The National Trust is hosting various exciting events across Wiltshire this October half-term to keep the kids entertained.

From potion making and apple harvesting to tree magic, there are many events suitable for the season - some of them are free.

A spokesperson added: “Across Wiltshire, National Trust places are gearing up for the October half term as the trees slowly turn to copper and the pumpkin harvest begins. 

“What’s more, every time you experience a National Trust day out, you help care for these special places for future generations.”

Wiltshire National Trust event details: 

(Image: Newsquest) Avebury 

Apple Weekend celebrations  

Sat 26 and Sun 27 Oct. 11am-3pm  

Celebrate the harvest in the orchard with apple tastings, apple pressing, and children's activities. You can even have a go at pressing some fresh apple juice from several native apple varieties. 

Price: Free (normal admission prices apply). Booking not required.  

Half-term apple trail  

Sat 26 Oct to Sun 3 Nov. 10am-4pm  

Pick up your apple trail from visitor reception in the barn before exploring the garden and finding lots of apple games along the way. Don't forget to collect your autumn prize at the end. 

Price: £2 per trail (normal admission prices apply). Booking not required.  

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Family Stone Circle tour  

Sun 27, Wed 30 Oct and Sun 3 Nov. 1-1.45pm  

Visiting with children and want to know more about Avebury? You can join a tour to learn more about this amazing site as a family. Please sign up and get your ticket from visitor reception in the barn. All children are welcome, the tour is aimed at ages 7-12yrs.  

Price: £2.50 per child (adults free, normal admission prices apply). Booking not required.   

Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum and Village 

Half-term nature trail 

Mon 28 Oct to Sun 3 Nov. 10am-4pm. 

Mini gardeners and nature explorers can get to know the trees of Lacock and find mini rakes and wheelbarrows to help rake up the autumn confetti. Can you add your favourite leaf to the bunting pathways in the Orchard? Colouring sheets, spotters’ guides and nature crafts will be on offer too.  

Price: Free (normal admission prices apply). Booking not required.  

(Image: National Trust) Stourhead 

Climate adaptation exhibition: learn how to become a climate superhero! 

Daily until 4 Dec. 9am-3pm 

Come along to the Granary in the Stableyard and discover how we can collectively help protect the planet by taking steps to adapt. Children can discover ways they can protect the planet, learn about what Stourhead does to tackle climate change, and enjoy climate-themed books, toys, and crafts. 

 

You can also learn about how we are connecting with other countries around the world that are facing similar climate challenges to us. Here at Stourhead, we have a special friendship with the Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) in Africa. Stourhead shares how we look after plants, wildlife, and historic buildings, while the CCFU teaches us about their cultural traditions and the work they are doing to adapt to climate change. 

Price: Free (normal admission prices apply). Booking not required.  

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Autumn spell trail 

Daily from 5 Oct to 10 Nov. 9am-3pm 

Discover some of the magic and folklore of trees as you explore the Autumn Spell Trail. The Oak King is missing the words for his autumn spell, and it's not long before he must sleep for the winter! Can you find the words for the spell and put it back together? Uncover the hidden stories of the trees on your journey and weave some autumn magic. 

Price: Free (normal admission prices apply). Booking not required.  

Potion making  

Sat 26 Oct and Sat 2 Nov. 11am-3pm 

Join the team from Devon Science for a free, drop-in potions class and brew up your own bubbling potion for October half term. 

Price: Free (normal admission prices apply). Booking not required.