Ref. 71720-51JUNK sculpture, games, story telling and campfire singing all had a common purpose on two special days at Lower Shaw Farm.

They kept summer holiday boredom firmly at bay.

And the Lower Shaw Farm Children's Project Autumn Activity Days were sold out.

Lower Shaw Farm hosts regular activity days and even weeks for people of all ages, covering everything from creative writing to circus skills.

But its days for children are a particular favourite with youngsters and parents alike.

Matt Holland, who runs Lower Shaw Farm as well as directing the annual Swindon Festival of Literature, said: "This is something to keep the mind, body and soul active during these long holidays.

"It is for children who have already been to beaches and playparks and theme parks and everywhere else, and who now want to try something different.

"Everybody who comes along loves these special days, and both have been completely sold out."