Durlston Country Park runs Halloween activities for half-term

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 06:09 · Archive

Durlston Country Park in Swanage is hosting Halloween-themed activities throughout October half-term for families.

Durlston Country Park in Swanage is hosting a programme of Halloween-themed activities throughout October half-term for families. Kay Fletcher, engagement ranger at the park, said: 'We're so excited to welcome families to Durlston this October half-term. Autumn is a wonderful time of year to visit with the changing colours and plenty of opportunities to connect with nature.'

The centrepiece is a Halloween Trail, running until November 1, where children can help solve the mystery of who stole a giant Halloween pumpkin by following a map and cracking a secret message. Trail packs are available from Castle reception for £3.50. The week also features a free Family Scrub Bash with a ranger on Tuesday, October 27, and free Wild Wednesday on October 28 from 11am to 3pm at the Learning Centre, offering drop-in crafts and painting.

Thursday, October 29 will see Sleepy Creatures, held from 2pm to 3pm, exploring how animals hibernate through a guided walk, themed activities and crafts. The programme concludes with stargazing on Saturday, October 31, where visitors can observe Saturn, the Milky Way and other autumn night sky sights. The Dorset Echo notes that stargazing is weather permitting and advises visitors to check the park's website for possible cancellations due to cloud cover.

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Durlston Country Park offering programme of Halloween events this half-termDurlston Country Park in Swanage is running a full programme of Halloween activities throughout half-term, including trails, events and creative sessions.Dorset Echo · 24 Oct, 05:00
Durlston Country Park offering packed programme of Halloween-themed funDurlston Country Park in Swanage is running a full programme of Halloween activities throughout half-term, including trails, events and creative sessions.Bournemouth Echo · 23 Oct, 05:00

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