5pm: Creepy Hollow: The Deadly Garden of Chipping Sodbury
Viewable all the time, lights 5pm-9pm, 18 Frome Road Chipping Sodbury BS37 6LD
Once a peaceful haven, Creepy Hollow has become a twisted nightmare. A plague has ravaged the land, giving birth to monstrous mutant plants and raising the dead from their graves. This desolate garden is now overrun by these abominations, their presence a constant reminder of the horrors that took place here.
The once-beautiful flowers now sprout watchful, bloodshot eyes, eagerly awaiting the chance to poison unsuspecting souls with their putrid venom. Among the overgrown foliage, carnivorous plants lurk, their grotesque mouths gaping wide as they scream, "Feed me!" Their hunger is insatiable, and they crave only one thing: human flesh.
In the shadows, the... Read more >>
11am: Spooky Cellars (25 Oct to 3 Nov)
Woodchester Mansion, Nympsfield
11am to 4:30pm, Friday 25th Oct – Sunday 3rd Nov.
Admission £5 for children under 16, £10 for adults.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times inside the Mansion.
Maximum four under 16s per adult please – the cellars are dark and spooky.
No need to book in advance – just roll up! Suitable for all ages from 4 to 84. Dress up if you wish – the scarier the better!
We will also have the Golden Pumpkin Trail. This takes you around the amazing Mansion, searching for the cunningly concealed GOLDEN PUMPKINS and, hopefully, learning about the house too. Cost £1 per child, including a small edible prize at the end.
10am: Free Halloween Fun Day
Armadillo Youth Venue & Cafe
10am-2pm
Join us in the October half term holidays for a spooky Saturday featuring creepy cinema showings, cackling crafts and all sorts of tricks and treats in our café.
Free event suitable for families of all ages.
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11am: Spooky Cellars (25 Oct to 3 Nov)
Woodchester Mansion, Nympsfield
11am to 4:30pm, Friday 25th Oct – Sunday 3rd Nov.
Admission £5 for children under 16, £10 for adults.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times inside the Mansion.
Maximum four under 16s per adult please – the cellars are dark and spooky.
No need to book in advance – just roll up! Suitable for all ages from 4 to 84. Dress up if you wish – the scarier the better!
We will also have the Golden Pumpkin Trail. This takes you around the amazing Mansion, searching for the cunningly concealed GOLDEN PUMPKINS and, hopefully, learning about the house too. Cost £1 per child, including a small edible prize at the end.
11am: Spooky Cellars (25 Oct to 3 Nov)
Woodchester Mansion, Nympsfield
11am to 4:30pm, Friday 25th Oct – Sunday 3rd Nov.
Admission £5 for children under 16, £10 for adults.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times inside the Mansion.
Maximum four under 16s per adult please – the cellars are dark and spooky.
No need to book in advance – just roll up! Suitable for all ages from 4 to 84. Dress up if you wish – the scarier the better!
We will also have the Golden Pumpkin Trail. This takes you around the amazing Mansion, searching for the cunningly concealed GOLDEN PUMPKINS and, hopefully, learning about the house too. Cost £1 per child, including a small edible prize at the end.
5.45pm: Candlelight Service for All Souls Day
Memorial Woodlands
Building on the heartfelt success of our 2023 service, where over 250 candles illuminated the Memorial Tree following our service to remember loved ones, we warmly invite you to the next All Souls Service.
Set for the evening of October 27th, 2024, this gathering promises another moving tribute to our cherished loved ones, accompanied by the harmonious voices of the “Round the Edge” Community Choir.
Stay informed through our newsletter and social media channels, where invitations and updates will be shared. This event is open to all who wish to honour memories and celebrate lives.
We recommend arriving at the Memorial Woodlands between 17:00 and 17:40 to settle in. The evening will commence with the stirring melodies of the piper... Read more >>
11am: Spooky Cellars (25 Oct to 3 Nov)
Woodchester Mansion, Nympsfield
11am to 4:30pm, Friday 25th Oct – Sunday 3rd Nov.
Admission £5 for children under 16, £10 for adults.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times inside the Mansion.
Maximum four under 16s per adult please – the cellars are dark and spooky.
No need to book in advance – just roll up! Suitable for all ages from 4 to 84. Dress up if you wish – the scarier the better!
We will also have the Golden Pumpkin Trail. This takes you around the amazing Mansion, searching for the cunningly concealed GOLDEN PUMPKINS and, hopefully, learning about the house too. Cost £1 per child, including a small edible prize at the end.
10.30am: Children's Half Term Activities: What a Hoot!
Yate Library
10.30am-12 noon
Drop-in craft session, no need to book.
*All activities most suitable for ages 4 plus*
Children’s craft bags available to collect from 21st October while stocks last.
11am: Spooky Cellars (25 Oct to 3 Nov)
Woodchester Mansion, Nympsfield
11am to 4:30pm, Friday 25th Oct – Sunday 3rd Nov.
Admission £5 for children under 16, £10 for adults.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times inside the Mansion.
Maximum four under 16s per adult please – the cellars are dark and spooky.
No need to book in advance – just roll up! Suitable for all ages from 4 to 84. Dress up if you wish – the scarier the better!
We will also have the Golden Pumpkin Trail. This takes you around the amazing Mansion, searching for the cunningly concealed GOLDEN PUMPKINS and, hopefully, learning about the house too. Cost £1 per child, including a small edible prize at the end.
11am: Spooky Cellars (25 Oct to 3 Nov)
Woodchester Mansion, Nympsfield
11am to 4:30pm, Friday 25th Oct – Sunday 3rd Nov.
Admission £5 for children under 16, £10 for adults.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times inside the Mansion.
Maximum four under 16s per adult please – the cellars are dark and spooky.
No need to book in advance – just roll up! Suitable for all ages from 4 to 84. Dress up if you wish – the scarier the better!
We will also have the Golden Pumpkin Trail. This takes you around the amazing Mansion, searching for the cunningly concealed GOLDEN PUMPKINS and, hopefully, learning about the house too. Cost £1 per child, including a small edible prize at the end.
6.30pm: Pumpkin Flower Arrangement Workshop
Winterbourne Medieval Barn
6.30 - 9pm
Join Sarah from The Petal Emporium for this lovely seasonal workshop to make your own beautiful floral arrangement within a pumpkin.
Sarah will take you step by step through the process of making your own stunning design, using foam-free mechanics and the finest fresh seasonal blooms and greens. All materials and equipment are provided, along with tea and coffee, and a glass of prosecco on arrival (ages 18+ only) to add to the Halloween fun atmosphere!
This workshop is perfectly suited to complete beginners as well as floral enthusiasts looking for a chance to get creative. You will learn skills you can adapt and take onwards into further flower arranging.
The workshop is held in the stunning surroundings of the medieval... Read more >>
11am: Free Halloween Pumpkin Carving
Yate Shopping Centre
The challenge is on to think about creating scary and spooky faces ready for the annual Yate Shopping Centre pumpkin carving event on Halloween.
From 11am until 3pm, while stocks last, children will be able to join the free fun in the Centre’s Central Square. Each child will be eligible for a single free pumpkin.
Andrew Lowrey, Yate Shopping Centre Manager: “The standards get higher each year at this traditional event and it’s obvious that many children, given the notice, put a lot of thought into what they are going to do prior to the day. It’s always a popular half-term occasion and this year will no doubt be as much fun as ever. It will be first come, first served whilst the pumpkins last.
“It is a leader into our Christmas... Read more >>
11am: Spooky Cellars (25 Oct to 3 Nov)
Woodchester Mansion, Nympsfield
11am to 4:30pm, Friday 25th Oct – Sunday 3rd Nov.
Admission £5 for children under 16, £10 for adults.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times inside the Mansion.
Maximum four under 16s per adult please – the cellars are dark and spooky.
No need to book in advance – just roll up! Suitable for all ages from 4 to 84. Dress up if you wish – the scarier the better!
We will also have the Golden Pumpkin Trail. This takes you around the amazing Mansion, searching for the cunningly concealed GOLDEN PUMPKINS and, hopefully, learning about the house too. Cost £1 per child, including a small edible prize at the end.
2.30pm: Children's Half Term Activities: Halloween Hullabaloo
Yate Library
2.30 – 4.00 pm
Booking Required - to book spaces email below.
*All activities most suitable for ages 4 plus*
Children’s craft bags available to collect from 21st October while stocks last.
6pm: Halloween Bike Ride
Yate Shopping Centre
Yate Community Bike Hub, 12 South Walk, Yate Shopping Centre
Enjoy a family-friendly 2 mile bike ride, mostly off-road.
Lights essential, fancy dress/decorated bikes optional.
Visit Yate's spookiest locations - join us if you dare!
7.30pm: Psychics & Prosecco
Chipping Sodbury Town Hall
Join us on Halloween night for an evening of psychic mediumship, with internationally renowned psychic mediums & sisters, Michelle (themoderndaymedium.com) and Louise (louisehedgesmedium.com) of ‘Psychic Sundays’ podcast.
Tickets £15
10.30am: Children's Half Term Activities: Lego Challenge
Yate Library
Lego Challenge – In A Dark, Dark Wood
Booking required - to book spaces email below.
*All activities most suitable for ages 4 plus*
Children’s craft bags available to collect from 21st October while stocks last.
11am: Spooky Cellars (25 Oct to 3 Nov)
Woodchester Mansion, Nympsfield
11am to 4:30pm, Friday 25th Oct – Sunday 3rd Nov.
Admission £5 for children under 16, £10 for adults.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times inside the Mansion.
Maximum four under 16s per adult please – the cellars are dark and spooky.
No need to book in advance – just roll up! Suitable for all ages from 4 to 84. Dress up if you wish – the scarier the better!
We will also have the Golden Pumpkin Trail. This takes you around the amazing Mansion, searching for the cunningly concealed GOLDEN PUMPKINS and, hopefully, learning about the house too. Cost £1 per child, including a small edible prize at the end.
4pm: Harry Potter Fireworks Event
Almondsbury Creative
Our Annual Fireworks event is one of our biggest events of the year, and this year will be no exception! On Friday Nov 1st we are pleased to announce our TRIBUTE TO HARRY POTTER themed Fireworks Extravaganza!
Join us for Fireworks choregraphed to the music of these iconic movies, enjoy fantastic walkabout entertainment, learn how to be a wizard and much more!
It's a tribute to the world of Harry Potter, so expect not only a fantastic fireworks extravaganza choreographed to the films soundtrack but a whole bunch of other great themed entertainment, including:
- Magical Walkabout Entertainment
- Wizarding School
- Themed Drinks
- Craft Stalls
- Food & Drink Stalls
- Funfair
Tickets are £10 for adults and £5 child.... Read more >>
10am: Autumn Family Craft Sessions
Winterbourne Medieval Barn
Popular inclusive and relaxed family crafting sessions, starting at either 10am or 1pm.
A range of autumn themed crafts will be available, or children are welcome to use the materials provided to get creative with their own projects!
These workshops are aimed at 5 -11 year olds, but all are welcome. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult at all times on site. There is plenty of space to move around and get creative in our beautiful medieval barn, but do remember some layers if it's a chilly day!
The Barn Bar will offer a small selection of drinks and snacks. Cash or card payments are accepted. Parking on site is free but space is limited, so please lift-share where possible. We have 2 blue badge spaces, and there is plenty of bicycle... Read more >>
11am: Spooky Cellars (25 Oct to 3 Nov)
Woodchester Mansion, Nympsfield
11am to 4:30pm, Friday 25th Oct – Sunday 3rd Nov.
Admission £5 for children under 16, £10 for adults.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times inside the Mansion.
Maximum four under 16s per adult please – the cellars are dark and spooky.
No need to book in advance – just roll up! Suitable for all ages from 4 to 84. Dress up if you wish – the scarier the better!
We will also have the Golden Pumpkin Trail. This takes you around the amazing Mansion, searching for the cunningly concealed GOLDEN PUMPKINS and, hopefully, learning about the house too. Cost £1 per child, including a small edible prize at the end.
5.30pm: Bonfire Night in Iron Acton
Parish Meadows, Iron Acton
5.30-7pm
Acton Aid is proud to present its annual and incredibly popular Bonfire Night in Iron Acton. Fantastic professional fireworks.
Bar and hot food available.
Previous supporters will know this has become a popular local event. Unfortunately, we are restricted on numbers and expect to sell out well in advance. Please buy early as there will be no tickets available on the gate.
11am: Spooky Cellars (25 Oct to 3 Nov)
Woodchester Mansion, Nympsfield
11am to 4:30pm, Friday 25th Oct – Sunday 3rd Nov.
Admission £5 for children under 16, £10 for adults.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times inside the Mansion.
Maximum four under 16s per adult please – the cellars are dark and spooky.
No need to book in advance – just roll up! Suitable for all ages from 4 to 84. Dress up if you wish – the scarier the better!
We will also have the Golden Pumpkin Trail. This takes you around the amazing Mansion, searching for the cunningly concealed GOLDEN PUMPKINS and, hopefully, learning about the house too. Cost £1 per child, including a small edible prize at the end.
6pm: Low Noise Fireworks
Old Down Estate, Tockington
4th and 5th November, 6-9pm
Our annual firework event is back for 2024... With 4 sessions over 2 days. Whether you choose the earlier or later session it will feature low noise fireworks, making it the ideal display for families.
Our firework evenings will see a display of low noise fireworks to music, a larger selection food and drink than previous years, live entertainment whilst you await the display, and fairground rides*. We will be holding 2 firework displays per night, your ticket will cover one session ONLY.
*Additional charge
6pm: Low Noise Fireworks
Old Down Estate, Tockington
4th and 5th November, 6-9pm
Our annual firework event is back for 2024... With 4 sessions over 2 days. Whether you choose the earlier or later session it will feature low noise fireworks, making it the ideal display for families.
Our firework evenings will see a display of low noise fireworks to music, a larger selection food and drink than previous years, live entertainment whilst you await the display, and fairground rides*. We will be holding 2 firework displays per night, your ticket will cover one session ONLY.
*Additional charge
6pm: Fireworks @ YOSC
Yate Outdoor Sports Complex
6-10pm
Come join us for a spectacular evening of fireworks at the Yate Outdoor Sports Complex! Get ready to be amazed by a dazzling display of lights and colours lighting up the night sky. Bring your family and friends for a memorable experience that will leave you in awe. Don’t miss out on this exciting event – mark your calendars now!
Click on the link below to purchase your tickets online.
6.30pm: Downend Round Table Fireworks
King George V Playing Fields, Downend
Main event 20.00, children's display 18.30
Bristol’s biggest and best Charity Fireworks Event is returning to the usual venue at King George V Playing Fields, Downend, Bristol with a great theme, “A Night at the Movies”.
This year’s incredible night of entertainment will not only include two fireworks shows, but a magical mix of music, lights and flames to entertain the crowd of all ages.
Led by Jay from Party Peeps, the fun will start at 18.00 with gates opening at 17.30 on 8th November.
We’ve heard that the legendary after party has been beefed up with lights, and foam. Lots of foam.
Tickets go on sale from 1st October at www.downendrt.co.uk. We’ll be raising money for local good causes including the Julian Trust so... Read more >>
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5.30pm: Thornbury Round Table Fireworks
Mundy Playing Fields
Thornbury Round Table are proud to again host the Thornbury fireworks display. After 3 amazing sell out years we advise booking early to avoid disappointment. Take advantage of the discounted early bird tickets available!
On the field for the event there will be a selection of stalls offering food, drinks and light up toys. There will also be a designated safe area for sparklers to be purchased and used. For your enjoyment there will be a low noise child display, real bonfire and then the main display.
Location:
Mundy Playing Fields, Thornbury.
Times:
Gates open: 17:30
Child Display: 18:30
Bonfire: 19:00
Main Display: 19:30
Parking:
There is no parking available on site for the event for general public. There will be a... Read more >>
4.30pm: Filton Concert Brass: 'Heroes Remembered' Concert
Chipping Sodbury Town Hall
Filton Concert Brass, Bristols leading Championship Brass Band returns to Chipping Sodbury Town Hall for our annual Remembrance Day Concert 'Heroes Remembered'.
Door & Bar opens from 4pm concert commences at 4.30pm.
The programme will include a tribute to Captain Tom named Walking with Heroes, Elgar's 'Nimrod' from his Enigma Variations, the title tracks from the motion pictures Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan and Aces High, plus the beautiful 'A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square' to name but a few.
The concert will also feature The Yate & Chipping Sodbury Good Afternoon Choir and The Thornbury Good Afternoon Choir.
The Yate & Chipping Sodbury RBL will lead the Act of Remembrance and the Last Post & Reveille... Read more >>
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