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Boston Manor Park

Half Term Canoeing Litter Pick with Brentford Community Boathouse, Monday 26 October, 12.30 to 2.30pm: come and help keep the BMP River Brent clean during a litter pick by canoe with registered charity Brentford Community Boathouse (www.bcbh.org.uk). Booking by Eventbrite. £15pp, open to families, children aged 10yrs up and adults. Places limited.

Half Term Holiday Club with Tash including a Canoeing session with Brentford Community Boathouse, Wednesday 28 October 9.45am-2.15pm: enjoy nature filled fun on the water and on land. Children aged 6 yrs up. Booking via Eventbrite. £30 per child (siblings discount £25 per child). Places limited.

Toddler Woodland Adventure, Thursday 29 October 1.30-2.45pm: Bring your pre-schooler to explore the Park habitats and wildlife with Tash. Sheltered/indoor spaces available and activities will take place both inside and outside. Meet by Hub. £8 per child over 2yrs (accompanying younger siblings are free) per session. Booking via Eventbrite. Limited places

Short Breaks halt term newsletter and activities (Opens in New Window)

FREE Ealing Inclusive October Holiday Programme

Monday 26 October and Friday 30 October, 2pm - 4pm

Elthorne Sports Centre, W7 2AD

Children and young people with SEND aged 5–18

Find out more and sign up here Ealing Inclusive Sport & Physical Activity Network - SEND October Sports and Activities

Find an Ofsted Holiday Playscheme near you

Halloween Craft

Saturday 31 October, 10.30 to 11.30 am. for children aged 4 and over. 50p per child. Booking required. Find the contact details to book here: Hounslow library - Isleworth library - Osterley library

FREE Cycle Training for Children (Opens in New Window)

Dates and Times: 29 and 30 October 2026 (participants attend 2 consecutive days)

Inwood Park

Learn to Ride: 10:00am to 10:45am

Learn to Ride: 11:00am to 11:45am

Hanworth Park

Learn to Ride: 1:15pm to 2:00pm

Level 1 Cycle Training: 2:15pm to 3:00pm

Learn to Ride (Reception to Year 6)

A beginner course for children who cannot yet ride a bicycle and would like to learn. The course consists of two 45-minute sessions delivered over two consecutive days.

Level 1 Cycle Training (Year 1 to Year 6)

Suitable for children who can already ride a bicycle but are not yet confident with key cycling skills such as riding one-handed to signal. The course consists of two 45-minute sessions delivered over two consecutive days.

Half Term Programme - Hogarth Youth and Community Centre (W4 2JR)

Monday to Thursday, 12 to 6pm.

Young people aged 13 to 15 years old can attend from 4.30pm.

See the full programme here.

Halloween Train at the London Museum of Water and Steam! (Opens in New Window)

Monday 26 to Friday October 30 with opportunities for spooks, laughs, and exploration! Wear a costume, get a free train ride (October 26-31)!

Osterley Park and House (Opens in New Window)

Halloween Outdoor Cinema - Hocus Pocus- Sunday 25 October 5 to 7pm. Booking required

Free Family Halloween trail: Origins and Legends of Halloween - 24 to 31 October 10am to 4pm. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

Halloween Outdoor Cinema - Lost Boys- Sunday 25 October 7 to 8pm. Booking required

Craft Cart - Thursday 29 October 12 to 3.30pm

October Rowing Club

Suitable for ages 12+ and all abilities, from complete beginners to experienced junior rowers. Our structured sessions are designed to build rowing skills, confidence and independence on the water, with professional, qualified coaching throughout.

Brentford Community Boat House

27 to 30 October 2026

Book Your Space Here

Email: admin@bcbh.org.uk

Paddlesports, Canoeing and Kayaking Activity Camp. (Opens in New Window)

London Kayak School, Ferry Lane, Brentford.

Looking for an exciting way to keep your kids active and engaged during the holidays? Our kayaking camps offer the perfect adventure! Designed for ages 8 and above, no prior experience is needed – just a love for fun and the outdoors.

Scream Up! Frankenstein's Castle Weekend (Opens in New Window)

31 October and 1 November, 5pm–7pm (Advanced Booking Only)

A Spooky Adventure for Families

Chiswick House and Gardens (Opens in New Window)

Bizzy Buddies October Camp - Suitable for children aged 3 – 12 years.

Archies Adventure Camp - Suitable for children aged 5 – 12 years.

Cygnets Art School 'Magic and Mischief' - inspired by myths, fairy tales and fantastical adventures, where young artists aged 5+ create a collection of imaginative artworks in a welcoming environment.

Little Rays Yoga - A fun, mindful yoga class for children aged 5–11, combining movement, imagination, games and relaxation. Suitable for children 5 - 11 years £12 per class

Hobbledown Pumpkin Patch (Opens in New Window)

Celebrate the season by picking out your favourite pumpkin straight from our very own patch!

Halloween is taking over Hounslow Urban Farm (Opens in New Window)

24 October to 1 November. Spooky Treasure hunt, Halloween Crafts, Carnival Games - Fancy Dress encouraged with a prize for best costumes

Click to book (Opens in New Window)

Soft Play Centres

Find a soft play centre near you

Show in a week - Stagecoach Gumley House Convent School (Opens in New Window)

Act! Sing! Dance! Learn a show in a week and perform to friends and family on the Friday!

Chiswick House and Gardens (Opens in New Window)

Bizzy Buddies October Camp - Suitable for children aged 3 – 12 years.

Archies Adventure Camp - Suitable for children aged 5 – 12 years.

Is it to early to mention Panto! (Opens in New Window)

The Christmas Panto at The Arts Centre this year is Mother Goose! Packed with music, magic and mayhem, it’s festive fun for the whole family.

The Arts Centre Hounslow, TW3 1ES

Monday 1 to 30 December

The activities are listed for your convenience. Please ensure that they are appropriate and safe before participating. The London Borough of Hounslow does not endorse or approve any of the activities listed. Keeping children safe away from home | NSPCC gives advice and tips on keeping your child safe.

Using after-school clubs, tuition, and community activities | GOV.UK. Guidance on what providers should be doing to provide a safe space for children.