Things to do Half Term in Surrey

Monday 25 - Friday 29 October 2021

There's adventures for all ages this half term in Surrey.  Older children will love the challenge of adrenaline activities whilst the younger explorers are sure to enjoy a roam through woodlands or meet cute animals.   Let us give you some ideas for some great family fun days out over half term in Surrey.

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What about these great ideas?

Family time

• The birthplace of British motorsport, Brooklands Museum near Weybridge is a great place to go for some half term fun. 
• Treat the children to a day at Bocketts Farm near Leatherhead, where they have a packed programme of fun packed with spooky activities this October half term. 
• The British Wildlife Centre near Lingfield is a perfect destination for little wildlife lovers and explorers. Walk through the red squirrel enclosure, traverse the wetland boardwalk and enjoy keeper talks and the much-loved owl flying displays.
• Go to the cinema - Nova Cinema  - is a perfect way to brighten a rainy day.  Nova Cinema in Woking offers top of the range technology and seven screens - a perfect place to enjoy the latest Hollywood blockbuster or family favourite.  
• Head to Secretts for their legendary pumpkin week.   Tickets sell fast for this event so avoid disappointment and purchase your tickets as soon as possible.  

Art + crafts

• Watts Gallery - Artists' Village in Compton is a fabulous place to visit at any time of year, but early spring is ideal for making the most of the gorgeous grounds and woodland. After wandering around the gallery and the Artists’ Village, meander through the lawns and woodland and book onto one of the half term workshops.
• Searching for inspiration? The Sculpture Park near Farnham is hard to beat. Take yourself on a self-guided tour of the 800 or sculptures nestled in ten acres of arboretum and water gardens. Walk as far as you want to and at your own pace. 

Thrills, activities + adventures - let off steam!

• Zip from heights of over 30 feet, clamber across rickety bridges and test your balance on the tightropes at Skywalk Adventure; all the while enjoying breath-taking views over dry ski slopes and Sandown Park Racecourse.
• Get the adrenalin rushing with a family day out to Campaign Paintball. Open every Saturday and Sunday during October, there will be themed Halloween games on October 31. You’ll be kitted out in the latest gear then let loose in a 100-acre forest near Cobham.
• Visit Guildford Spectrum to keep your children active. With so many activities, including bowling, and more, there is no chance of them getting bored! 
• The kids will love the Sandown Sports Ultimate Adventure camps in half terms.  Activities include Skywalk Adventure high ropes course, skiing, ringos, mini golf and much more. 
• Cycling enthusiasts should head over to St Martha-on-the-Hill church this half term for the start of the Downs Link and beautiful views. This 37 mile bike trail follows a disused railway line between the North Downs and South Downs.
• You are never too far from stunning countryside and wonderful parks and gardens in Surrey. Spend a day exploring beautiful Virginia Water Lake. Discover the ruins of Leptis Magna, the ornamental cascade waterfall and the towering 100-foot Totem Pole.

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Enjoy your half term in Surrey!