Half term and Halloweeen across the South East

Half term and Halloweeen across the South East – Jack on the Green 2019. A night of light and lanterns in a lit trail around Beach House Park at Worthing between 6pm and 8.30 pm (20 and 21 October). Same Sky will be running free craft workshops on both days between 2pm and 4pm at Palm Court Pavilion. Everything made in the workshop will then form part of the trail, so come along to spot your own creation. FREE entry into the event, with donations welcomed at the gate. http://samesky.co.uk/events/jack-on-the-green

Brighton Scenic Pleasure Flight over the scenic South Coast is more than just a flight it’s a personal Aerial guided tour. All the flights originate from the art deco terminal at Brighton City Airport and incorporate routes as far west as the Isle of Wight, and east to the White Cliffs at Beachy Head. Costs from £164 for 2 adults. www.scenicflying.com

Archaeology Activity – Saxons at Hillier Gardens in Romsey, Hampshire. Be an archaeologist at the purpose-built trench in the woods to get muddy and find hidden treasures from ages past. Study some Saxon artefacts and learn more the life of our ancestors through hands on activities. Find out how they started fires, made homes, cooked food and used natural materials to adorn themselves. Suitable for ages 4-12 years, accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential. (Tuesday 29 October, 1.30pm – 4pm). Price £12.75 per session (1 child and 1 adult). www.visit-hampshire.co.uk/whats-on/archaeology-activity-stone-age-at-sir-harold-hillier-gardens-p1661931

Climb a Tree also at Hillier Gardens at Romsey to reach new heights within an oak tree’s canopy. Children must be accompanied by an adult into the Gardens. Suitable for 6+ years; length of session 55 minutes. (Thursday 31 October). Booking is essential, www.bigtreeclimbing.co.uk

The Brighton Zip is a thrill ride specifically designed for Brighton that runs along the famous Brighton Beach. It boasts a 300-metre dual zip wire (the longest on the South Coast) with an additional 24-metre drop zone for the real adrenaline junkies. Prices from £3. https://brightonzip.com

Festival of Light inspired by Diwali at Robin Hill Country Park, Isle of Wight will bring the Hindu festival of Diwali into a new age with the epic Electro-Light Circus, an incredible show featuring mind-boggling light tricks, acrobatics and circus skills. Immerse yourself in the vibrant light and sound displays, wander the illuminated ancient woodland and celebrate the Festival of Light in full colour as you venture into the popular Holi Powder Arena. (27 September to 2 November). Tickets from £17.50. www.electricwoods.co.uk

HALLOWEEN

Terror Island at Blackgang Chine, Isle of Wight offers a thrilling night like no other with three brand new scare attractions, live DJ sets, a licensed bar and awesome street food, it is guaranteed to give you something to really scream about. (19 October for selected nights until 2 November). Standard ticket price £23.50. www.terrorisland.co.uk

Enjoy spooky arts and craft activities, face painting and meet the ghosts and ghouls of Tudor House, Southampton during family-friendly ghost tours or after-dark ghost tours, exploring the eerie attic and the dark cellars.  www.tudorhouseandgarden.com

At Dover Castle descend into the darkness of a tunnel of terror, and say ‘boo’ to a ghost or two on spooky tours of the castle keep. Visitors will be able to have a go at creepy crafts, and make a menacing mask or witches’ cat to take home. A prize for best Halloween getups, bestowed upon the most spine tingling attire each day. (Saturday 19 to Sunday 27 October, 10am – 4pm). www.english-heritage.org.uk/dovercastle

The Academy of Witches & Wizards at Borde Hill Gardens near Haywards Heath. Dare to find the clues on a spooky Halloween trail, with activities on selected days. Price £2 per trail plus general admission, to include a spellbinding prize. (26 October to 3 November) www.bordehill.co.uk

Halloween Bushcraft. Join a session of craft, fun, spooky songs and stories around the fire at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens at Romsey in Hampshire. Visitors will be able to make popcorn, toast a marshmallow and learn how to start a fire safely too. Suitable for ages 4-12 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential (Monday 28 October, 10am – 12.30pm or 1.30pm – 4pm) Price £12.75 per session (includes 1 child and 1 adult).

A spooky trail through garden and glasshouse at RHS Garden Wisley for a spine-tingling, hair raising evening. (31 October). www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley

Late night Halloween Tour at Chawton House in Hampshire. Guests will be able to explore the house on a candlelit tour with costumed guides. Learn about the women writers who produced some of the eighteenth century’s most terrifying novels, and hear extracts from Mary Shelley, Jane Austen, and their contemporaries. Gothic themed drinks will be served in the Great Hall from 7pm. Tickets will be available soon. To be the first to hear about it, email info@chawtonhouse.org with the subject line ‘Halloween tour’. (31 October, 7 pm to 9pm). www.chawtonhouse.org

Happy Halloween at Paultons Park is the friendliest, most frightful fun fest in the UK; with over 4000 pumpkins, ghostly scenes, spooky meet and greets, Freaky Fancy Dress competition, the thrilling Little Monsters Ball finale to finish each day and Paultons fun rides and attractions all included in the price. The NEW Legend of Paultons Manor spook-tacular theatrical show will be an all singing and dancing extravaganza featuring spectacular illusions and slapstick comedy. Book online. (5 October to 4 November. Shows from 19 October to 31 October only). https://paultonspark.co.uk