October half term is the perfect opportunity to get out, explore Herefordshire and make memories with your favourite people. Whether you’re planning an autumnal adventure, treating the kids to a fun activity or catching up with friends and family, there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained.
We’re making getting to all your half-term plans that little bit easier by offering 20% off every trip booked through our app from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October. It’s the perfect excuse to leave the car at home and not have to worry about driving or parking.
Just use our code HALFTERM20 and enjoy the discount!
Plus, we’ve rounded up some of the best activities to do this half term!
What’s on:
Pumpkin Trail at Newton Court from October 24th until November 1st
Discover pumpkins hidden amongst the trees at Knowl Orchard, a Herefordshire cider farm, where families can enjoy exploring the orchard and seeing how many they can find.
Trail at Berrington Hall from October 24th until November 1st
A self-led family trail near Leominster. Follow the route at your own pace and discover some fun activities along the way.
Legends of Croft Trail at Croft Castle from October 24th until November 1st
Step into a world of myths, magic and mystery. Meet the Grey Lady, track the Black Dog, discover the Green Man and solve puzzles to become an official Keeper of Croft’s Legends.
Potion Making at Berrington Hall on Monday 26th October
Children can use herbs from the walled garden, plus a sprinkle of magic, to make their own witch or wizard potion to take home.
Halloween Chocolate Workshop at Choccotastic on Monday 26th, 28th and 31st October
Families make spooky chocolate bark, poison apples and marshmallow monsters, with a hot chocolate while everything sets. It’s best for ages 5+ and their parents. Located in Hanley Swan, near Malvern.
Nightlights Workshop at Eastnor Pottery on Tuesday 27th October
At 11 am there’s an intergenerational clay modelling session for all ages, so it works for the little ones, parents and grandparents all together.
Pumpkin Carving and Painting at Croft Castle Wednesday 28th to Friday 30th October
Carve and decorate a pumpkin in the greenhouse to take home. Pumpkins, tools and paints are provided and it’s £3 per pumpkin plus normal admission.
Kids’ Pumpkin Carving & Face Painting at The Yard on Thursday 29th October
A Halloween morning with a pumpkin to carve, face painting for every child and plenty of family fun.
Broomstick Making for Wizards & Witches on Friday 30th October
A hands-on session with expert woodworker TouchWood, where you craft your own broomstick to take home.
Bonfire & Live music at Gwatkin Red Cow, Abbey Dore on Friday 30th October
Live music from The Satellites, pizza and grill, a Halloween trail and fancy dress competitions around the bonfire. It’s a perfect evening out where the grown-ups can relax, because you won’t need to worry about driving home if you have your taxi booked!
Halloween Reptomania at The Nest on Saturday 31st October
Handle some amazing reptiles (time slot tickets are available) and enjoy face painting from Looby Lou.
Haunted Forge! at Oldfield Forge on Saturday 31st October
An evening of spooky activities, Day of the Dead-inspired Tex-Mex food, sugar skull painting and witches’ apple bobbing. Pumpkin axe throwing and Escape the Tomb are available for an additional charge and each ticket includes food.
How Blue Line Taxis Can Help
➡️ 20% off every app booking, Monday 26th to Friday 30th October. Book through our app.
➡️ No parking stress. Popular half-term venues fill up fast and we’ll drop you right at the door.
➡️ Easy evenings out. After a bonfire or an evening event, we’ll get you home safely.
➡️ Room for the whole family. Ask about our larger vehicles if you’re travelling with a big group.
Download the Blue Line Taxis app, save on your trip and enjoy the half term.