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27/10/2026

Anyone know what type of mushroom this is? Popped up all over the garden… wondering if it’s safe for my dog 🐶

27/10/2026

The most interactive play centre in the north west! 👀

Over 40 play experiences built across 3 floors!!!
So much for kids to explore including;
🎨 slime making
🧪 science show
🦖 dino dig
🐈‍⬛ role play vet, shops, pizza restaurant and so much more!

Definitely add this to your list this October half term and tag someone who needs some half term inspiration

📍 Imagine that! Wigan
🚗 parking available at the nearby shopping centre for a charge

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Things to do in the north west | indoor play
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27/10/2026

Free kids exhibition worth a visit this half term…

Wild things is the current exhibit at the Lowry and it’s brought to life so many children classics all in one place. You’ll see owl babies, dear zoo, Elmer and more 🌈

With lots to see and activities dotted around it’s a perfect thing to do this week and it wo t cost you a penny 🤩

While you’re there make sure to check out the brilliant Lowry 360 film and keep an eye out for crafts and activities going on in the lookout 👀

📍 The Lowry

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26/10/2026

Swim, Slides & waves in greater Manchester 🤩

Escape the rain this week and head here for 1.5 hours of fun!

Try the super fast slide, relax in the lazy river and have fun jumping the waves 🌊

📍 Hyde Leisure pool, SK14 5PL
💷 tickets from- £3.63
family ticket- £23.83

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26/10/2026

What we doing to keep the kids busy in this wet half term?
☔️🌂⛈️

25/10/2026

Escape the wind while the kids burn off their energy 💨

Bouldering is such a great way to gain strength, learn new skills and have fun this October half term!

💷Just £8.50 per child (under 5s free)
Adult supervision required
☕️ great coffee shop on site 👀
📍 Depot Manchester M17 1PG

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23/10/2026

Highland cow experience for just £6 for one day only 👀🐮

🗓️ 6th December
⏰ open8.30am- 4pm
🗺️ 45 minutes from Manchester

TAG a friend who lives highlands 🧡

Highland Calf Experience £6 for 6 minutes of Stroking, brushing and cuddles

Other experiences available

No booking required
Turn up, pay on the door
(Adult required for any under 18s)

For more info ⬇️
Highland Cattle Experience - LRC Smallholders

📸 photo: LRC Smallholders

23/10/2026

Need a wet weather option this weekend? ☔️💧⛈️

We had so much fun trying out this crazy golf in Manchester.

So much fun and a perfect indoor option for some family fun this October half term 🙌🏻

📍 Kingpins Trafford
TAG a friend who needs some half term inspiration with the kids 🙌🏻

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