With the half-term holidays and Halloween both taking place next week, parents of school-age children may be scratching their heads trying to think of ways to entertain their little ones without breaking the bank.
Luckily, Barking & Dagenham and the surrounding area is full of excellent attractions and family-friendly Halloween events, so we’ve picked out some of the best for your consideration. Read on to find out more!
Jolly Jungle Halloween Party.
If your kids need to let off some steam this half term, head over to the Jolly Jungle for a special Halloween party!
One of Dagenham’s best soft play destinations, Jolly Jungle features a huge play area, a ball pit and a seriously big slide! This Halloween, it’s put together a special package that includes one hour of play time, one hour of game time, treats, giggles and ghostly surprises!
Two Halloween parties will take place, both on Thursday, October 30th, from 12:30pm – 2:30pm and 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm. To book spaces, please call: 020 3889 6238 and remember that fancy dress is encouraged!
The Jolly Jungle, Becontree Heath Leisure Centre, Althorne Way, Dagenham. RM10 7FH.
Ingrebourne Spooky Lantern Making.
Looking to get crafty this half-term?
If the answer is ‘YES!’, then head over to the Ingrebourne Valley Visitor Centre on Wednesday 29th from 2:30 – 3:30 for a very special Halloween session where your little ones can create their very own spooky lanterns!
Decorate jar lanterns with bright tissue paper and spooky shapes, then pop in a tea light to take home and watch it glow at dusk!
Ingrebourne Valley Visitor Centre, Hornchurch Country Park, Hornchurch. RM12 6DF.
Tots N Tunes!
Perfect for very little ones, this musical fun-fest is for 0-5 year olds and involves nothing more than playing and singing!
Head over to Barking Leisure Centre from 9:30am throughout half-term and check out their website for information about their other activities and events!
Barking Learning Centre, 2 Town Square, Barking. IG11 7NB.
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