Get ready for a frightfully fun half term with Bedford Borough Council. This October, there is a jam-packed schedule of activities guaranteed to keep families entertained.
Creative Fun at The Higgins Bedford and Bedford Borough Libraries
The Higgins Bedford is hosting a series of exciting craft workshops for children aged five to twelve. Join local artist Katie Allen and make a monster collage, create your own wizard wand with Creative Days, or sculpt a spooky clay pumpkin tealight holder – perfect for Halloween!
These workshops are £5.50 per child and must be booked in advance on The Higgins Bedford website www.thehigginsbedford.org.uk/Whats_on
There are also FREE family activities at The Higgins Bedford that include Sunday Crafternoons, Puggle Club for the under-5’s and Toby’s Tall Tales visits the gallery with immersive storytelling for children under 7.
Don’t forget to check out your local library for a selection of free, spooky craft activities throughout the half term as well. Details will be added to their webpages nearer the time at www.bedford.gov.uk/YourLibrary.
Councillor Sarah Gallagher, Portfolio Holder for Customer Experience, Leisure and Culture, said; “We’re thrilled to offer such a diverse range of activities for families this half term. From creative workshops at The Higgins Bedford and our libraries to free drop-in sessions at our Family Hubs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We hope these events will provide a memorable and fun-filled half term for families in our community.”
Family Hub Fun
A Family Hubs Festival is planned in Harpur Square on Wednesday 30 October, 10am until 3pm. This will be a celebration of all things Family Hubs and a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the services offered by this team. The new Family Hubs website will also be launching, it has been redesigned to make it even easier for local families to find the information they need when they need it.
For the full schedule of Family Hub drop-in sessions and to learn more about what’s on offer to families in Bedford Borough, please visit their web page at www.bedford.gov.uk/FamilyHubs.
Councillor Jane Walker, Portfolio Holder for Valuing Families and Children’s Services, said: “Our Family Hubs are a vital part of our community, providing support and resources to families at all stages. We’re excited to offer a range of free drop-in sessions and activities this half term, ensuring every family can have a fun and enjoyable experience. I encourage everyone to come along and see what our Family Hubs have to offer.”
