Top 5 autumn holiday activities: discover the season’s magic

Published on 3 October 2023. Offers and visitor information reflect the time of publication. Current offers and availability.

Autumn is here, and so are the school holidays. It's a lovely time to get out with the family and enjoy the season. If you're looking for ideas to make the autumn break memorable, start with these five activities:

1. Alma Park, Gelsenkirchen: Europe's largest indoor leisure park Alma Park in Gelsenkirchen tops our list for good reason. Europe's largest indoor leisure park has a broad choice of activities for a family outing, from laser tag, escape rooms and mini golf to paintball, trampolining and Bubbleball. With everything indoors, you can enjoy your chosen activities whatever the weather. It's a good option when you want an active day out without braving an autumn downpour.

2. Carve pumpkins and visit autumn festivals Autumn is pumpkin season. Use the holidays to carve pumpkins with the children and try out some creative designs. Many towns also hold autumn festivals with local produce, crafts and food to enjoy. They're a lovely way to discover local traditions while spending time together.

3. Go walking and enjoy the autumn colours Autumn turns the landscape red, orange and gold. Pull on your walking boots and head out to explore. Whether your route takes you through woodland, across fields or into the hills, there's plenty to admire. Pack a picnic so you can stop along the way and enjoy the view.

4. Try some autumn crafts Make time for a creative project with the children. Autumn garlands, decorative wreaths, handmade candles and lanterns are just a few possibilities. Crafting gives children room to use their imaginations and gives the whole family time together.

5. Cook and bake with seasonal ingredients Autumn brings pumpkins, apples, nuts, berries and plenty of inspiration for the kitchen. Bake a pumpkin pie, make apple sauce or try a new recipe for a hearty soup. It's an enjoyable way to explore the flavours of the season together.

Make the most of autumn There are plenty of ways to enjoy the season as a family, from indoor activities at Alma Park to adventures outdoors. Use the autumn holidays to try something new, spend time together and make memories.