Best Things To Do & Days Out In Southend On Sea, Essex

Make more of October half term with West Midlands Railway and Day Out With The Kids. Families can get 50% off eligible return train tickets and spend the savings on a little treat along the way – whether that’s an ice cream, a special snack or an extra stop to explore somewhere new. The offer

Visit The Light Sittingbourne in 2026 for family entertainment. Enjoy cinema, bowling, and food deals, including weekend early bird bowling for £14.99.

Plan winter sun Destinations for 2025 with this family guide. It helps parents compare options and check the details before booking a family trip.

Discover the Spooky Spectacular at West Midlands Safari Park, running from 10 October to 1 November 2026. The Safari Skies Drone Show takes place on 31 October.

Discover Fayre Play’s retro funfair in Edinburgh for Christmas 2026. Under 18s are allowed until 3pm Sat and 6pm Sun, with a price range of £20 to £30.

Plan a family day at Chester Zoo with the Halloween Top Trumps Trail, a ‘zoo vs you’ trail that runs from Saturday 17 October to Sunday 1 November 2026.

Discover the Pennywell Pumpkin Festival in Devon, running daily from 26 September to 1 November 2026. All activities are included in the ticket price.

Discover Mother Shipton’s Cave Halloween event in 2026, running from 24 October to 1 November. Car or group tickets are £42 during this time.