LIFESTYLE: Things to do in Newmarket this Autumn

Ely Museum, at the heart of the Fens, is just a train ride away from Cambridge and totally family friendly! There is so much to do there, the whole family will be kept busy!  

Travel through time as you explore the galleries; from the prehistoric creatures who swam in the ancient oceans, through to the Bronze Age, the Romans and the World Wars. Exciting explorer kits and trails available to help children explore the museum every day. This half term, join them for creepy crafts and an extra special after dark opening, just for families! Find out more at www.elymuseum.org.uk/

This season at The National Trust Ickworth Estate there is plenty for the whole family to enjoy. Halloween activities are taking place during Half Term, between 26 October – 3 November and include spooky shenanigans down in the servants’ basement of the house and ghoulish crazy golf in the gallery. 

Can you dodge the ghosts to get a hole-in-one? The fascinating Design Masterpiece exhibition is running all throughout October and, on 23 & 24 November, and they are also hosting the March Hare Collective Craft Fair. 

Outdoors, enjoy woodland walks, puddle jumping and stunning autumn views from the multi-use trail. Find out more at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/suffolk/ickworth-estate

Head along and join Church Farm and the Gang this October half term as they rocket into Outer Space. Hear about their adventures at Storytime and boogie along with them to their Sci-fi disco. 

If you are brave enough, escape the naughty alien at “Escape the Spaceship”. Enjoy space themed fun and games, including Super Space Lazers. Why not head down and cheer on the out-of-this-world pigs and Pig Racing every afternoon.  All of the usual favourite farm animals will be waiting to see you. Don’t forget to dress up as your favourite Sci-fi character – adults as well! Find out more at churchfarmstowbardolph.co.uk/