October family days out at M&Ds

M&D's Scotland's Theme Park has launched a programme of activities to entertain families this October no matter the weather!

Article Source: M&Ds
Last Updated: 11 September 2024 14:40

Top of the bill will be the popular Pumpkin Outdoor Festival which runs on various dates between Saturday 5th October and Sunday 27th October. The event includes storytelling by Folksy Theatre featuring Farmer Pottington and the Perfect Pumpkin. Visitors can pick their own pumpkin, enjoy the Pumpkin Trail and take part in the Halloween Themed Game, with prizes for everyone. In addition, they can experience a ride on board the Pumpkin Express land train and take part in making Halloween arts and crafts. Prices range from £8.95, which includes a hot drink or £11.50 which includes a pumpkin to take home.
There are also a number of ASN sessions on taking place on Sunday 6th, Saturday 12th and Sunday 20th October at different times.

On Friday 25th, Saturday 26th and Thursday 31st October, Amazonia, an indoor tropical rainforest with exotic animals and plants, will open its doors at night and from 6.30pm until 9.00pm visitors can experience a nocturnal Fright Night!
Help feed the snakes and if you’re brave enough, take part in creepy critter handling sessions. Prices start from £5.75 for under 16’s and £7.30 for adults.
On Friday 25th October from 6pm until 8pm, young ones can join a Halloween Party at Krazy Congo Soft Play with prizes for everyone. Prices start from £13.95 and includes a Halloween sandwich box and party bag.

On 20th October visitors can join in Wednesday and Enid’s Spooktacular Party at the Theme Park’s onsite four star Alona Hotel. Featuring the award-winning Wicked Entertainment, the two hour event will include games and singalongs, as well as make-over stations where you can be transformed into Wednesday. Available from 11am until 1pm or 2.30pm until 4.30pm, tickets are priced from £17.95.

Jensen Taylor Connelly, Director, M&D’s Scotland’s Theme Park said: “October days out are now a firm fixture in the family calendar and no matter the weather, we have a programme of indoor and outdoor activities that will keep everyone entertained.”

Throughout the month on selected dates visitors can also enjoy Darktober, when you can ride a selection of attractions in the dark with prices from £10.95.

Located at Strathclyde Park in Motherwell, Lanarkshire, M&D’s Scotland’s Theme Park is packed with many attractions, including Amazonia, Devil’s Island Adventure Golf, Cosmic Bowl, and Krazy Congo Soft Play, as well as rides suitable for all age groups.

There are also many food outlets to enjoy, including the award-winning Monterey Jack’s American themed diner. Further information and to book online visit www.scotlandsthemepark.com

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