You don't even have to leave town to enjoy events and activities in and around Malvern during the Autumn half term. Below is a list of family fun places, restaurants to visit, and bistros and bars where you can socialise with friends. If you have friends and family visiting Malvern this half term, we've also got a list of great places to stay.
Events
The Hollies are in concert at the Malvern Theatres on the 21st of October at 7:30pm. Tickets start at £24 and this is a one day show only. Visit the theatre website or call 01684 892277 for further information.
The Abbey Jazz Band will be playing at the Malvern Rugby Football club on the 23rd of October from 8pm - 10:30pm. For more details visit the Malvern RFC website by following this link.
The Three Counties Showground will be hosting The Mini Show on the 23rd of October. On the 28th, 29th & 30th the showgrond will be hosting the Quilts Festival. For other showground shows, visit their website.
The Arts Market. Where: Worcester High Street. When: the 28th - 30th October. Enjoy a browse around Worcester's popular Arts Market which sells a wide variety of locally produced arts and crafts, jewellery, pictures, glass, pottery, toys and much more!
Walks
The Malvern Hills are famous for nature walks. Whether you're looking for short walks at beginner level, or if you want to hike all day, the following is a list of walks to suit all levels over the half term holiday.
Pitchcroft Walk. 21st October, organised by Soul Mates. A 2-3 mile walk starting at Barnards Green at 9:45am. Level: easy. For more information contact Connie on 01684 562159.
British Camp Walk. This is a 9 mile walk taking place on the 22nd of October. The walk will be led by Meryl and Frank and it will begin at 9am on Imperial Road. For more details please call 01684 575114.
Friends of the Malvern Hills Walk. When: 22nd October. Where: Whyche car park, near the chapel. Walk leader: Pam 01684 577650. Walk distance: 4-5 miles approximately.
Knapp Nature Reserve Walk. There's nothing better than a nature walk in Autumn at this beautiful reserve. Part of this walk includes the Worcester Way. The walk leaders are Roger and Mary. It will begin at 9:15am on the 26th of October on Imperial Way. For more info call 01886 833987.
Halloween is on the 31st of October, which is the day the kids go back to school, but there are many spooky and fun filled events taking place over half term. You can also make your own Halloween fun too! Halloween is a super fun time of year for me, because I'm American and we know how to celebrate this spooktacular time of year. There are loads of great costumes and Halloween treats and supplies at Maltalan. They've got oodles of googly-eyes, rubber spiders, skeletons and more. Be sure to decorate your house or leave a jack-o-lantern on your doorstep, to welcome trick or treat.
If you're planning a Halloween party of your own, or you're attending a Halloween party, get all your costumes at Susie's Fancy Dress on Richmond Road.
Fun Places for Kids
Ice Quest. Malvern's Ice Rink. This facility also has Laser Quest games. Visit their website for opening times and further information.
Green Frog Pottery. Paint figurines, ceramics, plates and more at this pottery painting shop in Barnards Green.
The Splash. Swim for fun and fitness at the Splash swimming pool.
Parks & Playgrounds. Victoria Park has a playground on Pickersleigh Road and Priory Park has a playground behind the Malvern Theatres.
Restaurants, Bars & Bistros
