From spooky adventures at top attractions and family-friendly theatre shows to eating out, discover how your Boundless membership can help you make savings this October half term.
After a busy start to the new school term, October half-term is the perfect chance to slow down and enjoy some family fun. Whether you’re braving frightful Halloween events, soaking up the crisp autumn air on a nature walk, or keeping cosy with a cinema trip, your Boundless membership helps you enjoy it all for less.
For a bit of inspiration, here are seven fun ideas to enjoy this October half-term – and the savings you can make with Boundless.
Already a Boundless member? Simply log in to gain full access to all the offers and benefits included in your membership.
Not yet a member? If you're working in or retired from the public sector or civil service, Boundless has two great membership options to choose from: Boundless and Boundless Plus. As well as getting access to exclusive events, Boundless members enjoy unlimited free or discounted entry to many of the UK’s top attractions, plus year-round deals on restaurants, holidays, shopping and much more.
Take a nature walk to see the autumn colours
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Sometimes the simplest activities are the best. Head to your local arboretum, park, or woodland and kick up the leaves together. Pack a flask of hot chocolate, bring a bag for conker-collecting, and enjoy a budget-friendly day in nature.
Spot wildlife at a WWT centre near you
Explore the beautiful wetlands while spotting seasonal wildlife, including wading birds, ducks, geese, frogs and toads as they settle in for the autumn and winter months.
As a Boundless member, you and up to five children can enjoy unlimited access to all nine WWT centres, plus 50% off for one additional adult guest. The on-site cafés are the perfect spot for a warming hot chocolate or tea and cake after a chilly walk, with members getting a 10% discount at WWT’s on-site cafés and shops. Find out more about Boundless membership and how to join.
If you fancy celebrating the supernatural this special Halloween, WWT Slimbridge is hosting a Mystical Marsh Lantern experience. Encounter larger-than-life birds, luminous bugs, and interactive bat puppets along the trail. Not included with general entry, this spooky event takes place on 18-19 October and 25 October-2 November 2025. Find out more information and book your ticket (£12.95 for children and adults) via the WWT Slimbridge website.
Enjoy the autumn glow at Kew and Wakehurst
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In autumn, Kew and Wakehurst’s spectacular gardens come alive with vibrant colours, earthy smells and crisp leaves underfoot. Stroll along Kew’s Treetop Walkway for the perfect vantage point to take in the seasonal display. Closer to the water, the lakeside is another peaceful spot to pause and enjoy the tranquillity of the season.
If you’ve got younger children, this half-term step into the world of Zog at Kew Gardens and Wakehurst with an interactive outdoor trail based on Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved storybook.
Children will follow a series of themed activities based on key moments of dragon school from the book. With a carved wooden sculpture, a life-sized scene and an activity guide to take home, it’s the perfect autumn adventure for young explorers. These activities are included with entry to Kew Gardens. An additional charge is required at Wakehurst for the activity guide and badge.
Discover more seasonal highlights at both Kew and Wakehurst.
Boundless members get unlimited annual access to Kew and Wakehurst. Members also get 50% off entry for an additional adult, free entry for up to five children, and a 10% discount in the Kew shop, both online and in-store.
Listen to a scary story on BookBeat
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For a cosy (but slightly spooky) night in, why not listen to a Halloween-themed audiobook together? With Boundless savings on BookBeat, you can stream classic ghost tales for the whole family or let older kids dive into creepier stories with headphones on. The perfect way to add some seasonal shivers, without leaving the sofa.
Listening to an audiobook is a great screen-free activity that inspires creativity while being the perfect way to wind down at the end of the day. Boundless members get an exclusive offer with BookBeat, giving you access to more than 800,000 audiobooks for adults and kids.
Simply log in to gain access to a free trial with 75 days free, plus a 10% discount on subscription, which can be shared with up to four family members.
Enjoy a family meal out using tastecard
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This half-term, take a break from cooking and treat the family to a meal out without worrying about the cost. With Boundless dining discounts at popular restaurants, such as Carluccio’s, PizzaExpress, TGI Fridays, Zizzi, and many more, you can enjoy pizza, burgers, or a hearty Sunday roast and still keep your budget happy.
Boundless and Boundless Plus members get free access to tastecard, which enables you to get 2-for-1 dining or 25% off your total bill at thousands of independent and chain restaurants, along with 50% off pizza delivery from selected chains.
Enjoy a wild day out at a zoo or safari park
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Take a walk on the wild side this half-term with a family trip to a zoo or safari park, where kids can get up close with bats, owls, and wolves this Halloween season – or stick with the cuddly favourites like meerkats and penguins.
Boundless members can enjoy exclusive savings at many wildlife attractions across the UK when booking through Kids Pass, such as Whipsnade, Twycross and Edinburgh Zoos, and Woburn and West Midlands Safari Parks, making it an affordable day out.
You’ll benefit from a free Kids Pass membership when you join Boundless, giving you access to discounted entry and offers. Get up to 40% off admission at participating zoos and safari parks for both adults and children.
See our pick of the UK’s top zoos and safari parks.
Catch the latest scary films with The Cinema Society
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Make the most of October half-term with a trip to the cinema – the perfect way to keep the family entertained, whatever the weather. Whether you’re into horror, comedy or action films, there’s something for everyone in this season’s big-screen releases.
For families with older children, why not have a spooky night out by watching the latest horror release this Halloween? Boundless members enjoy discounted tickets through The Cinema Society, so you can see big-screen scares, or opt for a family-friendly Halloween film for less.
As a Boundless member, you can save up to 37% on tickets, snacks and drinks at cinema chains including Vue, ODEON, Cineworld, Showcase and Picturehouse through the Cinema Society.
If the rain is lashing down and you’d prefer to stay in, a cosy afternoon home watching films is the perfect way to relax. Why not dim the lights, pile up the cushions and blankets, and enjoy a home cinema experience that everyone will enjoy.
Don’t forget you can stock up on sweet treats for less with Boundless supermarket discounts at your local high street supermarkets. Simply pick up a prepaid gift card and save 3.5% at your chosen shop.
Enjoy thrills and chills at Theme Parks using Kids Pass
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October is one of the most exciting times to visit the UK’s top theme parks. Many parks host special Halloween events, with spooky mazes, fancy-dress parades, and after-dark rides. From Blackpool Pleasure Beach to Drayton Manor, you’ll find frightfully good fun, with a few spooky surprises along the way.
This Halloween, get your thrills (and chills) at some of the UK’s top theme parks while saving on a thrilling day out – as a Boundless member, you can save up to 52% on entry to some of the UK’s most spectacular theme parks using your free membership to Kids Pass. Browse on the Kids Pass app to see the full list of venues available.
Catch up or rewatch online Boundless talks
Each month, Boundless hosts a number of free online talks for members with experts in their field. If you’ve missed a talk (or simply fancy watching it again), you can catch up on the series again online.
Covering a plethora of topics, recent talks have included fascinating insights into history, space, travel, motoring and conservation - whether a talk is on your special interest, or you fancy learning something new, there’s something for everyone.
Simply register to join the live interactive talk or watch again if you missed the live recording.
Do more with Boundless
If you're working in or retired from the public sector or civil service, Boundless has two great membership options to choose from: Boundless and Boundless Plus.
With Boundless, you get unlimited access or discounted entry to many of the UK’s top attractions, including Kew Gardens and Wakehurst and WWT centres across the UK, as well as year-round deals on restaurants, holidays, shopping and much more. With Boundless Plus, you can enjoy additional benefits including unlimited access to Historic Royal Palaces sites, National Trust for Scotland places, access to The Ramblers' extensive walking community, and peace of mind with roadside assistance and local recovery by Britannia Rescue.
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