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Top Halloween activities from OutdoorNI.com

At your kids turning into square-eyed zombies during mid-term break by getting them outdoors
At your kids turning into square-eyed zombies during mid-term break by getting them outdoors At your kids turning into square-eyed zombies during mid-term break by getting them outdoors

WITH lots of outdoor activities on offer across Northern Ireland the only question is, are you brave enough to plan a day out with a spooky twist?

:: Avoid the kids turning into square-eyed zombies during the school holidays by dropping them off for a week or half week of action-packed fun at Belfast Activity Centre between Monday and Friday October 26-30. Suitable for kids aged 8-12, this is a great opportunity to make new friends and have a go at activities including climbing, mountain biking and orienteering.

:: Don’t let the cost of a family day out scare a hole in your wallet – there are frighteningly good 3 for 2 offers on all activity packages at Carrowmena Activity Centre, Limavady, between October 26 and November 2. The whole family can try activities including canoeing, zip-lining, climbing and archery before camping out under the stars in the ghostly glamping cocoons.

:: Do heights send ghostly shivers down your spine? Take your family time or friendship to a whole other level on the high-ropes course at Tollymore National Outdoor Centre, Co Down. Work together to make it to the top of Jacob’s Ladder and navigate your way around the obstacle course under the watchful eye of your instructor.

:: Dress up in your Halloween costumes and head off on a high-speed boat ride. Join Co Down activity provider Clearsky Adventure Centre for this special Halloween edition of their popular sea safari. Hear some spooky history of Strangford Lough from your captain and guide before the kids get their hands on some Halloween Treats. Suitable for those aged 3-plus.

:: Wee monsters aged between 8 and 15 – drop them off to Life Adventure Centre’s Monster Adventure day from Wednesday to Friday October 28-30 in Castlewellan Forest Park. Discover the lake's hidden island by canoe, try an archery session, reach new heights on the climbing wall and navigate out of one of the world’s largest hedge mazes.

:: Fright Night at The JungleNI, Moneymore, returns with even more special effects, ghoulish creatures and new scare zones. This really is not an event for the weak kneed or faint hearted.

:: For more information on the above events as well as a whole range of exciting outdoor activities happening throughout the year visit www.OutdoorNI.com.