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Adult Activities This Autumn in Bristol
After Dark - Nights To Die For" Extreme Horror Nights at The House of Frankenstein, Bath.
Where: Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein
About: From 18 October, those who dare to enter will experience the psychological paranoia of total darkness, confinement and an assault on all the senses as they venture over five floors of torment, whilst encountering hellish characters that tap into our most deep-seated fears…
After Dark – nights to die for challenges visitors to:
- Conquer 10 chambers in a 300-year-old house in total darkness.
- Navigate dream-state labyrinths, dead ends and confined spaces.
- Endure physical manifestations from the darkest corners of your subconscious.
- Venture into the foreboding underbelly of the building.
- Devour curious mind-bending shots in the bizarre Carnival Bar.
Date: After Dark will run at Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein from 18 October – 1 November 2025 on selected dates. Evening Escape Rooms, which include entry to After Dark horror nights, are also available.
Price: Tickets from £15.50
Bedgebury Florilegium Society Exhibition at Westonbirt Arboretum
Where: Westonbirt Arboretum. The Downs - along the path by the Treetop Walkway to the main facilities.
About: This autumn, Westonbirt Arboretum is proud to host a stunning outdoor exhibition in celebration of their sister site Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, marking their centenary this year.
Created by the Bedgebury National Pinetum Florilegium Society, the exhibition features 18 exquisite botanical illustrations of trees found in both arboreta. Running for approx. 400 meters, each artwork tells a unique story, highlighting the beauty of the trees and the vital conservation work carried out at Bedgebury. These illustrations are not only visual masterpieces but also serve as scientific records, continuing the centuries-old tradition of botanical art.
Date: Daily throughout autumn, 9am - 4:30pm
Price: Day Admission from Free - £13
Find a cosy pub with a roaring fire to warm up in
Where: Various Locations
About: Without a shadow of a doubt, everyone loves a cosy, old fashioned pub. There's nothing better than coming in from the cold outdoors and warming up in front of a log fire whilst enjoying a pint or hearty pub grub. There are plenty of cosy pubs in Bristol we can recommend - and we have a list of them here! We've even rated them on cosiness for you!
Watch an Autumnal Sunset
Where: Brandon Hill, Troopers Hill, Harbourside
About: As the nights draw in and sunsets gets earlier during the countdown to the shortest day, this could be the perfect time of year for you to see a beautiful sunset without having to get to bed at 10pm. Luckily for you, Bristol is fantastically situated for watching a sunset. We have a reel of the best places for you to watch the sky turn pink and get the perfect sunset snaps with no obstructions here!
Autumn Activities for all ages in Bristol
Go for an Autumnal Stroll
Where: Westonbirt Arboretum
About: If you've been to Westonbirt Arboretum before, we can almost guarentee that you chose to go in autumn. It's definitely at it's most impressive throughout October, with a fountain of deep reds, bright oranges and beautiful yellows. Take the whole family along and learn about the 2,500 different types of trees that live there and let the little ones explore the treehouse! Budding photographers will be in their element too!
Find out here what other Autumn Walks you can do in Bristol!
Visit a Stunning National Trust property
Where: Tyntesfield, Leigh Woods, Blaise Hamlet, Clevedon Court
About: The National Trust have an array of properties in and around the Bristol area, all of which are perfect for visiting in Autumn. You can enjoy an autumnal walk around the estates, warm up with a coffee and cake in a nearby cafe and then explore the history behind each place until your heart's content!
You can find out what National Trust Properties are nearest to Bristol here!
Go Pumpkin Picking
Where: Farringtons Farm, Avon Valley, Palette & Pasture
About: What is a better Autumnal activity than pumpkin picking? When you think of Autumn, this activity instantly comes to mind! Dressing up in cosy knitwear and coats, with a warm hot chocolate in hand, picking out your favourite pumpkin from the hundreds in the fields to carve for Halloween! There are many PYO locations in Bristol so you're sorted!
Children’s Autumn Activities in Bristol
Visit Avon Valley
Where: Avon Valley
About: Visit Avon Valley and explore 50 acres of beautiful countryside with indoor and outdoor play areas, plus many farm animals and exotic species. Also, throughout October, enjoy Avon Valleys' Halloween events!
Pumpkin Patch Nights - Pick your own pumpkins, browse their speciality market with seasonal vegetables and enjoy live entertainment!
Pumpkin Patch - Open on select dates from the 27th September-31st October! Click here for exact dates.
FEARless - Their family-friendly immersive attraction lets you navigate 4 of their scare attractions which are tamed down for the afternoon with no major scares but a few frights along the way! Running 25th, 29th, 30th & 31st October!
FEAR Scream Park - Get ready for #ABloodyGoodNight this October! Twice awarded as the UK’s Best Scream Park FEAR Scream Park is home to 5 Terrifying Scare Attractions, 2 Extraordinary Experiences, Fire & Laser Shows, Street Theatre & Live Performances. Find out more, here.
Jump into Autumn at AirHop
Where: AirHop Trampoline Park
About: AirHop trampoline and adventure park is the ultimate autumn activity for all ages! Being inside you can enjoy the delights of over 140 interconnected trampolines that span right across the floor and up the walls as well as an Obstacle Course, AR Trampolines, Wipeout, Dodgeball, A Huge Airbag and Slam Dunk, even when the weather isn't at its best! They also offer facilities for Birthday Parties, Team Building Days, HIIT Classes and even MiniHoppers Toddler Sessions, so there really is something for everyone!
Go Conker Hunting
Where: Westonbirt, Durdham Downs, St George's Park, Queens Square
About: When it comes to Autumn, we love going out to the park in search of autumnal goodies like conkers! From September onwards the floors are flooded with conkers. This isn't just an autumn activity for the kids but for adults as well. Find out the best places in Bristol to go conker hunting!
The Art of Autumn family trail at Westonbirt Arboretum
Where: Westonbirt Arboretum. The Downs - along the path by the Treetop Walkway to the main facilities.
About: This autumn, bring the whole family to Westonbirt Arboretum and explore their Family Autumn Trail, a hands-on adventure celebrating the season’s spectacular colours, textures, and creativity.
Pick up your free trail pack from the Welcome Building, including a sketchbook, trail map and crayon. Each trail panel features a fun activity linked to the trees and landscape around you, along with seasonal science facts and drawing prompts to spark curiosity and creativity.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Trail goes past their newest natural play areas.
Date: Daily from Monday 8th September - Sunday 30th November, 9am - 4:30pm
Price: Day Admission from Free - £13