As we head into half term and approach Halloween, there's plenty of spooky shenanigans planned at a host of Hampshire attractions.

Here's five of the best things to do with the family this weekend (October 21 and 22).

At Mottisfont, near Romsey...

Daily Echo: Girl in witch's outfit on the lawn

The Funnybones trail and exhibition draws to a close on November 5 so head to Mottisfont to see it before it's gone. 

The hilarious Funnybones stories by Janet and Allan Ahlberg come to life at Mottisfont in an exclusive family experience.

Grab your skeleton mask, sticker and trail map to begin your Funnybones-inspired adventure in the gardens.

Try out ‘eerie exercises’ and guess what’s inside the trick or treat boxes.

Shuffle bones to create creatures and make your own dog skeleton to take home.

In the house there are original Funnybones illustrations, big wall displays for family selfies, and cosy spaces to read the book.

At Bucklers Hard...

Daily Echo: A river cruise at Buckler's Hard

October half-term offers the last chance to step on board the Beaulieu River Cruise to explore the spot which recently featured in Channel 4’s The UK’s National Parks with Caroline Quentin.

Follow her paddle along the Beaulieu River from Buckler's Hard to spot returning wintering waders and wildfowl – and maybe even see a seal.

River cruises run daily until October 29 and are the perfect way to get close to nature and explore the unspoilt New Forest haven which is home to more than 200 species of birdlife.

This year, the maritime village of Buckler’s Hard remains open for free visits throughout the autumn and winter – offering the perfect destination for riverside strolls.

Free access to the village includes entry to the original Shipwright’s Cottage and charming St Mary’s Chapel, with a smugglers’ cellar under the altar, as well as the HMS Agamemnon – Navigating the Legend exhibition about nations working together to preserve the world’s only surviving wreck of a ship built at Buckler’s Hard.

At Longdown Activity Farm...

Daily Echo: There will be plenty of pumpkins on the farm!
Enter the Haunted Barn at your peril from Saturday (October 21) through to Sunday October 29 for a howlingly good time.

The Pumpkin Quest promises to be fun for all the family too – everyone will enjoy spotting the mischievous orange faces around the farm as they discover each naughty pumpkin in unexpected places.

After all the scary stuff, calm down with the friendly farm animals, and join in with a full schedule of farm activities throughout the day.

At New Forest Wildlife Park...

Daily Echo: A ferret enjoying Halloween at New Forest Wildlife Park

Step into the enchanting ancient woodlands of New Forest Wildlife Park this October half term, where the echoing howls of wolves, the mysterious prowl of the lynx and the playful antics of otters will be setting the stage for a ghoulish wildlife adventure.

This Halloween season, New Forest Wildlife Park is taking its commitment to family fun to a whole new level with Howlin’ Halloween. 

During half term, families are invited to experience a week of magical and educational Halloween-themed activities.

Over 200 animals from 31 diverse species await your discovery.

At Winchester Science Centre...

Daily Echo: Science Spooktacular at Winchester Science Centre

It’s trick or treat season and Winchester Science Centre is pulling out all the stops to fill this one with giggles, gasps and gasses!

During half term, there’ll be all the usual Science Centre fun, plus even more to excite all ages at Science Spooktacular – and it’s all included with admission.

There’ll be giggles galore as little monsters hit the dancefloor at the Halloween disco. Listen out for the sounds of astounded gasps as families swap spooky scares for frightfully fun science in the Trick or Treat Trail. And head off on a gassy journey through our digestive system to discover what happens to all those tasty Halloween treats with brand new live science show, Can You Stomach It?.