Autumn Glow Night Open Evening

🎆 Anderton Centre’s Autumn Glow Night 🎇

Join us for a safe, inclusive, and magical evening designed especially for families and children of all abilities. Autumn Glow Night offers a firework-free alternative, perfect for little ones who may find loud noises overwhelming, while still capturing the wonder of the season.

✨ Activities & Zones

Crafts & Family Zone

·         Lantern-making with LED tealights

·         Autumn-themed crafts: leaf crowns, pinecone decorations

Bushcraft & Storytelling Zone

·         Drop-in storytelling with folklore, autumn tales, and seasonal legends

·         Bushcraft demonstrations: knot tying, natural tinder, fire-lighting techniques

·         S’more-making station

Film Zone

·         Family-friendly films on repeat

·         Firework-inspired art: design your own colourful displays on paper

·         Apple bobbing

Light Zone

·         Glow sticks & glow-in-the-dark games

·         Mini treasure hunts

·         Lantern walk/self-guided trail with children’s crafted lanterns

·         Optional story stops along the route

🍂 Food & Drink

·         Hot chocolate & mulled apple juice

·         Jacket potatoes

·         S’mores & toffee apples

·         Popcorn

💡 Why it’s perfect for children with additional needs:

·         Quiet, firework-free environment

·         Gentle visual stimulation through crafts, lights, and films

·         Sensory-friendly treats and hands-on activities

·         Optional participation – children can join in at their own pace

 

Bring the whole family and enjoy a cosy, glowing autumn night where everyone can feel safe, included, and entertained.