useful leaflet describing wildlife in autumn from www.ni-environment.gov.uk 4. Build a denWoods and parks are full of natural building materials, such as fallen branches, leaves and bracken. And in autumn there are leaves, leaves and more leaves to use

, the former home of Anne Boleyn, and swish your way through its gardens’ autumn glory. Walk along Anne Boleyn’s Walk with its collection of trees planted over 100 years ago. In Discover Autumn on October 16–17 you can also visit the head gardener

. Two days of traditional entertainment will include comedy, music, dance, food and games.Autumn QuizOctober 8–23Become a nature detective in the grounds of Crathes Castle in Banchory with this self-lead autumn quiz trail.  Historic HuntingOctober 10

Seasonal I-SpySeptember 15–28Pick up a trail sheet from the garden room at Belton House in Lincolnshire and set off on a nature detective hunt around the gardens of this country house estate. After discovering the autumnal delights of the garden

display, ancient weaponry, falconry displays and archery sessions for young knights-in-waiting.Glow Wild In The DarkSeptember 16Pack a torch and get wildlife hunting at Brush Hill Nature Reserve during this twilight walk around the site. The whole family

the Pembrokshire Coast National Park Rangers for an exploration of nature and wildlife within the woods at the Colby Woodland Garden. Indoor crafting activities will also be on offer for creative types.Llandudno Fireworks DisplayNovember 5A spectacular pyrotechnic

the new harvest and fill your basket with delicious local produce whilst children can join in a variety of fun, fruity games and activities. Let’s Get PhysicalSeptember 25Spice up the chilly autumn season with a lick of Latin flavour at these free dance

workshop, primary school cooking lessons and the Generation Cookery Game.Music In The Park: Sound Power OrchestraSeptember 18The autumn season is the perfect time to explore the flora and fauna of Gibside Park in Northumberland. Look out for the rare Red

demonstrations of traditional countryside pursuits, cast your eyes over a scarecrow competition and listen as nature experts discuss the changes that take place during the autumn season. Competitive children can get bashing in the conker championships whilst

at the top. Look at logs to find insect holes.4. The falling leaves of autumn provide a perfect place for all manner of insects to hide. Find a spot with plenty of coverage and gently pick up fallen leaves, looking inside ones that have rolled up and you