Events
Autumn Events
6-9th September
Heritage Open Days
Four days of FREE access to some of England’s greatest buildings.
Visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk to find out what will be open in your area.
13th September
Roald Dahl Day
A fantastic opportunity to hold events, read Roald Dahl stories and celebrate the great storyteller wherever you are.
22nd September – 7th October
British Food Fortnight
A time to celebrate the great food that’s produced in Britain and a great way to link into the Harvest Festival.
Visit www.britishfoodfortnight.co.uk for a free resource pack.
30th September
World Heart Day
A great way to promote healthy living in your school.
28-29th September
Early Years and Primary Teaching London Exhibition.
You can get your free exhibition entry ticket online at www.teachingexhibitions.co.uk.
1st-7th October
Children’s Book Week
The theme of this year’s Book Week is the environment.
1st-31st October
International Walk to School Month
A time to leave the car behind and enjoy the walk to school. The theme is around the local environment, and how walking to school can help create sustainable local communities.
1st-31st October
The Big Draw
Drawing events for all ages and abilities across the UK.
4th–10th October
World Space Week
This annual celebration of science and technology was established in 1999 by the UN.
You can download a free activity guide at www.spaceweek.org.
4th October
National Poetry Day
This year The Poetry Society has chosen the theme of Dreams.
5th October
Jeans for Genes Day
A day to wear jeans to school and raise money for children suffering from genetic disorders.