YOUNGSTERS can enjoy some Halloween fun at the Worcestershire County Museum at Hartlebury Castle this half term.

From Tuesday (October 24) to Friday (October 27), Hartlebury Castle will be playing host to four fun-filled days of children's activities between 10.30am and 4pm.

Children can join in Halloween and autumn-themed craft activities including making boggart stick puppets, autumn leaf wreaths and mini witches and wizards.

The activities will vary daily, but one autumn and one Halloween-themed activity will be available each day.

Throughout the week, children can have fun carving their own Halloween pumpkin to take home and follow a spooky trail around the Worcestershire County Museum to discover more than 1,000 years of history.

Pippa Ashmore, events officer, said: "Our half term craft activities are a great way to spend the holidays.

"There are fun and creative activities for all to enjoy covering the themes of autumn and Halloween.

"This year will also see the return of our very popular pumpkin carving sessions."

Normal museum admission charges will apply each day - plus £2 per child for the day's craft activities and trail, and £3 per person for pumpkin carving.

For more information about the Halloween and autumn-themed activities during half term, call 01299 250416 or visit museumsworcestershire.org.uk.

Complimenting the County Museum's popular activities, there will also be two events hosted by the Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust.

On Wednesday (October 25) between 7pm and 9pm, children can have a go at stargazing with Bromsgrove Astronomical Society and create their own pictures using torches and photography.

The event costs £3 per child - who must be accompanied by an adult - and is supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund. Booking is required, by calling 01299 250797 or emailing activities@hartleburycastle.com.

While, on Saturday, October 28, between 11am and 4pm, families can drop in and take part in the Hartlebury Hackathon. The Hackathon will use technology including 3D printing and vacuum moulding to explore the museum's history.

Entry and participation is free as part of Craft Council England's Make Shift Do programme - but does not include access to the museum.