Families looking for affordable ways to enjoy the October half-term will find plenty going on across Leicester next week, with storytelling, crafts, railway rides and a giant monster hunt amongst the free and low-cost activities taking place. With local schools closed from 19-23 October, parents looking for fun things to do with their children should check out the events taking place at museums, libraries, family centres and other venues across the city. Among the highlights

Families can enjoy a great value day out at two of Leicester’s award-winning heritage attractions this autumn, thanks to a Kids Go Free offer at the King Richard III Visitor Centre and Jewry Wall Museum. Throughout September and October, up to three children aged 15 and under can visit both attractions free of charge when accompanied by a paying adult – representing a saving of £6.25 per child. At the King Richard III Visitor Centre, visitors can explore the remarkable story

Free museum entry, children’s activities and family fun will be on offer in Leicester this weekend, as the Friends of Jewry Wall Museum invite everyone to join them for a special day of celebration. On Saturday 18 July, The Friends will be marking the first anniversary of the newly reopened museum - and bringing their own remarkable 22-year journey to a close. Jewry Wall is what remains of a 2nd century bath house and is one of the largest civic Roman ruins in the United King