With autumn in full swing, there’s no better time to embrace the outdoors and explore the beauty of nature with your little ones! Recently, I took my girls to a fantastic forest school playgroup, and they had a blast playing in the mud kitchen—getting messy, creative, and loving every second of it. We’ve also tackled a fun maize maze, which was a great way to get active while adventuring through the cornfields.
As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, it’s the perfect time to enjoy outdoor activities that combine physical fun with a bit of exploration. From scavenger hunts and conker collecting to wrapping up warm and kicking through piles of leaves, there are so many simple ways to get outside and move while enjoying everything autumn has to offer.
Here are five fun autumn activities to help you and your kids get outdoors:
🍂 Autumn Scavenger Hunt – Create a list of things to find, like colourful leaves, pinecones, acorns, or conkers. It’s a great way to keep kids engaged while exploring nature!
🌰 Conker Collecting – Head to your nearest park or woodland and search for conkers. You can even have a friendly conker competition once you’ve gathered enough!
🌾 Explore a Maize Maze – Find a local maize maze and let your kids navigate through the twists and turns. It’s a fantastic way to get moving while solving a fun puzzle. (we headed off to Dove Fields Maize Maze.)
🍁 Leaf Pile Fun – Encourage your little ones to gather fallen leaves and then enjoy jumping into the piles! It’s simple, but the joy it brings is huge.
🎃 Pumpkin Picking – Visit a local pumpkin patch and let your children pick their own pumpkins. It’s a fun, hands-on activity, and you can end the day by carving your finds!
At Roarsome Sport, we love encouraging kids to stay active both inside and outside. Physical activity doesn’t have to be limited to structured sports—it can be about getting out there and enjoying the natural world! Whether it’s running through fields, exploring forests, or even playing in the mud, outdoor adventures are a brilliant way to get children moving while sparking their imagination.
So, next time the sun peeks out, grab your coats and wellies, and head out for an autumnal adventure! And don’t forget, when the weather’s not quite so kind, we’re always here with fun indoor options to keep your little ones active every Sunday morning.
Book your 3 week trial today, I’m looking forward to seeing you and your children at a session soon!