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Bracken Hall Countryside Centre is inviting visitors to discover the fascinating world of rocks and fossils throughout November, with a packed programme of family-friendly activities, creative workshops, guided walks and nature experiences on Shipley Glen and Baildon Moor.

The centre is open every Saturday and Sunday from 12:00-16:00, offering free drop-in arts and crafts, a wildlife garden trail and exhibitions exploring the area's rich local history, heritage and natural environment.

Events include:

• Halloween & Wizards Weekend at the Shipley Glen Tramway - Sunday 1 November, 12:00-16:00. Enjoy nature-themed Halloween arts, crafts and activities, along with rides on the historic tramway.

• Echoes of the Meadow - Sunday 1 November, 14:00-16:00, at Bracken Hall. Join Bradford Culture Company artist-in-residence Ismaha Farooq for a nature journaling session and short guided walk. Booking required via Event booking.

• Saplings Parent & Toddler Group - Wednesday 4 November and Wednesday 2 December, 10:00-12:00. A monthly nature group led by Sponge Tree, featuring seasonal activities, indoor and outdoor play.

• Poppy Day Activities - Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November, 12:00-16:00. Create beautiful poppy-inspired crafts using materials and inspiration from nature.

• Rock Carvings, Geology and Archaeology Walk - Saturday 14 November, 13:00-15:00. Starting at Bracken Hall, this four-mile circular walk across Shipley Glen and Baildon Moor explores local geology, archaeology and ancient cup-and-ring stone carvings with archaeologist and volunteer Eddie.

• Fossil Art Workshop - Sunday 15 November, 12:30-15:30. Drop in for an acrylic painting session inspired by fossils with artist Emma Bairstow.

• Fungi Walk - Sunday 22 November, 12:00-14:00. Discover the fascinating fungi of Shipley Glen with the Mid Yorkshire Fungi Group. Visitors are encouraged to bring a magnifying glass if they have one.