Are you ready to join us for this year’s spooky Halloween celebrations at GoClimb Billingham Forum for lots of laughs and frights.

Attempt to take on 21 hair-raising climbing walls and climb the scary spiralling stepping stones in the dark. Will you be brave enough to take on the daring leap of faith and Dracula’s 22ft drop slide? GoClimb will be in complete darkness all day on Monday 30th and Tuesday 31st October for the Halloween Dark Climb Spooktacular. Navigate your way up and down our walls and many other challenges using just the light from your head torch.

• Monday 30th and Tuesday 31st October

• Sessions available throughout the day

• 4 years old+

• Book online in advance

Conveniently located within Billingham Forum, GoClimb’s colourful jungle of exciting climbing walls, brings you interactive designs to let your imagination run wild!

With over 20 unique walls, a 22ft vertical plunge slide and a spiral of twisting towers to overcome, will you have the energy left to take a daring leap of faith? Our team will provide harnesses and helmets (only required for a few challenges), so all you need to bring is your sense of adventure!

• Open everyday throughout the holidays

• 10:00 – 17:00

• 4 years old+

• Book online in advance

Badminton is a great game suitable from 2 to 4 players. It is a very sociable sport and provides a great workout. Thornaby Pavilion is championed as a centre for badminton excellence which offers a specialist floor called ‘Taraflex’ to keep its facilities first class.

• Every day throughout holidays

• 09:00 – 21:00

• Book in advance online

This fast paced game will keep you on your toes and is a great way to stay healthy and active. As with most racquet sports, Squash can really help to improve co-ordination, balance and stamina.

• Every day throughout holidays

• 09:00 – 21:00

• Book online in advance

Climb aboard the Golden Pearl and shiver your timbers this October half term for a fun filled family adventure on the seven seas, with a show brimming with a bountiful supply of great songs, dazzling dance routines and Cracking Comedy.

Join Captain Betty Breakwater as she finds the long-lost treasure of Skull Island and sets sail with first mate Silly Billy Bones & Pretty Polly Plank to search for riches beyond their wildest dreams. It won’t be easy as the evil Captain Crabby has a few spooky tricks up his sleeve to thwart our heroes and steal the treasure himself. Will Betty and her potty pirate crew find the treasure and win the day? There’s only one way to find out . . .

• 1st November

• 13:00 and 17:00

• Book online in advance

Milkshake! Monkey is back and can’t wait to put on a spectacular NEW Show for you all, joined by some of his favourite Milkshake! friends plus two Milkshake Presenters creating the most dazzling show you have ever seen!

Join Paddington, Daisy & Ollie, Milo, Noddy, Pip and Posy, Blue’s Clues & You! and of course Milkshake! Monkey for an unforgettable family time at Milkshake Monkey’s Musical!

• 2nd November

• 12:00 and 15:30

• Book online in advance

Meet intrepid EXPLORERS, fascinating PROFESSORS & the bravest of RANGERS as they take you on a journey through Jurassic Earth, introducing their herd of the most incredible Dinosaur species to have ever lived!

Bring your biggest ROOAR and your fastest feet as you take Rangers Danger’s masterclass to become an Official Dinosaur Ranger – gaining the skills you need to come face-to-face with the World’s largest walking T Rex, a big-hearted Brontosaurus, tricky Triceratops, uncontrollable Carnotaurus, vicious Velociraptors & sneaky Spinosaurus.

• 12th November

• 12:00 and 15:00

• Book online in advance

Fe-Fi-Fo-Fum, if you miss this panto you will be glum! Book now for our spectacular rags to riches pantomime for the whole family.

With stunning sets, comedy, audience participation and breath-taking special effects, Jack and the Beanstalk promises to be the funniest and most spectacular pantomime you’ve ‘bean’ waiting for!

• 2nd – 31st December

• Various times throughout the month of December

• Book online in advance

Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) provides a fun way to play on the water, with the added benefit of a full-body workout, that’s not only a great experience for the whole family but can also be very relaxing.

These 2 hour instructor lead sessions are for anyone 10 years and above who wants to experience Stand Up Paddle boarding at the Tees Barrage

• Various dates throughout the holidays

• Various times (Check Booking Link)

• 10 years old+

• Book online in advance

Have a family fun water adventure this summer with instructor led kayaking sessions, ideal for beginners to learn a new and exciting skill or simply just to have fun on the water!

This entry level course provides the skills to manoeuvre a kayak and focuses on forward, backward, turning stopping and some fun and games.

• Various dates throughout the holidays

• Various times (Check Booking Link)

• 8 years old+

• Book online in advance

White water rafting is a fun, fast and unforgettable activity plus you don’t need any prior experience. We have a friendly, highly-trained team here to help you get to grips with the basics before heading out. Plus we provide you with all the equipment you need to have fun and stay safe on the rapids.

• Saturday 21st & Saturday 28th October

• 10:00 & 12:30

• Book online in advance

Come and chill out at Forum Ice Arena for public ice skating sessions every day throughout summer! No booking required, just turn up and skate!

Check session times on the ice timetable by clicking below.

• Every day throughout holidays

• Various times (check timetable link)

• All ages

• No booking required

Join us at Billingham Forum for public swimming sessions each day throughout the summer holidays! Click the link below to view the timetable and book your spaces in advance.

Spaces are limited and we recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.

• Everyday throughout the holidays

• Various Times (check booking link)

• Admission policies apply

• All ages and abilities

• Book online 7 days in advance

The PlayBarn offers many unique features from a wavy slide, climbing nets and ball pool to stepping stones, a wobble floor and a log ramp!

Your little ones will love an adventure at PlayBarn!

• Everyday throughout the holidays

• Various Times (check booking link)

• 8 years old and under

• Adult supervision at all times

• Book online 7 days in advance

Badminton is a fast-paced, fun way to keep fit. Suitable for all ages to get involved with, this mood boosting racquet sport can be played socially or competitively and is sure to improve your health, fitness and coordination!

• Every day throughout holidays

• 08:00 – 21:00

• Book online in advance

This fast paced game will keep you on your toes and is a great way to stay healthy and active. As with most racquet sports, Squash can really help to improve co-ordination, balance and stamina.

• Every day throughout holidays

• 07:00 – 21:15

• Book online in advance

Soft play is one gigantic adventure to your little ones! IB’s soft play sessions encourage complete creativity to build structures and explore boundaries in a safe and controlled area.

• Weekdays 09:00 – 18:00 Weekends 09:00 – 15:00

• 5 years old and under

• Adult supervision at all times

• Book online 7 days in advance

Join us at IB Leisure for public swimming sessions each day throughout the summer holidays! Click the link below to view the timetable and book your spaces in advance.

Spaces are limited and we recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.

• Everyday throughout the holidays

• Various times (check booking link)

• Admission policies apply

• All ages and abilities

• Book online 7 days in advance

Table Tennis can be played with 2 to 4 players and can be enjoyed by anyone. When played at a high level it is one of the fastest sports around, but you don’t have to be a pro to still get a good workout! The sport is gentle on your body and extremely good for your movement and co-ordination, so why not hire a table and start to improve your skills!

• Everyday throughout the holidays

• 09:00 – 20:00

• Book online in advance

Join us at Splash for Big Splash sessions this half term where the waves and flumes are guaranteed to provide all the fun you need! Click the link below to view the timetable and book your spaces in advance.

Spaces are limited and we recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.

• Various dates (check book now link)

• Various times (check book now link)

• Admission policies apply

• All ages and abilities

• Book online up to 7 days in advance

Join us at Stockton Splash for public swimming sessions each day throughout the summer holidays! Click the link below to view the timetable and book your spaces in advance.

Spaces are limited and we recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.

• Everyday throughout the holidays

• Various times (check booking link)

• Admission policies apply

• All ages and abilities

• Book online up to 7 days in advance

A fun session with floats and pool noodles to enjoy with your families and friends – come along and jump in!

• Various dates (check book now link)

• Various times (check booking link)

• Admission policies apply

• Book online 7 days in advance

Join us at Thornaby Pool for public swimming sessions each day throughout the holidays! Click the link below to view the timetable and book your spaces in advance.

Spaces are limited and we recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.

• Everyday throughout the holidays (Excluding Bank Holidays)

• Various times (check booking link)

• Admission policies apply

• All ages and abilities

• Book online 7 days in advance

Easily located at Tees Barrage International White Water Centre, this ultimate family adventure awaits your arrival and challenges all who visit to complete each obstacle it has in store!

Set over 4 levels, over 38 unique challenges await your excited arrival and stand before you ready to conquer. Do you have the nerves to conquer them all? No equipment or experience is required.

• Tuesday 31st October – Saturday 4th November

• 10:00 – 16:00

• 1m height restriction – below 1.2m must be accompanied by an adult on the structure

• Book online in advance