10 things to do this week (October 27-November 3)

PETERBOROUGH GANG SHOWKey Theatre, October 31-November 5A cast of 59 – aged between 8 and 25 and all involved in the Scout movement across Peterborough – will take to the stage for two hours of music, dance and comedy. Months of rehearsals have gone into the preparations for six good old fashioned family variety shows.Tickets at www.keytheatre-peterborough.com

Scarewell at SacrewellSacrewell Farm, Thornhaugh, until October 30Discover the many tricks and treats around the farm, with the help of some spooky friends that are hidden around the place. Don’t forget to dress up and be ready for a fun-filled day.

Peterborough Arts Cinema: Good Luck to You, Leo GrandeJohn Clare Theatre, tonight, 7.30pmTwo-time Academy Award winner Emma Thompson is retired teacher Nancy Stokes, who embarks on a post-marital sexual awakening .

FAMILY FUN

Peterborough MuseumHalloween Horror Night on Saturday is a one-off tour of the museum, accompanied by a guide; there is also a a Family Ghost Walk at 4:30pm on October 31 and Terrifying Trails and Creepy Crafts until Friday. Details at www.peterboroughmuseum.org.uk

FAMILY FUN

Nene Park at half-termThere is something for everyone to enjoy, from scarecrow and broomstick making to archery and a holiday trail. Plus there’s watersports at Nene Outdoors and boat trips on Overton Lake. Dates and times at wwwnenepark.org.uk

FAMILY FUN

Westraven Community Cafe & Garden, Hartwell WayEvents this week include Be A Nature Detective today, 1pm to 3pm; Wild Play – Forest School with Groundworks on Friday, 10am to 12pm / 1pm to 3pm; Half Term Arts & Crafts, 10am to 12pm tomorrow; Halloween Fancy Dress Party, Monday 4pm to 6pm (£2). Full details of everything that goes on at the cafe and garden at https://www.westraven.co.uk/

SPOOKY TOURSBurghley House until October 29Ghost expert Martin Tempest will take visitors on a guided tour through creepy cellars and centuries-old cloisters, taking in some of the less visited areas of Burghley House. Scary but fun. Booking online avaialable at https://www.burghley.co.uk/

BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICALNew Theatre, until SaturdayA new production of the award-winning West End and Broadway show, that tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit song-writing team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Read the review Tickets at www.newtheatre-peterborough.com

THE SENSATIONAL 60s EXPERIENCEThe Cresset, October 28This festival of nostalgia taking you back to the ‘60s features Mike Pender MBE (The Searchers), Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich, The Fortunes and Vanity Fare. Tickets from www.cresset.co.uk

Simon & Garfunkel Through The YearsThe Cresset, November 3An authentic sounding concert to the unforgettable music of Simon & Garfunkel featuring Dan Haynes and Pete Richards who have toured the globe extensively. Tickets from www.cresset.co.uk