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WHAT’S ON THIS OCTOBER HALF TERM

20th September 2024

Explore the fantastic beaches and beautiful moorlands, pick from a host of things to do in Cornwall for families this October half term.

HALLOWEDEN AT THE EDEN PROJECT

Things are getting creepy (crawly) this Halloween at the Eden Project. Explore the freaky and fascinating world of minibeasts this October half-term. Plus, the glittering ice rink is back! 

Eden Project - Halloweden

THE WICKEDLY WITCHY AFTERNOON BREW, HEADLAND HOTEL, NEWQUAY

Feast on wickedly wonderful cakes and terrifying treats. For the grown-ups, and anyone else who dares, there’ll be clotted cream scones, savoury autumnal sandwiches and tea to tipple.

Headland Hotel - The Wickedly Witchy Afternoon Brew

PUMPKIN PICKING AT TREVASKIS FARM

Visit Trevaskis Farm, set in 28 acres of beautiful countryside and have fun picking your own pumpkins.

Trevaskis Farm - Pumpkin Picking

BODMIN JAIL

Bodmin Jail is the ultimate scary spectacle!

This October, explore at your own pace as you uncover evidence from worldwide famous spooky sightings such as 'The Enfield Poltergeist' to Bodmin Jail itself and many others. Will you feel the chill of the spirits or dismiss it as mere folklore?

There is also a fireworks display on 31st October

Halloween at Bodmin Jail

HALLOWEEN AT PENDENNIS CASTLE

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Pendennis Castle this half term.

Listen as our storytellers share tall tales, ghostly encounters, and eerie folklore sure to send shivers down your spine!

Little adventurers will be bewitched by the Halloween Quest which will challenge them to solve clues as they explore the castle.

THE LOST GARDENS OF HELIGAN

The Autumn half term will see the return of outdoor family activities at Heligan that celebrate Harvest, with traditional Corn Dolly workshops where the skills and traditions of this ancient craft will be shared.

Duchy of Cornwall Nursery Pumpkin Trail

Pumpkin Trail - October half term

Saturday 26th - Sunday 3rd November

Bring family & friends to join in the spooky fun. Find the hidden pumpkins around the nursery. 

FREE - no need to book.

Check opening times on their website HERE.

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