We've found the best activities for families this October half-term to celebrate the spookiest time of year.
The month of October sees the evenings drawing in and the temperature dropping. In the run up to Halloween, there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate with ghoulish events jumping out across Cornwall. Half-term runs from Saturday October 22nd to Sunday 30th which means many places are putting on family friendly events which everyone can enjoy.
Here are eight great ways to spend the week and enjoy the spooky season. You can also find the best places for pumpkin picking here.
Halloweden
The Eden Project, Bodelva, PL24 2SG
Fun for the whole family at this popular Cornish attraction, with activities including a puppet show and a twilight opening hours. On the 30th, they will be offering relaxed sessions so that those with additional needs, such as those with autism and sensory or communication needs, can enjoy the site at their own pace.
Scaryland
Dairyland, Tresillian Barton, Newquay, TR8 5AA
Alongside the full park and Bull Pen, Dairyland are putting on a great run of activities including pumpkin carving and arts and crafts. The park will be closing for a short period after this week so it's a good time to have some fun until they reopen for Christmas.
Halloweek
Camel Creek, Tredinnick, Wadebridge, PL27 7RA
Camel Creek have begun releasing information about their Halloween half-term, including the chance to explore the newly-refurbished House of Horrors. If previous years are anything to go by, this is not an event to be missed.
Fireworks Spectacular
Flambards, Helston, TR13 0QA
Spend the day enjoying the rides and attractions (some of which will be staying open late) and then take in an amazing firework display after night falls. This will only be taking place on the 26th so do get your tickets as soon as you can to avoid disappointment.
Heligan Halloween Devilish Dance Parties
The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Pentewan, St.Austell, PL26 6EN
If you and your family want to avoid fright night and instead want a frightfully fun experience, then book your tickets to a devilish dance party at Heligan.
Follow the candlelit path through the eerie twisting branches of the atmospheric Gardens, as you make your way to The Halloween Barn, where the devilish team (and one or two giant spiders) wait to welcome you into their haunt to join them for a party.
Spooktacular
Paradise Park, Hayle, TR27 4HB
As well as being able to enjoy the usual joys of Paradise Park (our favourite is feeding time with the Humboldt's Penguins), you'll have the additional fun of a Pumpkin Trail, and Mark's Ark will be there most days with some creepy critters.
Dennis and Gnasher Fun
Pendennis Castle, Falmouth TR11 4LP
Head to Pendennis Castle for a fantastical day out this Halloween half-term. Explore the grounds on a brand-new adventure trail inspired by the classic trouble-maker: Dennis the Menace. Watch out for extra monsters and storytellers around the castle too.
Halloween at Bodmin Jail
Bodmin, PL31 2NR
Cornwall’s spookiest experience has new delights to thrill this half-term. Enjoy a Go Darker Heritage Walk during the day or sign up for a Dead Days Tour in the evening. There will also be Victorian Séances to really get the frights going.
