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October half-term activities at Cornwall’s top attractions

Posted in News by Eve Butler on 16th September 2025

Cornwall’s top tourist attractions will be offering plenty of family fun during the October half-term holidays, as visitor attractions across the county reveal the exciting activities they’ve lined up.

Whether you’re visiting Cornwall or live locally, there are plenty of ways to keep the kids entertained this October half-term. Families can dive into spooky puppet stories at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall, follow pumpkin trails at Healeys Cyder Farm, or join Zog and the Flying Doctors on a magical adventure at the Eden Project.

You can also enjoy tales of magic and myth at Trelissick, get up close with hands-on creepy-crawly encounters at Paradise Park, and explore spooky trails through the grounds of Wheal Martyn.

Here’s some of the best October family days out in Cornwall, running throughout the half-term holidays. Dates and opening times may vary, so visitors are advised to check attraction websites before visiting.

We’ll continue to update this page as more events are announced, so do keep checking back for the latest information.