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Things to do with the Family this October Half Term

1 September 2025

October half term could be a pleasant respite from school runs, homework and packed lunches or, you could find yourself struggling for affordable things to keep you and your family entertained! We’ve come up with a few ideas which may help. This being said, why not check out our special offers and join us for a October Half Term?

Spooky Silent Disco at Kents Cavern

This Halloween, head underground for a fang-tastic silent disco just for kids at Kents Cavern! Pop on your glowing headphones, choose your tunes, and dance through our ancient caves. FIND OUT MORE

The Abbey After Dark at Torre Abbey 

Torre Abbey’s gardens open after dark for a new, family-friendly Halloween event. From October 29 to November 1, step into a world of spooky trails, haunting illuminations, and interactive scares. FIND OUT MORE

Spooky Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village

27th – 31st October 2025 – Open 10.00am to last entry 6.00pm (Close by 8.00pm) – Booking not required.

Halloween comes to the Babbacombe Model Village as ghouls, ghosts and spooky scenes create havoc for our miniature residents. Enjoy all that the Model Village has to offer, including indoor attractions and crazy golf. Kids can also enjoy our Miniature Pumpkin Hunt – All successful young explorers will take home a small Halloween TREAT (only suitable for children aged 3 years+)

SPOOKILLUMINATIONS – October 29th, 30th & 31st: Open 10.00 to last entry 5.00pm. Lights on from dusk (4.30-5.00pm) until close at 7.00pm. Latest entry is 5.00pm. This is their famous illuminations with a Halloween twist. Kids can also enjoy their Miniature Pumpkin Hunt – All successful young explorers will take home their very own Halloween TREAT (only suitable for children aged 3 years+) FIND OUT MORE

Spooky Halloween at Bygones

Halloween is looming… Bygones always has some extra residents in October but don’t worry they aren’t THAT spooky! There will be Spooky Halloween Fun… watch out along the way as you never know who you might meet! Normal entry prices apply. FIND OUT MORE

If you’re looking to take a short break over the October Half Term, then head over to our website and take a look. FIND OUT MORE

Please check with individual attractions and event hosts as they may be subject to change. This information was correct at time of publication.


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