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October Half Term

Wondering what you can do to keep the kids entertained this October half-term? From Halloween fun to crafternoons, take your pick from Autumnal events taking place across the English Riviera, Devon.

Spooky Halloween activities in Torquay

Visitor attractions across Torbay go all out to put the treat into Halloween. You’ll find ghoulish trails at Cockington Court, Babbacombe Model Village, Torre Abbey, and Occombe Farm. Find out more about some scary wild creatures at Living Coasts in Torquay and Paignton Zoo. Or the kids can dance the night away at the Halloween party and disco at The Riviera Centre in Torquay.

For older children and adults who like to get into the Halloween spirit, book yourself on the Halloween Ghost Tour at Kents Cavern, Torquay. Beware though. It comes with a minimum age guide of 8 years old because you never know what is going to appear in the dimly lit caves! For those who prefer a bit more fun and bit less fiendishness, there are also lots of other Halloween activities in the caves including a family-friendly joke trail.

Half-term activities to get the children outside

The National Trust organise extra October half-term activities for the children at Coleton Fishacre and Greenway. Themed around the season, enjoy special autumn-themed trails and ranger-led activities, such as bush craft, to help your child explore the nature around them.

Enjoy a crafternoon in Torquay

Keep little fingers busy with craft activities. You’ll find craft-making events taking place during the October half-term at venues like Occombe Farm, Torre Abbey, and Cockington Court. At the end of the day, you’ll also have something special to take home and remind you of the happy memories of your holiday.

What’s on indoors?

If you need to take shelter from the weather, why not book tickets to see a show at the Princess Theatre in Torquay? There’s a varied programme of music, theatrical performance, dance, and comedy throughout the year. Or spend a morning at Torquay Museum. You’ll find special events and activities, such as story-telling, organised during the half-term break.

Exploring the beaches of Torbay during October half-term

The unique microclimate means it’s usually warmer and brighter in Torbay than some other parts of the country. That means it can still sometimes be warm enough for an afternoon on the beach during the October half-term holidays.

Even if it’s not the right weather for sandcastles and splashing in the waves, there are still things to do at the beach. Put on your wellies and join the Seashore Centre on a rock pool ramble. Meeting at Goodrington Sands, Paignton, you’ll be guided through the fascinating under water world of the rock pools. Expect to find out all about crabs, shells, starfish, prawns and sea anemones.

For wildlife lovers who are keen to find out about more exotic species, head over to Paignton Zoo or Living Coasts in Torquay. They both offer a packed programme of October half-term events, including special talks and meet the animals sessions.

What's on in Torbay this October half term?

The list of what’s on in October half-term is constantly being updated. Check out our ideas below and come back to discover even more things to do during your holiday.

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Dinosaur World's - Dinosaur Halloween Horrors

Torquay

Dinosaur Half Term Halloween Horrors
19th – 31st October 2019
During half term discover the Halloween Horrors that have invaded Torquay’s Dinosaur World. Save the dinosaurs from the ghastly ghosts and ghouls and complete the Halloween Horrors…

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Torquay's Dinosaur World, Torquay

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19 Oct 2019to31 Oct 2019
Events at Brixham Battery Heritage Centre

BRIXHAM

During the year, Along with our normal opening hours,
The battery organise open days at the site
Our main open days being... Easter Monday, V E Day, D Day and V J Day (always check our calendar, as we try to open the nearest Sunday to…

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Battery Gardens Museum, Brixham

Brixham Battery Heritage Group, Brixham

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From:
20 Oct 2019
Workshops - Torre Abbey

Torquay

Come and join us for a Teddy Bears Picnic, we will be playing our favourite games and bringing our teddy bears to life with lots of fun and imaginative play.
This workshop hosted by Doorstep Arts is a fun opportunity for all our young groups to…

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Torre Abbey, Torquay

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From:
20 Oct 2019
Car Boot Sales

Newton Abbot

What better way to spend a Sunday morning than at a car boot sale at Newton Abbot Racecourse?
Whether you are buying or selling our car boot sales are not to be missed.
Gates open at 7am for both buyers and sellers. End times are subject to change…

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From:
20 Oct 2019Open 07:00 - 12:00
Cockington Halloween and Day of the Dead Festival

Torquay

Cockington Halloween and Day of the Dead Festival

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Cockington Court Craft Centre, Torquay

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From:

21 Oct 2019to3 Nov 2019
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Torquay

With additional new choreography from Gary Lloyd (Thriller Live, Heathers), Bill Kenwright’s ’Superb’, ‘Wonderful’ and ‘Brilliant’ production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical is brought to life in a colourful explosion…

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Princess Theatre Torquay, Torquay

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From:

22 Oct 2019to26 Oct 2019
BOADS present 'South Pacific'

Brixham

South Pacific - composed by Richard Rodgers, with lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and book by Hammerstein and Joshua Logan. The work premiered in 1949 on Broadway and was an immediate hit, running for 1,925 performances. The plot is based on James A.…

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Brixham Theatre, Brixham

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From:

23 Oct 2019to26 Oct 2019
Halloween Evenings of Mini Horrors

Torquay

The Happenings.....
There are Halloween scenes around the gardens all day, also a trail hunt for themed miniature characters (daylight only). However, the full spooky Halloween theme starts to come alive late afternoon.....
THE SPOOKY MAZE
Can you…

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Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay

A World of Miniature Marvels - Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay

Enchanting illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay

Torquay's Beautiful Gardens - Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay

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24 Oct 2019to31 Oct 2019
Torquay United Fixtures 2019/20

Plainmoor, Torquay

Torquay United was formed in 1899. Find all of the latest information on matches and fixtures here. Come on down to The English Riviera and follow your team against the 'Gulls.

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Torquay United Football Club, Torquay

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From:
26 Oct 2019
Pilgrim - Open Day

Brixham

Pilgrim is the oldest surviving trawler built and rigged in Brixham. Come aboard at the Town Pontoon and see how they did things in 1895, and explore Brixham's unique fishing and sailing heritage. We will show you round and let you decide if you…

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Brixham, Brixham

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From:
27 Oct 2019
Starburst

Torquay

2019 marks a special anniversary, here at the Babbacombe Theatre - the venue, originally a concert hall, opened its doors 80 years ago, in May 1939!
A special anniversary should be celebrated, and in epic proportion! The all new family, variety…

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Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

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From:

12 Feb 2019to23 Oct 2019Various Opening Times
Top Trumps Trail

Paignton

From Saturday 6th April throughout 2019, giant Top Trumps cards are landing at Paignton Zoo - just in time for the start of the Easter holidays!

THE TOP TRUMPS TRAIL:
The giant cards feature Paignton Zoo's very own amazing animals and will form a…

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From:

6 Apr 2019to31 Oct 2019Open 10:00 - 16:30
Wild Coastal Explorer Trail

Beacon Quay, Torquay

Release your inner wild explorer at Living Coasts!
From Saturday 6th April 2019 daily, kids can pick up a pair of binoculars and trail sheet* from the main entrance to go on a voyage of discovery!
Stop at out 'wild spotter stations' around Living…

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Living Coasts Torquay, Torquay

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From:

6 Apr 2019to31 Oct 2019Open 10:00 - 17:00
Brixham Art and Craft Market

Brixham

Brixham Art and Craft Market is held every Saturday from Easter to the end of October, under the Old Fish Market right on the harbour side in the centre of Brixham, transforming the beautiful harbour area into a shoppers' haven.

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From:

20 Apr 2019to26 Oct 2019Various Opening Times
Madagascar The Musical

Torquay

Based on the smash hit DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – The Musical follows all your favourite cracka-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the…

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Princess Theatre Torquay, Torquay

Dates

From:

16 Oct 2019to20 Oct 2019

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October Half Term

Spooky Halloween activities in Torquay

Half-term activities to get the children outside

Enjoy a crafternoon in Torquay

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