Breaks in Cornwall

21/10/2026

🎃 October Half-Term Fun in Cornwall!

24 October – 1 November 2026

With half-term just around the corner, here are 10 fun-filled activities to enjoy with the family across Cornwall. From spooky adventures and pumpkin picking to wildlife encounters and magical gardens, there's plenty to keep everyone entertained!

👻 1. Nautical Nasties – National Maritime Museum Cornwall, Falmouth
Enjoy spooky storytelling, sea monsters, peculiar puppets and a Halloween-themed museum trail.
📍 Discovery Quay, Falmouth, TR11 3QY

🎃 2. Halloweden – Eden Project
Discover the Freaky Fungi Trail, seasonal activities and plenty of Halloween fun for the whole family.
📍 Bodelva, Par, PL24 2SG

🎃 3. Pumpkin Fest – Camel Creek Adventure Park
Enjoy pumpkin picking, a spooky maize maze, Halloween entertainment and over 40 rides and attractions.
📍 Tredinnick, Wadebridge, PL27 7RA

🦉 4. Claws, Jaws & Roars – Paradise Park
Meet the Dino Rangers, discover fascinating wildlife facts and enjoy some prehistoric Halloween fun!
📍 Trelissick Road, Hayle, TR27 4HY

👀 5. Spooky Eye Spy Trail – Wheal Martyn
Explore the woodland grounds and search for mysterious eyes hidden along a spooky family trail.
📍 Carthew, St Austell, PL26 8XG

🦇 6. Halloween at Heligan – Lost Gardens of Heligan
Explore the gardens with seasonal storytelling, falconry and Halloween-themed adventures.
📍 Pentewan, St Austell, PL26 6EN

🏰 7. Great Pumpkin Party – Pendennis Castle
Head to the castle for Halloween games, storytelling and a family-friendly pumpkin trail.
📍 Castle Drive, Falmouth, TR11 4LP

🦉 8. Hal'owl'een – Screech Owl Sanctuary
Follow the Trick or Treat Trail, with special creepy-crawly talks and themed flying displays on Halloween.
📍 Goss Moor, St Columb, TR9 6HP

👻 9. Trick or Treat Trail – Bodmin Jail
Explore the historic jail and take part in a Halloween activity trail with a spooky twist.
📍 Berrycoombe Road, Bodmin, PL31 2NR

🌿 10. Kalan Gwav – Trelissick, near Truro
Discover Cornish folklore and seasonal stories as you explore the beautiful gardens and grounds.
📍 Feock, near Truro, TR3 6QL

Whether you're visiting Cornwall for half-term or enjoying a family day out closer to home, there's plenty of autumn fun waiting to be discovered! 🍂

Please check individual attraction websites for event dates, admission prices and booking requirements before travelling.

What's on your half-term adventure list?

13/10/2026

🎃 10 Things to Do in Cornwall This October Half Term! 🍂

Looking for some family fun this half term? From spooky Halloween adventures to magical autumn trails, there's plenty happening across Cornwall to keep the kids entertained!

Here are 10 ideas for a great family day out:

🎃 1. Eden Project, St Austell – Halloweden Halloween fun and activities.
📍 PL24 2SG

👻 2. Lost Gardens of Heligan, Pentewan – Spooky stories and Halloween adventures.
📍 PL26 6EN

🎃 3. Camel Creek, near Wadebridge – Pumpkin Fest, rides and family entertainment.
📍 PL27 7RA

🏰 4. Pendennis Castle, Falmouth – The Great Pumpkin Party.
📍 TR11 4NQ

🦜 5. Paradise Park, Hayle – Wildlife encounters and dinosaur-themed fun.
📍 TR27 4HB

🧙 6. Trelissick, near Truro – Cornish myths, legends and magical trails.
📍 TR3 6QL

🐻 7. Cotehele, near Saltash – We're Going on a Bear Hunt family trail.
📍 PL12 6TA

🍁 8. Trengwainton Garden, near Penzance – Autumn games and outdoor adventures.
📍 TR20 8RZ

✨ 9. Lanhydrock, Bodmin – Stranger Folk interactive adventure.
📍 PL30 5AD

🦉 10. Trerice, near Newquay – The Wyrm and the Witch Halloween activities.
📍 TR8 4PG

Whether you're visiting Cornwall or enjoying a half-term break closer to home, there's something for everyone!

🍂 Which one will you be visiting?

📌 Save this post for half-term inspiration!

NB: Please check individual attractions for event dates, admission prices and booking details before visiting.

09/10/2026

🌊 October by the sea at Watergate Bay

Fancy swapping the everyday for fresh sea air, coastal walks and a relaxing week beside one of Cornwall’s best-loved beaches?

Stay 24–31 October 2026 and choose from three of our Watergate Bay properties, with 7-night stays from just £502.

Beachcombers Apartments (no dogs)
• 1 Bedroom Apartment – from £502
• 1 Bedroom Sea View Apartment – from £544
• 2 Bedroom Apartment – from £628

Tregurrian Villas
• 2 Bedroom Villa (no dogs) – from £628
• 2 Bedroom Dog Friendly Villa 🐾 – from £679

Waves Apartments
• 1 Bedroom Dog Friendly Apartment 🐾 – from £612

With Watergate Bay beach on your doorstep, it’s a lovely time of year for windswept walks, good food and cosy evenings after a day exploring Cornwall. 🍂

Which would you choose – an apartment, a villa or that all-important sea view?

📅 24–31 October 2026
🌊 7 nights from £502

Book direct with Breaks in Cornwall for our best available prices.
☎ 01637 873274
🌐 https://bit.ly/BookOnlineBiC

06/10/2026

🦪 Falmouth Oyster Festival returns this week!

Celebrate the start of Cornwall’s traditional oyster dredging season with four days of fantastic food, live entertainment and plenty of Cornish flavour.

📅 8–11 October 2026
📍 Falmouth, Cornwall

A great excuse for an autumn trip to Falmouth – especially if you love fresh local seafood! 🌊

03/10/2026

Discover Cornwall this Autumn

01/10/2026

25/09/2026

🏡 Looking for somewhere to stay for a little longer this winter?

We have a selection of fully furnished one and two-bedroom holiday properties available for extended stays from November through to late March – ideal if you’re between house moves, renovating your home or working in Cornwall for an extended period.

1 bedroom from £55 per night
2 bedrooms from £60 per night

Rates are fully inclusive – no extra council tax, electricity or utility bills – and include bed linen and towels, changed weekly.

📍 Various locations including St Merryn, Watergate Bay, and Porth. Also Penpillick near Par where the facilities include an indoor heated pool.

Contact us on 01637 873274 or email [email protected].

24/09/2026

🍂 **Discover the magic of Cornwall in autumn**

As the summer crowds drift away, Cornwall reveals a quieter, more enchanting side. Golden autumn colours frame dramatic coastal paths, beaches feel wonderfully peaceful, and the crisp sea air makes it the perfect time to get outdoors and explore.

**Why visit Cornwall this autumn?**

🍁 Peaceful coastal walks with breathtaking views
🍁 Warm, welcoming pubs serving hearty seasonal dishes
🍁 Glorious sunsets and beautiful golden light
🍁 Cosy cafés, quiet beaches and hidden coves to discover
🍁 Local food, markets and plenty of Cornish charm

Autumn is a wonderful time to slow down, breathe in the fresh sea air and enjoy Cornwall at a more relaxed pace.

**Book direct for our best prices – guaranteed!**

🌐 https://bit.ly/3Di8sDS
☎ 01637 873274

08/09/2026

We can recommend this calendar. Fabulous photos. This guy has a real talent for drone photography.

Thank you so much for all the 2027 Calendar orders so far, unreal to sell over 50 in the first few days 🙏
I had to get a pic of it while at Holywell on Saturday 😉📸
Available to buy here : https://cornishdronephotography.co.uk/products/cornwall-calendar-2026?_pos=1&_psq=calen&_psid=ba658f1e0&_ss=e
Orders over £50 get free delivery

04/09/2026

🍂 EARLY AUTUMN BREAK AT WATERGATE BAY

Fancy a September escape to the Cornish coast? Enjoy 7 nights at Beachcombers Apartments, Watergate Bay, from just £580.

📅 19–26 September 2026

Stay just a short distance from Watergate Bay Beach, with local bars and restaurants close by – perfect for an early autumn getaway by the sea.

One Bedroom Apartment – from £580
Sleeps up to 4 adults
✓ Free Wi-Fi
✓ Reserved parking
✓ Bedding & towels
✓ Complimentary toiletries

♿ One Bedroom Disability Accessible Apartment – from £580
Sleeps up to 4 adults
✓ Ground floor
✓ Wet room
✓ Free Wi-Fi
✓ Reserved parking
✓ Bedding & towels
✓ Complimentary toiletries

Two Bedroom Sea View Apartment – from £783
Choose from:
• Sleeps up to 4 adults & 1 child
• Sleeps up to 6 adults

Both include:
✓ Sea views
✓ Free Wi-Fi
✓ Reserved parking
✓ Bedding & towels
✓ Complimentary toiletries

🍁 September is a lovely time to discover Watergate Bay – enjoy coastal walks, beach days and places to eat and drink right on your doorstep.

7 nights from only £580 – 19 to 26 September.

Availability is limited, so book your September escape while you can! 🌊💙

Book Direct with us for the best prices, guaranteed:
🌐 https://bit.ly/BeachcombersEarlyAutumn
☎ 01637873274