October Half Term

Find out what's on this October half-term in Exeter (25th October - 2nd November), from spooky Halloween goings-on to thrilling activities and attactions for the whole family. 

If the weather does decide to be typically British then we've also put together a handy wet weather guide to help keep the family entertained over the holidays.

What's on around Exeter

It's thrills for all ages as Crealy Theme Park's popular Spook-Fest returns over half term Alongside over 60 rides and attractions, scary additions this year include new rooms at Creakier Hotel, a new Buddy's Spook Maze, a new Bump In The Night: Magic Illusion Show.

A real family favourite, and completely unique experience, is a visit to Exeter's Underground Passages. Narrow, dark, interesting and exciting, these are the only passages of this kind open to the public in Britain! 

There are plenty of opportunities to explore the great outdoors this October half-term and discover a new part of our city that you haven’t visited yet. Exeter has been voted the ninth greenest city in the UK, meaning there are endless opportunities to go for a gentle stroll, feel the wind through your hair on a bike ride and visit picture-perfect parks and gardens that are ideal for picnics!

Exeter's location in the heart of Devon means that we’re only a short distance from glorious, sandy beaches and the beautiful Dartmoor National Park! Haldon Forest is just on the outskirts of our city, with cycling and walking trails accompanied by spectacular views along the way. For those with a head for heights and sense of adventure then Go Ape will have you swinging from the treetops. 

Exeter is a great choice for a family break this October half-term. What are you waiting for? Starting planning your trip and experience our wonderful city for yourself.