Activities & Days Out / 9 October, 2026 / Christina Walter

From Spooky Days Out To Halloween Getaways: 3 Things To Do This Half-Term

October half-term is the perfect excuse to embrace all things spooky. Whether your children love dressing up, doing Halloween-themed activities or simply making the most of a few days away from school, there are plenty of ways to make the half-term feel special.

If you’re still looking for something to do this Halloween, we’ve rounded up three family-friendly experiences that could make this half-term one to remember.

Get Into The Halloween Spirit At Gulliver’s Fright Fiesta

For a Halloween day out packed with rides, costumes and plenty of spooky fun, Gulliver’s Fright Fiesta is a great option.

Taking place from 10 October to 1 November 2026, Fright Fiesta brings a festival-style Halloween atmosphere to Gulliver’s, with music, colourful decorations, entertainment and friendly frights.

Children can dress up and join the spooky celebrations, with highlights including Gilly’s Spooky Dance Party, Monster Mansion Mine and character meet-and-greets. There’s also plenty of the park’s usual rides and attractions to enjoy throughout the day.

It’s a brilliant choice if your children want a Halloween experience without anything too scary. Tickets start from £19, with family-friendly Halloween fun at the heart of the event.

Find out more: Gulliver’s Fright Fiesta

Take A Spooky Sightseeing Tour Around London

Fancy doing something a little different this Halloween? Why not combine sightseeing with afternoon tea on a Halloween-themed bus tour through central London?

The 90-minute experience takes you past some of the capital’s most famous landmarks, including Big Ben, Tower Bridge and St Paul’s Cathedral, while you enjoy a traditional afternoon tea with a Halloween twist.

Expect finger sandwiches, wraps, cakes and spooky sweet treats, alongside unlimited tea or coffee. A glass of prosecco is included for adults, with a soft drink alternative available, and everyone gets a souvenir mug to take home.

Fancy dress is encouraged, while Halloween music adds to the atmosphere as you travel around the city.

Tours run from 24 to 31 October 2026, making this a fun option for families looking to add a little Halloween magic to a London day out.

Find out more: Halloween Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

Escape To Somerset For A HallowBrean Half-Term

If one day of Halloween fun isn’t enough, why not turn it into a whole family break?

HallowBrean at Unity Beach Holiday Park in Somerset offers three- or four-night self-catering stays for up to six people, with a choice of Silver or Gold caravans. The holiday park is just steps from Brean Beach, so there’s plenty to enjoy beyond the Halloween activities too.

During selected dates from 23 to 30 October, families can get involved with HallowBrean activities including pumpkin patches, pumpkin carving, spooky crafts, scavenger hunts, themed parties and shows.

There’s plenty to keep everyone entertained away from the Halloween programme too, including a splash waterpark, trampoline park, mini golf, soft play and other family-friendly facilities. Selected accommodation is also pet-friendly, making it an option for families who don’t want to leave their four-legged friend at home.

With the Somerset coast and Brean Beach right on the doorstep, it’s a great choice if you’re looking for a Halloween break with a little more time to relax, explore and enjoy some family time together.

Find out more: HallowBrean Half-Term Caravan Break

Make This Half-Term One To Remember

Whether you fancy a spooky day at a theme park, a Halloween twist on a classic London afternoon tea or a few nights away by the coast, there are plenty of ways to make the October half-term feel special.

So grab the costumes, pick your favourite and get ready for some family Halloween fun.

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