News 22nd October 2025

October Half Term in Mid Devon — Your Guide to Family Fun

Half term is the perfect excuse to explore Mid Devon. The leaves are turning, the air’s getting crisp, and local attractions are bursting with autumn activities — from Halloween trails and creative crafts to historic fairs and family days out. Whether you’re after a cosy museum visit, a spooky adventure, or a good old-fashioned countryside walk, there’s plenty to enjoy this October half term. Be sure to check each venue’s website for opening times and booking details before you travel.

Half Term Highlights Across Mid Devon

Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life – Halloween Half Term & Family Fright Night

25 October – 1 November 2025
Get ready for spooky fun at the museum this half term!

Join the Ghost Train – Fill your train carriage with passengers as you explore the galleries — can you find them all? (Included in normal admission.)
Halloween Craft – Drop in to make a colourful Halloween light catcher (£3 per child, or £2 for members, with a paying adult).
And don’t miss the museum’s Family Fright Night, where the ghosts of Tiverton’s past come out to play for an evening of eerie fun!

Coldharbour Mill – Steam & Scream (Sunday 26 October)

Step into history with a spooky twist! The mill’s mighty steam engines roar into life for this special Halloween event, complete with family activities, heritage displays and just the right touch of haunting fun.

Grand Western Canal – Wild Wednesday Spooktacular (Wednesday 29 October)

Have a spooktacular day out along the Grand Western Canal! Enjoy Halloween and autumn-themed crafts, then follow the spooky pumpkin trail.

Quince Honey Farm – Pumpkin Patch & Apple & Honey Harvest (27–30 October)

Pick your own pumpkin for free (pay per pumpkin) and then head into the main attraction to celebrate the Apple & Honey Harvest. Enjoy daily apple pressing, honey extraction demos and tastings, plus all the usual indoor and outdoor play.

Bampton Charter Fair (Thursday 30 October)

Step back in time at one of Devon’s oldest fairs! Dating to the 13th century, Bampton Charter Fair fills the town with music, stalls and family fun. This year’s headline act, Pedal Power vs Parkour, brings an exciting mix of cycling stunts and parkour tricks to Newton Square. Expect children’s entertainment from Piano Bike Girl, Punch & Judy shows, Marvellous Eventures’ wizarding antics, live music, fairground rides and plenty of local stalls.
For full details, visit the Bampton Charter Fair website or Facebook page.

Knightshayes Court – Autumn Adventures

Explore the gothic mansion and its stunning autumn gardens. The National Trust’s seasonal family trail will keep little explorers busy while adults enjoy the colour and crisp air.

Killerton – Orchard Month & Autumn Trail

Celebrate Orchard Month with autumn-themed activities across the estate. Follow the family trail through parkland bursting with colour, then warm up with a seasonal treat from the café.

Creative Indoor Fun – Happy Glaze Pottery & Paint Pots of Devon

When the weather turns, head indoors to paint your own pottery creations. These friendly studios offer sessions for all ages — perfect for a creative half-term day.

Outdoor Escapes – Canal Walks & Forest Adventures

Wrap up warm and enjoy Mid Devon’s great outdoors. Wander the Grand Western Canal Country Park, take a woodland stroll at Eggesford Forest, or simply hunt for conkers on a local trail.

Don’t Forget the Pumpkins!

Pumpkin picking is a must-do this season — from farm fields to market stalls, there are plenty of ways to find your perfect pumpkin. Check out our full Pumpkin Picking in Mid Devon blog for all the best spots.

Whether you’re exploring spooky museums, crafting by the canal, picking pumpkins, or soaking up the autumn colours, Mid Devon is packed with ways to make half term memorable. There’s something for every family, every budget and every kind of weather — so wrap up warm, grab your wellies and discover the magic of Mid Devon this October.

For more events please see our calendar.

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