The leaves are turning brown, it’s crunchy underfoot, and a chill is settling in the air - autumn is upon us and, while many of us will be looking forward to slowing down, cosying up and planting their feet firmly in snuggly slippers, others will be raring to go and wanting to discover some of the local events and activities to get up to this autumn.Â
In Launceston
Launceston Farmers’ Markets, 5th & 21st October
Take advantage of lots of seasonal produce at the October farmers’ markets in the Square on the 5th and 21st October. From sweet treats for the little ones, to fresh veg to throw into your warming soups and stews, it’s the perfect opportunity to shop local and see what the traders have to offer this autumn.Â
The market will take place in the Market House Arcade on the 5th, and will take place in the Market House Arcade or the Square depending on the weather. Find them on Facebook for updates.Â
Halloween Poison in the Garden, 26th October
Join the creator of Poison in the Garden at Kelly House for a two hour tour, exploring over 50 dangerous plants around the grounds. Booking is essential. Visit https://kelly-house.co.uk/events/halloween-poison-tour/
Tre, Pol & Pen Halloween disco, 27th October
Get your kids to practice their best dance moves for the Halloween disco at Tre, Pol & Pen on Sunday 27th October, 5.30pm-7pm. There will be party games, spooky food and drinks, a fancy dress competition, trick or treat and lots more fun to be had. £5 per child, under 2s go free.Â
Halloween doughnut workshop, 30th October
A spooktacular doughnut workshop by The Flavour Junction is running in Edymead Hall on 30th October at 1.45pm. Every child receives four doughnuts to decorate, with supplies and inspiration provided to create some terrific treats. Spaces must be booked in advance. Call 07873475275 for more information, or find them on Facebook.
Halloween Trail, Halloween week
Launceston Chamber of Commerce’s annual Halloween Trail will take place across the town centre on the 30th, 31st October and 1st November.Â
Pumpkin Fest, weekends in October
Join the team at Strawberry Fields, Lifton, for their annual Pumpkin Fest, which is set to be bigger and better than ever for 2024. All the way up to Halloween, enjoy pumpkin picking in their very own pumpkin patch, live entertainment from Magic Martin, fun photo opportunities for a sneaky Instagram post, the mystery maize maze, delicious food and so much more. Book tickets here: https://strawberryfields.my.canva.site/pumpkin-fest
Elsewhere
Scarecrow Festival, St Anne’s Chapel, 5th-12th OctoberÂ
Pop along to St Anne’s Chapel during the week of the 5th to 12th October to judge and take part in the village’s Scarecrow Festival. Collect a map and scarecrow list from the Rifle Volunteer, then head off on the trail to discover all the fantastic entries.Â
There will be prizes for Best Scarecrow in the Village and runner up, plus Most Popular Scarecrow. The winners will be announced on 13th October on Your St Anne’s Chapel Facebook page.
Halloween at Cotehele House
Head to the historic Cotehele House for lots of spooktacular fun in the run-up to Halloween. From 24th October to 11th November, follow the trail around the gardens to discover the stories of Cotehele’s spooky scarecrows. From 29th October to 2nd November, take the little ones along to spooky storytime, performed by a scarecrow storyteller. For more information, visit https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/cotehele/events
Wizards and Witches at Bodmin Railway
Kids go free for the entire October half term week if they dress up as a witch or a wizard. Work through the spooky activity sheet and enjoy a frightful journey on the heritage train ride. Book tickets: https://bodminrailway.co.uk/halloween-october-half-term/
Creepy Crawly Halloween at Eden Project, 26th October - 3rd November
Get up close and personal with weird and wonderful creepy crawlies at Eden Project this October half term. The ‘Halloweden’ activities include minibeast shows, a mega-beast safari and a bug fair. For more information and to book tickets, visit https://www.edenproject.com/visit/whats-on/october-half-term-halloweden
Autumn at Lost Gardens of HeliganÂ
Explore the beautiful Lost Gardens of Heligan this autumn, with a harvest celebration between 19th October and 3rd November, a harvest supper on 25th October, Halloween activities and workshops over October half term, plus so much more. Visit https://www.heligan.com/events/events-at-heligan/?p=2
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