October Half Term Breaks

October Half Term Breaks at Smytham Holiday Park

Enjoy an October Half Term Break in the UK

Whether you are looking for an October Half Term caravan break, feeling brave with some October camping or wanting to relax with an October lodge holiday, we have spooktacular autumnal fun for the whole family. Our Autumn trail has been supersized for 2026 with our Walled Garden transforming into The Pumpkin Patch!

New for 2026! Welcome to The Pumpkin Patch...

Our Walled Garden is undergoing an Autumnal transformation so that you can make the most of your Halloween holiday break.

From Spooky Slime* and Pumpkin Carving* Workshops, to a maze, photo opportunities and lawn games, there’s plenty to enjoy on your October Half Term Mini Break.

*Extra charge. Open to those staying on park and those in the local area.

New for 2026! - Welcome to The Pumpkin Patch
Spooky Slime Making Workshop

Spooky Slime Making Workshop

Join us in The Pumpkin Patch for our Spooky Slime Workshop!

All materials are provided along with a pot to take your slime home.

Wednesday 28th October 10:30am – 11:30am

Thursday 29th October 2:30pm – 3:30pm

£10 per child

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Pumpkin Carving Workshop

Visit us in The Pumpkin Patch to choose your pumpkin and carve your own pattern or face.

Price includes the pumpkin and tools for carving are provided.

Wednesday 28th October 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Thursday 29th October 10:30am - 11:30am

£10 per child

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Pumpkin Carving Workshop
Private Autumn Fire Pit for your October Half Term getaway

Missed your Summer Fire Pit?

Book our private Autumn Fire Pit for your October Half Term getaway...

  • Private fire pit area
  • Log seating
  • Atmospheric fairy lights
  • Logs
  • Matches
  • Marshmallows for roasting
  • Water bucket for fire safety

£20 per evening.

Photo Opportunities!

During October Half Term, Smytham is the perfect place to capture some spooky seasonal photos!

With Halloween decorations, Autumn colours and plenty of eerie touches around the park, families can enjoy taking fun photos and making some memorable holiday snaps.

From little witches and wizards to pumpkins and spooky scenes, there are lots of opportunities to create some fantastic Halloween-themed photos to remember your stay.

Spooky photo opportunities
Spooky Autumn Trail at Smytham Holiday Park

Autumn Trail

For those staying on park, our Autumn Trail will still be here. Find the clues around the park and return to us to collect your prize.

Follow our magical Halloween trail with plenty of autumnal surprises, spooky characters and fun challenges along the way.

It’s the perfect activity for families to enjoy together, with a little bit of Halloween magic, seasonal adventure and plenty of opportunities for smiles and photos.

If you are looking for October Half Term holidays ideas or UK Halloween breaks for your autumn camping trip then Smytham Holiday Park is the place for you, with fun for all ages. Enjoy your 2026 October Half Term Holidays!