October Half Term Fun

It’s October Half Term this week! It’s getting darker and colder, so what can we do to have some fun this half term?

We have the following suggestions to keep you active and enjoying autumn, with both indoor and outdoor activities. We’ve used our senses for inspiration as to what you might hear, see, smell, taste and touch:

Hear: Are there any fireworks or bonfire displays near you? The last weekend of half term is 1st and 2nd November so there might be some early displays before you head back to school/college. Some ideas of where to go: https://cornwall.muddystilettos.co.uk/things-to-do/whats-on/firework-nights-cornwall/

See: Have a look at this ‘Seasonal Spotter’s Guide: October’ from the Cornwall Wildlife Trust website for inspiration on what you might look out for on a nature walk: https://www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/seasonalspottersguide/october

Smell: Follow this ‘Autumnal Mulled Apple Juice’ recipe and savour the smell of those spices – cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, bay leaf, star anise: https://www.riverford.co.uk/recipes/mulled-apple-juice?srsltid=AfmBOooXBt6f9EeMOvZ9d6gtQ4u6Lq0bjQSv4hHGXTfVIlAlsb-ZIGIc

Taste: How about baking some Hallowe’en cookies ready for 31st: https://www.delish.com/holiday-recipes/halloween/g2981/halloween-cookies/

Touch: Have you purchased a pumpkin yet? What amazing pumpkin designs can you carve? For inspiration: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/easy-pumpkin-carving-ideas