A new spooky wonderland is coming to Torbay this half-term(Image: Pixabay)

Exciting new spooky adventures announced in Devon

The kids will love this

by · DevonLive

Get ready for a hauntingly good time as the English Riviera transforms into a hub of excitement and adventure with a range of half-term and Halloween activities for families and visitors of all ages ranging from spine-tingling adventures to murder mysteries.

At Occombe Farm visitors can join the ‘fangtastic’ children’s Halloween discos, hosted by DJ entertainer Richard’s Time Machine or go to events that promise a night filled with spooky excitement and activities to delight every little ghoul and goblin. There will be ghostly dance tunes, ghoulish party games and spooky storytelling too.

Halloween comes to the Babbacombe Model Village as ghouls, ghosts and spooky scenes create havoc for miniature residents. Children can also enjoy a miniature pumpkin hunt with all successful young explorers taking home a Halloween treat.

There’s a chill in the air at Torre Abbey.

An eerie mist that descends after dark sets the scene for a spooky adventure along a truly terrifying Halloween trail, complete with illuminations and projections.

There will be Halloween-themed treats and games, with hot drinks and treats and a prize for everyone who completes the trail.

Venture underground at Kents Cavern, one of the most important prehistoric cave sites in Europe, for a special experience as the caverns are transformed into a haunted haven with eerie lighting and unexpected surprises around every corner. There’s even a child-friendly version,

At Bygones in Torquay wander back in time for spooky, activity sheet-based fun starting towards the end of Queen Victoria’s reign.

Visit the authentic life-size Victorian Street, see the blacksmith at work, smell the treats of the sweet shop and listen to the hustle and bustle of Victorian life.

There is also family-friendly half-term fun to be had across the bay with autumn walks to explore the English Riviera’s stunning landscapes against a backdrop of vibrant autumn colours.

Torquay’s Dinosaur World is a fun interactive indoor exhibition that brings dinosaurs and their worlds to life. There are a number of scaled and full-size models set in realistic scenes, excavation sites for uncovering fascinating fossils, a fun family quiz and many other interactive exhibits.

Paignton Zoo is hosting a series of special half-term activities including animal encounters, educational talks, and Halloween-themed events.

Join the fun at The Grand Hotel in Torquay for a Titanic Murder Mystery and and unravel the secrets of the most famous ship in history. Solve the crime with crewmates or the passengers and see what unfolds.