Zoo keepers in South Devon have created Halloween versions of the animals for which they care. Staff at Paignton Zoo Environmental Park carved pumpkins with faces inspired by some of the animals at the Zoo.
Nearby Riverford Organic Farms donated several huge pumpkins to the Zoo – a registered charity – so that the keepers could unleash their inner artists.
Mammal keeper Cindy Burton was among the Zoo staff who tackled the vegetables, carving an elephant and a red river hog. Bird keepers Paul Jaques and Chas Barr carved an owl on one of the Riverford pumpkins.
Pumpkin kits are on their way to local businesses as part of a competition to help raise funds for Children’s Hospice South West.
For the second year running, the Mercure Southgate Exeter is holding a pumpkin carving competition, inviting Exeter residents, businesses, hotel guests, spa and leisure club members to get creative for charity.
Hotel manager Fiona Darde said: “We’re looking for people to get creative and help raise money for Children’s Hospice South West. Last year we had a fantastic response, ranging from quirky and fun to truly inspiring and scary.
Prepare to be spooked at The Shops at Dartington between Monday 27th October and Saturday 1st November. To celebrate Halloween, The Shops at Dartington has a varied programme of themed events taking place throughout the week. Family favourite, Cosmo the Clown will be making an appearance and entertaining both young and old on the Tuesday and Friday. Whilst Dan the fire juggler will be wowing all with his unbelievable skills during his dramatic shows on the Saturday (12pm and 2pm). Children are also invited to visit The Shops at Dartington trick-or-treating, where a vast array of delicious...
There are plenty of opportunities to get out and about this half term and enjoy our outstanding East Devon countryside.
Birdwatching for children on Tuesday 28 October is a free event. An interest in nature is best encouraged at the earliest possible age – that is the firm belief of East Devon District Council’s Countryside team.
Experienced and knowledgeable birdwatcher Ian Waite has kindly agreed to lead this session, aided by the Education Rangers, to help children spot and identify birds at the Axe Estuary Wetlands near Seaton. There will be two sessions; 1.30-2.30pm...
Come and visit the Sanctuary after dark for some spooktastic Halloween fun!
Ghoulish ghost walks are bigger and better than ever this year, with four ticketed walks taking place at 5:15pm, 5:45pm, 6:15pm & 6:45pm. Tickets are £1 per person, and can be purchased from the Events Barn. There is a maximum number of 20 people per walk.
There will also be pumpkin carving, frightening face painting and other awful activities!
This evening event highlights some of the more unsavoury tales from Exeter’s history and is NOT suitable for children under 14 years of age.
Visitors must be aware of unlit spaces, narrow passages, uneven floors and strange goings-on.
Exeter’s famous Underground Passages are located in the city centre on Paris Street between the Next and Zara stores. Honiton Road and Sowton Park & Ride stops are located opposite the entrance. Alternatively use city centre car parking.
Normal admission prices apply. Child price applies to age 14-17
Plenty of ghostly goings on this October half term with freaky face painting, halloween activities, and a special Scoob-tastic show - will Angus, Scooby and the gang be able to unmask the baddie and save the day?
All this plus the regular attractions - walk a pygmy goat, bottle feed the lambs, feed the deer on the Deer Train Safari, watch the Hawkridge bird of prey flying display, cheer on your favourite ferret at International Ferret Racing - dare you miss it!
Calling all courageous explorers, the time has come to discover the Crealy Great Mystery! Seek and you shall find the legendary Land of the Witches, are you brave enough to meet a real…live…WITCH? There are horrid and ghastly surprises at every turn, be careful of what’s lurking in the shadows. Thrill your imagination and test your nerve as you challenge the Monsters, Goblins and Ghouls to a game of Trick or Treat …. We dare you!
Festive Fun is included in your admission fee.
Witches Grotto : 25 - 31 October from 10am - 4pm in Land of the Witches
Down at the Greenwood Centre this half term you’ll find Hagatha our resident witch who is making a brew for the grossest Yucky Dip in Devon ready for Escot Fright Nights.
Come along and help stir the cauldron if you can bear the smell! Get ready for Halloween and with help from our friendly witches and wizards, choose and carve your own pumpkin to take home with you.
It’s thrilling…It’s chilling...It’s scary...You’ll scream…It’s monsterously good fun...!
Booking and fancy dress is essential!
Campfires and scary tales, ghostly walks in the maze!
Toasted marshmallows, hot blood!, fun and games, grisly lucky dip and fancy dress prize giving!
Meet at Kiosk at 5.30pm - event finished at 8/ 8.30pm(ish).
Booking required. £7 per person (£6 for members). Children must be accompanied by an adult. Younger children may find the Friday night event more suitable as Saturday night is seriously scary! Not...
