October Half Term: Halloween Fun at the Russell-Cotes brings a week of family activities to one of Bournemouth’s best-loved museums. Running across the October half term, from 25 to 31 October 2026, it combines seasonal crafts, a spooky trail through the house and wreath decorating for children and parents to enjoy together.
What to expect
The programme leans into the season with Halloween-themed crafts, a spooky house trail that leads families through the museum, and wreath decorating to take home. Set within the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum — a striking Victorian villa perched above the seafront — the activities pair a bit of half-term fun with the atmosphere of a genuinely characterful building. Sessions and timings can vary across the week, so it is worth checking the venue’s official listing for the latest schedule.
Planning your visit
The Russell-Cotes sits on Bournemouth’s East Cliff, a short walk from the pier and the town centre, making it easy to fold into a wider day by the coast. For opening times, any admission or activity prices, and whether places need booking, check the museum’s official page before you set off, as details for half-term events can change closer to the dates.
Dates & times
- 25–31 October 2026