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October half term breaks in Cornwall

Stays between 16th and 31st October 2026

From £180 per Signature Family Room based on two adults and one child sharing

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Looking for an October half term break in Cornwall? Discover Budock Vean Hotel & Spa and enjoy family-friendly accommodation, adventures on the Helford River and time together in the great outdoors. From kayaking, paddleboarding and boat trips, to scenic walks leading to much-loved family attractions nearby, there’s plenty to explore from our riverside hotel near Falmouth.

With full use of our leisure facilities included in your stay, dip into the indoor swimming pool, ease into the outdoor hot tub, and switch off in the sauna in the Natural Health Spa. Challenge each other on the all-weather tennis courts and enjoy half-price rounds on our 9-hole/18-tee golf course. After days of fun, settle into a spacious family room, self-catering lodge or holiday cottage with our range of accommodation options. With space to roam and time to reconnect, discover the hidden Helford and make lasting memories on a family hotel break in Cornwall this October half term.

What’s included

  • Your accommodation
  • Complimentary membership to Natural Health Spa
  • Full use of our leisure facilities, including indoor swimming pool, sauna, outdoor hot tub and tennis courts
  • Half-price golf on 9- or 18-hole rounds (weekday and weekend prices may vary)
  • 10% off spa treatments (pre-booking recommended)

October half term breaks FAQs

Explore the Helford River on kayaking, paddleboarding and boat trip excursions with Koru, departing from the private foreshore at Budock Vean Hotel & Spa until 31st October. Discover family-friendly attractions such as the nearby Trebah Garden and Glendurgen Garden, stroll the South West Coast Path, explore the maritime town of Falmouth, or head further afield to Cornwall’s many famous towns and beauty spots. Find more things to do nearby.

On site, enjoy a dip in the indoor swimming pool, play table tennis, and challenge each other to a few games on our all-weather tennis courts. As guests, adult and junior golfers can also enjoy half-price rounds on the 9-hole/18-tee golf course.

Budock Vean Hotel & Spa is located near Mawnan Smith on the Helford River, approximately 20 minutes from Falmouth on the south coast of Cornwall.

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