October Half Term at Highlands End

Join us this October Half Term for a week packed with family fun, spooktacular entertainment, and great food on the coast! From meeting our friendly resident alpacas and making a splash in the heated pool, to Halloween parties, interactive games, live sports, and themed dining nights, there is plenty happening across Highlands End for both staying holiday guests and local visitors.

Browse our day-by-day timetable below to plan your week and secure your activity spots.

Everyday Fun: Soft Play, Foot Golf & Indoor Games

Looking for daily entertainment whatever the weather? We have plenty open every day throughout the half-term break:

Little Fire Station Soft Play (Open Daily, 9am – 6pm): The perfect indoor spot for under-6s to climb, slide, and burn off energy in a safe, themed play zone. Located in Martin’s Bar & Restaurant
Dorset Foot Golf (Open Daily, 10am – 3pm): Get the whole family outdoors for 9 or 18 holes of Foot Golf! Combining the fun of football with the precision of golf, set against scenic coastal backdrops.
Games & Entertainment at Martin’s Bar: Unwind with friendly competition! Challenge family and friends to a game on our Shuffleboard, test your aim on the Smart Darts, or rack up a frame on the Pool Tables.
Live TNT Sports: Catch all the major live football fixtures, European matches, and top autumn sporting action on our big screens at Martin’s Bar with a cold local pint in hand.

Weekly Schedule at a Glance

Saturday 24th October:
Pool Family Fun Sessions: 4pm – 5pm & 5pm – 6pm | £4.50* | Leisure Club (Guests & Members only; booking required)

Sunday 25th October
Roast on the Coast Carvery: Sittings at 12pm, 2pm & 4pm | Martin’s Bar (Open to all; table booking recommended)

Monday 26th October
Alpaca Meet & Greet: 10am – 10:30am | Free | Ages 3+ (Booking required; weather permitting)
Pool Family Fun Sessions: 4pm – 5pm & 5pm – 6pm | £4.50* | Leisure Club (Guests & Members only; booking required)
Preacher Spooky Story Time Party: 5pm – 7pm | Free | Martin’s Bar (All ages; open to all; no booking necessary)

Tuesday 27th October
Alpaca Meet & Greet: 10am – 10:30am | Free | Ages 3+ (Booking required; weather permitting)
Family Quiz: 3pm – 4pm | Free | Martin’s Bar (Ages 7+; open to all; no booking required)
Pool Family Fun Sessions: 4pm – 5pm & 5pm – 6pm | £4.50* | Leisure Club (Guests & Members only; booking required)
Curry Night: 4pm – 8:pm | Martin’s Bar (Open to all; table booking recommended)

Wednesday 28th October
Alpaca Meet & Greet: 10am – 10:30am | Free | Ages 3+ (Booking required; weather permitting)
Pool Family Fun Sessions: 4pm – 5pm & 5pm – 6pm | £4.50* | Leisure Club (Guests & Members only; booking required)
Pizza Night: 4pm – 8pm | Martin’s Bar (Open to all; table booking recommended)

Thursday 29th October
Alpaca Meet & Greet: 10am – 10:30am | Free | Ages 3+ (Booking required; weather permitting)
Pool Family Fun Sessions: 4pm – 5pm & 5pm – 6pm | £4.50* | Leisure Club (Guests & Members only; booking required)
Preacher Spooky Story Time Party: 5pm – 7pm | Free | Martin’s Bar (All ages; open to all; no booking necessary)

Friday 30th October
Alpaca Meet & Greet: 10am – 10:30am | Free | Ages 3+ (Booking required; weather permitting)
Pool Family Fun Sessions: 4pm – 5pm & 5pm – 6pm | £4.50* | Leisure Club (Guests & Members only; booking required)
Halloween Family Disco: 6pm – 9pm | Free | Martin’s Bar (Fancy dress encouraged; all ages; open to all; no booking necessary)

Important Visitor Information & How to Book

Book Activities: Spaces for our Alpaca Meet & Greets and Leisure Club Family Fun Sessions must be booked via the WDLH App or Leisure Club reception.
Martin’s Bar Table Bookings: While our evening entertainment and quizzes are free with no booking required, we strongly recommend reserving a table for dining (Curry Night, Pizza Night, and Sunday Carvery).
Pricing & Inclusions: *Prices and inclusions may vary depending on your accommodation type or Leisure Club membership tier.

All events are subject to availability and weather conditions.