Discover St Ives This October: Half Term Holidays by the Sea

If you’re dreaming of a coastal escape this October half term, there’s nowhere quite like St Ives. With its golden beaches, dramatic autumn skies, and cosy charm, this Cornish haven is the perfect destination for a memorable family getaway and Cornish Riviera Holidays has just the place for you to stay.

🍂 Why Visit St Ives in October?

October is a magical time to explore Cornwall. Think crisp coastal walks along the South West Coast Path, quiet beaches perfect for shell-collecting, and breathtaking sunsets that light up the harbour. With fewer crowds but plenty of charm, autumn in St Ives is all about slowing down and soaking up the atmosphere.

🎨 A Half-Term Break to Suit You

Every holiday in St Ives is different and that’s exactly why families love it. From surfing lessons for the adventurous, to afternoons exploring galleries like Tate St Ives, to cosy hot chocolates in harbourfront cafés, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re planning windswept cliff-top walks or lazy days by the fire in your holiday cottage, October is the season for making special memories.

🎃 Half Term Fun for All Ages

Make your October half-term even more special with seasonal family activities:

• Pumpkin picking and carving at local farms

• Autumn nature trails along the coast, spotting migratory birds and seals

• Local harvest festivals with live music, food stalls, and crafts

• Halloween events for children, from spooky trails to costume parties

• Seaside adventures like rock pooling, beach fires, and kite flying

🏡 Handpicked Holiday Homes for Every Group

Cornish Riviera Holidays offers a wide selection of self-catering accommodation to suit every kind of stay. From spacious family homes with sea views to snug couples’ retreats just steps from the harbour, you’ll find the perfect base for your October adventure.

👉 Take a peek at what’s still available for October Half Term: View October Half Term Cottages

✨ Featured Properties:

• Gwel an Mor – Sleeps 4 | 2 bedrooms | 1 bathroom

• Lews Lookout – Sleeps 6 | 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms

• Flat 4, 10 Porthminster Terrace – Sleeps 4 | 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms

• Step N Sea – Sleeps 2 | 1 bedroom | 1 bathroom

• Penryn – Sleeps 2 | 1 bedroom | 1 bathroom

• 1 The Links – Sleeps 4 | 2 bedrooms | 1 bathroom

💸 Up to 15% Off Weekly Stays!

Many properties have discounts of up to 15% on weekly bookings and if you can’t get away for the whole week, short breaks are available at selected cottages.

So if your ideal October half-term holiday involves sea air, stunning scenery, seasonal family fun, and a cosy Cornish base to come home to, St Ives is calling. But don’t wait too long these cottages are filling fast!

👉 Check availability and book your October  Half Term getaway today.