Kids will be taking the plunge this October half-term at the Maritime Museum in Falmouth, with a week of aquatic theme activities.

The fun starts with the Aquatic Art Supersized Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, with activities inspired by the classic poem The Rime of the Ancient Mariner.

As part of the ‘Big Draw 2013’ children will have the chance to work with art and design students from Falmouth University to build up a sketch book of different techniques .

From Saturday until November 3 the ‘Big Draw’ aquatic art activities continue, with Falmouth University students hosting a different workshop each day. Children will also get the chance to make their own porthole pictures, fantastic fish masks and under-the-sea stained glass windows, while on Tuesday and Thursday Douglas Dapper, the Story Explorer will be back for another wet and wild adventure.

And with Halloween in mind, don’t miss the Maritime Museum’s Trick or Treat Tour on October 31 from 6.30pm. Suitable for children aged five and up, spooky shenanigans are guaranteed making monster masks, bloodcurdling badges and trick or treat baskets before setting off on a torch lit tour to discover the ghosts and ghouls hidden in the Museum’s galleries.

Tickets are just £5.95 per person but places are limited so please book in advance on 01326 214546.

All the other activities at the Maritime Museum are free with entrance. See www.nmmc.co.uk or call 01326 313388.