10 Brilliant Outdoor Easter Events
This year, Easter Sunday lands on March 31st and there's a lot of egg-citing stuff happening in the build-up!
We've rounded up 10 egg-cellent Easter events around the UK. Read on to find out the best outdoor hotspots to enjoy with your children. Get cracking and book a fun day out together!
1) The Pesky Bunnies Easter Eggs-pedition at Bewilderwood, Norfolk
When: 28th March - 14th April
Not only will children get to meet the Easter bunny, but they’ll also get to search for the chocolate eggs hidden in the woods and win a prize. There’s also the opportunity to make their very own bunny ears!
2) Easter Springtime Surprise at Audley End Miniature Railway, Saffron Walden
When: 29 March to 14 April
Hop on board the miniature train and ride deep into the enchanted Audley End woodland to visit the Easter Bunny and the Farmyard Friends. Little ones will need to look out for colourful eggs and blooming flowers along the way. After your train ride, a life-sized Fairy will help you plant your own flowers! Then, follow the magic through the paths and follow the Easter Egg Hunt.
3) Live Lambing at Cotswold Farm Park, Cheltenham
When: 9th February - 14th April
Visit Cotswold Farm Park and meet the new Spring arrivals. You can also explore the wider farmland to soak up the views and head into the woods to build a den or watch the bees in their special observation hive. Then finish up at the outdoor play area and let your explorers enjoy the pedal tractors, the log assault course and the sandpits.
4) National Trust Easter Egg Hunts at various sites across the UK
When: various dates
Head to a National Trust site this Easter and join a fun Easter Egg Hunt – your explorers can complete the trail and collect a chocolate egg for their hard work!
5) The Giant Easter Egg Hunt at RHS Garden Wisley, Woking
When: 29th March - 14th April
Follow the trail around the garden and keep an eye out for the giant painted eggs. There’s also puzzles to solve and wildlife and plants to spot. After all that fun, there’s a free chocolate treat to claim at the end.
6) Easter Family Fun at Hever Castle, Edenbridge, Kent
When: 29th March - 14th April
Make some special memories at Hever Castle this Spring with an egg-cellent Dinosaur themed trail, craft activity and sand dig. Meet the dinosaur explorers as they wander around the grounds and round off your day with an animal themed face paint.
7) Easter Eggstravaganza at Walby Farm Park, Carlisle
When: 23rd March - 14th April
Head on down to Walby Farm Park this Easter for some fun on the farm – there’s baby lambs to meet, a daily Easter Egg Hunt and children can decorate their own chocolate treat in the Chocolatier’s Kitchen.
8) Easter Adventure Quest at Pendennis Castle, Cornwall
When: 23rd March - 14th April
Visit Pendennis Castle for a whole host of amazing events! Hunt for clues in the castle grounds, track down the Easter eggs and get rewarded with a tasty chocolate treat.
9) Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt at Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey
When: 23rd March - 14th April
Embark on a captivating adventure as you explore Henry VIII’s lush gardens, keeping your eyes peeled for elusive Lindt gold bunny statues peeking out from colourful daffodils or early buds from the Tulip Festival. Follow the trail and match the names of influential characters to the distinctive red ribbons adorning every adorable Lindt gold bunny statue.
10) Det-egg-tive Trail at Marwell Zoo, Winchester, Hampshire
When: 29th March - 14th April
Throughout the Easter break you can take part in the Det-egg-tive trail at Marwell Zoo, for wannabe sleuths to crack the case and help the Easter Bunny find the cheeky egg thief! Channel your inner inspector and work out who the stolen eggs belong to then enter your answer at the end for a chance to win 2 adult and 3 child memberships!