Hello April! With daffodils, sunshine, and longer days, April promises plenty of great family fun! Plus, with outdoor attractions planning to open up now, there’s never been a better time to plan your days out. So without further ado, let’s have a look at some of the best things to do in April!
Things To Do in April
Pokémon Pop Up Centre
Pokémon trainers, rejoice! The pop-up Pokémon Centre has teleported into London, offering a treasure trove of Pokémon goodies and rare finds that’ll make your Pokéballs spin.
Dive into this Pikachu paradise for an electrifying adventure, snag exclusive merch, and maybe even bump into a Pokémon or two – it’s a fan’s dream come true, no Pokédex required!
Royal Victoria Dock,
1 Western Gateway,
London,
E16 1XL
4th - 7th April 2024
Free entry
Flambards, Cornwall
Hop onboard the Cyclocopters for some epic views, take a turn on the Classic Tea Cup Ride or the Traditional Carousel, and don’t miss the chance to spot some life-sized dinosaurs in the Dino Express, including a 5-metre tall Brachiosaurus!
Clodgey Ln,
Helston,
TR13 0QA
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
Adults (16 - 59) £21.95
Child (95cm - 15 yrs) £16.95
Birdland Park and Gardens
Journey back in time and see the life-like dinosaurs in the Jurrasic Jungle, plus if colourful and chatty birds are your thing, step into the Pandemonium of Parrots!
Rissington Rd,
Bourton-on-the-Water,
Cheltenham
GL54 2AY
Open daily from 10:00 - 16:00
Adult £12.95 (£11.95 Online)
Child £9.50 (£8.95 Online)
Harrogate Spring Flower Show
Set your eyes on bold and beautiful floral displays, purchase all sorts of flourishing flora for your garden and be amazed at the stunning garden features. Not to mention you can learn all the top tips and tricks on how to look after your garden, with the daily talks!
6, The Stables,
Newby Hall,
Ripon,
HG4 5AE
25th - 28th April 2024
Pre-book online from £22.00 per person
Visit A Farm
It’s lambing season, folks, and that means the fields are abuzz with the adorable baa-ing of baby sheep!
Kids have the woolly wonderful opportunity to meet these fluffy bundles of joy up close, making for an unbeatably cute and educational day out. So, grab your wellies, and let’s trot off to the farm for some baa-rilliant fun with the newest, cuddliest farmyard friends!
Admire the Royal Blooms of Hampton Court Palace
Spring is here! And do you know what that means? Beautiful tulips are blooming!
Dashing whites, regal reds, blushing pinks and butter yellows – tulips come in all colours. And boy, are they beautiful to witness. Especially in bundles and bunches, you’ll truly be taken aback!
The Tulip Festival is one of the UK’s biggest tulip displays, so it’s not one to miss.
Hampton Ct Way,
Molesey,
East Molesey,
KT8 9AU
8th - 29th April 2024
10:00 - 17:30
Included in entry price:
Adult from £27.20
Child from £13.60
Make A Splash At A Local Lido
As spring splashes in, make a splash of your own at the local lido, where the water’s as inviting as the blooming flowers on the shore!
It’s the perfect spot to dip your toes into the new season, soak up some gentle sun, and make a few waves with every laugh and dive. So, throw on your brightest swimwear and dive into the joy of spring at the lido, where every swim is a stroke of happiness!
Check out our list of some of the best Lidos and outdoor pools, we promise, it’s not that cold once you’re in!
Wander Through Bluebell Woods
You can’t have April without a carpet of bluebells!
So, why not head off into the woods on a sunny afternoon and start spring off the right way? There are plenty of woods that have beautiful bluebells. You can check out our list of some of the best places for a bluebell walk in the woods to see them in bloom.
Just try not to step on them!
Get Baking
If you’re loving the warmer weather, there’s no better way to celebrate the start of Spring than with a tasty lemon drizzle cake! It’s a light and refreshing bake that you can enjoy with some delicious double cream.
This recipe is great to do with the kids and really easy to follow and you get a really tasty cake at the end too!
Celebrate St George's Day
One for your calendars, St George’s Day is on the 23rd of April, and we’ve got the perfect paper plate dragon craft to celebrate. Simple and easy, this is a great craft for the kids to do, and it’s all using really simple supplies too!
You can also celebrate by delving into England’s rich history with tales of bravery, and indulge in a feast fit for a knight! You may even find a local event that is filled with fun, laughter, and perhaps even a dragon or two (inflatable ones, of course)!
The Bear Trail in Devon
Ready to get muddy? The Bear Trail in Devon is back, and muddier than ever!
Embark on a wildly fun adventure, where mud, laughs, and obstacles await at every turn! It’s the ultimate challenge for the brave and bold. Promising a day of slip-sliding, climbing, and splashing that’ll leave you grinning from ear to muddy ear.
The Bear Trail,
Westcott,
Cullompton,
EX15 1RZ
29th March to 14th April 2024
£10.95 per person
Have Fun In The Garden
Now that the weather’s getting warmer, why not have some fun in the sun in your garden?
From outdoor crafts, fun games to play, and even making a garden soup (Trust us, it’s definitely not edible!), we’ve rounded up over 50 awesome ways you can have fun in the garden.
You can also plant flowers in the soil – it’s the perfect time to seed and you can watch them grow over the summer. So, grab your gardening gloves and let the symphony of scents, colours, and buzzing bees rejuvenate your soul in the great outdoors!
Go Wild at the Zoo or Safari Park
Just in case you hadn’t heard, most zoos and safari parks across the UK are reopening this month. So it makes for the perfect family day out!
This spring, let your wild side out and prowl over to the zoo or safari park, where adventure awaits among the roars and squawks!
It’s the perfect time to monkey around with the animals, learn their fascinating tales, and catch the babies taking their first clumsy steps into the world. Pack your binoculars and snacks, because we’re off on a safari spree, exploring the animal kingdom in all its springtime glory!
Check out our list of some of the best zoos and safari parks to find the closest where you can meet all the animals. We’re sure they’ve missed seeing everyone over the last few months!
Enjoy A Thrilling Theme Park
This spring, catapult yourself into a whirlwind of excitement at the nearest theme park, where thrills bloom faster than the flowers! Strap in for scream-worthy roller coasters and magical merry-go-rounds. Don’t forget to indulge in candy floss clouds and sweet treats that promise an unforgettable day of laughter and adventure.
Grab A Bite To Eat At The Hello Kitty Cafe
Immerse yourself in a pastel paradise, sipping on purr-fectly crafted coffees and nibbling on treats that are almost too cute to eat. It’s a kawaii dream come true, so gather your friends for a day of Instagram-worthy moments and mouthwatering delights that’ll make your heart purr with joy!
38 High St,
Birmingham,
B4 7SL
So, now we’ve jam-packed you with the best things to do in April, we hope you have an awesome month! Hopefully, we can enjoy the warmer weather too, but if you’re still looking for some more ideas, check out some of our other blogs here:
Spring Days Out | New Rides and Attractions Opening| Dinosaur Days Out and Crafts
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