Things To Do In The Easter Holidays

Get ready for an epic new adventure on the Thames this Easter, as Thames Rockets, the UK’s No.1 Outdoor Tourist Attraction and World’s No.8 (TripAdvisor), launches its biggest, fastest, and most fuel-efficient speedboat yet – only available from April.

Introducing Rocket Rebel – a first-of-its-kind British flagship sightseeing boat designed for thrill-seekers, families, and group adventures. With double the capacity of its existing fleet (seating 26 instead of 12), it’s perfect for family outings, larger group bookings, and private hires, including corporate events, stag & hen parties, and even kids’ pirate adventures!

Built for speed and sustainability, Rocket Rebel features a lightweight aluminium design and eco-friendly twin jet-propelled engines, making it the most environmentally efficient commercial speedboat on the Thames – and in the UK!

Expect high-speed thrills (up to 30 knots!), jaw-dropping views of London’s iconic landmarks, and plenty of “history with humour” as the city’s best comedic performers take you on an unforgettable sightseeing journey.

Hop into an action-packed Easter on the 19th of April at Haydock Park with our Easter Family Raceday! This Best of British Sports Day-themed family-friendly event promises the perfect mix of thrilling racing and nostalgic British sports fun.

Step back into the fun of a classic British sports day with fun games, face painting, and activities for your little ones, all while you can cheer on top-class racing action on the track in a lively, festive atmosphere.

It’s the perfect Easter holiday activity for all the family, with free entertainment for children, food and drink, and classic British sports day activities.

Psst…under 18s race for free!

Easter is just around the corner, and the Britsh Motor Museum has got a basket full of exciting activities for a week of family fun!

Put your code-cracking skills to the test with their Family Trail, leading you on a puzzling adventure around the Museum. Then, get creative in the Learning Space, where you can design and decorate your own car in a fun Easter-themed craft activity. For something truly unique, join one of their lively guided tours! Meet Maggie Dwyer the Car Buyer or Barry Wheeler the Car Dealer and see if you have what it takes to buy or sell a car like a pro!

And don’t miss out on the Easter Weekend fun (11–14 April)! Hop around the Museum on a classic Easter Egg Hunt, searching for hidden treats among our incredible collection of cars. Best of all, all these activities are included with your admission, making for a brilliant value family day out!

Join the biggest egg hunt in the borders, with a whopping 5,000 mini eggs hidden around in the Traquair Maze!

Did you know it’s the largest maze in Scotland?! There will be two easter egg hunts, one for under 10’s in the afternoon and an under 5’s egg scramble in the Old Walled Garden!

There will also be family workshops and creative activities for children to get stuck into in the garden. Don’t forget that Traquair House is a brilliant attraction to visit, especially for families!

Hop along to Dobbies bright and early for a lovely breakfast with the Easter Bunny!

Follow the footprints to find the Easter Bunny in the wildflower meadow, get stuck into some egg-cellent games and paint your very own wildflower meadow!

Before tucking into a delicious brekkie (adults have one, too!),

Have you ever heard of something so sweet?! Well, indulge in this FIVE-day chocolate festival in none other than York!

You’ll get to sample family-favourite sweet treats and even chocolate goodness made by the very best local traders, bakers and chefs. While learning about the history of chocolate. There will be plenty of chocolate activities, as well as a chocolate festival taste trail!

Don’t forget to pop into the festival cafe bar!

If you know anyone who’s a chocolate lover, this will be their idea of heaven.

Families, listen up! Get egg-cited with an Easter event like no other!

Spring is the air which means Piglets Adventure Farm’s Easter Egg-stravanganza is back! Be prepared for non-stop egg-citement and entertainment for everyone!

So, what’s in their egg basket? 

Experience the magic of lambing throughout the Easter Holidays, with 20 mummy ewes expecting the pitter-patter of tiny hooves in their undercover
lambing tent. See if you can spot the signs of a new lamb on its way and have a go at bottle-feeding their adorable lambs!

Are you egg-splorers at the ready? It’s time to take part in the famous ‘Great Easter Egg Hunt’ as you find eggs hidden in giant chicks around the farm! Psst…if you bring back the goodies, you’ll receive an egg-stra special treat – plus they’ve got a challenge for both under and over 7’s!

Warmer weather brings the re-opening of their Beach! Splash through rock pools, feel sand between your toes & explore interactive water play. Make the most of your visit by hiring a Beach Hut for the day.

Complete your day out with outdoor adventures, like the Pink Barrel Train Rides and hop aboard the Tractor Trailer Ride to discover even more fun in their Indoor Play Barn!

Hold onto your hats because they’re about to be blown away! Embark on a quirky easter egg hunt as you discover GIANT easter eggs that are so colourful and bright it’s like they came from outer space!

Once you’ve found all the eggs, you’ll be rewarded with a free chocolate treat!  There are also plenty of easter and spring craft workshops you and the kiddies can get involved in. From bunny masks, rabbit envelopes, and sensory workshops to lots more creative crafts!

It’s the perfect family event for those with young kids who love things all bright and colourful!

This Easter, Cadbury World is bringing families a chocolate-filled adventure with Mr Cadbury’s Parrot’s Easter Extravaganza! Join the live stage show where Mr Cadbury’s Parrot and friends will entertain with fun-filled songs, laughter, and plenty of Easter surprises!

Alongside the interactive performance, visitors can explore Cadbury World’s chocolatey attractions, take part in Easter activities, and even enjoy a chocolate treat or two. It’s the perfect family-friendly day out, filled with sweet fun, exciting entertainment, and lots of Easter magic!

This spring, welcome spectacular activities and fun days ahead at Hatton Adventure World!

The farm will be welcoming new babies, from piglets and lambs to chicks and goat kids. But that’s not all; you’ll find an adventure from an Easter egg trail and Easter egg hunts to a tractor safari, family magic show, baby animal chats and watching sheep race!

April is set to have an egg-stra special Easter packed for family fun! Meet the Easter bunny, engage in fun activities and enjoy your Easter celebrations.

Hop along to Blenheim Palace for an Easter eggstravaganza trail where they’ll be on the hunt for a chocolate treat! The whole family can also enjoy a variety of egg-citing activities like balloon modelling, bubble performances, bungee trampolines and a vintage variety show!

But that’s not all, you’ll be in for a special treat where you can meet the one and only Easter bunny! It’s the perfect way to kick off your Easter celebrations – especially when the sun is shining and spring is in full bloom!

Don’t forget to enjoy the carousel and zooming rollercoaster!

This Easter, it’s time to get EGG-cited for Chessington’s Easter Holidays! Whether you visit during the weekends running up to Easter or during the school holidays itself – it’ll be one for the memory books.

First, you should get up and moving as you hunt and find GIANT decorated Easter eggs with the Activity Trail! They’ll be dotted around the theme park, so make sure to keep your eyes peeled! Psst…we heard there’s some Cadbury goodies for those who complete the Activity Trail!

Once you’ve had all sorts of egg-citement, you can meet Bonnie the Easter Bunny and hop to the Easter show! Think pastel colours, Easter bunnies and bright, happy faces! There will be meets and greets too, as well as photo opportunities and egg-straordinary Easter shows!

Don’t forget the brilliant theme park, Chessington World of Adventures Resort! There are over 40 rides and attractions to experience. From the adrenaline-pumping Vampire rollercoaster to the wild World of Jumanji, there’s a ride for every thrill level. For younger adventurers, the Adventure Tree carousel offers gentle thrills in a fantastically themed setting. And for those who are more daring, we suggest you take a spin on the Mamba Strike!

Plus, Chessington is home to over 1,000 animals, including lions, tigers, and giraffes. The ZUFARI: Ride into Africa! offers families the chance to see these majestic creatures up close, providing an educational experience that highlights the importance of conservation.

We can’t imagine a better day out than with Chessington World of Adventures Resort!

The famous Easter hunt is back!!

Head out on a hunt to find the golden Lindt bunny! With 60 acres to run amock in, you can discover the stories of those who lived and worked in Hampton Court Palace and about Henry VIII’s gardens!

You’ll need to find the Lindt gold bunny statues and match up the name of the palace character on the trail to the red ribbon on the statue at every location. You’ll uncover a new story each time – can you find them all?

Once you have, there may be a special sweet treat awaiting you…

Their annual Easter egg hunt event is back!

Join their resident White Bunny as he’s once again been a little cheeky and hidden all the eggs! You’ll need to embark on an Easter egg hunt to find all the hidden eggs around the railway. All hunters will receive a special prize too!

Head on out a quest to find clues and riddles to figure out as you explore the Jungle and its Easter trail! You’ll find forest fairies and elves that bring magic to life as you dive deeper into this immersive event.

At the end of the trail, you’ll meet the Easter Bunny and receive your Easter eggs!

You can also meet some friendly creatures like lambs, chickens and so many more. Don’t forget to enjoy some tasty treats like hot dogs and toasted marshmallows!!

It’s the perfect thing to do in the Easter holidays!