Easter Family Activities & Events 2024
Hooray, it’s nearly the holidays again! With Easter just around the corner, we’ve pulled together a listing of the goings on in the area that families can enjoy together. We’re adding more and more as and when things are announced, so do keep checking back. For camps and workshops that children can enjoy on their own, please visit our Easter Camps & Workshops guide!
We’ve also pulled together a selection of events that are going on further afield. It’s a slightly random selection, but based on recommendations from other local mums and dads – so if you know of a little gem outside the area, then please do let us know about it and we can add it in.
Details of all the Richmond Borough events can also be found in our What’s On guide..
Richmond Borough & Nearby
29th March – 1st April, 10.30am-3.30pm: Easter Adventure Quest at Chiswick House.
- Fun for all the family – join a cracking adventure quest! Answer the questions hidden around the gardens and find the hidden eggs, and you’ll be rewarded with a tasty chocolate treat (£2.00 per quest). Normal admission applies.
23rd March – 14th April, 10.00am-5.00pm: Easter Egg Hunt at Ham House.
- Follow in the footsteps of dynamic mother-daughter duo Catherine and Elizabeth Murray on an espionage-themed activity trail around the stunning gardens at Ham House. Travel back in time to the Civil War and collect clues at ten outdoor game stations to spell out a codeword which will help to save Ham House… and then claim your chocolate reward! (£3.00 per trail.) Refuel on delicious snacks, lunches, and drinks at the Orangery Café in the beautiful walled Kitchen Garden. Normal admission applies.
28th March to 2nd April, 12.00-11.00pm: Funfair on Hampton Court Green in East Molesey.
- This superb festival of fun has been open on Hampton Court Green, opposite the beautiful and historic Palace, for over 170 years. Lots of rides for the whole family to enjoy! £2.00 entry (free for under 3yrs) which must be paid contactless, plus cost of rides etc. Rides are half price on the 28th March / 2nd April.
23rd March – 14th April, 10.00am-5.30pm: Easter Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt at Hampton Court Palace.
- By popular demand, this much-loved event is back for even longer, so you have more opportunity to experience the magic with family and friends. Embark on a captivating adventure as you explore the iconic gardens of Hampton Court Palace and discover the remarkable individuals who left their mark on the historic masterpiece. Roam through Henry VIII’s lush gardens, keeping your eyes peeled for elusive Lindt gold bunny statues. Follow the trail and match the names of influential characters to the distinctive red ribbons adorning every adorable statue. Once you’ve found all the Lindt gold bunny statues, you will be rewarded with a delicious Lindt gold bunny 10g chocolate treat!. The Magic Garden is also open, and no trip is complete without a visit to the UK’s oldest surviving hedge maze in the palace gardens. Pre-booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. Normal admission applies.
- No special events listed at time of writing, but Hounslow Urban Farm is always a treat to visit with the little ones. Stroll around the pens with goats, pigs, donkeys, llamas, peacocks and owls, and you can even feed some of the animals. There are also animal encounters throughout the day, where you can meet and handle small mammals, reptiles and more. They usually put on some special activities during school holidays too. You can buy tickets at the farm or online.
29th March – 14th April, 10.00am – 6.00pm (10.30am on the 31st March): Bluey at Kew Gardens.
- The hit animated television series Bluey is coming to life at Kew Gardens this Easter! Bluey, the loveable Blue Heeler puppy, is joining Kew for interactive activities inspired by the show. Perfect for budding adventurers, Bluey is guaranteed to deliver laughter, discovery and lots of fun. Choose from a variety of fun outdoor activities and games, and learn about the plants and wildlife found at Kew and in Bluey’s native Australia along the way. Plus, there’s the chance to meet Bluey at the Gardens at intervals on each day throughout the event. Combining a celebration of nature and the joy of play with the adventures of a beloved TV character, this is the must-do family activity for the holidays. Normal admission applies.
London Museum Of Water And Steam (Brentford)
30th March – 14th April 10.00am-4.00pm: Easter Holidays at the London Museum Of Water & Steam in Brentford.
- Join the Museum for crafts and hands on fun, the iconic Splash Zone back in action, and an egg hunt! The egg hunt is £3 per child, hunts can be purchased on the front desk. Head through to museum and find the eggs on the Museum’s iconic water pumping engines to win a chocolatey surprise. Normal admission applies.
London Wetland Centre (Barnes)
29th March – 14th April, 10.00am-5.00pm: Bing’s Nature Explorers at the London Wetland Centre in Barnes.
- Learn all about wetland nature and wildlife with a little help from Bing and his friends – become a Nature Explorer with activity trails, storytelling, character appearances and much more. Follow Bing’s Nature Explorers trail to discover fun-filled challenges and amazing wildlife facts. Pick up a map at the start and collect your sticker once you’ve completed the trail. Enjoy a Bing story with an interactive storytelling session (daily throughout the school holidays – see the what’s on board for times). From 29th March – 5th April at 10.30am & 2.30pm, join Bing, Flop and one of the WWT team for a mini show where you can learn all about wildlife and wetlands. After each show there will be exciting character appearances where you will have the opportunity to meet Bing and Flop and snap a photo of your time together. Normal admission applies.
23rd March – 14th April, 10.00am-5.00pm: Easter Adventure Quest at Marble Hill Park in Twickenham.
- Join a cracking adventure quest at Marble Hill this Easter holiday. Hunt for clues in the grounds, track down the Easter eggs and get rewarded with a tasty chocolate treat. You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs £2.00 to take part. There’s no need to book, and you can pay when you arrive at the site. Normal admission applies (free).
27th March – 14th April, 10.00am-5.00pm: Easter Egg Hunt at Osterley Park.
- This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Osterley on an Easter trail. Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Experience the fun of the fair as you explore the gardens, with 10 Summer Fair themed activities. From hoopla to welly wanging there’s something for everyone to enjoy. £3.00 per trail, which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and chocolate egg. Normal admission applies.
29th March – 1st April, 10.30am-4.30pm: Bunnytime Fun at Syon House & Gardens in Isleworth.
- It’ll be a Hoppy Easter at Syon! During the Easter weekend, join them for family friendly fun. Look for clues in the House with an Easter Eggsploration activity (Good Friday to Easter Monday with a House ticket). Spot the Easter Bunny hopping around the lawn with their basket of treats (11.00am, 1.00pm & 3.00pm Easter Sunday and Easter Monday, with Garden ticket). Sit in Story Corner, and listen to some Easter ‘Tails’ (12.00pm & 2.00pm on Easter Sunday and Easter Monday, with a Garden ticket). Throughout the holidays, follow the clues in the gardens for the Eggciting Garden Trail! (Good Friday until Sunday 14th April, with a Garden ticket). Normal admission applies.
Further Afield
28th March – 14th April, 10.00am-5.30pm: Spring To Life at Battersea Park Children’s Zoo.
- This Easter, they’re celebrating the joy of Spring at Battersea Park Children’s Zoo. From egg-citing egg trails, to the cutest baby animals – they’ve got something for everyone to enjoy! The Det-egg-tive Trail will take you all around the zoo searching for clues to help you work out which Zoo animal laid each egg (£1.50 per trail). Join the search for the Golden Bunny for your chance to win the very first animal encounter the Zoo’s newest residents – the large hairy armadillos! Step inside the Rabbit’s Warren for egg-trxa special Easter themed games, arts & crafts (see website for dates and times). Plus there’s face painting (extra charge) and zoo keeper talks. Normal admission applies.
29th March – 14th April, 10.00am-5.30pm: Easter Eggstravaganza at Bockett’s Farm, Fetcham.
- Enjoy a magical family day out at Bocketts Farm, where they’re expecting lots of gorgeous baby lambs. Plus meet the Easter Bunny; complete the Easter Trail with chocolate treats; meet the Shepherd in daily sessions; get creative in Easter Craft Corner; enjoy live shows in the Easter garden; explore acres of indoor and outdoor play; hop on board the Tractor & Trailer Ride; take a pony ride;; and of course enjoy the famous pig race! Booking essential.
30th March – 12th April, 11.30am, 1.30pm & 3.30pm: The Easter Bunny Mystery at Chobham Adventure Farm.
- Where be the Easter Bunny? Has he been kidnapped by a pesky pirate? See Pirate Pete’s show to help find the clues and solve the mystery. Plus enjoy all the usual Farm attractions, with animals to see (including meet & greet sessions) and indoor and outdoor play including a sky trail, bouncy pillows, secret sandpit, biplane racing, and a donut slide. Booking recommended.
23rd March – 14th April, 10.00am-5.00pm: Easter Egg Hunt at Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher.
- This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure on an Easter bunny trail. Make your way along the trail and find bunny-inspired activities for the whole family. Prices are £3 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan and Free From chocolate egg. This bunny trail will engage all the senses with fun challenges that test your agility, your wits and your creativity. Normal admission applies.
29th & 30th March, 10.00am-12.00pm, 12.30-2.30pm & 3.00-5.00pm: Easter Eggvent at Crockford Bridge Farm, Addlestone.
- Join the Farm on Good Friday and Easter Saturday for a fun filled eggstravaganza, scavenger hunt and plenty of fun activities for the children to enjoy. Go in your Easter or Wonderland best to be in with a chance of winning a prize! Hunt for clues around Crockford’s Corner and claim your Sweet prize. Meet a bubbling Easter performer and join in the fun. Plant your own seed and decorate a fun Easter cup to take it home in. Navigate the Asparagoblins assault course with a wooden egg. Who can keep their egg on the spoon the longest and make it round in the fastest time? Also enjoy the Easter egg shy and hook-a-duck. Booking essential.
29th March – 14th April, 10.00am-6.00pm: Easter at London Zoo in Regents Park.
- Eggs are everywhere at Easter, but nothing quite like this! Celebrate the incredible egg-laying creatures at London Zoo including reptiles, birds, fish and butterflies, by taking part in the Zoonormous Egg Hunt! The free family trail will guide you around the Zoo where eggs of all sizes and colours are waiting to be discovered, while learning about egg-ceptional species along the way. Solve the clues at each checkpoint to crack the code, revealing the Golden Egg in a special, hidden location. Successful egg-splorers will be rewarded with a tasty treat! Along with Easter crafts and over 10,000 amazing animals, you’ll be all set for an egg-cellent day out! Normal admission applies.
29th March – 3rd April, 10.00am-4.00pm: Easter Egg Hunt at Morden Hall Park.
- This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure, exploring the sounds of nature at Morden Hall Park with an Easter trail. Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Prices are £3.00 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan and Free From chocolate egg. Entry is free and booking is not needed, and the Park also connects to Dean City Farm.
16th March – 14th April, 10.00am-4.00pm: Big Easter Egg Statue Trail at Painshill Park, Cobham.
- Giant eggs are waiting to be found in the Painshill landscape this Easter. Go along and see if you can find all the colourful characters. A trail sheet will be available to pick up at the entrance. You may wish to take a pencil if you would like to tick off the eggs as you find them in the landscape. The trail is free but normal admission applies and booking in advance is advisable for non-members.
25th March – 21st April, 10.00am-3.00pm: Easter Egg Hunt at Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham.
- Spring has sprung and Grizwald the Griffin has come to life. Grizwald is cooking up an Easter feast, but he’s never made one before, so he’ll need your help! Follow the interactive trail around the grounds, where there will be plenty of fun activities for all of the family. Once you help Grizwald prepare for an Easter feast, this friendly Griffin may even say thank you and reward you with an Easter treat. Prices are £3.00 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan and Free From chocolate egg. Normal admission applies.
29th March – 14th April 10.00am-6.00pm: Easter Egg Hunt at Wisley Gardens, Woking.
- Join the giant egg hunt this Easter at RHS Garden Wisley to win a chocolate prize and discover the garden in all its spring glory. Follow the garden trail and help the Easter Bunny find his friends who are playing hide and seek. As you explore, search for the giant eggs decorated with brand new competition-winning designs, and learn all about spring and what you can do at home for nature and wildlife. Once you’ve found all the eggs, you’ll be rewarded with a free chocolatey treat from NOMO. Plus visit the Clore Learning Centre for Easter craft activities and to plant your own seeds to take home and grow on. Craft activities and seed planting offered on alternate days. Normal admission applies.
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