what’s on this Easter in Dorset
- holidays
- seasons
Whether you are planning a holiday or you’re living in Dorset, this list of Easter events will be useful for you.
You want to make sure you and the kids have fun and make amazing memories this Easter, so we’ve done the hard work for you by researching and putting together this list. You can just use this to look back on and see if any events fit into your plans and take your fancy this spring.
find out about our Dorset resorts:
Easter at Farmer Palmers
where?Farmer Palmers Farm Park Ltd, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6EU
when? 5th April – 12th April 2023
time? 9.30am – 5pm
how much? general admission plus £2
other info:
- Tractor rides to help save the Easter bunny cost £2pp
- 7th-10th April Easter egg hunts at 2.30pm
- Search for mini chocolate eggs in the egg-hunting field
Easter Adventures at Corfe Castle
where? Corfe Castle, East Street, BH20 5DR
when? 1st – 16th April 2023
time? 10am – 4pm
how much? general admission plus £3 per child
other info:
- Once you receive your trail map you can start
- Locate and complete the dragon’s activities
- Receive a chocolate egg at the end
Swannery Easter Spotter’s Trail
where? Abbotsbury Swannery, New Barn Road, Weymouth, DT3 4JG
when? 1st April – 16th April 2023
time? 10am – 5pm
how much? adults £12.50, children £6.50
other info:
- All the swans will be busy laying their eggs
- Enjoy the trail around the Swannery to see them
- Perfect Easter holidays day out
Dorchester Easter Wreath Making Workshop
where? The King’s Arms, 30 High East Street, Dorchester, DT1 1HF
when? 31st March – 1st April 2023
time? 10.30am – 1.30pm, 6pm – 9pm
how much? from £55
other info:
- 3 hour workshop where you will create a wreath
- Learn all the tips and tricks for your Easter wreath
- All the materials are included and a glass of fizz
Lyme Regis Easter Bonnet Parade
where? Lyme Regis Baptist Church, Broad Street, LYME REGIS, Dorset, DT7 3QD
when? 9th April 2023
time? from 2pm
how much? Free
other info:
- Come and watch or create your own
- Judging is at 2pm and parade starts at 3pm
- Collection buckets and all proceeds go to local good causes
Easter at The Tank Museum
where? The Tank Museum, Nr. Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6JG
when? 1st April – 16th April 2023
time? 9.30am – 5pm
how much? adults £19, children £10.50
other info:
- Live tank displays on weekdays
- Free trails and activities
- Ride around in a tracked vehicle
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