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what’s on this Easter in Dorset

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March 1, 2023 · 10 MIN READ

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

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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

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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

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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 – 1.30pm6pm – 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

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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

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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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Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat
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