There are sometimes so many things on during the Easter period it can be hard deciding what to do with family and friends.
So to make things easier for you we have done the research and put together a list of all the best Easter events in Norfolk this April. Then you can just read through our list below and make your decision on what you want to take part in. We also have an incredible resort in Norfolk which will be perfect if you are wanting to head over to this area for the Easter fun.
With Easter just around the corner we wanted to make sure you knew about some of the amazing events in Yorkshire.
We have done some research and put together a list of different Easter themed events around the Yorkshire area that are suited to families. Whether you live in Yorkshire or you are heading over for a staycation make sure you add one of these events into your Easter plans. We also have an amazing resort in Yorkshire that will make a great base to explore.
Whether you are from the area or are here on holiday make the most of the Easter period by adding one of these events into your stay.
It’s a great way to enjoy the Easter period and make some memories. Have a read through the list below and see which events take your fancy. If you are looking for somewhere to stay we also have some beautiful resorts on the Isle of Wight that will be the perfect base for exploring the area.
The Great Railway Easter Hunt
where? Isle of Wight Steam Railway, The Railway Station, HAVENSTREET, Isle of Wight, PO33 4DS
when? 15th-18th April 2022
time? 10am-5pm
how much? Adults £16.50, Children £8.25, Family Ticket £45
other Info:
Follow clues and explore the station hunting for Easter eggs
Fun & games around the station and prize at the end
Daily falconry flying displays between 11.40 and 1.40
Easter Activity Trail at the Needles Old Battery
where? The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay, TOTLAND, Isle of Wight, PO39 0JH
when? 11th-24th April 2022
time? 10.30am-5pm
how much? £3 on top of general admission prices
other Info:
Find trail points around the area
Complete different activities
Collect a chocolate egg at the end
Osborne Easter Adventure Quest
where? Osborne, York Avenue, EAST COWES, Isle of Wight, PO32 6JX
when? 2nd-24th April 2022
time? 10am-5pm
how much? £1.50 on top of general admission prices
other Info:
Explore the grounds and hunt for clues and challenges
Traditional Easter games like egg rolling and egg and spoon
Chocolate treat and certificate at the end
Easter Activity Trail at Bembridge Windmill
where? Bembridge Windmill, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, PO35 5SQ
when? 14th-17th April 2022
time? 10.30am-5pm
how much? £3 supplement per child
other Info:
Make your way around the Easter trails
Find nature inspired activities to complete
Collect a chocolate egg at the end
Carisbrooke Easter Adventure Quest
where? Carisbrooke Castle, Outskirts of Newport, Carisbrooke, Isle of Wight, PO30 1XY
when? 2nd-24th April 2022
time? 10am-5pm
how much? £1.50 on top of general admission prices
other Info:
Explore the castle and hunt for clues and challenges
Chocolate treat at the end
Discover other games like egg rolling and egg and spoon race
Easter Egg Hunt in Aid of Daisy Chains IW
where? Brading Roman Villa, Morton Old Road, Brading Isle of Wight, PO36 0PH
Keep everyone entertained and have some fun during the Easter period this year with one of these events in Warwickshire.
Get into the Easter spirit and create memories with loved ones with something a little bit different. We have done all the research for you and put together a list of some amazing Easter events in Warwickshire this year. And if you want to make it a staycation we have a stunning resort in Warwickshire which would make the perfect base for exploring.
Have fun this Easter with one of these amazing events in Oxfordshire around the Easter period.
Whether you are a family looking for ways to entertain the kids or you are a group of friends looking for some fun. This list has a range of different events that are crafty, fun and will make amazing memories this April. If you are wanting to spend some time in Oxfordshire we have our amazing The Springs Resort & Golf Club that you could book a break away at.
Make the most of the Easter period this year and enjoy some of these events in The Peak District throughout April.
Sometimes it can be hard finding things to do especially during the Easter period so we have done the research for you and put together the best Easter events in The Peak District this April. Have a read below and see which ones you want to include during your time in The Peak District. We also have a resort in The Peak District that will make the perfect base for exploring.
Easter Craft Fair at Tissington
where? Tissington Village Hall, Tissington, Ashbourne, DE6 1RA
when? 16th April
time? 10.30am-4.30pm
how much? Free
other Info:
Relaxed indoor shopping experience
11 stalls all offering something unique
All items are handmade
Easter Egg Hunt at The Kelstedge
where? Matlock Rd, Chesterfield, S45 0DX
when? 16th April 2022
time? 12am-4pm
how much? Free
other Info:
Collect map from the pub
Head around the village and collect clues
When you’ve finished head back and receive a prize
Make the most of Easter this year and take part in one of these amazing events in Cornwall.
Below you will be able to see some of the exciting events that are on across the Easter period this year in Cornwall. From egg hunts to Easter markets and everything in between. And if you are at one of our resorts in Cornwall this Easter some of these events will only be a short drive away for you.
Easter at Eden
where? Eden Project, Bodelva, Par, PL24 2SG
when? 9th-24th April 2022
time? 9.30am-6pm
how much? Most activities included in general admission price
other Info:
Collect an Easter activity pack
Enjoy adventures and games for the whole family
Hunt to find hidden keys to collect your Easter prize
Make the most of the Easter holidays and keep everyone in the family entertained with these events across North Wales.
Whether you are holidaying with us or own a holiday home at one of our resorts in North Wales we have put together a list of amazing events throughout the Easter period. Have a read below and see which ones you like the sound of and what you might add into your Easter weekend.
Easter Egg Hunt
where? Station Rd, Llanuwchllyn, Bala, LL23 7DD
when? 15th-18th April 2022
time? Various times throughout the day
how much? Normal train fare
other Info:
Easter egg hunt is included with your normal train ticket
Being in Britain means we can never be guaranteed sunshine all year round.
And although staycations are still as popular in 2022 as they were in 2021 it may still rain during your caravan holiday. But we are here to tell you that you can’t let a bit of rain stop you from having fun and making memories! There are so many fun rainy day activities that you can do on your caravan holiday. To make things easier for you we’ve put all our amazing ideas into a list below so hopefully you find one that suits your family.
make use of the facilities on-site
If you are at one of our Darwin Escapes resorts you will find a range of different facilities available to use that will be perfect for all the family. From indoor swimming pools to restaurants, outdoor splash areas and bowling. You will be able to stay entertained no matter what the weather is at our resorts and make memories that will last forever.
Here is a list of facilities you may find at our Darwin Escapes resorts:
Indoor swimming pools
Play parks
Outdoor splash areas
Bowling
Restaurants
Gyms
Spas
Go Active activities
have a movie day
If you do find it’s raining during your caravan holiday and you want to stay inside a great idea would be to have a movie day. Either make sure you have some snacks in or face the rain to stock up on some goodies then you’re good to go. Find all your favourite family films that will be perfect to watch during your movie day!
find some indoor attractions
No matter where in the UK you are for your caravan holiday you won’t be more than a short car journey away from some amazing indoor attractions. This could be anything from a trip to the cinema, an indoor play area, indoor shopping centre, museums etc. If you stay at one of our Darwin Escapes resorts you won’t be far from some fun indoor attractions for all the family.
play some games
The main thing you want to do when you are looking for ideas for rainy day activities for your caravan holiday is ensure that you are doing things that keep everyone entertained. Make sure your prepared for your holiday and take some games with you that you can play together.
Top 6 games to play as a family:
Monopoly
Cluedo
Game of Life
Trivia Pursuit
Pack of cards
Guess Who?
get creative
If arts and crafts is your thing then it’s the perfect time to do so when it’s raining. Whether that’s with a drawing competition or you want to get even more creative and make something out of all the things you can find at the caravan park. It’s a great excuse to think a little differently and create some amazing things together.
bake some treats
Why not pop to the local shops and get all the ingredients you need to make some baked goods. Even if you don’t think of yourself as a baker why not get the packet mixes of cookies and brownies etc. It doesn’t matter how you make them everyone will enjoy eating them at the end!
go out and explore in the rain
Sometimes when it is raining and you have the right clothing, there is nothing better than to go out and explore in the rain. Go on a countryside walk or find a viewpoint to walk to. It’s a great way to enjoy some fresh air, be at one with nature and get some good exercise in.
We have 24 different resorts across the UK which offer holidays and holiday home ownership options.
This stunning county in England can provide you with everything you need to keep everyone entertained no matter what age.
We have our countryside escape, Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa located here which makes the perfect base if you are wanting to explore all that this county has to offer. But, even if you are not wanting to stay in our resort this list of things to do in Norfolk will still be useful if you are heading down to the area and want things to keep you busy. Below you will find a list of a range of different attractions and places to visit in and around Norfolk.
Oxburgh Hall
Oxborough, King’s Lynn, PE33 9PS | 18 mins
If you are wanting to dive into some history in the King’s Lynn area then Oxburgh Hall would be a great place to go. Owned by the National Trust, this moated country house is an impressive site to see, and the history is just as impressive. It was built in 1482 by the Bedingfeld family and was home to them for over 500 years. Explore the house on a tour or enjoy wondering around the gardens and the estate. You can also get a bite to eat at The Servants’ Hall tea-room which serves cakes, hot and cold drinks and light lunches.
Sometimes it’s nice to just have an area of village that you want to explore, and if that’s something you like the sound of make sure you take a trip to Great Massingham during your time in Norfolk. Located in the King’s Lynn area, this little village has a primary school, village shop, pub, village hall, a church and a sports club. There are also a few large ponds that are dotted around the village and plenty of open spaces so it would make a great day out exploring somewhere new.
Fun for all the family, Snettisham Park first opened in 1986 and has been welcoming families ever since. It is a working farm but you can come with all the family for a fun day out. Spread across 329 acres you will be entertained with lambs, a 45 minute deer safari and plenty of other farm animals that you can learn about and see. So if you have children that are animal lovers this would be a great place to head to and have fun for the whole day.
The Street, Gooderstone, King’s Lynn, PE33 9BP | 20 mins
This is definitely a unique thing to do because of its history behind it. The Gooderstone Water Gardens were owned by Billy Knights who was a retired farmer, in 1970 he decided to begin his garden and when he died at 93 in 1994 he left his 6.5 acre garden. Throughout the garden you will find ponds, bridges and beautiful flowers. So whether you just love to have a wonder around and take in some stunning sights or you are an avid garden lover, this will be the perfect place to explore in Norfolk.
If you are into knowing more about history and castles in particular then you should definitely head to Castle Rising Castle. It’s a 12th Century castle that was built in around 1140 AD and got passed to the Howard family in 1544, it is still in their hands today! There are various events that run throughout the year in the castle grounds so make sure you check that out before you go to see if any are running during the time you are in the area!
For something a little bit different, The Railway Touring Company would be a great day out for the whole family. You can get day trips around the UK or even go for UK holidays from this station. All trips are made by a steam charter which have carriages dating back to the 1950s. So if you wanted a thing to do in Norfolk that didn’t rely on good weather this would be a great option. As well as it being perfect if you want to take in some scenery.
High House, Weasenham, King’s Lynn, PE32 2SP | 17 mins
Perfect if you are wanting some action packed fun, the ExTREEme Adventure in King’s Lynn can provide you with quad bike trekking and an army style assault course. So whether you are a family wanting to keep your kids entertained or a group of friends looking for some adrenaline fuelled experiences this will be great. Age restrictions do apply on the quad bike trekking so make sure you check all the information online before you are booking.
Holkham Rd, Wells-next-the-Sea, NR23 1AB | 47 mins
There are so many things that you can explore at Holkham Hall & Estate. There is the hall, the walled garden, the park, plenty of walk and cycle trails, a ropes course, boat and cycle hire, a woodland play area, the list goes on. So if you want to learn a bit about the history of the hall and the area whilst still having something to suit everyone around the estate this is a visit you don’t want to miss out on. Prices start from £5.50 for adults and £2.50 for children.
One of the most impressive things about Watatunga Wildlife Reserve is that they are pioneering a new approach to protecting the last populations of endangered deer and antelope. The reserve is across 170 acres and you can book into a guided tour on either a buggie or safari trailer. As you go round you can learn more about the deer and antelope that live here along with plenty of other rare species like pheasants, ducks and great bustard.
4 Campbells Business park, Campbells Meadow, King’s Lynn, PE30 4YR | 16 mins
With the Locked in Lynn experience you will have to put your heads together and see how well you can cope under pressure. When you book you will choose one of rooms available, Death Row, Diamond Heist, The Forbidden Campsite or Make or Break. When you are inside you will have a 60 minute countdown start, in that time you need to solve puzzles and clues, unlock locks and work together. Your mental and physical skills will be tested in every room at Locked in Lynn.
Founded in 1932, Norfolk Lavender is England’s premier lavender farm. It is known worldwide and you will find almost 100 acres of lavender set in these gardens in Norfolk. There is a garden centre on site along with an animal garden and playpark. You can also get a bite to eat at The Lavender Lounge tearooms and restaurant. And there is a huge lavender product range and gift shop here so you don’t have to leave empty handed.
Known for being a country retreat that is loved by the Queen, Sandringham Estate has been the home of British Monarchs since 1862. You can explore the house, gardens, St Mary Magdalene Church and parkland most of the year, with just the parkland being open in the winter. The park is over 600 acres and has winging trails through woods and the parkland so you can spend hours exploring. They also do incredible light trails at Christmas time.
There is no better place to go than Church Farm, Stow Bardolph, Rare Breeds Centre. It is a farm park with animals, an adventure playground, a tea room and a shop. So there is plenty to do during your time at the park. You will find everything from horses to goats, pigs to fancy rats. As well as activities like ride on pedal tractors, pig racing and an indoor play area. If you are heading here around Christmas they always have different festive events on like meeting Father Christmas.
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