Thursday, 26 March 2026
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Best Easter Family Events UK 2026: Trails, Character Meet & Greets and Free Days Out

Best Easter Family Events UK 2026: Trails, Character Meet & Greets and Free Days Out

Hobbledown Epsom’s Easter Egg’splorers event

Running from 28th March to 12th April, it includes a themed egg trail running across the park alongside indoor and outdoor play, Easter Bunny meet and greets, animal encounters and Easter activities throughout the day. It’s all included in the standard admission, so it works well as a full family day out rather than a short Easter activity.

Maurward Estate

New Easter event is launching at Kingston Maurward Estate Dorchester, families will be invited to take part in Spellbound: The Great Dragon Egg Quest, a dragon-themed trail set across the estate’s historic grounds. 2.7 km outdoor trail Suitable for all ages

Free family fun with favourite characters at Westgate Oxford this Easter

Guests must book free tickets in advance to secure admittance to the events  There will be five sessions each day, all fully accessible, with one daily slot designed to be suitable for Special Educational Needs. Chase from PAW Patrol – 31st March Peter Rabbit™ – 1st April Zog – 7th April Peppa Pig – 8th April

The Brunel Museum London

The Brunel Museum has some brilliant FREE events happening over the Easter holidays. The workshop runs daily during the Easter holidays and is a free drop-in activity included with general admission.

Westwood Cross Broadstairs

From 1 April, the family-favourite dinosaur trail will return to Westwood Cross, inviting guests to embark on a Jurassic journey into the past discovering life-sized dinosaurs, including Bernard the Parasaurolophus, Camilla the Stegosaurus, Charles the Dilophosaurus, and Boris, the fearsome T-Rex.

White Rose Shopping Centre Leeds

White Rose Shopping Centre invites families to take part in a series of free crafting sessions where little ones can get creative and even take a picture with a 2.5m tall bear statue for the chance to win a White Rose gift card woodland adventure theme from Tuesday 7th to Sunday 12th April.

Park Plaza London Riverbank

Park Plaza London Riverbank has a really strong family offer running over the holidays – kids stay and eat free, plus up to 25% off rates with code PPFAMILY. The studio rooms sleep up to two adults and two children (with sofa beds and kitchenettes), so it’s a good option for a proper London stay without the usual squeeze. It’s right on the Thames near Vauxhall with easy access into central, and there’s an indoor pool which is always a win with kids.

Easter fun awaits at Coughton Court 

Coughton Court in Alcester Warwickshire, the Tudor country house announces a fantastic programme of activities for all ages.  Running throughout the Easter holidays (28th March to 12th April), children can take part in an Easter egg trail leading through the award-winning gardens, as well as discovering hidden surprises in the historic house and learning about the history of Coughton Court in a fun and interactive way.

Alexandra Park and Palace London

Easter line-up (28 March – 12 April), with family-friendly activities including: Roof top climbs on the SUMMIT roof walk; Kids Go Free Ice Skating; Pedalos on the Boating Lake; Creative Workshops  The line-up also includes Broomstick Racers wooden car workshops, Go Ape treetop adventures and plenty to explore across Alexandra Park’s 196-acres of award-winning green space.

 

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