Easter Family Activities & Events 2023
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
- No special events apart from Easter Saturday (see Event Calendar), but lovely dog-friendly gardens to walk around, a great cafe, and an adventure playground for under 7s. Visiting information can be found here.
1st to 16th April, 10.00am-4.30pm: Easter Egg Hunt at Ham House.
- Enjoy a family-friendly trail around the grounds of Ham House and Garden – can you complete all the activities to secure an Easter egg? Follow in the footsteps of Elizabeth Murray, Duchess of Lauderdale, on a trail of activity and discover. 10 themed stations around the garden’s Wilderness, colourful formal lawns, kitchen garden, courtyard and north terrace lead to a chocolate egg prize suitable for all. Get competitive with friends and family in traditional games including hoopla and wheelbarrow races, and learn about Elizabeth’s life in the 17th century. Trail cost is £3 (includes a chocolate or free-from Easter egg), plus normal admission applies.
5th to 10th April, 12.00-11.00pm: Funfair on Hampton Court Green in East Molesey.
- The Hampton Court Funfair, crammed with family fun and white knuckle rides, is back for its annual showpiece this Easter. For your safety and convenience you can now pay contactless on all rides, game stalls & food units or you can purchase tokens from the token booth. It will be a fun packed week featuring children’s rides, traditional games and stalls, a wonderful Carousel as center-piece, and even a Ferris Wheel. The fair has entertained families through generations and has become a focal point of local life, running for over 150 years. £2.00 entry (free for under 3yrs) which must be paid contactless, plus cost of rides etc. Rides are half price on the 5th/6th April.
1st to 16th April, 10.00am-5.30pm Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt at Hampton Court Palace.
- The Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt is back by popular demand! Run free in the 60 acres of Henry VIII’s gardens to find the hidden Lindt Gold Bunny statues. Match up the name of the important palace character on the trail to the red ribbon on the bunny statue at each location. With each Lindt Gold Bunny you find, you’ll uncover a fascinating story. Can you find them all? When you have finished exploring, you’ll be rewarded with a delicious a Lindt Gold Bunny (10g) chocolate treat (non-chocolate treat available on request)! Pre-booking is advised to avoid disappointment. The hunt is designed for children aged 3-12 years old and their families. Please allow 90 minutes to complete the trail. Once you’ve explored the trail, children can run wild in the Magic Garden, and no trip is complete without a visit to the UK’s oldest surviving hedge maze in the palace gardens. Normal admission applies.
- No special events 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. You can buy tickets at the farm or online.
1st to 16th April, 10.00am-6.00pm: Superworm At Kew Gardens.
- Get a wiggle on and join the fun this Easter! This Easter at Kew Gardens, join Superworm for a new adventure with all the heroes from the best-selling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Set out on a journey through the plant and animal kingdoms, against the magical backdrop of the Gardens in spring. Follow the trail and discover familiar scenes from the story, dig deep into the importance of soil, and find out all about the different garden creatures of Superworm. Alongside the trail, see colourful spring plants bursting into life in the Gardens. Whatever your age, you’ll have fun learning more about the vital role that animals and plants play in the natural world. Normal admission applies.
London Museum Of Water And Steam
1st to 16th April, 10.00am-4.00pm: Bubbles! at the London Museum Of Water & Steam in Brentford.
- Join the Museum this Easter holiday for some bubble-tastic fun! There will be crafts, hands-on activities and the Museum’s popular Wet and Bubbly Science Show! Normal admission applies.
London Wetland Centre (Barnes)
1st to 16th April,, 9.30am-5.00pm: Duck Detectives at the London Wetland Centre in Barnes.
- Join the Wetland Centre for a family day out of exploration and discovery that will put all of your senses to the test. To succeed as a Duck Detective and complete the Easter trail, you’ll need to get closer than ever to nature. It’s time to investigate underwater mysteries, follow tracks to work out who’s been creeping around at night and use everything from bird calls to animal poo to reveal wildlife secrets only a true Duck Detective knows. Pick up your trail card for only £1.00. There is also a Colour Hunt trail card for under 5s; pond dipping at 11.00am & 2.00pm; and ‘plant detectives’ at 1.00pm. Normal admission applies. Some activities need to be booked on arrival.
1st to 16th April (Wed-Sun), 10.00am-5.00pm: Easter Adventure Quest at Marble Hill Park in Twickenham
- Join a cracking adventure quest this Easter holiday. Explore the grounds and gardens to hunt for clues and challenges and discover traditional Easter games like egg rolling and the egg and spoon race. Track down the Easter eggs and you’ll be rewarded with an adventurer’s certificate and a tasty chocolate treat from Love Cocoa. The quest costs £2.00, which you can pay when you arrive at the site. Normal admission applies (gardens are free; house is also free in April).
4th to 14th April, 10.00am-12.00pm: Easter Eggs & Spring Wreath Workshops at The Museum Of Richmond.
- From 4th-6th April, explore the history of Easter and why we celebrate it, then create your own Easter decorations, inspired by some very sweet Easter Eggs in the Museum’s collection! From 11th-14th April, create a crafty wreath full of sunshine to brighten up your home and explore the different ways we use wreaths to celebrate and remember Using a mix of real and replica historical objects from the Museum’s handling collection, workshops provide families with a hands-on experience where they learn more about the history of the local area, develop new skills by having a go at arts and craft activities, and spend quality time together. Workshops are aimed at children aged 5-11 years old. Workshops are £6.00 per child, adults are FREE. Booking essential.
1st to 16th April, 10.00am-5.00pm: Easter Egg Hunt at Osterley.
- 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 poetry-themed, nature-inspired activities for the whole family. The price of the trail is £3.00 per child and includes a trail map, pencil and a chocolate egg at the end. Normal admission applies.
3rd to 14th April, 9.30am-1.00pm: Plant A Colourful Easter Basket & Bunny Hunt at Squires in Twickenham.
- Keep the little ones entertained in the Easter holidays! Plant a colourful Easter basket: Plant three colourful plants in a wicker basket decorated with a raffia bow, to create a lovely Easter gift or place in your garden (£6.50; advance booking essential). Bunny Hunt: Follow the clues around the centre to help find the magic word and receive a chocolate treat (£2.50; no booking required). Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- No special events, but the garden is free to visit and a lovely space for family picnics and relaxing (Sundays-Thursdays). Plus the house is well worth a look around for it’s architecture and interiors (Sundays-Wednesdays). Visiting information can be found here.
7th to 10th April, 10.30am-4.30pm: Eggcellent Fun at Son House & Gardens in Isleworth.
- During the Easter weekend, join for family friendly trails and treats in the House and Gardens. Follow the eggciting trail in the gardens and find all the clues for a treat. There’s a trail in the house too, with the story of how the brown hare became the easter bunny! Have some Eggcellent fun making crafts! Kids go free (2 free kids with 1 paying adult). Normal adult admission applies.
Further Afield
3rd to 16th April, 10.00am-5.30pm: Easter Eggstravaganza at Battersea Park Children’s Zoo.
- If you’re looking for ways to ‘egg-cite’ and ‘eggs-haust’ your own little bunnies during the Easter holidays, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo has got it covered with a range of fun Easter themed activities! The Golden Bunny Easter Trail: Purchase a trail sheet upon entering the Zoo and use it to help you solve the clues to find the Golden Bunny! Claim your prize for completing the trail at the Gift Shop. Face Painting: On selected dates Jenny Sunshine and her team will be on hand to transform your little ones with some Easter face paint designs! (Small fee applies). Rabbit’s Warren: Enter the Rabbit’s Warren for a range of Easter themed crafts! You can also take part in the ‘Eggs Factor’ and take a look at some real life animal eggs! Normal admission applies.
1st to 16th April, 10.00am-5.30pm: Easter Eggstravaganza at Bockett’s Farm in Fetcham, Surrey.
- As well as the usual farm fun, there’s lots on this Easter! Meet the Easter Bunny; Complete the Easter Trail with chocolate treats; ’Meet the Shepherd’ sessions; Get creative in our Easter Craft Corner; Enjoy Live shows in the Easter garden; Explore acres of indoor and outdoor play; Hop on board the Tractor and Trailer Ride or take a Pony Ride. Fun farm activities include Small Animal Encounters, Tractor Rides and the famous Pig Race. Booking essential.
25th March to 16th April, 10.00am-3.00pm.: Easter Egg Hunt at Claremont Landscape Garden in Esher.
- Get ready for some eggcellent fun at Claremont this Easter! From 25th March – 10th April: Easter Adventure at Claremont. £3.00 per trail which includes chocolate egg or a vegan and Free From chocolate egg. From 11th – 16th April: Spring Games in the garden. Normal admission applies.
6th to 10th April (except 9th): Easter Eggvent at Crockford Bridge Farm in Addlestone.
- Join a fun filled trip down the Rabbit Hole and join in the fun! Go in your Easter or Wonderland Best to be in with a chance of winning a Prize! Easter Bunnies, Easter Chicks, Easter Bonnets, White Rabbits, Mad Hatters, March Hares and anything Wild and Wacky! Hunt for clues around Crockford’s Corner and claim your Sweet prize. Meet our own Wonderland March Hare. Plant your own magic bean and create a Fun Easter Basket-Cup to take it home in. Decorate your own Wooden Easter Egg and spoon to take home! Egg and Spoon Race around the Asparagoblins Assault Course – navigate the Asparagoblins assault course with your Wooden Egg! Brand New Egg Shy – see how many eggs you can knock down! Plus try your luck at hook a duck. Activities are suitable for children up to 8+yrs; however children of all ages are welcome. Booking essential.
5th to 10th April, 10.00am-4.00pm: Easter Egg Hunt at Morden Hall Park.
- This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure on an Easter trail. Make your way along the trail and take part in fun-filled games and activities that will get your heart racing and your brains whirring. So go along and explore the beautiful parklands of Morden Hall Park. The price of the trail is £3.00 per child and includes a trail map and chocolate or vegan and Free From egg at the end. Entry is free and booking is not needed, and the Park also connects to Dean City Farm.
1st to 16th April, 10.00am-4.00pm: Egg-straordinary Dragon Trail at Painshill Park in Cobham.
- Find all the dragons and their eggs this Easter holiday with a family statue trail. This springtime, magical beasts have come to the landscape to lay their eggs; can you make your way through the park and find them all? But oh no, one of the dragons has lost their egg! Can you find the missing egg? Perfect for all the family, the dragon trail follows a 1 mile route for those with buggies or little legs! Normal admission applies and booking in advance is advisable for non-members.
25th March to 19th April, 10.00am-3.30pm: Easter Trail at Polesden Lacey in Great Bookham.
- Join the Easter trail as you embrace your inner wild animal and explore the grounds at Polesden Lacey. Travel back through different eras when elephants, wolves, lynx or even dinosaurs may have roamed free, with a few surprises along the way. Dressing up as one of these animals is encouraged. Explore the beautiful Pleasure Gardens at Polesden Lacey with stunning views over the Surrey Hills along the way. £3.00 per trail, includes a trail map, pencil and a chocolate or vegan and free from Rainforest Alliance Easter egg. Easter can be a busy time at Polesden Lacey, and a weekday visit is generally quieter than a weekend, even during school holidays (or Saturdays are usually less busy than Sundays). Normal admission applies.
1st to 17th April, 10.00am-5.00pm: Easter Holiday Fun at Wisley Gardens in Woking.
- Hop on down to search for giant eggs hidden around the garden to win a chocolate prize. In the larger-than-life egg hunt, get stuck in with family-friendly arts and crafts and seed planting sessions, and learn all about the wonders of springtime. Activities include the giant Easter egg hunt; art and crafts and seed planting; hands on at Hilltop; walk and talk; and muddy hands, green fingers. Normal admission applies.
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