EGGY FUN

Egg-citing Events

Bertie Bird’s Spectacular Egg Hunt Saturday 2 - Sunday 24 Join Bertie the blackbird in the landscape gardens at Hestercombe Gardens on his mission to find the best nest and learn some fabulous feathery facts along the way. The fun doesn’t end here, Bertie has created his very own egg hunt around the formal gardens too. Follow the clues on the eggs to find the golden egg and claim your chocolatey prize. From 10am to 5pm, details on 01823 413923.

Easter Adventures in Wonderland Friday 8 - Sunday 24 Step inside the magical world of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland at Longleat. Get crafty with the Mad Hatter and help the clumsy playing cards. Plus hunt down the giant Easter eggs hidden around the park and crack the code for a little treat. Meet the first ever koala to have been born in England. The adorable baby spent the first six months of its life inside mum’s pouch but is now venturing outside – much to the delight of visitors and come face to face with some of the largest, fiercest, cutest and strangest animals from around the world in the Safari Park. Plus, hop aboard the Jungle Cruise to meet gorillas and sea lions, wander through meerkats in Animal Kingdom, explore the Adventure Castle and lose yourself in the giant hedge maze. Don’t forget to pop in Longleat House, which is reopening to visitors. Join guided tours of the Great Hall, spectacular 19th century interiors, the magnificent State Rooms, ornate bedrooms and ‘backstairs’ areas..

Eggo-Saurus Dino Hunt Saturday 9 - Sunday 24 Enjoy a Jurassic adventure across Crealy Great Adventure Park near Exeter. Set out to find all the dinosaur egg locations to win yourself an egg-ceptional chocolatey prize. Sink your teeth into your quest as you will be tasked to figure out the clues and riddles that will reveal the secret dino egg locations across the park. Using your prehistoric map, tick off all the locations you’ve found and once you’ve found them all claim your egg-cellent reward. Your favourite rides will also be open from 10am to 5pm, must be booked online. Plus: Monday 11 - Sunday 24 - Alice’s Wonderland Show. New show featuring comedy acrobatics, dance and aeriel arts.

Eggcellent Family Trails Saturday 9 - Sunday 24 Follow the family trails at Bristol Zoo Gardens and Wild Place. Plus: Thursday 14 - Feathered Friends On this egg-stra special Easter event have fun learning to identify and discover more about our feathered friends on the Downs. In the afternoon, make an amazing bird mask to take home. Drop off children at 10am and pick them up at 3.30pm. On the Downs and at Bristol Zoo Gardens Conservation Education Centre. Book online or on 0117 4285300.

Easter Egg Hunt Saturday 2 - Monday 25 Head to Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, Clevedon Road, Wraxall for egg hunt fun featuring amazing animals. The animals are hiding special Easter eggs around the zoo which spell out a hidden message. Will you find all the hidden animals with their eggs and crack the code? Hand in your trail to the gift shop to receive a special treat and for your chance to win a prize. Then visit the Farm Barn to meet the latest arrivals. Don’t miss the daily Rare Farm Breeds talk at 2pm to find out all about the farm animals and how they are helping to protect the future of each of these rare native breeds. Details on 01275 852606.

Easter at the Station Sunday 17 & Monday 18 Enjoy a day at Midsomer Norton Station with an Easter theme including an Easter Egg Hunt for children with a special prize given to all completing the activity sheet and returning it to the station shop. The Easter special tickets include a Hot Cross Bun or Easter Biscuit and a hot drink or fruit juice from the railway buffet. All day rover tickets are available which will be valid on all passenger trains throughout the day and you can ride as many times as you wish.

Easter Adventure Quest Saturday 2 - Sunday 24 Have an adventure at Stonehenge. Explore the site 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 a chocolate treat and an adventurer’s certificate. From 9am to 5pm, £1.50 plus normal ticket price.

Easter Adventures in nature

Families can unleash their inner explorers with the National Trust trails.

Barrington Court near Ilminster

Wednesday 13 - Sunday 24 Use your senses to have a spring adventure, make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. £3 per person, includes a trail map, pencil and a chocolate egg or alternative prize at the end. From 10am to 5pm, details on 01460 243122.

Dunster Castle near Minehead Saturday 9 - Sunday 24 Follow the nature trail and explore Dunster. Discover tropical plants, cosy dens and learn about the bats that live in the castle. £3 per trail per person with one egg prize, trail from Visitor Reception or ticket office. From 10am to 4pm, details on 01643 821314.

Dyrham Park, near Bath Saturday 9 - Monday 18 Make your way along the trail, finding nature-inspired activities for the whole family. £3 per child, includes a trail map, pencil and a chocolate egg at the end. From 10am to 5pm. Details on 0117 9371353.

Coleridge Cottage Saturday 9 - Sunday 17 Explore the wild flower meadow and look for bees, bugs, and beetles and win a chocolate egg at the end. £3 per trail per person, trail from Welcome Parlour. From 10am to 4pm, details on 01278 732662.

Fyne Court, Broomfield Saturday 9 - Sunday 24 Discover the wild landscapes of Fyne Court on this family adventure through the gardens, parkland, woodland and pond. Can you find all the activities while avoiding the traps set by Sneaky Stephen the spider? Make it all the way round to earn a chocolate treat and then enjoy some natural crafts in the music hall. From 10am to 4pm, £3 per trail, details on 01823 451587.

Killerton, Broadclyst Saturday 9 - Sunday 24 Make your way along the trail, finding nature-inspired activities for the whole family. £3 per child, includes a trail map, pencil and a chocolate egg. From 10am to 5pm. Details on 01392 881345.

Lytes Cary Manor, near Charlton Mackrell, Somerton Saturday 9 - Sunday 24 Make your way along the trail, explore Lytes Cary and find natureinspired activities for the whole family. £3, includes a trail map, pencil and a chocolate egg. From 11am to 4pm, details on 01458 224471.

Montacute House Friday 14 - Sunday 16 Pick up a trail pack from visitor reception and start your adventure. As you make your way around the gardens look out for the spots marked on your map and discover a whole world of nature. Head to the shop when you have finished to collect your chocolate egg. For the more adventurous amongst you, why not try a lovely walk up St Michael’s Hill, the views are spectacular. From 10am to 4.30pm, £3 per trail. Details on 01935 823289.

Prior Park Landscape Garden, Ralph Allen Drive, Bath Friday 15 - Monday 18 Make your way along the trail, finding nature-inspired activities for the whole family. £3 per child, includes a trail map, pencil and a chocolate egg at the end. From 10am to 5pm, details on 01225 833977.

Stourhead, Stourton, Warminster Saturday 9 - Sunday 24 Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. From 9am to 3.30pm, £3 per trail, includes a trail map, pencil and a chocolate egg at the end.

Tyntesfield, Wraxhall Saturday 9 - Sunday 24 Make your way along the trail, explore the beautiful grounds and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. From10am to 4pm, £3 per trail, includes a trail map, pencil and a chocolate egg at the end.. Details on 01275 461 900.