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I swear I blinked after Half Term and the Easter holidays are round the corner.

The good news is there is so much going on locally that you’ll have no chance to be bored with all the events lined up!

Don't forget we are lucky to have an amazing array of local Holiday Clubs, Camps and Playschemes, so do check out the Holiday Clubs section here.

You can find all the events, by day, in the What's On Guide here (and don't forget you can jump to a specific date using the handy Calendar tool or use the Events List view to see a list of events and the dates they span).

Please do check event/attraction details before travelling, as I can't keep this entire list updated I'm afraid.

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If you're looking for Lambing Events, they're all listed here so I haven't repeated them in this guide.

Hitchin

Bancroft Bunny Hunt
Mon 23rd March 2026 - Sunday 12th April 2026 
HELP!!! Our bunnies have escaped! They were last seen bouncing their way to Bancroft… can you find them all? 20 bunnies are hiding in the windows of Bancroft businesses, just waiting to be discovered! Grab your trail sheet from Cloud nine baby boutique or the Visit Hitchin Shop. Track down all 20 bunnies hidden in shop windows & businesses. Complete your trail sheet & pop it back in to Cloud nine baby boutique. Be in with a chance to WIN an incredible prize from Rockahula Kids. The trail runs from 23rd March - 12th April, so get your best detective skills ready and let the Easter adventure begin!  Tag your bunny-spotting snaps with #VisitHitchin – we can’t wait to see your finds!
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Perfect Pets! Easter Holiday Crafts at the British Schools Museum
Tue 31st March 2026 - Thu 2nd April 2026 10:00-12:00
Join us for Perfect Pets, a delightful children's craft session bursting with colour, creativity and animal-themed fun. Located in our historic Monitorial Schoolroom at the British Schools Museum, children will enjoy creating a selection of adorable pet animals including rabbits, cats, dogs and birds to take home. The best part? These perfect pets need no feeding and no cleaning up after!
Sessions run from 10am to 12pm on Monday 31st March, Tuesday 1st April and Wednesday 2nd April 2026, during the Easter school holidays.
£8 per participating child.
Non-participating younger siblings and adults are free. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. Younger siblings are very welcome to play with the toys provided in the Monitorial Schoolroom while their paying sibling crafts.
The Café at the Museum will be open for snacks and drinks to enjoy.
We hope to see you there for a fun and creative Easter holiday session!
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Dinosaurium: Reimagined Creatures Exhibition at North Herts Museum
Sat 28th March 2026 - Sun 28th June 2026
FREE
New exhibition coming to North Herts Museum in Hitchin.
Every dinosaur ever seen, on film, TV, in books or exhibitions, has, at least in part, been a work of the imagination. Since the first dinosaurs were identified, there has been a desire to put flesh on the bones and a glint in the eye of these amazing animals.
This exhibition looks at the long history of our relationship with dinosaurs, from ancient legends of mythical winged beasts in the deserts of central Asia, to the creatures brought to life in Jurassic Park.
Visitors can also learn about the animals that lived alongside the dinosaurs and are still here today, and discover the passion and dedication of the fossil hunters in this fun, family-friendly exhibition.
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Easter Afternoon Tea at Hitchin Town Hall
Thu 2nd April 2026 - Sat 4th April 2026 - Multiple timings available
Step into spring and treat yourself to a blooming lovely Afternoon Tea this Easter! We’ll be serving a delicious selection of sandwiches, cakes and scones, all with a seasonal, Easter-themed twist.
After enjoying your food and drink, why not take a relaxing wander around our galleries and make an afternoon of it?
Afternoon Teas are on 2 & 4 April
Gluten-free, vegan and under-12s options available
Optional prosecco add-on for an extra sparkle
Please remember to book your Afternoon Tea in advance, as spaces will be limited.
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Magical Storytelling at Kite at The Red Hart
Mon 6th April 2026 12-4pm
Join us at Kite on Easter Monday, when Tiny T's Theatre will be hosting two interactive storytelling sessions full of magical characters and dragons. We have sessions at 12pm and 1.30pm, priced at £12.50 per child. Each session lasts for approximately 25 minutes. This will be hosted in our garden stretch tent if the weather is good. If not, then upstairs in our function room!
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Easter Family Day at Offley Hoo Farm
Sat 4th April 2026 10am-4pm
FREE
Easter Saturday Family Free Fun! Join us on Saturday, April 4th. 10am - 4pm for a fantastic day of Easter celebrations.
Local Shops
Local Artisan Stalls
Easter Egg Trail for the kids
Face Painting
Delicious Food & Drink
Come along, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and help support amazing local businesses and makers.
Bring your friends, bring the kids, and make a day of it!
Hoo Farm is based equidistant to Hitchin & Luton in a beautiful location with ample free onsite parking.
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"Hitchin Treasure Trail" Map
Have you seen Hitchin has its on Treasure Trail map? Kids can follow this beautifully illustrated, fantasy-themed treasure map to explore Hitchin town in a totally new and exciting way. Discover hidden treasures, learn a little local history a long the way, and gain new adventuring skills. Fun for all the family, a great way to get out and about to enjoy your town, can be used time and time again. Purchase your copy from Hitchin Information shop at 1a Churchyard, only £6.99.
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Hitchin Markets
Friday - Antiques and General Market until 3pm
Saturday - General Market until 4:30pm
Sunday - Flea Market (Open to all - £10 per pitch, no need to book) 6am - 1:00pm
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Letchworth, Stotfold and Surrounding Villages Events

Educational Encounters: Easter Gone Wild at Standalone Farm, Letchworth
Mon 30th March 2026 - Fri 3rd April 2026
This Easter, Standalone Farm is bringing you closer than ever to the amazing creatures that usually stay hidden from view. Educational Encounters: Easter Gone Wild invites children and families to meet an exciting line‑up of lizards, mini‑beasts, and wonderfully weird creepy crawlies in a safe, friendly, and interactive setting hosted by our resident exotic animal specialist, Mark Amey.
What to Expect
Meet real reptiles and insects, learn how they move, eat, and survive, and discover what makes each species so extraordinary.
Children can observe textures, colours, and behaviours while our resident expert, Mark Amey, shares fascinating facts and answer curious questions.
Perfect for young explorers who love nature, animals, and discovering the unexpected.
A wild twist on the traditional Easter outing, blending education with excitement for the whole family.
Each show will last approximately 30 mins, with a photo opportunity afterwards.
The recommended age for the show is 3+
The show will be held in our barn, which is enclosed and protected from wet weather.
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Letchworth Town Centre Easter Trail
Sat 28th March 2026 - Mon 13th April 2026
FREE
Find the names of the 10 bunnies that's have escaped around the town to be in with a chance of winning a family pass to Standalone Farm. Pick up your trail sheet from our office between 28th March - 13th April.
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Free Face Painting at Garden Square Shopping Centre, Letchworth
Thu 2nd April 2026 11am - 3pm
FREE
Join Just Face Painting by Mi in Garden Square Shopping Centre this Easter for free face painting!
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Family Kids' Club Screenings at The Broadway Cinema, Letchworth
Weds-Sun throughout the Easter Holidays (closed Good Friday and Easter Monday)
LOW COST (£1.75 per person)
Family films for just £1.75 per person at The Broadway Kids Club screenings.
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Jordans Mill - Boretta Bear's Easter Egg Hunt, Broom
Sat 28th March 2026 - Sun 12th April 2026 9.30am - 3.30pm
LOW COST - £4 PER CHILD
Boretta Bear's Easter Egg Hunt Trail
Excitement is bouncing! This Easter, you're invited to join our cracking trail - it's going to be fun for every-bunny!
Explore and follow clues to find ten birds including Rosie Robin, Oscar and the Owl, Kolin the Kingfisher, Sammy the Swan and more. Match each bird with their coloured egg and see how many you can find
Complete the activities on your trail sheet and help Boretta Bear find clues written on all the golden eggs - return to the Mill Shop for an egg-cellent prize!
Hop to it Come and join the fun!
28th March - 12th April, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland
Entry: £4 per child (prize included)
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Easter Bunny Flies In & Egg Hunt 2026 at Shuttleworth Collection & Gardens
Sat 4th April 2026 - Sun 5th April 2026 9am to 5pm
Let the kids loose on a range of activities from face painting to garden games, children's rides and magic shows before watching as the Easter Bunny arrives in true Shuttleworth style - by aircraft!
Then, head to Swiss Garden to take part in our egg hunt before collecting your very own tasty treat to take home.
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Easter Signs of Spring Trail at Knebworth House & Gardens
Fri 3rd April 2026 - Mon 6th April 2026
Looking for fun Easter activities for families this Bank Holiday? Celebrate the arrival of Spring with the 'Easter Signs of Spring Trail' in the Gardens of Knebworth House. Spring has arrived and the Gardens are full of life. Animals are waking up, birds are nesting and colourful flowers are beginning to bloom. This Easter, children can become nature detectives and explore the Gardens while learning about wildlife and the changing seasons.
Pick up your trail sheet and follow the clues as you walk through the Gardens, spotting signs of Spring along the way. Once the trail is complete, head to the shop to enjoy a small chocolate treat as a reward. This outdoor Easter activity is ideal for families looking for things to do with children over the Easter Bank Holiday and a great way to enjoy the fresh air together. This trail is aimed at children aged 3 to 8 years old. Trail sheets are priced at £2 per participant. General admission tickets are sold separately.
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Easter on the Farm at Herrings Green Activity Farm, Wilstead
Sat 28th March 2026 - Sun 13th April 2026
Easter Events on the Farm – A Springtime Family Adventure!
Join us down on the farm this Easter for a truly unforgettable day out! As the countryside bursts into life, there’s no better place to celebrate the magic of spring with the whole family.
Get hands-on with our adorable newborns at our lamb feeding sessions, step into the boots of our keepers with exciting Animal Keeper Days and Bird Keeper Days, experience something truly special with Tea with Owls – a charming encounter you won’t forget! Plus so much more.
Whether you’re meeting our new arrivals, visiting our beautiful birds, or simply soaking up the spring sunshine, there’s something for everyone.
Make this Easter one to remember — gather the family and join us on the farm for a day full of fun, discovery and countryside charm!
We can’t wait to welcome you!
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Easter Adventure Quest at Wrest Park
Sat 28th March 2026 - Sun 19th April 2026 10am - 5pm
This Easter holiday, join us for a fun-filled adventure quest! Follow the Easter trail, hunt for eggs and answer questions along the way to earn a delicious chocolate reward. The quest runs every day throughout the school holidays and is just £2 per child for both members and non-members. This is in addition to your admission ticket. There's no need to book in advance - simply pay and join the quest when you arrive. Book early and save 15%. Admission prices vary depending on the day you visit.
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Easter Eggstravaganza at Church Farm, Ardley
Sat 28th March 2026 - Mon 13th April 2026
Easter Farm Day Pass including the Farm Trail, Woodland Play, and Easter-themed Activity Book An Easter Farm Day Pass enables you to enjoy access to the farm trail in Vicarage Field, to see the farm animals and walk the footpaths. Price includes an Easter-themed Activity Book which includes the Easter Bunny Riddle Trail, Farm Bingo, and Easter-themed activities. Easter and spring is a wonderful time on the farm with lambs in the fields and piglets in Vicarage Field. The hedgerows are abundant with blossoms and wildflowers. Bluebells will be out in the woods. Rabbits, guinea pigs, turkeys, geese, chickens, alpacas - and more.
The entry price is for the whole day and under two's are free.
Enhance your day and book additional seasonal activities such as:
Meet the Easter Bunny
Easter Egg Hunt
Lamb Bottle Feeding
Egg Collecting
Goat Walking
Tractor & Trailer Rides
Fairy Trail & Activity Book
Fairy Trail & Booklet
Children can hunt for Fairy doors and houses in the woodland and Vicarage Field, find their doors and houses, solve the clues, work out their Fairy name, make a wish on the Wishing Chair, and more. Book online Farm Fairy Trail & Activity.
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Easter at The Woodland Ranch, Tewin
Sat 28th March 2026 - Sun 12th April 2026 10-3
This Easter, at Woodland Ranch!
We have our shaded woodland playground, lovely food & drinks, tractor rides and of course all of our other fun activities & our wide variety of very friendly animals ...
-Woodland playground
-Chick handling
-Unlimited tractor rides
-Sculpture trail
-Animal feeding (£1 per bag)
-Pedal tractor track
-Snack Shack
-6 lane hot wheels track
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Easter egg hunt at Shaw's Corner: Bugs Life
Thu 2nd April 2026 - Mon 6th April 2026 10am - 12.30pm
LOW COST - £3.50 PER TRAIL (FREE ENTRY FOR NATIONAL TRUST MEMBERS)
Make your way along the trail and become explorers on this special trail fulled with Shaw's photographs. Prices are £3.50 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg. All accompanying adults will be required to pay normal admission charge of £5.50 each, free for National Trust members
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Easter Events at the Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton
Various events throughout Easter

• Rapunzel
• Family Film Club - Shrek
• Gaby Gulliver's Travels
• So Unfair!

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Easter Events at Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Various events throughout Easter

• The Zoo that comes to you
• Easter Clay Play! With Lugus Ceramics
• Free Outdoor Trail

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Zoo-normous Egg Hunt at Whipsnade Zoo
Sat 28th March 2026 - Sun 12th April 2026
Discover all kinds of amazing animals this Easter holiday at Whipsnade Zoo with the Zoonormous Egg Hunt! A great activity for the whole family, included with Zoo entry. Seek out special eggs around Whipsnade Zoo, while learning about egg-ceptional species along the way. Unravelling clues or solving riddles at each location will crack the secret code. Successful egg-splorers can reveal the code at our end location and be rewarded with a tasty treat*! Along with an Easter craft activity, photo opportunities and over 11,000 amazing animals at the UK's biggest Zoo, you'll be all set for a cracking day out.
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Easter Eggstravaganza followed by Jemima's Jamboree at Willows Activity Farm, London Colney
Sat 28th March 2026 - Sun 12th April 2026
Easter Extravanganza: Join us for an egg-cellent day of family fun including our Easter Egg Hunt, Easter Grotto, Easter arts and crafts, meet adorable animals including our very own Easter bunnies, pig racing and lamb bottle feeding demonstrations - there really is something for every-bunny!
The Easter Bunny will be hopping in every day on the outdoor show stage in his very own show too.
Enjoy hopping around on our bouncy bounce pillows and don't forget to visit our Puddle Play Park for a splashing good time.
Keen golfers will love our Adventure Golf Course and a ride on Tristan the Runaway Tractor is a must for everyone!
Jemima's Jamboree: As the Easter Bunny leaves we celebrate another egg-loving character and enjoy a programme dedicated to our resident puddle-duck, Jemima! There's an egg hunt with chocolate treats. arts & crafts, animal demonstrations and Jemima Puddle-Duck shows and meet & greets. Meet ducklings in The Farmyard and enjoy our NEW Dog and Duck Show in The Arena! Joe Banana will be joining the fun too. Bounce, jump and laugh your way across our giant bouncy bounce pillows, then head over to the Puddle Play Park for a splashing good time. Little and big golfers alike will enjoy taking on our Adventure Golf Course, and no visit is complete without a ride on Tristan the Runaway Tractor - a firm favourite for all ages!
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There's so much more in the full What's On Guide, so make sure you take a loook at that too!

And if that wasn't enough...

The Things to Do section is packed with ideas to do at home, getting out and about locally, and a whole host of attractions nationwide if you fancy an adventure!

Like to read reviews of places to go before you try them? Then have a look through my Tried and Tested reviews.

Looking for a great club, camp, holiday workshop or play scheme for your child? Then check out the Holiday Clubs section.

If you fancy a break from cooking over the Holidays, the Food and Drink section has lots of local takeaways, pubs, restaurants and cafés.

The holidays are a great time to get everyone together and capture special memories, so have a look through the list of local photographers if you'd like a family shoot.

And finally...have a great Easter Holidays!

If you've found this guide useful, then please do share with friends and family, it would mean a lot x