Welcome to your essential guide to what's on for children and families over the next few months in and around Romford. We also regularly post events, things to do and other news on Facebook and Instagram. If you are looking for Holiday Clubs and Camps we have a dedicated section for those. This page is updated regularly so do check regularly.
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Friday 22nd March
A magical celebration of Harry Potter fun
Mace Playce
Fri 22nd March 2024
4.00pm - 6.00pm
£15 per child
Join us for 2 hours of HP inspired fun including:
🌟The Only Way Is Entertainment
🌟Potion Making
🌟Wand decorating
🌟Treat Box
🌟Treasure Hunt
Plus MUCH MORE!
The perfect event for all you wizard & witches!
Find out more or book: www.facebook.com
Saturday 23rd March
Easter Market & Artisan Craft Fair
Shenfield Parish Hall
Sat 23rd March 2024
10am-4pm
Crafty Cow Markets is excited to announce our very 1st event in Shenfield. With a week to go to Easter come along and support your local crafts people with over 20 stalls both inside and out selling a wide variety of goods which are handmade and that you wont find on the high street, such as wax melts, crystals, handmade jewellery, jams & pickles, cards, bags, personalised gifts, hand made wood creations, beautiful resin products, sweets, bespoke stone items, children's clothes, food, cakes and much much more, along with chances to win prizes on the tombola (All proceeds from the tombola go to charity) So why not pop in, say hi, bring your family and friends, have some fun & buy someone special a unique one of a kind gift or just treat yourself to a little something. Big companies wont notice your purchase this Easter, but local businesses and crafts people will, A small visit from you is a LARGE boost to a local artisan. Shop local and support the creative community. Look forward to seeing you there, 10am - 4pm. We are supporting Havens Hospices
Easter Express
North Weald & District Miniature Railway
Sat 23rd March 2024 - Sun 24th March 2024
11:30am - 4:30pm
Join us for our popular Easter express, travel on our railway to see the Easter bunny in the countryside and each child will receive a chocolate Easter Egg. Get photos with the Easter bunny and create some special memories with the family and take a trip on our railway. Book via our website under 1s free anyone over 1 (Adults & Children) £6 per person a ticket.
There also is an Easter Egg hunt to do and look out for, as you travel round on the railway and then the last few you will need to find on foot.
Dates :
23rd & 24th March and then Easter Monday on the 1st April
Find out more or book: www.nwdmrail.co.uk
Easter Eggstravaganza
Willows Activity Farm
Sat 23rd March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10-5
Willows Easter Eggstravaganza event runs until the Easter Bank Holiday on 1st April 2024. For the rest of the school holidays, there's still an egg hunt and chocolate, but the Easter Bunny is replaced by Professor Merlin for Willows Magical Adventures from 2nd - 14th April - please choose this event for these dates.
Join Willows Easter Eggstravaganza for a full day of egg-cellent family fun including our Easter Egg Hunt with chocolate treat, Easter Grotto, adorable animals, live shows, funfair rides, the PETER RABBIT adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but attract a booking fee to cover the cost of processing the booking.
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Sunday 24th March
Easter Express
North Weald & District Miniature Railway
Sat 23rd March 2024 - Sun 24th March 2024
11:30am - 4:30pm
Join us for our popular Easter express, travel on our railway to see the Easter bunny in the countryside and each child will receive a chocolate Easter Egg. Get photos with the Easter bunny and create some special memories with the family and take a trip on our railway. Book via our website under 1s free anyone over 1 (Adults & Children) £6 per person a ticket.
There also is an Easter Egg hunt to do and look out for, as you travel round on the railway and then the last few you will need to find on foot.
Dates :
23rd & 24th March and then Easter Monday on the 1st April
Find out more or book: www.nwdmrail.co.uk
Easter Eggstravaganza
Willows Activity Farm
Sat 23rd March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10-5
Willows Easter Eggstravaganza event runs until the Easter Bank Holiday on 1st April 2024. For the rest of the school holidays, there's still an egg hunt and chocolate, but the Easter Bunny is replaced by Professor Merlin for Willows Magical Adventures from 2nd - 14th April - please choose this event for these dates.
Join Willows Easter Eggstravaganza for a full day of egg-cellent family fun including our Easter Egg Hunt with chocolate treat, Easter Grotto, adorable animals, live shows, funfair rides, the PETER RABBIT adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but attract a booking fee to cover the cost of processing the booking.
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Monday 25th March
Easter Eggstravaganza
Willows Activity Farm
Sat 23rd March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10-5
Willows Easter Eggstravaganza event runs until the Easter Bank Holiday on 1st April 2024. For the rest of the school holidays, there's still an egg hunt and chocolate, but the Easter Bunny is replaced by Professor Merlin for Willows Magical Adventures from 2nd - 14th April - please choose this event for these dates.
Join Willows Easter Eggstravaganza for a full day of egg-cellent family fun including our Easter Egg Hunt with chocolate treat, Easter Grotto, adorable animals, live shows, funfair rides, the PETER RABBIT adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but attract a booking fee to cover the cost of processing the booking.
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Tuesday 26th March
Easter Eggstravaganza
Willows Activity Farm
Sat 23rd March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10-5
Willows Easter Eggstravaganza event runs until the Easter Bank Holiday on 1st April 2024. For the rest of the school holidays, there's still an egg hunt and chocolate, but the Easter Bunny is replaced by Professor Merlin for Willows Magical Adventures from 2nd - 14th April - please choose this event for these dates.
Join Willows Easter Eggstravaganza for a full day of egg-cellent family fun including our Easter Egg Hunt with chocolate treat, Easter Grotto, adorable animals, live shows, funfair rides, the PETER RABBIT adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but attract a booking fee to cover the cost of processing the booking.
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Wednesday 27th March
Easter Eggstravaganza
Willows Activity Farm
Sat 23rd March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10-5
Willows Easter Eggstravaganza event runs until the Easter Bank Holiday on 1st April 2024. For the rest of the school holidays, there's still an egg hunt and chocolate, but the Easter Bunny is replaced by Professor Merlin for Willows Magical Adventures from 2nd - 14th April - please choose this event for these dates.
Join Willows Easter Eggstravaganza for a full day of egg-cellent family fun including our Easter Egg Hunt with chocolate treat, Easter Grotto, adorable animals, live shows, funfair rides, the PETER RABBIT adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but attract a booking fee to cover the cost of processing the booking.
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Thursday 28th March
Easter Adventures at Rainham Hall
Rainham Hall
Thu 28th March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
11.00-16.00
There's a whole new set of nature adventures at Rainham Hall and Community Garden for families this Easter. Wind your way round the woodland garden searching for activities including bunny hopping races, hopscotch and other Easter fun. Zoom your way to the end and make sure you collect your Easter treat. Drop in, no need to book. Bring your adult and wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear as all activities are outdoors. £3 per participant doing the activities 11-4pm, last entry 3.30pm
Easter Eggstravaganza
Willows Activity Farm
Sat 23rd March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10-5
Willows Easter Eggstravaganza event runs until the Easter Bank Holiday on 1st April 2024. For the rest of the school holidays, there's still an egg hunt and chocolate, but the Easter Bunny is replaced by Professor Merlin for Willows Magical Adventures from 2nd - 14th April - please choose this event for these dates.
Join Willows Easter Eggstravaganza for a full day of egg-cellent family fun including our Easter Egg Hunt with chocolate treat, Easter Grotto, adorable animals, live shows, funfair rides, the PETER RABBIT adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but attract a booking fee to cover the cost of processing the booking.
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Friday 29th March
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Treasure Island: A swashbuckling pantomime adventure
Harlow Playhouse
Fri 29th March 2024 - Wed 3rd April 2024
Join us aboard the Jolly Roger for a swashbuckling pantomime adventure like you've never seen before 'Treasure Island.'
Set sail with our talented cast of performers as they take you on an action-packed journey to find the legendary buried treasure.
Get ready to cheer for your favourite heroes, boo the dastardly villains, and sing along to catchy tunes that will have you tapping your feet!
Embark on a thrilling quest alongside young Jane Hawkins, as she discovers a mysterious treasure map that leads to untold riches. But beware! Davina the Sea Witch and her notorious crew of pirates are ready to thwart their every move. Will Jane outwit Davina and claim the treasure for herself?
With dazzling costumes, colourful sets and plenty of... Read more
Find out more or book: playhouseharlow.ticketsolve.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Peter Rabbit at Call of the Wild Zoo
Call of the Wild Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024
9.30-5.00
Come meet Peter Rabbit! That's right, Peter Rabbit will be visiting here on March 29th. Fantastic meet and greet opportunities and your chance to get your camera ready!
Find out more or book: callofthewildzoo.co.uk
Meet the Easter Bunny at Thames Chase
Thames Chase Forest Centre
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sat 30th March 2024
From 10.30 hourly slots
Come and take part in our eggciting Easter craft session at Thames Chase!
Decorate an eggtastic wooden Easter photo frame to take home with you, meet the Easter Bunny and take your photo with them. (why not print it off and put it in your frame when you get home?) You will also receive an Easter gift from the Easter Bunny.
You would be hopping mad to miss this event! Call us on 01708 642970 to book, Cost £10 per child. (Please note full payment to be taken at time of booking. Tickets are non-refundable.)
Find out more or book: www.facebook.com
Easter Weekend Warley Place Spring Bulbs Spectacular
Warley Place Nature Reserve
Fri 29th March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10:30am - 4:30pm
Come along to this spring spectacular and let your senses do the rest. Volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions about wildlife conservation at Warley Place and Ellen Willmott's historic garden from 10.30am to 4.30pm, weather permitting. Guided walks on Saturday mornings are by appointment only by contacting Mick Hedges. Suggested donation for a tour is £5 per person and suggested admission donation is £3 per person.
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Easter Adventures at Rainham Hall
Rainham Hall
Thu 28th March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
11.00-16.00
There's a whole new set of nature adventures at Rainham Hall and Community Garden for families this Easter. Wind your way round the woodland garden searching for activities including bunny hopping races, hopscotch and other Easter fun. Zoom your way to the end and make sure you collect your Easter treat. Drop in, no need to book. Bring your adult and wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear as all activities are outdoors. £3 per participant doing the activities 11-4pm, last entry 3.30pm
Easter Eggstravaganza
Willows Activity Farm
Sat 23rd March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10-5
Willows Easter Eggstravaganza event runs until the Easter Bank Holiday on 1st April 2024. For the rest of the school holidays, there's still an egg hunt and chocolate, but the Easter Bunny is replaced by Professor Merlin for Willows Magical Adventures from 2nd - 14th April - please choose this event for these dates.
Join Willows Easter Eggstravaganza for a full day of egg-cellent family fun including our Easter Egg Hunt with chocolate treat, Easter Grotto, adorable animals, live shows, funfair rides, the PETER RABBIT adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but attract a booking fee to cover the cost of processing the booking.
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Saturday 30th March
2K Easter Obstacle Run
Wild Forest
Sat 30th March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10.30
EASTER OBSTACLE RUN
30TH, 31ST MARCH & 1ST APRIL
START TIME : 10.30AM
Hop along for some cracking Easter fun for all the family. Take on the 2K woodland obstacle run, it's a relaxed, fun vibe. Your designated instructor is on hand with top tips to conquer the obstacles and we guarantee muddy feet. Test your balance skills with an egg & spoon race to the finish line . Don't forget to bring some marshmallows to toast on the roaring fire pit and each child will receive an Easter treat.
£24.00 + BOOKING FEE BOOK 4 PEOPLE GET 1 FREE
Book as a family, with your buddies or run solo. All abilities welcome.
Find out more or book: www.wild-forest.co.uk
Easter Express 2024
Barnards Miniature Railway
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sun 31st March 2024
various
The Easter Bunny has dropped lots of eggs along the line. Can you help find them all?
Join us for a 20-minute return journey whilst you complete the only Easter egg hunt that you do whilst riding on a miniature railway.
Once you have been on the train, it's back to Burtonshaw Terminus where all children will receive their chocolate Easter egg and our adult visitors can relax with a complimentary hot drink. Light refreshments are also available to purchase (contactless payments only).
Ticket for this event are £15.00 per person (plus a small booking fee) for adults and children - in fact the same cost as last year.
Under 3's may travel for free but will not be entitled to a complimentary egg. Eggs are only provided to children who have a ticket purchased via... Read more
Find out more or book: www.ticketsource.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter slime making session
LIGHTSHIP CAFE - GRAYS BEACH PARK
Sat 30th March 2024
12:00-15:00
Easter slime session are now available for booking! With us at lightship cafe at grays beach park!
Five sessions available to book onto
Session one 12-12:30
Session two 12:40-13:10
Session three 13:20-13:50
Session four 14:00- 14:30
Session five 14:40-15:10
£5 for a 30 minute session to create an Easter themed slime.
Engaging and creative slime-making activities
Unleash your child's creativity with colourful and mesmerising slimes
Fun add-ins for a personalised touch , custom charms to the fit theme
Exciting fun games with your slime
Contact us today to reserve your spot for the slime making session.
Email: [email protected]
Find out more or book: www.instagram.com
Easter Party at The Harvey Centre
The Harvey Centre
Sat 30th March 2024
11am-12pm or 2pm-3pm
On Saturday 30th March, you are invited to join in with some egg-cellent Springtime fun at our Easter Party!
We will be hosting two hop-tastic Easter parties at the following times:
11am-12pm
2pm-3pm
Come along and meet the Easter Bunny and The Youth Create Spring Team who will be hosting a range of FREE themed activities and interactive games, plus singing and dancing for children to enjoy.
To make your visit to Harlow even more egg-citing, you'll also be able to take part in a Town Centre Easter Egg Hunt for your chance to win a sweet treat. Plus, keep your eyes peeled for The Easter Bunny and his friends who will be roaming the Town Centre between 12.30pm - 1pm and 1.30pm - 2pm.
All the activity is FREE and there... Read more
Easter at Hopefield
Hopefield Animal Sanctuary
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sun 31st March 2024
10.00am - 4.00pm
Have a hoppy Easter with us at Hopefield Animal Sanctuary!
- Easter trail
- Meet the Easter Bunny
- Inflatables (including toddler zone)
- Crazy Legs Children's Entertainer (12pm to 1pm)
- Live performances
- Soft play bus
- BBQ
- Saddle Up Bar
Admission inc donation
Adult £9
Child 2-15 £11
Under 2's - FREE
Find out more or book: hopefield.org.uk
Easter slime making session
LIGHTSHIP CAFE - GRAYS BEACH PARK
Sat 30th March 2024
12:00-15:00
Easter slime session are now available for booking! With us at lightship cafe at grays beach park!
Five sessions available to book onto
Session one 12-12:30
Session two 12:40-13:10
Session three 13:20-13:50
Session four 14:00- 14:30
Session five 14:40-15:10
The children will make one Easter themed slime.
Engaging and creative slime-making activities
Unleash your child's creativity with colourful and mesmerising slimes
Fun add-ins for a personalised touch , custom charms to the Easter theme
Exciting fun games with your slime
Contact us today to reserve your spot for the slime making session.
Email: [email protected]
Find out more or book: www.instagram.com
Easter Fun Weekend at Hopefield
Hopefield Animal Sanctuary
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sun 31st March 2024
Easter is hopping ever closer which means our fun-packed Easter Event is almost here too!
It's sure to be an egg-citing weekend at Hopefield, and your ticket will include:
? Easter trail
? Meet the Easter Bunny
? Inflatables (including toddler zone)
? Crazy Legs Children's Entertainer (12pm to 1pm)
? Live performances
We're also firing up the BBQ, flinging open the shutters on our Saddle Up Bar and eggspecting two days of perfect family fun. Tickets are limited, so once they're gone, they're gone, so do book asap to seal the Easter adventure early bird deal!
We're hopping with excitement to see you all!
Find out more or book: hopefield.org.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Treasure Island: A swashbuckling pantomime adventure
Harlow Playhouse
Fri 29th March 2024 - Wed 3rd April 2024
Join us aboard the Jolly Roger for a swashbuckling pantomime adventure like you've never seen before 'Treasure Island.'
Set sail with our talented cast of performers as they take you on an action-packed journey to find the legendary buried treasure.
Get ready to cheer for your favourite heroes, boo the dastardly villains, and sing along to catchy tunes that will have you tapping your feet!
Embark on a thrilling quest alongside young Jane Hawkins, as she discovers a mysterious treasure map that leads to untold riches. But beware! Davina the Sea Witch and her notorious crew of pirates are ready to thwart their every move. Will Jane outwit Davina and claim the treasure for herself?
With dazzling costumes, colourful sets and plenty of... Read more
Find out more or book: playhouseharlow.ticketsolve.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Meet the Easter Bunny at Thames Chase
Thames Chase Forest Centre
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sat 30th March 2024
From 10.30 hourly slots
Come and take part in our eggciting Easter craft session at Thames Chase!
Decorate an eggtastic wooden Easter photo frame to take home with you, meet the Easter Bunny and take your photo with them. (why not print it off and put it in your frame when you get home?) You will also receive an Easter gift from the Easter Bunny.
You would be hopping mad to miss this event! Call us on 01708 642970 to book, Cost £10 per child. (Please note full payment to be taken at time of booking. Tickets are non-refundable.)
Find out more or book: www.facebook.com
Easter Weekend Warley Place Spring Bulbs Spectacular
Warley Place Nature Reserve
Fri 29th March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10:30am - 4:30pm
Come along to this spring spectacular and let your senses do the rest. Volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions about wildlife conservation at Warley Place and Ellen Willmott's historic garden from 10.30am to 4.30pm, weather permitting. Guided walks on Saturday mornings are by appointment only by contacting Mick Hedges. Suggested donation for a tour is £5 per person and suggested admission donation is £3 per person.
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Easter Adventures at Rainham Hall
Rainham Hall
Thu 28th March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
11.00-16.00
There's a whole new set of nature adventures at Rainham Hall and Community Garden for families this Easter. Wind your way round the woodland garden searching for activities including bunny hopping races, hopscotch and other Easter fun. Zoom your way to the end and make sure you collect your Easter treat. Drop in, no need to book. Bring your adult and wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear as all activities are outdoors. £3 per participant doing the activities 11-4pm, last entry 3.30pm
Easter Eggstravaganza
Willows Activity Farm
Sat 23rd March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10-5
Willows Easter Eggstravaganza event runs until the Easter Bank Holiday on 1st April 2024. For the rest of the school holidays, there's still an egg hunt and chocolate, but the Easter Bunny is replaced by Professor Merlin for Willows Magical Adventures from 2nd - 14th April - please choose this event for these dates.
Join Willows Easter Eggstravaganza for a full day of egg-cellent family fun including our Easter Egg Hunt with chocolate treat, Easter Grotto, adorable animals, live shows, funfair rides, the PETER RABBIT adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but attract a booking fee to cover the cost of processing the booking.
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Sunday 31st March
2K Easter Obstacle Run
Wild Forest
Sat 30th March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10.30
EASTER OBSTACLE RUN
30TH, 31ST MARCH & 1ST APRIL
START TIME : 10.30AM
Hop along for some cracking Easter fun for all the family. Take on the 2K woodland obstacle run, it's a relaxed, fun vibe. Your designated instructor is on hand with top tips to conquer the obstacles and we guarantee muddy feet. Test your balance skills with an egg & spoon race to the finish line . Don't forget to bring some marshmallows to toast on the roaring fire pit and each child will receive an Easter treat.
£24.00 + BOOKING FEE BOOK 4 PEOPLE GET 1 FREE
Book as a family, with your buddies or run solo. All abilities welcome.
Find out more or book: www.wild-forest.co.uk
Easter Express 2024
Barnards Miniature Railway
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sun 31st March 2024
various
The Easter Bunny has dropped lots of eggs along the line. Can you help find them all?
Join us for a 20-minute return journey whilst you complete the only Easter egg hunt that you do whilst riding on a miniature railway.
Once you have been on the train, it's back to Burtonshaw Terminus where all children will receive their chocolate Easter egg and our adult visitors can relax with a complimentary hot drink. Light refreshments are also available to purchase (contactless payments only).
Ticket for this event are £15.00 per person (plus a small booking fee) for adults and children - in fact the same cost as last year.
Under 3's may travel for free but will not be entitled to a complimentary egg. Eggs are only provided to children who have a ticket purchased via... Read more
Find out more or book: www.ticketsource.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Hopefield
Hopefield Animal Sanctuary
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sun 31st March 2024
10.00am - 4.00pm
Have a hoppy Easter with us at Hopefield Animal Sanctuary!
- Easter trail
- Meet the Easter Bunny
- Inflatables (including toddler zone)
- Crazy Legs Children's Entertainer (12pm to 1pm)
- Live performances
- Soft play bus
- BBQ
- Saddle Up Bar
Admission inc donation
Adult £9
Child 2-15 £11
Under 2's - FREE
Find out more or book: hopefield.org.uk
Easter Fun Weekend at Hopefield
Hopefield Animal Sanctuary
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sun 31st March 2024
Easter is hopping ever closer which means our fun-packed Easter Event is almost here too!
It's sure to be an egg-citing weekend at Hopefield, and your ticket will include:
? Easter trail
? Meet the Easter Bunny
? Inflatables (including toddler zone)
? Crazy Legs Children's Entertainer (12pm to 1pm)
? Live performances
We're also firing up the BBQ, flinging open the shutters on our Saddle Up Bar and eggspecting two days of perfect family fun. Tickets are limited, so once they're gone, they're gone, so do book asap to seal the Easter adventure early bird deal!
We're hopping with excitement to see you all!
Find out more or book: hopefield.org.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Treasure Island: A swashbuckling pantomime adventure
Harlow Playhouse
Fri 29th March 2024 - Wed 3rd April 2024
Join us aboard the Jolly Roger for a swashbuckling pantomime adventure like you've never seen before 'Treasure Island.'
Set sail with our talented cast of performers as they take you on an action-packed journey to find the legendary buried treasure.
Get ready to cheer for your favourite heroes, boo the dastardly villains, and sing along to catchy tunes that will have you tapping your feet!
Embark on a thrilling quest alongside young Jane Hawkins, as she discovers a mysterious treasure map that leads to untold riches. But beware! Davina the Sea Witch and her notorious crew of pirates are ready to thwart their every move. Will Jane outwit Davina and claim the treasure for herself?
With dazzling costumes, colourful sets and plenty of... Read more
Find out more or book: playhouseharlow.ticketsolve.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter Weekend Warley Place Spring Bulbs Spectacular
Warley Place Nature Reserve
Fri 29th March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10:30am - 4:30pm
Come along to this spring spectacular and let your senses do the rest. Volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions about wildlife conservation at Warley Place and Ellen Willmott's historic garden from 10.30am to 4.30pm, weather permitting. Guided walks on Saturday mornings are by appointment only by contacting Mick Hedges. Suggested donation for a tour is £5 per person and suggested admission donation is £3 per person.
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Easter Adventures at Rainham Hall
Rainham Hall
Thu 28th March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
11.00-16.00
There's a whole new set of nature adventures at Rainham Hall and Community Garden for families this Easter. Wind your way round the woodland garden searching for activities including bunny hopping races, hopscotch and other Easter fun. Zoom your way to the end and make sure you collect your Easter treat. Drop in, no need to book. Bring your adult and wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear as all activities are outdoors. £3 per participant doing the activities 11-4pm, last entry 3.30pm
Easter Eggstravaganza
Willows Activity Farm
Sat 23rd March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10-5
Willows Easter Eggstravaganza event runs until the Easter Bank Holiday on 1st April 2024. For the rest of the school holidays, there's still an egg hunt and chocolate, but the Easter Bunny is replaced by Professor Merlin for Willows Magical Adventures from 2nd - 14th April - please choose this event for these dates.
Join Willows Easter Eggstravaganza for a full day of egg-cellent family fun including our Easter Egg Hunt with chocolate treat, Easter Grotto, adorable animals, live shows, funfair rides, the PETER RABBIT adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but attract a booking fee to cover the cost of processing the booking.
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Monday 1st April
Meet the Easter Bunny at Thames Chase
Thames Chase Forest Centre
Mon 1st April 2024
From 10.30 hourly slots
Come and take part in our eggciting Easter craft session at Thames Chase!
Decorate an eggtastic wooden Easter photo frame to take home with you, meet the Easter Bunny and take your photo with them. (why not print it off and put it in your frame when you get home?) You will also receive an Easter gift from the Easter Bunny.
You would be hopping mad to miss this event! Call us on 01708 642970 to book, Cost £10 per child. (Please note full payment to be taken at time of booking. Tickets are non-refundable.)
Find out more or book: www.facebook.com
2K Easter Obstacle Run
Wild Forest
Sat 30th March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10.30
EASTER OBSTACLE RUN
30TH, 31ST MARCH & 1ST APRIL
START TIME : 10.30AM
Hop along for some cracking Easter fun for all the family. Take on the 2K woodland obstacle run, it's a relaxed, fun vibe. Your designated instructor is on hand with top tips to conquer the obstacles and we guarantee muddy feet. Test your balance skills with an egg & spoon race to the finish line . Don't forget to bring some marshmallows to toast on the roaring fire pit and each child will receive an Easter treat.
£24.00 + BOOKING FEE BOOK 4 PEOPLE GET 1 FREE
Book as a family, with your buddies or run solo. All abilities welcome.
Find out more or book: www.wild-forest.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Treasure Island: A swashbuckling pantomime adventure
Harlow Playhouse
Fri 29th March 2024 - Wed 3rd April 2024
Join us aboard the Jolly Roger for a swashbuckling pantomime adventure like you've never seen before 'Treasure Island.'
Set sail with our talented cast of performers as they take you on an action-packed journey to find the legendary buried treasure.
Get ready to cheer for your favourite heroes, boo the dastardly villains, and sing along to catchy tunes that will have you tapping your feet!
Embark on a thrilling quest alongside young Jane Hawkins, as she discovers a mysterious treasure map that leads to untold riches. But beware! Davina the Sea Witch and her notorious crew of pirates are ready to thwart their every move. Will Jane outwit Davina and claim the treasure for herself?
With dazzling costumes, colourful sets and plenty of... Read more
Find out more or book: playhouseharlow.ticketsolve.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter Weekend Warley Place Spring Bulbs Spectacular
Warley Place Nature Reserve
Fri 29th March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10:30am - 4:30pm
Come along to this spring spectacular and let your senses do the rest. Volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions about wildlife conservation at Warley Place and Ellen Willmott's historic garden from 10.30am to 4.30pm, weather permitting. Guided walks on Saturday mornings are by appointment only by contacting Mick Hedges. Suggested donation for a tour is £5 per person and suggested admission donation is £3 per person.
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Easter Adventures at Rainham Hall
Rainham Hall
Thu 28th March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
11.00-16.00
There's a whole new set of nature adventures at Rainham Hall and Community Garden for families this Easter. Wind your way round the woodland garden searching for activities including bunny hopping races, hopscotch and other Easter fun. Zoom your way to the end and make sure you collect your Easter treat. Drop in, no need to book. Bring your adult and wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear as all activities are outdoors. £3 per participant doing the activities 11-4pm, last entry 3.30pm
Easter Eggstravaganza
Willows Activity Farm
Sat 23rd March 2024 - Mon 1st April 2024
10-5
Willows Easter Eggstravaganza event runs until the Easter Bank Holiday on 1st April 2024. For the rest of the school holidays, there's still an egg hunt and chocolate, but the Easter Bunny is replaced by Professor Merlin for Willows Magical Adventures from 2nd - 14th April - please choose this event for these dates.
Join Willows Easter Eggstravaganza for a full day of egg-cellent family fun including our Easter Egg Hunt with chocolate treat, Easter Grotto, adorable animals, live shows, funfair rides, the PETER RABBIT adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but attract a booking fee to cover the cost of processing the booking.
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Tuesday 2nd April
Easter Party with Spidey and Stitch
Kiddiewinks Soft Play
Tue 2nd April 2024
10 am - 11.45
Come and join KIDDIEWINKS softplay for a soft play session with ricknroll mascots as spidey & stitch! Party games, dances and full of fun! Tickets are £10 per child (birth - 8 years) MUST BE BOOKED ONLINE and adults are £2 per person PAY ON DOOR. Tickets can be booked at www.kiddiewinkssoftplay.com see you there!
Find out more: www.kiddiewinkssoftplay.com
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Treasure Island: A swashbuckling pantomime adventure
Harlow Playhouse
Fri 29th March 2024 - Wed 3rd April 2024
Join us aboard the Jolly Roger for a swashbuckling pantomime adventure like you've never seen before 'Treasure Island.'
Set sail with our talented cast of performers as they take you on an action-packed journey to find the legendary buried treasure.
Get ready to cheer for your favourite heroes, boo the dastardly villains, and sing along to catchy tunes that will have you tapping your feet!
Embark on a thrilling quest alongside young Jane Hawkins, as she discovers a mysterious treasure map that leads to untold riches. But beware! Davina the Sea Witch and her notorious crew of pirates are ready to thwart their every move. Will Jane outwit Davina and claim the treasure for herself?
With dazzling costumes, colourful sets and plenty of... Read more
Find out more or book: playhouseharlow.ticketsolve.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Wednesday 3rd April
Easter Farm
Valence House Museum
Wed 3rd April 2024
11:00 - 16:00
11am - 4pm
Come and meet some of the newest additions to Gemma's Farm and take part in animal themed activities.
Fun for all the family!
FREE. Drop in.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter Bunny Children's Painting Workshop
Hainault Forest Craft Courtyard
Wed 3rd April 2024
10.30am - 12.30pm, 1pm - 2.30pm, 3.30pm - 5pm
Join us for a fun-filled event where your little ones can unleash their creativity at the Easter Bunny Children's Painting Workshop! Let your kids dive into a world of colours and imagination as they learn to paint adorable Easter bunnies. Our skilled teacher will guide them through the process, ensuring they have a blast while creating their own masterpieces.
Find out more or book: www.eventbrite.com
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Treasure Island: A swashbuckling pantomime adventure
Harlow Playhouse
Fri 29th March 2024 - Wed 3rd April 2024
Join us aboard the Jolly Roger for a swashbuckling pantomime adventure like you've never seen before 'Treasure Island.'
Set sail with our talented cast of performers as they take you on an action-packed journey to find the legendary buried treasure.
Get ready to cheer for your favourite heroes, boo the dastardly villains, and sing along to catchy tunes that will have you tapping your feet!
Embark on a thrilling quest alongside young Jane Hawkins, as she discovers a mysterious treasure map that leads to untold riches. But beware! Davina the Sea Witch and her notorious crew of pirates are ready to thwart their every move. Will Jane outwit Davina and claim the treasure for herself?
With dazzling costumes, colourful sets and plenty of... Read more
Find out more or book: playhouseharlow.ticketsolve.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Thursday 4th April
Easter Bonnet Decorating
Romford Shopping Hall
Thu 4th April 2024
10 - 3
Let's get creative with our Easter Bonnet Decorating drop in workshop -
Each child will have their own bonnet to decorate with a selection of items to make their bonnet beautiful
Don't worry about the clear up - we've got this ! Book your tickets and drop in anytime between 10 - 3 pm
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Friday 5th April
Easter Bunny Children's Painting Workshop
Hainault Forest Craft Courtyard
Fri 5th April 2024
10.30am - 12.00pm, 1pm - 2.30pm, 3.30pm - 5pm
Join us for a fun-filled event where your little ones can unleash their creativity at the Easter Bunny Children's Painting Workshop! Let your kids dive into a world of colours and imagination as they learn to paint adorable Easter bunnies. Our skilled teacher will guide them through the process, ensuring they have a blast while creating their own masterpieces.
Find out more or book: www.eventbrite.com
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Saturday 6th April
Aquatic Weekend at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Sat 6th April 2024 - Sun 7th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
Aquatic Animal Weekend
6th April & 7th April 2024
Did you know... 71% of the earth's surface is covered in water!
Join us as we share the incredible underwater world of animals with a range of aquatic inspired activities. Discover how long a Patagonian Sea Lion can holds its breath for or how our Animal Care Team tell our Humboldt Penguins apart! Across the weekend there will be activities around the Zoo.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Meet Skye from The Paw Patrol
The Harvey Centre
Sat 6th April 2024
Regular intervals between 10am-4pm.
Meet Skye from Paw Patrol at The Entertainer! ??
You can meet Skye in The Entertainer store on Saturday 6th April, appearing at regular intervals between 10am-4pm.
We hope to see you there!
#Harlow #TheHarveyCentre #PawPatrol #CharacterVisit #SkyePawPatrol
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Sunday 7th April
Model Railway Open Day
IWEMRC
Sun 7th April 2024
10:30 - 4
This is a perfect day out for the family, featuring free entry, a garden area, trains of all sizes, including steam trains that you can have a ride behind for a small charge. Based next to Chadwell Heath Station we are easy to get to and a friendly bunch. Whether you're looking for a day out with the kids that won't break the bank, or are looking to get involved in the hobby, why not pop down and join us for an hour or two?
Find out more: www.iwemrc.org.uk
Aquatic Weekend at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Sat 6th April 2024 - Sun 7th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
Aquatic Animal Weekend
6th April & 7th April 2024
Did you know... 71% of the earth's surface is covered in water!
Join us as we share the incredible underwater world of animals with a range of aquatic inspired activities. Discover how long a Patagonian Sea Lion can holds its breath for or how our Animal Care Team tell our Humboldt Penguins apart! Across the weekend there will be activities around the Zoo.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Monday 8th April
Grange Farm Family Forest Fun (3 - 11 years)
Roding Valley Meadows Nature Reserve
Mon 8th April 2024
10am-12pm
Join us for one of our most popular events. A morning full of fun in nature - look for mini beasts, dig in the mud kitchen, build dens, climb trees, creative crafts, and enjoy a campfire (weather permitting - we will send an email of food suggestions for toasting after booking)!
Suitable for children aged 3+.
Please come dressed for the weather as we will be outside for the whole session.
Toilets available at Grange Farm Centre.
Price
£7 per child
Advance booking is essential. Children must always be accompanied by an adult.
Meeting instructions will be sent on booking.
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Grange Farm Pond Dipping and Easter Trail (3+ years)
Roding Valley Meadows Nature Reserve
Mon 8th April 2024
10am - 11am, 10:45am - 11:45am, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Come along to Chigwell Meadows where you can discover who calls the pond their home! How many creatures can you find and name across the session?
After this, you can explore the meadow in search of nature's mini wonders in our wildlife Easter trail, and even claim a prize!
Each session consists of 30 minutes pond dipping, followed by the self-led trail at your leisure which is approximately 30 minutes long. All equipment/resources provided, including pond dipping nets, trays, ID sheets, trail maps, and a prize.
Suitable for children aged 3+. Please come dressed for the weather as we will be outside for the whole session. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please choose from 3 timed sessions on booking.
Meeting... Read more
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Tuesday 9th April
Easter Pizza School
Romford Shopping Hall
Tue 9th April 2024
10.30 am - 12 noon
Welcome to the Easter Pizza School! Join us at Romford Shopping Hall for a fun and delicious event where you can learn how to make your very own pizza from scratch. Our experienced chef will guide you through the process of creating the perfect pizza, selecting the freshest toppings, and baking your creation to perfection. Whether you're a pizza enthusiast or a complete beginner, this hands-on experience is perfect for anyone looking to have a great time while learning a new skill. We will play some games too! This is not JUST for the kids - if adults would like to get creative purchase a Adult Pizza Ticket for you too! These are £15 if you would like to join in or £2 just to attend. Don't miss out on this opportunity to impress your friends and family with your homemade pizzas! Over 5 years only PLEASE 1 adult to 1 child to help. Thank you NB we are unable to cater for food allergies at this event. Sorry
Find out more or book: www.eventbrite.com
Grange Farm Nature Tots Easter Fun (18 months - 5 years)
Roding Valley Meadows Nature Reserve
Tue 9th April 2024
10am -12pm
Event details
Date
Tuesday 9 April 2024
Time
10am -12pm
A static map of Grange Farm Nature Tots Easter Fun (18 months - 5 years)
About the event
Come along to Chigwell Meadows for an adventure full of fun in our wonderful woodland setting! Enjoy swinging in the hammock, Easter themed crafts, digging in the mud kitchen, looking for minibeasts, and so much more! We will finish the session around the campfire (weather permitting - we will send an email of food suggestions for toasting after booking). Suitable for children aged 18 months - 5 years. Please come dressed for the weather as we will be outside for the whole session. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Meeting instructions will be sent on booking. Toilets are available... Read more
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Grange Farm Minibeast Safari
Roding Valley Meadows Nature Reserve
Tue 9th April 2024
1:30pm - 2:45pm, 3pm - 4:15pm
We will explore a range of habitats with our magnifying glasses, ID charts, and sweep nets, to discover the fascinating creatures that live in our meadow and woodland! All equipment provided. Minibeast themed crafts and activities will also take place! Suitable for children aged 3+. Please come dressed for the weather as we will be outside for the whole session. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Choose from 2 sessions on booking.
Meeting instructions will be sent on booking. Suitable for children aged 3+. Please come appropriately dressed for the weather as we will be outside for the whole session, no matter what the weather! Advance booking is essential. Children must always be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Bedfords Family Forest Fun (age 3-11)
Bedfords Park Nature Discovery Centre
Tue 9th April 2024
10am-12pm
Event details
Meeting point
Outside Nature Discovery Centre
Date
Tuesday 9 April 2024
Time
10am-12pm
A static map of Bedfords Family Forest Fun (age 3-11)
About the event
Join us for a morning full of fun in nature - look for mini beasts, dig in the mud kitchen, build dens, climb trees, creative crafts, and enjoy a campfire (weather permitting - we will send an email of food suggestions for toasting after booking)!
Suitable for children aged 3+. Please come dressed for the weather as we will be outside for the whole session. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Meet outside the Nature Discovery centre on arrival Suitable for children aged 18 months - 5 years. Please come dressed for the weather... Read more
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Ingrebourne Family Forest Fun (2-9 years)
Ingrebourne Valley Nature Discovery Centre
Tue 9th April 2024
10:30am-12:30pm
Join us for one of our most popular events. A morning full of fun in nature - look for mini-beasts, dig in the mud kitchen, build dens, climb trees, creative crafts, and enjoy a campfire (weather permitting).
Suitable for children aged 2-9. Please come dressed for the weather as we will be outside for the whole session. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Advance booking required. Please meet outside the visitor centre on arrival. There will be access to toilet facilities if required.
Price
£7 per child
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Wednesday 10th April
Help the Easter Bunny Save Easter
Romford Shopping Hall
Wed 10th April 2024
10 - 3
Children of all ages are invited to join our Easter Egg hunt around the Shopping Hall gathering chocolate and goodies from some of our fabulous shop owners. You will help the Easter Bunny SAVE Easter and locate all his lost eggs! You may pop along anytime during the day - please pre book so I know how many children are expected. You may even bump into the Easter Bunny too.
Find out more or book: www.eventbrite.com
Easter Eggstravaganza
Museum of Power
Wed 10th April 2024 - Fri 12th April 2024
9.30am - 3.00pm
Adult £8.00, Concessions £7, Children (5-15) £5.00, Children under 5 FREE
Egg decorating, Peg eggs, Easter Hunt, Pom Pom Chicks, Easter Bunny making and many more....
Lets Get Crafty Workshops running
'Astaria' model village OPEN Thursdays only
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
Crafty Cabin Open
SEND Friendly: Eggcellent Easter Crafts
Valence House Museum
Wed 10th April 2024
4pm – 5pm
SEND friendly session for children with special educational needs and disabilities to enjoy with their families. This will be a reduced sensory session.
Spring into Easter and get creative with these Easter themed arts and craft activities.
£5.50 per child. Recommended suitable ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Advanced booking essential. Book through Art Tickets. https://valence-house-museum.arttickets.org.uk/
Find out more or book: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Eggcellent Easter Crafts
Valence House Museum
Wed 10th April 2024
11am - 12.30pm & 2pm - 3.30pm
Spring into Easter and get creative with these Easter themed arts and craft activities.
2 sessions available:
11am - 12.30pm
2pm - 3.30pm
£5.50 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Recommended suitable ages 5-12 years. Please ensure that you arrive promptly for the start of the session.
Advanced booking essential. Book through Art Tickets. https://valence-house-museum.arttickets.org.uk/
Find out more or book: valence-house-museum.arttickets.org.uk
Grange Farm Drop-off Day (Over 5's)
Roding Valley Meadows Nature Reserve
Wed 10th April 2024
9am - 4pm
A static map of Grange Farm Drop-off Day (Over 5's)
About the event
Make shelters, climb trees and use natural materials for crafts. Our programme will help to build confidence, enhance self-esteem and develop social skills. Each group is led by an experienced leader.
We are offering drop-off days for children aged 5 and over in to explore our fabulous park for wildlife.
A child consent form must be completed for each child attending.
https://www.essexwt.org.uk/child-consent-form
Advance booking essential. Events will be held at Chigwell Meadows, which is a 10 minutes walk from the Grange Farm Centre. Meeting instructions will be sent on booking. Please come suitably dressed for the weather as we will be outside... Read more
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Ingrebourne Wild Wednesday: Plant Power!
Ingrebourne Nature Discovery Centre
Wed 10th April 2024
10am, 11am, 12pm
Event details
Date
Wednesday 10 April 2024
Time
10am, 11am, 12pm
A static map of Ingrebourne Wild Wednesday: Plant Power!
About the event
Our staff will be hosting an hour of spring themed activities in the forest, including cooking and creating art with foraged plants. Then complete our plants and pollinators trail through the park to claim your eggcellent prize.
To secure a place, choose your preferred time slot for the hour of activities (10am, 11am or 12pm) when you book your child's ticket in advance, or you can turn up and pay on the day at the Visitor Centre (subject to availability).
Please meet outside the visitor centre on arrival. There will be access to toilet facilities if required.
Advanced... Read more
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Thursday 11th April
Grange Farm Drop-off Day (Over 5's)
Roding Valley Meadows Nature Reserve
Thu 11th April 2024
9am - 4pm
Make shelters, climb trees and use natural materials for crafts. Our programme will help to build confidence, enhance self-esteem and develop social skills. Each group is led by an experienced leader.
We are offering drop-off days for children aged 5 and over in to explore our fabulous park for wildlife.
A child consent form must be completed for each child attending.
https://www.essexwt.org.uk/child-consent-form
Advance booking essential. Events will be held at Chigwell Meadows, which is a 10 minutes walk from the Grange Farm Centre. Meeting instructions will be sent on booking. Please come suitably dressed for the weather as we will be outside for the whole session. Please bring a packed lunch, avoiding nuts in case of allergies.... Read more
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Bedfords Spring Explorers
Bedfords Park Nature Discovery Centre
Thu 11th April 2024
10am - 12pm
Come along and join us for our Spring Explorers event! Explore nature and wildlife during the guided Spring walk, feed the red deer, and finish around the warming campfire (weather permitting) surrounded by woodland.
Meet outside the Nature Discovery centre on arrival Suitable for children aged 5+. Please come dressed for the weather as we are outside for the whole session. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. Advance booking essential. Please do not bring any food with nuts in, in case of allergies.
Price
£7 per child
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Easter Eggstravaganza
Museum of Power
Wed 10th April 2024 - Fri 12th April 2024
9.30am - 3.00pm
Adult £8.00, Concessions £7, Children (5-15) £5.00, Children under 5 FREE
Egg decorating, Peg eggs, Easter Hunt, Pom Pom Chicks, Easter Bunny making and many more....
Lets Get Crafty Workshops running
'Astaria' model village OPEN Thursdays only
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
Crafty Cabin Open
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Friday 12th April
Exotic Explorers
Kiddiewinks Soft Play
Fri 12th April 2024
12-2
Come for an afternoon with some little fury friends - Easter bunnies, Fluffball the tarantula, Sarala the Snake and Aegon the bearded dragon!
Find out more: www.kiddiewinkssoftplay.com
Pond Dipping and Easter Trail (3+ years)
Roding Valley Meadows Nature Reserve
Fri 12th April 2024
10am - 11am, 10:45am - 11:45am, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Come along to Chigwell Meadows where you can discover who calls the pond their home! How many creatures can you find and name across the session?
After this, you can explore the meadow in search of nature's mini wonders in our wildlife Easter trail, and even claim a prize!
Each session consists of 30 minutes pond dipping, followed by the self-led trail at your leisure which is approximately 30 minutes long. All equipment/resources provided, including pond dipping nets, trays, ID sheets, trail maps, and a prize.
Suitable for children aged 3+. Please come dressed for the weather as we will be outside for the whole session. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please choose from 3 timed sessions on booking.
Meeting... Read more
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Thorndon Bug Buddies: Drop In
Thorndon Nature Discovery Centre
Fri 12th April 2024
10am - 3pm
Meet on the hour by the visitor centre, be led into the woodland to try your hand at searching for all our creepy critters! Use equipment like bug pots and trays to explore.
Please come suitably dressed for being outside. Car park is managed by ECC, parking charges apply. Meet outside the visitor centre on arrival, advanced booking is essential. Pick up point will be outside the centre every hour.
Price
£5.00 per child
Find out more: www.essexwt.org.uk
Easter Eggstravaganza
Museum of Power
Wed 10th April 2024 - Fri 12th April 2024
9.30am - 3.00pm
Adult £8.00, Concessions £7, Children (5-15) £5.00, Children under 5 FREE
Egg decorating, Peg eggs, Easter Hunt, Pom Pom Chicks, Easter Bunny making and many more....
Lets Get Crafty Workshops running
'Astaria' model village OPEN Thursdays only
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
Crafty Cabin Open
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Saturday 13th April
Spring Crafts For Adults
Valence House Museum
Sat 13th April 2024
11am - 12.30pm & 2pm - 3.30pm
Get those creative juices flowing and try your hand at creating some beautiful spring crafts in this workshop for adults.
2 sessions available:
11am - 12.30pm
2pm - 3.30pm
£10 per person. All materials provided. Adults only. Please ensure that you arrive promptly for the start of the session.
Advanced booking essential. Book through Art Tickets . https://valence-house-museum.arttickets.org.uk/
Find out more or book: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Dino Discovery day at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Sat 13th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
Take a step back in time with our Dino Discovery Day filled with all things prehistoric, including the chance to meet our dinosaurs and their keeper, and it's all included in the cost of your admission!
Discover extinct species from millions of years ago, from gigantic carnivores to the graceful herbivores.
We will also have a range of exciting activities taking place throughout the day too.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Thorndon Neurodivergent Easter Fun
Thorndon Nature Discovery Centre
Sat 13th April 2024
10am - 12pm
Join us in the woods for a Spring forest fun session for Neurodivergent children. We will be having a campfire, doing some natural crafts, and going for a Spring walk. We will be outside for the entirety of this session. Please email [email protected] if you have not attended one of our sessions to check suitability, before booking.
Please email before booking. Car parking charges apply, please check on the Visit Parks website for more details. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the session. Please note that there will be dogs being walked on site and there are occasionally noisy site vehicles. Toilet and cafe facilities available. Advanced booking essential.
Comfortable shoes suitable for getting muddy/wet and waterproofs advised.
Find out more or book: www.essexwt.org.uk
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter Egg Hunt
Valence House Museum
Sat 30th March 2024 - Sat 13th April 2024
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 30th March
Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th April
Saturday 6th April
Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th April
Saturday 13th April
10am - 4pm (Museum closed between 12pm - 1pm daily)
Please note we are CLOSED on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays.
Look high, look low and have an eggcellent time trying to find the hidden Easter eggs in Valence House to claim your sweetie prize.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Find out more: valencehousecollections.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Sunday 14th April
Willows' Magical Adventures!
Willows Activity Farm
Tue 2nd April 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10-5
For school holiday dates after Easter, we've swapped the Easter Bunny for Professor Merlin to make magical memories with your family at Willows' Magical Adventures!
Join us for an abracadabaaaa...rilliant day of family fun. We've still a fun hunt with chocolate treat for the little ones, a magic hunt around the Farm Park with prize, spellbinding arts and crafts, farm animals, Peter Rabbit and friend shows, funfair rides, the Peter Rabbit adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor - ALL included in the admission price.
Don't miss our Magicians Academy with a wand and certificate for everyone taking part. We also have a BRAND NEW Magic and Mayhem Show with special guests!
Children under 2 years old and carer tickets are without charge but... Read more
Find out more or book: willowsactivityfarm.digitickets.co.uk
Easter at Barleylands
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am
Step in to Spring throughout the Easter Holidays at Barleylands Farm Park with baby animals galore!
Join us for cute animal cuddles, springtime crafts, lamb bottle feeding, and lots more!
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
St-Egg-Osaurus Easter at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
9.30 - 4.30pm
St-EGG-osaurus Easter
29th March - 14th April 2024
Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!
This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a range of EGG-cellent activities suitable for the whole family.
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Easter at Woodstock Farm
Woodstock Farm
Fri 29th March 2024 - Sun 14th April 2024
10.00am - 1.00pm
Join us @ Woodstock Farm for some Easter Fun. There will be lots going on Lambing Live ( if you are lucky!!) The cutest baby lambs and goat kid's that the children and adults can bottle feed and cuddle. We want everyone to enjoy interacting with our beautiful friendly farm animals also enjoy feeding all the other farm animals including pigs, goats, chickens & handle real bunnies and baby bunnies & cute little chicks and not forgetting the guinea pigs. There will also be pony grooming with the cutest themed dressed miniature ponies and also pony rides for ages 2 - 11 years with the lovely scooty wootys ponies. The Easter Bunny will be visiting doing an easter egg hunt in the garden area also easter crafting will be available and bouncy castles. Feel free to bring a picnic and let the children... Read more
Find out more or book: www.trybooking.com
Saturday 27th April
Model Railway Exhibition
Marshalls Park Academy
Sat 27th April 2024
10am - 5pm
Returning for the first time in four years, the Ilford & West Essex Model Railway Club present West Essex Modelrail. Featuring over 15 different layouts across various scales, plus traders in attendance, we offer a family friendly day out.
Saturday 4th May
Princess Bank holiday weekend
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Sat 4th May 2024 - Mon 6th May 2024
10.00am
We are very excited about this one! We are working with the fantastic Princess Sparkle Meetings to bring you 3 days of princess shows and character appearances.
Expect a very magical weekend with a timetable set for a princess:
SATURDAY - The Queen of Ice, The Princess of Snow, The Fairest Princess & The Dream Princess
SUNDAY - The Flower Princess, The Princess of Beauty, The Wonderlands Girl & The Bravest Princess
MONDAY - The Queen of Ice, The Princess of Snow, The Glass Slipper Princess & The Mermaid Princess
Our princesses will be doing appearances throughout the day meeting and greeting, plus a fantastic live show 3 times a day. PLUS our full timetable of activities and Faces for Fun will be here too! A weekend... Read more
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
Sunday 5th May
Model Railway Open Day
IWEMRC
Sun 5th May 2024
10:30 - 4
This is a perfect day out for the family, featuring free entry, a garden area, trains of all sizes, including steam trains that you can have a ride behind for a small charge. Based next to Chadwell Heath Station we are easy to get to and a friendly bunch. Whether you're looking for a day out with the kids that won't break the bank, or are looking to get involved in the hobby, why not pop down and join us for an hour or two?
Find out more: www.iwemrc.org.uk
Princess Bank holiday weekend
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Sat 4th May 2024 - Mon 6th May 2024
10.00am
We are very excited about this one! We are working with the fantastic Princess Sparkle Meetings to bring you 3 days of princess shows and character appearances.
Expect a very magical weekend with a timetable set for a princess:
SATURDAY - The Queen of Ice, The Princess of Snow, The Fairest Princess & The Dream Princess
SUNDAY - The Flower Princess, The Princess of Beauty, The Wonderlands Girl & The Bravest Princess
MONDAY - The Queen of Ice, The Princess of Snow, The Glass Slipper Princess & The Mermaid Princess
Our princesses will be doing appearances throughout the day meeting and greeting, plus a fantastic live show 3 times a day. PLUS our full timetable of activities and Faces for Fun will be here too! A weekend... Read more
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
Monday 6th May
Princess Bank holiday weekend
Barleylands Farm Park & The Village
Sat 4th May 2024 - Mon 6th May 2024
10.00am
We are very excited about this one! We are working with the fantastic Princess Sparkle Meetings to bring you 3 days of princess shows and character appearances.
Expect a very magical weekend with a timetable set for a princess:
SATURDAY - The Queen of Ice, The Princess of Snow, The Fairest Princess & The Dream Princess
SUNDAY - The Flower Princess, The Princess of Beauty, The Wonderlands Girl & The Bravest Princess
MONDAY - The Queen of Ice, The Princess of Snow, The Glass Slipper Princess & The Mermaid Princess
Our princesses will be doing appearances throughout the day meeting and greeting, plus a fantastic live show 3 times a day. PLUS our full timetable of activities and Faces for Fun will be here too! A weekend... Read more
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
Sunday 12th May
Peppa pig at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Sun 12th May 2024
Meet Peppa Pig and George
12th May
Don't spend time jumping around in muddy puddles! Join us on 12th May as we are joined by ever-popular children TV characters, Peppa Pig and George!
Bring along your cheeky piglets to our character day where Peppa Pig and George will be greeting visitors at intervals throughout the day - more details coming soon.
Due to popularity of the event, admission for Colchester Zoo will be required to have the chance to see Peppa Pig and George on the 12th May 2024.
To allow as many visitors as possible the chance to see Peppa Pig and George, this will not be an individual 'meet and greet'! Queuing will be required but please be assured we will do our utmost to keep waiting time to a minimum.
Passholders:... Read more
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Peppa pig at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Sun 12th May 2024
Meet Peppa Pig and George
12th May
Don't spend time jumping around in muddy puddles! Join us on 12th May as we are joined by ever-popular children TV characters, Peppa Pig and George!
Bring along your cheeky piglets to our character day where Peppa Pig and George will be greeting visitors at intervals throughout the day - more details coming soon.
Due to popularity of the event, admission for Colchester Zoo will be required to have the chance to see Peppa Pig and George on the 12th May 2024.
To allow as many visitors as possible the chance to see Peppa Pig and George, this will not be an individual 'meet and greet'! Queuing will be required but please be assured we will do our utmost to keep waiting time to a minimum.
Passholders:... Read more
Find out more or book: shop.colchesterzoo.org
Sunday 26th May
Srping Country Show (Haddon Events)
Barleylands Showground
Sun 26th May 2024 - Mon 27th May 2024
10.00am-5.00pm
Haddon Events Spring Country Show is an exciting day out for all the family.
There will be so much to see and do, including thrills with stunt shows featuring cars, stunt motorcycles and fire, Sheep Dog Displays and Birds of Prey Displays.
Come and meet the animals in the Petting Zoo, supplied by Barleylands Farm, Reptile Enclosure, Monster Truck Rides, Fun Dog Zone with dog shows, Live Wrestling shows all day long, Live Music, Kids Fun Zone, Paw Patrol meet and greet, and have a go at Archery and Flyball.
Go shopping among the variety of food, craft and gift stalls, or just kick back and listen to some great live music, while you enjoy some food from our amazing street food vendors and a tasty beer or two from our fully stocked bar.
... Read more
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
Monday 27th May
Srping Country Show (Haddon Events)
Barleylands Showground
Sun 26th May 2024 - Mon 27th May 2024
10.00am-5.00pm
Haddon Events Spring Country Show is an exciting day out for all the family.
There will be so much to see and do, including thrills with stunt shows featuring cars, stunt motorcycles and fire, Sheep Dog Displays and Birds of Prey Displays.
Come and meet the animals in the Petting Zoo, supplied by Barleylands Farm, Reptile Enclosure, Monster Truck Rides, Fun Dog Zone with dog shows, Live Wrestling shows all day long, Live Music, Kids Fun Zone, Paw Patrol meet and greet, and have a go at Archery and Flyball.
Go shopping among the variety of food, craft and gift stalls, or just kick back and listen to some great live music, while you enjoy some food from our amazing street food vendors and a tasty beer or two from our fully stocked bar.
... Read more
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
Friday 31st May
Fireman Sam Live
Queens Theatre Hornchurch
Fri 31st May 2024
12.30pm
It's up to Fireman Sam to save the day
Norman wants to go on an adventure to impress his friends, so when two famous animal explorers arrive in Pontypandy, he decides to follow them into the mountains.
But when Norman discovers a rare red squirrel, one of the explorers decides to take the glory for themselves, leaving Norman stranded in a cave.
Now it's up to Fireman Sam to save the day and ensure everyone is safe on their camping adventure!
Find out more or book: www.queens-theatre.co.uk
Sunday 2nd June
Model Railway Open Day
IWEMRC
Sun 2nd June 2024
10:30 - 4
This is a perfect day out for the family, featuring free entry, a garden area, trains of all sizes, including steam trains that you can have a ride behind for a small charge. Based next to Chadwell Heath Station we are easy to get to and a friendly bunch. Whether you're looking for a day out with the kids that won't break the bank, or are looking to get involved in the hobby, why not pop down and join us for an hour or two?
Find out more: www.iwemrc.org.uk
Sunday 7th July
Model Railway Open Day
IWEMRC
Sun 7th July 2024
10:30 - 4
This is a perfect day out for the family, featuring free entry, a garden area, trains of all sizes, including steam trains that you can have a ride behind for a small charge. Based next to Chadwell Heath Station we are easy to get to and a friendly bunch. Whether you're looking for a day out with the kids that won't break the bank, or are looking to get involved in the hobby, why not pop down and join us for an hour or two?
Find out more: www.iwemrc.org.uk
Sunday 21st July
Science Museum Live
Queens Theatre Hornchurch
Sun 21st July 2024
12.30
This year join London's world-renowned Science Museum as they bring you this brand-new stage production aimed at igniting your curiosity, fuelling your imagination, and inspiring you in new and exciting ways.
Produced by Mark Thompson Productions in partnership with London's Science Museum this unmissable family show will ensure to capture the fascination of the whole family whilst learning something new and exciting too.
Find out more or book: www.queens-theatre.co.uk
Wednesday 24th July
Taylormania
Queens Theatre Hornchurch
Wed 24th July 2024
7.30pm
Taylor Swift's Eras Tribute Concert
An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time. Katy Ellis a self obsessed 'Swiftie' with an incredible live band and dancers promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see.
The show has already taken 'Swiftie' fans across the world by storm and features all of Taylor's much loved hits including; Shake It Off, Blank Space, Love Story, You Belong With Me, Look What You Made Me Do, Knew You Were Trouble and more.
Find out more or book: www.queens-theatre.co.uk
Sunday 4th August
Model Railway Open Day
IWEMRC
Sun 4th August 2024
10:30 - 4
This is a perfect day out for the family, featuring free entry, a garden area, trains of all sizes, including steam trains that you can have a ride behind for a small charge. Based next to Chadwell Heath Station we are easy to get to and a friendly bunch. Whether you're looking for a day out with the kids that won't break the bank, or are looking to get involved in the hobby, why not pop down and join us for an hour or two?
Find out more: www.iwemrc.org.uk
Saturday 17th August
5k Inflatable Obstacle run
Barleylands Showground
Sat 17th August 2024
10.00am-5.00pm
Get ready to bounce your way through The World's BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course!
This event is taking place at Basildon (Essex) on Sat 17th, August 2024, and it's going to be BIGGER, BOUNCIER, and BETTER than ever before!
The excitement has been pumped up to the MAX, you'll be jumping, sliding, and bouncing your way to the finish line like never before.
So grab your friends, lace up your trainers, and get ready for the ultimate inflatable adventure!
We've added three additional brand new obstacles, meaning you will tackle 32 gigantic obstacles on the 5K distance. Combined with five pumping music zones to motivate you around the course, this year's Inflatable 5K is the most epic yet!
This event is... Read more
Find out more or book: www.barleylands.co.uk
Sunday 1st September
Model Railway Open Day
IWEMRC
Sun 1st September 2024
10:30 - 4
This is a perfect day out for the family, featuring free entry, a garden area, trains of all sizes, including steam trains that you can have a ride behind for a small charge. Based next to Chadwell Heath Station we are easy to get to and a friendly bunch. Whether you're looking for a day out with the kids that won't break the bank, or are looking to get involved in the hobby, why not pop down and join us for an hour or two?
Find out more: www.iwemrc.org.uk