Easter egg days out for the family in essex
Easter Events in Essex for Family Fun
If you and the kids enjoy a good Easter egg hunt, you’re in for a treat! Our beautiful county is packed with exciting hunts this year, and we’ve gathered the best ones happening across Essex. Whether you’re looking for a countryside adventure or a fun-filled city search, there’s something for every little bunny to enjoy. So, let’s get cracking and make this Easter egg-stra special!
Discover Exciting Easter Events in Essex
Easter 2025 in Essex is brimming with delightful egg hunts and family-friendly activities. Here are some events you might consider:
1. Old MacDonald's Farm Easter Festival
Location: Brentwood, Essex
Dates: April 5th – 21st, 2025
Details: Enjoy an egg-citing Easter egg hunt, mesmerizing magic shows, adorable baby animal encounters, and engaging circus workshops. Don't miss the delightful puppet shows, promising endless entertainment for visitors of all ages.
1. Old MacDonald's Farm Easter Festival
Location: Brentwood, Essex
Dates: April 5th – 21st, 2025
Details: Enjoy an egg-citing Easter egg hunt, mesmerizing magic shows, adorable baby animal encounters, and engaging circus workshops. Don't miss the delightful puppet shows, promising endless entertainment for visitors of all ages.
2. Cammas Hall Farm Easter Eggstravaganza
Location: Near Bishop's Stortford, Essex
Dates: April 5th – 21st, 2025
Details: Explore their woods on an egg-cellent trail, find hidden eggs, and solve seasonal clues. The Easter Bunny will be hopping about with sweet treats.
Location: Near Bishop's Stortford, Essex
Dates: April 5th – 21st, 2025
Details: Explore their woods on an egg-cellent trail, find hidden eggs, and solve seasonal clues. The Easter Bunny will be hopping about with sweet treats.
3. Prittlewell Priory Wildlife Weekend
Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Dates: April 12th – 13th, 2025
Details: Enjoy animal handling, crafting, face painting, an activity trail, and more. Participate in a scavenger hunt to solve puzzles and win prizes.
Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Dates: April 12th – 13th, 2025
Details: Enjoy animal handling, crafting, face painting, an activity trail, and more. Participate in a scavenger hunt to solve puzzles and win prizes.
4. National Trust Easter Egg Hunts
Locations: Various National Trust properties across Essex
Dates: Throughout April 2025
Details: Embark on family-friendly trails with themed activities, solving clues to earn a chocolate reward. Trails cost £3.50 per participant.
Locations: Various National Trust properties across Essex
Dates: Throughout April 2025
Details: Embark on family-friendly trails with themed activities, solving clues to earn a chocolate reward. Trails cost £3.50 per participant.
5. Colchester Zoo's Easter Extravaganza
Location: Colchester, Essex
Dates: April 5th – 21st, 2025
Details: Join in the fun with an Easter egg hunt around the zoo, interactive animal encounters, and special talks.
Location: Colchester, Essex
Dates: April 5th – 21st, 2025
Details: Join in the fun with an Easter egg hunt around the zoo, interactive animal encounters, and special talks.
6. Markshall Estate's Great Nest Trail
Location: Coggeshall, Essex
Dates: April 5th – 21st, 2025
Details: Explore the arboretum to find giant nests and identify different eggs using the trail booklet. The leaflet is included in the admission price.
Location: Coggeshall, Essex
Dates: April 5th – 21st, 2025
Details: Explore the arboretum to find giant nests and identify different eggs using the trail booklet. The leaflet is included in the admission price.
7. Hopefield Animal Sanctuary Easter Weekend
Location: Brentwood, Essex
Dates: April 19th – 20th, 2025
Details: Meet over 500 rescued animals, participate in an Easter trail, enjoy live performances, and meet the Easter Bunny.
Location: Brentwood, Essex
Dates: April 19th – 20th, 2025
Details: Meet over 500 rescued animals, participate in an Easter trail, enjoy live performances, and meet the Easter Bunny.
8. Bourne Mill Easter Egg Hunt
Location: Colchester, Essex
Dates: April 10th – 13th, 2025
Details: Join the Easter egg hunt around the historic mill and enjoy family-friendly activities.
Location: Colchester, Essex
Dates: April 10th – 13th, 2025
Details: Join the Easter egg hunt around the historic mill and enjoy family-friendly activities.
9.Dino Easter Egg HuntVenue: Romford Shopping Hall
Town: Romford
Organiser: Romford Shopping Hall Events
Date: 15th April 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Price: £4.00
Description: Embark on a prehistoric adventure hunting for hidden dinosaur eggs! Wear your best explorer gear or fancy dress and enjoy a dino-themed Easter celebration.
Website: Dino Easter Egg Hunt
Town: Romford
Organiser: Romford Shopping Hall Events
Date: 15th April 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Price: £4.00
Description: Embark on a prehistoric adventure hunting for hidden dinosaur eggs! Wear your best explorer gear or fancy dress and enjoy a dino-themed Easter celebration.
Website: Dino Easter Egg Hunt
10. RHS Garden Hyde Hall Easter Activities
Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Dates: April 5th – 21st, 2025
Details: Enjoy a garden trail, craft activities, and discover spring blooms throughout the gardens.
Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Dates: April 5th – 21st, 2025
Details: Enjoy a garden trail, craft activities, and discover spring blooms throughout the gardens.