UK Easter holiday guide: family activities & road trips

Easter 2022 will be here before you know it in the UK and we are prepping for some springtime fun!

There is no better time to hit the road than Easter. The air is getting warmer the days are getting longer and we have some sweet treats in store for you, including easter egg hunting, lambs, and a whole lot of entertaining the kids for two whole weeks.

Spring into action this half term holiday and hit the road on a fun-filled adventure around the UK. Keep reading for nine must-do activities this Easter!

9 family-friendly activities to do this Easter

1. Cotswold Farm Park - Cheltenham

Sitting in the heart of the Idyllic Cotswolds, you will find the cream of the crop when it comes to farming experiences. Adam Henson from Countryfile has a long-standing reputation on this family-owned and operated farm. Visitors can interact closely with the animals, visit educational talks, watch the lambs being born, and even stay the night for a real countryside experience.

2. Eureka! The National Children's Museum - West Yorkshire

Extraordinary, jam-packed, and educational are but a few words to describe Eureka. This hands-on interactive exhibit centre is designed to inspire and educate all who visit. Pass through six zones and watch as your kids learn through interactive play. With over 400 exhibits to play with, you are guaranteed a full day out here in Halifax, West Yorkshire.

3. Chatsworth House – Bakewell

Chatsworth House is a worthy destination for any UK family holiday but Easter time is a particularly special time to visit. With gardens to explore, a farmyard, playgrounds, and daily activities you could spend a whole weekend ticking activities off your list. Book your tickets for the Easter trail to help find the willow animals or get crafty with a hands-on Easter craft day. There will be Easter egg hunts and an Easter Eggspress tour where you might spot the Easter Bunny!

4. Twycross Zoo – Gruffalo Discovery Land - Leicestershire

A world of fun and imagination awaits. Twycross Zoo is proud to become the home of the Gruffalo Discovery Land in the UK. Bringing together the characters we know and love in a conservation environment designed to protect wilding and educate the next generation. With real-life animatronics, this exhibition will spark the imaginations of all who visit. The Midlands is the perfect place to escape and explore this Easter.

5. York Chocolate Festival - York

What is Easter without a little indulgence and where better than one of the best food festivals in the UK? Enjoy five days of sweet teats in York City Centre. From chocolate courses to cake making, tasting stations, and more York’s proud chocolate heritage will be on display for all to indulge in.

6. Warwick Castle - Warwick

Keen to delve into a little history this holiday? Why not park up at the Warwick Castle and explore the castle towers, ramparts, and over 64 acres of beautiful grounds. Join in the fun and watch as the resident Bowman takes the stage and be sure to catch the Falconers Quest, the UK's biggest bird of prey show. One for the kids and adults here in the Midlands.

7. Warner Bros Harry Potter Studio Tour - Watford

Go behind the scenes of the magic and discover the spellbinding Harry Potter Studio Tour. From Hogwarts Great Hall to a full-sized Diagon Alley, Gringotts, and the chance to fly your very own broomstick there is an incredible amount of detail to be found at the Warner Bros Studio. Delve deep into the history of Harry Potter and see how this film series can to life. For all wizards in the making, this is a must-do.

8. Tree Top Trek - Various locations

Keen to get the little ones outdoors and into nature? This award-winning aerial adventure is the perfect place to hang loose, swing, climb and fly through a woodland canopy. With treks suitable for kids and adults this natural playground is an epic day out. With locations at Brockhole, Windermere, or Heaton Park in Manchester you can zipline your way around the UK and into a breath-taking tree-top canopy in no time.

9. The Snow Centre – Hertfordshire

There won't be much snow left in the alps but that shouldn't stop you from learning how to ski or snowboard this Easter. Head to the snow centre in Hertfordshire whether you are a beginner or a pro they have you covered. Ski lessons, tubing fun, and a 160m main slope for you to slip and slide down.

This is the ‘winter’ escape you need without the hassle of plane travel. Off the slopes fuel up at the lodge bar and restaurant or kick back and watch the winter sports on the big screen.

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