Tuesday 15 April 2014

Top Easter Events across the Country

With Easter on the horizon it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to spend those valuable extra days off work. As the weather brightens up and summer moves closer, we all need to get ourselves outside and make the most of that vitamin D! So, what’s going on this Easter and where can we find it? Here are some of the best events happening in in the UK’s top locations over the next couple of weeks.

London

Who doesn’t love a spring visit to the capital? Whether you’re enjoying a weekend break in London or you live in the area, you’ll be glad to know that there’s plenty going on during the Easter break. This years’ major event that is a must visit for anyone in the city is the incredible Feast of St George. Celebrated in the iconic Trafalgar Square on Monday April 21st, you can enjoy a full day of traditional English feasting and frolics including live music, entertainers and even a spot of Morris dancing. There’s fun for the whole family with food at the forefront of the party, with free tastings, street-food stalls and high-class cookery demos dotted around. A children's marquee will be set up for craft workshops and storytelling sessions, too.

Leeds

Heading further north and you can enjoy some really great Easter events in Leeds this April. This cosmopolitan city is surrounded by miles of Yorkshire countryside and some of the country’s finest stately homes - one of which is Lotherton Hall. Until April 21st, visitors to this Edwardian Country Estate can take on the family Easter Trail, exploring the extensive grounds, Red Deer Park, bird garden, nature trails and historic stables for the prizes. Great fun! The rest of the estate includes gardens, walks and two children's play areas so you can spend the day there if the weather turns out nice.

Kent

Kent is filled with brilliant attractions, and this Easter there are a whole host of events waiting for you to get involved. Over Easter weekend, Drusillas Zoo Park welcomes some weird and wonderful creatures into its grounds for you to meet. Get up close to some of the world’s most quirky creatures with a family ticket from just £44. The Animal Encounters Day takes place on Good Friday but stick around until Easter Monday for the Reptile Roadshow! It’ll be a hit whatever your age.

York

York is one of the most popular destinations for Easter Breaks which is why the historic city hosts so many incredible events during the holidays. Get out and about around this wonderful location by getting involved with the York City Cycle Tour and discover places that the sightseeing bus tours can’t reach. For just £20pp the whole family can borrow a bike and take a tour of York, from the rivers to the buildings, historic landmarks to shopping highlights. Book in advance though as it’s a very popular tour.

Edinburgh

The Scottish capital is a fantastic city break location whatever the time of year, but during Easter it’s even more exciting. The city’s famous Royal Botanic Gardens are hosting an exciting family event until the 21st April – The Golden Bunny Hunt. Grab your activity pack and explore the gardens until you discover the elusive golden bunny. Follow clues and learn about the plant life and inhabitants along the way, a great way of learning whilst you have fun. The gardens are open from 10am until 6pm so you can spend as long as you want trying to find them!


Whatever you do this Easter, make sure you get out and about as much as possible and take advantage of the fabulous destinations the UK has to offer. Whether you’re staying at home or you’re paying a visit to a new city, explore as much as you can whilst the weather stays fine!

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