Easter half term is nearly here and over the two-week break, there can be times when you’re not sure how to fill the time – especially with kids. Have no fear – we’ve put together some fun activities to participate in over the Easter break. From shows to farms to Easter egg hunts, there’s something for all the family across Kent and Sussex!
SCOTNEY CASTLE'S EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA
SCOTNEY CASTLE'S EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA
Head to Scotney Castle from 23rd March-7th April and join in the Easter Egg-stravaganza where you can make your way around the gardens and discover all the weird and wonderful egg-laying creatures and take selfies in the family-sized nest plus you’ll get a free chocolate egg at the end! Just £3 per trail, it’s a super cheap and fun-filled day out for all ages.
All that egg-hunting will give you an appetite – why not head over to The Vineyard, Lamberhurst for a delicious pub meal with a large play area for the kids outside and a dog-friendly bar area?
SCAVENGER HUNT AT THE WISHFUL THINKER
SCAVENGER HUNT AT THE WISHFUL THINKER
Join us on Sunday 24th March at The Wishful Thinker for an Easter Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza!
Kids of all ages are welcome in the garden for a scavenger egg hunt from 11am-1pm. Entry is £3 to be paid on the day and all proceeds go to to Lenham Nursery.
We’re passionate about supporting local businesses and have been working closely with Lenham Nursery to help fund their big build project by donating 50p of every power bowl to the build.
We’ll also be holding a raffle after the hunt!
Why not book a table with us after to enjoy a delicious roast?
THE KENT LIFE HERITAGE FARM, MAIDSTONE
THE KENT LIFE HERITAGE FARM, MAIDSTONE
Open 29 Mar – 14 Apr. Celebrate Easter and the baby boom while having lots of fun at Kent Life Heritage Park Farm near Maidstone! Say hello to all the beautiful lambs and goat kids, and look out for the lovely bottle feeding demonstrations throughout the day! There’s just so much else to do at this great attraction!
Family ticket packages are offered for a discount. Definitely worth spending the day here and tire out the kids!
Hungry after all of that excitement? The Herbalist in Maidstone would love to host you for lunch or dinner with lots of yummy dishes including our signature wood-fired sourdough pizzas! Vegan and gluten-free options available.
RIVERHILL HIMALAYAN GARDENS, SEVENOAKS
RIVERHILL HIMALAYAN GARDENS, SEVENOAKS
We included Riverhill Himalayan Gardens in our ‘best things to do in Sevenoaks’ blog because of their beauty! The annual ‘Bunny Hunt’ is back from 1st-10th April. Find the bunnies hiding amongst the Rhododendrons, and claim your sweet treat.
We hope you won’t fill up on sweet treats and join us at The Pheasant Plucker, Ide Hill for seasonal dishes from our new spring menu. (The puds are delicious too if you can fit them in!)
LEEDS CASTLE
LEEDS CASTLE
Leeds Castle is always a sure bet for a day of fun and Easter is no different! From Saturday 29th Mar – 14th April, participate in an Easter Quest where you’ll need to crack clues and collect hidden golden eggs to be rewarded with an edible prize at the end.
You can meander through the beautiful spring gardens before collapsing into The Potting Shed, Langley where we’ll feed and water you before you continue your activities. We’ve got live music from Laura Lawton on 29th March!
TRINITY THEATRE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS
TRINITY THEATRE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Another for theatre lovers. Trinity Theatre Tunbridge Wells has Pinocchio playing on 1st April. Puppetry, shadows, illusion and especially composed music combine to create a show with something for all ages; it’s inventive, visually and verbally witty with a big heart.
You’ll be hungry after all of that, so why not take the short drive to The Lazy Fox, Mark Cross? With breathtaking views, a dog-friendly garden and bar and a large playing area for the little ones, you’ll not want to leave!
We’ve got live music from Mark Lees on 31st March!
We hope these ideas have inspired you to make the most of some well-earned time off to enjoy with family, friends, kids and doggos. As always, we can’t wait to welcome you through our doors. Take a look at our What’s On page to see what live music we have going on!
