Last Updated on March 13, 2024 by Suzy McCullough
Welcome to our what’s on guide this Easter in the South West in 2024. This includes events and attractions that are open in Cornwall – Devon – Dorset – Gloucestershire – Somerset & Bristol – Wiltshire. Please check with the attractions that they are open and their events are running before you leave home. Please note we have not included any entrance fees below. Please visit their websites for further information.
American Museum and Gardens – Somerset
When? 29th March – 14th April
Address: Claverton Manor, Claverton Down, Claverton, Bath BA2 7BD
Event – Easter Eggcitement About – Easter trail – Hunt for our creative and colourful egg installations throughout the daffodil-filled gardens and answer the simple quiz question at each egg station to complete the fun trail with a chocolate treat at the end. The trail is £3.50 in addition to admission. Enjoy creative Easter activities at our crafting station and take part in an egg roll race on the terrace lawn every day.
Find Out More – American museum and Gardens
Antony House – Cornwall
When? Selected dates from 29th March – 11th April
Address: Ferry Ln, Torpoint PL11 2QA
Event – Easter Egg Hunts About – Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Come along and explore the beautiful garden of Antony. Prices are normal admission plus £3 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg.
Find Out More – Antony House and Garden
Avon Valley Adventure – Somerset
When? 29th March – 14th April
Address: Pixash Ln, Bath Rd, Keynsham, Bristol BS31 1TP
Event – Easter Eggstravaganza About – Step into a world of whimsy and wonder this Easter at Avon Valley! Join us for an EGGSplosive EGGStraordinary EGGStravaganza where Lambing Live meets the magic of Easter and more. Behold the marvel of the UK’s first Candy Cannon – a daily spectacle, shooting hundreds of sweets into the air, creating a delectable symphony for all to enjoy. Immerse yourself in the BAAA-rilliant Lambing Live Event, where lambs are born every day! Join our shepherds for educational talks and bottle-feeding demonstrations with our pet lambs in the Maternity-EWEnit. Meet our expectant mums and maybe see a live birth.
Find Out More – Avon Valley adventure and Wildlife Park
Avon Valley Railway – Somerset
When? 31st March & 1st April
Address: Bitton Station, Bath Rd, Bitton, Bristol BS30 6HD
Event – Chocolate Train About – Help us celebrate Easter and see our restored locomotive from the Fry’s chocolate factory in Keynsham. Discover more about this special locomotive, see displays on its history and the factory it served and talk to retired employees who worked there. As a special Easter treat, we’ll also be giving children a FREE bar of Fry’s chocolate.
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Becky Falls – Devon
When? 29th March – 14th April
Address: Manaton, Newton Abbot TQ13 9UG
Event – Easter Fun About – Find out which of our animals lay eggs (some might surprise you) in our Easter-themed Challenge and win a go on our chocolate tombola. Prize every time. Not forgetting all our usual activities, including a choice of three signposted circular walking trails. You can take your time to explore over 50 acres of woodland rich in wildlife. Children can have a go at our free Nature Challenge which includes a prize for every child.
Find Out More – Becky Falls Ancient Woodland Park
Berkeley Castle – Gloucestershire
When? 29th March – 1st April
Address: Berkeley GL13 9PJ
Event – Easter Bunny Hunt About – Enjoy a lovely Easter Bunny Hunt around the gardens at Berkeley Castle. The baby bunnies are hiding from Mrs Rabbit, and she needs your help to find them! Collect all the bunnies’ names and win a delicious chocolate egg. You could also be in with a chance to win a free lunch for 2 adults and 2 children in our brand new Kitchen Garden.
Find Out More – Berkeley Castle
Bishop’s Palace – Somerset
When? 29th March – 14th April
Address: The Bishop’s Palace, Wells BA5 2PD
Event – Easter Holidays Trail About – Follow Nell’s Wildlife Trail as you explore the 14 acres of Bishop’s Palace gardens. Collect your trail from the entrance gate on your way in and get searching! There are twelve spring pictures to find and twelve clues to help you guess what will be in each picture. Complete your trail and return it to the ticket office to win a small prize.
Find Out More – Bishops Palace and Gardens
Bowood House and Gardens – Wiltshire
When? 29th March – 14th April
Address: Old Rd, Derry Hill, Calne SN11 0LZ
Event – Spring Adventure About – The Bowood Easter Bunny has hidden 10 large eggs through the grounds. Find the eggs, unscramble the letters and guess the word to win a prize.
Find Out More – Bowood House and Gardens
Corfe Castle – Dorset
When? 29th March – 1st April
Address: The Square, Corfe Castle, Wareham BH20 5EZ
Event – Easter Egg Hunt About – Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Come along and explore the beautiful ruins of Corfe Castle. Prices are £3 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears, and a dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg. *Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut and tree nut allergies.
Find Out More – Corfe Castle National Trust
Crealy Theme Park – Devon
When? 29th March – 14th April
Address: Sidmouth Rd, Clyst St Mary, Exeter EX5 1DR
Event – Easter Egg Hunt About – Get ready to sink your teeth into this quest as you will be tasked with coordinates to reveal the locations of the hidden eggs, using your very own treasure map to win an egg-ceptional chocolate prize. Also during the Easter holidays, we will be opening your favourite rides following the Winter season including Twister, Tidal Wave & other water attractions meaning you and the family can enjoy a day full of laughs, screams and roars at the home of the most rides in Devon.
Find Out More – Crealy Theme Park and Resort
Dunster Castle – Somerset
When? 29th March – 14th April
Address: Dunster, Minehead TA24 6NY
Event – Easter Adventures Trails About – The Easter Adventures trail is back and there is lots of fun to be had with your family as you explore the gardens this Easter. Explore the nature found in Dunster’s gardens from butterflies to otters and claim your chocolate egg.
Find Out More – Dunster Castle
Dyrham Park – Gloucestershire
When? 23rd March – 14th April
Address: Dyrham, Bath, Chippenham SN14 8HY
Event – Easter Egg Hunts About – Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Come along and explore the beautiful grounds at Dyrham Park. Prices are £3 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg.
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Farmer Palmers – Dorset
When? 29th March – 11th April
Address: Wareham Rd, Organford, Poole, Organford, Poole BH16 6EU
Event – Easter Holidays About – Are you ready for an EGG-CITING adventure this Easter? The Easter Bunny is hopping back to Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park for 2024, and there’s a thrilling twist to this year’s celebration. Get ready to join the fun and help thwart the mischievous ‘Bandit Bunnies’ who plan to steal all the chocolate eggs!
Farmer Palmers – Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park
Knightshayes – Devon
When? 23rd March – 14th April
Address: Bolham, Devon, EX16 7RQ
Event – Easter Egg Hunt About – Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Come along and explore the beautiful gardens of Knightshayes. Prices are £3 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and a dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg.
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Lanhydrock – Cornwall
When? 29th March – 14th April
Address: B3268, Bodmin PL30 4AB
Event – Easter Egg Hunts About – Hop, race and hula-hoop your way through Lanhydrock’s historic formal garden. You can get out in nature as spring bursts into bloom in the gardens, indulge in a cream tea in the decorated Stables Tea room or visit one of the three Lanhydrock house routes. Make your way around the garden, complete the trail and collect a chocolate egg* at the end. You can choose from either a chocolate egg* or a vegan and Free From chocolate egg*.
Find Out More – Lanhydrock House National Trust
Longleat – Wiltshire
When? 29th March – 14th April
Address: Warminster BA12 7NW
Event – Predators: Exclusive Easter Event About – To celebrate the arrival of African-painted dogs at Longleat, we’re excited to launch our exclusive Predators event. Keep your wits about you as you explore The Longhouse this Easter holiday, as it’s taken over by predators big and small. Channel your inner carnivore and take on challenges of strength, speed and more, meet some of our smallest predators up-close, and set off on a hunt of your own with our new themed trail.
As you discover the grounds and attractions, be sure to also look out for nine giant Easter eggs. Each one has a letter and an Alice in Wonderland riddle for you to solve. Find all the clues and crack the code to receive your special treat.
Find Out More – Longleat Safari Park
Lost Gardens of Heligan – Cornwall
When? 29th March – 14th April
Address: B3273, Pentewan, Saint Austell PL26 6EN
Event – Adventures of the Lost Lamb About – This Easter, you’re invited to discover spring at The Lost Gardens of Heligan. You’ll reconnect with nature and enjoy the colours and diverse sensory richness of the gardens as you follow the adventures of Lowenna the Lost Lamb.
Collect your trail booklet from the Ticket Office and follow Lowenna’s adventure as it unfolds through the pages and on the storyboards along the way. At each trail point, you’ll find out about the next step of our little lamb’s journey and collect a stamp for your booklet.
Find Out More – The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Paradise Park and Junglebarn
When? 29th March – 14h April
Address: 16 Trelissick Rd, Hayle TR27 4HY
Event – Easter Golden Egg Challenge About – A great time to visit Paradise Park with the start of the ‘Eagles of Paradise Display’ and ‘Free Flying Bird Show’ plus, close encounters at Lorikeet feeding time and the Easter Golden Egg Challenge with some yummy chocolate rewards.
Find Out More – Pencarrow House and Garden
Pencarrow House and Gardens – Cornwall
When? 31st March – 1st April
Address: Washaway, Bodmin PL30 3AG
Event – Easter Trail About – Come and join us for our Easter trail around the gardens. Follow the clues hidden in the gardens, solve the puzzle and collect your prize from the shop. Under 16s are free, normal adult garden entry fees apply. No need to pre-book.
Find Out More – Pencarrow House and Garden
Pendennis Castle – Cornwall
When? 23rd March – 14th April
Address: Castle Dr, Falmouth TR11 4LP
Event – Easter Adventure Quest About – Join us for a cracking adventure quest at Pendennis Castle this Easter holiday. Hunt for clues in the castle grounds, track down the Easter eggs and get rewarded with a tasty chocolate treat. You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book, and you can pay when you arrive at the site.
Find Out More – Pendennis Castle
Roves Farm – Wiltshire
When? 29th March – 14th April
Address: Roves Farm & Visitor Centre, Sevenhampton, Swindon SN6 7QG
Event – Easter Eggstravaganza About – Please visit their website as information will be released soon.
Find Out More – Roves Farm
Stourhead – Wiltshire
When? 23rd March – 14th April
Address: Stourton, Warminster BA12 6QF
Event – Easter Trail About – Enjoy family fun at Stourhead this Easter with egg-citing Easter-themed activities. Make your way around the garden, complete the trail and collect a chocolate egg* at the end. You can choose from either a chocolate egg* or a vegan and Free From chocolate egg*. The trail will cost £3 per child to be paid at the event, on the day.
Find Out More – Stourhead
The Tank Museum – Dorset
When? 29th March – 14th April
Address: Linsay Rd, Bovington, Wareham BH20 6JG
Event – Easter Holiday About – Easter fun for the whole family to enjoy. The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and their crews to life. Experience the biggest day out in history with 300 tanks, explosive live displays, kids’ activities, and more at Dorset’s largest indoor attraction. Free children’s trails.
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Woodlands Family Theme Park – Devon
When? 3rd and 9th April
Address: Woodlands Leisure Park A3122, Totnes TQ9 7DQ
Event – Character Events About – 3rd – Meet Bluey at Woodlands – Bluey is coming to Woodlands on Wednesday the 3rd of April! Say hello to one of TV’s most popular characters and get a photo together! This meet & greet event is included with standard admission tickets to Woodlands. 9th Titan the Robot Show – expect his usual hilarious robotic antics! With a unique blend of comedy, street theatre and music Titan creates a show unrivalled in the world today.
Find Out More – Woodlands Family Theme Park
Wookey Hole – Somerset
When? 23rd March – 14th April
Address: The Mill, High St, Wookey Hole, Wells BA5 1BB
Event – Big Easter Event About – The Witch loves to celebrate Easter at Wookey Hole, it’s one of her favourite times of the year! With spring blossoming across our beautiful valley, the witch takes the opportunity to join the Big Easter Event and roams around to say hello. The kids will love the Easter Egg Hunt around the park where they can collect a free Easter treat at the end.
Find Out More – Wookey Hole
World of Country Life – Devon
When? 29th March – 12th April
Address: W Down Ln, Sandy Bay, Exmouth EX8 5BY
Event – Easter Holiday About – Egg-citing events throughout the holidays
Find Out More – World of Country Life
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