The Easter holidays have arrived – the perfect opportunity to spend time with family and make memories together. With spring in full swing and the sun shining, it’s a great time to try new activities and enjoy the outdoors.
Whether you’re planning big days out or looking to spend time at home, there are plenty of ways to keep everyone entertained. We’ve put together a list of things to do this Easter holidays if you’re looking for a little inspiration over the next two weeks.
Easter Egg Hunt
You can’t go wrong with an Easter egg hunt! A core childhood memory for many, it’s a tradition you won’t regret taking part in. Simply hide some chocolate eggs around the garden or house and let the kids run wild searching for them. You could even write some fun riddles as clues to make things a bit trickier for older children.
Visit a farm
Spring guarantees one thing: baby animals. There’s no better time to visit your local farm! The barns are always buzzing with excitement at this time of year, and there are so many activities for your little ones to enjoy. And let’s be honest – it’s fun for the adults too. From bottle-feeding lambs to holding baby chicks, not only is the cute factor off the charts, but it’ll also create memories for life.
Make nest cakes
Easy to make and utterly delicious, chocolate nest cakes are always a hit. As long as you don’t mind a little mess, this is a great rainy-day activity to keep kids entertained – and of course, there’s a chocolatey treat to enjoy at the end! Check out the recipe here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/eastereggnests_93841
Easter Crafts
From simple paper projects to prints made from potatoes, there are so many ways to get creative and make some Easter crafts. Perfect for rainy days or for sitting at the garden table soaking up some spring sunshine, crafts are a crowd pleaser and a great way to spend quality time together while letting imaginations run wild. The BBC have so many ideas to browse here: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/easter-crafts
Picnic in the park
A picnic in the park is a simple way to enjoy the spring sunshine and fresh air this Easter. Whether you’re spreading out a blanket under a shady tree or finding a sunny patch of grass, packing some sandwiches, snacks, and drinks makes for a fun and relaxed day. Perfect for little ones to run around, play games, or explore nature, picnics are a great way to unwind as a family while creating happy memories together.
Pottery Painting
Another activity to keep little hands busy has to be pottery painting. With the rise of ‘paint and sip’ events across the UK, there’s bound to be a pottery painting café local to you, making it a fun afternoon out. Enjoy a slice of cake and a hot drink while painting designs onto mugs, plates, dog bowls, and more.
Bike Rides
Embrace the outdoors by going on a family bike ride. Pack a small backpack with snacks and water, and make a day of it – little ones will love the adventure, and adults will enjoy the chance to unwind and take in the spring scenery. If your little one can’t yet ride a bike and you fancy a challenge, the Easter holidays are the perfect time to teach them!
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Inject some fun into your family walks, or let little ones roam free in the back garden with a nature scavenger hunt. Make a list of things they’re likely to find in nature this time of year, and set them off to see how many they can spot. Some ideas for spring include: new green leaves, blossom, springy moss, sticky leaf buds, twigs, and eggshells (that are already on the ground – stay away from bird nests!). The Woodland Trust has even more ideas to inspire your hunt.
https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/blog/2020/01/nature-scavenger-hunts/
Hopefully these ideas were helpful and sparked some ideas! We hope you have a fun-filled Easter holidays!
