Looking for things to do in London during the Easter school holidays? In this guide, you’ll find a list of Easter events and activities for kids in London that are coming up in April 2025.
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When are the Easter school holidays in London?
The Easter school holidays for most schools in Greater London is from Monday, 7 April to Monday, 21 April 2025. The Easter bank holiday weekend is from Friday, 18 April (Good Friday) to Monday, 21 April (Easter Monday).
Easter Egg Hunts in London 2025
Several venues and attractions around London organise special Easter egg hunt trails with a chocolate treat or prize at the end. Hampton Court Palace, Merchant Square Paddington, London Zoo and National Trust sites have recently announced details about this year’s Easter Egg Hunts.
Latest updates to the Easter Family Days Out list include the Big Egg Hunt, Hunt for the Green Dragon Eggs at London Museum of Water and Steam, Family Circus at Chessington Garden Centre, Zoonormous Egg Hunt at London Zoo and the Giant Easter Egg Hunt at RHS Wisley.
Read on for more details of where to find Easter Egg Hunts in London 2025.
This post is currently being updated with the latest information on events and activities coming up in London during the 2025 Easter school holidays.
Easter Holidays in London 2025 Map
I am also pinning the top places in London for Easter egg hunts, kids theatre shows and family activities in my “Easter Holidays in London with Kids 2025″ Google Map Guide. For a direct link to the map to bookmark, click here. To explore the map, click on the door sign with an arrow just before the map title.
Easter Activities in London with Kids
Most Easter family activities and events in London will be on from the first weekend of April. I will continue to add to this list as more events and activities are announced, so do check back for more updates over the coming weeks.
For even more days out inspiration around London, I will also include upcoming Easter events and activities in neighbouring Surrey and Kent.
The Big Egg Hunt 2025 across London
24 March – 27 April 2025
Elephant Family are joining forces with Clarence Court eggs for the Big Egg Hunt 2025 across London. The world’s biggest egg hunt invites the public to find giant decorated eggs hidden in cityscapes. The egg sculptures will be scattered across iconic locations and landmarks around London, including Chelsea, Covent Garden, Canary Wharf and the Battersea Power Station.
Decorated by a variety of leading artists, the eggs will be part of a free public art exhibition allowing visitors to “collect the eggs” via an app and redeem prizes along the way. “The Big Egg Hunt” app will be available to download from 24 March.
The Big Egg Hunt supports Elephant Family. Once the trail is finished, all eggs will be auctioned off to raise funds for the charity’s vital conservation work to protect habitats and wildlife in South Asia.
Read latest updates about The Big Hunt 2025
The Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt at Hampton Court Palace
29 March – 21 April 2025
The Lindt GOLD BUNNY hunt at Hampton Court Palace is one of the most popular Easter Egg trails. Explore over 60 acres of palace gardens and find the Lindt Gold Bunny statues that are hiding there.
The Hampton Court Palace Easter hunt is designed for children aged 4-12 years old and their families. Follow the trail and match the names of influential characters to the distinctive red ribbons adorning every Lindt GOLD BUNNY statue.
When you have finished, remember to collect a Lindt GOLD BUNNY (10g) chocolate reward. Non chocolate rewards are also available on request. The Lindt Gold Bunny hunt is included in palace admission (members go free.) Under 5s go free and will not need a ticket.
Combine with a visit to the Magic Garden at Hampton Court Palace (also included in palace admission, members go free) for a fun family day out.
Address: Hampton Ct Way, Molesey, East Molesey KT8 9AU
Book your tickets to visit Hampton Court Palace
Easter Egg Hunts at National Trust sites
2 – 21 April 2025, dates vary by location
National Trust have recently announced details about Easter Egg Hunts and activities at their sites around London.
Related: Visiting Osterley House and Gardens National Trust with Kids
The following National Trust sites in London are running Easter egg hunts and family activities over the Easter school holidays;
Osterley House and Gardens (2 – 21 April) – Explore the beautiful gardens of Osterley and discover the nature-inspired activities along this year’s Easter trail. The trail price costs £3 per person.
Ham House and Garden (5 – 21 April) – Make your way along a trail inspired by the English Civil Wars and enjoy activities for the whole family. The Easter trail price is £3.50 per person.
Morden Hall Park (17 – 21 April) – Join Bunny Ranger at Morden Hall Park for a fun-filled Easter trail. Family activities include welly wanging, child-safe axe throwing and ring-toss games. Easter trail prices are £3.50 per trail.
The price of the National Trust Easter trails includes an Easter trail map, bunny ears and choice between a dairy or vegan and Free From chocolate egg at the end. Normal National Trust admission applies.
Read more details about Easter Egg Hunts at National Trust sites
Hunt the Green Dragon Eggs at London Museum of Water & Steam
5 – 21 April 2025
London Museum of Water & Steam is hosting an egg hunt like no other this Easter. The dragon that dwells on Green Dragon Lane has hidden all her eggs around the Museum for safekeeping. Follow the trail and find all the eggs before they hatch!
Complete the egg hunt and claim a special Easter prize at the end. The trail is aimed at children aged 3 and up. This is a paid for activity, more information to be released soon.
Related: London Museum of Water and Steam with Kids
In addition to the Green Dragon Egg hunt, there will be plenty of family-friendly activities happening every day at the Museum over the school holidays. Enjoy water-filled fun at the Splash Zone, get busy with dragon-themed and Easter crafting in the Waterworks Gallery and bring along a mythical soft toy (dragons, unicorns or fairies) for family storytelling in the Babcock Room.
Book tickets to visit London Museum of Water & Steam
Supertato at Kew Gardens
5 – 21 April 2025
Kew Gardens are running a fun-filled Supertato family event over the Easter school holidays based on the bestselling books by Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet.
Join Supertato’s super squad, thwart the Evil Pea and save veggies in distress in hands-on activities. Tackle fun challenges while discovering how fruits and veggies grow and exploring their shapes and colours.
Related: Spring in Kew Gardens London
Combine with the Children’s Garden at Kew playground or exploring the log trail in the Natural Area for a fun day out at Kew Gardens.
Easter Adventure at Hobbledown Heath
5 – 21 April 2025
Hobbledown Heath in West London have an egg-stra special line-up to celebrate during the Easter holidays. Family activities this Easter at Hobbledown Heath include an Easter Egg trail, archery sessions and meeting the Easter Bunny in his Burrow.
Also at Hobbledown Heath, learn more about the animals at educational talks and feeding times with zookeepers, and watch a range of owls, hawks and falcons take to the skies at the CODA Birds of Prey Centre.
Book tickets to visit Hobbledown Heath
Easter Adventure Quest at Eltham Palace and Gardens
5 – 27 April 2025
Join in on an adventure quest at Eltham Palace and Gardens in Greenwich this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!
The Easter Adventure Quest costs an additional £2 per child to take part, for members or non-members.
Book tickets to visit Eltham Palace and Gardens
Family Activities at London Transport Museum
5 – 21 April 2025
Explore the Keeping London Moving family event at London Transport Museum over the Easter school holidays. Join in on a series of fun activities to celebrate highlights from the last 25 years and the people who have been part of that journey.
Family activities, which are all free with Museum admission, include creating your own invention to carry people across the Thames and mapping out your own transport network.
Book tickets to visit the London Transport Museum
Zoonormous Egg Hunt at London Zoo
5 – 21 April 2025
One of the London’s top family attractions, the London Zoo covers 36 acres in Regent’s Park and is home to over 750 different species of animals. This Easter, join in on family fun with the Zoonormous Egg Hunt on at London Zoo.
Follow the Easter egg hunt and collect missing letters from your trail card, learning about some of the egg-laying birds at London Zoo along the way. Crack the secret password to gain access to a secret end location and a tasty treat!
Visitors can also enjoy special Easter crafts, photo opportunities and games over the school holidays.
Book tickets to visit ZSL London Zoo
Easter Family Activities at WWT London Wetland Centre
5 April – 1 June 2025
With over 105 acres of nature reserve to explore, WWT London Wetland Centre is a wonderful place to enjoy a day out in London with kids year-round.
Related: London Wetland Centre Barnes with Kids
In time for the Easter school holidays, London Wetland Centre Barnes is launching a new Lloyd of the Flies wetland bug hunt. Follow the trail to help Lloyd and tour guide Dart the dragonfly find Lloyd’s friends and family and make their way to the bug hotel.
Book tickets to visit WWT London Wetland Centre
Discovery Days at The Hyde Park Learning Centre
8 – 10 and 15 – 17 April 2025
Join in on free, educational activities celebrating the signs of spring at the Hyde Park Learning Centre over the Easter school holidays. All visitors are welcomed on a first come, first served basis. Drop in anytime between 11am to 3pm.
The following are details about the free Hyde Park Learning Centre Discovery Days coming up this April;
Spring Surprises (8 – 10 April) – Activities suitable for the whole family to enjoy include pond dipping sessions, exploring their wildlife garden, making a seedball to plant at home and springtime story sessions.
Related: Best Places to See Spring Flowers in London
Marvellous Mammals (15 – 17 April) – Learn about mammals and their habitats through nature-inspired activities and storytelling sessions. Discover how to identify mammal tracks and create your own, and make a bat finger puppet and hunt for insects.
Register your interest at the Hyde Park Learning Centre
Easter Egg Hunt at Merchant Square Paddington
11 April 2025
The annual Easter Egg Hunt is coming back to Merchant Square on 11 April, from 11am to 4pm. Enjoy a day of Easter-themed activities for children of all ages!
This year’s adventure at Merchant Square features “Hunt for the Hidden Eggs: A Whisker-Twitching Easter Adventure!” Step into a magical, character-led adventure filled with dress-up, storytelling, songs, games and a thrilling egg hunt.
The main attraction is an Easter Bunny Hunt, where families can collect maps and search for special Easter yard signs throughout Merchant Square for a chocolate prize.
Read more details at Merchant Square
Spring Fair at the Horniman Museum and Gardens
19 April 2025
Join in with seasonal fun and games at the annual Horniman Spring Fair this Easter. There will be live music, craft workshops, bubble performances, an Easter bonnet parade, traditional fete games and much more.
Related: Visiting the Horniman Museum and Gardens with Kids
Check back for more details on ticket information and the Horniman Spring Fair event programme.
Check latest updates about the Spring Fair at the Horniman Museum
Book tickets to visit Kew Gardens
Easter Holidays Kids Theatre Shows in London
Here’s a list of what’s on for kids at London Theatres during the Easter school holidays.
Beegu at The Unicorn Theatre
22 March – 4 May 2025
Lost on Earth after her spaceship crashes, Beegu wanders off to find some friends.
She is a friendly little creature, but the Earth People don’t seem very welcoming at all. So far she has only met the BIG ones; perhaps the little people are a different matter.
Alexis Deacon’s much-loved tale about friendship, respect and the importance of including others is brought to life in this heart-warming stage adaptation.
Running time: approximately 50 minutes. Tickets from £13.50 for adults and £10.50 for under 18s. Recommended for ages 3 – 7.
Book tickets at The Unicorn Theatre
Chicken Licken at Polka Theatre
5 April – 11 May 2025
Join our courageous chicken who needs to let everyone know this is a problem! Chicken Licken is joined by her brave group of friends Henney Penney, Ducky Lucky, Goosey Loosey and Turkey Lurkey.
Live music, songs, puppetry and fun combine to tell this classic tale.
Running time: approximately 60 minutes. Tickets from £10 for adults and children. Suitable for ages 3 – 7
Book tickets at Polka Theatre
Easter Activities in Surrey with Kids
Easter Egg Hunt at National Trust Surrey sites
29 March – 21 April 2025, dates vary by location
The following National Trust sites in Surrey are running Easter egg hunts and family activities over the Easter school holidays;
Claremont Landscape Garden (29 March – 21 April) – Go through the rabbit hole to a world where everything’s a bit bonkers this Easter. Have a go at Mad Hatter’s fun-filled activities, from races on the lawn to messing about in a mud kitchen.
Polesden Lacey (29 March – 21 April) – Join Grizwald the Griffin to explore the beautiful gardens, house and estate, with 10 fun family activities along the way.
Box Hill (5 – 21 April) – Follow the Easter trail at Box Hill through the natural play area with different games and challenges along the way. Egg rolling at Box Hill (18 – 21 April) – from 11am to 3pm each day, bring your own decorated egg and join in the tradition of egg rolling down Box Hill.
The price of the National Trust Surrey Easter trails costs £3.50 per trail and includes a trail map, pencil and a chocolate egg at the end. Normal National Trust admission applies.
Check for latest updates about Easter Egg Hunts at National Trust sites
Easter Experiences at Priory Farm Discovery Land
4 – 21 April 2025
Dive into a world of giant carrots, Easter Bunnies and outdoor fun at Priory Farm this spring. The Discovery Land seasonal nature trail, The Great Big Carrot Hunt, will be running from 4 – 21 April.
Between 12 – 21 April, hop aboard the Easter Bunny tractor ride for an adventure through the fields searching for hidden crunchy carrots to put into your buckets. When you are ready, head over to the Easter Bunny to swap your harvest for a delicious treat.
The Easter Bunny tractor ride journey takes approximately 1 hour. Tickets for the Tractor Ride adventure include entry to Discovery Land on the same day.
Book tickets for Priory Farm Discovery Land
Easter Eggstravaganza at Bocketts Farm Park
5 – 21 April 2025
Bocketts Farm Park is one of the best farm parks to visit near London, with acres of outdoor playgrounds, trailer rides, pig races, feeding the farm animals, indoor soft play and small animal encounters.
Related: Day Out at Bocketts Farm Park
During the Easter school holidays, see the the baby lambs, chicks and ducklings; complete an Easter Trail with chocolate treats, get creative in the Craft Corner and watch live shows in the Easter garden.
Address: Young Street, Fetcham, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 9BS
Book your tickets to visit Bocketts Farm Park
Easter at Hobbledown Epsom
5 – 21 April 2025
Hop on over to Hobbledown for an egg-stra special celebration this Easter break. Exciting family-friendly activities include Easter trails, testing your skills with archery and the Easter Hop and Bop.
Related: Days Out at Hobbledown Adventure Park Surrey
Related: Days Out at Hobbledown Adventure Park Surrey
Book tickets to visit Hobbledown Epsom
Easter Fun at Godstone Farm
5 – 21 April 2025
Enjoy a fun day out at Godstone Farm this spring! This year’s Easter Grotto Experience is now available to book for you to meet the Easter Bunny in his enchanting spring grotto. Make sure to select the same date for both Farm Entry and the Easter Grotto.
Godstone Farm is a great farm park to visit with young children since it’s easy to walk around. Discover over 500 incredible animals, spot the playful lambs and dive into exciting Easter activities.
Families can enjoy spring crafts, a story board walk and a quiz trail. Keep an eye out for the Animal Holding experiences for an opportunity to get up close to their smaller animals.
Address: Tilburstow Hill Road, Godstone, RH9 8LX
Book your tickets to visit Godstone Farm
Easter Activities at Chessington World of Adventures
5 – 21 April 2025
Have an unforgettable wild adventure at Chessington World of Adventures over the school holidays.
Easter activities include meeting Bonnie the Easter Bunny and exploring the park on a Giant Easter Egg Trail, with each one hiding a special clue.
Book your tickets to visit Chessington World of Adventures
Family Circus at Chessington Garden Centre
6 – 19 April 2025
The Circus of Dreams returns to Chessington Garden Centre this Easter, with an all-new, fun-filled Classic Family Circus. Enjoy a spectacular showcase of brand-new acts, jaw-dropping performances and timeless circus magic for all ages.
Tickets cost £9 per person. Under 1s will not require a ticket as long as they are sat on laps. The shows will run for 45 minutes.
Book your tickets at the Chessington Garden Centre
Easter Eggvent at Crockford Bridge Farm
17 – 19 April 2025
The Easter Eggvent is back this spring at Crockford Bridge Farm over the Easter bank holiday weekend.
Fun family activities typically at the Easter Eggvent include Easter fancy dress, craft activities, an egg and spoon race and hook a duck games.
Address: New Haw Road, Addlestone, Nr. Weybridge, Surrey KT15 2BU
Book tickets for Easter Eggvent at Crockford Bridge Farm
Giant Easter Egg Hunt at RHS Garden Wisley
5 – 21 April 2025
Enjoy fun family activities at RHS Garden Wisley this Easter holiday. The giant Easter egg hunt has an egg-citing new twist this year! Children can purchase a special code-breaker pack with a quest to solve as they search for brightly coloured eggs hidden in the garden.
The code-breaker pack costs £2.50 per child and includes a chocolate treat prize. Other family activities on this Easter at RHS Garden Wisley include storytelling, planting and craft workshops.
Address: Wisley Ln, Wisley, Woking GU23 6QB
Book tickets to visit RHS Garden Wisley
Easter Activities in Kent with Kids
Easter Egg Hunt at National Trust Kent sites
29 March – 21 April 2025, dates vary by location
The following National Trust sites in Kent are running Easter egg hunts and family activities over the Easter school holidays;
Ightham Mote (29 March – 21 April) – Chase the chooks around the garden and complete ten fun activities and challenges to win a chocolate egg.
Scotney Castle (29 March – 21 April) – Enjoy a fun-filled family day out completing the challenges on the Easter trail and hopping around the stunning Scotney Castle gardens.
Related: Visiting Scotney Castle National Trust with kids
Chartwell (5- 21 April) – Go on an Easter Hive hunt this Easter and learn about honeybees at Chartwell, with fun activities for the whole family along the way.
Emmetts Garden (5 – 21 April) – The magic of an Edwardian circus is coming to Emmetts Garden this Easter. Make your way along the trail and discover fun circus-themed activities for the whole family.
Knole (5 – 21 April) – Treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Knole on an Easter trail. Highlights include a Gatehouse Tower maze, butterfly spotting, tin can alley and nature’s musical instruments.
Sissinghurst Castle Gardens (5 – 21 April) – Explore the beautiful estate and discover family-friendly activities along the Easter trail, from taking part in an egg and spoon race to racing to fill a ‘beehive’ with honey.
Smallhythe Place (5 – 21 April) – Discover theatrical adventures along the Easter trail at Smallhythe Place and have fun with dressing up, directing, swordplay and more.
The price of the National Trust Easter trails is £3.50 per trail (for members and non-members) and includes a trail map, bunny ears and a dairy or vegan and Free From chocolate egg at the end. Normal National Trust admission applies.
Check for latest updates about Easter Egg Hunts at National Trust sites
Family Easter Treasure Hunt at Leeds Castle
5 – 21 April 2025
Set out on an exciting treasure hunt at Leeds Castle this Easter. More details to come about the upcoming Easter event at Leeds Castle.
Families and visitors can look forward to a delightful experience filled with springtime activities, enchanting scenery and festive surprises.
Book tickets to visit Leeds Castle
Easter Family Fun at Hever Castle
5 – 21 April 2025
Further information to follow about the Easter family fun coming up at Hever Castle.
As well as the Easter activities, a visit to Hever Castle in spring offers a great chance to explore the stunning gardens. Enjoy a dazzling display of spring blooms from late daffodils to tulips.
Book tickets to visit Hever Castle
More Easter in London with Kids 2025 Inspiration
Find more ideas for things to do during the Easter in London with kids over the Easter school break with our round-up posts and reviews;
Diana Memorial Playground Kensington
Family Day Out at London Wetland Centre Barnes
Children’s Garden at Kew Gardens
Magic Garden at Hampton Court Palace
Spring at Isabella Plantation in Richmond Park
Visiting Osterley Park National Trust with Kids
Gruffalo Adventure Trail at Horsenden Hill
Dinosaur Adventure Golf West London
Things to Do in St James’s Park London with Kids
Museums in London for Kids
Read on for more family days out inspiration with our reviews on top museums in London for kids;
Top Museums in London for Kids
Family Day Out at the British Museum
Visiting the Horniman Museum and Gardens with Kids
Wonderlab at the Science Museum London
London Transport Museum with Kids
Day Out at the National Maritime Museum
Dino Snores for Kids at the Natural History Museum
Royal Air Force Museum London with Kids
Cutty Sark Activities for Kids
London Museum of Water and Steam with Kids
National Portrait Gallery London with Kids
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