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 this spring.
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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, 30 March to Friday, 10 April 2026. The Easter bank holiday weekend is from Friday, 3 April (Good Friday) to Monday, 6 April (Easter Monday).
Easter Egg Hunts in London 2026
Several venues and attractions around London organise special Easter egg hunt trails with a chocolate treat or prize at the end. Hampton Court Palace, Hobbledown Heath, London Zoo and National Trust sites have recently announced details about this year’s Easter Egg Hunts.
Recently added Easter family activities around London include Octonauts Above and Beyond at Kew Gardens, Easter Eggsplorers at Hobbledown Heath, Discovery Days at the Hyde Park Learning Centre and Easter Egg Hunts at Morden Hall Park and Ham House and Gardens.
Read on for more details of where to find Easter Egg Hunts in London 2026.
This post is currently being updated with the latest information on events and activities coming up in London during the 2026 Easter school holidays.
Easter Holidays in London 2026 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” 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 Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt at Hampton Court Palace
21 March – 12 April 2026
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
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Easter Egg Hunts at National Trust sites
28 March – 12 April 2026, 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 (28 March – 6 April) – Explore the beautiful gardens of Osterley and discover the art and nature inspired activities along this year’s Easter trail. The trail price costs £3.50 per person.
Ham House and Garden (28 – 21 April) – Make your way along a trail inspired by the British Civil Wars and enjoy activities for the whole family. The Easter trail price is £3.50 per person.
Morden Hall Park (1 – 6 April) – Follow a 10-point Easter trail around Morden Hall Park, packed with egg-themed games and playful challenges for the whole family. Classic activities include egg and spoon races, egg toss and egg shire and croque-egg. Easter trail prices are £3.50 per trail.
The price of the National Trust Easter trails includes an Easter trail map or sheet, 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
Octonauts Above and Beyond at Kew Gardens
28 March – 12 April 2026
Kew Gardens are running a fun-filled Octonauts family event over the Easter school holidays. Join the Octonauts on an exciting outdoor mission and interactive trail to build a new hive for honeybees through a series of finding, learning and making installations.
The Octonauts Easter adventure is recommended for children aged 3 to 6 years old and their families.
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.
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Easter Eggsplorers at Hobbledown Heath
28 March – 12 April 2026
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 a themed Easter Egg trail, Easter entertainment with the Hobblers and meeting the Easter Bunny.
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 Quest at Kenwood House
28 March – 19 April 2026
Join in on a fun-filled adventure quest at Kenwood House this Easter holiday. Follow the Easter trail, hunt for eggs and answer questions along the way to earn a delicious chocolate reward.
The Easter Adventure Quest costs an additional £2 per child to take part, for members or non-members. There is not need to book in advance; simply pay and join the quest when you arrive.
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Family Activities at London Transport Museum
28 March – 12 April 2026
Step into the future this Easter at London Transport Museum with a day of creativity, discovery and fun for the whole family. Imagine how we might travel a hundred years in the future and take part in fun family activities, creating your own visions of London in 2126.
Activities for kids in this Easter event include building your own futuristic vehicle using recycling materials and creating a bold vision of London in 2126 at the museum art stations.
Book tickets to visit the London Transport Museum
Zoonormous Egg Hunt at London Zoo
28 March – 12 April 2026
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.
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Easter Family Activities at WWT London Wetland Centre
28 March – 12 April 2026
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 an interactive trail based on Gozzle the gosling, from Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilve’s new picture book. Family activities alongside the Gozzle trail include becoming an animal helper at a Gozzle vet check and joining in storytelling sessions.
Over the Easter school holidays, visitors can also take part in pond dipping sessions, mini beast hunts and daily otter talks.
Book tickets to visit WWT London Wetland Centre
Discovery Days at The Hyde Park Learning Centre
31 March – 2 April and 7 – 9 April 2026
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 over the Easter break in London;
Spring Surprises (31 March – 2 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 (7 – 9 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
Spring Fair at the Horniman Museum and Gardens
11 April 2026
Join in with seasonal fun and games at the annual Horniman Spring Fair this April. 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
Tickets cost £6 per adult and child (under 16) and free for under 2s. More details to come about the event programme and activities.
Check latest updates about the Spring Fair at the Horniman Museum
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.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream at The Unicorn Theatre
21 March – 10 May 2026
Desperate to escape their unhappy fates, young lovers Demetrius, Lysander, Helena and Hermia flee Athens for the moonlit woods. There – along with a band of amateur actors – they fall under the spell of mischievous fairy Puck and tumble into a dream world where illusion and reality are hilariously confused.
Running time: 90 minutes (no interval). Tickets range between £10 to £18.50. Recommended for ages 7+.
Book tickets at The Unicorn Theatre
The Shivers at Polka Theatre
1 – 12 April 2026
A fox, a pigeon and a secret agent are on a mission to save the world, but everything is not what it seems. The evil Miss Information and her deadly sleepy agents are on the attack, and now all the colours are wrong and all the sounds are upside down. When true is false and real is fake, will our superheroes be able to untangle the lies and figure out who to trust?
Featuring ingenious live video, explosive dance moves, and a cast of unforgettable characters, The Shivers is a pulsating adventure about learning to trust your instincts when something doesn’t feel right.
This high-octane action-comedy opens the door for grown-ups and children to talk about misinformation, fake news, and keeping safe online.
Running time: approximately 55 minutes. Tickets from £15 for adults and children. Suitable for ages 7 – 11
Book tickets at Polka Theatre
Easter Activities in Surrey with Kids
Easter Egg Hunt at National Trust Surrey sites
21 March – 14 April 2026, 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 (21 March – 12 April) – Step right up for Claremont’s Great Victorian Circus Easter Trail! Join in on an outdoor adventure as you search the garden for 10 Victorian circus characters, each waiting for a fun, family-friendly activity.
Keep an eye out for the clown’s colourful lost Easter eggs hidden along the route to uncover a secret circus password and claim an Easter egg prize at the end.
Polesden Lacey (21 March – 14 April) – Join Grizwald the Griffin for ‘Grizwald’s Easter Fest’, a children’s trail with a spring fete theme and activities for all the family to enjoy.
Winkworth Arboretum (21 March – 12 April) – Treat the whole family to a world of adventure on an Easter trail at Winkworth Arboretum. It’s time to get competitive as the ducks and bunnies battle it out! Pick a side and challenge friends and family to ten activities around the Arboretum.
Related: Family Day Out at Winkworth Arboretum
Box Hill (28 March – 12 April) – Follow the Easter trail at Box Hill through the natural play area with different games and challenges along the way and then collect your Easter treat at the end. Egg rolling at Box Hill (3 – 6 April) – from 10am 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 at Priory Farm Discovery Land
24 March – 19 April 2026
Join Fern, Timber and Pebble in the Great Big Carrot Hunt this Easter at Discovery Land. There will be 10 carrots to find and count, hidden in all your favourite features along the seasonal nature trail.
Discover new places to play, features to climb and hiding places to try along the Great Big Carrot Hunt trail! You’ll also find a brand-new play zone this season which features two raised wooden playhouses and exciting slides.
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Easter Eggstravaganza at Bocketts Farm Park
28 March – 12 April 2026
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 Eggslorers at Hobbledown Epsom
28 March – 12 April 2026
Hop on over to Hobbledown Surrey for a special family Easter event during the school holidays. Follow the themed egg trail, climb and explore across indoor and outdoor adventure play areas, and meet animals along the way.
Related: Days Out at Hobbledown Adventure Park Surrey
Related: Days Out at Hobbledown Adventure Park Surrey
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This post is currently being updated with the latest information on events and activities coming up in London during the 2026 Easter school holidays.
Easter Fun at Godstone Farm
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
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
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
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
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Giant Easter Egg Hunt at RHS Garden Wisley
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
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Easter Activities in Kent with Kids
Easter Egg Hunt at National Trust Kent sites
The following National Trust sites in Kent are running Easter egg hunts and family activities over the Easter school holidays;
Ightham Mote – Chase the chooks around the garden and complete ten fun activities and challenges to win a chocolate egg.
Scotney Castle – 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 – 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 – 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 – 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 – 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 – 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
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.
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Easter Family Fun at Hever Castle
28 March – 19 April 2026
Enjoy a magical Easter at Hever Castle with the Great Dragon Egg Hunt, a family friendly adventure set within the historic Castle grounds. Take part in a quest to find dragon eggs hidden across the estate, learn dragon themed facts and collect letters along the way to solve a secret word puzzle.
Alongside the Easter egg hunt, families can enjoy creative craft activities, themed encounters and the chance to meet a dragon over the Easter weekend.
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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;
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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;
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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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