Sunday 05 April (20)
🐰 Easter at Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo - 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🗓 EASTER 2026 DATES:
▪️Sat 28th March - Sunday 29th March
▪️Tues 31st March - Sunday 5th April
▪️Tues 7th April - Sunday 12th April
🕙 TIMES
We’ll be open 10am–5pm (Tues–Sat) and 10am–4:30pm (Sun) with plenty to keep the whole family entertained! Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
🐻 WHAT TO EXPECT
Enjoy our Easter Trail, face painting & more, alongside all your favourite animals here at Johnsons Zoo. It’s the perfect spring day out... we can’t wait to see you!
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £5.50
▪️Child: £4.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
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🍊 Orange Rolling 2026 - Dunstable Downs
Time: 10:00 - 17:00 Price: £3.50
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Sat 28 Mar - Sun 12 Apr
▪️10am – 5pm
▪️Last entry at 4:30pm
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
This year, visitors can challenge a friend and race their tennis balls along 10 purpose-built race tracks (filled with drops, twists, and turns), to see whose orange makes it to the finish line first!
💳 COST:
£3.50 per trail, which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears, and a dairy or vegan & Free From* chocolate egg. (*Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut, and tree nut allergies.)
This year's Easter trail is a fun, family-friendly experience that's not to be missed!
🐶 OTHER INFORMATION
This event is aimed at families, but everyone is welcome. Dogs on leads around the Visitor Centre. There is also a Café onsite.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
The visitor centre, courtyard and trail is step free and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is free for National Trust Members and Blue Badge holders, for everyone it is £3.50.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 500920
📧 Email:
dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
📸 Image description: a group of children playing with an outdoor ball run (©National Trust Images/Steve Haywood)
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🦖 See Elmer the Patchwork Elephant - Gulliver's Dinosaur and Farm Park (2026)
Time: 11:00 - 17:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Be sure to explore the rides and dinosaurs in the Lost World of the Living Dinosaurs, enjoy the farmyard fun on the farm park and get up close to giant creepy crawlies. And get ready to jump, bounce and soar on Elmer's Jumping Pillows - our newest attraction!
🎟 TICKET COST:
Book your tickets online in advance to save!
▪️Adult: £11.00
▪️Child: £11.00
▪️Under 90cm: Free
▪️Concessionary: £8.00
🎡 Scarrot's £2 Funfair, April 2026 - Northampton
Time: 14:00 - 22:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Wednesday 1st April
▪️Thursday 2nd April
▪️Friday 3rd April
▪️Saturday 4th April
▪️Sunday 5th April
▪️Wednesday 8th April
▪️Thursday 9th April
▪️Friday 10th April
▪️Saturday 11th April
▪️Sunday 12th April
📍LOCATION
Sixfields north car park Northampton NN55QL
🎉 Willen Lake Flavour Fest - April 2026
Time: 11:00 - 17:00
✅️ FREE ENTRY
Whether you’re coming for the food, the music, or a fun family day out, Flavour Fest offers something for everyone. The event is open to all, free of charge, and no booking is required.
😋 VENDORS
▪️The Roast Wrap Co – Roast dinners
▪️Urban Spice Box – Punjabi cuisine
▪️Cornwall Place Kitchen – Burgers
▪️The Mac Daddy – Mac and cheese
▪️Murphy’s Empawium – Dog treats
▪️Mils Cookies – Baked goods
▪️Pampa Candi – Face painting, braids, and more
▪️The Lime Face - Malaysian street food
▪️Italian Indulgence - Italian treats
▪️Home Farm MK - Local honey
▪️JoJo's Kitchen - Handcrafted air-dried fruit
🅿️ PARKING
Normal car parking charges apply.
✅️ Play parks
✅️ Accessible
✅️ Dog friendly
🎠 Children’s Easter Fun Fair 2026 - Stotfold Green
Time: 12:00 - 18:15
▪️AGE:
Ideal for toddlers through to young teens.
Join us in Stotfold for an exciting family day out packed with rides, inflatables, and smiles all round — the perfect way to keep little ones entertained over the Easter holidays!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 2nd April
▪️Friday 3rd April
▪️Saturday 4th April
▪️Sunday 5th April
▪️Monday 6th April
🕒 CHOOSE A SESSION TIME:
▪️12.00pm – 3.00pm
▪️3.15pm – 6.15pm
Sessions are time-limited – please arrive promptly!
🎟️ TICKET PRICES - PAY ON THE GATE:
▪️ Child (unlimited rides per session): £11.00
▪️ Adult (spectator): £1.00
ℹ️ ENTRY INFO
• No pre-booking required – just turn up and pay on the gate.
• All children require a wristband (available on the day).
• Unlimited ride wristbands available with no hidden fees.
• Price Freeze 2026!
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
There will be an onsite food court available.
Picnics must be held outside of the grounds.
🐶 DOGS
No dogs allowed except for guide dogs.
❗️ IMPORTANT INFO FOR PARENTS
Attractions may not be suitable for all children. Some rides have height or weight restrictions for safety. ALL children attending will need to buy a wristband upon entry, no exceptions.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDENT
Event is weather dependent. If inflatables cannot operate due to weather, rides may still be available. Please check our Facebook page for updates before travelling.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07976 813 639
🛶 Linslade Easter Floating Market April 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday 3rd April – Monday 6th April 2026
🛶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for one of the very first floating markets of the season! Brought to you by the Roving Canal Traders Association, this delightful event takes place over the entire Easter weekend alongside The Globe Inn.
Pop along to the towpath to see an array of interesting crafters displaying their work, all showcased on their floating homes. This unique market offers a wonderful opportunity to discover:
🎨 Unique handcrafted goods
🧶 Talented artisan traders
🎁 Bespoke gifts and canalware
It's the perfect chance to meet the artists who create these treasures and maybe make a purchase or two while soaking up the canal atmosphere.
🦆 FAMILY ACTIVITIES
We have something special for our younger visitors as well! Don't miss the famous Find The Duck Hunt.
This is a free children's competition with a treat for participants, ensuring a fun-filled visit for the whole family.
📍 LOCATION
On The Grand Union Canal
Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2TA
(Located alongside The Globe Inn)
🗺️ NAVIGATION
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🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Please ensure you park responsibly. The What3Words location above indicates the best area for parking. Stay tuned for further parking updates closer to the event date to ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit.
🐰 Easter 'Signs of Spring' Trail 2026 - Knebworth House
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 3rd April – Monday 6th April 2026
🐣 WHAT TO EXPECT
Spring has arrived and the Gardens are full of life! Animals are waking up, birds are nesting, and colourful flowers are beginning to bloom. This Easter, children can become nature detectives and explore the Gardens while learning about wildlife and the changing seasons.
🗺️ THE TRAIL
Pick up your trail sheet and follow the clues as you walk through the Gardens, spotting signs of Spring along the way. Once the trail is complete, head to the shop to enjoy a small chocolate treat as a reward! This outdoor activity is ideal for families looking to enjoy fresh air together.
👶 AGE GUIDE
This trail is aimed at children aged 3 to 8 years old.
📝 TRAIL COST: £2 PER PARTICIPANT
Trail sheets are priced at £2 per participant. General admission tickets are sold separately (see prices below).
🎟 GARDEN & PARK TICKETS
⭐️ Knebworth Gardens
⭐️ Knebworth Park
⭐️ Adventure Playground & Fort Knebworth
⭐️ Dinosaur Trail
▪️ Single (Age 3+): £15.50
(Save £1.00 online)
▪️ Family (4 people): £58.00
(Save £4.00 online)
🎟 HOUSE, GARDENS & PARK TICKETS
⭐️ Knebworth House
⭐️ Knebworth Gardens
⭐️ Knebworth Park
⭐️ Adventure Playground & Fort Knebworth
⭐️ Dinosaur Trail
⭐️ 3 Exhibitions & The Watchman's Tower
▪️ Adult: £22.50
(Save £1.00 online)
▪️ Senior (65+): £21.50
(Save £1.50 online)
▪️ Child: £21.50
(Save £1.50 online)
▪️Family: £86.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01438 812661
🎪 Easter Circus 2026 - Mead Open Farm, Leighton Buzzard
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️Saturday 28th March - Friday 10th April
🐑 EASTER ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET
⭐️ Jaw-dropping Big Top Circus
⭐️ The Wheel of Death (featured in every performance)
⭐️ Lamb bottle feeding
⭐️ Easter Trail with chocolate treat
⭐️ Meet the animals
⭐️ Huge Indoor & Outdoor play areas
🧗♀️ PLAY AREAS
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️From just £18.95 per person.
▪️Circus entry and all activities are included in your ticket.
▪️Pre-book online to save 20% off the on-door admission price.
▪️This event is included in a Mead Open Farm Annual Membership.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Our disabled rate covers a disabled person plus carer, on presentation of a Blue Badge, DLA, PIP letter or Numbus Access Card +1. Please bring along one of these on the day of your visit.
Mead Open Farm is accessible for visitors in wheelchairs and we have good accessibility for our disabled visitors. If you have any questions, you can email us at info@meadopenfarm.co.uk or see our access statement on our website.
We have several disabled toilets across the farm, don’t hesitate to ask a member of staff for help finding them. View our map here.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS/ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01525 852 954
🎉 Thame Showground Country Fair 2026
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️Sunday 5th April: 10am - 6pm
▪️Monday 6th April: 10am - 6pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Oxfordshire’s leading Country Show!
A Country show full of Country sports and pursuits with arena entertainment running throughout the day. Watch the Falconry, Gundogs, Horse Boarding, Scurry Driving and Horse Display Team.
Around the show there are a number of demonstrations and Have a Go events including Fishing, Airguns and Archery to name a few.
F.A.Q
🅿️ Do I have to pay for parking? - NO, parking is free at all our events.
🎫 Can I buy a ticket on the day? - YES, tickets will be available to purchase on each day of the event. (Cash and Card/Contactless)
🐶 Can I bring my dog? - YES, dogs are welcome.
⛺️ Can I camp as a visitor’ NO, camping is not available to the public.
♿️ Will there be disabled car parking? - YES, if you ask one of our car park attendants they will point you in the right direction. You are advised to pre-book a mobilit scooter either call 01274 297 777 or visit the website. There are disabled loos, Please be aware that the show is held on grassed open ground.
PLEASE NOTE: Tickets will be available to buy on the day at each of our events.
Tickets are also available to purchase on our website and on eventbrite. Please do not buy tickets from individuals claiming to be selling tickets as these will not be valid.
Do not share your personal information with anyone online!
🎟 TICKET COST:
Admission On The Day (Price for one day):
▪️Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £23.00
▪️Over 65’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22.00
▪️Child (5-15 incl) . . . . . . . . . £8.00
▪️Family Tickets only available in advance.
Online Tickets (Price for one day)
▪️Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £20.00
▪️Over 65’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £19.00
▪️Child (5-15 incl) . . . . . . . . . £7.00
▪️Family (2 Adults up to 3 Children): £54.00