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🌳 Easter Family Fun Forest School 2026 - Ampthill Park


Time: 10:00 - 14:30 Price: £8.00

🌳 Especially for families with children up to approximately 12 years old. Please ensure there is at least 1 adult per group of children.

🗓 DATE
▪️
Wednesday 1st April 2026

🕙 SESSION TIMES
▪️10:00am - 11:30am
▪️1:30pm - 2:30pm

🪵 WHAT TO EXPECT
Come and spend some time in the woods with Ruth and Julie doing woodland crafts, a scavenger hunt, den building, sawing, exploring and more.

📍 HOW TO FIND US
As everyone arrives at the park at different times it is difficult to meet at the centre. Please make your way to the wood for the start of your session.

How To Find Us - we will be in Russett's Plantation between the play area and Woburn Road.

You can access the woodland

via a gate on the right hand side of the play area as you stand with your back to the carpark or from the green hut at the edge of the car park, follow the path through the woods (keeping Woburn Road on your right) and turn left at the bench. Ruth will be up the hill on the right.
What 3 Words Location
https://w3w.co/person.caused.acoustics


☎️ CONTACT NUMBER 
Should you need to contact Ruth on the day please call 07762 783352

🎩 Creative Crowns Workshop - Wardown House Museum & Gallery


Time: 11:30 - 15:30

🎩 What would you embellish your royal headwear with?

ℹ️ ABOUT
Inspired by Wardown’s Hat and Headwear collection, join us this holiday period in one of our two Easter Crown making sessions. Choose from a wide range of craft materials to create your own unique crown and parade it round the museum whilst you explore all the hats on display.

🪙 COST
No need to book, just drop in. These sessions are free, however a suggested donation of £2 to support material costs can be made on the day via card.

👣 Easter Egg Trail 2026 - Priory Country Park


Time: 10:00 - 16:00 Price: £4.00

🥚 Easter Egg Trail at Priory Country Park in Bedford this 2026.

👣 EVENT DETAILS
Pop into Cloverdale Cafe at Priory Country Park, Bedford during the opening hours to pick up a map.Follow the trail, collect the codes and then go back to the café to collect an Easter  egg. (Non dairy & non edible available).

🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️28th March - 12th April 2026
▪️10am - 4pm

💳 COST: £4.00 PER CHILD
No pre-booking required. Turn up and pay on the day.

ℹ️ HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire Facebook post for photos and info for Priory Country Park.

ℹ️ CLOVERDALE CAFE CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01933 682288
📧 Email: enquiries@cloverdalecatering.co.uk
🌐 Website: Cloverdale Cafe
https://cloverdaleretreat.co.uk/

🐣 Free Easter Egg Hunt 2026 - Emberton Country Park Cafe


Time: 09:00 - 17:00

🐰 Hop into our cafe at Emberton Country Park for a fun Easter egg hunting this 2026, and treat yourselves to our fabulous food and beverages! Please note the kitchen closes 60 minutes before the cafe closes.

🗓 2026 DATES
▪️
28th March - 12th April

🐶 DOGS
Dogs are welcome outside the cafe.

💨 WEATHER PERMITTING
Important Note: Please remember that our opening times may occasionally be adjusted due to weather conditions, which could result in extended hours or early closure. We'll always do our best to keep you updated.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
There is free entry for vehicles displaying a disabled blue badge permit during the gatehouse opening times and there are reserved blue badge spaces in the main car park, near to the cafe where there is also access to toilet facilities for the disabled.
The main, circular pathway through the park has a hard paved surface that is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs for most of the year. However, parts of the path can be wet in winter and after heavy rain.
Emberton Country Park has a  Changing Places toilet, located behind the cafe.

🌳 THINGS TO DO AT EMBERTON COUNTRY PARK
To Find else what else you can do at Emberton Country Park click here.

🅿️ PARKING  - FEES APPLY
Click here for information

ℹ️ CAFE CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01234 712665

🐰 Willen Lake Easter Egg Trail 2026


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

👣 Join us for our free Easter trail at Willen Lake, Milton Keynes this 2026 running every day during the Easter holidays.

🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️
28th March - 12th April
▪️10am - 4pm

▪️AGES:
Our trail is most suited to children under 8 years of age but everyone is welcome to take part.

🐰 EVENT DETAILS
Our Easter Bunny has been hopping around Willen Lake and accidentally dropped eight of his eggs! Each one comes with a fun challenge, from spotting wildlife and discovering different leaves to striking your best bunny pose. Kids can get creative, get active, and enjoy the fresh air as they follow the trail around the lakeside.

📜 WHERE TO COLLECT THE TRAIL SHEET
To join in, simply collect your trail sheet from the Watersports Centre and set off on your mission. Find all eight eggs and return your sheet at the end to claim a special Easter treat.

🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges apply

🏰 Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village - Stansted, Mountfitchet


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

🏰 Mountfitchet Castle is a unique time capsule. With its commanding position overlooking the Stort Valley, the Castle is situated on its original site which is steeped in history.

🐰 FIND THE LOST BUNNY'S
▪️28th March - 12th April 2026

🕥 OPENING TIMES
▪️
Castle & Museum: 10am - 5pm
▪️Last admission to th Museum: 4.15pm
▪️Last admission to the attraction: 3:45pm

🐓 WHAT TO EXPECT
Come and mingle with the animals that roam freely throughout the castle grounds and listen out for the echoes of long-forgotten voices…………..

✅️ WHAT DOES MY TICKET INCLUDE?
Ticket price includes entrance to
Mountfitchet Castle, The House on the Hill Museum, The Dinosaur Encounters, and The Darkside of Medieval Life.

📍ADDRESS
Mountfitchet Castle, Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex CM24 8SP
(Sat Nav use: CM24 8LY)

🅿️ PARKING: Paid parking

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults: £18.00
▪️Children (3-13): £14.00
▪️Under 3: Free
▪️OAP (65+): £15.00
▪️Haunted Manor (extra): £1.50
▪️Animal Feed (extra): £3.00

ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01279 813237

👣 Easter Egg Trail 2026 - Priory Country Park


Time: 10:00 - 16:00 Price: £4.00

🥚 Easter Egg Trail at Priory Country Park in Bedford this 2026.

👣 EVENT DETAILS
Pop into Cloverdale Cafe at Priory Country Park, Bedford during the opening hours to pick up a map.Follow the trail, collect the codes and then go back to the café to collect an Easter  egg. (Non dairy & non edible available).

🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️28th March - 12th April 2026
▪️10am - 4pm

💳 COST: £4.00 PER CHILD
No pre-booking required. Turn up and pay on the day.

ℹ️ HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire Facebook post for photos and info for Priory Country Park.

ℹ️ CLOVERDALE CAFE CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01933 682288
📧 Email: enquiries@cloverdalecatering.co.uk
🌐 Website: Cloverdale Cafe
https://cloverdaleretreat.co.uk/

🐣 Free Easter Egg Hunt 2026 - Emberton Country Park Cafe


Time: 09:00 - 17:00

🐰 Hop into our cafe at Emberton Country Park for a fun Easter egg hunting this 2026, and treat yourselves to our fabulous food and beverages! Please note the kitchen closes 60 minutes before the cafe closes.

🗓 2026 DATES
▪️
28th March - 12th April

🐶 DOGS
Dogs are welcome outside the cafe.

💨 WEATHER PERMITTING
Important Note: Please remember that our opening times may occasionally be adjusted due to weather conditions, which could result in extended hours or early closure. We'll always do our best to keep you updated.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
There is free entry for vehicles displaying a disabled blue badge permit during the gatehouse opening times and there are reserved blue badge spaces in the main car park, near to the cafe where there is also access to toilet facilities for the disabled.
The main, circular pathway through the park has a hard paved surface that is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs for most of the year. However, parts of the path can be wet in winter and after heavy rain.
Emberton Country Park has a  Changing Places toilet, located behind the cafe.

🌳 THINGS TO DO AT EMBERTON COUNTRY PARK
To Find else what else you can do at Emberton Country Park click here.

🅿️ PARKING  - FEES APPLY
Click here for information

ℹ️ CAFE CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01234 712665

🐰 Willen Lake Easter Egg Trail 2026


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

👣 Join us for our free Easter trail at Willen Lake, Milton Keynes this 2026 running every day during the Easter holidays.

🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️
28th March - 12th April
▪️10am - 4pm

▪️AGES:
Our trail is most suited to children under 8 years of age but everyone is welcome to take part.

🐰 EVENT DETAILS
Our Easter Bunny has been hopping around Willen Lake and accidentally dropped eight of his eggs! Each one comes with a fun challenge, from spotting wildlife and discovering different leaves to striking your best bunny pose. Kids can get creative, get active, and enjoy the fresh air as they follow the trail around the lakeside.

📜 WHERE TO COLLECT THE TRAIL SHEET
To join in, simply collect your trail sheet from the Watersports Centre and set off on your mission. Find all eight eggs and return your sheet at the end to claim a special Easter treat.

🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges apply

🏰 Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village - Stansted, Mountfitchet


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

🏰 Mountfitchet Castle is a unique time capsule. With its commanding position overlooking the Stort Valley, the Castle is situated on its original site which is steeped in history.

🐰 FIND THE LOST BUNNY'S
▪️28th March - 12th April 2026

🕥 OPENING TIMES
▪️
Castle & Museum: 10am - 5pm
▪️Last admission to th Museum: 4.15pm
▪️Last admission to the attraction: 3:45pm

🐓 WHAT TO EXPECT
Come and mingle with the animals that roam freely throughout the castle grounds and listen out for the echoes of long-forgotten voices…………..

✅️ WHAT DOES MY TICKET INCLUDE?
Ticket price includes entrance to
Mountfitchet Castle, The House on the Hill Museum, The Dinosaur Encounters, and The Darkside of Medieval Life.

📍ADDRESS
Mountfitchet Castle, Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex CM24 8SP
(Sat Nav use: CM24 8LY)

🅿️ PARKING: Paid parking

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults: £18.00
▪️Children (3-13): £14.00
▪️Under 3: Free
▪️OAP (65+): £15.00
▪️Haunted Manor (extra): £1.50
▪️Animal Feed (extra): £3.00

ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01279 813237

🌸 Emily’s Star Easter Egg Hunt 2026 - The Secret Garden, Milton Keynes


Time: 09:30 - 14:00 Price: £6.13

⭐️ Our annual Emily’s Star Easter Egg Hunt is back for 2026! Join us at The Secret Garden for a magical start to the Easter weekend.

🗓 TIMES
▪️ Quiet Time Admission: 9:30am
▪️ General Admission: 10:00am

🐰 WHAT TO EXPECT
Come join us for a fun-filled event where you can search for hidden letters throughout the beautiful Secret Garden. There will be plenty to do, so bring your friends and family along for the adventure!
The Hunt: Search for hidden letters to complete the puzzle.
Golden Eggs: Keep an eye out for special golden eggs hidden away—finding one reveals an exciting surprise!
Prizes: Every child participating gets to win exciting prizes.
This event is perfect for kids and adults alike, so everyone can join in on the Easter fun. Get ready and let the egg hunt begin!

🤫 SEN QUIET TIME
We want everyone to enjoy the fun. SEN Quiet Time tickets are available, giving families the option to arrive at 9.30am (30 minutes before general admission) for a calmer start to the hunt. These tickets are limited, so please book early.

🎟 TICKETS COST: £6.13 per participating child including booking fee. You can book via the event link.

🎉 Stotfold EAT Feast 2026 LAUNCH - Greenacre Centre, Stotfold


Time: 16:00 - 21:00

🎊 Stotfold Greenacres 2026 Launch EAT Feast showcases a range of established local food trucks and caterers, offering international flavours in a laid back, welcoming atmosphere.

🗓 2026 DATE & TIME
▪️
Friday 3rd April
▪️4pm - 10pm

😋 WHAT TO EXPECT
Greenacres will transform into a vibrant culinary hub. Whether you’re a fan of sizzling street food, gourmet treats, or delectable vegan and veggie options, there’s something for everyone at this delicious celebration. Bring the whole family for a day of great food and community spirit.
✅️ Food
✅️ Music
✅️ Drinks
✅️ Child-friendly
✅️ Vegan & veggie options available


A place to eat, drink, and enjoy time together. So instead of ordering a take away or sitting on your sofa, why not come down to support your local town? Get ready to tantalize your taste buds at the Greenacre Centre for the ultimate street food extravaganza!

🎟️ FREE ENTRY!

🐰 Easter 'Signs of Spring' Trail 2026 - Knebworth House


Time: 10:30 - 17:00

🌷 Looking for fun Easter activities for families this Bank Holiday 2026? Celebrate the arrival of Spring with the ‘Easter Signs of Spring Trail‘ in the Gardens of Knebworth House.

🗓 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 Egg Trail 2026 - Priory Country Park


Time: 10:00 - 16:00 Price: £4.00

🥚 Easter Egg Trail at Priory Country Park in Bedford this 2026.

👣 EVENT DETAILS
Pop into Cloverdale Cafe at Priory Country Park, Bedford during the opening hours to pick up a map.Follow the trail, collect the codes and then go back to the café to collect an Easter  egg. (Non dairy & non edible available).

🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️28th March - 12th April 2026
▪️10am - 4pm

💳 COST: £4.00 PER CHILD
No pre-booking required. Turn up and pay on the day.

ℹ️ HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire Facebook post for photos and info for Priory Country Park.

ℹ️ CLOVERDALE CAFE CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01933 682288
📧 Email: enquiries@cloverdalecatering.co.uk
🌐 Website: Cloverdale Cafe
https://cloverdaleretreat.co.uk/

🐣 Free Easter Egg Hunt 2026 - Emberton Country Park Cafe


Time: 09:00 - 17:00

🐰 Hop into our cafe at Emberton Country Park for a fun Easter egg hunting this 2026, and treat yourselves to our fabulous food and beverages! Please note the kitchen closes 60 minutes before the cafe closes.

🗓 2026 DATES
▪️
28th March - 12th April

🐶 DOGS
Dogs are welcome outside the cafe.

💨 WEATHER PERMITTING
Important Note: Please remember that our opening times may occasionally be adjusted due to weather conditions, which could result in extended hours or early closure. We'll always do our best to keep you updated.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
There is free entry for vehicles displaying a disabled blue badge permit during the gatehouse opening times and there are reserved blue badge spaces in the main car park, near to the cafe where there is also access to toilet facilities for the disabled.
The main, circular pathway through the park has a hard paved surface that is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs for most of the year. However, parts of the path can be wet in winter and after heavy rain.
Emberton Country Park has a  Changing Places toilet, located behind the cafe.

🌳 THINGS TO DO AT EMBERTON COUNTRY PARK
To Find else what else you can do at Emberton Country Park click here.

🅿️ PARKING  - FEES APPLY
Click here for information

ℹ️ CAFE CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01234 712665

🐰 Willen Lake Easter Egg Trail 2026


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

👣 Join us for our free Easter trail at Willen Lake, Milton Keynes this 2026 running every day during the Easter holidays.

🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️
28th March - 12th April
▪️10am - 4pm

▪️AGES:
Our trail is most suited to children under 8 years of age but everyone is welcome to take part.

🐰 EVENT DETAILS
Our Easter Bunny has been hopping around Willen Lake and accidentally dropped eight of his eggs! Each one comes with a fun challenge, from spotting wildlife and discovering different leaves to striking your best bunny pose. Kids can get creative, get active, and enjoy the fresh air as they follow the trail around the lakeside.

📜 WHERE TO COLLECT THE TRAIL SHEET
To join in, simply collect your trail sheet from the Watersports Centre and set off on your mission. Find all eight eggs and return your sheet at the end to claim a special Easter treat.

🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges apply

🏰 Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village - Stansted, Mountfitchet


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

🏰 Mountfitchet Castle is a unique time capsule. With its commanding position overlooking the Stort Valley, the Castle is situated on its original site which is steeped in history.

🐰 FIND THE LOST BUNNY'S
▪️28th March - 12th April 2026

🕥 OPENING TIMES
▪️
Castle & Museum: 10am - 5pm
▪️Last admission to th Museum: 4.15pm
▪️Last admission to the attraction: 3:45pm

🐓 WHAT TO EXPECT
Come and mingle with the animals that roam freely throughout the castle grounds and listen out for the echoes of long-forgotten voices…………..

✅️ WHAT DOES MY TICKET INCLUDE?
Ticket price includes entrance to
Mountfitchet Castle, The House on the Hill Museum, The Dinosaur Encounters, and The Darkside of Medieval Life.

📍ADDRESS
Mountfitchet Castle, Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex CM24 8SP
(Sat Nav use: CM24 8LY)

🅿️ PARKING: Paid parking

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults: £18.00
▪️Children (3-13): £14.00
▪️Under 3: Free
▪️OAP (65+): £15.00
▪️Haunted Manor (extra): £1.50
▪️Animal Feed (extra): £3.00

ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01279 813237

🥚 Free Thorn Easter Egg Hunt 2026 - Thorn Pavilion, Thorn Recreation Ground


Time: 11:00 - 14:00

🥚 Join us for a community wide Easter egg hunt at Thorn Pavilion. Fun for all ages to discover the hidden eggs across Bidwell West, with our young explorers receiving a free chocolate egg on return to base camp.

ℹ️ ABOUT
With limited tickets available, book your free place now on Eventbrite for a fun morning of exploring the local area as you hunt for the hidden eggs across Bidwell West. Tickets are allocated by time slot to stagger arrivals and reduce your wait time. Please only arrive during your designated time on the ticket you choose.

🗺 DETAILS
Arrive at the Bidwell West Sports Pavilion to collect your map, then stamp it at each location before returning to where you started to receive your free chocolate Easter egg.

🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
FREE but booking required via the event link.
You only need to purchase tickets for children/ youth under 18 years of age.
All ages are welcome to join in the easter egg hunt, but only registered under 18yr olds with a ticket will receive the free egg.

🎉 Willen Lake Flavour Fest - April 2026


Time: 11:00 - 17:00

🎉 Willen Lake’s Flavour Fest returns for 2026!  Our Spring Edition, taking place on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th April, is the first of a series of three events this year.

✅️ 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 

🐰 Easter 'Signs of Spring' Trail 2026 - Knebworth House


Time: 10:30 - 17:00

🌷 Looking for fun Easter activities for families this Bank Holiday 2026? Celebrate the arrival of Spring with the ‘Easter Signs of Spring Trail‘ in the Gardens of Knebworth House.

🗓 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
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