There are some cracking Easter egg hunts happening this year. Check out our round up of the most eggcellent places for all the family to enjoy a great day hunting chocolate...
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Hampton Court Palace
When: March 26 – April 15
Cost: Normal admission (Adult £15.90, Child: £8)
The annual Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt returns to Henry VIII's former home for another year of chocolatey goodness. Once kids have found all the gold bunny figures hidden around the gardens and house, they can trade them in for the real deal. And the fun doesn't stop there! There's royal chocolate tasting in the Base Court Lunchroom from 11am – 4pm and a fun chocolate cup decorating workshop in the Hampton Court Palace Classroom from 11am – 4pm.
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Kew Royal Botanic Gardens
When: Easter activities: March 30 – April 15. Egg hunt: March 30 – April 1
Cost: Admission ranges from £4-16, Easter egg hunt is £4/child (cash only)
Throughout the Easter period kids can get involved in a fun set of Peter Rabbit themed activities; taking part in games and learning about the vegetables Peter found in Mr McGregor's garden. There will also be ample opportunities to learn about Beatrix Potter's other beloved characters and her own personal links to Kew. Over the Easter weekend there's also a special carrot-themed Easter egg trail around the woods. Kids will collect symbols along the way and decode them back at the Millennium Seed Bank. The answers will help reveal a complete carrot muffin recipe and once finished, they'll get a special Divine chocolate egg.
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Andy Newbold
Children's Trust Easter Fair
When: March 31
Cost: Entry is £3 and the Easter egg hunt is £4.50
Located in the beautiful Grade 1 listed country mansion, The Children’s Trust provide a variety of services which enable children with brain injury to live a full and enriching life. Visit the inspirational team this Spring for their fun-filled, Easter Fair.
Egg hunt, go karts, a Spring farm, fairground rides and a food market to keep children and adults happy. There are extra prizes if you find the golden egg – hurry!
The Children’s Trust press release: "Last year the event raised more than £8,000 for The Children's Trust, the UK’s leading charity for children with brain injury. It is hoped that this year the total will be beaten with all of the fantastic attractions and games available for the children and families who attend."
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Andy Dalton
Denbies Wine Estate
When: April 2
Cost: £25/family (2 adults/3 children)
This is a great option for keeping both generations happy – parents can look forward to a glass of bubbles when they arrive while kids get to take part in a fun chocolate bunny game of hide and seek. And there's plenty of further opportunities to buy further chocolate and alcohol!
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Box Hill
When: March 25-28
Cost: £3
Consistently voted one of the best places for walking in Surrey, Box Hill attracts hordes of visitors every year, due to its iconic and breathtaking views. Scamper across the stunning Surrey Hills, roll down a hill should the urge take you, and follow the trail to win chocolate treats. Egg rolling and a bonny bunny bonnet competition will also feature. Bring your wellies!
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Battersea Park Children's Zoo
When: March 30 – April 2
Cost: £1.50 for Egg trail + price of entry (Adults: £9.50, Kids: £7.50)
There is a plethora of fun-filled activities over the Easter holidays for kids at Battersea Park Zoo. As well as the main event – the Easter egg trail – make an Easter card, get lost in some egg-related storytelling, make a set of rabbit ears, attend an egg-stravaganza day with real eggs on display and meet a real rabbit!
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Claremont Landscape Garden
When: March 30 – April 2
Cost: £3
Easter is the perfect time for adventure and exploration at Claremont Landscape Garden. With nature-themed activities including two trails and a special Cadbury Easter egg hunt around the garden to win a chocolatey treat.
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Hobbledown Children's Farm
When: Easter activities: March 30 – April 15. Easter egg hunt: March 30 – April 2
Cost: £6.40 – £11.60
For something a bit different head to Hobbledown, Epsom’s very own magical world of riddles and rhyme. Throughout Easter weekend (Good Friday to Easter Monday) guests will be able to take part in Rumpletump’s Giant Egg Hunt but that's just one of many activities on offer; other attractions include puppet shows, birds of prey displays and a daring high ropes course and animal feedings. Play equipment such as jumping pillows, towers, tunnels, mazes and giant sand pits are sure to be a big hit with kids of all ages.
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Dapdune Wharf
When: March 30 – April 2
Price: £3
On March 30th this riverside National Trust will be hosting a day of family fun, with sports races for children, mums and dads as well as craft activities. There's also a big Cadbury's Easter egg hunt to top it all off. For the rest of the Easter weekend there's a variety of Easter waterway-themed trails and activities with further Cadbury Easter prizes.
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Oakley Court Windsor
When: March 30 – April 16
Cost: Free
Oozing kooky architecture, it is no wonder the 1975 cult film The Rocky Horror Picture Show was filmed here. Flying the flag for British eccentricity, it also hosts the annual Swan Upping Ceremony. To find the hidden clues in this hunt, race round Oakley Court, Windsor’s gothic country house, and hop through the beautiful grounds – delicious treats are up for grabs if you can solve all the puzzles.
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Morden Hall Park
When: March 30 – April 2
Cost: £4
There is something truly splendid about Morden Hall Park. Set amongst meadows and trees with the River Wandle running through it, the park is a great escape from the city. Pop into the beautifully renovated stable yard to browse through the second hand book shop and enjoy a cuppa and a slice of cake in the cafe. Over Easter, kids will follow a trail around the park to find out about spring animals and their babies and how they can help them. At the end, they'll receive a delicious Cadbury chocolate prize.
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The Living Planet Centre
When: TBC
Cost: Free
The beautiful WWF Wildlife garden is where the fun is happening over Easter. Kids can claim their Easter egg by solving puzzles and there's storytelling, painting, mask-making and clay modelling to get involved with. Be sure to stick around as there's also plenty of wildlife-related fun to be enjoyed by all the family – from interactive activities to amazing films that capture nature at its best. Keep an eye on the website for further announcements.
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Squire's Garden Centre
When: TBC
Cost: TBC. Keep an eye on squiresgardencentres for announcements
Every year Squire's Garden Centre hosts a bunny hunt, and last year it hosted a number of create and grow sessions, helping children to learn about gardening, wildlife and the natural life. No details have been announced for Easter this year but keep an eye on the website for announcements.
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