Kingston has a ton of great events going on this Easter, and on April 2 and 9 kids can enjoy Thumbs Up It's Thursday, a range of free spring activities available in the town centre.
The Easter holidays loom upon us, but never fear - whether you're local or visiting, Kingston has a host of events to keep kids happily occupied. There's magnificent drama for children and adults at the Rose Theatre. There's bowling and cinema at the Rotunda. There's all the other mainstays of Kingston entertainment...
...but it's Easter Thursday that'll really get kids going, with stores and services all around the town centre offering free activities for children. Which Thursday? Well, two of them - April 2 and April 9.
Here's a quick look at ten places taking part - and don't forget the Student's Union from Kingston University, who've put together a free Easter Egg Hunt for April 2. You can sign up on the day, at their stall outside Barclays on Clarence Street. They've even got vegan eggs available! I wonder if they're so organised when it comes to coursework...
Once you've worked up a good appetite, there are restaurants taking part in Thumbs Up It's Thursday, too, with activities and offers for junior eaters. You can find them here.
Activities will also take place at some locations on May 28
You can find more details for Thumbs Up It's Thursday on the Kingstonfirst website.
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Bentalls - Kingston
This Easter, the fun at Bentalls takes place on the third floor, in the Toy section. On April 2 they'll be holding a live animal meet and greet, and on April 9 staff will run a Nerf target practice session! These events each happen from 1pm – 4pm.
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Kingston Museum
Kingston Museum will be packed with free springtime fun from 1:30pm – 4pm. April 2 is the Easter Eggstravaganza, with craft activities and an Easter Egg hunt, while April 9 offers Victorian Fun and Games, where kids can find out how Victorians celebrated spring and create their own Victorian toys and treats to take home.
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Eden Walk Shopping Centre - Kingston
Eden Walk Shopping Centre will have activities for creative kids, with face painting and balloon modelling on both Thursdays! April 2 also has a Easter Egg Decorating Workshop, while April 9 includes a Grow Your Own Workshop.
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Beadtime - Kingston
Beadtime's Kingston store will be running drop-in workshops from 2pm – 4pm on both Thursdays, where kids can learn how to make a beaded necklace for Easter!
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Turks Launches
On April 2 and April 9, Turks is offering free travel for children aged 3 – 11 years on its 10:30am and 11:15am round trip river cruise from Kingston to Hampton Court Palace. Great for a journey to the famous palace, or just to take in the beautiful sights and sounds of the Thames in spring.
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White Stuff - Kingston
White Stuff will be running a scavenger hunt through their store on both April 2 and April 9 - navigate a labyrinth of fashion to find what's been hidden!
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John Lewis - Kingston
John Lewis has Easter storytelling sessions on the 3rd floor, at 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Each lasts twenty minutes, so be sure to get there on time. There's also activities for crafty kids from 2pm – 4pm: on April 2 they can make their own Easter cards, and on April 9 they can create loom bands!
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JoJo Maman Bébé - Kingston
On April 2, JoJo Maman Bébé will be running a colouring competition, with a prize, balloons, and chocolate! There will also be a 10% discount at the mother's boutique for those who finish.
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Kingston Library
Kingston Children's Library is running an Easter Craft session for children aged 4-10 on April 9. They're also celebrating the 150th anniversary of Alice in Wonderland on April 2, with a story and craft session - you'll need to buy tickets for this one, £1.50 each from the library, up to a week in advance.
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The Organic Hairdresser
The Organic Hairdresser is offering some treatments for those little ladies who want to be beautiful for Easter - they can have their hair done in french plaits, and their nails painted with polish.
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