Easter is the perfect time to put a ‘spring’ in your step and discover Britain’s captivating coast and countryside with your family. Your kids will have nothing but fun at all of the special family events planned for the Easter Bank holiday too. Perfect for keeping them entertained, they’re sure to get their fill of chocolaty treats along the way!
 
With Easter falling early in 2016, why not start planning your family ‘Eggscape’ with Staycation Holidays now? Take a look at our wide range of cottages that are still available this Easter, and get set for an unforgettable holiday.
 
To give you a bit of inspiration, our team have come up with five fun-filled family days out at Easter.
 
Warning: May contain copious amounts of chocolate!

1 Cadbury Eggsplorers Easter Egg Trails

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt (© The National Trust)

Where: Countrywide.
When: March 25 – 28 2016 (with some running for extended periods over the Easter holidays)
Details: For the ninth year in a row, the National Trust has teamed up with the purveyors of purple-wrapped loveliness to provide wonderful family days out at Easter. Unleash your inner explorer with adventurous quests taking place across the country. From spring woodlands and craggy coastlines, to historic houses and enchanting castles, there are over 250 Cadbury Easter Egg Hunts to choose from across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Eggsplorers receive a Trail Journal with plenty of clues to help them on their way and on completing the trail, they’ll receive a delicious Cadbury chocolate treat as a reward. There’ll be face-painting, family games and craft activities galore so you can stay for a whole day of fun. You can see more information and find the nearest trail to you here.

2 The Great Eden Egg Hunt

Eden Easter Eggstravaganza (© The Eden Project)

Where: The Eden Project, Bodelva
When: March 25 – April 10 2016
Details: Roll up for the Eden Easter Eggstravaganza! This year it’s bigger and better than ever. Take on the challenge of the Egg Hunt, compete in the assault course, and get stuck into lots of egg-themed games. There’ll be something to suit all ages – including adults who love to play. What’s more, those lucky enough to find a golden egg can take a turn at hitting a huge egg piñata. When the piñata breaks, get ready to catch some sweet treats! All activities are included in your Eden admission ticket.

3 Steam and Transport Weekend

Festival of Steam & Transport (© Chatham Historic Dockyard)

Where: Chatham Historic Dockyard, Medway, Kent
When: March 27 – 28 2016
Details: It’s full steam ahead for this busy weekend. The Festival of Steam and Transport is a spectacular carnival for all ages, and tickets include the Steam Funfair, street entertainment, live music, circus acts, “Call the Midwife” film location tours and much, much more.

4 Blenheim Palace Easter Weekend

Blenheim Palace Easter Weekend (© Blenheim Palace)

Where: Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Cotswolds
When: March 25 – 28 2016
Details: There is plenty of family fun to be had over Easter at Blenheim Palace, with an eggstravaganza of activities taking place! Follow the clues in the Giant Easter Egg hunt around the Gardens and be rewarded with chocolaty treats. There’s also a vintage funfair and lots of family activities including face painting, Punch & Judy shows and balloon artists while your little ones will love to meet the Gruffalo and see Tree Fu Tom in his mini show.

5 English Heritage Easter Adventure Quests

English Heritage Easter Adventure Quests (© English Heritage)

Where: Countrywide
When: March 25 – 28 2016
Details: English Heritage is piling on the fun this Easter with their adventure quests located at historical places all across the country – from pirates and smugglers on the Cornish coast to jesters, knights and Roman gladiators. Children can get hands-on with history and crack clues in order to complete the quest and receive their chocolate reward! To find your nearest family days out at Easter with English Heritage, check their website for locations and prices.