Thinking about how to fill the upcoming holiday? Spring into York life this Easter — there’s fun for all the family!
Easter Egg Trail at Beningbrough
From April 5th to April 21st, delight in the Easter egg trail at Beningbrough and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family.
Race against the timer, test your throwing skills at the bean bag toss, explore sensory boxes and peep through a magnifying glass as spring buds unfurl. Normal admission applies and prices are £3.50 per trail (which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and a chocolate egg). More info: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/beningbrough/events/8c54e19c-e784-4dd3-bb04-493914eebc4b
Easter Dino Fun at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
From April 5th to April 21st, hop aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway for a roarsome adventure filled with dinosaur-themed fun! Meet adorable baby dinosaurs at Goathland Station, dig for fossils, create your own dino footprint, and snap a selfie with giant dinosaur eggs along the line. Keep an eye out for hidden eggs at each station and download the Dinosaur Times activity sheet for puzzles and fun facts.
Plus, enjoy stargazing, an exciting science show, and join the 200 Mile Challenge as part of the Railway 200 celebrations.
Book your tickets here and make this Easter unforgettable! https://www.nymr.co.uk/event/easter-fun
Easter Masterclass at York Chocolate Story
For the ultimate hands-on experience this Easter, perfect your chocolate making skills and craft a range of tasty Easter treats, guided by expert chocolatiers at York Chocolate Story. This experience runs from April 5th to April 20th (Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays).
Included in the masterclass is a live demonstration from a professional chocolatier. Next, you will have the opportunity to create and decorate mini Easter egg truffles with the finest Belgian couverture chocolate, decorate a chocolate lolly, handcrafted chocolate bar and Easter egg plaque. Package and seal your sweet creations to enjoy at home, and to finish off your experience, indulge in a rich hot chocolate.
Don’t miss out on this egg-citing adventure – book here!
https://www.yorkschocolatestory.com/events/easter-masterclass/
Easter at the Heritage Conservation Farm
This Easter from April 7th to April 21st, Askham Bryan Wildlife & Conservation Park in York is hosting a special event focused on heritage farming. Visitors can explore the park’s new Heritage Conservation Farm, which showcases rare breed farm animals and traditional farming practices. Some of the event’s highlights include exploring the world of dung beetles, meeting rare breed lambs and participating in crafts and attending talks about heritage farming and the Rare Breed Survival Trust. On April 19th visit the homegrown and homemade market as local heritage farmers display their produce. After a busy day, visit the playground and Hive Café to relax and refuel.
Find out more and make sure to book ahead here! https://abcwildlifepark.co.uk/whats-on/
Pace Egg-Making and Decorating at York Castle Museum
On April 8th and April 19th, visit the Castle Kitchen to see a demonstration of how to make and create Pace Eggs – an old and seasonal tradition in northern England. Watch the team naturally dye the eggs and decorate them in a variety of ways!
Tickets are included in general museum admission, and exact times will be advertised on the day.
Book here: https://www.yorkmuseumstrust.org.uk/whats-on/events/pace-egg-making-and-decorating/
Castle Howard – Walled Garden Easter Trail and Baby Lambs!
Enjoy a fantastic family day out at Castle Howard! The House reopens on 18th April revealing the magnificent restored and transformed interior.
Take part in the Walled Garden Easter Trail for children from April 5th – 27th and help the animals find their babies by finding each baby’s footprints to win a chocolatey prize.
Alternatively, celebrate spring in the gardens and meet the baby lambs reared by the Clifford family at Skelf Island Adventure Playground from April 19th to 21st. Whenever you decide to visit, make sure to indulge in Easter treats in the Castle’s various cafes and shops. Both events are included with both House & Garden and Garden tickets. Book from: https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/whats-on/easter-at-castle-howard-2
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as the West End smash-hit production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe comes to York Grand Opera House! Step through the wardrobe into the magical kingdom of Narnia where a world of wonder awaits. Showing from April 22nd to 26th – book ahead here to reserve your seats! https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/the-lion-the-witch-and-the-wardrobe/grand-opera-house-york/
Have a cracking Easter!
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