Best things to do with kids this Easter In and around Hertford

The Easter holidays are within touching distance and as always there is a bumper action packed schedule of local events with over 60 specific dated events locally AND over 200 ideas for things to do locally. 

We have put together our top pick of events in and around Hertford and beyond for families to enjoy over the 2023 Easter break.

You can find the full whats on guide here on our Whats on page for events these are updated daily.

Looking for Easter Activities in - We've got you covered!

Fun Days out with the kids in Herts

When it comes to things to do with kids in Hertford and beyond in the school holidays we like to think we have the inside scoop on this, as a professional days out blogger we have highlighted some of our favourites below. 

• Ok so lets start off with one of our favourites... Willows Activity Farm who have got their Easter Eggstravaganza back with easter egg hunt with chocolate treat, NEW Easter Grotto, adorable animals, live shows, funfair rides, the PETER RABBIT adventure playground and Tristan the Runaway Tractor and lots more. Its one of the more expensive local attractions but if you are looking for an action packed full day out sure to wear the kids (and you) out then Willows has you covered. Full details here. 

• Another attraction who always nails Easter is Audley End Miniature Railway  I am a little bit in love with Audley End Miniature Railway if im honest,Hop on the miniature train this Easter with your family and ride deep into the enchanted Audley End woods to visit the Easter bunny in his woodland home, receive a gift, explore the play area and so much more details here

• Lee Valley park Farms also have a fantastic Easter Event on,You'll get to go on an Easter Egg Hunt, meet fun characters and our adorable bunnies and every child receives a treat.details here
• Lambing Live at Foxholes Farm an opportunity to watch lambing live and enjoy the farm park . Details here
• Church Farm and Aldenham Country Park also have some great events for Easter. 
• Celtic Harmony Camp are also hosting their Easter Dragon Quest. Enjoy a family day out packed with fun activities in a unique outdoor setting at Celtic Harmony Camp, with thatched roundhouses located in beautiful native woodland. A real hidden gem in Hertfordshire . Details here
• Capel Manor Gardens are playing host to their very popular annual easter event here.
• Ashridge vintage fair also looks amazing. Details here.
• Knebworth House is also always a fantastic day out and they have an Easter Trail running over the bank holiday weekend. 
• If you've a pip and posey fan in the house they a trip to Whipsnade zoo may be in order. 
• Sunbear heights finally opens at Paradise Wildlife Park this year for the easter holidays too. 

The Wonderden

The Wonderden are back with a bang for Easter with some amazing sessions hosted at the Mill House Hertford. Details and how to book here.

Budget Friendly Options

When it comes to whats on for Easter in Hertfordshire we know that costs can quickly mount up so we've highlighted some of our favourite budget friendly options below. 

Cedars Nature Centre has some cracking events on over the Easter Holidays, including an Easter Trail, where the prize is a letter from The Easter Bunny himself! And two Dinosaur days too.

Details here: 

Dinosaur day details here.

Easter at Rye Meads- a hidden gem, activities starting from just £2.

The Easter Cammas Hall are hosting their Alice in Wonderland Trail which is just £5.50 per child and includes lots of activities and a sweet treat. Details here.

Hertford Museum as always have some fabulous craft sessions on over easter. Running between Tuesday and Thursday each week, crafts are drop in and cost just £3. The details are here.

The Dinosaur Expereince is also coming to The Harvey Centre and that is totally FREE.

There are budget friendly egg hunts from Elliot Heath- details here.

Scotts Grotto- details here

And also Harlow Pets Corner- Details here

Wimpole is also hosting Easter Egg Hunts this Easter and is just £3 per child including an egg. Details here. 

Tewinbury farm are also hosting some budget friendly easter fun days which are just £5 per child.

Of course our webpage also has an abundance of totally free things to do locally which you can view here: 

Live shows

Our beloved Hertford Theatre remains closed whilst they complete their amazing growth and legacy project. However there is some local theatre available at The Spotlight and Harlow Playhouse. Both of which are showing Easter Pantos .

The Spolight details here. 

Harlow Playhouse details here. 

SouthMill Arts are also running some great shows over the easter period details here. 

Specific dated one off events

Looking for an event for a specific date? Use the whats on page and our search bar to narrow down your search. 

Other ideas

• We also have our very own Mum's Guide to Hertford - Signs of Spring Scavenger Hunt . More information here. 

 

Activities to do at home

• Make some Mini Egg Fudge-

Adapt our candy cane 2 ingredient recipe to an Easter version. You can find the recipe here.

• Easter bonnet Parade

Make an Easter Bonnet at home with whatever you have laying around the house and have a parade through the house.

• Make some Hot cross buns!

We've found a no yeast recipe so if you would like some tasty hot cross buns this year and have self raising flour and yogurt you can find the recipe here: 

Check out our instagram reels and stories for more Easter baking ideas.

• Decorate some eggs 

If you are lucky enough to have some eggs in the children could use them to decorate. In order not to waste food, you could make a small hole in the bottom of the egg and drain the egg out first which you can then use for cooking. Lots of fun.

Easter arts and craft activities-

 The Mill house recently published some great ideas for Easter arts and Crafts using toilet rolls including the below which we thought were fabulour.

There's also a range of Easter printables here .

With a bit of luck the warmer weather will soon be on the way and therefore you may wish to use the time to explore a new park or open space, we have some suggestions here: 

Wishing you a wonderful Easter

Lots of Love

Kayleigh & The Boys

XxxX