11 fun-filled Easter Egg hunts to enjoy across London
Ever stuck on what to do with the children during the holidays? Then have no fear, Barratt London have found 11 Easter-themed day outs that children will LOVE this Easter
1. The Lindt gold bunny hunt at Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Ct Way, Molesey, East Molesey KT8 9AU
2- 18 April 2022
The Lindt gold bunny hunt is back this Easter running from 2-18 April,10:00 am- 6:00 pm every day. Under 5’s go free and will not need an entry ticket. The hunt is designed for children aged 4-12 years old with their families and will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete.
Use the trail map to explore the palace gardens and hunt down the Lindt gold bunny statues hiding there. Along the way, children will learn about the fascinating people who lived and worked at Hampton Court Palace. With each bunny found, a new tale will be revealed. At the end of the trail, children can collect a Lindt gold bunny reward. Booking in advance is advised.
2. The Lindt gold bunny hunt at Kensington Palace
Kensington Gardens, London W8 4PX
02, 03, 06 – 10, 13 – 17 April 2022
The Lindt gold bunny hunt is also taking place at Kensington Palace. The hunt is designed for children aged 4-12 years old.
In the same fashion as the hunt at Hampton Court Palace, children will follow the trail map to find gold Lindt bunnies hidden along the way. Each bunny will tell a tale of fascinating characters who lived and worked at the palace. Upon completing the trail, a gold Lindt bunny can be redeemed. Booking in advance is advised.
3. Dear Zoo at ZSL London Zoo
2 – 18 April 2022
Outer Cir, London NW1 4RY
From 2-18 April, step inside the much-loved classic storybook ‘Dear Zoo’ by Rod Campbell. Embark on an interactive activity trail, enjoy lively story-time sessions, and learn all about the fantastic animals the zoo has to offer. Entry to the ‘Dear Zoo’ exhibition is included in the price of a zoo ticket.
4. Lost and found at the London Transport Museum
The Piazza, London WC2E 7BB
2-18 April 2022
As part of this year’s Easter activities, London Transport Museum invites you to enter the weird and wonderful world of London’s Transport property office. Since the office opened in 1933, it has become home to 15 million objects, from everyday items to much more unusual ones.
This Easter, visitors will be able to follow a trail around the museum to discover lost items from London’s tubes, trains, and buses. On selected dates, children’s authors Emily Rand and Kate Wilkinson will be at the museum reading from their books inspired by the lost items.
5.Yoshi’s Easter egg hunt at Kidzania
Westfield London Shopping Centre Ariel Way, London W12 7GA
2-18 April 2022
Nintendo has teamed up with Kidzania in London to celebrate the launch of Yoshi’s crafted world on Nintendo Switch by putting on an exclusive Easter egg hunt during the school holidays. Prizes can be won by those who complete the hunt. Tickets are £27 per child and £16 per adult. Booking is advised.
6. Easter egg hunt at Morden Hall Park
Morden Hall Rd, London, Morden SM4 5JD
2-18 April 2022
Morden Hall Park belonging to the National Trust in southwest London, are hosting an Easter egg Hunt trail on the 6th and 18th of April from 10 am- 4 pm. Tickets for the trail will be £3 per child and this includes a map, pencil, and chocolate egg upon completion.
7. Easter Adventure at Marble Hill House
Richmond Rd, Twickenham TW1 2NL
15 – 18 April 2022
Marble Hill House is running an adventure quest this Easter where you can explore the grounds to hunt for clues and discover traditional easter games like the egg and spoon race and egg rolling. Locate the easter eggs, and you will win a reward of a chocolate treat and certificate at the end. It’s the perfect way to get out and explore history this Easter.
8. Dino Kingdom at Gunnersbury Park
Gunnersbury Park, Popes Ln, London W3 8LQ
April 1st– April 18th
Take a journey through time into the land of dinosaurs and be prepared to be wowed. Dino Kingdom brings you roaring and moving dinosaurs with state-of-the-art 3D and AR technology that you can get up close to! With fairground rides, food stalls, and plenty of family fun, this is not one to be missed this Easter! Dino Kingdom will be open from 10 am -7 pm daily, with the last entry at 4 pm. Child tickets (ages 3-15) cost £12 off-peak and £15 peak. Children under three years old go free!
9. Easter trail at Chelsea Physic Garden
66 Royal Hospital Rd, London SW3 4HS
April 15,17,18
The Chelsea Physic Garden will hold an Easter rail around their beautiful gardens on Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday. The trail will follow their four-acre gardens, where you will learn about the world of plants. At the end, a prize will be received for all trail entries.
10. The Very hungry caterpillar trail at Kew Gardens
Kew, Richmond, London, TW9 3AE
2-18 April 2022
Based on the much-loved story by Eric Carle, ‘The Very Hungry Caterpillar’, take part in a beautiful trail through Kew Gardens this Easter. Make your way through sculptures whilst learning fascinating facts about nature and plants. The Easter Trail is included in the admission price to Kew Gardens and will run all day.
11. Easter Chocolate making at the National Army Museum
Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London SW3 4HT
6-7 April 2022
Visit the National Army Museum this Easter to learn about the history of chocolate! This family-friendly workshop will allow you to try your hand at shaping and decorating delicious chocolate treats to take home. The sessions will run from 11am- 12:30pm and 2pm – 3:30pm. The workshop costs £5 per child and is recommended for children aged 6+.