There’s a fabulous selection of family-friendly Easter activities taking place around London this year; you can enjoy nature and theatre through children’s literary classics, partake in seasonal craft activities, create your own chocolates and go on an Easter bunny hunt!
Dear Zoo at London Zoo (2 – 18 April)
Rod Campbell’s classic children’s story will be brought to life in this fantastic activity package at London Zoo, which includes an interactive trail, meeting the Dear Zoo team, and listening to the story itself!
The Very Hungry Caterpillar at Kew Gardens (2 – 18 April)
Another classic children’s story, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, is being celebrated at Kew Gardens this Easter. Meander along the enchanting trail and spot fruit and chrysalis sculptures along the way, whilst learning about plant and insect life.
Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt at Kensington Palace (2, 3, 6 – 10 & 13 – 17 April)
Follow the trail to learn the stories of characters who have lived, visited and worked at Kensington Palace whilst keeping your eyes peeled for giant Lindt gold bunny sculptures to tick off on your trail sheet. Once completed, you will be presented with your own Lindt gold bunny*!
*If you have particular dietary requirements and are unable to eat a chocolate bunny, do notify a member of staff who will award you with an alternative prize.
Spring Surprises at Hyde Park (5 – 7 April)
This brilliant activity day is filled with a wonderful array of adventures including a nature trail, pond dipping, storytelling and crafts.
Meal One at the Southbank Centre (14 – 15 April)
Based upon the 1971 book of the same name, Meal One is a fabulous theatrical experience for families, filled with projections, music, dance and augmented reality.
Accessible: We are absolutely delighted to see that the 1pm performance on 15 April is British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted, and that all performances are captioned and relaxed.
Chocolate Workshop at Chelsea Physic Garden (17 April)
Held on the historic four-acre site of the Apothecaries’ Garden, families will learn how cacao beans are grown, how they are transformed into chocolate, then will get the opportunity to design their own chocolates.
We would recommend that you pre-book any of these activities to avoid disappointment.