Easter adventures await across Berkshire and beyond

From egg hunts in blooming gardens to toe-tapping theatre shows and wildlife trails, this Easter holiday is bursting with family-friendly fun across Berkshire and the surrounding countryside.

As the countryside bursts into life, it’s the perfect time to step outdoors and embrace the joys of spring. Whether you’re following bunny trails through historic parkland, enjoying a musical adventure on stage, or discovering wildlife with little explorers, there’s an egg-citing line-up of events to keep the whole family entertained this Easter.

Here’s our pick of the best family-friendly activities this season.

Easter trails with the National Trust

As the countryside bursts into life, it’s a wonderful time to explore the great outdoors on an Easter egg hunt with the National Trust. Follow trails at Basildon Park and Greys Court from March 21st to April 12th. £3.50 per trail to include an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan and Free From chocolate egg to tuck into.

Riverside Easter Fun at Caversham Court Gardens

Follow the Easter Trail in Caversham Court Gardens on Easter Saturday, 4th April, 2-4pm. The Friends of Caversham Court Gardens will be hosting an Easter Quiz on a nature theme in the lovely riverside gardens. Win an Easter Egg prize or a non-dairy treat. Entry is free, but donations to the Friends of Caversham Court Gardens appreciated.

For more information, visit home.fccg.org.uk.

Village Traditions at the Binfield Easter Egg Hunt

Hop to it & join the great Binfield Easter Egg Hunt (dates TBC). This will be the 10th year for the egg-cellent adventure around the village. Buy a map from Binfield Village stores or Foxes Den Café during the week and follow the fundraising trail with coffee shops, playgrounds and a fantastic pub en route, start hunting & have a great day out.

Visit binfieldevents.com/easteregghunt for dates.

Creative Planting at Squire’s Garden Centres

Easter bunnies can get creative planting a colourful basket at Squire’s Garden Centres in Wokingham and Hare Hatch on selected dates over the Easter hols. Join the Spring hunt as you Create & Grow from March 30th-April 10th.

Advanced booking essential, details at squiresgardencentres.co.uk.

Fairground Fun at Dinton Pastures Country Park

Join the fun of the fair at Dinton Pastures this Easter holiday, March 28th-April 12th, with rides and attractions galore on the Events Field behind the Café.

Outdoor Adventures at Wokingham Countryside Service

Ready for a school holiday packed with adventure? Take part in the Easter Wilds Days Childrens Club, March 30th-April 10th, full and half days available for 8-14 year olds.

Try an exciting new challenge every day on land and water, set against the beautiful backdrop of Black Swan Lake.

Book at wokinghamcountryside.co.uk/events/easter-wild-days-childrens-club.

Musical Mayhem at South Hill Park Arts Centre

Riotous musical comedy The Wind in the Willows follows Mole, Rat, Badger, and the impulsive Mr Toad, whose insatiable need for speed lands him in serious trouble. Toad must attempt a daring escape leading to a series of misadventures and a heroic battle to recapture Toad Hall from Chief Weasel and his gang at South Hill Park, April 7th-12th.

For more information, visit southhillpark.org.uk/shp-events/willows.

Dream Big at Theatre Royal Windsor

Following the success of previous holiday school productions, the Theatre Royal Windsor invites you to follow Joseph on his extraordinary journey as he dares to dream big complete with his coat of many colours. Packed with unforgettable songs, vibrant storytelling, and high-energy dance numbers, this is a joyful, uplifting show. April 8th-11th.

Book at theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk/joseph-26.

Dino Delights at Corn Exchange Newbury

This Easter holiday, the Corn Exchange Newbury welcomes families to a riotous musical adventure with The Dinosaur That Pooped: A Rock Show (Saturday, 28th March, 1.30pm & 4pm).

Adapted from Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter’s bestselling book, this high-energy production blends catchy new songs, slapstick comedy and heartwarming fun. With mischievous villains, rocking dreams, and plenty of poo-powered surprises, it’s a joyfully silly treat for all ages.

Book at cornexchangenew.com/events/the-dinosaur-that-pooped.

Arts & Crafts Escape at Kelmscott Manor

Explore William Morris’s ‘heaven on earth’ at Kelmscott Manor as the house and farm buildings loved by Morris as a work of true craftmanship, totally unspoilt and unaltered, and in harmony with the surrounding countryside reopen for the season on April 2nd.

iew the iconic collection of artwork and objects he owned and designed and discover why the Cotswold home became an inspiration for him and his family. Take a stroll around the enchanting gardens and treat yourself to homemade fare from the licensed tearoom.

For more information, visit kelmscottmanor.org.uk.

Music in Bloom at Newbury Spring Festival

Newbury Spring Festival brings two weeks of world-class music to Newbury and its surrounding villages, with more than 45 events across 20 venues, spanning many different genres including jazz, musical theatre, cabaret, world music, folk music, choral music, ballet, chamber music, solo recitals, brass bands and gospel choirs.

Find out what’s on at newburyspringfestival.org.uk.

Tropical Escape at The Living Rainforest

For a tropical twist on spring days out, head to The Living Rainforest in Hampstead Norreys. This award-winning ecological and education centre is home to 850+ species of plants and animals from rare bromeliads to colourful birds, frogs and reptiles.

Don’t miss Penelope and Isabella, the Goeldi’s monkeys settling into their rainforest home.

For more information, visit livingrainforest.org.

Wildlife Trails at Nature Discovery Centre

Join the Nature Discovery Centre in Thatcham for fresh air and wildlife discoveries as you help mother fox find her missing cubs and discover the other baby animals hiding in the woods, ponds and meadows.

Plus, there’s a fun family trail for Easter with a small chocolate prize at the end. April 7th-9th.

For more information, visit bbowt.org.uk/events.

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