One of our favourite places to spend Easter is in the Lake District. With newborn baby lambs, daffodils galore and often glorious sunshine, Cumbria in the Spring really is the perfect place.
There are also plenty of organised Easter activities to keep children and the whole family entertained over the Easter holidays. We’ve researched the many Easter Egg Hunts available in the Lake District National Park and around Cumbria. Many of these are free to take part in if you are looking for budget family activities at Easter.
When is Easter 2024?
This year, Easter weekend falls fairly early with Easter Sunday on 31st March 2024. Many Easter events will be limited to the 4 main days of Good Friday 29th March, Easter Saturday 30th March, Easter Sunday 31st March and Easter Monday 1st April. School holidays vary massively around the North West so you may also find more activities scheduled over the entire Easter period.
ALWAYS check details with venues direct by clicking the blue links before heading out, especially opening hours and booking details. Information can change. Many events have indoor contingency plans in case of severe weather etc but always best to check beforehand.
National Trust Easter Egg Hunts
We have taken part in several National Trust Easter Egg Hunts with our children over the years and they are always well organised and plenty of fun. Booking not needed at National Trust Easter Egg Hunts.
Wray Castle
Low Wray, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JA
23rd March 2024 – 7th April 2024 10am – 3.30pm (Last entry 3pm)
Follow the trail, filled with indoor and outdoor activities for the whole family. The play area is now reopen following storm damage last year. The grounds are on the shores of Lake Windermere so you will have stunning views as you follow the trail.
Entrance £3 (There is free entry to Wray grounds and the ground floor of Wray castle) includes Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and chocolate egg (suitable for allergies).
Visit the Wray National Trust website for full details of their Easter activities.
Sizergh Castle
Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8DZ
29th March 2024 – 1st April 2024 10am-4pm
Follow the Easter trail and take part in nature inspired activities for the whole family. Don’t forget to collect your chocolate egg at the end of the trail.
As the walk is through woodlands, please wear sturdy footwear and clothes you don’t mind potentially getting a bit muddy! Suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs
Entrance £3, includes trail sheet, bunny ears and chocolate egg (suitable for allergies).
Visit the Sizergh National Trust website for full details of last entry.
Wordsworth House
Main St, Cockermouth CA13 9RX
29th March 2024 – 10th April 2024 10am-3pm
Follow the fun-filled Easter trail whilst exploring the home and gardens of Dorothy and William Wordsworth, There are treasures to be found throughout the trail.
Collect an activity pack and take part in creative Easter crafts, not forgetting your Easter Egg at the end of the trail.
Eggs available suitable for people with dietary requirements.
Entrance £3 (National Trust normal admission fees apply)
Visit the Wordsworth House website for up to date opening hours and event details.
Allan Bank
Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9QB
26th March 2024 – 7th April 2024 10am-4pm
Follow the trail and discover the nature inspired activities on the pushchair friendly Easter trail. Accessible parking available, however some parts of the trail may not be suitable for wheelchair users. Wellies or boots advisable as some areas can get muddy.
Entrance £3, includes bunny ears, trail map and chocolate egg on completion (suitable for allergies).
Visit the Allan Bank website for more details of events happening at Allan Bank this Spring.
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Walby Farm Park
Walby, Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle CA6 4QL
Sat 23 March – Sun 14 April 2024
A self-led Easter Egg Hunt is available every day between 10am – 5.30pm
In addition, the following Easter activities are happening:
- Chocolatiers’ Kitchen (kids decorate their own chocolate treat)
- Daily Egg-stra special Giant Easter Egg Hunt
- Hunt for the Golden Egg
- Lambing Live in the Animal Barn
- Meet baby lambs
Entry: Adult: £11.45, Child: £14.95 (concessions available). (Offers available when booking online)
Visit the Walby Farm Park website for further details on Easter events.
Muncaster Castle
Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ
Good Friday 29th March 2024 – Easter Monday 1st April 2024
Easter Egg Hunt takes place every day. Easter treat available on completion.
In addition, choose between testing your problem-solving skills at the Protect the Egg Workshop or exploring the gardens in the Easter Spring Trail!
Protect the Egg Workshop – Admission costs start at £12.60 (also includes the Easter Spring Trail)
Design and craft a protective shield for your egg – then brace yourself as these creations face the ultimate test in The Big Egg Drop from the castle roof! Will your shield hold up and safeguard your egg from the fall?
Visit the Muncaster Castle Website for up to date details on opening times and entrance fees.
Farm and Fell Campsite
Birks Farm, Birks Lane, Sedbergh, Cumbria LA10 5HQ
Good Friday 29th March 2024 – Easter Monday 1st April 2024
Based in Sedbergh, straddling the border of Cumbria and West Yorkshire, Farm & Fell Campsite are offering a weekend of family camping fun with Easter activities such as:
- Live music on Friday, Saturday & Sunday night, with bar and hot food
- Lambing on the farm with the opportunity to get involved with lamb feeding and other farm activities
- Easter activities over the weekend include Easter egg hunt, Egg painting, Easter Sunday egg rolling.
- The family challenge for the weekend will be a medal for every family that takes a selfie from the hill top of Winder Fell with the campsite in the background
Admission £90 per family which includes all activities plus camping (Tent/Motorhome/Camper Van pitch 8m x 10m) for 2 Adults and up to 4 children.
Visit the Farm and Fell Campsite Website for full details on how to book.
We have previously had a great time at Easter adventures held at other venues that have not announced plans yet. We are particularly fond of and will be looking out for:
- Grizedale Forest
- Whinlatter Forest
- Brockhole on Windermere
We are aware that some venue have yet to announce their events and will keep updating this post right up until the date. Please feel free to contact us if you know of any events that we have missed out. Thank you!
If you are looking for the best places to book a short break for a special Easter getaway, you might like to read the review of our stay at The Quiet Site Glamping near Ullswater. A brilliant base at this time of year.
If you are looking for somewhere to eat, we also highly recommend De Brito Craig’s Wheatsheaf near Cockermouth for fantastic pub food.
Please also look out for future posts looking at Easter Events North West happening in 2024 including Easter Activities in Liverpool & Merseyside.
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So many fabulous Easter events in the Lake District! Totally agree that it is an amazing part of the country to visit at Easter. When the weather is onside, it is glorious! x