Endless Easter Holiday Ideas in Yorkshire

It's no secret that there are some wonderful places to visit with the family in Yorkshire and some fantastic fun day trip destinations. There are dozens of options for things to do in Yorkshire, regardless of the age of your children, so if you're worried about keeping them busy over the Easter holidays, don't worry! There are activities in Yorkshire for every type of family, from history buffs to animal lovers to adrenaline junkies. Here are just a few Easter events to get on board with...

Egg-celent Fun at The Deep

Hull's award-winning aquarium, The Deep, has plenty of interesting, fun and educational activities to take part in during the Easter holidays. It is one of the most exciting places to visit in Yorkshire, with fascinating creatures to meet and much to learn. At Easter, hear about the eggs laid by some of the aquarium's inhabitants, including penguins, turtles, and sharks. There are family crafts to participate in and an activity trail, as well as a daily dive show at 2pm, penguin feeds to watch each morning and afternoon, and interactive presentations throughout the day.

Toddler Easter Party at Thornton Hall Farm

Thornton Hall Farm offers fantastic things to do in Yorkshire, especially for parents with toddlers. They're brightening up their Easter preschool sessions with a party that includes games, a treasure hunt, a picnic and fun in the barnyard! This event will take place on the weekend of March 22nd and advance booking is recommended.

Easter: A Chocolate Cracking Adventure at York's Chocolate Story

Between March 30 and April 7, the kids (ideally aged 4-8) can embark on a chocolate adventure in York with the characters Gr-egg and Yolko. Gr-egg loses all the Easter eggs, so they have to correct his mistake and save Easter - it's a great way to get the whole family in the Easter mood. As special activities in Yorkshire take place during the holidays, don't miss them.

Easter Tournament at Royal Armories

This brilliant annual event showcases all the excitement of an authentic medieval joust. This live-action spectacle has all the families on the edge of their seats as famous knights from England, Poland, Austria and France battle for victory. The Royal Armories has been one of the most popular places to visit in Yorkshire at Easter in recent years, and this event has sold out for the past two years. If you are interested in jousting, make sure to book your tickets in advance!

Mad About Madagascar Easter Event at The Tropical Butterfly House

Are your kids obsessed with the DreamWorks blockbuster, Madagascar? If so, they will love this event at the Tropical Butterfly House! There are several things to do in Yorkshire, including encounter amazing Madagascan species and take part in a special Easter egg hunt on Easter Sunday and Monday. There will be daily animal encounters for visitors to enjoy, as well as interesting Yorkshire activities such as free tractor rides, themed arts and crafts activities and more.

Endless Easter Holiday Ideas in Yorkshire