There is loads going on for children this Easter (generally involving chocolate!) including an Easter egg hunt and kids clubs here at Treworgey. But to save you from total sugar-fuelled chaos, we’ve made sure our tips on the best days out this Easter include plenty of non-confectionary orientated activities!
With the weather becoming milder and hopefully a greater chance of some sunshine, this is also a great time to enjoy walking or cycling in the splendour of the Cornish countryside, especially after an Easter lunch or before a jam-first Cornish cream tea. See our other blogs for a host of suggestions for local walks and bike rides, especially if you’re looking for dog-friendly options.
27th March – 2nd April – Easter Egg Hunt with Looe Lane Train, The Harbour (5 mins)
All aboard the Looe Land Train! For an Easter Egg hunt with a difference, try one from the land train in the harbour at Looe. There are 6 lost Easter eggs in and around this charming place, and your ticket includes full day access to the land train (you should allow a minimum of two hours for the hunt!). Each child gets a pair of bunny ears, an activity pack, and an egg to take away – with chocolate treats on board for all, child or not!
29th March - 14th April – Newquay Golden Rocks Hunt, Newquay
You may have hunted for eggs many times, but have you ever hunted for rocks? There will be 50 golden rocks hidden around Newquay over Easter, and each can be exchanged for a gift! Especially for children aged 12 and under, the Golden Rocks Hunt makes for a fun way to explore this seaside town. If you find one, just visit the Tourist Information Centre, Marcus Hill, TR7 1BD to claim your gift.
01637 838516
https://www.visitnewquay.org/whats-on/easter-golden-rocks-hunt-2024-p2687403
29th March – 14th April – Springfest at The Eden Project, PL24 2SG (45 mins)
Get excited for Springfest this Easter at the Eden Project. Make memories and celebrate the joys of spring with plenty of family-friendly games, crafts and activities to get the whole family exploring the great outdoors and Biomes. 9.30 am – 5 pm
https://www.edenproject.com/visit/whats-on/easter-at-eden-springfest
3rd April – Spring Supper in the Mediterranean Biome, The Eden Project
How about a delicious al fresco style supper in the Mediterranean Biome? Enjoy a seasonal menu of splendid Eden-grown and locally sourced spring produce. This tranquil dining experience will feel like an evening abroad, without having to leave Cornwall. Booking essential. £45 per adult, £25 for under 16’s. Arrive between 6 and 7.
https://www.edenproject.com/visit/whats-on/mediterranean-biome-spring-suppers
29th March – 14th April – The Adventures of the Lost Lamb, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Pentewan, St.Austell, PL26 6EN (50 mins)
This Easter, you’re invited to discover spring at The Lost Gardens of Heligan. You’ll reconnect with nature and enjoy the colours and diverse sensory richness of the gardens as you follow the adventures of Lowenna the Lost Lamb.
Collect your trail booklet from the Ticket Office and follow Lowenna’s adventure as it unfolds through the pages and on the story boards along the way.
https://www.heligan.com/events/events-at-heligan/the-adventures-of-the-lost-lamb/
30 March - 7 April 2024 - St. Endellion Easter Festival, Collegiate Church of St Endellion, North Cornwall PL29 3TP
A week of wonderful concerts, spoken thoughts and services. Programme here
Lovers of chamber, choral and orchestral music should not miss this.
30th March – The Hugs Foundation Easter Open Day, Higher Whitley Farms, Helland Rd., Bodmin PL31 2NT (40 mins)
The Hugs Foundation is a rescue and rehabilitation charity for horses, ponies and donkeys, and this Easter they’re holding an Open Day so that everyone can see what they do and have fun. With children’s activities and the opportunity to meet the animals, it will certainly go down well with any farmyard-loving little ones.
07539 916048. What Three Words: royal.ocean.bumps (sat nav unreliable), 10-2 pm.
https://hugsfoundation.org.uk/hugs-easter-open-day/
30th March - Easter Beach Clean, Seaton Beach (20 mins)
Spend your Saturday afternoon doing good this Easter weekend by joining the Easter Beach Clean at Seaton Beach. This organised beach clean is open to all ages (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult) and equipment is provided. It’s wise to make sure you’re wearing suitable clothing and footwear, however!
www.looemarineconservation.org
30th March – St Ives Kite Fest, The Island, St Ives, TR26 1PL (60 mins)
There’s something special about St Ives in spring. Clear, expansive skies and fresh sea air. As the clocks go forward and we leap into the new season, it’s the ideal time to blow away the cobwebs and embrace the elements with a fun, free activity for all. St Ives Kite Fest is back again for 2024!
Turn up with your kite, take off and have fun at The Island, St Ives on Saturday 30th March! The following link also has details of how to make your own kite.
https://stivestowncouncil-cornwall.gov.uk/civic_events/st-ives-kite-fest/
31st March – The Lions Club of Looe Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Looe Beach, PL13 1BU (5 mins)
Easter Sunday Fun on the beach and seafront. Easter egg hunt on the beach for ages 0 - 6 (plastic spades only) followed by ages 7 – 11 yrs Digging between 1pm – 2pm. £1 per child. Easter egg for every participant. Keep your eyes peeled for the Grand Easter Hamper Raffle tickets too! Tel: 07557140526
https://looelions.co.uk/easter-fun/
3rd April
31st March - Easter Egg Rolling, Duke Street, Padstow (60 mins)
Decorated eggs have been rolled down Duke Street in Padstow on Easter Sunday morning for as long as anyone can remember. Bring your own hard-boiled egg and join in this traditional Easter event that provides fun for families and is an important fundraiser for the RNLI.
National Trust
All National Trust properties, grounds and gardens are all open from Easter time and are offering East Egg Hunts and Easter Trails for family fun. Our most local at Lanhydrock, Cotehele and Anthony have trails encouraging the whole family, complete in bunny ears, to find nature inspired activities with help from their Easter trail sheet, with a suitable Easter egg reward for completion at the end. Dates and opening times vary per location so be sure to check online at ....
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall#upcoming-events
6th and 7th April – Cornwall Spring Flower Show – Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge (45 mins)
Banish the winter blues and enjoy our celebration of Cornwall’s early spring at our very own “Chelsea”! Dramatic displays of spring flowers and shrubs; exquisite exhibits by leading nurseries and floral designers, and a spectacular spread of horticultural traders.
https://cornwallgardensociety.org.uk/spring-flower-show
7th April – Easter Rockpool Ramble, Hannafore Beach, Looe (7 mins)
If you’ve ever wondered what lives in the rockpools near you, then join our local experts at our rockpool ramble to find out! Please wear suitable clothing and footwear and leave nets at home as they can harm delicate rockpool creatures. Meet below the coastguard station on Hannafore Beach. 11-12.30 pm. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. This is a FREE event but donations to Looe Marine Conservation Group are welcome
www.looemarineconservation.org
