At Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Put some 'bounce' in your step this Spring with a host of fun-filled Easter activities for the whole family to enjoy. With longer and warmer days, Easter is a special time to breathe in the fresh air and embrace the great outdoors! From traditional Easter Egg trails to adventurous exploring, we've got some great ideas to get you 'hunting', 'searching' and 'discovering' South East England this Easter with top activities to do across the holidays!
Our family fun ideas provide you with some great days out and events across the destination. Visit our full events calendar at the bottom of the page, full to the brim with 'Egg-citing events!
Planning a Easter Holiday break to the South East? Discover great value accommodation for a spring family getaway. You can also search by destinations to link up with the local official tourism websites across the region. Our newsletter archive is also a great place to discover things to do in South East England.
If you are looking for things to do in this Easter holiday or Easter weekend with the kids take a look at our recommendations below:
Don't forget our rainy day guide is also there to help whatever the Easter holiday weather brings, and you'll find a wealth of free things to do helping to put a spring into you step!
Most counties in South East England have Easter School Holidays returning between Saturday 28th March and 12th April 2026, with Easter Sunday falling on 5th April 2026. Schools in Kent will start their holidays from 3rd April until 19th April 2026.
There are two bank holidays, one on Good Friday, 3rd April 2026 and Easter Monday, 6th April 2026.
Find out what's on this Easter in Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, Dorset, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and on the Isle of Wight below. Use the Map View button to find something near you.
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Arts
Redhill
About the Event
Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
Each artist…
Arts
St Leonards, Ringwood
About the Event
Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
Each artist…
Sporting Events
London
This is a race day treat and pure racing delight. Nestled in the heart of one of London's most iconic parks, it's perfect for runners of all abilities from those looking to complete their first 10k distance to seasoned 10k runners looking for a new…
Heritage & History
Portsmouth
Step into a world of clicks, calls and curious creatures as we explore the sounds of the sea. Long before modern technology, sailors relied on careful listening to understand weather conditions, spot wildlife and stay safe at sea. Today, sound…
Childrens Events
Ashford
Hop on over to the Farm this Easter, from Friday 3rd April to Sunday 19th April, for fun filled activities the whole family will enjoy!
What's on Friday 3rd to Monday 6th April:
- Meet Noreen Carrots, Lavendar Lamb and Farrington T Fox
- See them…
Exhibition
Winchester
This free exhibition in Winchester College's Treasury museum draws on the College’s collection of Old Master prints and has been curated by a group of pupils in their final year at Winchester. It includes prints of many different types, by artists…
Childrens Events
Canterbury
Join us at West Blean & Thornden Woods for a spring salt-dough mosaic workshop. Make and decorate your biodegradable mosaic to take home!
Explore West Blean and Thornden Woods and take part in a spring salt-dough mosaic workshop with our Education…
Childrens Events
Chatham
This Easter, families are invited to take part in The Great Ocean Egg-sploration at The Historic Dockyard Chatham.
A powerful current has swept through the Dockyard, scattering precious ocean eggs belonging to sea creatures featured in the Ocean…
Childrens Events
Arundel
March 20-May 31
Included in your admission price, book in advance and save 10%
This spring, WWT Arundel is teaming up with Macmillan Children's Books to explore the wonderful world of wetlands with Gozzle the gosling, from Julia Donaldson and Sara…
Participatory Event
Polegate
Enjoy vistas of bluebells in 23 acres of ancient woodland. Walks and trails through three farms. Countryside exhibition. One walk is wheelchair friendly.
Dance / Dancing
Old Windsor
If you love Strictly - this is your ultimate 4* experience
Spend the weekend with your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing and British Dance Champions at the impressive 4* De Vere Beaumont Estate.
Enjoy 3 days of spectacular dance showcases…
Arts
Redhill, Nutfield
About the Event
Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
Each artist…
Walking
West Street, Chichester
Have fun (re-)discovering Chichester, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air. Curious About Chichester visits not just the obvious places, but…
Health & Wellbeing
Marlow
Relax, Recharge, Reset with an after work wind down session at Danesfield House Hotel
Special Events
Hailsham
The Garden Show comes to Herstmonceux Castle from 17–19 April 2026.
Enjoy over 170 exhibitors, specialist plants, garden shopping, artisan makers, food, live craft demos and family entertainment.
Explore talks on small gardens transforming lives,…
Music
Maidenhead
Presented by Maidenhead Music Society.
An exploration of light and the ways it has been conveyed through choral music, featuring music spanning five centuries, from Tallis, Monteverdi and Rheinberger to the present day.
'A choir from whom I'm sure…
Tour
Chatham
f you're a fan of the hit series and you've been wondering where Call the Midwife is filmed, put yourself in the picture and explore where the real drama happens with a Call the Midwife Official Location Tour at The Historic Dockyard Chatham…
Childrens Events
Chichester
'Hop' along to the Gallery and take part in our free drop-in activity!
Inspired by William Nicholson's Velveteen Rabbit children's story, we will be creating our very own Easter bunny framed portrait.
This activity is FREE and supported by members…
Gardens
Waterperry
In Autumn, 10,000 bulbs were planted to create a meadow of yellows, oranges and creams in our gardens. This is a must-see this Spring for a stunning walk.*
Don't forget to share your photos on social media and tag us.
*Normal garden entrance fee…
Music
Maidenhead
Hosted by Jeff Lloyd.
Twelve hopeful crate-diggers dust off the records time forgot and drop the needle on nostalgia. From lost gems to "oh wow, I remember this!" moments, each contender bets their vinyl will spin the audience back in time. Expect…
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