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Our Favourite Events This Easter in Yorkshire
Where better to hide chocolate eggs than amongst the miles of rolling coast and countryside of Yorkshire?
Looking for an activity to keep the little ones entertained during the holidays? There’s a whole host of events to celebrate Easter in Yorkshire. Even some for the biggest of bunnies to enjoy!
With the warmer Spring weather making an appearance, there’s no better reason to head to the coast or country of Yorkshire this Easter!
We’ve compiled a handy list of all of our favourite easter events in Yorkshire. Keep reading to find out more…
Easter Adventure Quest, Scarborough Castle
Saturday 05th Apr – Sunday 27th Apr 2025
The annual Adventure Quest at Scarborough Castle is one not to be missed this Easter in Yorkshire. Hidden amongst the medieval ruins of Scarborough Castle are a host of Easter surprises!
Keep your eyes peeled for eggs, clues and challenges scattered throughout the Castle grounds. Not only will you be rewarded with a delicious chocolate egg, but you’ll be also given an adventurers certificate for your efforts!
There’s lots of fun and games to be had here, including a classic egg and spoon race. Can you carry your egg to safety the fastest?
Entry to the Adventure Quest is only £2.00. Please note that this charge is in addition to the ticket price for Scarborough Castle.
Easter Treasure Hunt, Filey Bird Garden & Animal Park
Good Friday 18th April – Monday 21st April 2025
This Yorkshire Easter egg hunt takes place at the much-loved Filey Bird Garden & Animal Park. Paired with the stunning scenery and wildlife, this event is sure to get inquisitive minds racing. The event costs £1.50 each to take part.
Open daily from 10am – 4pm, there’s plenty of time to see the wildlife whilst you’re here!
Easter Dino Fun, North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Saturday 5th April – Monday 21st April 2025
Location: Goathland Station (Some activities also at Pickering Station)
Climb aboard for a roarsome adventure this Easter as the North Yorkshire Moors Railway transports you back to the age of dinosaurs. From digging for fossils to meeting baby dinosaurs, there’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained. Take a look at what’s planned throughout the Easter holidays and Bank Holiday weekend, including giant dinosaur eggs you can climb inside for a selfie.
Join the Jurassic fun and come dressed in your best dinosaur outfit. Get your claws into our Dino-tastic events and activities this Easter.
Goathland Station, image credit: Alexey Federenko
Cost £10 per child
Hebden Bridge Easter Duck Race
Monday 21st April 2025
The annual Hebden Bridge Duck Race returns in 2025, taking place on Easter Monday! Not your average Easter event in Yorkshire, the day will see hundreds of rubber ducks race along the River Calder to reach the finish line. Prizes to be won for 1st – 5th duck and last duck gets a mystery prize!
Held in the centre of town, the duck race begins at 3:15pm from County Bridge and concludes at West End Bridge.
There’s plenty to see and do on dry land too. Entertainment, live music, fairground rides and food and drink concessions will decorate the streets.
Tickets to enter the Duck Race cost £1, with all profits going to the Rotary Club of Hebden Bridge Trust Fund. You can purchase tickets on the day at St George’s Square and West End or from the website here.
Easter Eggventure, Thornton Hall Farm
Saturday 5th April – Monday 21st April 2025
You’ll enjoy hours of joy at this fun-filled Easter event in Yorkshire! There’s countless family-friendly activities taking place throughout the weekend at this much-loved farm.
Looking for an Easter egg hunt in Yorkshire? You’re at the right place! Follow the Eggventure Trail in the hopes of winning an egg, or take a seat and enjoy the eggsperimento live show. You can even feed the animals at the petting zoo and enjoy a meet and greet with the Easter Bunny!
For the littlest bunnies, there’s also an on-site soft play, go karts and a dedicated baby and toddler area.
If you’re feeling peckish, choose from mouthwatering homemade burgers, pizzas, light bites and tasty sides from The Diner.
Fancy joining in the festive fun at one of these wonderful Easter events in Yorkshire? Browse our collection of Yorkshire holiday cottages and secure your perfect base to celebrate Easter in Yorkshire this year!
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