Easter in Suffolk is a time of vibrant celebrations, offering a plethora of events that cater to all ages. As the county blossoms into spring, families and visitors can immerse themselves in a variety of activities, from traditional egg hunts to unique festivals. Here’s an updated guide to some of the most anticipated Easter events in Suffolk for 2025
Easter Adventures at Melford Hall
Join the Easter fun at Melford Hall from 9th–13th and 16th–21st April 2025! Explore the beautiful parkland and gardens while taking part in nature-inspired activities for the whole family. The trail runs daily from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm (last entry at 3:30 pm). For just £3.50, you’ll receive an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears, and a delicious chocolate egg (choose from dairy, vegan, or Free From* options).
Along with the trail, enjoy creative activities in the parkland and additional games in the formal garden. A perfect day out for the family this Easter! *Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut, and tree nut allergies.
Easter Adventure Quest at Framlingham Castle
Join Framlingham Castle from 5th to 27th April 2025 for a cracking adventure quest this Easter holiday. Explore the castle to hunt for clues and challenges, and discover traditional Easter games like egg rolling and the egg and spoon race. Track down the Easter eggs and you’ll be rewarded with an adventurer’s certificate and a tasty chocolate treat.
National Trust Ickworth House and Gardens
From 4th to 22nd April 2025, explore the stunning parkland of Ickworth on a family-friendly Easter trail! Enjoy nature-inspired activities as you make your way along the route. Trails cost £3.50 per participant and include a trail sheet, bunny ears, and a delicious dairy, vegan, or Free From* chocolate egg. Open daily from 10:00 am – 3:30 pm (last entry at 3:00 pm). A perfect way to celebrate spring in the great outdoors!
Easter at Southwold Maize Maze Play Park
Enjoy a day of outdoor fun and adventure at Southwold Maize Maze Play Park this Easter!
From 4th to 21st April 2025, Southwold Maize Maze hosts its Easter Bunny Hunt! Search for seven hidden Easter Bunny boards in the play area, collect stickers, and claim a sweet treat. Look out for a daily hidden golden egg for a special prize! Kids can also enjoy jumping pillows, zip lines, sandpits, and more. Open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Booking online is recommended.
Easter at Kentwell Hall
Experience a variety of traditional Easter activities at Kentwell Hall in Long Melford from 18th to 21st April 2025. Enjoy an exciting Egg Hunt, try your hand at Egg Rolling, Egg & Spoon Races, and Egg Tossing, or challenge yourself with some fun races. Visitors can also meet adorable newborn lambs and younger children can participate in the I-Spy Trail. For those looking to relax, take a stroll through the beautiful gardens and feed the carp from the Moat Bridge.
Easter Family Fun at Snape Maltings
A great day of Easter-themed family activities awaits at the beautiful setting of Snape Maltings on 19th April 2025. From 10:30 am, participate in a special Easter Trail, enjoy art & craft activities for children, face-painting, delicious tastings in the shops, and their bustling Farmers’ Market. Treat yourself to an array of fresh local fare including cheese, chocolates, gin, juices, fruit, and delicious artisan bakes – ideal for enjoying on-site or taking back to your home or accommodation to savour.
Easter Gala Steam Up at at the Mid Suffolk Light Railway
Enjoy a steam-powered Easter celebration at The Mid-Suffolk Light Railway’s Easter Gala Steam Up on 20th and 21st April 2025. Experience the power of three steam locomotives in action, including the vintage ‘Sir Berkeley’ from 1890, as well as two more modern engines: the 1941 ‘Swordfish’ and the 1951 ‘Lady Ingrid’. The museum, restoration shed, tea room, and real ale bar will all be open over the Easter weekend, making it a great day out for those in the county.The museum, restoration shed, tea room, and real ale bar will all be open over the Easter weekend, making it a great day out for those in the county
Woody’s Eggcellent Adventure at Pleasurewood Hills
Join lovable mascot Woody Bear on his Easter adventure at Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park in Lowestoft from 5th to 27th April 2025. His Eggcellent Adventure includes a hunt to find answers that make up a mystery word – keep an eye out for giant bunny ears, as they give clues to the next marker! This fun-filled activity is perfect for little ones and their families, with chances to win fantastic prizes.
Spring Babies Carnival at Easton Farm Park
Head to Easton Farm Park from the 7th – 21st April for family fun on the farm in the beautiful Suffolk countryside. Visit the farm and ride a pony, hug a bunny and the newbon lambs, collect eggs on the easter egg hunt, take a tractor & trailer ride and lots more.
Easter Fun at East Point Pavilion, Lowestoft
East Point Pavilion is hosting a brilliant line-up of Easter activities for families. Little ones aged 2–6 can join the Early Years Easter Party on Monday 7 April (£5 per child, £2 per adult), while budding nature explorers will love the pond-dipping sessions with Angie on Wednesday 9 April (£4).
Creative kids can get involved in a face painting workshop with Florence and the Facepaints on Thursday 10 April (£10), and don’t miss the magical puppet adventure Mess! from Foan & Fortune Theatre Company on Wednesday 16 April (£10 adults, £8 children, £9 over 60s). Finally, Angie returns on Saturday 19 April with All About Eggs, a hands-on session all about egg-laying creatures (£4). For more information visit https://www.eastpointpavilion.com/events
Have a day in the Forest
Get the adrenaline pumping on a treetop adventure at the site where Go Ape first began at High Logde in Suffolk. Take a high wire walk through the trees or if you prefer to keep your feet on terra firma, hire a segway which is possibly the most fun you can have on two wheels in the forest. There are plenty of activities here to keep you active all day in the forest, from walking and cycling trails to archery. Pack a picnic or have a relaxing break in the cafe.
Easter Paw-ty at the National Horseracing Museum
Calling all dog lovers! The National Horseracing Museum in Newmarket invites you and your furry friends to an Easter Paw-ty on Friday, 18th April 2025. This fun-filled day includes a variety of dog-themed events such as a Fun Dog Show, arena displays, interactive activities, and an Easter Trail designed for families and their pets. Browse stalls offering treats for both you and your canine companions. Admission is £5 for adults and £3 for children, with dogs entering for free. Remember to keep your pets on a lead while within the museum grounds
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