EASTER
EASTER IN KENT
WITH SPRING STEPPING INTO FULL BLOOM, EASTER EGGS WAITING TO BE FOUND AND SEASONAL FEASTS BECKONING, IT’ S TIME TO HOP ALONG TO KENT’ S EGG-CELLENT EASTER CELEBRATIONS.
DOVER CASTLE
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A long-cherished tradition synonymous with seasonal treats and time spent with loved ones, and a joyous marker of new beginnings and brighter days ahead, Easter offers endless opportunities to relish the splendid spring delights on offer across the glorious Garden of England.
Falling this year over the Bank Holiday weekend of 3- 6 April, with plenty more to celebrate throughout the rest of the month, there’ s no shortage of ways to fill your diary with Easter extravaganzas. From immersive trails and hunts the whole family will love to outdoor adventures, hands-on activities and plenty of seasonal indulgence, here’ s insideKENT’ s top Easter day out picks for 2026.
GARDEN GLORY & HISTORICAL ADVENTURES
Easter Quest at Dover Castle, Dover Until 19 April; english-heritage. org. uk
Head to the mighty historic Dover Castle this Easter for a fun-filled adventure quest through the blossoming castle grounds. Running every day throughout the school holidays and just £ 2 per child( general admission also applies), families are invited to follow the Easter trail, hunt for eggs and answer questions along the way to earn a delicious chocolate reward.
Magical Trails, Stories & Workshops at Godinton House & Gardens, Ashford 3- 19 April; godintonhouse. co. uk
With the ancient estate and beautifully restored gardens now open for the season, step into an enchanting world of woodland magic with Godinton House as they present a Fairy and Elf Trail. Little ones and their grown-ups will search the gardens for hidden doors, discover the magical creatures who call them home and complete the trail to claim a prize. Godinton’ s Woodland Walk Canopy also promises a delightful space to relax with a selection of storybooks, as well as a Natural Treasure Swap Shop- where families can bring along a nature find or discover a new one to take home. Running alongside the trail on select dates will be a series of woodland themed crafts and insightful wildlife experiences with the team from Kentish Stour Countryside Partnership.
The Great Dragon Egg Hunt at Hever Castle & Gardens, Edenbridge Until 19 April; hevercastle. co. uk
Featuring glorious garden rambling, hands-on dragon shield crafting and even the opportunity to meet a dragon over the Easter weekend, Hever Castle’ s The Great Dragon Egg Hunt promises an egg-citing adventure to remember. Take part in a daring quest to find dragon eggs hidden across the estate as you follow the trail,
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