Gloucestershire is packed with fun, family-friendly activities to make the school holidays extra special.

Here are five great Easter holiday activities in Gloucestershire to keep the kids entertained — and maybe even burn off some of that chocolate!

1 - Over Farm Easter Eggstravaganza at Countryside Adventure

This Easter, Over Farm’s Countryside Adventure is bursting with family fun. Explore the animal trail, hop on tractor-trailer and quad train rides, bounce on giant jumping pillows, and take part in the Easter mystery trail to win goody bag prizes.

Enjoy mini golf, duck racing, and spring-themed live shows, plus magic and hula-hoop workshops to keep the kids entertained all day long. With food huts and warm drinks available on site, it’s the perfect way to celebrate Easter in the Gloucestershire countryside.

2 - Easter Trail at Hayles Fruit Farm

One of the most charming outdoor Easter activities in Gloucestershire is the Hayles Easter Trail, set amongst stunning Cotswold countryside. Each year during the Easter holidays, the farm opens its gates for a family-friendly trail that’s perfect for younger children. Collect your map from the shop and follow the clues, spotting hidden treats along the way.

Running throughout the school break, every child also receives an Easter treat and a goody bag upon completion. The working fruit farm is also a lovely place to visit for seasonal fruit picking and fresh local produce.

3 - Phil's Big Bunny Show!

Looking for family fun over the Easter break? Head to Dunkertons Park in Cheltenham, where seasonal events like Phil’s Big Bunny Show bring plenty of laughs for little ones. With interactive entertainment, Easter-themed magic and space for families to relax, it’s a great way to keep children entertained during the holidays while enjoying fresh air, good food and a lively springtime atmosphere.

Joyful, interactive and just damn right silly, this show promises to be egg-citing for young kids this Easter Holidays! Book your tickets here.

4 -  Lambing and Kidding at Cotswold Farm Park

If you’re looking for an authentic springtime day out in Gloucestershire, head to Cotswold Farm Park for lambing season. Running from late March through early April, the farm comes alive with the arrival of hundreds of newborn lambs and playful goat kids.

Perfect for animal lovers, families can wander outdoor trails, watch live lambing and kidding in the animal barn, and listen to daily educational talks about the animals. It’s one of the most popular Easter farm experiences in the Cotswolds and a wonderful way for children to learn about rural life.

5 - Easter Activities at Sudeley Castle

For a spring day out with a historic twist, visit Sudeley Castle and Gardens, which offers Easter fun set amongst acres of beautiful countryside. Throughout the Easter holidays, the castle grounds burst into life with seasonal trails, garden walks and family-friendly activities, creating an excellent backdrop for a memorable day out.

Enjoy numerous easter-filled activities such as 'Hunt the Hare' around the castle grounds by following the golden egg trail. Justice will be served with a live show from Queen Elizabeth and her court, famed for making illegal hot cross buns, and finally enjoy the beautifully easter flowers that bring this site to life.

A final note from us

This Easter holiday, embrace the outdoors and create lasting memories with activities like Easter egg trails, lambing experiences, and countryside adventures that make the holidays special for your family. Whatever you get up to over half term, make sure it's a good one!

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