Easter fun

Things to do during the Easter holidays

Make this Easter half-term one to remember! Whether you’re looking to get out and about in the sunshine or prefer to find things to do indoors, South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse have something for everyone. Take part in outdoor Easter trails, explore beautiful scenery along walking and cycling trails, meet newborn lambs, get creative with arts and crafts, build Lego models, watch a pantomime, go wild at soft play centres or splash into fun at local leisure pools.  Discover activities and events taking place across the districts throughout the school holidays – whatever the weather, there’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained!

Eggciting Easter trails

For an unforgettable Easter celebration filled with exploration, play and chocolate, discover one of the many Easter trails taking place:

Discover more Easter trails and activities in our calendar of Easter events.

Fireworks / pyrotechnics

Abingdon Springfest

Get ready for an exhilarating day filled with fun and adventure at the Abingdon Springfest, the ultimate family festival! This action-packed event offers Monster Trucks, live music, demonstrations, fairground rides, an inflatable theme park, stalls and pyrotechnics!

Spring wreath workshop

Wreath Workshop

Celebrate the season with the Hilton Garden Inn's Easter Spring Living Wreath Workshop, where you’ll create a stunning tear-drop-shaped wreath - perfect for spring and especially fitting for Easter, with its organic, egg-like design.

Lambing days

Lambing days at Bishops Court Farm

Come and experience the wonder of new life at Bishop’s Court Farm’s annual Open Lambing Day and meet the other animals on the farm – alpacas, sheep, goats and pigs. There will also be a treasure hunt for the children, with a chocolate egg for those that complete it successfully.

Spring Family Fun at Millets

Spring family fun at Millets

The Millets Farm Farmer Carters Courtyard is open this Easter! Play along with Farmer Carter as he embarks on trails, games and quizzes around the farm. With go-karts to race and many more games to entertain, it’s sure to be a fun filled day that the whole family can enjoy.

Little Acorns

Little Acorns Easter

Get creative at Earth Trust with Easter-themed crafts, outdoor play with a mud kitchen and water play, and eggs-plore the wonderful wildlife in the nature-filled gardens and meet the lambs. Plus, enjoy marshmallow s’mores with a story around the firepit.

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The Great Outdoors at Easter

Explore the natural beauty of South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse this Easter.

Easter in our Market Towns

Market Towns

Explore a treasure trove of inviting market towns, each with its own unique character and attractions, and home to independent businesses, rich history and regular events.

Faringdon Folly Sculpture Trail

Faringdon Folly

Visit Faringdon’s Folly Tower and Woodland this Easter, and enjoy breathtaking views of the area. Plus, explore the woodland and sculpture trail, where there’s plenty to discover!

Walking trails

Choose from challenging national trails, lightly energetic circular walks and charming market town trails, scavenger hunts, nature trails, historic discoveries or film and tv location trails.

Cycling trails

Whether you’re planning a solo ride, a leisurely family outing or an adventure with friends, these trails promise breathtaking landscapes, charming villages and hidden gems.

Waterperry Gardens

Spend a day at Waterperry Gardens, home to 20 acres of ornamental gardens, a quality plant centre and garden shop, gallery and gift shop, museum and tea shop, and open 7 days a week.

Active adventures this half-term

Stay active this half-term across South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse.

The Wave, Didcot

The Wave, Didcot

Dive into fun with flumes, water features and a family-friendly pool.

Abingdon White Horse Leisure and Tennis Centre

A great place to stay warm and active on a rainy day.

Wantage Leisure Centre

Wantage Leisure Centre

Take a leisurely swim or join a family swim session.

Henley Leisure Centre

Henley Leisure Centre

A warm, inviting pool, perfect for splashing away the rainy day blues.

Thame Leisure Centre

Thame Leisure Centre

A modern indoor swimming facility with plenty of space for families.

What's on this Easter

Discover events and activities are taking place this Easter in Southern Oxfordshire.

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