There’s something for all ages across our attractions this school holiday. Rediscover the dinosaurs among the Welsh woodland, create your own Easter chocolate treats, meet soap icons and even experience the plague beneath Edinburgh’s historic streets.
Where: North Wales
When: Saturday 5th to Sunday 27th April
What: Step into a prehistoric adventure and encounter a range of dinosaurs hiding out across the park, ready to be tracked down. Hunt for ancient fossils, follow the dinosaur egg trail, and get hands-on in a build-a-dinosaur workshop, where little explorers can create their very own prehistoric creature to take home. If that’s not enough, ride the world’s only people-powered rollercoaster, or make a splash on Solar Splash, the UK’s first solar-powered water ride.
Where: Manchester
When: Weekends and Easter Monday
What: A long list of Corrie legends from Dame Maureen Lipman to Andy Whyment have graced the set’s Star Tours in the past so who could you meet this February? Coronation Street’s iconic cobbles are open for guided tours of the nation’s favourite street meaning fans can pay a visit to locations including the Rovers Return and Roy’s Rolls, or upgrade to meet a cast member. The Coronation Street Exhibition is also open every day to take a trip down memory lane.
Where: Edinburgh
When: Fridays and Saturdays
What:The year is 1645. The bubonic plague has ravaged Edinburgh, spreading fear and death through its closes. Families are sealed inside their homes, the afflicted are left to fend for themselves, and desperate citizens turn to strange and terrifying remedies in the hope of survival. But how did the people of Mary King’s Close endure such devastation? What desperate measures were taken to control the outbreak? Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour takes you deep beneath the city, where you’ll come face to face with the horrors of the past. Hear the stories of the infamous plague doctor, uncover the dangerous work of the ‘foul clengers’, and learn about the shocking medical practices once believed to be cures.
Where: York
When: Saturday 5th to Sunday 20th April
What: Immerse yourself in the history of chocolate at the heart of the UK’s chocolate city before getting hands-on to create your very own mini easter egg truffles. The experience starts by journeying to the Aztec rainforests of Central America before meeting the York pioneers who created some of the treats we still enjoy today. Your visit culminates with crafting four ganache-filled truffles using the finest Belgian couverture chocolate before decorating and sealing them to take home.
Sample Easter in the chocolate city…
Where: Leeds
When: Weekends and Easter Monday
What: Step into the heart of Emmerdale, where some of TV’s most dramatic moments have unfolded. Walk in the footsteps of the Dingles, Sugdens and Tates around the external Emmerdale Village Tour set, located in the heart of the Yorkshire countryside. Pose outside iconic landmarks like The Woolpack and David’s Shop, and learn about the secrets behind the idyllic filming location before mingling with a surprise cast member and grabbing that all-important selfie.
Where: Oxford
When: Monday 7th to Friday 18th April
What: Take home your very own dragon direct from the heart of medieval Oxford. Decorate your own dragon egg and nest to care for the newest member of the family, which comes with their own certificate of adoption and fact sheet to fill in. But don’t worry, each dragon is already house trained and guaranteed not to get any bigger or eat the family pet. Perfect for children aged three to seven. While you’re visiting, why not explore the castle’s ancient crypt or climb the iconic St George’s Tower (not suitable for children under five).
Where: Portsmouth
When: Friday 18th – Monday 21st April
What:Enjoy a day of sweet adventure for the whole family. Make your very own chocolate lolly, meet the Easter Bunny, and join the family fun trail to find the eggs hidden around the tower, 100 metres above the Solent and Portsmouth Harbour. Every ticket includes all-day admission to the tower and access to all activities. Indulge in stunning panoramic views reaching out to the Isle of Wight and beyond, and craft your delectable chocolate treat, making this a truly memorable Easter experience to share with loved ones. Plus, explore the open-top Sky Garden as you learn about Portsmouth’s maritime history.
Where: Inverness
When: Friday 18- Monday 21st April
What: Are you ready to uncover the truth about one of the world’s most famous legends? The unique immersive experience allows you to become part of the legend and unearth real stories about Loch Ness along the way. Take a walk through 500 million years of history to explore the myths of the loch, delve deep below the surface of its waters to uncover hidden secrets, discover real objects and artefacts throughout the immersive journey and look into scientific research inspired by sightings of the Loch Ness Monster.
