If you and the kids love an easter egg hunt then you’re in luck because our lovely county has plenty to offer this year. We’ve compiled a list of Easter egg hunts happening all over Essex. From family adventures in the countryside to fun-filled games in the city, there’s something for every bunny in the family. So, let’s hop to it and make this Easter egg-stra special!
1. Belfairs Easter Trail
Venue: Belfairs Nature Discovery Centre
Town: Leigh-on-Sea
Organiser: Essex Wildlife Trust
Date: 17th – 20th April 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Price: £3.00
Description: Follow the Easter trail through the green wood, solve egg-cellent clues, and claim an exciting prize! Maps are provided on entry, and all proceeds support wildlife conservation in Essex.
Website: Belfairs Easter Trail
2. Dino Easter Egg Hunt
Venue: Romford Shopping Hall
Town: Romford
Organiser: Romford Shopping Hall Events
Date: 15th April 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Price: £4.00
Description: Embark on a prehistoric adventure hunting for hidden dinosaur eggs! Wear your best explorer gear or fancy dress and enjoy a dino-themed Easter celebration.
Website: Dino Easter Egg Hunt
3. Carers Choices Easter Egg Hunt & Easter Market
Venue: Carers Choices
Town: Benfleet
Organiser: Carers Choices
Date: 18th April 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Price: Child (3-16 yrs) – £5.00; Under 3s – FREE
Description: Follow the clues to find Easter eggs, meet the Easter Bunny for a photo, and enjoy free arts and crafts. Explore the Easter Market for seasonal gifts and treats.
Website: Easter Egg Hunt & Easter Market
4. Museum of Power Easter Eggstravaganza
Venue: Museum of Power
Town: Maldon
Organiser: Museum of Power
Date: 9th – 19th April 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Price: Adult – £8.00; Concessions – £7.00; Child (5-15 yrs) – £5.00; Child (1-5 yrs) – £1.00; Family (2 adults & up to 3 children) – £23.50
Description: Enjoy transport-related crafts leading up to Transportfest and visit the Steam Pump Tea Room. The Crafty Cabin will be open for additional workshops.
Website: Easter Eggstravaganza
5. Abberton Eggcellent Easter
Venue: Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park
Town: Colchester
Organiser: Essex Wildlife Trust
Date: 18th – 21st April 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Price: £8.00
Description: Become an eggsplorer as you hunt for giant eggs hidden around the nature reserve. Complete the trail and return to the pond area to collect your prize!
Website: Abberton Eggcellent Easter
6. Easter Bunny Trail
Venue: Cammas Hall
Town: Uttlesford
Organiser: Cammas Hall
Date: 5th – 20th April 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:45 PM
Price: Adult – £3.95; Child – £7.50
Description: Hunt for hidden eggs and solve seasonal clues in the woods. Keep an eye out for the Easter Bunny, who will be hopping around with sweet treats!
Website: Easter Bunny Trail
7. Layer Marney Tower Easter Sunday and Monday
Venue: Layer Marney Tower
Town: Colchester
Organiser: Layer Marney Tower
Date: 20th – 21st April 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Price: £7.00 – £12.00
Description: Celebrate Easter with a traditional Egg & Spoon Race, a toddler-friendly Easter Egg Hunt, and a tractor ride to see the lambs. General admission includes all activities except the tractor ride, which has limited availability.
Website: Easter Sunday and Monday
8. Easter Egg Hunt & Easter Market
Venue: Epping Ongar Railway
Town: Ongar
Organiser: Epping Ongar Railway
Date: 16th – 21st April 2025
Time: all day
Price: £10 – £19.00 pp, under 3’s free
Description: Ride the Easter Express and take part in Essex’s longest Easter Egg Hunt! Hop on and off the steam and diesel trains to find eggs hidden along the railway route, spanning from Ongar to Coopersale.
Website: Easter Egg Hunt & Easter Market
Well, that’s a wrap on our roundup of the best Easter Egg Hunts in Essex for those of us with little chicks in our brood! Happy egg hunting! Remember to book early and check their website for final timings and prices. If you’re looking for more fun then we’ve got a list of Easter Events and Easter Kids Camps on our What’s On page here.
