Top 7 Easter Events in Oxford
With the daffodils finally springing up, it’s a sure sign that spring has well and truly sprung. But it’s not just the emergence of the daffodils that have announced the changing of the seasons, Easter is just around the corner too and with so many Easter events in Oxford to choose from there’s never been a better time to plan and book your Easter holiday. Take a look at our round-up of the top 8 Easter events in Oxford that are perfect for the whole family.
Easter Egg Hunts
No Easter will be complete without the obligatory Easter Egg hunt, check out these fun egg hunts and discover the great outdoors together. Here are some of our favourite Easter Egg Hunts to visit this Spring.
- Easter Trial at Stanor Park Tumblestone Hollow, near Thame.
- Coggs Manor Farm Easter Trail, near Witney
- Big Easter Bunny Hunt at Waterperry Gardens, Oxford.
- Easter bunny trail at Fairytale Farm, near Chipping Norton.
- The Covered Market Easter Egg Hunt, Oxford
- Easter Trails at the National Trust
Easter Extravaganzas in Oxford
Easter is all about crafts, fun activities, and spending time with loved ones. So check out these eggstravaganzas that have a little bit of everything.
Blenheim Palace
When: 18th to 25th April
The Walled Garden are hosting a range of egg-citing activities. Whether you are looking for fun filled entertainment for the kids or simply a chance to relax in the beautiful gardens. From seasonal surprises to games, there is plenty to keep the whole family entertained, enjoy this Easter fun.
Eggstraordinary Easter Eggventure Family Trail at Museum of Natural History, Oxford
When: 4th – 21st April
Eggsplore the museums with an eggciting egg-hunters trail! Find all of the hidden eggs around the museum to discover amazing animal facts.
Science Oxford Family Days
When: 5th, 12th and 19th April
Visit the Science Oxford Centre for a unique family experience. Explore, discover and play in the Exploration Zone, where children and grown-ups alike have fun experimenting with interactive exhibits; create and test flying designs at the Air Table, build a giant magnetic ball run, and make fun animations with the Animate Science activity. Pick up an Explorer Backpack and see what wildlife you can spot on our outdoor nature trails.
Easter on the Farm
Easter is about more than just the Easter Bunny and chocolate eggs. There’s plenty happening on farms across the country, so take a trip to some of Oxford’s farms and learn about life on the farm.
Lambing Events to Visits:
- Willowbrook Farm 10th and 17th April
- Daylesford Farm – Lambing Tours 5th April
- The Old Farm Shop, near Abingdon – 15th – 16th March and 22nd – 23rd March
Millets Farm – Farmer Carter’s Courtyard
When: 5th – 21st April
Farmer Carter will be springing into action this Easter with his courtyard of puzzling fun. Located at the Millets Maze complex, it’ll have all the puzzling fun without the maize mazes!
Complete the quiz trails, play the games and enjoy the activities on offer all within our 3 woodlands and multiple courtyard areas. Plus there’s the go karts, ride on vehicles, sand pits, garden games, craft zone and much more to explore during your session!
Easter Adventure Trail at High Lodge Farm (near Culham)
When: 12th – 21st April
Follow the flock around the sheep themed Easter Adventure Trial. Seek out the 10 decorated sheep hiding in the woodland waiting for you to discover them. Once you’ve completed the trail, head to our Field of Fun to explore our woodland games, take a spin on the barrel train, play on the farm tractor, climb the bales and then tuck into some food and drink.
The trail promises our usual back-to-basics farm fun, tonnes of fresh air and probably a fair bit of mud… please dress appropriately!
Easter Accommodation in Oxford
Oxford has so much to offer throughout the year and here at Short Let Space we have accommodation to suit everyone. From rural country cottages to pet-friendly houses, there’s something available in Oxford just for you.
