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Address
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ETTelephone
01245 402019Price
Price £5.00 to £16.80 Per TicketRettendon, Chelmsford
Get ready for a week of fun, laughter, and friendly competition as we celebrate the joys of spring. Gather your family and friends for an unforgettable day of exhilarating games and activities in the great outdoors. Will you rise to the challenge?
Dates
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026
Address
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ETTelephone
01245 402019Price
Price Free per child to £16.80 per adultRettendon, Chelmsford
Delight in vibrant cut-daffodil displays.
Dates
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- 24 Mar 2026to25 Mar 2026
Address
Brentwood, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9BZTelephone
01277201110Price
Price £8.50 to £9.50 Per TicketBrentwood
Discover the ultimate Easter adventure this school holiday and make magical memories at Hopefield Animal Sanctuary! From 28th March – 12th April, we're bringing you a fun-filled, family-friendly Easter experience packed with egg-citing activities…
Dates
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- 28 Mar 2026to12 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Romford
This Easter, Romford town centre hosts the free Brick Endangered Trail. Explore 18 life-sized endangered animals made from toy bricks, enjoy interactive fun, photo opportunities, and follow the trail to win prizes.
Dates
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- 27 Mar 2026to13 Apr 2026
Address
Nuclear Essex - Nuclear Wild Forest Outdoor Activity Centre, Parsonage Farm, Ongar Road, Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 0LATelephone
01277-586-734Price
Price £25.00 to £80.00 Per TicketOngar Road, Kelvedon Hatch
Take on the 2K woodland obstacle run, designed with a relaxed, fun vibe and perfect for ages 6+. Your designated instructor will be on hand with top tips to help you conquer the obstacles. Put your balance to the test with a classic egg & spoon race…
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- 3 Apr 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
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- 4 Apr 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
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- 6 Apr 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
Address
Epping Ongar Railway, Ongar Station,, Station Approach, Ongar, Essex, CM5 9BNTelephone
01277 365200Price
Price £12.00 to £17.50 Per TicketStation Approach, Ongar
An enchanting day out with Wonderful Wizards and Fabulous Fairies. Join in with our cast of characters by coming dressed as your own favourite character
Dates
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- 3 Apr 2026to12 Apr 2026Open 09:30 - 16:30
Address
Hopefield Animal Sanctuary, Brentwood, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9BZTelephone
01277201110Price
Price £13.00 to £15.00 Per TicketBrentwood
Make the most of the bank holiday weekend and celebrate the End of Summer Carnival with three unforgettable days of excitement, laughter, and family-friendly entertainment. Set within the beautiful surroundings of our animal sanctuary, this…
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- 29 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Palace Theatre, 430 London Road, Southend, Essex, SS0 9LATelephone
01353 725026Southend
THE GREATEST PANTOMIME ADVENTURE – EASTER 2026 TOUR!
Dates
- From:
- 9 Apr 2026
Address
Cammas Hall, Needham Green, Hatfield Broad Oak, Essex, CM22 7JTPrice
Price £5.00 to £8.95 Per TicketNeedham Green, Hatfield Broad Oak
Step into a magical world of wonder this Easter at Cammas Hall Farm with our Fairy Tale Easter Trail!
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- 31 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 1 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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Address
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ETTelephone
01245 402019Price
Price £5.00 to £16.80 Per TicketRettendon, Chelmsford
Step into the enchanting world of The Wind in the Willows. From 14 February to December 2026, you’re invited to join Mole, Ratty, Toad and Badger on a magical journey across all five RHS Gardens.
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- 14 Feb 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Museum of Chelmsford, Oaklands Park, Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 9AQTelephone
01245 605700Moulsham Street, Chelmsford
Join us every second Saturday of the month for SEN friendly days. This is an opportunity for visitors with additional or sensory needs to enjoy the museum with friends and carers, in a more relaxed atmosphere.
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- 14 Mar 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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- 11 Apr 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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- 9 May 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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- 13 June 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
Address
Layer Marney Tower, Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9USTelephone
01206 330784Price
Price £7.00 to £12.00 Per TicketColchester
Entrance tickets include a tractor ride to visit the Lambs and, if they are not too full, a chance to bottle feed them.It is possible to get an Entrance ticket without a Tractor ride for those who just want to join you for the day. Tickets to see…
Dates
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- 28 Mar 2026to12 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Hanningfield Waterside Park, Hanningfield Reservoir, Giffords Lane, South Hanningfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8HXTelephone
+44 (0)1268712182Price
Price £2.50 Per TicketSouth Hanningfield, Chelmsford
Leave the mess to us and let your kids imaginations run wild at our craft club.
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- 31 Mar 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
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- 7 Apr 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
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- 26 May 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
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- 18 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
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- 27 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
Address
Colchester Zoological Society, Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SLTelephone
01206331292Stanway, Colchester
This May half term, get wild about animals and enjoy a week filled with daytime activities!
Dates
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 09:30 - 17:30
Address
Hedingham Castle, Castle Hedingham, HALSTEAD, Essex, CO9 3DJTelephone
01787460261Price
Price £17.50 to £24.00 Per TicketHALSTEAD
Get ready for an epic display of strength and valour as the Knights of Royal England return to Hedingham Castle! An unforgettable day packed with fun, history and high-octane excitement!
Dates
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- 24 May 2026to25 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Hedingham Castle, Castle Hedingham, HALSTEAD, Essex, CO9 3DJTelephone
01787460261Price
Price £14.00 to £18.00 Per TicketHALSTEAD
Join the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company on a breathless race through the centuries in this delightfully inventive show that tells the entire story of Britain in under 2 hours.
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- 7 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
Address
Hopefield, Brentwood, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9BZTelephone
01277201110Price
Price £13.00 to £15.00 Per TicketBrentwood
Celebrate Easter with a cracking family day out at Hopefield Animal Sanctuary & Visitor Centre in Brentwood, Essex. Our Easter Fun Weekend returns for three action-packed days filled with live entertainment, Easter activities, and family-friendly…
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- 4 Apr 2026to6 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Hopefield, Brentwood, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9BZTelephone
01277201110Price
Price £8.00 to £10.00 Per TicketBrentwood
Taking place over the early May bank holiday (2nd–4th May), this is the ultimate family festival in Essex, combining live entertainment, children's activities, great food, and the chance to meet hundreds of rescued animals — all included in one…
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- 2 May 2026to4 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Cliffs Pavilion, Station Road, Southend, Essex, SS0 7RATelephone
0343 310 0030Southend
Back by popular demand, Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli are returning to Southend in the Olivier award-nominated live stage show, Bluey's Big Play.
Dates
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- 8 Apr 2026to12 Apr 2026
Address
Hopefield Animal sanctuary, Brentwood, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9BZTelephone
01277201110Price
Price £8.00 to £10.00 Per TicketBrentwood
Perfect for families with children of all ages, our Bank Holiday Bonanza combines action-packed entertainment, hands-on activities, and up-close experiences with our rescued animals – all set within the heart of our sanctuary.
Dates
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- 23 May 2026to24 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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