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🌷 Hop Into Spring! The Best Easter Events Near Norwich


Spring in Norfolk is always a treat — blossom on the trees, longer days, and a whole basketful of Easter fun for families. If you’re hunting for the best events within a 15‑mile radius of Norwich, you’re in the right place. From dinosaur adventures to steam trains, crafty trails to chocolatey challenges, here’s your ultimate guide to Easter 2026.

 

🐣 BeWILDerwood – Boggle Eggstravaganza

Website: BeWILDerwood Norfolk https://bewilderwood.co.uk/

Date & Time: Easter Holidays

What to Expect:BeWILDerwood transforms into a pastel‑coloured woodland wonderland at Easter. Families wander through towering treehouses and marshy boardwalks while spotting hidden eggs tucked between branches, logs, and fairy‑lit corners. Storytelling sessions bring the Boggles and Twiggles to life, with performers acting out silly springtime tales that get the whole crowd giggling. Children can join craft workshops to make their own Boggle‑themed decorations, then race across zip wires or climb through sky‑high play structures. The whole park feels alive with spring energy — birdsong, bunting, and the smell of fresh woodland air.

 

🦖 ROARR! Dinosaur Adventure – Dino Egg Hunt

Website: ROARR! Dinosaur AdventureDate & Time: Easter holidays

What to Expect:ROARR! goes all‑out for Easter, scattering colourful dinosaur eggs across its prehistoric woodland trails. Kids become “Junior Dino Trackers,” following clues, footprints, and roars echoing through the trees. Expect interactive shows where rangers teach children about different dinosaurs, plus surprise appearances from Dippy and friends for photos and high‑fives. Indoors, the soft‑play and activity hub offer themed crafts, fossil rubbings, and dino‑mask making. Outdoors, the massive adventure playgrounds and animatronic dinosaurs keep the excitement going. It’s a full‑day immersion into a Jurassic world with a springtime twist.

 

🧺 Wroxham Barns – Easter Eggstravaganza

 Date & Time: Easter holidays

What to Expect:Spring at Wroxham Barns is pure magic. The Junior Farm bursts into life with lambs, goat kids, piglets, and fluffy chicks — and children can often bottle‑feed or hand‑feed the animals under the guidance of friendly staff. The Easter egg hunt winds through the barns, paddocks, and play areas, with colourful signs and characters helping little ones along the way. The funfair adds extra sparkle with rides, trampolines, and mini‑golf. Craft stations, face painting, and seasonal treats from the café round out a wholesome, joy‑filled family day.

 

🎭 Norwich Theatre – Easter Workshops

Date & Time: Various dates March–April 2026 (see website)

What to Expect:Get ready for the Easter holidays with Norwich Theatre and creative workshops for your little ones. From exploring the chocolate factory to making their own theatre piece, it’s the one holiday treat that lasts much longer than a chocolate egg. 

 

🚂 Bure Valley Railway – Easter Eggspress

Date & Time: 28th March - 12th April 2026

What to Expect:Climb aboard a charming steam train and chug through the Norfolk countryside as spring blossoms line the tracks. Each child receives a trail sheet to complete during the journey, with clues waiting at both Aylsham and Wroxham stations. The stations often host craft tables, model railway displays, and chocolate rewards for completed trails. The gentle rhythm of the train, the smell of steam, and the excitement of spotting wildlife along the route make this a nostalgic Easter treat for all ages.

 

✈️ City of Norwich Aviation Museum – Easter Egg Hunt

Date & Time: Sunday 5th April

What to Expect:Visit the Museum on Easter Sunday where children (and adults) of all ages can hunt around the museum and amongst the aircraft to find hidden clues in order to claim a free Easter Egg.

Once you have completed the egg hunt, take some time to enjoy the museum of extensive military artifacts and static aircraft and take in refreshments at the Friendship Tearoom.

 

🥚 Dodo Dinosaur Egg Hunt – Norwich City Centre

Date & Time: Sunday 29th March

What to Expect:This popular trail scatters giant, artist‑designed dinosaur eggs across Norwich’s streets, shops, and landmarks. Families pick up a map and set off on a city‑wide adventure, discovering colourful eggs, solving puzzles, and learning fun dino facts along the way. Many eggs are created by local artists, giving each one a unique personality. Completing the trail usually earns children a small prize or certificate. It’s a fantastic way to explore Norwich while keeping kids engaged and active.

 

🦌 Holkham Hall – The Easter Garden

Date & Time: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th April

What to Expect:Be they fluffy or feathered, our brilliant band of adorable animals will be looking forward to meeting you…and who knows, you may even get a cuddle! Different animals will join in each day, so you might meet guinea pigs, rabbits, chickens, budgies, hedgehogs and even ponies.

Watch in wonder as ‘The Totally Amazing Magic Show’ preforms mind blowing tricks and insane illusions before you very eyes! Follow the bubbles to find Carl the Bubble Man, who will be joining us for four days of pop-tastic bubbly fun! Plus, there will be face painting to add even more fun to the day.

Easter races will be running all day, come and and try your best at egg and spoon, wheelbarrow and sack races. And you’ll not leave empty handed, the Visitor Experience Team will have a small chocolate treat for you as you leave.

This event is suitable for children up to the age of eight.

 

👑 Sandringham Estate – Easter Egg Trail

 Date & Time: Sunday 5th April

What to Expect:The royal gardens burst into colour at Easter, offering a picturesque setting for a family trail. Children follow a map through woodland paths, manicured lawns, and lakeside viewpoints, solving riddles and spotting hidden eggs. The trail often includes nature‑spotting challenges and interactive learning points. At the end, kids receive a chocolate reward. With cafés, playgrounds, and acres of open space, it’s a relaxing yet exciting day for families who love the outdoors.

 

🌼 Final Thoughts

Norwich is bursting with Easter fun in 2026 — from roaring dinosaurs to royal gardens, crafty museums to magical woodland adventures!


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