This post was originally posted in 2017 has been updated for 2022. I will continue to add more events as they are published so do check back for more info.
A guide to National Trust, English Heritage and other Easter Egg Hunts taking place across North East England this year.
National Trust Easter Egg Hunts
National Trust Egg Hunts are back for 2022. They are available on a drop-in basis with no booking required. Please check with individual properties direct when making plans and before heading out as info and dates may change.
The cost is £3 per participant across the board this year (ie everyone who would like a trail map and chocolate egg - accompanying adults etc....do not need to pay the £3) and this includes a trail featuring 10 nature-themed activities, a trail map, pencil and Rainforest Alliance Chocolate Egg at the end. This is on top of your regular National Trust membership or admission costs.
Ormesby Hall mention in their blurb that allergen-free alternatives will be available and I assume this will be the case for all of the other sites too but please do double check this info direct if this is something you require as I would hate for anyone to be disappointed.
Gibside
- Dates: 2-19 April
There are 10 trail points to find with activities to complete at each station. The cost is £3 per participant (+ NT membership / admission) including a trail map, pencil and chocolate egg at the end. No booking required. - Find out more here
Wallington
- Dates: From 13 - 20 April
Make your way along the trail and find nature inspired activities for the whole family. The cost is £3 per participant (+ NT membership/admission) and includes a trail map, pencil and chocolate egg at the end. No booking required. - Find out more here
- Read our review of Wallington Hall here.
Ormesby Hall
- Dates: From 9-24 April
Find and complete 10 nature inspired activities along a bespoke trail including making friends with a ladybird and tracking a bat. The cost is £3 per participant (+ NT membership / admission) and includes a trail map, pencil, Rainforest Alloance chocolate egg (or allergen-free alternative) at the end. - Find out more here
- Read our review of Ormesby Hall here.
Seaton Delaval Hall
- Dates : 11 - 24 April
The trail takes place between 11-24 April from 10am-5pm (last entry 4pm). No booking required. £3 per person (includes a trail map, pencil and chocolate egg at the end) + admission/National Trust membership. - Find out more here
- Read my review of Seaton Delaval Hall and see photos of their new play park here.
Cragside
- Dates: From 9 - 24 April
Find nature inspired for the whole family along this trail. £3 per participant (+NT membership/admission) and includes a trail map, pencil and chocolate egg at the end. No booking required. - Find out more here
Souter Lighthouse
- Dates: From 15-18 April
- £3 per child (+NT membership / admission) includes spring-themed activities and a Rainforest Alliance Chocolate Egg.
- Find out more here
Alternative North East Easter Egg Hunts & Trails
- FREE Easter Treasure Hunt at Brocksbushes (9-24 April - just turn up)
- Easter Egg Hunt at Tynemouth Park Maze (9-24 April - book ahead)
- Hope the Dragon's Easter Trail at Bamburgh Castle (9-24 April - just turn up)
- Easter Trail at Preston Park (9-24 April - just turn up)
- St Mary's Island Easter Trail (13-18 April - just turn up)
- Easter Duck Trail at WWT Washington (15-18 April - just turn up)
- Easter Family Fun Day with Easter Treasure Trail at Bowes Museum (17 April - just turn up)
- Cramlington Easter Treasure Hunt (complete before 24 April)
Easter Egg Hunts at Home Kits
We nearly always organise an Easter Egg Hunt at home and for the past few years, Harry has taken charge of hiding the eggs which takes the pressure off me! You can of course make your own egg hunt but if you like the easy life like us, here are a few 'ready made' Easter Egg Hunt Kits to try:
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