This post was originally posted in 2017 has been updated for 2023. 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 Easter Egg Hunts / Trails are always something we enjoy (even with older kids!). You can enjoy these trails as part of a fuller day out at each venue and it's a nice way to get the kids out for a spring walk.
The chocolate eggs are Rainforest Alliance Certified dairy or vegan or Free From making these trails excellent for children with allergies.
Each trail features eggs to find and a little activity at each point (usually around 10 in total) and dogs are welcome on these trails too (on leads).
Gibside
- Dates: 1-18 April
- Drop in - no booking required
- The cost is £3 per participant (+ NT membership / admission) including a trail map, pencil and chocolate egg at the end. No booking required.
- Free-from egg available for those with allergens
- Find out more here
Wallington
The Easter Trail at Wallington takes place in West Wood with lots of nature activities including wild art, nature inspired music and nature themed puzzles. The trail here is step-free on an all weather surface and you can hire mobility scooters from Wallington free of charge (call or email to book in advance).
- Dates: From 3-14 April
- Drop in with no booking required
- The cost is £3 per participant (+ NT membership/admission) and includes a trail map, bunny ears, pencil and chocolate egg at the end.
- Free-from/vegan eggs available for those with allergens
- Find out more here
Ormesby Hall
- Dates: From 1-16 April
- Drop in with no booking required
- 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
Seaton Delaval Hall
The 10 point activity trail includes outdoor games, wild art and sunflower seed planting.
- Dates : 1-15 April
- No booking required
- £3 per person (includes a trail map, pencil and chocolate egg/free-from alternative at the end) + admission/National Trust membership.
- Find out more here
Cragside
There are 10 activity stations along the trail including an egg and spoon obstacle course, bunting making and selfie station. The terrain for the trail is fairly level with parts over tarmac, a gravel path on a slope, a mud track and boardwalk. If the weather is ok, you may be ok with an all terrain pushchair if you're the adventurous kind.
- Dates: From 1-16 April
- Drop in with no booking required
- £3 per participant (+NT membership/admission) and includes a trail map, pencil and chocolate egg at the end (free-from alternative available)
- Find out more here
Souter Lighthouse
The trail at Souter Lighthouse follows hard surfaced paths and is suitable for both wheelchairs and pushchairs.
- Dates: From 7-10 April
- Drop in with no need to book
- £3 per child (+NT membership / admission) includes a map, pencil and a Rainforest Alliance Chocolate Egg (free-from available)
- Find out more here
Crook Hall Gardens
- Dates: 5-8 April
- Drop in with no need to book
- £3 per child (+NT membership / admission) includes map, pencil and a Rainforest Alliance Chocolate Egg (free-from available)
- Partially accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs
- Find out more here
Alternative North East Easter Egg Hunts & Trails
- 30 March - Pre-school Easter Egg Hunt in the Orchard at Wheelbirks (pre-book)
- 1 - 14 April - Baby Dino Egg Hunt with Prize at Sunderland Winter Garden (drop in)
- 1-16 April - Easter Egg Hunt at Tynemouth Park (book ahead).
Includes an egg hunt with prize, meet and greet characters including the Easter bunny & ice cream. Book ahead for kids, adults pay £2.50 on the day.
- 1-16 April - Easter Egg Trail at Preston Park Museum (just turn up)
- 1-16 April - Duck Detectives Easter Trail at WWT Washington (just turn up)
- 1-16 April - Easter Quest and Egg Hunt at Belsay Hall (includes chocolate treat and certificate - just turn up)
- 1 - 16 April - Easter Trail at High Force (just turn up)
- 1-16 April - Easter Egg Hunt in the Plotters' Forest (booking ahead is recommended)
- 2 - 15 April - Easter Trail at St Mary's Lighthouse - includes a prize (just turn up)
- 5 April - Easter Egg Hunt at PaddlePod (includes prizes and lunch). Book ahead.
- 7 - 9 April - Easter Egg Hunt at RSPB Saltholme (book on the day). Includes chocolate egg or an alternative option.
- 8 April - Easter Fun Day with Egg Hunt at Newcastle Cat and Dog Shelter (book ahead)
- 8 April - Little Acorns Easter Party with Egg Hunt & Easter Bunny (book ahead)
- 9 April - Bill Quay Easter Egg Hunt. Find the most eggs to win the pot! (just turn up)
- 9 & 10 April - Annual Easter Chick Hunt at Durham Botanic Garden (just turn up)
Easter Egg Hunt 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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