The Best HeritageXplore Houses for Easter Weekend Family Fun in 2025
Spring is in the air, and Easter is just around the corner! If you’re looking for the perfect family day out, or an extra-special way to spend your Easter Bank Holiday, why not celebrate at one of HeritageXplore’s stunning historic houses? From Easter treasure hunts to chocolate-making workshops, these beautiful heritage locations are packed with fun activities for all ages.
Here are the top HeritageXplore houses to visit for Easter fun this year:
1. Easter Weekend at Caerhays Castle
📍 Caerhays Castle, Cornwall
Celebrate Easter with a stroll through 140 acres of breathtaking gardens at Caerhays Castle, set against the stunning backdrop of the Cornish coastline. With vibrant spring blooms and sweeping sea views, it’s the perfect spot for a relaxing family day out this Easter weekend. Gardens are open from 10am - 5pm.
🔗 Plan your visit to Caerhays Castle
2. Easter at Stansted Park
📍 Stansted Park, Hampshire
📅 Easter Weekend
Make your way to Stansted Park for a fun-filled Easter celebration! Children can visit Stansted House for free on Easter Sunday and Easter Monday, where they’ll embark on an Easter Egg Hunt through the grand State Rooms and historic Servants’ Quarters. Can you spot all the hidden Easter eggs? Don’t forget to explore the famous Stansted Yew Maze (weather and staff permitting), open from 11 AM - 4 PM. This is a fantastic way to introduce children to history while enjoying an exciting Easter adventure.
3. Family Easter Chocolate Experience at Carlton Towers
📍 Carlton Towers, North Yorkshire
📅 11th April, 2025
Indulge in a delicious Easter treat at Carlton Towers with a hands-on chocolate-making workshop! Led by master chocolatier Helen Birkinshaw from Sweet Chic, this interactive experience invites families to create their own chocolate masterpieces. The session includes chocolate tasting, making lollies, drops, flakes, and crisps, and even decorating an Easter egg to take home (or eat immediately!). Taking place in Carlton Towers’ charming Cooks Kitchen, this workshop is a must for any chocolate lover.
🔗 Find out more about the chocolate experience at Carlton Towers
4. Easter Fun at Rockingham Castle
📍 Rockingham Castle, Northamptonshire
📅 Easter Bank Holiday Weekend
Hop into Easter at Rockingham Castle and take part in a fun-filled Easter Trail through the gardens. Solve clues and complete an activity booklet for the chance to win an Easter egg prize! As you explore, keep an eye out for Billy the Bunny, who will be making special appearances throughout the day—perfect for photos and a friendly wave. After the adventure, relax at the Walker’s House Tearoom and enjoy a delicious lunch or sweet treat. The castle will also be open for exploration, making this the perfect Easter day out for history lovers and families alike!
5. Spring Open House at Harlaxton Manor
📍 Harlaxton Manor, Lincolnshire
📅 Friday 18th and Satruday 19th April 2025
Harlaxton Manor is opening its stunning gardens for a family-friendly Easter celebration! Take part in the Gregory Goose and Friends Golden Easter Egg Hunt, where children can search for hidden treasures while exploring the estate’s beautiful grounds. Enjoy traditional garden games, a pianist, and a singer providing live entertainment throughout the day. A dedicated children’s room will also be available for little ones to draw pictures of their Easter adventure.
Visitors can relax at the picnic benches and enjoy a selection of hot and cold refreshments, including ice cream. Keep an eye out for the Easter Bunny, who may be hopping around for a quick hello! Harlaxton Manor’s students and staff will also be on hand to share fascinating insights into the history of this magnificent estate.
🔗 Book your visit to Harlaxton Manor
Plan Your Easter Escape with HeritageXplore
Whether you're looking for a treasure hunt, a creative chocolate-making session, or a relaxing stroll through stunning historic gardens, these HeritageXplore houses offer the perfect Easter escape. With fun-filled activities for children and plenty on offer for adults alike, there’s no better way to celebrate Easter 2025!
🌸 Start planning your Easter adventure today! 🌸
