10 things to do in and around Bristol this Easter
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Ancient Egg-splorers at Bristol Aquarium, The Illuminated Cave with Wallace & Gromit, Easter at Wookey Hole and more – your guide to the best Easter days out in and around Bristol.
Ancient Egg-splorers at Bristol Aquarium
28 March – 14 April
Head to Bristol Aquarium this Easter for underwater fun. Enjoy special holiday activities included with admission and join the five daily talks and feeds to learn more about the creatures of the deep.
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The Illuminated Cave with Wallace & Gromit and Friends at Cheddar Gorge & Caves
28 March – 31 May
Step into 50 years of Aardman magic at Gough's Cave. Follow an illuminated underground trail featuring glowing lantern scenes of Aardman characters, discover fun facts, crack a secret code for an Easter treat, and enjoy themed crafts at the end. Perfect for families and animation fans, with well-behaved dogs welcome.
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Easter at Wookey Hole
3 – 19 April
Help solve the Mystery of the Magical Eggs at Wookey Hole Caves. From 3 to 19 April, hunt for nine glowing eggs hidden through the caves and Dinosaur Valley. Each egg holds a letter. Collect them all, solve the riddle of the Triceratops' magical treasure, and claim an Easter treat at the end.
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Gozzle at WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre
20 March – 31 May
This spring, meet Gozzle the gosling at WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre. Follow the interactive wetland trail, visit the Vet Check station, and enjoy games, storytelling and outdoor activities inspired by the new Gozzle book. Activity packs (£4) are available at the visitor centre or online.
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The Birds and the Bees... and Trees Trail at Westonbirt Arboretum
3 March – 31 May
Spring is in bloom at Westonbirt Arboretum. Follow the trail to discover how flowers and trees reproduce, with signs sharing surprising facts along the way. Pick up a spring map from the Welcome Building and explore Silk Wood and the Old Arboretum.
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Cosmic Dust Bunny at Wake the Tiger
28 March – 19 April
Meet the giant Cosmic Dust Bunny formed after a cosmic spring clean. Snap a photo in the Cleaning Cupboard near the exit, then design its habitat in Wake The Tiger's Easter Art Competition.
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Easter Adventures at Dyrham Park
5 – 21 April
Explore ten activity stations across Dyrham Park's grounds this Easter, including games, activities and challenges, as well as bunny ears, trail sheet and chocolate egg.
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Once Upon an Easter at Longleat
28 March – 19 April
Follow the yellow brick road on an Easter book trail at Longleat Safari Park. Meet live storybook characters, enjoy crafts and storytelling, then explore the drive-through safari with animals from koalas to lions. Finish with a chocolate treat and adventures in the hedge maze or Longleat House.