YES FAM! FAMILY DAYS OUT IN SURREY THIS APRIL

EASTER LINDT GOLD BUNNY HUNT / MARCH 21 – APRIL 12 / HAMPTON COURT PALACE, EAST MOLESEY

The Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt returns to the beautiful surroundings of Hampton Court Palace. Hunt high and low around Henry VIII’s home and gardens and meet some of the palace’s most famous characters from the past.

For more, visit hrp.org.uk 

OCTONAUTS ABOVE & BEYOND / MARCH 28 – APRIL 12 / KEW

Some honeybees have lost their home, and it’s up to the Octonauts, our young visitors, to help. Perfect for children aged 3–6 and their families, this interactive trail invites young explorers to complete fun challenges, discover amazing facts, and learn how to protect our planet. Enjoy a fun-filled family Easter adventure set in Kew’s beautiful landscape.

For more, visit kew.org 

THE EASTER DETECTIVES: WHO FRAMED THE EASTER BUNNY / MARCH 28 – APRIL 12 / RHS GARDEN, WISLEY

Become an Easter Detective – find the clues, solve the crime and rescue the Easter bunny – a chocolate reward is offered. The Easter Detectives trail challenges families to uncover the truth, follow the clues hidden throughout the garden, and solve the mystery of who framed the Easter Bunny.

For more, visit rhs.org.uk

EXPLORER JOURNEY STICKS / MARCH 28 – APRIL 12 / PAINSHILL, COBHAM

Designed for adventurous families, this hands-on outdoor experience transforms your visit into a voyage of discovery through the historic landscape. Find your explorer stick and set off along woodland trails, open meadows and lakeside paths, collecting natural treasures as you go. From fallen leaves and feathers to interesting grasses and seed heads, each find tells the story of your journey. Along the way, families can complete mini challenges, observe wildlife and uncover fascinating features, embracing curiosity and the true spirit of exploration.

For more, visit painshill.co.uk 

CODE NINJAS SPRING CAMP / MARCH 30, 31 + APRIL 1, 7, 8, 9

Code Ninjas in Guildford offers a wide variety of fun, hands-on learning experiences for kids aged 5 – 14. From AI Coding and Retro Arcade Coding to Minecraft Robotics and Roblox Coding, enrol and sign up for your spot at Spring Camp today.

For more, visit codeninjas.co.uk/guildford-sry-uk 

MERRIST WOOD HOLIDAY CLUB / MARCH 31 + APRIL 2 / MERRIST WOOD COLLEGE, GUILDFORD

Get ready for a fun day at Merrist Wood Holiday Club, where you can enjoy activities on the farm! Each day will include visits and interaction with the animals, a crafting session, building enrichment activities for the animals, species identification and more.

For more, visit merristwoodevents.co.uk

THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE / APRIL 1 – 12 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON

The Enormous Crocodile is weaving his way through the jungle to Rose Theatre in search of delicious little fingers and squidgy podgy knees… Only the other jungle creatures can foil his secret plans and clever tricks, but they’re going to have to find a large amount of courage to stop this greedy brute. Snap up your tickets today for this wickedly funny musical adventure, perfect for the whole family!

For more, visit rosetheatre.org 

THE DINOSAUR THAT POOPED A ROCK SHOW! / APRIL 2 / DORKING HALLS

When Danny and Dino’s favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets. But with a villainous band manager lurking, nothing goes to plan. Will the band perform? Will Danny rock out? Or will Dino’s rumbling tummy save the day? Adapted from the number 1 best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, the whole family will have a poopy good time enjoying a brand-new story for the stage.

For more, visit dorkinghalls.co.uk

SURVIVAL EXPLORERS / APRIL 2 / PAINSHILL, COBHAM

Gather your team and head outdoors for Den Building at Painshill – a hands-on woodland adventure designed to bring families and explorers together in nature. Set within the beautiful historic landscape, this engaging activity invites children and adults alike to work as a team to design and build their own natural shelter. Unplug, reconnect and make lasting memories together at Painshill.

For more, visit painshill.co.uk

MINISTRY OF SCIENCE / APRIL 3 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD

Join the Ministry of Science as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world we live in with a few loud bangs along the way! Expect 20ft LIQUID NITROGEN clouds, exploding OXYGEN & HYDROGEN balloons, FIRE TORNADOS, HYDROGEN bottle rockets, ignited METHANE and even a self-built Hovercraft!  100% Educational.  200% Entertaining.  300% Explosive. 400% Fun.

For more, visit glive.co.uk

KIDS’ INTRODUCTION TO MOUNTAIN BIKING / APRIL 4 / HURTWOOD HIDEOUT, HOLMBURY HILL

Spark a love for adventure with our 2-hour Kids’ Off-Road Intro Rides (9-14 years) in the Surrey Hills. They’ll learn essential bike skills, gain confidence, and have a blast in a fun, safe, and inspiring environment. Book their adventure today!

For more, visit marmalademtb.com

LONG NOSE PUPPETS PRESENTS: FLYAWAY KATIE / APRIL 5 / RIVERHOUSE BARN ART CENTRE, WALTON

Ideal for little ones aged 2 – 7, Flyaway Katie is an inspiring flight of fancy about the power of imagination based on the popular children’s book by Polly Dunbar with music by Tom Gray of Gomez. Expect colour, movement, surprises, and puppets.

For more, visit riverhousebarn.co.uk 

ANIMAL PUPPETS WORKSHOP / APRIL 7 / FARNHAM MALTINGS

Get creative this half term and head for Farnham Maltings to make your own flying bird puppet! Using upcycled fabric, work together to string your own colourful bird marionette with time to play and learn some puppetry techniques with puppeteer Alicia Britt.

For more, visit farnhammaltings.com

WILD WILLOW ADVENTURES / APRIL 9 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE

Head out on this Hidden Nature Trail at West Horsley Place this month and discover the tiny and the towering on this guided family walk, where every step uncovers small wonders of the natural world. Designed to spark curiosity, encourage observation, and enjoy time outdoors together in a beautiful setting. Come and explore, discover, and enjoy the countryside together.

For more, visit westhorsleyplace.org 

K-POP PARTY / APRIL 9 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Get ready to sing, dance, and party like never before with the K-POP ICONS – the ultimate live concert starring the UK’s first virtual K-Pop band and a sensational live dance crew delivering a world-exclusive experience, celebrating Korea’s global music phenomenon!

For more, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

SURREY HILLS SPRING FAIR / APRIL 11 – 12 / RURAL LIFE LIVING MUSEUM, TILFORD

This Spring Fair is a unique opportunity to celebrate spring in the beautiful setting of the Rural Life Living Museum, where visitors can experience a wide range of fun and exciting activities that celebrate spring and showcase the richness of the culture, heritage and natural beauty of the Surrey Hills. Fair-goers of all ages can expect a wide range of activities, including traditional country crafts, live music, art demonstrations, local food vendors, and outdoor woodland activities.

For more, visit surreyhills.org

THE LITTLEST YAK / APRIL 10 – 12 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Gertie is great at being The Littlest Yak, with the curliest, whirliest wool and the grippiest of hooves for clip-clopping up cliffs. Only, Gertie doesn’t want to be the littlest. She’s in a rush to grow up and be just like THE BIG YAKS. But what if there are some things that only a Gertie can do? Enjoy this musical adaptation of the award-winning children’s book by Lu Fraser and Kate Hindley, at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre.

For more, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

GUILDFORD SHAKESPEARE YOUNG COMPANY: ANATOMY OF TERRORS / APRIL 10 – 11 / GUILDFORD BAPTIST CHURCH

Devised by our inspiring company of 13–18 year-old theatre makers, this 10th Young Company production is based on Frankenstein, The Comedy of Errors and Pride & Prejudice. Written by THEO TOKSVIG-STEWART and directed by ROB CANN. The annual Young Company production is a major event for our young theatre makers, and it has seen many members go on to train for a career in the theatre industry.

For more, visit guildford-shakesepeare-company.co.uk 

RAVER TOTS / APRIL 25 / CAMBERLEY THEATRE

Throw some shapes and get the kids active at the UK’s number one award-winning, family-friendly rave event, playing the best in House, Garage, Drum and Bass and Old Skool Club Classics! With Special Guest, Artful Dodger on the ones and twos, expect bangers galore while bonding with the fam.

For more, visit camberleytheatre.co.uk

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