The Ultimate Guide to Easter Events Around Stansted, Bishop’s Stortford, Great Dunmow & Broxted

2025-03-12

The Ultimate Guide to Easter Events Around Stansted, Bishop’s Stortford, Great Dunmow & Broxted

Spring is in the air, and Easter is just around the corner! If you’re looking for fun, family-friendly Easter activities near Stansted, Bishop’s Stortford, Great Dunmow, and Broxted, you’re in for a treat. From Easter egg hunts to craft workshops and seasonal markets, this guide has something for everyone—including kids, adults, and even pets!

🐣 Easter Egg Hunts & Trails

Hatfield Forest Easter Trail (National Trust – Takeley, near Stansted)

📅 Dates: 29th March – 14th April
🐰 Follow the family-friendly trail around this stunning ancient woodland and discover hidden Easter surprises along the way. Complete the trail to claim a chocolate prize!
🎟️ Entry: Standard National Trust admission + trail fee (£3)

The Big Egg Hunt at Mountfitchet Castle (Stansted Mountfitchet)

📅 Dates: Easter Weekend (30th March – 1st April)
🏰 Hunt for Easter eggs scattered around this historic Norman castle, enjoy interactive medieval demonstrations, and meet some friendly animals in the castle’s mini zoo.
🎟️ Entry: Included in general admission

Great Dunmow Easter Bunny Trail

📅 Dates: 23rd March – 7th April
🐰 Explore Dunmow’s town centre on a free Easter bunny trail! Collect clues from local shops to enter a prize draw. A great way to explore local businesses while keeping the kids entertained.
🎟️ Entry: Free

Cammas Hall Farm Easter Adventure (Hatfield Broad Oak, near Bishop’s Stortford)

📅 Dates: 30th March – 14th April
🌾 This working farm offers an immersive Easter experience, including egg hunts, animal encounters, a maize maze, and tractor rides.
🎟️ Entry: Ticketed event – book online

🎨 Easter Arts, Crafts & Indoor Fun

Egg Decorating & Crafts at Rhodes Arts Complex (Bishop’s Stortford)

📅 Dates: Various dates throughout Easter break
🎨 Get creative with Easter-themed workshops where kids can decorate eggs, make bunny masks, and craft their own Easter baskets.
🎟️ Entry: Booking required

Bishop’s Stortford Museum Easter Family Fun Day

📅 Date: 30th March
🖼️ A fun-filled day of history, crafts, and storytelling at this local museum. Dress up as a Victorian Easter parade-goer and enjoy egg rolling competitions!
🎟️ Entry: Free

🍽️ Easter Sunday Lunch & Foodie Events

The Flitch of Bacon (Little Dunmow) – Easter Sunday Roast

📅 Date: 31st March
🍖 This Michelin-starred pub offers a seasonal Easter menu featuring locally sourced lamb, fresh spring vegetables, and indulgent desserts.
🎟️ Booking: Essential

Easter Afternoon Tea at Down Hall Hotel (Hatfield Heath, near Bishop’s Stortford)

📅 Dates: 29th March – 1st April
🍰 A luxurious Easter-themed afternoon tea featuring hot cross buns, chocolate eggs, and beautifully crafted pastries.
🎟️ Booking: Required

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