With Easter almost upon us, we have compiled a list of Easter Egg Hunts taking place across the country in the coming weeks.
With Easter almost upon us, we have compiled a list of Easter Egg Hunts taking place across the country in the coming weeks. So if you're hatching a plan for an egg-citing family day out this April, here are some of the most recommended Easter Egg Hunts we think you will love.
Clonfert Pet Farm, Kildare
This spring Clonfert will be expanding as they reveal a brand new section to the ever-growing petting farm. However, this Easter they will be hosting one hell of a party with egg hunts alongside the Easter Bunny, face painting and so much more. Other activities include two outdoor playgrounds, bouncy castles, indoor play area, mini-golf, go-karts and of course, no visit is complete without seeing all the new arrivals including chicks, lambs and bunnies.
When: 18th - 22nd April
How much: €25 a family ticket
This spring Clonfert will be expanding as they reveal a brand new section to the ever-growing petting farm. However, this Easter they will be hosting one hell of a party with egg hunts alongside the Easter Bunny, face painting and so much more. Other activities include two outdoor playgrounds, bouncy castles, indoor play area, mini-golf, go-karts and of course, no visit is complete without seeing all the new arrivals including chicks, lambs and bunnies.
When: 18th - 22nd April
How much: €25 a family ticket
Belvedere House Gardens & Park, Westmeath
Picking up treats along the way, families will make their way through the Easter Treasure Trail to meet the Easter Bunny completing games alongside vibrant costumed characters. Each child will receive an extra special treat once they complete all tasks and families will have access to the grounds.
When: 20th - 22nd April
How much: Under 3's go free, children €8 and adults €6
Picking up treats along the way, families will make their way through the Easter Treasure Trail to meet the Easter Bunny completing games alongside vibrant costumed characters. Each child will receive an extra special treat once they complete all tasks and families will have access to the grounds.
When: 20th - 22nd April
How much: Under 3's go free, children €8 and adults €6
Brigit's Garden, Galway
Celebrate a funfilled Easter at Brigit's Garden with two types of hunts, one aimed at smaller children around the four Celtic Gardens and a 'mighty hunt' will take place for older kids around the nature trail. Children will meet the Easter bunny, explore the grounds, enjoy games, crafts and they will each receive a prize. Booking in advance is highly recommended.
When: 21st - 22nd April
How much: €35 a family ticket
Celebrate a funfilled Easter at Brigit's Garden with two types of hunts, one aimed at smaller children around the four Celtic Gardens and a 'mighty hunt' will take place for older kids around the nature trail. Children will meet the Easter bunny, explore the grounds, enjoy games, crafts and they will each receive a prize. Booking in advance is highly recommended.
When: 21st - 22nd April
How much: €35 a family ticket
Westport House & Gardens, Mayo
A firm favourite with families in the west of Ireland, the annual Easter Egg Hunt is back for another year taken place on Easter Sunday from 11am - 6pm. Kids big and small are invited to scout the grounds high and low with Pinkie the Rabbit in hope of completing the hunt. Those who take part will receive an Easter egg and entry to a prize draw at the end of the day. Pre-booking is advised.
When: 21st April
How much: €66.50 (includes all day entry to Pirate Adventure Park, Adventure Activities and Westport House itself)
A firm favourite with families in the west of Ireland, the annual Easter Egg Hunt is back for another year taken place on Easter Sunday from 11am - 6pm. Kids big and small are invited to scout the grounds high and low with Pinkie the Rabbit in hope of completing the hunt. Those who take part will receive an Easter egg and entry to a prize draw at the end of the day. Pre-booking is advised.
When: 21st April
How much: €66.50 (includes all day entry to Pirate Adventure Park, Adventure Activities and Westport House itself)
Birr Castle, Offaly
Back for another year, Birr Castle won't disappoint as kids will get to meet the Easter Bunny and Little Bo Peep. The hunt will take place in the garden and families will work their way through the gardens meeting special characters along the way who will each give them hand-painted eggs. These can then be traded in for chocolate eggs once complete.
When: 21st April
How much: €25 a family ticket
Back for another year, Birr Castle won't disappoint as kids will get to meet the Easter Bunny and Little Bo Peep. The hunt will take place in the garden and families will work their way through the gardens meeting special characters along the way who will each give them hand-painted eggs. These can then be traded in for chocolate eggs once complete.
When: 21st April
How much: €25 a family ticket
Rumley's Open Farm, Cork
With activities kicking off from 12pm, Rumleys has an action-packed day planned for all with special appearances by the Easter Bunny, face painting, arts, crafts, lawn games and of course, an Easter egg hunt. Booking is advised.
With activities kicking off from 12pm, Rumleys has an action-packed day planned for all with special appearances by the Easter Bunny, face painting, arts, crafts, lawn games and of course, an Easter egg hunt. Booking is advised.
When: 21st - 22nd April
How much: €34 a family pass
How much: €34 a family pass
Wells House & Gardens, Wexford
Get those bopping bunnies ready for an egg-citing egg hunt complete with a map, lots of chocolate, live music and a meet and greet with Mr Easter Bunny. Easter Monday will be a day filled with magic and imagination and includes a kids disco on the terrace.
Wells House events do not require a ticket, you can just turn up on the day, however, arriving early is highly advised.
When: 21st April
How much: €10 per car (and €5 per child for those taking part in the egg hunt)
Get those bopping bunnies ready for an egg-citing egg hunt complete with a map, lots of chocolate, live music and a meet and greet with Mr Easter Bunny. Easter Monday will be a day filled with magic and imagination and includes a kids disco on the terrace.
Wells House events do not require a ticket, you can just turn up on the day, however, arriving early is highly advised.
When: 21st April
How much: €10 per car (and €5 per child for those taking part in the egg hunt)
Kellie Kearney is a Dublin mammy of 4 kids aged 2, 3, 4 and 9 (and she is expecting baby #5 in May). A self-confessed procrastinator and picker-upper of things, Kellie would never turn down a coffee and she loves to travel. You can follow her every day true to life moments on Instagram.