The Easter bank holiday is fast approaching on Friday 18th – Monday 21st April, so it’s the perfect time for you to take a break from your University work and revision and enjoy those few days of freedom! Here’s a roundup of the top Easter events taking place around the country this weekend.
London
The Lock Tavern Festival – Camden, NW1 8AJ
Date: Thursday 17th – Sunday 20th April 2014
Price: Free
If egg hunting and the Easter bunny aren’t really your thing, then celebrate the bank holiday at the Lock Tavern on Chalk Farm Road. There will be four days full of live music and DJs alongside pop-up food stalls and art exhibitions. Make sure to book in advance though as with free tickets, it’s likely to be a sell-out – especially when people hear there’s a free slice of pizza for everyone upon arrival!
Feast of St George – Trafalgar Square
Date: Monday 21st April 2014
Price: Free
So St George’s Day is actually on the 23rd April, but the celebrations will be held two days earlier at London-landmark Trafalgar Square. Starting at 12pm, it’s open to everyone, and by the sounds of it, it looks to be a pretty good day with everything from live music and Morris dancers to street-food stalls and cookery demonstrations. There’s also going to be jesters and jugglers reminiscent of the ‘olden days’, set to entertain the inner child in us all!
North West
Duck Race – WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre, L40 0TA
Date: Sunday 20th April 2014
Price: Adult £11.80; Concessions £8.70
Situated in a country park just a short drive away from Liverpool and Manchester, the annual duck race is being held from 2pm. You can buy your own duck to race for £2, or decorate it for £2.50.
If you’d rather not pay the entry price, from the 5th – 21st April for just 50p per person you can go in search of the 25 rubber ducks hidden behind the park… for everyone who participates there’s a free chocolate egg to be had!
Easter Crafts and Country Shopping Fair – Tatton Park, WA16 6QN
Date: Saturday 19th – Monday 21st April 2014
Price: Free
Located in the outskirts of Manchester, the fair is open from 10.30-5pm, offering home furnishing, arts and crafts. A great day out if it’s nice and sunny, with the opportunity to come across some vintage finds to decorate your student house with!
Midlands
Heroes and Villains Tour – Nottingham City Centre
Date: Monday 21st April 2014
Price: Adult £8
Starting at 12pm for two hours, you can find out all about the medieval city of Nottingham, from Robin Hood (of course), to murderers and the 1,200 year old Saxon Caves. All of this begins at the Ye Olde Salutation Inn – the oldest pub in the UK, built upon some haunted caves! It’s not strictly about Easter but it’s definitely fun and interesting – make sure you book a place as the tours quickly fill up.
Scotland
Meerkat Easter Egg Trail – Edinburgh Zoo
Date: Thursday 17th April 2014
Price: Free (with zoo entry ticket: Adult £16.50; Concession £14)
Open 9-5pm, whilst it may be predominantly for children, everyone loves Easter and everyone loves meerkats, so it’s worth a visit if you’re in the area! Enjoy an Easter egg hunt round Edinburgh zoo, using a map to find locations and answering questions about meerkats to reveal new locations. Upon finishing, you’ll receive free chocolate and the chance to win a goody bag… might sound crazy but you’re guaranteed to have a good time!