Celebrate the beginnings of warmer weather and lighter days as you spend the Easter holidays in North Wales.
Imagine Easter egg hunts in historic castles, theme parks, and zoo’s. As well as leisurely walks along the coast, vibrant blooms, new spring lambs, and breath-taking scenery. What could be better?
Continue reading to discover all you need to new about spending the Easter holidays in North Wales…
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When is Easter 2025
This year Easter will take place on Sunday April 20th.
Schools in North Wales will break up for the Easter holidays on Friday 11th April until Monday 28th April. Whilst schools in England will break up on Friday 4th April until Tuesday 22nd April.
How do you Say Happy Easter in Welsh?
If you would like to wish someone Happy Easter on the day in Welsh, you can say “Pasg Hapus”.
How is Easter Celebrated in North Wales
Like many other countries, North Wales celebrates Easter with egg hunts, eating hot cross buns, parades, and attending church services.
Arts and crafts are also a staple part of the day, with egg painting and many schools hosting Easter bonnet making competitions.
Things to do During the Easter Holidays in North Wales 2025
Bodnant Gardens Egg Hunt
This year to celebrate East, Bodnant Gardens are hosting an egg-shellent Easter egg hunt!
Wonder along the trail and discover all the different types of eggs hidden in Bodnant Gardens, from the largest bird eggs to the tiniest insect eggs that Bodnant Gardens has to offer. Along the way, take part in the nature-inspired activities available to the whole family!
Before you start your journey down this exciting trail, don’t forget to collect your Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and your dairy/vegan/Free From chocolate egg.
Head down to Bodnant Gardens from 9:30am-4pm between April 5th – April 27th to take part!
Address: Bodnant Gardens, Bodnant Road, Tal-y-Cafn, Colwyn Bay LL28 5RE
Easter Adventures at Penrhyn Castle
Join in on the family fun at the historical Penrhyn Castle and Garden between April 5th – April 27th.
Pop on your ears and hop into the Easter fun at Penrhyn Castle, with a range of activities to complete, there’s something for everyone. Get creative with some outdoor art or make some music in the woods with the interactive music wall, then take a seat at the Easter tea party, followed by some welly throwing!
Don’t forget to keep an eye out for the colourful eggs hidden around the castle and gardens!
Once you’ve finished all that work, choose from a dairy, vegan or Free From chocolate egg and your activity sheet to remember the fun day you had.
Address: Penrhyn Castle and Gardens, Bangor LL57 4HT
The Great Easter Eggsperience at Manorafon Farm Park
Spend an egg-citing day at Manorafon Farm Park this easter between April 12th – April 21st.
Grab your Easter basket and discover all 6 colourful Easter eggs hidden around the park, once you’ve found them head over to the Easter Bunny’s Grotto to collect your chocolaty prize!
While you’re on the hunt for your eggs, make sure you pop into The Potting Shed to plant carrot seeds you can take home with you.
After your exciting day finding your prizes, head down to the pet corner to see the baby bunnies and chicks, you’ll even be able to hold them! Don’t forget to catch the Easter show before you head home.
Address: Manorafon Farm Park, Llandulas, Abergele, LL22 8ET
GreenWood’s Adventurous Eggsplorers Trail
Come down to GreenWood Family Park between April 1st – April 16th for their Eggsplorers Trail.
Track down eggs hidden around the park using the clues in the trail guide provided, along the way see if you can figure out the secret password to unlock your eggs-tra special chocolate prize!
From rollercoasting to splashing and crafting, you won’t run out of fun-filled activities while you look for the eggs hidden all over the park.
Fun fact: GreenWood Family Park is home to the UKs only people powered rollercoaster!
Address: GreenWood Family Park, Y Felinheli, Gwynedd LL56 4QN
Easter Fun at Plas Mawr
Plas Mawr in the heart of Conwy town centre have hidden a mystical golden egg somewhere in their historical walls…
Come inside the grand Elizabethan town house and search for the golden egg, with a list of clues you’ll be able to explore Plas Mawr in a new way, while taking part in some exciting craft activities.
Pop in on Sunday April 20th between 10:00-16:00.
Address: Plas Mawr, High Street, Conwy LL32 8DE
Easter Dragon Egg Hunt at Gwrych Castle
Between April 12th-April 21st you can become a hero and reunite Dewi the castle dragon with her lost magical eggs…
Delve into the castle grounds and take on the Dragon Quest, solving puzzles and challenges to help bring Dewi home. Meet the medieval castle residents who need your help before it’s too late.
Once you’ve helped reunite Dewi and her babies, you’ll get a chocolaty surprise. Come in your favourite fancy dress outfit for some extra golden coins!
Address: Gwrych Castle, Tan-Y-Gopa Rd, Abergele LL22 8ET
Llyn Brenig’s Golden Egg Hunt
Between April 17th-April 22nd, come to Llyn Brenig to follow the Golden Egg hunt.
Start at the visitors’ centre to collect your guide that has all the clues you need to find the golden egg and receive your chocolate prize.
Run wild on your adventure down to the dam, with fun filled garden games along the way, followed by arts and crafts back at the visitors’ centre.
Sessions run throughout the day between 10am-2pm.
Address: Llyn Brenig, Cerrigydrudion, Conwy LL21 9TT
Easter Adventures at Plas Newydd
In theme with Plas Newydd’s theatrical history, the impressive house and gardens have been transformed into a living stage for your extra special egg hunt.
Collect your activity sheet, and bunny ears to help you on your adventure through the gardens and terraces.
Come and join the fun between April 5th – April 27th!
Address: Plas Newydd, Llanfairpwll, Anglesey LL61 6DQ
Places to Stay During the Easter Holidays in North Wales
The Old Lifeboat House (1008898)
After enjoying a day of Easter-filled fun, you can return to your comfortable cottage in North Wales.
We have an excellent choice of accommodation in the popular destinations of Betws-y-Coed, Bangor, and Conwy Valley. So you’ll never be too far from the action.
If you’d prefer more of a coastal setting, you can book a staycation in Benllech, Abersoch, and Llandudno.
Feeling inspired to stay in North Wales for the Easter holidays? Check out our blog on the 14 must-visit towns in North Wales for places to add to your itinerary. Or if you’re looking for more events taking place, browse our guide on events in Snowdonia and North Wales.
Don’t delay, embark on your Easter adventure to North Wales with Menai Holidays today!
