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 2023
This year Easter will take place on Sunday April 9th.
Schools in North Wales will break up for the Easter holidays on Friday March 31st until Monday April 17th. Whilst schools in England will break up on Monday 3rd April until Friday 14th 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
1. The Great Easter EGGsperience | Abergele
Date: 1st-9th April 2023
Don’t be late for a very important date at the award-winning Manorafon Farm this Easter! Tucked away near the famous Gwrych Castle, this lovely attraction is transforming into Wonderland!
The little ones can make their way to meet Alice, before embarking on a hunt to find six coloured eggs. Once you’ve found the eggs, a chocolate treat awaits!
Along the way you can plant carrot seeds at The Potting Shed to take home with you. Or go down the Rabbit Hole where you can meet the Easter bunny!
After all that adventure, you can settle down to enjoy the delights of the Easter show, before meeting the sweet baby bunnies at Pet’s Corner.
2. Dragon Egg Hunt at Gwrych Castle | Abergele
Date: 1st-16th April 2023
Don your best costume and your explorer boots for the Dragon Egg Hunt at Gwrych Castle. If the castle looks familiar, you’d be right! It played host to the hit TV series I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here for two years!
Follow in the footsteps of celebrities, as you search for dragon eggs in the large nests in your quest to earn a tasty chocolate treat at the end! Along the way you will also meet the castle’s charming medieval residents
Did we mention there are chocolate gold coins up for grabs for the best costume?
3. Eggs-travaganza | Colwyn Bay
Date: 1st-16th April 2023
Prepare for a fantastic choice of Easter events at the much-loved Welsh Mountain Zoo. Home to over 100 species and with awe-inspiring views overlooking the coast and Carneddau Mountains, it’s not hard to see why it’s so popular.
Spring into action with two opportunities to find the sought-after golden egg, follow the Painted Easter Egg Trail, or get creative at the zoo’s Easter Crafts Sessions. Other activities include bird spotting and Native Wildlife talks.
If you fancy exploring the zoo further you can expect to meet a variety of animals, from red pandas and American alligators to sea lions and snow leopards.
4. Easter Eggsplorers Trail | Y Felinheli
Date: 1st-16th April 2023
For a fun-filled day of eggsploring during the Easter holidays in North Wales, look no further than Greenwood Family Park.
This award-winning attraction invites you to join them for a memorable day of Easter activities. Follow the trail with your handy guide to find all the eggs, which have been hidden all across the park.
To win the final prize, you must find all the eggs and solve the password to win a delicious chocolate surprise!
After your Easter adventure, why not check out the parks many rides? You can enjoy the thrills of the Green Dragon Roller Coaster, whizz round in a Moonkart, or sit back and relax on the Enchanted River Ride.
5. Medieval Eggstravaganza | Denbigh
Date: 8th-9th April 2023
All aspiring knights and princess’s will not want to miss out on Denbigh Castle’s Easter event fit for a royal! Little ones can explore the castle grounds in search of eggs, with the first 300 successful children receiving a chocolate prize.
Princes Retinue Medieval Living History will also be in attendance, where visitors can step back in time and try their hand at archery, a medieval camp, and combat shows to enjoy!
6. Easter Eggstravaganza | Beaumaris
Date: 9th-10th April 2023
Perched on the stunning Isle of Anglesey is the magnificent masterpiece of Beaumaris Castle. During the Easter Holidays, you can travel back in time to watch knights preparing for battle, archery, or be entertained by the castle jester.
If you want to get involved, there are circus workshops where you can pick up some tricks of your own! There will also be two Easter egg hunts taking place over both days with prizes up for grabs!
7. Easter Egg Hunt | Conwy
Date: 9th April 2023
Perched in the bustling town of Conwy is the impressive Cadw Heritage site of Plas Mawr. It is well-known as being one of the most intact Elizabethan town houses in Britain.
This Easter, Plas Mawr needs your help as lots of eggs have gone missing! If you can find them all, there is an eggsellent prize in it for you!
8. Easter with the Ardudwy Knights | Harlech
Date: 8th- 10th April 2023
Little budding historians will delight at spending the day with the Ardudwy Knights at the grand Harlech Castle.
Experience life as it was in the 13th century, as you watch combat displays and knight demonstrations of how they would use their weapons in battle.
There is also an Easter Egg Trail where you can earn yourself a sweet treat or two!
9. Easter Fun | Rhuddlan
Date: 9th April 2023
Our next Easter event takes place in the Cadw Heritage setting of Rhuddlan Castle. Enjoy a day filled with charming activities, including an Easter Quest, biscuit decorating, and tales and music from published author, Mair Tomos Ifans.
Be sure to get to the castle early as the first 100 children will receive a free Easter egg!
10. Easter Egg Hunt at Bodnant | Colwyn Bay
Date: 7th-10th April 2023
If your Easter just wouldn’t be the same without a traditional Easter egg hunt, then where better than the world-famous Bodnant Garden.
Located on the outskirts of Colwyn Bay, this National Trust site boasts grand architecture, tea rooms, and Grade I listed gardens.
You and your little ones can explore the wonders of the gardens along the Easter trail, complete with pairs of bunny ears and a trail sheet.
You’ll find plenty to see and do throughout the trail, before claiming your scrumptious winnings at the end!
Date: 7th-10th April 2023
The railway’s resident White Rabbit has taken all the Easter eggs and hidden them around the railway and we need your help finding them!
Follow the line to solve puzzles and find the eggs, you may even meet the White Rabbit along the way! If you complete the challenge, you will receive a yummy surprise for your efforts!
If you fancy hopping aboard the train, you can travel for 9 miles around the vast Llyn Tegid within the incomparable Snowdonia National Park.
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!
