Lancashire Life picks ten events that might keep you and the family entertained over the Easter holidays
March onwards
Lambing Live at Mrs Dowson’s
Lambing Live is in full swing at Mrs Dowson’s, the visitor centre at Hawkshaw Farm, just off the A59 at Clayton-le-Dale. The new indoor visitor barns will become a maternity ward to dozens of ewes and their baby lambs. You could also treat yourself to their famous ice-cream while you’re there.
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Throughout April
Easter at Brockholes
Nature lovers and future nature lovers will have lots of Easter treats at Brockholes nature reserve in Preston. Create Easter wreaths and baskets, take part in the Easter Xplorer Challenge or have Breakfast with the Easter Bunny.
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5th April - 26th April (Fridays only)
Toddlers on Track
These regular sessions will seek to explore the rich transport history of the region through guided song and play and are ideal for keeping the little ones occupied and giving them a chance to socialise with other children.
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6th April - 28th April
Thornton Hall Country Park
Thornton Hall Country Park have an extensive list of special events for their Easter schedule including a Toddler Easter party, an Easter Egg Hunt, Superhero and Princess Party and The Great Show Spectacular.
www.thorntonhallcountrypark.co.uk
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6th April – 7th April
Easter Open Days at Stonyhurst College
The College is open to the public for pre-booked group tours, numbering 15 or more. Visitors will have the opportunity to see the various chapels and historic rooms within the building.
https://enterprises.stonyhurst.ac.uk/whats-on-events/easter-open-days/
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12th April - 21st April
Blackburn Easter Fair
The Blackburn Easter Fun Fair is back at Witton Country Park for 2018 from Friday, 12th April until Sunday, 21st April. Lancashire's biggest bank holiday fun fair
www.facebook.com/BlackburnEasterFair
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17th April and 21st - 22nd April
Pace Egging and Easter Bunny Trail at Gawsthorpe Hall
On 17th April, you can experience the Lancashire tradition of Pace Egging; bring your own boiled egg, decorate then roll. On the 21st and 22nd April, you Hunt for the famous ceramic Pendelfin bunnies around the grounds of Gawsthorpe Hall.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/gawthorpe-hall
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19th April - 22nd April
Teddies Go Free at Muncaster Castle
In one of the north’s most spectacular setting, Muncaster Castle in the western Lakes has a special offer over the Easter weekend – children who bring their teddy bear get free entry. There will be four days of teddy-based fun including teddy-trails and also exciting craft stands and activities. The weekend’s climax is the famous Muncaster Giant Easter Egg Hunt at 12.30pm on Easter Sunday and Monday which is a highlight of the weekend.
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21st April - 22nd April
Mini Egg Hunt in the Peter Rabbit Garden
Visit the most famous Bunny in the world this Easter. All children’s entry ticket over the weekend will include a mini treasure hunt to complete in the small but perfectly formed Peter Rabbit Garden. There’s a small chocolate treat and sticker to be won for every child.
www.hop-skip-jump.com/events/event/mini-egg-hunt-in-the-peter-rabbit-garden
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22nd April
Preston Egg Rolling
If you want to keep it traditional at Easter, head for Preston’s Avenham and Miller Parks. Avenham will host egg rolling on the hour on Easter Monday. There will also be an Easter bonnet workshop plus an opportunity to take part in the bonnet competition to win the accolade of 'Best Bonnet in Show'.
www.prestonguildcity.co.uk/events/details/7738/
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