Spring’s here, so it’s time to get out of the house and into a fun-packed trip to Staffordshire this Easter.
Home of an egg-citing array of events and activities, Staffordshire is packed with attractions and things to do for the Bank Holiday Weekend and school holidays. And with adrenaline thrills, national attractions and great days out, Staffordshire is UK's the biggest and best playground!
So come on in and enjoy some fun days out, you deserve it.
10 Things to Do for Easter
From Easter egg hunts and fun family trails to full-on thrills at our world-renowned theme parks, there's so much to see, do, taste and experience in Staffordshire this Easter that you'll need more than a day to enjoy it all.
1. Alton Towers Resort
There is always lots to do at Alton Towers Resort! Submit to the spin on Toxicator - brand new for 2025 - or ride well-loved, refurbished favourites Hex and Skyride, not to mention the legendary Nemesis: Reborn and the family fun of CBeebies Land.
2. Drayton Manor Resort
Celebrate Drayton Manor Resort's 75th birthday, home to more than 50 exciting rides and attractions, and an epic year of live entertainment including spectacular fireworks every month, live music every weekend, and an EGG-stra special Easter.
3. The Trentham Estate
There's always egg-citing things going on at Trentham Estate with the brand new Shaun the Sheep Find the Flock Trail, featuring 12 gigantic sculptures to discover, shows, face painting, rides and stalls, plus the Spring Bulb Festival, Lambing Live and the behind-the-scenes Farmers Experience.
4. Lower Drayton Farm
There's some egg-stra special surprises at Lower Drayton Farm, with Dino Egg Hatchery, the new Tulip Field, and a huge new Easter Egg Hunt. Plus there are live reptile shows, trailer rides, Easter Bunny Selfies and much more.
5. Churnet Valley Railway
Join the Mad Hatter's Tea Party onboard a steam train at Churnet Valley Railway, and enter the world of Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland, with the Queen of Hearts, Cheshire Cat, face painters, meet and greets, as well as Royal treats and a delightful cup of tea (or juice for non-tea drinkers).
6. World of Wedgwood
The Clay Club is back at World of Wedgwood for the Easter holidays, featuring pottery painting, children's factory tours, and hands-on fun at the potter's wheel.
7. Tamworth Castle
Forget Easter eggs, it's all about Dragon eggs at Tamworth Castle, while on Easter Saturday (19th April), the Castle Grounds will come alive for the annual St George's Day celebrations featuring jousting, fairground rides, and children's activities.
8. Weston Park
Easter at Weston Park means the return of vintage and classic cars for the popular Easter Motor Show, outdoor activity sessions for the kids, and the chance to enjoy a picnic in the vast gardens and Capability Brown parkland.
9. National Memorial Arboretum
It's all about Stick Man at National Memorial Arboretum this Easter, with five carvings to find (and Stick Man himself), as well as themed arts & crafts, and indoor screenings of Julia Donaldson's classic tale.
10. National Forest Adventure Farm
Enjoy an Easter Eggstravaganza at the National Forest Adventure Farm, with trailer rides to Bunny Woods, interactive Easter shows, cute baby animals, and huge play areas indoors and out - including the Mega Slide Mountain!
Easter Egg Hunts in Staffordshire
There are sweet, hidden treats for you to find on these Easter Egg Hunts in Staffordshire:
1. Adventure Mini Village
The Easter Bunny has gone to town at the Adventure Mini Village, and hidden tons of eggs to find, while there are many other special events before Easter.
2. Apedale Railway
Hop aboard one of the steam trains at Apedale Railway for their free Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Saturday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday.
3. Aston Marina
There's a charity Easter Egg Hunt at Aston Marina, raising money for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Follow the trail and crack the clues to win a chocolatey treat.
4. Tittesworth Water
Follow the accessible trail around Tittesworth Water and answer the questions to collect your prize, taking in the stunning views of The Roaches along the way.
5. Statfold Country Park
The Easter Eggspress is back at Statfold Country Park, with Easter Egg Hunts, train rides, indoor and outdoor play areas, and the Easter pantomime, Dick Whittington!
More things to do for Easter in Staffordshire
Visit our What's On page for details of all the events in Staffordshire during the Easter holidays.
And there’s plenty of inspiration for great days out in Staffordshire in our Things to Do section.
