27/03/2026
🌸🐣 EASTER HOLIDAYS GUIDE: EPPING, HARLOW, ROYDON, ONGAR & THEYDON BOIS 🐣🌸
🚂 ONGAR / EPPING – THE BIG ONE
Hop on the Easter Eggstravaganza at Epping Ongar Railway (3rd–6th April) – one of Essex’s best family days out. Think steam trains, Easter egg hunt along the line, vintage buses and even onboard magic 🪄
👉 It’s literally a 5-mile egg hunt with prizes at the end
🌳 EPPING / ONGAR / ROYDON – FREE PARK EVENTS
“Play in the Park” sessions are running across the district (including Ongar + Roydon). Expect sports, crafts and relaxed family fun – and it’s completely FREE 🙌
👉 Drop in sessions, no booking needed
🌿 EPPING FOREST WALKS & DIY EGG HUNTS
Not everything needs a ticket…
• Create your own Easter trail in Epping Forest
• Picnic spots + den building
• Bike rides or buggy walks
Perfect for a low-cost, high-vibes day outdoors 🌼
🎨 HARLOW – EASY FAMILY DAYS
Head to local parks and open spaces for Easter crafts, games and meet-ups (often shared via Everything Epping & community pages).
Top ideas:
• Town Park adventures
• Outdoor play areas & splash zones
• Grab lunch + make a day of it
🐰 THEYDON BOIS – VILLAGE VIBES
Keep an eye on local cafés, village halls & community boards – they often host:
• Easter bake sales
• Kids craft mornings
• Small-scale egg hunts
Perfect if you want something more chilled & local
☕ ACROSS ALL AREAS – SIMPLE WINS
Sometimes the best plans are the easiest:
• Coffee & cake stops
• Pub gardens (if the sun’s out ☀️)
• Playgrounds + picnic combos
✨ Whether you’re planning a big day out or just filling a few afternoons, there’s loads happening right on your doorstep this Easter.
💬 Seen something good locally? Drop it in the comments so others don’t miss out!
