Easter Activities for Children in Yorkshire: Family Fun with The Yorkshire Nanny Company
Easter is a magical time for families across Yorkshire. With the arrival of spring, lighter evenings, blooming flowers and the excitement of Easter eggs, the school holidays offer the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with children.
At The Yorkshire Nanny Company, we know how important it is to keep little ones entertained, active and happy during the Easter school holidays. Whether you’re planning family days out, creative activities at home, or looking for extra childcare support during the holidays, there are plenty of wonderful Easter activities to enjoy across Yorkshire.
Here are some of our favourite Easter activities for children in Yorkshire, including farm visits, outdoor adventures and creative fun.
Plan an Easter Egg Hunt at Home or in the Garden
A classic Easter egg hunt never goes out of style. Children love the excitement of searching for colourful eggs hidden around the garden or home.
To make it extra fun you could:
- Create a treasure map or clue trail
- Use colour-coded eggs for different age groups
- Add small toys or stickers alongside chocolate eggs
- Finish with a special Easter prize basket
A nanny can help organise the hunt, supervise younger children and make sure everyone gets involved. It’s a simple but memorable way to celebrate the Easter holidays together.
Visit a Local Yorkshire Farm This Easter
One of the best family activities in Yorkshire during Easter is visiting a local farm. Spring is lambing season, making it a wonderful time for children to see baby animals and learn more about farm life.
Many farms host Easter-themed events, including egg hunts, tractor rides and animal feeding sessions.
Popular family-friendly farms in Yorkshire include:
- Hesketh Farm Park (Bolton Abbey) – A lovely spot for meeting lambs and enjoying outdoor play areas.
- Birchfield Ice Cream Farm (Harrogate) – Many activities to do, enjoy homemade ice cream, live lambing and lamb feeding, playgrounds and more.
- Cannon Hall Farm (Barnsley) – A fantastic farm park with Easter activities, live lambing and family entertainment.
- Piglets Adventure Farm (York) – All things lambing, live shows in the Marquee, indoor and outdoor play areas.
- Swithens Farm (Leeds) – Perfect for younger children with animals, play areas and farm shop treats.
Farm visits are a brilliant way for children to connect with nature, learn about animals and enjoy fresh Yorkshire countryside air.
Try Some Easter Crafts at Home
If the weather turns rainy (which we all know can happen in Yorkshire!), Easter crafts are a perfect indoor activity.
Simple craft ideas include:
- Decorating Easter eggs
- Making bunny ears or masks
- Creating handmade Easter cards
- Painting spring flowers and chicks
- Building Easter baskets from coloured paper
Craft activities support children’s creativity and fine motor skills while keeping them happily occupied.
Bake Easter Treats with the Children
Baking together is always a hit with children and a great way to teach simple kitchen skills.
Easy Easter baking ideas include:
- Chocolate Easter nest cakes
- Bunny-shaped biscuits
- Carrot cupcakes
- Decorated Easter cookies with pastel icing
A nanny can help guide children through safe baking activities while keeping the kitchen (mostly!) under control.
Explore the Yorkshire Countryside
Yorkshire is full of beautiful places to explore during the Easter holidays. Fresh air and outdoor play are wonderful for children’s wellbeing and energy levels.
Family-friendly ideas include:
- Spring walks in the countryside
- Nature scavenger hunts
- Picnics in local parks
- Spotting lambs in nearby fields
- Visiting Easter trails at local estates and gardens
Getting outside helps children burn off energy and enjoy the best of the Yorkshire springtime.
Childcare Support During the Easter Holidays
School holidays can be busy for parents balancing work and family life. At The Yorkshire Nanny Company, we provide experienced, trusted nannies who can support families throughout the Easter break.
Our nannies can help with:
- Organising Easter activities and crafts
- Supervising Easter egg hunts
- Planning farm visits and days out
- Supporting busy parents during school holidays
We are proud to support families across Yorkshire with high-quality, reliable childcare.
