Easter Egg hunts across Manchester for a tenner or less
- Written by Thom Bamford
- Last updated 5 days ago
- Attractions, Best of, City of Manchester, Featured
Looking for some egg-stra special Easter fun without scrambling your budget? You’re in cluck! We’ve hatched a list of the best Easter egg hunts around Greater Manchester—all for under a tenner.
From egg-citing trails through the beautiful Dunham Massey to Easter at the Farm at Reddish Vale, there’s plenty of fun to go around. Whether you’re a hard-boiled egg-hunting pro or just dipping your toes into the world of Easter adventures, these events are perfect for a fun-filled family day out.
So, dust off your bunny ears, grab your best magnifying glass, and get ready to shell-ebrate Easter in style!
Easter Fun Around Greater Manchester: The Best Egg Hunts and Family Adventures
The Giant Easter Egg Hunt at RHS Bridgewater
When: 7th – 27th April 2025
Where: RHS Garden Bridgewater, Manchester, Occupation Rd, Worsley, Manchester M28 2LJ
Price: £2.50 (standard garden admission applies)
Explore the stunning RHS Garden Bridgewater while searching for enormous hand-painted Easter eggs hidden among the vibrant spring blooms. Each egg showcases artwork inspired by local schoolchildren and brought to life by talented artists. Alongside the egg hunt, families can enjoy arts and crafts, interactive performances, and the magical Woodland Play Area. Complete the adventure with a stop at the Bridgewater Cafe for seasonal treats.
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Easter Adventures at Dunham Massey
When: 3rd – 27th April 2025
Where: Dunham Massey, Altrincham, Woodhouse Lane, Altrincham, WA14 4SJ
Price: £3.50 per trail pack(includes a chocolate egg, bunny ears, and a trail booklet)
This adventure trail takes kids through ten interactive stations focusing on the fascinating world of pollinators. Learn about bees, butterflies, and other tiny creatures while following the trail through the beautiful grounds of Dunham Massey. Every trail pack includes a chocolate egg (vegan ‘Free-From’ chocolate eggs available), bunny ears and a trail booklet.
You can get tickets here
Smithills Easter Egg Hunt
When: 12th – 21st April 2025
Where: Smithills Open Farm, Bolton, Smithills Dean Rd, Bolton BL1 7NS
Price: £4.50 (plus farm admission: Adults £13.50, Children £11.50, Under 2s Free)
Enjoy a day on the farm with a fun Easter egg hunt included! Each participating child receives an Easter egg or an adorable teddy bear, with plenty of sweets and chocolates to go around. Special prizes and surprises await, and little ones can also snap a picture with the Easter Bunny and Easter Chick!
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Easter at the Farm – Reddish Vale Farm
When: 12th – 21st April 2025
Where: Reddish Vale Farm, Reddish Vale Farm, Reddish Vale Road, Reddish, Stockport, SK5 7HE
Price: £16 (includes entry and meeting the Easter Bunny)
Follow the clues on an exciting Easter egg trail around the farm and claim your well-earned chocolate treat! For younger children (0-3 years), there’s a special Easter Village hunt to collect matching eggs. And a special prize for the person who finds the golden egg! The event also features fun activities like sowing seeds, arts and crafts, and all the usual farm attractions.
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Easter Adventures at Lyme Park
When: 4th – 21st April 2025
Where: Lyme Park, Disley, Stockport, Cheshire, SK12 2NR
Price: £3.50 (plus house admission, free for National Trust members)
Hunt colourful wooden eggs, big and small in Lyme’s garden trail this Easter. Hop and play along the way with egg-strodinary games, challenges, and activities for all the family to enjoy. Once you’re done collect a chocolate egg* of your own to take home. Normal admission plus £3.50 per trail, which includes a *chocolate egg, or a vegan ‘Free-From’ chocolate egg, both made using cocoa from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms.
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Easter Egg Hunt at Heaton Park
When: 18th – 21st April 2025 (10am – 3pm)
Where: Heaton Park, Heaton Park, Middleton Road, Higher Blackley, Manchester, M25 2SW
Price: £4 (includes Easter egg)
Help Detective Duckling crack the code to unlock the Easter Bunny’s chest! Follow the trail map from the Stables Cafe and solve the clues scattered around Heaton Park. Once you’ve cracked the mystery, you’ll be rewarded with a sweet Easter egg treat!
You can get tickets here
The Big Easter Trail at Stanley Square, Sale
When: 11th – 19th April 2025
Where: Bean & Brush Art Cafe, Stanley Square, Sale M33 7XZ
Price: Free
Join the ultimate Easter scavenger hunt in Sale, featuring the Disco Chicks vs. The Bunnies in a dance showdown! Follow the map, solve puzzles, and collect treats along the way. Pick up your free trail map from Bean & Brush Art Cafe and get ready for a fun-filled family day out.
Find out more here
Mad Hatter Easter Trail at Mayfield Park
When: 9th – 13th April 2025 (12 pm – 5 pm)
Where: Mayfield Park, Boardman Gate Entrance, 11 Baring St, Manchester M1 2PY
Price: £6 per ticket
Begin your adventure at Freight Island, where you’ll receive your trail sheet before heading off on a whimsical hunt through Mayfield Park. Follow the hidden clues to claim your Easter egg, then return to Freight Island’s Plant Room for a creative colouring session with a chance to win tickets to future family events.
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Easter Bunny Trail at Ordsall Hall
When: 6th – 17th April 2025
Where: Ordsall Hall, 322 Ordsall Ln, Salford M5 3AN
Price: £2
Eight mischievous bunnies are hiding around Ordsall Hall, each with a story connected to the Hall’s rich history. Can you find them all? This charming Easter-themed hunt is perfect for little explorers and history lovers alike.
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Easter Egg Hunt at Chester Zoo
When: 4th – 27th April 2025
Where: Chester Zoo, Chester CH2 1LE
Price: Free with zoo admission
Set off on an egg-citing adventure at Chester Zoo, where you’ll discover giant, hand-painted eggs inspired by African wildlife. Match the eggs to the animals they represent and enjoy exploring the zoo along the way. Complete the trail to claim a delicious Easter treat!
Whether you’re looking for a traditional Easter egg hunt or a unique family adventure, there’s something for everyone across Greater Manchester this Easter! Which event will you be hopping to first?
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Have we missed any amazing Easter egg hunts in Manchester?
Let us know! Thom@ilovemanchester.com
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