Seafaring Easter Egg Hunt at Buckland Abbey
Set sail for Buckland Abbey this Easter and join us for an Easter Egg hunt around the Buckland Seas. Don't forget to watch out for sea monsters on your journey.
- Booking not needed
- Admission applies
Prepare your ship and get ready to voyage across the Buckland Seas in search of distant treasure this Easter.
Pick up a map from Visitor Welcome to help you find all 10 nautical inspired activities around the Abbey. Raise the mainsail, navigate the stars and prepare your cannons as you venture into the Buckland Seas. Watch out for the golden easter eggs which provide a clue on how to find the treasure. But watch out, you may encounter some sea monsters along the way.
When you've completed your voyage, make sure to pick up your Easter egg at the end of the trail and don't forget to ask for a stamp.
The trail runs from 28 March - 19 April, between 10am and 4pm.
Prices are normal admission plus £3.50 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg.
*Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut and tree nut allergies.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
This event is suitable for children of all ages when accompanied by an adult
- Meeting point
Please got to Visitor Welcome to get your trail.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear sensible footwear as the ground may get wet and muddy.
- Accessibility
The trail will be accessible for buggies, wheelchairs and the tramper. Please refer to our map for accessible routes around Buckland Abbey.
- Other
Dogs are welcome on a short lead in the gardens where most of the trail points are located.
Upcoming events
Write Your Own Fairytale Trail
Buckland Abbey is a mystical place full of wonder, follow the trail around the Abbey and gardens to create your own story with the help of some magical writing prompts.
At the bottom of Dudley's Garden: Storytelling and Craft Workshop
Hear the beautiful stories about the hidden world of wildflowers and pollinators, then create your own butterfly with illustrator Anna Platts.
Children's Craft Workshop - Pop Up Sea Monsters
Create a pop up scene featuring sea monsters, pirate ships and mermaids.