An Ideal Cheltenham Easter

Light evenings, sunny skies, and flowers blooming can only mean one thing: spring is here. Easter in Cheltenham brings a mix of family-friendly activities, from outdoor egg hunts to creative workshops. Whether you’re exploring the parks or enjoying local events, there’s plenty to make the most of the season in this charming town.

Easter Holidays at Sudley Castle 

Located just 22 minutes from Cheltenham, Sudley Castle hosts 10 exquisite gardens situated among the ruins of Sudley Castle.

This Easter at Sudeley, travel back to Medieval England with a fun family game of ‘Tudor Guess Who.’ As you wander through the castle gardens and hidden paths, you’ll be on the lookout for Henry VIII’s six wives. Can you figure out who’s who? Each wife is paired with a fascinating Easter tradition from Tudor England.Your challenge: Match each wife to her story and find the giant Tudor eggs scattered across the castle grounds! Don’t miss Queen Elizabeth I over the Easter weekend! Try your hand at traditional Tudor Easter games and earn her Royal Pardon.

The April Meeting 

The final Cheltenham Racing event of the season takes place on the 16th and 17th of April. With the festival just behind us, it’s a tough act to follow, however, this is set to be one of the most exciting events of the season! With brighter and warmer skies, the April Meeting has a more relaxed vibe, welcoming racing fans, new and old, from across the globe.

Easter Trail at Gloucester Cathedral 

Nothing says Easter like an egg hunt. Gloucester Cathedral is hosting an easter egg hunt from March 30th to April 30th, with select times and dates on the website. It is free of charge, with donations encouraged towards Gloucester Cathedral. Explore the cathedral and crack the clues for an ‘eggcellent’ day out!

Cleeve Common Easter Trail

Looking for the perfect way to spend quality time with the whole family this Easter? Join us for an exciting and interactive family day out, designed to bring everyone together for some fun and exploration. Follow a series of clues as you embark on a mile-long adventure through the beautiful common. As you journey through the area, you’ll answer fun and engaging questions that will guide you along the path, each one bringing you closer to a delightful prize! Along the way, families will have the chance to bond, solve puzzles, and uncover hidden secrets of the common – all while getting some fresh air and enjoying the great outdoors. Adults go free!

Cotswolds Farm Park

Lambs, bunnies, and chicks- what more could you want for an easter experience? Cotswolds Farm Park is pulling out all the stops this easter, with live lambing and kidding, easter bonnet making, easter egg trails, and their much anticipated ‘Ultimate Easter Experience’. Buy your tickets and head down for a great day out!