With Edinburgh schools due to break for the Easter holidays on Friday, March 29, we've taken a look at what you can do to keep the kids busy in and around the Capital.
There are plenty of great events to take the kids to over the two week school holiday, particularly around Easter Sunday itself, Sunday, March 31. With lots of Easter trails at some of Edinburgh's landmarks including Craigmillar Castle and Lauriston Castle.
There are lots of other fun things to do, including afternoon tea with Alice in Wonderland at Carberry Tower near Musselburgh and a host of activities in Easter festivals at Dalkeith Country Park and Conifox Adventure Park in Kirkliston.
5. Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate
Step into Carberry Tower's magical, and only slightly mad, Alice in Wonderland Afternoon Tea Party on Saturday, April 6, 12.30pm - 2.30pm. Bring along the whole family to spend an afternoon with Alice, dining on a delicious afternoon tea and playing games in the attraction near Musselburgh's enchanting Rose Garden. You'd be "mad" to not attend! Tickets are £30 per person. All ages are welcome to attend. Tickets include child-friendly afternoon tea traditional afternoon tea for teenagers and adults, a meet and greet with Alice, as well as outdoor activites and games and Instagrammable photo opportunities. Tickets, £30 each, are available at www.citizenticket.com/events/carberry-tower/alice-in-wonderland-tea-part. | Google Maps Photo: Google Maps
6. Bridgend Farmhouse Easter Trail
Bridgend Farmhouse at Old Dalkeith Road in Edinburgh is hosting an Easter Trail around Craigmillar woods on Sunday, March 31, 11am - 3pm. Kids can collect a map that will lead them to find the name of the Bridgend Bunny and win a prize as they have fun exploring the local area. This event is suitable for all ages . Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear - this event is outside . One ticket per person - including children, babies get free entry. Tickets for a 20 minute slot cost £3, go to www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bridgend-farmhouse-easter-trail-tickets-846942797707?aff=ebdssbdestsearch. | Contributed Photo: Contributed
7. Easter Bunny Breakfast at Dobbies Edinburgh
Hop along to the restaurant for a tasty breakfast for the whole family before the little ones take part in some egg-cellent fun with the Easter bunny at Dobbies Edinburgh. They'll need to follow the footprints to find the Easter Bunny who is playing in their wildflower meadow, before enjoying some egg-cellent games. Before planting their very own miniature wildflower meadow to take home During the event children will also be given a chocolate rice crispy cake (316kcals). This event is suited to families with children aged 3-10 years old. Children under 3 can still take part in some activities with the support of an adult. The children's menu is £10.99 and the adult's menu is £8.60. The breakfasts take place from March 29-31 at 8.30am. Go to: https://events.dobbies.com/event-detail/?e=4275&r=v&v=23. | Contributed Photo: Submitted
8. Easter Bunny Breakfast Party at Gyle Shopping Centre, Edinburgh
Gyle Shopping Centre will host its first ever family friendly Easter Bunny Breakfast Party on March 30 and 31. Tickets are £9.95 for children, which includes a present from the Easter Bunny, and £5.95 for adults. Kids under one get free entry. Prices include a buffet breakfast with cereals, fruit juices, toast and pancakes and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Families can also join in some Easter themed activities provided by Jojo’s Parties, including: Mini Soft Play set up for babies and toddlers; Easter games and prizes; Music and dancing; Easter face painting; and Easter story time. Go to www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/easter-bunny-breakfast-party-tickets-838770965537?aff=ebdssbdestsearch for tickets. All the proceeds from tickets sold will go to the children’s charity, Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS). | Lisa Ferguson Photo: Lisa Ferguson