Easter egg hunt at Shaw's Corner: Bugs Life
Bugs are great for the garden, but cause mischief in historic houses! This spring, enjoy learning about the bugs that call Shaw’s Corner home and help put them back where they belong on our Easter garden trail.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Make your way along the trail and find activities for the whole family. The trail takes place between 17 and 21 April, from 10.00am to 12.30pm, with last entry at 12.00pm, so come along and explore the beautiful gardens of Shaw’s Corner. Prices are £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.
Alongside Bernard, the Red Kite, children will explore our charming garden and learn where bugs might be found inside and where they might be useful outside! Once complete, a chocolate egg will be available to collect.
With its intimate setting and limited capacity of just 15 children per time slot, our enclosed garden provides the perfect sanctuary for little ones seeking a tranquil and personalised Easter experience. Whether you're introducing small children to the wonders of nature or seeking a peaceful outing with older adults and grandparents, our springtime adventure promises fun for all the family.
Pre-booking essential.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 2491895
- Suitability
Aimed at smaller children, though everyone is welcome.
- Meeting point
Join us at the visitor kiosk to collect your trail sheet.
- What to bring and wear
This event is outdoors so please wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear.
- Accessibility
Our garden has hard surfaced paths that are suitable for wheelchairs and buggies. There are two sets of steps in the garden but these can be avoided by going around them on low gradient grass verges.
- Other
This event is aimed at families, but everyone is welcome.
Upcoming events
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Art Course: Introduction to Illustration
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House Tour: Masterpieces at Shaw's Corner
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Garden Tour: William Morris
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