Looking for exciting Easter events in Dorset this 2025? From Easter egg hunts and bonnet parades to family-friendly activities and spring celebrations, Dorset is the perfect place to enjoy the Easter holidays. Whether you're a local resident or planning an Easter break by the coast, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Get ready for egg-citing Easter events across West Dorset, including fun-filled attractions near Charmouth and the Jurassic Coast. Keep reading to discover the best Easter activities, days out, and family-friendly events happening this spring!
Easter at Farmer Palmer's
Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park, Wareham
5th - 21st April
This Easter, head over to Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park for an egg-citing adventure! Running from April 5th to April 21st, families can enjoy a variety of activities, including the famous Easter Egg Hunt from April 18th to 21st, where kids can search for mini chocolate eggs and even golden tickets for bigger prizes. There’s also the thrilling Bandit Bunny Rescue Tractor Ride on select dates, where little ones can help save the Easter Bunny from mischievous bandits.
Located just a short drive from Newlands Holidays, Farmer Palmer’s is the perfect day out for families staying with us. After a fun-filled visit, return to Newlands to relax in our comfortable accommodations. Book your Easter getaway now for the ultimate Dorset family experience!
Dorset Food & Drink Food Fair
Subtropical Gardens, Abbotsbury
18th - 19th April
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens is hosting a Food Fair in association with Dorset Food & Drink on April 18-19, 2025. This event will transform the beautiful West Lawn into a food lover’s paradise, featuring top local producers, growers, and artisans from across Dorset. Visitors will not only enjoy delicious food and drink but also get access to the stunning gardens, which boast over 6,000 species of plants and a unique subtropical microclimate.
If you're staying at Newlands Holidays, Abbotsbury is just a short drive away, making it the perfect day trip to indulge in local flavors and explore Dorset’s natural beauty. Book your stay with us and experience the best of the region this Easter!
More details on the event can be found here.
Easter Egg-Tram-Aganza!
Seaton Tramway, Seaton
18th - 21st April
This Easter, take a ride on the Seaton Tramway and enjoy the Easter Egg-Tram-Aganza from April 18th to 21st, 2025. Kids aged 15 and under can collect a free activity sheet from Seaton or Colyton Stations and hunt for Gilbert the Station Master’s Goose and its Cheeky Chicks to win an Easter treat. While the activity is free, you may need to hop on the tram to complete the hunt
Lyme Regis Easter Bonnet Parade
Broad Street, Lyme Regis
20th April
Join the Easter Bonnet Parade in Lyme Regis for a fun and creative celebration! Open to all ages, this annual event rewards the most imaginative bonnets with fantastic prizes. The parade kicks off at 2:15 PM on Easter Sunday, starting from Pine Hall at Lyme Regis Baptist Church and finishing at the Jubilee Pavilion along Marine Parade. Led by the Mayor and Lyme Regis Majorettes, the event also supports local charities - so don’t forget to drop a donation in the collection buckets along the way!
Easter Monday Duck Race
Lyme Regis
21st April
Don’t miss the Easter Monday Duck Race in Lyme Regis! Watch as hundreds of bright yellow toy ducks are released into the River Lim at Higher Mill Flats, racing towards the finish line at Jordan Flats. Spectators can cheer from the riverbank as the ducks hurtle downstream, with cash prizes for the first, second, and third place winners - plus a special bonus prize for the last duck to cross the finish line! Ducks cost £1 each, so join in the fun and support this fantastic local tradition.
If you’re looking for the perfect family getaway this Easter in West Dorset, look no further than Newlands Holiday Park! With so many exciting Easter events to enjoy with your loved ones nearby and the beautiful Charmouth Beach and Lyme Regis just a short drive or walk away, there’s no better place to stay this holiday season.
Our park offers a variety of self-catering accommodation options in Charmouth, from picturesque campsites to modern apartments, to meet your every need. During your stay, you can take advantage of our amazing facilities, including the Leisure Centre with indoor and outdoor pools, children’s play areas, and the Tow Bar and Restaurant.
Come and enjoy a memorable Easter break with us at Newlands Holiday Park.