Easter in Eastbourne guide: 11 days out for the school holidays
School children will soon break-up for the Easter holidays and there is plenty to keep you busy in and around Eastbourne.
By Juliet Mead
Published 24th Mar 2022, 15:45 BST
From a family pantomime, treats from the Easter bunny at Eastbounre Miniature Railway, egg hunts, a circus event and a fun dog show, there are lots of ways to keep the children entertained during this spring holiday.
There is something here for all ages and budgets in our list and they are all either in Eastbourne or less than an hours drive away.
Schools in East Sussex break up on Friday, April 1 for a two-week break.
Easter Sunday is April 17.
Schools in East Sussex break up on Friday, April 1 for a two-week break.
5. Drusillas Park
From April 2 and through the Easter holidays, Drusillas invites little egg-splorers to take part in its Easter egg hunt - to raise money for its charity of the year, Wolo. Normal admission applies and a minimum donation of £1 to take part in the Easter hunt.
6. Raysteade Centre for Animal Welfare
Easter holiday family learning days at Raysteade, near Ringmer, on April 6 and 7 and April 13 and 14. Book at www.raystede.org/family-learning-days Photo: Hilsea Portsmouth
7. Hellingly Community Hub - Sunflower's Easter Extravaganza and dog show
The event will include stalls, refreshments and a fun dog show and be held on April 16 from 11am to 3pm. Search Facebook to find out more about how to enter you pooch in the dog show.
8. Easter Walk 2022 - Alfriston
One for the older children who like hiking. Take part in this circular route on April 18 from 10am to 2pm. The event is in aid of FSW Family Support Work. Search for the charity on social media to get involved. Or head up to the Downs for your own adventure with the kids. Photo: Hilsea Portsmouth