Retford Majestic Theatre
Coronation Street, Retford DN22 6DE
www.majesticretford.org
Exciting Science
Saturday 4th April, 11.30am and 2.00pm
This show will amaze and astound all ages from four years and upwards, as it puts the ‘exciting’ back into ‘science’. With fun and fact-filled experiments, watch in amazement as they recreate a volcanic eruption; turn a vacuum cleaner into a missile launcher or take aim at you with their smoke blaster!
£15.00
Rapunzel
Wednesday 8th April, 2.00pm
Talegate Theatre Productions invite you to join Rapunzel as she escapes the tower from the evil Witch Gothel and has the most amazing day ever! A tangled tale featuring pop songs, magic and puppets.
£18.00
Clumber Park
Worksop S80 3AZ
01909 511078
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/clumber-park/events
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday 28th March to Sunday 12th April, 10.00am to 4.00pm
Clumber’s Easter Carnival Trail promises endless fun. Who will spot the birds hiding in Leaping Bar Wood? Test your circus skills on the Parsonage lawn, juggling with balls, rings or even clubs. Can you balance on the ‘high wire’? There’s even a game of bingo to enjoy. Don’t forget to take lots of pictures and share them before heading to collect your Easter egg.
£3.50 per trail pack, booking not needed. Admission to the Park applies
Crack the Case: The Great Easter Whodunit
Saturday 28th March to Sunday 12th April, 10.00am to 4.00pm
A self-guided mystery-solving walk designed especially for adults and older children. Follow a trail of cryptic clues, suspicious characters, and hidden evidence. The priceless Hope Diamond has vanished — and all signs point to foul play. Can you piece together the clues, crack the case, and uncover the culprit before time runs out?
£3.50 per trail pack, booking not needed. Admission to the Park applies
Rufford Abbey Country Park
Ollerton NG22 9DF
01623 821338
www.ruffordabbey.co.uk
The Big Easter Trail
Saturday 21st March to Sunday 19th April, 10.00am to 3.30pm
Embark on an exciting journey along a scenic trail, where hidden Easter surprises await your discovery at every turn. Every trail sheet comes with a guaranteed special prize, making your adventure even more memorable!
£3.00 per trail
The Harley Foundation
Welbeck S80 3LW
01909 501700
www.harleyfoundation.org.uk/whats-on/
Family Clay: Spring Animals
Thursday 2nd April, 10.00am–11.30am
Learn new skills with your child and create a real or imaginary animal from clay. You will work with your child to form and decorate your creature, taking inspiration from the season. This session is for children aged 7-16.
£14.00 per child. Parents go free, or can make their own spring animal for £12.00
Sherwood Forest Country Park
Edwinstowe NG21 9HN
01623 823202
www.visitsherwood.co.uk
Realm of Dragons Easter Trail
Saturday 28th March to Sunday 12th April, 10.00am to 3.00pm
Explore the realm on the Major Oak trail and complete the tasks and activities along your way. Keep your eyes peeled for hidden messages and the beasts that lurk within! On your return to the Visitor Centre with your completed handbook you can claim your deserved reward.
£4.50
Creswell Crags Museum and Heritage Centre
Crags Road, Welbeck S80 3LH
www.creswell-crags.org.uk/events-listings
The Great Duck Escape Easter Trail
Saturday 21st March to mid- April
Eight duck families have escaped from the lake and the team at Creswell Crags need your help to find them! Head to the locations on your map, find the sneaky beaks and count how many ducklings there are with each parent duck. Collect your Easter egg reward at the end.
£4.00
Mansfield Museum
Leeming Street, Mansfield NG18 1NG
01623 463133
www.mansfield.gov.uk
Creepy Crawlies Encounter
Tuesday 8th April, 10.00am – 2.30pm
White Post Farm will be at Mansfield Museum to introduce you to a variety of incredible creepy crawlies. Learn all about these tiny creatures, their unique lifestyles, and the habitats they call home. The experts will share fascinating insights into their behaviour and the important roles they play in nature.
£4.50 per person
Free Craft Session
No need to book – just drop by and get creative. All take place 10.00am to 1.00pm
- Tuesday 31st March – Bunny Cups
- Wednesday 1st April – Easter Crowns
- Thursday 2nd April – Wooden Egg Painting
- Tuesday 7th April – Dot Painting
- Wednesday 8th April – Mini Canvas
- Thursday 9th April – Mandala Masks
- Friday 10th April – Paper Sculpture
Mansfield Palace Theatre
Leeming Street, Mansfield NG18 1NG
01623 463133 www.mansfieldpalace.co.uk
Easter Panto: Mother Goose
Monday 30th March, 2.00pm and 7.00pm
Anton Benson Productions return with another EGGcellent Easter Panto full of song, dance, splendid sets, colourful costumes and lots of laughs. Starring Helen Flanagan, Darren Day, and Basil Brush!
£25.00 adults, £22.00 child
Dinosaur Adventure Live
Tuesday 7th April, 1.00pm and 3.30pm
Dinosaur Adventure Live brings an electrifying fusion of family-friendly storytelling, stunning puppetry, and roarsome science that brings the ancient world of dinosaurs crashing back to life.
£18.00
Littleroots Children’s Allotment
Off Slant Lane, Mansfield Woodhouse
www.littleroots.org
Little Roots Easter Event
Wednesday 8th April, 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Get involved in Easter crafts, raffle, treasure hunt, children’s lucky dip, homemade cakes for sale and sandpit fun.
Free
Lincolnshire Showground
Grange-de-Lings, Lincoln, LN2 2NA01522 522900 or www.lincolnshireshowground.co.uk
Countryside Lincs
Sunday 19th April, 10.00am – 4.00pmFamilies attending the event can enjoy tractor and trailer rides, animal handling sessions and circus skills workshops, along with many other hands-on activities. New for 2026 will be a Polo Display, which will also feature at this year’s Lincolnshire Show in June. A high-energy BMX show will also entertain crowds throughout the day. Animal lovers will be able to meet rare breed animals and learn more about protecting Britain’s agricultural heritage with the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. Younger visitors can also take part in the popular pig walking experience with the Junior Pig Clubs. Creative activities, a floral arts competition and Riding for the Disabled demonstrations are not to be missed.Advanced tickets cost £12.50 for adults, £6.50 for children (under-twos free) and a family ticket is £36.00.
Gainsborough Old Hall
Parnell Street, Gainsborough DN21 2NB
www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whats-on/gainsborough-old-hall
Make Your Own Easter Basket
Friday 3rd April, 10.00am to 2.00pm
Join the team at Gainsborough Old Hall to make your very own Easter basket. Booking not required.
Free, but does not include entry to Gainsborough Old Hall
Gainsborough Model Railway
Florence Terrace, DN21 1BE
www.gainsboroughmodelrailway.co.uk
Open Day
Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th April, 1.30pm to 5.30pm
See one of the largest model railways in ‘O’ gauge, depicting The East Coast Main Line from Kings Cross to Leeds Central. The building of the present railway commenced in 1953 and covers 2,500 square feet, has over 1,200 feet of main line track and needs ten operators.
Adults £5.00, children £4.00, family ticket £15.00
Trinity Arts Centre
Trinity Street, Gainsborough, DN21 2AL
01427 676655
www.trinityarts.co.uk
The Magic Story Wish
Thursday 16th April, 2.00pm
Izzy’s always believed in the magic of shooting stars, but when she wishes upon one, little does she know it’s actually fairy Twinkle, Queen of the star fairies! Join Izzy on a night packed with surprises. Dive into this fully interactive, musical, panto-style extravaganza filled with fun and games.
Tickets £12
Film: Goat (PG)
Friday 17th April, 3.00pm
A small goat with big dreams gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball, a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world.
Tickets £5.00, quad ticket £15.00
Marshall’s Yard
Beaumont Street, Gainsborough DN21 2NA
www.marshallsyard.co.uk
Easter Extravaganza
Saturday 4th April, 10.00am to 3.00pm
Lots of seasonal fun including meet and greet opportunities with Peter Rabbit, free face painting and a Scavenger Golden Egg Hunt.
Free
Rotherham Town Centre
All Saints Square S65
www.rotherham.gov.uk/events
Roots Rotherham Street Carnival
Saturday 28th March, 11.00am to 4.00pm
The streets will come alive with a colourful carnival procession with music, dancers, giant puppets, and spectacular performances. This is more than an event, it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and culture. Bring your friends, family, and dancing shoes – this is one street party you won’t want to miss!
Free
Rotherham Civic Theatre
Catherine Street, Rotherham S65 1EB
www.rotherhamcivictheatre.co.uk or 01709 823621
Rapunzel
Monday 30th March, 2.00pm
Join Rapunzel as she escapes the tower from the evil Witch Gothel and has the most amazing day ever! A tangled tale featuring pop songs, magic and puppets.
Tickets £16.00, concessions £14.00, family ticket £52.00
The Sooty Show
Tuesday 31st March, 11.00am and 2.30pm
Join Sooty, Sweep, Soo and friends in their spectacular new show. Joining the fun will be the Greatest Showman – Michael Jordan, Singer – Miss Kazia and Mr Brown the Magical Caretaker. Expect jaw dropping juggling, singalong favourites and amazing magic. Plus the return of international blacklight speciality act ‘Fantasie De La Nuit’.
Tickets £21.00, concessions £18.50
Olaf Falafel’s Stupidest Super Stupid Show
Thursday 2nd April, 2.00pm
After a sell out run at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe, award-winning comedian and children’s author Olaf Falafel is dishing up another frying pan full of family-friendly comedy. Expect jokes, poos on pogo sticks, more jokes and truth-telling cheese.
Tickets £12.50
Dinosaur Adventure Live – Danger on T-Rex Mountain
Friday 3rd April, 2.00pm and 4.30pm
Join intrepid rangers on a quest to recover the data crystal, restore power to the island and save the dinosaurs! An awe-inspiring interactive stage show for all the family to enjoy. Learn their history with amazing Dino-facts, meet beautiful baby dinosaurs and even feed them.
Tickets £17.00 standard, £20.00 premium
Robin Hood
Tuesday 7th April, 1.00pm and 5.00pm
Join Robin Hood and his band of Merry Folk as they outwit the wicked Sheriff of Rottingham, save the townsfolk, and help our hero win the hand of the fair Maid Marion – all in true panto style! Packed with toe-tapping tunes, dazzling dance routines, side-splitting comedy and audience participation galore.
Tickets £18.00 adult, £16.00 concession
Wentworth Woodhouse
Wentworth, S62 7TQ
www.wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk
The Rockingham Rabbit Trail
Saturday 28th March to Sunday 12th April, 10.00am to 4.00pm (5.00pm from 1st April)
Rocky the Rockingham Rabbit has lost some of his Easter eggs around the Gardens and he needs your help to find them! Pick up a trail booklet from Front of House and head out into the Gardens to complete the activities and find all of Rocky’s eggs. As a special thank you, Rocky has left a sweet treat for each completed trail with our Front of House Team so be sure to pick yours up before heading home! Let your little ones’ creativity bloom this Easter break by joining the expert crafter in the Activity Cabin for a whole host of things to make and do between 11.00am and 3.00pm.
Adults: General Admission; Children: £3.50
Magna Science Adventure Centre
S60 1FD
01709 720002
www.visitmagna.co.uk
Easter Egg-ineering
Saturday 28th March to Sunday 19th April
This Easter, Magna are blending science with creativity as they delve into the exciting world of engineering and invention, through family-friendly workshops, exciting shows and hands-on learning. See Kids Invent Stuff Present: The Invention Show from 7th to 9th April and Magna Science Show from 30th March to 4th April, 6th April and 10th April alongside a trail, demonstrations, tours and craft sessions.
Included with standard admission