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Fun for Families This Easter and Beyond Around Brompton Cross

Looking for fun-filled family activities this Easter? Whether you’re local or visiting, there’s plenty on offer in and around Brompton Cross to keep young minds entertained and imaginations buzzing. From creative workshops and nature trails to inspiring exhibitions, here are some fantastic experiences to enjoy this season:

Chelsea Heritage Quarter

Explore a variety of child-friendly experiences in Chelsea:

Chelsea Physic Garden: Enjoy a self-led artistic trail ending with a chocolate treat, alongside other creative drop-in activities.
National Army Museum: Children can get hands-on moulding their very own medal from clay.
Royal Hospital Chelsea: Little ones can have a go at weaving their own Easter basket.

More information here

The Design Museum

The World of Tim Burton Exhibition & Afternoon Tea
Combine a visit to this fantastical exhibition with a themed afternoon tea in the Design Kitchen, featuring sweet creations, perfectly baked scones, and savoury bites – all with a whimsical nod to Tim Burton’s iconic world.

Details here

Doodle Day – 11th April
Join in playful drawing sessions inspired by the exhibition – perfect for creative children and curious parents alike.

Design Camp: Turn Plastic into Fabric – 30th May
This hands-on workshop shows children how to transform everyday plastic bags into strong, reusable fabric – a fun, eco-friendly introduction to sustainable design.

Discover more here

Hyde Park

Discovery Days: Spring Surprises – 8th–10th April
Pop in any time between 11am and 3pm to enjoy spring-themed activities, including:

Pond dipping and wildlife exploration
Making seedballs to grow at home
Pollinator games and nature trails
Storytelling sessions for younger children

Find out more

Discovery Days: Marvellous Mammals – 15th–17th April
Learn about the park’s furry residents through interactive trails, puppet-making, and track-identifying activities. Ideal for young animal lovers.

More information

Nature Adventures – Saturdays from 26th April to 17th May
A series of Saturday morning sessions for budding adventurers aged 8–12, offering nature-themed activities in the heart of the park.

V&A Museum

Shape Your World – 9th–11th April
Free, drop-in creative sessions inspired by nature, designed for families to enjoy together.

Wish, Craft and Celebrate – 12th April, 11am–3pm
A joyful, interactive session encouraging children to express what makes them happy through hands-on crafts.

See the full programme

More Easter Fun

Natural History Museum

Easter Family Festival – 5th–20th April
Celebrate spring at the museum with a variety of activities that explore the beauty of nature and the changing season. A perfect way to engage little explorers during the school holidays.

Festival details

Japan House London

6th–20th April
Enjoy a range of free, family-friendly cultural workshops inspired by Japan. Activities include origami and decorating traditional koinobori (carp-shaped windsocks) – popular for celebrating Children’s Day in Japan. Suitable for ages 6 and up.

Plan your visit

Royal Geographical Society (at Dora House)

Shadow Sculptures – 15th & 16th April
A creative light-play workshop where children use shadows to create, cut, and decorate unique standing sculptures. A great introduction to both art and geography.

More info

Serpentine Galleries

Arpita Singh: Remembering – Until 27th July
Introduce older children to powerful storytelling through art, with Singh’s emotionally rich work drawing on Indian folk tales and history.

Giuseppe Penone: Thoughts in the Roots – Until 7th September
Explore how nature inspires art in this striking outdoor exhibition in Kensington Gardens.

Explore exhibitions

The Big Egg Hunt London – 24th March to 27th April

Join the hunt across iconic London locations to spot giant hand-painted egg sculptures, all while supporting wildlife conservation. A fun and free outdoor activity for families to enjoy during the holidays – with trail stops in Chelsea, Covent Garden, Battersea, and beyond.

Start your adventure here

Whether you’re after art, nature, crafts, or culture, Brompton Cross and its surrounding neighbourhoods offer something special for every family this Easter and beyond.

Let the adventures begin!