Easter Holidays

Day Trips In The Easter Holidays

If you're trying not to spend too much, a staycation at home can be just as fun. Set up treasure hunts and activities at home or venture out and enjoy a day trip to any number of the UKs top attractions. A day trip to London can be exciting for kids as they explore the history of the Tower of London, or treat them to a day at Kidzania, an interactive world designed for kids. Finish it off with a matinee show at the theatre for a real treat.

In the south-east of England, travelling by train into London at the weekends can provide discounts too. 2 for 1 tickets are available at a range of attractions in London when travelling by train.

Other great day trips depend on where you are in the country. If, on the rare occasion, we are enjoying a heatwave, head out to the beach, taking a picnic to keep costs down, and bringing along things like kites just in case it does get a bit chilly.

Of course, for thrill seeking families, a day trip to a theme park at Easter, like Alton Towers or Chessington World of Adventures, can ensure a great day out. Again, you may find that there are discount offers available when you book. The parks can get quite busy during the Easter holidays so bear this in mind and make sure you get there early to get on your favourite rides.

Holidays At Home At Easter

One thing that's sure to increase during the Easter school holidays are flight prices. Whether it's airlines hiking prices to earn an extra buck or simply due to a lack of availability on flights as families head away, this can really add to the cost of a holiday around the Easter weekend.

This is a great reason to get out and explore the UK. Whether it's a staycation at home while taking in day trips to cities further afield, or spending a few days away in the countryside, ideal for getting the kids off the iPads, out and about and exploring areas of the UK that they have never seen.

Try places like Edinburgh, a city rich in history and perfect for educating the little ones and keeping them entertained with dungeon trips and all sorts. If you really do have to get away from it all and head abroad over Easter, there are still plenty of ways to keep the costs down.

How To Get A Great Family Holiday In The Easter Holidays

Firstly, plan in advance, many holiday companies want to secure bookings far in advance to make sure they don't have lots of space available at the last minute. Take a look at holiday deals during the Easter period far in advance.

Secondly, be flexible in where you go and how long for. While there are plenty of flights to popular destinations such as the Algarve and Spain, take a look at deals in places like Greece and Croatia that are much quieter and so can sometimes be cheaper. And while a week may be your ideal option, staying an extra night or one less night could mean saving money on flights.