Activities that are either free or low cost in and around Ryedale this Easter.
Library Events
Cops & Robbers at Helmsley Library
Thursday 12th April from 2.00pm to 3.30pm
Come and find out what life was like for a Victorian policeman, with stories from Ripon’s murky criminal past. But be warned, you may feel more sorry for the inmates! We’ll be getting our hands on historic objects, taking fingerprints and discovering whether you’d make a good witness. This is a family workshop, suitable for ages 5 – 12 (plus siblings).
Book your child’s place at the library
Helmsley Library, Market Place YO62 5BL 01609 534555
Kids Crafts at Norton Hive
Wednesday 4th April 10am – 12pm
Crazy Crafty Creatures
Wednesday 4th April 1pm – 3pm
Textile Creations: Making pictures with fabric
Friday 6th April 10am – 12pm
Story time crafts
5 to 10 year olds
£1 to cover materials. Pre booking essential.
Sunday 8th April 10am
The Land of Oz with Magical Quests
Norton Hive, Commercial Street, Norton 07767 230049
Pickering Library Easter Egg Hunt
Easter Egg Hunt
Pickering Library
Follow the clues round the Library to win a Chocolate Egg.
Running from the 9th to the 14th of April for ages 4-11
Pickering Library, The Ropery, Pickering YO18 8DY Ring 01609 533624 or ask a member of staff for details
The Balloon Tree Easter Egg Trail
24th March to 8th April
Follow the “wabbit” and answer the clues around the farm to claim your prize.
£3 per child and £1 per adult
Malton Easter Bunny Hunt
30th April to 14th April
Little bunnies have scampered off around Malton Town centre. See if you can find them….
£1 entry from Peagreen Pottery or Kemps General Store for a map. Return it to get a sweet reward and a chance to win an Easter Hamper
Scampston Hall & Gardens
Scampston’s ever-popular Ryedale Community Weekend will take place on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th April. Ryedale residents are invited to explore the gardens at Scampston for FREE over the course of the weekend. All you will need is proof of address, such as a driving license or utility bill.
Sutton Bank National Park Centre, YO7 2EH
Friday 30th March – Monday 2nd April 11am – 4pm
Enjoy our animal egg treasure hunt in the visitor centre grounds.
Sutton Bank National Park Centre, YO7 2EH
Adult Free, Child £4
More activities similarly priced, details here
The Moors National Park Centre, Danby
Friday 30th March – Monday 2nd April 11am – 4pm
The cheeky Easter Bunny has hidden the Wish Dragon’s eggs! Cam you find them all for her?
The Moors National Park Centre, Danby, YO21 2NB
Adult Free, Child £4
More activities similarly priced, details here
Howsham Mill
Tuesday 3rd April 2018, 10am – 3pm
Easter Eggstravaganza!
Take part in an Easter Egg hunt, learn how to dye and decorate eggs, join in with some Easter crafts, and compete in an egg rolling competition!
Thursday 5th April 2018, 10am – 2pm
Family Forest School!
Come and make bows and arrows, cook marshmallows or dampers over a fire, and build dens!
Children must be accompanied by an adult; accompanying adults go free.
Come prepared for all weathers and bring a packed lunch!
£3 per child per event
Howsham Mill, Howsham, YO60 7PA. 07880 341 914
Beck Isle Museum and Ryedale Folk Museum – Normal admission prices apply, but your ticket will give you 12 months admission to the museum.
Beck Isle Museum, Beck Isle, Pickering YO18 8DU Phone: 01751 473653
Ryedale Folk Museum, Hutton le Hole, North Yorkshire, YO62 6UA Phone: 01751 417367
Yorkshire Beaches
Take a walk on the Yorkshire Beaches, there are lots of lovely beaches nearby. Read a short guide here
For more ideas for the Easter Holidays see our full What’s on Guide here or visit our Days Out page.
Why don’t you join our Ryedale & The Coast Mumbler chat group where you can share reviews of days out/activities and get ideas from others.
Hope you have a great Easter.
