The best spring activities this Easter

Our new collection is inspired by nature, and reminds us of woodland walks, carpets of bluebells and lawns sprayed with thousands of tiny daisies.  With Easter just around the corner, we’ve come up with a list of the best spring activities for families to enjoy over the long weekend:

A History of Chocolate, Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew:

Kew Gardens will be offering families the chance to learn where our passion for chocolate originated over the long Easter weekend – from the use of cacao in Ancient Maya to the finest chocolate houses in 17^th century London. Chocolate themed activities will also be taking place.

http://bit.ly/chocolateatkew

Osterley Park Bluebell Walks, London:

Enjoy tours of the beautiful park to enjoy the bluebells at their best and learn about the history of this native species – Osterley Park is one of London's last surviving woods of native British bluebells.

http://bit.ly/osterleypark

Bunny Wood Wildflower Walk, Nottingham:

Families have the chance to see a beautiful array of spring wild flowers, take part in a children’s scavenger hunt and enjoy a guided walk of beautiful Bunny Wood. http://bit.ly/bunnywildflowerwalk

Easter Egg Trails and Activities, Stowe, Buckingham:

Such a lovely treat for the family, Stowe are offering families exciting Easter egg hunts and treasure trails in the beautiful setting of Stowe Landscape Gardens:

http://bit.ly/stowegardens

The Magic of Beatrix Potter, Tatton Park, Cheshire

 
Find Mrs Tiggywinkle, Peter Rabbit and their friends in the Mansion, Gardens and Farm. Beatrix Potter's characters will be popping up in their Stableyard shows and you can enjoy a spot of shopping at the Easter crafts and country shopping fair.

http://bit.ly/BeatrixPotterTattonPark

 
Hot Cross Bun Baking, Hampshire

Not strictly an outdoor event, but Easter wouldn’t be Easter without Hot Cross Buns!  Families can discover how freshly milled stone ground flour can be used to make delicious hot cross buns and Easter themed treats, all ready to take away, yummy! http://bit.ly/hotcrossbunbaking

Weaver Walk, Staffordshire: 

This long walk takes its name from the Weaver Hills, and takes in some of the most beautiful flower-rich meadows and heathlands filled with pretty spring wildflowers. 

http://bit.ly/staffordshirewildflowerwalk

The Southbank Chocolate Festival, London

With chocolate making workshops, displays and demonstrations, for chocolate recipes, cakes and cocktails, the Southbank Chocolate Festival also has fun events and activities for children:

http://bit.ly/southbankchocolatefestival

Lambing at Lovesome Hill Farm, North Yorkshire

Try a break with a difference – John and Mary Pearson at Lovesome Hill Farm, Northallerton (not from our head office!), invite you to stay on their working farm during lambing time.

http://bit.ly/lambingatlovesome

West Wood Wildflower Walks, Winchester.

Visit the beautiful West Wood in Winchester, which is famous for its beautiful patches of wildflowers, alive with colour in the spring.

http://bit.ly/westwoodwinchester

If you fancy a spot of shopping in London over the Easter weekend, head to our gorgeous shop on Ledbury Road, and take a look at our new spring window!

Simply visit www.ilovegorgeous.co.uk or pop into our shop on 52 Ledbury Road, W11 2AJ and say hello!