Enjoy an Easter eggs-travaganza in England's ancient capital!
Winchester comes alive with spring festivities during the Easter holidays. This year, schools break up on Friday 4 April until Tuesday 22 April. However you'd like to spend the Easter holidays, Visit Winchester has a whole host of events, itineraries and eggs-clusive discounts just waiting to be found! We can't wait to welcome you to England's ancient capital this Easter.
Families can embark on cracking egg hunts and trails across the district, hop aboard the Easter Bunny Train at the Watercress Line and eggs-plore a world of animals at Marwell Zoo.
Spring into Winchester district's market towns, Alresford, Wickham and Bishop's Waltham, to discover charming independents and hidden gems. From here you can venture into the South Downs National Park for the perfect springtime stroll or your next big hike.
Looking for an Easter escape? Hatch plans for an unforgettable stay at one of our cosy cottages or family-friendly hotels, guaranteed to make your spring break stress-free and full of fun.
What's on this Easter?
Cracking fun at The Watercress Line this Easter
The Watercress Line
CLOSES: 22 April 2025
DATE: 17 Apr 2025 - 21 Apr 2025
CLOSES: 22nd Apr 2025
CLOSES: 23rd Apr 2025
CLOSES: 21st Apr 2025
The Great Hall Through the Looking Glass
The Great Hall with Westgate Museum
CLOSES: 22 April 2025
DATE: 5 Apr 2025 - 21 May 2025
CLOSES: 22nd Apr 2025
CLOSES: 22nd Apr 2025
CLOSES: 6th May 2025
Lent, Holy Week and Easter at Winchester Cathedral
Winchester Cathedral
CLOSES: 21 April 2025
DATE: 13 Apr 2025 - 20 Apr 2025
CLOSES: 21st Apr 2025
CLOSES: 23rd Apr 2025
Perfect springtime stays