10am: Easter Holiday Fun at Old Down Country Park
Old Down Estate, Tockington
2–19 April | 10am–5pm | General Admission
Enjoy two weeks of Easter fun for the whole family. Highlights include a daily Easter Egg Hunt (10am–5pm) with a hidden Golden Egg prize each day, plus guest appearances, live shows and activities.
Activities include:
- Meet the Easter Bunny (selected dates)
- Adam Allsortz live performances
- Mad Hatter Magic Show
- Cookie decorating workshops
- Animal encounters
- Play Bus sessions on selected weekends (timed)
All activities are included with general park admission and run on specific dates and times between 2–19 April. Please click the linkbelow to check the full schedule before visiting.
9am: Easter Holiday Tennis Camps
Mundy Playing Fields
6th-10th April, 9am-4pm, Thornbury Lawn Tennis Club, Mundy Playing Fields, Off Kington Lane, Thornbury BS35 1NA
Each day kids will be grouped by age and skill level to ensure a fun and tailored tennis experience. Our experienced coaches are here to make it social, active, and enjoyable for every child. Parents, please pack water and a snack. We've got a cool outdoor spot for snacks and social time during the morning or afternoon breaks. No need to worry about rackets; we've got them covered! We are happy to credit you for another session if your child can't make it, please let us know as soon as you can so we can alter the session. Looking forward to a fantastic time on the court!
11am: Easter Weekend – King Charles at the Races
Berkeley Castle
April 4-6, 11am-4:30pm
Join us this Easter weekend for an action-packed journey back to the 17th century as Berkeley Castle welcomes King Charles II! Witness infantry and cavalry Parades, Horse racing and dancing, bringing this pivotal moment in English history to life.
Experience the sights and sounds of the era as King Charles II, the Merry Monarch comes to the Castle to see his soldiers march, muskets fire, and horses race through the Castle grounds. Immerse yourself in the period with lively dancing displays, showcasing the elegance and entertainment of the time.
Families can enjoy a variety of children’s activities, ensuring fun for visitors of all ages.
Don’t miss this incredible weekend of living history, where you can... Read more >>
9am: Easter Holiday Tennis Camps
Mundy Playing Fields
6th-10th April, 9am-4pm, Thornbury Lawn Tennis Club, Mundy Playing Fields, Off Kington Lane, Thornbury BS35 1NA
Each day kids will be grouped by age and skill level to ensure a fun and tailored tennis experience. Our experienced coaches are here to make it social, active, and enjoyable for every child. Parents, please pack water and a snack. We've got a cool outdoor spot for snacks and social time during the morning or afternoon breaks. No need to worry about rackets; we've got them covered! We are happy to credit you for another session if your child can't make it, please let us know as soon as you can so we can alter the session. Looking forward to a fantastic time on the court!
10am: Easter Egg Challenge Engineering & Crafting
Turnberrie's Community Centre, Thornbury
Get Hands-On with Real Engineering & Crafting Fun!
Tuesday 7th April 2026
10am - 12noon: Air-powered Rocket Cars
Build an air powered rocket car using K’nex. Test it and make modifications to improve its performance. Race it on our track to see how far it will travel in a straight line.
12.30pm - 2.30pm Egg Drop Parachutes
Design, create, and test a parachute to safely land an Easter egg.
Our workshops are suitable for families with children aged 5 and up.
Children under 9 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Attendance is limited to one adult per family group.
Children under 5 years are welcome as part of a family group.
Join us in a fun, inclusive environment where you can design, build, and create... Read more >>
10am: BALPA Performing Arts Activity Days
Caedmon Complex
Our BALPA activity days run in the school holidays for children from Reception all the way through to Year 6. The days typically run from 10am – 4pm and are held at Caedmon Complex in Thornbury (next to Tesco).
The days feature performing arts including street dance, musical theatre and drama plus craft activities, fun games and a healthy but fun lunch. Beginners and experienced performers welcome. We take a maximum of 27 children per day with many experienced tutors, helpers and young volunteers to ensure the children have a fun packed day!
11am: Krunch SW Easter HAF Activities
Thornbury Skate Park
11am-2pm
Krunch South West is local youth charity experienced in running all kinds of activities for young people. We have been running HAF provision in South Gloucestershire for 10 - 16 year olds for over two years.
We have a team of trained and friendly youth workers ready to welcome your child and help them to feel at home and offer whatever support is needed to help them engage in the activities.
Activities include: cooking, creative arts/crafts, bushcraft/forest activities, sports, table tennis etc. We also run adventurous trips such as Ninja Warrior, watersports, Airhop, Archery tag etc.
All young people who come to our HAF activities give us a glowing report and all say they would like to come again!
Our bespoke venue - The... Read more >>
9am: Easter Holiday Tennis Camps
Mundy Playing Fields
6th-10th April, 9am-4pm, Thornbury Lawn Tennis Club, Mundy Playing Fields, Off Kington Lane, Thornbury BS35 1NA
Each day kids will be grouped by age and skill level to ensure a fun and tailored tennis experience. Our experienced coaches are here to make it social, active, and enjoyable for every child. Parents, please pack water and a snack. We've got a cool outdoor spot for snacks and social time during the morning or afternoon breaks. No need to worry about rackets; we've got them covered! We are happy to credit you for another session if your child can't make it, please let us know as soon as you can so we can alter the session. Looking forward to a fantastic time on the court!
9am: Easter Holiday Tennis Camps
Mundy Playing Fields
6th-10th April, 9am-4pm, Thornbury Lawn Tennis Club, Mundy Playing Fields, Off Kington Lane, Thornbury BS35 1NA
Each day kids will be grouped by age and skill level to ensure a fun and tailored tennis experience. Our experienced coaches are here to make it social, active, and enjoyable for every child. Parents, please pack water and a snack. We've got a cool outdoor spot for snacks and social time during the morning or afternoon breaks. No need to worry about rackets; we've got them covered! We are happy to credit you for another session if your child can't make it, please let us know as soon as you can so we can alter the session. Looking forward to a fantastic time on the court!
10am: BALPA Performing Arts Activity Days
Caedmon Complex
Our BALPA activity days run in the school holidays for children from Reception all the way through to Year 6. The days typically run from 10am – 4pm and are held at Caedmon Complex in Thornbury (next to Tesco).
The days feature performing arts including street dance, musical theatre and drama plus craft activities, fun games and a healthy but fun lunch. Beginners and experienced performers welcome. We take a maximum of 27 children per day with many experienced tutors, helpers and young volunteers to ensure the children have a fun packed day!
9am: Easter Holiday Tennis Camps
Mundy Playing Fields
6th-10th April, 9am-4pm, Thornbury Lawn Tennis Club, Mundy Playing Fields, Off Kington Lane, Thornbury BS35 1NA
Each day kids will be grouped by age and skill level to ensure a fun and tailored tennis experience. Our experienced coaches are here to make it social, active, and enjoyable for every child. Parents, please pack water and a snack. We've got a cool outdoor spot for snacks and social time during the morning or afternoon breaks. No need to worry about rackets; we've got them covered! We are happy to credit you for another session if your child can't make it, please let us know as soon as you can so we can alter the session. Looking forward to a fantastic time on the court!
9am: Easter Holiday Tennis Camps
Mundy Playing Fields
13th-17th April, 9am-4pm, Thornbury Lawn Tennis Club, Mundy Playing Fields, Off Kington Lane, Thornbury BS35 1NA
Each day kids will be grouped by age and skill level to ensure a fun and tailored tennis experience. Our experienced coaches are here to make it social, active, and enjoyable for every child. Parents, please pack water and a snack. We've got a cool outdoor spot for snacks and social time during the morning or afternoon breaks. No need to worry about rackets; we've got them covered! We are happy to credit you for another session if your child can't make it, please let us know as soon as you can so we can alter the session. Looking forward to a fantastic time on the court!
9am: Easter Holiday Tennis Camps
Mundy Playing Fields
13th-17th April, 9am-4pm, Thornbury Lawn Tennis Club, Mundy Playing Fields, Off Kington Lane, Thornbury BS35 1NA
Each day kids will be grouped by age and skill level to ensure a fun and tailored tennis experience. Our experienced coaches are here to make it social, active, and enjoyable for every child. Parents, please pack water and a snack. We've got a cool outdoor spot for snacks and social time during the morning or afternoon breaks. No need to worry about rackets; we've got them covered! We are happy to credit you for another session if your child can't make it, please let us know as soon as you can so we can alter the session. Looking forward to a fantastic time on the court!
10am: BALPA Performing Arts Activity Days
Caedmon Complex
Our BALPA activity days run in the school holidays for children from Reception all the way through to Year 6. The days typically run from 10am – 4pm and are held at Caedmon Complex in Thornbury (next to Tesco).
The days feature performing arts including street dance, musical theatre and drama plus craft activities, fun games and a healthy but fun lunch. Beginners and experienced performers welcome. We take a maximum of 27 children per day with many experienced tutors, helpers and young volunteers to ensure the children have a fun packed day!
11am: Krunch SW Easter HAF Activities
Thornbury Skate Park
11am-2pm
Krunch South West is local youth charity experienced in running all kinds of activities for young people. We have been running HAF provision in South Gloucestershire for 10 - 16 year olds for over two years.
We have a team of trained and friendly youth workers ready to welcome your child and help them to feel at home and offer whatever support is needed to help them engage in the activities.
Activities include: cooking, creative arts/crafts, bushcraft/forest activities, sports, table tennis etc. We also run adventurous trips such as Ninja Warrior, watersports, Airhop, Archery tag etc.
All young people who come to our HAF activities give us a glowing report and all say they would like to come again!
Our bespoke venue - The... Read more >>
9am: Easter Holiday Tennis Camps
Mundy Playing Fields
13th-17th April, 9am-4pm, Thornbury Lawn Tennis Club, Mundy Playing Fields, Off Kington Lane, Thornbury BS35 1NA
Each day kids will be grouped by age and skill level to ensure a fun and tailored tennis experience. Our experienced coaches are here to make it social, active, and enjoyable for every child. Parents, please pack water and a snack. We've got a cool outdoor spot for snacks and social time during the morning or afternoon breaks. No need to worry about rackets; we've got them covered! We are happy to credit you for another session if your child can't make it, please let us know as soon as you can so we can alter the session. Looking forward to a fantastic time on the court!
10am: Easter Egg Challenge Engineering & Crafting
Turnberrie's Community Centre, Thornbury
Get Hands-On with Real Engineering & Crafting Fun!
Wednesday 15th April 2026:
10am - 12noon: Indoor Rockets
Design and build a rocket using a variety of materials, which you will launch to see how far and fast it travels.
12.30pm - 2.30pm Egg Drop Parachutes
Design, create, and test a parachute to safely land an Easter egg.
Our workshops are suitable for families with children aged 5 and up.
Children under 9 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Attendance is limited to one adult per family group.
Children under 5 years are welcome as part of a family group.
Join us in a fun, inclusive environment where you can design, build, and create at your own pace.
No experience needed — just curiosity and cre... Read more >>
9am: Easter Holiday Tennis Camps
Mundy Playing Fields
13th-17th April, 9am-4pm, Thornbury Lawn Tennis Club, Mundy Playing Fields, Off Kington Lane, Thornbury BS35 1NA
Each day kids will be grouped by age and skill level to ensure a fun and tailored tennis experience. Our experienced coaches are here to make it social, active, and enjoyable for every child. Parents, please pack water and a snack. We've got a cool outdoor spot for snacks and social time during the morning or afternoon breaks. No need to worry about rackets; we've got them covered! We are happy to credit you for another session if your child can't make it, please let us know as soon as you can so we can alter the session. Looking forward to a fantastic time on the court!
10am: BALPA Performing Arts Activity Days
Caedmon Complex
Our BALPA activity days run in the school holidays for children from Reception all the way through to Year 6. The days typically run from 10am – 4pm and are held at Caedmon Complex in Thornbury (next to Tesco).
The days feature performing arts including street dance, musical theatre and drama plus craft activities, fun games and a healthy but fun lunch. Beginners and experienced performers welcome. We take a maximum of 27 children per day with many experienced tutors, helpers and young volunteers to ensure the children have a fun packed day!
9am: Easter Holiday Tennis Camps
Mundy Playing Fields
13th-17th April, 9am-4pm, Thornbury Lawn Tennis Club, Mundy Playing Fields, Off Kington Lane, Thornbury BS35 1NA
Each day kids will be grouped by age and skill level to ensure a fun and tailored tennis experience. Our experienced coaches are here to make it social, active, and enjoyable for every child. Parents, please pack water and a snack. We've got a cool outdoor spot for snacks and social time during the morning or afternoon breaks. No need to worry about rackets; we've got them covered! We are happy to credit you for another session if your child can't make it, please let us know as soon as you can so we can alter the session. Looking forward to a fantastic time on the court!
4pm: 6 Week Study Course - CreatureKind
St Mary's Church, Thornbury
This Lent Revd Joy will be holding a 6 week study course: CreatureKind. The course explores the place of animals in Christian Faith and practice. Looking at biblical perspectives on animals and the way other Christian thinkers considered them. Also looking at how animals are treated today and what it might mean to put Christian belief about animals into practice.
All sessions will be held at St Mary’s Church at 4pm on the following Saturdays.
1. 28th Feb - Introduction: What’s Christianity got to do with animals?
2. 7th March: Why did God make animals?
3. 14th March: What does our faith in Jesus mean for animals?
(Break for Easter)
4. 18th April: Will animals go to heaven?
5. 25th April: What are we doing to animals?
6.... Read more >>
4pm: 6 Week Study Course - CreatureKind
St Mary's Church, Thornbury
This Lent Revd Joy will be holding a 6 week study course: CreatureKind. The course explores the place of animals in Christian Faith and practice. Looking at biblical perspectives on animals and the way other Christian thinkers considered them. Also looking at how animals are treated today and what it might mean to put Christian belief about animals into practice.
All sessions will be held at St Mary’s Church at 4pm on the following Saturdays.
1. 28th Feb - Introduction: What’s Christianity got to do with animals?
2. 7th March: Why did God make animals?
3. 14th March: What does our faith in Jesus mean for animals?
(Break for Easter)
4. 18th April: Will animals go to heaven?
5. 25th April: What are we doing to animals?
6.... Read more >>
4pm: 6 Week Study Course - CreatureKind
St Mary's Church, Thornbury
This Lent Revd Joy will be holding a 6 week study course: CreatureKind. The course explores the place of animals in Christian Faith and practice. Looking at biblical perspectives on animals and the way other Christian thinkers considered them. Also looking at how animals are treated today and what it might mean to put Christian belief about animals into practice.
All sessions will be held at St Mary’s Church at 4pm on the following Saturdays.
1. 28th Feb - Introduction: What’s Christianity got to do with animals?
2. 7th March: Why did God make animals?
3. 14th March: What does our faith in Jesus mean for animals?
(Break for Easter)
4. 18th April: Will animals go to heaven?
5. 25th April: What are we doing to animals?
6.... Read more >>
