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If you’re searching for the best things to do in Essex with kids during the Easter holidays, look no further than Hopefield Animal Sanctuary — a family-friendly day out packed with Easter fun, animal encounters, and unforgettable experiences.
Join us daily throughout the school holidays for a mix of seasonal activities, educational experiences, and feel-good family moments that support rescued animals.
Hop into Easter with a special meet and greet with the Easter Bunny, follow our exciting Easter trail around the sanctuary, and enjoy plenty of child-friendly fun along the way. It’s the perfect way to keep little ones entertained while enjoying the fresh spring air and beautiful surroundings – we’re set over 53 acres of Essex countryside but are still only 5-minutes from Brentwood town centre, and a 10-minute drive from the M25 and A12.
Every day, families can enjoy a full timetable of educational animal talks and feeding sessions. Learn more about our rescued residents, hear their incredible stories, and discover how Hopefield provides lifelong care to animals who need a second chance.
Over the Easter weekend itself, we host our much-loved Easter Fun Weekend, featuring even more live entertainment, Easter activities, and family fun — making it one of the standout Easter events in Essex.
Across the weekend you can enjoy:
Easter storytime and egg trails
Live performances and children’s entertainment
Fairground rides and inflatables
Arts, crafts, and family activities
Meet & greets and extra seasonal surprises
It’s the perfect addition to your Easter holiday plans if you’re looking for something extra special during the long weekend. (You can find full details here: Easter Fun Weekend.)
Set across our beautiful sanctuary, Hopefield offers one of the most meaningful Easter holiday days out in Essex. Every visit helps support a charity dedicated to providing lifelong care to hundreds of rescued animals — so your family day out helps make a real difference.
🌼 Dates: 28th March – 12th April
🐾 Fun for the whole family
💚 Every visit supports our rescued animals
Whether you’re planning a school holiday adventure or looking for family Easter events in Essex, Hopefield is the perfect destination for animal lovers and families alike.
Join us this Easter for a day full of fun, learning, and unforgettable animal encounters — and don’t miss the extra excitement of our Easter Fun Weekend!
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