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Since the dawn of time, humans have had a deeply embedded instinct to forage, rummaging around in fields and forests to unearth edible treasures. It's kind of hard to indulge that urge these days (unless you're really into making nettle soup) but Easter is a joyful exception, with people of every age setting off in search of eggs.
London has an abundance of Easter egg hunts aimed at every age group, whether its toddlers filling a basket or adults cracking codes to find secret caches of treats. Here are 10 of the best this city has to offer.
Happy hunting!
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London’s 10 best Easter egg hunts for the 2025 Bank Holiday weekend
The Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt
Hop to Hampton Court Palace with the kids this Easter and you’ll get a fun trail thrown in with your admission ticket. Giant Lindt gold bunnies are dotted around the grounds, and once you’ve found them all you can get a little chocolate rabbit to take home (or alternative treat).
Age range: Ages three to 12.
How to enter: Just turn up: entry to this self-led tour is included in admission to Hampton Court Palace.
Hampton Court Palace. KT8 9AU. Tuesday April 15 - Monday April 21.
Virgin Wines Easter egg hunt
There’s not much evidence that Jesus was into eggs. But you know what he definitely did love? Wine. So cheers to this free, adults-only hunt, made in a link-up between Virgin Wines and ingenious location-identifying app what3words. Clues will lead participants to a secret what3words address where they can get their hands on some legitimately good prizes, including a year’s supply of vino, a vineyard tour and tasting, a hot air balloon experience, a luxury stay at a Virgin Hotel and more.
Age range: Over 18s.
How to enter: Check Virgin Wines’ social media accounts for more info in the run up to this free adventure.
Secret east London location. Thursday April 17, 3-7pm.
Easter Egg Hunt at Ham House
Fed up of fluffy wickle little bunnies? This family Easter egg hunt takes a different tack. It sends you on a mission to save Ham House, amid the tumultuous times of the English Civil Wars. Luckily, you’ll win a treat whether or not you manage to rescue this historic stately home from ruin.
Age range: All ages.
How to enter: It’s £3.50 per trail sheet, in addition to Ham House admission.
Ham House. TW10 7RS. Tuesday April 15 - Monday April 21.
Brixton Village Easter Scavenger Hunt
Take an enjoyable jaunt through Brixton Village’s independent shops on this fun, free hunt. Riddles and challenges will take you round historic Granville Arcade, before finishing at SoLo Craft Fair to claim your prize.
Age range: All ages.
How to enter: Sign up at SoLo Craft Fair, near the Coldharbour Lane entrance to the market.
97 Granville Arcade, SW9 8PS. Monday-Tuesday April 15-16 11am-3pm; Wednesday-Sunday April 17-20 11am-6pm.
Top Cuvée Easter Egg Hunt
Natty wine experts Top Cuvée outdo themselves each year with their fantastic hunt, which sends vino fans marauding across east London in search of prizes. This year there are full-sized Tony’s Easter eggs and a Top Cuvée tote on offer for up to 1,000 hunters who complete the trail, and a grand prize worth a whopping £500.
Age range: 18-plus.
How to enter: Simply sign up online and rock up to Top Cuvée from midday on Easter Sunday.
Top Cuvée, 189 Blackstock Road, N5 2LL. Sunday April 20, 12 noon.
King’s Cross Dinosaur Egg Hunt
Nesting dinos are popping up all around Granary Square this Easter, so make sure you spot the eggs before they start to hatch (and some kind of Jurassic Park scenario unfolds). This family egg hunt is a free way to explore King’s Cross, with 12 egg displays to find and sweet treats available for everyone who finishes the trail.
Age range: All ages (but aimed at kids).
How to enter: Pick up your free map from Lightroom.
Lightroom, Lewis Cubitt Square, N1C 4DY. Until Wednesday April 20.
HiddenCity’s Great Eggventure
If you’re after some serious eggcitement then immersive game company HiddenCity has got you covered. Take part in any of their four interactive London adventures this Easter and you’ll win eggs for each player in your team. Plus, high scorers will also be in with the chance to win one of 20 gigantic 4kg eggs, handmade by Cocoba and worth £3000 in total. That’s surely enough choccie to last you until next Easter.
Age range: All ages.
How to enter: Create team of two to six members, then book a game anytime this April. Tickets £19-£35.
Various locations. Throughout April.
The Big Egg Hunt
Want to feel insecure about your egg-painting skills? Artists and designers including Anya Hindmarch, LUAP, Fortnum & Mason and Chopard have decorated 2ft tall egg installations, which are dotted around the London this Easter. Track them down to unlock tasty rewards at nearby restaurants and stores.
Age range: All ages.
How to enter: Download the free Big Egg Hunt App.
Various locations. Until Wednesday April 27.
Easter Hunt at Vauxhall City Farm
Adorable lambs, kids, calves and piglets are born this month at Vauxhall City Farm, but they’re not the only draw this Easter. This egg hunt will send kids exploring the community garden, then they can take part in activities including bonnet-making and animal-petting.
Age range: Younger children.
How to enter: Buy a ticket on the door for around £9.
Wednesday April 16 - Saturday April 19, 11am-3pm.
LUSH Easter Bunny Hunt
This surreal-sounding Easter hunt from LUSH is a perfect test for anyone who prides themselves on their sense of smell. Give a giant bunny a sniff, find the products that match the scent, solve some riddles, then collect your no doubt deliciously scented prize.
Age range: All ages.
How to enter: Free in store.
LUSH Spa Oxford Street. Until Monday April 21.
Find more Easter fun with our guide to the best activities happening around the capital over the double bank holiday
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