Friday, March 27, 2015

Sponsored: Five things to do with the kids this Easter


Butterfly World - Eaglescliffe, Stockton



Visit the magical butterfly world at Preston Park where over 100 species of butterfly are housed in a tropical environment that has been carefully recreated to ensure a healthy progression throughout the life cycle of the butterfly.


Staff hope to give an insight into the magical world of butterflies stroll at your leisure past beautiful trees and flowers, sit beside the splashing waterfalls and pools and enjoy watching the vibrant wing beats of a multitude of the world’s most exotic butterflies.


Entry is £4.00 for adults and £3.50 for children & OAP's.


It’s open between 10am until 4.30pm Monday until Sunday.


For more information about Butterfly World, based at Preston Park on Yarm Road, Eaglescliffe. Find out more at their website or contact 01642 791414.


Kirkleatham Museum - Redcar



At Kirkleatham Museum you will find a wide range of activities to suit the whole family, including hands on craft activities, local artist exhibitions, seasonal events and much more!


On display are some of the rarest Anglo-Saxon finds ever discovered, shedding light on the extraordinary life on the Anglo-Saxon princess.


The stunning collection found in Loftus, contains pendants and beads that have enabled a reconstructed Royal bed burial dating back to the 7th Century.


Call 01642 479500 to find out whats on this Easter or visit their website.


Opening times


Tuesday - Sunday 10.00 - 17.00 Closed Mondays except Bank Holidays.


RSPB Saltholme



The Shetland Sheep at RSPB Saltholme are expecting so get along this Easter and see the newest arrival to the Saltholme family.


Join the team at their fantastic lambing shed from the 28 March until 12 April and get close to the lovely little lambs!


There will be plenty of woolly crafts and fun activities throughout the Easter holidays too.


Saltholme has everything to bring your family closer to nature.


There’s adventure play, pond-dipping, boat-building and events and activities during every school holiday. Discover Saltholme together and get face-to-face with all kinds of butterflies, ducks and monsters of the not-so-deep.


Saltholme is open every day, from 10 am to 5 pm. The cafe is open 10am - 4pm all year round.


Tel: 01642 546625 or visit their website for more information.


National Railway Museum - Shildon



This Easter The National Railway Museum at Shildon welcomes The Super D locomotive.


The Super D is the sole survivor of the London North Western Railway G2 Class. It was built in 1931 and is a great example of a 20th century steam locomotive built for freight work.


Super D will be on display within the Collection building as part of a freight train made up of vehicles from the collection.


Also this Easter their will be free arts and crafts activities between 10am and 4pm where you can get creative and work together to design the ultimate freight train!


Passenger steam train rides are available (for a small charge) Sunday 5 and Monday 6 April.


Call 01388 777999 for more details or check out their website.


Lightwater Valley Theme Park - North Yorkshire



Escape to Lightwater Valley and discover the excitement of five unique attractions set amidst 175 acres of glorious North Yorkshire countryside, along with thrilling seasonal events that are guaranteed to keep the whole family coming back for more,


With over 40 rides and attractions for thrill seekers of all ages, Lightwater Valley Theme Park is bursting with mini, mega and ultimate adventures for the whole family to enjoy.


For tickets and details special offers and easter events visit their website.



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