Easter Family Days Out Near Pickering
The best Easter activities and farm visits near Black Bull Caravan Park
Easter is one of the best times to visit North Yorkshire. Spring flowers are appearing across the North York Moors, many local attractions reopen for the season, and family-friendly Easter trails and egg hunts take place across the region.
If you’re staying at Black Bull Caravan Park near Pickering, you’re perfectly located for exploring some fantastic days out. From working farms and steam trains to forests and the seaside, here are some of the best Easter family activities within easy driving distance of Pickering.
🚂 Easter Activities at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Drive time from Pickering: 2 minutes
The historic North Yorkshire Moors Railway starts its journeys right in Pickering and is one of the area’s most popular attractions for families.
During the Easter holidays the railway runs family activity trails, Easter hunts and themed events for children. Families can explore the station, follow clues, and then climb aboard a heritage steam train for a journey through the spectacular North York Moors countryside.
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Steam train journeys through the moors
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Easter activity trails for children
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Historic stations to explore
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Great photo opportunities for families
It’s a fantastic way to experience the landscape without needing to walk long distances with younger children.
🐣 Cedarbarn Farm Shop Easter Egg Hunt
Drive time from Pickering: about 3 minutes
Cedarbarn Farm Shop runs popular Easter egg hunts each year, where children follow clues around the farm shop grounds to solve a puzzle and win a prize.
The venue also has a miniature railway running through the fields, which is a big hit with families.
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Easter egg hunt trail
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Miniature railway rides
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Farm shop and café
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Outdoor seating and play areas
This is one of the most convenient Easter activities for families staying near Pickering. Find out more about times and
🐄 Playdale Farm Park
Drive time from Pickering: about 30 minutes
Located near Scarborough, Playdale Farm Park is a large family attraction with animals, indoor play and outdoor activities.
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Meet and feed farm animals
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Play in indoor soft play barns
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Ride pedal tractors
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Explore outdoor adventure areas
The farm normally hosts seasonal events such as Easter egg hunts, alongside all the regular farm activities.
🐑 Meet the Animals at Monk Park Farm
Drive time from Pickering: about 40 minutes
Monk Park Farm is one of the best family farm attractions in North Yorkshire and a brilliant Easter day out.
The farm hosts large Easter egg hunts and springtime activities, and it’s a great place for children to meet farm animals up close. Spring is lambing season, so visitors often get the chance to see newborn lambs and other young animals.
Things to enjoy at Monk Park Farm:
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Easter egg hunts and seasonal events
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Lamb feeding and animal encounters
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Tractor rides around the farm
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Indoor and outdoor play areas
It’s especially popular with families with younger children.
🌲 Outdoor Adventures at Dalby Forest
Drive time from Pickering: about 15 minutes
Dalby Forest is one of the best outdoor adventure locations in the region.
During the Easter holidays the forest often runs family activity trails and nature-themed adventures designed for children.
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Family walking trails
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Cycling routes for all abilities
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Large adventure playgrounds
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Wildlife spotting
With miles of woodland to explore, Dalby Forest is perfect for families wanting a fresh-air Easter adventure.
🎢 Thrills at Flamingo Land Resort
Drive time from Pickering: about 10 minutes
Flamingo Land Resort is one of Yorkshire’s biggest family attractions.
The park combines a large theme park with a zoo, so visitors can enjoy rides as well as animal experiences.
At Easter the park is typically open for the new season, offering:
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Rollercoasters and family rides
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Zoo animals including lions, giraffes and penguins
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Shows and entertainment
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Restaurants and cafés
It’s a great choice for families with older children and teenagers.
🌊 Whitby Seaside Day Trip
Drive time from Pickering: about 35 minutes
The historic coastal town of Whitby is a perfect spring day trip.
Families can spend the day:
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Exploring Whitby Beach
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Hunting for fossils along the shoreline
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Climbing the famous steps to Whitby Abbey
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Enjoying fish and chips by the harbour
A seaside visit is always a highlight of an Easter holiday in North Yorkshire.
Stay Close to the Action
Black Bull Caravan Park is ideally located for exploring the best Easter activities in North Yorkshire. With Pickering just minutes away and attractions across the moors, coast and countryside within easy reach, it’s the perfect base for a family holiday.
Whether you’re enjoying steam trains, forest adventures, farm animals or seaside days, there’s something for everyone this Easter.
Guests can choose from:
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A peaceful countryside setting just outside Pickering
Plan your Easter break in North Yorkshire and discover why families return to the area year after year.
Top Tip: if you can’t find what you’re looking for this Easter, or just fancy something different, check out the Visit North Yorkshire website for even more ideas this Easter – https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/events/easter-events
