With the Easter holidays just around the corner, families can enjoy the great outdoors with egg-cellent activities across all five RHS Gardens. Families can become Easter detectives with a cracking activity trail to discover ‘Who Framed the Easter Bunny’, immerse themselves in the beloved world of Wind in the Willows, and enjoy the arrival of spring.
Spring is the perfect time to take in the spectacular plant life as the gardens come alive with incredible seasonal colour. Visitors can take in glorious displays of camellias, rhododendrons, blossoms and magnolias as well as beautiful spring bulbs, uplifting signs that signal the start of the gardening season.
The Easter Detectives: Who Framed the Easter Bunny
Selected dates between 3 – 28 March
Families can enjoy a cracking family adventure at the five RHS Gardens this Easter with The Easter Detectives trail. The brand-new experience invites families to solve the mystery of who framed the Easter Bunny, following clues linked to eight sneaky suspects. Using an activity pack, families can embark on a puzzle-solving adventure to uncover the truth behind the missing chocolate, save Easter and earn a chocolate treat to take home.
Along the way visitors can enjoy the gardens bursting with spring colour from vibrant bulbs to beautiful blossoms.
Activity packs cost £3 per child in addition to garden entry. Pre-booking guarantees a Detective Pack on arrival, walk-up purchases will be subject to availability.
Dates, times, and activities vary per garden; please see below and check the website for details: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/articles/easter-with-the-rhs
RHS Garden Bridgewater, Salford, Great Manchester
Friday 27 March – Sunday 19 April 2026
Find all the clues to solve the mystery at RHS Garden Bridgewater this Easter‚ as the garden comes alive with vibrant spring colour. Visitors can follow the Easter Detectives trail, hunt for clues and solve puzzles while uncovering who framed the Easter Bunny. Those who crack the case will be rewarded with a chocolate treat at the end of the trail.
Children’s tickets cost £5.00 and adult entry starts from £16.85. Members and under-fives go free. A £3.00 charge applies for a special Easter Detective pack, pre booking is advised. For more information and to book tickets, please visit Easter 2026 | RHS Garden Bridgewater / RHS
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Essex
Saturday 28 March – Sunday 12 April 2026
Families are encouraged to get their thinking caps on at RHS Garden Hyde Hall and follow clues hidden throughout the garden‚ surrounded by the colours of spring‚ to solve the mystery of the missing chocolate. Along the way they will crack ciphers, question suspects and work together to save Easter. In addition, on 31st March and 7th April join captivating storyteller Mike Dodsworth for an interactive storytelling walk around the garden.
Children’s tickets cost £5.00 and adult entry starts from £16.85. Members and under-fives go free. A £3.00 charge applies for a special Easter Detective pack, pre booking is advised. For more information and to book tickets, please visit Easter 2026 | RHS Garden Hyde Hall / RHS
RHS Garden Harlow Carr, North Yorkshire
Saturday 28 March – Sunday 19 April 2026
Visitors can step into a springtime mystery at RHS Garden Harlow Carr and help solve the case of the framed Easter Bunny‚ surrounded by the sights and colours of spring. Kids of all ages can follow the trail through the garden, uncover clues and crack puzzles along the way, finishing with a well-earned chocolate prize for every young detective.
Children’s tickets cost £5.00 and adult entry starts from £16.85. Members and under-fives go free. A £3.00 charge applies for a special Easter Detective pack, pre booking is advised. For more information and to book tickets, please visit Easter 2026 | RHS Garden Harlow Carr / RHS
RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey
Saturday 28 March – Sunday 12 April 2026
Visitors can put their powers of deduction to the test on the Easter Detectives trail at RHS Garden Wisley‚ surrounded by stunning spring displays. As they search the garden for hidden clues, they will crack puzzles and piece together the evidence to uncover who framed the Easter Bunny. Throughout the Easter break there will be additional family fun activities taking place at the garden including Storytime sessions and a Leaf and Clue Academy run by RHS Education Officers.
Children’s tickets cost £5.00 and adult entry starts from £16.85. Members and under-fives go free. A £3.00 charge applies for a special Easter Detective pack, pre booking is advised. For more information and to book tickets, please visit Easter 2026 | RHS Garden Wisley / RHS
RHS Garden Rosemoor, Devon
Friday 3 – Sunday 19 April 2026
Curious minds are encouraged to join the Easter Detectives trail at RHS Rosemoor‚ surrounded by the sights and scents of spring. Families can follow clues hidden around the garden to solve the mystery of who framed the Easter Bunny. Crack codes, uncover suspects and enjoy a springtime family adventure. During Easter weekend, Friday 3 – Monday 6 April, between 11am and 3pm the Easter Bunny will be visiting RHS Rosemoor.
Children’s tickets cost £5.00 and adult entry starts from £16.85. Members and under-fives go free. A £3.00 charge applies for a special Easter Detective pack, pre booking is advised. For more information and to book tickets, please visit Easter 2026 | RHS Garden Rosemoor / RHS
Wind in the Willows: A Garden Adventure
This Easter and for the rest of the year, little ones can explore the five iconic RHS Gardens and enjoy the brand-new Wind in the Willows trails.
Inspired by the beloved classic children’s novel The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame and brought to life with EH Shepard’s enchanting original illustations, the trail invites families to step into the world of Mr Toad, Ratty, Mole and Badger.
Visitors can journey through the gardens’ this spring to discover favourite characters hidden among plants and pathways, with sensory boxes, garden games and photo opportunities for creating special family memories.
For further information and to book, please visit: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/articles/wind-in-the-willows-garden-adventure
Easter at RHS Gardens
Beyond Easter trails and themed activities, the RHS Gardens offer the perfect spring day out. Falling at one of the most spectacular moments in the gardening calendar, Easter is an ideal time to enjoy fresh air and wide-open spaces, gather inspiration for the season ahead and explore vibrant spring displays. Visitors can also browse RHS Shops for a wide range of plants, gardening tools, homeware and seasonal gifts, taking a little garden inspiration home with them.
Garden entry is free for RHS Members and children under 5, with children aged 5–16 are just £5 each. Book online in advance to save and plan your Easter adventure: https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/articles/easter-with-the-rhs
