With the start of the Easter school holidays, visitor attractions in Swanage and across Purbeck have been busy planning egg-citing activities to entice more families to pay them a visit.
The Easter egg hunt in its various forms has become a popular tradition, especially for children who understandably enjoy receiving an Easter egg prize.
National Trust Easter eggs at Corfe Castle
Plenty of egg-citing options
There’s a great choice of places to visit to take part in an egg hunt or trail, with dairy-free eggs available alongside chocolate eggs at many of the venues.
For big kids there’s always the option to visit Swanage’s independent chocolatier Chococo in Commercial Road in the heart of Swanage. It has a wide range of chocolate options including a dinosaur egg, that’s most appropriately consumed on the Jurassic Coast!
If you don’t win one, buy one of Swanage’s luxury eggs at Chococo!
Easter activities 2025
Easter egg hunt at Swanage Railway – Friday 18th to Monday 21st April
Help the Easter bunny hunt for eggs on a fun filled family trip on Swanage Railway. Collect a form along with tickets at a booking office and then spot the missing eggs from the carriage window during the train trip. Hand the form in at Swanage or Norden station to claim a free prize. Price free (normal train ticket price applies).
Egg hunt at Swanage Railway
Easter trail on Swanage Pier – Friday 4th to Tuesday 22nd April
Starting at the pier gatehouse, find the Easter bunny and her friends on Swanage Pier, discover the Easter saying and answer the quiz. Hand in the answers at the pier gift shop to be rewarded with a prize and entered into the draw to win an Easter hamper. Price £2.00 per trail (normal adult pier entry applies).
Look out for the Easter bunny at Swanage Pier
Fairy doors Easter trail at Durlston Country Park – Wednesday 2nd until Wednesday 23rd April
Follow the trail to explore the woodland and find each of the fairy doors along the way to win a prize. Collect a booklet from the Durlston Castle reception. Price £3.50 per pack.
Durlston Country Park visitor services ranger Shannon Dugdale said:
“It is such a great time to visit the park, and with such a variety of events and some wonderful wildlife we are looking forward to welcoming everyone here.”
“While you are here, enjoy the fantastic views, stroll the cliff tops to watch the breeding seabirds and the meadows for cowslips and orchids. With so much going on, Durlston is the place to be this Easter break!”
Find the fairy doors at Durlston Country Park
Studland’s Easter adventure - Saturday 5th to Monday 21st April, from 10 am to 3 pm
National Trust nature-themed Easter trail and egg hunt. Starting at Knoll Beach, explore the beach, dunes and woodland of Studland to find nature inspired activities for the whole family including games, crafts and puzzles. Complete the trail to earn a dairy, Free from or vegan Easter egg. Price £3.50 per trail.
Hunt among the dunes and the beach at Studland
Easter egg hunt at Corfe Castle - Saturday 5th to Monday 21st April, from 10 am to 5 pm
National Trust fun-filled day of spring-themed games and activities as you explore the ruins of Corfe Castle. Get involved with some garden games, test your aim with a spot of archery, challenge your friends and family to a traditional egg and spoon race, plus much more. Price £3.50 per trail (normal admissions apply).
The Easter eggs have arrived at Corfe Castle!
Easter hunt at Blue Pool near Wareham – Friday 18th to Monday 21st April
Blue Pool’s very first Easter hunt. Kids can follow the clues to find the giant eggs, unscramble the letters they see, and collect a special prize. Price £10 (Up to 15 years admission included), £5.25 (Under 5’s and members, free admission).
Blue Pool takes the plunge with its first Easter hunt
Easter trail on Brownsea Island – Saturday 5th to Monday 21st April, from 10 am to 5 pm
National Trust interactive trail where you can dive into various activities and discover the amazing lives of birds. From wearing an Instagram-worthy giant bird head and measuring your wingspan to feeding the hungry caterpillar and joining in a fun bug and spoon race, there is something for the whole family to enjoy. Price £3.50 per trail (normal admissions apply).
Visit Brownsea Island for an Easter egg trail and other activities
Further information
- More about Easter activities at Swanage Railway, Swanage Pier, Durlston Country Park, National Trust Studland, National Trust Corfe Castle, Blue Pool, and National Trust Brownsea Island
- Checkout Easter eggs at Chococo
