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Good morning, Basildonia!

We’ve rounded up the best family-friendly Easter activities happening in and around Basildon this April! Whether you're looking to keep costs low or plan a big treat day, there’s something here for everyone. Let’s start with free.

Free Activities

Free Karate Class Trial – Steve Quinn

Come try karate for free this Easter in Wickford, Basildon, or Laindon!
📞 01268 546439 | ✉️ [email protected]

Basildon Library – Easter Crafts

🗓 Tuesday 8 April
🕚 11am – 12noon
👧 Ages 4+
Make a cute paper chick, fluffy lamb, Easter egg suncatcher & more!
📧 Booking required: Email [email protected] or pop into the Basildon Council Offices.

Billericay Library – Easter Crafts Bonanza

🗓 Wednesday 16 April
🕚 11am – 1pm
👶 Ages 3+
No booking needed – just drop in! Decorate Easter bonnets, eggs, and let your child’s creativity run wild!

Laindon Library – Pom Pom Easter Party

🗓 Tuesday 15 April
🕑 2pm – 3pm
👧 Ages 4–11
Make adorable Pom Pom Easter Bunnies and Chicks using wool, googly eyes, and all things cute!
📧 To book: Email [email protected] or visit Laindon Library.

Festival Leisure Superheroes & Villains Day

Easter trail, meet characters, famous cars, and win Cineworld tickets!
📍Festival Leisure Park
📅 Sunday 20th April | ⏰ 11 am – 4 pm
🎁 Free Easter fun! Donations benefit Great Ormond Street & REACH charities

Essex ActivAte Holiday Clubs (FREE for FSM children!)

250+ clubs offering meals, activities, and creative fun across Essex.
🔗 Find Local Clubs
OR
🔗 Activity Finder

Easter Egg Drive – Basildon Borough

Spread joy this Easter! Donate an Easter egg for local kids and seniors.
📍Basildon Centre (Mon–Fri, 9 am–5 pm)
📅 Drop-off deadline: 14 April
🔗 More Info | ✉️ [email protected]

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🎟️ Paid Activities/Offers

🥞 Toby Carvery Easter Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

A breakfast to remember with the Easter Bunny, face painting, and a special gift for the kids!
📍Toby Carvery
📅 Saturday 19th April | ⏰ 8:00 am - 11:30 am
💷 £7.99 (plus small extras for games)
🔗 Book Here – Don’t forget to write “EASTER BREAKFAST” in the notes!

🎮 Impact A&C Roblox Game Design Camp

Let your kids turn their imaginations into playable games with Roblox Studio!
📍King Edward’s Community Centre, Laindon
📅 April 14-17th | ⏰ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
👧 Ages 7–11
💷 10% off for full-week bookings with code CAMP10
🔗 Book Now | 📞 07482 054260

🏕️ Mega Camps Easter Fun

An action-packed camp full of Nerf battles, axe throwing, arts & crafts and more!
💷 Prices vary – last-minute spaces available
🔗 Book at Mega Camps

⚽ We Make Footballers - Easter Camp

Professional coaching, games, and fun for football-loving kids!
📍Basildon Post Office Sports & Social Club
📅 April 7th & 8th | 👧 Ages 4–13
🔗 Book Here | 📞 07368 452151

⚽ Ferdinand Collective Football Camp

Skill-building fun with a focus on teamwork and discipline.
📍James Hornsby School
📅 April 16th & 17th | ⏰ 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
💷 Early bird pricing available
🔗 Book Now | 📧 [email protected]

⚽ Football Fun Factory - Easter Camps

Perfect for kids who love the game and want to improve while having fun.
📍Basildon Lower Academy
📅 April 4–6 & April 12–14 | ⏰ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
🔗 Register Here | 📧 [email protected]

🎨 KidBusterz Easter Holiday Club

Egg hunts, inflatables, crafts, and more—plus lunch & snacks included!
📍KidBusterz
⏰ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm | 💷 £26/day
📅 Early/late drop-off available
🔗 Book Here
Accepts Wonde Codes! ➡ Use Code Here

🏊 Easter Swim Courses

4-day crash course for just £30 at a brand-new luxury pool!
📍St Peter’s School, Brentwood
📞 0333 577 6362 to book

🥚 Easter Egg Hunt at Grays Town Park

Organised by B3 & local partners – a big day of Easter excitement!
📅 12th April
💷 Adults £1 | Kids 50p (pay on the day)
🔗 Reserve Your Spot

🏷️ Adventure Island Discounted Tickets

🎡 Save big! Get ride tickets for £18.50 (usually £28)
🐠 Sealife tickets: £9.50
📍Basildon Mind Charity Shop, 37 East Walk (opposite Wetherspoons)

That’s all, Basildon

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