Need ideas for Easter?
There is so much to do in and around Henley this Easter now that we’re all out about and the weather looks like it’s going to play ball on Easter Weekend too, hurrah! So here are a few ideas to make yours a cracking one!
Henley Adventure Golf
Test yours and your families’ putting skills at the new Henley Adventure Golf course on the banks of the River Thames at Mill Meadows navigating around many brilliant local Henley landmarks. Bookings are now open, visit Henley Adventure Golf Course
Chiltern Arts Fairy trail
Along the streets of Henley throughout April and May keep an eye out for the ten Chiltern Arts fairies hiding in windows along with their partner poems… and see how many of the fairy questions you can answer as you spot them! For more info visit Fairy Trail Quiz – Chiltern Arts
The Terrace at the Red Lion Lawn
Treat yourself to a beer, glass of wine of G&T soaking up the rays right on the Riverside at the pop-up bar at The Terrace at the Red Lion Lawn which is opening up for the summer at weekends from Sat 16th April. Guest food trader Heat & Soul will be slinging out Jerk Burgers and Mac ‘n’ Cheese balls, whilst on 23rd April the Valencia Supper Club will be there will authentic sunshine paella.
Kids eat for £1 at Cafe Rouge until 24 April
Look after the pennies and all that. Why not treat the kids? Until 24th of April your little diner can enjoy a French-inspired 2 or 3-course meal from their new menu for just £1 with every adult who purchases a main course, and there’s no washing up. More info and to book visit Henley | Café Rouge.
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland at The Kenton Theatre 22/23 April
DK productions are excited to be back at The Kenton Theatre as they follow Alice and drop down the rabbit hole to a magical place in Wonderland. You would be ‘mad’ to miss it. Book tickets here ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND – Kenton Theatre
Easter Adventures in Nature at Greys Court 8-25 April
With colourful spring bulbs blooming, the gardens and estate to explore, Greys Court makes a lovely setting for a family Easter trail. Trails are £3 each, with a chocolate, or chocolate alternative, prize when you’ve finished. Greys Court | National Trust
Easter Pet Parade at Nettlebed Creamery 11 April
Nettlebed Creamery are excited to bring back to the Cheese Shed the opportunity for you and your dogs to parade in your Easter finery. They will also be running an Easter Bonnet competition for the humans that wish to enter. Simply decorate your own bonnet and wear on the day. Visit Easter Pet Parade at The Cheese Shed for more info.
Easter Biscuit Icing at Nettlebed Creamery 15 April
Easter biscuit icing activity for children at The Cheese Shed. Your littles will get to decorate two biscuits and all proceeds will be going to the Disaster Emergency Committee to help raise funds for the Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal Easter Biscuit Icing at The Cheese Shed
Easter Trail at Tumblestone Hollow, Stonor Park 9-24 April
Follow the trail around Tumblestone Hollow and the Gardens at Stonor, exploring and playing as you go along. Solve the puzzle and take it back the to Visitor Centre to receive a treat. More info and how to book Easter Trail at Tumblestone Hollow
Easter Classes at Pavilion Foods Cookery School 12 & 13 April
Keep the little ones occupied and fed with Pavilion Foods Easter Cookery School Classes with an Easter Cup Cake Decorating class on 12 April and Little Foodies Pizza Masterclass two hour workshop on 13 April. For more information and to book visit Cookery School open! – Pavilion Foods
Oaken Grove Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting
One for the gown ups and why not, you’re going to deserve it! Visit Oaken Grove Vineyard for a wine tasting and vineyard tour with one of our trusted winemakers. They will share how they look after the vines from harvesting to pruning and talk you through the process of making their wines. After the tour, you will be able to sit on their stunning wine terrace overlooking the beautiful vines while tasting your way through the wine flights. For more info and how to book Buy tickets for Wine Tasting & Vineyard Tour at Oaken Grove Vineyard.
The Cherry Tree Inn Easter Family Fun Day
On Good Friday 15 April make your way to The Cherry Tree Inn at Stoke Row. Live music, Easter bonnet making, local craft stalls, face painting, Easter Egg hunt and food from their new pizza oven and BBQ. They will also have a very special visit from some lambs, goats, baby chicks and more.
Plus of course don’t forget to pop along to all the wonderful farm shops and delis (The Henley Larder & Pavilion Foods) in the area to pick up all your Easter goodies. Oh and psst, not many towns have their own chocolatiers so knock your Easter carbon footprint into a cocked hat by picking up all things chocolate from Gorvett & Stone.
Happy Easter from Experience Henley 🐰