With schools closing for the Easter holidays tomorrow (Friday, 27 March), you might be wondering what there is to do locally to keep the kids entertained. 

Well, have no fear, because Nub News has created a list of five things for your little ones to do in and around Kingston this Easter.

Kingston First's Easter Campaign

Kingston First, the town's Business Improvement District, is launching an Easter campaign aimed at encouraging families to discover what's on offer in Kingston this Easter.

From Saturday, 28 March – 12 April, families can explore interactive trails and exclusive discounts with the InKingston app.

As part of the Easter campaign, the InKingston app will host a family-friendly Easter Egg Hunt across Kingston town centre, featuring eight participating businesses: Cass Art, Pullingers, Build a Bear, Søstrene Grene, Miniso, Waterstones, Partica, and Hotel Chocolat.

Families will be invited to follow the trail and collect the eggs, scanning a unique QR code in each location via the app.

Free stickers will be available along the way, including bunny ears at Waterstones - the final stop on the trail.

Once families complete the trail, they will automatically be entered into a competition to win a free day out in Kingston (worth £200), and an Easter hamper from Søstrene Grene as a runner up prize.

A special guest - Buddy the Easter Bunny - will visit the town centre on Saturday, 28 March and Saturday, 4 April from 11am - 2pm, to give out free, vegan friendly sweets and pose for family photo opportunities.

Kirsten Henly, Chief Executive of Kingston First said: "We're excited to welcome everyone to Kingston this Easter for a memorable family experience.

"This year, we have collaborated with eight town centre businesses to bring an exciting egg hunt trail. Plus, there's plenty of offers and discounts on the InKingston app to ensure everyone has a fun day out in Kingston'."

From exclusive offers like Kids Eat Free to family-friendly discounts, the app makes it easier and more affordable than ever to plan your Easter adventure in Kingston and is available to download now on iOS and Android.

For more information, click here or follow Kingston First on Facebook or Instagram for the latest updates.

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The Lensbury Easter Camps 

A packed schedule of fun is in store at The Lensbury this Easter.

Following a packed series of events already this year, the Broom Road venue is bringing a series of kids activities this March and April.

Easter Half Term Kids' Camps run from Monday 30 March until Friday 10 April and signups now open, including to non-members and locals.

Perfect for children aged five to 12, the camps are a great way to help your kids "stay active, make friends, and have fun during the holidays".

The fun continues with the Easter Half Term Racquet Camps, bringing a "fun-filled break" with tennis and padel.

Let your young ones "sharpen their skills" or even discover a new sport. Again, two weeks are on offer at the start of April.

The watersports season has also arrived.

The Lensbury has lots on offer to help youngsters learn to have fun on the water with RYA courses and tuition open to all.

Courses run after school for six weeks or during the school holidays; this as well as club sessions on Saturday mornings.

You can book your spots here.

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Hampton Court Palace's Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt

If your kids prefer their chocolate a little boujier, then this Easter chocolate hunt might be the one for you.

The Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt is back by popular demand to Hampton Court Palace throughout the Easter holidays.

Running from 21 March – 12 April, attendees are invited to embark on the ultimate family Easter hunt and explore the iconic gardens and discover the remarkable individuals who left their mark on Henry VIII's home.

The trail description says: "Roam through lush gardens, keeping your eyes peeled for elusive Lindt GOLD BUNNY statues peeking out from colourful daffodils or early buds from the Tulip Festival.

"Follow the trail and match the names of influential characters to the distinctive red ribbons adorning every adorable Lindt GOLD BUNNY statue.

"Think you've found all the Lindt GOLD BUNNY statues? Your quest will be rewarded with a delicious miniature Lindt GOLD BUNNY 10g chocolate treat!

"Non-chocolate alternatives available on request."

Hampton Court Palace asks that attendees allow 90 minutes for the trail.

It added: "Our Lindt GOLD BUNNY statues are very special, so please look after them so everyone can enjoy the fun."

You will need a ticket to the palace to partake in this trail.

Members and children under five go free.

You can find out more information and purchase your palace tickets here.

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Stage adaptation of Roald Dah's The Enormous Crocodile at the Rose Theatre

Or maybe you are looking for something to do when the weather is not so good - let's face it, that is bound to happen at least once in the UK. 

So why not see a family-friendly musical at the Rose Theatre in Kingston?

The Roald Dahl Story Company's "wickedly funny" family musical based on Roald Dahl's The Enormous Crocodile, is running at Kingston's Rose Theatre from 1 – 12 April.

Chelsea Da Silva will play The Enormous Crocodile, with Precious Abimbola as Trunky the Elephant, Jordan Eskeisa as Humpy Rumpy the Hippopotamus, Ciara Hudson as Roly Poly Bird, Marienella Phillips as Muggle Wump the Monkey and René Francalanza as Swing.

The play's synopsis reads: "The Enormous Crocodile is weaving his way through the jungle in search of delicious little fingers and squidgy podgy knees... Only the other jungle creatures can foil his secret plans and clever tricks, but they're going to have to find a large amount of courage to stop this greedy brute.

"This mischievous musical based on Roald Dahl's snappy book has toe-tapping tunes by Ahmed Abdullahi Gallab, a rib-tickling book and lyrics by Suhayla El-Bushra, and additional music and lyrics by Tom Brady.

"Developed and directed by Emily Lim, it features a menagerie of puppets by co-director and puppetry designer Toby Olié, with set and costume design by Fly Davis, puppetry co-designed and supervised by Daisy Beattie, casting by Annelie Powell CDG, choreography by Vicki Igbokwe-Ozoagu, lighting by Jessica Hung Han Yun, and sound by Tom Gibbons.

"Associate directed by Tash Holway & Blythe Stewart and Associate Puppetry directed by Michael Jean-Marain.

"Originally co-produced by Roald Dahl Story Company, Regent's Park Open Air Theatre and Leeds Playhouse.

"The Enormous Crocodile the Musical was developed by Roald Dahl Story Company, Emily Lim, Ahmed Abdullahi Gallab, Suhayla El-Bushra and Tom Brady."

The play is "most suitable" for ages three plus but is welcome to all ages.

Tickets are on sale now and can be bought here.    

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VRXtra Kingston 

Finding something fun for the kids to do during the school holidays can be hard, but VRXtra in the Bentall Centre is sure to get the kids excited.

VRXtra, which first opened in February last year, is a virtual reality experiences hub located on the ground floor of the Bentall Centre.

Dubbed as "Kingston's most fun and immersive experiences", VRxtra has over 80 different experiences, including its Xtra Games, VR Escape Rooms, Smash Point, and the massively popular Arcade.

The hub is open from 10am – 7pm, with it staying open until 9pm on Thursdays, and 11am – 6pm on Sundays.

The Kingston store has 12 Tethered VR Headsets, toilets, customer seating, free Wi-Fi, and is available to book for parties.

If you book your session or visit the store before 4pm on weekdays, you can enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on your experience.

Whether you are planning ahead or just popping in, it is the perfect way to make your day more exciting while keeping a little 'Xtra' in your pocket.

You can find out more about VRXtra Kingston and book your experiences via its website.

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Still looking for more things to do over the Easter break? 

Well why not check out our What's On page where you can also advertise your own Easter holiday events?