Easter holiday Fun at Eden Camp - Eden Camp Modern History Museum

Plan Your Easter Holiday Adventure at Eden Camp Modern History Museum!

This Easter school holiday, step back in time and enjoy a range of exciting, hands-on activities at Eden Camp! From wartime-inspired Easter treats to creative craft workshops, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Join us for an unforgettable blend of history, fun, and creativity!

Take a look at our fun packed activities to keep the children entertained:

The Great Easter Egg-scape - Everyday

Get ready for an egg-citing challenge! Take part in our museum-wide Easter trail and crack the hidden clues to uncover a mystery message. Use your detective skills, search for the hidden eggs, and decode the secret wartime phrase! Complete the trail and earn a little treat from the shop!

Easter Holiday Interactive Workshops

Easter Camp Crafts

Let your little ones unleash their creativity at our Easter Camp Crafts session! From 1-2pm, kids can design their very own Easter cards and crafty keepsakes to take home. A perfect hands-on way to celebrate Easter! No booking required—just drop in and get creative!

Carrots on a Stick

Step back in time and discover a sweet wartime Easter snack—Carrots on a Stick! During WWII sugar rationing, children enjoyed carrots as a natural ice lolly. Now, kids can decorate their own with honey and sprinkles for a modern twist! Learn a bit of history through taste! No need to book—just pop by and give it a try!

Peg Planes

Take part in our Peg Plane Workshop and craft your very own wooden peg plane! Customize and decorate it, then take it home as a keepsake—or turn it into a fridge magnet! A fun way to get creative and explore history at the same time.

Living History at Eden Camp

Experience history like never before with Living History Encounters!
During the Easter holidays, meet costumed reenactors bringing wartime Britain to life. Learn about life on the Home Front, the role of soldiers, and how families coped with rationing and evacuation. Engage with historical characters, ask questions, and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and stories of World War II.
Times and dates for Living History performances will be displayed on-site—don’t miss out!

What Else to Expect

- Interactive Exhibits: Explore 22 immersive huts bringing wartime Britain to life.
- Family-Friendly Café: Enjoy delicious snacks and meals.
- Gift Shop: Take home a piece of history or a unique souvenir.