Easter 1k
Added by: Shropshire Mums on Sun Apr 6 13:13 2025
As always we've been checking out some awesome Easter gifting ideas, crafting activities and of course we will be telling you about some of our favorite events happening here in Shropshire for Easter this year.
So lets start by checking out whats online and in the shops this Easter for gifting and decorating our homes....
Gaming Event: Friday 3rd – Saturday 4th April, 11am–4pm
Themed Trail: 28th March – 12th April
Location: Middle Level, The Darwin, Shrewsbury
Cost: Free to attend
Retro Gaming Fun and Family Trail at The Darwin, Shrewsbury
Looking for family-friendly fun this Easter? The Darwin, Shrewsbury is hosting a retro gaming-inspired event with interactive activities, a themed trail, and exciting prizes for all ages.
Mark your calendars for Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th April, 11am–4pm, and don’t miss the gaming-themed trail running from 28th March to 12th April.
Meet the Iconic Characters
On Friday 3rd April, enjoy special character appearances throughout the day. Fans of classic gaming will love this opportunity to meet and snap photos with their favourite gaming-inspired characters in the heart of The Darwin.
Build and Race Your Own Car
Take on our racing ramps! Design, build, and test your own race car. This hands-on activity is perfect for kids and families looking for fun, creative challenges.
Explore the Gaming-Themed Trail
Our gaming-inspired trail runs from 28th March to 12th April, offering fun for the whole family.
Pick up a trail sheet from Megastore Collectibles on the middle level.
Hunt for gaming-inspired pictures around the centre.
Fill in your sheet with your contact details.
Return it to Megastore Collectibles to enter the prize draw.
Win Fantastic Prizes
Complete the trail for a chance to win a Super Mario-themed prize pack worth £100*. With goodies perfect for young gaming fans, it’s a fun way to make your Easter visit extra special.
*Prize is subject to retail price of goods purchased to total as close to £100.00.
Bring the family to The Darwin this Easter, enjoy racing ramps, meet iconic characters, and complete the gaming trail for your chance to win — all in the vibrant heart of Shrewsbury town centre.
Attingham Park National TrustShrewsbury, Shropshire
From Mon 23 Mar - 12th April 2026
08:00 to 17:00
ATTINGHAM PARK
Discover Attingham through the nation's favourite pastime, Gameshows! Explore the trail inspired by some of the all time greats with something for all the family, starting on the 21 March and running through until 12 April, while stocks last. The trail will run from 8am to 5pm to allow time for everyone to finish.
Each trail costs £3.50 and includes the Easter trail sheet, bunny ears, a take-home activity card and either a dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg when you've finished. Both eggs are made using Rainforest Alliance Certified cocoa. Find out more at RA.org. Only 1 egg can be given per trail sheet. *Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut and tree nut allergies.
On weekends and school holidays between 11am and 2.30pm the trail can get very busy so if you would like a quieter trail we recommend coming before 10.30am or after 3pm on these days.
Booking is not required but normal admission charges apply.
Available while stocks last. One egg per trail sheet purchased.
SWIZZLES EASTER RANGE... 
With Easter just around the corner, Swizzels' Sweet Shop Favourites range, including a tub, carton and pouch, is an essential for those looking for an alternative to chocolate, whether as a gift or for sharing over the long weekend.
Individually wrapped and offering something for everyone to enjoy, the variety bags – including Scrumptious Sweets, Luscious Lollies and Curious Chews – are also an ideal addition to Easter hunts and seasonal celebrations.
Sweet Shop Favourites Tub (650g): £5 & available from major retailers and convenience stores nationwide.
Variety bags (Scrumptious Sweets, Luscious Lollies & Curious Chews): £1.25 & available from major retailers and convenience stores nationwide.
Add a fun finishing touch to your Easter table with Tesco Easter Slogan Napkins. Bright and cheerful, they're perfect for any Easter gathering. These gorgeous little napkins are great for serving up a slice of Easter cake or to place on the dinner plates for Easter Sunday / Monday Dinner. Available in a selection of designs for just £1.50 for 20.
RRP £1.50
Tesco Easter Slogan Napkin 20 Pack - Tesco Groceries
Milk chocolates with a soft milk chocolate centre. These are perfect for scattering inside Easter treat bags, Easter Bunny hunts around the house and garden, lovely creamy chocolate and great value.
Soft Chocolate Centre
Pack size: 75G
RRP £1.50 per pack
https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/307364796
With sweet caramelised biscuit crumb, made with Italian blonde and Belgian white chocolate
This Copper speckle decorated hollow chocolate egg has twice the layers for twice the indulgence. Luxurious egg blends smooth Italian blonde chocolate with creamy Belgian white chocolate, generously packed with caramelised biscuit crumbs and caramelised biscuit spread. Expertly made and hand decorated in the UK, using sustainably sourced cocoa.
Hand Decorated in the UK Limited Edition.
Pack size: 210G
https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/323316594
Tesco Finest Double Layer Salted Pretzel Chocolate Egg 210gGold lustre decorated hollow chocolate egg made from layers of Belgian milk chocolate mixed with pretzel pieces and Belgian white chocolate mixed with butterfat, dried whole milk and salt.
Twice the layers for twice the indulgence. This double layered Easter egg combines smooth Belgian milk and white chocolate with golden pretzel pieces, delicately balanced with a pinch of sea salt. Expertly made and hand decorated in the UK, using sustainably sourced cocoa.
Hand decorated in the UK. limited Edition
Pack size: 210G
https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/322736887
Pack size: 210G
RRP £14 each - Currently just £12 for clubcard members
Decorated Belgian milk chocolate and white chocolate shells filled with a white chocolate, pistachio nut, feuilletine wafer, hazelnut praline, and almond praline filling.
Curated by our expert chocolatiers, this selection of miniature egg shaped truffles includes three made with smooth Belgian milk chocolate and three with creamy white chocolate, all crafted using Fairtrade certified cocoa. Each egg features a rich pistachio filling flecked with feuilletine wafer, delivering that signature Dubai style crunch.
With a crispy pistachio filing, made with Belgian milk and white chocolate Limited edition. Dubai Style
Pack size: 72G
RRP £8.00
https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/323155714
These eggs taste absolutley delicious the kids would absolutley love these and they certainly make for a luxury egg treat for the adults too. Tesco really are pulling it out the bag with their own brand chocolate egg range!!
Tesco Finest 4 Marbled Neapolitan Hot Cross Buns
Tesco Finest Neapolitan hot cross buns are made from delicately sweetened pink and white swirled dough which our bakers prove until it reaches the perfect rise. We add milk chocolate chips and strawberry flavoured jelly fruit pieces, for an Easter twist on a nostalgic classic. Batch baking the buns together keeps each one lovely and soft.
Pink and white swirled dough, packed with milk chocolate chips and strawberry flavoured jelly fruit
https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/323007125
Tesco Finest Salted Caramel & Chocolate Hot cross buns are made from a delicately sweetened dough which our bakers prove until it reaches the perfect rise. We add pieces of salted caramel fudge & toffee and rich dark chocolate chips. Batch baking the buns together keeps each one lovely and soft.
Packed with salted caramel fudge & toffee pieces, and rich dark chocolate chips.
https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/304795578
RRP £2.00 per pack or £1.50 for clubcard holders
EASTER CRAFTING & ACTIVITY IDEAS...
Check out the links below for some fantastic Activity and crafting ideas this Easter....
13 Easter Crafts For Kids & Adults | Good Food
12 Best DIY Easter Activities for Kids
The Big Easter Activity Guide: Creative Ideas for Every Age Group
250+ Easter Craft Ideas for Kids and Adults | Hobbycraft
35+ Easter Crafts for Kids - The Best Ideas for Kids
