National Trust Easter egg trails across Devon
Bring the whole family together this Easter and treat your loved ones to a spring adventure with the National Trust.
From getting active in the great outdoors, to spotting the signs of spring and experiencing nature bursting into life at the places the National Trust cares for, there are lots of Easter trails to choose from in Devon and beyond.
Every single National Trust Easter trail is different and celebrates nature, history and beauty. Follow winding garden paths, crash along muddy woodland trails or time travel with adventures to castles, towers, and mansions.
And of course, each National Trust Easter trail ends with a chocolate egg, or vegan and free from egg, made here in the UK using cocoa that’s responsibly sourced from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms.
National Trust Easter egg trails cost £3 per child, plus normal National Trust admission/free entry for National Trust members.
To discover your nearest National Trust Easter trail, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/easter
Knightshayes
· Easter adventure trail 1–2 and 4–16 April
With acres of gardens and parkland surrounding a spectacular Gothic Revival house, Knightshayes is the complete country house. The house is a rare example of the work of William Burges, whose lavish designs have always inspired extremes of opinion. Full of quirks and curiosities, it is a house of many faces. The formal and woodland garden is one of the finest and most varied plant collections in the country. During the Easter holidays pick up an Easter pack and complete the 10 activities, including welly-wanging, den building and mazes.
Normal admission plus £3 per trail, includes a chocolate or vegan and free from Rainforest Alliance Easter egg.
Saltram, Devon
· Easter adventure trail 1–16 April
Saltram overlooks the River Plym and is set in a rolling landscape park that provides precious green space on the outskirts of Plymouth, the garden is home to 18th century follies, winding paths and hidden vistas. On the Easter adventure trail this year look out for pops of spring colour, spot insects, hop like a bunny and get involved in lots of fun activities around the garden.
Normal admission plus £3 per trail, includes a chocolate or vegan and free from Rainforest Alliance Easter egg.
Arlington Court
· Easter adventure trail 2–16 April
An unexpected jewel on the edge of Exmoor, Arlington Court is an intriguing Regency house with an impressive collection of horse-drawn vehicles, all set within glorious gardens. From nature trails and family games on the lawn to over twenty miles of footpaths on the wider estate, there is plenty to discover at Arlington this spring. This Easter follow the trail around the pleasure grounds and enjoy fun nature-themed activities to do along the way. Additional Easter activities will also be available including Easter crafts.
Normal admission plus £3 per trail, includes a chocolate or vegan and free from Rainforest Alliance Easter egg.
Stay: Woolley Lodge is a Victorian gardeners cottage sleeping three.
Coleton Fishcare
· Easter adventure trail 24 March-30 April
A garden by the sea, Coleton Fishacre is an Arts and Crafts country retreat, nestled in a tropical garden on the South Devon coast. From nature trails and den building, to the wild rugged South West Coast path, there is plenty of outdoor adventures to be had at Coleton Fishacre this spring. This Easter follow the busy bee trail around the garden and get involved with fun bee themed activities along the way.
Normal admission plus £3 per trail, includes a chocolate or vegan and free from Rainforest Alliance Easter egg.
Stay: Four holiday cottages to choose from including a former farmhouse sleeping 12.
Greenway
· Easter adventure trail 24 March-30 April
Soak up the sights of spring at Greenway in Devon, tucked away on the edge of the River Dart. Formerly Agatha Christie’s holiday home, the white Georgian house is just as the famous author left it with first editions and items from the family’s personal collections. From exploring the woodland garden full of blooms on a nature trail or spotting wildlife from the river, there’s plenty of fun to be had at Greenway this spring. This Easter follow the trail around the woodland garden and enjoy fun nature-themed activities to do along the way.
Normal admission plus £3 per trail, includes a chocolate or vegan and free from Rainforest Alliance Easter egg.
Stay: Four holiday cottages available including an apartment on the first and second floors, sleeping 8 within Greenway House
