Easter is the perfect time for the family to take a well-deserved break. In Cork there is plenty to keep the whole family entertained throughout your break.
Easter Egg Hunts
Nothing sums up Easter better than an Easter Egg hunt. You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing one to go to while in Cork. Here is a selection of our favourite ones:
Leahy’s Open Farm
Located in Dungourney, Midleton, Leahy’s Open Farm is located a short 30-minute drive from Clayton Hotel Silver Springs. Every Easter the Farm comes alive with an Easter hunt and trailer ride through the forest. The Easter Bunny will be busy throughout the Easter weekend continuously dropping easter eggs in the barn. There will be a competition to win a free return trip to Leahy’s Open Farm. There is something for all ages with an egg and spoon race for Mum and Dad, an egg tossing competition for the teenagers and a welly throwing for the small ones. Find out more about Easter at Leahy’s Open Farm, here.
Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens
The regency style Fota House and its grounds are the perfect place to celebrate Easter with all the family. Every Easter the grounds of Fota House is a hive of activity, an interactive kid’s camp is what awaits your little ones with lots of fairies and Easter fun, including dancing, games and theatre. Every child gets their own fairy wings, magic wand and Easter headpiece, sweet treats and refreshments. While the children are having fun, the adults can enjoy the grounds or a coffee in Bakestone Café. To find out more visit the Fota House, Arboretum and Gardens website.
Cork City Gaol
Cork’s former jail, Cork City Gaol, becomes a children’s paradise on Easter Sunday with its Easter Egg hunt. All children who take part will be given a map of the Gaol and must find all the hidden eggs; you could win a prize. To find out more visit Cork City Gaol website.
Family Fun Filled Days
Fota Wildlife Park
Fota Wild Life Park is a great day out in Cork, the 100-acre wildlife park is one of the leading tourist attractions in Ireland. It is home to thousands of animals and where possible animals are allowed to roam freely, allowing you to get up close and personal to some of the animals.
Be sure to check out our adopted Cheetah “Lightening Bolt” during your visit. It is part of our commitment towards conservation efforts & doing our part in taking care of the animals at this wonderful leading conservation attraction in Cork.
Cobh & Spike Island
The seaside town of Cobh is a historical town whether you are interested in the Irish emigration story or the connection of the town with the journey of the ill-fated Titanic – check out the Cobh Heritage Centre and the Titanic Experience in Cobh.
While in Cobh, you can then go on a ferry ride across the harbour to Europe’s leading tourist attraction Spike Island. The island once was the world’s largest prison, but today you can explore its museums and exhibitions, its picturesque walks, and enjoy a coffee in their café.
For more inspiration check out some of our Day trips less than one hour from Cork or Best family days out in Cork posts.
Stay in a Family Friendly Hotel
When you stay in Clayton Hotel Silver Springs, this Easter, you and your family will have the perfect Easter getaway. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt for all the children staying in the hotel. Our outdoor playground is the perfect place to run off some extra energy with a slide, climbing frame, seesaw, rocker and hopscotch.
We offer a range of great family dining options with panoramic views over the River Lee. Sit back and watch the world go by while enjoying a tasty family meal in our Gallery Restaurant or Tivoli Bar. Enjoy a variety of dishes prepared by our team of chefs, perfect for the special Easter family meal.
So why not make this Easter memorable and enjoy the Easter weekend in one of our stylish and comfortable Family rooms with breakfast and a two-course dinner for the family plus a chocolate surprise for your little Easter Bunnies on arrival.For more information and availability please contact us on +353 21 450 7533 or email reservations.silversprings@claytonhotels.com or click below to check out our Spring offers.