Chocolate eggs, two weeks off school and bank holidays - Easter is undoubtedly one of the most exciting times of the year for kids.
Trying to fill a fortnight with activities to keep the whole family entertained can be tricky though, so we have put together a guide filled with family-friendly things to do and places to explore in Lancashire this Easter.
The county looks particularly beautiful during springtime, as daffodils pop up in green spaces, lambs start leaping in the fields, and our coast and countryside attractions open their doors again.
From egg rolling and Easter egg hunts to admiring striking sculptures or enjoying picnics on the beach, here are 17 fun things to do in Lancashire this Easter. Take a look at the gallery below.
13. Fairhaven Lake, Fylde Coast
Fairhaven Lake, located on the Fylde Coast, is a popular coastal saltwater lake and marine garden known for its boating, watersports, gardens, adventure golf, and birdwatching, offering stunning views over the Ribble Estuary. | Marketing Lancashire
14. St Annes Pier, St Annes
Explore St Annes Pier, in the attractive seafront surroundings of this quintessential British coastal resort, on a beautiful promenade. Photo: Adam - stock.adobe.com
15. Blackpool Zoo, Blackpool
See your favourite animals, including elephants, the red panda family, Western Lowland gorillas, the orangutans, the sea lions and many more at Blackpool Zoo. | Blackpool Zoo/Alison Allen
16. Farmer Ted’s Easter Eggstravaganza, Ormskirk
Farmer Ted’s Easter Eggstravaganza is running March 28 to April 12, with tons of Easter fun. Activities include seeing the spring animals, an Easter egg hunt and the chance to meet the Easter Bunny. | Bigc Studio via Stock Adobe
17. Lancaster Castle, Lancaster
Explore the courtrooms, dark prison cells and sombre sites of execution. Brace yourself for the tragic history of the Pendle Witches who were imprisoned, tried and sentenced to death at Lancaster Castle in 1612. Or, for the little ones, choose the teddy bear hunt or kids activity tours which run during school holidays throughout the year. Photo: The Duchy of Lancaster