Get together in the school holidays with discounted days out, holidays, cinema tickets and more
With Easter fast approaching, keeping the kids entertained on a budget can be a challenge. Worried that you’ve left it too late to book some family-sized fun? Don’t panic – there are still plenty of deals out there.
With discounts on holiday parks, fun days out, games, and more, this school break can be filled with excitement thanks to the likes of Amazon, Wowcher, Haven and more. From half-price tickets to a last minute caravan holiday, there is no reason to be bored.
To help you enjoy Easter without overspending, we’ve rounded up the best budget-friendly deals for fun-filled family adventures.
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Easter Breaks for under £12 per night
Fancy a last minute staycation? With 38 holiday parks across the UK, family-favourite Haven is offering fantastic Easter holiday deals.
Enjoy a three-night coastal getaway from just £175, staying in a cosy caravan. Your stay includes access to swimming pools, on-site activities (some may have additional charges), arcade and entertainment venues, as well as restaurants and takeaways—perfect for making the most of your holiday.
One of the best-value deals we found is a £245 three-night break at Riviere Sands in Cornwall, arriving Friday, April 8, and departing Monday, April 14. For those skipping the pools and entertainment, a Haven Hideaway holiday starts at just £215 – that’s only £11.90 per guest, per night.
More budget-friendly Haven breaks are available across Somerset, Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and beyond.
Looking for other options? Parkdean Resorts is also offering a variety of two, three, and four-night Easter getaways in the UK, with prices starting from just £149.
Deals on days out
If you would rather fill the school holidays with lots of lovely days out, deal site Wowcher has some brilliant deals that can be used throughout April. From a sightseeing tour to theme park adventures, day trippers could save hundreds on their next adventure.
Some of our favourite deals for the Easter break include junior driving experiences from £16, bus tours of London from £9 per person and 77% off family tickets to Banham Zoo from just £19.
Other great cut price deals include:
Entertainment giant Merlin also has a range of family-friendly deals at some of the UK’s biggest attractions. Visitors can enjoy an overnight stay at LEGOLAND Windsor from £92 per person, and up to 50% off Alton Towers day passes and half price advance tickets for SEALIFE Centres around the UK.
If none of the above tickles your fancy, Virgin Experience Days also has some cracking Easter deals you can snap up today including £80 safari park family tickets, and up to 25% off a group visit to Chessington World of Adventures.
Have fun at home
For parents who need to work during the school holidays, or for those who would rather just stop at home, topping up the kids activities and toy collections is a great way to keep them entertained.
Amazon has tons of games and activities to choose from but if you would can’t wait for them to be delivered, Argos has up to a 1/3 off selected board games including family favourites like Articulate, Pictionary and Twister.
For outdoor adventures, Amazon also has great deals on kids’ bikes, scooters and even garden toys for when the sun finally starts to shine.