7 things to do in Milton Keynes this spring

As we approach the Easter bank holiday weekend, can you believe we’re almost a quarter of the way through 2018 already?! To help you through the half term, we’ve put together some fresh ideas for family friendly days out across Milton Keynes.

Historic Easter!

A novel Easter Egg Hunt where everyone wins something! Held by MK Museum from 30 March – 2 April, the whole family can enjoy a tour of the historic site whilst searching for eggs that can be traded in for delicious chocolate! Visit the vintage Victorian farmhouse and take part in a fascinating air raid experience in the wartime garden, amongst lots more wholesome activities. Now in its summer opening hours, visitors are welcome from Wednesday-Sunday 11am-4:30pm. Plus, pay once to visit and then go free for the rest of the year!

Easter Endurance!

Looking for a spring activity that’s incredibly energetic, fun-filled and a little different? Well, give Zorb Wars at Willen Lake a go! Take on your family and friends at a series of fun challenges in amusing ‘body zorbs’, including Bubble Football, Bubble Bowling and Capture the Flag amongst many other challenging activities.

Adorable Easter!

Enjoy a sheep-tastic Easter Lambing day at Thrift Farm on Sunday 8 April! With over 100 sheep ready to give birth, informative talks will be held by the farmer, there’ll be a BBQ and hog roast, a bouncy castle, face painting, colouring corner, storytime and the chance to meet Thrifty the Mascot! Open 7 days a week, 9:30am-4pm, Thrift Farm has so much to see and do; oodles of family fun to be had this spring!

Eager Easter!

If your family are keen gamers or movie lovers, then head on down to the Milton Keynes Theatre District to Vertigo VR. Offering an exciting virtual reality entertainment centre, spend time playing classic arcade games or PC titles against your loved ones. Film buffs can explore the 5D Cinema that includes a moving platform of seats along with water, wind and smoke effects! With so much more to do, there’s even a fully licensed bar.

Easy-going Easter!

On 3 April the Intu Green Gym volunteer group will host free activities for children in the Fred Roche Gardens, found in central Milton Keynes. From 11.15am-2pm, take part in planting, nature walks and leaf mask making absolutely free of charge. Be sure to book in advance, by emailing emma.eteen@tcv.org.uk .

Energetic Easter!

Looking for a rush of adrenaline this spring? Then give Milton Keynes Formula Fast Indoor Karting a try! Boasting one of the biggest go-karting tracks in the UK, their race-spec fleet offer an exhilarating combination of raw power and excellent handling at your fingertips. With exclusive family sessions available, share an exciting motorsport experience with your youngsters this half term!

Epic Easter!

If you’re in the spring-cleaning mood and getting your home ready for the forthcoming summer months, get in touch with the Win-Dor team today. With everything you need to find the perfect spring/summer home improvement, from triple glazing to stylish aluminium windows, we look forward to hearing from you or meeting you at the showroom soon!