As the school holidays start next Monday, there’s every excuse to lighten up this weekend and get in the mood for some holiday fun.
The countdown to Good Friday is on, and we’ve come up with a guide to events and activities taking place in the Mansfield, Ashfield and wider area over the next few days.
It’s a busy weekend in Mansfield, with an exciting ‘Superheroes And Princesses’ event on the Market Place and the latest Mansfield Mind Body Spirit Show, which has proved so popular that it is sold out.
It’s also the start of an exhibition about the old Granada cinema and music venue at Mansfield Museum, which hosts a makers’ market too. Close by, at the Palace Theatre, shows feature rock ‘n’ roll music from the 50s and 60s, and also Irish music and comedy.
For the kids, Easter is the theme at various venues, with egg hunts, art activities, storytelling workshops and even a chance to have breakfast with the Easter bunny.
Before you set off, please check the websites of the individual websites for opening times and admission prices.
Have a great eve-of-Easter weekend!
9. Keeping the kids busy
Mansfield Museum is promising to keep the kids busy during the Easter school holidays. For it is hosting free Art Beat! sessions on most days between 10 am and 12 midday, beginning next Tuesday when youngsters are shown how to make a coral reef out of an egg box. Next Wednesday, they can make sea creatures out of a loo roll. Photo: Submitted
10. Easter adventure trail
Treat the family to a world of adventure on an Easter trail at The Workhouse and Infirmary at Southwell. Don your Easter bunny ears and make your way along the trail to find Easter eggs and nature-inspired activities. The event takes place at the museum from this Saturday until Sunday, April 16 from 10.30 am to 3 pm. Photo: Submitted
11. Celebration of Irish culture
Veteran actor Ricky Tomlinson stars in a Mansfield Palace Theatre show tomorrow (Thursday) night that is a celebration of Irish culture, from the music to the comedy. 'Irish Annie's' features a live five-piece band, Shenanigans, who mix original tracks with favourite Irish tunes such as 'Danny Boy', 'Dirty Old Town' and 'Whiskey In The Jar'. A story focuses on landlady Annie and her regular madcap customers. Photo: Submitted
12. Easter exploration of castle
Head to Bolsover Castle for a cracking adventure quest this Easter holiday. You can explore the castle and grounds to hunt for clues and challenges, and also discover traditional Easter games, such as egg-rolling and the egg and spoon race. Track down Easter eggs and you will be rewarded with a tasty chocolate treat from event partner, Love Cocoa. The quest starts on Saturday and runs every day until Sunday, April 16 (10 am to 5 pm). Photo: Submitted