Easter holiday fun

Week 1 (Saturday 28 March - Sunday 5 April)

Colourful stripes with the words Easter fun and the photograph of a brown rabbit
Easter fun

SEND-specific activities

Our Space Easter family sessions

  • Our Space, The Brook Centre, Stanier Street, Newcastle, ST5 2SU
  • Wednesday 1 April, 1:30 - 4pm - family session for all ages
  • Thursday 2 April, 10am - 12:30pm - family session for children with SEND age 7 and under (plus siblings)
  • Our Space say, "We have a large, secure outdoor space and a range of specialist trikes to suit all ages. We have indoor play areas, including a soft play area. Our family sessions give the opportunity for children and young people with SEND to come along with parents/carers and siblings to enjoy our facilities together.
  • Please contact office@ourspacestaffs.org.uk to book your places. Places can also be booked through Stoke Aiming High - Our Space Holiday Family Sessions with Our Space (Staffs) Ltd · Eequ
  • Please contact Our Space – office@ourspacestaffs.org.uk for costs and payment details

SEND family swim sessions at Fenton Manor (all ages) - *new date added* 

  • Fenton Manor, City Road, Fenton, ST4 2RR
  • Wednesday 1 April - 12 - 2pm
  • Saturday 4 April - 5:45 – 6:45pm
  • Held in our warm teaching pool (maximum depth 1m), these sessions provide a safe, calm, and welcoming space for swimmers of all abilities.
  • Tel 01782 233 222 to book a place

SEND Youth club (ages 12-24)

  • Bentilee Neighbourhood Centre, Dawlish Drive, Bentilee, ST2 0EU
  • Tuesday 31 March, 6:45pm - 8:45pm
  • Meet other young people and make friends while you enjoy activities like playing pool, board games and arts and crafts.
  • For more information email alan.mason@stoke.gov.uk or call 07717 714 299
  • Free

SEND Youth club (ages 12-24)

  • Chell Heath Family Hub, Bishop Rd, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 6QW
  • Wednesday 1 April, 6:45pm - 8:45pm
  • Meet other young people and make friends while you enjoy activities like playing pool, board games and arts and crafts.
  • For more information email alan.mason@stoke.gov.uk or call 07717 714 299
  • Free

Indi in the Community (age 16+) - Brews, boardgames and bingo

  • Clayton Sports Centre, 1 Stafford Ave, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 3BN
  • Tuesday 31 March, 1pm - 3pm
  • An inclusive weekly social group for adults with disabilities to connect, have fun and enhance their wellbeing. From art and music sessions to sports and nature walks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
  • From ages 14-16+ but to access independently you need to be over 18 and independent with all personal care needs
  • For more information, contact bookings@projectindi.org.uk or tel 01782 212 000
  • Book online here: Project Indi
  • £5 per person

CPTeens Chit and Chat (age 14-25)

  • Online
  • Wednesday 1 April, 5-6pm
  • Informal and fun social meets online. Chat away from the comfort of your sofa! For young people with Cerebral Palsy / physical disabilities.
  • For more information and to book, please visit the website: Chit & Chat | CP Teens UK

Online Audio Book Club for blind and partially sighted young people (ages 10 - 25)

  • Monday 30 March, 5-6pm
  • Thursday 2 April, 5-6pm
  • To find out more and book a place, visit Activities and events – Royal Society for Blind Children
  • The Royal Society for Blind Children say, "These sessions are for anyone from ages 10 to 25 with a vision impairment, who loves stories and tales, and wants to meet like-minded peers!"
  • Free

Indi Club day time activities (age 16+)

  • Ralph Dr, Stoke-on-Trent ST1 6HZ
  • Monday 30 March - AM Arts and crafts with Clare / PM The Indi Fitness Club
  • Tuesday 31 March - AM Cook and eat with Tom / PM The Indi Gardening Club with Kate
  • Wednesday 1 April - AM Easter crafts session / PM Dance session with ABSOD
  • From ages 14-16+ but to access independently you need to be over 18 and independent with all personal care needs.
  • To find out more information, contact bookings@projectindi.org.uk or tel 07709 716 293 or 01782 212 000
  • To book visit: Project Indi
  • Cost: £11 for half day session, £20 for full day session, carers go free

Together Thursday with Indi Club - Disco night with DJ Ross

  • Ralph Dr, Stoke-on-Trent ST1 6HZ
  • Thursday 2 April, 4:30pm - 8:30pm
  • An inclusive and welcoming weekly social night where you can connect, have fun, and experience new and exciting activities.
  • From ages 14-16+ but to access independently you need to be over 18 and independent with all personal care needs
  • For more information, contact bookings@projectindi.org.uk or tel 07709 716 293 or 01782 212 000
  • Book online here: Project Indi
  • £5 per person

Other activities you may enjoy:

These activities are not SEND-specific. All information is provided by the organisers. Please do contact them to find out any further details that are important for your family.

Spring fun with Family Hubs (ages 0-12)

  • Monday 30 March, 1-3pm - Blurton Family Hub, Finstock Avenu, ST3 3JU
  • Wednesday 1 April, 1-3pm - Chell Heath Family Hub, Bishops Road, ST6 6QW
  • Thursday 2 April, 1-3pm - Bentilee Family Hub, Dawlish Drive, ST6 6QW
  • Crafts, games and lots of fun for children and families
  • For updates see Facebook
  • Free, no need to book.

Stay and play with Family Hubs (ages 0-5)

  • Monday 30 March, 10am - 12pm - Abbey Hulton Family Hub, Abbots Road, ST2 8DU
  • Tuesday 31 March, 1-3pm - Hanley Market Family Hub, Potteries Shopping Centre basement, ST1 1PP
  • Wednesday 1 April, 10am - 12pm - Normacot Family Hub, Buccleuch Road, ST3 4RF
  • Come along to play, explore, and have a happy time together!
  • For updates see Facebook
  • Free, no need to book.

Family Hubs Sensory Rooms

  • Abbey Hulton Family Hub, 71 Abbots Rd, ST2 8DU - telephone 01782 237 100
  • Blurton Family Hub, Finstock Avenue, ST3 3JU - telephone 01782 234 815 to book 
  • Chell Heath Family Hub, Bishop Road, ST6 6QW - telephone 01782 2320 977 to book
  • Normacot Family Hub, Buccleuch Road, ST3 4RF -  telephone 01782 237 500 to book
  • Shelton Family Hub, College Road, ST4 2DQ -  telephone 01782 237 100 to book
  • Suitable for any age and can be therapeutic for people with a wide range of different needs.
  • Must be booked in advance, Bookings are for one-hour slots.
  • FREE

Big Cup play sessions (ages 0-8)

  • Monday 30 March - 9:30 - 11:30 am - Bentilee Family Hub, ST2 0HW
  • Monday 30 March - 1-3 pm - Meir Education Centre ST3 7DY 
  • Wednesday 1 April - 9:30-11:30am - Norton Community Church, ST6 8JW
  • Thursday 2 April - 9:30-11:30 - Normacot Family Hub, ST3 4RF
  • Easter crafts, games and fun. 
  • Good to know: venues are wheelchair accessible with wheelchair-accessible toilet facilities. Alice Charity say, "We make our activities accessible for all and will always adapt them where needed."
  • For more information please contact Alice Charity, 01782 614838 or info@alicecharity.org
  • Free activity - no need to book

Easter egg hunt and steam train rides - Apedale Valley Light Railway (all ages)

  • Loomer Rd, Chesterton, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 7LB
  • Saturday 4 April - Monday 6 April, 11:30 am - 4 pm
  • Passengers board the train and look out for the easter eggs along the train journey. They solve a simple puzzle and win a prize.
  • No need to book, just turn up and ride. Call 0845 094 1953 for more information or see Easter Egg HuntApedale Valley Light Railway Suitable for all ages.
  • They are pleased to welcome visitors of all abilities, and their train can convey wheelchairs
  • Standard fares apply: return tickets: adult - £5, child £1. See Fares and Times | Apedale Valley Light Railway

Reaseheath Mini Zoo (activities from age 4+)

  • Reaseheath College, Nantwich, CW5 6DF
  • 10am - 4pm daily
  • Reaseheath say, "Reaseheath Mini Zoo is set in the scenic rural grounds of Reaseheath College. During your visit you will see species from around the world, why not catch a keeper talk to find out more about our collection. The zoo is used by students at the college in term time, and because of this we are only open to the public during school holidays and at weekends.There’s something for everyone at Reaseheath Mini Zoo, we hope you enjoy your visit!"
  • Good to know: venue is wheelchair accessible, there are wheelchair-accessible toilet facilities. Reaseheath Mini Zoo is fully inclusive. We have a quiet room available, sensory bags to borrow. More info on accessibility here: Accessibility - Reaseheath Zoo Quieter times are generally Saturday before 11am or after 2.30pm or Sunday before 11am. 
  • For further information please email Zoo@reaseheath.ac.uk or call 01270613222 (opt 1 for the zoo)
  • No need to book in advance, please note only card payments are accepted.
  • Cost: Adults £8, Children (4-15)/concessions £7, under 4s free, carers free with reasonable proof of disability (for further details see Opening times and prices) 

Easter trail @ Tittesworth Reservoir

  • Meerbrook, Leek, ST13 8SW
  • Saturday 28 March - Sunday 12 April, 10am - 4pm
  • The Easter Bunny has hidden a trail of eggs and they need your help finding them!
  • Tittesworth have an accessible playground they describe as suitable for 2-15 year olds. There is a sandpit and an area for den building. There are disabled toilets.The trail is accessible and pushchair friendly.
  • Call 01538 300 188 for more information or visit Easter Trail | Tittesworth events | Tittesworth Water | Our Visitor Sites | Severn Trent Water
  • £4 for the trail

Cosmic Kids - crafts in space (age 6+)

  • Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley, ST1 4HG
  • Monday 30 March, 11am - Futuristic travel
  • MAC say: “Our workshops can support those who have special educational needs and can be adapted to wheelchair users. Please let us know in advance so we can plan for it. Communication support can be provided for children and parents with hearing impariment - please email to arrange”.
  • Pop into the event on Monday 16 Feb for free soup and a sandwich.
  • Book at place by calling 01782 409 307. More information from education@mitchellartscentre.co.uk and Mitchell Arts Centre
  • £5 - ticket admits 1 child to create 1 piece, with 1 observing adult.

Claynauts (age 7+) - in partnership with HSL Pottery

  • Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley, ST1 4HG
  • Tuesday 31 March, 11am
  • Wednesday 1 April, 11am
  • MAC say: “An immersive clay-play adventure where kids solve missions with their hands and take home their creations."
  • "Our workshops can support those who have special educational needs and can be adapted to wheelchair users. Please let us know in advance so we can plan for it. Communication support can be provided for children and parents with hearing impariment - please email to arrange”.
  • Book at place by calling 01782 409 307. More information from education@mitchellartscentre.co.uk and Mitchell Arts Centre
  • £5 - ticket admits one adult and one child with one fired piece of clay.

Hanley Park: Easter Trail and Creature Hunt

  • Hanley Park, Cleveland Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 4DX
  • Tuesday 31 March, 10:15 - 11 am
  • Follow the trail, collect clues, and claim your Easter egg (first come, first served). No booking is needed for the trail. You can also enjoy Easter crafts in the community hub.
  • Trent Rivers Trust will be running nature activities, including pond dipping, exploring water creatures, and learning about how to care for rivers and the Trent Valley Way.
  • Pond dipping must be booked in advance: Hanley Park: Easter Trail and Creature Hunt Tickets, Tuesday, Mar 31 from 10:15 am to 11 am | Eventbrite
  • Free event

Make and Bake session - Fluffy Sheep Cards & Easter Bunny cards

  • Spitfire Cafe Bar, Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley, ST1 4HG
  • Wednesday 1 April, 11am
  • A free, self-led, drop-in session at the Spitfire Cafe bar that allows children to create their own items around a variety of themes.
  • More information from education@mitchellartscentre.co.uk and Mitchell Arts Centre
  • All ages welcome
  • FREE

Bee Active sports holiday clubs

  • Running at a variety of locations across and around Stoke-on-Trent  including Ash Green Primary Academy and Meir Heath Academy
  • Monday 30 March - Thursday 2 April
  • Sports Holiday Clubs promote healthy lifestyle choices and will improve children’s skills and knowledge of many different sports and activities.
  • Good to know: "We aim to make all of our services as inclusive as possible. At the point of creating your account you will be prompted to enter any medical or behavioural information that our team would need to be aware of that may affect participation. Any information provided here will be instantly available to the coaching team on site" Please see further information FAQs - Bee Active
  • To book: Bee Active
  • Cost: full day, 9:30am - 3:30pm: £28.52 (half sessions and wraparound sessions are available)

Terra Tuesdays at Vellichor Books

  • 11-12 Piccadilly Arcade, Hanley, ST1 1DL
  • Tuesday, 31 March, 5pm - 9pm
  • The place to play, paint and meet like-minded Warhammer fans.
  • Please contact Vellichor Books for further details vellichorbooks@outlook.com or 07538 322 271.
  • Please note that wheelchair access is unfortunately limited.
  • £5 per person, places must be booked in advance.

Games Knights at Vellichor Books

  • 11-12 Piccadilly Arcade, Hanley, ST1 1DL
  • Wednesday 1 April, 5pm - 9pm
  • Delve into a world of fantasy with Dungeons and Dragons, or the never ending war in Warhammer 40K. There is also a host of other tabletop games to enjoy.
  • Please contact Vellichor Books for further details vellichorbooks@outlook.com or 07538 322 271.
  • Please note that wheelchair access is unfortunately limited.
  • £5 per person, places must be booked in advance.

Dinosaur fun at Affinity Talke

  • Affinity Staffordshire, Talke, ST7 1XD
  • Friday 3 April - Fossil Day Adventure
    • Showtimes: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2:30pm
    • At 3:30pm - watch out! The dinosaur is let loose to roam the centre for an unforgettable encouter!
  • Affinity say, "Step back in time and uncover the secrets of the prehistoric world! Budding explorers can get hands on with fossil digging and fossil rubbing, discovering what life was like millions of years ago and taking the very own genuine fossil home. Don’t miss our live dinosaur shows, where our expert ranger and a roaring dinosaur bring fascinating facts to life, plus there are fun freebies to take home!"
  • Free event, no need to book, for more info: What's On Blog | Affinity Staffs

Easter Play and Read by Thrive at Five (ages 0-5)

  • Breathe New Life Church, Leek Road, Abbey Hulton, ST2 8BY
  • Tuesday 31 March, 11am – 2pm
  • This Easter half term join Thrive at Five and local partners and organisations at Easter play and Read, an event for families with children aged 0–5. Come along for: 
    • Storytelling
    • Singing and rhymes
    • Play and activities linked to the story
    • Time for families to learn simple ideas to support their child’s development at home
  • Book your places online at Easter Play and Read - 31st March at Breathe New Life Church
  • For more information about the venue, visit their website: www.breathenewlife.church
  • For those aged 0-5 and their families
  • Free

Meet the Easter bunnies / create a clay bunny at Gladstone Pottery Museum

  • Uttoxeter Rd, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent ST3 1PQ
  • Wednesday 1 April, 11am - 3pm
  • Hop over to Gladstone Pottery Museum and have a go at making your very own clay bunny to take home. Come and meet our larger than life Easter Bunnies, Benji and Honey Bunny. Join them as they search for some Easter eggs and see if they will give you one from their basket.
  • Drop in 11:00-12:30 & 1:30-3:00
  • Recommended age 7 years onwards.
  • £3.50 + normal admission charges. Adults: £8.75,  Children: £6.10 (4 – 16 years inclusive) Concessions: £7.10 (Students and over 65's) Family Ticket: £26 (2 adults, 2 children)