Your Family Photographer's Guide to Easter Fun in East-London
As a professional family photographer, I meet many East London families who have vast local knowledge. This means I usually have my finger on the pulse of family activities and events happening in our busy city. And it means I've been able to gather a brilliant list of Easter activities for families in London.
As the school breaks approach, I always keep an eye out for the activities I can enjoy in my own family life. I know you're going to find these events every bit as enjoyable as we do. That's why I've listed them here in one place, so grab a cuppa and let me help you plan your Easter activities.
Here’s a selection of the activities East London has to offer kids this Easter.
Discover Children’s Story Centre, Stratford
100 Story Hotel - opens April 2nd
Created with bestselling multi award-winning author and illustrator Rob Biddulph, this immersive world of play is suitable for children up to age 8.
I love seeing the children's faces at events like this - so many opportunities for lovely images. Opens April 2nd, but tickets are on sale now, find out more here https://discover.org.uk/event/story-hotel/.
Bow Arts, Bow, E3 - April 2nd
https://bowarts.org/nunnery/family-performance-how-can-we-tell-it
Come along to this spellbinding, interactive performance with local storytelling trio East3. They'll explore the importance of celebrating and sharing your language and culture through song, dance, stories, and folktales. This performance is interactive, inclusive, and open to children and families of all ages. There will also be small tasters available of food from some of East London’s many cultures. This is sure to be a colourful event filled with photo opportunities.
Kaizen Ryu Karate Do, E2 - Sat 2nd - Wed 5th April
If your children are aged 5-18 years old and are interested in Karate, Kaizen Ryu Karate Do are running a council-funded HAF Easter program. It's free for residents of the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and runs from Saturday 2nd April to Tuesday 5th April.
Join them for a guided experience involving self-defence, fitness, Japanese culture immersion activities and much more! Anyone aged 5-18yrs can join them for free at their Bethnal Green location; Haggerston School E2 8LS. Find out more along with how to book on their Facebook Page
Family Portrait Session with Your Family Photographer
I find the Easter holidays are the perfect time to update your family portraits. With work and school on the back burner, everyone has a little more time on their hands. Why not make the most of it by investing in family photography. I still have some availability for photo shoots in my studio on Cody Road, E16. If the weather is good this Easter, you might want to consider a location photo shoot. You can take a look at some of my family portrait galleries here.
Royal Museums Greenwich - Easter Activities - selected dates
This Easter holidays you’ll be spoilt for choice at The Royal Museums in Greenwich. Your family will love it here! Go on an Easter Egg Hunt, watch a show, make your own kite or visit their family-friendly festival celebrating black history and culture. Take a look at their Facebook page and website to find out more:
https://www.facebook.com/royalmuseumsgreenwich/posts/5150971964953589
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Mudchute Park & Farm, Isle of Dogs - Easter Activities - selected dates
There are lots of Easter activities for the whole family at Mudchute on April 5th, 6th, 7th & 12th, 13th, 14th from 9:30am - 1:30pm.
The day's schedule is packed with good stuff for little people and includes:
9:30 - 12:30 Fun & Games
12:30 - 1:30 Lunch, free for eligible children
Activities include Arts & Crafts, Young Farmers, Forest School, Cooking, Board Games, PlayStation, Film Shows & Free Play, so there's something for the whole family
Victoria Park, Grove Road, E3
Victoria Park is one of London's most visited outdoor spaces, and it's no wonder as you'll find acres of green space. There are also lots of activities for the whole family - take a picnic by the lake or just enjoy a ball game. Victoria Park is also perfect for a bike ride with the family. If any of you need to work on your cycle skills this next event is for you. Those living in Tower Hamlets can get 6 free places on the Family Cycle Training event this Easter. You can find out more here. It's also a beautiful park to take photographs in. You might find my top tips for taking outdoor photographs useful here.
Easter Activities Outside Of East London
If you want to venture a bit further out of East London for the day, you could catch the river ferry to Kew Gardens. This also gives you the perfect opportunity to do some sightseeing from the Thames before heading back home. You get a different perspective of the city from the river, so it's also a good opportunity to capture some great photos. You'll find the river ferry timetable here.
Kew Gardens, Richmond - The Very Hungry Caterpillar Trail - selected dates Sat 2 - Mon 18th April
Kew members can enjoy exclusive early access to the gardens to join The Very Hungry Caterpillar on an enchanting trail. This activity is based on Eric Carle’s much-loved children’s book. The gardens are beautiful at this time of year - you'll end up filling your camera roll with fabulous images! Find out more about this event here.
Capture Your Memories
No matter what you get up to this Easter school holidays, I hope you have the best time with your family. Take time to enjoy all East London has to offer you. Treasure the memories you make and be sure to take lots of photographs of your relaxed, happy moments. Finally, don't forget to print your images and display them at home - no one can enjoy your photography if it's trapped on your phone!
Can you recommend an activity or event?
I hope you love this list of events to help you have an amazing Easter break. I've curated the best Easter activities from the viewpoint of a professional family photographer. This means all of the Easter activities are in beautiful or interesting locations, or include opportunities for amazing snaps. I'd love to see any photographs you capture - if you post them on social media don't forget to tag me. @rockinghorsephotography.
However, if there’s something I’ve missed off my list, please do get in touch with the details, and I’ll keep this blog updated.
Sara x