It might feel like the kids have only just gone back to school after February half term, but thoughts are already turning to the Easter break.
After a very short term, schools will break up for Easter by Thursday March 28, ahead of Good Friday on March 29.
And holidays on the horizon, many parents will now be starting think of ways to keep their little ones entertained for more than two weeks.
From feeding lambs and Easter crafts, to an array of Easter egg hunts, there is plenty to do in Northamptonshire no matter the age of your children or you budget.
Here are 22 things to do with kids in Northamptonshire over the 2024 Easter holidays.
9. Springtime at the Barn at Welford Christmas Tree Farm
From March 23 to April 3, there will be a huge array of Easter activities on at the farm, including an Easter egg hunt, a craft workshop, face painting, a guest appearance from Peter Rabbit and more. Booking is required for some of the activities. Visit the Welford Christmas Tree Farm website for more information and tickets. Photo: Facebook/Welford Christmas Tree Farm
10. Easter Eggstravaganza at West Lodge Farm
The Desborough farm has a host of activities on during the Easter holidays, including an egg hunt, the crafts, the chance to feed lambs and much more. Visit the West Lodge website to book tickets. Photo: West Lodge Farm
11. Spring at the Estate - Chester House
A spring hunt, family crafts, bottle feeding lambs and meeting the Easter bunny are on the cards at Chester House Estate close to Wellingborough. All of the activities are included in one ticket prize, which is £15 per child. Tickets can be booked on the Chester House website. Photo: Chester House
12. Easter activities and more at Stanwick Lakes
From March 30 to April 14, the park will host Easter pottery painting at its visitor centre and cafe. Pieces to paint range from £7 to £20 and the activity does not need pre-booking. Pottery pieces will be ready to collect within two weeks. Similarly, there will be Easter crafts on during the same period where children can make an origami chick or bunny, and a chick or rabbit rocker, for a small donation for supplies. Throughout the school holidays, there are also pond dipping and axe throwing session on offer with rangers. Visit the Stanwick Lakes website to find out more. On April 4, the park will also host a big Easter litter pick. Photo: Submitted