Posted: Thu 17th Apr 2014

What’s On In Wrexham (Easter Special!)

Wrexham.com for people living in or visiting the Wrexham area
This article is old - Published: Thursday, Apr 17th, 2014

It’s the Easter Holidays and at the time of writing this, there has been some glorious weather for us all to enjoy.

With the kids off for the next couple of weeks, we have compiled a list of child friendly events to help ease off any boredom.

 

Thursday 17th April

Easter Crafts

Enjoy unleashing your creative side? Then pop along andtry your hand at making some Easter cards and decorations. Suitable for children of all ages.

Venue: Wrexham County Borough Museum & Archives

Time: 11.00am – 3.00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Contact: Wrexham County Borough Museum and Archives on 01978 297460 or email [email protected]

 

Easter Bunny Trail

It wouldn’t be Easter without an Easter Bunny Trail. Meet at the Bandstand to begin the event. This event is suitable for all ages.

Venue: Bellevue Park

Time: 10.00am -12.00pm

Ticket Price: Donations to Friends of Bellevue Park

Contact: Bellevue Park on 01978 264150 or email [email protected]

 

Easter Treasure Trail

This fun-filled trail will take place around the Park. This event is suitable for all ages.

Venue: Acton Park

Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm

Ticket Price: Donations to the Friends of Acton Park

Contact: Acton Park on 01978 763140 or email [email protected]

 

Egg-citing Eggs

Get creative and try your hand at decorating a clay egg for Easter. This event is suitable for all ages.

Venue: Ty Mawr Country Park

Time: 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Ticket Price: £2.50

Contact: Ty Mawr Country Park on 01978 822780 or email [email protected]

 

Easter Mayhem

Join in the fun this Easter at the Wrexham Indoor Markets, meet the Easter Bunny plus lots of free activities throughout the day. Including Children’s Entertainer Fluffy Friends (animals) Craft activities Face Painting Easter Egg Hunt.

Venue: Wrexham Indoor Markets

Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Contact: Claire Luckock on 01978 292538 or email [email protected]

 

Saturday 19th April

Costumes!

Come along to Wrexham Museum to try on real life Fire Fighter and Police Officer uniforms. This event is suitable for all ages.

Venue: Wrexham County Borough Museum

Time: 10.30am – 2.30pm

Ticket Price: Free

Contact: Wrexham Museum on or email [email protected]

 

Monday 21st April

Easter ‘Hedgehog’ Trail

Have a keen interest in nature, or just curious to learn more? The Easter ‘Hedgehog’ Trail will teach more about our prickly friends. This event is suitable for all ages.

Venue: Ty Mawr Country Park

Time: 11.00am- 3.30pm

Ticket Price: £2.50

Contact: Ty Mawr Country Park on 01978 822780 or email [email protected]

 

Wednesday 23rd April

The Sandow Clowns All Laughter Show

This special Easter treat will showcase the best value, clean slapstick comedy in town, and it’s held in aid of Clic Sargent.
Hilarious comic sketches, juggling, balancing, stilt walking, comedy musical car, stage participations and lots of prizes! All profits covenant to CLIC Sargent national registered charity number 1107328. Over £24,000 donated on our tours

Venue: Wrexham Memorial Hall

Time: 11.30am and 2pm

Ticket Price: £3.50

Contact: Nancy Bratby on 079699 33236 

 

Costumes!

Come along to Wrexham Museum to try on real life Fire Fighter and Police Officer uniforms. This event is suitable for all ages.

Venue: Wrexham County Borough Museum

Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm

Ticket Price: Free

Contact: Wrexham Museum on or email [email protected]

 

Thursday 24th April

Free Water Polo

Join the pool’s qualified coaches to learn new skills and tactics! Children must be able to swim a minimum of 25 metres.  This is event is suitable for Ages 8+

Venue: Chirk Leisure & Activity Centre

Time: 11:00am-12:00pm

Ticket Price: Free with a Pure Card

Contact: Chirk Leisure & Activity Centre on 01691 778666 or email [email protected]

 

Design a Tile with Style

Inspired by the designs of JC Edwards, Acrefair, come along for the chance to design and paint your own tile. This event is suitable for all ages.

Venue: Bersham Heritage Centre

Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Contact: Wrexham County Borough Museum and Archives on 01978 297460 or email [email protected]

 

Sports and Games Sessions

This fun-filled event will provide you with plenty of great things to try out. Meet at the playground for lots of fun. This event is suitable for ages 8-12.

Venue: Bellevue Park

Time: 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Ticket Price: Free

Contact: Bellevue Park on 01978 264150 or email [email protected]

 

Friday 25th April

 

Junior Gym

Improve your fitness at one of the junior gym sessions. This is event is suitable for Ages 10-16

Venue: Chirk Leisure & Activity Centre

Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Ticket Price: £3.10 with a Pure Card

Contact: Chirk Leisure & Activity Centre on 01691 778666 or email [email protected]

 

Free Underwater Seascooters

Motorised fun in the pool and the perfect chance to race your friends. This event is suitable for under 16’s.

Venue: Waterworld Leisure & Activity Centre

Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Ticket Price: Free with a Pure Card

Contact: Waterworld Leisure & Activity on 01978 297300 or email [email protected]

 

Tots Time

Come along to Wrexham Museum for Tots Time! Tots Time is a relaxed and informal session for grown ups and their babies / toddlers to play, learn and have fun together. Lasting around 45 minutes the sessions include music, toys, and a craft activity themed on our collections. No need to book, just call in.

Venue: Wrexham Museum

Time: 11:00am – 11:45am

Ticket Price: £1

Contact: Wrexham Museum on 01978 297460 or email [email protected]

 

Saturday 26th April

Car boot and spring ‘recycling’ sale

Car Boot season is upon us, so why not have a spring clean (or a spring update!)Phone 01978 822780 to book in advance. This is supported by ‘Friends of Ty Mawr’

Venue: Ty Mawr Country Park

Time: 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Ticket Price: £5.00 cars

Contact: Ty Mawr Country Park on 01978 822780 or email [email protected]

 



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