Your guide to the Easter Bank Holiday weekend in and around Exeter

The Bank Holiday weekend is nearly upon us and there’s plenty of fun things to see and do in and around Exeter. From live comedy and family-friendly Easter fun to colourful festivals and live sea shanty singing - there’s a lively event with your name on it. Enjoy!

1. COMEDY 

CHRIS MCCAUSLAND (3 April)

The stand-up comedian, winner of Strictly Come Dancing, and memorable guest on Would I Lie to You? and Have I Got News for You, will be at Exeter Northcott Theatre this Friday at 8pm. There are not many tickets left, so get a wriggle on if you fancy going.

2. FAMILY 

EASTER EGG HUNT (4 April)

Head to the Double Locks pub on Easter Sunday from midday onwards, where the Easter Bunny will be hiding chocolate eggs all over the garden. The pub will be open throughout the weekend if you fancy dropping by for a pint or meal. There’s plenty of outdoor seating by the Exeter Ship Canal, should we be blessed with clement weather.

3. FESTIVAL

TULIP FEST (3-19 April)

Step into a sea of colour at the Darts Farm Tulip Fest for a joyful celebration of 350,000 homegrown tulips. Visitors can head out into the fields to pick their own tulips, try some Dutch-style food and drink, toast marshmallows, and enjoy live music and more! This event is open on Easter Sunday. They are taking walk-ins, but it’s advised to book ahead. 10am–5pm.

4. EASTER FUN

EASTER WEEKEND AT GREENDALE FARM (4-6 April)

There’s plenty happening at Greendale Farm near Farringdon this Easter. On Saturday and Sunday, enjoy a special Easter market (10am–3pm) featuring local artisans and handmade crafts. 

On Monday 6 April, there will be an evening of live sea shanty singing! Expect a lively mix of traditional and modern tunes, plus fish and chips. 

Running throughout Easter (now until 19 April), the free Easter Egg Trail is perfect for little adventurers. Pick up a clue sheet from Oscar’s, follow the trail, and uncover a sweet reward at the end. The farm is open daily from 8am–10pm over the Easter holidays.

5. EXHIBITION 

OLLY WOODBURN: THE LIMITED COLLECTED (On now until 21 April)

Head to Custom House on Exeter Quay for this exhibition by Exeter Chiefs rugby player and photographer Olly Woodburn. Known for his creativity both on and off the pitch, Olly presents a compelling collection of images capturing movement, landscape, and the stories found in everyday moments. Olly's work, including limited edition prints and a coffee table book, will be available to purchase.