Easter 2025 in Shepton Mallet, Wells, Glastonbury, and Street offers a variety of events and activities suitable for all ages.

Here's a comprehensive guide to help you plan your celebrations:​

Shepton Mallet:

• Easter Activities at Shepton Mallet Prison (April 5th – April 21st): Experience a unique Easter adventure at Shepton Mallet Prison. Children can participate in an Easter Egg Hunt, equipped with an activity sheet to uncover giant eggs hidden throughout the prison. Each egg contains a letter, and solving the puzzle leads to a chocolate prize. For more details, click here.
• Easter Egg Hunt at Collett Park (April 19th): Join the community at Collett Park for a fun-filled day featuring a free Easter Egg Hunt around the park, lamb and other animal petting, and an Easter Bonnet Parade with prizes to be won. Bring your own Easter bonnet to participate. More information here.
• Family Easter Trail at Wraxall Vineyard (April 13th): Located near Shepton Mallet, Wraxall Vineyard offers an Easter trail through the vineyard. Children can follow the trail and receive a chocolate prize at the end. Food from the Slow Farming Co. will be available throughout the afternoon, and the wine bar will be open for adults. More details here.
• An Easter Egg Hunt will be running at Somerset Coalfield Life at Radstock Museum throughout the school holidays, from Saturday 5 April to Easter Monday 21 April. The trail is included free with admission, and every child who takes part will receive a small free prize. Usual entry prices and opening times apply – visit www.radstockmuseum.co.uk for details.

Wells:

• Easter Holiday Trail and Falconry Event at The Bishop's Palace (April 5th – April 21st): Explore the 14 acres of gardens at The Bishop's Palace, including the Dragon's Lair Family Play Area. Collect a trail from the entrance gate and search for twelve spring-themed pictures hidden throughout the grounds. Complete the trail to win a small prize. Special events include family crafting, a medieval falconry event, and more. For a detailed schedule, click here.
• Easter Egg Hunt at The Bishop's Palace (April 18th – 20th): Enjoy an Easter Egg Hunt in the beautiful gardens of The Bishop's Palace. More information here.
• Big Easter Event at Wookey Hole Caves (April 5th – April 21st): Join the Easter egg hunt around the park at Wookey Hole Caves. Every child will receive an Easter treat. The event features three circus shows a day, adventure golf, a 4D cinema, and the caves to explore.
• Wells Cathedral is running free Easter trails and crafts for children and families on 7, 9 and 11 April – drop in any time between 10.30am and 3.30pm with no need to book. Activities are included with adult admission: www.wellscathedral.org.uk/visit/families

Glastonbury:

• Easter Events at Somerset Rural Life Museum (April 5th – April 27th): The museum offers a schedule of Easter activities for children, including an egg hunt, arts and crafts, and opportunities to meet bunnies and other animals. Specific events include decorating plant pots, donkey rides, Easter bonnet making, and more.
• Glastonbury Dragons May Fayre and Procession (May 4th): Experience the legendary 'battle of the season' between the red Dragon of Summer and the white Dragon of Winter. The event features a procession, live music, and family-friendly activities.
• Hop along to Glastonbury Wedding & Events Venue this Easter for a family-friendly trail with the Easter Bunny, animals, a bunny train, and chocolatey rewards. Tickets are £8 per person and must be booked in advance – see the poster for details.

Street:

• Clarks Village Easter Egg Hunt (April 19th – 20th): Participate in an Easter Egg Hunt around the outlet shopping centre, where children can follow clues, find hidden eggs, and enjoy sweet treats. For more information, visit the Clarks Village website.​

Church Services:

As Easter 2025 approaches, the communities of Street, Glastonbury, Wells, and Shepton Mallet are preparing a variety of church services to commemorate this significant season. Here's an overview of the scheduled services:​

Glastonbury:

• St John's Church:
• Palm Sunday (13th April):
• 8:00 am: Holy Communion
• 9:45 am: Palm Sunday Procession
• 10:00 am: Sung Eucharist
• Holy Week:
• Tuesday (15th April): 10:30 am Holy Communion
• Maundy Thursday (17th April): 7:30 pm Communion & Vigil
• Good Friday (18th April): 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Quiet Meditation; 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm The Last Hour
• Easter Eve (Saturday, 19th April): 8:00 pm Easter Vigil
• Easter Day (20th April): 10:00 am Benefice Sung Eucharist
• For more details, visit St John's Church Services.
• The Shrine of Our Lady of Glastonbury:
• Holy Week and Easter Services: Detailed schedules are available on their website. For the most current information, please refer to The Shrine of Our Lady of Glastonbury.

Shepton Mallet:

• St Peter and St Paul Church:
• Easter Services: For information on Holy Week and Easter services, please contact the church office directly or visit their official website.

Wells:

• Wells Cathedral:
• Easter Services: Wells Cathedral hosts a series of services throughout Holy Week and Easter.
• St Cuthbert's Church:
• Easter Services: For information on Easter services, please refer to their official communications or contact the church directly.

Street:

• Holy Trinity Church:
• Easter Services: For details on Easter services, please visit the church's official website or contact the parish office.
• Please note that service times and events are subject to change. It's advisable to confirm details with the respective churches closer to Easter.

General Easter Activities Across Somerset:

• Outdoor Adventures: With a mild spring, Easter is the ideal time to explore Somerset's scenic countryside. Visit places like Mendip Hills or Cheddar Gorge for hiking, picnicking, and family-friendly outdoor fun.
• Crafts and Community Events: Several local markets and community events will also take place, including Easter-themed craft fairs and pop-up stalls showcasing local artisans.