Easter holidays in Kent - seven suggestions for you

by Ellis Stephenson

It's finally the end of term!

And if you're already looking for things to keep the kids amused. We have you covered.

Here are seven ways you could spend the first few days of your Easter school holidays:

Easy Sunday Art Class, Turner Contemporary

Sunday, April 2

The Margate gallery is hosting an arts and crafts day at the weekend. Youngsters can expect to be inspired by the bright colours and culture of South America as they get wrapped up and inspired in fabric, threads and recycled material.

There's more information here.

The Smurfs

In cinemas from Friday, March 31

Just in time for Easter The Smurfs are back with a brand new movie.

The much-loved characters Smurfette, Brainy, Clumsy and Hefty return in a film where the lead character assembles the team to journey through the Forbidden Forest in search of a secret lost village.

Find out more on the Cineworld, Odeon and Vue websites.

Heritage Transport Show, Kent Showground, Detling

Saturday, April 1

If you fancy a bit of nostalgia then this is the place to be.

The Kent Showground is hosting this annual event where vehicle enthusiasts get together to relive the by-gone era of motoring.

There's more about it here.

Easter eggs will be there for the taking at many hunts around the county

Easter Egg Hunt, Ashford Town Centre

Friday, March 31 until Friday, April 14

The Ashford Lions Clubs has organised an Easter Egg Hunt to run through the heart of the town.

The bunny can't wait to see youngsters turn out for the event where they have to guess where the fury friend has been from the selfies he's taken.

Click here for more.

Bewl Water

Saturday, April 1 to Easter Monday

As part of the spring festivities the crew at Bewl Water are putting together a fun and family-friendly Easter Egg Hunt.

Children will be able to hire bikes and spend hours in the play area as part of their visit.

Visit www.bewlwater.co.uk for more.

Art Workshop, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, Gillingham

From Monday, April 3

Youngsters can decorate cards, flower pots for spring blooms and much, much more with creative classes at the shopping centre.

Find out more on the shopping centre's website.

Plenty of egg-related fun to be had during the holidays

Eggcase Hunt, Margate Main Sands

Tuesday, April 4

Margate Main Sands will be awash with shark egg cases next week.

Children are invited to create a marine art masterpiece on the beach. The hunt lasts for 45 minutes with another 45 minutes of art time. Particularly suitable for those aged four to 11. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Click here to find out more.