Easter is just around the corner! We've gathered foodie experiences, recipes, virtual events and more to put a spring in your step this Easter weekend...

Order an Easter picnic basket from Darts Farm

Whether you're searching for the picture-perfect picnic spot in Exeter or getting your garden furniture back out of the shed... Darts Farm have the most delightful foodie hampers to mark the occasion! Check out their website for:

Reserve your succulent Easter Sunday meat from Ben's Farm Shop

Looking for the freshest ingredients for your Easter Sunday roast? Take a look at Ben's Farm Shop's online store for everything you need for a delicious sit-down meal from the meat, the veg, the drink, to your after-dinner treats! Click here to start adding items to your basket for collection.

Take an Exetercation

Planning a very chilled, laid-back Easter this year? Check out our Exetercation: Easter edition for scrumptious recipes and exciting activities to give a go at home! 

Experience Easter in Topsham

When it's time to pop out for a walk or picnic for some fresh air this Easter weekend - head to Topsham for gorgeous views, takeaways plus Easter egg trails and activities! Visit their website to find out more and plan your visit. 

Attend a virtual Easter event at Exeter Cathedral

The former Archbishop of Canterbury, theologian, author and poet Rowan Williams will host an online event with Exeter Cathedral this second Sunday of Easter. Expect a Q&A with Rowan, worship and Easter-themed conversations. Click here to book your place onto the 'Ressurrection Now' event. 

Feast with a Quicke's Cheese box

Cheese lovers prepare yourselves - you can order selection boxes of cheese straight to your door from Quicke's! The farm in Newton St Cyres has also put together a special Spring Feasting Box filled with goodies to enjoy inbetween your Easter Sunday roast and hot cross buns, or whenever you'd like! Check out their website for other Easter-themed boxes including drinks for cheese and pairings for cheese. Psst - Quicke's Cheese also has a Cheddar Hot Cross Bun recipe!

Drool over Roly's Hot Cross Bun Fudge

Roly's Fudge have created the perfect Easter treat - hot cross bun fudge! (Yes you read that correctly.) This special fudge is filled with sultanas and light spices, our mouths are watering just thinking about it! Order your 300g or 600g bag here.

Take part in RAMM's Sensational Seeds event

Get creative at home this Easter with Royal Albert Memorial Museum's Sensational Seeds activities! From 2nd-18th April, check out RAMM's social media channels for 'how to' videos, describing how to create three exciting seed projects! Click here for more information.

Gorgeous Easter gift ideas from Exeter

Looking for something a little different to gift a loved one? Support a local business this spring and purchase an Easter gift from one of our fantastic independent stores - pick the perfect piece of jewellery from Polkadot Gallery or Erin Cox, order a one-of-a-kind bag from Sails and Canvas or choose a beautiful homeware gift from Georgie and Flo. Alternatively, give them the gift of choice with an InExeter gift card, allowing them to browse and choose their own present once we're allowed to shop til' we drop again!

Visit Princesshay's Easter Treats page, for gift ideas for the entire family! Explore Lush's indulgent Easter range, purchase a lavish, relaxing gift from L'Occatine or set up your very own DIY Easter garden from Joules! 

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