Easter Fun in Retford – What’s On This Spring!
Looking for things to do this Easter in Retford? Whether you’re keeping the little ones entertained, planning a family day out, or just fancy something a bit different, we’ve rounded up the best local events and offers happening over the holidays.
🎭 The Frog Prince – A Pantomime with a Twist at The Majestic Theatre
Wednesday 16th April • 2:00pm
Get ready for songs, slapstick and fairytale fun! TaleGate Theatre Productions are bringing The Frog Prince to Retford — and this Mardi Gras-themed panto promises plenty of laughs for all ages.
🐸 A fresh take on a classic fairytale
🎶 Live music, audience participation, and plenty of silliness
📍 The Majestic Theatre, Retford
🎟️ Book your tickets online or ring the box office: 01777 706866
🥚 The Great Retford Easter Egg Hunt
Running throughout the Easter break
Fancy a fun (and free!) Easter activity for the family? The Retford Easter Egg Hunt is on! With prizes up for grabs and a Cadbury's Creme Egg for the first 30 completed entries, it’s a brilliant way to explore the town centre.
🗺️ Follow the clues across Retford
🍫 Sponsored by Penningtons Electrical
📲 Full details here
🍽️ Easter Sunday Carvery at Whitehouses – Kids Eat FREE!
Sunday 20th April
Make your Easter Sunday extra special with a proper roast at Whitehouses. Expect tender meats, golden roast potatoes and all the classic trimmings — and kids eat free with every adult meal.
🥩 Traditional Sunday carvery
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly offer
📞 Call 01777 811330 to book your table
☀️ Easter Midweek Specials at The Sun Inn
Reopening Wednesday 9th April
After a short Easter break, The Sun Inn is back open and celebrating with some great offers. With fresh spring dishes, frozen cocktails, and meals for the kids from just £1, it’s a midweek treat you don’t want to miss!
🍹 Frozen strawberry daiquiris
🥗 Light bites and salad specials
🕔 Happy Hour from 5–6pm
📍 Book online here
📣 Know of Another Local Easter Event?
If there’s something happening in Retford this Easter and it’s not on our list — let us know! Send us a message or tag us using #RetfordEaster and we’ll do our best to share it.
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