With Easter just a few days away, you might be wondering how you can keep yourself and your family busy in Essex

It can be difficult to know what to get up to so if you’re lacking inspiration for the Easter holidays, but Smyths Toy stores may be able to help out.

They'll be hosting their annual Easter egg hunts in its stores across the UK, with a few being located in Essex


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On Saturday April 16, the hunt will be free of charge and all you need to do is head to your local Smyths Toys Superstore to take part.

The hunt begins at 9am and children can collect their clue sheets in-store as they arrive on the day.

A series of questions will lead them around the store and those who participate will be in with the chance to win a 10ft trampoline.

Easter eggs are limited to one per child and are available in-store from 9am while stocks last.

Smyths Toys Superstores in Essex

Here’s a list of the Smyths Toys Superstores in Essex:

  • The Junction Lakeside Shopping Park, Weston Avenue, Thurrock, RM20 3LP
  • Unit 1, Weir Retail Park, Phoenix Way, Rayleigh, SS7 3NU
  • Riverside Retail Park, Victoria Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1AN
  • Tollgate Centre, Tollgate West, Colchester, CO3 8RG

You can find more Smyths Toys Superstores via the store locator on its website.

Find out more about in-store events via the Smyths Toys website.