40 Easter Egg Trails happening across Scotland this weekend that kids will enjoy (2025)

Families can follow clues and solve puzzles to earn a Maltesers or Moo Free egg at the end of each trail

With the Easter weekend fast approaching and spring holidays in full swing, families across Scotland are looking to make the most of the final days before the school term resumes.

While the excitement of having nothing on the agenda may have started to fade for some kids, there’s no shortage of ways to keep them entertained, and a few activities this April stand out from the rest.

One of the highlights comes courtesy of the National Trust for Scotland, which has unveiled its 2025 Easter Egg Trails, a family-friendly adventure designed to delight and engage children of all ages.

“Share special moments with your loved ones at our charity’s amazing Easter Egg Trails all across Scotland,” the Trust said. “Combine a lovely spring walk with your puzzle-solving skills to earn a delicious Easter treat – we guarantee fun for all the family!”

Each trail invites families to follow clues, solve puzzles and claim a chocolate reward at the end. This year’s prize options include Maltesers and Moo Free eggs, making the experience more inclusive for children with dietary needs.

“The trail at each place is completely different (you are very welcome to try as many as you like) and will help you and your family explore and learn more about the stories of the property,” the Trust added.

And for those looking to plan ahead or find more details about what to expect at a specific location, the Trust has a handy tip: “You can also keep an eye on our property Facebook pages for more information about each trail.”

The cost of taking part is £5 per trail sheet, with proceeds going toward the conservation charity’s efforts in maintaining Scotland’s historic places and landscapes.

Aberdeenshire & Angus

• Barry Mill: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 11am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
• Castle Fraser, Garden & Estate: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10am–3.30pm (last entry 3pm)
• Craigievar Castle: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3.30pm)
• Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3.30pm)
• Drum Castle, Garden & Estate: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3.30pm)
• Fyvie Castle, Garden & Estate: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
• Haddo House: Fri 18, Sat 19 & Mon 21 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
• House of Dun, Garden & Estate: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 11am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
• Leith Hall, Garden & Estate: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 10.30am–3.30pm (last entry 3pm)
• Pitmedden Garden: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 11am–4pm (last entry 3pm)

Ayrshire & Arran

• Brodick Castle, Garden & Country Park: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 4pm)
• Culzean Castle & Country Park: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3.30pm) Usual admission prices apply.
• Robert Burns Birthplace Museum: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10am–5pm (last entry 4pm)

Dumfries & Galloway

• Threave Garden & Nature Reserve: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10.30am–3.30pm (last entry 3.30pm) Usual admission prices apply.

Edinburgh & the Lothians

• House of the Binns: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
• Malleny Garden: Sat 19 & Sun 20 April, 10am–3pm (last entry 3pm)
• Newhailes House & Gardens: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
• Preston Mill: Fri 18 & Sat 19 April, 11am–3pm (last entry 3pm)

Scottish Borders

• Priorwood Garden: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 11am–3pm (last entry 3pm)

Fife

• Royal Burgh of Culross: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 4pm) Usual admission prices apply.
• Falkland Palace & Garden: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 11am–4pm (last entry 3pm) Usual admission prices apply.
• Hill of Tarvit Mansion & Garden: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
• Kellie Castle & Garden: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3pm)

Forth Valley

• Alloa Tower: Sat 19 – Mon 21 April, 11am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
• Bannockburn: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 11am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
• Moirlanich Longhouse: Sun 20 April, 11am–2pm (last entry 2pm)

Glasgow & Argyll

• Ben Lomond: Sun 20 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
• Crarae Garden: Sat 19 & Sun 20 April, 10am–5pm (last entry 4pm)
• Geilston Garden: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 11am–3pm (last entry 3pm) Usual admission prices apply.
• Greenbank Garden: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3.30pm) Usual admission prices apply.
• The Hill House: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 11am–3pm (last entry 3pm)
• Holmwood: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10am–5pm (last entry 4pm)
• The Tenement House: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10am–5pm (last entry 4.30pm)
• Weaver’s Cottage: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10am–5pm (last entry 4pm) Usual admission prices apply.

Highlands

• Balmacara Estate: Fri 18 April, 12–4pm (last entry 3pm)
• Brodie Castle & Estate: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10am–4pm (last entry 3.30pm)
• Canna: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 9am–5pm (last entry 4pm)
• Glencoe National Nature Reserve: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 11am–4pm (last entry 4pm)
• Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage & Museum: Fri 18 – Sun 20 April, 11am–4pm (last entry 3.30pm)

Perthshire

• The Hermitage: Fri 18 – Mon 21 April, 10am–2pm (tours run at various points throughout the day)