10 fun things to do for the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend

Discover ‘eggcellent’ Easter events out and about the mews

There are infinite reasons to love and live in a London mews; one being that the best of things to do in the glorious capital are right on the doorstep. The cobbled mews streets where there’s a more relaxed peaceful atmosphere, trick you into believing you are much further way from the hub-bub of London’s metropolis. The truth is you’re far closer than you realise to some of the most iconic landmarks, arts venues, concert halls, museums, and always within a few metres of a park or garden square. 

All this bodes very well when you are in search of something fun, interesting or simply different to do and as we approach Easter, it’s good to know about some of the special events happening near London’s mews.  Here’s Lurot Brand’s pick of the bunch:

Big News at the Royal Mews

The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace celebrates its 200^th anniversary in April. The historic Mews, which is a working stable and also houses the royal carriage collection, is a wonderful attraction for all the family and offers a fascinating insight into the importance of the equine history and mews heritage. To mark its anniversary and the Easter weekend, they have organised an Easter Egg Expedition with an Easter trail around the Mews and are crafting activities for families to design their own sparkling eggs.

Go wild for snaps at the Natural History Museum – until the 29^th June

If you love animals and enjoy photography, then the Natural History Museum’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition is running until the 29^th June. Over 100 incredible snaps are on display from all over the world.

Several mews are located near the Natural History Museum, particularly in the South Kensington area. These include Stanhope Mews East,  Queen’s Gate Mews and Petersham Mews, where a blue plaque commemorates former resident, Douglas Bader, the decorated RAF fighter pilot, who lived happily in the mews from 1955 until his death in 1982. Elvaston Mews is also a charming option with pastel-coloured houses and cobblestone streets, reputedly having been a stable for over 170 years – another mews well worth exploring on your way to the museum. 

Exploring Space at the Science Museum – FREE, until 22 April

The Easter holidays offer the final chance to see the entirety of the Exploring Space gallery at Science Museum. From 22 April, the gallery will be partly closed (and completely closed from June) to make way for a new space-themed display opening later this year. Must-see objects on display include the descent module that carried astronauts Tim Peake, Yuri Malenchenko and Tim Kopra back from the International Space Station. As the museum gets very busy in school holidays it’s worth booking a free entry ticket in advance. 

The Big Egg Hunt – From 24th March to 27th April, 2025

London is set to be dazzled by over 100 decorated large-scale eggs, brought to life by iconic names in not only art, but also design, interiors, food and retail. With the likes of Anya Hindmarch, LUAP, Fortnum & Mason, Chopard, Philip Colbert, Duncan Campbell & Charlotte Rey involved, this amalgamation of talented creators guarantees a spectacle for the whole city to enjoy. The aim of raising money is for important conservation work to protect habitats and wildlife in South Asia through an auction of these wonderful egg sculptures. Everyone is invited to find the scattered 2ft egg sculptures as part of a free-to-view trail across iconic locations and landmarks. From historic neighbourhoods like Chelsea, Covent Garden and Marble Arch, to famous landmarks, such as Battersea Power Station, The Barbican, The British Museum and The Royal Albert Hall, each provides the perfect backdrop to witness a unique exhibition whilst exploring the hidden mews dotted nearby. Members of the public will be able to “collect the eggs” they find, ticking them off on a free app which will reveal prizes along the way.

American Vintage goes the ‘egg-tra’ mile – 19^th April

Devotees of the luxurious French men and womenswear inspired by classic American basics are in for a treat. This Easter, the team at American Vintage have hidden a selection of eggs around London, including in the Mews territory of Notting Hill and Westbourne Grove and two giant eggs around Covent Garden. Fashion followers can use a map online (launched soon) to find the eggs and take them into the Floral Street store for an exclusive prize. There will also be plenty of hidden eggs in stores – so happy hunting!

Hop on down to Marylebone Village for Easter treats – 19^th April

Marylebone Village always embraces the seasons and there are a series of Easter-inspired events in which local stores, purveyors of luxury goods, cafes and restaurants are participating. On Easter Saturday, 108 Brasserie at The Marylebone hotel has organised their annual Easter Egg Hunt that promises far more amazing treats than traditional chocolates… Take part in a magical hunt for 108 exquisitely branded eggs hidden amongst Marylebone Village’s lifestyle collection of shops, boutiques and dining destinations. Each egg is a golden ticket to a fabulous prize. Find a blow dry voucher for Larry King Hair, sip on victory with a bottle of 108 Brasserie’s exclusive 108 Gin or enjoy a £250 shopping spree at Dinny Hall and pick out some fabulous jewellery for your spring/summer wardrobe.

The ‘egg-traordinary’ hunt culminates in the chance to win the ultimate indulgence: a night in The Marylebone hotel’s most prestigious terrace suite, a haven of contemporary style boasting a large outdoor terrace with stunning views of the London skyline.

To claim your prize, simply take your egg and numbered piece of paper to The Marylebone and hand it in at reception, then enjoy your extra special Easter surprise.

Blandford Comptoir is taking part in The Big Egg Hunt. The relaxed Mediterranean restaurant and wine bar in Blandford Street W1 is making a complimentary cocktail – their Amaretto Sour special for anyone who finds and collects all nine eggs across Marylebone – between 24 March-27 April. What a treat!

Happy bunnies browsing the tree-lined streets of Marylebone Village over the Easter weekend can explore nearby mews streets. Bentinck Mews is a quiet mews running off Marylebone Lane within hopping distance of all the Easter fun. 

Crème Egg cocktails at The Cavendish – until 27^th April

The traditional cobbled mews of Duchess Mews in the heart of the Village, is only a four-minute walk to the hugely popular independent gastropub, The Cavendish.  Thirsty grown-up bunnies may like to know that the pub will be serving up two special Easter themed cocktails. Comprising vodka, frangelico, cream and vanilla syrup, the Creme Egg ‘martini’ resembles a boozy creme egg in a glass.

The best Mews is the icing on the…biscuit

Belgravia and Notting Hill are not only home to some of the most picture-perfect mews houses, but happen to be where Biscuiteer’s charming biscuit boutiques and icing cafés are located.  In fact, the mews house and the biscuit share more in common than we realise. Founded in 2007 by Harriet Hastings, Biscuiteers has grown enormously but continue to make and ice their biscuits in exactly the same way, all handmade and based on old fashioned production techniques.

Biscuiteers has gone the ‘egg-tra’ mile to host a selection of Easter workshops and activities as well as an abundance of delectable treats to entertain and satisfy everyone. They are running an Easter themed School of Icing class. Where you can learn all the tips and tricks that the expert icers use, with a whole new set of skills, including piping, colouring, flood and line icing and feathering! They are also running DIY Easter classes where you can ice and take home your own Easter biscuits and special children’s workshops. If you simply want to indulge without putting on an apron, you can shop their exquisite hand-iced collections and browse gifts for every occasion. They also serve the most sumptuous Afternoon Tea, or for busy bunnies, simply pop in for some coffee and cake!

Belgravia home to Mews and Biscuits

Belgravia’s most attractive period mews – Eccleston Mews and Ebury Mews – are no more than 10 minutes’ walk from Biscuiteer’s charming shop in Eccelston Yards, and offer a lovely insight into the old grandeur of this part of London.  During the 18^th and 19^th centuries, these original cobbled mews once belonged to the large stately stucco-fronted townhouses when a horse and carriage were the mode of transport for the aristocracy and local well-to-do.

Magical Magnolia Insta Moments

And finally, in London at this time of year from March until May, is when the magic happens – magnolias show off their magical blossom revealing delicate pastel palettes. In and around Notting Hill as you weave from one mews street to another, you will encounter roads bedecked in blooming gorgeous magnolia trees. 

Lancaster Road is definitely a Notting Hill staple for magnolia hunting with two rows of brightly coloured houses standing opposite each other. On one side, the houses are a vibrant, bright mix of purple, blue, green and yellow. The other has a deeper colour palette with bright pops of lime green and ballet pink. For even more magnolia spectacles – head to Elgin Crescent, Colville Gardens, Denbigh Road, Portobello Road, and Westbourne Grove.

Easter is a time for family gatherings and spending time with friends; a celebration that requires consuming your bodyweight in chocolate eggs, Easter biscuits, hot cross buns and Simnel cake. Once you’ve feasted, then there’s no better way to work off the excess than taking a stroll around our beloved mews streets.  Happy Mewsings and Happy Easter!