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Friday 3 April 2026 | 9am–3pm
YMCA Newark & Sherwood
FREE for YMCA Village Members
General ticket: £15
A full day of Easter family fun across YMCA Village. Get active, get creative, and explore the Village together - with coached sessions, drop-in activities, and our Easter Trail running all day. Whether you've got little ones who love getting messy, big kids who want to try something new, or a family who just wants a brilliant day out together, Great Friday has something for everyone.
What to expect
• Easter Trail adventure for all ages
• Under 5s crafts and messy play
• Family Open Gym and Family Yoga
• Bike Tracks sessions (Y-Riders + Open Bike)
• Football, 3D Animation and Engineering (ages 5–17)
• Games and chill-out zones throughout the day
- BBQ & Easter Themed treats
Your ticket includes access to all coached and drop-in activities plus the Easter Trail.
| YMCA Great Friday (3 Apr 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Friday | 09:00 | - 15:00 |
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