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Hop into the world of Peter Rabbit and friends this Easter at Milestones Museum!
 

Discover a magical family adventure inspired by the stories of Beatrix Potter, full of creative fun, games and imagination. 

Saturday 28 March to Sunday 12 April, 2026

 

*Special events available on different days - choose from a Peter Rabbit Photo Experience or Benjamin's Bunny Bop!

 

Daily activities include: 
 

Giant Marble Run

The Giant Easter Marble Run is a fun, hands-on activity where visitors can roll giant wooden marbles down a giant colourful track. For an extra treat, you can purchase a wooden egg for £2, decorate it and roll your personalised egg down the marble run.

 

Meet Peter Rabbit's friends

 

There are plenty of familiar faces to meet throughout the museum during your Springtime Adventure. Each day you may encounter the cantankerous Mr McGregor, our delightfully entertaining resident carrot expert, proudly showing off his garden.

Tiggy is always in need of a helping hand with her never-ending bag of laundry - and who knew folding sheets and working the mangle could make visitors giggle so much?

And keep an eye out for Jemima Puddleduck, who can often be found near our giant marble run, helping visitors roll the marbles and join in the fun.

 

Storytime sessions 

Join Beatrix Potter herself for cosy family reading sessions in a beautifully themed story space, where her beloved tales of Peter Rabbit and friends come to life. A gentle, enchanting moment for children to listen, imagine and be inspired. 
 

A Beatrix Potter paper trail 

Follow a guided trail around the museum, discovering quirky corners and fun scenes inspired by Peter Rabbit’s charming world. Complete the trail to receive a special prize.  
 

Craft activities 

Get creative with a range of craft activities inspired by the world of Beatrix Potter. Children can enjoy fun colouring sheets, decorating bunny ears and garlands and solving entertaining word searches. Little makers can also look forward to many more craft activities, yet to be announced. 
 

Games 

Our games area is bursting with Beatrix Potter magic! Try your hand at tossing vegetables in our playful corn hole game, knock down the pineapple shy with lettuces, search for those pesky hidden vegetables, or enjoy a mini golf course inspired by your favourite characters - and so much more! Fun for the whole family. 
 

Beatrix Potter Exhibition

 

The Beatrix Potter Exhibition explores the stories and characters created by Beatrix Potter and is included as part of your museum admission.

 

There's so much to do  - come along and join in our Springtime Adventure!

 

The Peter Rabbit™ Photo Experience

 

Hop into a photo with Peter Rabbit™.

Step into a magical moment with Peter Rabbit himself! This delightful experience gives you and your family the chance to meet Peter Rabbit in a beautifully themed spring setting and have your photo professionally taken - the perfect keepsake to treasure long after your visit. 

 

Who can join in: 
From 1 to 6 people per session. All ages are welcome. A maximum of six people per photo. 

 

What you receive: 
A professional photograph including:  
• One high quality printed photograph to take home  
• An additional digital download so you can share the moment with family and friends  

 

Price:  £15 per session for a family or group of up to six people. 

 

 

Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance, so don’t miss this opportunity to capture a special moment with one of the world’s most loved storybook characters. 

Peter will be appearing at the museum on selected dates.

 

When? 
Peter Rabbit™ will be visiting Milestones Museum on the following days:  
Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 March  
Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 April  
Tuesday 7 to Sunday 12 April  

If you book a ticket to visit the museum on one of these dates, you will be prompted to add a £15 photo experience session during the checkout process - all available time slots on that date will be offered.

Photo sessions are available on the above dates at the following times: 

10:30am, 10:45am, 12:30pm, 12:45pm, 1:30pm, 1:45pm, 3:30pm, 3:45pm

 

Even if you don’t book the Peter Rabbit™ Photo Experience, you won’t miss out on seeing Peter Rabbit during your visit. Peter will make two appearances each day at the Band Stand on the dates listed above at 11.30am-11.55am and 2.30pm-2.55pm. You are welcome to take photos from the audience area - please note that Peter Rabbit will be in a gated area to keep him safe and comfortable. This is a fun, free way for the whole family to enjoy a magical moment. 

 

For a truly special keepsake, the Peter Rabbit Photo Experience is a separate, exclusive session where your family can meet Peter Rabbit up close in a beautiful spring setting and receive a professional photograph to take home. Booking in advance ensures you can capture this magical memory. 

  

Add The Peter Rabbit™ Photo Experience when booking your tickets and create a memory to treasure. 

 

Benjamin's Bunny Bop - Silent Disco Fun

Benjamin's Bunny Bop is free and included with your museum admission on selected dates.  

Get ready to hop, skip and dance at our Bunny Bop silent disco! This lively, family-friendly experience gives children the chance to enjoy music and dancing  in a fun springtime space. 

 

What to expect 
A lively silent disco with headphones provided and a selection of fun music to dance along to. 

 

Who can join 
Children of all ages are welcome. Grown ups are welcome to join in the fun, but must book their own free space. All children must be supervised by a responsible grown up at all times.

 

When?
Monday 30 March to Friday 3 April 
Monday 6 April 

If you book a visit to the museum on one of the above dates, you will be prompted to book your free Bunny Bop session during the checkout process. This will not add any further costs to your ticket.

Timings

10:30 - 11:00

11:30 - 12:00

12:30 - 13:00

13:30 - 14:00

14:30 - 15:00

15:30 - 16:00
 

Booking 
Free with museum admission, but we recommend reserving a place in advance to guarantee your spot. 

Take part in this bouncy, energetic activity and the perfect way to add a little extra spring to your visit! 


 

Note that the Peter Rabbit Photo Experience and Benjamin's Bunny Bop occur separately on specific days only - please refer to the dates and calendar above to see which activity is available on your chosen date.

Depending on the day you book, during the checkout process you will be prompted to purchase either the Peter Rabbit Photo Experience or book your space for Benjamin's Bunny Bop.  Please select your additional activity during the checkout process to guarantee your slot. 


Step into an immersive springtime world inspired by Peter Rabbit™, Beatrix Potter and her timeless stories. Explore themed spaces, a Beatrix Potter exhibition, charming corners and interactive scenes that bring the magic of the books to life for everyone this Easter! 
 

Plan your Easter visit today and hop into a world of imagination and fun at Milestones Museum.  

 

All images: © Frederick Warne & Co. Ltd 2026

  • Peter Rabbit with chicks and easter eggs © Frederick Warne & Co. Ltd 2026
  • Peter Rabbit with chicks and easter eggs © Frederick Warne & Co. Ltd 2026
Ticket Type

Standard 
Price

Easter
price*
Adult

£16.50

£19.50
Child (5 - 15 years)

£11.50

£13.50
Concession - full details and eligibility can be found here.

£15.50

£18.50
Under 5s

FREE

FREE
Family Ticket (up to 5 people, max 2 adults) - discount applied at checkout

£54.00

£64.00

*During Easter holidays (28 March - 12 April), we offer our Easter holidays programme with pricing reflecting the additional activities and experiences available. All annual tickets are valid during A Peter Rabbit Springtime adventure.

Select a date

Event information

Yes. Tickets are likely to sell out for this popular Peter Rabbit event, and we strongly recommend booking online in advance. 

Most activities are included with your museum admission. 

The following optional extras are available for a small additional cost:

  • The Peter Rabbit Photo Experience:  £15 per family group (up to 6 people), available on selected days 
  • Sweet shop ration books are available to purchase for £2.  
  • Wooden eggs are available to decorate for £2. 
  • Pier games require 50ps and old pennies, which can be purchased in venue 

Yes. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult during the event. 

Absolutely! Your  ticket gives you full access to the entire museum, including all vintage shops, the Teddy Bear Museum and Milestones Pier. It’s a great opportunity to explore even more family fun during your visit. 

Visitors are welcome to enjoy food and refreshments at our Rooftops Café or the Tea Tent, both offering a range of drinks, food and sweet treats during your visit.  

If you would prefer to bring your own food, you are very welcome to enjoy a picnic outside the museum. Outdoor seating is subject to availability and weather conditions. To help protect the historic buildings and collections, visitors are not permitted to bring their own food into the museum space.  

The Peter Rabbit Photo Experience is a special, pre-bookable photo session with Peter Rabbit himself! We cannot guarantee availability on the day of the event, so if you would like a photo with Peter, please add this experience to your basket in the checkout process whilst booking your tickets. Sessions are limited and often sell out, so we strongly recommend booking in advance.
 

Priced at £15 per family  group of up to six people, the experience includes a professionally taken photograph in a themed setting. You will receive a printed copy to take home and a digital download to keep and share.  
 

Peter Rabbit will be visiting on the following dates:
 

  • 28-29 March 
  • 4-5 April 
  • 7-12 April 


Your session includes both the printed photograph and digital download. There are no additional costs outside of the £15 family ticket.


On the day of your event, you'll be able to find Peter's photo experience in the the 1940s Allotment area, towards the rear of the museum. 

What if I don't add the Photo Experience at checkout when I book my main admission tickets? Can I book it separately at a later date?

Yes you can book your £15 Photo Experience session later, by clicking here, subject to availability. Please note that the Photo Experience ticket alone does not guarantee entry to the museum, you must also book the main museum admission tickets. 

What if I miss my timed slot for the VIP Peter Rabbit Photo Experience?

If you miss your booked slot, we cannot guarantee a replacement. Our team will always do their best to help, if possible. We recommend arriving a little early to ensure you don’t miss your special time with Peter Rabbit. 

Can I bring my baby into the VIP Peter Rabbit Photo Experience? 

Yes. Babies are very welcome and can be included as part of your family of up to six people. 

If I don’t book the VIP Peter Rabbit Photo Experience, can I see Peter Rabbit at any other time on the days he is visiting the museum? 

Yes. Peter Rabbit will appear at the Band Stand for two short sessions each day at 11.30am-11.55am and 2.30pm-2.55pm on the following days

  • 28-29 March 
  • 4-5 April 
  • 7-12 April 

You’re welcome to watch and take photos from the audience area. Please note that Peter Rabbit will be in a gated area to keep him safe and comfortable.  

The Giant Easter Marble Run is a fun, hands-on activity where visitors can roll giant wooden marbles down a giant colourful track.  

It’s included with your museum admission. 

For an extra treat, you can purchase a wooden egg for £2, decorate it and  roll your personalised egg down the marble run.  

The Bunny Bop is a fun silent disco where children can dance along to lively tunes in a springtime party atmosphere. It will take place at the Band Stand, towards the rear of the museum.

It’s free and included with your museum admission, but it runs on selected days only. You’ll need to book a free time slot in advance, as each session has limited participants capacity. 
 

Bunny Bop takes place on: 

Monday 30 March - Friday 3 April

Monday 6 April
 

We recommend booking the Bunny Bop activity in advance to guarantee a place. Sessions have limited numbers. If there is space available on the day, we're happy to accommodate you, but we cannot guarantee it.
 

Beatrix Potter Story Time is included with your museum admission and there is no additional charge to take part. The sessions are suitable for all ages but it is especially aimed at younger children. 

The Story Time runs several time each day in the Victorian School Room. Please check the timetable on arrival or ask a member of staff for the latest schedule. 

No. Everything will be provided. Please don’t bring any soil or seeds into the museum, as this helps us protect the historic buildings, collections and indoor spaces. 

The event can be enjoyed at your own pace. Most families spend around 2–4 hours,exploring the activities including the Peter Rabbit trail, Beatrix Potter Story Time, the Giant Easter Marble Run, crafts, exhibition and time exploring the museum. 

Yes. The Peter Rabbit Springtime Adventure is designed for families with children, but all ages are welcome. Children under 5years old attend free. 

Limited free parking is available outside Milestones main entrance. 

When the car park is busy, we recommend using the free Leisure Park parking facilities opposite McDonalds, which are only a short three minute walk from the museum. 

For accessible parking, there are a limited number of accessible parking spaces available outside of Milestones main entrance.

Most activities will be running from 10am – 4pm, although timings may vary.    

Typical outlet opening times are as follows: 

  • Cafe 10-4.30pm hot food 11-3pm 
  • Pub 11-4pm 
  • Tea Tent 10-4pm 
  • Sweet shop 11-4pm 

Yes. We offer a range of tickets and  full ticket prices can be found on our Book Now page. Event pricing is listed in the Event Price column.  
 

Tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, please contact our team as soon as possible and we will do our best to help where we can. 

Changes to timed activities such as the Peter Rabbit Photo Experience or Bunny Bop may not always be possible, as sessions have limited capacity. 

Yes. All visitors, including adults accompanying children, require a valid museum admission ticket. 

Children under 5 can visit the museum free of charge but must still be accompanied by a responsible adult. 

In the unlikely event that Peter Rabbit is unable to appear due to unforeseen circumstances, the rest of the Peter Rabbit Springtime Adventure activities will continue as planned. 

If this affects a prebooked Peter Rabbit Photo Experience, our team will contact you with further information. 

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