Snap the ultimate selfie and go on an egg-cellent adventure at Bluewater this Easter

by | Mar 28, 2019 | Entertainment, Dartford Business, Dartford Entertainment, Dartford News, What's On?, Where to go locally

Bluewater is unveiling a host of egg-citing and exclusive activities for children and adults of all ages to enjoy this Easter. Plus, with great shopping including a new Primark, delicious dining, a 17-screen cinema and Nature Trail, Bluewater has plenty to offer for the ultimate fun day out this Easter.

SELFIE FACTORY AT BLUEWATER

Thursday 30th March until Sunday 5th May

Selfie Factory, the ultimate interactive experience for selfie-taking, is coming to Bluewater! Guests will be able to explore over 10 unique settings in which they’ll be able to capture amazing Instagrammable moments – from a giant ball pit to a doughnut wall! Each visitor can spend up to an hour in the pop up, taking as many pictures as they desire. Tickets are from £9, and as availability is limited, booking is recommended. Visit here to book your ticket: www://selfiefactory.co.uk

BLUEWATER’S EGG-CELLENT ADVENTURE

Thursday 28th March until Monday 22nd April

Bluewater’s Egg-cellent Adventure invites little ones to explore the mall and look for items that have been transformed into eggs by the dastardly Professor Oeuf! With his Egg-a-tron 3000, the professor has scrambled 8 well known things into eggs, with some up to 6 feet tall! Maps are £1 and every child completing the trail will receive a sweet treat.

THE NATURE TRAIL AT BLUEWATER

With Spring around the corner, explore Bluewater’s Nature Trail, set in 50 acres of stunning parkland that has been recognised by Green Flag and South & South East in Bloom awards. Pick up a map and follow the trail starting outside Zizzi and explore beautiful swan lake, play areas, bug hotels, stepping logs and hopscotch. When young explorers complete the trail activities, they’ll receive a reward.

DINOTROPOLIS ADVENTURE PARK AT BLUEWATER

At The Plaza (next to the cinema)

Adventure-loving little ones will be able to travel back in time at Dinotropolis where they can play, learn and discover in an epic soft play adventure with interactive games and animatronic dinosaurs. Kids will come face to face with the king of dinosaurs, the T-Rex and friendly grazing Diplodocus. Plus, with Raptor Racing karting, Discovery Cove arts and crafts and Dino Jungle soft play, it’s the ultimate activity for aspiring young adventurers.

GRAVITY TRAMPOLINE PARK AT BLUEWATER

At The Plaza

GraVity Trampoline Park is the perfect activity for friends looking to experience the ultimate trampoline park in Kent. Hop over to the lower hall of Bluewater’s Plaza (near the cinema) and enjoy 25,000 square feet of bouncy fun. Guests of all ages can jump around to their heart’s content between the interconnected trampolines, challenge friends to a game of slam-dunk or dodge ball, or hone their skills on the big air bag. For bookings and further information, visit www.gravity-uk.com/bluewater-dartford

SHOWCASE CINEMA DE LUX AT BLUEWATER

For those looking to catch the latest blockbusters, visit Showcase Cinema de Lux at Bluewater this Easter. The cinema offers the ultimate immersive cinema experience, with 17 screens including a wall-to-wall XPLUS. Families can catch an array of amazing movies, including Dumbo, retold by Tim Burton, andShazam!, a quirky superhero movie.

EASTER OPENING HOURS

Good Friday 10am – 9pm | Saturday 9am – 9pm | Easter Sunday Cinema, Dinotropolis, Gravity, Pirate Cove and selected restaurants OPEN, stores CLOSED | Easter Monday 10am – 9pm

Bluewater, Europe’s leading retail and leisure destination, offers great shopping with free, extra wide parking and has over 300 stores and more than 50 places to eat and drink. Plus, with a 17 screen Showcase Cinema de Lux  including IMAX, Gravity Trampoline Park and Dinotropolis Adventure Park, there’s something for everyone. Find out more at bluewater.co.uk

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