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Top things to do in Canary Wharf this Easter
What to do, where to shop and where to eat this Easter
Canary Wharf is your oyster come rain or shine, whether you’re looking for family-friendly entertainment, somewhere for a bank holiday date or quality time with friends.
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Your best Easter Bank Holiday weekend yet
Get ready to embrace this Easter weekend with a picturesque picnic at Canary Wharf. Between March 29th and April 1st, Jubilee Park and Harbour Quay Gardens will be transformed with an assortment of picnic benches, deck chairs, and garden games for your enjoyment. Take your pick from the numerous supermarkets and on-the-go restaurants dotted around the Wharf and indulge in waterside dining surrounded by greenery. Or, opt for a different adventure by taking to the water on a GoBoat. Enjoy your picnic aboard these fantastic electric boats for a unique experience.
Fill up your hamper by visiting Amazon Fresh, Brick Lane Bagel Co, Chipotle, Crosstown, Five Guys, Itsu, Leon, M&S Simply Food, Nando’s, Ole & Steen, Pho, Seoul Bird, The Salad Kitchen, Wagamama, Waitrose & Partners and Wharf Kitchen.
Inspire young minds on the Children’s Art Trail
Between the Easter eggs and the Easter bunny, the bank holiday weekend is certainly a feast for the imagination, especially if you do The Children’s Art Trail? The popular outside experience showcases 12 pieces of art around Canary Wharf with a downloadable trail to follow as you discover each one together, from colourful immersive tunnels to mosaics and sculptures.
Put your best paw forward at Paws on the Wharf
Starting on 25th March you can experience a free and accessible art trail, brought to you by Guide Dogs and Wild in Art. A unique experience featuring a 16-strong collection of larger-than-life guide dog sculptures around the Wharf, follow the trail and discover a celebration of these much loved four-legged friends.
Looking through a new lens with WaterAid
Looking at life through a different lens, WaterAid’s Carrying Life photo exhibition by Laura El-Tantawy is coming to Cabot Square from 2nd March until 11th April. Exploring the relationship between motherhood, women’s health and clean water in Malawi, it features 22 pieces that invite interesting insights into the burden placed on women when there’s no access to clean water.
Evening entertainment at Everyman Cinema
In a world of online streaming, going to the cinema is now quite the experience, and Everyman always takes it to the next level. Everyman Cinema’s Crossrail Place location is all comfy seating, fab food and movie favourites.
GoBoat or go home
If it’s the Easter weekend then the weather has to be fine right? When the sun’s out it’s the perfect time to see the city from the water on a GoBoat adventure. The self-drive boat rental gives you the chance to be captain of your own electric picnic boat, exploring the city from a new perspective. Hop on board!
Indoor adventures at Flip Out
Head to London’s biggest and best indoor adventure park to burn off that sugar high, where you will discover everything from laser quest to bumper cars, a roller rink to soft play, with fun for the whole family.
Play games at Platform
In a gaming experience like no other, Platform at Crossrail Place invites you to enjoy good natured competition. With something for every skill set, get your squad together, whether family or friends, and enjoy top tier food, drink and gaming in the form of PS5 and Switch, in your own semi-private booth.
Play like a pro at Padium
The premium indoor padel club has made its name in Canary Wharf for its impressive pay-and-play glass courts as well as its smoothie bar and top class coaching. As we head towards the Easter holidays their junior coaching courses for younger players, all amidst their world-class facilities.
Hunting for Easter eggs in Canary Wharf
What to do, where to shop and where to eat this Easter
Whether you’re one for a classic Sunday roast with the family, are mostly interested in the chocolate eggs or you fancy making your own traditions, Easter is sure to be a cracker as we step into spring and enjoy the time with our loved ones. Here’s where to dine out, have fun and find the best Easter eggs in Canary Wharf.
Where to buy the best Easter eggs and treats
You can’t have an Easter weekend without breaking a few chocolate eggs, can you? From classic truffles to hot cross bun doughnuts, these are the treats that guarantee a sugar high.
Classic Easter Eggs at Charbonnel et Walker
Britain’s first chocolatier, Charbonnel et Walker has been making chocolate since Madame Charbonnel was introduced to Mrs. Walker in 1875. This Easter they have a particularly sophisticated selection of chocolatey treats, with their handcrafted Heritage eggs, a Charming Easter Hamper, and an extra special box of Oval Easter Pink Marc de Champagne Truffles, amongst other things.
Easter gifts that keep on giving at Hotel Chocolat
Hotel Chocolat knows how to make an impression when it comes to Easter eggs. Crack open one of this season’s delicacies and you will find a whole world of treats inside. If you’re looking for a gift with wow-factor, these are hard to beat. Just throwing it out there but we’ve got our eye on the Extra Thick Exquisitely Nutty Egg.
Liquorice luxe at Lakrids By Bülow
Having started life as a brand dedicated to gourmet liquorice, Lakrids By Bülow hails from Denmark and have brought their delicious nordic flavours to Canary Wharf. For a delicious twist on the classic Easter present, we’re in love with their beautifully packaged confections – particularly their crispy caramel egg.
The perfect eggs for hunting at Flying Tiger Copenhagen
Best known for their quirky gifts and gadgets, Flying Tiger Copenhagen are bringing joy in all forms this Easter with everything from seasonally inspired table decorations to chocolate eggs that are the perfect size for featuring in an easter egg hunt.
Classic good taste at John Lewis & Partners
Known for bringing good taste to every occasion, you can always depend on John Lewis & Partners to deliver the goods. This year, they are the go-to for that seasonal staple that we’ve all come to know and love – the classic Lindt chocolate bunny.
Something for everyone at Waitrose & Partners
Whether you’re looking for luxury eggs or childhood favourites, milk, dark, white, fruity, luxury, vegan, mini or more, Waitrose & Partners have you covered. Their Cracking Pistachio is definitely worth a try, if you’re in the mood for a Cadbury Mini Egg or two then they’ve got plenty in stock, and you know what they say about Terry’s Chocolate Orange… when it comes to their mini eggs – they’re not Terry’s, they’re mine.
Express eggs at Tesco
From a Milkybar White Chocolate Easter Egg with Mini Eggs to a Smarties Milk Cho Incredible Easter Egg or even a Cadbury Dairy Milk Wispa – all the classics are available at Tesco Express, complete with some great offers for Clubcard holders as well.
On the go egg hunt at Amazon Fresh
Whether you’re in a rush or passing by, head to Wood Wharf to pick up everything from a Galaxy Mini Easter Egg Bundle (the milk chocolate and creamy hazelnut truffle variety), a Celebrations Milk Chocolate Large Easter Egg complete with hidden treasures, a Maltesers Chocolate Bunny (Extra Large), and much, much more.
Grab a gift Morrisons Daily
Grab a gift with your daily shop or pop in on your lunch break, for a selection of Easter eggs to suit everyone at Morrisons Daily. Choose from Reese’s Peanut Butter Egg to a Milkybar Mini Egg Block, Morrisons own brand options and even a little Kinder Surprise for a nostalgic treat.
The best places for an Easter Sunday lunch
What would an Easter weekend be without great food? A classic Sunday roast is the order of the day, with a variety of options to suit every preference..
A New York twist at Hawksmoor Wood Wharf
Bringing their Manhattan steakhouse vibe to Wood Wharf, Hawksmoor is in an eco-friendly floating pavilion offering some of the best New York classics in town. With views of the dock, a Sunday roast here is extra special, whether you fancy their slow roast rump with beef dripping roast potatoes or a Sunday feast for two with blackboard sharing cuts and all the trimmings.
Chophouse charm at Blacklock
Inspired by the London chophouse tradition, Blacklock on Frobisher Passage is known for its high quality meat dishes and great value approach. Little wonder then that their Blacklock Sundays are something to behold, starting with a Breakfast Martini or a Beefy Mary, followed by unique starters such as Pig’s Head on Toast, and a road (‘almost as good as mum’s’), from Day Aged Lamb Leg to a Celeriac Roast.
Soulful Sundays at Pergola on the Wharf
Known for their botanical interiors and their sky high views, not to mention their delicious cocktails, Pergola on the Wharf they do Sunday Brunch with a gospel twist. Their Soulful Sundays feature free entry and an incredible choir that dazzles with funk and soul numbers as you enjoy mimosas Pergola Punch, aperol spritz or Prosecco. Meanwhile, there’s a Sunday roast menu with a wide variety of options available, from a house nut roast to beef rump, and a choice of trimmings.
Waterside wonder at No. 35 Mackenzie Walk
Scratch cooked, sustainable plates with waterside views are the order of the day at No. 35 Mackenzie Walk. The south-facing destination is convivial and stylish, complete with a Sunday lunch menu that features everything from a classic roast to alternative options. Their Roast Free Range ‘Creedy Carver’ Chicken is a favourite, as is their mixed roast with a selection of beef, pork belly and chicken as well as all the trimmings.
Wining and dining at Humble Grape
Also on Mackenzie Walk, Humble Grape is a waterfront wine bar in the heart of the Isle of Dogs. They’re known for their popular wine tastings and exemplary knowledge when it comes to viticulture. Food ranges from small dishes to main meals, and what could be better on a Sunday than dry-aged British grass-fed Rib-Eye with roasted vegetables and a 2017 Starmont Cabernet Sauvignon?
Cornish charm at Pedler
A little piece of Cornwall in the city, Pedler is light, welcoming and all about produce that’s fresh from shore and field. Always perfectly paired with an excellent wine, when it comes to roasts it’s a classic. Roasted for belly skewers with baby caramelised apple, roast potatoes and mini Yorkshire puds… what more could you want?
Pub perfection at The Henry Addington
Offering the perfect pub atmosphere, The Henry Addington is known for tis convivial and relaxed atmosphere, as well as hearty food and drink. Their menu features favourite fare that’s always welcome on a Sunday, from an award-winning Steak and Nicholson’s Pale Ale Pie to British pork sausages on a bed of Cornish clotted cream mash.
Lunch of legends at Boisdale of Canary Wharf
Add a little extra flair to the Easter weekend with a roast accompanied by the dulcet tones of ‘Frank Sinatra’ in their Sunday Jazz Brunch. Iconic music and an iconic roast go together like a wink and a smile, in a three-course Sunday lunch that includes 18-hour slow roast dry-aged rib of beef, Yorkshire pudding, goose fat roast potatoes, heritage vegetables and red wine gravy. Alternatively, you can opt for their legendary Boisdale Roast Dumfriesshire blackface haggis bashed neeps and tatties.
Picnic in The Wharf
Your best Easter Bank Holiday weekend yet
Get ready to embrace this Easter weekend with a picturesque picnic at Canary Wharf. Between March 29th and April 1st, Jubilee Park and Harbour Quay Gardens will be transformed with an assortment of picnic benches, deck chairs, and garden games for your enjoyment. Take your pick from the numerous supermarkets and on-the-go restaurants dotted around the Wharf and indulge in waterside dining surrounded by greenery. Or, opt for a different adventure by taking to the water on a GoBoat. Enjoy your picnic aboard these fantastic electric boats for a unique experience.
Fill up your humper by visiting Amazon Fresh, Brick Lane Bagel Co, Chipotle,Crosstown, Five Guys, Itsu, Leon, M&S Simply Food, Nando’s, Ole&Steen, Pho, Seoul Bird. The Salad Kitchen, Wagamama, Waitrose & Partners and Wharf Kitchen.
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However you’re celebrating this year, have a very happy Easter!
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