As we head into the second week of the Easter school holidays, Wainwright’s Yard is brimming with fun, hands-on ideas to help families make the most of springtime in Kendal.

While the weather is (hopefully!) brightening, we all know that a Cumbrian spring can still bring its fair share of showers – so we’ve gathered activities that work just as well on sunny mornings as they do between light drizzles.

At Booths, green-fingered families will find a Grow Your Own Seed Kit – perfect for young gardeners or children who enjoy hands-on activities. It comes with French bean, tomato and courgette seeds, germination trays, compost and simple step-by-step instructions. It’s a gentle introduction to growing food at home, and a great rainy-day project that can later move outside as the weather improves.

Just across the Yard, Armstrong Ward has a treasure trove of outdoor inspiration for little explorers. The Incredible Insects kit introduces children to the fascinating world of minibeasts, inspiring curiosity in even the tiniest corners of the garden. For windy spring afternoons, a Pocket Camouflage Kite is ready to launch into the sky. And for big adventures, The Original Den Kit provides everything kids need to build their own hideaway – sparking imaginative play in the garden, the local park, or a woodland walk.

Armstrong Ward also stocks child-friendly binoculars, perfect for spotting birds, wildlife, and the first signs of spring emerging.

Whether it’s growing veggies, watching insects, building dens or chasing the breeze with a kite, Wainwright’s Yard offers plenty of ways to keep children entertained and connected to nature this Easter, come rain or shine.