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What to do over the Easter Holidays by Bus

22 Mar 2024

Easter Weekend and the Easter Holidays are always a fun time for all the family with plenty of activities going on over East Scotland.

Before we get into what you could get up to over the Easter Holidays… did you know that if you’re travelling around Dunfermline on Saturday 30th or Sunday 31st, you can travel by us for free! Simply HOP on board and if your journey is within the Dunfermline zone, you won’t pay a penny… which means more money for chocolate eggs!!

And if you are travelling by bus, be on the look out for our Easter Eggs hidden on bus from Monday 25th March until Sunday 14th April. If you spot one, simply scan the QR code on the Easter Egg sticker and you could be in with the chance of winning some free travel and some Easter goodies!

We’ve really got EGG-cited this year, and our team at Arbroath depot have been collecting eggs to share with local schools and nurseries to ensure children in the local area can enjoy some Easter treats. Can you believe we’ve collected around 500 eggs so far?!

 Easter eggs donated to children in Arbroath

If you’re stuck for ideas for what to do with the family over Easter weekend and the holidays in general, then check out our suggestions below.

Over Easter Weekend

Beauty and the Beast Easter Panto – Alhambra Dunfermline

The spectacular Beauty and the Beast Easter pantomime comes to the Alhambra Theatre in Dunfermline on Friday 29th March (Good Friday) with show times at 1pm and 5pm. This panto tells the story of Belle, who longs for romance, a bad Prince who is transformed into a beast and a fairy who makes dreams come true.

You can get a local Dunfermline service to near enough the door of the Alhambra but if you’re coming from further afield you can get a bus into Dunfermline bus station and the Alhambra is only a short walk away.

To make a day of it, why not head to Dunfermline early and grab a bite to eat. Plan your journey here.

Easter Bunny Breakfast – Dobbies Dunfermline

Dobbie’s in Dunfermline are hosting their Easter Bunny Breakfast from Friday 29th March to Monday 1st April. Children between the ages of 3 and 10 can go for breakfast and enjoy activities and games. Click the link above to find out everything you can do for both children and adults!

If you want to spend more of the day at Fife Leisure Park, there’s loads to do with all of the family, including watching a movie, having a game of mini golf, eating some tasty good or hitting the bowling alley! Find out more here.

Dobbie’s is located in the Fife Leisure Park, and we have services 19, X24 and X27 all pass through the park getting to and from there. You can plan your journey here.

Aberdour Easter Egg Trail

Get ready for a historic Easter trail through some of the most iconic sites including castles, abbeys and forts. Join the fun at Aberdour Castle between Friday 29th March and Monday 1st April from 10am to 4.30pm.

Our service 7 stops close to Aberdour Castle and if you want to find out what times you can go then plan your journey on our website.

Crail Easter Craft & Food Fayre

Easter at the Crail Community Hall promises to be a great two day event for the whole family. On Saturday the 30th and Sunday the 31st March there will be arts, crafts and food stalls in the small and large halls and their popular café will be open on both days.

Our 95 service stops right outside the Crail Community Hall making it an easy decision to ditch the car and make a family day out to remember. Plan your journey here.

 

Easter Holidays

Fife Leisure Park – Dunfermline

Fife Leisure Park is home to many entertainment places suitable for all age ranges in the family. Go see a movie at the Odeon, go bowling at Hollywood Bowl or put your golf skills to the test at Adventure Golf Island. There are also plenty of places in the park to go and enjoy something to eat with something for everyone.

We have services 19, X24 and X27 all pass through the park getting to and from there. You can plan your journey here.

Lochore Meadows

If the weather turns out to be nice over the Easter Holidays (fingers crossed!), then there’s nothing better than a nice walk or cycle around Lochore Meadows. There is certainly plenty of space for the children to run around and tire themselves out!

Our 19 service stops right outside the main entrance to the park making it super easy to get there. If you’re interested in visiting the meadows during the holidays, then plan your journey with us.

Cowdenbeath Leisure Centre

Based in the heart of Cowdenbeath, a family day out to the swimming pool at the Cowdenbeath Leisure Centre could be an ideal day.

Services 19, 31 and 33 go past bus stops close by to the Leisure Centre and you can plan your journey to and from right here.

Oliver! – Carnegie Hall – Dunfermline

A favourite with many, Oliver! Returns to the Carnegie Hall in Dunfermline from Thursday 4th April to Saturday 6th April. Show times are 7.30pm on the 4th and 5th and two shows on the 6th at 2pm and 7.30pm. Family tickets are available for the show.

The Carnegie Hall is a short walk from Dunfermline bus station so any services going into the bus station you can jump on. Plan your journey here.

The Three Little Pigs – Adam Smith Theatre – Kirkcaldy

The Adam Smith Theatre in Kirkcaldy is showing The Three Little Pigs on Saturday 6th April. This is a brand-new musical adventure with new catchy songs, dancing and plenty of audience participation for all ages. The show starts at 2pm.

There is a bus stop right outside the Adam Smith Theatre or if you’re looking for something to eat you can get off at Kirkcaldy bus station and head to the High Street. Plan your journey with us.

Frosty’s Soft Play Centre – Forfar

Families in Forfar or the surrounding area have Frosty’s Soft Play Centre to enjoy and keep the little ones entertained during the Easter holidays. If you want to stay a little longer you can also enjoy some food at the Centre.

Our local 20 and 21 services stop near by Frosty’s meaning you’ll only have a short distance to walk to get there. Plan your journey with us.

Montrose Basin Nature Reserve

If the weather is kind during the holidays and you’re in the Montrose area, why not take in some fresh air and see some wildlife at the Montrose Basin Nature Reserve? The visitor centre is open 10.30am to 5pm daily.

Our local service 30 stops right outside the Nature Reserve making it easy to get to by bus. You can plan your journey here.