The Twits
Outwit The Twits this Easter at Wakehurst!
Dates and times
4 to 22 April 2025
9am between 18 to 21 April 2025 for Wakehurst and Kew members only.
10am on all other dates.
Last entry to the trail: 3.30pm
Location
Follow the signs to the Mission Hut
Price
'Don't be a Twit!' activity sheet and badge: £4
Child day entry to Wakehurst: Free
Adult day entry to Wakehurst: £18.50
Wakehurst, Kew and National Trust members: Free
Don’t be a Twit!
This Easter holidays, get ready for a truly rotten visit to Wakehurst as Roald Dahl’s iconic story The Twits is brought to life with an activity trail through our stunning spring landscape!
Get ready to outwit those rotten Twits! Rummage through Mr Twit’s beard, help worms escape wormy spaghetti, hop like a Giant Skillywiggler, make some mucky mud pies plus much more, as you have lots of fun overcoming Mr and Mrs Twit’s nasty tricks!
Get ready to follow the trail, finding hidden letters, to solve the puzzle and earn a ‘Don’t be a Twit’ badge!
‘Don’t be a Twit!’ activity sheet and badge: £4
Once you've taken on the trail, soak up spring beauty and explore the gardens, or rest your legs on the croquet lawn and enjoy a picnic, a selection of hot and cold food and drink from our cafés, or food and drink from Bolt Espresso and Happy Go Souvlaki.
Head to important information to help you plan your visit.
Please note:
- This event takes place in a dog-free part of the gardens so please do not bring your dog to this event.
- Storytelling on the Mansion Lawn at 11.30am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm.
Exclusive for members
Get a head start on the trail - Wakehurst and Kew members can book from 9am over the Easter weekend with early member openings between 18 and 21 April inclusive.
While you’re at Wakehurst
Marvel at spring colour and don’t miss seasonal hotspots including the Water Gardens, the Iris Dell, the spring border of the Mansion Pond, and bluebells in Bethlehem Wood.
© 2025 The Roald Dahl Story Company Ltd / Quentin Blake. ROALD DAHL is a registered trademark of The Roald Dahl Story Company Ltd. www.roalddahl.com
- This event takes place in a dog-free part of the gardens so please do not bring your dog to this event.
- The Twits trail will go ahead come rain or shine! Check the forecast before you travel so that you can arrive prepared.
- Please note that adults do not need a separate ticket for this activity aside from their day entry. Purchasing a ‘Don’t be a Twit’ mission does not include entry to the gardens or car parking for the day.
- Please note – some of the activities can be enjoyed free of charge, but for the full experience, including activity worksheet and a beautiful embroidered badge, purchase the ‘Don’t be a Twit’ mission.
- We're looking forward to welcoming you to the gardens this Easter. The holidays can be a busy time for us and our car park can fill up during peak times in the morning. In the event that our car park is at capacity, we may need to ask you to come back later in the day.
- Looking for a quieter visit? The gardens are typically quieter after lunch, with last entry to the The Twits trail at 3.30pm. We appreciate your understanding as we work to ensure the best experience for all our visitors.
