A much-loved safari park is bringing classic stories to life this Easter.
Longleat is launching Once Upon an Easter, running from March 28 to April 19, and celebrating World Book Day and the National Year of Reading.
Scott Ashman, head of operations at Longleat, said: "As it’s the National Year of Reading, it was the perfect opportunity to bring classic children’s tales to life in interactive experiences for our guests.
"We’ll have characters at each trail area, and those that complete each literary adventure can earn a chocolate treat to celebrate Easter."
Four themed zones will immerse visitors in favourites including The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Wind in the Willows, and Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
Activities will include joining the Mad Hatter’s tea party and following the yellow brick road.
Longleat House will also feature an Easter exhibition titled Down the Rabbit Hole and Beyond, displaying rare first editions of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and The Wind in the Willows, as well as the illustrated edition of The Three Bears by Walter Crane.
This year also marks 60 years since Longleat opened its safari park, the first drive-through safari outside Africa.
To celebrate, an Anniversary Garden Party will be held on April 11 and 12, featuring hot air balloons, classic 1960s cars, live entertainment, market stalls, and garden games.
Mr Ashman said: "We can’t wait to celebrate our 60th anniversary with our guests.
"We are also celebrating those who also turn 60 in April, with free entry to the garden party."
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