HUNDREDS of children braved the snow to hunt for eggs during one of the coldest Easter weekends in 50 years.
Family activities were organised in stately homes, parks and villages.
The Easter Bunny hopped round to Sewerby Hall and Gardens, near Bridlington, and children searched Burton Agnes Hall near Driffield for chocolate eggs hidden in the grounds.
David Steer, 30, took his family to Burton Agnes for the Easter egg hunt.
Mr Steer, who went to the hall with wife Melanie and children Isabella, five, and Oscar, two, said: "The kids had a really good time.
"Kids have fun, whatever the weather.
"The sun was out to begin with and, just as we were leaving, there was a snow flurry."
Although the weather has yet to warm up, Mr Steer, who lives in Anlaby Common, said families still flocked to the hall.
He said: "It was fairly busy, considering the weather.
"There were a lot of people there."
More than 2,000 people came to the hall's Easter celebrations.
Anna Tindall, marketing and events manager at Burton Agnes, said the hunt was as popular as ever.
She said: "It went really well – we were quite surprised.
"The blue skies drew everyone in.
"I think it's the coldest Easter in 50 years but it definitely doesn't stop people coming."
Although there was some afternoon snow, families were determined not to be put off by the weather.
Ms Tindall said: "The snow came at about 2pm out of nowhere, off the sea.
"It lasted about half an hour and then it was blue skies again."
The hall's owner, Simon Cunliffe-Lister, said: "Our children really look forward to the Easter egg hunt – they love searching for chocolate Easter eggs and meeting the Easter Bunny.
"We love sharing our home with visitors who enjoy the Easter celebrations as much as we do."
At Sewerby Hall, Easter celebrations kicked off a string of activities for the school holidays.
A quiz sheet was on offer for children on Sunday, giving winners the chance to scoop a prize from the gift shop.
The Easter Bunny showed off his balloon modelling skills and families watched Punch and Judy shows in the Orangery.
Yesterday, the Forest Fairy collected ingredients with children in the hall's woodlands to make a magic potion.
Rusticus Theatre Arts workshops are being held today at the hall and the Sewerby Pirate is visiting to take families on a treasure hunt around the estate. Tomorrow, there will be a Magic Day with balloon modelling and face painting.
Donkey rides from the bandstand will also be available.
Admission charges apply to Sewerby Hall visitors in the Easter holidays.
Entry costs £4.80 for adults, £4.20 for over-60s and £3 for children aged three to 15.
Call 01262 673769 or visit www.eastriding.gov.uk/sewerby for more information.
