The Story Behind THE EGG HUNT
THE EGG HUNT started as one of Mr. Mixologist's ideas to bring the community and local businesses together. The very first event was held in Easter 2016, when 11 amazing local Consett businesses joined forces to fund a free event for the people of Consett.
With just two weeks to pull it all together, Dan (AKA Mr. Mixologist) created an event that exceeded all expectations, welcoming almost 250 attendees!
In 2020, THE EGG HUNT came to a halt, but it was reborn in 2021 as THE EGG DROP. During a challenging time for everyone, 20 local businesses stepped up to help Dan deliver 100 Easter baskets, packed with sweets, crafts, and games for kids in Consett. And yes, Dan even dressed up as the Easter Bunny! 🐰
In 2024, THE EGG HUNT returned in full force, with incredible community efforts to fundraise for the event. From business sponsorships and an Amazon Wishlist to supermarket collections in Morrisons and Tesco, the event showed how Consett’s spirit of togetherness always shines through.
Now, in 2025, we’re ready to make it bigger and better than ever! Thank you for being part of this amazing journey – let’s make this year’s event truly unforgettable!
HOW you can help...
CASH DONATION
You can donate to the event by giving a cash donation through the Mr Mix secure link.
The reason we don't have a Just Giving page is due to the amount of charges they take. You can buy a £5, £10, £20, £50 or £100 donation.
All donations are used to purchase Easter Eggs, Toys, sweets and Refreshments to give out on THE EGG HUNT.
AMAZON WISH LIST
You can also buy items from The EGG HUNT Amazon wish list which is full of toys, crafts and other items that will be given out on the day.
These come directly to Mr Mix and as always go out on the day of The EGG HUNT for the kids on the day of the event.
BUsiness sponsorship
💡 Sponsorship Options:
£30 + 2 Vouchers (vouchers are used as prizes for parents)
£50 + 1 Voucher (vouchers are used as prizes for parents)
£100 Sponsorship
Larger Sponsorships Appreciated!
How the egg hunt works...
Mr Mix and his team of volunteers will be hidden at iconic locations across Consett and your job is to find them!
A Map of the locations will be available for the event then a photo of the location and clues will be revealed of the location to help you find them with a table packed full of Easter Eggs and Prizes!
You’ll have to be quick though! Each location will be live for approximately 1 hour before we move to the next location.
Prizes are given out as fairly as possible encouraging everyone to take fairly from the table ensuring all children get an equal amount of prizes! The same goes for adults!
Have a look at previous years photos!
I hope you can join in!
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