The Messenger wishes all our readers and advertisers a happy Easter - don't forget to check Thursday's paper for all the wonderful pictures from this weekend.

Hats off to pupils at Joydens Wood Infant School for some truly egg-cellent headwear at the school’s Easter bonnet fair.

Youngsters decorated hats with eggs, rabbits and chicks to celebrate the impending arrival of masses of chocolate, before parading them in front of proud parents and staff.

See image gallery below

Cake-making, face-painting and card-decorating also kept families entertained throughout the day.

Our photographer has been to schools, play groups and community events to capture all the celebrations.

See Thursday's Gravesend and Dartford Messengers.

Easter activities