Collaborative post Are you looking for inspiration on ways to keep the family entertained this Easter? With a long break from school, the bank holiday weekend, and hopefully some sunny spring weather, this is a great opportunity to make the most of family time. But as you’re probably all too aware, the cost of days out, restaurants and entertainment can quickly add up. If you’re trying to keep costs down right now, and looking for ...
Why Liverpool is one of the best British cities
Collaborative post If you've never visited Liverpool, you might have an image of it as just another industrial city. But the reality of this famous city is actually a long way from that stereotype. Liverpool is a beautiful city with countless attractions, remarkable architecture, and many museums. As such it's well worth a visit if you're planning a UK holiday. Here's a quick guide to some of the must-see sights Liverpool has to ...
Fun outdoor activities with kids: free printable winter bucket list
Are you looking for easy and fun winter outdoor activities with kids? This free printable winter bucket list is packed with 40 outdoor play ideas, and is perfect for keeping the kids busy all season! Winter outdoor activities with kids Winter can be a tricky time to tempt the kids outside. There are less daylight hours, the weather can be cold and wet, and we all tend to feel the urge to cosy up inside. But winter is a fantastic season ...
Kids outdoor activities: free printable summer bucket list ideas
Are you looking for easy, fun kids outdoor activities this summer? This free printable summer bucket list has 40 things to do outside with kids, and is a brilliant way to keep them entertained and active! Summer kids outdoor activities Summer is a great time to head outside with the kids and have some fun. The days are lovely and long, the weather is mild, and there's so much to see and explore in nature. Add in the long school ...
Outdoor activities for kids: free printable spring bucket list
Do you need some inspiration on fun outdoor activities for kids this spring? This free printable spring bucket list for kids has 40 great ideas to keep them busy! Spring outdoor activities for kids Spring is such a great time of year to get outdoors with the kids and have some fun. The weather is (hopefully) warming up, the days are getting longer, and nature is coming to life. This all feels really exciting after the long months of ...
How to have a successful family day out
Collaborative post Can you believe we’re into October? It feels like the kids only went back to school a few days ago! With half-term looming on the horizon, I’m starting to think about ways to keep the kids entertained. We always have a bit of Halloween-themed craft and pumpkin fun on the go at this time of year, and I’ll definitely be getting my two helping out in the garden, but my list of ideas will also inevitably involve ...
What to pack for fun family days out
Do you have a packing list for family days out? It sounds super-organised, but in my experience it’s an absolute must! I’ve had my fair share of disasters in the past, when what should have been fun family days out have suffered from my shoddy packing. I’ve learned from experience that it’s important to avoid lugging around lots of unnecessary stuff, but at the same time you need to take a few essentials to make sure the day runs ...
Ideas for multigenerational days out
Collaborative post The school holidays are in full swing, have you got any days out planned? I’m very late with the summer activity planning this year. I usually have lots of things planned before the schools break up, but we went camping as soon as term ended, so all my focus was on that trip. Now we’re home I need to get myself organised! Whether you’re juggling childcare, heading off on holiday, or planning a staycation, ...
5 fun, low-cost family days out
Collaborative post The school holidays are almost upon us - are you ready?! I really look forward to having some much-needed downtime as a family at this time of year; everyone is usually pretty frazzled by the time we get to the end of term! But that doesn’t mean we’re going to sit around getting bored this summer; we’ve got a camping trip planned, and we’ll definitely be heading off on a few family days out. You probably know ...
My highlights from RHS Chatsworth Flower Show 2018
Show season is in full swing in the gardening world, and today sees the gates open at RHS Chatsworth Flower Show in Derbyshire. I went along yesterday for a sneak peak at what's on offer, and boy did I get a flower fix! The show is in a fantastic setting, with Chatsworth House as the backdrop, and the showground arranged around a beautiful river. There's a huge amount to see, including five show gardens, a selection of long borders, eight art ...