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14 Low-Cost Outdoor Half-Term Activities for All Weather Fun

Half-term is the perfect time to get outside, even when the weather is cold and unpredictable! ❄️☔ It’s easy to fall into the trap of staying indoors, but fresh air and movement are great for burning off energy and boosting mood—for both kids and adults! The best part? Outdoor fun doesn’t have to cost a […]

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How to Make the Perfect Den: Creative Tips for a Cozy and Fun Hideaway

Today I am delighted to be sharing with you how to make the perfect Den. This post is in celebration of A Year of Nature Craft and Play (Harper Collins). A brand new book by gardening expert Catherine Hughes and well-being author Becky Goddard-Hill (who I am delighted to call a friend).  In it, they

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15 Spring Outdoor Activities for Kids | Fun and Engaging Ideas

Oh I adore Spring.  The lighter nights, the warmer days and the promise of things to come.  We are a pretty active family and the boys take the opportunity of lighter night to play outside.  In fact they don’t come home until we go find them and can often be found playing football under the light of

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Getting Outside in All Weathers with the Family | Tips for Year-Round Fun

I am as guilty as others at looking out of the window and thinking of things that we can do inside to escape the weather rather than embracing the weather and getting some fresh air.  So I am dedicating this week’s something for the weekend to getting us outside and encouraging our children outside too.

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