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Seasonal
Some hints, hacks and tips aren’t needed all year long, so I’ve created a place for seasonal content. That way, you can dip in and out of, depending on the time of year.
To ensure that this section made sense, I’ve broken the content down into the following sub categories:
But make sure you check these articles out:
Save cash with these cheap Valentine’s Day ideas
The best Halloween activities for babies
Guy Fawkes facts for kids: who needs a storybook?
How to spend Betwixmas: the clue is in the name
Make the most of these hints, tips and tricks! All seasonal content is listed below, in date order.
The East Lancashire Railway (in Lancashire) | A review of The East Lancs Railway Santa Specials
The East Lancs Railway Santa Specials are always popular. But are these Christmas-themed journeys, in Bury (Greater Manchester), worth experiencing?…
9 of the best Christmas Eve box ideas for adults | Ideas for for grown ups who fancy an extra Christmas treat
It’s Christmas! But why should the kids have all the fun? Adults can get involved with all of the traditions…
When their birthday falls near Xmas | Tips for navigating a Christmas birthday
As a summer baby, I never used to give much thought to those with Christmas birthdays. My beloved Grandma was…
RHS Bridgewater Glow | Should you book tickets for the RHS Garden Bridgewater lights trail?
The RHS Garden Bridgewater opened up in May 2021. The gardens are close to where I grew up, so when…
Using the 4 gift rule to stop gifts galore | Why we’ve adopted the four present rule (for now at least)
The 4 gift rule is a gifting trend that became popular in 2018. People tend to have strong views about…
Magical Christmas traditions that you can start
There are hundreds, if not thousands of magical Christmas traditions. And they’re yours for the taking! Just because you haven’t…
Jam pies over mince pies! | The best mince pie alternative
I’m not the biggest fan of mince pieces, because I don’t particularly like the lumps. Traditional Christmas pudding and Christmas…
24 advent activities | These advent activity ideas are bound to get you in the Christmas spirit
December is an expensive time for most. The cost of Christmas gifts, food, social events and activities can soon add…
Hosting a Secret Santa game | Make sure your game of Secret Santa is a success with these top tips
In my previous workplace, I always took charge of the annual Secret Santa game. Not because I’m a natural organiser,…