What to do during Twixmas
Looking for ideas of things to do during Twixmas, try these activities, and other ideas ahead of the new year
Seasonal
Baddesley Clinton at Christmas and The Snowman trail
Christmas visit to National Trust’s Baddesley Clinton in Warwickshire, to see the house Christmas displays and do the Snowman sculpture trail
Christmas at Blenheim Palace – Palace of Oz
Visiting the Christmas at Blenheim Palace displays, the Palace of Oz theme, along with the Christmas market for Winter 2025
Tips for family matching Christmas PJs
Here’s tips for family matching pjs, from getting best value for your money, where to buy and longevity
Advent calendars for teens and tweens
Ideas of advent calendars for teens and tweens, including both shop bought options and homemade DIY versions
Two patterns for crochet hearts ahead of Valentine’s day
Make one or both of these 2 patterns for crochet hearts, both easy enough for beginner to improver crocheters to try for Valentine’s Day
35+ things to do with apples
Apples are a really versatile fruit and easily grown in gardens. Here’s suggestions for things to do with apples, savoury and sweet.
Names for Father Christmas around the world
Here’s some of the many names for Father Christmas or Santa Claus from around the world
Tips for Christmas dinner to make it stress free
Try these stress free tips for Christmas dinner to prep ahead, feel in control and end up with a delicious family meal
How to make bauble clusters for Christmas
Guide on how to make bauble clusters for Christmas decorations, using mini baubles and wire to personalise to your decor
Neverland Christmas at Blenheim Palace
A trip to see the Neverland Christmas display at Blenheim Palace and the Christmas Market, for start of the season
