Things to do

5 family friendly things to do in the North York Moors

Plum picking: Our guide to the best places in the UK

Plum Picking Farms

6 of the best ways to enjoy a family holiday on the Costa Dorada

For a beach holiday packed with family thrills and spills, head to Catalonia's golden coast

Blackberry Picking: Our guide to the best places in the UK

Find the best spot near you!

Apple and Pear Picking: Our guide to the best places in the UK

The perfect excuse for apple pie!

Glitter jars: How to make your own calm down jar or bottle

The perfect way to relax a stressed out child (or grown up, for that matter...)

Growing your own fruit and veg couldn’t be easier!

Growing your own fruit and veg can save you money, make you healthier AND can help to beat low moods. Follow our easy guide to get started!

Easter egg hunt: How to throw the ultimate Easter egg hunt party!

How to make photo frames using only washi tape

Cheap, easy and fun to make photo frames using washi tapes.

How to do vegetable printing

Vegetable printing is lots of fun for little ones to try. All you need is potatoes, carrots and celery to make these simple but impressive crafts.

How to make pop-coloured vases from old bottles

Add a spray of colour to your interiors with these super simple pop vases.

How to make dreamcatchers

Craft a super simple dreamcatcher to chase the bad dreams away

22 incredible kids’ toys you can make from cardboard boxes

Step away from the recycling box!

Fun activities that will get the kids outside more

Make the outdoors fun and exciting with these entertaining and easy-to-do ideas...

The top parenting trends to try in 2017

Get the whole family together and make lots of new memories for 2017 with one – or all – of these top parenting trends

DIY kids’ studies: How to make your own homework area!

Say hello to some major homework HQ inspiration...

How to make play dough stress balls

We won't tell if you make this one without the kids...

How to make a mini bow and arrow

All ages will love playing with these super sweet bows and arrows

How to make string art

Create a thrifty, threaded canvas to display around the house. No sewing required!

How to make a play dough wand

Your little fairies will love sprinkling some magic with these fun wands

Kids Kitchen: Homemade kids thank you cards

These have got to be the cutest homemade kids thank you cards! So easy and fun to make

Homemade Santa plate

Add an extra 'ooo' to the excitement of Christmas Eve and make this personalised treat plate for Santa & Rudolph to enjoy

Homemade cardboard elf

For an extra sprinkle of Christmas cheer this year, make your little ones their very own cardboard elf

How to make your own Christmas crackers

Set your festive dinner off with a bang with these stylish striped crackers

Homemade Christmas wreath

It's easy to make your own Christmas wreath with our easy guide. Make this one for your front door from garden twigs and cheap decorations