Make the most of a sunny day out by finding somewhere of special interest to enjoy a relaxing and fun alfresco lunch.

Get your walking boots out and be inspired by these great easy and moderate walking trails around the UK – from routes with ghost stories to amazing landscapes for the keen walker.

Beyond the fun you share, owning a pet can bring other unexpected benefits to your life.

Surprise your family by getting in a few silly practical jokes before they do – and have a giggle in the spring school holiday.

Use spaces big and small in clever ways and make a dedicated area where kids can play; fun for kids and even the grown-ups.

Great cheap and even free family activities to enjoy all over the UK this month.

Ways to keep the kids busy during the spring break and on bank holidays. With school holidays taking up at least a quarter of every year, juggling kids activities with your schedule can be a real struggle.

It’s great to get out and stretch yourselves, and kids will enjoy outdoor games even if it’s wet and windy

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Simple ways you can create a special festive day with fun family activities that everyone will remember. We celebrate the Christmas season in different ways but we all want to make it special - family time that’s that bit different from the rest of the year. Why not try these ideas to capture that magical mood?

Keep it simple and fun, and you can organise a festive gathering of family and friends in no time.

Presents for men in your life - husbands, dads, sons and friends – can be the trickiest to buy, but not with our savvy list of inspired Christmas gift ideas!

These tips will help you make sure you go from having gift ideas to having them all wrapped up, without missing anything. Save time and money by getting the right gifts for the ones you love.

If you don’t have time or energy to spend weeks planning for Christmas, here are some shortcuts to get Christmas in the bag over just two days. Reduce stress for this year’s Christmas shop with these time saving solutions.

Christmas is an expensive time of year; these ideas for saving money can help. By planning ahead and organizing your spending you can keep your money under control.

When you’ve bought your friends and relatives all the vases and books they need, it’s time for fresh inspiration to help you find Christmas gifts with a difference.

When you buy a gift online be sure to follow these handy hints to save time and find the perfect present. With a bit of planning and online research you can avoid the high street crowds and get the most of internet shopping by avoiding the common pitfalls.

Beyond a picnic in the park, why not try these useful ways to enjoy a memorable trip out without spending any cash?

Fresh ideas for throwing landmark parties and family gatherings.