Family & Kids

If you’re spending February half term at home, it helps to have a few ideas to fill the days - keeping everyone entertained (especially on a budget) isn’t as easy as it seems. The weather can be unpredictable, days can feel long, and the kids’ energy levels don’t always match your to-do list!

That’s why we’ve pulled together nine low-faff activities, from arts and crafts to outdoor exploring. There’s enough here to cover every day of half term (including the weekends), so you can mix and match depending on what everyone’s in the mood for.
Create some paper animals

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Get 3 for 2 on back to school accessories! It’s time to get those school supplies sorted in this limited time offer.