Things to Do

20 events to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee

By Kim Jones, May 21, 2012

Enjoy the long weekend and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee with our round-up of 20 family friendly events happening around the country

The joys of family camping

By Tara King, May 21, 2012

Imagine the scene: a crackling log fire, you're wrapped up in blankets sipping hot chocolate or a glass of wine whilst gazing at the stars, kids tucked up fast asleep after a care-free day running free in the countryside. Camping can be blissful.

20 fun things to do in May with your family

By Kim Jones, May 1, 2012

Keep boredom at bay and embrace the warm weather with our top 20 things to do this May for families whatever the age of your children

Olympic games...without the tickets!

By James Moore, Apr 25, 2012

If you couldn’t get tickets for the Olympic Games you can still enjoy a flavour of London 2012 without them with our fun ideas

Easter Crafts: Step-by-step guides to creating your favourite children's characters

By parentdish.co.uk, Apr 5, 2012

Fun and easy Easter crafts to makes at home with your children from Hobbycraft

20 weird and wacky world days to celebrate with your kids

By James Moore, Apr 4, 2012

Our calendar of fun world day events is perfect for giving you new ideas for busting boredom and putting a smile on your children’s faces

Ha Ha Hairies: The weird new pre-school characters making their TV debut

By Liz Stansfield, Apr 2, 2012

Watch our exclusive clip of the new children’s TV show Ha Ha Hairies on Parentdish

Ahoy there: The Pirates! Exclusive preview clip and activity sheets

By Liz Stansfield, Mar 26, 2012

Exclusive film clip and print and colour activity sheets to celebrate the new Aardman animation, The Pirates!

20 fun family things to do in March

By Kim Jones, Mar 1, 2012

Spring is here! Keep everyone occupied and happy wherever you are and whatever the age of your children with our top 20 activities this month

20 things to do this February half term

By Kim Jones, Feb 2, 2012

Keep the peace this half term with these 20 fun family events to keep everyone occupied, wherever you are and whatever your budget

How to make: Valentine's Day stained glass hearts

By Anna Ranson, Feb 2, 2012

Create some beautiful, stained glass effect hearts with simple materials for beautiful Valentine's decorations! Everyone from toddlers to adults can make them easily.