Ideas for New Year’s Eve Celebrations with Children – Lockdown Life
Many people believe Christmas is a time for children, but when it comes to New Year’s Eve - it’s all about the adults. But there is no reason why children…
Best Children’s Outdoor Games and Activities for Social Distancing
The current coronavirus restrictions don’t mean that kids can’t play together and enjoy nature. Social distancing measures in the UK require us to keep two metres apart from each other…
What To Do Over Halloween 2020
2020 has been a year like no other, but just like any other year children still want to have fun at Halloween. To help you keep your little horrors happy,…
Easter fun with Captain Fantastic
The flowers are blooming, blossoms are smattering the trees, and the parks and fields are bursting full of life. Spring has definitely sprung, and Easter is upon us! The Easter…
How to Host a Virtual Playdate
The closure of schools and new social distancing have made it difficult for children to stay in touch with their friends or going to playdates. In addition, adding extra pressure…
Spy Party – Everything You Need To Know To Succeed!
With the launch of our NEW 'Spy Party' package this month and the newest James Bond film, here are some of our own top party ideas to help you create…
Halloween fancy dress ideas for 2019
Getting dressed up as your favourite character, or your favourite ghoul, is one of the best things about Halloween. Whether you’re going out trick or treating, staying in with some…
7 Super ways to entertain kids of different ages
With the weather getting colder and wetter you might be looking at ways to entertain groups of children of different ages. Whether they're your own or you're hosting a family…
Captain Fantastic’s Bonfire Night Tips
The evenings are much darker and there is a crispness in the air. Autumn is well and truly here and along with it, all of our favourite seasonal celebrations.If you’re…
Parties for Active Kids
Getting kids up and active is a fantastic way to energise your guests and get everyone in the party mood. Whether you’re hosting a themed event or simply want to…
Seven Super Ways to mark the End of Term
It’s that time of year again! The kids are bouncing around full of beans and you’re completely exhausted after a long, tiring school year. Whether you're a teacher, a PTA…
10 ways to improve your child’s confidence
A lack of confidence can impact on your child in a variety of ways. They may find it difficult to make friends, find social situations tough or they could struggle…