Sunny days are great for simple activities like picnics and ball games. This can be done as close to home as in the back garden!Organise a treasure hunt around your home and garden with clues and treats for the children to find

1 – Hold your own mini Olympics with games that require little equipment… a sack race with pillowcases, a tug of war with a dressing gown belt! Use your imagination.

2 – If outside is dry, wrap up and go to the park or a nice walk somewhere quiet with the children with a flask of hot chocolate – sure to go down a treat!

3 – If you have a tent, you could arrange a camping trip in your garden with the children for one night!

4 – Kites are great if it is a windy day and they can be bought from bargain shops very cheaply