Have a blast with these seasonal games, some indoors, some outdoors, some traditional and others we've just made up...
Poor Pussy
This is a great game to play when you have a large group of different generations together.
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And Here It Is… Merry Christmas!
Mal: Now that it’s December the Christmas records (yes, that’s the vinyl) and CDs can be dusted off and come out to play. We have a ban on Christmas music the rest of the year – if anyone so much as starts humming ‘Jingle Bells’ from January to November we jump on them – but come early December, the Christmas-themed tunes are played full blast until the end of the year.
The kids have their favourites: Edie demands The Ronettes’ version of ‘I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus’ and The Beach Boys’ ‘Santa’s Got An Airplane’ on constant replay, unless Maudie can get to the CD player to load Darlene Love’s ‘Marshmallow World’ first.
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Guess How Many?
Loud fun that keeps young ones amused for quite a long time on wintry afternoons…
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Christmas Consequences
A good game to play after Christmas lunch, when you need a quiet sit down but still want to do something seasonal together.
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Hare and Hounds
This is great fun if you’re in the wilds but just as good in urban areas, where you can lay trails through a park or round local streets.
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Christmas Cards for Children
Children often need a bit of help making Christmas cards so it doesn't turn into too much of a slog. Here are a few favourite tricks to make the experience a lot of fun.
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Christmas Cards for Adults
How about making your own Christmas cards this year? Friends and family will love the memorable personal touch and all you need are some basic craft materials and a bit of inspiration...
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Twirl the Trencher
A simple old-fashioned children's game that was traditionally played on Christmas Day.
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Christmas Teakettle
A guessing game – give it a Christmas or theme of your choice by choosing seasonal activities for your hidden word.
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Keep On
A vocal version of hot/cold where you sing along to keep the action moving.
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