Christmas and school holiday party ideas for kids, clubs and nurseries
Ideas for Christmas parties and holiday get togethers for children, from a family do to a whole nursery.
First birthday party ideas (that keep the baby happy too)
Relaxed, realistic first birthday party ideas for a baby who won’t remember it and parents who definitely will.
Party bag ideas that aren’t plastic tat
Thoughtful party bag ideas for every budget that won’t end up in the bin by Monday.
What to ask a children’s entertainer before you book
A plain list of the questions worth asking any children’s entertainer before you hand over a deposit.
How long should a kids party be? Timings by age and a sample running order
Party lengths that suit each age group, and a minute by minute plan for a classic two hour birthday party.
Kids party at home or in a hall: the honest pros and cons
Space, numbers, cost and mess: a straight comparison of home parties and hall parties to help you pick.
How to plan a kids party: a week by week timeline and checklists
A calm, step by step plan for a children’s party, starting eight weeks out and finishing on the day itself.
Party games for kids: classics and new ones, by age, with how to run them
Tried and tested party games for kids of every age, with plain instructions and the little tricks that stop tears.
Kids birthday party ideas by age, from 1 to 12
What children actually enjoy at each age from one to twelve, with birthday party ideas to match.
Kids party ideas that actually work (at home, in a hall, outdoors and on a budget)
A big, practical roundup of kids party ideas, sorted by where you’re holding it and how much you want to spend.