Banish the January Blues: Five UK family activities for under £5
As the new year begins, January is the perfect time for families to explore fun, affordable activities which can brighten up the winter months without breaking the bank. From cozy indoor experiences to bracing outdoor adventures, there is no shortage of ways to keep the whole family entertained. From discovering fascinating museums to sharing a sweet treat with your loved ones, there are lots of opportunities to create lasting memories.
Explore a Local Museum: There are plenty of free-to-enter museums in the UK which simply ask for a small donation where possible. From the Natural History Museum in London to the National Railway Museum in York, to the Tate Galleries (London, Liverpool, St Ives), visiting museums are a great way to spend the day and learn something new at the same time.
Take the family for an affordable and delicious sweet treat: For a simple way to add a little lift into the day, Creams Café and its award-winning range of desserts are the perfect combination: indulgent, tasty an affordable. With over 20 treats for customers to choose from all under £5 – from hot chocolates to hot gelattes, soft swirl sundaes and gelato – a trip to Creams is the perfect way to beat the January blues.
Take Part in a Community Winter Event: Many local councils and libraries host free or low-cost winter activities for children in January, from story times to craft sessions. For example, Manchester Libraries will be hosting free story time sessions every Saturday in January for young children, while at Birmingham Library there will be winter themed craft workshops for under £3 per child.
Enjoy the cold crisp weather at a National Trust Winter Trail: Select National Trust locations offer themed treasure hunts or guided walks, including Hughenden Manor (Buckinghamshire), Clumber Park (Nottinghamshire), and Killerton House (Devon) where visitors can Explore nature trails with interactive activities like winter wildlife spotting.
Visit a city farm: city farms create the opportunity to meet animals up close and personal as well as having an educational twist. From Mudchute Park and Farm in London (free entry and low-cost workshops) to St Werburghs City Farm in Bristol (Free to visit with winter activity days such as bushcraft and seasonal crafts for under £5).
In addition, this January Creams Café has launched its new range of Hot Chocolates, perfect for those looking for a warming cup of indulgence. All priced at £4.75, the hot chocolates are rich and indulgent, and include the classic Rich Hot Chocolate, the Churros Hot Chocolate and the Tiramisu Hot Chocolate, all launching on Tuesday 7 January.
The full range of Creams Café delights – available for under £5 each – are available in over 100 locations nationwide now.