By Mollie Foster

Want to feel the festive fun, while on a budget? We’ve come up with 8 things for everyone to do to avoid the winter slump and gloomy season.

 

1. Movie day

What’s better than spending the wintery days tucked up in your comfiest PJ’s in front of the telly- especially in midwinter, when Christmas films take over. If you arer all too familiar with a movie day and want to make it more adventurous, why not relive your childhood and watch festive films from inside a fort made out of blankets and pillows- it’s not just for kids, us grown up’s can have fun too!

2. Christmas baking

Nothing says Christmas more than home made baking! Gingerbread, Christmas cake, mince pies, cinnamon muffins- there’s hundreds of festive recipes for you to try out!

3. Christmas market shopping

Head down to the Christmas market in the town center, for the ultimate festive feeling! Decorated chalets filled with unique gifts from around the world, are a perfect place to start your Christmas shopping. And if you want to feel that extra bit of merry, then pop into the moose bar.

4. Hit the beach

Summer has gone, but that doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to the beach. Hitting the beach in the winter months is just as fun. When your are fresh faced and wrapped up warm in jumpers and wellies, as you watch the waves crash.

5. Ski the slopes!

We are not all lucky to be able to hit the slopes this season, so we’ll make do with the alternative. The local Snowtrax activity centre provides activities for all ages, whether you prefer snow boarding, skiing or even ride the slopes in ringos!

6. Christmas jumper party

Fancy a change from all the dressed up nights out? Time to get dressed down and festive, in your Christmas jumpers instead! Have a girls night in with your favourite seasonal films, festive foods and fun games.

7. Make hampers

Struggling to think of Christmas gift ideas? Be creative and make hampers individualized to each person. Why not make your own jams or biscuits and add to a homemade food hamper. Or for a younger sister or girl friend, create a pamper hamper filled with goodies and the essential beauty products.

8. Fire camp out/in

A wintery evening is the perfect time to light up a fire, whether it’s an indoor fireplace or an outdoor one. Get cosy and warm while toasting some marshmallows! (Remember to stay safe). Add with some home made hot chocolate for a perfect chilly evening. For you hot chocolate lovers, add some festive ingredients, cinnamon, vanilla and orange work well in the winter.