Christmas, how to make it special in 2020
It seems crazy early to start talking about Christmas but we’re currently less than 2 months away! So it’s definitely on all of our minds. For many people this year will be tough, they may be suffering mentally or facing financial uncertainty. We will likely have to miss out on many of the social events […]
How to keep the kids entertained at home
This year has been the most unusual year. We’ve all had our highs and lows. Family life is definitely taking a hit, whether it’s being isolated from our loved ones, or being stuck in the same 4 walls as them! Everyone’s life has been turned upside down. How did you start lockdown? Whichever you went with, there […]
How to celebrate Halloween in 2020
Fun things to do at home
We have all been affected by the current climate. While many people are trying to carrying on as normal as possible, some of us are having to adapt to be able to look after our children at home and work. This can be stressful but we’ve come up with some ideas to make a difficult […]
Half term outdoor activities for your family
With half-term approaching fast you may start to feel overwhelmed but rest assured we have some fun and exciting ideas for the whole family. So sit back, enjoy a cup of tea whilst you read all about the activities and ideas we have for you. The National Trust This is one of the best outdoor […]
How to use your trampoline for kids
So you think a trampoline for kids is just for bouncing, do you? Wrong! Your trampoline is a place for your kids to exercise and use their fantastic imaginations. Bouncy Ball Mayhem All of our trampolines currently have an amazing enclosure to keep your children safe, but they also keep ball pool balls in! You […]
The big outdoor challenge
What do you and your children love doing together, scooting outdoors, visiting the zoo, going on rollercoasters? Visting the world outdoors has lots of lovely benefits on health and happiness for your family. Some of our favourite things about the outdoors are the animals, whether they’re little pups at the park, cows on the countryside […]
Childrens Christmas gift ideas that encourage family time and adventures
Are you feeling festive yet? Yes, we know Christmas is several weeks away but things are going to ramp up really quickly. Perhaps this year you just don’t want the hassle of keeping up with the best sellers. Perhaps you would love to avoid redesigning your house to accommodate all of the extra toys! Christmas […]
Trick or Treat Safety!
Halloween is super fun. You get to dress up as your favourite super heroes, cute kitties or as you siblings worst nightmare! But we also want you to keep safe on your adventures into the great and spooky outdoors. Here are our top tips! Know your route. Make sure you and your children know the […]
17 fun things to do outdoors
We firmly support messy play and enjoying the great outdoors. We have so many ideas on doing outdoors with children that we’ve put together this list of 17 ideas. No.1 – Balance Rocks First up on our things to do outdoors list, head down to the beach, and balance rocks. Feeling a bit competitive? You […]
Epic Play steps into spring
Yay – What’s that we can see in the sky? A blue sky at that! Glorious sunshine. Sadly, we all know that the sun might not be here to stay but certainly as we move into spring we will find ourselves encouraging our little ones to play outside and enjoy the sun. Playing in the […]
What to Buy an 8 Year Old for Christmas
Do you have an epic 8-year-old in your family? If, like many others, you are struggling to decide what to buy for your kids, then fear not. We have put together a list of the most popular toys for children aged 8 years old. Be sure to browse our online shop to find more epic […]
What to buy a 4 year old for Christmas
Choosing Christmas presents can be difficult, especially for kids. You want to buy them something they will truly enjoy, something they will get the most amount of fun from, rather than something that will be forgotten by Boxing Day. In this article, we look at five epic toys that make ideal Christmas presents for 4-year-olds. […]
Top 5 Toys for Smaller Gardens
As the weather warms up, cools down, warms up, cools down, changes to rain, hail, snow and then warms up slightly, we know that Summer is coming! When summer arrives, it’s great to get the kids outside in the garden, but for those who don’t have a huge amount of space, it is still possible […]
Top 5 Water Toys for your garden
Get ready for the Summer! There’s nothing better than water on a hot day, be it in a pool, sprayed across the garden or simply played with. Water toys turn a good summer into an epic summer! Here are our top 5 water toys, to get your kids outside, cooling off and having fun. Smoby […]
Should You Buy a Trampoline or Buy a Bouncy Castle?
Summer is coming and you’re no doubt preparing your garden for the (hopefully) hot weather. One of the most popular garden features are trampolines and bouncy castles. Both are great fun, great for exercise and are surprisingly affordable, but there are clear benefits of each of them. We have a wide selection of trampolines and […]
5 Reasons to Get a Climbing Frame for Your Kids
When it comes to outdoor play, climbing has been a kids’ favourite for a long time. Climbing frames in parks are often popular, but with so many affordable options available to suit gardens of all sizes, could a climbing frame be the right thing for you to buy for your outdoor space? There are many […]
Top 5 Christmas Presents for Active Kids
Are your kid’s future sports stars? Do they love running, jumping and bouncing? We previously picked out 5 toys for imaginative kids, but this week we’re showcasing the perfect Christmas presents for active children. 1. Samba Goals Let’s start with these fantastic football goals. Available in different sizes to suit children of all ages, and […]
2015s Top 5 Christmas Presents for Under £100
Christmas is coming, which can mean lots of expenses, so here at Epic Play, we’ve selected some of our best gift ideas for under £100! Tiny Balance Bike This TinyBike is a fantastic small-sized bike to help 2-4-year-olds learn the crucial skills of balance. With this Tiny Bike Training Bike, children can progress onto normal […]
5 Benefits of Pretend Play
Pretend play or role playing requires children to use their imaginations, think for themselves and create fun. This sort of activity isn’t just play, it is a way for them to learn and develop. Assisting them in this, by providing them with the tools they need can help them to come up with scenarios and […]