What are some free Christmas activities for kids?

Plenty of Christmas activities for kids cost nothing at all: a walk to see the neighbours' lights, paper snowflakes, a paper chain countdown, a festive treasure hunt and a family film night. Library books make a free Christmas story countdown. Off-peak entry to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland is also free in 2026 if you book an entry ticket in advance.

When is the last day to post a letter to Santa in 2026?

Royal Mail asks children to post their letters to Santa by Wednesday 9 December 2026. The address is Santa/Father Christmas, Santa's Grotto, Reindeerland, XM4 5HQ. Letters need a stamp and the sender's full name and address on the back so a reply can be sent.

What Christmas crafts are good for toddlers?

Toddlers enjoy crafts with big movements and quick results, like handprint cards, potato-print wrapping paper, sticking pom-poms onto pine cones and decorating ready-baked gingerbread with icing. Keep sessions short and choose washable paints.

When is Christmas Jumper Day 2026?

Christmas Jumper Day 2026 is on Thursday 10 December. Save the Children suggests a donation of £2 for adults and £1 for children, though people can give whatever they can afford.