Boxing Day is the day after the big build up, when the house is full, the fridge is full and nobody has the energy to go anywhere. Here are ideas for a good day at home.
Play Your New Games
Most homes have at least one new board game or puzzle by Boxing Day. Get it out after breakfast, before anyone loses the instructions.
An Escape Room On The TV
A good one for a mixed group, because everyone can join in from the sofa. Harbour House is a murder case for detective fans. Silent Night is a Christmas ghost story for grown ups, about an hour long, and it saves as you go. If the children want a go first, Old McDonald’s Farm is free and takes ten minutes.
Leftovers Feast
Turkey sandwiches, bubble and squeak, a pie with whatever is left. Let everyone build their own plate.
A Film Marathon
Pick a series and watch them in order, or let everyone choose one film each.
A Boxing Day Walk
Even a short one helps. Wrap up, get some air, come back for a hot drink.
Family Quiz
Each person writes one round of five questions about themselves or the year. The person who knows the family best wins.
Start A Jigsaw
A big jigsaw on the dining table is perfect for the slow days between Christmas and New Year.
Plan Next Year
Write down the best bits of this Christmas and what you want to do differently. It makes a nice family tradition, and you will be glad of it next November.
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