The best gifts aren’t always the ones wrapped under the tree — they’re the ones that bring everyone together. Whether it’s a board game that ends in giggles, matching pyjamas for movie night, or a creative project that keeps the kids busy on a rainy afternoon, family gifts can turn Christmas into an experience rather than a pile of packaging.
There are various ways that clever interior designers enhance small spaces to make them feel larger and more inviting. You can spend ages trying to make a little room appealing, and to no avail. But from multi-functional furniture to vertical space, here are some of the best hacks.
Let’s be honest — dads are notoriously difficult to buy for. Ask what they’d like for Christmas and you’ll probably get the same answer: “Nothing, I’m fine.” But you know full well they’ll still enjoy unwrapping something that’s thoughtful, practical or just plain fun.
If there’s one person who truly deserves a magical Christmas, it’s your Mum. She’s usually the one making sure everyone else has the perfect day — from organising presents and wrapping paper to stocking fillers, festive food, and family photos. But who looks after Mum’s Christmas list?
Teenagers can be some of the trickiest people to buy for at Christmas. One minute they’re glued to a new hobby or trend, the next it’s “so last year.” But when you find the right gift — something that’s fun, practical, or makes them feel just a little bit more grown-up — you know you’ve nailed it.
Paint by numbers is a creative and therapeutic hobby that combines the joy of painting with the structure of a guided puzzle. This relaxing craft allows you to create stunning, vibrant artwork by matching numbered paint pots to specific areas on a canvas. While the process is generally straightforward, one common frustration for beginners and pros alike is the “ghost number”—when the printed number on the canvas remains visible even after you have applied the paint.
Feeding garden birds might not feel like a priority when life is busy, money is tight and everyone is focused on feeding their own families first. It’s a difficult winter for many households, and putting food on your own table will always come before feeding wildlife. That is completely understandable. Having said that, if you can spare a bag of seed, a few suet balls or even some basic kitchen scraps, it really does make a difference.
Dunham Massey’s magical 2025 Christmas Light Trail brought to you by award winning trail producers Culture Creative and RG Live, a division of Sony Music! This year the Dunham Massey House light project is back and is set to be a standout show! Stroll beneath shooting stars, walk amongst the Dunham Deer and beneath the iconic Christmas Cathedral. Along the way, you might even catch a magical glimpse of Father Christmas!