My kids love a board game, especially at this time of year when the weather can ruin outdoor plans. We were sent the Spy Code Operation: Escape Room game to try out, and this weekend seemed the perfect grey day to give it a go.  Escape rooms have become popular…

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It’s autumn. The leaves are turning. The days are getting shorter and you’ve just seen Halloween sweets at the supermarket. This can only mean one thing – Christmas is on its way. For many of us, the festive season brings stress and money worries so if you’re feeling under pressure,…

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The tradition of sending Christmas cards is very old. For many, it is the only time of year that they hear from long-lost friends and distant relatives. These cards are an opportunity to wish people well and to let them know that they are still in your thoughts. It is…

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With Christmas just a few weeks away, getting everything that you need for the big day can be an expensive experience. If you’re suffering with a poor credit rating, then you may not have the luxury of being able to put all your festive purchases on your credit card to…

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Have you heard of Elf on the Shelf? If not – where have you been?! When you adopt a scout elf and give it a name, the elf receives its Christmas magic and can fly to the North Pole each night to tell Santa Claus about all of the day’s…

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