Make the most of a rainy day at home with these fun activities to enjoy as a family.
The weather outside is frightful, but inside it's delightful! We all know that the British weather can be changeable – even in the height of summer, the skies can suddenly turn grey and rainy, forcing us indoors.
Spending a day at home is the perfect excuse to enjoy quality time together as a family. Rain doesn’t need to stop play, as with a little creativity, you can enjoy doing activities that children of all ages will love – and even get the odd job done around the house.
Whether you're planning a cosy family weekend indoors or simply looking for easy ways to entertain the kids on a rainy day, we’ve gathered our favourite indoorsy ideas, plus you’ll find some handy Boundless discounts to help make it even more affordable.
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Not yet a member? If you're working in or retired from the public sector or civil service, Boundless has two great membership options to choose from: Boundless and Boundless Plus. As well as getting access to exclusive events, Boundless members enjoy unlimited free or discounted entry to many of the UK’s top attractions, plus year-round deals on restaurants, holidays, shopping and much more.
1. Host a movie marathon
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Nothing brings the family together like spending a day snuggled on the sofa watching films. Let each family member pick their favourite film to watch, dim the lights, and settle in with plenty of drinks and snacks.
Thanks to Boundless supermarket discounts, you can stock up on popcorn, crisps, drinks, and sweet treats without breaking the bank.
Boundless members can save between 2-4% off the biggest supermarkets using prepaid gift cards, helping your budget go further.
Boundless Shopping Cards are prepaid cards that help you save money at your choice of supermarket. Just choose a store, prepay the amount you intend to spend onto the card in advance, and enjoy a discounted rate when you shop.
Why not take it a step further and create a themed movie night? From superhero Sunday, to a Japanese animation afternoon, or a classic comedy evening? You could even spend the afternoon making themed costumes to wear while watching your favourite superhero or wizard.
2. Listen to an audiobook
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Looking for a screen-free activity that still captures the imagination? Settle in for a thrilling adventure, a magical mystery, or a hilarious tale, perfect for those grey afternoons.
Audiobooks are perfect for winding down or inspiring creativity, whether you're painting, puzzling, or just relaxing together.
Boundless members get an exclusive offer with BookBeat, giving you access to more than 800,000 audiobooks for adults and kids.
Simply log in to gain access to a free trial with 75 days free, plus a 10% discount on subscription, which can be shared with up to four family members.
3. Get hands-on with a DIY project
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Rainy days are ideal for tackling that room makeover you've been putting off. Why not get the kids involved and turn it into a family project? Let them pick a new colour for their bedroom wall, create unique wall art, or even build some simple furniture.
With Boundless discounts of up to 6% at Argos, B&Q, Ikea, you'll save on paint, supplies, tools, homewares, and more, so you can afford to be creative with your home renovations. Search the full list of Boundless member savings.
A fun project for older kids is to upcycle an old piece of furniture using chalk paint and stencils to create a unique piece of furniture.
4. Have an indoor picnic or tea party
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Avoid soggy sandwiches and turn lunchtime into a fun event for the whole family by having an indoor picnic or tea party. Let the kids design menus and create homemade decorations as a fun morning activity.
Simply spread out a blanket on the living room floor and tuck into a feast of sausage rolls, scotch eggs, sandwiches, scones, and cakes. BBC Good Food has this delicious selection of picnic recipes.
Save on your supermarket shop by taking advantage of Boundless prepaid discount shopping cards, which offer 2-4% off all the main supermarkets. This article explains how to use prepaid shopping gift cards.
5. Plan your next holiday
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Dreaming of long sunny beach days or a city break in warmer climes? Planning your next family holiday is an uplifting way to spend a rainy day.
Why not get the kids involved and create a travel bucket list of all the places you'd all love to visit. A fun activity is to look at a world map and stick coloured stickers to the places you’ve already been, making a note of where you would love to explore next.
Boundless membership offers great savings to help your travel budget go further. Whether you're planning a cosy UK cottage getaway or a family holiday abroad, members benefit from exclusive discounts with a wide range of travel providers. Save with partners like Eurocamp, Barrhead Travel, Hotels.com, Brittany Ferries, and Cotswold Cottages – and enjoy discounted travel insurance through LV= too.
Before booking your next trip, simply log in to Boundless to browse the holiday discounts available to members. Boundless columnist Mrs Mummypenny shares advice on making the most of your holiday budget.
Do more with Boundless
If you're working in or retired from the public sector or civil service, Boundless has two great membership options to choose from: Boundless and Boundless Plus.
With Boundless, you get unlimited access or discounted entry to many of the UK’s top attractions including Kew Gardens and Wakehurst and WWT centres across the UK, as well as year-round deals on restaurants, holidays, shopping and much more. With Boundless Plus, you can enjoy additional benefits, including unlimited access to Historic Royal Palaces sites, National Trust for Scotland places, access to the Ramblers' extensive group walks and routes, and peace of mind with roadside assistance and local recovery by Britannia Rescue.
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