Hold a 4th of July celebration
4th July 2020
The deadline for entries for our 2020 Landscape Painting Competition has now closed – see all the entries here. Winner announced 13th July 2020
Celebrate World Pride 2020 with us! We’ve lined up some fun activities to entertain both kids and grown-ups alike. Add a splash of the Pride
Build a birdbath to encourage birds to your garden this summer where they can cool off and have a drink.
Create your first vegetable patch and grow your own vegetables. Much tastier and more satisfying than shop-bought vegetables.
If you’re missing the opera, or want to give opera a go, you can luxuriate in world-class performances from the Royal Opera House online
To make a safe place in your garden or outside space for bees to find water to drink.
We’re so excited to celebrate Pride 2020! Add a splash of the Pride rainbow to your weekend with our colourful ideas below.
Let’s celebrate inspirational LGBTQ+ icons! Check out our list of a few of our favourite influential LGBTQ+ figures.
A collection of rainbow party food and drink ideas to help you plan the perfect party menu to celebrate Pride.
Due to the Covid-19 epidemic, several Pride events are being held virtually. You can now join people across the world in celebrating Pride!
Make a rainbow Pride shirt using screen-printing and get your Pride on! Be out loud and proud or show support for the LGBTQ community.
If you’re lucky enough to have garden space or an allotment plot, these ideas are for you
Get away from the digital world and regain your connection with nature by starting an allotment garden.
Summer can be a tough time for your lawn, so try these lawn care tips to bring your grass to life.
Would you like to grow your own tomatoes at home? In this article you will find out about different varieties, when to sow the seeds, how to…
Want to protect your birdfeeders or flower beds from squirrels? Try these 5 squirrel deterrents to keep the pesky critters away from your ga…
Need to keep your little angels busy? We’ve got tons of great ideas, just for kids!
Combine water play and sidewalk chalk with this fun DIY ice cube chalk in rainbow colours.
Learn how to make a kid’s fishing rod from scratch. Something to pass onto your kids to encourage their outdoor learning!
Join the Summer Solstice celebrations and make a sundial with the kids – it’s easy and all from natural materials!
Join the Wildlife Trusts ’30 Days Wild’ annual nature challenge this June and get busy with 30 simple, fun and exciting activities to do fro…
Love the Natural World? Try out these ideas – suitable for all ages
Join a virtual nature walk in North East Scotland every Thursday, and learn about minibeasts, birds, wild foods and more.
Go stargazing and learn the different star constellation names to see what you can spot in the sky tonight.
Get the whole family together – go bug hunting and search for some creepy crawlies.
Discover more about the common garden birds that you’re likely to see around you and in your garden. A great way to get outdoors.
Love music, film, and TV? Let us entertain you!
Hold your own 4th of July celebrations for US Independence Day at home.
Celebrate Canada Day on 1 July and learn more about this interesting country’s culture and traditions.
Enjoy the Asterix and Obelix cartoons during Summer Solstice and discover a world of pagan and druid characters and history.
The British Independent Film Awards are the hallmark of a fine British Movie. Here’s my must-see British films from the Winners and Nominees
An appreciation of the finer things in life
Celtic Druids are a key part of the Summer Solstice celebrations. Learn about this ancient religion and present-day practices.
Learn about the Green Man; the mysterious figure who is part of the Midsummer celebrations around the world.
With the summer solstice only a few days away, why not take an interactive tour of the most famous pre-historic monument in the world.
Celebrate the summer solstice by watching Emma Rice’s 2016 production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Globe Theatre… from your sofa!
Computer games…family games…and some good old classics
Some of your favourite family and board games are easy to make and are even more awesome in your garden or outdoor space. Find out how to ma…
Get expert gaming tips in these videos from OllieE for Nintendo Switch games
Learn to play the classic card game Solitaire to while away a few hours.
The ‘Who Am I?’ game, also known as the ‘Rizla’ game or ‘Forehead Detective’ game, is a brilliant FREE way to have fun at home for all ages
Take care of yourself, you’re important
This online yoga class is aimed at those recovering from Coronavirus symptons as well as people sufffering from asthma or anxiety.
Tried and tested ways to cope with pregnancy during Coronavirus lockdown and isolation.
Join a Free Masterclass this Saturday 20th June offering 4 Steps to Overcome Emotional Eating
We could all do with a lot more hugs at the moment, which is tricky with social distancing. The solution – tree hugging!
Love to create? This section is for you! We have loads of ideas for adults and for kids.
Make these fairy wings with your kids from recycled cardboard – an easy, low cost activity providing sensory play.
Brighten up your dining table or patio with these recycled pretty DIY tin can lanterns.
The deadline for entries for our 2020 Landscape Painting Competition has now closed – see all the entries here. Winner announced 13th July 2020
Pascal Philippe is a French artist with an eye for colour who produces beautiful art – I love his sunset paintings so wanted to share
More than just funny cat videos, here’s some great ideas for animal-lovers.
It is important to know how to house train a puppy. It can be a lot of work, but here are some helpful tips for your new dog.
Do you have a new puppy that is overly aggressive? Learn how to stop puppy aggression with the tips below.
A lot of zoos are really struggling in the COVID-19 pandemic and some are struggling to feed their animals. Donate a small amount to help
Getting a puppy can be a wonderful experience. However, it does come with a few challenges. Find the best way to take care of your puppy.
Whether you’re looking for something healthy, naughty, or fun, we have lots of food ideas!
Celebrate the summer solstice with the kids and bake some yummy sun themed sugar cookies.
Try this Simple Chicken Katsu Curry recipe offering affordable luxury for the whole family.
A recipe and tips for making delicious doughnuts from scratch.
Create your own luxury picnic with these picnic food ideas – they’re perfect for enjoying outside during the warm weather.
Sometimes you just need help with the basics…. here’s some practical ideas
Learn how to make face masks to help protect yourself and others from Coronavirus
If you would like to submit a video with your STDAH idea, its super easy, all you need to do is upload your video to YouTube first!
Do you have a photo that you would like to include with your STDAH Stuffer idea? Its super easy to do!
Have a great idea for the STDAH website but don’t have a photo? Download a free image from Unsplash.com or Pixabay.com.
Depression and anxiety are very common but also treatable. Our mental health section is curated by a mental health professional.
Tried and tested ways to cope with pregnancy during Coronavirus lockdown and isolation.
Anxiety is a debilitating condition which can make you nervous, worried or uneasy, or cause panic attacks. Learn to recognise the symptoms.
If you think you might be depressed, you can take the NHS online depression test and check the your symptoms. It’s confidential and free.
Depression symptoms are common – globally, 264 million+ people suffer. If you can spot the symptoms sooner, they are easier to treat.
A celebration of all things Jim
Eat a blissful diet like Jim Carrey to improve your health and wellbeing
Jim Carrey has created a wealth of amazing characters in movies, so why not recreate your favourite Jim Carrey movie moments?
All meditation is good but Jim particularly uses Transcendental Meditation. I meditate intuitively, so I want to try it Jim’s way – join us!
Lots of people have heard of Jim as an actor, but did you know he’s also a painter? As a lover of Jim’s art, I would like to share it.