Spring Into Action

The last day of February is always a bit of a milestone. Although we’re haven’t officially reached spring just yet, March is very much the month of anticipation, of looking to forward to all the good things that the coming months will bring, milder weather and chocolate being the main things. So let’s spring into action with a quick celebration of all things springtime, as well as a bit of advice on how to save money on all those treats…

The first date circled in your March calendar should be Mother’s Day, one of the few days in the year that us mums manage to wangle a lie in. So the most important day of the year then. Give your Mum a present she deserves, whether it’s a personalised photobook, an experience to remember or a beautiful bouquet. Or all of the above. Here’s a quick guide to our Top 10 Mother’s Day Gifts, if you’re still struggling for inspiration.

Planning a wedding is quite possibly one of the most stressful things you will ever have to do, whether you’re spending a fortune or not. But it doesn’t have to be that way! (who are we kidding? It will always be stressful whatever you do). But for those of you on a budget, planning an impending spring wedding might be that little bit more straightforward if you read our guide first. And cheaper, which is also just as important.

February half term has been and gone (or you might have a couple more days left), so it’s time to look forward to those Easter school holidays. Maybe day trips just won’t cut it with your kids this year and you need that family getaway sooner than expected. Well, there are plenty of options available and plenty of discounts too. Here’s our post on where to look for your perfect Easter holiday destination and how to save money on it once you’ve found it.

Pets are prizes in themselves, but they also require a huge amount of dedication and care. Perhaps the new season signifies the welcoming of a new pet into your home - if this is the case, it’s important that you don’t rush – read our guide on how to prepare for a new pet and make sure you plan properly.

Spring is a wondrous season and with plenty to look forward to so celebrate with us and treat yourself to something new!

February is looking fine

Only a few more weeks of winter left (sort of), but that’s no reason to get down. So let’s celebrate the onset of a new month because there’s still plenty to look forward to…

The most romantic celebration of the year is on the horizon – it’s so close, you can almost make out the pink cuddly heart in the distance and if you concentrate hard enough, you can visualise the dozen red roses hopefully heading your way. We’ve got plenty of ideas for Valentine’s Day presents, no matter who you’re buying for, him or her…

But we still need to appreciate that is still winter and winter requires suitable footwear, especially if you’re spending your days trudging through the muddy puddles that now appear to be a permanent feature. If you missed the start of the January sales, you are well within your rights to feels a bit smug because there’s still plenty of clearance stock available, much or it even more heavily discounted than before. If you fancy a pair of winter boots, we’ve put together a guide to get your hands on the perfect pair, whatever your budget.

Another thing that you can enjoy in winter is a winter weekend break. Imagine curling up in front of an open fire, taking a brisk walk through the countryside (with wellies, naturally), or enjoying all the cultural and culinary highlights of a new city. Hotels and travel companies love to entice you in with an offer or two at this time of year, so here’s a handy compilation of the best in winter weekend breaks for the next few weeks.

School holidays are on the horizon, be they half term or the Easter break, and now is the perfect time to start planning. How about taking that family camping trip once the weather warms up a bit? Or drawing up a list of suitable indoor activities for the inevitable wet week in February?

It maybe the shortest month of the year, but you can still pack plenty into February if you start right here with one of our voucher codes…