National Playday started way back in the UK in 1986 when money was tight and adventure playgrounds were under fire to have budget cuts. The idea arose for the great British public to have one day a year, usually the first Wednesday every August, in which they could enjoy the playground activities and highlight how important they are to society.<\/p>\n
Well 27 years later the national day is still going strong and it is bigger and better than ever before! It is coordinated by Play England, Play Wales, Play Scotland and PlayBoard Northern Ireland.
\nWhy is playing so important?
\nPlaying is essential to a child\u2019s learning and development. It teaches sharing, it encourages confidence and more importantly, it allows them to have an enjoyable childhood.
\nIt is vital for the emotional, intellectual and physical development and it offers children of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to play together.<\/p>\n
But that doesn\u2019t mean that adults can\u2019t get involved and be \u2018big\u2019 kids for the day.<\/p>\n
Whether it is a low-key get together private party with family and friends or a big party full or entertainment in your street, get involved and play games. Just let your imagination run wild and use as many party suppliers as you can to make your event run as smoothly as possible.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" National Playday started way back in the UK in 1986 when money was tight and adventure playgrounds were under fire to have budget cuts. The idea arose for the great British public to have one day a year, usually the … Continue reading
\nNot sure what to do? Here are 6 funtastic ideas for all the family:
\nWalkabout artists for hire<\/a>
\nParty Bands
\nMagicians for hire<\/a>
\nAcrobats for hire<\/a>
\nParty Entertainers
\nGames<\/p>\n