The perfect picnic is a relaxing stress free way to sit back and doze off in the warm sunshine while listening to the calm serenity of the countryside…
How do I throw a good picnic?
A mutter of soft rustling leaves in a light breeze along with the peaceful but joyful tunes of songbird nearby. This moment of tranquillity with the family sounds most pleasant but aiming for that delicious lunch on a sunlit Sunday afternoon requires planning, which we are here to provide you with all the inspiration you’ll need to make your leisure day much more enjoyable.
Table of contents:
- Food ideas
- Location
- Activities and entertainment
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Four Person Tartan Picnic Wicker Hamper Basket
1. What food you should bring to a picnic
Packing food for a family picnic requires choosing food that’s easy to transport, assemble and eat outside.
There are no rules on the food you should have on a picnic though you could settle with the classic British goodies such as sandwiches, pork pies, potato salad, homemade scotch eggs, quiche and a pasta salad with pesto and sundried tomatoes. Pick a variety of cheese such as cheddar, Swiss and red Leicester, paired with crackers for a quick and filling snack, plus a variety of fruit which is perfect on a warm day. Remember to provide those dips! Everyone likes guacamole and hummus with their cucumber, carrot and celery slices.
The perfect picnic must have a pudding finale with plenty of sweet treats. Maybe a yummy chocolate tart, blueberry muffins and Viennese swirls or if you want to fully seal the British picnic cuisine plate you could devour a scone generously coated in clotted cream and strawberry jam.
2. How do I choose a picnic spot?
We are based on the border of the New Forest National Park and Dorset, so we are blessed with an abundance of beautiful spots, which are right on our doorstep. Of course, you don’t need a national park to enjoy a gorgeous picnic. Picnics are all about the right location with the right ambience, pretty surroundings and getting away from the noise and commotion of everyday life. Perhaps a shaded woodland or the long flowing grass of an open field with the bees buzzing and maybe a river nearby – (ideal for a nap in the sun on your picnic blanket). Take care to ensure that you pick up any rubbish to preserve their natural beauty and homes for wildlife.
3. Fun picnic activity ideas
Although on your picnic mission you set out to float off to wonderland in your little relaxation bubble, you still need to keep the restless little ones entertained. Maybe you’d like to join in the fun as well and work up an appetite before digging into those pies and scones! Embrace a breezy day, by flying a kite in the high winds and watch it dance about in the sky. A more physical activity would be a game of frisbee, a simple game of football or if you have woods and tree’s nearby you can play a sneaky game of hide and seek. If you prefer a little more of a hushed atmosphere, you can keep the kids busy with skipping ropes, blow bubbles or a spot of croquet.
Traditional Wicker Picnic Baskets
Everybody wants to dine in style in the old fashioned way, sitting on cosy chequered blankets whilst sipping a Prosecco or two! Perfect for a family of four, a Luxury Tweed 4 Person Picnic Hamper comes with a set of cutlery, crockery and glasses all strapped in and fastened tight for safe travel. You’re supplied with all the forgetful little accessories such as a bottle opener, salt and pepper shakers and napkins. Additionally, it comes with a picnic blanket which matches the tweed fabric of the interior of the hamper. Finally this picnic basket has 2 sections, one half has a space to put all your dry goodies and the other half has a built in cool-bag to keep perishables cool and fresh.
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Luxury Tweed Four Person Picnic Wicker Hamper Basket
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Grey Check Four Person Picnic Wicker Hamper Basket
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