Evenings out are always less enjoyable in the colder months and this will be especially true this year, since it is predicted to be one of Britain’s coldest and snowiest winters in at least six years. While you could shell out for a taxi or a coat check at the club and brave it anyway, it’s kinder on your purse and your body to stay in until temperatures pick up. That said, a night in doesn’t have to be a dull affair. Here are a few ideas for things to do on an autumn evening, whether alone or with friends.
Bake
Baking has been growing more and more popular ever since The Great British Bake Off first aired in 2010. Younger contestants like Ruby Tandoh, who was the third runner-up in the show’s 2014 series, have helped prove that it’s not just a past-time for grannies and members of the local Women’s Institute. Ruby has a large collection of recipes you can try at home on her website, which all focus on great taste and push back against clean-eating trends that she sees as encouraging unhealthy relationships with food. That said, for anyone who is concerned about their health, making vegan treats is a great way to get your sweetness fix without overindulging and Oh She Glows has a great list of their top 21 vegan desserts for you to try.
A Board Game Night
A night in doesn’t have to mean a night alone! You can invite friends round to play board games for a cheap and cosy way to while away an evening, which is a great alternative to inviting people just for drinks. While classics such as Monopoly or Cluedo are a sure bet, this is also a great opportunity to branch out and try games you may never have played as a child. Settlers of Catan (often shortened to just Catan) is a 1995 German board game with an unlikely cult following, which the Washington Post called “the board game of our time”. Each player tries to build a colony on the island of Catan, acquiring and trading resources with other players in order to do so, and whoever builds the biggest settlement wins.
Play Online Games
If you can’t induce your friends to brave the cold weather to reach you, then you can always play with each other or with strangers from the comfort of your own home through online gaming. Websites have the advantage over physical board games thanks to their immense range of games. This is especially true with online casino games. For instance, mFortune has over 20 different online slots no deposit offers, with games such as Monte Carlo which brings the glamour of the resort to your mobile or laptop, or the classic Snakes and Ladders. What’s more, you can play demo games for free and get a £5 welcome bonus when you register for the first time. Online gaming is by far the most convenient option for those who don’t have the energy after work to bake or craft, while still being an exciting way to spend an evening.
Make Your Own Spa
Since cold weather tends to dry out the skin, an autumn evening in is a great excuse to pamper yourself so that you can look your best when you next decide to go out. While stores such as Lush offer a wide range of bath and beauty products online, you can also make a range of DIY spa products at home with ingredients you can easily find in your kitchen.
All in all, a cold autumn evening doesn’t have to be a pain, it can also be an opportunity to branch out and find new fun ways to spend your time. So there you go with our top 4 ideas. We’d love to know what your ideas for an Autumn evening indoors are in the comment section below.
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