Activities & Days Out / 25 March, 2026 / Leo Bamford

How To Give Back As A Family This Holiday (And Make It Fun For Everyone)

I don’t know about you, but when the holidays roll around, I always have the same thought, ‘how do I get everyone out, off screens, doing something fun? It’s not easy.

We all want those magical family days. Fresh air, muddy hands, rosy cheeks. The kind of days where everyone piles back into the car tired and happy and you feel like you’ve actually done something together. But coming up with ideas that feel meaningful as well as fun isn’t always easy. Which is why I was so excited when one of my best friends launched EARNT, which is one of those ideas that just makes you think…genius! Because it’s not just about finding something to do with the kids. It’s about doing something good, together, and getting ‘Earned Thank Yous’ for it.

The idea is simple, but brilliant

You sign up to EARNT, choose a good deed that fits into your life, and in return, you unlock the fab ‘Earned Thank Yous’.

Not gimmicky things, but thoughtful, beautiful experiences and products that feel like a real treat.

It might be helping out at a local gardening project, joining a community eco day, or even just heading out for a litter pick and turning it into a bit of a game for the kids.

And that’s the part I love most. It reframes doing good from something worthy and slightly dull into something fun, active and rewarding.

Why it works so well for the whole family

There’s something incredibly powerful about showing children that small actions matter.

When you make it hands-on, a bit messy, and part of a day out, they don’t see it as volunteering. They see it as an adventure.

You’re outside. You’re together. You’re doing something together.

And without it feeling like a lesson, they start to understand community, responsibility and most importantly, kindness.

The ‘Earned Thank Yous’ are amazing!

This is where EARNT really wows.

The brands involved feel like they’ve been chosen with so much care, and they’re exactly the kind of things you’d want to discover anyway.

Forivor is one of my favourites. Their quilted blankets and bedding come with storybooks and character cards that turn bedtime into this beautiful, imaginative experience. It’s cosy, calming and a little bit magical. Through EARNT, you can unlock an exclusive 40 per cent saving, which makes it all the more tempting.

Then there’s Elmore Court Estate, which feels like something out of a storybook. Think treehouses, wild swimming, and space to properly switch off as a family. EARNT offers a free night’s stay when you book two, plus access to their wild swimming and sauna. It’s the kind of getaway that feels both grounding and special at the same time.

And did I mention Harry Styles????!!!!!!

Easy ways to get started this holiday

If you’re looking for Easter holiday activities for kids that feel a bit different, there are some lovely options on EARNT at the moment, especially around London.

Things like Friday gardening sessions, where children can dig, plant and get properly involved. Community eco days that are surprisingly fun and social. And simple litter picking opportunities, which often they end up enjoying.

It’s the kind of thing you can build a day around. Start with something good, then head for lunch, hit the park and then don’t feel so bad about the TV dinner.

If you’re looking for family activities that get kids outdoors, encourage kindness, and still feel like a treat, this is such a lovely place to start.

You can find out more about how it works here.

And if you do try it, I’d love to hear what you think. It feels like the beginning of a really brilliant way to rethink family time.

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