Links and resources

Links and resources

two hands holding a picnic basket

Other sites
(more or less) related to picnics

The following are some links to carefully selected sites, which have been useful to me. I think you might like them too, so I’ve listed them here for you to click on easily.

If you own a site, or you find a site, which you think should be listed here, please let me know and I’ll be happy to consider linking to it. Just click here and fill in the form. Thanks.

Picnic and BBQ equipment

For all sorts of picnic equipment I can't recommend anyone more highly in the UK than the Picnic Shop

They just concentrate on picnics and have a lovely selection of items from rugs and hammocks, to flasks and full picnic sets.

If you live on the other side of the pond, then I recommend the USA based Picnic World for great prices on all kinds of picnic equipment:

If you're looking for backpacks in the USA then check out celebration backpacks.

A self-stir picnic cup, called Flej(pronounced "fledge"), is a marvellous new invention I've just discovered. Flej is a premium quality, feature-packed cup, designed for people who like to get out and about.

It's the first cup in the world to include Agitor™ Micro-Pump™ technology which efficiently mixes a drink without the need for a teaspoon, stirrer or twig. No batteries, no fuss. Find out more...

You'll find barbeque and picnic items from time to time, as well as fabulous stuff that you don't need, but really, really want at: I Want One of Those Ltd.

They are a UK company but will now also ship to most of Europe and the USA. I just love the things they offer - some are really funky! Great for presents for all ages too.

Take a look at their portable BBQs and the most brilliant invention ever for outdoor cooking, the extremely mobile (fits in your pocket!) Grilliput.

Healthy Eating Advice online

Shop for Drinks online (UK)

I rate Majestic Wine very highly as they offer Free delivery to a time of your choosing (even week-ends & evenings) and you can also order beer, soft drinks and water - saves lugging heavy bags back from the shops!

Shop for Food online

If you're looking for a hamper full of food to give as a present then you can't go wrong if you order from First4Hampers. They have a next day delivery for gourmet food baskets, to the UK and Ireland.

and for gourmet chocolate, you'll just drool over The Chocolate Trading Company's selection!

British Food and Drink - A complete line of British food and drink conveniently located in San Francisco, California. Reasonable prices, prompt shipping. Website: http://www.britshoppe.com/

Party paraphernalia

To find the best birthday party idea ever - check out Neal's site and get your brain buzzing with ideas!

I'm sure Barney, the dog, would be more than happy to provide you with free invitations and printable birthday cards!

and if you want to know how to use balloons as a special picnic decoration (for childrens' picnics and outdoor weddings for example) look at the balloon decoration guide.

Looking for an e-card to let people know about your 4th July picnic party or summer celebration? For a great selection - and all FREE - check out 123greeting.com

Outdoor games

For a really great selection of outdoor games I recommend Sunshine Bits in Cambridge. They'll deliver right to your door if you're in the UK.

Printable games for picnics and parties

You can print these out right now and they're ready for use immediately. Very small charge and some great bundle bargains.

Traditional games

Recipe Sites

If you’d like to spice up your picnics, take a look at these recipes from the Indian Kitchen.

At Nature's Health Foods you'll find numerous tips for maintaining a healthy body (remember you are what you eat!), including ideas for healthy salads.

Delicious Easy Appetizer Recipes for the busy Mom, the harried Dad, and the hungry Kid! Make life simple. Eat fun foods. Impress your guests with tantalizing tapas, fondue, soup appetizers, and interesting chip dip ideas.

Gourmet food revolution - Cooking gourmet food doesn’t have to involve lots of time or special culinary skills. Find simple solutions and easy to follow guides, tips, ideas and recommendations that guarantee impressive, effortless results every time.

I hope you like my picnic family - the little icons which are dotted about the site like the one below. I had these drawn for me by Lisa Swerling & Ralph Lazar. Take a look at more of their work by clicking on Mummy Picnic or make enquiries at info@lastlemon.com