If you’re here, that means you are probably watching through your window as we speak, realizing that everything is wet and gloomy outside. While trying to think of a way to make the most of the rainy day, you’ve turned to the internet for help and are now reading the best possible guide to a day well spent.
For people who prefer the outdoors, filling rainy days with enjoyable activities can be a bit of a challenge, while the ‘house cats’ can quickly run out of ideas on how to spend some quality time.
However, we’ve come prepared to help you make rainy days in the U.K. a tradition that you will eagerly look forward to, regardless of how you like spending your time.
We’re going to split our suggestions into two categories – the tips for outdoorsy people who want to move and engage and advice for people who want to stay dry and cozy inside.
1 If you want to spend the day indoors
So, you’re looking for ideas to spend a rainy day at home. It seems easy enough, but it can get boring and stale before you even notice it. Of course, we could say – just curl up in your blanket and watch a movie – but that’s repetitive, and the whole point is making your time memorable and engaging.
Firstly, you can set the tone with a cozy, rain soundtrack. Also, put on your comfy slippers, light up some candles, and make some tea. That’s a no-brainer.
Now that we’re in that mood, here are some ideas.
Rainy days are the best cooking days
Open your cookbook – it’s time to make that combo pasta from what you happen to have in the fridge or prepare that meat that’s just lying there. A bit of spice, some nice dressing, and you’ll feel like Gordon Ramsey himself.
Also, rainy days practically scream baking, so making some chocolate chip cookies with that tea is a great idea. You’ll have the time of your life, while the raindrops are sliding down your windows.
Rainy days are the best sports days
Now is the time for that blanket, but maybe replace the tea with a cold beer. That’s because nothing beats spending a rainy day watching the game on the telly.
If you really want to cheer on your team with a fiery passion, maybe place a bet or two. It’s easy to do from your couch since, nowadays, you can place a bet on your smartphone with various betting apps.
Also, check out some betting basics if you’re a beginner, just to get the hang of it.
Rainy days are the best cleaning and organizing days
You’ve been postponing organizing your drawers, tax receipts, and files, haven’t you? There was always somewhere you had to be, so there wasn’t time for cleaning, was there?
Well, now you can get to it. First, however, let’s not make it boring. Crank up the music, make yourself a cocktail, and it will be a treat.
Furthermore, you could get to organizing that vacation or a dinner party that you didn’t have time to plan before. Rainy days can be unexpectedly rewarding.
2 If you want to go outside
It’s one thing being an outdoors person, but nobody wants to get soaking wet and a cold.
If you want quality time outside on a rainy day, you’ll need good preparation. Prepare warm, waterproof footwear, a raincoat, and an umbrella, and you’re good to go.
Rainy days are the best coffee place days –
A casual stroll in the rain to your favorite coffee place, a place by the window, and a warm beverage to complete the day.
You can either invite someone to come with you or bring a book and have some me-time. The choice is yours.
Rainy days are the best bowling days – Assemble the crew, organize bowling night, and have a nice time with your friends.
A pint of beer and the sound of bowling pins falling to your mighty strike. A fine day.
Rainy days are the best live music days – You could go listen to a live band at a local club.
Britain is the center of indie music (which rainy days just call for), there are jazz clubs, acoustic bars, and disco joints all over the place, so whether you want to match the gloominess of the day with mellow sounds or dance it out, you’ll have plenty of options.
Rainy days are the best treat days – You could go to a restaurant and treat yourself to a special meal.
It’s that kind of day, and you need to do something special for yourself, so why not go to that place you’ve been dying to visit for the longest time.
Let fine dining put you in a better mood. You might even want to try something exotic and daydream about warmer climates and your next vacation.
Final word
Whether you are an energetic person that wants to move and make things happen or a cozy type that just wants some peace and quiet, with the right mindset, you can make it so that you can’t wait for the next rainy day.