A Christmas Bargain!
Posted by Spotty Otter on 4th Nov 2025
Would Parents Be Happy if Their Child Unwrapped Waterproofs or Wellies for Christmas?
As November rolls in, the air turns crisp, the puddles get deeper, and the excitement for Christmas starts to grow! It’s that time of year when parents begin to think about gifts and we found ourselves questioning...
“Would a child (or their parents!) really be happy to find waterproofs or wellies un
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Spotty Otter's Guide to Pumpkin Picking: Don’t Forget Your Wellies and Waterproofs!
Posted by Spotty Otter on 15th Oct 2025
Autumn is here, and that means it’s time for one of the season's favourite traditions—pumpkin picking! There's something magical about wandering through a pumpkin patch, finding the perfect pumpkin for carving, and soaking up all the autumn vibes. At Spotty Otter, we’re all about making the most of outdoor adventures, and pumpkin picking is no exception.
But before you and your l
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Red Squirrel Awareness Week: Let’s Protect Our Woodland Friends!
Posted by Spotty Otter on 30th Sep 2025
At Spotty Otter, we’re passionate about the great outdoors, and that means caring for the wildlife that makes our woodlands so magical. This week is Red Squirrel Awareness Week, and it’s the perfect time to shine a light on one of the UK’s most charming but threatened native species.
Meet the Red Squirrel
With their tufted ears, russet-red fur, and bushy tails, red squirrels are
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It's Autumn Adventure Time: Free Printable Activity Ideas
30th Sep 2025
Autumn is one of ourfavourite seasons for getting outdoors here at Spotty Otter, crisp air, crunchy leaves, woody scents, golden light. And with half term just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to take on your Spotty Otter Autumn Bucket List and keep the kids creatively engaged when you’re home.
To help with that, we’ve put together a set of free printable autumn activity
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