As every Brit knows, the summer weather can be glorious one day only to be raining heavily the next. Moreover, any parent knows that the summer holidays start with promise only to flame out quickly as you lose your patience with bored children, and the kids are complaining about having nothing to do.

Never fear, family games are here to play and you can even get some great deals on your ultimate choice at VoucherBin.co.uk. There are various options available online to pick your favourite game from (and we promise they aren’t as complex as Cones of Dunshire). Before you go, though, check out some of the hot tips on the 7 most interesting family games you could be playing this summer.

Monopoly

It’s a firm family favourite and for good reason. Not only will it keep everyone entertained for hours, but it’s also a great opportunity to keep the kiddie’s math skills functioning during the summer holidays. They might not realise they’re learning, but they are. You may have to referee a grudge match over who gets what game piece. You can make it even more interesting by ordering a customised board that includes your family and locations that are memorable for you. It certainly injects a bit more excitement to the game when you land on a square that comes with a funny story to share with your kids.

Treasure Hunt  

Perhaps the greatest thing about planning a treasure hunt is that it can be done outside when the weather is nice, or inside to avoid going out in the rain. For the outdoors, you can print off sheets showing off pieces of nature that you can help the kids find. Not only will they have fun crossing things off the list, but they will also get a great lesson in nature. Added bonus, you will find a treasure hunt sheet for just about any occasion and situation! That’s your summer sorted.

Bananagrams

This is a relatively new game, but it’s quite similar to Scrabble. Scrabble is the ideal game for parents but isn’t always appropriate for kids, so Bananagrams is a great compromise. It’s as addictive as it is fast-paced as players attempt to complete a horizontal and vertical chain of words before anyone else. Every player starts with 21 tiles and the first to use them all is the ultimate winner. Just another game that’s making your kids learn without realising what that you are educating them while they are having fun.

Trivial Pursuit

Trivial Pursuit is a classic, and you can play it in the sun, on the sitting room floor, or at the kitchen table. Regardless, the game has been around since 1982 but there have been a wide variety of editions released since then. Not only is there a junior edition, but you can also opt for more specialized subjects, like Disney. What child doesn’t have a good grasp on the wonders of Disney, right? Don’t worry, you can also opt for Doctor Who or Kids DVD options, too. Or, stick with the traditional junior edition if your kids are up for a challenge. If you want a challenge, you can use adult questions for you and let the kids have the easy version. The only question left is whether you call them pies or cheese?

Garden Dominoes

When you need some quiet time and you want to slow down the pace of the day, garden dominoes are the ultimate answer. It’s another great option for teaching your younger children numbers and is entertaining for parents, too. Added bonus, of course, that it can be played indoors as well as outdoors.

Cluedo

If you already love Cluedo and you just happen to also be a Sherlock lover, then have we got news for you. If you are tired of the standard version of the game, you can upgrade to the Sherlock edition for more fun and games! It follows the same format but the victim is Moriarty and all of the remaining characters are from Sherlock. Or, stick with the standard edition, either way, you get to enjoy the classic murder mystery and uncover who the culprit was and what weapon they used.

Twister

This game has been mightily popular since it launched in the 1960s and is a great choice to get everything up and moving. There’s nothing quite like watching the little ones run circles around their parents as they easily bend and move to adapt to the game grid. Another game that can be played anywhere and at any time. Although, it tends to whip up excitement, so it might be one for pre-naptime.

The beauty of playing games with the family goes beyond whiling the time away. It’s a great way to spend time together and enjoy a bit of family bonding. It will make you closer to your children and your children closer to each other. If you get your game right, you’re building amazing memories for a lifetime. If you get it wrong… well, one of you may catch a reputation for being a cheater. Either way, the options listed above are the perfect place for any family to start enjoying their summer holidays.