Shopping: sports party with Carole Middleton

Mark a summer of sport in style with a champion celebration for the family

1. Party flag bunting, £2.99, partypieces.co.uk 2. Balloons (pack of eight), £1.49, partypieces.co.uk 3. Paper cups (pack of eight), £1.49, partypieces.co.uk 4. Party sports day set, £19.99, partypieces.co.uk 5. Chocolate medallion, £1.79, partypieces.co.uk 6. Paper plates (pack of eight), £1.99, partypieces.co.uk 7. Plastic cones (pack of four), £4.99, partypieces.co.uk 8. Miniature trophies (pack of six), £3.99, partypieces.co.uk 9. Cotton jersey sweater, £61, stellamccartney.com 10. Printed cap, £6, next.co.uk 11. Mini backpack, £24.99, urbanjunkuk.com 12. Canvas trainers, €49, springcourt.com

Top Tips

• As a treat, hand out edible prizes such as chocolate medals and sports day themed cupcakes.

• With all the running around, your little athletes will need to keep hydrated. Fill a large drinks dispenser with water so they can help themselves whenever they’re feeling thirsty – paper cups will help avoid any breakages, too!

• Ask your guests to arrive dressed in sports-themed fancy dress. Keep it general, or ask them to dress as famous athletes for the day.

• Go for a metallic colour scheme of sparkling silver, gold and bronze to represent the Olympic medals.

• When it comes to playing games, make sure you cater for a range of ages so the younger ones don’t get frustrated or feel left out.

• Spending time outside is all part of the fun – but make sure you cover up to protect your little sports from the sun.