If you think you might be suffering from a post-Christmas excess of turkey and television by the 27th December, you might want to consider a trip to Britain’s biggest toy fair, the Toy Collectors’ Fair at the Birmingham NEC.

Organised by toy fair specialist Barry Potter Fairs, the last NEC Toy Collectors’ Fair in September attracted more than 400 stallholders and thousands of visitors. Toys have a great cross-generation appeal – unlike antiques, crafts or DIY, there is sure to be something that will interest all members of your family.

The wide selection of stallholders means that there will be a huge range of stock on offer – including rare trains, models, teddy bears, dolls and much more. TV memorabilia will also feature strongly – it’s a chance for the Star Wars or Dr Who fan in your life to find that special item…

The Toy Collectors’ Fair is open from 10.30am – 3.30pm on the 27th December 2011 – see www.bpfairs.com or www.thenec.co.uk/whatson/