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I’m a great believer in keeping kids busy rather than just having them sit in front of the computer. And let’s face it, kids get less and less chances to mix with other kids these days, so games they can play while talking to other people can only be a good thing.

So how about a little snooker or pool table for the kids? They come in all sizes, and the smaller ones usually come with fold-up legs so you can put them away under the stairs between tournaments.

Most kids fancy themselves as Ronnie O’Sullivan and here’s a good chance to see whether they’ve got the skill and let them have a great time with their friends.

Tables come with a set of snooker and pool balls so you can play both games. And there’s quite a selection of colours to choose from, starting at the traditional green baize through blue to deep red. Before choosing one, have a look at where your kids are going to use it - the spare bedroom or the garage perhaps - and be sure that there’s enough space for them to stand comfortably at the ends of the table and use the cue as well. Most people can fit a six-foot table in somewhere, and that’s quite a decent size to start with.

Rob

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