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SUMMER 2016

THE FANTASTIC FUN ACTIVITY GUIDE FOR ALL THE FAMILY!

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Summer

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The summer holidays are one of the best times of the year for children … but one of the most challenging for parents.

Keeping children entertained, without breaking the bank, is not easy … and that’s why we have created 123GO! to be your guide to local events and locations which are available throughout the summer months, many of which are free!

With such busy lives these days it can sometimes be difficult to find the time to sit down and do something as a family.

That is why we have included many activities which are for everyone – children, parents and grandparents alike.

Keep your copy of 123GO! handy as a reference guide to all of the great activities and fun things to do our region has to offer. Let’s all enjoy the summer together.

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A Right Old Bake Off .. .. ..43, 43, 44, 45 Academy Holiday Camps .. .. .. .. .56 Acorn Farm. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4 Air Show .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 34, 35 All About History. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .22 Animals & Farms .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4 Arts & Crafts. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 6 Baking .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..43, 44, 45 Big Days Out . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .8, 9, 10 Bispham Road Pharmacy .. .. .. .. .23 Blackpool Zoo .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 8 Botanic Gardens. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .60 Bubbles World of Play .. .. .. .. .. .. .19 Canal and River Cruises .. .. .. .. .. .18 Cedar Farm. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4 Chez Moi.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .27 China Butterfly. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 6 Christmas Lights. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .59 Church Farm.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4 Come on over to my place. .. 54, 55 Cookery. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..43, 44, 45 Coronation Park.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .61 Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre18, 41 Croxteth Park Farm .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4 Day Diary.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .38 Dolphin Restaurant. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .11 Dress Up Day. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .38 Everton FC Stadium Tour. .. .. .. .. .. 6 Floral Pavilion Theatre .. .. .. .. .. .. .17 Football Club Tours .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 6 Footwear .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 5 Formby Pinewoods.. .. .. .. .. .. ..8, 61 Free Vision Screening. .. .. .. .. .. .. .20 Gardening .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..28, 29, 30 Get Active. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .62 Go Ape .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .14 Go Potty! .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 6 Go! Kids. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .19 Graham Eyes High Class Butchers .. .. .23 Gulliver’s Warrington. .. .. .. .. .. .. .10 Hesketh Park. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .60 Home Made Playdough. .. .. .. .. .39 Homestyle Factory Kitchens. .. .. .64 How does your garden grow? 28, 29, 30 I Am So Bored!. .. .. .. .. .. ..37, 38, 39 Illuminasia.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .18 Indoor Centres. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .19 It’s so nice to eat out. .. .. .. .. .. 26, 27 Jellybugs.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .19 K Redmond Plumbing & Heating .. .. .63 Kidz H2O.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .41 King’s Gardens. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 46, 60 Knowsley Safari Park .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .14 Learn to Swim .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .31 Liverpool FC Museum & Tour .. .. .. 6 Liverpool War Museum .. .. .. .. .. .22 Local Trade Services.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .63 Lytham St Annes. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 8

Brothers. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .63 Mackay Brothers 63 Martin Mere .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..5, 14 Mattel Play! Liverpool .. .. .. .. .. .. .15 Merchant Taylors School.. .. .. .. .. .. 7 Mersey Ferries.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .16 Mirror, Mirror. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .38 Miss Giggles.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .17 Moogoo .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 9 Mook Gardens. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .63 Mosscrop Cycles. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .23 Movies .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .50 Nature’s Remedies .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 9 Nostalgia Tea Rooms.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .27 On the water.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .16 Out of the world . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .18 Over The Moon Kids .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .36 Park Life. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 60, 61 Parkforce Volunteers .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .47 Photo Chase .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .37 Pleasureland Southport .. .8, 48, 49 Premier Bowl .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .31 Purple Monster .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 9 Rock and River. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 16, 31 Rufford Old Hall.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .22 Sefton Community Learning Service. .42 Sleepovers .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 54, 55 Southport Air Show.. .. .. .. .. .. 34, 35 Southport BID .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .57 Southport Comedy Festival .. .. .. .57 Southport FC. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..51, 52, 53 Southport Flower Show ..10, 32, 33 Southport Marine Lake. .. .. .. .. .. .18 Southport Pleasureland .. .8, 48, 49 Spaceport. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .19 Specsavers .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .21 Speke Hall .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .22 Splash World. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .40 Spookport .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .58 Summer Camp .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .56 Summer Movies .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .50 Swimming.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .40 Tam O’Shanter Urban Farm.. .. .. .. 4 Tarleton Academy.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 2 The Atkinson.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 24, 25 The Gruffalos Child .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .17 The Jungle.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 9 The Potting Shed .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 6 The Ship’s Wheel .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .11 The West Lancashire Light Railway.. .. .18 U-Boat Story .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .22 Unite Martial Arts .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 12, 13 Victoria Park .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .61 Villagio Cucina. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .26 Volaré Italian Restaurant . .. .. .. .. .26 Windmill Animal Farm. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4 Windoworld .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .63 World Museum Liverpool.. .. .. .. .22 WWT Martin Mere .. .. .. .. .. .. ..5, 14

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Family Days Out ANIMALS AND FARMS

Tam O’Shanter Urban Farm Birkenhead

www.tamoshanterfarm.org.uk

0151 653 9332 Fun family FREE day out! Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the countryside in an urban setting. Come and see our rare breed Bagot and Golden Guernsey Goats, Shetland ponies, wildfowl and roaming Guinea fowl.

We have sheep and lambs and our Gloucester Old Spot pigs have their ten recently born piglets! There are great play areas and our beautiful on site café Shanterz has delicious food, cakes and drinks. Our Summer Fair on Sunday 10th July is always great fun. Open daily (except Christmas Day) 9.30am – 4.30pm. FREE admission but we rely completely on donations so every little helps!

Croxteth Park Farm Liverpool

www.croxtethparkfarm.co.uk

0151 233 6942 This traditional Victorian farm is situated within the grounds of Croxteth Hall in Liverpool and visitors can expect to see rare breeds as well as pigs, sheep, goats and meerkats! Check out the website for special events throughout the year.

Kirkby

Burscough

www.windmillanimalfarm.co.uk

01704 892282 The farm was first opened to the public in 1992 and offers visitors the chance to experience the every day running of an actual working farm while still having the chance to watch, feed, touch and play with animals.

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Church Farm Wirral

www.churchfarm.org.uk

0151 648 7838 Farm parties, tractor rides, meeting the animals, barrel train, Duck pond, picnic area, large indoor and outdoor areas as well as a coffee shop all contribute to a fabulous day out. Many planned activities changing from week to week so contact before hand is advised.

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Windmill Farm As well as these beautiful and unusual animals to see, the farm has three marvellous children’s play areas. The indoor play barn, one of the largest in the North West, the new outdoor play area by the main farm complex and the second new outdoor play area by Lake View, which can be reached by a beautiful miniature train that crosses the farm.

Cedar Farm Mawdesley

www.cedarfarm.net

01704 822038 The wonderful array of unique shops, selling contemporary crafts, clothing, home furnishings and mystic gifts is complemented by a group of creative working artists. The cafe@cedarfarm, serving delicious freshly prepared food and the Coffee Roastery are both award winning places to eat and drink so if you fancy something to eat you have come to the right place!

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Windmill Animal Farm

Acorn Farm

0151 548 1524 Award winning attraction in Kirkby, open seven days a week. Lots of animals you can feed and stroke including sheep, cows, goats, pigs and horses amongst many more!

As it is a working farm they also have b a b y animals to see. Special events, horse rides and petting sessions available as well as outdoor play areas and cafe.

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Exploring Martin Mere This summer the world’s most popular toy will bring families closer to nature at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre and inspire kids (and big kids) to build a better future for wildlife.

Giant LEGO brick sculptures will be at the attraction in Lancashire for 6 weeks this summer from 21 July to 4 September, alongside some of their living counterparts.

Goose (Ne Ne), the world’s rarest goose, and a flamingo.

The LEGO brick animal trail is one of 8 activities Martin Mere is hosting this summer holiday as part of our Nature Explorer attraction.

Children can pick up a special Nature Explorer passport and collect stickers by doing fun activities such as pond dipping, bug hunts, canoe rides and lots lots more. Budding explorers can also get a gold award in our daily award ceremony at 3.30pm by getting a minimum of 6 stickers.

There is no extra cost to for kids (and big kids) to meet the giant LEGO brick animals at WWT Martin Mere, they are included in admission. For further information visit www.wwt.org.uk/martinmere

Visitors will be able to enjoy the trail of 9 individually-designed 4ft (1.5m) LEGO brick characters, plus one surprise new model, inspired by real species at WWT Martin Mere. Included are a large North American River Otter, a Hawaiian

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Family Days Out FOOTBALL CLUB TOURS

Liverpool Football Club Museum & Tour Anfield

www.liverpoolfc.com

0151 260 6677 The stadium tour allows you behind the scenes at Anfield, offering the chance to visit the dressing room, walk down the tunnel to the sound of 45,000 cheering fans, touch the famous ‘This Is Anfield’ sign and sit in the team dugout.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

The Potting Shed Hoylake

www.thepottingshed.eu

0151 336 3000 With over 400 items to choose from for painting, boys and girls will have a field day selecting sharks and princesses, unicorns and butterflies. There are also plates, bowls, mugs, platters and frames. The Potting Shed can also cater for parties, why not give them a ring. Based in Hoylake, kids are sure to have a great time unleashing their artistic talents and bring back a memento or two to adorn their walls and shelves at home.

China Butterfly Liverpool FC

Everton Football Club Stadium Tour Everton

www.evertonfc.com

0151 530 5212 Have you ever wondered just what goes on behind the scenes at Goodison Park? Have you dreamed of walking down the tunnel to the roar of 40,000 fans?

Do you want to know where exactly in the dressing room your favourite players get changed or where the players relax after the game?

A chance of a lifetime awaits you, as you experience the magic of the Goodison Park Stadium Tour.

Formby

www.chinabutterfly.co.uk

01704 831709 China Butterfly offers plenty of craft activities for those who love creating things. Pottery of course but also jewellery, bag design, mosaics and wooden items. Potters wheel sessions and hand building sessions prove particularly popular and China Butterfly welcomes all ages and abilities.

They hold workshops and classes and are a great birthday party venue.

Go Potty!

Go Potty!

Mobile

www.go-potty.co.uk

07932 008 655 Go Potty is fronted by Martin Davis who comes to you with the equipment and the materials including an electric wheel. Using an air drying clay, pots will be dry in a couple of days after his visit and you can get set to paint them. A unique idea ideal for parties and birthdays too...

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“The perfect environment for a child to develop socially & academically” - Parent Satisfaction Survey

Open Evening: Thursday 6th October Open Morning: Saturday 8th October Sixth Form Open Evening: Monday 10th October

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Academic excellence Outstanding extracurricular provision • Small class sizes • Subject specialists

Proud of our family of schools With a consistent 100% pass rate at A Level and 80% of all grades at A* to B, our academic reputation is the best in the area www.merchanttaylors.com

For further information and enquiries, call 0151 932 2414.

The Merchant Taylors’ Schools, Crosby: a company limited by Guarantee. Registered in England: Company Number 6654276.

Registered Office: Liverpool Road, Crosby, Liverpool L23 0QP. Registered Charity Number: 1125485.

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Family Days Out Pleasureland Southport

Blackpool Zoo

BIG DAYS OUT

Blackpool Zoo Blackpool

www.blackpoolzoo.org.uk

01253 830830 The zoo offers many interactive experiences (at a cost) and kids can enjoy tickling a tapir’s tummy, meeting penguins or even be a keeper for the day. But if you are out and about for a great day in well designed grounds with lots to see and do, Blackpool Zoo has it all.

Lytham St Annes www.visitlythamstannes.co.uk

01253 658443 Always lots to see and do in Lytham as the resort boasts a huge sandy beach with traditional donkey rides and bouncy castles as well as a boating lake where you can rent your own little pedal boat and rides to delight the smaller visitors. Older children will love to have a go on Bubbles on the boating lake. Mini golf fun and train rides are also available as well as a variety of cafés and restaurants. Ensure you bring your swimming costumes as there are two large paddling pools.

www.southportpleasureland.com

01704 531957 Looking for a family orientated attraction where entry is free and fun is guaranteed? Look no further than Southport Pleasureland!

Right next to the beach and with a host of rides and attractions to suit families of all ages, Pleasureland is just the ticket!

They’ve a host of eateries, picnic areas and car parking on site – and they are dog friendly!

Open every weekend right Pleasureland through the school holidays and they always look forward to giving you a family friendly welcome!

Formby pinewoods & beach Formby

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/formby

For a day out close to nature Formby pinewoods are a great place to take the kids and unwind with a long walk and some squirrel spotting. The pinewoods are full of rare red squirrels who are so tame they don’t think twice about coming to take a nut from your fingers!

At the end of the pinewoods is Formby beach which is beautifully unspoilt with clean sand and water, perfect for the kids to play during in the summer holidays.

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Troubled Skin?

91-93 Victoria Road - Crosby - Liverpool - L23 7XY - Tel: 0151 924 9083

www.purplemonsterplaycentre.co.uk Opening Times ● Monday to Saturday 9am-6pm ● Sunday: 10am-4pm

FUNFILLED PLAY FRAME, BALL ZONE, BUBBLES SENSORY, MAGIC MUSIC PLUS OUTDOOR AREA SUMMER HOLIDAY PASSES AVAILABLE

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Visit the North West’s award winning play centres in Warrington and Skelmersdale for lots of fun throughout the school holidays.

Go wild in our multi-level play areas, join in with Olympic themed games and activities and enjoy a delicious meal in our cafe!

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Family Days Out BIG DAYS OUT

Gulliver’s Warrington Warrington

www.gulliversfun.co.uk

01925 444888 Lots to do is the best way to describe this day out with 80 rides (half are covered for all weather eventualities), special events, splash zones and a lot more besides. Gulliver’s is also where you can treat everyone to an overnight stay and have lots of exciting things to do. With four eating places (pizzas, burgers, fish and chips and American classics) to choose from, this theme park will make everyone happy whatever their age.

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01704 547147 Southport Flower Show is a great day out for the whole family. There is plenty for the children to enjoy … all for free! Enjoy dog displays, bike stunts or even dive into our new interactive marquee for hours of entertainment and fun learning. Come along on Saturday 20th August and see the fabulous Mr Bloom’s stage show.

The show runs from Thursday 18th – Sunday 21st August 2016. Under 16’s are free.

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Family Friendly Food and Service The Dolphin Restaurant in Southport is a family friendly fish restaurant that has good quality meals that won’t break the family bank.

They have a great children’s menu starting at £2.45, a senior citizens menu for grandma and grandpa only £6.95, and a family menu for mums and dads starting from £6.45. They have a spacious and welcoming dinning room, outside seating and a take away facility.

A recent addition to the Dolphin is a disabled dining area called The Ships Wheel which seats up to 20 wheelchair users and has a large disabled toilet and great disabled access.

Three generations of the Handley family have been serving delicious fish and chips since the 1950s and they pride themselves on the quality of their excellent produce. They try to source all their potatoes and vegetables locally and only the best Icelandic cod and haddock are ever used.

The meals are of excellent quality and made to suit all tastes and budgets.

In 2017 the Handley family are celebrating 60 years and they have won numerous awards and have a 5 star hygiene certificate. If you are coming to Southport make the Dolphin your first port of call for all your family.

Dolphin Restaurant and The Ship’s Wheel

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Family Days Out WWT Martin Mere Burscough

www.wwt.org.uk/martinmere

01704 895181 Step into a wilder world at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre in Burscough where wilderness and family-friendliness combine. Come and enjoy each season, from our award winning Downy Duckling Experience in the spring, nature explorers in summer to thousands of wintering Whooper swans at our enchanting Swan Spectacular.

Go on a Wild Walk over the muddy meadow, through the wet woods and into the reedy ramble, discovering a hidden gem of a wetland habitat with our Wild Walk experience, or take to the water on a canoe safari or guided boat tour, meet our friendly family of otters, dash in the adventure play area and explore the interactive wetland wildlife exhibit ‘WoW’, is it Weird or Wonderful?

You’ll be amazed at how close you can get to fantastic wetland wildlife.

WWT Martin Mere

Go Ape Delamere and Bolton

www.goape.co.uk

0333 331 7620 (local rates) Get in touch with your inner Tarzan! You will get a full briefing before flying down zip-wires, leaping off and tackling crossings in breathtaking scenery. With a choice of two venues in Delamere (Cheshire) and Rivington (near Bolton), Go Ape welcomes all kids, even tiny Tarzans! A great outdoor pursuit!

Knowsley Safari Park Knowsley

knowsleysafariexperience.co.uk

0151 430 9009 Calling all adventurers! Head for the region’s wildest day out and encounter over 700 amazing animals with a safari drive covering 500 acres.

Whether up close or on our car friendly route, you’ll get a great view of the monkey madness.

Plus you can see the kings of the jungle in the famous fence-free lion enclosure.

Go Ape

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Inspirational Play for Active Kids.

Welcome to Mattel Play! Liverpool, a brand new indoor activity attraction located at the Albert Dock. Based on the popular TV series that children know and love – Thomas & Friends,™ Bob the Builder™ and Fireman Sam,™ inspire your child’s imagination with over 13,000 square feet of interactive play across three uniquely themed zones.

Non-adventurers can enjoy free entry to our on-site café and shop for a spot of lunch and to browse our comprehensive range of Mattel® toys, games and merchandise.

Book online for guaranteed entry.

mattelplayliverpool.com Mattel Play! Liverpool, Albert Dock, Liverpool L3 4AA ©2016 HIT Entertainment Limited and Keith Chapman. ©2016 Gullane (Thomas) Limited. ©2016 Prism Art & Design Limited. ©2016 HIT Entertainment Limited. ©2016 Mattel Inc. All rights reserved.

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Family Days Out

Mersey Ferries ‘Snowdrop’

ON THE WATER

Rock and River Mawdesley

www.rockandriver.co.uk

01704 822644 Looking for something more adventurous this summer... Holiday Activities are back!

A trip to Rock and River Outdoor Centre is all about trying something new and challenging.

There’s a huge range of exciting activities to try including Climbing, Kayaking, High Ropes, Archery, Den Building, and lots more.

Rock and River welcome thousands of children each year for school trips, and now you can bring them over the summer! Holiday activities return on July 20th, drop them off Monday - Friday from 8am-5pm (Half days also available). Prices from £16. Buy 4 days and get the 5th free!

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Mersey Ferries Liverpool

www.merseyferries.co.uk

0151 330 1444 Get on board for a dazzling day out this summer!

The Mersey Ferry ‘Snowdrop’ has received a dazzling makeover courtesy of pop-artist Sir Peter Blake, in commemoration of the First World War when the ‘dazzling of ships’ was invented.

Hop on board to see the best views of the Liverpool waterfront during our 50 minute River Explorer Cruise. There’s an on board exhibition too that explains about the role of Dazzle Ships in the country’s wartime history.

To check sailing dates see the calendar on the Mersey Ferries’ website.

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Floral Pavilion Theatre · New Brighton

Miss Giggles Every Monday starting 25th July to 15th August at 2pm All tickets £3.00

Miss Giggles returns this summer with her traditional ‘It’s behind you’ style show.

Let your children enter the magical world of Chuckleborough!

Meet Hoppy the rabbit and Squeak the mouse, but be aware of what lives in the castle!

With puppets, magic, music and dancing, this will be a fun-filled hour of entertainment for everyone aged between 2 and 8 years old.

A perfect summer holiday activity - every child will take home a balloon model and a huge, happy smile! www.missgiggles.co.uk

The Gruffalos Child Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st July Sat: 1.30pm & 4.30pm Sun: 10.30am & 1.30pm All tickets £12.50

Following hot on the heels of The Gruffalo’s monstrous success comes The Gruffalo’s Child with attitude! Just how brave is she? Find out for yourselves by joining her at The Floral Pavilion Theatre.

The Gruffalo said that no Gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood ...

One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s child ignores her father’s warning and tiptoes out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist... does he?

Tall Stories Theatre Company returns, bringing Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning sequel to life in this magical, musical adaptation. Recommended for ages 3+. www.thegruff aloschildlive.com

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TRAINS AND BOATS AND ....

Southport Marine Lake www.visitsouthport.com

01704 533333 At Marine Lake you’ll find a choice of water based activities to keep the whole family entertained. Marine Lake also has pedalos and motor boats for hire as well as offering high speed rides on a power boat. To be enjoyed whatever the age!

Canal And River Cruises Liverpool

www.merseyferries.co.uk

0151 330 1444 Would it be a Manchester Canal experience or a case of Ferry, Cross The Mersey, there is something for every budget if you like a boat ride.

With day and evening options, you can build a whole day or experience and get the family to discover a little more about where they live from a unique viewpoint. A great day out.

The West Lancashire Light Railway Hesketh Bank

Southport Marine Lake

Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre Crosby

www.crosbylakeside.co.uk

0151 966 6868 Give the kids an active day out and encourage them to take a break away from the television or their computer games. Forming part of the gateway to the Mersey Estuary the £10 million development has a whole host of water sports available … as well as a gym, fitness classes and bar and bistro.

www.westlancsrailway.org

01772 815881 Small, friendly narrow gauge steam railway.

Special events include Teddy’s Day as well as kids rides on the train. Have the whole train to yourself for a birthday party and enjoy as many rides as you like. A great alternative and not as expensive as you may think.

Crosby Lakeside

OUT OF THIS WORLD

Illuminasia Blackpool

West Lancashire Light Railway

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www.illuminasia.co.uk

01253 629801 A combination of ancient Chinese tradition and modern production, this is a truly awe inspiring experience that is sure to delight and astound.

Exotic flowers, giant butterflies, replica landmarks (45ft Blackpool Tower), fish and warriors, there are six immersive zones to visit and walk through. This exhibition is not to be missed and is in the Winter Gardens in Blackpool.

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Family Days Out OUT OF THIS WORLD

Spaceport Seacombe

www.spaceport.org.uk

0151 330 1444 Located at Seacombe Ferry Terminal, take your own journey through space and learn more about our planet and beyond!

You’ll find space-tastic displays, an exciting cosmic coaster space ride plus a spectacular 360° space dome theatre show on our ground floor. Plus there are a variety of themed galleries which make learning about the solar system, milky way and wormholes great fun.

Afterwards, head upstairs to our new Interactive Zone! ‘Feel the Force’ and ‘See the Light’ with our exciting hands on exhibits and ‘Play the Wall’ in our gaming zone too. Make a day of it and take a Mersey Ferry to Spaceport.

Spaceport

INDOOR CENTRES

Bubbles World Of Play New Brighton

www.bubblesworldofplay.co.uk

0151 691 6030 With the largest and most innovative play frame in the Country for 0 – 11 year old’s, Bubbles’ World of Play is the place that children want to go to. Over 30 different themed countries and zones spread over 5 levels from the Taj Mahal to our very own secret Egyptian Tomb.

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Go! Kids Play Centres Speke

www.gokidsplaycentres.com

0151 486 9374 Liverpool’s newest, biggest and best family play and party centre. Areas for juniors, toddlers & babies as well as a go-kart circuit and sports area. Monthly activities for kids with disabilities and their carers are held.

Jellybugs Aintree

www.jellybugs.co.uk

0208 004 3842 A fun soft play zone for little ones aged 5 and under with lots of climbing, jumping, bouncing and ball pool! They have a separate baby section for 0-2 year olds and a cafe on site. You can also book one of their Award winning parties which can be booked online on the website.

Jellybugs

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Schoolchildren to benefit from free vision screening New online vision screening software is now available free of charge to all local Southport, Formby and Ormskirk schools, following a study revealing that millions of children have never had an eye test.

Funded by Specsavers for their Screening for Schools campaign, the software is designed to be operated by teachers and other school staff or volunteers and is being made available for Ormskirk, Formby and Southport school children to benefit from.

The threeminute screening test, developed by optometrists and vision scientists at City University London, can detect the most common eye problems that affect children.

As well as long and short sight, these include astigmatism, lazy eye and squints. Following a sight test, a report will automatically be generated to help parents or guardians make a more informed decision about their child’s eyes.

Despite national recommendations by the NHS that all four-year-olds should receive a sight check, research by the College of Optometrists found that less than a third of local authorities in England are providing vision screening for children.

Specsavers’ own research by OnePoll last November revealed that nearly four million UK children have never had their sight tested at school.

The research also revealed almost a third of North West parents surveyed whose children aged 3-16 had never had an eye test (31.2%), admitted this was because they ‘had never thought about it’.

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46.21% felt that having glasses had improved their child’s academic results. Furthermore, 53.79% said they saw a positive difference in their child’s enthusiasm, engagement and progression at school after they started wearing their glasses.

Stuart Roberts, director of Specsavers in Southport and Formby, says: ‘A child’s eyesight will continue to develop up to the age of eight years old and a number of conditions can be corrected by an optician if detected before this time.

‘However, there is still a lack of general awareness among some parents and teachers about the importance of regular eye tests from the age of three or four. There have been cases where children have been misdiagnosed with dyslexia, ADHD or learning difficulties when in fact the child simply needs glasses.’

Star of C4’s Jamie’s Dream School, Head teacher John d’Abro, said: ‘While it is difficult to show a direct link between vision and social and educational development, few would argue that these children with sight problems are not disadvantaged to some extent.”

In 2014, Specsavers commissioned a survey of 1,500 UK parents with children aged between three and 16, which showed that more than 50% of parents saw an improvement in the performance of their child’s social skills after being fitted with glasses, while 26% saw an improvement in their child academically.

Book your next appointment with Specsavers Southport 01704 501944 Specsavers Formby 01704 832311 Specsavers Ormskirk 01695 587920 Or book online at www.specsavers.co.uk

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Family Days Out ALL ABOUT HISTORY

World Museum Liverpool www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/wml/

0151 478 4399 Egyptian and Asian artefacts. Ever changing attractions and themed rooms. Natural and fascinating history including fossils and dinosaurs.

Planetarium with free public shows. You can literally spend the day there in a museum that engages everyone, at any age.

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U-Boat Story Birkenhead

www.u-boatstory.co.uk

0151 330 1444 Located at Woodside Ferry Terminal, see what life was like on board a real German U-boat. Cross-sectioned in to four areas with glass viewing partitions, this submarine tells the story of World War II German submarine U-534. Through the exhibition’s interactive and audio-visual exhibits, gain insight into wartime life and the enduring mystery of U-534. Discover surprisingly well preserved artefacts too including a real Enigma machine.

Make a day of it and take a Mersey Ferry to visit U-boat Story.

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Liverpool War Museum Liverpool

www.liverpoolwarmuseum.co.uk

0151 227 2008 Combined Operations, which was responsible for control of the Western Approaches, was moved in 1941 from Plymouth to Derby House, part of Exchange Buildings. The War Rooms is a restoration of the WWII Command Centre that operated throughout the Battle of the Atlantic: the longest running conflict of WWII.

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Speke Hall Speke

www.nationaltrust.org.uk

0151 327 7231 For children who are interested in history, Speke Hall is the ideal day out. Surrounded by beautiful gardens the hall is a perfect example of a grand Tudor residence with the gardens being perfect to relax in on a beautiful summer’s day. From audio guides, to guided tours, special children’s activities and summer events Speke Hall is perfect for the whole family.

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Rufford

www.nationaltrust.org.uk

0844 800 1895 Rufford Old Hall has lots of outdoor fun for children this summer including giant games and the chance to experience woodland adventures as part of the National Trust 50 things to do before you’re 11¾ challenge. You can also take time out to explore the house and Tudor Great Hall, and complete a House trail. For events and opening times, go to the website.

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Puppet State Theatre Company The Man Who Planted Trees Sat 16 July, 2.30pm £8 / £6 / £24 family Ages 7+

Zoo Man Fri 29 July, Fri 12 Aug, Fri 26 Aug,, 10.30pm £2.50 Children’s Library

A touching tale and a hilarious Booking essential. puppet show.

Free Activities 21 July – 31 Aug Make It! Mon, 11am- 3pm The Art Box Hands On! Tue, 11am -1pm & 1.30pm - 3pm Explore it!

Thu, 11am - 3pm The Discovery Box

Cathy Shiel Cyril the Squirrel Sat 30 July, 2.30pm £8 / £6 / £24 family Ages 3+ Silly and heart warming.

Honalee Media Marty MacDonald’s Toy Machine Sat 20 August, 2.30pm £8 / £6 / £24 family Ages 2+ Fun, musical interactive adventure.

Mrs Goodison’s House: Ancient Egypt brought to life Sat 23 July – Sun 30 Oct An immersive experience where you can find out about this adventurous local woman and her fascinating Egyptian artefacts.

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Free Craft Fri, 10.30am Children’s Library Other paid events may be on, please check.

Family Fun Day Sat 23 July 11am - 4pm Open: Mon – Sat 10am - 4pm Sun 11am - 4pm

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Villagio Cucina Italian Café, Bar and Trattoria

The Southport Restaurateurs Association consists of 27 of the best independent eateries in the town. All the restaurants try to buy as much of their fresh produce locally and regionally as is possible – ensuring the freshest and best quality ingredients are included in their dishes.

So no matter whether it is a casual lunchtime meal or a large family celebration, you’re sure to find a restaurant to suit you in Southport. And not only that, you know your host will be on hand to look after you and ensure you have a really memorable occasion.

For more information on where to dine in Southport go to the ‘Eating & Drinking’ section of visitsouthport.com … here you will find descriptions of all the restaurants and the type of food they serve.

All Day Dining in the Heart of Birkdale Village Villaggio Cucina serves the best and freshest seasonal produce using traditional Italian techniques. We have something for everyone across our variety of menus. We have put together a well-balanced wine list to compliment our dishes perfectly. The list of discovery and popular wine styles, were researched, tasted and made by in house wine experts.

Serving Coffee, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner every day.

Monday to Thursday 9:00am until 9:15pm Friday & Saturday 9:00am until 9:45pm Sundays 10:00 am until 8:00pm

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offer a wide range of menus, with some dishes taken from our restaurant menus and a whole lot more, so we can ensure we offer enough diversity for all our customers.

31 Liverpool Road, Birkdale, PR8 4AG Tel: 01704 564564 www.villaggiocucina.co.uk

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VILLAGGIO CUCINA Located in the heart of Birkdale Village this restaurant creates an authentic Italian experience for it’s customers by delivering a combination of classic and modern Italian flavours using seasonal and fresh produce.

NOSTALGIA TEA ROOMS Listen to the music of yesteryear as you select from the varied menu and specials board, offering home cooked delights from soup and snacks to cream teas, light bites, main meals, tempting desserts and a dazzling array of hot and cold beverages.

VOLARÉ VolarÊ offers authentic Italian cuisine in a relaxed and simple atmosphere and it’s owner Onofrio is also the chef so you are assured of the very best in food. The menu is varied and when you’ve eaten at VolarÊ customers leave truly satisfied.

An Experience in Yesteryear That All the Family Will Enjoy Tempt yours with breakfast, snacks, full meals, childrens menu, specials board, delicious desserts and gluten free menu.

Soup Snacks, Cream Teas and Afternoon Tea, all with Victorian waitress service.

Sit back, relax and enjoy your visit.

You’re always welcome at Nostalgia Tea Rooms Worth the climb, every time Situated on the first floor of the black and white building on the junction of Lord St/Eastbank St

CHEZ MOI This classic French restaurant specialises in the finest cuisine as owner Hakim learned his trade in Marseilles and Paris and now provides Southport with his expertise. Specialities include an impressive seafood menu as well as steaks and, for the adventurous, escargots and frogs legs.

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How does your g You don’t need to be contrary like Mary to enjoy your garden growing!

Many keen gardeners will admit that they started very young (generally with a grandparent) and with summer upon us, what better way to keep everyone busy outside and healthy than gardening.

MOTIVATION If you are lucky to have a garden, why not dedicate a little corner to the kids. That way they can tend to a project on a smallish scale and enjoy success.

Grow something that you can eat. Most children will eat anything they have grown and what a perfect introduction to healthy living!

Grow fast growing flowers and plants. Go to your nearest garden centre and ask questions.

Try to grow from seeds if you can. The sense of achievement will be even bigger!

RAINY DAYS The perfect time to plan more. If the kids love gardening then this is the time to do a bit more research, think about what they want to do next, whether they are ready to do more, etc.

A visit to a garden centre can also be beneficial to expand knowledge and ask questions to experts on hand.

Look for a local garden centre where kids are welcome.

You can also create a garden scrapbook, decorate plant pots and make a bird feeder.

TIPS FOR SUCCESS GROW SUNFLOWERS Plant the seeds and watch them grow grow grow! Better grown against a wall or make sure you have supporting canes for best results.

GROW FLOWERS THAT BUTTERFLIES LOVE Goldenrod, New English Aster and Joe-Pye weed are all good contenders amongst many other varieties. Ask your local garden centre for advice.

GROW TOMATOES Even if the kids don’t like them they will be amazed at growing them, tasting them and loving them. A tomato is a fruit after all, choose a sweet variety and if you do get a bumper crop make a simple pasta sauce with them that everyone will love to eat.

HELP AT WATERING TIME Buy a small watering can for the toddlers and they will help water their plants when you do yours.

SUNNY DAYS Start with the basics and discover how you can enrich the soil you are about to use, teaching as you go along why that is important.

It is also a marvellous opportunity to learn how to make your own compost and for a bit of fun, why not organise a garden treasure hunt.

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MAKE YOUR OWN COMPOST You need: • Compost bin with lid • Plant waste • Kitchen waste • Soil • Used animal or pet bedding WHAT TO DO: Help the kids place the bin on an earth base (not concrete) that they can easily access Fill the bin with harden waste, old plants that you have pulled out, content of hamster or gerbil cage after a clean, old peelings from the kitchen and eggshells.

SPRINKLE SOIL ON TOP Cover the bin with an old bit of carpet or doormat to keep the heat in and leave well alone until you have more waste to add to the bin.

After three or four months, remove the cover and help your little one to dig the compost over. Leave it to rot further.

When the bottom of the compost is brown and crumbly it’s ready. Use it on the garden! www.bbc.co.uk

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How does your garden grow?

GROW YOUR INITIAL ON THE LAWN

MAKE A BIRD FEEDER

This only takes 20 minutes to set up and a week of waiting. A perfect summer project.

This will take just 20 to 30 minutes (and will have to cool) …

You need: • an old cereal box • a pair of scissors • a few pebbles or skewers WHAT TO DO: Ask the children to draw the first letter of their name on the plain side of a cereal box.

Get them to cut it out in bubble writing so it’s nice and fat.

Get them to put it on the grass in their garden. They should try to find a patch of grass which is in the sun most of the day.

They need to hold it down with pebbles or by pushing some skewers through it, then leave it for a week. When they remove the cardboard, they should find that the grass has gone yellow in the shape of their letter.

The children could try it again with some shapes, such as a crescent moon or a triangle.

PLEASE NOTE: After a few days of the sunlight getting back to the grass, the yellowing will disappear … so do not worry! www.bbc.co.uk

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You need: • An equal quantity of shredded suet (from any supermarket) and wild bird seed mix (from a pet shop). The amount depends on the size you would like the feeder to be (100g, or 3.5oz is a good amount to start with) • Any extra of the following: fresh peanuts (hulled from monkey nuts, not toasted, roasted or salted), sunflower seeds, stale cake crumbs, cheese crumbs, seeds from dock, thistle, stinging nettle, knapweed, teasel or ragwort collected from the wilder parts of your garden • A small tin (washed and dried) or a coconut shell • Saucepan • Wooden spoon WHAT TO DO: Get your children to weigh out an amount of suet and put it in a saucepan. Help them to melt it over a gentle heat.

Next they must weigh out an equal quantity of seed, adding in any extra ingredients they wish to include.

When the fat is liquid, turn off the heat.

Help them to remove the pan from the cooker, and then stir in the seeds and other ingredients you have chosen.

The mixture should look quite sticky as this is what holds the mixture together once it has cooled. Leave it to cool slightly.

Tip it into the tin or the coconut shell.

Leave to cool and set completely.

When it is set, string up the tin or shell, and wedge it into the branch of a tree in the garden.

Place it somewhere children can see from inside your house.

Now everyone can keep an eye on the bird feeder and see what comes to eat the delicious seed cake.

Remind them to make another cake when the first one is getting low. www.bbc.co.uk

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Learn to swim in 4 hours

Gail Rickett was recently featured on National Television for her jaw dropping results, such as 3 year olds swimming 1/4 of a mile and 4 year old Jodie swimming one mile, all swam without arm bands and correct strokes!

Gail is running a new four day Learn to Swim Course where children like Lilly Woods and Layla Vella have learnt a full stroke and swam up to 1/4 of a mile in one to three lessons from a complete beginner!

Gail’s secret is due to her special teaching methods, and over 20 years teaching experience. Gail has also been awarded by the Amateur Swimming Association for her ‘Dedication to Swimming’. There are different courses available: the VIP private 1 to 1 course which is available all year round.

Private lessons weekly, the group 4 & 8 day intensive courses in the school holidays, and weekly group classes.

Ammie Hunt, a non swimmer attended the intense course and gained both her 300m breaststroke and 200m backstroke a few months later Ammie gained her one mile distance swim.

Call Gail on 07449 135450, visit www.swimbaby.co.uk Join Gail on facebook, Gail Rickett (Learn Swimming) and www.thewaterwhisperer.co.uk

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More than just flowers This year’s Southport Flower Show (18th – 21st August) has a Mediterranean theme and will celebrate the culture, cuisine and fragrant gardens of the southern European coast.

The show features masterclasses from the UK’s top gardeners including Joe Swift, Carol Klein and Christine Walkden plus keenly contested amateur growers’ competitions and the spectacle of the Grand Floral Marquee.

Southport also features entertainment for all the family and a food festival which grows in size and popularity every year.

Ainsley Harriott will open this year’s show and be joined by a host of famous names including chefs Aiden Byrne and Andrew Nutter.

Ainsley will open the annual show on the Lancashire coast before showcasing the culinary skills which have made him one of Britain’s best-loved TV cooks.

He has starred in a string of popular TV shows, including Ainsley’s Barbecue Bible, Ready Steady Cook and, over the last year, Ainsley Harriott’s Street Food and Len & Ainsley’s Big Food Adventure. He also threw some memorable shapes on the dancefloor when he appeared in the most recent series of Strictly Come Dancing.

Ainsley is a best-selling author, with over two million copies sold worldwide, and is a familiar face in our shopping aisles with his highly successful range of soups, rice and cous cous.

With so much to see and do make sure you get here early!

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Southport Air

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Friday Night Flying Friday 9th September 2016 This year the Southport Air Show celebrates its 25th anniversary with FRIDAY NIGHT FLYING! The FIRST EVER night air show in the North West! Confirmed aircraft: • The Typhoon at dusk • The Fireflies Display Team with LED lights and pyros • The Blades Aerobatic Team • The Tigers Freefall Team • P-51 Mustang

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Air Show Weekend Flying Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th September 2016 Over the weekend there will be air show favourites, fast jets, military aircraft and brand new International displays • NEW : Vampire Pair • NEW : B-25 Mitchell • MiG-15 • Red Arrows - Saturday only • Typhoon • Battle of Britain Memorial Flight • Black Cats • The Fairey Swordfish • The Blades • P-51 Mustang • Jet Provost • Team Raven • Tigers Freefall Team Tickets for the SATURDAY and SUNDAY are from £6.50 in advance and from £45 for Premier tickets.

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very best footwear Over The Moon Kids Boutique and Shoe Studio have held pride of place in Union Street, Southport for many years with stunning fashions for trendy little people. The boutique stock beautiful designer clothes and shoes for both girls and boys from newborn to 12 years.

Proprietor Tina Bulmer is committed to stocking well established brands such as Tutto Piccolo, S & D Le Chic, Little Darlings and Deux Par Deux. Over The Moon Kids Boutique and Shoe Studio are now delighted

to add their school shoe collection with Start-Rite and Lelli Kelly topping the bill, two of the most sought after shoe manufacturers around.

With The Studio’s School Shoe ranges now in stock, the boutique are offering the very best in footwear for your children and just to give you that added extra value to your purchase each school shoe sale comes with a £5 off voucher to spend towards clothing in store. (T’s and C’s apply).

Book your appointment early for your fitting to guarantee your sizes in stock in time for back to school.

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This is the cry that every parent dreads, yet most will no doubt hear at some point this summer.

When there is nothing on TV and even they have had enough of sitting in front of their computer games, what activities are there that won't cost the earth and will make everyone happy this summer.

Here’s a few suggestions to help fill the void.

PHOTO CHASE

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This is a really good fun thing to do and is particularly enjoyable with more than one child.

They are all going to become photo hunters!

Start by making a list of shapes and put them into charts containing hearts, circles, triangles, letters, crescents and so on.

Give a copy to each ‘hunter’.

Then have everyone with a camera go out and find the shapes in surprising places, taking a photo of what they find. Old mobile phones are ideal for this.

They may find an oval stone, a triangle of blue sky between two buildings, square cookies in a jar or even a heart-shaped cloud.

Each time they ‘snap’ a shape they can tick it off the chart. When they have finished their quest they can all share their results with each other. Maybe you’ll provide a prize.

Later, why not make a little slideshow as a memory of a very special day out.

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MIRROR, MIRROR

DRESS UP DAY

This simple trick can be fun for hours and give parents a bit of a break.

Particularly fun in pairs!

Use a hand held mirror, face it to the ceiling and hold it just below the eyes so all you can see in the mirror is the ceiling.

Start walking slowly and the optical illusion of seeing the ceiling where the floor should be will bring out fits of giggles and every room will get a thorough inspection.

Make sure that excitement does not result in the children running into furniture or falling down stairs!

Mum, get some of your old clothes that you don’t mind being ‘manhandled’ and put them in a big box.

If you have some accessories (scarves, ties etc) organise a competition to find who can look the craziest, the smartest or the most stylish.

You could also ask the children to dress you in the weirdest way they can think of and if, you don’t mind, afterwards they could take a photo and put it on Facebook!

Lots of fun to be had!

This is a really great activity outside if it is a sunny day.

DAY DIARY Give the children a blank book and a box of crayons, glue and safety scissors.

The aim is to record either a day, or a room contents or what’s in the garden.

They can collect small items like twigs, bottle caps, flowers and glue them into the book with an observation of what the item represents.

Make sure you have a small prize for the best entries (plus a prize for everyone taking part, of course).

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HOME MADE PLAYDOUGH This is ideal for those who like to make a mess that miraculously becomes a long lasting play dough that can be played with for hours!

It lasts longer than shop bought and smells better too. And you can store it in a kilner jar or an airtight box.

Here’s what you will need: • 500g flour • 410g salt • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil • 250ml hot water Mix the flour and salt in a large sturdy bowl.

In a separate bowl, add approx 125g of the flour and salt and mix with approx 60ml of the water. Add food colouring if you want with one and a half teaspoon of oil. Now mix well.

Knead for a few seconds on a floured surface.

If too dry add a little water, if too wet add some flour.

Repeat three more times with different colours.

You can also add some scents such as lemon oil or vanilla essence to each mix.

You can also add herbs, glitter or sand for texture and feel.

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Collect 3 stamps and on your 4th visit have a splash on us!

An all weather indoor water park, we offer a brilliant action packed day for all with a fantastic range of flumes and river rides, a relaxing bubble spa, toddler pool and water play area including tipping buckets!

Please visit our website for opening times Terms & Conditions Pay for 3 admissions of equal value and your next admission (of the same value) is free. Tickets hold no monetary value. Tickets are valid 1st May–30th September 2016. Offer may be withdrawn at the discretion of management.

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Dunes Splash World The Esplanade, Southport PR8 1RX Tel. 01704 537 160

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Whether it’s two hour sessions or a week long course you’re looking for, we offer a wide range of exciting activities for children during school holidays.

Activities run from 9.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday We also offer wrap around care from 8.30am to 5.30pm for an additional £5 per day.

CALL US ON 0151 966 6868 OR VISIT: CROSBYLAKESIDE.CO.UK

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Fun, Fitness & Healthy Eating Sefton Community Learning Service are holding family learning activities at 53 Cambridge Rd Seaforth L21 1EZ on the following dates Saturday 23rd July 10.00am - 2.00pm

Tue 26th July 10.00am – 12.00pm

Family Fitness

Health Eating

Football and fitness activities

Create and cook healthy pizza’s, dips and crudités

Monday 25th July 10.00am – 12.00pm Craft Session Make a personalised flameless fairy jar and design your own jewellery

Monday 25th July 1.00pm – 3.00pm Healthy Eating Create and cook healthy pizza’s, dips and crudités

Tuesday 26th July 1.00pm - 3.00pm Craft session Make a personalised flameless fairy jar and design your own jewellery

Sessions are free of charge and all resources will be provided. Places are limited and restricted to 3 children per adult, please book early to secure a place by calling 0151 934 4546 Sefton Community Learning services offer programmes of learning throughout the year including qualifications in maths and English and employability skills. We also offer short courses in social media, IPad training and all aspects of microsoft office. We work in partnership with Sefton@Work – Run the Ways to Work Programme which aims to support local people into work through job search, coaching, mentoring, paid work experience, training and skills development and information, advice and guidance. It is part funded by the European Social Fund and Youth Employment Initiative.

Sefton Community Learning Service, 53 Cambridge Road,

Seaforth L21 1EZ Tel 0151 934 4546

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A right old bake off Cooking with kids is often fun but never more than when it involves baking cakes or making sweet stuff. However, and as always, results have to work out first time to avoid disappointment and being discouraged.

These five recipes are a hoot to make and results are guaranteed!

Princess Cupcakes 5+ Just bake the fairy cakes and when cool, turn them upside down. Google your child’s preferred princesses and print on card. Cut out and secure with a cocktail stick on each cake. Decorate the cupcake so it resembles a gown. The recipe is a classic 'pound cake' recipe and weights depend on egg weight (see below).

You need: Basic cupcake mixture • eggs • butter, softened • caster sugar • self raising flour Flavour options For vanilla: • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract per egg For chocolate: • 1 tsp cocoa powder mixed with 1/2 teaspoon hot water per egg For coffee: • 1 tsp instant coffee granules mixed with a couple of drips of hot water per egg Vanilla buttercream • 100g butter, softened • 300g icing sugar • 1 dash milk • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

NOW BAKE! Heat oven to 180 C / Gas 4. Line a tin with silicone or paper cupcake cases.

First, help your child weigh your ingredients according to the weight of your eggs. Weigh your eggs in their shells, and then measure out the same weight of butter, sugar and flour. Two eggs make approximately 12 cupcakes, but you can increase or decrease the quantity as desired.

Make sure the butter is softened. Whisk the softened butter with the sugar until creamy, be sure to use a biggish bowl if little hands are helping as you don’t want mix everywhere!

Add one egg and an equal weight of sifted flour and mix. Repeat this step until you are on your last egg.

Next, add any flavouring you would like vanilla, chocolate, coffee, etc. Mix well and try to get as much air into the mix as possible. Spoon mixture into cases so they are 2/3 full.

Place in the pre-heated oven and bake for 10/12 minutes. Check they are cooked by inserting a knife into the centre of the cake, if it comes out clean they're good to eat!

When they are cool enough to handle, slice a little off the top so that they stand upside down without too much wobble, then take off the cases and leave to cool completely.

TO DECORATE For the icing, use a ratio of 1 part butter to 3 parts icing sugar with a teaspoon of flavouring and just a dash of milk at the end to get the right consistency. The quantities listed above are for 12 cupcakes with a 'healthy' amount of icing. Simply combine and beat well until the icing is smooth.

Place the icing in an icing bag to make swirls around the top of each cupcake. Google images of your chosen character, print on card and cut them out. Stick them to cocktail sticks and place them into the top of the icing. www.allrecipes.co.uk

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Instant Chocolate Mousse

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Delicious and quite easy to make, using every day ingredients. An adult is definitely needed for the caramel part! Otherwise simplicity itself.

Who wants to wait for hours for a mousse to set when it can be done so easily as this Nigella Lawson recipe proves.

An added bonus is that you won't use raw eggs either making it a perfect option.

Serve with nice juicy strawberries for added freshness.

You need Cake Batter • 240g Plain flour • 2.5 tsp baking powder • 1 tsp cinammon • ½ tsp ground ginger • 300g golden caster sugar • 120g VERY SOFT unsalted butter • 3 large eggs • 150ml soured cream Topping • 80g unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing) • 150g light muscovado sugar • ½ tsp vanilla bean paste • 4 large bananas

NOW BAKE! Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and lightly grease a deep 23cm round cake tin, lining the base with baking parchment.

To make the topping, put the butter and sugar in a small saucepan and cook over a medium heat until melted and combined. Add the vanilla carefully and mix together. Pour the caramel very carefully into the cake tin and spread in an even layer. Cut the bananas in half lengthways and arrange on top of the caramel, cut-side down.

To make the batter, put all the ingredients in a large bowl with 1/4 tsp salt. Use an electric mixer to beat together on a low speed until the batter is smooth and evenly mixed. Pour the batter on top of the bananas and level out with a spatula. Bake in the oven for 50 mins–1 hr or until a skewer inserted in the middle comes out clean.

If the cake begins to look too dark, cover with foil after 35 mins.

Allow to cool in the tin for 10 mins before turning out onto a plate.

Best served warm but also delicious at room temperature.

You need • 150g mini marshmallows • 50g soft butter • 250g good dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa solids) chopped into small pieces • 60ml hot water (from a recently boiled kettle) • 284ml double cream • 1 tsp vanilla extract

NOW BAKE! Put the marshmallows, butter, chocolate and water in a heavy-based saucepan.

Put the saucepan on the hob, heat, though keep it fairly gentle, to melt the contents, stirring every now and again. Remove from the heat.

Meanwhile, whip the cream with the vanilla extract until thick, and then fold into the cooling chocolate mixture until you have a smooth, cohesive mixture.

Pour or scrape into 4 glasses or ramekins, about 175ml / ¾ cup each in capacity, or 6 smaller (125ml / ½ cup) ones, and chill until you want to eat. The sooner the better! www.nigella.com

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Fruity Ice Cream 5+ Now that the sun is shining (we hope) the time has come to eat more ice cream – as if we needed an excuse! This easy recipe will make the most of soft fruits you can find during the summer months.

Easy to make but you need a bit of patience before you eat it.

You need • 150g caster sugar • 125ml water • 450g soft fruit (blackcurrants, strawberries or raspberries) • 250ml double cream

NOW BAKE (well FREEZE!) Put the sugar and water into a pan and dissolve the sugar over a low heat Bring to the boil for 3 minutes to make a sugar syrup.

Sieve the fruit into a bowl to remove the pips and skin (if you have a food processor, give them a quick blitz first and then sieve them) Mix the syrup into the fruit puree and allow to cool.

In a clean bowl, whisk the cream lightly until thickened but not 'solid' - when the fruit mixture has cooled, add the cream and fold in well until smooth.

Pour into a freezer-proof container and freeze for around 2-3 hours until the mixture is starting to freeze around the edges Take out of the freezer and empty back into the bowl.

Beat well, until smooth again, then put back into the freezer-proof container and return to the freezer until frozen.

You will need to take this out of the freezer about 5 minutes before serving, to allow it to soften. www.netmums.com

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Easy Apple Muffins 5+ Easy and delicious, you could swap the apple for pretty much any fruit you like (peaches and apricots are good too). A healthier alternative to any cupcakes as there is no icing involved.

You need: • 225g self-raising flour • 115g caster sugar • 1/2 tsp cinnamon • 180ml buttermilk • 1 egg • 125ml vegetable oil • 2 Granny Smith apples

NOW BAKE! Measure out all the ingredients and preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Line a muffin tin with 10 muffin paper cases.

In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar and cinnamon. Then combine the buttermilk, egg and vegetable oil in a jug and whisk well.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently fold together.

Peel and dice the apples into small pieces, then fold them through too. Spoon into muffin cases and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the muffins from the oven and place on a wire cooling rack. www.kidspot.com.au

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SUMMER FUN IS COMING... A

Looking for a family orientated attraction where entry is free and fun is guaranteed? Look no further than Southport Pleasureland!

Right next to the beach and with a host of rides and attractions to suit families of all ages, Pleasureland is just the ticket!

We are free to enter so you can bring the family without having to pay unless you want to ride or use our attractions. Our Fun Card token system for rides means it’s easy to budget for your visit. Plus we have loads of places for food and drink as well as lovely picnic areas if you bring your own! Our gardening team works year round to keep the

Southport Pleasureland • info@southportpleasureland

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park looking colourful and bright – we’re sure you’ll like it!

And we’re dog friendly too! You don’t have to leave your faithful friend at home as dogs on leads are welcome here and we have watering areas around the park.

Our rides are mostly two or three tokens, or you can purchase a VIP Fun Card (online

only) and ride for three hours for just £25!

It’s not just about rides either, we have stalls to test your skill, a super Sega family arcade, character entertainment and our own roving magician.

We’re open every weekend plus right through the school holidays – we look forward to giving you a family friendly welcome!

pleasureland.com • Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 1RX

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Summer Movies We take a look at some of the summer blockbuster releases due to hit the big screen over the coming months.

GHOSTBUSTERS

released 11 July

Ghostbusters makes its long-awaited return, rebooted with a cast of hilarious new characters. Thirty years after the beloved original franchise took the world by storm, this is a fresh take to the supernatural comedy. This summer, Ghostbusters are here to save the world!

ICE AGE: COLLISON COURSE

released 15 July

Manny, Sid and Diego are back for one final film in this hugely successful franchise. When Scrat’s quest for his acorn leads him to space, he accidentally sets an asteroid on course for Earth.

Now, the rest of the herd must set out on a mission to save their planet from annihilation. But, at least as far as Sid is concerned, the impending apocalypse is rather less important than finding a new girlfriend.

THE BFG

released 22 July

Sophie is a young girl who lives in an orphanage. At three in the morning, when she’s the only one left awake, ‘The BFG’ appears at the window. Soon, the Big Friendly Giant whisks her away from everything she’s known, and off onto an adventure. Together, they set out to capture the evil, man-eating giants who have been invading the human world. Roald Dahl’s classic novel finally comes to the big screen under the sure hand of legendary director Steven Spielberg, and stars Oscar winner Mark Rylance as ‘The BFG’.

FINDING DORY

released 29 July

Everyone’s favourite forgetful blue tang is back at last for ‘Finding Dory’, which sees her go off on a new adventure to search for the family she forgot about. Waking up one morning, she sees a picture in her head – and comes to a shocking realisation. She has remembered something! It seems impossible but it’s true, and now she wants answers about her past. Who are her parents? Where did she come from? And how did she learn to speak Whale? Director Andrew Stanton and Ellen DeGeneres return for ‘Finding Dory’: an unforgettable adventure… that she probably won’t remember.

NINE LIVES

released 12 August

Kevin Spacey is Tom, a daredevil billionaire at the top of his game.

His daughter Rebecca wants a pet cat for her 11th birthday. Tom hates cats, but he has no choice and he ends up in a mystical pet store brimming with odd and exotic cats. He buys a majestic Tomcat named Mr. Fuzzypants but on his way to his daughter's party, Tom has a terrible accident. When he regains consciousness he discovers that somehow, he has become trapped inside the body of the cat …

PETE'S DRAGON

released 12 August

A remake of the Disney movie of 1977, this film is all about the adventures of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend Elliott, who just happens to be a dragon.

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Southport FC at the Merseyrail

Community Stadium

HAIG AVENUE • SOUTHPORT • PR8 6JZ FREE ENTRY FOR JUNIOR SCHOOL PUPILS TO ALL LEAGUE MATCHES £55 SEASON TICKET FOR 12-18 YEAR OLDS The Champion Yellow Bird Club card is available FREE from the club shop

FREE FUNCTION ROOM

GIVE US A CALL FOR MORE DETAILS

· 01704 530182 · 07976 555782

Baby Ballet Every Monday morning

Weight Watchers Every Wednesday morning Visit us online ...

Zumba Classes with Natalie Read Wednesdays 6-7pm and Thursdays 10-11am FIRST CLASS FREE facebook.com/southportFC twitter.com/southport_fc

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Port Season Ticket prices held for next season Thousands of people flock each week to watch the mighty Southport FC play at the Merseyrail Community Stadium – and thanks to their ongoing commitment to families and youngsters, so can you at an amazing price.

SOUTHPORT FOOTBALL CLUB’S SUPER SAVER EARLY BIRD SEASON TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE. The great news is that the Port Season Ticket Prices have been held, giving great value for Southport Football Club supporters. Plus the club’s teenage fans have again a fantastic offer of a season ticket for 12-18 year olds of just £55. Primary School Children come in free to the Merseyrail Community Stadium accompanied by a paying adult as Champion Newspapers Yellow Bird Club Members. And for students over 18 with a student card a season ticket is just £99.

Commercial and Community Director Haydn Preece said, “We are looking forward to an exciting season ahead under Andy Bishop and Craig Madden. We have started the close season flying with a number of key signings and more to come. Our four year Merseyrail Community Stadium has given us all a major boost and we will again look to top the Vanarama Football Conference BBC Best Value

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Survey, which shows we value our supporters price wise and are looking to increase gates with great value attendance prices. So I say to football supporters across our town and region - support the Port as we aim to be very competitive next season at the top end of the table. Let’s be the Leicester City of the Vanarama National League next season.”

EARLY BIRD SEASON TICKET PRICES ARE: Grandstand Adult £258 Grandstand Concessions (over 65’s) £189 Terrace Adult £232 Terrace Concessions (over 65’s) £172 Student (on production of Student Card) £99 Super Value Teenage (12-18) £55 Champion Yellow Bird FREE ENTRY Sales Times Monday-Friday 10am-2.30pm from the Secretary’s Office from 16th May to 1st July for Early Bird Prices. Or via Phone 01704 533422 office times or 07976 555 782 (out of office hours.)

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FREE ENTRY

to Southport FC matches with this FREE card

Soccer Camps

Southport FC’s soccer camps are a great opportunity for youngsters to come along and enjoy football.

All children between the ages of 6 and 14 are welcome and all abilities are catered for. Three day camps. Dates will be announced in the Champion and on www.southportfc.net

Bishop signs White and Royle from Wrexham Andy Bishop unveiled his latest two signings, Ross White and Jonathan Royle, at the Merseyrail Community Stadium recently. Bishop swooped to sign the two highly promising young players from his former club Wrexham. Both White and Royle have come through the highly successful Wrexham scholars academy scheme, graduating to Wrexham’s first team squad.

Ross White was twenty in June, having been capped at Wales Under 17 level playing in a UEFA Qualifying campaign in Estonia. White can play at right back or centre half.

Midfielder Jonathan Royle is twenty one and has been out on loan gaining experience at Colwyn Bay and Hednesford. He signed as a full time professional at Wrexham in the 2012-13 season.

Royle also offers versatility as he played some matches at centre half for Colwyn Bay. Andy Bishop, on signing the duo stated, “I know both Ross and Jonathan well. We have fought off a number of clubs to get them signed for Southport.

I believe they both have great potential. They have demonstrated excellent professional attitudes and are exciting signings for us. Both will develop rapidly and I am delighted they have agreed to join us here at the Merseyrail Community Stadium.”

Support the Port in the Vanarama National League from Saturday August 6th Pre season build up with ANDY BISHOP ACTION AT THE MERSEYRAIL COMMUNITY STADIUM THIS JULY

Saturday 23rd July

v Bury 3pm

Tuesday 26th July

v Fleetwood Town 7.45pm Sunday 31st July

v Everton 3pm

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Come on over to my place ...

How about sleepovers? These can be really exciting in the summer because if you have a back garden you may even decide to sleep under canvas ... an exciting prospect (check the weather report first though).

Sadly sleepovers have this dubious reputation of getting kids very excited and parents on the edge of despair by the time it’s over.

So 123GO! Gives you some sure fire tips to have the very best experience ever for adult and child alike.

ARE THEY READY FOR SLEEPOVERS? It could be they are under peer pressure at school and talk about it but, deep down, they are a bit scared of this new experience. Generally speaking sleepovers a really are great idea from 7-8 years onwards.

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Not too many at one time! It may sound great on paper but do you really think six kids is a good idea?

Start with ‘besties’ and see how well that works out. A bad first experience may taint the whole future of sleepovers!

Information is key. Sleepovers can be tough on the host as much as the parent who drops his or her child off. This may be the first time for all concerned.

So let them know what you are planning, what they will be doing/eating/spending time on, tell them the routine you hope to adhere to and ask if their child has any special requirements or allergies. Give them a time for pickup. Make it before 10 am because YOU will need it then!

Sugar is okay but in moderation and never ever more than one hour before sleep time. Be aware of your own little tyke and that he/she don’t have ‘reserves’. If they gorge on sweeties and chocolate bars you will never get them to sleep.

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Take it easy. If you have made up a whole list of activities, selected a movie to watch, decided the kids would help cook, don’t hold them to that time sheet in your head.

Kids do what they want to do. Use the activities if the atmosphere is a little hard to get going.

Once they are enjoying themselves, retreat discreetly and bake the pizza yourself.

Don’t stray too far and don’t get involved too much in a movie/book/activity. You need to keep an eye on the little angels/monsters and have them close by. Accidents can happen and you don’t want any!

of extra pants and socks and some clothes... one never quite knows!

Also there may be a time when you have to arrange a quick exit. Amazing how one can miss home life all of a sudden. When that happens a quick phone call to the parents of your guest will be essential. Have the contact number at the ready!

Follow those few rules and sleepovers will be easy (or easier) to manage and repeat.

But before you decide on a summer slumber party just make sure you and your child have tried the sleepover option first.

SHUT EYE TIME Okay, so you know you won’t have the little darlings off to the land of nod anytime soon BUT you can still control things. Right at the beginning tell them what time lights will be out (understanding that they will probably fall asleep two hours later) so make it relatively early.

An hour before the proposed time, repeat the arrangements and lower the lights a little. Try to get the kids settled into less physical activities (movies are always good).

Be prepared for all eventualities. Make sure you have an extra toothbrush available or a pair

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Academy Holiday Camps Just right for the kids this summer Tarleton Academy Camp was launched for the very first time in 2013 and is now in its fourth year.

It is a multi activity camp offering young people 5-11 years, the opportunity to take part in an extensive range of activities led by the well trained and dedicated staff at Tarleton Academy.

Academy Camp will take the young people on day trips and exciting visits. Don’t forget to bring your towels and swimming costumes because swimming takes place most days in the school swimming pool.

There are many other activities to take part in including: • Football • Tag Rugby • Dance • Arts and Crafts • Multi Sport • Lego Building … and much more The camp is open every school holiday, including Christmas and bank holidays, and takes place between 8.30am and 5.30pm.

The camp is a great opportunity for young people to learn new skills, join in organised games and simply just get out in the fresh air and enjoy their holidays.

We aim to ensure every young person has a fun packed, enjoyable and exciting camp experience.

You can book a single day at Tarleton Academy for £20 or the whole week for only £85.

For more information just ring 01772 812 644, email academycamp@tarletonacademy.org or visit the website at www.tarletonacademy.org You must complete a booking form and send payment to register your child for the camp.

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Southport BID Proudly making a difference Southport BID is an independent organisation that represents more than 900 businesses in Southport town centre.

Our main focus is to support and improve the vibrancy and vitality of the town centre by investing monies into a programme of events, environmental improvements and safety projects to make the town an attractive, family destination.

We have exciting plans for this years Halloween Festival Spookport and for Christmas in Southport.

Following the success of this years first ever Southport Festival, we are excited for it’s second year 5th–7th May 2017.

Southport will come to life in an explosion of art, music, comedy and theatre!

For more information on what we do please find us at www.southportbid.com or on Facebook and Twitter.

Southport Comedy Festival 15th–26th October

With the support of Southport BID, this year’s Southport Comedy Festival will be packed with activities suitable for families and kids of all ages, including • Daytime kids’ comedy shows • Cartoon workshops • Children’s activities and entertainers • Creation trails There are free events in venues all around the town during the Southport Comedy Festival – visit their website at southportcomedyfestival.com for more details.

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SPOOKPORT

Southport Halloween Festival Saturday 22nd October to Tuesday 1st November Zombies, ghouls and little monsters galore will descend on Southport town centre in the Halloween half term week when we turn the town into Spookport!

We’ll have loads of family friendly fun including · Halloween parade · Trick or treat trails · Fancy dress and pumpkin carving competitions · Creepy comedy shows · Ghost walks · Spooky films · Story-telling events · Happy Halloween week at Pleasureland There‘s plenty for grown-ups too with a whole host of terrifyingly good offers in our shops and some great Halloween themed nights out.

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Southport Christmas Switch On Saturday 19th November All day until 5:30pm

All photos show 2014 events

For big stars, big acts, loads of entertainment and that spectacular festive magic join us for the Christmas switch on extravaganza in Southport. Entertainments, festive markets and surprises all over town leading up to performances on the big stage and the switch on. For more details of timings and acts as they are confirmed go to visitsouthport.com

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Park Life

Outdoor fun is paramount in the summer and our local parks offer plenty to keep the whole family happy. Picnics and fun in the sun beckon … so here are a few ideas for you to get involved with.

We really are lucky to live in a region populated with so many great parks and outdoor pursuits.

These are just a few and really are the tip of the iceberg. There are numerous parks and

outdoor spaces across both Sefton and West Lancashire, far too many to list here, and with so many available, why not pack a picnic, get out into the fresh air and make this summer a summer of ‘park life’!

SOUTHPORT Botanic Gardens

Hesketh Park

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This park may not offer many events but it remains one of the jewels in the crown of the the town. So whether it’s feeding the ducks, a stroll in beautiful surroundings, a game of mini golf or the large play area, there are things that you can do every single day this summer in this picturesque park.

Situated in the beautiful village of Churchtown, Botanic Gardens is the perfect destination for the family to enjoy the outdoors.

During the months of June, July and August, brass bands will play in the gardens every Sunday afternoon.

This yearly event draws crowds and combined with everything else on offer within the park, it is a perfect outing for both young and old. More information available on the website.

King's Gardens http://bit.ly/236ZDmA Throughout the summer, you will be able to watch movies and plays for all ages in this unique setting.

Street Golf is also taking place and for more information go to the website.

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Pinewoods

Coronation Park

The National Trust describes Formby as having a glorious beach with dramatic sand dunes, surrounded by sweeping coastal pinewoods.

This setting is indeed where you can spend many a great summer day out.

If building sandcastles and picnics isn't for you, and you are looking for something a little different to do, here is a great idea to get involved in.

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Formby Beach Clean

With 20 acres of grounds it is no wonder that this park holds a Green Flag award in recognition of its beauty and community involvement.

With lots to do in the park but also plenty of events on offer throughout the summer with an accent on walks – edible leaf walk, health walk, walking festival etc.

CROSBY

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Victoria Park

This is not only fun to do but also a great help and will leave you with a great sense of achievement in helping out your community and doing your bit for the environment.

Dates are available throughout the summer (all year too).

For more information on this and other great suggestions go to the website.

Victoria Park welcomes anyone who loves tennis. Tennis for Free is all about sessions suited for the whole family and as its name suggests it is free to join and discover the joys of this game with some interesting twists along the way (cardio tennis, mini tennis and tots tennis to name just a few).

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Formby Reserve http://bit.ly/24O0zeO The Formby Reserve also offers lots to do every day from kite flying to bug hunting, geocaching, running or cycling.

Again for more ideas visit the excellent website full of ideas and suggestions.

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123 . . . GO GET ACTIVE!

When summer comes and the days are brighter and longer, parents worry if the kids sit in front of a computer or a TV for hours on end.

The trick is to all get involved and make activities seem more enjoyable than screen contemplation.

Here are our five top tips to keep the whole family moving AND happy this summer.

PLAN A DAY OUT A WEEK Need not cost much, have a look at what is around you and pick a park you have never gone to, or a free outdoor event. Organise a picnic and choose a couple of recipes from our cooking suggestions to make the day before. If the car is big enough, grab the bikes as well!

Don’t forget the sun creams and make your one day out a week something to really look forward to!

TAKE CLASSES TOGETHER Would it be swimming or your local gym, many places now offer the chance of going together for a bit of exercise. Find out from your local centres what is on offer and make it a habit!

MAKE CHORES FUN Although this may not work with teenagers, younger kids will love to race against you to see who can get a room clean first, or play music while

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you are folding dry laundry to get kids to sing and dance while putting clothes away. Take the dog out together and encourage jumping, trotting along and general fun when you are out.

PLAN MEALS TOGETHER By planning meals together and making food prep fun, it will also mean you will be eating healthier simply because you are all thinking about it together.

A healthier diet will mean a more active family so encourage more foods the kids love that is good for them!

RESTRICT SCREEN TIMES This is important but it is even more crucial to ensure that you have alternatives kids can enjoy.

It’s no good restricting and leaving them to do nothing. Apply some of the above to their free time and use some of the suggestions and recipes in this issue of 123GO! to spend the perfect summer together!

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