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Welcome spring, how lovely to see you again. I must admit, every time the season changes I always think to myself: “This is my favourite time of the year.” However, spring is actually a time that I associate with my childhood and naturally becomes my favorite. We’re lucky, here in North London, to be surrounded by so many wonderful open spaces and beautiful parks. I always remember spending the weekends riding my bike through the daffodils in Trent Park or long walks through the blossom trees in Hampstead Heath. So young, innocent and carefree – the biggest stress in life was missing the ice cream van as it passed your house. Times change, we grow older and suddenly there’s a whole heap of things sitting firmly on our shoulders refusing to budge. This is the season to embrace the outdoors and take some well deserved time for yourself. Only the other day someone asked: “Have you ever been to the park, taken a deep breath and stood there for a second taking everything in?” My answer was simple: “I don’t have the time!” to which they replied: “Well, make the time!”

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Education 7 Home education 16 Making friends Health & Wellbeing 19 Yoga for autism and special needs 26 Delicious, new recipes from Eat Happy Feel Good Lifestyle 32 Why part-time roles for dads matter 34 On the sofa with Tara Ryan, Head of Kidswear Design for M&S Travel 42 7 Alternative European destinations for 2019 44 48 hours in the Cotswolds Spring Activities 49 From mother to mummy to best friend 52 Top things to do this spring with our Instagram favourites

Why allow life to become so busy that you forget the most important thing – YOU. I may have laughed at the person advising me to take a deep breath in, but when I actually did it, I was mentally high-fiving them and spent the day walking with a spring in my step. Enjoy the sunshine, the blossom and the array of daffodils. Enjoy the fresh air, longer days and the sound of laughter. Most of all, enjoy you. Happy Spring

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Education

Home Education By Adeline St John

As a child myself, I remember those kids who were home educated as a bit weird, lacking in social skills and slightly nerdy. I always vowed I would never home educate, and that my kids would go through the school system. Boy, how things have changed! Joseph is an August baby, and on entering the school system was the youngest in the class. Already the odds were stacked against him. A large majority of parents with children who are the youngest in the class will agree on the struggles associated with this. Constantly playing catch-up with your peers, in reading, writing and integrating. My son struggled throughout primary school with a combination of all of these. On starting secondary school, I was hopeful for a new start. New friends and streamed ability entry. What could go wrong? A year in, Joseph started showing signs of stress, his personality started to change, and he didn’t

This was my epiphany… it was time to pull him from school. I am a business owner, and my husband works full time, so how was I going to manage this new situation? Panicked, we decided to talk to our son’s Saturday tutor, who was helping him with his Maths and also used to be his teacher in school before she left the system to privately tutor. She supported our decision, and then offered to tutor him in GCSE Maths, English Literature and English Language. This was a huge relief, as neither of us could devote large amounts of time to teaching. I could readjust my business week, but my husband couldn’t. So, we set to work developing a schedule including other subjects that he enjoyed, that his grandparents offered to teach. We also included skills that we felt are lacking in the school curriculum like hands-on business experience and home skills. We started to feel confident that we could do this. How would we tell the school? After a little research we discovered that all we had to do was write an email to the head teacher asking them to deregister your child from the date you intend to remove them. That is all. Details on this can be found on www.gov. uk/home-education

Within weeks of starting our ‘home ed’ journey, my son flourished, emotionally, educationally and socially. We made the best decision. Not all children fit the education system mould. My advice to you if you are thinking about alternative education is don’t be afraid to make a decision based on wanting the best for your child. It’s an amazing adventure that you won’t regret.

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My journey

want to go school. After a series of events, we realised he was being bullied. We tried desperately to manage the situation with the school pastoral team, but we were not being heard. The formalities of school protocol, and procedures meant the perpetrators were cared for more than the victims. Eventually, my son was strangled in the classroom by another student. The school had again failed in their care of my son.

When you start down the home education route, an underground network of parent groups and clubs, surprisingly appears before you. There are many, many resources to tap into, in the form of online teaching aids, clubs, discounts, Whatsapp groups, secret Facebook groups, tutors and parents, all eager to support your choice. We have taken advantage of these groups and resources and have seen the benefits. We go on many ‘home ed’ school trips with likeminded ‘home edders’. This has resulted in large friendship circles for both Joseph and I, and not to mention the amazing trips which we regularly go on with these ‘home edder’ groups. We have been to Rome, participated in water sports days, archaeological mudlarking along the Thames, oil painting classes, equine coaching classes - the list goes on! Joseph recently achieved an online diploma in graphic design, and as I write this, he is doing a day’s work experience at a product design company. Not many 14-year olds can say that!

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The number of parents who are dissatisfied with the current school methods and are choosing to home educate, has risen by about 40% over the last three years, according to a recent BBC investigation. This issue has gained further momentum with celebrity parents, including Loose Women’s, Nadia Sawalha and singer Charlotte Church, who have also recently spoken about their experience of home educating their children. Here’s one mother’s story on a remarkable journey that changed her son’s life.

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Exam and revision tips from our local scientist and tutor, Dr Andrew Sergis The exam season is nearly upon us yet again and for all those of who are feeling anxious about this tricky time of year, I have an important selection of revision tips. I’ll list these in order of priority.

Start your revision as early as possible The earlier you start revising, the more likely your exam success because you are simply giving yourself more time to analyse the key areas of your subjects and reflect on these. It’s important to spend some time initially planning out a revision timetable for each subject that includes the time you should spend revising on each topic every day. It’s important to include regular breaks, about 15 minutes, otherwise you’ll stress yourself and burn out.

Decide the best environment for your revision Some people prefer to revise at home in their bedroom with complete silence, some with

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music, but some prefer the public library. You also need to figure out when you learn best, which may be in the morning or at night. Everyone has different requirements and must plan their revision accordingly.

Work out what type of learner you are Everyone learns in different ways. Some prefer spider diagrams, some mnemonic aids (revision memory aids), others like revision cards or actively making notes. I suggest you reflect on the information that you write about in order to understand it fully. Some students find that mobile apps help with revision techniques and YouTube also quite helpful, so you can try some of these as part of your revision strategy.

Be strict with yourself Although revision is not something you may look forward to, you have to be strict with yourself. Stick to it on a regular basis, otherwise, it would be a complete waste of time. It’s important that you don’t have any distractions and to keep to your revision timetable. Revising should be a serious endeavour if you’re going to have any exam success!

Practise past exam papers regularly It’s important to do as many exam papers as possible, as this would be an opportunity to apply and test your knowledge and become familiar with exam techniques and enable you to identify any topics and

areas you still need to revise. Practising exam papers is a very important key to exam success.

Seek advice from teachers and tutors Finally, don’t feel embarrassed or shy to ask your subject teacher or tutor for advice or help in any areas that you are struggling with, because good teachers and tutors should always be approachable and only too happy to help. Very best of luck! The Dr Sergis Academy 52E Southbury Road, Enfield Middlesex EN1 1YB 020 8362 1398 07951 579245 www.dsacademy.co.uk

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Staff are qualified at Level 2 and 3 and the manager has attained Early Years Professional Status. As well as the E.Y.F.S. we offer a Montessori curriculum and modern language class. The adult child ratio is approx. 1:4 for 2-3 year olds and 1:6 for 3-4 year olds.

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There is a small outdoor play area but also extensive grounds which can be used. The pre-school is a secure and happy environment offering a supportive setting where children feel valued and happy as they go about their activities.

All children are eager to learn and gain understanding of their world. The children are encouraged to work at their own pace to fulfill their own needs. We are committed to helping children develop their self-confidence and appreciation of others. The children are encouraged to develop listening skills, where time is taken to listen to the children both in group settings and a one to one basis.

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Reception Open Morning Saturday 9th March 10am to Noon Our Reception class provides the best start for a young mind! Come and see for yourself at our next Open Morning, designed to give parents looking for places in Reception September 2019 and September 2020 an opportunity to see our new classrooms and exciting playground development. Our dedicated Early Years Team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about life in Reception. The Early Years Team aims to provide a stimulating, active and enthusiastic approach to the boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; learning. Our experienced teaching team delivers a curriculum that focuses on developing boys academically, physically, creatively and socially in small class sizes (an average of 15 boys per class)

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Being at Keble is much more than just about passing exams, and being part of the school means ensuring the boys here are not only well educated but also develop their skills and talents across a range of areas. This is reflected in how well our boys settle into their new schools. As a school we are able to achieve all this due to our small class sizes (average 15), talented teaching staff and the high expectations we expect from the boys. If you are looking for a school where your son can grow, achieve and succeed then please do call to arrange a visit to see what a Keble education can do for your son. 12/01/2018 16:26

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Secondary Transition Broomfield School If your child is aged nine or over it is likely that you are already starting to think about the next steps in their education and moving from primary school to the right secondary school.

our teaching. We know that it must be of the highest quality. Our teachers therefore have the correct vision, work hard, buy into training constantly to improve their practice and enjoy their work with their classes.

A study by UCL highlighted the top concerns for parents when thinking about the transition to secondary.

Staff and pupils work proactively together to ensure that bullying and safety are not issues within the school. We have for instance successfully trained pupils as peer and antibullying Mentors. Pupils feel safe because, in the words of one pupil, “everyone is friendly and staff are approachable.”

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At Broomfield we are very aware of these concerns and work with pupils, parents and primary schools to ensure that our new pupils joining us in September do so with confidence and quickly settle into their new environment. We place great emphasis on the quality of

Pupils are supported through activities at their Induction and during tutor time to build new friendships, which they quickly establish. We implement a homework timetable for all our year groups, ensuring that pupils get the right amount of homework across all subjects and throughout the year. As they

are now older they will receive more than they are used to at primary school, but they are supported through a gradual process of transition so that they are able to cope comfortably and gain the full benefits of good homework. Broomfield is a small, family school, which means it is easy for pupils to get to know us and for us to get to know them. We look at each pupil as an individual ensuring that we are meeting their specific needs – something that is not always possible in larger schools. Pupils are also therefore able to make good friendships easily. We have something very special to offer your child and therefore invite you to visit Broomfield School at one of our Open Mornings.

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Why A Prep Education? At Grange Park Prep School, we embrace what we know to be true: the best learning happens in extraordinary academic environments full of diverse beliefs, pursuits and backgrounds, guided by excellent classroom teachers. I believe a prep school education enables each child to be treated as an individual, to feel valued and, above all, to reach their full potential. Every child is unique and it is at this young age that excellent foundations can be laid; and a sense of aspiration created. Offering more than just academic success we place equal value on what happens outside the core subjects – the importance of sport, music, drama, art, design and a varied programme of activities that adds an extra dimension to a child’s education. Extra-curricular activities such as these introduce children to new skills, engage them in social activities, develop positive learning traits and help to shape their lives in a positive way. Every child has talents and skills, some of these are more difficult to find and recognise, it is our job to unearth and cherish these latent abilities. We have a maximum of 16 children per class keeping the ratio of staff to pupils small. Their education is further enhanced by the use of specialist teachers. This means that each child has a greater chance of being understood and provided with the guidance they may need. Additional support as well as further individual challenge can be given when needed, building the confidence which is so important for a child. Enthusiastic and passionate teaching staff inspire and nurture a love of learning and instill inquisitive learning in pupils, allowing them to become critical thinkers.

A sense of family epitomises education here at GPPS and our school is built around open communication. It is important to involve parents in the school community and parents are always more than welcome to come into school to speak to the teachers. The partnership between parent, school and the child offers 360-degree support, allowing every opportunity for the child to flourish both academically and socially. The very nature of prep school education ensures that children feel safe and secure. A wealth of happy memories are often a legacy, with lifetime friendships frequently being forged. The vision for our school is probably not far off many people’s vision for our society as a whole. It is a place in which young girls, and now boys, develop and learn together as well as from one another. Where they compete and laugh together with equal access and opportunities to develop their own individual potential. Getting there will no doubt have its challenges, but any goal worth pursuing usually does. If you are interested to see what Grange Park Prep School could offer your child, we welcome the opportunity to meet with prospective parents and children. Please call our office on 020 8360 1469 to book an individual tour or to attend an open morning held on the first Tuesday of every month. Flavia Rizzo Headteacher Grange Park Prep School 13 The Chine, Grange Park, London N21 2EA Tel 020 8360 1469, Fax 020 8360 4869 office@gpps.org.uk www.gpps.org.uk

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By Sarah Harney Education - Advertising Feature

Take time to talk to your child. Find time to find out what they are worried or upset about. Be reassuring and positive. Try to let children resolve their own squabbles first before you intervene. Children with siblings are often better at this because they have more practice. Watch your child at play: can you see them doing anything that might put others off? For example, being too loud or boisterous.

We all want our children to have friends. As adults, we value our friends and maybe those we made as children and have known for a long time, most of all. At nursery or school it may be the first time your child has the opportunity to make their own friends, rather than children you have chosen for them to play with (usually the offspring of your friends). Children are ready to make friends at around three or four years of age when they are ready to share toys and co-operate with others. Until then they will play alongside others. It used to be thought that making friends was something that developed naturally as children grew up. Now psychologists believe that children can be taught tactics to help them make friends. Here are some tips if your son or daughter is complaining that â&#x20AC;&#x153;no-one will play with meâ&#x20AC;?:

Talk to their teacher or nursery keyworker, but calmly. Share your concerns and ask them if they have noticed your child struggling to make friends or if they have any advice for you to try at home? Organise playdates with other children (from reception class age onwards). Make them short at first. Put away precious toys and be

prepared to organise an activity like baking cakes or playing a board game if they do not know how to entertain themselves. Monitor how things are going and quietly give your child advice if you think they need it. Remind your child to look at other children in the eye, smile and be interested in what others say â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and be a kind person. Sarah Harney, Head of Nursery at Palmers Green High School Nursery. 85 Wellington Road, Enfield, EN1 2PL

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Health & Wellbeing

Yoga for Autism & special needs

• Autism is a lifelong developmental disability, which affects 1 in 100 people in the UK. • It affects the way a person communicates and how they experience the world around them. • Autism is a spectrum condition, meaning people living with autism share certain characteristics but each will be highly individual in their needs . • Some people with autism are able to live relatively independent lives but others may face additional

Try this breathing activity to stimulate and regulate the senses Blowing bubbles – a simple sensory act that encourages our visual, tactile, auditory and inner sensations that enhance focus and inner peace.

Some characteristics of complex autism • Non-verbal or limited communication. • Complex behaviours, OCD, stimming, scripting, noncompliance. • Difficulty coping with unplanned change and social situations. • Sensory overload issues – sound, light, commands. During 2014 I was invited to work alongside specialist tutors at the prestigious Treehouse primary school, based in Muswell Hill, London and home to the charity Ambitious about Autism.

music and relaxation exercises formed the foundation, supported by a number of resources such as yoga mats, blankets, eye pillows, soothing music, sensory props and visual prompts. Both staff and pupils took to the yoga classes instantly. Pupils would rush into the yoga space, kicking off shoes, rolling out mats and snuggling under blankets. The coming months were a joy to teach and the most delightful outcome for me was the connection that developed between both pupil and tutor. The calm, gentle nature of yoga was clearly a welcome change from the classroom. On several occasions tutors would remark on the positive changes and enjoyment the children gained from the sessions. One remarked, with tears in his eyes: “It’s just very moving to see my pupil excited to come to yoga, regulate his mood and leave feeling happy. It’s magic!”

My role was to develop a yoga and dance curriculum for the school. I set to task developing a practice that offered pupils and tutors tools to help regulate anxiety and agitated states within the classroom.

The benefits of yoga for autism

Simple breathing techniques, yoga postures, a movement to

• Activates calming hormones, such as serotonin.

• Focus on breathing and movement offers selfregulation tools. • Bilateral movements balance brain hemispheres enhancing mood. • Helps organise the nervous system. • Builds confidence and selfawareness. • Good for posture, balance, core strength and flexibility. • Refines gross and fine motor skills. • Encourages trust between classmates and tutors. • Good for emotional growth and happiness.

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1. Stand or sit in a comfortable position. 2. Holding the bottle of bubbles, take a deep breath in slowly throw the nose. 3. Take the dipper out of the bottle and slowly a smooth flow of bubbles. 4. Repeat focusing on the slow inhalations and exhalations.

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challenges, including learning disabilities. • Early intervention, education and support are critical in enabling people with autism to lead fulfilling lives.

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I’m excited. Peeping through the classroom window I can see a tutor delivering a simple sequence of postures and breathing techniques for his pupil. The session is gentle and calm. There’s a lovely rapport building between them as they mirror one another’s flowing movements. He then asks his pupil to lie down and, once snuggled in a blanket, offers gentle ‘squishes’ and massage. This is a wonderful moment and for the pupil a huge achievement because he has complex autism.

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5 ways to connect with your child By Sunayana Clark When our children are young, we spend hours with them from the time they wake up to the time they go to sleep. Most parents yearn for some alone time. As they become more independent, our wish is granted and we miss them. We miss the spontaneous hugs, the kisses, giggling over silly things and in my case, spending hours in the park, chasing and laughing with him and our Friday night film night. Social media, the need to demonstrate independence, will drive your preteen or teenager to spend hours in their bedrooms talking with friends. Add in the hormones that create children with moods that change from minute to minute and that makes communication with our children challenging, uncertain and increases our sense of bewilderment. Where has my loving, happy child gone? Conflict becomes almost normal. Our teenagers want more and more independence and their friends are their everything. As parents, we are trying to recreate recapture those feelings of being needed and this underpins the conflict we are experiencing. How can we change this unwanted new normal and create new connections? I have listed some suggestions

which you may need your patience (remember how patient you had to be with potty training) and persistence.

Maintain contact – easy and does not require anything from them. Hugs - short ones or long ones, ruffling the hair, stroking their arms or backs or faces are all ways of connecting physically. Sometimes, when they come in from school, a hug may be too much. So perhaps later when they’re on the sofa, sit with them and try to squeeze in a little cuddle. It’s important to respect your child’s boundaries but healthy physical contact helps us to stay connected.

Make a date – this may be greeted by the rolling of eyes but persist. Keep asking, eventually, they will say yes. Offer to do things they like to do. So if they have a favourite ice cream place or like trampolining, go there. It could even be doing a face mask together. A successful date you both enjoy will remind them they can have fun with you and will help you remember your loving affectionate child still exists.

A variation on making a date is to go on a workshop or a class together. Again choose something that they like to

do and give them a choice of dates. This helps them to feel empowered and if it’s something they do well at, it will help their self-esteem. You will be able to bask in the pride of a job well done by your offspring.

Compliment your pre-teen or teenager on a job well done. If you have cooked together or done a chore together tell them that you enjoyed their company. Notice when they are taking responsibility or being organised and comment positively. Although they feel (and may look grown up) what they are looking for is your unconditional love and approval.

Listen. Put the phone down, or pause your programme. Listen attentively. These small changes are noticed by your children and will encourage them to come to speak to you. This is about creating open lines of communication and showing your child that they have a safe non-judgemental place to turn to. Feelgood Treatments T: 07515 561514 www.feelgoodtreatments.co.uk

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Reasons Why You Should Stop Dieting “Sorry, I can’t eat that, I’m on a diet” How many times have we said that in our lifetime? Not once, twice, or perhaps three times but constantly. We are literally obsessed with diets and dieting.

Being in a constant state of ‘diet’, means that you never give yourself a break from that slog of self-loathing. Eating becomes a chore and you develop a love-hate relationship with your food. Feelings of guilt laced with the odd “Oh sod it, I’m eating it!” become the norm.

With the hundreds of different diets out there, all claiming to work miracles, it’s very probable that you’ve tried a few yourself.

So we search high and low for the ‘right’ diet – for the one that might actually work, but everyone knows that in the main, diets just

don’t cut the mustard. Any good intention and enthusiasm as you embark on your new regime is soon replaced with boredom and disappointment because, yes, you may well have managed to lose some weight, but the hardest part is keeping it off. Research shows that most women end up on a life-long quest to lose weight and quite often it starts from a young age. This doesn’t make for a happy existence.

Just stop. Now. Relax. What does the word ‘diet’ even mean? It frequently gets misconstrued and that’s why I believe part of the problem is a grammatical one. Instead of using the word ‘diet’ as a verb, it should be voiced as a noun but in the context of thinking my diet is good, or my diet is poor, rather than saying “I’m dieting” or “I’m trying this particular diet.” It’s all in the meaning, you know. As a personal trainer with almost 15 years’ experience, I’ve seen the struggles first hand, that most female clients have approached me with. The emotions that build up over time aren’t pretty. Do yourself a favour and quit the damaging diet self-talk. Forget Atkins or Weight Watchers, or Lighter Life or the cabbage soup diet. These, along with the rest, are tedious, possibly expensive, and completely unsustainable.

1. Start by setting yourself a measurable, achievable goal. 2. Write out a healthy, nutritional shopping list – always plan your meals a week in advance.

3. Aim to drink 8 glasses of water per day. 4. Create an active lifestyle, e.g. take stairs instead of lifts or walk rather than take the bus. 5. Prioritise and diarise your workouts 6. Exercise moderately at least 5 times per week for about 30 mins. 7. Make yourself accountable – share your intentions.

Here are 11 things that can happen when you’re dieting or on a diet: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

You become miserable. You hate yourself. Your friends start hating you. You become unsociable. You stop enjoying food. You might become obsessive about your scales. 7. You think it’s ok to yo-yo diet. 8. You might lose weight at first by cutting down on your food intake, but your weight will probably creep back on. 9. It messes with your head. 10. You’ll never be at peace with yourself . 11. It’s basically bad, for your body and soul.

8. Stay focused, relaxed, and positive. Use self-affirmations – your mindset is key. 9. Increase body awareness and tune in to how and what you feel. Keeping a journal will help you. 10. Ditch the scales and enjoy the journey!

WITH MARY HUCKLE Mary Huckle is a personal trainer and Pilates instructor from Enfield, North London and is the founder/owner of Breakthrough Fitness. She is married with three children. Her passion for anything health and fitness related has been a lifelong affair. After working in finance for many years she eventually changed her career path in 2003 when she left the world of finance to retrain as a fitness instructor and personal trainer at the YMCA. She is also qualified in prenatal, postnatal and children’s fitness. www.breakthroughfitness.co.uk Instagram @maryhuckle Facebook @Wbreakthroughfitness1

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Here are 10 simple and inexpensive things you can do today to get you on track

Food should be enjoyed and above all savoured. Moderate, mindful, intuitive eating coupled with regular exercise are the secrets to your weight loss and more importantly, to a healthier, happier you.

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The only diet you need to be on is a healthy nutritious one, meaning that you consume a good cross section of all food groups and try to avoid refined or processed foods.

This doesn’t mean denying yourself a treat here and there.

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Our Coaching Hero By Stefani Castiglione - David Lloyds, Enfield

A few months ago we asked our members to share their ‘coaching hero’ success stories for a chance to win a year’s free membership at David Lloyd.

An overwhelming number of the entries were for personal trainer Ian Budge. Ian is one of David Lloyd Enfield’s longest employed personal trainers, who has worked with the company for over 15 years. We asked Ian what his motivations were for becoming a PT and he said “I wanted to work in a fun, active environment where I could help people” and that is exactly what he has done. Ian has been an athlete since 1972 and has completed several marathons. “It is an honour to win amongst my highly competent and skilled colleagues at David Lloyd Enfield,” Ian tells us. All our personal trainers are motivated and cover all areas of exercise, depending on the client’s goals and

personalities to ensure you are not only getting the most out of each session but you are enjoying them, too. Below, Ian describes personal training with “the three Es – education, empowerment and entertainment.”

Education Personal training teaches you exercises that will benefit you for life. It also teaches you what exercises target each muscle group so you can achieve your goals more efficiently and effectively. Personal trainers can guide you on the correct way to perform each exercise, which will not only reduce the chance of injury but will also ensure you’re getting the most out of every workout. No wasted time means maximum results. Nutritional advice is also offered by our personal

trainers. Setting a personalised diet plan to go alongside your training will also maximise results, ensuring your goals are reached.

Empowerment It’s widely known that exercise is good for physical health but what many people don’t know is that it is also great for mental health. Exercise is a powerful energiser which will give you a boost. It relieves tension and stress, boosts physical and mental energy, and enhances well-being through the release of endorphins. Personal trainers will challenge you more than you would on your own, which will leave you feeling fantastic! Personal trainers will set realistic and achievable goals for you to push towards so you feel motivated to continue training,

long term. Their expertise is beneficial to help those with unique requirements, so they too can feel motivated and empowered.

Entertainment Exercise should be fun! A personal trainer’s extensive knowledge keeps your training sessions fun and fresh, and leaves you feeling good about your workout. Whether you enjoy weight training, cardio, combat or yoga, we have a trainer perfect for you. There are so many benefits to personal training that go far beyond physical well being. Our trainers are also there to hold you accountable, so you are more likely to stick to your fitness plan for the long run.

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Nutty Cereal Bar

Egg & Potato Salad

Am I the only one who finds some mornings I barely have time to pour a glass of milk let alone make a proper breakfast? That’s where these little beauties come in. They take 15 minutes to make and keep in the fridge for up to one week or freezer up to one month. So when you’re waiting for the pasta to boil or kids are doing their homework... make a batch. That way, on those busy mornings, you know you already have a healthy, energy packed breakfast for you and your little ones.

I love this salad for so many reasons. It’s delicious! Nutritionally it packs a serious punch and it’s great the next day too. But let’s talk about why it’s particularly good for servicing to kids. All the pieces are quite big and kids can eat more of what they like and leave what they don’t. But that’s not necessarily the important bit when it comes to kids and vegetables... the veggie exposure is. Just the fact that those vegetables are there is a start but then seeing their parents enjoying them is so important. Children model many of our behaviours including our eating preferences. I take full responsibility for the fact that both my children dislike aubergines.

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Ingredients

• 2.5 cups GF jumbo oats • 1 cup chopped hazelnuts • 1 cup flaked almonds • 1/2 cup maple syrup • 1/2 cup nut butter, peanut or almond work well • 1/2 teaspoon salt Optional melted chocolate to drizzle on top

Method

• Toast the oats, hazelnuts and almonds by putting them in a large dry flat pan over a medium heat. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes moving them around continuously. You want them to turn golden brown and smell toasty; it gives the final bar such a delicious flavour. Tip into a large bowl. • In a small saucepan over low heat melt the nut butter and maple syrup, mixing well. Add this and the salt to the oats and mix well ensuring it’s thoroughly combined. • Line a square cake tin (I used a 9in by 9in) with some baking paper so they come out easily when set. Pour the mix into the tin and press down really firmly, filling the whole tray. Put in the fridge to set for 30 minutes before cutting into squares. If using the chocolate, melt and drizzle over the top. These keep happily in the fridge for up to a week and in the freezer for up to a month.

Ingredients

I don’t give specific quantities, because it doesn’t really matter. Adjust the quantities of each of the ingredients to suit your families taste. I serve this with a Dijon vinaigrette (recipe below) and I normally put this on the side so everyone can add as much as they like. • • • • • • • •

Eggs, hard boiled Baby potatoes, boiled or steamed Green beans, steamed Beetroot (I used ready pickled) Cherry tomatoes (whole) Cucumber (sliced) Optional extras (toasted pine nuts, spring onion) Dressing (1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 4 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt)

Mix all ingredients together, dress and enjoy!

Colourful Banana Muffins These always get a smile! They’re yummy banana muffins but the simple addition of pink pitaya powder or blue butterfly pea powder gives them these fun colours. It won’t change the flavour and although both those things have nutritional benefits I started using them mainly as a distraction. When I first eliminated white sugar from my baking there was no disguising that the flavour was different. But that’s not what I wanted my children to focus on, so I used one of every parent’s favourite tools... distraction! It works brilliantly. They were so focused on the fun colours, the slightly different type of sweetness didn’t even get noticed. #mummyvictory And now these muffins are a family favourite no matter what colour they are.

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Funky Apple Snack How’s this for a fun snack? Take a few different coloured apples, quarter them and then stick them back together all mixed up using any nut butter of your choice. We like peanut or almond. Sometimes just adding a little fun to our presentation makes all the difference to our kiddies.

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Preheat oven to 175C and line a muffin tray with muffin cases In a large bowl whisk together the olive oil & maple syrup Add the eggs & mix well Add the bananas, milk and vanilla and mix Put a sieve over the bowl and sieve in the baking powder, cinnamon and flour. • Remove the sieve and add the oats. Using a spatula mix till just combined • Spoon the mix into the muffin cases and sprinkle with the walnuts and sugar • Bake for about 25 mins till a skewer comes out clean.

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I blitzed together 1 cup grated Parmesan, 1 cup toasted pine nuts, 1 1/2 cups (tightly packed) basil leaves, 2 cloves garlic, 2 cups (tightly packed) spinach, 1/2 cup olive oil, 1 tsp salt. This makes loads of pesto. Use as much as you like and freeze the rest. Tip: also yummy on boiled potatoes, grilled chicken, mixed through a rice salad or even as a dip.

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup maple syrup 2 large eggs 1 cup ripe mashed bananas 1/4 cup almond milk 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon 1 3/4 cups self raising flour 1/3 cup rolled oats 1/3 cup chopped walnuts 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)

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My family love pesto and I make it all the time. It’s easy to make and it freezes beautifully so I often double up and freeze it. This version is a simple pesto with a load of raw spinach added in for extra veggie goodness. It’s delicious and full of good stuff.

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Tweens Skincare with Elena @els_makeup_box

Now as much as we would love our little ankle-biters to stay young forever, the inevitable will happen; they’re going to grow up and experience all the amazing joys that puberty brings! Many tweens experience oily T zones, breakouts of blackheads and acne, too. Fear not, we’ve put together a few simple tips for our not so moody tweens.

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A foam/gel cleanser is great for oily/combination skin. A milk cleanser is great for dry skin. Be sure to stress to them the importance of cleansing morning and evening.

Use an alcohol-free toner, this will balance the skin’s pH levels and it’ll ensure all the grease and grime has been removed. It helps skin retain moisture and can feel extremely refreshing.

Keep the skin hydrated. Now I know asking our tweens to drink two litres of water a day can be a challenge, therefore one way to keep the largest organ of the human body hydrated is via a light moisturiser with SPF.

If your tween has excessive oily skin, it is imperative to remove all the dead skin – cue the disgusted expressions! Use once a week and choose a product with jojoba seeds.

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Springing into the great outdoors with Jason Suttie @my1440.life It might be because I love the countryside, or maybe it’s my Aussie genes, but I drag my family outdoors all year round and in almost any weather. Sometimes we only have a couple of hours and other times we spend a whole day overdosing on fresh air. The tired tantrums on the way home are almost bearable when we’ve spent the day together getting proper dirty and making memories. But every year I look forward to the signs of spring when the days get a little longer, the weather a little warmer and snowdrops start waking from their sleep. For me, after spending a whole week at a computer, the sights, smells and sounds of the countryside are rejuvenating. It also helps my brain to change gear and really switch off. Something that’s great for mental health. The best part of the outdoors is that kids can be kids and go a little bit feral. And when they’ve spent all week in structured learning at school or nursery this is important. My boy also loves clearing out deep puddles with an over enthusiastic jump, something that’s not encouraged at school.

So, I thought I’d share some of our favourite places to experience the Great British outdoors, all within easy reach of North London. I’ve also given them a ranking of how dirty they can get!

Forty Hall Estate, Enfield www.fortyhallestate.co.uk

If we just need to blow off some steam and get outside without too much planning we head up to Forty Hall in Enfield. It’s got something for all levels of adventurers. There’s a nice walled garden and lawn area

which is perfect for wandering and picnicking in the summer. We’ve also discovered loads of ‘Love on the rocks’ here for those who are rock hunters. For the more adventurous, there’s the woodland playground, medieval fishing pond and a stream that runs along the bottom of the property. Dirt Factor:

Lee Valley White Water Centre & Country Park, Waltham Abbey It’s nice to have a legacy from the 2012 London Olympics on our doorstep with the Lee Valley White Water Centre. When there aren’t competitions on we often stand on the banks and watch people attempt to navigate the rapids. It can be quite entertaining, especially when people fall in. There’s one of the largest sand pits in the area with an outdoor cafe to keep parents and kids happy. Outside the Water Centre there are miles and miles of trails alongside canals and through wetlands. This has become a

Aldenham Country Park www.aldenhamcountrypark.co.uk

Aldenham Country Park in Elstree has 100 acres of countryside with great scenery, a lake and a children’s farm. The play area caters for all different ages and there’s also a purpose-built playground for children with special needs. One of our highlights is the 100 Aker Wood, the home of Pooh Bear and his friends. There’s a bridge to play Pooh Sticks off, you can visit Owl’s House, Pooh corner and even see if there are any trapped heffalumps. Last time we visited we even saw Pooh wandering around the park with treats for the kiddies.

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Last year my boy and I had made our first attempt at camping and Aldenham Park is on the list to try this year. They also do glamping for those who prefer a little more comfort.

Thorndon Country Park Gruffalo trail, Brentwood

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favourite of ours for getting out on our bikes as it’s nice and flat. We can ride for miles and then, when we’re done, we head back to the White Water Centre and grab something nice from the cafe.

I don’t know many kids who haven’t gone through a Gruffalo phase and Thorndon Park has a great trail that follows the story of the little brown mouse. We first visited when Sebastian was two and he already knew the story so would get excited to see the next character as we followed the guided map. Knowing what was next was a great incentive to keep him entertained around the trail.

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The most cost-effective way to visit the National Trust regularly is to sign up for the year, as individual visits are quite expensive. Many of them have well priced cafes and in summer we sometimes take a picnic, which helps keep the cost down. Dirt Factor:

Jason’s Tips! Time tip Far too often we’ve spent ages deciding on where to go when we want to head out and get some fresh air. So, we’ve made a ‘trip jar’. In the jar we’ve written down all the places we like to visit on a piece of paper. And when we think of somewhere that might be fun to visit we stick it in the jar. Because I can never think of anywhere different to go under pressure. Then all we do is pick a piece of paper out of the bowl, pack what we need, and jump in the car. Tech tip As a dad who loves photography we decided to buy Sebastian a camera for his birthday a couple of years ago. After a bit of research we ended up with the VTech Kidizoom. It doesn’t take the best quality photos but stands up well to being dropped out of a tree or bouncing down a muddy track. It’s been fascinating to see what he takes photos of.

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What’s your favourite outdoor day trip? Share your images with us @cherubsmagazine and @my1440.life for a special shout out in the next edition!

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We usually get the dirtiest at National Trust properties - running through fields, riding our bikes or building dens. And we’re almost always worn out after a full day in the wild. Each property has different family activities throughout the year that kids love.

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When we’ve got a full day free, National Trust properties are our default option. For Christmas, after my son was born, my Mum bought us a yearly subscription to the National Trust. She’s now done this every year since, because we love it so much. There’s a good range of properties about an hour’s drive away for a full day out.

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Why parttime roles for dads matter Richard Cahill describes his struggle to find part-time work with prospects so he could be the main carer of his children. I’m writing this at the end of a rather transformative period in my life. To quote FatBoySlim: “We’ve come a long, long way together, through the hard times and the good…” For those of you unfamiliar with my story, and me, it goes along the lines of this. I, a semi-successful tax accountant with about 12 years of experience, and my very much more successful wife, start a family in 2012. Not much changes in terms of work to accommodate the new child, but fulltime nursery hours help. Then, in 2015, our second child comes along. The hard times were about to begin. At a very early stage in my wife’s pregnancy, I suggested to my employer that I wished to take extended paternity leave (something I had been unaware of in pregnancy number one) and started planning to take about five months of leave after my wife returned to her work following her maternity leave. During the time of trying to arrange this leave, my employer was not as enlightened as I would have liked them to be and made the whole process much more difficult and stressful than it needed to be. On my return from leave in Spring 2016, I was made to feel less than welcome.

Looking for a part-time job With our eldest about to start school in the autumn of 2016, my wife and I agreed that we needed to start planning a change to our lives to ensure that one of us was around for

I moved on from the employer who I was with and searched for part-time, flexible tax work to allow me to take on my role as main carer for the children. Through this process I started to get questions like “Why isn’t your wife picking up the kids from school?”

After an initial posting in the Home Office I was encouraged to apply for the Civil Service Fast Stream – the leadership programme – and after a long application process, I found out that I was successful. A whole new career was starting for me, beginning in Autumn 2018 – it had taken me over two years to transition completely from a role where I could see no future as a working dad to one where being an employee and being there for my kids were comfortably intertwined.

Employers did not take my request for part-time work seriously, making me feel belittled at interviews when the concept was raised. Part-time jobs that I applied for were offered to me, but on full-time hours. Others queried my desire for part-time work and suggested that, being a man, I would have too much ambition for the role on offer.

It’s important to me that women, after becoming mums, don’t feel that that is game over for their careers. We encourage women to educate themselves, push themselves in their careers, but there remains this residual element within society that feel that when kids come along, the role of the woman is still in the house and their careers should suffer. This serves no purpose.

I know a good number of women who have left high-flying roles for much lesser ones, purely to ensure that they are there for their kids.

We need to encourage everyone, irrespective of age, gender or any other defining feature, to work in a way that suits them. To get to a stage where gender equality isn’t just an aim, but where gender neutrality in the workplace is a practical realisation, we need men to step up and take on roles that allow the household to function and workingdads. co.uk can be a part of that. So, to finish off where we started, when it comes to having kids: “I have to celebrate you baby, I have to praise you like I should.”

the kids. Going through all the options, we decided that it was best for everyone if I took on the role of being there for the kids and thought that the transition would be easy.

My female friends were delighted to hear that discrimination in this form was alive and well and that men were suffering the same issues that they had encountered for years.

Work and life intertwine These were tough times for my eversupportive wife and me. I did, after about a year of searching, get a lucky break. In the summer of 2017 I started a role within the Civil Service. I had raised my need to work part time and flexibly early on with them and that was fine. The good times were about to come.

Richard Cahill is a dad of two and a tax expert. He currently works for the Civil Service. This article was first published on www.workingdads.co.uk, a new site for dads which offers flexible new jobs and news, features and information about all issues linked to being a working dad.

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On the sofa with Tara Ryan, Head of Kidswear Design for Marks and Spencers Tell us a little bit about what you do at M&S?

Where has your career led you before working for one of the UKs largest retail brands?

What’s the average day like at M&S? No two days at M&S are ever the same. My day could include anything from visiting a store to see a new kidswear layout, to reviewing our latest Easy Dressing kidswear range with the designer, to visiting a supplier to chat about new fabric innovation. Retail is changing and at M&S we’re changing at the right pace to make sure we respond to our customers’ needs, so my job is particularly exciting at the moment.

Where do you draw inspiration from? Inspiration comes from so many places and we travel globally to look for new trends. It also comes from so many sources – from vintage stores and flea markets to using our own archive to social media.

What does ‘sustainable fashion’ mean to you and why is it important for M&S? Have you seen the sustainable fashion industry change and develop in the past five years? Hugely. Environmental and social issues have long swirled around the clothing industry but recent months in particular have seen

What was the vision behind sustainable swimwear for children in your spring/ summer collection? We felt the momentum behind taking plastic waste out of our oceans was gaining pace following Blue Planet and the team felt super passionate that it was right to offer this product within our range. We’re now working on summer 2020 with a plan to offer more.

Should we expect to see more from M&S kidswear with regards to sustainable fashion, and is there a plan to bring out a larger range? All of our cotton tees, sweats and leggings are made of sustainably sourced cotton so we have a lot already but we’re always looking to do more. We have had a huge success recently with Easy Dressing – our first range of clothing for children with disabilities – and this is expanding this year.

Describe yourself in three words. Positive, open-minded, creative.

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I worked in the US after I graduated from Pepe Jeans, Tommy Hilfiger and J Crew, which was a hugely insightful experience. I then returned to the UK and worked for Racing Green, Boden and Joules before joining M&S.

One element of our sustainability programme, Plan A, which I’m particularly proud of, is Shwopping (our partnership with Oxfam). However good our clothing is, eventually our customers will be finished with it, so we’ve made it easy for them to recycle used clothing with our Shwopping partnership. We have had over 30 million garments donated in the past 10 years and £21 million raised for people living in extreme poverty.

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I am lucky enough to head up our very talented Kids design team. Our job is to inspire our customers with great new clothes each season and we do this by refreshing our styles with exciting colours and prints.

an elevation of this debate into the public’s consciousness. Whether throwaway fashion, climate change, human rights, microfibers or packaging, more and more people are questioning how we consume clothing. We take these issues very seriously and addressing them is at the heart of how we do business.

Spring into a new season WITH ANTONIA Antonia Sanchez-Toomey is the founder of Tinker Tailor, lifestyle store and online destination www.tinkertailor.online. For daily inspiration follow her Instagram: @tinkertailoronline

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Our pick of the USA’s best beaches The United States of America is incredibly vast with almost every landscape imaginable. On a journey through The States, you can easily discover snowy mountains, deserts and forests in a single trip. And then there are the beaches – take a look at our top picks of them in America.

Daytona Beach, Florida

“We took the kids to the marine wildlife centre to see the sea turtles up close and learn about their livelihood. It was a great day out for us all, the kids loved it, and as well as meeting the hatchlings they became acquainted with the sea birds at the centre too.” – Olive, Travel Counsellor

Clearwater Beach, Florida

Named the USA’s number 1 beach by TripAdvisor in 2018, Clearwater Beach boasts inviting soft sands and surf to splash around in. The Gulf waters are warm and perfect for taking a dip in any time, and the long beaches are teeming with activities and water sports to keep even the most active occupied. Travel Counsellor Top Tip: Do the Beach Walk, a $30-million redevelopment initiative that has transformed the look and feel of south Clearwater Beach. It’s a broad, winding promenade surrounded by resorts, beautiful white sand, entertainment and art, offering a unique environment where you can fully enjoy the Gulf of Mexico. “With miles of beach, surf shops, boutiques and a range of accommodation, Clearwater Beach is an ideal location to take a break from a busy Orlando holiday. We took a dip in the Gulf of Mexico and enjoyed the beautiful sunshine, and our afternoon was to be a huge highlight for me with the Dolphin Speedboat Racer experience. We spent an hour in a high-speed boat that creates a large wake in its path, which invited dolphins to jump and body surf alongside. As well as getting very wet, we were all full of smiles

Sanibel and Fort Myers both offer wide-open beaches and an exclusive array of shells. The area is home to plenty of gorgeous beaches including Boca Grande Beach on Gasparilla Island and five additional beaches facing the Gulf of Mexico. Family-friendly resorts and Gulf-side seafood restaurants can be found on 10km of white, sandy coastline. Make sure you stop by Times Square, a unique shopping and dining area located at the Fort Myers Beach Pier. Travel Counsellor Top Tip: There are hundreds of islands dotting the Gulf waters, so try an even more secluded experience than the sparsely populated beaches on Sanibel and Captiva by island-hopping in the shallow waters of the Pine Island Sound. Visit one of 20 marinas where you’ll find a variety of charter and sightseeing cruises hopping between islands including Cayo Costa (a state park), Cabbage Key and Boca Grande. “Sanibel is famed for its seashells, and you can easily see why the second you step onto the beach. It was covered. People were there from all over the world primarily to collect sea shells, we did feel slightly embarrassed that we’d previously had no knowledge of this phenomenon. But several of those shells are now taking pride of place on the hallway table.” – Neil, Travel Counsellor

Miami Beach, Florida

Trendy and quirky, Miami Beach attracts the rich and famous with its miles of golden sand and glittering nightlife. Roller skate down the promenade, enjoy people watching on the beach and admire the historic Art Deco architecture in the area. Travel Counsellor Top Tip: Rent some chairs at South Beach’s 12th Street Beach to do some people watching. Just look for the rainbow flags posted at the lifeguard stations. “Miami is the perfect holiday destination for those in search of a cosmopolitan city with sun-drenched beaches, world-class shopping, vibrant Art Deco architecture and a bustling nightlife. It’s is best known for South Beach, a trendy playground of beautifully restored Art Deco hotels, stylish restaurants and nightclubs along miles of pristine beach. We stayed at the Circa 39 Hotel Miami Beach, a beautiful Art Deco building with private pool, which was a

Santa Monica, California

Probably the most iconic beach in SoCal, Santa Monica offers glorious expanses of beach, biking trails and activities, with everything you could ever want right at your fingertips. The famous pier features everything from rides and amusements to bars and restaurants and on the water, you’ll be able to surf and paddleboard, with lessons and rentals available. Travel Counsellor Top Tip: Right on the seafront, the Annenberg Community Beach House is open to all and offers spectacular views, a splash pad, a beach area, a courtyard, a view deck, a playground and more. “Santa Monica has a wonderful stretch of beach which merges with the neighbouring resort of Venice beach. It has a pier and funfair and just back from the beach is 3rd Street promenade, a place for shopping and dining. Santa Monica has a chic yet hippy and funky with some real characters – it’s here that you will find the infamous Muscle Beach, with young and old working out at the outdoor gym.” – Sarah, Travel Counsellor

Malibu, California

Malibu is a beach-lovers’ dream, with nearly 40 of them to choose from, from the iconic Surfrider Beach to the cave-like rocks and cliffs of El Matador State Beach. Make sure you stock up on supplies as some of the beaches are so private and secluded you may be the only ones there. Travel Counsellor Top Tip: Visit Paradise Cove for a long beach walk past the Malibu mansions and find some secluded beaches to explore along the way. “Malibu beach is just fabulous – it’s a quiet escape from everything; you can stop and walk along the Malibu Beach pier, enjoy some delicious food at the highly recommended Malibu Farm restaurant or even spend the night overlooking the beach in The Inn at Malibu Beach. The drive from Santa Monica to Malibu and Malibu to Santa Barbara is breath-taking too. The route is the most scenic road I have ever travelled on; every bend brings a new landscape.” – Lorraine, Travel Counsellor To book your USA beach holiday, contact your Travel Counsellor today.

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Travel Counsellor Top Tip: Daytona has some gorgeous beachfront parks if you fancy getting away from the sand, with pavilions for fishing, splash parks and picnic areas to take advantage of.

Sanibel and Fort Myers, Florida

short cab ride from South Beach or a beautiful 25-minute walk along the iconic beachfront.” – Jon, Travel Counsellor

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Daytona’s expansive shoreline boasts almost 40km of golden sands close to plenty of opportunity for shopping, dining and entertainment. It’s the perfect beach for families with activities from water sports to cycling along the promenade, plus the worldfamous speedway. Or you can simply soak up the warm Florida sunshine.

during the hour and didn’t want it to end.” – Lisa, Travel Counsellor

Alternative European Destinations for 2019

If you’re looking beyond the Eurozone for your next holiday, we’ve picked out some of our favourite destinations around Europe that you may not yet have discovered. Pick from the following exciting and unique destinations and book with a Travel Counsellor to benefit from our 100% financial protection and the services of our 24-hour duty desk during your travels.

Turkey

cities of Warsaw and Krakow, and from fantastic summer hiking to skiing in the Tatras Mountains, Poland is easy to reach, fantastic value and all-round fascinating.

Bulgaria

Croatia

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Back on the tourist agenda as of 2018, this long-standing favourite combines fabulous beaches with world-class historical sites and delicious but healthy cuisine. Linking Europe and Asia, it mingles different cultures everywhere you look, from architecture to music.

Hungary Exquisite centuries-old architecture, pictureperfect Adriatic beaches and sprawling forests perfect for hiking make Croatia an ever-more popular destination. And with more than 1,000 islands, islets and even reefs to discover, it’s a perfect spot for both sun-seekers and those keen on diving, sailing, sea-kayaking and other water sports.

Scandinavia

Long famed as an inexpensive beach holiday destination, Bulgaria has diversified and now offers a greater choice both in terms of where you can go and what standards you can expect. Most popular with holidaymakers is the Black Sea around Varna and Burgas, with safe, calm waters and milder summers than the Med. Bulgaria is also popular for beginner-to-intermediate skiing on a budget.

Gibraltar While the capital Budapest is increasingly popular for city breaks, this central European nation has so much more to offer travellers, whether it’s a ‘beach’ holiday at pretty Lake Balaton with all its water sports or discovering the steppes of the UNESCOlisted Hortobágy National Park with its csikósok (Hungarian cowboys).

Poland From chic cities to deep, remote forests, Northern Europe – including Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Iceland – is ideal both for style mavens and for those who love hiking in the wilderness or taking part in other wonderful outdoors pursuits, including kayaking, glacier-walking, whale-watching, bear-spotting and hopefully seeing the Northern Lights into the bargain. In summer, think long, mild days perfect for cycling and boating.

With its future uncertain, now is the time to visit ‘The Rock’, a unique place where Spanish, North African and English cultures intersect. It’s most famous for its Barbary macaques, Europe’s only wild primates, but you also see the place where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, explore the Siege Tunnels and take a dolphinwatching trip. From the up-and-coming seaside town of Gdansk on the Baltic to the history-drenched

To find out more or to book your Caribbean family holiday, contact Eda your local Travel Counsellor today.

With the promise that all your holiday plans are in the safest possible hands. Remember how easy it used to be to go on holiday? When someone else took care of everything? At Travel Counsellors we believe this is the only way to sell travel – it’s such a personal thing that everybody deserves their very own personal expert. At Travel Counsellors we’re all about you. So if you’re looking for a holiday to remember, contact me today. Travel, tailor-made for you, with care.

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48 Hours in… the Cotswolds With cottages built of honey-hued stone, sleepy country pubs, and softly undulating green hills, the Cotswolds is a world away from the hustle and bustle of London. Just two hours west of the capital, and close to other major British cities including Birmingham, Bristol and Oxford, this picturesque region is the perfect place to swap Jimmy Choo heels for Hunter wellies. Recognised as an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’, this rural heartland is made up of ancient woodland, farmland and wildflower meadows – all crisscrossed by footpaths and bridleways, so they’re ready to explore. Discover quintessentially English villages, shop for antiques in historic market towns, enjoy local artesian foods from farmshops and farmers’ markets, and visit some of Britain’s greatest country houses and gardens. The region also has royal connections and a summer season of major equestrian events, ensuring there’s a wealth of country life to experience.

Day One 09:00 Take a tour of royal horticulture Highgrove House is the private residence of the Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall. Prince Charles acquired this country home in 1980, just before his marriage to Princess Diana, hence the royal couple spent many weekends here along with their sons Prince William and Prince Harry. A keen gardener, Prince Charles has devoted much time to planning and designing Highgrove’s organic gardens. For a peek into royal horticulture, the Highgrove Royal Gardens are open to the public on select dates between April and October each year for small pre-booked tours. With 15,000 specimens of trees from all over the globe, the nearby National Arboretum of Westonbirt is another horticultural hotspot. 11:30 Shop for royal gifts, from homewares to gin Inspired by his gardens, Prince Charles has established a range of exclusive ‘Highgrove’ products and souvenirs including teas, preserves and fine china. There’s even an organic gin with botanicals such as thyme, lavender and sage from the Highgrove gardens. The range is available from the Highgrove Estate Shop, as well as other Highgrove shops including one in the nearby town of Tetbury. All profits go to the Prince of Wales’s Charitable Foundation.

11:45 Browse antiques and visit an incredible arts venue Historic Tetbury is the quintessential Cotswold town. Built using traditional honey-coloured Cotswold stone, many of the elegant buildings once belonged to wealthy wool merchants. The town is known for having excellent antiques and interiors shops, so it’s a delight to explore. The Goods Shed is a centre of artistic excellence, housed in what remained of Tetbury’s railway station – it is now a home for art, music, cinema, exhibitions and performances. 13:00 Taste local flavours at a farmers’ market This rural region produces an array of culinary delights, with fresh produce and artesian goodies available from local farmers’ markets. Held every Saturday, the award-winning Stroud Market is considered one of the best, but other towns and villages including Tetbury, Gloucester and Cirencester also have excellent farmers’ markets. Make the most of what’s on offer by going stall-to-stall and sample local cheese, sausages, mustard and russet apples to name but a few. 14:30 Watch or learn at a prestigious polo club The Cotswolds is home to renowned equestrian events including Badminton

scooped numerous awards in recent years for its food and drink offering. 15:00 Visit the smallest village in the Cotswolds

Day Two 10:00 Take a foodie or electric bike tour

13:30 Head to a stylish foodie mecca

16:30 Immerse yourself in history Known as the capital town of the Cotswolds region, Cirencester has a rich and eclectic history. The town is home to the Corinium Museum, a huge collection of Roman finds and remains, including coins, mosaics and sculpture, while on the outskirts you can explore the earthwork remains of the Cirencester Amphitheatre, once one of the largest Roman amphitheatres in Britain.

Home to 3,000 miles of public footpaths across countryside ranging from farmland to ancient woodland, the Cotswolds are a walker’s paradise. Experienced walkers will relish the challenge of the Cotswold Way, a 102-mile route from the market town of Chipping Campden to the grand city of Bath. With its great lake and beautiful formal gardens, the grounds of Blenheim Palace provide a fabulous backdrop for a more genteel stroll. This monumental property in the town of Woodstock is one of Britain’s largest houses, and is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. 19:30 Have a gin for dinner A classic British tipple since the 18th century, gin is back in fashion. Where better to enjoy a G&T (gin and tonic) than The Feathers in the picturesque Cotswold town of Woodstock? It boasts a Gin Bar listed in Guinness World Records for stocking more than 400 gins from around the world, while the restaurant offers a Gin Fusion Menu featuring matching gins served with every course. There are 21 rooms and suites for those who over indulge. Getting there The Cotswolds is two hours by car west of London. Mainline train services from Paddington also serve Cheltenham and Stroud, taking between 90 minutes and two hours. Article supplied by www.visitbritain.com

19:30 Enjoy pub classics in an historic coaching inn A traditional coaching inn located in the heart of Cirencester, The Fleece has a history that goes back to 1651, when King Charles II hid from Thomas Cromwell’s troops in the building. Its sheltered courtyard is an ideal spot for al fresco dining during summer months, and the menu focuses on excellent pub classics like burgers and grills, plus shareable charcuterie and fishmonger’s boards. Pretty cottages in Cotswolds Image by jcstudio

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Horse Trials, held annually in May, and Gatcombe Festival of British Eventing in August. With events every weekend from May until September, spectators are welcome to attend all matches played at Beaufort Polo Club, one of the region’s foremost equestrian centres. For those wanting to learn or improve their skills, riding and polo tuition from Polo Association-approved coaches is available here throughout the year.

Lady Carole Bamford opened Daylesford Organic farmshop and café on her family’s Cotswold farm in 2002, and it’s been a stylish foodie Mecca ever since. There are now Daylesford farmshops in exclusive locations such as London’s Notting Hill neighbourhood and luxury department store Selfridges, but it’s still a real treat to come here. Her Michelin-starred pub, The Wild Rabbit in nearby Kingham, is an equally stylish spot for lunch and has a menu focusing on homegrown produce, with many ingredients coming from the Daylesford Estate. You could also head farther north to The Fleece Inn in Bretforton. Owned by the National Trust and steeped in history, the pub has

16:30 Enjoy a grand walk or a genteel stroll

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Stow-on-the-Wold is chocolate-box pretty, boasts an array of teashops, and there’s even a chocolatier – so it’s appropriate that this Cotswold town now has its very own walking foodie tour. On the three-hour Cotswold Foodie Tour you’ll learn about Britain’s culinary traditions, like afternoon tea. Along the way, you’ll enjoy artisan cheeses, cakes, chocolate, charcuterie, and special Cotswold blend tea and coffee. OR... Explore the lovely towns and villages of the Cotswolds on a guided electric bike tour. Following quiet country roads and lanes, and anchored by popular villages such as Burford, Chipping Campden, Kingham and Northleach, each tour typically covers around 30miles (50km). Customised private tours can also be arranged. The more independently-minded may hire bicycles from businesses across the Cotswolds.

The Cotswold village of Bourton-on-theWater is home to an enchanting little visitor attraction. The Model Village is a one-ninthscale replica of the actual village, containing miniature reproductions of village landmarks such as its two churches and old water mill, as well as carefully pruned little bonsai-type trees. This Lilliput-like attraction took local craftsmen five years to build, and was officially opened on the day of the Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother in 1937.

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We’ve put together a list of our favourite Easter egg hunts with the National Trust for kids (and grown-ups!)

Cadbury’s Easter egg hunts and crafts with the National Trust

Coughton Court, Warwickshire 19-22 April 11:00-16:00 Join Coughton Court for enjoyable Easter fun and frolics for all the family. With an outdoor trail around the grounds, traditional games in the Activity Shed and take-home crafts there’s lots to do. £3.00 per trail coughtoncourt@nationaltrust.org.uk or 01789 400777

Ickworth, The Rotunda, Horringer, Bury St Edmunds

6-22 April Various times between 10:30-16:00 Discover the signs of spring along our Cadbury Easter Egg hunt to help bunny to make his den. Follow in bunny’s paw prints to

find all of nature’s building materials through the Albana Walk, then add your finds to his den at the end to win a chocolate prize. £2.50- £4.50 rosie.mcvey@nationaltrust.org.uk or 01284 736127

Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire

19-22 April Various times - Booking advised Easter Egg Hunt at Wimpole. Learn about Wimpole wildlife, solve the clues and pick up your chocolatey prize. Book in advance- don’t miss out! Price Normal admission charges apply. NT members free. Non NT member admission as follows: Adult £18.95, Child £9.50, Family (two adults and up to three children) £47.40 03442491895 or 01223 206302

Bodiam Castle, East Sussex

10, 11, 17, 18 April 11:00-16:00 Come and try your hand at something new this Easter holiday. Get crafty and paint your own egg pot or hanging decoration to take home at one of our craft sessions this Easter holiday. £2.50 per decoration bodiamcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk or 01580 830196

Easter Adventure Quest at Kenwood House, Hampstead Lane, Hampstead

19-22 April 10:00-16:00 Swap the chocolate eggs and join the hunt for dragon eggs on a legendary quest this Easter holiday. Crack the clues as you and your family follow the trail through the grounds. Intrepid adventurers who track down the dragon egg will get a certificate and a sticker to prove it, and there’ll be a chocolate treat too! (Yay, more chocolate!) Adult Free, Child (5-17yrs) £1.00 no booking required www.english-heritage.org.uk

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It’s the only time of year you can say you’re travelling the UK hunting for chocolate and get away with it. If anyone questions you, blame the kids, pack the car and drive off!

Easter Fun with The Grandparent Hub

If you are feeling like the grandchildren have been trapped inside too much recently, then why not take them out for a nice walk in the local woods or park? We all know the health benefits of our grandchildren being outside but our friend Jan, one of our grandparent team, loves to get her two grandchildren really back to nature. They are always seeing what wildlife they can spot and the squirrels are always a favourite, well, that is until the ladybirds start coming out. They also love exploring around the trees and hedges and can’t help but look for different leaves, twigs and pretty flowers and they enjoy bringing them home to see what they can create with them. Here Jan and the girls share with you their Easter creations, woodland Easter bunnies.

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Here’s what you will need • Some paper • A black pen • A selection of leaves • Some twigs • Some little flowers • Glue – preferably a glue stick And here’s what to do... 1. On a piece of A4 white paper draw a nose and two eyes for the bunny – you can add a mouth and teeth if you would like. This is your template. 2. The grandchildren can then use their leaves, twigs and flowers to glue to the paper and make their bunny and here’s some top tips: • Twigs make great whiskers • Long leaves are perfect ears • A flower can brighten up the grandchild’s bunny. 3. Once the glue dries you are then ready to hand your grandchild’s picture in pride of place. As the year moves on you can also see what else they can find. Autumn is great for Halloween crafts with pine cones, chestnuts and acorns all being easy to find. We hope you enjoy this Easter activity.

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By Sevim Safer

Of course my mother was a mother. If she hadn’t have been, then I wouldn’t have been given the correct advice and disciplines in life - which I naturally ignored. As much as my father was an equally important role model, my mother was the person who made home feel like home. For me, home is a place of comfort, beautiful aromas of homemade cakes, washing that smells like mum, plumped handmade cushion covers that you sink into, bundles of knitting wool next to the side of her chair, a garden full of shrubs and plants that I can’t even pronounce, Delia Smith cook books with stick-on notes inside like bookmarks, the smell of Clarins face cream, the Laura Ashley stuff in our living room, The White Company shawls dotted around to insure you’re kept warm…you get my gist? Home. Growing up, did any of us appreciate our mothers and what they did for us? Not really, is the correct answer! Did we understand the sudden mood change from loving to crazy eyes in 0.5 seconds? No! The disappointed face when leaving parents evening? The phrase “I couldn’t sleep until you came

home!” Asking her if you could go out and then being bombarded with “Who’s going?”, “What’s their names?”, “Who’s Kris?”, “Do you fancy him?” and “Why are you smiling when I mentioned his name?” The usual questions. If you actually think about it, the fact that they’re still talking to us after what we put them through is a miracle. How could you, as a child, think your mother was your best friend when there were so many RULES in place, so many times you heard NO! Your best friend was the crazy bird at school that your mother told you was a bad influence in your life, not her. Then you grew up, you got a job and realised what £10 actually meant, maybe you realised when you moved out and the washing didn’t fold itself, your house didn’t smell like home and your food wasn’t the same taste. For me, it was when I would wake up in my own house and realise there wasn’t a room I could walk into, another bed I could get into for comfort, someone I could share my life troubles with… plus all the above that a child would naturally miss. It was then I appreciated my mummy – who was not a mother any more. Every single thing she’d done for me at home, that I didn’t even see suddenly started to play in my mind like a movie. It became more apparent when I became a mother, I started to understand the looks, the phrases, the worries, the mood swings, the washing, the cooking, the husband, the kids. How on earth is my mummy still standing? When I

ask her this question she replies with: “My children are my everything, I would move the world for them.” It’s at this very moment in my life when she went from mother to mummy to best friend. A best friend gets you, has been there, done it and worn the apron. They advise you on how to get through it, cuddle you when you can’t do it anymore, takes a child for a sleepover when you’re ready to kill them, turns up at your door with a lasagne and ten bags of shopping just when you’re down to the last cheese slice. There’s times I don’t even speak and she knows exactly what’s happened, at what time and how it’s made me feel... that’s a best friend. However, if you were to say this to her she would most certainly reply with “No Sevim, that’s not a best friend that is a mother!” Some mothers are near and others live in the sky, wherever they may be – they deserve a medal. Happy Mothering Sunday to you all, especially to mine who made me the person and mother that I am today. I will always be eternally grateful that you’re mine and continue to be the clear guidance in my life that I often need.

Sevim x

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I read an article somewhere that addressed the point “Back in the day your mother was not your best friend, she was your mother.” It made me think about the generations of mothers and children that I was surrounded by and their different relationships. Naturally, I then started thinking about my own and if this statement was true.

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STEVIE’S PANTRY

Painted bunny rabbit cookies

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Stevie’s Pantry offers bespoke cakes, french macarons, biscuits and healthy treats! As a busy mum of three Stevie still finds time to create masterpieces from her very own kitchen and we were surprised to learn that this lovely North London mama taught herself all she needed to know. Follow this yummy mummy to see what amazing creations she produces while juggling mum life. Instagram @steviespantry or Facebook @steviespantry

If you look at edible art and think, hmmm how do they do that? Well keep reading, as I have some top tips and a step-by-step picture for you to copy.

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I’ve put together a pictorial for you to follow and in this instance, I am adding my painted fondant icing topper to cookies, you can just as easily add these straight to an iced cupcake.

Step by step... Step 1 Start by drawing a small circle towards to top half of your fondant circle, you can draw around a small object if you prefer, or freehand draw it. Step 2 Draw two long bunny ears to reach the top of the circle, as evenly as possible. Step 3 Draw a horizontal oval to the side bottom of your bunny’s head. Step 4 Draw a little bit of fur around the top of the body, this creates more of a bunny fur effect. Use jagged lines to do this. Step 5 Draw a curved line on the bottom right of the body and create a foot shape and join it with the body.

Step 6 Draw a smaller foot on the other side of the body. Steps 7 For cute tail, draw three small bumps in a circle at the end of the body, this shouldn’t be too big, and make sure its not bigger than the feet. Steps 8 Draw the detail on the ears, if you don’t have any space within your ears to draw another loop, and a line down the middle would be fine. Steps 9 The face, this can be adapted to suit your bunny. Here I’ve simply drawn two dots for the eyes, and small circle for the nose, with the added mouth, and two whiskers on each side of the cheeks. Step 10 Colouring in - I use edible paints or gels,

mixed with a little bit of water to thin out the colour. Let your drawing dry to make sure the colour won’t soak up the black. Then lightly paint your image. Please note: do not saturate your icing with colour or water, as this will cause the fondant icing to melt and it will loose shape and smudge the drawing. Step 11 Once your painting has dried, turn over your icing and add a little bit of water all over the back of the fondant disc. Step 12 Add on top of your biscuit, the fondant will stick with the water you applied. If you’re adding this to an iced cupcake, the you do not need to add water to the back of the fondant disc, as it will stick to the icing. Step 13 Choose different colours to decorate your drawings.

Top tips... • In order to draw on any edibles, you need a good edible marker pen, you can pick these up from craft shops or on the internet • Roll out your ready-made fondant icing to a thickness of approx 3mm, this is so that the fondant is not too thick and drawing on it will be easier and less ‘bouncy’ • Leave your fondant to dry between 20-30 minutes so that the surface has begun to dry, this will make drawing on the fondant easier and smoother • Don’t be afraid to draw, mistakes can be eliminated by dipping a clean brush into clean water and brushing off the line. You can dab this with a clean kitchen towel to help dry the fondant and continue with your drawing

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Top things to do this spring with our favourites! We’ve rounded up our most loved, local #instaparents to bring you the best things to do in your area.

ENFIELD Kat has a real spring in her step this season. Don’t miss these events showcasing Enfield in Bloom.

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Baby Broadway Chickenshed, 290 Chase Side, London N14 4PE 21 Mar 10:00 & 11:15 From newborns to grandparents, the whole family can enjoy musical numbers from their favourite shows and films, performed by amazing west end singers. Expect bubbles, puppetry and dancing galore. A perfect chance to start embarrassing your kids from a very young age. Child/adult £6, free for babies under 6 months Ragtrade Chi Chi’s Coffee and Waffle House, 604 Green Lanes, London, N13 5RY 22 Mar 18:00-21:00 Cheese, wine and shopping with a conscience. Ragtrade all about buying vintage, upcycled and high end second hand goods from great people, in a great space. Reusing, reducing, recycling and supporting local has never felt so good. Free entry Forty Hall Lambing Weekend Forty Hall Farm 23-24 Mar 11:00-16:00 The annual lambing weekend is back at Forty Hall Farm. Fun for all the family with craft demonstrations, activities, street food and the chance to meet the newborn lambs. £5 for adults and £2 for children under 16. Free for under-threes The Winchmore Hill Supper Club The Larder, 26 The Green, Winchmore Hill, London N21 1AY 30 Mar 19:30-22:30

The Winchmore Hill Supper Club has been created for the local community to allow the great people of Winchmore Hill dining with a difference. The night will begin with a welcome cocktail, followed by a mouth-watering four course menu and the opportunity to BYOB. £40pp Bohemian Rhapsody – Open Air Theatre Lea Valley White Water Centre, Station Rd, Waltham Cross EN9 1AB 27 Apr 20:30 An opportunity to see this Oscar-nominated film in a fantastic setting. Bring blankets, picnics, chairs and maybe a brolly as the event will go ahead rain or shine. All proceeds from the event go to The Nightingale charity. Adult £10 or £60 for a group of 7

The Cockfosters festival promises to be the talk of North London featuring a massive bank holiday weekend of SHOWSTOPPING attractions, music, and family fun. There will be an animal-free circus, an 80s music lounge bar, amusement park and inflatable assault course! Not one to be missed. Child (0-16) £5, adult £7

HACKNEY, CAMDEN & CENTRAL LONDON There’s lots to do this spring in these three wonderful boroughs and Max can’t wait to be a part of it all.

Max @struggleofthejuggle

Bear + Wolf 153 Fortess Rd, London NW5 2HR Mon-Sun 07:30-17:30 It’s the ultimate combination of how to coffee and parent. With a play area at the back, parents can leave the kids to their own devices and enjoy some well-earned gossip time. With friendly staff and an extensive menu, you can literally sit there for hours. Cake, anyone? Price: a cup of coffee

Murder Mystery at Salisbury House Salisbury House, Bury Street West, London N9 9LA 17 May 19:00 Take a step back in time and enjoy a fully immersive 60s themed murder mystery in the historic Salisbury House. An evening full of cocktails, canapes, live music and murder! The choice is yours, to play a suspect or enjoy watching everyone else act like butter wouldn’t melt in their mouth. Adult £25 The Cockfosters Festival Saracens Rugby Club, Bramley Playing Fields, London N14 4AB 25-27 May 10:00-22:00

Ship of Adventures 38 Kingsland High Street, London E8 2NS Mon-Sat 08:30-18:30 (10:00-17:00 Sat) Take in a little atmosphere in the Ship of Adventures; a pirate cafe and restaurant for all the family. The nautical themed space hosts a plethora of pirate games, activities and food. From £3.00 London Zoo Regents Park, London, NW1 4RY Mon-Sun 10:00-17:00 Spring has finally spring and all the animals are outside taking it in. It’s the best time to visit the zoo. With a fairground, adventure park and a petting zoo, it’s not just the animals you get to enjoy. Child (3-15) £17.55, adult £27 Continued overleaf...

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Elmer The Patchwork Elephant Show The Arts Depot, North Finchley 10-19 May 11:00-16:00 www.artsdepot.co.uk From £9 to £20 per person (2+)

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Pond Dipping Stephens House and Gardens 11-18 Apr www.stephenshouseandgardens.com Find out more about underwater creatures at a guided pond dipping session. Those taking part will be given a net and tray to look closer at some of the pond’s inhabitants and will be given the chance to examine the creatures with the help of staff before returning them to the water safely. £4 per child (5+) and accompanying adult

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Eggtastic Egg Hunt and Egg Decorating Stephens House and Gardens 14 Apr www.stephenshouseandgardens.com In this eggtastic drop-in session and eggcellent egg hunt, you let your little explorers follow the clues on a quest for eggs and then they can have lots of fun decorating their own. £4 per child

Big Fish Little Fish Hangar, London Fields, Hackney 31 Mar 14:00 - 16:30 To celebrate Superhero Mums everywhere on Mothers Day join award-winning Big Fish Little Fish Family Rave. Dance together across a floor filled with bubbles, balloons and confetti cannons, topped off by the parachute dance. Get super crafty on the Captain Cookie Craft tables and enjoy the baby chill out or play areas. Pre-walking infant Free, Child £7, adults £10 Barbican Conservatory Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS Sundays until 31 Mar 12:00-17:00 Get lost in the jungle right in the heart of the city! My little ones love playing around, and on a colder spring day, it’s amazingly warm. Free Soundpit Southbank Centre, Belvedere Rd, Lambeth, London SE1 8XX 13 Feb-2 Jun 10:15 Explore sound, vision and touch with the sensory experience at the Southbank. Play in giant sandpits illuminated by beautiful graphics, and create your own music with movement. Suitable for all ages. Child £8 London Transport Museum Covent Garden Piazza, WC2E 7BB 6-22 Apr 11:00-16:00 Fun for all the family with a huge array of activities for kids, including an interactive engineer gallery and a transport play zone. Check out the Illustrating London exhibition over the April half term – London-inspired art that will inspire any imagination. Child (0-17) free, adult £17.50

BARNET Stephanie has all of these spring activities on her ‘to do’ list and can’t wait to share all the fun adventure with her little family this season.

Stephanie @barnet_mum

Peter Rabbit: The Great Escape Mill Hill Library, Hartley Ave 12-15 Apr 11:00-16:00 www.nw7creatives.com Join Peter Rabbit and his friends at Mill Hill Library and help them to escape Mr McGregor’s garden. Solve puzzles, find clues, play games and meet your favourite characters! Child (3-7 years) £9, adults £3

Animal Easter Trail RAF Museum London 8-22 Apr Tickets can be purchased at the shop on arrival at Hangar 1. The Easter Bunny has lots of his animal friends in the museum, come and find them and find out why they might be hiding underneath our aircraft. You will receive a delicious chocolate prize when you find all the animals. £3 per child HARINGEY Our ethical mummy can’t wait to stroll round these great activities with her family this spring.

Karen @n4mummy

Chicken Licken Jackson’s Lane, 269a Archway Road, N6 5AA 14 Apr 12:00 or 15:00 This expertly chaotic recipe of cooking, puppetry and music tells the classic tales of Little Red Hen, the sly Foxy Loxy and Chicken Licken. Running time 45 mins, aged 3-8 Entry £9.95 Easter Adventure Quest Kenwood House, Hampstead Lane, Hampstead, NW3 7JR 19-22 Apr 10:00-16:00 Join in the hunt for dragon eggs this Easter holiday. The trail goes through the grounds of Kenwood and those who find all the eggs will get a certificate and a chocolate treat. Child £1, adult free (no need to book) Continued overleaf...

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Lee Valley Park Farm Easter Event Lee Valley Park Farm, Stubbins Hall Lane, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2EF 6-22 Apr The Easter baby boom will also be in full swing at the farms as the team set to welcome many new arrivals including chicks, lambs and more. Children can bottle-feed lambs, as well as saying ‘hello’ to the other 300 animals. Weekends and School Holidays: £10 per person. Term-time weekdays: £6 per person (children under 2 go free). 10% discount when booking online.

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A Song For A Bear Pickled Pepper Books, 10 Middle Lane, Crouch End, N8 8PL 23 Mar 15:00 An interactive storytelling and workshop sessions with Gabby Dawnay and Alex Barrow authors of children’s book A Song For A Bear. Running time 45 mins, aged 2+ All tickets £5 (redeemable against a copy of A Song For A Bear) Cakes and Ladders The Bus Café, Blue House Yard, 5 River Park Road, N22 7TB Open year round, but check www.cakesandladders.co.uk for holidays Mon 08:30-22:00 Tues/Wed 08:30-22:00 Thurs/Fri 08:30-17:00 Sat/Sun 10:00-18:00 A red London double decker bus that serves as a café selling locally sourced coffee, cakes, soups, salads and sandwiches as well as beer brewed in London. They have over 500 board games available for customers to play, from Jenga to Monopoly to Pass The Pigs. Board game cover charge, child £2, adults £3

HERTFORDSHIRE Hertfordshire in spring offers a wealth of activities to keep the family busy. Easter crafts are in full swing across the county. Aimee’s top picks for things to do this season range from farm trips to theatre outings, something for everyone.

Aimee Hart @hart_at_home

Willows Activity Farm Easter Eggstravaganza Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney, St Albans, AL4 0PF 30 Mar-22 Apr 10:00-17:15 A treat for all ages over at Willows Farm this Easter. From cow milking to an Easter egg hunt, Peter Rabbit live shows and pig racing. Programme of events are packed from opening till closing time. Child £23 (£19 online), Infants under 2 Free, Adult £22 (£18 online)

Paradise Wildlife Park Egg-cellent Activities Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Lane, Broxbourne, EN10 7QA 6-21 Apr 09:30-17:00 Take part in Paradise Wildlife Park’s Big Easter Egg hunt this year. They will be showcasing their new state of the art Lion Pride lands Habitat and you can now visit their life size, roaring and moving dinosaurs! Also new this season is the Dinosaur crèche where you can get up close and personal with adorable baby dinosaurs! Child (2-16) £14.85, Infants under 2 Free, Adult £17.10 Knebworth House – Easter Trail Knebworth House, Stevenage, SG1 2AX 30-31 Mar 11:00-17:00 Children can follow the Easter Trail symbols hidden around the garden’s spring flowers, within the Edwardian maze and among the trail of 72-life sized dinosaurs. Complete the trail sheet to claim an Easter surprise (the trail sheet costs £1 extra). For some extra fun, join Tara for a handwritten Easter story of Barbara Bunny’s adventure through the gardens. £9.50 per person (children under 3 are free) Book tickets online and save 10% David Baddiel’s ANiMALCOLM the Musical Hertford Theatre, The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS 6 Apr 14:00 & 19:00 7 Apr 11:00 & 15:00 2hrs including an interval A vibrant, energetic and gloriously funny musical from the award-winning Story Pocket Theatre. ANiMALCOLM combines physical theatre, puppetry and the company’s outstanding storytelling style to bring David Baddiel’s magical and wonderfully comic story to the stage. £15 each or £56 family ticket (4 people including at least 1 child)

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We’re Going on a Bear Hunt. Spotlight Theatre, High Street, Hoddesdon, En11 8BE 16 Apr 13:30 17 Apr 10:30 & 13:30 See the smash-hit production of We’re Going on a Bear Hunt direct from the West End, as it returns vividly and noisily in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile, lively score. Based on the much-loved book picture by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury, this mischievous celebration of play is the perfect treat for families with children aged 3 and up. £13.00 (£10 if more than 10 booked) Lee Valley White Water Centre Station Road, Waltham Cross, EN9 1AB Open daily 08:00 - 21:00 www.gowhitewater.co.uk You’ll find gallons of fun at Lee Valley White Water Centre, from white water rafting on the Olympic course to family paddling on our lake. Choose from a range of activities or sit back and watch the action at The Terrace Bar & Café where, on Friday evenings, there is live music. You’re guaranteed an unforgettable day out at this London 2012 venue. Prices vary depending on activity. Starting from as little as £5 (visit website for more information)

Young Creators is a free professional development programme which offers young people vocational training and practical work experience in a variety of theatre skills. Participants have the opportunity to apply for the Young Creator Trainee programme which consists of more intensive, advanced training alongside Chickenshed practitioners. Young Creators runs annually from September to July for ages 14-25. Find out more by visiting www.chickenshed.org.uk/yc or by contacting Belinda McGuirk on belindamc@chickenshed.org.uk | 020 8216 2755 Registered charity no: 1012369

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Sport & Confidence

– what is the correlation?

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Written by Ali Mustafa, Director of Pro Elite Football Academy

My child is too shy to get involved – My child has a reserved nature – My children hide behind the door It is a catch 22. You want to get your child into an activity that will help boost their confidence, but you are worried about them initially getting involved as they are naturally shy. What do you do? Confidence is something that all parents strive for their children to have. Confidence in themselves, whether it be in social situations or within their own ability to achieve what they set out to, is something that can be nurtured. A big worry is that parents are consumed with the idea that their children either have the confidence or they don’t, but confidence is a skill that can be acquired just like any other skill in life. The difference is, this skill is something that will stay with them for life, a skill that can be self-taught with exposure to the right environment.

And here is why: when introduced to sports, children are placed into an environment that helps nurture and challenge key social skills, such as team work, communication and camaraderie. One big factor, relayed back from parents who attend our sessions, is how big an influence the right coaches can have on confidence. A coach that understands your childs’ worries, yet pushes your child to achieve their potential and come out of their comfort zone is something that money can’t buy. Instilling confidence in children is something that I am extremely passionate about. I am a believer of it being one of the highest yielding attributes that can be taught. Seeing the growth of children who initially had refused to leave their parents sides at sessions, but now fly through demonstrations in front of the whole class, is the reason that all coaches, myself included, love what we do. But what

can you do if your child does refuse to leave your side? There is no easy answer, apart from being persistent and consistent. Persistence is key, because when they do finally overcome their fear and start to thrive, it will be the one story that you can relay back to them whenever they are doubting themselves.

Tips on how to get through the initial clingy phase • Observe only. Sit alongside them, making sure that they feel no pressure to get involved in an activity until they are comfortable enough to ask you if they can play. • Trust in the coaches. Different coaches have different techniques, but trust in the fact that the coaches are skilled in helping children believe in themselves. • Refer to their favourite coaches at home, during daily routines. Praise from their coaches during sessions helps to boost self-esteem. So, when you are happy with something that they have done at home, make sure to tell their coach when you next see them! Find an extracurricular activity that your child may enjoy and watch them flourish, both in session and in everyday life.

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