Cherubs Issue 4 July 2013 by Cherubs

cherubs Your complete guide to local parenting

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Fit for a prince or princess! Great ideas to celebrate the royal arrival

Summer holiday fun Exciting activites and events for the holidays

Be a winner Lots of prizes and reader discounts!

Keep them learning Make sure your cherubs stays on track during the summer

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Summer escapes Great hints and tips for your family holiday

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contents July - September 2013

17 LEARNING

CHERUBS CHAT NEW HOMES

Own a Larkfleet property sooner thanks to financial incentive schemes.

Some great ideas for your clever little cherubs to keep them interested in learning.

19 MUMS’ ZONE

‘FUREVER’ FAMILIES!

Peterborough Cat Rescue are looking for local families for their ever growing brood of kittens.

Every mum deserves a little ‘me time’ so whether you want a new look or to get fit we have it covered.

22 PARTIES

10 TRAVEL

Summer is finally here and we have a host of options for family breaks.

11 FASHION

Keep them cool and stylish with great ideas from Oilily, Room Seven and more.

Want to give your little cherub a party to remember, then our parties page has some great ideas.

24 SCHOOLS

All the latest news and views from the schools in our area,

27 CHERUBS ATTRACTIONS

Your comprehensive guide to family friendly events and activities around the area to cover the whole summer!

34 CHERUBS HERITAGE

For local clubs, groups and activities to keep your little cherubs occupied look no further than the Cherubs guide.

35 CHERUBS DIARY

Your comprehensive guide to family friendly events and activities around the area.

36 CHERUBS CLUBS & GROUPS

For local clubs, groups and activities to keep your little cherubs occupied look no further than the Cherubs guide.

42 GIVEAWAYS

Loads of great prizes from tickets to some of the main local attractions to the new state of the art Summer Infant Privacy Plus Video Monitor.

12 SHOPPING

Royal ideas fit for the arrival of your little prince or princess.

13 HEALTH

Keep your little cherub healthy and happy with our tips and ideas, from the Aqua Zinger to the new range of Goodies foods.

15 PREGNANCY & BABY

Everything from the pelvic floor myth to products that make your life that bit easier with your new bundle of joy.

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Local businesses that can help you to get the most out of parenting.

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Kev Lawrence from Heart, has a family ticket to Camp Bestival to giveaway while discussing the benefits of letting your children explore the outdoors.

FEATURES 40 KEEP THEM LEARNING

Win a family break worth £ 109 with Stay Pla y Explore

Phew… and relax the school run is over for another year! But as a parent it is important to keep your children’s brains active over the summer, so don’t put your feet up just yet!

45 CAR SAFETY

Most parents spend a great deal of time chauffeuring their children around, therefore the car becomes your second home. But how safe are your children in your car?

Cover photo of Charlie from Bretton by Daniel Ackerley Photography

Win tickets to Twinlakes on p.42

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T: 07736 054252 info@danielackerleyphotography.co.uk danielackerleyphotography.co.uk CONTRIBUTORS Kev Lawrence - kev@cherubsnet.com Alice Bryan - alice@cherubsnet.com Gem Fulford - threebecomefour@gmail.com EDITORIAL For editorial enquiries, please email only: katie@cherubsnet.com ADVERTISING info@cherubsnet.com To see your business in the next edition of Cherubs, please call Katie on 01733 371065 or email: katie@ cherubsnet.com. Prices start from only £10.00 per edition. We also oﬀer guaranteed editorial inclusion. DESIGNED BY

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Well done Charlie!

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elcome to the fourth edition of Cherubs! As parents this should be our favourite time of the year as we get our little cherubs all to ourselves for six weeks! I know it is hard for working parents to find the right balance between work and play, but I am sure you will all find a way to have some great fun! I would like to say a massive thank you to Daniel Ackerley Photography (www. danielackerleyphotography. co.uk) for taking the picture of Charlie for this month’s front cover. Charlie was a fantastic model and really enjoyed the shoot. We are honored to have him as our coverstar, what a little cutie! We have put together a fantastic what’s on and where to go guide, (p27-35), and there are lots more entries on our website www.cherubsnet.com. When you visit the site please log in through your Facebook account and you will be able to access lots of local information and even add your own listings free of charge. If you are like me and have a garage full of unwanted or unused things then you can now list them free of charge on www.cherubsnet.com. Or why not log on for a chat with other

Katie & Ella

harlie is 4 and lives in Bretton, Peterborough. Charlie loves attending South Bretton pre-school and is excited because he starts in reception at Middleton Primary School in September. He loves playing with cars and being outdoors. He is a very cheeky chappy with an infectious laugh and smile! We wanted to mention Chloe who was supposed to be the Coverstar with Charlie, but she wasn’t in a ‘modelling mood’ on the day! We are hoping sweets will persuade her to be our Coverstar next edition! If you would like to see your little cherub on our front cover, please visit cherubsnet.com or like Cherubsnet on Facebook for details!

local parents? We will be listing regular topics and as always would love to hear your thoughts and advice. As always we have lots of goodies to giveaway, so check out p42-43 for the chance to win tickets to lots of local attractions as well as a Summer Infant Privacy Plus Complete Coverage Video Monitor worth £230! If you check out www.cherubsnet.com and go to the giveaways page you can enter all of the competitions, it only takes a minute and you never know you could be in luck! So enjoy the summer, fingers crossed for a warm one, but either way I am sure you will have a fantastic time with your little cherubs! Take care and look out for the next edition due out from 5th September…

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cherubscontributors ALICE BRYAN has recently completed her Masters in English and has now returned to Peterborough to embark upon her writing career. “I haven’t got any children myself yet but I’ve quickly learnt all of the rules. I’m currently delving into issues that parenting brings to become the next Supernanny!” LAURA FRAYLICH Laura Fraylich has a degree in photography and runs Laura Rose Studios in Peterborough. “Being one of nine children, with many nieces and nephews, the Cherubs concept really appeals to me. I hope you enjoy my Caught On Camera section on page 38”

KEV LAWRENCE is the Breakfast show presenter on Heart and doting dad to Brogan and Brooke. “Cherubs will revolutionise parenting in our area. As a dad I want knowledge of the area so that I can keep them active and busy. It’s a pleasure to be involved!” LAURA GIBSON has two fabulous but fiendishly cheeky children. Laura chronicles her (mis)adventures in parenting on her blog, Chez Mummy. A full-time working mother, she has launched Working Parents United, a new website aimed at supporting working parents.

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Keeping parents up to date

Love Parks, Love Play! Ferry Meadows Country Park is all set for the first installation of new play equipment this September.

s part of the preparation work, school pupils from St Botolphs Church of England Primary School, Nene Park volunteers, members of the Nene Park Access Forum and Nene Park Trust staff have engaged in a series of workshops designing the future of play in Ferry Meadows. Touch Wood Enterprises Limited, along with Davies White Landscape Architects, have been commissioned to design and build exciting play experiences in Ferry Meadows over the coming over three years. During early July, ‘pop-up’ play has been installed close to the Visitor Centre. This temporary play installation includes a water cascade, a hollow log to clamber through, a human sundial as well as cluster seating made from boulders and logs- all of which will later feature in new permanent play areas in the park. Teresa Wood, Visitor Services Manager for Nene Park Trust, said “This pop-up play area is designed to generate interest in the three year play project. In September, installation will commence on the first of the play areas closest to the Visitor Centre and Ferry Meadows Café. The play equipment is made from natural materials and will blend in to the Park environment. It will

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include willow walk ways and cob walls as well as lots of areas and equipment on which to swing, scramble and slide.” Nicky Noble, Deputy Head Teacher at St Botolphs Church of England Primary School, said “St Botolphs is a regular user of Nene Park and, in particular, Ferry Meadows. In April, some of the pupils had a fantastic time at a play workshop building play equipment in the woods from ropes, nets, logs and other equipment. It is great that their ideas will form part of the future of Play in Ferry Meadows.” From swinging acorn pods to embankment slides and cradle swings, Ferry Meadows is set to be the best place to come and play. www.neneparktrust.org.uk

New names added to festival line-up

Lakefleet offers a lifeline

ew and growing families could own their very own Larkfleet property sooner, and for less than they think, thanks to the housebuilder’s independent and government backed financial incentive schemes. For first-time buyers, parents-to-be or growing families needing a little more room, Larkfleet has properties across Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire and Oakham to suit a variety of domestic and financial circumstances. Energy efficiency is also high on Larkfleet’s agenda – it offers solar PV (photovoltaic) panels on several developments – meaning many of its properties are cheaper to run and produce fewer carbon emissions in use. All these benefits that come with buying a Larkfleet home mean families will save time, and importantly money, when they need it the most. Contact Larkfleet Homes on 01778 391550 or visit its website, www.larkfleethomes.co.uk

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Maze in Maise near Spalding which opens on 20th July more info on page 34. Space – Fact and Fiction Exhibition at Peterborough Museum until 7th October more info on page 35.

Did you know that more people are injured in drink drive related incidents in the summer than during Christmas and New Year?

s a result, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Road Safety Partnership is supporting the new THINK! 2013 summer drink drive campaign. The campaign aims to raise awareness of the consequences of a drink driving conviction. Clair George, Road Safety Officer for the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Road Safety Partnership, said “This is the time of year that many people choose to throw an impromptu barbecue, plan social gatherings or are having their wedding day celebrations. It’s easy to forget the amount of alcohol consumed throughout an afternoon or evening and how much remains in the system the following day.” As well as supporting the national campaign, the partnership will also be distributing flyers to organisations which remind drivers of the facts around driving the morning after a summer social event.

he second wave of poets and authors for Peterborough’s Festival of Literature and Poetry has been announced. The event, We Love Words, has been organised by the John Clare Trust and will be held in various venues across the city and surrounding area from September 20th to 28th. Prominent poets Simon Armitage and Ian McMillan, as well as cartoonist Tony Husband, will join the previously announced guest speakers Michael Portillo and Germaine Greer. All five will host informative and insightful, talks on their love for words and their careers to date. The evening will be shaped by the audience and hopes to be a fast, fun and interactive evening. They will be performing on Monday 23rd September, 7.30pm at The Theatre, Ormiston Bushfield Academy, Peterborough. Tickets cost £10 or £8 concessions. Michael Portillo and Germaine Greer’s talks will both be held at The Key Theatre in Peterborough. Tickets cost £15 each or £12.50 concessions. To book tickets to any of the events call the We Love Words box office on: 01733 207239. For more information about the festival, visit the We Love Words page on the John Clare Cottage website – www.clarecottage.org

Desperately Seeking ‘Furever’ Families! Ask most people what seasons the months April to November comprise, and they’ll rightly say: ‘Spring’, ‘Summer’ and ‘Autumn’. Ask the volunteers at Peterborough Cat Rescue and they’ll reply with one – Kitten Season!

ith all rescue spaces full, they are desperately seeking new families for their current residents and will be holding homing events on 6th, 20th and 27th of July at Paws & Claws Cattery in Wansford from 12-3pm, where there’ll be many cats and kittens looking for loving ‘furever’ homes. Alternatively, if you can spare a little room and time, and a lot of love, you could be the perfect fosterer, helping them to help even more cats in crisis. To learn more about the cats and kittens currently in their care, or about becoming a fosterer, please contact 07502 134006 or peterboroughcatrescue@ gmail.com and visit them on Facebook. www.cherubsnet.com | cherubs 9

Devon heaven July kicks off in Devon with some top festivals to entertain holidaymakers and visitors of all ages. Crafty visitors gather for the Exeter Craft Festival

Scattered around the 600-year-old Exeter Cathedral are about a hundred white tented booths on 5th – 6th July 2013.

Musicians tune up at the Budleigh Salterton Music Festival

The highly regarded Budleigh Salterton Music Festival brings a taste of culture to East Devon from 12th – 20th July 2013.

Avast me hearties! It’s the Clovelly Maritime Festival

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travel It’s time to start thinking about escaping from it all - we look at family friendly options!

Attend the Clovelly Maritime Festival on 14th July 2013 dressed as a pirate and join in this jolly day out on the historic harbour.

Paignton hosts the Annual Torbay Carnival

Nine days of family fun are promised at the Torbay Carnival which takes over Paignton Green from 27 July to 4 August 2013.

Enjoy a family day out at Woolsery Agricultural Show

Taking place at Clovelly Court on Monday 29 July 2013, it now has livestock classes, showjumping, a handicraft tent and fairground rides.

Feeling crabby? Visit the South Devon Crab Festival in Dartmouth!

From 29th July to 4th August 2013. Join in a crab trail/treasure hunt, plastic crab throwing and even crab football.

With so much to see and do in Devon throughout July, it’s no wonder it remains a top holiday destination for families!

Pet holiday!

Luxury villas

or any first-time parents-to-be - even if they are Prince William and Kate Middleton - the idea of holidaying with a new-born is a daunting prospect. Whereas the royal couple has the advantage of a typical entourage of nannies, housekeepers and cooks, the majority of us are not so lucky. But now family travel specialists Tots To Travel has the answer with a new lineup of luxury villas and chateaux featuring a host of extras - including chefs and masseurs - for parents to relax and enjoy time with their new arrival. http://totstotravel.co.uk/property/94/ chateau-des-etoiles/

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So you may have been busy planning your summer getaway but where will your pets go while you are away? Acorn Lodge boarding kennels is a well-established family business in Eye, Peterborough and it is where I take my little dog, Hank. They provide safe, comfortable and friendly boarding for all manner of pets whilst you are away on holiday. You can even book your pet in for a groom while they are there so they come back fresh and clean! I know Hank loves his time at Acorn Lodge and I am sure your pet will too! Call: 01733 221112 or visit their website at: www.acornkennelscattery.co.uk

Lights Out Blinds

ights Out Blind is fantastic for ensuring the little ones have regular naps and can sleep no matter how light it is outside. Lights Out Blinds go up in seconds, doesn’t need adjusting and even works on open windows. It is perfect for maintaining baby’s sleep routine on holiday and great for daytime napping too. £34.95 (for a pair) from www.lightsoutblinds.com

Trendsetters! Nordic Kids sets the trends when it comes to bringing that famed and effortless Scandinavian cool to the babies and children of Britain. Their Summer collection is now available. www.nordickids.co.uk

Generous Michiko

World of summer Room Seven is a whole world of gorgeous baby and children’s clothing, bedding, bags and accessories and their Summer collection now available www.roomseven.com

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Childrenswear brand Michiko and Me will be making a generous donation of £1 to £5 on each of their products sold to Action Against Hunger, an international humanitarian organisation committed to ending child hunger. www.michikoandme.com

Our round-up of all things stylish for your little cherubs

Feast your eyes Oilily’s brand new Summer collection is full of wonderful contrasts. Feast your eyes on those intricate details, unique designs and bright colours. www.oililyworld.com

Silver Onesies

Shoe Therapy Revolutionary worldwide patented footwear brand SHOEtherapy has launched a stylish new range of loafers this season. Created with top quality leather, the stylish yet easy-to-wear loafers compliment any outfit whether by day or by night and are scientifically and clinically* proven to alleviate up to 75% of back and joint pain. www.shoetherapy.com

Magic Maternity This season, award-winning* global maternity fashion brand Séraphine launches its Spring/ Summer 2013 collection of thoughtfully designed denims, separates, dresses, swimwear and eveningwear - an imitable range of essential styles for perfecting daytime chic, poolside glamour and day-to-night dressing during your pregnancy. www.Séraphine.com

Silver Sense is extremely excited to announce that a new addition (and a world first!) will be joining their unique collection of baby and children’s wear. Wonder Onesies are the first ever onesies to be made from pure silver threads, ensuring they are not only the height of fashion but super comfy and cosy too. £39.00 at www.silversense.co.uk www.cherubsnet.com | cherubs 11

A ‘Royal’ Baby Gift List A list of baby essentials fit for a little Prince or Princess, the palatial nursery and the Royal parents...

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Little Grippers - Baby Socks £3-£10 littlegrippers.com

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Bibetta - Super-soft Dribble Bib £8.50 bibetta.com

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Helen Gordon - Organic Babygro £20.00 helengordon.co.uk

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Petit Exquisit - Duvets & Helen Gordon - Fairytale Mee-Go Sleep - Sleigh Cot Bed £349.00 Pillows From £34.50 Wallpaper £80.00 babyplanetonline.co.uk milk-and-honey.co.uk helengordon.co.uk

FIT FOR A DUCHESS Eden Tote Changing Bag The Duchess of Cambridge will continue to exude sophisticated chic with the ‘Eden’ changing bag. Price: £229

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Both from baby-beau .co.uk

Topsy Toesy - Leather Shoes £54.95-59.95 topsytoesy.co.uk

Milk and Honey - Baby Linen From £3.90 milk-and-honey.co.uk

FIT FOR A DUKE Kobe Messenger Changing Bag The Duke of Cambridge can’t go wrong with this ultimate changing bag for the modern man. Price: £170

Diptheria

Take the rough with the smooth! Careful carrying With its many ergonomically designed features, this backpack is the only bag officially endorsed by the Backcare Charity. Featuring a curved underside that helps to spread the load. Your child can make carrying their stuff to school more comfortable by using the side bracing straps to pull the load closer to the body. Prices from £25.00 Available from John Lewis.

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This luxurious Shea Mooti ‘Mama’ bath soak is a must after childbirth. A blend of Oatmeal, Burdock powder, Epsom Salts, Sea Salt and Shea Butter. It soothes sore perineal muscles, while antibacterial Witch hazel eases pain and promotes healing. Available from www. sheamooti.co.uk for £13.00

To WIN yours please visit www.cherubsnet.com

health

Keep your cherub healthy and happy this summer with our guide

Good with no junk! Aqua Zinger!

rinking water is great for your health, with the new Aqua Zinger from the Science Musuem Shop you will enjoy drinking water all day long. Create your own flavours and you will find yourself drinking more water than ever before! Available for £25.00 from sciencemuseumshop.co.uk

ith so many exciting activities to enjoy, your little ones will need to keep their energy levels topped up and the new range of Goodies foods (suitable from 12 months), all come with a No Junk Promise, so you can give them to your child safe in the knowledge that there are no unnecessary artificial nasties. Organix have lovingly created a range of organic wholegrain Number Jumble Cereals to give your toddler the best start to their day. Visit organix.com or visit Goodies Facebook page.

Win a whole load of Organix Goodies by visiting www.cherubsnet.com

DR MATT PICCAVER | GP

The Diphtheria-TetanusPertussis immunisation is one of the increasing number of immunisations we receive in the UK.

iphtheria is now a rare condition in the UK, so much so, that many doctors practising in the UK will never see it. There have only been a handful of cases over the past 20 years, and almost all in people returning from areas where it is much more common. Diphtheria causes an upper respiratory tract infection, something akin to a cold, caused by a toxin producing organism. It can cause a sore throat, and a membrane can grow across the top of the throat. Our lymph nodes enlarge, (people often call these “glands”), and swelling around the neck. Some people may carry the infection without knowing it. It takes anywhere up to five days to develop symptoms, and those who are not treated can continue to spread the infection for up to a month after. We catch it through droplets, so coughs, sneezes, snot and phlegm (glamourous job this!). The toxic chemical made by the Diphtheria bug can affect the nerves, heart and adrenal glands. This can cause death through heart failure and paralysis. People still die of diphtheria, particularly in the developing world, so we shouldn’t underestimate the importance of the vaccine programme. It’s a safe vaccine, with few side effects, but if you want to know more, ask your practice nurse.

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Delicious hot or cold meals Cakes & ice-cream Childrens’ playground Event planning for birthdays, wedding receptions etc

T: 01733 234493 E: ferrymeadowscafe@regmiandsons.co.uk www.regmiandsons.co.uk

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Deco Bottles

Born Free 3 pack Deco Bottles is the ideal bottle system for both breast feeding and formula feeding with its unique, patented, ActiveFlow leak-free venting system. The ActiveFlow venting technology is clinically designed to reduce gas and colic whilst the natural flow system means that baby controls the flow of milk similar to breast feeding. £13.50 from mothercare.co.uk

Fearne’s favourite!

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Pelvic floor myth!

new book The Kegel Legacy written by Barry Fowler poses the question to all women: Has your sex life become less enjoyable since you had children? Have you suffered from embarrassing leaks after childbirth? Childbirth can cause a lifetime of health problems and many women feel that the NHS recommended Kegel or pelvic floor exercises just do not work. Millions of women struggling to cope with embarrassment and discomfort have been kept unaware of a simple, effective self-help treatment. The Kegel Legacy unveils the clinical research behind the daily exercises that you should practice to achieve improvement in days, not weeks and makes the case for a wholesale reassessment of pelvic floor rehabilitation and the better promotion of pelvic floor exercises as a self-help treatment. The Kegel Legacy available on Amazon for £1.99 www.thekegellegacy.com

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Make cloth cool!

TotsBots are leading the way to making cloth cool! Choosing cloth nappies for your newborn not only protects the future of the environment, it will also save you money and provide baby with the ultimate comfort! Starting from £8.99 at www.totsbots.com

Thrupenny Bits, the brand behind the award winning portable breastfeeding cushion, is delighted to announce that it has a new celebrity follower! Fearne Cotton presenter and Radio 1 DJ, who has recently given birth to her first son Rex, is a huge fan of her Thrupenny Bits breastfeeding pillow and has recently given the product her seal of approval! Get 10% off using code CHERUBS. Prices start from £30.00 available from thrupennybits.co.uk

Win your Thrupenny Bits breastfeeding pillow at www.cherubsnet.com

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Whether you are awaiting your little one or already having sleepless nights, we have hints and tips galore

Complete peace of mind For parents looking for a video monitor following today’s trends. The complete coverage video monitor has a unique look, tilt feature and a helpful swivel design to accommodate multiple angles. A second handheld colour video monitor is included for added portability and parent convenience. £230 from www.argos.co.uk

Win yours on page 42!

Safe sleeping

Snuggle up

The Cot Wrap is a revolution in safe sleeping which is set to make quilted cot bumpers obsolete. Made from innovative Softbreathe fabric which babies can breathe right through, the clever design also uses velcro rather than dangerous ties to ensure the ultimate safety. £25.99 (2-sided) from safedreams.co.uk.

Snugglebundl are the creators of the world’s first ever baby lifting blanket! As parents, we all know how strenuous it can be when you are continuously lifting and manoeuvring your bundle of joy. This incredibly functional blanket makes getting your baby from A to B easy and it prevents disturbing them too, which can be a godsend in the early days! www.snugglebundl.co.uk for £39.99 www.cherubsnet.com | cherubs 15

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Easy Readers HelpingEveryChildtoRead.com was started by parents, for parents, and is sponsored by Morgan Learning Solutions. Helping Every Child to Read provides information about how to help children displaying dyslexia, auditory processing weakness, short-term memory deficit, reading-related stress, and more. The site has a huge resource bank of parent-rated programs, interventions, specialists, and research articles. In a community forum, parents can interact with one another and share their experiences. At live Q+A sessions with experts, parents can receive specialist advice for free. Join the conversation at HelpingEveryChildtoRead.com

learning We have some great ideas for your clever little ones to keep them interested in learning

Let’s roll This inflatable is the perfect size for your little cherubs to jump through or roll around in. £45 sciencemuseumshop.co.uk

Sweet dreams

he ewan Snuggly® has been expertly designed using extremely soft plush for the body and silky fabric for ewan’s signature purple legs. With added features such as knotted legs for little fingers to explore and a Velcro tail to secure a tummy or teether, the ewan snuggly® will soon become baby’s favourite bedtime buddy! £9.99 from sweetdreamers.co.uk

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Create natureinspired greeting cards, gift tags and bookmarks with this top-quality wooden flower press set. Includes cards, tags, envelopes, watercolour paints and flower press10x10cm. Age 6 and above. £14.99 from www.brightminds.co.uk

Interactive play

idaYum is a brand new exciting company that has created a new interactive world of play and learning for teaching our children everyday life. They have created 300 new characters in 22 mystical worlds that form ‘ The World of Yum’. VidaYum has started a movement towards education being fun at home and in school, in a way that is meaningful, engaging and in a language all children understand. Their interactive games teach children through exploration, decision making and fun. By addressing the issues of health and wellness through digital entertainment, they create a positive difference in an educational manner. They focus on Bullying, Diabetes, Obesity and of course their company ethos of Nutrition, Activity, Nature and Family. www.vidayum.co.uk

Doodle Global place Garden mat This book answers Makes waiting for your food so much more bearable! A cool paper placemat to doodle and colour. £3.99

all sorts of great questions, perfect for inquiring minds. Find out through all sorts of tabs and flaps about all the plants we cannot do without. £12.99 from pookieandpeach.com

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Wrapped around your little finger ALICE BRYAN | FASHIONBEAUTYANDSTYLE

aking rings is incredibly easy and quick! It’s also pretty darn fun, not to mention cheap. So, I decided to delve into my craft box and show you a popular DIY of mine for my first craft post. Firstly, decide what centrepiece take your fancy. I found this gorgeous brooch on eBay and I just had to have it. Beatrix Potter was always a childhood favourite of mine so this unique Jemima Puddle-duck piece definitely had my name on. I also saw this teeny-tiny Coco Chanel perfume bottle sold as supplies for dolls house miniatures and I knew it would look just fabulous on my fingers. Then just grab some rings blanks, and a strong craft glue. All you have to do now is simply dab the glue onto the ring and hold the centrepiece into place until secure and leave to dry. Then that is it, you’re all done. You are now the owner, and creator, of two gorgeous rings within a matter of minutes. Cute and original. What do you think? This is such a quick project and they make great novelty gifts (if you can bear to part with them!) If you want to source some other fun miniatures yourselves try checking out dolls house supplies as there are so many options and they are the perfect dimensions for rings! You can literally make anything into a ring; brooches, buttons, coins, sweets, you name it. You see something you like, stick a ring on it, and show it off to the world. We all know the famous ‘saying’*, “If you like it, then you should have put a ring on it”. I hope you try them. Tweet me your pictures if you do, I’d love to see them! *Yes, a Beyoncé lyric is a saying. That girl speaks so much sense.

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De stress and get fit!

reestyle Karate offers fun and disciplined classes, where you can train as a family or use it for a stress relieving evening. Classes are structured around a syllabus that teaches you how to kick, punch, block and spar in a disciplined and respectful way. Grade for your coloured belts and aim for your black belt or just go and enjoy getting fit and having fun. For more information: www.rileyswarriors.co.uk or call Gail 07855 126463 or Joe 07855 455105.

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A career in childcare!

stablished in 2005 Riverside Training Company is a Cache accredited training centre. Riverside Training is a specialist childcare training company, with over 20 years’ experience of delivering qualifications to many employees including childcare workers, teaching assistants, administration staff and managers in the workplace. All the members of staff have a considerable amount of experience of delivering relevant qualifications to customer service personnel, business administrators, early year’s practitioners, teaching assistants and managers in various settings. Between them our staff have accumulated many years’ experience of working, assessing and delivering courses and qualifications within the sector in the areas of customer service, business administration, early years, teaching assistants, child-minder’s and management They offer accredited childcare training courses, specialist sessions and workshops delivered by highly experienced trainers and professionals. Courses are offered year-round in classroom, training venue and by internet E-Learning from the comfort of your own home. For more information please visit www.riversidetrainingspalding.co.uk and please mention Cherubs!

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Best foot forward ALICE BRYAN | FASHIONBEAUTYANDSTYLE.WORDPRESS.COM

our poor feet. They’ve supported you through the good times, walking around the endless stores while you get your fashion fix, the bad times, when you storm off in a bad mood stomping around the house, the hard times, as you attempt the 5k run around the local field, and the drunk times, when you’ve stupidly decided to cram your hooves into ridiculously high heels.

Summer feet tips: First and foremost: Hygiene.

Pretty simple, wash and soak your feet with a bristle brush in warm soapy water regularly (every day). This will soften the skin and combat the bacteria which causes foot odour. Make sure to dry them thoroughly, especially in-between your toes, and only put your feet inside shoes or socks when dry. You can use body powders or foot powders to keep the sweat away from the feet. With 250,000 sweat glands in your feet, it is no surprise that they sweat more than other parts of the body.

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to your heels whilst avoiding in-between the toes. Look for balms or heel creams containing salicylic acid, urea, petrolatum, an emollient, or a humectant such as lactic acid, which draws moisture into the skin and softens tough calluses.

Nails

Priority attention with all feet should be the toenails. If shabby and unkempt they are unsightly. Keep them trimmed regularly as overly long toenails are prone to getting caught on things and fungus can build up under the nail, infecting the nail itself. The leading cause of hangnails and ingrown toenails is clumsy nail trimming. Use toenail clippers to keep them short and file down rough edges. File nails into a shape that mirrors the curve of your nail base.

Decoration

Foot chains, anklets and toe rings are making a come-back in the fashion arena. Accessorize your trotters will some cool designs, from simple to flamboyant, there are loads of options to make you feet feel elegant and regal.

Smoothness

Hard skin forms due to overloading and pressure areas. If you have hard skin on your feet, gently remove it with a pumice stone, foot file or Ped Egg on damp heels and calluses and it will ensure that your feet look utterly gorgeous in your new sling-backs. Foot files gently remove the thickened skin and leave it feeling soft and smooth, while moisturising foot scrubs made from botanicals such as crushed fruit stones, sugar or chemical exfoliates also help remove dead skin.

Hydration

After you scrub, and only where your feet are completely dry, apply a rich moisturising foot cream or balm containing shea butter or cocoa butter all over your feet paying particular attention

Get envious!

umpreneur Sandra Cull is delighted to announce the launch of her internet-based company ‘Looks of Envy’ . The website is inspired by busy mums simply not having the time to pound the high street to try and find the perfect jewellery to finish off an outfit. Looks of Envy is committed to offering beautiful ‘looks’ to give ladies the inspiration and confidence to wear statement accessories. www.looksofenvy.com

Stop the sneeze!

ummer hopefully means long sunny days and clear blue skies, but for some it means the start of allergy season, sneezing and itchy eyes! For those that fall into the latter category there is some good news however in the form of new research that shows adding an unusual food supplement to your diet could dramatically help reduce allergy symptoms… Chlorella, the fresh water algae, acts as ‘an anti-allergic dietary agent by suppressing histamine release’. This means that hay fever suffers could reduce their reliance on antihistamine drugs by adding a chlorella supplement to their diets. There’s no need to go fishing in your local pond as leading natural health food experts Naturya sell a powdered chlorella supplement that can be added to smoothies, juice or even salads. For more information, visit www.naturya.com

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Perfect pressies!

idaYum memberships make the most thoughtful gifts for children. Every new month they receive the best gift of all, their very own digital library packed full of ebooks, videos and games! Normal RRP £4.99 per month, use coupon code: cherub001 and pay just £3.99 per month. vidayum.co.uk

Picnic Party! Fun at the farm

Sacrewell Farm is a great option for your child’s party, with a fantastic function room as well as all the fun of the farm! They also offer an enchanted woodland treasure hunt with a gift for every child. For more information, visit sacrewell.org.uk and mention Cherubs!

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Time for an aMaze-ing party!

f you are looking for an original party idea then look no further than Maze in Maize in Spalding. If your little cherub loves the outdoors then this is the place for them and this year’s theme is Doctor Who! The Spalding Maize in Maze is one of the largest Mazes in the UK and has lots of great entertainment for the family; Giant Games, Mini Mazes, Pharaohs Pyramid, Pedal Gokarts and Adventure Play Area. Forget pass the parcel, you can hide presents within the Maze and set them off on a treasure trail to find the prizes. This venue is sure to keep them entertained and is only 30 minutes from Peterborough. Maze in Maize is open from 27th July until 22nd September. To book, please call 07774 764484 or visit mazeinmaize.co.uk and please mention Cherubs.

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It’s time to celebrate... make sure you’re little cherubs’ party goes with a bang!

Get Arty!

rganising and hosting children’s parties can be exhausting. One of the biggest challenges is often deciding how to occupy the energetic guests! Eggnogg’s Colour-in Parties are a great way to keep children entertained whilst helping develop their artistic flair through colour. With a range of inspired colour-in party pieces, Eggnogg can help children’s creativity flow before, during and longafter the party celebration. www.eggnogg.co.uk

A nice idea for a party on a budget is to arrange a party picnic! Ask guests to bring a picnic blanket and you can supply the food and the games. A great money saving option as there is no venue hire. Locally, Ferry Meadows is a great option (neneparktrust.org.uk) and while you are there you can grab cakes or ice creams from Ferry Meadows Café. www.regmiandsons.co.uk

Delicious party bags Children and parents love these alternative eco friendly Personalised Party Bags which contain a choice of our Belgium Double Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix or delicious Rich Shortbread Biscuit Mix and come with full instructions to bake at home. The mixes are presented in stylish boxes (made from recycled board) with your choice of themed labels which include the party child’s name. www.katie-bakes.co.uk

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Sports mad!

Good for Woodston Primary School… again!

Hampton Hargate Primary children have been busy with lots of sporting activities recently and have achieved some excellent results.

upils and staff at Woodston Primary School have been celebrating after being rated good across the board for the third time and outstanding when it comes to the behaviour and safety of children. As a school which prides itself on offering a safe and happy environment for pupils to learn in, Woodston Primary School’s recent Ofsted report does not disagree. Inspectors graded the school good in all areas saying that “excellent relationships are the cornerstone of the outstanding behaviour in this inclusive school where pupils feel safe and secure”. The report states that pupils are proud of their school and quotes the pupils themselves who said “there are always kind people to help us”. The report said: “Teaching is good, with many opportunities for pupils to develop their thinking and creativity.” The Ofsted report in full is available at www.ofsted.gov.uk

ongratulations to the cricket teams who have played in an inter schools Kwik Cricket Tournament recently. The boys came second in their heat and they are through to the County Finals which will take place later this term. The girls also did very well and qualified for the County Finals. Hampton Hargate are also Peterborough Swimming Gala Champions! On 23rd May, a team of 16 swimmers represented the school at the Peterborough Primary School Swimming Gala. Eleven schools participated and with fantastic swimming from Hampton Hargate pupils, they came away as winners. Mr Godfrey said the team were fantastic!

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Local Teacher Shortlisted for National Award

All the local news and action from the schools in your area!

Pupils are awarded for their sustainable vehicle designs at the Green Festival Pupils from across the city were set the task of designing a sustainable vehicle as part of a competition set by the sponsors of this year’s Green Festival, Ringway.

ver 100 pupils from Thorpe Primary School, The Kings School, Matley Primary School, St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School and Longthorpe Primary School submitted their entries for a new sustainable vehicle for the city. Submissions included a solar powered bus which swept the streets as it moved along, an eco bus made from recycled cans and powered by solar panels, and a Flower Power machine which ran on flowers. Overall, 122 entries to the competition were received and the winners were decided by a panel of Ringway and Peterborough Environment City Trust staff. Several prizes were awarded in each age group including: * Key Stage 1 – Winner – Safaa Kujani and 2 runners up Haider Karim and Sumehra Rowza * Key Stage 2 – Winner – Adam Bell and 2 runners up Liam Unalkat and Arvindar Bhatti * Reception – Joint winners - Ella-Rose Bellamy and Eliza McMullan For more information about the Eco Awards or Environmental Education please contact Jill Foster at PECT – telephone (01733) 866440; email: jill.foster@pect.org.uk

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ene Park Academy teacher Julie Lewin has been shortlisted in the prestigious Times Educational Supplement awards. Julie was nominated in the Inspirational Teacher category and beat entries from all over the UK to make the shortlist. Julie has worked with students with additional needs throughout her career and founded the ERP (Enhanced Resource Provision) at the Nene Park Academy to provide access to mainstream education for youngsters with autism. Through her personal family experience of autism, Julie understands how to motivate and engage autistic students – with the firm aim of keeping them in mainstream education. Through her creativity and treatment of each student as an individual and her ability to identify motivating factors, she is able to help them achieve more than they or their families thought possible.

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Keep your little Cherubs busy with our family guide including attractions, heritage events and clubs & groups!

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Our list of the biggest and best attractions to keep your cherubs entertained this summer! Hamerton Zoo Park Hamerton, Nr Sawtry, PE28 5RE T: 01832 293362 E: oﬃce@hamertonzoopark.com www.hamertonzoopark.com Hamerton Zoo Park opened in 1990 and is set in 25 acres of beautiful countryside. They specialise in rare, endangered and unusual animals, some you may never have heard of!

The Raptor Foundation Woodhurst, PE28 3BT T: 01487 741140 E: info@raptorfoundation.org.uk www.raptorfoundation.org.uk A bird of prey sanctuary and hospital. It is a unique and exciting place for children and adults alike to meet and learn about owls, falcons, hawks and buzzards in a 30 acre site. 10th August - Twilight Flying Including BBQ. Starts 7pm. 14th August - Photo Day

Sacrewell Farm and Country Centre Thornhaugh, PE8 6HJ

T: 01780 782254 E: info@sacrewell.org.uk www.sacrewell.org.uk Whether you visit for the day or stay on our charming campsite, we guarantee you’ll find plenty to entertain the whole family whatever the weather! Feed the friendly animals, hop on the bumpy tractor ride, or discover our Timeline Barn where you can try on some historic costumes, hunt for eggs in the hay and dig for buried treasure. July 20th & 21st - Miniature Steam Rally July 20th to September 3rd Summer Fun! 3rd August - Family Fun Pet Day 18th August - Teddy Bears’ Adventure Picnic 14th & 15th September Country Life and Shire Horse Show

Imperial War Museum Duxford, CB22 4QR T: 01223 835 000 E: duxford@iwm.org.uk

www.iwm.org.uk IWM Duxford is set within the spacious grounds of the famous former First and Second World War airfield. Lose yourself for a whole day wandering under and around some of the most iconic aircraft and get hands-on with our award-winning interactive exhibitions. IWM Duxford is home to an impressive collection of over two hundred aircraft as well as tanks, military vehicles and boats. 20th July - The Grand Tour 19th June & 24th July - South Side Tour: Duxford Through Time 24th July to 2nd September - Summer Family Activities 28th July - Spitfires, Merlins and Motors Selected dates between 29th June & 4th September - North Side Tour 11th August - Animals in War 28th August - Formula One Test Day

Railworld Oundle Road, PE2 9NR T: 01733 344240 E: info@railworld.net www.railworld.net Railworld is a Transport Centre and Wildlife Haven based on

two sides of the River Nene in Peterborough. We are a place to discover transport heritage, environmental technology and biodiversity.

Museum of Cambridge 2/3 Castle Street, CB3 0AQ T: 01223 355159 E: info@folkmuseum.org.uk www.folkmuseum.org.uk The Folk Museum was set up in 1936 by leading members of the town and university with the aim ‘to interest the ordinary citizen in aspects of local social life which were fast disappearing in Cambridgeshire’, an ethos which is still held today. The museum is housed in a 17thcentury building, which was formerly the White Horse Inn for 300 years.

Parkside Pools Gonville Pl, Cambridge CB1 1LY T: 01223 446100 www.cambridge.gov.uk/ parkside-pools The Parkside complex has three pools: an eight-lane competition-standard swimming pool 25 metres long; a teaching and diving pool with a movable floor ; a children’s leisure pool. Parkside also has two flume rides: one single, and

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Cherry Hinton Water Play Area Cherry Hinton Hall, CB1 8DW T: 01223 213352 www.cambridge.gov.uk These two small paddling pools can be found in the grounds of Cherry Hinton Hall. The water shelves gently to a maximum depth of 0.4 metres, and the pools are fenced in for safety. The pool is open every day until Sunday 8 September.

Jesus Green Pool T: 01223 457000 E: enquiries@cambridge.gov.uk www.cambridge.gov.uk Jesus Green pool is around 91 metres long, and it ranges from 1.2 to 2.5 metres in depth. Separate changing and shower facilities are available, with a basket room for clothes storage. There are plenty of grassed and paved areas for sunbathing. The pool is surrounded by mature trees that act as a wind-break.

Peterborough Lido Bishops Road, PE1 1YY T: 01733 864761 vivacity-peterborough.com/ venues/peterborough-lido The Lido offers three heated outdoor swimming pools, large

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sun-bathing terraces, a large grass lawn and playground – with hot and cold food available from the new onsite café and eating area, the Lido is the perfect venue for a fun family day out.

Deepings Leisure Centre Park Road, Deeping St James, Peterborough, PE6 8NF T: 01778 344072 www.harpersfitness.co.uk/ deepings-leisure-centre Centred in the heart of the community, your local Leisure Centre offers something for everyone. During the day the neighbouring school has access to the facilities, which include the swimming pool and sports halls. When the school day is over the facilities are available for the entire community. Children’s Holiday Play Schemes for ages 8 and over From only £12 per day, supervised activities include swimming, team games and multi sports. Contact reception for availability and booking information.

Activity World Padholme Road East, PE1 5XH T: 01733 558774 E: info@activityworld.co.uk www.activityworld.co.uk

Activity World’s large framework of play area, which is for children up to a height limit of 1.5m, houses a variety of exciting play equipment such as “The Drop Slide”, The Giant Spiral slide”, The Giant Hamster Wheel” and the unique “Spiders Web Tangle Tower”.

Centre is the area’s children’s play and activity centre for 0 to 11 year olds. Play2Day has provided great times for children, and their families for over 10 years. There’s plenty of com-fortable seating and a cafe serving a wide range of hot and cold meals and snacks.

Big Sky Adventure Play

Houghton Mill

24-25 Wainman Rd, PE2 7BU T: 01733 390810 www.bigsky.co.uk Peterborough’s Premier Adventure Play Centre. For a fantastic day out for all the family whatever the weather, you need look no further. Includes a play area, KING KONG climbing wall, SKYRIDER, KART TRACK featuring PEDAL GO-KARTS, RAZOR RIP RIDERS, trampolines and bouncy castle.

Houghton, PE28 2AZ T: 01480 301494 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ houghton-mill Set in an idyllic village location on an island on the Great Ouse River, Houghton Mill has inspired artists and photographers for generations. Come and experience the sound and atmosphere of a traditional working mill, have a go at making flour or lose yourself in the tranquillity of the riverside setting.

Cheeky Monkeys Play Barn Fulbourn, CB21 5HR T: 01223 881658 www.cheekymonkeysltd.co.uk Cheeky Monkeys is a family-run business set in the breathtaking grounds of Chaplins Farm. The farm has been in the Chaplin family for 200 years and has witnessed numerous changes over the decades. Cheeky Monkeys was set up seven years ago by Melanie and Miles Chaplin. Having two small children they realised there was a shortage of quality indoor and outdoor play facilities with high standards of cleanliness, friendly staff and fresh, wholesome food.

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Treasures of South Cambridge Trail

www.treasuretrails.co.uk Treasure Trails create fun and unique ways for you to get outside and explore the old favorite and off the beaten track places of our beautiful County. An easy to follow route will take you to the most interesting and beautiful sights and along the way you will answer clues to solve a mystery.

Nene Valley Railway Stibbington, PE8 6LR T: 01780 784444 www.nvr.org.uk Nene Valley Railway is a heritage railway that offers a family day out but is no mere manufactured visitor attrac-tion as the preserved railway uses part of the original London and North Western

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Ham Lane, PE2 5UU T: 01733 234193 E: visitor.services@ neneparktrust.org.uk www.neneparktrust.org.uk Ferry Meadows Country Park is at the heart of Nene Park. Its lakes, meadows, woodlands and riverside make it a favourite destination all year round.

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1st August - Tree Climbing Demonstration Learn how our Rangers care for the trees growing in Ferry Meadows. The Tree Doctor will be on hand to answer your questions and children can have a go at using ropes and har-nesses to climb our mature Elm trees. Age/ size restriction on climbing. Children must fit harness! 2nd & 16th August - Pond Dipping What creatures are lurking in the waters of Ferry Meadows? Join Education Officer Anna Thompson to hunt for mini beasts living in the ponds of Ferry Meadows and learn about their strange lifecycles and weird eating habits! 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th August - Wild Wednesday Children and adults are welcome to come along and join in some seasonal and wild crafts. 8th August - Owls & their Bowels Become a diet detective and discover the tiny mammal bones hidden inside owl pellets. With Event Leader Claire Stevenson. 9th & 30th August - Mini Beast Safari No Lions or Tigers to be found on this Safari but you will be surprised to find how many mini beasts live in the woods of Ferry Meadows! Join Education officer Anna Thompson on a mini safari to track them down and find out about their lives.

14th August - Bat Walk Join park rangers and members of the Cambs bat group for an informative presentation on bats and then a walk in the park to try and discover the bats that call ferry meadows home. Wear clothing suitable for the weather, the park can be chilly after dusk. You may like to bring a torch or bat detector if you have one. 15th August - Guided walk with a Ranger Join Ian Lowe for a walk around Ferry Meadows & surrounding area, showing you points of interest & answering any questions you may have along the way. Suitable footwear & bring a bottle of water. 22nd August - Teddy Bears Picnic Come along to Ferry Meadows and enjoy a picnic with Barney the bear and a Ranger. 23rd August - Fire & Friction Come and have a go making fire by using natural materials, with Ranger David Linscott. 29th August - Wild Food Forage Get tips on foraging and identify wild food on this walk with Event Leader David Radley 29th August - Beginners Photography Join Ranger Ashley Wheal for a beginners course and learn some top tips. The event is inside and to get the most out of this course, please bring your own camera.

Welney. Nr. Wisbech. PE14 9TN T: 01353 860711 E: info.welney@wwt.org.uk www.wwt.org.uk/visit/welney Welney, in Norfolk, takes in 1,000 acres of the northernmost part of the Ouse Washes – Britain’s larg-est area of seasonally-flooded land and the setting for one of the most magical events in the UK’s na-ture calendar - mass winter gatherings of many thousands of wild ducks, geese and swans. 18th July - Dragonfly walk 5th August - Wildflower walk

National Dragonfly Project Wicken, Ely, CB7 5XP T: 01353 720274 www.dragonflyproject.org.uk We currently run Dragonfly Safaris, Dragonfly Courses, Talks, Walks and Drop-in Weekends across the country. Our work has resulted in a considerable rise in the number of people committed to dragonflies in the UK, and increased membership in our partner organization, the British Dragonfly Society.

Woburn Safari Park Woburn Park, MK17 9QN T: 01525 290407 E: info@woburnsafari.co.uk www.woburn.co.uk/safari For a day packed with animal encounters and wonderful wildlife, visit Woburn with over 80 species of an-imals including lions, tigers and bears. Today it is an award winning attraction which makes a valuable contribution to conservation. Most of all, it is a place where families can enjoy being together and seeing animals in a beautiful environment. We hope that you enjoy your visit.

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line from Northamptonshire into the Cathederal city of Peterborough, encompassing the stations of Yarwell, Wansford, Ferry Meadows (Nene Park) and Orton Mere. 20th July - Come and spend a day on the Nene Valley Railway as we support the Help for Heroes charity. 27th & 28th July - Transport Weekend 17th & 18th August Children’s TPO Weekend

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17th July - Walk in the Woods Learn about bluebell and lynch plantation on a guided walk with ranger Gary Mason. 19th July - Discovering Butterflies Join ranger Ashley Wheal for an illustrated talk in the Visitor Centre, followed by a walk in the park to find and identify some of our butterflies. If you are very lucky you may see a rare one bring your binoculars! 21st July - Pond Dipping What creatures are lurking in the waters of Ferry Meadows? Join Education Officer Anna Thompson to hunt for mini beasts living in the ponds of Ferry Meadows and learn about their strange lifecycles and weird eating habits! 25th July to Sunday 2nd September - Summer Trail Collect a trail sheet from the visitor centre and return to claim your prize. 30th July - Teddy Bears Picnic Come along to Ferry Meadows and enjoy a picnic with Barney the Bear and a Ranger. Walk may include a ride on the train but not guaranteed. Will include a short walk around Ferry Meadows. Please bring your own picnic. Maximum age 5 years, no dogs. 31st July - Wild Wednesday Children and adults are welcome to come along and join in some seasonal and wild crafts.

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cherubs Hills just south of Cambridge, Wandlebury is a welcome re-treat for walkers and nature lovers. With 110 acres (40 ha) of beautiful woods and chalk grassland, the remains of a 5th Century BC Iron Age Hill Fort (a Scheduled Ancient Monument), walks over some 8 miles (12 km) of meandering footpaths - Wandle-bury with its unhurried space offers a great experience for all ages!

Cambridge University Botanic Garden 1 Brookside, Cambridge. CB2 1JE T: 01223 336265 www.botanic.cam.ac.uk The Cambridge University Botanic Garden where you can discover plants from all over the world in 40 acres of beautiful gardens and glasshouses. 3rd August - Magic Brick Tree Discover the story of The Magic Brick Tree and join in with our modelling workshop where you will dis-cover how to make your own magical characters.

Thurleigh Farm Centre 24th August - Elephant BBQ This August, you can get extra close to the largest residents of Woburn Safari Park with a special event dedicated to our elephant herd. 25th August - Sunset Safari This summer, Woburn Safari Park opens its gates for an extra special evening of family entertainment. Get exclusive after-hours access to the park and discover a magical evening of animal encounters.

31st August - Save the Rhino VIP Tour + Fundraising Event Woburn Safari Park is holding a very special event on the 31st of August in aid of Save the Rhino’s ‘Stop Poaching Now’ campaign.

Wandlebury Country Park Babraham, CB22 3AE T: 01223 243830 www.cambridgeppf.org On the gentle Gog Magog

Cross End, Thurleigh, MK44 2EE T: 01234 771597 thurleighfarmcentre.co.uk Challenged with keeping the kids amused over the summer holidays yet not ending up broke? Then the team at Thurleigh Farm Centre should be well placed to help. Over the summer, Thurleigh Farm Centre will be running its usual activities such as the Fire Engine, Ponies, Tractor Trailer rides and animal feeding sessions. There will also be lots of adventures up in the Wacky Woods with interactive story-

Barnwell Country Park and Fermyn Woods Peterborough, PE8 5PB T: 01832 273435 E: barnwell@northamptonshire.gov.uk AS well as being great places to enjoy the outdoors with their rich wildlife, fishing lakes and superb children’s play areas Barnwell and Fermyn Woods Country Parks are putting on a range of events this summer: 17th August - Heartbreak Productions Open Air Theatre are returning to Barnwell Country Park this year with ‘Romeo and Juliet’ commencing at 7.30pm. 18th August - Calling all wannabe Cowboys and Indians. Discover the real Wild West with lots of games and activities for children and adults too! And during the Summer holidays we will be running ‘Wildlife Wednesdays’. Ranger led Pond-Dipping or Mini Beast Safari half hourly sessions at Fermyn Woods from 1112.30pm and 1.30-3pm and Pond-dipping half-hourly sessions at Barnwell Country Park from 11-1pm. Sessions are £2 per child. Please purchase tickets from the café on the day at Fermyn and directly from the Ranger at Barnwell. There are also dog shows, photography courses and finally don’t forget that the country parks now provide a variety of environmentally themed birthday party packages.

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telling. Each week a different story will be recanted and tales will include “The Gruffalo”, “The Three Little Pigs” and “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt”. 25th July – 5th September Summertime Fun An action-packed holiday schedule of indoor/outdoor play, interactive story telling plus a different themed activity each week such as Pirate Mania, Kids Olympics, Dinosaurs & Fossils & more! Plus the return of Chris Welbourn from “Tropical Encounters” every Thursday with his entourage of exotic critters and pygmy hedgehogs. Visit for the day or consider taking out a three month membership and make your summer holidays fly!

Andronica’s Ceramics Studio Peterborough Garden Park, Eye T: 02077 494791 studiocafepeterborough.com Andronicas Ceramics Studio is a paint your own pottery style studio based in Peterborough Garden Park. With our huge range of pottery we are able to provide an airy and chilled out environment to let out your inner artist.

Rainbow Crazy Ceramic Cafe Whittlesey, PE7 1BD T: 01733 202019 E: rainbowcrazy76@gmail.com www.rainbowcrazy.co.uk Rainbow Crazy Ceramic Cafe is a magical place where dreams can come true. Find all your amazing pieces of pottery and let your creative side run wild. Suitable for all ages!

cherubs 17 Broad Street, Ely, CB7 4AJ T: 01353 663618 E: info@CrackPotsArt.com CrackPots, in the heart of the Cathedral city of Ely, is a ceramic arts experience for families and friends, adults and children of all ages to enjoy.

Skylark Maize Maze and Funyard Wimblington. March. PE15 0PE T: 01354 741212 www.skylarkmaizemaze.co.uk Cambridgeshire’s largest maize maze and funyard. Fun for the whole family! Monkey maze, obstacle course, bouncy castles, go karts, tractor rides, football shootout, mega slide, zip wire and pig racing.

ZSL Whipsnade Zoo Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 2LF T: 0844 225 1826 zsl.org/zsl-whipsnade-zoo ZSL Whipsnade Zoo is a big day out. Explore the sights, smells and sounds of the UK’S biggest Zoo and meet some of the biggest animals.

Birds of Prey and Conservation Centre Old Warden Park, SG18 9EA T: 01767 627527 E: falconry.centre@virgin.net www.birdsofpreycentre.co.uk Birds of Prey and Conservation Centre One of the UK’s Largest Bird of Prey Centres, with over 200 birds and displays throughout the day it’s a fascinating trip for kids. After each flying display there will be the opportunity to handle some of the owls!

skirts of Bedford you will find Bedford’s own indoor tropical paradise the Oasis. We are the pool with a difference! WAVES! FLUMES! BUBBLES! WATER CANNON! WATER MUSHROOM! And in the summer: OUTDOOR RAPIDS!

Jubilee Play Centre Biggleswade, SG18 9EP T:01767 627927 www.shuttleworth.org The Shuttleworth Trust is home to one of the first Play Research & Resource Centres into Childrens Play of this type in the United Kingdom. On the newly developed site at Shuttleworth are special “High Activity” units for older children. Much of the play equipment has been designed for “inclusive play” to provide play opportunities for children whatever their physical abilities. 20th & 21st July - Model Flying Weekend 28th July - Flying Day - Wings & Wheels 18th August - 60s Music Festival

Bewilderwood Wroxham, Norfolk, NR12 8JW T: 01692 633033 www.bewilderwood.co.uk BeWILDerwood is a wild and imaginative adventure park with magical treehouses and a hint of intriguing characters, bringing a curious difference to the Norfolk Broads. Parents are encouraged to play along-ide their children, which makes for a fabulous and brilliantly exciting day out for the whole family!

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Bedford, Mk42 0BZ T: 01234 272100 E: oasis@bedford.gov.uk Far away from crowded cities is a place where a tropical paradise awaits you and your family. Located on the out

Hammer Hill, Bedford, MK45 3BH www.bedfordmes.co.uk Summerfields’ Miniature Railways system, which is located approximately half-way between Hitchin in Hertfordshire and Bedford. The

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Bring your family to Stay Play Explore from £109 T: 0844 888 5181 www.stayplayexplore.co.uk Choose a fantastic short break for a family of four, offering savings up to 66%, and enjoy top class attractions in and around Leicestershire. Stay Play Explore Family Fun Offers a choice of 3 of 5 world-class attractions (National Space Centre, Conkers, Bosworth Battlefield, Twinlakes, Snibston) and a night’s B&B at a 3/4 star hotel with swimming pool for £109. Stay Play Explore Family Adventure Experience 3 of 5 exciting activities with 4 star accommodation at Hinckley Island or Hilton East Midlands for £109. Cycle hire, tobogganing, outdoor land and water activities, bowling, bush craft, woodland skills or orienteering. Stay Play Explore Theme Parks For £159, stay at Hilton East Midlands or Burleigh Court and visit two theme parks: Drayton Manor and either Twinlakes or Wheelgate. railways (there are three track sys-tems at the Summerfields’ site) are a popular visitor destination for children and parents alike.

RSPB Nature Reserve The Lodge, Sandy, SG19 2DL T: 01767 680541 E: thelodgereserve@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk The Lodge nature reserve opened in 1961. The woodland, heath and acid grassland along the Greensand Ridge cover 180 hectares, and are being restored to form the largest stretch of heathland in Bedfordshire.

Hoo Hill Maze Hitchin Road, Steﬀord, SG17 5JD T: 01462 813475 E: sheﬀordmaze@hotmail.com www.hoohillmaze.co.uk Hoo Hill Maze is set in privately owned grounds within a small, secluded orchard. The Maze itself measures 30 metres square, and 2 metres high, with a 6 metre square centre. It was designed and planted in the summer of 1983 by the owner, John Brindle, using 1000 Golden Leylandii saplings.

Dinosaur Adventure Park Lenwade, Norfolk, NR9 5JW T: 01603 876310 dinosauradventure.co.uk

Come face to face with giants of the past on our dinosaur trail. Discover the lost world maze and meet creatures in the Secret Animal Garden. 13th July - Dino’s at Night Join us for an evening of fun in the unique atmosphere of the park at dusk! With special activities, BBQ and entertainment. 10th to 18th August - Bug week Join us for our ever-popular Bug Week, with lots of animal handling and hands-on activities for all those who dare!

Pettitts Adventure Park Reedham, Norfolk, NR13 3UA T: 01493 700094 pettittsadventurepark.co.uk When in Norfolk come and spend the day, not a fortune, at Pettitts Animal Adventure Park, ReedhamEvery day of the week throughout the 2013 season there are live shows with bubbly Bingo the Clown and Maxi Mouse: 12.00 pm - Bingo’s Educational “Who’s at the Zoo” Animal Show 1.30 pm - Big Bubble Show with Bingo the Clown 3.00 pm - Maxi and Bingo Magic and Song Show

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Boston, PE22 8PP T: 0871 384 1130 E: admin@parrotzoo.com www.parrotzoo.com Visit the Parrot Zoo and enjoy an amazing day full of animals, set within 15 acres of gardens and newly planted wood-land. The Parrot Zoo is now the UK’s largest collection of parrots with nearly 2000 birds covering over 100 species, but there’s not just parrots here, you will also see Marmosets, Meerkats, Lemurs, Giant Tortoises, Snakes, Kookaburras and many more.

Stamford, PE9 2DL T: 01780 763203 www.stamfordartscentre.com 7th August - Big it Up Sculpture Workshop. 10am-12.30pm and/or 2pm4.30pm Come and help us create larger than life recycled sculptures. Ages 6-10 years. 16th August - Willow Dragonflies! You will make a wonderful dragonfly from willow with experienced tutor Sue Kirk. This workshop is aimed at participants 10 years plus. Sessions at 10am-12noon, 12.30pm-2.30pm & 3pm - 5pm. 23rd August - Pirate Creative Day, with Liz Paige These action packed sessions will include craft, drama and stories all on a pirate theme! Ages 6-10 years. 10am to 12.30pm/ 1.30pm to 4pm. 27th & 28th August - War of Words! A two day word play workshop with poet & teacher Darren Rawnsley. Ages 8 to 14 years. 10am - 4pm. 30th August - Panto Singing & Play MakingCome to the Arts Centre for a whole day and drama and singing. Ages 6 to 10 years – £17. 10am-4pm 19th to 22nd August - Zest’s Summer Challenge Interested in acting, writing, directing, and producing? Then join us for this year’s Summer Challenge! 10am – 4pm. E: info@banhamzoo.co.uk www.banhamzoo.co.uk Banham Zoo is a privately owned 50-acre zoo in Banham, Norfolk, England, UK, home to over 2000 animals.

Colchester Zoo Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SL T: 01206 331292 www.colchester-zoo.com Colchester Zoo is a zoological garden situated in Colchester, England. The zoo opened in 1963. It re-ceived 801,643 visits in 2011. It is home to many rare and endangered species, including big cats, primates and birds.

Deer Safari at Snettisham Park Snettisham, PE31 7NG T: 01485 542425 E: info@snettishampark.co.uk www.snettishampark.co.uk Snettisham Park is a 329 acre working farm where you can take a 45 minute deer safari to meet our magnificent red deer herd. You can bottle feed lambs or walk one of our 3 trails as well as enjoying light refreshments in our newly opened visitor centre sitting on the terrace with views out over our delightful cattle and sheep pastures.

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Stamford Leisure Pool Stamford, PE91UZ T: 01780 765522 www.harpersfitness.co.uk Huge family swimming pool with 25 metre lane swimming pool which caters for all levels of swimmers. Fully equipped gym including free weight area. We run aquatone and aquafit water aerobic classes.

T: 01263 510 741 www.amazonazoo.co.uk AmazonaZOO has taken 2 years to emerge from 10 acres of derelict woodland and the abandoned brick kilns. Home to a wide range of animals from Tropical South America including Jaguar, Otters, Spider Monkeys and Flamingos.

bardolph.co.uk Church Farm is in Stow Bardolph, just off the A10, North of Downham Market, 10 miles South of King’s Lynn and 15 miles North of Ely. Make friends with a wide variety of tame animals and experience all their young at close quarters throughout the season.

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Hoveton, Norwich, NR12 8QU T: 01603 783762 E: info@wroxhambarns.co.uk www.wroxham-barns.co.uk Wroxham Barns is the perfect way to spend a day - all year round. Whether you want a relaxing day with friends, fun with the family or to indulge in some retail therapy.

Melsop Farm Park Ellingham Road, Scoulton T: 01953 851943 www.melsopfarmpark.co.uk A day out at Melsop Farm park in is alive with an amazing number of Rare Breeds and other different ani-mals. Many of the animals are free range, allowing our visitors to interact with them. The park also has Indoor & Outdoor play areas.

Church Farm Stow Bardolph Stow Bardolph, PE34 3HT T: 01366 382162 www.churchfarmstow

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Weston, Spalding, PE12 6JU T: 01406 372840 E: denise@top-of-the-tree.com www.baytreeowlcentre.co.uk One of the largest and most varied selections of owls and birds of prey you will ever see, combined with a large indoor flying arena, the Baytree Owl centre provides a unique interactive experience for all ages. Over 80 birds of prey are on display, some in breeding pairs, some just resting between flights in the arena.

Bourne Outdoor Swimming Pool Abbey Lawns, Bourne T: 01778 422063 www.bourneoutdoor swimmingpool.org Bourne Outdoor Swimming Pool There are two pools, one a paddling pool for the toddlers and the main pool which is 48m long and 12m wide. Open from May to September (weather permitting).

Fun Farm Spalding, PE12 6JU T: 01406 373444 www.funfarm.co.uk/spalding Lincolnshire’s Best Family Entertainment Centre-- New Party Packages now available! --Quads are now here! Free WiFi to all customers!

Playtowers Boston, PE21 9HR T: 01205 311116 www.playtowers.co.uk

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The Play Barn Spalding, PE12 6EU T: 01775 766393 E: playbarn@funfarm.co.uk funfarm.co.uk/playbarn_ contact.htm Dare you climb up to the giant’s castle and escape down the tallest beanstalk slide in the country? Are you brave enough to walk on to the magic view point and watch the ant-like people below?

Rascals The Fun Factory Unit 2 West St, Stamford, PE9 2PR T: 01780 480610 Indoor play centre for children up to the age of 10. Has cafe and baby changing facilities.

Lets Play Bourne, PE10 9LA T: 01778 425444 www.letsplaybourne.co.uk Indoor Play & Party Centre in Bourne, Lincs.... Large 4 storey playframe + separate toddler area, sports court, electric go-karts. BIRTHDAY PARTIES.... ideas galore ... just play, themed, sports, laser tag, corporate games nights.

Lincoln Castle Castle Hill, Lincoln, LN1 3AA T: 01522 782040 E: lincoln_castle@lincolnshire. gov.uk A Norman Motte and Bailey castle built by William the Conqueror in 1068, home to a unique prison experience and an original Magna Carta.

Burghley House Stamford, PE9 3JY T: 01780 752451 www.burghley.co.uk Burghley House The Garden of Surprises is a fantastic addition to the gardens at Burghley. Hidden inside a Yew hedge is an experience that will delight the senses. 22nd July - Beastly Boring Burghley Tours Join us for a daily guided tour with a difference every morning from 10am from Monday 22nd July to Saturday 31st August (excluding Fridays and Sundays). 1st August - The Burghley Film

Festival The Burghley Film Festival launches this August with four days of fabulous films. With everything from Bond to the Kings Speech and children’s classics there is something for everyone to enjoy. 25th August - Burghley Fine Food Market

Bourne Woods Wood Lane, Thurlby, PE10 0HQ T: 01780 444920 www.forestry.gov.uk Cycling and trail paths through the ancient woodland, wildlife ponds to explore, picnic areas and regular events throughout the year.

Pots of Fun Ceramic Cafe Stamford, PE9 2YQ T: 01780 751537 E: info@potsoﬀunstamford.co.uk Relax and unwind in our friendly Studio Cafe and create your very own masterpiece!. Have a tea or coffee and maybe a bite to eat. Great idea for kids parties too.

Paint A Pot Place 31 West Street, Bourne, PE10 9NB T: 01778 420409 E: mark@paintapotplace.co.uk www.paintapotplace.co.uk At Paint A Pot Place we specialise in painting, pottery and preserving precious memories from our studio based in Bourne, Lincolnshire.

Wicksteed Park Barton Road, NN15 6NJ T: 01536 512475 E: info@wicksteedpark.co.uk www.wicksteedpark.co.uk With rides ranging from the Pirate Ship to Rocky Falls log flume, there is plenty to keep everyone entertained! If you are looking for a more relaxing

Sacrewell Farm Summer! Thornhaugh, PE8 6HJ T: 01780 782254 www.sacrewell.org.uk Sacrewell’s Miniature Steam Rally takes place on July 20th and 21st with steam enthusiasts from all over the country chugging around the Farm on their engines. Summer Fun activities run every day throughout the holidays, starting on July 20th and ending on September 3rd. There will be daily pony grooming, pond dipping, duck racing and lamb national events plus all the extras that come from a trip to Sacrewell. Don’t forget to book a tractor ride, feed our friendly animals, explore the Yew Maze and the 18th Century Watermill as well as have fun in our indoor and outdoor play areas. We cater for the rainiest of days and new for this year is our fantastic Didi Car track in the Activity Barn. Family Fun Pet Day on August 3rd. The Pet Day is open to all creatures great and small (within reason) and is the place to be for pet lovers of all ages. There will be Dog Agility, Pet Portraits and even a Pampering Parlour for your favourite furry friends. experience, there are 147 acres of beautiful parkland. 2nd & 25th August Wicksteed Wanders” - Wind Down by the Water Meeting at the Visitor Centre, this two hour walk takes place between 7pm - 9pm.

Brotherhood Shopping Park Lincoln Road, PE4 6ZR brotherhoodshopping.co.uk 3rd August - Scooby Doo Keep the children entertained over the Summer Holidays; bring them to meet the one and only Scooby-Doo. 17th August - Peppa Pig Children’s favourites, Peppa Pig and her little brother George, will be coming to meet and greet lucky children in Peterborough this summer.

4th & 24th August - Wicksteed Wanders - Walk for Health A 5km walk towards Cranford, beginning and ending at Wicksteed Park. The walk begins at the Visitor Centre and begins at 11am. 8th August - “Wicksteed Wanders” - Dawdle in the Dark Join us for a night walk looking at bats, the stars and other night time features. 15th August - ‘Ministry of Silly Walks’ competition Give your own version of the legendary Monty Python sketch. 7th September - A special “The Railway Children” themed walk, featuring a walk and free ride on Wicksteed’s popular narrow gauge railway.

West Lodge Rural Centre Kettering, NN14 2SH T: 01536 760552 westlodgeruralcentre.co.uk

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Playtowers is for children along with parents and is a great venue for birthday parties. Drive the sus-pended swivelling space balls in mid air, race your friends on the 3 lane hump slide or wade through ball pools!

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Stanwick Lakes Wellingborough, NN9 6GY T: 01933 625522 E: info@rftrust.org.uk www.stanwicklakes.org.uk Stanwick Lakes is a unique 750 acre countryside attraction and nature reserve. It offers the best of both worlds: extensive play areas to keep adventurous families entertained for hours, and for nature lovers. 24th July to Wed 4th September - Family World Explorer Challenge

Top Lodge Fineshade Wood T: 01780 444920 E: northants@forestry.gsi.gov.uk forestry.gov.uk/toplodge Enjoy a family adventure at Top

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T: 07790 016886 E: mail@keysportscoaching.co.uk www.keysportscoaching.co.uk Come and join in the fun with Key Sports. Action packed days of sport held every half term and summer break. Our fun holiday courses offer a positive experience for children through fun sports-based activities which are aimed at children of all abilities between the ages of 5 and 12 in a safe and fun environment. Each day is packed full with a variety of fun games throughout the day and break times, ensuring your child will be kept entertained. Each day the activities include: Football, Multisports, Sport Games, Street Dance/Zumba. Held at Nene Park Academy throughout the summer check website for dates and times. Lodge, Fineshade Wood. Be challenged by our exciting play areas and cycling, or explore the wildlife and history on foot.

John Claire Cottage T: 01733 253330 E: info@clarecottage.org www.clarecottage.org John Clare Cottage was the home of poet John Clare from 1793 to 1832. Today, the Cottage and its gardens are open to visitors daily. 13th & 14th July - John Clare Society Festival Family-friendly events going on around the village of Helpston. 25th July - Theatre in the Garden With the Pantaloons and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Open-air theatre which is suitable for all ages tickets, cost £12.50 adults; £8 chil-dren; £35 family, starts at 7pm. 8th August - Leap Learn some authentic Morris dance steps from 10am to

12noon, suitable for children aged 7 upwards - £10. 14th August - Buzzy Find out about the incredible world of bees, suitable for children aged 7 to 12, 10am to 11.30am, £4. 21st August - Cartooning with Chris An afternoon of cartooning fun with Chris Freeman, suitable for children aged 7 to 12, 2pm to 4pm, £10. 28th August - Theatrebox Create a mini theatre from a cardboard box, 10am to 11.30am, suitable for children aged 7 to 12, £4.

Twinlakes Park Melton Mowbray, LE14 4SB T: 01664 567777 www.twinlakespark.co.uk Twinlakes offers the best variety of family rides and attractions, set in 70 acres of glorious countryside, where dozens of action packed playzones, 125,000 sqft indoors helps you entertain the whole family.

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Stagecoach Performing Arts T: 01733 304333 www.stagecoach.co.uk/peterborough Stagecoach has been running for 25 years and continues to be the most successful children’s performing arts schools network in the world. With over 40,000 students, we have 700 schools world-wide - and it’s a total that keeps on growing! Stagecoach Peterborough is one of the oldest and most well established schools within the brand and we’re currently enrolling for next term, so come along and get your children involved with the UK’s number one drama school!

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Wood Lane, Thurlby, PE10 0HQ T: 0844 248 8181 E: info@woodgreen.org.uk www.woodgreen.org.uk Wood Green finds loving new homes for thousands of animals in need. 26th July - Drop-in Family Hands On Fun – Godmanchester Centre. 2nd & 9th August - Pet activity days – Godmanchester Centre. 28th August - NEW! Dance and drama day: Hip Hop Bunnies – Godmanchester Centre. 29th August - Ely Museum Pet Day.

Pigeons Farm Wisbech Road, Thorney, PE6 0TD T: 01733 271020/01733 271414 E: info@pigeonsfarm.co.uk

www.pigeonsfarm.co.uk Many breeds Of farm animals and birds, large play area, restaurant and shop. Children will be encouraged to get close to the animals and to learn about their breeding and rearing.

Oundle Treasure Trail www.treasuretrails.co.uk This is a Treasure Trail of two parts. Starting at Barnwell Country Park it takes you into the fascinating old town of Oundle with its quaint streets and famous school. It then leaves the town behind and explores the country pathways along the lovely River Nene, passing Oundle Mill before returning to the Country Park.

Wistow Maize Maze Wood Lane, Thurlby, PE10 0HQ T: 07884 403889 www.wistow.com A giant 8 acre maize maze with a quiz trail hidden amongst 3 miles of paths, with high level bridges & towers. Includes Activity Funyard with mini mazes for all the family. Designed in the shape of a ‘Boar’, and a quiz trail featuring British Kings & Queens. Opposite Wistow Rural Centre with café, garden centre, model village and shops.

Maze in Maize Whaplode, Spalding, PE12 6TZ T: 07774 764484 www.mazeinmaize.co.uk The Maze has lots of great entertainment for the family. With a Doctor Who theme for 2013 children can travel through the intergalactic maze with the Time Lord on a voyage to save the Earth. They also offer birthday parties and team building events for adults. Maze in Maize is open from 27th July until 22nd September. Win a family pass on page 43.

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Peterborough Museum T: 01733 864663 E: museum@vivacitypeterborough.com vivacity-peterborough.com 1st June - 7th October Linking popular science fiction to science fact, Peterborough Museum’s summer exhibition is an informative and familyfriendly introduction to space and exploration. We will be busting myths as well as showcasing the UK’s role in our understanding of what really is out there. Free admission, except on special event days.

Rocket Wednesdays!

Archaeological Finds Identification Day Peterborough Museum T: 01733 864663 E: museum@vivacitypeterborough.com vivacity-peterborough.com 19th July, 10.30am to 3pm - Found an archaeological artefact and want to know more? Drop in to see Cambridgeshire’s Finds Liaison Officer at Peterborough Museum to have them expertly identified. FREE.

Medieval Artistry Peterborough Museum T: 01733 864663 E: museum@vivacitypeterborough.com vivacity-peterborough.com 20th & 21st July, 10am-5pm - Find out how the magnificent medieval wall paintings were created at Longthorpe Tower with a visit from some medieval artists. Special event prices apply.

Raiders of the Lost Park Peterborough Museum T: 01733 864663 E: museum@vivacitypeterborough.com vivacity-peterborough.com 27th & 28th July, 10am-5pm Join Hollywood’s most famous archaeologist to explore the ancient secrets of Flag Fen. Can you brave the creepy crawlies? What treasures lurk in our ‘dig tent’? Dare you face

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Peterborough Museum T: 01733 864663 E: museum@vivacitypeterborough.com vivacity-peterborough.com 31st July, 7th August, 14th August, 21st August and 28th August, 10.30am to 12.30pm - Fly to the moon with buildyour-own-rocket workshops, available throughout the summer. £5 per child (accompanying adults FREE, booking is essential).

Doctor Who 50th Birthday Party Peterborough Museum T: 01733 864663 E: museum@vivacitypeterborough.com vivacity-peterborough.com 3rd & 4th August, 10am to 5pm - To celebrate 50 years of Doctor Who, its famous (and infamous!) characters are taking over the Museum this summer – including K9, Ood, Clockwork Robot, Weeping Angle, new Paradigm Dalek, and Davros – creator of the Daleks! Adults £3, concs £2, families £6. Under 5s and Heritage Pass holders FREE.

Space – so what? Peterborough Museum T: 01733 864663 E: museum@vivacitypeterborough.com vivacity-peterborough.com 12th August, 7.30pm - Our understanding of the Universe has been transformed by astonishing discoveries, but what difference has space science made to our everyday lives? Includes firing a real rocket engine, building a comet nucleus and whether space science could save live on planet Earth! Adults £5, concs and Heritage Pass holders £3, FREE to under 18s accompanied by a paying adult (restrictions apply, please contact the Museum for details. Booking is essential).

Tennis Coaching Sessions Bushfield Leisure Centre T: 01733 864656 vivacity-peterborough.com Come and improve your tennis ability with our six week tennis coaching sessions. For 6-8 year olds - Monday or Wednesday 5pm-6pm, Saturday 9am-10am For 9-10 year olds - Monday or Wednesday 6pm-7pm, Saturday 10am-11am For 11-15 year olds Monday or Wednesday 7pm8pm, Saturday 11am-12noon Adults (16+) - Tuesday or Thursday 7pm-8pm

Women’s Football Regional Fitness Centre Pitch T: 01733 864760 vivacity-peterborough.com Tuesdays, 8-9pm Try something different with our new women’s football sessions aim to improve your fitness and footballing ability in a sociable and fun atmosphere.

Bokwa Werrington Leisure Centre

T: 01733 576606 vivacity-peterborough.com Wednesdays, 7.15-8.15pm Do you know how to draw the Bokwa® L, 3, J, K? Learn these and dozens of other steps with this brand new fitness craze!

Cycling for young people Embankment Sports & Athletics Arena T: 01733 864760 vivacity-peterborough.com Starts 24th July, Wednesdays, 8.30am 1.30pm Take part in fun challenges and improve your cycling skills in individual and team competitions this summer with our cycling for young people days.

Open Tennis Sessions Bushfield Leisure Centre T: 01733 864760 vivacity-peterborough.com Thursdays, 6-8pm Come and improve your tennis skills and meet likeminded people at the Bushfield Tennis Centre this summer.

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Grab your calendars and make sure you have the key dates in for the summer holidays! Freedom Parade

17th July, 10.45am E: Jacqueline.holmes@ peterborough.gov.uk 30th anniversary year of RAF Wittering being awarded the Freedom of the City of Peterborough Cathedral Square

Peterborough Opera Summer Concert 20th July, 7.30pm

St. John’s Church T: 01733 452336 The singers from this talented ensemble will be presenting a varied programme that will delight the ears.Tickets £10.00 in advance, £12.00 on the door.

Flower Festival 25th – 28th July

St Mary Magdalene Church The Church will be adorned with flowers of every shape and colour. The Church will be open each day from 10.00 am. During the four day Festival there will be various stalls in the Church selling cakes, plants, produce, and books. There will also be a tombola and a raffle. The Flower Festival will conclude with a Songs of Praise Service at 6.30 pm on Sunday evening, taken by Reverend Rosemary Goddard.

Festival of the Forties 26th, 27th & 28th July

The Peterborough Event Site, Milk and Water Drove, PE7 3DR T: 01733 204353 www.1940sfest.org Bringing the past to the present! Last years discount offers will still be valid for all those taking part. Living History Displays, Military and Collector Stalls, All Live Entertainment, Classic Cars, Military vehicles, Bier Keller Evening Friday Night Show, Saturday Night Glenn Miller Big Band Show, and Burlesque Night Sunday Show! Children under 12 free, free to all current armed forces and free to all veterans! £6 per adult

Transport Weekend 27th & 28th July

Nene Valley Railway, Wansford T: 01780 784444

www.nvr.org.uk If it’s got wheels we’re hoping it’ll be here. Cars, motorcycles, buses, trucks & bicycles are all invited to celebrate British road transport.

Made in Peterborough Craft Fair 3rd August, 10am – 3.30pm

St. John the Baptist E: platformpeterborough@ yahoo.co.uk peterborouigh-stjohns.org.uk Buy a unique handmade gift or someone special. Hand made stalls, excellent refreshments including homemade cake and experience one of the city’s most beautiful buildings.

Art Week

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Nene Valley Railway, Wansford T: 01780 784444 www.nvr.org.uk Come and see how Grandma and Grandad wrote their letters and how the Post office carried them.

Peterborough Folk Rootz 17th & 18th August

Charters Bar, Town Bridge Peterborough Folk Festival teaming up with the Randall Rootz guys. Raising money for Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice in memory of Mark Randal.

Ramsey 1940s Weekend

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night with the Opus 1 Big Band, Drum Head service on Sunday at 11am, Telstar Big Band appearing on Sunday afternoon. Attractions include: Living history displays, Musical entertainment & dance demonstrations, Vintage motor vehicles, Battle of Britain memorial flight, Funfair & Tank rides, Licensed bar & catering Adult £8, Concession £5, Children under 5 free, Weekend passes (pre-booked), Adult £12, Concession £7.50.

Bank Holiday Fun day 10th & 11th August

Grimsthorpe Castle, PE10 0LY T: 01778 591205 www.grimsthorpe.co.uk

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The Camp, Ramsey, PE26 2XB T: 07881 730047 E: ramsey1940s@gmail.com ramsey1940sweekend.org Events include: The ultimate 40s experience on Saturday

Central Park T: 07515 861290 E: park.pboro@gmail.com Organised by Friends of Central Park (FoCP) and in association with Enterprise Peterborough.

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5th August Thorpe Hall, PE3 6LW T: 01733 330060 Portrait workshop £30.00. Call Thorpe Hall for more information.

International Agility Festival

9th – 11th August, open 8am – 5.30pm Rockingham Castle E: agilityfestival@thekennel club.org.uk www.kcagility6.org.uk Bring your dog and experience the top competition for agility enthusiasts. Take part in the “have-a-go” ring where you can try this exciting sport or the Companion Dog Show (10th) which is open to all dogs.

Sixties Weekend

10th & 11th August Nene Valley Railway, Wansford T: 01780 784444 www.nvr.org.uk If you can remember the sixties you weren’t there! Spend the weekend at the railway to refresh your memory… It’ll be groovy man.

A mile with a smile 11th August, 2pm

Central Park T: 07515 861290 E: park.pboro@gmail.com 7th sponsored poppy walk. Registration 1-30, Walk Starts 2pm.

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Levity Festival 19th – 21st July

facebook.com/LevityFestival This exciting three-day event will feature more than 100 acts across seven stages on the Embankment, including Pub Landlord Al Murray, Lee Nelson and Richard Herring. The festival, which will become one of Europe’s largest comedy gatherings will also feature street and circus acts, magicians, music and children’s entertainers. Other names on the bill include Chris Ramsey, David O’Doherty, Ed Gamble, Phil Cool, Naz Osmanoglu, Stephen K Amos and Ed Petrie Six of the seven stages will be under cover with the main arena seating up to 10,000. Camping will be available as will a selection of local hotel weekend break deals. Discounted family tickets, and VIP packages will also be available. Peterborough Embankment. General admission tickets for the weekend start at £50. Wildcats Theatre group will be entertaining and running a free crèche for parents.

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T: 07970 326646 yogabumps.moonfruit.com Active Birth Classes – Allowing you to stretch, tone, build strength and have fun.

Barefoot Birth Pools 47 Inhams Rd, Whittlesey T: 0845 5197981

Blooming Fit Contact: Angie McClean T: 07880 938734 www.bloomingfit.com Specialised exercise class to help keep you fit.

Daisy Birthing T: 07894 945507 bumpbirthandbeyond.co.uk Fitness based courses for women between 14-42 weeks of their pregnancy.

Nutrition for Health Laws Barn, Hall Yard T: 01780 431531 www.nutrition4health.co.uk

Rutland Midwives T: 01572 767173 www.rutlandmidwives.co.uk We provide evidence based

Baby & Toddler Active Antics Highlees Primary School T: 01733 295864 Funactivities to build sensory and motor skills, 0-4yrs. Wednesday, 10.00 -11.00am.

Babybliss

Aquanatal

Contact: Lindsey Lister T: 07730 302826 www.b-activ.co.uk Massage for pregnant mums.

Orton Children’s Centre, The Jigsaw Centre T: 01733 237209 www.thebabycafe.co.uk

Various Peterborough locations T: 0844 2436886 bookings5q@nct.org.uk

Ryhall Rd, Stamford T: 01780 765853

B-Activ

Orton Children’s Centre Baby Café

NCT Breastfeeding Classes

Alternatives Stamford

Jack Hunt pool, Netherton T: 01733 264644 Tuesdays 6-7pm. Excellent exercise for pregnant ladies to help them prepare for labour and a good opportunity to make new friends.

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6 Mill Lane, Ramsey T: 07857 683291 www.mybabybliss.info Infant Massage, Baby and Toddler Yoga classes available in Huntingdon, Peterborough and surrounding areas.

Baby Clubs Brewster Baby Café

Breastfeeding Antenatal Breastfeeding Workshop Peterborough City Hospital T: 01733 875380

Acorn Children’s Centre Baby Café The Acorn Centre Childrens Centre, Welland T: 01733 295863 www.thebabycafe.co.uk

Brewster Avenue Children’s Centre, Peterborough T: 01733 774537 jayne.fox@peterborough pct.nhs.uk

Baby Playtime

NCT in Peterborough T: 0844 2436240 nctpeterborough@gmail.com

First Steps Children’s Centre Baby Cafe The Acorn Centre, Peterborough T: 01733 554817 www.first-steps.surestart.org

Brewster Avenue Children’s Centre T: 01733 452600 Stay and play. Tuesdays, 0-12 months 9.45-11.15 / 0-5 yrs 1.15-2.45pm.

Baby Rhymetime Stanground Library T: 01733 864302 Rhyme time for baby, sessions are free! Monday 2pm - 2.30pm.

Baby Yoga & Massage Westwood Children’s Centre T: 01733 266425

Brewster Babes

Rutland Midwives Our Aim is to provide evidence based professional continuity of care during your pregnancy, labour and afterwards, combined with sensitivity, informed choice and holistic support. rutlandmidwives.co.uk

Brewster Avenue Children’s Centre T: 01733 452600 Varied programme of subjects, Friday 1.15 - 2.30pm.

Castor & Ailsworth Toddler Group Castor Village Hall T: 01733 380190 Wednesday, 9.30 to 11.00.

Castor & Ailsworth Tots Singing Group Cedar Centre, Castor T: 01733 380540

Communicating Hands 33A South Street, Stanground

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Messy Tots Messy play, stories and creative activities for under 5s. These workshops are an opportunity to get messy, make new friends and have lots of fun! stamfordartscentre.com T: 07515 165965 www.mybabysigning.co.uk Reduce your babies’ frustration and help their early learning development with our fun & educational classes.

Dance & Movement Brewster Avenue Children’s Centre T: 01733 452600 12months-5yrs, Thursday 1.152.15pm.

Debutots (see ad) Contact: Paula Frew T: 07845 242315 www.debutots.co.uk Storytelling & Drama Activities for Toddlers, Babies and School Children.

Eye Library Eye Library, Eye T: 01733 864142 Story time Mon 10.30-11.00 Rhymetime Mon 11.00-11.30 Craft club Sat 11.00-12.00.

T: 01733 253159

Goldhay Mums & Tots Goldhay Community Centre T: 01733 233026 goldhaycentre@tiscali.co.uk Newborn-4yrs Tues 10-11.30am / Tots singing Thurs 10.00-11.30

Happy Faces The Crown Inn, Glinton T: 01733 324851 www.clairehappyfaces.co.uk Educational play, Refreshments and much more. Call for times.

Jigsaw Juniors

Folksworth Village Hall T: 01733 240049

Bretton Children’s Centre T: 01733 269340 www.peterborough.gov.uk/ page-15702 Thursdays 10.00-11.30 Little Explorers - 0-5’s.

Fun Story & Rhymetime

Little Lambs

Salvation Army Church, Farcet T: 01733 240130 Fun time, ages 0-5. Tues & Thurs, 9.30 - 11.30am.

Glinton Toddler Group Glinton Village Hall

Sticky Fingers

Peterborough International Christian Centre T: 01733 569898

Minimovers Kingsgate Community Church T: 01733 311156 Mini Movers welcomes little ones from birth until they go on to ‘big school’.

Bartram Hall, Paston Ridings Contact: Mrs Allison Winter A very friendly, informal group and we end each session with singing and dancing.

Longthorpe Group Longthorpe Memorial Hall T: 01733 264646

Messy Tots Stamford Arts Centre T: 01780 763203 www.stamfordartscentre.com Messy play, stories and creative

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Orton Centre, Bushfield T: 01733 370948 Its real fun, and it’s free. This is a cooking group for pre-school children and their parents/ carers.

St. Mary’s Church Parent & Toddler Group St.Mary’s Church, Boongate T: 01733 223145

Moonlight Hares

Storytime

Peterborough Museum, Priestgate T: 01733 864700 Stories, rhymes, craft activities. 1st Thursday of each month 10.00 -11.30am.

Dogsthorpe Library T: 01733 864300 Thursday 2.00-2.30pm.

Music For Little People T: 01480 812469 www.mflp.co.uk Music For Little People will provide your child aged 0 to 5 years with a fun and educational approach to learning about music.

NCT Bumps & Babes St Judes Church Hall, Netherton T: 08442 436240 For pregnant parents & babies 0-1. Fridays, 11.00-12:30pm.

Orton Wistow Community Centre T: 01733 237727 Indoor and outdoor play, Tuesday 1.15-3.00pm.

Manor Farm Community Centre T: 01733 223526

Funky Monkeys

Millfield Parent & Toddler Group

Jigsaw Cooks Do Fast Food Little Explorers

Orton District Library, Orton Centre T: 01733 864296 Storytime, Tues & Thurs 10.0010.30. Rhymetime Mon10.3011.00.12months - 5yrs.

T: 07818644099 Need something to amuse the children with on a Saturday morning? 10.00am-11.30am.

Nene Valley Tots

Eye Toddler Group Folksworth Club

activities for under 5s. These workshops are an opportunity to get messy, make new friends and have lots of fun!

Jigsaw Centre, Orton Malborne T: 01733 452690 Toys, books, activities and messy play. Wednesday, 1.30 2.45pm.

Jigsaw Centre, Orton Malborne T: 01733 237209

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The Christie Hall, Wansford T: 07763 230723

Orton Wistow Toddlers

Story & Rhymetime Bretton District Library, The Cresset, Bretton T: 01733 864291 Storytime Thurs 11.00-11.30 / Rhyme time Tues 2.00-2.30pm.

Story & Rhymetime Hampton Library, Serpentine Green T: 01733 864291 Tuesdays, Rhymetime 9.3010.00am, Storytime 10.1510.45am.

Story & Rhymetime Peterborough Central Library T: 01733 864280 Storytime, Friday 2.15-2.25pm Saturday 11.00-11.30am & 2.152.45pm. Rhymetime, Thursday 1.30-2.00pm.

Story & Rhymetime

Wistow Community Centre T: 01733 237727

Woodston Library T: 01733 864304 Storytime Thursday 10.3011.00am. Rhymetime Wednesday 2.15-2.45pm.

Saturday Craft Sessions

Suga Tots

Newborough Village Hall

Riverside Pavilion, Candy Street

Orton Wistow Under 5’s

Music For Little People Music For Little People, is exactly that, music for little people! Come along and learn about rhythm and rhyme, or join in with the dancing and singing, it’s all part of the musical adventure! www.mflp.co.uk

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The Endana School of Dance

Jack Hunt School T: 07432 101475

T: 01406 540023 Dance classes in Crowland, Wisbech, Thorney & Gedney.

West Street, Peterborough T: 01733 254254

Portsands Farm, Thorney T: 07845 960742

Gymtasticz Jack Hunt School, Peterborough T: 07824 861865 gymtasticz.moonfruit.com

Hicks Karate Offering support to local families that include fun, play and activities. Call for dates/ times.

The Village Toddler Group

Yaxley Toddler Group

Werrington Community Centre T: 07884 151226

Yaxley Cradle Club Landsdowne Road, Yaxley T: 01733 245522 William de Yaxley Junior School T: 01733 245000

Thistle Tots Thistle Drive Play Centre T: 01733 452610 Come and play, 0-2yrs Thurs 1.15-2.30pm / 2-5yrs Fri 10.0011.15am. St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, Alwalton T: 01733 239289 Singalong, stories and toys.

Tiger Club Wilberforce Room, Kingsgate Church T: 01733 702810

Toddlers The Baptist Church, Park Road T: 01733 560983

Tot Stop Stanground Baptist Church T: 01733 310411 Sing-song, ride on toys, drink & biscuit and craft, Friday 9.4511.30am.

Tumbletots Contact: Jody Vaughan T: 07788 182181 tumbletots.com/peterborough Tumble Tots run fun, exciting, interactive classes in Stamford, Peterborough and Oundle, Monday to Saturday.

Westwood & Ravensthorpe Chidrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre Highlees & Ravensthorpe School T: 01733 266425

Dogsthorpe Community Centre T: 08455 079170 www.hickskarate.co.uk Karate classes for children. Everyday except Sunday, call for times.

New Range Riding School

Sports Adrenaline T: 08446 933379 www.blackbeltattittude.co.uk At Adrenaline Martial Arts children are taught that through dedicated work, all goals in life are possible.

Aerokinetics Trampolining T: 01733 752900 www.aerokinetics.co.uk

Babybliss 6 Mill Lane, Ramsey T: 07857 683291 www.mybabybliss.info Promotes water safety, water confidence and fun for all.

Bankside Equestrian Centre Marsh Road, Wisbech Tel 01945 780360

Calm-A-Baby Oundle Road, Peterborough T: 01733 707808 www.calm-a-baby.com

Tu Danse Studio Newark Road, Peterborough T: 01733 553830 www.tudanse.co.uk Dance classes for children and parents. Call for times/ dates/classes.

Under 5 Swimming Regional Pool, Bishops Road T: 01733 551474

Water Babies

Crowland Road, Eye Green T: 07787 143110 newrangeridingschool.com We not only offer horse riding lessons, we teach horse care and management as well, looking after the horses you ride is a key part to the education you will recieve.

Peterborough Academy of Dance

Tiddly Winks

The Golden Thread Equestrian Services

Phoenix School, Orton Goldhay T: 01933 651790 www.waterbabies.co.uk Teach your baby a skill that can potentially save their life.

Welland Boxing Academy Charteris Centre, Welland T: 08444 991323 Boxing classes. Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 6.00-7.00pm

Abbotsbury, Orton Malbourne Contact: J K Dawson T: 01733 234555 Various classes for under 5`s. Call for dates/times.

Peterborough GT UK Thomas Deacon Academy T: 07774 154761 Taekwondo.

Recreational Gymnastics Unit 22 Bendict Square, Werrington

Languages Antler Languages Ltd

Scallywag Riding Club Manor House Farm, Sawtry T: 01487 830128

Spiral Gymnastics Alpha Business Park, Bretton T: 01733 686414

Splash Academy Stanground College T: 01733 896665 www.stangroundacademy.org Call for dates/times as vary.

The Cresset Bretton Centre, Bretton T: 01733 842516 www.cresset.co.uk Dance classes for all ages and capabilities. Call for dates/ times/classes.

The Old Town Hall, Oundle T: 01832 275319 www.antlerlanguages.co.uk

Morgan Language Solutions 34 Chestnut Drive, Thorney T: 08002 985953

Spanish Amigos T: 07882 404064 www.spanishamigos.co.uk Spanish and French language school

Stamford Academy LTD 46a High St, Stamford T: 01780 489400

Viva Spanish Lessons 13 Beauvale Gardens T: 01733 759934

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City of Peterborough Gymnastics Club

Grasslands Equestrian Centre

T: 07738 294642 nichola73k@hotmail.com Come and have a cuppa, biscuit and chat while the babies play in a safe environment. Lots of toys and we even get the paints out and get totally messy!

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Summer learning Phew… and relax the school run is over for another year! But as a parent it is important to keep your children’s brains active over the summer, so don’t put your feet up just yet!

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he school gates may have closed for the summer, but that’s no reason to allow your child’s mind to follow suit. As parents, some of us have a hard time connecting the words ‘summer’ and ‘learning’. But we’re not talking about chaining children to a desk and denying them the delights of their wellearned summer break. Summer learning should be distinctively different; more of a case of keeping the door ajar than flung wide open. With around 13 weeks of annual holiday each year, children can occasionally regress from their learning during breaks from school. This is particularly true after the six-week summer break and utilising this time to support and extend children’s learning is critical.

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Kumon Educational, the UK’s largest supplementary education provider, advises parents to look ahead to the topics which children will be covering in the next school term and get children involved in a fun research project that will equip them with the appropriate background knowledge to succeed at school.

Educational Outings Planning a trip to a museum, art gallery or wildlife centre is an ideal choice. Organise your trip in advance and try to ensure that your objectives for the day are clear. Browse the venue’s website and download teacher notes which can include lesson plans and interactive worksheets that guide you around the venue. Involve children by asking them what they already know about the venue and what they would like to find out on their visit.

Record their Findings Schools will often start literacy topics with a visit and concoct a whole story around the venue to really engage children. For example, if you have made a visit to a castle then you could plant an exotic item while the children are not looking. They can then use this as an impetus for their story.

Holiday Clubs The local authority normally runs a full programme of holiday activities for children. For example, many libraries run summer reading challenges that ask children to read a certain amount of books in order to receive certificates or stickers.

Incorporate learning into your holiday If you have already planned a holiday, whether it’s at home or abroad, there are

still plenty of opportunities for learning. Each area/country has a rich history and children will enjoy investigating this. If children are learning languages at school, they can work on their skills by ordering their favourite food and drinks in restaurants. Remember, summer learning is simply about encouraging your child to keep mentally active by staying in touch with the habit of learning. Couple it with keeping physically active and all the other stuff your child loves to do, and they will not even know they are learning but will experience a world of difference on returning to school. Explore Learning Peterborough Centre T: 01733 555355 www.explorelearning.co.uk Kumon Peterborough, Werrington T: 01733 569008 www.kumon.co.uk

Maths and English Tuition

25% oﬀ your first month! Keep up the good work over the summer, and get 25% off your first month when you join in July!

ward winning Explore Learning centres provide maths and English tuition to children aged 5-14, and are designed to improve knowledge, confidence and enjoyment of learning. Explore Learning helps children make fantastic academic progress, and the vibrant atmosphere keeps them engaged and focused, enabling them to have fun while they learn. The summer period is an ideal time to start Explore Learning membership as research has shown that two-thirds of children fall behind over the summer holidays. Coming to Explore just once or twice a week will help children retain the skills they have been working to master in school and prepare them for the new term ahead. Recent independent research from the University of Reading has shown that a child’s improvement in maths is 30% higher than that of a child who doesn’t attend over a 9-month period and children who are behind in their English before attending Explore Learning will achieve the national standard within 6 months. Each Explore Learning member has an individualised learning programme tailored to meet their needs and all of our programmes are mapped to the National Curriculum. The individual focus allows children to work at their own pace - whether they are finding school tricky or top of the class! To find out more about how Explore Learning can benefit your child and to book a free trial session, contact your local Peterborough centre on 01733 555355 or visit our website www.explorelearning.co.uk

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Win a Summer Infant Privacy Plus Complete Coverage Video Monitor For parents looking for a video monitor following today’s trends. The complete coverage video monitor has a unique look, tilt feature and a helpful swivel design to accommodate multiple angles. A second handheld colour video monitor is included for added portability and parent convenience. Worth: £230 from www.argos.co.uk

Win a Thrupenny Bits Pillow The brand behind the award winning portable breastfeeding cushion, is delighted to announce that it has a new celebrity follower! Fearne Cotton presenter and Radio 1 DJ, who has recently given birth to her first son Rex, is a huge fan of her Thrupenny Bits breastfeeding pillow and has recently given the product her seal of approval! And we are lucky enough to have one to giveaway worth £30.00. www.thrupennybits.co.uk

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giveaways Win a Family Pass to Skylark Maize Maze & Funyard Fun for the whole family! Monkey maze, obstacle course, go karts, tractor rides, football shootout, giant sand-pit, mega slide, zip wire and pig racing. www.skylarkgardencentre.co.uk

To enter to win please LIKE Cherubsnet on Facebook or visit www.cherubsnet.com where you will find full entry details for all of our competitions

Win family passes to Wicksteed Park Wicksteed Park, Kettering, has launched a summer walking festival – and to celebrate we’re giving away a day out at the park (including free ride wristbands for two adults and two children and free car parking). For further information on the festival go to: www.wicksteedpark.co.uk/events.aspx

Win a Ewan Snuggly!

SweetDreamers®, ewan Snuggly®, is a super soft baby comforter that proves ewan truly is the expert when it comes to settling babies! One thing you can count your sheep on is, happy and well rested babies will love their ewan snuggly! Worth: £9.99 sweetdreamers.co.uk

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Win a Stay Play Explore family break! Get out with the kids over the school holidays by winning a short break to Leicestershire. One night’s 4 star accommodation at Hinckley Island Hotel and attractions or activities are included! Stay Play Explore Family Fun: visit three world class attractions, choosing from Conkers, National Space Centre, Twinlakes Park, Snibston and Bosworth Battlefield. Stay Play Explore Family Adventure: enjoy three fun-packed activities from bush craft, tobogganing, bowling or cycling in The National Forest. Worth: £109 www.stayplayexplore.co.uk/familyfun

aMAZE-ing Maze! Win a family pass to the Spalding Maze in Maize … one of the UK’s largest mazes. This year’s theme is Doctor who, so make sure your family does not miss out on this intergalactic adventure maze. To enter please take the advert on p26 with you when visiting or mention Cherubs at the time of booking.

Camp Bestival! Cherubs has teamed up with Camp Bestival to offer a family ticket to their festi-holiday jamboree this summer. Camp Bestival is a multi-award winning four-day festival taking place from August 1st-4th at Lulworth Castle, Dorset. www.campbestival.net

Fantastic offers at Cuddly Pony Parties! 10% off all pony parties at Cuddly Pony Parties. The perfect gift for your little one! A lovely half hour session with our gentle ponies, stroking, cuddling and a little ride. Gift bag included! Gift vouchers are available. For more information, ring Karen on 07976 885504 or visit www. cuddlyponyparty.co.uk and please mention Cherubs.

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MAGIX PhotoStory on DVD 2013 Deluxe is the perfect way to quickly and easily transform your photos and videos from digital cameras, smartphones and video cameras into fantastic slideshows that you can watch on your TV, mobile devices or the Internet. www.magix.com/gb/photostory-on-cd-dvd

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Win a Family Pass worth £33.00 to Thurleigh Farm Centre Mini quads, bungee trampolines and animal feeding not to mention the regular archery, indoor/outdoor play and bunny cuddling. thurleighfarmcentre.co.uk www.cherubsnet.com | cherubs 43

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Buckle up Most parents spend a great deal of time chauffeuring their children around, therefore the car becomes your second home. But how safe are your children in your car? John Lewis Peterborough is on hand to provide you with all the answers and advice to ensure you’re little cherubs are as ‘safe as houses’!

WORDS JOHN LEWIS PETERBOROUGH

hoosing the right car seat is vital for your child’s safety. By law, every car seat must conform to safety standards, but the sheer number of options available can be confusing. The law requires all children travelling in cars to use the correct child restraint until they are either 135 cm in height or the age of 12 (which ever they reach first). After this they must use an adult seat belt. For younger children it’s their weight and not his or her age that is the critical factor in deciding which car seat is suitable and safe. It’s recommended that a child continues to use a rear facing car seat until they are 4 years old. This is because a child’s body below this age is particularly vulnerable to forceful impacts, and a rear facing seat will provide the additional protection they need in the event of a collision. However tempting the price may be, road safety officers advise against buying secondhand child car seats, most only have a life span of about five years, and if they have ever been involved in an accident they might not offer full protection. Even if you want a bargain, you should buy new. And this is where John Lewis Peterborough can help. Their dedicated nursery advisors Rani Skerstins and Christine Hands, are on hand to assist customers with free, impartial advice, to ensure complete peace of mind. European regulations define eight groups of seat, each of which is suitable for a range of weights. All the child seats in the John Lewis range are designed to give your child the best possible protection. Some seats are designed to cover more than one group. All of the child seats are designed to meet the current safety standards. www.cherubsnet.com | cherubs 45

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To book a free consultation with a nursery advisor, call John Lewis Peterborough on 01733 344644 or visit johnlewis.com/nurseryadvice

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Rani says: “It is essential to ensure that the seat you choose is suitable for your car and that you never use the child seat on a passenger seat with an active airbag”. “When choosing a car seat, safety comes first, so remember that your baby’s weight, not age that is the critical factor. We can advise on which seat to buy and give you a fitting demonstration.” Correct fitting of all car seats and boosters is of paramount importance. All the car seats in the John Lewis range have clear and concise instructions for safe fitting and use. Rani and Christine are also trained to give you advice on fitting.

Child One: Temperence Age: 5 months Weight: 8kg Seat: Parents have Isofix in the car and would like

to use the Maxi-Cosi Pebble group 0+ (Birth to 13kg) infant carrier £120 in total black. Also available in other colours with the Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix (Birth to 18kg) car seat base £129.99. The Pebble car seat can be used with the cars standard 3-point seat belt.

Child Two: Anabella-Grace Age: 2½ years Weight: 13kg Seat: Maxi Cosi Pearl group 1 (9 - 18kg) £145 in

modern black, also available in other colours. This is the next size seat up from the Pebble car seat and it fits onto the FamilyFix base. This is forward facing.

Child Three: Eleanor Age: 4 years Weight: 16 kg Height: 94cm Seat: Cosatto Zoomi Hello Dolly colour pin/purple

group 1, 2, 3 (9 - 36kg) £76.50, also available in Zoomi Monster colour lime green. This is fitted with the standard seat belt.

Child Four: Evie Age: 5 years Weight: 16.9kg Seat: Maxi-Cosi Air Protect (weight 15 - 36kg,

Group 2 & 3), black reflection. Adjustable head support £99.95. Fitted with standard safety belt.

Child Five: Jack Age: 7 years Weight: 28 kg Height: 130 cm Seat: John Lewis deluxe high back booster seat

(weight 15 - 36kgs), black. Adjustable head support £79. Fitted with standard safety belt. Also available is a booster seat cushion Group 2 & 3 (15 - 36kg) which is easily transferable between cars at £15

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Use a child restraint appropriate to your child’s weight and development and until your child reaches 135cm in height or their 12th birthday (whichever is sooner)

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Adjust the harness for every journey. It should fit snugly, allowing you to slide one finger between harness and child.

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Practise using the car seat before putting your child in it for the first time.

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Ensure everyone who will be fitting the seat is confident in doing so.

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Check the seat regularly to ensure it is secure.

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Discourage your child from playing with the buckles.

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Check regularly for wear on the harness, buckles and seat shell.

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Check that shoulder straps are slightly below the child’s shoulders in a group 0 or 0+ seat, and level with, or slightly above the shoulders for forward-facing seats. Once you reach the top slots of the straps, the child can use the seat until his or her eyeline is level with the top of the seat shell.

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Use an additional rear-view mirror to keep an eye on your child, to avoid having to look around while driving.

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Don’t ever use a second-hand car seat, as there could be invisible damage to the structure.

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Don’t use a cushion or similar support under a child instead of a booster seat, as it will not give the same level of protection in an accident.

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cherubs recommends All of the businesses below come highly recommended by Cherubs! Please remember to mention Cherubs when calling or emailing. Pets Acorn Lodge Boarding Kennels/Cattery

Thorney Road, Eye T: 01733 221112 acornkennels-cattery.co.uk Acorn Lodge Boarding Kennels cattery, small breads and Muddy Paws Grooming Parlour In Eye.

Baby/Toddler Groups Music for Little People T: 01480 812469 M: 07970 179821 E: karen@mflp.co.uk Music for Little People is different from other classes as all our teachers are highly qualified musicians and teachers.

Tumble Tots

E: jodyvaughan@btinternet.com www.tumbletots.com/ Peterborough The UK’s leading active physical play programme for children form 6 months to 7 years.

Activities Andronica’s Ceramics Studio

The Peterborough Garden Park T: 02077 49 4791 www.studiocafe peterborough.com Provides the opportunity to paint your own custom piece of pottery in an airy and chilled out environment.

Nene Valley Railway

Wansford Station, Stibbington

your child achieve success.

Explore Learning

T: 01780 784444 www.nvr.org.uk A standard gauge railway and home for a wide variety of locomotives and rolling stock, many in regular use.

Sacrewell Farm & Country Centre

Thornhaugh, Peterborough T: 01780 782254 www.sacrewell.org.uk Whether you visit for the day or stay on our charming campsite, we guarantee you’ll find plenty to entertain the whole family whatever the weather!

Thurleigh Farm Centre Cross End, Thurleigh T: 01234 771587 www.thurleighfarm centre.co.uk Family fun for everyone!

Ferry Meadows Café

Nene Park www.regmiandsons.co.uk Situated in the beautiful location of Nene Park.

Skylark Maize Maze

Manea Road, March, PE15 0PE T: 01354 741212 www.skylarkmaizemaze.co.uk A great family day out in a March Maize Maze.

Maze in Maize

Spalding, PE12 6TZ www.mazeinmaize.co.uk Do something different and visit the Maze in Maize!

Stay Play Explore

www.goleicestershire.com Leicester and Leicestershire is packed with so much to do, you will need more than a day to discover it all.

Learning Vidayum

www.vidayum.co.uk We are striving for change by developing educational products based on our core fundamentals that form our company ethos, Nutrition, Activity, Nature & Family.

Bond Online

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Sainsbury’s, 110 Oxney Road T: 01733 555355 www.explorelearning.org.uk Maths and English tuition for 5-14 year olds of all abilities. Courses tailored to each child’s individual needs. Inspiring tutors who know how to get the best out of children.

Kumon Centre

T: 01733 569008 E: peterboroughwerrington@ kumoncentre.co.uk The Kumon maths and English study programmes enable students of all ages and abilities to achieve.

Café Lingo

T: 07812 342598 www.cafe-lingo.co.uk Fun,flexible, friendly language clubs. A new way of learning through informal classes in coffee shops and local venues.

Beauty Angelic Beautique

38 Willow Hall Lane, Thorney T: 07814 002463 E: angelic-beautique @hotmail.co.uk

A Vision of Beauty

T: 07983 556824 www.a-visionofbeauty.co.uk A mobile beauty service offering beauty treatments in the comfort of your own home at a time to suit you.

Gina Whomes Cosmetic and Body

The Park Inn, Wentworth Street T: 01733 341312 E: ginamwhomes@hotmail.com www.a1beautyclinic.com

Drama/Dance Stagecoach Peterborough

T: 01778 440077 www.stagecoach.co.uk Stagecoach Peterborough provides quality part-time training in the performing arts for children aged 4-18yrs.

Nurseries/Schools Ormiston Bushfield Academy Early Years Centre

T: 01733 404355 E: earlyyears@bushfield.co.uk We provide a loving, caring and stimulating environment for your child throughout the day, with flexible sessions to

cherubs Bright Kids Day Nursery

60 Innovation Way, Lynchwood T: 01733 361290 brightkidsdaynursery.co.uk With highly qualified and experienced staff and a passion for children to learn and develop Bright Kids boasts a friendly and professional service.

Births

Cherished Births T: 7946793992 ‘HypnoBirthing with Cherished Births is a complete antenatal education programme. For further information contact Jackie on madwife_1958@ hotmail.co.uk

Health Riverford

Sacrewell Lodge Farm, Thornhaugh T: 01733 361290 riverford.co.uk/sacrewell Organic veg, fruit, meat, milk, eggs and more delivered to your door.

Morris Water Softeners

T: 01733 270463 www.morrisforwater softeners-twintec.co.uk We have a vast wealth of knowledge and experience on all matters to do with the softening and purifying of domestic water and are one of the leading suppliers in the UK.

Hobbies

Cambridgeshire Sugarcraft Supplies

T: 01733 245451 www.cambridgeshiresugar craftsupplies.co.uk Cambridgeshire Sugarcraft Supplies is a brand new customer focussed company created with the sole aim of helping people fulfill their dreams in Sugarcraft.

Police Cambridgeshire Constabulary

www.cambs.police.uk

Committed to making Cambridgeshire a safer place to live in, work in or visit.

Parties Go Kart Party

T: 01733 860802 www.go-kartparty.co.uk Specialises in Go Karting for children’s birthday parties or special events.

Truly Scrumptious

T: 07788 931633 www.truly-scrumptiousevents.co.uk Planning a birthday, christening or even your wedding day? Have a look in our online directory of Preferred Partners and Giftware providers.

Teamworks Karting

E: jquin@teamworkskarting.com www.teamworkskarting.com/ peterborough Fully refurbished, featuring our sensational high-speed electric karts, licensed bar, catering and conference facilities.

Sports Junior Posh

E: juniorposh@theposh.com theposh.com/fans/juniorposh Aimed at youngsters under the age of 16 and endeavors to bring you closer to the squad.

Around the home Kitchen Perfection

T: 07967 418820 www.kitchenperfection.net Specialises in kitchen supply and installation in and around your local area.

Outdoor Living

T: 01733 688464 www.outdoorlivinguk.co.uk One of the top resources for water features and garden furniture in the country.

Premier Kitchens

T: 01733 340471 www.premier-kitchens.co.uk As a family-run company, we pride themselves on their friendly, personal approach.

Accountancy MHA MacIntyre Hudson 8 - 12 Priestgate T: 01733 568491 www.macintyrehudson.co.uk Top 20 Accountancy Firm with national coverage. Dedicated to helping you achieve your business goals.

Financial Advice

Ampris Ltd

T: 01733 314553 ashleylawpeterborough.co.uk We have been Helping Young Families with their finances and future for 25 years.

Training Riverside Training

3b & 3c Red Lion Street, Spalding T: 01775 710945 www.riversidetraining spalding.co.uk A successful training provider offering independent training courses in childcare, management, team leading, customer service and business administration.

Fashion John Lewis

Queensgate Centre, PE1 1NL T: 01733 344644 www.johnlewis.com Whenever you come into our shop you’ll be served by an owner. We’re all Partners in John Lewis, so we make sure you get the best value, service, quality and choice of products every time. After all, it’s our business.

Brantano

www.brantano.co.uk We take pride on providing good quality products at prices suitable for everyone’s pocket.

Spring Baby

E: info@springbaby.co.uk Spring Baby’s range of babywear is designed with fun animal motifs and have easy access poppers to make changing quick and easy.

eco-friendly way to update and recycle your child’s wardrobe.

Homes

Larkfleet Homes

Bourne. Lincs, PE10 0FF T: 01778 391550 www.larkfleethomes.co.uk We are a company with an enviable reputation for producing high quality sustainable developments using innovative technology.

Travel

Haven Holidays

www.haven.com Golden sand between your toes, the smell of a sea breeze and the sound of your kids happy, the best sound ever – that’s what Haven family holidays are all about.

Computers Laptop Solve

Unit 74, 28-29 Maxwell Road T: 01733 396596 www.laptopsolve.co.uk Offering a repair service for PC’s, Laptops, iphones, tablets & Smartphones. Free Diagnosis!

Photography Andrew James Photography Yaxley, Peterborough T: 07999 120111 www.photographyby andrewjames.co.uk Wedding, portrait, studio and location photography services. FREE studio photo shoot for all Cherubs readers and their family, contact us for details.

Theo and Maisie

T: 07980 194723 www.theoandmaisie.co.uk A friendly, functional service for local parents in need of a clear out and extra cash. An www.cherubsnet.com | cherubs 49

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hen I was a lad the summer holidays were all about exploration and adventure. We would pull on our backpacks and head out early catching tadpoles, flying kites, building dens and climbing trees. Of course my memories are of long warm summer days, which seem few and far between at the moment, but bad weather doesn’t deter children from being outdoors. The problem is that as parents we are shrouded by the fear that if we let our children out of our sight something bad will happen, but I guess as they get a little older we realise that the inevitable will occur, will we have to set them free. I have the same worries as all parents;

We all seem to have vivid memories of our own summer holidays when we were young, but how do we as parents in this new digital age ensure our children have the same adventures. do we trust our children to be responsible when they are alone, and secondly do we trust other people near our children, not just adults but other kids. But ultimately if we offer them no sense of responsibility then how will they ever learn to go it alone? I read an interview recently with Richard Branson’s mother Eve who took drastic measures to make Richard stand on his own two feet. She explains how Richard was a shy child who would not interact with other adults or children, so one day on the way home from a shopping trip, she stopped the car about three miles from home and told him to find his own way back to the house, telling him “you will have to speak to people to find your way home.” Now, this would not be the way I would parent my children, but I can understand her logic. According to Branson’s story from his autobiography, Losing My Virginity, it took him around 10 hours to arrive home and after the experience his shyness improved. So this summer, as well as all of the preplanned days out and holidays I will offer them some of the responsibility that they so desperately crave and let them ‘play out.’ Our children come alive in the outdoors in a way they just don’t when playing computer games. We owe it to them to do all we can to give them the experiences we treasured so much. The other promise I have made to myself this summer is to experience a festival. I am not a big fan of camping, when I am on holiday I like the luxury of a nice comfy bed, but as they say, ‘you only live once,’ and I feel it’s time to pull on my wellies and see what all the fuss is about. If you are looking for a family friendly festival then there are loads of options available. Cherubs has teamed up with Camp Bestival to offer a family ticket to their festi-holiday jamboree this summer. See page 42.

Win a Family ticket to Camp Bestival with Cherubs! Camp Bestival is a multi-award winning four-day festival taking place from August 1st-4th at Lulworth Castle, Dorset. It’s the ultimate family festival, with something for everyone, including this year’s all-encompassing Around The World theme, musical treats like Labrinth, Richard Hawley, Billy Bragg and Ash. There’s plenty of disco action to be had too with Kid Creole & the Coconuts’ high octane live show and The Cuban Brothers rolling out the good times from across the decades, so you’re guaranteed to be dancing round your handbags long into the night. For the kids there is the Horrible Histories show, comedy headliner Alan Davies, kids’ discos every day in Bollywood, kids faves Mr Tumble and Dick N Dom and so much more to keep everyone smiling all weekend long. For more information and to book tickets go to www.campbestival.net or call 0844 888 4410.

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