Families Hampshire North Jul - Aug 2015 issue 9

ISSUE 9 JULY/AUGUST 2015

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All the best summer holiday activities First day of school nerves

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The essential magazine for families with young children in Andover, Basingstoke, Hook, Fleet, Alton, Bordon & surrounding areas

School stops for summer, learning doesn’t have to Kumon’s maths and English study programmes work throughout the summer to ensure your child is constantly learning and developing their ability.

To unlock your child’s potential, contact your local Instructor for a free assessment.

Basingstoke North 01256 636233 Basingstoke South 01256 533234 Fleet 01252 759131 kumon.co.uk Fees vary. Please refer to your local study centre.

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THIS SUMMER AT QUEEN MARY’S COLLEGE –

HOLIDAY PROGRAMME for children aged 6-12 years at Frogmore Leisure Centre!

We’ve got an all day playscheme and a great variety of shorter stay and play sessions available!

FUN ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES • C hildren’s Holiday Activities (ages 7-11 years) – Sporting Stars, Dance Stars and Creative Stars • C hildren’s parties, adult’s birthday parties, anniversaries and other special occasions catered for including themed parties, waterwalkerz, swimming and brand new… recording studio parties!

• L earn something new in the summer! QMC’s very first summer school – an amazing array of leisure classes and for those of you looking for a qualification; progression opportunities that include study skills programmes, IELTS, Prepare to study in the UK and our new Diploma in Personal Training!

For more details please visit: www.threesixfive.org.uk or call reception on: 01252 873454

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Potley Hill Road, Yateley, Hants, GU46 6AG Tel: 01252 873454 Email: frogmoreleisurecentre@hart.gov.uk

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For more information please refer to page 10 of this edition or if you have internet access visit our website for full details www.qmc.ac.uk.

Contents 4 - 5 News 6 Education: Coping with first day nerves 7 – 10 Summer Holidays

- All the best summer activities

- WIN free travel & accommodation with Wightlink

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News BCoT opens new shop in Basingstoke BCoT is delighted to announce the opening of their new shop, Vintage Treasures on Church Street, Basingstoke.

The shop is run by Victoria Kennedy and her company, VJ Vintage. It stocks a wide range of vintage clothing and homeware as well as items sourced and designed by BCoT students. Victoria began her business predominantly online until she was approached by the College and asked to run the shop in partnership. She was delighted to have the chance to establish roots in the town and said: “This is an excellent opportunity to expand my business whilst allowing college students the chance to gain some valuable work experience in a retail environment. We currently have stock designed by Fashion Retail and Business students and are encouraging others to bring along anything vintage that we could put on our shelves!”

As part of opening and launching the shop, Victoria worked with a team of talented Fashion Retail students to design the Vintage Treasures shop window. She was so impressed with their work that she has commissioned them to create all future windows.

Vintage Treasures is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10am until 4:30pm.

Teddy Bears’ Picnic & Toddle On Wednesday 27th May, First Steps Nursery in Yateley’s children and parents took part in a sponsored toddle and teddy bears’ picnic to raise money for CHECT (Childhood Eye Cancer Trust). A child at their nursery was diagnosed with eye cancer as a baby and this was being successfully treated until unfortunately, a recent check-up showed the cancer had returned and he is now undergoing further treatment.

The children and their teddies started the afternoon with a small assault course continuing with a toddle around the school grounds before finishing with a teddy bears’ picnic on the school field, as well as music, balls, bubbles and face painting. The nursery will be donating 75% of the proceeds from this event to CHECT. For more information on Childhood Eye Cancer Trust, see their website. www.chect.org.uk Sadly, following submission of this article the cancer in the little boy’s eye was found to have spread and he has since had surgery to remove his eye to prevent it spreading further.

Congratulations to Laura Macdonald who won a family ticket to Manydown Family Fun in our March/April issue!

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Encourages growth and development Improves muscle tone, co-ordination and flexibility Helps digestion, wind, constipation and colic Boosts immunity Promotes relaxation and bonding Improves sleep patterns

Enjoy the time for just you and your baby. Baby massage offers relaxation for both baby and parent. Even the person giving the massage releases feel good hormones. These are increasingly released by parent and baby during the massage, enabling both to feel great and relaxed.

Baby Yoga offers relaxing and rejuvenating sessions for parents and their babies, where your baby is an integral part of the yoga sessions.

Baby Yoga perfectly complements baby massage as it builds on your baby’s physical and develops other developmental milestones. It will aid your baby’s brain development and the sense of co-ordination, balance, sensory and motor skills. There are benefits of touch with movement and stretching to you and your baby.

Baby Massage are available in Liphook and Liss. For more information please contact Vera at vera@muzitots.co.uk or www.muzitots.co.uk

Announcement of new Head for St Neot’s Preparatory School The Governors are delighted to announce that Deborah Henderson has been appointed as Head of St Neot’s Preparatory School from September 2015. After a successful two year period as Co-Heads, Maria Lloyd will be retiring at the end of the summer term and Peter Withers will resume his duties as Deputy Head, which will provide stability to the school and substantial support to the new Head.

Deborah Henderson joins St Neot’s from Bishopsgate School in Englefield Green, where she is currently Senior Deputy Head and Deputy Head Academic. She began her teaching career in 1996 and has been a member of staff at Bishopsgate since 2001.

Deborah will be joined at the school by her twin boys, Austin and Arthur, and her daughter, Fern.

On accepting the job, Deborah said ‘I am delighted to have been recently appointed Head of St. Neot’s Prep School from September 2015. I have visited St. Neot’s on a number of occasions throughout my career and have always been struck by the warm, friendly and welcoming reception that I have received. St. Neot’s has much to celebrate and I look forward to building upon and strengthening its success into the future.’ www.stneotsprep.co.uk

News Jubilee Gems – choosing a nursery Jubilee Gems is a term time nursery in the beautiful Berkshire countryside, offering exceptional childcare for children from 2 years old.

Gems understands that choosing a nursery can be a difficult decision but parents can feel confident that their children are receiving high quality care which will benefit them as they continue along their learning journey.

Gems has specifically designed, age appropriate play spaces, with individual gardens and a large paddock for the children to explore and discover their outdoor world. With their own private woodland and working farm, regular visits offer the children a wide variety of unique nursery experiences.

At Jubilee Gems staff ensure that every day is full of fun and learning whilst ensuring that the Government’s Early Years Foundation Stage is embedded in everything they do.

For more information please contact Sian on 01189 834018. www.jubileegems.co.uk

Hampshire locals launch exciting new book in aid of children’s charity A select group of businesses in North Hampshire have been chosen by local residents to feature in a concierge-style book, known as “North Hampshire’s Little Gems”. The book has been created by a small group of local people supporting Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity, which supports families caring for a terminally ill or life threatened child. It showcases little-known or favourite shops, services and suppliers in North Hampshire ranging from restaurants and boutiques to photographers and florists, as well as a short comment from each contributor.

“North Hampshire’s Little Gems” launched in April and all proceeds from the book will go to Rainbow Trust. You can order a copy of the book from their website. www.rainbowtrust.org.uk

Bigger, Bolder, Hattier!

Wear A Hat Day takes place in classrooms across the country Together we are funding the fight and, thanks to more of you than ever, Wear A Hat Day 2015 was the biggest and hattiest yet.

We are greatly indebted to the hundreds of schools and families from up and down the land who have taken part in our flagship fundraising campaign.

For many of you, Brain Tumour Research is a cause that could not be closer to your hearts as you and those around you have been touched by this devastating disease. Your commitment to help us is much appreciated.

We salute the efforts which have taken place in classrooms where young people, teachers, assistants, admin staff and parents have helped their pupils to bake cakes, make and find hats and in so doing discover they can have fun whilst supporting an important cause.

Parenting If You Forget Everything Else Remember This!

Katharine Hill, mother of four grown up children and Director of the UK charity Family Care, debunks the myth of Supermum in her humorous and down to earth new book ‘If You Forget Everything Else Remember This’.

Katharine says: “From that first angelic role in the nativity play to that first love, from broken hearts and best friendships to school bullies, life as a parent is an emotional roller coaster. And amidst the practical chaos of finding swimming goggles and making packed lunches, many of us long for a little wisdom to help us do the job well.”

Here are a few bite-sized bits of wisdom extracted from Katharine’s book: There’s no point trying to be Supermum or Dad! Being a parent is one of the most important and challenging roles that we can have and deserves our very best efforts. But we need to dispel once and for all the myth of Supermum. And if we can acknowledge that parenting is not a spectator sport, it means that we can be free of the pressure to perform.

Let’s lay down the comparisons, be real about both the joys and the challenges, decide how we want to parent in our particular family situation – and then simply do our best.

Put your oxygen mask on first We’re all familiar with the aircraft safety announcement telling people to put their own oxygen masks on first before attending to their children; attending to our own needs first in an emergency means we have the air we need in order to help our children in the most effective way.

As parents, our heartfelt desire to do the very best for our children can be all-consuming. If we are not careful, the result of pouring ourselves totally into our children can be that we neglect ourselves or fail to make time to invest in important adult relationships in our lives.

Values are more often caught than taught While we need to be real and not pretend to be anything we are not, the truth is that our children are watching. They notice if we stop and buy a Big Issue and give the vendor dignity.

They notice if we point out if we have been undercharged when paying for something. They notice how we treat our friends, parents, and colleagues.

The values we live by will be caught rather than taught. We sometimes worry that our children aren’t listening to us, but the sobering truth is that not a word or an action is lost.

If You Forget Everything Else Remember This by Katherine Hill retails at £7.50 and is available from Amazon.

We would love to have your company again next year, don’t forget to register at www.wearahatday.org.

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Education How to cope with first day nerves (yours and theirs!)

By Liat Hughes-Joshi You’ve bought the uniform, sewn on the nametapes and packed their book bag. Now the big first day is almost upon you, reduce the chances of tears at the classroom door with our starting school tips.

A few days beforehand, ease them into a ‘school compatible’ routine If you’ve been enjoying the summer holidays with later nights and relaxed, lazy mornings, head towards the sort of getting up and bedtimes needed for school in advance of day one. It’ll be less of a shock than a sudden change.

Highlight the positives of school life Read stories about school together - try Lauren Child or Janet and Allan Ahlberg’s lovely books on the subject. Or recount tales of your own positive experiences (skip the anecdotes about the super-scary teacher and inedible lunches). Remind them, too, of the things they enjoyed at any settling-in visits, such as ‘ooh, you’ll be able to play with the dressing up box again!’

Pre-empt worries Your child could be anxious about classroom life but unable to articulate their concerns. Ask them how they’re feeling about it and listen out for anything that you can help explain. It could be, what to do if they need the loo during lessons, where you’ll be at picking up time or what happens if they don’t like lunch. Tell them that it’s absolutely fine to talk to the teacher if they’re scared or sad.

Check out the school run in advance A parent getting flustered because they’ve spent ten minutes trying to find parking or the right entrance to the building will not contribute to the calm first day vibe we’re after here.

Do a practice school run a couple of days before if it’s anything other than straightforward and make sure you know where to pick up from, as well as drop off.

On the morning, keep farewells short but sweet A quick hug will often be more reassuring than a ten minute parting ritual which makes it all seem a bigger deal than just a few hours apart. Avoid saying that you’ll miss your child too - it puts the idea in their head that they should miss you. If your little one is especially nervous, it can work well to give them a kiss on their hand to ‘keep’ in their pocket during the day.

Skip the mascara but remember a tissue It’s not just the children who can end up in tears - it’s normal for parents to feel emotional when they first send their reception child through those school gates. If you think you’re about to cry, do try and hold off until you’re out of sight of your child if possible. Most four-year-olds will be more likely to get upset if they see mum sobbing – they probably won’t understand that it’s because you’re proud/taken aback by how grown-up they suddenly look.

But rest assured, if tears should roll, be it yours or your child’s, you won’t be the only ones and we promise no-one will remember in years to come!

Liat Hughes Joshi is a parenting journalist and the author of four books including ‘New Old-fashioned Parenting’ and ‘‎How to Unplug Your Child’ (both published by Summersdale) and Raising Children: The Primary Years (Pearson).

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Summer Holidays Our pick of some of the very best things to do and places to visit this summer!

Find your way down to Manydown Family Fun’s giant bug maize maze!

Manydown Family Fun and Maize Maze is one of the most popular family attractions in the Hampshire area. The new summer season starts on 18th July and runs until the 6th of September and then weekends through September (weather permitting).

It is the perfect place to take your children during the summer holidays as there is plenty to keep them busy. There is the ever popular maize maze; this year the theme is the ‘Big Bug Maze’ where you will become a bug detective finding out fun bug facts!

Once your kids have enjoyed bug detecting around the maze they can spend time in the Fun Field. Activities include racing in and out of the ‘rabbit warren’ and running up the tractor tyre mountain; bouncing on the giant trampolines and inflatables; and winning against Mum or Dad on the new crazy golf course! All activities are, as always, included in your ticket.

After all that fun you can enjoy a sit down in the popular Farmers’ Retreat Cafe to re-fuel for your next adventure… or grab an icecream at Daisy’s Dairy Shack!

There really is something for everyone at Manydown Family Fun, so do go along and join in for their most exciting season yet!

Manydown Family Fun is open 10am-5pm, seven days a week 18th July to 8th September. Weather permitting they will also open weekends through September. www.manydownfamilyfun.co.uk

Visit the Isle of Wight with Wightlink Ferries This summer look no further than a trip to the beautiful Isle of Wight for a family weekend escape. With miles of scenic coastline, 14 award-winning beaches, a tonne of attractions, unique festivals and events, and so much more, the Island has plenty to keep the kids occupied.

Just a short trip over the Solent from Portsmouth or Lymington with Wightlink Ferries, the holiday begins as soon as you step on board one of Wightlink’s spacious car or foot passenger ferries. Ferries arrive on the Island in less than an hour, meaning families don’t have to travel far to feel a million miles away from the stresses of everyday life.

The Island is home to a number of popular attractions and there is something for everyone. History buffs can visit heritage properties such as Carisbrooke Castle to learn about its Royal connections and meet the resident donkeys, whilst families looking for a thrill can head to Blackgang Chine, the familyfriendly theme park where imaginations run wild. And, with the vast array of award-winning beaches on offer, kids can let off steam whilst parents enjoy a well-earned break in the sunshine.

The Isle of Wight boasts a range of accommodation options that cater to the needs of every family. From family-friendly campsites to cottage rentals and boutique hotels, these can all be found on Wightlink’s website, making organising an exciting summer getaway easier than ever before.

So what are you waiting for? Go, stay and do on the Isle of Wight this summer and escape with Wightlink Ferries for some…room to breathe.

For more information and to book visit www.wightlink.co.uk.

Gilbert’s Games & Country Fair Gilbert’s Games & Country Fair is a great family event for all ages, with period games and pastimes such as Trap and Ball, croquet on the lawn, melon rolling, Aunt Sally and more. The lawn and meadow will be packed with activities. Outside there will be Ferret Racing all weekend from the Hants & Berks Ferret Club, and there will also be local crafts people demonstrating their traditional skills: from knot tying to carving. In addition, there will be a demonstration of the ancient game of Stool Ball and the Hampshire Regency Dancers will be performing inside the Museum, with the opportunity for visitors to take part. This is your chance to impress Mr Darcy!

There is a reduced admission charge throughout the weekend of £8 for adults and £3 for children (under-5s go free). This includes access to Gilbert’s Games, the Museum and nearly 30 acres of garden and ancient parkland – many of the activities are free. Free on-site parking is available off Gracious Street. Refreshments will be available on the lawn, and in the award-winning Tea Parlour.

Gilbert’s Games & Country Fair opens at 10.30am until 5.15pm on Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd August. See website for details www.gilbertwhiteshouse.org.uk.

Camp in, camp out, camp all about!

Summer holidays are a perfect time for kids to get creative and build a shelter or den.

Whether it’s a sheet between two clothes-airers, tablecloth over the back of the sofa or a rug over a rope between two trees, it’s a great way to encourage kids to work together and get inventive in creating a fun space to play. In fine weather why not sleep out in your den and experience the sights and sounds of night-time.

Interested in a real camping experience? Girlguiding have a number of campsites across the country with on-site facilities including adventurous activities. To find out more visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/activitycentres

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Summer Holidays 2015 Summer Reading Challenge Libraries across the UK are getting ready to encourage young readers to explore some of the astonishing real-life achievements and world records as featured in the Guinness World Records Book as part of the Summer Reading Challenge 2015.

Organised by The Reading Agency charity and the public library network, the annual Summer Reading Challenge, aimed at 4-11 year olds and their families, is simple and fun. Children are encouraged to read six or more library books of their choice during the summer holidays with collectable incentives and rewards, plus a certificate or medal for every child who completes the Challenge. Children can sign up at their local library at the start of the summer holidays - it’s absolutely free - and pre-schoolers can take part in the mini-Challenge.

As part of this year’s Challenge, children, parents, carers, young volunteers, teachers, much-loved children’s authors and important figures in communities around the UK will be asked to make a pledge to help set a new Guinness World Records™ title for the Most Pledges Received for a Reading Campaign! Public libraries are collecting pledges across the UK between Friday 10 and Monday 13 July: check with your local library to find out when you can submit your pledge.

The official launch date of the Summer Reading Challenge in England is Saturday 11 July (although local variation applies).

For more information on the Summer Reading Challenge including how to get involved, and resources for schools, go to www.readingagency.org.uk/summerreadingchallenge.

WIN a weekend away on the Isle of Wight The Isle of Wight is the perfect destination for families looking for a fun-filled weekend escape and Wightlink Ferries, along with The West Bay Country Club & Spa, is giving you and your family the chance to win a weekend break on the Island.

A family of four will travel with Wightlink for a one-night weekend stay in September or October* 2015. The winning family will enjoy a stay at The West Bay Country Club & Spa, offering New England style self-catering houses and an ideal base for a fussfree family weekend escape. Located in the West Wight, an area of outstanding natural beauty, families can explore the Island’s 28 miles of heritage coastline or let the kids loose in the West Bay Kids activity programme.

For a weekend away, families should look no further than a trip to the Isle of Wight. With plenty of room to breathe it is the place to be, and Wightlink is the way to get there.

For your chance to win this unique weekend break, simply tell us how many miles of heritage coastline there is on the Isle of Wight. To enter, and view full T&Cs, visit www. familieshampshirenorth.co.uk/competitions. Competition closes at midnight on 10th August 2015. *excluding 10-14 September and October half term

The Hawk Conservancy Trust, Andover The Hawk Conservancy Trust, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, is a full day out for all the family. There are up to three world-class flying displays each day which showcase the skill of their birds, over 150 birds of prey on view from the tiny Pygmy Owl to the impressive Steller’s Sea Eagles, and every visitor can hold a bird of prey! Don’t miss the new ‘Wings of Africa’ display. See Sacred Ibis fly elegantly alongside owls, vultures and kites; experience the Savannah with the dramatic impact of a bushfire and African rainstorm and the appearance of Meerkats! During the school summer holidays, there’s the chance to take part in the ‘Sarson Falconer’ - a medieval-themed display that re-enacts falconry from times gone by. At weekends and during school holidays, there are extra activities including duck racing, ferret racing, pond-dipping and tractor rides. The little ones can let off steam in the adventure play area or by dashing around the grounds to hunt for the raptor stamps for the Raptor Passport, with the ultimate aim of winning a treat. For those who want to learn more and get closer to the birds, there are Children’s Owl Experiences, Young Falconer Experiences and Family Experiences, all of which are held on specific dates and offer an extraordinary memory to cherish forever.

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The Hawk Conservancy Trust offers an out-of-the-ordinary venue for a child’s birthday, with a range of enjoyable activities and entertainment for a minimum of five children. Each birthday child can help start the duck or ferret race, and will have an owl fly to them with a special birthday message! There is a great menu of party food and party bags, and invitations and a cake can be supplied! The Trust is a charity with the conservation of birds of prey at its heart, and a visit goes a long way to support the international conservation work the Trust performs. For those who want to visit many times and want to support the conservation work, there is the chance to become a member of the Trust from £3 a month.

Take the family to the Hawk Conservancy Trust for a day in the country; to have fun, to learn, to be inspired and to be amazed.

Please check their website opening times and daily timetables.

The site is fully accessible with Feathers Restaurant and the Trust Shop onsite. www.hawkconservancy.org

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Summer Holidays Summer Holiday Drama Courses - based on the magical Ice Queen story Perform is back this summer with an enchanting holiday course for 4-7 year old children.

Based on the popular Ice Queen story, the children will go on an amazing adventure guaranteed to fire their imaginations. Whether they’re creating a dazzling ice palace, whooshing downhill on a reindeer sleigh or enjoying singing with a snowman, the energetic team of actors, musicians and dancers will be with them every step of the way to inspire and encourage.

With colourful costumes, original songs and live music, children will enjoy a fun-packed course putting together a fantastic show that will delight family and friends. With the emphasis on having fun and developing confidence skills, a Perform course will be the talk of the holidays.

The cost of the course is £153 - with an exclusive 10% discount to Families Magazine readers, 25% discount for siblings and reductions for groups.

Classes in your area are held in Fleet at the Zebon Copse Centre, Danvers Drive, Church Crookham, GU52 0ZE, from 17th to 21st August, 2.30pm – 4.30pm. To book please contact 0845 400 4000 or enquiries@perform.org.uk.

The Holiday Programme at Frogmore Leisure Centre!

Frogmore Leisure Centre in Yateley run a fantastic holiday programme during the school holidays for children aged 6 – 12 years.

There are two great options to choose from; an all day playscheme, or ‘stay and play sessions’.

Playscheme: The all day playscheme is available from 8.30am – 6pm.

Children should bring lunch and wear suitable clothing for playing and going outside. Snacks and drinks are provided in the morning and afternoon.* Stay and play sessions: These are available at the following times: 9.15-10.45, 10.1511.45, 14.00-15.30 and 15.00-16.30.

Children should wear suitable clothing for playing and going outside. Drinks are provided throughout the session.* Below are just some of the activities that will be taking place: Clay modelling, making giant bubbles, football, dancing, ultimate frisbee, music, basketball, slacklining, bouncy castle, hair braiding, dodgeball, face painting and much more!

All of these opportunities are supported by trained and experienced staff who have all been CRB/DBS checked for suitability. Please call on: 01252 873454 to book your child’s space now! *Terms and conditions apply – please see website for more details: www.threesixfive.org.uk

What’s happening this summer at Queen Mary’s College?

Their popular children’s activities, Sporting Stars, Dance Stars and Creative Stars are running again this summer Monday to Friday.

Book early to avoid disappointment!

Let them take the strain and organise your child’s birthday party.

They cater for adult special occasions and celebrations too! Great facilities are available including a licensed bar, and they can even help with the food!

Be one of the first to book for a new and exciting recording studio party. Does your child love to sing into their hairbrush? Give them the experience of recording their very own CD with a group of friends which can be followed by a red carpet birthday party. The recording studio is available for all age groups (sound engineer included).

Join in for the launch of QMC’s First Summer School offering a programme of leisure courses and accredited qualifications.

Learn something new for the summer; whether for general interest or to change your career!

Contact details: • Full details of all activities online at www.qmc.ac.uk • C hildren’s activities and sporting birthday parties 01256 418301 or sports.centre@qmc.ac.uk • R ecording Studio and themed birthday parties 01256 418318 or central.studio@qmc.ac.uk • S ummer School courses 01256 417517 or adult.education@qmc.ac.uk

Festival Place is your place to get your summer on!

Looking for summer fashion, family fun, al fresco dining and live entertainment? Look no further than Festival Place’s Summer Festival that runs until 31st August.

There’s live music on the Festival Sound stage starting on 11th July and an amazing animatronic performance from Amir the Meerkat on 18th July. Star Wars fans won’t want to miss the Stormtrooper parades on 1st and 2nd August and kids will love Cool Tech Day on 14th August, where MenKind will be showing off their latest gadgets. You can even build your very own robot! The following day, 15th August, sees something special for younger children too. Make sure they bring their favourite teddy for a Teddy Bears’ Picnic and fashion show complete with outfits provided by Build-A-Bear.

If chilling out is your thing, you’re sure to enjoy the Summer Garden that runs all summer long in Festival Square. Over the weekend of 25th and 26th July the summer vibe really comes to town with Festival Beach Club, featuring DJs, dancers and delicious food and drink. The perfect way to get in the holiday spirit!

Festival Place is situated in the heart of Basingstoke, a short walk from the train station and just minutes from junction 6 off the M3. To find out more, visit their website. www.festivalplace.co.uk/summerfestival

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Out & about this summer

Summer Holiday Clubs, Classes & Camps

Perform - The Ice Queen Summer Holiday Course

Zebon Copse Centre, Danvers Drive, Church Crookham, GU52 0ZE 17th to 21st August Perform is back this summer with an enchanting holiday course for 4-7 year old children. Based on the popular Ice Queen story, the children will go on an amazing adventure guaranteed to fire their imaginations. 2.30pm to 4.30pm. £153. Contact 0845 400 4000 or enquiries@ perform.org.uk. www.perform.org.uk

Sports Xtra Summer Holiday Fun

Everest Community Academy, Oxford Way, Basingstoke, RG24 9UP 27th July to 28th August Everest Academy and Sports Xtra have teamed up again this summer to provide fun and exciting summer activities for the children and to provide parents with a high quality and structured summer childcare option. The camp will run every day across the five full weeks of the summer holiday at Everest Academy from Monday 27th July through to Friday 28th August. Bookings can be made online or by calling 08453 716121. For ages 5 to 12 years. 9am to 4pm. £30 per session. www.sports-xtra.com

Stagecoach Basingstoke Summer School Sherfield School, Sherfieldon-Loddon, RG27 0HU 17th to 21st August Fun, confidence-building, educational classes in acting, singing and dance. See website for further details. www.stagecoach.co.uk

Phoenix Summer Youth Project 2015

The Phoenix Theatre & Arts Centre, Station Road, Bordon, GU35 0LR 27th July to 8th August Alice in Wonderland Jr. The Phoenix’s Summer Youth Project is open to anyone between the ages of 8 to 18 and is an opportunity to work with a professional creative theatre team. Contact info@ phoenixarts.co.uk or 01420 472664 for an application form. www.phoenixarts.co.uk

Summer at Queen Mary’s College Cliddesden Road, Basingstoke, RG21 3HF The popular children’s activities, Sporting Stars, Dance Stars and Creative Stars are running again this summer from Monday to Friday. Contact 01256 418301 or sports.centre@qmc.ac.uk or see their website for full details of all activities online. www.qmc.ac.uk.

KOOSA Kids

Court Moor Secondary School, Spring Woods, Fleet, GU52 7RY

Bohunt School, Longmoor Road, Liphook, GU30 7NY Tadley Primary School, The Green, Tadley, RG26 3PB KOOSA Kids holiday clubs run every school holiday for children aged 4 to 13. The activity day runs from 8.15am to 6.00pm, with the option to book a shorter day from 10.00am to 4.00pm. Book your child in at the venues above. www.koosakids.co.uk

Super Camps Holiday Childcare Rookwood School, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 3AL 20th July to 27th August Sherfield School, Sherfieldon-Loddon, Hook, RG27 0HU 6th July to 4th September An exciting new programme is in place for 2015 featuring more than 40 sports, arts and crafts for children aged 4 to 14.

Book your children into camps at the venues above for the summer holidays.

Contact 01235 467300 for more information or see their website for details. www.supercamps.co.uk

Events at Hollycombe – Steam in the Country Liphook, GU30 7LP

Seasonal Opening Ongoing Working steam museum with traditional fairground. Hollycombe is now open for the 2015 season and will be open on Sundays and Bank Holidays to mid-October.

Revisit free of charge as many times as you like during a calendar year from date of first purchased entry. 11am to 5pm. Adults £14, children £10, family tickets available.

Fairground weekend & mechanical organ gathering 18th & 19th July Roll up! Roll up! It’s all the fun of the fair! Enjoy our traditional steam fairground and visiting attractions including fairground models, transport, living vans and historic photographs. 11am to 5pm.

Children’s Teddy Bears’ Outing 16th August Today’s the day that Teddy Bears are encouraged to come along to Hollycombe and join in the fun!

Bring along your teddies and maybe a picnic and enjoy it in the peaceful woodland gardens before the afternoon fun starts. 11am to 5pm. www.hollycombe.co.uk

Frogmore Leisure Centre Fantastic holiday programme during the school holidays for children aged 6 – 12 years. Choose from an all day playscheme, or ‘stay and play sessions’. All activities are supported by trained and experienced staff who have all been CRB/DBS checked for suitability. Please call on: 01252 873454 to book your child’s space now! Please see website for more details. www.threesixfive.org.uk

DINOFEST2015 – Dino Hunter at Milestones Milestones Museum, Churchill Way, Basingstoke, RG22 6PG Ongoing Discover some of the earliest dinosaur hunters, and marvel at some of the creatures living in our seas 190 million years ago before encountering five life-size animatronic dinosaurs. You can even book on to the fossil dig to unearth finds of your own.

Normal admission charges apply.

Tue to Sun. Various other DINOFEST events are happening in Hampshire

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Hampshire Gateway – Activities for children and young people with disabilities and/or additional needs

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Multiple activities at venues across the region, from water sports and play schemes to days in the park.

Far too many to list here!

See www.hampshiregateway. info for full listing of all events and relevant information.

appreciating and this event will have the very best of the County’s produce for visitors to sample and experience and demonstrations from seven leading chefs to inspire.

If you enjoy eating out locally then expect to see some of Hampshire’s finest chefs in the Demo Kitchen including Andy MacKenzie and Olly Rouse (Lainston House), Damian Brown (Chesil Rectory), Luke Matthews (Chewton Glen), James Golding (The Pig), Phil Yeomans (Marwell Hotel) and Mark Price (River Canteen).

The event is run as part of the Hampshire Food Festival in conjunction with Hampshire Fare.

Tickets can be purchased online at sparsholt.ac.uk.

Activities at Zoo

Andover, SP11 8DY The Sarson Falconer Display 1st July to 31st August Your chance to take part in The Sarson Falconer, costumed medieval display at the Trust.

Display takes place daily at 2pm throughout the summer holidays (weather permitting). For your chance to be involved simply sign up at reception in the morning on arrival. Spaces are limited, first come first served. 2pm. Normal admission charges apply Wings of Africa 1st July to 31st August New Wings of Africa display at the Trust – takes place daily at 11.30am over the summer. Watch Sacred Ibis fly elegantly alongside vultures, owls and kites, and experience the Savannah with the dramatic impact of a bushfire and African rainstorm followed by an appearance of meerkats. 11.30am.

Normal admission charges apply.

Brew at the Zoo 10th July Join us in historic grade 1 listed Marwell Hall for a fabulous traditional afternoon tea in the centre of Marwell Zoo. We’ll be showcasing locally sourced produce from local bakery Oven Door, delicious Hampshire Jam and Chutney and local clotted cream from Clarke’s Dairy. You can even add a glass of fizz! Plus there’s a special afternoon tea box for kids. 12.30pm & 3pm sitting.

Booking is essential - please call 0844 7364215 and book early to avoid disappointment.

Adult: £22.50 / £41.50 (includes zoo entry) or add a glass of fizz for £27.00 / £46.00 Child: £13.00 / £27.00 (includes zoo entry)

Wild Explorers 23rd July to 31st August Embark on our new explorer trail and take part in the various activities happening in and around the zoo. 10am – 6pm daily. Normal park entry prices apply.

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Sparsholt College’s Taste of Hampshire Sparsholt College, Winchester, SO21 2NF 4th July A celebration of the region’s finest food and drink will see ‘Hampshire’ as the dish of the day at Sparsholt College’s Taste of Hampshire on Saturday 4 July 2015. Food and drink is about tasting, cooking and

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Visit Britain’s largest working traditional steam fairground and railway, and enjoy the rides including the unique Razzle Dazzle, the world’s first ‘white knuckle’ ride.

The rides may be old but the atmosphere is cordial and ideal for that relaxed, family day out. All the rides are included in the one-off admission price, and once you’ve paid, you can come back free as many times as you like for a year!

While we run as many rides as we can on Sundays, on other days, some rides may not run and those that do may run to a timetable.

OPEN: Sundays & B Hols. Daily (except Mondays) 4th-31st August Gates open at 11.00: Rides from 12.30 Midhurst Road, Liphook, Hampshire, GU30 7LP Follow the brown signs. 01428 742 900 www.hollycombe.co.uk

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Plus there are special offers on the day. Head to our newly refurbished main gift shop between 11am and 4pm for your chance to taste the delights on offer. Normal park entry prices apply. www.marwell.org.uk

Summer Festival at Festival Place

Churchill Way, Basingstoke, RG21 7L 11th July to 31st August The Summer Festival has something for all members of the family. From live music on the Festival Sound Stage on 11th July, to a Teddy Bears’ Picnic & fashion show (with outfits provided by Build-A-Bear!) on 15th August, and the Summer Garden in Festival Square all summer, this is the perfect way to get in the holiday spirit. See article on page 10 for full details. www.festivalplace.co.uk

Holiday Activities at The Malls Shopping Centre Churchill Way, Basingstoke,

RG21 7QU 11th July to 29th August Various events at The Malls throughout the summer holidays.

Have your photo taken with your favourite Mr Men characters on 18th July; crafts workshop on 5th August; Mad Hatters Tea Party on 26th August; and much more. See their advert on page 13 for the full list of activities. www.themallsbasingstoke.co.uk

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Basingstoke, RG21 7LS Saturday Activities for Children 11th July to 22nd August 02/06/2015 Film & children’s crafts on alternating Saturdays. 10am.

Friday Craft Activities 24th July to 28th August Various craft activities. For 4 yrs+.

10am to 12noon & 2pm to 4pm.

Charlie’s Storytelling Parties 29th July – Where the Wild Things Are 5th August - The Day the Crayons Quit 12th August – The Snail and the Whale Join children’s entertainer and actress Charlie Sanderson for a super interactive 45 minute storytelling party. Book in advance to avoid missing out. 10am & 11.15am. £3 per child, adults go free.

Be confident and safe around dogs 4 August The Education and Community Officer for Dogs Trust in the South is providing a workshop on dog safety for children aged 5 to 11 years. 2pm. £1, adults free.

Face Paints and Balloon Models 15th August Charlie & Emma will be here to paint your face or make balloon models of record breaking animals.

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Lush Bubble Bath 21st August Join the staff from ‘Lush’ in Festival Place for a fun-filled

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Solar Sunday with Farnham Astronomical Society 19th July & 16th August For adults and families. 1pm-4pm.

Free (donations welcome). NB This event will only go ahead if the weather is good on the day.

Worldwide Whitchurch Weekend

Whitchurch, Hampshire 17th to 19th July The first ‘Worldwide Whitchurch Weekend’...

A coming together of all the Whitchurches – we will be joined by 12 of the other 14 communities to showcase our Whitchurch in Hampshire to celebrate belonging to the ‘Whitchurch’ community.

The Worldwide Whitchurch Weekend is a celebration of all the things we love about Whitchurch, Hampshire – the rich heritage of our Silk Mill, the acclaimed fishing in the crystal clear waters of the River Test, the community itself and the tapestry of people who make up this community.

See the website for more details of daily events & activities. www.worldwidewhitchurch weekend.com

The Big Bug Maize Maze at Manydown!

Scrapps Hill Farm, Worting Road, Basingstoke, RG23 8PU 18th July to 8th September Find your way down to Manydown Family Fun’s giant bug maize maze! Then handle the chicks and rabbits and experience the tractor ride. Enjoy the ‘rabbit warren’; the giant inflatables; and the new crazy golf course! Fun for all the family.

Season tickets now available for 2015 events. Manydown Family Fun is open 10am-5pm, seven days a week 18th July to 8th September. Weather permitting we will also open weekends through September. 10am to 5pm. www.manydownfamilyfun.co.uk

Summer Picnic

Whitchurch Silk Mill, Whitchurch, RG28 7AL 19th July Bring a rug and a picnic and sit back and enjoy live music from local indie folk band, The Grizzly Folk. There will also be teas, coffees and snacks in the mill tea rooms; ice creams and soft drinks on sale in the garden; a Pimms tent and traditional ales from local breweries. 12pm to 6pm. www.whitchurchsilkmill.org.uk

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Wild Learning Holiday Club 23rd, 24th, 28th, 29th & 30th July and 4th, 5th & 6th August From the secret camp deep in the woods venture out to try den building, fire making, mud sculptures, tree climbing, stream dipping and more. For ages 5 years+. 10.15am to 4pm. £38 per day. See www.wild-learning.net for more info.

Fun in The Malls 11th July – Giant Balloon Installation Come along and bid on your favourite balloon at 3.30pm.

17th July – Summer day of Fun A day of fun with St Michael’s Hospice and the Bread & Butter Theatre P.E Teachers!

18th July – Meet the Mr Men Meet and have your photo taken with your favourite Mr Men characters.

23rd - 25th July – Punch and Judy Festival Come and enjoy the annual festival with shows all day from 11.30am.

30th July - 1st August – Playtime fun Playtime fun as you jump for joy on a trampoline.

1st August – Watch out the Whizzers are about!

5th August – Crafts Workshop Help to decorate a rather large fort at our special Crafts Workshop.

8th August – Fun with the Acro-Chaps Thinking of becoming an Gymnast? Then come and see the Acro-chaps in action.

15th August – The Seal, unique walkabout act 26th August – Mad Hatters Tea party Come and join the Mad Hatter’s Tea party – Competition for the best dressed character.

Caterpillar Crafts Go Wild! – 30th July Beasts & Bugs – 20th August An exciting opportunity for young people with a disability or additional needs, and their families, to have a fun-filled day in the woods. There’ll be a theme for the day and exciting trails to follow as well as some WOW crafts! Full care support is offered. 10am to 2pm.

Family Forest Walk and Picnic 4th August Our rangers will lead you on a walk down the Lodge Pond Trail revealing facts and finds along the way. Bring your own picnic and some drinks.

May not be suitable for buggies.

Ages 6 yrs+ accompanied. 11am1pm. £8 per family.

Ancient Hunting Skills 10th August Discover how our ancestors would have tracked and hunted animals.

Bring a packed lunch and be prepared for any weather. For ages 10 yrs+. 10am-3.30pm. £30 per child.

To book call Mollie on 07979 321369 or email info@ fieldfarmproject.com. For more information, visit www.fieldfarmproject.com.

Willow Weaving family event 11th August Try our natural craft projects including bird feeders, sailing rafts and fancy fish while learning about the wonders of willow at Alice Holt Forest. All children will need an adult to help. For ages 6yrs+.

10am-11am, 11.30am-12.30pm or 2pm-3pm. £6 per child.

29th Aug – Story tales with cuddly Teddy and Mr Otter The Malls Shopping Centre, Churchill Way, Basingstoke, RG21 7QU Tel: 01256 468892

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WHat’s ON Den Building 19th August Green shelter or natural hideaway this is real self-build in action. For ages 8yrs+. 10am-12noon. £8 per child.

Booking is essential for all activities at Alice Holt. Call 01420 23666 or see www.forestry.gov. uk/aliceholt.

It’s a SUMMER SPECTACULAR at Finkley Down Farm!

Finkley Down Farm Park, Andover, SP11 6NF 23rd July to 30th August Cheer on your favourite sheep in the “British Lamb Prix” which takes place at 2pm every day.

Enjoy a ride on one of our Shetland Ponies (extra charge). There is a timetable of animal activities such as rabbit handling, calf feeding, pony grooming and bottle feeding of lambs. You can also visit Reptile Encounters and see the snakes, chameleons and bearded dragons.

There’s lots of outdoor play with trampolines, go carts, sandpit, zip wire, den building and our new water bomb attraction ”Water Wars”. Magic Shows (MondayFriday) take place in the Giant Indoor Play Barn. We have visits from some special children’s TV characters: Paddington (July 29th), Teenage Ninja Turtles (August 6th), Fireman Sam (August 13th) and Peppa Pig (August 20th). Normal admission charges apply. www.finkleydownfarm.co.uk

Animation Studio – movie making workshop 3rd August Try your hand at stop motion animation. Create characters using plasticine, card and other materials and work in small groups to make a movie using laptops, cameras and stop motion software. The final film will be put on the internet for you to watch or download. For ages 8-12 yrs. 1.30pm to 4pm. £13.50. www.thelights.org.uk

Gilberts Games and Country Fair

Gilbert White’s House, High Street, Selborne, GU34 3JH 1st & 2nd August Summer at Gilbert White & The Oates Collections is full of Family Fun! Throughout the holidays there will be themed trials and activities within the museum and the gardens. July’s theme is Teddy Bears’ Picnic and in August we look at Dinosaurs! On the 1st & 2nd August we hold our annual Gilberts Games and Country Fair, a fantastic family day out full of traditional games, activities and entertainment. www.gilbertwhiteshouse.org.uk

“Up, up, up and Away!”

St Philip and St James Church, Kings Road, Fleet, GU51 3AR 27th to 31st July Five mornings of singing, art, craft, activities, stories and games exploring the Christian message for children aged 4-11.

To book please contact our Parish Office, 01252 812114, office@ parishoffleet.org.uk. 9.30am to 12noon. £3.50 per day or £15 for full week if booked in advance. www.parishoffleet.org.uk

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West Street, Andover, SP10 1AH Magical Movie Making – family animation workshop 3rd August Create a character using lots of exciting materials, then use the magic of stop motion animation to make your character come to life on screen. Tutor Lucy will help to put the final film on the internet for you to watch and share with friends. For ages 5 yrs+. 10am to 12.30pm. £10.

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Day Out With Thomas

Mid Hants Railway Ltd, The Railway Station, Alresford, SO24 9JG 8th to 16th August Thomas & Friends return to the Watercress Line for more family fun! Shake hands with the Fat Controller, meet Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends, take part in Thomas themed activities and ride the big steam trains all day! FREE Thomas sticker and certificate for every child! FREE activities, bouncy slide, tea cup ride, children’s entertainer and Thomas tattoos! FREE rides with Thomas, Toad and Diesel!

It’s a great value family day out, not to be missed!

Make their day a Day Out With Thomas and book your tickets online at www. dayoutwiththomas.co.uk to get your free gift or simply pay on the day.

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Performances The Haymarket Wote Street, Basingstoke, RG21 7NW www.anvilarts.org.uk Coram Boy 9th July, 7.30pm Set in 18th-century England, this is a tale of two cities - Gloucester & London - and a tale of two orphans at the Coram Hospital for Foundling Children, set against a backdrop of a true and tragic episode of British social history.

Adults £9, under 16s £7.

Pongo’s Party 11th & 12th July, 2pm With CBeebies’ Justin Fletcher and Nicole Davis as the voices of Pongo the Pig and Molly-Moo the Cow. Come and help make Pongo’s party a day to remember, by joining in a show full of fun, songs and laughter. Suitable for ages 3 to 7. £12. Please note that Justin and Nicole do not appear in person.

Fusion Dance Show 17th & 18th July, 7.30pm Be entertained with this annual display and get your feet-a-tapping whilst singing along to some old school tunes and modern tracks to suit everyone’s taste. Adults £14, under 16s £8.

Live 2 Dance 25th July, 7.30pm From contemporary to showcase, through classical, rock and pop, bring your family on a journey where the magic never stops.

Adults £12, under 16s £8.

Chandelle Stage School - Twenty Five Years of Twinkling Stars 26th July, 6pm The Chandelle Stage School is proud to present its 25th anniversary show. All proceeds will help young people who suffer from cystic fibrosis within the local community. Adults £14.50, under 16s £9.50.

an easier life outside during the Great Depression where tomorrow is always brighter because of hope. From £12.

Proteus Theatre Company Council Road, Basingstoke, RG21 3DH www.proteustheatre.com Robin Hood and His Merry Followers 13th & 14th July, 7pm This fast-paced play uses both music and dance in a unique re-telling of the legend of Robin Hood. Performed by the ProPellers, part of Proteus & Central Studio Young People’s Theatre.

Adults £5, under 16s £3.

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Basingstoke Saturday 11th July Aldworth School, Western Way, Basingstoke, RG22 6HA. 2pm to 4pm.

Contact tom@babyandchildrensmarket. co.uk Andover Saturday 18th July John Hanson Community School, Floral Way, Andover, SP10 3PB. 2pm to 4pm.

Contact tom@babyandchildrensmarket. co.uk Fleet Sunday 26th July The Key Centre, The Key, Elvetham Heath, Fleet, GU51 1HA. 2pm to 4pm.

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The Lights West Street, Andover, SP10 1AH www.thelights.org.uk Pongo’s Party 27th July, 2pm With CBeebies’ Justin Fletcher and Nicole Davis as the voices of Pongo the Pig and Molly-Moo the Cow. Come and help make Pongo’s party a day to remember, by joining in a show full of fun, songs and laughter. Suitable for ages 3 to 7. £12. Please note that Justin and Nicole do not appear in person.

Annie 13th & 14th August, 7.30pm 15th August, 2.30pm & 7.30pm Presented by Rare Productions Youth Theatre Group. Deserted in an orphanage run by the wicked Miss Hannigan, Annie escapes to

Alton Saturday 11th July Assembly Rooms, High Street, Alton, GU34 1BA. 2pm to 4pm.

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Hartley Wintney Saturday 11th July Victoria & Appleton Centre, West Green Road, Hartley Wintney, RG27 8RQ. 10.15am to 11.30am. www.nct.org.uk

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