In this issue... School's out for summer!
Clubs and classes Summer camps
Plus... Your guide to all the best local events and activities for families this summer Issue 77 July/August 2018 familiesonline.co.uk
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Local News Awful Auntie is coming to Portsmouth! From the award-winning West End producers of Gangsta Granny comes the world premiere of David Walliams’ AWFUL AUNTIE, an amazing tale of frights, fights and friendship, featuring a very large owl, a very small ghost and a very awful Auntie! Based on the bestselling book for children, this acclaimed stage adaptation is coming to the Kings Theatre, Southsea from 12 – 16 September. Don’t miss this hilarious and thrilling show for all the family. Book your tickets by calling 023 9282 8282 or visit kingsportsmouth.co.uk “It’s a magnificent production – I loved it! Can’t wait for you to see it.” DAVID WALLIAMS
Cook like a pro with Food Portsmouth Food Portsmouth have a new 4-week basic cooking course aimed at those moving into permanent accommodation and want to refresh their cookery skills, learn new ones and get more confident in the kitchen. The course is open to all ages; couples, men, women and others; run by two instructors in small groups at Pompey in the Community. All ingredients and everything you will need are included – even the takeaway boxes to put the cooked food in. A kitchen equipment starter pack will be presented on completion of the course. Total cost for the 4 weeks is £5 – payable at the beginning or weekly. Further courses will run in August, September, October and November/December this year. www.foodportsmouth.org/whats-on The course is based on the success of the Men’s Kitchen which has been running for 2 years as it is estimated there are just under 500 individuals in this situation.
Celebrate Play on Playday UK! Playday is the national day for play in the UK and will take place this year on Wednesday 1 August. Playday is an annual celebration of children's play with thousands of children and families playing outside at events across the UK. It is an opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of children's play and the need for quality play opportunities every day of the year. From small-scale community events to thousands of children taking part in events organised in parks and open spaces – Playday is celebrated by each community in a way that suits them. As well as a celebration of children’s right to play, Playday is a campaign that highlights the importance of play in children’s lives.
Choosing the Music for ABRSM Piano Exams Are your children taking ABRSM Piano exams? Have you ever wondered who decides which pieces appear in the syllabus? At ABRSM, the Learning & Qualifications team is dedicated to creating syllabuses packed with wonderful music to learn and play. This team reviews syllabuses on an ongoing basis, asking for feedback, looking at what’s worked well before and keeping abreast of developments in music education. ABRSM issues a fully-refreshed Piano syllabus every two years and creating new lists of pieces takes anything from two years upwards. A panel of expert consultants helps with this vital work. The views of teachers and pupils are also really important. As a result of recent feedback, ABRSM has paid particular attention to the pieces set for Grades 1 to 3 to ensure they are accessible and enjoyable for younger learners. Earlier this year it also held its first ever Piano Party, where young pianists tried out pieces for future syllabuses. Whatever the grade, we offer a broad range of music for teachers and candidates to choose from. It’s all about providing pieces to motivate, encourage and inspire. Find out more about ABRSM Piano exams at www.abrsm.org/piano
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Explore, Discover & Learn at Ryde School
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Ryde School is the independent day and boarding school on the Isle of Wight for boys and girls aged 2 1/2 to 18. Beach and Forest School sessions have long been a part of the Junior School. Alongside the vibrant academic curriculum, children spend time immersed in nature, learning skills invaluable to their wider development, broadening their learning through discovery; building confidence and fostering their natural desire to learn and explore. Inter-schools maths challenges, explosive science sessions in the Senior and the Junior School Science Labs and fun, educational residential trips like a night in a museum or a trip to Salamanca help children ignite their passion for learning. Linda Dennis, Head of the Junior School at Ryde, firmly believes that this igniting of children's excitement in learning is the way to ensure pupils and their teachers discover the pupils’ talents, enabling them to grow and enhance those talents, ready for Senior School and the wider world. Team sports matches against other schools, on and off the Island and sailing competitions in the School’s own fleet of dinghies also embed the team spirit and healthy competition that are part of the Ryde School ethos. Our next open morning is on Saturday 6 October 10.00am until 12.30pm. Come and join us for interesting activities, a tour of the school and a complimentary family lunch. For more information please call 01983 617970 or email admissions@rydeschool.net
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INDEPENDENT DAY & BOARDING SCHOOL Full, Flexi and Weekly boarding options available for boys & girls Excellent GCSE, A Level and IB results Exciting extra-curricular programme including competitive sailing Scholarships and Bursaries available for entry into Years 5, 7, 9 and the Sixth Form FOR MORE INFORMATION Call +44 (0)1983 617970 or visit www.rydeschool.org.uk Queen’s Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3BE An island school with a global outlook since 1921
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Clubs and Classes
r u o y n o t e G bike this h t i w r e m m u s ! l a d e P 2 Pedal Our beautiful part of the UK has become the home of a cycling club with a difference. Based from Petersfield covering Hampshire, Surrey and West Sussex, Pedal 2 Pedal caters for cyclists of all ages and abilities, especially those who share a passion for exploring off-road trails and getting muddy! Pedal 2 Pedal was established by cross country mountain bike racer and British Cycling coach Hannah Attenburrow. Pedal 2 Pedal offers a mixture of; • • • • •
Junior cycling courses aimed to get kids riding safely and confidently, Support getting children from stabilisers to independent cyclists, Junior Mountain Bike Academy, the only one of its kind in the South East of England, Women's coaching weekends, Family coaching sessions,
Hannah says; "I decided to start coaching because I wanted to help inspire more people to try mountain biking. Cycling is a fantastic sport as it improves your health, fitness, can be used to get you from a to b and the best thing is you can go to some stunning parts of the country which you can’t reach by car and that take a long time to reach by foot. The joy of mountain biking to me is being out in the countryside having a great adventure." Why not come and join us! For children who are interested in riding off-road Pedal 2 Pedal offers mountain bike camps for riders aged 5 to 14. These aim to develop mountain bike techniques like riding on uneven surfaces, cornering, braking effectively and dealing with obstacles. This course is suitable for young riders who have already got a little experience riding off-road on tracks, forest paths and fields. Courses are running in June, July and August. Pete, whose son attended a camp at Easter said; "My 8 year old son loved his 2 camps, he had so much fun and learnt a lot of new things. He is now even more confident on the trails. Thank you Hannah." The Pedal 2 Pedal academy is built around a passion for mountain biking and getting outdoors. It inspires and enhances performance through playing games, developing trail skills, race etiquette and team work. The Academy caters for all levels of rider aged 5 – 14, who 6 F amilies Solent East
want to join a progressive British Cycling affiliated club with a fun atmosphere where the emphasis is on team spirit and challenging your ability. Club nights are every Monday and Tuesday during term time with added holiday programmes for riders who wish to stay active during the holidays. For those with a competitive edge, the Pedal 2 Pedal race team is open to all ages and abilities whether you’re into marathons, cross country, enduro or sportives, come and train with us. Pedal 2 Pedal is a British Cycling, affiliated club and race team. Members of Pedal 2 Pedal will benefit from British Cycling membership discounts, as well as discounted Birthday Parties, Holiday Camps and sibling discount. Head to www.pedal2pedal.co.uk for more information and to book.
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LEARN NEW SKILLS, HAVE FUN, MAKE FRIENDS AND BURN OFF ENERGY AT OUR MOUNTAIN BIKE CAMPS. SUITABLE FOR 5 - 9 PEDAL YEAR-OLDS. BEGINNERS AND ADVANCED RIDERS CATERED FOR.
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Families Top Tips for Teaching Your Child to Ride a Bike Summer is a great time to teach your child to ride their bike. Here are a few tips: * Teach in Short Sessions: Do not overtire your children or they may be put off - 30 minutes at a time is enough. Finish the session on a high, even if they haven’t managed to pedal unaided, and stop when boredom or frustration set in. . * Location: It is best to use a hard, level surface, rather than grass. Ideally, choose somewhere with a gentle slope. Make sure the location is traffic-free but keep an eye out for pedestrians, animals and parked vehicles. * Bike Setup: Check the rider’s clothing is appropriate and the helmet fits correctly with the straps not too loose or too tight. It should be seated over the front of the rider’s head. * Braking: The best way for children to grasp the concept of braking is for them to walk alongside the bike with their hands in position and attempt to use the brakes in this way. * Balance: Use a balance bike or take the pedals and stabilisers off a normal bike. Stabilisers are not recommended when children are learning to ride as they will learn the wrong weight distribution and arm movements for turning. Make sure the rider can reach the brake levers and can put their feet comfortably on the ground when seated on the saddle. Lower the saddle if necessary to the lowest setting. * Scooting: Ask the rider to let go of the brakes and start scooting. They should use the bike like a hobby horse and push along the ground using their feet. * Supporting: Whilst they are learning to pedal you may need to support them. Hold them gently under the arms or by gently holding the middle section of the back of your child's top. * Time to let go: Many children may not realise they are riding without help and will be amazed when they stop and turn round to see you are now some distance away. Congratulate them on their achievement and pause for a breather! For more information, visit www.cycling.org familiesonline.co.uk
Clubs and Classes
Unlock your child’s potential with our expertly led singing, dancing and acting classes for 4 -18 year olds.
Find out more today: stagecoach.co.uk/havant
Bond with your baby try Baby Massage with Jo Lamb!
Baby Massage
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Baby Massage with Jo Lamb are small friendly classes offering quality time for you and your baby to connect, as well as the opportunity to meet other parents. Classes are five weekly sessions, learning new massage strokes each week. Contact Jo for more information at babymassage.jolamb@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/babymassagewithjolamb
Summer swimming with award-winning Rusalka Rusalka offers a great start in swimming tuition for your baby and toddler. They first opened their swim school in 2005 and it now operates, six days a week, with free adjacent on site parking. Both pools are equipped with state of the art automatic heating systems, maintaining the water temperature at 31C and the air temperature at 32C at all times. In the past eleven years they have taught thousands of babies and children to swim, picking up several national awards along the way, including Best UK Swimming Teacher and ASA Centre of Excellence status. Rusalka takes babies from 3 months old and there are never more than 5 children in the pool at any one time.
havant@stagecoach.co.uk 0845 521 3730
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Help your child grow confidence One of the most important skills children can master is self-confidence: it will help them build friendships, perform well in school and resist negative peer pressure. But while some youngsters are blessed with a natural ability to run headlong into new activities others need a little help. According to the team at performing arts school Stagecoach Havant, performing arts can give even the shyest wallflower confidence. “It’s not only about training children to perform on stage, it’s about helping them to perform better in life,” said Juli Richards, Principal at the stage school. For more information on Stagecoach Havant’s classes, go to www.stagecoach.co.uk/havant
During the 2018 school summer holidays, Rusalka will be running week long Intensive Swimming courses for ALL AGES AND ABILITIES , w/c 23rd July 27th July, 30th July – 3rd August and w/c 20th August - 24th August. Please see their website ‘News’ page for details. Find out more by calling Rusalka on 02392 594449, or visiting the website at www.rusalkaswim.com familiesonline.co.uk
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Schools out f Life's a Beach at Paulton's Park!
> Invent, make, create! A Summer programme of workshops for people of all ages and abilities. www.aspex.org.uk
Get inventive this Summer Portsmouth’s Aspex Gallery and The Makers Guild present The Inventors, a Summer programme of events for all of the family. The Inventors invites the people of Portsmouth to explore new ways of making through a series of workshops, exhibitions and artist residencies. The project is inspired by Aspex’s Summer exhibition Push & Pull from the artist Will Cruickshank, who creates work through the use of hand-made machines and jigs. Visit www.aspex.org.uk for full details. The Inventors is supported by Building IS, Conquest Kitchens, Gunwharf Quays and the University of Portsmouth’s Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries.
Join in the fun at Paultons Park this summer as the beach squad return for the Summer Beach Party! Experience plenty of singing, dancing and exciting games with Bruce the Lifeguard, Shelly the Turtle and Manta the Ray. Paultons is of course home to the world’s first and UK exclusive Peppa Pig World and it is even bigger and better with even more Peppa fun than before! Peppa Pig World has two fun new rides, The Queen’s Flying Coach Ride and Grampy Rabbit’s Sailing Club. Another fantastic new attraction for this year is Little Africa, the Park’s own little corner of Africa where you can discover the amazing animals and birds of the savannah. Don’t forget to discover Lost Kingdom, a dinosaur adventure like no other featuring world class family rollercoasters, life-like animatronic dinosaurs, Jurassic themed family rides and a chance to come face to face with ‘living’, walking Dinosaurs! Further information including a calendar of opening times is available from paultonspark.co.uk Take part in the Summer Reading Challenge for FREE with your local Hampshire library. The Challenge is a fun way to encourage children aged 4 to 11 years to read six library books during the summer holidays. Last year 26,000 children took part in the Challenge at Hampshire libraries, boosting their reading skills and confidence. It’s one way to avoid a summertime ‘dip’ in literacy skills which can happen to primary school children during the six week break. The Summer Reading Challenge 2018 is called Mischief Makers, inspired by the much-loved iconic children's title Beano, which celebrates its 80th anniversary. Children will explore a map of Beanotown to find the mysterious buried treasure and become ultimate mischief makers! Dennis, Gnasher and friends will help them solve clues and collect stickers, having lots of fun and adventures along the way. You can sign up at your local Hampshire library from 14 July, then read six library books of your choice to complete the Challenge. There are exclusive rewards to collect along the way, a free prize draw and there’s no charge to take part. For more information visit
www.hants.gov.uk/SRC18.
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for Summer! Mr Bloom LIVE at Marwell!
Visit Marwell Zoo and discover an incredible range of exotic and endangered species. Explore their newest and biggest ever exhibit – Tropical House: energy for Life – now open! The £8m exhibit spans two levels offering fantastic vantage points across a lush, tropical canopy and the opportunity to experience the captivating life of the forest floor. Share the habitat and enjoy uninterrupted, close-up views of new, colourful and charismatic mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and insects. PLUS, see Mr Bloom from CBeebies with his one man show every August weekend and bank holiday! There’ll be a bundle of veggie stories, gardening games, and catchy Nursery songs for tiddlers and parents alike. What’s more, take part in Marwell’s topiary trail around the zoo, throughout August and meet crazy botanist ‘Dr Chris Anthemum’ for his fun-filled weekday show.
A summer by the sea at Emirates Spinnaker Tower Discover what creatures can be found under the sea and learn more about their environment, habitats and species from 100 metres above! Get the kids using their imagination and avoid the ‘shark infested’ glass floor at Emirates Spinnaker Tower! A nautical summer trail will tempt the kids to search the Tower and unscramble the unsolved word for the chance to win a Sea Life inspired prize. Come and meet Captain Barnacles & Kwazii from the Octonauts at the Tower on Saturday 4th and 18th August!
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New for 2018, Emirates Spinnaker Tower presents The Drop, a harnessed descent from the iconic waterside landmark. Feel the rush as you leap from a platform 25 metres above sea level.
SEA LIFE SUMMER HOLIDAYS
A day of fun for all the family. Sunday 15 July, 11am–3pm
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Hayling Island Seafront. To the right of Beachlands PO11 0AJ
Discover the stories in the view with our animated film show and touch screens Dare to walk the amazing glass Sky Walk Sit back and relax in the open air Sky Garden Test your bravery with brand new adrenaline experience, The Drop Open daily from 10am
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Beside the Seaside Join The Spring Arts & Heritage Centre for a day of fun for all the family on Hayling Island! Taking place on Sunday 15 July from 11am – 3pm, the day will include a submersive performance inside a whale, a vintage solar-powered cinema and participatory installation Life Boat, where you can experience “the slowest ride on Earth”. There will also be family activities including pirate-themed crafts and games. The Spring’s café will be serving homemade snacks and drinks and Northney Farm will be selling their delicious ice-creams. However, make sure that you watch out for our Giant Seagulls, who might have their beady eyes on your tasty treats! Beside the Seaside will be located on Hayling Island Seafront, to the right of Beachlands, PO11 0AJ on Sunday 15 July from 11am – 3pm. To find out more visit www.thespring.co.uk or call 023 9247 2700.
Jurassic Shark at Blue Reef Aquarium 25 July – 3 Sep Back by popular demand, Blue Reef Portsmouth invites visitors to sink their teeth into a pre-historic themed event with plenty of added bite. Jurassic Shark features a series of fun activities, workshops and demonstrations celebrating millions of years of jaw-some evolution. Dig into shark-themed workshops and exciting learning opportunities about the ocean’s most successful predators. With special guests and exciting competitions, it’s fun for the whole family this summer!
Journey to the Stars this Summer STD MAP 84x120mm 90710 CHICH>AG>2.3.11 The South Downs Planetarium in Chichester is an exciting place for people of all ages. Sit back and get lost in our stunning full dome images and breath-taking videos whilst our skilled lecturers take you on a mindblowing journey through space. With its 100-seater auditorium, colourful displays and well-stocked sales kiosk, the Planetarium has something for would-be astronauts and stargazers aged 6 years and above.
From Sharks and Stingrays to magical Moray Eels, Blue Reef Aquarium brings the magic of the undersea world alive. Journey through the underwater tunnel below the giant Sea of Cortez with its hundreds of colourful fish. More than 40 living displays and the amazing Otter Holt provide an unforgettable experience.
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In conjunction with the new fulldome video system our magnificent star projector projects nearly 4500 stars and other celestial objects onto the dome above your head. The Planetarium puts on new public shows every month including during the school holidays. There is free car parking, easy access for the disabled, and it is only a short walk from rail and bus stations. The Planetarium operates throughout the year but is not open every day and we regret that casual callers cannot be accommodated For details of all upcoming shows and our opening hours, plus a map showing you how to find us, visit the Planetarium’s website at www.southdowns.org.uk. It is always advisable to book tickets in advance as some shows sell out quickly. Just book and pay online with a credit or debit card or call 01243 774400 or 07818 297292 to reserve tickets and pay by cash or cheque only on the door on the day.
Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 3PB Tel: 023 9287 5222 Email: portsmouth@bluereefaquarium.co.uk
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Inspiring Experiences in the great outdoors Children aged from 8 to 17 can enjoy a range of summer camps at Cobnor Activities Centre. They offer both residential and non-residential camps: Multi-activity – where the young people get a chance to experience a taster of all the activities on offer at Cobnor - or concentrated sailing, working towards RYA certificates. “Thank you for running such brilliant days for us. I can’t think of my best bit, as the whole day was just fantastic,” a quote from a happy participant. All the courses can be booked online at www.cobnor.com and the website will give further information on choosing the right camp for your child.
A summer of fun with Ultimate Activity Camps Ultimate Activity Camps provide outstanding activity day camps for 4-14 year olds in the school holidays, where the children’s welfare and having fun are at the heart of everything they do! Every day, children will enjoy a brilliant mix of sports, games and creative activities led by inspiring staff at amazing locations and this summer they are coming to Great Ballard School near Chichester! With great savings if you book early, they offer great value for money, and you can pay by childcare vouchers. For flexibility, book by the day or week and change dates for free up to 14 days in advance! For peace of mind, Ultimate Activity Camps are Ofsted registered and all their staff are DBS cleared and qualified teachers or instructors. Camps run Monday to Friday during summer holidays with drop off from 8am and collection until 6pm.
Summer at Horizon Leisure Centres
Making new friends is now easier than ever
There are lots of fun activities for children this Summer at Horizon! Oceans of Play (Havant) & World of Play (Waterlooville) are two of the largest indoor children’s play centres in the south offering a great experience for children.
At Peter Ashley Activity Centre, the multi-activity programme, starts at 9.15am and finishes at 3.45pm guaranteeing no holiday blues for 8-13 year olds. Participants will get the chance to take part in five activities throughout the day.
Horizon also offers a holiday swimming timetable with fun inflatable sessions and teen gym sessions run every day at Havant & Waterlooville gyms for older children that want to work out! Holiday Kids Club will run where children can swim, play on the bouncy castle and do much more for only £99 a week!
Visit Horizon Leisure Centres this Summer
Own a Pony Day at Fort Widley Equestrian Centre Is your child pestering you for a horse but has no idea about looking after them? During the day, 10am-4pm, the children will get to ride twice, along with learning how to feed, groom and tidy up after their horses. These days run throughout the summer, whether it is raining or glorious sunshine. For more information call Fort Purbrook on 02392321223 or Fort Widley on 02392324553 for details. Or visit our website www.peterashleyactivitycentres.co.uk
Summer Activities at Horizon Leisure Centres
Swimming Inflatable Fun Sessions Adventure Play Toddler Groups Oceans of Play World of Play Teen Gym Workout Holiday Kids Club
Visit us today! www.horizonlc.com info@horizonlc.com
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7 July Kids Party in the Park – Gosport
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Walpole Park, Walpole Road, Gosport, PO12 1NH. www.facebook.com/ events/2066528740237773 There'll be lots of entertainment, plus donkey rides, face painting, rides and inflatables, stalls and refreshments. Admission and entertainment is free, charges apply for rides, face painting, etc. 10:30am - 4pm.
7 July Strawberry Fayre
We’ve scoured the area for local family events this July and August! We take great care in compiling our events guide, but please contact venues before you leave home as things can change. Throughout July and August Little Africa, Peppa Pig World and Summer Beach Party Paultons Park, Ower, Romsey, SO51 6AL. 02380 814442. paultonspark.co.uk See the Park’s own little corner of Africa and discover the amazing animals and birds of the savannah. From Meerkats, to Porcupines, Lizards to Mongoose there are animals of all shapes and size to delight and entertain. The beach squad also return to Paultons Park this summer for the Summer Beach Party! Experience plenty of singing, dancing and exciting games with Bruce the Lifeguard, Shelly the Turtle and Manta the Ray
Throughout July and August Pedal 2 Pedal - Beginner Mountain Bike Skills Camp Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Gravel Hill, Waterlooville, PO8 0QE. Join the Pedal 2 Pedal bike school for young cyclists who want to get off-road on their bikes and have adventures on singletrack. £12.50 per rider. Dates as follows: Saturday 28 July 08.30 – 10.00 Monday 6 August 16.30 – 18.00 Tuesday 7 August 16.30 – 18.00 Saturday 11 August 08.30 – 10.00 Monday 13 August 08.30 – 10.00 Tuesday 21 August 08.30 – 10.00 Wednesday 22 August 08.30 – 10.00
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Gravel Hill, Waterlooville, PO8 0QE For young mountain bikers who already ride on blue single-track trails. We will help them build their single-track mountain bike skills like cornering, front wheel lifts and tackling trail obstacles on varied terrain. £12.50 per rider. Dates as follows: Saturday 28 July 10.00 – 11.30 Monday 6 August 18.00 – 19.30 Tuesday 7 August 18.00 – 19.30 Saturday 11 August 10.00 – 11.30 Monday 13 August 10.00 – 11.30 Tuesday 21 August 10.00 – 11.30 Wednesday 22 August 10.00 – 11.30 Contact Hannah for details on 07984 367888 or hannah@pedal2pedal.co.uk
comedy includes the enormously popular numbers The Sun Has Got His Hat On and Lambeth Walk. The revised version by Stephen Fry and Mike Ockrent, also featuring Leaning on a Lamppost, won the 1985 Laurence Olivier Award for Best Musical. 2:30pm & 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
6 July Toddler Tours Kings Theatre, Albert Road, Southsea, PO5 2QJ. 023 9282 8282 kingsportsmouth.co.uk/whats-on/ tours-and-talks/toddler-tours/ This interactive tour allows toddlers to visit the theatre in their own time and at their own pace. For more information contact Rachel Goodall on 023 9285 2218. 10:30am. Tickets £4 per child.
Buckland Adventure Playground, Malins Road, Portsmouth, PO2 7BA. 02392 832611 www.portsmouth.gov.uk/ext/ events-parks-and-whats-on/parks/ adventure-playgrounds.aspx Buckland Park Play Association's Strawberry Fayre is a fun-filled family day out, held to raise funds for Buckland Adventure Playground. Free for children. Adults 30p entry.
7 July Summer Garden Party Graylingwell Park, Off College Lane, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 6PQ. chichestercdt.org.uk/events/ summer-garden-party/ The Summer Garden Party at Graylingwell Park is a fantastic summer event that is guaranteed to make you smile! There'll be over 70 stalls and loads of free activities for the family including bouncy castle, tractor rides, bouncy slide, face painting and loads more. The event raises funds for local scout groups and CCDT’s community programmes. Starts at 12 noon.
Until 30 September Incredible Inventions trail Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, GU28 0AE. 01798 342207 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events Follow in the footsteps of Elizabeth Ilive and become an inventor extraordinaire. Using clues around the Pleasure Grounds create an ingenious tool and claim your prize. Daily throughout the holidays. £3 per trail, plus normal admission charges.
2 July – 25 August Me And My Girl Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester, PO19 6AP. 01243 781312 www.cft.org.uk/whats-on/event/ me-and-my-girl This uproarious, much-loved musical familiesonline.co.uk
Family Festivities at Goodwood August Bank Holiday Weekend, 24 -26 August Make the most of the remaining days of summer with Friday night fireworks and a weekend of family festivities at Goodwood Racecourse from 24 – 26 August.
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Enjoy traditional fairground rides, dance to a rock ‘n’ roll band and keep the little ones amused with a host of children’s entertainment. Of course, you can expect some exceptional on course action too, with a line-up of fantastic equine talent. What’s more, we’re bringing the beach to the South Downs. Treat yourself to an icecream and recline in a deckchair or try your luck at the Coconut Shy; with the sand beneath your feet, you’ll be feeling like you’re at the seaside. Admission is free to children under 18 years of age, and all entertainments are complimentary. Adult tickets start from £12. For more information please visit
www.goodwood.com/august-bank-holiday and for tickets call 01243 755055.
10 July Ministry of Science LIVE Kings Theatre, Albert Road, Southsea, PO5 2Q. 023 9282 8282 kingsportsmouth.co.uk/whats-on/ family/ministry-of-science-live/ Ministry of Science Live is about to explode onto the stage in Portsmouth! This new production takes an anarchic approach to science communication! Ticket prices vary, see website for details.
12 – 15 July Goodwood Festival of Speed Goodwood House, Goodwood, Chichester, PO18 0PX. 01243 755048. www.goodwood.com/flagshipevents/festival-of-speed/ The 2018 Goodwood Festival of Speed will celebrate the event's 25th anniversary: "Festival of Speed - The Silver Jubilee". Held in the beautiful parkland surrounding Goodwood House, the Festival of Speed is motorsport's ultimate summer garden party! A unique summer weekend that
brings together a variety of cars, stars and motorsport ‘royalty’ to create the largest car culture event in the world. See website for ticket details.
racing at the world’s most beautiful racecourse
14 July Havant Fun Day Havant Park, Elm Lane, Havant, PO9 1HL. www.facebook.com/ HavantFunDay Havant family fun day is back for summer 2018! This year's event promises to be bigger and better than ever! There'll be live music, games, inflatables and more. A fantastic free day out for the whole family to enjoy, hosted by Family Church Havant. 11am - 4pm.
14 – 15 July Southsea Food Festival Palmerston Road Market, Palmerston Road, Southsea, PO5 3QQ. www.facebook.com/ events/143293736326426
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The annual Southsea Food Festival returns to Palmerston Road! An urban familyoriented event, Southsea Food Festival features around 100 stalls, providing a fun day out with an eclectic curation of cuisines at its heart.
Portsmouth Natural History Museum, Cumberland House, Eastern Parade, Portsmouth, PO4 9RF. 023 9281 5276. www. wildlifewatch.org.uk/watchgroups/ southsea-wildlife-watch
15 July Beside the Seaside Hayling Island Fun Day
Bug hunts, beach trips, crafts and games. Open to children aged 5-12 and their families. Please come dressed to be outside. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are encouraged to join in with the activities.
Hayling Seafront, Hayling Island, PO11 0AU. thespring.co.uk/whats-on/ family/beside-the-seaside The Spring is heading to Hayling Island’s beautiful beach this summer with a free day of fun for the whole family! Expect performances, games and stalls, plus a couple of cheeky seagulls, a few fishy characters, a gentle giant from the deep blue sea and the world's smallest solar powered cinema. 11am – 3pm.
Summer at Fishbourne Roman Palace This summer Fishbourne Roman Palace is offering plenty of opportunities to get hands-on with a range of exciting events from archaeology to craft activities. From 24th July until 3rd August visitors can try their hand at being an archaeologist and join an excavation. On the weekend of Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th August, Celts and Romans will be on site with 2 days of historical action bringing together Ancient Britons and Romans for fighting, feasting and fun! Don’t forget every Thursday in August when you can step back 2,000 years and experience life in Roman times with lots of craft activities. Activities are included in the admission charge and children must be accompanied by an adult. As well as these events, the site is open every day during the summer from 10am offering guided tours and an interactive area for children. Check our website for more information www.sussexpast.co.uk familiesonline.co.uk
16 July Summer Holiday Drop In The Spring Arts and Heritage Centre, 56 East Street, Havant, PO9 1BS. 023 9247 2700 thespring.co.uk/take-part/holidayworkshops-for-kids/ Discover fascinating facts, add your own memories to the Havant map and colour on the chalkboard wall. Drop in during standard opening hours. FREE to join in!
21 July and 4 August Southsea Wildlife Watch
21 July Ickle Pickles Family Fun Day Portsmouth Rugby Club, Portsmouth, PO3 5EP, www.facebook.com/ events/1241367359299248/ Help raise lots of money for a great charity. Free entry (donations buckets will be around if people would like to make a donation). 11am - 3pm.
21 July – 2 September In Her Shoes Summer Trail Uppark House and Garden, South Harting, Petersfield, GU31 5QR. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events This year Uppark are looking at the women who played important roles in the history of the estate. A fun and imaginative family trail taking you around the house and gardens this summer. £1 donation. Pick up your trail from the Golden Gate Kiosk.
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21 July – 2 September Tudor England - Brick by Brick
Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Main Road, Portsmouth, PO1 3PY. Help us to recreate the colourful Cowdray Engraving - the giant picture that shows Tudor Portsmouth on the day the Mary Rose sank - out of Lego! £5 per person. Book online at www.maryrose.org.
21 July - 2 September Totally Tudor - Getting Shipshape
27 July Secret Hide Out Workshop
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Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant, Chichester, PO19 1TJ. 01243 774557 pallant.org.uk/events/allevents/2018/july-2018/5-8-yearssecret-hide-out Children’s workshops which are designed to be fun, develop creativity and help children explore the Gallery. Children must be accompanied by a parent/carer who is willing to create and make. Please book in advance. £10 per child. F R E E f u n at C h i c h e s t e r ' s b e s t s u m m e r e v e n t !
28 July Phoenix and Turtle
Central Library, Portsmouth City Council, Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, PO1 2DX. 023 9281 9311. Discover the ancient skills of shipbuilding www.portsmouth.gov.uk/ext/ as the Mary Rose team work on building libraries/libraries---whats-on Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Main Road, Portsmouth, PO1 3PY.
a replica Mary Rose lifeboat. Free to Mary A family-friendly show inspired by the William Shakespeare poem. Suitable Rose Ticket holders. for age 4+. Shows will take place at all Portsmouth Libraries, please see the 23 July – 3 September website for more details.
Sea Life Summer Holidays at the Tower 28 July Emirates Spinnaker Tower, Gunwharf St Lukes Summer Fair and Quays, Portsmouth, PO1 3TT. 02392 857520. www.spinnakertower.co.uk. Family Fun Day Discover what creatures can be found under the sea and learn more about their environment, habitats and species from 100 metres above! See website for more details.
Saturday 7 July 12-4pm
St Luke's Church, Greetham Street, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 4LH. www.stlukeandstpeter.org.uk
Live music & entertainment Kid’s village / DOg show/ marketplace w w w . c h i c h e s t e rc dt. o rg . u k
31 July – 4 August Qatar Goodwood Festival
1 – 31 August Mr Bloom at Marwell
Goodwood Racecourse, Goodwood, Chichester, PO18 0PS. 01243 755055. www.goodwood.com/glorious
Marwell Zoo, Thompson’s Lane, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JH. 01962 777407. www.marwell.org.uk
A highlight of the summer sporting & social calendar, the Qatar Goodwood Festival, affectionately known as ‘Glorious Goodwood’, is a five-day spectacle of thrilling racing action and provides the perfect excuse to dress to impress. Visit goodwood.com/glorious for tickets. 11am - 6pm.
See Mr Bloom from CBeebies with his one man show on weekends and bank holidays only. There’ll be a bundle of veggie stories, gardening games, and catchy Nursery songs for tiddlers and parents alike.
31 July Awesome Earth
1 August Kids Party in the Park Portsmouth
Butser Ancient Farm, Chalton Lane, Chalton, PO8 0BG. 023 9259 8838 www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/ awesome-earth/
Kingston Park, St Mary's Road, Fratton, Portsmouth, PO1 5PQ. www.facebook.com/ events/1864886943803295/
Fishbourne Roman Palace, Urban Safari at Southsea Fishbourne, PO19 3QR. Model Village sussexpast.co.uk/event/have-a-goSouthsea Model Village, Lumps Fort, at-archaeology-5 Eastney Esplanade, Portsmouth, PO4 Celebrate the Festival of Archaeology 9RU. 07825 558231. and take part in an excavation. Find out about archaeological conservation and www.southseamodelvillage.biz/ events quiz the experts. 10am - 4pm. Normal
As part of our Summer of Science & Sorcery, kick start the holidays with a celebration of all things earth! Butser will have children's activities every week throughout August:
A fun packed family day out in Portsmouth! Face painting, rides and inflatables, stalls and refreshments. Admission and entertainment is free, charges apply for rides, face painting, etc. 10:30am - 4pm
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24 July – 3 August Have a Go at Archaeology
There will be food, crafts, entertainment and special guests Mucky Bucket Farm with their Miniature Mayhem Animals. 30p for adults, children free. 11am start.
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25 July – 3 September Jurrasic Shark
Urban safari will be taking their zoo to Southsea Model Village! Spend the day getting up close with some of the most amazing creatures around. 10.30am3.30pm. Normal admission charges apply.
Blue Reef Aquarium, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, PO5 3PB. 02392 875222. www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk/ portsmouth
29 July Hayling RNLI Station Open Day
Sink your teeth into a prehistoric themed every with plenty of added bite! There’ll be fun activities, workshops and demo’s celebrating the evolution of these successful ocean predators. With special guests and exciting competitions, it’s fun for the whole family this summer! See the website for more details.
Hayling Island Lifeboat Station, Bracklesham Road, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 9SJ. www.facebook.com/ events/347597872401242 Lifeboat displays, a helicopter fly-past (operations permitting), station tours and more. 11am - 3:30pm.
7 August - Fearsome Fire 14 August - Wonderful Water 21 August - Powerful Plants
1 August – 29 August Wonderful Wednesdays Weald & Downland Living Museum, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0EU. 01243 811363. www.wealddown.co.uk/events/ wonderful-wednesdays-summerholiday-activities Wonderful Wednesdays are fun-packed activity days for families,. There are lots of opportunities to get hands-on and activities will vary every week. 11am 4pm. Normal admission charges apply.
2 August – 30 August Summer Fun Fishbourne Roman Palace, Salthill Road, Chichester, Fishbourne, PO19 3QR. sussexpast.co.uk/events On Thursdays in August the Palace will come alive with activities for all ages to enjoy. Create clay lamps and coil pots, have a go at dressing up as a Roman, make your own mosaic design, play some Roman games, explore the Roman gardens, and more! 11am 3pm. Normal admission charges apply.
4 – 5 August Celts & Romans at Fishbourne Roman Palace Fishbourne Roman Palace, Salthill Road, Chichester, Fishbourne,
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The Summer Garden Party at Graylingwell Park 7th July, 12 – 4pm The Summer Garden Party at Graylingwell Park is a fantastic summer event that is guaranteed to make you smile! Last year over 3,000 local residents visited to make it one of those events with fantastic feel-good factor that leaves you loving life, community and Chichester. This year, there are even more free activities for the whole family - including your dogs!!... and whilst the kids are busy there are also fantastic shopping opportunities. So with free entry and so much fun to be had, we hope to see most of Chichester there! PO19 3QR. sussexpast.co.uk/event/celtsromans Step back in time to when the palace was first built by visiting the Vicus encampment to find out more about daily life in Roman Britain. Watch the soldiers at training and see who fares best in battle – the Celts or the Romans? 10am - 5pm. Normal admission charges apply.
4 August and 18 August Octonaut Meet and Greet Spinnaker Tower, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, PO1 3TT. 023 9285 7520. www.spinnakertower.co.uk/ events/event/octonaut-meetgreet-4th-august/ Come and meet Captain Barnacles & Kwazii from the Octonauts at the Tower! Appearance times at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm. Meet & greet spaces are included in the general admission and can be reserved online. A limited number of spaces will also be available on the day on a first come first served basis. Please see website to reserve a slot.
5 August Mucky Bucket Miniature Farm Southsea Model Village, Lumps Fort, Eastney Esplanade, Portsmouth, PO4 9RU. www.southseamodelvillage.biz/ events With a wide variety of miniature animals which you can groom, stroke, pet and feed, this will be a great day for you and your family. 10:30am 3:30pm. Normal admission charges apply.
7 - 8 August Totally Tudor Takeover of Southsea Castle Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Main Road, Portsmouth, PO1 3PY. See Henry VIII’s castle on Southsea
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Seafront, from where he watched as the Mary Rose sank. Free entry to castle and event.
8 August Manga Characters Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant, Chichester, PO19 1TJ. 01243 774557. pallant.org.uk/events/allevents/2018/august-2018/children-9manga-characters Fun children’s workshops to develop creativity and help children explore the Gallery. £10 per child. Suitable for children aged 9 and over. Children must be accompanied by a parent /carer who is willing to create and make. Please book in advance.
10 – 12 August Chilli Fiesta West Dean College and Gardens, West Dean, Chichester, PO18 0QZ. 01243 818210 www.westdean.org.uk Join the party at the UK’s biggest chilli festival. Dance to live Latin music, watch cookery and gardening demonstrations and taste delicious chilli foods ‘til your tongue sizzles. 9am – 9pm. See website for ticket options.
11 August Portsmouth International Kite Festival Southsea Common, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 3LJ. www.portsmouthkitefestival.org.uk/ index.html The 27th Portsmouth International Kite festival promises to be a great day out for all the family! 10am until 5pm both days. FREE event.
11 August Superheroes Summertime Fun Day Hayling Island Community Centre, Station Road, Hayling Island, PO11 0HB. 023 9246 7545. www.facebook.com/
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events/1985570731720395 This year's theme will be superheroes, with mascot meet & greets, bouncy castle, games, face painting, craft corner and more. Admission is free. All proceeds will be going to the QA at Cosham for the Children's Bubble Fund. 10am - 1pm.
18 – 19 August Vintage & Steam Fair at Weald & Downland Living Museum Weald & Downland Living Museum, Chichester, PO18 0EU. 01243 811363. www.wealddown.co.uk/events/ vintage-steam Visitors to the Museum’s Vintage & Steam show will enjoy all the bustle and excitement of a traditional Steam Festival. 10:30am - 5pm. Normal admission charges apply.
18 August Portchester Village Fete Portchester Community Centre, Westlands Grove, Portchester, Fareham, PO16 9AD. There will be traditional games like a coconut shy and hook a duck, plus face painting, tombola, craft stalls, cake stand, BBQ and much more. Join in this great community event. 10am – 4pm.
21 - 25 August Madagascar - A Musical Adventure at Kings Theatre Portsmouth Kings Theatre, Albert Road, Southsea, PO5 2QJ. 02392 828282. kingsportsmouth.co.uk/whats-on/ family/madagascar Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto the stage in Portsmouth! 2:30pm and 7pm. Ticket prices vary, see website for details
21 August Dinosaur Drop In SEARCH, 50 Clarence Road, Gosport, PO12 1BU. 023 9250 1957. www.hampshireculturaltrust.org.uk/ event/dinosaur-drop Solve our dinosaur dilemma, discover who met a dinosaur, measure up to different dinosaurs and lots more hands-on activities for mini palaeontologists. No need to book just turn up (by 12noon). Suitable for ages 3+. £2 per child.
22 August Robin Hood Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, PO9 6DX. 02392 412265. www.stanstedpark.co.uk/Events/
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This brand-new version of Robin’s notorious story is brought to life with traditional sword play, song, music & dance. 7pm. See website for ticket options.
24 – 26 August Victorious Festival Portsmouth Southsea Common, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 3LJ. www.victoriousfestival.co.uk Victorious Kids Stage offers the very best in children’s entertainment, from family TV favourites to princesses and dance troops, you and your little ones will be mesmerised throughout the day! Ticket options available from the website.
24 – 26 August August Bank Holiday at Goodwood Racecourse Goodwood Racecourse, Goodwood, Chichester, PO18 0PS. 01243 755055. www.goodwood.com/augustbank-holiday Enjoy the remaining days of summer with Friday fireworks and a weekend of family festivities on the South Downs – featuring a traditional fairground, rock ‘n’ roll band and children’s entertainment. Of course, you can expect some exceptional horse racing too!
25 – 27 August Petersfield Summer Festival Petersfield Market Square, The Square, Petersfield, GU32 3HJ. www.petersfieldfest.com/wp/ index.php/summer-festival Petersfield Summer Festival returns for another year with live music, entertainment, kids activities and a whole lot more! See website for up to date details.
1 -2 September Rural Life Weekend: Harvest at Weald & Downland Living Museum Weald & Downland Living Museum, Chichester, PO18 0EU. 01243 811363. www.wealddown.co.uk/events/ rural-life-weekend-harvest See a variety of different produce, from the vegetables in the Victorian cottage garden, to flax at Tindalls Cottage. 10:30am - 5:30pm. Normal admission charges apply. Families Solent East 15
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