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News & Views
Does your School need a new playground?
Playscene are a family run business based in Hampshire, they have over 20 years’ experience and are knowledgeable in creating unique and exciting playground environments for schools and communities across the Southeast.
Playscene have worked with many local schools on a range of different schemes, they understand the benefits that come from play, particularly in a child’s early years where imagination, confidence, judgement, and social awareness are developed alongside physical activity.
Offering expertise in anything play for schools, they pride themselves on going that extra mile! They manage the whole process from the initial consultation to completion, allowing for a smoother process and attention to detail. They can provide a full and comprehensive range of playground equipment and services, including creative playground markings, colourful outdoor furniture, outdoor multifunctional classrooms, fitness, and trail equipment as well as a range of safety surfacing, there is something to suit all budgets.
Lucky Seven Jiu Jitsu brings affordable martial arts to Pirbright
A new Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy, Lucky Seven Jiu Jitsu, has opened its doors at Lord Pirbright Hall in Pirbright, conveniently located between Guildford and Woking. Founded by a family with over 30 years of martial arts experience, the academy is dedicated to making BJJ accessible and affordable for the local community.
Offering classes for all ages and abilities, Lucky Seven Jiu Jitsu provides a welcoming space for kids to build confidence and coordination, and for adults to improve fitness, learn self-defense, and relieve stress. For more information, visit luckysevenbjj.com.
Bring a friend to Sing and Sign Babes and get 20% off both fees!
Big enough to cope, small enough to care! To find out more, scan the QR code or visit www.play-scene.co.uk
Try a free confidence-boosting class this spring
Perform is not like other children’s drama schools. Its classes have a special emphasis on child development, using a mix of drama, dance and singing to bring out every child’s potential. Classes focus on developing the 4 Csconfidence, communication, coordination, and concentration – using drama-based games and activities which are specifically designed to combine learning with fun.
This term, Perform 4-7s are embarking on a sparkling underwater adventure Under the Sea whilst 7-12s work on a thrilling adaptation of a classic fairytale, in Bluebeard’s Bride. Imaginations will soar as children work towards a magical performance for family and friends. All abilities are welcome at classes for 4-7 and 7-12 year olds - just come ready to have the best fun of the week!
To book a free trial class in Camberley, Farnham, Godalming, Guildford, Haslemere or Woking visit www.perform.org.uk/try. For any questions contact: T: 020 7255 9120 / enquiries@perform.org.uk
Have you had a baby since September 2024? Would you like a class that teaches new rhymes, games and songs, while also teaching you amazing things about your baby’s brain development? Sing and Sign Babes is a gentle, welcoming class designed for you to make the most of connection and communication with your baby, including the basics of baby signing. Suitable for babies up to 7 months, this 5-week course was developed with Speech and Language Therapists. The Babes course is usually £50 but if you book with a friend, you will be eligible for a £10 discount for both you and your friend! Courses are available in Farnham, Godalming, Guildford and Fleet and start in February. Visit www.singandsign.co.uk or email Becky at singandsignfarnham@gmail.com for more details.
Want to be inclusive? New instructor training programmes
Synergy and Future Fit have partnered to offer Inclusive Training Programmes for a range of professions including schools, charities, care sector professionals, fitness, dance and yoga instructors and more. Synergy/ Future Fit training programmes will transform how instructors teach, coach and engage with students of all abilities for all sports and dance. There are many training programmes on offer including SEND Dance for Children & Teens and SEND Training: Inclusive Practice for Children & Teens. To find out about these and other programmes please contact admin@synergydance.co.uk or visit www.futurefit.co.uk/synergy.
Pitch Pals launch in Guildford
Pitch Pals are excited to announce that from 26th January they will be running classes on Sundays at St Peter’s Catholic School, Guildford, GU1 2TN. Mini Pals (for ages 2-3.5 years) will be at 9.15am-10am and Mighty Pals (for ages 3.5-5 years) will be at 10.15am11am. Pitch Pals have been running hugely popular classes in Milford and Godalming for several years, offering fun, football and friendships. As well as weekly classes they also offer holiday camps, school/nursery clubs and birthday parties. To book your free taster class head over to https://pitch-pals.classforkids.io and click on the ‘Book Trial’ button next to the relevant class.
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Days out Indoor play & entertainment for all ages
Here are some ideas for places to go for family fun when you don’t want to be out in the winter weather!
Gym Jams
Fired Frog Pottery Cafe
Gym Jams is a multiaward-winning traditional style soft play, exclusively for babies and toddlers. Providing a clean, safe environment for little ones aged 0-3 years to explore at their own pace, learning to crawl, toddle and climb under and over the equipment. Set in the beautiful village of Normandy, with good road and railway access, free parking and is situated on a 30 acre site set aside for community recreation which is home to a playground, a community shop and cafe and a picnic area. Plenty to explore locally on your visit! Bookings are made online at www.gym-jams.co.uk.
Giggleville Softplay
Giggleville Softplay is a children’s play café that provides a fun and stimulating environment for children aged 0-7 years. It is based in Compton, just off the A3 between Guildford and Godalming. From playtime to birthday parties, Giggleville is the ultimate destination for children to have a blast. They also take pride in serving local roasted coffee, homemade cakes, and kids’ lunches to ensure a delightful experience for both children and parents. Open 7 days a week with 4 sessions per day, Giggleville is always ready to create unforgettable memories. Visit www.Giggleville.co.uk for more info and bookings.
The Mucky Cow Play Café
Fired Frog Pottery Cafe have shops in St John’s, Woking and Camberley. Come along and paint a piece of pottery in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. The friendly staff can provide you with loads of ideas and techniques to get you started. There are lots of pieces to choose from such as animals, characters, mugs, bowls and loads more. Once you have finished, it is glazed and ready to collect in 7 days. They also have special baby appointments where staff will help you capture the hand or footprint of your little one and they can then finish off the design if needed. They also offer adult workshops and children’s parties! All sessions can be booked at www.firedfrogpotterycafe.co.uk.
The Hen House
Discover The Hen House: Haslemere’s ultimate play destination for children aged 0-8! The NEW cushioned baby area is a wonderland with underwater peep hole and interactive games. Adventurous kids will love the farmthemed soft play with double slide and climbing nets. Their relaxed rolling play lets you arrive within a 2-hour window and stay up to 6 hours. Unwind in the sensory room, enjoy quiet moments in role play corners, or explore the café and retail area. Open seven days a week –book online!
Little Street
The Mucky Cow Play Café in Chobham is a safe and fun environment for children under 5 and parents/carers to come together. The play frame is best for crawlers to 3 years with some great sensory pieces for babies. They are currently running four 90 minute play sessions a day starting at 9.30am (two a day on weekends). Afternoon sessions on a Monday and Tuesday are half price! They also offer weekly events and activities including Mummy’s Monday Meet Up (fortnightly Mon 11.15am), Arts & Crafts (Tues 9.30am) and Little Bears Music (Thurs 9.30am). Plus there are lots of specials and themed sessions! To book please visit www.themuckycowplaycafe.co.uk or follow them on insta @themuckycowplaycafe for what’s on each week.
Responding to children’s love of role play, Little Street have created a realistic street designed for little ones. Their play centres inspire children from 1 – 7 years old to explore, play and learn in a safe and engaging environment. They ensure a high-quality experience by keeping the number of visitors ‘little’, and after each session, they carefully restore Little Street to its original state, so every group is greeted with the “wow” factor. Embrace the magic of play in a little world for big imaginations! little-street.co.uk.
Days out
New Features at Guildford Spectrum’s Leisure Pool
Guildford Spectrum has recently installed a brand-new, interactive water feature in the Leisure Pool, complete with multiple slides, water jets and engaging elements! The new addition will create a vibrant play area, designed especially for younger children to enjoy. There’s also lots more on offer for families including the ice rink, climbing wall, bowling alley and Specky’s soft play! With something for all ages, it’s the perfect place for a day of active family fun.
Refuel after your adventures with delicious food from the café or restaurant and free parking makes your day easy. For more info and bookings visit www.guildfordspectrum.co.uk.
Mighty Fun for all the family
Jump into happy
Jump into happy at Jump In Adventure Park Camberley and AirHop Adventure Park Guildford! The perfect day out for the whole family, come rain or shine.
Bouncers of all ages can defy gravity on the wall-towall trampolines and other exciting attractions in each park, check the website for a full list of attractions.
Small+Mighty is Surrey’s most stylish new family hangout for indoor play and parties. Located on Godalming High Street the Family Club is packed with modern play equipment, such as its interactive games projector, scandistyle timber play frame, sensory baby zone and multiplayer touchscreen games table. This beautiful space will delight adults as well, who will no doubt appreciate the modern bistro menu with quirky items like its Beef Brisket Toasty & Gravy Dunk Pot, and the delicious premium barista coffee. Follow their Instagram at _smallnmighty for offers, party info, and bookings.
PlayGym at Woking Gymnastics Club
Enjoy an action-packed morning bouncing, climbing and exploring in the fully equipped gym with your child. The PlayGym sessions are a parent-supervised playtime where your child can explore and play on their favourite equipment, including the trampoline, foam pit, and much more!
These PlayGym sessions are for children 5 and under and are designed to support early development through engaging gymnastics activities and lots of fun! A friendly British Gymnastics qualified coach will be there to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Every Monday-Friday 9.30am10.30am for crawlers – 5 years.
For the little ones, Toddler Takeover sessions provide a safe and enjoyable environment for ages 1-6. Kids aged 4+ can jump to their hearts’ content during Open Jump sessions or enjoy a cool nightclub atmosphere at weekend After Dark Sessions. And Family Takeover sessions allow the whole family (age 1+) to enjoy a thrilling time jumping and exploring the park and making memories together. There is now an indoor Clip ‘n Climb centre at Guildford for ages 4+! Enjoy 45 minutes of climbing (no experience needed) or combine it with a jump session with a Jump & Climb Combo Ticket. There are also a range of party packages to choose for a 100%-fun-zero-stress experience when planning your next party!
Surrey’s largest soft play at Godstone Farm!
This massive play barn features 4 tiers, 7 slides, and space for 200 children! Designed with a farm-inspired theme, it brings the outdoors in, offering endless routes, obstacles, and climbing fun to keep kids active. There’s a separate baby area, a toddler zone, an upstairs space for role and sensory play, plus a café and a Changing Places toilet. Perfect for a rainy day, it’s a fantastic spot for play, exploration, and fun for children of all ages!
Other ideas
Imagination Children’s Role Play - role play centre for 0-7 year olds in Camberley
Playstore - soft play at Woking Leisure Centre
Chobham Adventure Farm - lots of indoor soft play as well as outdoor play and an animal barn
Haslemere Leisure Centre Soft Play
Bears Little Play - soft play at Busbridge Village Hall, Godalming on a Monday and Wednesday for 6 months +
The Haslemere Youth Hub - ‘Dinky Downtown’ role play area in the cafe, Bounce House sessions and more Pirates Landing - soft play for up to age 12 in Camberley and a new location recently opened in Farnham
Sproglets Playcentre - a playcentre for 0-5s based at Normandy Cricket Club in Normandy, near Guildford
AnotherWorldVR - virtual reality games for ages 6+ in Camberley
The Challenge Centre - Run About soft play, laser run and mini golf (mini golf is outside) in Farnborough
Cranleigh Leisure Centre Soft Play
Superbowl Aldershot - bowling, soft play and more
The new childcare offering
By Purnima Tanuku
Early education and childcare are very expensive, especially for our youngest children and as research has shown, many parents end up working just to pay for their child’s nursery. So why so expensive compared to childcare in similar countries? The reason is that the government contribution has been so low and until recently it was limited to children ages 3 and 4.
So, when the previous government’s plan to expand childcare support for working parents in England was announced last year, this was great news, not just for parents but also for children. Research shows that high quality early education and care supports their development, wellbeing and has an impact on their education all through their schooling.
What is the new childcare offering?
The childcare expansion is being delivered in stages, building on the thirty hours of funded childcare for children ages 3 and 4 which was already available. However, the offer is still only available to families where parents are working at least sixteen hours a week.
The roll out provides:
• fifteen hours funded childcare a week for children age 2 from April 2024
• fifteen funded hours for children ages 9+ months from September 2024
This will be increased to thirty hours funded childcare for all children under age 5 from September 2025.
Although government funded hours make a difference to family finances, this funded childcare still involves costs for parents. It is important to be aware of the following parameters:
The thirty and fifteen hours of government supported childcare is not ‘free.’ The government only pays for the actual childcare sessions, which does not include any meals, snacks, consumables or additional activities, so families can expect to see settings make charges for these.
The funded hours are only during term time. Most parents work all year round so providers may ‘stretch’ these hours across the year, reducing the hours per week.
Depending on the length of your sessions, you will need to pay for any additional hours you need at the nursery’s usual fee especially for early or later hours.
Purnima Tanuku OBE is Chief Executive of National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) (www.nda.org.uk), a charity with a mission to see children and families to thrive through access to high-quality early education and care.
It’s not ‘free’,
it’s ‘government-funded’
The offer of ‘free’ childcare launched by the previous government has now been renamed by ministers as ‘government-funded’ childcare. Calling the funded hours free has misled parents and created difficult conversations when providers need to charge for meals and other items not included in the funding.
The Department for Education (DfE) announced late last year that it would be consulting with providers in the coming weeks on new guidance regarding charging parents for ‘extras’ such as meals and consumables. It’s important that the government works with providers to create a guidance that is clear, fair to parents and sustainable for providers.
Although the government offers funded hours, the rates they pay for these have never covered the actual costs of delivering high quality early education and care. When we speak to providers, the vast majority say funding rates do not cover their staffing and other costs and when funding increases do not keep pace with inflation and staffing costs, that gap only widens.
Why might families struggle to find places?
Following years of underfunding and rising costs, hundreds of nurseries are closing and thousands of qualified practitioners and childminders are giving up the profession for better paid jobs.
The pressure is clearest in more deprived areas, where nurseries depend on government funded hours and less on parent fees, creating childcare deserts.
With the doubling of funded hours being offered to families, the DfE estimates that seventy thousand new places will be needed to satisfy demand by September 2025. To deliver these, providers will need an additional thirty five thousand staff.
Changes that came into force last year mean that the statutory minimum staff to child ratios in England for children age 2 is now one adult to five children. Looking after five two-year-olds is stressful and many providers prefer to work with smaller groups.
Ahead of September, speak to your choice of childcare provider as early as possible to try to secure a place –especially if you live in an area of high demand eg city centres.
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Early Years Nurseries at Independent Schools
Barrow Hills Nursery
With strong values rooted in compassion, curiosity and connection, Barrow Hills Nursery and Kindy is proud to be recognised locally as a welcoming community with a nurturing and safe family atmosphere for children from the age of two. Immersed in nature’s classroom, Barrow Hills is located within a glorious woodland setting, giving children lots of natural space to play and learn in. Over many years, this magical environment has enriched a wealth of happy journeys. Why not explore the magic in the air at Barrow Hills Nursery?
Hoe Bridge Nursery
Hoe Bridge Nursery in Woking offers a nurturing environment with a low child-teacher ratio, enabling children to get the best possible care at this vital stage of their learning journey. Children can join in the September following their 2nd birthday. Language, numeracy, creativity, science and discovery, music and physical activity are all incorporated into the day through a wide and engaging range of play and practical activities. Call Admissions on 01483 227909 or visit www.hoebridgeschool.co.uk to find out more.
Frensham Heights Nursery
They may be the smallest, but Nursery and Reception children at Frensham Heights are just as important in the whole school community as the bigger students and teachers. They have the same specialist teaching in sports, dance, drama, music and languages - they perform on the same stage, use the same facilities and play in the same woods. But, Frensham believes in letting children be little for longer. And a big part of that comes through nurturing their natural sense of wonder and their natural inclination to explore and play.
Duke of Kent School Nursery
Coworth Flexlands Nursery
At Coworth Flexlands Nursery, they believe learning should be fun, spark curiosity, and ignite imagination. Their bright, spacious classrooms are filled with educational games, books, and creative materials. The curriculum is enriched by specialist teachers in sport, music and Forest School. Children can immerse themselves in nature through play in their dedicated outdoor playground and woodland area. Nursery life is fully integrated into the school, ensuring a smooth transition as children move forward in their educational journey. Visit www.coworthflexlands.co.uk for more information.
St Catherine’s Pre-School
Duke of Kent School Nursery pupils develop an appreciation of the world around them, while building a secure foundation for their future education. The class is cared for by experienced and nurturing staff who create a happy environment where children’s endeavours and curiosity are supported and their achievements warmly celebrated. Whether through the creative exploration of Dance, Music and Forest School, or through structured introductory sessions in numeracy and literacy, each individual has the opportunity to build key skills in a way that is both playful and purposeful. By blending play-based learning with carefully designed activities, children are encouraged to discover and develop in all areas - socially, emotionally, and academically - setting the stage for a lifelong love of learning.
Little Ed’s Nursery at St Edmund’s School
St Catherine’s Pre-School is for girls aged 3, open 8am-6pm and led by their Deputy Head, Head of Pre-Prep and early years professional, Emily Jefford. The Pre-School girls enjoy play-based experiences interwoven through their day, enabling them to flourish and develop a love of learning. Play is one of the fundamentals of language development. Their daily Circle time is key to giving the girls the opportunity to develop their conversational skills, such as the nature of conversation and remaining on topic. Play provides an environment which is rich in motivation, experience and social reward. Emily says ‘nothing makes me happier than seeing our Pre-School girls form relationships, learn about themselves and blossom into confident, curious and motivated learners – all through play’.
Nestled in the heart of St. Edmund’s School’s expansive 40-acre campus, Little Ed’s Nursery offers vibrant spaces for exploration. Welcoming children from 2 years old, the dedicated learning environment boasts separate areas for Nursery 1 and Nursery 2, ensuring age-appropriate resources for independent exploration. With free-flow access to a spacious covered decking area and a specially designed garden featuring a mud kitchen, sensory space, and more, Little Ed’s fosters a child-led learning ethos. Their commitment extends outdoors with a dedicated Forest School area, enriching the learning experience through nature exploration and hands-on activities. The next open morning is on Saturday 8 February 10am-12pm. To register for the open morning and to find out more visit www.saintedmunds.co.uk.
Independent School Open Days
If you would like to attend an open day, please register on the school’s website
School Open Day Date
Barrow Hills School Witley Mixed 2-13 years.
Coworth Flexlands Prep School and Nursery Chobham Mixed 2½-11 years.
Cranmore School West Horsley Boys 2-16 years and girls 2-7 years.
Duke of Kent School Ewhurst Mixed 3-16 years
Frensham Heights School Rowledge Mixed 3-18 years
Fri 7 Feb 9.15-10.45am. Fri 7 March 9.15-10.45am.
Open morning: Fri 7 Feb.
Pre School Easter Event: Sat 22 March.
Thurs 1 May.
Tues 11 Feb 9.30am-12pm.
Junior school: Fri 7 Feb.
Senior School: Wed 29 Jan, Thurs 27 Feb.
Whole school open morning: Thurs 13 March, Fri 20 June.
Whole school open evening: Fri 9 May.
Saturday 8th February 2025 10am - 12pm
Glenesk Pre-Prep & Nursery School East Horsley Mixed 2-7 years.
Hoe Bridge School Old Woking Mixed 2-16 years
Longacre School Shamley Green Mixed 2-11 years.
Ripley Court School Ripley Mixed 3-11 years.
Rydes Hill Preparatory School & Nursery Guildford Girls 3-11 years and boys 3-7 years.
St Catherine’s School Bramley Girls 4-18 years.
Please contact the school for a personal tour.
Pre-Prep: Thurs 23 Jan.
Prep and Senior: Tues 4 Feb.
Early years adventure open morning Fri 17 Jan.
Tues 14 Jan 9-11am.
Please contact the school for a personal tour.
Prep School: Thurs 6 Feb 9.30-11.45am.
Prep School Pre-School
Stay and Play: Sat 8 Feb
2-3.30pm. Prep School Discovery
Afternoon: Fri 28 Feb 1.30-2.45pm.
Senior School: Tues 4 Feb 9am-12pm.
St Edmund’s School Hindhead Mixed 2-16 years. Sat 8 Feb 10am-12pm.
St Ives School Haslemere Mixed 2-11 years.
Fri 7 Feb 9.30-11am Fri 7 March 9.30-11am
Open Morning Tuesday 11th February
Early Years
Common toddler behaviours: difficulties with sharing
By Tanith Carey
Do you sometimes wonder what goes on in your child’s head when they kick up a fuss? Do you often search for exactly the right words to calm them down?
In the following extract from Tanith Carey and psychologist Dr Angharad Rudkin’s book What’s My Child Thinking, you will find evidence-based strategies to help you respond when toddlers refuse to share.
That’s Mine!
Scenario: Your little boy is refusing to share his favourite toy with your friend’s son at a playdate at home.
What he’s thinking: ‘My dinosaur belongs to me. I live here so everything here completely belongs to me and I want to be in control.’
What you're thinking: ‘This is embarrassing. What’s my friend going to think? Her son won’t want to come and play again.’
Many parents feel guilty when their toddlers don’t share. But there’s no need to worry. At this stage, it’s still too early to expect kids this age to share what they have only just discovered belongs to them.
While it’s good to start helping your child to learn to share, you will need to be patient because children don't usually understand how to initiate sharing consistently until the ages of 3 or 4 years. At toddler stage, they think that if they share something, it means they have to give their toy away permanently.
Your son is also going to be particularly territorial about his toys at home. At this age, he does have control over some things in life, but he particularly wants control of his possessions and his space when others come into it.
What’s My Child Thinking: Practical Child Psychology for Modern Parents by Tanith Carey with Dr Angharad Rudkin looks at how young children think and uses those insights to work out the best ways to help keep them calm and happy in more than 100 everyday situations including having when having difficulty sharing. Published by DK.
What to do:
Sharing Can’t be Forced
Telling your son he MUST share his toys won’t teach him. It will make him more insecure that adults can take his favourite things away without taking his wants into account.
Help him Learn How Others Feel
Some parents try to reach a compromise by insisting little ones take turns with a wanted toy. However, research has found that your toddler will learn more if you talk to him about how other the child feels, and say something like ‘Joe is happier when you let him play with Mr Rex.’
Let him Keep Certain Special Things to Himself
If another child’s coming to play, explain to your toddler that he or she should only leave out toys they don’t mind others playing with. Children allowed to have a special safe place for their favourite things have been found to be more generous later on. If all else fails, take the playmates outside. Studies have found young children argue less over toys when they play outdoors because they have more to interest them and are less focussed on possessions.
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Shaun the Sheep - Find the Flock Winkworth Arboretum Godalming 10am-4pm. Discover twelve super-sized sculptures of Aardman’s mischievous Shaun the Sheep on a trail around the Arboretum. Included in entry.
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Makaton Rhyme Time
Haslemere Library
Drop in event. 10am-10.30am. Free, no booking needed.
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Terrific Toys
Haslemere Museum
10.30am-11.30am. For under 5s with an adult. Look at toys from the past, enjoy a story and make a simple toy. Child £2.50, adult £1.50. Book online.
Watts Tots, Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village Compton 10.15am-10.45am or 11.15am-11.45am. Sensory, playful session for under 4s with an adult, best for children who can walk. Child £6, adult £3, book online. Runs weekly.
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Duplo Story Time
Haslemere Library
10.30am-11am. Free, no booking needed.
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Clay Club, Watts GalleryArtists’ Village Compton 10.15am, 11.45am, 1.45pm or 3.15pm. As a family, get hands-on and messy with clay. Runs weekly on Sundays. Child £10, adult £5. Book online.
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January Challenge - Lego Club, Haslemere Library
Drop in: 3.30-4.30pm. £1 per child. No booking needed.
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Baby Cats - Sensory Play
St Catherine’s Prep School Bramley 9.30am-10.30am. For ages 0-3 with an adult. Stimulate your child’s senses and be prepared to get messy! Free, but you need to book via www.stcatherines. info/prep-school/baby-cats.
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Create Your Own Book Art
Guildford Library 11am-12pm. For ages 4+ with an adult. Learn how to create a mouse, hedgehog or make a book sculpture from preloved books! Child £3. Email guildford.library@surreycc. gov.uk to book.
Valentine Soap Making Farnham Maltings 10am-11.30am or 1pm2.30pm. For ages 4+ (under 7s must be accompanied by an adult). £18, book online. Make a unique, handcrafted gift for someone special.
Animal Encounter Tour
Merrist Wood College Worplesdon 11am or 2pm. For ages 5+ with an adult. View the animal collection at the College. £22.38 per person, book online.
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‘Rave In Space’ Big Fish Little Fish Family Rave Dorking Halls Dance through the bubbles, foam and balloons or make something intergalactic on the craft tables. For families with 0-8 year olds but all ages welcome. Adult £16, child £13. Book online.
All Aboard Club
Brookwood Memorial Halls Woking 11am-12.30pm. Inclusive train play session for autistic, ADHD and special needs children. One child and a carer £12, extra child £8. Family of 4 (2A+2C) £20, trial ticket for first-time families £5. Book online.
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Please check event details with organiser and confirm if booking is needed
Cardboard Junk Modelling
Haslemere Library
Drop in: 3.30pm-4.30pm. £2 per child. No booking needed.
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Fantastic Fish Cranleigh Arts Centre 10am. Create colourful fish from wrapping paper and cereal boxes. £8. Book online.
Big Garden Birdwatch Haslemere Museum 10.30am-1pm. Family event (children must be accompanied). Free entry. Make bird cakes, do some crafts and discover the birds in the Museum grounds and galleries. No need to book.
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Baby Cats – Let’s Get Creative
St Catherine’s Prep School Bramley 9.30am-10.30am. For ages 2-4 with an adult. Free arts and crafts session. You need to book your place via www.stcatherines.info/ prep-school/baby-cats.
Craft Cafe - Make Your Own Candle Holder G Live Guildford 10.30am-12pm. Suitable for all ages and abilities. Tickets £1, under 3s free, book online.
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Museum Makes Chertsey Museum 33 Windsor St, Chertsey Drop in from 1.30pm-3.30pm for a free family craft.
Create Your Own Story Guildford Library 11am-12pm. Craft event for ages 4+ with an adult. Children will be able to create their own stories. £3 per child. Email guildford. library@surreycc.gov.uk to book.
Monthly Makes Farnham Maltings 10am-11am, 11.30am12.30pm or 1pm-2pm. Make a small pet food bowl on the potter’s wheel and create an animal sculpture. All ages welcome. £12 book online.
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Fidgety Fish and Friends Haslemere Museum 10.30am-11.30am. For under 5s with an adult. Join in this story and learn all about the friends living under the sea. Child £2.50, adult £1.50. Book online.
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Polesdenopoly
Polesden Lacey Gt Bookham Play ‘Polesdenopoly’ - a fun, interactive trail around the grounds inspired by a wellknown board game. See listing on page 16 for more details.
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All Aboard Club
Brookwood See 19 Jan.
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Badge Making Craft Ash Library 3.45pm-4.45pm. All ages welcome. Design and make your own badge. Free drop in event, donations welcome.
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Mousey, Mousey Craft and Storytime Guildford Library 10.30am-11.15am. For ages 2+ with an adult. Free, donations welcome. Listen to a nest of mice stories and make your own cute mouse to take home. First come, first served basis.
Lovebug Ladybird Craft Farnham Library 3.45pm-4.45pm. For ages 4+.
Create a special ladybird shaped card for someone you love. Child £3. Email farnham.library@surreycc. gov.uk to book.
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Valentines Crafts
Giggleville Soft Play Cafe
Compton In addition to soft play, there will be Valentines themed crafts, included in admission. Book online.
Clay Club, Watts GalleryArtists’ Village
The Gingerbread Man Haslemere Museum 1.30pm-2.30pm. For under 5s with an adult. Enjoy a story, make a finger puppet and decorate a mini gingerbread man to take home. Child £2.50, adult £1.50. Book online.
Animal Encounter Tour
Merrist Wood College
See listing on Sat 18 Jan.
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Bring Your Own Baby Comedy, Dorking Halls 15-month age limit for little laughers. £15, book online.
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Busy Bees
Cranleigh Arts Centre 10am. Create a bee picture with block printing and pen illustration. £8. Book online. Animal Encounter Tour Merrist Wood See 18 Jan.
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Discovery Week
Godstone Farm
Explore the wonders of traditional farm life this February Half Term at Godstone Farm’s Discovery Week! Dive into the Discovery Barn to see old farming tools, tackle giant jigsaw puzzles, and wander the Scarecrow Maize. Get creative with arts & crafts by making a wild bird feeder, and enjoy fascinating talks about barn owls, friendly ferrets, and adorable newborn lambs. Don’t miss the fun “Where’s Wiglet?” prize trail around the farm. A week full of hands-on fun for all ages! Half Term at Elm Nursery Sutton Green Plenty of animals to see on the children’s farm - alpacas, pigs, goats, chickens, ponies, guinea pigs and rabbits. Feed the chickens and guinea pigs (£1 per bag). The Cafe and gift shop will be open. Entry costs £6pp (under 2’s free). Follow them on Facebook for up to date info.
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Stage Combat
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Guildford 10am-1pm for ages 9-11 and 2-5pm for 12-16s. A fast, physical and fun introduction to stage combat, with a professional fight director and stunt coordinator! £35. Book online.
Puppetry Workshop: Tiny Tales, Farnham Maltings 10am-4pm for ages 7-11. Bring Aesop’s Fables to life by crafting tabletop and marionette animal puppets. £35, book online.
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AMM Model Mayhem
Aldershot Military Museum Paint a model soldier, take it home and learn how to use them in War Games. Admission + £3.50, booking online advised.
For ages 4-9, these fun pony days run in the holidays.
Pony Days
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Light Your Wey
Dapdune Wharf
Guildford 11am-4pm. Get creative with the mini shadow puppet theatre and shine a light on a family member by writing a small act of kindness they’ve done for you, or you’ve done for them to hang on the display. Follow the trail to learn more about lights. Free. Booking not required.
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Play In A Day, Princes Hall
Aldershot 10am-4pm for ages 7-11. £25, book online.
Flower Fairies
™
The Magical World of Cicely Mary Barker
22 October 2024 - 27 April 2025
Head to Watts Gallery-Artists’ Village for a playful exhibition exploring the life of Cicely Mary Barker and her work. See her childhood sketches, postcard designs, and the beloved Flower Fairies illustrations.
Don’t miss the chance to search for the fairies in a family-friendly Tree Fairy Trail, inviting you to explore the woodlands at Watts Gallery.
Guildford, GU3 1DQ
Book now: wattsgallery.org.uk
Little Trotters
Riding centre in Chobham, Woking for ages 2-9
Badge Making Craft Farnham Library 2.30pm-3.30pm. All ages welcome. Design and make your own badge. Free drop in event, donations welcome.
Paddington in Peru (PG) Farnham Maltings 2pm or 6pm. Free child ticket with every adult ticket purchased. Book online.
Magical pony parties which include grooming and saddling up your shetland pony, scavenger hunt, woodland ride and more!
Pony Parties Woodland Rides
Groom your shetland pony and enjoy a ride through the enchanted woodland. These 45 minute sessions are available on weekends. www.littletrottersponyparties.co.uk
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What’s on diary
The Magical World of Cicely
Watts Gallery-Artists’ Village
27 April 2025
admission (£15) | Friends go free enchanting world of Cicely Mary Barker creator of the much-loved Flower exhibition at Watts Gallery. Explore an artist, from the early years as a vivid imagination, to commercial adulthood. See childhood sketches, postcard illustrated books, with playful and creative This family-friendly exhibition an extraordinary artist, author and
Head to Watts Gallery-Artists’ Village to explore the life of Cicely Mary Barker and her work in the new exhibition Flower Fairies™: The Magical World of Cicely Mary Barker. Enjoy playful moments throughout the exhibition. Dress-up as a fairy, design a garden and become a part of the enchanting fairy tales! Don’t miss the chance to search for the fairies in a family-friendly Tree Fairy Trail, inviting you to explore the woodlands at Watts Gallery. The exhibition runs until 27 April 2025. Guildford, GU3 1DQ. Book now: wattsgallery.org.uk
of woodland across the Watts Tree Fairy Trail inspired by Cicely’s illustrations and traditional folklore. Learn trees that feature in the Flower Fairies activities along the way.
‘Polesdenopoly’ at Polesden Lacey
Sat 8 - Sun 23
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‘Polesdenopoly’ at Polesden
Realm Contemporary Gallery 9 February 2025 for sale
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year’s annual printmaking exhibition natural world in many different aspects. engraving by Julia Timmons of to eye-popping colourful prints of Babs Peas, there is something for enjoy.
Bloom
Lacey this half term – a fun, interactive trail around the grounds inspired by a well-known board game. Collect land and money to become as rich as Mrs Greville, the millionaire heiress who left Polesden Lacey to the National Trust. No booking required. Suitable for ages 5+, two to five players per group. More details available at nationaltrust.org.uk/polesdenlacey. Credit National Trust images/John Miller
Half Term at Guildford Spectrum
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Peter And The Wolf Interactive Drama Workshop 12pm-1pm. The workshop takes children through the Peter and the Wolf story. For ages 7-11. £8, book online. Peter And The Wolf Inspired Silly Hat Crafting 12.30pm. Make a Peter and the Wolf inspired ‘fun hat’. £3 per person, book online. There is also a Peter and the Wolf concert, for details of see page 18.
Magnificent Masks
Haslemere Museum 10.30am-1.30pm. Family mask making event (children must be accompanied). Child £4, adult £1. Book online.
Flower Fairies Family Day
Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village Compton 10.30am4pm. Enjoy the Flower Fairies Exhibition with extra activities. Decorate a fairy door for your garden, learn about embossing to create a small set of wings, listen to poetry readings, do some sketching as well as learning about plants. You can also explore the whole site including the Verey Playwood. Child £14, adult £5, book online.
Wet and Windy, Free Family Drop In Activities!
Surrey History Centre 130 Goldsworth Rd, Woking, GU21 6ND Runs during opening hours. Discover the ways we have used wind and water for energy over the years with free arts and crafts family drop in activities (donations welcome). Make your own windmill and kite, take the quiz, colour in and much more! For up to 11 years old with an adult.
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Synergy Dance Workshops
Guildford Spectrum
Guildford Spectrum offers a wide range of activities for family fun, including tenpin bowling, ice skating and four swimming pools. There is a new interactive water feature in the Leisure Pool designed especially for younger children. Everyone can enjoy the indoor ice rink, perfect for experienced skaters or beginners with the help of skating aids. Challenge your friends and family to a game of bowling or little ones can explore ‘Specky’s Pirate Ship’ soft play. All activities can be booked online.
Woodland
Rides
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Little Trotters Farm in Chobham, Woking offer Woodland Rides at weekends, starting from February. Suitable for ages 2-9 and aimed at beginners and improvers, you will groom your shetland pony and then enjoy a ride through the enchanted woodland. Parents can accompany their child if they would like. £30 per child. To book please email info@littletrottersponyparties.co.uk. Their Pony Days for ages 4-9 will be running in the Easter holidays and they also offer parties. www.littletrottersponyparties.co.uk
Spectacular Sorcerers: Creative Make- up
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Guildford 10am-3pm. For ages 7-11. Inspired by Wicked and all things Oz, create your own spectacular sorcerer. Led by a professional creative makeup artist. £40, book online.
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Family Festival
West End Centre Aldershot There will be a range of activities and events for families and children, please visit www. westendcentre.co.uk for details.
If booking for more than one child, use DOUBLEDISCOUNT to save 10%. Book at: bit.ly/synergy-workshops Dressing up is encouraged! Wicked! Workshop 2.30pm-3.30pm. For ages 6-11. Older or younger siblings welcome but must purchase a ticket. Step into the enchanting world of Wicked in this high-energy dance and musical theatre workshop! Explore the iconic characters Elphaba and Glinda and bring them, and others, to life through exciting choreography and dance games. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or new to musical theatre, this workshop will help you embrace your inner magic and explore the world of imaginative spells.
Frozen Fun
3.45pm-4.45pm. For ages 3-8. Act, sing and dance as you explore the scenes and songs from smash hit films Frozen 1 and Frozen 2. Includes dance and drama games with parachutes, ribbons and a snow disco. Drop and collect for 5+ yrs. Older siblings welcome but must buy a ticket.
Mid Week Explorers Kids’ History Workshops
Aldershot Military Museum 10.30am-2.30pm. Explore the past with a fun filled history based activity. Included in admission, no booking needed. Flower Fairies Family Day Watts Gallery See 18 Feb.
Flower Fairies Family Day Credit Libby Whyte
Synergy Dance Workshop
Guildford Spectrum
Farnham Maltings
Family Silent Disco 10am or 2pm. Aimed at families with children aged 18 months+. Tickets £5.50, book online.
Artbox Mixed Media
For ages 7-16. 10am-2pm. Produce a collection of seasonal themed artworks. For all abilities. £65, book online.
Family & Fans Day:
Fab-boo-ulous February West Horsley Place
Explore the real ‘Button House’ and enjoy activities with other fans of BBC Ghosts. Adult £12, child £6, book online.
Telling the Time Workshop Lightwater Library 10.30am-11.30am. Free workshop from Explore Learning for 5-7 year olds. Book by emailing woking@ explorelearning.co.uk.
Early Birds Haslemere Museum 9am-10am. Special opening for families with children who have an Autism Spectrum Condition (children must be accompanied). Entry by donation. Book online.
Family Circus Workshop
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Guildford 10am or 11.30am. For ages 5+ with an adult. Child £10, adult free. Learn hula-hooping, diabolo, plate spinning, poi spinning, juggling, and more. Book online.
Dance In A Day
Princes Hall
Aldershot 10am-4pm for ages 6-10. Work on choreographed pieces that will be performed to parents at the end of the day. £25, book online.
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Crafty Kids: Half Term Museum of Farnham 10.30am-12.30pm. Fun and messy drop-in crafts. For ages 3-7 with an adult. £4.50 per child. No booking needed.
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Muddy Fingers Kids’ Gardening Club, Aldershot Military Museum 10.30am-2.30pm. Gardening activities in the Resilience Community Garden for ages 3+. Included in admission, no booking needed.
Baby Friendly Cinema Club - In The Heights (PG) G Live Guildford Informal screening for parents/carers with babies 0-12 months to enjoy a film. Adult £4, under 12 months free. Book online.
Magical Marbling Haslemere Museum 10.30am-12pm. For ages 5-11 (adults can stay but don’t have to). Be inspired by the marbled boxes in the Museum’s Geikie collection and make you own amazing patterns. Child £7, adult £1. Book online.
Lego Club Farnham Library 11am-12pm. For ages 6+. Create something amazing. Child £1. To book email farnham.library@surreycc. gov.uk.
Friendship Cards Guildford Museum Drop-in from 12pm-2pm, no booking needed. For ages 4+ with an adult. Free, donations welcome. Craft a card made from colourful fabric and paper based on a textile picture on display in the exhibition ‘Nature, Stitched with Style’.
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Drama Camp
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Drama Camp
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Guildford 10am-3pm for 7-11s. Wizard of Oz themed drama camp. £40. Book online.
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Miss Daniell’s Games Cafe, Aldershot Military Museum
10.30am-4pm. Free games in the museum cafe. Extra games on Fridays. Free admission to the cafe.
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Skittles
Haslemere Museum
2pm-4pm. Try an indoor skittle alley, bar skittles, bagatelle and shove ha’penny games. All children must be with an adult. £7 per person. Book online.
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Mousey, Mousey Craft and Storytime Guildford Museum
10.30am-11.15am. For ages 2+ with an adult. Free, donations welcome. Fun stories and a craft activity inspired by the cute mice on display in the textile exhibition ‘Nature, Stitched with Style’. First come, first served basis.
Farnham Maltings
Book these workshops online. Wild West Lino Printing Adventure
9.15am-10.45am for ages 5-8 and 11.30am-1pm for ages 9-12. Create Wild West scenes with lino printing. £19. Play in a Day: Secrets 10am-4pm for ages 12-15. £35.
Winter Wonderland Workshop Lightwater Library
10.30am-11.30am. Free workshop from Explore Learning for 9-11s. Learn how to use commas in English. To book email: woking@explorelearning.co.uk.
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Drum Circle, Cranleigh Arts Centre 2pm. Fun, family friendly event open to everyone. No experience needed, all drums provided. £6. Book online.
Fairy Tale Craft, Farnham Library 11am-12pm. For ages 4+. Listen to a story plus fairy tale related crafts! Child £3. Email farnham.library@surreycc.gov. uk to book.
Flower Fairies Family Day
Watts Gallery See listing on 18 Feb.
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Special Guest Weekend
Rural Life Living Museum
Tilford Meet a special children’s guest/ character at the museum - check their website to find out who it is! 10am-4pm, included in admission. Online booking advised, but not essential.
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There’s a Monster Who Eats Books Haslemere Museum
10.30am-11.30am. For under 5s with an adult. Enjoy a story and find out more about books. Child £2.50, adult £1.50. Book online.
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Children’s theatre
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Short Stories, Tall Tales:
Amy’s Rocket
Tue 11 Feb 11.30am & 1.30pm. An original tale, written and told by Hannah Summers with inventive and creative interaction for 0-4s. Adult + child £14, extra child or adult £8.
The Baddies
Fri 14 - Sun 16 Feb. A wickedly hilarious adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s smash-hit story. Adult £20, child £16, babes in arms (under 2 years) free.
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Jurassic Earth Sun 16 Feb 12pm & 3pm. Go on a journey through Jurassic Earth, and meet the most incredible Dinosaurs! £24, VIP Meet & Greet £34.
Rude Science
Mon 17 Feb 11.30am & 3pm. Aimed at ages 6 to early teens. Brace yourselves for BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ revolutionary, high-tech, highly-explosive new show, packed with outrageous science stunts. Adult £20, child £18, family £72.
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Kids’ Symphonic Sunday
Sun 19 Jan 10am. Hear professional musicians give an introduction to the instruments of the orchestra. Aimed at ages 1-11. £8.
Claytime
Sun 26 Jan 11am & 2pm. A play with clay, where the audience are invited to participate. Aimed at ages 3-6. £10. Soft or Spiky?
Mon 10 Feb 10.30am, 12pm & 1.30pm. Playful and interactive new show full of shapes, sounds, textures and words. For ages 6-18 months. £9.
Mischief and Mystery in Moominvalley
Mon 17 Feb 11am & 2pm. For ages 4-7. Magical puppetry, an ingenious pop-up book set, original music and interactive play. £9.
Fairytales, Fables & Other Assorted Nonsense
Sat 22 Feb 2pm & 7pm. Aimed at ages 8+. A riotous, rebellious comedy from Assembleth Theatre. £9.
The River Runner Sun 23 Feb 2pm. For ages 7+. Featuring a live original score of folk tunes and ballads. £9.
Nearly New Sales
Markets 4 Parents
The next sale is on Saturday 8th February from 10am-12pm at Normandy Village Hall, Glaziers Lane, Guildford, GU3 2DT. Lots of stalls bursting with top quality like new baby and children’s items from birth to around 6 years. £2 entry, kids are free. There’s free parking and a cafe. Please bring cash. Come and grab a bargain or book a stall and be a seller. Keep 100% profit on the day. For more information or to book a stall visit bookwhen. com/markets4parents or email info@markets4parents.com @markets4parents
Sleeping Beauty
Fri 10 - Sun 12 Jan and Fri 17 - Sun 19 Jan. Presented by the Haslemere Thespians. Glitz, glamour, fun and jokes in this family pantomime.
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The Dinosaur That Pooped A Rock Show!
Mon 17 Feb 12pm & 3pm. Adapted from the best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter. Adult £18.50, child £17.50, family of 4 £68 + transaction fee.
Prokofiev: Peter And The Wolf Concert
Tue 18 Feb 2.30pm. Chamberhouse Winds bring this classic story to life for younger audiences. Through the use of still imagery, this symphonic fairy tale introduces children to musical themes. £16 + transaction fee. There are also two pre-concert workshops that can be booked separately.
N EW V ICTORIA T HEATRE W OKING Horrible Histories
Thu 6 - Sat 8 March. Two live showsTerrible Tudors and Awful Egyptians. For 5 years+.
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The Great Baldini – Family Magic Mon 17 Feb 11.30am & 2.30pm. The Great Baldini is accompanied by Baldwin, the magical dog.
The Let’s All Dance Ballet Company –Snow White & Rose Red Tues 18 Feb 11am & 2pm. With their signature dancing, clear narrative and larger-than-life characters. Suitable for all, especially 2-12 year olds, including those with special needs.
“Adventures In Science” from Crafty Fools
Sat 8 March 2pm. Join ‘The Magical Mr West’ on an incredible adventure into the world of science!
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The Teddy Bears Picnic Thu 22 Feb 1.30pm. Songs, games, stories and fun, aimed at under 5s. Adult £15, under 16s £13, family £52.
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Robin Hood
Sat 18 - Sun 19 Jan. Performed by Chiddingfold Original Pantomime Society.
February half term holiday camps
Half-term tennis camp at Grayshott Tennis Club!
Keep your kids active this February half-term with a week of tennis, games, and skills development. Perfect for all abilities and a great way to stay active while having fun. These tennis camps at Grayshott Tennis Club run from Monday 17th – Friday 21st February, 10am–3pm. £45 per day or £200 for the week. Book at www.gotennis.co.uk or email info@gotennis.co.uk. Go Tennis also offer a variety of junior term-time coaching at Grayshott and Fernhurst Tennis Clubs—contact them to find a class that works for you!
Swim Safe School Crash Course
Improve your child’s swimming over February half term with these intensive lessons from Swim Safe School, running at Cranleigh Golf & Country Club from Mon 17 - Fri 21 Feb. All ages and abilities welcome. Small group and private lessons available. For more information or to book contact Jenn at swimsafeschool@btinternet.com.
Xtreme Activate Holiday Camp
Muddy Boots Camps
Muddy Boots run holiday camps for children aged 3-8. Locally they run in Guildford (Merrow CofE Infant School) and Cobham (St Matthew’s CofE Infant School) throughout the year. February half term camps run from Monday 17th February - Friday 21st February. Friends and siblings can be kept together regardless of age! There are a huge range of indoor and outdoor activities on offer and they have a high staff ratio for all age groups. You can book half days (am or pm) as well as full days. Childcare vouchers accepted. Book as early as possible for the best prices. See muddybootscamps.co.uk for more details and to book.
Boogie Pumps Camps
Do you have a little one that loves dancing, singing & acting? Why not book them a place at one of the BP Theatre Camps this February half term. Your children will learn new skills, be engaged, make new friends and most importantly….have bags of fun! The industry trained teachers will deliver high quality sessions and even higher levels of energy! The camp offers the children a chance to build their confidence in a friendly environment. They encourage kids to be their best, not the best. Camps run in all holidays and will be running at:
* Tillingbourne School, Guildford Mon 17 - Thurs 20 Feb
* Mayford Village Hall, Woking Tues 18 - Wed 19 Feb
Guildford Spectrum hosts a fun-filled, action-packed holiday camp that ensures your children are active and entertained all day. The OFSTED registered camp features swimming, bowling, ice skating, track time and more. Running every school holiday from 8.30am-6pm for children 5-12 years old with multiple drop-off and pick-up times. The activate leaders will ensure your child has great fun during the holidays. Bookings can be made at Customer Services (Mon-Fri 9am5pm and Sat 9am-1pm) or by calling 01483 443322.
Pitch Pals
Pitch Pals are running more fantastic football camps at Broadwater School, Godalming in February half term. All days run 9am-3.30pm (early drop-off/late pick-up and half-days available). Your child can expect a camp full of fun games, activities and tournaments suitable for all. Expert coaching from FAqualified Coaches in a safe, fun and inclusive environment. Early booking is recommended to guarantee your child’s space. You can book at https://pitch-pals.classforkids.io
Hop over to www.boogiepumps.co.uk to find out more.
Touch Typing Hub
Naomi is holding an intensive beginners and intermediate touch typing course for children (8+) and teenagers from Tues 18Fri 21 Feb @ Barfield Prep, Farnham from 10am-12pm.
• Small group sizes, so lots of individual attention;
• A disciplined but fun working environment;
• Teaching of correct hand positioning & posture and the importance of accuracy as well as speed.
At the end each student will have gained an invaluable skill for life! £195 for the week, plus new students get 10% off if you quote FAMMAG. For more info visit: www.touchtypinghub.com or contact Naomi on: touchtypinghub@gmail.com or 07949 204553.
The Hen House Camps
The Hen House is hosting a Feb Half Term Camp from 17-21 Feb for school-aged children at St James Primary School, Elstead, Godalming. The camp runs 8am-6pm, with a variety of action-packed activities including sports, art, cooking, and games. Families can choose to sign up for one day or the full week. It is Ofsted registered and led by qualified staff, Childcare Vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare payments accepted. Book at thehen-house.com.
