Families Surrey West Nov Dec 2013 by Families Magazine

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What’s in this issue Christmas is on it’s way and we have so many things listed that will help make it really special. Perhaps a trip to See Father Christmas or to see your local town’s Christmas lights being switched on. Or a creative workshop to make a Christmas decoration. We didn’t have room to list all the Church services, but just check your local Church’s website for details of these. We have lots of sports courses and holiday camps to keep children active and to build up an appetite for Christmas lunch you could even go ice skating or swimming on Christmas morning at Guildford Spectrum (pre-booking needed)! Whatever you do to make it special - have fun.

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News and Views Overcoming Shyness Bullying Soft Play Independent Schools Where To See Santa Christmas Noticeboard What’s On Activities, events, children’s workshops - by date

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News and Views Save! Special offer for new Perform venue in Godalming

Perform offers an impressive range of after school classes, holiday workshops, drama in schools and drama themed birthday parties. The focus is exclusively on the 4 C’s, Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Co-ordination. But at the same time promises to be the best fun of the week. Perform are launching a new venue in Godalming in January 2014. The drama classes for 4-8 year olds will run on Fridays from 4-5pm and 5-6pm at St Peter and St Paul Church Hall, Westrook Road. Each term, Perform focuses on a different theme and in Spring 2014 the children will visit ‘The Wonderful Wild West’ and be trained up as junior cowboys and cowgirls and go on an adventure to rescue the horse with the golden mane. Perform are offering every reader a £30 discount off a block of 10 sessions in January. Please quote Families offer. To book a free trial now contact 0845 400 1280 or email enquiries@perform.org.uk. See www.perform.org.uk for more details.

New Pre-Schooler Outdoor Adventures Act One Adventures have launched a new monthly Outdoor Adventure session for under 5’s with Nature trails, Games and Arts and Crafts using materials you have found on your walk at some of Surrey’s loveliest spots. Join them for a Bonfire Special at Gunpowder Mills, Chilworth on the 5th Nov and a Christmas special at Chantry Woods Guildford on Mon 9th Dec with tinsel trail and visit and present from Father Christmas. For more details contact joanne@ actoneadventures.co.uk or call Joanne on 07956 182 488. www.actoneadventures.co.uk

Smart Meters – Not So Smart Has your energy company approached you yet about installing a smart meter? Long before 2020, the date scheduled for completion of the roll out of smart meters, at a cost of billions, you can expect the knock on the door; and the additional cost to the customer may not be the only thing you have to worry about. This next generation of power meters pose a threat to our health, and security. A film released in September 2013 in the US where the smart meter grid technology is widely used, documents the issues resulting from this wireless technology which is used to send information about energy consumption back to the provider. * Data about your household is useful to the energy companies, who can choose to switch off or ration your supply remotely. * Wireless transmission is vulnerable to disruption or hacking. * Families report multiple health problems as soon as the meter begins transmitting: headaches, joint pains, heart arrhythmias and insomnia are just some of the symptoms. Find out more about the effects of smart meters and wireless radiation, and watch the film trailer at http://stopsmartmeters.org.uk. To find out more about wireless radiation and how to protect your family go to www.familiesonline.co.uk/radiation.

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Gymboree Launches in East Horsley Gymboree, the global leader in developmental children’s programmes is delighted to announce the opening of its newest interactive play centre in East Horsley on Monday 4th November. Offering a range of classes designed to stimulate the physical, intellectual and social development of children from newborn to age 5. Gymboree works with parents to provide classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers including Play & Learn, Music and Arts. For more information about Gymboree Horsley’s classes please contact them via Horsley@gymboree-uk.com or 07443 568 347.

Dynamic Parties Launch Dynamic Performing Arts have recently launched their Dynamic Parties for 2 – 6 years.  You can choose your own party theme and style of dance from street to ballet.   All you have to do is choose the date, time and place of the party and they will come to your home or hired venue. Fiona Robertson a recent parent of a birthday girl writes “Holly thoroughly enjoyed the entertainment at her 3rd Birthday party. She actually asked me when you would be coming again! I would happily recommend Dynamic Parties to anyone looking for a dance entertainer as you kept all the little ones enchanted and entertained. My son also asked when we would be going to Disneyland to visit Mickey and Minnie mouse, which I think, was a result of one of your adventures. Thanks again for being so professional and well prepared.” If you would like to book your child’s next birthday party please visit www.dynamicperofmriongarts.co.uk or email party@dynamicperformingarts.co.uk or Antonia at 07766077043

New Classes for Zebedee’s Music Zebedee’s Music is launching a new and exciting session at Roker’s Little Angels in Guildford. Children are given the opportunity to become fully involved in the lessons with their own musical instruments, props and puppets which allows them to engage their imaginations and see where a world of exploring can take them. And what’s more, children who attend Zebedee’s Music classes at Little Angels will receive discount vouchers to be able to stay and play too! Zebedee’s ever popular classes can be enjoyed by children up to 5 at the soft play centre on Thursday mornings as well as a number of other centres which run throughout Surrey so for more information or to book a free trial call us now on 01483 27 27 51 or email becky@zebedeesmusic.com.

Business Mums/Dads - return to work or stay at home? What are the options for a parent who’s had a good career, is used to earning a good income but has chosen to give it up in order to have a family? Returning to their old career could bring demands and pressure, in part time jobs the hourly rate can be poor and paying for childcare during school holidays is expensive. Katie Bridge, who is a business mentor for a global health and nutrition company, is looking for business mums and dads with managerial, sales, marketing, recruitment or a self-employed background to work with her. Katie says “There is a way of building a full time income around the family’s needs, working with our family run global company. It has the Investors In People Champion award for training and support, the work is totally flexible, there’s no pressure and it’s very rewarding”. To find out more, please call Katie on 01483 318017 or 07909 681884.

News and Views You Can Help 6 year old Daniel to Walk… Daniel Pretty from Guildford has cerebral palsy which means that he can’t stand or walk unaided. There is no cure for cerebral palsy, but Daniel has been offered hope in the form of an operation that will help him walk. Without it, his condition will deteriorate and he’ll be in a wheelchair for the rest of his life. The challenge for Daniel and his family is to raise £55,000 for the operation called Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR) at St Louis Children’s Hospital in America. The surgery isn’t routinely funded by the NHS so the family has been busy raising money. They’ve been blown away by the level of support from the local community and movingly, by people who have heard Daniel’s story and just want to help. But there’s still a long way to go and the team would love you to get involved. To meet Daniel, find out more or to see how you can help; take one little click to one big step: www.onebigstepfordaniel.co.uk Thank you!

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Calling all baby-planners, parents-to-be and young families - BabyExpo – the biggest and brightest BabyShow and family fun day for the region comes to Surrey Sports Park, Guildford on November 24 and Families Magazine will be there! Join us on the day and come and enjoy the fun - we have 50 pairs of tickets to give away NOW so go to http://www. babyexpobabyshow.co.uk follow the link to ‘Tickets’ and just enter the code FAMILY. BabyExpo is an informative and fun-filled day with expert parenting and pregnancy advice, great entertainment, fantastic show deals & price promotions, £1000’s of prizes, face painters, play-zones and hundreds of lovely exhibitors from pre-conception to primary!

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Check-out the What’s On 4 Little Ones Main Stage for a host of fun demo classes for babies & toddlers, meet Sarah Jane from Cbeebies & BabaBoogie (courtesy of Haberman Baby), Humphrey from Humphrey’s Corner, Bizzy the Butterfly author Emily Longmore with Bizzy narrator Carly Halse as seen on kid’s TV and Headline Sponsors Care.com, Swimtime and Bright Horizons! Sid from Cbeebies will be there too! Not to be missed are the Natural Parenting Zone, Innovation Alley – with some of the latest products to market and the mumandworking Flexible Working Zone with the Mumpreneurs Networking Club. This special area offers the chance to meet potential employers and features the Care.com ‘Childcare Corner’ for the best childcare options for you (and you can get expert advice from them on the main stage on the day!) There’ll also be breast-feeding, Metanium Win one of babychange, buggy demos, free samples, give-aways and JoJo Maman 50 pairs of Bebe goodie bags for the 1st 500 visitors!

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There’s life-saving first aid advice, a range of free ante-natal ‘taster’ classes and you can meet the team from The Royal Surrey County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the NCT! So join us on the day – just visit www.babyexpobabyshow.co.uk and follow the link to ‘Tickets’ and enter code FAMILY for free tickets.

Alien Parties at The Lightbox Whilst the Alien Invasion exhibition is on at The Lightbox, they are running children’s Alien parties. The parties will include a fun menu and of course, the chance to see the free exhibition and join in with the fun activities (such as draw your own comic strip, an ‘Alien Survival Kit Trail’ and dress up like an alien). They will be taking place in the Café between 3-5pm, Tues-Sun and cost £5.95 per child.

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Say goodbye to being shy: How to help your child overcome their shyness By E.Dolton

about it. Refer to situations that are daunting and empathise “sometimes I feel worried about speaking up at work, but I always make an effort and feel good afterwards”. Holly added that she “used to read books to Thomas that had themes of facing fears or overcoming challenges”.

hristmas parties and family gettogethers at this time of the year can spell a worrying time if your child is shy. Take Holly’s experience with her 6 year old son, Thomas, “Thomas is a lovely little boy but when he met anyone he hadn’t met before he was unable to speak, he lost all his manners and just looked at the floor.” This is not unusual. Shyness is a perfectly normal trait in childhood, but when lives become “I’m shy, restricted by shyness, we must take paranoid, action as there is no question that whatever word shyness robs us of opportunities you want to use.” that other people take for granted. Johnny Depp The good news is that there are a lot of practical things that can gently encourage a shy child to be more outgoing.

Trying new activities in a gradual way helps overcome shyness. Holly had always been encouraging Thomas to try out new things, “I knew Thomas had achieved an improved level of outgoingness when in the end-of-term football lesson, Thomas waited 30 minutes for his turn to kick a ball through the cones and straight into the goal - in front of everyone. He has really come out of his shell”.

Shaking off shyness for a child with SEN * Children with learning disabilities need to be given a healthy dose of praise and constructive criticism to develop into shyfree, confident adults.

* Positivity - A child with learning disabilities is

prone to undergo more stress and frustration than the average child. Praise all victories, big and small.

Taking trays of nibbles round guests, being photographer at a family occasion, going into a shop and asking for the price are all great ways to take their mind off their shyness. But don’t force them into doing things that make them uncomfortable, play to their strengths. Your child’s shyness will vanish if he is encouraged to get better at things he already excels at.

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“I was just genuinely shy. We all want our children to outgrow their I’d always been a shy kid.” shyness and latest research indicates that Elton John how parents respond to shyness is what makes the difference. Labelling our child as ‘shy’ would certainly be discouraged; they often turn into self fulfilling prophecies. In the same sense, we should always avoid dismissing any feelings of shyness e.g. “don’t be silly, big boys don’t get shy”. Comments like this lead children to feel that their worries are not valid, leading to anxiety. Be supportive by combining empathy with confident assertions, “Ahh, I can see you’re feeling a bit worried, but I’m really confident you’ll be able to handle it”.

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Watch what situations trigger shyness in your child then role play them later at home, giving hints on how they can feel more courageous when next out in public. “Thomas always felt nervous going to birthday parties, so we decided to set up a party scene at home, using his favourite toys and acted out the different scenarios: giving the party boy their present; saying hello to other children; asking the adult where the toilet is; saying thank you on leaving. It worked a treat”, said Holly.

Start by inviting one friend over for half an hour at home, then moving to more friends, more time and then outside the home.

Equally, presenting ourselves in a confident manner by sitting up straight and making eye-contact, even when we don’t feel like it, will make any child feel bolder because of the positive way others will react to them.

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* Stay calm and practice slow breathing. If you feel less anxious you’ll look more confident.

* Even if you feel upset, don’t show it until you are out of sight. Bullies enjoy seeing their victims upset, so by letting them see you upset you are rewarding them and they are likely to continue.

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adly, in spite of lots of publicity and much greater awareness of the problem, (especially in schools), bullying is on the increase. Wendy Bollen has worked as a counselling psychologist in schools with many hundreds of children and young people and by far the most common problem is being bullied. She has written an e-book with advice on how to deal with the problem in a different way. This November anti-bullying week is being held from 19- 23 and whilst it is great to raise awareness about the problem, what children really need is practical help and advice on how to deal with bullies. Wendy has done a lot of research into the causes and effects of bullying and delivers training to schools on the most effective ways to tackle this problem. She realised that the advice usually given by teachers didn’t work. Pupils are often told to ignore unkind comments, but that often leads to increased attempts by bullies to upset their victim. Based on her own experiences and those of the young people she works with Wendy has come up with a rather different approach which empowers pupils by teaching them how to stand up to a bully. “Most children don’t want to involve a teacher, but they do want to do something. I teach kids strategies to help them stand up for themselves by using assertive body language and practicing smart replies. If you can show a bully that you really don’t care that they’ve said something horrid and even better, say something funny back to them it takes the wind out of their sails”, explains Wendy.

Here are Wendy’s top five tips on how to deal with bullies: * Look confident - stand up straight and look

them in the eye if they say something to you. If you look scared a bully is much more likely to pick on you.

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and shows bullies that you are confident and don’t care what they say to you. In fact, you think it’s funny.

Standing up to bullies is important says Wendy, especially with a smart retort. “An example would be to say, “ I’m flattered that you spend so much of your time thinking about me!” or “I’m sorry, I’m busy right now, can I ignore you later?” Wendy stresses that how you say it is just as important as what you say. “ Stand straight, look them straight in the eye, say it clearly with a smile and then quickly walk away. Don’t hang around waiting for them to say something else.” She also emphasises that there are some things to avoid saying. “Never say anything about someone’s Mum! This is likely to escalate the situation.”

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e are very lucky in West Surrey to have an abundance of Soft Play venues some are dedicated soft play centres, some form part of other attractions and some pop up in village halls on various days of the week, which are usually for younger visitors. Soft Play Centres are perfect for meeting up with friends as the children get to burn off some energy and the weather can’t spoil your plans, but best of all you can sit down and have a chat and a coffee and recharge your own batteries! Listed opposite are some of our favourite Soft Play venues.

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Dynamic Tots offer energetic half hour dance classes for 2 - 6 year olds in Ballet and Street Tots. Come join the fun and magical adventure today. Classes take place in venues around Surrey.

Fishers Farm Park in Wisborough Green already has lots of indoor play, but is planning more! There are currently four soft play zones for different ages in the main building - including a drop slide for older children! They offer an indoor only pass so if you just want to enjoy the soft play it is only £2 per adult and £6 per child. At Cafe Moo Moo there are the Cowpat Cannons - children can have fun shooting the soft balls while you enjoy a coffee or lunch. And now they are very excited to announce that they are converting the old animal barn into a fantastic new soft play centre with 6 slides, a self contained toddler’s squishy farmyard and a baby sensory zone, as well as an indoor picnic area and sit on tractors. This is scheduled to be ready at around Christmas time, but do check www.fishersfarmpark.co.uk for details nearer the time.

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Baby Cafe Busylizzy G Live If you are in Guildford, the Busylizzy G Live Baby Cafe is a great place for lunch or a coffee with a little one in tow. The cafe has a soft play area and ride on toys for children under 5 years. This dedicated play area is open Monday - Saturday from 14:19 10am - 4pm so pop in anytime for a coffee! The cafe is child friendly with a buggy park, high chairs, baby change and a kiddie menu. It is in the foyer of G Live. Mummas & Beans in Godalming has a craft table to keep little ones busy whilst you enjoy a coffee in their cafe, plus they have a play room for under 4s (please check www.mummasandbeans.co.uk for opening times). Earlier this year, Squires Garden Centre in West Horsley, introduced Buzzy Bumbles - a soft play area for under 6s (or 130cm). It has recently been moved and is now in a covered area outside. Specky ’s Pirate Ship Many local leisure centres have soft play including Guildford Spectrum, Guildford Spectru m Cranleigh Leisure Centre, The Herons, Woking Leisure Centre and Farnborough Leisure Centre. Other Soft Play that we’d like to mention include Farncombe Funzone in Godalming (www.farncombefunzone.co.uk) which has an area specifically designed for babies less than 15 months as well as a mainframe for children of primary age. Madhatters Playhouse (madhattersplayhouse.co.uk) offers softplay for ages 0-5 years at Jacobs Well Village Hall and for ages 0-3 years at Sutton Green Village Hall. The opening hours at Jacobs Well are Monday-Wednesday 9.30am-12.30pm and at Sutton Green they are open on Fridays from 9.30am-12.30pm. Fizzy Kids (www.fizzykids.co.uk)in North Camp, Farnborough has a large toddler area with soft play for older children that has rope bridges, tunnels and a four man slide. Stay and Play (www.stayandplaysurrey.co.uk) in Farnham Town Centre offers soft play for ages up to 10. For a full listing of Soft Play places see www.FamiliesSurreyWest.co.uk/softplay.

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Run-About childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play and party centre for under 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has a new ball cannon, blower and ball eating pig. Also thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s toddler town, slides, spinner and much more. For parents they have freshly ground coffees, comfy sofas and a cafĂŠ. Entrance Prices: Under 1â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Free, Under 4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ÂŁ3.50, Over 4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ÂŁ4.50. In term time thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a 20% Discount for child-minders and an after school meal deal for just ÂŁ5.75. They also have two new party rooms, The Castle with a smoke breathing dragon and The Fish Tank. For older children they have Laser-Run (laser tag games) and Ignition (race car simulators) in the same building. Run-About, Armstrong Way, Ively Road, Farnborough 01252 370721.

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Wendy House Party Shop & Soft Play Den Wendy House Party Shop in West Byfleet has a soft play den for under 3s with a baby corner, ball pit, dressing up, dolls house, roller coaster, trains, an activity table and lots more. There is also a larger Sports Hall for 3-7 years with equipment including bouncy castle, ride ons and ball pit. Opening house are 9am-5pm daily but please call before you visit at weekends as they have a lot of exclusive use parties. They also offer complete party supplies including balloons, decorations, favours, play equipment hire, kids party bags and more. Balloon decor is their speciality and they offer free local delivery to surrounding areas (see www.wendyhouseparty.co.uk for details). Wendy House Party Shop and Soft Play Den, 44 Station Approach, West Byfleet, 01932 344105.

Rainbow Tots

Rainbow Tots is a lovely soft play area for under 5s that takes place at the Scout Hut, Waterers Rise, Knaphill. There is a bouncy castle which is a big favourite with the children plus lots of ride on toys, mini trampoline, ball pond and lots more. There is also a separate baby area with lots of baby toys. They are open in school term time on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10.30am-2.30pm. Non-walkers are ÂŁ3, walkers are ÂŁ4, babies under 6 months are ÂŁ1.50 (or free with a paying sibling). www.rainbowtots.com.

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Independent Schools INDEPENDENT SC HOOL OPEN DAYS Please contact the school to see if you need to register in advance for their open day

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Aldro School, Shackleford 01483 409020

Please contact the school. Boys 7-13 years.

Amesbury School, Hindhead 01428 604322

Thurs 6 Feb 2014. Mixed 2-13 years.

Barfield School, Runfold, Farnham 01252 782271

Fri 15 Nov. Headmaster’s talk 9.30am. Mixed 2-13 years.

Barrow Hills, Witley 01428 683639

Please contact the school. Mixed 3-13 years.

Belmont Preparatory School Holmbury St Mary 01306 730852

Tues 8 Nov. Mixed 2-13 years.

Coworth Flexlands School, Chobham 01276 855707

Please contact the school. Boys 3-7 years, Girls 3-11 years.

Cranleigh Prep School, Cranleigh 01483 542051

Please contact the school. Mixed 7-13 years.

Cranmore School, West Horsley 01483 280340

Fri 28 Feb and Sat 1 March 2014 9.30am -12pm Boys 2 ½-13 years, Girls 2 ½-4 years.

Duke of Kent School, Ewhurst 01483 277313

Please contact the school. Mixed 3-16 years.

Edgeborough, Frensham 01252 792495

Please contact the school. Mixed 2-13 years.

Farlington School, Horsham 01403 254967

Thurs 7 Nov 9.15am Boys 3-4 years, Girls 3-18 years.

Frensham Heights, Rowledge 01252 792561

Thurs 21 Nov 10.30am-12pm. Mixed 3-18 years.

Glenesk School, E Horsley 01483 282329

Thurs 1 Feb 2014 10am. Mixed 2-7 years.

Greenfield School, Woking 01483 772525

Please call the school. Mixed 3-11 years.

Guildford High School, Guildford 01483 543853 Girls 4-18 years.

Junior School: Thurs 21 Nov 10am. Senior School: Tues 12 Nov, Thurs 5 Dec 10am.

Halstead Prep School, Woking 01483 772682

Thurs 14 Nov. Girls 3-11 years.

Haslemere Prep School, Haslemere 01428 642350

Please call the school. Boys 2-13 years, Girls 2-4 years.

Highfield and Brookham School Liphook 01428 728000

Please contact the school. Mixed 3-13 years.

Hoe Bridge School, Woking 01483 760018

Mon 3 March 2014 9.30-11.30am. Mixed 2 ½-13 years.

ISL Surrey Woking 01483 750409 admissions@islsurrey.org

Baccalaureate (IB) information evening on Thurs 21 Nov. 7pm prompt start. Please book. Mixed 2-15 years, increasing to age 18 by 2016

Lanesborough School, Guildford 01483 880650

Please call the school. Boys 3-13 years.

Longacre School, Shamley Green 01483 893225

Please call the school. Mixed 2 ½-11 years.

Manor House School, Bookham 01372 457077

Tues 11 Feb 2014. Girls 2-16 years.

Moon Hall School, Holmbury St Mary 01306 731464

Please contact the school. Specialist school for dyslexic children aged 7-11 years.

Pennthorpe School, Rudgwick  01403 822391

Please contact the school. 9.30am-12pm. Mixed 2-13 years.

Ripley Court, Ripley 01483 225217

Nursery & Reception Class: Fri 22 Nov 9-11.30 am Mixed 3-13 years.

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The Royal School Haslemere/Hindhead 01428 603052

Please contact the school Girls 6 wks-18yrs, Boys 6 wks-11yrs

Rydes Hill School, Guildford 01483 563160

Mon 18 Nov 10am-12pm. Boys 3-7 years, Girls 3-11 years.

St Andrews School, Horsell 01483 760943

Fri 14 March 2014 9-11am. Mixed 3-13 years.

St Catherine’s School, Bramley 01483 899665

Prep School: Fri 8 Nov 9.30am. Girls 4-18 years.

St Edmund’s School, Hindhead 01428 609875

Please contact the school. Mixed 2-16 years.

St Hilary’s School, Godalming 01483 416551

Thurs 21 Nov 10-11.30am Boys 2-7 years, Girls 2-11 years

St Ives School, Haslemere 01428 643734

Please contact the school. Girls 2-11 years, Boys 2-4 years.

St Nicholas’ School, Fleet 01252 850121

Sat 9 Nov 10am-1pm Boys 3-7 years, Girls 3-16 years.

St Teresa’s Effingham 01372 452 037

Fri 2 May 2014. Girls 2-18 years.

Tormead School, Guildford 01483 796040 Girls 4-18 years.

Junior School: Wed 6 Nov, Tues 11 March 9.15-11am. Senior School: Tues 5 Nov, Wed 5 March 9.30-11.30am

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Prospective pupils and their families are always welcome to visit St Hilary’s either by attending the Open Day on Thursday 21 November, 10am-11.30am or by an individual appointment to tour the school and meet the Headmistress.

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Where to See Santa Aldershot The Wellington Shopping Centre Santa arrives in his Grotto on Sun 17 Nov. He will be in his grotto at intervals from 11am-4pm every weekend until Christmas as well as Mon 23 & Tues 24 Dec. Free, no booking needed. There’s also a postbox to post a letter to Santa.

Alton Watercress Line Santa Specials

See Santa on a steam train - the perfect way to start Christmas! Join Santa as you steam on a magical one hour round trip through the scenic Hampshire countryside as he visits you in your seat! Santa gives every child a gift in a special souvenir sack with soft drinks for children and wine and mince pies for the grown-ups. Departing from either Alresford or Alton, Santa Specials are Watercress Line by advance booking only. Fares from £14 and include all booking fees. Santa Specials are on 30 Nov, 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 20 - 24 December. Wheelchair passengers depart from Alresford only, please book by telephone. To find out more and to book your tickets, clickety click to www.watercressline.co.uk

Bracknell The Look Out Discovery Centre

Santa will be in The Look Out grotto from 10am-4pm on Sat 7 and Sun 8 December. A fun weekend where visitors can enjoy a free children’s entertainer, festive art and craft activities and face painting. £4 per child to see Santa or £2 if Saver ticket (£18.75) to the hands-on science exhibition is purchased. Santa will also be in his grotto on the 5 and 6 Dec for Toddler Days from 10.30am-12.30pm.

Camberley The Mall

01276 22325 Visit Father Christmas in his Grotto from Wed 11 Dec until Christmas Eve, open every day 10am-5pm, 11am-4pm on Sundays. No booking needed.

Chessington Chessington Garden Centre

Santa has confirmed that he will be in residence in his new grotto at Chessington Garden Centre from Sat 16 Nov until Tues 24 Dec. Your visit starts with a fantastic, short collective animated film starring the much loved ‘Rocket the Reindeer’. You will then embark on a magical trip through the wonderland grotto to meet Father Christmas. Along the way you’ll journey through a Wonderland of stunning fairy-tale inspired scenes. Starting with an all new, ‘Who-ville’ inspired trip to meet the Grinch and Cindy Lou & the gingerbread workers in Candy Town. It’s then off to meet the impulsive Mr Toad and other residents of Toad Hall, including Ratty, Mole and Badger. Following an

These are the places that Father Christmas will be visiting. If booking is available, we recommend booking (and sometimes it is essential), if you don’t need to book please double check times and dates with organiser, as sometimes Santa changes his plans (the North Pole weather can play havoc with his travel arrangements!).

audience with the Queen of Hearts and Alice at the Mad Hatters tea party, you’ll travel through an Icy Winter Wonderland with it’s polar bear tea party and ice skating penguins and have a chance to dance along to the great new swinging polar bear band. Your trip will conclude with a rare chance to see inside the elves mystical toy workshop before your personal meeting with Father Christmas in his magical Ice Palace. For more information including dates, times, prices and frequently asked questions, or to access their simple to use on-line booking system, please visit www.chessingtongardencentre.co.uk.

Cobham Painshill Park

Visit Father Christmas in the unique Crystal Grotto. From 7-24 Dec. Booking essential.

Squire's Garden Centre

Stoke Rd, Cobham. Santa arrives on Saturday 30 November at 10am in a fantastic fire engine! Santa will be in his grotto on Saturdays from 10.30am-4pm and Sundays from 10.30am3.30pm from 30 November, plus every weekday from Monday 16 December (check website for times) right up until Christmas eve! Free, with any donations going to the Surrey branch of the National Autistic Society. No booking needed for Grotto. Tea with Santa is available every Saturday at 4.30pm from Saturday 30 November for only £6.50. Advance ticket purchase is essential for Tea with Santa - see the events section on www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk for centre availability and times.

Cranleigh Manns of Cranleigh

101-105 High St, Cranleigh 01483 273777 Santa will be in his grotto in their brand new Toy Wonderland on the entire first floor. For times and dates please call 01483 273777.

Notcutts Garden Centre

01483 274222 Santa will be in his Grotto on Sun 17 Nov from 11.30am-4pm. The Grotto will be open every weekend until Christmas (Sat 115pm, Sun 11-4pm), plus 11am-4pm on Tues 24 Dec. No booking needed. Please call for details of the price. Also you can post a postcard to Santa. Tea and breakfast with Santa is available please call for details as you need to book this.

Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm

On Guildford Road between Shamley Green and Cranleigh. For satnavs the postcode is GU5 0SQ www.santafir.com 01483 271770 Come and see Father Christmas arrive at Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm on Sat 30 Nov at midday, all welcome. Visit Santa in his grotto (£3 per child) with all proceeds going to local charities, no booking required and all children get a present. There is also a special Santa letter box where you can post a letter to Father Christmas.

Chessington Garden Centre

Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm Ride the Barrel Train through the plantation and past the reindeer, free of charge. Also available are heavy horse and carriage rides £2 per adult and £1.50 per child and there are no age restrictions. All the above attractions (including Santa’s Grotto) are available on 30 Nov, 1, 7, 8, 14 and 15 Dec from 10am to 4pm. There are lots of fresh home grown Christmas trees to choose from and fantastic shops for decorations and gifts, so why not get your fresh Christmas tree at the same time as visiting Santa? At the weekend there is complimentary hot berry juice and a must see are the beautiful resident reindeer. Santa Fir now have 2 lovely Christmas decorations and gift shops open daily from 9-22 Nov 10am - 4pm and the Christmas Tree Farm and Shop are open daily 9am-6pm from 23 Nov closing on 24 December at 3pm. Visit www. santafir.com for directions and further details.

Dorking Denbies Wine Estate

01306876616 Santa's Cellar grotto is open every weekend from 7 Dec and from 16-24 Dec. Call for times and booking details. £ 7.25 (accompanying adults £2 includes mince pies). Includes a gift from Santa, sticker book & craft activities.

Wotton House

Guildford Rd, Dorking 01306 737458 Santa will be in his 17th century grotto on Sun 15 Dec from 10am-4pm. Plus reindeer, tots disco and face painting. £15 per child. Pre-booking essential.

Esher Claremont Landscape Garden

Come and visit Father Christmas in his decorated Thatched Cottage on Sat 14 & Sun 15 Dec 10.30am-3.30pm. Pre-booking essential on 01372 476 436. Every child receives a gift. £10 per child (includes admission) + Normal Admission for accompanying family: Adult £7.50, Child £3.75, Under 5s and NT Members free.

Farnborough Princes Mead Shopping Centre

01252 375520 Free Santa’s Grotto with small gifts from Sun 24 Nov and every weekend in Dec from 11am-3.30pm. No booking required.

The Wey & Arun Canal Trust

SANTA CRUISES

Meet Santa on the Wey & Arun Canal at Loxwood The boat departs from the Onslow Arms (on B2133) 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd & 23rd Dec at 11am, 12noon & 2pm Gifts from Santa for all children under 12 years. Mince pies & mulled wine for adults. Tickets £9 each (under 12 months free)

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Santa will also be at several Christmas Fairs and other events - please see our What’s On listing on pages 17-20.

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Surrey West

Where to See Santa Farnham Birdworld

A visit to see Santa at Birdworld is a tradition that goes back quite a few years with parents visiting now who had been as children themselves. It really is everything you would expect and in addition to meeting Santa to receive a personal present, children can also enjoy meeting the elves, enjoying the extensive winter wonderland scenes and even coming face to face with Birdworld’s very own Reindeer! (Well of course they are Santa’s reindeer really but they live at Birdworld all year round when present deliveries are not needed!). There are two options for visiting Birdworld at Christmas. You have the choice of just enjoying the Christmas experience (Silver pass) or combining it with a visit to the rest of the Birdworld attractions (Gold pass.). In case you are concerned about booking the full visit and then being hampered by bad weather, the visit to the park can be transferred to a later date - this can be decided on the day of your visit thereby giving you complete flexibility! Booking couldn’t be easier - simply go to the Birdworld website and book on line at www.birdworld. co.uk or if you would prefer to speak directly to an ‘elf’, call 01420 22992.

Birdworld

The Rural Life Centre

Rural Life Centre

Experience the magical “Santa Specials” at the Rural Life Centre, Reeds Rd, Tilford, near Farnham on 7, 8, 14 and 15 Dec sometime between 11am to 5pm. Take an exciting journey on the light railway and then enter the castle to see the model railway. Next your adventure takes you to the toy workshop where the cheeky elves will be very busy. You may even be asked to help! You can see the live animals, there may be sheep, donkeys, or if you are very lucky you may see a reindeer. After this Mother Christmas will greet you and take you to see Santa in his grotto. There will be presents for the children of course and a mince pie and drink for everyone. All included in the ticket, which costs £11 for children and £7 for adults. Booking is essential for this fantastic experience. Further details at www.rural-life.org.uk or call 01252 795571.

GODALMING Secretts Garden Centre

Portsmouth Rd, Milford 01483 520500. Santa’s Grotto will be open on Sat 30 Nov and Sun 1 Dec then every weekend until Christmas. On Sat 30 Nov Santa arrives at midday - every other day the grotto will be open from 11am-4pm. The cost will be max £3.50 per child and all proceeds will go to charity.

GUILDFORD Elphicks Department Store

West St, Farnham 01252 716222 Father Christmas will be in his Grotto on Sat 7, 14 and 21 Dec 10am-4pm (Santa has his lunch from 1-2pm). £3.50, includes a toy. No booking needed.

Squire’s Garden Centre

Badshot Lea Rd, Badshot Lea. Share magical memories with your children this Christmas at Squire’s Garden Centre Badshot Lea with their new 4D Christmas experience. Join the playful elves to see Boris the Dog in his special effects 4D film adventure in Squire's cinema. You and your children will get to experience the antics of Boris the Dog in his Christmas adventure ‘Boris in the Winter Forest’ in stunning 3D, whilst experiencing a number of special effects, turning the magic of Christmas into an extra sensory experience. Then, continue your journey to visit Santa with a rare chance to see inside his special toy workshop, before he dashes off to load up his sleigh. The experience, which is enjoyable for the whole family, will take up to 25 minutes and children will receive an early Christmas present. Your magical moment with Santa will be captured with professional photography and a memento will be available to purchase including glitter globes, frames and Christmas baubles. Booking advised by calling 0843 178 1303 (local number) or via www. squiresgardencentres.co.uk/boris. £7 per child before 15 Dec, £8 per child after Win 4 tickets to 18 Dec, adult £3. See website see Santa at Squires! for dates and times. Come and greet Santa as he arrives To enter visit www. FamiliesSurreyWest. in his bright red fire engine on Sat 16 Nov at 10am. co.uk/competitions (ts & cs online - ends 30/11/13)

The Friary Centre

Santa arrives in his Grotto at 2pm on Thurs 21 Nov and will be in his grotto at various dates until Christmas. £4.50 per child. Please see http://thefriarycentre.com/ for more details.

HASLEMERE Haslemere Educational Museum

Santa will be in his Victorian Parlour on Fri 20 Dec, Sat 21 Dec and Mon 23 Dec from 10.30am4.30pm and Tues 24 Dec from 10.30am-12.30pm. Mem £4, non-mem £5. No need to book. Children receive a gift. Santa will also be at the Museum on Sun 1 Dec as part of the Christmas market (11am-3pm) £3, no need to book.

LEATHERHEAD Bocketts Farm Park

Fetcham, Leatherhead 01372 363764. Experience a Magical Christmas at Bocketts Farm, as Father Christmas returns. From 28 Nov to 24 Dec, children will love to hop on board the Santa Express to his magical hay barn workshop. Once inside, each child will meet Santa and receive a gift! Voted one of the top 6 places in the UK to see Santa by ‘The Guardian’.

Bocketts Farm Park

Also from 1 Dec, hundreds of Christmas Trees and wreaths will be on sale, and the Gift Shop selling a great variety of toys, gifts, games and sledges is not to be missed! What’s more, they’ll be 25 gorgeous new born lambs due, and plenty of indoor play! £5.95 to see Santa in addition to farm park entry. £9.95 to see Santa when not visiting the farm. No booking required. Simply turn up on the day and book into the next available time slot. There is no queuing and you can enjoy the farm whilst you wait! Visit www.bockettsfarm.co.uk for more details.

LOXWOOD (NR CRANLEIGH) The Wey & Arun Canal

Loxwood, West Sussex Join in the fun of a festive Santa Cruise on board a beautifully decorated boat and travel along the Wey & Arun Canal and through a restored lock. All children under 12 years old will receive a gift from Santa who will board the boat at the lock whilst adults enjoy mulled wine and mince pies. The boat departs from The Wharf next to the Onslow Arms on the B2133 in Loxwood (free car parking). The Wey & Arun Canal The trips take 40 minutes and depart at 11am, 12noon and 2pm on Sun 8, Sat 14, Sun 15, Sat 21, Sun 22 and Mon 23 Dec. Tickets cost £9 per person (under 12 months are free). It is advisable to book in advance. Call 01403 752403 or email office@weyandarun. co.uk. For details of Boxing Day and New Year’s Day cruises visit www.weyandarun.co.uk/ tripboats.

Morden Morden Hall Park

Morden Hall Road, Morden, SM4 5JD Christmas Festive Weekends where you can visit Santa’s Grotto to receive a special Christmas gift and then follow a festive trail through the park are on 7, 8, 14 & 15 Dec from 11am-4pm. Soak up the atmosphere in the stable yard with local food and craft stalls, visit the community Christmas tree exhibition and enjoy live music and carols and try your hand at wreath making. Santa’s Grotto £8 per child (booking essential). To book, please phone 020 8545 6850 or email mordenhallparkevents@nationaltrust.org.uk.

MYTCHETT Basingstoke Canal Centre

Mytchett 01252 370073 Take a boat trip to see Father Christmas, then enjoy crafts and refreshments. Children receive a gift. £12.50 peak, £10 off peak. Booking essential.

WEST HORSLEY Squire’s Garden Centre

Epsom Rd, West Horsley Santa arrives on Saturday 30 November at 10am in a fantastic vintage car! Santa will be in his grotto on Saturdays from 10.30am-4pm and Sundays from 10.30am-3.30pm from 30 November, plus every weekday from Monday 16 December (check

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website for times) right up until Christmas eve! Free, with any donations going to Headley Court Rehabilitation Centre. No booking needed for Grotto. Tea with Santa is available every Saturday at 4.30pm from Saturday 30 November for only £6.50. Advance ticket purchase is essential - see the events section on www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk for centre availability and times.

Where to See Santa

Christmas Wonderland

Weybridge Brooklands Museum

Santa will be borrowing a VC10 aircraft to meet his young fans. For children aged 5-11, normal admission of £5.50 + £5 for a visit to Santa (includes a small present). Accompanying adults and seniors pay normal Museum admission. For Children under 5, admission to the Museum is free and they can also visit Santa for £5. On Sat 7, Sun 8, Sat 14, Sun 15 and Sat 21 Dec. Booking is advised on 01932 857381.

Meet Santa and his Reindeer! On selected dates throughout December

WINCHESTER Marwell Wildlife

23 Nov - 24 Dec (for specific dates please see www.marwell.org.uk/christmas). Join the elves in their toy factory at Marwell Hall and warm yourself with a glass of mulled wine, or blackcurrant, and a festive treat. Follow Mrs Claus as she welcomes you through to her parlour for the classic festive tale of The Night Before Christmas. Step into the elf workshop to decorate your own festive stocking before meeting Santa in his sparkling grotto and receive a special gift. Please pre-book.

For more information, or to book call us on 01420 22992 or visit our website at www.birdworld.co.uk

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Fishers Adventure Farm Park

Wisborough Green, W Sussex. 01403 700063 A spectacular experience awaits you at Fishers Adventure Farm Park’s ‘The Magic of Christmas’. A magical winding pathway, with an array of twinkling lights, guides you towards a cosy log fire in Father Christmas’s festive grotto, where Father Christmas awaits your visit. You’ll be able to pick your own present in the enchanting Toy Factory with the cheery elves! Stop by the ‘North Pole Post’ on your way to the interactive nativity with real-life donkeys. Father Christmas will be visiting every weekend from Sat 7 Dec. And don’t miss the thigh-slappingly brilliant panto Aladdin as well or why not enjoy a Christmas feast in the Saddle Rooms Restaurant. Aladdin, Fishers Farm Park Father Christmas Grotto Experience (including ‘pick your own’ present) and entry to Fishers is £19.50 per child (Adult £13.50). Father Christmas Grotto Experience (including ‘pick your own’ present) £8.50 per person (doesn’t include admission to Fishers or Pantomime Ticket). ‘Annual Membership’ holders will be entitled to 10% off. Panto only tickets are also available. Father Christmas will land on the roof on Sat 7 Dec...for his first visit to his grotto - so listen out for those footsteps on the rooftop and jingling bells!

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WOKING Mizens Railway

Knaphill. Santa will be visiting on Sun 8, 15 and 22 Dec 10.30am-3pm. Adult £8, child £8. All child ticket holders get a present from Father Christmas and adults receive a hot drink and mince pie. Booking essential. www.mizens-santa.org.uk.

New Victoria Theatre

Santa will be in his Grotto at the theatre from 6 - 24 Dec from 12pm to show start time and when there are no shows 5pm. £4 for panto ticket holders, £5 for all others. Free goodie bag.

Squire’s Garden Centre

Littlewick Road, Horsell, Woking. Squire’s Garden Centre, Woking, will celebrate the launch of their free to visit Christmas Grotto by welcoming Santa on Saturday 30 November at 10am. Santa will arrive to the centre in a fantastic red and white VW Camper! Santa will be in his grotto on Saturdays from 10.30am-4pm and Sundays from 10.30am-3.30pm from 30 November, plus every weekday from Monday 16 December (check website for times) right up until Christmas eve! Free, with any donations to Sam Beare Hospices. Children will receive a present. No booking needed for Grotto. You can also have Tea with Santa every Saturday at 4.30pm and Sunday at 4pm from Saturday 30 November for only £6.50. Advance ticket purchase is essential - see the events section on www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk for centre availability and times.

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Surrey West

Christmas Noticeboard New Baby Reindeer at Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm Santa Fir is on Guildford Road between Shamley Green and Cranleigh. For satnavs the postcode is GU5 0SQ 01483 271770 www.santafir.com. Santa Fir is delighted to have a new baby reindeer, Dora for visitors to see. Born in May, she is one of six reindeer at the farm and is absolutely gorgeous. Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm has a huge selection of fresh home grown trees to choose from, plus you can also see Father Christmas in his grotto (£3 per child), post a letter to Santa in the special post box, have a go on a heavy horse and carriage ride (adult £2, child £1.50) and have a Barrel Train Ride through the plantation free of charge. Together with hot complimentary berry juice and fantastic shops for decorations it really gets you in the Christmas spirit! Before you go, download and print the Childrens Christmas Competition from www.SantaFir.com and bring it with you when you visit. Whilst walking around see how many questions you can answer and when complete hand it in at the pay station to claim your prize. Please see www.santafir.com for opening dates and times.

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Pre-schooler Christmas specials, gingerbread decorating, clue trail, festive crafts, tree sales and much more! Booking essential call 01420 23666 forestry.gov.uk/aliceholt Alice Holt Forest

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A Different Gift Idea for Christmas For a unique and worthwhile present this Christmas, a Reading Chest Gift Voucher is perfect for all young children who are learning to read. Reading Chest is a through-the-post book rental service for 4 to 9 year olds. It works in a similar way to DVD rental services, giving children access to a huge range of reading books perfectly suited to their reading ability. A gift voucher costs from £25 for a 3 month membership to Reading Chest. It comes complete with a book bag, reward chart, stickers and a choice of book to keep. (‘A Christmas Journey’ by Brian Wildsmith is their current favourite!) Children can then look forward to receiving their own deliveries of wonderful reading books. Imagine how exciting it is when your favourite little person receives their very own post! Members get all the other usual Reading Chest benefits including certificates which are available to download from the Reading Chest website and budding literary critics can even see their own book reviews published online! Go to www. readingchest.co.uk to find out more.

Outdoor Ice skating at Christmas

Family festive fun

From Santa to sleigh rides and carols to crafts... Please call individual properties for their full programme of Christmas events.

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Clandon Park and Hatchlands Park: 01483 222482 Morden Hall Park: 020 8545 6850 Polesden Lacey: 01372 452048

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Surrey West

There’s something very special about outdoor ice skating at Christmas with a beautiful building as a backdrop. Here are some to try (please pre-book): Winchester Cathedral Open air ice rink and Christmas market. The ice rink will be open from 21 Nov - 5 Jan (except Christmas Day). Book online winchester-cathedral.org.uk/christmas/ice-rink. Hampton Court Palace The ice rink will be open from 30 Nov - 12 Jan (closed on Christmas Day). Book at www.hamptoncourticerink.com. The Royal Pavillion Brighton. The Royal Pavilion Ice Rink is open from 9 Nov 19 Jan. Book at www.royalpavilionicerink.co.uk. Somerset House The Strand, London. Skate at Somerset House from 14 Nov – 5 Jan. Book at www.somersethouse.org.uk/ice-rink.

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We took every care preparing these entries but sometimes events are cancelled or times changed. Please double check event with organiser to avoid disappointment. Until 19 January

The Alien Invasion, The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Open Tues-Sat 10.30am-5pm and Sun 11am-5pm. Closed Mondays and Bank Holidays. Free entry, donations welcome. Prepare for a Martian invasion, as this family friendly exhibition takes the science fiction theme back to its Surrey roots. Featuring alien robots, movie posters, bicyles, rare books, a Martian tripod, comics and hands-on activities such as draw your own comic strip, an ‘Alien Survival Kit Trail’ and dress up like an alien.

Tuesday 5 November Storytelling for Under 5s The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 11-11.40am. Suggested donation £2. Stories and hands-on creative fun. Spaces allocated from 10.30am.

Friday 8 November Elmer and Wilbur Haslemere Educational Museum, 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Listen to the story, make your own patchwork elephant and see if you can find the elephants hiding in the galleries. For under 5s with an adult. No booking needed. 10.30am to 11.30am. Adult £1, child £2.

Museum Monkeys Chertsey Museum 33 Windsor St, Chertsey 01932 565764 9.30-11am. Singing, stories and crafts for under 5s with an adult. Booking essential £4.50 per child.

Saturday 16 November Torch Parade and Fireworks Extravaganza Weyfield Primary Academy is holding a Torch Parade and Fireworks Extravaganza. Everyone is welcome to attend, which will include local community groups and a Samba Band, leaving at 7pm from Slyfield Green in Guildford finishing at Weyfield Primary Academy, where a wide range of refreshments will be on offer, before a professional fireworks display on the school field at 8pm. Free event, everyone welcome. Pottery Snowmen The West End Centre Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 10.30am-12.30pm. £3 per person for ages 3+ with an adult. Have fun with clay and make a snowman figure which will be fired and glazed for you. Booking advised. Wild Woodland Day, Painshill Park Portsmouth Rd, Cobham 01932 868113 Create woodland art, track winter wildlife, build a shelter and toast marshmallows. For ages 8-13 yrs. 10am-4pm. £30. Booking essential.

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Monday 18 November

Wild Club, Sayers Croft Trust Cranleigh Road, Ewhurst Free drop-in club for ages 5 and under with an adult. No booking needed. 10am12pm. Free, donations welcome.

Goodnight Moon Enchanted Wood 1-3 East St, Farnham Story, dance, drama, games and a simple craft. 1010.45am. Free, but booking essential on 07956 182 488 or email joanne@actoneadventures.co.uk.

Introduction to Darkroom Printing, Farnham Maltings Bridge Sq, Farnham 01252 745444 10am-1pm. £15. Photographer Angela Walker will guide you through traditional photographic printing. Booking essential. Art Club: Decorate Watts Gallery Down Lane, Compton 01483 810235 Make festive decorations in terracotta clay and collect them in time for Christmas. 10.30am-1pm for ages 10-12 and 2-4.30pm for ages 13–16. Please pre-book. £6. Pause with a Poppy Elmbridge Museum Church St, Weybridge 01932 843573 2-4.30pm. No booking, first come first served basis. For children with an adult. £1.50 per child. Find out why the poppy flower is so significant and make your own personalised poppy.

Friday 15 November Painting for under 5s The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 11-11.45am. £3 per child, adult free. Booking essential.

Tuesday 19 November Storytelling for Under 5s The Lightbox See Tues 5 Nov. Hibernating Animals Surrey Heath Museum Knoll Road, Camberley 01276 707100 Drop-in activities for the under 5s. 10.30am–12pm, free.

Tues 19 Nov - Sat 21 Dec 19th Century Childhood Exhibition, Museum of Farnham 38 West St, Farnham 01252 715094 Open Tues-Sat 10am–5pm. Learn about life in 19th century Farnham from a child’s viewpoint. From toys and play to the horrors of the workhouse plus you can make a Victorian toy. Free entry.

Friday 22 November Snail Trail Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Follow the story of one snail’s trail and then make a trail of your own. For under 5s with an adult. No booking needed. 1.30-2.30pm. Adult £1, child £2.

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Saturday 23 November Sci-Fi invasion: 50 years of British Science Fiction Guildford Library 77 North St, Guildford A day of events to celebrate British sci-fi. Kev Sutherland is a comic writer and artist and is available later in the day to do caricatures (£2 payable on the day.) There’s a fancy dress competition and a hunt the monster trail.

Sunday 24 November Baby Expo, Surrey Sports Park University of Surrey, Guildford Baby-planners, parents-to-be and young families can enjoy an informative and fun-filled day with expert pregnancy and parenting advice, a fabulous entertainment line-up and 100’s of exhibitors, Cbeebies special guests and Families Magazine will be there too! Do come and say hello. Entry £3 - to win one of 50 pairs of tickets see www.babyexpobabyshow.co.uk and quote discount code Family.

Thursday 28 November Jazz It Up Ceramics Mummas & Beans Queen St, Godalming Jazz It Up Ceramics will be doing a POP UP ceramics hand & footprint session from 11am-1pm. So if you’re a new mum with a baby or toddler looking to get hand & footprints on ceramics or Silver Handprint Jewellery items then pop along to their one-to-one bespoke service. They do all the work to create wonderful prints so you can sit back with your little one and enjoy the experience. Perfect for Christmas presents. Booking is advised, please call 07976 647507.

Saturday 30 November We Three Kings Christmas Festivities, Polesden Lacey Gt Bookham, Nr Dorking 01372 452048 11am-4pm. See the house dressed for a period Christmas and discover the stories of the three kings who visited Polesden – Edward VII, George V and George VI. Enjoy sleigh rides, food tastings and meet Santa who will be roving in the house. Normal admission for grounds, plus additional charge for the house, including members: adult £4, child £2, Family £10. On Sat & Sun 30 Nov, 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22 Dec. Christmas Drop-In Day Activities, Museum of Farnham 38 West St, Farnham 01252 715094 11am-2pm. £3 per child, under 3s free. Christmas crafts which explore Victorian Christmas traditions. Don’t forget to see Mrs Christmas in the Grotto. Accompanied children only. Family Fun: Festive Craft Painshill Park Portsmouth Rd, Cobham 01932 868113 10am-1pm Make Christmas

Contact Families Surrey West on 01737 558898

decorations. (One adult required for every two children.) For ages 5-13. Adult £12, child £8. Booking essential.

Sun 1 - Tues 31 Dec Christmas Clue Trail Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 Solve the clues along the trail to win a prize! Pick up a pack from the cafe. Also, a wide variety of Christmas trees, fresh from the forest, will be on sale. Also, parties of 5 or more can do gingerbread decorating at the café. Adults can enjoy mulled wine and mince pies while the children have fun decorating gingerbread. £3.95 for gingerbread decorating or £6.95 for gingerbread decorating and a children’s meal. Booking essential for gingerbread decorating by calling 01420 521267.

Sunday 1 December We Three Kings Christmas Festivities, Polesden Lacey See entry on 30 Nov. Regency Ball, Clandon Park West Clandon, Guildford 01483 222482 12-4pm. Enjoy a Christmas Regency Ball. Regency dances, talks, Regency food tasters, games and period dressing up for all the family. Included in admission.

Monday 2 December Christmas - Stick Man Enchanted Wood 1-3 East Street, Farnham Story, dance, drama, games and a simple craft. 10-10.45am. Free, but booking essential on 07956 182 488 or joanne@actoneadventures.co.uk.

Tuesday 3 December Storytelling for Under 5s The Lightbox See Tues 5 Nov.

Thursday 5 December Toddler Day - Woodland Animals The Look Out Discovery Centre Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell RG12 7QW 01344 354400 Extra toddler activities include art & craft, play dough, face or hand painting and story telling. £6.50 per parent and toddler plus £1.50 for an extra child. Jazz It Up Ceramics Mumms & Beans See listing on Thurs 28 November.

Friday 6 December Toddler Day, The Look Out Discovery Centre See 5 Dec. Gruffulo Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Listen to this story and make your own Gruffulo picture. For under 5s with an adult. No booking needed. 10.30-11.30am. Adult £1, child £2.

Surrey West

Christmas activities at Alice Holt Forest

What’s On Diary Saturday 7 December 3D Christmas Design Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High Street, Haslemere Make a number of different cards using a variety of techniques. For ages 5-11. Booking advised. 10.30am-12pm. Member £5, non-member £7. We Three Kings Christmas Festivities, Polesden Lacey See listing on Sat 30 November. Make a Wreath on the Heath Pond car park, Old Lane, Ockham, KT11 1ND Join Surrey Wildlife Trust Ranger Gemma Grant to make a Christmas wreath. Drop-in session from 10am-2pm, suitable for the whole family. Suggested donation adults £2, children £1. Wild Club, Sayers Croft Trust Cranleigh Road, Ewhurst Free drop-in club for children aged 5 years and under with an adult. No booking needed. 10am-12pm. Free, donations welcome. Natural Christmas Crafts Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 11am-2pm. For all ages. Free drop in session at the new Visitor Centre.

Sat 7 - Sat 21 December Twelve Days of Christmas Trail Aldershot Military Museum Queens Av, Aldershot 0845 603 5635 Open Wed-Fri 10am–5pm, Sat & Sun 11am–4pm. Trail inspired by the Twelve Days of Christmas. Admission Adult £3.20, Child 5-15 £2.10 (under 5 free), family (2+2) £8.

Sunday 8 December Alice Holt Forest Farnham 01420 23666 Caterpillar Crafts www.caterpillar-crafts.com An exciting opportunity for young people with a disability or additional needs, and their families, to have a fun-filled day in the woods. Please pre-book. 10.30am-2pm. Christmas Elves Crafty Session Free drop in session at the new Visitor Centre for younger children of all abilities from 11am-2pm. Open Day - Christmas Special The Guildford Model Engineering Society Stoke Park Guildford 11am-3pm. See www.gmes.org.uk for details. We Three Kings Christmas Festivities, Polesden Lacey See entry on 30 November. Christmas Charity Day Secretts Garden Centre Chapel Lane, Milford 01483 520500 11am-3.30pm. Charity stalls plus a mini pantomime (three performances at various times in the day). Free, no booking needed.

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Christmas at the Semaphore Tower, Surrey Wildlife Trust Chatley Heath Semaphore Tower, Ockham Common 01483 795471 (Park at Boldermere car park, approx 15-20 min walk) 10am12pm or 1-3pm. £10. Meet Father Christmas and his elves, receive a gift, make some Christmas crafts, enjoy a nature trail and listen to carols. Recommended for ages 4-8 with an adult. Booking essential. Santa Fun Run Mercedes Benz World Brooklands, Weybridge 10am. Adult £10, under 16 £5. You can choose to run, jog or walk the 2.5km or 5km distance. Suitable for all the family with adults receiving a free suit and children a free hat. In aid of Woking Hospice. Please pre-register. See www.wsbhospices.co.uk for details.

Monday 9 December Babes in the Wood Christmas Special, Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 For ages 14 months - 2 1/2 yrs with an adult. 10.30am-12pm or 2-3.30pm. £9. There’ll be plenty of seasonal crafts with a story and songs after a short walk in the woods. Refreshments and a gift included. Booking essential. Christmas Outdoor Adventure Chantry Wood Pilgrim’s Way, Shalford, Guildford Tinsel trail, games and art & craft with visit and present from Father Christmas. Booking essential on 07956 182 488 or email joanne@ actoneadventures.co.uk. 10am. £5 per family.

Tuesday 10 December Babes in the Wood Christmas Specials, Alice Holt Forest See listing on 9 December.

Wednesday 11 December Christmas Arts & Crafts for Under 5’s, Mummas & Beans 10 Queen Street, Godalming 2.453.45pm. £5 and £2.50 siblings. Fun arts and crafts for pre-schoolers with a Christmas theme. Booking essential on 07956 182 488 or joanne@actoneadventures.co.uk.

We Three Kings Christmas Festivities, Polesden Lacey See entry on 30 November.

Little Explorer Christmas Special, Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 For ages rising 3 to 4 yrs. Seasonal crafts, a story and songs after a short winter walk. 10.30am12pm or 2-3.30pm. £10 (includes parking permit).

Friday 13 December Painting for under 5s The Lightbox See entry on 15 Nov. Museum Monkeys Chertsey Museum See entry on 15 November.

Saturday 14 December Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 Chocolate Presents 10am-11.30am or 1-2.30pm. £12.50. Come and have some fun with the Crafty Chefs, making edible chocolate presents. They will give you the recipes so if you need to make a few more you can! Suitable for all ages up to 10 years. These workshops are a great opportunity for children to develop their cooking skills in a safe and fun environment. They specialise in food for children with food allergies and intolerances and can cater for these – just call Jane. Advance booking essential. For more information contact Jane Hankins on 07824 812382 or jane@craftychefs.co.uk Great Gifts! 10am-3pm. £35. 11-16 years. Make textile gifts using both sewing machine and hand sewn techniques. Bring a sewing machine or reserve one at booking. Booking essential. Christmas Tree Photo Decorations 10am-12pm or 2-4pm. £10. Make festive photo images without a camera in the darkroom, and then you can decorate them. Booking essential.

Thursday 12 December

Felt Christmas Baubles The West End Centre Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 10.30am-12.30pm. £3 per person for ages 3+ with an adult. Create some beautiful Christmas handfelted decorations using soft merino woollen fibres, beads, ribbons and sequins. Please bring a small towel with you. Booking advised.

Christmas Arts & Crafts for Under 5’s, Archie’s Launchpad The North Barn, Lion and Lamb Way, Farnham Fun arts and crafts for preschoolers with a Christmas theme. 11am-12pm. £5 and £2.50 siblings. Booking essential on 07956 182 488 or joanne@actoneadventures.co.uk.

Christmas Trail Sayers Croft Trust Cranleigh Rd, Ewhurst 01483 275990 Annual Christmas trail. Meet fun Christmas characters, play games and find the clues to meet someone special! 12-3pm. £4 per child in advance (£5 on the day).

Little Explorer Christmas Special, Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 For ages rising 3 to 4 years. Seasonal crafts, a story and songs after a short winter walk. 2-3.30pm. £10 (includes parking permit).

Simple Woodcraft Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 11am-2pm. Ideal for ages 8+. Free drop in session at the new Visitor Centre. Watts Gallery Down Lane, Compton 01483 810 235 Art Club: Collage £6. See imaginative Victorian photo frames and use collage and illustration to make your own unusual hand-made gift. 10.30am1pm for ages 10-12 and 2-4.30pm for ages 13–16. Please pre-book. Mini Curators - Victorian Decorations 11am-12pm. See designs made by Mary Watts then hunt for patterns, colours and shapes to make Victorian decorations. For children aged 5+. Free. No booking needed. Victorian Christmas Craft Elmbridge Museum Church St, Weybridge 01932 843573 2-4.30pm. No booking, first come first served basis. For children with an adult. £1.50 per child. Have a go at a range of fun craft activities. Festive Fun! Lightwater Country Park The Avenue, Lightwater Come to the Heathland Visitor Centre and take part in the Christmas treasure hunt (outdoors) and on your return collect your rewards. Also, make a Christmas card or hat. Drop-in from 11am-3pm. Family event. £3 per child, accompanying adults free. Christmas Mobile Decorations The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 For ages 4+ with an adult. Drop in anytime from 1.30-4pm. Suggested donation £2. Farm Animals Secretts Garden Centre Chapel Lane, Milford 01483 520500 Farm animals will be visiting from 10am-3pm.

Sat 14 Dec - Sun 5 Jan Claremont Christmas Trail Claremont Landscape Garden Portsmouth Rd, Esher 01372 467 806 10am-3pm. Admission: £7.50 Adults, £3.75 Children Under 5s and NT Members free + 50p for trail. Closed on Christmas Day. Winter Wonders Trail Winkworth Arborteum Godalming 01483 208477 10am-3pm. Follow the traditional Christmas children’s trail around the Arboretum. Admission + 50p for trail. Closed 25 Dec.

Sunday 15 December We Three Kings, Polesden Lacey See listing on 30 Nov.

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We took every care preparing these entries but sometimes events are cancelled or times changed. Please double check event with organiser to avoid disappointment. Christmas Animal Visit, Hatchlands Park East Clandon, Guildford 01483 222482 1-3pm. Visit the animals in the courtyard and meet Father Christmas. Included in admission. There’s also a Carol Concert from 3-4pm, booking essential for concert on 01483 444334. Seasonal Willow Craft, Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 11am-2pm. For adults and children. Free drop in session at the new Visitor Centre.

Tuesday 17 December Christmas Disco Party for Under 5’s Mummas & Beans 10 Queen Street, Godalming Fun disco for preschoolers with visit from Father Christmas and present. 10-10.45am. £7 and £3.50 siblings. Booking essential on 07956 182 488. Storytelling, The Lightbox See Tues 5 Nov.

Wednesday 18 December Christmas Adventure Morning Guide Headquarters Nightingale Road, Guildford Active Adventure from 9.45-10.30am and Art & Crafts from 10.45-11.30am. With a visit and present from Father Christmas. £7 per session or £12 for both (siblings half price). Booking essential on 07956 182 488 or joanne@actoneadventures.co.uk. Christmas Disco Party for Under 5’s Mummas & Beans 10 Queen Street, Godalming Fun disco for preschoolers with visit from Father Christmas and present. 1.45-2.30pm. £7 and £3.50 siblings. Booking essential on 07956 182 488 or email joanne@actoneadventures.co.uk.

Thursday 19 December Music with Mummy Christmas Party Jacobs Well Village Hall Jacobs Well Rd, Jacobs Well 10.30am-12.30pm and 3.30pm-5.30pm. A party filled with wonderful Christmas songs, dance, games and of course a visit from Santa. £5 per child which includes a party bag, present and refreshments. For under 5s with an adult. To book call Rachael on 01276 489470 or email rachael@musicwithmummyguildford.co.uk. Crafternoon, Sayers Croft Trust Cranleigh Road, Ewhurst 01483 275 990 Drop in for an afternoon of crafty fun with a Christmas theme. Booking advised. 2-4pm. £2 per child (adults and children under 2 free).

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Christmas Decorations Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High Street, Haslemere 01428 642112 Listen to a festive story and make a decoration to take home. For under 5s with an adult. No need to book. 10.30-11.30am. Adult £1, child £2.

Christmas Day Swim or Skate, Spectrum Guildford 01483 443322 Ice Skating from 10.30am-12pm £5.80 (+£1.90 skate hire) and Swimming (all 4 pools) 10am-12pm £5.80. Pre-booking essential.

Fri 20 Dec – Mon 6 Jan Kids Go Free, The View from the Shard London Each adult ticket to The View from The Shard entitles two children to enter free of charge. Tickets can be purchased from www.theviewfromtheshard.com.

Saturday 21 December Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High Street, Haslemere 01428 642112 Christmas Crafts For 5-11 years. Booking advised. 10.30am-12pm. Mem £5, non-mem £7. Haslemere Mummers Traditional play - 20 minutes of family fun. No need to book. 11am. Entry by donation. Make! Crochet & Finger Knitting Watts Gallery Down Lane, Compton 01483 810 235 11am-1pm or 2-4pm. £6. Pre-booking essential. Children must be with an adult (adult is free). We Three Kings Christmas Festivities, Polesden Lacey See listing on 30 November. Christmas Family Fun, Ascot Racecourse Entertainment includes fairground rides, reindeer, Father Christmas and a carol concert.

Sat 21 Dec - Sun 5 Jan Enchanted Trail, RHS Garden Wisley Woking 0845 260 9000 Closed 25 and 31 Dec. 10am-3.30pm. A festive family adventure suitable for ages 4-10 with an adult.

Sunday 22 December We Three Kings Christmas Festivities, Polesden Lacey See listing on 30 November.

Monday 23 December Princess and Pirate School www.mylittleprincessparties.co.uk In Lightwater. Join Princess Belle and her fairy friend for 2 fun filled hours of Christmas games, arts & crafts and story time. Ages 3-7. 11am-1pm. £12.50 per child. To book please call 01252 727979.

Thurs 26 Dec - Sun 5 Jan Polesdenopoly, Polesden Lacey Gt Bookham, nr Dorking 01372 452048 10.30am3pm. Become a millionaire like Mrs Greville in the fun, family version throughout the Polesden grounds. Normal admission + £5 per set.

MONDAY 30 DECEMBER Parent & Toddler Bounceabout, Spectrum Guildford 01483 443322 9-10am, from walking 4 years, £5.60. Please pre-book.

Friday 3 January Princess and Pirate School See 23 Dec.

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Alice Holt Forest Farnham 01420 23666 Evergreen Christmas Wreaths On Tues 3 Dec or Wed 4 Dec. Please pre-book. 10am -12.15pm. £16. Festive Willow Crafts On Thurs 5 Dec or Sat 7 Dec. Please pre-book. 10am-12.15pm or 12.45-3pm. £16. Concert by Candlelight In St Mark’s Church, Peaslake on 7 Dec at 7.30pm, organised by Peaslake School. With fizz and canapés during the interval. £20 for adults/ older children - call 01483 202900 for bookings. Dapdune Wharf Booking essential on 01483 561389. Christmas Needledcrafts 10am-3pm. £25. Make your own Christmas tree decorations, stockings and place mats. Natural Christmas Decorations 11am2.30pm. £25 including soup and a roll lunch. Wreath Making (At Send Workshop) Wed 11 Dec 11am-2.30pm. £25. Hatchlands Park Music and Readings by Ayres and Graces On Sat 14 Dec 8-10pm. Adult £16. Advance booking essential via 01483 444334. Winkworth Arborteum Godalming 01483 208477 Wreath Making on Sun 8 Dec 11am-1pm. Admission + £15 per wreath. Booking essential.

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Aldershot The Christmas lights will be switched on in the Town Centre on Sat 16 November at 4.45pm.. From 12pm, the town centre will host a variety of free street and stage entertainment, including reindeer, the Princes Hall’s panto cast, the Aldershot Military Wives Choir, a children’s farm and more. CBeebie’s Katy Ashworth will be on the lower mall of The Wellington Centre from 3-4pm! Father Christmas is in his grotto in the Wellington Centre. Camberley Watch Raymond Briggs’ The Snowman switch on Camberley’s Christmas Lights in The Square on Sat 16 November at 4.30pm. You can meet The Snowman in The Square at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Decorate a Bauble for The Mall’s Christmas Tree at the Children’s Workshops in The Square on Sat 16 and Sun 17 Nov 11am–1pm and 2-4pm. There’s also free face painting in The Square on Sun 17 Nov 11am- 4pm. Cranleigh The Christmas light event is on Sat 23 November from 12pm, including a Santa’s grotto at Manns, rides, face painting, Mickey & Minnie Mouse, juggling jack frost, music and dance performances including Molly Moo Cow and Cranleigh Dance leading up to a finale of Christmas carols round the tree, a good old Onslow BBQ, mulled wine and a special guest Father Christmas on his sleigh to switch the lights on at 5pm. Farnborough On Sat 23 Nov Santa will arrive at 4.30pm at the Princes Mead Shopping Centre to switch on the lights. There will be entertainment from 11am with free face painting, balloon modelling, live music and characters from the Princes Hall Panto, Peter Pan. Farnham The Christmas Light Switch On event will be on Sat 30 Nov from 1-6pm in Gostrey Meadow. Look out for cast members from Peter Pan! Derek Moran, from Milkshake and Chris Carswell who is playing Aladdin will be there for the Christmas lights switch on at 4.30pm. Godalming Godalming’s Christmas Lights will be switched on on Sat 30 Nov. There’s a Festive Christmas market

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Christmas Fairs Love What We Do Love What We Do is a group of entrepreneurial mums with a passion for bringing their local community together with exciting shopping and social events with a difference. LWWD would like to invite you to their pre-Christmas event at The Cornerstone Centre in West Byfleet. Sample a fantastic range of bespoke, handcrafted, local and unusual offerings and enjoy a cuppa and a slice of delicious homemade cake all by donation to Woking Hospice. A welcoming, friendly atmosphere is assured. Please note that most of the vendors take only cash or cheque. On Fri 15 Nov at The Cornerstone Centre, St Johns Church, Camphill Road, West Byfleet, Surrey KT14 6EH. 9am-12pm. Free entry. Visit their Facebook page on www.facebook. com/LoveWhatWeDo for more information about LWWD and their events or see www.lovewhatwedo. co.uk. info@lovewhatwedo.com. Park Mead Primary School Christmas Fair Sat 7 Dec at Park Mead Primary School, Park Drive, Cranleigh from 12noon - 3pm.

Christmas Fair Farnham Maltings on Fri 13 Dec, 4-10pm. £1, members & under 15s free. Browse over 150 stalls featuring handmade gifts, crafts, vintage and food & drink. Santa will also be in his Grotto. Christmas Craft Fair Rural Life Centre, Tilford, Farnham. Sat 16 Nov 10.30am to 3pm. Free Admission. Traditional and modern crafts demonstrated with original and sometimes unusual gifts for sale. The museum itself is closed but refreshments will be available. Christmas Fair At Hale School, Upper Hale Road, Farnham. Featuring Santa’s arrival at 10.15am on Sat 7 Dec. Children and parents will greet Santa in the playground and then welcome him into the Fair in the Main Hall which will feature stalls, craft and refreshments until 12.30pm. Christmas Fair At Stoughton Infants School, Stoughton Road, Guildford on Sat 23 Nov from 2-4 pm. Badshot Lea Village Infant School Badshot Lea Road, Badshot Lea, Farnham. There will be a Christmas Shopping Night on Thurs 21 Nov in the school buildings from 7.30pm-10pm. Tickets cost £2.50 on the door and include a free glass of wine. There will be a wide variety of stalls selling a range of gifts. The school is also having a Winter Bazaar on Sat 30 Nov from 2-4pm and will include tombolas, face-painting and of course Father Christmas. Entry to this event is 50p per person. Christmas Fayre On Fri 29 Nov Chilworth CofE Infant School, Dorking Road, Chilworth will be holding their annual Christmas Fayre from 5.30-8pm. Entrance is £1 for adults, children free. A fantastic family event, with stalls for all ages, BBQ, entertainment for the kids, performances by the All Star Choir, Santa’s Grotto, tombolas, refreshments, raffle and much more. This year they are also introducing their first “Mince Pie Bake Off” - so if you can cook a great mince pie and would like to enter, please email them for details or check their website nearer the time. Peaslake School Christmas Fair On 23 Nov in Peaslake Village Hall. The event starts with the children’s procession from school down to the Hall at 11.45am and the fair starts at 12pm until 4pm. There will be arts, crafts and gift stalls, home produce and legendary Peaslake mums’ cakes! There will be various hot and cold food and snack stalls for lunch, mulled wine, and lots of games and a certain someone’s grotto! For more Christmas fairs see www. FamiliesSurreyWest.co.uk/fairs

Christmas Holiday Sports Courses & Holiday Camps Three Peaks Outdoor Pursuits Activity day camps at Barfield School, Farnham for all 4-13 year olds - all camps are open to nonBarfield pupils. Activities include zip wire and climbing, quad biking, archery, team games, assault course, high and low ropes and more. Camp runs 16 - 20 Dec 8.30am-4pm (early drop off and late pick up available). 0700 393 2610. www.3pks.co.uk Koosa Kids www.koosakids.co.uk 0845 0942322 Affordable, Ofsted approved childcare during the Christmas Holiday with over 350 activities on offer for 4-13 year olds! Ash Manor School, St Joseph’s Juniors Guildford, Bohunt School in Liphook and St Edmunds Primary in Godalming are open on 23 & 24 Dec. 10am-4pm or 8.15am-6pm. Fantastic low prices from £18.25, 8% discount when booking full week, 3rd child goes free. ActivKids Football Only and Multi-sports Camp for 3-12 year olds at Edgeborough School, near Farnham between Mon 16 to Fri 20 Dec. For more details or to book please see www.activkidsclubs.co.uk. Surrey Sports Park Book online or call 01483 689111. Tiny Tots Tennis The focus is on basic strokes, hand/eye coordination and games. For 3-6 yrs. Fri 27 Dec and Fri 3 Jan. 10.30-11.30am. Per day: Mem £6, non-mem £6.50. Red, Orange and Green Ball Tennis Camp Drills, skills and lots of fun! For 6-10 yrs. Fri 27 Dec and Fri 3 Jan 11.30am-1.30pm. Per day: Mem £12, non-mem £13. Yellow Ball Tennis Camp Focus on basic techniques of all strokes, mixed with plenty of fun and games. 10yrs+. Fri 27 Dec and Fri 3 Jan 1.30pm-3.30pm. Per day: Mem £12, non-mem £13. All Day Tennis Camp For 8-14 yrs. Mon 23 Dec. 10am-4pm. Mem: £40. Non-mem: £45. Price includes Christmas buffet lunch. Christmas Fun Squash Tournament A handicap squash tournament for ages 8+. Sat 21 Dec 9am-12pm. Mem: free, non-mem: £4.50. Family Fun Badminton Session A drop-in session for all the family to have fun and play badminton. Any age (under 8’s must be accompanied by an adult). Thurs 2 Jan 11am-2pm. £1 per person. Junior Storm Netball Camp For School years 4 and 5. Mon 23 Dec 10am-4pm. Mem £42.50, Non-mem: £45. Price includes Christmas buffet lunch.

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Surrey Sports Park Continued Senior Storm Netball Camp For School years 7 and 8. Mon 23 Dec 10am-4pm. Mem £42.50, Non-mem: £45. Price includes Christmas buffet lunch. Elite Storm Netball Camp For School years 9+. Mon 23 Dec 10am-4pm. Mem: £32.50. Nonmem: £35. Price includes Christmas buffet lunch. Surrey United Basketball Camp Basketball camp run by players from Surrey United, giving children the opportunity to develop their basketball skills. For 8yrs+. Fri 27 Dec 10.30am-12.30pm. Mem: £5. Non-mem: £7.50 Sports Hall Athletics Introductory session into all aspects of Sports Hall Athletics, an adapted form of indoor athletics. For 8yrs+. Fri 3 Jan 10am-12pm. Mem: £5. Non-mem: £7.50. Christmas Multi-Sports Camp Christmas-themed fun multi-sports camp giving children a beginners insight into fencing, hockey, climbing, swimming and racket sports. For 8yrs+. Mon 23 Dec 10.30am4.30pm. Mem: £40. Non-mem: £45. Price includes Christmas buffet lunch. Multi-Sports Camp Multi-sports camp giving children the opportunity to enjoy introductory

coach-led sports sessions in football, hockey, rugby and basketball. For 8yrs+. Mon 30 Dec 10.30am-4.30pm. Mem: £40, Non-mem: £45. Price includes Christmas buffet lunch. Fulham Soccer Schools 5 day soccer schools: Mon 23 Dec, Fri 27 Dec, Mon 30 Dec, Thurs 2 Jan and Fri 3 Jan. To book the following soccer courses visit www. fulhamsoccerschools.com: Billy Beginners Fun activities and games to teach football movements and rules. For 3-5 yrs. 9-11am. £12 per day, £55 for five days. Skill Development Learn new skills, techniques and team work. For 6-10 yrs. 9am-3pm. £18 per day, 5 days: £80. Player Progression Learn tactics, attacking, defending and strategies. For 11-14 yrs. 9am-3pm. £18 per day, £80 for full five days. Guildford Spectrum 01483 443322 Xtreme Activate holiday camp runs on various dates throughout the holidays. For 5-12 yrs, 10am-4pm. £23.50 per day. Xtreme Activate Xtra is from 8.30am-6pm, £32.20 per day. Trampolining Fri 27 Dec or Tues 31 Dec 2.30-4pm, 4-12 yrs, £8.60 per session. Little Golfers Fri 3 Jan 12.30-3.30pm, 5-11 yrs, £16.40. Surrey United Basketball Camp Thur 2 Jan 10am-4pm, 8-16 yrs. £29.10.

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What’s On Children’s Theatre and Concerts Camberley Theatre Knoll Rd, Camberley 01276 707600 The Snail and the Whale Wed 20 Nov 1.30 & 4.30pm, Thur 21 Nov 10.30am & 1.30pm. £10. Jack & the Beanstalk 10 Dec - 5 Jan. Chessington Garden Centre Cirque Normandie Sat 30 Nov – Sun 5 Jan. Create some special festive memories with a trip to Cirque Normandie, with all shows hosted in a centrally heated Big Top. This year’s fantastic 60 minute show will be bigger than ever, including an international cast of aerialists, acrobats and jugglers, together with Tolly the clown & Company, all specially created with children up to 10 years old in mind. Book today to avoid disappointment and look forward to family fun to remember. For more information including performances, times, prices and frequently asked questions, or to access the simple to use on-line booking system, visit www.chessingtongardencentre.co.uk.

Cirque Normandie Clandon Park West Clandon, Guildford Booking essential on 01483 444334. Carol Concert Tues 17 Dec 3-5pm or 8-10pm, Wed 18 Dec 8-10pm. Join the Oxford Singers for traditional Christmas carols in Clandon’s beautiful Marble Hall. Includes mulled wine (soft drinks for daytime concert) and mince pies at the interval. Adult £19, child £8, family £46 (2+2). Children’s Carol Concert Wed 18 Dec 4-5.45pm. The Oxford Singers perform a version of their carol concert specifically for children. Includes a surprise visit from Father Christmas plus refreshments in the interval. Adult £19, child £8, family £46 (2+2). Cranleigh Arts Centre 1 High St, Cranleigh 01483 278000 Little Sparks Regular Saturday morning show at 11am for the under 5s. 11am11.45am. Child £4, adult free. Comedy Club 4 Kids Sat 9 Nov 2pm. For ages 6+. £10. Annie Fri 6 Dec 6.30pm & 8.30pm, Sat 7 Dec 11.30am & 2pm. £10. I’ve Seen Santa Sat 14 Dec 11am & 2pm. For ages 3-7 years. £7.

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Dorking Halls Reigate Road, Dorking 01306 881717 Postman Pat It’s Showtime Sun 10 Nov 1pm & 3.30pm. Adult £14, child £12, family (2+2) £46. Aladdin Sat 21 - Sun 29 Dec. Farnham Maltings 01252 745444 Fireside Tales with Grandad Sat 9 Nov 2.30pm. £7. theatre maltings: K’Boum and Oversees (Double Bill) Mon 18 Nov 7pm. £10. A doublebill of the best of French and British contemporary circus. For ages 6+. Musicians of Bremen Sat 23 Nov 2.30pm. £7. By Sea Legs Puppet Theatre. What happens to toys when no one loves them anymore? Rather than waiting to find out, a lovable crew of old toys escape to Bremen Town to try their luck as musicians. For ages 3+. How to Catch a Star Sat 21 - Sun 22 Dec, 11.30am & 2.30pm. £7. Oliver Jeffers’ story is retold with a Christmas spin, using music and puppetry. For ages 3–7. Fishers Farm Park Wisborough Green 01403 700063 Aladdin Sat 14 Dec, Sun 15 Dec, Thurs 19 Dec, Fri 20 Dec, Sat 21 Dec, Sun 22 Dec, Mon 23 Dec and Tues 24 Dec. Packed with songs, slapstick, silliness and fairytale magic - the enchanting and spellbinding annual family Pantomime combines spectacular scenery, music & songs, jokes galore, fantasy and sparkle… Pantomime only £8.50 per person, Pantomime plus admission to Fishers Farm £13.50 per person. Pantomime, admission plus visit to Santa’s Grotto and pick your own present in the Elves’ Toy Factory £19.50 per child (£13.50 per adult). G Live London Rd, Guildford 0844 7701 797 Pinocchio Sun 10 Nov 11am & 3pm. Comedy Club 4 Kids Sat 16 Nov 3pm. Suitable for ages 6-11 and their grown-ups. In the G Live Studio. £10. Family (2+2) £31 (50p booking fee per order). A Christmas Carol in Concert Sun 1 Dec 5pm. A Christmas Carol is brought to life by a cast of 14 singers in a magical Disney-esque concert. £19.50, child £14.50, Family: £58 (+ booking fee). Santa Claus and The Christmas Adventure Tue 10 - Tue 24 Dec. A magical Christmas experience with songs, stories, a meet and greet with Santa as well as a free gift! The adventure takes place at Santa’s HQ in the North Pole. For ages 2+. Peak shows Adult £15.50, child £14.50, Family offer £58 (4 tickets, max 2 adults)+ booking fee. Guildford Choral Society: Family Christmas Concert Sun 15 Dec 3pm. Tickets: £10-£20.

Guildford Spectrum Snow White on Ice Spectrum’s creative ice team have pulled out all the stops for this year’s pantomime on ice, Snow White. The three day ice show will run from 13-15 Dec and has become an annual festive skating showcase featuring a cast of over 100 skaters. Spectrum Ice invites you to an adaptation of the fairytale of a beautiful girl, a handsome huntsman, a wicked queen and seven small jewel miners’ as the story of Snow White comes to life on ice. Tickets cost £7.50 for children and £11 for adults with family tickets available at £32. Friday matinee only, all tickets are £6 each (with an under 5’s go free offer – just quote Families, telephone bookings only). Show times - 1pm and 6pm on Fri 13 Dec and 2pm and 6pm on Sat 14 and Sun 15 Dec. To book visit www. Special guildfordspectrum.co.uk offer for and click ‘Online Tickets’ or Under 5s! call 01483 443333. Hatchlands Park East Clandon, Guildford 01483 222482 Christmas Carol Concert Sun 15 Dec 3-4pm. Booking essential on 01483 444334. Adult £5, child £3, family (2+3) £14. Enjoy Christmas carols and readings in the Music room with all the family. Come early and visit the animals in the courtyard and meet Santa! H.G Wells Centre Woking 01483 712710 A Family Christmas Concert Sat 14 Dec 2pm & 7.30pm. Epworth Choir are hosting a Celebration of Christmas with Carols old and new. In aid of charity. £12, Under 12s £6. Family discount on application. Leatherhead Theatre Church St, Leatherhead 01372 365120 Cinderella 20 Dec - 1 Jan. New Victoria Theatre Woking 0844 871 7645 Moscow City Ballet’s Romeo and Juliet Thurs 7 Nov 7.30pm. £11.90-£42.40 + £2.85 transaction fee. Moscow City Ballet’s Nutcracker Fri 8 Nov 7.30pm, Sat 9 Nov 2.30pm & 7.30pm. £11.90-£42.40 + £2.85 transaction fee. Cinderella Fri 6 Dec - Sun 5 Jan. Tickets £12£29.50. The most magical fairytale of them all comes alive on the New Victoria Theatre stage in the fun-filled family panto spectacular, Cinderella starring BAFTA awardwinning CBeebies superstar Justin Fletcher as Buttons. Joining him will be beautiful TV presenter Zoe Salmon as Cinderella (Blue Peter, Dancing on Ice) and hilarious comedian Hal Cruttenden (Live at the Apollo, Michael McIntyre’s

Cinderella at The New Victoria Theatre

Comedy Roadshow, Let’s Dance for Comic Relief) as Prince Charming’s aide Dandini. With sumptuous sets, gorgeous costumes, riotous Panto dames, real Shetland ponies, big song and dance numbers, magic and bags of audience participation, fun and laughter is guaranteed for the whole family! Book your tickets now for The Godmother of pantos! Onslow Village Hall Guildford James and the Giant Peach Fri 29 Nov 7pm, Sat 30 Nov 2.30pm & 7pm, Sun 1 Dec 2.30pm. Adult £9, child (4-16) £7, Family (2+2) £30. Book via 01483 444334. Princes Hall Princes Way, Aldershot 01252 329155 Peter Pan 6-30 Dec. £14 - £17.50. The West End Centre Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 Alice in Wonderland Wed 4 Dec 7pm. An anarchic, magical, mad-as-a-hatter version of this classic. For ages 5+. £7.50. Wintershall Estate Bramley. www.wintershall-estate.com 01483 892167 The Wintershall Nativity Wed 18, Fri 20, Sat 21 and Sun 22 Dec. Adult £16.50 child £8.50. The Christmas Story is re-told with a huge cast, real animals and a real baby in an amazing setting, in and outside Holly Barn. Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Guildford 01483 440000 Cinderella Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre is thrilled that Surrey actress and entertainer Bonnie Langford will star as Fairy Snow in the magical family pantomime Cinderella from Fri 6 Dec – Sun 12 Jan. Guaranteed to make you laugh, hiss and boo, top cabaret performer Kit HeskethHarvey and Eagle Radio’s Peter Gordon are ready to embrace some outrageous frocks as the Ugly Sisters. Featuring dazzling costumes and sequins aplenty, join in the fun with Cinderella and her best buddy Buttons. See Fairy Snow work her magic, and meet the handsome prince in this enchanting fairytale. Don’t be a pumpkin, book your tickets today and join them at the Royal Ball of the Year!

Cinderella at The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

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In The Mill Studio at Yvonne Arnaud Theatre: The Elephant Bridesmaid Sat 9 Nov Most suitable for ages 4-10 years. £9. Care of Henry Sat 16, Fri 22 and Sat 23 Nov. A delightful new stage version of Anne Fine’s much loved book. Most suitable for ages 3-8 years. £9. The PoetryJoe Show Sat 30 Nov. £9. Join PoetryJoe, star of CBeebies Rhyme Rocket, in his light-up, pop-up world of fabulous foods, beastly bugs and peculiar pets. For ages 3-6 years. The Night Before Christmas Sun 15 - Sun 29 Dec. While Emma excitedly waits for Christmas, Eddie the mouse sets off to find Father Christmas with a very important question. For ages 3-7 years. £9. Teddy Time Christmas Mon 30 Dec - Sat 4 Jan. Lily discovers Christmas and New Year after writing her first letter to Father Christmas. For ages 4-7 years. £9.

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