Families Surrey West Sept-Oct 2015

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It’s back to school or nursery for many of our children and as the new term starts, if you are thinking about extra curricular classes then have a look at our feature on pages 9-15 where we have masses of ideas for babies to teens.

We also have our usual packed What’s on listings including October half term where there are loads of days out, children’s workshops, theatre, holiday camps and lots more!

We’ll be back after half term with our Christmas issue.

Sarah Hatch, Editor Front Cover by Vicki Knights. Vicki Knights is one of the UK’s leading child & family photographers. She also teaches busy parents how to take photos of their own children in her popular workshops. www.vickiknights.co.uk.

Next issue: Nov/Dec issue. Ad booking deadline: 1st October. Over 24,000 copies are delivered to local families. For more information about advertising call Sarah on 01737 558898 or email editor@FamiliesSurreyWest.co.uk

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News and Views Strictly’s Ian Waite is Coming to Guildford!

Rachael Hurton runs local FitSteps® classes, a Ballroom and Latin Dance Fitness program created by Ian Waite and Natalie Lowe from BBC Strictly Come Dancing and Britain’s most successful swimmer, Mark Foster. FitSteps® mixes the graceful steps of Ballroom and the up tempo steps of the Latin dances together to create a really fun, energetic and effective way to stay fit!

Rachael is very excited to announce that Ian Waite is coming to Guildford to take a FitSteps® class for her and this will be open for anyone who wishes to attend on Sunday 25th October 11am-12noon, aged 14-80 years, at Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex.

There will be a meet and greet after the class with the option of “photos with Ian” and autographs. The event is sponsored by Synergy Dance Ltd. The class is open to all - from complete beginners to those already attending FitSteps® classes. Tickets are £15 per person and must be booked in advance. Early booking is strongly advised as there is a limit on numbers.

If you would like to get some practice in before you meet Ian in class, see Rachael’s timetable of FitSteps® classes in Surrey: http://synergydance.co.uk/timetable and http://synergydance.co.uk/fitsteps-classes.

For more details and to book email: info@synergydance.co.uk.

Cranmore School Unveils Exciting Plans to Become Fully Co-educational Cranmore School has recently unveiled plans for the school to become fully co-educational in stages from September 2016, marking an exciting development as the school approaches its fiftieth anniversary. Cranmore School is widely regarded as one of the leading and top performing prep schools in the southeast with consistently outstanding inspection reports.

Having established a strong co-educational Nursery, it initially began welcoming girls up to the age of seven to the school in September 2014.

This remarkable announcement means the school will now become fully co-educational in phases, beginning in September 2016, when girls aged seven are invited to join Year 3 and then progress through the school until Year 8.

The school views this move as universally beneficial to all members of its community and the announcement is fully supported by the entire governing body which includes six former parents, two of whom are previous pupils. “We shall build on the past successes of the school – academic, sport, music and other pursuits – and we believe that teaching girls and boys together will strengthen the educational and social benefit to all children in this distinctive community”, said Michael Connolly, Headmaster at Cranmore since 2006. Cranmore School passionately believes in the wide and well-researched benefits of co-education, particularly as a way to prepare pupils for the ever-evolving demands and trends of the working and adult world.

Cranmore School is hosting two Open Mornings on Friday 25 September and Saturday 3 October. For more information about the school, and to register for the Open Mornings, please visit www.cranmoreprep.co.uk, call 01483 280340 or email admissions@cranmoreprep.co.uk

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The perfect opportunity for your child to discover their creativity and let their imagination loose.

As a proud mum to a creative toddler, Rebecca knows how tricky it can be to help your children do all the creative stuff they love! That’s why she is delighted to bring the award winning arts and crafts sessions of The Creation Station to Farnham every Tuesday and Thursday at the 40 Degreez Centre.

As busy parents we can struggle with ideas, time or energy for creative play and the thought of the clearing up afterwards can feel anything but fun! The Baby Discover (5-15 months) and Little Explorer (1-5 years) sessions give quality, fun, creative experiences with your child in a safe, nurturing and friendly environment with great take away creations to share with the rest of the family – without the stress or mess for you! Find out more at www.thecreationstation.co.uk

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The main arena will host exciting entertainment throughout the day including stunt horses and riders, birds of prey, a sheep dog display with ducks as well as sheep, hilarious terrier racing and more. There will also be donkey rides, a Punch & Judy, a model railway for the children to ride on, dog show, shopping, a food theatre and food hall, plus much, much more. Buy early bird reduced rate tickets at www.surreycountyshow.co.uk. Or for your chance to win a family ticket visit www.FamiliesSurreyWest.co.uk/ competitions. Competition closes Saturday 19th September 2015.

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The UK’s premier brain tumour awareness event will be back on Thursday 24th March 2016. Wear A Hat Day 2015 was the biggest and hattiest by far and Brain Tumour Research (BTR) are greatly indebted to the hundreds of schools and families across the UK who took part this year. Together we are funding the fight.

For many, Brain Tumour Research is a cause close to your hearts and BTR continue to be humbled by your commitment to helping find a cure for this devastating disease. Indeed, your collective participation in Wear A Hat Day is a wonderful contribution to the overall success of the annual campaign and an inspiration to everyone! It would be #hattastic to have you join them again in 2016!

Register now at www.wearahatday.org and they’ll get your fez-tastic fundraising packs out to you by February.

New Acrobatic Gymnastics Classes in Haslemere

New Forest School in Bramley A new Forest Preschool is setting up in Bramley, taking advantage of the beautiful woodland and common it’s situated in.

The team at The Orchard Preschool are training to be qualified Forest School leaders to offer 2, 3 and 4 year olds the opportunity to learn in an outdoor environment whilst complimenting the enviable inside space available to them.

Run by a highly qualified team they are open from 8.30am – 5pm all year round. Holiday care is also available.

Unlike other preschools they offer flexible childcare to suit you, and you can utilize the FREE 15 hours of childcare available for 2, 3 and 4 year olds with no additional charge. Hunting the Gruffalo and creating imaginative dens, whilst introducing numeracy and literacy will undoubtedly prepare them for school in a fun and creative way! Contact them on 07445 815059 or read more at www.theorchardnursery.co.uk

Haslemere Performing Arts is launching exciting new classes in Acrobatic Gymnastics at Haslewey Community Centre in Haslemere commencing Saturday 12th September. There will initially be two age groups: 6 - 10 years will be from 1pm to 2pm and 11 - 16 years from 2pm to 3pm. Spaces are limited so book early. Please either call 01428 652360 (answerphone) or email: haparts@aol.com.

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Water Babies Launch New Classes in Ewshot and Bordon Water Babies, who already offer baby swimming classes in Addlestone, Cobham, Godalming, Farnham, West Horsley and Woking are now launching their popular classes in Ewshot and Bordon. They have secured the use of a lovely private pool in Ewshot and the hydrotherapy pool at Hollywater School, Bordon - both are the perfect temperature for baby swimming. Classes in Ewshot run on Wednesday afternoons and in Bordon on Friday afternoons.

Melissa, who runs the local classes says “Babies have a real affinity with water because they’ve spent 9 months floating in the womb. However, this early confidence usually diminishes with time which is one of the main reasons why we believe in starting them young. We always incorporate lots of bonding, fun and socialising in our classes, so you can be sure that a Water Baby is a happy baby.” Water Babies are currently offering a free swim nappy for new customers when they sign up for the next term at any of their venues!

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News and Views New Dance Fitness Classes for Teens In response to requests from parents, Synergy Dance® are launching more teen dance classes.

In September, Synergy are starting a new class at Charterhouse Club, open to all, called “Synergy Street and Dance Fusion for teens”. The class is for 12-18 year olds and will run on Fridays from 6.30-7.30pm, starting 11th September. Book now to take advantage of their early booking offer of just £3 per class for the first 7 weeks.

Supported and endorsed by Sportivate and Active Surrey, the class will teach Street Dance and a mix of dance styles to tried and tested music which teens will enjoy. The aim is to attend the class as a “Friday night treat” rather than a chore to exercise. Teens can dress up for the class and get into the spirit of Street and up to date dance moves and music. The social aspect of learning dance routines with friends will generate a friendly atmosphere and the music will be right up to date with trends. Collect one free guest pass for a friend, when you book a term of classes.

Free taster class on Friday 11th September. Suitable for all levels, including complete beginners. To book a place or for more info contact: info@synergydance.co.uk or call 07713 254260.

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New children’s dress agency raising funds for local community projects opens in Grayshott Over 200 parents and children attended the launch of ‘Little Sprouts’ children’s dress agency in Grayshott in June, bagging the first of many branded and designer childrens and babywear bargains on offer. The shop is the brainchild of local business woman Lucy May, and a social enterprise which supports local community projects and charities which focus on families and children.

The boutique store takes in pristine branded and designer baby and childrenswear (up to age 12), offering a 50/50 split with clients. They also accept good quality donations of everyday childrenswear such as Tu and George, which Krystal Knight from Count the Kicks are offered as ‘Little Sprout’ bundles to local domestic violence refuges or families in crisis, or officially cuts the ribbon. sold as charitable donations. Each month, the store and its customers choose a local charity to benefit from these sales. For further info and opening times visit the Little Sprouts FB page – www.facebook.com/littlesproutscharity

Win a family ticket to Hollycombe Fairground at Night

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Enjoy a trip down memory lane with the sights, sounds, smell and atmosphere of a vintage Edwardian Fairground at night, as the Hollycombe Working Steam Museum in Liphook stages its popular Saturday evening openings in September and October (19 Sept, 26 Sept, 3 and 10 Oct, 17 and 31 Oct). And we have a family ticket to give away to the Fairground at Night!

With steam-driven rides such as the Razzle Dazzle; the Gallopers and Swingboats plus the magnificent 101 year old Big Wheel there’s both nostalgia and excitement! There’s also the Bioscope, an original Hall of Mirrors and more. Hollycombe is also open on Sundays until mid-October. For more info, please call 01428 724900 or visit www.hollycombe.co.uk. Or for your chance to win a family ticket visit www.FamiliesSurreyWest.co.uk/competitions.

Competition closes Saturday 19th September 2015.

Free Legal Advice Surrey Law Centre was set up in 2002 and became a Legal Aid supplier but since the reduction of Legal Aid in 2013 the Law Centre has gone back to its roots and offers free legal advice clinics. Volunteer lawyers run these free Clinics across Surrey.

Free advice is now available locally for family, employment and civil disputes in Godalming, Epsom, Woking, Dorking (family law only) and Guildford (domestic abuse clinic only). These clinics are by appointment only. Please call 0330 002 0099 to book an appointment. There is also an Evening Advice Drop In clinic at Guildford CAB, Haydon Place, Guildford on Tuesdays from 6.30pm-8.30pm where no appointment is needed and you will receive free, independent, confidential advice. Please arrive between 6-6.30pm to register to see one of the lawyers. For more information please see http://surreylawcentre.org.

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Enhance Your Life at Surrey Adult Learning this Autumn!

By Linda Stone, Editor of Families Upon Thames

If you are a parent looking to pursue or develop an existing passion or hobby, seeking inspiration from an entirely new experience, needing your brain cells stimulated or a range of flexible, non-intimidating exercise classes, you will find something that suits you at Surrey Adult Learning this autumn.

Surrey Adult Learning, with centres in Guildford, Woking, Farnham, Camberley, Esher, Sunbury and Molesey is the biggest single provider of adult education courses in North and South West Surrey, offering more than 2,500 courses a year to around 10,000 adult learners.

Courses are breathtakingly diverse. Ranging from arts and crafts such as creative writing, drama, dance, pottery, drawing, painting and photography, to fitness from Pilates and yoga to Tai Chi, they also include extensive language, IT and cookery options. There are also many less obvious but thoroughly intriguing courses such as psychology, interior design and palate-enticing chocolate making and wine appreciation!

New highlights this autumn include the exciting Diverse Dance Mix, a dance fitness programme, created by Darcey Bussell which uses dance steps from styles including jive, Charleston and Bollywood. Ballet for Grown Ups is an ideal class for anyone wishing to learn (or re-learn) basic ballet steps and travelling sequences, and is perfect for strengthening muscles and building a strong core.

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Dad’s in charge

By Judy Yorke

New rules have completely changed the way parents can take time off after having a baby Shared Parental Leave regulations give eligible parents across the UK flexibility to juggle childcare between them. After a compulsory two weeks off for the mother, parents can share up to 50 weeks of leave in the baby’s first year (or the first year of adoption). The law applies to same sex couples and those bringing up a child together, even if it’s from a previous relationship.

How you split the leave is up to you. It will depend on who earns more, who feels their career will be least affected by taking time off, and who wants to be at home. Significantly, for the first time, dads can take all or most of the year off while mums return to work.

The leave can be taken in blocks (up to three each) so you can alternate time off if one of you has a particularly busy time at work before resuming parental leave. One big advantage is that parents can be off at the same time. Many mums need their partner’s support in those first magical, exhausting, bewildering weeks and can dread their partner going back to work after a fortnight.

Finances will play an important part in the decision. While you can share up to 50 weeks, only 37 are paid. You will receive £139.58 per week or 90% of your average weekly earnings, whichever is lower. See more on www.gov.uk/government/topical-events/shared-parental-leave.

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When baby makes three....

By Wendy Flynn

As a new mum, tired, busy, possibly having returned to work, short of time and money, the idea that not only do you have to look after your baby but that your adult partner also needs your attention could be like a red rag to a bull. That’s certainly how I felt as a new mum when a relative dared to suggest I needed to give more time to my partner.

But, before you have a rant at the unfairness of being burdened with yet another responsibility when you are feeling overwhelmed, pause for a minute.

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Your mewling ‘bundle of joy’ is now calling all the shots demanding to be fed, winded, bathed, cuddled and entertained and your time is no longer your own. As a couple you promised yourselves that having a baby wouldn’t change your lifestyle but, however organised and efficient you have always been, you are now sailing in uncharted territory and at times you probably feel rudderless.

Both you and your partner adore the baby and are keen to be the best possible parents and that is where you focus all your energies.

But, as Denise Knowles of Relate advises, in the excitement and exhaustion of life as new parents, you must also carve out time for your other half and nurture your own relationship as a couple.

Denise suggests: “Sometimes a mum or dad can feel neglected or pushed out. Generally, new dads want to be involved much more than we really appreciate, or sometimes mums feel they have to do it all.”

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According to Denise, who has counselled many couples at Relate, communication and staying in touch (literally as well as figuratively) with your other half is key to keeping the spark alive in your relationship and working through the inevitable teething problems of being a new family.

“One of the things I want to say is ‘don’t lose touch with one another’.

Even if you don’t have a great deal of time, spend some time together.

Don’t feel guilty about postponing the washing, ironing or cleaning to create time for being a couple.”

“Take time to hug or cuddle one another; and think about giving your partner a gift on a daily basis. I’m not talking about going out and buying a present – just something simple like paying them a compliment, or noticing that they are tired and offering to make them a cup of tea. Have a date night (even if you stay in). You can light some candles and phone for a takeaway so no one is stressed with cooking and washing up.

Trusted Support Denise adds: “It is important to be able to develop trusted support networks so that you can leave the baby even if it is only to pop out together for an hour for a walk. It doesn’t cost you money but it gives you the space and privacy to really talk to one another. Don’t always talk about the baby. Remember that you are a person in your own right and don’t forget your own dreams and aspirations.”

Denise recommends that as well as finding couples time, the most contented parents will also find ways of allowing each other some space for individual interests and time to maintain their own friendships. “To be a good parent you need to be true to yourself,” she says.

For a start this cuts both ways, parents need to look after one another as well as looking after the baby – there is balance here and shared responsibility.

If you still think you have not got time to look after your partner – ‘he/she is an adult after all’ – then you should reflect a little on some sobering statistics.

Forty two per cent of marriages end in divorce; and half of divorces involve children under 16. Between a fourth and an eighth wedding anniversary, a couples chances of

getting divorced the next year is more than 3 per cent.

So if, ideally, you would like to grow old with your other half it is worth breaking through the fog that accompanies new parenthood and thinking about how to improve your chances of celebrating a golden anniversary. Don’t lose sight of your relationship and stay in touch with your feelings for one another. It might seem like an eternity away, but your babies will soon fly the nest while your partner can still be there for you.

If you are having problems in a relationship you can approach Relate for counselling. They offer online counselling and support as well as seeing couples or individuals. You can get relationship support as an individual even if your partner does not want to attend counselling.

You can contact Relate by telephone or email on 01483 602998 or at info@relatewestsurrey.org.uk to make an appointment or for further information. Or you can check their website at www.relatewestsurrey. org.uk or on Twitter and Facebook.

Help with your relationships from Relate

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elate West Surrey is part of the most experienced relationship counselling service in the country.

They help people to work through their relationship difficulties and reach their own decisions about the best way forward. They can help with:

• Relationship counselling for individuals and couples.

• Family counselling

for families struggling to get on with one another.

• Psycho-sexual therapy

to help with sexual difficulties.

• Children & Young People’s counselling for 10-18 year olds.

They have offices in Woking, Guildford and Esher and in outposts throughout West Surrey.

HOW TO CONTACT RELATE Please call 01483 602998 or email info@relatewestsurrey.org.uk to make an appointment or for further information.

Or check www.relatewestsurrey.org.uk or on Twitter and Facebook.

Clubs and Classes What do clubs and classes offer your child?

There are lots of benefits of extra curricular classes. It gives your child a chance to mix with children from other schools and areas; widening your child’s social circle. They can take part in activities not offered at school or nursery, and classes can increase their confidence and ability to mix, enhance teamwork skills and patience.

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Farnham 01483 424 400

Tree Tots for ages 14 months - 2½ years and Mini Rangers for ages 2½-4 years. Fun out in the forest followed by stories, crafts and refreshments.

The Creation Station

Central Farnham RebeccaWootton@thecreationstation. co.uk Tel. 01252 308989

The Creation Station inspires imaginations through arts and crafts sessions for your little ones.

Baby Discovery (5-15 months) is a learning and development experience inspiring creative play.

Little Explorer classes for toddlers and pre-schoolers (1-5 year olds) provide the perfect solution for all your child’s creative needs, without stress or mess!

The Organic Cookery School

Southwest Surrey/North Hants (eg Farnham, Haslemere, Aldershot, Godalming, Guildford, Farnborough, Bordon, Petersfield) info@organicookeryschool.org www.facebook.com/organiccookeryschool

Offering family cookery workshops and courses, a number being free for target families.

Programmes include: Cooking for Baby – hands on practical weaning workshops for parents with babies under one, Food Explorers – practical cookery and nutrition for families with children aged 12 months – 4 years and Cooking with Dad – for dads, granddads or any other male adult carer and their children.

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Gymboree Horsley 07754 217 866 Please see main listing on page 12.

Haslemere Performing Arts

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Haslemere Performing Arts provides structured classes of a high standard in all aspects of dance and theatre at affordable fees. Pupils continually achieve outstanding results in dance exams, shows and competitions with a number of past and present pupils attending The Royal Ballet School, Theatre Schools and appearing in professional productions. Classes available in Ballet, Modern, Tap, Musical Theatre, Acrobatic Gymnastics, Boys Street, Adult Tap and Mothers & Toddlers.

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Synergy Dance Ltd

Guildford, Godalming, Shalford, Woking, Ash, Cranleigh, Crawley and Rudgwick.info@synergydance.co.uk or tel: 07713 254260 http://synergydance.co.uk

Synergy Dance® offer a wide range of mixed dance classes for children and teens, boys and girls, in schools, clubs and leisure centres during the week and at weekends.

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Haslemere 0845 388 9789 www.theatremonkeys.co.uk info@theatremonkeys.co.uk

Theatre Monkeys is a unique place where young people can come for the best in musical theatre training.

They are passionate about encouraging every child to reach their potential, learning essential life skills and growing in confidence and self belief. They offer coaching for L.A.M.D.A examinations, fantastic holiday workshops, after-school classes and a weekend school on Saturdays. Contact them for a free trial.

Guildford, Godalming, Haslemere, Fleet, Woking, Frimley, Farnham 020 7255 9120 Perform run

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fun-packed drama, dance Save and singing workshops.

This term 4-7 year olds will be setting off on £30! an exciting adventure to the Magician’s Chamber while 7-12 year olds are doing Shakespearean classic Romeo and Juliet, set on the mean streets of modern-day London, called Rome ‘n Jewels.

Perform specializes in helping children develop the 4 C’s, Confidence, Communication, Coordination and Concentration. Book a free trial session before 30th Sept 2015 and get a £30 discount. Just quote FAML300915.

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Ballet, tap and modern classes for children in a fun, safe and friendly environment. Also, a variety of adult classes - no tutus required! Beautiful studio with mirrors and barres. They also have a dedicated treatment room for sports massage, facials, and reflexology.

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Classes in Pirbright (Near Woking and Guildford) email: admin@ssballet.co.uk phone: 01276709393

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Spectrum Guildford 01483 443322 Synergy Dance Mix for

3-5yrs and Synergy Dance Fusion for 5-11yrs.

Stagecoach Theatre Arts

Camberley 0208 892 5177, Farnham 01252 216 277 Godalming 01252 319 133, Guildford 01243 585766 Guildford North 01737 216 794, Liphook 01425 470 934 Woking 01483 235 216

Each school runs three hours of classes per week

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Junior Fitness course for ages 12-15 years.

Football To find a local football club visit www.thefa.com/ findaclub.

Little Kickers

For Guildford, Godalming, Fernhurst and Witley call 01753 831902 For Woking, Epsom, Claygate, Weybridge and Alddlestone call 01932 847439

A positive, fun-filled programme of football in a friendly, pressure-free environment for children from 18 months to 7 years, grouped according to age. The real goal is to use football as a forum to instill a little extra confidence, co-ordination, control and sense of camaraderie.

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To find a golf club call 01483 755788 (for boys) or 01483 751622 (for girls).

For a list of local music teachers visit www.musicteachers.co.uk.

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Gymnastics Factory

Guildford 01483 455060 info@gymnasticsfactory.co.uk www.gymnasticsfactory.co.uk

Hang upside down, trampoline into foam and swing the trapeze. There are classes for all, from babies to adults. They offer a safe, friendly environment for children to learn and progress through their awards scheme. The gym is packed with colourful equipment to make gymnastics fun for all.

Alouette French

Frimley and surrounding area www.alouette-french.com 07759 812 016 alouetteclub@yahoo.com

Fun French lessons in Frimley and the surrounding area. A well qualified experienced French native teacher offers French lessons to children from ages 4 to 18. From beginners to advanced levels, learners gradually speak French with an accurate accent and correct intonation.

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Haslemere Performing Arts

Haslemere email: haparts@aol.com 01428 652360 (answerphone) www.haparts.co.uk

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Woking Gymnastics Club

Woking 01483 771426 join@wokinggymnastics.co.uk www.wokinggymnastics.co.uk

Woking Gymnastics Club offers recreational classes for pre-school children through to adults in a range of disciplines for all abilities.

Their variety of classes includes general gymnastics, freestyle and cheerleading, as well as elite men’s and women’s artistic gymnastics.

All of their classes are now fully inclusive!

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Cranleigh School Sports Club Cranleigh 01483 542125

After school and weekend lessons.

To find a local riding stables please see www.FamiliesSurreyWest.co.uk/ riding.

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Ice Pups for ages 3-5 years and children’s ice skating lessons for ages 5-16 years.

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The Hungarian Cultural Association

Based in Guildford in the St John’s Centre in Merrow www.hcaguildford.org.uk 01483 808 643 www.magyartanodaguildford.org.uk maria.chambers@hcaguildford.or.uk www.facebook.com/HCAGuildford

The Hungarian Cultural Association offers Hungarian language, dance and music groups for children, families and adults on Saturdays and Mondays. Traditional craft and play sessions and events are also on offer.

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Fun and energetic Martial Arts classes for kids. Lil Dragons (4-7 years) is a very popular children’s programme with an ideal mix of Martial Arts and life skills incorporating games, activities and discipline. The Kids class (8-12) is great for fitness, self defense and discipline while remaining fun and enjoyable.

Surrey TaeKwon-Do

Guildford, Woking and Dorking Contact Richard@Surreytaekwondo.com or on 077818 224532

Free Trial Lesson! TaeKwon-Do is an Olympic Sport and provides self defence, flexibility, and fitness.

Classes typically include a warm up, stretching, sparring, grabs/releases, and destruction.

Classes for adults and juniors run in Guildford, Woking and Dorking.

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Our strong team of qualified coaches run classes from crawlers to adults:

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Act One Adventures

Farnham, Godalming & Guildford 07956 182 488 joanne@ actoneadventures.co.uk www.actoneadventures.co.uk

Two types of classes for under 5’s are on offer. Active Adventures – energetic classes with storytelling, dance and drama, imaginative play, games, props to explore and lots of active fun and Arty Adventures – creative arts and crafts classes with painting and messy activities, mini makes, key skills such as sticking, bead threading and even scissor skills!

Sensory Baby Play, Play & Learn, Music, Art & Parties!

Boogie Babes

At Surrey Sports Park, Guildford 01483 689111

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Babies and young children love music and they love Caterpillar Music classes! Come along for a free trial and enjoy a warm welcome from Chris the Caterpillar along with classic nursery rhymes, new favourites, exciting puppets, noisy instruments and lots of FUN! Diddi Dance

Woking, Guildford, West Byfleet, Mytchett and Frimley Green. Email Liz on lizbarnes@hotmail.com www.diddidance.com

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Suitable for boys and girls from 2 to 4 years. Every activity has been specially developed to build the child’s confidence, balance, agility and rhythm. They are able to dance with or without their parents by their side. Fun themes include Tap, Disco, Bollywood, Jive, Hip-hop and more.

Dynamic Performing Arts Please see main listing on page 9.

Gymboree Horsley

East Horsley Village Hall KT24 6QT Lauren – 07754 217 866 horsley@gymboree-uk.com

Gymboree offer fun children’s development classes for 0-5 year olds, the timetable is full with Sensory Baby Play, Play & Learn and Drama (drop off) classes. The aim is for children not only to have fun but learn too, you can attend a FREE trial in any of their classes. Gymboree Horsley also offer Parties in a range of themes from 1st Birthdays to Pirates & Princesses.

Monkey Music

For Byfleet, Ottershaw, Pyrford and Woking call 01932 429 240 For Farnham, Guildford, Godalming and Ewhurst call 01483 821 932

Monkey Music was voted ‘Best National Pre-Schooler Development Activity 2010’ by parents across the UK! Monkey Music introduces music to very young children (3 months – 4 years) in a fun way they can understand and enjoy, with specialist teachers who encourage social and musical skills within a fun, stimulating and friendly environment.

Mothers & Toddlers Dance Class

Fernhurst, Call Angela Cantan on 01428 652360, haparts@aol.com.

The Hungarian Cultural Association Please see listing on page 11.

Nature Act One Adventures See main listing at the top of this page.

Alice Holt Forest Farnham Please see main listing on page 9.

Sayers Croft Trust Ewhurst 01483 275 990 www.sayerscrofttrust.org.uk

The Really Wild Club for 6-10 year olds meets on the 1st weekend of every month (except August) from 2pm4pm where children can get outside, explore and have fun. They also run The Wild Club, a free drop-in session meeting 10am-12pm on the first Saturday of the month for parents and children aged 5 and under.

Clubs and Classes Netball To find a netball club visit www.surreynetball.co.uk, click Junior Netball, then Junior Clubs.

Surrey Sports Park Guildford 01483 689111

Netball with Surrey Storm for school years 3-10.

Rugby

To find a rugby club visit www.rfu.com and click on My Rugby.

Sports - various

MultiSports Guildford & Woking For Guildford please contact 0844 800 9096 For Woking please contact 0844 335 0450

The MultiSports Group provide 4-16 year olds with an exciting and educational sports program at weekends. Encouraging and developing young people to grow both as athletes and individuals. Offering an extensive program of team sports and individual sports as well as weekly team building challenges.

At MultiSports your child will participate in 18 different sports a year, grow in confidence and self esteem, learn leadership and team work skills and have fun making lots of new friends.

Squash Surrey Sports Park Junior Squash Club

Guildford 01483 689111 surreysportspark.co.uk

Squash Club, courses and sessions for beginner to advanced players aged 8+.

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Act One Adventures

Farnham, Godalming, Guildford 07956 182 488

Please see main listing on page 12.

Libraries Many libraries run free Storytime and Rhymetime sessions for under 5s.

For Surrey library information see www.surreycc.gov.uk/libraries and for Hampshire see www3.hants.gov. uk/library.

TaeKwon-Do classes for adults and juniors in Guildford, Woking and Dorking.

FREE TRIAL LESSON!

Contact Richard@Surreytaekwondo.com or on 07818 224532

Storytelling at The Lightbox Woking 01483 737800

Swimming Cranleigh School Sports Club Cranleigh 01483 542125 sportsclub@cranleigh.org

The Swimming Academy is on Saturday mornings for ages 4+, catering for all abilities.

Spectrum Guildford 01483 443322

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By Rob Eastaway Get ready for a maths test. Don’t worry, it doesn’t involve quadratic equations, and you won’t need a slide rule or even a pencil and paper. You just need to imagine that a 10 year old girl has asked you for help with her homework.

Been there, done that!

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Mistakes parents make when they’re new to school life 1.

Complaining to the teacher based on what your child told you happened…only it didn’t… your child tells you X did Y, you march in demanding answers from the teacher, only to discover that what your little one reported wasn’t actually correct. Stay open-minded until you find out the facts from all concerned.

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Sweating the small stuff - try to not get obsessed with reading levels, who got the hardest spellings and the like. It won’t go on their CVs after all. As long as they’re enjoying school and learning, that’s what matters most.

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Getting embroiled in school gate competitiveness - engaging with competitive parents is a lose-lose situation.

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Not helping at school…or doing so for the wrong reasons.

Volunteering in the classroom or for the Parent Teacher Association will help you make friends and feel part of the school community.

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Fretting about fall-outs - reception children switch friends quicker than you can ask ‘who’s your best buddy now?’. It’s completely normal and bust-ups are quickly forgotten.

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Tackling other parents about problems between the children - even if your protective instincts kick in, don’t head over to give the other mum what for. She probably won’t agree that her child is to blame and parental fall-outs can endure long after the kids forget. Speak with the teacher instead.

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Losing sight of the fact the teacher has lots of pupils to look after - at ‘big school’, you aren’t going to get the daily chat with staff you might be used to at nursery or with childminders.

Assume ‘no news is good news’.

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Expecting your child to be chatty and delighted to see you at 3pm - with so much to learn, by home time many reception kids are exhausted. Go with lots of early nights during the first term.

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Focusing on academic rather than practical skills before they start - ask reception teachers what they’d like their new charges to be proficient at and it probably won’t be about letters or numbers. What’s more important to settling in is for your child to be able to dress and undress for PE, use the loo independently and maybe recognise their name on their coat peg/belongings.

Which of the following would you be able to explain to her?

Partitioning, Number Bonds, Multiplication with the grid method, Arrays, Division using chunking.

You probably found that tough. In fact, I’m prepared to bet that, however good you think you are at maths, you scored very low in that test. Most parents and grandparents score zero, which is a bit worrying given that this terminology is now commonplace in primary schools across the UK. I’ve always been confident in maths, but even I was intimidated by the new teaching methods. When my daughter started primary school, I was annoyed too because I realised that when it came to explaining how to do things, I was stuck with methods that would mean nothing to her. I was reminded of a friend who sat down to help his son with long division, only for the boy to run off to mum screaming “Dad isn’t helping, he’s just confusing me!”

So now that I have got to grips with the new methods and language, what advice can I give you?

First of all, relax. Like all jargon, this new language is intimidating, but the methods behind it aren’t actually new at all. One mother, who was terrified about having to learn ‘grid multiplication’ discovered with great relief that it was actually very similar to an improvised method she used herself.

Secondly, remember that maths is far more than just the arithmetic children learn at school. It’s the maths they learn while playing board games and helping with the cooking or shopping, which really gives children a sense of numbers and how they fit in the real world. One day, your kids are playing Monopoly, the next they are looking for the best interest rate deals available, or working out the hidden charges on their mobile phone contract!

For those most comfortable with the traditional shorthand methods of long multiplication and division, the good news is that those methods ARE still taught, usually after children have been introduced to the other more intuitive methods. In fact, one of the legacies of Michael Gove’s period as Education Minister is that oldfashioned arithmetic – including knowing times tables up to twelve – is once again knowledge required by all children when they leave primary school. So children will still be expected to do things like ‘borrow one and then pay it back.’

In the end, the most important thing is that your child becomes confident in dealing with numbers. The more they enjoy the maths that they do, the more they will practise, and the better they will get. By the time they are 18, few of them will be using long multiplication or any other written method – they’ll be working things out in their heads or using a calculator, like you do. But they will have gained a deeper understanding of numbers and problem-solving along the way, which will be essential in their adult life.

Rob Eastaway is co-author of Maths for Mums & Dads published by Square Peg (Penguin Random House) RRP £10.99.

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

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Firstly, try and visit the school on a normal day as well as an open day, especially if the open day is on a Saturday and the children aren’t in class.

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Does the school offer any bursaries or scholarships?

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If you are a working parent ask about wrap around care and how flexible this is, can you book into after school care the week or day before? Do they run a holiday camp in the school holidays and what hours does it run?

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What is the communication like with parents, it’s important you know who to talk to if you have a problem or concern. Who is responsible for pastoral care?

What are the class sizes, are children streamed and at what age and in what subjects? At the top end of the school are they taught by subject specialists?

How do they treat/identify special needs children on both ends of the spectrum? Enquire about the extra help available for children who are above or below average in a particular subject.

Has the ‘Jamie Oliver effect’ reached the lunch menu? Look for a sample menu and ask pupils what they think of the school food.

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Come along to one of our Junior School Visitors’ Mornings to find out more about Guildford High Junior School, for girls aged 4 to 11.

Tuesday 8th September | Wednesday 23rd September | Tuesday 17th November Closing dates for 2016 registrations: Reception (4+) 1st October All other ages 1st November Get in touch at guildford-admissions@guildfordhigh.co.uk or call us on 01483 543 853 www.guildfordhigh.surrey.sch.uk

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Taste of Farlington - 19th September 2015 Open event with food and craft fair

Cranmore School Independent Preparatory School for girls and boys 2 ½ - 13

St Hilary’s School IAPS Preparatory Day School and Nursery in Godalming Boys 2—7 • Girls 2—11 AUTUMN OPEN MORNINGS 2015 Friday 9 October 10am—11.30am Saturday 10 October 10am—12.30pm Thursday 19 November 10am—11.30am

Registered Charity number: 307048

At Farlington we educate for confidence; our girls are happy, successful individuals.

To arrange a personal visit, please contact our Registrar, Mrs Sue Apps, on 01403 282 573.

www.farlingtonschool.net Independent day and boarding school for girls aged 3 to 18 with a co-educational Nursery

Farlington School | Horsham | West Sussex | RH12 3PN

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St. Andrew’s School

ISL Surrey

St. Andrew’s School, Woking, situated in the village of Horsell, is a thriving co-educational independent day school for children aged 3 - 13 years.

The International School of London (ISL) Surrey is an award-winning, coeducational day school for students aged 2 to 18. It is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World school and in its recent IB diploma accreditation, received 40 commendations. It also received an unprecedented third accreditation for its International Primary Curriculum (IPC), achieving the highest level, Mastering, in all nine areas of the review. To date, ISL Surrey is the only school in the world to have achieved this milestone. In its OFSTED inspection report, ISL Surrey was commended for ‘the outstanding quality of its education’.

With individual attention and specialist teachers in all areas of the curriculum, the children are able to reach their full potential in a happy, caring and supportive environment.

Educating the whole child is central to their ethos and, whilst academic standards are high, there are also real opportunities to develop skills in art, music and sport together with a fantastic programme of after school activities. The excellent on site facilities include an all-weather sports surface and swimming pool. To find out more hear it from the St. Andrew’s pupils themselves on a personal guided tour of the school at their next open morning. See their advertisement for details or visit: www.st-andrews.woking.sch.uk.

St. Andrew’s (Woking) School Trust, Church Hill House, Wilson Way, Horsell, Surrey GU21 4QW Email: admin@st-andrews.woking.sch.uk

Highfield & Brookham Schools Highfield & Brookham Schools are charming country Prep and Pre Prep boarding and day schools set in sumptuous 175 acre grounds on the Hampshire/Surrey/Sussex borders.

The facilities are enviable, including extensive sports pitches, an indoor swimming pool, new science labs, a music school and an art school. Highfield enjoys outstanding academic success and has been preparing pupils for the top education establishments in England for more than a century. They have a flawless track record for securing every child’s place at their first choice senior school, and an excellent Scholarship success rate. www.highfieldschool.org.uk.

The school is situated on a 10.3-acre campus, with excellent facilities. Means-tested bursaries are available for qualified local students.

Every day is an open day at ISL Surrey. To book a visit, telephone: 01483 750409 or contact admissions@islsurrey.org

St Ives School

Farlington School

Choosing the right education for your child is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. St Ives is a truly remarkable, happy and vibrant school and their latest ISI inspection confirms this. The words “excellent” and “outstanding” crop up frequently to summarise their performance as a school. Throughout the report, pupils’ achievement, strength of learning, their progress made, pastoral and extra-curricular support are praised for their effectiveness.

Farlington School has a thriving Nursery and Pre-prep School Department. Early school days that are happy and secure provide a sound basis for learning and for life. The ethos of the School is centred on the individual. Your daughter’s talents, her rate of development, her strengths and her weaknesses are all unique to her and their team of experienced staff will ensure that she reaches her full potential in all areas of school life.

St Ives truly believes in the benefits of single sex education and children are taught in small classes by specialist teachers in subjects such as PE, Art, French, Spanish and Music. The school also offers wrap-around care from 7.45am-5.45pm.

You can be assured that your daughter will be in the very best learning environment for girls at Farlington Pre-Prep Department which is situated just outside Horsham, on the West Sussex/Surrey border.

If you would like a personal tour of the wonderful facilities which are housed in purpose-built accommodation for infants within their beautiful 33 acres of parkland, please telephone 01403 282566 to arrange an appointment.

St. Hilary’s School

Haslemere Preparatory School

Situated in the heart of Godalming, St Hilary’s prides itself in providing an outstanding all round education for boys and girls up to the ages of seven and eleven respectively. Pupils are equipped not only with strong academic standards but also the essential qualities and skills required beyond their time at the school. Indeed, each pupil’s individual talents and strengths are recognised and utilised ensuring all reach their full potential, in a vibrant, busy yet nurturing environment. Specialist teaching is introduced at an early age and the school is proud of the range of scholarships it secures annually and the competitive and prestigious senior schools pupils go on to.

This is an exciting year for Haslemere Preparatory School as it is celebrating its’ 60th Anniversary. Set within a caring, family atmosphere, boys are encouraged to embrace every learning opportunity.

Modern values and small class sizes support the delivery of its’ dynamic and creative curriculum which provides an all-round education ensuring that the boys develop the skills required to prepare them for life as well as their next stage of education.

Extensive grounds and facilities provide infinite opportunities for learning and classrooms are well resourced and welcoming. Small class sizes encourage independent learning and informed risk taking whilst breakfast and after school clubs provide additional care and extracurricular activities. Please visit www.sthilarysschool.com.

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As part of the Anniversary, the school has recently undertaken several renovations including a brand new astro turf pitch which will enable the boys to develop many skills.

There is also a lovely nursery which takes both boys and girls from the term that they turn 3 where children get to benefit from the school resources as well as experience Forest School, Specialist PE and ICT amongst other exciting activities. Telephone: 01428 642350 www.haslemereprep.co.uk

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“Staggeringly Beautiful Grounds” Tatler Schools Guide

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Saturday 19th September 9.30am–12 noon

Church Hill House, Horsell, Woking, Surrey GU21 4QW Telephone: 01483 760943 www.st-andrews.woking.sch.uk

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Cranmore School

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Cranmore School enjoys a remarkable reputation as one of Surrey’s leading schools for boys. It has announced that it will become fully co-educational, welcoming girls and boys from aged 2½ to 13. Cranmore was awarded the top grade in every category for its most recent inspection.

Situated in the village of Bramley just 3 miles south of Guildford, St Catherine’s enjoys extensive grounds, with views over the surrounding Surrey Hills.

Headmaster, Michael Connolly, commented “We are implementing this change from a position of strength. Increasingly parents want their sons and daughters to be educated together and we feel sure that Cranmore is well placed to deliver an outstanding education for both boys and girls.” The school has been commended for its academic reputation, excellent facilities and high quality music and sport.

The school anticipates a strong demand for places in the next academic year. Interested families should look at the website (www. cranmoreprep.co.uk) and contact the school to arrange a personal visit so that they can learn more about this exciting development.

Email: admissions@cranmoreprep.co.uk or call: 01483 280340.

Girls in the Prep School benefit immeasurably from being an integral part of the St Catherine’s School which has a large day and boarding community from 11. At the heart of the school’s pastoral life is the historic 19th century chapel where regular services are held, led by the school’s Chaplain.

St Catherine’s has always prided itself on its outstanding pastoral care which informs every interaction within the Prep School. The relationships which are built between the girls and their teachers are key to the success, both academic and personal, of the girls. The school encourages girls to develop a love of learning and to cultivate their creativity through dance, music and art. The wealth of sporting opportunities available, including the use of the school’s own swimming pool, allows girls to achieve at the highest level. ‘Everyone walks out feeling valued for who they are.’ ‘This is as good as it gets.’

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Guildford High Junior School

Guildford High Junior School is a happy, purposeful place where learning is always fun and creative. Specialist teaching in subjects such as music, languages, art and science delivers a diverse and rich curriculum. Girls aged 4 to 11 benefit from superb dedicated facilities in the purpose built junior school and have natural progression to the senior school, which is located on the same site. Last year’s highlights included the U11 netball team becoming national champions, the choir winning the Godalming Music Festival and numerous plays and concerts in which the girls performed for parents and friends.

Ofsted inspectors described how “children’s imaginations soar as they remain engrossed and focussed in exciting and purposeful play” in a Reception class lesson. Come along to a visitors’ morning to see these exciting, stimulating lessons taking place and find out more about this outstanding junior school. Guildford High School, London Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 1SJ T: 01483 543 853 E: Guildford-Admissions@guildfordhigh.co.uk W: www.guildfordhigh.surrey.sch.uk

What’s On Diary Until 1 November

Monday 7 September

Dino Explorer Aldershot Military Museum Queens Avenue, Aldershot GU11 2LG Open: Wed-Fri 10am–5pm, Sat and Sun 11am–4pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday. There are dinosaurs hiding in the gardens... can you follow their tracks, find their eggs and avoid the roar of the T Rex? See dinofest2015. co.uk or call 01252 314598.

Arty Pop Up & Play Adventure Transport Theme, Simply Play 248 Shawfield Road, Ash Vale Come and get creative with paint and lots of crafty bits and then enjoy play in the role play area. For ages 1-4 years (younger children will need more help from their grown up). Please book on www.simply-play.org.uk or call 01252 448045. 1.30-3.15pm. £8.

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Tuesday 8 September

Woking Food & Drink Festival 2015 Woking Town Centre The sizzling free three-day festival (4-6 Sept) will be held in Jubilee Square, Commercial Way, Mercia Walk, Market Walk and Gloucester Walk.

Toddler Day The Look Out Discovery Centre Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell RG12 7QW 01344 354400 Extra activities for toddlers from 10am-4pm include art and craft activities, storytelling and face or hand painting. Teddy Bear theme. £6.80 per parent and toddler, and £1.55 for each additional toddler (up to a max of 3).

Saturday 5 September 15 Minutes of Fun Chertsey Museum 33 Windsor St, Chertsey 01932 565764 Free family craft activities. Drop-in anytime from 1.30-3.30 pm.

Brooklands Family Fun Day Brooklands Community Park Sopwith Drive, Weybridge 11am-5pm.

A variety of sports, food stalls, music and lots of other entertainment. Free.

Timely Transport Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 For ages 5-11. 10.30am-12pm. Mem £5, non-mem £7. Booking advisable.

Sunday 6 September Live Local Love Winkworth 6 Winkworth Arboretum Hascombe Road, Godalming GU8 4AD 01483 208477 Free. The 6th annual community day is packed full of events. Live music, falconry displays, archery, wood carving, face painting, crafts, family activities and much more. 11am−4pm.

Mrs. Greville’s Donkey Derby & Family Fun Day, Polesden Lacey Bookham, RH5 6BD 01372 372 427 11am-5pm. Donkey derby, donkey rides, stalls and games, children’s rides, fun dog show, drinks and refreshments. Free entry including house and gardens and free parking.

Running Day Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway Frimley Lodge Park, Sturt Rd, Frimley Green Miniature trains will be running. 11am-5pm. Single ride £1.

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The Look Out Discovery Centre Storytelling for Under 5s The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Stories and hands-on creative fun.

For under 5s with an adult. Spaces allocated on a first-come, first-served basis at Reception from 10.30am.

11-11.40am. Suggested donation £2.

Toddler Tuesdays - Teddy Bears Picnic, Surrey Heath Museum Knoll Rd, Camberley 01276 707284 Fun craft session for the under 5s (50p suggested donation). Drop in anytime from 10.30am-12pm.

Tue 8 - Sun 13 September RHS Wisley Flower Show RHS Garden Wisley Woking GU23 6QB 0845 260 9000 RHS Ambassador Mary Berry opens this spectacular 6-day floral extravaganza.

Wednesday 9 September Toddler Day, The Look Out Discovery Centre See 8 Sept.

Friday 11 September The Richmond Dog Show Loseley Park Stakescorner Road, Guildford From 7.30am. Free entry. Car park £10.

Running Day The Great Cockcrow Railway Hardwick Lane, Lyne, Chertsey KT16 0AD 01932 565474 Miniature train rides for ages 2+. Two routes, each route is approx. 15-20 mins.

1.30-5pm (booking office closes 4.45pm). Single ride Adult £4, child £3.50, family (of 4) £12.

Spin a Web Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Listen to the story of The Very Busy Spider and help make a giant spider’s web. For under 5s with an adult.

10.30-11.30am. Adult £1, child £2, no need to book.

War on the Rails, Mizens Railway Barrs Lane, Knaphill 2-5pm. Miniature train rides for ages 1+.

Heritage Open Day, Painshill Park Portsmouth Rd, Cobham 01932 868113 Free entry today.

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The Richmond Dog Show Loseley Park See 11 September.

Heritage Days The Living Planet Centre Brewery Rd, Woking 01483 426444 Design and make a model of your own sustainable building. 30 minute workshops at 2pm, 2.30pm, 3pm and 3.30pm. Please pre-book on www.wwf.org.uk/livingplanetcentre.

Heritage Open Day Dapdune Wharf Wharf Rd, Guildford, GU1 4RR 01483 561389 Free admission. 11am-5pm.

Heritage Open Day Claremont Landscape Garden Portsmouth Rd, Esher 01372 467806 10am-6pm. Free entry.

Tudor Day Basing House Visitor Centre Barton’s Lane, Old Basing, Basingstoke RG24 8AE 01256 463965 11am-4pm.

Tudor related activities including a falconry display, archery, storytelling and more. Included in admission.

Heritage Open Days Watts Gallery Down Lane, Compton, Guildford, 01483 810235 Free admission.

Enjoy free tours and activities and discover the unique 19th century heritage of the architecturally important buildings, collections and people who worked and lived there.

Children’s Tours at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm - meet George and Mary Watts and be their apprentices.

Activities from 11am-5pm include horse drawn cart rides and demonstrations in art, craft, and conservation plus make pottery plant tags and birdhouses.

Heritage Open Days and Love Architecture 2015, The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Self-guided family trail linking The Lightbox and the WWF Living Planet Centre. Pick up a trail at either venue’s Reception. For ages 4+ with an adult.

10am-4pm. Suggested donation £2.

Reggae Drumming Workshop Camberley Library Knoll Rd, Camberley 2-3pm. For ages 6+. Please pre-book. Tickets £4 available from any Surrey Library or www.surreycc.gov.uk/libraries.

Reggae Drumming Workshop Frimley Green Library Beech Rd, Frimley Green 11am-12pm.

For ages 6+. Please book. Tickets £4 available from any Surrey Library or www.surreycc.gov.uk/libraries.

St Andrew’s Annual Parish Fayre St Andrew’s Parish Church Upper Church Lane, Farnham Enjoy free entertainment with Mr Giant.

Bring your teddy to parachute from the Church tower. Stalls, games, refreshments, music and much more. Fun for all ages. For more information contact: office@ StAndrewsFarnham.org 12-4pm.

Heritage Open Day Polesden Lacey Gt Bookham, RH5 6BD 01372 372427 Free entry to the house and grounds 10am-5pm.

Sunday 13 September Donkey Day Out The Rural Life Centre Reeds Road, Tilford, Farnham 01252 795571 The Donkey Breed Society returns with their gentle beasts of burden demonstrating how they have served mankind throughout history. Also Farnham Beekeepers show – learn about bees and their lives. 10am-5pm.

Heritage Open Days, Watts Gallery See 12 September.

The Richmond Dog Show, Loseley Park See 11 September.

Family Tree Picnic Heatherside Recreation Ground Cumberland Road, Heatherside, Camberley, GU15 1AY This picnic features family instrument making workshop, performance of folk tales and song, musical performances plus a talk by Paul Watts, Tree Conservation Officer and demonstration of tree surgery.

12-3pm. Free.

Gala Day The Great Cockcrow Railway Hardwick Lane, Lyne, Chertsey 01932 565474 Miniature train rides for ages 2+. There will be visiting engines today. 1.30-5pm. Single ride Adult £4, child £3.50, family (of 4) £12.

Running Day, Mizens Railway Barrs Lane, Knaphill, Woking 2-5pm.

Miniature train rides for ages 1+.

Friday 18 September Painting for Under 5s The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 11-11.45am. Dress for mess and have fun painting. Please pre-book. For under 5s with an adult. £3 per child, accompanying adult free.

Saturday 19 September Haslemere Food Festival Lion Green Lion Lane, Haslemere 10am-4pm.

A celebration of all things food and drink. Demonstrations, children’s entertainment, music, sausage competition, Haslemere’s first ever ‘Bake-Off’ and much more.

Market Mall Arena Leisure Centre Grand Avenue, Camberley, GU15 3QH www.marketmall.co.uk 30 stalls of gorgeous crafts and creative products plus lots of family fun including Meet and Greet with Spiderman, kids treasure trail – with prizes, chill out area, Goodie bag giveaways with exciting gifts & offers. Free entry. 2-4.30pm.

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Sunday Sept 13 Enjoy the special sights & sounds of a Traditional 10am Steam Fair in the dark with all the lights on! to 5pm Come and meet Many unique rides from the golden age of steam!

members of the Donkey Breed Society (the gates open at 6pm; rides from 7-10pm national charity working for all donkeys) who, along also open during the daytheir on Sundays untilwill 11 October with donkeys, be enjoying gates open at 11am; a relaxed rides from 12.30pm day out.

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by Picnic Areasis supported • CafÊ Open Wed - Sun & BH • 10am - 5pm Tilford • Farnham • Surrey www.rural-life.org.uk 01252 795571

Top class entertainment Gulliver’s Carnival, Donkey rides, Model railway, Punch & Judy, Have-a-go shooting and fishing, Gundogs, hounds and birds of prey, Dog show and terrier racing, Shopping and rural crafts, Food and drink, Plus much, much more!

For early bird tickets visit www.surreycountyshow.co.uk

Registered charity no. 293515

October half term family fun RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey. Near junction 10 of the M25. Enjoy free* family activities every day.

Buy garden tickets online at rhs.org.uk/wisley *Free once in the garden, normal garden admission applies. Charge applies to pumpkin carving. Activities vary daily, please check the website for details.

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Sunday 20 September

Family Bushcraft Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham GU10 4LS 01420 23666 www.fieldfarmproject. com 10am-4pm. For all ages, min one adult per group. As a family, discover the secrets of the forest around the camp fire. From ancient fire lighting, to building a hunting shelter, seasonal crafts and a spot of open fire cooking. You will learn some of the skills you need to feel at home in the wildest woods.

Booking essential by calling Mollie on 07979 321369 or email info@ fieldfarmproject.com. Adult £25, under 16yrs £15, under 3 free.

Canine Capers, Hatchlands Park East Clandon, Guildford GU4 7RT 01483 222482 11am-4pm. Enjoy fun and games with your four-legged friend in this friendly dog show.

Normal admission + £2 per class.

Forever Young Family Crafts: Watercolour Wonders The West End Centre Queens Road, Aldershot 01252 330040 Experiment with bright and beautiful watercolours, exploring a variety of amazing techniques using cling film, rock salt and more! £3 per person. For ages 3+ with an adult.

Please pre-book. 10.30am-12.30pm.

Aviation Day Brooklands Museum Brooklands Road, Weybridge 01932 857381 The Museum’s aircraft and cockpits will be open for visitors to explore, and there will be a chance to see and hear some of the early aircraft in action. Plus trade stalls and exhibitors and activities for the youngsters and family workshops.

Wey River Festival Dapdune Wharf Wharf Rd, Guildford 01483 561389 The illuminated pageant at dusk will light up the river from Dapdune to Millmead. Lots to do during the day, children’s craft activities, willow weaving, the Surrey Wood Turners and many other stands. From 11am.

Hollycombe Fairground at Night Hollycombe Steam Museum Iron Hill, Liphook GU30 7LP 01428 724900 7-10pm (gates open at 6pm). Enjoy a trip down memory lane with the sights, sounds, smell and atmosphere of a vintage Edwardian Fairground at night, as the Hollycombe Working Steam Museum stages its popular Saturday evening openings in September and October (19 Sept, 26 Sept, 3 and 10 Oct, 17 and 31 Oct). With steam-driven rides such as the Razzle Dazzle (considered to be the world’s first ‘white knuckle ride’); the Gallopers and Swingboats plus the magnificent 101 year old Big Wheel offering evening views over the twinkling lights of the South Downs it offers both nostalgia and excitement! You can enjoy the Bioscope – a precursor to the modern cinema or walk through an original Hall of Mirrors.

Adult £15, child £10 with family saver tickets available, offering unlimited rides on the Fairground. Tickets entitle free return visits on most open days during a calendar year.

Hollycombe is also open on Sundays (rides from 12.30pm) until 11 Oct. Hollycombe Fairground at Night

Running Day, Mizens Railway See listing on 13 September.

Birds of Prey Day Claremont Landscape Garden Portsmouth Rd, Esher 01372 467806 10.30am-4.30pm. Included in admission. See a wide variety of birds of prey, get up close and learn more about these birds plus two flying displays, subject to weather.

Running Day, The Great Cockcrow Railway See 6 Sept.

Fungi Foray Winkworth Arboretum Hascombe Road, Godalming GU8 4AD 01483 208477 Join expert Sara Shepley and learn how to identify the many different types of fungi growing around the Arboretum.

Please pre-book. 10.30am-12.30pm.

Admission + Adult £10, child £5.

Public Open Afternoon Charity Day, Guildford Model Engineering Society London Road, Guildford Train rides are available on both the ground level and raised tracks. 2-5pm.

Tickets are £1 each or £3 for four.

Monday 21 September Pop Up Adventure - Owls Enchanted Wood Toys 1-3 East St, Farnham GU9 7SX A free session incorporating storytelling, dance, drama and a craft for under 5’s with an adult. Free but places must be booked in advance on actoneadventures.co.uk, email joanne@actoneadventures.co.uk or call 07956 182 488. 10-10.45am.

Tuesday 22 September Storytelling for Under 5s The Lightbox See 8 September.

Sea Shells on the Seashore Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Marvel at the beauty of the shells in the handling collection and make a shell picture. For under 5s with an adult. 1.30-2.30pm. Adult £1, child £2, no need to book.

Fri 25 - Sun 27 Sept Haslemere Walking Festival www.haslemere.com/vic A collection of varied and rewarding walks for all tastes, ages and abilities!

Saturday 26 September Birds of Prey, RHS Garden Wisley Woking GU23 6QB 0845 260 9000 Discover all about birds of prey. See these magnificent birds up close, with agility displays at 11am and 2pm. Included in admission.

Birds of Prey, RHS Garden Wisley Farnham Food Festival Castle St, Farnham Free entry. Cookery demonstrations stallholders; live entertainment including jazz music and face-painting.

Sports Festival and Fun Event Samuel Cody Specialist Sports College Community Hall and Field Ballantyne Road, Farnborough 12-4pm. A community cohesion event, encouraging families to have a go at a range of sports and crafts.

Food, Glorious Food Surrey Heath Museum Knoll Rd, Camberley 01276 707284 Fun craft session for the under 5s, older children welcome too (50p suggested donation). Drop in anytime from 10.30am-12pm.

Hollycombe Fairground at Night Please see listing on 19 September.

Sunday 27 September Harvest Home The Rural Life Centre Reeds Rd, Tilford, Farnham GU10 2DL 01252 795571 A special day to mark the end of the farming year plus family fun. Children bring a scarecrow and come in for half price. 10am-5pm. Adult £9.50, child (5-16) £7, family £29.

Friday 25 September

Birds of Prey, RHS Garden Wisley See listing on 26 September.

Watts at Dusk Late Night Openings, Watts Gallery Down Lane, Compton, Guildford 01483 810235 5pm-9pm. Enjoy an evening of art, entertainment, and the chance to escape from it all after hours at Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village. A family event suitable for all ages. Kids go free, 2 for 1 Adult entry.

Fungi Foray Claremont Landscape Garden Portsmouth Rd, Esher 01372 467806 10.30am-12.30pm. Join expert Sara Shepley for a seasonal Fungi Foray Walk and learn how to identify the many different fungi in the garden.

Admission + £9 per adult and £4.50 per child. Booking essential.

The Surrey Game and Country Fair, Loseley Park Stakescorner Road, Guildford GU3 1HS Enjoy an action packed family day out at the Surrey Game and Country Fair, with top class entertainment, have-a-go activities, shopping and rural crafts. The main arena will host exciting entertainment throughout the day including ‘Gulliver’s Carnival’ – a family extravaganza with stunt horses and riders, music and a larger than life ring master. Joining them will be gundogs, birds of prey, a sheep dog display with ducks as well as sheep, hilarious terrier racing and a parade of hounds. Plus donkey rides, a Punch & Judy and a model railway for the children to ride on. And make sure you bring your four legged friend for the family dog show. If you want to have a go at shooting you can try clays, black powder and air rifles – perfect for youngsters new to the sport. For adults there is shopping galore, a food theatre and food hall, plus much, much more.

Buy early bird reduced rate tickets at www.surreycountyshow.co.uk.

A child ticket costs just £4.50 in advance, adult £7.50, and family £22.

Under 5’s go free. 9am-5pm.

Running Day, Mizens Railway See listing on 13 September.

Running Day, The Great Cockcrow Railway See 6 Sept.

Saturday 3 October Autumn Woodfest RHS Garden Wisley Woking GU23 6QB 0845 260 9000 A weekend to celebrate all that the woodlands have to offer in the autumn. Don’t miss out on the GB team of Stihl Timbersports riproaring axe and chainsaw action.

There’ll be traditional crafts, artisan demonstrations and specialised exhibitors.

The Big Draw, Watts Gallery Down Lane, Compton, Guildford 01483 810235 11am-5pm. Be a Victorian Artists’ Apprentice at Watts Gallery.

Meet G F Watts and have fun trying traditional drawing techniques using charcoal, chalk, silverpoint and pencil. Head to the Pottery Studios to meet Mary Watts and help her to design and make terracotta birds and take the Drawing Geocaching Treasure Trail. Activities included in adult admission, 16s and under free.

Hands Up! Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Make some wonderful pictures using the shape of your hands. For ages 5-11. Booking advisable. 10.30am12pm. Mem £5, non-mem £7.

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Surrey Hills Wood Fair Birtley House Estate Bramley, Guildford GU5 0LE www.surreyhillswoodfair.co.uk Surrey Hills Wood Fair at Birtley House, 5 miles south of Guildford, is a fantastic day out for all the family, in a stunning Surrey Hills woodland setting. The Wood Fair is FREE for children under 12 years.

There are a variety of activities including: coppice crafts and wood products, local produce, horse & wagon rides, bug hunts, wide range of catering and beer tent, children’s activities including tree climbing and zip wire and animal attractions. The Man in the Moon Theatre Company are providing a theatre tent with a programme of specially commissioned performances.

Dogs on leads welcome and parking is free. 10am-5pm. Adult £7.50, under 12s free. Beat the queues and book online - it’s just £7 per adult!

Surrey Heritage Showcase Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane, Shere, GU5 9HF Free! 12-4pm. Surrey Heritage will have real artefacts to explore, clean and discover for children of all ages. There’ll be arts and crafts and historical costumes to play dress up.

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The Big Draw Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 A chance for the whole family to explore their artistic talent. No need to book. 12.15-3.30pm.

Hollycombe Fairground at Night Please see listing on 19 September.

15 Minutes of Fun, Chertsey Museum See listing on 5 September

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Sunday 4 October Harvest Home, Dapdune Wharf Wharf Rd, Guildford 01483 561389 Autumn crafts, morris dancing and apple pressing. 11am-4pm, bonfire from 12pm. Admission + £2.50 for activities. £1 for baked potatoes.

Exciting forest activities for all ages!

Family Bushcraft, Fungal Forays, Woodland Walks, Tall Tails and much more!

Booking essential call 0300 067 4448 forestry.gov.uk/aliceholt Alice Holt Forest

Surrey Hills Wood Fair, Birtley House Estate See 3 October.

Running Day, Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway See listing on 6 September.

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Sing-a-Long-a Frozen The New Victoria Theatre Peacocks Centre, Woking A full screening of Disney’s Frozen with lyrics on screen. For ages 5+. 11am, 3pm & 6.30pm. Booking advised.

Autumn Woodfest, RHS Garden Wisley See listing on 3 October.

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Monday 5 October

Arty Pop Up & Play Adventure Autumn Theme, Simply Play 248 Shawfield Rd, Ash Vale GU12 5DJ Get creative with paint and lots of crafty bits and then enjoy play in the role play area. For ages 1-4 years (younger children will need more help from their grown up). Please book on www.simply-play.org.uk or call 01252 448045. 1.30-3.15pm. £8.

Tuesday 6 October Storytelling for Under 5s See listing on 8 September.

Wednesday 7 October Toddler Day The Look Out Discovery Centre Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell 01344 354400 Extra activities for toddlers from 10am-4pm include art and craft activities, storytelling and face or hand painting. Autumn Fun theme.

Thursday 8 October Toddler Day, The Look Out Discovery Centre See 7 October.

Friday 9 October Splatter and Sponge Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Make colourful pictures using sponge and splatter techniques. For under 5s with an adult. 10.30-11.30am.

Adult £1, child £2, no need to book.

Saturday 10 October Forever Young Family Crafts: Halloween Lanterns The West End Centre Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 Make your own spooOOOoooky pumpkin lantern from clay – it’ll be glazed and fired and you’ll have it ready in time for Hallowe’en! £3 per person. For ages 3+ with an adult.

Please pre-book. 10.30am-12.30pm.

Hollycombe Fairground at Night Please see listing on 19 September.

The Big Draw Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Millbrook, Guildford 01483 440000 In the Mill Studio. A fabulous workshop where you can recreate your story in 3D by making your story into a hat - suitable for all the family. 10am-2pm. Free.

Sat 17 Oct - sun 1 Nov Halloween Chessington Garden Centre Leatherhead Road, Chessington 01372 725638 Back by popular demand for Halloween, Spooky Zoo offers each visitor a unique and fascinating chance to encounter, handle and have their photo taken with a variety of exotic reptiles. Held within the specially prepared and themed ‘Spooky Zoo’ enclosure, each fantastic interactive experience lasts approx 45 minutes during which time visitors will not only learn from the experts on hand about the reptiles on display, including lizards, snakes and crocodiles, but braver guests can get up close and personal, with a chance to handle the reptiles themselves, for that perfectly spooky photo opportunity. There will also be a Halloween Circus, for details please see the Theatre listings on page 30.

Also on offer is the seriously scary ‘Spooky Tea’ - a terrifyingly good, fun filled teatime treat. Served in a special and fantastically themed section of the award winning Sedum restaurant, kids can be treated to a true Halloween feast, full of ghoulish delights and a host of trick or treat surprises. Book today to avoid disappointment! £4.45 per child.

They’ll also be Halloween related fun and games, provided by the DEBRA charity, taking place throughout the event. For more information and booking details see www. chessingtongardencentre.co.uk.

Spooky Tea, Chessington Garden Centre

Fungi Foray, Claremont Landscape Garden See 27 Sept.

Sunday 11 October Running Day, The Great Cockcrow Railway See 6 Sept.

Tuesday 13 October

Sunday 18 October

Toddler Tuesdays - Big Drawing Surrey Heath Museum Knoll Rd, Camberley 01276 707284 Fun craft session for the under 5s (50p suggested donation). Drop in anytime from 10.30am-12pm.

Fungi Walk Winkworth Arboretum Hascombe Road, Godalming GU8 4AD 01483 208477 Learn how to identify the many different types of fungi growing around the Arboretum.

Please pre-book. 10.30am-12.30pm.

Admission + Adult £10, child £5.

Friday 16 October Painting for Under 5s The Lightbox See 18 September.

Saturday 17 October Hollycombe Fairground at Night Please see listing on 31 October.

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Public Open Afternoon Guildford Model Engineering Society London Rd, Guildford Train rides are available on both the ground level and raised tracks. 2-5pm.

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Running Day, The Great Cockcrow Railway See 6 Sept.

Oktoberfest, Mizens Railway Barrs Lane, Knaphill 12-5pm. Vintage mechanical fairground organs, a children’s vintage fun fair, model traction engine rides, fairground models show, stalls, refreshments and miniature train rides (ages 1+).

Adult £2; child £1; family (2A + 3C) £5 (additional charge for train rides).

Transportfest Brooklands Museum Brooklands Rd, Weybridge 01932 857381 Bus displays, heritage bus trips, horse bus rides (extra charges apply), live music and children’s attractions. Normal admission.

Monday 19 October Pop Up Adventure - Incy Wincy Spider, Enchanted Wood Toys 1-3 East St, Farnham 10-10.45am.

A free session with storytelling, dance, drama and a craft for under 5’s with an adult. Free but places must be booked in advance on actoneadventures.co.uk or email joanne@actoneadventures.co.uk

Tuesday 20 October Storytelling for Under 5s The Lightbox See 8 September.

Friday 23 October Fancy Footwork Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 How does your footprint differ from other animals? Find out and make your own footprints to take home.

Please bring wellies/old shoes or get paint covered feet! For under 5s with an adult. 1.30-2.30pm. Adult £1, child £2, no need to book.

Sat 24 Oct - Sun 1 Nov Hallowe’en Half-term Activities Claremont Landscape Garden Portsmouth Rd, Esher 01372 467806 10am-5pm. Children’s trail (admission + 50p). On Mon 26-Wed 28 and Fri 30 there are children’s crafts from 10.30am-12.30pm admission + £1.50. On Thurs 29 10.30am–12.30pm there is Pumpkin Carving (please bring your own pumpkin) admission + £1.50 and on Fri 30 Oct 4-6pm there’s Hallowe’en storytelling and spooky walks around the lake - admission + 50p.

Halloween Happy Hauntings Fishers Farm Park Newpound Lane, Wisborough Green, W Sussex RH14 0EG 01403 700063 Enjoy this fangtastic week! There’s ‘Pumpkin Carving’ and the ‘Gory-ent Express’... join the creepy creative crew in the amazing ‘Pumpkin Patch’, with biscuit decorating, glitter tattoos and face paints! A coven of wicked witches and a kindly Vampire perform the spell-binding ‘Spook Show’ daily in the Barn Theatre!

Ideally suited for ages 2-11 yrs.

Wizards and Witches Week Bocketts Farm Park Young St, Fetcham, Leatherhead 01372 363764 10am-5.30pm. Enjoy a full packed programme of fun and freaky activities including a Quiz Trail, Creepy Craft Corner and Reptile Roadshow, where you’ll get the chance to meet awesome creepy crawlies up close! There will be hundreds of pumpkins on sale too!

Daily activities include pony rides, tractor rides, animal handling and pig racing, plus you can meet and feed all of the friendly farm animals.

With a large heated indoor play barn, trampolines, pedal go karts and a jumping pillow, there’s plenty to keep the whole family amused, whatever the weather!

Happy Hallowe’en trail Winkworth Arboretum Hascombe Rd, Godalming 01483 208477 Enjoy the spooky trail, (admission + 50p for trail). On Fri 30 Oct 11am-1pm there is pumpkin carving. Please bring your own pumpkin (admission + £1.50 per craft). 10am-4pm. Free entry for children in Hallowe’en costume.

Spooky Woodlands RHS Garden Wisley Woking GU23 6QB 0845 260 9000 Families can discover the spooky woodlands at RHS Garden Wisley this Halloween with a fun-filled week of family activities and workshops. Learn all about hedgehogs through storytelling, plant some seeds, carve a pumpkin, make a spooky woodland hat and build a den. Activities vary daily, check website for details. Some activities require advance booking.

On 24 and 25 October is The Wisley Harvest Weekend - visit the exhibitors from the Surrey Bees to The Chilli Group with its displays, workshops and tasting of a wide variety of chillies.

Halloween Festival, Marwell Zoo Thompsons Lane, Winchester SO21 1JH 01962 777407 Design a pumpkin for carving and watch the animals explore and eat their pumpkin treats. Spooky storytelling with the resident witch.

Hallowe’en – Through the Looking Glass, Polesden Lacey Gt Bookham, Dorking 01372 452048 10am–3.30pm. Follow Alice on her scary journey through the looking glass into the weird and wonderful backwards world of Polesden, meeting well-loved characters.

Admission + £2 per child.

Sunday 25 October Running Day, The Great Cockcrow Railway See 6 Sept.

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

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Draw The West End Centre Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 A free day of drawing activities!

Create magical characters and make a thaumatrope or try out free hand drawing using a sewing machine.

Drop in anytime from 10.30am-4pm.

Children must be with an adult.

Crafty Firework Fun Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 1.30-3pm. Use materials to make glittery rockets, Catherine wheels and fountains! Please book. For ages 3-8yrs with an adult. £7.50 per child.

Hallowe’en Hats, Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 Create a hat to complete your costume. Advance booking essential.

For ages 3-8 yrs with an adult.

10.30am–12pm. £7.50 per child.

Spooky Science Workshop G Live London Rd, Guildford 0844 7701 797 £30. A Spooky Science hands-on workshop with slime, gunk and other spooky stuff! Children will be encouraged to explore equipment and real world science materials that they would not usually see. For ages 7 - 12. Please pre-book. 10am-4pm.

Bouncy Castle Fun Guildford Spectrum Parkway, Guildford 01483 443322 9-10am, from walking - 4 yrs, £3.

Please pre-book.

Mon 26 Oct - Fri 30 Oct Half Term Activities Brooklands Museum Brooklands Rd, Weybridge 01932 857381 Vintage style car rides 11am-1pm and 2-3.30pm (subject to weather). Plus bus rides, look out for Bertie the Brooklands Bear, pick up a trail for children up to 12 years old or join in the Big Draw with the Half Term family workshop.

Halloween Activity Week Birdworld Holt Pound, Farnham 01420 22992 Halloween Grotto, spooky trail plus some fun but creepy arts and crafts.

Half-term Fun at Box Hill 11am-4pm. Please see www.

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Mon 26 Oct - Sun 1 Nov Half-term Dino Fun Dapdune Wharf Wharf Rd, Guildford 01483 561389 A week of dinosaur activities, crafts and a trail for all ages. Dressing up encouraged! On Saturday spooky Hallowe’en dinos are out to get you!

11am-4pm. Admission + £2.50 for activities. £1 for baked potatoes.

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Tuesday 27 October The Big Draw Drop In! The Electric Theatre Onslow St, Guildford 01483 444789 Working with a team of awesome artists, come along and help create a collaborative GIANT story book (or a mini book of your own to take home - you choose!) featuring the return of the well-loved Dragon & The Princess.

Expect brilliant stories, fun for all the family and lots of shrinky plastic!

Meet the Illustrator Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 For ages 5-11yrs. 10.30am-12pm.

Meet Leon Hills, artist and author, and make your own piece of art. Booking advisable. Mem £5, non-mem £7.

Every Picture Tells a Story The Living Planet Centre Brewery Rd, Woking 01483 426444 10.30- 12.30pm. What do polar bears and penguins have in common?

Come to this workshop and watch a short animation film to find out. Your artwork will create a chilly stained glass freeze which will come to life in 3D! Suggested donation £2.

Clayosaurus, The West End Centre Queens Road, Aldershot 01252 330040 Make your favourite dinosaur from clay! For ages 3+ with an adult. £6 per child, parents free. Please prebook. 10.30am-12.30pm.

Children’s Sweet Tree Workshop Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 Create your own Sweet Tree. For ages 4+. Please pre-book. 10-11am or 12-1pm. £15.

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Hatchlands Park, Claremont Landscape Garden, Winkworth Arboretum, Surrey Hills, River Wey Navigations, Ham House, Morden Hall Park, Polesden Lacey

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Draw Explore, The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Follow the clues between The Lightbox and The Living Planet Centre to complete the fun quiz.

Through drawing, you’ll create your own amazing story! There are also Big Draw workshops at both venues. 10.30am - 5pm. Suggested donation £2.

Future Imperfect, G Live London Rd, Guildford 0844 7701 797 £30. Creative writing workshop for 12-17s. Please pre-book. 10am-4pm.

Spooky Halloween Themed Fun 40 Degreez Centre Dogflud Way, Farnham 10-11.30am.

Help your kids create ghoulish ghosts and magical mobiles. For ages 2-11 (younger siblings are welcome!). Please pre-book by contacting Rebecca on 01252 308989 or RebeccaWootton@ thecreationstation.co.uk.

Princes Hall Princes Way, Aldershot 01252 329155 Craft Workshop, For ages 4-7.

Please pre-book. 10am-4pm. £19.

Dance in a Day For ages 6-10.

Please pre-book. 10am-4pm. £19.

Film: PADDINGTON (PG) The Electric Theatre Onslow St, Guildford 01483 444789 £5. The story of the comic misadventures of a young Peruvian bear who travels to the city in search of a home. Finding himself lost and alone, he begins to realize that city life is not all he had imagined - until he meets the kindly Brown family. 11am and Relaxed Screening 3pm (to suit the needs of families with children with autism or learning disabilities),

What’s On Diary Tuesday 27 Oct CONT. Illustration, The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Please book. Under 8s must be with an adult (adult free). Professional illustrator, Jessica Jane Charleston invites you to come and illustrate your very own story and make your own book. 1-2.30pm (4-7 yr olds) 3-4.30pm (8-11 yr olds) £6.50.

Make a Hallowe’en Photo Card Farnham Maltings Bridge Sq, Farnham 01252 745444 £15. Make fun photograms in the darkroom then you can colour and decorate your favourite. Please book.

For age 7-11. 10-12pm or 2-4pm.

Roller Skating Fun Guildford Spectrum Parkway, Guildford 01483 443322 1.15-3.15pm or 3.30-5.30pm, all ages, £10.30 per session. Please book.

Tues 27 - Sat 31 October Alice In Wonderland Surrey History Centre 130 Goldsworth Rd, Woking 01483 518737 Free drop in family activities.

Enjoy weird and wonderful craft activities fit for a Mad Hatters Tea party! Children must be with an adult. See website for opening times.

Wednesday 28 October Draw Explore, The Lightbox See listing on 27 October.

Show Time, The Electric Theatre Onslow St, Guildford 01483 444789 On 28 & 29 Oct. Hayley and Hannah of AllStar Choir & Boogie Pumps team up to deliver an action packed two-day workshop of singing and dancing, culminating in a show in the main auditorium. Sing, dance, and perform the biggest chart hits! For ages 5-12. 10am - 4pm (performance Thurs 4pm). £60, siblings £50.

Ceramosaurus Rex The West End Centre Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 Make your own clay model of your favourite dinosaur; it will then be fired and glazed for you. Ages 8-14 (no parents necessary!). £6 per child. Please pre-book. 2-4pm.

Halloween Stage Make Up Class G Live London Rd, Guildford 0844 7701 797 Join expert makeup artist Rose Perry to create some horrifyingly brilliant stage makeup effects this Halloween! After practising techniques in the morning you will have the opportunity to apply your skills on real life dancers from the Thriller Dance workshop during the afternoon. Involves latex products.

Please pre-book. 10am-4pm. £30.

Film Screening: Matilda The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Advance booking is required. 11am.

Adult £6, under 16s £4.

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Hallowe’en Horrors Shalford Mill Shalford, Guildford GU4 8BS 01483 561389 Find your way to the roof and gasp at the horrible and nasty things there… 11am-4pm. £1 for childrens’ activities.

Creepy Crafts Surrey Heath Museum Knoll Rd, Camberley 01276 707284 Drop-in and make a halloween decoration. Free. 11am-5pm.

Never Ending Story The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Add to the Never Ending Story draw a character or write the next part of the adventure! Then make a simple puppet of your character to take home. For ages 4+ with an adult. Drop in anytime from 1.30pm4pm. Suggested donation £2.

Activity Thursday The Rural Life Centre Reeds Rd, Tilford 01252 795571 Activity Thursdays are aimed at keeping children entertained - the family friendly museum volunteers bring history to life with demonstrations, crafts and fun activities. Lots of seasonal fun! Undercover if it’s wet.

Included in admission.

Princess & Wizard Adventure Morning, Guide Headquarters Nightingale Rd, Guildford GU1 1ER A morning of games, dance, drama and arts and crafts. Make your own wizard hat and wand ready for halloween. For under 5s with an adult but siblings welcome.

9.45 -11.30am. £10 and £5 siblings.

Places must be pre booked on actoneadventures.co.uk or email joanne@actoneadventures.co.uk.

Draw Explore, The Lightbox See listing on 27 October.

Wild Tots Newlands Corner Visitor Centre Shere Rd, Guildford GU4 8SE Play games, hunt mini-beasts and be creative with wood. For ages 2-6 with an adult. Booking essential on 07968 832509. 10am-12pm or 1.303.30pm. £10 per child.

Wonderful, Weird and Wacky Walking Staffs, Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 Make your own personalised staff from the trees of Alice Holt.

They’ll show you the whole process from beginning to end! All materials and tools provided. For ages 10+.

Booking essential. 10am-12pm. £10.

Woodland Walk and Tall Tales Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 Gathering at dusk by the classroom, you’ll wind your way through the trees experiencing the forest at night - bring your torch or lantern! Followed by a campfire for spooky tales and sweet snacks.

Limited numbers so book early. For ages 6yrs+. 5-6pm. £2 per person.

Thriller: Dance In A Day, G Live London Rd, Guildford 0844 7701797 Learn to dance in the style of the famous Michael Jackson Thriller video, just in time for Halloween!

Bring along some old clothes to make into a costume, get your face painted and show off your new moves in an informal sharing for friends and family. Ages 8-14. Please pre-book. 10am-4pm. £30.

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Creepy Crafts, Surrey Heath Museum See listing on 28 October.

Every Picture Tells a Story, The Living Planet Centre See 27 Oct. Circus Masterclass, G Live London Rd, Guildford 0844 7701 797 Learn a range of circus skills. For ages 7-12 - all abilities welcome.

Please pre-book. 10am-4pm. £30.

Cretaceous Critters The West End Centre Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 An interactive talk where you will learn all about Cretaceous animals and see their fossils up-close. Ages 5+ with an adult. £2 per child, parents free. Please pre-book.

10.30am-11.15am.

Play in a Day, Princes Hall Princes Way, Aldershot 01252 329 155 For ages 7-11. Please pre-book.

10am-4pm. £19.

Roald Dahl Character Costumes The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Turn yourself into your favourite Roald Dahl character. Please prebook. Under 8s must be with an adult (adult free). 1-2.30pm (4-7 yrs), 3-4.30pm (8-11 yr olds). £6.50.

Friday 30 October Wizard Weekend Watercress Line www.watercressline.co.uk Watch the Watercress Line transform into a place of magic and mischief on Halloween! Walk in Harry Potter’s footsteps over the railway footbridge where he received his Hogwarts Express ticket; the famous film location from Kings Cross station that is now at the Watercress Line!

Come dressed as a witch, wizard or Halloween spook and find out about bats, owls and all things magical!

With craft activities, face painting (for over 2yrs on hand/arm, 3yrs+ on face, extra fee), Mr Wizard magic shows, witches Besom brooms (extra fee) and daily shows from the FalconHigh display team. Adult £17, child (aged 2-16) £9, Under 2s free, family (2 A + 2 C) £43.

Sing-a-Long-a-Frozen The Leatherhead Theatre 7 Church St, Leatherhead 01372 365141 11am & 3pm.

Spooky Halloween Themed Fun 40 Degreez Centre See listing on Tues 27 October.

Every Picture Tells a Story Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Have a go at telling a story through pictures using storyboard sheets.

For ages 5-11. Mem £5, non-mem £7. Booking advised. 10.30am-12pm.

Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 Hallowe’en Biscuits £12. Decorate Hallowe’en biscuits.

For 6+. Please book. 3.30-5.30pm.

Hallowe’en Photo Fun Photographer Angela Walker gives tips and techniques to help you take better pictures with a Hallowe’en theme. For ages 11-16. Please prebook. 10am-12pm. £10.

Little Art in the Autumn Woodland!, Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 For ages up to 8yrs with an adult. Join the fun with lots of arty activities from Mud painting and Clay figures, Seed art and Leaf and Stick mobiles to Charcoal and Bark rubbings! Please pre-book. 10am12noon. £6 per child.

“Frozen” Dance Workshop Guildford Spectrum Parkway, Guildford 01483 443322 £6.20. 1.15pm - 2.15pm for ages 3-5 years and 2.30pm-3.30pm for ages 5+years. Please pre-book.

Draw Explore, The Lightbox See listing on 27 October.

Creepy Crafts, Surrey Heath Museum See listing on 28 October.

Animal Visit Secretts Farm Shop Hurst Farm, Chapel Lane, Milford Mill Cottage Farm animals are visiting from 11am-4pm.

Children’s Spooky Fun Witley Common Join the torchlight walk and dress up in your scariest outfit. For ages 5+.

Please pre-book on 01372 220644.

6-8pm. £10 per child.

Screen Printing Workshop Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 Learn how to screen print. For ages 7-12. Please book. 2.30-4.30pm. £15.

All holiday camps and sports courses need to be pre-booked.

Horrific Halloween Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Family drop-in event from 1-4.30pm. Make Halloween crafts.

Bring a pumpkin to carve and take part in the Halloween procession through Haslemere, which starts at the Museum at 4.30pm. No need to book. Adult £1, child £3. No charge for the procession.

Spooky Family Fun Afternoon The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Halloween-inspired afternoon of family fun. Make some big bats and giant ghosts in the drop-in workshop, have your face transformed into a scary skeleton or wicked witch.

1-5pm (drop-in workshop 1.30-4pm, face painting 2-4pm).

Vocal Workshop, Princes Hall Princes Way, Aldershot 01252 329 155 For children aged 7-11 years. Please pre-book. 10am-4pm. £19.

Saturday 31 October Wizard Weekend, Watercress Line See listing on 30 October.

Creepy Crafts, Surrey Heath Museum See listing on 28 October.

Adventures in Disco Halloween Special, Licked Bar 11-12 The Woolmead, Farnham 2-4pm A very special family event. Come down to Licked Bar (a proper grown up nightclub!) and enjoy a Halloween Disco with the family. Suitable for all children aged up to 6 and their parents. Children will enjoy mini disco classics and craft activity while parents can enjoy grown up tunes and a licensed bar. Discounted family tickets available. To book visit actoneadventures.co.uk or email joanne@actoneadventures.co.uk.

Dahl Day, The Electric Theatre Onslow St, Guildford 01483 444789 A packed festival finale day to celebrate all things Roald Dahl!

From arts & crafts to cinema showings, pay one ticket price and drop in for as long as you like. There will be something for all the family!

11am-3pm. £6.

Hollycombe Fairground at Night Halloween Iron Hill, Liphook GU30 7LP 7-10pm.

Experience the magical nature of the Edwardian fairground as the sights, sounds and smells all come alive as darkness falls - with a halloween theme! Weather permitting, the railway may run. Come in fancy dress!

Halloween Spookerama Wey and Arun Canal www.weyandarun.co.uk At 4.30pm there’s a scary trip for younger brave souls - come suitably dressed for a Halloween treat! £9 per person.

At 7pm this later Halloween trip is much more scary! Adult £14, child £10. Booking essential.

Night in the Museum Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 A special Halloween opening of the Museum. Doors open at 6pm so you can explore the dark galleries (bring a torch) and get a drink & popcorn before watching the 3rd Night in the Museum film ‘Secret of the Tomb’ at 7pm. Please pre-book. £5.

Monday 2 November Arty Pop Up & Play Adventure Firework Theme, Simply Play 248 Shawfield Rd, Ash Vale, GU12 5DJ For ages 1-4 (younger children will need more help from their grown up). 1.30-3.15pm. £8. Please book on www.simply-play.org.uk or call 01252 448045.

Half Term Holiday Camps & Sports Courses Wild Learning Have fun in the woods this October half term with Wild Learning Holiday Clubs!

Adventures run in Esher, Farnham, Godalming, Guildford, Dorking, Sheen, Crawley and Wimbledon on various dates in half term. For ages 5-12. 10.15am-4pm.

Loads of fun activities including den building, fire making, tracking and stalking, rope bridges, mud sculptures, environmental art, pond dipping, stealth games, exploring plus much more. For more details or to book see www.wild-learning.net.

Three Peaks Outdoor Pursuits At Barfield School, Farnham. Holiday Club for ages 4-13 open to both pupils and non-pupils runs from 26 - 30 Oct. For more details call 0700 393 2610 or see www.3pks.co.uk.

Cranleigh School Sports Centre Multi Activity days run from 26-30 Oct 8.30am-5pm for ages 5-12. Set in the School’s stunning grounds, the camps offer a variety of traditional sports, arts & crafts and more specialist activities. Please contact 01483 542125 or sportsclub@cranleigh.org.

Super Camps Multi Activity Camps run at Christ’s College Guildford from 26-30 Oct. There’ll be well-organised games, sports and creative activities. See www.supercamps.co.uk or call 01235 467300.

Sporty Kidz Sporty Kidz are running holiday camps at St Johns Village Hall, St Johns, Woking from 26-30 Oct from 9-3pm. Book before 5 Oct and pay £20 per day!

For more info see www.SportyKidz. co.uk, e-mail: info@SportyKidz.co.uk or call 07751 228196.

Creating Futures/The Gaming Zone Holiday Club Sports, arts and creative play, den building, treasure hunts, cooking and much more for ages 4-12 from 26-30 Oct at The Grange Infant School, Farnborough. Prices start at £10. Email: clairedixon@ creatingfuturesrushmoor.org.

Surrey Sports Park Book on 01483 689111 or online at www.surreysportspark.co.uk Surrey Summit Climbing Camps Suitable for all abilities.

4-5 years £7.50 per camp: Mon 26 Oct 11.50am-12.30pm Tues 27 Oct 10.20-11am Wed 28 Oct 1-1.40pm or 1.50-2.30pm Thurs 29 Oct 10.20-11am Fri 30 Oct 1-1.40pm 6-7 years £10 per camp: Mon 26 Oct 11.30am-12.30pm Tues 27 Oct 1-2pm Fri 30 Oct 2-3pm 7-11 years £15 per camp: Mon 26 Oct 11.30am-1pm Tues 27 Oct 2-3.30pm Thurs 29 Oct 12-1.30pm 11-17 years £15 per camp: Wed 28 Oct 11.30am-1pm Fri 30 Oct 1-2.30pm Junior Storm Netball Camps School years 3 & 4: Mon 26 Oct, Tues 27 Oct 10am-4pm Mem £37.80, non-mem £42 per camp.

School years 5 & 6: Mon 26 Oct, Tues 27 Oct 10am-4pm Mem £37.80, non-mem £42 per camp.

Junior Storm Masterclass School years 7-9: Mon 26 Oct, Tues 27 Oct 10am-4pm Mem £37.80, non-mem £42 per camp.

Storm Experience Camp School years 7 – 12. Places allocated on selection: please contact netball@ surreysportspark.co.uk.

Fri 30 Oct 10am-4pm Mem £45.90, Non-mem £51.

For netball camp descriptions and to book, visit www.surreystormnetball. co.uk or call 01483 689111.

Multi-Sports Camp (8 yrs+) Try a variety of sports including basketball, fencing, rugby, lacrosse, climbing, racket sports and circuits: Wed 28 Oct, Fri 30 Oct 9am-5pm Mem £32, non-mem £36 per camp.

Tennis Tots - for ages 3-5. Learn the basics and how to enjoy the game.

Mon 26 - Wed 28 Oct 9-10am. Mem £17.55, non-mem £19.50.

Red & Orange Drills, skills and lots of fun. Mon 26 - Wed 28 Oct 10am12pm. Mem £35.10, Non-mem £39.

Junior Camp Mon 26 - Tues 27 Oct 1-3pm. Mem £25.20, non-mem £28.

Badminton - Surrey Smashers Master Class Camp For club players aged 10-16 years.

Thurs 29 Oct 10am-4pm.

Mem £43.20, non-mem £48.

Junior Squash Camp For 8-16 year olds of all levels, with an emphasis on skills and gameplay development. Thurs 29 Oct 1-4pm.

Mem £20.25, Non-mem £22.50.

What’s On Surrey Sports Park Swimming 1:1 Intensive Swim Camps (Stage 1+) Mon 26 - Fri 30 Oct. 30-minute timeslots available between 9-11am (last slot 10.30am) and 1.30-3pm (last slot 2.30pm). £90 per course.

Group Holiday Swim Courses (Stage 4+). £35 per course.

Intensive swim instruction in a group setting with a ratio of 8 swimmers to 1 teacher. Mon 26 – Fri 30 Oct. Starts and Turns (Stage 6+) 9-9.45am. £52.50 per course.

Improvement to Butterfly (Stage 5+) 10.15-10.45am.

Improvement to Breaststroke (Stage 4+) 10.45-11.15am.

1:1 High Performance Club Swimmers Mon 26 – Fri 30 Oct. 30-minute timeslots from 9.45-11.15am (last slot 10.45am) and 1.30-3pm (last slot 2.30pm).

Guildford Spectrum Parkway, Guildford 01483 443322 Xtreme Activate holiday camp for ages 5-12 yrs runs from Mon 26-Fri 30 Oct from 10am-4pm, £24 per day and Xtreme Activate Xtra is from 8.30am-6pm and is £33 per day.

Roller Skating Fun Tues 27 Oct 1.15-3.15pm or 3.305.30pm, all ages, £10.30 per session.

Badminton Mon 26 Oct 2-4pm for 8-14 yrs, £10 per day.

Archery Tues 27 Oct 9.30-11.30am for 8-14 yrs, £15.20.

Junior Fast Track Fitness Course Mon 26 - Fri 30 Oct 10-11am for 12-15 yrs. £33.50.

Star Track Athletics Wed 28, Thurs 29 Oct and Fri 30 Oct 10am-3.30pm for 8-14 yrs, 1 day £30, 2 days £40, 3 days £50.

Soccer Skills (in association with Chelsea F.C.); 3 day soccer school - outdoors (6 14 yrs) Mon 26, Tues 27 & Wed 28 Oct, 9.30am-3pm, £51.

3 half day Mini Kickers course – indoors (6 - 14 yrs), Mon 26, Tues 27 & Wed 28, 9.30am-12pm, £30.

Ice Skating 5 Day Courses For ages 5-10 years, £50.

Mon 26 - Fri 30 Oct 10.30-11am, 11-11.30am or 11.30am-12pm.

Learn to Dive courses Mon 26 - Fri 30 Oct: Flip n Fun, 9-9.45am, 5yrs+, £36.75.

Flip n Fun, 9.45-10.30am, 5yrs+, £36.75.

Learn to Swim Courses Mon 26 Oct - Fri 30 Oct: 9.30am, 10am or 10.30am, Stage 1 & 2 and 3A, 4 yrs+, £49.75.

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What’s On Children’s Theatre CHESSINGTON GARDEN CENTRE Leatherhead Road, Chessington 01372 725638 Halloween Circus Sat 17 Oct 11am & 2pm, Sun 18 Oct 1pm & 3.30pm, Sat 24 Oct 11am & 2pm, Sun 25 Oct - Fri 30 Oct 1pm & 3.30pm, Sat 31 Oct 11am & 2pm, Sun 1 Nov 1pm & 3.30pm. Roll up, roll up, introducing for the first time at Chessington Garden Centre, Cirque Normandie’s horrifyingly good Halloween Circus. Hosted in a striking Halloween themed, cobweb covered, pumpkin filled Big Top which has been taken over by a group of scary ghosts, this unique show will follow the enchanting story of the ‘Sweet & Sour’ Fairy while providing all the thrills and skills of the circus. £7 or £25 for four.

CRANLEIGH ARTS CENTRE High St, 01483 278000 My Pet Monster and Me Sat 24 Oct 11.30am & 2.30pm. A big-hearted tale of true friendship; told with magical songs, enchanting music and exquisite puppetry. For ages 3 - 7 and their grown-ups. £8.

DORKING HALLS Reigate Road, Dorking 01306 881717 The Basil Brush Show Sat 17 Oct 11am & 2.30pm. Adult £15.50, child £13.50, Family (2A + 2C) £48.

THE ELECTRIC THEATRE Guildford 01483 444789 Sid’s Show Mon 26 Oct 11am & 3pm. Join Sid from CBeebies live on stage in a fantastic fun-filled adventure that’ll knock your socks off! Sid is setting out on a heroic quest to find out where in the world his favourite socks and shoes have got to - share in the adventure at the bottom of the sea, deep in the jungle or floating in outer space, you’ll meet some funny characters along the way. An interactive experience crammed with games, songs, poems and magic. Perfect for families with children aged 3+. £8.50.

Chicken Licken Fri 30 Oct. Summerhall has a treat in store for family audiences with a lively and witty adaptation of classic barnyard tales. A baby chick is born and thinks the sky is falling down.

On the way to tell the King, she meets Henny Penny, Ducky Lucky & Turkey Lurkey, but there’s a shocking surprise! Chicken Licken grows up to be the Little Red Hen and asks her

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friends to help her make bread, but no one wants to play! Mixed into this recipe of food, puppets and music is the story of Little Red Hen and the sly Foxy Loxy. For ages 2 years+.

G LIVE London Rd, Guildford 0844 7701797 Dick Vs Dom Sat 5 Sept 2.30pm. £16, Family Offer: £50 (2A+2C or 1A+3C)+ £2 per ticket booking fee, capped at six per order.

Comedy Club 4 Kids Sat 19 Sept and Sat 24 Oct 3pm. For ages 6-11 years and their grown ups.

In the G Live Studio. £10 or family (2+2) £31 + booking fee.

The Hollywood Special Effects Show Fri 2 Oct 7pm. Get closer to the action than ever before as this interactive and explosive family show takes you behind the scenes of your favourite films to discover the science and secrets of creating movie magic. £16.50, Under 16s save £2, Family (of 4) £54 + £2 per ticket booking fee, capped at 6 per order.

Steve Backshall Wild World Show Fri 30 Oct 7.30pm. Wildlife TV Presenter, Adventurer, naturalist and writer Steve Backshall takes us on a tour of the real life expeditions that have inspired his novels The Falcon Chronicles. Suitable for wildlife enthusiasts of all ages from 8+. The content might be challenging for very young children. £19.50 + £2 per ticket booking fee (under 16s save £3).

The Elves and the Shoemaker Sat 31 Oct 11am & 2.30pm. With a beautifully crafted set and puppets, the sublime music, kaleidoscope of miniature shoes and a comic mouse make this show a magical must-see.

For ages 4-7. In the Bellerby Studio.

Adult £10, child £8 + 50p per ticket booking fee.

Rosie’s Magic Horse Mon 26 Oct 2.30pm. £6.50. A heartwarming tale of aspiration, friendship and a little mischief. For ages 3+. From 1-2pm there is a Magical Boxes Workshop. In Rosie’s Magic Horse, Rosie keeps her lolly sticks in a special magical box.

Decorate your very own box to take with you into the performance. For ages 3+ with an adult. £2.50 per child, parents free. Please book.

Dinosaur Detectives Thurs 29 Oct 2.30pm. £6.50. The ‘Dinosaur Detectives’ use Rod Peppa Pig’s Surprise Wed 4 - Thurs 5 Nov. On Wed 1pm & Puppets, shadow play and children’s toys to show the fascination, fun and 4pm, on Thurs 10am & 1pm. Peppa Pig, George and their friends are back the conflict that surrounds the first finds of Ancient Bones. For ages 5+. in Guildford with a brand new live stage show! It’s a lovely day and Peppa 2.30pm. Dino Hats Workshop from 1-2pm - decorate a baseball cap to is playing outside with her friends. transform into a dinosaur to wear to Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig have got the show. For ages 5+ with an adult. a surprise for her and George – they £3 per child, parents free. Please book. can’t guess what it is, can you? Enjoy fun, games and of course, surprises YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE in this charming, colourful new show Guildford 01483 440000 with new songs and new life size Rosie’s Magic Horse puppets. The perfect theatre show Sat 3 Oct 11am & 2pm. A heartfor all pre-schoolers! Adult £15/£17, warming tale based on the book Under 16s £13/£15, Family (4 top

by Russell Hoban and illustrated by priced tickets): £60 + £2 per ticket Quentin Blake. For ages 3-8. In the booking fee (capped at 6 per order).

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Guildford Shakespeare Company www.guildford-shakespeare-company.co.uk Alice in Wonderland 19 Oct - 7 Nov at 6.30pm, 7.30pm, 8.30pm and a relaxed performance 2 Nov 6.30pm. This is a promenade performance, visiting different venues, starting at St Mary’s Church, Quarry Street, Guildford. Adult £25, under 16s £16.50, family (2A+2C) £80.

THE LEATHERHEAD THEATRE 7 Church St, Leatherhead 01372 365141 The Chris and Pui Show Sat 19 Sept 11am & 2pm. Adult £12, child £10, family (2A+2C) £40 + a website transaction fee of £1.

THE NEW VICTORIA THEATRE Woking 0844 871 7645 Milkshake! Live ‘Party Party’ Sun 6 Sept 1pm. This new show features lots of Milkshake! friends and two Milkshake! presenters. £15.90 + £2.85 transaction fee.

Hello Kitty Thurs 22 Oct 4.30pm. Dance, sing and join in the fun with Kitty and her friends in this live show! £20.90 £27.90 + £2.85 transaction fee.

PRINCES HALL Princes Way, Aldershot 01252 329 155 Moscow Ballet - Sleeping Beauty Sun 18 Oct 3pm. £24.50, concs. £23.50.

All Star Super Slam Wrestling Thurs 29 Oct 7.30pm. Adult £15, concs £10, family (4) £45.

THE WEST END CENTRE Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 Indefinite Articles: Pinocchio Sat 5 Sept 2.30pm. £6.50. With puppetry, shadows, illusion and original music, Pinocchio is carved on stage. For ages 4+.

Nearly New Sales Dorking NCT Nearly New Sale Sat 19 Sep 10.15am-12pm (10am for NCT members). North Holmwood Village Hall, Spook Hill, North Holmwood, Dorking RH5 4JP. Farnham, Aldershot & District NCT Nearly New Sale Sat 19 Sept 1.30-3pm (1.15pm with valid NCT membership card) at Connaught Leisure Centre (Connaught School Sports Hall), Tongham Rd, Aldershot GU12 4AS. Godalming & Cranleigh NCT Nearly New Sale Sat 17 Oct at Rodborough College, Rake Lane, Milford 11am-1pm. sale@godalmingnct.org.uk Guildford NCT Nearly New Sale A Clothes and Equipment Sale at St Joseph’s Church, 12 Eastgate Gardens, Guildford GU1 4AZ on 3 Oct 11am-12.30pm (NCT members admitted at the head of the queue). nnsguildford@yahoo.co.uk.

Haslemere & Midhurst NCT Nearly New Sale Sun 20 Sept 10.30am-12pm at Haslemere Hall, Bridge Rd, Haslemere.

Hants North East NCT Nearly New Sale Table top sale on Sat 17 Oct 10.15am-11.30am (10am for NCT members) at Court Moor School, Spring Woods, Fleet, GU52 7RY. Woking NCT Nearly New Sale Sat 31 Oct 10.30am-12pm at Salvation Army Hall, Sythwood, Goldsworth Park, Woking, GU21 3BE. NNS.Woking@nct.org.uk.

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