Families Surrey West Nov-Dec 2010 by Families Magazine

The really useful magazine for families with children aged 0-12

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Where to see Santa!

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What’s On at Christmas Returning to Work Win theatre tickets and £250 of Hamleys vouchers!

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What’s in this issue I just love the lead up to Christmas and we have so many activities and events listed in this issue to make Christmas really special - from fantastic grottos to see Santa himself to lovely craft workshops, great children’s theatre and amazing local entertainment. Check out the artificial ice rink in Cranleigh or how about giving Postman Pat your letter to deliver to Santa you can in Farnborough! We have some amazing competitions - you can win theatre and panto tickets and £250 of Hamleys vouchers! We haven’t been able to include everything in the magazine so log onto www.FamiliesSurreyWest.co.uk/ WhatsOn to see more listings, including what’s on in London. We also don’t have space to list all the local church services, but most churches have their own websites which will list their Christmas services. Happy Christmas from Families Surrey West!

Sarah Hatch, Editor

Next issue: January/February 2011 Advertising booking deadline: 1 December 2010 If you would like to reach over 26,000 local families call Sarah on 01737 558898 or email editor@familiessurreywest.co.uk Families Surrey West, PO Box 2910 Coulsdon, Surrey CR5 3WP

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News and Views Where to See Santa Baby Play - what babies really need Christmas Gift ideas Competitions Returning to Work What’s On

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and families 21 NCT Nearly New Sales, Holiday Sports Courses, Farmers’ Markets and Christmas Light Switch Ons. 22 Christmas Fairs

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Busy Lizzie’s Music Makers launches in Send Busy Lizzie’s Music Maker’s are new music and movement classes that have just opened up in Send, Woking. Classes cater for children aged 9 months to 9 years. In these classes, children will learn to sing, read and write music, use a range of instruments and move to music using props. The aim of Busy Lizzie’s Music Makers is to give children a good introduction to musicianship and prepare them for when they go on to learn an instrument or attend singing lessons. The ethos of the classes is influenced by music theorists such as Dalcroze and Kodaly. Dalcroze liked to feel the music through the body using apparatus such as balls and scarves. Kodaly emphasis the use of the voice, through singing games and using hand signs. As well as learning how to read and respond to music, children will have opportunities to develop skills in communicating, social, listening and concentration. For more information please see: http://busylizziesmusicmakers. webs.com/ 07985 299686

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Late autumn/pre-winter is a good time of year to either start or keep composting as there’s a great deal of material collected from your pre-winter garden clean-up which could be thrown into the compost bin and left to compost throughout the colder months, ready for the spring bloom. Leaves, prunings, dead plants and flowers are great additions to the compost bin, producing valuable and nutrient rich food for your garden, for free. Falling leaves can become a nuisance, especially if you’re constantly raking them off the lawn but get the kids involved and get composting. Throughout autumn, the Surrey Waste Partnership is offering home composting bins at great prices, starting from £14 (RRP £39). Making compost is simple; family waste such as empty cereal packets and egg boxes; fruit scraps and vegetable peelings; tea bags and coffee grounds, are in fact great ingredients to make compost. Mix this in with garden waste and you have the perfect recipe. To buy a bin or to dig up more advice on how to turn your garden waste and table scraps into compost, visit www.surreycc.gov.uk/ getcomposting or call 0844 5714444.

New Mad Academy Classes News just in! Sarah Cox who runs Mad Academy classes has just told us she is introducing some more classes. There are new classes for Walkers - 4 yr olds on Monday at Merrow Village Hall, Epsom Road, Guildford at 10.45am and on Thursday at The Masonic Hall, Ockford Road, Godalming at 9.45am. This is because all the classes on these days were full, so if you are interested please call Sarah on 01252 790220 to book your free trial. Mad Academy offer high energy, free spirited music and dance classes for babies and children.

Support for parents of children with eating disorders National charity Care for the Family has launched the first UK telephone befriending service for parents of children with an eating disorder. The new service will be the first to offer parents one-to-one, ongoing support from trained ‘befrienders’ who have themselves been through the experience of watching their own child struggle with an eating disorder. To arrange to speak to a befriender call 029 2081 0800 or email eatingdisorders@ cff.org.uk. For further info on eating disorders visit www.careforthefamily.org.uk/supportnet.

theatremonkeys launches Saturday School From January 2011, theatremonkeys are extending their popular theatre classes to include a Saturday school. theatremonkeys is a lively theatre school in Haslemere for ages 4-16 years offering classes in musical theatre, theatre dance, street dance and acting. They also run holiday workshops and offer LAMDA exam tuition. Come along for a free trial class! Call 0845 388 9789 or visit www.theatremonkeys.co.uk.

Help for families handling separation

Are you completely exhausted? Does your baby need settling at night? Do you need help with sleep training? Get yourself a good night’s sleep! Call on our experienced team of Night Nannies. Tel: 07800 843618 www.nightnannies.com louise@nightnannies.com

The NSPCC is offering tips to families on handling parental separation and divorce and is reminding people that support is available 24/7, 365 days a year. The NSPCC Helpline is a free, confidential service. NSPCC parenting advisor, Eileen Hayes, says: “Research suggests that an ongoing relationship with both parents is best for a child, it’s not so much about the structure of the family but the quality of relationships within it. Children can do well in all sorts of different family situations.” More helpful tips and advice can be found at www.nspcc.org.uk/helpandadvice. You can also contact the NSPCC Helpline on 0808 800 5000 to discuss anything you need to about a child or email help@nspcc.org.uk Also, Farnham Castle is set to host the Starting Over Road Show, designed to offer guidance and support to people going through a divorce or breakup. There are exhibitors giving free support and advice on everything from wills to financial planning, parenting and wellbeing. The Show is on Thursday 11 November from 5.30-8.30pm. www.startingovershow.co.uk

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News and Views USE UP TURKEY LEFTOVERS The Surrey Waste Partnership have set up the Love Food Surrey campaign to encourage us all to reduce food waste - not only will it help the environment, but you could save up to £50 on your monthly food bill by using up leftovers and not throwing so much away. Here are a couple of easy recipes to help use up all that Christmas turkey!

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The Richard Onslow in Cranleigh is launching Cinema Sundays – the last Sunday of every month now kicks off with a 9.30am Kids Club where kids can enjoy a brilliant blockbuster while their parents relax and read the papers over a hearty breakfast. There are also ‘Meal and a movie’ Sunday nights for the adults. On 28 Nov the Kids Club is showing The Lion King and on 19 Dec it’s the Polar Express. Reservations are recommended for the movie nights. Please call 01483 274922 for information.

Don’t forget the Bump, Birth & Baby Fair on Sun 7 Nov at the University of Surrey from 11am-4pm where there will be lots of fantastic stall holders offering you a great choice of companies, all of which specialise in pregnancy, birth or babies, plus FREE talks, demos, raffle prizes and taster sessions. www.bumpbirthandbaby.co.uk/fair.html

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Where to See Santa

Please come and see me and tell me what you want for Christmas - this is where I’ll be! Enjoy a great day out at Bocketts Farm this Winter!

• Lots of friendly farm animals, inside and out • Animal Handling, Pig Racing, Tractor Rides and Pony Rides every day • 2 Huge indoor play barns with trampolines, jumping pillow & triple slide tower

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Aldershot 01252 315315 Santa will be in his Grotto on Sat 20 Nov and then every weekend until Christmas, as well as from Mon 20-Fri 24 Dec. 11am-4pm (11am-2pm on 24 Dec). Free, no booking is necessary.

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Portsmouth Rd, Cobham KT11 1JE 01932 584284 (Mon-Fri 10-4pm). Visit Father Christmas and the elves in the unique 18th Century crystal grotto at Painshill Park. Enjoy a relaxing 20 minute walk through the landscape to the Christmas Wishing Tent on Grotto Island. Children booked to visit Santa can have fun with an activity gift and everyone can relax and purchase seasonal refreshments. The elves then guide you into the magical crystal Grotto where the children can meet Father Christmas and receive a gift. Child £8.50, Adult £7. Booking essential. Available on Sat 4 Dec, Sun 5 Dec, Sat 11 - Fri 24 Dec.

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Where to See Santa and 21 Dec from 4.30-5.30pm and booking is essential for these. £10 per child. Children have tea, and Santa tells stories, and visits each child individually and each child receives a gift. Breakfast with Santa on Sat 11 and Sat 18 Dec from 9-10am, and Sun 12 and Sun 19 Dec from 9.3010.30am. Booking essential. £9.

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London Rd, Dorking 01306 876616 Take the indoor train and visit Santa in his cellar grotto ‘Gingerbread’ house. £6 per child inc. 2 accompanying adults. Throughout Dec daily (up to and including 24 Dec) from 10am. Booking advisable.

St Martins Walk Shopping Centre Dorking 01306 742899 Visit Santa in his grotto at the following times: Sat 4 Dec 11am-5pm, Thurs 9 Dec (Gala Night) 6pm-9pm, Sat 11 Dec 11am-5pm, Sat 18 Dec 11am-5pm, Fri 24 Dec 10am-4pm. £2 per child which includes a gift.

Esher Claremont Landscape Garden

Portsmouth Rd, Esher 01372 467806 Visit Father Christmas on Sat 11 and Sun 12 December, 10.30am-3.30pm. £7.50 per child. Booking essential.

Farnborough Princes Mead Shopping Centre Farnborough 01252 375520 From Sun 28 Nov Santa will be in his free Grotto every weekend until Christmas, as well as Mon 20-Fri 24 Dec from 11am-3.30pm (11am2.30pm on 24 Dec). Santa will have a half hour break at about 1pm. Children receive a free gift. No booking needed.

Farnham Rural Life Centre

Reeds Rd, Tilford 01252 795571 Santa Specials run on Sat 11, Sun 12, Sat 18 & Sun 19 Dec from 11am-5pm. Visit the gnomes’ workshop, see the animals and of course ride on the light railway and meet Santa in his grotto and receive a present. Child £10.50, Adult £6.50 which includes a mince pie (or biscuits), and a drink. Booking essential.

Elphicks Department Store

West St, Farnham 01252 716222 Father Christmas will be in his Grotto on Sat 4, 11 & 18 Dec, 10am-4pm. Visit Santa and receive a special Playmobil toy. £3.50. No booking necessary.

Birdworld

Holt Pound, Farnham 01420 22992 Santa will be at Birdworld on many dates throughout Dec. Booking essential. Please call for details.

Museum of Farnham

38 West St, Farnham 01252 715094 11am-3pm. £3.50 per child. Visit the Snow Queen with her fairies and body guards in the Christmas grotto and receive a gift on Sat 11 or Sat 18 December! Try some festive crafts and follow a trail of clues around the Museum, refreshments are included. No booking needed.

Squires Garden Centre

Badshot Lea Road, Farnham Meet Santa when he arrives in his vintage fire engine on Sat 20 Nov at 11am. There’ll be a grand arrival every Sat until Christmas. The Grotto is open from 20 Nov on Thursdays from 2-6pm, Fridays 2-4pm, Saturdays and Sundays 11am-4pm. The Grotto is free with donations going to Treleoar’s School and College. Santa’s grand departure will be at 3pm on Christmas Eve. No booking needed for the Grotto. Also available are Teas with Santa every Sat in December at 4.30pm. Booking essential on 01252 339307. £5.95. There will be a visiting farm on 20 Nov from 10am-4pm.

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Portsmouth Rd, Milford 01483 520500 Santa will be in his Grotto from Sat 27 November and then every weekend until Christmas, as well as Mon 20Wed 22 December. 11am-3pm. There will be a small charge and children will receive a gift - all proceeds go to charity. No booking needed.

Guildford Debenhams

164 Millbrook, Guildford Santa is at Debenhams from 27 Nov-23 Dec. The charge is £3 which includes a gift of an xmas book. £1 of the charge is donated to charity.

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Where to See Santa

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Mytchett Basingstoke Canal Centre

Mytchett 01252 370073 Climb aboard Santa’s boat and take a gentle cruise along the canal to the start of the tinsel trail. After following the trail through the woods your little ones will be welcomed by Father Christmas in his grotto, where they will receive a special gift! Then cruise back to the Centre to visit Santa’s Workshop for Christmas activities, warm drinks & mince pies for all! Various dates book early, sells out quickly!

Ockham Surrey Wildlife Trust

SPECIALS Departing 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 to 24 December Advance booking only. Call 01962 733810 or clickety click to www.watercressline.co.uk

Sun 19 December 10am-12noon. At Chatley Heath Semaphore Tower, Ockham Common. Follow Father Christmas signs from Boldermere and Pond car parks to tower, approx 20 min walk. £10 per child. Meet Santa, receive a gift, have fun with Christmas crafts, a Christmassy treasure trail and Christmas carols. Hot drinks and mince pies available. Recommended for 4-8yrs. Booking is essential by calling Katy Gower on 01483 795471.

Shamley Green

open daily 9am-6pm from 27 Nov 24 Dec. Visit www.santafir.com for directions and further details.

West Horsley Squires Garden Centre

Epsom Rd, West Horsley 01483 282911 Meet Santa when he arrives in his vintage car on Sat 20 Nov at 11am. The Grotto is then open from 20 November every Saturday and Sunday until Christmas from 11am1pm and 2-4pm. It is free with all donations to Help for Heroes. No booking needed for Grotto. Tea with Santa is available on Sat 4, 11 and 18 Dec at 4.30pm. £5.95. Booking essential for Teas on 01483 284468. There will be a visiting farm on Sat 27 Nov from 10am-4pm.

Wisborough Green Fishers Farm Park

Wisborough Green W Sussex RH14 0EG Santa will be at the park in his Grotto from 18-24 Dec. No booking needed. £7.50 (plus park entry), each child receives a lovely gift. 10am-5pm.

Woking The Lightbox

Haslemere Haslemere Educational Museum

78 High Street, Haslemere 01428 642112 Come and visit Santa as he takes time out before Christmas to relax in his Victorian Parlour. Children receive a gift. Sat 18 Dec, Wed 22 Dec, Thurs 23 Dec from 10.30am-4.30pm and Fri 24 Dec from 10.30am-12.30pm. Mem. £4, Non-mem £5. No need to book.

Leatherhead Bocketts Farm

Young St, Fetcham, Nr. Leatherhead 01372 363764 Visit Father Christmas at Bocketts Farm this December voted by ‘The Guardian’ as one of the top 6 places in the UK to see Santa!

Santa at Bocketts Farm

Children love the trailer ride on the Santa Express to his magical hay barn workshop where each child receives an exciting present. Plus there’s no queuing because you can enjoy the farm while waiting for your allocated time. Santa will be there 2-24 Dec and pre-booking is only necessary for groups of 8 or more children. Only £4.95 per child when you are paying farm entry, and £8.95 for those only wishing to see Santa. The farm is open daily 10am-5.30pm. Santa will be at the farm weekdays from 2-10 Dec from 11.30am-1.45pm and from the 13-24 Dec between 10am-5pm. Weekends from the 4 Dec between 10am-5pm. Also this December, there will be hundreds of Christmas trees and wreaths on sale. Plus, the Old Barn Tearoom will be serving homemade mince pies and mulled wine, and the Gift Shop is open every day stocking a fantastic range of gifts and toys for all ages. You can also see the first set of new born lambs, with 25 expected from early December!

See lambs at Bocketts from early December!

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Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm

Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Meet Santa, his helpful Elf and the magical Snowflake Fairy at The Lightbox winter grotto. Bookable slots on Sat 11 Dec from 11am-1pm and 3-5pm. Come anytime on Sun 12 Dec from 11am-1pm and 3-5pm. £4 per child (admission includes a gift).

Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm

Mizen’s Miniature Railway

Willinghurst Estate, Guildford Road, Shamley Green GU5 0SU 01483 271770 Father Christmas will be at Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm every weekend in December from 10am-4pm. £2.50 per child with all proceeds going to local charities, no booking required and all children get a present. There is also a special Santa letter box where you can post a letter to Father Christmas. The Santa Express, a little engine and trailer ride for younger children runs at weekends in December and is free. Also available are heavy horse and carriage rides on 4, 5, 11 and 12 Dec, £2 per adult and £1 per child and there are no age restrictions. There are lots of fresh home grown Christmas trees to choose from and a fantastic shop for decorations and gifts, so why not get your fresh Christmas tree at the same time as visiting Santa? At the weekend there is complimentary hot berry juice and a must see are the three resident reindeer - Ash, Nog and Brocket. The shop is open daily from 6-26 Nov 10am–4.30pm and Christmas Tree Farm and Shop are

Barrs Lane, Knaphill 0208 890 1978 Santa Specials will run on Sun 5, 12 and 19 December 10.30am-3.30pm. Early booking is recommended for these popular rides on Woking’s miniature railway and must be made in advance, either on the website or by phone. No tickets on the gate.

Wolsey Place Shopping Centre Woking Come to the Christmas scene at Wolsey Place and Father Christmas will be on his throne welcoming children to come and meet him and let him know what they want for Christmas. Every Saturday and Sunday in December before Christmas, 11am–4pm. No fee but donations go to Macmillan Cancer Support.

Squires Garden Centre

Littlewick Road, Horsell Santa arrives in a horse and carriage on Sat 27 Nov at 11am. The Grotto is then open every Sat and Sun 11am-4pm. No booking needed, the grotto is free with donations to charity. Tea with Santa is available on Sat 27 Nov, 4, 11, and 18 Dec at 4.15pm. £5.95. Booking essential for Teas on 01276 858978.

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BGC Christmas Raceday Saturday 18th December 2010

This highlight of the Winter Jumps season features superb Jumps racing, Santa’s grotto and fairground rides. All entertainment is FREE, including a free gift for every child that visits Father Christmas. (Subject to availability)

Tickets from £16 per person, Fine Dining from £85 per person (inc. admission). Under 18s FREE.

To book, call 0870 727 1234 or visit ascot.co.uk

Parenting

Baby Play – what babies really need

By Samantha Hannay

Many parents find themselves worrying about whether they are interacting with their baby in the ‘right way’ and this is not surprising given the intensity of marketing messages and advertising together with a society which can be quite judgemental towards new parents. Some of the common concerns I hear from mums are “I’m worried I’m not playing with my baby enough” or “I don’t know if I’m giving my baby the right amount of stimulation”. How we interact with our babies early on clearly has an impact on their social and emotional development. In their early months, babies learn from us how to regulate their emotions and later on how to respond emotionally to different situations. Much of the research surrounding baby brain development talks about the importance of babies being in an environment filled with positive social interactions and providing appropriate sensory stimulation.

Busy Lizzie’s Music Makers Music and Movement Classes in Send, Woking. 9 months to 9 years Children will learn to: sing, dance, read and write music and use percussion instruments and a range of props to support the learning of musicianship.

Elizabeth Morley BA (HONS) QTS 07985 299686 busylizziesmusicmakers.webs.com Tumble Tots is Britain’s leading physical play programme for children aged 6 months-7 yrs. All classes are designed speciﬁcally for the different age groups. We sing, we roll, we climb, we balance in a safe, fun and Classes in: stimulating environment. It is Godalming, Guildford, the springboard to developing Liphook, Fernhurst and new skills in your child. Shamley Green For more information on classes or parties call Sandra on 01483 417402 or Email: sandra.ﬁshlock@tumbletots.com www.tumbletots.com

Satisfying ‘sensory stimulation’ often falls into the broad spectrum of toys. Toys can obviously provide an element of this and aid physical development, but the big question is what do babies really need from their parents to develop into socially and emotionally secure children? A report by the American Academy of Pediatrics stated “parents are receiving carefully marketed messages that good parents expose their children to every opportunity to excel, buy a plethora of enrichment tools, and ensure their children participate in a wide variety of activities….and have grown to believe that they are a requirement of good parenting and a necessity for appropriate development”. However, social scientists suggest all that babies need is social contact and “the most important aspect of a baby’s development is establishing relationships”. One of the key aspects of my Let’s Talk About…Play & Development workshop is to explore with parents what play actually means and expand our perception of play, thinking about it from the baby’s point of view. Parents often view play in a very adult way with structure and rules and playing with their babies sometimes requires them having to learn how to play again and tap into their own creative resources. Reflecting back on their own childhood memories is a great way to begin accessing an often neglected imagination!

We also look at what gets in the way of play and not surprisingly we hear things like tiredness, housework, every-day routine activities (like feeding and bath time), lack of creativity and ideas. However, by revisiting the needs of babies – their need for social interaction - parents start to see that even emptying the dishwasher, putting a load www.boxgrovechildrenscentre.co.uk of washing on, changing the baby’s nappy, can be Our Centre is based at Boxgrove Primary School, Merrow and a ‘game’ because they are with the baby. These we host various different sessions across our centre area which everyday activities can include: Merrow, Boxgrove and Burpham, also Ripley, Clandon actually count as play time and Horsley. because they are socially interacting with the baby, All activities are FREE (or heavily subsidised) to families with talking with them, or singing, children 0-5 years, within our map area. making eye contact and Please check out the website for our varied and fun activities for facial expressions.

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One mum expressed a great worry about not having

time to play with her baby enough because she was working. She then shared her experience of bath time the previous evening and how her son seemed to enjoy having water squirted on him and they had a great time giggling together. However, the mother had not built bath time into her own perception of what play could be but once she encompassed this she experienced an incredible relief of guilt that was previously causing her a lot of stress. Parents can get an enormous sense of relief when they begin to think about play differently and consider play from the baby’s perspective. One mum reflected “I can still do the washing and hoovering without waiting for the baby to be asleep or feeling guilty that I’m doing these things and not ‘playing’ with my son because he’s with me and we’re chatting all the while.”

Heuristic play Parents can struggle with their own lack of imagination or creativity so it’s understandable that we become prime targets for the toy industry – in 2008, we spent £53 million on toys! The current economic climate can be the perfect excuse to challenge your creative resources. As adults, we can get stuck in the thinking that we can’t make anything until our baby is old enough to participate in the making – or that it certainly wouldn’t be fun to make anything on our own. It can actually prove very therapeutic and satisfying. I suggest mums have a creative day and instead of simply meeting up for coffee, agree to bring some crafty things and make something together – and you don’t have to think up the ideas yourself, there are loads of resources on the internet. You can make a vast array of toys at home which can be just as effective and stimulating for your baby for a fraction of the price – and it’s a lot more fun! (Always make sure home-made toys are safe for your baby – is it something for them to look at or is the toy for holding and will it go in their mouth?). Another opportunity where parents can stimulate all their baby’s senses is through the use of heuristic play – filling a treasure basket with every day objects from around the house. It costs nothing but can create a rich learning experience for babies who will be discovering their world through sounds, smell, touching different textures and seeing colour. So rather than getting hung up on what’s the best toy to build intelligence or worrying whether they are putting their child at a disadvantage by not being able to afford the time or money to take their babies to various classes, parents could take on a more empowering message from baby expert Penelope Leach who says “often social play is the only thing the baby wants” – and this is what we can all afford to give our children. Samantha is a trained coach and qualified postnatal leader. As well as delivering courses for the NCT, Samantha specialises in one-to-one coaching and parent-focused workshops such as The Early Days of Motherhood; Becoming a Father; Play & Development; Weaning; Returning to Work; Positive Behaviour and other key aspects of parenthood. For more information email Sam on pnl.hannay@yahoo.co.uk, call 01428 606886 or find her on www.bbbsurrey.co.uk. Forthcoming Play & Development workshops are on Wed 17 Nov and Wed 9 Feb. Sam will also be talking at the Bump, Birth & Baby Fair in Guildford on Sun 7 Nov addressing the concerns of returning to work and weaning (see www.bbbsurrey.co.uk for details).

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by Holly Wadsworth-Hill

The nights have drawn in, there’s a magical feel to the chill in the air and there’s more than one kind of wrapping-up on everyone’s mind. It can only mean one thing... Christmas is on its way! Whether that fills you with ho, ho, ho’s or Scrooge-like groans, we hope this fun-filled guide to all things festive, will help make this year a Christmas to remember...

Baby’s first Christmas

Top 10 Toys for Christmas 2010!

Latest additions may be slightly oblivious to the seasonal chaos but you’ll remember their first Christmas forever and will be keen to make it extra special. Nothing says ‘I love you’ like a keepsake or something they can cherish for years to come.

We know a thing or two about toys but if you want guaranteed smiles or favourite aunt/uncle status, you can’t go wrong tracking down something from this list. Be warned though, these toys are set to fly from the shelves quicker than Santa’s sleigh, so don’t miss out! Your comprehensive list of this year’s most-wanted:

My First Dolly £19 My First Dolly will be loved by all. She is so squeezably soft that little arms will adore snuggling up to her. Dressed beautifully, she has wild hair that little hands will love to touch and tug!

Toy Story 3 Buzz Lightyear Action Figure £55

Dr Who Sonic Screwdriver £19 Ben 10 Ultimate Alien Disc Ultimatrix £23

Alphabet Blocks £17

Painted with bright colours, clear letters and imaginative illustrations these wooden blocks can help little children when learning letters, colours and much more besides.

Monopoly Revolutions Board Game £38

T is for trouble and toddlers!

VTech Kidizoom Video Camera £75

Busy little hands are into all things naughty as well as nice, so classic toys should be at the top of the list. The educational benefits and development of imagination and play skills from these toys are extensive but cleverly masked behind the colour, fun and excitement that toddlers crave.

Armouron Action Set £30

Teaching Clock £14 Hamleys colourful Fun to Learn Teaching Clock helps teach time, number and letter recognition, as well as developing motor and problem solving skills through play (made from fsc wood).

Barbie Video Girl £75

VTech Storio Animated Phonics Book £75

Wooden London Bus £32.50 Kung Zhu Hamsters

The wheels on the bus go round and round! The top of this traditional big red bus opens to reveal 24 little wooden passengers and one cheerful driver. Great for developing hand to eye co-ordination (made from fsc wood).

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Boys of all ages need to be kept busy and love fun and games that they can really get stuck into. If he can burn off some energy, create mess and make some noise, he’ll be in his element!

Sugar and spice and all things nice, most of the time anyway! Creativity is a girl’s best friend; indulge her imagination with everything from dressing-up costumes, role-play sets and arts and crafts.

My Ballerina Doll £12 Wooden Garage £65 This brightly coloured garage has three levels, multi-storey graphics and realistic features throughout. There are loads of games and adventures to be had with this traditional role-play Garage.

Jet Plane Set £55 The Playmobil Jet Plane Set is great for developing thinking processes and encouraging creative play. This exciting Playmobil play set is a hit with boys and girls alike.

My Little Ballerina Doll is so pretty, soft and cuddly, she’s perfect for hugs! From the Sweet Peas collection, this doll is great for encouraging imagination and nurturing role-play skills.

Dolly Tea Set £10 Time for tea anyone? This enchanting Hamleys tea set comes in a cute carry case, so it's perfect for taking to friends houses and keeps everything safe and tidy when little ones aren't busy entertaining.

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King Arthurs Castle £65

Big Jigs Cooker £65

This lovely wooden castle comes complete with battlements, drop down drawbridge and there is even a dungeon to lock up any captured enemy.

This beautiful cooker is bright yellow and red, and comes with four hotplates, a multitude of dials and a two shelf oven.

Big Jigs Train Set £18

Trinket Boxes £7.99

This fun figure of eight Big Jigs train set contains 43 pieces and comes complete with track, train and a village scene.

Little girls will love to keep all their precious jewellery in this colourful wooden trinket box. Necklaces & bracelets are also available.

Tea for Two £10 Wooden Tool Box £16.99

This lovely colourful tea for two set comes complete with all you need for a tea party with teddy!

Fun construction toy with a hammer, spanner, screwdriver, Nuts & Bolts and wooden nails that really work! Converts to a workbench Big Jigs Sink £64 when turned upside down.

This sturdy sink unit comes complete with taps, basin and decorated cupboard to store all those little items that a clean and tidy kitchen needs.

Soldier Skittles £16.99 Brightly coloured wooden skittles to keep your little soldier entertained for hours! Each pack contains 10 skittles (19cm in height) and 2 balls.

Building Block Plane £7.99

Noah’s Ark £14.99

This colourful sturdy aeroplane is Traditional Wooden Noah's made up of building blocks so it allows Ark. The ark contains Mr your child to take the blocks off and and Mrs Noah and 7 pairs then build the aeroplane back up again. of chunky wooden animals. Gift Giving Tree

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Peacocks Shopping Centre is once Giving a charity gift really is a very special way to teach children about again supporting the Salvation Army’s the issues that matter and is certain to last well after the decorations Gift Giving Tree. If you would like to give a are taken down. At www.sendacowgifts.org.uk there are a huge gift to someone less fortunate than you, just variety of gifts to choose from. A chicken is just £6. They are take a tag from the tree on the Town Mall easy to look after for orphans but also provide vital eggs to diets level of the centre which will be marked and droppings for growing. Visit www.sendacowgifts.org.uk with the age and gender of a recipient, buy to choose your presents and don’t forget to tick the box after the a gift and place it under the tree. check out for your chance to win a picture signed by Nick Park. The tree will be in place from Thursday 18 November.

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We love finding unique products at Families Surrey West. Take a look at these personalised pictures, created by Jon Scurrah, at www.namephrame. co.uk. Jon set up Namephrame after being inspired when decorating his son’s nursery. “I wondered what things on a beach would look like if I could find the elements of my son’s name. After that, Namephrame was born!” A 60cm x 20cm name print and mount is £22.49 and a framed print and mount is £59.99. Also available are personalised door plaques in a choice of themes (£12.49) and mini prints from £5.49. There are Namephrame Christmas Cards which are £14.99 for a pack of 10. All prices include delivery. Jon will be at Ripley Primary School’s Pamper and Christmas Shopping Evening on 12 Nov see page 22 for details of this event. You can also see Jon’s work at www.namephrame.co.uk 0113 815 0677

At Firing Earth adults and children can create lovely personalised gifts in ceramic, silk or canvas. If it’s your baby’s first Christmas, why not capture those little hands & feet on a gift for family? If you’d like to paint something yourself it is advisable to book in advance. Mandy, who owns Firing Earth says “we also take commissions for personal ceramic painted gifts. And we have a new range of gifts for Christmas - beautiful hand made and painted ceramic jewellery, a new range of felt products - bags, purses, brooches and more, and we have painted ceramic mugs, Christmas plates plus our unique handpainted ceramic tree decorations and hanging hearts. We also have handpainted watercolour and silk cards and we run children’s workshops where they can make their own silk Christmas cards”. Firing Earth is at 82, Smithbrook Kilns, Cranleigh GU6 8JJ 01483 268788 www.firingearth.co.uk.

Made By Me, an innovative children’s stationery range Encourage creativity this Christmas by giving Made By Me, a gorgeous children’s stationery range from Boxhouse Publishing. As well as loads of fab features that little ones will love including colourful designs and fun page layouts, the kits include snazzy sticker sheets and glue dots which means that all the creativity is mess-free! The range includes: My Year Children’s Calendar £10.99 Getting youngsters to organise themselves is child’s play with this fabulous 12-month calendar. It comes with loads of illustrative stickers to customise the colourful page layouts as well as stacks of fun reminder stickers and as it’s perennial, it can be bought and started at any point in the year. Original Card Kit £9.99. Perfect for budding artists, this mix and match kit contains all children need to make hand-made cards without the messiness of glue and paint. Four fun themes include garden, countryside, circus and seaside, it is presented in a beautiful keep-sake box. Original Stationery Set £6.99 Just the ticket to encourage children to write those Christmas thank you notes, this stylish children’s stationery set includes writing paper, notelets, envelopes and picture stickers based on four fun themes and comes in a stylish box that can be used again. The Made By Me range is available from Boxhouse Publishing www.boxhousepublishing.com or by calling 0845 644 7507.

www.ReadingChest.co.uk For a unique and worthwhile present this Christmas, a Reading Chest Gift Voucher is perfect for all young children who are learning to read. A gift voucher costs from £25 for a 3 month membership to Reading Chest, the book rental service for 4 to 9 year olds. Children will then enjoy receiving their own deliveries of wonderful reading books, perfectly suited to their ability. Imagine how exciting it is when your favourite little person receives their very own post! The gift voucher package also includes a book to keep forever, a book bag, a reward chart and stickers. Reading Chest is great for all sorts of children – speedy readers who race through their school books, or reluctant readers who might need more inspiring books, not to mention pre-school children who can’t wait to get started on their reading journey. Go to www.readingchest.co.uk to find out more.

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Colour Change Cuddlemat Colour-changing bath mat from Cuddledry will never fail to keep kids entertained while you dry them off. Neon pink or yellow funky footprints appear like magic when hot little feet fresh from the bath land on this supersoft mat. The mat is made with 100% natural, absorbent cotton, is machine washable and is available in deep lilac or aqua. £14.99 from www.cuddledry.com

Pamper Hampers Mum of two Bev Smart from Farnham has recently launched Pamper Hampers selling luxury designed and handmade Pamper Hampers, Mums To Be and Baby Hampers. You can either choose one of the many hampers Bev has created or you can create your own. They have also created children’s activity bags for either ages 3-5 yrs or 6 yrs+ which make ideal presents. www.pamperhampers2010.co.uk

Tiny Touches Jewellery Tiny Touches Jewellery offer a range of beautiful personalised items, creating unique pieces of jewellery that capture your child's fingerprint in fine silver. The process uses pure silver, but in a clay form, gently taking an impression of the child's fingerprint and creating Charms for Bracelets and Necklaces, as well as Dog tags, Key fobs and Cufflinks. All items are handcrafted and can be personalised with names and short messages, thus giving you an individual item at a realistic price. To make an appointment simply call to book a date. You can visit the jeweller in her home workplace, or if you get a group of friends together you can have items created in the comfort of your own home. Delivery time is approx 2 weeks. Tiny Touches Jewellery will also visit toddler groups, school fairs etc, just call to find out more. 0781 8047177 or 01252 331884 www.tinytouchesjewellery.co.uk

Moonboat Stella Treanor is a mum of two from Surrey. Her company Moonboat. co.uk specialises in personalised limited edition name pictures and single letter prints for children. Stella says “It’s been such an enjoyable experience drawing all the characters, each one has its own personality”. All prints are from Stella’s hand drawn originals and will add a unique and beautiful finishing touch to any child’s room. For more information visit www.moonboat.co.uk or call 0208 123 7499

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To enter log on to www.FamiliesSurreyWest. co.uk/competitions. Vouchers can be used online at www.hamleys.com or in one of their UK stores. Closing date for the competition is 8th December. See online for full Terms and Conditions.

Win tickets to See Snow White Win a family ticket to see Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking. All you have to do to enter is visit www.FamiliesSurreyWest. co.uk/competitions and you will find the online entry form. The family ticket will be 4 tickets, with a max of 2 adults and will be valid for Monday 13 December at 7pm. Closing date for entries is Monday 22 November 2010.

Haslemere Carole Coulson-Gilmer 01428 642863

0800 854 714 Developing independent learners

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Fees vary. Please refer to your local study centre.

Win Family tickets to Spectrum’s Pantomime, Aladdin on Ice! Guildford Spectrum is teaming up with Families Surrey West to offer a family ticket (for 4 people) to the first night of their popular ice pantomime on Friday 11th December at 6pm. There will also be two runners-up prizes of a pair of tickets to the show. Running from 10-12 December and sponsored by Tunsgate Square Shopping Centre again this year, the pantomime has become a firm festive favourite with local families. It features a huge cast of local skaters, and is a great opportunity to see some of the extraordinary skating talent in the region including some of our future national and international British hopefuls. With popular music and colourful costumes, all taking place on an Olympic sized ‘ice stage’, Aladdin really is a Christmas treat not to be missed. For further details about prices, concessions and booking contact Spectrum box office on 01483 443333 or go online www.guildfordspectrum.co.uk. To enter the competition go to www.FamiliesSureyWest.co.uk/competitions and you will find the online entry form. Closing date: Fri 26th November 2010.

Ask for Organised Mum this Christmas Choose from our great range of 2011 calendars, diaries and home stationery designed especially for busy women.

Great for presents! Diary covers, stands and new 2011 diary gift packages

Log on to www.organisedmum.co.uk to see the full range of products or phone 0845 644 7505

Win tickets to The Very Noisy Night Win tickets to Grayshott Children’s Theatre’s enchanting Christmas show, an adaptation of Diana Hendry’s charming book The Very Noisy Night. Simply design a Christmas card using as many colours and sparkles as you can. The winning entry will be judged by TheReadingChest.co.uk and the winner will win two tickets to the show on 18 December, plus a copy of The Very Snowy Christmas and a Melissa and Doug colouring book from The Toy Box in Godalming. All entries will be displayed in the Grayshott Children’s Theatre Christmas window in Grayshott village. Write your name, age and telephone number on the back of your entry and send it to: Reading Chest, PO Box 756, Godalming, Surrey GU7 9EG. Entries must be received by Tues 30 Nov 2010. The judges decision is final. Open to all ages, but the show is aimed at 3-7 year olds.

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Returning to Work Topping up skills and retraining Guildford College

How can I get a job if I don’t believe in myself?

Back to work mums can choose from dozens of courses at Guildford College that could open the door to a new career while still leaving them precious time with their children.

Self belief can sometimes fall away during parenthood when we forget that pre-kids we were fully functioning adults in employment with status and pay. This can be mistaken for self belief but it is externally referenced because it depends on someone else.

Starting in January, the 12 week Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS) is a springboard to teaching adults, while a blossoming career may be in store for students beginning the new year with a course in floral design at Merrist Wood College, part of Guildford College Group. Merrist Wood also offers one day taster workshops throughout the year in subjects such as horticulture and garden design, to help prospective students choose an appropriate course. Application is open for many other options starting in September 2011, from counselling, hairdressing and beauty therapy to marketing, personnel and accounting, leading to qualifications that count in the world of work. Most courses can be studied part-time, attending college one or two days a week. Mothers juggling childcare commitments can also opt for evening classes in many subjects, including popular complementary therapies such as Indian head massage, Swedish massage and reflexology. For those who simply need to top up their IT skills to boost their CVs, there are short courses in Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint. To apply for courses from tasters to degrees at Guildford College, tel. 01483 448585 or visit www.guildford.ac.uk for an online application form. Funding is often available for those on low income, including help with childcare costs.

Wannabe an IT girl? (or boy!) OK, we all know our IT skills could be better. It doesn’t matter if you’re a rookie or a self-confessed geek there’s always something new to learn about computers. Not only could it improve your earning potential but just think of the satisfaction you’ll get outsmarting your kids! So, if you want to learn but the thought of a classroom gives you a rash, then we’ve got the solution. Home learning with Wanttolearnit.com could be just your cup of tea. They specialise in IT home learning courses at all levels and it’s 100% tailored to suit busy bees like us. Learning is completely flexible and available online whenever and wherever you need it. Learn at your own pace, get all the support you need and stop for that cup of tea when you feel like it. And because it is all online, courses range from £55 - £75 each. Now all you need to do is choose your course whether you get to grips with Windows 2007 or take your graphic design skills to a new level with Photoshop. If you want a new career as a Microsoft Certified Engineer then they can help with that too! To become accredited you just need to book a place at your nearest test centre. The website www.wanttolearnit.com has all the information you need or you can speak to an advisor on 0845 0948282.

Surrey County Council Surrey County Council offers free training for the “Certificate for the Children and Young Peoples Workforce”. To apply you need to be over 25 years old and have done 6 months voluntary experience in a childcare setting. Once you have been accepted, then you do a minimum of 12 hours a week work experience working with children. There are additional assignments to complete to accompany the voluntary work and it typically takes between 6 months - 1 year to gain the certificate. This qualification is often a stepping stone to becoming a qualified practitioner and the council can also offer assistance towards qualifying for the next level. If you are looking for a job in Early Years or Childcare, Surrey County Council offer a Job Matching Service - you complete a form online with details such as the type of job you want, your qualifications and experience and the council will contact you when a suitable job is advertised. See www.surreycc.gov.uk/eycpractitioners.

Montessori Centre International Woking MCI Woking provide part-time training courses based on Montessori principles for anyone who wants to obtain a recognised qualification in Early Years Education. The next open day is on Wed 24 Nov 6.30-8pm. Please call 020 7493 8300 for details.

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How much more useful is self belief born out of internal referencing because it is dependent on no-one but yourself and can be accessed in whatever situation you find yourself in. So how do we achieve this internally referenced self esteem?

• The first step is to write down all the things you are good at. • When you run out of ideas, ask your kids, your partner, parents, •

friends, and other mums at school. Write down everything they say, however silly it may seem. Secondly, alongside each one, note what that also means you can do in other contexts.

So, to take an example: perhaps you can get your child ready for school on time? Well that means that you have

• excellent time management skills • you can focus on a task • motivate others to follow your lead. Do this for all the skills on your list. I bet you’re already realising what a lot you have to offer! Judy Bartkowiak is an NLP Master Practitioner specialising in working with parents, children and teenagers. Among other things, NLP can help with lack of confidence and lack of motivation and energy. She can be contacted on 01628 660618 or 07917 451245 or via her website www.nlpkids.com where you can buy NLP workbooks for parenting, children and pregnancy. She is based at The Sunshine Clinic, Woking.

Prepare yourself for the emotional and practical transition of returning to work If you’re thinking about returning to work, then the Let’s Talk About…Returning to Work discussion session could help you maintain your emotional wellbeing and feel more confident and in control. This 3-hour coaching workshop, led by postnatal facilitator and coach Samantha Hannay, is designed to help increase your confidence and manage the guilt when it comes to returning to work. New parents returning to work after paternity or maternity leave, experience huge emotional and practical burdens - 75% of new mothers feel vulnerable about returning to work and 46% feel less confident in their ability to do the job. This workshop looks at the emotional issues surrounding your return to work rather than the legal aspects of your working rights, exploring issues around:

• Achieving a work/family life balance – how you want this to be • Managing the guilt! • Rebuilding your confidence in your professional role • Managing expectations of yourself, management and work colleagues

• Preparing for the practicalities The next workshop is on Wed 15 December at St. Albans Church, Hindhead from 10.15am-1.30pm. The cost is £35 which includes a light lunch and refreshments. Samantha Specialises in one-to-one coaching and parent-focused workshops such as The Early Days of Motherhood; Becoming a Father; Play & Development; Weaning; Returning to Work; Positive Behaviour and other key aspects of parenthood. To book a place or ask for more information please call Samantha Hannay on 01428 606886 or email pnl.hannay@yahoo.co.uk

Don’t miss our Volunteering feature in the Jan/Feb issue!

Returning to Work Some Opportunities

Become an Arbonne Independent Consultant... If you are looking for:

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A flexible work from home business Training, team support and fun A little extra money or a life changing salary Ultra-premium beauty products that sell themselves • Mercedes Benz cash bonus • Personal Development

With jobs for life and end of salary pensions becoming a thing of the past, a new generation of savvy businesswomen have come up with a new approach to the work-life balance that is not only often lucrative but flexible too. Jane Cuva from Woking, mum of two children aged 7 and 3 and Independent Consultant with Arbonne explains; “ Network Marketing is being billed as the business of the 21st Century by many entrepreneurs and after having worked a year in this industry I can see why. It is a brilliantly simple concept. I am in business for myself but not by myself as I am given all the support and training I need; I am building a team of people that I choose to work with (no more office politics); I work around my commitments to my children and best of all I am getting paid not only on the time and effort that I put in, but also that of my growing team and I could never have achieved that in my old publishing job. The Arbonne products, successful through word of mouth alone, really sell themselves and I love the fact that I am getting paid to recommend safe, pure and beneficial products to everyone! This job is bringing out my confidence as it is very people orientated - I have made so many good new friends out of this ...oh yes and I get to buy superior beauty products from myself at a discount!!!.” Arbonne offer a Swiss formulated range of ultra premium beauty, health and wellness products and the company is committed to the development of unparalleled products free of harmful ingredients using a combination of botanical principles and scientific discovery. Arbonne, who have networks of consultants in the US, Canada, Australia and the UK get the nod of approval from none other than Vogue.com who describe Arbonne in their Beauty Blog (29th June 2010) as a ‘cult skincare brand’ and ask ‘how long before the secret gets out?’. For further information contact Jane Cuva, Arbonne Independent Consultant, on 07525 206880 or email jane.cuva@btinternet.com

Part-time and Flexible Working with the Crafty Chefs Crafty Chefs, a Haslemere based children’s cooking company, are growing and are looking for more people to join their team. They offer creative cookery parties and workshops, including their delicious new chocolate parties and cupcake and cookie decorating parties. If you love cooking, enjoy engaging with children, and would like to earn some extra money this could be just the job for you. As most of the parties run at weekends or after school, you would need to be able to work at these times. There would not need to be a commitment to work every weekend. Training would be provided and all staff would need to undergo an enhanced CRB check. To find out more contact Nicola or Morag on 01428 648663 / 653251 or info@craftychefs.co.uk or visit www.craftychefs.co.uk

From Insurance to Music & Dance - One Mum’s Story!!! I studied music and theatre studies at school and college but like many people, I ended up falling into a job negotiating the settlement of insurance claims for over 20 years. With three daughters the going was tough but I absolutely loved my job and with such investment in my career, it was a massive decision to leave it both financially and also personally. I have always been clear about my need to work and it has been a big dilemma to combine career and raising my three daughters. How can I have it all? I started running ‘MAD Academy’ classes nearly a year ago which means I can now work exactly when I want to. I run music and dance classes when the children are at school, and I do my paperwork and record keeping while the children dream away their days in bed. My parents always wanted me to be a music teacher and my mother took extra jobs to pay for my music lessons. It paid off Mum!! I now sing and dance my way through the days, having fun and passing on those skills to a very worthy bunch of beautiful kids. Happy days!! Sarah runs MAD Academy classes in Guildford & Godalming 01252 790220

Further information and contacts: www.Back2workmum.co.uk recruits for local, flexible and part time jobs. www.jobs4mothers.com lists jobs for those seeking flexible part-time work. www.CapabilityJane.com specialises in flexible senior roles and they also run

Re-launch your Career workshops.

Next Step offer help with finding appropriate training, understanding the local job market, developing your CV, availability of childcare and improving interview skills. They are at Farnham library every Wed. To book an appointment call 0800 100900.

Then call Jane Cuva on 07525 206880 or email: jane.cuva@btinternet.com

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1. Start a service. A service business can use your existing

skills and is a great business to choose if you want to start earning fast. Think about - starting a cleaning business – becoming a virtual assistant – offering dog walking – becoming a personal trainer.

2. Turn a hobby into a business. If you are crafty and creative

you might like to start selling your crafts. Carefully cost up the materials you use AND factor in the time it takes you to make each item before you set a price. Research the competition – look at online craft markets like Misi, Etsy and Dawanda and check out local events too. Go for it if you can create your craft while still making a profit!

3. Make money online. There are hundreds of ways to make money

online, but it helps to have some guidance to find genuine opportunities. Drop shipping allows you to set up an online store without having to hold stock. You take orders but the products are sent direct from the drop shipper to the customer. It is an easy way to start selling online, but you’ll find profits are lower than if you hold items yourself and you need to put lots of effort into finding customers. Alternatively, you could start up an online information site. Pick a topic that you are an expert in, ideally one where there isn’t lots of information online already. Plan how you will make money from your site – you could take advertising and sponsorship or have an exclusive membership area that people can subscribe to.

If you like one of these ideas, have your own business brainwave that you want to test out or want to find over a hundred further business ideas that work for mums (or anyone wanting family friendly flexibility) check out Start a Family Friendly Business: 129 Business Ideas for Mums (£9.99). As well as business ideas you’ll find out the essentials of planning and succeeding as a businessmum. Buy the book from Amazon or visit www.familyfriendlyworking.co.uk.

Children’s Centres provide differing levels of help and advice for updating skills

and looking for a job. Sue Brown, head of St Paul’s Children’s Centre in Tongham says “At St Paul’s Children’s Centre we are proud of the adult learning opportunities that we are able to offer through our partnerships with local colleges and partnerships. For parents who want to move back into the world of work we can offer literacy, numeracy and ICT sessions and our outreach team are able to work with individuals to think about childcare solutions”. To find your local children’s centre visit www.familiessurreywest.co.uk/childrenscentres.

www.CareerInspiration.co.uk provide career coaching and workshops.

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What’s On - Events & Activities TUESDAY 2 NOVEMBER Storytelling for Under 5s The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Stories and hands-on creative fun. 11am–11.40am. Children must be accompanied. Spaces allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Free (suggested donation, £2).

TUES 2 NOV - FRI 31 DEC Craft Christmas Museum of Farnham 38 West St, Farnham 01252 715094 Make some festive tree decorations. Drop in Tues-Sat 10am-5pm (closed 24 Dec - 4 Jan). For all ages. Free.

WEDNESDAY 3 NOVEMBER Free Entry Wednesdays Painshill Park Cobham KT11 1JE 01932 868113 Free entry to Painshill Park every Wed in Nov. 10.30am4pm or dusk if earlier (last entry 3pm).

FRIDAY 5 NOVEMBER Handa’s Surprise Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Listen to this story and create your own artificial bowl of fruit. 10.3011.30am. For under 5s with a carer. Adult £1, child £2, no booking needed.

SATURDAY 6 NOVEMBER Tiny Touches Fingerprint Jewellery, The Toy Box 3 Wharf St, Godalming Tiny Touches

Jewellery will be in the shop and you can make a lovely range of personalised fingerprint jewellery. You can either book a place or just turn up. To book call 0781 8047177. Curved Clay Slab Pottery Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Design and make your own fantastic pottery. For 5-11yrs. 10.30am-12pm. Mem £5, non-mem £6. Please book. Dalek at Elphicks Elphicks Department Store West St, Farnham 01252 716222 11am-4pm. The Dalek is coming to the toy department, plus enter a competition to win Dr Who products. 3D Illustration workshop The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Learn how to make 3D illustrations in paper and card. Two sessions for 8-16 year olds. 1-2.30pm and 3-4.30pm. Please pre-book. £7. 15 Minutes of Fun Chertsey Museum The Cedars, 33 Windsor St, Chertsey 01932 565764 Free family craft activities - draw a firework picture with chalk and glitter.

SUNDAY 7 NOVEMBER Glorious Food Day, Farnham Maltings Bridge Sq, Farnham 01252 754444 10am-4pm. The entire building is transformed into a cavern of culinary delights, with many themed rooms: Squires Kitchen’s

For local Firework displays please see www.familiessurreywest. co.uk/whatson

sugarcraft room; Willy Wonka’s chocolate room; a Spice Room; a Christmas room; plus market stalls. Have fun making bread with the Crafty Chefs - free, but please call 01252 745444 to book your place. Sunday Fun: Paper Lanterns Painshill Park Portsmouth Rd, Cobham KT11 1JE 01932 868113 In the craft workshop make your very own funky, colourful paper lantern from 12noon-3pm. For all ages, no booking needed. Included in admission: Adult £6.60, child (5-16) £3.85, Under 5’s free, family (2 & 4) £22.

TUESDAY 16 NOVEMBER The Lightbox Storytelling for Under 5s See 2 Nov.

WEDNESDAY 17 NOVEMBER Christmas Silk Painting Card Workshop, Firing Earth 82 Smithbrook Kilns, Cranleigh GU6 8JJ 01483 268788 Learn to paint on silk. Then we mount silk on cards, glitter, ready to take home! 4-5pm. 2 week workshop (on Wed 17 and 24 Nov) for children aged 7+. £20 inclusive. Please book to guarantee a place.

FRIDAY 19 NOVEMBER

Frimley Lodge Railway Frimley Lodge Park Sturt Rd, Frimley We’re Going on a Bear Hunt Green. Trains run from 11am-4pm. Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 TUES 9 NOV - SAT 27 NOV Come with us on an expedition to find a bear and act out the popular Make’n’Take Christmas Decorations, Museum of Farnham story. 1.30-2.30pm. For under 5s with a carer. Adult £1, child £2, no 38 West St, Farnham 01252 715094 booking needed. Make two Christmas decorations, one to take home and one for the Diwali Festival of Lights Snow Queen grotto. Drop in anytime Woking Park 6pm. A stunning parade Tues-Sat 10am-5pm. of colourful lanterns, costumes

SATURDAY 13 NOVEMBER Racing Cars - Family Fun Event Elmbridge Museum Church St, Weybridge KT13 8DP 01932 843573 2-4.30pm. Under 10s need to be accompanied by an adult. Free dropin event. Find out how car design has changed and build your own model car and see how fast it goes.

and Indian crafts made by the local community, accompanied by live music. Followed at 7pm by One World Party, at Woking Leisure Centre - live music, dance performances, entertainment from local community groups and stalls displaying crafts from around the world. Adult £3, child £1.50 either in advance from the Leisure Centre or on the door.

Compost the waste from your garden clean-up and turn your leaves, prunings and dead plants into FREE food for your garden. Order a home composting bin from only £14 (RRP £39), available in two sizes (220 litre/330 litre), delivered free to your door, guaranteed for 15 years. Visit www.surreycc.gov.uk/ getcomposting or call 0844 571 4444 Surrey waste partnership

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What’s On - Events & Activities Fairy Princess Afternoon St Teresa’s School Effingham For all children starting reception in Sept 2011. Please call Annabel on 01372 750204 for more details

SATURDAY 20 NOVEMBER Lauren Child Booksigning The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Come and meet Lauren Child illustrator of the best loved children’s characters Charlie and Lola and have your favourite books signed. 2-4pm. Free. Cranleigh Ice Fest! Ice-skating, Lantern Parade & Christmas Lights Switch-on High St, Cranleigh All day family fun on the spectacular artificial ice rink in Stocklund Square (Sat 10am-8pm and Sun 10am-4pm). Lots of other family entertainment throughout the day. Meet Peppa Pig and George, face painting and fairground rides with live music and dance performances. The ice rink is sponsored by Cranleigh based solicitors Hart Brown. Snow and ice themed Lantern Parade at 5.30pm followed by Christmas light switch-on.

WEDNESDAY 1 DECEMBER The Snowman, The Electric Theatre Onslow St, Guildford 01483 444789 5pm. This Christmas classic film tells the story of a little boy’s friendship to the snowman he builds one Christmas Eve. PLUS see the film Father Christmas, written by Raymond Briggs. £5. Price includes family arty fun (from 4pm) with hot chocolate and marshmallows after. Christmas Silk Painting Card Workshop, Firing Earth 82 Smithbrook Kilns, Cranleigh 01483 268788 Paint silk Christmas cards to take home! 4-5pm. 2 week workshop (on Wed 1 and 8 Dec) for ages 7+. £20 inclusive. Please book to guarantee a place.

along with local dance schools. Fortune teller, Sparky the robot, Santa, face painting and competitions. Small charge for face painting and some games. A Traditional Christmas? Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Come along and learn about some of the Christmas traditions in the world and make a related decoration. For 5-11yrs. 10.30am-12noon. Mem £5, non-mem £6. Please pre-book.

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Children‛s Cooking Parties Children‛s Cooking Party Kits Cooking Accessories Cooking workshops/ courses

• Special recipes for children with food allergies

For more details call 01428 648663/ 653251 or see www.craftychefs.co.uk

SAT 4 - SUN 19 DEC

Mrs Greville’s House at Soft Play & Fun for 0–5 year olds Soft Fun for 0–5year year olds SoftPlay play olds Christmas, Polesden Lacey Play && & fun Fun for for0-5 0–5 year olds Gt Bookham 01372 458203 Bouncy Castle Pool ***Bouncy Ball Pool Pool*** 11am-4pm. See the house Bouncy Castle Castle *** Ball Ball THUR 2 - SUN 12 DECEMBER dressed for Christmas. Normal Baby Area ***Baby Sit & Rides*** BabyArea Area ** Sit Sit && Rides Rides garden admission plus £2 adult, Ice and Lights, RHS Garden £1 child inc. members. ONLY Café ***Café Parking*** Café *** Free Free Parking Parking Wisley Woking 0845 2609000 on Saturdays and Sundays. * Children’s Parties Garden closes 8.30pm. Enjoy the **Children’s Parties*** Children’s Parties SAT 4 - FRI 31 DEC spectacular illuminated trail and Tues,Wed Wed & & Fri Fri 10.30am-2.30pm ephemeral ice works. Please note: Tues, Tues, 10.30am–2.30pm Tues, Wed Wed & & Fri 10.30am–2.30pm 10.30am–2.30pm Museum of Farnham Ice is from 2-12 Dec, Lights are Scout Knaphill Scout Hall, Waterers Rise, Knaphill 38 West St, Farnham 01252 Scout Rise,Knaphill Knaphill ScoutHall, Hall, Waterers Waterers Rise, Rise, from 6-12 December only. Icons of 715094 The following are free the Garden, magnificent trees and and available Tues-Sat 10amcontemporary ice installations are 5pm - closed 24 Dec - 4 Jan. bought alive with this mesmerising Hazel 07885 07885 702 Hazel 702 414 414 The 12 Days of Christmas light display. Lights start from 5pm. Follow a trail of clues around info@rainbowtots.com info@rainbowtots.com RHS Members plus one family guest the Museum. For all ages. free, adults £9.50, Children (6-16) Tiptoe into Tradition £3, under 6s free. An exhibition exploring

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FRIDAY 3 DECEMBER

Christmas through the ages.

Tree Dressing Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Learn about the ancient tradition of tree dressing and make your own tree decoration. 10.30-11.30am. For SUNDAY 21 NOVEMBER under 5s as please tickwith as a carer. Adult £1, child please please tick as tick appropriate Ice-Skating Rink, Cranleigh appropriate £2, no booking needed. appropriate See entry on Sat 20 Nov.

THURS 25 NOV - MON 3 JAN Winchester Cathedral Ice Rink 01962 857276 Adults £9.50, child (416) £7.50, family (2+2) £32. For ages 4+. Exclusive Mother and Toddler sessions available - see website for details. Book online or by phone.

SATURDAY 27 NOVEMBER Spectacular Vase West End Centre 48 Queens Rd, Aldershot GU11 3JD 01252 330040 Mish, mash and shape clay into a functional object. For ages 3+ with an accompanying adult. 10.30am12.30pm. £4 per adult and £4 per child. Pre-booking advisable.

. Parties, workshops, baby prints, commissions and special occasion plates!

SATurday 4 DECEMBER APPROVED, PLEASE PROCEED APPROVED, PLEASE PROCEED APPROVED, PLEASE PROCEED Christmas Creations 82 Smithbrook Kilns, Horsham Rd, Cranleigh GU6 8JJ AMEND AND PROCEED AMEND AND PROCEED The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking AMEND AND PROCEED 01483 737800 Make some fabulous AMEND AND RE-PROOF Christmas decorations with Clara AMEND AND RE-PROOF AMEND AND RE-PROOF

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Vulliamy, creator and illustrator of The Bear with Sticky Paws and Lucky Wish Mouse. Clara will also be signing copies of her books after her workshops. 1-1.45pm and 2.30-3.15pm. Suitable for 4-8s with an adult. Please pre-book. Free (suggested donation, £2).

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Make Your Own Bird Box Winkworth Arboretum Hascombe Road, Godalming 01483 208477 11am-1pm. Adult £10 child £10 Booking essential. For ages 8+.

“Girls Just Want To Have Fun” Activity Morning, St Teresa’s School Effingham For girls entering Year 3 in Sept 2010. Please call Annabel on 01372 750204 for details.

Craft Session, Cranleigh Library 9.30am-11.30am. Make snowflakes for the library windows. No booking needed. Free, voluntary donations to cover cost of materials.

TUESDAY 30 NOVEMBER

Leatherhead Christmas Festival, rainbow tots white Leatherhead Town Centre 12-background.indd 5pm. Live music by Atlantis. Dorking Rock Choir will be performing

Storytelling for Under 5s The Lightbox See entry on 2 Nov.

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What’s On - Events & Activities

Little Explorer Christmas Special

MONDAY 6 DECEMBER Little Explorer Christmas Special, Alice Holt Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham GU10 4LS 01420 23666 2-3.30pm. £9 (parking permit included). For 3-4 years. Lots of festive fun! A short walk in the winter woods, games and activities, followed by a seasonal story and crafts in the classroom. Refreshments included. Please prebook - early booking recommended.

TUESDAY 7 DECEMBER Little Explorer Christmas Special, Alice Holt 10.30am-12noon or 2-3.30pm. See 6 Dec for details.

WEDNESDAY 8 DECEMBER Babes in the Wood Christmas Special, Alice Holt Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 Seasonal crafts with a story and songs after a short walk in the winter woods. For ages 14 months - 21/2 years. £9 (includes parking permit). 10.30am-12 noon or 2.30-4pm. Booking essential.

THURSDAY 9 DECEMBER Babes in the Wood Christmas Special, Alice Holt See 8 Dec. Weyhill Victorian Christmas Festival 1-8pm. From Cook to Eden in Junction Place, there will be a plethora of stalls and free samples outside the shops, which will be open until 8pm. There will be a Christmas grotto, hosted by Haslewey, street art, street entertainers, a pony & trap, costumes, refreshments and more. Dorking Gala Night St Martins Walk Shopping Centre and across Dorking town 6-9pm. A Musical Christmas is this year’s theme. Shops and businesses dress up, St Martins Walk Shopping Centre will host a live nativity scene, Santa’s grotto, singing and dancing by local groups and more. Santa and his elves frolic on South St, with barn dancing on West St and roving carol singers entertaining on all the streets.

SATURDAY 11 DECEMBER Christmas Drop Off and Shopping Morning, Firing Earth 82 Smithbrook Kilns, Cranleigh 01483 268788 Enjoy a leisurely shop around Smithbrook Kilns while your children paint some Christmas decorations or presents. For 5yrs+. 10.30am-12noon. Please book. £12.50 - includes all materials, studio fee, squash and biscuit.

Farnham Maltings Bridge Sq, Farnham 01252 754444 Edible Christmas presents 10am–11.30am or 1–2.30pm Come along and make some lovely sweet delights with the Crafty Chefs, which will be wrapped and ready to give as a gift. Design your own chef’s hat and take home the delicious recipes. £12.50. Please book by calling 01428 653251. Origami Christmas Drop-in 10am–1.30pm. Festive fun for all the family – just drop in and create origami decorations for Christmas. Special Christmas Drop-in: Crazy Creature Cards, West End Centre, 48 Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 Drop-in and make funky 3D penguin and reindeer Christmas cards. £3 per adult, £3 per child, 2 cards per person. For ages 3+ with a paying adult. Family Fun Day Secretts Garden Centre Portsmouth Rd, Milford 01483 520500 Free event, no booking required. Mini open air pantomime ‘The Wizard of Oz’ performed by Witley Pantomime Company, Lammas hand bell ringers, seasonal music, carol singing and charity stalls. Festive Pop-ups Elmbridge Museum Church St, Weybridge KT13 8DP 01932 843573 Learn the art of paper pop-ups and design a unique card. 2-4.30pm. Under 10s must be accompanied by an adult. Free drop-in event. Drop-in Family Workshop The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Drop in anytime from 1.30-4pm. Make Christmas decorations using new and recycled materials. For ages 4+ with an adult. Free (suggested donation: £2).

SAT 11 DEC- SUN 2 JAN Christmas Children’s Trail Claremont Landscape Garden Portsmouth Rd, Esher 01372 467806 10am - 3.30pm (closed Mondays and Sat 25 Dec). Follow the trail around the Garden. Normal admission.

SUNDAY 12 DECEMBER Gingerbread House and Chalet Decorating Highlane Community Centre, Haslemere 10.30am-11.45am (Chalet) & 1-2.15pm (House). Each child will decorate their own ginger bread house or chalet, great as a table centrepiece or gift. £22.50 per child. Please pre-book. Contact Crafty Chefs on 01428 648663 or info@craftychefs.co.uk.

For children’s holiday camps in the Christmas holidays please see www.familiessurreywest.co.uk/whatson

Santa Dash and Santa Toddle Fun Run Glebelands School, Cranleigh Santa costumes for the first 200 entries, hats for all others included in the entry fee. Santa Dash for semi-serious runners - registration 9.30am for 11am start. Santa Toddle, registration and entertainment from 10am for 11.15am start. Or register in advance (reduced price) - see www.cranleighvillage.net for details. Santa Fun Run Mercedes Benz World 11am-1pm. In aid of Woking Hospice. Dress up as Santa and run, jog or walk 5kms around Mercedes Benz World! Registration forms from 01483 881752 or visit www.wsbhospices.co.uk.

the live ‘Nativity’ grotto. Open Day includes craft activities, refreshments and tours of the Church building throughout the day (closed 12.30 -1.30pm). Christmas Rhymes, Cranleigh Library 10.30am–11am. Free fun Christmas rhymes for all the family including dads. No booking needed. Musical Storytelling time Cranleigh Arts Centre 1 High St, Cranleigh 11am. Parents can just turn up and have a coffee whilst their children are entertained by professional singer and vocal coach Sharon Duggan and professional singer/songwriter daughter Eleanore. No booking needed.

TUESDAY 14 DECEMBER

Christmas Photo Fun Storytelling The Lightbox See 2 Nov. Farnham Maltings Bridge Sq, Farnham 01252 754444 10am–12pm WEDNESDAY 15 DECEMBER or 2-4pm. Design your own Christmas cards in the Maltings’ NCT Christmas Party darkroom with resident photographer Open to both NCT members Angela Walker. £10. Please pre-book. and non NCT members. 11am1pm in Guildford. MAD Academy 18th Century Feast entertainment for all the children Chertsey Museum The Cedars, 33 and the grown ups too! Followed by Windsor St, Chertsey 01932 565764 a ‘Bring and share’ lunch. Contact A party with an 18th Century theme iulus@hotmail.com to book a place including face painting and extravagant and find out what lunch time treats foods! £4.50 per child. 11am-12.30pm we need. Only £1 per family! and 2-3.30pm. Please book.

FRIDAY 17 DECEMBER

MON 20 - THURS 23 DEC

Christmas Decorations Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Listen to a festive story and make a decoration to take home. 1.302.30pm. For under 5s with a carer. Adult £1, child £2, no booking needed.

Guildford Christmas Youth Project 10am-5pm at the Electric Theatre. Disney’s Aladdin Jr. Put on a show in 4 days! For ages 8-16. First child £100, siblings £80 for entire week. To book call 01483 444789.

SATURDAY 18 DECEMBER BGC Christmas Meeting - Family Day, Ascot Racecourse SL5 7JX 0870 727 1234 Off the track join in the festive fun and meet Father Christmas in his Grotto where there will be a gift waiting for everyone that has been good this year! (subject to avail.). Enjoy fairground rides or have your faces painted by one of Santa’s elves. The festive sing-along begins 20 minutes after the last race where a Christmas Carol sheet will be provided. All the entertainment is free - you just pay entry: Adult £16, under 18s free. Gates open: 10.45am, first race: 12.55pm. Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Haslemere Mummers Traditional play - 20 minutes of family fun. 11am. Entry by donation. No booking. A Creative Christmas For 5-11yrs. 10.30am-12noon. Have fun making some creative Christmas crafts. Mem £5, non-mem £6. Please pre-book. Christmas Drop Off and Shopping Morning, Firing Earth See 11 Dec. Live Nativity Grotto and Open Day, Cranleigh Baptist Church 262 The High St 10am-4pm. Visit

TUESDAY 21 DECEMBER Christmas Princess and Pirate School Grayshott 01428 609340 www.mylittleprincessparties.co.uk 11am-1pm. Tinkerbell leads a Christmas themed action packed 2 hours full of arts and crafts and games in the magical party room. £9.50 per child. Please pre-book.

WEDNESDAY 22 DECEMBER A Creative Christmas Haslemere Museum See 18 Dec. Family Fun Christmas Craft Activity, Guildford Museum Castle Arch, Guildford 01483 444751 Create your own glitzy gift tags. 11am-1pm and 2-4pm. Free. No booking needed. Children must be accompanied. Soft Play Open Day @ My Little Princess Grayshott 01428 609340 www.mylittleprincessparties.co.uk 10am-4pm. The magical party room will be open all day offering Soft Play for Under 4’s and a free coffee and mince pie for the Mums. £3 per child.

What’s On

For events for adults from parenting courses to wreath making workshops please see www.familiessurreywest.co.uk/whatson Mad Science, Guildford Spectrum 01483 443322 1-5pm, 5-12 yrs, £25. Children will experience an instant snowman and how Santa gets around on a hover-sleigh. Plus they can do experiments with dry ice. Please book. Family Workshop, The Lightbox See entry on 11 Dec.

THURSDAY 23 DECEMBER A Creative Christmas Haslemere Museum See 18 Dec. Christmas Princess and Pirate School See entry on 21 December.

Holiday Sports Courses Guildford Spectrum 01483 443322 Parent & Toddler Bounceabout Mon 20 Dec £5. 9-10am, from walking-4 yrs, £4.90. Trampolining Tues 21, Thurs 23 or Thurs 30 Dec. 2.30pm-4pm, 4-12 yrs, £7.90 per session Flair Gymnastics, Trampolining and Acrobatics Tues 21 Dec. 10am1pm, 4-17 yrs, £29. For more info please call 08450 346700 Little Golfers Tues 21 Dec. 9am12noon, 5-11yrs, £15 Guildford Heat Basketball Camp Mon 20 Dec. 10am-4pm, 8-16yrs, £26 Pre School Drama and Music Workshop Tues 21 Dec or Thurs 30 Dec 10-10.30am for 18 months-2 ½yrs, £3.50, 10.45am-11.30am for 3-5yrs, £5

ActivKids Multi-Sports Camps run from 20-24 Dec and 4-7 Jan from 9.30-3.30pm (8.30 drop off avail) in Farnham area. 07838 183237

NCT Nearly New Sales

At NCT nearly new sales you will usually find baby, children’s and maternity clothes, toys, books and baby equipment. Grab a bargain or find great value Christmas presents! Byfleet Sat 27 Nov, 10.30am-12noon at Byfleet Village Hall, High Road, Byfleet. Toys and Equipment only. Dorking Sat 20 Nov 10am-12pm at North Holmwood Village Hall, Spook Hill, North Holmwood. dorking_nct@yahoo.co.uk Farnham, Aldershot & District Sat 20 Nov 11am-12.30pm at The Connaught School, Tongham Road, Aldershot. £1 admission. nct.farnham.nns@hotmail.com

Guildford TOYS only sale. Sat 20 Nov at St Joseph’s Church Hall, York Road Guildford. 11am-12.30pm. nns@ nctguildford.org.uk or 0844 2346145. Knaphill, Brookwood & Chobham Sat 4 Dec 10.30am-12noon (10.15am entry for members with NCT card) at Knaphill Methodist Church (Next to Lloyds Bank), Knaphill. knaphillnctsale@yahoo.co.uk

Leatherhead & District Sat 13 Nov 2pm (1.45 for members with card) at Downsend School, 1 Leatherhead Road, Leatherhead nctleatherhead@hotmail.co.uk

Godalming Town Centre Farmers/Christmas market on Sat 27 Nov 10am-5.30pm.

Guildford High Street Tues 2 Nov, Tues 7 Dec, Windlesham, Lightwater & Bagshot 10.30am-3.30pm. At the December market there will be a live nativity. Sat 20 Nov 10.30am (10.15 for members) at The Link, St Johns Church Hall, Windlesham. Admission Haslemere £1. sarahmedhurst@btinternet.com Collingwood Bachelor Car Park, High St, Sun 7 Nov, 10am-1.30pm, Sun 5 Dec 10am-4pm. At the Dec market there Woking will be stalls selling crafts and gifts plus Sat 20 Nov 3.30-5pm at Trinity street entertainers, children’s activities, Methodist Church, Brewery Rd, Woking. nns_woking@yahoo.co.uk Santa’s Grotto and live nativity.

Farmers’ Markets

Milford Secretts Farm Shop Car Park, Chapel Lane Sun 21 Nov, Sun 19 Dec Cobham Leg O’Mutton Field, Downside Bridge Rd, 10am-1.30pm. Sat 20 Nov, Sat 18 Dec 9.30-1.30pm. Ripley Ripley Village Green Farnham Sat 13 Nov, Sat 11 Dec 9am-1pm. Central Car Park, Off Victoria Rd Sun 28 Nov, Sun 12 Dec, 10amWoking 1.30pm. At the December market, Town Square Thurs 18 Nov, listen to festive music and Father Thurs 16 Dec 9am-2.30pm. Christmas will be there too.

Independent School Open Days

School

Open Day Date

Guildford High School – Junior School, Guildford 01483 543853

Fri 19 Nov Girls 4-18 years.

Halstead Preparatory School for Girls Woking 01483 772682

Sat 6 Nov 10am-12 noon and Tues 16 Nov 9.15am–11am Girls 3-11 years.

St Hilary’s School, Godalming 01483 416551

Thurs 18 Nov 10.30-12pm Boys 2 ½-7 years Girls 2 ½-11 years.

Christmas Light Switch Ons Aldershot

and his famous friends provide entertainment in the countdown to Santa’s arrival and Christmas Light the Dorking Christmas Lights Switch Switch on is on Sat 20 November at on ceremony at 4.30-5pm on Friday 4.45pm with entertainment from 2pm. 19 November.

Camberley

Farnborough

Fifi from Fifi and the Flowertots switches on the Christmas lights on Sat 20 Nov in The Square at 4 pm. She will be available for children to meet her between midday and 4.30 pm.

On Sat 27 November Santa will arrive at 4.30pm at the Princes Mead Shopping Centre to switch on the lights. There is entertainment from 11am with free face painting, balloon modelling, live music plus Postman Pat will be there - children can give him their letters to Santa!

Cranleigh A snow and ice themed lantern parade, organised by Cranleigh Arts Centre forms a key element of the light switch-on celebrations on Saturday 20 November. The procession will be taking to the streets at 5.30pm with local schools, children and families showing off the magical winter landscape they have created accompanied by the The Surrey Army Cadet Force Corp of Drums. A carriage drawn by four white Lippizaner horses will transport local celebrity Anthea Turner who will be turning on the Christmas Lights. The countdown to the light switch on will start at about 6pm. For further information on the lantern parade, visit www.cranleighartscentre.org

Farnham Farnham Christmas Lights Switch on is on Saturday 27 November at Gostrey Meadow. From 2pm there will be a large arts, crafts and charity market. Keep little ones amused with children’s rides, a live animal display and a visit to see Father Christmas in his grotto. The large performance stage will be the centre of the entertainment with local school children and choirs singing carols and it will form the centre of the count down to the magnificent lights being switched on at 5.30pm by Abi Titmuss and Andrew Agnew. Refreshments will also be on sale.

Dorking

Godalming

Meet the cast of Dorking Halls panto ‘Wizard of Oz’ when the Tin Man

On Sat 27 November from 10am5pm there will be a Festive Market

in The High Street and this will be accompanied by entertainment at The Pepperpot including carol singing, Christmas music performances and entertainers as well as a visit from Father Christmas. At 4pm, the town's brand new Christmas Lights will be switched on in a special ceremony.

Guildford Thursday 18 November is the official town centre Christmas lights switch-on. Boyzone's Shane Lynch, star of Sleeping Beauty at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre will join Mayor of Guildford, Cllr Marsha Moseley and 96.4 Eagle radio's Peter Gordon on the Guildhall balcony to light up the town at 7pm. The theme of the event is Christmas in Literature. The build-up to the switch-on will include a Christmas craft market throughout the day, a balcony show and mascots parade from 6pm, entertainment and music from a variety of performers from 4pm, Newfoundland dogs pulling Christmas sleighs, visits by Father Christmas and Christmas face painting. The switch-on marks

the start of late night shopping in the town centre, which will run every Thursday evening until Christmas Eve. Seasonal activities will be on offer for each of these evenings. The switch-on will also be followed by a Make a Day of It event on Saturday 20 November, with special offers in stores across the town.

Woking The Christmas Light Switch On, which will take place on Thursday 18 November, with the grand switch on of the spectacular lights at 7pm featuring stars of the New Victoria Theatre pantomime Snow White, Peacocks’ Surrey’s Next Top Model 2010 winners, Rob Gray and Ellie Wiczling and the Mayor of Woking. Entertainment kicks off from 3pm, with wonderful walkabout characters, balloon modelling, stilt walkers, and free face painting. There will be music from Woking High School Band, dancing from local favourites The Karen Clarke Dance School, stunning gospel music, plus the fantastic dance group Streetvibes. The Peacocks Centre will also be giving one shopper the chance to win a £1,000 spending spree! From 18 November entry forms are available in the Peacocks Centre or you can enter online at www.peacocks-centre.co.uk.

What’s On Christmas Fairs SATURDAY 6 NOVEMBER Bramley Players - Christmas Craft Fair Bramley Village Hall 10am1pm. Handmade cards, jewellery, Pampered Chef, photography, textiles, bags, stoneware, wooden toys, beauty products and much more. Free entry.

FRIDAY 12 NOVEMBER Pamper and Christmas Shopping Evening Ripley Primary School

For Christmas carols and music performances please see www.familiessurreywest.co.uk/whatson WEDNESDAY 1 DECEMBER Ladies Shopping Night, Mytchett Primary School Hamesmoor Road,

Mytchett 7-10pm. Various stallholders selling books, jewellery, cakes, crafts, homeware and kitchenware as well as some beauty treatments. There will be wine and nibbles available. Free entry.

christmas presents that the children from the school and members of the public can come and buy. Refreshments available. Father Christmas in his grotto (tickets in advance only from the school office).

SATURDAY 13 NOVEMBER

FRIDAY 3 DECEMBER

Cranleigh Foundation Christmas Gift Fair Wyatt Hall, Cranleigh

Table Top Sale, Weyfield Primary School School Close Guildford 2.30-3.30pm.

SATURDAY 20 NOVEMBER Royal School Christmas Fayre

Camberley Theatre Knoll Road, Camberley 01276 707600 Aladdin 8 December - 2 January.

Chessington Garden Centre Chessington 01372 725638 THURSDAY 2 DECEMBER Cirque Normandie 27 Nov-2 Jan. Acrobats, jugglers, Christmas Fayre, Goldsworth Primary School Bridge Barn Lane, Woking aerialists and clowns. £8, under 2s free. 2 for 1 tickets on 1 and 2 Jan. 5pm-7pm. Entry: £1. A host of stalls selling

Wentworth Close Free entry. 7pm-9.30pm. Why not come along for a stress free shopping evening or treat yourself to a pamper experience. Over 30 stalls and a drink and nibbles are also available.

Preparatory School, Horseshoe Lane, 10.30am-3.30pm. A fantastic selection of 60 stalls - everything you need to get your entire Christmas preparations wrapped up - from micro-scooters and books to jewellery and kitchen gifts. Entry £3 (children and oap’s free). Shuttle bus service to/from Stocklund Sq throughout the fair.

Theatre

If you have Christmas items to sell and would like to book a table contact Clare Stevens via email at - secretary@weyfieldpri.surrey.sch.uk (£10 per table.)

Christmas Fair, Cherrywood Community School Farnborough 3.30-

5pm. Visit Father Christmas and his helpers, plus there will be cake stalls, craft stalls, face painting and much more. Entry Adult 20p, Under 11s free.

The Royal School, Portsmouth Rd (A3), Hindhead, GU26 6BW 1.30-4.30pm.

SATURDAY 4 DECEMBER

Christmas Craft Fair

Pasturewood Rd, Holmubry St Mary 10am-2pm.

Moon Hall School Christmas Fair

Cranleigh Arts Centre 1 High St 08456 128 128 Family Magic - “Magic Noir” Fri 26 Nov 8pm. Madcap magical entertainment for the whole family. Award winning acts from TV, stage and the corporate magic scene. £10 in advance, £12 on the door. Little Red Riding Hood Sat 4 Dec 2.30pm & 7.30pm. Things are not quite right in the little village of Popplewick...and why is Grandma not answering the phone? Tickets £12, £10 in advance, (£8.50pp in advance for groups of 4+). How the Koala Learnt to Hug Sat 11 Dec 2pm. A charming tale about the magic of family and the importance of a nice warm hug! £6.50 (£5.50 groups of 4+). For ages 5+.

Rural Life Centre Reeds Rd, Tilford 01252 795571 10.30am-3pm. Buy some unusual gifts from the visiting crafts people.

Friends of Lakeside Primary School Denbies Vineyard Christmas Fair & Bazaar London Rd, Dorking 01306 876616 Alphington Avenue, Frimley 11-2pm. Loads of The Amazing Adventures of SUNDAY 21 NOVEMBER great stalls - games, lucky-dips, tombolas. Aladdin Sun 12 Dec 11am. Cat’s Grin Children’s theatre company return for Christmas Fair St Teresa's School Bazaar featuring local crafts and gifts. Beech Av, Effingham Hill, Dorking another fabulous show. £5 per child, Christmas Fair William Cobbett RH5 6ST 11-3pm. All welcome! Junior School Farnham 2-4pm. Santa will accompanying adults £2.50. THURSDAY 25 NOVEMBER Christmas Fair Belle Vue School Belle Vue Rd, Aldershot 4.30-6pm.

FRIDAY 26 NOVEMBER Christmas Fair Chilworth Infant School Dorking Rd 5-8pm. Come and

meet Santa, stalls galore - you'll be entertained all night. Entry £1.

Christmas Fair Wood Street Infant School Wood Street Village

2-4pm. Crafts, cakes and lots of stalls.

Christmas Market

St Mark’s Church, Reading Road South Farnborough 6.30pm-9pm. Lots of stalls selling crafts and gifts, plus Winter Pimms and mince pies, carol singers plus lots of Christmas Trees in the Church decorated by the local community. Entry £1.

Reigate Rd, Dorking 01306 881 717 Fireman Sam 7 Nov 1pm & 3.30pm. Adult £12.50/ 2-4pm. Entry £1 - includes entry into Prize £10, child £11/£10 family (of 4) £42. Draw. Please come along and support the school, have lots of fun and meet Santa in his Wizard of Oz 18-31 December. Ewhurst C of E Infant School Christmas Fair The Street, Ewhurst

exciting Grotto! Tea, coffee and mulled wine Electric Theatre will be available.

Christmas Fair Grayshott Primary School School Rd, Grayshott Father

Christmas will be paying us a visit and there will be many stalls including a cake stall, toy stall, tombola and a raffle, plus Christmas gifts from a variety of sellers. 2-4pm.

TUESDAY 7 DECEMBER Smithbrook Kilns Shopping Evening Cranleigh GU6 8JJ

Visit from Father Christmas, raffle with £50 1st prize, tombolas, cakes, hot dogs, burgers and lots more stalls.

6-9pm. All the different shops such as Firing Earth, Kids Shed and more (see www. smithbrookilns.co.uk for full details of all the shops) will be open, there will be Christmas refreshments (mulled wine, mince pies from Bricks Restaurant) plus carol singing, Father Christmas, raffle and lots more!

SATURDAY 27 NOVEMBER

SATURDAY 11 DECEMBER

Christmas Fair Bristow Infant & Nursery School & Sure Start Children's Centre

Christmas Fair Loseley Fields Primary School Green Lane, Binscombe

Christmas Fair Weyfield Primary School School Close Guildford 3-5pm.

James Rd, Camberley 12-2pm. Plenty of stalls and a visit from Father Christmas.

SUNDAY 28 NOVEMBER Traditional Christmas Fair Ripley Primary School Wentworth

Close, Ripley. Free entry. 11am-2pm. Lots of stalls, why not come along and visit Santa, have a go on the tombolas, lucky dips (children & adult) and more.

be visiting, there will be seasonal refreshments Dorking Halls and a variety of stalls selling gifts.

Surrey West

11am-1pm. A selection of great stalls including adult and children's tombola, homemade cakes, raffle, face painting, good as new toys and books, as well as a great Christmas craft activity and refreshments including BBQ. Entry Adult 20p, child free.

THURSDAY 16 DECEMBER Christmas Fair The Chandler School Witley 5.30-7.30pm. Lots of stalls,

tombola and Santa's Grotto. Entry by donation.

Onslow St, Guildford 01483 444789 Little Sparks Regular Saturday morning show for under 5s. 11am-11.40am in the theatre’s Cafe Bar. Music, games, songs, stories and puppets. £4 per child (adults and babes in arms free). No need to book just come along. Please pay cash or cheque on the day. For more details ring Geoff on 07949 821 567. Last Little Sparks of the year will be on 18 December. A Christmas Carol 8-11 Dec Wed - Sat 7.45pm and Sat at 2.30pm. Specially adapted from the Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol will scare you, inspire you and enchant you with Christmas magic! Performed by the Bramley Players. Adult £10, Under 16s £8, family (2+2) £32. Doctor Dolittle Thurs 16 - Sun 19 Dec 2pm & 7pm. Embark on a magical and exciting voyage to find Long Arrow – the greatest naturalist in the world brought to the stage by a talented cast of young people aged 6 to 18. For ages 4+.Thurs & Fri £9, family (2+2) £26, Sat & Sun £10, family (2+2) £30.

The Wind in the Willows Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 Elmer the Elephant Sat 13 Nov 2pm. £6. Based on David McKee’s best-selling children’s book, this new, fun-filled adaptation bursts to life with a host of jungle characters, catchy songs and beautiful puppets. For ages 4–7. The Wind in the Willows Wed 8-Sun 12 Dec. A 60-minute adaptation of this much-loved tale. Complete with chases, audience participation and songs. £8. Miracle on 34th Street Sat 18 Dec 7.30pm, Sun 19 Dec 3pm. Welcome to wintertime 1947! In the Maltings own inimitable style, everyone’s favourite Christmas story is transformed into two hours of rough-edged theatre complete with Thanksgiving parade and newly-fallen snow. £8. Grayshott Children’s Theatre Grayshott Village Hall The Very Noisy Night Sat 18 Dec 11am and 2pm. Blunderbus Theatre Company perform a seasonal adaptation of Diana Hendry’s beautiful book “The Very Noisy Night”. Gently told, with enchanting music and magical storytelling, this is a heartwarming winters tale about growing up for children aged 3-7 and their adults. Tickets £6 or family (of 4) £20 on sale now from Grayshott Books and The Rainbow Room in College Hill, Haslemere or visit www.grayshottchildrenstheatre. co.uk or call 01428 712954. GUILDFORD SPECTRUM 01483 443333 Aladdin on Ice 10-12 Dec. With popular music and colourful costumes, all taking place on an Olympic sized ‘ice stage’, Aladdin really is a Christmas treat not to be missed. Tickets from £5. Haslemere Hall 01428 642161 Babes in the Woods 6,7 & 14 Jan 7.30pm, 8 & 15 Jan 6.30pm. 2.30pm matinees on 8,9 and 15 Jan. A festive comedy that sees the wicked Sheriff of Nottingham’s ploy to abandon his nephews in the greenwood foiled by Maid Marian and her beau Robin Hood. £7-£10. The Leatherhead Theatre Church St, Leatherhead 01372 365 141 Sleeping Beauty 14 Dec -1 January. The Lightbox Chobham Road, Woking 01483 737800 A Christmas Carol One-man production of A Christmas Carol. Join Chris Kelham as he returns to the basics of storytelling in a style reminiscent to Dickens’ own readings. With mince pies and mulled wine. 7pm. £9 adults, £6 children. Suitable for ages 7+.

For more Christmas Fairs see www.FamiliesSurreyWest.co.uk/WhatsOn

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FRI 10 DEC 2010 - SUN 16 JAN 2011 BOX OFFICE 0844 871 7645 Bkg fee ambassadortickets.com/woking

The Sleeping Princess (in the Mill Studio) Sat 13 Nov 11am & 2pm. £6. With beautiful puppets, magical tricks and great music it features fully integrated Sign Language. For ages 3-7. Stick Man Wed 17 - Fri 19 Nov (Wed 1.30pm & 4.30pm, Thur 10.30am, Fri 10.30am & 1.30pm) Adult £13, child £11, family of 4 £44. Stick Man lives in the family tree with his Stick Lady Love and their stick children three. But the world is a dangerous place for Stick Man. Will he ever get back to the family tree? For ages 3+. From the book by Julia Donaldson. Giraffes Can’t Dance (in the Mill Studio) Sat 20 Nov 11am, 2pm & 4pm. £6. With bewitching music and beautifully carved puppets For 4-7yrs. Sleeping Beauty Fri 3 Dec - Sun 9 Jan. Guildford’s traditional family pantomime Sleeping Beauty is full of the very best songs, dance and laughter with colourful costumes and sparkling scenery. We are thrilled to announce our Prince Charming is Boyzone superstar Shane Lynch, starring alongside Cbeebies’ Sarah-Jane Honeywell as Beauty, Nichola McAuliffe as the Wicked Fairy, Eagle Radio’s Peter Gordon as King Gordon and Guildford pantomime favourites Royce Mills as Nurse Nellie and Lloyd Hollett as Merlin. Book today to ensure you don’t miss your chance to share in the fun, with an outstanding cast and all the Christmas magic you can shake your wand at! Tickets for schools begin at an amazing £7 with free seats for teachers also available – call the box office on 01483 440000. The Night Before Christmas Thu 16 - Sun 26 Dec. On the night before Christmas Emma stares out of the window, hugs her teddy and waits Princes Hall excitedly for the morning. £7. For 3-7s. Princes Way, Aldershot 01252 329155 Laura’s Star Show Me: Chris and Pui Mon 27 - Fri 31 Dec 11am & 2pm. Klaus Sun 21 Nov 11am & 2pm. BBC Baumgart’s magical children’s book Children’s most popular double act is brought to life with live music and comes to the stage. Adult £12, child £10. beautiful puppetry. £7. Cinderella 9 December - 2 January.

New Victoria Theatre Woking 0844 871 7645 Don’t Stop Believing Tues 9 Nov-Sat 13 Nov. Tues-Thus at 7pm, Fri at 5.30pm & 8.30pm and Sat at 2.30pm & 7pm. Never before has a show had so much music, dancing, haute couture and cheerleaders … all mashed-up together! £20.50- £30.50. Annie Tues 23-Sat 27 Nov. Tues, Thurs, Fri at 7.30pm, Wed & Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm. This endearing tale of little orphan Annie is back. Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs Fri 10 Dec-Sun 16 Jan. Full of delightful magic, rip-roaring action, Dwarfs aplenty, splendid humour, an evil wicked Queen and a rosy apple or two, don’t miss this year’s magnificent pantomime, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the New Victoria Theatre Woking. Starring the award-winning pop sensation Gareth Gates (Dancing on Ice, Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat) as the handsome Prince, Claire Sweeney (Chicago, Guys and Dolls) as the Wicked Queen and Cliff Parisi (Minty from Eastenders) as the Henchman. Tickets from £16 to £26 each with concessions available for selected performances. FAMILY TICKET OFFER - £76 for 4 tickets (max 2 adults) applies to price bands A, B & C for selected performances. Call the BOX OFFICE on 0844 871 7645 (bkg fee) or visit the website www. ambassadortickets.com/woking for more information and to book now!

Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Guildford 01483 440000 Burglar Bill (in the Mill Studio) Sat 6 Nov 11am, 2pm & 4pm. £6. This much loved story is brought to life using a special blend of live action, puppets, music and comedy. The cast of Sleeping Beauty at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre