The East Surrey Family Grapevine Magazine - Summer 2023

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Essential Local Listings for Families

Upcoming Local Family Events

Two Recipes from Anna's Family Kitchen

Summer Reading Challenge

The Modern Fatherhood Club

Pinapple, Lime and Coconut Trifle Recipe

Competitions

Win a Family Ticket to The Good Vibrations Society Festival

Win a Family Ticket to The Wizard of Oz at the London Palladium

Win a Signed copy of AMY the G.O.A.T

Win a Fun Football Parties package worth £250!

Win a Family Ticket to The Surrey Beer Festival

Win a Family ticket to Howletts Wildlife Park

Hi..

A huge welcome to our Summer online edition of The East Surrey Family Grapevine Magazine. The Family Grapevine is a free publication for families, full of essential listings, local information, events and competitions. Just click on an advert to visit their website!

In this edition we have some incredible prizes to win, we have two amazing recipes from 'Anna's Family Kitchen', A pinapple, lime and coconut trifle from Del Monte, plus we've included our selection of top local family events over the Summer months. There is also a fantastic article from 'The Modern Fatherhood Club'

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Our Review

Brilliantly illustrated by Rob Page, this heart warming, uplifting and page ripping story (literally) is about being yourself. Or a Goat, or whoever you want really... it deals with issues of acceptance, conformity and not being afraid of being who you want to be.

Amy is 10x years old and lives with her 'unconventional' family, I say unconventional, however what this fantastic book tries to convey is that unconventional doesn't really exist. Amy is unhappy at school and at home, but after being forced to attend her mum's circus performance rehearsal (on her birthday), she comes across a Goat.... and then the fun begins.

What follows is a hilarious and touching tale about what it means to find your inner G.O.A.T, to find true friendship and a sense of belonging.

With an evil head teacher, two school bullies, a moody brother, a step dad, a Mum who tries her best (despite it not always coming across that way), a herd of goats and a happy ending, it has pretty much everything, including an introduction to conversational French!

Aimed at the middle and upper primary school age group, the story is a genuine page turner and we loved it. Just resist eating each page after reading and shouting 'Mehhhhhhhh' . OR be a G.O.AT, eat each page after reading and shout 'Mehhhhhhh' as often as you like!

We’d highly recommend getting your hooves on a copy!

About the Author (Louiseee)

This book sees Louise with three eee’s fulfil her lifelong ambition to pen a children’s book. She commeted: “After completing a masters in scriptwriting, I knew I wanted to pour all my spare time into penning stories for children. My two nieces, aged five and seven, read the manuscript and their feedback was incredible. They both loved the silliness of it all. At a time when everything in society is under the microscope, I enjoy writing stories that reflect topical debates and my view on reality. Amy the G.O.A.T is a playful exploration of a serious subject that will hopefully offer insight into the knotty world of identity.”

The book is available as a paperback and Kindle e-book on Amazon from April 28th. To order your copy use the link below or click on the QR Code below!

The Charity Partner

Louiseee with three e’s is proud to support the UK’s ONLY registered Goat Charity, Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats. An incredible charity whose sole purpose is to dedicate their time rescuing abandoned, abused and neglected goats.

5% from every sale of AMY THE G.O.A.T - Greatest of all Time will be donated to this fine charity and one that sits close to the author’s heart. For more information on Buttercups, please visit their website: www.buttercups.org.uk

An Excerpt

Amy charged into the house, through her mother’s legs, sending her falling to her bottom. “What on earth are you doing, Amy!?” Amy stampeded into her parents’ peaceful Sunday afternoon like a bull in a china shop. No, like a goat in a tidy Kent living room. She raced across the white cashmere carpet, leaving a trail of muddy hand prints. Then she bit into the flowery curtains, ripping the whole rail down. “What has got into you, Amy!?” shouted Mum, still sat on the floor in the hallway. But Amy wasn’t listening. Instead, she was heading straight for the Egyptian cotton rug she’d been craving to chew for weeks. Amy leapt over, sinking her buck teeth into it. Dribble ran down her chin.“Oh no you don’t, you pesky girl!” Mum shouted, jumping up onto her daughter. She desperately pulled at Amy’s legs, but with no success, so searched the living room for a new idea. Suddenly she spotted a copy of the Daily Express and rolled it into a long tube. She turned back to her daughter and started swatting her around the head as if she were an irritating mosquito. “Let. It. Go. Let. It. Go. Drop. It. This. Minute!” Colin, who had momentarily stepped out to get a hanky, now returned to an utter circus. “I hadn’t finished reading that paper!” he announced over the chaos. “And that’s your daughter you’re bonking on the head.”“No daughter of mine would be chewing the expensive Egyptian cotton rug!”

Amy’s stepdad looked down at the wrestling pair. “Don’t, Amy. That rug was a gift.” He explained this in a very matter-of-fact kind of way. He appeared oblivious that his stepdaughter had rejected her human life to become a goat. Amy’s mother, however, had certainly noticed. “So this is what’s got into you, hmm? You’ve chosen this life of a ‘goat’,” she huffed while tugging at her daughter’s back legs, desperate to save the rug. “We should have listened to your brother who told us weeks ago. And then we really should have clocked when we found those ‘How To Be A Goat’ magazines in your room!”

Out of nowhere, Amy lost interest in the rug and charged up the stairs to her bedroom. Her parents raced after her. Mum shoved poor Colin out of the way as he fumbled around, continually sneezing.

Once in her bedroom, Amy ripped her pillows apart with her big teeth. Feathers fluttered around the room and out onto the hallway. “Oh no, feathers make me sneeze terribly, achhhoooooo!” Colin sneezed, falling back down the staircase. Now that Amy was a goat, she didn’t want to sleep in a normal, boring, human bed. She wanted to make herself a goat pen. “You better be prepared to tidy up after yourself Amy,” said Mum, standing in the bedroom doorway. “It’s fine to redecorate your room on occasion, but I won’t have you turning it into a pigsty just because you feel like it one day.”“It’s not a pigsty, dear,” sniffed Colin, climbing to the top step on his hands and knees. “It’s a pen for a goat.” “I don’t care what you call it! Enough is enough Amy, I’ve been incredibly patient during this ‘experimental’ stage of your life. I’ve turned a blind eye to you chewing the tea towels and that collection of hay in the corner of the bathroom. But this must stop now. And preferably before I take you to your stamp collecting class tomorrow morning.” “I think that might need to be missed,” said Colin who was sitting on the landing, gasping for air. Mother remained in the doorway, feathers fluttering around her. She watched her daughter, silently panicking at how to put a stop to this....

Summer Reading Challenge 2023

All children aged 4 -11 will be able to sign up for the challenge at their local library for free from Saturday 8th July. The aim of the challenge is to keep children reading over the summer holidays, when there can sometimes be a ‘reading dip’. Children can set their own goals, but to complete the challenge they’ll need to read 6 books before Saturday 23rd September. Younger children can join in with the Mini Challenge, aimed at anyone 3 years and younger. Children will need to be a member of the library to participate, but joining the library is free and can be done online or in your local branch.

There are lots of reading formats to keep children interested. Fact books, stories, poetry, graphic novels, ebooks, joke books and audiobooks – it’s all reading! When they have finished their books, children can tell library staff what they’ve been reading and receive rewards for how far they’ve come. Children who manage to read 6 books will receive a certificate and a medal.

The Challenge is suitable for all reading abilities, so head along to your local library on 8th July to start your summer reading journey! Not a member? Sign up here www.surreycc.gov.uk/libraries/your-library/join-your-library

Employment Opportunities

Cornerways Fostering Services, foster carers urgently needed for children

0-18ys, 01293 826830

Everycare, full and part-time care workers wanted, Redhill, Reigate, Horley, 01737 246000

Forest School training for teachers and nursery practitioners, Polesden Lacey, 01372 879712

Surrey Downs Partnership, offering initial teacher training with School Direct, 01306 886312

Three Central Ltd, 7 varied sized rooms and hot desks, Redhill Town Centre, 01737 888638

Unemployed? FREE mentoring, IT and jobskills training & volunteering opps, 030 0303 3464

Foodbanks

Caterham Foodbank, Caterham Baptist Church, 4 Beechwood Road CR3 6NA, 01883 348385

Caterham Foodbank, Oakhall Church, 181 Chaldon Road, Caterham CR3 5PL, 01883 348385

Dorking Area Foodbank, The Christian Centre, Church Street, Dorking RH4

1DW, 07494 226743

East Grinstead Foodbank, covering Lingfield and Dormansland, home delivery, 07983 209940

Epsom and Ewell Foodbanks, Banstead Church Institute, High St, Banstead SM7 2NG, 020 8786 8221

Epsom and Ewell Foodbanks, Merland Rise Church, Tadworth KT20 5JG, 020 8786 8221

Foodbank at St Matthew’s Church, 71 Station Road, Redhill RH1 1DL, 07849 253085

Horley Foodbank, Horley Methodist Church, Victoria Road, Horley RH6 7AS, 07731 887439

Loveworks Foodbanks, Reigate and Merstham, home delivery service, 01737 457160

Open Hands Reigate, Reigate Baptist Church, Sycamore Walk, RH2 7LR, 01737 906933

Local Information Offices

Mole Valley District Council, Pippbrook House, Reigate Road, Dorking, 01306 885001

Reigate and Banstead Borough Council Helpline, 01737 276000

Surrey County Council Information Line, 03456 009 009

Tandridge District Council, Council Offices, Station Road East, Oxted, 01883 722000

Citizens Advice Bureaux Banstead Citizens Advice Bureau, The Horseshoe, 0800 144 8848

Caterham and Warlingham Citizens Advice Bureau, Caterham Valley Library, 0800 144 8848

Dorking Citizens Advice Bureau, Lyons Court, 03444 111 444

Dorking Citizens Advice Bureau, Lyons Court, 0800 144 8848

Oxted Citizens Advice Bureau, Library Building, 01883 715525

Redhill Citizens Advice Bureau, High Street, 0800 144 8848

Community Policing

Crimestoppers UK, 0800 555 111 Surrey Police Headquarters, Guildford, 0845 125 2222

Libraries

Banstead Library, The Horseshoe, Bolters Lane, Banstead, 03456 009

Local Business • Family Health & Support

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Caterham Hill Library, 03456 009 009

Caterham Valley Library, 03456 009 009

Dorking Library, 03456 009 009

Horley Library, 03456 009 009

Lingfield Library, 03456 009 009

Merstham Library, 03456 009 009

Oxted Library, 03456 009 009

Redhill Library, 03456 009 009

Reigate Library, 03456 009 009

Warlingham Library, 03456 009 009

Independent Local Services

Bake Me A Cake, birthdays, weddings, celebrations, Horley, 07751 379404

Be You Beauty Care, PhiBrows

Microblading for beautiful eyebrows, Lingfield area, 07590 116323

Busy Bees Housekeeping, quality domestic cleaning services, Reigate area, 01737 222065

Contours Landscapes, offering quality, affordable landscaping for all, 07740 308490

Domestic Appliance Repair Solutions, the local solutions providers, 01737 271442

Dommies Bakehouse, novelty cakes, cupcakes, sweets cones and more +we deliver!!, 07572 664161

Dorking Decorators, professional, internal and external work, all areas covered, 01306 640418

Fiona Tosh Holistic Therapist and Hairdresser, ultimate relaxation, Redhill area, 07494 709487

Foot problems? We can help you at Banstead Village Clinic, 01737 373684

Greener Greens, your local box delivery service, organic and local grown produce, 033 3044 4192

Gutterworks Ltd, guttering and roofing specialists, small cleans to large works, 01737 770970

Health Indoors, advice on the modern home’s impact on health (water, sleep, EMF), 07841 757774

Imogen Holistic Therapies, massage, reiki, Neal’s Yard Organic facials, Reigate, 07855 325842

James Lamb, brickwork specialist, landscaping, East Surrey area, 07769 256377

Jenhams Travel Vaccination and Health Care Clinic, Dorking, 01306 884444

Kensign, quality central heating installation and servicing, fast and reliable, 07903 160061

Keymex, servicing for Bosch, Neff, Siemens, Miele, Zanussi and AEG, plus spares, 01737 240171

M&S Carpet and Flooring, quality flooring solutions and fitting, Banstead, 01737 360776

Mattree Professional Tree Care, all aspects of tree and hedgework, Banstead, 07887 621877

Newtons Violin Shop, violin and guitar sales and repair, East Surrey area, 01737 645065

Ovenclean, quality service in Banstead, Dorking, Redhill, Reigate areas, 07582 409283

Reigate Carpet Centre, independent, family-run, flooring specialists, est 1969, 01737 246459

RLM Locksmiths, 24/7 emergency mobile service for domestic/ commercial properties, 07837 917621

Safeclean, No 1 sofa and carpet cleaning service by Guardsman, NCCA accredited, 020 8407 0782

Stone Landscapes, decking, fencing, paving, brickwork, driveways, East Surrey, 07834 322939

Taylors Skip Hire, site clearances and rubbish removals, across East Surrey, 01342 618918

Velvet Fig is a cake specialist. We make cake memorable! Dorking, 07789 452712

Family Law

Morrisons Solicitors for all family matters, Oxted, 01883 723712

Morrisons Solicitors for all family matters, Redhill, 01737 854500

Teresa M Cornwell, solicitor specialising in family law, 01883 712721

Family Photography

Abigail Evans Photography, beautiful, life style family photography, 07734 968225

Angela Lopez Photography, Redhill and Reigate area, 07557 439107

Sweet Pea Photography, natural, fun and no fuss baby and family photography, 07860 579669

Keepsakes

Casting Impressions, 3D castings of your child’s hands/feet, 07976 576102

Dish Ceramics Studio, painting and gifts from birth, Reigate, 01737 241567

Rainbow Pottery, paint and clay baby hand or feet prints, Horley, 01293 785200

Baby and Toddler Equipment

East Surrey Slings library & 1:1 baby carrying advice, offering hires, workshops, 07718 117801

Tandridge Mum2Mum Market, sell or buy nearly-new, at The Arc, Caterham, 07950 214316

The Sling Consultancy, professional workshops, 1-1 home visits, Dorking area, 07957 340843

Baby and Toddlerwear

JJ’s, Station Road West, Oxted, 01883 715262

Magnolia, affordable shoes,shoe fitting and clothes for all ages, Banstead, 01737 377638

Rootspins for handmade baby and toddlerwear, blankets and accessories, 01737 769506

Tandridge Mum2Mum Market, sell or buy nearly-new, at The Arc, Caterham, 07950 214316

Childrens Hairdressers

Fiona Tosh Hair & Beauty Therapist, Redhill area, 07494 709487

Juniors Hair Salon, Merstham, open Tuesday to Saturday, 01737 644464

Nipper Snippers, Nutley Lane, Reigate, babies, teens and in-betweens, 01737 213774

Sharp Cuts for All, family haircuts, Oxted and Hurst Green, 07854 879758

Outdoor Play Equipment

North Park Farm Limited, mail order play equipment, 01273 833643

Schoolwear and Shoes

JJ’s, Station Road West, Oxted, 01883 715262

Magnolia, affordable shoes and shoe fitting for all ages, Banstead, 01737 377638

Swots, the one stop school shop, Church Street, Reigate, 01737 243825

Dancewear

Fame of Surrey, dancewear and shoes for all types of dance, Redhill, 01737 779617

The Ballet Box, ballet shoes and dancewear specialists, Caterham, 01883 342518

Bereaved Parents and Family Members

Child Death Helpline for anyone affected by the death of a child of any age, 0800 282 986

Cruse National Helpline, bereavement counselling, 0808 808 1677

Dinkie Dannies, stillborn baby 3D hand & feet casts, from 20wks+, 07594 665476

Jigsaw (South East), a charity supporting bereaved children and their families, 01342 313895

Lucy Rayner Foundation, bereavement counselling for young adults, 16yrs+, 01737 910907

SANDS, Surrey Helpline for the Stillbirth and Neo-natal Death Society, 07817 410075

The Compassionate Friends, offering support on the death of a child of any age, 0345 123 2304

The Lullaby Trust, for anyone suffering a sudden or unexpected death of a baby, 0808 802 6868

You Raise Me Up, 24hr support for families who’ve lost a young adult, 1625yrs, 01323 482772

Carers Support

Action for Carers (Surrey), advice and support for young carers, 01483 568269

Fatherhood is a phenomenal experience; it’s relentless but we give it absolutely everything!

I’m Aidan, a father of two, Max (2) and Henry (5) and yes you guessed it Max is a lockdown baby!

Fatherhood is a phenomenal experience; it’s relentless but we give it absolutely everything! And you know what? Sometimes it feels like even under immense pressure it’s never quite enough. My boys and my partner Teri are my world and like you, I’d do anything for them, I love them dearly and I treasure the bond we share together. I’ll let you into a secret…… Becoming a father is my biggest accomplishment, it’s taught me so much; I’ve learned to cherish the simple things and focus on the things that make us as a collective smile.

The thing is it wasn’t always like it is today… I genuinely thought they were better off without me! Just after Max was born, I was lost, overwhelmed and spiralling. I was supposed to celebrating but I was fighting for air! I was consumed by this wretched feeling of worthlessness! I’d been falling for a long time but for the first time I felt out of control. I longed to be a positive influence on my young family but all I felt was the weight of the world crushing my spirit.

At the time I couldn’t put my finger on why I wasn’t happy. I was consumed with trying to hide it and then my wife called me out on my behaviour. It had been a tough adjustment, lockdown, Max arriving and my eldest (An emotional whirlwind at 2 ¾ years old) kicking off every night! On this day I’d not been thinking straight. I’d gone from a dad in control to a dad on the verge of a full-blown breakdown and when Henry didn’t go to sleep, we took a drive. I drove around for an hour and when he finally went to sleep, I drove home, crept upstairs, and put him to bed. I made my way downstairs and sat down on the sofa in silence opposite my wife. She rightly wanted to know what was wrong, but I couldn’t answer. How could I tell her I wanted to give up. The silence filled the room, and I was praying she’d let it go. I was clinging on and without considering the consequence or the power of the words I was about to use I blurted out “I can’t cope, I don’t want to be alive anymore!”

BANG! The force of the language I used hit her full on. The utter shock was etched across her face. The disbelief quickly turned to anger as the tears rolled down her cheeks, her breath quickened, the words had ripped through her. I’d crushed her dreams and our reality in a moment. Our son was 9 days old and here I was admitting how worthless I felt. I consoled her, it was like I’d already been lost, and I was a ghost haunting her. I could see the pain in her eyes as she sobbed as our little man lay across her lap peacefully. I could see her mind racing, I could see her looking through me, planning a life where I wasn’t there, raising our children every day to the memory of the man she loved. Her reaction

stirred something in me and the weight I’d carried started to lift. Yes, my action was selfish, but the impact was far less than committing that unspeakable act. The rawness of the moment subsided, as we talked it dawned on me that I had the strength to carry on, and the motivation to choose to fight back. I comforted her and made a promise and to do this day I keep that promise.

I’m like you; I’d do anything for my kids, I love them unconditionally, treasure every memory and I’m grateful for the world they’ve shown me. I struggled; but the day I became a parent something shifted. My message to any dad struggling today (no matter how trivial you think it might be) accept it, open your heart, and share it with someone you trust. It cannot consume you because you are made for so much more and your children need you regardless of what or how you think. Regardless of your experience when you’re finding it hard as a parent (Dad) it can feel like there is nowhere to turn. You might think why didn’t you reach out? And you’re right, when you reflect on a moment like this, you’re ultimately faced with a choice…. share or conceal. I chose the latter. Yes, I opened to my partner but beyond that I hid behind the mask. I chose to hide it from everyone who cared about me. I know now that it was the shame associated with asking for help that held me back. I wish I’d been more open. In part it’s about trust but when it comes down to it for me it was the shame. For you it might be different but at the time I didn’t want people to worry, and I didn’t want people to think I was weak or incapable of feeling different.

If you feel that way, I invite you to join The Modern Fatherhood Club community. If you’d like to share your own story, I’d love to hear from you. And, if you’re a new mum reading this and you want to celebrate the impact your partner is having as a new Dad, please contact me at hello@themodernfatherhoodclub.com as I’d love to share that story too.

What is The Modern Fatherhood Club?

Simply we are a space designed specifically for fathers to connect, share, and learn from one another. Our community is dedicated to advancing the fatherhood agenda, breaking stigmas, and providing the resources and support networks necessary for dads to thrive.

As a new dad, you may feel overwhelmed and isolated. That’s why we’re here to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can talk through the challenges and work towards solutions. Our focus is on your wellbeing as a modern dad, and we provide the space to have open conversations about the unique circumstances you face.

We believe that fatherhood is about balance - balancing your responsibilities as a parent, partner, and individual. Our community is centred around the principles of community, connection, and conversation. We want every dad to feel heard and supported, and to have a place where they can talk freely without judgment.

Join our community today and start connecting with other likeminded fathers. Let’s work together to create a brighter future for dads everywhere.

Early pressures, a lack of support and education on the impact of fatherhood can lead to a change in diet, a lack of exercise and that extra Brew Dog!

It’s a fact…. Your habits change and your relationships do too. Any healthy habits are hard to keep up because you’re balancing work, supporting your partner and let’s face it, it’s not like parenthood gives you a moment to breathe.

Thinking back to my PND research and own battle with depression and anxiety following the birth of our second son I started thinking about the early pressures of fatherhood. Now, as a father of two young boys I’ve become acutely aware of how stress, anxiety and the strain of balancing fatherhood, a career and a business can impact my relationship with my wife and my beautiful boys. From my last blog it’s clear that the hidden pressures of fatherhood can lead to the symptoms of PND being overlooked.

The Modern Fatherhood Club

As with maternal PND, a fathers’ experience of PND can be triggered by social, emotional and physical factors and many apply to both genders. These include:

A lack of time leads to you taking the path of least resistance.

There is always conflict. The demands on your time only increase as you both settle into your new routine. The choice between a healthy snack and a chocolate bar or a prepared meal and a thrown together high carb and high fat meal are dictated by their bedtime and mealtime routine.

You both try your best to stay on top of it all, but with the pressures of managing your job and the new routine, something must give. You’re desperate to eat together because you’ve become accustomed to it, and you know your relationship will benefit from some ‘adult’ time. At times any meal will do!

With a new baby and a toddler, we managed it well but, in all honesty, COVID and lockdown played a big part in getting that right. It doesn’t always work and with the introduction of school, nursery, and a wife at the peak of her powers in her chosen career, we have at times, muddled through.

Here’s what make it harder:

An unhealthy work life balance contributes to you feeling unhappy and leads to you taking short cuts ultimately impacting your wellbeing, emotions and not to mention your relationship! Prior to COVID a typical day looked like this:

• A daily 3 ½ hour round trip commute. There were days when auto pilot got me home by the seat of my pants! At 7:45pm I barrelled through the door to get that last cuddle before bedtime.

• Rushing from meeting to meeting. Hour after hour with no moment to catch my breath. Some of you might be taking that extra overtime to cover the additional costs of having kids. Just remember. That comes with a health warning too!

• Polishing off a bag of cookies from Tesco’s. That’s the giant ones! And I wouldn’t even pause to share them out! So, watch out if you’re prone to comfort eating! Reaching for that last cookie might just be one too many.

• Smashing coffee after coffee or a bottle of Coke just to get through the day. I’ve seen many a dad smash through 3-4 Monster energy drinks just to stay afloat! What I’ve found is the sugar crash hits harder than a hangover!

• After work beers! The problem is Friday crept into Thursday and then slammed into Wednesday. So, ask yourself, are Saturday beers creeping into Sunday? How’s your head on Monday? Is your relationship with alcohol starting to impact you, your relationship and how you interact with the kids on an early weekend morning? If so, think about taking a break.

• Hiding from past experiences or painful events and choosing to push on regardless of the longer-term effects on my health and wellbeing.

Fatherhood has taught me that routine and planning help me stay on top of my mental health. But persistence and getting the basics right have been the most important steps!

Everything above has been altered, adjusted, or removed completely. Why? Because I’ve survived the moment where everything came crashing down around me. I’m not telling you to cut out everything you enjoy! What I’m saying is regulate your intake and if you need the motivation, evaluate the true cost of your current habits and behaviours on your young family. I got caught out. I don’t want to see you go through what I experienced. I’m grateful for hitting the bottom, but I’m more grateful for my ability to bounce back.

The emotional toll of fatherhood

In Daddy Blues, Mark Williams hit the nail on the head when he turned

a corner. It wasn’t just baby’s arrival or his partners PND that caused him to fall. He contributed to the pain. Why? Because before baby arrived, he had not been looking after himself, his behaviour and habits later made it harder for him to cope when his back was against the wall. In my own story, the horse had bolted way before Max was born and I was a shadow of the man I needed to become. When I needed to be a present, emotionally grounded and a connected parent I was lost, overwhelmed, and clinging on.

Fatherhood changes you, but it’s failing to prepare for it that will cost you. The challenge we face is simple… there is little out there to educate on the fall of a father. The practicalities of parenting are well documented and let’s face it you learn a lot of the stuff needed to be a successful dad on the frontline, knee deep in dirty nappies and half eaten rusks! That said, when faced with the exhaustion, the pressure and unable to cope where the hell do you turn?

Mentally the enormity of the shift that we experience only hits 3-6 months into fatherhood and by that time you’re ill equipped to get back on track. It might not be anything to do with fatherhood that trips you up, but when you do fall it comes at life’s greatest cost.

The practicalities of parenting are well covered by NCT and companies like Our Baby Club and Dad focused organisations like Mantenatal. However, we need to engage better and start to prepare before baby’s arrival.

Many dads are isolated from day 1 either by choice or because of the lack of support available. Frankly your willingness to engage, to prepare and to talk about the stuff that’s sitting heavy on your heart will help you navigate the ups and downs of modern fatherhood.

The role of your employer: How they play a big part in your early confidence as a father

Your employer plays a big part. They either provide an enhanced paternity package or they don’t but depending on the options available you’re either starting off on the front foot or you’re against the ropes, clinging on like your life depended on it.

The pressures on mum during and post maternity leave are well documented, and many organisations offer a better than statutory offering. For many though not getting an enhanced package, the drop in salary just isn’t viable and that can create a divide early between both employee and employer, and mum and dad.

In the early days a family needs unity and stability. Forcing a father to choose between staying home and returning to work creates unnecessary pressure which in turn can create a conflict that leave his unsure of his position. That lack of support leaves him feeling isolated and that isolation slowly eats away at his confidence. I know had I not had an enhanced paternity package; I would have thought differently about taking time off. If paternity leave isn’t available, the dad is forced to take annual leave. Let’s face it, that’s a terrible option. It can create further stress and pressure on the family down the line when he’s unable to take time off to support because he’s burned through his allowance.

The role of his partner: How her own experience of motherhood can create stress for a new dad.

Let’s consider mum for a moment. She’s just given birth, his employer may have granted him paternity leave and even topped up paternity pay but what if there are complications with baby’s arrival. What if mum is hospitalised or forced to take a load off in the first few weeks and months to regain her strength. In some cases, he’s forced to choose between his family and his career or even job security. Without any backing or support he’s isolated and in some instances overwhelmed. He’ll shoulder the strain but at some point, he’ll crack under the enormity of the pressure. He will of course battle on and do his best to support her whilst trying desperately to wrestle with the guilt he feels for leaving them at home.

Now fast-forward 6-12 months. Mum in some cases is forced to choose between motherhood and her career. Even if she had enhanced maternity, is she really going to get the support she deserves as she returns to work? Or will she be just another returning mum! We’ve all seen and heard it “She’ll have another baby soon and be back off on maternity in no time” or “She can cover the basic tasks. She’s been out for 12 months and will need time to catch up and get up to speed”. She’ll have worked to create a name for herself and have built a reputation for herself but once she has a baby, she’s back to square one. As a father you don’t understand this. It’s not something you’ve experienced and at times you’ll say the wrong thing whilst trying to find the words to help her feel value and confident.

There is also the war she wages on the establishment. Fighting alone to be recognised for her contribution to the business. I’ve seen it firsthand……. There is this misconception that she’s happy to give up work or take a shift with a lower number of hours to help her balance her commitment to the family home. Let’s face it, it’s not the rising cost of living that’ll catch her out or force her hand, it’s the cost of childcare.

It’s destroying her sense of independence and it’s stopping her building her own story, the one that for some is just as important as being mummy! Again, as a new father or even experienced pro… this isn’t in the manual. Her decision to sacrifice what she’s worked her whole life for becomes unattainable. She must drop everything to stay at home because childcare cost is preventing her from returning to work. Now I appreciate some mums are higher earners and will have other challenges but in many cases mum’s career is shelved. If she’s fortunate to get back into work and not face the early obstacles I bet, she’ll face barriers to her progression. Her commitment will be questioned because you are as a family navigating the ever-changing landscape of parenting. This too will play on her mind and create friction if you don’t understand it or start to recognise the pressure, she’s facing the moment baby arrives.

The lack of employer engagement is contributing to a lack of understanding on the challenges we face.

That lack of engagement from your employer as a dad creates resentment and apathy, with your commitment to the company’s ethos no longer aligned, it’ll only be a matter of time before you leave. This lack of awareness and education at a corporate level can also undermine the relationship between mum and dad and contribute to behaviours experienced by many who have suffered with PND.

The harsh truth of it is companies aren’t set up to offer support to New Dads! Companies are happy to promote ‘Men’s Health’ but when it comes to a father’s health there is little support or expertise on offer. In fact, most organisations aren’t dedicating resources or wellbeing projects to this critical subject. We’re expected to just get on with it. The adjustment a father experiences and the decisions that many fathers must take in the early moments of parenthood are completely ignored.

Many are expected to return to work like nothing ever happened. What do we do then we need to talk to someone? Where do we turn if we’re struggling? ….. I can’t turn to my employer; they know about as much as me about a dad’s mental health. My GP might know a bit and point me in the right direction, but I’ll be on a waiting list or prescribed some drugs to help me. My local community offers me next to nothing and there certainly isn’t a group to help me chat this stuff through! So, what do you do?

Work and bad habits become your escape. You throw yourself in because you’re not ready to face the reality that it can be a wonderful yet lonely existence.

You have a major role in the survival of your new family and with money tight if your partner isn’t on enhanced maternity pay you go all in! You push hard and hope that your hard work pays off. If it doesn’t then you’ll have to live with the regrets of missing some beautiful moments

in baby’s life. Guess what? That creates pressure, the resentment builds and the world around you starts to darken! Your relationship suffers and your confidence takes a beating! Your relationship dynamic - the time available for you as a couple diminishes and the added pressure of balancing baby’s needs with the needs of your relationship result in you sacrificing the latter and, in some cases, completely.

In conclusion:

The pressures on a new father aren’t equal to those a mother experiences but they are real and unsupported. Ignored and left to muddle through a father’s health (mental and physical) can deteriorate overtime resulting in depression or PND.

His pride will see him push on, but employers need to get better at managing and supporting new fathers as they navigate the early weeks and months of parenthood. The early pressures of fatherhood are a melting pot of contributory factors, some within our control and others well outside our control! We must take better care of ourselves and start to do so before baby arrives, but the reality is, many won’t.

If you’re reading this, did you prepare? I suspect like me you were conditioned to take the biggest step in your stride, and you stepped into the void not knowing what might happen. I chose not to prepare beyond what i believed I needed to prepare for. When it hit the fan, I was ill prepared and ill equipped. Was it having a baby that tipped me over the edge? Yes, but could I have avoided some basic mistakes? Absolutely!

Look if you’re reading this, the horse may have bolted! And now you’re playing catch up! Managing your health and wellbeing must be part of everyday life. A healthy, confident father understands his role and recognises the impact his decisions can have on the future of his partnership and children. But he also accepts that he cannot do it alone and pushing on through gritted teeth is not a long-term solution. As a society we must get better at protecting mum and dad. Ultimately their partnership is under scrutiny from the moment baby arrives and supporting the family unit from day one must be our priority to ensure both mums and dads are not lost to the battle with PND.

Without better education and advancement in the protection of new families you’re facing an uphill battle. That said how you approach the early days will play a pivotal role in how you grow together and how you both thrive in your roles as parents. Empathy and active listening will play a big part. She will want to be heard and you need to be heard!

In 2023 it can’t be acceptable for you to face this alone. We must bang the drum of the needs of a father and the importance of his role. Yes, it starts at home, yes, you’re responsible for how you adapt to this exciting new challenge but your employer, your community, society in general, legislation and your partner must position themselves to support you as you embrace this new challenge.

I respect everything you do for your family, and I understand the pressure you’re under. I’m here to tell you that pushing on with no concern for your health and wellbeing will catch you out. If it does it’ll take you at the knees and before you know it your hold world will be spinning out of control. Take it from me, interrupt the cycle and start to make subtle changes that protect your mental health. You will feel the benefits, they will see them.

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Chicken Nuggets

Chicken Nuggets. Mealtimes during the school holidays can seem relentless, even if you love cooking. How about outsourcing these chicken nuggets to the children to make? The trick to making these without getting in a mess is to have a production line of bowls lined up for the egg, flour and breadcrumbs, and use just one hand to dip the chicken into each. They can be cooked in the oven or airfryer. Serve with fries and veg or salad or try them loaded into pittas or wraps with some salad and spicy mayo. A tsp of sriracha, chipotle or Harissa mixed with 1 tbsp mayo will give a lovely kick!

INGREDIENTS for 4

4 chicken breasts cut into 5cm pieces

4 tbsp flour generously seasoned with salt and pepper

Anna's Family Kitchen

2 whisked eggs

For the breadcrumbs :

100g Panko (or use 2 day old bread whizzed in a food processor)

1 tsp garlic granules

1 tsp paprika

3 tbsp groundnut or veg oil

METHOD

Mix together the breadcrumb ingredients in a bowl. They will stick together a little to begin with - don’t worry - just break down with a fork

Line a baking tray and heat the oven to 200 fan. Dip the chicken pieces into the flour shaking off excess, then into the egg, then into the breadcrumbs. Lay each on the baking tray and bake for 15 minutes. Or cook in the airfryer for 8-10 minutes at 180.

Salmon Tikka Wraps

These Salmon Tikka wraps are so easy to knock up, you can even outsource the making of them to the children. They’re a great lunch option but also satisfying enough for an evening meal.

I’ve used a combination of Deli Kitchen’s Wheat & White and Plain Mini Wraps from Morrisons for this recipe but any of the range can be loaded up with salad, the salmon tikka & raita (plus chilli and coriander for more hum and punch!) or you could swap the salmon for chicken or paneer cheese.

What’s your favourite wrap filling? If you’re looking for more inspiration, head over to @ mydelikitchen for more recipes.

Here’s the recipe for my Salmon Tikka wraps..

INGREDIENTS (for 6 wraps)

6 x @mydelikitchen Wheat & White or Plain Mini

Wraps

1 red onion

For the salmon, combine:-

4 skinless salmon fillets, diced into 3cm cubes

1 tbsp tomato puree

2 garlic cloves crushed

2 tsp chopped ginger

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp turmeric

1/2 tsp salt

1 tbsp oil

For the raita:-

1/2 cucumber Finely chopped

5 tbsp Greek or natural yoGurt

1/2 tsp Garam masala

1/2 tsp salt

Juice oF a lime

to serve:-

shredded lettuce

chopped Fresh chilli and coriander (optional)

METHOD

Combine all the salmon tikka ingredients. Heat a pan and add 1 tbsp oil and the sliced onion. Soften & colour for 5 minutes.

Meanwhile make the Raita by combining all the ingredients in a bowl.

Add the salmon to the pan with the onions & cook for 5 minutes, turning the salmon over gently with the onions.

Heat your mini wraps in a dry pan for 30 seconds each side. Or you can warm them in an oven or in the microwave.

Load up each wrap with some lettuce, the salmon & onions, followed by the Raita and fresh chilli & coriander if you like.

Anna’s Family Kitchen is a fun family-friendly cookbook, which shares nutritious but minimal faff recipes with families across the country. Including more than 70 recipes, this book explores the variety of dishes you can bring to the table for any occasion. From lights bites to fakeaways and working smarter not harder in the kitchen, you can achieve fun and easy mealtimes every day.

Anna’s Family Kitchen was inspired by the author’s love of food and desire to feed her family healthy, home-cooked, wholesome meals that are beautifully presented but don’t require hours of prep in the kitchen. Her cookbook showcases the reality of family life, and how to achieve fun and easy mealtimes that aren’t all-consuming.

Anna describes the book as the go-to cookbook for busy families, intending to transform cooking from an everyday chore to an enjoyable process. It includes over 70 recipes, created for families of all shapes and sizes, inspiring people to take a new approach to cooking. The recipes are divided into five chapters, covering all aspects of everyday challenges faced in the kitchen. These include Light Bites & Snacks, Quick & Easy Weekdays, Weekends & Gatherings, Fakeaways, and Cook Clever, which is full of useful hints and tips to save money, batch cook ahead of time and utilise your freezer to make sure you aren’t wasting food!

Anna’s Family Kitchen also includes tailored tips and tricks to assist families in cooking nutritional but tasty dishes. Perfect for any home cook, it contains a diverse range of recipes that are easy to follow and cover all occasions. Almost every recipe can be adapted with easy swaps to cater to individual needs within the demanding task of feeding a family. Dishes include Beef Massaman Curry, Summer Roast Chicken, Harissa Hake & Couscous Traybake, Chana Masala and Foolproof Bread.

About the Author

Anna Stanford, is a self-taught cook and mother of three, started Anna’s Family Kitchen 4 years ago as a passionate hobby, creating recipes for her family and friends on Instagram and Facebook, and has now achieved a loyal following on social media. You can find more information about her and her recipes on her social media pages @annasfamilykitchen or on her website www.annasfamilykitchen.com

Anna’s Family Kitchen is a 192-page hardback and retails at £25. It is available to pre-order from www.annasfamilykitchen.com and www.mezepublishing.co.uk and then to purchase from Amazon, bookshops including Waterstones and online.

Pinapple, Lime & Coconut Trifle

Ingredients for the coconut custard:

• 1 x (400ml) can coconut milk

• 3 egg yolks

• 50g caster sugar

• 1 heaped tbsp cornflour

• A few drops of coconut flavouring (optional – if you like a very coconutty flavour)

Ingredients:

• 1 ginger cake (appx. 200g), cut into roughly 1cm slices

• 2 cans (435g) Del Monte® Pineapple Slices in Juice

• 2 limes, juice of 1 and zest of 2

• 300ml double cream

• Toasted coconut flakes, to finish

Method:

1.Start with the coconut custard, which needs time to cool. Put the coconut milk in a saucepan and heat gently, stirring, until completely smooth and amalgamated. Take off the heat.

2. Put the egg yolks, sugar and cornflour in a bowl and beat together thoroughly. Carefully pour the warm coconut milk onto the yolk mixture, stirring all the time. Then pour the whole lot back into the pan and put back over a medium heat. Heat the custard, stirring often so it doesn’t stick to the base of the pan, until it’s steaming hot, just beginning to bubble and noticeably thickened.

3. Pour into a clean bowl or jug, cover the surface directly with a piece of baking parchment to stop a skin from forming, and leave to cool completely. Once cool, put in the fridge.

4. Use the slices of ginger cake to line the base of a 2-2.5 litre trifle bowl.

5. Drain both cans of pineapple, keeping 6 tbsp juice from one of the cans. Mix this pineapple juice with the juice and grated zest of 1 lime. Trickle this over the ginger cake.

6. Set aside 2 pineapple slices for decoration, putting them in the fridge in a covered container. Arrange the remaining pineapple over the ginger cake.

7. If you want to use coconut flavouring, add a few drops to the coconut custard now. Spread the cooled coconut custard over the pineapple. Chill the trifle at this stage for an hour or up to 24 hours.

8. When ready to serve, whip the cream until it holds soft peaks and spoon onto the custard. Cut the remaining pineapple slices into small pieces and arrange on top of the cream. Top with coconut flakes and curls of lime zest and serve. Recipe Courtesy of Del Monte.

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East Surrey ASLTIP Speech and Language Therapist group, 07941 480456

Encore Arts, Sarah Locke vocal, singing, speech tuition, Redhill, 7yrs+, 07941 368860

Every Child a Talker, 5 week individual course, Welcare Family Centre, Redhill, 01737 780884

Every Child A Talker, 5wk course, The Red Oak Family Centre, call to book, 01737 645908

Help with Talking, website to find a speech and language therapist in your area, visit website

Little Talkers Ltd, speech and language therapy, online, at your home or school, 020 8123 0748

Lorna Meech, speech and language therapist, face-2-face, online, Horley, 0-19yrs, 01293 775069

Surrey Speech Therapy Ltd, fun, engaging assessment and therapy for 2-11yrs, 07796 694090

Young Carers

Action for Carers Surrey, for advice and support for young carers, 01483 568269

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Action for Carers Surrey, young carers service, 01483 568269

Carers Trust, offering support and information, 0300 772 9600

Antenatal Exercise and Relaxation

Saara Vance Yoga - Pregnancy & Postnatal Yoga for mums-to-be and new mums, 07754 078531

Aquatots, Aqua Natal Classes, Caterham, 020 8688 6488

Balance Reflexology, specialist in fertility, pregnancy reflexology, Nutfield, 07985 401600

Birth & More Ltd, mindful movement and hypnobirthing course, Dorking, Saturdays, 07508 594381

Birth & More Ltd, pregnancy yoga and relaxation for mums-to-be, Dorking, 07508 594381

Body Torque Pilates antenatal classes, Dorking, Betchworth and Reigate, 01737 765335

Busylizzy Caterham, pregnancy yoga and pilates, book a FREE trial online, 07760 133446

Calm Mama Collective, hypnobirthing classes for a positive birth, East Surrey, 07545 171166

Equilibrium Holistics Pregnancy

Massage, Reflexology and Swedish Massage, Oxted, 07977 098334

Feel Good Yoga, Caterham and Warlingham, 07798 501844

Fertility and maternity, reflexology for induction, Dorking, 07971 002323

Fitness Academy, Personal Training in pregnancy, The Old Post, Nutfield, 07870 207779

Helen Delaney Fitness, personal training for pre/post natal, 07961 335881

Jeanette Barsalini, Maternity

Reflexology, Redhill, Reigate and Horley, 07967 569011

Laura Worsfold Osteopathy, pregnancy massage, Holmwood Clinic, Dorking, 01306 898975

Maternity Reflexology with Georgina Wills, Bletchingley, 01883 742253

Parent Tribe Hypnobirthing, antenatal courses and events, Redhill and Reigate, 07979 946392

Pip Skinner Fit Club, pregnancy fitness, Reigate, 07780 600005

Pre-natal yoga at The Gym in Horley, 01293 863652

Reigate Pilates, suitable for pre and post pregnancy, Reigate, 07806 876166

Saara Vance Yoga - Pregnancy & Postnatal Retreats for mums-to-be & mums and babies, 07754 078531

Sally Shrestha Yoga, online and classes in North Holmwood and Dorking, Surrey, 07929 954707

Serenity Services, pregnancy massage, Redhill, 01737 763858

Silver Trees Yoga, Dorking, Horley, Redhill and Reigate, 01306 880498

Stretch and Relaxation at Yoga

Ananda, Reigate, 01737 222400

Very Yoga Reigate, yoga studio offering a variety of classes, 07999 275954

Yogamoo, pregnancy yoga, Saturdays

9.30am, live Zoom, please book, visit website

Yogamoo,1-1 and group yoga labour preparation workshops, live Zoom, please book, visit website

YogaSmith, pregnancy and post natal yoga classes in Oxted/Hurst Green, 07984 157560

Antenatal Groups and Support

Be Your Own Birth - Hypnobirthing & Antenatal Education www. beyourownbirth.co.uk, 07738 492855

Birth & More Ltd, comprehensive couples course, Dorking, Saturdays, 07508 594381

Birth & More Ltd, mindful movement and hypnobirthing course, Dorking, Saturdays, 07508 594381

NCT Dorking antenatal classes, first-time and refresher, Dorking, 01306 776222

NCT Dorking early pregnancy classes, up to 26 weeks, Dorking, 01306 776222

NCT, Redhill, Reigate and Horley, antenatal classes, 01737 303203

NCT, Redhill, Reigate and Horley, home birth support, 01737 303203

Parent Tribe Hypnobirthing, antenatal courses and events, Redhill and Reigate, 07979 946392

Saara Vance Yoga - Pregnancy Yoga Classes and Mum & Baby Yoga Courses in Dorking, 07754 078531

Sussex and Surrey Antenatal Classes, midwife-led antenatal classes, Horley, 07912 259932

The Lemon Tree Birth, online hypnobirthing antenatal courses, 07878 992270

The Lullaby Trust, safer sleep advice for babies, 0808 802 6868

Midwives Doulas and Birth Support

Anne Fawcett NCT Doula (Births), 07721 730754

Better Births, here to help you, antenatal, during or post birth, 07773 888307

Birth Doula and Mobile Maternity Massage Therapist, home visits, East Surrey, 07762 441769

Dorking and Reigate Community Midwives, 01737 768511

Horley Community Midwives, 01737 768511

Independent Midwives, support through pregnancy, birth and early weeks, 07877 862444

NHS Maternity Voices Partnership, your feedback and suggestions welcome, 07721 730754

Redhill Community Midwives, 01737 768511

Tandridge Community Midwives, 01737 768511

Your Birth Choice, birth and postnatal doula care, 07979 760977

Birth Hypnosis

Birth & More Ltd, mindful movement and hypnobirthing course, Dorking, Saturdays, 07508 594381

Calm Mama Collective, classes towards a positive birth, East Surrey, 07545 171166

Embrace Hypnobirthing, private/ group classes for a positive birth, Dorking area, 07536 093096

HypnoBirthing classes in your own home by Janice Champion, a qualified midwife, 07957 663195

Inspiring Births, hypnotherapy, fertility coaching, online/in person, Reigate, 07775 425301

Nama Mama Ante-natal Hypnobirthing Classes, take control of your birth journey, 07760 164393

Parent Tribe Hypnobirthing, antenatal courses and events, Redhill and Reigate, 07979 946392

The Lemon Tree Birth, online hypnobirthing antenatal courses, 07878 992270

The Re-education of Birth, empowering individual and group classes, Woldingham, 07562 793227

Multiple Pregnancies and Births

Audrey Sandbank, therapy for families with twins, and adult twins, Reigate, 01737 221347

East Surrey Twins Club and Bumps and Babies group, visit FB

Epsom and Leatherhead Twins Club, covering Banstead, Kingswood, Tadworth, 07796 666219

Postnatal Groups and Support

Birth & More Ltd, baby massage course for 8 weeks-6 months, Dorking, Tuesdays, 07508 594381

Birth & More Ltd, early days course for mums with newborns, Dorking, Tuesdays, 07508 594381

CAKE, support group for new parents, St Joseph’s Scout Hut, Thur 11am1pm, 01737 303203

East Surrey Slings library & 1:1 baby carrying advice, offering hires, workshops, 07718 117801

Mole Valley Family Centre, Goodwyns Rd, Dorking, ring for more details, 01306 740095

National Childbirth Trust, Dorking, 01306 776222

NCT, Redhill, Reigate and Horley, postnatal classes, 01737 303203

Saara Vance Yoga - Postnatal Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Mum & Baby Yoga Courses, Retreats, 07754 078531 Slimming World, weight loss dreams come true, Horley, Redhill, Reigate, Tadworth, visit website

Postnatal Exercise and Relaxation

Balance Reflexology, specialist in fertility, postnatal reflexology, Nutfield, 07985 401600

Birth & More Ltd, early days course for mums with newborns, Dorking, Tuesdays, 07508 594381

Birth & More Ltd, postnatal yoga and relaxation for mums, Dorking, 07508 594381

Body Torque Pilates postnatal classes, Dorking, Betchworth and Reigate, 01737 765335

Buggyfit Oxted, outdoors pre/ postnatal fitness for mums and babies, 07487 774380

Busylizzy Caterham, Postnatal fitness with baby, book a FREE trial online, 07760 133446

Busylizzy Reigate, Bootcamp (outdoors), bring your little one, 01737 887227

Busylizzy Reigate, Mummy Pilates, bring your little one (non-walkers), 01737 887227

Denise Gillman Pilates, Bletchingley, Caterham and Lingfield areas, 01342 893233

Equilibrium Holistics Postnatal Massage, Reflexology and Swedish Massage, Oxted, 07977 098334

Feel Good Yoga, Caterham and Warlingham, 07798 501844

Fit Mum Club Reigate offers postnatal exercise classes where baby can come too, 07957621702

Helen Delaney Fitness, personal training for pre/post natal, bring baby, 07961 335881

Jeanette Barsalini, Reflexology, Redhill, Reigate and Horley, 07967 569011

Little Fitness for mums with babies and toddlers, The Old Post, Nutfield, 07870 207779

Mother and Baby Yoga at Yoga

Ananda, Reigate, 01737 222400

Pilates Chloe, bring your baby postnatal pilates, 09.30 Wednesdays, Methodist Church, Horley, 07740 342662

Pip Skinner Fit Club, buggy fitness classes, Reigate, 07780 600005

Reigate Pilates, suitable for pre and post pregnancy, Reigate, 07806 876166

Saara Vance Yoga - Postnatal Mum & Baby Yoga Courses and Retreats and Gentle Yoga Classes, 07754 078531

Sally Shrestha Yoga, mother/baby, online, North Holmwood and Dorking, Surrey, 07929 954707

Yogamoo,1-1 and group yoga postnatal workshops, live Zoom, please book, visit website

YogaSmith, pregnancy and post natal yoga classes in Oxted/Hurst Green, 07984 157560

Baby Massage

Baby Massage and Reflexology with Penelope, call to book, 07729 762955

Baby Massage classes, small groups or one to one, Bletchingley, 01883 742253

Baby massage classes, small, friendly, affordable groups, Caterham, 01883 371971

Baby massage courses run by Mole Valley Family Centre, Dorking, please book, 01306 740095

Busylizzy Reigate, Baby Massage, 6wks-walking, 01737 887227

Equilibrium Holistics, fun and relaxing for both baby and parent, Oxted, 07977 098334

Hazel Janes Baby Massage, baby massage and sensory courses, Infinity, Earlswood, 07830 239924

Baby Signing and Communication

Poppin’s Poppets Makaton Training (inc. MSBF) for parents,carers and professionals

Sing and Sign Caterham, award winning baby signing/music programme, 0-2½yrs, 07812 734448

Sing and Sign Dorking, Leatherhead and Ashtead award winning baby signing/music programme, 0-2½yrs 07817 689486

Sing and Sign, age-specific baby signing/music courses, Redhill & Oxted, 0-2½yrs, 07971 663268

TinyTalk Baby Signing Classes, Banstead Community Centre, 07872 927191

TinyTalk Newborn Communication & Baby Signing classes online 0-2yrs, 07599 551882

Baby Multisensory Activities

Baby Sensory, fabulous fun class to enhance early learning, Dorking, 0-13mths, 07590 848118

Baby Sensory, fabulous fun class to enhance early learning, Reigate, 0-13mths, 07980 191420

Baby Sensory, new sensory experiences with your baby, Caterham, 0-13mths, 07762 716579

Baby Sensory, share new sensory experiences with your baby, Banstead, 0-13mths, 07957 226560

Busylizzy Reigate, Baby Boogie, singsong, play, props and more, 3mthswalking, 01737 887227

Baby Groups

Fairy Tots, One hour classes for babies or toddlers, exploring the fairy world, 07734 936551

Jingle Bugs Music Class, Wed/ Thu am, Reigate 3m-5yrs, www. JingleBugsmusic.co.uk, 07956 256721

Baby and Toddler Sleep Problems

Sleeping Bunnies, professional baby and infant sleep consultancy, 0-5yrs, 07584 324580

Baby Clinics

Banstead Clinic, child health dropin, The Horseshoe, alt Weds, 9.3011.30am, 01737 351836

Child Health, Welcare Family Centre, Redhill, booked appts, once a month, Weds, 01737 780884

Godstone child health drop-in, White Hart Barn, second Thursdays, 9.3011.30am, 01883 723496

Hurst Green child health drop-in, Infant School, alt Tuesdays, 9.3011.30am, 01883 723496

Mole Valley Family Centre, Goodwyns Rd, Dorking, Thur, book by Health team, 01883 340922

Reigate child health drop-in, St Luke’s Church, alt Mondays, 9.30-11.30am, 01737 243846

Surrey-wide 0-19 Advice Line for your nearest drop-in or clinic, working hours, 01883 340 922

Tadworth child health drop-in, Merland Rise Church, alt Mondays, 9.30-11.30am, 01737 362440

YMCA Horley Family Centre, Child Health Drop In, alternate Mons, 9.3011.15am, 01293 775777

Breastfeeding and Weaning Support

Baby Café, Horley Family Centre, Albert Road, RH6 7JA, Monday, 10am12pm, 01293 775777

Birth & More Ltd, mindful breastfeeding workshops, Dorking, 07508 594381

Caterham Baby Café, breast feeding support, Thurs 11am to 12 noon, 01883 723762

Dorking Baby Café, breast feeding support, Tues 11am to 12 noon, 01883 723762

Horley Baby Café, breast feeding support, Mons 11am to 12 noon, 01883 723762

La Leche League East Surrey, breastfeeding online support and information, visit FB

La Leche League GB, breastfeeding helpline, 0345 120 2918, 0

Mole Valley Family Centre, Goodwyns Rd, Dorking, Fri 10-11.30am, 01306 740095

National NCT, infant feeding helpline, 0300 330 0700

NCT, Redhill, Reigate and Horley, breast pump hire, 01737 303203

Redhill Baby Café, breast feeding support, Weds 11am to 12 noon, 01883 723762

The Breastfeeding Network, national helpline, 0300 100 0212

The Lemon Tree Birth, online mindful breastfeeding workshops, 07878 992270

Nappies

Draper’s Organic, washable real nappies, Godstone, 0333 456 3560

NCT reuseable nappy consultant, 01737 303203

Surrey Environment Partnership, real/cloth nappy trial kits available, visit website

The Nappy Workshop, cloth nappies, help and advice, 07949 823451

Birth Registration and Ceremonies

Celebrate your child’s arrival with a humanist naming ceremony, 01306 509087

Joanne Briggs Celebrant, celebrate a sincere and bespoke Naming Ceremony to welcome your baby/ child, 07702958335

Registration of Births, East Surrey, 0300 200 1002

Get Fit and Stay Healthy

Banstead Pilates, ante/postnatal fitness, Banstead, 01737 361524

Bumps, Buggies and Bundles walking group, Priory Park, Reigate, 01737 303203

Caterham Gymnastics Academy, Gym Challenge, 12yrs+, 07989 977542

Expressions Pilates for all, building strength in body and mind, online/ Redhill, 07866 109327

Feel Good Yoga, Caterham and Warlingham, 07798 501844 Fitness Academy, Mum’s Spin, Dance and Pilates classes, The Old Post, Nutfield, 07870 207779

GO! Fitness, ladies only gym and classes for all ages and abilities, Redhill, 01737 762186

Helen Delaney Fitness, personal training and weight loss planning, 07961 335881

Katie Cox Dance Studio, Dance, Pilates, Body Conditioning, Warlingham, 07887 578958

Low Fu Tai Chi, online classes, all ages, 07790 760990

Oakwood Sports Centre, Gym and eGym, 60 classes incl. Body Blitz, Spin, Pilates, 01293 822238

Pip Skinner Fit Club, Reigate, HIIT, small group training, 07780 600005

Very Yoga Reigate, yoga studio offering a variety of classes, 07999 275954

YMCA Weight Management 10 week courses, incl membership to gym/ classes, 01737 779979

Yogamoo, core strength Thurs 9.30am. Vinyasa yoga, Mons 5pm, Zoom, please book, visit website

Keep Dancing

All Dance Abilities provide children’s SEND dance classes from ages 3-16, for all mobilities www.alldanceabilities.co.uk

C&C Dance School, adult ballet, funky fitness, tap and jazz, Nutfield & Reigate, 01737 763391

Caterham Performing Arts, adult tap classes, 07786 061349

Denise Gillman Dance, adult class, fitness and fun for body and mind, Lingfield, 01342 893233

Footsteps Dance and Musical Theatre, tap, ballet, jazz, Redhill YMCA, 07889 877127

Godstone Dance Academy, adult ballet classes suitable for all levels, 07985 124067

Inception Dance, Silver Swans adult ballet, Hurst Green, Fri, 11.30am and 1.00pm, 07920 181454

Judith Essex School of Dancing, Ballet Fit classes, Hurst Green, 07584 064643

Maureen Brown School of Dance, Caterham, adult tap, 01883 348196

Michelle Harris Dance, classes online and at YMCA, RSoB and in Redhill area, 07984 434702

Rachael Reynolds School of Dance, adult street/lyrical dance, Caterham, 18yrs+, 07878 161246

SSPA, adult dance classes, any level, any ability, Wednesdays, Horley, 07805 306529

Surrey Academy of Ballet & Performing Arts, Dorking, adult ballet, 07941 008321

The Phillomena Dance School, various dance styles, Banstead and Tadworth, 18yrs+, 07597 388489

Childminders and Babysitting

Great Kids Childcare & After School Club, Ofsted-rated Good, 8am-6pm, Warlingham, 07789 815467

Happy Learners, Ofsted reg, fun/ educational childminder nr Reigate train station, 07889 690006

Little Cherubs Babysitting Services, based In West Clandon, covering Surrey, 01483 223186

Night Nannies Surrey, sleep trainers and maternity nurses, 07800 843618

Ofsted Reg Childminder based in Brockham offering Forest Childcare for 0-4yr old, 07981 322407

Premier Nannies Surrey, nannies, night nannies, babysitting and temps, 020 8339 0298

Sitters, experienced evening and daytime babysitters, 033 3003 2888 Surrey Family Information Service, 0300 200 1004

The Surrey Nanny Agency, daily childcare and evening babysitters, 01483 560320

Tinies Childcare, babysitters available, 020 8642 8866

Nannies and Au Pairs

A2Z Au Pairs, free to register, 24 hour emergency support, 01984 632422

Baby Steps Nannies, the right nanny for your family, Surrey, 0208 652 9949

Buttons Nanny Agency, committed to outstanding service, 020 3637 4040 Event Childcare, nannies and mobile creches for special events, 07557 043736

Harmony At Home Nanny Agency and Childcare Specialists, East Surrey, 01252 820313

Hattie’s Nannies, nannies, maternity nannies and mother’s helps, 01483 415406

Looking for a Nanny? JEM Nannies can help, excellent rates, 8am-8pm, MonFri, 01737 248158

Premier Nannies Surrey, nannies, night nannies, babysitting and temps, 020 8339 0298

Pure Nannies, helping parents and childcarers to match for your requirements, 0800 130 3434

Select Nannies, daily and livein nannies, full or part time, 01932 852735

Smileys Childcare Agency, 01628 675442

The Housekeeping Agency Surrey, providing housekeepers, nanny-Hk’s & couples, 07709 541830

The Surrey Nanny Agency, daily childcare and evening babysitters, 01483 560320

Tinies Childcare, nannies, mothers helps, maternity care, 020 8642 8866

Mobile Creches

Event Childcare, nannies and mobile creches for special events, 07557 043736

Tinies Mobile Crèche, packages tailored for your event and budget, 020 86428866

Family Centres

Mole Valley Family Centre, Goodwyns Road, Dorking, 01306 740095

Tandridge Family Centre, Wolfs Wood, Hurst Green, RH8 0HJ, 01883 723496

The Red Oak Family Centre, Radstock Way, Merstham RH1 3NH, 01737 645908

Welcare Family Centre, 24 Warwick Road, Redhill RH1 1BU, 01737 780884

YMCA Horley Family Centre, The Old Fire Station, Albert Road, Horley RH6 7JA, 01293 775777

Other Baby and Toddler Groups

Dad’s Club & under 7’s, The Red Oak Family Centre, 1st Sat of month, 10am-12pm, 01737 645908

Harlequin Baby Cafe, Warwick Quadrant, Redhill, Weds 11am-12pm, 01737 276500

Rhymetime for preschoolers, contact your local library for more information, 03456 009 009 opt 6

Rhymetime for preschoolers, contact your local library for more information, 03456 009 009 opt 6

TinyTalk Newborn, Baby Signing & Toddler Talking classes online, 0-4yrs, 07599 551882

Childminder Groups

Woodmansterne Childminder’s Group, St Peter’s Church Hall, Tues 9.45-11.45, term, 07956 307138

Story Time

Storytime for preschoolers, for days and times contact your local library, 03456 009 009 opt 6

Preschool Art and Messy Play

Dinky Doodlers, art and creative activities, Reigate, 18mths-5yrs, 07984 757613

Dish Ceramics Studio, painting and gifts, Reigate, all ages, 01737 241567

Kate Creative, fully mobile Pottery Painting Studio, parties, clubs and events, 01342 718777

Preschool Dance and Drama

Live Love Perform Musical Theatre 4+ Dorking and Brockham, 07912 696013

Live Love Perform Street Dance 4+ Dorking and Buckland, 07912 696013

Babyballet Song and Dance, Dorking, Reigate, Redhill, 6mths-5yrs, 07834 452095

Babyballet Warlingham and Caterham, fun classes for preschoolers, 07590 313011

Banstead Academy of Performing Arts, 3yrs+, 07749 111353

Bastet School of Dancing, ballet and more, Oxted/Hurst Green, walking+, 07894 715655

Cada Stars, Funky & fun dance academy, Kingswood, Tadworth, boys & girls, 18mth+, 07903 801802

Caterham Performing Arts, ballet, jazz, modern, tap, musical theatre, 2½yrs+, 07786 061349

Dance First, classes at Mickleham Village Hall, 2½yrs+, 07526 933756

Diddi Dance, Banstead, 2-4yrs, 07749 111353

East Surrey Dance, RAD Ballet, Tap, Modern classes, from 18mths, 01737 764668

Evolution Dance Academy, ballet, street, musical theatre, Lingfield, 2yrs+, 07709 348723

Footsteps Dance and Musical Theatre, tap, ballet, Redhill YMCA, 2½yrs+, 07889 877127

Godstone Dance Academy, RAD ballet classes, IDTA tap, free jazz, 2½yrs+, 07985 124067

Inspire Academy of Dance, Dorking, Horley and Redhill, 2yrs+, 07783 138348

Italia Conti, Reigate School, 2½-5yrs, 07841 144071

Judith Essex School of Dancing, Oxted and Hurst Green, 18mths+, 07584 064643

Katie Cox Dance Studio, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Musical Theatre, Acro, 3yrs+, 07887 578958

Laird Academy of Dance, Ballet, Tap, Modern, Drama, Banstead, Tadworth, 2½yrs+, 07816 008969

Lewiston School of Dance, ballet, modern, jazz, St Francis, Horley, 3yrs+, 01903 756346

Live Love Perform Petit Performers, Mixed Dance, ages 2-5 Brockham, Dorking and North Holmwood, 07912 696013

Maureen Brown School of Dance, Caterham, 3yrs+, 01883 348196

N-Vision Dance Schools, freestyle, street, show etc, Merstham/Dorking, 2½yrs+, 07887 930131

Phillomena Dance School, Disco Duck programme, Banstead/Tadworth, walkers-4yrs, 07597 388489

Phoenix Creative Arts, ballet, street, drama, musical theatre, Dorking, 3yrs+, 07814 998212

Production Bugs, acting, singing, dancing, RH2, RH4 and RH5, 2½yrs+, 07786 061057

Reigate Dance Studio, ballet, modern, street, musical theatre, 2yrs+, 07730 284343

Reigate School of Ballet, award winning dance school, toddler classes, 01737 247795

Shooting Stars Performing Arts, Redhill area, all ages, 07572 490865 Silver Ribbons Theatre Dance School, Regent House, Horley, 2½yrs+, 07590 697356

SSPA, Twinkletoes Ballet/Tap/Mini Street Dance/Musical Theatre, Horley, 2-7yrs, 07805 306529

Stagecoach Performing Arts, dance/ act/sing, St Stephen’s School, Godstone, 4yrs+, 01883 708158

Stagecoach Theatre Arts, Reigate, Redhill and Dorking, 4yrs+, 0800 007 5482

Star Dance Academy, Street hip hop break dance, Warlingham, Reigate, Oxted 3yrs+, 07522 935240

Star Steppers Caterham, fun, active, dance, singing drama classes, 3yrs+, 07810 808228

Preschoolers

Star Steppers Horley, fun, active, dance, singing drama classes, 3yrs+, 07810 808228

Star Steppers Reigate, fun, active, dance, singing drama classes, 3yrs+, 07810 808228

Starlight Tots, fantastic interactive singing, dancing & drama classes, 2-4yrs, 01737 247795

Starmakerz, musical theatre, ballet, tap and more, Oxted School, 3-18yrs, 07771 595171

Surrey Academy of Ballet & Performing Arts, Dorking, 3yrs+, 07941 008321

The Hawthorns School of Dance, ballet, tap, modern and more, Bletchingley, 2yrs+, 01883 743377

Tiny Time with Showtime Performing Arts, Oxted, Sunday, 3-4yrs, 01732 430300

Whiteside’s School of Dance, ISTD ballet, street+, Smallfield and Horley, 3yrs+, 01293 454542

Zapphire School of Dance, Earlswood, Redhill, Horley 2-16yrs, 07880 735838

Preschool Educational Sessions

French for Everyone, with a native French speaker, Dorking, 4yrs+, 07981 373620

Fun and Games French, Redhill and Reigate YMCA, 3 to 10yrs, 01737 240954

Fun French classes at Petite École de Reigate, Saturday afternoons, 3yrs+, 07913 811345

Les Petits Loups, French for children and families, private tuition, 6mths+, 07956 369805

Little Seeds Forest School, Cedar Wood, Gatton Park, Mondays, termtime, 2½-5yrs, 01737 649066

Phonics Stars, fun, interactive classes, a head start to learning, Caterham, 07817 771338

Preschool Gym and Fitness

Acrosphere, aerial/acrobatic classes for preschoolers, Brockham, 07824 773183

Caterham Gymnastics Academy, Gym

Tots, de Stafford School, 2½-5yrs, 07989 977542

East Surrey Acrobatics Toddler

Gymnastics, Redhill & Reigate, Tuesdays, 01737 779979

Gymnastics & Trampolining classes, Holmethorpe Estate, Redhill, toddlers, 07834 189473

Springfit Gymnastics and Trampoline Club, Oakwood Sports Centre, Horley, 020 3478 0203

Preschool Music and Movement

Babyballet Song and Dance, Dorking, Reigate, Redhill, 6mths-5yrs, 07834 452095

Babyballet Warlingham and Caterham, fun classes for preschoolers, 07590 313011

Boogie Beat Banstead and East Surrey, music and movement classes, 3mths5yrs, 07738 361432

Caterham Allstars Cheerleading, cheerleading boys and girls, 4yrs+, 07884 006743

Caterpillar Music, Reigate, music, movement and sensory sessions for 0-4yrs, 07766 488315

Hartbeeps, multi-sensory play, Magical Enchanted Forest, South Nutfield, 0-5yrs, 07590 371923

Jingle Bugs music class, guitar-led & imaginative, Mon/Wed am, Reigate, 3m-5yrs, 07956 256721

Little Harts Music, therapeutic music for your little ones, currently online, 07825 260201

Little Notes, St Pauls Church, weekly music sessions, Mons, Dorking, babies-5yrs, 01403 336454

Monkey Music East Grinstead & Reigate, classes in Lingfield, Weds, 3mths-3yrs, 01737 485431

Monkey Music East Grinstead & Reigate, classes in Reigate, Mon/Tues, 3mths-3yrs, 01737 485431

Monkey Music, all rhythm and no blues, Banstead Centre, 3mths-4yrs, 01932 223309

Monkey Music, Dorking and Walton on the Hill, 3mths-4yrs, 020 8432 0811

Music Bees, music, song, movement, St Phillips, Reigate, Friday, 9.30pm, walkers, 07456 257588

Music Bees, music, song, movement, St Phillips, Reigate, Friday, 9.45am, walkers, 07456 257588

Pipsqueaks Performing Arts, dance and drama, Banstead, 6mths-4yrs, 07808 921113

Rhythm Kids, exercise and song, Caterham, 3 months to walking, 01883 371971

Sing Along Singing and Fun for the Under 5’s, Caterham and Banstead, 07941 532558

Sing and Sign Caterham, award winning baby signing/music programme, 0-2½yrs, 07812 734448

Sing and Sign, age-specific baby signing/music courses, Redhill & Oxted, 0-2½yrs, 07971 663268

Sing Rainbows, music and movement classes, Oxted Community Hall, 3mths-5yrs, 07905 750966

Tiny Tunes Music & Dance, PAYG, Horley, Oxted, Redhill, Reigate, 3mths5yrs, 07977 585020

Twinkling Toddlers, pre-instrument classes, Suzuki Flute teacher, Banstead, 1yr+, 01737 356883

Preschool Sports

Athletix Kidz, classes involving running, jumping & throwing for 2½7yrs, 0845 519 5591

Chinthurst Cricket Academy, Chinthurst School, Tadworth, 3yrs+, 01737 812011

Fortitude Academy, Taekwon-Do, Caterham, Limpsfield, Oxted and Redhill, 3yrs+, 0870 166 2568

Little Kickers, Banstead, Oxted, Redhill, Reigate, Tadworth, 18mths-7yrs, 07563 011483

Little Kickers, Dorking Sports Centre, 18mths-5yrs, 020 8286 6038

Little Kickers, Horley, 18mths-7yrs, 01293 226201

Little Kickers, Warlingham School, 18mths-5yrs, 01737 761601

Little Kickers, Warlingham Village Hall, Tuesday pm, 18mths-5yrs, 01293 226201

Mini Cricket, fun intro to cricket, Banstead, Bletchingley, Reigate, 3-8yrs, 01737 814399

Playball Reigate and Redhill, teaching life skills through sport, 2-5yrs, 07507 793705

Rugbytots SE, Bletchingley, Oxted and Warlingham, 2-7yrs, 0345 313 0442

Rugbytots South, Reigate, Redhill and Dorking, 2-7yrs, 0345 313 3242

Rugbytots, Banstead, 2-7yrs, 0345 313 0801

Sporty Tots, The Limpsfield Club, 3-5yrs, 07792 396035

Preschool Swimming

Alexandra Lawrence Swim School, baby classes from 6mths, Tues/Thurs, S.Godstone, 01732 700231

Aqua Skills Swim School, Warlingham School, 4yrs+, 020 8651 2140

Aquababies/Kiddies Surrey, swimming for all ages from 2mths, Dorking, 07766 242572

AQUARIUS SWIMMING, babies and toddlers, adult & child, very small groups, Sats, 07736 251800

Aquatots, Caterham, Oxted, Woldingham and Whyteleafe, 10wks6yrs, 020 8688 6488

Aquatots, Dorking, Horley, Redhill and Reigate, 10wks-6yrs, 020 8688 6488

Aquatots, Woldingham and Bletchingley, 3½yrs+, 020 8688 6488

Caterham School Sports Centre, lessons on Mon, Thurs and Sun, 3yrs+, open to all, 01883 343028

Dorking Ducklings Swim Lessons, St John’s School, Dorking, 8wks-4yrs, 07879 417780

Group swimming lessons, Tandridge Leisure Centre, Oxted, 5mths+, 01883 716717 option 1

Group swimming lessons, The Village Health Club, Caterham, 5mths+, 01883 716717 option 3

Hippocampus Swim School, specialising in SEN, Burstow, Horley, from 0yrs, 07379 167344

JG Swimming, Chinthurst, Tadworth, parent and toddler, Mondays, 1.45pm, 01737 812470

L&M Swimming Club, Caterham, Oxted and Woldingham, 3mths+, 01883 627668

Little Fishes, parent and baby/ toddler/children 4yrs+, Caterham, Godstone, Oxted, 07834 737211

Nurseries & Preschools

PoolSchools, Reigate and Oxted, 2½yrs+, visit website

Rachel Wootton Swim School, Whyteleafe, beginners, 2½yrs+, 07956 165618

Seriously FUN Swimming School, Oxted, 3-12yrs, 01293 366016

Splash Swimming Club, lessons in warm private pool, Oxted, babies and toddlers, 01342 316232

Splash Swimming Club, mum/ dad/baby evening sessions, Oxted, Monday/Tuesday, 01342 316232

Surrey Swim School, Banstead and Reigate, babies to advanced, 01737 211160

Swimkidz, Oxted, Sunday classes, 3mths-10yrs, 07809 227637

Swimsense, small group swimming lessons for all abilities, Dorking, 3yrs+, 07971 915187

Swimwell Swim School, Warlingham, Fridays, 2½yrs to adult, 07949 184463

The Flipper Club at Brooklands and Dunottar Schools, Reigate, Mon-Fri, 2-16yrs, 07927 950841

The Flipper Club Swim School, Wray Common School, Reigate, Thursdays, up to 6yrs, 07927 950841

The Hawthorns School Swim Club, qualified, caring teachers, children 3yrs+, 01883 743377

Turtle Tots, baby and toddler swimming, Oxted, birth+, 07920 854714

Water Babies, Reigate, Redhill, Caterham and Oxted, birth-4yrs, 01293 279229

Preschool Yoga

Mind & Body Matters, yoga classes for kids, Redhill, Reigate, 2-4yrs, 07905 592316

Sally Shrestha Yoga, online and classes in North Holmwood and Dorking, Surrey, 07929 954707

YogaSmith, mum and baby yoga classes in Oxted/Hurst Green, 07984 157560

Weekend Activities for Preschoolers

Athletix Kidz, classes involving running, jumping & throwing for 2½7yrs, 0845 519 5591

Babyballet Song and Dance, Dorking, Reigate, Redhill, 6mths-5yrs, 07834 452095

Banstead Academy of Performing Arts, ballet, tap and disco, Saturday, 3yrs+, 07749 111353

Caterham Gymnastics Academy, Gym Tots, de Stafford, Sat, 2½-5yrs, 07989 977542

Italia Conti, Reigate School, Sat & Sun am, please ring for times, 2½-5yrs, 07841 144071

Judith Essex School of Dancing, Hazelwood School, Saturday morning, 18mths+, 07584 064643

L&M Swimming Club, Caterham and Oxted, Saturday pm, 3mths+, 01883 627668

Little Kickers, football classes, Dorking Sports Centre, 18mths-5yrs, 020 8286 6038

Little Kickers, Horley Leisure Centre, Sunday morning, 18mths-7yrs, 01293 226201

Little Kickers, Warlingham School, Sunday morning, 18mths-5yrs, 01737 761601

Maureen Brown School of Dance, Caterham, Saturday morning, 3yrs+, 01883 348196

PoolSchools, Swimming, Saturday and Sunday, Reigate, 2½yrs+, visit website Rugbytots South, Reigate, Redhill and Dorking, Sats and Suns, 2-7yrs, 0345 313 3242

Seriously FUN Swimming School, Oxted, Saturday 11.30am-1.30pm, 01293 366016

SSPA, all dance styles, Horley, 2yrs+, 07805 306529

Surrey Swim School, Banstead and Reigate, Saturdays, 01737 211160

Swimwell Swim School, Warlingham, Fridays, 4.45-18.45pm every half hour, 2½yrs+, 07949 184463

The Flipper Club Swim School, Dunottar School, Reigate, Sunday pm, 6mths+, 07927 950841

The Flipper Club, Dunottar School, additional needs, Sats, 8.30-10am, 2-14yrs, 07927 950841

Twinkling Toddlers, Suzuki Flute teacher, Chinthurst School, Sat am, 2yrs+, 01737 356883

Water Babies swimming, Sats in Caterham, Sats & Suns in Reigate, birth-4yrs, 01293 279229

Play Centres

Bouncing Bunnies, soft play and café, 1st Nork Scouts Hut, under 6yrs, 07800 953068

Godstone Farm Play Barn, Godstone, 01883 742546

Let’s Pretend, role play experience for young children, Nutfield, 01737 823721

Peekaboo Play Café, baby and toddler free-play café, Dorking, visit website Soft Play, Holmethorpe Estate, Redhill, Tues, Thurs and Fri am, from crawling, 07834 189473

The Arc, an experience like no other, 10am-5pm every day, Caterham, 0-11yrs, 01883 330380

Wacky Kingdom, soft play centre, The Belfry, Redhill, under 12yrs, 01737 763523

Wacky Warehouse, The Air Balloon, Brighton Road, Horley, up to 12yrs, under 4’6”, 01293 820188

Daycare Nurseries

Acorn Cottage (Cranbrook), Shipley Bridge, 0-5yrs, 01293 785215

Active Learning, Moores Road, Dorking, 3mths-5yrs, 0330 057 0986

Banstead Day Nursery and Preschool, Banstead, 3mths-5yrs, 01737 851116

Banstead Prep, co-educational independent school and nursery, 2-11yrs, 01737 363600

Bear & Bunny Nursery and Pre-School, Charlwood, Nr Horley, 0-5yrs, open 7am-7pm, 01293 387234

Belton House Nursery, 8 Somers Rd, Reigate, year-round, 7.30am-6pm, 01737 224212

Brambly Montessori at the Georgian House, Rockshaw Road, Merstham, 2-5yrs, 01737 644466

Bright Horizons Reigate Day Nursery & Preschool, Cockshott Hill, Reigate RH2 8AN, 01737 303975

Bright Horizons Reigate Holmesdale Road Preschool and Nursery, 3mths5yrs, 01737 242826

Bus Stop Preschool Nursery and Forest School, Polesden Lacey, 0-5yrs, 01372 879712

Busy Bees Day Nursery, Chichester Road, Dorking, 0-5yrs, 01306 876316

Busy Bees Day Nursery, day care and education, Dorking, 0-5yrs, 01306 742933

Busy Bees, Lesbourne Road, Reigate, 3mths-5yrs, 01737 249109

Caterham Burntwood Lane Day Nursery and Preschool, Caterham, 3mths-5yrs, 01883 330122

Chatterbox Nursery, Ashcombe School, 0-5yrs, 01306 742050

Coppingham Cottage (Cranbrook), Balcombe Road, Horley, 0-5yrs, 01293 823163

Daisy Chain Montessori Nursery, Reigate, 18mths-5yrs, 01737 242001

Fennies Nursery, Albert Road, Horley, 3mths-5yrs, 020 8770 3208

Fennies Nursery, Amy Road, Oxted, 3mths-5yrs, 020 8770 3222

First Steps Nursery, Merstham, 3mths5yrs, 01737 215136

Godstone Farm Day Nursery and Pre-school, childcare from 6 weeks, 01883 770300

Hazelwood School’s Nursery and Early Years, 6mths-5yrs, 01883 714171

Ivy Cottage (Cranbrook), Balcombe Road, Horley, 0-5yrs, 01293 825192

Kenley Kindergarten, Whyteleafe, Mon-Fri, 7.30am-6.00pm, 3mths-5yrs, 020 8660 3232

Kid Co Ltd, Day Nursery and Holiday Club, Balcombe Road, Horley, 0-10yrs, 01293 775107

Kiddi Caru Nursery, state-of-the-art nursery with sensory room, 0-5yrs, 01737 762013

LETS Explore Day Nursery offers an educational and fun setting for under 5yrs, 0330 055 3336

Lingfield College Nursery, 2yrs+, 7.30am - 6.00pm, Lingfield, 01342 838153

Lingfield Nursery School, 4mths-5yrs, 01342 836540

Little Treasures Day Nursery, The Naafi, Weston Drive, Caterham, 0-5yrs, 01883 343678

Nutfield Day Nursery, Forest School, 7.00am-7.00pm, 0-5yrs, 01737 822014

Okewood Nursery Ltd, Walliswood, 1-5yrs, 01306 627067

Old Barn Day Nursery, 6 Woodmansterne Lane, Banstead, 3mths-5yrs, 01737 373715

Pippa’s House Nursery, family owned, private day nursery, Reigate, 01737 457004

Playdays Nursery, Blindley Heath, 0-5yrs, 01342 832218

Rainbows Day Nursery, Caterham, flexible 8am-6pm, 3mths-5yrs, 01883 330335

Royal Earlswood Day Nursery, Earlswood, 3mths-5yrs, 01737 767629

Shapes Day Nursery in Banstead High Street, for children aged 3mths-5yrs, 01737 355332

Shapes Day Nursery, high quality childcare for children, Woodhatch, 0-5yrs, 01737 221441

Sunshine Day Nursery, East Surrey Hospital, open to NHS staff and the community, 01737 768511 x2829

Tall Trees Day Nursery, high quality, safe early learning, Reigate, 10mths5yrs, 01737 668460

The Co-operative Childcare, Tadworth Court, 3mths-5yrs, 0800 954 0669

The Gingerbread House Nursery, Centenary Hall, Smallfield, 6mths-5yrs, 07546 376148

The Laurels Children’s Day Nursery and Preschool, Caterham, 3mths-5yrs, 01883 337702

The St Mary’s Preschool, Betchetts Green Road, South Holmwood, 2-4yrs, 01306 740135

Tiddlywinks Day Care Nursery, Emlyn Road, Redhill, 0-5yrs, 01737 218427

Toad Hall Nursery, Horley, 3mths-5yrs, 01293 823500

Tots Village Nursery, de Stafford School, Caterham, 3mths-5yrs, 01883 340825

Warlingham Park School, 2-5yrs, 01883 626844

Wee One’s Day Nursery, learning to play, playing to learn, Lingfield, 3mths+, 01342 836884

Woodlands Day Care Ltd, Oxted, 0-5yrs, 01883 373777

Forest Schools

Acorns Nursery, Hamsey Green Primary, 2-4yrs, 01883 622000

Bear & Bunny Nursery and Pre-School, Charlwood, Nr Horley, 0-5yrs, open 7am-7pm, 01293 387234

Bus Stop Preschool Nursery and Forest School, Polesden Lacey, 0-5years, 01372 879712

Free Forest School sessions for 18mths, 4 yrs. 9.30am - 11am. Term time, 01342 778772

Godstone Farm Day Nursery and Preschool, farm-based, childcare from 6 weeks, 01883 770300

Hopscotch Nursery Oxted, Gospel Hall, Old Oxted, 8.30am-4pm, 47 weeks, 2-5yrs, 01883 713446

Hurst Green Busy Bees Preschool and Forest School, 8am-4pm, term-time, 2-5yrs, 07775 768838

Into the Wild Forest School, holiday and half-term fun, Lower Kingswood, 3-7yrs, 07835 368797

Learning through play! Tandridge Village Pre-School and Forest School, 2-5yrs, 07491 143833

Little Acorns Preschool with amazing space for outdoor learning, Tadworth 1-5yrs, 07740 197410

Little Chums Pre-school, Lingfield, 2yrs+, 07849 308762

Little Oaks Preschool, Community Centre, Hurst Green, 2-5yrs, 07887 527542

Little Seeds Forest School, Cedar Wood, Gatton Park, Mondays, termtime, 2½-5yrs, 01737 649066

Little Squirrels, Parent & Toddler Stay & Play Forest School, Dorking Mon & Wed am, 01372 378901

MGP Forest School, Bletchingley Woods, All Ages, Weekend & School Holiday dates, 07932 692022

Muddy Bunnies Forest School, Banstead, Wednesday pm, 3-5yrs, 07946 507692

Newdigate Pre-School, Ofsted Good 2019, Forest School sessions, 2-5yrs, 01306 632882

Nutfield Day Nursery, Forest School, 7.00am-7.00pm, 0-5yrs, 01737 822014

Portfield Farm Eco-nursery & Forest School, child-lead outdoor learning, 0-5yrs, 07427 633238

St Michael’s Community Nursery and Forest School, Mickleham, 2-5yrs, 01372 361021

Nurseries & Preschools

Dorking Nursery School

Funded nursery provision for 2, 3 & 4 year olds

Rated OUTSTANDING for the 7th consecutive inspection

Tall Trees Day Nursery, high quality safe early learning, Reigate, 10mths5yrs, 01737 668460

The Little Forest School On The Green, Walton on the Hill, 2-5yrs, 01737 813960

Unique Beginnings Childcare & Forest School, Walton-on-the-Hill, 0-5yrs, 01737 813702

Woodland free play, story trails, campfire activities and crafts, 07932 032626

Montessori Schools and Nurseries

Brambly Montessori at the Georgian House, Rockshaw Road, Merstham, 2-5yrs, 01737 644466 Burgh Wood Montessori Nursery School, Banstead, Tues-Fri, 9am-3pm, 2-5yrs, 01737 356105

Daisy Chain Montessori Nursery, Reigate, 18mths-5yrs, 01737 242001

Hopscotch Nursery Oxted, Gospel Hall, Old Oxted, 8.30am-4pm,47 weeks, 2-5yrs, 01883 713446

Little House Montessori, Burstow, term-time only, 2-5yrs, 07938 524184

Sweetpeas Montessori, Furze Hill Barn, Priory Farm, 2-5yrs, term-time only, 01737 823859

The Beeches Montessori Nursery School, Banstead, term-time only, 2-5yrs, 01737 359500

Sessional Preschools and Nurseries

100 Acrewood Pre-school, Birchwood Community Centre, Redhill, 2-5yrs, 07799 541168

Abinger Common Nursery, Evelyn Hall, Mon-Fri, term time only, 2-5yrs, 07842 978823

Acorns Nursery, Hamsey Green

Primary, 2-4yrs, 01883 622000

Banstead Bunnies Pre-school, 2½-5yrs, 07946 507692

Bear & Bunny Nursery and Pre-School, Charlwood, Nr Horley, 0-5yrs, open 7am-7pm, 01293 387234

Betchworth and Buckland Children’s Nursery, The Street, Betchworth, 2-5yrs, 01737 843610

Bletchingley Village Nursery School, term-time only, 2-5yrs, 01883 743337

“Throughout, children delight in the rich range of challenges and opportunities”

West Street, Dorking, Surrey RH4 1BY • 01306 882397

www.dorkingnurseryschool.co.uk

Bobtails Preschool, St Francis Church Hall, Horley, 2-5yrs, 01293 775534

Brockham Green Nursery, Brockham Green Church Hall, 2-5yrs, 07765 151384

Burgh Wood Montessori Nursery School, Banstead, Tues-Fri, 9am-3pm, 2-5yrs, 01737 356105

Butterfly Nursery School, Horne, 9mths-5yrs, 01342 843655

Capel Preschool, sessional all-day care, for ages 2-4yrs, 01306 712717

Caterham Burntwood Lane Day Nursery and Preschool, Caterham, 3mths-5yrs, 01883 330122

Caterpillars Nursery School, Tadworth, 2-5yrs, 01737 813032

Chaldon Preschool, Village Hall, Chaldon, 2-5yrs, 01883 343866

Charlwood Pre-School, Chapel Road, Charlwood, 2½-4yrs, 07999 511192

Cruwys Cherubs, flexible hours, Whyteleafe Football Club, 2-5yrs, 07778 982983

Daisy Chain Pre-School, learning the fun way, caring environment, Old Coulsdon, 07519 398186

Dorking Nursery School, West Street, 2-5yrs, 01306 882397

Dormansland Pre-School Ltd, 2-5yrs, 07855 279934

East Horley Playgroup, Scout Hut, M&F 9.15am-1.00pm, T/W/T 9.15am2.30pm, 2-5yrs, 07811 799284

Furzefield Nursery School & Shining Stars Pre-school, Merstham, 3-5yrs, 01737 642842

Godstone Farm Day Nursery and Preschool, childcare from 6wks to 5yrs, 01883 770300

Godstone Village School Nursery, qualified teacher, 15/30 hour places, 2yrs+, 01883 742326

Hopscotch Nursery Oxted, Gospel Hall, Old Oxted, 8.30am-4pm, 47 weeks, 2-5yrs, 01883 713446

Horley Community Pre-School, Horley, 9am to 3pm, term-time only, 2-5yrs, 01293 665091

Horley Row Community Preschool, St Wilfrid’s Church Hall, 2-5yrs, 01293 783259

Hurst Green Busy Bees Preschool and Forest School, 8am-4pm, term-time, 2-5yrs, 07775 768838

Jack and Jill Pre-School, ChristChurch, Banstead, 2-5yrs, 07732 901546

Kiwi’s Playgroup and Pre-School, Woodmansterne, Meadvale, Nork, 18mths-5yrs, 07899 654463

Langshott Ladybird Nursery, Langshott Primary School, Horley, 2½5yrs, 07713 622761

Bobtails Preschool, Horley Infants, Horley, 2-5yrs, 01293 784701

Ducklings Pre-school, Caterham, 2-5yrs, 07522 915829

Leaps Nursery, Hatchlands Road, Redhill, term-time, 2-5yrs, 01737 926582 www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/east-surrey

Independent Schools • Primary Schools

St John’s Nursery Group, St John’s Church, Redhill, 2-5yrs, 01737 768415

St Joseph’s Preschool, Ladbroke Road, Redhill, 2½-5yrs, 07847 221367

St Matthews Preschool, Station Rd, Redhill, MonTuesFri 9-3, WedThurs 9-12, 2yrs+, 07972 059389

St Michael’s Community Nursery and Forest School, Mickleham, 2-5yrs, 01372 361021

St Stephen’s C of E Primary, Nursery, 2-4yrs, 01342 892219

St Teresa’s Pre-Reception Effingham, RH5 6ST, boys and girls, 3-4yrs, 01372 750204

Sticky Fingers, Whitebushes Village Hall, Masons Bridge Road, RH1 5LE, 2-5yrs, 07905 429523

Tadworth Tots, special needs support nursery at The Children’s Trust School, 01737 365810

The Beeches Montessori Nursery School, Banstead, term-time only, 2-5yrs, 01737 359500

The Horseshoe Community Preschool, friendly/caring, term-time, Banstead, 2-5yrs, 07814 791528

The Little Forest School On The Green, Walton on the Hill, 2-5yrs, 01737 813960

The St Mary’s Preschool, Betchetts Green Road, South Holmwood, 2-4yrs, 01306 740135

Trinity Oaks CofE Primary School, Horley, Acorns Nursery, 3yrs+, 01293 776935

Unique Beginnings Childcare & Forest School, Walton-on-the-Hill, 0-5yrs, 01737 813702

Warlingham Park School, 2-5yrs, 01883 626844

Dunottar School, High Trees Road, Reigate, co-ed, 11-18yrs, 01737 761945

Essendene Lodge, Caterham, co-ed, 2-11yrs, 01883 348349

Hazelwood School, preparatory school, Limpsfield, co-ed, 5-13yrs, 01883 712194

Hurtwood House, Holmbury St Mary, independent co-ed, 15-19yrs, 01483 279000

Lingfield College, Prep School, St Piers Lane, Lingfield, co-ed, 2-11yrs, 01342 833372

Lingfield College, Senior School, St Piers Lane, Lingfield, co-ed, 11-18yrs, 01342 832407

Micklefield School, 10 Somers Road, Reigate, co-ed, 2-11yrs, 01737 224212

Moon Hall School Dorking, specialist dyslexia school, mixed, 7-11yrs, 01306 731464

Moon Hall School Reigate, specialist dyslexia school, mixed, 7-16yrs, 01306 611372

Oakhyrst Grange School, Caterham, co-ed, 4-11yrs, 01883 343344

Reigate Grammar, a first class education, co-ed, 11-18yrs, 01737 222231

Reigate St Mary’s Preparatory and Choir School, co-ed, 2-11yrs, 01737 244880

St Teresa’s Preparatory School Effingham, RH5 6ST, girls, 3-11yrs, 01372 750204

St Teresa’s School Effingham, RH5 6ST, girls, 11-18yrs, 01372 452037

The Hawthorns School, Bletchingley, a thriving day co-ed school, 2-13yrs, 01883 743048

Learning through play! Tandridge Village Pre-School and Forest School, 2-5yrs, 07491 143833

Lee Street Church Playgroup, Horley, large outdoor area, FEET-funded, 2-5yrs, 01293 784294

Leigh Lollipops Nursery School, nr Reigate, 2-5yrs, 01306 611381

Lingfield Primary School Nursery, Lingfield, 3-4yrs, 15/30hr places, 01342 832626

Little Acorns Preschool, amazing space for outdoor learning, Tadworth 1-5yrs, 07740 197410

Little Chums Pre-school, Lingfield, 2yrs+, 07849 308762

Little Gems, The Naafi, Weston Drive, Caterham, 2-5yrs, 01883 343678

Little Green Hut Nursery, Tadworth Village Hall, term-tme only, 2-5yrs, 01737 816231

Little Haven Nursery School, Ofsted Outstanding Provider, Banstead, 2-5yrs, 01737 213034

Little House Montessori, Burstow, term-time only, 2-5yrs, 07938 524184

Little Oaks Preschool, Community Centre, Hurst Green, 2-5yrs, 07887 527542

Manorfield Nursery School, Sangers Drive, Horley, 2-4yrs, 01293 782839

Merstham Primary School Nursery, Merstham, 2-4yrs, 01737 643978

Newdigate Pre-School, Ofsted Good 2019, Forest School sessions, 2-5yrs, 01306 632882

Nippertime Preschool, warm and friendly nursery, Warlingham, 2-5yrs, 07903 361054

Noah’s Ark Pre-School, amazing outdoor area, 30 hour funding, Caterham, 2½-5yrs, 01883 330201

North Holmwood Preschool, Village Hall, North Holmwood, 2-5yrs, 07931 212006

Orchard Pre-School, High Street, Banstead, Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm, 2-5yrs, 07708 085780

Oxted Pre-School, Bluehouse Lane, Mon-Fri 9.15-2.45, morning, lunch, all day, 2+, 07733 289486

Panda Nursery, Glebe Meadow, Limpsfield, 2-5yrs, 07812 522492

Playdays Nursery, Blindley Heath, 0-5yrs, term time only, 01342 832218

Portfield Farm Eco-nursery & Forest School, child-lead outdoor learning, 0-5yrs, 07427 633238

Rainbow Preschool, Baden Drive, Horley, Monday-Friday, 8.30am2.30pm, 2-5yrs, 07794 149995

Redhill Baptist Church Preschool, 2-5yrs, 07546 215824

Reigate High Street Playgroup, Reigate Methodist Church, 2½-5yrs, 01737 221718

Salfords Primary School and Nursery, play based learning, 2-4yrs, 01737 762940

South Nutfield Preschool, Village Hall, Mid Street, 2-5yrs, 01737 823722

St John’s CoE Primary and Nursery School, Goodwyns Road, Dorking, 3-5yrs, 01306 884506

St John’s Nursery Group, Redstone Lodge, Philanthropic Road, Redhill, 2-5yrs, 01737 768415

Westvale Park Nursery, 2-5yrs, 01293 365019

Wise Owls Preschool, Warlingham Rugby Club, 30 hours, 2-5yrs, 07790 195931

Woldingham Nursery Class, Village Hall, 2-5yrs, 01883 650345

YMCA Merstham Hub Pre-school for children aged 2-5yrs, Mon-Fri termtime only, 07732 602999

YMCA Sovereign Pre-school, Reigate, for children aged 2-5yrs, Mon-Fri term-time, 01737 222859

Independent Schools

Aberdour School, Brighton Road, Burgh Heath, co-ed, 2-11yrs, 01737 354119

Banstead Prep, co-educational independent school and nursery, 2-11yrs, 01737 363600

Belmont School Early Years, Holmbury St Mary, co-ed, from 3yrs, 01306 730852

Belmont School, Holmbury St Mary, co-ed, 4-16yrs, 01306 730852

Box Hill School, Old London Road, Mickleham, co-ed, 11-18yrs, 01372 373382

Caterham Preparatory School, Harestone Valley Road, co-ed, 3-11yrs, 01883 342097

Caterham School, Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, co-ed, 11-18yrs, 01883 343028

Chinthurst School, Tadworth, mixed, 2-11yrs, 01737 812011

Warlingham Park School, 5-11yrs, 01883 626844

Woldingham School, leading Independent Boarding & Day School for girls, 11-18yrs, 01883 654206

Primary Schools

Audley Primary, Whyteleafe Road, Caterham, 4-11yrs, 01883 342330

Banstead Community Junior School, Banstead, 7-11yrs, 01737 351788

Banstead Infant School, 4-7yrs, 01737 354816

Bletchingley Village Primary School, mixed, 3-11yrs, 01883 743337

Burstow Primary School, Smallfield, 3-11yrs, 01342 842010

Charlwood Village Primary School, for 5-11yrs, 01293 862302

Dormansland Primary School, 4-11yrs, 01342 832359

Dovers Green School, 4-7yrs, 01737 245515

Earlswood Infant and Nursery School, 3-7yrs, 01737 765125

Earlswood Junior School, Brambletye Park Road, Redhill, 7-11yrs, 01737 765125

Furzefield Primary School, Merstham, 3-11yrs, 01737 642842

Godstone Village School, 3-11yrs, 01883 742326

Hamsey Green Primary School, 5-11yrs, 01883 622000

Hatchlands Primary School, reception, Yr1 to Yr3 classes from September 2021, 01737 763549

Secondary Schools

Hillcroft Primary, Caterham, 3-11yrs, 01883 342606

Holland Junior, Hurst Green, 7-11yrs, 01883 715801

Holmesdale Community Infant School and Nursery, Alma Road, Reigate, 3-7yrs, 01737 243678

Horley Infant School, 4-7yrs, 01293 782263

Hurst Green Infant School and Nursery, Hurst Green, 3-7yrs, 01883 712171

Kenley Primary School, Whyteleafe, 4-11yrs, 020 8660 7501

Kingswood Primary School, mixed, 4-11yrs, 01737 832135

Langshott Primary, Horley, 4-11yrs, 01293 776341

Lime Tree Primary School, mixed, 3-11yrs, 01737 645836

Limpsfield C of E Infant, Limpsfield, 4-7yrs, 01883 723183

Lingfield Primary School, 5-11yrs, 01342 832626

Manorfield Primary School, Sangers Drive, Horley, 4-11yrs, 01293 782839

Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery, Caterham, FEET/15/30hr funding, 2-11yrs, 01883 343014

Meath Green Infant School, Kiln Lane, Meath Green, 4-7yrs, 01293 772708

Meath Green Junior School, Meath Green, 7-11yrs, 01293 784298

Merstham Primary School, Merstham, 5-11yrs, 01737 643978

Newdigate Endowed C of E Infant School, 4-7yrs, 01306 631353

North Downs Primary, Betchworth, 4-11yrs, 01737 843211

North Downs Primary, Brockham, 4-11yrs, 01737 843384

North Downs Primary, Leigh, 4-11yrs, 01306 611336

Nutfield Church C of E Primary, 4-11yrs, 01737 823239

Powell Corderoy Primary, Dorking, 4-11yrs, 01306 883373

Reigate Parish Church Primary, Blackborough Road, Reigate, 4-11yrs, 01737 244476

Reigate Priory Junior School, Bell Street, Reigate, 7-11yrs, 01737 245065

Royal Alexandra and Albert Junior, Boarding and Day school, mixed, 7-11yrs, 01737 649000

Salfords Primary School and Nursery, 4-11yrs, 01737 762940

Sandcross Primary School and Nursery, Reigate, 3-11yrs, 01737 245467

Scott Broadwood C of E Infant School, Capel, 4-7yrs, 01306 711181

St Anne’s Catholic Primary School, Banstead, 4-11yrs, 01737 350012

St Francis Catholic Primary, Caterham, 4-11yrs, 01883 342005

St John’s C of E Primary, Caterham, 4-11yrs, 01883 342009

St John’s CoE Primary and Nursery School, Goodwyns Road, Dorking, 3-11yrs, 01306 884506

St John’s Primary School, Redhill, 4-11yrs, 01737 763804

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Redhill, 4-11yrs, 01737 765373

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary, Dorking, 4-11yrs, 01306 883934

St Martin’s C of E Primary School, Ranmore Road, Dorking, 4-11yrs, 01306 883474

St Mary’s Primary School, Oxted, 4-11yrs, 01883 712817

St Matthew’s C of E Primary School, Redhill, 3-11yrs, 01737 762080

St Michael’s School, Dorking, 4-7yrs, 01372 373717

St Paul’s C of E Primary School, Dorking, 4-11yrs, 01306 883547

St Peter and St Paul C of E Infants School, Chaldon, 4-7yrs, 01883 343299

St Peter’s C of E Infant School, Tandridge, 4-7yrs, 01883 712439

St Stephen’s C of E Primary, South Godstone, 4-11yrs, 01342 892219

Surrey Hills C of E Primary School, Abinger Common, 4-11yrs, 01306 730747

Surrey Hills C of E Primary School, Westcott, 4-11yrs, 01306 881136

Tadworth Primary School, mixed, 4-11yrs, 01737 354541

Trinity Oaks CofE Primary School, Horley, 3-11yrs, 01293 776935

Warlingham Village Primary School, 4 -11yrs, 01883 622747

Warren Mead Infant School, Banstead, 4-7yrs, 01737 351962

Warren Mead Junior School, Roundwood Way, Banstead, 7-11yrs, 01737 353725

Weald C of E Primary School, Beare Green, 5-11yrs, 01306 711719

Westvale Park Primary Academy, Reception and Year 1, 01293 365019

Whyteleafe Primary School, 4-11yrs, 020 8660 2062

Woodlea Primary School, Woldingham, 5-11yrs, 01883 652358

Woodmansterne Primary School, 4-11yrs, 01737 353120

Wray Common Primary School, Reigate, 4-11yrs, 01737 761254

Yattendon School, Horley, 7-11yrs, 01293 734100

Secondary Schools

Ashcombe School, Dorking, 11-18yrs, 01306 886312

Beacon School, Picquets Way, Banstead, co-ed, 11-18yrs, 01737 359103

Carrington School, Redhill, 11-16yrs, 01737 764356

de Stafford School, Caterham, co-ed, 11-16yrs, 01883 347818

Merstham Park School, 11-16yrs, 01737 919491

Oakwood School, Horley, 11-16yrs, 01293 785363

Oxted School, 11-18yrs, 01883 712425

Priory C of E School, Dorking, 1118yrs, 01306 887337

Reigate School, 11-16yrs, 01737 243166

Royal Alexandra and Albert

Secondary, Boarding and Day school, mixed, 11-18yrs, 01737 649000

St Bede’s C of E and Roman

Catholic School, Redhill, 11-18yrs, 01737 212108

Warlingham School, 11-18yrs, 01883 624067

Sixth Form Colleges

East Surrey College, co-ed, 16yrs+, 01737 772611

Hurtwood House, independent coed Sixth Form, Holmbury St Mary, 01483 279000

Reigate College, 6th Form College, 16yrs+, 01737 221118

Specialist Schools

Aurora Caterham Education Centre, for children and young people, 1119yrs, 01342 778655

Aurora Redehall School, for children

7-11yrs, Smallfield, 01342 778650

Bletchingley Village Primary School, mainstream school with specialist SLCN centre, 3-11yrs, 01883 743337

Brooklands School, Alexander Road, Reigate, mixed CSCN, 2-11yrs, 01737 920025

Brooklands School, Wray Park, Reigate, mixed, 2-11yrs, 01737 249941

Chart Wood School, Taynton Drive, Merstham, boys, 9-16yrs, 01737 215488

Clifton Hill School, Caterham, mixed, 11-19yrs, 01883 347740

Dorking Nursery School, West St, special needs places, 3-5yrs, 01306 882397

Limpsfield Grange School, girls, 1116yrs, 01883 713928

Moon Hall School Dorking, specialist dyslexia schooll, mixed, 7-11yrs, 01306 731464

Moon Hall School Reigate, specialist dyslexia school, mixed, 7-16yrs, 01306 611372

Moor House School, Hurst Green, for language disorders, mixed, 7-19yrs, 01883 712271

Orpheus Centre, performing arts for young disabled, mixed, Godstone, 18yrs+, 01883 744664

Papillon House School, children with profound ASD’s,Tadworth, mixed, 5-19yrs, 01372 363663

Reigate Valley College, at Phoenix, Allingham Road or Sidlow Bridge, 4-16yrs, 01737 249079

St Piers School (Young Epilepsy), mixed, 5-19yrs, 01342 832243

Sunnydown School, Dyslexia Specialists, Caterham, boys, 11-16yrs, 01883 346502

The Children’s Trust School, children with complex education/health/care needs, 01737 365810

Woodfield Secondary School, Merstham, mixed, 11-19yrs, 01737 642623

Tutoring of Standard School Subjects

Eden Tutors are a leading primary tuition provider with qualified teachers, 01344 508077

2tutor, fun and engaging one-to-one and group tuition, Reigate, Years 2-6, 07957 283044

A-level and GCSE Maths Tuition, Redhill and Reigate, excellent references, 07747 700089

Dial-A-Tutor, private tuition, all subjects, levels, ages. New tutors welcome, 01883 712148

English Language and Literature tuition for KS3, GCSE and A Level, Reigate area, 07540 165396

English Literature and Language tuition, literacy support, 11+, GCSE and A level, 01293 784415

Enthusiastic and experienced English tutor/examiner, GCSE, AL, 10yrs+, 07960 377667

Experienced tutor, KS1, KS2 and 11+ practice, basic English KS3, Oxted, 07773 517063

Explore Learning Redhill, Maths and English tuition for 4-14yrs, 01737 232002

FCL Redhill, maths and English tuition, online, face-2-face Thurs, Sats, 5-15yrs, 07930 526557

First Class Learning, Banstead Library, Saturday am, 07789 982055

First Class Learning, Soper Hall, Caterham, Saturday am, 07579 765781

Fleet Tutors, all subjects, all ages, in person and online, 0330 057 5114 Highly experienced KS2 tutor and 11+ specialist. www.natashahughestutoring.org, 07884 431455

Inner Art Tuition, Reigate, fun, flexible, fulfilling art learning for all ages, 07713 242597

JM Tutoring, professional experienced English tutor, online, Reigate, 07961 048989

Juunipa, tutors specialising in dyslexia and specific learning difficulties, 01737 833962

KP Tutors, all subjects from Primary to A level, online tutoring available, 01737 355444

Kumon Maths and English, Redhill Study Centre, 4yrs+, 07725 867152

Kumon Maths and English, Tadworth, 4yrs+, 07591 493032

Kumon Maths and English, The Arc, Caterham on the Hill, 3-18yrs, 07311 783474

Literacy Academy, 1-1 tuition, phonics, reading, writing, online, 4yrs+, 07913 852301

Literature can be fun, Dorking area, 9-16yrs, 07905 158202

Private Tuition • A-Z Activities for Children

Maths At Home Online Tutoring, for students from 11-16yrs, 07871 819034 Maths Graduate, mother of 2 offers tuition for 7-16yrs, Redhill, Godstone, Oxted, 01342 892240 Maths Masters, after school clubs in Redhill and Lower Kingswood, 4-11yrs+, 07722 869613

Maths tuition, experienced A level examiner and teacher, Redhill, Years 10-13, 07914 131748

Miss Elaine Tutoring, early years/ primary montessori tutor, 2-11yrs, Banstead, 07930 627567

Mobile and online maths tutor, CRB checked, Redhill, Horley, 11+ to GCSE, 07518 353719

Morton Tutoring, Entrance and SATS, small group in Central Reigate, 01293 773373

My Tutor, all subjects, all levels, online, 020 3773 6024

Postal Phonics, fun courses, ages 3-8yrs, 01483 487714

Primary Learners, maths, English and 11+ private tuition, 5-11yrs, 07983 456745

Qualified DBS-checked teacher offers primary and entrance exam tuition, 01293 773373

Qualified Primary teacher available for Homeschool tutoring, 07515 366269

Reading, English, Maths, individual tuition, Smallfield, 5-11yrs, 01342 842138

Reigate Tutoring Limited, specialist maths tuition KS2 SATs 11+, 1:1 & group NTP, 07507 142692 Science Tutor, qualified, all sciences KS2-KS4, A-level biology, Caterham area, 07917 713882

The Learning Club, Maths and English tuition classes, Reigate, 4-11yrs, 07402 479436

Very experienced, enthusiastic English tutor, specialising in GCSE and A level, 01737 763996

Foreign Language Tuition

Chinese Mandarin, all levels and exams, Caterham, 6yrs+, 01883 341981

Chinese Mandarin, HSK, GCSE, A levels exams, all levels, Godstone, 07722 797845

Cours de français pour enfants bilingues à la Petite École de Reigate, 07913 811345

French classes and private tuition, CE, GCSE, AS/A level, IB, Oxted, 3yrs+, 01883 722040

French for Everyone, with a native French speaker, Dorking, 4yrs+, 07981 373620

Fun and Games French, Redhill and Reigate YMCA, 3 to 10yrs, 01737 240954

Japanese for exams, International Baccalaureate, holiday and fun, South Godstone, 01342 893148

Kidslingo Spanish & French, covering CR3, CR6, SM7, KT20, RH1, RH2, RH3, 0-11yrs, 07928 799051

La Jolie Ronde, fun and enjoyable French classes in Horley, 0-12yrs, 07766 657459

La Jolie Ronde, Oxted, 3yrs+, 01883 722040

Les Petits Loups, French for children and families, private tuition, 6mths+, 07956 369805

Petite École de Reigate, Fun French classes for 4 to 15-years old children, 07913 811345

Spanish 4 Kidz, Horley and surrounding areas, 5-18yrs, 07753 803915

Spanish tuition for children, GCSE, A-level, experienced tutor, Oxted area, 07786 362338

Instrumental and Vocal

Tuition

Annette Faulkes, piano lessons, beginners welcome, Caterham, 6yrs+, 01883 344272

Another Way Theatre, singing, piano and drama, all ages, 07919 488198

Beginners Guitar and Bass Tuition, Rock, Blues, Funk, Indie, Redhill, 9yrs+, 01737 778747

Dido Xenakis, violin and piano tuition, all ages, 01737 211978

Dunottar Saturday Music Academy, music lessons for 5-18 year olds in Reigate, 01737 761945

Electric and acoustic guitar tuition, beginner specialist, Bet’worth area, 8yrs+, 07887 781004

Encore Arts, Sarah Locke vocal, singing, speech tuition, Redhill, 7yrs+, 07941 368860

Flute lessons Redhill/Reigate, friendly tuition beginners to advanced, 8yrs+, 07766 488315

Jackey Birch, recorder from pregrade to diploma, 5yrs+, 07931 442207

Jason Gardner, trumpet, cornet, guitar, saxophone, clarinet, Redhill, 01737 270972

Music lessons and ensembles with Surrey Arts, 01483 519303

Open 2 Music, guitar, drums, piano, singing, free tasters, Dorking, 8yrs+, 01932 343531

Piano lessons Redhill/Reigate, friendly tuition beginners to intermediate, 5yrs+, 07766 488315

The Flute Tutor, beginners to advanced, all ages, Redhill, call Catherine, 07766 467261

The Flute Tutor, theory lessons, ABRSM grades 1-6, plus holiday courses, Redhill, 07766 467261

Twinkling Flutes, Trained Suzuki Flute teacher, Banstead, 4yrs+, 01737 356883

Activities for Additional Needs Children

All Dance Abilities provide children’s SEND dance classes from ages 3-16, for all mobilities www.alldanceabilities.co.uk

Caterham Youth, play schemes for disabled young people, 13-18yrs, 01483 230939

Hippocampus Swim School, specialising in SEN, Burstow, Horley, from 0yrs, 07379 167344

Kingswood Shetlands: animal assisted therapy, nurseries, schools, SEN and 1-2-1, 07827 296974

PSDS, after-school drama club, St Matthew’s Church, Redhill, 6yrs+, 07940 432053

PSDS, digbies’ weekly preschool, Lloyd Hall, Outwood, up to 4yrs, 07940 432053

RDA Horsehills, riding for the disabled, Norwood Hill, 4½-14yrs, 07774 756095

Saturn V Rebound Therapy and additional needs trampolining, Caterham, 01342 323530

Special needs swimming sessions at Tandridge Leisure Centre, Oxted, 01883 716717 option 1

The Flipper Club Swim School, Brooklands School, Reigate, Wednesdays, 07927 950841

Yip4Youth After School, Sovereign Centre, Reigate, Fri, 12-18yrs, 5.307.30pm, 01737 222859

Yip4Youth, Sovereign Centre, Saturday 10.30am-4.30pm, 12-18yrs with a disability, 01737 222859

Yippee, Sovereign Centre, Reigate, Saturday 10am-4pm, 5-11yrs with a disability, 01737 222859

Air Sports

Cubair Flight Training, trial flights, Redhill Aerodrome, 01737 822124

EBG Helicopters, flights and training, Redhill, flights from 6yrs, 01737 823282

Green Dragons Airsports, paraglide in tandem, Woldingham, 01883 652666

Redhill Aviation, flights and trial lessons 10yrs+, logged hours from 14yrs, 01737 822959

Animal Lovers

Animal Protection Trust, Surrey, animal rescue and rehoming, 01293 782356

Cats Protection, Crawley, Reigate and District, any age, 0345 371 2734

Cats Protection, East Surrey, Caterham and Redhill, any age, 0345 371 2739

Kingswood Shetlands: animal assisted therapy for schools, SEN and care homes, 07827 296974

Surrey Wildlife Trust, Wildlife Watch Club, 5-15yrs, 01483 795440

Archery

Mole Valley Bowmen, Dorking, 10yrs+, visit website

Reigate Priory Bowmen, beginners welcome, 10yrs+, visit website

Warlingham Archery Club, Warlingham Park School, 12-18yrs, 01883 347301

Arts and Crafts

Art and Soul Ceramics, mobile pottery painting parties in Surrey, 07949 028811

Art Now, classes for all ages and abilities, beginners welcome, online, Banstead, 07900 033236

art-K Dorking, weekly art classes for adults and children, 6yrs+, 07541 921427

art-K Reigate, runs art classes for children 6-16 yrs and adults, 07551 435740

Chocolart, make your own chocolates, workshops for children, Reigate, 01737 246857

Dinky Doodlers, art and creative activities, Reigate, 18mths-12yrs, 07984 757613

Dish Ceramics Studio, painting and gifts, Reigate, all ages, 01737 241567 Do you enjoy sewing or would like to learn, Bletchingley, 07910 668637 East Surrey Young Textile Group, monthly, Redhill, 8yrs+, 01737 761552

Inner Art Club, Reigate, Sundays, art fun for 6-10yrs, 07713 242597

Inner Art Crafter-noons, Reigate, Fridays, craft fun for 8-12yrs, 07713 242497

Kate Creative, fully mobile Pottery Painting Studio, parties, clubs and events, 01342 718777

Paint Your Own Ceramics, imprints/ casting, glass fusion, Dorking, 01737 844815

Painty Pots, family and group pottery painting, baby keepsakes, Surrey, 07747 826972

Rainbow Pottery, pottery painting, clay workshops, Horley, ALL ages, 01293 785200

Athletics

Reigate Priory Athletics Club, 8-17yrs, via website

Badminton

Albury Junior Badminton Club, St Bedes School, Redhill, 5-18yrs, www. albury-badminton.com

Donyngs Leisure Centre, Badminton and Squash, 7-16yrs, 01737 764732

Dorking Junior Badminton Club, 9yrs+, visit website

Dorking Sports Centre, six badminton courts, 01306 870180

Bikes

B1KE, mountain bike instruction and guided rides, Surrey Hills, 5yrs+, 07976 353963

Cycle Confidence, Bikeability training, Caterham area, 8yrs+, 01883 349414

CycleSkills, learn to ride a bike, Reigate/Redhill, all ages from 4yrs, 01737 216134

Mole Valley Cycling Forum, for local routes and cycling information, visit website

Redhill Raiders, sessions 5-12yrs and 10-18yrs, 01737 843601

Ross Cycles, Caterham, children’s bikes, 01883 331414

SibotBMX Shop, run by a family of BMXers for BMXers to be BMXers, Horley, 01293 822483

Skaterham, BMX ramps, Caterham, 01883 348184

Bowling and Skittles

Donyngs Indoor Bowls Club, junior membership, 01737 780303

Dorking Bowling Club, 7yrs+, 01306 883689

Reigate Priory Bowling Club, junior membership, 01737 243630

Cheerleading

Caterham Allstars Cheerleading, cheerleading boys and girls, 4yrs+, 07884 006743

Katie Cox Dance Studio, Warlingham and Caterham, 3yrs+, 07887 578958

Conservation and Environment

Downlands Partnership: volunteering opportunities, environmental activities, 01883 341140

National Trust and AONB, North Downs Countryside Management, Mickleham, 01372 220640

Reigate Area Conservation Volunteers, children accompanied by an adult, 01737 242644

Cricket

Capel Cricket Club, Under 10s+, ECB All Stars, 07834 694769

Caterham Cricket Club, Junior Club, boys and girls, 8yrs+, 07568 717733

Chinthurst Cricket Academy, Chinthurst School, Tadworth, 3yrs+, 01737 812011

Horley Cricket Club, 7yrs+, 01293 784097

Lingfield Cricket Club, Under 8s+, 07779 251854

Merstham Cricket Club, inclusive teams, Under 8s+, 01737 645485

Mini Cricket, fun intro to cricket, Banstead, Bletchingley, Reigate, 3-8yrs, 01737 814399

Newdigate Cricket Club, Under 9s, 10s, 11s, 13s, 14s, All Stars, Dynamos, 07734 815328

Outwood Cricket Club, Under 9s+, All Stars 5-8yrs, 01342 844423

Reigate Priory Cricket Club, from Under 6s+, 01737 244477

South Nutfield Cricket Club, Under 9s+, ECB All Stars, 0800 224 8525

Surrey Cricket Foundation, 020 7820 5666

Twenty20 Community Cricket, notfor-profit cricket camps and courses, 5-15yrs, 0345 520 2029

Wacky Wickets, cricket holiday coaching, Merstham, 5yrs+, 07896 114068

Warlingham Cricket Club, 8yrs+, 01883 622943

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Dance and Theatre Arts

All Dance Abilities provide children’s SEND dance classes from ages 3-16, for all mobilities www.alldanceabilities.co.uk

808 Dance, Freestyle Disco, Acrobatic, Street Dance, Banstead Community Hall, 07946 258753

Acting classes with Storm Fever Theatre, courses online, 15yrs+, 07528 853500

Amareece School of Dance, street, tap, ballet, theatre craft, Tues/Weds, 4yrs+, 07967 670792

Applause Youth Theatre Company, Dorking Halls, Sundays, 8yrs+, 07785 385711

Archway Theatre, youth drama workshops, Horley, 9-16yrs, 01342 712862

Babyballet Warlingham and Caterham, fun classes, up to 6yrs, 07590 313011

Banstead Academy of Performing Arts, 3yrs+, 07749 111353

Banstead School of Performing Arts, drama classes and workshops, 6-18yrs, 033 3555 0500

Bastet School of Dancing, ballet, tap, jazz and more, Oxted/Hurst Green, 2yrs+, 07894 715655

Cada Stars, Funky & fun dance academy, Kingswood, Tadworth, boys & girls, 18mth+, 07903 801802

Caterham Dance School, ballroom and latin, 5yrs+, 01883 330301

Caterham Performing Arts, ballet, jazz, modern, tap, musical theatre, 2½yrs+, 07786 061349

Dance First, classes at Mickleham Village Hall, 2½yrs+, 07526 933756

Dorking School of Performing Arts, drama classes and workshops, 6-18yrs, 033 3555 0500

East Surrey Dance, RAD Ballet, Tap, Modern classes, from 5yrs, 01737 764668

Evolution Dance Academy, ballet, street, musical theatre, Lingfield, 2yrs+, 07709 348723

Expressions lets children build confidence in friendly classes, Redhill/ Reigate, 07866 109327

Evolution Dance Academy

Footsteps Dance and Musical Theatre, tap, ballet, modern, Redhill YMCA, 2½yrs+, 07889 877127

FREE TRIAL at Showtime Performing Arts, Oxted, Sunday, 10.00am-1.00pm, 01732 430300

Gatton Community Theatre, Gatton Park, 7yrs+, 01737 832757

Glow Theatre Group, discover the fun of performance, Caterham, 8-18yrs, 07813 916105

Godstone Dance Academy, RAD ballet classes, IDTA tap, free jazz, 2½yrs+, 07985 124067

Helen O’Grady Children’s Drama Academy, Banstead and Reigate, 5yrs+, 020 8667 9812

Inspire Academy of Dance, Dorking, Horley and Redhill, 2yrs+, 07783 138348

Italia Conti, Reigate School, 2½-18yrs, 07841 144071

Judith Essex School of Dancing, Oxted and Hurst Green, 18mths+, 07584 064643

Junior WODS, pantomimes and musicals, Woodmansterne, 10yrs+, visit website

Katie Cox Dance Studio, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Musical Theatre, Acro, 3yrs+, 07887 578958

Keady Academy, Irish dancing, Redhill, 4yrs+, 07793 436430

Kicks Dance, fun, stress-free classes, Redhill/Reigate, 18mths-11yrs, 07954 785064

Laird Academy of Dance, Ballet, Tap, Modern, Drama, Banstead, Tadworth, 2½yrs+, 07816 008969

LCA Stage Academy, singing, dancing, drama, classes in Oxted, 3-18yrs, 07714 276241

Lewiston School of Dance, ballet, modern, jazz, St Francis, Horley, 3yrs+, 01903 756346

Live Love Perform, RAD Ballet, 3+ Reigate and Brockham, 07912 696013

Make A Scene, confidenceboosting workshops, Warlingham, 07900 223646

Make a Scene, inclusive workshops, Caterham, 14-25yrs, 07900 223646

Maureen Brown School of Dance, Caterham, 3yrs+, 01883 348196

Mindful Surrey, fun drama workshops, learning about staying calm, Reigate area, 07366 333273

N-Vision Dance Schools, freestyle, street, show etc, Merstham/Dorking, 2½yrs+, 07887 930131

Orbitshed, inclusive theatre workshops, Reigate/Banstead, Tues, term-time, 4yrs+, 07961 948804

Oxted Reel Club, Scottish Country Dancing Club, 14yrs+, 01732 866557

Perform, drama, dance and singing, Caterham, Oxted, Reigate, 4 -7yrs and 7-12yrs, 020 7255 9120

Phoenix Creative Arts, ballet, street, drama, musical theatre, Dorking, 3yrs+, 07814 998212

Production Bugs, acting, singing, dancing, RH2, RH4 and RH5, 2½yrs+, 07786 061057

PSDS, after-school drama club, St Matthews Church, Redhill, 4yrs+, 07940 432053

Rachael Reynolds School of Dance, dance and musical theatre, Caterham, 4-18yrs+, 07878 161246

Reigate Dance Centre, fun Commercial Dance classes, 18mths+, 01737 247795

Reigate Dance Studio, ballet, modern, street, musical theatre, 2yrs+, 07730 284343

Reigate School of Ballet, Ballet/Dance specialists, from 2½yrs+, 3 free trials, 01737 247795

Sarah Brindle Studio, drama tuition in Lamda exams, 6-16 yrs, Oxted and Godstone, 07939 051374

Shooting Stars Performing Arts, Redhill area, all ages, 07572 490865

Silver Ribbons Ballet School, ballet, tap, funky modern and more, Horley, 2½yrs+, 07590 697356

SSPA, Musical Theatre classes, Horley, 3yrs+, 07805 306529

Stage Kings, Fun-filled DRAMA and THEATRE arts classes for 3-13 years, Tadworth, 07513 956373

Stagecoach Coulsdon, Hillcroft

Primary, Caterham, Fri pm-Sat, 4-18yrs+, 0345 078 0805

Stagecoach Performing Arts

Coulsdon, Banstead Prep, Fri/Sat, 4-16yrs, 0345 078 0805

Stagecoach Performing Arts, St Stephen’s CofE Primary, Godstone, 4-6yrs/6-18yrs, 01883 708158

Stagecoach Theatre Arts, Beacon School, Banstead, 6-18yrs, 01372 730363

Stagecoach Theatre Arts, Reigate, Redhill and Dorking, 4-6yrs and 6-18yrs, 0800 007 5482

Star Dance Academy, Street hip hop break dance, Warlingham, Reigate, Oxted 3yrs+, 07522 935240

Star Steppers Caterham, fun, active, dance, singing drama classes, 3yrs+, 07810 808228

Star Steppers Horley, fun, active, dance, singing drama classes, 3yrs+, 07810 808228

Star Steppers Reigate, fun, active, dance, singing drama classes, 3yrs+, 07810 808228

Starlight Performing Arts, leading singing, drama, dancing classes 3 free trials, 01737 247795

Starmakerz Theatre School, musical theatre, ballet, tap and more, Oxted, 3-18yrs, 07771 595171

Surrey Academy of Ballet & Performing Arts, Dorking, 3-18yrs, 07941 008321

Surrey Arts, dance and drama development, 01483 519279

Surrey Hills Dance Centre, Ballroom, Latin American, Dorking, 5-16yrs, 01306 883808

The Hawthorns School of Dance, ballet, tap, modern and more, Horley, 2yrs+, 01883 743377

A-Z Activities for Children

Girl’s football, YMCA East Surrey, Redhill, Fridays 4.15-5.15pm, 6-11yrs, 01737 779979

Horley Town Juniors offer football training for children of all ages, 07753 216403

Horley Town Juniors, Horley Town Football Club, 5yrs+, 07852 952042 Kingswood TFC, Lower Kingswood, boys and girls, 7yrs+, 07971 219438

Learn Play Achieve Academy, all abilities, across Surrey, 4-14yrs, 020 8397 9000

Lion Heart Football, coaching, Banstead and Nork, 3-18yrs, 07808 555106

Little Kickers, Banstead, Oxted, Redhill, Reigate, Tadworth, 18mths-7yrs, 07563 011483

Little Kickers, Dorking Sports Centre, 18mths-5yrs, 020 8286 6038

Little Kickers, Horley, 18mths-7yrs, 01293 226201

Little Kickers, Warlingham School, 18mths-5yrs, 01737 761601

The Phillomena Dance School, various dance styles, Banstead and Tadworth, 2½yrs+, 07597 388489

Whiteside’s School of Dance, ISTD ballet, street+, Smallfield and Horley, 3yrs+, 01293 454542

YMCA East Surrey, Redhill, Ballet & Musical Theatre Courses, 3-16yrs+, 01737 779979

Young Oxted Players, Barn Theatre, Oxted, 8yrs+, 01342 893217

Zapphire School of Dance, Earlswood, Redhill, Horley, 2-16yrs, 07880 735838

Fitness and Exercise

808 Dance, Freestyle Disco, Acrobatic, Street Dance, Banstead Community Hall, 07946 258753

Acrosphere, aerial/acrobatic classes for beginners+, Brockham, 5-16yrs, 07824 773183

Caterham Gymnastics Academy, Gym Challenge, 12yrs+, 07989 977542

Donyngs Leisure Centre, Junior Gym, 11-15yrs, 01737 764732

East Surrey Dance, RAD Ballet, Tap, Modern classes, from 18mths, 01737 764668

GO! Fitness, girls and ladies only gym and classes for all ages, Redhill, 01737 762186

Hazel Janes Yoga, in Earlswood and South Nutfield, 18mths-5yrs, 07830 239924

Hazel Janes Yoga, mother and baby courses, Infinity, Earlswood, 07830 239924

Healthy Measures Weight Management, 10 week course, 59, includes gym/classes, 01737 779979

Horley Leisure Centre, Junior Gym, 1115yrs, 01293 784075

Mind & Body Matters, yoga classes for kids, Infinity, Redhill, Reigate, 5-7yrs, 07905 592316

Playball Reigate and Redhill, teaching life skills through sport, 5-9yrs, 07507 793705

Reigate Priory Lacrosse Club for girls, coaching and equipment supplied, 9-13yrs, 07919 372852

Slimming World, weight loss dreams come true, Horley, Redhill, Reigate, Tadworth, visit website

YMCA East Surrey, Redhill, Teen Fitness using Gym Facilities, 13-15yrs, 01737 779979

YMCA East Surrey, Redhill, Teen Fitness using Gym Facilities, 13-15yrs, 01737 779979

YMCA East Surrey, Teen Fitness using gym facilities, 13-15yrs, Redhill, 01737 779979

Yoga Ananda, fun creative children’s yoga with songs and more, Reigate, 5yrs+, 01737 222400

Yoga Ananda, Kids Yoga, Reigate, Thurs, 7-11yrs+, 01737 222400

Football

Agon Athletic Football Club, Sunday morning coaching, teams, 4yrs+, 07504 332625

FFA-Girls Only Football, ages 6-16, , 07901 913669

FFA-Girls Only Football, ages 6-16, Football pitches available for booking through Horley Town Council, 01293 784765

Futsal4Soccer, Banstead Prep, boys and girls, 4-11yrs, 07971 219438 Gatwick Footgolf, fun for all the family, birthday parties, team outings & more, 01293 820303

Reigate Priory Youth FC, Under 9s+ teams, Under 8s soccer school, 07801 401268

South Park Football Club, Woodhatch, mixed, Under 9s+, 01737 245963

Surrey County Football Association, football for all, Meadowbank, Dorking, 01372 373543

Warlingham Football Club, 5yrs+, 01883 622943

YMCA East Surrey, Mondays 3.50pm (5-6yrs), 4.35pm (7-8yrs) 5.35pm (911yrs), 01737 779979

Golf

Bletchingley Golf Club, coaching for 5yrs+, 01883 744848

Dorking Golf Club, Deepdene Avenue, cadet and junior membership, 01306 886917

Horne Park Golf Course, South Godstone, juniors 6yrs+, 01342 844443

Kingswood Golf Club, Sandy Lane, 10yrs+, 01737 832334

Lingfield Park Golf Club, Lingfield, 5yrs+, 01342 831761

Reigate Heath GC, junior and family memberships, PGA coaching, 6-18yrs, 01737 242610

Reigate Hill Golf Club, Gatton

Bottom, junior golf lessons, 5yrs+, 01737 645577

Surrey Downs Golf Club, tuition for all levels from 6yrs, 07811 945853

Walton Heath Golf Club, Deans Lane, Walton on the Hill, 8yrs+, 01737 812380

Gymnastics and Trampolining

Caterham Gymnastics Academy, gymnastics and fitness, de Stafford, 2½-18yrs, 07989 977542

A-Z Activities for Children

East Surrey Acrobatics Gymnastics and Trampolining courses, YMCA East Surrey, 01737 779979

Gymnastics & Trampolining classes, Holmethorpe Estate, Redhill, walking to adult, 07834 189473

Max Force Trampoline & DMT Club, Dorking, Horley, Redhill and Tadworth, 3yrs+, 07711 900826

Pointers Club, gymnastics, trampolining, Caterham and Warlingham, 4yrs+, 07737 306316

Redhill and Reigate Gymnastics Club, general and artistic, 3½ years+, 020 8668 0789

Springfit Gymnastics and Trampolining Club, Horley, Oxted and Redhill, 2yrs+, 020 3478 0203

Star-Tastic Gymnastics, trampolining and parkour classes, Reigate, 2-18yrs, 07896 431885

Hockey

Caterham School Sports Centre, Hockey Academy, Mons and Weds, 6yrs+, open to all, 01883 343028

Reigate Priory Hockey Club, Colts, Reigate, Under 7yrs+, 07817 672817

Horseriding

Beechwood Riding School, Hillboxes Farm, Woldingham, 5yrs+, 01883 342266

Burstow Park Equestrian Centre, Antlands Lane, Horley, 4yrs+, 01293 279924

Fernhill Riding, Horley, 6yrs+, 01293 782351

Kingsmead Equestrian Centre, Kingswood Lane, Hamsey Green, all ages, 020 8657 0832

Mid Surrey Pony Club, Walton on the Hill, 5yrs+, visit website

Quarry Farm Riding Stables, Lingfield, 07710 681494

Surrey Union Pony Club, Horley and Dorking areas, friendly start, 5yrs+, 07802 871693

Wildwoods, hacking, tuition and Western riding, Walton on the Hill, 4yrs+, 01737 814872

Martial Arts and Self Defence

Athena Martial Arts in Horley and Reigate, 4yrs+, 07801 442730

Billy Webb Taekwondo Classes, YMCA Sovereign, Woodhatch, Thursdays, 12yrs+, 07743 550270

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing classes for all ages in Reigate town centre, 01737 223339

Caterham TAGB Tae Kwon Do Club, Thursday, Queens Park Pavillion, Caterham, 6yrs+, 07981 244551

Caterham TAGB Tae Kwon Do Club, Tuesday, de Stafford School, 6yrs+, 07981 244551

Children’s Aikido with Darren, Reigate, 5-15yrs, 01737 222400

Dorking Aikido and Kenju, beginners welcome, Dorking, 8-13yrs and 14yrs+, 01306 640389

Ellis Academy of Self Defence, GJJ and Yong-gi-musul, Redhill, 3yrs+, 01737 761999

Fortitude Academy, Taekwon-Do, Caterham, Limpsfield, Oxted and Redhill, 3yrs+, 0870 166 2568

Kickboxkarate Martial Arts, first lesson free, Dorking area, 4yrs+, book now!, 07941 838668

Living Well TKD, learn self-defence, self-discipline and make friends, 5yrs+, 07973 366253

Meadvale Karate Club, Mondays and Wednesdays, 5yrs+ to adult, 07954 563271

Mountain Warriors, Salfords, Redhill, Horley, 4yrs+, 07742 056154

Nutfield Judo Club, juniors from 5yrs, intermediates/seniors, Friday 5.309.30pm, 07919 821970

Peak Performance Martial Arts and Fitness, Horley, 4yrs+, 07590 559421

Ren Ryu Karate Club, Coleman Redland Centre, Sat class for children, 07449 097403

Sama Karate, Kung Fu, KickBoxing, Caterham, Oxted, 4yrs+, 01903 412671

Sama Karate, Kung Fu, Kick-Boxing, Dorking, Redhill, Reigate, 4yrs+, 01903 412671

Surrey Hills Aikido Club, the thinking person’s martial arts club, 12yrs+, 01306 711745

Surrey Taekwondo, Dorking Sports Centre, Mondays and Thursdays, 07818 224532

Tae kwon-do lessons, YMCA East Surrey, Tues and Suns, 6yrs+, 07990 751578

WingChun Tigers, de Stafford Sports Centre, Caterham, 6yrs+, 07802 180181

Music Groups

BOOGIE MONSTERS, award winning professional LIVE rock & pop band for children!, 07739 317939

Dorking Choral Society, rehearsals Crossways Church, Weds, 7,309.30pm, all ages, 01306 888397

East Surrey Choral Society, Caterham, 13yrs+, 01293 786358

Redhill Corps of Drums and Band, at St John Ambulance Centre, 8yrs+, 01293 774352

Sing Rainbows, music and movement classes, Limpsfield Infants, 4-7yrs, 07905 750966

Surrey County Youth Jazz Orchestra, 01483 519307

Surrey County Youth Orchestra, Surrey Arts, 01483 519303

Surrey Youth Choir, 12-21yrs, training choir 9-13yrs, 01483 519307

Netball

Caterham School Sports Centre, Netball Academy, Wed and Thur, 9yrs+, open to all, 01883 343028

Hillcrest Netball Club, all abilities, Warlingham, 8yrs+, 01737 556539 Out of School Clubs

Acorns Breakfast and After School Club, Hillcroft Primary, Caterham, 3-11yrs, 07572 167389

Agon Athletic Football Club, Sunday morning coaching, teams, 4yrs+, 07504 332625

Camp Glide, Holmesdale School, Alma Road, Reigate, 07414 118309

Capel Preschool, breakfast club

7.45-9am, after-school club 3-5pm, 01306 712717

First Class Coders, weekly coding and robotics classes for kids, online, 5-10yrs, 07944 676239

Hamsey Green After School Club, 5-11yrs, 07889 362333

Pip Drama, after school & holiday drama clubs & workshops, preschooler classes, 07971 873073

Surrey Family Information Service, 0300 200 1004

Swans After School Club, Godstone Village School, 4-12yrs, 01883 742326

Yip4Youth After School, YMCA Sovereign Centre, Fri,12-18yrs with a disability, 01737 222859

Y-Kids, YMCA East Surrey, Redhill, After School Club, 4-12yrs, 01737 779979

Y-Kids, YMCA Sovereign Centre, Reigate, After School Club, 4-12yrs, 01737 222859

Paintball and Laser Games

Bullswood Skirmish Laser Tag, Ladycross Farm, Dormansland, 7yrs+, 01342 870870

Bullswood Skirmish Paintball, Ladycross Farm, Dormansland, 10yrs+, 01342 870870

Lazer Lions mobile party service, Laser Tag, Body Zorbing, Circus, Nerf Parties, 07800 861767

Performing Arts Services

Reigate & Redhill Music and Drama Festival, 01737 244837

Surrey Arts Wardrobe, theatrical costume hire, 01483 721697

Surrey Arts, music, dance, arts, visual arts, 01483 519303

Quad Bikes and Karting

Kiddi Karts, Go Karts, our site or yours, 4-10yrs, 01932 770770

Rugby and Mini Rugby

Dorking RFC, Sundays, inclusive, Under 11s+, 07767 425899

Old Caterhamians Rugby Football Club, Caterham, 6yrs+, 07808 163571

Reigate Rugby Club, training on Sundays from 9.30am, 5yrs+, 07914 955042

Rugbytots South, Reigate, Redhill and Dorking, 2-7yrs, 0345 313 3242

Warlingham RFC, Limpsfield Road, 6yrs+, 01883 622825

Shooting

Horne Clay Pigeon Club, 12yrs+, 07711 332097

Reigate Miniature Rifle and Pistol Club, training given, 8yrs+, 07383 466333

Skates and Skateboards

Roller Skating Saturdays, Hawthorns School, Bletchingley, 1-3pm, all ages, 07944 281862

Skate Park, Horley Recreation Ground, Brighton Road, Horley, 01293 784765

Skaterham Skate Park, inlines, scooters and skateboarding park, Caterham, 01883 348184

Squash

Donyngs Leisure Centre, Badminton and Squash, 7-16yrs, 01737 764732

Dorking Lawn Tennis and Squash Club, junior coaching, 5yrs+, 01306 889009

Reigate Squash Club, junior coaching, 8yrs+, 01737 244204

The Limpsfield Club, junior squash coaching, term-time, 5yrs+, 01883 714079

Warlingham Squash Club, 8yrs+, 01883 622943

Swimming and Pool Sports

Aqua Skills Swim School, Warlingham School, 4yrs+, 020 8651 2140

Aquababies/Kiddies Surrey, swimming for all ages from 2mths, Dorking, 07766 242572

AQUARIUS SWIMMING, lessons in Warlingham, Oxted, Caterham, Hurst Green, 07736 251800

Aquasafe Swim School, lessons for all ages and abilities, RAA School, Reigate, 07734 671181

Aquatots, Aqua Natal Classes, many venues in East Surrey, ring for details, 020 8688 6488

Aquatots, Caterham, Oxted, Woldingham and Whyteleafe, 10wks6yrs, 020 8688 6488

Aquatots, Dorking, Horley, Redhill and Reigate, 10wks-6yrs, 020 8688 6488 Box Hill Swim Team and Academy, St Teresa’s, Dorking, 3yrs+, 07813 355525 Caterham School Sports Centre, lessons on Mon, Thurs and Sun, 3yrs+, open to all, 01883 343028 de Stafford Sports Centre, Caterham, swimming lessons for all ages 5yrs+, 01883 716717 option 2

Dorking Life Saving Club, Dorking Sports Centre, Tues 7.30pm, 13yrs+, 07745 111752

Dorking Snorkelling Club, Dorking Pool, Sun am, term-time, 8yrs+ and parents, 07941 984227

Dorking Sports Centre, pool inflatables, Saturdays 3-4pm, 01306 870180

Dorking Swimming Club, a friendly family club, 4yrs to teens, 01306 885371

JG Swimming, Chinthurst,Tadworth, daily lessons including weekends, 4yrs+, 01737 812470

L&M Swimming Club, Caterham, Oxted and Woldingham, 3mths+, 01883 627668

Little Fishes, parent and baby/toddler/ children 4yrs+, Caterham, Godstone, Oxted, 07834 737211

Marlin Swimming Club, Donyngs, Mondays, 7-9pm, 7-18yrs+, 01737 400162

PoolSchools, Reigate and Oxted, 2½yrs+, visit website

Rachel Wootton Swim School, Whyteleafe, beginners, 2½yrs+, 07956 165618

Seriously FUN Swimming School, Oxted, 3-12yrs, 01293 366016

Splash Swimming Club, lessons in warm private pool, Oxted, birth to adult, 01342 316232

Sports Generation, 1-1 or 1-2 lessons at a luxurious, private pool, Dorking, 020 8940 9431

Superkids Swimming School, Warlingham School, non-swimmers to advanced, 4yrs+, 020 8651 2002 Surrey Swim School, Banstead and Reigate, babies to advanced, 01737 211160

Swimkidz, Oxted, Sunday classes, 3mths-10yrs, 07809 227637

Swimsense, small group swimming lessons for all abilities, Dorking, 3yrs+, 07971 915187

Party Stuff

Swimwell Swim School, Warlingham, Fridays, 2½yrs to adult, 07949 184463

Tandridge Leisure Centre, Oxted, Splash Dance Disco, term, Friday 7-9pm, 8-12yrs, 01883 716717

Tandridge Leisure Centre, Oxted, swimming lessons for all ages from 5mths+, 01883 716717

The Flipper Club at Brooklands and Dunottar Schools, Reigate, Mon-Fri, 2-16yrs, 07927 950841

The Hawthorns School Swim Club, qualified, caring teachers, children 3yrs+, 01883 743377

The Village Health Club, Caterham, swimming lessons for all ages from 5mths+, 01883 716717 option 3

Water Babies, Reigate, Redhill, Caterham and Oxted, birth-4yrs, 01293 279229

Table Tennis

Donyngs Leisure Centre, Table Tennis, 7-16yrs, 01737 764732

Reigate Roystons Table Tennis Club, Horley Leisure Centre, Thursday pm, 8yrs+, 07840 139136

The Limpsfield Club,junior table tennis coaching, term-time, 12yrs+, 01883 714079

Tennis

Advantage Over, fun holiday tennis camps, all ages and abilities, Lingfield area, 07748 384897

Agon Tennis Services, coaching for all ages, no club fees, Caterham/ Limpsfield, 07504 332625

Caterham and Whyteleafe Tennis Club, all abilities and ages welcome, visit website

Dorking Lawn Tennis and Squash Club, juniors and minis coaching, 4yrs+, 01306 889009

Dorking Sports Centre, outdoor tennis courts, 01306 870180

Horley Lawn Tennis Club, membership and coaching for adults and children, 07789 996133

Horley Recreation Ground Courts, free, no need to book, Horley, 01293 784765

JG Tennis Coaching for all ages and abilities, holiday camps, Horley, 5-16yrs, 07920 282192

Matchpoint Tennis Academy, Hurst Green, 5yrs+, 01883 717161

Redhill Lawn Tennis Club, Redhill, coaching, 4yrs+, 07904 347917

Reigate Lawn Tennis Club, juniors from 5-18yrs, 07889 858940

Reigate Priory Lawn Tennis Club, Green Lane, mini- tennis from 3yrs+, 01737 221282

The Limpsfield Club, junior tennis coaching, term-time, 3-18yrs, 01883 714079

Warlingham Tennis Club, 8yrs+, 01883 622943

Woldingham Tennis Club, junior tennis coaching, 5yrs+, 07985 797541

Watersports

Aqua Sports, Mercers Park, Nutfield Marsh Road, 8yrs+, 01737 644288

Tandridge Canoe and Kayak Club, Oxted, 11yrs+, 01883 715902

The Shac, open water swimming, paddle boarding, Buckland, 8yrs+, 01306 731204

Youth Clubs under 11 years

Friday Club, Caterham Baptist Church, Friday term time, school years 3-10yrs, 01883 342711

Youth Clubs 11 years plus Friday Club, Caterham Baptist Church, Friday term time, school years 11yrs+, 01883 342711

Mole Valley, youth centres and projects, 01372 833236

Oakhall Church Youth Group, Year 10+, meets Fridays 8pm, Sunday 6.30pm, 07737 581801

Redhill Methodist Church, After School Youth Drop-in, Thurs, 3.305.30pm, free, 01737 771323

Street Youth Centre, Godstone Road, Caterham, Mon and Thurs, 6.30-9pm, 11-19yrs, 01883 344678

Surrey Young Farmers, 5 active clubs in East Surrey, 10yrs+, 01737 844528

Woodcraft Folk, boys and girls, Reigate and Redhill, Tuesdays, 1318yrs, via website

YMCA, Christ Central, Redhill, Yr 6-8, Friday, 5.30-7.30pm, 01737 229236

YMCA, Horley Young People Centre, Yr 6-8, Monday, 3-5.30pm, 01737 222859

YMCA, Horley Young People

Centre, Yr 9-11, Monday, 6.30-8pm, 01737 222859

YMCA, Merstham Community Centre, Yr 6-8, Wednesday, 5-7pm, 01737 222859

YMCA, Merstham Community Centre, Yr 8-11, Wednesday, 3-5pm, 01737 222859

YMCA, Merstham Community Centre, Yr 9-11, Thursday, 3-5pm, 01737 222859

YMCA, Pheonix Youth Centre, Tadworth, Yr 6-8, Friday, 4.30-6.30pm, 01737 222859

YMCA, Pheonix Youth Centre, Tadworth, Yr 6-8, Thursday, 5.307.30pm, 01737 222859

YMCA, Pheonix Youth Centre, Tadworth, Yr 9-11, Tuesday, 5.307.30pm, 01737 222859

YMCA, Sovereign Centre, Reigate, Yr 9-11, Monday, 6.30-8.30pm, 01737 222859

Local Leisure Information

Active Surrey, helps and encourages physical activity, all ages, 01483 518944

Mole Valley Sports Development Officer, 01306 879194

Reigate and Banstead District Sports Council, 01737 212912

Reigate and Banstead Leisure Services, 01737 276000

Active Parties

Aqua Sports, Mercers Park, Nutfield Marsh Road, 8-13yrs, 01737 644288

Athena Martial Arts, learn new skills with friends and have fun, 07801 442730

Athletix Kidz, party games involving running, jumping & throwing for 2½7yrs, 0845 519 5591

Bullswood Skirmish Paintball, Ladycross Farm, Dormansland, 10yrs+, 01342 870870

Caterham Gymnastics Academy, gymnastics and fitness parties, 2½14yrs, 07989 977542

Cuti-Calls Beauty pamper parties 4-16yrs in your home or venue, 07717 311019

D&D Footie Focus, football themed parties, 5-12yrs, 07969 669153

DNA Kids, a range of themed and virtual parties, across Surrey, 4-14yrs, 01245 401401

Fizz Pop Science, a science party to remember, East Surrey, 5-12yrs, 01293 855343

Fun Football Parties, Chidren’s Party Organiser, Surrey, 5-10 yrs, www.funfootballparties.co..uk

Fun Trampoline Birthday Parties at Saturn V Rebound Hall, Caterham for ages 4+, 01342 323530

Gatwick Footgolf, fun for all the family, birthday parties, team outings & more, 01293 820303

Genie Lab Science Parties, mind blowing science that will captivate your guests!, 01483 811890

Kiddi Karts, Go Kart parties, our site or yours, 4-10yrs, 01932 770770

Kiddi Karts, go-karts, 4yrs-adult, 07852 731352

Kingsmead Riding Parties, suitable for first timers, riding, grooming, games, 020 8657 0832

Leafy Learners, Woodland free play, story trails, campfire activities and crafts, 07932 032626

Little Kickers, Banstead, Oxted, Redhill, Reigate, Tadworth, 18mths-7yrs, 07563 011483

Little Kickers, Horley, 18mths-9yrs, 01293 226201

Live Love Perform, themed dance parties across Surrey, ages 2+, 07912 696013

Make Ready Events, laser tag, nerf, woodland adventure or archery parties, 7yrs+, 07775 696790

Mega Parties at Hawthorns School, Wet ’n’ Wild, Outdoor Adventures and lots more, 01883 743377

NEAT, offering a range of sporting games, leagues and competitions, tot to teen, 07852 958107

Oakwood Sports Centre, Horley, runs FANTASTIC children’s parties for 3-12yrs, 01293 822238

Paint Splatter Parties at Epoch Art Gallery, ages 3-12 years, 01737 668565

Pointers Club, gymnasticsand trampolining parties, 4yrs, 07737 306316

Razzle Dazzle, dance and cheerleading parties, East Surrey and beyond, visit website

Rugbytots Parties, aged 3-7yrs, 0345 313 3242

Skaterham, BMX, inlines, scooters and skateboarding, Caterham, 01883 348184

Skating parties, children’s and adult’s roller skates provided, 7yrs+, 07944 281862

Soft Play and Football, YMCA East Surrey, Redhill, Saturdays/Sundays, 0-12yrs, 01737 779979

Soft Play and Gymnastics, YMCA Sovereign Centre, Reigate, Sundays, 0-12yrs, 01737 222859

Springfit Gymnastics and/or Trampoline parties, Horley, Oxted and Redhill, 4yrs+, 020 3478 0203

Tailor made themed parties at Gatton Park, 5-10yrs, 01737 649066

Warlingham School Sports Centre and Swimming Pool, private hire, Warlingham, 01883 621905

WildCats Birthday Parties at Caterham School, supervised high ropes and climbing, 01883 343028 Wildfit Obstacle Course parties, outdoor fun, May to Oct, Bletchingley, 6yrs+, 07803 002236

Craft and Cookery Parties

Art and Soul Ceramics, mobile pottery painting in Surrey and surrounding area, 07949 028811

Chocolart, chocolate making parties, Reigate, 8 to 15yrs, 01737 246857

Dish Ceramics Studio, painting parties, Reigate, 4yrs+, 01737 241567

Kate Creative, fully mobile Pottery Painting Studio, parties, clubs and events, 01342 718777

Kitchen Queen, cooking parties in your own home, 07967 620317

Krafty Kids Club, arts and crafts parties, in East Surrey area, 1yr+, 07590 679326

Paint Your Own Ceramics, imprints/ casting, glass fusion, Dorking, 01737 844815

Painty Pots, children’s pottery painting, parties and groups, fun for all ages, 07747 826972

Pandibakes, cup-cake and craft parties, Surrey, 4yrs+, 07516 961799

Rainbow Pottery, pottery painting, clay workshops, Horley, ALL ages, 01293 785200

Face Painting and Pamper Parties

Angels n Divas, pamper parties for girls, 4-16yrs, 07771 964626

Cuti-Calls Beauty pamper parties, 4-16yrs in your home or venue, 07717 311019

Face Painting for Fun Occasions, Redhill, 2 to 10yrs, 01737 767798

Fiona Tosh, face-painting with glitter for parties, events and festivals, 07494 709487

Froggle Parties, face painting, glitter tattoos, any kind of designs, 020 8617 9070

Mr Twist Children’s Parties, face painting by Holly, Surrey, 07951 301074

Professional face painting and balloon modelling at fantastic prices, 3yrs+, 01372 378637

Farm and Animal Parties

Godstone Farm, children’s farm, adventure play and soft play, 01883 742546

Kingswood Shetlands: miniature ponies for parties, schools, SEN and care homes, 07827 296974

Leisure Centre Parties

Tadworth Leisure Centre, bouncy castle and swimming parties, 01737 361933

Mainly Magic Parties

Allsortsoffun, Pirate, Knight, Spy Party, Magic, Puppets, 07845 320001

Children’s party entertainer and magic shows, Sussex and Surrey, 4-11yrs, 07734 101987

DNA Kids, a range of themed and virtual parties, across Surrey, 4-14yrs, 01245 401401

Froggle Parties, magic, balloons, puppetry, games, dancing, prizes, bubbles, 020 8617 9070

Party Stuff

Malcolm the Magician, magic, balloons, games, across Surrey, 07734 925330

Marco the Magician, children’s parties with magic, games and fun, 01435 864124

Mr Twist, the greatest children’s magical entertainment show, Surrey, 07951 301074

Theo the Magician, interactive fun magic with games and plate spinning, 07711 724129

Music Dance and Drama Parties

Boogie Beat Banstead and East Surrey, music and movement, parties for 1-6yrs, 07738 361432

DNA Kids, a range of themed and virtual parties, across Surrey, 4-14yrs, 01245 401401

Drummotivator, high energy, fun, interactive drumming parties, for all ages, 07572 426120

Froggle Parties, games, dancing, story telling, balloon models, prizes, bubbles, 020 8617 9070

GObounce parties, energetic, fun kids dance and disco parties, to any theme, 07717 575955

Hartbeeps, at your home or The Magical Enchanted Forest, South Nutfield, 0-5yrs, 07590 371923

Inspire Academy of Dance, Dorking, Horley and Redhill, 2yrs+, 07783 138348

Jingle Bugs parties, music and lots of fun! 1-5yrs, call Nina, 07956 256721

Kicks Dance, fun, themed dance parties, Redhill/Reigate, 18mths-11yrs, 07954 785064

Lucky Dip Disco with award winning entertainer Mr Manic playing music and games, 07940 570548

Perform Parties, high energy, fun, totally infectious, themed, 4-7 and 7-12yrs, 020 7255 9120

Pipsqueaks Performing Arts, interactive games and musical fun, Banstead, 1-10yrs, 07808 921113

RSB Dance parties, all styles of dance at very competitive prices, 01737 247795

Star Dance Academy, dance parties for children aged 5yrs+, 07522 935240

Star Steppers Dance Parties, Street Dance, Pop Songs and Games, 4yrs+, 07810 808228

Tiny Tunes Parties, singing, bubbles, dancing, balloon-modelling, 1-5yrs, 07977 585020

UV disco, games UV facepaint etc, 4-9 yrs, www.GlowBugparties.co.uk, 07956 256721

Zapphire School of Dance parties for boys and girls, 16mths-16yrs, 07880 735838

Soft Play Parties

1st Class Bouncy Castles, parties, events and soft play, 07941 663442 Bouncing Bunnies, soft play parties, 1st Nork Scouts Hut, under 6yrs, 07800 953068

Lets Explore, soft play for parties, Horley, 0-10yrs, 0330 055 3336 Let’s Pretend, role play experience for young children, Nutfield, 01737 823721

Peekaboo Play Café, baby and toddler free-play café, Dorking, visit website The Arc, soft play parties, exclusive hire, Caterham, call for details, 01883 330380

Wacky Kingdom, soft play centre, The Belfry, Redhill, under 12yrs, 01737 763523

Wacky Warehouse, The Air Balloon, Brighton Road, Horley, up to 12yrs, under 4’6”, 01293 820188

YMCA East Surrey, Redhill, Saturdays and Sundays, 0-12yrs, 01737 779979

YMCA Sovereign Centre, Reigate, Sundays, 0-12yrs, 01737 222859

Other Amazing Parties

Allsortsoffun, Pirate, Knight, Spy Party, Magic, Puppets, 07845 320001

BOOGIE MONSTERS, award winning professional LIVE rock & pop band for children!, 07739 317939

Bouncy Rainbows, a wide range of party themes to choose from, 01293 888776

Crazy Beanz, children’s themed party entertainers, 07955 854881

Dazzle & Fizz Magical Bespoke Parties, speciality performers, all ages, 01483 849009

DNA Kids, a range of themed and virtual parties, across Surrey, 4-14yrs, 01245 401401

Fizz Pop Science, a science party to remember, East Surrey, 5-12yrs, 01293 855343

Force Academy Parties, Star Wars themed birthday parties, 6-8yrs, 07793 280378

Froggle Parties, science parties, bubble parties, clowns, discos, games/ dancing, 020 8617 9070

Mr Mysto, magic and balloons, Reigate, freephone, 0800 018 8118

Nutty’s Children’s Parties, adventure parties, drama workshops, discos and more, 07884 050954

Pop Up Arcade, The Ultimate Gaming Birthday Party. Set up inside or in our heated gaming tents, 0203 0892439 Professor Twist, bespoke balloon sculptor and magician, suitable for all ages, 07813 138788

Science Wizards, high-energy and hands-on science parties, 5-12yrs, 0845 652 1215

Sleepy Teepee Surrey, magical sleepover parties, balloons and popup picnics, 07872 114191

Sublime Science Parties, all across Surrey (Dragon’s Den winner!), 0845 508 5387

The Outdoors Project, Inspiring Outdoor Adventure Clubs and Birthday Parties, 07547 797950

Party Stuff • Holiday Schemes & Activities

Theo the Magician, interactive fun magic with games and plate spinning, 07711 724129

Wildfit Obstacle Course parties, outdoor fun, May to Oct, Bletchingley, 6yrs+, 07803 002236

Hall Hire

Banstead Centre, The Horseshoe, Bolters Lane, Banstead, 01737 361712

Banstead Community Hall, 01737 356394

Banstead United Reformed Church Hall, 01737 373736

Burgh Heath War Memorial Hall, available for children’s parties, 01737 352883

Caterham Soper Hall, Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, 01883 340678

Centenary Halls, Smallfield, 01342 841880

Colman Redland Centre, 2 halls/1 meeting room for hire/clubs/parties, Reigate, 07850 280569

Good Shepherd Church Hall, Tadworth, children’s parties, 01737 819646

Harlequin Theatre and Cinema, Redhill, 01737 276500

Lingfield and Dormansland Community Centre, High Street, Lingfield, 01342 833893

Lower Kingswood Church Hall, for every type of event, 01737 246619

Meeting Room, Dorking Nursery School, West Street, Dorking, 01306 882397

Merstham Community Facility, 2b Portland Drive, Merstham RH1 3HY, 01737 333461

Mickleham Village Hall, off the A24, available for parties, 07790 941601 North Holmwood Village Hall, 2 halls and committee room, 07712 224681

Redhill Methodist Church, a selection of meeting rooms available, 01737 771323

Regent House Community Centre, Albert Road, Horley, 01293 774770

Reigate Community Centre, High Street, Reigate, RH2 9AE, halls and meeting rooms, 07999 525893

Riddell Memorial Hall, Walton on the Hill, children’s parties, 01737 813265

Salfords Village Hall, Salfords RH1 5DG, 01737 780339

South Park Sports Association, hall available for adult events only, 01737 245963

St Anne’s Parish Hall, Banstead, 01737 353724

St Mary’s Church, hall for private hire week days and weekends, 01883 348751

St Paul’s Church Hall, Warren Road, Nork, 01737 850700

Tesco Gatwick Community Room, FREE for local hire only, parking, tea/ coffee inc, 07756 577058/59

The Edmonds Community Hall for hire, Horley, 01293 784765

The Lloyd Hall, Brickfield Road, Outwood, 07717 057485

The New Defence, Horley Town Football Club, Anderson Way, Horley, 01293 822000

Three Central Ltd, 7 varied sized rooms and hot desks, Redhill Town Centre, 01737 888638

Whyteleaf Park Pavilion, function room for weekday baby classes & at weekends for children’s parties, 07306 111844

Woodhatch Community Centre, Whitebeam Drive, Woodhatch, 01737 221030

Woodmansterne Village Hall, 01737 851313

Party Supplies

4 Ur Party, balloons, hire soft play, mascots, tables and chairs and covers, 07940 086426

Fun4U Photobooth Hire, parties and events, 07941 663442

Gamewagon, junior game creators, something different for girls and boys, 0800 088 6510

GIANT LIGHT UP NUMBER hire for birthday parties, from 25, 01883 770666

Monkey Business, party shop, 51 Lesbourne Road, Reigate RH2 7JX, 01737 221081

Packaway Parties, cool themed kids party pack hire, one-stop party solutions, 07739 722482

Party Bits and Bobs, balloons and party supplies, Beare Green, Dorking, 01306 743119

Party Lanes, children’s party bag fillers, loot bags, stocking fillers, -10yrs, 0844 884 4647

Party Parcels, balloon decorators and party supplies, Kingswood, 01737 832656

Partylily party boxes and accessories, everything for your themed party, 01306 731343

Putty Cakes Cake Shop, specialist sugarcraft retailer, Charlwood, 01293 863600

Revolution Recreation * Party tent and games hire * Reigate and Caterham areas, 01883 770666

Soft Play and Bouncy

Castle Inflatables

Banstead Bouncers, family run business, friendly and reliable service, 07917 625969

Bouncing Bunnies, bouncy castle and soft play hire, 07800 953068

Bouncy Rainbows, a wide range of inflatables to choose from, 01293 888776

Castles in the Air, for all your bouncy castle needs, 01737 559572

Giggles and Wriggles, soft play hire, bouncy castle, 10 mile radius of Reigate, 07540 637332

Lets Explore, state-of-the-art adventure soft play venue, Horley, 0-10yrs, 0330 055 3336

Lets-Bounce UK, bouncy castles, inflatable slides, soft play, ball pool and more, 01256 703772

Cakes and Caterers

Bake Me A Cake, birthdays, weddings, celebrations, Horley, 07751 379404

Dommies Bakehouse, novelty cakes, cupcakes, sweets cones and more + we deliver!!, 07572 664161

Popatoo Cakes, celebration cakes and cake pops for all occasions, Reigate area, 07841 495686

Putty Cakes Cake Shop, specialist sugarcraft retailer, Charlwood, 01293 863600

Velvet Fig is a cake specialist. We make cake memorable! Dorking, 07789 452712

Holiday Schemes and Activities

Action House Holiday Playscheme, Dorking, primary school age children, 07984 405474

Advantage Over, fun holiday tennis camps, all ages and abilities, Lingfield area, 07748 384897

Agon Sports Services, multisports, Oakhyrst Grange School, Caterham, 4-12yrs, 07504 332625

Aqua Sports, Mercers Park, Nutfield Marsh Road, 6-13yrs, 01737 644288

Camp Beaumont Day Camp, Chinthurst School, Tadworth, 3-16yrs, 01603 851000

Camp Beaumont Day Camp, Reigate St Mary’s School, 3-16yrs, 01603 851000

Camp Glide, Multi Activity, Wray Common School holidays, 4-12yrs in education, 0330 113 5600

Camp Hawthorns, Bletchingley, multiactivity days, bushcraft, art camps, 4-12yrs, 01883 743377

Camp Hawthorns, Hawthorns School Sports Centre, 4-12yrs, 01883 743377

Caterham Gymnastics Academy, gymnastics fitness, de Stafford School, 4yrs-16yrs, 07989 977542

Challengers Youthschemes, for young people with disability, 13-18yrs, Caterham, 01483 579390

D&D Footie Focus, football holiday camps in Sussex and Surrey, 4-10yrs, 07969 669153

Dorking Lawn Tennis and Squash Club, Junior Tournament, 4yrs+, 01306 889009

East Surrey Dance, August SHOWTIME Summer School, Woldingham, from 3yrs, 01737 764668

Encore Arts, unique vocal and drama group, 5-16yrs, 07941 368860

First Class Coders, weekly coding and robotics classes for kids, online, 5-10yrs, 07944 676239

Gatton Park, holiday schemes and activities, Reigate, 01737 649066

Great Kids Childcare & After School Club, Ofsted-rated Good, 8am-6pm, Warlingham, 07789 815467

Hillcrest Netball Club, summer camp, Warlingham Rugby Club, 8-14yrs, 07957 187314

BOOK NOW for summer!

A variety of fun and educational holiday camps for children aged 3 - 16 years this summer holidays

www.wildcatscamp.co.uk

British Wildlife Centre

l Scottish wilcats

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l hedgehogs

l deer park

l otters

l owl display

l foxes

...and more

Open

We’re on the A22, Newchapel, nr Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6LF 01342 834658

Hurtwood House, summer schools, Holmbury St Mary, 14yrs+, 01483 279000

Into the Wild Forest School, holiday and half-term fun, Lower Kingswood, 3-7yrs, 07835 368797

JG Tennis Coaching for all ages and abilities, holiday camps, Horley, 5-16yrs, 07920 282192

LCA Stage Academy, summer theatre workshops, Oxted and Caterham, 6-18yrs, 07714 276241

Matchpoint Tennis Academy, Summer Camps, Hurst Green, 5yrs+, 01883 717161

MGP Forest School, Bletchingley Woods, All Ages, Weekend & School Holiday dates, 07932 692022

Mini Cricket, fun introduction to cricket, Banstead and Reigate, 3-8yrs, 01737 814399

OSCAHS Holiday Club, Meath Green Infant School, 4-11yrs, 07720 683992

Playdays Nursery, day-2-day creche in school holidays, up to 8yrs, 01342 832218

Potential Kids Camp, MultiSkills and Arts and Crafts,4-11 Years, Pirbright School, 07894 050125

Rachael Reynolds School of Dance, August summer school, Caterham, 6yrs+, 07878 161246

Real Family Holidays, Juniper Hall Field Centre, 01306 734501

Reigate Methodist Church summer camp, High Street, Reigate RH2 9AE, 5-11yrs, 01737 652256

Squires Garden Centre, create and grow activities, Reigate, 01737 247217

Stagecoach Performing Arts

Coulsdon, workshops, Caterham, 4-6 & 7-18yrs, 0345 078 0805

Stagecoach Performing Arts, dance/ act/sing, St Stephen’s School, Godstone, 4yrs+, 01883 708158 Surrey Hills, fun and games for all ages in school holidays, 01306 878554

The Adventure Zone (TAZ), family outdoor activity sessions, High Ashurst, 8yrs+, 01372 832030

The Outdoors Project, Inspiring Outdoor Adventure Clubs and Birthday Parties, 07547797950

The Shac, Woodland Adventure days in the heart of the Surrey Hills, 6-12yrs, 01306 731204

Wacky Wickets, cricket coaching, Merstham, 5yrs+, 07896 114068 Wild Learning, play, learn, get muddy, Dorking, Reigate, 5-12yrs, 01483 424400

WildCats Holiday Camps at Caterham School, learn and play, 5-16yrs, 01883 343028

Y-Kids, YMCA East Surrey, Redhill, Holiday Club, 4-12yrs, 01737 779979

Children’s Farms and Wildlife Centres

Discover, explore and play at Godstone Farm, enjoy a fun-filled farm adventure!, 01883 742546

The British Wildlife Centre, over 40 species of native wildlife, Newchapel, 01342 834658

Parks and Open Spaces

Box Hill Country Park, National Trust, 800 acres of woods and downland, 01306 885502

Denbies Wine Estate, Dorking, 01306 876616

Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden, Ockley, 01306 627269

Leith Hill and Tower, the highest point in South East England, 01306 712711

Leith Hill Place, National Trust, atmospheric house with panoramic views, 01306 711685

Polesden Lacey, National Trust, a beautiful country house and gardens, 01372 452048

Theatres and Cinemas

Everyman Cinema, Oxted, booking line, 0872 436 9060

Everyman Cinema, Reigate, booking line, 0872 436 9060

Archway Theatre, Horley, box office line, 0333 666 3366

Caterham School, CR3 6YA

Holiday Schemes & Activities • Days Out

Summer of Fun with The Outdoors Project

Kids, get ready for an exciting line-up of activities this summer holidays! The Outdoors Project are running Holiday Clubs in Reigate this Summer from 18th July until 23rd August, open to children in years 1 to 6.

All outdoors at Reigate Rugby Club, a huge green space central to Reigate for easy drop off and collection. There are plenty of exciting, themed activity days to choose from to keep the kids entertained, from pop-culture themed days such as Harry Potter and Minecraft vs Wildcraft, to campfire cookouts and Nerf adventures.

The days are designed with fun and play in mind! Kids can expect plenty of energetic game play, learning new skills, exercise, fresh air, teamwork, creativity, and imagination. There is something for everyone. This outdoors all-weather club is the ideal recipe to send kids home smiling, muddy and tired!

Clubs run from 9am till 3pm Monday to Friday, designed to fit standard school day hours, and booking is simple using the online system

The staff are the driving force behind the days, they are enthusiastic and focused on giving the children the best day possible. They love what they do and love to spend time encouraging kids to play outdoors!

Often children who are shy or reluctant to come for the very first time, find that they return again and again to enjoy bushcraft, campfire cooking, nature games and so much more.

With prices from £37.50 per day, find out more at:

www.theoutdoorsproject.co.uk/reigateandredhill

Enquire at reigateandredhill@theoutdoorsproject.co.uk

Call on 07547797950

Dorking Halls Theatre and Cinema, 01306 881717

Dorking Halls, Saturday Morning Kids Club, 01306 881717

Everyman Oxted, Station Road West, Oxted, 0871 906 9060

Harlequin Theatre and Cinema, Redhill, 01737 276500

Orpheus Centre, accessible venue for inclusive performances, Godstone, 01883 744664

The Barn Theatre, Oxted, 01959 561811

The Miller Centre, Caterham, 01883 349850

Museums and Historic Buildings

Dorking Museum, family activities and events, 01306 876591

East Surrey Museum, hands on activities for all ages, Caterham, 01883 340275

Gatwick Aviation Museum, a fun day out for all of the family, Charlwood, 01293 862417

Reigate Heath and Mill Church, keys from Golf Club, 01737 221100

Something Different

Dorking South Street Caves, open last Saturday of each month (museum tel), 01306 876591

Reigate Caves, Wealden Cave and Mine Society, group bookings only, 01737 213287

Out of Area Attractions

Blacklands Farm, a multi-purpose outdoor activity centre, East Grinstead, 01342 810493

Bluebell Railway, preserved steam trains running through the heart of Sussex, 01825 720800

Bocketts Farm, a working family farm, beautiful site, indoor/outdoor play areas, 01372 363764

Chessington World of Adventures, 0371 663 4477

Chobham Adventure Farm, indoor play, outdoor play and animal farm, 01276 919212

Diggerland, ride real construction machinery, restrictions apply, Strood, Kent, 0871 227 7007

Drusillas Park, children’s zoo, a great family day out, Alfriston, 01323 874100

Fishers Farm Park, farm animals and adventure play, Wisborough Green, 01403 700063

Hobbledown Children’s Farm, Horton Lane, Epsom, 01372 235125

Knockhatch Adventure Park, fun for all the family whatever the weather, Hailsham, 01323 442051

Knockhatch Ski Centre, Ski & Snowboard Centre, Hailsham, 01323 843344

Knockhatch Ski Centre, Ski & Snowboard Centre, Hailsham, 01323 843344

Mill Cottage Farm Experience, handson experiences with friendly farm animals, 01420 86206

Tilgate Park and Nature Centre, lakes, gardens and extensive woodland to explore, 01293 438437

Tulleys Farm, fun family seasonal events, Crawley, 01342 718472

Upcoming Summer Events in East Surrey

The Oxted Festival at Master Park, 7th – 9th July www.oxtedfest.co.uk

Wildcats Summer Camps at Caterham School, 10th July – 31st August

www.wildcatscamp.co.uk

Harlequin Outdoors - Boogie MonstersConcert at the Castle at Reigate Castle, 15th July

www.harlequintheatre.co.uk

BritishWildlife Centre Summer Holiday Opening, 15th July – 3rd September, Lingfield

www.britishwildlifecentre.co.uk

Curated by Dapper & Suave Pop-Up Shopping Market at DenbiesWine Estate, 16th July www.dapperandsuave.uk/curated-by

Harlequin Outdoors - Doctor Dolittle byTetheredWits Theatre Company at Reigate Castle, 22nd July www.harlequintheatre.co.uk

Create and Grow Summer Holiday Fun 2023 at Squires Garden Centres, 24th July - 1st August

www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Harlequin Outdoors - Robin Hood by Illyria, Reigate Castle, 29th July

www.harlequintheatre.co.uk

YESPA presentsTheWind in theWillowsThe Musical atThe HarlequinTheatre, 3rd – 5th August www.harlequintheatre.co.uk

The Snail andTheWhale atThe HarlequinTheatre, 9th – 10th August

www.harlequintheatre.co.uk

Hay Down Hoe Down, Godstone Farm, 22nd July – 3rd September

www.godstonefarm.co.uk

Summer of Play at Ham House and Garden, 22nd July – 31st August www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-house-and-garden

Super Siblings Family Fun Day atThree Bridges Football Club, 23rd July www.supersiblings.org

Trails andTales at Gatton Park (selected dates), 1st – 25th August

www.gattonpark.co.uk

Staycation Live Festival at Phillips Memorial Park, 4th – 6th August

www.staycationlivefestival.co.uk

Teddy Bears Picnic at Gatton Park

www.gattonpark.co.uk

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang atThe BarnTheatre, 9th – 12th August

www.barntheatreoxted.co.uk

Teddy Bears Picnic at Gatton Park, 12th August

www.gattonpark.co.uk

Butterflies at Gatton Park, 16th August

www.gattonpark.co.uk

Open Air Cinema at Ham House & Garden, 18th – 20th August www.adventurecinema.co.uk/venues/ham-house-andgarden

Dinosaur Adventure Live atThe HarlequinTheatre www.harlequintheatre.co.uk

Sarah & Duck's BigTop Birthday atThe HarlequinTheatre, 22nd August www.harlequintheatre.co.uk

Hypnobirthing & Birth Preparation Day Course at Reigate Natural Health Centre, 2nd September www.beyourownbirth.co.uk

The Surrey Beer Festival atThe Burys Field, 15th – 17th September www.surreybeerfestivals.co.uk

Hypnobirthing & Birth Preparation Day Course at Reigate Natural Health, 7th October www.beyourownbirth.co.uk

Hypnobirthing & Birth Preparation Day Course at Reigate Natural Health, 11th November www.beyourownbirth.co.uk

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