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LITTLEDOWN CHRISTMAS TREE FARM Main road, A28, Westfield, Nr Hastings, E Sussex. 01424 753413 or 07734 210508 www.littledownfarmchristmastrees.co.uk
Open 7.30am – 8.30pm 7 DAYS A WEEK FROM NOV 27th UNTIL CHRISTMAS EVE !
7 varieties direct from our plantation at Westfield. Freshly dug, pot grown, cut, including non-needle drop varieties, delivery available up to 15 miles. The best selection in the South.
Nordman and Fraser fir 6ft from £25 - Only a grower can do this ! Free sack of potatoes or Holly Wreath with each tree purchased (Fir wreaths also available)
OFFICIAL SUPPLIER TO 10 DOWNING STREET AND THE BBC The Bakers of Westfield have lived in the village for over 200 years and five generations have farmed the land where we now grow our trees. As times have changed our family and our farm have changed with them but what has never changed is the hard work and dedication we have put into our crop. Little Down Farm is a proud member of the British Christmas Tree Association and an even prouder winner of the Champion Grower 2009 competition to find the “Best British Christmas Tree Grower”, a title that speaks for itself! Little Down Farm Christmas trees are simply the best! Large, clean, floodlit yard with improved parking and access. Find and even harvest your tree yourself! Don't compromise by going to your DIY garden centre or farm shop, come direct to us for freshness, quality and service second to none!
Don't miss your chance to meet our live Reindeer ! free admission to see reindeer when purchasing a tree
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ello and welcome to the Winter edition of the Family Buzz, we hope you're all well on your way to securing a place on Santa's "Nice" list, those of you still in the "Naughty" column do have a few weeks to make amends! In the run up to Santa's big day there's no shortage of things to do along the Sussex coast. Santa's grottoes, seasonal pantos, markets & fayres, you'll barely have time to hang up your stockings! Check out our listings pages and the dozens of ads from fantastic local businesses for plenty of family-fun ideas. Turn to page 4 for a chance to win panto tickets!
The Family Buzz will be back again in Spring 2014 with more fun packed pages, till then, we hope you all have a fabulous Christmas and New Year! - Jason & Debby The Family Buzz would like to thank the Hastings Printing Company for the excellent service they have provided, enabling us to bring you a great magazine. www.hastings-print.co.uk
CONTENTS 04. Panto Competitions 06. Event Listings 10. Child Care Section 14. Christmas Gift Ideas 17. Party Planning 18. Reading Corner 20. Ask Alison 22. Active kids 26. Event listings Contact us: Tel - 01424 429 139 Sales - debby@familybuzz.co.uk Editorial & listings - jason@familybuzz.co.uk www.familybuzz.co.uk facebook.com/FamilyBuzzMagazine Twitter - @FamilyBuzzMag
No part of this magazine, including advertisements, may be reproduced in part or in whole, without explicit permission from the editor. The opinions expressed within the magazine are not necessarily those of the publishers but those of the individual contributors. The greatest of care is taken to ensure that all information published in this magazine is correct at the time of going to print. Readers should be aware that the Publishers cannot be held responsible for errors, omissions or inaccuracies. Please check details of all events with the organisers before attending.
Win Tickets To See Aladdin In Eastbourne! Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne 13 December – 12 January 2014 The Family Buzz is excited to offer our readers the chance to win tickets to see Shaun Williamson (EastEnders & Extras) in Aladdin in Eastbourne! Let the Genie grant your wish and join Eastbourne Theatres for another magical pantomime. Widow Twankey wants a husband, evil Abanazaar wants the magic lamp, Aladdin wants adventure and WisheeWashee wants some new jokes – can the Genie grant their wishes? Aladdin promises a show jam-packed with all of the essential pantomime ingredients plus top class live music, a fabulous cast, dazzling sets and a magic carpet ride through a spectacular adventure! Catch Aladdin at Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne from 13 December 2013 to 12 January 2014. Book now on 01323 412000 or online at : www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk To win 2 tickets to the 7pm performance on Tuesday 17th December just email your answer to the following question to: theatrespressoffice@eastbourne.gov.uk with your name and full address by noon on 18th November or by post (along with an email address or daytime telephone number) into; Family Buzz Panto Competition, Press Office, Eastbourne Theatres, Winter Garden, Compton Street, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4BP.
Question: Shaun Williamson starred in Extras alongside: a) Ricky Tomlinson b) Ricky Gervais c) Ricky Martin
Usual competition rules apply including only one entry per-household. Winner will be chosen at random. Tickets non-transferable. Good luck !
WIN TICKETS To see TV Favourite Sheila Reid In The South Coast’s Biggest Pantomime! Sheila Reid, best known to millions of television viewers for her role as ‘Madge’ in the award-winning ITV hit sitcom Benidorm, will play the role of Fairy Bowbells in the White Rock Theatre’s pantomime, Dick Whittington. “We are delighted to have Sheila lead the cast in this year’s pantomime” says Howard Barnes, Theatre Director of the White Rock. “Sheila is a wonderfully-talented actress and singer, and we are thrilled that she has chosen the White Rock Theatre to make her pantomime debut” Howard added. Sheila is joined by a hugely-talented cast that includes Brian Godfrey as Sarah the Cook, Tommy Jones as the superstar all-singing cat, and Mark Pearce, who recently starred in the musical Carnaby Street at the White Rock, as King Rat. Ben Watson, who was a huge hit with audiences as Smee in last year’s White Rock panto Peter Pan, returns to Hastings to play the role of Simple Simon in Dick Whittington.
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We're delighted to be able to offer our readers three pairs of tickets to see Dick Whittington on the 13th of December. All you have to do to be in with a chance of winning tickets for yourself and a friend, is answer the following question: Which animal is most commonly associated with the character Dick Whittington ?
Just send your answer into us by Friday 29th November. You can send your answer on a postcard to Family Buzz Panto Competition, 78 Elphinstone Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 2BS or email your answer to "win@familybuzz.co.uk". Please include your contact details, including telephone number so we can let you know if you win. Good luck to everyone entering! Dick Whittington runs at Hastings White Rock Theatre from Friday 13 December 2013 to Saturday 4 January 2014. Tickets can be booked online at : whiterocktheatre.co.uk
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A Truly Tudor Christmas Do you know your Wassail from your Mummer? Have you ever wondered about the origins of the Yule Log? Learn the answers to these and many more questions at the Michelham Priory Tudor Christmas on 7th & 8th December. Follow the trail around the house and costumed characters will be on hand to let you see and taste Tudor food and introduce you to Tudor life at Christmastime. Traditional decorations and musicians in the house will further add to the festive atmosphere, on the South lawn there will be have-a-go archery, and there will be Tudor style plays and songs being performed in the barn. Children will also be able to make Tudor decorations and take part in the craft activities. All activities except archery take place indoors. For a more modern Christmas, don’t forget to visit the Michelham Priory Christmas Fair on 16th & 17th November, with over 100 stalls selling unique gifts and crafts, Santa’s grotto, children’s entertainer and Christmas music and decorations it is sure to be plenty of fun for the kids while the grown ups get some of that shopping done!
Michelham Priory Historic House and Gardens
Christmas 2013
16th & 17th Nov Christmas Fair 10.30am to 4pm
Over 100 stalls, Santa’s grotto, Christmas music and decorations. Free park and ride. Adult £5.00, Child £3.50.
7th & 8th Dec Tudor Christmas 11am to 4pm
Tudor food, costumes, archery, decorations, craft and entertainment. Adult £7.50, Child £4.
Michelham Priory, Upper Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3QS 01323 844224 www.sussexpast.co.uk
The Magic of Christmas
Ring in the Yuletide in style as J & V Productions present a fantastic family show for the Christmas Season. This highly-acclaimed spectacle of amazing singing and dancing begins with an exciting collection of Broadway and movie hits... a wish-list of songs and characters in the lead-up to Christmas. There are fantastic features from Pirates of the Caribbean; Charlie Brown; the recent Broadway smash Newsies and more, culminating in a second half full of Festive Favourites including The Polar Express, sure to put you in a joyous Holiday mood. This magical extravaganza for all ages features members of The Hastings Stage Studio, some of the best rising talent in the southeast, fresh from their appearances in several A-list films and TV shows with stars such as Keira Knightley, George Clooney and Benedict Cumberbatch.
J & V Productions present...
starring members of The Hastings Stage Studio
Milligan Theatre, Rye TN31 7NQ Friday & Saturday, December 13th & 14th at 7:30pm th & Sunday, December 15 at 5:00pm Box Office: 07938 767943
www.jandvproductions.ticketsource.co.uk
Amazing Singing & Dancing from Broadway Hits to Festive Favourites
Showtimes are 7:30pm on Friday and Saturday, Dec 13 & 14, and 5pm on Sunday, Dec 15 at the new Milligan Theatre, Rye, just a short walk from Rye train station. Tickets are just £10, £8 concessions. Call 07938 767943 or visit www.jandvproductions.ticketsource.co.uk
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Event Listings Robin Hood Bonfire 5th November from 6pm Robin Hood Field, Icklesham Bonfire and firework display. Rye Bonfire procession 9th November from 7.50pm Procession through the town to the salts where a large bonfire will be lit and fireworks to follow. www.ryebonfire.co.uk Hastings Herring Fair 9th & 10th November Stade Open Space, Hastings. Stalls over the two days will showcase herring cookery, pickling and smoking skills. Medieval Mayhem with the Cantebury Tales 10th November, 4pm Under Ground Theatre, Eastbourne. Hilarious version of Chaucer's Cantebury Tales suitable for all ages. Box Office 0845 680 1926 undergroundtheatre.co.uk Tales for Toddlers 11th Nov, 10.15am & 11.15am De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill Free, fun-filled sessions of stories, rhymes, songs and creative activities. www.dlwp.com Hastings Storytelling Festival 11th to 17th November Throughout Hastings. Whatever your age there's a story for you and if you're under 12, most of them are FREE. Don't miss the family festival at the Stade on Sunday 17th November for full details visit: hastingsstoryfest.org.uk The Pirates of Penzance 14th - 16th November De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill Popular swashbuckling show with perky pirates and frolicsome maidens. www.dlwp.com Christmas Fair 16th & 17th November, 10.30am - 4pm Michelham Priory, Upper Dicker, Hailsham. Santa’s Grotto, Christmas Stalls, Christmas music in a beautiful setting. T:01323 844224 www.sussexpast.co.uk Robertsbridge Bonfire night 16th November from 7pm Robertsbridge. Bonfire, display & torchlight Procession.
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Christmas Lights Switch On 21st November, from 5pm Priory Meadow, Hastings. Kicking off the Christmas season in Hastings. Kids in Museums Early Years Day 22nd November, 11am to 3pm Towner Gallery, College Rd, Eastbourne. Museums, galleries and heritage sites across the UK are inviting Children and young people to take over for the day. Free family event, for more info: www.townereastbourne.org.uk The Divas are Back in Town 23rd Nov, 1.30pm St Mary-in-the-Castle, Hastings. Dancing Divas present their 2013 show. For more info tel: 07703 573494 gina@dancingdivas.org.uk Cancer Research UK Christmas Fayre 23rd November 10.30am to 12.30pm Little Common community centre, Shepherds Close. Various stalls, raffle, admission 50p Alfristons Dickensian Christmas 23rd November 2-9pm Alfriston, East Sussex. Free event. Bands, choirs, street entertainment and more! www.alfriston-village.co.uk Jacks Dream Christmas Craft Fair 23rd November. 10.30am-3pm St Barnabas Church, Sea Rd, Bexhill. Fantastic indoor festive shopping event with lots of crafts, food, decorations, and gift ideas. Admission 50p Great Dixter Christmas Fair 23rd & 24th Nov 10am-4pm Great Dixter, Northiam, Rye Food stands and roaring fires in the Great and Yeomans Halls and vegetables on sale from the porch. £5, under 16s free www.greatdixter.co.uk Santa’s arrival 28th November from 5pm Priory Meadow, Hastings. Celebrate Santa’s arrival - with special guest star at 6pm, entertainment from the Arrow FM road show while you wait. Battle’s Christmas lights On! 30th November from 1.45pm Parade with band escorts Father Christmas’s
sleigh down the High Street to his Grotto at Memorial Hall. Bateman's Christmas Garden Trail & Edwardian Christmas 30th Nov to 23rd Dec Batemans Lane, Burwash, Etchingham Father Christmas has gone missing, follow the trail around the garden to collect clues to find him! £2.50 per trail, free entry to garden, gift shop & restaurant. 17th Century home is decorated for Christmas. nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans Print Your Own Christmas Cards 30th November 1pm-3.30pm Hastings Museum & Art Gallery, Bohemia Road, Hastings. Family drop-in workshop with Fiona Pienkowska. Free event. Tel 01424 451052 Christmas at Drusillas From 30th November Drusillas Park, Alfriston Visit Santa in his cosy cottage crammed full of toys. Winter wonderland illuminations from 4.30pm. Dazzling, animal-themed light show synchronised to music. www.drusillas.co.uk Winter Camp Fire 30th November. 12-3pm Mallydams Wood, Peter James Lane, Fairlight, Nr Hastings. Treat yourself to some roasted chestnuts around the glow of a camp fire. Free event, last entry 2.30pm rspca.org.uk/mallydams The Famous Santa Specials 30th Nov, 1,7,14,15,21,22,24 Dec Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden Town Station. Meet Santa on a magical steam train journey. Early booking recommended, very popular event, for full details visit: www.kesr.org.uk Poppinghole Farm Christmas Fair 30th November. 10am-4pm Poppinghole Farm, Poppinghole Lane, Robertsbridge. Shop for quality handmade gifts from local artists, makers and sellers. Raising funds for the MS Society. NCT Christmas Fayre 1st December from 1.30pm to 4.30pm St Johns Church Hall, Brittany Road, St Leonards Stalls from local businesses, live music, Christmas craft activities for kids, raffle. Entry £1 for adults free for kids, proceeds to NCT.
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Christmas at Sheffield Park and Garden Throughout December Sheffield Park and Garden will be hosting Christmas lunches and a variety of Christmas activities for all the family. Choose from Christmas decoration workshops, Christmas walking trails or our annual carol concert. Call 01825 791705 for dates & info or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sheffield-parkand-garden www.facebook.com/sheffieldparkandgarden
Registered charity number 205846.
November: 30 December: 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 24 Early booking advised for this popular event! Telephone 01580 765155 or visit kesr.org.uk
Congratulations to Competition Winner Jackie In our Summer 2013 edition, we ran a competition offering the chance to win a stylish, personalised mirror from Purdy Glass. The lucky winner was Jackie Ward who is pictured below with her prize! Jackie chose images of her two sons to include on the mirror, one is a keen swimmer and the other loves playing football. Purdy glass are now running a special offer just for Family Buzz readers. If you visit: purdyshop.com/familybuzz you will be able to purchase a Vista mirror similar to Jackie's prize for just £95, a £30 saving on the usual price! The offer will run until the end of February, we think these personalised mirrors make a fantastic Christmas gift for a friend or relative. As well as the Vista mirror you'll find many other stylish items on the Purdy Glass website, so get online and take a look today!
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Rankin to be judge for Hospice photography competition St Michael’s Hospice is launching an inspirational photography competition ‘Capture the Moment’, which is to be judged by world renowned photographer Rankin. St Michael’s Hospice believes that it is the small, personal and individual things that matter most. It is the moments that occur in everyday life that stay with you for years to come, the cherished memories that form part of your character and stay dear to your heart. This competition seeks to celebrate those moments special to you. The competition challenges people to take pictures of their extraordinary moment, whether that is the morning dew on a spider’s web, the first goal of the season or the smile on a child’s face on Christmas morning. Celia Pyke-Lees, Chief Executive at the Hospice says: “We are delighted to launch this competition which reflects the ethos of the Hospice, in celebrating those special moments in life and we are thrilled that the world famous photographer Rankin is judging the competition for us.” Winners will receive a fantasy photoshoot from Legend
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Photography and their image will be displayed in a road show around the area in March next year. Rankin said: “Photography has the power to captivate people, communities and nations. It captures moments in time like no other medium and is used by charities across the UK to bring their cause to life and resonate with the general public. I am proud to be a judge for St Michael’s Hospice Capture the Moment photographic competition. The competition will provide a wonderful platform for local people to tell their stories and bring those extra special moments to life. I look forward to picking the winner in 2014 and receiving all the great entries.” The competition which is open to everyone in the Hastings and Rother area launches on Monday 4th November and closes on Monday 20th January. So keep this in mind when you are snapping away over the festive season! For more information please email : capturethemoment@stmichaelshospice.com or ‘Like’ the Hospice Facebook page: www.facebook.com/stmichaelshospice.com.
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Rye Pre-School Nursery Tel No. (01797) 226992 Registered charity no. 802873
Bigger • Brighter • Better Full Day Care. Open 50 weeks, 8am - 6pm Catering for children from 3 months to 4 years for more information, contact Lisa Parker on :
01797 226992
www.ryeplaygroup.org.uk
We at St Helen’s are committed to the Early Years Foundation Stage learning statutory requirements and the development matters in the Early Years Frame work. We believe that play is vital for children. Quite literally, it is through play that babies and young children learn, grow and have fun. It helps them understand the world and to develop socially and emotionally. Singing songs, reading together, playing games with letters, numbers and exploring the world around them, while having fun with friends gives them a head start. It also develops their confidence and helps them become independent. We provide a fun and stimulating environment which will positively influence your child‘s learning and development. To find out more why not come along and see for yourself.
Rye Pre-School Nursery provides a friendly and stimulating environment for children from 3 months to 2 years at Tilling Green Community Centre, Rye. Children from 3 months to 4 years are cared for at our Ferry Road site. All staff are qualified, caring and experienced, which allows us to provide a high quality of care to all children. We accept childcare funding. We have a large outside area which all children have access to. Please contact us on 01797 226992 or you can email us at ryeplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk for more information.
Blacklands Playgroup For Children 2-5 years of age
Flexible dates and times Ofsted registered Government Funding Childcare Vouchers accepted
NEW Breakfast club 8.15 to 9.15 - £2.50 Elim Church, Elphinstone Ave, Hastings, TN34 2DJ
Contact Sharon on :
07939 635799
Rainbow Playgroup is committed to providing a safe and secure, caring and happy environment for children. We aim to offer your child an atmosphere in which to grow, develop and thrive. We are Ofsted registered and open for children ages 2 to 5. We offer 15 hours of free government funding for every child who starts the term after their 3rd birthday, with flexible hours available to suit. We open 5 days a week 9am – 3pm for 39 weeks of the year, term time only. We have a safe fenced garden area with trampoline, sand pit and various play equipment.
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Tel: 07925 926476 Blacklands Playgroup Our aim here at Blacklands Playgroup is to provide a secure and caring, safe and happy environment in which your child will learn and develop through play and a stimulating environment. Praise and encouragement are very important in helping children to succeed; we take children from the age of 2 to 5. We are Ofsted Registered, accept government funding and also take part in the Co-operative Employee Benefits Childcare Voucher Scheme. We understand that parents need flexibility when it comes to childcare and hours. We offer very flexible dates and times. We welcome parent’s visits and look forward to meeting you here at Blacklands. Please call Sharon Reeve (owner) to book an appointment: 07939 635799 Registered charity no: 1034010
FULL AND PART TIME VACANCIES
RAINBOW PLAYGROUP 07715 685984
Open Mon, Tues, Wed, Thu & Fri 9am - 3pm OFSTED Registered Ore Centre, 455 Old London Road, Hastings, TN35 5BH rainbow.playgroup@hotmail.com www.rainbowplaygroupore.vpweb.co.uk
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Claverham Day Nursery
St Peter & St Pauls Playgroup meets in the Church Room of St Peter and St Pauls Church, Parkstone Road. The staff are all fully trained and very experienced. There is a large, safe outside area with a good selection of equipment. The staff provide an exciting and varied curriculum including outings to the Library and Blue Reef Aquarium. Our Ofsted report said that the children respond very well to the warm, caring and very good humoured interaction of Staff. Children are accepted from 2½ and are entitled to 15 hours per week from 3+. Parents are always welcome to visit.
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Church of St Peter & St Paul Parkstone Road Hastings TN34 2NT
Full day care 8.15-5.45 3 months - 5 years VACANCIES AVAILABLE 01424 774548
Established 42 years Open Monday & Thursday 9am to 3pm Wednesday, Tuesday & Friday 9am to 12pm
nursery@claverham.e-sussex.sch.uk
Tel. 01424 751841/755336
SPACES AVAILABLE
Artemis Nursery 29 Chapel Park Road, St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex, TN37 6HR Tel: 01424 461188
At Artemis nursery, our aim is to give all children the best start to their education by encouraging their natural curiosity. We want them to continue through life with an interest in learning so that they can achieve their very best.
Artemis Nursery 17 Calvert Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3NG Tel: 01424 426178
Web: www.artemisnursery.co.uk Email: artemischildcare@btconnect.com
“ The care that children receive in this setting is exceptional” Ofsted 2008
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Elim Family Centre
1A Hartfield Rd
Eastbourne
BN21 2ET
A place for your child to grow!
Tel: 01323 731843
email: karen@littleacornsnursery.com Pre-School Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday
Term-Time only
8.45am to 3.30pm
Motcombe Pool offers a small friendly Playgroup, based in the heart of the community, in Old Town Eastbourne. The Playgroup is open Monday to Friday from 9:15-2:15, costs £4.50 per hour, and takes a maximum of 10 preschool children from ages 2-5. The small group size means the NVQ qualified staff are able to focus their attention on each child’s individual learning, helping them to develop at their own pace. Children will learn, following the early years foundation stage. The principals of this ensures children are treated as unique, that they learn to build positive relationships, that the environment enables them to learn and that they are supported to learn through different ways and at different rates.
At Peasmarsh Flying Start Pre-‐School we are dedicated to creating a warm, safe and secure environment where children feel at ease to learn through their own play and interests. Children are encouraged and supported to meet all areas of development through using the expertise of our highly qualified staff to support each child’s learning on an individual basis. We work within the Early Years Foundation Stage which enables us to offer diverse opportunities for Motcombe Playgroup benefits from being able to offer swim learning and having fun, both inside and in osessions ur superb, safe and insecure outside 3 days a week Motcombe Pool.area. Swim days are held on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
We welcome parent’s visits and look forward meeting you. on Forto more information
the Playgroup at Motcombe Pool, please contact Linda on 01323 410748 or visit www.eastbourneleisurecentres.com/motcombe
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New & nearly new baby goods Prams, Cots & High Chairs
Reconditioned to a high standard at competitive prices!
6 Buckhurst Place, Bexhill-on-sea, TN39 3PA
01424 210 225
Monday - Friday 9.30am - 3.00pm Saturday 10.00am - 4.00pm
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01424 429139
happy children thrive at The Lodge Nursery We provide a happy, stimulating learning environment for children aged 12 months to 4 years. Visit us on our drop-in Wednesdays to see the nursery in action. Open 8am to 6pm, 50 weeks of the year. Contact 01323 733203 or email admissions@standrewsprep.co.uk
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01424 85472
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Creative Stocking Fillers:
Fuel the children’s imaginations and get creative this Christmas with an array of festive goodies from colour-in design specialists Eggnogg...
Dressing-Up:
Eggnogg’s range of Colour-in Fancy Dress makes for hours of entertainment. Children can add their personal touch to create a truly unique costume and invent adventures in their own fantasy world. NEW to the existing range is the Colour-in Santa Hat, which also doubles-up as a placemat – ideal for Christmas Day! (Pack of two RRP: £3.99). Children can also try their hand at playing a noble Knight with Eggnogg’s Colour-in Knights Tabard, be a Super Hero for the day with Eggnogg’s Colour-in Cape, Cuffs and Mask, or fly-away with the Fairies with Eggnogg’s Colour-in Fairy Wings, Tiara and Necklace (RRP: £9.99).
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Hue Animation Studio -
If you’ve ever dreamed of creating your own animation, now’s your chance… Hue Animation Studio contains everything a budding animator needs to begin creating stop motion animation videos. Enjoy powerful, easy-to-use, animation software complete with Hue’s market leading Plug ‘n’ Play HD camera with built-in microphone and a unique flexible neck for unlimited positioning options. Create a story and characters, make them from clay or plasticine, design and make sets, compose soundtracks or select appropriate recorded music to enhance a film. Price: £49.95 Available from:
www.hueanimation.com Little Grippers Pocket Books:
If you’re at home or away over Christmas, the convenient travel size Colour-in Pocket Books lend themselves perfectly to on-thego entertainment for children. There’s a Pocket Book for every taste: Pocket Critters, Pocket Pirates, Pocket Princesses and for the adventurous there’s Pocket Treasure Hunts for Indoor and Outdoor Christmas party fun! (Pack of two – 10 cards per pack RRP: £5.99)
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Little Grippers has helped make the search for that perfect Christmas gift for new parents easier, with their Baby Gift Sets. Every new parent soon learns that keeping socks on their baby’s feet is no easy task. Babies have a knack of removing, or simply losing their socks when you’re not looking. The ingenious 100% natural, hypoallergenic ‘Stay on Technology’ from Little Grippers entirely solves the problem – no more searching in vain for those missing socks! Created with the child’s comfort in mind, the ‘Stay on Technology’ is applied directly to the cuff of the sock, preventing the need for additional stitching or trims. It gently adheres to the skin without irritation or residue, minimising pressure and discomfort, whilst moving and stretching in harmony with the body. Best of all, it renews itself with each wash and has been proven to survive extensive wash and wear tests. The baby gift sets are available in nine colour combinations, with size options from newborn up to 12 months. Each gift set comprises three pairs of Little Grippers baby socks, neatly displayed in an attractive presentation box (RRP £10 - £12) – making them a highly practical, affordable, and well considered Christmas gift for new parents. The baby gift sets can be purchased from:
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Reading Corner The lovely people at Maverick publishing recently sent us some of their charming children's books for us to review, so we gathered together a crack team of expert readers to give them a thorough perusal. First up is Jessica (aged 9) who read "The Black and White Club, written by Alice Hemming and illustrated by Kimberley Scott.
"I thought that "The Black and White Club was a very nice read and different to other stories. I thought it had a positive message about making friends. I think that ages 5-8 would really enjoy it but I'm nine and I still liked it" - Jessica Next up was Lily (aged 7) who read "The Bunny that Couldn't be Found" written by Angela Mitchell and illustrated by Sarah Horne
"I enjoyed it but I thought it was a bit weird because it was about a dog and he was called Johnny Bunny, but I did like it." - Lily
Lastly, we gave "The Pet Itch" by Elli Woollard and Elina Ellis to Tabatha who is 9 years old.
"I liked the book, I thought it was funny and I think it's ideal for children aged about 8. I liked the time when they were supposed to eat the pet itch but didn't, instead they taught him to bite." - Tabatha
We also took a look at "Miss Dorothy-Jane was Ever So Vain" by Julia Fulton and illustrated by Jona Jung. Here's my take on that one, I'm 43...
"This book is written in rhyme and is packed with irreverent and cheeky humour. It's beautifully, and brightly illustrated and I'm sure it will get kids demanding repeated readings and induce fits of giggles." - Jason
All of these books are very bright and colourful with enchanting illustrations filling each page. Each of them has been written with charm and plenty of wit and they're bound to delight children again and again. Any or all of them would make perfect stocking fillers for Christmas. These titles are available from Waterstones bookstores or online from Amazon. To find out more about the wide range of books available from Maverick, visit: www.maverickbooks.co.uk
O ur book reviewers are (left to right) Jessica, Lily and Tabatha.
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Winter Wonderland Hyde Park - London's Spectacular Winter Destination If you're looking to plan a festive family day out, but don't want to travel all the way to Lapland, why not consider hopping on a London-bound train? Tickets are now on sale for London’s spectacular Christmas destination – Hyde Park Winter Wonderland. Returning for six exciting weeks of winter festivities with FREE admission there will be even more entertainment and new attractions than before. PWR Events and The Royal Parks are thrilled to announce the main attractions that will be making a welcome return to the Capital’s most popular and dazzling winter event.
Following its sell-out success last year, The Magical Ice Kingdom will return and double in size with even more breathtaking snow and ice sculptures. The largest of its kind in the UK and created especially for Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, this awe-inspiring sub-zero experience will take you through a fantastical world of real ice and snow. This year there’s even more to explore. Take a stroll through the medieval village and enter the giants’ forest. As you walk through the trees beware of the ice trolls, then join the knights to slay the evil ogre. Follow your adventure into the ice castle, walk around inside and visit the scary dungeon… Back by popular demand is the castle’s ice slide, and new this year is the Ice Bar for a quick refreshment to help you on your way. As you continue through the Ice Kingdom take a seat in the ice swan, watch the frozen jumping fish and try your luck as you kiss the frog! The UK’s largest outdoor Ice Rink stretching over 1,600 sq m will once again be located around the picturesque Victorian Bandstand, on which there will be live music played throughout the day and night
as skaters take to the ice for a spin. For those who want to gaze at the action from above, the iconic Giant Observation Wheel will illuminate the skyline. Other favourite attractions making a welcome return include Santa Land, a haven for young visitors. Jump on board the LEGO DUPLO Santa Express, experience Santa’s workshop and visit Father Christmas, who will be there every day with a sack of free gifts. There will also be over 200 chalets in the beautiful Angels Christmas & Yuletide Markets offering unusual and handmade gifts and crafts, including ceramics, candles, jewellery, wooden toys, nativity scenes and Christmas decorations. Following a sell-out run last year, the UK’s favourite circus, Zippos Circus will make a welcome return. Zippos will perform two different shows – the ever popular daytime show for all the family, Zippos Christmas Circus and an evening show for older thrill seekers, Zippos Cirque Berserk. The ever-popular Bavarian Village will be ready to serve even more bratwurst and mulled wine whilst hosting live music throughout the day and evening. In addition to the many restaurants and bars there will be delicious food available throughout the attraction to help you warm up on a cold crisp winter’s day.
And for those thrill-seekers, there will be an array of traditional and high energy rides. So book early for the Ice Skating, The Magical Ice Kingdom, Giant Observation Wheel and Zippos Circus to avoid disappointment and discover what 12 million visitors have already enjoyed.
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Looking for a space for a kids party ? Looking to turn your childrens clothes into some spare cash?
Offering a wide, regularly-changing range of pre-loved childrens clothing, Wiggly Woo is based at 190 Queens Rd, Hastings. If you have clothes your children have grown out of that you'd like to sell, pop them along to the store. If the goods aren't sold within an agreed time, you can have them back, so you're never out of pocket.
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Wiggly Woo also has a party room available for hire, a space where kids can have fun and be creative. If you're looking to hold a party or run a club for children and need a venue, give Wiggly Woo a call on 07967 757838 www.wiggly-woo.co.uk
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EASTBOURNE'S NEWEST SOFT PLAY CENTRE
The soft play offers a range of exciting, fun, energetic and adventurous play for children aged 6 months to 14 years. Let your children spend hours in our kaleidoscope of colours amongst super slides, special toddler area, tremendous tunnels and other challenging obstacles whilst you relax with a superior blend coffee and one of our homemade cakes in our fresh and comfortable coffee shop.
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www.bizzybirds.co.uk Russian State Ballet and Opera House® presents "The Nutcracker" After last year’s success, The Russian State Ballet and Opera House is back in East Sussex with a new and vibrant Classical Ballet, The Nutcracker – a family orientated production with the Fairy Tale element and some added glitz from the beautiful costumes. There will be no surprise to any that this production will be of the most delicate, intimate and powerful kind. This Company is known for its attention to details and, more particularly, for its dramatization in dance of the tragedy and beauty that this ballet is known for. Accompanying this performance is its own, unique and enthusiastic large live Orchestra with over 30 musicians to maintain an exuberance of performance in this new production which will leave you astounded.
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Alexej Ignatow the producer of Russian State Ballet & Opera House told us: “We often get asked how would you encourage people who have never seen a ballet before, to come and attend a ballet for the first time? And my instant reply is that you don’t need to be an expert in classical ballet or music. We ensure that the set and costumes make the production easy to follow. The music is beautiful and sometimes even if you are lost in the plot, just close your eyes to enjoy the music.” The Nutcracker visits The White Rock Theatre, Hastings on 23rd November and the Congress Theatre in Eastbourne on the 2nd of December. Call 01424 462288 for the White Rock or 01323 412000 for the Congress to book your tickets to see this fantastic, festive show.
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Zindigo Singing Bringing private singing tuition to the comfort of your own home (all ages) £15 per half hour lesson
Tel: 07889 287892 Positive Progress for Parents Are you thinking about going back to work? Need a CV? Do you need advice on training or benefits? We offer FREE one to one advice and support for parents living in Hastings and Rother Call an Adviser for more information on:
07741 271984 or 01424 718491
Zindigo Singing I currently see pupils on a one to one basis, working at a local secondary school and privately, teaching singing and vocal technique. In my experience I have found that my pupils enjoy more of a contemporary approach, they choose the songs which I find ultimately makes their singing lesson more enjoyable. My first key is to promote confidence in pupils and making the lessons fun. I find extra-curricular activities to be vital in a child's development that reaps rewards. As a working single Mum of two I have found accessing such activities difficult mainly due to financial reasons. So I wanted Zindigo Singing to be accessible to all families, hence why my lessons are affordable and why I offer discounts to low income families. On a personal level working in such a field, my business reaps rewards for me also, to see a child's confidence grow, unlocking potential they never believed they had and also watching them become passionate about music as a whole. If you would like any further information about Zindigo Singing or to book a lesson - please contact 07889287892
Free assistance for unemployed Parents Hastings Positive Progress for Parents is a new project from Tomorrow’s People, funded by the National Lottery through the Big Lottery Fund. Our aim is to support unemployed parents in the Hastings and Rother areas by advising them on where and how to start looking for training and employment. This is a tailor-made, individual service based on each person’s requirements and we are able to travel to various locations to make accessing the service easier. For more information or an appointment with an Adviser to discuss your needs please call 01424 718491 or 07741271984 and ask for Laura or Nick.
Music Lessons Hastings SINGING, GUITAR AND PIANO TEACHER Songwriting, theory and home recording sessions One to one tuition and whole classes to both adults and children with structured lessons to suit you. Covering topics that you feel will benefit you most, whether it's theory lessons, scales and arpeggios, acting through song or vocal health. Lessons for everyone whether you are starting from the beginning or if you just want to perfect your performance techniques, lessons will be fun and educational. Please call for more information:
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Alison Waterhouse has worked with children with Additional Educational Needs for the past 22 years in both mainstream and the private sector. Initially, she trained as a Special Needs Teacher and has worked in a variety of schools and educational settings. Alison now works as an Independent Educational Consultant for Special Educational Needs and Emotional Well being in both the Independent sector and mainstream. She is involved in staff training for Young Minds and Releasing Potential and she has an Educational Psychotherapy practice. For more information, please visit www.alisonwaterhouse.co.uk. In her regular “question and answer” page she’ll be using her experience to help readers & their children with educational concerns or problems. If there’s something you’d like to ask Alison, email your question to : alison@familybuzz.co.uk
Dear Alison, We are very lucky as our daughter is in a mainstream school with a fantastic class teacher who she enjoys working with very much. She has a range of problems including Speech and Language difficulties and Dyslexia. She has been on the Special Needs register ever since she was in Y3, she is now in Y6. The school SENCo has just explained that the system for statements is changing and that the help she was getting may not be available any more. We are hugely worried as you can imagine. Please can you help explain? Thank you for your letter, many parents have emailed and phoned with very similar questions. Yes the statmenting procedure is in the process of changing. In East Sussex this has already happened. This is due to Government legislation on SEN. ‘Support and aspiration’ It is hoped that this will bring wideranging solutions in response to the difficulties facing children and young people, their families and the professionals who work with them. The green paper proposes a radically different system to support better life outcomes for young people, give parents confidence by giving them more control, and transfer power to professionals on the front line and to local communities. Instead of Statements a new Education Health and Care Plan will now take over. This will ensure that parents are far more involved in the process of identifying and supporting their children’s needs within school than ever before. Some funds are available to schools, in their budget, so that they can choose how to support children with Special Needs within their community. This may mean additional help in phonics, maths, reading or writing or support from Speech and Language specialists or Occupational Therapists. This is all very new and so as with everything new there is a transition period where all the creases have to be ironed out!! Children with SEN will still be helped and supported with their learning in a variety of ways and parents should be more involved and informed about how this will happen who will be supporting them and the aim of the support.
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Dear Alison, My son is in Year 8 at secondary school and is really struggling with his work. He has just been referred onto a Learning Mentor within the school. What is a Learning Mentor? Are they qualified Teachers?
had a transition period where the Early Years team have been able to send in one of their staff to support 2 mornings a week but this is coming to an end. I am really worried that without this help things will go wrong and she will not get the support she needs.
A Learning Mentors role can be slightly different within each school however their overall focus is the same. They are employed by the school to support individual children with their learning when it is felt that there is a problem or that the young person is not making the progress that teachers would expect. Learning mentors do not have to be qualified teachers however they are supported by teachers and other professionals. For many children and young people being able to work with an adult for a period of time on a one to one basis can be extremely beneficial. They are able to talk about the things that are causing them problems and then helped to deal with them. This might be difficulties with other children, managing vocabulary within Science or other subject areas, becoming highly anxious about exams, needing support to develop strategies to revise. Sometimes Learning Mentors are asked to work with children and young people so that more detailed assessments can be undertaken or to help manage behaviour and attendance. Each school has different criteria for referrals. When Learning Mentors become involved with children and young people they will contact families and share the focus of the work they have been asked to undertake. This ensures that a collaborative approach to supporting children is maintained.
Transitions for children and parents can be really difficult times. Schools are very aware of this and the majority of schools put a range of strategies and support in place to help children and their parents. I can understand your concerns and worries as a mum you want to ensure the best possible start within school for your daughter. You need reassurance from her school that the staff are aware of her needs and that they will be supporting her both academically and emotionally. It is really positive that the school have been able to acquire the additional support of the Early Years team. This is not just about supporting your daughter with professionals who know her and the support and strategies that have been successful in her nursery it is also about training the new staff in ways to support her when they leave. As your daughter has a range of diagnosed needs other teams will be involved in ensuring she gets the support she needs. The Speech and Language Therapy Team will be advising school on what work she needs to be doing and they will then supervise staff in school undertaking this. Her Sensory Processing needs and Dyspraxia will be met by the Occupational Therapy Team in a similar way. Before any of this work can really be done she needs to understand and explore her new environment and make relationships with the new staff within it as well as the new children. Most schools will encourage children and parents to get to know their new surroundings & staff, and then will set up meetings to help plan and support the needs of the child. You will be invited to meetings with her class teacher and or SENCo who will be able to explain what support they are putting in place, who will be delivering this and when. If you do not feel that you are being involved then I would suggest that you contact them and ask to meet.
Dear Alison, My daughter has just gone into Reception at our local Primary School. She has a range of special needs including Speech and Language, Dyspraxia and Sensory Processing. She doesn’t have a statement as it was felt that her needs were not severe enough and that her school would be able to meet her needs from their budget. Whilst she was in Nursery she had a 1:1 worker to support her. Now she is in Reception this isn’t available. The school says that they do not have the money to put this in place. She has
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What is Educational Psychotherapy? For parents whose children are struggling at school, stuck in their learning, anxious or depressed, who have stopped thriving or are acting out, life can become overwhelming, full of worry and confusion as they try to find help for their children. Educational Psychotherapy is a powerful approach to addressing these issues. It is a way of meeting the child’s individual learning needs, which in turn positively affects their ability to cope within the classroom. Educational Psychotherapy is a way of working with children which combines teaching with therapeutic exploration of the emotional factors triggered by learning. It is recommended for children and young people who have become ‘stuck’ due to complex emotional barriers to learning and development. Barriers to learning and development may manifest themselves as: • Poor attitudes to learning based on attachment patterns, • Failure to learn, • Withdrawal, • Difficult behaviour, • Difficulty with social interactions and friendships, • Violence or aggressive outbursts, • Physical symptoms, • Anxiety, • Difficulties with transitions,
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Restlessness and an inability to focus, An inability to make good use of the learning environment or the teacher.
Educational Psychotherapy produces real benefits in children’s emotional well being and their capacity to learn and engage with schools. By helping children and young people overcome these emotional barriers to learning, their self esteem, resilience and skills for learning are strengthened and engagement, positive relationships and sense of well being are promoted. For more information, contact Alison on: 01580 881 271 or alison@alisonwaterhouse.co.uk
Educational Psychotherapist Qualified Teacher and S.E.N.C.O
Is your child struggling at school? Are they ‘stuck’ in their learning? Behaviour causing concern? Educational Psychotherapy is a specialised educational and therapeutic intervention recommended for children and young people with complex emotional barriers to learning and social development. Phone: 01580 881 271 E-mail: alison@alisonwaterhouse.co.uk www.alisonwaterhouse.co.uk
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open morning Saturday 16 November - 9.30am to 12 noon Tours around the school between 10am and 11am St Andrew’s Prep provides a happy, caring environment where children discover both what they enjoy and where they excel. Visit us to find out more. Contact 01323 733203 or email admissions@standrewsprep.co.uk
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Active Kids
Our regular section showcasing the wide range of activities on offer in the local area, all of which offer a great way to burn off some youthful energy!
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We're having a ball! Come and see what all the fun's about Football and Rugby for children 18 months - 7 years Classes in: Eastbourne � Hailsham � Seaford � Lewes FREE trial class available NEW AREAS opening soon in East Sussex call Bev for details: 01323 749640 or email: blevett@littlekickers.co.uk www.littlekickers.co.uk www.littlerugby.co.uk
Mobile Softplay Hire and Pre-school Movement Classes for under 5’s We bring the FUN to your chosen VENUE! with colourful soft play shapes, ballpool, tunnels, slide and more! ideal for 0-5 year olds. See website for package options and more info. HAPPYJACKS TUMBLERS pre-school movement classes for under 5’s. See website for more information and to book a place. ALSO Fun and affordable gymnastics for 5-14yr olds. First class FREE! – see website for info.
We're having a ball! Little Kickers and Little Rugby are fun filled football and rugby programmes executed in a friendly, pressure free environment. We run football and rugby classes for girls and boys aged 18 months to 7 years all over the country and the world. Our classes, that are conducted by qualified FA coaches, teach the children invaluable life skills such as listening, sharing, taking turns and teamwork. Much emphasis is put on simple learning concepts such as colours and numbers and helping the children concentrate on basic balance, agility and coordination.
call jaki on 07738 381384 or visit www.happyjackssoftplay.co.uk
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Little Kickers and Little Rugby recognise that every child is an individual and feel they develop best with children of their own age hence the classes are broken down into four age groups. If your child would like to have a go at a fun Little Kickers or Little Rugby class ring Bev on 01323 749640 for a free trial class.
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• swimming flumes, waves, inflatables, family fun sessions & lessons available
• holiday activities sports, games, arts & crafts, trips out, swimming, soft play, bowling
• crèche • birthday parties • sports courses
children’s activities available at: summerfields leisure centre, helenswood sports centre, rye sports centre, bexhill leisure centre & bexhill leisure pool
phone 0845 337 4040 or visit www.freedom-leisure.co.uk/familyfun to find your active alternative this winter.
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Battle School of Dancing Ballet, Modern and Tap
Contact Sarah Holt A.I.S.T.D.
01424 773806
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Dancing Divas are fun dance clubs for all ages and abilities in Hastings and Rye. Children meet either in Hastings on a Saturday morning or Thursday after school in Rye. Adults get their turn on a Tuesday at St Mary in the Castle, in Hastings. Dancing to the tunes that we all like to boogie around the kitchen to when we are cooking dinner. We offer discounts for siblings and should your children attend different clubs. Our first session is always free. To complement our dance classes, we offer a selection of children’s birthday parties, details of these can be see on our website www.dancingdivas.org.uk. These too are priced according to your pocket. For more information contact Gina on 07703 573494
At Battle School of Dancing we offer classes in the main dance disciplines for children aged three to young adult. Learn ballet, modern and tap in a fun atmosphere with the emphasis on learning in a non-competitive environment. The school has been established since September 1994, and has a hundred plus pupils. We hold small friendly classes Tuesday to Friday. Dancing is an excellent way of building confidence and an understanding of music. It also builds physical development, coordination, social skills and imagination. First lesson free. Contact Sarah Holt A.I.S.T.D for details. 01424 773806 or battleschoolofdancing@hotmail.co.uk.
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Gymnastic Lessons at the Sovereign Centre
Haywood Way Hastings TN35 4PL
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Our programme of gymnastics offers activities for babies through to our Elite gymnasts. We start with daily drop-in play sessions through to structured classes with qualified coaches.
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For full details of courses available and prices, please visit:
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Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7LQ
The Martial Arts Centre - Eastbourne, Hastings Bexhill and
The instructors at The Martial Arts Centre Eastbourne, Bexhill and Hastings are highly trained and fully qualified having passed instructor courses and are officially recognised by the World Kuk Sool Association (WKSA). • • They are •fully insured and CRB checked. On • • • offer is instruction in the traditional Korean • • • • of martial arts Kuk Sool Won, as seen on ITV’s • • • ‘Let’s Get• • Gold’. Our syllabus includes hand and foot strikes, blocking and sparring, joint throwing, empty hand and weapons locking, forms, pressure points, throwing, falling and much more… Our are dedicated to Instructors your progress and development and will ensure that you receive the very best that traditional martial arts training can offer. They continually strive to help students reach and maintain their own personal goals as well as our aims of Health, Fitness, Respect, Discipline, Confidence and Self-Defence. To book your Free Intro lesson today please call on: 01323 416634 or 07540 179194 Alternatively you can check out our websites at:
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Event Listings Raffle, tombola, crafts, cards, sweets, face painting and much more. Raising funds for St Michaels Hospice. Tel: 01424 772044 www.battlememorialhall.co.uk
Lift the Lid 1st December, 1pm De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill Free, practical, family creative sessions recommended for all ages. www.dlwp.com Little Chelsea Christmas Eastbourne Town Centre 6th December Little Christmas returns to Little Chelsea in this traditional evening street event. Carol singing, music and entertainment, festive food, late night shopping, quaint market stalls.
Little Common Christmas 7th December. Royal British Legion, Meads Avenue, Little Common. 10am to 12pm Craft fayre, See Santa from 2.30pm. Entertainment from 3pm around the village, Tree lighting and procession at 5.15pm, carol concert 6pm.
Christmas Bizarre 6th & 7th December. School Creative Centre, New Rd, Rye. 6pm to 8pm Fri, 10am to 5pm Sat. A contemporary twist on the traditional festive fair. Showcasing the work of 20 original artists designers and makers. T. 01797 229797
Bexhill Lions Family Santa Dash 7th December. De La Warr Terrace, Bexhill Run, jog, walk or use a wheelchair along flat, user friendly routes for your chosen charity. 5km or 2km routes. For an entry form, visit: bexhill-triathlon.co.uk/santadash
Rye Arts & Crafts Fair 7th Dec 11am-5pm Rye Community Centre, Conduit Hill, Rye Lively and exciting craft fair with all manner of local goods on offer, entry free.
Christmas Weekend 7th & 8th December. Manor Gardens, Upper Sea Road, Bexhill. Santa arrives on his sleigh drawn by reindeer at 10.30am
Christmas Table Sale 7th December, 11am to 2pm Battle Memorial Hall, Battle High St.
Tudor Christmas 7th & 8th December, 11am-4pm Michelham Priory, Upper Dicker,
Hailsham. Come and find out how the Tudors celebrated Christmas with food demonstrations, decorations, archery, children’s activities and traditional Tudor entertainment. T:01323 844224 www.sussexpast.co.uk Edible Decorations Workshops 7th & 15th December, 11am & 2pm Sheffield Park & Garden, Uckfield. Bring your little ones along to create an edible gingerbread tree decoration to take away. Booking essential. nationaltrust.org.uk/sheffield-parkand-garden Christmas in the Castle 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st & 22nd Dec. Bodiam Castle, Bodiam Nr Robertsbridge. Visit Santa in his grotto at Bodiam Castle Tea Rooms. £6.50 per child, £3 under 18 months. nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiam-castle Christmas Fair 7th & 8th, 14th & 15th, 21st & 22nd December from 10am. Bewl water, Lamberhurst. Kids games, stalls, fair rides, Santas Grotto, and much more. £4 per person, under 4's free. Tel: 01892 890000 bewlwater.co.uk
Eastbourne Area Epilepsy Youth Group An independent florist based in Hastings, providing fresh flowers for all occasions and Lynna Carter personal service to all customers City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced National Certificate in Floristry Visit Santa at Fleur de Lynn on December 7th from 11am to 3pm, £3 per child 8 Alexandra Parade (all proceeds go to Prostatet 01424 430 088 Cancer UK & the Stroke Association) Park Avenue m 07828 871 460 8 Alexandra Parade, Park Avenue, Hastings Hastings e info@fleurdelynn.co.uk Birthdays l Special l Weddings TN34 2PQ w occasions www.fleurdelynn.co.uk
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Venue : Community Wise, Ocklynge Rd, BN21 1YP 2nd Saturday of every month 10.30am - 12.30pm
Contact: Andy Evan (Chairman) Phone: 01323 504893 Mobile: 07757 240331 email: chair@eaeg.org.uk Charity Number: 1113429
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WHITES FAMILY FRIENDLY SEAFOOD & STEAK BAR
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44-45 George St, Old Town, Hastings
01424 719846
et in a grade II listed building in the beautiful and historic Hastings Old Town, Whites Seafood and Steak Bar is a family restaurant offering a warm welcome and excellent service. Whether enjoying a welcome lunchtime break from Christmas shopping to a romantic evening meal, Whites is the perfect venue. Relax with a glass of wine and watch the world go by as you make your selection from the wide
Christmas Menu
2013 Starters
• Freshly prepared, homemade parsnip soup topped with a spiced crème fraiche. • Seared local scallops wrapped in pancetta served with a citrus salad. • Duck liver pate with orange and cognac, served with toasted french bread and mixed salad. • Scallop, crab and smoked salmon gratin, presented in the shell and served with toasted French bread. • (v) Goats cheese puff pastry tart, with a toasted walnut and balsamic vinegar mixed salad. • Tiger prawns pan-fried in garlic butter, served with a mixed salad.
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range of dishes on offer. We are proud to boast that as many of our ingredients as possible are sourced locally and our delicious specials board is regularly updated with seasonal dishes. For full details of our menu and to find our more about Whites, you can visit us online at: www.whitesbar.co.uk
• Whites Traditional old fashioned Christmas roast. Choose from either crown of turkey or belly of pork with crackling, served with home roasted potatoes, honey roasted seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding, pigs in blankets, chestnut stuffing, bread sauce, cranberry jelly or apple sauce and our very own, rich, port gravy. • Whole local plaice from our local R.X. fishing fleet, cooked with caper butter and served with honey roasted vegetable and new potatoes. • Moules a la creme. 1 Kilo of fresh English mussels served on our own white wine and cream sauce, accompanied by a basket of bread. • Game Pie. Local Rabbit, venison, pheasant and seasoned vegetables, cooked in a rich red wine and port gravy and served with garlic bread. •(v) Aubergine stuffed with a Mediterranean cous-cous, topped with feta cheese and served with a dressed salad and new potatoes. • 8oz Ribeye steak (30 day mature) served with chips, mushrooms, tomatoes and a dressed salad with a choice of mushroom or pepper sauce. (extra £3.00 supplement)
Desserts
From November 28th until December 23rd, we will be offering our 2013 Christmas menu. Our dedicated team have put together a menu that offers a wide range of quality food at an excellent price. We can accommodate small or large parties, but booking slots fill up very quickly, so call us on 01424 719846 and speak to either Ellie or Alex who will be pleased to assist you. Bon appetit! - Alex and Ellie
• Traditional Christmas Pudding served with brandy butter. • Red velvet cheesecake served with winter berries. • Baileys pancakes with vanilla ice cream and a mixed berry topping. • Warmed chocolate fudge cake served with vanilla ice cream • Pear, sultana and cinnamon crumble served with fresh double cream • Assortment of cheese and biscuits with a fig, apple and ale chutney, grapes and celery (extra £2.50 supplement) Tea, coffee and mints.
£24.95
www.whitesbar.co.uk to advertise with us call Debby on 01424 429139
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Eastbourne's Vintage Cafe Step back in time with Eastbourne's Vintage Cafe. Decked in lime green vintage birdcage wallpaper, chandeliers and the gals all in vintage theme clothes. We are also very child friendly, offer children's food packs, games to play and run children's parties All the food and beverages are served on nostalgic vintage crockery, with 40's swing playing in the background, and we operate a full eat in, and take away menu. You can find the Vintage Cafe along Terminus Road near the Seafront. Open daily 9am to 5,30pm - from 5.30pm private party bookings, free room hire. Call Tracey Wells on 0794 916 3188 Tales for Toddlers 9th Dec, 10.15am & 11.15am De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill Free, fun-filled sessions of stories, rhymes, songs and creative activities. www.dlwp.com Christmas Card Making 12th December 9.30-11.30am and 3.30-5.30pm The Rainbow Trout Pub & Restaurant, Chitcombe Road, Broad Oak. Just £1 per child, kids meal free until 6pm with every adult meal purchased. rainbowtroutpub.co.uk
performers from the Hastings Stage Studio, see p5 for more details. Tel 07938 767943 jandvproductions.ticketsource.co.uk Grimm Fairy Tales 15th December, 2pm Under Ground Theatre, Eastbourne. Darkly magical, family-friendly production featuring puppetry, parody, music, magic and masks. Box Office 0845 680 1926 undergroundtheatre.co.uk
Battle Christmas Gala 12th December from 5pm Throughout Battle. Late night shopping, seasonal entertainment, carols, brass bands, Craft market in the Memorial Hall. Aladdin 13th Dec to 12th Jan Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne Fun filled family pantomime full of East-bourne promise! See P4 for the chance to win tickets! Tel: 01323 412000 www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk
Hempsted Lane, Hailsham. Meet Santa in his grotto at Knockhatch. An action packed family day out guaranteed rain or shine. www.knockhatch.com Arts & Crafts Christmas Fair 21st December, 11am - 5pm Rye Community Centre, Conduit Hill, Rye. Lively and exciting Christmas fair with local arts & crafts. Tel: 01424 812550 Enchanted Festive Woodland Walk 21st December. 3pm - 6pm , Last Entry at 5.30pm Mallydams Wood, Peter James Lane, Fairlight, Nr Hastings. Popular pre-Christmas event in a woodland winter wonderland, Free event. rspca.org.uk/mallydams Panto - Red Riding Hood 21st December, 2pm & 6pm Battle Memorial Hall, Battle High St. Hilarious adaptation of a traditional tale, a must see family pantomime. Tel: 01424 772044 office@outthereproductions.co.uk
Dick Whittington 13th December to 4th Jan White Rock Theatre, Hastings Unmissable festive treat starring “Benidorm’s” Sheila Ried. See page 4 for your chance to win tickets! Tel: 01424 462288 www.whiterocktheatre.org.uk
Christmas Party & Street Market 14th December 1pm to 5pm Crown Street & Star Road, Old Town Eastbourne. Entertainment, Santas grotto, stalls selling seasonal crafts & produce in the ancient heart of Eastbourne.
The Magic of Christmas 13th, 14th & 15th December The Milligan Theatre, The Grove, Rye. A fantastic, festive show featuring
Santas Grotto 14th-15th and 21st-23rd December 10am to 5.30pm Knockhatch Adventure Park,
Jack and the Beanstalk 30th December 7pm Langney Village Hall, Etchingham Rd, Eastbourne Enjoy “Jack & The Beanstalk” at the Village Hall. Tickets are £3.50 per adult £2 per child, £10 for a family of two adults and two children. For tickets come to The Village Hall on Thursday evenings 7.00 to 8.30 pm or telephone Ellen Duckett on 017531 577 199 or 01323 673672
Welcome to The Car Wash Diner The perfect blend of Diner nostalgia and modern cuisine. Fabulously family friendly diner, join us for homecooked breakfast, lunch and dinner. Milkshakes, floats, burgers, hotdogs and much more.
Car Wash Diner • London Road Hurst Green • East Sussex • TN19 7QY
Tel: 01580 860370 www.carwashdiner.co.uk Sun-Thurs: 08:00 - 18:00 Fri-Sat: 0800 till late
* NEW * Film Club - Tuesday nights from 4.30pm. £6.95 per child including dinner and popcorn. Come along, relax, have a coffee or a glass of wine and let us entertain your kids! Children's Menu - just £6.95 for two courses Fantastic venue for Children's parties, teenage parties, proms and discos • Fully Licensed • Easy Parking at rear • • Bookings and Walk-ins welcome •
Talk to us about... PARTIES, GIGS, EVENTS AND FUNCTIONS
50's Style Dining in the Heart of Sussex With it's bright, stylishly retro interior and warm, informal welcome, entering the Car Wash Diner feels like a breath of fresh air in todays world of global restaurant chains. The custom-car style turquoise and white seating, the pool table, bar stools and quirky, stylish interior design touches all deliver that "wow" factor.
dogs and if you still have room, some classic desserts to indulge in! Each plate arrives beautifully presented and generously filled. The Children's menu offers slightly smaller portions of the same delicious food for smaller appetites and everything is very reasonably priced.
In keeping with the decor, the menu offers a contemporary take on classic diner favourites, with juicy, home-made burgers, ribs, chilli, hot
and some fabulous home-cooked food, look no further than the Car Wash Diner! www.carwashdiner.co.uk
We found the Car Wash Diner Spotlessly clean, funky decor is all to be a fantastic teatime treat very well, but a restaurant needs for the kids, but they are also Party fun for all ages to have a good atmosphere too. building a reputation for offering The Car Wash Diner, certainly delicious breakfasts and putting has that. When we visited late on regular live music too! The one Friday afternoon, we found stylish venue and delicious the place buzzing with families food make the Car Wash Diner having a good time. The staff an excellent venue for a special were friendly and relaxed and all event or party. Based right on seemed to have time for a friendly chat and a bit the A21 with ample car parking, you'll find it a of banter. This all combined to produce a very very convenient place to drop in. relaxed and child friendly environment. So if you're looking for a little bit of 50's style
The Rainbow Trout Village Pub & Restaurant
01424 882031 Chitcombe Road, Broad Oak, Rye, E Sussex, TN31 6EU
Located between the famous towns of Rye and Battle, the Rainbow Trout is a beautiful, family friendly village pub boasting a huge garden, outdoor play area, ample parking and a private function room. Our indoor soft play area for toddlers is available during the week, including our early opening at 10am Thu-Sun for coffee, cake and breakfasts Our traditional pub menu features a wide range of Home-Cooked & Locally Sourced food, with a separate children's menu. Sunday Carvery, ÂŁ2.50 for each child accompanied by an adult paying full price (ÂŁ8.95) NEW winter menu with new dishes and some of your favourites reduced in price. Meat & fish specials each Friday & Saturday evening including our Steak Hot Rocks
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OF OUR READERS & ADVERTISERS! Thanks for all of your support during 2013, we'll be back in the Spring with another fun-packed magazine. We hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and best wishes for a happy and prosperous year in 2014!
Bookings now being taken for Christmas Parties To find out more, please visit:
WWW.RAINBOWTROUTPUB.CO.UK
Fully licensed cafe with Outdoor Games and programme of events on the Open Space
Breakfasts, great meals, home made cakes and much more! Vegetarian, vegan and non-gluten menucafe itemsand available. Drop by and check out our new new menu Open 364 days a year from 10am Mon-Fri, 9am Weekends. open 10am Mon-Fri, 9am Weekends Late night opening for Stade Saturdays!
T: 01424 447116
www.eathastings.co.uk
Delicious Kellys Cornish scooped creams our charming info@eathastings.co.uk Ice cream, giftware & local craftsicefrom our from beautiful seaside kiosk kiosk
Family Friendly Cafe Diner
New Winter Opening Hours* Winter Warmer Menu coming Soon**
All day breakfasts, light lunches, Kids Menu & Much More! Quality food, great value, large car park and garden. Open: Mon - Fri 6.30am - 4.30pm Sat & Sun 8am - 5.30pm Situated on the A21 between Robertsbridge and Johns Cross, T N32 5JH
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Cafe
01580 882155 www.route1066cafe.co.uk info@route1066cafe.co.uk
* With effect from 1st Nov 2013 **please check website & facebook for latest news and menu changes
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Buckswood School Explore all your options for September 2014
Year 9 and 10 girls and boys - building friendships which will last a lifetime and span the globe
Dear Parents, As the end of the month approaches you are faced with the daunting prospect of choosing your child’s secondary school, setting them on a path that will affect the rest of their lives. In the future, they will face challenges that Buckswood equips them with the skills to face and conquer. Buckswood lays the foundations for success by offering an education that is unlike any other; through languages (we teach 17), through competition (we teach 15 sports), through academic achievement (we have a 100% University entrance rate). At Buckswood we nurture dynamic, motivated young ladies and gentlemen who are ready to enter the Global community as leaders. The greatest investment you can make is your child’s education. Don’t be put off by the posh gates - it costs nothing to find out more, and we invite you to make an appointment to look around and find out just how affordable private education is. It is time to find out what the Buckswood Difference could mean to you.
Open Day – November 16th 10am T: 01424 813813
www.buckswood.co.uk
E: pr@buckswood.co.uk
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