October half term holiday activity programme by Lancaster City Council

October 2011 Programme Come and join Lancaster City Council for a week of exciting activities that are guaranteed to keep you busy during the half term holiday. New for this half term is a selection of exciting museum activities that will appeal to all inquisitive minds. See page 17 onwards for more details. Also new this holiday is a whole week of fun with Salt Ayre Sports Mania. This five day programme offers a selection of fun games and sports every day at Salt Ayre Sports Centre. Places are strictly limited and they’re bound to go fast, so make sure you book early to secure your place. Whatever you decide to try this holiday, you’re sure to have lots of fun, make new friends and have a truly memorable experience.

Contents 2011 Programme

Booking Information

How to use this guide

A-Z Activity Guide 6 All you need to know about the activities on offer.

The details for all of our holiday activities can be found in this brochure, listed in both A to Z format and in a day by day format. The back page also has an ‘at a glance’ section that lists all the activities in date order.

Activity Programme 10 Day-to-day guide to all the activities on offer.

Please note that each workshop has different requirements e.g. age, specific clothing, venues vary and transport is sometimes provided. Please see each workshop individually. Please also note that due to some workshops being outdoors they are weather dependant and can be cancelled on the day. If you are concerned on the day if a particular activity is running or not, please contact Salt Ayre Sports Centre for confirmation.

Booking Form Centre All bookings MUST be made by filling in this form. At A Glance Back All the activities available in a quick-to-view format.

Activities for under 8 year olds Throughout our brochure you will find an increased number of workshops for 4 to 7 year olds. PLEASE NOTE: A responsible adult must stay on site during any workshop for children under 8 years old. Parents are expected to take part with their child in some workshops. Sports, arts and museum courses for children and young people.

Booking Information Bookings can be taken in three ways: • In person (from Monday 3 October) • By post (from Monday 3 October) • By phone (from Monday 3 October)

Please note that all activities that are provided at Heysham and Carnforth swimming pools and at Lancaster museums must be booked directly with them during their normal opening hours. 1. To book and pay in person Bookings with cash and card payments can be made in person by visiting Salt Ayre Sports Centre between 8am and 9pm Monday to Friday, or between 8am and 6pm Saturday and Sunday. Be sure to have a fully completed booking form for each applicant and your payment.

2. To book and pay by postal application (no cash, cheques only) 1. Cheques are the only means of payment when applying by post. 2. Firstly, fully complete a booking form (you will find two forms at the centre pages of this booklet). Use only one form per person. 3. Calculate the cost of the activities booked. 4. Across your cheque, write in words “An amount not to exceed £...” 5. Make the cheque payable to Lancaster City Council and sign the cheque. We will write in the final amount and send you your receipt. 6. Make sure you have signed and dated the declaration.

PAY

An amount not to exceed £18

This system reduces the number of cheques that may have to be returned to customers, due to the unavailability of some activities when booking. For example: 3 activities at £6 each = £18 £

Signature

Only two activities available, amount due = £12

Complete the process by placing your cheque(s) and booking form(s) in an envelope and send to: Holiday Activity Programme, Salt Ayre Sports Centre, Salt Ayre Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5JS

3. To book and pay by phone (payments of £5 or more only) To book and pay for your activities by phone, call the Holiday Activity Programme Booking and Information Line on 01524 842493 – Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm or 01524 847540 – Monday to Friday, 7am to 8pm and weekends 8am to 6pm. Our friendly staff will guide you through the booking process. Please have the following details at hand: • Applicant(s) name and date of birth • Address and post code • Contact and emergency telephone number • Your credit / debit card details All applicants for the Holiday Activity Programme will require a parent or guardian declaration. This will be done during your booking.

ACCEPTED CARDS

Additional Information Activity information - We strongly advise that all participants wear suitable clothing for the activity that they are due to take part in. Information about suitable clothing or requirements for each session can be found in pages 10 to 16. Disabled access - Where possible, we use premises which are fully accessible. If you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact the holiday activity team on 01524 582825. Enquiries and further details - The Holiday Activity Programme Office is based at: Salt Ayre Sports Centre, Salt Ayre Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5JS. Passport to Leisure holders - If your child has or is included on a Passport to Leisure card, they are entitled to £1 discount per activity. To obtain extra brochures or for general enquiries, please contact the Holiday Activity Programme Information and Booking Line on (01524) 842493. Further booking forms can be downloaded from the council’s website at www.lancaster.gov.uk/holidayprogramme. The programme is correct at the time of going to print. However, the organisers reserve the right to make changes. Participation in all the activities is entirely at the participant’s own risk. Lancaster City Council regrets that under no circumstances can refunds be given, unless the council cancels the activity due to minimum numbers or any unforeseen circumstances.

Sports, arts and museum courses for children and young people.

A-Z - Activity Guide Aerial extreme – adventure ropes course and safari park NEW! Experience the exciting and exhilarating high adrenaline adventure ropes course with a new state of the art safety system. Please note that children MUST be over 1.1m in height to take part in this activity. After the ropes course it’s back on the bus to visit the safari park and see lots of animals in their open environment. This is as close to seeing animals in the wild as you will get!

Aerial runway / king swing Fly through the trees on special aerial runways that run high above woodland and a lake. Have you got what it takes to make it to the end of the course? After a quick lunch on firm land, you’ll learn to swing through the trees like Tarzan with our king swing at an awesome height and speed. The session will be run by the YMCA Lakeside Centre’s qualified and experienced instructors.

Archery If you fancy becoming the next Robin Hood, why not come along and try your hand at archery? We will teach you all the skills needed to hit the board every time. You will take part in team games, individual games, scoring games and balloon popping. This course is ideal for beginners.

Arts and crafts Show your creative side with activities ranging from painting, face painting, colouring and lots of amazing things to make. We supply all the materials - you provide the imagination.

Badge swim sessions NEW! This is a great opportunity to test your swimming and get rewarded for your effort. You can swim up to 5,000 metres in this session. How far will you get? Badge and certificate included in the price. Takes place in Carnforth and Heysham swimming pools.

Ball games Come and bring all the family to our fun and exciting ball games session in Heysham Pool. Have a go at playing volleyball, water polo, basketball and lots more. All games take place in shallow water.

Bat walk NEW! Join us for this fascinating walk and discover the mysterious world of the bat. Learn how they live with our expert guide and discover the bats at their best.

Be a zoo keeper Have you got what it takes to become a zoo keeper for the day? Working with our zoo keepers at Williamson Park you will learn how to look after animals, help feed them and get the Butterfly House ready for opening. Are you brave enough to handle some of our mini-beasts? This will be a great morning for anyone interested in animals. 6

Did you know? All of our holiday activities are run by trained professionals who are experts at working with young people. Whatever you get up to this half-term, rest assured that you will be in safe hands! Bug hunting Explore the woodlands and track down the creepy crawlies. Using our special bug hunting equipment, learn more about the creatures that live in the undergrowth and how they live.

Children’s bowls Bowls is a great sport that’s suitable for all. This session teaches you the basics of the game and lets you test your new skills in a number of fun games and activities.

Cycling skills (off-road)

Diving school NEW! Learn how to dive this October with our fully qualified swimming teacher Suzy Casey. Learn how to perform sitting, standing dives, dive through hoops and dive down to the bottom of the deep end for treasure. All participants must be able to swim in deep water.

Extreme sports – snowboarding / indoor skydiving / tubing / luging Calling all adrenaline junkies! Test your nerves with an indoor skydive at Airkix (www.airkix.com) where you’ll experience the thrill of skydiving indoors. After you've landed its time to hit the slopes at Chill Factore with a snowboarding lesson and a tubing and luging session (big rubber rings and flat luging boards). All the activities are supervised by experienced, qualified coaches and all the equipment is supplied.

Fire building Experience the thrill of building safe fires, toast marshmallows and make a delicious cup of hot chocolate.

Floats and inflatables party Have lots of fun this October at our special pool party. Bring your own floats, inflatables and toys or enjoy the ones provided at the pool and splash along to the freshest pop music. All participants must be able to swim in deep water.

Free play A variety of games and activities including giant jenga, giant connect 4, snakes and ladders. This is a great session for anyone who just wants to have fun.

Sports, arts and museum courses for children and young people.

A-Z Activity Guide

Let’s explore the rough stuff! This cycling course will be all off-road and you can practice your skills away from the tarmac. It is open to children of all abilities and is always a lot of fun.

Ice Skating and Kyran Bracken’s Ice Party show NEW! Find out what ‘Dancing on Ice’ really is like! After a morning coaching session, it’s time to practice your new skills until lunch. Finish the day by watching the amazing Kyran Bracken’s Ice Party show. A great day out for all ice-skating fans.

Indoor climbing wall NEW! Come and try the indoor climbing wall at the newly built Lancaster University Sports Centre. This session is suitable for both beginners and advanced climbers. You will receive expert tuition on how to overcome the slabs, the vertical and overhanging walls. Please note you MUST wear laced up trainers to take part in this activity.

Indoor mini tennis NEW! Mini tennis is a fun way for anyone aged between 4 and 12 years to get a feel for the adult game. It’s been designed to allow young players to develop at a speed that suits them. All sessions will be delivered by a professional tennis coach.

Junior wildlife detectives Discover the insects and mini-beasts of Williamson Park and explore the undergrowth to reveal the habitats in which creatures live. What lurks in the woodland? What creatures only come out at night? Find the answers to these questions and more on this fascinating wildlife detective session.

Karate Karate training consists of punching, kicking and blocking techniques perfected over centuries for self defence and physical development. Join us for a typical karate training session involving warm up, basic combinations, partner work, practice of form (kata) and physical exercises such as stretching. A great introduction to this ancient martial art.

Learn to cycle This short course is aimed at children who cannot yet ride or still use stabilisers. Please bring a roadworthy bike which allows the seat to be lowered so that your child can get his/her feet flat on the ground and suitable clothing for being outdoors.

Learn to cycle improvers NEW! This new course is aimed at those children who have recently completed a Learn to Cycle session but still need a bit of help to get cycling. Please bring a roadworthy bike which allows the seat to be lowered so that your child can get his/her feet flat on the ground and suitable clothing for being outdoors.

Mini Olympics This session is ideal for any budding athletes of the future and would suit children aged 5 to 8. Take part in a variety of fun and exciting events to test your speed, jumping, hurdling and throwing ability. All the activities are designed for the younger children so that they will all be able to compete together.

Morecambe FC v Rotherham United (match, coaching and tour) NEW! This is an amazing opportunity to watch our local team take on Rotherham United. Join us for a tour of the Globe Arena and then receive a coaching session from Morecambe FC’s own coaches. Finish the day by watching the exciting match against Rotherham United. Children are fully supervised at all times including during the match. 8

Morecambe FC v Gillingham FC (match, coaching and tour) NEW! Similar to activity on page 8, but this time your day will include a Morecambe FC v Gillingham FC football match.

Nature trail Join us on this adventurous nature trail and explore the plants and animals that live all around us. This guided walk is perfect for exploring nature at its best.

Rounders This great game is fun for all the family. Learn some basic skills and then take part in a giant game of rounders, not to be missed.

Skiing / luging Fly down the slopes on this exciting visit to the Chill Factore in Manchester. After a morning coaching and practice session on skiing techniques, the afternoon will focus on luging. A great day out for anyone who loves winter sports.

Snowboarding / tubing After a morning coaching and practice session on snowboarding techniques, the afternoon will focus on tubing. Hold on tight as you hurtle down the real snow slopes at the Chill Factore, Manchester.

Velodrome track cycling / BMX track cycling - Manchester Test out all your cycling skills at the Manchester Velodrome; the home of British Cycling. Start the day with an exciting coaching session from British Cycling coaches then after lunch try out the brand new indoor BMX track - the only one in Britain. A perfect session for anyone who loves cycling.

Sports, arts and museum courses for children and young people.

Activity Booking Form 1

Official Activity Booking Form All Holiday Programme bookings MUST be made on this form. No bookings will be accepted without a fully completed and signed booking form. 1. Which activities do you wish to book? Activity Ref (e.g. ACT002)

Activity Title (e.g. Multi-skills)

Activity Price (e.g. £5)

TOTAL (£)

2. Participant Details First name: ...................................................... Surname: ....................................................................

Town: ............................................................... County: ......................................................................... Postcode: ............................................................... Email: ...................................................................... Date of birth: ......................................................Age: ................................................. Male q Female q Emergency contact name:...................................................................................................................... Emergency contact telephone number 1 :............................................................................................. Emergency contact telephone number 2 :............................................................................................. 3. Medical Information Name of child’s doctor .............................................................................. Tel: ..................................... Does your child have any allergies or suffer from any conditions requiring medical treatment including medication?

q Yes .................................... q No If yes - please provide details: ................................................................................................................................................................. ................................................................................................................................................................. Do you consider your child to have a disability? q Yes q No If yes - What is the nature of the impairment? q Physical impairment

q Visual impairment

q Learning difficulty

q Hearing impairment

q Other, please specify: ............................................................................

Booking Form 1

Address: ..................................................................................................................................................

Activity Booking Form 1 4. Information request How did you find out about this activity programme? Please tick only one:

q Word of mouth q city council website

q Other website

q From school q By post q Local newspaper q Information posters Is this the first time you have taken part in our holiday programme?

q Yes q No

You will automatically be added to our mailing list, however you can be sent the activity programme via email if you wish? Email: …………………………………………………………............................................................................ 5. Declaration - Please read and sign the following declarations: In the event of an illness, having responsibility for the above named child, I give permission for medical treatment to be administered where considered necessary by a nominated first aider, or by a suitably qualified medical practitioner. If I cannot be contacted and my child should require emergency hospital treatment, I authorise a qualified medical practitioner to provide emergency treatment or medication. Photograph consent. I give my consent for Lancaster City Council staff and any others authorised by Lancaster City Council to photograph my child/children whilst he/she/they are taking part in activities run by Lancaster City Council. These photographs may be used by Lancaster City Council and other authorised organisations to advertise or promote future events run by the council. I do not wish my child/children to be photographed q Signature of Parent or Guardian: ............................................................................................................................................................... Print name: ...................................................................................................................................... Date:.................................................. Please note: Participation in all activities is entirely at the participant's own risk. Lancaster City Council cannot take responsibility for personal injury or loss of personal possessions when taking part, however, all possible care will be taken.

6. Payment I enclose the sum of £.......................... Please make cheques payable to Lancaster City Council - see information on page 4. No refunds will be given unless the activity is cancelled by Lancaster City Council. Please send your completed form(s) and payment to: Holiday Programme, Salt Ayre Sports Centre, Salt Ayre Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5JS (Please complete both sides.)

Activity Booking Form 2

Activity Title (e.g. Multi-skills)

Activity Price (e.g. £5)

TOTAL (£)

2. Participant Details First name: ...................................................... Surname: ....................................................................

q Visual impairment

q Learning difficulty

q Hearing impairment

q Other, please specify: ............................................................................

Booking Form 2

Address: ..................................................................................................................................................

Activity Booking Form 2 4. Information request How did you find out about this activity programme? Please tick only one:

q Word of mouth q city council website

q Other website

q From school q By post q Local newspaper q Information posters Is this the first time you have taken part in our holiday programme?

q Yes q No

Autumn Activity Programme HOW IT WORKS! ACT NUMBER - Workshop Title Date

Time

Venue

Max Numbers

Age

Cost

Section

Information / What to bring / Where to meet

MONDAY ACTIVITIES ACT 001 - Salt Ayre sport mania Mon 24-10-2011 to Fri 28-10-2011

9am to 4pm

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

8 to 12

£45 for 5 days

See advert on inside front cover. This 5 day programme of sports, games and pool fun starts every day at 9am at Salt Ayre Sports Centre. Please bring your swimming kit and packed lunch. Alternatively, there is catering available within the sports centre. Please note that this is a 5 day activity programme and days cannot be booked individually.

ACT 002 - Learn to swim week Mon 24-10-2011 to Fri 28-10-2011

10.30am to 11am Carnforth Swimming Pool CA

4 to 10

£21.50 for 5 days

Meet at Heysham Pool foyer. Under 8’s must be supervised in the building at all times by a responsible person of at least 16 years of age.

ACT 003 - Velodrome track cycling / BMX track cycling - Manchester Mon 24-10-11

9am – 5pm

Manchester Velodrome

9 to 16

£22

Please wear sensible clothing for this indoor activity. All equipment and transport is provided; just turn up raring to go at Morecambe Town Hall with a packed lunch and a drink.

ACT 004 – Learn to cycle Mon 24-10-11

10am – 12noon

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

£6

Please bring a roadworthy bike which allows the seat to be lowered so that your child can get his/her feet flat on the ground and suitable clothing and helmet for being outdoors. Children must be accompanied by an adult who may be asked to assist. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

FOR MORE DETAILS ON INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITIES PLEASE SEE PAGES 6-9

ACT 005 – Bug hunting Mon 24-10-11

10.30am – 12noon

Happy Mount Park

5 to 8

FREE

Please meet at the green kiosk in the middle of the park. Waterproofs and wellies may be needed depending on the weather. All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

ACT 006 – Cycle skills Mon 24-10-11

1pm – 3pm

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

6 to 9

£6

Please bring a roadworthy bike, helmet and suitable clothing for being outdoors. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 007 – Nature trail Mon 24-10-11

2pm – 3.30pm

Happy Mount Park

5 to 12

FREE

Meet at the green kiosk in the middle of the park. Waterproofs and wellies may be needed depending on the weather. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

ACT 008 – Junior wildlife detectives Mon 24-10-11

2pm – 3pm

Williamson Park

8 to 14

£4

Wear suitable clothing. Meet at Williamson Park gift shop (next to the Butterfly House) at 1.55pm.

ACT 009 – Archery Mon 24-10-11

2pm - 4pm

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

8 to 14

£5

Tracksuit, t-shirt and trainers required. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 010 – Indoor climbing wall NEW! Mon 24-10-11

2pm - 4pm

8 to 16

Lancaster Uni Sports Centre

£5.50

Tracksuit, t-shirt and trainers required. Meet at the new Lancaster University Sports Centre reception.

ACT 011 – Diving school Mon 24-10-11

4pm – 5pm

Heysham Pool

5 to 16

£3.50

Meet at Heysham Pool foyer. Under 8’s must be supervised in the building at all times by a responsible person of at least 16 years of age.

TUESDAY ACTIVITIES ACT 012 – Aerial extreme – adventure ropes course and Safari Park Tues 25-10-11

8.45am – 5pm

Knowsley Safari Park

8 to 16

£22

Please bring waterproofs, tracksuit, trainers that lace up and a packed lunch for this outdoor workshop. Transport is provided. Meet at Morecambe Town Hall reception. You must be 1.1m or taller to take part. Sports, arts and museum courses for children and young people.

ACT 013 – Mini Olympics Tues 25-10-11

10.30am - 12noon

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

5 to 8

£3.50

Please bring a waterproof jacket and a drink for this outdoor workshop. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 014 – Karate Tues 25-10-11

1pm - 2pm

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

5 to 7

£3.50

Tracksuit, t-shirt and trainers required. Parents/guardians must stay in the building for the duration of the session. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 015 – Karate Tues 25-10-11

2.15pm - 3.15pm

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

8 to 12

£3.50

Tracksuit, t-shirt and trainers required. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 0016 – Fire building Tues 25-10-11

2pm – 3.30pm

Williamson Park

5 to 12

FREE

Please meet at the Ashton Memorial steps in the park. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

ACT 017 – Floats and inflatables party Tue 25-10-11

4pm – 6pm

Heysham Pool

£4

Meet at Heysham Pool foyer. Under 8’s must be supervised in the water at all times by a responsible person of at least 16 years of age.

ACT 018 – Morecambe FC v Rotherham United – (match, coaching and tour) NEW! Tues 25-10-11

5pm – 9.30pm

Globe Arena, Morecambe LD

8 to 14

£12

Please bring waterproofs, warm clothing, suitable footwear for astro turf (no metal studs) and a packed tea. Meet at the Community Sports reception at the back of the Globe Arena.

ACT 019 – Bat walk NEW! Tues 25-10-11

6.30pm – 7.45pm

Happy Mount Park

5 to12

FREE

Please meet at the green kiosk in the middle of the park. Waterproofs and wellies may be needed depending on the weather. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

FOR MORE DETAILS ON INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITIES PLEASE SEE PAGES 6-9

WEDNESDAY ACTIVITIES ACT 020 – Skiing / luging NEW! Weds 26-10-11

9am – 5.15pm

Chill Factore, Manchester

8 to 16

£22

You must have gloves, waterproofs and wear clothes which fully cover arms and legs whilst doing this activity. Transport is included - please meet at Morecambe Town Hall reception and bring a packed lunch.

ACT 021 – Snowboarding / tubing NEW! Weds 26-10-11

9am – 5.15pm

Chill Factore, Manchester

8 to 16

£22

ACT 022 – Be a zoo keeper Wed 26-10-11

9.30am – 12.30pm

Williamson Park

8 to 14

£5

Wear suitable clothing. Meet at Williamson Park gift shop (next to the Butterfly House) at 9:15am.

ACT 023 - Badge swim session Wed 26-10-11

11am - 1pm

Carnforth Swimming Pool CA

£4.50

(Price includes badge and certificate.)

Meet at Carnforth Pool foyer. Under 8’s must be supervised in the building at all times by a responsible person of at least 16 years of age. Any distance can be attempted at any time during the session.

ACT 024 –Arts and crafts Weds 26-10-11

10.30am – 12pm

Poulton Park

5 to 12

FREE

Please meet at the play park. All children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

ACT 025 – Free play Weds 26-10-11

2pm – 3.30pm

Ryelands Estate

5 to 12

FREE

Please meet at the hard-court. All children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

THURSDAY ACTIVITIES ACT 026 – Extreme sports – snowboarding / indoor skydiving / luging / tubing NEW! Thurs 27-10-11

8.30am – 5pm

Chill Factore and Airkix, Manchester

8 to 16

£30

You must have gloves, waterproofs and wear clothes which fully cover arms and legs whilst doing this activity. Please note you must have laced up trainers for skydiving. Transport is included - please meet at Morecambe Town Hall reception and bring a packed lunch. Sports, arts and museum courses for children and young people.

ACT 027 – Ball games Thurs 27-10-11

9am – 10am

Heysham Pool

£3.50

Meet at Heysham Pool foyer. Under 8’s must be supervised in the water at all times by a responsible person of at least 16 years of age.

ACT 028 – Be a zoo keeper Thurs 27-10-11

9.30am – 12.30pm

Williamson Park

8 to 14

£5

Wear suitable clothing. Meet at Williamson Park gift shop (next to the Butterfly House) at 9:15am.

ACT 029 – Archery Thurs 27-10-11

2pm - 4pm

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

8 to 14

£5

Tracksuit, t-shirt and trainers required. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

FRIDAY ACTIVITIES ACT 030 – Badge swim session Fri 28-10-11

9am – 1pm

Heysham Pool

£5.50

(Including Badge & Certificate)

Meet at Heysham Pool foyer. Under 8’s must be supervised in the building at all times by a responsible person of at least 16 years of age.

ACT 031 – Ice skating and Kyran Bracken's Ice Party show NEW! Fri 28-10-11 15

9.30am – 6pm

Blackpool Pleasure Beach Ice Rink 8 to 16

£22

Warm clothing, hat, gloves and change of clothes required. Transport is provided. Please remember to bring a packed lunch. Meet at Morecambe Town Hall reception.

ACT 032 – Aerial runway / king swing Fri 28-10-11

9.30am – 4.45pm

YMCA Lakeside, Cumbria

8 to 16

£22

Waterproofs, warm clothing, hat, gloves, towel and change of clothes required for this outdoor workshop. Please remember to bring a packed lunch. Transport is provided. Meet at Morecambe Town Hall.

ACT 033 – Learn to cycle - improvers Fri 28-10-11

10am – 12noon

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

6 to 8

£6

Please bring a roadworthy bike, helmet and suitable clothing for being outdoors. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

FOR MORE DETAILS ON INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITIES PLEASE SEE PAGES 6-9

ACT 034 – Indoor mini tennis NEW! Fri 28-10-11

10.30am – 11.30am

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

4 to 7

£2.50

Tracksuit, t-shirt and trainers required for this indoor activity. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 035 – Indoor mini tennis NEW! Fri 28-10-11

11.30am – 12.30am

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

4 to 7

£2.50

ACT 036 – Cycling skills Fri 28-10-11

1pm – 3pm

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

9 to 12

£6

Please bring a roadworthy bike, helmet and suitable clothing for being outdoors. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 037 – Indoor mini tennis NEW! Fri 28-10-11

1.30pm – 3.30pm

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

8 to 12

£5

Tracksuit, t-shirt and trainers required for this indoor activity. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 038 – Arts and crafts Fri 28-10-11

10.30am – 12pm

Happy Mount Park

5 to 12

FREE

Please meet at the green kiosk in the middle of the park. All children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

ACT 039 – Rounders Fri 28-10-11 30

2pm – 3.30pm 8 to12

Happy Mount Park

FREE

Please meet at the green kiosk at front of park. All children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

ACT 040 – Junior wildlife detectives Fri 28-10-11

2pm – 3pm

Williamson Park

8 to 14

£4

Wear suitable clothing for this outdoor activity. Meet at Williamson Park gift shop (next to the Butterfly House) at 1.55pm.

Sports, arts and museum courses for children and young people.

SATURDAY ACTIVITIES ACT 041 – Children’s bowls taster session Sat 29-10-11

10am – 12pm

5 to 12

Happy Mount Park

FREE

Please meet at the green kiosk at the front of the kiosk. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

ACT 042 – Morecambe FC v Gillingham FC – (match, coaching and tour) NEW! Sat 29-10-11

12.30pm – 4.45pm

Globe Arena, Morecambe LD

8 to 14

£12

Waterproofs, warm clothing, suitable footwear for astro turf (no metal studs). Meet at the Community Sports reception at the back of the Globe Arena.

ACT 043 – Children’s bowls taster session Sat 29-10-11

1pm – 3pm

Happy Mount Park

5 to 12

FREE

Please meet at the green kiosk. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

Halloween Horror! cashire Museums Family friendly activities at Lan To book

during the October half term! Come and join us for family fun direct . vities, please contact the museum a place at any of the following acti Judges Lodgings Spooky masks Saturday 22 October. Session times: 12.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm, 3.15pm. (45 minutes) Design your own spooky mask for trick or treat disguises. Witch and wizard hats Sunday 23 October. Session times: 12.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm, 3.15pm. (45 minutes) Make a witch or wizard hat for Halloween dressing up fun. Wicker lanterns Monday 24 October. Session times: 12.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm, 3.15pm. (45 minutes) Make a traditional wicker lantern to light the dark Halloween nights. Halloween potions Tuesday 25 October. Session times: 12.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm, 3.15pm. (45 minutes) Join Witch Demdike and weave your spell to make Halloween potions. Spooky lanterns Wednesday 26 October. Session times: 10.30am, 1.30pm. (2 hours) Create your own spooky lantern to scare the ghouls away on Halloween. Go batty Thursday 27 October. Session times: 12.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm, 3.15pm. (45 minutes) Go batty when you make a bat mobile for Halloween decorations.

Spooky stories Friday 28 October. Session times: 12.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm, 3.15pm. (45 minutes) Spooky stories and spell book secrets. Witch and Wizard hats Saturday 29 October. Session times: 12.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm, 3.15pm. (45 minutes) Make a witch or wizard hat for Halloween dressing up fun. Halloween potions Sunday 30 October. Session times: 12.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm, 3.15pm. (45 minutes) Join Witch Demdike and weave your spell to make Halloween potions.

Prices and booking All of the activities listed above are included in the price of museum admission: Adults ÂŁ3.00, Concessions ÂŁ2.00, Children FREE (accompanied). Special museum opening times for October half term 22 to 30 October 2011 (12noon to 4pm). Judges Lodgings Church Street, Lancaster, LA1 1YS

Call 01524 32808 to book your place now!

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Lancaster Castle

Lancaster City Museum

Kids Activity Tour Wednesday 26 October at 2pm.

Horrid history at Halloween Find out how horrid history can be at our fun activities!

A special tour with the under 12s in mind. Join our costumed guides for an exciting trip around the castle. Activities include taking part in a mock trial (you could even be the Judge!). Every child receives a free gift.

Prices and booking Price: ÂŁ4. Please note all children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Lancaster Castle Castle Parade, Lancaster, LA1 1YJ

Call 01524 64998 to buy your ticket now!

Lancaster Maritime Museum Earth, Sea, Sky Tuesday 25 October. Session times: 10.30am, 1.30pm. (2 hours) Paint a coastal scene inspired by our special exhibition. Led by tutors from the Adult College. Ages 6-12. Booking required. Monty's Halloween Potato Printing Wednesday 26 October Session times: 11am, 2pm. (2 hours) Aimed at ages 3-8. No booking required - just drop in! Ghoulish Ghost Pirates and Spooky Sea Monsters Friday 28 October Session times: 11am, 2pm. (2 hours) Create a monster to scare your friends. Aimed at ages 6-12. Booking required.

Prices and booking All the activities are FREE! Lancaster Maritime Museum Custom House, St George's Quay, Lancaster, LA1 1RB

Call 01524 382264 to book your activity now!

Plague, Boils and Pox Tuesday 25 October. Session times: 11am, 2pm. (2 hours) Discover the horrid history of the plague, the pox and other terrible illnesses. Learn what weird medicines were used centuries ago. Dirty Rotten Jobs Wednesday 26 October. Session times: 11am, 2pm. (2 hours) Find out about some of the revolting, terrible jobs children were made to do throughout history. Battle Scars and Axes Thursday 27 October. Session times: 11am, 2pm. (2 hours) Learn about the grisly details of bloody battles and terrible wars in history. Revolting Royalty Thursday 27 October. Session times: 11am, 2pm. (2 hours) Learn about the grisly details of bloody battles and terrible wars in history. Shrunken Heads! Saturday 29 October. Session times: 11am, 2pm Get ghoulishly creative and make your own shrunken head to take home for Halloween.

Prices and booking All the activities are FREE and require you to book in advance. Lancaster City Museum Market Square, Lancaster LA1 1HT

Call 01524 64637 now to book your free place!

The selfish Crocodile A funny forest adventure about a snappy crocodile and a brave little mouse. A triumphant tale of true friendship! For children aged 3-7

The Platform, Morecambe Friday 28 October at 2pm Tickets: £6/£5 Family: £20 Bookings: 01524 582803 www.lancaster.gov.uk/platform

Exercise your body and mind! With an outdoor orienteering challenge at Williamson Park! Navigate your way between control points around the park on our unique map and decide on the best route to complete the course in the quickest time.

Cost: £5 per group (max 10 participants) Individual maps: £1.60 Book at the shop now or call 01524 33318 to arrange your visit.

• Any age welcome! • Any ability—walk, jog or run at your own pace. • Great for families, couples or groups.

For more information visit www.lancaster.gov.uk/williamsonpark

At a glance - October 2011 All week ACT 001 - Salt Ayre sport mania ACT 002 - Learn to swim week

ACT 023 - Badge swim session ACT 024 – Arts and crafts ACT 025 – Free play

£4.50 FREE FREE

Thursday 27 October ACT 026 – Extreme sports NEW! ACT 027 – Ball games ACT 028 – Be a zoo keeper ACT 029 – Archery

£30 £3.50 £5 £5

£22 £3.50 £3.50 £3.50 FREE £4 £12 FREE

Friday 28 October ACT 030 – Badge swim session ACT 031 – Ice skating and Ice Party show NEW! ACT 032 – Aerial runway / king swing ACT 033 – Learn to cycle - improvers ACT 034 – Indoor mini tennis NEW! ACT 035 – Indoor mini tennis NEW! ACT 036 – Cycling skills ACT 037 – Indoor mini tennis NEW! ACT 038 – Arts and crafts ACT 039 – Rounders ACT 040 – Junior wildlife detectives

£5.50 £22 £22 £6 £2.50 £2.50 £6 £5 FREE FREE £4

£22 £22 £5

Saturday 29 October ACT 041 – Children’s bowls taster session ACT 042 – Morecambe FC v Gillingham FC NEW! ACT 043 – Children’s bowls taster session

FREE £12 FREE

Monday 24 October ACT 003 – Velodrome track cycling / BMX track cycling ACT 004 – Learn to cycle ACT 005 – Bug hunting ACT 006 – Cycle skills ACT 007 – Nature trail ACT 008 – Junior wildlife detectives ACT 009 – Archery ACT 010 – Indoor climbing wall NEW! ACT 011 – Diving school

£22 £6 FREE £6 FREE £4 £5 £5.50 £3.50

Tuesday 25 October ACT 012 – Aerial extreme – adventure ropes and safari park ACT 013 – Mini Olympics ACT 014 – Karate ACT 015 – Karate ACT 016 – Fire building ACT 017 – Floats and inflatables party ACT 018 – Morecambe FC v Rotherham Utd NEW! ACT 019 – Bat walk NEW! Wednesday 26 October ACT 020 – Skiing / luging NEW! ACT 021 – Snowboarding / tubing NEW! ACT 022 – Be a zoo keeper

£45 for 5 days £21.50 for 5 days

Book NOW to avoid disappointment Salt Ayre Sports Centre, Salt Ayre Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5JS Telephone booking and Information 01524 842493 or visit the website at: www.lancaster.gov.uk/holidayprogramme