Issue 08
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January-March 2016
How to surviv
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The best places in Derbyshire to visit this Winter
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Family friendly events in your area
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Welcome to Issue 8... Hello North Derbyshire! Happy New Year to you, and welcome to the first issue of 2016. The weather may be bleak, but we have searched out the best of What’s On in North Derbyshire for you and your family over the next few months. There is loads to do! Let us know what you are up to on our Facebook page! We have some fantastic offers for you from our advertisers this issue. Firstly, to the left you will see a voucher for 2 for 1 entry to Chuckles Soft Play Centre in Clay Cross. On pg 5 Amy from Bumpalicious Fitness is offering your first fitness class absolutely free. On page 13 Rebecca-Louise has a massive 30% off for Lots for Tots Readers on her website (she has some lovely Mothers Day gift ideas). Page 15 has free first sessions at RuggerEds, Premier Performing Arts and Twistin Tots, and on page 19 you can get a free session at Clowne Sports Centre. Wow - the hardest part is deciding what to do first!
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Issue 08
January-March 2016
How to survive with the un d
er five s
Lots for Winter
The best places in Derbyshire to visit this Winter
Lots on Local
Family friendly events in your area
Lots on Weekly
Find your nearest toddler groups & under 5’s classes
FREE
North Derbyshire
Distributing directly to 11,000 families in Chesterfield, The Peak District, North East Derbyshire, Bolsover District & Alfreton
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Lots on Local... January Fri 15th - Sun 17th & Thu 21st – Sat 23rd January
Dronfield Musical Theatre Group Pantomime - Treasure Island
Dronfield Civic Hall, Dronfield Tickets: £ 8.00 & £ 7.00 (concessions) For Tickets telephone 01246 416364 or e-mail (Please include a contact landline telephone number) tickets@dlog.org.uk www.dlog.org.uk Sat 16th January 10-11.30am
Family Forest School
Millfields car park, Carsington Water Visitor Centre, DE6 1ST Come and join us for our monthly Family Forest School sessions in the woods at Millfields. During our sessions we will explore the woods and activities will include learning to build dens, taking part in imaginative play, arts and crafts as well as using tools and learning how to light fires so we can cook on them. Wear suitable clothing for the weather. £4 per child, £2 per adult Booking is essential as numbers are limited Contact 01773 881188 www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk Mon 18th January 10.30-11.30am and 12.45-2.15pm
Nature Tots: Snowflakes
Whistlestop Centre, Matlock Bath Railway Station, DE4 3PT Pre-school children aged 3 and over are invited to bring their adults along to this fun playgroup session. We will be looking at how beautiful snowflakes are and then having a go at making our own. £3/£2 for a second child Booking is essential. Tel 01773 881188 Sat 23rd January 10am–4pm
Lego Day
Chesterfield Museum, St Mary’s Gate How good are you at building? Come along to our lego day and amaze us! Could you build the ‘Crooked Spire’? There will be lots of Lego to play with, so show us what you can do! 4
While you are here, explore the history of Chesterfield with information on its beginnings as a Roman Fort, to its growth as a Market Town right up to present day. There will also be information available on lots of the free and fun events we are running this year! www.chesterfieldmuseum.co.uk Sat 23rd January 10am-12pm
Westbourne Pre-School Open Day 60 Westbourne Road, Broomhill, Sheffield, S10 2QT Come and visit our Pre-School open day. Everyone welcome. We will have a children’s entertainer, activities, face painting and tours of the Pre-School For more information tel: 0114 2660374 or visit www.westbourneschool.co.uk Tue 26th - Sat 30th January 7.15pm Saturday matinee at 2pm
Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood (Panto by Bolsover Drama Group)
The Assembly Rooms, Bolsover Bolsover Drama Group is one of Derbyshire’s largest amateur drama groups. Ticket information can be obtained by calling 01246 850402. Advance tickets £8.00 (Concessions £7.00) www.bolsoverdramagroup.org Wed 27th - Sat 30th January & Wed 3rd - Sat 6th February
The Swashbuckling Adventures of Robinson Crusoe
Youlgrave Village Hall, Holywell Lane, Youlgrave, Bakewell, DE45 1UT Tickets £6.50 (£3.50 Concessions) Ahoy there, me hearties! Buckle your swash and set sail with Robinson, Captain Slingyer Hook and Bo’sun Pat into a world of adventure and hilarity. The show is approximately 150 minutes including a 20 minute interval. To book call 01629 828 215 (9am – 9pm) www.yvh.org.uk
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Lots on Local... January Thu 28th January 10am-12pm
Sat 30th - Sun 31st January
Ranger Tots: Natures Home
RSPB Big Garden Bird Watch
Longshaw, near Sheffield, Derbyshire We are looking for All-Weather Adventurers, Mini Explorers and Intrepid Tots! Preschool children and their adults are invited to take part in hands on, outdoors, wildlife themed activities. £4 per child, £3 for additional children. Snack included and toilet available. Meet at Barbrook Cottage, S17 3BQ Booking essential. Call 0114 2891543 www.easternmoors.org.uk
Your garden! More than half a million people from across the UK are set to take part by counting the birds in their gardens over the weekend of 30-31 January. They will also make a record of the other wildlife they see throughout the year, providing a vital snapshot of UK nature. Big Garden Birdwatch will bring you closer to nature. It takes just an hour and is suitable for all ages and abilities. You can request a FREE pack and find out more information, by visiting: www.rspb.org.uk
Fri 29th January 11am & 2pm
Children’s Craft Workshops
Chesterfield Museum, St Mary’s Gate Get creative and have some hands on fun at Chesterfield Museum. Last Friday of the month. Ages 3-5 years. Free www.chesterfieldmusueum.co.uk
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Saturday 30th April 2016 10am-2.30pm
For further details contact: 60 Westbourne Road, Broomhill, Sheffield, S10 2QT Tel: 0114 2660374 www.westbourneschool.co.uk
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Lots on Local... February Mon 1st February 10.30-12pm & 12.452.15pm
Nature Tots: Plant Power
Wildlife Discovery Room, Carsington Water, Ashbourne, DE6 1ST Learn all about the different parts of plants, discover what plants need in order to grow, and then plant your own grassy head to take home and look after. £3/£2 for a second child Booking is essential as numbers are limited. Tel 01773 881188 Sat 6th February 11am & 2pm
Story Telling
Chesterfield Museum, St Mary’s Gate Bring your children along to enjoy some stories and to handle and talk about objects from the musuem collection. Suitable for children aged 4-7years. Free Entry www.chesterfieldmuseum.co.uk Sat 6th – Sun 14th February 10am5.30pm
Looking Good - Tropical Butterfly House
Woodsetts Road, North Anston, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S25 4EQ Uncover the well-kept beauty secrets of the animal world! Every day during the February Half Term we put the spotlight on how animals keep themselves looking beautiful, and the unique ways they go about attracting a mate. Take part in themed crafts, activities and games, suitable for all ages. www.butterflyhouse.co.uk Sat 6th - Sun 21st February 10.303.30pm
Winter Welly Family Trail
Longshaw, near Sheffield, Derbyshire Throughout February half-term, wear your wellies to Longshaw for our Winter Welly Trail. Suitable for children of all ages. Pick up your trail from the Welcome Caravan in Woodcroft car park (the main Longshaw car park). Booking not needed. Child £1 Adults free 01433 637904 www.nationaltrust.org.uk 6
Sun 7th Feb 1.30pm
Cromford Mills Pancake Race at Arkwright’s Cromford Mills Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, DE4 3RQ Skill, agility and above all fun, the Cromford Mills Pancake Race is open to all ages. Bring your own frying pan and race a short distance whilst flipping your pancake. Come along, take part and see if you can win a small prize. Arkwright’s Café will be serving pancakes from 10am-4pm with a choice of sweet and savoury toppings. Cost: £1 (includes pancake for the race) www.cromfordmills.org.uk Tue 9th February
Pancake Day
Sat 13th February 5-7.30pm
Stargazing Evening
Hardwick Hall, Doe Lea, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S44 5QJ Stay out late on the first Saturday of half term and discover the magic of the sky above at night. Enjoy starry craft and activities focused on what you can see above you. All £5.00 (ticket includes a hot chocolate and rocky road) To book call 01246 858 400 www.nationaltrust.org.uk Sat 13th - Sun 21st February 11am-3pm
Half Term Stick Fun and Frolics
Hardwick Hall, Doe Lea, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S44 5QJ Discover your family stick adventure this half term. You can make your own stick people, create your personal family tree, build a den and go exploring on a stick trail along Lady Spencer’s walk, through the garden and the mill. Small charge for some of the activities and entry fees apply. For more information call 01246 850430 www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Bumpalicous Fitness Pre & Postnatal Fitness Expert Amy Boshier launches in North Derbyshire Amy Boshier is bringing Pregnancy and Mum & Baby Fitness Classes to North Derbyshire. “My name is Amy, I am a pre/postnatal fitness specialist with over 10 years of experience (7 running my own company in Dubai UAE). After having my little boy Frankie, we decided to return back to UK. My Pregnancy/Mum & Baby fitness classes in Clay Cross, Chesterfield and Dronfield launch in February. Classes starting in Clay Cross, Chesterfield and Dronfield from February!
Fun Fitness For Pregnant Women & Mums With Their Babies and Toddlers
FIT BUMPS For all trimesters & from 6 wks post delivery FIT MUMS From 4 months post delivery
Try your first class FREE Booking is essential Please contact Amy for details
Amy Boshier 07852 724943 amy@bumpaliciousfitness.co.uk www.bumpaliciousfitness.co.uk www.facebook.com/bumpaliciousfitness
FIT BUMPS: Suitable for all trimesters & from 6 wks post delivery. With a mix of light weights/low impact cardio/core, its a great way to stay in shape safely. FIT MUMS: Suitable from 4 mths post delivery. A mixture of boxing & high intensity circuits with an emphasis on fun. Get back into shape, workout with baby & meet other new mums.” Here are Amy’s Top 3 Fitness tips for Mums! 1) Have fun with it! Stick on some music & jump around or dance with the children! Find a workout DVD you like or an exercise class for mums. You will feel so proud of yourself afterwards! 2) Walk, walk, walk...not shuffling Really get the blood pumping. Walk as often & as briskly as you can. Pushing your child in the buggy is great as it gives more resistance. 3) Keep it up. This is very important Make exercise & healthy nutrition a part of your life forever. This will help you look and feel great for yourself and your family! Try your 1st class FREE. To book contact Amy on 07852 724943 amy@bumpalicousfitness.co.uk
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Lots on Local... February Sun 14th February 7.30-9.30am
Mon 15th -Fri 19th February 11am-3pm
Bird Ringing.
Roundheads and Cavaliers
Meet as Shillito Woods Car Park Learn all about your favourite garden visitors and get to see them up close and personal in celebration of the Big Garden Bird Watch. £3pp suggested donation. www.easternmoors.org.uk
Bolsover Castle, Castle Street, Bolsover Pikes at the ready! Aim your muskets! Be put through your paces as you fall into step and defend Bolsover Castle against Cromwell’s cronies. It’s Civil War England and you’ve been recruited into King Charles I’s army. Discover what it takes to be a soldier, test your nerve and hear tales from the battlefield. Normal entry fees apply. All children are welcome to join in the events. An additional £1 will be charged on standard admission for every child, member and non member, to help us fund this entertainment activity. www.english-heritage.org.uk/bolsover
Sun 14th February 3-5pm
Minnie and Mickeys Valentines Ball Jesters, Main Street, Carr Vale, Bolsover Jesters Soft Play and crèche invite you to come to petite Paris and enjoy our valentines ball where you can send a message of love in our Eiffel Tower up to the sky when our guests of honour release our balloons to the sky. £7.50 per child (includes soft play) includes our mini Paris , dinner, soft play, Mickey and Minnie and decorate a love balloon to be placed in our Eiffel Tower for Mickey and Minnie to release to the sky. Ball gowns optional ;) Book now by calling 07538444341 Mon 15th February 2pm, 4pm, 6pm
Northern Ballet presents The Tortoise and the Hare - A Ballet for Children Buxton Opera House, Water Street, Buxton SK17 6XN Following the successes of Ugly Duckling, Three Little Pigs and Elves & the Shoemaker and the TV adaptations for CBeebies, the critically acclaimed Northern Ballet bring their magic to Aesop’s much loved fable. The Tortoise & the Hare is the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre. Each child-friendly performance lasts approximately 40 minutes with no interval. To book call the Box Office on 01298 72190 or book online www.boh.org.uk Event details are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change. Please check with the event organiser before setting out. 8
Wed 17th February 9am-4pm
RuggerTots Half Term Holiday Camp St Peter & St Paul School, Brambling House, Hady Hill, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 0EF Half day (9:00-12:00) / Full day (9:00-16:00) Fun and educational day of rugby skills delivered by our team of experienced, qualified and DBS checked coaches. To book any sessions or for more information than please contact Jack Jones 07975945993 jackjones@ruggereds.co.uk Wed 17th February 10am
Children’s Craft Day
Civic Hall, Civic Centre, Dronfield, S18 1PY Children’s craft activities in the Civic Hall £2 www.dronfieldhallbarn.org.uk Wed 17th February 10am-12pm & 12.30-2.30pm
Wild Wednesday
Wildlife Discovery Room, Carsington Water Visitor Centre, DE6 1ST Come and learn about barn owls: how they are superbly adapted to their environment and why they need our help.Dissect an owl pellet and make some owl crafts before you get the chance to get up close to a real barn owl. Don’t forget your cameras! £4 per person. Booking is essential as numbers are limited. Tel 01773 881188
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Lots on Local... February Jesters Soft Play & Creche
Wed 17th February 11.30am & 2.30pm
How The Koala Learnt To Hug
Pavilion Arts Centre St Johns Road, Buxton Koalas are the cuddliest critters, but just how did they learn to hug? Adapted from the bestselling book by Steven Lee, How the Koala Learnt to Hug is a charming tale about the magic of family and the importance of a nice warm hug! Author Steven will be signing books after the show. For ages 3 to 103! To book call the Box Office on 01298 72190 or book online www.boh.org.uk Fri 19th February 10am-12pm & 1-3pm
Family Event: Brilliant Birds
Whistlestop Centre, Matlock Bath Railway Station, DE4 3PT In line with National Nest Box Week we will be making bird boxes. Style yours in your own design and find out all about the birds that might live in your box. £4 per child plus £5 per bird box. Booking is essential as numbers are limited. Tel 01773 881188 Mon 22nd February 10-11.30am & 12.45-2.15pm
Nature Tots: Super Spiders
Whistlestop Centre, Matlock Bath Railway Station, DE4 3PT Pre-school children aged 3 and over are invited to bring their adults along to this fun playgroup session. We will be learning about spiders and making some spidery crafts. £3/£2 for a second child Booking essential as numbers are limited. Tel 01773 881188 Thu 25th Feb 10am-12pm
Ranger Tots: Brilliant Birds
Longshaw, near Sheffield, Derbyshire We are looking for All-Weather Adventurers, Mini Explorers and Intrepid Tots! Preschool children and their adults are invited to take part in hands on, outdoors, wildlife themed activities. £4 per child, £3 for additional children. Meet at Barbrook Cottage, S17 3BQ Booking essential. Call 0114 2891543 www.easternmoors.org.uk
Open 7 days 9.30-6pm Full family menu and crafts daily
www.facebook.com/jesterssoftplay www.jesterssoftplay.co.uk 07538444341 Main St, Carr Vale, Bolsover, S44 6JF
Fri 26th February 11am & 2pm
Children’s Craft Workshops
Chesterfield Museum, St Mary’s Gate Get creative and have some hands on fun at Chesterfield Museum. Last Friday of the month. Ages 3-5 years. Free www.chesterfieldmusueum.co.uk Sat 27th February 10.30am-3.30pm
Take the Lead.
Moorland Discovery Centre, Longshaw. You and your pooch are invited to a day celebrating dog walking in the Peak District National Park. Dog friendly guided walks, Mountain rescue demonstrations using search and rescue dogs, plus fun and games whilst meeting the farmers of the moors and learning about the wildlife. Free. www.easternmoors.org.uk Sat 27th February 10-11.30am & 2.153.45pm
Family Forest School
Millfields Car Park, Carsington Water Visitor Centre, DE6 1ST Come and join us for our monthly Family Forest School sessions in the woods at Millfields. During our sessions we will explore the woods and activities will include learning to build dens, taking part in imaginative play, arts and crafts as well as using tools and learning how to light fires so we can cook on them. Wear suitable clothing for the weather. £4 per child, £2 per adult Booking is essential as numbers are limited.
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Lots on Local... March Sat 5th March 11am & 2pm
Story Telling
Chesterfield Museum, St Mary’s Gate Bring your children along to enjoy some stories and to handle and talk about objects from the musuem collection. Suitable for children aged 4-7years. Free Entry www.chesterfieldmuseum.co.uk Mon 7th March 10.30am - 12pm
Nature Tots: Mad March Hares
Wildlife Discovery Room, Carsington Water Visitor Centre, DE6 1ST Pre school children aged 3 and over are invited to bring their adults along to this fun playgroup session. Can you spot the difference between hares and rabbits? You will be able to after completing our trail. Then listen to the story of the hare and the tortoise and have a go at making hare puppets and rabbit masks. Booking is essential as numbers are limited. Tel 01773 881188 £3/£2 for a second child Sat 19th March 10-11.30am & 2.153.45pm
Family Forest School
Millfields car park, Carsington Water Visitor Centre, DE6 1ST Come and join us for our monthly Family Forest School sessions in the woods at Millfields. During our sessions we will explore the woods and activities will include learning to build dens, taking part in imaginative play, arts and crafts as well as using tools and learning how to light fires so we can cook on them. Wear suitable clothing for the weather. Booking is essential as numbers are limited. Contact 01773 881188 £4 child, £2 adult Sat 19th – Thu 24th March and Tue 29th - Sun 17th April 11am-4pm
Spring Family Crafts
Hardwick Hall, Doe Lea, Chesterfield Come along and enjoy a range of self led activities, crafts and trails throughout the school holidays. Everything from sensory herby playdough to Easter hats. Activities will vary each day so check out what is on at the 10
Visitor Centre. Normal admission charges apply and there will be a small charge for some activities. 01246 850430 www.nationaltrust.org.uk Sun 20th March 12-4pm
Chesterfield Miniature Railway Rides Hady Hill (behind St Peter & St Paul School, Chesterfield, S41 0EE Free admission and parking. Rides £1 or 6 for £5. Refreshments available www.cdmes.co.uk Sun 20th March 10am - 12 noon
NCT Nearly New Sale
Somerlea Park Community Centre, Sherwood St, Leabrooks, Alfreton, DE55 1LB. Charity sale of baby and children’s goods, ages 0-10. Items for sale include clothing & nursery equipment. Admission £1 pp, children free. Contact AmberValley@nct.org.uk Mon 21st March 10-11.30am & 12.452.15pm
Nature Tots: Bizzy Buzzy Bumblebees
Whistlestop Centre, Matlock Bath Railway Station, DE4 3PT Pre-school children aged 3 and over are invited to bring their adults along to this fun playgroup session. We will be learning about spring bumblebees, making bee crafts and making a bee home to take home. Booking is essential as numbers are limited. Tel 01773 881188 £3/£2 for a second child Fri 25th March 11am & 2pm
Children’s Craft Workshops
Chesterfield Museum, St Mary’s Gate Get creative and have some hands on fun at Chesterfield Museum. Last Friday of the month. Ages 3-5 years. Free www.chesterfieldmusueum.co.uk Event details are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change. Please check with the event organiser before setting out.
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Smallprint Capturing Memories Capture a precious moment in time with unique jewellery hand-crafted in fine silver Catherine from Smallprint says “From tiny fingerprints to those first drawings and doodles, I can help you cherish each and every milestone.
Choose from a wide range of pendants, charms, cufflinks & keyrings and much, much, more! Treasuring memories of childhood has never been so easy & our keepsakes make the perfect present for every occasion. Don’t forget to treat yourself too! Why not gather a group of friends, and
I can bring samples for you to touch & try on, and take prints in the comfort of your own home? This is a lovely informal way to shop. I’m as happy describing my jewellery to your guests as I am jigging babies while you take your time to choose! As party host you receive a discount on your own keepsakes. It’s the perfect time to plan for Mother’s Day!” Call Catherine on 07708 150290 to arrange an appointment
Our next issue is out at Easter, covering April to June! Advertise your class, event or business here for as little as £40 for 3 months. Includes magazine and website advertising! Email: northderbyshire@lotsfortots.co.uk
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Lots on Local... March Fri 25th – Mon 28th March 11am-4pm
Cadbury Easter Trail at Ilam Park
Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ Explore outdoors at Ilam Park and collect a Cadbury chocolate egg at the end of the trail. Normal admission applies plus £3 per child for the trail. See the lambs and spring flowers as you explore Ilam Park in search of clues hiding in the woods. When you have completed the trail, you can collect your Cadbury chocolate egg! Dogs are welcome at this event. No booking needed. Alternative shorter trail for toddlers available. Start the trail at the visitor centre in Ilam Park. 01335 350503 www.nationaltrust.org.uk Fri 25th - Mon 28th March 11am-4pm
Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt at Hardwick
Hardwick Hall, Doe Lea, Chesterfield Get outdoors this Easter and enjoy our Easter trails around the house, garden and Lady Spencer’s Wood. There is a chocolate reward for everyone and there will be plenty of fun for all the family. Normal admission charges apply. The trail costs £3 per child. 01246 850430 www.nationaltrust.org.uk Fri 25th - Mon 28th March 11am-3pm
Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt at Eyam Hall
Main Street, Eyam, Derbyshire, S32 5QW We’ve teamed up with Cadbury’s to bring you the best Easter Egg hunt around! Hunt for your eggs in the grounds of Eyam Hall. Normal admission charges apply. The trail costs £3 per child. 01433 639565 www.nationaltrust.org.uk Fri 25th - Mon 28th March
Easter Weekend with Party Workshops Family Circus Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Wirksworth Join us for Easter as we have the popular Party Workshops Family Circus back at Wirksworth Station. Try your hand at juggling, unicycling and even wire walking! There will also be fire performances throughout the day too! Please note: The 12
Circus is not on Friday, however the trains will still be running including steam on the Ravenstor line. Bookings, Enquiries and Information 01629 823076 www.e-v-r.com Fri 25th - Mon 28th March 11am-5pm
Easter Adventure Quest
Bolsover Castle, Castle Street, Bolsover Adventurers wanted this Easter weekend! Meet characters from the past with stories of times gone by - maybe a king, a butler, a Roman centurion or even a monk. They will be happy to help you on your quest as you explore Bolsover Castle and crack the clues. Rise to the challenge and win your chocolate reward. Normal entry charges apply. www.english-heritage.org.uk/bolsover Sat 26th - Sun 27th March Various times
Peppa Pig’s Surprise
Buxton Opera House, Water Street, Buxton The ever popular Peppa Pig is back with a brand new adventure for all the family! It’s a lovely day and Peppa is playing outside with her friends. Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig have got a surprise for her and George - they can’t guess what it is, can you? www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk Call the Box Office on 01298 72190 or book online. Sun 27th March
Clocks Go Forward
Don’t forget to put your clocks forward! Sun 27th March All day
Easter Bunny Rabbit Races! Jesters, Main Street, Carr Vale, Bolsover The Easter bunny is setting the children some challenges to earn his Easter chocolate! Can you beat the bunny and win the enormous egg! A whole host of challenges throughout the day with appearances by the Easter bunny and chocolate for all children, and a grand prize of a super egg for our overall winner. £5 per child (includes soft play). Sports attire preferable! 07538444341 for details
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Lots on Local... March
Tue 29th - Thu 31st March
Wed 30th March 11am-3pm
The Railway Children
Wild Wednesday
Buxton Opera House, Water Street, Buxton Join Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis on the adventure of a lifetime as they tell the story of how they be-came ‘the Railway Children’ in a wonderful new musical adaptation by Stephen Kingsbury and Ben Sleep. For ages 5 & over and their families. www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk Call the Box Office on 01298 72190 or book online.
Wildlife Discovery Room, Carsington Water Visitor Centre, DE6 1ST Come along to the wildlife discovery room and the outdoor classroom for Wildlife themed Easter crafts and activities. No need to book, just drop in! Individual charges for activities, free to enter. www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
Tue 29th March - Fri 8th April
Family Fun Activities Week
Crich Tramway Village, nr Matlock. Make-do-and-mend - Spring related activities for the family to enjoy. www.tramway.co.uk
Thu 31st March 10am-12pm
Ranger Tots: Marvellous Mini Beasts Longshaw, near Sheffield, Derbyshire We are looking for All-Weather Adventurers, Mini Explorers and Intrepid Tots! Preschool children and their adults are invited to take part in hands on, outdoors, wildlife themed activities. £4 per child, £3 for additional children. Meet at Barbrook Cottage, S17 3BQ Booking essential. Call 0114 2891543 www.easternmoors.org.uk
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Lots on Weekly...
Chesterfield
Most classes are Term-Time only
Brampton Totstop 9.30-11am Wed
Lifehouse Church, Chatsworth Rd
Brimington Brimington Little Starlets 10-11.30am Tue (0-3 yr) Manor Centre, Manor Road
Calow Calow Parent & Toddler 9.15-11.15am Wed
Calow Community Ctr, Allpits Ln
Chesterfield Buggy Walk 10.30am Mon
Meet at Children’s Centre 10.15am Walk around Queen’s Park followed by QPSC cafe
Little Fishes Swim Lessons
Mon (Adult participation) 1-1.30pm (3-12mth) 1.30-2pm (12-24mth) 2-2.30pm (24-36mth) Pregnancy Yoga 5-6.15pm Mon
Mother & Baby Yoga
1.15-2.30pm Tue (0-walking) Aqua Natal 6.45 - 7.30pm Tue
Little Fishes Swim Lessons Wed (Adult participation) 10-10.30am (3-12mth) 10.30-11am (12-24mth) 11-11.30am (24-36mth) Queen’s Park Sports Centre
Annunciation Toddler Group 9.30-11.30am Thu Annunciation Church, 2 Spencer St
Central Methodist Toddlers 10-11.30am Thu Central Methodist Church, Saltergate Sling Library 9.15-11am Fri
Holme Hall Children’s Centre, Taddington Rd
First Little Steps 1-2.30pm Fri
Chesterfield Baptist Church, Cross Street
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Dinky Dancers
Fri (Adult Participation required) 1pm-1.30pm (babies & crawlers) 1.45pm-2.15pm (toddlers) Queen’s Park Sports Centre
Little Fishes Swim Lessons Sat 8.30-9am (24-36m), 9-9.30am (3-12m), 10.30-11am (12-24m) Queen’s Park Sports Ctr (Adult participation) RuggerEds 9.30-10.30am Sat Mary Swanwick Primary School, Old Whittington 3-8 year olds
Hasland GOO Play 10.30-12pm Mon
Christian Life Church, Britannia Road, Storforth Lane
Mums/Carers & Tinies 9.15 - 11.15am Thu Hasland Youth Ctr, Hasland Hall Sch, Broomfield Ave
Newbold Newbold Church Parent & Toddler 9-11am Tue Eagle Club, Littlemoor
Little Sally’s Tots
9-11am Thu The Salvation Army, St Hughs RC Church, Littlemoor
Parent & Toddler 9-11am Fri
Loundsley Green Community Centre
North Wingfield Messy Monkeys
1-3pm (1-5yr) Wed
Baby Group
10.30am-12pm Fri Alice’s View Children’s Centre
Wingerworth All Saints Toddler Group
9.30-11.30am Mon The Church Centre, Longedge Lane
Tots & Toddlers
1-2.30pm Tue Parish Rooms, New Road
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Rugby For 3-8 years
Learn to swim At the Healthy Living Centre and Queen’s Park Sports Centre www.chesterfield.gov.uk/swimlessons
Saturday mornings Northfield Junior Sch, Dronfield Mary Swanwick Primary Sch, Old Whittington, Chesterfield.
First Session FREE!
To book or for more info contact Jack Jones 07975 945 993 jackjones@ruggereds.co.uk
Advertise here from £40 for 3 months inc. magazine advert, website listing, class or event listing. Now taking bookings for April-June 2016 Quote TOTSJAN and get your first session FREE! Toddler Footie Mon 10-10.45am (2-3 yrs) Toddler Gym Tue 10-10.45am (2-3years) Toddler Dance Fri 10-10:45 (18 m- 2 yrs) Early Years Dance Fri 1.15-2pm (3-4 yrs) Tel Emma 07772420984 / Studio 01246641000 Premier Studios, Unit 31B, M1 Commerce Park, Duckmanton, Chesterfield
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The Peak District
Most classes are Term-Time only
Ashover
Darley Dale
Baby & Toddler Group
10am-12pm Wed Ashover Parish Hall, Milken Lane
Ashford
in the Water
Toddler Group
10.30-12pm Wed Ashford Old School Comm Room
Bakewell Messy Madness
10.30-12pm Mon Pilsley Scout Hut Pilsley
Crafty Kids Club
10am-12pm Tue Medway Community Centre, New Street
All Saints’ Tots & Teds
1.30-2.45pm 3rd Tue of month All Saints Church, Church Street
Toddler Group
10-11.45am Thu Bakewell Methodist Church Hall
Baslow Mother & Toddler
10am-12pm Mon Baslow Church Rooms Church Ln
Cromford Cromford Toddler Group 10-11.30am Mon Millpond Community Hall, Cromford Methodist Ch
Darley Bridge Parent & Toddler Group 10-11.30am Wed Village Hall 16
Toddlers Group
9.30-11.30am Mon Dale Rd Methodist Ch, Dale Rd
St Helens’ Wednesday Group 9.30-11.30am Wed St Helens’ Church, Church Rd, Churchtown
Matlock Multiples
1-3pm Thu. Tree Top Tumble, Masson Mills Shopping Village
Thursday Playgroup
1.30-3pm Thu ARC Leisure, Bakewell Rd
Rowsley Rowsley Toddler Group
Matlock Mums & Toddlers Coffee Mornings Mon-Fri 10am-12pm
£5 entry inc. 2 toddlers & free hot drink, Matlock Farm Park
Breastmates Breastfeeding Support 12.30-1.30pm Mon Matlock Children’s Centre
Tin Hut Tots 1.30-3pm Mon
The Tin Hut, 205 Smedley Street
See & Know Toddler Group
9.45-11.30am Tue Holy Trinity Church, Matlock Bath
Breastmates Breastfeeding Support 10-11am 1st, 3rd & 4th Tue of month Imperial Road Clinic
Totzone 10-11.30am Tue The Riverside, Unit 4 Olde Englishe Road Parents & Toddlers 10am-
12pm Tue Methodist & United Reform Church, Oak Rd
9.30-11.30am Mon Rowsley Methodist Church, School Room
Starkholmes Mother & Toddler Group 1.30-3.30pm Fri Starkholmes Village Hall
Tansley Tansley Tots 1.30-3.30pm Tue Community Ch Hall, Church St
Wirksworth Toy Library 9.30-11.30am Tue Stay & Play 9.45-11.15am Thu
Wirksworth Children’s Centre, Memorial Hall
Totstars 2.15-2.45pm Thu
Wirksworth Library, Town Hall
Puddle Ducks
Friday 1-3pm Wirksworth Swimming Pool)
Twistin Tots
9.45-10.45am Wed Imperial Rooms, Imperial Road
Baby & Toddler
1.30-3pm Wed All Saints Infant Sch, Dimple Rd
Toddler Activity Morning
10-11am Thu Cafe in The Park, Hall Leys Park
Class & group details are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change. Please check with the event organiser before setting out.
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North East Derbyshire
Most classes are Term-Time only
Clay Cross Rainbow Toddlers 10-11.30am Wed. Holmgate Evangelical Church, Valley Road
Tiny Tumblers Wed
9.30-10.15am Under 3 years 10.30-11.15am 3-5 years 11.30am-12.15pm Mixed ages
Otter Pups Swimming
Wed 10am, Thu 10am 10months to 3 years. Sharley Park Leisure Centre
Doe Lea
Duckmanton Toddler Football
10-10.45am Mon 2-3yrs
Toddler Gym
10-10.45am Tue 2-3yrs Soft Play 9am-3pm Wed 0-5 years. £3 per hour, arrive any time. Toddler dance 10-10.45am Fri 18 months-2 years £3 Early Years Dance 1.15-2pm Fri 3-4 years £3 Premier Studios, Unit 31B, M1 Commerce Pk, Duckmanton.
Eckington
Little Fingers Make Stories
1.30-2.30pm Tue The Doe Lea Centre, Mansfield Road
Doe Lea Ducklings 1.30-3pm Wed The Doe Lea Centre
Dronfield Baby & Toddler Group
10-11.50am Mon Gosforth Lodge Cliffe Park
Tiny Tumblers
Mon 11-11.45am Mixed Ages 12.45-1.30pm Under 3 years 1.30-2.15pm 3-5 years 2.15-3pm Mixed Ages Otter Pups Swimming Thu 9.30, 10, 10.30, 11am 10months to 3 years. Tiny Tumblers Fri 12.45-1.30pm Under 3 1.30-2.15pm Mixed Ages 2.15-3pm 3-5 years Dronfield Sports Centre
RuggerEds Sat 9-10am 3-5 yrs
10.15-11.15am 5-8 yrs Northfield Junior School, Falcon Rd
Otter Pups Swimming
Wed 10am & 10.30am Fri 9.30am, 10am, 10.30am 10 months to 3 years Eckington Swimming Pool .
Holymoorside
Tiger Tots 1.30-3pm Tue
Holymoorside Village Hall
Mastin Moor Little Monsters Playgroup
9.15-11.15am Tue Mastin Moor Community Centre, Worksop Rd
Staveley Little Spikes 9.30-11am Mon
Poolsbrook Social Club, Cottage Close
Toy Library 9.30-11.30 Tue
Staveley & Barrow Hill Comunity Rooms, High St
Little Treasures 9.30-11am Tue Staveley & Barrow Hill Community Rms, 47 High St
Dinky Dancers
Fri (Adult Participation required) 1pm-1.30pm (babies & crawlers) 1.45pm-2.15pm (toddlers) The Healthy Living Centre
Little Fishes Swim Lessons Adult participation 10-10.30am (3-12mth), 10.3011am (12-24mth) 11-11.30am (24-36mth) Tue
Postnatal Studio Class: Bring your Baby 1-1.45pm Wed The
Healthy Living Centre
St Joseph’s Parent & Toddler 9-11am Thu, St Joseph’s Primary School, Calver Crescent
Mums to be/ new mums gym session 10.30-11.30am Thu Mother & Baby Yoga (0-walk)
1.15-2.30pm Thu The Healthy Living Centre
Relax & feel good in pregnancy 5-6pm Thu Little Fishes Swim Lessons
Adult participation 9-9.30am (3-12mth), 9.30-10am (12-24mth) 10-10.30am (24-36mth) Fri The Healthy Living Centre
Toy Library 9-10.30am Fri
Inkersall Primary School, Green Rd, Inkersall
Buggy Walk
10.30am Fri, Meet at cafe 10.15am
Aqua Natal
2-2.45pm Fri
Little Fishes Swim Lessons
9-9.30am (3-12mth), 9.30-10am (12-24mth) 10.30-11am (24-26mth) Sat (Adult participation) The Healthy Living Centre
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Bolsover & Amber Valley
Most classes are Term-Time only
Alfreton BEARs 10-11.30am Mon (Breastfeeding support) Alfreton Children’s Centre
Water Playgroup 1-3pm Tue
(3yr-school age)
Gymnastics Academy
4-5pm beginners Tue Trampolining 4.30pm/ 5.15pm/ 6pm Wed Mummy & Movement 1011am Wed
Active Tots-Bounce & Splash 9.30-11.30am Thu
Gymnastics Academy
4-5pm beginners Thu Aquababes 1-2pm Fri (6mth-3yr) (Parents in water) Water Playgroup 1.30-3.30pm Fri (3yr-school age)
Gymnastics Academy
9-10/10-11.30am beginners Sat Trampolining 9.15am/ 10am/ 10.45am Sat Alfreton Leisure Centre
Belper
Open play sessions 18m - 4yrs.
Twistin Tots 9.45-11.30am Mon
9.45-11.45am Tue Twistin Tinies 1.30-2.40pm Tue Belper Comm Hall Bridge St Twistin Tikes 1.45-2.45pm Thu The Fit Pit, East Mill, Bridge Foot
Balanceability
9-9.45am & 10-10.45am Sun Balanceability is the UK’s first and only progressive accredited ‘learn to cycle’ programme for children between 3 and 6 years. Clowne Sports Centre
Blackwell Toddler Group 9.15-11.15 Wed Toddler Group 1-3pm Fri
Blackwell Community Centre
Bolsover Toy Library 3-3.45pm Thu
Bolsover Infant & Nursery School, Wellbeck Rd
Crich Toy Library 9.30-11.30am Mon Crich Glebe Field Centre
Popalong Baby/Toddler Group 9.30-11.30am Fri Crich Wesley Methodist Church Chapel Lane Crich
South Normanton Mini Dribblers
Clowne Mini Dribblers 9.30-10.15am
Mon. Mini Dribblers is a fun football based session for age 2.5-4 years
10.30-11.15am Sat Mini Dribblers is a fun football based session for age 3-4 years Frederick Gent Sports Centre
Watchorn Tots 10-11.45am Wed Little Wickets Watchorn Church Hall Derby Rd
2-2.45pm & 4-4.45pm Wed
Tibshelf Tots 9.15-11.15am Wed 9.15-11.15am & 12.30-2.30pm Thu Tibshelf Village Hall 110 High St Open Play
Library Sessions Story & Rhyme
Alfreton 10-10.30 Wed Bakewell 10-10.30 Wed Bolsover 10.30-11 Wed Bolsover 2.15-2.45 Thu Clay Cross 10.30-11 Tue Clowne 10-10.30 Tue Holmewood 10.30-11 Thu Killamarsh 2-2.30 Mon Matlock 11-11.30 Thu Staveley 10.30-11 Mon
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Baby Rhyme Time Chesterfield Dronfield
10-10.30 10-10.30
Tue Mon
Storytime
Brimington 10.30-11 Thu Chesterfield 10.30-11 Wed Dronfield 2-2.45 Wed Newbold 10.30-11 Tue Shirebrook 10.30-11.30 Mon South Normanton 10.30-11 Alt Tue’s Whitwell 10-11 Wed
Toddler Time Chesterfield
11-11.30
Tue
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Baby & Pre-school age 0-4
Your child has the potential
Join us at any point in the term
We have the expertise
Join Puddle Ducks on a swimming journey that’s as unique as your child!
Contact your local team for more information tel: 01332 605729 visit: puddleducks.com derbyshire@puddleducks.com
Puddle Ducks classes are designed by swimming experts. Our teachers are especially trained to identify your own child’s stage of development, nurture confidence and unlock their potential to swim.
Super Tots Weekly term time sessions @ Clowne Sports Centre, S43 4JY
for 18 months +, featuring open play sessions, Mini Dribblers, Balanceability and Little Wickets
Bring this advert along to get a FREE session* (* cannot be redeemed against Balanceability and Little Wickets sessions)
Call 01246 242364 for more information
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Otter Pups
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Our Otter Pups classes are aimed at children aged from 10mths to 3yrs of age, accompanied in the water by a parent or carer.
-S Tiny c h Tumblers ool F un Babies are introduced to the water in a safe, calm environment to help them build confidence while having fun.
Wednesdays
Eckington Swimming Pool: 10am, 10.30am and Sharley Park Leisure Centre: 10am
Thursdays
Dronfield Sports Centre: 9.30am, 10am, 10.30am, 11am and Sharley Park Leisure Centre: 10am
A pre-school gymnastic programme for children aged 18mths to 5yrs, designed to improve your child’s co-ordination and balance.
Fridays
Eckington Swimming Pool: 9.30am, 10am, 10.30am
Mondays at Dronfield Sports Centre 11am to 11.45am - mixed age group 12.45pm to 1.30pm - under 3yrs 1.30pm to 2.15pm - 3-5yrs 2.15pm to 3pm - mixed age group
Wednesdays at Sharley Park Leisure Centre 9.30am to 10.15am - under 3yrs 10.30am to 11.15am - 3-5yrs 11.30am to 12.15pm - mixed age group
Fridays at Dronfield Sports Centre 12.45pm to 1.30pm - under 3yrs 1.30pm to 2.15pm - mixed age group 2.15pm to 3pm - 3-5yrs Parent participation is required
Find out more at www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/just-do-more DRONFIELD SPORTS CENTRE Tel: 01246 217217 ECKINGTON SWIMMING POOL Tel: 01246 217481 SHARLEY PARK LEISURE CENTRE Tel: 01246 217277
Leisure and Cultural Service