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Welcome to Issue 53... Hello! Autumn is here and there is so much to look forward to as we approach a busy period of events including Halloween, Bonfire Night and then Christmas! There are lots of events listed in here, but as venues are still a little cautious I think more will likely be announced and I will be adding these to ‘Lots on Local’ on the Lots for Tots Derby website when they do. Around 1000 of you are visiting the website each week looking for family friendly events, classes and activities in your local area. More people are also now reading this magazine online - so if you haven’t found it yet, search for ‘Lots for Tots Derby’ on issuu.com and you will see this issue and all the previous issues available to read as flipbooks on your internet browser. Remember to follow Lots for Tots Derby on Facebook and Instagram too for the latest stories and announcements. The next issue will be out in January 2022!

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Lots on Local... October 2021 Throughout October

Thursdays in October 10.15-11.15am

Pumpkin Woodland Walk

STEAM Babies

Garden King, Swadlincote, DE11 0TX Pick your own pumpkins from the decorated woodland walk and enjoy fun for the whole family in a safe open air environment. There’ll be plenty of pumpkins to choose from, photo areas, quizzes and more! FREE to enter, simply pay for your pumpkins at the end. No booking required! www.gardenking.co.uk

Museum of Making In this facilitator led session babies aged 0-3 years and their adults can explore a range of themes through the lens of our fabulous collections. There are opportunities to look at materials in different ways and get creative with how to play. Free - give what you think. Places are limited so booking is essential. • Thursday 7 October • Thursday 14 October • Thursday 21 October www.derbymuseums.org

October weekends & 16th - 31st October 9am-9pm

Totally Spooky

Rufford Abbey Country Park, NG22 9DF An outdoor family-friendly Halloween Trail. Totally Spooky is suitable for all ages - it’s fun and spooky but not scary. Enjoy a 1km trail through the woods, find the answer to the puzzles as you go. It’s super fun without having anyone jump out at you. www.parkwoodoutdoors.co.uk 3rd, 9th, 10th & 16th - 29th October

Mr Pumpkin

Lime Farm, Morley, DE7 6JU Pumpkintastic family fun with a Witches Kitchen offering delicious locally produced food & drink, bouncy castle, face painting & more! 90,000 different pumpkins, and over 40 different varieties to choose from. Prebooked tickets only. www.mrpumpkin.co.uk Mon 4th - Fri 29th October

Music Time

Hilton, Chellaston, Stenson Fields, Allestree, Mickleover, Melbourne & Willington. Music & movement classes, suitable for babies, toddlers & pre-school children. Older siblings also welcome. 4-15 Oct - Harvest Theme. Scarecrows, hedgehogs and leaves! 18-29 Oct - Pumpkin party, fancy dress, plus chocolate treats! Text Tracey to book: 07866689971 Facebook/musictime2000

Sat 9th October 10-11.30am

STEAM Tots

Museum of Making This loose parts play session offers a sensory and playful exploration of objects and materials, stimulating children’s curiosity, imagination, and experimentation. Sessions run fortnightly. This is a drop in session, suitable for children 2-5 years old with their carers. www.derbymuseums.org Sat 9th Oct & Sat 13th Nov 10am-12pm

Mum 2 Mum Market

Derby Moor Academy, Littleover, DE23 2FS Award winning nearly new sales of babies & children’s goods & equipment. Get everything you need for your little ones. Buy direct from mums/dads at a fraction of the high street price. £2 entry, children FREE. www.mum2mummarket.co.uk/book-a-stall.html

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Derby Arena, Royal Way, Pride Park, Derby, DE24 8JB

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Event details are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change.

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Lots on Local... Sat 9th - Sun 31st October 10am-4pm

October 2021 Sat 23rd - Sun 31st October

Pumpkin Picking

Halloween Festival

Shirley Hall Farm, Ashbourne, DE6 3AT No booking is required just turn up, free entry and just pay for what you pick! @ShirleyPumpkins

Bluebells, Locko Rd, Spondon A pumpkin picking patch with thousands of pumpkins, Halloween trail, and daily spooky shows, there’s always something frightening for you to enjoy! www.bluebelldairy.co.uk

Wed 20th - Sat 23rd October

Ilkeston Charter Fair

One of the oldest and largest street fairs in Europe, transforming the Market Place and surrounding streets into a colourful spectacle. www.erewash.gov.uk Fri 22nd October 10-11.30am

Tots Make and Do: Autumn

Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand, DE1 1BS Tots Make and Do is a drop in monthly session where 2 - 5 yr olds & their carer are welcomed for crafts, games & stories. This time they will be celebrating autumn with activities and stories that explore the natural beauty of this most colourful time of year. Free - give what you think. www.derbymuseums.org Saturday 23rd October 10am-4pm

Assemble: Derby’s Festival of Making Museum of Making Assemble: Derby’s Festival of Making is an annual gathering that celebrates makers of all shapes and sizes at the Museum of Making on what is widely regarded as the site of the world’s first factory. Discover the creations of makers, engineers, tinkerers, crafters, hobbyists and more, and have a go yourself with all sorts of fun, hands-on activities for makers of all ages. Try weaving, coding, origami, jewellery-making, clay-modelling, woodworking, electronics, sewing, puppetry, building, printing, robotics and more… A family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity and resourcefulness. Meet the makers and discover what you can make! Tickets: £3 - under 16 and concessions free www.derbymuseums.org Event details are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change. Please check before setting out. 6

Sat 23rd - Sun 31st October 10.30am-3pm

Spooktacular Halloween Trails

Carsington Water Visitor Centre, DE6 1ST Staunton Harold Water, DE73 8DN Foremark Water, DE65 6EG Tittesworth Water, ST13 8SW Wylie the little Water Wizard, loves nature! He’s hidden some interesting facts for you to discover. Follow the pumpkin trail to see how many facts you can find. Fancy dress is highly encouraged. No booking required, just come to site and you can buy your trail map for £3 each from the reception in the visitor centre. Once you’ve completed the trail you will receive a bag of trick or treat sweets (none sweet alternatives are available) which can be collected from one of the onsite cafes (bring your own pen/ pencil to complete the activity sheet). www.stwater.co.uk Sat 23rd - Sun 31st October 10am-5pm

The Wizards of Once Halloween Quest

Bolsover Castle Explore the castle on a brand-new adventure trail inspired by Cressida- Cowell’s bestselling Wizards of Once series. Will you find the ingredients for the Spell to get rid of Witches and uncover the location of the Cup of Second Chances? www.english-heritage.org.uk Sun 24th October 11.30am & 3pm

Flutter & Fly

The Market Place From award winning orchestra Sinfonia Viva comes a magical musical adventure chockfull of spectacular story telling. Become immersed in this interactive story, as flitting birds, jet planes and a kite tied with string are all imaginatively portrayed in sing-along songs written by guitarist and composer Jack Ross and performed

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Lots on Local... with Jack and members of the orchestra, alongside amazing projected illustrations by Eleanor Meredith. PLUS you’ll receive a free illustrated book of the story and music…so you can relive the adventure again and again. Tickets £6. www.sinfoniaviva.co.uk Mon 25th - Fri 29th October

SoccerstarsUK October Holiday Courses Derby Rugby Club (25th - 27th) Etwall Leisure Centre (25th - 29th) Kirk Hallam Community Academy (25th - 27th) Melbourne Sports Park (25th - 29th) Old Vicarage School, Darley Abbey (25th - 29th) The Pingle Academy, Swadlincote (25th - 29th) Friesland School, Sandiacre (28th-29th) These FA Charter Standard holiday courses have been designed to provide boys & girls of all abilities (in school years 1-6) with a fun & action packed day of football activities including ball skills, shooting games, team events & tournaments. www.soccerstarsuk.co.uk Mon 25th & Fri 29th October 10.30-12.30pm

Three Bears Cookery

Location TBC Come along and join in the yummy spooky fun at these Halloween themed workshops. You can join in Halloween Fancy dress if you like too! All the ingredients, aprons, themed craft, recipe card plus worksheet is included. Along with complimentary tea, coffee for the grown ups and juice for the kids. Suitable for ages 2-13 years. Please note that children under 7 will need a parent or carer present in the workshop. Booking essential www.threebearscookeryclub.com or call Ruth on 07973193362. Mon 25th & Fri 29th Oct 9.30-10.15am

Room on the Broom Preschool Class

Mon 25th - Chester Green Community Centre, DE1 3RQ Fri 29th - Mickleover Methodist Church Hall Halloween themed half-term class for ages 18m-5yrs. www.frenzydrama.co.uk/derby

October 2021 Mon 25th, Wed 27th & Thu 28th Oct

Creation Station Holiday Club

Mon 25th Oct 10-4, Hilton Village Hall Wed 27th Oct 10-12, Melbourne Assembly Rooms (Slime Workshop) Age 4 -11 Thu 28th Oct 10-4, Melbourne Ass’ Rooms Creative fun activities include painting, drawing, sculpture, team building, creative challenges, sketching, model making, collage, printing and more. For ages 5-11. www.thecreationstation.co.uk/amy-jordan Tue 26th October 10am-12pm

Crafty Tuesday: Teddy Bear Scarves Pickfords House Crafty Tuesdays is a crafty holiday session at Pickford’s House. This time prepare for cold winter days by using different techniques to create a cosy scarf for your teddy friends. Free - give what you think www.derbymuseums.org Wed 27th October 10am-5pm

Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry Darley Abbey Village Hall, DE22 1DS ‘Play in a day’ experience for age 6-12yrs. £25. www.frenzydrama.co.uk/derby Wed 27th - Sun 31st October

Halloween Extravaganza

Statfold Barn Railway, Tamworth, B79 0BU Come and pick your own pumpkin, take a spooky train journey and join Toby the station master on his Halloween trail around the wonderful museum. www.statfoldbarnrailway.co.uk Thu 28th October - Sun 14th November

Spectacle of Light

Rufford Abbey Country Park, NG22 9DF Enjoy the brilliant Illuminated highlights along this magical trail around the stunning grounds. Gaze at the garden of Glowing Spheres. Walk through the Kaleidoscope of Colour & marvel at the flickering Field of Fire! www.parkwoodoutdoors.co.uk/centre/ rufford-abbey

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Lots on Local...

November

Thu 28th October 1-3pm

Mon 1st November - Thu 16th December

Pickfords Plot: Nature Creatives

Music Time

Pickfords House Join this nature-focused session in Pickford’s Garden where you can unleash your creative side from observational drawing, poetry and creating art using natural elements. Immerse yourself in nature and see what happens! Drop-in session, suitable for families. Free give what you think. www.derbymuseums.org

Hilton, Chellaston, Stenson Fields, Allestree, Mickleover, Melbourne & Willington. Music & movement classes, suitable for babies, toddlers & pre-school children. 1-5 Nov - Jungle Theme - Monkeys, tigers and dinosaurs! 8-26 Nov - Jungle/Dinosaur Party. Fancy dress, spots, strips & animal prints . 29 Nov - New Winter / Christmas Theme. Snow, jingle bells and even a little donkey! Text Tracey to book: 07866689971 Facebook/musictime2000

Fri 29th, Sat 30th & Sun 31st October 2021 - 5.15pm & 7pm

The Ghost Train Through The Countryside Ecclesborne Valley Railway

Wirksworth Station, Wirksworth A family spooktacular ride from Wirksworth into the darkness!Experience the atmosphere from the moment you board the train to the moment you get off. • Heritage railcar ride from Wirksworth in to the darkness and back • Open style seating so you can see all the action • Join in with the spooktacular characters as they perform, sing and entertain throughout the journey telling our story. • A Halloween-themed goodie bag for every child. Show runtime including train ride approx 1 hour. Book online at www.e-v-r.com or call 01629 823076 Fri 29th - Sun 31st October 2-4pm

Halloween Spooky Tea

Denby Pottery Village, Bourne’s Coffee Shop Get into the spirit of Halloween with a fun and spooky-themed Afternoon Tea, including bottomless Witches’ Brew for the grown-ups and a free spooky cookie to take home for every child wearing fancy dress! www.denbypottery.com 8

Thursdays in November 10.15-11.15am

STEAM Babies

Museum of Making In this facilitator led session babies aged 0-3 years and their adults can explore a range of themes through the lens of our fabulous collections. There are opportunities to look at materials in different ways and get creative with how to play. Free - give what you think. Places are limited so booking is essential. • Thursday 11th November • Thursday 18th November • Thursday 25th November www.derbymuseums.org Fri 5th November 4-7pm

Fireworks Night and Fun Fair The Incora County Cricket Ground Ppopular Fireworks Night and Fun Fair will return to The Incora County Ground as they light up the November sky over Derbyshire once again. Fun Fair from 4pm. Fireworks display approx. 7pm. Adult £5, Under 12 £3, Under 3 FREE, Family Ticket (2 adults and 2 Under 12s) £12. www.cricket.derbyshireccc.com/events Fri 5th and Sat 7th November

Family Fireworks Night

CONKERS, Swadlincote, DE12 6GA Fireworks display with laser dancers and fire breathers! Fairground amusements, train rides, face painting, balloon modelling. www.visitconkers.com

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Lots on Local... November - December Sat 6th November 10-11am

Fri 26th Nov - 9th Jan 4.30-10pm

Saturday Boogie Woogie Babes

Wollaton Hall Illumination Trail

All Saints Church Hall, Mickleover Music & movement for toddlers & preschool age children. This is the usual weekly class but with addition of an activity table too. Older siblings welcome. Contact Shelagh to book: 07889 962332

Woolaton Hall and Deer Park, NG8 2AE Visitors of all ages will be captivated by this visually stunning multi sensory experience of light, fire and sound. A brand new trail for 2021 will bring new smiles of delight as the park is transformed into a magical wonderland. www.christmasatwollaton.org

Sat 6th November 5-9.30pm

Fireworks Night

Midland Railway, Butterley, Ripley Frequent services from 5.30pm (last train at 7.15pm). Display with music starting at 7.30pm at Swanwick Junction. www.midlandrailway-butterley.co.uk Sat 6th & 20th November 10-11.30am

STEAM Tots

Sat 13th November 3.30-6.30pm

Derby Christmas Lights Switch On

Derby Market Place The traditional Christmas celebration will be held on the Market Place from 3.30pm and includes a festive parade from The Spot leading up to the big switch-on event around 6pm. Free event. www.derbylive.co.uk Sat 20th November - Fri 31st December

Festive Woodland Walk

Garden King, Swadlincote, DE11 0TX A magical woodland walk, an outdoor lit woodland trail with magical displays and decorations, photo opportunities, quizzes and more. (note: The Grotto experience is a separate event). Adults £1, Child £2. www.gardenking.digitickets.co.uk/tickets Event details are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change. Please check before setting out.

Sat 26th November - Thu 23rd December

Statfold Barn Santa Express

Statfold Barn Railway, Tamworth, B79 0BU Children will collect their golden tickets as the whole family join the jolly elves and climb aboard the Santa Express and be transported to the North Pole in the beautifully lit steam train where an abundance of fun and excitement awaits. www.statfoldbarnrailway.co.uk Fri 26th November 10-11.30am

Tots Make and Do

Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand, DE1 1BS Tots Make and Do is a drop in monthly session where 2 - 5 yr olds & their carer are welcomed for crafts, games & stories. FREE - Give what you think. www.derbymuseums.org Sat 27th November - Sun 2nd January

Christmas Adventure Quest

Bolsover Castle Explore Bolsover Castle with a festive familyfriendly adventure. Follow the trail, find the clues and discover the hall’s amazing stories and secrets. www.english-heritage.org.uk Sat 27th November - 24th December 10am-8pm

Winter Wonderland

CONKERS, Swadlincote, DE12 6GA Wrap up warm and get ready for a silly Elf adventure as you arrive at Waterside Winter Wonderland, where Santa’s Chief Elf and his team will send you through the Enchanted Forest and the Valley of Christmas Lights to discover Santa’s Woodland Grotto. www.visitconkers.com

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December 2021

27th-28th November, 4th-5th, 11-12th, 18th-19th & 23rd-24th December

Santa’s Snowlympics

Bluebells, Locko Rd, Spondon Celebrate the joys of winter; you’ll discover the TREEmendous trail and an exciting snow contest. The Great Penguin Sleigh Race is the race to end all races, and Santa & friends will also be there. www.bluebelldairy.co.uk Selected dates 27th Nov - 24th Dec

North Pole Adventure

National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton, DE13 9SJ Experience the wonder of Christmas on your adventure to the North Pole. Help the elves get ready for Christmas and meet the talking polar bear. Decorate gingerbread with Mother Christmas before meeting Father Christmas. www.adventurefarm.co.uk Wed 1st - Fri 24th December 10.30am-3pm

Naughty Elf Christmas Trails

Carsington Water Visitor Centre, DE6 1ST Staunton Harold Water, DE73 8DN Foremark Water, DE65 6EG Tittesworth Water, ST13 8SW Some very naughty elves have left the North Pole and taken some of the children’s gifts with them. Help Santa get the gifts back! Trail packs are available to purchase from the Visitor Centre reception for £4 per trail. Once you’ve completed the trail you can collect your prize (sweets and non sweet alternatives are available). www.stwater.co.uk Thursdays in Dec 10.15-11.15am

STEAM Babies

Museum of Making In this facilitator led session babies aged 0-3 years and their adults can explore a range of themes through the lens of our fabulous collections. There are opportunities to look at materials in different ways and get creative with how to play. Free - give what you think. Places are limited so booking is essential. • Thursday 2nd December • Thursday 9th December • Thursday 16th December www.derbymuseums.org 10

Fri 3rd - Thu 30th December

The Hungry Troll’s Christmas Dinner Market Place When a strange new dinner lady turns up to school the kids are going to get served up more than a plateful of trouble. Little Billy is overjoyed with the idea of mouth-watering meals until he discovers what’s really on the menu for their school Christmas dinner. This heartwarming story is told with the usual Babbling Vagabond magic. Puppets, storytelling, shadows and song, all thrown into the mixing bowl to make the perfect cosy Christmas. Suitable for all. Tickets £14, with concessions available. Running Time: 1hr 15m (no interval). www.derbylive.co.uk Event details are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change. Please check before setting out. 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd & 24th December

The Train Through Christmas Countryside Ecclesborne Valley Railway

Wirksworth Station, Wirksworth This sell-out magical immersive festive show has been updated and is back for 2021. See Santa on board a steam train this Christmas! • Steam train ride from Wirksworth to ‘Santa’s Station’ & back, with a heritage diesel locomotive on the other end. • Private compartment for your family seating up to 6 passengers • Sing along with the Porters as they dance, sing & entertain throughout the journey telling the story of Santa’s railway. • Hot Chocolate and Cookies for every passenger on board • Santa will visit every compartment & there will be presents for the children. Show runtime including train ride approx 1 hour 45 min. Book online at www.e-v-r.com or call 01629 823076

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Two fantastic theatrical family events coming up at the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway this autumn and winter.

Book online at www.e-v-r.com or call 01629 83076

Lots on Local... December Sat 4th Dec - 9am, 10.10am & 11.20am

Music Time: Christmas Special Parties

Willington Village Hall , Twyford Rd, DE65 6DE Magical Christmas fun, dancing and singing for babies, toddlers and pre-school children. Christmas outfits at the ready! Present, nibbles, prizes and chocolate treat included. Numbers are limited so pre-booking is required. Pre-booked tickets only; £12 (admits 1 child & 1 adult) additional siblings or adults £7 each. For more details and to book contact: Tracey 07866 689971 Facebook/musictime2000 Sat 4th December - 10-11am

Saturday Boogie Woogie Babes All Saints Church Hall, Mickleover Music & movement for toddlers & preschool age children. This is the usual weekly class but with addition of an activity table too. Older siblings welcome. Contact Shelagh to book: 07889 962332 Sat 4th - Sun 5th December 11am-3pm

Family Festivities at Markeaton Park

Markeaton Park, DE22 4AA An event for all the family with live music, walkabout acts and festive food. Browse the Markeaton Park Craft Units, alongside the indoor craft indoor market in the community centre. You can enjoy festive food, play a game of festive mini golf in the Mundy Play Centre (charges apply) and post your downloadable letter to Father Christmas at the Markeaton North Pole post box. The free Elf Trail competition will take you exploring around Markeaton Park! www.derbylive.co.uk Sat 4th, 11th & 18th December 2.304pm & Sun 5th, 12th & 19th 9.45-11.15am & 15.30-5pm

Twistin Tots Christmas Parties

Belper Community Hall, Bridge St, DE56 1BA An hour of festive music and activities, reindeer dust to take home, chocolate treat, present for all children attending. £6 per person whether child or adult. Festive photo booth with free digital photo to be emailed. www.twistintots.co.uk or facebook: @twistintots 12

Sun 5th, 12th & 19th December 12.302.30pm

Twistin Tinies Christmas Parties

Belper Community Hall, Bridge St, DE56 1BA A Christmas musical and sensory adventure for babies aged 0-18 months. Festive photo booth (digital print emailed to you), hour’s musical session, baby keepsake, hot drinks and mince pies for adults. £8 babies, £7 adults or accompanying siblings. www.twistintots.co.uk or facebook: @twistintots Sun 5th December 12-4pm

Santa Visits Alvaston Park

Alvaston Park Come and see Santa and his elves and get involved with Christmas crafts. www.dbhc.org.uk/event/derbysantarun Sun 5th December 10am-1pm

Derby Santa Run at Markeaton Park Markeaton Park, DE22 4AA The Jingle Jog is back with a new name, Derby Santa Run! This year the Derby Santa Run is back and is bigger and better than ever with a whole host of charities teaming up to bring something the East Midlands have never seen. After 13 years of running, this year Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity is teaming up with Rainbows Hospice, Chesterfield Royal Charity and DCHS Charitable Trust to make the run the biggest yet. This festive gathering is expected to attract over 1,500 Santa’s all jogging to support local causes. FREE to watch & support. www.dbhc.org.uk/event/derbysantarun/ Tue 7th - Sat 18th December 5-8pm

Derby Santa Run at Markeaton Park

National Memorial Arboretum An evening to remember as we light-up the Arboretum after hours and begin the festive season with a kaleidoscope of colour. With something to captivate visitors of all ages, Illuminated Arboretum will take place across the 150-acre woodland site. Follow Illuminated Arboretum through gardens and enjoy the majesty of the Arboretum at night. www.thenma.org.uk

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Lots on Local... December Fri 10th December - Sat 8th January

Fri 17th - Thu 23rd December

Pantomime: Sleeping Beauty

Music Time: Christmas Special Parties

Derby Arena, Pride Park, DE24 8JB The royal family and doting Dame are preparing for the christening of the baby Princess. Wicked fairy Carabosse, the thorn in the family’s side, isn’t included in the guest list. When she finds out, she is furious and sets out to ruin their happiness. As the Princess falls into a 100-year sleep and overgrown trees surround the castle, it is up to the dashing Prince to hack his way through and rescue his sweetheart. With daring duels, doting dragons, lavish sets and costumes and bucket loads of laughs, the team behind Jack and the Beanstalk and Peter Pan are back to lift the spell over Derby with this magical new pantomime. Tkts £11.50-£29.50. Tel: 01332 255800 www.derbylive.co.uk

Fri 17th Melbourne Assembly Rms Fri 17th Willington Village Hall (1.30pm only) Mon 20th Hilton Scout Hut Mon 20th Chellaston Scout Hut (1.30pm only) Tue 21st Stenson Fields Community Centre Wed 22nd Allestree St Nicholas Church Hall Thu 23rd Mickleover Vicarage Pavillion Magical Christmas fun, dancing and singing for babies, toddlers and pre-school children. Christmas outfits at the ready! Present, nibbles, prizes and chocolate treat included. Numbers are limited so pre-booking is required. 3 morning parties each day 9:15am, 10:15am & 11:15am. Pre-booked tickets only; £12 (admits 1 child & 1 adult) additional siblings or adults £7 each. For more details and to book contact: Tracey 07866 689971 Facebook/musictime2000

Sat 11th December 10-11.30am

STEAM Tots

Tots Make and Do

Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand, DE1 1BS Tots Make and Do is a drop in monthly session where 2 - 5 yr olds & their carer are welcomed for crafts, games & stories. Free - give what you think. www.derbymuseums.org If you have an event for families with children aged 5 and under that you would like to be listed in the next issue; email: derby@lotsfortots.co.uk

Sat 8th January 10-11am

Music Time

Hilton, Chellaston, Stenson Fields, Allestree, Mickleover, Melbourne & Willington. Music & movement classes, suitable for babies, toddlers & pre-school children. 10-15 Jan 2022 - All things Fire fighters, doctors & dentists! 17-21 Jan 2022 - Fancy dress superhero’s/ people who help us 24-28 Jan 2022- Tracey’s Birthday party week - Cake at all classes! Text Tracey to book: 07866689971 Facebook/musictime2000

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Twistin Tinies Adventures Give your baby the best start! Did you know… Babies are born with a natural ability to appreciate music and early exposure to music plays a crucial part in “wiring” your baby’s brain for learning? Singing songs teaches infants about how language is compiled: when you sing, words, phrases and sounds are slowed and therefore become much easier for your baby to understand. Singing regularly with baby will help them build a vocabulary of sounds and words, long before they can understand their meaning; and undertaking physical activity while singing or listening to music will not only stimulate early language development, but promote attachment and support a baby’s growing spatial awareness.

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Art and crafts classes, clubs, workshops and parties Creative arts and crafts classes that help your little one discover and explore their world. Our award-winning classes will inspire their imagination and spark their curiosity, whilst helping them develop important skills.

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The Olive Branch Toy Shop Traditional wooden toys, books, puzzles, games and contemporary gifts The Olive Branch Toyshop provide carefully chosen toys and gifts sourced from responsible and ethical suppliers. Whether you are looking for gorgeous neutrals for a baby shower, classic characters to welcome a newborn or a traditional Christening gift, they have a variety of beautiful baby gifts to choose from. They stock an extensive range of traditional wooden toys for children of all ages including sustainably produced Lanka Kade Fairtrade wooden toys.

They also stock many educational games, puzzles, puppets, craft and construction kits. Additionally, you will also find many innovative and contemporary gifts, jewellery boxes and keepsakes. Around the corner from the shop is the Rainbow Room which provides a large and vibrant space for all ages to enjoy. It hosts regular classes and craft workshops and can also host children’s parties. www.the-olive-branch.co.uk

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Back to School in 2021 As a parent, you will already be thinking about your child returning to school for the start of the new academic year. The past 18 months have been full of uncertainties and disrupted education. How is your son or daughter feeling themself? Are they confident they can step back in to school and hit the ground running? Are you worried they might be behind where you would like them to be academically? Would you like to take positive action in this area? The new term in 2021 should deliver a more consistent level of school attendance, as a result of the application of medical science. At Kip McGrath in Derbyshire we understand how you feel. We have worked with children exactly like yours for more than 40 years. Our Kip strategy will result in them taking major strides forward. At Kip, we always set meaningful goals and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons, focused on the students individual needs.

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Our sessions create confident, independent learners who go on to achieve their highest potential. Is your desire for your child for them to be one of these students back in school? Use the start of a new academic term 2021 to find out how Kip McGrath can help to realise your child’s full potential. It’s a decision that thousands of parents just like you have already taken. Their amazing testimonies provide us with the motivation to continue to change Derbyshire’s young peoples’ lives for the better. “Kip is making a big difference and she’s made really good progress since her lessons started. She’s also moved up in spelling which she’s really happy about.“ “My son has improved 2 years in his reading age in approximately 6 months and has gone from a reluctant reader to a reader who is enthusiastic and confident. I didn’t have the skills to help my son and using Kip McGrath is the best decision I have made in my son’s education.”

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Abbotsholme Nursery An Abbotsholme ‘education for life’ begins in our Nursery which caters for children aged 2-4. With an eye-opening range of opportunities, experiences and resources which will inspire and help individual character to develop. Abbotsholme is an independent day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2-18, located on the Derbyshire/Staﬀordshire border set within 140 acres of countryside. Pupils can enjoy and explore a wonderful range of indoor and outdoor facilities: Horse Riding, Mud Kitchen, Climbing Wall, Soft Play, Beekeeping, Working Farm with cows, sheep, pigs, chickens and much more!

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At Central and Ashgate Nursery Schools’ Federation we are dedicated to outdoor learning and children making sense of the world around them. We offer a unique experience in a naturally stimulating environment, surrounding our children with nature. Locally sourced and home grown produce go into our freshly cooked meals especially prepared by our own chef. We are an experienced, fully committed staff, who go the extra mile. Educating children throughout the Early Years is our passion!

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Allenton

Tots, Tunes & Tales

Tuesday 9.30- Baby Ballet/Tiny Tappers Rugby Tots 10.30 - Diddy Dancers 8.45 & 9.25am (2-3.5yrs) Wednesday 10.05 (5-7yrs) 09.30 Tumbling Tots 11.00 (3.5-5yrs) Sun 10.30 Sing…. Song…. Move! 11.15 (5-7yrs) Thursday Rolls Royce Rugby Club, DE24 9HX 9.30-10.15 Baby Ballet/ Tiny Tappers Marty’s Tots 10.30- Diddy Dancers 10-11.30am Fri St Martin’s Church & Community Friday 4pm - Ballet Centre, DE24 9BH 4.30pm - Tap Osmaston Allenton Children’s 5pm - Modern Centre 60 Cockayne St, 151st Scout Hut, DE22 2PE DE24 8XB. 01332 715620 (behind St Nicks Church Hall)

Allestree Boogie Woogie Babes 10-11am Wed & Fri St Johns Church Hall, Park Farm, DE22 2QL 01335 360 283

Little Acorns Toddler Group

9-11.15am Mon Woodlands Evangelical Church, Blenheim Parade, DE22 2GN

Tots Club 10.00-12.00 Tue St Johns Methodist Church, Park Farm, DE22 2QL *returning soon St Edmund’s Baby & Toddler Gp 10.00-11.30 Thu St Edmund’s Ch Hall, DE22 2FN

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TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk Thu

10.00-11.00 Toddlers (18m-24m) The Church Room, St Nicholas Church, DE22 2PE

Wed 11am 0-5yrs Oakleigh Ave Community Room Thu 11am 0-5yrs Mayfield Methodist Church

Nurture Bambino Baby Massage 11-12 Mon Derwent Stepping Stones, St Marks Road, Derby, DE21 6AH Rhyme Time 11am Tue Library Audrey Drive Children’s Centre 3 Audrey Drive, DE21 4NP Tel. 01332 642200

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Derwent Family Centre

9-9.45 Sat Mini Movers 4-6yrs Woodlands Sport & Leisure

Monmouth St, DE21 6BD, 01332 641010

Music Time

9.15, 10.15 & 11.15am Wed St Nicholas Church, DE22 2PE

Chellaston Titchy Town Interactive Role Play Centre

Alvaston

Mon-Sat See page 39 for session times. Scallywags Nursery, DE73 5WX

Alvaston Children’s Centre London Road, DE24 8UY. 01332 757991

Music Time

1.30pm Mon Scout Hut, Pit Close Lane

Baby & Toddler Group

10-11.30 Wed (0-5 yrs) Boulton Lane Community Centre

Creation Station New!

Baby Discover (6-17m) Tue Little Explorers (18m-5yrs) Chellaston Leisure DE73, 6TQ

Chaddesden

TinyTalk Baby Signing Fri 10.00 & 11.30 Babies (0-24m) Methodist Church, DE73 6TG

Frenzy Drama Frenzy Bees Composite Class (18 months- 4 years) 13:30-14:15pm Thu Derwent Stepping Stones, St Marks Road, DE21 6AH

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Chester Green Frenzy Drama Frenzy Bees (18 months-2.5 yrs) 9:30-10:15am Mon Frenzy Bunnies (2.5 years-4 years) 10:30-11:15am Mon Frenzy Bears (4-7 years) 5-6pm Mon Chester Green Community Centre, DE1 3RQ Tel: 07905128715

Baby Sensory

09.45 (0-6m) 11.00 (7-13m) 12.15pm (0-6m) 1.30pm (0-13m) Fri Community Centre DE1 3RQ

First Stage Dance

Mon 4.30pm Musical Minis 4-7yrs 5.30pm Mini Jazz 4-7yrs 6.05 Mini stretch/Flex 4-7yrs Thu 4.30pm Modern 5.05pm Pre Primary Ballet 5.40pm Pre-Primary Tap Sat 9.15 Melody Bear (age 2+) 9.30 Pre Primary Modern 10.05 Pre Primary Ballet 10.45 Pre-Primary Tap First Stage Dance Studios, Jubilee Business Park, DE21 4BB

Darley Abbey 9.45-10.30am Thu (0-5yr) 11-11.45 (0-5yr) Village Hall, DE22 1DS

Tuesday Tots

10-12 Tue, Central United Reform Church, DE1 1JW

Cloth Nappy & Sling Library, Eco-store and Parent Hub Mon - Mindful Monday Fri - Toy Library Stay & Play Liversidge St, DE1 2LH

Little Nippers 10-11.30am Wed St Alkmunds Church, DE22 1GU NCT Bumps & Babies

10.00am Wed West End Community Centre

Injoy Toddler Mornings

9am-1pm Mon-Thu Derby Riverlights, DE1 2AY

La Leche League Breastfeeding Support 3rd Tue of month Churchside House, Stockbrook Street, DE22 3WH *currently meeting online via zoom

Jumpin’ Fun Toddler Mornings 10-12am Thu-Fri Siddals Road, DE1 2PY

SoccerstarsUK Sat

Oxygen Little Os

09.00-09.30 (2yrs) 09.30-10.15 (3-4yrs) 10.15-11.00 (4-5yrs) Derby University DE22 1GB

Mon-Wed Mornings Pride Park, DE24 8BW

Foot Fusion

Wed (4yrs+) 4:30 - 4:50pm - Ballet 4:50 - 5:10pm - Tap 5:10 - 5:30pm - Modern Sat (2+yrs) 09.30-10.30 & 10.30-11am Melody Bear St. James Street, DE1 1RF

Little Creations

10.00-11.45 Mon (0-5yr) Riverside Centre, Pride Park

Déda

Movers & Shakers (18m-3yrs) Sat 9am (parents must be in attendance). Ballet Kids (5-7 yrs) Sat 9am Ballet Minis (3-4yrs) Sat 10am Contemporary Kids (5-7yrs) 10am Street Jazz Kids (5-7 years) Sat 12am

Puddle Ducks Swimming

Family Swimming

1st Wed & 3rd Fri of month 10-12 Tubby Bears, DE1 1LR

Derby PoD

Tiddle Kicks Sat

These details are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change.

Derby Sling Library

Derby City

Mon-Wed, Fri & Sun Everlast Fitness, Pride Park

11am Walking - 3yrs 11.50am 4-6yrs Community Centre, DE13RQ

Screenings for parents & carers with babies under 12 mths Thu, QUAD, Market Place

Twistin Tots

Rainbow Tots

10-12 Mon, St Pauls Church

QUAD Cine Babies

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QUAD Cine Kids Screenings

Bridge The Gap

Every Sat & Sun in term time and daily in school holidays QUAD, Market Place

1015 Fri 0-4rs 45 Friar Gate, DE1 1DA

Becket Childrens Centre

Stockbrook Street, DE22 3WR 01332 380134.

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Littleover Baby Sensory

9.30 & 12.30am (0-6m) 0 10.45 (6-13m) 12.30 & 1.45pm (0-13m) Grange Banqueting Suite DE23 6XX

Havon under-5s

9.30-11am Wed Haven Christian Centre

Puddle Ducks Swimming 10.00-12.00 Thu Gayton Swimming Pool

Public & Family Swimming

Normanton

Boogie Woogie Babes

10-11am Mon 1.30pm Wed All Saints Church Hall, DE3 0DL 10am Tue Pastures Social Club

RoseHill Children’s Centre DE23 6WY, 01332 641315

Little ‘Uns Baby & Toddler

10-11.30 Tue, St Giles Ch Centre, Village Street, DE23 8DE

Additional Saturday classes on 2nd Oct/6th Nov/4th Dec & 8th Jan All Saints Church Hall, DE3 0DL Tel: Shelagh 07889 962332

Oakwood

TiddleKicks Sat

11am (Walking-3yrs) 11.50pm (3-4yrs) Springwood Leisure Centre

Little Micklers Toddler Group

1.30-3pm Mon, See www.lsst.org.uk for timetable. Methodist Church, DE3 9GH Gayton Swimming Pool

Play Ark

Beat Feet Academy of Dance

Monday 10:30pm Zumbini® New! 4:15pm Boys Class New! Wednesday Tiddlywinks Mon 1.30-3pm St Peters Church, 4:15pm Infant Street Dance New! 5pm Irish dance DE23 6GF *back soon! 5:45pm Zumba Kids Infants Sunbeams Toddler Group Thursday 9.30-11am Wed 4:15pm AcroDance Preschool Newmount Methodist Church 5:00pm Ballet ages 4+ 5:30pm Modern Theatre ages 4+ Mackworth 6:00pm Tap ages 4+ Saturdays Clip n Climb Toddler Mornings 9:30am Baby Boppers Mon-Fri, Holidays & weekends 10:15am Baby Boppers Mackworth/Morley Children’s Centre 10:15am Parent & Tots Bop DE22 4EQ 11:00am Ballet ages 4+ 11:30pm Modern Theatre age 4+ Mickleover 12:30pm Infant Street Dance 4+ 10-11.30 Thu Methodist Church

TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk Wed

Music Time Thu,

Spring Tots Tue & Wed Walking to 3 yrs: 11.45am to 12.45pm 3 - fifth birthday: 10.45am to 11.45am or 1.30pm to 2.30pm Springwood Leisure Centre

Sinfin Sparklers Toddler Group

9-11.00 Mon St Stephen’s Church Vicarage

Smiley Tots

10.30-11.30am Fri Stenson Fields Church, Pilgrims Way

Sinfin Children’s Centre

DE24 9SF. 01332 718787

Spondon Baby Sensory Mon

9.30am (0-6m) 10.45am (6-13m) 12.30pm (0-13m) Spondon Methodist Church

9:15 am, Community Ctr, DE30GA Spondon Toddler Group Thu 10:15 am & 11:15 am 9.15-11.15am, Village Hall, Sitwell St Mickleover Pavillion, DE3 0HA Puddle Ducks Swimming Public & Family Swimming Frenzy Drama Mon - Sun, Choices, DE21 7BB See www.lsst.org.uk for timetable. Frenzy Bees (18m-2.5yrs) 9:15am-10:00 am Fri Lonsdale Swimming Pool. Sunnyhill Frenzy Bunnies (2.5-4yrs) Mum & Baby Yoga 1.30-3pm Tue 10.15 am-11am Fri Austin & Sunnyhill Children’s Centre: Mickleover Methodist Church, Pregnancy Yoga 6.30-8pm Tue Browning St, DE23 8DN. 01332 www.pregnancypreparation.co.uk Station Road, DE3 9GH 640090

10am Babies (0-24m) Memorial Hall, DE3 9GJ

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Suitable for babies, toddlers & pre-school children

21st year

Magical Music & Movement Classes Must be pre-booked, but no set terms Hilton, Chellaston, Stenson Fields, Allestree, Mickleover, Melbourne & Willington

Derby’s longest established Pre-school music & movement group, celebrating 21 wonderful years. Book Now for the Christmas Specials, plus weekend dates

Find out more... Classes, Parties, Events - Interactive Zoom

Text: Tracey 07866 689971

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Proud to be Derby’s longest established pre-school music & movement group. Making Music Time memories since 2000. Have Fun & Stay Safe. Meet Friends & Make New Ones. Strict COVID secure guidelines. Perfect for babies, toddlers & pre-school children, all learning, laughing & loving it, together. No set class terms tailor-make your own schedule. Exciting, Educating, Entertaining. No sharing of props & musical instruments. Everyone will have their own Jolly Bag.

Magical themes & Special events. Limited numbers in a class. Morning & Afternoon classes. We still have a little snack... individually wrapped ‘Lotus Biscotti’ biscuits now. Class costs £6 (admits 1 child and 1 adult). Additional siblings £3 each. Text Tracey to book on 07866689971.

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Derby Secret Santa 2021 Show Someone They’re Loved This Christmas Derby Secret Santa 2021 is back! Collecting gifts donated from the community, which are then wrapped up, and with the help of the local Ward Councillors, are distributed to the elderly who are alone at Christmas, the Homeless and vulnerable. Last Christmas The Derby Secret Santa Scheme exceeded their targets. Together with the generosity of the public and local businesses they collected, wrapped and delivered over 2500 gifts! That is over 2500 smiles!

Having originally served Mickleover, the cause expanded to Littleover, Heatherton, Mackworth, Hilton and Etwall. This year they are expanding into Allestree, Findern and Castle Donington and need more supporters and more volunteer Elfs! So this is an appeal! - Are you a business, or do you know a business who would like to help? Donations from £50 are greatly appreciated. 30

- Are you a Christmas lover and want to become a DSSS Elf?

There will be a live draw for the Christmas Raffle in early December. please help spread the word far and wide and get as many amazing prizes as we can. All money raised will go towards Derby Secret Santa and show someone they are loved this Christmas. If you would like to donate a worthy prize, get in touch with Natallie on 07947 704 979.

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‘What is TiddleKicks?’ TiddleKicks is a football based activity session specifically designed for children aged 6 months to 5 years. At a Tiddlekicks session you can expect to take part in lots of fun and energetic activities using a range of equipment designed to enhance your child's agility, balance and coordination. With our structured stages watch your little one learn, play and grow!

Sessions running across Derbyshire.

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Belper

Heage

Twistin Tinies Adventures (0-18m) Yellow Daisies Stay and Play 0900-1100am Mon, Wed & Fri 12.30pm Mon Heage Village Hall 12.30pm Tue Belper Community Hall, Bridge St Twistin Tots (0-5yr) Heanor & Langley 9.45am & 11am Mon 9.45am & 11am Tue Heanor Weenies Wed 9.45am Fri 10-12pm Senior Citizen Centre, Belper Community Hall, Bridge St Wilmot St Belper Early Years Fun Centre

Hokey Cokey Club Fri

Come & Play 10-11 Mon&Fri Tiny Tue 9.45-11.15(for babies <1) Natural World 10-11 Fri Alder Road, DE56 1LP

09.30-11.30am Marlpool United Reformed Church

Baby Sensory

Stay & Play

11am (0-13m) Wed 1.30pm (6-13m) The Lion Hotel

Little Church 1.15-2.45pm Wed St Peter’s Church, Church Lane

Marehay 10.00-11.30 Wed Marehay Methodist Church

Morton

TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Prams & First Shoes Thu 0930-1130 (0-3yrs). Talking Tue St Marks Church, Openwoodgate 10.15-11.15 Babies (0-18m) Morton Village Hall, DE55 6GS

Denby Baby & Toddler Group 10.00-12.00 Tue Denby Bottles Methodist Church

Find more info on these classes and how to book on the the Lots for Tots Derby Website

Ripley Baby Sensory

11am (0-13m) Thu 1.30pm (6-13m) Academy of Dance and Drama DE5 3FP

Twistin Tinies Adventures (0-18m)

12.30 & 2pm Fri Epos House DE53 3GH

Twistin Tots (0-5yr) 9.30 & 10.45 Fri Epos House DE53 3GH

Tiddle Kicks Sat

11am Walking - 3yrs 11.50am 4-6yrs Leisure Centre

Waingroves TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk Thu

10am Toddlers 11.30 Babies (0-18mth) Methodist Church DE5 9TB

Pudding & Pie

1-2pm (2-11yrs) Tue Community Centre, 136 Church St DE5 9TE

Duffield Mini Sportz

09.30-10.05 Mon (2.5-3.5yr) 10.15-11 Mon (3.5-4.5yr) Duffield Meth’ Church, King St 4-4.45pm Thu (Reception Yr) 4.55-5.40pm Thu (Yr1/Yr2) St Alkmunds Church 09.30-10.05 Fri (2.5-3.5yr) 10.15-11 Fri (3.5-4.5yr) Duffield Meth’ Church, King St 32

A Multi-Sport Coaching Programme for children aged 2.5 – 7 years old! We teach fundamental sport skills for tennis, hockey, cricket, football, basketball & netball Price: £6 per session Contact: 07935600027 or email minisportzuk@gmail.com * Mini Sportz Holiday Camps & Birthday Parties * Visit the website www.minisportz.co.uk

These details are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change.

www.lotsfortots.co.uk/derby

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Derbyshire Dales

Most classes are Term-Time only

Ashbourne Puddle Ducks Swimming

Mon, Fri & Sat Adelaide Grange DE6 2DN

Welly Club

10am Tue Outskirts of Ashbourne

Baby Sensory Tue

11-12pm (0-13m) 1.30 (6-13m) The Venue, DE6 1NB Kiddi Activ Bumps and Babes 09.30 (12m-2.5yrs) 10.45 (2.5yrs-4yrs) Tue / Thu / Fri ‘The Venue’ Ashbourne Bowls Club

Baby & Toddler Group

9-11.30am Fri term time only. St Oswald’s School Hall.

Mugginton

Little Sparkles

09.15 - 11.15. Thu The Waterside Centre, DE6 1DG

Bradley Toddler Group

2.00 to 3.30pm Fri term time Bradley C of E Primary Sch, Yew Tree Lane, DE61PG

Tumble Kids

Tue - 9:30 (Mixed Class 6m-4yrs) Fri - 9:30 (Explorers 18m-4years) Fri - 10:45 (Crawlers 6m-18m) Thu - 9.45 (Wigglers 0-9m) Mugginton Village Hall

Tansley

Hulland

Pudding & Pie

Hulland Hippos Baby & Toddler Gp 10.00 - 11.30am Wed 0 - 4 yrs. Millennium Village Hall, Hulland Ward, DE6 3FL

10-11am (2-11yrs) Fri Tansley Village Hall, DE4 5FH

Wyaston Wyaston Parent & Child Group

9:30 - 11:30am Wed. Village Hall, DE6 2DR

These details are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change.

Swimming Lessons for Babies & Children 0 - 4 Years

The Perfect IntroDUC tion to Swimming Our classes encourage a respect for water me longing to jump in and have fun! and a lifeti Find your nearest class at puddleducks.com Call:

01332 605729 derbyshire@puddleducks.com www.lotsfortots.co.uk/derby

Little Food Explorers Food Exploration Revolution Who would have thought that simply letting children play with food would help them become healthy eaters in the future.

A child’s experience of feeding and eating starts from birth and constantly evolves during the early years. When they use their senses to explore food they learn what they like and don’t like without the pressure of needing to eat it. That process of familiarisation is key to them being more willing to try new foods. Finding time to do this at home can be a challenge… and stressful! The eating environment however has a big impact on a child’s relationship with food and the more relaxed the eating space the more they enjoy their food.

There are a number of ways that you can introduce food play with your child. 1. Involve them in the cooking of the meal, e.g. give them something to squish, mix or roll. 2. Allow them to make some selections for themselves and try to not to actively encourage them to eat certain foods with rewards or pudding. 3. Try, just for a while, not to worry too much about waste, a little waste now will prevent a lot more food waste in the future.

Healthy Intuition offers Little Food Explorer classes that are perfect for introducing your child to a wide variety of foods … and having fun with it! A great chance to connect with other parents about feeding and food choices aswell as letting us take care of the mess!

www.healthyintuition.co.uk

T: 08456 436 848 E: derby@lotsfortots.co.uk

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Erewash

Most classes are Term-Time only

Breaston Sunbeams Baby & Toddler Gp 10 - 11.30 Mon St Michaels Church

Draycott Sunbeams Baby & Toddler Gp 10 - 11.30 Fri St Mary’s Church Hall, DE72 3PS

Miles of Smiles

St Mary’s Church Hall, Victoria Street, DE72 3PS 10-11.30 Tue

Ilkeston Baby Sensory Tue

Little Eaton

Ockbrook

Baby Sensory Tue

Stanley Common Stanley Toddler Group Wed

9-11am Eventide Village Hall, DE7 6GE

09.45am Tue 09.30am Thu OAP Hall, DE21 5DJ 09.45am Wed Village Hall, Vicarage Lane

West Hallam Nurture Bambino Tue

Baby Massage 1.30-2.30pm Village Hall

DanceFitt Mummy & Me 11am Wed Village Hall, Vicarage Lane

Twistin Tots (0-5yr)

Tiny Talk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk

9.15 or 11.15am Mon-Fri

Baby & Toddler Group

Fri 9-10.30am. Powtrell Pavillion, DE7 6JY

2-2.45pm Wed Village Hall, Vicarage Lane

Long Eaton Oasis Toddler Time Oasis Babies

10-11.30 Tue/Wed/Thu Oasis Christian Centre, Derby Rd

SoccerstarsUk

Tiny Tots (3-5 yrs) 9.30am 2yrs 10am 3yrs 10.45am 3-4yrs Sat. West Park Leisure Centre

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10-11.30am Fri Parish Hall

DanceFitt Tots

10am (0-6 months) 11.15am (7-13m) 12.30pm (0-13 months) 1.30pm (0-13 months) 10.15am Wed (0-6m) 11.15 Wed (0-13m) Arena Church, DE7 8DG

Toddlers 10am Mon Toddlers 11.30am Fri Babies 11.30am & 1pm Mon Babies 10am Fri Newborn workshop 1pm Fri Trefoil House, DE7 4NA

Chatterbox Playgroup

09.30am (0-6m) 10.45am (6-13m) 12.30pm (0-13m) 1.45pm (0 to 13m) Village Hall, Vicarage Lane DE21 5EA

Class & group details are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change.

If you have a class or group for children aged 5 and under that you would like to be listed; email: derby@lotsfortots.co.uk

You will find more information on all of our advertisers together with links to their websites and social media pages on our website! Go to: www.derby.lotsfortots.co.uk and click ‘Directory’ www.lotsfortots.co.uk/derby

The Spondon Three Two Stolen Cockapoos and a Cocker Spaniel 3 dogs were stolen overnight Tuesday 3rd / Wednesday 4th August from Brookfield Farm kennels in Spondon. The dognappers took golden coloured Cocker Spaniel Remy, Red/ Apricot Cockerpoo Elvis, and Apricot Cockerpoo Tony. Please share these images and story to help get them home. These aren’t just people’s dogs, they are people’s family members and all the owners involved are absolutely heartbroken. Please help us get them home for Christmas with their families. Elvis 07947 704 979 Remy 07854 086 350 Tony 07720 817 983 Contact Harvey’s Army confidentially on 07833 727 975

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South Derbyshire

Most classes are Term-Time only

Ashby De La Zouch TinyTalk Baby Signing

10am & 11.30 Thu (babies 0-24m) Ashby Methodist Church Hall 5 Burton Road LE65 2LF

Aston on Trent Aston on Trent Tots

9.30am Tue The Recreation Centre 1.30pm Wed Memorial Hall

Castle Donington Puddle Ducks Swimming

9.30am-12noon Tue 10am-12.30pm Fri The Jurys Inn East Mid DE74 2SH Sat Mornings Rasisson Blu Hotel, DE74 2TZ

Wiggle Shake and Make Mon & Wed 2+: 9.15-10.15 Under 2s: 10.45-11.45 Rainbow Room

Etwall Baby and Toddler Group

09:30-11:30 Wed Etwall Methodist Church

SoccerstarsUk Sat

09.00-09.30 (2yrs) 09.30-10.15am (3-4yrs) 10.15-11.00am (4-5yrs) Etwall Leisure Centre, DE65 6HZ

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Hilton

Derby Forest School

Music Time

9.15am, 10.15am & 11.15am Mon Scout & Guide Hut, DE65 5GH

Baby Sensory

Repton

09.30am (0-6m), 10.45am (6-13m), 12.30pm (0-13m) & 1.45pm (0-13m) Thu Mease Pavillion, DE65 5LS

SoccerstarsUk Tiny Tots Sat

9am 2yrs 9.30am 3yrs 10.15am 4-5 Yrs Repton Sports Centre, DE65 6FH

Mums & Tots

1.30-3pm Mon Hilton Village Hall

Baby & Toddler Group 10.15-12 Wed Repton Village Hall

TiddleKicks Sat

08.45 (walking - 3yrs) 09.35 (3-4yrs) Hilton Scout Hut

Shardlow Stay n Play

Creation Station

9.30-11.30 Fri (0-5 yrs) Village Hall

11-11.50 (6m - 5yrs) Wed Hilton Brook

Stenson Fields

Kegworth

Music Time

Tiddlers Playgroup

9.45-11.45am Mon Baptist Church, High St, DE74 2FH

Melbourne

Willington Music Time

9.45am (0-6m), 11am (7-13m) and 12.15pm (0-13m). 1.30pm (0-13m) Melbourne Sporting Partnership

10-11.30am Mon, Wesley Hall Splash 9.30-10.45am Wed (0-5yrs), Wesley Hall.

Ticknall 10am -12noon Thu (0-5 yrs) Ticknall Village Hall, DE73 7JW

9.15am Fri 10.15m 11.15am Assembly Rooms, DE73 8GJ

Tiddlywinks

9.15am, 10.15am & 11.15am Tue Community Centre, DE24 3EL

Ticknall Playgroup

Music Time

Baby Sensory Thu

Tree Tots 9.45 - 11.15am Wed Nature Nursery 7.45-5.30 Tue & Wed. Whistlewood Common

1.30pm Fri Village Hall, DE65 6DE

You will find all of our advertisers class information together with links to their websites and social media pages on the Lots for Tots Derby website!

www.lotsfortots.co.uk/derby

Welcome to Titchy Town – an interactive role play centre based in South Derbyshire. Titchy Town is an indoor play village designed especially for little ones up to 8 years of age. Children can freely explore six different play zones Titchy Town is designed to allow your child’s imagination to run wild whilst they role play in a safe environment. You can participate in your child’s play, or just sit back and watch them learn as you enjoy a mug of freshly brewed tea or coffee and an amazing homemade cake from our little coffee shop in a covid safe environment.

Where are we?

How it works

We are based on the site of Scallywags Private Day Nursery in Chellaston (Rowallan Way, DE73 5WX). Please use the Scallywags car park and you will find the entrance to Titchy Town off Rowallan Way by following the signs. Disabled and pushchair access is available.

Titchy Town works on a pre-book via website and pay on arrival basis with sessions lasting 90 minutes. On your first entry you will be issued a loyalty card and for every nine sessions you attend you will receive your 10th entry free of charge! Payment is cash only.

Opening Times Morning

Mid Morning

Afternoon

Late Afternoon

Mon

9.15 – 10.45

11.15 – 12.45

1.15 – 2.45

Tues

9.15 – 10.45

11.15 – 12.45

1.15 – 2.45

Wed

9.15 – 10.45

11.15 – 12.45

1.15 – 2.45

Thurs

9.15 – 10.45

11.15 – 12.45

1.15 – 2.45

Fri

9.15 – 10.45

11.15 – 12.45

1.15 – 2.45

Sat

9.15 – 10.45

Sun

9.15 – 10.45

11.15 – 12.45

Private Party Hire

11.15 – 12.45

Private Party Hire

1.15 – 2.45

Private Party Hire

1.15 – 2.45

Private Party Hire

3.30 – 5.00

Tea Time Special

3.30 – 5.00

Private Party Hire

3.30 – 5.00

Private Party Hire

Please note that Titchy Town is thoroughly cleaned at the end of each session before it is set up for the start of the next session.

Call us on 01332 705070

Book in at www.titchytown.com

Join us for a wonderful day out Join us at your nearest visitor site for Halloween Trails this October half-term! Don’t miss our Naughty Elf Christmas Trails throughout December. Carsington Water Big Lane Derbyshire DE6 1ST

Foremark Water Milton Derbyshire DE65 6EG

Tittesworth Water Meerbrook Staffordshire ST13 8SW

Staunton Harold Calke Road Derbyshire DE73 8DN

Find out about all our events and activities by visiting stwater.co.uk/events

Open every day (except Christmas day) Catering and baby changing facilities Parking charges apply

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Oct - Harvest Theme. Scarecrows hedgehogs and leaves!

Oct - Pumpkin party, fancy dress, plus chocolate treats! Text Tracey to book: 07866689971 Facebook/musictime2000