FAMILY DIARY

DISCOVER THE BEST THINGS TO SEE & DO WITH THE FAMILY THIS MONTH

Scribble and Sketch n Once a month, various locations

Join the RWA’s Scribble and Sketch artists at locations across the city on Saturdays once a month for free family workshops. These sessions are designed for children and grownups to take part in together –everyone is welcome. Admission is free. No pre-booking required. Suitable for all ages, children must be supervised. rwa.org.uk

Sunday Market n Every Sunday, Tobacco Factory Tobacco Factory’s bustling Sunday Market (10am – 2.30pm) is the perfect spot to meet with friends, relax with family and discover exceptional food, crafts and produce, made and grown in the local area. There are around 60 stalls to explore each week, featuring beautifully designed, sustainable and locally made produce – from clothes and jewellery to patisserie and freshly baked bread. tobaccofactory.com

Stories from the Stars n 2, 9, 16 & 23 March, Bandon Hill

Why is Cassiopeia trapped in the sky? Why did the Moon and the Sun never get married? What does it take to become the Irish God of all Gods? Wrap up warm, look to the sky and join We The Curious’ team for these free events all about star mythology. Hear unique tales and imagine a beautiful picture of how humanity has interacted with the night sky for thousands of years. Book your free ticket at: wethecurious.org/event/stories-stars

Bristol Film Festival:

Muppet Treasure Island n 15 March, Mount Without Bristol Film Festival’s second March 2023 date at the Mount Without focuses on swashbuckling adventure, starting with

Muppet Treasure Island, the classic Robert Louis Stevenson pirate tale told Muppet-style. Joining the gang on the quest for untold riches is a human cast including Billy Connelly, Jennifer Saunders, and Tim Curry on top form as Long John Silver. Book your tickets at: bristolfilmfestival.com

Delightful Dormice (Wildlife talk) n 7 March, Conservation Education Centre Journey through a year in the life of a dormouse with the Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project. As the delightful dormouse is rarely seen due to its nocturnal habits and tree-dwelling lifestyle, this event offers an opportunity to see how this endearing, endangered inhabitant of Leigh Woods is faring in and around Bristol. Speaker Cathy Mayne, an ecologist and programme lead at Leigh Woods, will tell you how the woodland is managed to allow this iconic creature to thrive. wildplace.org.uk

Coming Soon

Zog n 5 –16 April, Bristol Old Vic

Large in size and keen in nature, Zog is eager to win a golden star at Madam Dragon’s school, where dragons learn all the things that dragons need to know. The smash-hit stage adaptation from Freckle Productions (the team behind Zog and the Flying Doctors and Stick Man) is back and promises to be bigger, brighter and more roar-some than ever before. With lively songs from Joe Stilgoe and directed by Emma Kilbey, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved Zog is a magical production for all ages. Book your tickets at: bristololdvic.org.uk

Sing-a-Long-a Encanto n 10 April, Bristol Hippodrome

From the producers of Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music and Sing-a-Long-a Frozen, the brand new smash hit film musical of 2021 about the Family Madrigal features lyrics on screen so that everyone can join in. Sing your heart out with Bristol Hippodrome’s live host, who will teach you some dance moves, help you create some magic and show you how to use your free props bag. Please note this is a screening of the movie not a live stage show. Book your tickets at: atgtickets.com

The Watersmeet Hotel in Woolacombe, a four star hotel on the water’s edge. Indoor and outdoor pool & spa. Two restaurants to include a bistro and a fine dining option, both with stunning sea views.

‘Ramblers Package - 3 nights’ Explore the coastal footpaths on our doorstep.

• Deluxe sea view room

• 3 course dinner

• Devon cream tea for 2 £990 per couple inclusive

‘Luxury Suite Offer’

• Luxury Suite

• Bottle of champagne

From £410 per night

‘3 Night Break’ (Sun-Wed)

• Deluxe sea view room B/B

£675 per couple inclusive Selected dates apply.