Primary Times Wiltshire Christmas 2014 by Primary Times

in Wiltshire Issue 93 11 Dec 2014-12 Feb 2015

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TV and screen legend Nigel Havers arrives at Swindon’s Wyvern Theatre this Christmas to play the villain in Dick Whittington. Page 4

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BATH PHILHARMONIA presents THE SNOWMAN

The film classic with live orchestra! £15 adults, and only £8 for children

Tickets: Bath Box Office 01225 463362 www.bathboxoffice.org.uk or by phone or online at Ticketline 08448 889991 www.bathforum.co.uk

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First broadcast on Channel 4 in 1982, The Snowman has been an annual favourite ever since. Bring the whole family to enjoy the experience of the film with live orchestral accompaniment, as well as lots of other seasonal favorites, a Christmas fancy dress parade (any costume related to Christmas) and a visit by Santa!

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It’s the time of year when children’s pester power reaches a peak. But parents have a secret weapon up their sleeves, too. “Put it on your Christmas list and if you’re good, Santa may bring it for Christmas.” The strategy has extracted me from many a shop over the years with nerves and wallet just about intact. But if you still need some extra presents, check out our last minute gift guide, with everything available locally so you don’t have to rely on the post (P6). As times and technology change around us, we explore the importance of good manners (P16). With children learning to use tablets and computers quicker than ever, how hard is it to encourage them to also use the ‘p’ and ‘q’ modes?

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Still need stocking fillers or that “difficult” gift? Daisy Bartholomew has some seasonal treats .

MODERN MANNERS P16 From “jetiquette” to etiquette, Anne-Marie Scanlon discusses good manners in the internet age.

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Nigel Havers is King Rat in Swindon’s own enchanting pantomime adventure, Dick Whittington.

talented young man and his cat, expecting to earn fame and fortune in London, instead fall into poverty and decide to return home. But then the sound of church bells persuades them to stay in the capital and give their efforts one last go. Dick Whittington is perhaps the original rags to riches story, a cornerstone of the traditional panto repertoire which has inspired children for decades. This year the Wyvern Theatre, Swindon, has chosen it as its Christmas pantomime and has enlisted one of British acting’s most glamorous figures, Nigel Havers, to play the role of King Rat, Dick Whittington’s arch enemy. A star of stage and screen for 40 years, Havers is well-known in a variety of roles. On ITV’s ‘Coronation Street’ he was lovecheat Lewis Archer, for which he won the “Best Exit” accolade at the 2013 British Soap Awards. He also appeared in another of ITV’s topshows, the Christmas Special of ‘Downton Abbey’. In this ‘Dick Whittington’, Havers has some equally talented colleagues including pantomime

Lucy Kane Kristian Morse (Dick Whittington), The Dick Whittington cast, from left: Ashley (Sarah the Cook), David ells), Bowb (Fairy d Char Suzie (Alice Fitzwarren), Bentley Barnshaw (Simple Simon). Pic Kate Nigel Havers (King Rat) and Lewis

dame supreme David Ashley, who returns to Swindon as Sarah the Cook. Promising new star Kristian Morse plays the role of Dick, while leading lady Lucy Kane, as the Alice Fitzwarren character, follows a great family tradition in taking to the Wyvern stage. Her parents, Sam Kane and Linda Lusardi, met in pantomime and both performed at the Wyvern, so it’s unsurprising that their daughter caught the bug

Lucy Kane (centre) follows her parents Linda Lusardi (left) and Sam Kane (right) into pantomime.

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for the theatrical Christmas tradition. Lucy has been at stage school for the last six years and has performed in shows such as ‘Annie’, ‘Cinderella’, ‘Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs’ and performed solo at The O2 Arena and The London Palladium. Now she steps onto the stage of Swindon’s number one entertainment venue. As Lucy Kane explains, “Seeing my parents on stage in panto was one of the main reasons that I

wanted to become a performer. It was so inspiring to see them do a job that they love, and to make such an amazing job of it. I spent many years watching the show from the wings and it’s a dream come true to be able to follow in their footsteps.” Lewis Barnshaw and Suzie Chard will also both return to the Wyvern Theatre, with Barnshaw previously having performed as Dandini in ‘Cinderella’, while Chard was the Genie in ‘Aladdin’. This magical production will be spectacularly brought to life with an abundance of comedy, stunning sets and fabulous costumes. Plus, as is tradition with the Wyvern Theatre’s annual pantomime, Dick Whittington promises plenty of audience participation. So book your tickets today for a show that’s guaranteed to bring out the child in everyone: the trip of a lifetime with the thrice Mayor of London! Dick Whittington starring Nigel Havers as King Rat, runs at the Wyvern Theatre, Swindon, Sat 6 Dec- Sun 4 Jan. Book tickets today at swindontheatres.co.uk or by calling the Ticket Office on 01793 524481.

Kristian Morse as Dick Whittington. Pic Kate Bentley

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Family fun at Salisbury Arts Centre

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An evening of snow, dancing, snow, games and even more snow with resident theatre company Hoodwink.

A mythical animated tale of burly Vikings and wild dragons, based on the book by Cressida Cowell.

A witty re-working of Cinderella for four to eight year olds featuring fully integrated Sign Language.

Sat 13 December | 6pm

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Sat 31 Jan | 11am & 2pm A colourful whirlwind of stories and adventure led by a tiny Sprite with a fascination for snowflakes.

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Last gasp gifts

The Christmas shopping is mostly done, but perhaps you still need a stocking filler, or even that elusive main present for the “difficult” person in your life. Daisy Bartholomew finds out what’s available near you.

Christmas Magic at The Salisbury Museum Enjoy a family day out at Salisbury museum this Christmas, and meet Father Christmas and his reindeer. There will be a variety of events taking place in the museum throughout the day, such as story telling by Salisbury library and crafts and cards on sale, which can make fantastic last minute gifts. Free entry, Dec 13. The Salisbury Museum, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 ZEN W: www.salisburymuseum.org.uk

Dino Park Centre The Dino Park Centre is packed full of beautifully designed, fun dinosaur figures, each one individual and unique. It also features a prehistoric play mat, helping to make the little ones’ games even more imaginative. £15.00 Hawkin’s Bazaar, Swindon, SN1 1LF W: www. www.hawkin.com

stamp pads in pink and purple to choose from. £5.99 Ducklings Toy Shop, Marlborough, Wiltshire. SN8 1BE W: www.ducklingstoyshop.co.uk

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Grow Your Own Lucky Clover A unique Christmas gift that could bring lots of luck for 2015. This ‘grow your own lucky clover’ includes everything you need to grow the plant, with seeds and compost pallet included, it will keep the kids entertained as they watch it grow over the Christmas holidays. £4, Hawkin’s Bazaar. Bath, BA1 1QH W: www.hawkin.com

Wooden Stamp Set This is ideal for youngsters who enjoy art and crafts. The set includes heart and butterfly shaped stamps and two colour 6

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Rainbow Coloured Recorders These rainbow recorders will encourage musical talent to shine, so tactile and colourful that any child will want to pick them up. A world away from the dour wooden tubes thrust in many a child’s hand in times past, these delightful pipes are a vital tool in persuading the small child in your life to learn to play. £5.99 Ducklings Toy Shop, Marlborough, Wiltshire. SN8 1BE W: www.ducklingstoyshop.co.uk

children’s soft toy collection this Christmas. £23. Aspace, Bristol, BS8 2QN W: www.aspace.co.uk

Avebury National Trust Visit the famous stones of Avebury over the Christmas break and enjoy a showcase of beautiful Christmas decorations throughout the ages in the manor house. Discover a wonderful array of decorating styles, and find some fabulous ideas for your home. Free. Avebury, SN8 1RD W: www. nationaltrust.org. uk/avebury

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FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SHOWS ★ SALISBURY, SWINDON, TROWBRIDGE & BEYOND

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Mice on Skates, Salisbury Playhouse, Sat 31 Jan.

Christmas. After trying to find a special present with his Elf, Santa finds the perfect one & delivers it on Christmas Eve. A live Christmas theatrical experience, with audience participation and the opportunity to meet Santa!

THE ARC THEATRE College Road, Trowbridge, Wiltshire BA14 0ES. 01225 756376. www. arctheatre.org.uk . I’ve Seen Santa Sun 7 Dec, 11am and 2pm, £6/£8/£25 (family ticket) • It’s Christmas Eve and Little Bear can’t wait to see Santa! This delightful show is brought to life with an irresistible blend of music, puppetry and high energy storytelling. Little people (and bears!) aged 3 to 7 will love this funny, heart-warming tale. There’s plenty of fun along the way, with a very special appearance from Santa himself. THE ATHENAEUM 18-20 High Street, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9AE. 01985 213891, www.theath.org.uk Snow White and the Seven Dwarves Sat 20-Wed 24 Dec (no performance Mon), 2pm/7pm, call for ticket prices • Oddity Theatre presents its version of the much loved fairy tale. SALISBURY ARTS CENTRE Bedwin Street, Salisbury, SP1 3UT, 01722 321744. www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk Hoodwink’s Winter Wonderland Sat 13 Dec, 6pm, £7.50/£24 (family) • An evening of snow, dancing, snow, games and even more snow with Salisbury Arts Centre’s resident theatre company Hoodwink. Cinder-Ella Sun 21 Dec, 11am & 2pm £7.50/£24 (family) • A re-working of Cinderella for 4 to 8 year olds and grown-ups too. Featuring fully integrated sign language, it’s a fun show for all the family. Giovanni’s Island Sat 17 Jan, 11am, £4 • A Japanese animated tale of family, unlikely friendship and growing up after World War II. A story of enduring optimism and a desire to overcome the ravages of history. Once Upon a Snowflake Sat 31 Jan, 11am & 2pm, £7.50/£24 (family) • A colourful whirlwind of stories and adventure for children aged 3 and over. Help find Liza in this quirky and enchanting show blending shadow puppetry, storytelling and original songs. Yeh Shen Sat 14 Feb, 11am & 2pm, £7.50/£24 (family) • An enchanting tale for children aged 5 and over about an orphaned girl, a magical fish, a nasty stepmother, and a lost shoe. Will Yeh Shen be able to attend the New Year Festival? Will she ever find happiness? Find out in this timeless tale, featuring puppetry, live music and all the excitement of the Chinese Spring Festival. The Polar Bears Go Wild! Thu 19 Feb, 1.15pm & 3.15pm, £7.50/£24 8

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FURTHER AFIELD THE BRISTOL HIPPODROME St. Augustine’s Parade, BS1 4UZ. 0844 871 3012, www.atgtickets. com/bristol Dick Whittington Sat 6 Dec-Sun 5 Jan, 2pm & 7pm, £10-£39.50 • Britain’s Got Talent winners Ashleigh and Pudsey star in this year’s family pantomime. Also starring CBeebies star Ben Faulks and popular panto dame Eric Potts. (family) • A polar adventure for children aged 5 and under featuring two friendly but slightly naughty polar bears. The polar bears are off on the adventure of a lifetime and are in search of brave explorers to join them. Will you go on a journey with them? With music, comedy and quite a lot of cheekiness, The Polar Bears Go Wild is the perfect treat for young audiences. SALISBURY PLAYHOUSE Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, SP2 7RA. 01722 320333, www.salisburyplayhouse.com Little Red Hen Tue 2-Sat 13 Dec, 10.45am/1.30pm, £9 • Making bread is hard work, but it would be a lot easier if the lazy farmyard animals lent a hand. An adaptation of the nursery favourite, featuring a host of animal puppets, sing-a-long songs and comic routines. It’s a pre-Christmas treat for the whole family with no scary bits! Mother Goose Wed 3 Dec-Sat 10 Jan, various times, £13-£21 • Poor Mother Goose dreams of being rich and beautiful. But the village squire is threatening to throw her out of the cottage she shares with her son Billy if she can’t pay the rent. Just when all hope is lost, Priscilla, a magical goose arrives, and when she starts laying golden eggs Mother Goose’s dreams may just come true . . . unless the evil Demonica Badegg gets her way. Packed with plenty of laughs, silly “yolks” and “eggcelent” music. Mice on Skates Sat 31 Jan, 11am & 2.30pm, £7-£9 • Grabbing cheese is not as easy as it used to be. Cats are definitely getting faster! Then two ingenious mice discover that putting wheels on your feet makes you unstoppable. Pretty soon they’re off, whizzing round Europe, showing off their skating tricks and sampling

undiscovered cheeses as they go. But what new cheese could be as good as home cheese? Ages 3 to 6. Old Macdonald Had a Farm Tue 17 Feb, 12pm, £7-£9 • This fun-filled farmyard tale brings to life all the best loved characters from the original nursery rhyme, along with a magical medley of games, giggles and sing-a-long songs. Promises to be a captivating combination of live action, puppetry and animation. Ages 4+ Robin’s Winter Adventure Fri 20 Feb, 11am & 2pm, £7-£9 • A young boy sets off on an incredible journey with a feathered friend. But will facing his fears turn out to be the greatest adventure of all? An uplifting tale of change, bravery and friendship told with puppetry, poetry, music and magical design. Ages 4+ Bath Time Sat 21 Feb, 11am & 2.30pm, £7-£9 • Bath time is for splashing about, singing down the plug hole, shouting up the taps and making bubble beards! Oxford Playhouse has created this magical and perfectly silly show celebrating the games we all play in the bath. Ages 2 to 6. THE WYVERN THEATRE Theatre Square, Swindon SN1 1QN. 01793 524481, www.swindontheatres.co.uk Dick Whittington Sat 6 Dec–Mon 4 Jan, various times, £13.50-£28 • Nigel Havers stars as King Rat in Wyvern Theatre’s enchanting Christmas pantomime. This dazzling production will be spectacularly brought to life with an abundance of comedy, stunning sets, and fabulous costumes. Dear Santa Mon 22 Dec-Sun 28 Dec, various times, Adult £10.50, Child £2 off, Family 1 Adult + 1 child £9 • A child writes to Santa before

THE BRISTOL OLD VIC King Street, Bristol BS1 4ED. 0117 987 7877, www.bristololdvic.org.uk Swallows and Amazons until Sat 17 Jan, various times, £5-£30 • Back by popular demand, this family musical is a story of an idyllic era of endless summer evenings and the beauty of youthful imagination. Follow Captain John and his able crew as they set sail to Wildcat Island. THE EGG Theatre Royal, Sawclose, Bath BA1 1ET. 01225 448844, www.theatreroyal.org.uk Rumpelstiltskin until Sun 4 Jan, various times, £17 (adult)/£12 (children and students) • A musical show for the family. This modern production retells the Grimm Brothers’ classic tale with plenty of magic, mischief and menace. See feature Page 4. Ages 8+. THEATRE ROYAL Sawclose, Bath, BA1 1ET. 01225 823409. www.theatreroyal.org.uk. Cinderella Thu 11 Dec-Sun 11 Jan, various times, £8-£29 • Classic fairy tale starring Dani Harmer of CBBC’s ‘Tracy Beaker’ fame as Cinderella. Treated as a servant by her wicked stepsisters, Cinderella needs all the magic her fairy godmother can muster, if she is to meet her Prince Charming. THE TOBACCO FACTORY Raleigh Rd, Avon, Bristol, BS3 1TF. 0117 902 0060. www.tobaccofactory.com 101 Dalmations until Sun 11 Jan, various times, £8/£11/£15/£19 • When Pongo and Perdita’s fifteen new-born dalmatian puppies go missing Cruella de Vil is the prime suspect. Can they be rescued? PRIMARY TIMES

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A Prinknash Wonderland

rinknash Bird & Deer Park was nominated in the ‘Top Ten Rural Attractions to Visit’ by the Sunday Telegraph in 2011 and since then has moved on in leaps and bounds. It recently opened a stunning new Visitor Centre, whose balconies overlook the park, offering extraordinary views of Prinknash’s illuminations, as well as the Reindeer Enclosure where you can see Rudolph, Prancer and Comet. Those who want a closer view of the famous trio can visit the park’s dedicated viewing area to watch them at feeding time. The Bird Park also welcomes Santa, who can be found holding court in his remarkable, hand-crafted ash sleigh, with his very own Rudolph, created from horseshoes by sculptor Tom Hill. It’s quite a show as each gift is presented,

unwrapped to make sure it’s perfect for your child. A photographer is there to capture your special moment and you have the chance to buy a memento of the occasion. Meanwhile, the Prinknash Christmas Fairy can be found inside the Gypsy Caravan, delighting children as they hand her their gift request before meeting Santa, or perhaps making a card in the craft tent ready to hand to him. As always the face painter is on hand to complete the finishing touches. So, for those of you who really want a different Christmas, make The Bird Park your very own Winter Wonderland. Tickets are available on www.thebirdpark.com or, for more information, please call us on 01452 812727. The Bird & Deer Park Gloucestershire GL4 8EX T: +44 (0) 1452 812 727 www.thebirdpark.com

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ROUNDABOUT Your ultimate family diary of what’s on, where & when

Deadlines: List your school or community group’s events in Primary Times for free. We work half a term in advance so we’re now collecting information for February, March and April 2015: deadline Mon 12 Jan. If your event is to raise funds for a school or charity, and is open to the public, please let us know. E: mike.gartside@venue.co.uk.

westonbirt. Every Fri, Sat and Sun 5pm-8.30pm, £10 (adults)/£8 (concs)/£5 (children) • A spectacular, mile-long illuminated trail through Westonbirt’s trees and winding paths. Also featuring stilt walkers, the Christmas Fairy, giant reindeer, Father Christmas, carol singing and festive refreshments. UNTIL WED 24 DEC AMPHIBIANS Slimbridge Wetlands Centre, Slimbridge, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT, 01453 891223, www.wwt. org.uk. 2.15pm (also at 12.30pm Sat and Sun). Free with general admission • Visit Toad Hall, where amphibian expert Jay Redbond gives an insight into the world of these semi water-dwelling creatures and their habitats. Hold frogs, toads and newts from his collection.

PLEASE CHECK BEFORE YOU TRAVEL While we make every effort to ensure these listings are accurate and up to date, event information can sometimes change after we’ve gone to press. Please check with the venue or organiser before you set off to an event to make sure it’s going ahead as planned . . . and tell them you saw it in Primary Times!

DECEMBER UNTIL SUN 14 DEC BATH CHRISTMAS MARKET Various locations throughout Bath. www.bathchristmasmarket.co.uk. 10am to 7pm (Mon-Wed), 10am to 8pm (Thu), 10am to 9pm (Fri and Sat) and 10am to 6pm (Sun), free • More than 150 traditional wooden chalets selling unique, handmade gifts, decorations and a smorgasbord of things to eat: everything you need for a wonderful Christmas. UNTIL SUN 14 DEC PORTRAIT OF A LADY? No.1 Royal York Crescent, Bath, BA1 2LR. 01225 428126. www.no1royalyorkcrescent.org.uk. 10.30am5.30pm (12pm opening on Mondays). £4 or free with standard admission ticket • Learn how women of the 18th century viewed themselves and how they were seen by society. UNTIL THU 18 DEC BEING CAROLINE–A SECOND SELF Herschel Museum of Astronomy, 19 New King Street, Bath, Avon,

Santa Specials on the Swindon & Cricklade Railway until Sun 21 Dec

BA1 2BL. www.herschelmuseum. org.uk, 01225 446865, 11am/1pm (weekdays)-5pm, £6/£5.50/£3 • An exhibition exploring the life of the remarkable 18th century scientist Caroline Herschel. Told by her father that she was too poor and unattractive to marry, Caroline became a world class astronomer. The first woman paid for her contribution to science, she was presented with the Gold Medal for Science by the King of Prussia on her 96th birthday. As fascinating and inspirational for children as it is for parents. UNTIL SAT 20 DEC DICKENSIAN CHRISTMAS Trowbridge Museum and Town Hall, The Shires Shopping Centre, Court Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, 01225 751339, www.trowbridgemuseum.co.uk/events-and-activities, 10.30am-1pm and 1.30pm-5pm, £5 (adv)/£6 • Visit the magical Victorian grotto and meet Father

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Christmas in Trowbridge Town Hall. Price includes a traditional Christmas gift and a sepiacoloured photograph . Christmas activities in the Museum include seasonal story-telling with costumed Victorian characters, plus simple drop-in Christmas craft activities in the museum. Father Christmas meets children from 3pm-4pm and story-telling is 3.30pm-4pm. UNTIL SUN 21 DEC SANTA SPECIALS Swindon and Cricklade Railway, Blunsdon Station, Tadpole Lane, Blunsdon, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN25 2DA, 01793 771615, www. swindon-cricklade-railway.org/ events, booking required via the website • Take the children to ride on a train and meet Santa in his Grotto. UNTIL SUN 21 DEC SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING NEW: CREATING THE BBC MANOR REBORN INTERIORS Avebury Manor, High St, Avebury, SN8 1RF. 01672 538016. www. nationaltrust.org/avebury. 11am5pm (last entry 4pm). Closed on Weds. Normal admission applies • An exhibition examining the various crafts which helped to create the Avebury Manor interiors, spanning Tudor times to the 1930s. With crafts coming from as far away as China, this is a wonderful celebration of the life and times of those who lived in the manor. UNTIL SUN 21 DEC ENCHANTED CHRISTMAS AT WESTONBIRT Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS. 01666 880220. www.forestry.gov.uk/

UNTIL WED 31 DEC GEORGIANS: 18TH CENTURY DRESS FOR POLITE SOCIETY Bath Fashion Museum, Bath Assembly Rooms, Bennett Street, Bath, BA1 2QH, 01225 477789, www.fashionmuseum. co.uk, 10.30am-4pm, £7.75 (adults)/£5.75 (child) • The museum’s special exhibition this year includes over 30 original 18th century costumes from its worldclass collection and Georgianinspired outfits from top fashion designers. UNTIL SUN 4 JAN BATH ON ICE The Royal Pavilion, Royal Avenue, Bath, BA1 2NR, 07943 323360, www.bathonice.com, 10am-9pm, from £7.25pp • Bath’s festive outdoor real ice rink is back, with a brand new pizza chalet and Ice Lounge bar and cafe. It is located in Royal Victoria Park in the centre of Bath. Sessions last for onehour with skate hire included. Skate aids for children including bananas and penguins are available. Beautifully lit up after dark this city centre location is the ideal choice for a great festive activity. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. UNTIL SUN 4 JAN FARMERS AND ARTISAN MARKET Salisbury Market Place, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BL, 01722 328068, www.christmasinsalisbury.co.uk, 10am-3pm, free • Brings together the best of locally produced food, drink, plants and a wealth of artisan products, all from within 50 miles of Salisbury. There’s a broad offering of high quality products across 50 stalls, including fresh food, handmade arts and crafts, jewellery, home furnishings and more. Also live music and hot refreshments. » CHRISTMAS 2014

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UNTIL SUN 4 JAN CAPTURING THE LIGHT Fox Talbot Museum, Lacock, Wiltshire, SN15 2LG. 01249 730459. www.nationaltrust.org. uk/lacock. 10.30am-5.30pm. Admission charges apply • A showcase of this unique collection of artefacts including prephotographic optical devices, period cameras from 1780-1860 and early photographs. There’s also a reproduction artist’s studio complete with dressing up area, so visitors can imagine themselves in an authentic Victorian photography studio. UNTIL SUN 4 JAN CHRISTMAS AT LONGLEAT Longleat Safari Park, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW. 01985 844400. www.longleat.co.uk. 10am-5pm. Standard admission applies, additional charges for some activities • Get in the festive mood as Longleat hosts Europe’s “largest ever” display of giant Chinese lanterns. Explore the glowing winter wonderland, jump aboard the train to Santa’s grotto, enjoy ice skating, a winter safari and much more. UNTIL TUE 6 JAN SALISBURY CHARTER MARKET Salisbury Market Place, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BL, 01722 328068, www.christmasinsalisbury.co.uk, 8am-4pm, free • A wide range of approximately 90 stalls of various sizes includes a central hot food area offering hog roast, pizza, Thai, and Mexican food. There’s a farmers’ market of 12 blue/white stalls incorporated in to the main market. A huge range includes food (meat, fish, fruit and vegetables, cheeses, bread, cakes, tea and coffee), clothes, shoes, bags, jewellery, watches, flowers, music, tools, collectables, homeware, pet food, fabrics, jigsaws, and linen. UNTIL TUE 6 JAN AT-BRISTOL’S ICE RINK At-Bristol, Anchor Rd, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5DB. 0117 909 2000. www.at-bristol.org.uk. 10am-5pm. £8.50/£7.50/£6.50 • After the success of the

Harbourside’s first ever ice rink last year, At-Bristol welcomes it back for 2014. Whether you fancy yourself as the next Torvil or Dean, or you just want to have a laugh with friends and family, give skating a whirl on real ice under the giant bauble that is the At-Bristol Planetarium. UNTIL SAT 17 JAN SALISBURY AND THE GREAT WAR: FIGHTING ON THE HOME FRONT Salisbury and South Wiltshire Museum, The Kings House, 65 The Close, Salisbury SP1 2EN. 01722 332151. www.salisburymuseum. org.uk. Mon-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sun: 12noon-5pm. Standard admission applies • Marking the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War, this exhibition tells the stories of local people, places and events charting the immediate and lasting impact of the Great War on Salisbury and its surrounding communities. UNTIL WED 18 FEB HORSE TRAIL AROUND BATH Museum of East Asian Art, 12 Bennett St, Bath, BA1 2QJ. 01225 464640. www.meaa.org.uk. Book at least five days in advance • According to the Chinese Zodiac, this is the Year of the Horse. Join this trail to find horses in art in six different collections around Bath, including the Roman Baths, Victoria Art Gallery and the Museum of East Asian Art. UNTIL SAT 28 FEB GRUFFALO CELEBRATIONS Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS. 01666 880220. www.forestry.gov.uk/ westonbirt. 9am-4.45pm, £5 (adults)/£2 (child) - activity pack for Gruffalo Trail £2 • The self-led trail encourages children to search for animal tracks, create Gruffalo and animal footprints, pretend to grow tall like trees, build animal homes and find materials that animals can use to keep warm in winter. TUE 2-SUN 7 DEC CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL St. Thomas’s Church, St. Thomas’s

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Square, Beckets, Salisbury, SP1 1BA. 01722 322537. www.stthomassalisbury.co.uk. 10am-6pm, free • See St Thomas’s transformed as it’s decorated with a host of Christmas trees and nativity scenes. Live music provided by local choirs and refreshments available throughout the day.

ebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Choose your Christmas tree from the huge selection of British trees available, alongside a range of market stalls. There’s music from local bands, activities for children and regular appearances from Father Christmas. All proceeds to All Saints Church.

THU 4-SUN 21 DEC CHRISTMAS AT THE SPIEGELTENT Waterfront Square, The Harbourside, off Canon’s Way, Bristol, BS1 5LL. 0117 378 9663. www.christmasspiegeltent.co.uk. Various times and prices, check website for more info • The luxurious Spiegeltent returns to Bristol for the third year running. A whole range of events includes live music, a roller disco, Christmas markets and the Love Food Festival on Sun 7 Dec.

SAT 6-SAT 20 DEC. VICTORIAN GROTTO AND MEET FATHER CHRISTMAS Trowbridge Town Hall, Trowbridge, Wiltshire. 01225 774306. www. trowbridgetownhall.org. 10.30am1pm and 1.30pm-5pm. £5 (adv)/£6 (door) • Visit a magical Victorian grotto then meet Trowbridge Town Hall’s special Father Christmas. Price includes a traditional Christmas gift and a vintage style sepia photograph. There are Christmas craft activities in the Town Hall foyer while the grotto is open.

FRI 5 DEC CHIPPING SODBURY VICTORIAN DAY Chipping Sodbury High Street and surrounding areas. 1.30pm9.30pm. Free • Chipping Sodbury’s annual Victorian day with plenty to see and do for all ages. Attractions include school choirs, hog roast, charity stalls, fairground rides, mulled wine and mince pies, and an appearance from Santa from 3pm. SAT 6-SUN 7 DEC CHRISTMAS AT STEAM Steam: Museum of the Great Western Railway, Fire Fly Avenue, Swindon, SN2 2EY. 01793 466646. www.steam-museum. org.uk. Times TBA. Special admission prices apply • Live festive performances in Steam’s Great Western Hall, a luxury Christmas market, festive refreshments and a visit from Santa.

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SAT 6-SUN 7 DEC BURBAGE CHRISTMAS TREE SALE AND MARKET The Green, outside All Saints Church, Eastcourt, Burbage, SN8 3TX. 01672 811415. 9am-4.30pm (2pm on Sun), free • The locally famous Christmas tree sale cel-

SAT 6-SUN 7, SAT 13-SUN 14, SAT 20, SUN 21, MON 22 & TUE 23 CANAL TRIP TO FIND SANTA Wiltshire and Berkshire Canal Trust, The Landing Stage, Kingshill, Swindon, SN1 4NQ, 01793 827678, www.wbct.org.uk/ boat-trips/santa-trips, 10am, 11am, 1pm and 2.30pm £6-£9. Book in advance • The trust has received a letter from Santa to let them know that he’s in Swindon in December. Take a ride on the Dragonfly boat to find him. If you’re lucky he’ll climb aboard and deliver presents. Mulled wine, mince pies soft drinks and sweets are also available. SAT 6-SUN 7 DEC, SAT 13-SUN 14 & SAT 20-SUN 21 DEC. TEA WITH SANTA WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Slimbridge, Gloucester, GL2 7BT. 01453 891900. www.wwt. org.uk, 9.30am-5pm, £7.95 (adult)/£19.95 (child) • Visit Santa in his grotto, write and send a letter to the North Pole at the centre’s post office, decorate a yummy gingerbread man, toast marshmallows around the fire » CHRISTMAS 2014

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and enjoy Christmas storytelling. Price includes afternoon tea, visit to the grotto with gift and the full day of other experiences brought to life by Santa’s helpers and elves. Book in advance. SAT 6–SUN 7, SAT 13-SUN 14 & SAT 20-SUN 21 DEC CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK National Trust, Dyrham Park, Gloucestershire, SN14 8ER, 0117 937 2501, www.nationaltrust.org. uk/dyrham-park 10am-4pm, normal admission applies • Explore the great outdoors, wrap up warm and take part in the deer trail in the historic park to find Rudolph and his friends. Get hands on with crafts near the house and don’t miss Father Christmas, who’s at Old Lodge to wish you a Merry Christmas. SUN 7 DEC & SAT 13 DEC MADE IN BRISTOL GIFT FAIR Colston Hall, Colston Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR, 07957 608428, www.handmadeinbristol.co.uk, 10am–4pm, free • Features a handpicked collection of the best of Bristol design selected by Bryony Morgan, this fair is located over four floors and features more than 100 designers. With stalls offering jewellery, toys, ceramics, art and home accessories it’s an ideal place to find innovative, locallymade products that bring the personal touch to a Christmas gift. FRI 12 DEC UNDER 5s FRIDAY Salisbury Museum, The King’s House, 65 The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EN. 01722 332151. www. salisburymuseum.org.uk. 10am-11.30am. Free for under 5s, standard admission prices for adults and older children • Explore and create together with lively, themed activities. The theme for December is ‘Magical Christmas’. Suitable for ages 2-5. Baby play area provided. FRI 12-SUN 14 DEC GLOUCESTER QUAYS FESTIVE FAYRE Gloucester Quays Designer Outlet Shopping Centre, St Ann Way, Gloucester, GL1 5SF. 01452 338933. www.gloucesterquays. co.uk, free • Purchase unique Yuletide gifts and tasty treats for your Christmas Dinner from the array of stalls. Enjoy seasonal entertainment from bands, street performers and choirs, meet real-life reindeer and see the beautiful trees as you soak up the festive atmosphere around the historic Docks. SAT 13 DEC CHRISTMAS MAGIC Salisbury Museum, The Close, Salisbury, Wilts, SP1 2EN. 01722 332151. www.salisburymuseum.org.uk. 10am-5pm, £8 (adults)/£4 (child) • Enjoy festive family fun with Father Christmas and a family of real reindeer. Festive trails, storytelling and craft activities plus the chance to help make a giant paper chain. 14

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PLEASE CHECK BEFORE YOU TRAVEL . . . AND TELL THEM YOU SAW THE EVENT IN PRIMARY TIMES! SUN 14 DEC FAMILY CHRISTMAS CARVERY Bowood House, Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 9PQ. 01249 822228. www. bowood.org. 12.30pm-2pm. Adult £25/children £10 • Enjoy a Bowood traditional three course Christmas carvery with tea, coffee and mince pies in the Shelburne Restaurant. A great way to get together with family and friends and to start those festive celebrations. Santa visits with gifts for under 12s.

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SAT 13 DEC CLASSIC CHRISTMAS FILM SCREENINGS Colston Hall, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5AR. www.colstonhall. org, 0844 887 1500, 6pm, £13.44£26.88 inc. booking fee • A special screening of Peter and the Wolf and The Snowman with scores brought to life by The Welsh National Opera Orchestra, playing live. Sanjeev Bhaksar of ‘Goodness Gracious Me’ and ‘The Kumar’s at Number 42’ narrates both films.

SUN 14 DEC SANTAS ON THE RUN Various locations around the South West. www.chsw.org.uk. Run starts at 1pm. Entry £10 adults/£5 children/£25 family • A 2k fun run around Bristol’s Harbourside to raise money for South West Children’s Hospice. Full of festive fun, why not visit Santa’s grotto, meet the reindeer and enjoy some carol singing. Entry price includes Santa suit, medal and festive treats.

SAT 13 DEC WATER WORKS Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16-18 Queen Square, Bath, BA1 2HN. 01225 312084, www.brlsi.org, 1-4pm, £6 • Join Hajira from Bristol Water to find out all about the dirty and the clean, from sludge to sparkle. Plus, find out how to help children who have to walk miles to find water just to stay alive.

SUN 14 DEC CHRISTMAS WITH THE SALVATION ARMY Colston Hall, Colston St, Bristol BS1 5AR. 0844 887 1500. www. colstonhall.org.uk. 3pm. Tickets £6.45 incl. booking fee • Join the Salvation Army for its 40th annual Christmas spectacular. Special guests join The Salvation Army’s own band and choir to present an afternoon of carols, readings and festive music, alongside a depiction of the Christmas story. All proceeds go to The Salvation Army’s social work in the city.

SAT 13-SUN 14 DEC A PRINKNASH WINTER WONDERLAND The Bird and Deer Park, Prinknash, Cranham, Gloucester, GL4 8EX. 01452 812 727, enquiries@thebirdpark.com, www.thebirdpark. com, 3-6pm, £9.50 (adv) • With its own resident reindeer, Rudolf, Prancer and Comet, plus views of the park’s trees, lakes and birds lit “magically” for Christmas from its new visitor centre balcony, the park promises this will be a Winter Wonderland to remember. SAT 13 & SUN 14 DEC AN ARTFUL CHRISTMAS The Victoria Art Gallery, Bridge Street, Bath, BA2 4AT, 01225 477233, www.victoriagal.org.uk, 2pm-3.30pm, admission charges apply • Get arty this Christmas and use simple techniques to craft things to make your festive season special. SAT 13-SUN 14 DEC & SAT 20-SUN 21DEC CHRISTMAS MARKET Christmas at the Spiegeltent, Waterfront Square, Bristol Harbourside, BS1 5LL. 0117 3789 663, www.christmasspiegeltent. co.uk, free • Shop for hand-made, one off and vintage gifts, clothes, nik-naks, jewellery, furniture, edible treats and much more inside the magnificent tent. Hot food, drinks, teas and cakes are available and it’s free to get in.

SUN 14 DEC CHRISTMAS AT THE AMERICAN MUSEUM Claverton Manor, Claverton, Bath, BA2 7BD. 01225 460503, www. americanmuseum.org, 1-4pm, £9 (adult)/£5 (child) • A drop-in event for all ages celebrates the Christmas season. Meet Father Christmas, join in with the choir for Christmas carols and make your own bird with moving wings inspired by the museum’s folk art collection.

SUN 14 DEC A GEORGIAN CHRISTMAS 1 Royal York Crescent, Bath BA1 2LR. 01225 428126. www.no1royalyorkcrescent.org.uk. 10.30am5.30pm. Free with standard admission • Wonderful Christmas floral displays illustrate how the Georgians celebrated Christmas. Each room is beautifully dressed, ready for the festive season. SUN 14 DEC FELT FANCIES FOR THE TREE Bath Assembly Rooms, Bennett St, Bath, BA1 2QH, 01225 477789, www.museumofcostume.co.uk, 11am-3pm, Admission charges apply • Create felt tree decorations using thread, buttons, sequins and ribbon.

JANUARY SAT 10 JAN CRAZY CHEMISTRY Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16 Queen Square, Bath, BA1 2HN, 01225 312084, www. brlsi.org, 1pm-4pm, £6 • Make PVA slime and find out about chromatography by indulging in a bit of food colouring. Do a spot of molecule isomerism and, if you don’t know what any of that is, go and find out! Ages 8+. WED 14 JAN BRISTOL UNIVERSITY OPEN EVENING University of Bristol, Senate House, Tyndall Avenue, Bristol, BS8 1TH, 0117 928 9000, www. bristol.ac.uk/arts/foundation, 6pm-8pm • The Foundation Year in Arts and Humanities offers a route to a degree for local people

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who have not followed the traditional path through education. Foundation year students are of all ages, united by their obvious potential to achieve and flourish, they are guided through the arts and humanities, studying subjects as varied as the songs of Bob Dylan, public art and the abolition of slavery. SAT 24 JAN MORPH AND MODEL MAKING WORKSHOP Watershed, 1 Canon’s Road, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5TX, 0117 927 5100, www.watershed. co.uk, ages 6-11, 2.30pm, £2.50£3.50 • The iconic animated clay character Morph made his TV debut in 1977 and entertained an entire generation with his slapstick antics. Almost 40 years on, Morph and his mischievous pal Chas are back with 15 brand new adventures which premiered on Morph’s YouTube channel in 2014. Join the Watershed for this unique event which includes a screening of some classic Morph moments both old and new, followed by a model-making workshop where kids can learn how to make their very own Morph model with help from an expert model maker from the Aardman studios.

FEBRUARY THU 5 FEB BLOOMSBURY HARRY POTTER BOOK NIGHT www.harrypotterbooknight.com • Available free to download from the website, Bloomsbury offers hosts of the booknight everything they need to plan a magical and unforgettable evening from invitations and posters to dress up ideas. Register now for your kit and to receive key updates for the run up to the big night. FRI 13 FEB-SUN 23 FEB PERO’S BRIDGE FOG Pero’s Bridge, Narrow Quay/ Canon’s Wharf, Harbourside, Bristol, www.ibt15.co.uk, regularly throughout the day, free • To celebrate Bristol’s status as European Green Capital, arts group In Between Time has invited Japanese artist Fujiko Nakaya, who “conjures up” unusual weather, to shroud Pero’s Bridge behind a changing veil of fog. SAT 14 FEB BE A ZOOLOGIST Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16 Queen Square, Bath, BA1 2HN, 01225 312084, www. brlsi.org, 1pm-4pm, £6 • Use the tools of the trade to find out more about what a zoologist does and you could be a zoologist too. Ages 8+. SAT 14 FEB HAVE A HEART Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16 Queen Square, Bath, BA1 2HN, 01225 312084, www.brlsi.org, 1pm-4pm, £6 • As it’s Valentine’s Day this is a good PRIMARY TIMES

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opportunity to find out all about the heart and what it really does. Ages 8+. SAT 14 FEB AND SAT 28 FEB ARNOLFINI STRANGE WEATHER WORKSHOP 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol BS1 4QA, 0117 917 2300, www.arnolfini. org.uk, 1pm (Sat 14), 1.45pm (Sat 28), free • Create the sounds of a storm, become a weather forecaster, listen to tempestuous tales and build shelters to protect you from the elements. WED 25 AND SAT 28 FEB LACOCK ABBEY GARDENS – NGS WILTSHIRE Lacock, Chippenham, SN15 2LG, 01249 730459, www.nationaltrust. org.uk/lacock. 10.30am-4pm, £5.50 (adult)/£2.75 (child) • Woodland garden with carpets of aconites, snowdrops, crocuses and daffodils. Botanic garden with greenhouse, mediaeval cloisters and magnificent trees. THU 26 FEB THE BIGGEST BOOK SHOW ON EARTH Bath Pavilion, North Parade Rd, Bath, BA2 4EU, 01225 314676, www.worldbookday.com. 10am11.30am, £3(child)/teachers free • Children’s authors visit Bath as part of a nationwide tour celebrating World Book Day on Thu 5 Mar. Authors Martin Brown, Sophy Henn, Gill Lewis, Jeremy Strong and Jonathan Stroud give readings and meet their fans. As part of the initiative, some authors are selling their books at just £1.

MARCH SAT 14 MAR BRAINWAVE WITH DR SARAH Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16 Queen Square, Bath, BA1 2HN, 01225 312084, www. brlsi.org, 1pm-4pm, £6 • As part of brain awareness week, this workshop looks at how the brain works in four fun sessions. Students from the University of Bath Pharmacology and Pharmacy Departments will be helping Dr Sarah. Ages 8 +.

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SAT 14 MAR THE SCIENCE OF EXPLORATION WITH THE LATE CAPTAIN SPEKE Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16 Queen Square, Bath, BA1 2HN, 01225 312084, www.brlsi.org, 1pm-4pm, £6 • This workshop reveals the things explorers need to know if they are to be successful scientists. There is no point in exploring unless you can discover new things and accurately record all you find.

ONGOING EVENTS TELLING WILTSHIRE’S STORY Wiltshire Museum, 41 Long St, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 1NS. 01380 727369. www.wiltshiremuseum.org.uk. 10am-5pm/12 noon-4pm (Sun), adults £4.50/ concs £3.50/children (under 16) free • The museum’s new gallery tells the story of prehistoric Wiltshire and the people who lived there. The archaeology collection has been redisplayed to tell new stories and gold objects excavated from Bush Barrow near Stonehenge are displayed permanently for the first time. There are plenty of other activities on

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offer including children’s gallery trails, dressing up boxes and the chance to examine items under a microscope. HORSE TRAIL AROUND BATH Museum of East Asian Art, 12 Bennett Street, Bath, Somerset BA1 2QJ. 01225 464640, www. meaa.org.uk • According to the Chinese zodiac, it is the year of the horse until February 2015. To celebrate, the Museum of East Asian Art has organised a horse themed art trail around the city running through six museums; the Roman Baths; Victoria Art Gallery; Holburne; BRLSI; The American Museum and the Museum of East Asian Art. Book in advance. STOP, LOOK AND LISTEN TRAIL Steam Museum of the Great Western Railway, Fire Fly Avenue, Kemble Drive, Swindon, SN2 2TA. 01793 466637, www.steam-museum.org. uk, 10am-5pm daily, free with standard admission • Discover fun facts, intriguing objects and great stories as you travel through time to climb aboard famous locomotives, ‘drive’ a train simulator and be a signalman for the day. LIVE SCIENCE SHOWS At-Bristol, Anchor Road, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5DB, 0117 909 2000, www.at-bristol.org.uk, general admission applies • Get hands-on and take an At-Bristol look at classic cake ingredients: how stretchy can you make flour, and how foamy can you make eggs? PRIOR PARK LANDSCAPE GARDEN Ralph Allen Drive, Bath, BA2 5AH. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/priorpark, 01225 833422, cost of general admission • Some of the most picturesque views in Bath. Parents can enjoy the gorgeous surroundings while kids can get stuck into the NT’s ‘50 Things to do before you’re 11 3/4’ initiative.

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Modern Manners

By Anne Marie Scanlon

These days the idea of etiquette, or any sort of guide to good manners, seems as outdated as vinyl records. While niche manners have enjoyed a semi-renaissance with guides to ‘Jetiquette’ (how to behave on planes), Datiquette (how to behave on dates) and Celliquette (how to behave whilst on a mobile phone) the notion of plain old etiquette is never mentioned. Many parents spend a fortune on getting their children the ‘best’. We all want to give our kids the soundest start in life and to have as many options and choices as they can when they reach adulthood. Plenty of parents spend their weekends and afternoons ferrying offspring to football, ballet, music, drama, dance, Mandarin Chinese, and swimming. Then there’s the hours spent helping them do homework, making sure they eat their five a day (or trying to), taking them on educational days out and drilling into them the importance of brushing their teeth. Obviously all of these things are important but sometimes basic manners are forgotten about. A kid with no manners grows into a rude adult and no matter how many qualifications they get, the person who knows how to smile, make eye contact and shake hands will always have the upper hand in both the job market and life. As the old cliché says manners cost nothing. It is so very very easy to say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’. It doesn’t take up much

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time, use up any energy or empty your wallet and it makes life so much more pleasant for everybody. Like most mothers I am always delighted to hear people telling me that my seven year old son is good looking. (Every mother thinks her child/children are the most gorgeous ever born but we do like to have it confirmed by an independent adjudicator from time to time.) However much as I like hearing my child’s face praised I can’t really take any credit for his appearance. Yes, I know I contributed half of his DNA but genetics are so completely random that none of us really has any power over the way our offspring will look. However we do have power over how they behave both now and in the future. The thing I like hearing the most from random strangers is that my child has nice manners because I know that I am responsible for that. Like charity, manners begin at home. Apart from reminding children to use ‘please’ ‘thank you’ and ‘you’re welcome’ as often as possible, parents are doing both themselves, their children, their children’s teachers and society in general a big favour by teaching their children to acknowledge others by simply saying ‘hello’. You would be amazed at the number of children I encounter who are completely fazed by adults greeting them. And please don’t get me started on basic table

manners. There is good reason why we don’t talk with our mouth full or chew with our mouth open. It’s disgusting, that’s why. I once left a swanky drinks reception, at an Embassy no less, with small pieces of masticated sausage splattered in my hair because a grown man had obviously never been told not to speak with a mouth full of food. Drilling our children to say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ and ‘hello’ isn’t enough. As parents we are all great at instructing our children to behave in certain ways whilst cheerfully doing the opposite. We’re always at the small people in our homes about how important it is to always tell the truth whilst they see us blatantly lying to other people – the cheque is in the post, I didn’t get the message, you look fantastic in that dress. So when you are in the company of your children remember to hold open the door for other people and to thank those who open the door for you. Put your cell phone away at mealtimes (the only excuse for having a cell phone on the table during a meal is an expected birth or death). If you do have to take an urgent call, get up and move away from the table. We all know that no matter how much we preach to our children that they are more likely to do what we do and not what we say. And with that, let me just say, thank you for reading this article.

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Bath on Ice, Bath’s festive outdoor real ice rink, is back by popular demand with a brand new pizza chalet and Ice Lounge bar and cafe. Located in Royal Victoria Park in the centre of the city, the rink is beautifully lit up after dark and provides the ideal setting for a great festive activity. It is open from 10am until 9pm daily (except Christmas Day) until Sun 4 Jan. Sessions last for one-hour with skate hire included, while skate aids including bananas and penguins are available for children. Prices start from £7.25 per person. Bath on Ice also welcomes group bookings including school groups from only £5 per child, birthday and Christmas parties where catering can be provided. Group discounts are available. Children under the age of twelve must be accompanied by an adult. Ffi and to book W: www.bathonice.com

The Wiltshire Museum in Devizes has something for all ages, particularly if you are interested in the history of Wiltshire. Its displays include dozens of spectacular treasures, including gold, dating to the time of Stonehenge and worn by people who worshiped inside the stone circle. Five hundred thousand years of Wiltshire’s story are told in the Prehistoric Wiltshire galleries using high quality graphics and leading-edge reconstructions. More recent history is also included - from the Romans to the story of Devizes. The museum’s current special exhibition, which runs until midJanuary, features Devizes and the Great War. There is also lots for children to do including an Archie and Ollie gallery trail, an opportunity to build Stonehenge (not life size though!), dressing up boxes or the chance to examine items under a microscope. The museum offers a wide range of learning opportunities for children including workshops for schools, clubs and youth groups.

Visit your nearest Wyevale Garden Centre this Christmas to experience a friendly atmosphere, and to fill your baskets with a collection of seasonal gifts and plants, perfect for the whole family. While you’re there, relish in the magic of the season with a series of themed events, such as grottos with 3D festive films, elf workshops, and enchanting stories that will transport your child into a magical wonderland this Christmas (varies by centre). Plus, you can take the weight off your feet in the restaurant, which offers ethically sourced coffee, for a burst of energy for the remainder of your shopping trip. This winter, Wyevale Garden Centres around the country will be transformed into the ultimate festive destination. You’ll discover all you need to create that perfect ‘merry’ feeling, from exclusive Christmas trees and lights, to unique decorations. Choose from an exciting selection of replica trees and sparkling lights, including the latest LED technology

Ffi: W: www.wiltshiremuseum.org.uk.

Ffi: www.wyevalegardencentres.co.uk

A Wyevale experience

From Santa with love Children’s charity the NSPCC is teaming up with Santa to send children a personalised Letter from Santa, sent “direct from the North Pole”. The beautifully-illustrated letters include the child’s name, age, gender, and other details which only Santa could know. Christmas is an exciting time of year but for some children it can be difficult and lonely. By requesting a Letter from Santa for a suggested £5, the NSPCC can be there for vulnerable children, giving them someone to turn to when they need support. Every £5 raised could help ChildLine be there when a child seeks help either online or by phone. Every £12 raised helps ChildLine Schools Service volunteers talk to one primary school child about abuse, giving them the confidence to talk. And every £50 raised helps deliver two hours of telephone support to anyone with concerns about a child. Santa’s mailroom is open until Mon 15 Dec. Ffi: NSPCC Letter from Santa T: 0845 839 9304 W: www.nspcc.org.uk/santa

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Magic Jack

Rhythm is the answer

Jack Stephens is an entertainer of consummate skill. More than just a magician, Jack brings real variety to his live performances. When it comes to entertaining children, Jack supports his magic with his unique presentations of puppetry, balloon modelling, singing to his own guitar accompaniment, games and origami. Children are enthralled by this diverse combination of entertainment, and Jack’s performance has ensured great parties attended by the children of celebrities such as Bob Geldof, Stuart Pearce, Jools Holland, Jack Russell, Jeremy Guscott, Phil de Glanville, Barry Gibb, Annie Lennox, Midge Ure and many others. Jack is a member of the Magic Circle, The International Brotherhood of Magicians and Equity.

For over 20 years Kaya Rhythm & Arts has been delivering music, cultural and art workshops in schools. All of Kaya’s workshops can be adapted to suit any age and level of need, fit the curriculum and be flexible and appropriate for any group. It’s great for celebration, education, teambuilding or entertainment. The choice of workshops from Kaya’s ‘menu’ is fantastic: • Interactive Rhythm Workshops. • Culturally-specific Drumming, Song and Dance workshops: African; Native American; Samba • Storytelling and Musical Stories from Around the World • Art and Craft Workshops: Mosaics; Natural Art; Native American Crafts; Aboriginal; African; Drum Making; Junk Art; ‘Big Messy Art’; Murals and Mask Making. • After School Clubs. • Teambuilding and skill sharing for staff groups. All the workshops on offer can be used separately or combined in many ways.

Ffi: 42 Netherstreet, Bromham, Chippenham, Wiltshire SN15 2DW T: 01380 850453 E: magic@jackstephens.co.uk

Ffi: Kaya Drums T: Alex 07729 638144 or 01672 288815 E: kaya@kayadrums.com

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• Father Christmas can be found in a real underground Christmas Grotto at Clearwell Caves, Gloucestershire, this season, amid fantastic colourful displays. Forget Lapland, this event is spectacular and really popular with children and adults alike. The wonderful seasonal scenes tell the story of ‘The Perfect Christmas Tree’, where the Tuppence family search for their perfect tree and find ingenious ways to bring it home. Things do not go well, until their young daughter, Tilly Tuppence, has a bright idea. See Father Christmas, then walk through the amazing displays, which are like walking through a life-size pop up book. Half way through the caves, an underground Christmas Market sells gifts, decorations and stocking fillers and there’s an underground café for those in need of refreshment. On Sun 30 Nov and Sat 13 Dec, the Forest of Dean Brass Band plays seasonal music underground from 2-4pm. The Christmas Fantasy runs from Sat 29 Nov to Wed 24 Dec 2014. After Christmas, displays re-open Sat 27 Dec to Sun 4 Jan. Open 10am to 4 pm daily. Ample free car and coach parking. Entry is £9 for adults or children, including a quality gift for children aged between 2 and 14. There is a magical late evening every Friday until 8pm. Ffi: Clearwell Caves W: www.clearwellcaves.com

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At-Winter • This winter At-Bristol has lots of exciting events in store to entertain, excite and educate the whole family. So as to not limit all the fun to indoors, At-Bristol is once again home to the outdoor ice rink that hosts events including Frozen “skate-along” sessions, disco evenings and special ‘Little Boots’ morning sessions for under-8s and their grown-ups. Millennium Square also holds an amazing Christmas market with a mix of food, gifts, craft and all manner of lovely things. Step into the warmth of At-Bristol to find all of the amazing existing exhibits alongside many special winter-themed activities, such as ‘Winter in the Kitchen’ where you can learn about the science behind the sweet treats and savoury delights that we all enjoy over the festive season. In the ‘Greenhouse’ horticulturalists will be busting the myth that gardening is a ‘summer thing’ and proving that just because certain members of the animal kingdom go into hibernation, you don’t have to! If you fancy trying your hand at being a Christmas elf, visit ‘Santa’s Invention Workshop’ where you can make your loved ones some science-themed presents and stocking fillers. Between December and March, the giant silver dome that is the At-Bristol Planetarium screens a winter night sky show, which tells the terrific tale of the mighty Orion and noble bull Taurus, as well as looking at other cosmic curiosities. The Planetarium will also show the Little Stars show, a toddler-friendly interactive and intergalactic adventure. Additional costs apply for Planetarium shows: check timings and availability prior to visit. Ffi: At Bristol T: 0845 345 1235 W: www.at-bristol.org.uk

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‘Tis the season at Salisbury Arts Centre • If you’re looking for festive family treats, Salisbury Arts Centre has got you covered. Join resident theatre company Hoodwink for its annual family celebration Winter Wonderland (pictured) on Saturday 13 December at 6pm. Winter Wonderland sees the Arts Centre transformed with snow, dancing, games and more snow. The Queen of Light returns for this family winter celebration. Take a torch or wear a glow stick to brighten this magical event. Get along from 1pm–3pm for a free drop-in workshop with Hoodwink, helping them transform the Arts Centre into a magical wonderland. Squeezed in just before Christmas on Sunday 21 December at 11am & 2pm, Salisbury Arts Centre welcomes Krazy Kat Theatre with its witty re-working of a classic story, Cinder-Ella. Join Krazy Kat performer Kinny Gardner in imaginative silliness with inventive puppetry, an old pram and tunes from Rossini’s opera. But who will get to be the clock and what’s all this about nappies? Featuring fully integrated sign language, it’s a fun show and the perfect Christmas treat for the family. Tickets are £7.50, £6.50 concessions or £24 for a family of four. Become a family member today and save £1 off up to four tickets, café discounts and more. The Salisbury Arts Centre team send their season’s greetings! Ffi: Salisbury Arts Centre T: 01722 321744 W: www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk

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Christmas at Puzzlewood • Puzzlewood is a unique and magical forest in the Forest of Dean. You can explore a mile of meandering pathways, taking you through a spectacular wonderland of deep ravines, of moss covered rocks, over wooden bridges and through fantastic tree and rock formations, all set in 14 acres of ancient woodland. Inside this magical woodland, there is a special little house. And inside that little house, there is a very special person, Santa! He’ll be here, with his elves, during the weekends in December and the last few days just before Christmas, so you can tell him how good you’ve been this year and what you would like for Christmas. His elves will then write it down in his magical book to make sure he doesn’t forget! Santa’s naughty reindeers will be wandering through the woods and you can spot them as you go round. Open on the Sat 6-Sun 7 Dec, Sat 13-Sun 14 Dec and Sat 20-Wed 24 Dec from 10am to 3.30pm last entry. Adults and children aged 3+ are £6.50 and children aged 2 and under are free. All children receive a small gift from Santa. Also onsite are farm animals, a willow maze, indoor maze, playground, small cafe and gift shop. Ffi: Puzzlewood T: 01594 833187 W: www.puzzlewood.net

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Hello Kids!

Thank you so much for the lovely pictures you send me. Pressure of space means I can’t publish them all but please keep trying if you weren’t successful this time. It’s hard to see beyond Christmas at this time of year but the New Year and half term will come as sure as “eggs is eggs”. So next issue please send me your pictures of My favourite thing to do in the February holidays. Please send your pictures to: Arty Barty, BN&Media, Temple Way, Bristol, BS99 7HD, or email high resolution jpegs to my editor, mike.gartside@ venue.co.uk. Don’t forget to put your name, age, full home postal address and school on the back: deadline Monday 12 January.

Arty Barty I can sense the excitement in the air from the pictures you have sent me about ‘Getting ready for Christmas’. Well done to the winners, who receive a book from the editor’s cupboard. CofE Primary ka, 9, St John’s Alicia Derdzins hool, Cheltenham Sc ich still conveys drawn picture wh This is a preciselyitment. The radio in the bottom exc d energy an touch. corner is a lovely

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Gracie Hall, 7, Tredworth Junior School, Gloucester Bright lights on the tree sparkle with festive fun. Gracie has done well with this detailed, imaginative picture.

Chiara CarrSaunders, 11, St Mary’s RC Primary School, Chippenham What a confident picture Chiara has created. I’m guessing it’s a sel portrait, with a hinf of Japanese Mang t cartoon style. It a shows she enjoy s her drawing an could go a long d way with her art.

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Hannah Burden, 9, Bellefield Primary School, Trowbridge This warm, homely scene beautifully captures the fun a family can have in preparing for Christmas.

A nose for history Cassandra Regan reviews the new releases.

Jack, the young teenager at the heart of Cheltenham-based author J.M. Forster’s new novel, suffers a rare allergy which isolates him from the world. The only person who can help him with his life-threatening sensitivity to light is his father, who’s mysteriously missing following his parents’ separation. Jack resolves to find him, and sets off at dusk, encountering a girl of his own age, Beth, who also carries a burden that she isn’t yet ready to share. It’s a tale full of adventure and mystery, which takes this unlikely duo to a local library where they uncover disturbing facts about Jack’s father’s former employer and a curious scientific research programme. Forster tells the story with direct, accessible language, with some nice social observation (for example about the brevity of teenagers’ texts), while her action sequences are plausible and well written. While the plot will keep you guessing until the end it also tells a warm human tale of friendship between two young people, showing how just having a mate at your side makes things seem more bearable.

“Esteemed Sir, the matter seems perfectly clear. You are my nose.” One morning Major Kavalyov awakes to find his nose has been replaced by a smooth patch of skin. No, it’s not a surreal futuristic story about cosmetic surgery, but a retelling for children by Italian author Andrea Camilleri of Nikolai Gogol’s short story, ‘The Nose’. This series by Pushkin Children’s Books nobly reinvigorates a range of historical tales, presenting them appealingly for modern children. Here we discover the startling site of the Major’s nose going about town pretending to be a person, while the Major himself wrestles with the indignity of his facial loss. The illustrations are sumptuous and the prose is elegant, even if, with its references to snuff, it might be deemed politically incorrect in places. But Camilleri has stuck closely to Gogol’s fantastical style and it’s quirky details like that which bring history alive for children.

Shadow Jumper J.M. Forster, £6.99, Scribblepad Press, www.jm-forster.com

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Keep your little elves entertained this Christmas. With a specially prepared festive breakfast or tea. Christmas has arrived at your local Wyevale Garden Centre and so has Father Christmas! This year, he’s got a special treat for your little elves – a delicious, freshly prepared breakfast or tea featuring tasty treats! But that’s not all. They can even join in and welcome Father Christmas, choose a present with him and decorate their own gingerbread Christmas tree to take home. So make sure your little elves are booked in early for Breakfast and Tea at wyevalegardencentres.co.uk/events Find us at Blooms Swindon and nationwide.

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