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Second Floor, Richardson House, 21/24 New St, Worcester. WR1 2DP. Tel: 01905 723011 Fax: 01905 780103 Publishing Editor: Dawn Pardoe - 01905 727909 Design and Production: Paul Blyth Sales & PR Rachel Seabright - 01905 727900 rachel@pw-media.co.uk Primary Times is independently published and distributed free through Infant and Junior Schools throughout Hereford & Worcester. It is also available by subscription at £50 per year. Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. It is not our intention to publish any racist, sexist or politically based material whatsoever. We also undertake not to carry any advertising which we would consider to be offensive to young families or harmful to the best interests of young children. Primary Times would like to thank all the schools for their assistance in distributing the magazine and for their contributions to its contents. We would also like to thank all the advertisers who have supported this publication and therefore made it possible. Please support their endeavours when and where you can. The copyright on all written material, logos and advertising artwork produced by our studio remains with Primary Times or the relevant contributor. Primary Times is currently publishing over 1,900,000 copies per issue throughout the counties of: Avon, Beds & Luton, Berkshire, Black Country, Bucks & Milton Keynes, Cambridge, Cardiff and S E Wales, Cornwall, Derbyshire, Devon, Dorset, Edinburgh, Essex, Fife, Tayside and Central Scotland, Glasgow & Central Scotland, Gloucester, Hampshire, Hereford and Worcester, Hertfordshire, Ireland (Kildare, Meath, Wicklow, South Dublin, Cork & Waterford), Kent, Leicester, Lincolnshire, East, West, South & North London, Newcastle & North Tyneside, Norfolk, Northampton, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Staffordshire, Surrey, Sussex, Tees Valley, West Midlands, Wiltshire, South & West Yorkshire. For further details contact The Primary Times Team on 01905 723011
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VAMOS THEATRE GROUP
Young people that are serious about theatre can now join one of the brightest and boldest youth theatres around. Vamos Youth Theatre (VYT) is for young people (1321yrs) who love theatre and want to learn more for themselves or for a future career in the industry.
VYT is a challenging, exciting and creative place to learn new theatre skills, and members need to be committed and focussed. Guided by theatre professionals, the group meets weekly in term time, developing skills like voice work, improvisation, characterisation, physical theatre and the funny and fearless full mask for which Vamos Theatre is internationally renowned. There are plenty of opportunities to take part in performances and share new skills with family and friends.
We meet on Wednesdays between 5:30pm and 7:00pm in central Worcester. Cost is £60 per person and place are limited, so if you’d like to find out more, visit our website at www.vamostheatre.co.uk/Youth-Theatre or email vyt@vamostheatre.co.uk n
VYT is a place to discover and develop performance skills in a safe and supportive environment, where everyone is valued and treated with respect.
THE KING’S SCHOOL - A FOUNDATION FOR ALL
King’s Worcester is a thriving independent day school consisting of two junior schools and a senior school for both boys and girls from the ages of 2 to 18. The two Junior Schools, King’s St Alban’s set in the heart of Worcester and King’s Hawford, in a rural setting just north of the city, have their own individual atmospheres. They provide a secure start to a child’s education with small class sizes, excellent pastoral care and variety of sporting and extra- curricular activities. Children are welcome to join Junior Schools at any stage of their education, either from early years, right up to year 6. King’s St Alban’s is set in an idyllic location on the banks of the River Severn, adjacent to King’s Senior School and the magnificent Worcester Cathedral. It’s a vibrant, welcoming PrePreparatory and Junior School which, although steeped in history, combines up-to-date facilities with the latest state-of-the art technology. At King’s St Alban’s, every child’s individuality is embraced. An aspirational, nurturing environment is offered where everyone is encouraged to succeed. Children are taught to be confident in
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their own abilities, but also tolerant and respectful of others. KSA prides themselves on ensuring that each child develops a joy of learning and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge that allows them to approach their education with energy and enthusiasm, and their future with confidence. King’s Hawford (King’s other Junior School) caters for children aged 2 to 11 and is one of 35 schools to be awarded the LotC Mark (Gold) Certificate for learning outside the classroom. At King’s Hawford school life is not defined by regular hours. Education takes place before, during and after school to make sure that no opportunity to expand children’s minds is lost. Children have an insatiable appetite for learning new things, and engage in a diverse range of extra activities both at lunchtime and after school. Music, ballet, swimming, cookery, photography, Forest School, construction and outward-bound to name but a few. Both Kings St Albans and Kings Hawford feed into King’s Senior School. It has one of the finest settings of any city school in the country. Adjacent to the Cathedral, away from the sound and sight of traffic, it is yet two minutes’ walk from
the pedestrianised city centre and within easy walking distance of train and bus stations. Every pupil is challenged to achieve their potential, and King’s Worcester is consistently one of the leading schools in the region at both A Level and GCSE. Pupils enjoy the challenge of achieving their best because they are equipped with the learning skills, facilities, outstanding teaching and support and encouragement that they need to flourish. Pupils realise hard work and perseverance is key and there is a strong emphasis on independent study – which is an essential foundation for any future learning. Rated “excellent” in their recent Independent School Inspectorate Inspection for both academic and personal pupil development, The King’s School foundation offers more than a just a school. Pupils leave not only academically qualified but also having fulfilled their talents and equipped with a range of invaluable life skills and experiences. You can find out more about King’s on one of their open mornings. For more information visit www.ksw.org.uk/openevent n
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for families, couples and individuals available Tues – Sat 10am, 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3pm. Simply email admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk or tel 01531 633886 to book a session, turn up and choose from an exciting menu of pottery projects using real clay, inc potter’s wheel. No minimum order of participants required and projects start at just £5. Excellent & creative indoor activity.
Saturday 8th POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOPS
Friday 7th Sunday 9th LUDLOW FOOD FESTIVAL This year Ludlow Food Festival is 24 years old. Held from Friday 7th – Sunday 9 September at Ludlow Castle, Shropshire. Ludlow Food Festival is one of the town’s
Shows in the whole of the UK, its
dance and much more! There will be
popularity is second-to-none. At the
nearly 200 trade stands at the event,
100 acre Usk Showground near the
with many local producers, arts and
village of Gwernesney just outside
crafts, food, tools, toys, clothes,
Usk (Sat Nav: NP15 1DD), the Show
tractors to name just a few! The
comprises 11 different Sections each
show will combine the traditional
holding their own competitions on
feel of an agricultural show, including
the day. Usk Farmers Club Members
horse, cattle and sheep classes,
bring their Cattle, Sheep and Pigs
with an action-packed programme
to compete in the Agricultural
of entertainment. In the main ring,
Livestock Section. There is a thriving
excitement will be provided by the
Horse Show and Show Jumping
country’s top Freestyle Motorcross
Competitions, as well as Goats,
Team – Broke FMX with their heart
Poultry, Rabbits, Horticulture,
stopping stunts. In addition, we will
Homecrafts, a Companion Dog Show,
have the grand parade of livestock,
Steam Corner and Vintage Tractors.
sheep dog displays, trotting races
Over 300 traders join us each year
and vintage vehicles. There will be
outdoors and in our Food Hall, Craft
plenty of opportunity to eat and
Marquee or Shopping Mall. And
drink during the day at the wide
you can come and enjoy it all! Starts
variety of catering stands and the
at 9am Gate Prices: Adult:£12,
licenced public bar. Tickets Adults:
Junior:£4, Children under 12 free.
£12.50, 10-17 years old: £5, Under
Guides Dogs welcome, dogs on
10’s FREE. www.kingtonshow.co.uk
shorts leads only. www.uskshow.co.uk
HEREFORDSHIRE LIGHT INFANTRY MUSEUM OPEN DAY Harold Street, Suvia Barracks,
Saturday 8th Sunday 16th
Expert Militaria Identification,
H.ART – HEREFORDSHIRE ART WEEK
Historic Military Vehicles, Chipp’s
101 Venues across the County, 297
Gallantry Medals, Tea, Coffee, Cake,
artists exhibiting. Herefordshire Art
Military Displays, Family History
Week is a nine day art trail open to
Research. The museum holds
all. Artists, craft-makers and creative
artefacts and a research archive
businesses open their private
relating to the Herefordshire Rifle
studios. Galleries put on special
more details.
Volunteer Corps. The Herefordshire
events, whilst groups get together
Regiment (World War One and Two)
to put on one-off exhibitions, in a
EVESHAM CYCLEFEST
and The Herefordshire Light Infantry.
wonderful mix of interesting venues
A celebration of all things cycling
Open Day - Free Entry.
across Herefordshire. Since 2002 this
in the Vale of Evesham -sportives
herefordshirelightinfantrymueum.com.
county wide art trail has taken place
Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RD. Spend the day or weekend relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £130 day £240 w/e. Includes materials, refreshments and lunch. Please tel 01531 633886 or email admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk for
SEPTEMBER
tent, young farmers, an after show
leisure and chldren’s rides, MTB
Hereford, HR1 ZQX 10am - 3pm.
every year in the second week of September. h.Art has become part of
Sunday on Crown Meadow.
BROADWAY HORTICULTURE AND CRAFT SHOW
Registration will be on the day – 9
Broadway Village. 1pm - 6pm.
with a huge variety of art and art
am for children and from 12.30 pm
Beautiful display of flowers, fruits,
forms on show in Open Studios,
for adults. Prices: £3 for U6’s and
vegetables, arts and crafts and
Group Exhibitions and Gallery Events. With the vast majority offering FREE admission to visitors, h.Art promises
racing. Saturday at The Valley.
U8’s, £5 for U12’s, U16’s and 16-18’s,
homemade produce. Free.
biggest events of the year, regularly
£10 for Adult Novice £15 for Adult
Contact: 01386 858680
attracting around 15,000 people
Challenge Cup.
to the grounds of Ludlow Castle
www.cycleeveshamvale.org
across three days. The UK’s first
Herefordshire’s rich cultural calendar,
a fun day out in one of England’s
USK SHOW 2018
most beautiful counties.
Usk Showground, Llandenny,
www.h-art.org.uk
food festival, Ludlow Food Festival
KINGTON SHOW
Monmouthshire NP15 1DD. On the
was established back in 1995 and
Kington Show offers a traditional
second Saturday in September, every
continues to push the agenda
show with horses, cattle, sheep and
year since 1844, Usk Farmers’ Club
H.ART AT RALPH COURT GARDENS
on food issues, attract the top
Poultry classes culminating with a
have held the Usk Show to celebrate
Ralph Court Gardens, Edwyn Ralph,
names from the culinary world and
grand parade of livestock.There is
the very best of Monmouthshire
Herefordshire, HR7 4LU. 10:00am -
celebrate local producers from the
something for everyone including a
farming and rural life. Now one of
5:00pm. We a pleased to announce
Marches area. Times Friday 10am-
motorbike stunt team, horticultural
the biggest One-Day Agricultural
we will be taking part in h.Art again
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Unlock your child’s potential with Stagecoach Performing Arts Singing, dancing and acting classes for 4 - 18 year olds, where students learn to embrace life with creativity and courage
CWMBRAN & MONMOUTH 01633 662283 cwmbran@stagecoach.co.uk KIDDERMINSTER 01562 66194 kidderminster@stagecoach.co.uk LEDBURY & MALVERN 01684 439452 malvern@stagecoach.co.uk
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R this year and having a number of local artists exhibiting with us working in water colours, enamelling, up cycled lamps, oils, acrylics, jewellery, ceramics, garden face plaques, and wood turning. Charges apply to visit the gardens please see web site. ww.ralphcourtgardens.co.uk
Sunday 9th ROCK PATHFINDERS FREE GUIDED WALK Meet at Bridge Street Car Park, Pembridge, Herefordshire. 10:30am - 1:30pm. A free guided walk along the footpaths and bridleways of the beautiful Herefordshire countryside. Call 01299 400304 for more details.
Saturday 15th
lifesaving work undertaken on a
especially created for little ‘peeps’
THE ELGAR SOCIETY WEST MIDLANDS PRESENT TROYTE BY DR JIM BERROW
daily basis. Youngsters attending
and their families. Price: £7.50
the event can enjoy the helipod,
www.worcesterlive.co.uk
bouncy castle, craft stalls and simulator will be a huge hit with
POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOPS
donations welcome.
all the family. There will also be
Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Eastnor,
refreshments on sale throughout
Ledbury HR8 1RD. Spend the day
APPLE PRESSING WITH TRANSITION WORCESTER & CHILDREN’S AUTUMN CRAFTS
the day, along with Midlands Air
or weekend relaxing and creating
Ambulance Charity souvenirs and
pots on the potter’s wheel. £130
clothing. Representatives from
day £240 w/e. Includes materials,
other emergency services will also
refreshments and lunch. Please tel
be making an appearance. For
01531 633886 or email
more information about Midlands
admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk for
Air Ambulance Charity visit
more details.
3:30pm - 6:30pm. All Saint’s Church, Malvern Wells. Admission is free,
The Estate Office, Spetchley, WR5 1RS. 11:00am - 4:00pm. Bring along your apples and a container and leave with delicious freshly pressed apple juice. This free event is run by Transition Worcester and will be held in our Car Park. Children’s autumn crafts will also be held in the Learning Centre. Normal
the new air ambulance flying
midlandsairambulance.com
Tuesday 18th September – Tuesday 23rd October
Thursday 27th DRACULA - WELCOME TO D’S Chantry Dance Company brings you a mesmerising new ballet for
admission applies.
TREASURES AND TALES
2018. A re-imagining of the classic
www.spetchleygardens.co.uk
Hereford Museum and Art Gallery.
vampire fantasy, and inspired by
This exhibition runs from 18
Bram Stoker’s novel, Chantry’s
September - 23 October at the
unique version of Dracula will leave
Sunday 16th
Hereford Museum and Art Gallery.
you spell-bound and captivated by
LOWER HOPE NGS OPEN GARDENS
Entry £1. Tuesday morning: 10.30am
this timeless love story, set against
- 11.30am.
a Victorian steampunk backdrop. @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm Special
Lower Hope, Ullingswick, Hereford. 2pm - 5pm. Outstanding 5 acre garden with wonderful seasonal
Saturday 22nd
schools booking price: £8 per pupil, accompanying teachers free (max 1 teacher per 10 pupils) – please
white garden, Mediterranean,
WESTFIELD WALK SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOL SUMMER FETE
Italian and Japanese gardens.
Westfield Walk Leominster. 12-2pm.
www.chantrydancecompany.org
Natural streams, man-made
Lots of fun for all the family there
waterfalls, bog gardens. Woodland
will be stalls, delicious refreshments,
with azaleas and rhododendrons
a bouncy castle, grand raffle and lots,
Saturday 29th
with lime avenue to lake with wild
lots more. Free.
BEWDLEY FESTIVAL LITERARY DAY
THE BIG EDUCATION CONVERSATION, HEREFORDSHIRE
St George’s Hall, Bewdley 11am -
Broadlands Primary School, HR1 1HY.
to enthrall all book fans. 11.00 am
STRENSHAM OPEN DAY
1:00pm - 4:30. At this event you can
Popular local writer and historian
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity,
explore the central questions: How
HEATHER FLACK will be speaking
Northbound Service Area,
could we educate our young people
about “Completing the trilogy” 2.00
Water Park (a children’s play ’n’ learn
Strensham, M5, WR8. 10:00am -
for life in the 21st century? What
pm Tea and Cakes with best selling
zone) in which there are nine life
4:00pm. Midlands Air Ambulance
can we do locally to improve the
author GILL PAUL: Writing, Royals
size devices for pumping, moving
Charity is hosting its annual Open
educational offer for young people?
and Romance. 8.00pm STUART
and filtering water. Inside the
Day at Strensham airbase. The free
Cost: £10
MACONIE, the radio and television
Visitor Centre there is a play area for
family fun day, which takes place
younger children. Light refreshments
at the Northbound Strensham
and small souvenirs can be
WATERWORKS MUSEUM HERITAGE OPEN DAY It’s that time of year when the Waterworks Museum Heritage Open Day allows families to visit for FREE. On Sunday 9th September the Museum will be open in-steam with all engines working and the children’s Heritage Water Park open between 12pm – 4pm. There are trails for the children and interactive devices across the Museum which visitors are encouraged to touch and use. This includes the Heritage
variations. Impeccable lawns with herbaceous borders, rose gardens,
flowers and bulbs. Admission is £6 for adults and £1 for children. Refreshments available. Assistance dogs only.
contact the Box Office directly on 01905 611427 for school bookings.
2pm. Three top class authors and speakers bring their special talents
presenter, writer, journalist, and critic talks about his book “Long Road
Services on the M5 from 10am
SEA LEGS PUPPET THEATRE PRESENTS LITTLE BO PEEP
purchased in the cafe and visitor
to 4pm, is a yearly hit attracting
Henry Sandon Hall, The Royal
book go to www.bewdleyfestival.org.
centre and picnics are permitted in
locals in the Worcestershire area
Porcelain Works, Severn Street, WR1
uk/festival-2018/literary-weekend
the picturesque grounds. Dogs will
and supporters of the charity, who
2NE. 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Telling the
be permitted in the museum grounds
have the opportunity to explore
classic tale of Little Bo Peep and
AUTUMN FORAGING COURSE
providing they are on a leash and do
some of the charity’s fleet, see
her sheep, featuring magnificent
The Weir Garden,, Swainshill,
not disturb other visitors.
visiting helicopters, talk to aircrew
puppets, fantastic scenery and lots
Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 7QF.
waterworksmuseum.org.uk
and watch demonstrations of the
of music and singing, this show is
12pm - 3:30pm. This course is a
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SATURDAY OCTOBER 6th
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Display of over 250 Apple Varieties Apple Identification, Juicing, Leominster Morris, Bandemonium, Alpacas, School Choirs, WW100 Bell Tent, Juggler, Food & Drink, Trade & Craft stands - and much more for all the family!
Admission ÂŁ3 (under 16s free) No concessions
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R simple foraging walk where we will identify a number of edible and poisonous wild mushrooms, fruits
World of Animals. With dog agility,
the museum grounds providing they
when you register, or £8 extra if
floral displays and familiar faces,
are on a leash. Future Waterworks
you get it as an add on at the race.
from Carol Klein to Mark Diacono,
Museum Family Day events will be
Distances are approximate and we
there is something for everyone.
held regularly throughout the year,
reseve the right to add on a few
Drawing around 65,000 visitors
please check the website for details.
metres to find some extra good
over two days, foodies, farmers and
www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk
muddy bits.
families can immerse themselves in Tickets are on sale now ranging from £6 for a child age 5-16 and £17 for an adult. Tickets brought in advance are lower priced than on the day. www.threecounties.co.uk
and plants. The Weir Garden is a beautiful National Trust property boasting a lovely riverside garden, mature trees and even some ancient Roman ruins. Being just outside Hereford this stunning venue is easy to reach from Weobley, Leominster, Hay-on-Wye, Bromyard, Kington and even Presteigne. We will meet at 12pm and the course starts with a 20 minute introduction on how to forage safely and sustainably, and a brief of the general countryside codes where they relate to foragers. Then we’ll set off for a roughly 2.5 hour walk around the area identifying the different edible and poisonous plants, fruits and mushrooms that we come across. We then discuss and taste our finds over a light lunch. Ideal for both the total novice and the intermediate forager looking to improve their knowledge, it is also an unusual and fun family outing! For more details or to book;
www.relishrunningraces.com
a plethora of autumnal activities.
Sunday 30th
OCTOBER Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOPS
Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th SHARE THE TRADITION OF APPLE GROWING AND CIDERMAKING Celebrate English apples and cider
Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Eastnor,
in the 30th year of the Big Apple
CHARITY KITE DAY
Ledbury HR8 1RD. Spend the day
Harvestime Weekend – a real
Jinney Ring Craft Centre, Hanbury
or weekend relaxing and creating
opportunity to enjoy the autumn
Road, Hanbury, Bromsgrove,
pots on the potter’s wheel. £130
countryside in this corner of
Worcestershire, Worcester,
day £240 w/e. Includes materials,
Herefordshire in and around Much
Worcestershire, B60 4BU. 10:00am
refreshments and lunch. Please tel
Marcle. A collection of small rural
– 5:00pm. Charity Kite Day for
01531 633886 or email
events where you can enjoy local
The Basement Project. Kite flying
admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk for
orchards, famous for their cider fruit
demonstrations by Midlands Kite
more details.
and excellent eating apples. In this
Fliers. High Quality performance kites for sale. Build your own kite
unique event, farms and orchards will open their cider mills and barns
to fly (£2.00 activity cost) Fly your
Sunday 7th
kite (CAA registered event, max 500
EASTNOR CASTLE MUD BATH
in all, each one of them different
feet) Want to learn? Families, first-
Eastnor Castle. If you’re looking for
but all with one thing in common –
timers and enthusiasts welcome!
a real mud fest then Eastnor Castle
apples! Your programme is entirely
Admission: £2.00 (under 12’s £1.00,
Mud bath race is the race for you!
flexible – you can choose where and
under 3’s free). Profits go to The
The registration fee is £27 for the
when to go for an afternoon, a day
Basement Project (registered charity
10km, with a minimum age of 14.
or a full weekend. You can simply go
No 1106209) (We depend on on-site
£30 on the day. The registration fee
for a walk or to buy some apples. But
food sales to allow us to run events
is £20 for the 6km and there are two
you can also visit several different
to support local charities, so no
categories. Unaccompanied (min
venues and events. Of course you
picnics, please) www.jinneyring.co.uk
age 12) and Adult Accompanied
can use your car to get around. But
(min age 10). £25 on the day. The
many of the venues are in walking
for you to visit. Nine special venues
visit our website, email us, or give us
WATERWORKS MUSEUM FAMILY FUN DAY OUT
registration feee is £12 for the 2.5km
distance of each other, and cycling
Mini Mud Bath. Runners aged 6
is also a great way to get about.
a call: Price: £45 per adult, £22.50
Families are invited to the
and under must be accompanied
Distances are indicated on the map.
under 16’s, under 12’s free. There
Waterworks Museum Family Fun
by a responsible adult (no charge).
A tractor and trailer service will be
are limited places available so please
Day Out on September 30th where
Min age 3. On the Day Registrations
running running all weekend carrying
book your place on-line in advance.
the museum will be open between
are £30 for the 10km, £25 for the
visitors between six of the venues.
www.wildfooduk.com
12 – 4 pm with activities for the
6km and £14 for the 2.5km Mini
The service is free but donations will
whole family. There are trails for
Mud Bath. There is no charge for
be welcome. www.bigapple.org.uk
the children and interactive devices
the accompanying adult, unless
across the Museum which visitors
they wish to claim a finishers
are encouraged to touch and use.
medal at which point we ask they
This includes the Heritage Water Park
register as well. Maximum ratio of
Malvern Showground. Returns this
(a children’s play ’n’ learn zone) in
2 children to 1 adult. Muddy and
Saturday 20th POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOPS
September, and offers fun for all the
which there are nine life size devices
water sections are deep in places.
Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Eastnor,
family. Expert gardeners battle it out
for pumping, moving and filtering
We suggest adults test the water
Ledbury HR8 1RD. Spend the day
to see who can grow the heaviest
water. Inside the Visitor Centre there
for depth before children enter the
or weekend relaxing and creating
or longest veg and be crowned
is a play area for younger children.
water, there will be dry alternative
pots on the potter’s wheel. £130
the ultimate vegetable growing
Light refreshments and small
routes. Children must cross the line
day £240 w/e. Includes materials,
champion. Last year saw four world
souvenirs can be purchased in the
with accompanied adult when this
refreshments and lunch. Please tel
records beaten! Youngsters can
cafe and visitor centre and picnics
is their category or no result will be
01531 633886 or email
explore the vintage village and the
are permitted in the picturesque
recorded. The post race hog roast
admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk for
Old Tyme Fairground, or visit the
grounds. Dogs will be permitted in
and beer is just £5 extra per person
more details.
Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th MALVERN AUTUMN SHOW
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SCHOOL OPEN EVENTS
Tudor Grange Academy
Worcester
THE RGS
JOURNEY The RGS Journey offers an outstanding education for boys and girls aged from 2 to 18. Whether a child begins their journey at RGS The Grange, RGS Springfield or RGS Worcester, they will receive the very best preparation for life.
OPEN EVENING
Thursday 27th September 2018 6pm - 8.30pm
OPEN MORNINGS
Monday 1st & Tuesday 2nd October 2018 9am – 11am
Applications are made via Worcester County Council and all TGAW applicants need to submit a Fair Banding form and sit a Fair Banding test. The form will be available at local primaries from September 2018 and on our webiste
www.worcs.tgacademy.org.uk
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RGS The Grange is a Prep School full of opportunities. Set in 50 acres, the School combines superb facilities with a caring and supportive education designed to build confidence for each child. RGS Springfield is the small school with a big heart. Tucked away in beautiful Britannia Square, the School provides a nurturing, supportive environment.
RGS Worcester Senior School begins in Year Seven and pupils join from the Prep Schools and over 40 primary schools, taking advantage of excellent transport links. With very strong GCSE and A Level results and a reputation for pastoral care and incredible co-curricular opportunities Please do come and visit us at our Open Mornings or at a time convenient to you. We guarantee you a warm welcome. “RGS Worcester does what it does with a vision and panache that not many can match”. The Good Schools Guide
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Trinity Primary School
Believe and Achieve Trinity is a vibrant and exciting learning environment. Our children are excited by their learning experiences and are kind to others. Our site boasts fantastic outdoor grounds for sporting and Forest School experiences as well as our own swimming pool. Our recent Ofsted Inspection (June 2018) describes the school as “… a harmonious and ambitious community.” If you would like to visit us and find out for yourself, please phone the school office on 01432 266268 to make an appointment. Mrs K Weston, Headteacher
Trinity Primary School
Barricombe Drive, Moor Farm,Hereford, HR4 0NU Tel: 01432 266268 • Email: admin@trinity.hereford.sch.uk
Please visit our school website on www.trinity.hereford.sch.uk
RGS Springfield Saturday 29 September RGS Worcester Saturday 6 October RGS The Grange Saturday 13 October RGS Worcester Sixth Form Saturday 17 November All 9.00am – 12.30pm
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APPLICATIONS FROM ASPIRING ASTRONAUTS WELCOME!
OR FUTURE PRIME MINISTERS, ARCHITECTS, PHYSICISTS...
WHAT MAKES DODDERHILL INDEPENDENT GIRLS SCHOOL DIFFERENT? From the very beginning, our smallest girls in Reception are encouraged to aim high and to have no limits to their aspirations. The newly refurbished Pre Prep department (Reception to Year 4) has large, bright rooms leading directly on to an outdoor learning and play area. Every week girls go to our onsite Forest School where they climb trees, build shelters and learn how to start campfires. Girls can explore, ask questions and develop a love of learning, both in and out of the classroom. Girls are taught French from Reception onwards and Spanish begins in Year 5. All the girls have access to our purpose built sport and music facilities and our curriculum adapts to meet the needs of the different age groups. The youngest girls are nurtured in small classes, in a school where traditional values and manners co-exist with the best of modern technology. Here at Dodderhill we celebrate the uniqueness of every individual girl and nurture her talents whatever they may be. Our excellent GCSE results are achieved by giving the girls confidence in their own ability from the earliest age. When you join Dodderhill, you become part of our family and a member of a school where everyone will know your name. Girls enjoy
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coming to school each day and leave at 16 with firm, life-long friends. If you are looking for a school that promotes a ‘can do’ attitude and encourages girls to grow in confidence and resilience, please book a visit to experience the Dodderhill
difference! We have open events on Friday 28th September 2 - 5pm, or Saturday 29th September 10am - 12noon. You will find a school like no other in the area and experience a community where a love of learning is part of our culture. n
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FAIRFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Peterchurch, Hereford HR2 0SG Tel: 01981 550231 Email: admin@fairfield.hereford.sch.uk Website: www.fairfield.hereford.sch.uk
An “Outstanding” school set in the Golden Valley, consistently one of the best performing non-selective state schools in England
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Tuesday 25th & Wednesday 26th September Thursday 4th & Friday 5th October 2018 Prospective parents/carers are invited to visit the school whilst it is in session to experience our unique atmosphere and wide range of opportunities. Tours of the school will take place each day at 9.15am, 11.15am and 2.00pm.
Please contact the school to reserve a place on the tour of your choice.
“Students receive an outstanding education at Fairfield High School. This includes their personal development as well as their academic achievement” Ofsted
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MEET OUR TRAINEE TEACHERS – JESSICA Why did you choose South Bromsgrove? I went to their open evening in September and immediately fell in love with the school. Their passion for teaching and learning and creating the perfect climate for success was obvious and when I saw their banner for their school direct programme, there was no turning back. Describe a typical day Every day is different in teaching. My ‘normal’ day would begin by making sure I have all my resources ready. I greet my form for registration, then they are off to their first lesson. Although I teach the same subject every lesson, the pupils, the texts and the discussions are consistently changing; each one different from the last. What led you to choose teaching as a career? I was inspired by the commitment, dedication and passion that my teachers exhibited throughout my education. When I recognised my passion for English, I knew I wanted to go into a career where I could make a difference. I wanted to be that teacher that pupils remember in years to come for bringing a subject to life and for believing in them.
What advice would you give to anyone considering a career in teaching? Be careful with what you read in the media! Teaching is a personal experience and when you are teaching in a school that is supporting, nurturing and has the interests of both staff and pupils at the heart of everything they do, it really is one of the most rewarding careers.
10am–12.30pm, 27th September 2018
Interested? email tr@southbromsgrove.worcs.sch.uk to register
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St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School and Pre-School Worcester
‘Following Jesus in all we do’
OPEN MORNINGS
Monday 22nd & Wednesday 24th October 2018 9:00am – 12:00pm We offer a Catholic Education for Pre-school to 11 year olds and seek to build an environment in which Christian values guide all children, giving a secure foundation to their future lives.
Chedworth Drive, Warndon, Worcester WR4 9PG
Tel: 01905 452772 office@st-josephs-pri.worcs.sch.uk
www.stjosephsworcester.co.uk
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QUEEN ELIZABETH HIGH SCHOOL
SUPPORT. BELIEVE. ACHIEVE. Living in a very rural area, we are used to the beauty of the countryside and the urban sprawl that can be a feature of our larger towns and cities. One of the most obvious pointers to this is the vast number of small rural primary schools that many children attend and have grown up within as part of a nurturing environment from early years through to the completion of their SAT’s. Joining a secondary school is very exciting for children, it is a rite of passage that they look forward to and are ready for. As parents and carers it is important to strike that balance between your views and the views of your child when deciding where that will be. Without doubt, those that involve their children fully in the choice see the benefit of having done so. Above all else, the consideration at the forefront of your minds will be “Will my child be happy at this school?”
At Queen Elizabeth High School in Bromyard we pride ourselves on our Unique Selling Point as a small secondary school by national standards with just 320 students. This means we know our students well, and have relationships with their families that support and encourage their development, both academically and socially. Perhaps then it is no surprise that when grading the school ‘Good’ in October 2017, a Senior Inspector said “The school’s culture of pastoral care and safeguarding is exemplary”. In many respects our small size makes the transition to secondary school life a lot easier for our students who quickly settle and form friendships that last. Our children and our parents and carers are our greatest advocates. ParentView shows that of those parents surveyed in the last year, 98% would recommend the school to other
parents with 100% of students being happy. We believe our size enables us to focus in on the needs of our students much more effectively and this is why we encourage you to visit and see for yourself if the environment we have here at Queen Elizabeth High School is one where your child would be happy. We offer transport assistance from a wide range of areas, so why not join us at one of our open events to discover the hidden gem that is Queen Elizabeth High School. Queen Elizabeth High School Bromyard, where every student is supported so that they believe and achieve. n
Mr M Farmer Headteacher
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MALVERN ST JAMES
GIRLS’ SCHOOL Malvern St James is a leading independent school in Great Malvern, Worcestershire, for girls aged 4-18. What helps to make us distinct and refreshing, is our recognition and active support for the individual talents, interests and passions of girls, and the liberating and inclusive ethos the school embraces. MSJ doesn’t produce a ‘type’ of girl. We achieve excellent academic results but we are not an exam factory. Our ethos is one of inclusion and respect. Girls can pursue their passions and interests in the field of their choice – all routes are equal. It may be horse riding, engineering, politics, the environment or climbing. We recognise the importance of allowing each individual to grow and flourish. We find ways to support girls to achieve their passions. We nurture a freedom of spirit, respect for others and support of every member of our school
community. Our staff are innovative and passionate about their work and constantly evolve new ways to inspire learning and exploration of their subjects, often beyond the curriculum. We actively encourage debate and open discussion. We explore the world around us, at home and across the globe. We believe in maintaining truth and transparency as a school community.
MSJ is a refreshing and inspiring school for girls. A school that helps girls to truly develop their thinking skills, to explore who they are and to develop the courage and self-belief to go out into the world and be true to who they are. If you would like to arrange a tour of Malvern St James, please contact Admissions on 01684 892288 or by email admissions@ malvernstjames.co.uk. n
OMBERSLEY ENDOWED FIRST & PRE-SCHOOL Our new year starts on
Wednesday 5th September 2018 7.45am - 5.30pm
Breakfast Club 7.45-8.45am
Woodpeckers Afterschool Care 3.00-5.30pm
We have places in our Nursery for 15 & 30 funded hours for 3 - 4 year olds. Children can start nursery at 2 years 9 months. Please visit our website:
www.ombersley.worcs.sch.uk Find us on Facebook
Telephone 01905 620384 for further information or to book a visit to look around our school. All school tours are with either the Headteacher, Deputy Head or the School Bursar.
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HANLEY CASTLE HIGH SCHOOL Hanley Castle High School is one of the most successful schools in Great Britain. Founded in 1326, the school has a long history of academic excellence. 2018 has been another successful year with the school, its staff and students winning a number of awards, including “Secondary School of the Year” at the Worcestershire Education Awards, 2018.
GCSE results show that Hanley Castle students are exceptionally high achievers. Around 30% of all GCSE grades are awarded at either A or A* grade. The percentage of students achieving the prestigious English Baccalaureate is around 40% - almost twice the national average. A-level results are extremely strong, particularly in academic subjects such as mathematics, physics and chemistry. Of course exam results are important, but there are other areas of a school’s performance which matter just as much. The success of the school
means that it is able to continue to offer a broad range of subjects – both to younger pupils and to the growing number of sixth form students from across Worcestershire who choose Hanley Castle for their post-16 studies. As well as an academic core including English, Mathematics, History and the Sciences, the school offers a rich wider curriculum which challenges and supports the talents of individual students in music, drama and sport.
The school’s well-rounded, highachieving students are much sought after by top universities, and the school sends large numbers of students to Oxford, Cambridge and Russell Group universities. However, the success of Hanley Castle students in gaining places is matched by their high performance once their studies have commenced. A large number of our students graduate with First Class Honours degrees from universities including Oxford, Durham and Nottingham.
Hanley Castle High School is one of the oldest schools in England, with a unique blend of traditional values and cuttingedge teaching and facilities. In September 2016 we opened our magnificent new Sixth Form Centre which complements brand new Science laboratories, an upgraded IT infrastructure and a magnificent sports hall. Hanley Castle was visited by Ofsted in June 2017. The inspection letter highlighted a number of key strengths including:
• the excellent progress made by students resulting in academic success in a wide variety of subject areas; • the excellent behaviour and attitude of our students; • the wealth of enrichment activities offered by the school; • the quality of our sixth form and the success of our students in progressing to top universities. n
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WEOBLEY HIGH SCHOOL:
TRULY EXCEPTIONAL! Over the past few years Weobley High School has received recognition both locally and nationally.
By focussing on the wellbeing and happiness of its pupils along with high-quality and engaging teaching, the school has continued to improve rapidly and is now one of the most popular and successful schools in the region. Successive inspections have commented on the outstanding behaviour of the children and the unique and exceptional climate for learning which has resulted inevitably in some very impressive academic outcomes. Nevertheless the school’s success is built on much more than just GCSE results. Pupils are encouraged to embrace a ‘can do’ culture and to take advantage of the plethora of opportunities available to them. As well as trips, both locally and abroad, there is a huge selection of teams and clubs. Popular additions include a Photography
Club, a Trampolining Club, an Equestrian Team and a Glee Club; as well as opportunities to take part and compete in a truly impressive range of sports teams for all age groups.
Creativity is also nurtured through extra-curricular drama, music and dance activities as well as associated GCSE courses in these areas. This leads to a steady flow of concerts and performances as well as the hugely successful biennial Weobley musical which can involve up to 200 pupils! All this takes place in this small, friendly school of just 500 pupils in the heart of the beautiful Herefordshire countryside. It is no surprise that Weobley now attracts pupils from over 20 primary schools across the county and new intakes are becoming increasingly oversubscribed. If you are considering Weobley for your child, please contact us on 01544 318159 to arrange a personal tour. n
Weobley High School is a small, successful secondary school situated in the beautiful Herefordshire countryside. There is an absolute focus on high-quality teaching and learning ensuring that every child achieves their potential. It is widely recognised for its unique and child-centred ethos which led to high praise in in our most recent OFSTED report: “The school is a happy and calm environment where pupils work exceptionally well together” “Pupils enjoy coming to school, they are confident and feel safe” “Pupils’ personal development and welfare is outstanding” “Pupils have many opportunities to develop their interests and talents through extra-curricular activities”
Come and see what makes Pitmaston so special Thursday 20th September 10am–11am & 2pm–3pm
“The behaviour of pupils is outstanding... Respect and courtesy are the norm”
You are warmly invited to attend our annual Open Day and Evening on Wednesday 26th September 2018. Please contact the school for further details.
Tel. 01544 318159 Email: admin@weobleyhigh.hereford.sch.uk www.weobleyhigh.co.uk d
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Malvern Road, Worcester, WR2 4ZF Tel: 01905 423710
www.pitmaston.co.uk
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UNLIMITED FUN AT 360 PLAY
WHATEVER THE WEATHER!
360 Street at all 360 Play centres, is somewhere children of all abilities and interests can play together in a fantastic imaginary world of role play. Messy Play provides a whole host of creative activities. There are sessions running throughout the week for preschoolers and during school holidays for all. Dodgems and Carousels are there when kids are ready to take a break from soft play. With trains, fire engines, planes, horses and many more characters and every go is free, so they can enjoy as many rides as they like. The cafe bar makes for a great pit-stop and serves a wide
selection of snacks, beverages and family favourite meal options. Parties - There are 5 different party packages to choose from and you can personalise your party with optional extras. One of the best things about 360 is that there’s no limit on play time so you can stay as long as you like! If you’re a frequent visitor, the Play Passes offer great value for money and also make great gifts. n 360play.co.uk/Basildon · Farnborough · Leicester · Milton Keynes · Redditch · Stevenage
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e r t a e Th S W O H S ’S N E R D L I H C FAMILY &
The Artrix Tel: 01527 577330
ENSONGLOPEDIA OF ANIMALS Sunday 16th September, 2pm. Twenty-six animal songs, one for each letter of the alphabet. Get to grips with fascinating facts about extraordinary echinoderms, distressed damselflies, crazy corals, batty birds and amazing arachnids. Expect the unexpected. And expect it to rhyme. Suitable for anyone aged 5 to 105. Tickets: £9, £7 under 16s
VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET: THE NUTCRACKER Sunday 14th October, 2pm & 5pm. An enchanting Christmas story telling the tale of how Clara is given a wooden nutcracker as a Christmas present by Dr. Drosselmeyer. During the Christmas party, Clara and her brother Fritz fight over the nutcracker doll. That night Clara unable to sleep with excitement, searches for her doll and then falls asleep under the Christmas tree. As midnight strikes she is awoken by giant
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mice and the magic begins. The nutcracker doll is suddenly transformed into a princely soldier and a battle ensues with the Mouse King. The Prince and Clara are then swept away on a magical journey to the Land of Snow, and enchanted forest with dancing snowflakes. It is here where they encounter the Sugar Plum Fairy, who accompanies them to the Kingdom of Sweets. Tickets: £20, £19 - over 60s, £15 - under 16s, £66 Family Ticket 2+2 or 1+3
The courtyard Tel: 01432 340555
NATURES MIXTURES WITH WILDPLAY Saturday 15th September, 11am. To celebrate Roald Dahl’s birthday, WildPlay will be running a George’s Marvellous Medicine themed workshop in which you will get to make your very own magical and edible potions and experiments! In this nature inspired workshop you will be creating natural stinky potions, wild drink concoctions and conducting animal poop experiments. But will you be feeding any to Grandma? Please come in clothes you are happy to
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get messy in! Please can parents make sure they are meet the workshop leader at the start of the session and are prompt for pick up at the end. Tickets: £6
THE DASILVA MARIONNETTE CIRCUS TROUPE Saturday 29th September, 11am. Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls... the Circus has come to town! Come and be amazed by aerial acrobatics on the flying trapeze, spectacular cycling stunts, trampolining ups and downs, and laugh at the antics of the cheeky clowns, one of whom takes the joke that bit too far – with disastrous consequences! The DaSilva marionette circus troupe has been delighting audiences of all ages, around the world, for almost half a century. This traditional family show has been brought right up to date with all the thrills and spills of a real-life circus. This show uses no less than 18 beautifully crafted trick marionettes and integrates the puppeteers into the circus performance, creating a buoyant and memorable piece of theatre for all ages. Free Pre-Activity 10.30am – Making juggling balls! Tickets: £7.50
THE GOAL – BEHIND THE SCENES! Saturday 13th October, 11am. This interactive workshop will give you a backstage insight in to the upcoming Main House production ‘The Goal’. You will have a tour of the set, a talk from the designer and an introduction to lighting and sound from the technical team. A fantastic experience for anyone interested in the behind the scenes aspects of theatre. Suitable for ages 7 years+ Tickets: £6
The conquest Tel: 01885 488575
EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE Saturday 15th September, 7pm. Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit in. Jamie is terrified about the future. Jamie is going to be a sensation. Supported by his brilliant loving mum and surrounded by his friends, he overcomes prejudice, beats the bullies and steps out of the darkness, into the spotlight. A twenty-four strong company and an eight-piece band that will sweep you away. Captured
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Theatre OWS FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SH
skills and learn stagecraft techniques in a fun, friendly atmosphere. Exciting and creative, these sessions are a brilliant way to make new friends and learn something new. Cost: £54 (12 week term)
norbury theatre live from the Apollo Theatre in London’s Shaftesbury Avenue. Tickets: £12.50, £10
evesham arts Tel: 01386 446944
TRACEY SOLLIS CHARITY CONCERT Friday 21st September, 7.30pm. Three of our best loved local music groups get together for a toe tapping, fun filled evening of entertainment in aid of The Tracy Sollis Leukaemia Trust. Join Avonbank Brass, Stour Concert Brass and Vale Harmony who will all be performing live on stage. www.princehenrys.worcs. sch.uk/Tickets: £10
GREASE Thursday 11th – Sunday 14th October, 7.30pm and 2.30pm Sunday. Phoenix Theatre Group (PTG) celebrate the 40 years since the release of the iconic film by performing the West End version of this family favourite. Brought to you by special arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide the production includes all the songs from the film you know so well. Tickets: £12
creativity. Ages 7-12 years. For further information about all classes and workshops please contact: Bridget Lloyd, Head of Engagement and Creative Learning 01684 580956 bridget@malvern-theatres.co.uk Cost: £54 per term
TELETUBBIES LIVE Wednesday 19th & Thursday 20th September, 10am & 1pm. The Teletubbies’ first ever theatre show created especially for your little ones is here! Join Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po in a show full of love and laughter as they explore the magical world of Teletubbyland. Look out for the Tubby Phone, Noo-noo and the Sun Baby in a fun, bright and safe world which captures young children’s imaginations and encourages them to explore the world around them. Join in and enjoy beloved features from the TV series along with brand new songs. This show has been created especially for your little ones. The recommended age is 6 months+ The perfect age is around 2 years, but pre-school children of any age will enjoy the show too. Tickets: From £11.20
Number 8
malvern theatre Tel: 0845 287 2146
JUNIOR THEATRE Monday 10th September – 10th December (no session 29th October) 4pm-5pm. These fun and creative sessions are perfect for improving drama skills, confidence and
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JUNIOR THEATRE Wednesdays from 12th September – 5th December, 4.15pm - 5.45pm. These popular classes give young people age 8 – 11 years interested in performing the chance to develop their acting
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Tel: 01905 770154
CHILDREN’S THEATRE Saturday 15th September, 2.30pm. “The Great Frederico, Magician Extraordinaire” A short play performed by adults especially for children aged 3 years plus. They make a fun birthday treat! Tickets £2
worcester live Tel: 01905 611427
LITTLE BO PEEP Saturday 22nd September, 2pm. Sea Legs Puppet Theatre presents: Little Bo Peep has lost her sheep and doesn’t know where to find them. Her friend Little Boy Blue is doing his best to help find the woolly runaways but he keeps falling asleep! Meanwhile, The Nursery Rhyme Man is in his kitchen baking a surprise cake for Little Bo Peep’s birthday. As he works, a mischievous mouse keeps stealing the ingredients. Watch your favourite nursery rhymes come to life before your eyes in Sea Legs Puppet Theatre’s fabulous 10th anniversary show. Featuring magnificent puppets, fantastic scenery and lots of music and singing, this show is especially created for little ‘peeps’ and their families. Recommended for families and children aged 2-7. Location: Henry Sandon Hall. Tickets: £7.50
GUESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU? Tuesday 2nd October, 4.30pm. Selladoor Family presents: Guess How Much I Love
You? Join Little & Big Nutbrown Hare, from the bestselling ‘Guess How Much I Love You’ and ‘I Love You All Year Round’ collection, as they leap off the page and onto the stage in this magical journey through the seasons. Watch Little & Big Nutbrown Hare settle down after a bedtime story and re-awaken to discover the delights and colours of each season as they compete to measure their love for each other in this timeless loveable story. Explore this playful story of love and nature as it unfolds on stage through puppets, live music and interactive play for children 3 years and up. Location: Swan Theatre. Tickets: £13.50 (U16s £11.50, 2 adults & 2 children £46)
THE STONE SPELL Saturday 6th October, 10.30am & 11.45am. Join in the fun, songs and audience participation in popular plays for two-to-nine-year-olds. When the Baron prepares for the Queen’s visit by attempting to smarten up the throne for her, he does not realise that the Magician has put a spell on it. Location: Swan Theatre. Tickets: £2.50 (Groups of 10 or more £2.25 per ticket, Under 2s free)
GINGERBREAD MAN Saturday 13th October, 2pm. Imagine a world made entirely of biscuits: trees, houses and stars in the sky. Into this beautiful world comes the Gingerbread Man, creating havoc wherever he goes. He meets a majestic Cow, a stubborn Goat and an opportunistic Bird. But… can Gingerbread Man outwit the dastardly Fox...? With a foot-tapping ‘Yummy Chase’ soundtrack reminiscent of an old movie and minimal language, this is a tremendously popular story. A visual feast specially devised for younger children aged 3+ years. Location: Henry Sandon Hall. Tickets: £7.50
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With nearly 100 classes a week, for tots to adults, we’ve got you covered! We offer ballet, tap, modern, commercial, street, lyrical, contemporary, acro and pointe work to name a few! Multiple class and sibling discounts also offered. Classes in Worcester & Droitwich
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