Primary Times in Hereford & Worcester EASTER 2020

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The Love of Cooking with Prue Leith ..........................................................................................

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Lower House, Whyle Lane, Pudleston, Nr Leominster Herefordshire, HR6 0RQ Tel: 01905 723011 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 2,672,883 copies per issue throughout the counties of: Avon, Bedfordshire & Luton, Berkshire, Birmingham & Black Country, Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire, Cardiff & The Vale, South West Wales, Newport & Monmouthshire, Cheshire & The Wirral, Cornwall, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Devon, Dorset, Edinburgh & The Lothians, Fife, Tayside & Central Scotland, Glasgow & West of Scotland, Essex (North & Mid, South & West), Gloucestershire, Greater Manchester, Hampshire, Hereford & Worcester, Hertfordshire, Ireland (Dublin, Leinster, South and West), Kent (East, North & West), Lancashire, Leicestershire & Rutland, Lincolnshire, London (East, North, South East, South West, South, West), Merseyside, Newcastle, Gateshead and Northumberland, Newport & Monmouthshire, Norfolk, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Plymouth, Somerset, Staffordshire & Stoke on Trent, Sunderland & Durham, Surrey, Sussex (East & West), Tees Valley, Warwickshire and Solihull, Wiltshire, Yorkshire (North & East, South and West). For further details contact The Primary Times Team on 01905 723011

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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

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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

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DISCOVER A SCHOOL

LIKE NO OTHER…

King’s Hawford, located to the North of Worcester and surrounded by beautiful rolling fields, offers children a truly unique educational experience. The school is often described as offering a ‘free-range’ education where learning takes place both inside and outside of the classroom. The rural setting is used to its fullest and there is a strong focus on fresh air, outdoor exploration and traditional learning. The school upholds its long traditions such as the annual ‘welly wanging’ competition, annual pancake races and May Day celebrations as well as modern additions including the ‘Welcome Home, Hawford’ event that takes place at the start of the academic year. All of these activities further add to the wonderful sense of community that exists at the school.

A large proportion of children start their King’s journey at two, in the popular Kindergarten, the schools Nursery and Preschool. The King’s Hawford Kindergarten is positioned at the heart of the school and the setting offers a warm and nurturing, home-from-home environment providing the stability young children need to develop their

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confidence and independence. The school believes that it is incredibly important to ensure that these formative years are happy ones. It might be cliché but happy children thrive and this is at the heart of the school’s approach. The emphasis lies very much in caring for and nurturing each child so they feel secure, loved and confident at school and are happy and excited to return each day.

The breadth of opportunities and activities available are second to none and introduces the children to the adventure that awaits them as they start their educational journey.

With over 35 clubs and activities, an action packed exciting curriculum, amazing on-site facilities including an on-site swimming pool and forest schools, an abundance of music and dance performances and wide variety of sports avaliable, King’s Hawford is truly a school like no other.

If you would like to learn more about Early Years at King’s Hawford or more about the school in general, please contact our school Registrar, Mrs Melanie Adams, by either calling 01905 451292 or emailing madams@ksw.org.uk. n

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HELPING YOUR CHILD WITH REVISION Hereford Sixth Form College, Folly Ln, Hereford. HR1 1LU. Dave Taylor will be giving a talk on memory, the teenage brain, and how parents can support their child during revision and before exams. In the run up to the summer exams, we thought it would be a helpful to offer this talk to help you support your son/ daughter/ward through the revision period. Dave Taylor, from DragonFly Training, is an experienced speaker in education and is coming to the College on 1st April, 6 – 8pm to talk to parents and guardians about how memory and the teenage brain work and how parents/guardians can look after their children during revision to help ensure the most effective study practices. Dave’s sessions have received very strong reviews. This is a free event and places are limited on a first come, first served basis.

6pm-8pm.

Thursday 2nd TIME TO LISTEN

Ludlow Golf Club, Bromfield, SY8 2BT. 6pm-9pm. As members of SafeGolf (www.safegolf.org), England Golf are working to promote a safe and positive environment for everyone in the sport. Every child deserves to enjoy their sport. Time to Listen (TTL) is a three hour interactive workshop, developed by the NSPCC’s Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU) and is the most appropriate and relevant training for Club Welfare

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Officers. Please note; CWOs must have attended a Safeguarding and Protecting Children workshop previously. From the 1st April 2019, it is a mandatory requirement that all Club Welfare Officers have attended a TTL Workshop. Please note; CWOs are required to refresh their safeguarding knowledge every 3 years through the SPC training.

This workshop builds on basic safeguarding awareness and focuses on implementation in the club environment. It also gives individuals an opportunity to discuss specific issues, challenges and good practice in a friendly environment. The course is charged at £30 per person. There are a maximum of 15 places per workshop so please reply early, as places are allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis and only those who book in advance will be able to attend. To book please follow the booking link at the top of the page.

For more info contact clubsupport@ englandgolf.org

Friday 3rd

MAD SCIENCE KIDS PARTY Farmhouse Inns (Bluebell Farm, Worcester), Unit 18, Hornhill Road, WR4 0SX. We are pleased to inform you that you have been invited to attend our Mad Science Kids Party at Bluebell Farm, to see if you have what it takes to become a genius!

All children aged 6-11 are welcome to come and experiment with our magical potions, and all science madness. Come along have fun and create potions... as well as a few extra surprises. Class begins at 5pm.

Our Science Class is £7.50 per child.

Adults are very welcome to come

and relax while your children have a jam-packed 2 hours of Mad Sciencefun! For more information and to BOOK your child’s place visit us at the pub or call us. We have a very limited number of tickets and once they are gone!

Saturday 4th

GET CREATIVE WITH LAZY DAISY CHAINS Loudwater Community Arts, 16A Burway Trading Estate, Bromfield Road, Ludlow. SY8 1EN. Join Andrea from Lazy Daisy Chains this Easter for our Easter Eggstravaganza. Easter eggs and bunting, what an exciting idea! Which will you choose to decorate your home with this Easter; a colourful hand-stitched egg or picturesque bunting with characters of your choice? Tickets £10 Tel: 01584 877 272

GOODHEART OPEN DAY Goodheart Animal Sanctuaries, The Nickless, Milson, Nr Tenbury Wells. Worcestershire DY14 0BE. Come and meet our 300+ rescued farm animals! Enjoy a guided tour of our animal sanctuary where you will have the chance to meet and feed our rescued cattle, sheep, pigs, horses, goats, hens and turkeys!

Guided tours are led by our friendly staff and volunteers and held at 11:00-12:30 and 13:00-14:30. We ask for a suggested donation of £5 per car on arrival. Tea, coffee and vegan cake will be available for you to purchase on the day.

Please note that sadly not all areas of our sanctuary are accessible by wheelchair. 11am-12:30pm

DINOSAUR ENCOUNTER

Sunday 5th

WYRE FOREST WATCH WONDERFUL WORMS Wyre Forest Discovery Centre, Callow Hill, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY14 9XQ. Find out why we’re not living in 2000-year old rubbish!

2:30pm-4:30pm.

THE GREAT BRITISH DOG WALK Eastnor Castle, Eastnor, HR8 1RL Enjoy a fun-filled sponsored walk with your four-legged friend. Take part in The Great British Dog Walk at Eastnor Castle.. It’s a fun-filled sponsored walk which raises money to help Hearing Dogs for Deaf People train more life-changing hearing dogs. The Great British Dog Walk is a great excuse for people of all ages to get out and about and explore a beautiful location while helping to change the lives of deaf people. You’ll also get to meet lots of adorable dogs of course! What to expect: Free dog bandana - you’ll receive a free bandana for your fourlegged friend with every adult ticket purchased; Meet a hearing dog - find out how these dogs help deaf people to reconnect with life; Tea and cake – a British favourite! Before or after the walk, there’s nothing better.

Refreshments and prices will vary at each walk; Fun for dogs - We’re all about dogs! Depending on which walk you take part in, we have dog agility, fun dog shows and games.

Get yourself or your dog sponsored, or sponsor a friend, to help Oscar become a life-changer!

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EASTER RAT-A-TAT TALES

Come and meet our four meter long two meter high T-Rex for one day in Hereford City Centre. We will be available for meet and greets and photos with our prehistoric friend at the start of the Easter Holidays.

Photo opportunities available throughout the day 50p per person.

Tel: 07568 659125

The Hive, The Butts, Worcester. WR1 3PD. All young children are welcome to our interactive Rat-a-Tat Tales. Just stop by the Children’s Library to join our wonderful librarians reading your favourite stories. FREE drop-in Every day during the holidays, 11am and 2:45pm. Tel: 01905 822866

EASTER EGG TRAIL

The Hive, The Butts, Worcester, WR1 3PD. The Easter eggs have gone missing! But don’t worry, a well-known book character is going to find them. Follow the trail and find out who the super sleuth is... 50p per entry and for solving the clues you can claim a chocolate treat (available from the pod in the Children’s Library while stocks last). Tel: 01905 822866

Clifton Upon Teme Nursery & Pre-School, Pound Lane, WR6 6DE, Worcestershire. Easter Egg Trail for all ages. Lots of fun activities, a raffle and faepainting and of course an egg hunt! Come along and bring all the family at 2.30pm. Staring at Clifton Primary school on Pound Lane. £4 per hunter, and finishing at the Lion pub.

EASTER TRAIL

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

Visit butterflyzoo.co.uk For everyday value ticket prices and exclusive online offers!

Symonds Yat West HR9 6DA Open daily from 10am Safe secure metered parking

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R EGG-CITING DESIGNS The Hive, The Butts, Worcester, WR1 3PD. Create, design, draw and decorate an Easter Egg, then add it to our Easter basket display. FREE drop-in. Tel: 01905 822866

Monday 6th

FAMILY CODING WITH THE WEEBEE ENGINE The Hive, The Butts, Worcester, WR1 3PD. 10:30am, 11:45am and 1pm Participants will code an animated story using the programming engine Java. Duration: 60 minutes. Suitable for children aged 8+ £6 - price includes 1 Child and 1 Adult.

Tel: 01905 822866

Wednesday 8th

FAMILY/INTERGENERATIONAL COLOURING Auntie Em’s Tea Room, The Shambles, Worcester. Easter Colouring Event with Jane and Bernice. Free. Refreshments/ food available from the tea shop.

The venue has stairs up to the community room above. No lift sorry.

10am-12pm.

Thursday 9th

MINECRAFT EASTER EGG HUNT The Hive, The Butts, Worcester, WR1 3PD. 10.30am, 11.30am and 12.30pm. Hunt out the hidden Easter Eggs in Minecraft. Duration: 45 minutes. Suitable for children aged 8+ £2.50 per child. Tel: 01905 822866

EASTER TREE DECORATIONS FAMILY DROP-IN CRAFTS Worcester City Museum & Art Gallery, Foregate Street, WR1 1DT. Using fun printing methods and collage materials, create individual decorations for your Easter Tree in our welcoming activity space. 11am-3pm.

FAMILY WOODLAND EXPLORER SESSION Norton Canon, Hereford. Woodland

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session for families with children from 18 months to 12 years old.

‘Magical Woods’; unleash your inner Harry Potter or be inspired by Room on a Broom! Magic wands, potions and witches brooms! 10am-12pm. www.rootedforestschool.co.uk

WOODLAND SESSION Norton Canon, Hereford. For families with children from 18 months to 12 years old. ‘I Love My Stick!’; whittling, den building and all things stick inspired! 1pm-3pm. www.rootedforestschool.co.uk

FUN MOSIAC COASTER MAKING Orchard, Cafe, Wildwood Drive, WR5 2LG Worcester, Worcestershire Come along and let your childs imagination run wild whilst making a fun and safe mosaic coaster using things such as buttons, glass pebbles, gems etc. No cutting, no sharp edges so totally safe for all ages £3.50 per coaster. 1pm-4pm.

Tel: 01905 766155

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EASTER AT BOOF’S! Boof’s Cafe at Redpoint, Worcester The Rail Yard, Midland Road, WR51DG Worcester, Worcestershire fancy a fun way to spend Easter? why not at Redpoint Worcester and Boof’s café!! Plenty of competitions and games to take part in and many prizes to be won!! 10am – 6pm

Monday 13th

CHURCHILL FORGE WATER MILL OPEN DAY The Forge will be open during the afternoon 2pm-5pm. Both the waterwheels will be running, powering some of the machinery in the main workshop and yard.

The Forge was working until 1969 making hand tools such as ladles for the metal casting industries. Come and see one of the last few surviving water wheel powered forges in the country. www.churchillforge.org.uk

THE FOX & HOUNDS EASTER PUB WALK Fox & Hounds Inn, Lulsley, WR6 5QT Worcester. Join us on Easter Monday from 10am for our Easter Pub Walk around the beautiful Lulsley countryside! Led by our excellent guide Simon, the walk will be a leisurely pace taking in some stunning local scenery. Dogs and children are welcome and the

walk will be approx. 4 miles. £2 per person. Tel: 01886 821228

EASTER ACTIVITIES Worcester Countryside Centre, Wildwood Drive. Come join us for a treasure hunt around the woods to find the Easter Bunny with a chocolate prize at the end, £3 per child. 11am-1pm. Tel: 01905 766492

Monday 13th – Wednesday 15th FAMILY CAMP

May Hill, Mayhill, Longhope GL17 0RF. This is a 3 day sleep over family camp for all of you to come and deepen your connection with nature and yourselves. Come and tighten the bonds between family members, creating love and joy and peace between each other in the harmony of nature. The location is stunning , in a old ancient woodland, in west Gloucestershire. We have toilets, showers and an indoor space for cooking and working skills if there is to much rain. There trees to put up hammocks and lots of woodland to run around in and explore. We aim to create a school that is based on community and working together to create a better, more joyful world , with impeccable instructors, imbuing the qualities as much as can be of a native, who’s alive, passionate, excited and ready for adventure with a sparkle in their eye. We have teachers who are great role models for the kids and adults evoking wonder and awe in your spirits. Our mission is to enthrall, inspire and teach people to want to live closer to the earth and to deepen their connection with themselves and the world around them. We will run through many subjects, games and challenges to enrich your connection with the earth. you will feel so alive when you leave never wanting to return to daily life, your world will be changed forever, and full of memories that will stay with you for years. All the instructors are DBS checked and we always have a first aid on call. www.wildearthproject. co.uk Prices from £165

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FAMILY WOODLAND EXPLORER SESSION Kids Woodland Holiday Adventure Club at Norton Canon, Hereford.

A fun packed drop-off holiday club during the Easter holidays for

children over 6. Popular activities include den making, bush craft, survival skills, whittling, fire use, tools and lots more. 9am to 4pm www.rootedforestschool.co.uk

Wednesday 15th

EASTER CHILDREN’S FARM & NATURE PLAY FOR CHILDREN AGED 5-11 The children will: Dig in the soil on our organic farm, Help cook snacks over a campfire, Discover the local wildlife, Let their imaginations go wild with natural crafts. £12.50 per session, per child. After booking a place for your child please make sure you download a Child Registration Form and email it to carefarm@ thefold.org.uk. 10am-1pm. We have undercover activities planned if the weather is very wet. Please get in touch if you have any questions with Kate Broad at carefarm@thefold.org. uk / 01886 833 633

ROMAN MYSTERY The Hive, The Butts, Worcester, WR1 3PD. 10.30am, 11.30am and 12.30pm. Calling all detectives! Can you untangle the archaeology to discover what was happening at a Roman site nearly 2000 years ago?

Hold real Roman finds and, once the mystery is solved, make your own Roman pot to take home. Duration: 60 minutes. Suitable for children aged 7+ £3 per child.

Tel: 01905 822866

Thursday 16th

FAMILY CODING WITH THE WEEBEE ENGINE The Hive, The Butts, Worcester, WR1 3PD. 10:30am, 11:45am and 1pm Participants will code an animated story using the programming engine Java. Duration: 60 minutes. Suitable for children aged 8+ £6 - price includes 1 Child and 1 Adult.

Tel: 01905 822866

Sunday 19th

JUNIOR OWL EXPERIENCE FOR AGES 8-12 YEARS The International Centre for Birds of Prey, Boulsdon House, Newent, GL181JJ. Trying to entertain a young animal lover or looking for a unique half term treat? Why not try our Junior Owl Experience? Spend a morning flying and handling owls under the guidance of our expert team and learn all about their secret world. Junior Owl Experiences start

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R at 10:30 and last approximately 2 hours. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a spectating adult and spectators can accompany no more than 2 participating children.

This experience is outdoors so please wear appropriate clothing. We have wet weather facilities but please contact us if you are unsure about severe weather. Standard Terms and Conditions apply and please see www.icbp.org for more information £50 per child.

Thursday 23rd & Friday 24th

THE BIG WORCESTER SLEEP OUT The Big Worcester Sleep Out returns to Six Ways Stadium. to raise money for three Worcester Charities; St Paul’s Hostel, Warriors Community Foundation, and Maggs Day Centre.

Our mission is to raise awareness of the complex issues surrounding homelessness within our county, and the services our charities relentlessly push forward. We are aiming to raise £45,000 for 2020 with all of the funds raised will be split equally between our charities. Fundraising is being managed by Just Giving, and all you have to do to sign up to sleep out is the website and follow the sign-up link. Sign up today to help change lives!

beautiful Broxwood Court garden.

Refreshments, demonstrations and raffle. All proceeds to The Cart Shed (Reg Charitiy no 1167802) BROXWOOD COURT, HR6 9JJ Entrance £5 per person. 10.30am4pm. Tel: 01544 318 231.

Thursday 30th

A BREATH OF FRESH AIR BST Wyre Forest Discovery Centre, Callow Hill, Kidderminster, DY14 9XQ. In partnership with Forestry England bring an Outdoor Learning themed teach meet at the wonderful Wyre Forest. For anyone interested in Outdoor Learning and a chance to see what the Wyre Forest can offer. Outdoor learning ideas and a chance to network with other teaching professionals. 5 mins slots available to share ideas and good practice. Refreshments provide. Free event but car parking charges apply.

5pm-7pm.

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GET AHEAD IN FILM

Severn Arts, Suite 11 Malvern Gate, Bromwich Road, Worcester, WR2 4BN. Atmosphere is a festival with a mix of discussions, talks and live performances either inspired by the environment or designed to spark debate about the environment and natural world. The Arches Worcester Festivals.

The Old Police Station, Market Hall Street, Kington, HR5 3DP. A one day course for young people - to get you started making a film. The Marches Makers Live Festival is delighted to host this one day course which is run by Joel Munston, film tutor at Hereford College of Art. It is aimed at young people aged 11 – 13yrs (year 7 and 8) who have some computer literacy and who are interested in developing a new skill. Applicants must have a signed consent form and bring it with them. Download the consent form from our website: www.marchesmakers.co.uk During the day you will be working in pairs on different aspects of film making including directing, editing and camera operating. Depending on the weather you may be working outdoors on location. By the end of the day you will know the basics of how to make a film. Attendees must be between 11 and 13 years old and must bring their signed consent form (see above) Squash and biscuits will be available but please bring a packed lunch. 10am-4:30pm.

Wednesday 29th

Sunday 3rd

Find really interesting plants early in the season and see the rarely opened

St Mary’s C Of E Primary School,

Saturday 25th ATMOSPHERE

SPRING PLANT FAIR

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FOWNHOPE MARKET & ST MARY’S SCHOOL FETE

Court orchard, Fownhope, HR1 4PG. Come and join us for a fun filled fundraising Sunday! We are hosting a day where the environment is at the forefront of our festivities.

The PTA of St. Mary’s School are encouraging people to come and sell their Preloved wares, Crafts and Homemade produce etc small business’s welcome too. (we are not able to accomodate food venders & single use plastic products, please contact us with your product details before you book) We are promoting the old saying that ‘one man’s trash is another man’s treasure’. The Parish council of Fownhope are supporting this event with there climate emergency policy and will be there to talk and inform about ways we can protect our habitat. ‘Spots’ will be available to purchase here for the small cost of £6plus booking fee. This fee will go to our schools charity “The Friends of St Mary’s PTA” & is go towards providing an exciting new playground structure for the children. We have a large fundraising total of £18,000 and would dearly love to reach our target by this summer. Our day kicks off at 10am with stalls and games on the school field, & Memorial Hall. There will be a delicious BBQ available from 11:30am right through until 3pm and scrumptious Cream Teas - with yummy treats for children too - which will be served at the Memorial Village Hall from 1pm -3:30pm. The village, as last year will have its welcoming flags and bunting to catch passers-by and all residents to come and grab a bargain and meet neighbours and old friends. For further details or enquires, feel free to contact: Vic Cooper email - fownhopetrail@ icloud.com; Tanya Walshe email PTA@st-marys-pri.hereford.sch.uk.

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and motorbikes from around the world, on display in the grounds for example - Lamborghini, Bugatti, Ferrari, Daimler, Alpha Romeo, Honda, Colt, Jaguar, Scorpion, Maserati, Mercedes, Bentley, Rolls Royce - to name just a few! Musical entertainment across the day (full details below) “Kiddies corner” with bouncy castle, circus entertainer, face painting and other activities A full bar with a range of beers , wines and spirits, Gin and Prosecco station Barbecue (burgers, sausages, chicken, bacon, etc + vegetarian options, jacket potatoes) Mobile coffee van with full range of freshly brewed coffee, tea, hot chocolate and snacks, Raffle. Please note all food and drink MUST be purchased at the venue. Tickets from £2.50 11am-7pm.

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However, we would advise parents to phone and check details prior to making a long trip... or promise!

GRAFTON MANOR CLASSIC CAR AND BIKE SHOW A CLASSIC CAR & BIKE SHOW WITH MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT, FOOD & DRINK AND CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES. VE DAY THEME - A GREAT DAY FOR ALL THE FAMILY. If you have a classic car or motorbike - come along and show it off in the stunning grounds of Grafton Manor, Bromsgrove, B61 7HA. It’s VE Day so there is a nod to this across the day - 1940’s costumes are optional! Features at the event:A range of beautiful classic cars

Saturday 23rd

FAMILY CYCLING EVENT Stourport Sports Club, Kingsway, Stourport-on-Severn, DY13 8BQ. Traffic Free Family Ride for Adults and Children at the Stourport Sports Centre road circuit. And it is free!!

A brilliant opportunity to enjoy a ride without the worry of traffic.

The special purpose-built track at Stourport is just under one mile long. It has a smooth tarmac surface making it perfect for the young or novice rider or for a family with young children to ride together. All bikes can be checked and serviced at the event before riding to make sure brakes work etc then you can ride as many circuits as you like. It is not a race, simply a fun and safe ride.

Kids under 8 to be accompanied by a parent/guardian/carer. The adjacent Café will be open for refreshments.

Registration at 1145, riding starts at 12noon.

Mini Pro Golf Parks, Wolverley Road, Wolverley, Kidderminster, DY10 3RN Situated next to THE LOCK INN Public House

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ICE AGE HEREFORDSHIRE AT HEREFORD MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY Can you imagine woolly mammoths roaming Herefordshire’s icy tundra?

Or a landscape on the edge of a massive ice sheet? How long did the Ice Age last and did people live here?

Come and learn fascinating Ice Age facts, discover stories about King Arthur’s Cave and meet Fluffy the Woolly Mammoth. There is plenty for the family to explore including a childfriendly science lab, cave painting, an ice age shelter, dressing up as an Ice Age mammal and helping to create a baby woolly mammoth!

Ice Age Herefordshire is curated

by Herefordshire Museum Service

in collaboration with Museums Worcestershire, Hereford College of Art, Herefordshire Wildlife Trust, Herefordshire and Worcestershire Earth Heritage Trust, Herefordshire Amphibian and Reptile Team. The exhibition has been made possible with funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to create a wide-ranging and exciting experience for all ages.

Free family events, including ‘Ice Age Explorer’ days in collaboration with Herefordshire Wildlife Trust’s WildPlay team. More details at www.herefordshire.gov.uk/iceage.

Suggested donation £2.50.

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Happy Steps is a dance school with a family feel, run by Principal Debbie Harding, and Vice Principal Karen Harding and teacher Kirsty Mckay, to allow children to dance for fun without pressure of exams.

Classes are taught at our Studio in Ombersley Road, Worcester and other locations across Worcester, catering for children aged from 2 ½ upwards.

We offer a variety of classes including Ballet, Tap, Street Jazz, Musical Theatre and Acro dance.

The children are invited to take part in our annual show at the Swan Theatre and for the younger ones, our Christmas show. There is also a choreography show which allows the children to create their own routines.

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EASTER HOLIDAY

ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN

In the summer term we have medal and trophy presentations for all of our students.

The annual show this yearThrough the Stage Door at the Swan Theatre, Worcester, is on 28/29th March and 2/3/4th April.

We also have a Variety Show on Friday 27th March and Stars in their Own Rights on Wednesday 1st April, with world renowned professional entertainers.

Our sister company Step Up Performers is showcasing their Festival dances and stunning choreography in a Festival in Lights on Thursday 26th March.

All of these shows take place at the Swan Theatre Worcester and tickets can be purchased through Worcester Live website or Huntingdon Hall.

Multi-Activity Days at Oaker Wood are the sort of day children will remember for years to come.

To book call Oaker Wood 01568 780111, www.oakerwoodleisure.co.uk/holiday

The activity programme varies each day Zip Wire, Monkey Climbing, High Ropes, Low Rope Assault Course, Target Shooting, Outdoor Pizza Cooking, Obstacle Course and more. At £24.50 a day (discounts for multi-day bookings) – great fun at a great price.

Tuesday 7th April Holiday Club for 7-12 Years

Adventure for Teens A few hours off the x box and running around in the fresh air – select from High Rope Adventure or Paintball battles. From £15pp

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CHOIR WORKSHOPS Primary school pupils across the West Midlands are being invited to take part in free choir workshops and perform live on the main stage at an award winning family music festival.

Swingtime In The Gardens is returning to Ragley Hall in Warwickshire on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th June and will feature world class performances from vintage, jive and swing acts across two stages. Festival organisers have teamed up with Sutton Coldfield’s The Singing Community of Choirs to offer Year 4, 5 and 6 pupils the chance of learning four songs, including famous numbers from The Jungle Book. There will be three workshops at each school before the event, as well as rehearsals on the day when the school choirs will combine to perform on the big stage with a live band. There will be no charge for performing pupils or their teachers to attend the festival.

Swingtime 2020’s Operations Director Tim Chamberlin, the former Head Teacher of Chase Terrace Technology College, commented: “This is a wonderful chance for local children to learn from professional musicians and gain valuable experience of performing live at a big event. Many studies have shown that children who engage with The Arts consistently perform better academically, so we hope schools across the region will take advantage of this rare and free opportunity.”

Parents who accompany their performing children to Swingtime In The Gardens will get a 50% discount off their tickets, and Earlybird savings for all festival goers apply until the end of January. Among the 15 acts taking to the stage are Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalists The Jive Aces, The Magic of Miller, Amy Baker and Bamboozle.

Festival Director Antonio Socci, who’ll be performing with his swing band, commented: “Last year’s event was so successful that this year we are running Swingtime over the whole weekend and also offering camping to festival goers. We’re really looking forward to the school choir workshops and it’s sure to be a magical moment when the children take to the stage. When they’re not performing they can soak up the atmosphere, listen to the fantastic bands and also enjoy the fairground and boat rides.”

Swingtime In The Gardens will also feature vintage trade stalls, street food and dance workshops for adults, including Ballroom and Salsa. The grand raffle will raise money for Acorn Children’s Hospice and The Not Forgotten Association. n Primary School teachers who want to find out more about the choir workshops and school performance s at Swingtime In The Gardens 2020 should email tim@swingtimeinthegardens.com.

For more information about the festival and to book tickets, please visit www.swingtimeinthegardens.com.

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The Artrix Tel: 01527 577330 SHARK IN THE PARK Monday 6th April. When Timothy Pope receives a brand new telescope for his birthday, boy is he excited to test it out at the park! But wait… is that really a shark he can see? Join Timothy and his Elvis loving Dad on their adventures, meeting lots of other fun characters along the way, not to mention a tap dancing seagull! The show seamlessly combines all three of Nick Sharatts’ well-loved books; Shark in the Park, Shark in the Dark and Shark in the Park on a Windy Day. A highly talented Scottish cast, audience participation and fantastic songs Start time 1pm : Duration: 60 minutes Age: 2-7 years Tickets £14, £12.50 - Family of 4 Each (2 adults + 2 children) £10 - Groups of 10+ (please phone Box Office to book these tickets)

LYNGO THEATRE PRESENTS PUSS IN BOOTS Tuesday 14th April. Would you trust a talking cat? You never know, he might turn you from a pauper to a prince just like the hero of this story, brought to vivid life on our incredible

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sloping stage by Patrick Lynch from Cbeebies. Using smoke and mirrors and hidden trapdoors he’ll show you how this surefooted feline fools both the King and the Ogre to put his master at the top. With a host of puppets, a working windmill and an avalanche of fruit and nuts come and see this classic furry tail, it’s the cat’s whiskers! Ages 3-8 at 11am and 3pm. £12 Adult, £10 Child, £34 Family of 4 (2 adults + 2 children)

THE PEOPLE’S THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS I SPY WITH MY LITTLE EYE Sunday 17th May. For Molly’s sixth birthday her parents want to throw her the perfect party.

They don’t have a lot of money but what they do have is a lot of love and, if truth be told, a lot of clutter. Fortunately you can make an absolutely fantastic game of “I Spy” out of love and clutter and it just so happens that Molly (and her dog Bingo) like nothing better! So consider yourself cordially invited to join us for what promises to be a truly magical day of fun and laughter, complete with an amazing birthday treasure hunt, all your favourite sing along songs and lots of interactive games including Molly’s favourite... “I

Spy With My Little Eye!” A sweet surprise and photos with the birthday girl will be available at the end of the party so adults should bring along their cameras to capture the smiles. Based on the brand new picture book

by Steven Lee (Don’t Dribble On The Dragon, How the Koala Learnt To Hug) and brought to you by the creators of There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly, this adorable family musical celebrates everything great about being a kid - and everything great about having one. Age:3+ at 2.30pm. £12.50 – Adults, £10.50 - Under 12s £42 - Family of 4 (2 adults + 2 Children)

The civic Tel: 01299 823339

goes on a magical adventure to the Land Of Oz. Follow Dorothy as she tries to find her way home. Along the way she makes new friends with the Scarecrow who longs for a brain, the Tin Man who really wants a heart and the very cowardly Lion who is desperate to be brave and have some courage. It’s not going to be easy for Dorothy to find her way home with the Wicked Witch of the West keeping a close eye on her! Will the Great and Powerful Oz be able to help? Find out by joining us at Easter! This spectacular adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s classic story is packed with good jokes, quality song and dance routines, spectacular scenery and plenty more for all the family! Adults £14.50, Children/ Concessions £11.50. Group of four £46.50

THE WIZARD OF OZ

I SPY WITH MY LITTLE EYE

Sunday 26th April. KD Theatre Productions are delighted to be touring their critically acclaimed larger than life musical adaptation of The Wizard Of Oz for a 4th triumphant year. Featuring a professional cast of 7 Actors, high energy choreography and stunning sets and costumes.

Come and meet Dorothy as she

Sunday 3rd May. For Molly’s sixth birthday her parents want to throw her the perfect party.

They don’t have a lot of money but what they do have is a lot of love and, if truth be told, a lot of clutter. Fortunately you can make an absolutely fantastic game of “I Spy” out of love and clutter and it just so happens that Molly (and her dog Bingo)

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like nothing better! So consider yourself cordially invited to join us for what promises to be a truly magical day of fun and laughter, complete with an amazing birthday treasure hunt, all your favourite sing along songs and lots of interactive games – including Molly’s favourite… “I Spy With My Little Eye!” A sweet surprise and photos with the birthday girl will be available at the end of the party so adults should bring along their cameras to capture the smiles. Based on the brand new picture book by Steven Lee (Don’t Dribble On The Dragon, How the Koala Learnt To Hug) and brought to you by the creators of There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly, this adorable family musical celebrates everything great about being a kid – and everything great about having one. Run time is 55 minutes without an interval A family show suitable for adults and children aged 2+. All Tickets £10, Group of Four £35.

The conquest Tel: 01885 488575 KINDERTRANSPORT Friday 27th & Saturday 28th March. “Didn’t it ever occur to you that I might have wanted to die with you. Because I did. I never wanted to live without you.” 1930s Germany: a young Jewish girl flees Nazi persecution on a train bound for England. Finding herself in a strange country and unable to speak the language, she must shed her past in order to survive an uncertain future. 1980s

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England: a woman sifts through the attic as she prepares for her daughter to leave home.

Memories are unearthed among the boxes and questions must be answered about a life long buried. Kindertransport tackles the story of thousands of Jewish child refugees who were separated from their parents and uprooted from Europe to England during World War II. A poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by devoted parents, securing a safer future for their children. £12 (£8 under 18. 7.30pm.

The courtyard Tel: 01432 340555 CIRQUE ENFANT Friday 10 April. Featuring acrobats, jugglers, clowns, hoola hoops, and so much more, as the only kids circus show currently touring. The kids love it, as the thrills and spills happen right in front of their eyes. The young audience are even invited to join in, and help create the fun and mayhem!

A great kids show for all the family. Recommended age 2 to 14. Tickets from £15 Duration: 60 minutes

THE CURIOUS GARDEN Saturday 11 April. Join The MakeShift Ensemble as they bring to life New York Times Award Winning Children’s book The Curious Garden, all about one boy’s quest for a greener world… one garden at a time. While out exploring one day, Liam discovers a struggling garden and decides to take care of it. As time

passes, the garden spreads throughout the dark, grey city, transforming it into a lush, green world. An enchanting tale with environmental themes, teaching us that our own care and determination can help change the world. Featuring original music, storytelling and puppetry, The Curious Garden is a planet tending adventure in full bloom for all the family!

11am £7.50. Free pre-activity from 10:30am: Create your own paper watering can.

ECO-CRAFT WORKSHOP WITH WILDPLAY Saturday 25 April. Re-use, Re-cycle and Re-love some old household objects! Bring your own old (but clean!) mismatched socks to reuse and make a brand new toy – will you make a sock puppet or maybe a teddy? Help us create a bottle top picture with hammers and nails, you can bring along your own bottle tops too! Play the ‘bin, compost and recycle’ game to understand the difference and take home some ideas of how to reuse and rescue other household items too! Suitable for ages 7 years + £6

evesham arts Tel: 01386 446944 RAPUNZEL THE MUSICAL Saturday 4th April.

Immersion Theatre are back with a witty, pantomimic, tonguein-cheek retelling of the family favourite - complete with a laugh out loud script, a host of catchy songs, heaps of audience interaction, and an exciting array of larger-than-life characters.

With magic and mayhem throughout and a chance to meet the characters after the show, this is one hair-raising adventure your family won’™t want to miss! 16:30 £10.50 (Full price) £8.50 (Concession)

malvern theatre Tel: 0845 287 2146 THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS (MALVERN THEATRE PLAYERS) Saturday 4th - Saturday 18th April. Malvern Theatre Players (Resident Company of the Coach House Theatre) 43rd Season. The enchanting tale of river-folk is faithfully retold in Amelia Marriette’s adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s much – loved story. The combination of nostalgia for the warmth and security of times gone by and the simple humour combined with lots of audience participation will be a certain hit. Mr Toad is in his element in this production, defending his rights as a car stealing, horn – tooting, tyre – burning speed freak. His friends, Ratty, Mole, Badger and Otter rescue him from the worst of his enthusiasms and together the famous team save the riverbank from the hooligan, bullying, weasels in a final dramatic battle. A terrific treat for all the family. Tickets £16, £14 Over 60s and Unwaged. Under 16s Show Times: April 4th, 6th, 7th 8th, 9th, 14th, 15th, 16th 17th and 18th at 7pm April 5th and 18th at 2pm April 5th at 6pm

MILKSHAKE MONKEY Saturday 16th May at 12pm & 3.30pm. Milkshake Monkey can’t wait to put on a spectacular new musical for you all! But when stage fright hits, his favourite Milkshake friends come to help, creating the most dazzling show you have ever seen! Be part of this fantastic production as you learn the amazing songs and dances with your favourite Milkshake friends, and watch as the music, the lights, the costumes and stage come together.

With great Milkshake friends, anything is possible. Starring Fireman Sam, Noddy, Shimmer & Shine, Digby Dragon, Wissper, Nella the Princess Knight and the Floogals, alongside two Milkshake Presenters, this

brand-new show has plenty of laughter, audience interaction and great fun to get everyone up on their feet! It’s a family show not to be missed! Forum Theatre, Price: Adults £20.16, Under 16s £18.48 Family of 4 £66.08 Prices include 12% booking fee.

norbury theatre Tel: 01905 770154 CHILDREN’S THEATRE ‘HOW MUCH IS THAT DRAGON IN THE WINDOW?’ BY WIL DAVIES Saturday 18th April. The Norbury Players present an amateur production A play performed by adults especially for children aged 3 - 10 years.

They make a fun birthday treat!

2:30pm. Tickets £2.00.

Number 8 Tel: 01386 555488 GET LOST & FOUND PRESENTS ROALD DAHL & THE IMAGINATION SEEKERS Tuesday 7th April. All around the world Roald Dahl’s words are disappearing, not only from books but children’s minds too! Now only an organisation known as the Ancient Guild of Tale Tenders can save the stories – and they need your help. This show is a theatrical and interactive experience for all the family to enjoy. A thrilling story delivered through performance, games and creative play that explores Roald Dahl’s extraordinary stories, including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The BFG and The Twits along the way. Get Lost and Found have been specially commissioned

by Puffin Books to create this show, the only interactive show licensed by the Roald Dahl literary estate to tour.

For family audiences aged 5+.

Tickets: £10, 16 & under £8

For family audiences aged 5+ 2.30pm.

palace theatre Tel: 01527 65203 WELSH WRESTLING Friday 3rd April. Main Theatre Auditorium. Come and join us for an evening of glitz, glamour and bodyslam mayhem as the Welsh Wrestling roadshow invades The Palace Theatre for one night only! See the stars of the wrestling world collide in a night of super slamming action at this fun, crazy, family entertainment show. 5:30pm.

Tickets from £12

HORRIBLE HISTORIES Saturday 11th April. We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for Horrible Histories live on stage, with the West End show that’s never toured before! What if a Viking moved in next door? Will you roar with laughter with Richard the Lionheart? Has William Wallace met his match? Can King Charles keep his head?

Why not light up your life with the great fire of London? Will you see eye to eye with Admiral Nelson? Does the Duke of Wellington get the boot? Find out what a baby farmer did and meet the Lady of the Lamp!

Get ready for your great escape from the First World War! Tickets £16.00*, £13.00* (disc) £50.00* (family ticket) £56.00* Box (max 4 people) *inclusive of £1.00 booking fee Suitable for all. Running Time: 1 hour 5 mins approx. no interval

WIZARD OF OZ Saturday 18th April. Join Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and the cowardly Lion as they journey on a panto-filled adventure through Oz to meet the legendary Wizard and defeat the Wicked Witch of the West. Anton Benson Productions return with another

all-singing, all-dancing rib tickling show, starring Easter Panto favourites, Ryan “Wally” Greaves, Dame Phylip “Dolly” Harries and star casting to be announced. Tickets £19.50*, £18.50* (disc) £68.00* (Family) £16.50* Additional children: £78.00* Box (max 4 people) *inclusive of £1.00 booking fee.

Age: Suitable for all

WHAT A FEELING! STARSTRUCK ARTS Saturday 2nd - Sunday 3rd May. A theatrical treat for all the family! With exciting choreography, impressive vocals and their own Academy Awards presentation. The sensational students from StarStruck Performing Arts Academy will be showcasing their acting, singing and dancing! With well-known numbers from stage and screen, the glittering cast of SSPA can’t wait to perform at the Palace! Tickets: £15.50* Conc: £14.50* *inclusive of £1.00 booking fee Suitable for all. A theatrical treat for all the family! With exciting choreography, impressive vocals and their own Academy Awards presentation.

worcesterartsworkshop Tel: 01905 25053 THE LITTLE MERMAID HOLIDAY SCREENING Wednesday 8th April. We a screening the Disney classic The Little Mermaid during the school holidays, with adults only £3 and children under 12 only 99p plus booking fees. The Little Mermaid (U) Ursula, the sea witch, makes a devious deal with Princess Ariel allowing her to meet Eric, the human prince she loves. Unaware of her true intentions, Ariel lands herself in trouble. 11am-1pm.

worcester live Tel: 01905 611427 FAMTASTIC THE CONCERT Monday 30th March.

Location: Swan Theatre Time: 5pm & 8pm Price: £10. Help children celebrate the end of spring term with Famtastic! To promote our all new Famtastic Family Show taking place in Worcester at the end of June 2020, we are pleased to offer a taste of what to expect! Great family acts to include: Ezra Live, UK’s only tribute to George Ezra; Swiftie, one of the UK’s leading tributes to Taylor Swift; Diva Mix, using music of the most influential girl band in the world, Little Mix, and also featuring the UK’s number one tribute to global superstar and internet sensation from Dance Moms, JoJo Siwa!

Four great acts in one night – not to be missed!

STAC CHILDREN’S THEATRE: SAM’S SAUSAGE SPECTACULAR Saturday 11th April.

Location: Swan Theatre.

Time: 10.30am & 11.45am Price: £2.50 (Groups of 10 or more £2.25, Under 2s free).

Sam’s Sausage Spectacular

by Michael King Join in the fun, songs and audience participation in popular plays for two-to-nice-year-olds.

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