Primary Times in Hereford & Worcester MAY HALF TERM 2019

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Education, Roundabout, Bookstore, Pinboard, Theatre and more!

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Bookstore 6 In Hereford & Worcester

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 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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Roundabout

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Gardening With Children

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Mindfulness For Children

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Pinboard

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Theatre 18 Who’s treading the boards? ..........................................................................................

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TWO GREAT NURSERIES, ONE INCREDIBLE JOURNEY,

ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES

At King’s Worcester we are lucky to have two wonderfully unique Early Years settings within our Family of Schools. King’s Hawford Kindergarten, located to the North of Worcester, offers children a ‘free range’ start to their education journey with plenty of opportunities to explore the rural setting.

Whilst King’s St Alban’s Nursery, located in the City Centre, is an oasis of calm that encourages learning through play. Children learn to play and play to learn in what is essentially a child-led setting.

Wherever you decide to start the King’s

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School journey, your child will benefit from the same caring and inclusive philosophy that underpins our Early Years Ethos. We believe that it is incredibly important to ensure that these formative years are happy ones. Happy children thrive and this is at the heart of our approach. The emphasis lies very much in caring for and nurturing each child so they feel secure, cared for and confident at school and are happy and excited to return each day.

This is achieved by making sure our settings offer a warm and nurturing, home from

home environment which provides the stability young children need to develop confidence and independence. At the same time we ensure that the breadth of opportunities and activities available introduces them to the fun and adventure that awaits as they start their King’s education journey.

If you would like to learn more about Early Years at King’s please come along to one of our June Opening Mornings: ksw.org.uk/earlyyears. n

MALVERN ST JAMES 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.

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 selfbelief 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 584624 or by email admissions@malvernstjames.co.uk. n

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

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Ross Library, Cantilupe Road, Rosson-Wye HR9 7AN. 2:15pm - 2:45pm.

Free Bounce and Rhyme sessions - babies, toddlers and their families are all welcome! It’s a perfect way to introduce your baby to a love of books and reading. Contact: 01432 383280 | rosslibrary@herefordshire.gov.uk

POTTER’S WHEEL FUN Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Clencher’s Mill Ln, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RD. For families, couples and individuals during May, June & July.

Tues-Sat 10am-4pm. Simply email admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk or tel 01531 633886 to book a session.

Potter’s wheel projects start at £30 inclusive of firing & glazing.

Fabulously creative indoor activity.

Until 31st August LEGO CLUB

Ross-on-Wye Library, Cantilupe Road, Ross-on-Wye, HR4 7AN Time: 16:00 - 17:00 Join us for the free Lego club in the junior library every Friday design amazing creations and show off your creative side! Parents and carers are encouraged to join in. Lego is supplied - courtesy of Ross Library Development Group

MAY Tuesday 14th

PARENT AND TODDLER FAYRE 360 Play Town in Redditch’s Kingfisher Centre. Visitors attending between 9.30am-2.30pm on this day will be able to use the facilities free of charge. There will also be an opportunity to meet local

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businesses running in the Redditch area, along with the chance to sample workshops and browse stalls.

For more information, please visit www.360play.co.uk

Sunday 19th

MUM2MUMMARKET RGS The Grange, Grange Lane, Claines, Worcester, WR3 7RR. 10am - 12noon.

Buy top quality baby and children’s secondhand goods at our award winning, pop-up baby and children’s market nearly new sales. Admission £2 on the door, children free. worcestershire@mum2mummarket.co.uk

Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Clencher’s Mill Ln, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RD. FREE EVENT. Eastnor Pottery & The Flying Potter are inviting individuals and families to make a pot on the potter’s wheel.

Take your creation away on the day to dry and paint at home or leave it with us to be fired and glazed at cost. 15 min time slots available all day. Pre-booking essential. Email admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk or Tel: 01531 633886.

Until Saturday 18th BRICKHISTORY LEGO®

Hereford Museum and Art Gallery.

LEGO® works created by Warren Ellesmore An exhibition not to be missed! ‘Brick History is a journey through pivotal moments in world history, modelled in LEGO® bricks

by Warren Elsmore and his team of artists. Forget dry lists of kings or endless battles - this is history brought to life at a relatable, human level, featuring key figures from Mozart to Martin Luther King, scientific discoveries from the Big Bang to DNA, and recent history from mobile phones to the moon landings. Enjoy the LEGO models, from tiny recreations of Concorde and Titanic that would sit in your hand, to an impressive 1.5m square castle bustling with activity in periods of both peace and war.’

Tues-Sat 10-4.00 Late opening Fridays till 6.30. Extra opening Sunday 15 April

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Thursday 30th & Friday 31st LOVE YOUR PETS HOLIDAY CLUB

A holiday club focused on how to care for your pets for children aged 6-14. Adults are not required to stay.

5 hour sessions. Email animalcentre@ wolverley.worcs.sch.uk

Saturday 25th

WORCESTERSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST

Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Clencher’s Mill Ln, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RD. Spend the day relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £150. Includes materials, refreshments and lunch. Please tel 01531 633886 or email admin@ eastnorpottery.co.uk for more details

30 wild things to do this half term.

See how many wild activities you can complete - 11am till 3pm each day at Lower Smite Farm, Worcester £2 per child No booking required. www.worscwildlifetrust.co.uk

POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOP

Saturday 25th May Sunday 2nd June

Friday 17th - Sunday 19th MALVERN WALKING FESTIVAL HEY CLAY!

bugs and fantastical blooms. Places cost £20 per person. Telephone or email booking essential. 01531 633886 admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk

The Route to the Hills starts with the Malvern Walking Festival! What better way to experience the unique history and stunning landscape than with one of our experienced, knowledgeable guides. www.malvernwalking.uk

Monday 27th Friday 31st

ASHTONS CAFE & EVENTS! Wondering what to do over the May Half Term? Look no further and make a visit to Ashton Café. Animal handling, pebble decorating, outdoor fun. Small charge for craft activities.

Ashton Café, Ashton under Hill, Evesham 01386 882910

Tuesday 28th Thursday 30th

WHITSUN IN THE WOODS Everyday activities include woodland skills, cooking on an open fire, games, activities and free play. 28th May ages 8-12 29th & 30th May ages 5-8. £20 a day 9am - 4pm. Bring a packed lunch, old clothes, wellies and a change of clothing. www.thecartshed.co.uk

Tuesday 28th May Saturday 1st June ‘MAY BLOSSOM’

Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Clencher’s Mill Ln, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RD. Family Pottery Sessions in half term. Come make & paint a lidded pot encrusted with summer

JUNE Saturday 1st

THE GOODHEART ANIMAL SANCTUARIES Milson, near Kidderminster, has recently opened its doors to the public for the first of its monthly visitor days. Visitors can learn about the charity’s work, see some of its animal residents and have a guided tour of the site. The visitor days will be held on the first Saturday of the month until 7 September, from 2-5pm. goodheartanimalsanctuaries.com

Sunday 2nd

WILDLIFE WATCH CLUB WILD FAMILY DAY Queenswood Country Park & Arboretum, Queenswood Country Park & Arboretum, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 0PY. Wild Family Day: Everyone’s welcome to come and join us for some wild family fun in the woods. Sign up for 30 days wild and do something wild every day this month! 12:30 to 14:30

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WORCESTERSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST Bioblitzing for beginners at Hardwick Green Meadows. Visit these important meadows and take part in a mini bioblitz from 10am till 2pm.

No charge, all ages. www.worscwildlifetrust.co.uk

CHURCHILL FORGE WATER MILL OPEN DAY The Forge was one of the last working water powered forges in

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

Face Painting • Pony Rides • Lazer Tag • Bouncy Castles Inflatable Obstacle Courses and much more!

Worcester Racecourse, Grand Stand Road, Worcester, WR1 3EJ Tel: 01905 253 64 • Email: info@worcester-racecourse.co.uk • www. worcester-racecourse.co.uk For great days out listings, visit www.primarytimes.co.uk

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R the country, making hand tools such as spades, shovels and ladles.

The Bache family ran the Forge from before 1800 until it’s closure in 1969. Today the Forge still looks much the same as it did in 1900.

On the open day both water wheels will be turning, driving some of the original machinery. Open 2pm - 5pm. For more information go to churchillforge.org.uk

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WORCESTERSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST BIG WILD WEEKEND An action-packed day of wildlife fun from 10am - 4pm at Lower Smite Farm, Worcester. No charge suitable for all ages . No booking required.

Visit the website for details www. worscwildlifetrust.co.uk

Sunday 16th

DANCE FESTIVAL Stourport’s The Civic will launch its debut dance festival. The competition is aimed at any dance group within the Wyre Forest area and will be run by the Civic volunteers in association with Dance West Midlands. This event is being held with the intention of running a weekend-long event in 2020. Contact info@thecivicstourport

Friday 21st - Sunday 30th CONFETTI FLOWER FIELD AY WYKE MANOR

See the fields in full bloom. Please remember this is an outdoor event in a farm field: In hot weather it is very dry and dusty underfoot. On the other hand, on a rainy day it can be muddy. We recommend you wear appropriate footwear and clothing, including a hat and sunscreen on a sunny day. There is very little shade/ cover in the field. This is a pop-up 10-day event: They have portaloos available in the carpark and flower field, but there is no running water or electricity. www.confettidirect. co.uk/flowerfields

Saturday 22nd

CHILDREN’S NEARLY NEW SALE

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If you love a bargain why not pop along to the next Hereford mum2mum market on 22nd June at Whitecross High School from 10am-12pm. There will be loads of good quality, nearly new items under one roof for boys and girls from 0-6 years. AnnieDavehereford@ mum2mummarket.co.uk £2 entry.

Children are free. Free shopping bag for the first 100 customers. There will be delicious, homemade cakes available and hot drinks at the pop up cafe. Sponsored by Turtle Tots.

Supporting local charity, Martha Trust. Sellers can donate their unsold items at the end of the sale and they will be taken to the charities shop in town to raise funds.

BREDON’S BIG DAY OUT Bredon Playing Fields. Bigger than ever - new for 2019 Ferret Racing, Junk Drumming, Gladiator Dual and Funky Festival Fashion. From 2pm live music starting at 5pm. Free event

POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOPS Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Clencher’s Mill Ln, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RD. Spend the day relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £150. Includes materials, refreshments and lunch. Please tel 01531 633886 or email admin@ eastnorpottery.co.uk for more details

Sunday 23rd

THE NEU-SERVO FAMILY FUN RACEDAY Worcester Racecourse. Our fantastic Family Fun Day returns this June with a great value day out for the whole family. Kids go FREE and there will be plenty of FREE kids activities, as well as 7 thrilling races for the grown-ups to enjoy. The children’s activities are located inside the Centre Course Enclosure and are all free of charge for the children to use. Tickets are on sale now. Children under 18 go free when accompanied by an adult and do not need a ticket to gain entry to the racecourse. You are welcome to bring a picnic and your own drinks (including alcohol) into the Centre Course Enclosure. Please note that you cannot bring food & drink into the County Enclosure.

Worcester-racecourse.co.uk

Friday 28th - Sunday 30th ORBIT FITNESS FESTIVAL

Hopton Court, Cleobury Mortimer.

Love fitness? Love festivals? With a choice of over 50 workouts included in your ticket price, Orbit is the

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perfect place to try something new, focus on your favourite activities or just chill out with your friends and family. Set in the beautiful grounds of Hopton Court, Orbit boasts a brilliant line up of fitness presenters, workouts, talks and therapies. The main arena is hidden inside a secret 19th century walled garden with an incredible music stage, artisan food court, real ale, cider and gin bars. Explore the yoga & meditation areas, the HIIT workouts, the trail run, the bootcamp & the wellbeing trade village. Plus children under 13 go FREE with loads of FREE family entertainment & activities.

There’s also up to 3 nights camping or glamping available with amazing views of rural South Shropshire! orbitfitnessfestival@gmail.com

Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th BROMYARD GALA

The great Herefordshire show for all the family, since 1967. The first Bromyard Gala was held in 1967 to showcase the attractions of the market town of Bromyard. Fast forward 52 years, and the event remains Herefordshire’s biggest celebration of country pursuits and rural lifestyle. Welcoming thousands of visitors over a two-day event, Bromyard Gala is a fantastic outing for all the family. From Heavy horses to steam engines, vintage caravans to handicrafts, every year the Gala gets bigger and better. There is a jampacked programme of events over the weekend as well as countless stalls, demonstrations and activities to join in with. On-site parking is free and well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome. Visit bromyardgala.org.uk to buy advance tickets.

STEP BACK TO THE 1940S Severn Valley Railway. We turn the clocks back to the 1940s with this colourful, flag-waving journey back to wartime Britain. A fantastic selection of daytime attractions are on offer along the line, many tying-in with the 75th anniversary of the D-Day Landings. We’ve got costumed re-enactors, famous faces, the battle at Highley, thrilling fire-fighting demonstrations, live music, 40s wedding, hairdresser, shop, replica air raid shelter, allied encampment, 40s marketplace and more. Your tickets permit ‘Freedom of the Line’ travel, so you can visit each station and its many attractions and get free entry to The Engine House Visitor Centre on

the day of your choice. Plus, you can get dancing on the platforms at our evening Big Band Shows at Kidderminster on both Saturdays, featuring the Kalamazoo Band and culminating in an explosive finale.

Tickets sold separately. Event also takes places on July 6th & 7th. See www.svr.co.uk for more.

JULY Saturday 13th

BROMSGROVE CARNIVAL Sanders Park, Bromsgrove. We will have our stunning parade with even more floats. Bromsgrove Carnival is a not for profit event that has been run for over 100 years and is run entirely by volunteers. The event raises money for a nominated charity (or charities) and the charity is nominated at the A.G.M. The money is raised by means of organising a Carnival and/ or Carnival Parade and/ or other associated events at given times throughout the year. bromsgrovecarnival.org

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CHURCHILL FORGE WATER MILL OPEN DAY The Forge was one of the last working water powered forges in the country, making hand tools such as spades, shovels and ladles.

The Bache family ran the Forge from before 1800 until it’s closure in 1969. Today the Forge still looks much the same as it did in 1900.

On the open day both water wheels will be turning, driving some of the original machinery. Open 2pm - 5pm. For more information go to churchillforge.org.uk

WARNDON VILLAGES ANNUAL SUMMER FETE 2019 Our Annual Summer Fete, brought to you by Lyppard Hub and sponsored

by Warndon Parish Council, is Warndon Villages biggest and most popular event, bringing everyone together to celebrate the Hub being the heart of the community. There is something for everyone to enjoy; pony rides, inflatables, all kinds of stalls, live music, BBQ, fairground rides, community organisations, delicious refreshments and loads of entertainment! Free Event

Let us help YOUR family to improve themselves!

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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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Venues in

Tewkesbury

Tel: 07926 312645

Ross on Wye

Tel: 07725 228016

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LOSE WEIGHT & STAY YOUNG WITH TAEKWONDO! Children benefit in a big way from the discipline of martial arts training at such a young age. All young students of Tae Kwon-Do are taught the importance of being polite and courteous, being honest to others and themselves, persevering with all that life throws at them, keeping their emotions and temper under control and being brave and strong people. This discipline we teach stretches to life outside Tae Kwon-Do and helps to develop young minds in a positive way.

Taekwondo can work at YOUR pace. Our abilities within your local clubs range from Para-Taekwondo to World Champion, ages from 4 to 70. If you would like the opportunity to compete in Taekwondo we have many opportunities including a gateway program to the Olympic trials.

This year, hit all your summer goals in one with the UKs fastest growing Sport! Tae Kwon-Do is the key to complete physical and mental wellbeing and it is suitable for all ages and abilities!

Forget that boring treadmill or the same old class down the gym, time to engage the mind and challenge the body with Taekwondo. You wont have to watch your diet as closely since your average class burns 100’s of extra calories! But not just

your waist will benefit; you will keep a healthy heart, help aid ailments such as arthritis, strengthen immune system, relieve tension and stress, enhance flexibility, build core strength, improve balance, build strength of body & mind, challenge yourself every session, have fun, meet new friends and lead a positive healthy lifestyle! The all-round balance of Tae Kwon-Do works against the effects of age and can actually help reduce the aging process, including keeping a sharp and active mind!

The Tae Kwon-Do Association of Great Britain is the largest single martial arts association in Europe, a founding member of the British Taekwondo Council which is recognised by Sport UK as the only governing body for sports in the UK. Their schools are spread across the breadth of the country and classes can be found 7 days a week in your local area, taught by highly qualified and experienced instructors and monitored closely by the governing bodies. TAGB schools are among the few that still practise Tae Kwon-Do in its traditional form.

Beginners classes are starting now across Worcestershire and the West Midlands. To locate your local schools or for more information call now on 07885 293088. All Callers will receive 2 free trial sessions at the venue of their choice!

FAMILY-RUN FINE DINING RESTAURANT HAS BEEN

SHORTLISTED FOR TWO MIDLANDS AWARDS

A Herefordshire based fine dining restaurant, Green Cow Kitchens, has been shortlisted as a finalist in two categories in the Midlands Awards 2019.

Green Cow Kitchens has been shortlisted in the ‘Sustainable/Ethical Manufacturer’ and ‘Food & Drink’ categories of the acclaimed awards and will now come up against the region’s elite for the coveted accolade.

The family-run restaurant, born in 2012, was renovated from an old pigsty on the Whitbourne Estate. Since its opening, Green Cow Kitchens has been showcasing the very best that the farm can produce. All food is reared on the farm and the tasting menu remains seasonal throughout the year with chefs foraging for wild garlic, hedgerow berries and fruit. What isn’t grown on the farm is sourced from local suppliers.

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The highly successful restaurant draws guests both locally and nationally to try the unique monthly tasting menus, created with the help of Chef, Patrick McDonald, who previously ran his own Michelin starred restaurant.

The elite judging panel of industry experts whittled almost 70 entries down to the eventual finalists and will announce the overall winners at the awards ceremony on Thursday, 2nd May at the Macdonald Burlington Hotel, Birmingham. The Made in the Midlands Awards 2019 are organised by Insider Media, the UK’s most successful regional B2B media company.

Joe Evans, managing director and founder of Green Cow Kitchens said “We’re absolutely delighted to be shortlisted for not only one, but two awards! Just being shortlisted for these awards is a testament

to the hard work our family-run team have put into creating a restaurant that showcases our lovingly reared produce and selection of local produce.”

The power couple behind Green Cow Kitchens, Joe and Keeley, are set to open a luxury events venue later this year, as they were inspired to share their magnificent estate and mouth-watering food offering on a much larger scale. Crumplebury is set to open in October and will consist of a beautiful banqueting hall, lounge, bar and 13 luxury bedrooms.

Green Cow Kitchens has also recently been shortlisted in the Family Business of the Year category at this year’s Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber Business awards.

For more information on Green Cow Kitchens, please visit www.greencowkitchens.co.uk.

POTTERY PAINTING STUDIO

IN CENTRAL EVESHAM Kaz & Annie’s, Ceramics and More... are a ceramic painting studio opened at 18 Vine Mews, Vine Street, Evesham, WR11 4RE.

We offer ceramic/pottery painting, decopatch and foam clay together with other craft classes, in a small, friendly studio where you can drop in and create your own unique piece from our range of bisques and papier mache items. All ages and abilities are welcome, no artistic flair is needed, just come along, relax and enjoy.

We have a range of items from Dragons, Unicorns and Word plaques to cars and prices start from £3.50.

Why not pop in and have a look at what we have to offer?

New in are our personalised sliver hand or foot print keepsakes for all the family from WOW Silver – there is a full range from necklaces, charms and keyrings.

We can also offer birthday parties and exclusive use/hire. Our normal opening hours are Tuesday – Friday 10am – 3pm and Saturday 10am – 4pm with extended hours during the school holidays.

Follow us on facebook or give us a call on 01386 304878 or email ceramicsandmore18@hotmail.com.

GEEKY GADGET GIRL Back in June 2017, Claire decided to start an IT Consultancy alongside doing her degree in Computer Science and Cyber Security. She is passionate about protecting families and small businesses against online crime and was keen to offer them the benefits of her knowledge with all Windows, Apple and Android devices. Her feeling was that smart devices were getting smarter and more technical much more quickly than people were able to keep up with. “Sometimes people feel embarrassed that they don’t know what all the settings do and don’t know who to ask as the younger members of their family do everything far too quickly for them

to learn anything from them” said Claire “I work at my clients speed and write everything down for them to refer to later. I have found that most people are quite unaware of what makes a good password, often using the same password for multiple accounts – which is a hacker’s dream! I have easy ways to help you protect all your online accounts without having to remember lots of complicated passwords.” Claire now looks after many local businesses and is on call to lots of families around Malvern and Worcester.

Visit www.geekygadgetgirl.co.uk for more information.

WALK, REST AND RAIL FOR NEW COLLEGE WORCESTER Entries are now open for this year’s, Walk, Rest and Rail event and New College Worcester are encouraging local people to take part in this family friendly event.

It takes place on Saturday 8th June 2019 and the 7 mile route, beginning at Bewdley follows the River Severn to Arley before the last leg ending at The Ship Inn, Highley. Walkers can enjoy tea and cake followed by a relaxing ride on the Severn Valley Railway back to Bewdley.

Debby took part last year and said, “It was a thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding experience, raising funds for a very worthwhile cause and enjoying the beautiful countryside at the same time.”

The event is kindly being sponsored this year by Thursfields Solicitors and some of their employees from the Wyre Forest will be taking part.

Kevin Hateley, Head of Fundraising added, “We’d love to have even more walkers this year, last year was amazing and the atmosphere and sense of achievement was fantastic. The tea and cake at the end went down well with everyone! All the money raised from this event goes towards supporting the young people at the college who are blind or partially sighted. ” To take part in this event either sign up online at: www.ncw.co.uk Or phone the fundraising team on 01905 763933 or email fundraising@ncw.co.uk for an entry form.

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The Artrix Tel: 01527 577330 SOURPUSS Wednesday 29th May. Sourpuss is a very grumpy, ginger cat. Shut out of the house he feels lost and confused, but the garden soon intrigues him. Ideal for children aged 3-8 and their families. Watch Sourpuss on his journey of discovery, learning the secrets of the great outdoors.

From buzzing bees to a chirpy robin, stinky rubbish and vibrant flowers this visual show is a feast for little eyes. This playful adventure features string and shadow puppets beautifully crafted by hand. Join us at 12noon for a fabulous workshop where you can make one of the characters from the show. 11am & 1.30pm, £8, £30 Family Ticket (4)

GISELLE: VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET Sunday 2nd June. The ultimate romantic ballet, Giselle is a tale of innocence, love, betrayal and madness With music by one of the 19th century’s best composers, Adolphe Adam, and choreography by the late Nicholas Beriosoff, VFB’s traditional staging of this

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1841 masterpiece moves from the sunny optimism of Giselle’s idyllic village life to an ethereal world of mystery and menace. Giselle, a peasant girl, has fallen in love with Count Albrecht, who has told her he is a villager named Loys. Her discovery of his true identity has devastating consequences.

With its irresistible combination of a heart-breaking story and exquisite choreography, Giselle is the perfect way to discover classical ballet. www. viennafestivalballet.com 5pm, Tickets £20, £15 - Under 16s, £66 - Family Ticket 2+2 or 1+3

The civic Tel: 01299 823339 THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FLY May 28th. There was an Old Lady who Swallowed a Fly. I don’t know why she swallowed a fly… But The People’s Theatre Company do! And now you can too as they bring one of the world’s best loved nursery rhymes to life just in time to celebrate the 45th anniversary of Pam Adams’ best selling book! From the creators of Don’t Dribble On The Dragon, this magical show has been written

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especially for grown ups to enjoy with their children, so come and relive the delights of this most charming of tales complete with a feast of sing along songs, colourful animal characters and heart warming family fun. It’s the perfect treat for anyone aged 2 to 102! The songs in the show including If You’re Happy and You know It, Incy Wincy Spider and many more. Running Time: 1hr Start Time: 14.30 All tickets £10, Group of four £35

HAIRSPRAY Wednesday 17th July Saturday 20th July Its Talking Props 5th Birthday and they wanted to celebrate with a bang, so… Talking Props Performing Arts Studios are proud to present HAIRSPRAY! The 1950’s are out and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of 8 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical piled bouffant high with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs. It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire — to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning

Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network, all without denting her ‘do! 7:30pm start , 2pm Matinee on the 20th July.

Adults £15 , Concessions £12.

The courtyard Tel: 01432 340555 FAIRYTALE INCLUSIVE WORKSHOP Wednesday 29th May. Come along to our inclusive fairytale workshop to enjoy a day full of drama, dance and arts and craft activities! All practitioners and staff are experienced in working with young people who may have special educational needs and/or disabilities. Suggested age range 8-15 years. £15 per day. To book a place, please contact Rebecca Cook on 01432 346511 or e-mail rebecca.cook@courtyard.org.uk

THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FLY Thursday 30th May. There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly. I don’t know why she swallowed a fly… But The People’s Theatre Company do!

And now you can too as they bring one of the world’s best loved nursery rhymes to life just in time to celebrate the 45th

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anniversary of Pam Adams’ best selling book! From the creators of Don’t Dribble On The Dragon, this magical show has been written especially for grown ups to enjoy with their children, so come and relive the delights of this most charming of tales complete with a feast of sing along songs, colourful animal characters and heart warming family fun. It’s the perfect treat for anyone aged 2 to 102! The songs in the show including If You’re Happy and You know It, Incy Wincy Spider and many more are available to sing along to on The People’s Theatre Company’s website at www.ptc. org.uk so why not have a listen and join in when you visit the theatre! Tickets: £10 children. £12 Adult

REACHING OUT Saturday 15th June. During this interactive workshop, our community Youth Theatres will showcase their latest performance piece before everyone is invited to participate in a fun drama based workshop.

All ages welcome! Courtyard Family Saturdays pre-activity from 10.30am: Drama warm up games! Tickets £7.50

evesham arts Tel: 01386 446944 THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO Saturday 25th May. The much-loved family favourite in a brilliant & brand-new musical adaptation by Immersion

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Theatre! Based on the fantastical children’s book, this magical story leaps off the page and onto the stage in this high energy re-telling of Pinocchio’s extraordinary adventures.

Packed with comedy, audience interaction and a host of new songs guaranteed to have you singing along from start to finish, this high energy musical promises to be the perfect treat for the whole family, no strings attached! 16:30 £10.00 (Full price) £8.50 (Concs)

malvern theatre Tel: 0845 287 2146 SHOOTING STARS CIRCUS SKILLS WORKSHOPS Thursday 30th May. Ever wanted to run away with the circus? Well now you can!

Students will have an array of equipment to juggling balls, rings and scarves, spinning plates, diabolos, flower sticks, and larger equipment such as stilts, fun wheels, pedal racers, unicycles & mini-bikes. Fantastic fun with professional instructors!

10am – 12:30pm, 4-8 year olds, 1:30pm – 4pm 9 years + £15.

For further information about all classes and workshops please contact: Bridget Lloyd, Head of Creative Learning at 01684 580956 or bridget@malverntheatres.co.uk

THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA May 31st – 1st June. A musical play adapted and directed by DAVID WOOD, based on the book by JUDITH KERR

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Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns on tour, celebrating over 10 years on stage! The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger! Join the teaguzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem… expect to be surprised! Price: £15 Groups of 10+ £10.64 (Phone bookings only 01684 892277) Members discounts apply Show Times: Friday at 1.30pm Saturday and Sunday at 11am & 2pm

ZOG Wednesday 5th - Thursday 6th June. Large in size, and keen in nature, Zog is so eager to win a golden star at Madam Dragon’s school, where dragons learn all the things that dragons need to know. Zog tries so very hard, perhaps too hard, and he bumps, burns and roars his way through years one, two and three. Luckily, the plucky Princess Pearl patches him up ready to face his biggest challenge yet…a duel with Gadabout the Great! Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved ZOG comes to life in Mike Shepherd’s (founder and Artistic Director of Kneehigh) magical adaptation with Johnny Flynn’s (The Sussex Wit) sumptuous folk score featuring live musicians. Katie Sykes‘ design lifts the book from the page and creates a real and fantastical world. From the team behind Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales and Tabby McTat, ZOG promises to be roaring fun for all ages. Price: £17.36 & £15.12 Under 16’s £2 off Groups of 10+ £12.32.

FAME Monday 8th - Saturday 13th.

The definitive 30th anniversary

tour of Fame The Musical starring Keith Jack (Any Dream Will Do, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat), Mica Paris (Love Me Tender, Chicago, Mama I Want To Sing) and Jorgie Porter (Hollyoaks, Dancing On Ice). Based on the 1980 phenomenal pop culture film, Fame The Musical is the international smash hit sensation following the lives of students at New York’s High School For The Performing Arts as they navigate their way through the highs and lows, the romances and the heartbreaks and the ultimate elation of life. This bittersweet but uplifting triumph of a show explores the issues that confront many young people today: prejudice, identity, pride, literacy, sexuality, substance abuse and perseverance. Fame The Musical has seen seven West End runs since opening on Broadway in 1988 and continues to be one of the best loved musicals across the world.

Featuring the Oscar-winning title song and a cast of outstanding dancers, singers, musicians and actors as they transform from star struck pupils to superstars.

Fame The Musical will indeed live forever. Prices vary.

norbury theatre Tel: 01905 770154 CHILDREN’S THEATRE ‘REX COMES HOME’ BY PAUL ROBINSON Saturday 18th May. A short play performed by adults especially for children aged 3 years plus. They make a fun birthday treat! 2:30pm Tickets £2.00

palace theatre Tel: 01527 65203 MINISTRY OF SCIENCE LIVE! 2019 Thursday 20th June.

WARNING! WARNING! 100% Educational. 200% Entertaining. 300% Explosive.

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400% Fun. This is a public safety announcement…..Please keep your head firmly on your shoulders, and your arms, legs and feet inside the ride at all times – Ministry of Science Live is about to explode onto the stage! Ministry of Science Live is not your ordinary science show – it comes with a bang. It comes with a whoosh. But most of all it comes with a hovercraft built on stage! This new production takes an anarchic approach to science communication whilst looking at the inventors and engineers who have shaped and inspired the modern world that we live in. From Liquid Nitrogen frozen flowers; to Hydrogen Bottle Rockets. From Buzz Aldrin to Virgin Galactic.

From a cat food tin to the Hovercraft. From the discovery of Methane to the invention of the Battery. Join the super talented presenters and the voiceover from above (X Factor’s Peter Dickson) as they take you on a journey using brilliantly designed demonstrations with a few loud bangs to lead the way.

Fingers in ears advised. 1pm & 6.30pm. www.ministryofscience. org. Tickets: School rate: £11.00 Full Price: £16.00. Conc: £14.00 Family: £58.00 Box: £60.00

MILKSHAKE 2019 Saturday 22nd June.

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

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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!

12pm & 4pm. Tickets: £16.00 Family ticket (two children, two adults) £60.00 Box (max 4 people) £60.00

CHOIRS CONNECTED SING Tuesday 2nd July. Choirs Connected invites you to a summer evening of uplifting songs for all the family. Relax and enjoy the sounds of Choirs Connected Elite Choir, Family Choir 2019, local school choirs and our guests: It’s a Sign (Winners of Redditch Has Talent 2018, over 18 categories,) ‘I don’t sing because I’m happy, I’m happy because I sing!’

Music Director: Maria Brannelly.

Vocal Coach: Samantha Gorton. 6.30pm Tickets: £8.50 Concession: £6.00

REDDITCH HAS TALENT Thursday 4th July. The Palace Theatre as once again gone out in seach of local talent. This show is the culmination of that search featuring a selction of hand-picked finalists who have come through the audition process and now come together

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to show that Redditch really does have talent covering a variety of artistic endeavours.

7pm. Tickets £10.00 £7.00 (disc)

PETER PAN Thursday 11th - Saturday 13th July. Join us in Neverland where you’ll never grow old. All you have to do is imagine happy thoughts and follow the second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning. This classic tale by JM Barrie has been bought to life with a lively musical score

by Stiles and Drewe, following the adventures of the Darling children as they join Peter and Tink in Neverland where they discover the lost boys, Captain Hook, and many more weird and wonderful characters! 7.30pm Mat 2.30pm Tickets £11.00 £9.00 (Conc) £36.00 (family Ticket)

The Regal Tel: 01584 811 442 ANNIE - THE MUSICAL Saturday 6th - Saturday 13th July. The 2019 Community Musical is Annie!

After the huge success of Oliver! and The Wizard of Oz we are pleased to announce Annie as this years community musical.

This is a community event with participants being drawn from the local area. Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a world-wide phenomenon and was the winner of seven Tony Awards including Best Musical.

The beloved book and score by Tony Award winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin features some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written including “Tomorrow”, “It’s a Hard Knock Life” & “You’re Never Fully Dressed.”With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find her parents

who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. She finds a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.

7pm – Mat 2pm on the 7th & 13th. Tickets from £12.

worcester live Tel: 01905 611427 THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW 11th July. Location: Swan Theatre. The Very Hungry Caterpillar, by author/illustrator Eric Carle, has delighted generations of readers since it was first published in 1969, selling more than 43 million copies worldwide. Eric’s wellknown books captivated readers with his iconic, colourful, handpainted tissue paper collage illustrations and distinctively simple stories, introducing generations of children to a bigger, brighter world – and to their first experience of reading itself. Now, the timeless classic has made its way off the page and onto the stage. Created

by Jonathan Rockefeller, this critically acclaimed production features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets, faithfully adapting four of Eric Carle’s stories: Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, The Very Lonely Firefly and, of course, the star of the show celebrating its 50th birthday in 2019, Time: 1.30pm & 4.30pm Price: £13.50 (Concessions £11.50, 2 adults & 2 children £46)

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