Primary Times in Surrey - October Half Term 2018

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October Half Term 2018

15th October - 26th November 2018

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Second Floor, Richardson House, 21/24 New St, Worcester. WR1 2DP. Tel: 01905 723011 Fax: 01905 780103 Publishing Editor: Dawn Pardoe - 01905 727909 Design and Production: Paul Blyth Sales & PR: Jo Williams - 01905 727903 Primary Times is independently published and distributed free through Infant and Junior Schools throughout Surrey. 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.

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DEVELOPING POTENTIAL FOR LIFE

St. Andrew’s School was founded in 1937 and is a respected and thriving co-educational Prep school, of around 300 children. Set in 11 acres of grounds approximately half a mile from Woking town centre, the school seeks to create a nurturing and happy environment of trust and support in which all pupils are encouraged and enabled to develop their skills, talents, interests and potential to the full - intellectually, physically and spiritually.

At St. Andrew’s children feel secure and confident and are highly motivated to perform to the best of their ability in all aspects of school life. They are competitive without losing sight of their responsibility to share and they are justifiably proud of their school and their own personal achievements. We also place great emphasis on consideration for others and aim to teach children about patience, empathy and unselfishness, whilst encouraging them to use their time wisely in an independent and self-reliant manner.

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St. Andrew’s School prides itself in providing a broad based curriculum that focuses on enabling our children to enjoy a full range of subjects. Educating the whole child is central to our ethos and, whilst academic standards are high, there are also real opportunities to develop their skills in art, music and sport together with a fantastic programme of after school activities. In our latest ISI inspection report (January 2016), the school was rated ‘excellent’ in all areas, and with the benefit of individual attention and specialist teachers in all areas of the curriculum, the children are able to reach their full potential in a happy, caring and supportive environment.

When it is time to move on to senior schools at the end of Year 8, the children are prepared for entrance and scholarship exams to a wide range of independent senior schools and the school provides guidance and advice to parents on the senior school choices that best suit each individual child.

St. Andrew’s is very proud of its excellent on-site facilities including sports pitches, an all weather pitch, tennis courts, cricket nets and swimming pool. We are very fortunate to enjoy the benefits of carefully designed school grounds that meet the needs of the children’s physical and social development.

This includes an exciting new development project that will provide us with a performing arts centre, new classrooms, changing rooms and food technology room.

Children are assessed for entry into Year 2 and above.

Don’t just take our word for it! Come and visit the school to see for yourself at our next open morning on Saturday 3rd November, 10am – 12 noon and take a guided tour by one of our senior pupils. We look forward to welcoming you. n

OPEN DAYS AND TOURS

Tours of the school led by Anne Cooper, Headteacher, for entry to Reception class in September 2019 will be available at the following times: Tuesday 30th October 2018 at 10am | Wednesday 31st October 2018 at 10am Monday 5th November 2018 at 10am | Tuesday 6th November 2018 at 1.30pm Thursday 8th November 2018 at 10am | Friday 9th November 2018 at 10am Monday 12th November 20118 - 1.30pm | Tuesday 13th November 2018 - 1.30pm Thursday 15th November 2018 - 10am | Monday 19th November 2018 - 10am Tuesday 20th November 2018 - 10am | Wednesday 21st November 2018 - 1.30pm

Please contact the school office on 01932 224 009 to book a space.

Further details are available on our website.

Bell Farm Primary School, Hersham Road, Hersham, Walton on Thames, KT12 5NB

E: info@bell-farm.surrey.sch.uk

www.bell-farm.co.uk

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IS IT YOUR TIME TO TRAIN TO TEACH? We believe that the best place for trainee teachers to learn how to become excellent classroom practitioners is in schools. As a provider of initial teacher training, we provide a one-year programme for high quality graduates to train. Our trainees spend the majority of their time in a school environment, whilst receiving high quality support and training. Learning in this way means that trainees feel part of the school community. It allows schools to grow their own and offers successful trainees a longterm career pathway that goes well beyond initial teacher training. Working with an alliance of highly successful primary and secondary schools and other professionals, we have staff development with outstanding learning and teaching at the core of everything we do.

GLF Schools’ Teacher Training is an alliance of highly successful schools in Surrey and beyond, with a very strong history of providing exceptional ITT since 2013.

Trainees will be trained in a highly supportive and aspirational environment and will develop the rigour, professional knowledge, understanding and skills necessary for the delivery of creative, purposeful and challenging teaching and learning in primary and secondary schools.

‘Becoming a teacher is a privilege. You contribute to the shaping and development of children and young people as they grow up. Whilst it has its demands, it is never too late to become a teacher.

We are delighted to offer a wide range of options available to those looking to enter the teaching profession and we continue to ensure that we provide the most comprehensive support package in place for all of our trainees’. n Jon Chaloner CEO, GLF Schools

‘Having almost completed my training, I can now say that teacher training has, without doubt, been the best career decision I’ve made! Teaching provides me with a sense of fulfilment that I never had in 20 years of marketing.’

David – Geography

‘I’ve learnt a lot about myself this year and have had my mind opened to a completely new world. With the support of my mentor, the SCITT team and fellow trainees, I feel proud of what I’ve achieved and I’m ready for my NQT year in September!’

Deirdre – Physics ‘Training with GLF Schools’ SCITT has been an incredible journey. The Professional Studies sessions have all been of a very high standard, enabling me to progress as a practitioner over the course of the year.’

Matt – Geography

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CB SWIMMING We run lessons at Downsend School Leatherhead and Epsom College, from 2 years for all abilities. All our staff are ASA and/or STA qualified and CRB checked. We have helpers in the water to assist with the less able swimmers. All equipment is supplied, all you need to bring is swimwear. We follow the ASA and STA badge schemes. We also do

Master classes which are suitable if you’re looking for triathlon training. All lessons are 30mins and run with the school terms.

It’s very important that the parents get involved during the lesson, that’s why we like to see parents watching and encouraging the children from the side of the pool. We are friendly and approachable with over 30 years of experience. n

COME & TRY A CLASS FOR FREE

Swimming Lessons Quality classes in small groups

Lessons for:

• Adults and Children from 2 yrs • Non Swimmers • Improvers • Advanced • SUPER Advanced CLASSES HELD AT DOWNSEND SCHOOL LEATHERHEAD AND EPSOM COLLEGE

For more info contact Colin on: 01372-739600 or colin@cbswimming.co.uk www.colin-bull-swimming-lessons.co.uk

FENNIES Fennies is a family chain of ten gorgeous nurseries in Surrey and South East where children aged from three months to five years begin an amazing learning journey from nursery to preschool.

Our nurseries are wonderful and inspiring places where children explore, play, make new friends and discover an exciting world of multi-sensory experiences. Our Fennies team are passionate and welcoming Early Years teachers who cherish and nurture children in custom made indoor and outdoor spaces that incite wonder and curiosity and enable learning through play.

Nutritious and delicious meals are freshly prepared on site by our nursery chef and we cater for all dietary requirements including babies who are weaning. We have private,

drive-in car parks for safe and convenient drop-offs and pickups and all of our nurseries are open from 7am to 7pm daily for parents who need flexibility.

All of our nurseries are rated Good or Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. Fees are fully inclusive and include a bespoke settling in period. 30 hours childcare is available and all childcare vouchers and tax free childcare payments are accepted.

We work in partnership with parents so that every child can grow and develop in their own unique way. To book a visit at your local Fennies nursery, please go to www. fennies.com or call 0208 770 3222. To take advantage of free registration simply quote ‘PT18’ n

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Hawk Conservancy Trust, Visitor Centre, Weyhill, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 8DY. Time: 7pm. Join us for a magical evening when you can step into the magical world of owls. Watch these mystical birds twist and turn through the night sky. See website for prices.

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Chessington World of Adventure, Leatherhead Road, Chessington KT9 2NE. Time: 10am – 8pm. There’s spooktacular fun for all ages at

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Chessington this Halloween half term. With rides in the dark and four extra attractions, including Room on the Broom Spooky Story Time.

Tickets: £29.

concert-goers respond to these short interactive sessions. And there’s tea, coffee and muffins (for the children as well) included in the ticket price!

Tickets: £10 per session.

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Saturday 20th

MOZART AND MUFFINS Guildhall, High Street, Guildford GU1 3AA. Time: 10.15 – 11am.

Following Mozart and Muffins’ highly successful launch last season, Southern Pro Musica, is delighted to return to Guildford’s iconic Guildhall for six short classical music sessions for pre-school children. There’ll be two per term, featuring music delivered by professional musicians in bite-sized chunks for parents, carers, babies and toddlers to enjoy.

Early exposure to classical music can be beneficial in many ways for very young children, boosting listening and concentration skills and laying exciting foundations for later musical development. French researcher Dr Alfred A. Tomatis, who coined the term ‘The Mozart effect’, even believed that classical music encouraged development of the brain. Do come along and see for yourself how our youngest

WILLSON ACADEMY PRESENTS ‘LET’S DANCE’ The Leatherhead Theatre, Church Street, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 8DN. Time: 12.30pm & 6.30pm, Willson Academy of Performing Arts have pleasure in presenting their school show, ‘Let’s Dance’ showcasing the many different genres and styles taught at the school from Musical Theatre and Street Dance to classical ballet. Ticket: Adults: £16, Children and Concessions: £14.

Saturday 20th Sunday 28th

HANSEL AND GRETEL TRAIL Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher KT10 9JG. Time: 10am – 4pm.

Hansel and Gretel are in danger! Can you help them to escape from the clutches of the Wicked Witch? Take the trail and live the tale. Tickets: Normal admission applies, children in fancy dress get in for free.

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R HALLOWEEN AT BIRDWORLD Birdworld Holt Pound, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4LD. Time: 10am – 6pm.

Our Halloween Grotto will be open from Saturday 20th to Sunday 28th October. Visit Birdworld at haunting time and ‘magic’ up a little something for the spooky season. Walk through the creepy corridors of our unique Halloween Grotto to see a spectacle of spooks and a coven of very wicked witches. Plenty of fun with a little bit of fright! Make sure you come and join in the scary fun! No booking required, and usual park entry ticket prices apply – see website.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN TRAIL Winkworth Arboretum, Godalming

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GU8 4AD. Become a woodland wizard and create your own magical wand. Free entry for children in Halloween costume. Tickets: Normal admission applies, plus £3 per trail.

HALLOWEEN TRAIL Polesden Lacey, near Dorking. This Halloween follow a spooky trail at Polesden Lacey, down Nun’s Walk, guided by the ghostly dogs who used to live here. Dare you go into the real life pet cemetery? Polesden’s Edwardian owner loved her dogs so much she had the cemetery created to honour them. There are 17 named headstones dedicated to her pet pals.

Normal admission plus £3 per trail.

WIZARDS AND WITCHES WEEK Bocketts Farm Park, Young Street, Leatherhead KT22 9BS. Time: 10am – 5.30pm. Enjoy a full packed programme of fun and freaky activities including a Quiz Trail, Creepy Craft Corner and Reptile Roadshow, where you’ll get the chance to meet awesome creepy crawlies up close!

Plus, they’ll be hundreds of pumpkins on sale and amazing magic shows from the Wizard magician! Daily activities include pony rides, tractor

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rides, animal handling and pig racing, and you can meet and feed all of the friendly farm animals too. With a large heated indoor play barn, trampolines, pedal go karts, young driver’s area and a jumping pillow, there’s plenty to keep the whole family amused, whatever the weather! For ticket prices visit: www.bockettsfarm.co.uk/plan-yourvisit/times-prices.asp

‘ROOM ON THE BROOM’ RHS Garden Wisley, Woking GU23 6QB. Time: 10.30am -3.30pm, Trails around the garden, witchy crafts and a variety of free fun activities, also pumpkin carving (3 days pre-booked workshop, £5 per pumpkin with tools and templates). See website for details.

Tickets: Free with Garden entry except for pumpkin carving at £5 per pumpkin.

HALLOWEEN HALF-TERM Hatchlands Park, near Guildford.

Enjoy spooky fun and pumpkin carving in the courtyard at Hatchlands Park. Normal admission plus £3 per pumpkin.

Saturday 20th Wednesday 31st PUMPKIN CARVING

Hatchlands Park, East Clandon GU4 7RT. Time: Half hour slots - 5 slots per session available. Timeslots are limited to half an hour and so we ask that you arrive in plenty of time for your slot. Please book online. Children must be accompanied by an adult and supervised during the pumpkin carving activity. Try your hand at this traditional Halloween craft at Hatchlands Park this October halfterm. Pick a pumpkin, create a spooky face and take it home to ward off those ghoulish visitors! Please wear appropriate clothes and footwear.

Pumpkin carving can be a bit messy!

The activity will take place in the courtyard. Tickets: £3.00 per pumpkin Please note that normal National Trust entrance fees will apply.

Monday 22nd

AUTUMN COLOURS PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE Sharp Shots Photo Club, Hatchlands Park, East Clandon, Guildford GU4 7RT. Time: 10.30- 1pm (7-11).1pm – 4pm (12-15). Hatchlands park is a great location to find colourful images. We teach our students how to use aperture and focus creatively to take interesting landscapes and

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R close up photographs. Two sessions Morning 10.30am – 1pm for 7-11 year olds and 1pm – 4pm for 12 – 15 year olds. Tickets: £45 (Optional DSLR camera hire for an additional £10).

Monday 22nd Wednesday 24th FAIRYTALE CRAFTS

Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher KT10 9JG. Time: 11am – 1pm.

Wizard’s wand or witch’s broomstick?

Get creative at National Trust’s Claremont Landscape Gardens with fairy tale crafts inspired by magical, mysterious and sometimes gruesome traditional storytelling. Make your own magic! Tickets: Normal admission applies, £1.50 per craft.

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Monday 22nd Friday 26th

HALLOWEEN ACTIVITY WEEK Birdworld, Holt Pound, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4LD. Time: 11am-4pm (park open between 10am – 6pm) Feel your hair stand on end and a shiver run down your spine as you walk through the creepy corridors of Birdworld’s unique Halloween Grotto.

Make specially themed arts and crafts, take part in face painting, follow a spooky activity trail and take a ride on the park’s Halloween Train Ride to learn about some of the gruesome habits of their larger birds! See www. birdworld.co.uk for admission prices.

Contact info@birdworld.co.uk or call 0142022992 for more information.

THE MAD SCIENTIST Dapdune Wharf. Experiment, discover and make a mess in these half term activities at Dapdune Wharf. Normal admission plus £2.50 per child.

HALLOWEEN The Square Camberley, 5-6 The Square, Mall Management, Camberley GU15 3SL. Time: 11am – 4pm. Come along and join The Square Camberley this Halloween for free fun! Monday:

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Dance and Theatre Sessions with The Secret Stage School. Tuesday: Animal Farm with Jakes Playworld.

Wednesday: 11am – 1pm Rhyme Time and Storytelling with Camberley Library.

2pm – 4pm Arts & Crafts with Surrey Heath Children’s Centres. Thursday: Arts and Crafts - Make your own wand with Mrs Potts’ Place. Friday:2pm – 4pm Wiggle and Jiggle with Arena Leisure Centre. Our Kids Camp will close for a break between 1pm - 2pm each day and is available for children aged between 4 and 10 years old. Please note that children must not be left unattended. Free event.

own yoghurt, bees, why we have hair and will answer questions such as “Do Sausage Dogs eat sausages?”

Or do they just look at them and say, “I’m not eating that - it looks like my grannie.” Age 6 plus. Tickets: Full £9, Children £7, Family of 4 £28.

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JAMES CAMPBELL: STAND UP 4 KIDS

Camberley Theatre, Knoll Road, Camberley, Surrey GU15 3SY. Time: 2pm. A stand-up comedy show for children over 6, their parents and anyone who likes comedy without the rude words. Hold onto your socks, take the banana out of your ears and enjoy the best comedy for kids from the man who invented it. James’ show will find The Hilariously Funny Things about everything including pets, couscous, spaniels, making your

PUMPKIN CARVING Winkworth Arboretum, Godalming GU8 4AD. Time: 11am – 1pm. Create your very own spooky pumpkin to decorate your home, just in time for Halloween. Please bring your own pumpkin. Tickets Normal admission applies, plus £2.

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Hawk Conservancy Trust, Visitor Centre, Weyhill, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 8DY. Time: 6pm – 8pm. Prepare for a wickedly spook-tacular family evening this Halloween, with spooky crafts, ghostly story-telling and a special owl flying display.

Thursday 25th

HARRY HILL’S ‘HOW TO BE A STAND-UP’ FOR KIDS G Live, London Rd, Guildford GU1

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R 2AA. Time: 11am. Harry Hill KIDZ SHOW How To Be Funny - For KIDS! Is your kid a bit of a joker? Do you have more than one comedian in the family? This is a brand new, familyfun-filled show from Harry Hill the star of ITV’s Alien Fun Capsule and TV Burp and the voice of You’ve Been Framed.

This show is jam packed with laughs and ties in with the release of Matt Millz Stands Up, the sequel to Harry’s critically lauded kids’ book, Matt Millz, about the world’s youngest comedian who dreams of making it big. This show will offer hints, tips and anecdotes for children who fancy themselves as a bit of a comic, with

the self-styled floppy collared loon Harry Hill on hand to run through his dos and don’ts, as well as offering kids the chance to try out their comedy skills. So, kids – bring your best jokes! And if you’re sitting near the front, bring your umbrella! Expect big laughs, practical tips and bucket loads of silliness. Age Guidance: 6-16.

Tickets: £17.50 Family: £50.00 (4 tickets, including at least 1 adult).

SPOOKY WALK

Friday 26th

High Street, Ripley GU23 6BB. Time: From 6pm. As well as the bonfire and spectacular firework display there is an extensive funfair, food stalls, a bar which has a perfect view of the bonfire and fireworks with live music. 7.10pm - Torchlit Procession Commences. The Torchlit Procession, led by the Ripley Bonfire Queen and her attendants, preceded by the band, leaves the village hall and makes its way to the green.

7.30pm - Lighting of the Bonfire! The Torchlit Procession arrives at the green and the Ripley Bonfire Queen lights the bonfire. 8pm - Firework Display Commences. Free event.

HAUNTED HALLOWEEN Haslemere Museum, 78 High Street, Haslemere GU27 2LA. Time: 1.30 – 4.30pm. Calling all little witches, wizards, ghosts and ghouls! Dress up in your scariest costume and come along to the Museum for some spooky fun! Enjoy creepy crafts and pumpkin carving (bring your own pumpkin or squash) and join us in our Halloween procession through the town, leaving from the museum at 4.30pm and finishes in the town’s central car park.

Jointly organised with Visit Haslemere.

Tickets: Members £2, Non-Members £4. No need to book.

Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher KT10 9JG. 5pm-7pm. Dare to be scared on a night for a fright. Talk a spine tingling walk with spooks and ghouls at National Trust’s Claremont Landscape Garden. Normal admission applies, £1 per child, adults free.

Saturday 27th

RIPLEY BONFIRE 2018

HASLEMERE MUSEUM AT NIGHT Haslemere Museum, 78 High Street, Haslemere GU27 2LA.

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Time: 6pm – 8pm. Enjoy a special Halloween opening of the Museum.

Explore the dark galleries (bring a torch), to discover the Museum’s wonderful artefacts - there will even be some spooky surprised in store! Follow the special trail and do a magical colouring and listen to magical tales read by our partners for the event Haslemere Bookshop.

Part of Museums at Night & Magical Museum events. Tickets: Members £4, Non-Members £6. Book in advance. Tea Room and Bar Open.

LOW BANG FIREWORKS Godstone Farm, Tilburstow Hill Road.

Godstone RH9 8LX. Time: Opens 10am – 6.30pm. The Spooktacular Low Bangs Fireworks Display is back in its third year to end our Halloween Half Term Week on a high! The fireworks chosen are low bangs suitable for all ages so if your little ones are nervous of large bangs, this is the display for you. Tickets: Adult ticket - £11.20, Child 2+ - £11.20, Child 1 year - £3.60, Under 1 – FREE.

Saturday 27th

SPOOKTACULAR FAMILY FUN RUN

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R Dapdune Wharf. 6.15pm. Warm up from 5.45pm As darkness falls, test your fitness in our 2k night run around the haunted Wharf and island. Dressing up encouraged. £2.50. Tel: 01483 561389.

Sunday 28th

SPOOKY SPIDERS, WIZARDS AND WITCHES Gatton Park, Rocky Lane, Reigate RH2 0TD. Time: 1pm – 4pm. Designed for younger children, get into the spooky spirit with your best Halloween costume. Dare to go on a trail around the eerie Edwardian gardens and discover haunting characters. Tickets: Adults £5, children £2; booking available on the website; cash only payment on the day.

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GODALMING FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA 2018 The Burys, Godalming GU7 1HR. Time: From 6pm. The firework and funfair site will open at 6.00pm and the firework display will be set off at 8.00pm. Why not begin the evening by taking part in the torch-lit procession? The procession starts from the bottom of Church Street. Torches will be available to buy from 6.00pm and at 7.15pm the procession will set off via the High Street, for The Burys. Once the procession arrives at The Burys the fireworks will dance to the music of ‘Best of British’. The only place to see and hear all the firework show will be on The Burys field. Great value Family tickets at £13.50 are available for two adults and up to two children under 16 years old, which will give you entry to the torch-lit procession, fireworks and funfair. Tickets: Advance purchase individual Adult tickets £6 and children’s (under 16 years old) tickets £3.

SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL The Leatherhead Theatre, Church Street, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 8DN. Time: 7pm. Presented by various local schools these performances may vary in length. Romeo and Juliet - Cranleigh Preparatory School. Raynes Park Secondary School – TBC. As You Like It -Sutton Grammar School. Tickets: £9.75

Saturday 3rd

GUILDFORD FIREWORK FIESTA 2018 Stoke Park, Guildford GU1 1ER. Time: From 6pm. Guildford Lions are delighted to confirm that our spectacular Torchlight Procession and Fireworks Display will be staged again with celebrations commencing with the procession which leaves Guildford High St. at 7pm with the display at Stoke Park starting at 8pm! Torches will be sold between 6pm and 7pm in the High Street with the mayoral address at 6.45pm and the procession leaving at 7pm. Torches again will cost £5 and entry to the display remains by donation but at £5 per person or £10 per family. In Stoke Park, Peter Gordon from Eagle Radio will be on site at 6.30pm with the procession

arriving at the park between 7.30pm and 7.45pm and the display starting at 8pm. www.guildfordlions.com

WOKING FIREWORKS 2018 Woking Park, Kingfield Road, Woking GU22 9BA. Time: 6pm – 10pm.

Woking Park will be hosting this year’s “Woking Fireworks Extravaganza” with gates opening at 6pm and the display starting at 8pm. The viewing area for the Woking Fireworks Extravaganza will be on and around the cricket pitch in Woking Park. Wrap up warm and bring good outdoor footwear. See website for details and early bird offers.

BRAMLEY BONFIRE AND FIREWORKS 2018 Bramley Field, Bramley GU5 0AX. From 6pm. The Bramley Bonfire is always a spectacular event with a torchlit parade, raging bonfire and magical fireworks. 6pm Assembly of Guys in Library Car Park, 6.40pm Torchlight procession, 7.10pm Lighting the Bonfire, 7.45pm Fireworks. Please note all times are approximate and to be confirmed. Free event.

BROCKHAM BONFIRE 2018 Brocham Village Green, Brockham

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R RH3 7HP. Time: From 6pm. One of the largest fireworks displays in Surrey, Brockham Bonfire, is a traditional ‘family’ night of fun and celebration to raise funds for local societies, worthy causes and local charities.

6.15pm - Procession leaves the Village Green and heads North and then South. 7.45pm - Lighting of the Bonfire. 8.15pm - Fireworks Display. A voluntary donation per person is asked to support the various local charities.

EPSOM FIREWORKS DISPLAY 2018 Hook Heath Arena, Hook Road, Epsom KT19 8QG. Epsom Fireworks Display & Funfair takes place every November at Hook Road Arena. 7th Epsom (Methodist) Scout Group hosts the

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display with the help of local charities from the area from which donations out of the proceeds are made.

Friday 9th

COMBINED CRANLEIGH’S SCHOOLS CONCERT Cranleigh Arts Centre, 1 High Street, Cranleigh, Surrey, GU6 8AS. Time: 7pm. The Arts Society Cranleigh marks fifty years of encouraging young people to embrace the Arts by uniting Cranleigh’s schools in an evening of celebration, remembrance and hope.

Coinciding with the centenary of the 1918 Armistice. Free Entry.

Saturday 10th TERRIFIC TANKS

Bourne Hall Museum Kids Club, Spring Street, Ewell KT17 1UF. Time: 11am to 12.30pm and 1pm to 2.30pm. Learn about the tank and as part of our special WW1 session Try make your own moving tank! Cost £8 per child.

Two identical sessions will be run, please book to reserve your place..

Thursday 15th

GUILDFORD CHRISTMAS LIGHTS 2018 High Street, Guildford GU1 3QT. Time:

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7pm. Join us once again for Guildford’s traditional Christmas Lights switch-on event! Attractions around the town in the afternoon will include the ever-popular Newfoundland dogs and Santa’s reindeer bringing their own special magic. There will be storytelling in various stores. The Eagle Radio’s Peter Gordon will host the Guildhall balcony show, as the countdown to the big Lights Switch On at 7pm gets under way. Then there’s music and fireworks courtesy of White Lion Walk, before the focus moves back to the stage for evening performances to round off the start of a great Guildford Christmas.

Sunday 25th November – Christmas Eve CHRISTMAS AT BIRDWORLD

Birdworld, Holt Pound, Farnham GU10 4LD. Time: 10am – 4.30pm. Visit Birdworld to meet Santa’s reindeer and some of their friendly farm animals before you enter a magical world full of animated characters in winter wonderland settings. As you walk through the different scenes, you can enjoy friendly banter with the impish elves before the children meet Santa to receive their present. For those of you who are too old for a present, a

mince pie and a hot fruit punch awaits!

Selected dates throughout December. www.birdworld.co.uk

DECEMBER Saturday 8th Christmas Eve

VISIT SANTA AT BOURNE VALLEY GARDEN CENTRE Bourne Valley Garden Centre’s traditional Santa’s Grotto returns for another year on selected dates from Saturday 8th December 2018 until Monday 24th December (Christmas Eve) with no pre-booking required!

We will also be hosting our magical Breakfast with Santa and Tea with Santa experiences, which are now available to book in the Bourne Valley restaurant. Book early to avoid disappointment. Grotto Tickets: £4.50 for Under 3’s, £6.50 for Over 3’s, Adults free. Breakfast with Santa and Tea with Santa Tickets: £8.50 per child. For full dates, times and menu options, please visit our website www.bournevalleygardencentre.. co.uk or email info@ bournevalleygardencentre.co.uk

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Family Fun For Free in Guildford Join Tunsgate Quarter, Guildford’s premier shopping and dining destination, for an autumn of entertainment for all ages this October.

Taking place on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th October, between 11am and 4pm, visitors can enjoy a specially created programme of live music, creative workshops, demonstrations, and promotions at the centre’s shops and restaurants.

Witness some awe-inspiring aerial acrobatics, alongside performances by talented local musicians and dancers, from jazz to street dance.

Little ones can get green-fingered at plant potting workshops, and unleash their creativity on a large-scale art wall. There will be plenty to eat and drink for parents and children alike, from popcorn and candy floss carts, to mocktails at Cosy Club.

For health and wellbeing, Fitness Space will lead a dedicated workout session, whilst premium athletic apparel brand, lululemon, will host complimentary yoga classes in-store. Bobbi Brown will provide some much-needed rest and recuperation with mini facials throughout the day.

Since its successful opening in March, Tunsgate Quarter is home to an array of lifestyle shops and eateries, which includes The Ivy Castle View, Nespresso, Loaf, Oka, Penhaligon’s, T.M.Lewin, Clarks, The White Company, Cath Kidston, Seasalt, David Clulow, and Vietnamese restaurant, Pho. Find out more about autumn at Tunsgate Quarter at tunsgatequarter.com

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Simple steps you can take to improve air quality around schools

MAGICAL CHOBHAM ADVENTURE Chobham Adventure have a Magical Christmas lined up for all the family this year! The reindeer have arrived, the elves are getting ready - but they need some help. Santa’s elves have a very special job to do and need lots of children to become official ‘Elf Helpers’. You will meet the North Poles oldest Elf, attend elf lessons, meet Mrs. Claus, and then help the elves with their important elfie tasks. The children will build their very own bear, not to mention meeting the jolly old big man himself!

Don’t forget to say hello to the real reindeer who have flown is especially too. The experience will take approx. 2hrs, and the tickets include your visit to Santa AND entrance to the Farm Park to let off steam as we count down to days to Santa’s arrival. n Bookings on chobhamadventurefarm.com

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CLEAR THE AIR Walking, cycling or scooting to school is great for you and your child’s health and wellbeing. It reduces their exposure to exhaust fumes and improves air quality.

Road traffic is the main source of air pollution in Surrey. This pollution can affect children’s lung-growth, increase symptoms in those with asthma and contribute to chronic illnesses later in life – nothing we’d want them to be burdened with.

And surprisingly, you may not protected from air pollution when travelling in a car. This is because you’re in a confined space collecting pollution from vehicles around you. So it’s really worth considering how else you could get to school each day and leave the car at home if you can.

But if driving is the only way you can get the children to school

on time, there are a few small changes you could make to help improve the air children breathe.

It may be easier than you think.

Park a little further away and walk the rest – areas further away from the school may be quieter so it could be easier and quicker to find a parking space.

Turn the engine off while you wait – you’ll reduce how much fuel you use so may save money too.

Changing how you travel to school, even if it’s just a few times a week, will help children breathe cleaner air. To find out more about how you can fill your children’s heads with fresh ideas and not exhaust fumes, visit www.healthysurrey.org.uk/ airquality Surrey County Council is working with the Surrey Air Alliance, a partnership with district and boroughs to address local air quality issues. n

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Camberley theatre ARE STINKY Tel: 01276 707600

WIND IN THE WILLOWS Sunday 21st October, 2pm & 6pm. Join us on an exciting adventure along the riverbank with a brand-new staging of Kenneth Grahame’s family classic ‘The Wind In The Willows! Meet all your favourite characters including loyal Mole, faithful Ratty and wise old Badger as they do their best to keep the mischievous Mr Toad out of trouble. Will they be able to stop the Wicked Weasel from taking over Toad Hall?

This exciting and playful take on the tale features a professional cast of energetic performers, catchy new songs and lots of humour that will entertain and delight the whole family! Tickets: £17, £15 Children, £58 Family of 4

Tuesday 23rd October, 11am & 2pm. Children are Stinky is an exciting awardwinning children’s comedy by Circus Trick Tease. Still buzzing from another dream run at the Edinburgh Fringe with five star reviews, sold out shows globally, this show has been captivating adults and children alike. Set in the 1990s, plenty of in-jokes and a cleverly choreographed nostalgic mash-up hooks parents in for a rollicking trip down memory lane. This is an enjoyable show for all ages that encourages the slight of years to be proud of themselves. Suitable for ages 3-10. Tickets: £11 Full, £9 Children, Family of 4 £36.

THE SPOOKY MAGIC SHOW Saturday 27th October.

11am & 2pm. Join Magic Mr Steve and his faithful friend Rufus the dog as they discover the magical

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mysteries in a haunted attic.

With amazing magic tricks, spooky special effects and hilarious puppets The Spooky Magic Show is a Halloween themed treat for ages 4 and up. With this interactive adventure you might even become one of the stars of the show! Come along in fancy dress for the chance to win a prize! Tickets: Full £11, Children £9, Family of 4 £36

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CHILDREN’S THEATRE: EGG & SPOON Saturday 27th October, 11.30am & 2pm. Egg and Spoon is an interactive romp through the seasons where you come in and out of our magic circle and get to open all the gifts of nature. Percy and April get you settled on our comfortable cushions and introduce you to Birdy, still hiding in his glowing egg. We will have to wait till Spring if

cranleigh arts Tel: 01483 2780000

SUPERSONIC SCIENCE SHOW Thursday 25th October, 2pm - 3pm. An action packed and fun-filled show. Enjoy one hour of back-to-back science experiments with everything from flying potatoes, electrifying Barbie, exploding cotton, glowing gherkins to giant smoke rings! A thrilling interactive show for the whole family – not to be missed!

Tickets £6

we want to see him so it’s time to begin our hands-on journey through the year. We’ll run through the rain and the falling leaves and sleep under the snow ‘till the sun wakes us up for the butterfly party. Suitable for under 5s. Tickets: £8 Child: £9 Adult

dorking halls Tel: 01306 881717

THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA Monday 22nd October,

FAMILY-FUN AT THE FARNHAM MALTINGS THIS AUTUMN Jam-packed with interactive experiences and immersive theatre, the Farnham Maltings’ family programme has something for all ages and is bigger than ever before.

Half-term entertainment kicks off with much-loved illustrator of Jacqueline Wilson’s books, Nick Sharratt’s Drawalong. His show on Sat 20 October gives tips and tricks as you draw along with him. Ages 4–104!

Singer songwriter David Gibb and 3 time Grammy nominee Brady Rymer come together to perform catchy tunes from a wide range of genres, that the whole family can singalong to. Songs Across the Pond, Sun 21 October. Ages 3+ Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale, which inspired the film Frozen, Snow Queen is full of enchanting songs and beautiful visuals. Mon 22 & Tue 23 October Ages 3+ Get immersed in the magic of reading, as stories come alive in the room all around you. Projections, lights and sounds bring the world of your imagination to life. The Day I Fell Into A Book, Mon 29 & Tue 30 October Ages 8–12

Leaf is a playful theatre piece inspired by the changing seasons for ages 3 and under. The play follows the story of one very special little leaf as it makes its way through the seasons. Sun 04 November Ages 1–3 KEEP OUT says the sign to the garden of a miserable, lonely, selfish giant.

But one curious child decides to discover exactly what lies within.

Oscar Wilde’s beautiful story is told using puppetry, original music and magic. The Selfish Giant, Sat 24 November Ages 3–7 ‘Tis the season for some festive funnies. Comedy Club 4 Kids’ family friendly comedy will be packed full of cheesy Christmas gags, performed by brilliant comics, delivering something for adults and children alike. Sat 08 December. Ages 6+ To bring the season to a close, The Nutcracker by Award-winning Story Pocket Theatre presents this colourful and magical Christmas story which brings imagination and makebelieve to life for all the family. Thu 20 December to Sat 22 December Ages 3+ Book tickets and find out much more about the shows on Farnham Maltings website www.farnhammaltings.com

Specialising in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Musical Theatre & Cheerleading For ages 2.5 to adults Mid-week and Weekend classes available

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1pm Tuesday 23rd 10.30am & 1pm. Following a smash-hit West End season, the tea-guzzling tiger is back on the road 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! Tickets: £14, Groups of 10 or more £10.50

electric theatre Tel: 01483 444789

LET’S ALL DANCE THE MAGIC WORD Wednesday 24th October, 11am & 2pm. In a secret, magical forest lives the beautiful Forest Queen. In the summer the forest is warm, and the Queen loves dancing in the dappled sunlight. But in the winter, she becomes cold and hungry. One day she decides

to visit the Forest Elf on the other side of the wood, as she knows he has food and a warm cloak. But the Queen is rather spoilt and does not know how to ask nicely. Once she learns The Magic Word she discovers the beauty of sharing and the joys of true friendship. Let’s All Dance is delighted to present this gorgeous, classical ballet.

Children will be enchanted by the magical dancers, stunning costumes and crystal-clear story-telling. With themes of kindness, good manners and friendship, this is a heartwarming tale for all ages.

Tickets: £9

SANTA’S CHRISTMAS PARTY Sunday 25th November 1.30pm. The show where

every child receives a present from Santa! Following last year’s sell-out performances, comes a brand new show this festive season. Christmas is the busiest time of year at the North Pole, when Father Christmas makes all his presents and when everyone gets ready for Santa’s Christmas Party. But this year it looks as though somebody wants to stop the party and that someone is Jack Frost.

Tickets: £12

epsom playhouse Tel: 01372 742555

CINDERELLA AND THE JOURNEY OF THE ORIENT EXPRESS Saturday 3rd - Sunday

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CINDERELLA AT THE NEW VICTORIA THEATRE Audiences shall go to the ball this Christmas when Craig Revel Horwood, Paul Chuckle, and Phil Butler star in the New Victoria Theatre’s pantomime, Cinderella.

Swapping the Strictly dancefloor for Surrey’s ultimate pantomime, the fab-ulous Craig Revel Horwood, has solidified his reputation as one of television’s best-loved baddies as a judge on BBC1’s Strictly Come Dancing.

Joining them will be comedian, magician, and actor Phil Butler as Buttons and star of West End’s musical Heathers, Sophie Isaacs as Cinderella. Suzie Chard and Wendy Somerville will star as Cinderella’s Wicked Stepsisters whilst Oliver Savile, star of hit musical Wicked, will play Prince Charming.

Speaking about his role Craig said: “I’m really excited to be playing the Wicked Stepmother in Woking’s next pantomime, it will be my first time appearing in Cinderella which is such a fantastic title and one audiences know and love.”

The New Victoria Theatre, Woking is the perfect venue for a trip to the pantomime this Christmas. This 1,300-seater theatre with comfy, spacious seating has great views for all of the family. A recently opened Bistro means everyone can relax with some delicious food before the show too, and because guests are dining in-house the Bistro team will make sure everyone is in the theatre in time for curtain up.

Paul Chuckle will appear as Baron Hardup. One half of the legendary Chuckle Brothers, Paul is known to generations of children for his role in the popular prime-time children’s television show Chucklevision.

Excellent road and rail links make the theatre easy to find, and with Woking Shopping Centre parking on the doorstep, a host of other car parks within a couple minutes’ walk, and with level access to the Box Office, bars, toilets and certain

areas of the auditorium, audiences won’t have to stress about arriving in time.

Cinderella will be produced by Qdos Entertainment, the world’s biggest pantomime producer and the team behind last year’s record-breaking panto Robin Hood, who are proud to be back in Woking to present Surrey’s biggest family panto, which is set to be Strictly unmissable.

Performance times & ticket information: Friday 7 December 2018 – Sunday 6 January 2019. Tickets from £14* January Family Rate - 4 Tickets (Max. 2 adults) from £12.50 each* For further information on prices and available discounts, or to book tickets please call the Box Office on 0844 871 7645*, or visit atgtickets.com/woking*. For groups bookings please call 0333 009 5386^ or email groupsales@theambassadors.com. *Fees apply. Calls cost up to 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge. ^Calls charged at local rate for group bookings only.

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4th November, 2.30pm & 7pm Saturday. Surrey Youth Ballet 2018 Presents Cinderella and The Journey of the Orient Express. Tickets: £15

BUGSY MALONE Wednesday 24th October to Saturday 27th October 7.30pm plus Saturday matinee 2.30pm. Following their hugely successful production of CATS, Sutton Theatre Company (STC) are bringing gang warfare to Epsom Playhouse this October.

Don’t be alarmed, it’s New York in 1920 and the two gangs squaring up belong to Fat Sam and Dandy Dan under the watchful eye of the hero Bugsy Malone. Based on the 1976 hit film starring Jodi Foster and Scott Baio, STC are taking this dazzling musical comedy and handing it back to the adults, with life sized hoodlums, sleek female gangsters and sassy dancing girls. Bugsy Malone is a show for the whole family, with slapstick comedy, swinging musical numbers and of course an array of splurge guns! As custard pies fly and Dandy Dan’s splurge guns wreak havoc will Bugsy be able to stay faithful to his girlfriend Blousey and resist showgirl Tallulah’s charms while helping Fat Sam defend his business?

Come along to Fat Sam’s Grand Slam Speakeasy to find out!

Tickets: From £18

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G-Live Tel: 0844 7701 797

roller coaster imagination. Star of CBBC’s The Slammer, winner of the Children’s Choice Award for Funniest Voice, Andrew is well-known for his improvised storytelling shows Professor Bumm’s Story Machine and Fairly Tales. Tickets: 10.50, Family Ticket: £36

harlequin theatre Tel: 01737 276 500

DAVID WILLIAMS AWFUL AUNTIE!

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Wednesday 17th October 1.30pm & 7pm, 18th October 1.30pm & 7pm, 19th October 10.30am & 7pm & 20th October 2.30pm & 7pm. When Stella sets off to visit London with her parents, Lord and Lady Saxby, she has no idea her life is in danger! Waking up three months later, only her Aunt Alberta can tell Stella what has happened. But not everything Alberta tells her turns out to be true and Stella quickly discovers she’s in for the fight of her life against her very own awful Auntie! From the award-winning West End producers of Gangsta Granny comes the world premiere of David Walliams’ amazing tale of frights, fights and friendship, featuring a very large owl, a very small ghost and a very awful Aunt. Tickets: From £17.50

Saturday 20th October at 2.30pm. Join Ballet Theatre UK with one of the most enchanting love stories of all time, “Beauty and the Beast”.

Inspired by the original tale, this production tells the story of Belle, a beautiful and intelligent young woman who feels out of place in her provincial French village. When her father is imprisoned in a mysterious castle, Belle’s attempt to rescue him leads to her capture by the Beast, a grisly and fearsome monster. Little does she know that he is a Prince cursed by a magical Enchantress. The only way the Beast may become human again is if he learns to love and be loved in return. The curse set by the Enchantress is bound by a magical rose. If the final petal falls all hope will be lost and he will remain a Beast forever. Their feelings grow ever deeper as the clock ticks and petals continue to fall - will they confess their love for one another before it is too late?

Set to a stunning classical score this production will showcase new choreography by Artistic Director, Christopher Moore, as well as feature new sets and costumes created especially for this production. Tickets from: £13.50 - £20.50

THE STORY GAME Saturday 27th October, 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Andrew Barnett Jones is going to tell you a story – but he has no idea what it is. With your help, he’ll play The Story Game, creating a hysterically funny, wildly creative story from a handful of words, a roll of the dice and his own

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leatherhead theatre Tel: 01372 365141

SONGS ACROSS THE POND Thursday 25th October, 11am. Songs Across The Pond is a brand new musical show for families and children.

Singer songwriter David Gibb has teamed up with 3-time Grammy nominee (best children’s album) Brady Rymer who will be joining him all the way from the USA! Both musicians have a talent for writing brilliant, engaging and tuneful songs that the whole family can enjoy together.

This latest venture showcases some of the best family music that the USA and the UK have to offer. Families will be introduced to a wide range of musical instruments and genres, and with plenty of chances to join in and singalong, this is a show that will have the whole family up and dancing in no time! Perfect for ages 3+ and their families.

Tickets: Single: £7, Single Ticket with Workshop: £10

new victoria Tel: 0844 871 7645

PEPPA PIG’S ADVENTURE Wednesday 7th November, 1pm & 4pm, Thursday 8th, 10am & 1pm. Oink oink - it’s Peppa Pig! Peppa is a playful little piggy who lives with her younger brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig. Through everyday adventures she plays games, makes new friends and enjoys her absolute favourite activity - jumping up and down in muddy puddles!

Tickets: From £16.25

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