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Christmas 2017

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Primary Times is independently published and distributed free through Infant and Junior Schools throughout Hereford & Worcester. It is also available by subscription at £50 per year.

Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. It is not our intention to publish any racist, sexist or politically based material whatsoever. We also undertake not to carry any advertising which we would consider to be offensive to young families or harmful to the best interests of young children. Primary Times would like to thank all the schools for their assistance in distributing the magazine and for their contributions to its contents. We would also like to thank all the advertisers who have supported this publication and therefore made it possible. Please support their endeavours when and where you can. The copyright on all written material, logos and advertising artwork produced by our studio remains with Primary Times or the relevant contributor. Primary Times is currently publishing over 1,900,000 copies per issue throughout the counties of: Avon, Beds & Luton, Berkshire, Black Country, Bucks & Milton Keynes, Cambridge, Cardiff and S E Wales, Cornwall, Derbyshire, Devon, Dorset, Edinburgh, Essex, Fife, Tayside and Central Scotland, Glasgow & Central Scotland, Gloucester, Hampshire, Hereford and Worcester, Hertfordshire, Ireland (Kildare, Meath, Wicklow, South Dublin, Cork & Waterford), Kent, Leicester, Lincolnshire, East, West, South & North London, Newcastle & North Tyneside, Norfolk, Northampton, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Staffordshire, Surrey, Sussex, Tees Valley, West Midlands, Wiltshire, South & West Yorkshire. For further details contact The Primary Times Team on 01905 723011

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Dr Vicki Young and Dr Cliodna McNulty, from Public Health England Primary Care Unit, have the following advice on how to adopt good hygiene practices.

The spread of colds, flu and other illnesses is common in the winter months, particularly through schools, where children are exposed to germs (also known as microbes) on a daily basis. By teaching children good hygiene practices, not only can we help prevent our children from becoming ill but we can also protect others around us, for example elderly family members who may be more susceptible to infection. Furthermore, if we teach children how to keep themselves healthy at a young age, we can set healthy behaviours for life.

There are two very simple ways we can prevent the spread of infection: hand washing and covering coughs and sneezes.

Children, and adults alike, should wash their hands with warm water and soap when they have been in contact with potentially harmful microbes.

This includes after going to the toilet, sneezing or coughing into the hands, stroking a pet, playing outside, visiting someone who is ill or touching raw or unwashed food. It is also important to wash hands before eating meals or snacks.

To ensure all areas of the hands are washed, and all harmful microbes removed, there are 6 steps to handwashing: (see graphic): palm to palm; backs of hands; in between the fingers; the backs of fingers, the thumb and finally the finger tips. It is important to use soap as this breaks up the oils on our hands which trap microbes. We should

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wash our hands for the length of time it takes to sing happy birthday twice, or children could make up their own song that last about 20 seconds to sing whilst hand washing!

Another simple way to stop the spread of infection is to cover coughs and sneezes. Sneezes are full of germs which can be spread up to 3 metres at a speed of 100 mph! To prevent germs spreading in this way, coughs and sneezes should be covered with a tissue, which can then be thrown in the bin.

If no tissue is available, you can cough or sneeze into your sleeve. If you cough or sneeze into your hands, germs can still spread through touch, so hands should be washed with warm water and soap immediately after.

If your child does get ill, you can rest assured that most common infections get better by themselves with rest and fluids. This includes coughs, colds, most sore throats and ear infections. Children should be kept at home when they are ill, to recover and prevent the spread of infection to others in their school. You can get child-friendly advice on selfcare and pain relief from your pharmacist.

Some infections may need to be treated with antibiotics. You should always take your child to your GP if their symptoms get worse or last longer than expected. The Public Health England Managing Your Infection leaflet (see www.e-bug.

eu/beat-the-bugs) explains how long common symptoms usually last. For common infections this is: • Ear ache – 4 days • Sore throat – 7 days • Colds – 10 days • Coughs – 21 days More serious infections may require immediate hospital treatment. For example, sepsis is a rare but serious complication caused by an infection. Some of the signs of sepsis are: • a high or low body temperature • shivering and being cold to the touch

• fast heart rate and breathing • a rash that does not fade when you press it.

If your child has these symptoms take them straight away to A&E or call 999.

Find out more: Public Health England’s e-Bug resources (www.e-bug.eu) are a fun and interactive way for children to learn about good hygiene practices, microbes and antibiotics. Here they can play online educational games or try simple science experiments at home. As well as information for children e-Bug resources also has resources for educators. n

10am–12.30pm, 31st January 2018

Interested? email tr@southbromsgrove.worcs.sch.uk to register

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Trinity Primary School

Believe and Achieve I feel very privileged to have been given the opportunity to lead Trinity Primary School. Trinity is a vibrant and exciting learning environment. Our children are excited by their learning experiences and are kind to others. Our site boasts fantastic outdoor grounds for sporting and Forest School experiences as well as our own swimming pool.

If you would like to visit us and find out for yourself, please phone the school office on 01432 266268 to make an appointment.

Mrs K Weston, Headteacher (since September 2017)

Trinity Primary School

Barricombe Drive, Moor Farm,Hereford, HR4 0NU Tel: 01432 266268 • Email: admin@trinity.hereford.sch.uk

Please visit our school website on www.trinity.hereford.sch.uk

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to avoid disappointment Tickets: Child £6.00, Adult £1.00. www.santasmagicalgrotto.co.uk

Wednesday 29th FESTIVE CHRISTMAS CRACKER WORKSHOP Aylestone Court Hotel, 2 Aylestone Hill, Hereford, HR1 1HS. 6.30pm – 9pm. Join in the fun at Aylestone Court Hotel at this splendid Festive Christmas Cracker Workshop with Today, We Craft. Say goodbye to boring shop-bought tat get all the materials you need to make up to 12 crackers of your own. Christmas is such a fantastic time for crafting. And what better way to bring a unique touch to your table than with your own set of beautifully handmade Christmas crackers! Glam it up with gems or create simple rustic crackers in this 2.5 hour workshop suitable for all abilities. If you have a particular colour scheme or theme just let them know and they will aim to provide the materials to match.

Tickets: Adults £25, Children £15. www.aylestonecourt.com

Wednesday 29th November – Sunday 24th December SANTA’S MAGICAL GROTTO Beauty and the Beast Maylord Shopping Centre, Maylord Street, Hereford, HR1 2DT. Have

DECEMBER Friday 1st – Sunday 3rd

CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL Cruxwell Street, Bromyard, HR7 4EB. The annual tree extravaganza takes place in St Peter’s Church. Free entry. www.stpetersbromyard.org.uk

HAMPTON COURT ANNUAL CHRISTMAS FAIR Hampton Court Estate, Hope-UnderDinmore, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 0PN. 10.30am – 5pm. Now in its 9th year, Hampton Court Annual Christmas Fair gives you the chance to see this splendid castle at its most atmospheric and beautifully decorated for Christmas. Once again there will be stalls exhibiting a wide range of gifts, local crafts and produce. Enjoy Liz’s famous mince pies with a glass of mulled wine, or even lunch, in the Orangery Restaurant. Tickets: Adults £3.50, Children £1.50. www.hamptoncourt.org.uk

Friday 1st – Saturday 30th

a truly enchanted Christmas with

CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON TEA

a visit to see Santa Claus and his

Glewstone Court, Glewstone, Ross-

special guests from the hit film

on-Wye, Herefordshire HR9 6AW.

Beauty and the Beast. Tickets are

Served Monday-Saturday 2pm-5pm.

selling fast. Make sure you book early

Enjoy something a little different this

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December with Christmas Afternoon Tea at Glewstone Court, Ross on Wye. Roaring fires, cosy interiors, twinkling lights and the warmest of welcomes ensure that you will enjoy a memorable, traditional Christmas experience with us at Glewstone Court. Whether you’re planning a quiet meal for two, a large dinner party with friends, family or work colleagues or just enjoying your favourite tipple, our unique combination of excellent food, friendly service and a relaxing atmosphere will really get you in the spirit of the festive season at our hidden gem. Throughout December, Christmas Afternoon Tea will be available Monday-Saturday and packed full of delicious homemade savouries and sweets such as iced fruit cake, gingerbread, lemon & cranberry scones best enjoyed with a glass of warm mulled wine in front of the crackling log fires. Please book 24 hours in advance. Telephone: 01989 770367 oe email: amy@ glewstonecourt.com Cost: £20 per person, £25 per person with a Glass of Mulled Wine or £28 per person with a Glass of Champagne.

Saturday 2nd

KINGTON FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL Various venues around Kington, Herefordshire. 9.30am – 3pm.

This year’s festival is spread over 5 different venues from the market hall and coach house to the Kington centre at the opposite end of the high street. White Heron cassis based just a few miles up the road with their pop up cocktail bar is certainly one to visit to keep those December chills away. Kington Festive Food Fair offers festive food and drinks from the borders.

Gastronomic inspiration from over 70 specialty producers, plus live entertainment. For more information contact kingtonfoodfest@gmail.com or telephone 01544 231202 www. kingtonfoodfestival.co.uk

Telephone 01531 633886 or emailadmin@eastnorpottery.co.uk for more details.

ROBBIE’S SUPERSONIC ROCKET The Conquest Theatre Tenbury Road, Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4LL. 3pm & 6.45pm. Children aged 3 - 11 years are captivated by Robbie’s adventure in space! This exhilarating, colourful and high energy musical written by Hazel and Andy Hiles, is a fantastic and timeless touring show based on Hazel’s newly published picture storybook.

‘Robbie’s Supersonic Rocket’. With a cast of four, the show explores the special relationship between an eccentric and inventive grandfather and his young grandson, Robbie’s longsuffering grandmother and the family’s pampered cat, Moggy. The musical includes seven original songs. Grandpa Pops not only invents and creates an amazing rocket but also plays multiple instruments throughout the show.

Robbie and Moggy blast off into the night in Grandpop’s rocket, which is made completely out of recycled things from the house and garden. A night of adventure. Tickets: £8.00.

CHRISTMAS SPARKLE Hereford Cathedral HR1 2NG. 1pm.

Lunchtime organ recital of Advent and Christmas favourites given

by Peter Dyke, with large screen projection. Free with a retiring collection in support of the Perpetual Trust. www.herefordcathedral.org

Saturday 2nd – Sunday 17th THE HEREFORDSHIRE GUILD OF CRAFTSMEN’S CHRISTMAS Ledbury Town Centre, High Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 1BN. 10am – 4.30pm. This historic trading hall will be transformed into a festive emporium of beautifully handmade gifts by 20 craftsmen living and working in and around the county.

They’ll be Christmas tree decorations in stained glass, wood and ceramics,

POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOPS

leather belts, velvet bags, art, silver

Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RD. Spend the day or weekend relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £130 day £240 w/e. Includes materials, refreshments and lunch. Please

pendants, green men wall hangings

jewellery, sculptures in metal, resin and much more. Stewarded on a rota basis, they’ll be lots on hand to chat, cash and wrap. Free entry. www.herefordcraftguild.org

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CHRISTMAS AT CROFT CASTLE Croft Castle, Yarpole, Nr Leominster HR6 9PW. 11am – 4pm. Step back in time to the 1950’s this Christmas at Croft and evoke the spirit of post-war Britain through the rooms of the castle. Share your memories and Christmas traditions, see colourful decorations, sing along to carols and discover how the Croft family worked with the National Trust to save the castle and its parkland for the nation in 1957. Experience 1950’s Christmas cheer with hand-made decorations, festive trails, storytelling and Christmas carols in the castle.

On weekends in December, Father Christmas will be parking his sleigh and setting up his toy-making workshop in the Stables. Families can have a go at festive crafts while they wait to visit Father Christmas for an early gift. Families will need to call 0344 249 1895 to book their place.

Don’t forget to tuck into a mince pie and a cup of tea in the Carpenter’s tea-room and pick up a lovely gift in the Stables shop. The parkland is also open all year round, from dawn to dusk, so pop on your walking boots and bring your four-legged friend for a frosty winter walk this Christmas.

Normal admission charges apply.

Some special events cost extra www. nationaltrust.org.uk/croft-castle-andparkland

Saturday 2nd – Saturday 23rd

SANTA’S WORKSHOP Radway Bridge Garden Centre & Nurseries Whitestone Hereford HR1 3RX. Saturdays and Sundays - 10am to 1pm then 1:30 to 4:30pm. If you love Christmas you have got to to Radway Bridge Garden Centre.

Situated close to the city of Hereford this garden centre and tearoom has so much to offer including the

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Christmas Grotto, this year’s themed Santa Workshop. You can meet Father Christmas in his wonderful grotto themed grotto and receive a special present. Entry Charge is £6 including a suitable wrapped present.

tree! Find unique and local items, perfect for presents and buy them directly from those who make them.

Don’t forget to try the hot street food and drinks to keep you warm while you shop.

Sunday 3rd – Friday 22nd

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CHRISTMAS CRAFTS AND GIFTS FAIR Bleddfa, near Knighton, Powys LD7 1PA. 11am – 5pm. The Christmas Crafts and Gifts Fair is taking over the Bleddfa Centre from Sunday 3rd December, filling the Old School House Gallery with stalls brimming with high-quality, hand-crafted items that would make special Christmas gifts for your friends and family (or yourself, of course!). There will be cards, decorations, lighting, ceramics, pottery, textiles, jewellery, garments, and much more on sale, all hand-crafted by local artists. The Fair will be open every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 11am - 5pm. It’s Free to visit. The Reading Room cafe will also be open, serving hot drinks, soup, and festive treats - to help you to recover from the shopping! www.bleddfacentre.org

Tuesday 5th – Saturday 16th

DESIGNED FOR CHRISTMAS Weavers Gallery, Church Lane, Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 1DW. 10am till 4.30pm each day. Seven local makers present hand-crafted contemporary gifts for someone special. Ali Tregaskes’ etched silver jewellery, Marie-Therese King’s batik art, Jo Dewar’s woven wire creations and embroidered shoes, Jenny Pearce’s woven willow baskets, Katie Gamble’s stoneware pottery, Sarah Walker’s appliqued paper lampshades and Jocelyn Perry’s woven beadwork jewellery.

A beautiful mixed exhibition in a timbered second floor gallery in historic Ledbury. Free entry.

Thursday 7th & Friday 8th

HEREFORD FESTIVE MARKETS Hereford City Centre. 9am – 4pm.

Shoppers are in for a magical time this year with around 40 stalls each day in sight of the giant Christmas

Thursday 7th

Hereford College of Arts, Folly Lane, Hereford HR1 1LT. 5pm – 8.45pm.

This year Hereford College of Arts are putting on two evenings of festivities and creativity with specialist workshops. Let your creativity sparkle this Christmas as you design and make your very own Christmas products to take away and enjoy. The evening will commence with non-alcoholic (don’t want you tipsy in the workshops!) mulled wine, mince pies and Christmas carols, before attending your chosen workshop. Suitable for individuals, groups of friends and business colleagues wanting to get together for something a bit different this year – these one off workshops are sure to add a little bit of sparkle to your celebrations. Numbers are limited and booking is essential. Choose from the following: Hand Printed Christmas Cards, Glass Christmas Tree Decorations, Screen Printed Wrapping Paper, Make a Personalised Silver Ring, 3D Christmas Decorations & Pom Pom Christmas Crafts. Cost: £25. See website for details www.hca.ac.uk

Saturday 9th

LEOMINSTER VICTORIAN MARKET Corn Square, Leominster. 9am – 4pm. Leominster Victorian Market is held in Leominster each year, with a wide variety of stallholders, dressed in traditional Victorian dress, lining Corn Square and Broad Street and selling a range of crafts and gifts plus local and seasonal produce.

Around 100 traders line the streets in Leominster offering a wide range of crafts and gifts plus local and seasonal produce. Locals dress in traditional Victorian dress, and there is plenty of street entertainment to entertain all the family. A great way to get your family into the festive spirit. Visit the Leominster Tourist Information website. Free event

CHRISTMAS WREATH MAKING AT TRUMPET CORNER Trumpet Corner, Parkhold Cottage, Trumpet, Ledbury, HR8 2RA. 10am – 12.30pm. A delightful Christmas Wreath making workshop run by Debbie of Hibiscus Rooms. Make your own luxury wreath and indulge in a cream tea (included). Limited places so please book early to avoid disappointment. Cost: £40.

Call 01531 670082 or email jo@trumpetcorner.co.uk

HEREFORD ART MARKET Town Centre, Hereford. 9am – 4pm. Hereford Art Markets act as showcases for local talent and designer/makers from the region and are held regularly throughout the year. Offering a range of original artworks, traditional and contemporary crafts and handmade jewellery, the Art Markets offer visitors the chance to meet the professional and semi-professional Designer/Makers. Our artists in turn really enjoy meeting their customers and chatting about their work or discussing bespoke commissions.

Everything sold at Hereford Art Markets must be produced by the stall holder – we do not allow any bought in or imported crafts. Young designers and makers just starting out relish the chance to learn the ropes and for some, our Arts Markets are the first taste they have of working life as a commercial creative.

Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOPS

Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RD. Spend the day or weekend relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £130 day £240 w/e. Includes materials, refreshments and lunch. Please Telephone 01531 633886 or emailadmin@eastnorpottery.co.uk for more details.

CHRISTMAS AT CROFT CASTLE Croft Castle, Yarpole, Nr Leominster HR6 9PW. 11am – 4pm. Step back in time to the 1950’s this Christmas at Croft and evoke the spirit of post-war Britain through the rooms of the castle. Share your memories and Christmas traditions, see colourful

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On weekends in December, Father Christmas will be parking his sleigh and setting up his toy-making workshop in the Stables. Families can have a go at festive crafts while they wait to visit Father Christmas for an early gift. Families will need to call 0344 249 1895 to book their place.

Don’t forget to tuck into a mince pie and a cup of tea in the Carpenter’s tea-room and pick up a lovely gift in the Stables shop. The parkland is also open all year round, from dawn to dusk, so pop on your walking boots and bring your four-legged friend for a frosty winter walk this Christmas.

Normal admission charges apply.

Some special events cost extra www. nationaltrust.org.uk/croft-castle-andparkland

Saturday 9th – Sunday 24th

VISIT FATHER CHRISTMAS Hop Pocket Shopping Village, Bishops Frome WR6 5BT. 10am – 5.30pm.

This rural shopping destination plays host to over 20 unique and independent businesses giving you far more choice than any high street.

With a large free car park and a fantastic cafe and restaurant you won’t need to go any further to do all your festive shopping and take the kids to see Santa. Open every day until Christmas. www.thehoppocket.com

Sunday 10th

ABERGAVENNY CHRISTMAS FOOD & DRINK FAIR Abergavenny town centre, NP7 5HD. 10am – 5pm. Find everything

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you need to get into the Christmas spirit with more than 85 seasonal producers selling cheeses, meats, drinks and sweet treats, along with expert demonstrations from top chefs on how to make your festive food stand out. Kids’ activities will be running throughout the day to keep the little ones busy.

Tickets: £5 for adults and are free for under 16s. Book your tickets in advance via the website www. abergavennyfoodfestival.com

FATHER CHRISTMAS AT THE WEIR GARDENS 10.30am – 3.30pm. Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, the smell of toasted marshmallows – how could Father Christmas resist an invitation to the beautiful Weir Gardens?

The gardens are open as usual this Sunday for a stroll in the fresh air and there is a special Christmas trail for the children which includes a visit to Father Christmas. Normal admission charges apply. The trail and Santa visit is £4. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ the-weir-garden

THE CHURCHFITTER’S ‘CHRISTMAS CRACKER’ Kingsland Coronation Hall, Kingsland, Herefordshire HR6 9QS. 7.30pm – 10pm. The Churchfitters is a folk group like no other. A double bass made out of scrap metal. Heartwrenching vocals accompanied by a musical saw. Foot-stomping fiddle mixed with infectious funk-rock rhythms. Their “Christmas Cracker” is a mouthwatering selection of traditional and original festive season songs which will see Christmas in with a bang, a paper hat-full of surprises, novelties – and some terrible jokes too! Intrigued? Book Now! Tickets from www.artsalive. co.uk, Kingsland Post Office and T: 01568 709579 Tickets: £12 for adult/ £5 for under 18s

Wednesday 13th

LATE NIGHT OPENING WITH MUSIC Black And White House Museum, High Town, Hereford HR1 2AA. 4pm – 7pm. Come and listen to 17th music played on period instruments by the acclaimed early music ensemble, Merrie Noyse, whilst browsing our range of unique and unusual gift items and exploring life in the 17th

century. Tickets: £1.50 for children, £2.50 for adults, under 5’s free, £7.50 for a family (2 adults, 3 children) www.herefordshire.gov.uk

FESTIVE WREATH MAKING AT CASTLE HOUSE HOTEL Castle House Hotel, Castle Street, Hereford HR1 2NW. 10.30 – 3pm.

Talented florist Debbie Coplans owner of The Hibiscus Room in Hereford, will show how to make your own festive wreath for a table or door and/ or a festive garland to decorate a mantelpiece or bannisters. Debbie uses fresh foliage, berries, cones and flowers and will show you how to tie a beautiful ribbon to hang your wreath in place; she will also bring some of her own decorations that will be for sale.

Ticket: £55 including all materials, two-course festive lunch and coffees.

Booking is essential as these are very popular workshops www.castlehse. co.uk

Thursday 14th

CHRISTMAS WORKSHOPS Hereford College of Arts, Folly Lane, Hereford HR1 1LT. 5pm – 8.45pm.

This year Hereford College of Arts are putting on two evenings of festivities and creativity with specialist workshops. Let your creativity sparkle this Christmas as you design and make your very own Christmas products to take away and enjoy. The evening will commence with non-alcoholic (don’t want you tipsy in the workshops!) mulled wine, mince pies and Christmas carols, before attending your chosen workshop. Suitable for individuals, groups of friends and business colleagues wanting to get together for something a bit different this year – these one off workshops are sure to add a little bit of sparkle to your celebrations. Numbers are limited and booking is essential. Choose from the following: Hand Printed Christmas Cards, Glass Christmas Tree Decorations, Screen Printed Wrapping Paper, Make a Personalised Silver Ring, 3D Christmas Decorations & Pom Pom Christmas Crafts. Cost: £25. See website for details www.hca.ac.uk

ALL ABOUT MISTLETOE Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum, Dinmore Hill, Leominster,

Herefordshire, HR6 0PY. 10am – 12.30pm. Join Herefordshire Wildlife Trust’s Orchard Origins and discover all about mistletoe. Learn about how to manage the crop for the benefits of wildlife and the health of your fruit tree. Meet at the Jubilee Café.

Cost: £20. Book your place online at www.herefordshirewt.org or call 01432 356872

Thursday 14th & Friday 15th

HEREFORD FESTIVE MARKETS Hereford City Centre. 9am – 4pm.

Shoppers are in for a magical time this year with around 40 stalls each day in sight of the giant Christmas tree! Find unique and local items, perfect for presents and buy them directly from those who make them.

Don’t forget to try the hot street food and drinks to keep you warm while you shop.

Saturday 16th CHRISTMAS JUMPER RACEDAY

Roman Road, Hereford HR4 9QU. 10:35 to 5pm. This year’s Christmas Jumper Raceday will build on the success of 2016 and offers a fantastic way to get into the festive spirit with a fun day out at the races! There are seven races to enjoy and a prize pot of £70,000. Last year’s Christmas Jumper Raceday saw Finian’s Oscar make his British debut and he won in a style which set him up for success at Aintree’s Grand National meeting the following April. There will be plenty of entertainment and festive music to enjoy and the Christmas Cracker Raceday package will be available via www.herefordraceourse.co.uk which includes admission race card, hot turkey roll, mince pie and a drink. www. hereford-racecourse.co.uk

CHRISTMAS CRAFT and FOOD FAIR Hereford Cathedral HR1 2NG. 10am – 4pm. Over 40 stalls of seasonal gifts, food. Local crafts and tasty treats, including old favourites and some new arrivals. Carols for shoppers at 1 pm. Free entry.

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CHRISTMAS AT CROFT CASTLE Croft Castle, Yarpole, Nr Leominster HR6 9PW. 11am – 4pm. Step back in time to the 1950’s this Christmas at Croft and evoke the spirit of post-war Britain through the rooms of the castle. Share your memories and Christmas traditions, see colourful decorations, sing along to carols and discover how the Croft family worked with the National Trust to save the castle and its parkland for the nation in 1957. Experience 1950’s Christmas cheer with hand-made decorations, festive trails, storytelling and Christmas carols in the castle.

On weekends in December, Father Christmas will be parking his sleigh and setting up his toy-making workshop in the Stables. Families can have a go at festive crafts while they wait to visit Father Christmas for an early gift. Families will need to call 0344 249 1895 to book their place.

Don’t forget to tuck into a mince pie and a cup of tea in the Carpenter’s tea-room and pick up a lovely gift in the Stables shop. The parkland is also open all year round, from dawn to dusk, so pop on your walking boots and bring your four-legged friend for a frosty winter walk this Christmas.

Normal admission charges apply.

Some special events cost extra www. nationaltrust.org.uk/croft-castle-andparkland

Sunday 17th

FESTIVAL OF LIGHT Bromsgrove Town Centre, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Bromsgrove town centre will play host to The Festival of Light, a truly magical outdoor event. This atmospheric event is a largescale, outdoor, multi-faith lantern procession guided through the town’s centre. Everyone is invited to join in with this accessible and

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celebratory parade or just admire and soak up the atmosphere as the candle lit procession travels from Poundland to Argos! In the run up to The Festival of Light individuals, families, local schools and community groups are invited to participate in a free lantern making workshop, creating their own lantern to illuminate during the procession. There are lantern making workshops at Parkside, Bromsgrove District Council Offices on Market Street during December for making a simple pyramid lantern or those who enjoy a creative challenge make their own unique masterpiece. Lantern making workshops are free of charge and spaces can be booked via Artrix Box Office. This free, family friendly event is open to everybody at 5pm on Sunday 17th December. For further information about the parade or to book a free lantern making workshop visit www.artrix.co.uk or contact Box Office on 01527 577330.

Tuesday 19th December – 13th January 2018 FAMILY POTTERY FUN

Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RD. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm. (please contact the Pottery for Christmas opening hours) Simply email admin@eastnorpottery. co.uk or telephone 01531 633886 to book a session, turn up and choose from an exciting menu of pottery projects using real clay, including potter’s wheel. No minimum order of participants required and projects start at just £5. Excellent & creative indoor activity.

Thursday 21st & Friday 22nd

HEREFORD FESTIVE MARKETS Hereford City Centre. 9am – 4pm.

Shoppers are in for a magical time this year with around 40 stalls each day in sight of the giant Christmas tree! Find unique and local items, perfect for presents and buy them directly from those who make them.

Don’t forget to try the hot street food and drinks to keep you warm while you shop.

Saturday 23rd

CHRISTMAS NATIVITY WORKSHOP Hereford Cathedral HR1 2NG. 10:30-1pm. Enjoy a family workshop to make Christingles, share refreshments, and listen to a Christmas story in preparation for the service on Christmas Eve. College Hall. Information from education@ herefordcathedral.org or phone 01432 374256

Sunday 24th

CHRISTINGLE NATIVITY SERVICE Hereford Cathedral HR1 2NG. 3pm.

A celebration of Christmas light for children and families, with the telling of the Christmas story and the distribution of Christingles. Free event.

JANUARY Saturdays & Sundays throughout January

WELLY WALK AND WANGING Brockhampton Estate, Estate Office, Greenfields, Bringsty, Herefordshire WR6 5TB. 11am – 4pm. There’s something for everyone this January and we want you to get outdoors at Brockhampton and test your welly wanging skills. Dig out your wellington boots and enjoy the fresh air of the countryside at Brockhampton this winter. Let the children run free, climb a tree and have adventures. There are several walks available for all ages and don’t forget to bring along the family dog too. Visit us down at Lower Brockhampton and have a go at welly wanging outside of the manor house and see how far you can throw a welly or two. Warming refreshments will be available in the Granary.

This is at weekends only. Booking not needed. Free Event but normal admission charges apply. Check website for latest information. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOPS

Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RD. Spend the day or weekend relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £130

day £240 w/e. Includes materials, refreshments and lunch. Please telephone 01531 633886 or emailadmin@eastnorpottery.co.uk for more details.

Monday 8th Dancefest

Dancefest’s spring term of classes and workshops for all ages starts on Monday 8 January. They offer a wide range of after school dance clubs, beginners’ ballet and youth companies across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Tel: 01905 611199 or visit www.dancefest.co.uk

Saturday 13th POTTER’S WHEEL WORKSHOPS

Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RD. Spend the day or weekend relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £130 day £240 w/e. Includes materials, refreshments and lunch. Please telephone 01531 633886 or emailadmin@eastnorpottery.co.uk for more details.

Friday 26th – Sunday 28th

LEDBURY BIG BREAKFAST 9am – 2pm. Food shops, cafes, and hotels in and around Ledbury will be offering all kinds of food to celebrate that most important of meals – breakfast, and what we at the Ledbury Food Group consider important - good locally produced food and drink. This weekend is special for the variety of breakfast treats on offer from the lightest breakfast to the heartiest, many featuring the local produce for which Herefordshire is famous. Each venue is asked to put on their own breakfast specials, as well as their normal fare.

At least seventeen local venues in and around Ledbury are taking part, and many will take bookings. More information will be available on the Ledbury Food Group website from early January – including details of what venues are taking part, times when they will be serving breakfast, what specials they will offer and any booking arrangements. Cost: the price of your breakfast! www.ledburyfoodgroup.org

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Santa’s helpers needed!

Santa’s hardworking elves will be working at Old Market, and they’re looking for more helpers! In this workshop, little hands, make light work and they have lots of fun too.

The elves will need more helpers to help them making crafts, reindeer food and decorating angels for Christmas Trees. If you help out, you’ll be able to take your handiwork home with you!

The workshop will be open 10am – 4pm on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th December, and then again on Saturday 16th through to Saturday 23rd December. So don’t miss all the festive fun, it’s all FREE! n

CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS AT HEREFORD CATHEDRAL There is no better place to celebrate Christmas in Hereford than at the cathedral, where many of our activities are suitable for children and families.

Join us for our CHRISTMAS FAIR on Saturday 16 December 9.30am – 4pm, with Carols for Shoppers at 1 pm. More than 40 stalls will present seasonal gifts, local crafts and tasty treats, supporting a range of Herefordshire charities. Entry is free.

The CATHEDRAL TOWER will be open for visits during the Christmas holidays; see website for details.

At our CHRISTINGLE NATIVITY WORKSHOP in College Hall on Saturday 23 December, 10.30 am -12.00 noon, families can enjoy making tree decorations, listen to a story, make a Christingle and share

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Christmassy refreshments.

Booking is essential. Contact 01432 374256 or email education@herefordcathedral.org.

The CHRISTMAS EVE CHRISTINGLE NATIVITY SERVICE on 24 December at 3 pm is a celebration of Christmas light for children and families, with the telling of the Christmas story and distribution of Christingles.

CHRISTMAS EVE CHORAL EVENSONG at 5.30 pm includes the blessing of the crib.

ALL WELCOME For details of these and other services, concerts and events please visit our website: www.herefordcathedral.org or email: office@ herefordcathedral.org or call: 01432 374212, group enquiries: 01432 372202 n

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Forestry Commission England’s

guide to choosing the perfect Christmas tree

What better way to celebrate the festive season than with the most glorious Christmas tree. But other than size, what are the things to consider when buying your Christmas centrepiece?

classic look and smell of Christmas.

Tip: To help your spruce retain its needles you need to place it away from any radiators/fires and water it every day.

Each tree species can be a little different in size, scent and needle retention so it’s difficult to know which Christmas tree to buy.

Delight your family and guests this Christmas by using Forestry Commission England’s expert guide to picking the perfect tree for you.

The star qualities of a Nordmann fir are: • Having soft foliage and an even shape – making it a joy to decorate!

• Glossy, dark green needles that have a whitish/light blue underside

Norway Spruce

Considered the traditional Christmas tree, the Norway Spruce is best known for: • A wonderful shape and an abundance of branches – great for hanging lots of decorations!

• A lovely ‘Christmassy’ scent that’s perfect at this time of year Who does it suit?

With a long lasting scent and a traditional shape, Norway spruce are perfect for those who appreciate the

Nordmann fir

Who does it suit?

With its big needles which are lovely and soft, Nordmann fir are perfect for those with young children.

Tip: You will need a big space to show off a Nordmann fir in its full glory. For a 6ft tall tree allow approximately 5ft space.

Lodgepole pine

The Lodgepole pine is an ideal Christmas tree due to its: • Bushy appearance and luscious long green needles • Branches that point upwards which hold a wonderful pine scent

Who does it suit?

With the best needle retention of them all, Lodgepole pines are perfect for those who like a long festive season and decorate their tree as early as possible. Tip: High ceilings are a must for this tree; make sure you measure the height of your room where you plan to put the tree before you go pick one up from the forest!

Caring for your Christmas tree Preventing needles dropping and the green from fading on your Christmas tree requires a little bit of care and attention. Follow our top tips for a longer lasting, healthier real Christmas tree!

1. Cut off 2.5cm from the trunk to aid with water absorption 2. Put the tree in a stand with the trunk immersed in water 3. Keep your tree in a cool, dry space. Away from radiators and fires 4. Water your tree regularly

Why buy real?

Being experts in trees, woodlands and sustainable forestry, Forestry Commission England’s real

Christmas trees are so good, even Santa has given his stamp of approval. But why buy real?

1. Real trees use 10 times fewer materials and five times less energy than artificial trees 2. They are completely biodegradable 3. They are grown in the UK 4. A tree is planted for every tree harvested 5. You’ll have a free baby sapling, to plant your own tree It will also come with a certificate of authenticity to guarantee the trees quality, which will be signed by Santa himself. There is so much more on offer when you buy your tree from the forest. You can meet Santa and enjoy a whole range of Christmas activities for both little and big kids to get into the festive spirit!

To find your nearest forest sales centre, or check out top tree tips on keeping your tree fresh and healthy over the festive holidays visit www.forestry.gov.uk/christmas n

Festive fun at 360 Play

The 360 Christmas Party is back again this year, with festive fun for children of all ages. Saturday 16th December 2017 from 6.30pm 8.30pm.

With a delicious hot buffet for adults and children, loads of fun and games, the 360 Disco and a sweet treat for all little ones.

Prices are as follows: Children £10.50, Adults £5.50, Children under 1 are free.

www.pallisers.co.uk 01432 890 300

360 Play is the one stop family entertainment venue for creative, active, stimulating fun whatever the weather.

Enjoy soft play on our huge play frames; giant wave slides, aerial gliders, interactive ball zone, assault race track, aerial swings, cargo nets

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and tunnels, roundabout and much, much more.

Remember our Carousel and Dodgems are included in the admission price, so you can ride all day long at no extra charge.

Our 360 café prides itself in providing fresh food, from a snack to a full meal. Order at the counter then sit back and we will deliver your freshly prepared food to your table.

We serve fresh food – not fast food.

360 Play is great for birthday parties. We understand the work involved when you want to organise that special family event and want everything to be just right.

360 Play, unlimited play, unlimited fun www.360play.co.uk

Christmas at Stunning Themed Bouncy Castles and Soft Play Dinosaurs

clearwell caves

Farmyard

Sealife

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Unicorns

Cars

Amazon Worcestershire’s largest selection of inflatable entertainment

t: 01905 841902 m: 07765 000777

This year Elves and friends of Clearwell Caves have been busy creating exciting displays for this popular underground Grotto. First children see Father Christmas in his spectacular underground cavern, they choose a present, then walk through wonderful Christmas displays, which this year tells the curious tale of ‘Cora and the Bloobious Bright’. A young girl goes on a Christmas adventure set beneath the sea. As she swims along, she discovers unusual footprints, what strange creature do they belong to?

In a fun Christmas story, children meet Cora and the Bloobious

Bright and follow them on an exciting journey, to discover if they will finally enjoy a Happy Christmas Day. In the largest cavern will be underground stalls selling gifts, decorations and stocking fillers, as well as an underground café, for a welcome hot chocolate, before continuing the story.

Booking is essential so please visit our website. There are late night openings on Fridays (last entry 7pm).

It’s a great underground Christmas adventure, for all ages. www.clearwellcaves.com

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e r t a e Th S w o h S ’S n e r d l i h C Family &

The Artrix Tel: 01527 577330

SANTA IN LOVE Saturday 2nd December, 12noon. Have you ever wanted to know a secret? A Christmas secret! Maybe you’d like to know where the fairy on top of the Christmas tree comes from, or why you never see a Christmas elf, or what exactly happened to Frosty the Snowman? Or maybe you’d like to know the greatest secret of them all... the one about Santa Claus and the thing he secretly loves best.

Could it be presents? Could it be reindeer? Could it be snow?

You’ll never guess, so if you want to find out then join Santa and his friends in this fun filled family musical complete with games, giggles and all your favourite Christmas songs. Santa will be available after the show to meet your little ones and give them a present, so don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the smiles! Suitable for all the ages.

Tickets: £9 - includes a gift from Santa for every child

CINDERELLA: ALL & SUNDRY PANTOMIME Saturday 16th - Saturday 23rd December. Time: 7pm with occasional matinees at 2pm. The most famous

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pantomime of them all! The classic rags to riches story! Cinderella lives a life of drudgery, her life made a misery by her horrible Ugly sisters, Chardonnay and Prosecco. Her downtrodden and newlywed father, Baron Hardup is powerless to intervene (he’s more scared of them than she is!) and her only comfort is her pal Buttons! Prince Charming is holding a ball to meet his bride to be. Can this be the chance that Cinders has been waiting for?

Despite the best efforts of her two malicious Ugly Sisters, Cinderella shall go to the ball with the help of her Magical Fairy Godmother!

A traditional family Pantomime full of fun, slapstick and a little sprinkling of magic! Tickets: From £14, conc. from £13

The conquest Tel: 01885 488575

WIZARD OF OZ Thursday 7th December.

Time: 7.30pm. Will the Scarecrow find a brain? The Lion some courage? The Tin Man a heart? The Audience some ice cream? The “irresistibly anarchic” Oddsocks Productions are bringing another classic adventure to life with a hearty dollop of their trademark comedy: new songs, familiar

faces and laughs aplenty! In a brand-new adaptation of L Frank Baum’s ‘The Wizard of Oz’, the Oddsocks troupe invite you to meet Dorothy as you’ve never seen her before. Join the Scarecrow, Lion and Tin Man as they travel through the weird and wonderful land of Oz, encountering Wet Witches, Flying Monkeys, Poisonous Poppies and a multitude of Munchkins along the way!

What could possibly go wrong?

Tickets: £15, £11 (under 16)

THE SLEEPING BEAUTY Friday 29th December 7pm, Saturday 30th December 3pm & 7pm, Friday 5th January 7pm, Saturday 6th January 3pm & 7pm. Put all your Spinning Wheels away and watch out for the Bad Fairy and her Wolves, yes wolves! True to form The Sleeping Beauty will reach her 18th birthday, surrounded by her parents and Court officials (look out for local actors you know and love) then sleep for 100 years to be awakened by her Prince. With Fairies galore, songs, full chorus and orchestra, comedy, rabbits and slapstick, this beautifully costumed pantomime follows its course with a modern interpretation. Tickets: £12, £6 (under 12)

The courtyard Tel: 01432 340555

SLEEPING BEAUTY Saturday 25th November 2017 – Saturday 6th January 2018. Times vary, see website. The Pantomime of dreams! This spellbinding spectacular family pantomime will be packed with colourful characters, side splitting comedy, show-stopping musical routines, plenty of magic and sparkle and a family sized dollop of good old fashioned fun! Will the princess ever wake from her enchanted slumber? Will the Dame finally find her man? There’s only one way to find out! Treat yourself and your loved ones to a fabulous fairy tale treat this Christmas season, and enjoy all the usual laughs and traditions that The Courtyard Panto audiences have come to know and love. Tickets: From £10

LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD Saturday 6th – Saturday 30th December. Times vary, see website. Join us for a magical Courtyard Christmas Family show, Little Red Riding Hood. Filled with humour, loveable characters and original music, Little Red Riding Hood brings a joyous new twist to

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the classic tale of bravery, love, friendship and family. In fairy tales it’s always the Big Bad Wolf that causes the problems but is that really fair? In this retelling of the children’s classic Little Red Riding Hood, the Wolf finally gets to have his say. The audience gets to make up their mind about the Wolf and his wicked ways as he goes up against Little Red and a host of other fairy tale characters in this family friendly production. This show features lots of songs, audience interaction and plenty of family fun as it tells the story of Little Red and her poor old Gran – perfect for children aged 7 and under, and their grown-ups!

Tickets: Adult £9, Concs. £8 A REAL ALIEN ADVENTURE Saturday 20th January 2018.

Time: 11am. Amelia Buttersnap, investigator of all things unseen and mysterious, inventor of gadgets marvellous and improbable, wants to prove that aliens really do exist. With her Translator Device, her Teleporter Machine and her trusty cat Tibbles she sets off on a rip-roaring intergalactic adventure. Are the aliens’ friend or foe? Why are they stealing all the fluffy things? And how do you drink a cup of tea in space?

Tickets: £7.50 (free preactivity from 10.30am)

evesham arts Tel: 01386 446944

INISH ECHOES Sunday 3rd December, 5pm. The McCarthy-Felton Irish Dancers present their World Champions in a spectacular display of Irish Step, Ceili and

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Figure dancing - with a few fun dances to boot! Tickets: £7, £6 concs

ALADDIN Wednesday 24th – Sunday 28th January 2018.

Time: 7.30pm, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2.30pm. In a land far, far away... let the cast of our 2018 family pantomime take you on a magical, mysterious journey.

Follow Aladdin as he goes in search of wealth & fortune. Boo and hiss at the evil Abanazer and his henchmen and laugh at Widow Twankey and her slapstick comedy routines. Join in all the fun & games you’ve come to expect from Evesham’s premier pantomime society as they celebrate their 28th Annual show. Tickets: £12

malvern theatre Tel: 0845 287 2146

CINDERELLA Thursday 14th December – Sunday 7th January 2018.

Times vary, see website.

A magical show for all the family, starring This Morning’s Alison Hammond as the Fairy Godmother alongside Gemma Naylor from Nick. Jr’s Go! Go! Go! show as Cinderella! Paul Hawkyard from CBeebies’ Old Jack’s Boat as Baron Hardup and comedy star Mark James as Buttons. Former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Alison is a regular on ITV’s This Morning and a panellist on Loose Women. Tickets: From £11.76 (dependant on performance time/date)

DEAR SANTA Friday 8th – Sunday 10th December. Times: Friday at 1pm, Saturday & Sunday at 11am & 2pm. From the author of the well-loved children’s book DEAR ZOO, Rod Campbell.

Santa is determined to deliver the most fantastic Christmas present to our little hero Sarah.

But he doesn’t get it right straight away! With the help of his cheeky Elf, he finally settles on something ‘perfect’, just in time for Christmas Eve. All the ingredients of Rod Campbell’s ingeniously simple and charming style are brought to life on stage, plus a whole lot more… with music, laughter and plenty of audience participation. Plus the opportunity to meet Santa himself and after the show! A perfect introduction to theatre for those aged 2 to 7 years old, DEAR SANTA is a Christmas present children and parents alike will never forget. Tickets: £13.50, Family of 4 £50

THE WITCHES Saturday 16th –Sunday 31st December. Times: see website. Roald Dahl’s story is magically and stylishly adapted for the stage by the master of storytelling David Wood and reveals the whole ghastly truth about these horrible creatures.

Children will be thrilled by the illusions and puppetry as people disappear into thin air on stage or are turned into mice, and grownups will be engaged by the sly humour and fiendish fantasy. Top drawer family entertainment. The perfect Christmas treat. Tickets: £16, £12 over 60 and unwaged, £10 under 18’s.

Number 8 Tel: 01386 555488

JACK & THE BEANSTALK Monday 4th – Saturday 9th December. Time: 7.30pm, Saturday matinee 2.30pm.

Come and follow Jack, his hapless brother Simple Simon,

and their mother Dame Trot as they climb the beanstalk to Cloud Land in this spectacular family pantomime. Can Jack outwit the ghastly giant and his evil side kick Desdemona to save the beautiful Princess and win riches beyond his wildest dreams? Tickets: From £11

A PIROUETTE CHRISTMAS TALE Friday 15 December. Time: 7.00pm. A magical Christmas tale told through song and dance by the talented children of Pirouette Dance School.

Tickets: £10, Children and concessions £8

norbury theatre Tel: 01905 770154

THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE Saturday 2nd December.

Times: 2pm & 7pm. Enter the magical land of Narnia, the land behind the wardrobe door where animals talk, trees can walk, a white witch covers the landscape with snow and bewitches you with Turkish Delight, and where a mighty lion rescues you whenever you get into trouble. C.S. Lewis’ first tale of Narnia is loved by children and adults the world over and now comes to vibrant life on the stage in Irita Kutchmy’s musical adaptation. Just open the door.

You’ll never believe what you’ll find. Tickets £7.50

ALICE IN WONDERLAND JR Saturday 9th - Sunday 10th December. Times: 7pm, Saturday & 2:30pm Sunday. Beginners on Stage present an amateur production.

Travel down the rabbit hole and join Alice, one of literature’s most beloved heroines, in her madcap adventures. Featuring updated songs from Disney’s thrilling animated motion picture, Disney’s Alice in Wonderland JR. is a fast-paced take on the classic tale. Tickets £10, £8 for children 12 years and below.

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FAMILY MARKETPLACE CHILDCARE

DANCE & DRAMA

Wyeside Day Nursery & Out of School Care Ltd

Dance • Acting • Musical Theatre Ballet, Contemporary, Tap, Jazz, Pointe

“Where children enjoy their learning adventure” Tel: 01432 358070

www.wyesidedaynursery.co.uk 26 Eign Road, Hereford, HR1 2RY

Classes from toddlers to adults e: balletmalvern@icloud.com t: 07793722319

www.balletmalvern.co.uk

DANCE & DRAMA

Weekly dance classes for all ages

dancefest.co.uk 01905 611199 DANCE & DRAMA

TUITION

Thursday night from 7pm to 8.30pm Friday Night from 7pm to 9pm Westland’s Community Hall, Westland’s Estate, WR9 9BF

Contact Thomas: 01905 796365 or 07877751830 email: tom@spajudo.org.uk

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What’s on in your area?

From Theatre shows and attractions to classes and family days out - you’ll find even more on our website!

Dodderhill Independent Girls

Droitwich Spa “We celebrate the uniqueness of every individual girl”

Open Day Thursday 11th January 2018

“We provide an environment that allows our girls to develop a love of learning and facilitate their development into confident young women”

Independent School for girls aged 4-16 Contact us to reserve your place Tel: 01905 778290 info@dodderhill.co.uk www.dodderhill.co.uk

“Creating opportunities for educational discovery”