The Scallymag Hudds - Issue 1

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North Huddersfield, Fixby, Birkby, Lindley, Marsh, Edgerton, Bradley, Sheepridge and Surrounding Areas

Daily DIARIES

For Pre-School and Out-of-School Activities

Out & About

Temple Newsam Clumber Park

News

Olympic Inspiration

Features School Admissions Uniform Exchange Baby Sling Library

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Theatre Tickets

Literacy Latest Books

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Jo Jingles is Here!

Fun Music, Singing & Movement Classes for children aged 3 months to 5 years • Weekly themed • Nursery rhymes classes & action songs • Musical instruments • Exciting props Children’s Parties & Nursery Sessions also available

Baby, toddler & pre-school classes now running in Ripponden, Halifax, Huddersfield & Brighouse For details call Kerry on 01422 820425 www.jojingles.com/halifax

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A very warm welcome to the first issue of The Scallymag for north Huddersfield – a brand new free magazine for parents, carers and children.

The magazine has been operating successfully in neighbouring Calderdale and parts of Lancashire for several years. Now, Huddersfield residents can benefit from it too.

As mum to Jonathan, nine, Florence, two and Benjamin, one, I understand how difficult it can be to meet other mums and to find out about groups, activities and events in your local area.

The Scallymag’s comprehensive pre-school and out of school diary pages list all sorts of classes from dance to martial arts, gymnastics to drama, which will make it easy for you to meet like-minded parents in your area.

Within the magazine, you will regularly find features on days out, interesting articles on local community figures and initiatives, news, information on education and literacy, competitions, recipes and much more.

In this issue, you can read about fantastic child-friendly trips to Temple Newsam, Leeds and the beautiful National Trust owned Clumber Park.

Now that the theatre season is once again in full swing, why not enter our fabulous competition to be in with a chance of winning a family ticket to see ‘The Three Billy Pigs’ at Square Chapel Centre for the Arts, Halifax, or prepare to snuggle up with a cosy Autumn book by reading our literacy page, put together by the wonderful and knowledgeable staff at The Children’s Bookshop, Lindley.

On another note, we’re very proud to announce that this edition of The Scallymag will be supporting the Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice as its chosen charity of the year. We will bring you regular updates on the charity’s amazing fundraising efforts with every issue.

That leads me neatly on to thanking our advertisers without which it would not be possible to distribute this magazine. I would like to say a huge ‘thank you’ to them for taking a chance and supporting The Scallymag. Please take note of their valuable input throughout these pages.

Compiling this magazine has taken a lot of time and effort and would not have been possible without the help of so many people who have contributed, provided information and offered guidance. Special thanks to my husband and three children for their support, belief and above all, patience.

I have endeavoured to make the magazine as accurate, comprehensive and local as possible but if you have an idea or suggestion for content, please do get in touch. The magazine will be published in October, December, March and June. I do hope you enjoy the first issue.

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WELCOME CONTENTS Classified Adverts Page 2 News Page 4 Out & About Temple Newsam Page 5 Features Page 6 Competition Page 6 Focus On School Admissions Page 7 Uniform Excahnge Page 7 Diary Pages Pre-school Diary Page 8 Out of School Diary Page 10 Features Page 12 Out & About Clumber Park Page 13 Education Page 14 Literacy Page 15

Contact us

To discuss and book advertising space, ideas for future articles or just to let us know what you think of the magazine, please get in touch by any of the following means: 0 11 Church St, Rastrick, Brighouse, HD6 3NF 8 elaine@thescallymag.co.uk  07932 395676 R www.thescallymag.co.uk The Scallymag (North Huddersfield) @ScallymagHudds

Editor: Elaine Jinks-Turner Lay-out & Design: Gary Turner Publishing: The Scallymag Distribution: Many thanks to all schools, groups and other businesses that help with the distribution of The Scallymag® Special Thanks: To all advertisers whose contribution ensures the magazine can be distributed free-of-charge Editorial & Advertising: Elaine Jinks-Turner Photography: © Gary Turner Front Cover: Jonathan Turner, aged nine Disclaimer: Whilst every care is taken to ensure the information contained in this magazine is true, accurate and fair, the publisher cannot take any responsibility for errors, inaccuracies or omissions, or for events arising from the use of this information.

Any statements or opinions given in the magazine are not necessarily those of the publisher and no products and services mentioned in articles or adverts are officially endorsed by them. © The Scallymag ® 2012 All content of this magazine is copyright. No part of it may be reproduced by any means or in any form without written permission from the publisher.

The Scallymag® is a registered trademark of Catalyze Enterprises Ltd.

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News Olympic torch bearer hopes to inspire children

This year saw Britain host the Olympics with the phenomenal successes of Team GB inspiring generations of sporting youngsters up and down the country.

But for Huddersfield’s own Olympic torch bearer, Rebecca Kane, 2012 has also been a defining year in her distinguished sporting history.

She said: “When I got off the torch tour bus the atmosphere was amazing!

So many people – approximately 40,000 had come out to see the torch go through the town.”

Rebecca, who runs the martial arts club, Kane Academy, at Lockwood, Huddersfield, practices a form of martial arts that originates from the Philippines and is five times world

champion, 10 times British champion and two times European champion.

In total she has won over 33 national and international top three placings for this type of martial art. Not only that, Rebecca has also competed on the world stage in Irish dancing.

To top her outstanding achievements, Rebecca was named the Huddersfield Examiner’s Sports Personality of the Year 2012.

Of running with the Olympic torch she said: “The same feelings were present as before a title fight, that combination of nerves and excitement.

“I will be keeping my torch so that I can inspire several other young hopefuls as well as those less fortunate to get

involved in sport.”

Rebecca has been teaching martial arts and fitness classes for six years, most notably to women who have suffered domestic violence and to children with severe conditions of autism, dyspraxia and Asperger’s Syndrome.

Kane Academy, a labour of love for the past four years, is now complete and Rebecca intends to use the facilities to continue her inspirational work and fundraising for a variety of charities including the Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice at Fell Greave Road, Huddersfield.

new DANCE show ‘The storybook’

The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance will take to the stage at the Lawrence Batley Theatre for its new show, ‘The Storybook,’ which will bring to life the greatest tales of our time.

Performances will take place on Sunday December 2, 2012 at 2pm and 6pm under the direction of Principal, Jo Perkins.

It promises to take the audience on a magical journey through fables, fantasies and myths.

The school at Queen Street South, Huddersfield, was established over 60 years ago by Audrey Spencer. She retired in 2010 and Jo took over, having returned to work at the school in 2008. Many past pupils have starred in West End productions and gained cruise, television and touring work.

Dance training is offered from tots to adults for those wishing to enjoy it as a hobby through to professional standards.

Pupils can train for IDTA exams and have the opportunity to be involved in shows and competitions throughout the year.

bonfire night SAFETY

Firefighters are urging parents to keep their children safe this bonfire night by taking them to organised displays only.

A spokesman for West Yorkshire Fire Service said: “Remember that a sparkler reaches up to 20 times the temperature of boiling water – so parents should also be mindful of the dangers of giving sparklers to children, even at organised events.”

Top tips 1. Keep fireworks in a closed metal box

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2. Read the instructions by torchlight, never a naked flame 3. Light fireworks at arm’s length 4. Stand well back 5. Never go back to a firework once lit 6. Keep a bucket of water handy 7. Douse used fireworks with water, bury or place in a metal container afterwards 8. Always supervise children 9. Keep pets indoors 10. Always follow the firework code

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OUT & ABOUT

Temple newsam ESTATE

Temple Newsam Road, Off Selby Road, Leeds, LS15 0AE TEL 0113 336 7461 (House) / 0113 336 7560 (Estate Office) http://www.leeds.gov.uk/museumsandgalleries/Pages/Temple-Newsam.aspx

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his year will no doubt be remembered as one of the wettest on record. But despite the downpours, we were blessed with a gorgeous, warm, sunny day when we ventured out to one of West Yorkshire’s best known stately homes - Temple Newsam.

A riot of colour is what awaits at Temple Newsam with its acres of parkland, walled garden, woodland glades and ornamental lake.

Each time we’ve made the 30 minute trip in Spring, Summer and Autumn, we’ve been lucky and enjoyed glorious sunshine which has made the outdoors all the more appealing.

Greeted by the first blossoms of March, vibrant pinks and purples in August or the golden hues of Autumn, Temple Newsam boasts fabulous natural surroundings and gardens landscaped by Capability Brown.

From beautiful wild flower meadows and bridleways to the more formal gardens, my nine-year-old and two-year-old were happy to explore for hours. Although there was some uphill walking involved, I found the paths easy to navigate even with a tandem buggy from which my one-yearold enjoyed the scenery and fresh air.

Temple Newsam is a great place to enjoy a family picnic and the little ones can be kept entertained with ball games on the many grassed areas, feeding the ducks, jumping on the seasonal bouncy castle or visiting the animals at the rare breed farm, for which there is a small charge, though children under five go free.

The adventure playground was a big hit with all three of my children and offered something for all ages from baby swings for the little ones, smaller slides and roundabouts suitable for toddlers and young children to an expansive climbing frame and zip slide for older kids.

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energy, ice creams are available at small kiosks in the car park with tea and coffee for mums and dads.

But if the great British weather is not so kind to you, don’t be put off, there is still lots to see and do.

For a small charge you can venture inside the great Tudor-Jacobean mansion which has frequently been described as one of the best stately homes in Britain.

Famed for being the birth place of Lord Darnley, the husband of Mary Queen of Scots, it’s ideal if you would like to fuel your child’s interest in history.

Quizzes and trails are available for families and the various exhibitions are often accompanied by craft activities and special events. Until November 11, 2012, you can discover Temple Newsam’s real-life fairy tales and take the Prince and Princess Quiz.

If it isn’t picnic weather, you can always head to the Courtyard Tea Rooms which serves the estate’s own rare breed sausages and burgers as well as freshly baked scones and cake. There is also a gift shop with an extensive range of goods designed for both children and adults.

The house, farm and tea rooms are open every day except Mondays during term time. Facilities are open during school holidays and on bank holidays but check the website for full details prior to travelling.

By Elaine Jinks

features NEW DANCE CLASSES Dance studio, HD1 Dance, opened its doors 18 months ago and offers a full range of classes for children of all ages.

Situated on St Johns Road, Huddersfield, classes for tots through to age 16 inlcude ballet, tap, theatre craft, jazz, contemporary, Irish, junior, flamenco, junior belly dancing, street dance and body popping.

The space is also perfect for taekwondo classes and performing arts school, Reach, is also incorporated, offering singing, dance and drama lessons. The first children’s class is free.

HD1 Dance also offers a range of adult classes including zumba, yoga, street, tap, ballet, jive, belly dancing, flamenco, meditation and ta-chi. Contact HD1 Dance for full details.

The studio is available to hire Monday to Friday between 10am to 4pm for £5 per hour. A charge of £10 per hour is payable at all other times.

Monday 1.30 - 2.30 4.00 - 5.00 4.00 - 5.00 5.00 - 6.00 6.00 - 7.00 7.30 - 9.00 Tuesday 4.00 - 5.00 5.00 - 6.00 5.00 - 6.00 6.00 - 7.00 Wednesday 4.00 - 4.45 4.45 - 5.30 5.00 - 6.00 6.00 - 7.00 Thursday 1.30 - 2.30 4.00 - 5.00 5.00 - 6.00 5.30 - 6.30 7.00 - 8.30 Friday 4.00 - 4.45 5.00 - 5.30 5.00 - 7.00 Saturday 9.00 - 10.00 10.00 - 11.00 11.00 - 12.00 11.00 - 12.00 12.00 - 1.00 2.00 - 3.00 2.30 - 3.30 3.30 - 4.30

Toddlers ballet/tap Prep ballet/tap Suga Cubes street dance Street dance Street dance Body popping

age 2/4 age 4/5 age 2/6 age 6/11 age 12/16 age 8/16

£4 £5 £4 £4 £4 £4

Prep ballet/tap Primary ballet/tap Rhythmix street dance Grade 3 ballet/tap

age 4/5 age 5/6 age 3/12 age 12/16

£5 £5 £4 £4

Grade 1 ballet/tap Grade 5 ballet/3 tap Rhythmix street dance Rhythmix street dance

age 9/11 age 14/16 age 3/12 age 12/over

£4 £4 £4 £4

Toddlers ballet/tap Suga Cubes street dance Street dance Grade 3 ballet/tap Taekwondo

age 2/4 age 2/5 age 6/11 age 8/10 Open age

£4 £4 £5 £4

Irish dancing Beginners Irish dancing Reach performing arts

age 6/16 age 6/16 Open age

£4 £2.50

Toddlers ballet/tap Prep ballet/tap Primary ballet/tap Grade 1 ballet/tap Prep ballet/tap Rhythmix street dance Grade 1 ballet/tap Primary ballet/tap

age 2/4 age 4/6 age 6/8 age 8/10 age 4/6 age 3/12 age 7/9 age 6/8

£5 £5 £5 £5 £5 £4 £5 £5

Win Family Ticket To ‘The Three Billy Pigs’ The Scallymag has teamed up with Square Chapel Centre for the Arts to offer you the chance to win a family ticket to see ‘The Three Billy Pigs’.

Performed by Noisy Oyster Theatre Company, the show blends together the two classic fairy tales of ‘The Three Little Pigs’ and ‘The Three Billy Goats Gruff’ using beautifully crafted puppets, light hearted storytelling, live music and a little bit of eco-awareness.

It sees the three little pigs setting off to build their perfect homes which are then put to the test by a wolf. But who is the grumpy person who lives under the bridge? All will be revealed as the magical tale unfolds.

Suitable for children aged three and above, the performance, which will take place on October 28, lasts 45 minutes –

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just long enough before little ones start to get restless.

To enter, all you have to do is answer the following question correctly: Which two classic fairy tales does ‘The Three Billy Pigs’ blend together? Send your answer together with your name and address to The Scallymag, 11 Church Street, Rastrick, Brighouse, West Yorkshire, HD6 3NF by October 18, 2012.

Even if you’re not lucky enough to win this time around, you can save £1 per ticket by quoting ‘Scallymag’ when purchasing from the box office.

Tickets cost £7 in advance and £8 on the day. To book, telephone 01422 349422 or visit www. squarechapel. co.uk.

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School admissions made easy

hoosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will ever make as a parent and the task can feel daunting.

Let The Scallymag give you a helping hand by guiding you through the minefield of information you need to consider when applying for a full-time school place in Kirklees.

First of all, it is important to read up about the schools you are interested in and if possible, visit them – many hold open days where you can view the facilities and speak to the staff.

Things you may wish to ask include: What procedure does the school use to settle a new child in to the daily routine? What is the homework policy?

How involved are parents in supporting the curriculum at home? What school events can you become involved in as a parent? Are morning or after school clubs available?

In Kirklees, you only need to complete one common application form to apply for any three schools.

Appeal for old uniformS Bag it, don’t bin it! That’s the message that Uniform Exchange is sending parents in a bid to encourage them to recycle their children’s old school uniform by passing it on to other families in Huddersfield.

The organisation was set up in 2011

by Kate France after she watched the BBC documentary ‘Poor Kids’ and was determined to make a real difference to the lives of local families – particularly those not in receipt of a school uniform grant.

To date, Uniform Exchange has helped over 50 families by providing them with school uniform, PE kits, coats and shoes.

Esther Lee, Kate’s sister, who volunteers with Uniform Exchange,

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Focus on SCHOOLS

There are five types of school including community or voluntary controlled, voluntary aided, academies and trust schools. Depending on which school you apply for, either Kirklees Council or the school governors decide who gets a place.

To qualify for a place, the admissions authority, takes into consideration a number of criteria which can differ for each school. It can include proximity to the school, whether there are already siblings in attendance and in the case of some church schools, whether the child is a practising member of that faith.

It is advisable to list three schools in order of preference just in case your first choice is not available. You should also be realistic. For example, your chances of obtaining a place at a school a long way from where you live may well be less than at a school nearer to home.

You can make your application online by visiting https://enrol.kirklees. gov.uk/enrol/ which also means you do not need to wait to find out if your child has been offered a place at your preferred school as you can view the

offer online or opt to receive an email.

The application process for school places beginning in September 2013 is already open. The closing date is January 15, 2013. Offers will be made on April 16, 2013.

If your child is transferring to junior or middle school then online applications open on November 5, 2012 with a deadline of January 15, 2013. Offers will be made on April 16, 2013.

For secondary school application, the application process is already open and the closing date is October 31, 2012. Offers will be made on March 1, 2013.

If you are refused a place at your preferred school, you do have the right to appeal. For community and voluntary controlled schools, contact the admissions team at Kirklees Council. For voluntary aided, free, academy and trust schools, contact the school direct for information on the appeals procedure.

Appeal hearings will take place in June and July2013.

said: “Families around Huddersfield have been very generous with their uniform donations. It is great to see a community helping each other.

“The Sure Start Children’s Centres around Huddersfield are our main drop off points and we are very grateful to them for their support.”

Jumpers, cardigans, blazers, trousers, skirts, pinafores, dresses, shorts, shirts, PE kits, coats, shoes, socks, hats and gloves are taken, regardless of their condition.

Its only source of income is from the sale of rags – clothes in too poor a condition to be passed on. All other items are given to families but Uniform Exchange desperately needs donations of old and used uniform to replenish its stock.

Uniform Exchange, which operates out of temporary premises at Firth Street, Huddersfield, thanks to the kindness of Olympus Technologies Ltd, also works with One Good Turn, a

charity with a similar aim of helping Huddersfield families by recycling clothing, home furnishings and baby equipment. School uniform is also donated by Oxfam.

If your children have outgrown their uniform, why not help another family? Items marked ‘Scallymag Uniform Drive’ can be dropped off at local Sure Start Children’s Centres, or at the Cathedral Charity Shop, Brook Street, Huddersfield. A complete list can be found at www.uniformexchange.org.

You can also help by spreading the word at your children’s school, putting up posters or volunteering with the organisation.

If you’re in need of school uniform, you can visit the website and download an application form.

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PRE-SCHOOL DIARY

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Little Acorns Parent, Baby & Toddler Group 9.00 – 11.30 Seasons House & Community Centre, 45 Willwood Avenue, Oakes, Huddersfield 01484 222209

Lindley Methodist Church Parent & Toddler Group 9.30 – 11.15 Lindley Methodist Community Centre, East Street, Huddersfield 01484 517750

Greenhead Park Parent, Baby & Toddler Group 9.30 – 11.30 Community Room, Coletta Pavilion, Greenhead Park, Huddersfield 07960 797320

Huddersfield Breastfeeding Support Group / Baby Bistro 10.00 – 12.00 National Children’s Centre, Brian Jackson House, 2 New North Parade, Huddersfield 01484 223380

Cathedral Mice Parent & Toddler Group 12.30 – 2.30 Cathedral House, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield 01484 514088

Crafternoon 1.00 – 2.00 Fizzy Lizard, Cathedral House, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield 01484 467321 2+ yrs

Gym Tots 9.30 – 10.15 Huddersfield Sports Centre, Pine Street, Huddersfield 01484 223630 3 – 4 yrs

Cathedral Mice Parent & Toddler Group 9.30 – 11.30 Cathedral House, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield 01484 514088

The High Park Parent & Toddler Group 10.00 – 12.00 The High Park, 269 Bradley Road, Bradley, Huddersfield 01484 534226

Animal Time 11.00 – 12.00 Fizzy Lizard, Cathedral House, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield 01484 467321 2+ yrs

Rhythm Time Class (Babies) 1.00 Lindley Methodist Church, East Street, Lindley, Huddersfield 07792 849779

Baby Cafe 1.00 – 3.00 Chestnut Children’s Centre, 2a Chestnut Street, Sheepridge, Huddersfield 01484 234231

Popkidz 9.30 – 10.30 Pokidz, 41a Westbourne Road, Marsh, Huddersfield 07581 191537

Cathedral Mice Parent & Toddler Group 9.30 – 11.30 Cathedral House, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield 01484 514088

Little Ninjas 10.00 – 10.45 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 Under 4s

The High Park Parent & Toddler Group 10.00 – 12.00 The High Park, 269 Bradley Road, Bradley, Huddersfield 01484 534226

Pyjama Drama (Raindrops) 1.00 – 1.35 Greenhead Park Community Room, Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield 0844 310 4921 20 months – 2 and a half yrs

Stay & Play Session 1.00 – 3.00 Chestnut Children’s Centre, 2a Chestnut Street, Sheepridge, Huddersfield 01484 234231

Birkby Mother, Baby & Toddler Group 9.30 – 11.15 Birkby & Fartown Community Centre, Wasps Nest Road, Birkby, Huddersfield 01484 512533

Sticky Angels Parent & Toddler Group 9.45 – 11.45 Lockwood Baptist Church, Lockwood Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 548423

Gym Tots 10.00 – 11.30 The Zone, St Andrew’s Road, Huddersfield 01484 484163 18 months – 5 yrs

Jungle Story Time 11.00 – 12.00 Fizzy Lizard, Cathedral House, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield 01484 467321 18 months+

Fixby Parent & Toddlers 1.00 – 2.45 St Francis’ Church, Fixby Road, Fixby, Huddersfield 01484 420970

St Stephen’s Church Parents, Carers, Toddlers & Babes Group 1.00 – 3.00 St Stephen’s Church, Lidget Street, Lindley, info@ststephenslindley. org.uk

Mount Pre-School Parent & Toddler Group 9.15 – 11.15 Mount Methodist Church, Moorlands Road, Mount, Huddersfield 07947 449619

Cathedral Mice Parent & Toddler Group 9.30 – 11.30 Cathedral House, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield 01484 514088

Sign 4 Tots 9.45 – 10.45 Top 2 Toe Therapy, Apex House, 27-29 New Hey Road, Rastrick, Brighouse 01484 309276 / 07815 064796 Birth – 18 months

Babyballet (Mini Movers) 10.00 – 10.35 Fizzy Lizard, Folly Hall, Cathedral House, Huddersfield 01422 329471 3 – 4 yrs

Babyballet (Tiny Toes) 10.45 – 11.20 Fizzy Lizard, Folly Hall, Cathedral House, Huddersfield 01422 329471 18 months – 3 yrs

Yoga 4 Tots Up to 2.45 Top 2 Toe Therapy, Apex House, 27-29 New Hey Road, Rastrick, Brighouse 01484 309276 / 07815 064796 Birth – 18 months

Lindley Methodist Parent & Toddler Group 9.30 – 11.15 Lindley Methodist Community Centre, East Street, Lindley, Huddersfield 01484 510137

St Cuthbert’s Under Fives Parent & Toddler Group 9.30 – 11.00 St Cuthbert’s Church, Linden Road, Birkby, Huddersfield 01484 534564

Boogie Babes 10.00 Central Methodist Church, Commercial Street, Brighouse 07779 154126

The High Park Parent & Toddler Group 10.00 – 12.00 The High Park, 269 Bradley Road, Bradley, Huddersfield 01484 534226

Massage 4 Tots Up to 2.45 Top 2 Toe Therapy, Apex House, 27-29 New Hey Road, Rastrick, Brighouse 01484 309276 / 07815 064796 Birth – 18 months

Groovy Moves 4 Tots Up to 2.45 Top 2 Toe Therapy, Apex House, 27-29 New Hey Road, Rastrick, Brighouse 01484 309276 / 07815 064796 Birth – 18 months

St Matthew’s Parent & Toddler Group 9.30 – 11.15 St Matthew’s Parish Centre, Rastrick, Brighouse 07779 154126

St John the Divine Parent & Toddler Group 9.45 – 11.15 St John the Divine Church Hall, St John Street, Rastrick, Brighouse 01484 713386

Babyballet (Tiny Toes) 9.50 – 10.25 Fizzy Lizard, Folly Hall, Cathedral House, Huddersfield 01422 329471 18 months – 3 yrs

The High Park Parent & Toddler Group 10.00 – 12.00 The High Park, 269 Bradley Road, Bradley, Huddersfield 01484 534226

Jo Jingles (Jingle Toddlers) 10.40 Waring Green Community Centre, Garden Road, Brighouse 01422 820425 Walking – 2 yrs

Babyballet (Mini Movers) 12.15 – 12.50 Fizzy Lizard, Folly Hall, Cathedral House, Huddersfield 01422 329471 3 – 4 yrs

Jo Jingles 9.40 Waring Green Community Centre, Garden Road, Brighouse 01422 820425 2+ yrs

Jubilee Melody Makers Parnet & Toddler Group 9.45 – 11.30 Huddersfield Community Church Jubilee Centre, Market Street, Paddock, Huddersfield 01484 414887

Babyballet (Mini Movers) 10.30 – 11.05 Fizzy Lizard, Folly Hall, Cathedral House, Huddersfield 01422 329471 3 – 4 yrs

Jo Jingles (Jingle Babies) 11.40 Waring Green Community Centre, Garden Road, Brighouse 01422 820425 Walking – 2 yrs

Gledholt Toddlers Parent & Toddler Group 1.15 – 3.00 Gledholt Methodist Church, Edgerton Grove Road, Edgerton, Huddersfield 01484 641698

Buzz About Parent & Toddler Group 9.30 – 11.30 Birkby Fartown Community Centre, Wasp Next Road, Fartown, Huddersfield 01484 352621

Ark Tots Parent & Toddler Group 9.45 – 11.30 Royal British Legion Club, Hanson Lane, Lockwood, Huddersfield gemmagallant@yahoo.co.uk

Jo Jingles 10.45 St Stephen’s Church, Lidget Street, Lindley, Huddersfield 01422 820425 2+ yrs

Jo Jingles 11.45 St Stephen’s Church, Lidget Street, Lindley, Huddersfield 01422 820425 2+ yrs

Gym Tots 1.30 – 2.15 Huddersfield Sports Centre, Pine Street, Huddersfield 01484 223630 3 – 4 yrs

1st Steps 1.30 – 3.00 Lindley Methodist Community Centre, East Street, Lindley, Huddersfield 01484 430612 / 07557 339794

Jo Jingles (Jingle Toddlers) 9.45 St Stephen’s Church, Lidget Street, Lindley, Huddersfield 01422 820425 Walking – 2 yrs

The High Park Parent & Toddler Group 10.00 – 12.00 The High Park, 269 Bradley Road, Bradley, Huddersfield 01484 534226

Baking 11.00 – 12.00 Fizzy Lizard, Cathedral House, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield 01484 467321 2+ yrs

Jo Jingles (Jingle Babies) 1.00 St Stephen’s Church, Lidget Street, Lindley, Huddersfield 01422 820425 3 months - walking

Bumps & Babies 1.30 – 3.00 Lindley Methodist Community Centre, East Street, Lindley, Huddersfield 01484 430612 / 07557 339794

Story Time 2.30 – 3.00 Lindley Library & Information Centre 01484 222172

Tumble Tots 9.00 The Zone, St Andrew’s Road, Huddersfield 01484 484163 Walking – 2 yrs

Little Warriors 9.30 – 10.00 Kane Academy, Unit 3a Perseverance Mill, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 544448 / 07732 801847 3 – 5 yrs

Tumble Tots 10.00 The Zone, St Andrew’s Road, Huddersfield 01484 484163 2 - 3 yrs

Nursery Rhyme & Fairy Tale 10.45 Dancers Barre Studios, Market Walk, Huddersfield 01422 374946 / 07920 204570 2 and a half - 4 yrs

Yoga 4 Tots Up to 2.45 Top 2 Toe Therapy, Apex House, 27-29 New Hey Road, Rastrick, Brighouse 01484 309276 / 07815 064796 Birth – 18 months

Tumble Tots 11.00 The Zone, St Andrew’s Road, Huddersfield 01484 484163 3 – 5 yrs

Ballet, Tap & Theatre Craft 9.15 Tristan Dance Studios, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 300136 / 07788 444555 3+ yrs £5

Sign 4 Tots 9.45 – 10.45 Top 2 Toe Therapy, Apex House, 27-29 New Hey Road, Rastrick, Brighouse 01484 309276 / 07815 064796 Birth – 18 months

Nursery Rhyme & Fairy Tale 10.45 Dancers Barre Studios, Market Walk, Huddersfield 01422 374946 / 07920 204570 1 – 2 and a half yrs

Massage 4 Tots Up to 2.45 Top 2 Toe Therapy, Apex House, 27-29 New Hey Road, Rastrick, Brighouse 01484 309276 / 07815 064796 Birth – 18 months

Groovy Moves 4 Tots Up to 2.45 Top 2 Toe Therapy, Apex House, 27-29 New Hey Road, Rastrick, Brighouse 01484 309276 / 07815 064796 Birth – 18 months

Babyballet (Tiny Toes) 11.00 – 11.35 National Children’s Centre, Brian Jackson House, 2 New North Parade, Huddersfield 01422 329471 18 months – 3 yrs

Gym Tots 10.00 – 11.30 The Zone, St Andrew’s Road, Huddersfield 01484 484163 18 months – 5 yrs

page header Stay & Play Session 1.00 – 3.00 Birkby Children’s Centre, Halifax Old Road, Birkby, Huddersfield 01484 223940

One Stop Shop & Baby Clinic 1.30 – 3.30 Chestnut Children’s Centre, 2a Chestnut Street, Sheepridge, Huddersfield 01484 234231

Rhyme Time 2.30 – 3.15 Lindley Library & Information Centre 01484 222172

Little Warriors 4.00 – 4.30 Kane Academy, Unit 3a Perseverance Mill, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 544448 / 07732 801847 3 – 5 yrs

Suga Cubes Street Dance 4.00 – 5.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 2 – 6 yrs £4

Buzz About Parent & Toddler Group 1.30 – 3.30 Birkby Fartown Community Centre, Wasp Next Road, Fartown, Huddersfield 01484 352621

Rhythm Time Class (Toddlers) 1.40 Lindley Methodist Church, East Street, Lindley, Huddersfield 07792 849779

Story Time 2.00 – 2.45 Birkby & Fartown Library & Information Centre, Wasps Nest Road, Fartown, Huddersfield 01484 223098

Little Ninjas 4.00 – 4.45 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 With younger siblings under 4

M&M Swim School 4.00 – 7.30 Woodland Glade, 62 The Green, Bradley, Huddersfield 07748 155017 / 07870 954573 3+ yrs

Trinity Tiddlers Parent & Toddler Group 1.30 – 3.00 Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Street, Huddersfield 01484 426784

Pyjama Drama (Rainbows) 1.40 – 2.20 Greenhead Park Community Room, Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield 0844 310 4921 2 and a half – 5 yrs

Trinity Tots 2.00 – 3.30 Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Street, Edgerton, Huddersfield 07738 364342

Bumps & Under 1s Group 1.30 – 3.00 Birkby Children’s Centre, Halifax Old Road, Birkby, Huddersfield 01484 223940

Action Kids 2.00 – 2.30 St Francis Church, Fixby Road, Fixby, Huddersfield 07595 864685

Pyjama Drama (Dewdrops) 2.30 – 3.00 Greenhead Park Community Room, Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield 0844 310 4921 6+ months

Rhythm Time Class (Babies) 12.10 Fizzy Lizard, Folly Hall, Cathedral House, Huddersfield 07792 849779

Baby Swim Class 1.30 Huddersfield Sports Centre, Southgate, Huddersfield 01484 223660

One Stop Shop 1.00 – 3.00 Birkby Children’s Centre, Halifax Old Road, Birkby, Huddersfield 01484 223940

Baby Swim Class 2.15 Huddersfield Sports Centre, Southgate, Huddersfield 01484 223660

M&M Swim School 4.00 – 7.30 Woodland Glade, 62 The Green, Bradley, Huddersfield 07748 155017 / 07870 954573 3+ yrs

Mount Parent & Toddler Group 1.00 – 3.00 Mount Methodist Church, Moorlands Road, Mount, Huddersfield 07947 449619

Rhythm Time Class (Toddlers) 1.30 Fizzy Lizard, Folly Hall, Cathedral House, Huddersfield 07792 849779

Little Warriors 4.00 – 4.30 Kane Academy, Unit 3a Perseverance Mill, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 544448 / 07732 801847 3 – 5 yrs

Baby Clinic 4.30 – 6.30 Chestnut Children’s Centre, 2a Chestnut Street, Sheepridge, Huddersfield 01484 234231

Rhythm Time Class (Babies) 12.50 Fizzy Lizard, Folly Hall, Cathedral House, Huddersfield 07792 849779

The Catnap Club 1.15 – 3.15 Cowcliffe Methodist Church, South Cross Road, Cowcliffe, Huddersfield 01484 428081

Toddlers Ballet & Tap 1.30 – 2.30 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 2 – 4 yrs £4

Baby Swim Class 1.30 Huddersfield Sports Centre, Southgate, Huddersfield 01484 223660

Little Ninjas 2.00 – 2.45 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 Under 4s

Baby Swim Class 2.15 Huddersfield Sports Centre, Southgate, Huddersfield 01484 223660 Little Warriors 4.00 – 4.30 Kane Academy, Unit 3a Perseverance Mill, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 544448 / 07732 801847 3 – 5 yrs

Little Warriors 4.00 – 4.30 Kane Academy, Unit 3a Perseverance Mill, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 544448 / 07732 801847 3 – 5 yrs

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Mini Moovers 11.00 – 11.45 Deighton Sports Arena, Deighton Road, Huddersfield 01484 221799 3 – 5 yrs

Babyballet (Mini Movers) 11.45 – 12.20 National Children’s Centre, Brian Jackson House, 2 New North Parade, Huddersfield 01422 329471 3 – 4 yrs

Pyjama Drama (Rainbows) 11.15 – 12.00 Active Bodies, Chapel Street, Huddersfield 0844 310 4921 2 and a half – 5 yrs

Amphibi-Kids Swim Academy 12.30 – 3.00 The North Huddersfield Trust, Woodhouse Hall Road, Fartown, Huddersfield 07805 784058 3+ yrs

Tots Stage Class 12.45 – 1.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570 3 – 5 yrs

Suga Cubes Street Dance 4.00 – 5.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 2 – 5 yrs £4 M&M Swim School 4.00 – 7.30 Woodland Glade, 62 The Green, Bradley, Huddersfield 07748 155017 / 07870 954573 3+ yrs

These diary pages are the heart of The Scallymag; the main reason the magazine exists and probably the most useful part for parents and carers.

We aim to list as many activities for 0-5 year olds in the area. We do our best to ensure the information is up-to-date (there will probably be some changes every issue).

However we are not infallible. If you know of any changes, or of any new groups or courses that should be included, please get in touch by using any of the contact details on page 3.

Listing in this section is FREE.

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OUT OF SCHOOL DIARY Prep Ballet & Tap 4.00 – 5.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 4 – 5 yrs £5

M&M Swim School 4.00 – 7.30 Woodland Glade, 62 The Green, Bradley, Huddersfield 07748 155017 / 07870 954573

Senior Street Dance 4.30 – 5.30 Limelight Theatre School, St Matthew’s Parish Centre, Rastrick, Brighouse 07779 154126 10+ yrs

Street Dance 5.00 – 6.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 6 – 11 yrs £4

Commercial Pop 5.30 Tristan Dance Studios, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 300136 / 07788 444555 £5

Multi Skills 5.30 – 6.30 Deighton Sports Arena, Deighton Road, Huddersfield 01484 221799

Suga Cubes Street Dance 4.00 – 5.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 2 – 6 yrs £4

Hi 5 Netball 4.30 – 5.30 Deighton Sports Arena, Deighton Road, Huddersfield 01484 221799 8 – 11 yrs

Little Ninja Beginners 4.50 – 5.35 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 4 – 7 yrs

Cadet Kombat & Kickboxing 5.00 – 5.45 Kane Academy, Unit 3a Perseverance Mill, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 544448 / 07732 801847 6 – 12 yrs

Intermediate Ballet 5.30 – 6.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Ninja Hattori Juniors 5.50 – 6.45 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 4 – 7 yrs

Cadet Kombat & Kickboxing 4.00 – 4.45 Kane Academy, Unit 3a Perseverance Mill, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 544448 / 07732 801847 6 – 12 yrs

Prep Ballet & Tap 4.00 – 5.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 4 – 5 yrs £5

Drama For All 4.30 – 5.30 Limelight Theatre School, St Matthew’s Parish Centre, Rastrick, Brighouse 07779 154126 5 – 12 yrs

Primary Ballet & Tap 5.00 – 6.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 5 – 6 yrs £5

Grade 4 Ballet 5.00 – 6.00 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Commercial Pop 6.00 Tristan Dance Studios, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 300136 / 07788 444555 £5

Little Ninja Beginners 4.00 – 4.45 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 4 – 7 yrs

Diva Fever Dance 4.30 – 5.30 Deighton Sports Arena, Deighton Road, Huddersfield 01484 221799 5 – 11 yrs

Ninja Hattori Juniors 5.00 – 6.00 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 4 – 7 yrs

Rhythmix Street Dance 5.00 – 6.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 3 – 12 yrs £4

Greenhead Gymnastic Club 5.15 – 6.45 St Thomas’ Church, Station Road, Bradley, Huddersfield 01484 420262 5+ yrs

Limbering / Gymnastics 6.00 – 7.00 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Grade 1 Ballet & Tap 4.00 – 4.45 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 9 – 11 yrs £4

Ballet, Tap & Theatre Craft 4.30 Tristan Dance Studios, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 300136 / 07788 444555 £5

Cadet Kombat & Kickboxing 5.00 – 5.45 Kane Academy, Unit 3a Perseverance Mill, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 544448 / 07732 801847 6 – 12 yrs

Grade 3 Ballet 5.30 – 6.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Rhythmix Street Dance 6.00 – 7.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 12+ yrs £4

Senior Ninja Hattori 6.30 – 7.30 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 8+ yrs

M&M Swim School 4.00 – 7.30 Woodland Glade, 62 The Green, Bradley, Huddersfield 07748 155017 / 07870 954573

Grade 5 Ballet/3 Tap 4.45 – 5.30 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 14 – 16 yrs £4

Rhythmix Street Dance 5.00 – 6.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 3 – 12 yrs £4

Ballet, Tap & Jazz 5.30 Tristan Dance Studios, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 300136 / 07788 444555 £5

Birchencliffe (St Philip) 31st Huddersfield Scouts (Beavers) 6.15 – 7.15 St Philip’s Parish Community Centre, Briarlyn Road, Birchencliffe,Richard Eastwood – 01484 641389

Lindley 16th Huddersfield North Scouts (Cubs) 6.30 – 8.00 Lindley Methodist Church, East Street, Lindley, Huddersfield Sue O’Neill – 01484 536790

Little Ninja Beginners 4.00 – 4.45 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 4 – 7 yrs

M&M Swim School 4.00 – 7.30 Woodland Glade, 62 The Green, Bradley, Huddersfield 07748 155017 / 07870 954573

Musical Theatre 5.00 Tristan Dance Studios, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 300136 / 07788 444555 £3

Ninja Hattori Juniors 5.00 – 5.55 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 4 – 7 yrs

Grade 3 Ballet & Tap 5.30 – 6.30 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 8 – 10 yrs £5

Greenhead Gymnastic Club 5.30 – 6.30 St Thomas’ Church, Station Road, Bradley, Huddersfield 01484 420262 5+ yrs

Suga Cubes Street Dance 4.00 – 5.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 2 – 5 yrs £4

Irish Dancing 4.30 Tristan Dance Studios, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 300136 / 07788 444555 £3

Cadet Kombat & Kickboxing 5.00 – 5.45 Kane Academy, Unit 3a Perseverance Mill, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 544448 / 07732 801847 6 – 12 yrs

Street Dance 5.00 – 6.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 6 – 11 yrs £4

Grade 1 Ballet 5.30 – 6.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Oakes 36th Huddersfield North Scouts (Beavers) 5.30 – 6.30 Salvation Army Hall, New Hey Road, Oakes, Huddersfield

Irish Dancing 4.00 – 4.45 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 6 – 16 yrs £4

Junior Street Dance 4.30 – 5.30 Limelight Theatre School, St Matthew’s Parish Centre, Rastrick, Brighouse 07779 154126 4 – 6 yrs

Cadet Kombat & Kickboxing 5.00 – 5.45 Kane Academy, Unit 3a Perseverance Mill, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 544448 / 07732 801847 6 – 12 yrs

Intermediate Street Dance 5.30 – 6.30 Limelight Theatre School, St Matthew’s Parish Centre, Rastrick, Brighouse 07779 154126 7 – 9 yrs

Little Ninja Beginners & Hattori Mixed 6.15 – 7.00 The Zone, Off St Andrew’s Road, Huddersfield 01484 484134

Senior Ninja Hattori 7.00 – 8.00 The Zone, Off St Andrew’s Road, Huddersfield 01484 484134 8+ yrs

Ballet, Tap & Theatre Craft 4.30 Tristan Dance Studios, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 300136 / 07788 444555 £5

Beginners Irish Dancing 5.00 – 5.30 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 6 – 16 yrs £2.50

Reach Performing Arts 5.00 – 7.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 Open Age

Kids Street Dance 6.15 Tristan Dance Studios, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 300136 / 07788 444555 6+ yrs £5

Salendine Nook 25th Huddersfield North Scouts (Cubs) 6.15 – 7.30 Salendine Nook Baptist Church, Moorhill Road, Huddersfield John Nunn – 01484 650826

Junior Aikido 7.00 – 8.30 Deighton Sports Arena, Deighton Road, Huddersfield 01484 221799 5 – 14 yrs

Grade 1 Modern Jazz & Tap 9.00 – 9.45 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Junior Stage Class 9.45 – 11.00 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Dance Club – Mixed Styles 10.00 – 12.00 Tristan Dance Studios, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 300136 / 07788 444555 Open Age £5.50

Junior Street Dance 11.00 – 11.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Grade 1 Ballet & Tap 11.00 – 12.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 8 - 10 yrs £5

Drama & Vocal Coaching 11.30 – 12.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570 7 – 10 yrs

Improvers Stage Class 9.15 – 10.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Prep Ballet & Tap 10.00 – 11.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 4 – 6 yrs £5

Drama & Vocal Coaching 10.30 – 11.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570 4 – 6 yrs

Primary Ballet & Tap 11.00 – 12.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 6 - 8 yrs £5

Beginners Stage Class 11.30 – 12.45 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Prep Ballet & Tap 12.00 – 1.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 4 – 6 yrs £5

Street Dance 6.00 – 7.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 12 – 16 yrs £4

Outlane 11th Huddersfield North Scouts (Cubs) 6.30 – 8.00 Outlane Methodist Church, New Hey Road, Outlane, Huddersfield 0844 414 2315

Irish Dancing 6.30 Tristan Dance Studios, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 300136 / 07788 444555 £3

Hattori – Over 8’s Beginners 6.50 – 7.45 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 8+ yrs

Cowcliffe (St Hilda) 15th Huddersfield Scouts (Cubs) 7.00 – 8.30 Cowcliffe Scout Hall, Netheroyd Hill Road, Huddersfield Philip Pearson – 01484 314651

Advanced Hattori 6.00 – 7.00 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 Mixed Ages

Lindley 16th Huddersfield North Scouts (Beavers) 6.15 – 7.15 Lindley Methodist Church, East Street, Lindley, Huddersfield Sue O’Neill – 01484 536790

Greenhead Gymnastic Club 6.45 – 8.15 St Thomas’ Church, Station Road, Bradley, Huddersfield 01484 420262 5+ yrs

Grade 3 Ballet & Tap 6.00 – 7.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 12 – 16 yrs £4

Birkby 26th Huddersfield North Cubs 6.45 – 8.00 St Cuthbert’s Church, Grimscar Avenue, Birkby, Huddersfield

Intermediate Ballet 7.30 – 8.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Irish Dancing (Advanced) 7.00 Tristan Dance Studios, Meltham Road, Lockwood, Huddersfield 01484 300136 / 07788 444555 £3

Birchencliffe (St Philip) 31st Huddersfield Scouts (Cubs) 7.00 – 8.15 Birchencliffe St Philip’s Parish Community Centre, Briarlyn Road, Birchencliffe, Richard Eastwood – 01484 641389

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Body Popping 7.30 – 9.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 8 – 16 yrs £4 Grade 5 Modern Jazz & Tap 8.00 – 9.00 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

NOTE:

Some of the activities have limited places, some only run in term time and some may be cancelled at short notice.

We always advise where possible, phoning ahead before setting out to any activity and, for some of the courses or lessons booking is essential.

Rainbows, Brownies and Guide Groups are available in the Huddersfield area.

For detailed information please contact Huddesfield Ramsden Division via email at julesbooth@ntlworld.com

Outlane 11th Huddersfield North Scouts (Beavers) 6.15 – 7.15 Outlane Methodist Church, New Hey Road, Outlane, Huddersfield 0844 414 2315

Grade 2 Ballet 6.30 – 7.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Cowcliffe (St Hilda) 15th Huddersfield Scouts (Beavers) 6.30 – 7.30 Cowcliffe Scout Hall, Netheroyd Hill Road, Huddersfield Philip Pearson – 01484 314651

Taekwondo 7.00 – 8.30 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 Open Age

Senior Ninja Hattori 6.00 – 7.00 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 8+ yrs

Salendine Nook 25th Huddersfield North Scouts (Beavers) 6.15 – 7.15 Salendine Nook Baptist Church, Moorhill Road, Huddersfield John Nunn – 01484 650826

Greenhead Gymnastic Club 6.30 – 7.30 St Thomas’ Church, Station Road, Bradley, Huddersfield 01484 420262 5+ yrs

Oakes 36th Huddersfield North Scouts (Cubs) 6.30 – 8.00 Salvation Army Hall, New Hey Road, Oakes, Huddersfield

Outlane 11th Huddersfield North Scouts 7.30 – 9.00 Outlane Methodist Church, New Hey Road, Outlane, Huddersfield 0844 414 2315

Oakes 36th Huddersfield North Scouts 7.15 – 9.15 Salvation Army Hall, New Hey Road, Oakes, Huddersfield

Salendine Nook 25th Huddersfield North Scouts 7.45 – 9.30 Salendine Nook Baptist Church, Moorhill Road, Huddersfield John Nunn – 01484 650826

Birchencliffe (St Philip) 31st Huddersfield Scouts 7.30 – 9.30 St Philip’s Parish Centre, Briarlyn Road, Birchencliffe, Richard Eastwood – 01484 641389

Cowcliffe (St Hilda) 15th Huddersfield Scouts 8.00 – 9.30 Cowcliffe Scout Hall, Netheroyd Hill Road, Huddersfield Philip Pearson – 01484 314651

Hattori – Over 8’s Beginners 12.00 – 12.55 Active Bodies Centre, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield 07738 208586 8+ yrs

Grade 3 Modern Jazz & Tap 1.30 – 2.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Grade 1 Ballet & Tap 2.30 – 3.30 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 7 - 9 yrs £5

Primary Ballet & Tap 3.30 – 4.30 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 6 - 8 yrs £5

Drama & Vocal Coaching 12.30 – 1.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570 11+ yrs

Rhythmix Street Dance 2.00 – 3.00 HD1 Dance, 5 St John’s Road, Huddersfield 07883 636794 3 – 12 yrs £4

Intermediate Stage Class 2.30 – 4.00 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

Intermediate Street Class 4.00 – 4.30 The Audrey Spencer Theatre School of Dance, Unit 3 Fairfield Mills, Queen Street South, Huddersfield 01484 303358 / 07983 419570

SUNDAY

Huddersfield Gymnastics Club (Beginners) 5.30 – 6.30 Paddock Youth Club, Beech Street, Huddersfield 01484 548651

Lindley 16th Huddersfield North Scouts 7.30 – 9.15 Lindley Methodist Church, East Street, Lindley, Huddersfield Sue O’Neill – 01484 536790 Bradley (St Thomas) 41st Huddersfield Scouts Bradley St Thomas Church, St Thomas Gardens, Bradley Road, Bradley, Huddersfield Jenny Farrell – 01924 840375

Greenhead Gymnastic Club 10.30 – 11.30 St Thomas’ Church, Station Road, Bradley, Huddersfield 01484 420262 4 - 5 yrs

M&M Swim School 12.30 – 3.30 The North Huddersfield Trust, Woodhouse Hall Road, Fartown, Huddersfield 07748 155017 / 07870 954573

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features Benefits of a baby sling A sling is rarely on the list of essentials when you are expecting your first baby, yet it should be right up there with nappies and baby-grows.

During your pregnancy, your baby has been nestled in a cosy place where they can hear and smell you.

When they are born, the world can seem daunting, if not scary. That is why a sling is important as it allows them to be held in a comforting embrace from which they can begin to learn about the world around them.

Huddersfield Sling Library is a not for profit organisation with over 50 slings and carriers available for loan. Run by Yolanda Kenyon, a British Association of Babywearing instructor and a group of volunteer mums, it aims to find the right sling for you and your baby or child.

The benefits of using a baby sling are endless. Babies held in slings cry

50% less, they help to establish breast feeding, relieve colic, reduce the chance of flat head syndrome, and minimise the risk of postnatal depression.

Yolanda said: “You don’t have to worry about steps, shopping, nipping from the car to the post office, how many prams are already on the bus, getting a space on the train, or walking in the woods. Slings can get your life back to normal in a way prams just can’t.”

At 16 weeks, a baby’s appetite to learn develops and a sling supports their curiosity by involving them in conversation and enabling them to observe your facial expressions.

“There is no need to stop holding your baby close as they grow,” said Yolanda. “Teething babies need endless cuddles and babies who are beginning to explore and move away from you enjoy the extra security that extended cuddle time in a sling offers them – its a

safe place to come back to after a busy day exploring.

“Slings can help calm an over tired toddler when their newly developed hormones overwhelm them.”

All slings held by the library hold babies in the anatomically optimal position with support for the head, spine, hips and legs.

Open sling library sessions are held on the second Wednesday of each month at the Nightingale pub, Lidget Street, Lindley, from 10am – 12pm and on the fourth Friday of each month at Active Bodies, Chapel Street, Off Chapel Hill, Huddersfield from 1pm to 3.30pm. Here you can try out the slings and hire them for a small charge.

A deposit in the form of a cheque is required.

Private one to one consultation can be arranged. For further information visit www.slinglibrary.com.

DESIGNER BOUTIQUE BARGAINS

Love designer clothes but without the designer price tag? Or perhaps your wardrobe is full of last season’s dresses worn only once and unlikely to be given a second outing?

New Beginning Boutique may have the answer. Founded by Charlotte Taylor, the Huddersfield based company specialises in the buying and selling of both new and pre-owned designer clothing, shoes and accessories.

Existing stock includes apparel from luxury designers such as Ralph Lauren and Fendi to more affordable items by John Rocha, Lipsy and Pauls Boutique.

A free collection service is offered in Huddersfield and the surrounding area to anyone wishing to sell an item. They are then re-sold via www.boutiquenb.co.uk.

The website offers customers an easy and affordable way to buy and sell pre-owned designer clothes, as well as the opportunity to buy new stock at a fraction of the price.

Halloween Treat

The Scallymag has teamed up with The Cooking School, Halifax, to bring you a delicious Halloween recipe. Assistant Chef Tutor, Jason Main, has selected an easy Toffee Apple Cupcake recipe to try at home with the kids.

Method for the cupcakes 1. Pre-heat oven to 190cc/Gas 5 and line a 12 hole muffin tin with paper cases. 2. Mix eggs, sugar, milk and melted butter in a bowl. Sift flour, baking powder, salt and mixed spice into the bowl, stir well to combine. 3. Add chopped apple and lightly mix. 4. Use half the mixture to quarter fill each of the muffin cases and top with a few pieces of toffee/ fudge. Cover with remaining mixture so the cases are half full. 5. Bake for 30 – 35 minutes, transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Method for the icing 1. Place butter in a bowl and cream it to a soft consistency. 2. Add the sieved icing sugar a little at a time and beat the mixture for one minute.

Cupcake Ingredients 2 free-range eggs, lightl y beaten 80g caster sugar 240ml milk 100g butter melted 300g plain flour 2tsp baking powder 1/2tsp salt Pinch mixed spice 2 Braeburn apples, finely chopped 200g bar toffee or fudge pieces Butter Icing Ingredients 50g butter 100g icing sugar 1.2tsp ground cinnamo n

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OUT & ABOUT

Clumber Park

Worksop, S80 3AZ 01909 544917 (General Enquiries) / 01909 476592 (Estate Office) http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/clumber-park/

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ince becoming a parent the natural instinct to protect my children has always been present. But as my eldest son, now nine, began to develop his sense of adventure, I was keen to encourage his need to explore the world around him and determined not to wrap him in cotton wool.

This year, the National Trust launched a major campaign to promote the great outdoors to children in order to ensure that the valuable childhood experiences older generations take for granted are not lost on today’s kids.

Its Natural Childhood report highlighted that increased traffic congestion and ‘stranger danger’ were reasons why we, as parents, were keeping our children locked indoors and allowing them to cultivate friendships with the television and games consoles instead. As a result, the 50 things to do before you’re 11¾ initiative was born and so was our family membership of the National Trust.

Clumber Park was once the estate of the Dukes of Newcastle and although the grand house was demolished in the last century, you can still glimpse pieces of its history with the gothic style chapel and walled kitchen garden, for which there is a small charge for adults. However, the real beauty of Clumber Park lies in the 3,800 acres of wide open parkland, heath, woods, gardens and lake which you can access completely free-of-charge, except for parking which costs £5.80 per

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vehicle, though is free to National Trust members.

Living on a busy main road, we always struggled to find a reasonably flat, lengthy circular route where our son could ride his bike safely, away from the dangers that narrow pavements and heavy traffic presented. Clumber Park was the answer.

Admittedly, it does take about an hour to drive there but is well worth the trek. While our son is able to race off along the main track, the little ones, aged two and one, can enjoy toddling along at a leisurely pace or being pushed round on a ride-along.

Adults can take bikes along too or they can hire them there at a cost of £7.20 for two hours or £14.40 for a full day.

Tandems, buggies, child seats and trailer bikes are also available at the Cycle Hire Centre. With over 20 miles of cycle routes, you’ll be spoilt for choice!

Clumber Park is magnificent all the year round but my favourite time to visit is on a clear, crisp Autumn day. Nothing quite beats wrapping up warm and heading off round the lake where you can appreciate the full array of colours the season has to offer. As if there weren’t enough trees for kids to climb, there’s also a woodland play park and The Burrow Play Centre for those up to the age of six and soft play for children under three, which we haven’t visited yet.

On warm days, take a picnic and then feed the ducks, swans and wild birds on the lake. When the weather is

chillier, we like to head to the cafe where there is a family room. On several occasions we’ve been able to manoeuvre a tandem buggy inside here, even on busy days, and highchairs, a bottle warmer, a microwave and a children’s menu are available.

Upstairs, you will find baby changing facilities which we prefer as they are warmer to the ones located in the outdoor toilet block.

Quiz trails, lasting between 30 minutes and two hours, are available and for tired little legs, you can cut the walking short by taking the ferry across the lake. It operates on weekends and during school holidays. Orienteering packs, horse riding permits and coarse fishing are also available at a charge and during October you can view Playful Landscape contemporary art in the grounds.

Special events, walks and workshops take place at Clumber Park all the year round but ones to watch out for this season include the Apple Festival on October 20 and 21, the Pumpkin Trail from October 27 to November 4 and the Haunted Evening on October 31, 2012. We’ve always enjoyed visiting Clumber Park but have probably only managed to see a small part of it as of yet. I look forward to exploring the rest as my kids grow up, watching them tick off the 50 things on their lists.

By Elaine Jinks

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EDUCATION

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writing, spelling, grammar and comprehension and aim to complement work done at school.

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A free no obligation assessment and introductory lesson is offered. For further information telephone 01484 487911 or email huddersfield@ numberworks.com

Hipperholme Offers Full Scholarships Hipperholme Grammar School has introduced the Charles Fenton Scholarship.

The new scholarship offers a 100% funded place in the senior school at Bramley Lane, Hipperholme, for the pupil or pupils achieving the highest mark in the entrance examination, which will take place on Saturday, October 13, 2012.

It is being offered in addition to the other Academic, Music, Performing Arts and Sporting

Scholarships already available at the senior school, including sixth form.

The school is committed to recognising the achievements and talents of children from all backgrounds and to enabling them to benefit from the school’s excellent academic, extra-curricular and pastoral provision.

To arrange a visit to the school to view its outstanding facilities, telephone 01422, 202256, email info@hgsf.org.uk or visit www.hgsf.org.uk

Festival Sunday. of Light

The biggest winter festival in Huddersfield is set to return on the weekend of November 30.

The Festival of Light will include a programme of street theatre and live performances which are scheduled from dusk until 10pm on the Friday and Saturday evenings and from mid afternoon on

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The winter food and drink market will also be on hand throughout the event, helping to stave off the cold.

The festival, which takes place at landmarks and in open spaces such as St George’s Square across the town, will end with a spectacular fireworks finale at 5pm.

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LITERACY All information kindly supplied by:

The Children’s Bookshop 37-39 Lidget Street, Lindley, Huddersfield 01484 658013

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he children are back to school, the weather’s turning colder and the nights are drawing in – a sure sign that Autumn is here. Time to snuggle up with a good book.

Here, we take a look at a selection of the best books available this season. So, draw the curtains, light the fire and let your imagination be your guide.

Preschoolers Perfect books for toddlers and young children to read with Mum or Dad. Superworm by Julia Donaldson (£10.99) The wonderful partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler introduce a new character in ‘Superworm’, a very resourceful hero – wiggling to the rescue of all manner of minibeasts and bugs. The title is available in hardback but their previous bestseller, ‘The Highway Rat’ is out in paperback.

I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen (£6.99) Due out in paperback, this is an hilarious deadpan account of a bear looking for the thief who has stolen his red hat and the dire consequences for the thief. Look out for ‘This is Not My Hat’ due out in hardback, another quirky offbeat picture book.

It’s A Book by Lane Smith (£5.99) If you child prefers computers to books then ‘It’s A Book’ is perfect. It cleverly points out the many advantages of books in the digital age using very few words with pictures that say it all.

Young Readers Books suitable for emerging readers that will help spark interest and build confidence.

Cudweed in Outer Space by Marcus Sedgwick (£4.99) Boys from age six will identify with this book detailing a short adventure which is easily read. Another early reader for this age range

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The Children Who Smelled A Rat by Alan Ahlberg (£5.99) In print again as a paperback, after a long absence, this is perfect for tipping the struggling reader into fluency with short chapters, colour illustrations and zany stories.

Confident Readers There are some big hitters coming out this Autumn suitable for this older age group. Watch out for new hardback books from David Walliams, author of ‘Gangsta Granny’ which will soon be available in paperback. Jeff Kinney’s ‘Wimpy Kid No 7’ is due out and also look out for Anthony Horowitz with the fifth and final instalment of ‘The Power of Five’ and Jacqueline Wilson’s third story about Hetty Feather, ‘Emerald Star.’

Who Could That Be At This Hour? by Lemony Snicket (£11.50) This first book in a dangerous and secret series has you hooked from page one. Who to trust?

What questions to ask? What is going on? Find out – you won’t regret it.

The Abominables by Eva Ibbotson (£10.99) For gentler souls, this story involves a search for the Yetti who kidnapped a young lady explorer.

All is not as it seems...

Maggot Moon by Sally Gardiner (£10.99) A really original and compelling story of a brave boy fighting against an oppressive regime.

Available from a brand new publisher, this book will hold the attention of boys and girls from 11 to 14.

Don’t miss Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo, who will be in the shop signing copies of her books on Monday October 15, 2012 from 3.30pm to 5pm.

NEWS

Florence the Friendship Fairy by Daisy Meadows (£5.99) The Rainbow Magic series is suitable from age six upwards and has captured the imaginations of many girls. Some do find the text challenging but a new version designed for the early reader has recently been released. It follows the same subject but there are shorter chapters and bigger typescript, enabling the less confident to join in.

is ‘Space Saver’ by Kate Agnew which will help to build appeal and confidence.

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The Edge Play gym & Cafe

Opening Times 9.00am ~ 6.00pm Mon ~ Fri 10.00am ~ 4.00pm Sat & Sun Private parties, Sat & Sun, 4.00pm ~ 6.00pm

Since opening it’s doors in October 2011 The Edge play gym & cafe has proved a huge success with Mums, families and more importantly, the children have been able to explore the amazing, new, modern, play gym.

The vibrant café facing onto the play gym offers food daily from breakfast through to dinner and The Edge play Gym creates a special, energetic atmosphere where the parties are fun, exciting and special…

Water’s Edge Children’s Nursery, this year reached ‘Outstanding’ status from OFSTED and remains at the site on Park Road, Elland.

The Edge Play Gym is an exciting addition on the ground floor.

Tea Time Special Monday ~ Fridayfrom 3.30pm £5.50

Childminders Club Special rates and offers to registered childminders. Proof required Price List

Age

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Under 1 year

Free

1 ~ 2 years

£2.50

3 years +

£4.00

@ Waters Edge Children’s Nursery, Park Road, Elland, HX5 9HZ Telephone01422 377222

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