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July Bumper Summer Edition Issue 60 2 July - 2 September 2018

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What’s On

Your family diary for the Summer Holidays Ongoing Until Sep

A World Inside a Book, Discover, Stratford, E15 4QZ

Take a trip into the brilliant 3-D technicolour world of the best loved children’s author, Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler, with the UK’s first immersive exhibition of their wonderful work. For more information and to book visit www. discover.org.uk

Until 2 Sep

Nordic Design for Children 1900 to Today, V&A Museum of Childhood, Bethnal Green, E2 9PA

This exhibition will gather the best and most progressive Nordic designs, architecture and art for children. The exhibition will feature ‘Nordic Icons’ including Arne Jacobsen, IKEA, Alvar Aalto, BabyBjörn, Tetra Pak and Helly Hansen. For more information visit www.vam.ac.uk/moc

July Wed 4 Jul – Sun 19 Aug The Wildlife Walk, RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve, Purfleet, RM19 1SZ

(Selected dates) Join the RSPB on a wonderful wildlife walk around the marshes. Every season sees a different suite of wildlife for you to encounter. £5 for adults and £2 for children (prices differ for RSPB members). For a full list of dates and more information visit www.rspb. org.uk

Sat 7 Jul

Dagfest, Various Locations in Dagenham Village

DAGFEST was the first festival created by local residents, the Cultural Connectors, and is now an annual summer festival with a village feel. In 2018 expect more outstanding circus, dance, street performance and music. For more information visit www.lbbd.gov.uk

ornithologist. No need to book. Meet at the V&A Building. For more information visit www.towerhamlets. gov.uk

Sat 7 – Sat 28 Jul

Back to Nature Bootcamp, RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve, Purfleet, RM19 1SZ

10-11am. Get active outdoors – these brand new Back to Nature Bootcamp sessions will get you active and outdoors, improving your fitness, meeting new people and having fun! It’s recommended that you reserve your space. For a full list of dates and more information visit www.rspb. org.uk

Sun 8 Jul

Sundaybest Scooterfest 8, Abridge Village Hall and Grounds, RM4 1UH

10am-5pm. This festival is a must for enthusiasts of classic and modern scooters as well as being a great day out for all the family. Under 12s free. To buy tickets call 07815 493 610. For more information visit www. sundaybestscooterfest.org.uk

Jakob J Johnson’s Magical Menagerie, Jubilee Park, Canary Wharf, E14

1pm and 2pm performances and 3pm circus skills workshop. A storytelling session with a difference, combining mime, physical comedy and circus skills. After the second performance young audience members will be invited to try out some circus skills themselves. Ages 3+. For more information visit www.canarywharf. com

Sat 14 Jul

Summer Fair, Richard House Children’s Hospice, E16 3RG

12noon-4pm. Go along to this annual Summer Fair and enjoy live entertainment, food and activities all suitable for the whole family. It’s a great opportunity to see the work of Richard House as well as a fantastic community day out. For more information visit www.richardhouse. org.uk

Circus Skills Workshop, Jubilee Park, Canary Wharf, E14

12noon-3pm. Celebrate 250 years of the circus with Flying Colours Entertainment’s amazing Circus Workshop. Under the eagle eyes of two experienced professional circus instructors, have a go at juggling, plate spinning, tight wire walking and more. For more information visit www. canarywharf.com

Bird Barmy Army, Victoria Park, E3 5TB

10am-12.30pm. Find out more about Vicky Park’s feathered friends in this guided tour lead by the resident

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Great British Summer Fair, Chingford CofE Junior Site, E4 7BP

Go along to a community event, supporting the children from Chingford CofE. It’s going to be a really great day for all the family, There will be lots of stalls, games, bouncy castles, food and drink and prizes to be won, including £500 grand prize in the raffle thanks to Vauxhall Chingford. Everyone is welcome. For more information visit www.chingfordcofe.org.uk

Kids Birdwatching Club, RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve, Purfleet, RM19 1SZ

(Also 18 Aug) 10am-12.30pm. One for the young wildlife lovers – join these special days held once a month to explore the reserve through the seasons, watching and learning about the birds that visit and live there. For a full list of dates and more information visit www.rspb.org.uk

Sat 14 – Sun 15 Jul

Walthamstow Garden Party, Lloyd Park, E17 4PP

From 12noon. The two days of performances and opportunities to get involved will span music, dance, film, circus, arts and crafts, food and drink, family activities, and will be delivered in partnership with local organisations. Free entry. For more information visit www. walthamstowgardenparty.com

Mon 16 Jul – Fri 7 Sep

Smash Camps, Stubbers Adventure Centre, Upminster, RM14 2TY

Smash Camps are an exciting holiday activity camp offering the biggest variety of real adventurous activities in the UK for ages 6-16 (school years 2 to 11). To book call 01708 224 753. For more information and to book visit www.smashcamps.co.uk

Wed 18 Jul – Sun 2 Sep

Urban London Beach, London’s Royal Docks, E16 1AG 10am-8pm.Visit this stretch of sandy beach that provides a great day out with family and friends. Laze in a deck chair, build a sand castle, relax with the Sunday papers and eat ice cream on London’s beach. For more information visit www. londonsroyaldocks.com

Fri 20 July

Late Night Opening and Moth Night, RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve, Purfleet, RM19 1SZ 9.30am-dusk (moth traps will be 9-11.30pm weather permitting). The reserve will remain open until dusk so that you can go along and soak up the tranquillity of the marsh as the day starts to fade. The café will remain open for hot food, drinks and snacks. Usual reserve entry fees apply. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk

Fri 20 – Sun 22 Jul

Real Ale Festival, Epping Ongar Railway

The railway’s 6th Real Ale Festival will be held between 20 and 22 July, in association with the Campaign for Real Ale. The event has grown over the years and we expect this trend to continue - expect more beers, lots of trains and more fun in 2018. To book visit www.eorailway.co.uk

Sat 21 Jul

Big Butterfly Count, Valence House, Dagenham, RM8 3HT

11am-3pm. Be part of the world’s biggest butterfly survey and make some beautiful butterfly creations to take home. Free, drop-in. No booking required. For more information visit www.lbbd.gov.uk

Go Wild Family Club, East Ham Nature Reserve, E6 6HN 12noon-2.30pm. Learn all about the different seasons, how the plants and trees grow throughout the year and see what the animals and minibeasts are up to. Meet at the visitor centre. Free. No need to book. For more information visit www.activenewham. org.uk

Summer Fete, Royal Wharf Park, E16 2SB

11am-7pm. Guests of all ages are invited to join the summer extravaganza with outdoor games, live music and some of the best seasonal food and drink east London has to offer. Families can take part in a variety of challenges and workshops, such as balloon making, face painting and hula hooping. For more information see details in Facebook

Sat 21 Jul – Sun 2 Sep Garden Play Trail, Rainham Hall, Havering, RM13 9YN

(Selected dates) 10.30am-4.30pm. During the summer holidays discover Rainham Hall’s garden play trail which will take you on a journey around the

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Dear Readers Primary Times in East London 7 Southbrook Mews London SE12 8LG Tel: 020 8318 0400 Email: office@primarytimes.biz Website: www.primarytimes.co.uk Twitter: @PT_LondonSandE Instagram: @primarytimesse Publishing Editor: Peter Watson Sales: Lola Olowofela, Joe Moore, Gill Pearce & Andrew Langridge Listings: Hayley Hughes Editorial: Drew O’Keeffe & Katie Knight Production: Alison Watson Office Manager: Chris Blower Administrators: Claire Wood & Tina Love Proof Reader: Catherine Draisey Social Media: Rachel Benson Primary Times is independently published and distributed free in primary and junior schools throughout the boroughs of Barking & Dagenham, Havering, Newham, Redbridge, Tower Hamlets and Waltham Forest. 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. The opinions expressed in either the editorial or advertisements within this publication are not necessarily those held by the editor or publisher. While we take great care with the compilation of information within this magazine, neither the editor nor publisher will accept any liability for the accuracy of the editorial or advertising contained within the publication. We welcome listings being sent to us for inclusion in our What’s On section. Free listings are dependent on available space and we cannot guarantee to print all the listings we are sent. Please send them to listings@primarytimes.biz. Primary Times would like to thank all the schools in the boroughs of Barking & Dagenham, Havering, Newham, Redbridge, Tower Hamlets and Waltham Forest 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. No part of this magazine, including the advertisements within it may be reproduced, in part or in whole, without the express written permission of the Publishing Editor. Primary Times is currently publishing over 2.5 million copies per issue under franchise licences throughout England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Primary Times East London is operated under franchise licence.

School’s Out for Summer..... and Primary Times is going to be your best friend this school holiday! Welcome to the biggest help you are going to use this summer. There’s no need to get stressed, no need for the constant “what are we doing today”, simply keep your copy of Primary Times handy and look through our comprehensive listings to see what’s on. Primary Times has the best set of listings for primary aged children anywhere. Nobody does it better! We have worked night and day to source them and have spent hours checking, double checking and proof reading them. Having said that we do produce some of them a long time in advance so do remember to check with the venue for any updates before planning a trip. We don’t usually mention cost and full details as we just don’t have room so do check first if you need more information. As well as being loved for our listings, our competitions are pretty popular too! In this magazine look out for a chance to win an Xbox One and copy of LEGO The Incredibles game. We have a fantastic word search competition with a top prize of the Xbox One, game and goody bag plus two runners up prizes of LEGO The Incredibles goody bags. Don’t forget to enter all our other competitions too and remember to include your details if you do enter. We can’t notify you if you don’t let us know who you are.... Farewell and good luck to all our Year 6 readers off to secondary school. There isn’t a secondary school version of Primary Times but if you still want to see us take a look in your local library.

Contents

inside this issue.... What’s On Guide.......................2 News.........................................4 Family Theatre..........................6 School’s Out for Summer..............8 Summer Camps & Courses...... 13 Education News.......................17 Katie Clown’s Puzzle Page..... 21 All Your Own Work!.................23

To all our readers, have a fantastic summer. We’ll see you again in September.

Peter and the Primary Times team

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The Mall Walthamstow Back by popular demand, Car Boot Sundays at The Mall Walthamstow will return on the 29 July. It’s time to rummage through those garages, lofts, wardrobes and sheds, to find all that unwanted stuff that could be another’s treasure.

WIN A WEEK AT YOUR LOCAL FIT FOR SPORT ACTIVITY CAMP THIS SUMMER! For your chance to win simply answer this question: In which sport can you score a waza-ari, ippon and yuko? A) Taekwondo B) Judo C) Fencing Enter online at www.primarytimes.co.uk/competitions Closing date: Friday 27 July 2018.

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Located in The Mall’s lower ground car park, from 11am–2pm this boot sale is guaranteed to go ahead whatever the weather, all times of the year. There are 50 large pitches available priced at just £5 for cars and £8 for vans. Sellers can start setting up from 10am whilst buyers can arrive from 11am onwards and enjoy free entry. Having trialled the event back in May to great success, the Mall has decided to launch this venture regularly and feel that it will be a valuable event for the whole community. They are looking forward to seeing it grow and develop as the months go on. So from £5 a pitch why not call up and register for a space on 020 8509 0016.

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JRC is a restaurant experience like no other. If you love great food and don’t want to spend a fortune, you’ll love JRC Buffet. With hundreds of freshly prepared dishes from all over the world, you’ll find all your old favourites as well as new dishes for you to enjoy, perfect for any special occasion. Families love visiting JRC Buffet as there’s something for everyone – it’s also a great opportunity for parents to encourage their children to be adventurous and try new flavours. Even the fussiest eater will find new dishes they’ll love. The live cooking stations give a sense of occasion to any meal. If you aren’t too full from trying all the main dishes, you will love the wide selection of mouth-watering desserts, all beautifully presented.Visitors young and old love dipping marshmallows and fresh fruit into the milk chocolate fountain. This year the selection at JRC gets even better, as there are even more dishes available at the European section. There are also more dishes added for festivals throughout the year. Don’t forget you can also enjoy as much food as you like for one set price. To hear about the latest news and offers, visit www.jrc-globalbuffet.com and sign up to the newsletter.

where family fun is a priority and there is a carefree feeling in the air. These memories stay with you as important benchmarks in your lives and keep you warm throughout the many varied seasons of life. You may have heard that there is a national shortage of foster carers, so there are thousands of children and young people longing to make some happy memories in a nurturing family.You could be the perfect match for them. Chrysalis Care have foster carers based across London, Kent, Essex, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire who benefit from expert 24-hour advice, guidance, training, support and supervision. You may be new to fostering or you may already foster and are looking for a new agency to support you in your role. Whatever your position, the need for foster carers is constant. To join Chrysalis Care’s diverse pool of foster carers in transforming lives through fostering children and young people, please speak with one of their friendly and knowledgeable staff members on 020 8298 2800, email info@chrysaliscare.org or visit www.chrysaliscarefostering.org.

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Care Fostering An International Dining Experience Chrysalis For many people, summer is a time of treasured happy memories

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Family Theatre

8 – 11 Aug

Stratford Circus

The Gruffalo’s Child One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warning and tiptoes out into thesnow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? Ages 3+.

Southbank Centre SE1

Family Theatre Greenwich Theatre Box Office: 020 8858 7755 15 – 26 Aug

The Jungle Book The UK premiere of this dynamic adaptation of The Jungle Book, brings Rudyard Kipling’s classic tale to the stage with thrilling percussion, vibrant puppetry and Kipling’s unforgettable, larger-than-life characters.

Hackney Empire E8 Box Office: 020 8985 2424 18 – 19 Aug

Teletubbies Live Join Tinky Winky, Dipsy, LaaLaa and Po in a show full of

love and laughter as they explore the magical world of Teletubbyland.

Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch Box Office: 01708 443 333 22 Jul

The Little Mix Experience

Box Office: 020 3879 9555 7 – 12 Aug

Box Office: 020 8279 1080 28 Jul

EXO This riveting show sees performers dancing in an extraordinary partnership with a JCB in a breath-taking display of strength, emotion and beauty. A whirlwind of excitement and thrills for all the family.

Monstersaurus Follow the young inventor Monty as he creates a whole world of wacky inventions and incredible monsters. But now that he has made them, how is he going to get rid of them all? Ages 3+.

23 – 27 Aug

How to Catch a Enjoy Star the show! Once there was And don’t a boy who was forget to say always looking you saw it in

up. He dreamt of Primary With breathtaking having a star as a dance moves, Times! friend. This is the story replica costumes and of his adventure. Ages 4+. some of the finest vocals in the UK, this is a high-energy show from beginning to end, packed with all of Little Mix’s greatest hits and is suitable for all ages.

Underbelly Festival Southbank Box Office: www. underbellyfestival.com Until 30 Sep

Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall (Selected dates) London-based Australian DJ, Producer and Mum of two, Monski Mouse, has designed the Baby Disco Dance Hall as a super-fun session of dancing and play with your small person. Ages 0-5.

Summer Outdoor Theatre for East London

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Production

The Tempest The Adventures of Dr Dolittle Much Ado About Nothing Wind in the Willows Peter Pan Alice in Wonderland Romeo and Juliet Wind in the Willows A Midsummer Night’s Dream Much Ado About Nothing The Three Musketeers (8+) Wind in the Willows Swan Lake The Importance of Being Earnest The Wonderful Wizard of Oz King Arthur The Tempest Wind in the Willows The Reluctant Dragon

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Location

Westferry Circus, Canary Wharf, E14 4HA Whitehall Recreation Grd, Bromley, BR2 9QY The Gun, Docklands, E14 9NS Peckham Rye Park, Straker’s Rd, SE15 3UA Jubilee Park, Canary Wharf, E14 5JP Brockwell Park, SE24 9BL Westferry Circus, Canary Wharf, E14 4HA Brockwell Park, SE24 9BL Pilot, Greenwich, SE10 0BE Half Moon, Herne Hill, SE24 9HU St Paul’s Church, Covent Garden, WC2E 9ED The Rose Garden, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD Canada Square Park, E14 Westferry Circus, Canary Wharf, E14 4HA The Scoop, SE1 2BD The Scoop, SE1 2BD St John’s Lodge Garden, Regent’s Park, NW1 4NR Chiswick House & Gardens, W4 2QN Hall Place & Gardens, Bexley, DA5 1PQ

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More What’s On Your family diary for the Summer Holidays

July nearly three acre community garden. Charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ rainham-hall

Sat 21 Jul – Mon 3 Sep

Summer Holidays at the Farms, Lee Valley Park Farms, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2EF

10am-5pm. School’s out and summer holidays are in, so why not go along to Lee Valley Park Farm to enjoy a host of fun filled animal activities which will keep the little ones busy. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.visitleevalley.org.uk

Sun 22 Jul

Summer Festival, V&A Museum of Childhood, Bethnal Green, E2 9PA

11.30am-4.30pm. The Museum will come alive with a buzzing programme of live music, dance, walkabout acts, designer stalls, food, face paints, henna, rickshaw rides, games and lots for kids to make and do. Free, dropin. For more information visit www. vam.ac.uk/moc

Teddy Bears’ Picnic, Valentines Mansion, Ilford, IG1 4XA 11am-4pm. A fun-filled day of crafts and activities including a meet and greet with the Valentines Mansion bear, and a honey trail that leads to some tasty treats. Take along a picnic to enjoy lunch in the stunning grounds, or pick up a snack from the Gardener’s Cottage Café. Ages 4+. To book visit www.valentinesmansion. com

Mon 23 Jul – Fri 31 Aug Gold Rush!, Bank of England Museum, EC2R 8AH

10am-4.30pm. It is the summer of 1836 and the Bank’s Directors have received a strange letter with a grave declaration: there is a drain in London which leads straight to the Bank’s gold vaults! Get to the bottom of the mystery by navigating your way round the museum and solving the clues as you go to claim your reward. Free admission. For more information visit www.bankofengland. co.uk/museum

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Marvellous Mosaics, Redbridge Museum, Ilford, IG1 1EA

10.30am-12noon. Decorate your own Roman mosaic tile to take home and find out about the lost Roman villa of Wanstead. Ages 5-12. For more information and to book visit www.redbridge-events.eventbrite. com

Tues 24 – Sat 28 Jul

Iron Age Camp, Redbridge Museum, Ilford, IG1 1EA

Tues-Fri 10am-5pm and Sat 10am4pm. During the ‘Build It’ exhibition go along to Redbridge museum to build your own fort. No need to book. A small charge applies. For more information visit www. redbridge.gov.uk/museum

School’s Out Summer Storytime at Discover

Come rain or shine, Discover Children’s Story Centre in Stratford, London, have summer sorted and are open every day. Join them for storytelling, activities, games and adventures in their Story Worlds and Story Garden. Adventure over Alligator Bridge, through light-up caves and past the Shy Cat Tree. Join the dragon in his puppet theatre castle or ascend the stairs to captain the Observatron and slide into a cloudy weather station. Can you spot The Gruffalo? Can you Squash and Squeeze around a life-sized cow? What’s that flying overhead, could it be Zog? This summer you can creep into a magical world of forests, miniature houses, dragons and other creatures in the UK’s first immersive exhibition of best loved children’s author Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler. If you live in the borough of Newham, you’re in luck. In partnership with Newham Council, entry to Discover Children’s Story Centre is free to anyone living or working in Newham, from 28 July – 13 August. It is advised that you book ahead. Find out more at www.discover.org.uk.

Tues 24 Jul – Fri 31 Aug Summer Holidays, RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve, Purfleet, RM19 1SZ

Drop in to Rainham Marshes this summer and take part in some fabulous family activities.You can pick up an adventure trail sheet from the Visitor Centre at any time though the holidays, or take part in activities on Tues, Wed, Thurs and Fri (check website for booking details). For more information visit www.rspb. org.uk

Wed 25 Jul

Scenario Theme Day, Laser Mayhem, Pryors Farm, Patch Park, Abridge, RM4 1AA

(Also 1, 8 and 15 Aug) 2-4pm. Get active in the countryside and drop in at Laser Mayhem for their exciting scenario themed Laser-Tag session. Gather your friends, board the battle-bus, land in the giant map, compete to hunt and scavenge for loot! Suitable for ages 7+. Charges apply. Booking essential. For more information call 01708 688 517 or visit www.laser-mayhem.co.uk

Storytelling, Rainham Hall, Havering, RM13 9YN

12noon-1pm. Havering Libraries will be running storytelling for children in the garden at Rainham Hall. Suitable for under 7s. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ rainham-hall

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Fun Days Out with the Family Make Moments They’ll Remember this Summer

Make memories along the South Essex coast this summer. From picturesque fishing towns moments away from London to traditional summer beach fun in the heart of Southend, c2c Trains can help you have a great family day out for less with our kids for £2 offer. If you’re looking for some summer holiday inspiration to keep the kids entertained, why not jump on the train to Southend-on-Sea? You’ll be there in under an hour and can tire them out at the Southend Marine Activities Centre. The friendly local experts offer a huge range of water sports for your adventurous little ones. There are summer courses on offer for adventurous nine to fourteen year olds to learn skills and gain experience in sports such as sailing, canoeing, powerboat driving and windsurfing to name but a few! When the weather is being… British, don’t let it stop you from getting out and about. Sealife Adventure is the South East’s premier aquatic attraction and has over 40 displays of sea life from around the world! It’s perfect for all ages. Visit the seahorse feed, the otter feed and check out the recently opened WILD! featuring a mob of meerkats and giant tortoises.You’ll be spoilt for choice on what to visit first! If you’re looking for a hidden gem just outside London, why not try the charming fishing town of Leigh-on-Sea, only 40 minutes outside

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Nordic Designs for Children

From BRIO to LEGO, Marimekko and the Moomins, Nordic products for children are everywhere and their widespread success can be attributed to their intuitive designs in which the child’s needs are central. Running until 2 September at the V&A Museum of Childhood, the Century of the Child: Nordic Design for Children 1900 to Today exhibition gathers the best and most progressive Nordic designs, architecture and art for children.Visitors can explore how, throughout the 20th and into the 21st century, Nordic designers, architects and writers contributed to strengthening the intellectual, emotional and physical development of children. In addition, the exhibition looks at the cultural interchange with the UK and offers fun interactives for families to discover and enjoy. The exhibition also features several ‘Nordic Icons’ including Arne Jacobsen, IKEA, Alvar Aalto, BabyBjörn and Tetra Pak. To find out more, visit www.vam.ac.uk/moc. Photo credit: Carl Hansen Sön

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London. Enjoy whippy ice cream whilst relaxing on Leigh-onSea’s sandy beach. If you’re feeling more active, why not visit the ancient woodlands of South Essex at Belfairs Nature Reserve and Woodland? There are thousands of acres to explore with the family. With rolling countryside and boats bobbing on the sea in the distance, you won’t feel like you’re only 40 minutes outside London! To book your £2 tickets, visit c2c-online.co.uk today. Up to 4 kids travel for £2 each with a fare paying adult during off-peak week days.

Museum of Childhood Bethnal Green

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Summer Events for Families

Make moments they’ll remember forever. Like an ice-cream overload in Southend, less than 1 hour from London with c2c trains.

Get started at c2c-online.co.uk *Terms apply. Up to 4 kids travel for £2 each with a fare-paying adult. Visit c2c-online.co.uk for more details

Find out more: vam.ac.uk/moc

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Epping Ongar Railway Family Railcards

The Epping Ongar Railway has launched a Railcard specifically for families. The ‘Epping Ongar Railway Family Railcard’ priced at £10, offers a third off family ‘All Day Rover’ tickets bought at its stations. This means a saving of £12 on a standard family ticket – and for special event days when the fares are slightly higher, the savings are FAMILY RAILCARD even greater. The Railcards are available online and valid for a full year meaning the savings just keep coming. The Epping Ongar Railway is at the end of the Central Line, in Zone 6. The new Railcard means the Railway will become a fantastic and affordable place for you to bring the kids – and with the convenient connections at Epping it should be easier and more fun to come by tube than by car! Look out for their special events including PAW Patrol and The Gruffalo. For more information about the Railcard take a look at the Epping Ongar Railway website www.eorailway.co.uk/shop/railcards.

The Coolest Place to Be!

Take to the ice at Lee Valley Ice Centre, Leyton whatever the weather. From tots to teens, the skating sessions offer a fun, family-friendly activity and are a great way to spend a few hours together. Anyone can have a go in these daily sessions. Even the little ones can build their confidence with skate aids (for under 5s). Need to book a cool birthday party? Then look no further, let the party goers lace up their skates and take to the ice for fun games with a party host and meal. Learn to Skate courses will help perfect techniques while making new friends. Six week term time courses are available or you can book

shorter school holiday courses – all offering great coaching at fantastic prices. Public skating sessions start from £6 for juniors and £9 for adults including skate hire. Skate aids are available at an additional hire fee of £5. A birthday party package is just £19 per head. Find out more at visitleevalley.org.uk/iceskating or call 03000 030 624.

RSPB Rainham Marshes

Get active in nature at RSPB Rainham Marshes. Climbing boulders, Jurassic dragonflies, golden reeds and good food are what summer memories are made of at RSPB Rainham Marshes nature reserve. Situated on the edge of London, Rainham Marshes welcome families all year round. Throughout the summer, the reserve runs self-led and organised activities to help families find and learn about the creatures that live on the reserve. With kids’ bikes and trailers available, families can hire a bike and explore the river wall or try out the reserve’s new bouldering site. The playground is ideal for little ones to enjoy some time in nature before refuelling in the award-winning café, and grown-ups can join a regular running or walking group. Journey along the reserve’s 2.4 mile circular trail or explore the family focused areas with plenty to see and do. The buggy-friendly paths and boardwalks lead visitors to the reserve’s four hides,

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Gold Rush at the Bank of England Museum Explore the Bank of England Museum and solve a puzzling case this summer with the help of a mysterious map. This Family event runs from 23 July to 31 August from 10am-4.30pm. The year is 1836. The Directors have received a mysterious map with details of London’s sewer system, claiming that one of the drains leads straight into the Bank’s gold vaults! But which drain was it, and who made this bizarre claim? Find out by spotting clues as you go round the Museum to claim your reward at the end!

School’s Out for Summer

offering key vantage points to see lapwing, heron and maybe an aquamarine and orange kingfisher patrolling the pools and ditches. There is also a visitor centre, cafe, shop, accessible toilets, baby change facilities and some pushchair and wheelchair friendly trails. For more information, please visit www.rspb.org.uk.

GOLD RUSH! 23 July–31 August 10am–4.30pm Free admission

It’s 1836 and the Bank’s directors have received a mysterious map of London’s sewer system. It claims that one of the drains leads into our gold vaults. Whilst in the Museum, you can learn Help us solve this mystery by spotting clues as you a little more about gold and why it has go round the Museum and claim your reward at been treasured for thousands of years. You can even hold a genuine the end! gold bar, which might take you by surprise – it weighs in at an 10am–5pm Share your experience impressive 13 kilos! Monday to Friday. While you’re at the Museum, there are plenty of attractions to Closed weekends and boemuseum make sure you have a fun family day out, including a banknote Bank Holidays. Entrance jigsaw, a roller ball game and the opportunity to take part in some T: 020 3461 5545 in Bartholomew Lane, safe cracking. Activity sheets are also available for children of all background-summer.pdf London 1 EC2R 05/04/2018 11:26 8AH ages, with a small prize for everyone who takes part. All activities are free and there is no need to book in advance. For more details, visit www.bankofengland.co.uk/museum.

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July Woodland Treasure Hunt, Hainault Forest Country Park, Chigwell, IG7 4QW

10am-11.30am. Will you find all the natural treasure in the forest? Look for nature’s gems, wildlife wonders and footprints to complete your wildlife bingo card. Ages 5+. For more information and to book call 020 8559 2316.

Wonder Water Wildlife, Waltham Abbey Gardens, EN9 1XQ 1-3pm. Try your hand at pond dipping to explore the habitat of the creatures that live in the watery world of the Cornmill Stream. Play games, take part in quizzes and craft activities to have fun in discovering our wonderful water wildlife. For more information and to book visit www.visitleevalley.org.uk

Thurs 26 Jul

Lee Valley Bug Club, Waltham Abbey Gardens, EN9 1XQ

1-2.30pm. Led by an experienced outdoor educator, it is guaranteed that the little ones will have a fun and exciting time exploring the gardens for bugs and finding out about what they catch! For more information and to book visit www.visitleevalley. org.uk

Hunt for Bugs Bio-blitz, Rainham Hall, Havering, RM13 9YN

11am. Tick off number 31 on your 50 things to do before you’re 11 and ¾ list and hunt for bugs in the Rainham Hall gardens. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ rainham-hall

Pirates in the Park, Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Haveringatte-Bower, RM4 1QH

1.30-3pm. Set sail on an adventure at Bedfords Park, follow the treasure map to the secret cove, uncover a hidden boat, and play pirate games. Go along in your most swashbuckling fancy dress. Ages 5+. Book on 01708 748 646. For more information visit www.essexwt.org.uk

and music. Go along and celebrate diversity and culture at the food festival for the whole family. For more information visit www. towerhamletsarts.org.uk

Fri 27 Jul

BFG: Bedfords Favourite Giants, Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Havering-atteBower, RM4 1QH

11am, 1pm and 2.30pm. Follow a trail in the park at your own pace, learn about all of Bedford’s favourite giants. Maybe you haven’t heard of all of these? You’ll definitely see them. Back at the centre for *giant* craft activities for you to take home. Ages 3+. Book on 01708 748 646. For more information visit www.essexwt. org.uk

Sat 28 Jul

Big Wild Sleepout, RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve, Purfleet, RM19 1SZ

6pm Sat-9am Sun. Join in for an amazing opportunity that gives you the chance to experience the reserve in a unique way. Grab your sleeping bag, tent, and torch and get ready to explore the reserve out of the usual opening hours. Book on 01708 899 851. For more information visit www. rspb.org.uk/rainhammarshes

Social Cycle Rides, RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve, Purfleet, RM19 1SZ

(Also 25 Aug) 2-4pm. Take along your family for a cycle ride in nature. The paths are good, hard surfaces so this ride will be suitable for all ages. Take along your own bike or hire one at the reserve. Booking is recommended. For more information or to book please contact 01708 899 840.

Sat 28 Jul – Mon 13 Aug Free Entry for Newham, Discover, Stratford E15 4QZ

If you live in the borough of Newham, you’re in luck: in partnership with Newham Council, entry to Discover Children’s Story Centre is free to anyone living or working in Newham, from 28 July – 13 August. For more information visit www.discover.org.uk

Ottery Pottery, Redbridge Central Library, Ilford, IG1 1EA

2-3.30pm. Looking for something creative to do with the kids during the summer holidays? Then why not take part in an amazing ceramic painting experience. Children get to paint from a choice of ceramics (once completed they will be ready to collect 2 days later from the library). Ages 3+. Book early on www. redbridge-events.eventbrite.com

The Unity Festival, Bromley by Bow Centre, E3 3BT 2-8pm. The Bromley by Bow Unity Festival - bringing the community together through food, fashion

2 July - 2 Sept 2018

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World Cup 2018 Sticker Swap, Wanstead Library, E11 2RQ

Sun 29 Jul

10.30am-12noon. Transform recycled bottles and cartons into houses, shops and other buildings in your neighbourhood. Ages 5-12. For more information and to book visit www. redbridge-events.eventbrite.com

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Car Boot Sundays, The Mall Walthamstow, E17 7JR

Located in the lower car park from 11am-2pm, with no risk of interruption from the weather, Car Boot Sundays is the perfect event for sellers and customers alike. Why not look for those special bargains? Buyers enjoy free entry. For more information visit www.themall.co.uk/ walthamstow

Monstrous Festival, Printworks London, Surrey Quays Rd, SE16 7PJ Sessions from 9am-1.30pm or 2.30-7pm. This child-friendly festival experience for kids has a range of fantasy worlds including The Beast inflatable obstacle course and Prince & Princess Unicorn Land. For more information and to book your all-inclusive tickets, visit www. monstrouscreations.co.uk

Hedgehog Safari, Victoria Park, E3 5TB

11.30am-1.30pm. Join the biodiversity officer to set up and monitor tunnels for hedgehogs while learning more about them. Opportunities are available to attend throughout the week to find out if hedgehogs do live in the park. Book on 020 7364 4504. For more information visit www. towerhamlets.gov.uk

Mon 30 Jul

Kechi’s Hair, Discover, Stratford E15 4QZ

2pm. Join Tola Okogwu as she reads from her acclaimed children’s book series Daddy Do My Hair. Delve into the world of hair and the fun that can be had. Ages 2-8. For more information and to book visit www. discover.org.uk

Forest Butterflies, Hainault Forest Country Park, Chigwell, IG7 4QW

10am-11.30am. Join the nature conservation team and hunt for butterflies in different habitats, learning about the many types as you go.You will be doing some butterfly crafts and decorating a big butterfly too. Ages 5+. For more information and to book call 020 8559 2316.

Mon 30 Jul – Fri 3 Aug Summer Art Camp, V&A Museum of Childhood, Bethnal Green, E2 9PA

10am-3pm. Get ready for this annual Summer Art Camp, a week full of creativity and fun. Pick and mix the programme from different creative media from art and design, to filmmaking. Ages 8-11. For more information and to book visit www. vam.ac.uk/moc

2.30-3.30pm. Do you have lots of duplicate stickers? Still looking for that elusive player? Go along to trade your stickers in the library. Ages 4-12. For more information call 020 8708 7400.

City of the Future, Redbridge Museum, Ilford, IG1 1EA

Flower Art, Epping Forest District Museum, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1EL

12noon-3pm. Fun family art and craft activities for you to make together and take home. No need to book, just drop in and allow approximately 20 minutes for the activity. For more information visit www. eppingforestdc.gov.uk

We Wear Pants, Discover, Stratford E15 4QZ

2pm. Join illustrator Katie Abey for a fun and colourful event. Find out how Katie became an illustrator and delve into the pages of We Wear Pants. There will also be a chance to decorate your very own (paper) pants! Ages 4+. For more information and to book visit www.discover.org. uk

Tues 31 Jul – Sat 4 Aug Roman Villa, Redbridge Museum, Ilford, IG1 1EA

Tues-Fri 10am-5pm and Sat 10am4pm. During the ‘Build It’ exhibition go along to Redbridge museum to discover the lost Roman villa of Wanstead. No need to book. A small charge applies. For more information visit www.redbridge.gov.uk/museum

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Nature Inspired Art Sessions, Rainham Hall, Havering, RM13 9YN 11am. Tick off number 18 on your ‘50 things to do before you’re 11 and ¾’ list and ‘make some wild art’. Ages 7-12. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/rainham-hall

Butterfly Bonanza, Ray Park, Woodford Green, IG8 7GL

1.30-3pm. Go along and hunt for butterflies at Ray Park.You’ll make your very own caterpillar house and take home some caterpillars to look after. Watch as they turn into beautiful butterflies and then release them into your garden or local park. Ages 5+. For more information and to book call 020 8559 2316.

My Dad is my Uncle’s Brother, Discover, Stratford E15 4QZ

2pm. A family is a thing of many parts – a complicated puzzle made of brothers, sisters, mums, dads, uncles,

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Summer Fun at Anna Fiorentini

Jayden Jean-Paul-Denis star of CBBC’s Hank Zipzer and Orla Hill, leading actress in feature film Swallows & Amazons, both former Fiorentini students, are two of several professional actors booked in to give masterclasses at the award-winning Anna Fiorentini Theatre & Film School, one of London’s top independent drama schools. Students aged 4-18 have the excitement of working alongside industry professionals every week, honing their acting, singing and dancing skills. If your child can’t wait until the new term starting in September, they have a range of summer schools to keep imaginations active including Musical Circus Extravaganza, Gleeville and Superhero MashUp. As an added treat students will also go on trips to the West End’s Aladdin and Wicked as well as the Regent’s Park Theatre’s Little Shop of Horrors. As an independent drama school, and not a franchise, Anna Fiorentini and their team are able to devote time and commitment to ensuring the happiness and progression of each of their students. The school is widely praised and respected for nurturing young talent and instilling confidence, self-esteem and personal well-being in their students. Current students will be performing in their Hackney Empire Variety Performance on Saturday 15 September. Tickets can be bought via the Hackney Empire Box Office.

For more details visit www.annafiorentini.com and for adults see www.stageandthecity.com. Quote ‘Primary Times’ for a 20% Discount off your first term or Summer School.

Barracudas Activity Day Camps

Barracudas Activity Day Camps offer fun holiday childcare for working parents. They are the UK’s number one activity day camp provider with over 40 locations and a fantastic range of over 80 activities for 4 ½ to 14 year olds. Barracudas offer extended hours for working parents and have been rated as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted more times than any similar provider. They have qualified and experienced staff and there is a money back guarantee for first time bookers. Childcare vouchers are also accepted. The family-run company is a leader in the field, offering an amazing experience for children in fantastic settings. With a choice of varied activities for every session including archery, fencing, arts and crafts, motor sports and dance and drama, Barracudas has something for every child. Barracudas is an excellent holiday childcare solution for children and parents alike. Day Camps will take place at Coopers’ Co. & Coborn School, Upminster from 23 July – 17 August, Woodford County High School from 23 July – 17 August and The Frances Bardsley Academy, Romford from 23 July – 17 August. If you’re interested in booking Barracudas, don’t wait around as they sell out fast. To secure your child’s place for this summer, call 0845 123 5299 or visit www.barracudas.co.uk.

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August friends, grandparents. Join Joe Lyward to hear how piece by piece, person by person, a little boy and his father put together a picture of their family. Ages 5+. For more information and to book visit www.discover.org.uk

Fun Flying Owls, Keith Axon Library, Chadwell Heath, RM6 4XB

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10.30-11.30am. Go along and celebrate National Playday in Redbridge. Activities include awesome make your own Owl craft and active games. Free. No booking necessary, just turn up and play. For more information call 020 8708 0952.

Three Little Pigs, Redbridge Museum, Ilford, IG1 1EA

10.30am-12noon. Join in a fun packed session based around the Three Little Pigs story including storytelling, crafts and rhymes. Under 5s. For more information and to book visit www. redbridge-events.eventbrite.com

Let’s Play Together, Hermitage Estate Rivenhall Gardens, E18 2BX

10am-12noon. Go along and celebrate National Playday in Redbridge. Activities include: a buggy walk, active games, interactive story time and smoothie bike. All events are free and open to all. There is no booking necessary, just turn up and play. For more information visit www. redbridge.gov.uk

Farmyard Fun, Valentines Mansion, Ilford, IG1 4XA

11.30am. Get crafty learning to make your own farmyard animals. Fill your field with colourful, cute animals as you create your own little farm. Ages 4-8. For more information and to book visit www.valentinesmansion. com

Stay ‘n’ Play, South Woodford Library & Gym, South Woodford, E18 2QS

10am-12noon. Go along and celebrate National Playday in Redbridge with a stay ‘n’ play session and giant board games. Free. No booking necessary, just turn up and play. For more information call 020 8708 0952.

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Art of Nature, Waltham Abbey Gardens, EN9 1XQ 1-3pm. Uncover the story of the art pieces found in the Abbey Gardens by taking on the ‘Abbey Artwork Challenge’ and then unleash your inner artist as you create your own wonderful work using materials and inspiration from the natural world. To book visit www.visitleevalley.org.uk

Wed 1 – Fri 31 Aug

Summer Exhibition, Valentines Mansion, Ilford, IG1 4XA

A beautiful collection of work inspired by the suffragette movement and the 100th anniversary of the first women being given the right to vote. Suitable for all ages. Free. For more information visit www. valentinesmansion.com

Fit for Sport

From multi-sports to messy arts and crafts, from outdoor adventures to weekly themed activities, join Fit For Sport for lots of active fun at your local camp all summer long. Being healthy and active is for all children and that is exactly why Fit For Sport camps offer such a vast range of exciting activities. Children leave the camps feeling happy, confident and eager to return the following day. The camps teach children the importance of teamwork, to develop new skills and make new friends for life. However, most importantly of all, Fit For Sport want every child to enjoy the feeling of being active, which is key to setting them on the road to a healthy and active lifestyle. Camps are run all over the area and prices vary, so for more information, please visit www.fitforsport.co.uk.

Tennis for Kids Returns for 2018

The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) is running its hugely successful Tennis for Kids programme again this year. The initiative is offering children, aged 4-11 all over the country, a value for money and fun introduction to tennis – which includes six sessions, their own kit including a racket, balls and personalised t-shirt all delivered directly to them for £25.

Thurs 2 Aug

Dino Adventure, Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Haveringatte-Bower, RM4 1QH

1.30pm. Go on a dinosaur adventure in the park, follow the dinosaurs to uncover the dinosaur bones. Play dinosaur games and create a fossil to take home. Ages 5+. Book on 01708 748 646. For more information visit www.essexwt.org.uk

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Mischief Makers Slime Making Fun!, Wanstead Library, E11 2RQ

2.30-3.30pm. Mix and make your own special slime to take home. Ages 5+. Free. Book in advance at the library. For more information call 020 8708 7400.

Folk, V&A Museum of Childhood, Bethnal Green, E2 9PA

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11am-4pm. Enjoy a folk inspired performance, folk storytelling and story drawing. Free, drop-in for all ages. For more information visit www.vam.ac.uk/moc

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Nordic Summer Family Days, V&A Museum of Childhood, Bethnal Green, E2 9PA

(Thurs only) 11am-4pm. Go Nordic this summer at the V&A Museum of Childhood, and join in for a series of

T hemed Activities A rts & Crafts Swimming Dance

Children’s Choice Basketball Rock Climbing Trampolining Outdoor Ad ventures

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Ages, prices and activities vary depending on venue. Visit www.fitforsport.co.uk for more info.

Running at various venues throughout London and beyond this summer!

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Tennis for Kids has already inspired over 35,000 children to try tennis for the first time, with over 50% continuing to play on a follow-on course. This year, the LTA plans to further grow the number of young players across the nation by widening the age range to 4–11 year olds and broadening the locations with even more accredited coaches taking part than ever before. The course focuses on fun and getting kids active, combining basic hand eye co-ordination with rudimentary tennis skills. Beyond the practical side of the sport, the sessions will be teaching children how to work with a partner and become a valuable member of a team. Parents are also encouraged to join in for the final session which has a ‘Family Time’ theme. Places are available all year round with dates pending on local course timings. To book a place for your child, please visit www. clubspark.lta.org.uk/tennisforkids

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To mark the launch, Tennis for Kids representatives and British tennis legends, Alfie Hewett, Joss Rae and Annabel Croft, with the help of Britain’s biggest tennis balls, are out in Manchester and London in a bid to encourage children to pick up a racket.

SMASH the Summer Holidays with Stubbers

Six weeks of school holidays are just around the corner, and keeping the kids happy and entertained is a task every parent will know only too well. Luckily enough, Stubbers Adventure Centre in Upminster have the perfect solution in the form of their Summer SMASH Camps programme. Set in 130 acres of beautiful landscaped grounds with 3 lakes, it’s the largest activity centre in the South East. Designed for children between the ages of 6 and 17, SMASH Camps offer an action-packed range of activities all summer long at their popular Upminster location. Whether your child likes tackling assault courses or taking to the high ropes, trying something new like abseiling or whizzing round on a quad bike, there will be an activity for them. The kids will likely be having so much fun that they might even want to stay for a summer sleepover – a service SMASH Camps can also provide. Stubbers now offer an all-inclusive residential week, SMASH AIR, where children play in the day and stay in large, canvas bunk houses that come complete with comfy bunk beds on raised, carpeted platforms. All meals are included and there’s entertainment right up until bedtime. To find out more visit www.smashcamps.co.uk.

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August

Fri 3 – Sun 5 Aug

family days, celebrating and inspired by the Century of the Child: Nordic Design for Children exhibition. Free, drop-in for all ages. For more information visit www.vam.ac.uk/moc

Fri 3 Aug

Vintage Sports Day, Rainham Hall, Havering, RM13 9YN

11am. Families can enjoy old fashioned fun inspired by Rainham Hall’s current exhibition, with vintage games galore. Featuring the classic egg and spoon race, sack race, bean bag throwing, three legged race and relay race. Ages 7-12. For more information and to book visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/rainham-hall

Family Adventure Weekend, Stubbers Adventure Centre, Upminster, RM14 2TY

(Also 10-12 Aug) During the weekend you will have the opportunity to take part in a number of adrenaline filled activities such as climbing or paddle boarding, or why not take to the wild and try a bushcraft session. For more information and to book visit www. smashcamps.co.uk

Sat 4 Aug

A Great Day Out, Victoria Park, E3 5TB

11am-4pm. Truly a great day out for all the family to enjoy. A fun-filled festival with live music, fairground

Ten Fat Sausages, Discover, Stratford E15 4QZ

2pm. Ten fat sausages sizzling in the pan decide to escape… Join Michelle Robinson for a hilarious storytelling session about her brand new book Ten Fat Sausages. Imagine the great escape, but with sausages. Ages 2-5. For more information and to book visit www.discover.org.uk

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rides, arts and crafts and many more activities happening throughout the day. For more information visit www. towerhamlets.gov.uk

Sat 4 – Sun 5 Aug

PAW Patrol Visit, Epping Ongar Railway Your favourite characters from Paw Patrol, Chase, Skye, Marshall and Rubble visit over two fantastic days and will be making appearances throughout the day. On Sat Chase and Skye will be visiting and on Sun it will be Marshall and Rubble. There will also be a children’s disco, face painting and more. To buy tickets visit www.eorailway.co.uk

The Mudchute Agricultural Show, Mudchute Farm, E14 3HP

Returning for 2018 this show will include livestock and fresh produce competitions, equestrian demonstrations, donkey rides, fairground rides, games and much more. Entry is free. For times and more information visit www. mudchute.org

Sun 5 Aug

Waltham Forest Mela, Chestnuts Field, Waltham Forest Town Hall, E17 3ED

2-8pm. A celebration of the sights, sounds and spicy aromas of South Asia, this event will be a showcase of traditional and modern music, dance, Asian-style street theatre and a range of arts and crafts. Fashion enthusiasts from across the borough will take to the catwalk in a fusion fashion show on the day. For more information visit www. walthamforest.gov.uk

Mon 6 Aug

The Drum, Discover, Stratford E15 4QZ

2pm. This is the drum. This is the beat. Clap your hands. Stomp your feet! Step to the beat with author and artist Ken Wilson-Max. Feel the rhythm of the drum and discover joy in your heart as you explore this delightful book – guaranteed to get you dancing to the beat. Ages 3-6. For more information and to book visit www.discover.org.uk

Woodland Pond Dipping, Hainault Forest Country Park, Chigwell, IG7 4QW

10am-11.30am. See what’s living in the lake by the forest.You’ll be dipping into an underwater world and making crafty water creatures to take home. Ages 5+. For more information and to book call 020 8559 2316.

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Win an Xbox One with LEGO® Disney•Pixar’s The Incredibles A new video game, LEGO® Disney•Pixar’s The Incredibles, lets players take control of their favourite Incredibles characters in unforgettable scenes and action sequences from both Disney•Pixar films, The Incredibles and the upcoming Incredibles 2. In the game, players explore action-packed story levels and an epic hub world, including Municiberg and Nomanisan Island, as they use their unique super abilities to bring the city’s villains to justice. Players are encouraged to work together by combining the Parr family’s abilities and unique powers to conquer crime and family life in a LEGO world full of fun and humour. LEGO Disney•Pixar’s The Incredibles will be available for Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One and PC on 13 July. LEGO Disney/Pixar’s THE INCREDIBLES software © 2018 TT Games Ltd. Produced by TT Games under license from the LEGO Group. LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and the Knob configurations and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. © 2018 The LEGO Group. (c) 2018 Disney/Pixar. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved. 16

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Known locally as the “Red School” because of the scarlet uniforms, Woodford Green Preparatory School was founded in 1932 to provide a non-denominational Christian education for boys and girls aged from 3 to 11 years, a tradition that has been maintained throughout and is now enriched by a vibrant, multi-cultural environment. The school is highly regarded by parents as successful in terms of ensuring children are safe, happy and well prepared for achieving excellent results in 11+ entrance examinations. Woodford Green aim to provide a learning community that lights the flame within and empowers all children to reach their educational and personal potential. Their vision is to

Are you looking for an affordable, fun way to inspire your children and young people to get active, engaged and to take an active role in the community? Leaders Community are an award winning not for profit organisation based in Waltham Forest that was set up to deliver socially inclusive initiatives that support the health and well-being of children and young people. All their initiatives are designed to help children and young people get active, develop their vocational talent, social skills, confidence, academic achievements and capacity as contributing members of their community through the creative arts. Leaders are delivering a free performing arts school for children and young people on Saturdays providing young residents from East London boroughs free access to 10 weeks of Singing with Drama or Singing with Commercial Street Dance at the Big Creative Academy. Although this programme is free to young residents, the quality of teaching matches that of London’s most famous Musical Theatre Schools. To qualify for a place you must be aged 7-18 years and residing in Waltham Forest, Haringey, Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Newham or Havering. For more information, please call Maria on 07831 224 510, email enquiries@leaderscommunity.org or visit www.leaderscommunity.org.

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be known as a school where every pupil is nurtured, encouraged to be curious and achieves their very best. The school’s curriculum is broad, exciting and designed to adapt to the ever-changing world. They encourage all their pupils to have a ‘can-do’ attitude and place great emphasis on pupils being active investigators, whether in the classroom, using the latest technologies or exploring outdoors. The school crest reminds pupils that they are there to ignite a passion for learning and to ‘let each flame burn brighter.’ You can now register for Woodford Green’s Open Afternoon Talk and Tour on Friday 9 November, running from 1.30–3pm. For information about this as well as admissions and bursaries, please visit www.wgprep. co.uk or email admissions@wgprep.co.uk.

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InterHigh Juniors

Many parents would welcome an alternative to those stressful mornings – the school run, packed lunches, traffic jams, school uniform, misplaced books and the constant battle against the clock. Having successfully arrived at the school gates, there are still friendship issues, money for school trips, playground mishaps and large classes to contend with. Thousands of parents have already chosen a school that provides an instant solution. After 13 years of running a successful independent online secondary school, InterHigh School is now launching its primary school division - InterHigh Juniors. InterHigh Juniors will offer the same quality, flexibility, accessibility and positivity in school as InterHigh, but it will provide a full primary school education. Interhigh Juniors will open Year 5 and Year 6 classes in September. Children from as young as eight will now be able to go to school online and benefit from the rich and engaging experience of the school’s powerful learning platform. Qualified and experienced primary teachers will focus on developing young learners who are inquisitive, vivacious and enterprising. The InterHigh group of schools enables its pupils to develop a love of learning, not only for academic foundations but to equip them with skills for a world of exponential change. Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 15 pupils in any class. This ensures that each pupil receives the vital teacher attention and promotes personalised learning where every child can learn and achieve at their own pace. Lessons are every week day morning of term time and every lesson is recorded. This means pupils, and parents, can revisit the lesson at any time. To keep your child stimulated this summer, you can also join InterHigh Juniors summer school. For more information about InterHigh, please visit www.interhigh.co.uk.

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An exciting new game has been launched to commemorate 70 years of the Windrush Generation in Britain, with 20% of proceeds going to the Windrush Justice Fund supporting those affected by the recent Windrush scandal. Every Generation Game: Windrush Edition is a storytelling board game that helps families, friends and communities share their history, identity and culture through the telling of stories. In school or education settings, it can be used to inspire learning about modern British history, and the development of multicultural Britain. Picture and timeline cards in the game illustrate key moments in the history of Britain from 1900 to the present day. These encourage players to share personal stories inspired by what they see or come up with imaginative tales sparked by the people and events depicted. The Windrush Game is a fun and unique way for children to engage with the wider community, and a great activity for community events, playing with older generations in care settings, or at home with family. For more information about the game, visit www.focusgames.com.

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Research shows that two thirds of children fall behind in their studies over the summer. Charlotte Gater, Head of Curriculum at Explore Learning, shared her ideas with Primary Times on how you can help your child seize the summer: Start a blog Give your child a note book to jot ideas down whilst you are out and about, then write up what you’ve done. Referencing pictures is a great tool to help encourage children to describe what is happening and get their creativity flowing. Send a postcard Let your friends and family know what you’ve been up to. Postcards are only short so are a wonderful way to get your child writing during the holidays. Read, read and read some more Pop a book in your bag so you can use this when travelling on days out. Explore Learn will be uploading weekly activities that you can complete with your child to help keep them engaged with what they are reading.Visit www.explorelearning.co.uk/ summer to find out more and download your first activity. Tuition To keep your children progressing over the summer, a tuition centre is a great option. Avoid the battle ground of getting children to do work at home and take them along to a centre where there are lots of other children getting involved. Explore Learning offers free taster sessions, so get in touch today by calling 03301 243 802. Explore Learning is offering a saving of £50 to the first 65 members who join between 11 July and 11 August.Visit www.explorelearning. co.uk/offer. Terms and conditions apply.

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How Christingle Helps your School

For 50 years now, in schools all across the country, children and adults have come together to celebrate Christingle with The Children’s Society. People from every community have joined one another to light Christingle candles and hold collections to raise vital funds that allow vulnerable children to enjoy a first Christmas free from fear. Christingle is a joyous, inclusive event that helps to teach pupils a number of important curriculum subjects, including communication and language development, spiritual development, cultural development and religious education. To make it easy for your school to put on a spectacular 50th anniversary Christingle, the Children’s Society have created an exciting free guide full of advice and tips for schools for holding a moving and memorable celebration. Inside the guide you’ll also find details of free teaching resources to support your pupils’ learning and creativity – including assembly plans and fun activities – that you can tailor to your school’s particular needs. A Christingle service is a fantastic way for your school to bring your pupils, parents and community together to share in the joy of Christmas and support vulnerable children. The Children’s Society wants to make the 50th anniversary of Christingle the biggest and best yet, so that they can help even more children. They’d love for your school to join them for the celebrations. If you’d like to find out more or order a free guide, visit www.christingle.org.

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August

Thurs 9 Aug

Tues 7 Aug

Wonderful Windows, Redbridge Museum, Ilford, IG1 1EA

10.30am-12noon. Make your own stained ‘glass’ made from paper, inspired by the 800 year old Ilford Hospital Chapel and its beautiful decorated windows. Ages 5-12. For more information and to book visit www.redbridge-events.eventbrite. com

The Big Book of Blue, Discover, Stratford E15 4QZ 2pm.Why do octopuses have eight arms? Why do crabs run sideways? Are jellyfish made of jelly? Yuval Zommer’s beautiful book provides the answers to these and many more fishy questions. Join him for a fun session of fact finding and making. Ages 4+. For more information and to book visit www.discover.org.uk

World Cup 2018 Sticker Swap, Wanstead Library, E11 2RQ

(Also 14, 21 and 28 Aug) 2.303.30pm. Do you have lots of duplicate stickers? Still looking for that elusive player? Go along to trade your stickers in the library. Ages 4-12. For more information call 020 8708 7400.

Tues 7 Aug – Sat 1 Sep Animal Explorer Backpacks, Valence House, Dagenham, RM8 3HT

10am-4pm. Explore Valence House Museum with animal themed backpacks, filled with different fun activities. Suitable for children under 8. Free, drop-in. No booking required. For more information visit www. lbbd.gov.uk

Wed 8 Aug

Paper-Cutting workshop with Shobhna Patel, Discover, Stratford E15 4QZ

2pm. Join the fantastic Shobhna Patel as she demonstrates the fine art of Paper Cutting. This is a super fun craft activity that shows you how to make your very own beautiful Paper Cuts. Ages 5-9. For more information and to book visit www.discover.org. uk

Storytelling, Rainham Hall, Havering, RM13 9YN

12noon-1pm. Havering Libraries will be running storytelling for children in the garden at Rainham Hall. Suitable for under 7s. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ rainham-hall

Birds are Brilliant, Waltham Abbey Gardens, EN9 1XQ

1-3pm. Go along and celebrate our feathered friends by making bird feeders, learning about healthy foods you can feed your local ducks and taking part in games and art and craft activities. For more information and to book visit www.visitleevalley. org.uk

2 July - 2 Sept 2018

At Home, V&A Museum of Childhood, Bethnal Green, E2 9PA

11am-4pm. Join designers and take part in creative design activities themed around homes and furniture inspired by Nordic designs. Free, drop-in for all ages. For more information visit www.vam.ac.uk/moc

Fri 10 Aug

Clay Creations, Valence House, Dagenham, RM8 3HT

11am-12.30pm and 1.30-3pm. Take some inspiration from the museum’s collection of treasures and make imaginative clay creations of your own. Charges apply. Drop-in, no booking required. For more information visit www.lbbd.gov.uk

Sat 11 Aug

Saurus, Royal Victoria Gardens, North Woolwich, E16 2FH

12noon. They are presumed to be extinct, but the biggest beasts that ever walked the earth return to the 21st century. Watch as these stunning creatures playfully sweep their tails and bob their heads in rhythm. They might snap at your hands, but don’t worry, they’re vegetarians! For more information visit www.stratfordcircus.com

Hen Harrier Day, RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve, Purfleet, RM19 1SZ

11am. Rainham Marshes is hosting an event organised by Birders Against Wildlife Crime to mark Hen Harrier Day 2018 – to celebrate hen harriers and publicise their plight. The car park will open at 8am, and the main rally with speeches is set to start at 11am. Use of public transport is advised due to the busy nature of the event. Price of entry is free. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk

Sam Wu is Not Afraid…, Discover, Stratford E15 4QZ

2pm. Sam Wu is NOT a scaredy-cat (except he is). Join Katie and Kevin for this fun and fearless event. Listen as they read from their Sam Wu is Not Afraid series and take part in their ‘Face your Fears’ workshop to make your very own scary ghosts and sharks. Ages 6+. For more information and to book visit www. discover.org.uk

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10.30am-12noon. This practical, artist-led workshop will teach you tips and techniques for drawing the human face. Work in a relaxed, friendly environment with expert tuition, where experimenting is encouraged and learning is fun. Ages 8-14. Booking essential on 01992 564 226. For more information visit www. eppingforestdc.gov.uk

Sat 11 – Sun 12 Aug

Nature, V&A Museum of Childhood, Bethnal Green, E2 9PA

See a wonderful collection of steam traction engines big and small - an excellent mid-Summer day out. Steam and Diesel train services too. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.eorailway.co.uk

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Sun 12 Aug

Family Activities, Vestry House Museum, Walthamstow, E17 9NH

1.30-4pm. On the second Sunday of the month,Vestry House Museum run fun activities for families to make and do together. Free, drop-in event for families of all ages. Any donations towards costs appreciated. For more information visit www.walthamforest. gov.uk

Tues 14 Aug

Medal Making, Epping Forest District Museum, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1EL

Tues 14 – Sat 18 Aug Terrific Trains, Redbridge Museum, Ilford, IG1 1EA

Tues-Fri 10am-5pm and Sat 10am4pm. During the ‘Build It’ exhibition go along to Redbridge museum to make your own train station. No need to book. A small charge applies. For more information visit www. redbridge.gov.uk/museum

Wed 15 Aug

Mischief Makers Slime Making Fun!, South Woodford Library & Gym, E18 2QS 2-4pm. Mix and make your own special slime to take home. Ages 5+. Free. Book in advance at the library. For more information call 020 8708 9067.

Terrific Trees, Waltham Abbey Gardens, EN9 1XQ

1-3pm. Natures giants, the trees, are terrific and what better way to celebrate this by making friends with a tree, giving them faces of their own using clay and natural objects, take part in scavenger hunts and art and craft activities. Ages 4-12. For more information and to book visit www. visitleevalley.org.uk

Thurs 16 Aug

How to Draw a Portrait, Epping Forest District Museum, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1EL

11am-4pm. Join in storytelling and craft activities all about the great nature of Nordic countries. Featuring special guest animals from Spitalfields City Farm. Free, drop-in for all ages. For more information visit www.vam. ac.uk/moc

Play, Performance and Pastimes, Geffrye Museum, E2 8EA

(Also 23-24 Aug and 30-31 Aug). 10am-4.30pm. Sessions include Nursery Rhyme Time for 2–5 year olds, digital workshops for children aged 8+, digital workshops for children aged 11+, drop-in craft workshops, Geffrye Explorers and family-friendly tours of the restored Almshouse. For more information visit www.geffrye-museum.org.uk

Fri 17 Aug

Vintage Sports Day, Rainham Hall, Havering, RM13 9YN

Fri 17 – Sun 19 Aug

Family Adventure Weekend, Stubbers Adventure Centre, Upminster, RM14 2TY

(Also 24–26 Aug) During the weekend you will have the opportunity to take part in a number of adrenaline filled activities such as climbing or paddle boarding, or why not take to the wild and try a bushcraft session. For more information and to book visit www. smashcamps.co.uk

Sat 18 Aug

Mr Kinder’s Magic Show, Ken Aston Square, Barkingside, IG6 2EA 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm. Roll up, roll up for Mr Kinder’s amazing crazy comic themed magic show to celebrate the Summer Reading Challenge 2018. Ages 3+. Free, just turn up. For more information visit www.redbridge.gov.uk/kas

Sat 18 – Sun 19 Aug

Family Fun Day, Epping Ongar Railway

Featuring a Magic Show, Disco, face painters, balloon modelling, a treasure hunt and more. The regular steam

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Mon 27 Aug

and diesel train services will also be operating. An event for the whole family. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.eorailway.co.uk

Mon 20 Aug

Purr-fect Pets, Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT 10am-12noon. Children will enjoy two jam-packed hours of creative fun involving drama games, storytelling and craft activities. The session includes a ‘make to take home’. Ages 4-6. For more information and to book visit www.queens-theatre.co.uk

Big Adventure Mondays, Stubbers Adventure Centre, Upminster, RM14 2TY

10am-4pm. Fun-seekers will be able to trial the centre’s most popular activities, which take place within the 130-acres across lakes, woodland and open space including Water-Based Activities, Land-Based Activities, Motor Sports and High Activities. For more information and to book visit www.smashcamps.co.uk

Art in the Garden, Epping Forest District Museum, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1EL

Marvellous Mammals, Waltham Abbey Gardens, EN9 1XQ 1-3pm. Learn more about the mammals that live in Lee Valley Regional Park with quizzes, arts and crafts and games. Ages 4-12. For more information and to book visit www.visitleevalley.org.uk

Thurs 23 Aug

Fashion, V&A Museum of Childhood, Bethnal Green, E2 9PA

11am-4pm. Become a fashion designer. Create bold patterns and use bright colours like some of the children’s clothes in the exhibition. Free, drop-in for all ages. For more information visit www.vam.ac.uk/moc

Sat 25 Aug

Bugs and Beasties, William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow, E17 4PP

1-4pm. On the last Sat of every month the Gallery is packed full of fun activities for families to make and do together. This month, make your own junk sculpture bugs or beasties inspired by Suntrap’s wonderful animals. Free, drop-in event. For more information visit www.wmgallery. org.uk

Sun 26 – Mon 27 Aug

The Gruffalo, Epping Ongar Railway

The Gruffalo is making his way to the Epping Ongar Railway to meet children at intervals on each day. Take the steam train into the deep dark wood and get up close and personal with a selection of owls too. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.eorailway.co.uk

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equipment provided for a close up view of our marvellous minibeasts. For more information and to book visit www.visitleevalley.org.uk

Thurs 30 Aug

Green Design, V&A Museum of Childhood, Bethnal Green, E2 9PA

11am-4pm. Get inspired by the clever design solutions in the exhibition, and take part in activities exploring ecological designs, including Play the Rig’s recycled musical instruments. Free, drop-in for all ages. For more information visit www.vam.ac.uk/moc

Wed 22 Aug

10.30am-12noon. Spend a fun morning in the museum garden. Learn how to draw plants from life, understand how and why they grow and explore how other artists have painted plants over the years. Wear clothing and footwear suitable for the outdoors. Ages 8-14. Book on 01992 564 226. For more information visit www.eppingforestdc.gov.uk

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Fri 31 Aug – Mon 3 Sep Ultimate Funfair, North Millfields, E5 9RB

Tues 28 Aug

Summer Cupcake Decorating, Valence House, Dagenham, RM8 3HT 11am-3pm. Decorate some delicious cupcakes in this yummy workshop and make a fancy personalised box for your cupcake creations. Charges apply. Advanced booking essential on 020 8227 2034. For more information visit www.lbbd.gov.uk

Wed 29 Aug

Sports and Healthy Living Day, Victoria Park, E3 5TB

Fri, Sat and Sun 1pm -10pm, Mon 3pm-10pm. Go along and join in all the fun of the fair. This is a token fair so no cash will be taken on rides or inflatables. Tokens will be on sale at the fair. For more information visit www.irvinleisure.co.uk

September Sat 1 Sep

Bird Barmy Army, Victoria Park, E3 5TB

10am-12.30pm. Find out more about Vicky Park’s feathered friends in this guided tour lead by the resident ornithologist. No need to book. Meet at the V&A Building. For more information visit www.towerhamlets. gov.uk

Sat 1 – Sun 30 Sep

Totally Thames Festival, Various Locations

11am-3pm. Get out in the fresh air and participate in a wide range of fun-filled activities to promote a healthy lifestyle. Event located at the Opera Field. For more information visit www.towerhamlets.gov.uk

Totally Thames brings the river to life with a month-long season of river-related events - art, music, open days, family fun, talks, walks and boats galore. For more information and to view the full programme of events visit www.totallythames.org

Minibeast Mania, Waltham Abbey Gardens, EN9 1XQ

Sun 2 Sep

1-3pm. The afternoon will include the chance to go on your own minibeast safari, collecting them using the

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Classic Car Rally, Epping Ongar Railway

Not just for the car enthusiast! Anyone who loves steam and diesel locomotives and buses will have a great day too. There will be an eclectic mix of some 70 classic, sports cars and other vehicles on the field at North Weald Station. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.eorailway.co.uk

Wed 5 Sep

Teddy Bears’ Picnic, Victoria Park, E3 5TB

9.30am-12.30pm. An event especially for mini park users. Take along your favourite teddy and a picnic and enjoy storytelling, fun games and interactive music. Ages 0-3. Book on 020 7364

4504. For more information visit www.towerhamlets.gov.uk

Fri 7 – Sun 9 Sep

Tower of London Food Festival, Tower of London, EC3N 4AB Join in for a fabulous food and drink festival in the iconic moat. The Food Festival is a fantastic family event, with plenty of activities on offer to keep children of all ages entertained. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.hrp.org.uk/towerof-london

Sat 8 Sep

Wool Art Workshops, Redbridge Central Library, Ilford, IG1 1EA

2-4pm. In this workshop you can create your own art using the unique technique of dry wool pastel painting, pressed with glass and framed.You will only be using eco-wool. Ages 7-12. For more information and to book visit www.redbridge-events. eventbrite.com

Sun 9 Sep

Family Activities, Vestry House Museum, Walthamstow, E17 9NH

Best of Music Fest, Valentines Mansion’s Gardens, Ilford, IG1 4XA 11am-3.30pm. A feast of musical pleasure will be provided by many high quality musicians and singers from in and around Redbridge, mixing folk and jazz, soft rock and classical, pop and country, and everything around and in between. Free. For more information visit www.redbridge.gov.uk

Bus Rally, Epping Ongar Railway

A day for the bus enthusiast. A selection of heritage buses on former London Transport routes in the area are expected at this event. The steam and diesel trains and regular 339 bus service will be running too. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.eorailway.co.uk

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