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Spring/Easter Edition Issue 118 19 March - 13 May 2018

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Dear Readers

There is talk of the weather getting warmer, the sun is beginning to shine every now and then, daffodils are in the shops so Spring must be on its way, finally, so welcome to our Spring/Easter magazine. We’ve tried our best to get in the mood for this egg-citing time of the year with an eggstraordinary magazine with egg-stra listings, egg-specially for all our readers ... no more eggs I promise unless they’re of the chocolate variety! For the fourth time we are the Family Friendly Media Partner Publishing Editor: Peter Watson of the Brighton Fringe - England’s largest arts festival with a Sales: Clarry Frewin, Gill Pearce, fantastic range of comedy, acrobatics, dance, workshops and Andrew Langridge lots more all over Brighton from May to June. Don’t miss out & Sarah-Jane Chapple - book tickets now at www.brightonfringe.org.uk. Listings: Hayley Hughes & Miriam Theobald As usual we have loads of events to choose to go to over the Editorial: Anna Stringer & Dunya Simões Spring break. Hayley and Miriam have been working hard Production: Alison Watson beavering away getting you the very best of things to go to. Office Manager: Chris Blower If you do visit any of their suggestions please mention that Administrators: Claire Wood you read about them in Primary Times. & Tina Love Look out for our fantastic Brighton Fringe competition Proof Reader: Catherine Draisey where you could end up winning a weekend in Brighton Social Media: Rachel Benson Primary Times is independently published and distributed free in infant with accommodation, a meal, tickets to the Fringe and and primary schools throughout Sussex. Its aims are to inform families wonderful memories. To be in with a chance of winning this and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity competition there’s a word search to complete and you could 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, be off on a very jolly weekend with your family and we could sexist or politically based material whatsoever. We also undertake not to carry any advertising which we would consider to be offensive to young be receiving a pretty postcard from a very happy reader! families or harmful to the best interests of young children. The opinions expressed in either the editorial or advertisements within this publication are If you do enter this or any of our other competitions do not necessarily those held by the editor or publisher. While we take great care with the compilation of information within this magazine, neither the remember to include your contact details. We often get editor nor publisher will accept any liability for the accuracy of the editorial or advertising contained within the publication. We welcome listings being entries from people we would love to pick as prize winners 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 but if we can’t contact you we can’t let you win.... sent. Please send them to listings@primarytimes.biz. Primary Times would

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inside this issue.... Family Theatre..........................6 What’s On Guide.......................8 Spring Adventures.........................9 Out of School Adventures......... 16 Education News...................... 18 Brighton Fringe Guide............22 Competitions...........................29 All Your Own Work.................. 31

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Discover your Local Birds

Exciting new nature book, A World of Birds takes readers on a flying visit round the world, scouring the seven continents for the biggest, brightest and best birds on the planet. Urban Jungle creator and Brighton based illustrator Vicky Woodgate perfectly captures the brilliance of the bird world with each chapter taking you to a new continent and introducing birds from hummingbirds to hawks, and parrots to penguins. With a vintage travelogue feel, vibrant artwork and bite-sized facts and annotations, the book will appeal to wildlife lovers of all ages, big and small. A World of Birds is published on 22 March, RRP £14.99. Author and illustrator Vicky Woodgate believes now is a great time to learn more about the birds around us, she wants everyone to get out and get looking for birds locally. She told us, “Brighton wouldn’t be Brighton without mentioning the cheeky gulls that frequent the beach fronts, bold noisy herring gulls and lovely black-headed gulls are just some of the species you can spot.”

Royal Victoria Place Largest Teddy Royal Victoria Place Shopping Centre in Tunbridge Wells teamed with up local children’s charity ellenor for Christmas to raise money for children and young people with life-threatening illnesses. Tunbridge Wells Biggest Teddy Bear, aptly named ‘Teddy Selfie’ took up residence inside West Kent’s biggest shopping centre between 19 November and 5 January, with shoppers and their families posting images of themselves taken with the 3.5m high teddy using the hashtag #RVPTeddySelfie and donating money to the charity. Plus the five best selfies won a £50 RVP Gift Card. Katie Gardner, ellenor fundraiser, told Primary Times, “We’ve been overwhelmed by the support people have shown us through the #RVPTeddySelfie campaign. If people would like to support our work to provide specialist hospice care to terminally ill children, they can visit www.ellenor.org.” Royal Victoria Place’s Teddy Selfie campaign raised nearly £3,000 for ellenor funding vital hospice home care to babies, children and young adults, aged 0-18 years across the Kent region. ellenor is the only charity in Kent that provides hospice care for people of all ages – babies, children and adults - and their families.As a pioneer in the field of hospice at home care, ellenor enables children in Kent to receive the very best care and support they need at home, so they can stay with their loved ones. Specialist care such as chemotherapy and respite provided in the sanctuary of the family home enables families to focus on building precious memories in the limited time they have together.

Journey Around the World in Sound You don’t need to travel far to see some impressive winged wildlife. Even bird feeders in the heart of the city are regularly frequented by blue tits, robins, blackbirds, goldfinches and wood pigeons eager for a good feed.You might even catch a magnificent sparrow hawk on the hunt for prey and watch the smaller birds scatter away. A walk on the seafront offers up close encounters of plenty of seaside wildlife – just watch out for the seagulls eyeing up your fish and chips. The amazing starling murmurations are well worth a watch in the winter months before sunset above what’s left of the West Pier and numerous birds also flock over The Palace Pier. A perfect Easter day out, the South Downs is a haven for wildlife and birds, watch out for plenty of common species as well as some rarer spots including barn owls, buzzards and even kestrels. So as the weather (hopefully) gets warmer this Easter, get out and about with your family to learn more about the feathered friends in your local area. Picture credits RSPB/C Gomersall 4

19 Mar - 13 May ‘18

Chris Watson’s No Man’s Land celebrates the sounds, rhythms and music of the world’s seas and oceans. Taking place at Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts and suitable for all ages, the sound piece created by Watson (David Attenborough’s sound recordist), takes the listener from the edge of Brighton beach and out around the world, in a journey for the ears and the imagination.

The listener will experience the 40-minute-long piece in the comfort of ACCA’s auditorium but will travel via sound on a trackless voyage around the planet. Weddell seals singing under Antarctic sea ice, the snap of a coral reef in the South China Sea, the haunting songs of Humpback whales in the Caribbean and the hunting pods of Orca in the North Atlantic can all be heard in the piece, before the listener is swept back onto the pebbles by the remains of Brighton’s West Pier. No Man’s Land is a unique spatialized audio journey into the deep ocean and the most ‘sound rich’ environments on the planet. The installation is at the Attenborough Centre from Tuesday 27 March until Friday 13 April. For details of show times and to book, call the Box Office on 01273 678 822 or go online to www. attenboroughcentre.com.

Are you looking for flexible work? Are you a keen swimmer? Then why not consider a career as a swimming teacher? There is a national shortage of Swimming Teachers in the UK, so if you are armed with an STA teaching qualification, your services will be in high demand.

Train with Swim-Teach-Train the STA way, and be qualified to the highest of standards. SwimTeach-Train (part of the WetWetWet swim school family) follows the STA training syllabus for Swimming Teachers.You will start by taking a qualification to teach beginners, (the award course) after which you may want to complete the further training that enables you to teach improving and advanced swimmers (the certificate course). Qualifying as a Swimming Teacher is just the beginning of what can be a very rewarding career. If you find that you really enjoy teaching, you may wish to take further specialist qualifications that will enable you to work with babies, preschoolers or those with

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Develop a Career as a Swimming Teacher a disability. Swimming Teachers can expect to earn between £10 and £25 per hour. You will be able to complete your initial training to teach beginners within a week. Costs vary from course to course but it’s worth remembering that ‘the STA route’ to learning to become a teacher is widely acknowledged as the most cost-effective in the country.Your initial investment will be repaid quickly once you find employment. Contact Swim-Teach-Train today to train to be qualified to the highest of standards and to start your new career in teaching swimming. Call 01273 388 247 or email info@ wetwetwetswimschool.co.uk.

Lewes Illustrator Shortlisted for Waterstones Prize

Lewes Illustrator Matt Carr has been nominated for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize 2018, widely regarded as one of the most prestigious accolades in the world of children’s books. Carr is shortlisted in the Illustrated Books category for his picture book Superbat. Superbat is a hilarious, heart-warming and strikingly illustrated debut picture book which tells the story of Pat, a bat who wants to be special but who discovers that this is much harder to achieve than he first thought. Pat is starting to think that he will never stand out - until a family of mice see him for what he really is... a Superbat.

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Family Theatre

Attenborough Centre Falmer, Brighton Box Office: 01273 678 822 27 Mar – 13 April

No Man’s Land

Family Theatre

A celebration of the sounds, rhythms and music of the world’s seas and oceans taking the listener from the edge of Brighton beach around the world, in a journey for the ears and imagination. All ages.

White Rock Hastings Box Office: 01424 462 288 25 Mar

Sarah and Duck

Brightelm Centre Box Office: 01273 709 709 5 - 7 May

The Boy, The Piano and The Beach

on stage through puppets, live music and interactive play. This family favourite is brought to life by Selladoor Family.

14 Apr

Featuring music by Ravel, Debussy, Prokofiev, and performed live by pianist Edward Liddall, this beguiling blend of puppetry, dance and projection is a wordless visual treat. Part of the Brighton Festival. Ages 6+.

Brainiac Live

Komedia Brighton

24 - 25 Apr

Box Office: 08452 938 480 6 - 7 May

This show will take you on a breathless ride through the wild world of the weird and wonderful. Expect exploding dustbins, combusting microwaves and loads of live daredevil stunts!

That’s Entertainment

(Also selected dates in May) This show will transport you Me & My Baby back to the Golden Age of Multi award-winning theatre Hollywood Movies, Musicals company, ThisEgg, invites you and beyond. With songs, to save the world – one dances, comedy sketches bee at a time. A new and a huge helping of Enjoy family comedy with nostalgia. the show! live music. Plant the And don’t seed for change, Sallis Benney forget to say join the Bee Party. Theatre, Ages 5+. you saw it in

20 May

Oskar’s Amazing Adventure

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An original, heart-warming play for young children and their families, full of good humour, adventure, music and song. Ages 2-8.

Royal Hippodrome Eastbourne Box Office: 01323 802 020 2 - 3 Apr

Alice in Wonderland

Featuring all of the favourite characters and iconic moments - plus an exciting mix of familiar songs and original compositions - this is a laugha-minute show not to be missed… or off with your head.

12 – 13 Apr

Guess How Much I Love You Explore this playful story of love and nature as it unfolds 6

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Brighton

Box Office: 01273 600 900 12 – 13 May

Penguins

Go along to see this delightful show about the changing nature of family, based on a true story that touched hearts worldwide. Part of the Brighton Festival. Ages 3+.

Sweet Dukebox, The Southern Belle, Brighton www.sweetvenues.com 24 Mar

Highway Love

A charming tale of smitten highway robbers in the eighteenth century. This show is written and performed by talented ten year olds. With romantic antics, daring escapades and jail breaks. Ages 8+.

In a story told through a fantastic blend of puppetry, storytelling and music, CBeebies’ Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday will take you and your children on a magical adventure.

6 Apr

All Star Superslam Wrestling

Go along to this two hour action packed family event with a brand new line up of top international stars from the wrestling world.

7 Apr

West End Experience

Highlighting the many talents of a young cast ages 8-16 years old, the Easter Youth Project are proud to present a West End Experience not to be missed!

15 Apr

Beauty & The Beast

A fun-filled Easter pantomime with a star cast, impressive music, energetic dance routines as well as plenty of jokes, slapstick and heaps of audience participation!

17 - 21 Apr

Into the Woods

Join Cinderella, Jack, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and a host of others in HOADS’ production of this Tony Award winning musical.

18 May

The Sleeping Beauty

A classic fairy tale set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, stunning choreography, beautiful costumes all combine to portray the struggle between good and evil.

Hawth Crawley Box Office: 01293 553 636 24 Mar

Monstersaurus!

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

8 Apr

Milkshake Live!

Set amongst Milkshake’s magical bookcase, this brilliant show is sure to amaze and delight! The Milkshake! cast will be singing songs and sharing stories that audience members, young and old, will know and love.

25 Apr

Horrible Histories: More Best of Barmy Britain

Go along and find out why the Romans were revolting! Could you survive the vicious Vikings? Can evil Elizabeth entertain England? Would you party with the Puritans?

7 May

Tiddler & Other Terrific Tales

Box Office: 01403 750 220 4 - 5 Apr

Colourful characters from Julia Donaldson and Axel best-loved titles are woven together with live music and puppetry.

Wizard of Oz

17 May

Capitol Horsham

Click your heels together and join Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy and her little dog Toto, as they journey through the magical land of Oz to meet the Wizard and obtain their heart’s desires.

13 Apr

The Sagas of the Nog

Thor Nogson and green bird Graculus join Noggin as he goes North on a journey of adventure and discovery to battle the fearsome Ice Dragon and the dastardly deeds of Noggin’s wicked uncle, Nogbad the Bad!

Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday Join Sarah and Duck and a host of your favourite friends including The Ribbon Sisters, The Shallots, Flamingo & John and Umbrella, as they plan a birthday party for Scarf Lady in their garden.

19 May

Me and My Bee

Multi award-winning theatre company, ThisEgg, invites you to save the world - one bee at a time. A new comedy for children and adults alike. Plant the seed for change, join the Bee Party. Before it’s too late…

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What’s On Your family diary for March, April and May Ongoing Until 26 Mar

Basement Tunnel Tours, Royal Pavilion and Museums, Brighton, BN1 1EE 10-11am. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the basement and tunnel of the Royal Pavilion and discover about life below stairs for the servants, from the rat catcher to George’s principal private secretary. Charges apply. For more information visit brightonmuseums.org.uk

Until 28 Mar

Behind the Scenes at Museum Lab, Brighton Museum, BN1 1EE (Every Tues, Wed, Fri) 2-5pm. Pop into Museum Lab and find out more about what goes on behind the scenes at the museum. Meet curatorial staff, get up close and personal with objects not usually on display and discover hidden stories. For more information visit brightonmuseums.org.uk

Until 15 Apr

Lambing Time, Coombe’s Farm, BN15 0RS 9.30am–4pm. Go and see the lambs being born, eight hundred ewes lambing and eighty cows calving. Plus there will be tractor rides available to see the animals in the fields. For more information and to book visit www.coombes.co.uk

Exhibition: Automata at the Pier with Cabaret Mechanical Theatre, Hastings Pier Charity, TN34 1JU 10am-5pm. The world renowned Cabaret Mechanical Theatre merges the boundaries of art and engineering with their collection of extraordinary mechanical toys and many other marvellous, magical inventions. For more information visit www. hastingspier.org.uk

Until 28 Apr

Arty Crafty Club, Hove Museum and Art Gallery, BN3 4AB (Selected dates) 2-4pm. Have a fun afternoon and try some clay work, plaster casting, painting on canvas, animation and so much more. Ages 8-12. Charges apply. For more information visit brightonmuseums. org.uk

Take a trip down memory lane or brush up on the back story to the newest Star Wars releases. Free admission. For more information visit brightonmuseums.org.uk

Until 4 Sep

Aliens, Zombies and Monsters! Leechpool and Owlbeech Woods & Art Gallery, BN3 4AB Aaron Blecha, best-known for books like Goodnight, Grizzle Grump! and the Shark School series, will give you a unique peek into the process behind his work – starting from initial ideas and doodles to creating characters and finished books. For more information visit brightonmuseums.org.uk

Until 4 Nov

Eastbourne Remembers Exhibition, The Pavilion, Eastbourne, BN22 7AQ 10am-5pm. Discover stories of heirlooms, precious objects remembered for hundreds of years, the stories behind Saxon treasure. Travel down memory lane to a nostalgic past, see souvenirs collected over time and words written to preserve tales from time itself. For more information visit www. eastbournemuseums.co.uk

Faces of the Fort, Redoubt Fortress & Military Museum, Eastbourne, BN22 7AQ Explore the family friendly interactive displays and follow the stories of those who lived in the Fortress over its 200 year history. Two children admitted free with every full paying adult. For more information visit www.eastbournemuseums.co.uk

March Mon 19 Mar – Sun 4 Nov Eastbourne Remembers Exhibition, The Pavilion, Eastbourne, BN22 7AQ

10am–5pm. Journey through extraordinary memories and uncover some of the ways we

Until 26 Jun

Collector’s Choice: Star Wars, Hove Museum and Art Gallery, BN3 4AB This display of vintage Star Wars toys and memorabilia from the 1970s and 80s will appeal to all fans.

19 Mar - 13 May ‘18

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have remembered and sometimes forgotten in this new exhibition for 2018. For more information call 01323 410 300.

Tues 20 Mar

Open Day, Borde Hill Garden, Haywards Heath, RH16 1XP Go along and visit this horticultural delight and peaceful haven from modern life. For more information visit www.bordehill.co.uk

Tues 20 Mar – Tues 15 May

Tiny Towner, Towner Art Gallery, Eastbourne, BN21 4JJ 10.15am and 11.30am. Enjoy creative play for the under 5s and their carers with storytelling, messy play and music making linked to Towner’s exhibitions. For more information and to book visit www. townereastbourne.org.uk

Sat 24 Mar

Family Fun, Hastings Pier Charity, TN34 1ET 11am–3pm. Go along for some family fun on Hastings Pier inspired by Automata on the Pier with Cabaret Mechanical Theatre. For more information visit www.hastingspier. org.uk

The Canterbury Tales, The Rialto Theatre, Brighton, BN1 3FE (Also 31 Mar) 2pm. Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales: iconic but obscured in Middle English lingo. But now: a new version. Comedy, drama, rhyme and fairy tale. Join the Earwig, the Grasshopper and others for a feast of storytelling. Ages 7+. To book visit www.hovegrown.org.uk

Family Fun, Hastings Pier Charity, TN34 1JU 11am-3pm. Explore an amazing exhibition of twenty and twenty first century automata on the Pier with work by renowned artists as well as artworks created by members of the Craftivist Network. Make a mini moving fish or spinner to take away. For more information visit www. hastingspier.org.uk

Family Telescope Clinic, The Observatory Science Centre, Hailsham, BN27 1RN 2-8pm. Do you have a telescope but don’t know how to use it properly and need some advice? This family day is specifically for adults and accompanied children. For more information visit www. the-observatory.org and to book call 01323 832 731.

Stargazing, Redoubt Fortress & Military Museum, Eastbourne, BN22 7AQ 7-9pm. The Eastbourne Astronomical Society will provide a family friendly tour of the night sky suitable for all. Look at the Moon and Planets through an Astronomical Telescope and discover the secrets of space. For more information visit www. eastbournemuseums.co.uk

Spring Beach Clean, Rye Harbour, TN31 7TX 10am-1pm. Look out for the first wheatears and Sandwich terns of the year while helping to remove the rubbish blown in by winter storms. Hot soup will be served at the end. Meet at Rye Harbour village car park don’t forget to bring your work gloves.Visit www.sussexwildlifetrust. org.uk

Sat 24 – Sun 25 Mar

Vegfest, Brighton Centre, BN1 2GR 11am-6pm (Sat), 10am-5pm (Sun). Go along and enjoy an amazingly packed schedule of talks, cookery demos, workshops, music, comedy and kids activities, plus of course the mouthwatering food that you can look forward to… For more information www.brighton.vegfest.co.uk

Sat 24 Mar - Sun 15 Apr Spring Festival, Michelham Priory, Hailsham, BN27 3QS

8am–5pm. Join in for garden tours, workshops, music, chef demonstrations and entertainment. Plus follow the children’s spring-themed trails around the house and gardens. Admission applies. For more information visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Tues 27 Mar

Lead Ranger’s Walk - March, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB 11am-12.30pm. Take in the seasonal highlights of early spring in the woods with an exclusive guided tour with our Lead Ranger. Booking essential. Admission applies. For more information and to book visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans

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Fun Days Out with the Family the globe and also hosts a number of events throughout the year to raise funds and awareness of the in-situ conservation projects they support. The Big Cat Sanctuary is a leading conservation organisation of wild cats in the UK and are proud to have recently piloted an education programme within schools.

The Big Cat Sanctuary

The Big Cat Sanctuary provides a future for some of the most beautiful and endangered cats in the world. Home to over 50 cats including African Lions, Sumatran Tigers, Jaguars, Amur Leopards and Snow Leopards to name just a few, it’s located in Smarden, in the heart of the Kent countryside. The site has become a sanctuary and breeding centre that takes a personal approach to their wildlife residents. The Big Cat Sanctuary operates by offering personal big cat experiences. These include tours, ranger days, a selection of different photographic workshops, overnight stays in their luxury lodges and adoptions. The Sanctuary holds Annual Open Days where they open the doors to the public, not just for people to see the incredible cats, but also to give an opportunity to get an insight into the global conservation work being done there. This year the open days are 26 to 29 July. Tickets need to be purchased in advance and are now on sale online at www. thebigcatsanctuary.org. These are family fun days with arena displays of falconry and anti-poaching dogs as well as a variety of entertainment. Visitors learn about the work being done to save what are some of the most iconic yet endangered species on planet. The Big Cat Sanctuary also contribute to in-situ conservation projects around

Easter Fun at Hastings Adventure Golf

A fun family day is guaranteed at Hastings Adventure Golf. Open every day - whatever the weather – it is loved by everyone aged 3 to 103. There is a fantastic Pirate Course, with pirate ships and cannon explosions, the amazing Adventure Course with waterfalls and fountains, plus the more traditional crazy golf. With delicious fish and chips, pizza, homemade gelato, barista coffee and plenty of sweet treats on offer too – there’s everything for a great day out. This Easter, Hastings Adventure Golf has fun activity sheets for children to complete on their way round the mini golf courses. Children can hand the completed sheets in at the end for a surprise Easter treat. As a serial winner of Trip Advisor’s Certificate of Excellence, Hastings Adventure Golf’s three imaginatively designed 18-hole courses; Pirate, Adventure and Crazy, are packed full of surprises. Landscaped gardens, seven waterfalls, 37 fountains, caves, windmills, mountains, two large pirate ships, cannon fire, explosions, splashes and let’s not forget, talking tikki poles and grumbling stone heads. Hastings Adventure Golf, home of the World Crazy Golf Championships in June, is located on the seafront at Pelham Place. There is plenty of parking adjacent to the complex for convenience. For more information, go to www. hastingsadventuregolf.com.

19 Mar - 13 May ‘18

Spring Adventures

Brighton Marina

Brighton hosts the largest marina in the UK. It features a beautiful working harbour as well as plenty of things to do for all ages, all within its picturesque waterfront surroundings. Head to Brighton Marina for some Easter holiday basketball fun on Tuesday 3, Thursday 5, Tuesday 10 and Thursday 12 April. Take part in fun sessions with Force Community Basketball Club, www. forcebasketball.co.uk. On 19 and 20 May over 14s can enjoy a once in a lifetime experience leaping off the 160 foot Brighton Bungee Jump, booking essential. With an eight-screen cinema, newly refurbished bowling alley, glow in the dark golf and a casino for the adults, there’s never a dull moment. For outdoor enthusiasts, go on a boat trip or learn how to sail or scuba dive. For those that prefer dry land, why not hire an electric bike, take advantage of the free, outdoor ping pong or enjoy a walk along the East Breakwater to watch the fishermen? When it’s time to relax, there’s nothing better than sitting in one of the many cafes and restaurants and watching the yachts sail by. With a 24-hour bus service (Number 7), free parking for marina visitors (time limits apply) and full disabled access, it could not be easier to go along and enjoy Brighton’s exciting waterfront destination. For updates on the free events, check out www. brightonmarina.co.uk, like the Facebook page or follow @ BrightonMarina on Twitter.

Free Easter Fun at Royal Victoria Place

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Celebrating Spring at Michelham Priory House

Michelham Priory’s Spring Festival from 24 March to 15 April gives visitors of all ages the opportunity to celebrate the season and all the colour it brings. The priory’s garden bursts into a mass of colour with a host of 80,000 daffodils plus an abundance of cheerful crocuses, snowdrops, primulas, chiondoxa, cyclamens, primroses, wood anemones, erythroniums, fritillaria’s and hellebores. Late spring the alliums, casmassia, bluebells and tulips join the colourful display.

Make sure you get down to Royal Victoria Place in Tunbridge Wells for some free Easter fun as they go PAW Patrol crazy on Wednesday 4 April. Kids’ TV favourites Chase and Marshall will be appearing at alternating intervals throughout the day. Plus go along and dance to your favourite PAW Patrol songs and learn each character’s moves with Pup Pup Boogie! The Pup Pup Boogie Dance Activity will take place at 11.45am, 12.45pm, 1.45pm and 2.45pm and you can meet Chase and Marshall on the hour and half hour between 11am and 3.30pm. Peter Rabbit has become Beatrix Potter’s most infamous character and features in a number of her other titles. So to celebrate the release of his latest film, Peter Rabbit will be hopping along to Royal Victoria Place for some free Easter fun on Wednesday 11 April.You can see Peter Rabbit during Story Time on the hour between 11am and 3pm. Plus join the Peter Rabbit Treasure Trail on the day and every completed entry will receive an official certificate. Find out more about these and other events at www.royalvictoriaplace.com. Please note all events are on a first come first served basis and the centre management reserve the right to refuse access or cease the event.

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Join in with garden tours, workshops, music, chef demonstrations and entertainment. The springthemed trails around the house and gardens are perfect for the children to follow and enjoy. There’s truly something for all ages. Normal admission fees apply. Michelham Priory is only 15 minutes from Eastbourne, near Hailsham and boasts England’s longest water-filled moat, seven acres of garden and Medieval and Tudor buildings.Visit www. sussexpast.co.uk for more information.

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Take a ‘Kid for a Quid’ on the Bus

Bus operator Stagecoach has announced it will expand its popular ‘kid for a quid’ offer which allows children to travel for just £1 when accompanied by an adult ticket or pass holder. The £1 add-on ticket will now be available to use with any adult single or return ticket, or concessionary bus pass. The bargain priced £1 ticket was introduced last summer, allowing kids unlimited travel for one day when accompanied by an adult day or weekly ticket holder. Stagecoach says the ‘kid for a quid’ offer was immediately popular with over 6,000 add-on tickets sold in the first week. Now customers with an adult single, return or a concession pass will be able to benefit too. Stagecoach understands how difficult it can be to keep your kids entertained during the school holidays. They want to make your family adventures even easier by easing the burden of your travel costs. Travel with one child, for one day, for £1. Don’t forget kids under 5 travel free. If you're travelling with more than one child you can buy up to a maximum of four 'kid for a quid' tickets. That's just £4 for four kids. Children must be accompanied by the adult ticket holder at all times when travelling. The £1 add-on tickets are available to buy on board the bus with cash or contactless. More information is available on the Stagecoach website at www.stagecoachbus.com/kidforaquid.

Join the Octonauts at SEA LIFE Brighton

SEA LIFE will be recruiting young ocean explorers to take part in an all-new, deep-sea adventure this Easter as Octonauts: Shark Mission launches at SEA LIFE Brighton from 30 March until 22 April. Come face-to-fin with SEA LIFE Brighton aquarium’s own fascinating family of resident sharks, solve the mind-bending puzzles of the mystery tanks and take part in a meet and greet with Shellington and Kwazii, exclusive to SEA LIFE Brighton. Find out which sharks can live to be 400 years old, which sharks can smell a single drop of blood in an Olympic size swimming pool and why some sharks have skin as rough as sandpaper. Visit the Octonauts art zone, take a special dive of discovery with Dashi and follow instructions from Captain Barnacles to make a shark puppet. There’s also plenty on offer for older kids and adults, including taking a whimsical trip through the 360-degree Ocean Tunnel, exploring the marine world upon the UK’s first glass bottom boat. See interactive rock pools brimming with weird but wonderful creatures, including starfish, featured in Sea Life Brighton’s dazzling new creature installation, Sea Stars. Octonauts: Shark Mission is included in SEA LIFE Brighton’s usual admission price, with tickets starting from £10.50 per person when pre-booking at www.visitsealife.com/brighton. Parent and toddler tickets are £13.50 and available for the final week of the event and all term time weekdays.

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Enjoy garden games and wild adventures this Easter holiday at Wakehurst Place. There promises to be an abundance of activities to experience this Easter. From 30 March until 15 April, you can enjoy a Peter Rabbit inspired Easter holiday in and around the gardens. Experience a festival filled with interactive trails, crafts and story-telling as you discover places in the gardens that would have captured the imagination of Beatrix Potter. There will be a host of family activities to get involved in as you enter the world of Beatrix Potter’s iconic tales. Children will love exploring the beautiful walled garden, getting their hands dirty in the potting shed, sowing their own seeds and learning all about the wonderful world of plants. Enjoy an interactive trail through the botanic gardens, settle down for a reading of Beatrix Potter’s enchanting stories or test your bounce with a sack race. If you’re enjoying the activities between 30 March and 1 April, why not join in an Easter egg trail through Wakehurst’s beautiful gardens. A wild food inspired trail will lead you to a Divine

A Wakehurst day admission ticket includes entry to the Peter Rabbit activities. All Peter Rabbit activities are free of charge and no booking is required. Normal garden admission prices apply – adults cost £12.50 while children (16 and under) are free. For more information visit www.kew.org/wakehurst.

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Getting Outdoors this Spring

As we enter into spring, now is the perfect time to get children exploring their surrounding environment and discovering how nature changes over the year. Hello Nature Activity Cards are the perfect way to get your young ones exploring the outdoors if you’re looking for a way to get the kids outside this Easter and to get them away from all their chocolate eggs. The pocket-sized set is perfect for little adventurers to take along for a walk in the woods, holidays on the beach or just whilst pottering in their own back garden. The colourful illustrations show how to identify a tree from its seed, how a frog is different from a toad, where to find the Big Dipper and much more. With thirty fun activities to try, from stone skimming and pond dipping to making feather quill pens, the whole family will be able to celebrate the great outdoors together. You could even get your children’s friends and their parents to come along too and make a day of it, each trying out different activities and swapping the best ones. With 30 activities to choose from, the Hello Nature Activity Cards are sure to keep you and your family entertained for hours. Sets are available for £9.99 online and from all good high street retailers.

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the endearingly eccentric artist, who owned and ran the original Cabaret as a craft shop in Falmouth, Cornwall in 1979 before moving in 1984 to Covent Garden, where for over 15 years it acquired a cult following and attracted visitors and collectors from around the globe. Sue’s daughter Sarah Alexander is now Cabaret’s director and has curated automata exhibitions worldwide. Sarah is curating Automata on the Pier and invites you to marvel at these colourful, humorous and thought-provoking masterpieces which come to life at the push of a button, a turn of a handle or the drop of a coin. Automata on the Pier is at Hastings Pier from 14 March until 15 April, 10am-5pm daily. With free admission, there’s no excuse not to explore this eccentric collection. Find out more at www. cabaret.co.uk or www.hastingspier.org.uk.

Bouncy and Foamy Fundraising Fun

Brighton’s bounciest, foamiest and most colourful fun run is back to raise essential funds for Martlets this summer. The Kapow charity fun-run will be at Preston Park on 14 July and promises to be bigger and better than ever. Fun-runners dressed as superheroes will be bounding around ten immense inflatables, dodging high velocity foam cannons and scaling massive obstacles, all to raise money for their local hospice. Gather together a group of your most superheroic friends and family members for a fantastically fun time together.

Every day from Friday 30 March to Sunday 15 April, get ready for Lambs Galore and so much more Easter Holiday fun at Spring Barn Farm, located next to Lewes and just 15 minutes from Brighton. Join Baa-bara and friends for their super fun, interactive shows throughout the day. Baa-bara is the silliest, most forgetful and utterly fabulous Shepherdess you have ever met. She’s usually on the lookout for her cheeky sheep but she’s only gone and lost the flock again. Can you help her find them? Meet the farm’s cutest new arrivals with their mums in the Animal Barn and follow the Easter Trail around the Nursery Rhymes, before visiting the Old Woman in her Shoe to collect an Easter treat. Combined with all the fun of the farm are daily Meet the Animals sessions, Land Rover and Trailer Rides, plus so much Indoor Play and Outdoor Adventure Play to discover. You won’t want to miss it. All the activities for Lambs Galore and More are included in general admission prices. Save when you pre-book your tickets online at www. springbarnfarm.com.

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Cabaret Mechanical Theatre, famed internationally for its extraordinary collection of automata, comes to Hastings with an exciting new exhibition of mechanical toys and many other marvellous, magical inventions. Exhibition highlights include Matt Smith’s swimming fish, Peter Markey’s wave machines and Paul Spooner’s famous spaghetti-eating man in a bath. Both Paul and Peter created pieces for Sue Jackson,

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Out of School Activities

Out of School Activities Can I Teach My Own Child to Swim? Parents often ask how they can teach their child to swim, even if they are not good or confident swimmers themselves. Some parents question whether an external teacher or classes are really necessary. Parents teach their children many things every day and you may wonder why swimming should be any different. But teaching swimming can be more complex than most people think. Knowing how to keep the process of learning to swim progressive and efficient requires a mixture of science and creativity.

For example a water confident parent might think forcing their child’s face in the water is a good tactic to teach water-confidence but it rarely is and often results in children refusing to allow water near their faces in future. Experienced swim teachers know how difficult it is to build trust with a child in the water and this process cannot be rushed. If a parent knows how to swim but doesn’t have any experience teaching it, the risk of pushing a child too fast at the beginning is very high. An out-of-pace start could make children feel unhappy and unsure about being in water and swimming in general. That’s why most people enroll their kids in swimming lessons because professional swim instructors have the right experience and training to know what to do and when to do different activities.

If you know the science of swimming, the principles of teaching and have a good grasp of child psychology, plus, if you think your child will follow your instructions repeatedly without you or your child running out of patience, you may both find the learn to swim experience rewarding and successful. But it’s worth bearing in mind that there is a risk of getting it wrong and putting your child off swimming for a very long time or for a life time. Even with the best of intentions, parents may sometimes get things wrong.

Ultimate Fun in the School Holidays Ultimate Activity Camps provide outstanding activity day camps for 4-14 year olds in the school holidays, where the children’s welfare and having fun are the primary concern. Every day children will enjoy a brilliant mix of sports, games and creative activities led by inspiring staff at amazing locations.

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Fit to Dance

Disney On Ice have launched the ‘Fit To Dance’ family programme, which aims to inspire families to have fun and be active through storytelling and dance. Inspired by the wide range of Disney On Ice shows and featuring characters from much loved films such as Frozen, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Tangled, Cars and Toy Story – among others, ‘Fit to Dance’ encourages children to create their own dance sequences based on the on-ice choreography, with a little help from family members, school groups, or friends. The programme reflects the creative process used in Disney On Ice shows where stories are developed by a writing team and then choreographed into spectacular dance routines. Children are encouraged to develop their own unique stories, choosing characters, settings and obstacles and then create a dance to tell their stories – just like the show team on Disney on Ice. Parents and schools can download the cross-curricular resources online and use them to support English and Physical Education lessons for children aged four to eight years. Run and distributed through schools with iChild, ‘Fit to Dance’ feeds children’s imagination and encourages imaginative storytelling. Find out more at www.disney.co.uk/disney-on-ice/fittodance.

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Primary schools up and down the country can sign-up free of charge to stage their own production this summer. A range of digital support resources will be provided by Olsen Verlag publishers and supported by the partner charities, which means that #lionopera can be performed by schools with little or no musical capability. The project offers cross-curricular learning opportunities by providing schools with tie-in educational materials for Key Stage 2 science as well as the means to fulfil National Curriculum requirements in English, music and religious education. It also delivers a wider message, encouraging children to explore the global issues faced by wild and domestic animals. For more information visit www. olsenverlag.com/lionopera

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Leading young British composer James Olsen has joined forces with three inspirational animal charities – Born Free, The Donkey Sanctuary and LionAid - to present the second instalment of his children’s #lionopera initiative – ‘One of Our Lions is Missing!’ #lionopera follows the comic adventures of a lion and a donkey living in a monastery and is based on the medieval legend of Saint Jerome. ‘One of our Lions is Missing!’ follows on from the successful first instalment ‘One of our Brothers is a Lion!’, performed in 2017.

South East Water has created an extensive education programme to share Pure Know H₂ow with the next generation. Led by a team of dedicated and experienced volunteer speakers, South East Water offer school talks aimed at 8 to 11 year olds. The talks are fun, interactive and tie in with a host of National Curriculum topics such as science, nature and the environment. Pupils will meet the WOW (World of Water) family, learn about the importance of conserving water and have the opportunity to become a WOW Agents by completing their World of Water booklet. To book a school talk with an expert volunteer, contact education@southeastwater. co.uk. In addition to talks, the STEM ambassador team host the water supply challenge game workshop, where small groups of children can learn how to build their own network of water pipes. To book the water supply challenge game with a STEM ambassador, email communications@ southeastwater.co.uk.

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Claremont School’s impressive cohort of Year 6 students recently took part in The Year of the Dog Creative Competition for Schools. The nationwide project to create a lantern was set and funded by IOE Confucius Institute for Schools at the University College London, in collaboration with the Chinese Embassy. These organisations support the teaching and learning of Mandarin Chinese and the study of China across all areas of the curriculum. This is becoming a more and more vital part of a child’s education in our globalised society. Guided by Claremont’s fantastic Art and Chinese departments, the students designed and produced a huge dog shaped lantern, discovering Chinese language, culture and learning about Chinese New Year traditions in the process. After experimenting with various materials and finishes, the students decided that willow withies, tissue paper and PVA glue would create the most effective lantern. The students used the flexibility of the willow to form the 3D structure and the transparency of the tissue to allow light to pass through, creating a stunning final result. A video documenting their process is available to view on the Claremont School Facebook page. Claremont was honoured to be shortlisted as one of only ten schools in the country to be invited to submit an entry into the competition and are looking forward to hearing the result! The next Nursery, Preparatory and Senior School Open Mornings are being held on Saturday 12 May, 9.30am - 1pm. Do go along to view their outstanding provision and discover what makes Claremont Independent School such a special learning environment for your child.

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March

Easter Adventure Quest, Battle TN33 0AD

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Walk with a Warden, Broadwater Warren, TN3 9JP Join in for a stroll around Broadwater Warren as spring kicks into action. Just turn up for a casual walk around the reserve to look for wildlife. Meet in the car park in Broadwater Forest Lane, near Tunbridge Wells. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk

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No Man’s Land, Attenborough Centre, Brighton, BN1 9RA (Selected dates) Chris Watson’s No Man’s Land is a site-specific celebration of the sounds, rhythms and music of the world’s seas and oceans. Takes the listener from the edge of Brighton beach and out around the world, in a journey for the ears and the imagination. Suitable for all ages. For more information and to book visit www. attenboroughcentre.com

Thurs 29 Mar

Wear a Hat Day, Nationwide Grab your favourite hat and help raise funds for vital brain tumour research. Take part with your school, workplace or simply at home with family and friends. For more information visit www.wearahatday. org

Fri 30 Mar – Sun 1 Apr

Cracking Easter Family Fun, Blackberry Farm, Lewes, BN8 6JD Enjoy lots of activities this Easter weekend including egg hunting, face painting story time, lamb bottle feeding, hold a chick and crafts and lots more. Charges apply. Some activities may need to be booked. For more information and to book visit www.blackberry-farm.co.uk

Fri 30 Mar – Mon 2 Apr Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, Alfriston Clergy House, Polegate, BN26 5TL

10.30am–4.30pm. The annual Easter Bunny hunt returns. Can you find all the bunnies hidden around the garden? Claim your Cadbury chocolate prize. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/alfriston

10am–5pm. Join in on the hunt for legendary dragon eggs. Set off with an intrepid character from the past to crack the clues and claim your chocolate reward. Charges apply. For more information visit www.englishheritage.org.uk

Mad Hatters Tea Party, Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, TN22 3QL Catch the train to Kingscote Station awaiting your arrival will be a world of madness, hatters tea party, children’s adventure hunt, giant games, small animal farm and entertainment for everyone. For more information and to book visit www.bluebell-railway.com

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters, East Dean, BN20 0AB 10am-3pm. Join in with the family fun outdoor trail to find hidden clues on Belle Tout and Lookout Hill. Then head back to the visitor centre to collect your Cadbury Easter Bunny. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/birling-gap-and-the-sevensisters

Fri 30 Mar – Sun 15 Apr Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 3QL

10am–4pm. Enjoy the great outdoors as you claim your ‘egg points’ on the ‘50 things’ nature hunt around the castle grounds. When you’ve collected enough ‘points’ you can claim your Cadbury chocolate treat as a prize. Admission applies. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiam-castle

Peter Rabbit goes Wild, Wakehurst, RH17 6TN Celebrate all things Peter Rabbit. Go along for a series of spring-themed activities to entertain all the family to include garden games, potting shed, crafts and trails, (Easter egg trail 30 Mar-1 Apr).For more information visit www.kew.org/wakehurst

Easter at Michelham Priory, Michelham Priory, Halisham, BN27 3QS 10.30am-5pm. Join in and follow the Easter trail around the house and gardens. There will be plenty of craft activities, face painting in the Great Barn as well as entertainment. Charges apply. For more information visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

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Easter Trails, Newhaven Fort, BN9 9DS

Enjoy a fantastic family day out this Easter and take part in Newhaven Fort’s brand new Easter trails. Use code ‘PTEASTER’ when booking tickets online to save 10%. For more information and to book visit www.newhavenfort.org.uk

Easter Holiday Crafts and Trail, Redoubt Fortress & Military Museum, Eastbourne, BN22 7AQ 10am-5pm. The Easter Bunny has been to the fortress, find all the eggs hidden around the building and create spectacular spring crafts in the Easter Holidays. For more information visit www. eastbournemuseums.co.uk

Fri 30 Mar – Sun 22 Apr Octonauts Shark Mission, Sea Life, Brighton, BN2 1TB Join the Octonauts in a brand-new Shark Mission and meet Shellington. The exhibition will feature educational puzzles of mystery and an Octonauts art zone where shark puppets can be crafted and taken home as a memento. For more information and to book visit www. visitsealife.com/brighton

Fri 30 Mar – Mon 3 Sep Have-a-Go Archery and Falconry, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 5UA

(Weekends and school holidays) 11am–4pm. Join the archers and falconers from The Hawking Centre and have-a-go at fulfilling your duty as an Englishman by practising your archery or flying a bird of prey for hunting or sport. Charges apply. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiam-castle

Sat 31 Mar

Springtime Studio, De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill, TN40 1DP

Lambs Galore and More, Spring Barn Farm, Lewes, BN7 3ND

11am–3pm. Celebrate the new season with an assortment of family friendly creative activities. Suitable for all ages. For more information visit www.dlwp.com

Join Baa-bara and friends for their super fun, interactive shows throughout the day. There will be so many cute arrivals for you to meet. Plus new for 2018 you can follow the Easter Trail around the nursery rhymes and so much more. For more information visit www.springfarm. com

Easter Craft Time!, Littlehampton Museum, BN17 5EW 2–4pm. Go along for the popular Easter arts and crafts session. Young visitors can pop in to enjoy free seasonal activities. Ages 5+. For more information visit www. littlehamptonmuseum.co.uk

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield, TN22 3QX

Easter Family Fun, Hastings Pier Charity, TN34 1JU

10am-4pm. Grab a map and head off into the garden to explore wildlife’s clever use of camouflage, tracking and secret codes. Complete the hunt and claim your Cadbury chocolate prize. Admission applies. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/sheffield-park-and-garden

Easter Holidays, British Airways i360, Brighton, BN1 2LN

Which Brighton landmarks you can spot from the pod and can you find out how many bolts hold the tower together? Pick up an activity sheet and complete the challenges during your visit. Over the Easter weekend children completing the challenges can win a chocolate egg. To buy tickets visit www.britishairwaysi360. com

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, Bateman’s, Burwash, TN19 7DS 10am-4pm. A nature-inspired ‘Birds and Bees’ hunt will lead you through the garden to seek out the clues to complete the puzzle and win a delicious Cadbury chocolate treat. Charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ batemans

(Also 2 Apr) 11am-3pm. As well as Easter crafts and trail you can add to a group automata as part of the eggcellent Automata on the Pier with Cabaret Mechanical Theatre. Make a mini moving chick in an egg to take away. Charges apply. For more information visit www.hastingspier. org.uk

Sat 31 Mar – Sun 1 Apr Easter Fun, Brighton Marina, BN2 5WA

11am-4pm. Go along to the Brighton Marina where the Easter Bunny will giving out eggs. For more information visit www.brightonmarina.co.uk

Sat 31 Mar – Mon 2 Apr Normans & Crusaders 2018, Arundel Castle, BN18 9AB

10am–4.30pm. A 12th century encampment is the setting for demonstrations of armour, combat, archery and falconry. Crafts include chain mail making, leather working, scribing and cooking. For more information visit www.arundelcastle. org

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, Devil’s Dyke, Brighton, BN1 8YJ 11am-3pm. Go along anytime to collect your quiz sheet and map. Find the plastic eggs around the Dyke

Your family diary for March, April and May to solve the clues. All participants receive a Cadbury chocolate. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/devils-dyke

Mon 2 Apr

Sat 31 Mar – Sun 15 Apr

10.45am–12noon. Bring your own hand decorated hard-boiled egg and try your luck at this Easter custom. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/devils-dyke

Easter Holidays Crafts and Trail, Redoubt Fortress & Military Museum, Eastbourne, BN22 7AQ 10am-5pm. The Easter Bunny has been to the fortress, find all the eggs hidden around the building and create spectacular spring crafts in the Easter Holidays. For more information visit www. eastbournemuseums.co.uk

Easter Egg Hunt, Hastings Museum and Art Gallery, TN34 1ET The return of our popular annual Easter Egg Hunt. Search for clues around the Museum to solve the puzzle and win a chocolate treat! A free event. For more information visit www.hmag.org.uk

April

Sun 1 Apr

Easter Bunny Hunt, Herstmonceux Castle, Hailsham, BN27 1RN Children can enjoy an Easter Bunny hunt around the beautiful grounds of the castle. Charges apply. For more information visit www. herstmonceux-castle.com

Eggcellent Easter Event, Out of Bounds, Angmering, BN16 4NB There will be fun inside and outside the centre, with an Adventure Golf Easter Egg Trail, appearances from Bounder and a word search competition! For more information and to book visit www.out-ofbounds.co.uk

The Big Stanmer Easter Egg Hunt, Proud Country House, Brighton, BN1 9QA 2–4pm. Explore the house and gardens in search of six golden eggs, each with a letter that, when arranged as a word, gives you the special code word to open the Easter Egg Chest. Each child receives a chocolate egg. Pre-booking essential. For more information and to book visit www.stanmerhouse.co.uk

Easter Egg Rolling Competition, Devil’s Dyke, Brighton, BN1 8YJ

Tues 3 Apr

Spring Greens, Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 5TL 1-4pm. Drop in for springtime handson activities. Embroider a flower or make a herb bag. Plus still life painting and drawing in the garden, weather permitting. For more information call 01273 486 290 or visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

The Great Eggcase Hunt, Rye Harbour, TN31 7TX 10am-12noon. Go along to this Easter Egg Hunt with a difference. Look for mermaids’ purses – the egg cases of sharks, skates and rays and see what other treasures you can find washed up on the beach. Meet at Rye Harbour village car park. For more information visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Easter Fun with Ponies, Horsham and Mid Sussex Equestrian Academy, Hassocks, BN6 9DE (Also 5 Apr) Go along and spend time looking after the cute ponies this Easter. Have a riding lesson and take part in the Easter Egg Hunt and Easter Crafts. Charges apply. For more information and to book call 01273 832 989 or visit www.hmsea. co.uk

Basketball Fun, Force Community Basketball Club, Brighton Marina (Also 5, 10 and 12 Apr) Head down to Brighton Marina for some Easter holiday basketball fun. For more information and to book visit www. forcebasketball.co.uk

Tues 3 – Fri 6 Apr

Easter Holiday Tennis, Field Place, Worthing, BN13 1NP (Also 9-12 Apr) 10am-4pm. The course will give you the opportunity

Sun 1 - Mon 2 Apr

Easter Family Fun Weekend, Parham Park, RH20 4HS 10.30am-5pm. Enjoy a garden trail, face painting, craft activities, storytelling and the opportunity to meet the Easter Bunny, there will be lots of fun for the whole family. Charges apply. For more information visit www.parhaminsussex.co.uk

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to improve your tennis whilst having loads of fun. A great way to try out a fantastic sport. Drills/exercises/games designed to develop skills and allow children to enjoy playing. All levels. For more information and to book www.fieldplace.co.uk

Tues 3 – Fri 13 Apr

Signs of Spring Trail, Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters, East Dean, BN20 0AB 10am–3pm. Collect a trail map and quiz from the visitor centre and follow the clues to find the spring creatures hiding at Belle Tout. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/birling-gap-andthe-seven-sisters

Tues 3 – Sun 15 Apr

Nature Trail, Alfriston Clergy House, Polegate, BN26 5TL (Selected dates) 10.30am–5pm. Enjoy a nature-themed self-led family trail around the garden. Discover what birds and animals can be seen at the Clergy House. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/alfriston

Wed 4 Apr

Free Easter Fun, Meet PAWPatrol, Royal Victoria Place, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2SS Kids’ favourites Chase and Marshall will be appearing at alternating intervals throughout the day. Plus go along and dance to your favourite PAW Patrol songs and learn each characters moves with Pup Pup Boogie! For more information visit www.royalvictoriaplace.com

Astronaut Academy, The Observatory Science Centre, Hailsham, BN27 1RN 10.30am-1pm and 2pm-4.30pm. Go along and investigate how to be an astronaut with some exciting activities.You will discover the challenges that astronauts face when they travel to space, live in space and return home. Ages 6-8. For more information and to book visit www. the-observatory.org

Create your own Automata, Hastings Pier Charity, TN34 1JU (Also 7 and 14 Apr) 10.30am and 1pm. Inspired by the amazing Automata on the Pier with Cabaret Mechanical Theatre, use a special kit to design and make your own unique automata. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www. hastingspier.org.uk

PJ Masks Owlette & Catboy, Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS Owlette and Catboy will be saving the day with their debut appearance at Drusillas Park. The heroic pair will be appearing in the Events Arena at intervals throughout the day. For more information visit www.drusillas. co.uk

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Storytelling for Families, Borde Hill Garden Haywards Heath, RH16 1XP (Also 14 Apr) 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm. Take the family and share creative time inspired by stories from around the world. For more information visit www.bordehill.co.uk

Minibeast Hunt, Rye Harbour, TN31 7TX Take a closer look at some of the smaller creatures that live on the nature reserve with the resident expert. Ages 4-12. Meet at Rye harbour village car park. For more information and to book visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Wed 4 – Fri 13 Apr

Fossil Hunters!! Littlehampton Museum, BN17 5EW (Selected dates) These popular fossil walks on West Beach are aimed at anybody who is fanatical about fossils. Booking essential. Ages 5+. For times and more information visit www. littlehamptonmuseum.co.uk

Thurs 5 Apr

Knights and Dragons, Lewes Castle, BN7 1YE 10.30am and 2pm. Go along for some holiday fun about castle knights, armour to try on and lots of things to make, including a dragon mask and a castle tower. Charges apply. Ages 4-8. For bookings call 01273 486 290 and for more information visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

Make a Moving Toy – Kaleidoscope, Hastings Pier Charity, TN34 1JU 11am-3pm. Imagine, play and experiment with Automata on the Pier with Cabaret Mechanical Theatre. Together as a family select materials from the ‘junk box’ and bring them to life as a moving toy, a kaleidoscope. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.hastingspier.org.uk

Hello Kitty, Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS (Also 12 Apr and 30 May) Hello Kitty will return to her home at Drusillas where you can visit her in her beautiful themed house and have a souvenir photo taken with the cutest girl herself. Meet and greet opportunities will operate at intervals throughout the day. Charges apply. For more times and information visit www.drusillas.co.uk

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Brighton Fringe

sauna. Queens is the envy of many Brighton Hotels enjoying fabulous views across the beach and the iconic Brighton Pier. It’s a hotel with easy access to the seafront and the Lanes where you’ll find Brighton’s best bars, cafés, restaurants and shops and of course it’s convenient for so many of the shows and events in the Fringe. Find out more at www.queenshotelbrighton.com.

The Brighton Fringe is back this year and it’s looking better than ever before. Running from 4 May to 3 June, the Fringe is a perfect opportunity to take the family to see a range of different shows. Opening with fireworks at the Warren on 3 May, this year’s line-up is jam packed with a range of weird and wonderful acts. From discos to pirates, to the circus to sing-alongs, there’s something for everyone at the Brighton Fringe. With so much to see and do, the Brighton Fringe is a great time to see good value, quality shows. The Fringe website is perfect for discovering what show you would like to see, with descriptions and images of all shows as well as age guides and maps of the areas. Plus there are some great ticket offers, so head to the website to book your tickets now at www.brightonfringe.org.

Sourpuss at The Komedia Sourpuss is a very grumpy cat. Will his adventures in the garden change him? This brand new production incorporates puppetry, original music and stunning design. Watch Sourpuss, with puppeteer Lori Hopkins, on his journey of discovery and enjoy learning the secrets of the great outdoors at the Komedia from 26 to 28 May. To find out more about the show, visit www.lorihopkins.co.uk or www. komedia.co.uk/brighton.

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Win an Amazing Brighton Fringe Package for Your Family Here at Primary Times we are celebrating another year as the Family Friendly Media Partner of Brighton Fringe and what better way to celebrate than a fantastic competition for our readers. Brighton Fringe is the largest Arts Festival in England, full of a huge variety of fun and quirky events and shows for the whole family to enjoy. It takes place in many venues across Brighton from 4 May to 3 June. We have an incredible prize for the lucky winner. You and your family will win a mini break in Brighton during the May half term. This will include a night's stay [28 May] in a family suite at the Queens Hotel Brighton, considered one of the best Hotels in Brighton. Breakfast and access to the swimming pool, gym and sauna are included. [www. queenshotelbrighton. com] The prize also includes lunch for four at Red Roaster, a modern, botanical, tranquil space serving brunch and lunch under the direction of Michelin chef, Matt Gillan. It’s at the bottom of St James Street, very convenient for the Spiegeltent area. Lunch is available until 5pm and will be a real treat. On top of all this we are giving away a family ticket [up to 2 adults and 2 children] on 28 May to see Sourpuss at The Komedia Studio - a lovely show with puppeteer Lori Hopkins and Sourpuss, a very grumpy cat. 22

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JW Productions Ages 2+. Family www.brightonopenairtheatre. co.uk 30-31 May, 1-3 Jun Brighton Open Air Theatre (BOAT), BN3 6EH

Atalanta Who Ran Like The Wind S Lloyd-Winder Ages 4+. Storytelling www.sarahlloydwinderstoryteller. com 28-30 May Speakers Corner, BN2 1RJ

Amazing Bubble Man Louis Pearl All Ages. Family www.amazingbubbleman.com 19-20, 22-23, 31 May, 1–3 Jun Brighton Spiegeltent: BN1 1GY

Arr We There Yet? Head First Acrobats Ages 5+. Circus www.brightonspiegeltent.com 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-31 May, 1-3 Jun Brighton Spiegeltent: BN1 1GY

Three Brilliant Kids Shows in Brighton Spiegeltent

Christopher’s Caterpillars

The fun never stops at Brighton Fringe this year. Little ones will love Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall and Baby Cabaret filled with dance and singalongs, and the whole family will be blown away by Tony Roberts’ mind blowing magic. Why toddle when you can dance. Parents and under-5s are let loose on the dance floor in the friendliest of discos, Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall on 5, 12, 19, 26 May and 2 June at 11am. Created by DJ, producer and mum of two, Monski Mouse, get your disco-dancingbooties on to an eclectic selection of retro hits and funky nursery rhymes. Monski Mouse’s Baby Cabaret is at Brighton Fringe on 29, 30, 31 May and 1 June at 11am. Join Monski Mouse and friends: Richard Crawley, Amy Gwilliam and London cabaret superstar, Dusty Limits, for a live musical cabaret of nursery classics, originals, puppetry and fun for 0-5s and parents/carers. Go ready to sing-along and bring a cushion. Head to www.monskimouse.com for more info. Mind-blowing escapology and magical mayhem are unleashed by Covent Garden’s cheekiest and funniest street performer, Tony Roberts, in I’m a Magician Get Me Out of Here on 29 and 30 May at 3.15pm. The hilarious and charming Tony Roberts makes the impossible possible as, tied up in knots, he escapes and entertains in this show all about friendship, fun and following your dreams. For humans 8-80+, find out more at www.tonyroberts.com.au.

The Very Circusy Caterpillar

The world first met The Very Hungry Caterpillar in 1969 but The Very Circusy Caterpillar is a little cheekier, a lot more peckish and much more circusy! This fun and interactive show sees our ravenous friend take to the stage to juggle plums, hula-hoop fruit and tell a few silly stories that will have your little one in fits of giggles. It’s the perfect show for your child’s first experience of live performance and is sure to induce a little nostalgia for the adults.

Be Original! Crumble-tastic Productions Ages 6-11. Family www.lorrainebowen.co.uk 31 May, 1-3 Jun Marlborough Theatre, BN2 1RD

Better Together Acá Theatre Ages 4+. Clown www.acaclowns.com 6-7 May The Warren: The Hat, BN1 4GU

Baby Loves Disco’s Beach Beats Baby Loves Disco UK Ages 0-6. Family www.babylovesdisco.co.uk 13, 20 May Tempest Inn, BN1 1NB

Captain Cauliflower and Marvin the Mischievous Moose Mad Etiquette Ages 3+. Clown www.madetiquette.com 4-7, 19-20 May The Warren: The Blockhouse, BN1 4GU

Children’s Concert Sussex Symphony Orchestra Ages 3+. Family www.ssomusic.co.uk 20 May All Saints Church, BN3 3QE

Chores Cluster Arts Pty Ltd Ages 2+. Family www.clusterarts.com 11-13, 19-20 May The Warren: The Hat, BN1 4GU

BRILLIANT FAMILY SHOWS AT BRIGHTON SPIEGELTENT

MONSKI MOUSE’S BABY DISCO DANCE HALL

0-5 YRS

FI VE SHOWS: 5, 12, 19, 26 MAY & 2 JUNE 11AM

MONSKI MOUSE’S BABY CABARET

TWO SHOWS: 29 & 30 MAY 3PM BOOKINGS: WWW. B R I G H TO N F R I N G E .O RG

Comedy Club 4 Kids Comedy Club 4 Kids Ltd Ages 6+. Stand Up www.comedyclub4kids.co.uk 12 May Komedia Main Space, BN1 1UN

Crabby: A Snappy Little Tale of Grumpy Feelings and What To Do About Them Collar & Cuffs Co. All Ages. Family www.juliacollar.com 10-13 May and 3 Jun The Warren: The Burrow, BN1 4GU

Cultureground @ B.fest B.Fest / Brighton Youth Centre Ages 8+. Art www.b-fest.org.uk 29-31 May, 1-2 Jun Brighton Youth Centre, BN2 0JR

A Dog Called Snoop-Beard (and the Curse of the Seasick Parrot) The Purple Teapot Puppet Company Ages 3-10. Family www.purpleteapot.co.uk 28 May, 2-3 Jun The Brunswick, BN3 1JF

Doktor James’ Bad Skemes The Giggle Goose / Sweet Productions Ages 5+. Funny www.doktorjames.com 26–31 May, 1-3 Jun Sweet Werks 2, BN1 1AL

The Elves & The Shoemaker

0-5 YRS

Above Bounds Theatre Ages 3-6. Family www.abovebounds.co.uk 1-2 Jun The Warren: The Burrow, BN1 4GU

The Fairy Prince

FOUR SHOWS: 29, 30, 31 MAY & 1 JUNE 11AM

TONY ROBERTS: I’M A MAGICAN GET ME OUT OF HERE

Topsy Turvy Theatre Ages 2-7. Family www.topsyturvytheatre.co.uk 5-7 May The Warren: The Hat, BN1 4GU

8-80+ YRS

Fairy Dust Productions Ages 0-7. Family www.twitter.com/fairydust_ tweet 27 May Purple Playhouse Theatre, BN3 6EP

The Fairy Tale Fair: Craft & Design Fair The Fairy Tale Fair Ages 3+. Craft www.thefairytalefair.co.uk 12 May Brighton Open Market, BN1 4JU

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Brighton Fringe

Adventures of Robin Hood

Brighton Fringe

Fringe City Family Picnic Brighton Fringe All ages. Outdoors www.brightonfringe.org 5, 26 May Royal Pavilion Gardens, BN1 1UG

From Bears to Books and Beyond Brighton Toy and Model Museum Ages 7+. Family www.brightontoymuseum.co.uk 20 May Brighton Toy and Model Museum, BN1 4EB

From One Heart to Another The Theatre Shed Ages 10+. Storytelling www.brightonopenairtheatre. co.uk 6 May Brighton Open Air Theatre (BOAT), BN3 6EH

The Gingerbread Man Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company Ages 3+. Puppetry www.aloadofstuffandnonsense. co.uk 25-27 May The Warren: The Hat, BN1 4GU

Huggers Nik Coppin Productions All Ages. Family www.huggerskidsshow.com 5-7, 12-13, 19-20, 26-31 May, 1-3 Jun Laughing Horse @ The Quadrant, BN1 3GJ

Jane Hissey’s Teddy Bear’s Picnic Brighton Toy and Model Museum Ages 3-7. Family www.brightontoymuseum.co.uk 6 May Brighton Toy and Model Museum, BN1 4EB

Junior Jungle Rave Junior Jungle Party Ages 2+. Family www.juniorjungleparty.com 1 Jun Brighton Spiegeltent, BN1 1GY

Having first appeared at the Adelaide Fringe Festival in 2011, Happy Haps Productions has taken the show on tour to some of Australia’s most diverse and remote festivals. In 2018 it returned to the Adelaide Fringe and received rave reviews. Broadway Baby said, “The Very Circusy Caterpillar is a show aimed directly and oh so successfully at the little ones.” while the Adelaide Advertiser commented, ‘“I couldn’t do that” gasps one four-year-old, as his jaw drops, eyes wide. But the best trick is the flying finale, from the beautiful butterfly.’ The Very Circusy Caterpillar is sure to entertain and delight. Photo credit: Jo Duck

Christopher’s Caterpillars

Christopher Nibble and his best friend Posie have been busy growing plants and food in their garden whilst taking care of their six hairy pet caterpillars. But when their crawly comrades disappear without a trace the gardening guinea pigs swap their trowels for magnifying glasses and turn detective. Will Christopher and Posie crack the case and bring their caterpillars home to Dandeville or have they vanished forever? Based on the book by Charlotte Middleton and adapted for the stage especially for children aged 2-7, Christopher’s Caterpillars is a bright and beautiful tale of minibeasts and mystery. With puppets, colourful sets and original songs, The Topsy Turvy Theatre show will be fun for the whole family. It runs at The Warren: The Hat in St Peter’s Church on Saturday 5 May at 2.30pm and Sunday 6 and Monday 7 May at 10.30am. Call the Box Office on 01273 987 516 or visit www.topsyturvytheatre.co.uk to book.

Miraculous Magic at the Purple Playhouse

If you mix stunning magic, baffling illusions, cheeky comedy with a young, energetic, enthusiastic magician what do you get? Miraculous Magic is a brand new magical experience for children and is guaranteed to create laughs and gasps. Top Magician Danny Lee Grew has performed his unique and exciting magic for over 250,000 people worldwide. In Miraculous Magic, Danny will turn audience members into princesses and challenge you to guess what is in his sandwich. Mr Ted the magical teddy bear makes a special appearance and you will definitely be amazed when Danny performs the World Famous Glass and Bottle Magic Trick. Miraculous Magic is targeted for children aged 5 and over. There are moments where the adults will laugh out loud and enjoy the show just as much, just like a pantomime. Miraculous Magic is at the Purple Playhouse Theatre in Hove on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 May, at 1pm and 2.45pm each day. General tickets cost just £6, book them through the theatre at www.purpleplayhousetheatre. com or on Danny’s website, www.dannyleegrew.com.

Kids Disco: My Mini Disco

Little Wing Banyan Tree Theatre Group Ages 2+. Puppetry www.facebook.com/ banyantreetheatregroup 19-20 May The Warren: The Hat, BN1 4GU

Margo & Mr Whatsit PaddleBoat Theatre CIC Ages 3+. Family www.paddleboattheatre.co.uk 30-31 May, 1-2 Jun The Warren: The Hat, BN1 4GU

The Midnight Gang Heartbreak Productions Ages 7+. Family www.brightonopenairtheatre. co.uk 19-20 May Brighton Open Air Theatre (BOAT), BN3 6EH

Miraculous Magic with Danny Lee Grew Danny Lee Grew Ages 5+. Magic www.dannyleegrew.com 12-13 May Purple Playhouse Theatre, BN3 6EP

Monski Mouse’s Baby Cabaret Monski Mouse Media Ages 0-5. Live Music www.monskimouse.com 29-31 May, 1 Jun Brighton Spiegeltent, BN1 1GY

Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall

My Mini Disco Ages 0-10. Family www.myminidisco.co.uk 7, 28 May Brighton Spiegeltent, BN1 1GY

Monski Mouse Media Ages 0-5. Family www.monskimouse.com 5, 12, 19, 26 May, 2 Jun Brighton Spiegeltent, BN1 1GY

Let’s Build A Planet!

Mr Dilly’s World of Wonder

The Incredible Rebel All-Stars Ages 3+. Funny www.iamsamquinn.com 5, 12, 19, 26 May Brighton Spiegeltent: Bosco, BN1 1GY 24

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Mr Dilly’s World of Wonder Ages 5+. Storytelling www.mrdillysworldofwonder. com 28-31 May, 1 Jun The Warren: The Hat, BN1 4GU

Story Corner

Mr Pineapple Head Ages 3+. Clown www.mrpineapplehead.co.uk 6, 12-13, 19 May The Brunswick, BN3 1JF

Otherplace Productions Ltd Ages 2-4. Family www.otherplacebrighton.co.uk 4-31 May, 1-3 Jun The Warren: The Den, BN1 4GU

Nutty Noah: You Might Die! Nutty Noah Ages 5+. Funny www.nuttynoah.com 27-28 May Komedia Studio, BN1 1UN

Oliver Jeffers’ Lost and Found Little Blue Monster Productions Ages 3+. Puppetry www.littlebluemonster.co.uk 2-3 Jun The Warren: The Hat, BN1 4GU

Oskar’s Amazing Adventure Theatre Fideri Fidera Ages 2-8. Storytelling www.theatre-fideri-fidera.com 20 May Komedia Main Space, BN1 1UN

The Owl and the Pussycat

Kitchen Zoo Ages 3-7. Family www.facebook.com/kitchenzoo 12-13 May The Warren: The Blockhouse, BN1 4GU

Science Magic

Donal Vaughan Entertainment Ages 5+. Science www.brightonfringefest.co.uk 26-31 May, 1-3 Jun Laughing Horse @ The Quadrant, BN1 3GJ

StoryBox Unleashed

Collar & Cuffs

Brighton Fringe is always great for family-friendly theatre. After their terrific success last year with ‘Little Meerkat’s Big Panic’, based on the book by Jane Evans and all about handling anxiety, award-winning multi-sensory musical theatre company Collar & Cuffs are back again in 2018. This time they’re premiering two new original shows, developed at the request of audiences around the UK who enjoyed the company’s debut production and wanted more! Suitable for babies and children and fully inclusive for complex needs, choose from a seaside adventure exploring tantrums and quarrels with ‘Crabby’ or space-themed show ‘You, the Loo, and Nappy-Nappy Noos’ which is designed to support children and their families through potty training and managing toiletrelated worries. Each show includes sensory play opportunities using low cost resources that support children’s healthy brain and body development. Expect Makaton signing, fabulous live vocals and huge amounts of warmth, charm and energy. Following the Fringe, both shows are available to visit Early Years settings and schools as well as festivals, theatres, and conferences. Collar & Cuffs Co are sisters Julia and Ellie. Julia is a therapeutic performing arts specialist and Ellie is an early years SEND consultant. For more information visit www.collarandcuffs.org

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SESKA Ages 5+. Magic www.thecomedycats.com 6, 13, 20, 31 May, 1-3 Jun Sweet Werks 1, BN1 1AL

Signor Baffo OH! Productions Ages 4+. Clown www.signorbaffo.com 12-13 May The Warren: The Hat, BN1 4GU

Singing Hands Summer Spectacular Singing Hands All Ages. Family www.singinghands.co.uk 7 May Brighton Spiegeltent, BN1 1GY

StoryBox Ages 3-9. Storytelling www.facebook.com/ gladragscostumes 30-31 May, 1-2 Jun St Mary Magdalen School Playground, BN1 3EF

Brighton Fringe

Mr Pineapple Head

The Tale of The Cockatrice Mumblecrust Theatre Ages 5+. Puppetry www.mumblecrust.com 29-31 May, 1-3 Jun The Warren: The Blockhouse, BN1 4GU

The Tim Bat Trick Show Tim Bat Ages 4+. Funny www.timbat.co.uk 6, 13, 20 May Brighton Spiegeltent: Bosco, BN1 1GY

Tony Roberts: I’m a Magician Get Me Out of Here Monski Mouse Media Ages 8+. Magic www.tonyroberts.com.au 29-30 May Brighton Spiegeltent, BN1 1GY

TotRockinBeats Old-School Block Party TotRockinBeats CIC All Ages. Family www.totrockinbeats.com 13 May Brighton Open Air Theatre (BOAT), BN3 6EH

Twinkle Twinkle TouchedTheatre Ages 1-3. Puppetry www.touchedtheatre.co.uk 4-7 May The Warren: The Blockhouse, BN1 4GU

The Very Circusy Caterpillar Happy Haps Productions Ages 0-9. Circus www.happyhapsproductions. com 27-30 May Brighton Spiegeltent: Bosco, BN1 1GY

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Sour Puss Lori Hopkins Ages 3-8. Puppetry www.lorihopkins.co.uk 26-28 May Komedia Studio, BN1 1UN

SpiegelCircus Brighton Spiegeltent All Ages. Circus www.brightonspiegeltent.com 29-31 May, 1-2 Jun Brighton Spiegeltent, BN1 1GY

You, The Loo, and NappyNappy Noos Exploring Tantrums & Quarrels

Exploring Potty Training, & the mysterious Bathroom

May 10/11/12/13 & June 3

May 18/19/20 & June 3

www.brightonfringe.org Multi-sensory & inclusive musical theatre for families May 2018

Collar & Cuffs Co. Ages 2+. Family www.juliacollar.com 18-20 May, 3 Jun The Warren: The Burrow, BN1 4GU

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April Earth & Beyond Twilight, The Observatory Science Centre, Hailsham, BN27 1RN 2-8pm. Take a look beyond Earth at the fascinating night sky through a giant telescope.You will be carrying out some fascinating experiments learning about volcanoes, earthquakes, icebergs and much more. Booking essential. Ages 9-11. For more information and to book visit www.the-observatory.org

Fri 6 Apr

Easter Eggstravaganza Race Day, Fontwell Park, Fontwell, BN18 0SX A day of racing and Easter activities sure to entertain the young ones, including the popular Easter Egg Hunt, bouncy castles, face painting and petting zoo. For times and more information visit www.fontwellpark. co.uk

Sat 7 Apr

Art Saturday with Woody, Brighton Dome, BN1 1UE 10.30am-12noon ages 5-7, 1.30-3pm ages 8-10. Join illustrator Woody for art workshop fun. Woody sets the scene and shares her drawing, collage, creating characters and making art stories know-how. Take along your imagination and leave with your own art project. To book visit www. brightondome.org

Put Yourself in the Picture, Phoenix Brighton, BN2 9NB 11am-1pm and 2-4pm. Enjoy working as a family to explore different materials in these relaxed, fun workshops with Phoenix artists. All you need is your imagination and a willingness to get stuck in. Free, drop-in session. Ages 5-14. For more information visit www. phoenixbrighton.org

Wildlife Watch, Rye Harbour, TN31 7TX 10am-12.30pm. Find out more about the natural world and the special wildlife. Explore the reserve, play games, craft activities and learn how to help wildlife thrive. Meet at Rye Harbour village car park. Booking essential. For more information and to book visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

The Americas Zone, Tilgate Nature Centre, Crawley, RH10 5PQ Go and visit the amazing creatures from North and South America including a flock of macaws, the world’s largest rodent, the capybara, odd looking axolotls and the alpacas. For more information visit www. tilgatenaturecentre.co.uk

Sat 7 Apr – Sun 13 May Bluebell Walk, Arlington Bluebell Walk and Farm Trail, Polegate, BN26 6SH

10am-5pm. Breathe in the scents and sights of spring. Children can complete a quiz sheet when walking in the wood looking at white wood anemones and bluebells.You can also see the cows being milked between 3-5pm. Charges apply. For information visit www.bluebellwalk. co.uk

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10.30am-12.30pm.The morning will begin with a mixture of games and activities to hone bird spotting and identification skills and then head out onto the reserve to put them to the test! Booking essential. Charges apply. To book call 01798 875 851 and for more information visit www.rspb.org

Mon 9 Apr

Morning Explorer: Dragons, Lewes Castle, BN7 1YE 10–11am. Morning Explorers is for families with additional needs. The morning includes a story with tactile objects, a chance to try spinning on a wheel, garden games and audio described tours. Charges apply. For more information visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

Sun 8 Apr

Tues 10 Apr

Put your wellies on and join the Rain Master to make your own rain collection gauge and join in the Wicked Weather acting workshops. For more information visit www. churchillsquare.com

1–4pm. Drop in this afternoon and listen to the tale of Rumpelstiltskin, tell your own fairy tales and have a go at spinning wool. For more information call 01273 486 290 or visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

April Showers, Churchill Square, Brighton, BN1 2RU

Look-Think-Make Family Session, De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill, TN40 1DP 2-4pm. Drop in to explore the exhibitions, and test ideas and materials through fun, making activities supported by the friendly gallery staff and volunteers. All ages. Small charge applies. For more information visit www.dlwp.com

The Northern Lights, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP (Also 20 Apr 7.30pm) 3.30pm. Understand how eruptions on the Sun cause displays of the Northern Lights, and how these are visible from the ground. Ages 6+. Book on 01243 774 400. For information visit www. southdowns.org.uk

Wild Families - Brilliant Birds, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL

Put Yourself in the Picture, Phoenix Gallery, Brighton, BN2 9NB 11am and 2pm. Inspired by the Rockets curated exhibition we explore putting yourself in the picture. This is a free event. For more information visit www. phoenixbrighton.org

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Spinning Yarns, Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA

Make Your Mark, Hastings Museum, and Art Gallery, TN34 1ET Enjoy a print-themed family activity day with arts Ed Boxall, helping you make and print your own masterpiece. For more information visit www.hmag.org.uk

Explore the Moon, The Observatory Science Centre, Hailsham, BN27 1RN 10.30am and 2pm. Go and find out why the moon looks like a face and why does it change from night to night through fun interactive activities. Make your own Moon model and create some messy craters. Charges apply. Ages 6-8. For more information and to book visit www.the-observatory.org

Peppa Pig & George, Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS Join in the excitement and snorts of laughter as the lovable Peppa Pig embarks on a Drusillas Park adventure, with her brother George. The cheeky pair will be making appearances at various intervals throughout the day. For more information please telephone 01323 874 100 or visit www.drusillas.co.uk

Wed 11 Apr

Go Wild in the Woods, Tilgate Park, Crawley, RH10 5PQ 10.30am-3pm. Follow the badger trail from the walled garden café. On arrival in the woods, you might practise some fire-lighting, make

a den, hunt some bugs, use tools to make something from natural materials, or toast a marshmallow. For more information visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Zine Making with Cult Milk, Ditchling Museum, BN6 8SP Create a fun and personalised zine full of your own drawings and ideas based around the museum’s exhibitions. Learn how to make this tiny magazine from folding just one piece of A4 paper. Charges apply. Ages 7+. For more information and to book visit www. ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org.uk

Rockpool Ramble, Pett Level Road, TN35 4EH 2.30-3.30pm. Find out more about our wonderful marine life with an exploration of the rock pools at low tide. Please wear wellies or sturdy shoes suitable for paddling in the water. Meet by Smuggler Inn. Ages 4-12. Booking essential. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Peter Rabbit Story Time, Royal Victoria Place, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2SS 11am-3pm. Go along to celebrate the release of his latest film, Peter Rabbit will be hoping along to Royal Victoria Place for some free Easter fun. Plus join the Peter Rabbit Treasure Trail on the day and every completed entry will receive an official certificate. For more information visit www. royalvictoriaplace.com

Chase and Marshall from PAW Patrol, Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS Get ready for action as two of PAW Patrol’s finest recruits, Chase and Marshall, return to Drusillas Park. The heroic pups will be appearing in the Events Arena at intervals throughout the day.You’d be barking mad to miss it! For more information please telephone 01323 874 100 or visit the website at www.drusillas.co.uk

Smart Systems, The Observatory Science Centre, Hailsham, BN27 1RN 10.30am and 2pm. Ever wondered how you could do stuff quicker and easier? Want to get your chores done fast? Try these fascinating games and find out how never to waste time again. Ages 9-11. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.the-observatory.org

Thurs 12 Apr

Make a Moving Toy - Climbing Monkey, Hastings Pier Charity, TN34 1JU 11am-3pm. Imagine, play and experiment with Automata on the Pier with Cabaret Mechanical Theatre. Together as a family select materials from the ‘junk box’ and bring them to life as a moving toy. Charges apply. For more information visit and to book visit www. hastingspier.org.uk

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When do monkeys fall from the sky? During Ape-ril Showers!

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What do you call a rabbit with fleas? Bugs Bunny!

Why is everyone so tired on 1 April? Because they’v e just finished a long 31 day March!

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April

High Fliers, The Observatory Science Centre, Hailsham, BN27 1RN 10.30am and 2pm. Investigate the fascinating world of flight and make some things that fly.You will be making and firing a spectacular water rocket. Ages 6-8. For more information and to book visit www. the-observatory.org

Dinosaurs and Dragons, Lewes Castle, BN7 1YE 10.30am and 2pm. Go along for some creative fun with clay. Handle a real dinosaur bone and make clay dinosaur footprints or scary dragons to take home. Ages 4-8. Charges apply. Booking essential. For bookings call 01273 486 290 and for more information visit www.sussexpast. co.uk

Collect and Create - Clay Creatures, Rye Harbour, TN31 7TX 10am-12noon. Collect natural materials on a walk through the reserve to make a clay creature for you to take home. Booking essential. For more information and to book visit www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Fri 13 – Sun 15 Apr

Brighton Marathon Weekend 2018, Various Locations An exciting three-day running event in one of Britain’s most cosmopolitan cities, comprising The Cancer Research UK Kids & Teens Mini Mile Races on the Saturday, the BM10k and Brighton Marathon races on the Sunday and the Event Village on Brighton beach, which is open Friday-Sunday. To register and for more information visit www. brightonmarathonweekend.co.uk

Family Open Day, Horsham and Mid Sussex Equestrian Academy, Hassocks, BN6 9DE Go along to this Family Open Day, have lots of fun with pony rides and crafts. For more information and to book call 01273 832 989 or visit www.hmsea.co.uk

Mon 16 Apr – Sun 20 May

Birds and Bees Nature Trail, Batemans, Burwash, TN19 7DS 10am–4pm. Pick up one of the ‘Birds and Bees’ trail leaflets from visitor reception and explore the beauty of the garden. Track down all the clues and claim your prize at the end. Charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ batemans

Tues 17 Apr

Garden Tour, Alfriston Clergy House, Polegate, BN26 5TL 11.30–12.30pm. A special opportunity to learn about the idyllic garden at Alfriston Clergy House which was laid out in the 1920s. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ alfriston

Sat 21 Apr

Meet the Artist, Hove Museum and Art Gallery, BN3 4AB 2-3.30pm. Aliens, Zombies and Monsters creator Aaron Blecha leads this fun drawing workshop. Try out your monster making skills, chat to Aaron about his work and pick up tips on creating characters and bringing them to life. Ages 8-16. For more information and to book visit brightonmuseums.org.uk/brighton

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Displays and demonstrations of traditional work including; hurdle making, traditional baking, carpenter’s workshop and more. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/devils-dyke

Mon 23 Apr – Fri 4 May Sustrans Big Pedal, Nationwide

On each day, schools compete to see who can get as many of their pupils, staff and parents cycling or scooting to school.Your school’s best five days will determine your final position, but you can log journeys on all ten days if you wish. For more information visit www.bigpedal.org.uk

Sat 28 Apr

Stargazing, Raystede Animal Welfare Centre, Ringmer, BN8 5AJ 7.30pm. Learn more about what’s in our night skies. The Seven Sisters & East Sussex Astronomical Societies will be running this evening and will be armed with telescopes. They have reported that the moon, Jupiter and Venus should be visible on the night. All monies raised will go towards helping the animals in their care. For more information visit www. raystede.org

May

Sun 22 Apr

Sat 14 Apr

11am-1pm. Discover a magnificent bluebell display, off the beaten track, on a Ranger-led guided walk through the glorious spring woodlands of Nore Hill.

2pm–4pm. See if you can find all the weird and wonderful creatures. Whether it’s a colourful starfish, tiny crabs, stuck-fast limpets or even some jellyfish - you could discover a whole new world out there. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/birling-gap-andthe-seven-sisters

Saddlescombe Farm Open Day, Devil’s Dyke, Brighton, BN1 8YJ

10.30am–12.30pm. Learn about the beautiful locality of the Clergy House set within the South Downs and stunning Cuckmere valley led by our nature expert. Booking essential. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/alfriston

Rockpool Rangers, Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters, East Dean, BN20 0AB

Love your Museum, Brighton Museum, BN1 1EE 10am-5pm. Celebrate Brighton Museum with discovery trails, behind-the-scenes secrets, popup talks and much more. Free admission. For more information visit brightonmuseums.org.uk/brighton

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10.30am-4pm. Tours of the 17th century buildings, the surrounding downs and the walled garden.

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Sat 5 – Mon 7 May

Bubbletastic Weekend, The Observatory Science Centre, Hailsham, BN27 1RN Create the most spectacular bubbles, find out what it is like to stand in a bubble, try to make the biggest bubble you can and even see if you can make a square bubble - is that really possible? For more information visit www.the-observatory.org

Nightingale Festival, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL 10am–4pm. Drop in anytime and listen to the nightingales sing and experience this wonder of nature. Charges apply. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk

Wildlife Watch, Rye Harbour, TN31 7TX 10am-1pm. Find out more about the natural world and the special wildlife. Explore the reserve, play games, craft activities and learn how to help wildlife thrive. Meet at Rye Harbour village car park. Booking essential. For more information and to book visit www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Sat 5 May – Sun 30 Sep

Incredible Inventions Trail, Petworth House and Gardens, GU28 0AE 10am-5pm. Follow in the footsteps of Elizabeth I live and become an inventor extraordinaire. Using clues around the Pleasure Grounds create an ingenious tool and claim your prize. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/petworth

Sun 6 May

Wed 2 May

Manors, Meanders and Majesty, Alfriston Clergy House, Polegate, BN26 5TL

Secret Bluebells, Slindon Estate, BN18 0RG

and more expected to display on Eastbourne’s Western Lawns and Wish Tower Slopes with live music entertainment in tow throughout the weekend. For more information visit www.magnificentmotors.co.uk

Sat 5 May

Opening Saturday, Goodwood, Chichester, PO18 0PX Spring into the start of the horseracing season with this Opening Saturday Raceday. It’s a chance to celebrate the opening day of the ‘sport of kings’ with some thrilling racing at the world’s most beautiful racecourse. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. goodwood.com

Sat 5 – Sun 6 May

Magnificent Motors, Western Lawns, Eastbourne, With more than 600 vintage and classic cars, motorbikes, buses,

Classic Motorcycles Day, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT Beautifully maintained motorcycles will cruise their way into the Museum to showcase their history and style. A real treat for all bike fans. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

Self Esteem, Churchill Square, Brighton, BN1 2RU ‘You are amazing’ is the theme for May. With so many amazing children out there, pop along early so we can fit you all in! Learn how to make personalised flags and join our professional wellbeing coach for interactive self-esteem workshops. For more information visit www. churchillsquare.com

Sun 6 – Mon 7 May

SEAS Spring Live! South of England Showground, Ardingly, RH17 6TL 9am-5pm. Take the family to celebrate the great outdoors. Meet live reptiles,

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The Big Cat Sanctuary in Smarden, Kent is a conservation centre for some of the rarest of the world’s big cats. The centre houses around fifty big cats including tigers, lions, leopards and cheetahs. The Sanctuary open their doors to the public for just four days each year to give people the chance to see the cats and find out about their conservation and education work at the centre and around the world. This year’s open days run from 26 to 29 July and there will be a real festival atmosphere with face painting, BBQ, falconry display, bouncy castle, arts and crafts and stalls. Entry costs from £19.80 per person with under 3s free. You have to book in advance on www. thebigcatsanctuary.org so visit the website today.

To celebrate, we’re giving away a Big Cat Encounter, which is a tour of all the cats with a hand feed,* for one person and 3 guests either on a weekday or at a weekend. For your chance to win, unscramble this anagram Engi Trab Ton Cuce Send your answer, name, age, address, school and telephone number to Big Cat Sanctuary Competition, Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London SE12 8LG or email your answer and details to competitions@primarytimes.biz with ‘Wildlife Heritage Foundation’ as the subject by Friday 27 April 2018. *age restriction - no hand feeds for under 16s

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May alpacas and donkeys. Learn foraging. There will be maypole dancing and workshops, mini monster trucks and vintage fairground. For more information visit www.seas.org.uk

Mon 7 May

Mosaic Mayhem! Fishbourne Roman Palace, Chichester, PO19 3QR 11am–4pm. Go along to find out about mosaics, how they are designed and made, and try mosaic making for yourself.Younger visitors will get a chance to make edible mosaics using sweet treats and to dress in Roman costume. Charges apply. For more information visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Plaistow Maypole Fete, Plaistow Village Green, RH14 0PX 12-4pm. Traditional fete in aid of Plaistow Pre-School with BBQ, bar, dog show, pony rides, children’s entertainment, stalls, grand raffle and much more. For more information call 01403 871 329 or email plaistowps.committee@gmail.com

Ancient Craft Festival, Michelham Priory, Halisham, BN27 3QS 10.30am–5pm. Showcasing a range of craft techniques throughout the centuries. Try your hand at making a prehistoric pot, have ago at the earliest craft of all – flint knapping, try using a reconstruction Iron age loom and more. For more information visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Seven Wonders of the Solar System, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 9SD 3.30pm.Visit the planetarium for a flight of fancy to explore our planetary neighbours. Fasten your seat belts for the trip of a lifetime... Ages 6+. Charges apply. To book and for more information visit www. southdowns.org.uk

Skye and Rubble from PAW Patrol, Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS Get ready for action as two of PAW Patrol’s finest recruits, Skye and Rubble, return to Drusillas Park. The heroic pups will be appearing in the Events Arena at intervals throughout the day. For more information please telephone 01323 874 100 or visit www.drusillas.co.uk

tick off number 40 of their 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾ by taking part in this night time nature walk. Booking essential. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/sheffield-park-and-garden

Fri 11 May

Planet Hunt! The Search for Worlds Like Earth, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 9SD 3.30pm. Find out about the very discoveries and the exciting possibilities for the existence of Earth-like worlds beyond our Solar System. Ages 6+. Charges apply. To book and for more information visit www.southdowns.org.uk

Sat 12 May

Family Activity, Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, PO19 1TJ 10.30am-12.30pm. Join in for a family drop-in activity in the Studio. Taking inspiration from Damien Hirst, Sheila Bownas and Pop Art, you’ll be creating motifs with mixed media to place on a large scale backdrop. A free event. For more information visit www.pallant.org.uk

Minis at the Quarry, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT The event is open to Minis of all types from the earliest Sevens through to the final Sportspacks and everything in between. Go along to discover the Mini scene, a great day out for families. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

Me and My Dad, Brighton Dome, BN1 1UE Go along and get creative with the award-winning animator, and brilliant author, Robin Shaw. Get drawing Dads, Step-Dads, Uncles or loving parental figures, and think about spotting the extraordinary in the ordinary in this fun-filled interactive workshop. For more information visit www.brightonfestival.org

Sat 12 – Sun 13 May

National Mills Weekend, Michelham Priory, Halisham, Bn27 3QS 12 noon–3pm. Go along to see our working watermill (subject to water

Thurs 10 May

Bat Walk, Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield, TN22 3QX 8-9.30pm. Join in for a guided bat walk around the estate starting with a short talk about tracking, recording and identifying bats. Children can

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levels) and get a real sense of what it was like to work in a mill. Plenty of fun with children’s activities in the barn both days. For more information visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Horsham English Festival, Horsham Town Centre Go along to two magical days of traditional English dance, music, classic vehicles, traditional food, drink and entertainment. Broadwood Day of Dance fills the town with a riot of colour, movement and sound as Morris dancers perform to the delight of the crowds. For more information visit www. foodrockssouth.co.uk

Just So Weekend, Batemans, Burwash, TN19 7DS 11am–4pm. This weekend Batemans are teaming up with Macmillan for a weekend centred on Kipling’s ‘Just So’ stories. They’ll have garden games, face painting and colouring in sheets. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/batemans

Sun 13 May

Commercial Vehicles, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT This event will host a display of interesting and historic commercial vehicles from before and after the Second World War. Also enjoy the steam days with the resident steam trains riding around the site. For more information visit www. amberleymuseum.co.uk

20th Anniversary Duck Race, Storrington Village, RH20 4PA First race from 12.30pm. Go along to this fun day out to race ducks and to raise money for the Friends of Storrington Primary School. There will be fun fair rides, face painting. Craft stalls, music, and more. For more information contact 07850 523 615.

Springtime Stars and Galaxies, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 9SD Go and explore this cosmic ‘zoo’ dwarf galaxies, giant galaxies, weird galaxies, and some with supermassive black holes at their hearts. Ages 6+. Charges apply. To book and for more information visit www.southdowns. org.uk

Tues 15 May

Garden Tour, Alfriston Clergy House, Polegate, BN26 5TL 11.30am–12.30pm. A special opportunity to learn about the idyllic

garden at Alfriston Clergy House which was laid out in the 1920s. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/alfriston

Wed 16 – Sat 19 May

Museums at Night, Various Locations A UK-wide festival which seeks to encourage visitors into museums, galleries and heritage sites by throwing their doors open after hours and putting on special evening events. For more information and to find an event near you visit www. museumsatnight.org.uk

Sat 19 – Sun 20 May

Home Front Weekend, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT Dress up and be part of this great historic event. Discover wartime life, take part in the evacuee train on Sunday. Watch re-enactments, dioramas, military vehicles and enjoy period bus rides. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

Paws in the Park Spring Show, South of England Showground, Ardingly, RH17 6TL 9.30am-5pm. Endless attractions for you and your dog to enjoy, including the fun dog shows, with lots of dog games and activities to try including flyball, canine search and rescue, and dog agility. Charges apply. For more information and to book tickets visit www.pawsinthepark.net

Sun 20 May

Bubble Rush Brighton 2018, Hove Park, BN3 6BG Join in at Hove Park for a day of bubbletastic fun! All money raised going directly to providing hospice care for children with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions and their families. For more information and to register visit www.demelza.org.uk

The World of Moominvalley, Brightelm Centre, Brighton, BN1 1YD 3pm. Join award-winning children’s author, Philip Ardagh, and Daniel Hahn as they introduce The World of Moominvalley. This beautiful new book is filled with illustrated maps and family trees, facts about Moomin behaviour and habits. For more information visit www. brightonfestival.org

Our next copy deadline is

27 April 2018. If you have something you would like us to try and publicise (space permitting) please email it to

listings@ primarytimes.biz

All your own work!

Daisy Amurun aged 10

Tanisha Zaman aged 7

lucky winner of a PS4 with Tad competitions in our February Half Term issue. The Congratulations to the following people who won rs up prizes went to Isobel runne and n etitio Vacher won the Jungle Bunch comp the Lost Explorer was Christopher Pearson. Roxy Leeds Castle. Rose to pass family l annua an won . Chloe Prockter Cross, Ruby Cornelius, Daisy Doe and Isabel Emby d sets of Ross Welford books were won by Theatre tickets were won by Olivia Brown. Signe d, Athena Crompton and Alina Ballard. -Woo Purdie If you would like to see Jacob Bowrah, Charlie Gasson, Amelie etition for the younger group and our your work displayed Tanisha Zaman aged 7 won our Annie Drawing comp to all our prize winners and enjoy the here then just send us a older winner was Daisy Amurun aged 10. Well done drawing, poem, riddles, artwork on this page.

jokes or short story and we'll do our very best to include it. Send it to: Good Work Page Primary Times 7 Southbrook Mews London SE12 8LG

My Hobb ies by Yousuf Waheed I Love cricket, I feel so happy when I hit a wicket. Bowling is my favourite thin g, Bowling is giving the ball a ďŹ&#x201A;ing! I always hit a big six, I also like playing football And doing lots of kicks. Be ing striker is so much fun , Football makes the players run. I've even been to Lords wit h my ticket, So now you know my favour ite hobbies Are football and cricket!

Thank you to Fred Crouch for his colourful train, Yousuf Waheed for his clever poem, Rhea Patki for her cute summer scene and Suzannie Golding for her beautiful bird picture. We love seeing your work so do please keep sending it to us.

Kids travel for just

If you have an adult ticket you can buy our ‘kid for a quid’ £1 add-on ticket. This allows you to travel with one child, for one day, for £1.You can buy up to a maximum of four tickets, that’s just £4 for four kids. Now available to buy with co ncession passes

Buy it on the bus, pay cash or contactless Find out more at

stagecoachbus.com/kidforaquid