SW London Winter 2017 Primary Times by Alison Watson

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for families with primary aged children

in South West London Winter Edition • Issue 110 • 20 Nov 2017 - 28 Jan 2018

The Best Family Guide to What’s On

Bring a little sparkle to your Christmas shopping Santa’s Magical Grotto Pre-launch 18th - 19th November* Open 25 November - 24th December* Mon – Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 9:30am – 6pm, Sun 11am – 5pm*

Storytelling Tree

From the 8th November Visit the incredible installation on the upper mall

Gift Wrapping

13th – 20th December, 10am - 4pm On the Upper Mall

Visit our Free Ice Rink

From 16th – 23rd December On the Lower Mall

Winter Wonderland

3rd December

*Please check website for exact timings

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Contents Dear Readers

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News

Is There Room at the Inn?

Christmas is a time of mixed emotions. There’s fun, family time and there are festivities, alongside a sense of knowing that not everyone has a home and a family to call their own. Now, more than ever, you may be wondering if you could foster a child or young person and after 20 years as a leading Independent Fostering Agency, Chrysalis Care can provide all the advice and guidance you need to begin your fostering journey.

Lambeth Marks Holocaust Memorial Day

On Sunday 21 January from 3-4.30pm, the Kia Oval in Kennington SE11 will again host the Borough’s commemoration for the 2018 Holocaust Memorial Day in the Ashes Suite. The theme for 2018, set by the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust, is “The Power of Words”. The aftermath of the Holocaust and of subsequent genocides continues to raise challenging questions for individuals, communities and nations. HMD 2018 asks audiences to think about what happens after genocide and of our own responsibilities in the wake of such a crime. This year’s theme is broad and open ended - there are few known answers, but the questions are, unfortunately, as relevant as ever. The event will be opened by the Mayor of Lambeth, Councillor Marcia Cameron, with closing words from Jasvir Singh OBE, family barrister, co-chair London Interfaith Forum and chair, City Sikhs. As in previous years there will be participation from local schools and choirs. Attendance is free and all are welcome. Entrance to the Kia Oval is via the Alec Stewart Gate.

Toyota Dream Car Art Competition

Toyota knows that when it comes to creativity, children know no boundaries. That’s the evidence from its annual Dream Car Art competition, which has produced such visionary creations as a van designed to cheer people up, a car which cleans the environment and a vehicle offering relief to those in need. Entries are now open for the UK round of the 2018 Dream Car Art Competition Young people are asked to draw or paint their dream car, presented against a background that shows where they imagine it being driven. The artwork should be accompanied by a short explanation of how the car works and what makes it special. Submissions must be hand-drawn or painted, not computer generated. Paper must be A3 size or smaller. Entry forms can be downloaded and more information, including inspiration from previous winning designs and full competition terms and conditions, can be found at the Dream Car Art Contest page at www.toyota.co.uk/dreamcar. The closing date for entries is 16 January. The age categories are: under 8, 8 to 11 years and 12 to 15 years. All entrants must live in the UK. For full details and terms and conditions refer to the Dream Car webpage, www.toyota.co.uk/dreamcar.

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Chrysalis Care foster carers are based across London, Kent, Essex, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and benefit from expert 24 hour advice, guidance, training and support. If there is room at your ‘Inn’ and you want to join Chrysalis Care in transforming lives through fostering children and young people, please contact them to speak with one of our knowledgeable staff members today by calling 020 8298 2800, by emailing info@ chrysaliscare.org or by visiting Chrysalis Care at www. chrysaliscarefostering.org.

Love Food? Then You’ll Love JRC!

JRC Buffet is a restaurant like no other.You’ll find hundreds of delicious, freshly prepared dishes. Their stylish restaurants are perfect for any special occasion or just catching up with family and friends. With so much choice, parents love introducing new dishes to their children – even the fussiest eaters will find new dishes they’ll love.Your kids will love watching JRC’s chefs prepare delicious meals from fresh ingredients at the spectacular Live Cooking Stations, which add a sense of occasion to any meal. At the Sushi Bar you’ll see chefs preparing authentic Japanese Sushi using recipes that have been handed down from generation to generation. It’s healthy, fresh and extremely delicious! Watch in awe at the Teppanyaki Bar as expert chefs prepare your meal with flair, creativity and a touch of showmanship! The chef takes your choice of fresh ingredients and transforms them on the sizzling hotplate into delicious creations. Originally from Japan Yakatori Grill is very popular in Japanese restaurants throughout the World. Nothing beats the taste of fresh king prawns, squid and marinated meats grilled over real flames by JRC’s Yakatori chef! You’ll find food cooked in a wok at the Noodle & Wok Bar is as healthy as it gets as it uses a very small amount of oil- so go on, have a second or third helping. At the Dim Sum bar, each dim sum has been handmade and filled with ingredients from traditional recipes. The art of creating dim sum took centuries to evolve and develop - no wonder they taste so delicious! But don’t forget to leave room for one or a few of the indulgent desserts. Remember you can enjoy as much as you like for one set price. A trip to JRC is great value and great fun at Christmas and well into the New Year.Visit www.jrc-globalbuffet.com to find your local restaurant.

This December, Harlequins will celebrate an exhilarating decade of Big Games at the home of rugby; Twickenham Stadium. Since its beginnings in 2008, the Big Game series has rapidly risen in popularity and is now a firm fixture in the festive sporting calendar. In this year’s instalment Harlequins will face off with Northampton Saints and there is something of a score to settle between the two teams with Saints beating Harlequins in Big Game 7 back in 2014. The award-winning Big Game, however, is not just about the rugby. There is something for everyone whether you’re a rugby lover or not. In the week between Christmas and New Year, Big Game has prided itself on being a day out for the whole family as the rugby and entertainment world collide with spectacular musical performances, jaw-dropping pyrotechnics and entertainment for all the family. Big Game 10 is the perfect opportunity to round off Christmas by bringing together your family, friends or colleagues for a full day of entertainment both inside and outside the stadium. Tickets start from just £24 for adults and £14 for children and can be purchased by calling the Harlequins Ticket Office on 020 8410 6010 or on their website at www.quins.co.uk.

With four victories from their first four league games, 19 goals scored; none conceded, and impressive opening wins in both the Continental Cup and Champions League – Chelsea Ladies are the side to watch. Now playing at their new home, Kingsmeadow, Blues supporters have been treated to some memorable performances this campaign and are yet to see Emma Hayes’s side fail to win. Sitting top of the Women’s Super League ahead of their trip to Reading, Chelsea Ladies are the in-form side as we head into a busy December with some festive fixtures taking place at the home of the Blues. Chelsea Ladies earned an emphatic 6-0 league win over Yeovil Town Ladies back in October and James Sherwood’s side return to face the Blues once again in the Continental Tyres Cup on Sunday 3 December, kick-off 2pm. Next up for Hayes’s side will be WSL2 outfit Tottenham Hotspur who will face the Spring Series Champions on Wednesday 6 December for a Continental Cup fixture with a kick-off time of 7pm. And if those two fixtures weren’t enticing enough, the best is being saved till last with Manchester City taking the trip down South. Two of the best women’s teams in England will battle it out on Sunday 10 December from 6.30pm. All eyes will be on the biggest game of the league campaign so far and it is not be missed! Plus fans will be treated to a mini Christmas fair, with lots of festive entertainment. Buy tickets at chelseafc.com/ladiestickets

News

Chelsea Ladies Victorious

Big Game 10

Spot the Difference

Do you love spot the difference books? Spot the Difference Animal Picture Puzzles has 200 Adorable Pictures giving hours and hours of puzzle fun. It comes from the editors of TIME for Kids and Liberty Street and is priced at £11.99 from online and high street book sellers.

Mincemeat Shortbread Method

1. Preheat the oven to 160°C or Gas Mark 4. 2. Grease a 20 x 30 cm swiss roll style baking tray with butter and line it with greaseproof paper.

This is a delicious recipe for the Christmas period though you may ﬁnd that you like it so much that you make it all year. It’s pretty simple but you should make sure you have an adult with you especially when you’re using the hot oven.

Ingredients

350g plain ﬂour 225g unsalted butter 100g caster sugar 450g mincemeat (or 900g if you prefer more fruit. We did!) Icing sugar to dust Sifting the flour

3. Sift the ﬂour into a large bowl. 4. Rub in the butter until the mixture looks like ﬁne breadcrumbs (or use a food processor).

5. Stir in the sugar. 6. Sprinkle half the mixture onto the baking tray and press down lightly. 7. Spoon the mincemeat on top and spread as evenly as possible. This can

be a bit awkward so you may like to get your adult to help. It’s easier if you’re using the larger quantity of mincemeat. Be careful not to pick up the shortbread mixture. 8. Cover with the remaining mixture and press down lightly with the back of a fork. 9. Bake for 45-50 mins, until lightly browned. 10. Cool for 10 mins. Then cut into 24 squares. 11. Dust with icing sugar before serving.

breadcrumbs bottom shortbread layer

mincemeat layer

top shortbread layer

finished bake

Photo credit: Lucy Blower

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What’s On Your family diary for December and January Ongoing Until 3 Dec

Paddington’s Pop-up London, Various Locations To celebrate the film release of Paddington 2 this autumn, interactive installations will spring up in locations across the city at selected famous landmarks such as Buckingham Palace and London Bridge. For more information visit www.visitlondon. com/paddington2

Until 16 Dec

Letter to Santa Competition, Eden Walk Shopping Centre, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1BL Write a letter to Santa telling him what is your favourite part of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and why to be in for the chance to win a family ticket to the show at the Rose Theatre on 4 Jan. Pop your letter in Santa’s special post box in the shopping centre before 16 Dec. For full details visit www. edenwalkshopping.co.uk

Until 17 Dec

Draw, Build, Play, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY (Every Sun) 12.30pm. Stimulate the imagination by the Emporium’s books and get creating. Draw what you want to make, build your drawing to life, then for the fun part - play with what you’ve made. Ages 5-7. For more information and to book visit www.thebrightemporium.com

Until 24 Dec

Santa’s Grotto, Woodcote Green Garden Centre, Wallington, SM6 0SU Take a walk through Santa’s busy workshop and see his helpers at work making lots of toys ready for Santa to deliver on Christmas Eve. Then go through to meet Santa in his cabin and tell him what you would like for Christmas. For more information and to book visit www. woodcotegreen.com

Until 31 Dec

Terry the Storytelling Tree, Centre Court Shopping Centre, Wimbledon, SW19 8YE Terry Tree invites families and children deep within the woods, amongst the fairies and woodland creatures, who enjoy a sing along with passing shoppers spreading the joy of Christmas to all the families in Wimbledon. For more information visit www.centrecourtshopping.co.uk

Until 1 Jan

Christmas at Kew, Kew Gardens, Richmond, TW9 3AE Fairy-tale meets fantasy in a world of singing trees, larger-than-life flora, ribbons of light, giant baubles, and a flickering Fire Garden. The Palm House leaps into life with a dazzling show of laser beams, jets of light and kaleidoscopic projections. To buy tickets visit www.kew.org

Until 2 Jan

The Tower of London Ice Rink, EC3N 4AB Skate against the most dramatic backdrop in the city and soak up the historic atmosphere at this exclusive ice rink in the grounds of the Tower of London. For more information and to book visit www. toweroflondonicerink.co.uk

Until 4 Jan

Wintertime, Southbank Centre, SE1 8XX Make memories at magical shows for the young and young at heart, find your inner dancing queen in the interactive exhibition, enjoy free festive events from choirs and social dances to ABBA singalongs and live music and more. To view the full programme of events visit www. southbankcentre.co.uk

Until 7 Jan

Christmas in Leicester Square, WC2 The centre of bustling London will be transformed into a wonderland including traditional Christmas markets, food and drink, a Santa’s

Santa’s Grotto, Squire’s Garden Centre, Twickenham, TW2 5PA (Selected dates) Go along to meet the big man himself in his festive Grotto. Tickets cost £5 per child with £1 from every ticket being donated to Twickenham’s charity of the year ‘The Richmond Carers Centre’. For more information visit www. squiresgardencentres.co.uk

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Grotto plus a whole host of fantastic shows in the beautiful surrounds of a traditional 1920s spiegeltent. To view the full programme of events visit www.christmasinleicestersquare.com

Ice Rink, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU Join in to skate against a backdrop of one of the greatest palaces on earth – Henry VIII’s historic home, Hampton Court Palace. The open-air ice rink epitomises the very best in festive fun. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.hrp.org.uk/ hampton-court-palace

November Wed 22 Nov – Mon 1 Jan

Thurs 23 – Mon 27 Nov

Illuminate Rotherhithe Festival, Various Locations The festival is a series of events taking place in and around St Mary’s Church in November celebrating the maritime heritage and history of Rotherhithe. For more information and to view the full programme of events visit www.facebook.com/pg/ illuminateRotherhithe

Thurs 23 Nov – Sat 16 Dec Kingston Children’s Literary Festival, Various Locations

The festival invites children and parents alike to listen to some of their favourite ‘festive’ and ‘nonfestive’ tales from a line up some of the UK’s best-loved children’s authors in the lead-up to Christmas. Free. For more information, to view the full programme of events and to book visit www.visitkingston.co.uk

Fri 24 – Sun 26 Nov

Enchanted Woodland, Syon Park, Brentford, SW8 8JF Wrap up warm and discover Syon Park’s Enchanted Woodland, where an illuminated trail winds round the ornamental lake and through the historic arboretum of Syon House, ending at the spectacular Great Conservatory. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. enchantedwoodland.com

Fri 24 Nov – Sun 7 Jan Ice Rink, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU

Join in to skate against a backdrop of one of the greatest palaces on earth – Henry VIII’s historic home, Hampton Court Palace. The open-air ice rink epitomises the very best in festive fun. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.hrp.org.uk/ hampton-court-palace

Sat 25 Nov

Midsummer Mischief, National Theatre, SE1 9PX 11am and 2pm. Explore how to create and share stories in this fun-filled family workshop, inspired by the folk tale Saint George and the Dragon. Think armoured heroics, monstrous reptiles, and one epic quest. Ages 6-12. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

Monski Mouse’s Christmas Baby Disco Dance Hall, Leicester Square, WC2 3pm. Join Australian DJ, producer and mum of two, Monski Mouse, and her dancers in this interactive early childhood event that lets parents and under-5s loose on the dance floor in the friendliest of discos. For more information and to book visit www. christmasinleicestersquare.com

Afternoon Tea with Rabbit Workshop, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ (Also 2, 9, 22 and 23 Dec) 5pm. Settle down centre stage for a special Christmas picnic on the set, followed by rabbit-themed crafts and a visit from a surprise guest. Ages 5+. For more information and to book visit www.unicorntheatre.com

Story and Create, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY (Also 9 Dec) 12noon. Storytime with a difference – don’t just read it, create it. Ages 5-7. For more information and to book visit www. thebrightemporium.com

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Colouring in 2018 18–22*, 27–29* December 10:00am–4.30pm *Museum open 10:00am–1:00pm

Free admission

Colour your way into 2018 by decorating an illustrated calendar which you can take home. The perfect way to plan ahead! There’s a chocolate coin for every child.

10:00am–5:00pm Share your experience Monday to Friday. Closed weekends and boemuseum Bank Holidays. Entrance T: 020 3461 5545 in Bartholomew Lane, London EC2R 8AH www.bankofengland.co.uk/museum

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Education News

spotting at least one. The top three was rounded off by starling and woodpigeon. The Birdwatch takes just one hour and teachers can pick any day during the ﬁrst half of spring term to take part. It works across a wide age and ability range and there’s plenty of ﬂexibility to run it as simply as teachers would like either as the centrepiece of cross-curricular studies, project work, or a way to improve their outdoor space. Many schools prepare for the event in advance by taking measures to give nature a home in their school grounds, such as putting up feeders and nest boxes and making bird cake. Seeing and counting the birds coming to their feeders during the Big Schools Birdwatch is the perfect reward for their efforts. Since its launch in 2002, more than 70 different species have been recorded in school grounds, ranging from starlings and house sparrows, to red kites and green woodpeckers. Register to take part in the 2018 RSPB Big Schools’ Birdwatch at rspb.org.uk/schoolswatch. Everything schools need to take part is available to download from the RSPB website. Photo credit: David McHugh (rspb-images.com)

Harlequins on their METTLE

METTLE is a mental health campaign, launched by the Harlequins Foundation, linked to Harlequins Rugby Club, after it became the ﬁrst professional rugby union club to sign the Mental Health Charter for Sport and Recreation. The aim of METTLE is to educate young people on mental resilience and equip them with the psychological tools they need to set goals, cope with challenging times, and communicate effectively. To launch the initiative, Harlequins carried out an eight week pilot programme involving 165 Year 6 pupils from four primary schools in the Richmond and Twickenham areas. The programme included practical and interactive sessions on a wide range of subjects including setting goals and managing emotions. The Harlequins Foundation intends to roll METTLE out to other schools in a bid to inspire children to think, feel and behave in an increasingly positive and resilient manner, and to teach them that it is OK to talk about how they feel. During the rest of the 2017/18 academic year, The Foundation intends to reach more than 2,000 children through the initiative. For more information, visit www.harlequins.foundation.

Big Schools’ Birdwatch

School children across the UK will be setting up bird feeders early next year, turning classrooms into bird hides and excitedly getting into position, to watch and count the birds in their school grounds for the 2018 RSPB Big Schools’ Birdwatch. The survey, which takes place during the ﬁrst half of the spring term (2 January – 23 February), is the biggest wildlife survey in schools. Children are asked to spend just one hour watching and recording the birds in their outdoor space, then send their results to the RSPB. 73,000 school children and teachers took part in the birdwatch in 2017 counting more than 100,000 birds. The blackbird remained the most common playground visitor for the ninth year in succession with over 88% schools 8

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More What’s On Your family diary for December and January

November Build a Story, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY (Also 9 Dec) 11am. Stuck for inspiration when it comes to creative writing? Let the LEGO® do the talking! Ages 5-7. For more information and to book visit www. thebrightemporium.com

Sat 25 – Sun 26 Nov

Christmas Market, The Piazza, Wimbledon, SW19 11am-6pm. Go along to enjoy a host of unique stalls featuring many local artisans offering a variety of hot and cold street food as well as original art, accessories, clothing, homewares, crafts and gifts. For more information visit www.lovewimbledon.org

Make and Take Christmas Crafts, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD (Also 2-3, 9-10 Dec) 10am-5pm. Children of all ages will enjoy these traditional craft activities, which will fill your home with the spirit of Christmas. They will be making pomanders and real beeswax candles. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hall-park

Visit Father Christmas, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD (Also 2-3 and 9-10 Dec) Children can draw and send their wish lists to Father Christmas via the special postcard express, and in a cosy enchanted grotto they will meet Father Christmas and his elves to receive a special gift. For more information and to book visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hall-park

Sat 25 Nov – Sun 24 Dec

Santa’s Real Reindeer, Woodcote Green Garden Centre, Wallington, SM6 0SU Visit the reindeer every day until Christmas Eve, located next to the Waterfall Cafe and play area. Free to view and available to see during the centre’s opening times. No booking required. For more information visit www.woodcotegreen.com

Santa’s Magical Grotto, Centre Court Shopping, Wimbledon, SW19 8YE Visit the big man himself in his magical Grotto at this special time of year. Charges apply. For times and more information visit www. centrecourtshopping.co.uk

Sat 25 Nov – Sun 7 Jan BRICKLIVE, Saatchi Gallery, Chelsea, SW3 4RY

A first ever festive special, BRICKLIVE Christmas offers the ultimate LEGO® experience for the entire family.Visitors will be able to

explore four themed zones and build their way through a unique seasonal journey. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. bricklivechristmas.com

Sun 26 Nov

Power Thoughts, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY (Also 10 Dec) 2.30pm. Through this programme children are taught how to become confident, resilient and robust, developing a ‘can-do’ attitude that allows them to flourish both in and out of the classroom setting. To book visit www.thebrightemporium. com

The Ugly Five, Diamond Jubilee Gardens, Twickenham, TW1 3DU 2pm, 3.30pm and 5pm. Axel Scheffler will be reading and drawing from his new book with Julia Donaldson, The Ugly Five, plus other family favourites. Each session will be followed by a book-signing. Tickets available from 11am on the day. Ages 3-7. For more information visit www.axelscheffler. com

Twickenham Christmas Lights Switch On, Various Locations 2-7pm. Twickenham’s fabulous family friendly Christmas Lights Switch On is back for another festive, funpacked Sunday afternoon with events from Twickenham Green to the Embankment. For more information visit www.trytwickenham.com

Sing-a-Long- Frozen, Richmond Theatre, TW9 1QJ 2pm. Introduced by a live host who will guide you through this interactive screening by showing you how to use your free prop bag, warm up your singing voices and teach you some dance moves with the help of the Singalonga Princesses. To book visit www.atgtickets.com/richmondtheatre

Cat and Hutch, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY (Also 10 Dec) Make a drama out of the books you’ve come to love in this fun workshop. For times, more information and to book visit www. thebrightemporium.com

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Singing Hands Christmas Charity Singalong, The Hammond Theatre, Hampton TW12 3HD

11.30am and 2.30pm. The show will feature an eclectic mix of Makatonsigned Christmas carols, festive rhymes, vintage tunes and the odd Christmas pop classic. The songs are suitable for all ages and abilities. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.thehammondtheatre.co.uk

Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music, Richmond Theatre, TW9 1QJ 7pm. Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music is a screening of the classic Julie Andrews film musical in glorious, full-screen Technicolor, complete with lyric subtitles so that the whole audience can sing along. For more information and to book visit www. atgtickets.com/richmond-theatre

Thurs 30 Nov – Sun 24 Dec

Father Christmas’s Grotto, Elys of Wimbledon, SW19 4DP Visit Father Christmas in his fantastic Grotto at this very special time of the year. For times and more information visit www. elyswimbledon.co.uk

December Fri 1 Dec – Wed 3 Jan

Christmas Glow, RHS Wisley, GU23 6QB Christmas Glow, in partnership with Smart Energy GB, will bring the winter evenings alive with fantastical giant flowers, dramatic installations and illuminated trees. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley

Sat 2 Dec

Christmas at Honeywood Museum, Carshalton, SM5 3NX 12noon-5pm. A huge family day including Christmas magic shows, Father Christmas’ Grotto, the Wandle Ceilidh Band, Penny Royal Clog Dancers and much more. Tickets for the Grotto and magic shows go on sale at 11am on the day. For activity times and more information visit www. friendsofhoneywood.co.uk

Mega Makers, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY (Also 16 Dec) 11am. Proving that even the mundane can be used to make something spectacular!

Transform everyday materials into the unexpected. Ages 5-7. For more information and to book visit www. thebrightemporium.com

Christmas Craft Fair, Battersea Arts Centre, Lavender Hill, SW11 5TN 10am-6pm. Alongside seasonal shopping, you can enjoy live music, Christmas workshops to decorate your own gingerbread man, Merry Reggae BBQ and a chance to meet the man of the moment, Father Christmas in his Grotto. Free entry. For more information visit www.bac.org.uk

Winter Wonderland, Church Square, Putney, SW15 2JQ 12.30-5.30pm, light switch on at 5pm. Enjoy festive performances from school choirs, local dance groups, live entertainment by Wandsworth Radio and a performance of Beauty and the Beast by Putney Light Operatic Society. Free. For more information visit www. positivelyputney.co.uk

Jonathan’s Drama Spectacular, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY (Also 16 Dec) 2.30pm. Calling all budding writers and actors. Make something of your own and learn your art in the fun way. Ages 7-11. For more information and to book visit www. thebrightemporium.com

Winter Wonderland Trail, Sutton Ecology Centre, Carshalton, SM5 0SH 1-4pm. Someone’s stolen Santa’s sack … how are we going to get it back? Follow the animal clues and explore the delights of Sutton Ecology Centre to find Santa’s missing sack of toys. Charges apply – includes a small gift per child. For more information visit www.suttonnature. wordpress.com

I Can Draw, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY (Also 16 Dec) 12noon. The Bright Emporium believe everyone can draw. In this workshop learn the tips from the trade and get drawing. For more information and to book visit www. thebrightemporium.com

Woodland Storytelling, Sutton Ecology Centre, Carshalton, SM5 0SH 2pm and 3pm. Go along and hear the colourful tale of the Little Wolf and the Old Crocodile, in a special storytelling tent, with fairy lights, music and puppets. Ages 3+. Booking essential. For more information visit www.suttonnature. wordpress.com

Back in Time for Christmas, The National Archives, Richmond, TW9 4DU 10.30am-12noon. Find out about festive Tudor feasts,Victorian Christmas in the workhouse and Christmas experiences during the Second World War, then create your own Christmas cards or decorations inspired by the records. To buy tickets visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk

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Family Theatre

La Petite Soirée

This Christmas the phenomenal global hit, La Soirée, will reside at the recently refurbished Aldwych Theatre. Grown-ups can prepare to be captivated as the motley crew of talented cabaret performers and circus sideshow misfits revel in their posh new surroundings with a heady cocktail of intimate cabaret, new burlesque, circus sideshow and contemporary variety in a grander, plusher home. Families are not forgotten because in the afternoons, La Petite Soirée take over with a family-friendly, fun and daring hour-long show for cabaret fans of all ages. La Petite Soirée will play at 3pm on Saturdays and throughout the Christmas holidays with the spirit of La Soirée running deep through its veins but with a little less of the sauce! Visit www.la-soiree.com/la-petite-soiree for more information.

Randwyck and hilarious comedian Rikki Jay, this is a high-flying adventure your family won’t want to miss. Follow Aladdin, his hapless brother, and of course his mother Widow Twankey, on a spectacular adventure featuring a beautiful love story, flying carpets, a wish-granting genie, an evil sorcerer and a lamp packed full of spectacular family entertainment. Brought to you by Qdos Entertainment, the world’s biggest pantomime producer, Aladdin has all the ingredients of the perfect pantomime - a fabulous cast and orchestra, laugh-outloud comedy, stunning scenery and special effects, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses for all the family to enjoy. Fly to the Box Office and book your tickets today! Visit www. atgtickets.com/london-theatre-tickets to book.

Mimi and the Mountain Dragon

Join Skewbald Theatre inside an enchanting Spiegeltent for a winter adventure packed full of snow, dragons, lively songs, magical puppets and plenty of audience interaction. Skewbald’s Mimi and the Mountain Dragon is a show based on the short story by well-loved children’s author Michael Morpurgo and beautiful illustrations by Helen Stephens and will be performing as part of the Winterville Festival on

The Snow Queen

The Snow Queen is a magical, memorable adventure of friendship and self-discovery. Kai and Gerda are best friends. Not brother and sister but as close as if they were. Together, with their friends, they re-imagine the thrilling adventure of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic winter fairy-tale. Let your imagination soar as a dusty attic is transformed into the Snow Queen’s icy palace. Follow their epic journey of self-discovery as they try to save Kai from the icy spell of the Snow Queen’s cold kiss. Can Gerda melt his heart before he forgets her forever? The Snow Queen is recommended for the whole family aged 5+. The Snow Queen will be at Polka Theatre until 4 February. All Ages Welcome shows are also available. For tickets call 020 8543 4888 or visit the website for more details www.polkatheatre. com.

Aladdin at Richmond Theatre

Jump aboard a high-flying, magical carpet headed for Old Peking and make tickets for this year’s spectacular Richmond Theatre pantomime one of your three wishes. Starring panto-legend Christopher Biggins, TV and radio’s Count Arthur Strong, Fascinating Aïda, West End star Issy Van

20 Nov ‘17 - 28 Jan ‘18

Snow White and Rose Red

This festive season Battersea Arts Centre has teamed up with acclaimed theatre company RashDash for the perfect Christmas treat for the whole family. Snow White and Rose Red is a magnificent quest for justice, love and friendship for everyone aged 5+. The show runs from 29 November to 30 December.

When a friendly bear knocks on their door, the mischievous sisters have no idea it’s the beginning of a brave and magical adventure. Experience the fun with live music, songs and plenty of festive touches - based on the original fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm. Snow White and Rose Red was commissioned and co-produced by Cambridge Junction. Tickets cost between £12.50 and £22. For more information, visit www.bac.org.uk.

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Clapham Common throughout November and December. The show has been created in collaboration with South London mums and musical writing duo Caroline Wigmore and Jen Green whose four children adore the story. It is a tale of friendship and bravery set in the snowy mountains of Switzerland where the villagers of Dorta bang drums, blow horns and ring bells to keep the fearsome Mountain Dragon away. But then one snowy morning little Mimi discovers something extraordinary, a baby dragon sleeping in her woodshed. It is lost and frightened but how did he get there and what happens when his mother comes looking for him? Can Mimi help him get home? To book tickets visit www.winterville.co.uk

20 Nov ‘17 - 28 Jan ‘18

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Orange Tree Richmond Box Office: 020 8940 3633 20 Dec – 6 Jan

Kika’s Birthday

Help this family of mice bake a special birthday cake for Kika and maybe you can even share a tiny piece of it with them all. A delightful interactive story, with puppetry, by award winning storyteller, Danyah Miller. Ages 3+.

25 Jan – 3 Mar

How to be a Kid

Ambassadors Theatre WC2

Colour House Theatre, Merton Abbey Mills

Box Office: 020 7395 5405 13 Dec – 7 Jan

Box Office: 020 8542 5511 Until 21 Jan

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Author/illustrator Eric Will the dwarves be able Enjoy Carle has delighted to save the day and the show! generations of find a handsome And don’t readers since Prince to wake Snow forget to say the book was White with his kiss? you saw it in first published All will be revealed in 1969, now the in this hilarious Primary timeless classic musical pantomime. Times! has made its way off Eventim Apollo W6 the page and onto the stage.

Arthur Cotterell Theatre Kingston Box Office: www. rosetheatrekingston.org 5 – 9 Dec

The Three Little Christmas Pigs

Join the three pigs as they embark on their adventures, building houses, running away from the big bad wolf and meeting a very special Christmassy friend.

Arts Theatre WC2 Box Office: 020 7836 8463 6 – 31 Dec

Guess How Much I Love You Join Little and Big Nutbrown Hare as they leap off the page and onto the stage in this family favourite presented by Selladoor Family. Ages 3+.

Battersea Arts Centre SW11 Box Office: 020 7223 2223 29 Nov – 30 Dec

Snow White and Rose Red

When a friendly bear knocks on their door, the mischievous sisters have no idea it’s the beginning of a brave and magical adventure. Ages 5+.

Box Office: 08442 494 300 13 – 17 Dec

Nativity! The Musical

This favourite festive film is now a major new musical adapted for the stage by Debbie Isitt, the creator of the much-loved films. The perfect feel-good comedy for all the family.

Now Molly’s Mum is feeling better, maybe things will get back to normal. Can you help Molly learn how to be a kid again? Ages 7+.

OSO Community Arts Centre SW13 Box Office: www.osoarts.org. uk 20 – 23 Dec

Cinderella

The OSO Panto Players are proud to present this year’s OSO Panto – Cinderella. Will our beautiful Cinderella get her Prince? Will there be terrible corny jokes? Will there be cross dressing? You bet!

Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 Box Office: 020 8543 4888 Until 11 Feb

My Brother, My Sister and Me

Box Office: www. thehammondtheatre.co.uk 24 – 25 Nov

The Snow Dragon

17 Nov – 4 Feb

Toe-tapping songs and lots of laughs for everyone aged 3 and up, from Tall Stories, the company that brought you ‘The Gruffalo’.

Hampton Hill Theatre Box Office: 08458 387 529 21 – 23 Dec

Annie Jr

Performed by award winning youth production company Dramacube, this 50 minute Christmas musical is ideal for all the family to enjoy as we head into the festive season. Book tickets at www.ticketsource. co.uk/dramacube

The Snow Queen

Kai and Gerda are best friends, as close as if they were brother and sister. Together, with their friends, they reimagine the thrilling adventure of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic winter fairy-tale.

Putney Arts SW15 Box Office: 020 8788 6943 13 – 22 Dec

Jack and the Beanstalk

The future of Mama Trot’s farm is in jeopardy. Can Putney Theatre Company’s resident fairy godmother who’s had a makeover and refined her magic skills, enlist the help of the audience to save the day?

2 – 6 Jan

Beauty and the Beast

Join in as Ma sets off on an adventure where she encounters 14

20 Nov ‘17 - 28 Jan ‘18

Richmond Theatre Box Office: 08448 717 651 9 Dec – 14 Jan

Aladdin

Aladdin features all of the ingredients of the perfect pantomime: a fabulous cast and orchestra, comedy, stunning scenery and special effects and plenty of boos and hisses for all the family to enjoy.

17 – 18 Jan

The Nutcracker

Moscow City Ballet returns with one of Tchaikovsky’s most beautiful ballets, presented in splendid Russian style with full orchestra.

Rose Kingston Box Office: 020 8174 0090 7 Dec – 7 Jan

Alice in Winterland

Follow Alice to the magically curious world of Winterland, a world of ice and imagination, of mad hatters and cruel queens, strong-minded dodos and friendly knights. Ages 5+.

25 – 28 Jan

This playful new Polka show is based on conversations with young children about their own sibling relationships, and has been designed to keep children aged 2–5 enthralled throughout.

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an enchanted castle filled with talking furniture and makes a deal with Beast under the spell of Malabelle that surrenders Beauty to a fate worse than death.

Noggin the Nog

Go 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. Silly Vikings, puppets and live music.

Theatre 503, Battersea Box Office: 020 7978 7040 6 Dec – 6 Jan

Scrooge and the Seven Dwarves

Will Scrooge manage to save Christmas? And what do the Seven Dwarves have to do with any of this? Dust the snow from your shoes and head down to Theatre503 this Christmas to find out.

Winterville, Clapham Common Box Office: www.winterville. co.uk 25 Nov - 30 Dec

Mimi and the Mountain Dragon

Join Skewbald Theatre for an exciting winter story packed full of adventure, snow and dragons. With lively songs and magical puppets bringing to life Michael Morpurgo’s beautifully atmospheric tale. Ages 3+.

Join Little and Big Nutbrown Hare, from the best-selling and muchloved classic Guess How Much I Love You and the I Love You All Year Round collection, written by Sam McBratney and illustrated by Anita Jeram. Watch them as they leap off the page and onto the stage in a magical journey through the seasons at the Arts Theatre London this festive season. Watch and join in as Little and Big Nutbrown Hare settle down after a bedtime story and re-awaken to discover the delights and colours of each season as they compete to measure their love for each other in this timeless loveable story. Explore this playful story of love and nature as it unfolds on stage through puppets, live music and interactive play for children aged 3 and up. Adapted faithfully from the household favourite book, Guess How Much I Love You is an affectionate, gentle and interactive story that both parents and children can enjoy together as the perfect introduction to live theatre this Christmas. You can book your tickets now at www.artstheatrewestend.co.uk and find out what’s going on behind the scenes on Twitter @ GuessUkTour.

On Demand in Schools

The National Theatre’s On Demand in Schools service is the theatre’s digital initiative offering acclaimed, curriculum-linked productions, free of charge, to schools across the country. Every primary and secondary school in the UK can access world-class theatre on demand. The latest production to be added to the On Demand selection is last Christmas’s acclaimed Peter Pan. This wondrously inventive production of JM Barrie’s much loved tale sees a wonderfully headstrong Wendy and her brothers accompany Peter to Neverland,

where Tinker Bell the fairy, Tiger Lily and the vengeful Captain Hook await and a riot of magic, music and make-believe ensues. Watch out for an amazing crocodile. On Demand in Schools complements trips to see live performances, enabling students to study plays day-to-day in their classroom. The plays are recorded in high definition in front of a live theatre audience by the National Theatre’s award-winning NT Live team and are available exclusively to UK schools. Teachers can study key scenes with students or show the full production over a number of lessons. Comprehensive learning resources produced by teachers and leading artists support each play. For more information about On Demand in Schools or to sign up, visit www.nationaltheatre.org. uk/schools. Photo credit: Steve Tanner A Wizard Presents, Orange Tree Theatre and Little Angel Theatre production

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BY JOHN AND DANYAH MILLER A treat for Christmas: a delightful interactive story, with puppetry, by award-winning storyteller Danyah Miller. For children aged 3+ and their families.

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Whatever the Weather! Fun Days Out with the Family

Christmas at Morden Hall Park

Have they been good this year? Go along and see Father Christmas in his grotto in Morden Hall Park’s Stableyard on weekends between 25 November and 10 December, 10am-5pm. Children can draw and send their wish lists via Morden Hall Park’s special postcard express and in a cosy enchanted grotto they will meet Father Christmas and his elves to receive a special gift. It’s suitable for babies, toddlers and kids. Online booking is essential. £10 per child. Why not make gorgeous,

scented crafts when you come to visit Father Christmas? Children of all ages will enjoy the traditional craft activities, which will fill your home with the spirit of Christmas.You’ll be able to make pomanders and real beeswax candles, you can make two crafts for £4.50. There’s no need to book for craft activities. Pop in to the café for a quick bite to eat or a hot drink to keep you going, or make a day of it and try the delicious homemade lunches.Visit the garden centre and go wild in the natural play area while you’re there. The car park can be extremely busy during event days and weekends, so you’re well advised to get there by walking, cycling, train or bus if you can. Find out about other events at Morden Hall Park via the website, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hallpark. Photo credit: John Millar

Positively Putney Join Positively Putney over the weekend of 2-3 December for free fun and entertainment in Church Square Putney this Christmas season. Step into a Winter Wonderland on Saturday at 12.30pm and enjoy festive performances from school

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Weekends 25 November - 10 December

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Sunday 3rd December

Winter Wonderland 12:30 to 17:30 light switch on at 17:00

Dress as nativity character and have your photo taken with the Three Wise Men and real camels from 11:00 to 15:00

Online booking essential. £10 per child. Call 0344 249 1895 for details nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hall-park/whats-on When you visit, donate, volunteer or join the National Trust, your support helps us to look after special places for ever, for everyone.

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Add a Little Sparkle at Centre Court

This Christmas, Centre Court has plenty instore for you from their incredible Santa’s Workshop, which returns this Christmas for just £4 per child complete with a free gift. Visit Terry the Tree who invites families and children to travel deep within the woods, amongst the fairies and woodland creatures who enjoy a sing-along with passing shoppers spreading the joy of Christmas to all the families in Wimbledon. This incredible installation will only be on show in Centre Court Shopping, Wimbledon until the end of December. Please check www. centrecourtshopping.co.uk for confirmed grotto opening hours. Don’t forget Wimbledon’s Winter Wonderland on Sunday 3 December where Centre Court will be hosting a community stage throughout the day on the lower mall – alongside the main Love Wimbledon stage on Wimbledon’s

piazza. Experience the best in local talent, choirs and performers with a finale of show stopping fireworks on top of Centre Court to be enjoyed by all at 5.30pm. Last but by no means least, try skating this year on the free ice rink from the 16 – 23 December. It’s located on the lower mall outside Lakeland.

Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink

Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink, opening on 24 November, gives a festive experience like no other. Prepare to be swept away by the seasonal atmosphere and history as the stunning 1040m² ice rink opens to the public for its annual run. Skate against a backdrop of one of the greatest palaces on earth and Henry VIII’s historic home. Combining a stunning setting, spectacular scenery and seasonal skating, this favourite open-air ice rink epitomises the very best in festive fun. Located in front of this Historic Royal Palace, the stunning ice rink offers something for everyone, from novice to expert. So, for an unforgettable festive experience this season look no further than Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink. It’s open from 24 November to 7 January. Get involved and skate in style with a Family Skate Ticket for 4 people, priced at £40.00. Individual adult tickets are priced at £14, concessions and teenagers under 15 are £12 and children under 12 are £10. For more information and to book tickets go to www.hamptoncourtpalaceicerink. co.uk.

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choirs, local dance groups, live entertainment by Wandsworth Radio and a performance of Beauty and the Beast by Putney Light Operatic Society. Finish up with Putney’s official light switch on at 5pm. Challenge your friends on the rodeo reindeer or have your photograph taken in a human sized snow globe. Go along dressed as a nativity character on Sunday at 11am to meet the Three Wise Men and their real camels. Find the festivities at Church Square just before you cross Putney Bridge, SW15 2JQ. Sign up to Positively Putney’s newsletter on their new website www.positivelyputney.co.uk for more exciting, local events and special offers.

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Get Festive with BRICKLIVE

A first ever festive special, BRICKLIVE Christmas offers the ultimate LEGO® experience for the entire family from 25 November to 7 January. From brick-built Christmas decorations to a dedicated Star Wars Zone, the show is a must-visit for fans of all ages and the perfect way to celebrate the festive season. Visitors can expect an interactive brick-filled experience, stretching across the entire top floor of the famous Saatchi gallery – a place renowned for its creativity and imagination. Visitors will be able to explore four themed zones and build their way through a unique seasonal journey. From Christmas and Creative zones, through to Minecraft and Galactic adventures, each zone will provide a different brick-based, interactive activity for fans to build their dream creations. The Christmas zone will invite visitors to help build a giant three-metre LEGO® mosaic, before stocking up on some bespoke Christmas gifts including bespoke baubles and exclusive brick-built winter roses. Endless bricks in the Creative zone will inspire visitors to get building including a 24-metre graffiti wall before racing on the adrenaline fuelled, race ramps. Visitors can explore a historical display of official LEGO® Star Wars sets, a never before seen six-foot long super star destroyer fleet and other amazing fan creations. The Minecraft zone allows visitors to create their own models

and, of course, play the game itself on Minecraft consoles. Ticket prices start at £15 for standard admission. To purchase tickets or to receive all the latest news and updates from BRICKLIVE Christmas, visit www.bricklivechristmas.com

Christmas in London

It’s difficult to find Christmas things for the family to do in London that don’t cost an arm and a leg. Step Outside Guides have come to the rescue with their special Christmas book. Christmas in London captures the excitement and splendour of London during the festive season making use of the capital’s free attractions. From Leadenhall Market decked out in festive splendour to London’s sparkliest Christmas streets, the route explores buildings, streets and squares, with occasional hop on and off buses. Golden decorations on buildings are spied and stuck on the Christmas tree in the book while people and objects from the Christmas story are discovered and added to a stable scene. The guide is written so that older primary children can lead and there is plenty to keep the adults entertained too. From finding a golden grasshopper to discovering a box of gold, frankincense and myrrh, Christmas in London will keep everyone involved, delighted and intrigued throughout the day. This remarkable little book will give all its users a low fee and stress-free day exploring the country’s amazing capital city. Step Outside Guide’s Christmas in London costs £5 and is available from high street bookshops or online. For more information visit www.stepoutsideguides.com.

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Meet Santa in his Grotto Opening times

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Every Saturday 10:30am – 1pm 2pm – 4pm

18 – 23 December 10:30am – 1pm 2pm – 5pm

Every Sunday 10:30am – 1pm 2pm – 3:30pm

24 December 10:30am – 2pm

£1 from every ticket will be donated to Twickenham’s local charity ‘Richmond Carers Centre’

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What’s your favourite part of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland? Is it when Alice falls down the rabbit hole? Do you love the Cheshire cat? Will the Queen of Hearts chop your head off? Tell Santa what it is and why. Pop your letter in Santa’s special post box in Eden Walk by 16 December. Every letter will receive a reply and small gift (while stocks last) but be sure to put your name, age, address and telephone number on your letter. Two lucky winners will receive a family ticket (four seats) to see “Alice in Winterland” at the Rose Theatre on 4 January 2018 at 6.30pm. Visit www. edenwalkshopping.co.uk for more information.

Lumiere Returns to London

Lumiere London, our largest night-time festival, will light up the capital over four nights from 18-21 January. More than 40 installations will light up London’s streets, buildings and public spaces transforming the city and offering new perspectives on the capital’s iconic architecture, streets and landmarks. Festival destinations will include King’s Cross, London’s West End (including Carnaby, Regent Street, Oxford Circus, Leicester Square, Mayfair, Piccadilly, St James’s, Fitzrovia and Westminster). Works will be exhibited both north and south of the River Thames, with Covent Garden, Victoria, South Bank and Waterloo added as new destinations for 2018. Communities from across the capital will be able to take part in the festival. Residents from all London boroughs will be invited to take part through schools and participation projects and volunteering schemes, which will ensure all Londoners can benefit from this extraordinary cultural event.

National Army Museum

The National Army Museum in London has four floors of interactive fun, telling the story of the British Army and asking questions about its role and purpose with a total of 2,500 objects and interactives to explore. Soldier gallery looks at what it’s like to serve as a soldier from joining-up, to training, daily life and returning home. Army gallery addresses fundamental questions like ‘Why do we have an army?’, going right back to the origins of the army in the British Civil Wars. Society gallery explores the army as a cultural and military force in our everyday lives from toys, to games and films. Battle gallery covers the entire history of the army at war. There is even a chance to climb into an interactive life-size tank. Insight gallery examines the countries and cultures the British Army has encountered and interacted with. For children aged 0-8, there’s Play Base - an educational soft play area styled as an army base camp. The baby area includes a soft, padded space for the youngest visitors. Play Base sessions last an hour and cost £4.50 per child. National Army Museum is free to enter. To plan your trip visit www.nam.ac.uk

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Eden Walk Letter to Santa Competition

Drive your family round the bend. In a tank. Four floors of interactive exhibits, from a tank simulator to drumming and marching experiences.

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Christmas at Hampton Court Palace

Experience Christmas at Hampton Court Palace by joining them for fun family activities, including carolling in the courtyards, festive food and ice skating. There are several family activity weekends taking place during December. Learn how Christmas would have been celebrated in the past, with all activities included with palace admission. On 2 and 3 December there will be Tudor style wreath making, on 9 and 10 December you can make Tudor Treasure boxes and attend storytelling sessions about Georgian drinking chocolate and finally on 16 and 17 December there will be candle decorating. All activities are drop-ins and run from 11am–4pm. Experience a heart-warming Elizabethan Christmas story for all the family with a theatrical piece set at the court of Queen Elizabeth I and performed around the palace. Queen Elizabeth I and her court are at Hampton Court Palace for the festive season. The pressure is on for the Queen’s Master of Revels, Edmund Tilney, to arrange a celebration to remember. However, when disaster strikes, he must turn to an unlikely place for a solution. Is all lost, or will it be a Christmas to remember? Watch as courtiers, musicians, and jesters fill the palace courtyards and rooms with music, drama and laughter, running from 22 December – 1 January excluding 24, 25 and 26 December. For more information about all activities and to book tickets visit www.hrp.org.uk. Photo credit: Historic Royal Palaces

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Santa Claus is at St Nicholas Shopping Centre

You better watch out…you better not cry (you know what’s coming) …Santa Claus is coming to the St Nicholas Shopping Centre! Go along and meet him in his beautiful Grotto from 2 December until Christmas Eve and enjoy a magical Christmas experience. Take a walk-through Santa’s snowy garden and meet his reindeer or sneak a family selfie in Santa’s sleigh and then meet him in his beautiful Christmas grotto. Everyone will receive a special gift, plus there will be an opportunity to buy photos, which will make for a great family gift. The Grotto will be launching on Saturday 2 December, where Santa will be joined by two of his real reindeer and a very friendly Barn Owl. Go along and say hello and take a photo holding the Owl! There will also be free face painting with Toy Barnhaus and a festive brass band between 1pm and 2pm. Whilst you’re there, why not visit the Christmas themed family area on level 3 for some respite and a bite to eat? Or visit one of our many retailers including Pandora, Primark, Debenhams, Next and Smiggle (opening December) to purchase those Christmas Gifts.

Father Christmas has Moved In!

Father Christmas has made himself at home at Ham House and Garden this Christmas. Go along and visit Father Christmas in his new home this December. He’s feeling generous! Spot signs that he has moved in all round the house and garden with Ham House’s trail alongside art activities and storytelling. Bookable slots to meet Father Christmas are available on the website, £5 per child. Father Christmas will be on site from Saturday 16 to Saturday 23 December, 11am-4pm. From Boxing Day join the team at Ham House with the whole family for winter walkies. For the first time, four legged family members are invited into the garden. They’re ready with walking routes, a free Ham bone for each new guest over the 12 days and a prize for the first Christmas dog of the day! Go back with your dog to Ham House until Friday 9 February. For further information on all Christmas activities and other family events visit the website at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ hamhouse.

Father Christmas has moved in!

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Remember it only costs £5 to park there all day, or just £1 on Sundays. And you can now collect your Amazon parcels from the car park! To find out more, visit www.stnicssutton.co.uk. Everyone at The St Nicholas Shopping Centre would like to wish you a very Happy Christmas.

Sat 16 to Sat 23 December,11am-4pm Father Christmas has made himself at home at Ham House and Garden this Christmas. Come and visit Father Christmas in his new home, he's feeling generous! Please see our website for further details and booking. £5 per child. Call 020 8940 1950 for details nationaltrust.org.uk/hamhouse #nationaltrust

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Out of School Activities Stagecoach Performing Arts

Every child needs the chance to explore their potential and have an outlet for their creativity. Give them the courage to be themselves at Stagecoach Performing Arts. None of us knows what the future holds, which is why it is so important for children to be prepared for the world with resilience and confidence. Stagecoach aims to deliver this through their extracurricular Performing Arts classes. By enabling children to unlock their potential, they offer not only specialised Performing Arts training but develop life skills that children need to adapt in the real world. The Performing Arts are so much more than singing, dancing and acting. Children of all abilities get the chance at Stagecoach to build confidence, make new friends with like-minded individuals and learn teamwork whilst being part of a community. The weekly 3-hour classes focus equally on singing, dancing and acting with an inspirational specialist teacher for each discipline. Eva Johnson, 12, and her brother Sam, 10, are now Stagecoach regulars after initially attending a two-week trial a couple of years ago. Their mum told Primary Times, “My children absolutely loved it. They came home after the first day and were full of chatter about the friends they’d made and the fun they’d had.” Classes run during school term time. Stagecoach offers classes in singing, dancing and acting and your child can see what it’s all about in a two-week trial during the term for youngsters aged 4 to 18.

best of intentions, parents may sometimes get things wrong. For example a water confident parent might think forcing their child’s face in the water is a good tactic to teach waterconfidence 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.

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To find out more about taking a two-week trial please call your local Stagecoach.

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. 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 22

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Jigsaw Arts

Take to the stage in the New Year with Jigsaw Arts. Jigsaw’s January term is always extremely popular with lots of children taking to the stage across London and the Home Counties. The Christmas term saw the launch of brand new Jigsaw schools in Potters Bar and Surbiton as well as the opening of Saturday classes in Finchley and these new sessions are filling up fast. Jigsaw classes are an excellent way to build confidence and self-esteem in children of all ages. Booking is open for the 2018 Spring Term and so it’s time to see in the New Year with a two-week trial. To book a place for the Spring Term online, visit www.jigsawarts.co.uk / book or call Jigsaw on 020 8447 4530 and secure your child’s place for 2018.

Learn it! Love it! Live it at RACC

Richmond Adult Community College is well known for the wide range of courses it offers. There are also lots of other family activities and events taking place. The college offers talks and presentations, cinema nights, family events such as the Trolls and Moana cinema/dance days along with craft fairs

You can also learn together as a family, joining the weekend and holiday classes where you can explore your creativity with your children. Classes include Creative Glass, suitable for 7–14-year-olds, where you can explore fuse cut glass, cutting and assembling, Printmaking in which participants discover the more unusual art of printmaking and Flower Arranging in which British home grown flowers are used to create a beautiful head-garland and small posies. Pottery classes let you experience pottery as you discover hand building, slab building and pinch pots, and the wildlife drawing classes allow you to get up close and learn more about the animals before taking the time to capture their personalities in drawings.

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and exhibitions.You can hire space for parties and celebrations as well.

For more information and to sign up to a course, visit www. racc.ac.uk or call 020 8891 5907.

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Registration opens 13 December 2017 More than half a million people across the UK are expected to watch and count their garden birds for this year’s Big Garden Birdwatch, organised by the RSPB. Big Garden Birdwatch is the world’s largest garden wildlife survey. Now in its 39th year, it takes place on 27, 28 and 29 January 2018. People are asked to spend just one hour watching and recording the birds in their garden or local public space, then send their results to the RSPB.

For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk/birdwatch

What happens when you tell a duck a funny joke? It quacks up!

Why do birds fly south in the winter? Because it would take too long to walk!

Draw a picture of anything to do with Birds. Send it to us to have a chance of winning a Primary Times Tee Shirt AND seeing your prize winning entry published in the next Primary Times! Categories: ages 4-7 and 8-11 Name: Age: Address:

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Send your entry together with this completed form to: Annie's Competition, Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London, SE12 8LG Closing date: 12 January 2018. Good Luck!

Win a Guinness World Records® Goody Bag

The bestselling annual and family favourite is back and packed with more incredible accomplishments, stunts, cutting-edge science and amazing sporting achievements than ever before. With more than 3,000 new and updated records and 1,000 eye-popping photos, it has thousands of new stats and facts and dazzling new features. What’s more it’s joined by the Gamer’s Edition and brand new title Amazing Animals. To celebrate the launch of the Guinness World Records 2018 Edition, Gamer’s Edition and Amazing Animals, we are offering 10 lucky winners the chance to win an amazing Guinness World Records goody bag including the Guinness World Records collection, stationery set, notebook, headphones and hoodie all contained in a funky duffle bag. For your chance to win one of these great prizes, tell us how many records there are in Guinness World Records 2018. See below for details of how to enter.

Win prizes with The LEGO® NINJAGO® Movie Video Game!

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Competitions To celebrate the release of The LEGO® NINJAGO® Movie Video Game we are offering three lucky winners the chance to get their hands on a copy of the game on PS4 and an awesome activity set, including Ninja masks, a T-shirt, sticker sheets and more! The LEGO® NINJAGO® Movie Video Game allows players to delve into the world of the new big-screen animated adventure, The LEGO NINJAGO Movie. In the game, players battle their way through waves of enemies with honour and skill as their favourite ninjas Lloyd, Nya, Jay, Kai, Cole, Zane and Master Wu to defend their home island of Ninjago from the evil Lord Garmadon and his Shark Army. To do so, they must master the art of Ninja-gility, which allows them to traverse Ninjago by wall-running, high-jumping and battling the foes of Ninjago to rank up and upgrade the Ninja’s combat skills.

For a chance to win, tell us the name of the Ninja’s home island. See details of how to enter below.

Win a Disney Photomural for your Child’s Room Transform your child’s room with a Disney photomural. Creating this magical atmosphere in your own home with a photomural from Komar is easier than you think. Through the large print format of the wall-murals, the Disney Cars personalities seem to be literally part of the room, giving Cars fans the chance to be close to their idols. Fans of Lightning McQueen will be able to marvel at their favourite character from the comfort of their own homes, extending the ﬁlm experience and giving children even more opportunities to enter into and play in a new, fantastical world. If Rapunzel is more your thing, then there is a scene from Tangled for you to choose. With more Disney princesses and more Cars images available, there’s bound to be something to excite your little Disney fan. Prices start at £55. For more information visit www.komar.de

Here are two pictures of Rapunzel from Tangled but there are five differences between them, can you spot the differences? To be in with a chance of winning your Disney Photomural, just find and circle the differences in picture B. Then fill out the form with your details and send them both to the address at the foot of this page by Friday 12 January.

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To enter any of the competitions send your answer along with your name, age, school, address and phone number to Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London, SE12 8LG. Don’t forget to include the name of the competition. Alternatively email your answer and details to competitions@primarytimes.biz with the competion name as the subject by Friday 12 January. If you are entering more than one competition you can put all entries in the same envelope. Follow us on Twitter - @PT_LondonSandE

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What’s On

More What’s On Your family diary for December and January

December Wandsworth Town Christmas Celebrations, Southside, SW18 4TF 11am-4pm. Join in at Southside to celebrate the Wandsworth Town Christmas light switch on with a Christmas craft workshop, Nerf experience, lantern parade and walk with Santa plus Sammy the Southsideasaurus will be joining the activities along with Wandsworth radio. For more information visit www.southsidewandsworth.com

Christmas Show with the Gruffalo Illustrator, All Saints Church, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1JP 10am, 11.40am and 1.20pm. Axel Scheffler, the award-winning, internationally-acclaimed illustrator of The Gruffalo, will be storytelling, sketching and signing books. For more information and to book visit www.environmenttrust.co.uk

Sat 2 – Sun 3 Dec

Sail with Santa, Tower Pier, EC3N 4DT (Also 9-10, 16-23 Dec) 10.45am, 12.45pm, 2.35pm and 4.35pm. Meet Santa on the river Thames as he’s swapped his sleigh for a boat! Fun for everyone with lots of treats from Santa. For more information and to book visit www.citycruises.com

Christmas Market, The Piazza, Wimbledon, SW19 (Also 9-10, 16-17 and 21-23 Dec) 11am-6pm. Go along to enjoy a host of unique stalls featuring many local artisans offering a variety of hot and cold street food as well as original art, accessories, clothing, homewares, crafts and gifts. For more information visit www.lovewimbledon.org

Christmas Family Activities, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU 11am-4pm. Join in for some family festive fun and learn how Christmas would have been celebrated in the past. This weekend’s theme will be Tudor style wreath making. All activities are included with palace admission. For more information visit www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-courtpalace

Recce Racers, National Army Museum, Chelsea, SW3 4HT (Also 9-10 Dec) 10.30am-4.30pm. Discover how the army uses vehicles for its reconnaissance missions, then have a go at making your own rubber-band powered vehicle and see how fast it will go on the track. For more information visit www. nam.ac.uk

Sat 2 – Fri 15 Dec

Mistletoe and Merriments, Ham House and Garden, Richmond, TW10 7RS 10am-5pm. Ham House will be decorated in the style of a Stuart Christmas this December. With lots of natural greenery in the house, glittering trees and festive decorations in the gardens too. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-house-andgarden

Sat 2 – Sun 24 Dec

Winter’s Tail, Chessington World of Adventures Resort, KT9 2NE (Selected dates) The Gruffalo will be leading the festivities with plenty of Christmas activities, plus selected rides, animals and Father Christmas Grottos - there’s something for all the family to enjoy. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.chessington.com

Santa’s Grotto, St Nicholas Shopping Centre, Sutton, SM1 1AY Visit Father Christmas in his beautiful Grotto. Go along on 2 Dec (launch day) to be the first to experience this exciting event and to meet real reindeer and a very friendly Barn Owl. There will also be free face painting between 1pm and 2pm. For times and more information visit www.stnicssutton.co.uk

Santa is Coming to the Zoo, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, SW11 4NJ (Selected dates) Children can play on the swings and slides while they wait to see the man in red. Once they’ve told him what they’d like for Christmas they can head out to see the animals! Book on 020 7924 5826. For more information visit www. batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Meet Santa and Take a Husky Sleigh Ride!, WWT London, Barnes, SW13 9WT Get into the festive mood at this wonderful winter weekend! Children will be thrilled to hop aboard for a husky sleigh ride, visit Santa in his magical grotto and take part in more fun festive activities. Book tickets to see Santa on 020 8409 4400. For more information visit www.wwt.org. uk/wetland-centres/london

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Monski Mouse’s Christmas Baby Disco Dance Hall, Leicester Square, WC2

(Also 10, 17 Dec) Join Australian DJ, producer and mum of two, Monski Mouse, and her dancers in this interactive early childhood event that lets parents and under-5s loose on the dance floor in the friendliest of discos. For more information and to book visit www. christmasinleicestersquare.com

West End Has Faith at Christmas, Regent Hall (Salvation Army), W1C 2DJ 7.30pm. A fantastic concert of Christmas music featuring performers from shows including Les Misérables, Matilda and Miss Saigon to raise vital funds for adoption charity Home For Good. For more information and to book visit www. eventbrite.co.uk/e/west-end-hasfaith-at-christmas-tickets

Damsel in Distress, The National Gallery, WC2N 5DN 12.30-1.30pm. Free family talk for all ages. Go on a journey through the collection where you will walk, talk, and bring paintings to life. For more information visit www.nationalgallery. org.uk

Winter Wonderland, Centre Court Shopping Centre, Wimbledon, SW19 8YE Throughout the day, experience the best in local talent, choirs and performers on the lower mall – alongside the main stage in Wimbledon’s piazza and then a finale of show stopping Fireworks on top of Centre Court, at 5.30pm. For more information visit www. centrecourtshopping.co.uk

Christmas Festivities, Church Square, Putney, SW15 2JQ 11am-3pm. Go along dressed as a nativity character and have your photo taken with the Three Wise Men and their real camels. Free. For more information visit www. positivelyputney.co.uk

Creative Cards, Orleans House Gallery, Twickenham, TW1 3DJ 2-3.30pm. Design and create your own Christmas cards and take inspiration from the Stables Gallery exhibition by artist Katie Sollohub. Ages 4+. For more information visit www.richmond.gov.uk

Santa Dash, Clapham Common, SW4 9DE The event will see thousands of people dressed as Santa Claus

merrily make their way around a 5k or 10k course, in support of Great Ormond Street Hospital. For more information and to sign up visit www. gosh.org/londonsantadash

Storytime Sunday Christmas Special, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY 10.30am-12noon. The Original Bright Workshop run by the authors and illustrators behind your favourite books. Today’s session will feature Richard Jones and Jim Helmore with the Snow Lion. For more information and to book visit www. thebrightemporium.com

Tues 5 Dec

The Nutcracker (Live), The Hammond Theatre, Hampton, TW12 3HD 7.15pm. A young girl’s enchanted present leads her on a wonderful Christmas adventure in this beautiful classical ballet, danced to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score. For more information and to book visit www.thehammondtheatre.co.uk

Wed 6 Dec

Continental Tyres Cup, Kingsmeadow Stadium, KT1 3PB 7pm. Go along to see Chelsea Ladies FC Vs Tottenham Hotspur Ladies in this Continental Cup fixture. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.chelseafc.com/ladies

Thurs 7 Dec

Lighting of the Christmas Tree, Trafalgar Square, Westminster, WC2N 5DN 6pm. Go along and join the Choir of the St Martin-in-the-Fields to sing carols around the tree, the gift to London from the Norweigan people. For more information visit www. stmartin-in-the-fields.org

Fri 8 Dec

Barnes Christmas Festival, Various Locations 5-8pm. Barnes High Street is open for late night shopping. At OSO Arts Centre there will be live music, Father Christmas in his grotto (from around 6pm), and a market where you can pick up some Christmas presents. For more information visit www.osoarts.org.uk

Fri 8 – Sun 10 Dec

BBC Good Food’s Festive Feast, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU The palace courtyards will be transformed into a stunning festive food lover’s wonderland, full of delicious artisan food and drink and inspiring seasonal cookery demonstrations. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-courtpalace

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P t c e r f r e e s ents P Coral Reef Board Game

Will you get your reef ‘n’ counter with the new game Coral Reef? Speed and recognition is needed in this aquatic adventure game. Look for the marine animals shown on the two cards and point them out at the same time. Beat the other players and you will be rewarded with a detailed animal figurine. A magical introduction to sea life for children aged 4+, Coral Reef comes with a double-sided game board consisting of giant puzzle pieces which can be arranged in different ways for added excitement. Coral Reef is available for £19.99 from all good toy retailers. For more information visit www.tactic.net.

Dinosaurium

Welcome to the museum that is always open to explore. Step inside the pages of this beautiful book to discover galleries of dinosaurs expertly curated to bring you the experience of a fascinating exhibition from the comfort of your own home. Dinosaurium features a wide range of dinosaurs from the most-loved Triceratops and Tyrannosaurus Rex to the lesser-known species such as Coelophysis and Tsintaosaurus. With over 60 stunning artworks by Chris Wormell and fascinating text written by Lily Murray, Dinosaurium is a book for all ages. Dinosaurium is available for £20 online and from all good high street retailers.

Space Racers: Make Your Own Paper Rockets

Isabel Thomas has created a treat for any aspiring astronauts – Space Racers contains everything you need to press out and make your own paper rocket models. It features eight of the most famous space rockets in history from Saturn V to the Soyuz-FG and comes with stands to display them. An explanatory booklet introduces you to the exhilarating world of rocket science and space exploration as well as containing fun and detailed fact files for each rocket. Step by step instructions show you how to build eight real rockets and two imaginary ones which are left blank for your design. Get your copy online or from any good high street store for £22.50.

Porgs

Meet the cutest new character from Disney, the Porg. Introduced in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, this cute and cuddly soft toy makes the perfect present for any Jedi fan. The lovable character is made of super soft fur and is 10” tall, making him a real collectable and a fantastic co-pilot for Star Wars aficionados. They’re available for £14.99 from the Disney Store, from major high street retailers and online.

Star Wars Coding Projects

In a galaxy far, far away, technology is rapidly advancing, and it’s important for parents to keep their children up to date with these improvements in a fun and safe way. Combining the beginner coding language Scratch with the indomitable Star Wars Empire, Star Wars Coding Projects provides Scratch Padawans with step-by-step instructions for creating cool computer projects, animations and games. Coders can create their own droid sprite, navigate a spaceship through an asteroid belt, go on a jet-pack adventure and harness the power of the Force to move kyber crystals, all while mastering essential coding skills. Star Wars Coding Projects is available online and from all good high street retailers for £12.99.

Sticker Studio – Joanna Webster

Sticker Studio, the newest work by British illustrator and designer Joanna Webster, encourages creativity, allowing kids to complete detailed patterns and designs with sticker shapes. In her work,Webster explores geometry, pattern making and paper craft. She has worked on a range of colouring, sticker and activity books.With more than 7,000 stickers, readers of Sticker Studio can complete the pages in their own stunning shades of colour, or use the numbered grids to create works of art. From Mexican sugar skulls and Aztec patterns to vibrant mosaics and vivid animals, there are more than 40 designs to complete. Sticker Studio is available online and from all good high street retailers for £9.99.

Seven Simple and Slightly Silly Stories

John Foley’s Seven Simple and Slightly Silly Stories is a unique, quirky and darkly witty collection of short stories that make the perfect Christmas-stocking filler, with all profits donated to Macmillan Cancer Support and The Silver Line. This set of remarkable stories will transport readers to a whole host of fantastical worlds, brought to life by artist Grant Cathro’s brilliantly fun illustrations. Prepare to meet a lonely cat, arrogant ants and a cockroach who just wants to befriend a human. Discover the mayhem that unfolds when clothes come to life in the washing machine and find out what really happens when Death comes knocking. Seven Simple and Slightly Silly Stories is available for £6.99 from www.quizzicalworks.com and Amazon.

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More What’s On plus mulled wine and mince pies. For more information visit www. holytrinityclapham.org

Santa and Festive Family Fun, Orleans House Gallery, Twickenham, TW1 3DJ

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Your family diary for December and January

December Sat 9 Dec

The Green and Ethical Christmas Fayre, Holy Trinity Clapham, SW4 0QZ 11am-4pm. A traditional Christmas fair selling a wide range of unique gifts, jewellery, accessories, clothing and artisan food. Everything sold is ethically sourced and environmentally friendly. Children can also meet Father Christmas in his Green Grotto and enjoy some festive activities. For more information visit www.holytrinityclapham.org

Dad Day Festive Fun, Orleans House Gallery, Twickenham, TW1 3DJ 10am-12noon. Dad Day is a programme of creative activities for Dads or male carers and their children from babies to 10 years. Join in for this festive themed Dad Day this December. For more information visit www.richmond.gov.uk

The Snow Queen Party, Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB 3-6.30pm. Treat your family this year to a VIP performance of Polka’s new production of The Snow Queen, followed by one of the legendary, funfilled, themed after show parties with the cast and Director. Ages 5-11. For more information and to book visit www.polkatheatre.com

Wildlings Family Fun, Sutton Ecology Centre, Carshalton, SM5 0SH 10am-12noon and 1-3pm. Go along to learn how to make some simple seasonal crafts from willow. There will also be plenty of opportunity for free play and exploration in the beautiful woods with a campfire and hot chocolate to keep you warm. Ages 5+. To book email wildlingsforestschool@gmail.com

Sat 9 – Sun 10 Dec

Christmas Family Activities, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU 11am-4pm. Join in for some family festive fun and learn how Christmas would have been celebrated in the past. Activities this weekend include: Storytelling sessions about Georgian drinking chocolate and Tudor treasure boxes. For more information visit www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-courtpalace

Sun 10 Dec

Carols by Candlelight, Holy Trinity Clapham, SW4 0QZ 5pm and 7pm. Go along to this candlelit carol service with readings, congregational carols and choir items,

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11am-12.30pm and 2-3.30pm. Santa returns for his annual visit to Orleans House Gallery. Join the festive fun, create Christmas activities, and get your gift from Santa in person. Ages 4+. For more information and to book visit www.richmond.gov.uk

Storytime Sunday Christmas Special, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY 10.30am-12noon. The Original Bright Workshop run by the authors and illustrators behind your favourite books. Today’s session will feature Tom Knight with The Stink before Christmas. For more information and to book visit www. thebrightemporium.com

Chelsea Ladies FC Vs Manchester City Women, Kingsmeadow Stadium, KT1 3PB Two of the best women’s teams in England will battle it out from 6.30pm – all eyes will be on the biggest game of the league campaign so far and it is not be missed. Plus fans will be treated to a mini Christmas fair, with lots of festive entertainment. To buy tickets visit www.chelseafc.com/ladies

Tues 12 – Wed 20 Dec

Menorah on Trafalgar Square, Westminster, WC2N 5DN Go along and see the giant menorah lit up for Chanukah, the Jewish festival of lights. One of the lights will be lit each day. For more information visit www.london.gov.uk

Wed 13 Dec

Carols at Christmas, St Mary’s Church, Twickenham, TW1 3NJ 7pm. Join The Poppy Factory for an evening of carols and readings at St Mary’s Church Twickenham hosted by Jazz FM and BBC Radio broadcaster, Jamie Crick and featuring the wonderful South London Military Wives Choir. Under 16s free. For more information and to book call 020 8939 1872.

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Family Activities, Tower Bridge Exhibition, SE1 2UP 10.30am-4pm. Join in some fun, hands-on family activities at Tower Bridge. Admission charges apply. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.towerbridge.org.uk

Sat 16 – Sun 17 Dec

Christmas Family Activities, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU 11am-4pm. Join in for some family festive fun and learn how Christmas would have been celebrated in the past. The theme this weekend is candle decorating. Activities are included with palace admission. For more information visit www.hrp.org. uk/hampton-court-palace

Courtyard Carol Singing, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU (Also 21-23 Dec) Sing carols in the stunning Tudor surrounds of Hampton Court Palace this Christmas. Booking essential on 020 3166 6000. For more information visit www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-courtpalace

Christmas Music Weekend, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU 11am-3pm. Go along and hear original Christmas music from Tudor to Victorian eras performed by leading specialists in our most grand palace spaces. Included in palace admission. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.hrp.org.uk/ hampton-court-palace

Sat 16 – Sat 23 Dec

Father Christmas has Moved in!, Ham House and Garden, Richmond, TW10 7RS Visit Father Christmas in the new grotto he has made for himself in Ham House. Each child that visits Father Christmas will get a little present too. For more information and to book visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/ham-house-and-garden

Ice Rink, Centre Court Shopping Centre, Wimbledon, SW19 8YE Join in all the fun on the ice this year, for free! The ice rink will be situated on the Lower Mall outside Lakeland. For times and more information visit www.centrecourtshopping.co.uk

Sat 16 Dec – Sun 7 Jan

Recce Racers, National Army Museum, Chelsea, SW3 4HT 10.30am-4.30pm. Discover how the army uses vehicles for its reconnaissance missions, then have a go at making your own rubberband powered vehicle and see how fast it will go on the track. For more information visit www.nam.ac.uk

Sun 17 Dec

Santa, Brixton Windmill, SW2 5EU 2-5pm. Santa’s festive Grotto will be open for the boys and girls to visit. The windmill will be closed for tours. For more information visit www. brixtonwindmill.org

Mon 18 – Fri 22 Dec

Colouring in 2018, Bank of England Museum, EC2R 8AH (Also 27–29 Dec) Colour your way into 2018 by decorating a Museuminspired calendar. The calendar will include museum events for 2018, the perfect way to plan ahead. There’ll be a free chocolate coin for every child. For more information visit www. bankofengland.co.uk/museum

Wed 20 Dec

Meet Father Christmas, WWT London, Barnes, SW13 9WT Go along and see Father Christmas in his cosy woodland grotto, set among the pine trees at London Wetland Centre. Ticket price includes a gift bag. Call 020 8409 4400 to book your timed tickets. For more information visit www.wwt.org.uk/ wetland-centres/london

Thurs 21 Dec

Frozen, Rose Theatre, Kingston, KT1 1HL 11am. Experience Frozen on the big screen in the main auditorium with the opportunity to meet Queen Elsa and Princess Anna before the screening and have your photograph taken with them. For more information and to book visit www. rosetheatrekingston.org

Big Screen Boogie, The Bedford, Balham, SW12 9HD 9.30am-3.30pm. 6 hours of non-stop fun and creativity! You will learn a festive themed dance routine with award-winning teachers, take part in games, crafts and enjoy watching Arthur Christmas with tasty snacks! Ages 3-12. To book visit www. funkymoves.com

Fri 22 Dec

Snowy Stories, Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB 10.30-11.30am. Go inside from the cold and let the stories keep you warm in this multi-sensory workshop exploring tales inspired by winter. Ages 3-5. For more information and to book visit www.polkatheatre.com

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DVDs for Christmas All I Want for Christmas is You

Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas is You is the animated family ﬁlm which follows little Mariah as she chases her dream of having a puppy of her very own. When Little Mariah sees the darling little puppy named Princess at the pet store, she suddenly knows exactly what she wants for Christmas. Before her Christmas wish can come true, she must prove that she can dog-sit her uncle’s dog, Jack, a scraggly rascal. In fact, he’s the worst dog in the county. Jack turns Mariah and her family’s perfect holiday preparations upside down in hilarious ways. It wasn’t exactly the Christmas she wished for, it was more than she ever wanted. Based on the iconic Christmas song and popular illustrated book of the same name, Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas is You, featuring Mariah’s music and narration, will be a family favourite for years to come. Available on Blu-Ray, DVD and Digital Download from 13 November, All I Want for Christmas is You is sure to bring Christmas cheer to anyone who watches it.

Transformers: The Last Knight

Hailed as “the best Transformers yet” (The Telegraph), director Michael Bay’s Transformers: The Last Knight is now available for home viewing. Transformers: The Last Knight shatters the core myths of the Transformers franchise and redeﬁnes what it means to be a hero. Humans and Transformers are at war and Optimus Prime is gone. The key to saving the future lies buried in the secrets of the past, in the hidden history of Transformers on Earth. Saving the world falls upon the shoulders of an unlikely alliance: Cade Yeager, Bumblebee, an English Lord and an Oxford Professor. There comes a moment in everyone’s life when they are called upon to make a difference. In Transformers: The Last Knight, the hunted will become heroes and heroes will become villains. Only one world will survive - theirs, or ours. Transformers: The Last Knight is available to digitally download as well as on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™, Blu-ray 3D™, DVD and VOD.

The Son of Bigfoot

Adam, a thirteen-year-old outsider, sets out on a daring quest to uncover the mystery behind his long-lost Dad - only to discover he is the legendary Bigfoot. He has been hiding deep in the forest for years to protect himself and his family from HairCo, a giant corporation eager to run scientiﬁc experiments with his special DNA. As father and son start making up for lost time, Adam soon discovers that he too is gifted with superpowers beyond his imagination. Little do they know, HairCo, is hot on their tails as Adam’s tracks have led them straight to him. From Studiocanal, the creators of Robinson Crusoe and The House of Magic comes the legendary tale of Bigfoot, an epic coming-of-age adventure for all the family. Available on DVD now.

Win a Ferdinand Christmas Goody Bag

Inspired by Munro Leaf and Robert Lawson’s beloved book, Ferdinand is a heartwarming animated comedy adventure from Blue Sky Studios and Carlos Saldanha, that tells the story of a giant bull with a big heart. Ferdinand is a Spanish Fighting Bull who prefers smelling the ﬂowers rather than chasing red cloths held by matadors in arenas. Ferdinand will be released in UK cinemas on 16 December. We have some fabulous Christmas goodies for you to win including lots of great items and the most fabulous Ferdinand Christmas hat. For your chance to win, tell us what Ferdinand prefers to chasing red cloths. Send your answer to us along with your name, age, address, school and phone number to Ferdinand Competition, Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London SE12 8LG or email your answer together with your details to competitions@primarytimes.biz with ‘Ferdinand’ as the subject by Friday 15 December.

What’s On

More What’s On Your family diary for December and January

December Fri 22 – Sat 23 Dec

Elizabethan Christmas, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU 11am-3.30pm. A heart-warming Christmas story for all the family, set at the court of Queen Elizabeth I and performed around the palace, from the Tudor Kitchens to the Great Hall. Witness as this touching tale unfolds throughout the day, full of music, dance and festive fun. For more information visit www.hrp.org.uk/ hampton-court-palace

Sat 23 Dec

Nordic Wintertime, Royal Festival Hall, SE1 8XX 11.30am. Get involved in an afternoon of Nordic-themed music, storytelling and crafts for the whole family as the year-long programme Nordic Matters draws to a close. Free. For more information visit www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Mon 25 Dec

Christmas Lunch Cruise, City Cruises departing from Westminster Pier, SW1A 2JH Enjoy a traditional Christmas Day Lunch Cruise or a Festive Themed Sightseeing Cruise - a great way to add a special twist to the day. For times, more information and to book visit www.citycruises.com

Tues 26 Dec – Sat 6 Jan

Winter Walkies, Ham House and Garden, Richmond, TW10 7RS 10am-4pm. For the first time, four legged family members are invited into the garden. There will be walking routes, a free Ham bone for each new guest over the 12 days and a prize for the first Christmas dog of the day. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hamhouse

Wed 27 – Fri 29 Dec

Victorian Christmas, Museum of Richmond, TW9 1TP 10am-12noon. Discover how the Victorians re-invented the festive season, have a go at playing Victorian parlour games and make some delightful Victorian Christmas Crafts. Ages 5-11. For more information and to book visit www. museumofrichmond.com

Wed 27 – Sun 31 Dec

Medieval Christmas, The Tower of London, EC3N 4AB 11.30am-3.30pm. Spend Christmas with King Richard III, Queen Anne Neville, and the knights and ladies of medieval England. With jesters and minstrels adding to the entertainment explore how the Tower wasn’t just a prison and a

fortress but a palace fit for royal celebration. For more information visit www.hrp.org.uk/tower-oflondon

Wed 27 Dec – Mon 1 Jan

Thurs 28 Dec

Snow Queen Shadows, Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB 10.30am-3.30pm. Explore the art of shadow puppetry in a fun-packed workshop inspired by Polka’s winter show The Snow Queen. Ages 5-7. For more information and to book visit www.polkatheatre.com

Fri 29 Dec

New Year’s Eve Quirky Character Party, Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB 10.30am-3.30pm. Raid Polka’s costume cupboard to find your perfect outfit, then bring your character to life in this lively drama workshop. Ages 7-11. For more information and to book visit www. polkatheatre.com

Sat 30 Dec

Big Game 10, Twickenham Stadium, TW2 7BA 4pm. Big Game prides itself on being a day out for all the family as the rugby and entertainment world collide with spectacular musical performances, jaw-dropping pyrotechnics and entertainment for all the family. Today’s match will be Harlequins V Northampton Saints. To book tickets call 020 8410 6010.

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London’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks, Victoria bankment, Westminster, SW1A 2NS

Celebrate a night you’ll never forget at the London New Year’s Eve Fireworks display. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.london.gov.uk

New Year’s Eve Family Party, High Elms Golf Course, Downe, BR6 7JL

together. Clay can be shaped into anything.You and your child will be introduced to many possibilities through an exciting project. For more information and to book visit www. racc.ac.uk

Sun 21 Jan

Holocaust Memorial Day, Kia Oval, Kennington, SE11 5SS 3-4.30pm. The Ashes Suite at the Kia Oval in Kennington will again host the Borough’s commemoration for the 2018 Holocaust Memorial Day. The theme for this year’s event is ‘The Power of Words’ and will be opened by The Mayor of Lambeth. For more information visit www. hmd.org.uk

Sat 27 Jan

Sandcastle Art, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ

Celebrate the New Year surrounded by your loved ones at this special New Year’s Eve family party night. For more information and to book call 01689 858 175.

12noon-2pm. The favourite sandy show is back and you’ll be building sandcastles to celebrate! Watch Seesaw and then join in for some sandy art. Ages 3+. For more information visit www. unicorntheatre.com

January

February

Mon 1 Jan

Thurs 1 Feb

Watch one of the world’s great street spectaculars with more than 10,000 participants. The parade starts at 12noon on Piccadilly at the junction with Berkeley Street and finishes at 3.30pm in Parliament Square. For more information and to buy grandstand tickets visit www.lnydp.com

Once again, fans of all ages will have the chance to celebrate J K Rowling’s wonderful novels. This year’s theme is Fantastic Beasts. There will be masses of magical ideas, events and activities for you to get involved with. For more information and to sign up for your event kit visit www.harrypotter. bloomsbury.com

Tues 2 Jan – Fri 9 Feb

Sat 3 Feb

11am and 1.30pm. Travel back to 1299 and enter the medieval palace of King Edward I, Hammer of the Scots, in this live performance drama. Included in Palace admission. For more information visit www.hrp.org.uk/tower-of-london

12noon-2pm. The favourite sandy show is back and you’ll be building sandcastles to celebrate. Watch Seesaw and then join in for some sandy art. Ages 3+. For more information visit www. unicorntheatre.com

New Year’s Day Parade, Various Locations in Central London

Life in the Medieval Palace, Tower of London, EC3N 4AB

Sun 7 Jan

Family Ghost Tour, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU 6.30-8.30pm. This event is a 1¼ to 1½ hours evening walking tour hearing stories of ghostly apparitions and paranormal activity at Hampton Court Palace. Ages 8+. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.hrp.org. uk/hampton-court-palace

Story Time, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU Enjoy a well-known story in the comfort of the palace and join in with themed toys. Ages 3-7. For times and more information visit www.hrp.org. uk/hampton-court-palace

Sat 13 Jan – Sat 10 Feb

Saturday Pottery for Families, Richmond Adult Community College, TW9 2RE (Sat only) 10am-12.30pm. An opportunity to create with clay

Harry Potter Book Night,

Sandcastle Art, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ

Sun 4 Feb

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