SW London October Half Term 2019 Primary Times by Alison Watson

What’s On Where

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HALF TERM FUN • THEATRE • LOCAL NEWS • COMPETITIONS

OCTOBER HALF TERM 2019 14 OCT - 24 NOV 2019 ISSUE 123

Harlequins V Leicester Tigers TWICKENHAM STADIUM 28th December 2019 |KICK-OFF 16:30

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Hi Readers Primary Times in South West London 7 Southbrook Mews London SE12 8LG Tel: 020 8318 0400 Email: office@primarytimes.biz Website: www.primarytimes.co.uk Twitter: @PT_LondonSandE Instagram: @primarytimesse Publishing Editor: Peter Watson Sales: Andrew Langridge, Gill Pearce, Lola Olowofela & Catherine Dillon Listings: Catherine Draisey & Hayley Hughes Production: Alison Watson Office Manager: Chris Blower Administrators: Claire Wood, Tina Love Dunya Simões & Alina McCrone Editorial Assistant: Izy Cheesman Social Media: Rachel Benson Primary Times is independently published and distributed free in primary, infant, junior and middle schools throughout the boroughs of Kingston upon Thames, Merton, Richmond upon Thames, Sutton & Wandsworth. Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. It is NOT our intention to publish any racist, sexist or politically based material whatsoever. We also undertake not to carry any advertising which we would consider to be offensive to young families or harmful to the best interests of young children. The opinions expressed in either the editorial or advertisements within this publication are not necessarily those held by the editor or publisher. While we take great care with the compilation of information within this magazine, neither the editor nor publisher will accept any liability for the accuracy of the editorial or advertising contained within the publication. We welcome listings being sent to us for inclusion in our What’s On section. Free listings are dependent on available space and we cannot guarantee to print all the listings we are sent. Please send them to listings@primarytimes.biz. Primary Times would like to thank all the schools for their assistance in distributing the magazine and for their contributions to its contents. We would also like to thank all the advertisers who have supported this publication and therefore made it possible. Please support their endeavours when and where you can. No part of this magazine, including the advertisements within it may be reproduced, in part or in whole, without the express written permission of the Publishing Editor. Primary Times is currently publishing over 2.5 million copies per issue under franchise licences throughout England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Primary Times South West London is operated under franchise licence.

Congratulations on reaching the first half term of the new school year. Hopefully by now school is really familiar and you’re ready for the half term. As usual we’ve searched high and low for fun ideas that are around for the October half term. Lots of them are free to enter so do take a look. Our listings are prepared quite a while in advance which is why we always include contact details. Do double-check before going to any event, we would hate you to be disappointed. If you do go to any of our listings please remember to mention you saw them in Primary Times! With the fireworks season upon us it seemed a good time to remind you about Firework safety. Thank you to Child Action Prevention Trust for their advice. For further information visit www.capt.org.uk

Contents

inside this issue.... Latest News..............................4 What’s On.................................6 Autumn Days Out.....................9 Family Theatre..............................12

1. Make sure children stand at a safe distance from the bonfire.

New Wimbledon Highlights...... 14

2. Keep everyone well back from the display.

Competitions........................... 21

3. Never return to a lit firework. 4. Never throw fireworks. 5. Keep fireworks in a closed metal box.

All Your Own Work!.................23

6. Always follow the instructions when using fireworks. Did you know: A rocket can reach speeds of 150mph. Our next magazine will cover all the way from Christmas through to February Half Term so look out for us in your book bag from the week beginning 25 November.

Peter and the Primary Times Team This magazine is audited by BPA Worldwide 40,980 copies - August 2018.

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14 Oct - 24 Nov ‘19

Latest News

Don’t Miss Rugby’s Biggest Party Hooked on rugby after the World Cup? Now is your chance to see one of England’s biggest club games at the Home of Rugby, Twickenham, as Quins take on Leicester Tigers this Christmas. Not since the first ever Big Game in 2008 have Quins faced Leicester Tigers at Twickenham. Quins will be looking to maintain their four-game winning streak at Big Game so expect fireworks on and off the pitch in this not-to-be-missed spectacle, which offers something for all the family. This is the perfect opportunity to get out of the house and spend time with family and friends after the festive period. Enjoy rugby’s Christmas festival, with entertainment, live music, fireworks and first class rugby as Twickenham lights up on Saturday 28 December. Tickets start from £17 for U16s and £27 for Adults. To secure your place, visit tickets.quins.co.uk or search Big Game 12.

Seven-year-old Cleans Up with Ocean Invention Disney UK has revealed the winner of its Dream Big, Princess invention competition. Disney’s campaign inspired children to harness the qualities of Disney Princesses, from Ariel’s curiosity to Merida’s bravery, and use their incredible imaginations to come up with invention ideas. The Magic Magnet Plastic Catcher was

invented by winner Hanna, aged 7 from Richmond, to help clean plastic from the oceans. Hanna told Primary Times, “Rubbish in the ocean causes big problems for sea life big and small and makes the ocean really dirty and poisoned. The Magic Magnet Plastic Catcher helps by catching rubbish like plastic from the water using its jagged claws and presses the rubbish automatically so

that it won’t float around and pollute the ocean. Because my invention is on the ocean floor and can detect any live creatures, the sea will still look pretty and no sea life that lives around it will be harmed!” To recognise her work, Hanna has received a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork of herself brought to life by legendary Disney animator, Mark Henn. More inventions inspired by the Disney Princesses can be found at www.littleinventors.org

Education with Added Value

The Study Prep school for girls aged 4-11, based on two sites near leafy Wimbledon Common, is renowned for its warm, nurturing and creative ethos as well as for its excellent academic results at 11+. Although academic rigour is at the heart of the school, the girls enjoy a broad based education, with plenty of opportunity in the arts, music and sport. 2019 has been another very successful year for the Year 6 group, with no less than 25 scholarships offered by top senior schools to girls moving up to secondary school. The school follows a values based education, and every half term, a specific value is followed. These may include honesty, trust, responsibility, resilience, and any other number of core values that the school deems important for the girls to be aware of and to develop. The current value is friendship, and the girls have had lots of talks, workshops and developed lots of practical ideas on how to be a good friend and treat others as they would like to be treated. For further information on The Study Prep, or to join a regular tour of the school, please call 020 8947 6969 or visit the school’s website at www.thestudyprep.co.uk.

“Conclusive proof that all-girls education from an early age can be simply brilliant.” The Good Schools Guide 2018

The Study is a leading prep school situated in the heart of Wimbledon Village. We identify and nurture each girl’s unique academic, creative and sporting skills in a caring and supportive community.

Design the Primary Times Christmas Card

Every year, we at Primary Times send out thousands of Christmas cards and we’d like you to help us create the picture for this year’s card. It can be any picture you like to do with Christmas in some way. You may like to make it Father Christmas, a snowman, Rudolf with his red nose or maybe a nativity scene.You can draw or paint your picture. The winner will see their design used for the Primary Times Christmas Card and will also receive fifty copies of the card with envelopes. Send your design along with your name, age, school, address and phone number to Design the Primary Times Christmas Card Competition, Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London SE12 8LG or email your design and details to competitions@primarytimes.biz with ‘Design the Primary Times Christmas Card’ as the subject, by Friday 8 November.

For further details and to book a school visit, contact Jane Davis on 020 8947 6969 www.thestudyprep.co.uk Registered Charity No. 271012

We welcome enquires about our scheme of assistance with fees for girls aged 7+.

Preparatory School for girls aged four to eleven

14 Oct - 24 Nov ‘19

What’s On

What’s On Your family diary for October and November Ongoing Daily

Until 27 Oct

Weekend Family Activities, WWT London Wetland Centre, Barnes, SW13 9WT

Learn Inside the Heart of Go on migration watch. Gaze London, Tower Bridge, SE1 2UP through a pair of binoculars to help Hands-on workshops, guided tours. Discover the science, history, engineering and architecture behind the world-famous icon. New KS1 and SEN workshops now available. Book your school trip at www. towerbridge.org.uk/learning

find the autumn visitors.You’ll be amazed by how far some of these incredible birds travel to get to the Wetlands. Look out for brightly coloured ducks and elegant wading birds, or grab a net and find out what lives in the ponds. For more BBC Autumnwatch Experience, information visit www.wwt.org.uk/ WWT London Wetland Centre, wetland-centres/london

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Chihuly at Kew: Reflections Have you ever wondered what on Nature, Royal Botanical it would be like to be a wildlife Gardens Kew, Richmond, TW9 presenter? Could you be the next Michaela Strachan or Chris Packham? 3AE Head to the Lodge, grab a cue card, learn from the information provided and present your wildlife knowledge to camera, whilst sitting on an Autumnwatch inspired sofa. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www.wwt.org.uk/ wetland-centres/london

Last Sat of the Month

Iconic artist Dale Chihuly will exhibit his luminous glass artworks, featuring pieces never seen before in the UK. A family trail booklet will be available to children and their families at weekends and school holidays. For more details and a programme of events visit www.kew.org/kewgardens

Harvest Fest: Hay Maze, Kids Club, Southside Shopping Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD Centre, Wandsworth, SW18 (Selected dates) 11am-3pm. 4TF Celebrate the Harvest Fest by trying With fun educational themes, you are invited to take the kids along to have lots of fun whilst learning too. There is also a visit from Sammy the Southsidasaurus guaranteed too. For more details visit www. southsidewandsworth.com

to find your way out of a childfriendly hay bale maze constructed of over 300 bales of golden straw and built to entertain all ages, from toddlers to adults. Drop-in. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ morden-hall-park

Every Sun

Until 3 Nov

Sunday Stories, Royal Botanical Gardens Kew, Richmond, TW9 3AE

1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Settle down for storytime and learn about the fascinating relationship between people and plants. These stories will bring to life some of the most amazing collections. See the plants grow for yourself in the Temperate House. For more details visit www. kew.org or call 020 8332 5655.

Until 19 Oct

Riverside and Scenic Walk, Ham House and Garden, Richmond, TW10 7RS

Halloween Special, Phileas Fogg’s World of Adventures, Brighton, BN1 8AF

(Selected dates). Three special family-friendly Halloween activities through a series of four-dimensional themed sets. Trick – a frightening tour of dark and smoky Victorian London (ages 8+), Treat – travel from Japan on-board a ship, take a stint in jail, visit the wild west (ages 3+), Horrible Mysteries – board a train and learn fun gruesome facts (ages 5+). For more details visit www. phileasfoggsworldofadventures.co.uk.

(Selected dates) 11am-1pm. Richmond has been an important place for centuries and this guided walk will show you more of this fascinating history. The walk will chart the history of the river in the 17th century and its connection and influence on Ham House. Children welcome. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-house-andgarden

14 Oct - 24 Nov ‘19

Our listings are prepared a long time in advance. To make sure you have up to date details do contact the event nearer the time to make sure the information hasn’t changed.

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Autumn Animals Children’s Trail, Ham House and Garden, Richmond, TW10 7RS

10m-5pm. In the gardens, the animals are gathering in their harvests to help them prepare for winter. Can you help them find their food? Join in the tactile trail to match up the animals with their favourite foods. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/ham-house-and-garden

Halloween party. Tickets from £39. Under-threes go free. www.legoland. co.uk

Sat 19 Oct

Family Activity Day, Tower Bridge Exhibition, SE1 2UP

10am-4pm. Go along and enjoy some fun family activities inside Tower Bridge. All activities are included in the price of your admission ticket. For more details visit www. towerbridge.org.uk

Spiders Aren’t So Scary, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD

5-7pm. Take your family along to meet some of the park’s spiders and find out about their lives from the nature experts. Suitable for adults and families. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Charges apply. To book visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hall-park

Howl’o’ween, Chessington World of Adventures, KT9 2NE

Ship Shape Saturdays, HMS Belfast, SE1 2JH

Until 31 Dec

Mini Morley – Family Workshop, Morley College, Stockwell Centre, SW4 6RA

Ride rollercoasters in the dark and experience Chessington’s spookiest rides and shows this Halloween. Walk through award-winning attractions, meet creepy animals and dress up for the daily fancy dress competition. For more information and to book, visit www.chessington. com

Bird Feed with a Warden, WWT London Wetland Centre, SW13 9WT

(Sat and Sun only) 3pm. Join wardens as they feed the beautiful water birds from around the globe. Discover more about WWT’s conservation work and the birds they are helping to save from extinction. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www.wwt.org.uk/wetlandcentres/london

October Thurs 17 Oct

Fungal Foray, Farthing Downs and New Hill, CR5 1DA

11am-1pm. Delve into the wonderful world of mushrooms alongside an expert guide as you seek fungi on Farthing Downs. Suggested donation of £3 per person. Booking essential. For more information and to book visit www.citycommons.eventbrite. co.uk.

Thurs 17 Oct – Sat 2 Nov

Lord Vampyre’s Halloween Brick or Treat, LEGOLAND®, Windsor, SL4 4AY LEGOLAND’s newest resident monster, the fang-tastic Lord Vampyre, is throwing the ultimate

(Also 26 Oct). 11am-1pm, 2-4pm. All hands on deck. This iconic warship needs your help to keep it in tip-top condition. Discover what it takes to conserve HMS Belfast, the largest object in IWM’s collection. Charges apply. Drop-in. For more details visit www.iwm.org.uk

1.30-3.30pm. Build your London. Make the changes you want to see in a collaborative clay cityscape. Part of the St Michaels Arts Festival. For more information visit www. morleycollege.ac.uk

Sat 19 – Sun 20 Oct Animals in Conflict, IWM London, SE1 6HZ

10am-4pm. See the new Puffin/IWM publication Tales of Amazing Animal Heroes jump off the page with interactive storytelling adventures around the museum. Leading vet charity PDSA will tell stories of incredible dogs, pigeons, horses and cats who have been awarded the PDSA Dickin Medal. For more information visit www.iwm.org.uk

Sat 19 – Wed 23 Oct

Pumpkin Carving Fest, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD 11am-4pm. Drop into the Stableyard to pick your pumpkin, create your crazy carving and light it with an LED tea light candle. Children must be accompanied by an adult and supervised during the pumpkin carving activity. Charges apply. To book visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ morden-hall-park

For lots more What’s On ideas see page 8

Story telling adventures at Southside?

Say no more. Join us this half term at Southside shopping centre for a story telling adventure like no other. Bringing to life classic fairy-tales such as Little Red Riding Hood and Fantastic Feel-good, Mr Fox, these interactive story funny and filled telling events will delight the with audience audience with the magic participation this is of stories. certainly one to add to your family half term activity calendar. See the full schedule of stories below;

Saturday 19th October

The Lion Inside showing at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm

Sunday 20th October

The Smartest Giant in Town showing at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm

Wednesday 23rd October

Little Red Riding Hood showing at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm

Friday 25th October

Fantastic Mr Fox showing at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm Visit southsidewandsworth.com/Storytellingadventures to find out more and sign up! What better way to keep the kids entertained this half term?

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What’s On

More What’s On Your family diary for October and November

October Sat 19 – Fri 25 Oct

Storytelling Adventures, Southside Shopping Centre, Wandsworth, SW18 4TF

Interactive storytelling events which bring to life classic fairy tales such as Little Red Riding Hood and Fantastic Mr Fox. Feel-good, funny and filled with audience participation to delight everyone with the magic of stories. For more information and to book visit www.southsidewandsworth.com.

Sat 19 – Sun 27 Oct

Family Mission: D-Day Edition, HMS Belfast, SE1 2JH

11am-1pm and 2-4pm. As a team, use your Kit Bag to find hidden messages, predict the weather for sailing, discover ship life and crack Morse code.You will also learn about the biggest invasion in history as you explore HMS Belfast. For more details visit www.iwm.org.uk

Pumpkin Quiz Trail, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, SW11 4NJ

Purchase a quiz sheet upon entry and use the clues to work out, and find, which animals have put out pumpkins this Halloween Half Term. Entry charges apply. For more information visit www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Sat 19 Oct – Sat 2 Nov

Creepy Creatures Halloween Trail, Positively Putney, Putney Town Centre Follow the trail to all corners of the town centre and find the twelve spooky characters in shop windows finishing in Kids Stuff where you can collect your prize. Make a day of it and stop at one of Putney’s great family restaurants or cafes for lunch or take an autumnal walk along the River. For more information and to download your trail visit www. positivelyputney.co.uk.

Sat 19 Oct – Sun 3 Nov

Wildlife Researchers, WWT London Wetland Centre, SW13 9WT

10.30am and 2pm - Grab a net and go pond dipping. 1pm - Birdwatching: Migration Watch, gaze through binoculars and help find the winter visitors. 11.15am and 2.45pm - Wild Play: Leaf Heroes, make a leaf hero and parachute. For more details visit www. wwt.org.uk/wetlandcentres/london.

Ascarium, SEA LIFE Brighton, BN2 1TB

Join in this October Half Term and follow the immersive trail to find the missing potion ingredients hidden throughout the displays. Deliver the ingredient list directly to the spooky Sea Witch in her lair, who will reward brave guests for their help with an exclusive reward. For more information visit www.visitsealife. com/brighton

14 Oct - 24 Nov ‘19

Scarecrow Trail, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD

10am-4pm. A new trail for family fun. Pick up your trail at the Garden Centre and look out for clues to help the scarecrows find what they’ve lost. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hall-park

Autumn Antics, Royal Botanical Gardens Kew, Richmond, TW9 3AB

Visit Kew’s mini fringe festival with activities and performances. Discover the amazing tales hidden within plants’ names through a programme of storytelling. Perform on stage with the School of Comedy, get on first name terms with fungi in interactive workshops and more. For more information visit www.kew.org

Mon 21 Oct

Building Bugs, The Garden Museum, SE1 7LB

2-4pm. Take inspiration from the creatures found in What to Look For in the Garden: A Ladybird Books Exhibition to create your own creepy crawly. Work with artist Bethan Durie and experiment with new techniques to construct your bug using natural and upcycled material. For more information and to book visit www.gardenmuseum.org.uk

Mon 21 – Sat 26 Oct

Story Seekers, IWM London, SE1 6HZ

(Selected dates). 10am-1pm, 2-5pm. Families can learn together about the global impact of conflict from the First World War and Second World War to today, getting hands-on with real artefacts and exploring some of the most interesting and unusual stories in the collection. For more information visit www.iwm.org.uk

Halloween Tricks and Treats, Woodcote Green, Wallington, SM6 0SU

10am, 11.30am, 2pm, 3.30pm. Comedy magician Ritchie Rosson returns to Woodcote Green this Halloween to trick you with his spooktacular magic and treat you with his side-splitting gags. There will also be a prize for the best fancy dress at every show. Ages 4-11. For more information visit www. woodcotegreen.com

Our listings are prepared a long time in advance. To make sure you have up to date details do contact the event nearer the time to make sure the information hasn’t changed.

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Mon 21 – Sun 27 Oct The Fairy Tale Trail, Royal Festival Hall, SE1 8XX

Set off on a do-it-yourself adventure for families, as magical as the words ‘once-upon-a-time’. Guided by a playful trail kit, discover the secrets of your favourite fairy tales through cryptic puzzle-solving, creative looking, drawing and games. For more details visit www.southbankcentre. co.uk

Tues 22 Oct

Improvisation and Theatre Games, National Theatre, SE1 9PX

11am-1pm, 2-4pm. No script, no props, no costumes! How can you create theatre magic from absolutely nothing? In this imaginative and playful family workshop use games and improvisation to discover how you can make theatre anywhere. Ages 7-12. Booking essential. For more details and to book visit www. nationaltheatre.org.uk.

Family Activity Day, Tower Bridge Exhibition, SE1 2UP

10am-4pm. Go along and enjoy some fun family activities inside Tower Bridge. All activities are included in the price of your admission ticket. For more details visit www. towerbridge.org.uk

Meet Veterans and Eyewitnesses, IWM London, SE1 6HZ

(Also 24 Oct). 11am-1pm. Meet veterans and eyewitnesses from home and overseas who have lived through periods of conflict and hear more about their first-hand experiences. Free event with general admission. For more details visit www.iwm.org.uk

Storytelling with Miss Nightingale, Florence Nightingale Museum, SE1 7EW

11am-1pm and 1.30-3.30pm. Join Miss Nightingale for a storytelling session in the new Family Corner. Dress up as a nurse and discover how Florence made hospitals better for patients and nurses and how she still inspires people today. For more details visit www.florence-nightingale.co.uk

Chocolate Tuesday, Chelsea Physic Garden, SW3 4HS

10.30am-2.30pm. Learn about the history, geography and science behind the tree that eventually leads to chocolate. The day includes craft activities, a Garden tour, chocolate tasting and the chance to create your own mixtures to take away. Ages 6-11. To book visit www. chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk

Hedgehog Day, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, SW11 4NJ

11am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm. The PTES (People’s Trust for Endangered Species) will be giving advice on how you can help to make a difference to the survival of these lovely spiky creatures. Hedgehog story time, Hedgehog arts and crafts and, if he’s awake, the chance to meet a real hedgehog. Drop-in. Entry charges apply. For more information visit www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Tues 22 – Thurs 24 Oct Family Sketching Salon, The National Gallery, WC2N 5DN

11am-4pm. Sketch together as a family to capture paintings and places in playful ways. Try out tools and techniques with an artist to discover creative ways into wellbeing. Drop-in event. For more details visit www.nationalgallery. org.uk

Wed 23 Oct

Creating Folk Tales with The Herd, National Theatre, SE1 9PX

11am-1pm, 2-4pm. Make explosive new drama with theatre-makers, The Herd. Create a story with a playwright, design the setting for your story and work with a director to stage the action. A great introduction to theatre-making. Ages 7-12. Booking essential. For more details and to book visit www. nationaltheatre.org.uk.

Meet Veterans and Eyewitnesses, HMS Belfast, SE1 2JH

11am-3pm. Meet veterans and eyewitnesses from home and overseas who have lived through periods of conflict and hear more about their first-hand experiences. Free event with general admission. For more details visit www.iwm. org.uk

The Art of the Garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, SW3 4HS

Create art and craft inspired by a ‘world tour’ of the garden, taking in vampire plants, spiky cacti, tropical treasures, medicines, perfumes, seeds and ferns, worms, tadpoles, birds, vegetables and more. Ages 7+. For more details and to book visit www.chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk

Anansi Dance and Storytelling Workshop, Unicorn Theatre, SE1 2HZ (Also 25 Oct). 12.30pm. After the performance, go along on a musical journey to the dancing world of Anansi and his famous stories. This event is part of UpClub+. Ages 3-7. For more details and to book visit www.unicorntheatre.com/Anansi

Falling Leaves, The Garden Museum, SE1 7LB

2-4pm. Work as a family to create your own hanging leaf mobile. Take inspiration from What to Look For

For lots more What’s On ideas see page 20...

Happy Halloween and More days out...

Creepy Putney Follow the Spooky Putney Creepy Creatures Halloween trail between 19 October and 2 November, taking you to all corners of the town centre. Find the twelve spooky characters in shop windows, finishing in Kids Stuff where you can collect your prize. Trails are available to download from www.positivelyputney. co.uk or copies can be collected in businesses on the trail. Why not make a day of it and stop at one of Putney’s great family restaurants and cafes for lunch or take an autumnal walk along the River? The trail is organised by Positively Putney BID, funded by local businesses making Putney a welcoming place to shop, live and work.

This autumn Kew will host an exciting line up of Autumn Antics with a mini fringe festival between Saturday 19 October and Sunday 3 November with an array of fun-filled workshops, performances and storytelling. Discover the fascinating tales, legends and people behind plant names. From gods and goddesses to famous explorers and historical figures, there are centuries of anecdotes to be discovered with storyteller Rachel Rose Reid. Kids will have the chance to get on stage with the School of Comedy and learn how to entertain a crowd, improvisation techniques and tips on how to write hilarious jokes. Delve into the world of fungi names through interactive sessions and follow specially made trails to find fungi in the Gardens. Kew experts will have real-life specimens to examine. You will also be welcomed inside the festival tents to explore Kew’s wild stories and the discoveries that have shaped the Gardens. For more information, visit www.kew.org Photo credit: RBG Kew

14 Oct - 24 Nov ‘19

Happy Halloween and More Days Out...

Comedy and Stories this Half Term at Kew

Happy Halloween and More Days Out...

Story Telling Adventures at Southside Join Southside Shopping Centre this October Half Term for a story telling adventure like no other. Bringing to life classic fairy tales such as Little Red Riding Hood and Fantastic Mr Fox, these interactive story telling events will delight audiences with the magic of stories. Feel-good, funny and filled with audience participation, this is certainly one to add to your family half term activity calendar. If you’re sitting near the front, be prepared to unleash your inner acting talents as you may be called up to take centre stage as one of the characters in the stories.

This trail is suitable for all ages with sensory elements for younger ones and is packed full of fun facts for older children to learn how they can help British wildlife prepare for winter. Can you help the squirrel find his hidden acorns and the spider catch her dinner? Children will be guided by the directions in a specially created booklet to complete each activity and help feed each animal found in the garden at Ham. If learning about their autumn wildlife is not spooky enough for you, then Ham House invites you to test your mettle on one of their Family Ghost Tours. Specially for October Half Term, these tours give you a fun and spooky glimpse into the stories of the other-worldly residents at Ham House. Booking is essential so check the website for details and tickets.

There will be a small entry fee of £3 per child with all proceeds being donated to Barnardo’s children’s charity. On Saturday 19 October the story will be The Lion Inside and on 20 October it will be The Smartest Giant in Town. Little Red Riding Hood will be on 23 October and on the 25 October audiences will be able to see Fantastic Mr Fox. For more information, please visit www. southsidewandsworth.com.

Autumnwatch Experience with WWT Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a TV presenter or wildlife researcher? Well now you can find out, with WWT London’s new Autumnwatch Experience. Take on the role of a wildlife researcher and set off into the wild exploring the award-winning nature reserve. Discover fascinating wetland wildlife and conservation facts, and then have a go at being a TV presenter at the centre’s Autumnwatch set. The interactive space at the London Wetland Centre is set up with everything you need to become a wildlife presenter, including real wildlife footage. Use your own research plus the species fact sheets to create your script, then get ready to film. Get comfy on the sofa, grab your notes and lights, camera, action! Impress everyone with your presenting skills by sharing your video with the hashtag #WWTwildlifepresenter.nIfg you chi t and prefer to stay behind the scenes you can take the director’s un Ochair c a L hold up cue cards for your friends. bc

Find out more about all these events at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ ham-house-and-garden.

Carriage Rides at Morden Hall Park This Christmas, you’ll be able to see Morden Hall Park from a cosy vintage tram-style carriage pulled by Shire horses. Take your friends and family along for 30 minutes of festive fun. Carriage rides run on the weekends of 7 - 8, 14 – 15 and 21 - 22 December between 10am and 4pm. Tickets cost £16 per adult and £12 per child. Family tickets are available and booking is essential. The pantomime is coming for the first time to Morden Hall Park. Jack and the Beanstalk will run on 7 and 8 December at 11am and 1.30pm. Fee! Fi! Fo! Fum! I smell a panto that’s full of fun. Adult tickets cost £18 and children’s are £15.

London Wetland Centre

experience Swap your sofa for our Autumnwatch sofa! Have a go at being a TV presenter and wildlife researcher this autumn.

While you’re at WWT London, there are also many autumn activities to try. From 19 October to 3 November, go pond dipping, make your own mini leaf parachute and go bird watching to learn about the amazing birds that turn up on site – who knows what you’ll see?

Autumn at Ham House and Garden The autumn season is full of wonderful tastes, sights and smells. Enjoy it all at Ham House with children’s trails, spooky stories and animal workshops. In the gardens, humans are not the only ones gathering in the last of this year’s fruit and vegetables. The animals are gathering in their harvests too to help them prepare for winter. Can you help them find their food? 10

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Why not warm up at one of the Park’s three cafes and indulge yourselves with some handmade food or browse in the garden centre for Christmas gifts and trees? All money raised at the events, cafes and garden centre helps look after Morden Hall Park. For more information, please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk.

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Alternatively, settle down for a cosy Storytime with Mother Christmas on 5, 6, 12 and 13 December between 9.30 and 10.15am for a festive storytelling session for under-5s. Tickets cost £5 per child. Book online or call 03442 491 895. Special weekday slots to visit Father Christmas are also available to accompany this event costing £12 per child. Make sure to check the website for availability.

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at Ham House and Garden Autumn is full of wonderful tastes, sights and smells. In the gardens, we are not the only ones gathering in the last of this year’s fruit and vegetables, the animals are gathering in their harvests too. Join us this season with our children’s trails, spooky stories, and animal workshops.

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Visit Father Christmas at Morden Hall Park Weekends 23 & 24, 30 November 1, 7 & 8, 14 & 15 December

Come and see Father Christmas in his cosy, enchanted grotto and receive a gift chosen just for you. Send a postcard to Father Christmas via our special postcard express. Online booking essential. £12 per child.

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Sophie’s Daddy say when he gets home? Join the Tiger, Sophie and her Mummy and Daddy, in this musical slice of teatime mayhem with sing-a-long songs, oodles of magic and interactive fun. The show is an ideal introduction to live theatre for children aged three and above and the perfect Christmas treat for the whole family. Tickets start from £14.50. For more details go to www. tigerstealive.com or call the Box Office on 020 7930 8800. The show has a total run time of 55 minutes and is suitable for ages 3+.

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The Olivier Award nominated stage production of The Tiger Who Came to Tea is coming back to the West End for Christmas, opening at Theatre Royal Haymarket on 9 December and playing until 5 January. The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her Mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big furry, stripy tiger! When Sophie and her Mummy welcome the hungry Tiger to tea, he proceeds to eat all the sandwiches, buns, biscuits and more. He even manages to drink all the water in the tap! What will

Let’s All Dance is a professional dance company creating shows for family audiences. Artistic Director, Orit Sutton, told Primary Times, “We believe passionately that dance and the Arts should be accessible to everyone. We tour extensively and keep our ticket prices as low as possible to ensure thousands of children every year can watch and be inspired by the magic of live dance. It’s never too early to introduce children to the wonder of live theatre and we pride ourselves on engaging all our young audiences for the whole show.” The company’s very first production and one of their most popular, The Princess & The Frog, is back on tour during October Half Term and will visit some lovely venues including Omnibus Theatre, Clapham, and Michael Frayn Theatre, Kingston-upon-Thames. This charming show has delighted thousands of children and their families over the

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Can You Wait for Christmas?

Can’t Wait for Christmas! at the Orange Tree Theatre in Richmond is festive fun for everyone aged 3–10 and their families! Jessie’s dad has got her a lovely little present. It’s all wrapped up and tied with a beautiful bow. She can’t wait to open it, but she isn’t allowed to until Christmas Day. Jessie shakes it and sniffs it and tries to sneak a peek, but Dad puts it just out of her reach and keeps a close eye on it. To keep her amused, he has laid a secret advent trail for her to follow. Jessie discovers a fun-filled journey filled with magical surprises that capture her imagination. With gorgeous original live music, some gentle audience participation and maybe a Brussel sprout or two, this charming Christmas treat returns by popular demand. The Stage gave it four stars and described it as “magically brought to life” and Essential Surrey said “enchanting... live music, laughter and plenty of audience participation.” Even more importantly, the audience love it too. Louisa, aged 4

said, “It was so good. I really, really want to be Jessie and the snowman’s friend” and Isaac, aged 5 said, “I love Christmas and I love all the things in the story”. Photo credit: Robert Day

Billionaire Boy at Richmond Theatre

The adaptation of David Walliams’ bestselling story Billionaire Boy is playing at Richmond Theatre from 30 October to 2 November. This story of friendship, childhood and what money really means is one that the whole family will enjoy. Joe Spud is twelve years old and the richest boy in the country. He has his own sports car, two crocodiles as pets and £100,000 a week pocket money! But what Joe doesn’t have is a friend. So he decides to leave his posh school and start at the local one, but things don’t go as planned for Joe and his life becomes a rollercoaster as he tries to find what money can’t buy. This is the third collaboration between David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company, following the Olivier nominated Gangsta Granny and the critically acclaimed production of Awful Auntie. Billionaire Boy started life as a David Walliams novel for children in 2010 and was filmed for the BBC in 2016. It looks set to be the biggest and brightest show yet. To buy tickets for Billionaire Boy at the Richmond Theatre and for more information visit www.atgtickets.com. Photo credit: Mark Douet

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past few years. With the perfect length and content for young children and stunning professional dancing, it is a wonderful introduction to ballet and a great treat for young and old. It combines superb dancing, crystal clear storytelling and stunning costumes. There are photo opportunities for children with the dancers after every performance. Let’s All Dance is also touring Alice in Wonderland over half term and then The Nutcracker for the Christmas season. For full tour dates and venues as well as info about school classes and parties, visit www.lets-all-dance.co.uk, email info@lets-all-dance.co.uk or call 020 8265 4634.

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What’s on at The New Wimbledon Theatre Cinderella Shall Go to the Ball

Join Cinderella at the New Wimbledon Theatre as she goes from rags to riches, outwits her wicked sisters and meets her dashing Prince Charming. Packed with all of the traditional pantomime ingredients audiences expect, Cinderella features laugh-outloud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses. You shall go to the ball at Christmas with this spectacular family pantomime Cinderella!

Melody Thornton is an American singer-songwriter, dancer and television personality. Having risen to global stardom as the youngest member of the successful pop group, The Pussycat Dolls, Melody held a prominent vocal role in the group and can be heard on the band’s most successful hits. They are joined by comedian, magician and television regular Pete Firman. Cinderella marks Pete’s third foray into the world of pantomime for producers Qdos Entertainment and his return to New Wimbledon Theatre, having won rave reviews for his role as Wishee Washee opposite Paul Merton in last year’s successful production of Aladdin. Cinderella will be running from 7 December – 5 January. For more information, please visit www.atgtickets.com/wimbledon.

Annie Goes to New Wimbledon Theatre

Starring Samantha Womack as The Wicked Stepmother, Lesley Garrett as The Fairy Godmother, Melody Thornton from Pussycat Dolls as Cinderella and, returning to Wimbledon, Pete Firman as Buttons, this really is a stellar cast. Wicked Stepmother, Samantha Womack is an actress and singer best-known for her role in EastEnders as the late Ronnie Mitchell. She is establishing herself as one of the country’s most prolific actresses. Joining her and making her pantomime debut, is awardwinning soprano, musician, broadcaster and actress Lesley Garrett. In addition to her stage work, Lesley was a contestant on the first series of the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing.

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The smash-hit production of Annie will be going to Wimbledon for one week only direct from London’s West End. Described as a ‘glorious revival’ by The Times, the production stars Birds of a Feather’s Lesley Joseph as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan. Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Her luck soon changes when she’s chosen to spend a fairy tale Christmas with famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks. Meanwhile, spiteful Miss Hannigan has other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search for her true family.

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With its Tony® award-winning book and score, including the unforgettable songs It’s the Hard-Knock Life, Easy Street, I Don’t Need Anything but You and Tomorrow, you can bet your bottom dollar that you’ll love it. The production has received numerous great reviews, including four stars from The Times and The Daily Telegraph, and has been described as, “An all-singing all-dancing triumph” by OK! Magazine. Annie will be running at The New Wimbledon Theatre from Monday 11 – Saturday 16 November. For more information and to book your tickets visit www.atgtickets.com/wimbledon

How The Grinch Stole Christmas

Discover the magic of Dr Seuss’ classic story How The Grinch Stole Christmas as it comes to life for the first time ever in the UK at New Wimbledon Theatre from the 1 – 3 November. Featuring the hit songs You’re A Mean One, Mr Grinch and Welcome Christmas, The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he bargained for in this heart-warming and hilarious musical. Starring Ed Baker-Duly as the Grinch and X-Factor’s Matt Terry as Young Max. Packed full of wonderful songs, and magnificent sets and costumes inspired by Dr Seuss, this is a heartwarming and hilarious musical for all the family. Discover the whimsical world of Whoville and the scheming Grinch whose heart is ‘two sizes too small’, as he attempts to steal Christmas away from the Whos, an endlessly joyful bunch bursting with holiday cheer. Join in the Christmas spirit with the show that critics have called “A genius of a show! A total delight for both kids and adults!” Buy your tickets now at www.atgtickets.com/Wimbledon

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Michael Frayn Theatre Kingstonupon-Thames

Box Office: www. michaelfrayntheatre.com 19 Oct

The Princess and the Frog

Family Theatre Battersea Arts Centre

Box Office: 020 7223 2223 22 – 24 Oct

The Day I Fell Into a Book

Using binaural sound recordings, intricate lighting technology and projection to take the audience into a lost world of classic myths and legends, the stories seep into the room and come alive. Ages 8-12.

30 Nov – 31 Dec

Goldilocks and the Three Musketeers

The story begins as the mischievous Goldilocks flees from the Three Bears into the deep, dark wood. As she stumbles down a rabbit hole to escape, she finds herself in Wonderland! Ages 4+.

Colour House Theatre Merton Abbey Mills

Box Office: 020 8542 5511 Until 10 Nov

Robin Hood and Maid Marian

(Selected dates) Hidden away in Sherwood Forest, Robin Hood, Maid Marian and their trusted Merry Men, battle the evil Sheriff of Nottingham and his sidekick Guy of Gisbourn.

The Exchange Twickenham

Box Office: 020 8240 2399 30 Oct

Disgusting Songs for Revolting Children Jay Foreman, an award-winning musical comedian, provides a devilishly cheeky hour of songs, poems and comedy for children of all ages in this family friendly show. 16

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Unbelievable Science Expect explosive thrills, chemical spills and a risk assessment that gives Morgan & West’s stage manager chills, all backed up by the daring duo’s trademark wit, charm and detailed knowledge of the scientific method.

16 – 30 Dec

Sleeping Beauty

This hilariously witty take on the classic fairy tale will entertain the whole family at the Exchange Theatre’s first ever pantomime.

Hammond Theatre Hampton

Box Office: www. thehammondtheatre.co.uk 17 Nov

Singing Hands Christmas Show

After sell-out tours around the UK, Let’s All Dance is delighted to return with this beautiful, classical ballet to charm audiences young and old. Ages 2-9.

London Coliseum

Box Office 020 7845 9300 11 Dec – 5 Jan

Nutcracker

In this magical Christmas tradition for the whole family, join Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker doll as she battles with the Mouse King and meets a handsome stranger.

New Wimbledon

Box Office: www.atgtickets. com/wimbledon 23 – 26 Oct

The Wizard of Oz

This classic, family-friendly tale features munchkins, rainbows and all your favourite songs from the timeless 1939 film starring Judy Garland.

1 – 3 Nov

How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical

The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he bargained for in this heart-warming and Enjoy hilarious musical, the show! based on Dr Seuss’ And don’t hugely popular forget to say books made you saw it in famous by the film adaptions. Ages 4+. Primary

Kick-start your festive season with Singing Hands at the Annual Christmas Charity Singalong, Times! featuring an eclectic 11 – 16 Nov mix of Makaton-signed Annie Christmas carols, festive Set in 1930s New York during rhymes, vintage tunes and the The Great Depression, brave odd Christmas pop classic. young Annie is forced to live a

Hampton Hill Theatre Box Office: 08458 387 529 7 Dec – 14 Dec

King Arthur in Space – The Panto Cheer the clean-cut Arthur and space vixen Gwen, boo the evil and greedy Mrs Morgan and her comedy henchmen in this re-imagined Arthurian legend with added robots, aliens and Merlin, the talking computer.

life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Her luck soon changes when she’s chosen to spend a fairy tale Christmas with famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks.

7 Dec – 5 Jan

Cinderella

Packed with all of the traditional pantomime ingredients audiences expect, Cinderella features laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses.

12 – 24 Dec

Santa Claus and the Night Before Christmas

A truly unforgettable experience which includes bubbles and the magical moment when snowflakes fall over the audience, this interactive show is a must-see over the festive season.

Omnibus Theatre Clapham Common

Box Office: 020 7498 4699 24 – 27 Oct

Emily Rising

Emily wakes up one bright autumn morning to find that her feet can’t touch the ground, and no one can understand why. She’s not scared at all – it’s fun being high up. Ages 7-11.

27 Oct

The Princess and The Frog

Once upon a time there was a beautiful princess. She loved playing with her golden ball but one day she drops it in the pond. When a very friendly frog offers to retrieve it in exchange for her friendship, she is far from keen. Ages 2-9.

Orange Tree Richmond

Box Office: 020 8940 3633 14 – 29 Dec

Can’t Wait for Christmas! Jessie’s dad has got her a lovely little present. It’s all wrapped up, and tied with a beautiful bow. She can’t wait to open it, but she isn’t allowed to until Christmas day. Ages 3+.

OSO Arts Centre SW13

Box Office: 020 8876 9885 20 Oct

Comedy Club 4 Kids

(Also 17 Nov). Since 2005, the Comedy Club 4 Kids has been getting the best standups and sketch acts from the international circuit to do their thing for children (aged 6+) and their families… but without the rude bits!

Box Office: 020 8788 6943 17 – 22 Dec

Treasure Island

With swashbuckling pirates and seafaring shanties, this twist on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic tale of exploration, friendship and betrayal will delight adults and children of all ages.

Richmond Theatre Box Office: 08448 717 651

Box Office: www.atgtickets. com/wimbledon 11 Dec – 5 Jan

The Paper Dolls

A little girl makes a string of paper dolls in this fantastical adventure from Polka Theatre. She takes them by the hand and they fly through the air, until they are confronted with some very sharp scissors… Ages 3-6.

TARA Arts Earlsfield

30 Oct – 2 Nov

Billionaire Boy

Joe Spud is twelve years old and the richest boy in the country! He has his own sports car, two crocodiles as pets and £100,000 a week pocket money! But what Joe doesn’t have is a friend.

7 Dec – 5 Jan

Snow White

Box Office: 020 8333 4457 22 – 26 Oct

Five Little Monkeys

Join Sue the Zoo Keeper as she struggles to get mischievous Little Monkey to bed on Christmas Eve and discovers that numbers are all around us. Ages 2-6.

Theatre 503 Packed with all of the traditional pantomime ingredients Battersea Richmond audiences have Box Office: 020 7978 7040 come to expect, Snow White 20 – 21 Oct and the Seven Dwarfs Seeking Isolde will be spectacularly Enjoy Horrid Histories brought to life with the show! meets the world’s an abundance of geekiest Indiana comedy, sensational And don’t Jones. A family song and dance forget to say show for ages 6+. numbers, fabulous you saw it in costumes and Primary 4 – 31 Dec stunning scenery. Rose Kingston

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Oi Frog & Friends!

Join Frog, Cat and Dog in this new action-packed stage adaptation of Kes Gray and Jim Field’s bestselling books. Songs, puppets, laughs and more rhymes than you can shake a chime at. Ages 3+.

5 Nov

Peter and the Wolf

A magical family concert where you’ll meet a hero, a duck and a wolf, in a fascinating story about a boy called Peter! Ages 3-7.

6 Dec – 5 Jan

The Snow Queen

When the mysterious Northern Lights appear over the city one cold, winter’s day, no one suspects they might be accompanied by the Snow Queen, searching for hidden children of magic.

503 Panto

We all know how a panto is meant to go (oh no we don’t… shhh!). The hero wins, the villain loses, someone gets married and they all live happily ever after… until now…

Goldilocks and the Three Musketeers

The story begins as the mischievous Goldilocks flees from the Three Bears into the deep, dark wood. As she stumbles down a rabbit hole to escape, she finds herself in Wonderland. All is not well however. Teaming up with the three musketeers and a whole host of fairy tale favourites (with a little help from the audience), can Goldilocks rescue Wonderland and live happily ever after before it’s too late? With original live music, songs and plenty of chances to join in, Goldilocks and the Three Musketeers is a madcap festive adventure that will keep young audiences spellbound. Goldilocks and the Three Musketeers is being produced by Sleeping Trees, whose previous productions of Cinderella and the Beanstalk and Scrooge and the Seven Dwarves have received numerous five star reviews, with one being described as having ‘all the thrills and silliness that anybody old or young could want from a Christmas show.’ All performances of the show will be relaxed and there will be BSL interpreted performances on Saturday 14 December at 2pm and Saturday 28 December at 6pm. The show will run from 30 November to 31 December at Battersea Arts Centre. For more information, please visit www.bac.org.uk.

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30 Nov - 31 Dec

Theatre Royal Haymarket, SW1

Box Office: 020 7930 8800 9 Dec – 5 Jan

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful live show packed with magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning children’s play adapted from the classic family story of teatime mayhem.

The Old Vic SE1

Box Office: 08448 717 628 23 Nov – 19 Jan

A Christmas Carol

The Old Vic’s A Christmas Carol fills the auditorium to the brim with mince pies, music and merriment. A unique staging immerses the audience in this uplifting story.

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The English National Ballet’s Nutcracker

This magical Christmas ballet for all the family returns to the London Coliseum from 11 December until 5 January. Over 100 dancers and musicians bring Nutcracker to life with exquisite dancing, beautiful sets and Tchaikovsky’s glorious score played live. On a sparkling Christmas Eve in a frost-dusted Edwardian London, Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker doll discover a magical world, where she battles with the Mouse King and meets a handsome stranger. As the air grows colder, Clara and her valiant Nutcracker take a hot air balloon ride across London to the glistening Land of Snow where her adventure really begins. From the sound of the orchestra tuning up, to the final bows and cheers, a trip to English National Ballet’s Nutcracker is an unforgettable Christmas treat. Visit www.ballet.org.uk/nutcracker to book or for more information. Great group rates are available. Photo credit: Laurent Liotardo

The Snow Queen at the Rose Theatre

This Christmas, join the Rose Theatre for a spellbinding adaptation of The Snow Queen by Rose Original Productions. When the mysterious Northern Lights appear over the city one winter’s day, no one suspects they might be accompanied by the Snow Queen, searching for hidden children of magic. In an

orphanage tucked away in a forgotten part of town, Gerda discovers her best friend has been lured to the frozen north. Although she knows a trap has been laid for her, Gerda has no choice but to follow. Her perilous adventure involves abduction by pirates, an unlikely friendship with a reindeer and a great battle between elves and trolls. Hans Christian Andersen’s beloved story is a journey of friendship, love and self-realisation. This enchanting new adaptation features a wealth of local talent from the Rose Youth Theatre alongside a professional cast in a story full of Christmas heart. It will be running from Friday 6 December to Sunday 5 January at the Rose Theatre Kingston. For more information, please visit www.rosetheatrekingston.org or call their box office on 020 8174 0090.

Exchange Theatre Celebrates Second Birthday

The Exchange Theatre in Twickenham will shortly be celebrating its second birthday and has an exciting autumn programme of live events lined up with something for everyone. This 300 seat venue has established itself with the public in the Twickenham area and has already run several successful children’s shows. This autumn they are building on that with two great, fun afternoon family events. In the October Half Term holiday, Jay Foreman’s ‘Disgusting Songs for Revolting Children’ on 30 October at 2.30pm is closely followed by the science magic of Morgan & West in their show ‘Unbelievable Science’ on 2 November at 2pm. Both shows

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Win a Family Ticket to The Snow Queen at the Rose When the mysterious Northern Lights appear over the city one cold, winter’s day, no one suspects they might be accompanied by the Snow Queen, searching for hidden children of magic. In an orphanage tucked away in a forgotten part of town, Gerda discovers her best friend has been lured to the frozen north. Although she knows the trap has been laid for her, Gerda has no choice but to follow. Her perilous adventure involves abduction by pirates, an unlikely friendship with a reindeer and a great battle between elves and trolls.

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are well suited to 6 – 14 year olds. Then at Christmas, pantomime comes to Twickenham in the shape of Sleeping Beauty. There are two shows a day between 16 and 30 December. School trips are encouraged before the end of term. Sleeping Beauty is performed by a team of West End professionals. Go along and join Prince Florin, Nurse Nanny Nelly, and Jingles the Jester as they attempt to rescue Princess Beauty. More details and tickets are available from www. exchangetwickenham.co.uk or by calling 0208 240 2399.

To win a family ticket (for four people) to see The Snow Queen this Christmas at the Rose, as well as some goody bags, all you have to do is visit the Rose Theatre website (www.rosetheatrekingston.org) and tell us the name of the reindeer featured in the show! Is it A. Rudolph, B. Trixie or C. Bancu? Send your answer to us along with your name, age, address, school and phone number to Rose Theatre Competition, Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London SE12 8LG or email your answer together with your details to competitions@primarytimes.biz with ‘Rose Theatre’ as the subject by Friday 8 November.

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October in the Garden: A Ladybird Books Exhibition and use weaving, tying and cutting techniques on both natural and upcycled materials under the guidance of artist Bethan Durie. For more information and to book visit www.gardenmuseum.org.uk

Thurs 24 Oct

Fire and Food, Kenley Common, CR8 5ES

1.30-3pm. Back by popular demand! Make bread on a stick over a fire and a warming cup of hot chocolate. Suggested donation of £3 per person. Booking essential. For more information and to book visit www. citycommons.eventbrite.co.uk.

Lotions and Potions, Chelsea Physic Garden, SW3 4HS

10.30am-2.30pm. Can a poison be a medicine? Explore a brief history of medicine and find out about the folklore of plants and ‘witchcraft’, learning how the power of plants can heal and soothe. Ages 8+. For more details and to book visit www. chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk

Spider Day, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, SW11 4NJ

11am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm. There will be lots of fun eight-legged crafts and story time, the chance to find out about the wonderful ways spiders are actually helpful and the chance to meet a real hairy spider. Drop-in. Entry charges apply. For more information visit www. batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Thurs 24 – Fri 25 Oct

Survival Adventure Game, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD

10am and 2pm. A thrilling adventure with survival resources to collect and craft tools to make. Work together with your team, you’ll only have two hours to overcome all the challenges. (Drop off activity for 8-16yrs old). Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/morden-hall-park

Thurs 24 – Sat 26 Oct

Harvest Celebration, Borough Market, SE1 1TL

There will be a story orchard and demonstrations from fruit and vegetable trader Turnips on pumpkin carving – just in time for Halloween. On Fri the ‘Young Marketeers’ (children from local schools) will be selling their school-grown Harvest produce for food waste charity FareShare. For more information visit www.boroughmarket.org.uk.

Thurs 24 – Thurs 31 Oct Pumpkin Hunt, Demelza Hospice Care for Children, Various Locations

Looking for things to do with the kids during the half term holidays? Take the whole family along for

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some frightfully good fun at the 2019 Pumpkin Hunt. Children are encouraged to wear fancy dress, and could win a prize. Ages 3-11. For more information visit www.demelza. org.uk

Sat 26 Oct

Boo @ the Zoo, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, SW11 4NJ 11am-12.30pm, 1.30-3.30pm. Dress up and join in with Halloween activities: (Slightly) Spooky Story Time, scary crafts and spooky face painting. Scary surprise boxes - put your hand in and try to guess what’s lurking inside. Drop-in. Usual entry charges apply. For more information visit www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Kids Club, Southside Shopping Centre, Wandsworth, SW18 4TF Autumn-themed Kids Club. Take the kids along to have lots of fun whilst learning. For more information visit www.southsidewandsworth.com

Sat 26 Oct – Sun 3 Nov Autumn Animals Workshop, Ham House and Gardens, Richmond, TW10 7RS

12noon, 1pm, 2pm. Create a bird feeder to help wildlife around you prepare for the winter in this guided workshop (subject to availability). Tickets available on the day only from Visitor Reception. Entry charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-house

Spooky Storytelling, Ham House and Gardens, Richmond, TW10 7RS

12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm. Gather round for some thrilling tales in the back parlour. Hear tales from the past come alive with stories suitable for all ages. Entry charge apply. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-house

Family Ghost Tours, Ham House and Gardens, Richmond, TW10 7RS

6-7.15pm. Have a memorable evening with a ghostly tour of Ham House and Gardens where you will be led through the mansion and grounds at twilight. Ages 7+. Booking essential. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/ham-house

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Nature Detectives: SelfGuided Trail, Kenley Common CR8 5ES

Tread carefully around the Common on the lookout for clues! Find the answer to collect your prize. Suggested donation £2. Meet the Ranger at the tribute near Hayes Lane. No need to book. For more information visit www.citycommons. eventbrite.co.uk.

Matilda The Musical Dance Workshop, Royal Academy of Dance, SW11 3RA

Children can sing and dance to the music and choreography of Matilda with the Royal Academy of Dance. They will take on an ensemble number from the show in this fun and energetic session designed to inspire future performers. Ages 7-13. For more information visit www. royalacademyofdance.org

Sun 27 – Mon 28 Oct

Halloween Activities, Battersea Power Station, SW11 8AH 10am-4.30pm. Get the kids involved with a costume making workshop where they can choose from a range of designs, personalise, then take one to wear. In the ‘storytelling snug’ they’ll have children’s actors read only the best Halloween classics. For more information visit www. batterseapowerstation.co.uk

Mon 28 Oct – Fri 1 Nov

Create and Grow Spooky Half Term, Squires Garden Centre, Twickenham TW2 5PA

10am-4pm. Create and Grow Spooky Half Term is back with all new daily activities to keep your little ghouls entertained. Paint a ceramic bat tealight holder or Halloween Scratch Art Mask. Fancy dress is welcome. Drop in. For more information visit www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Tues 29 Oct

Time Travel Club: Jewels and Gems, The National Archives, Richmond, TW9 4DU

12noon-3pm. A mysterious and precious jewellery box has been discovered – take part in a sensory storytelling adventure to explore its contents and owner. Then make your own jewellery box to take home. Ages 5-7. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www. nationalarchives.gov.uk

Tue 29 Oct – Fri 1 Nov

enjoy a craft activity at the Museum. Ages 5-11. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www. museumofrichmond.com

Thurs 31 Oct

Halloween Night Safari, WWT London Wetland Centre, Barnes, SW13 9WT 4-7pm. Join in for a spooky night time adventure, searching for the wildlife that comes out at night. Build a den to hide from Halloween monsters and make a fire to keep you snug. Finish the evening toasting marshmallows on the campfire, telling scary Halloween stories. Charges Apply. Ages 8+. For more information and to book visit www. wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/london

Time Travel Club: Doodles and Daydreams, The National Archives, Richmond, TW9 4DU 10.30am-12noon. Discover fascinating examples of scribbles throughout history, then experiment in doodling techniques - from scratch art to spray pens - before decorating your own wooden pencil box to doodle at home with. Ages 8-11. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www. nationalarchives.gov.uk

Time Travel Craft Club: Halloween, The National Archives, Richmond, TW9 4DU

12noon-3pm. Families can enjoy a special, Halloween-themed Craft Club at the afternoon session. Dropin, no booking required. Meet in the restaurant. For more information visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk

November Sat 2 Nov

Caterham Fireworks, Dene Field, CR3 5RA

Community fireworks event organised by Caterham Round Table to raise money for local charities. Torch procession from Westway Library at 6.30pm and bonfire lit at 7.15pm. Hot food and drinks available. Build a Guy competition entries to Dene Field by 10.30am. For more information visit www. caterhamroundtable.co.uk.

Morden Park Musical Fireworks Display, Morden Park (middle of the park) SM4

The two special musical fireworks displays are the highlight of this Bonfire Night celebration, as well as fairground rides, stalls and refreshments. Fun fair open from 5.15pm. First fireworks at 6.30pm (suitable for young children), second display at 8.30pm. For more information visit www.merton.gov.uk.

Graveyard Explorers, Museum of Richmond, TW9 1TP

Explore the stories behind the names on the memorials and headstones in St Mary Magdalene’s Church and

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Win a Family Ice Skating Ticket at Hampton Court Palace

Skate back in time this winter against the spectacular backdrop of King Henry VIII’s historic former home. Opening its gates on 22 November, the Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink delivers the very best in festive fun. Perfect for all ages and skating levels from beginners to experts, the spacious Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink is located directly in front of the Tudor Palace and boasts spectacular Thames-side views sure to create an unforgettable day. Got something to celebrate? Party packages are now available to book online, celebrate the festive season in majestic style surrounded by centuries of history! Book your tickets today by visiting hamptoncourtpalaceicerink.co.uk. To be in with a chance of winning one of ten family skating tickets at Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink, tell us how many wives Henry VIII had. See below for details of how to enter.

Win Tickets to See Cinderella at the New Wimbledon Theatre

Competitions

Competitions Join Cinderella at the New Wimbledon Theatre as she goes from rags to riches, outwits her two wicked sisters and meets her dashing Prince Charming. The pantomime is packed with all of the traditional pantomime ingredients audiences expect with laughout-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses. You shall go to the ball this Christmas with the spectacular family pantomime Cinderella!

You can win a family ticket to see Cinderella at the New Wimbledon Theatre for an afternoon performance during the school holidays between 30 December and 3 January (subject to availability). You will also receive a signed programme and drinks and snacks too. For your chance to win, tell us how many wicked sisters Cinderella has. See below for details of how to enter.

Design the Primary Times Christmas Card! Every year, we at Primary Times send out thousands of Christmas cards and we’d like you to help us create the picture for this year’s card. It can be any picture you like to do with Christmas in some way.You might like to make it Father Christmas, a snowman, Rudolf with his red nose or maybe a nativity scene.You can draw or paint your picture on an A4 or A5 piece of card or paper. Our picture shows our card from last year which was designed for us by Gabriel Eufrasia from Blean Primary School. See the bottom of this page for details of how to enter but please note that the closing date for this competition is

Friday 8 November. Teachers and schools are very welcome to send in a whole class’s entries in a single envelope.The winner will see their design used for the Primary Times Christmas card and will also receive fifty copies of the card with envelopes.

Win a Family Ticket to Can’t Wait for Christmas! at the Orange Tree Theatre Can’t Wait for Christmas! at the Orange Tree Theatre in Richmond is festive fun for everyone aged 3–10 and their families. Jessie’s dad has got her a lovely little present. It’s all wrapped up and tied with a beautiful bow. She can’t wait to open it, but she isn’t allowed to until Christmas Day. Jessie shakes it and sniffs it and tries to sneak a peek, but Dad puts it just out of her reach and keeps a close eye on it. To keep her amused, he has laid a secret advent trail for her to follow. Jessie discovers a fun-filled journey filled with magical surprises that capture her imagination. We have a chance for you to win a family ticket (for up to six people) to Can’t Wait for Christmas! at the Orange Tree Theatre in Richmond plus a special opportunity to meet the cast after the show. For your chance to win, tell us the name of the girl in this show. See below for entry details. Photo credit: Robert Day

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 competition name as the subject by Friday 8 November 2019. If you are entering more than one competition you can put all entries in the same envelope.

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What’s On

More What’s On Your family diary for October and November

November Battersea Park Fireworks, Battersea Park, SW11 4NJ

Wandsworth Council are excited to announce this year’s Battersea Park Fireworks. Gates open at 6pm, Bonfire at 7.30pm and fireworks at 8pm. Booking essential. For more information visit www.enablelc.org/ fireworks

Round Table Carshalton Fireworks, Carshalton Park, SM5 3DE

This event is put on by Wallington & Carshalton Round Table. Their aim is to provide a safe, enjoyable and exciting event for the local community. All profit from the event is donated to local charities to further support the local community. They are a not-for-profit local organisation and the event is put on by volunteers. For more information visit www.carshaltonfireworks.org.uk

Sun 3 Nov

Bonhams London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, Various Locations

Members of the public will get a rare opportunity to view pre 1905 vehicles on mass along public roads. Starting in Hyde Park, the cars congregate from 6am with the first car departing at sunrise and the last car leaving between 8-8.30am. For details and to view the route map visit www.veterancarrun.com

Diwali 2019, Trafalgar Square, WC2N 5DN

12noon–7pm. Go along and celebrate Diwali, a festival of lights in the heart of London. With an exciting line-up of music and dance, plus workshops, food and crafts for the whole family. It’s a fantastic day out for everyone. For more details visit www.london. gov.uk

Tues 5 Nov

Wimbledon Park Firework Display, SW19

Family fireworks display with food and drink stalls. There are two themed firework displays set to music. Disney at 6.45pm and Festival Headliners at 8.30pm. For more information and to book visit www. merton.gov.uk.

cabaret – more seasonal delights than you can shake a stocking at. Southbank Centre in winter is truly magical. For more information visit www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Outdoor Classroom Day is a global campaign to get more children playing and learning outdoors every day at school and home. Sign up for resources to help you join in at www. outdoorclassroomday.org.uk

Fri 8 Nov – Sun 5 Jan

Winter, Southbank Centre, SE1 8XX Fun-filled family shows, festive goodies in the markets, pop-ups, twinkling lights, dazzling comedy and

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Sat 16 Nov

Family Activity Day, Tower Bridge Exhibition, SE1 2UP

10am-4pm. Go along and enjoy some fun family activities inside Tower Bridge. All activities are included in the price of your admission ticket. For more details visit www. towerbridge.org.uk

Tales of the Smeds and the Smoos, St Stephen’s Church, Twickenham, TW1 2PD

10am-2pm. Axel Scheffler, the world-famous illustrator of the Gruffalo will be reading the new Julia Donaldson/Axel Scheffler book and sketching your favourite characters during 3 live shows, each followed by a book signing. Charges apply. For more information visit www. environmenttrust.co.uk

Wed 20 Nov – Sun 5 Jan Christmas at Kew, Royal Botanical Gardens Kew, Richmond, TW9 3AB

5-10pm. It’s the most wonderful time of the year as the sparkling after dark trail returns, with a magical new route, to light up Kew Gardens. Booking essential. For more information visit www.kew.org

Fri 22 Nov – Sun 5 Jan Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink, KT8 9AU

(Excl. Christmas Day). 9am until late (10am weekdays). Prepare to be swept away by the seasonal atmosphere of Hampton Court Palace this Christmas as the stunning ice rink returns for another year. The very best in festive fun. For more information visit www.hrp.org.uk/ HamptonCourtPalace

Sat 23 Nov

Kids Club, Southside Shopping Centre, Wandsworth, SW18 4TF Science-themed Kids Club. Take the kids along to have lots of fun whilst learning. For more information visit www.southsidewandsworth.com

Thurs 7 Nov

Outdoor Classroom Day, Nationwide

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Candlelit Christmas, Ham House and Garden, Richmond TW10 7RS

12noon-4pm. Experience the wonderful splendour of Ham House lit by candle light. A re-creation of the 17th century atmosphere with hundreds of candles and natural greenery filling the house over the festive season. Normal admission charges apply. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-house

Sat 23 Nov–Sun 15 Dec Visit Father Christmas, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD

(Selected dates). 10am–5pm. Visit Father Christmas and his elves in an enchanted grotto to receive a gift chosen just for you. Arrive 15 minutes before your time slot to write a postcard to Father Christmas. Booking essential. Charges apply. Weekends slots also in December. For more information and to book visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hallpark

Sat 23 Nov – Sun 5 Jan Chessington Winter’s Tail, Chessington World of Adventure, KT9 2NE

Celebrate Christmas with the Gruffalo and meet Father Christmas in his magical grotto. Plus enjoy some family favourite rides, including the Vampire and meet some of the amazing animals at Chessington’s Zoo and Sea Life Centre. For more details visit www. chessington.com

Sat 30 Nov

Kids Club, Southside Shopping Centre, Wandsworth, SW18 4TF

Christmas-themed Kids Club and Elf School. Take the kids along to have lots of fun. For more information visit www. southsidewandsworth.com

Sat 30 Nov – Sun 1 Dec Christmas Weekends, WWT London Wetland Centre, Barnes, SW13 9WT

(Also 14-15 Dec). 10am-4pm.Visit Santa’s grotto and receive a gift from Father Christmas, enjoy a festive husky sleigh ride, and visit the Elves workshop to help them to prepare and make Christmas gifts. For more information and to book visit www.wwt.org.uk/ wetland-centres/london

December Sat 7 Dec

Canterville Creation Workshop, Unicorn Theatre, SE1 2HZ

Get on-stage straight after the show and explore the world of Oscar Wilde’s The Canterville Ghost with a professional workshop leader. For more details and to book visit www. unicorntheatre.com

Sat 7 – Sun 22 Dec

Festive Carriage Rides, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD

(Selected dates). Horse-drawn carriage rides are the perfect way to get into the festive spirit - a great experience for families, friends and large groups. Go along and enjoy a 30 minute ride with costumed footmen that will help you to explore the park in a whole new way. For more information and to book visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hall-park.

Sail with Santa, City Cruises, Tower Pier, EC3N 4DT

Santa’s going on the river – yo, ho, ho – and you can go with him. Children will enjoy Santa fun and a present for each and every one, along with a soft drink and a cookie, while adults can console themselves for growing up with a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie. For more information visit www.citycruises.com

Sun 8 Dec

The London Santa Dash, Brockwell Park, SE24 9BJ

11am. In a new location for 2019 this 5K or 10K fun run raises money for Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity. The event is open to adults, children and fancydressed dogs. Teams are positively encouraged, so why not sign up now and get fundraising. For more information visit www.gosh.org/ santadash

Sat 28 Dec

Big Game 12, Harlequins vs Leicester Tigers, Twickenham Stadium, TW2 7BA

Quins will be looking to maintain their four-game winning streak at Big Game so expect fireworks on and off the pitch in this not-tobe-missed spectacle, which offers something for all the family. This is the perfect opportunity to get out of the house and spend time with family and friends after the festive period. For more information and to book tickets visit www.tickets.quins.co.uk.

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Thank you to Ms Khalid and Class G1, Year 2 from Nelson Primary School for their excellent drawings. We received an envelope with entries from the whole class which made judging them very difficult for us. Enjoy the four examples of their hard work and thank you very much Class G1! We love seeing your work so do please keep sending it to us. We're happy to receive artwork from the whole class so do feel free to send us class entries.

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