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Latest News...............................................................4 What’s On - a daily diary for the school holidays..............6 Out of School Activities - Camps, Courses & more....... 12 Family Theatre................................................................... 14 Spring Adventures - Ideas for family outings ................... 15 Competitions - You’ve got to be in it to win it!............... 27 Katie Clown - Our regular quiz page........................... 29 All Your Own Work! - Our winners from the last issue... 31

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Welcome to our Spring/Easter magazine. I’m writing this letter to you in lovely sunshine, a blue sky, not too much cloud and not so cold that I have to wear a thick jumper. Long may it continue.

Spring has a real positive feel to it, with flowers and tree blossom starting, warmer days breaking through and lots of fun days out to look forward to in the school holidays. Do look through all our hundreds of listings. Some of them are free to enter but all include contact details so do check the events before visiting. We prepare our listings a long time in advance and details do change.

Spring is a busy time of the year. Mother’s Day or Mothering Sunday is on 22 March. Easter Weekend is 10-13 April. The London Marathon is on Sunday 26 April. Brighton Fringe is from 1-31 May. Then there’s St Patrick’s Day on Tuesday 17 March and St George’s Day on Thursday 23 April. Not forgetting Save the Frogs Day on Saturday 25 April! Don’t forget that the May Day Bank Holiday has changed from Monday 4 May to Friday 8 May to celebrate the 75th VE Day anniversary. Whatever you are celebrating, enjoy the next few weeks.

We always have lots of great competitions for you to enter but sometimes we can’t give the prizes out to the actual winner as they haven’t included contact details for themselves. We don’t pass contact details on to any other companies so please do remember to include them with your competition entries. Entries can be sent by post or by email. See our Competitions Page for more details.

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Primary Times is independently published and distributed free in infant and primary schools throughout Sussex. Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. It is NOT our intention to publish any racist, sexist or politically based material whatsoever. We also undertake not to carry any advertising which we would consider to be offensive to young families or harmful to the best interests of young children. The opinions expressed in either the editorial or advertisements within this publication are not necessarily those held by the editor or publisher. While we take great care with the compilation of information within this magazine, neither the editor nor publisher will accept any liability for the accuracy of the editorial or advertising contained within the publication. We welcome listings being sent to us for inclusion in our What’s On section. Free listings are dependent on available space and we cannot guarantee to print all the listings we are sent. Please send them to listings@primarytimes. biz. Primary Times would like to thank all the schools in Sussex 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 West Sussex is operated under franchise licence.

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Christ’s Hospital - a First Class Education since 1552

Junior Zookeeper Day Do you have a passion for animals? Take part in Chessington World of Adventures Resort’s Junior Zookeeper Day. Get a taste for life on the wild side, working alongside one of the resort’s dedicated zookeepers. Get stuck in with some of the zoo’s residents and assist with the daily duties, cleaning and learn all about animal care and welfare. There will even be a few animal encounters thrown in too.

On arrival you’ll meet with one of the zookeepers who’ll be your guide for the day as they go about their daily tasks.You’ll get to work in the Children’s Zoo and Wanyama Village, meeting goats, sheep, ferrets, capybaras, meerkats and many more animals.You’ll be given the chance to get your hands dirty as you clean enclosures, with the chance to then encounter some animals in private meet and greets. Participants must be aged between 7 and 16 years old. For more information, visit www.chessington.com.

Christ’s Hospital is committed to providing a first class education to talented boys and girls from a broad social and financial background by offering eligible parents/guardians means-tested financial support with the payment of school fees.

Christ’s Hospital (CH) is one of the famous Royal Hospitals of London, whose foundation marked the beginning of the social services in Tudor England. Inspired by a sermon by Nicholas Ridley, Bishop of London, King Edward VI instructed the Lord Mayor to appoint a committee of leading citizens to consider remedies and relief for the city’s homeless poor. Their work led to the founding of the five great Hospitals all supporting different needs. CH embraced the task of educating and nourishing the destitute children of the city and took children of all social backgrounds and ages.

In November 1552, CH opened its doors to 380 pupils. Within a year, the number had increased to over 500. Many children, including 100 of the first 380, were infants who were sent away to CH Hertford to be looked after. When they reached 10 they returned to CH London.

Today the school is located just outside Horsham and has 830 boarding pupils, with an equal number of boys and girls, and 60 day pupils. If you are intrigued and would like to visit, the school encourages you to attend an Open Morning or to call the school for a tour. For more information, visit www.christs-hospital.org.uk or call 01403 246 555.

Self Managed Learning at SML College

SML College prepares young people for the tests of life, not a life of tests. They have been providing Self Managed Learning programmes for young people aged 9-17 in Sussex for 19 years.

This vibrant learning community of 40 students offers a real alternative to schooling - students develop the confidence and skills needed for their futures in a stimulating and nurturing environment.

Students set their own learning goals and there are no limits to what they can study, or how they should study, and no subjects they have to learn. Whatever they want to learn, a way is found for them to do so.

Students are supported by Learning Advisers who help them structure their learning and support them to achieve what they want. Students feel well prepared to take the next steps in their careers when they leave. Results for all abilities have been exceptional as demonstrated by independent research. Please visit www.smlcollege.org.uk for more information.

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Every child loves to play make believe, but studies have shown that it’s also vital to normal child development. Through role play, children expand their understanding of themselves and others.

Role play also helps them develop language skills and discover leadership ability. By encouraging social interaction and problem solving, it enables children to gain confidence and develop empathy too. At just 18 months, children begin to act out what they’ve seen adults do and throughout early childhood, pretend play helps them make sense of the world and express emotion. As we are increasingly drawn to technology for entertainment, role play provides a much needed opportunity for children to explore their imaginations and develop crucial skills.

Little Street play centres encourage children from 1 – 7 years old to investigate, explore and experiment in a little world for big imaginations. High quality, clean and safe, Little Street centres enable parents to engage with their children in play, fostering a sense of connectedness.

Many parents and carers say that they enjoy playing at Little Street as much as their child! The centres also provide an ideal opportunity for childminders to carry out observations and for home educators, nurseries and schools to incorporate a trip that’s both great fun and linked to the EYFS. Visit www.little-street.co.uk for more information about your local centres in Chichester and Horsham.

Make a Splash with a Free Swim

Keeping the kids active doesn’t have to be a chore. This spring, Places Leisure are offering a free swim at one of their three swimming pools in the Horsham District.

Swimming is a great family activity and whether you go in the water with the children or sit and enjoy a coffee whilst they play, it ticks all the boxes. It’s great for their health, a break from screen time, socially interactive and fun.

Your free swim voucher entitles you to one free junior ticket for a Just Swim session at The Pavilions in the Park, Billinghurst Leisure Centre or Steyning Leisure Centre. Session times can be found on the centre’s websites, all you have to do is google them.

Why not make a day of it? The Pavilions in the Park boasts a leisure pool area complete with full height corkscrew flume, waterfalls and an outdoor area that is open year-round, so you can enjoy fun in the sun or swimming in the rain. Just outside there is a large play park, an indoor softplay area plus a café with a wide selection of snacks, meals and drinks.

Make sure that you don’t miss out, claim your free swim by 30 April 2020.

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What’s On Your family diary for March, April and May March Until 25 Mar

Spring Trail: Waking Up from Winter, Uppark House and Garden, South Harting, GU31 5QR

10am-4pm. From spring flowers blossoming to animals yawning after hibernation, nature is waking up all around the estate. The trail takes around 30 minutes and will keep both tiny tots and older children interested. Drop-in, charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/uppark

Until 19 Apr

Jawsome Sharks and Friends, SEA LIFE Brighton, BN2 1TB

Calling all budding rangers. SEA LIFE Brighton is on the hunt for brave adventurers who are enthusiastic about all things aquatic and are totally Top Trumps mad. Join the quest to help Professor Finn find the missing Top Trumps cards. For more information visit www.visitsealife.com

Flights of Fancy: The Wondrous World of Quentin Blake, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB

11am-3.30pm. Leap into a fantasy world with this exhibition featuring illustrations from Quentin’s selfpenned books and art-in-hospitals work. A reminder of the power of the imagination and how joy can be found in the unlikeliest of places. For more details visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/nymans

Until 28 May

Wildlife Walkabout, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, RH20 2EL

(Thurs only) 10am-12noon. Join the friendly guides on this regular gentle ramble as you look for the seasonal highlights on the nature reserve. For more details visit www.rspb.org.uk/ PTPul

Sat 14 Mar – Sun 19 Apr Lambing and Calving, Coombes Farm, BN15 0RS

Visit the farm to see the newborn lambs and calves. Tractor rides are available to see the animals in the fields and to enjoy fantastic views from the top of the downs. There’s an outdoor and indoor picnic area and an ice cream man! For more information visit www.coombes.co.uk

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Open to all ages, but children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. For more information visit www.millbrookgc.co.uk

Fri 20 – Sun 22 Mar

Mothers’ Day Planting, Squires Garden Centres, Crawley RH11 8PL and Washington RH20 3BP 9.30am-3.30pm (Sun 10.30am3.30pm). Pop in and plant a basket with three colourful plants, then help Hazel the squirrel complete a wordsearch and receive a sticker.

Charges apply, 20% of the price goes to Greenfingers charity. For more information visit www. squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Mothers’ Day Celebrations, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 5UA

11am-4pm. Spoil mum with a lovely day out at Bodiam. Take a stroll around the castle and grounds and enjoy a delicious prosecco cream tea in the Wharf tea room. Also, join in with the special Mothers’ Day activities. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiamcastle

Sat 21 Mar

Green Woodworking Workshop, Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, TN22 4HJ

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Togi’s Team – Behind the Scenes, Fishbourne Roman Palace, Chichester, PO19 3QR 10am-12.30pm. What do archaeologists do once they have found an artefact in the ground?

Find out how ancient objects are discovered, cleaned, preserved and stored in the museum, and go on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with an expert guide. For more details visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Sat 21 – Sun 22 Mar

50 Things and Mud Kitchen, Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield, TN22 3QX

10am-4pm. Explore the parkland for a range of wild 50 things activities or head into the gardens to bake a pie or two in the mud kitchen. Free (admission charges apply). For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/sheffield-park-and-garden

(Also 22 Mar). 10am-3.30pm.

Experience the joy of working with green wood through your own exploration and creativity, regardless of age and ability.You can decide what to make and receive help and guidance along the way. For more information visit www.wildernesswood.org

Mothers’ Day Afternoon Tea, Herstmonceux Castle, Hailsham, BN27 1RN

Wildlife Watch, Woods Mill, Henfield, BN5 9SD

Historic Life Weekend: Baking Through the Ages, Weald & Downland Living Museum, PO18 0EU

10am-12noon. Take your children to help them explore the natural world.

This will involve getting to know the forest school site and woodland and bushcraft activities. Ages 7-11. For more details visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Thurs 19 – Sat 21 Mar

Mothers’ Day Planter Workshop, Millbrook Garden Centre, Crowborough, TN6 3RJ 3.30-4.30pm (Thurs, Fri), 10-11am, 2-3pm (Sat). Make Mothers’ Day extra special by creating a beautiful

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3pm. Treat your mum to afternoon tea to show her how much you love her. For more information visit www. herstmonceux-castle.com

10.30am-4pm. Explore this staple of our diet with the chance to have tasters in certain areas and gain inspiration for baking at home. Butter from the dairy and flour from the mill are essential components of this weekend. For more information visit www.wealddown.co.uk

Mothers’ Day Prosecco Teas, Bateman’s, Burwash, TN19 7DS

10am-4pm. Take your mum to visit the delightful surroundings at Bateman’s and treat her to a delicious prosecco cream tea in the Mulberry Tea Room. No booking necessary. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans

Sun 22 Mar

Mothers’ Day, West Dean Gardens, PO18 0RX

Make Mothers’ Day extra special with a visit to West Dean Gardens.

All Mums receive a free bunch of daffodils and a voucher for a return visit. Why not treat mum to a cream tea, or breakfast for those early birds.

For more information visit www. westdeangardens.org.uk

Mothers’ Day Lunch, Wakehurst Place, RH17 6TN

Make the most of your visit with a stroll around the Mansion Pond with its beautiful spring border and resident wildlife. Enjoy a delicious three course meal, with plenty of mouth-watering options to choose from. Booking essential. For more information visit www.kew.org/ wakehurst

Mothers’ Day Craft, Petworth House and Gardens, GU28 0AE 11am-3pm. Create a personalised frame for your mum while she relaxes with a complimentary cup of tea and biscuit. Drop-in, charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/petworth

Mothers’ Day Afternoon Tea, Michelham Priory, Hailsham, BN27 3QS

12.30pm, 2.30pm. Set in the Elizabethan Great Barn, this is the perfect treat for mum. Enjoy a selection of sandwiches, scones, and homemade cakes. Booking essential (eventbooking@sussexpast.co.uk).

Price includes entry to the house and gardens. For more details visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

Mum’s the Word!, Fishbourne Roman Palace, Chichester, PO19 3QR

10am-4pm. Take your mum along to visit on Mothering Sunday. Mums are free and will receive a posy of daffodils (one free entry per group).

For more information visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

Afternoon Tea Cruise, Chichester Ship Canal, Canal Basin, PO19 8DT

2.30pm. Treat your mum to a leisurely afternoon tea cruise, taking around 2 hours. During which time she can enjoy dainty finger sandwiches, tasty sweet treats and lots for tea (or other drink). For more information and to book visit www. chichestercanal.org.uk

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March Indoor Car Boot Sale, The Charmandean Centre, Worthing, BN14 9HS

10am-4pm. Over 60 tables selling new and used items. Why not clear out your clutter and book a table?

Free entry for all buyers, and lots of free parking. For more information or to book a table visit www. thecharmandean.co.uk

Mothers’ Day Afternoon Tea, Aldingbourne Trust, Chichester, PO18 0JP

Treat your mum this Mothers’ Day with a special vintage afternoon tea.

With delicious treats on the menu

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Tues 24 – Sat 28 Mar

Stanhope Residency: Alan Kitching, Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft, BN6 8SP

See a professional printmaker at work. Alan Kitching revives the Stanhope press in the museum itself, creating new pieces in his contemporary, colourful style.

Drop-in. For more information visit www.ditchlingmuseumartcraft. org.uk

Wed 25 Mar

Travelling Trends Fashion Show, Ashington CE School, RH20 3PG

7.30pm. An evening of fun with an opportunity to try on and buy this season’s fashions at greatly reduced prices and raise money for the school. Purchases on the night can be made by cash, cheque or credit/ debit card. Entry charge applies. For more information email faces@ bncoded.com

Family Days, The Novium,

Chichester, PO19 1QH I saw your (Also 25 Apr). 10am-2pm. Learn event in more about life in the Iron Age. Primary Times.... Handle replica weaponry and objects, learn more about what people wore, Please mention you how they made clothes, and have a saw the event listed in go at weaving on a loom, also minidigs, craft and trails. Activities may Primary Times differ. For more details visit www.

Fri 27 Mar

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The Northern Lights, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP

3.30pm. Learn how eruptions on the Sun cause displays of the Northern Lights, and how these are visible from the ground. Booking essential. For more details and to book visit www. southdowns.org.uk

Sat 28 Mar

Africa Take Part Workshops, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea, BN43 5EG

11.30am-2pm. Fun-packed workshops for an experience of the spirit of West Africa. Workshops are designed for all abilities and are open for family participation. Also, fun circle African drumming for all ages and arts and crafts. For more details and to book visit www.ropetacklecentre.co.uk

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Sat 28 Mar – Sun 26 Apr Open Lambing, Gaston Farm, Slindon, BN18 0RS

10am-4pm. The annual opening where you can see lambs being born and maybe cuddle an orphan lamb.

Also, free tractor and trailer rides, chicks and ducklings handling area, café and gift shop, all in a friendly farm environment. Charges apply (cash only). For more information visit www.gastonfarm.com

Sun 29 Mar

Bird Watching for Beginners/ Someone to Guide You, RSPB Pagham Harbour, Sidlesham, PO20 7NE

10am-1pm. Can you separate your chiffchaffs from your willow warblers? This workshop focuses on early spring arrivals. A short theory lesson is followed by a practical walk

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More What’s On Your family diary for March, April & May on the reserve. Booking essential, charges apply. 10am-1pm Someone to Guide You sees friendly guides at the Church Norton Hide, ready to help you spot and identify the wildlife that you see. Free, drop-in. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk/ PTPag

Springtime Stars, Moons and Planets, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP (Also 3 Apr). On late spring and summer evenings, if the skies are clear, you can see some familiar star patters including the Great Bear, Leo (the Lion),Virgo (the Maiden), Scorpius (the Scorpion) and many others. Booking essential. Ages 6+.

For more details and to book visit www.southdowns.org.uk

April Wed 1 Apr–Sun 31 May Spring Spectacular, Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE

10am-5pm. Admire hundreds of spring blooms across the garden, from colourful bedding plants such as forget-me-nots, to beautiful tulips.

For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/standen

Thurs 2 – Sun 19 Apr

Easter Family Fun, Hever Castle, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG

Hunt for the colourful carrots and the Hever bunny in the free Easter trail, or take part in an Easter egg hunt in the grounds to win a chocolatey prize. Then, why not celebrate spring by creating an eggshaped decoration to hang on the Easter tree. For more details visit www.hevercastle.co.uk

Fri 3 – Sun 5 Apr

Branch Line Weekend, Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, TN22 3QL

A fun-packed weekend showcasing the small locomotives. A busy timetable will recreate the branch line feel of the railway in its heyday.

For more information and to book visit www.bluebell-railway.com

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Children’s Heritage Garden, Wakehurst Place, RH17 6TN

Get creative in the Mud Kitchen, grow sunflowers in the Potting Shed and dig for vegetables in the Kitchen Garden. For more information visit www.kew.org/wakehurst

Sat 4 Apr

Books, Bakes and Puzzles, Donnington Hall, Stockbridge Road, PO19 8QT

10am-12noon. Calling all book lovers.

An opportunity to snap up some bargains and support St Wilfrid’s Hospice at the same time. Browse the vast range of books and puzzles then treat yourself to a drink and some homemade cake. Admission by donation. For more details visit www. stwh.co.uk

Disability Family Fun Day, Splashpoint Leisure Centre, Worthing, BN11 2EN

4pm-8pm. Inflatables, mats and toys in the main pool, and a bouncy castle, puzzle room and food and refreshments available at The Coffee House. For children aged 0-18 with a disability, and their parents or carer.

For more information visit www. southdownsleisure.co.uk

Sat 4 – Mon 13 Apr

Easter Bunny Trips, Chichester Canal, Canal Basin, PO19 8DT 10.30am, 1pm, 3.30pm. Designed for younger members of the family, the round trip takes about an hour and 20 minutes with the chance to meet the Easter Bunny. The boats are decorated for Easter with refreshments and entertainment.

Booking essential. For more details and to book visit www. chichestercanal.org.uk

Sat 4 – Sun 19 Apr

The Big Easter Challenge, Phileas Fogg’s World of Adventures, Brighton, BN1 8AF

Enjoy some family time this Easter.

Work through the challenge together by playing games and collecting gold eggs to be exchanged for a chocolate treat. Amazing fun for adults and kids alike. For more www. excellentexperiences.co.uk

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April Gruffalo Adventures, Wakehurst Place, RH17 6TN

10am-4pm. Explore Wakehurst’s deep dark wood as you follow the Gruffalo woodland trail, go on a Gruffalo Easter egg hunt and dissect real owl pellets to find out what they’ve been eating. Drop-in, charges apply. For more information visit www.kew.org/ wakehurst

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, Petworth House and Gardens, GU28 0AE 10am-4pm. Get ready for a weekend of fun and discover as you spot the first signs of spring. Become a nature detective, solve the clues and finish your adventure with a chocolate treat. Drop-in, charges apply. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/petworth

Bertram Bunny’s Easter Pirate Adventure, Borde Hill Garden, Haywards Heath, RH16 1XP

Join Bertram Bunny on this fantasy ‘Easter Island’ adventure, seeking out the treasure hidden by Jumping Jack Bunny returned from the high seas. Find all the treasures and solve some puzzles along the way to receive a chocolate treat. For more information visit www.bordehill.co.uk

Easter Duck Quest, Arundel WWT Centre, BN18 9PB

Pick up a trail card and find out lots of weird and wonderful facts about the real-life ducks while searching for giant yellow ducks! Look out for the EGGStraordinary Trolley roaming the grounds for hands-on fun with eggs and nests. For more details visit www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/ arundel

Easter at the Museum, Weald & Downland Living Museum, PO18 0EU

10.30am-6pm. Try craft activities and play traditional games.You can also see the heavy horses as well as Southdown lambs, sheep and other traditional farm animals. 10-13 Apr experience traditional Easter preparations and celebrations beginning with the Good Friday bake in the Winkhurst Tudor kitchen.

Activities vary daily and will include egg painting and bonnet making, with and Easter bonnet parade on 13 Apr. For more information visit www. wealddown.co.uk

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

10am-4pm. Join the active animals that make Sheffield Park their home on an Easter trail that’s perfect for energetic families. Then why not enjoy a family-friendly lunch in the tea room. Drop-in, charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/sheffield-park-and-garden

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Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 5UA

10am-4pm. Get out and about and enjoy an Easter egg hunt. Help Princess Acorn and the Knight, Sir Oakley to spot the baby animals hidden around the castle grounds and then claim a chocolatey prize. 11am12.30pm join in one of the Easter craft activity sessions and take your very own creation home. Drop-in, charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiamcastle

Wild Families – Easter Holiday Activities, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL 9.30am-5pm. Follow the springtime wildlife quiz trail and try the wild challenge activities to help you get up close and personal with some wonderful wildlife. Drop-in, charges apply. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk/PTPul

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, Uppark House and Garden, South Harting, GU31 5QR

10am-4pm. Children will spot, draw and solve on this active outdoor Easter trail this spring. Pick up a family trail to explore Uppark’s garden and woodland. All participants will receive a delicious chocolate reward. Charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/uppark

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE

10am-4pm. Follow Barton Bunny on his spring adventure through the garden and find out all about the exciting things that happen in spring.

Once complete you will get a prize of a Cadbury Easter Egg. Charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/standen

Easter Egg Hunt and Crafts, Bateman’s, Burwash, TN19 7DS

10am-4pm. This year’s trail is inspired by ‘The Glory of the Garden’, one of Kipling’s poems. The hunt will lead you through the garden to find clues to complete the puzzle and win a delicious Cadbury chocolate treat.

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Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB

10.30am-4pm. Inspired by Quentin Blake’s The Green Ship, look for postcards from the ship’s adventures and take a voyage through nature and your imagination. Find as many as you can to claim your prize. Drop-in, charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans

Sat 4 Apr – Wed 2 Sep Supersized!, Marwell Zoo, Winchester, SO21 1JH

A world exclusive, larger than life brick adventure. Featuring up to 40 models of curious real-life creatures, from sneaky predators to the aptly named assassin bug, these fearsome creatures have been magnified to an eye-popping size. For more information visit www.marwell.org.uk

Children’s Wipe Out Zone, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester, PO18 0JP 10am-4pm. There will be two arenas – the first is simple, run in one end and out the other by jumping from platform to platform. Then work your way through an inflatable course with obstacles in the way. Ages 2-8.

For more information visit www. aldingbournetrust.co.uk

Roamin’ Roman Rabbits!, Fishbourne Roman Palace, Chichester, PO19 3QR

10am-4pm. Join in the Easter fun at the site of Britain’s first rabbits.

Follow the rabbit trail around the Palace grounds and join in springtime crafts. Don’t miss the story of Fishbourne’s own rabbit, Patch, who travelled all the way from Ancient Rome. For more details visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Mon 6 – Thurs 9 Apr

Adventures in Wonderland, Millbrook Garden Centre, Crowborough, TN6 3RJ

Plenty of Alice-inspired make-andtake workshops and Mad Hatter Magic Shows. Mon – make a teacup bird feeder, Tues – decorate a clay pot and add a plant, Wed – paint a toadstool house, Thurs – enjoy Mad Hatter Magic Shows. Booking essential, charges apply. For more details visit www.millbrookgc.co.uk

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Mon 6 – Fri 17 Apr

10-10.30am. Whilst the adults take on their own 5k run there will be a family orientated Kid’s Challenge - a family run a couple of times around Fernhurst Recreation Ground. The event is to support Pavilion2022. For more information and to register visit www.southdowns.gov.uk

Plant a pretty container with colourful plants and decorate it with Easter stickers, then take it home or give it as an Easter gift.

Then join in the Bunny Hunt, find clues to the magic word to receive a chocolate pizza slice! Charges apply, drop-in. For more details visit www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Blackdown Kids’ Challenge, Fernhurst Recreation Ground, GU27 3DY

Easter Fun, Squires Garden Centre, Crawley RH11 8PL and Washington RH20 3BP

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

Tues 7 Apr

2-6pm. Drop-in with creative seasonal activities for all, with DLWP staff and volunteers. Charges apply.

Suitable for all ages. For more information visit www.dlwp.com

Seven Wonders of The Solar System, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP 3.30pm. A flight of fancy to explore our planetary neighbours. From the searing surface of our Sun, head past Earth then on to some quite remarkable Moons of Jupiter and beyond. Booking essential. Ages 6+.

For more details and to book visit www.southdowns.org.uk

Mon 6 Apr

Wild Families – Pondemonium, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL (Also 17 Apr). 10.30am-12noon. Meet some of the wonderful creatures who lurk in the watery depths of the ponds (with the help of a net.). Drop-in, charges apply. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk/PTPul

Pop Up Spring, Worthing Museum, BN11 1HP

10.30am-12noon. Make colourful and surprising pop up cards for your friends and family. Be inspired by examples and then use a mix of materials to create something new. Ages 7-12. Booking essential.

For more details and to book visit www.worthingmuseum.co.uk

Amazing April, Tuppenny Barn, Southbourne, PO10 8EZ

10am-12noon. A scavenger hunt is on the cards, and creating a stick loom. Seasonal foraging and cooking will follow. Includes homemade refreshments. Ages 5+.

Booking essential, charges apply.

For more information visit www. tuppennybarn.co.uk

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Out of School Activities Learn to Swim programme to ensure that all their children grow to be confident and proficient swimmers. This structured programme is based on a games-led approach so children can enjoy learning. The highly qualified team of instructors will help your child develop at their own pace to help them progress through the different levels.

Bluecoat also offers a Kids Holiday Club for 5 to 12-year-olds during school holidays (except during the Christmas break). They offer a range of activities from arts and crafts, swimming, sporting activities and much more. These sessions run on Monday to Friday from 9am to 5.30pm (excluding bank holidays). You can also take advantage of the early drop off option which extends the day from 8am to 5pm.

Childcare vouchers are accepted. For more information, visit www. bluecoatsports.co.uk.

Bluecoat Sports Health and Fitness

Bluecoat Sports Health and Fitness is a family friendly club supporting active children in fun and enjoyable sports. They believe all children should be happy and safe in the water. Swimming is a great sport for all round health and fitness, and it is also an important life skill.

Bluecoat is pleased to offer week-long half hour intensive swimming courses during school holidays.

These courses cater for children of all abilities.

These sessions are free for current Swim School Members.

If you have school-age children, they can join the after-school sessions on weekdays and Saturday mornings. Bluecoat has teamed up with the Swim England

Dynamos Cricket

The ECB has launched Dynamos Cricket, a new programme to inspire children aged 8 to 11 to play cricket. Two programmes in May and July will allow up to 35,000 more children to enjoy cricket this season. Children will take part in Dynamos Cricket in their local centres at one of two 6 to 12-week courses, which will take place during the summer term, beginning mid-May, and over the school holidays, alongside The Hundred.

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Saturdays at ICTheatre Academy ICTheatre Academy (formally BRICTT Academy) meets on Saturday mornings from 10am – 2pm. They are the Saturday Academy of the Institute for Contemporary Theatre in Brighton. ICTheatre Academy provides accessible, affordable and professional musical theatre training in all aspects of performing arts for students from 8-16 years in Brighton and the surrounding areas. With a maximum of 20 children in a class, students take part in four classes each Saturday in dance, acting, musical theatre and contemporary vocals with specialist and qualified tutors in each area. The Academy is split into four age groups and rotates every 55 mins with a short break for lunch in the middle. It’s a great way to make friends, develop performing arts skills and grow in confidence, all while having lots of fun.

They also offer a Junior Academy for children aged 4-7 years from 10 – 11.30am. This session is split into three sections. Dance helps accelerate co-ordination and balance through movement and funky dance routines.

Vocal warm ups and techniques help the children engage with their speech and vocal sounds, whilst the drama session develops their confidence, working with stories, poems and expression. The Junior Academy offers a super introduction to the world of performing arts.

Children will gain a wealth of experience from each subject, giving them versatility within the performing arts industry. Whether your children are doing it for fun, or wish to seriously develop their talents, at ICTheatre Academy every child matters and they aim to help fulfil every child’s potential.Email Academy@ictheatre.ac.uk to book a free trial for the Academy or Junior Academy. Visit www.ICTheatre.ac.uk for more information.

Intensive Courses Our popular five day courses of swimming lessons are available again during the upcoming school holidays:

Monday 30th March to Friday 3rd April

Monday 6th to Friday 10th April Monday 13th to Friday 17th April These courses are expertly suited for first time swimmers, as well as those who are looking for extra training, to develop invaluable life skills, confidence and water safety.

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Hundred. Parents can find out more about Dynamos Cricket and sign their kids up to take part at www.dynamoscricket.co.uk or for All Stars Cricket at www.allstarscricket.co.uk.

One-to-One Lessons Available throughout the week for children and adults of all ages

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“Holiday camps.”

Our holiday camps aim to engage with children through multi sports, arts and crafts. Activities include swimming* and Clip n’ Climb*.

Open for the Easter holidays Full day camp costs just £24 and we offer all day care from 8.30am-6.00pm *at selected centres Suitable for children aged 5 -12 years.

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Capitol Horsham

Box Office: 01403 750 220 10 Apr

The Amazing Bubble Man Louis Pearl explores the breathtaking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep everyone mesmerized.

25 Apr

Rapunzel: A Tangled Musical Adventure Featuring an original book, music and lyrics, high energy choreography, loveable characters, colourful set and costumes and an opportunity for the audience to meet the characters after the show.

Clair Hall Haywards Heath Box Office: 01444 455 440 16 May

I Spy with My Little Eye

Based on the brand-new picture book by Steven Lee, follow birthday girl Molly and her dog, Bingo on a heart-warming tale of love and adventure. A fun family musical celebrating everything great about being a kid. Ages 2+.

Hawth Crawley

Box Office: 01293 553 636 5 Apr

There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly An amazing blend of live action, puppetry and animation to bring one of the world’s best –loved nursery rhymes to life just in time to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the book. The perfect treat for anyone aged 2-102.

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Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday

Slime

Box Office: 01903 206 206 28 – 29 Mar

Join Sarah and Duck and a host of your favourite friends including The Ribbon Sisters, The Shallots, Flamingo & John and Umbrella, as they plan a birthday party for Scarf Lady. Told through a blend of puppetry, storytelling and music.

3 May

Billionaire Boy

Joe Spud is twelve years old and the richest boy in the country! He has his own sports car, pet crocodiles and £100,000 a week pocket money, but what he doesn’t have is a friend…

11 Apr

The Bear

One night when she’s fast asleep, an enormous snowy white bear climbs into Tilly’s bedroom. It has a big black tongue and a yawn as big as your Enjoy head. But Tilly’s not the show! scared.

15 Apr

The Adventures of Bo Peep

Regis Centre Bognor Regis

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Little Shop of Horrors

Box Office: 01273 709 709 18 – 22 May

Slug and Caterpillar are starving and the only leaf left in the garden is just out of reach. Slug thinks they should work together.

Get the leaf, eat the leaf, play, be friends. Caterpillar disagrees.

Brighton Centre

Box Office: 08448 471 515 2 Apr

The Joe and Dianne Show

Expect music, comedy and of course a little bit of dance in this never-before-seen variety show from Strictly Come Dancing finalists, Joe Sugg and Dianne Buswell.

Brighton Dome

Box Office: 01273 709 709 9 Apr

Peppa Pig – My First Concert

Join Peppa as she discovers an orchestra for the first time.

Sing and dance along with Peppa in her favourite songs and watch as Daddy Pig learns how to conduct an orchestra. A wonderful first concert.

Watch the adventure of Bo Peep unravel as she tries to rescue her woolly friends.

Counting her sheep always sends Bo Peep off to sleep by bedtime, but with no sign of them yet she’ll be up all night searching. She needs your help.

A fun-filled comedy horror musical which includes great songs, presented by the Arabesque Saturday Stage Schools based in Westergate and Chichester.

16 Apr

Swan Lake

Cirque Enfant

Join Vienna Festival Ballet as they celebrate their 40th Anniversary with this glorious revival of one of the best known and loved classical ballets of all time. Don’t miss this magical evening.

From tots to teens, the kids will rock out to the great music of Cirque Enfant as this interactive fun show brings amazing acrobats, jugglers, clowns, sing a long and more. For kids of all ages – and parents too.

Ropetackle Shoreham-by-Sea

23 May

Pop Divas Live!

Get ready for the best songs from all your favourite female stars in one fun-packed show.

Dazzling choreography, state of the art videos and superb vocals, make this the perfect pop concert experience for your little divas.

18 Apr

Horrible Histories – The Worst of Barmy Britain

Will you roar with laughter with Richard the Lionheart? Has William Wallace met his match?

Find out what a baby farmer did and meet the Lady of the Lamp.

It’s history with all the nasty bits left in.

13 - 14 May

In the Night Garden…

Live

All your favourite characters beautifully brought to life with fullsize costumes, magical puppets and enchanting music. Your little ones will be amazed when they see a very special visit from the Amazing Flying Pinky Ponk.

8 May

Box Office: 01273 464 440 4 Apr

Arthur’s Dream Boat

One night, Arthur has an amazing dream about a beautiful pink and green boat with a stripy mast. He can’t wait to tell everyone about it but no one (not even his dog) is interested.

14 Apr

The Amazing Bubble Man From square bubbles to rocket bubbles, tornado bubbles to flying saucer bubbles, The Amazing Bubble Man conjures shrieks of laughter and gasps of amazement from all ages.

White Rock Hastings Box Office: 01424 462 288 7 Apr

Errol’s Garden

An interactive new musical for kids, full of lively music, colourful characters and a passion for plants. For kids 3-10, but all ages welcome.

Claremont School Bodiam Box Office: www. claremontschool.co.uk 21 Mar

‘Reach Up’- The Claremont Dance Show

A joyous celebration of rhythm and dance performed by talented Claremont Students from Years 6 to Year 13.

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Spring Adventures

Spring Adventures Fun Days Out with the Family

Let Imaginations Take Off this Easter

Take to the skies for high adventures in the British Airways i360 futuristic glass viewing pod this Easter and let the kids take in the amazing sights of Brighton and the South Downs from the clouds.

Find out how British Airways i360 was built in the free exhibition before boarding the BA i360 pod which glides 450ft into the sky.

Pick up a kids’ activity sheet and complete onboard for a chance to win a return family flight and Easter Egg. To enter, simply complete the activity sheet and entry form, then hand it to the guest experience team. The prize consists of a free return flight for up to two adults and two children and two Easter Eggs.

Can you find the egg hidden at the BA i360, as part of the Brighton Charity Egg Hunt? Once found, text the code to 70201.

Entry is just £1 with all proceeds going to Chestnut Tree House and Albion in the Community.

Once landed, browse the beachside shop and discover the range of unique products and children’s toys, many of which have been created by local artists and makers from around Sussex.

Alternatively, stop for a bite to eat at the West Beach Bar and Kitchen or Café and treat the kids to a fresh, balanced meal from The Little Beachcombers menu.

Kids fly from just £7.40 when booking online (10% off) and under 4s fly for free. There are lots of family-friendly offers available including the Brighton Explorer Pass and half-price flights for Resident Members. To find out about the Brighton Egg Hunt, what activities are on at the BA i360 and to book tickets or simply find out about savings, visit www. britishairwaysi360.com.

i360 Viewing Tower Brighton’s best views

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Big Easter Challenge at Phileas Fogg’s

Voted Best Tourist Attraction in Sussex at the Sussex Business Awards 2019, Easter at Phileas Fogg’s World of Adventures couldn’t be more fun and exciting, with their seasonal Big Easter Challenge. The Crystal Maze type experience is bursting at the seams with fun challenges since the introduction of even more games this March. As a special treat for Easter, they have swapped their winning stars for golden eggs that can be exchanged for chocolate treats at the end. Who doesn’t love chocolate?

The challenges are recommended for ages 7+ but with a minimum of three group challenges in every room there really is something for everyone. So, bring nan, grandad, mum, dad, brothers, sisters or friends down to play this Easter Half Term.

If you’re feeling even braver, why not try their brand new Become the Detective, Jack the Ripper Challenge? You will step into a real-life game of Cluedo to help the detective work out the real identity of Jack the Ripper.

To find out more information or to book tickets go to www. phileasfoggs.co.uk or call one of their booking agents on 01273 007 799.

Classic Seaside Entertainment at Harbour Park

Harbour Park provides excitement for all ages right on Littlehampton’s award-winning sandy beach.

Take a spin on the Whirlpool Waltzer or swim the high seas on the Ocean Coaster. Don’t forget the family favourites such as the Dodgems and Mini Adventure Golf. Rides for younger guests include the Sealion Spinning Barrels, Aqua Boats and much more.

Whatever the weather Harbour Park has something to offer. Go along and play in the Family Fun Arcade and try to win one of a huge selection of prizes or let the children burn off steam in Harbour Park’s fantastic underwater themed indoor soft play area.

With all this excitement the family is going to be hungry and Harbour Park has a great selection of food outlets to choose from. The Harbour Kitchen serves light bites and burgers plus a wide selection of mouth-watering cakes and pastries. The Galley Restaurant offers freshly battered fish and chips and delicious Sussex cream teas.

Visit the Riverside Tea Bar for some delicious freshly cooked doughnuts, but what’s a trip to the seaside without an ice cream.

Pop into Kelly’s Ice Cream Parlour where you can find a variety of flavours from bubble-gum to the classic Cornish vanilla.

For more information about Harbour Park, visit www.harbourpark.com.

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Come up Top Trumps this Easter at SEA LIFE Brighton Calling all budding rangers - SEA LIFE Brighton is on the hunt for brave adventurers who are mad on all things marine life and a dab hand at Top Trumps challenges.

This Easter, SEA LIFE Brighton will be welcoming back the Jawsome Sharks and Friends quest to help Professor Finn find the missing Top Trumps cards. Find the concealed cards around the centre and claim your special prize. After that, why not pit your wits with the SEA LIFE Hosts to see who will be crowned champion in a game of creature Top Trumps. Jawsome Sharks in association with Top Trumps will be running until 19 April.

From 25 April to 31 May, Romeo, Luna Girl and Ninjalino will take over SEA LIFE Brighton, causing marine mayhem.

Help the PJ Masks defeat the night-time baddies and restore the aquarium back to its peaceful state. Follow the interactive trail, find five action pods hidden around the centre and receive an amazing reward.

Also coming to the centre this May, SEA LIFE Brighton will be welcoming some very special, mythical creatures to the aquarium.

Grab your magical mermaid moment only at SEA LIFE Brighton.

For more information and to book, visit www.visitsealife.com.

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Want to drive a steam engine? Have a go on the Stepney locomotive driving experience in SteamWorks at the Bluebell Railway’s Sheffield Park Station. Learn the science and stories behind steam in their hands-on exhibition, set among some of their fabulous collection of locomotives in the running shed.

Visit the museum where you can be told the story of the railways through a stunning collection of artefacts, display panels and videos. Visitors are invited to pull a signal lever in the Victorian signal box and children can take part in a quiz to win a badge.

Love soft play? A railway van, which once moved elephants belonging to Billy Smart’s Circus from town to town, now provides undercover soft play for little ones. It is full of wonderful activities. Look out for it at Horsted Keynes Station. You’ll struggle to miss it – it’s bright red!

Stop at Kingscote and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere, interrupted only by the laughter of children playing in the picnic area and playground.

The Bluebell Railway is a family-friendly visitor attraction running steam trains between Sheffield Park and East Grinstead. Not only do they run special events across the year, but they also have plenty of activities and facilities for children to enjoy at their stations. Plus, Blue Peter badge holders with a valid badge card are eligible for free one-day unlimited travel. Advance booking discounts are available online. For more information, visit www.bluebell-railway.com.

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This voucher entitles the owner to 50% off for up to 5 people the on the day prices Adult £20.50 Child £15.00. 2. Adult price 15+ years, Child price 3 - 14 years, under 3s are FREE 3. This voucher is not valid for use in conjunction with any other offer, discount, concession, online discount or call centre booking. 4. This voucher has no cash value and sale is not permitted. Any attempt to sell this voucher will render it void. 5. This voucher is valid until 10/05/2020 6. This voucher remains the property of Merlin Entertainments who reserve the right to take possession of this voucher at any time. 7. This voucher must be presented and surrendered at the time of ticket purchase 8. No photocopies accepted 9. To use this voucher online go to visitsealife.com/brighton/promotions/ and select ‘Get Offer’ , then when prompted enter the promotional code : PTJAW20 into the promotional code box. 10. This voucher can be used online (as per point 9 ) or at the centre on presentation of this advert.

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Make Wild Memories at Wakehurst this Spring

Wakehurst, Kew’s wild botanical garden in Sussex, is home to over 500 acres to explore. Don’t miss the carpets of bluebells, their rare rhododendrons bursting into bloom and the Water Gardens, awash with magnificent magnolias and the shades of spring.

Little ones can be Wakehurst Explorers for the day and embark on an intrepid journey through the gardens. Become a Wildlife Detective with the Explorer Rucksacks or slip on a lab coat and join the scientists for funfilled experiments and more in the Kew Science Festival, running from 23 to 24 May. Visitors can also cook up some mud pies in the Children’s Heritage Garden, open daily from 4 April. Grow sunflowers in the Potting Shed and dig for vegetables in the Kitchen Garden.

Alternatively, take a stroll in Kew’s deep, dark woods as the Gruffalo Adventures come to Wakehurst from 4 to 19 April. Follow the Gruffalo woodland trail and embark on a Gruffalo Easter egg hunt.

Wakehurst is open daily from 10am. For more information, visit www.kew.org/wakehurst.

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Bertram Bunny’s Easter Pirate Adventure at Borde Hill Garden

This Easter holiday spend time together as a family with pirate themed fun and nature-filled discoveries at Borde Hill Garden.

Spot the signs of spring whilst exploring the Garden on the Easter trail. Join Bertram Bunny on his fantasy Easter Island adventure, seeking out the treasure hidden by Jumping Jack Bunny who has returned from the high seas.

Find all the treasures and solve some puzzles along the way to receive a delicious chocolate treat.

During the trail there will be some pirate have-a-go activities and a dressing-up box.

Children can also let off steam in the Adventure Playground where they can swing, climb, balance and slide their way through a series of equipment including a thrilling zip wire for the most adventurous. There will be daily crafts for children to create an Easter or pirate themed masterpiece to take home, and why not visit the pirate photo booth for a selfie with family and friends?

Spring is a magical time to explore the garden and woodland, with an abundance of flowering magnolias, camellias, hellebores, daffodils and rhododendrons. Picnics, and dogs on leads are welcome.

Easter activities will be running at Borde Hill Garden from 4 to 19 April. Activities and trails may cost extra on top of admission. The story trail, activities and crafts are free to Friends of Borde Hill.

For more information, visit www.bordehill.co.uk or call 01444 450 326. Photo credit: Alex Rickard Photography

Easter Holidays Mon 6 – Fri 17 April* 10am – 3pm

Enjoy a hunt & plant an Easter pot Visit squiresgardencentres.co.uk All centres except Chertsey

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BERTRAM BUNNY’S EASTER PIRATE ADVENTURE 4th - 19th April, daily Join Bertram on a pirate-themed garden adventure*. Follow the trail and seek out the hidden treasures to receive a delicious chocolate treat!

Plus daily Easter crafts to make and take home (additional charge applies). *£3 per trail to include a prize, plus admission (FREE to Friends) Adventure Playground, Gift Shop, Plant Sales, Café, Dogs Welcome

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Easter Holiday Fun Fun for all the family, Support a local Charity

Monday 6th April - Sunday 19th April 10am - 4pm

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Looking for a great day out during the Easter Holidays? Join the Aldingbourne Country Centre where they will be hosting two weeks of fun packed events with something for the whole family to enjoy.

Melissa Ross from Portsmouth told Primary Times, “We came to the Easter events last year and we had a brilliant day. The kids had great fun with lots to do. The cafe is great, the food was delicious and well-priced, with friendly helpful staff. I’d highly recommend a trip.”

Join Aldingbourne for their Children’s Wipe Out Zone on Monday 6 April where you can race through the inflatable course. Can you make it through, or will you be wiped out? With First Class Falconry visiting on Tuesday 7 April and Tom’s Talking Reptiles on the Friday 10 April, there will be fun for all the family as they find out more about wonderful reptiles and birds of prey.

Returning for Easter, the centre will have Foam Party days on Thursday 9 and Friday 17 April. Join them for some fabulous foamy fun with music and dancing in the giant foam pit. Bounceabout will also return for Wednesday 8 and 15 April, where children can have fun bouncing around on a range of different bouncy castles.

The Aldingbourne Trust is an award-winning charity that supports adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to live the lives they choose. For more information, visit www.aldingbournetrust.org.

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Spring Live! 2020

Celebrate the great British outdoors and the arrival of spring at the South of England Showground’s Spring Live! event on Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 May. The weekend offers something for every generation to enjoy, with traditional countryside activities including ‘have a go’ maypole dancing, the famous sheep show, a newly extended Segway course, inspirational gardening demonstrations and talks. Experience the much-loved Alpaca Show, a variety of independent and countryinspired shopping stalls and a food hall jam-packed with mouthwatering artisan treats from local producers.

Younger visitors can enjoy farm animal meet and greets and get up close to creepy crawlies and reptiles. They can also take part in magical wand-making workshops using traditional wood-crafting skills, let loose at the funfair, test their driving skills on the mini monster truck courses and much more.

If that weren’t enough, there’s live entertainment on the main stage with talented performances from East Sussex College students and even flyball so the canine members of the family can get involved too.

Spring Live! tickets are available from www.seas.org.uk and cost £11.70 for adults, £9.90 for senior citizens/students (inclusive of 10% online discount until 01.05.20) - under 16s go free.

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Hop into Easter Fun at Hever Castle

Family fun at Hever Castle and Gardens throughout the Easter holidays promises to put a spring in your step. Hunt for the colourful carrots and the Hever bunny in their fun free Easter trail, or take part in an Easter egg hunt in the grounds. Each child will receive a chocolate for completing the trail and a mini chocolate egg for each Easter egg they find. Take part in an Easter themed trail in the Castle to learn about creatures that hatch and create an egg-shaped decoration to hang on Hever’s Easter tree.

Visitors aged 7 to 14 can explore the Tudor Towers adventure playground with its own moat, drawbridge and three turrets.

It features three slides and two poles and lots of interactive elements including musical instruments, a maze and hidden boxes to find. Under 7s can enjoy the natural play area, Acorn Dell, with its two-metre-high living willow structure, a giant sandpit, a mound with tunnels to clamber in and a climbing frame.

Challenge yourself in the Yew Maze and see how long it takes you to find the way out and try not to get wet in the Water Maze. Visitors can then round off the day with seasonal home cooked food and mouth-watering cakes in the restaurant.

Easter activities will be running at Hever Castle from 2 to 19 April. For more information, visit www.hevercastle.co.uk.

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The South Downs Planetarium in Chichester is an exciting place for people of all ages to visit. Get lost in their stunning fulldome images and breath-taking videos whilst highly experienced and enthusiastic lecturers take you on a mind-blowing journey through space. The Planetarium is located to the south of the City of Chichester, by the campus of the High School. With its 100-seater auditorium, colourful displays and well-stocked sales kiosk, the Planetarium has something for all would-be astronauts and stargazers aged 6 years and above.

In conjunction with the new fulldome video system, which produces stunning immersive images and video, the Planetarium’s magnificent star projector projects nearly 4500 stars and other celestial objects onto the dome above your head. The Planetarium puts on new public shows every month including during the school holidays. There is free car parking adjacent to the Planetarium building, easy access for the disabled, and it is only a short walk from rail and bus stations. The Planetarium operates throughout the year but is not open every day, therefore casual callers cannot be accommodated.

For details of all upcoming shows and opening hours, plus a map of how to find the Planetarium, visit their website at www.southdowns.org.uk. It is always advisable to book tickets in advance as some shows sell out quickly.

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Try our Indoor Clip n’ Climb at The Bridge Leisure Centre After school sessions Open all day during the holidays All sessions only £9, from 4 years of age To book call us or visit the website www.thebridgeleisurecentre.co.uk

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National Trust in West Sussex

Spring has sprung at National Trust places nearby including Nymans, Sheffield Park and Garden, Petworth House and Park and Standen, with endless adventures in the great outdoors for your family.

Challenge little legs to navigate winding woodland paths, under towering trees flushed green with fresh leaves. Look closer to catch the twitch of a wing or a fleeting, furry tail as nature emerges from a long slumber.

Be first to count the colours of delicate buds in gardens about to burst into bloom. Or shed the winter layers running wild with friends in a natural play space.

And in the Easter holidays, beat the Bank Holiday crowds with Cadbury Easter Egg Hunts on for the whole of the school break.

Become a nature detective and solve the clues, then finish your adventure with a chocolate treat from Cadbury.

Wherever you choose, find family-friendly facilities including baby-changing and warm, welcoming cafés filled with treats for adventurers big and small.

Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/westsussex for more information.

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Easter Duck Quest at Arundel Wetland Centre

At the Easter Duck Quest at Arundel Wetland Centre, from 4-19 April, friends and families can get outside and search for GIANT yellow ducks amongst their weird and wonderful reallife duck cousins. Whilst looking for big yellow ducks hidden in spectacular wetland landscapes, visitors will also be able to discover fascinating and quirky facts about birds like the scaly-sided merganser and black-necked grebes. Finish the trail and win a yummy, vegan friendly prize.

As well as the duck quest there will be other fun ducky activities for families like Cracking Crafts and pond dipping. The Eggstra-ordinary Trolley will be roaming the grounds with the Learning Team with real eggs and nests to see up close!

The Easter Duck Quest is included as part of the Centre admission price (free for WWT members). Admission tickets are 10% cheaper if booked online at www.wwt.org.uk/arundel.

Lizzy Pearce from WWT Arundel Wetland Centre told Primary Times, “Easter 2020 at WWT Wetland Centres is set to be amazing. Our wide variety of duck species are fascinating at this time of year, particularly with male ducks displaying their bright breeding plumage. The Easter Duck Quest is a fantastic way for visitors to interact with our real-life ducks and is great for getting children outdoors and connected to nature.”

Lambs and Calves at Coombes Farm

Spring is an amazing time at Coombes Farm near Lancing. They have 800 ewes lambing and 80 Sussex cows calving. They are born inside the barns and go out into the fields with their mothers at 3 days old. The farm is open to visitors from 14 March to 19 April.

A visit to the farm will allow you to see the lambs and calves being born and then to take a tractor ride to the top of the environmentally sensitive downs to see the animals, as well as the corn fields and conservation areas. You’ll also be able to enjoy amazing views out to sea and over the Weald.

There is an outdoor and indoor picnic area. Teas and coffees are available and Ren’s caterers will be serving hot food. And, yes, the ice cream man will be back!

Coombes is a family farm and they have been farming there since 1901. This is their 41st year of opening the farm to the public, entertaining and educating visitors who come back year after year.

You can also go coarse fishing at Passies Pond on the farm. Check out their website at www.coombes.co.uk

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Enter the plant houses under a full-size replica of the Iguanodon fossil, discovered in the Sussex Weald in 1834.

Then visit the beautiful collection of colourful koi carp in their Oriental Garden.

Experience the sights and sounds of prehistoric times on the Dinosaur Safari, try your luck at Crazy Golf and wander through the gardens with waterfalls, small lakes and fountains that make up some of the finest gardens in Sussex. Follow the Sussex History Trail – a collection of hand-crafted models of Sussex landmarks that will remind you of their exciting past. A miniaLambing ture railway carries passengers Ti m at Coom around the gardens. Climb be s Tyrannosaurus Towers and then experience Triassic Treetops Adventure Play. Climb the netted Open until April 19th walkways through the trees and 800 Ewes lambing slide the spiral slide to discover 80 Cows calving the tunnels below. Enjoy the Adults £3 Children £2 indoor play area, crammed with Also available tractor rides brightly coloured tubes, tunnels to the top of the Downs and slides. There are regular through the ewes and lambs, competitions and events in the cows and calves. school holidays to keep children Church Farm, Coombes, entertained.

Lancing, Sussex BN15 0RS For more information, visit 01273 452028 www.coombes.co.uk www.paradisepark.co.uk.

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Family Fun Day at Fontwell Park

What better way to spend the May Bank Holiday weekend than at Fontwell Park’s Big Bank Holiday Family Fun Day on Sunday 24 May? Get the whole family together and go to the races for a great day out for children and adults alike.

There will be plenty of entertainment to keep the kids busy - they can have a go on the many funfair rides or can try their hand at being jockeys with pony rides running throughout the day.

There will also be a face painter and a bouncy castle so you can tire the little ones out before the day’s over! All entertainment will be free, making your time at Fontwell Park not only a fun day out, but an affordable one too.

It’s not just about keeping the kids entertained. There will be lots to do for adults as well. Seven National Hunt races will run throughout the afternoon. Put your bets on while watching the horses walk around the parade ring and then see them fly across Fontwell’s unique figure of eight track to the winning post.

With the new family saver ticket, two adults and two children can go racing for only £30 (Paddock admission only). Book today at www.fontwellpark.co.uk to save £5 each on gate prices.

Meet Peppa and George Pig at The Kids’ Festival

The focus of The Kids’ Festival is to deliver a festival experience tailored to children under nine that offers the ultimate wow factor for both you and your children at a reasonable, family-friendly price. It will be an immersive and exciting experience bursting with a wide range of thrilling and enjoyable interactive activities.

The festival organisers believe that happy children make happy families, and aim to elevate your quality time together and foster bonding experiences. They ensure that their events are as accessible, user-friendly and as stressfree as possible, so you can focus all your attention on your child.

There will be lots of opportunities for your kids to enjoy themselves from a princess party to Didicars, circus skills, dance workshops, messy play, bouncy castle kingdom, face painting and much, much more. Choose from morning or afternoon sessions on either Saturday or Sunday. Meet and greets for Peppa and George will also be available on the day on a first come first served basis.

Simply register when you arrive.

The Kids’ Festival promises to be an exciting event packed full of fun and interactive activities. It will be taking place on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 April at The South of England Showground, Ardingly.

Babes in arms go free. For more information, visit www.thekidsfestival.co.uk.

Wild Families in Pulborough Brooks and Pagham Harbour Across the UK, RSPB reserves are showcasing egg-straordinary wildlife this Easter. Go along to RSPB Pulborough Brooks or RSPB Pagham Harbour in West Sussex and discover beautiful birds and magnificent minibeasts.

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Join the RSPB Pulborough Brooks’ Wild Families team for Wild Wednesday on 8 April and 15 April. You could be going on a snake hunt or becoming wildlife detectives for the morning. Alternatively, go to Pondemonium on Monday 6 April or Friday 17 April and meet some of the wonderful creatures that lurk in the depths of the pond. There’s no need to book and all events run from 10.30am to 12noon. Charges apply.

Visit RSPB Pagham Harbour on Thursday 9 April and find out about Eggstraordinary birds. Birds are experts at making nests and lay beautiful eggs.

Create your own nest and lovely egg, while learning how birds produce these wonders of nature. On Tuesday 14 April you can try pond dipping and bug hunting and see who’s at home in the Discovery Zone. Booking is essential on both events, which run from 10.30am to 12.30pm and charges apply.

For more details about the events at Pulborough Brooks visit www.rspb.org.uk or call 01798 875 851.

For more details about the events at Pagham Habour visit www.rspb.org.uk/PTPag or call 01243 641 508.

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Visit the award-winning West Dean Gardens, near Chichester, this Easter from 10 to 13 April to enjoy a trail through the beautiful Gardens, abundant with spring flowers and get creative with a host of Easter craft activities.

Choose from two trails, tailored to under 5s or 6 to 9-yearolds, both with a chocolate prize. Easter themed craft activities include making a colourful felt egg (designed by milliner Victoria Brown), egg and daffodil decorations made from recycled materials, a collaborative Easter mural and outdoor easels. Plus have a go at flower-pot bean bag toss, an egg and spoon race and challenge friends and family to a game of giant noughts and crosses.

The Gardens Restaurant offers breakfasts from 9am at weekends and bank holidays, hot and cold lunches, afternoon teas and children’s meals.

Take advantage of a Spring Pass and enjoy unlimited entry to the Gardens from 1 March to 31 May for only £20. The Spring Pass is available online or from the Gardens Shop. Normal entry for an adult costs £10 and just £7.50 for children, which includes all activities and the chocolate prize.

Book online a www.westdeangardens.org.uk

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Eggstraordinary birds at RSPB Pagham Harbour Thursday 9 April

Wild Families – Pondemonium at RSPB Pulborough Brooks Monday 6 and Friday 17 April

Birds are experts at making nests and lay beautiful eggs. Come and create your own nest and lovely egg, while learning more about how birds produce these wonders of nature.

Come and meet some of the weird and wonderful creatures lurking in the watery depths of our ponds. We also have a whole host of other egg-cellent activities taking place throughout the holidays.

RSPB Pagham Harbour, Chichester, PO20 7NE Tel: 01243 641508

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April All Aboard A Tour of The Planets, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP

(Also 13 Apr). From hot little Mercury, past cloud-covered Venus, Earth and Mars, you’ll head for the outer planets. Through the rocky reaches of the Asteroid Belt, past giant Jupiter, to Neptune and beyond.

Ages 6+. For more details and to book visit www.southdowns.org.uk

First Class Falconry Day, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester, PO18 0JP 10am-4pm. Enjoy this falconry event, which gives you the opportunity to learn all about the birds of prey and watch some spectacular falconry shows. Drop-in. For more information visit www. aldingbournetrust.co.uk

Exoplanets, Distant Worlds Alien Life?, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP

Recent advances in technology have enabled the discover of new planets in orbit around stars beyond our Sun. Could some of them carry forms of life? What would this alien life be like? Ages 6+. For more details and to book visit www.southdowns.org.uk

Wed 8 Apr

Be A Calligrapher, Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, PO19 1TJ

10.30am-3.30pm. The magic of modern calligraphy is that it doesn’t need to be perfect, so everyone will get awesome results and take home stunning artworks to inspire them to keep writing beautifully. Ages 8-15.

Booking essential, charges apply. For more details visit www.pallant.org.uk

The Easter Full Moon, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP

The Moon is our nearest neighbour, and many people don’t realise what a fascinating world it is. Its phases are also linked to the date of Easter, although not in a simple way. Ages 6+.

For more details and to book visit www.southdowns.org.uk

Wild Woodies Spring Holiday Club, Woods Mill, Henfield, BN5 9SD

10am-3pm. Explore the exciting world of minibeasts. Use a net to dive into the watery depths of the pond in search of water boatmen and newt tadpoles and learn about moths as you open up the moth trap. Booking essential, charges apply.

For more information visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

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Wild Families – Wild Wednesday, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL (Also 16 Apr). 10.30am-12noon.

A special activity for families.You could be ditch dipping, hunting for minibeasts or going on a snake hunt.

Drop-in, charges apply. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk/ PTPul

Thurs 9 Apr

Foam Party, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester, PO18 0JP

(Also 17 Apr). Foam Party days are returning for Easter 2020. Join in for some fabulous foamy fun with music and dancing in the giant foam pit. For more information visit www. aldingbournetrust.co.uk

Make a Bracelet, Worthing Museum, BN11 1HP

10.30am-12noon. Design and create colourful bracelets for yourself and your friends using paper rolled beads, string, thread and paper. Learn a new craft that you can take away with you.

Ages 7-12. Booking essential, charges apply. For more information visit www.worthingmuseum.co.uk

Eggstraordinary Birds!, RSPB Pagham Harbour, Sidlesham, PO20 7NE

10.30am-12.30pm. Birds are experts at making nests and lay beautiful eggs.

Create your own nest and lovely egg while learning more about how the birds produce these wonders of nature. Booking essential, charges apply. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk/PTPag

Be a Puppeteer, Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, PO19 1TJ 10.30am-3.30pm. Animate real puppets and then create your own to take home. The workshop will be led by professional artist educators. Ages 6+. Booking essential, charges apply.

For more information visit www. pallant.org.uk

Rosemead Park Easter Out and About, Littlehampton, BN17 6UH

Littlehampton Town Council’s Easter Holiday park session, with lots of eggciting fun to be had. A morning of energy-expending enjoyment. Ages 3-11. Free. For more information visit www.visitlittlehampton.co.uk

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Family Art Friday, Worthing Museum, BN11 1HP

10.30am-12.30pm, 1.30-3.30pm.

Spring has sprung all around, so make some bird crafts, bird boxes, bee hotels, pipe cleaner art and a few more activities using recycled materials. All ages. Drop-in. For more information visit www. worthingmuseum.co.uk

The Night Sky This Easter, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP

We are often treated to clear, crisp nights over the Easter holiday period, and many people take the chance to have a look at the night sky. Enjoy a guided tour of what’s up in the starry sky at this time of the year. Ages 6+.

For more details and to book visit www.southdowns.org.uk

Wild Families – Minibeast Safari, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL (Also 29 May). 10.30am-12.30pm.

Explore the woods and meadows and learn amazing facts about these tiny creatures. Get to know your invertebrates with a close-up view through a microscope. Also, wild art activities. Drop-in, charges apply. For more details visit www.rspb.org.uk/ PTPul

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Easter Trail and Craft Activities, West Dean Gardens, PO18 0RX 9am-5pm. Follow one of the Easter themed trails for a chocolate prize.

There’ll be plenty of other interactive games, arts and crafts, including painting an Easter mural and making a patterned egg decoration. Charges apply. For more information visit www.westdeangardens.org.uk

Springing into Easter, Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, TN22 3QL

All day travel is included in the ticket price so you can hop on and off all day. Also, take part in a springtime themed bunny hunt and nature trails for children. For more information and to book visit www.bluebellrailway.com

Easter Bunny Hunt, Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, TN22 4HJ 10am-4pm. A traditional Easter Bunny Hunt, with arts and crafts, facepainting, dancing and hand-crafted chocolate treats, plus a delicious lunch-time BBQ. Drop-in, charges apply. For more information visit www.wildernesswood.co.uk

Sat 11 Apr

Easter Kids Fun Day, Littlehampton High Street, BN17 5EJ

12noon-3pm. Hosted activities for children include face painting, circus skills workshop, LOCA arts chalk experience, fun musical games and a tap-dancing tutorial. Also, craft making, cupcake decorating, sand art pictures and more. For more information visit www. visitlittlehampton.co.uk

Sat 11 Apr–Sun 31 May Spring Spectacular, Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE

10am-5pm. Admire hundreds of sprig blooms across the garden at Standen from colourful bedding plants, such as forget-me-knots, to beautiful tulips. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/standen

Sun 12 – Mon 13 Apr Easter Family Fun, Herstmonceux Castle, Hailsham, BN27 1RN

10am-4pm. An ‘egg’cellent fun-filled family event with lots of activities.

For more information visit www. herstmonceux-castle.com

Mon 13 Apr

The Moon Landing Experience, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP 3.30pm. A new ‘Full Dome Immersive Video’ with breath-taking images. Experience a Lunar Mission and learn about the challenges and ingenuity of the Moon Landing Programme. Ages 6+. For more details and to book visit www. southdowns.org.uk

Easter Egg Hunt, Goff’s Park, Crawley, RH11 8QB

11am-1pm. Join in the Easter Egg Hunt and some art activities. Meet by the kiosk next to the pitch’n’putt.

Small charge applies. For more information visit www.crawley.gov. uk

Tues 14 Apr

Creature Hunt, Worthing Museum, BN11 1HP

10.30am-12noon. Be a detective and see how many creatures you can find in the Museum. Find them painted on pots, jewellery, embroidered or printed, carvings and sculptures. Make a model or drawing of your favourite. Booking essential. For more details visit www.worthingmuseum.co.uk

Amazing April, Tuppenny Barn, Southbourne, PO10 8EZ

10am-12noon. Create mini gardens to take home, then visit the Tuppenny kitchen for some cooking.

Includes homemade refreshments.

Ages 5+. Booking essential, charges apply. For more information visit www.tuppennybarn.co.uk

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Win Tickets for Paws in the Park Spring Show

Paws in the Park, the show for all working, trained and pet dogs, is returning to the South of England Showground, Ardingly on 16 and 17 May. Paws in the Park is a brilliant day out for all the family and provides endless activities for dogs to enjoy with their owners. There is also shopping, food, camping and all-day entertainment including the K9 Aquazone featuring Dash ‘n’ Splash and doggy water sports. The show is open on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 May. Advanced ticket prices start at £9 for children and £12 for adults and can be purchased online at www.pawsinthepark.net or on the gate.

MDS Shows have teamed up with Primary Times magazine to give away ten family tickets to Paws in the Park Spring Show. For your chance to win, tell us in which zone dogs can compete in doggy water sports. See below for details of how to enter.

Win an Exclusive Spy Bundle with MY SPY To celebrate the UK release of MY SPY starring Dave Bautista, Chloe Coleman, Kristen Schaal and Ken Jeong, we are thrilled to be hosting a competition to win an exclusive MY SPY prize bundle including a hoodie, a special spy pen, a notebook and a portable power pack.

JJ, a hardened CIA operative, finds himself at the mercy of a precocious 9 year old girl, having been sent undercover to surveil her family. Despite his reluctance, JJ finds he is no match for Sophie’s disarming charm and wit.

The family comedy MY SPY is out in cinemas now.

For your chance to win this great prize, tell us how old the junior spy is. See below for details of how to enter.

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Win Tickets to the South of England Show

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Competitions Offering every generation the chance to re-connect with the countryside and have a great day out, the South of England Show 2020 features a non-stop programme of agricultural and equestrian competitions and displays, live entertainment, rural crafts and an abundance of food, drink and shopping opportunities. Children can meet hundreds of animals, take part in the ‘roarsome’ Dinosaur trail and meet a T-Rex, experience life as a Saxon or Viking, try their hand at pond dipping and so much more. The show will also feature amazing stunt displays from the Atkinson Action Horses as well as international level show jumping, heavy horse displays, livestock parades and lots more - a show set to wow visitors of all ages!

The South of England Show is on Thursday 11, Friday 12 and Saturday 13 June at the South of England Showground, Ardingly. Tickets are available from www.seas.org.uk and cost £19.80 for adults.

For your chance to win a pair of tickets (children under 16 go free), tell us which dinosaur you can meet on the dinosaur trail.

See below for details of how to enter.

Win a Copy of Find the Spy Find the Spy by Zoë Armstrong and Shelly Laslo, published by Puffin on 19 March, is a fascinating introduction to the world of spies. Discover the true stories of eight spies: one who crawled across the rooftops of Paris, one who hid secrets in her wooden leg, and even the grandma-nextdoor who turned out to be a spy.

With eight fiendish spotting scenes, only the most cunning reader will be able to find the real-life spies hidden throughout this book. Learn top-secret skills such as the art of disguise, coding secret messages and writing in invisible ink.

This Easter, Imperial War Museum London will be putting the kids through their paces with a secret agent crash course, inspired by real life spies. This free family event is taking place on 4 and 5 April between 11am and 4pm.

Assemble at 11am either day for your secret mission. For more information, visit www.iwm.org.uk.

For your chance to win a copy of Find the Spy, tell us where the secret agent crash course is being held. See below for details of how to enter.

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 24 April 2020.

If you are entering more than one competition you can put all entries in the same envelope.

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April Pond Dipping and Bug Hunting, RSPB Pagham Harbour, Sidlesham, PO20 7NE

10.30am-12.30pm. As spring gets underway discover the weird and wonderful creatures that lurk in the depths of the lovely pond and live in the Discovery Zone. Booking essential, charges apply. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk/ PTPag

The Northern Lights, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP

(Also 19 Apr). 3.30pm. Learn how eruptions on the Sun cause displays of the Northern Lights, and how these are visible from the ground.

Booking essential. For more details and to book visit www.southdowns. org.uk

Wed 15 Apr

Be a Graphic Designer, Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, PO19 1TJ 10.30am-3.30pm. Do you think letters of the alphabet have different personalities? Use your imagination and have fun designing your own giant monogram. Workshop led by professional artist educators. Ages 6+. Booking essential, charges apply.

For more information visit www. pallant.org.uk

Wild Woodies Spring Holiday Club, Woods Mill, Henfield, BN5 9SD

10am-3pm. Learn basic bushcraft skills, practice safe fire lighting, make shelters, learn about animals that live in the woods and what they need to survive by playing stalking games amongst the trees. Booking essential, charges apply. For more details and to book visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Southfields Out and About, Littlehampton, BN17 6AE

10am-12noon. Littlehampton Town Council’s Easter Holiday park session, with lots of eggciting fun to be had.

A morning of energy-expending enjoyment. Ages 3-11. Free. For more information visit www. visitlittlehampton.co.uk

Thurs 16 Apr

Printmaking Fun, Worthing Museum, BN11 1HP

10.30am-12noon. Try printing with vegetables and fruit, making a printing plate with string and card and make a stencil. Enjoy experimenting and print onto fabric, paper and card. Ages 7-12. Booking essential, charges apply.

For more information visit www. worthingmuseum.co.uk

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Be an Illustrator, Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, PO19 1TJ

10.30am-3.30pm. Design and print your own storybook illustrations inspired by the current exhibition.

Learn drypoint and mono printing techniques. Workshop led by professional artist educators. Ages 6+. Booking essential, charges apply.

For more information visit www. pallant.org.uk

Woodland Walk: Ranger’s Choice, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB

11am-12.30pm. A guided walk exploring the many different wonders of the woods as chosen by the people who know them best. Spring is the season when the trees and plants are coming to life and birds can be seen and heard. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/nymans

Fri 17 Apr

Family Art Friday, Worthing Museum, BN11 1HP

10.30am-12.30pm, 1.30-3.30pm.

Discover many crafts to make from woodlands. Have a go at twig and withie art, owl craft, leaf art, weave simple baskets and more. All ages.

Drop-in. For more information visit www.worthingmuseum.co.uk

Scavenger Hunt & Rockpool Detective, Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters, East Dean, BN20 0AB

(Also 2, 3 May). 10am-3pm. Pick up a tracker pack, get some tools and guidance, then head out on the beach and see what treasures you can find. Activities are self-led. Dropin, donations welcome. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/birling-gap-and-the-sevensisters

Springtime Stars & Galaxies, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP

3.30pm. On late spring and summer evenings, if the skies are clear, you can see some familiar star patters including the Great Bear, Leo (the Lion),Virgo (the Maiden), Scorpius (the Scorpion) and many others.

Booking essential. Ages 6+. For more details and to book visit www. southdowns.org.uk

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Slindon’s Secret Bluebells, Slindon Estate, BN18 0RG

11am-1pm. Join a Ranger on a 2.5 mile long guided walk through the glorious spring woodlands and carpets of blue of Nore Woods.

Booking essential, charges apply.

For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/slindon-estate

Batty About Bats, Arundel WWT Centre, BN18 9PB

A fun family-friendly bat walk aimed at children. Play the Bat-Moth game, visit bat hotspots around the reserve and watch bats feeding over the Arun Riverlife lagoon. Booking essential.

For more information and to book visit www.wwt.org.uk/wetlandcentres/arundel

Sat 18 – Sun 19 Apr The Kids’ Festival, South of England Showground, Ardingly, RH17 6TL

A new event promising to be packed full of fun and interactive activities.

Opportunities for your kids to enjoy themselves, from princess party to Didicars, circus skills, dance workshops, messy play, bouncy castle kingdom, face painting and more. For more details visit www. thekidsfestival.co.uk

Model Railway Exhibition, Tanbridge House School, Horsham, RH12 1SR

10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun. Crawley Model Railway Society are holding their 29th annual model railway exhibition. In addition to the 17 traditional layouts there will be a large Lego® model railway layout and a specialist Lego® retailer. Charges apply. For more details visit www. crawleymrs.org.uk

Sun 19 Apr

Bird Watching for Beginners, RSPB Pagham Harbour, Sidlesham, PO20 7NE

10am-1pm. Would you recognise a blackcap from its song or a spotted flycatcher by sight? Start with a short theory session, then go on a walk on the reserve, looking at identification by shape, colour, song and more.

Booking essential, charges apply. For more details visit www.rspb.org.uk/ PTPag

Sun 19 Apr – Sun 17 May

Rhododendron Festival, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB 10am-4pm. Celebrate the glory of Nyman’s rhododendron collection as it bursts into life this spring.

Featuring rare and prize-winning

species. Find out more about these beautiful plants with pop-up displays, walks, talks and tours. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/nymans

Wed 22 Apr

Tulip Festival, Pashley Manor, near Wadhurst, TN5 7HE

10am-5pm. See one hundred and eight varieties of tulip planted in the colour themed garden ‘rooms’.

Charges apply. For more information visit www.highweald.org

Wed 22 Apr–Tues 5 May Sustrans Big Pedal, Nationwide

Join in with the UK’s largest interschool cycling, walking and scooting challenges inspiring pupils, staff and parents to choose human power for their journey to school. To register and for free fun and interactive resources visit www.bigpedal.org.uk

Thurs 23 Apr

Bluebells and Beyond Tour, Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield, TN22 3QX

(Also 30 Apr). 11.30am-1pm. Take a tour of the woods when they are at their most colourful. See the bluebells and hear historic and natural highlights from the Ranger.

Booking essential, charges apply. For more details and to book visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/sheffield-parkand-garden

Fri 24 Apr

Moth Trap Morning, Woods Mill, Henfield, BN5 9SD

8.30-9.30am. Watch as the previous nights’ moth trap is opened, then help to identify how many of the 2500 species of moths in the UK have been caught. Booking essential.

For more details visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

My First Cinema: Animal Shorts, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea, BN43 5EG

Let the little ones enjoy a glimpse of nature with these great short films.

Charges apply. For more information visit www.ropetacklecentre.co.uk

Sat 25 Apr

Family Days, The Novium, Chichester, PO19 1QH

10am-2pm. Learn more about life in the Iron Age. Handle replica weaponry and objects, learn about what people wore and how they made it. Try your hand at making salt-baked jewellery (booking for craft recommended). Free, drop-in.

For more information and to book visit www.thenovium.org

Lewes STEM Fair, Lewes Town Hall, BN7 2QS 11.30am-3pm. Explore the science behind new inventions, discover the latest technology and get creative with your own ideas for the future.

Organised by Curiosity Sussex.

For more information visit www. lewesstemfair.com

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More What’s On Your family diary for March, April & May

April Family Days, The Novium, Chichester, PO19 1QH

10am-2pm. Learn more about life in the Iron Age. Handle replica weaponry and objects, learn more about what people wore, how they made their clothes, and have a go at weaving on a loom. Take part in minidigs, craft and trails. Activities may differ. For more details visit www. thenovium.org

Sat 25 – Sun 26 Apr Birdsong Festival, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL

10am-4pm. With friendly guides stationed at hotspots and mini masterclasses to introduce you to brilliant birdsong, experience this springtime sensation. Hopefully you might hear the most celebrated songster – the nightingale. Drop-in.

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

Sat 25 Apr–Sun 31 May PJ Masks Stop the Mayhem!, SEA LIFE Brighton, BN2 1TB

Romeo, Luna Girl and Ninjalino have taken over SEA LIFE Brighton and caused Marine Mayhem. Help the PJ Masks defeat the night-time baddies and restore the aquarium back to its peaceful state.

Find the 5 action pods and receive an amazing reward. For more information visit www.visitsealife.com

Sun 26 Apr

Plant Fair, Arundel Castle, BN18 9PA

Over 20 specialist nurseries exhibiting and selling a wide range of locally grown, good quality and often unusual plants, bulbs and shrubs.

Charges apply. For more information visit www.arundelcastle.org

Wed 29 Apr

Hollybush Wood Walk, Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE

12noon-1pm. An opportunity to explore the wood with its stunning bluebells and years of stories to tell.

Learn the fascinating history behind this ancient woodland on a guided walk with an expert volunteer.

For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/standen

May

Sat 2 May

Littlehampton Town Artisan Market Superheroes Special, Littlehampton High Street, BN17 5EJ

10am-4pm. Celebrating its 5th year, local producers, creators, artisan craft makers, buskers and more will be sharing their skills and products at this community market.

For more information visit www. visitlittlehampton.co.uk

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16 Mar - 10 May ‘20

Toy and Rail Collectors Fair, Bluebell Railway, Horsted Keynes Station, RH17 7BB

10am-4pm. Catering for everyone from avid collectors to the curious. In the extensive layout of stalls at Horsted Keynes you’ll find model railways, diecast models, collectables, railway books, photographs and more. Charges apply.

For more details visit www.bluebellrailway.com

Sat 2 – Sun 3 May

Spring Food Festival, Weald & Downland Living Museum, PO18 0EU

10.30am-5pm. Enjoy free cookery demonstrations and short talks, shop from stall holders selling local produce, watch demonstrations and crafts, learn about historic food and drink and more.

There’ll be lots of tasty samples to try before you buy. For more details visit www.wealddown.co.uk

Spring Live! South of England Showground, Ardingly, RH17 6TL

9am-5pm. Celebrate the great British outdoors. Enjoy animal meet and greets, take part in wand-making workshops, let loose at the funfair and more.

Something for the whole family to enjoy with live music, plus maypole dancing and axe throwing. For more information visit www.seas.org.uk

Sun 3 May

Look-Think-Make, De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill, TN40 1DP

2-4pm. Drop-in creative activities in dialogue with ideas in the exhibitions.

Charges apply. Suitable for all ages. For more information visit www.dlwp.com

Fri 8 May

V for Victory, Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, TN22 3QL A fun and nostalgic event for the whole family, recreating the 1940s atmosphere to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. Dressing up is a must – but leave the spam at home.

There’ll be music, dance, vehicles and more. For more information visit www. bluebell-railway.com

Fri 8 – Sun 10 May

May Day Weekend Crafts, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 5UA

11am-12.30pm. Unleash your creativity and have a go at some natural crafts inspired by Jack in the Green. Drop-in, charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiam-castle

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Inspired by Nature Spring Festival, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL

2-4pm. Help make the croquet lawn border bloom with wild flowers this summer by taking part in the seed bombing afternoon. All materials will be supplied, just roll up your sleeves and get throwing. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/standen

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10am-4pm. Celebrate springtime wildlife with friendly guides and mini masterclasses designed to take you behind the scenes or give you special hints and tips on finding and identifying wildlife. Drop-in, additional charges for some activities. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk/ PTPul

Sun 10 May

Annual May Fair, Horam Manor Farm, Heathfield, TN21 0JB

There’ll be plenty happening at the May Fair with stalls to browse, BBQ, pre-booking for tile decoration at The Little White Studio, try your hand at traditional skills, bouncy castle, circus skills, pony rides and lots more. For more information visit www.horammanorfarm.co.uk.

Your chance to meet Masha from ‘Masha and the Bear’. Free. Take photos and share for a chance to win a £25 gift card. For more information visit www.countymall.co.uk

Seed Bombing, Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE

Sat 16 – Sun 17 May Paws in the Park, South of England Showground, Ardingly, RH17 6TL

9.30am-5pm. A brilliant day out for all the family. Paws in the Park provides endless activities for dogs to enjoy with their owners, plus shopping, food, camping and all-day entertainment. Lots of ‘have a go’ activities and non-stop arena entertainment. For more details visit www.pawsinthepark.net

Celebrations at Park Mill, Bateman’s, Burwash, TN19 7DS

To celebrate National Mill Day there will be a series of short talks about the Mill by one of the guides at 11.30am, 12noon, and 12.30pm.

Watch the millers work in the fully operation mill in the afternoon.

For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans

Peppa Pig’s Muddy Puddle Walk, Nationwide

Join thousands across the UK and organise a Muddy Puddle Walk with your family and get sponsored to raise money for Save the Children.

For more details and to sign up for a free fundraising pack visit www. savethechildren.org.uk

Wed 13 May

Birding for Absolute Beginners – Garden Birds, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL

10am-1pm.You’ll be taken through the resources and equipment that will come in handy, hear lots of hints and tips on how to enjoy watching birds, and start to work on your bird identification skills. Booking essential, charges apply. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk/PTPul

Sat 16 May

Littlehampton Lions Charity Street Fayre, High Street, Littlehampton, BN17 5EJ

9am-4pm. Charities and non-profit groups will be raising funds and promoting their group all day long.

There will also be entertainment from local groups and a children’s entertainer. For more information visit www.visitlittlehampton.co.uk

Sun 24 May

Big Bank Holiday Family Fun Day, Fontwell Park, Fontwell, BN18 0SX

If you’re searching for something to do this bank holiday, look no further than Fontwell Park. It’s the perfect way to spend the day with your family. There’s plenty of entertainment set to keep your children entertained, and lots to do for adults too. For more details visit www.fontwellpark.co.uk

Tues 26 May

Urban Dance and BBoy Championships 2020, Brighton Marina, BN2 5WA 10am-6pm. Join the BBoy and Bgirl Battles, dance workshops and street dance performances. Hosted by local dance legend JP Omari and judged by UK Bboy Champions. Free.

For more information visit www. brightonmarina.co.uk

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