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What’s On

What’s On Your family diary for the Summer Holidays Ongoing Until 14 Jul

The Big Screen, The Village Square, Brighton Marina, BN2 5WD East Sussex’s favourite Big Screen returns to Brighton Marina this summer with Sport, Movies and Opera. For more details, the screen schedule and timings visit www. brightonmarina.co.uk

Until 21 Jul

Pond Dipping, WWT Arundel Wetland Centre, BN18 9PB 11am-1pm, 2-4pm. Grab a net to fish out wild wonders in the Pond Explorer Station with the WWT Learning team. For more details visit www.wwt.org.uk

Meet your favourite UglyDolls who will be making special appearances each day. Save on your day out or short break by using the Primary Times discount advertised in this magazine. For more details visit www. gulliversfun.co.uk

Until 30 Sep

Sculpture Exhibition, Borde Hill Garden, Haywards Heath, RH16 1XP Towering kinetic wind art and mythological figures will transform the historic garden into a stunning outdoor gallery for a special 20th anniversary exhibition. Charges apply. For more details visit www.bordehill. co.uk

Until 29 Oct

Until 31 Aug

Little Wild Things, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL

(Weekends only) Enjoy a variety of brilliant buskers and street performers entertaining the boardwalk throughout the summer. For more details visit www. brightonmarina.co.uk

(Selected dates) 10.15-11.45am. Meet some of the amazing creatures that are given a home on the nature reserve, while learning something new, getting a bit mucky and having lots of fun. Ages 2½-5. Charges apply. For more details and to book visit www.rspb.org.uk/PTPul

Brighton Beats, Brighton Marina, BN2 5WD

Museum Quiz Trail, Arundel Museum, BN18 9PA Take a nice walk around Arundel and learn some fascinating facts at the same time. Pop into the museum to get the new Arundel Museum Quiz Trail. For more details visit www. arundelmuseum.org

Until 1 Sep

BRICKOSAURS! Marwell Zoo, Winchester, SO21 1JH This spectacular interactive expedition is created with more than two million LEGO® bricks and is sure to excite families, LEGO® and dinosaur enthusiasts alike. All other Brickosaurs activities are included with general admission. Charges apply. For more details visit www. marwell.org.uk

Until 1 Nov

Sneak Peek Tour, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB (Selected dates) 10.30-11am. Go along and learn more about the fascinating house and collection with a guided tour of the Messel Family Rooms. Free event, admission applies. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans

Dream House Tour, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB (Selected dates) 2-2.45pm. Find out about the architecture and discover how the Messel family transformed Nymans into their Dream House. Free event, admission applies. For more details visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/nymans

Petworth Plant Hunters Summer Trail, Petworth House and Park, GU28 9LR Go on a journey around the Pleasure Ground and discover more about the trees and plants that call Petworth home. Admission applies. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ petworth-house-and-park

Until 2 Sep

Summer Holiday Fun, Gulliver’s Theme Park Resorts, Matlock Bath, Milton Keynes or Warrington Get ready for non-stop rides, attractions and entertainment throughout the summer holidays.

1 July - 1 Sept ‘19

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Guided Garden Walk, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB 10.30-11am. Go along for a guided walk around the gardens led by experienced and knowledgeable garden rangers. Children welcome, must be accompanied by an adult. Free event, admission applies. For details visit www.nationaltrust.org. uk/nymans

Wings and Whiskers Trail, Petworth House and Park, GU28 9LR 11am-5pm. Go on a trail both indoors and out and meet some of the animals of Petworth. From the deer to the bats and even the animals immortalised in art, can you find them all? Admission charges apply. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/petworth-houseand-park

Until 10 Nov

Morris & Co - Inspired by Nature, Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE 10am-4.30pm. Discover the world of Morris & Co. at Standen in this new exhibition throughout the house, garden and estate. Free event. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ standen-house-and-garden

Poetry Trail, Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE 10am-5pm. Learn more about the trees and plants in the garden by following the poetry trail based on the William Morris poem Tapestry Tree. Free event. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/standen-houseand-garden

Until 31 Dec

Explorers Trail, Marwell Zoo, Winchester, SO21 1JH Become a Wild Explorer with fun for the whole family. Collect stamps as you explore the trail that leads to Marwell’s favourite animal enclosure. For more details visit www.marwell. org.uk

July Thurs 4 Jul

Head Gardener Walk, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB 11am-12.30pm. Find out what is at its best in summer and what to look forward to in the following months. Pick up hints and tips and learn more about garden projects and the development of this grade II listed garden. Admission applies. For details visit www.nationaltrust.org. uk/nymans

Thurs 4 Jul – End Sep

HeART to Heart Trail, St. Catherine’s Hospice, Crawley, RH10 6BH This free and engaging public art event is perfect for families looking for something different and fun to do over the summer months, and there’ll even be family-friendly community activities. The hearts will be in place on the trail for 10 weeks across the summer. For more details visit www. stch.org.uk

Fri 5 Jul

Vale School Summer Fair, Worthing, BN14 0DB 4.30-7pm. The annual fair is a fundraising event hosted by Friends of the Vale in support of Vale School. Enjoy this year’s Caribbean theme with fun, games, stalls and BBQ; they’ll be something for everyone. A fully licensed bar open until 8pm. For more details search ‘@friendsofvale’ on Facebook.

Sat 6 Jul

Artisan Market, Littlehampton High Street, BN17 10am-4pm. For this Love Festival special, browse the market for unique gifts and local produce and enjoy live music, arts and crafts and more. For more details visit www. visitlittlehampton.co.uk

Make at the Museum, Hove Museum and Art Gallery, BN3 4AB Friedrich Nagler created amazing creature sculptures from found objects. Try your hand at making fantastical animals from all sorts of recycled bits and pieces. Charges apply. For details visit brightonmuseums.org.uk or email visitor.services@brighton-hove.gov. uk

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Dear Readers Primary Times in West Sussex 7 Southbrook Mews London SE12 8LG Tel: 020 8318 0400 Email: office@primarytimes.biz Website: www.primarytimes.co.uk Twitter: @PT_Sussex Instagram: @primarytimesse Publishing Editor: Peter Watson Sales: Catherine Dillon, Gill Pearce, Lola Olowofela & Andrew Langridge Listings: Dingile Kasote Production: Alison Watson Office Manager: Chris Blower Administrators: Claire Wood & Tina Love Editorial Assistant: Dunya Simões Proof Reader: Catherine Draisey Social Media: Rachel Benson 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 is operated under franchise licence.

School’s Out for Summer - yes that time has finally arrived - the beginning of the long summer holidays. No more crazy mornings with the stress of getting up, dressed and off to school without being late (in my house certainly...), just long sunny, relaxing days hopefully! Dingile has been searching for listings to make this the best ever guide for what to do this summer holiday. Many of the listings are FREE or low cost so do read through them and mark up the ones you want to go to. Our listings are prepared a long time in advance so to make sure you have the latest details do contact the event nearer the time to make sure they haven’t changed. As many of you will know, we publish comprehensive Open Day tables in the September magazine in our Choosing your New School feature. These are aimed at Year 5 and Year 6 pupils but are handy for everyone to think about. Do look out for that magazine which will be published on 2 September.

Contents

inside this issue.... What’s On.................................2 Latest News..............................4 Family Theatre..........................8 School’s Out for Summer............10 Competitions............................23 Film Preview Guide.................27

As we are distributed through primary schools this means that this magazine is the last one that our Year 6 readers will receive. We wish you the very best of luck in going to secondary school. Thank you for taking our magazines home, entering our competitions, sending us artwork and all the lovely comments you send us. We will miss you.

Family Travel Guide................29 All Your Own Work!................. 31

Have a fantastic summer.

Peter and the Primary Times Team This magazine is audited by BPA Worldwide 41,430 copies - August 2018.

Inspire them to explore science with…

Professor Brian Cox

Primary Times teams up with Professor Brian Cox OBE to discuss the importance of science for children, his own childhood inspirations, and his exciting world tour ‘Universal: Adventures in Space and Time’ Our aim is to get the nation’s children inspired by science. For you, why is it important for children to take an interest? Science is above all else a way of thinking, it’s a way of celebrating curiosity. The central idea is that we don’t know everything. It’s often easy to be afraid of not knowing, when actually it’s the most exciting thing, because then you can go and find out. You might be the person who finds out for the first time whether there is life on mars. What advice would you give to children who are aspiring to get a job or career in science? I would say stay excited and stay curious. Understand that if you want to be a scientist you can be. It’s easy to think you have to be a strange genius to be a scientist. There’s a really famous story about Einstein going into a school and saying “When I was your age, I was no Einstein”.

Can you tell us a little bit more about your upcoming world tour ‘Universal: Adventures in Space and Time’? At one level it is huge, high-resolution screens showing these amazing pictures from Hubble Space Telescope. But also, we simulated a black hole. We used the techniques that were used to develop the film Interstellar to simulate what it would be like to go and fly up to, orbit and dive into a black hole, and what we know about what happens. So, it is I hope a spectacular experience that’s also designed to make us think about our place in the universe.

What top tips could you give to parents who are trying to introduce science into their home for their children? Science is about doing science ultimately. You can get one of those apps on your phone that show you what the stars are, you’d be surprised by how easy it is to recognise what that is in the sky. And I believe that’s what it is to deliver a little bit of wonder to your children. I can’t think of anything that’s easier and more rewarding than just that. Professor Brian Cox’s tour Universal is on sale now - www.briancoxlive.co.uk.

1 July - 1 Sept ‘19

Latest News

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Banana & Chocolate Loaves Recipe With school holidays on their way and looking for things to do, why not have fun in the kitchen? These would work really well on a summer picnic. Mrs Bun the Baker shares her secrets on this special treat from her book ‘Baking with Mrs Bun the Baker’. The easy-to-follow, child-friendly cookbook is packed with favourites and tried and tested, approved and munched recipes from the Young Buns who attend the award-winning cookery school. This book gives children an insight into how exciting baking can be and will inspire conﬁdence in adults who have never baked before. These little loaves need no added sugar, they’re sweetened by the banana, chocolate and honey. FROM KITCHEN ZERO

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What’s On

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

July Sat 6 – Sun 7 Jul

William Morris Wish Boat Making, Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE 11am-3pm. Get creative this summer by having a go at making a Morris inspired wish boat to set sail on the dipping pond in the garden. This is the very place the Beale family used to enjoy taking a dip in the summer. Admission applies.Visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/standen-houseand-garden

Brighton Kite Festival, Stanmer Park, BN1 9QA A fantastic opportunity to see some of the world’s biggest kites and some world class kite flying. Expect beautifully made miniature single line kites through to some of the largest kites in the UK and the best team display. For more details visit www. brightonkiteflyer.co.uk

Open Gardens, Martlets Hospice, Hove, BN3 7LW 10am-5pm. Enjoy a unique day out visiting delightful private gardens in and around Brighton and Hove. Each garden features fantastic floral displays, beautiful beds and borders as well as some unusual plants. For more details visit www.themartlets. org.uk

Sat 6 – Sun 28 Jul

Crafty Capers, Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE (Selected dates) 11am-3pm. Take the whole family along to Standen this summer for a crafty day making William Morris inspired birds or flowers to take home. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/standenhouse-and-garden

Sun 7 Jul

Alder Valley Brass Band, Uppark House and Garden, South Harting, GU31 5QR (Also 21 Jul) 12noon-3pm. The popular Alder Valley Brass Band will be filling the summer air with a relaxed afternoon of music in Uppark’s grounds. Take a picnic or visit the café and enjoy your refreshments with a view over the South Downs. Charges apply.Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/upparkhouse-and-garden

Tattoo at the Castle, Herstmonceux Castle, Hailsham, BN27 1RN 5.30-9.15pm. Beating Retreat with the Band of the Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment and The Pipes and

1 July - 1 Sept ‘19

Drums of the London Scottish Regiment. Under 5s go free. Charges apply. For more details visit www. herstmonceux-castle.com

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Fri 12 Jul

Summertime Stars Moon and Planets, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE (Also 25 Jul) In July and August, from dark locations, the faintly glowing band of the Milky Way will be seen arching right across the sky. Go along to find out more about what there is to be seen on clear evenings in late spring and summer. Ages 6-15. Charges apply.Visit www. southdowns.org.uk

Sat 13 Jul

Love Littlehampton Festival in the Park, Caffyns Field, BN17 5JG 10am-6pm. Now in its 7th year, the Love Festival offers the community of Littlehampton a chance to share in the musical and artistic talents of South Coast performers and artists. For more details on child-friendly workshops and other activities on the day go to www.visitlittlehampton. co.uk

Summer Food and Fun Day, Jubilee Gardens Nr. Arundel Museum, BN18 9PA 12noon-4pm. A great day out for all the family, including barbeque, curry, cakes, cream teas and Pimms, games, raffle, tombola and more. For more details visit www.arundelmuseum.org

Sat 13 – Sun 14 Jul

MoonFest Observing Evening, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE 9.30-11.30pm. Spend an evening with expert staff observing the night sky through telescopes. Weather permitting; you’ll be able to see The Moon, Jupiter and its Moons and Saturn with its Rings. Ages 6+. Charges apply. No refunds available. To book visit www.southdowns.org. uk

Our listings are prepared a long time in advance. To make sure you have the latest details do contact the event nearer the time to make sure they haven’t changed

Norman Knights Tournament, Arundel Castle, BN18 9AB

10am–4.30pm. A tournament between knights, squires and archers will be held in the grounds of Arundel Castle. Crafts and activities from the 12th century will be demonstrated in the encampments. Charges apply. For timings and more details visit www. arundelcastle.org

Railway Gala Weekend, Amberley Museum and Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT Ride on a narrow gauge railway and join in celebrating industrial trains. With many of the resident locos on display and running on the railway, also see the annual model railway exhibition. For more details visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

After the Romans, Fishbourne Roman Palace, PO19 3QR 10am-5pm. What happened in Sussex after the Roman influence declined? Explore the world of the Anglo Saxons comparing and contrasting two different historical eras. For more details visit www.sussexpast. co.uk

Classic Vehicle Show, Michelham Priory, Hailsham, BN27 3QS The stunning grounds of Michelham Priory provide a beautiful venue for a display of more than 100 classic cars.Vehicles on display show the evolution of motoring from the early “horseless carriages” to the recent classics. For more details visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

Sat 13 Jul – Mon 26 Aug

Summer Jousting Tournaments, Hever Castle, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG (Selected dates)The Knights of Royal England will be entertaining the crowds with exhilarating displays of action, stunts, falls and fights in an authentic arena complete with a Royal Box. For more information visit www.hevercastle.co.uk

Sun 14 Jul

Rare and Traditional Breeds Show, Weald and Downland Living Museum, PO18 0EU 10am-4pm. UK smallholders play a vital role in nurturing rare and traditional breeds of livestock that participate in the show. With prizes at stake and classes for young handlers, this event is hugely popular

with visitors and exhibitors alike. For more details and to book visit www. wealddown.co.uk

The Race to Land on the Moon, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE (Also 17 Jul) Go along to the Planetarium to revisit the technology, challenges and successes of these momentous times in space exploration history. Ages 6+. Charges apply. For more details visit www.southdowns. org.uk

Thurs 18 Jul

Woodland Walk: Ranger’s Choice, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB (Also 15 Aug) 11am-12.30pm. Go along and enjoy a woodland in spring, feel connected with nature using all your senses – sight, smell and sound in an uplifting, rejuvenating exploration of Nymans woods. Free event, admission applies. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans

Fri 19 Jul

The Story of Apollo 11, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE (Also 20 and 24 Jul) Step back 50 years to the momentous summer of ‘69 when Neil Armstrong and ‘Buzz’ Aldrin landed on the Moon. The show will feature brand new immersive full dome video sequences. Ages 6+. Charges apply. For more details and to book visit www. southdowns.org.uk

Fri 19 Jul – Sun 11 Aug

The Big Butterfly Count, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL 9.30am-5pm. This is a wonderful time to see beautiful butterflies flitting around colourful wildflowers and a chance to help gather information for a great national project. Charges apply. For more details and to book visit www. rspb.org.uk/PTPul

Sat 20 Jul

Togi’s Team – Light and Dark, Fishbourne Roman Palace, PO19 3QR 10am-12.30pm. Investigate how the Romans lit their homes and the types of fuels they used. Have a chance to make a replica of a light source and test their effectiveness with some experimental archaeology. Ideal for children aged 6-12. For more details visit www.sussexpast. co.uk

Sat 20 – Sun 21 Jul

Moon Landing Anniversary, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN Enjoy a fabulous weekend of activities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first astronaut on the Moon. There will be lots of fantastic activities during the day including rocket launching. For more details visit www.the-observatory.org

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Family Theatre

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17 Aug

Look Up

Box Office: 01293 553 636 2 – 3 Jul

Follow Robyn, a child puppet, who is fearless, playful and not interested in phones or work, but instead has a curiosity for birds and flying.

Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom

Join Ben and Holly, and their friends on Enjoy this exciting, enchanting the show! and magical And don’t musical forget to say adventure you saw it in packed full of games, songs Primary and laughter.

14 Jul

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Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves!

Capitol Horsham

Box Office: 01403 750 220 13 – 14 Aug

The Tiger Who Came To Tea

The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger!

Wind in the Willows

Follow Mole, Ratty and Badger and their endeavours to keep the effervescent Toad from getting into trouble as he lurches from one hobby to another, causing havoc wherever he goes.

Box Office: 01273 464 440 23 Jul

There and Back Again – An Odyssey

Follow CBeebies Patrick Lynch as he uses a pioneering mix of live cinema and theatre to take you on a thrilling ride across the magical world of ancient Greece.

Like all the stories in this towering literary classic it is packed with cliffhangers, larger-than-life characters, and laughs galore. Perfect summer fun for thieves and vagabonds aged 5+.

7 Aug

26 – 27 Jul

29 Aug

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Dr Bunhead’s Blast Off!

Young Herbert’s Horrors

Young Herbert is a little horror. Living on a boat should be the ideal life for a wannabe pirate, but the boat’s grounded until Herbert can learn to tidy his cabin, eat his greens and be more polite.

A Magical Tale of the Sea

Join TV’s most extreme scientist for an explosive journey into space. As the first humans prepare to land on Mars, Dr Bunhead explores the science milestones of brave humans, a sheep, a duck and a chicken.

Spending time with Granny Pearl is always magical with her tales of the sea and this summer holiday you’ll be off to visit her by the seaside. Go along to hear the story of this special granny with a secret.

Summer Outdoor Theatre in West Sussex

Date Production

Location

Website/Box Office

1, 3, 5, 9, 11, 13 Jul Twelfth 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 Jul Tons of

Night West Dean Gardens, Chichester PO18 0QZ www.westdean.org.uk Money West Dean Gardens, Chichester PO18 0QZ www.westdean.org.uk 5-6 Jul The Wind in the Willows Fishers Farm Park, Wisborough Green, RH14 0EG 03336 663 366 14 Jul The Pop Bingo Doggy Style Disco BOAT, Dyke Road Park, Hove, BN3 6EH www.brightonopenairtheatre.co.uk 21 Jul The Wind in the Willows Petworth Festival, GU28 9BD www.thisismytheatre.com 21 Jul The Legend of King Arthur (5+) BOAT, Dyke Road Park, Hove, BN3 6EH www.brightonopenairtheatre.co.uk 25 Jul The Wind in the Willows Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Warminghurst, RH20 3AN www.thisismytheatre.com 25 Jul The Wind in the Willows Weald & Downland Museum, Chichester, PO18 0EU www.wealddown.co.uk 27-28 Jul The Wind in the Willows Tilgate Park, Crawley, RH10 5PQ www.thisismytheatre.com 28 Jul The Adventures of Robin Hood Show BOAT, Dyke Road Park, Hove, BN3 6EH www.brightonopenairtheatre.co.uk The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Show BOAT, Dyke Road Park, Hove, BN3 6EH www.brightonopenairtheatre.co.uk 28 Jul 1-4 Aug The Amazing Adventures of Little Red BOAT, Dyke Road Park, Hove, BN3 6EH www.brightonopenairtheatre.co.uk 4 & 20 Aug A Midsummer Night’s Dream RBG Kew at Wakehurst, Haywards Heath, RH17 6TN 01444 894 066 6 Aug A Midsummer Night’s Dream Weald & Downland Museum, Chichester, PO18 0EU www.wealddown.co.uk 7 Aug Peter & The Wolf BOAT, Dyke Road Park, Hove, BN3 6EH www.brightonopenairtheatre.co.uk 8 Aug The Sword in the Stone BOAT, Dyke Road Park, Hove, BN3 6EH www.brightonopenairtheatre.co.uk 8 & 11 Aug Gangsta Granny (7+) Weald & Downland Museum, Chichester, PO18 0EU www.wealddown.co.uk 10 Aug The Wind in the Willows The Guildhall, Chichester, PO19 1NS www.thisismytheatre.com 13 Aug The Wind in the Willows St Wilfrid’s Chapel, Selsey, PO20 9TD www.thisismytheatre.com 16-17 Aug The Tempest Arundel Castle, BN18 9AB www.illyria.co.uk 18 Aug The Wind in the Willows Danny House, Hurstpierpoint, BN6 9BB www.thisismytheatre.com 27-28 Aug Romeo & Juliet (8+) Weald & Downland Museum, Chichester, PO18 0EU www.wealddown.co.uk 1 Sep A Midsummer Night’s Dream RBG Kew at Wakehurst, Haywards Heath, RH17 6TN 01444 894 066 1 Sep Three Men in a Boat Weald & Downland Museum, Chichester, PO18 0EU www.wealddown.co.uk

1 July - 1 Sept ‘19

David Walliams’ Billionaire Boy will be live on stage and is coming to The Capitol Horsham. Joe Spud is twelve years old and the richest boy in the country. He has his own sports car, two crocodiles for pets and £100,000 a week pocket money. But what Joe doesn’t have is a friend. So he decides to leave his posh school and start again at the local comp. However, things don’t go as planned for Joe and life becomes a rollercoaster as he tries find what money can’t buy. From the award-winning West End producers of Gangsta Granny and Awful Auntie comes this amazing new production of David Walliams’ bestselling story, running at The Capitol Horsham from 26 - 29 September. Tickets start from £20.50 (concessions and schools rates available). To book, please visit www.thecapitolhorsham.com or call 01403 750 220.

All events are chosen with care and selected for being professional, inspiring and fun. Check out what Ropetackle have coming up on their website, www. ropetacklecentre.co.uk, or call the Box Office now on 01273 464 440.

Family Theatre

David Walliams’ Billionaire Boy

Summer at Ropetackle! Children’s stage shows, family films and lots more in sunny Shoreham-by-Sea.

Dennis & Gnasher: Unleashed! The Musical

Children who enjoy the CBBC show and Mums and Dads who remember the comics are all going to be excited to hear that Beano Studios and Selladoor Theatre Company are creating a family musical based on the TV show. The family-friendly show will launch in 2020 on a year-long tour of 40+ theatres and venues across the UK and Ireland. It is due to feature Dennis and Gnasher’s hallmark slapstick comedy and ageless humour delivered with a repertoire of songs.

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The stage production follows on from the success of Beano Studios’ international Emmy-nominated TV series Dennis & Gnasher: Unleashed! The TV show stars Beano’s irrepressible hero Dennis, his dogged side kick Gnasher and fearless mates including Rubi, JJ, Pieface and his pet potato Paul. Together they cook up crazy plans, get in all sorts of scrapes and take on every challenge, no matter how big. Keep your eyes peeled for Dennis and the gang hitting a theatre near you.

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A host of fun awaits the kids this summer at the Ropetackle Centre. With a dedicated children’s play area in the foyer, spectacular theatre shows, family films, bite-size ballet, singing, dancing and lots more, let the team at Ropetackle take the stress away. Ropetackle is great for little ones. They can relax on mats at the front and get completely immersed as they enjoy the best views in the house. Follow us on Twitter - @PT_Sussex

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Join in the MoonFest Fun This Summer

The South Downs Planetarium in Chichester is an exciting place for people of all ages to visit. Sit back and relax. Get lost in the stunning fulldome images and breathtaking videos whilst highly experienced and enthusiastic lecturers take you on a mind-blowing journey through space. This July they’ll be celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the first manned landing on the Moon with a series of special events under the banner MoonFest. Go along and join in the fun. There will be opportunities to look through telescopes, handle a spacerock, take part in lots of hands-on activities and many special shows, films and presentations. There’s something for all the family. 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. 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 and unfortunately casual callers cannot be accommodated For details of all upcoming shows and opening hours, plus a map, visit the Planetarium’s website at www.southdowns.org.uk. It is always advisable to book tickets in advance as some shows sell out quickly. Just book and pay online with a credit or debit card or call 01243 774 400 or 07818 297 292 or reserve tickets and pay by cash or cheque on the door on the day.

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FAMILY FUN DAYS

Harbour Park

Harbour Park brings excitement for all ages right on Littlehampton’s award-winning sandy beach. Whatever the weather Harbour Park has something to offer. Outdoor attractions include the classic dodgems, waltzer and ocean coaster. Inside play in the Family Arcade or children can burn off steam in the fantastic underwater-themed soft play area. With all this excitement the family is going to be hungry and there is a great selection of food outlets to choose from. The Harbour Kitchen serves lite bites and burgers. The Galley Restaurant offers freshly battered Fish & Chips and don’t forget the ice cream. Pop over to the Kelly’s Ice Cream Parlour where you can find a variety of flavours from bubblegum to classic Cornish vanilla.

Before you leave, head to the Gift Hut.You’ll find everything you need for a day at the beach and a fantastic selection of souvenirs, toys and gifts. Harbour Park is the number one choice for a day out to the seaside. For more information, visit www.harbourpark.com.

Day & Night at SEA LIFE Brighton

Discover the ocean as it transitions from Day to Night in the UK’s first ever experience of its kind.Visit SEA LIFE’S most exciting area to date and find out how and why different sea creatures behave over a 24 hour period. Journey through dawn to dusk and learn all about how our amazing oceans change from Day to Night. Dance on the bioluminescent beach and take a selfie as a lionfish. Get up close to fin-tastic animals in the underwater tunnel, or why not join in the fun with the new interactive displays? Enjoy the UK’s largest collection of sharks and rays under one roof including Black Tip Reef sharks, Zebra sharks, Honeycomb stingrays and Fantail stingrays amongst many others. SEA LIFE Brighton’s much loved turtles, Lulu and Gulliver, are returning to the centre having taken a well-earned holiday in temporary SEA LIFE homes while the new attraction has been under construction. There are hundreds of Jaw-some reasons to visit! PLUS this summer, join SEA LIFE for their Pirates and Mermaids event and choose your team to battle it out and find all the treasures first. To find out more information, visit www.visitsealife.com/brighton/ promotions. Don’t forget to use the voucher from the advert below to get your 50% off entry.

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Head to the exciting Wetland Brick HQ to play in the ‘brick pit’ and pick up a ‘Brick book’ for action-packed LEGO exploration. There are loads of exciting wetland challenges waiting for you as you discover LEGO brick wetland animals amongst their real-life cousins. The giant LEGO® Brick Animal Trail is included in the regular centre admission price. WWT members are admitted free. Book a fun and popular hour-long, interactive LEGO Brick Workshop – perfect for LEGO brick fans (aged 4+) at £10 per child. Race against the clock to make as many LEGO brick ducklings as you can, then make and race a mini wildlife ranger and vehicle, before making your own LEGO brick owl to take home. For more information and to book tickets visit www.wwt.org.uk/ Arundel.

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Redeem online or walk up entry. To redeem online visit visitsealife.com/brighton/promotions and click ‘Get offer’. Enter the code in the booking engine that pops up. Promotional code: PTPM This voucher entitles a maximum of 5 people to 50% off the full walk up entry price until 2nd September 2019. Book online to guarantee entry. This code cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, booking, discount, concession or call centre booking. No photocopies accepted. Full terms and conditions can be found at visitsealife.com/brighton/terms-and-conditions.

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St Catherine’s Hospice Family Friendly Art Trail St Catherine’s Hospice has launched HeART to Heart, a free 10 week community art trail, sponsored by Thakeham. The trail will be in place from Thursday 4 July and is the perfect way to keep your family entertained. Get together to discover 26 beautiful hearts around Crawley, Horsham, East Grinstead and Reigate. Each heart has been individually designed by a local artist and sponsored by a local business. Find out about the story behind each heart and unlock rewards on a mobile phone app as you complete the trail. To help you on your way, trail maps will also be available in your nearest St Catherine’s shop or on local buses, and volunteers will be on hand. Alongside the main trail, you can get involved in free activities, from a giant doodle to origami workshops.You can also find smaller wire hearts in community venues around the area. Hannah Liles, Event Project’s Fundraiser at St Catherine’s, told Primary Times, “We hope people will take the chance to get involved with HeART to Heart. By supporting our trail they’re making sure we can be there to care for people when it’s needed most. Thank you!” For more information, visit www.stch.org.uk/hearttoheart or search hearttrailuk on social media.

Create and Grow at Squire’s

Squire’s Garden Centres’ popular Create and Grow activities for children are back this summer. There are different craft and planting activities each week, including a wildlife hunt around the garden centre, planting and decorating a strawberry pot, painting a hedgehog or rabbit

money box, and decorating a pair of pebble animals. Other activities include decorating a trio of suncatchers to brighten your bedroom or bathroom and planting and decorating a summer pot - choose a brightly coloured pot, add some summer plants, then decorate with fun wildlife stickers. Activities cost between £2.50 and £6. There are also free activities every week including spot the difference sheets, word searches, and paper mazes. Each child will receive a sticker when they complete the free activity. Create and Grow will run from 22 July - 28 August. Go to Squire’s anytime between 9am and 12.30pm on Mondays and Tuesdays, plus Wednesdays at selected centres. There’s no need to book for any of the activities. Simply turn up on the day. Activities are on a first come first served basis. Each activity takes around 20 minutes and a parent or guardian must accompany children at all times. For more information, please visit www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk.

WWF Seek App

Ahead of the summer holidays, WWF (The Worldwide Fund for Nature) has unveiled a new version of a child-friendly app to encourage young people to head outside this summer and connect with the natural world. The ‘Seek’ app uses live image recognition and augmented reality to identify plants, insects and wildlife right in front of you. It’s been created by iNaturalist - the world’s largest online community for nature enthusiasts and aims to inspire young people about the natural world. The app draws from millions of wildlife observations and shows you commonly recorded insects, birds, plants, amphibians, and more in your local area.You can add different species to your observations

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Through the connection with the iNaturalist platform, people can safely submit their findings to a global biodiversity database. So as well as the Seek app being fun and educational for families, it also helps to contribute additional data accessible to scientists around the world, to help them better understand and map biodiversity in places all over the world. Seek is available to download for free on both iOS and Android.

British Airways i360 Viewing Tower

Do you have a budding astronaut? Or a child who wants to fly? Let your kids take off in their imagination this summer at Brighton’s British Airways i360 Viewing Tower. Glide up in the spaceship-like giant glass viewing pod to see all of Brighton and the South Coast from high above. Look down to see tiny people and cars going past. Watch a seagull soaring past the pod. Gaze out to sea to catch a glimpse of the windmills turning on the horizon. The pod is fully enclosed so it’s a great option on a wet day and it’s also air-conditioned to keep you cool on really hot days. Facilities include the Nyetimber Sky Bar serving Folkington’s delicious juices and ice-cream. In the beach building, you’ll find a gift shop with a great range of toys, children’s books, games and souvenirs.You can also enjoy a snack or a meal at the West Beach Bar & Kitchen.

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Discover - Learn - Have Fun Take a ride on our bus and narrow gauge railway, to explore our 36 acre site and discover the South’s working past. Open Wednesday to Sunday during the school holidays.

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Bognor Regis Seafront

There will be a massive twenty days of free activities for kids on Bognor Regis Seafront this summer, with activities running weekdays from 5 - 30 August from 11am-3pm. From 5 - 9 August, seaside classics will be running, with everything from magicians and sandcastle competitions to Punch and Judy and a double decker fun bus (soft play). Bognor H2O will run from 12 – 16 August. Go and celebrate all things water - in the water, on the water and beside the water. There will be driftwood art and dreamcatcher workshops, giant SUP boarding sessions, kitesurfing demonstrations, marine conservation beach cleans and lots more. From 19 - 23 August, the theme will be performance and art. There will be street dance, Tai Chi, art workshops and a bit of sport hula hoop. Rounding off the activities will be a week of music and movement from 27 – 30 August. King Ramps will be in the skate park with Skateboarding and BMX demonstrations, as well as workshops with Circus and Slackline and drumming and ukulele workshops on the bandstand. For more information, please visit www.bognorregis.gov. uk.

Weald & Downland Living Museum

At the Weald & Downland they know that you have a sense of wonderment about life in years gone by and you want to learn about history through real, hands-on experiences. This summer enjoy all that your local museum has to offer, including family packed fun at the Wonderful Wednesdays throughout August, Historic Life Weekends for the curious explorer and cultural evenings with open air cinema, theatre, music and even opera… there is something for everyone! Check out all the great events listed in this magazine and on the museum website. The Weald & Downland Living Museum is a hidden gem, which not only rescues and conserves buildings from as far back as 950AD, but also tells the untold stories of what it was really like to live and work in the rural South East of England. Some things just have to be experienced up close to be truly understood, whether you are 5 or 95. Satisfy your curiosity and book online today at www.wealddown.co.uk or call the museum on 01243 811 363.

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West Dean Gardens Chilli Fiesta

There’s lots of family-friendly fun at the Chilli Fiesta between 9 and 11 August. Join the UK’s largest chilli festival with camping onsite. Dance to live Latin music, watch Strictly Come Dancing’s Graziano Di Prima and Giada Lini (Sunday), see cookery and gardening demonstrations, taste delicious chilli foods and enjoy a pyro-musical display (Saturday). New features for children include slackline and circus skills, Isabella’s Story Cycle (walkabout and storytelling), drop-in art centre and lots more. In the Cookery Theatre you can watch demonstrations from top chefs including Chetna Makan and Miranda Gore Browne from The Great British Bake Off. In the Gardening Theatre Mark Diacono will be joined by wildlife writer Kate Bradbury and writer/journalist Lia Leendertz. Get top tips from chilli-growing experts including West Dean’s new Head Gardener, Tom Brown, and visit the glasshouses to see the huge variety of chilli plants. Enjoy delicious food options catering for all the family. Browse over 140 stalls selling gifts, chilli plants and spicy sauces or visit the West Dean Gardens Shop. You can save 20% when purchasing two adult day tickets. Children cost from £2.50. This offer ends 25 July. For more information, visit www.chillifiesta.co.uk. Photo credit: Barney Poole

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Don’t miss the perfect August Bank Holiday weekend at Goodwood Racecourse from 23 - 25 August. Held at the racecourse over three magical days, their enchanting August bank holiday weekend rekindles the nostalgic summer holidays of yesteryear to create the ultimate family day out. Enjoy three days of thrilling horse racing and great entertainment, with something for each family member to enjoy. Friday night will launch the weekend of fun with a spectacular fireworks display, fire performer, stilt walkers and an LED ribbon performance. Saturday and Sunday steps back in time as the traditional fairground returns for a full bank holiday weekend of fun, alongside a petting zoo, donkey rides, Punch and Judy shows and face painters. Of course, there will be great horse racing with opportunities to view the horses in the parade ring and visits to the start to get a real taste of a day at the races. With plenty of ways to make memories, this is truly a family occasion. All on-course entertainments and rides are complimentary, as is admission for children 17 years and under. Buy tickets in advance, from £12, by visiting www.goodwood.com or by calling their friendly customer sales team on 01243 755 055.

SUMMER FUN at the Weald & Downland Living Museum Join us over the summer as we have many exciting and engaging events for all the family to enjoy. Including: Wonderful Wednesday’s throughout August Summer Show: ‘Saddles to Steam: Horse Power to Horse Power’ Historic Life Weekends Outdoor Theatre Open Air Cinema Music Under the Stars Opera, and much more…

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Mermaids at SEA LIFE Brighton

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The live shows take place on 27 and 28 July and 24 and 25 August. The spectacular new residency is part of SEA LIFE Brighton’s Pirates and Mermaids activity, which runs throughout the summer and gives guests an insight into the magical and mysterious creatures of the deep which they follow via an onsite themed treasure trail. For more information visit www.visitsealife.com/brighton

It’s the place to visit all year round, offering a fantastic day out for all the family with more to see and do than ever before.

Real live mermaids will be visiting SEA LIFE this summer. They will make their home in the new Day & Night themed ocean display which opened in May. Here they can interact with other sea creatures such as Lulu and Gulliver the Green Turtles as well as the site’s human visitors of all ages.

International Bat Night

International Bat Night is a popular annual event to draw public awareness to threatened bat populations across the world. Bat Night takes place in more than 30 countries on the last full weekend of August. This year, International Bat Night is on 24 and 25 August. Bats are mammals, and in fact they are the only mammals that can fly. Like other mammals, they have hair or fur on their bodies and are warm-blooded. In the UK, there are 17 different types of bats. Many people think bats are blind, but in fact they can see almost as well as humans. However, at night, their ears are more important than their eyes - they use a special sonar system called ‘echolocation,’ meaning they find things using echoes. Why not see and hear bats in their natural environment by taking part in a range of events organised by local bat groups, wildlife trusts, countryside rangers and other organisations across the country? In your local area, be sure to find a bat walk over the holidays. They often take place at dusk. Bat walk leaders have equipment specialised to hear the bat’s echoes and cries, called a bat detector.

Littlehampton, Fun for All the Family

You’ll find year-round enjoyment at Tilgate Nature Centre. The Centre is home to a huge variety of animals from endangered species to farmyard favourites. Conservation is high on the agenda with many successful breeding programmes of vulnerable and endangered species.

In 2015, the first of the new themed zones, European Zone, was opened seeing the introduction of red squirrels, bees, reindeer and Sumo the raccoon dog. It was followed a year later by the Australasia Zone, situated near the lake, with new residents that included bouncy parma wallabies and beautiful pink galahs as well as Sheila the emu and her rednecked wallaby friends. This year, a quarter of Tilgate Nature Centre was redeveloped into a new Americas-themed zone, the largest project to date.Visitors can see some of the amazing creatures from North and South America here including the colourful flock of macaws, the world’s largest rodent, the capybara, and strange looking axolotls. As well as interactive experiences, including Junior Keeper for the Day and Meet the Meerkats, you can even hold your birthday parties at the Nature Centre. Call 01293 521 168 for full details. Don’t forget to take the ad with you and one child gets in for free.

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Whether you are looking to enjoy a day building sandcastles on the award-winning beach, relaxing in one of the beautiful parks or burning some energy at the fun-filled Harbour Park, this fantastic seaside town on the West Sussex coast promises great family memories. During the holidays the lively East Beach is patrolled by RNLI lifeguards and operates a KID care wrist band scheme for a worryfree visit. Littlehampton is not only known for its two beaches, river and expansive seafront greens but also for having one of the most impressive calendars of family events on the South Coast. Join them on Thursday 8 August on the beach for one the best Sandcastle Competitions in Sussex. Children of any age can participate in the three categories and be in with a chance of winning a fabulous prize. Visitors are also encouraged to visit Littlehampton Museum for a fascinating insight into this sunny seaside town from pre-history to the present day, free of charge. Visitors can explore a variety of exciting galleries, many with audio points and interactive elements to help guide them through the story of the town.

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This summer, they’re taking a different view at Nymans.You’ll be able to spend time there with activities you might not have thought of before. Whether you’re getting creative with Art in the Garden, or discovering a competitive streak with a game of croquet, there’s something to do at Nymans every day during the school holidays. Each week, activities will alternate between two themes: ‘Art in the Garden’ and ‘Garden Games’. You can also discover the hidden secrets of Nymans on the daily family trail (£2 per trail with a prize, normal admission applies). Make your own masterpiece with Art in the Garden activities, inspired by the gallery’s new exhibition by Mariusz Kaldowski. With a different theme for each week, take inspiration from what you see on your visit to create a unique artistic interpretation.

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On games weeks, head to the log stepping stones area where you’ll find a selection of Garden Games to play. Have fun with a round of skittles or challenge your friends to see who will be the first to topple the wooden tower. From 1.30–4.30pm, take a wander to the croquet lawn for a game – someone will be there to there to help if your croquet skills are a little rusty! For more information, visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans.

Moments to remember made at Nymans With activities for the school holidays that last all summer long. Get creative with art in the garden: Mon 29 Jul - Sun 4 Aug, Mon 12 - Sun 18 Aug & Mon 26 Aug - Sun 1 Sept. Or discover your competitive streak with some garden games: Mon 22 - Sun 28 July, Mon 5 - Sun 11 Aug, Mon 19 - Sun 25 Aug & Mon 2 - Sun 8 Sept.

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Brickosaurs at Marwell Zoo

Treat yourself to a prehistoric interactive experience running through to 1 September at Marwell Zoo featuring 50 life-sized sculptures built and displayed around the zoo as part of an interactive trail, with a free spotter guide. There will also be a Brickosaurs Basecamp, open from 10am to 4pm daily with the #howmanydinos display.You will find two brick pits, a ‘mega head’ dinosaur photo opportunity, a LEGO® brick jeep photo experience (extra fee applies) and a face painting station (subject to availability). Highlights include the largest touring LEGO brick dinosaur model ever made – a massive eight-metre T-Rex – plus fantastic displays all over the park. From Wednesdays to Sundays during the summer holidays, Brucy Brick, an Australian Brickosaur wrangler come carer, will be doing 10 minute interactive talks. Spike the Stegosaurus mascot will be out and about meeting and greeting guests on selected days. There will also be a host of new species of Brickosaurs completing the collection including a plesiosaur, a baby T. rex, an Archaeopteryx and a Stegosaurus.

Escape the Ordinary at Out of Bounds Out of Bounds in Angmering, West Sussex, is proud to have become one of Sussex’s top adventure activity centres and is renowned for its incredible, exciting, challenging and hugely entertaining unique indoor and outdoor activities and facilities. Perfect for all ages, everyone can enjoy Clip ’n Climb, Ten Pin Bowling, Soft Play, Laser Tag, Footgolf, Disc Golf and Adventure Golf all in one place.

Once you have worked up an appetite on all of the activities why not enjoy some family favourite meals at the cafe. You can even enjoy a nice cup of freshly brewed coffee while the children are playing and wearing themselves out, giving you a chance to relax with complimentary free WiFi. For a whole day of summer fun, book your Day Tickets online now at www.out-of-bounds.co.uk. Escape the Ordinary today, at Out of Bounds!

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Enchanted Horsham is a spectacular family festival taking place in Horsham Park on 23, 24 and 25 August from 5pm to 11.30pm. With a wonderland of entertainment, music and fun, you can meet Gnomus the incredible 4m tall puppet and Keeper of the Dragon’s Eggs, see street theatre and circus performances, experience the Dragon’s Eye VR and vintage funfair and listen to an eclectic lineup of rock ‘n’ roll, reggae, jazz, ska and the UK’s best Beatles cover band. Come dressed in your most ‘Enchanted’ costume for the chance to win a goody bag worth £500 and meet a unicorn, dig for dragon bones, dance in a silent disco or watch a film in the silent cinema. Shop at the boutique stalls, and indulge with food and drink from the street market and bars. Then as dusk falls, a huge mechanical dragon The Mythical Gardens with pyrotechnical performers headlines the spectacular fire show. The Secret Illuminated Gardens will reveal themselves, bringing to life dragon’s eggs and mystical tales, beautiful illuminations, large scale projections and performers.Your way will be lit by pathways of light and fire! Visit www.enchantedhorsham.co.uk for more information. Primary Times reader offer: Enter the code PRIMARY when booking tickets to receive a 40% discount. Offer ends 31 July 2019.

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The Essential Guide to Pond Dipping

Ponds have a huge variety of amazing little creatures just waiting to be discovered. Get your nets and magnifying glasses at the ready and go pond dipping this summer, either in your garden, at your local park or in a local Woodland Trust nature reserve. First on the essential list is getting your equipment – a net, a lightcoloured shallow tray or plastic container to inspect your findings in, plastic spoons, a magnifying glass, ID sheets and notebook to record your findings and a phone or camera. Follow this handy guide to ensure your pond dipping success. First, scoop some pond water into your container so the little creatures will be happy swimming around in it. Lie on your tummy or kneel by the side of the pond and sweep your net slowly through the water – a figure of eight shape works best. Then take your net out and carefully turn it inside out so the creatures you’ve caught drop into the container.You can then use your spoon to scoop them up and get a closer look. But don’t touch them as you might hurt them. Check out the Woodland Trust’s pond dipping guide online for pictures to help you identify your finds. Show off your findings to The Woodland Trust on social media using #NatureDetectives. And if you want more ideas like this through the post, why not become a Woodland Trust Nature Detective? Find out more at www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/ naturedetectives.

Family Days with the RSPB

Have a wild family day out this summer and discover two great RSPB nature reserves in West Sussex. Adventure Playground at RSPB Pulborough Brooks Set in the heart of the South Downs national park, there’s loads to enjoy at RSPB Pulborough Brooks nature reserve. A natural adventure playground allows children the opportunity to learn through play outside in nature. A seasonal Wetland Discovery Trail brings families closer to the reserve’s wetland habitat, a great place to spot dragonflies. Families can join fabulous ‘Wild Wednesday’ events and for pre-school aged children, ‘Little Wild Things’ runs each fortnight. For a memorable night under the stars, join the RSPB’s Big Wild Sleepout on 2-3 and 3-4 August.Visit www.rspb.org.uk/PTPul for more information. Become a Wildlife Detective at RSPB Pagham Harbour For a coastal adventure, go along to RSPB Pagham Harbour to learn all about the wildlife that lives on the reserve. From bug hunting and mud sifting to arts and crafts and seashore safaris, a series of special events will allow families to discover the wonders of wildlife within the beautiful reserve. Follow the buggy-friendly Discovery Trail or journey to the sheltered inlet that fills with ducks, geese and wading birds.Visit www.rspb.org.uk/PTPag for more information.

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Jousting at Hever Castle

The Knights of Royal England will be entertaining the crowds once more for the annual Jousting tournaments. The annual Summer Jousting Tournaments will begin at Hever Castle on 13 and 14 July. The Knights of Royal England will be entertaining the crowds with exhilarating displays of action, stunts, falls and fights in an authentic arena complete with a Royal Box. Join Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and the Knights of Royal England in the procession to the Jousting arena. Battling it out in the saddle and on foot in one-toone combat, the valiant knights will then compete for points to find this season’s ultimate champion. Surrounded by award-winning gardens and dating back to the 13th century, historic Hever Castle provides a picturesque setting for a fantastic day of jousting. Bring a blanket or watch the joust in style from the medieval spectator stands, available on the day for a small cost on a first-come, first-served basis. Then choose which knights you support and cheer them to glory. Jousting tournaments take place throughout the summer at Hever Castle on 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 and 28 July, 10, 11, 17, 18 and 23 – 26 August. For more information, please visit www.hevercastle. co.uk. Photo credit: Hever Castle & Gardens

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Paradise Park

The Heritage Trail and Gardens at Paradise Park are the perfect day out for everyone. The Museum of Life is one of the finest exhibitions of its type in the country and traces the history of life from millions of years ago. Zones include ‘Planet Water’ packed with ocean exhibits, ‘Early Man’ depicting the life of our early ancestors and ‘The Solar System’, with facts and images explaining the creation and evolution of Planet Earth itself. Relive the Jurassic age by taking a walk through the ‘Dinosaur Safari’ with life-size dinosaurs towering overhead. The Plant Houses hold a spectacular collection of the world’s flora. The gardens are one of Newhaven’s hidden secrets with small lakes and the Sussex History Trail. Children’s activities include Crazy Golf, a miniature railway, indoor soft play and outdoor adventure areas, with Tyrannosaurus Towers and Triassic Treetops. See their website www.paradisepark.co.uk for further details. Treat yourself at the new Purbeck Coffee Pod while your children enjoy the amusements and have fun in the newlyupgraded soft play area, then enjoy a delicious meal in the coffee shop and browse around the Garden Centre. Don’t forget to use the voucher on this page for free entry with a full paying adult.

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July Sat 20 Jul – Sun 28 Jul MoonFest Family Fun Days, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE

(Saturday and Sundays only) To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the first Moon landing, enjoy many spacethemed hands-on activities. Other activities include fun space quiz competition, virtual reality headsets and more. Ages 6+. Charges apply. For timings and details visit www. southdowns.org.uk

Sat 20 Jul – Sun 1 Sep

LEGO® Brick Animal Trail and Brick Workshops, WWT Arundel Wetland Centre, BN18 9PB Become a Wetland Explorer and discover 14 giant LEGO® brick animals on the UK’s only wetland brick animal trail, with 3 never before seen new models. Then take part in our fun and popular hour-long, interactive brick workshops – perfect for LEGO® fans aged 4+. To book visit www.wwt.org.uk

Summer Holidays Architecture Trail, Uppark House and Garden, South Harting, GU31 5QR 10am-4pm. Solve the clues to bring Uppark’s architecture to life on a fun and imaginative family trail. Admission applies. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/uppark-houseand-garden

Sat 20 Jul – Sun 8 Sep Pirates and Mermaids, SEA LIFE Brighton, BN2 1TB

Choose your team to battle it out and find all the treasures first. Charges apply. For more details and to book visit www.visitsealife.com/ brighton

Sun 21 Jul

RSPCA Brighton Open Day and Dog Show, RSPCA Animal Shelter, BN1 8ZH 10.30am. A family fun day out, fun dog show, loads of stalls, homemade refreshments, bar, children’s entertainments, and more. Charges apply and include parking and a programme. For more details visit www.rspca-brighton.co.uk

Turners Hill Village Fete and Fun Dog Show, Recreation Ground, RH10 4RA 1.45-5pm. The fete will be a free summer community celebration. Activities on the day will include children’s fun races, Oscar’s Fun dog show stalls, meridian radio fire and rescue demonstrations, food and refreshments and live entertainment. For more details email turnershillfete@gmail.com

Classic Car Show, Amberley Museum and Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT Go along to see a showcase of classic cars from the 1950s-1990s around the 36 acre site. With visiting car clubs and individual enthusiasts, join in the community spirit of this annual event day. For more details visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

Mon 22 Jul

Assault Course, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester PO18 0JP (Also 12 Aug) 10am-4pm. Enjoy a large inflatable assault course for you and your friends to get competitive against the events staff. Booking not required. For details visit www. aldingbournetrust.org/events

Mon 22 Jul – Wed 28 Aug

Create and Grow, Squires Garden Centre, Crawley and Washington (Selected dates) During the summer holidays, there will be different craft and planting activities each week, including a wildlife hunt, planting and decorating a strawberry pot, painting a hedgehog or rabbit money box, and decorating a pair of pebble animals. Charges apply. For dates, timing and more details visit www. squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Tues 23 Jul

Butterfly Safari, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL 2-4.30pm. A perfect way to enjoy a sunny summer afternoon. Enjoy a gentle stroll around the nature reserve admiring a fantastic selection

Footprints on the Moon, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE (Also 28 Jul) 3.30pm. Step back 50 years, learn about the history, technological logistics and science involved in the Apollo missions. Ages 6+. Charges apply. For more details and to book visit www.southdowns. org.uk

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Splash About, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester PO18 0JP (Also 31 Jul, 5 Aug, 15 Aug) 10am4pm. This is a chance for kids to take their revenge with the events staff and their friends in a huge water fight. Booking not required. For details visit www.aldingbournetrust. org/events

Tues 23 – Sun 28 Jul

Medieval Jousting Week, Arundel Castle, BN18 9AB 10am–4.30pm. The highlight of the summer events at the castle is the international joust tournament. Charges apply. For timings and more details visit www.arundelcastle.org

Wed 24 Jul

Bounce About Day, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester PO18 0JP (Also 7 and 20 Aug) 10am-4pm. Pop along and have an amazing day bouncing on all the bounce castles. Booking not required. For more details visit www.aldingbournetrust. org/events

Thurs 25 Jul

Falconry Displays, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester PO18 0JP (Also 14 Aug) 10am-4pm. Go along for your chance to learn all about the birds of prey and watch some spectacular falconry shows. Booking not required. For details visit www. aldingbournetrust.org/events

Fri 26 Jul

Summer Crafts, Worthing Museum and Art Gallery, BN11 1HP 10.30am-12.30pm, 1-3pm. Go along and get creative making some summer crafts during Family Art Friday. Build a boat; make a summer crown, flower bouquet, seaside mobile, wire bubble wands and more. To book visit www. worthingmuseum.co.uk

Jupiter & Saturn: The Giants of Our Solar System, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE 7.30pm. Jupiter is the largest planet in the Solar System. Saturn is about nine times Earth’s radius and is easily recognised by its distinctive ring system. Go along and explore in detail these gas giants and some of their Moons. Ages 6+. Charges apply. For more details visit www.southdowns. org.uk

Up, Up and Away, Chichester Cathedral, PO19 1RP

Wed 24 Jul – Wed 28 Aug Wild Wednesday, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL

10.30am-12noon. Enjoy a special activity curated especially for families. It could be ditch dipping, hunting for minibeasts or going on a snake hunt. Booking is not essential but arrive at the visitor centre to pick up your ticket. Charges apply. For more details visit www.rspb.org.uk/PTPul

Wed 24 Jul – Fri 30 Aug Summer Holiday Activities, Amberley Museum and Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT

Enjoy activities around the Museum and take part in a family trail. Discover the South’s working past, learn about technology through the years, and have fun riding the narrow gauge train and historic bus around the 36 acre site. For more details visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

Knights and Princesses School, Hever Castle, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG 11.30am, 12.30pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm. Throughout the summer holidays kids can experience what it was

like to grow up and serve in a royal household in medieval times. Children will also learn how to slay a dragon before receiving their School Certificate and are encouraged to go along in costume. Suitable for ages 7-14. For more details and to book visit www.hevercastle.co.uk

Go along to a fun-filled day with family activities. There’s a chance to design and make creative crafts and follow the Up, Up and Away Trail with a prize at the end. Ideal for children aged 3-11. Charges apply. For more details visit www.chichestercathedral.org.uk

Float like a Hovercraft, Brighton Toy and Model Museum, BN1 4EB 2-4pm. Follow in the footsteps of Sir Christopher Cockerell by creating your own hovercraft by recycling household favourites. Suitable for ages 7-11. Booking is essential and charges apply. For more details visit www. facebook.com/Brighton.Toy.Museum or call 01273 749 494.

Fri 26 Jul – Sun 1 Sep

Summer Search, Alfriston Clergy House, Polegate, BN26 5TL 10.30am–4.30pm. In this themed trail for families, learn all about birds on a fun search around the garden. Free event, admission applies. For details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ alfriston-clergy-house

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Win a Family VIP Ticket for Enchanted Horsham

Win an Outdoor Measure-Mate

Enchanted Horsham, the dazzling festival and magical wonderland for families and friends of all ages, returns to Horsham Park on 23, 24 and 25 August, bigger and more spectacular than ever.

Learning Resources have released the new 5-in-1 Outdoor Measure-Mate. This versatile tool is the perfect way to introduce the concept of measurement to children outside. Children will have endless fun exploring and measuring the natural landscape using five different tools including a vertical measure, callipers, a trundle wheel, spirit level and measuring stick. The 5-in-1 Outdoor Measure-Mate is perfect for ages 4 - 8 and costs £32. For more information, please visit www. learningresources.co.uk. Primary Times have Measure-Mates to give away to five lucky readers. For your chance to win, simply tell us which kind of wheel measures distances. For details of how to enter, see the bottom of this page.

Explore the Secret Illuminated Gardens with glowing pathways, dig for dragon bones, meet Gnomus the giant gnome and see the huge flamebreathing dragon with spectacular fire show performers. Shop at the boutique stalls, indulge with food and drink from the street market and bars and enjoy an eclectic lineup of music. Buy your tickets from www.enchantedhorsham.co.uk. Win a Family VIP Ticket worth £150 for fast track entry for all 3 days, a glass of sparkling wine or soft drink, entry to the VIP marquee and they’ll also give you face painting for 2 x U16’s. For your chance to win this great prize, tell us what is the name of the giant gnome? See below for details of how to enter. Please note the closing date for this competition is Friday 9 August.

Win a Copy of Dumbo on DVD From Disney and visionary director Tim Burton comes the all-new live-action adventure, Dumbo. The movie expands on the beloved classic story where differences are celebrated, family is cherished and dreams take flight. Circus owner Max Medici enlists former star Holt Farrier and his children Milly and Joe to care for a new born elephant whose oversized ears make him a laughing stock in an already struggling circus. But when they discover that Dumbo can fly, the circus makes an incredible comeback, attracting persuasive entrepreneur V A Vandevere who recruits Dumbo for his newest, larger-than-life entertainment venture, Dreamland. Dumbo soars to new heights alongside a charming and spectacular aerial artist, Colette Marchant, until Holt learns that, beneath its shiny veneer, Dreamland is full of dark secrets. Dumbo is released on Digital, DVD and Blu-Ray everywhere from 29 July 2019. For your chance to win one of five Dumbo DVDs, just tell us what kind of animal Dumbo is. See below for details of how to enter.

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Win a box of books for your school

Primary Times are offering schools the chance to win a selection of great books for their library. We have a whole box full of titles from super stories to fun educational books. We have several boxes of books to give away and the titles in each may differ. To enter the competition send your name, address, phone number and the name of your school using the details below.

To enter any of the competitions send your answer along with your name, age, school, address and phone number to Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London, SE12 8LG. Don’t forget to include the name of the competition. Alternatively email your answer and details to

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July Sat 27 Jul

Free Range Saturdays, Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, PO19 1TJ (Also 10 Aug) 10am-1pm. Roam the galleries, explore the landscapes on the walls and join our activities that look at nature in art. Free event. For more details visit www.pallant.org.uk

Sat 27 – Sun 28 Jul

Wild Wood, Kew Wakehurst, RH17 6TN 10am-5pm. In the heart of Wakehurst’s most magical spaces, celebrate the traditions, ecology, folklore and beauty of the native woodlands. All ages can immerse themselves in the magic of the woods and young adventurers will love tree climbing, craft activities, storytelling and woodland theatre. Charges apply. For more details visit www.kew.org/ wakehurst

Mermaid Dives, SEA LIFE Brighton, BN2 1TB Catch a glimpse of rare and mesmerising mermaids as they dive in a brand new ocean display. Get up close and personal to these amazing real-life mermaids in this once in a lifetime event. Charges apply. For more details and to book visit www. visitsealife.com/brighton

Once Upon a Castle, Hever Castle, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG Your little ones will be able to meet Flame the Dragon and go on an adventure through the gardens to find a new shield to replace the one he has accidentally burnt. Then step into the Castle and help look for the princess’ cat and meet fairy tale creatures along the way.You will also have a chance to experience what it was like to live in Tudor England. For more details visit www.hevercastle. co.uk

Sat 27 Jul – Sun 1 Sep

Design Wizard Trail, Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE 10am-3pm. Become a design wizard on a summer holiday children’s trail. Hunt for dragons and other creatures hidden in the Morris patterns around the garden and house. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/standen-house-and-garden

Sat 27 Jul – Sun 15 Sep

Kids Summer Fun: The Enchanted Garden, Borde Hill Garden, Haywards Heath, RH16 1XP Let your children’s imaginations run wild as they explore the Woodland on an enchanting daily trail. Other

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activities throughout the holidays include Minibeast and Summer Garden Storytelling Sessions, Lucy Little Forest School and more. For timings and details visit www. bordehill.co.uk

Mon 29 Jul

All Aboard - A Tour of the Planets, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE 3.30pm. Go along to the Planetarium for a flight of fancy to explore planetary neighbours. Fasten your seat belts for the trip of a lifetime. Ages 6+. Charges apply. For more information visit www.southdowns. org.uk

Tagged, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester PO18 0JP (Also 6 Aug) 10am-4pm. This is a brand new event which includes capturing 8 different tags from the events staff.You will be on the woodland walk, running around using tactics to collect all tags. Then put your skills to the test by hooking the golden tag off a rope over a pond. Visit www.aldingbournetrust.org

Tues 30 Jul

Wild Families - Pondemonium, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL 10.30am-12noon. Go along and meet some of the wonderful creatures who lurk in the watery depths of the ponds with the help of a net. Charges apply. For more details visit www. rspb.org.uk/PTPul

Reptile Day, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester PO18 0JP (Also 13 and 26 Aug) 10am-4pm. Go along as Tom’s Talking Reptile team will help you hold your favourite reptiles as well as providing knowledge about the different types! Booking not required. For more details visit www.aldingbournetrust. org/events

Planes & Gliders, Worthing Museum and Art Gallery, BN11 1HP 10.30am. Go along and have fun creating your own planes and gliders from recycled materials and

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then take off. Ages 6-12. For more details and to book visit www. worthingmuseum.co.uk

Our Galaxy, The Milky Way, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE

The Chemistry Lab, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN 10.30am-4pm. Chemistry is definitely fun, especially when trying to find out what goes with a bang. Go along and try some fabulous chemistry experiments and see some spectacular demonstrations. Ages 9-11. Charges apply. Booking is essential. For more details visit www. the-observatory.org

August Thurs 1 Aug

3.30pm. Go along an exciting journey through our Galaxy to see at first hand the wonder of new stars being born, planetary systems in the making, the growing pains of young stars, and the entrails of an exploded star. Ages 6+. Charges apply. For more details visit www.southdowns. org.uk

Living History Day, Arundel Castle, BN18 9AB (Also 6 Aug) 10am–4pm. Expect a wonderful, exciting opportunity to meet a variety of historical characters and have fun with a range of have-a-go activities, including archery. Archery for children aged 8+. Charges apply. For timings and more details visit www.arundelcastle.org

Tues 30 Jul – Sat 3 Aug

Qatar Goodwood Festival, Goodwood Racecourse, PO18 0PX 11am. With five days of thrilling action set against the magnificent backdrop of the rolling Sussex countryside, The Qatar Goodwood Festival – popularly known as ‘Glorious Goodwood’ – is one of the highlights of the flat-racing season. Under 18s go free. For more details visit www.goodwood.com

Wed 31 Jul

Seaside Craft, The Novium, Chichester, PO19 1QH (Also 14 and 28 Aug) 10am-1pm. To celebrate the temporary exhibition ‘Sea’s the Day: The Selsey Fishing Industry’ enjoy a series of crafts throughout the summer holidays themed around the sea and seaside. Charges apply. Booking is essential. For more details visit www. thenovium.org

Summer Nights Shooting Stars, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE 3.30pm. Go along to the planetarium for a breathtaking tour of the night sky and to find out more about what there is to be seen on clear evenings in late spring and summer. Ages 6+. Charges apply. For more details visit www.southdowns.org.uk

Children’s Wipe Out, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester PO18 0JP (Also 19 and 29 Aug) 10am-4pm. The first challenge is a huge arena that has a simple premise. Run in one end and exit the other.You’ll be jumping from platform to platform to see who can beat the course. Booking not required. For more details visit www.aldingbournetrust.org/events

Fabric & Textiles, Worthing Museum and Art Gallery, BN11 1HP 10.30am. Go along with your friends or family and have fun using lots of different recycled materials, fabric and textiles create your own collage to take home. Ages 7-11. For more details and to book visit www. worthingmuseum.co.uk

Thurs 1 – Thurs 29 Aug Summer Fun, Fishbourne Roman Palace, PO19 3QR

11am-3pm. Travel back in time 2,000 years and experience life in Roman times with lots of craft activities and things to make and do. Activities are included in the admission charge and children must be accompanied by an adult. For more details visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

Fri 2 Aug

Kids Pride Silent Disco, British Airways i360, Brighton, BN1 2LN 5-7pm. Celebrate the start of 2019 Brighton Pride with your children on the British Airways i360 boarding deck. Relax with a drink overlooking the old West Pier as your kids dance the evening away. Ideal for children aged 4-15. Charges apply. To book visit www.britishairwaysi360.com

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August Weaving & Woolcrafts, Worthing Museum and Art Gallery, BN11 1HP 10.30am-12.30pm, 1-3pm. Go along and get creative with weaving and woolcrafts Family Art Friday. Have a go at weaving and create something amazing out of wool. Make a dreamcatcher, stick loom or your own colourful pom poms. Charges apply. To book visit www. worthingmuseum.co.uk

Fri 2 – Sat 3 Aug

Big Wild Sleepout, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL You’ll be camping in a lovely wildflower meadow and spending the night in nature’s home. Once you’ve pitched your tent, settled and enjoyed an evening picnic you’ll be ready to start the night-time safari. Enjoy hot chocolate and marshmallows under the stars and breakfast in the morning. Look out for a surprise wildlife activity. Charges apply. Aged 5+. To book visit www.rspb.org.uk/PTPul

Sat 3 – Sun 4 Aug

Castle Canines, Hever Castle, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG Enjoy a weekend dedicated to our canine friends with demonstrations, displays and entertainment. Enter your pooch in a fun dog show with rosettes for the winners in each category. Dogs welcome on leads. For more details visit www. hevercastle.co.uk

Mon 5 – Fri 30 Aug

Funshine Days, Bognor Regis Seafront, PO21 There will be a 20 days of free activities for kids this summer running weekdays. From 5-9 Aug, seaside classics will be running, from magicians and sandcastle competitions to Punch and Judy. Bognor H2O will run from 12–16 Aug. Go and celebrate all things water. From 19-23 Aug, there will be street dance, Tai Chi, art workshops and sport hula hoop. Rounding off the activities will be a week of music and movement from 27-30 Aug. For more details visit www.bognorregis. gov.uk.

Tues 6 Aug

Astronaut Academy, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN What does it take to become an astronaut? Go along and investigate with some exciting activities to discover the challenges faced when reaching space. Ages 6-8. Charges apply. Booking is essential. For more details visit www.the-observatory.org

Wheels Workshop, Worthing Museum and Art Gallery, BN11 1HP 10.30am. Go along and make a train, car or other vehicle from recycled materials. For more details and to book visit www.worthingmuseum. co.uk

Wed 7 Aug

Pirate and Princess Day, Michelham Priory, Hailsham, Sat 3 Aug – Sun 1 Sep Wiggly Weekend, Fishers Farm BN27 3QS 10.30am-5pm. Hop onto the island Park, Wisborough Green, and have a swashbuckling day. There RH14 0EG (Selected dates) Meet Creepy Crawlies! This family favourite encompasses a full weekend of fun, entertainment, and handson encounters with a selection of fascinating reptiles, bugs and amphibians from around the world. Charges apply. For details visit www. fishersfarmpark.co.uk

Sun 4 Aug

Historic Cycles Day, Amberley Museum and Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT

will be treasure hunts, children’s crafts; face painting and Crazee Hazee will be here with his fabulous pirate show. For more details visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Crime Detectives, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN This exciting workshop will lead you on a journey to discover what, when and why the crime occurred. As detectives you will help to carefully

See bicycles from 1800 to the present day, with exhibitors and visitors welcome to come in period dress, watch the bicycles ride around the Museum in an afternoon procession. For more details visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

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collect evidence by exploring a crime scene. Ages 6-8. Booking is essential. For more details visit www.theobservatory.org

Bishops, Butchers and Bargemen, Alfriston Clergy House, Polegate, BN26 5TL 10.30am–12.30pm. A two-hour guided walk around the historic village. Discover the site of the ‘original’ Saxon settlement, how the town expanded in Medieval times, and was irrevocably changed by the ‘Great Fire of Alfriston’ in 1683. To book visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ alfriston-clergy-house

Sandcastle Competition, Stage-by-the-Sea, Littlehampton Seafront, BN17 5LE 11am-1pm. Take part in this mega Sandcastle Competition on Littlehampton seafront. Entry is free and there are prizes to be won in three categories, 5s and under, over 5s and 10+. For more details go to www.visitlittlehampton.co.uk

Fri 9 Aug

Natural History Museum, Worthing Museum and Art Gallery, BN11 1HP 10.30am-12.30pm, 1-3pm. Get creative and make some Natural History inspired crafts during Family Art Friday to fill your own museum. Make an exciting collection of creatures, local wildlife and plants. Charges apply. To book visit www. worthingmuseum.co.uk

Fri 9 – Sun 11 Aug

Chilli Fiesta, West Dean Gardens, PO18 0RX Join the party at the UK’s biggest chilli festival. Dance to live Latin music, watch cookery and gardening demonstrations and taste delicious chilli foods ‘til your tongue sizzles. Enjoy the familyfriendly festival atmosphere and camp on site. For more details visit www.chillifiesta.co.uk

Wed 7 – Wed 28 Aug

Wonderful Wednesdays, Weald and Downland Living Museum, PO18 0EU 11am-4pm. Go along to fun-packed activity days for families, which take place at the Museum every Wednesday in August. A list of activities will be uploaded online and a flyer and map will be available on arrival. Charges apply. For more details and to book visit www. wealddown.co.uk

Fri 9 – Tues 13 Aug

Tale in the Whale, Brighton Marina, BN2 5WD Enjoy an enormous, inflatable, free whale workshop to learn about sea creatures and their battle to survive in an ocean full of rubbish. For more details visit www. brightonmarina.co.uk

Thurs 8 Aug

Botanicals, Lewes Castle, BN7 1YE

Sat 10 – Sun 25 Aug

10.30am-3.30pm. Try drawing, painting and printing your own images of your favourite flowers. Ideal for children aged 4-8. Charges apply. For more details visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

Summer Crafts Inspired by Morris & Co, Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE

Man on the Moon, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN Learn all about the features of the Moon through fun interactive activities. Make your own Moon model, create some fantastically messy craters, and hear all about the first man on the Moon and more. Ages 6-8. Charges apply. Booking is essential. For more details visit www. the-observatory.org

Barking, Booths & Bottlers Workshop, Worthing Museum and Art Gallery, BN11 1HP 10.30am. After seeing the Barking, Booths and Bottlers exhibition create your very own pop up show full of puppets, magic and much more. Ages 7+. For more details visit www. worthingmuseum.co.uk

11am-3pm. Take the family and create your own nature-inspired designs to print onto a bag to take home. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/standen-houseand-garden

Sun 11 Aug

Commercial Vehicles and Communications Day, Amberley Museum and Heritage Centre, BN18 9LT This event will host a display of interesting and historic commercial vehicles from before and after the Second World War.You can also learn all about communications through the years. For more details visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

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Film Preview Guide The Angry Birds Movie 2 The ﬂightless angry birds and the scheming green piggies take their beef to the next level in The Angry Birds Movie 2.When a new threat emerges that puts both Bird and Pig Island in danger, Red, Chuck, Bomb and Mighty Eagle recruit Chuck’s sister Silver and team up with pigs Leonard, his assistant Courtney and techpig Garry to forge an unsteady truce and form an unlikely super team to save their homes.The Angry Birds Movie 2 is in cinemas from 8 August.

Dora and the Lost City of Gold Having spent most of her life exploring the jungle with her parents, nothing could prepare Dora for her most dangerous adventure ever High School. Always the explorer, Dora quickly ﬁnds herself leading Boots, her best friend (a monkey), Diego, a mysterious jungle inhabitant and a rag tag group of teens on a live-action adventure to save her parents and solve the impossible mystery behind a lost city of gold. Dora and the Lost City of Gold is released in cinemas on 16 August.

Horrible Histories The Horrible Histories team are bringing the Rotten Romans to the screen this summer.Atti is a Roman teenager with brains but very little brawn.When one of his schemes falls foul of Emperor Nero,Atti is forced to join the army and sent to miserable, cold, wet Britain.Things go from bad to worse when Atti is captured by Orla, a feisty teenage Celt desperate to prove herself as a warrior. Meanwhile a furious Nero is determined to crush the British rebellion, led by Boudicca.As the Romans prepare for a historic showdown with the Celts at the Battle of Watling Street, the two new friends ﬁnd themselves lined up on opposite sides of the battleﬁeld. Horrible Histories:The Movie – Rotten Romans is released in cinemas on 26 July.

The Lion King Disney’s The Lion King, directed by Jon Favreau, journeys to the African savanna where a future king is born. Simba idolises his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub’s arrival. Scar, Mufasa’s brother, and former heir to the throne, has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba’s exile.With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to ﬁgure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his. Utilising pioneering ﬁlmmaking techniques to bring treasured characters to life in a whole new way, Disney’s The Lion King roars into cinemas on 19 July. Photo credit: 2019 Disney Enterprises, Inc

Playmobil: The Movie Playmobil:The Movie takes audiences on an epic comedy adventure through a sprawling imaginative universe in the first-ever feature film inspired by the awardwinning Playmobil® role-play toys. Packed with humour and excitement, the film combines endearing and hilarious characters, thrilling adventure and breath-taking scenery in this originally animated heart-warming tale.When her younger brother Charlie unexpectedly disappears into the animated universe of Playmobil, Marla must go on the quest of a lifetime to bring him home. As she sets off on a fantastic journey across stunning new worlds, Marla teams up with some unlikely and heroic new friends - the smooth-talking food truck driver Del, the dashing and charismatic secret agent Rex Dasher, a wholehearted misfit robot, an extravagant fairy godmother and many more. Through their adventure, Marla and Charlie realise that no matter how life plays out, you can achieve anything when you believe in yourself. See Playmobil:The Movie in cinemas from 9 August.

Win Great UglyDolls Goodies Unconventionality rules in UglyDolls, the new animated family adventure in cinemas on 16 August. In the adorably different town of Uglyville, the free-spirited Moxy (Kelly Clarkson) and her UglyDolls friends confront what it means to be different, struggle with their desire to be loved, and ultimately discover that you don’t have to be perfect to be amazing because who you truly are is what matters most. As Kelly Clarkson says, “Moxy could not be more perfect for me. Because I’m not really that (princess) girl. I’m really this girl. We all come in different shapes, sizes and personalities, but with our own individuality.” We have a great bundle of UglyDolls goodies including an UglyDolls activity sheet, shoe laces, notepad, pencil case and canvas bag with special colouring pens, three plush character toys and more. For your chance to win all these, tell us who voices Moxy in UglyDolls. Send your answer to us along with your name, age, address, school and phone number to UglyDolls Competition, Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London SE12 8LG or email your answer together with your details to competitions@primarytimes.biz with ‘UglyDolls’ as the subject by Friday 16 August.

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it’s possible. Ages 6-8. Charges apply. Booking is essential.Visit www.theobservatory.org

Mon 12 Aug

Wild Families – Bughunt! RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL 10.30am-12.30pm. Go along for a minibeast safari to hunt for some of the amazing creatures lurking in the woodlands or meadows. Get up close and personal with moths, make minibeast masks and a bee B&B to take home for your garden. Charges apply. For more details visit www. rspb.org.uk/PTPul

Perseids Meteor Shower and Nocturnal Wildlife Guided Walk, Petworth House and Park, GU28 9LR 8-10pm. Take your torch and blanket and visit the Deer Park at night discovering some of the nocturnal wildlife of the Deer Park and try out a bit of stargazing. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ petworth-house-and-park

Bats, Glow Worms and Meteors, Downs Link Car Park, Henfield, BN5 9PJ 8-10pm. Join the Downs Link Rangers for an exciting three mile evening walk, looking at local wildlife, landscape and astronomy. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. Meet at the car park. Charges apply. For details visit www.westsussex.gov.uk

Mon 12 – Tues 13 Aug

Music in the Woods, Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield, TN22 3QX 1-3pm. Immerse yourself in the sounds of nature as you use Walk Wood as your canvas for creating wild music. This workshop welcomes all generations to work together in using the natural environment. Admission applies. To book visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sheffieldpark-and-garden

Tues 13 Aug

Kitchen Tales, Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA 1-4pm. Drop in to the house this afternoon to hear some kitchen stories and tell your own, handle kitchen artefacts and explore the herbs in the garden. All ages welcome. For more details visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

Wed 14 Aug

5 Mile Run – Junior Event, Goodwood Racecourse, PO18 0PX 6.45pm. Goodwood will be hosting a junior race, for 6-17 year olds, which will take on a 1 mile route around the Estate. Charges apply. For more details visit www.goodwood.com or call 01243 755 055.

Wildlife Wednesday, Michelham Priory, Hailsham, BN27 3QS 10.30am-5pm. Enjoy pond dipping, nature trails, bird watching and bug hunting. There will be wildlife-themed craft activities and you can borrow a nature explorer packs from the Gatehouse. For more details visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Spectacular Light and Colour, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN Be amazed how light and colour can make the world around us spectacular. Go along and explore a unique way of ‘seeing’ with specialist science equipment. Ages 6-8. Booking is essential. For more details visit www.the-observatory.org

Thurs 15 Aug

Earth and Beyond, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN This workshop looks at our dynamic Earth and how we look beyond Earth into space.You’ll even look down from space to learn more about the Earth. Ages 9-11. Charges apply. Booking is essential. For more details visit www.the-observatory.org

Clay Replicas, Worthing Museum and Art Gallery, BN11 1HP 10.30am. Take a look at the extensive collection of prehistory artefacts in the museum and handling collection. Make your own clay replica from dry clay. Ages 7+. Charges apply. To book visit www.worthingmuseum.co.uk

Alien Life, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN 10.30am, 2pm. There are some weird creatures here on Earth. They live in all sorts of strange places where humans would not survive. Could there be life beyond Earth? Would it be the same? Try and find out if

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Wild Families - Pondemonium, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL

10.30am-12noon. Go along and meet some of the wonderful creatures who lurk in the watery depths of the ponds with the help of a net. Charges apply. For more details visit www. rspb.org.uk/PTPul

Paper Crafts, Worthing Museum and Art Gallery, BN11 1HP 10.30am-12.30pm, 1-3pm. Get creative with paper during Family Art Friday. Whether it’s collage, pop ups, sketchbooks or your own spinning pinwheel, there are so many possibilities! Charges apply. To book visit www.worthingmuseum.co.uk

Family Bushcraft, Buchan Country Park, RH11 9HQ (Also 23 Aug) 10am-3pm. Enjoy learning bush craft skills together as a family. Rangers will show you how to build a debris den, light a fire without matches, saw up logs, paint a picture with natural paints and make charcoal in a sweet tin. Charges apply. For details visit www.westsussex.gov.uk

Sat 17 – Sun 18 Aug

Family History Weekend, Arundel Castle, BN18 9AB 10am–4pm. An opportunity to meet a variety of historical characters, such as a Knight, Pirate and Medieval Surgeon, and have fun with a range of have-a-go activities, including archery. Archery for children aged 8+. Charges apply. For timings and more details visit www.arundelcastle.org

Sun 18 Aug

Art in the Park, Buchan Country Park, RH11 9HQ 11am-3pm. Enjoy various arty-crafty activities for all the family. Have a go at watercolour painting or do some chalk pavement art, paint a pebble ladybird or make a leaf collage. For details visit www.westsussex.gov.uk

10am-12noon. Ideal for children aged 10 and under. Free but donations welcome. For more details visit www. arundelmuseum.org

Plants and Potions, Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA 1-4pm. Drop in to the house to explore the plants in the garden and find out how they have been

It is the 50th anniversary of the first astronaut on the Moon and you will be able to go along find out exactly how they got to the moon and back. Ages 6-8. Charges apply. Booking is essential. For more details visit www. the-observatory.org

Wed 21 Aug

Family Games Fest, Michelham Priory, Hailsham, BN27 3QS 10.30am-5pm. Enjoy a great day of traditional fun and games. For those that enjoy a good old fashioned egg and spoon race, this is the day for you. There’s truly something for all ages. Normal admission applies. For more details visit www.sussexpast. co.uk

Red Planet, Blue Planet, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN 10.30am-1pm, 2-4.30pm. Find out about the planets with some amazing activities, then design and make a spacecraft to land an egg safely on the surface of another planet like Mars. Ages 6-8. Charges apply. Booking is essential. For more details visit www.the-observatory.org

Fairy Tale Day, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester PO18 0JP 10am-4pm. Interact with Fairy Tale characters in the Woodland Walk. Enjoy a range of different activities and have a truly magical day. Booking not required. For more details visit www.aldingbournetrust.org/events

Den Building, Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield, TN22 3QX 11am-12.30pm. Join in hands-on fun outdoors and put your den building skills to the test. Go along and tick off number 4 of the 50 things to do before you’re 11¾ list. Admission applies. To book visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/sheffield-parkand-garden

Attack a Castle, Lewes Castle, BN7 1YE

Children’s Storytelling, Jubilee Gardens Nr. Arundel Museum, BN18 9PA

Tues 20 Aug

Rocket Science, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN

Thurs 22 Aug

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used in the past. Hands-on activities, textile activities and quizzes. All ages welcome. For more details visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

10.30am-12noon, 2-3.30pm. Try on some armour and make model castles and mangonels to take away. Age 4-8. Booking is essential and charges apply. For more details visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

3D Animation, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN 10.30am, 2pm. Sign up to produce your very own short animation to keep.You will use animation clay

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Family Travel Ideas Stay in a Fire Truck Red Rescue Retreat, near Keswick in the Lake District, enjoys a spectacular and peaceful position on a working beef and sheep farm in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is perfectly positioned directly at the southern foot fells of the magnificent Blencathra, one of the most impressive fells in the Northern Lakes, and located close to the pretty village of Threlkeld, home to two popular pubs. It is just five miles from the beautiful bustling market town of Keswick, with its fabulous range of shops, wonderful eateries and prime tourist attractions.Visitors can also enjoy nearby Newlands Adventure Centre. The Retreat itself has something for everyone. Enter into the fire truck from the lovely decked patio area, and find yourself in the fantastic open-plan house with an array of quirky features including fireman’s pole and replica tied ceiling cables. The lounge, which has a Smart TV, comfortable sofa that can convert into a double bed and large bean bags, is the ideal place to relax and watch a movie after a day out exploring the local area. The dining area has lovely views over the patio.The kitchen is well-equipped with electric oven and hob, plenty of storage space, drop down table and wine cooler/fridge. Enjoy the fantastic sauna room with glass door to give your holiday a more luxurious feel. Completing the ground floor is the wonderful kids’ twin bedroom, with fire engine bedsteads and funky sleeping bags (please note they are only suitable for children up to 12 years). Heading up the ladder, you will find the spacious master bedroom, with a comfy king-size bed,TV, dressing table and the gated lockable fireman’s pole. A week’s stay costs from £103 pp (£412 total). For more information, visit www. holidaycottages.co.uk or call 01237 459 888.

Mini Hoteliers at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort Hotels are fascinating places, especially for young inquisitive minds. Offering a behind-thescenes insight into the workings of hotel life,Anantara Layan Phuket Resort in Thailand has launched an immersive Junior Hotelier programme for children aged between 8 and 12. The imaginative programme follows in the footsteps of the resort team as they make the preparations for new guests arriving at the luxurious Layan Residences by Anantara, located on the hillside above the resort. The experience starts with a short tour of one of the 15 Layan Residences, while shadowing a villa butler, learning the traditional Thai greeting for new guests and hearing their fun facts and anecdotes of hotel life.The young guests will be shown how to make the perfect bed, before getting creative with animal towel art. Like origami but with towels, they will learn the skill of creating jungle animals, including elephants and monkeys, which will be left on the bed for the new guests. In the villa kitchen, budding cooks will help the chef prepare for the meal that evening. From mixing and kneading dough for pastries, to using ingredients such as rice noodles, coconut oil and prawns to make a traditional Pad Thai.The trainee chefs will have a chance to taste their dishes while learning about the ingredients they are using. No hotel is complete without a signature cocktail and following their cooking class the junior hoteliers will also get busy making a mocktail at the open air bar by the inﬁnity pool. Combining different fruits such as pineapple, mango and papaya, the mini mixologists will work together with the bartender to create their own fruit concoction or mock-jito. The experience will end by following in the footsteps of the villa butler as they demonstrate the art of a relaxing turndown service, leaving slippers out and a treat on the pillow. The Junior Hotelier programme costs £60 per child and lasts two to three hours, for children aged 8 to 12.A stay at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort starts from £350 per night in a pool villa including tax and breakfast.A two bedroom Layan Residence starts from £1,689 per night with tax, breakfast, airport transfer, non-alcoholic minibar and fast track immigration. For more information, please visit www.phuket-layan.anantara.com.

Timeless Tanzania Safari

Acacia Africa’s seven day Timeless Tanzania is part of the operator’s Short Safaris and Treks collection, the tour visiting both the Serengeti and the Olduvai Gorge. Tanzania’s Northern Circuit parks and reserves are home to some of East Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife, including the Big Five, but also many other equally interesting species of game and fascinating birdlife. The tour takes you on safari not only to see the animals in their natural habitats, but to enjoy the magnificent landscapes and memorable sunrises and sunsets. The journey commences with a scheduled shuttle service from Nairobi to Tanzania’s safari town, Arusha. Highlights of the trip include a visit to Lake Manyara National Park. Make your way out of the busy town through coffee plantations before reaching the open plains. Upon reaching Lake Manyara you will have your first game drive looking for some of the amazing wild animals that are native to the region. Leaving Lake Manyara behind, you will travel through to the town of Karatu and on into the highlands. The road hugs the rim of the Ngorongo crater before dropping down towards the Serengeti plains. After spending the afternoon game driving, guests will have a relaxing evening at their comfortable lodge. After a restful night, the following day starts early for a morning game drive as this is the best time to see the animals. After lunch the safari leaves the park and heads back towards the Ngorongoro Crater and the lodge perched on the rim. From Manyara, the trip drops down the escarpment to the floor of the Great Rift Valley and heads onto the hidden gem, Tarangire National Park. Tarangire is renowned for fantastic herds of elephant and buffalo along with iconic baobab trees. The Tanzania Safari is a treat for the family suitable for ages 8 and over. For more information, please visit www.acaciaafrica.com.

Get Creative with Sticker World Airport Dreading that time sitting in the airport waiting for your plane? This new sticker book from Lonely Planet Kids will while away the time – no problem. Create and customise the airport of your dreams with this new addition to the popular Sticker World… series of children’s activity books. Part doodle books, part sticker books, these bright and bold titles let children become an architect, designer and builder all in one. Filled with fun facts and more than 500 stickers in each book, kids will love getting a look at the inner workings of the airport. Design your own aeroplane, open your own currency exchange, draw a tasty in-ﬂight meal for your passengers and create passports for your friends and family as your bring your own airport to life. For more information about Lonely Planet Kids, visit www.lonelyplanetkids.com. Sticker World:Airport costs £5.99 from book shops or online.

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August and craft materials to produce clay models based around the themes of space travel and astronomy. Ages 9-11. Charges apply. Booking is essential.Visit www.the-observatory. org

KAPOW Wrestling, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester PO18 0JP 10am-4pm. KAPOW is the UK’s #1 Family-Friendly Wrestling Federation. Expect high energy sports entertainment and action direct from the colourful pages of a comic book. For more details visit www. aldingbournetrust.org/events

Fri 23 Aug

Fri 23 – Sun 25 Aug

Friday Fireworks and Family Festivities, Goodwood Racecourse, PO18 0PX Held at the racecourse over three magical days, the enchanting August Bank Holiday weekend rekindles the nostalgic summer holidays of yesteryear to create the ultimate family day out. Children under 18 go free. Charges apply. For more details visit www.goodwood.com or call 01243 755 055.

Enchanted Horsham, Horsham Park, RH12 1RL 5-11.30pm.A spectacular weekend for all ages held over three midsummer afternoons and evenings. Entry includes the enchanted unicorn, dragon fossil dig, secret illuminated gardens, live music on the main stage, circus shows and more. Enter the code PRIMARY when booking tickets to receive a 40% discount. Offer ends 31 July 2019. For details and to book visit www.enchantedhorsham.co.uk

Sat 24 Aug

Night-Time Safari, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL 7.30-10pm. As the sun sets go along on a night-time walk in search of marvellous moths, brilliant bats and other mysterious night creatures. The evening includes hot chocolate and sweet nibbles and is suitable for adults and families alike. Charges apply. To book visit www.rspb.org.uk/ PTPul or call the visitor centre on 01798 875 851.

1 July - 1 Sept ‘19

Balloon Modelling Workshop, Pavilion Theatre, BN11 3PX Dizzy O’Dare presents a fun workshop and a fantastic experience for kids, teaching all the great skills they need to make their own balloon creations. This session will take place in-between the free performances of The Giant Balloon Show. For more details visit www.worthingtheatres.co.uk

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Sat 24 – Sun 25 Aug

Wed 28 Aug

Catch a glimpse of rare and mesmerising mermaids as they dive in a brand new ocean display. Get up close and personal to these amazing real-life mermaids in this once in a lifetime event. Charges apply. For more details and to book visit www.visitsealife.com/ brighton

11am-12.30pm. Hunt for bugs on the parkland and achieve number 31 of your 50 things activities by making friends with a bug. Admission applies. To book visit www.nationaltrust.org. uk/sheffield-park-and-garden

Mermaid Dives, SEA LIFE Brighton, BN2 1TB

Sat 24 – Mon 26 Aug 12,000 Years of Combat, Arundel Castle, BN18 9AB

10.30am–4.30pm. Tented encampments will demonstrate the costume, weapons and fighting techniques from the Stone Age to the Victorian era. All displays on lower lawn arena. Charges apply. For timings and more details visit www.arundelcastle.org

Tues 27 Aug

Spinning Yarns, Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA 1-4pm. Listen to the tale of Rumpelstiltskin, tell your own fairy tales and have a go at spinning wool and stitching fabric. All ages welcome. For more details visit www.sussexpast. co.uk

Tues 27 – Wed 28 Aug Mini Boom, Aldingbourne Country Centre, Chichester PO18 0JP

10am-4pm. Mini Boom is a kids’ music festival and a chance for families to have lots of fun together in a positive safe environment. There will be live music, DJs, workshops, stalls and many

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Bug Hunting, Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield, TN22 3QX

Archaeology Day, Michelham Priory, Hailsham, BN27 3QS 10.30am-5pm. Get stuck in with a whole heap of exciting hands-on activities, finds processing, living history and incredible displays for all ages. Join our archaeologists and experts as they hunt for finds in the trial trench. For more details visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Thurs 29 Aug

5 4 3 2 1 Blast Off, Brighton Toy and Model Museum, BN1 4EB 2-4pm.You’ll be designing and creating your own rocket launchers. We will be investigating how the size and angle of a rocket affects its flight. Booking is essential and charges apply. For more details visit www. facebook.com/Brighton.Toy.Museum or call 01273 749 494.

Fri 30 Aug – Sun 1 Sep

Astronomy Festival, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN Soak up the incredible atmosphere that surrounds this fabulous observatory. This annual event is incredibly warm and friendly and offers a magnificent opportunity to enjoy science and astronomy in a relaxed, informal setting. Charges apply. Booking is essential.Visit www. the-observatory.org

Sat 31 Aug – Sun 1 Sep Soldiers at the Palace, Fishbourne Roman Palace, PO19 3QR

10am-5pm. The event features the leading Roman research society, Ermine Street Guard, and includes displays of weaponry, warfare and battle tactic. For more details visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Minecraft Castle Building Workshop, 1066 Battle of Hastings Abbey and Battlefield, TN33 0AD

10am-5pm. For the Minecraft fans in your family we’re once again mixing up the ancient and modern with a second season of our popular castle building workshops, curated by an expert cube construction team from Blockbuilders. For more details and to book visit www.english-heritage.org.uk

September Sun 1 Sep

Angmering BMX Fun Day, BN16 4AY 11am-4pm. International free style BMX rider GT Bicycles Jay Cowley will be blasting some air tricks and riders from a national race team will tear up the track. For more details visit www.angmeringparishcouncil. gov.uk

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Thurs 5 - Sun 8 Sep

Craft Fair, Hever Castle, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG Enjoy a new contemporary fair organised by Craft In Focus. Discover around 120 exhibitors from the UK’s finest designer makers and contemporary artists. Children aged 7+ can explore the Tudor Towers adventure playground with its own moat, drawbridge and three turrets. Charges apply. For more details visit www.hevercastle.co.uk

Sat 7 – Sun 8 Sep

Medieval Weekend, Michelham Priory, Hailsham, BN27 3QS 10.30am-5pm. Enjoy living history camps, displays, archery, medieval traders and entertainment. For more details visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Sat 14 Sep

KAPOW! Preston Park, Brighton, BN1 6SD 11am-1.30pm. Take on the gigantic, fun-filled challenge with ten immense inflatables for you to bounce over, squeeze through, slip and slide around. Open to all, not just runners, anyone over 1.2m tall can join in the crazy, bouncy 5k fun run in Brighton. To sign up visit www.themartlets.org.uk Our next copy deadline is

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