Toddle About Northants April - June 2017 by Toddle About Magazine

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At last! Spring has arrived, and Toddle About is here to help you to make the most of the warmer weather and longer days. Check out pages 10 and 12 for some great days out and activities for you and your little ones this Easter break. And make sure you dive into the Daily Activity Planner from page 40, where you will find details of all the local baby and toddler groups and classes near you, listed day by day. Of course, if you're looking for a good read with a cuppa, we've got that covered too. Just sit back, relax and enjoy!

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What’s new for bumps, babies & toddlers in the Northamptonshire area Key to each area:

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A New Way of Photographing Families

Boogie Beat Northampton Celebrates First Year!

Join Boogie Beat Music and Movement as they celebrate a fantastic first year in business on Monday 3rd April, 9.45-10.30am, at Poppy Field Farm, NN5 6GT with a lively extra session. Over the past year they have shared their Boogie Beat fun at classes, workshop s and parties with lots of wonderful parents and children, nurseries and schools. Every Boogie Beat session is packed full of energetic, fun sing ing and dancing using themes like traditiona l fairy tales and nursery rhymes. To book your place, contact sharon@boogiebeat.co.uk or 0781 2494712. P.44

A Lovely May Bank Holiday Outing

Enjoy skill, entertainment and gardens over the late May Bank Holiday at the annual Art, Craft & Design Show at Castle Ashby Gardens on Sunday & Monday May 28th & 29th. Browse and buy work from some of the UK’s leading ns, ride the designer makers, watch skilled artisa rtainment. carousel and enjoy a wealth of ente to be missed. With free parking this is an event not ens. Open gard the of price All for the usual entrance ts.co.uk. P.13 even dian .palla www Visit . daily 10 from

Pre-loved Sales for Bump – 6 Years

Precious Gem events hold regular table top sales where you can buy and sell pre-loved maternity, baby and children's (up to age 6 years) clothes and toys, as well as every day essential equipment at great prices. Upcoming sales are Sunday 23rd April and 11th June at St Crispins Club Duston and Saturday 20th May at the Abbey Centre, Northampton all 10.30-12.00 come and stock up for the summer! Entry £1 per adult. For details call Selena on 0790 0 577520 or email selena@preciousgemevents.co.u k. P.27 4 April - June 2017 Toddle About

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Mums on a mission! CO Photography and Design has developed a new way of photographing families. They recruit some of the parents they work with to deliver their service. The know how to work with dy alrea Mums and Dads teach children and Carrie, Charlotte and team t recruitment abou more out find To rest! the them ot in your or to experience a CO family photosho .co.uk or local area email info@cophotodesign act before visit www.cophotodesign.co.uk. Cont for 15% off t” Abou dle end of July and quote “Tod P.18 fee. t shoo your

If You Go Down to the Woods

Pop down to Salcey Forest on Fridays (from 28th April) at 10 am to enjoy a morning of fun, mud and adventur e at a Tinder Tots class, run by Fire and Air Education. Lasting up to 2 hours, sessions are designed for toddlers up to 4 years and are involve play, stori es, mud, singing and more. Take a walk, swin g in hammocks, enjoy natural crafts, gam es, free-range play and even campfire cooking. Led by experienced outdoor educators, you and your child will interact with the natural world and enjoy the slow, steady pace of the forest. Find out more and book at www.fireandair.org. P.51

Tumble Tots Comes to Watford Village

Tumble Tots are opening their award-winning physical play classes at Watford Village Hall on Tuesdays from 18th April. Classes run at: years 9:35am: Circuit Fun for walking to 5 years 3 10:30am: 2 to 11:30am: 6 months to walking get £10 off Use code IRY443 when booking to es at class of term when you book a half n. P.46 www.tumbletots.com/northampto

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The County Toy Library is little known gem and joy for parents in Northants. For as little as 10p, you can hire high quality sensory toys, board games, baby equipment, dressing up outfits, slides, more. As one trikes, tunnels, bouncy castles and without this do I'd what know don't "I mum put it, ey. You can hire place. It has saved me so much mon however long kids’ toys at next to nothing prices for visit 20, 6423 3 you wish". Call 0784 rdpress.com, www.northamptoncountytoylibrary.wo on 7LQ NN5 re, Squa Park 4 to n or pop dow m. Annual Tuesdays or Thursdays 9.30am to 4.00p quote membership is Half Price when you nts! P.15 pare for £6 just ’s ‘Toddle About’ – that

Prince and Princess Party at Tigers

Tapestry at Akeley Wood School’s Nur sery

Many nurseries use learning journals to capture special moments of your child’s development and keep parents involved in their learning journey. At Akeley Wood School they use Tapestry, whic h is an online journal. Using iPads, all staff in the nursery observe children and capture their observations with pictures and videos into the Tape stry App. Parents can then view their child’s infor mation and upload their own pictures to show what their child has done outside nursery, so the staff can discuss these activities with the child ren. Find out more about Akeley Wood School’s Nursery at one of their coffee mornings on 5th April and 3rd May at 10.00am-11.30am. www.akeleywoodschool.co.uk. P.24

Fun with Phonics in Northants

Head on down to Tigers Soft Play Cent re in Daventry on Friday 31st March, 6:30 -8:30pm to enjoy a themed Prince and Princess Party. Join in the party games, have a dance, mee t real-life princes and princesses and, of cour se, enjoy the fantastic soft play area. Dressing up is entirely optional, but very much encourag ed! Tickets can be ordered in advance for £6.99 by calling 01327 312188 (£7.99 on the door). Tigers Indoor Play, 1 Riley Close, Daventry, NN11 8QT. www.tigersplay.co.uk. P.11 PS. Check out the special offer voucher in our centre pages to get 1/2-price entry to Tigers for up to 2 children!

If you are looking for a fun way to start your little one's reading journey that will inspire a love of literacy, then look no further. Learning ons involve active games, sessi ics phon ' Bugs s and stories, all led by an prop singing, dancing, A selection experienced primary school teacher. children and nts pare for able avail are of activities skills rtant impo g lopin to complete together, deve sessions tly rtan impo t Mos fun! g havin t whils your are lively, fun and interactive, to get and writing. preschooler excited about reading shire - find Classes run throughout Northampton or by uk s.co. -bug out more at www.learning . P.27 o.uk ugs.c ing-b learn info@ iling ema

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BerryGo offers a unique and exciting range of classes for you and your littles ones, from tiny newborn babies to busy pre-schoolers. BerryGo Babies is a relaxing baby massage class with time to chat with other mums. BerryGo Boun ce is a class for older babies which includes infan t yoga, music and lots of sensory play! And BerryGo Boogies is a class for your active toddlers, full of movement, music and props. You and your little s ones can learn, explore and grow with BerryGo, and they are now offering birthday party ente rtainment too! Contact Louisa on 07809 1265 99 or contactberrygo@gmail.com. P.50

If you are looking for a rewarding job that is part time, term-time only and fits around could be the job for this then , runs the school ing to you! Musical Minis are currently look ren and child s love who on pers mic dyna a hire Musical the of part As m. usias has loads of enth es around the Minis team you will run music class provided. Northamptonshire area. Full training a clean and car a have The ideal candidate must to CV your il Ema se. licen ng drivi or call Leena leenathakker@musicalminis.co.uk . P.42 on 01296 738652 for an informal chat

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Wh at ‘s N ew ? Give Your Child A Party to Remember

Back in 2011, local dad Tony Hill took his little girl to her friend's birthday party. The parents had hired in a Peppa Pig costume, but the quality was incredibly poor and there were lots of disappointed children. Inspired by this experience, Tony set up Just-Party to put smiles on the faces of Northamptonshire's children, and he has achieved just that. From party packages and char acters visits to balloon modelling, face painting and party supplies, Just-Party is now a one-stop shop for creating a fantastic party for your child . Find out more at www.just-party.co.uk. PS. Check out the special offer voucher in our centre pages to get 20% off a party package. P.27

Meet Dobby the Binturong

A new species has come to the Cotswold Wildlife Park - the mysterious Binturong from the forests of South East Asia, where it spends most of its time in the trees. Otherwise known as rong is a strange creature Bintu the ”, r-Cat the “Bea ce. Despite its bulk aran in its habits and appe ly agile and relatively slow nature, it is surprising balance for tail e ensil preh its uses and in the trees fruits. rite favou its for as it moves around looking will detect a you gh, enou close be ever you ld Shou 'Dobby' as faint aroma of popcorn emanating from Reptile House. he moves about his exhibit near the www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk. P.11

s A Quest for Little Heroes and Heroiner at Stowe, Buckingham. From

Easte Delve into a lost world of chivalry this the brave your little ones can follow the trail of 14 - 17 April, 10am - 4pm, you and quest to the on Take on. drag the g uerin conq knight whilst avoiding the witch and ies. appl n issio adm per hunt, normal collect your chocolatey prize! £2.50 P.56 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/stowe.

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Easter

OUT S Y A D & S T N EVE

MAKE THE MOST OF THE EASTER HOLIDAYS WITH THESE GREAT DAYS OUT

WICKY’S EASTER BUNNY PARTY

EASTER TRAY GARDENS

EASTER QUIZ TRAIL

Saturday 15th April, 12noon - 2pm

Mon 10th - Thur 13th April, 11:30am - 3:00pm

Sat 1st - Tues 18th April, 10am - 3.30pm

Join Wicky and crew for an Easter Bunny Party with a Princess & Superhero theme.

Let your little ones (and bigger ones) discover their creative side with their own miniature tray garden. Materials supplied; all they need is their imagination. Booking not needed.

Try the Easter themed quiz trail. Follow the trail map and answer the questions to win a prize.

Advance tickets are £6* for kids & £2* for adults. *50p extra per person on the day of the party.

1 tray £3.00, 2 trays £5.00.

Babies under 12 months go free.

Standard admission charges apply.

Available from the café. £2 per trail sheet, includes a small prize. No need to book. Sywell Country Park, Washbrook Lane, Ecton, Northampton NN6 0QX. Tel: 0300 126 5935

Wicksteed Park, Barton Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 6NJ. Tel: 01536 512475

Canons Ashby National Trust, near Daventry, NN11 3SD. Tel: 01327 861903

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CADBURY EASTER EGG HUNT

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EASTER BONNET & EGG HUNT

Fri 14th - Mon 17th April, 10.00am - 4:00pm

Thurs 6th & Thurs 13th April, 1.10-2.10pm, 2.20-3.20pm & 3.30-4.30pm

Follow the trail of the brave knight as he finds his love whilst avoiding the witch and conquering the ferocious dragon. Brave heroes & heroines can claim their Cadbury chocolatey prize and finish on a happily ever after. £2.50 per hunt. Standard admission charges apply.

Stowe National Trust, Buckingham, MK18 5EQ Tel: 01280 817 156

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Get crafty at this Easter Craft Workshop. Children can make spring lambs, fluffy chicks and Easter baskets.

Sunday 16th April, 10.30am The Easter Bonnet Parade starts at 10.30am. Children are invited to bring their colourful, creative & themed bonnets to win a prize.

Booking essential. £2.50 per child

At 11am children can pick up a trail sheet and join the free Eggsplorer Trail, which will be followed by a chocolate hunt.

Abington Park Museum, Park Avenue South, Northampton, NN1 5LW Tel: 01604 837397

Daventry Country Park Visitor Centre, Northern Way, Daventry, NN11 2JB. Tel: 01327 871100

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Easter Activities jigsaw puzzle

Easter Sunday

16th April

easter egg hunt

The Easter Egg Hunt is an annual tradition for many families - our children look forward to it almost as much as Christmas! But keeping it fresh each year can be challenge, so here’s a great hunt idea that is a little different. You’ll need a few simple items:

2. Place 1-2 pieces of the made or bought puzzle in each plastic egg.

• Plain jigsaw puzzle (Amazon) or bought puzzle • Paint/Colouring Pens

3. Now the fun begins! Hide the eggs around your home and/ or garden. Then let your little one loose to find all the eggs.

• Plastic Eggs (craft shop) 1. If you’re drawing your own design onto a plain puzzle, do this first. You could make an Easter Bunny puzzle, or personalise it with your child’s name or hand/foot prints. Make sure that each piece of the puzzle has some part of the writing or picture on it. Let this dry and break up the puzzle.

4. When your little one returns with their eggs, pop open the eggs and have fun making the puzzle. The prize can be the jigsaw itself or you can give them an additional prize too. Have fun!

Craft courtesy of Mummy Blogger ‘Make The Best Of Everything’ www.makethebestofeverything.com

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2. Put 2 or 3 damp cotton wool balls into the egg shell.

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3. Sprinkle cress seeds on top of the cotton wool.

You’ll need a few simple items:

4. Leave them in a sunny spot and wait for them to grow.

• Washed egg shells (break them as near to the top as possible so you have a large egg shell to work with)

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Cress seeds Cotton wool Googly eyes and glue (optional) Egg box

5. If the cotton wool dries out add a little extra water.

(or something to stand the cress heads in)

1. Draw a character onto your egg shell. You can be as creative as you like. Use googly eyes and draw the mouth on with a pen.

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Sunday & Monday May 28th & 29th Entrance to show & gardens Adults - £7 Concession - £6.50 Child - (5-16) £1, Under 5 free Family (2 adults + 3 children) - £15

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Magic How yoga helps new mums to be healthy and happy. Yoga is amazing. It can deliver both physical and emotional benefits to anyone – and it is particularly beneficial for mothers in the weeks and months after giving birth.

Having a baby changes everything, from fluctuating hormones and a new sleep schedule to how you negotiate your new identity as a parent. Pregnancy and birth obviously take a toll on the mother’s body too, and it’s natural to want to get back into shape, the way we were before we had a baby. But that instinct isn’t always helpful our bodies are constantly in transition, so it may not be possible to return to exactly the way you were before. Having said that, you can certainly expect to be healthy, vital, and strong again.

How Yoga Helps Postnatal yoga classes give you the opportunity to use your body strongly and safely. The increased blood flow and deep breathing practiced in yoga will also help you to manage the stress of parenthood and help you to sleep more soundly. You can walk out feeling less pain (from carrying and nursing/feeding baby), and feeling more relaxed, nurtured and rested. Additionally, new mums meet others in the same phase of life and can receive and offer companionship, support and presence, which helps to relieve the isolation that many new mums experience. Most yoga classes don’t allow babies to tag along, however there are some, such as my Mums N Bubs classes, that recognise the huge benefit to be had by both mother and baby when they do yoga together. In my classes, babies are most definitely welcome - we keep the engagement between mum and baby throughout, so baby can cry, nurse, sleep, feed and even have their nappy changed.

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Cat-Cow Pose with Pelvic Floor Work The Cat-Cow is an easy pose you can incorporate into your day to help release stress from the spine and shoulders. It also helps you to regain strength in the pelvic floor, whilst engaging with your baby: • Get on your hands and knees.

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• Your back and neck should be relaxed and comfortable. • Exhaling, drop your chin into your neck while arching your spine like a cat Contract your pelvic floor. Hold. • Inhaling, lift your chin, lengthen your neck, and look at the ceiling while dropping your back down into the swayback position of a cow. Feel the bones of your pelvis spread open gently as you release the pelvic floor contraction. Rest.

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To Pacify or Not to Pacify? The Dummy Debate

By Dr Zareena Hyder, NHS GP and TV doctor on Channel 5’s GPs Dummies, also known as soothers or pacifiers, are artificial teats that parents typically give to their babies to suck on when they are crying or distressed. They are not a modern phenomenon. The use of dummies actually dates back thousands of years there are records of pacifiers made of silver, pearl, clay and sugar. (1) Thank goodness today we have tried and tested, hygienic choices at hand nowadays! Dummies divide opinion – some parents swear by them and others curse them. And it isn’t a clear-cut issue. Some studies have reported that dummies result in early weaning, increased rates of ear infections and dental problems. Other critics believe they interfere with the development of speech and sleeping routines. Yet, conversely, others cite the benefits seen with dummy use – such as calming little ones during painful procedures and helping babies to learn to sooth themselves and to be soothed without the need for a feed. There is even growing evidence that dummies may possibly be protective against sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). In my opinion, whether or not you should use a dummy is dependent on a number of factors but, most importantly, it hinges on the age of your child.

Newborn 0-2 months The use of a dummy would not usually be recommended with a newborn baby, especially whilst you are establishing breastfeeding, for three main reasons: 1. Nipple confusion - sucking and swallowing is a complex mechanism. We as adults take for granted the act of coordinating swallowing whilst breathing, to avoid choking on our food or drink, but it’s a skill that babies need to learn. So the less confusion with different shaped teats/nipples the better.

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2. Reduced motivation to breastfeed - let’s face it, breastfeeding can be hard to establish and maintain. It takes persistence and without early successes it can be demoralising. A hungry baby is a crying baby and whilst the use of a dummy at this early stage may stop baby crying for a while, it can make breastfeeding even harder and make it more tempting to give up. 3. Reduced bonding – with a baby under 2 months, it’s hard to tell if your baby is crying for a nappy change, colic, hunger or cuddles. The process of figuring out why your baby is crying and then trying to sooth them with cradling, cuddling, feeding or burping is all part of the bonding process and success gives the parent a great sense of satisfaction. Some say that a dummy is a “quickfix” that results in less bonding.

Infant 2-6 months By this time your baby will typically be wellestablished with breast or bottle feeds – and it’s not going to be long before weaning starts to be considered. Between the ages of 2 and 6 months, it is my personal opinion that if your baby is growing well and meeting the expected developmental milestones, then the occasional use of a dummy can be helpful for both the infant and their parents. At this stage, you are probably trying to get life into some sort of routine. You are also most likely very sleep-deprived, and a dummy may help with the odd moment here and there. When my children were little, I clearly recall giving a dummy to my son so I could focus on an important phone call - and he seemed to enjoy it! It is referred to as non-nutritional sucking. Sucking is a natural, automatic reflex babies have that can be seen in foetuses at the time of ultrasound scans in pregnancy. Dummies can also be beneficial as pain relievers during this period and can reduce the need for other pharmacological pain relief remedies. April-June 2017 Toddle About Northamptonshire 25

Infant 6-12 months If your baby is having chronic or recurrent middle ear infections (Otitis Media) at this age, there is some research that suggests that soothers could be at least partly to blame. This is thought to be because the prolonged sucking of a dummy may cause the Eustachian tube to be patent (open and unobstructed) for longer than it would normally be. This tube connects the middle ear to the upper throat at the back of the nasal cavity (nasopharynx) and if it is patent for too long, it could become more prone to infections. There have been a number of studies that have found this link, although there are several other causes of recurrent ear infections to consider such as parents/ carers who are smokers, admission into nursery school, recurrent upper respiratory tract infections, allergies and overgrown adenoids (lymphoid tissue that usually shrinks with age).

From 12 months Your baby’s first few teeth have usually erupted by this stage. With dentition there are a few problems with sucking a dummy beyond 12 months. One study(2) compared the teeth of children at 2 and 3 years old, and showed that there were significant differences in dental arch and occlusion characteristics (the position of the teeth in relation to top and bottom teeth at rest – where they occlude) between children still using dummies at 2 and 3 years, compared with those who had stopped using a dummy at 12 months. Another study (3) looked at children aged 2 to 5 years and also found significant differences in overject (top front teeth coming too far forward), openbite

(where the teeth of the top and bottom jaw don’t touch each other even when the mouth is closed) and crossbite (where the top and bottom teeth are not aligned when the mouth is closed). The study showed that as dummies were used for longer periods, the association between dummy use and openbite and crossbite got stronger. Having said this, pacifiers are probably better than thumb sucking. Partly because it is easier for the parent to control the sucking habit - it can be thrown away (I mean posted to the Dummy Fairy!) It is also less damaging to the development of teeth than thumb sucking. It is recommended that dummy sucking should stop before permanent teeth erupt.

Parental wellbeing and mental health Although there have been a number of studies as mentioned above looking into the harm dummies can cause, a dummy may be able to help a parent keep calm and focus on the task ahead. Many parents with new babies find the continuous or frequent crying of their baby distressing, and the first few months (or even years!) of parenthood can be extremely stressful for anyone. Postnatal depression and parental anxiety are both mental health issues, and if the use of a pacifier can play a small role in making life more manageable for a parent, this could well mean it is playing a protective role with regards to their mental health. For parents with other children, the relief that a pacifier might bring could also give them the space and time to better look after the baby’s siblings and give them some of the attention that they want and need.

CONCLUSION Dummies remain a controversial topic. There are clearly sound arguments both in support of, and against, their use – and in the absence of an obvious answer as to whether or not we should use a dummy, the decision becomes a personal one. As with so many things in life and parenthood, we need to weigh up the risks and benefits involved and make the decision that best meets our needs and the needs of our family. Hopefully this article has made that process a little easier and more informed!

Dr Zareena Hyder is an NHS GP and TV doctor on Channel 5’s GPs: Behind Closed Doors. To catch Dr Hyder and her team on TV, tune in to series 4 of GPs: Behind Closed Doors on Channel 5 at 8pm on Wednesdays or catch up on My5. @ZareenaHyder @channel5_tv #GPsBehindClosedDoors References and Useful Links www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles / www.NHS.uk/conditions/Otitis-media Levin S. A history of dummies. Nursing RSA 1990;5:17-20 2. Warren JJ et al. Effects of oral habits’ duration on dental characteristics in the primary dentition. J Am Dent Assoc. 2001;132:1685-93 3. Adair SM et al. Effects of current and former pacifier use on the dentition of 24-59-month-old children. Pediatr Dent. 1995; 17:437-44.

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www.toddle.club/warwickcastle There’s plenty going on at Warwick Castle this spring and summer with the launch of a new 3D augmented reality experience which will bring the fascinating history of The Kingmaker attraction to life. From the 27th May, hear the battle cry and the thunder of horses’ hooves as Wars of the Roses LIVE comes to Warwick Castle for 50 dates over the summer with jaw-dropping special effects and live horseback jousting battles. For more information, visit www.warwick-castle.com The icon tells you which advertisers have a voucher in the centre pages Terms and Conditions apply – see www.toddle.club/warwickcastle for details

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THE AWARD-WINNING FESTIVAL RETURNS

Just So Festival: 18-20 August 2017 Now in its 8th year and recently awarded Best Festival by the National Outdoor Events Association, Just So is an annual, intimate, weekend-long festival – an imaginative outdoor adventure dedicated solely to children and their families. Just So Festival enables families to step out of their day to day lives and into a wonderland of world class literature, arts, theatre, dance, music, comedy and creative pursuits. Underpinned by the Tribal Tournament, the most bonkers of competitions, it takes audiences to lands full of magical midnight feasts, curious creatures, raucous pillow fights, hidden retreats, top notch food and breathtaking beauty. There is so much to do at Just So. Here are just a few of the highlights: Explore the extraordinary Spellbound Forest and Woodland Theatre and experience the best new outdoor performances for families including circus antics, theatre, campfire tales and music. Adventure

into Tales of Animalia to encounter lands and creatures beyond your wildest dreams. Deep in the forest find an enchanting secret fairyland where you can meet the Fairy Queen. Head to the eccentric Village Green to meet some of the UK’s favourite children’s authors. Play in the Games Tent or do a spot of Maypole dancing and hone your circus skills. Dance like wild things to the outstanding line-up of over 20 brilliant artists and bands on the Footlights stage or dance the night away at the disco in Jitterbug. Go to The Peekaboo Garden for the best arts for the tiniest visitors - an entire area of innovative performances, activities and right royal facilities for 0-4s. Music, paint, clay, dens and bubbles, baby book club and baby bath time here ensure the littlies are well-catered for. For information and tickets visit

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Sing! Use pots, pans, lids & boxes

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The impact of the early years (birth to age five) on a child’s outcomes later in life is well documented. Early Years education is crucial in developing a range of skills including problem-solving abilities, creativity and physical skills as well as fostering a sense of well-being and discovery.

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Accepted theory is that taking music lessons as a child enhances brain function and structure. Children with musical training do better in language, reading, and maths and have better fine motor skills than their non-musical classmates. When exposure to music training begins before age seven, the brain enhancement that takes place can last a lifetime. Learning songs creates an understanding of the world around us and helps children to learn empathy and other life skills such as cooperation, patience, perseverance and respect.

Singing helps children to develop a musical ear and recognise high and low sounds. At Quinton House pupils from year 1 - 4 learn to play instruments too which helps with cognitive and spacial awareness outside the music classroom. 3. Clap along to songs and rhythms Clapping along to theme tunes on TV and other songs is a great way of engaging your child with music. Try playing a game where you clap a song or rhythm and they copy. Alternatively stamp your feet or even dance! 4. Play a broad range of music to your child By playing different types of music to your child they will start to realise that not all music sounds the same and can eventually start to select music to listen to depending on their mood.

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develop these valuable skills? 1. Enjoy making noise! Use pots and pans, lids and boxes to tap and hit along to rhymes, songs or even the radio. At Quinton House we enjoy following our heartbeat and listening to the sounds of the school. The reception class love to repeat rhythms and pulses using lots of tuned and untuned percussion, building the idea that we can look for patterns in our Literacy or Maths.

It’s always fun to try to sing and move like different animals – high, low, fast and slow. This will eventually lead to your child sharing their own ideas with you and a growing independence. Most of all, always have fun with music – it’s contagious! If you look like you’re having fun so will they. We believe that a solid grounding in music will benefit the whole child, increase confidence and feed the heart and soul.

Miss Jo Stone is the Head of Music at Quinton House School in Upton, Northampton. Quinton House is an independent, non-selective school for girls and boys aged 2 to 18, where specialist music teaching starts as early as Reception and pupils have the opportunity to participate in a number of musical activities. Established in 1946, the school is set in 31 acres of picturesque grounds. The continued success of pupils is a result of high aspirations, hard work, traditional values and a tailored programme of individualised learning. 36 April-June 2017 Toddle About

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Your local ‘What’s on Guide’ for families with bumps - 5s in Northampton, Daventry, Towcester and Brackley The Daily Activity Planner is your one stop shop for finding virtually any and all of the bump, baby & toddler groups and classes. Visit the Toddle About website at www.toddleabout.co.uk/directory/ then simply enter your postcode and the groups will be listed in order of distance from your home.

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Hardingstone Learning Bugs

11:15-12:00T at Hardingstone Village Hall, High Street NN4 6DA. For 21/2 - 5s, £5 per session (please book). £5 per session payable termly or £6 pay as you go.

Billing Active Baby Company Swimming

10:00-14:30T at ‘The Venue’, Billing Aquadrome NN3 9DA. Denise: 01604 826066; For 0 - 5s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term). Swimming classes for 3 months - 5 yrs.

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Collingtree Cha Char Chimps Show

10:00-11:00TH at Collingtree Village Hall, High Street NN4 0NQ. 07725 325003; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 (drop in). Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

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Dallington Camrose Early Years Centre

Family Language with Creche: 9:1511:15TH; (drop in). Camrose Community Toy Library: 12:00-14:30T; For 0 - 5s. Baby Time: 13:00-14:00T; For 0 - 1s, (drop in). Under 1s. Baby Massage: 13:30-14:30T; For 0s. Roundabout Club: 15:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 5s (drop in). at Camrose Early Years Centre NN5 7DF. 01604 585219. All FREE.

Hunsbury Parent & Tots Swim

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15:00-17:00T at Marriott Hotel, Eagle Drive NN4 7HW. 01295 709221; For 0 4s, £16 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Duston Boogie Beat Music and Movement Soft Zone

10:00-11:30T at Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue NN6 5EX. 01604 837600; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (please book).

Rhymetime

10:30-11:00T at Duston Childrens Centre, Duston Library , Pendle Road NN5 6DT. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Check session is on before attending.

Far Cotton GymBugs Sessions

10:00-14:45T at NCAAC Gymnastics, 56-58 Rothersthorpe Crescent NN4 8JD. 01604 859412; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Enjoy Bars, Beams and Bouncing.

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10:00-12:00T at Headlands Primary School, Bushland Road NN3 2NS. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 4s, £10.99 per session (book by 10week term). Results with respect, love and knowledge.

Junior Tennis Sessions

9:45-10:30T at St Lukes Community Centre, Main Road NN5 6JB. Sharon: 07812 494712; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per class (please book).

Harpole Kidz ‘n’ Co Mums and Tots

13:30-15:00T at Harpole Baptist Chapel, Nr the Turnpike Pub/ Restaurant NN7 4DD. Rosemary: 01604 588116; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in).

Headlands Aqualight Babies Swimming Class

13:30-14:00T at Dallington Lawn Tennis Club, Dallington Park Rd NN5 7AA. 07747 785344; For 2 - 5s, (book by term). qualified LTA coaches, classes for all ages.

Delapre Water Babies Classes

10:00-11:30TH at Harlestone Village Hall, Harlestone NN7. Janet: 01604 900847; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per child (drop in). 50p for extra siblings.

Grange Park Grange Park Parent and Toddlers Group

10:00-12:00T at Grange Park Community Centre, School Lane NN4 5FZ. For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per family (drop in). Welcoming Parents, Grandparents, Carers & Children.

Musical Minis

10:00-11:45T at The Pavilion, Foxfield Way NN4 5BE. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 5s, £5 per session (please book). Classes at 10am & 11am.

Talking Point

10:00-12:00T at 31 Swift Close. Marie: 07980 688526; For bump - 0s, FREE (drop in). For new & pregnant mums (babies up to 8 mths).

Great Houghton Gymnastics & Circus

10:00-13:45TH at Great Houghton Great Hall, High Street NN4 7AF. 07971 822009 / 01604 877577; For 1 - 5s, (please book). Monday class times: 10-10.45am & 1-1.45pm.

9:00-10:30T at Danes Camp Leisure Centre, Clannell Road NN4 0RX. 01604 837200; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book).

Musical Minis

9:45-10:30T at Camp Hill Community Centre, Dayrell Road NN4 9RR. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (please book).

Play & Learn Under 5s

10:30-11:30TH at Hunsbury Library, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. 01604 702691; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Little Kickers

14:00-16:45TH at The Abbey Centre, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. Antony: 01327 700153; For 1 - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes from 18 mths+.

Kingsthorpe St. Mark’s Parent & Tots Group

10:00-11:15T at St Marks Church Hall, St Mark’s Crescent NN2 8EG. Sue: 01604 947489; For 0 4s, £1.50 per child (drop in). 20p per extra child.

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Baby Ballet: 16:15-17:00T; For 3 - 4s. Junior Ballet: 17:00-17:45T; For 4 - 5s. at Oncore Dance Academy Studios, Footshape House NN2 6HT. 07971 824 759 or 07894 667 333. Please book. Imaginative & fun introduction to ballet.

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See everyone’s favourite kooky family in this musical comedy starring Samantha Womack (EastEnders), Les Dennis (Chicago, Hairspray) and Carrie Hope Fletcher (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang).

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Join Ben and Holly, and their friends on this exciting, magical, musical adventure packed full of games, songs and laughter. This beautiful story of elves, princesses and childhood innocence will delight all the family.

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Moulton Orca Swim School

9:30-14:00TH at Chris Moody Centre, Moulton College NN3 7RR. 07813 434740; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Fun new swimming classes.

Rhymetime

14:00-14:30TH at Moulton Library, Doves Lane NN3 7TA. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Northampton Centre Spring Lane Mums and Tots

9:15-10:15T at Spring Lane Primary NN1 2JW. For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in). Messy Play.

Mini Springers

10:00-11:30T at Springs Family Centre, 9 Tower Street NN1 2SN. Rachel: 07943 997443; For 0 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Craft & music.

Parklands Parklands Mums & Tots

Buggies in the Park

13:15-14:45T at Parklands Community Centre, Devon Way NN3 6DX. Sarah: 07841 391188; For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in).

Rushden RUSH2The DEN

10:00-12:00TH at Northampton Central Library, Abington Street NN1 2BA. 01604 462040; For 0s, FREE (drop in).

Breastfeeding Support

IAIM Infant Baby Massage by Leveta Lawson

11:00-12:00T at Northampton County Cricket Club, Abingdon Avenue NN1 4PR. Leveta: 07580 320228; For 0s, £12 per session (book by 5-week term).

Spinney Hill Sing and Sign Baby Signing

13:30-16:30TH at Busy Bees Nursery, Kettering Road NN3 6AA. Jenny: 07985 523113; For 0 - 1s, £6 per session (book by 10-week term). Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech!

Story Book Ballet

Weston Favell Boogie Cubz Dance Sessions

Chatterbox

9:30-10:30T at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, Billing Brook Road NN3 8JR. 01604 837300; For 1 - 5s, £3 per class (please book). Please book.

Mounts - Trilogy Leisure

10:30-11:00T at Weston Favell Library, Weston Favell Centre NN3 8JZ. 01604 413504; For 0 4s, FREE (drop in).

9:30-11:15T at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, 147-155 Kettering Road NN1 4BS. 01604 516809; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family. Tiddlers & Preschool Swimming Lessons: 11:45-12:45TH; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Call to confirm session times/days. Parents & Tots Swim Sessions: 14:00-15:30T; For 0 - 5s, per session (please book). Call centre for class age and times. at The Mounts Baths, Upper Mounts NN1 3DN. 01604 837400.

Story Stomp

Tuesday

Abington St Gregory’s Toddler Group

9:30-11:30T at St Gregory’s Catholic Church, Birchfield Road East NN3 2HS. 01604 713015; For 0 - 5s, £0.50 (drop in). Entrance in car park.

Musical Minis is a pre-school fun time music group for babies and toddlers. Each structered session encourages cognitive, physical and emotional development through the use of music, intruments and stories.

Classes in Hunsbury, Duston and Hackleton.

11:00-12:00TH at Starlight Fitness, Abington Park NN3 3HN. Helen: 07895 146392; For 0 - 1s, £5 per session (please book). Mother and baby fitness class.

Abington Library Craft Time

Interactive Play: 9:15-14:45TH; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (drop in). Music & Movement: 10:30-11:30TH; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (drop in). at RUSH2The DEN, 16 Fitzwilliam Street NN10 9YW. 07733 232821.

16:00-17:00T at Open Stage, 110 Whitworth Road NN1 4HJ. 07847 922542; For 2 - 4s, (book by 6-week term). Ages 2-4yrs.

Tots & Teddies

9:30-11:00T at Abington Parish Rooms, Corner of Ashburnham Road and Park Avenue North NN3 2HT. 07810 526993; For 0 - 4s, (drop in). Play, chat & sing-a-long.

ths 18 moenars -5y

14:15-14:45T at Abington Library, Lindsay Avenue NN3 2SJ. 0300 126 1000; For bump - 5s, FREE (please book).

Pre-Primary Ballet

16:00-16:45TH at Open Stage, 110 Whitworth Road NN1 4HJ. 07847 922542; For 4 - 6s, £14.50 (book by 4-week term). Pre-Primary Dance Classes for 4-6 year olds.

Billing Active Baby Company Swimming

9:30-12:30T at ‘The Venue’, Billing Aquadrome NN3 9DA. Denise: 01604 826066; For 0 - 5s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term). Swimming classes for 3months - 5 yrs.

Dallington Camrose Early Years Centre

Speech & Language Therapy: 9:00-16:00T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (please book). Appointment only. Lunch Club: 11:30-12:30T; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (please book). Book with reception. Camrose Community Toy Library: 12:0015:30T; For 0 - 5s, FREE. Stay & Play Drop-in: 12:30-14:45T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call centre for dates & to book. Roundabout Club: 15:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). at Camrose Early Years Centre NN5 7DF. 01604 585219.

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TODDLER • GYMNASTICS • CIRCUS • BALLET • DANCE

Book your little one’s Birthday Party with us! For more information contact Leena Thakker leenathakker@musicalminis.co.uk Tel: 01296 738652

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9:30-11:00T at Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue NN6 5EX. 01604 837600; For 1 - 5s, £3 per session (please book).

Baby Bounce and Soft Play

Hartbeeps offers original music & sensory play classes for babies & children in Northampton, Rushden, Wymington & Kettering. Contact Amy on 07775 877093 or amy@hartbeeps.com

www.hartbeeps.com

10:00-11:00TH at Duston Library, Pendle Road NN5 6DT. 0300 126 1000; For 0 1s, FREE. Call before attending.

East Hunsbury IAIM Infant Baby Massage with Leveta Lawson

11:30-12:30T at Hunsbury Library, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. Leveta: 07580 320228; For bump - 0s, £12 per session (book by 5-week term).

Far Cotton GymBugs Sessions

10:00-14:45T at NCAAC Gymnastics, 56-58 Rothersthorpe Crescent NN4 8JD. 01604 859412; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Enjoy Bars, Beams and Bouncing.

Hunsbury Hunsbury Library

Hunsbury Library Rhymetime: 10:30-11:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call to check sessions. Play & Learn Under 1s (Hunsbury Library): 14:00-15:00TH; For 0 - 12m, FREE (drop in). at Hunsbury Library, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. 0300 126 1000.

Kings Heath Northamptonshire Toy Library

9:30-16:00TH at 4 Park Square, Kings Heath NN5 7LQ. 07843 642320; For 0 - 5s. Annual Fee £12 per family p/year, plus hire charges.

Kingsley Park Kingsley Park Mums & Tots

Play & Learn Under 5s

10:30-11:30TH at Kingsthorpe Library, Welford Road NN2 6AG. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Aqualight Babies Classes

15:30-18:00T at Fairfields School, Trinity Avenue NN2 6JN. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 5s, £10.99 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love and knowledge.

Moulton Sing and Sign Baby Signing

9:30-11:30TH at Moulton Village Hall NN3 7SD. 07985 523113; For 0 - 1s, £6 per session (book by 10-week term). Stage 1: 10.30am & Stage 2: 9.30am.

Northampton Centre Aqualight Babies Swimming Class

16:15-18:15T at DW Sport, St. James Retail Park NN1 1EE. Emie: 01604 830405; For 3 - 5s, £10.99 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love and knowledge.

Preschool Swimming Lessons

13:30-15:00T at Kingsley Park Methodist Church, Milton St NN2 7JF. For 0 - 5s, (drop in).

10:00-13:00TH at The Mounts Baths, Upper Mounts NN1 3DN. 01604 837400; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Call to confirm times/days.

9:15-11:15T at Grange Park Community Centre, School Lane. For 0 - 3s, £2.50 per family. Inc breakfast.Every 2nd & 4th week.

18:00-21:00TH at Heathers Tea Room, 86 Kingsley Park Terrace NN2 7HE. 01604 717648; FREE (drop in). Bring crafts, make friends, have fun.

9:30-11:30T at The Kairos Centre, Wilks Walk NN4 5DW. FREE (drop in). 1st Tues of month.

Kingsthorpe Twins and More Northants

10:00-12:00T at St Giles Church Centre, St Giles Terrace NN1 2BN. Sue: 01604 230360; For 0 4s, £0.50 per family (drop in). Crafts & play.

Grange Park Stepping Stones

Grange Park Health Clinic

Headlands Aqualight Babies Swimming Class

10:00-12:00T at Headlands Primary School, Bushland Road NN3 2NS. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 4s, £10.99 per session (book by 10week term). Teaching with respect, love and knowledge.

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Craft Night at Heathers Tea Room

St Giles Toddle In

Northampton Bounce and Rhyme

9:30-11:00T at Held at Thorplands Childrens Centre, Farmfield Court NN3 8AQ. For bump 5s, FREE (drop in).

11:00-11:30TH at Northamptonshire Central Library, Abington Street NN1 2BA. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). For babies and non walkers.

10:00-10:45T at Oncore Dance Academy Studios, Footshape House NN2 6HT. 07971 824 759 or 07894 667 333; For 18m - 3s, £5 (book by term). Baby movement dance classes.

9:15-14:45TH at RUSH 2The DEN, 16 Fitzwilliam Street NN10 9YW. 07733 232821; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (drop in).

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Earls Barton Play & Learn

Spinney Hill Hartbeeps Music & Sensory Play

10:30-12:00TH at Earls Barton Library, Broad Street NN6 0ND. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-10:45T at Busy Bees, Kettering Road NN3 6AA. Amy: 07775 877093; For 0 - 5s, £6 per class (drop in). BIG fun and stimulating music/play classes.

Far Cotton GymBugs

Upton Sing and Sign Baby Signing

GymBugs Sessions: 10:00-14:45T; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Enjoy Bars, Beams and Bouncing. Holiday Wacky Wednesdays: 10:0015:00H; For 0 - 5s, £5 per child (drop in). Play on the gymnastics equipment, 10am-12pm or 1-3pm. at NCAAC Gymnastics, 56-58 Rothersthorpe Crescent NN4 8JD. 01604 859412.

13:00-15:00TH at The Elgar Center, 1A High Street NN5 4EN. 07985 523113; For 0 - 1s, £6 per session (book by 10-week term). Babes at 1pm & Stage 1 at 2pm.

Weston Favell Lings - Trilogy Leisure

Far Cotton Rhymetime

Soft Zone: 10:00-11:30TH; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (please book). Tiddler & Pre-school Swimming Lessons: 10:30-11:30T; For 0 - 5s. Call centre for class ages and times. at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, Billing Brook Road NN3 8JR. 01604 837300.

Tiny Tots Tennis

10:00-10:45T at Northampton County Lawn Tennis Club, 54b Church Way NN3 3BX. Laura: 07766557122; For 2 5s, £5. Fun introduction to tennis!

10:30-11:00TH at Far Cotton Library, REC Centre, Towcester Road NN4 8LG. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Call before attending.

Play & Learn for Under 5s

First session FREE with this advert Fees are £5 per session payable termly

Play & Learn Under 1s

Wootton Wootton Tots

Great Houghton Dexterity Dance

9:30-11:30T at Wootton Trinity Church Hall, High Street NN4 6LP. For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per family (drop in). Variety of toys,baby area,crafts,snack & singing.

Rhythmic Gymnastics: 16:0017:00TH; For 3 - 6s, (please book). Ballet: 17:15-18:00TH; For 3 - 7s, (please book). at Great Houghton Great Hall, High Street NN4 7AF. 07971 822009 / 01604 877577.

Boogie Beanies

10:00-11:00TH at Wootton Community Centre, Curtlee Hill NN4 6ED. Amanda: 0776 673 1542; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). Entertainment show & cake!

Hardingstone Sing and Sign Baby Signing

Wednesday

13:30-15:30TH at Hardingstone Village Hall, High street NN4 6DA. 07985 523113; For 0 - 1s, £6 per session (book by 10-week term). Classes at 1.30 & 2.30pm.

Abington Multi Sensory Hoo Ha!

Headlands Headlands Parent and Toddler Group

10:30-11:15T at Open Stage, 110 Whitworth Road NN1 4HJ. 07847 922542; For 0 - 1s, (book by term). Sensory toys, lights, puppets & live music!

Billing Active Baby Swimming

Dallington Camrose Early Years Centre

Camrose Community Toy Library: 9:00-13:00T; For 0 - 5s, FREE. Stay & Play Drop-in: 9:15-11:15T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call centre for dates & to book. 1,2,3 Magic!: 13:00-15:00T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (please book). Help to deal with a child’s behaviour. Book with reception. Roundabout Club: 15:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). at Camrose Early Years Centre NN5 7DF. 01604 585219.

Junior Tennis Sessions for 2-5yrs

13:30-14:15T at Dallington Lawn Tennis Club, Dallington Park Rd NN5 7AA. 07747 785344; For 2 - 5s, (book by term). Qualified LTA coaches, classes for all ages.

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Grange Park Tumble Tots

9:30-13:30T at Grange Park Community Centre, School Lane NN4 5FZ. Chantel: 07814 884 948; For 0 - 5s, £6.50 per class (please book). Structured play from walking - school age.

10:30-11:30TH at Weston Favell Library, Weston Favell Centre NN3 8JZ. 01604 413504; For 0s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-11:30T at ‘The Venue’, Billing Aquadrome NN3 9DA. Denise: 01604 826066; For 0 - 5s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term). Swimming classes for 3 months - 5 yrs.

11:00-12:00TH at Far Cotton Library, REC Centre NN4 8LG. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Duston Sticky Fingers

9:00-11:00T at Little Pickle Coffee Shop, St Crispin’s Retail Village NN5 4XB. Carol: 07871 196265; For 1 - 4s, FREE (drop in). A craft session for toddlers & pre-schoolers.

Baby and Toddler Group

9:30-10:30TH at 4-6 Bordeaux Close NN5 6YR. 01604 580334; For 0 - 4s.

Duston - Trilogy Leisure

Soft Zone: 10:00-11:30T; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (please book). Call centre to book. Boogie Cubz Dance Classes: 11:00-12:00T; For 1 - 5s, £3 per session (please book). Call centre for class age and times. at Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue NN6 5EX. 01604 837600.

Cha Char Chimps Entertainment Show

10:00-11:00TH at St Luke’s Centre, Duston NN5 6JB. 07725 325003; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 (drop in).

9:00-11:00T at Headlands Lower School, Bushland Road NN3 2NS. Julie: 01604 413462; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Snacks & loads of activities - all welcome!

Aqualight Babies Class

10:00-12:00T at Headlands Primary School, Bushland Road NN3 2NS. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 4s, £10.99 per session (book by 10week term). Teaching with respect, love and knowledge.

Hunsbury The Abbey Centre Toddler Group

9:30-11:30T at Abbey Centre Baptist Church, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. Shirley: 07503 182564; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per session (drop in). 1st & 3rd Weds of month.

Hunsbury Library Rhymetime

10:30-11:00TH at Hunsbury Library, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Please call to check sessions.

Kingsthorpe Reynard Way Mums n Tots

9:30-11:00T at Reynard Way Church, 172 Reynard Way NN2 8QY. Julia: 01604 846 227; For 0 - 5s, £0.50 per person (drop in).

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Monday 10:00 - 10:45 (2-3yrs) 11:00 - 11:45 (under 2’s) 13:00 - 13:45 (3-4yrs) 14:00 - 14:45 (3-4yrs)

• Free play classes for under 3’s. • Structured classes for 3-4yrs. • Learn to improve on agility, balance and coordination using a variety of gymnastics equipment.

Tues & Weds 10:00 - 10:45 (2-3yrs) 11:00 - 11:45 (3-4yrs) 13:00 - 13:45 (3-4yrs) 14:00 - 14:45 (3-4yrs)

• Partake in our very own GymBugs award scheme which is closely linked to our after-school badges. • All classes led by Qualified pre-school gymnastics coaches.

Thursday

• Opportunity to move into after school classes when child starts full time education.

10:00 - 10:45 (2-3yrs) 11:00 - 11:45 (3-4yrs)

Wacky Wednesday Join us on Wednesdays during school holidays and play with our equipment! Drop in 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm: £5 p/c. For under 5s.

To book a place, please ring 01604 660 585 www.ncaacgymnastics.com We look forward to seeing you! 56-58 Rothersthorpe Crescent, Rothersthorpe Trading Estate, Northampton, NN4 8JD.

NCT Hardingstone Tots

10:00-11:30TH at Hardingstone Village Hall, High Street NN4 6DA. northampton@nct.org. uk; For bump - 1s, £1 per person (donation). Check www.fb.com/hardingstonemumsandtots for dates.

Aqualight Babies Swimming Class 13:15-15:15T at The Beehive, Harborough Road NN2 8LR. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 1s, £10.99 per class (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love and knowledge.

Junior Street Dance

Northampton Central Library

Rhymetime - Toddle Time: 11:00-11:30TH; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Play & Learn Under 5s: 11:30-12:30TH; For 0 5s, FREE (drop in). at Northamptonshire Central Library, Abington Street NN1 2BA. 0300 126 1000.

Water Babies Swimming Classes

13:30-14:30T at DW Sports, St James Retail Park NN1 1EE. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £16 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Bromford Housing Drop-in

17:00-18:30T at Oncore Dance Academy Studios, Footshape House NN2 6HT. 07971 824 759 or 07894 667 333; For 4 - 5s, (please book). Junior 1 @ 5pm / Junior 2 @ 5.45pm.

14:00-16:00TH at Vernon Terrace Children’s Centre, Vernon Terrace NN1 5HE. 01604 633894; For bump - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Moulton Orca Swim School

Rushden Stay N Play

10:30-15:00TH at Chris Moody Centre, Moulton College NN3 7RR. 07813 434740; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Fun new swimming classes.

9:15-14:45TH at RUSH 2The DEN, 16 Fitzwilliam Street NN10 9YW. 07733 232821; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (drop in).

Northampton Centre Aqualight Babies Swimming Class

Spratton Spratton C of E Primary School Parent & Toddler Group

16:15-18:15T at DW Sport, St. James Retail Park NN1 1EE. Emie: 01604 830405; For 3 - 5s, £10.99 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love and knowledge.

Mounts - Trilogy Leisure

10:00-11:30T at Spratton CofE Primary School, School Road NN6 8HY. 01604 846530; For 0 - 5s, £0.50 per session (drop in). Sing-along, games and refreshments.

Tiddlers & Preschool Swimming Lessons: 9:15-14:00TH; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Call to confirm session times/days. Parents & Tots Swim Sessions: 14:00-16:00T; For 0 - 5s, per session (please book). Call centre for class age and times. at The Mounts Baths, Upper Mounts NN1 3DN. 01604 837400.

St James Toddler Zone

9:30-11:15T at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, 147-155 Kettering Road NN1 4BS. 01604 516809; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family.

10:00-12:00T at The Elgar Centre, High Street NN5 4EN. 07931 436852; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 (drop in). Toys,crafts,stories & songs.

Chatterbox

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9:30-11:00T at Gospel Hall, Spencer Bridge Road NN5 7DP. Gill: 07749 520588; For 0 - 4s, FREE (donation). Toys, activities, baby area, ride-on toys.

Upton Upton Tots

In the Water

Music & Singing

Physical Fun

Weston Favell Tots Group

10:00-11:30T at The Salvation Army, Penistone Road NN3 8EZ. 01604 404891; For 0 - 5s, (drop in).

Emmanuel Family Tots

10:00-11:30TH at Emmanuel Church, Weston Favell Centre NN3 8JZ. 01604 414453; For 0 - 5s, £1.

Lings - Trilogy Leisure

Gym Mini Cubz: 10:00-11:45T; For 1 - 4s, £3 per session (please book). Various class times/ages. Preschool Gymnastic: 12:00-12:45T; For 3 - 4s, (please book). at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, Billing Brook Road NN3 8JR. 01604 837 300.

Weston Favell Library

Rhymetime: 10:30-11:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Rhymes and songs for young children. Bounce & Rhyme: 11:15-11:45TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE. Babies-non walkers. at Weston Favell Library, Weston Favell Centre NN3 8JZ. 0300 126 1000.

Tiny Tots Tennis

13:00-13:45T at Northampton County Lawn Tennis Club, 54b Church Way NN3 3BX. Laura: 07766557122; For 2 - 5s, £5. Fun introduction to tennis!

Thursday Abington Abington Library

Play and Learn for Under 1s: 10:00-10:30TH; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). Bounce and Rhyme: 10:35-11:00T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). at Abington Library, Lindsay Avenue NN3 2SJ. 0300 126 1000.

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Buggies in the Park

11:00-12:00TH at Starlight Fitness, Abington Park NN3 3HN. Helen: 07895 146392; For 0 - 1s, £5 per session (please book). Mother and baby fitness class.

Toddlers

Multi-Sensory Hoo-Ha! Baby sensory sessions for newborns to crawlers

Northampton

Wednesdays & Fridays 10.45am

Songs, actions, bubbles, sensory toys & a live musician

Grange Park Tumble Tots

9:30-12:15TH at Foxfield Pavilion, Grange Park NN4 5BE. Chantel: 07814 884 948; For 0 - 5s, £6.50 per class (please book). Structured play from walking - school age.

Booking is essential: 07847 922542 openstage@rocketmail.com 13:15-15:00T at Park Avenue Hunsbury Methodist Church, Park Avenue Danes Camp - Trilogy Play and Learn Crafts Under 5’s North NN3 2HT. 01604 633436; For 0 - 4s, £1 10:00-10:45T at Duston Library , Pendle Road per child (drop in). Leisure NN5 6DT. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 4s, FREE Parent & Tots Swim: 9:00-10:30T; For 0 - 5s, Aqualight Babies Swimming Class (please book). £4.50 per session (please book). 16:00-18:00T at Barry Road School Baths, Barry Pre-school Gymnastics: 9:15-12:30T; For 1 - 4s, Little Bundles Road NN1 5JS. Emie: 01604 830405; For 4 - 5s, £4 (please book). Call to to confirm times & 10:00-11:00TH at St Francis Church, Eastfield £10.99 per session (book by 10-week term). book, different class times for ages. Road NN5 6TQ. Carol: 07871 196265; For 0 - 5s, Teaching with respect, love & knowledge. Tiddler & Preschool Swim Lessons: 16:00FREE (drop in). Coffee, cake, chat & advice for 17:00T; For 0 - 5s, per class (book by term). Call Billing new mums. centre for class age and times. Active Baby Company Swimming Hartbeeps Music & Sensory Play at Danes Camp Leisure Centre, Clannell Road 13:00-14:30T at ‘The Venue’, Billing NN4 0RX. 01604 837200. Classes Aquadrome NN3 9DA. Denise: 01604 826066; 10:00-12:45T at Duston Community Centre, For 0 - 5s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term). Kings Heath Pendle Road NN5 6DT. Amy: 07775 877093; Swimming classes for 3months - 5 yrs. Northamptonshire Toy Library For 0 - 5s, £6 per class (drop in). BIG fun and 9:30-16:00TH at 4 Park Square, Kings Heath stimulating music/play classes. Dallington NN5 7LQ. 07843 642320; For 0 - 5s. Annual Boogie Beat Music & Movement St Luke’s Stay and Play Fee £12 per family p/year for m/ship, plus hire 9:45-10:30T at Camrose Early Years Centre, 14:00-15:15T at St Luke’s CEVA School, St. charges. Tenby Road NN5 7DF. Sharon: 07812 494712; Crispins Drive NN5 4BL. 01604 592008; For For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per class (please book). 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Fun games & Kingsthorpe sing alongs. Camrose Early Years Centre Aqualight Babies Swimming Class Healthy Eating for Families: 13:00-15:00T; For 9:30-12:30T at The Beehive, Harborough Road Earls Barton 0 - 5s, FREE (please book). NN2 8LR. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 1s, Play & Learn for Under 1s Roundabout Club: 15:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 5s, £10.99 per class (book by 10-week term). 14:00-15:00TH at Earls Barton Library, Broad FREE (drop in). Teaching with respect, love and knowledge. Street NN6 0ND. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 1s, at Camrose Children’s Centres NN5 7DF. Story Stomp FREE (drop in). 01604 585219. 14:30-15:00TH at Kingsthorpe Library, Welford Far Cotton Road NN2 6AG. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE Duston (drop in). GymBugs Sessions Lyncrest Tots 10:00-11:45T at NCAAC Gymnastics, 56-58 9:00-10:30T at Lyncrest Primary School, Northampton Homebirth Group Rothersthorpe Crescent NN4 8JD. 01604 Lyncrest Avenue NN5 5PE. 01604 751336; For 19:30-21:30T at Whitehills Nursery School, 859412; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Enjoy Bars, 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Tots and carers Acre Lane NN2 8DF. Kelly: 01604 820855; For Beams and Bouncing. group. Everyone welcome! bump, FREE (drop in). Discuss home birth options with midwives.

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Toddle Inn

10:00-15:00T at Carey Baptist Church, 34 West Street NN3 7SB. For 0 - 4s, £0.70 per family (drop in). 10.00 11.30am & 1.30 - 3.00pm.

Northampton Centre Spring Lane Mums and Tots 9:00-10:00T at Spring Lane Primary NN1 2JW. For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in).

Castle Hill URC Tots Group

10:00-12:00T at Castle Hill United Reform Church, Doddridge Street NN1 2RN. 07708298135; For 0 - 4s, £1 per child (drop in).

TINY TOTS TENNIS Come join the FUN learn about the game and develop fundamental skills aimed at 2 ½-5 years.

Tuesday: 10-10.45am Wednesday & Friday: 1-1.45pm (term time). Limited spaces available. To book, please contact:

Laura Mineards: 07766 557 122

Northampton County Lawn Tennis Club, 54b Church Way, Weston Favell, Northampton.

lauramineards@yahoo.co.uk

Parents & Tots Swim Sessions

Hardingstone Cha Char Chimps Show

10:00-11:00TH at The Village Hall, High Street NN4 6DA. 07725 325003; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 (drop in).

Sing and Sign Baby Signing

Tiddler & Preschool Swim Lessons: 9:00-11:00T; For 0 - 5s, per class (book by term). Call for ages/times. Soft Zone Sessions: 10:00-11:30T; For 0 - 4s, £4 per session (please book). £3 for members. at Danes Camp Leisure Centre, Clannell Rd NN4 0RX. 01604 837200.

11:30-12:30TH at Northamptonshire Central Library, Abington Street NN1 2BA. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 12mths, (drop in). Under 1s.

Rushden RUSH2The DEN

Little Kickers

Sensory Play: 9:15-14:45TH; For bump - 5s, FREE (drop in). Crafty Fingers: 9:15-14:45TH; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (drop in). at RUSH 2The DEN, 16 Fitzwilliam Street NN10 9YW. 07733 232821.

Blackthorn Breastfeedings, Bumps and a Biscuit

Spinney Hill Little Fishes Tots Group

13:30-14:45T at St Albans Church Hall, Entrance on Mayfield Road NN3 2RA. For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per child (drop in). £1.50 per child,siblings 50p. First session free.

Upton NCT Bumps and Babies

9:30-12:00TH at The Elgar Centre, Upton NN5 4EN. For bump - 1s, (donation). 2nd & 4th Thurs.

Weston Favell Jumpin’ Cubz Trampoline Sessions

9:30-11:00T at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, Billing Brook Road NN3 8JR. 01604 837300; For 1 - 5s, £3 per session (please book).

Play & Learn Under 5s

10:30-11:30TH at Weston Favell Library, Weston Favell Centre NN3 8JZ. 01604 413504; For 0 - 5s, (drop in).

Friday Abington Open Stage - Drama, Dance, Baby Sensory & Musical Theatre

Great Big Noise!: 9:20-10:00T; For 2 - 4s, per class (book by term). Follow a story,dance,sing,play instruments. Multi Sensory Hoo Ha!: 10:30-11:15T; For 0 1s, (book by term). Sensory toys, lights, puppets & live music! at Open Stage, 110 Whitworth Road NN1 4HJ. 07847 922542.

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10:00-10:45TH at Great Houghton Great Hall, High Street NN4 7AF. 07971 822009 / 01604 877577; For 1 - 5s, (please book).

Hunsbury Danes Camp - Trilogy Leisure

Play & Learn Under 1s

14:15-14:45TH at Abington Library, Lindsay Avenue NN3 2SJ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Great Houghton Gymnastics & Circus

13:30-15:30TH at Hardingstone Village Hall, High street NN4 6DA. 07985 523113; For 0 - 1s, £6 per session (book by 10-week term). Classes at 1.30 & 2.30pm.

11:00-13:00T at The Mounts Baths, Upper Mounts NN1 3DN. 01604 837400; For 0 - 5s, per session (please book). Call centre for class age and times.

Abington Library Rhymetime

Earls Barton Earls Barton Rhymetime

14:30-15:00TH at Earls Barton Library, Broad Street NN6 0ND. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Check session is on before attending.

11:30-12:30T at Blackthorn Children’s Centre, Longmead Court NN3 8QD. 01604 413504; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

Collingtree Active Baby Company Swimming 13:00-14:30T at Hilton Hotel, 100 Watering Lane NN4 0XW. Denise: 01604 826066; For 0 - 5s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term). Swimming classes for 8/10 weeks old - 5 yrs.

Dallington Camrose Early Years Centre

Music to Develop Communication: 9:1511:15T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (please book). Roundabout Club: 15:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). at Camrose Early Years Centre NN5 7DF. 01604 585219.

Delapre Water Babies Swimming Classes

10:00-13:30T at Marriott Hotel, Eagle Drive NN4 7HW. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £16 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Duston Duston - Trilogy Leisure

Gym Mini Cubz: 9:15-12:30T; For 1 - 5s, £3 per session (please book). Call centre for class age and times. Soft Zone: 13:15-14:45T; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (please book). at Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue NN6 5EX. 01604 837600.

Musical Minis

9:45-10:30T at Duston Community Centre, Pendle Road NN5 6DT. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (please book).

Bibles and Bubbles

10:00-12:00TH at Various locations. Carol: 07871 196265; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Bible stories/discussion for adults/children.

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Physical Fun

9:10-12:30TH at The Abbey Centre, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. Antony: 01327 700153; For 18m - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes.

Hunsbury Rhymetime

10:30-11:00TH at Hunsbury Library, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Please call to check sessions.

Kings Heath Sing and Sign Baby Signing

10:00-12:15TH at Hullabaloo Play and Party Centre, Gladstone Rd NN5 7QA. 07985 523113; For 0 - 1s, £6 per session (book by 10-week term). Baby Signing classes for 0 - 18 months.

Kingsthorpe Kingsthorpe Library

Rhymetime Toddle Time: 10:15-10:45TH; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Rhymetime Bounce and Rhyme: 11:0011:30TH; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). For nonwalkers. at Kingsthorpe Library, Welford Road NN2 6AG. 0300 126 1000.

Aqualight Babies Swimming Class

15:30-17:00T at Fairfields School, Trinity Avenue NN2 6JN. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 5s, £10.99 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love and knowledge.

Northampton Centre Spring Lane Mums and Tots

9:15-10:15T at Spring Lane Primary NN1 2JW. For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in). Messy Play on Fridays.

Chatterbox

9:30-11:15T at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, 147-155 Kettering Road NN1 4BS. 01604 516809; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family.

Mounts - Trilogy Leisure

Parents & Tots Swim Sessions: 10:00-15:30T; For 0 - 5s, per session (please book). Call centre for class age and times. Tiddlers & Preschool Swimming Lessons: 11:30-14:00TH; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Call to confirm session times/days. at The Mounts Baths, Upper Mounts NN1 3DN. 01604 837400.

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Moulton Talking Point

10:00-12:00TH at 22 Carr Road, Moulton NN3 7AY. Jyoti & Angie: 07816 484851; For bump - 2s, FREE (drop in). For new parents to meet & chat over tea.

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Rushden RUSH2The DEN

Soft Play: 9:15-14:45TH; For bump - 5s, £3 per session (drop in). Storytime: 9:15-14:45TH; For 1 5s, FREE per session (drop in). at RUSH 2The DEN, 16 Fitzwilliam Street NN10 9YW. 07733 232821.

Weston Favell Tiny Tots Tennis

13:00-13:45T at Northampton County Lawn Tennis Club, 54b Church Way NN3 3BX. Laura: 07766557122; For 2 - 5s, £5. Fun introduction to tennis!

Aqualight Babies Swimming Class

9:00-12:00T at The Beehive, Harborough Road NN2 8LR. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 1s, £10.99 per class (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love and knowledge.

Play & Learn Under 5s

10:00-11:00TH at Kingsthorpe Library, Welford Road NN2 6AG. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Northampton / Daventry / Rugby Call Antony & Lynne 01327 700153 lnewbould@littlekickers.co.uk www.littlekickers.co.uk

Moulton Water Babies Swimming Classes

8:30-10:30T at Gate 4, The Chris Moody Centre, Pitsford Road, Moulton College NN3 7QL. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £16 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Wootton Wootton Tots

10:00-12:00T at Wootton Trinity Church Hall, High Street NN4 6LP. For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per family (drop in). Variety of toys, baby area, crafts, snack & singing.

Mini Makers

11:00-14:00TH at Moulton Library, Doves Lane NN3 7TA. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Craft sessions.

Northampton Centre Kids Run Free Race Event & Fun Days

Saturday Abington Open Stage - Drama, Dance, Baby Sensory & Musical Theatre

Pre-Primary Ballet: 9:30-10:15TH; For 4 - 5s, £14.50 (book by 4-week term). Pre-Primary Dance Classes for 4-6 year olds. Open Stage Juniors: 12:1513:15T; For 5s, £17.50 (book by 4-week term). Fun Musical Theatre for 5-10 yrs. at Open Stage, 110 Whitworth Road NN1 4HJ. 07847 922542.

8:45-10:30TH at Racecource Kettering Road NN1 4LG. 07711 349 592; For 0 - 5s, FREE (please book). 1st Sat of mth. Enter at kidsrunfree.co.uk.

Open Stage - Drama, Dance, Baby Sensory & Musical Theatre

Fun football training for children 18 months - 7 years

Fun pre-school classes

Storystomp

11:30-12:00TH at Abington Library, Lindsay Avenue NN3 2SJ. 0300 126 1000; For 1 - 5s, FREE.

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Ages 2-4

Little Stars Ballet, Tap & Modern Dance: 8:45-9:30T; For 2 - 4s, (book by 4-week term). Dancing, Singing and Having Fun! Street Pop: 10:15-10:45TH; For 4 - 10s, £11 (book by 4-week term). Street pop dance classes. at Open Stage, 110 Whitworth Road NN1 4HJ. 07847 922542.

Story Book Ballet, Great Big Noise, Tiddlers & Preschool Little Stars, Street Pop, Ballet, Swimming Lessons 13:00-17:00TH at The Mounts Baths, Tap & Modern Theatre Dance

Upper Mounts NN1 3DN. 01604 837400; 14:30-16:30T at Barry Road School Booking is essential: 07847 922542 openstage@rocketmail.com For 0 - 5s, (please book). Call to confirm Baths, Barry Road NN1 5JS. Emie: session times/days. 01604 830405; For 4 - 5s, £10.99 Headlands Rushden per session (book by 10-week term). Aqualight Babies Swimming Class Teaching with respect, love & knowledge. Dads Stay N Play 10:00-12:00T at Headlands Primary School, 10:30-12:00TH at RUSH 2The DEN, 16 Bushland Road NN3 2NS. Emie: 01604 830405; Duston Fitzwilliam Street NN10 9YW. 07733 232821; For 0 - 4s, £10.99 per session (book by 10Rugbytots For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (drop in). 1st week term). Teaching with respect, love and 9:00-10:25TH at Duston School, Berrywood Saturday of each month. knowledge. Road NN5 6XA. 0345 313 0790; For 2 - 7s, £7 Weston Favell per child (book by term). Hunsbury

Who Let the Dads Out?

9:30-11:00T at St Lukes Community Centre, Corner of Millway and Main Road NN5 6JB. 01604 948255; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family. 2nd Saturday of the month.

Rhymetime

10:30-11:00T at Duston Childrens Centre, Duston Library , Pendle Road NN5 6DT. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Check session is on before attending.

Great Houghton Dexterity Dance

Start 2 Dance: 9:15-10:00TH; For 1 - 2s, (please book). Under 3 years. Street Dance: 10:00-10:45TH; For 4 - 7s, (please book). at Great Houghton Great Hall, High Street NN4 7AF. 07971 822009 / 01604 877577.

Hardingstone IAIM Infant Baby Massage with Leveta Lawson

11:00-12:00T at Northampton High School, Newport Pagnell Road NN4 6UU. Leveta: 07580 320228; For 0s, £12 per session (book by 5-week term).

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Play & Learn Under 5’s

10:30-11:30TH at Hunsbury Library, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. 01604 702691; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Kingsthorpe Aqualight Babies Swimming Class

8:00-13:30T at Fairfields School, Trinity Avenue NN2 6JN. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 5s, £10.99 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love and knowledge.

Oncore Dance Academy

Melody Movement: 9:00-9:45T; For 1 - 3s, (please book). Develop creativity, co-ordination. Baby Ballet: 9:00-9:45T; For 3 - 4s, (please book). Imaginative & fun introduction to ballet. Junior Ballet: 9:45-10:30T; For 4 - 5s, (please book). Imaginative & fun introduction to ballet. Tip Tap Toe Beginners Tap Dance Classes: 10:30-11:15T; For 4 - 5s, (please book). Introduction to tap dance; basic, funky & fun. Junior Street Dance: 11:15-12:00T; For 4 - 5s, (please book). Junior 1 @ 5pm / Junior 2 @ 5.45pm. at Oncore Dance Academy Studios, Footshape House NN2 6HT. 07971 824 759 or 07894 667 333.

Soccer Cubz Football Classes

9:00-11:45T at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, Billing Brook Road NN3 8JR. 01604 837300; For 1 - 5s, £3 per session (please book). Call centre for class ages and times.

Rugbytots

9:00-12:05TH at Weston Favell Academy, Booth Lane South NN3 3EZ. 0345 313 0790; For 2 - 7s, £7 per child (book by term).

Aqualight Babies Swimming Class 12:30-18:30T at Weston Favell Pool, Booth Lane South NN3 3EZ. Emie: 01604 830405; For 3 - 5s, £10.99 per session (book by 10week term). Teaching with respect, love and knowledge.

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Sunday Duston Little Kickers

9:00-12:55TH at The Duston School, Berrywood Road NN5 6XA. Antony: 01327 700153; For 1 - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes from 18 mths+.

Rugby Cubz

9:15-10:35T at Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue NN6 5EX. 01604 837600; For 1 - 5s, £3 per session (please book). Call centre for class age and times.

Moulton Orca Swim School

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Wellingborough Rugbytots

8:50-11:35TH at Wellingborough Wrenn Academy School, Wrenn Academy NN8 2DQ. 0345 313 0790; For 2 - 7s, £7 per child (book by term).

Dallington Park Rd, Northants, NN7 5AA

To book call James: 07747 785 344 Email: jameshaley53@hotmail.com

www.dallingtonjuniortennis.com

9:30-10:40T at Northampton School for Boys, Billing Road NN15RT. 07877 559598; For 2 - 5s, £45 (book by term). Next term dates: 26th Feb - 14th May 2017.

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Upton Messy Church

16:00-18:00T at Upton Meadows Primary School, The Square NN5 4EZ. 07931 436852; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Fun alternative church for families with young children.

Junior Tennis Sessions: 2-5 yrs. Classes for older children as well.

16:00-18:00TH at Chris Moody Centre, Moulton College NN3 7RR. 07813 434740; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Fun new swimming classes.

Northampton NGS Little Taggers

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Stanwick Rugbytots

9:00-11:45TH at Stanwick Village Hall, Spencer Parade NN9 6QJ. 0345 313 0790; For 2 - 7s, £7 per child (book by term).

Upton Upton Joggers

Weston Favell Aqualight Swimming Class

9:00-12:00T at Weston Favell Pool, Booth Lane South NN3 3EZ. Emie: 01604 830405; For 3 - 5s, £10.99 per session (book by 10-week term). Results with respect, love & knowledge.

Wootton Rugbytots

9:00-12:05TH at Caroline Chisholm School, Wooldale Road NN4 6TP. 0345 313 0790; For 2 - 7s, £7 per child (book by term).

10:00-11:00TH at Starlight Fitness, Upton Park. Helen: 07895 146392; £1 per person (drop in). Help you improve your jogging technique.

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Monday Blisworth Tumble Tots

9:45-13:45T at Blisworth Scout Hall, 48-56 Courteenhall Rd NN7. Chantel: 07814 884 948; For 0 - 5s, £6.50 per session (please book). Structured play from walking - school age.

BerryGoUK

Baby massage class for babies from 6wks+

Croughton Toddler Group

Brackley Swimming Lessons

10:00-12:00T at Litchborough Village Hall, Northampton Road NN12 8JA. Viv: 01327 830364; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Crafts & singing.

Middleton Cheney Play and Learn for Under 1s

ce BerryGo Boun

16:00-18:00T at Brackley Pool, Manor Rd NN13 6EE. 01280 704906; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Pre-booking is essential.

14:00-15:00TH at Middleton Cheney Library, Main Road OX17 2PD. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in).

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Bugbrooke Mini Messy Church

14:00-15:15T at Bugbrooke Church, Church Lane NN7 3PB. 01604 832494; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Bible based stories & activities.

Milton Malsor Yoga Rosa

BerryGo Boog

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Toddler dance class for thos e toddling up to 4 yr olds

Litchborough Sing & Sign Baby Signing

9:30-12:30T at Litchborough Village Hall, Northampton Road NN12 8JB. 07906 055591; For 0 - 1s, £7 per class (book by term). Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech!

Contact Louisa on 07809 126599 or email: contactberrygo@gmail.com to find out more BerryGo Birthdays: Bespoke party entertainment availaBle!

Cha Char Chimps Entertainment Show! Weekly classes across Northampton and South Northants. Tel: 07917 683330

www.ccchimps.com | www.fb.com/ccchimps Award-winning musical fun - it’s a party every week!

9:15-12:45T at Gateway School, St. Johns Rd NN12 8AA. Zara: 01908 543384; For 0 - 5s, £11 per class (book by 6-week term). Bespoke classes for children aged 6 weeks+.

Towcester Childminder’s Support Drop In

9:30-11:00T at Towcester Children’s Centre, Islington Road NN12 6AU. 01327 350272; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call centre to ensure running due to changes being made.

Little Sprouts

9:30-11:00T at St Lawrence Church, Chantry Lane NN12 6BT. 01327 323106; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Learning Bugs

9:30-10:15T at Greens Norton Village Hall, Towcester Road NN12 8BL. For 2 - 5s, £5 per session (please book). 2.5-5yrs.£5 per session payable termly or £6 pay as you go.

Towcester Library

Bounce & Rhyme: 11:30-12:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call to ensure group is on. Play & Learn for Under 1s: 13:00-14:00TH; For 0 - 12m, FREE (drop in). at Towcester Library, The Forum, Moat Lane NN12 6AD. 01327 350794.

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Swimming Lessons

16:00-18:00T at Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields NN12 6UW. 01327 322480; For 3 5s, (please book). Call centre for times. Check holiday swim dates with centre.

Tuesday Brackley Little Fishes Playtime

9:15-12:00T at Baptist Church, Waynflete Close NN13 6AE. For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). Sessions at 9:15-10:30 or 10:45-12:00.

Brackley Leisure Centre

Mighty Atoms: 9:30-11:30TH; For 0 - 5s, £3.20 per child (drop in). Soft play sessions. Preschool Gymnastics: 13:45-14:45T; For 3 - 5s, £6.80 per session (book by term). Call centre for more info. at Brackley Leisure Centre, Springfield Way NN13 6JJ. 01280 701787.

Brackley Library Rhymetime

16:00-18:00T at Brackley Pool, Manor Rd NN13 6EE. 01280 704906; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Pre-booking is essential.

Litchborough Litchborough Play Time

13:15-15:00T at Croughton Village Hall, Wheeler’s Rise NN13 5ND. Sarah: 07837 549682; For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in).

Tiffield The Little Turtle Swim Company

Swimming Lessons

BerryGo Babi

9:30-11:30T at Brackley Methodist Church, High St NN13 7DT. For 0 - 4s.

Roade BerryGo Bounce

13:00-15:00TH at Health Visitors Baby Clinic, Halse Road NN13 6PN. 01280 709798; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). HV session for baby weigh-in and advice for 0-1 year olds.

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Brackley Noah’s Ark Toddler Group

10:00-10:45T at Roade Library, High Street NN7 2NW. 07809 126599; For 0s, £4 per class (please book). Baby Yoga & Sensory Classes for 5mth-1yr.

Baby Clinic

FUN, CREATIVE AND ENGAGING CLASSES

10:00-11:30TH at Brackley Library,, Manor Road, NN13 6AJ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Two sessions: 10-10.30am & 11-11.30am.

18:00-19:00T at Milton Malsor Village Hall, High Street NN7 3AS. Rosa: 07790 146202; For 0, mums, £7 per class (drop in).

Potterspury Potterspury Under 5s

9:30-11:30T at Potterspury Sports & Social Club, Meadow View NN12 7PJ. Claire: 07510 182045; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in).

Roade BerryGo - Fun, Creative and Engaging Classes BerryGo Babies: 10:00-11:15T; For 0s, £25 (book by 4-week term). Baby massage/yoga class for babies from 6wks+. BerryGo Boogies: 11:15-12:00T; For 1 - 4s, £4 per class (please book). Toddler dance class for those toddling up to 4 yr olds. at St.Marys Church Hall, Butlins Lane NN7 2PU. 07809 126599.

Tiffield Water Babies Swimming Classes

11:00-13:00T at Gateway School, St Johns Road NN12 8AA. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £16 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Towcester Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

9:15-12:15T at Sing & Sign, The Brook Health Centre NN12 6HD. 07906 055591; For 0 - 2s, £7 per class (book by term). Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech!

Towcester Centre for Leisure

Mighty Atoms: 9:30-11:30T; For 0 - 5s, per child (drop in). Soft play sessions. Swimming Lessons: 16:00-18:00T; For 3 - 5s, (please book). Call centre for times. Check holiday swim dates with centre. at Towcester Centre for Leisure, Springfields NN12 6UW. 01327 322480.

Cha Char Chimps Show

10:00-11:00T at Greens Norton Community Centre, Towcester Road NN12 8BL. 07917 683330; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 (drop in). Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

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Wednesday

Middleton Cheney Pregnancy Yoga

Brackley Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

18:00-18:45T at Lisa Valentine Yoga, The Core Zone, Stone Barn OX17 2NE. Lisa: 07957 215495; For bump, £35 (book by 5-week term).

Play & Learn for Under 1s

14:00-15:00TH at Roade Library, High Street NN7 2NW. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

9:30-12:30T at WI Hall, Manor Road NN13 6AJ. 07906 055591; For 0 - 2s, £7 per class (book by term). Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech!

Roade Play and Learn For Under 5s

10:00-11:00TH at Brackley Library, Manor Road NN13 6AJ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). Under 1s.

Silverstone Cha Char Chimps Show

10:30-11:30T at Silverstone Pavilion, Church Street NN12 8XA. 07917 683330; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 (drop in). Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

Swimming Lessons

16:00-18:00T at Brackley Pool, Manor Rd NN13 6EE. 01280 704906; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Prebooking is essential.

Silverstone ‘Tiggers’ Group

Weston Weston Tiny Tots

Deanshanger Play & Learn for Under 1s

10:30-11:30TH at Deanshanger Library, Little London MK19 6HT. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in).

Churchtots

13:30-15:00T at Holy Trinity Church, Wicken Road MK19 6JP. 01908 564725; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-12:00TH at Weston Baptist Chapel, High Street NN12 8PU. 01295 760413; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per session (drop in). Includes toys, singing & storytime.

Thursday

Greens Norton Tots Own Tea and Toast

Ashton Ashton Parent & Toddler Group

Hackleton Musical Minis

Brackley First Steps Parent & Toddler Group

9:00-10:30T at St Bartholomew Church. 01327 323106; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

9:45-10:30T at Hackleton Baptist Church (access via back door), Chapel Lane NN7 2AH. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (please book).

Middleton Cheney Rhymetime

13:30-15:00T at Ashton CE Primary School, Roade Hill NN7 2JH. Lynne: 07545 462892; For 0 - 5s, £1 (drop in).

9:15-11:30T at St Peter’s Church, St Peter’s Road NN13 7BZ. For 0 - 4s, £3 per session (drop in).

Mighty Atoms

10:15-10:45TH at Middleton Cheney Library, Main Road OX17 2PD. 0300 126 1000; For 0 5s, FREE (drop in).

Pattishall Pattishall Mums & Tots

13:30-15:00T at Pattishall Parish Hall, School Road NN12 8NN. For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in). Refreshments are included.

9:30-11:30TH at Brackley Leisure Centre, Springfield Way NN13 6JJ. 01280 701787; For 0 - 5s, £3.20 per child (drop in). Soft play sessions.

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

9:45-12:00T at Evenley Village Hall, Broad Lane, Evenley NN13 5SD. 07906 055591; For 0 - 2s, £7 per class (book by term). Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech!

Swimming Lessons

16:00-18:00T at Brackley Pool, Manor Rd NN13 6EE. 01280 704906; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Pre-booking is essential.

Roade Rhyme time

11:00-11:30TH at Roade Library, High Street NN7 2NW. 0300 1261000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Fun Music Session.

Bugbrooke Bugbrooke Mums & Tots

Syresham Mother and Baby Yoga

9:00-11:00T at Sunday School Rooms, Church Lane NN7 3PB. For 0 - 4s, FREE (donation). Toys, painting & craft activities.

Towcester SNUG - Special Needs Support Group

14:15-14:45TH at Deanshanger Library, Little London MK19 6HT. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Check times before attending.

10:45-11:30T at Home Studio. Lisa: 07957 215495; For 0, 1, mums, £35 (book by 5-week term). Call for more info.

9:30-11:30T at Towcester Children’s Centre, Islington Road NN12 6AU. 01327 350272; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 1st Wed of month. Call centre to check as changes being made.

Deanshanger Deanshanger Rhymetime Denton Denton Village Tots

Wednesday Tots

9:30-11:30T at Denton Village Hall, Vicarage lane NN7 1DT. For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per session (drop in). Great variety of activities and snack time.

Swimming Lessons

Kislingbury Kizzle Tots

9:30-11:00T at St John’s Ambulance Hall, Islington Rd NN12. Jane: 01327 352321; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per family (drop in).

10:00-18:00T at Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields NN12 6UW. 01327 322480; For 3 5s, (please book). Call centre for times. Check holiday swim dates with centre.

Play & Learn for Under 5s

9:30-11:30T at Kislingbury & Upton Baptist Church, Mill Lane NN7 4BB. 07931 436852; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Relax and meet new friends.

13:30-15:00T at Methodist Church, corner of High St/Murswell Lane NN12 8US. Lisa: 07770 875979; For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). 1st & 3rd Thurs of month.

Tiffield The Little Turtle Swim Company

9:15-12:15T at Gateway School, St. Johns Rd NN12 8AA. Zara: 01908 543384; For 0 - 5s, £11 per class (book by 6-week term). Bespoke classes for children aged 6 weeks+.

Towcester Towcester Toy Library

9:30-11:30TH at Towcester Community Centre, Islington Road NN12 6AU. Sheila: 01327 860437; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). £2 per family up to 3 children. 50p per extra child. Call before attending - changes being made.

NCT Bumps and Babies

10:00-12:00T at Towcester Methodist Church Room, Brackley Road NN12 6DH. For bump - 0s, £2 per session (donation).

Towcester Centre for Leisure

Swimming Lessons: 13:00-19:00T; For 3 - 5s, (please book). Check holiday dates with centre. Preschool Gymnastics: 13:45-16:45T; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Call centre for times of classes. at Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields NN12 6UW. 01327 322480.

Upper Heyford South Northants API (Attachment Parenting)

10:00-12:00TH at Hill Farm, Upper Heyford NN7 3NB. Cheryl: 07989 777825; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). 2nd Thurs of mth.

Westbury Tiddlers and Toddler Playgroup

10:00-11:30T at Beachborough School, Westbury NN13 5LB. 01280 700071; For 0 - 5s. Group runs monthly, ring for dates.

Friday Brackley Musical Minis

9:45-10:30T at Westbury Village Hall, Playing Field Road NN13. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 5s, £5 per session (please book).

Brackley Leisure Centre

Parent & Toddler Swim: 10:00-10:30T; For 0 - 2s. Swimming Lessons: 16:00-18:00T; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Pre-booking is essential. at Brackley Pool, Manor Road NN13 6EE. 01280 704906.

Brackley Library Story Stomp

11:00-11:45TH at Brackley Library,, Manor Road, NN13 6AJ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call to check before attending.

14:00-15:00TH at Towcester Library, The Forum, Moat Lane NN12 6AD. 01327 350794; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

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Cogenhoe Tumble Tots

9:30-13:45T at Cogenhoe Community Centre, York Avenue NN7 1NB. Chantel: 07814 884 948; For 0 - 5s, £6.50 per class (please book). Structured play from walking - school age.

Deanshanger Deanie Tots

9:30-11:30T at Community Centre MK19 6HT. 07710 845865; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). Health Visitor attends on 3rd Friday.

Middleton Cheney Mother & Baby Yoga

11:15-12:00T at The Core Zone, Stone Barn OX17 2NE. Lisa: 07957 215495; For 0, 1, mums, £35 (book by 5-week term). Call for more info.

Potterspury Cha Char Chimps Show

10:00-11:00T at Sports and Social Club, Mead View NN12 7PJ. 07917 683330; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 (drop in). Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

10:00-12:00TH at Salcey Forest, Hartwell NN7 2HX. 07976 396172; For 5s, £7.50 per child (please book). A morning exploring woodlands, next dates: 8/4, 13/5, 10/6, 8/7.

9:45-11:00T at Milton Malsor Village Hall, High

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NN7 3AS. Rosa: 07790 146202; For :ŽŝŶ ƵƐ ĨŽƌ ĨƵŶ͕ ŵƵĚ ĂŶĚ ĂĚǀĞŶƚƵƌĞ Street bump - 0s, £36 (book by 6-week term). Relax & unwind, support health and wellbeing. ŝŶ ^ĂůĐĞǇ &ŽƌĞƐƚ͘ ǆƉůŽƌĞ ƚŚĞ ǁŽŽĚƐ ǁŝƚŚ ǇŽƵƌ ĐŚŝůĚ Tiffield ƵƐŝŶŐ ƐƚŽƌŝĞƐ͕ ƐŽŶŐƐ͕ ƉůĂǇ͕ ĐƌĂĨƚƐ ĨŝƌĞ The Little Turtle Swim Company 8:15-15:15T at Gateway School, St. Johns Rd ĂŶĚ ŵƵĚ͊ NN12 8AA. Zara: 01908 543384; For 0 - 5s, £11 per class (book by 6-week term). Bespoke ǁǁǁ͘ĨŝƌĞĂŶĚĂŝƌ͘ŽƌŐ classes for children aged 6 weeks+.

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Salcey Forest Fire and Air Education

Tinder Tots: 10:00-12:00TH; For 1 - 5s, £7.50 per child (please book). Explore the woods using stories, songs, play, crafts, fire & mud! Kindling Kids: 13:00-15:00TH; For 4 - 5s, £7.50 per child (please book). Activities include den building, cooking & minibeast hunting. Next dates: 21/4, 19/5, 16/6 & 21/7. at Salcey Forest, Hartwell NN7 2HX. 07976 396172. Discounts available.

Towcester Swimming Lessons

9:30-18:00T at Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields NN12 6UW. 01327 322480; For 3 - 5s, (please book). Call centre for times.Chk holiday swim dates with centre.

Towcester Library

Rhymetime: 10:00-11:15TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 2nd & 4th Friday: 10-10.30am / 10.45-11.15am. Bounce & Rhyme: 11:30-12:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call to ensure group is on. at Towcester Library, The Forum, Moat Lane NN12 6AD. 01327 350794.

Weedon Weedon Bec's Little Ducklings

9:30-11:30T at Rainbow Room, Weedon Bec School NN7 4QU. Blaine Taylor: 07746 215490; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). Friendly group inc refreshments.

Saturday Brackley Swimming Lessons

8:00-10:00T at Brackley Pool, Manor Rd NN13 6EE. 01280 704906; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Pre-booking is essential.

Mighty Atoms

10:30-12:30TH at Brackley Leisure Centre, Springfield Way NN13 6JJ. 01280 701787; For 0 - 5s, £3.20 per child (drop in). Soft play sessions.

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Towcester Towcester Centre for Leisure

Swimming Lessons: 8:00-10:30T; For 3 - 5s, (please book). Call centre for times. Check holiday swim dates with centre. Mighty Atoms: 9:00-10:15T; For 0 - 5s, per child (drop in). Soft play sessions. at Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields NN12 6UW. 01327 322480.

Sunday Tiffield Active Baby Company Swimming 8:30-12:30T at Gateway School, St. Johns Rd NN12 8AB. Denise: 01604 826066; For 0 - 5s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term). Swimming classes for 8/10 weeks old - 6 yrs.

Towcester Rhymetime

11:30-12:00TH at Towcester Library, The Forum, Moat Lane NN12 6AD. 01327 350794; For 0 5s, FREE (drop in).

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Monday

Eydon Humpty Dumpty’s @ Eydon

10:00-12:00T at Eydon Village Hall, High Street NN11 3PP. For 0 - 5s, £2 per session (drop in). Tots group with Story/Rhymetime & Refreshments, contact for holiday sessions.

Braunston Little Fishes Toddler Group

14:00-15:00T at All Saints Church, 71 High Street NN11 7HS. Sarah: 01788 890298; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Action songs, storytime & crafts.

Brixworth Brixworth Rhymetime

14:30-15:15TH at Brixworth Library, Spratton Road NN6 9DS. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Crick Crick Mums & Tots

9:30-11:30T at Crick Village Hall NN6 7TE. For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). Fun activities, snack & drink.

Daventry Acorn Parent & Toddler Group

9:30-11:00T at United Reformed Church, Foundry Place NN11 4AA. Rosemary: 01327 872650; For 0 - 5s, £1 (drop in). Stories & songs.

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Play World - Indoor Soft Play: 9:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.35 per session (drop in). Please call before attending. Pre-School Swimming Lessons: 9:00-18:00T; For 0 - 5s, £4.75 per session (book by term). Call for times & booking. Active Antz: 13:00-14:30TH; For 0 - 5s, £2.40 per child (drop in). Inflatable soft play session for under 5’s. at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

Prima Ballerinas Dance Classes

16:00-17:00TH at LoveBallet Dance Company, Nene Hall, Tamar Square NN11 4RB. Lorraine: 07921 853773; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Ballet classes at £28 per term.

Kilsby Kilsby Playtime

9:45-11:45T at Kilsby Village Hall, Rugby Road CV23 8XX. Sarah: 07590 460913; For 0 - 5s, £2 per child (drop in). Extra children 50p.

Long Buckby Birthlight Pregnancy Yoga with Lizzy

18:15-19:45T at Long Buckby Community Centre NN6 7QB. 07950 573719; For bump, £48 (book by 6-week term). Physical & emotional pregnancy support.

Welton Learning Bugs

13:15-14:00T at Welton Village Hall, High Street NN11 2JP. For 2 - 5s, £5 per session (please book). 2.5-5yrs.£5 per session payable termly or £6 pay as you go.

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Tuesday

Story Stomp

10:15-10:45TH at Daventry Library, North Street NN11 4GH. 0300 126 1000; For 1 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Brixworth Brixworth Play and Learn for Under 5s

Long Buckby Family Play & Learn

13:30-15:00TH at Brixworth Library, Spratton Road NN6 9DS. 0300 126 1000 (option 5 and 1); For 1 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

10:30-12:00TH at Long Buckby Library, Station Road NN6 7QB. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Love Ballet Dance Company

Daventry Everyone Active Daventry

Street Kidz: 16:30-17:00TH; For 5-10s, per child (please book). Prima Ballerinas Dance Classes: 17:00-17:30T; For 3 - 5s, per child (book by term). Ballet for the little ones. £28 per term. Intro to Ballet: 17:00-17:30T; For 5-7s, per child (please book). at Baptist Church, Market Place NN6 7RR. Claire: 07774 518949.

Play World - Indoor Soft Play: 9:0018:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.35 per session (drop in). Please call before attending. Pre-School Swimming Lessons: 10:00-18:00T; For 0 - 5s, £4.75 per session (book by term). Call for details. Active Antz: 13:00-14:30TH; For 0 - 5s, £2.40 per child (drop in). Inflatable soft play session for under 5s. at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

Birth Preparation Workshops

18:00-21:00T at Lizzy Giles NN6. 07950 573719; For bump - 0s, £50 (please book). Workshops for expectant mums and partners.

Daventry Library

Rhymetime: 10:00-10:30T; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Bounce and Rhyme: 10:45-11:15TH; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). For nonwalkers. at Daventry Library, North Street NN11 4GH. 0300 126 1000.

Sibbertoft Sibbertots Mums and Tots 9:30-11:30T at Sibbertoft Reading Room, Berkeley Street. 01604 880246; For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per family (drop in).

Long Buckby Long Buckby Mums & Babies Group

30.06.2017

9:30-12:00TH at Baptist Church, Market Place NN6. 01327 842587; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Donation welcome.

01788 288028

Long Buckby Story Stomp

10:30-11:00T at Long Buckby Library, Station Road NN6 7QB. 0300 126 1000; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Call before attending.

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Watford Village Tumble Tots

9:35-12:15T at Watford Village Hall, Station Road NN6 7UY. Chantel: 07814 884 948; For 0 - 5s, £6.50 per session (please book). Starting 18th April.Structured play from walking school age,various class times.

14:00-14:30TH at Woodford Halse Library, Village Hall NN11 3RL. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE. Check sbefore attending.

Wednesday Barby Barby Mums & Tots

9:30-11:30T at Barby Village Hall, Kilsby Road CV23 8TT. 01788 891483; For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in).

10:00-11:30T at Brixworth Country Park, Northampton Road NN6 9DG. 01604 889478; For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per child (please book). 3rd Wed of month. Outdoor tots group.

IAIM Infant Baby Massage with Leveta Lawson

11:00-12:00T at Brixworth Library, Spratton Road NN6 9DS. Leveta: 07580 320228; For bump - 0s, £12 per session (book by 5-week term).

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9:45-10:30T at Weedon Village Hall, West Street NN7 4PQ. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 5s, £5 per session (please book). Free trial offer voucher in centre pages.

Interactive musical fun for accompanied preschool children and babies. A selection of delicious homemade cakes and drinks included.

West Haddon Caterpillar Club

9:15-11:15T at West Haddon Village Hall, The Green NN6 7AY. Nic: 07928 184685; For 0 - 4s, £2 per child (drop in). Weekly craft corner and singing circle.

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Woodford Halse Rhymetime for Under 5s

Brixworth Nature Tots

Weedon Musical Minis

Young Children's Entertainment Group

18:00-21:00T at Lizzy Giles NN6. 07950 573719; For bump - 0s, £50 (please book). Workshops for expectant mums and partners.

Tel: 07766 731542 / 07828 182452 Email: info@boogiebeanies.com www.boogiebeanies.com

Daventry Everyone Active Daventry Leisure Centre

Play World - Indoor Soft Play: 9:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.35 per session (drop in). Please call before attending. Pre-School Swimming Lessons: 10:00-18:00T; For 0 - 5s, £4.75 per session (book by term). Call for times & booking. at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

Active Baby Company Swimming Classes

9:45-12:15TH at Daventry Court Hotel (Puma Hotels) NN11 0SG. Denise: 01604 826066; For 0 - 4s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term). Swimming classes for 8/10 weeks old - 5 yrs.

Toddler Time

10:00-12:00T at Daventry Methodist Church, Golding Close (off Eastern Way) NN11 5FB. 01327 843319; For 0 - 3s, £1.80 per family (drop in). For under 3s.

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Staverton Boogie Beanies

10:30-11:30TH at Staverton Village Hall, Croft Lane NN11 6JE. Amanda: 0776 673 1542; For 0 - 5s, per child (drop in). Entertainment show & cake!

Thursday Brixworth Brixworth Play and Learn for Under 1s

10:00-12:00TH at Brixworth Library, Spratton Road NN6 9DS. 0300 126 1000 (option 5 and 1); For 0s, FREE (drop in). H/visitor avail.

Daventry Little Kickers

9:20-10:55TH at Little Kickers, Daventry Leisure Centre NN11 4FP. Antony: 01327 700153; For 1 - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes from 18 mths+.

Everyone Active Daventry Leisure Centre

Pre-School Swimming Lessons: 10:00-18:00T; For 0 - 5s, £4.75 per session (book by term). Call for times & booking. Gym Giraffes: 11:00-12:30T; For 0 - 5s, £2.40 per child (drop in). Inflatable soft play session. Play World - Indoor Soft Play: 12:30-18:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.35 per session (drop in). Please call before attending. at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

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Byfield Baby & Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Byfield Village Hall, The Green NN11 6WT. For 0 - 5s, £2 per child (drop in). First session free, snack and drinks inc.

9:30-11:30T at Woodford Halse Children Centre, Scrivens Hill NN11 3SU. For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Tea, coffee and snacks included.

Boogie Beanies

10:30-11:30TH at Daventry Community Centre, Ashby Rd NN11 0QE. Amanda: 0776 673 1542; For 0 - 5s, per child (drop in). Entertainment show & cake!

Saturday Daventry Everyone Active Daventry Leisure Centre

Play & Learn Under 5s

14:00-15:30TH at Daventry Library, North Street NN11 4GH. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 4s, FREE.

Pre-School Swimming Lessons: 8:0011:30T; For 0 - 5s, £4.75 per session (book by term). Call for times & booking. Active Antz: 10:30-12:00TH; For 0 - 5s, £2.40 per child (drop in). Inflatable soft play session for under 5’s. Play World - Indoor Soft Play: 12:3018:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.35 per session (drop in). Please call before attending. at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

East Haddon East Haddon Mums and Tots

9:30-11:00T at The Pavilion, East Haddon Playing Fields, (turning opposite The Red Lion Pub) NN6 8BU. Kirsten: 01604 770339; For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). Toys, meet new friends & snacks inc.1st visit free.

Kids Run Free Race Event & Fun Days

Kelmarsh Parent & Tots Lunch Club

8:45-10:30TH at The Recreation Ground, Welton Rd NN11 0PP. For 0 - 5s, (please book). 1st Sat of mth. Enter at kidsrunfree.co.uk.

11:00-14:00T at Nagarjuna Kadampa Meditation Centre (Cafe), The Old Rectory NN6 9LZ. For 0 - 5s.

Boogie Beanies

10:30-11:30TH at Daventry Brass Band Hall, Daneholme Close NN11 0PN. Amanda: 0776 673 1542; For 0 - 5s, per child (drop in). Every 1st & 3rd Saturday.

Long Buckby Postnatal Yoga for Mother and Baby

10:00-11:00T at Long Buckby Community Centre NN6 7QB. 07950 573719; For 0s, £24 (book by 4-week term). For mothers & babies from birth to crawling.

Long Buckby Library Rhymetime

10:30-11:00TH at Long Buckby Library, Station Road NN6 7QB. 0300 126 1000; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Welton Welton Baby & Toddler Group

9:30-11:30T at Welton Village Hall NN11 2JP. 07811 882540; For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in). Lots of fun, music & crafts.

Friday Brixworth Brixworth Rhymetime

10:20-11:00TH at Brixworth Library, Spratton Road NN6 9DS. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Daventry Timken Tots (NCT Daventry)

10:00-12:00T at Run by Daventry NCT, Mayfield Park Sports Club NN11 9FZ. 07715 558185; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per family (donation). A friendly drop in group run by local parents.All welcome.

Everyone Active Daventry Leisure Centre

Active Antz - Arts & Crafts: 10:30-12:00TH; For 0 - 5s, £2.90 per child (drop in). Inflatable soft play with arts & crafts. Play World - Indoor Soft Play: 12:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.35 per session (drop in). Please call before attending. Pre-School Swimming Lessons: 16:00-18:00T; For 0 - 5s, £4.75 per session (book by term). Call for times & booking. at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

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Long Buckby Birth Preparation Workshops

Play and Learn for Under 1s

14:00-15:00TH at Daventry Library, North Street NN11 4GH. 0300 126 1000; For 0s, FREE (drop in).

Little Kickers

16:00-17:45TH at Little Kickers, Daventry Leisure Centre NN11 4FP. Antony: 01327 700153; For 1 - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes from 18 mths+.

Gymnastics Classes

17:00-17:30TH at LoveBallet Dance Company, Nene Hall, Tamar Square NN11 4RB. Lorraine: 07921 853773; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Handstands, bridges, cartwheels- £28 p/term.

Great Brington Brington Mums and Tots

10:00-11:30T at Great Brington Reading Rooms, Great Brington NN7 4JD. For 0 - 3s, (drop in).

Long Buckby Long Buckby Stay and Play

9:30-11:30T at Long Buckby Community Centre, 41 Station Road NN6 7QB. 07880 543927; For 0 - 5s, £0.50 per session (drop in). Small friendly play group with lots of activities & crafts.

Long Buckby Library Rhymetime

10:30-11:00TH at Long Buckby Library, Station Road NN6 7QB. 0300 126 1000; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Moulton Play and Learn for 0-5s

14:00-15:00TH at Moulton Library, Doves Lane NN3 7TA. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE.

10:00-13:00T at Lizzy Giles NN6. 07950 573719; For bump - 0s, £50 (please book). Workshops for expectant mums and partners.

Upper Boddington Love Ballet Dance Company

Prima Ballerinas Dance Classes: 9:00-9:45TH; For 3 - 5s, per class (book by term). Ballet for 3-5s. £34 per term. Gymnastics Classes: 9:45-10:15TH; For 4 - 5s, (book by term). Handstands, rolls, bridges etc £28 per term. at Upper Boddington Village Hall, Warwick Road NN11 6DH. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

Woodford Halse Rhymetime for Under 5s

11:30-12:00TH at Woodford Halse Library, Village Hall NN11 3RL. 0300 126 1000; For 0 5s, FREE. Check session is on before attending.

Sunday Daventry Everyone Active Daventry Leisure Centre

Pre-School Swimming Lessons: 8:00-11:00T; For 0 - 5s, £4.75 per session (book by term). Call for times & booking. Play World - Indoor Soft Play: 8:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.35 per session (drop in). Please call before attending. at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

Welford Welford Mums & Tots Group

9:30-11:00TH at Welford Mums & Tots, Welford Community Centre NN6. 07981 197855 or 07748 108202; For 0 - 5s, £2 per child (drop in). 1st session free. 50p per sibling.

The listings are updated but we advise calling before attending - just in case!

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