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Development Through Music Funky & Imaginative Dance Classes Tot Bop’s fun dance classes for 1-9 year olds are thriving! With classes across Herts, Beds and Bucks, including Tuesdays in Fairford Leys, Aylesbury, Fridays in Waddesdon and Saturdays in Aston Clinton, their imaginative approach never fails to inspire youngsters, giving them a truly fab introduction to dance. Their syllabus is underpinned by EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stages) guidelines and they offer flexible bookings with short, long or trial blocks available. www.totbop.co.uk. info@totbop.co.uk. See P.38

Monkey Music’s award-winning classes use music to support your baby, toddler and pre-schooler’s social, physical, language and (of course!) musical development within a fun, stimulating and friendly environment. With a progressive 4 stage curriculum, classes are tailored to your little one’s age and stage of development and run through the week in Aston Clinton, Aylesbury, Haddenham, High Wycombe, Tring and Wendover. Offer: Your first class is free! www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Contact 01494 819138 or aylesbury@monkeymusic.co.uk. See P.40

Family First Aid Classes with Kate Kate delivers multi award winning 'Daisy First Aid' paediatric first aid classes for parents and carers, childcare professionals and children right across Milton Keynes and beyond. Daisy First Aid are passionate about providing quality first aid training. Their classes are fun, friendly and informal with plenty of hands-on practise incorporated. You can choose to attend a local venue class, or arrange a class in your home and they’ll come to you. Offer: 10% off a Family First Aid class with Kate: quote TODDLEABOUT10. For more information, email Kate on kate@daisyfirstaid.com or visit www.daisyfirstaid.com/first-aid-bedford- milton-keynes/. See P.9

Baby College Comes to North Crawley Baby College classes offer research-linked developmental activities and games that encourage early concentration and learning skills. Their Toddler and Junior classes include EYFS led activities and fun, simple play ideas that you can recreate time and time again that are perfectly tailored to your toddler. Infant, Toddler and Junior classes run throughout MK and you can now join Alice for Toddlers (9-18 months) and Junior (18 months - 4 years) classes in North Crawley. To book, contact Kate@babycollege.co.uk or visit www.babycollege.co.uk/milton-keynes-buckingham. See P.31 4 Jan - Mar 2022 Toddle About

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Off to Baby & Children’s Market We Go! Milton Keynes Baby & Children’s Market will be at Medbourne Pavilion on Saturday 5th February from 3 - 5pm. This popular nearly-new sale will have stalls bursting with baby and children’s items plus a small selection of local businesses showcasing their products and services. So pop along and grab yourself a bargain, or if you need to clean out those cupboards, then book a stall! Milton Keynes: Saturday 5th February, 3pm - 5pm Medbourne Pavilion, MK5 6LS. £1.50 entry, kids go free! (£1 for the last 30 mins) www.babyandchildrensmarket.co.uk

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After School Club at the award-winning attraction Green Dragon Eco Farm is the perfect way for your little dragons to wind down and have some educational, hands-on fun after a busy day of learning. Running every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, the offer includes a child’s meal, free adult entry, access to the farm, play areas and the café. After School Club entry is from 3pm to 4:30pm (the site closes at 5:30pm). Tickets are just £7.95 which includes one FREE adult’s entry. Book online or pay on entry. www.greendragonecofarm.co.uk. See P.11

Road 2 Freedom has the perfect way to make your staycation super exciting and memorable this year. Their luxury motorhomes are available to hire for short or long holidays, and they provide everything you could need for a family adventure: their range of 4, 5 & 6 berth motorhomes are fully furnished and come with unlimited miles, bespoke travel guides and 24/7 support. Enjoy a different view each day; explore the outdoors, then relax with a hot shower and a chilled glass of wine. It’s time for a holiday with a difference! www.road2-freedom.com. See P.24

New Baby Classes from Award-Winning Cha Char Chimps The award-winning Cha Char Chimps have launched Baby Chimps in Stony Stratord - interactive music sessions with props & puppets for non-walking babies from newborn. Relax and meet fellow parents; enjoy a hot cuppa & homemade chocolate tiffin (DF/GF available) and support your child's development. Baby Chimps runs on Thursdays: 11am at York House Centre, Stony Stratford. Find our full list of music shows on our website www.ccchimps.com. See P.5

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I Had a “Purple Crier” Here’s what I did By Dr Alison McClymont

Purple Crying as defined on the NHS website: P – Peak crying: Your baby might cry more

each week - the most in the second month, then less in months three to five.

U – Unexpected: Crying can come and go and you don’t know why

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P – Pain-like face: a crying baby might look like they are in pain, even when they are not.

L – Long lasting: crying can last as long as five hours a day or more.

E – Evening: your baby might cry more in the late afternoon and evening.

“All babies cry.” “Have you tried doing x/y/z?” “You should let her self-soothe.” “Its gas.” “It’s reflux.” I heard it all and I tried it all. I spent hours researching different ways to hold babies, different massage techniques, cranial osteopathy, homeopathy, changing my diet, changing feeding times, changing feeding positions, infacol, colief, chamomile oil, changing sleep positions, getting elevated sleep pillow Follow us for daily updates!

things, playing white noise, playing music, changing bedroom temperatures, sleeping in car seats, not sleeping in car seats and endless walking up and down stairs. I even tried a strange practice of stepping up and down off a coffee table… there was not one thing I wouldn’t try. But nothing worked - she still cried.

What Purple Crying looked like for me For the first 5-6 months of my eldest child’s life, she cried unrelentingly for up to 5 hours at a time. The mornings were usually the worst and the only thing that stopped her was near-constant breastfeeding on my part, and this I did. I had many people tell me that I should “feed on a schedule”, but breastfeeding was the only thing that offered me some mental space, and I did it happily - my daughter seemed to relax only when she was on the breast. I tried a dummy for a day, but she refused and in my newmother-sleep-deprived state I was so overwhelmed by different messages, I latched on strongly to the idea that a dummy was not the solution. I remember feeling confused, exhausted, emotionally battered and completely out of my body. I went to a play date with some other new mums and watched in astonishment as one mother just lay her baby down to sleep without any crying whatsoever or any convoluted routine of breastfeeding/bouncing/commando rolling away from the cot. “Is she just going to sleep like that?!” I asked, as though I was witnessing some kind of Jan - Mar 2022 Toddle About MK & Bucks 7

meant my daughter did too - if nothing else, it broke up our routine and offered us both some needed mental relief. Daily social connection (preferably face-to-face) did the same. From a purely practical standpoint I found that walking up and down stairs, or on and off a low surface, for some reason stopped the crying (apparently it aids in moving gas, but whatever it was it worked for me). I also found that daily massages helped - they didn’t stop my daughters crying, but they were at least a well-intentioned way for us to connect. It was the same with daily warm baths.

My reflections and advice magic. “Yes, was all the other mother said, confused by my confusion. I spent the remaining two hours of the playdate bouncing my daughter on my hip and pacing the living room, whilst trying not to spill my cup of tea. I realised quite early on in this journey that nothing distresses other people quite so much as a crying baby, and nothing is more stressful to a mother trying to deal with a crying baby, than other people’s distress. I cannot count the times I left cafes, shops, play spaces and baby classes due to my embarrassment at having a baby whom I couldn’t get to stop crying. I remember distinctly holding my daughter in a baby carrier in a supermarket, whilst she was crying, and a woman demanding angrily, “Can’t you do something about that”? To which I hurriedly tried to breastfeed whilst she was in the carrier (a talent that I quickly developed!) only to be confronted by a snappy, “Well you can’t do that in here, there’s a toilet if you need to do that”. Turns out nothing distresses some people quite so much as a breastfeeding-in-public mother, with a crying baby…

How I Got Through It

There were a few things that really helped me through that difficult and sometimes dark period. I set myself three goals every day: the first was to get dressed, the second to get out of the house and the third to socially connect with others. These goals may sound small but when you are the parent of a “purple crier”, getting out of the house can feel like the last place you want to be. Yet I found that, sometimes, just stepping outdoors helped to calm my daughter and, if not, the crying at least seemed a little less cacophonous in the open air. I also found that getting out meant I had other tasks on which to focus and sometimes this 8 Jan - Mar 2022 Toddle About

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When I look back, I wonder if there was anything I would have done differently and there are a few things… I think I wouldn’t listen to quite so many judgmental messages around dummy use, and I definitely wouldn’t be so concerned with other people’s views around what I am and am not doing. But mostly, I wouldn’t change anything. I did the best I could and followed the instincts my body gave me. If you are the parent of a “purple crier” this, above all things, is my best advice: YOU are the expert of your child and YOU know what is best for your child. Stand strong in that stance and take time to repeat to yourself, “I am doing a good job, and every day I am learning to be a better mother”. When my daughter was 6 months old, I was introduced to a new mother who was also struggling with Purple Crying and I offered to go and meet her to offer some support. When we met, she marveled at my daughter playing happily on the mat, seemingly unable to imagine that THIS was the girl I had told her used to cry for hours and hours at a time. But I assured her it was, and that she too would find that this difficult phase she was going through would not endure forever. I went through a time thinking “this will never end” and I would read stories of people who only found respite after 12 months and I wondered how I would get there, but - mother to mother - I assure you with love and strength that “this too will pass”. You got this Mama. Dr Alison McClymont is a leading child psychotherapist with over a decade’s worth of experience at the forefront of the industry. She is the author of children’s book Wilbur’s Memory Box. Keep up-to-date with Dr Alison on Instagram @alisonmcclymontinsta

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There is so much potential with tape art and it is lots of fun! Instructions: 1. Prepare all your materials. 2. Decide on your design and cut off strips of masking tape. 3. Press the masking tape down onto the canvas/paper in the pattern or image required, taking care that the edges are firmly stuck down. This will prevent paint from seeping under the edges. 4. Paint over the entire canvas, including the tape design, as desired.

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5. If you would like to add glitter add this whilst the paint is still slightly wet. 6. Once finished, you can lift off the tape straight away or you can let the paint dry first (we found grabbing the masking tape edges with tweezers helped). 7. Use Sharpie/felt tips to draw round the edges of the pattern to make the edges cleaner and help the design stand out.

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Baby and Toddler Photo Competition Winner

Thank you to everyone who entered the Autumn Toddle Models competition! We hope you enjoy looking through the entries as much as we have. Congratulations go to young Nicholas and family who has won a bundle of Casdon role-play toys worth £140! www.casdon.com.

Nicholas, 2 years old

Unfortunately, we're unable to print all the entries (sorry!), but here is a random selection for you to enjoy.

Aariz, 3 years

Ceaser, 3 years

Edward, 3 years

Jacob , 4 years

Zakariya, 1 year

Charlotte, 2 years

Finley, 1 year

James, 3 years

Alistair, 2 years

Dani, 0 years

George, 4 years

Joseph, 0 years

Arabella, 1 years

Daniel, 1 year

Hope, 0 years

Kallie, 0 years

Bode, 0 years

Diana, 2 years

Imogen, 3 years

Leonardo, 2 years

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Maisie and Joshie, 3 & 0 years

Nancy, 1 year

Nathan & Chloe, 4 & 0 years

Sophie and Isabelle, 3 years

Rosie, 1 year

Violet and Isobel, 3 & 0 years

Theo & April, 3 years

Wilfred, 1 years

Zaidaan, 3 years

Nicolas, 1 year

Olivia, 2 years

Titan, 2 years

Vinnie, 0 years

Zachary, 2 years

Bob, 2 years

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THERE’S NO DEER AROUND HERE BY ANDY HUSSEY

When a mysterious visitor eats all the plants in Granny’s garden one night, Jacob is left wondering what it could be. Together with his best friend, Archie-Dog, Jacob sets out on a mission – collecting clues along the way to prove to Granny that there really ARE deer around here! Cost: £6.99. Buy from www.muddylittleboots.com

BRITANNICA’S 150 FIRST WORDS

BY CLAIRE LATIES DAVIES & KASIA DUDZIUK

This engaging large-format board book encourages toddlers’ language learning through the repetition of simple words and phrases for everyday objects and activities. Each illustrated spread also includes photographs of babies and everyday objects drawn into the art – creating a search-and-find on every page to allow more time for parents and babies to connect. Cost: £8.99. Buy from www.whatonearthbooks.com

DEEDEE AND DANDAN’S BUSY DAY

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With its simple sentences, familiar settings and colourful illustrations, DeeDee and DanDan’s Busy Day shows you an effective way to read with your child and teaches you how to make reading an interactive adventure. The research-driven system developed by the authors follows normal child development: firstly, understanding simple words and recognising objects and activities; secondly, the ability to say simple words and answer simple questions; and thirdly, the ability to explain cause and effect. Cost: £6.99. Buy at www.deedeeanddandan.co.uk

Children ask a lot of questions! Why, Mummy? is a picture storybook aimed at inquisitive 3-6 yearolds. Mummy and Sam are preparing to go out and Mummy asks Sam to put on his hat, coat, boots, gloves and scarf. Sam keeps asking ‘Why?’, ‘Why?’, ‘Why?’ to each request – and ultimately gets a slightly exasperated response from his Mummy! Carers will be very familiar with Sam’s endless stream of questions and will enjoy the clever twist. Cost: £5.94. Buy from Amazon

PABLO’S FEELINGS BY LADYBIRD CHILDREN’S BOOKS

Pablo wants to go to his cousin Lorna’s house, but his mum sees the expression on his face and thinks that he doesn’t want to go! Pablo is autistic and he sees the world in a different way. Together with his friends, the Book Animals, he comes up with a way to let people know what he is thinking! Cost: £6.99. Buy from all good book stores Follow us for daily updates!

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PROFESSOR VON SCHMELL AND HIS FART POWERED BIKE BY DONALD BUDGE Professor von Schmell is a little bit odd. He lives in a tower that looks like a cod. Strange enough, eh? Yet it gets stinkier and weirder as the professor creates his greatest invention yet... the Fart Powered Bike! Leon Howlett is an emerging author with a mind filled with mischief and childish endeavour. These qualities shine through in abundance with this book, his debut title. Cost: £6.99. Available from www.shookbop.com

FEELING GOOD ABOUT ME

BY ELLEN BAILEY, LESLEY PEMBERTON & HARRY BRIGGS

A calming activity book to help children explore their emotions and focus on the things that make them feel happy and confident, this fun, friendly book is filled with mindful activities and prompts to encourage readers to express their emotions on the page. Including drawing pages, breathing techniques and inspirational quotes, it also provides a safe space for the reader to explore feelings such as low self-esteem and anxiety, with practical tips and information presented in a supportive and affirming way. Cost: £7.99. Available from www.waterstones.com

SEE WHAT I CAN DO! BY JON ROBERTS AND HANNAH ROUDING

Every child is different. We are all unique. This gentlytold but immensely informative picture book tells the stories of a number of children with a variety of disabilities, inspired by the real-life experiences of his daughter, Kya who is on the autistic spectrum. A variety of conditions are introduced for young readers, discussing how the challenges of each affect children. 80% of royalties from this book will go towards the work of Scope and Sarah’s Trust. Cost: £7.99. Available from www.graffeg.com

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The Wonders of Winderly Wood is an enchanting children’s story that creates a moment of calm, encouraging mindfulness, visualisations and relaxation in young children. Just like adults do, children can significantly benefit from practising mindfulness, which supports positive well-being. This beautiful rhyming story allows the reader to use their own imagination and creative thinking and has been brought to life with lovely illustrations created by the author’s daughter Brooke, aged 11. Cost: £6.99. Available from www.amazon.co.uk

MILLY THE BRAVE AND FRIENDS GO SHOW JUMPING FROM THE BEST LIFE KIDS Rory, Indy and Milly are three horsey best friends who go on all sorts of adventures together. Today sees them going head-to-head at a show jumping competition. The first in a series to help develop children’s social and emotional skills, this book tackles the subject of bravery and includes an activity page for you to engage your child in what bravery really is and the feelings associated with stepping out of your comfort zone. Cost: £8.99. Buy from www.thebestlifekids.co.uk

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A useful guide to

cloth Nappies Cloth nappies can seem really overwhelming before you start using them. Turns out, it’s really not that complex and once you get used to them it’s actually pretty simple! By Laura Smith

Nappy Types: There are various types of cloth

nappies on the market, from the traditional Terry squares or prefolded muslins to shaped nappies, pocket nappies and simple, all-in-one nappies. They can come in different sizes as your child gets bigger or a single ‘birth to potty’ size which can be adjusted to make the nappy bigger or smaller. You can also choose velcro or poppers depending on the brand. Everyone has different preferences so, if you’re unsure, we recommend that you contact your local cloth nappy library to borrow a kit and see what works for you.

Washing: Cloth nappies require more washing -

we can’t deny that - but once you get into the swing of things, it’s not difficult and you’ll soon love the look of those cute little nappies hanging on the line. Essentially, there are two steps to the washing process: first you need to do some kind of rinse or quick wash. Then a long wash at either 40 or 60 degrees with non-bio washing powder (no fabric conditioner) and that’s it! You can store them in a nappy bin or wet bag until wash day (Usually every 3 days). Poo… breastfed poo can get put into the washing machine as its water soluble. Formula fed babies or babies that are having solid foods will need to have poo flushed down the toilet first. You can get reusable or flushable nappy liners which protect the nappy and make discarding of poo easier.

Cost: The initial outlay is of course more expensive

than a few packs of disposables, but the overall cost of cloth nappies has been proven to be cheaper over time (unless of course you become addicted to the cute prints and want all the new releases!) You can keep costs down by buying budget nappies (there are some with great reviews) and by buying pre-loved. Reusable wipes are also a brilliant money saver and they clean so much better than disposables!

Being Out and About/Childcare: We both use our

nappy pods which can store 4/5 cloth nappies, wipes, wet bag for dirty nappies and a change of clothes! Put dirty nappies in the wet bag and sort out when you get home. Have a chat to your childcare providers - lots of nurseries and childminders have experience using cloth nappies and are more than happy to accept them. Don’t forget: if you use just one cloth nappy each day, you will send about 900 fewer nappies to landfill - so it doesn’t have to be all or nothing!

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An interactive storytelling session for under 5s and their parent/carer.

Our weekly Youth Theatre sessions are designed to teach a wide variety of theatre skills and encourage speech development, confidence and team work.

This fun, sensory experience will immerse you and your little ones into a magical world based on well loved books. Expect songs, music making and crafts as well as a cuppa for the adults! Tickets: £8 for one adult and one child Babies under 6 months free. (additional child £2, additional adult £1)

There are multiple performance opportunities and offers to see shows at our venue as part of their learning. Prologue (4-6 yrs): 4pm - 4.45pm £70 per 10 week term Act 1 (7-10 yrs): 5pm - 6pm £75 per 10 week term Act 2 (11-14 yrs): 6.15 - 7.30pm £80 per 10 week term

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Cornerstone Toddlers

The Oak Tree Centre, Wallinger Drive, Shenley Brook End, MK5 7BS. 07736 449746. www.ccchimps.com. • Cha Char Chimps Show: 10:00 - 11:00. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan, 17 Jan, 24 Jan & 31 Jan.

Daisychain Family Centre

Summerlin Centre Station Rd, Woburn Sands, MK17 8SG. 08448221158. www.musicbugs.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 10:35 & 11:00 - 11:35. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 28 Mar.

Cornerstone Church, 300 Saxon Gate West, MK9 2ES. 01908 237777 or 07854 762676. www.cornerstonemk.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 11:45. Ages: 1 mths - 4 yrs 11 mths. Cost: £2 (drop in). Dates: 7 Feb - 14 Feb & 28 Feb - 4 Apr.

Abbeys Primary School, Melrose Avenue, West Bletchley, MK3 6PS. 01908 641454. • Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

MK Multiples

Kents Hill Community Centre, Kents Hill, MK7 6HG. Times: 10:00 - 12:00. Ages: Pregnancy - 5 yrs. Cost: £4 (drop in). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

Rainbow Children’s Centre

Pepper Hill School, Bradville, MK13 7BQ. 01908 227925. • Tiny Rainbows: 9:30 - 10:45. Ages: Pregnancy - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

Robins Children’s Centre

Glovers Lane, Heelands, MK13 7QL. 01908 318 758. • Bumps and Babies: 10:00 - 11:15. Ages: Pregnancy - 1 yrs. Cost: £1 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

Seedlings Children Centre

Singleton Drive, Grange Farm, MK8 0PZ. 01908 503736. www.milton-keynes.gov.uk. • Toddler Stay & Play: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 10 Jan - 28 Mar.

Sunshine Children’s Centre

Dulverton Drive, Furzton, MK4 1EZ. 01908 508566. • Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 4 Apr.

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Baby College Milton Keynes & Buckingham

Old Bath House, MK, 205 Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK12 5LY. 07976 484212. www.babycollege.co.uk. • Junior Class: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 18 mths - 4 yrs. • Toddler Class: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 9 - 18 mths. • Infant Class: 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 0 - 9 mths. Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 4 Apr.

DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Linslade Community Hall, Waterloo Road, Leighton Road, LU7 2NR. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Baby Boppers: 15:00 - 15:45. Ages: 21/2 yrs - 31/2 yrs. • Funky Monkeys: 16:00 - 16:45. Ages: 31/2 yrs - 5 yrs 11 mths. • Groovy Movers: 17:05 - 17:50. Ages: 5 yrs - 9 yrs 11 mths. Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

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Holiday Inn Hotel, 500 Saxon Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £17 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 4 Apr.

Tickford Meadow Children’s Centre, Thames Drive, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9DS. 01908 217135. www.milton-keynes.gov.uk. • Stay and Play: 13:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar. 30 Toddle About MK & Bucks Jan - Mar 2022

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1 Germander Place, Conniburrow, MK14 7DU. 01908 675575. • Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Daisychain Family Centre

Abbeys Primary, Melrose Ave, West Bletchley, MK3 6PS. 01908 641454. • Little Explorers (Under 1s): 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. • Little Daisies: 10:30 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar. • Toddle Time (Fortnightly): 14:00 - 14:45. Ages: 0 - 3 yrs. Dates: 11 Jan, 25 Jan, 8 Feb, 22 Feb, 8 Mar & 22 Mar. Cost: Free (drop in).

Hummingbird Children’s Centre

Broughton Fields School, Shackerstone Cl, MK6 4LP. 01908 609609. • Stay and Play: 9:30 - 10:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. • Hummingbabes: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 11/2 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Milton Keynes Christian Centre Toddler Group

Milton Keynes Christian Centre, Strudwick Drive, Oldbrook, MK6 2TG. 01908 670655. www.mkcc.org.uk. Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Milton Keynes Central Library

555 Silbury Boulevard, MK9 3HL. • Song and Rhyme Time: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 2 yrs. • Storytime: 10:45 - 11:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

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Baby College Milton Keynes & Buckingham

North Crawley Institute, 3 Folly Lane, North Crawley, MK16 9LN. 07976 484212. www.babycollege.co.uk. • Junior Class 18 mths - 4 yrs: 9:30 - 10:15. • Toddler Class 9-18 mths: 10:30 - 11:15. Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 5 Apr.

Baby College Milton Keynes & Buckingham

Newton Leys Pavilion, Furzey Way, Newton Leys, MK3 5SP. 07976 484212. www.babycollege.co.uk. • Infant Class: 12:30 - 13:15. Ages: 0 - 9 mths. • Toddler Class: 13:30 - 14:15. Ages: 9 - 18 mths. Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 5 Apr.

The Institute, High Street, Woburn Sands, Mk17 8SD. • Story Time: 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

PHYSICAL FUN

Pebbles Childrens Centre

Medbourne Pavilion, Pascal Drive, Medbourne, Milton Keynes, MK5 6LS. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk. Times: 14:15 - 14:45. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £5.50 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 12 Apr.

Newlyn Place, Fishermead Boulevard, MK6 2LP. 01908 240556. • Baby Explorers: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. • Stay and Play: 13:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Rainbow Children’s Centre

Pepper Hill School, Bradville, MK13 7BQ. 01908 227925. • Stay and Play: 13:00 - 14:30. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 29 Mar.

Robins Children’s Centre

Ashbrook School, 38 The High Street, Two Mile Ash, MK8 8NA. 01908 318 758. • Story, Songs and Rhyme Time: 9:00 - 10:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Tickford Meadow/Woodlands Children Centres

Thames Drive, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9DS. 01908 217135. www.milton-keynes.gov.uk. • Butterflies - inclusive group for children with additional needs: 13:00 - 14:15. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

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Cha Char Chimps CIC

Wolverton Bath House Community Centre, Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK12 5RL. www.ccchimps.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Dates: 11 Jan, 18 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb & 8 Feb. Cost: £6 (booking essential).

Music Bugs Milton Keynes

360 Play, Roebuck Way, Knowlhill, MK5 8HL. 08448 221158. www.musicbugs.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 10:35 & 11:00 - 11:35. Ages: 3 mths - 4 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 29 Mar. Get 3 sessions (in a row) as a trial for just £12

The Signing Company

The Old Fire Station, Woburn Sands, MK17 8GP. 07730 535325. www.nikki.thesigningcompany.co.uk. • Signing Babies: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 5 mths - 21/2 yrs. • Signing Toddlers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 11/2 yrs - 3 yrs. Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 15 Feb & 1 Mar - 29 Mar.

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SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Wolverton Swimming & Fitness Centre, Addington Avenue, Stratford Park, Wolverton, MK12 5GH. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:00 - 9:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 5 Apr.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Clophill Pool, 22 Back Street, Clophill, MK45 4BY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 12:30 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 5 Apr.

WEDNESDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Churchtots

Holy Trinity Church Room, Church Lane, Deanshanger, Milton Keynes, MK19 6HG. Times: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Conniburrow Children’s Centre

1 Germander Place, Conniburrow, MK14 7DU. 01908 675575. • Messy Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 12 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Daisychain Family Centre

Abbeys Primary School, Melrose Avenue, West Bletchley, MK3 6PS. 01908 641454. • Mucky Pups: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. • Soft Play: 13:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 3 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Hummingbird Children’s Centre

Broughton Fields School, Shackerstone Cl, MK6 4LP. 01908 609609. • Young Parents’ Group: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 12 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar. Jan - Mar 2022

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Little Owls Children’s Centre

Oxley Park Community Centre, Redgrave Drive, Oxley Park, MK4 4TA. 01908 520261. • Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 12 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Seedlings Children Centre

Sneak a peek, it’s all amazing!

Singleton Drive, Grange Farm, MK8 0PZ. 01908 503736. • Baby Group: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: Pregnancy - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 12 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 6 Apr.

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Sunshine Children’s Centre

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Dulverton Drive, Furzton, MK4 1EZ. 01908 508566. • Stay and Play: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 12 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Tickford Meadow/Woodlands Children Centres

Thames Drive, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9DS. 01908 217135. • Bumps and Babies: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: Pregnancy - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 12 Jan 9 Feb, 23 Feb - 30 Mar, 12 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Woodlands Children Centre

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Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Olney Centre, High Street, Olney, MK46 4EF. 01908 217135. Wolverton Swimming & Fitness Centre, Addington Avenue, Stratford www.milton-keynes.gov.uk. BS_A6_Advert_Image-1_Postcode_Update_1.indd 1 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. 19/01/2015 Park, Wolverton, MK12 5GH. • Story and Song Time: 13:00 - 13:45. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Times: 13:45 - 14:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 12 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar. Dates: 5 Jan - 6 Apr.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Cha Char Chimps - MK South

Longueville Hall, Whaddon Rd, Newton Longville, MK17 0AT. 07736 449746. www.ccchimps.com. • Cha Char Chimps Show: 10:00 - 11:00. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan & 26 Jan.

Music Bugs Milton Keynes

Deanshanger Community Centre, Little London, Deanshanger, MK19 6HT. 08448221158. www.musicbugs.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 10:35 & 11:00 - 11:35. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 30 Mar.

The Signing Company

360 Play MK, Roebuck Way, Knowlhill, MK5 8HL. 07730 535325. www.nikki.thesigningcompany.co.uk. • Signing Babies: 11:00 - 11:45. Ages: 5 mths - 21/2 yrs. Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 12 Jan - 16 Feb & 2 Mar - 30 Mar.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT Baby Sensory North Bucks

Woburn Sands, Mary Adams Church Hall, Aspley Hill, Woburn Sands, MK17 8NN. 07876643276. www.babysensory.com. Times: 10:00 - 10:45, 11:30 - 12:15, 13:00 - 13:45 & 14:30 - 15:15. Ages: 13 mths. Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 30 Mar.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Holiday Inn Hotel, 500 Saxon Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 6 Apr. 32 Toddle About MK & Bucks Jan - Mar 2022

THURSDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Church Mice

St Peter’s & St Paul’s Church, Church Street, Olney, MK46 4AD. 01234 712772. Times: 10:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Conniburrow Children’s Centre

1 Germander Place, Conniburrow, MK14 7DU. 01908 675575. • Bumps and Babies: 13:00 - 14:30. Ages: Pregnancy - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Daisychain Family Centre

Abbeys Primary, Melrose Ave, West Bletchley, MK3 6PS. 01908 641454. • Mini Movers: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 2 yrs. • Stay and Play: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Hummingbird Children’s Centre

Broughton Fields School, Shackerstone Close, MK6 4LP. 01908 609609. • Language Cafe: 11:00 - 12:00. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Bletchley Library

Westfield Road, Bletchley, MK2 2RA. • Story Time: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Kingston Library

Winchester Circle, Kingston, MK9 3HL. • Story Time: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 7 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 13 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar. Search activities online at

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Pebbles Childrens Centre

Newlyn Place, Fishermead Boulevard, MK6 2LP. 01908 240556. • Mini Movers: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Rainbow Children’s Centre

Pepper Hill School, Bradville, MK13 7BQ. 01908 227925. • Rainbows Lucky Dip: 9:30 - 10:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Robins Children’s Centre

Glovers Lane, Heelands, MK13 7QL. 01908 318 758. • Bumps and Babies: 10:00 - 11:15. Ages: Pregnancy - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Seedlings Children Centre

Whitehouse Primary School, Vaynol Way, Whitehouse, MK8 1AG. 01908 503736. www.milton-keynes.gov.uk. • Story and Rhyme Time: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 7 Apr.

Sunshine Children’s Centre

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Tickford Meadow Children Centres

Conniburrow Children’s Centre

Dulverton Drive, Furzton, MK4 1EZ. 01908 508566. • Baby Group: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Thames Drive, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9DS. 01908 217135. www.milton-keynes.gov.uk. • Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Cha Char Chimps CIC

Stony Stratford ‘York House’ , London Rd, Stony Stratford, MK11 1JQ. www.ccchimps.com. • Cha Char Chimps Show: 9:45 - 10:45. • Baby Chimps Show: 11:00 - 11:45. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 14 Apr.

PARENTS & TOTS

1 Germander Place, Conniburrow, MK14 7DU. 01908 675575. • Family Breakfast: 8:45 - 9:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. • Crafty Cuppa: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

Daisychain Family Centre

Abbeys Primary, Melrose Ave, West Bletchley, MK3 6PS. 01908 641454. • Baby Clinic and Baby Group: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 25 Mar.

Little Owls Children’s Centre

Oxley Park Centre, Redgrave Drive, Oxley Park, MK4 4TA. 01908 520261. • Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

Cha Char Chimps CIC

Westcroft Library

Music Bugs Milton Keynes

St John Street, Newport Pagnell, MK16 8HQ. • Stories, Songs and Rhymes: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

Wolverton ‘Bath House Community Centre’, Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK12 5RL. www.ccchimps.com. • Cha Char Chimps Show: 9:45 - 10:45. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 14 Apr.

Portfield Community Centre, 8 Wordsworth Avenue, Newport Pagnell, MK16 8SB. 08448221158. www.musicbugs.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 10:35 & 11:00 - 11:35. Ages: 6 mths - 4 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 31 Mar.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT

Baby College Milton Keynes & Buckingham

The Summerlin Centre, Station Road, Woburn Sands, MK17 8SG. 07976 484212. www.babycollege.co.uk. • Toddler Class: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 9 - 18 mths. • Infant Class: 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 0 - 9 mths. Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 13 Jan - 7 Apr.

SWIMMING

Turtle Tots Milton Keynes & Bedford

DW Fitness, Stadium Way, MK1 1ST. 01604 372747. www.turtletots.com. Times: 10:30 - 13:00. Ages: 3 mths - 4 yrs. Cost: £13 (booking essential). Dates: 13 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, MK4 4DE. • Stories, Songs and Rhymes: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 25 Mar.

Newport Pagnell Library

Wolverton Library

Town Hall, Creed Street, Wolverton, MK12 5LY. • Stories, Songs and Rhymes: 14:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 25 Mar.

Pebbles Childrens Centre

Newlyn Place, Fishermead Boulevard, MK6 2LP. 01908 240556. • Story & Song Time: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (please book). Dates: 7 Jan, 21 Jan, 4 Feb, 4 Mar & 18 Mar.

Rainbow Children’s Centre

Pepper Hill School, Bradville, MK13 7BQ. 01908 227925. • Stay and Play: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

Robins Children’s Centre

Glovers Lane, Heelands, MK13 7QL. 01908 318 758. • Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Seedlings Children Centre

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Woburn Baby And Toddler Group

Nuffield Health, 602 Marlborough Gate, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 14:45 - 15:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 7 Apr. Clophill Pool, 22 Back Street, Clophill, MK45 4BY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 7 Apr.

Singleton Drive, Grange Farm, MK8 0PZ. 01908 503736. • Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr. Woburn Village Hall, Crawley Road, Woburn, MK17 9QD. • Woburn Baby and Toddler Group: 9:15 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £2.50 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

Wolverton Evangelical Church

Wolverton Evangelical Church, Emmanuel Hall, 108A Church Street, Wolverton, MK12 5JW. 01908 319719. www.wecmk.org. • Explorers Club : 17:15 - 18:15. Ages: 4 - 11 yrs. Games, story & craft. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan. Follow us for daily updates!

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MUSIC & SIGNING

Cha Char Chimps - MK South

Newton Leys Pavilion, Furzey Way, Newton Leys, MK3 5SP. 07736 449746. www.ccchimps.com. • Cha Char Chimps Show: 10:00 - 11:00. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan, 14 Jan, 21 Jan & 28 Jan.

Cha Char Chimps CIC

Old Stratford ‘Community Hall’, Deanshanger Rd, Old Stratford, MK19 6NL. www.ccchimps.com. • Cha Char Chimps Show: 10:00 - 11:00. Dates: 7 Jan - 15 Apr. Cost: £6 (booking essential).

Deanshanger Library

Little London, Deanshanger, MK19 6HT. 0300 126 7000. • Rhymetime: 14:15 - 14:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 7 Jan - 1 Apr.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT

Baby College Milton Keynes & Buckingham

360 Play MK, 27 Roebuck Way, Knowlhill, MK5 8HL. 07976 484212. www.babycollege.co.uk. • Junior Class: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 18 mths - 4 yrs. • Toddler Class: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 9 - 18 mths. • Infant Class: 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 0 - 9 mths. Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 14 Jan - 8 Apr.

Baby Sensory North Bucks

Mary Adams Church Hall, Aspley Hill, Woburn Sands, MK17 8NN. 07876643276. www.babysensory.com. Times: 10:00 - 10:45, 11:30 - 12:15, 13:00 - 13:45 & 14:30 - 15:15. Ages: 13 mths. Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 1 Apr.

DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Billington Village Hall, Gaddesden Turn, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 9BW. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Tiny Tots: 9:20 - 9:50 & 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 1 yrs - 21/2 yrs. • Baby Boppers: 10:10 - 10:55. Ages: 21/2 yrs - 5 yrs. Cost: £7 - £8 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

PHYSICAL FUN

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

MK Rugby Club, Emerson Valley Sports Pavilion, Bowland Dr, Emerson Valley, MK4 2DN. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 10:30 & 10:40 - 11:25. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £5.50 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 15 Apr.

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Music Bugs Milton Keynes

The Sunshine Centre, Dulverton Drive, Furzton, MK4 1EZ. 08448 221158. www.musicbugs.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 10:35 & 11:00 11:35. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 1 Apr.

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Sunshine Children’s Centre

Dulverton Drive, Furzton, MK4 1EZ. 01908 508566. • Dad’s Group: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free Date: 15 Jan.

The Rowans Family Centre

13A Moorfoot, Fullers Slade, MK11 2BD. 01908 565852. • Dad’s Group: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 29 Jan.

The Windmill Childrens Centre

New Bradwell School, Bounty Street, New Bradwell, MK13 0BQ. 01908 312473. www.milton-keynes.gov.uk. • Dad’s Group: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 26 Feb.

Tickford Meadow Children's Centres

SWIMMING

Thames Drive, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9DS. 01908 217135. • Dad’s Group: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 5 Mar.

DW Fitness, Aspects Leisure Centre, Newnham Avenue, Bedford, MK41 9LW. 01604 372747. www.turtletots.com. Times: 15:30 - 17:30. Ages: 3 mths - 4 yrs. Cost: £13 (booking essential). Dates: 14 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

The Robins Children’s Centre

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

DANCE & DRAMA

Turtle Tots Milton Keynes & Bedford

Holiday Inn Hotel, 500 Saxon Gate West, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £17 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 8 Apr & 7 Jan - 8 Apr.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Fitness First, Unit B, Stadium Way, West MK1 1ST. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 8 Apr.

SATURDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Saplings Children’s Centre

Queensway, Bletchley, MK2 2HB. 01908 378123. • Dad’s Group: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free Dates: 5 Feb.

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Glovers Lane, Heelands, MK13 7QL. 01908 318 758. • Dad’s Group: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 22 Jan.

Dance & Drama Classes by Jukebox Junction

Newton Leys Pavilion, Newton Leys, MK3 5SP. 07864 212171. www.jukeboxjunction.co.uk. • Tiny Twisters: 9:40 - 10:10. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £5 (drop in). • Boogie Boppers: 10:25 - 11:05. Ages: 5 - 8 yrs. Cost: £6 (drop in). Dates: 8 Jan - 5 Feb & 26 Feb - 26 Mar.

Tot Bop

Pages Park Pavilion, Richmond Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 4RF. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Baby Boppers: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs. • Funky Monkeys: 9:50 - 10:35. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs. • Tap Dance Class: 10:55 - 11:25. Ages: 4 - 9 yrs. • Groovy Movers: 11:45 - 12:30. Ages: 5 yrs - 9 yrs. Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 12 Feb & 26 Feb - 2 Apr. Search activities online at

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Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

Shenley Brook End School, Walbank Grove, Shenley Brook End, MK5 7ZT. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk. Times: 8:25 - 8:55, 9:00 - 9:45, 9:50 - 10:35, 10:40 - 11:10 & 11:20 - 12:05. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 16 Apr.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Holiday Inn Hotel, 500 Saxon Gate West, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 8:00 - 8:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 2 Apr.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Daisy First Aid Bedford & surrounding areas

Newton Longville Free Church, London End, Newton Longville, MK17 OAZ. 07968 037798. www.daisyfirstaid.com. • Daisy First Aid - Family First Aid class: 10:00 - 12:30. Cost: £25 (booking essential). Dates: 26 Feb.

Daisy First Aid Bedford & surrounding areas

Milton Keynes Quaker Centre, 1 Oakley Gardens, MK15 9BH. 07968 037798. www.daisyfirstaid.com. • Daisy First Aid - Level 3 Blended Learning Paediatric First Aid course: 10:00 - 16:00. Cost: £80 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Mar.

SUNDAY

PHYSICAL FUN Little Kickers MK

Oakgrove School, Venturer Gate, Oakgrove, MK10 9JQ. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Little Kicks: 8:30 - 9:15. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs. • Junior Kickers: 9:30 - 10:15 & 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs. • Mega Kickers: 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 16 Apr.

Little Kickers MK

Rickley Park School, Rickley Lane, MK3 6EW. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Little Kicks: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs. • Junior Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs. • Mega Kickers: 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 9 Jan - 10 Apr.

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

Shenley Brook End School, Walbank Grove, Shenley Brook End, MK5 7ZT. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk. Times: 8:35 - 9:05, 9:10 - 9:40, 9:45 - 10:30 & 10:35 - 11:20. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7 (booking essential). Dates: 9 Jan - 10 Apr.

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

Medbourne Pavilion, Pascal Drive, Medbourne, Milton Keynes, MK5 6LS. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk. Times: 8:35 - 9:05, 9:10 - 9:40, 9:45 - 10:15 & 10:35 - 11:05. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £5.50 (booking essential). Dates: 9 Jan - 10 Apr.

Tickford Park Primary School, Avon Close, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9DH. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Little Kicks: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs. • Junior Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs. • Mega Kickers: 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 16 Apr.

Turtle Tots Milton Keynes & Bedford

Little Kickers MK

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Woughton Leisure Centre, Rainbow Drive, Leadenhall, MK6 5EJ. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Junior Kickers: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 9:40 - 10:25. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs. • Mega Kickers: 10:45 - 11:30. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 16 Apr.

Little Kickers MK

Brooklands Comm. Sports Pavillion, Countess Way, Brooklands, MK10 7HN. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Junior Kickers: 9:15 - 10:00. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 10:15 - 11:00. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 16 Apr.

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

MK Rugby Club, Emerson Valley Sports Pavilion, Bowland Drive, Emerson Valley, MK4 2DN. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk. Times: 9:00 - 9:30, 9:45 - 10:30, 10:30 - 11:00, 11:15 - 12:00 & 12:00 - 12:45. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £5.50 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 16 Apr. Follow us for daily updates!

SWIMMING

DW Fitness, Stadium Way, MK1 1ST. 01604 372747. www.turtletots.com. Times: 14:00 - 15:30. Ages: 3 mths - 4 yrs. Cost: £13 (booking essential). Dates: 9 Jan - 6 Feb & 27 Feb - 3 Apr.

Holiday Inn Hotel, 500 Saxon Gate West, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 11:30 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 9 Jan - 3 Apr.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Wolverton Swimming & Fitness Centre, Addington Avenue, Stratford Park, Wolverton, MK12 5GH. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 15:00 - 15:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 9 Jan - 3 Apr.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Daisy First Aid Bedford & surrounding areas

Stewartby Village Hall, Stewartby Way, Stewartby, Bedford, MK43 9LX. 07968 037798. www.daisyfirstaid.com. • Family First Aid class: 10:00 - 12:30. Cost: £25 (booking essential). Dates: 20 Mar.

Jan - Mar 2022

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MONDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Berryfields Family Centre (Aylesbury)

John Fitzjohn Avenue, Aylesbury, HP18 0FG. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

Elmhurst Family Centre

Elmhurst School, Dunsham Lane, Aylesbury, HP20 2DB. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • My First Playtime: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

Buckingham Family Centre

Grenville Combined School, Chandos Road, Buckingham, MK18 1AP. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 12:30 - 14:00. For up to date info visit www.bucksfamilyinfo.org Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

St Martha’s Church, Park Road, Tring, HP23 6BP. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Jiggety Jig: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. • Heigh Ho: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Pitstone Village Hall, Vicarage Road, Pitstone, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 9EY. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Tiny Tots: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs. • Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 21/2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7 - 8 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

PHYSICAL FUN

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

Lace Hill Academy, Catchpin Street, Buckingham, MK18 7RR. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk. Times: 9:10 - 9:40 & 10:35 - 11:20. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 11 Apr.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

MS Centre, Oakwood Close, Wendover, HP22 5GF. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:00 - 9:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 4 Apr.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Buckingham Best Western Hotel, A421 Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £17 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 4 Apr.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Nuffield Health - Aylesbury, 1-2 Trenchard Street, Aylesbury, HP19 7AA. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 4 Apr.

TUESDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Buckingham Family Centre

Grenville Combined School, Chandos Road, Buckingham, MK18 1AP. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • My First Playtime: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar. 36 Toddle About MK & Bucks Jan - Mar 2022

Elmhurst Family Centre

Elmhurst School, Dunsham Lane, Aylesbury, HP20 2DB. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Grandparent’s Group: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Wing Family Centre

Church Street, Wing, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0NY. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • My First Playtime: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Buckingham Family Centre

Meadoway, Steeple Claydon, MK18 2PA. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • My First Playtime: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Little Fishes Baby Group

Church of the Holy Spirit, Church Hall, 71a Camborne Avenue, Aylesbury, HP21 7UE. 01296 394759. www.holyspiritbedgrove.org. Times: 13:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 22 Mar.

Tuesday Tots

Granville Street Church, Granville Street, Aylesbury, HP20 2JR. 01296 334154. Times: 9:45 - 11:15. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Winslow Baby and Toddler Group

Winslow Public Hall, Elmfields Gate, Winslow, MK18 3JA. Times: 10:00 - 11:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2.50 (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Wendover Guide Hut, Manor Crescent, Wendover, HP22 6HH. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Jiggety Jig: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. • Ding-Dong: 11:45 - 12:15. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Wendover Community Library

Wendover Community Library, Wendover Community Library, High St, Wendover, HP22 6DU. 01296 382415. • Bounce & Rhyme: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 22 Mar.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT Baby Sensory North Bucks

Lace Hill Community Centre, Windsor Park, Catchpin Street, Buckingham, MK18 7RR. 07876643276. www.babysensory.com. Times: 10:00 - 10:45, 11:30 - 12:15 & 13:00 - 13:45. Ages: 0 - 13 mths. Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 29 Mar.

DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Fairford Leys Church Hall, Hampden Square, Aylesbury, HP19 7HT. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Tiny Tots: 9:20 - 9:50 & 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs. • Baby Boppers: 10:10 - 10:55. Ages: 21/2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7 - 8 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 15 Feb & 1 Mar - 5 Apr.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

MS Centre, Oakwood Close, Wendover, HP22 5GF. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:00 - 9:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 5 Apr.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Buckingham Best Western Hotel, A421 Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £17 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 5 Apr. Search activities online at

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MONDAY - WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY - THURSDAY WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY

WEDNESDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Berryfields Family Centre (Aylesbury)

John Fitzjohn Avenue, Aylesbury, HP18 0FG. 01296 383293. • My First Playtime: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Buckingham Family Centre

Meadoway, Steeple Claydon, MK18 2PA. 01296 383293. • Play and Explore (at Steeple Claydon): 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Wing Family Centre

Church Street, Wing, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0NY. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Southcourt Baptist Church

Southcourt Baptist Church, 40 Penn Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8HW. 01296 480080. www.southcourtbaptist.org.uk. • The Ark Parent and Toddler Group: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 3 yrs. Free play, singing, stories and refreshments Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Wendover Guide Hut, Manor Crescent, Wendover, HP22 6HH. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:30 - 10:00 & 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Jiggety Jig: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 11:45 - 12:15. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 12 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

St Marys Centre, Church End, Haddenham, HP17 8AJ. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 10:15 - 10:45 & 11:45 - 12:15. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. • Jiggety Jig: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 12 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

AYLESBURY VALE AREA

Southcourt Family Centre Plus (Aylesbury)

Aylesbury College Campus, Oxford Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8PD. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • My First Playtime: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Fishes Toddler Group

Church of the Holy Spirit, 71a Camborne Avenue, Aylesbury, HP21 7UE. 01296 394759. www.holyspiritbedgrove.org. Times: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop i). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 24 Mar.

Steeple Claydon Baby and Toddler Group

The Village Hall, 48 Queen Catherine Rd, Steeple Claydon, MK18 2PY. Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Your Cafe in the Park, London Road, Aston Clinton, HP22 5HL. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Jiggety Jig: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 11:00 - 11:30 & 12:30 - 13:00. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. • Ding-Dong: 11:45 - 12:15. Ages: 3 yrs - 4 yrs 11 mths. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Fairford Leys Community Centre, Hampden Square, Fairford Leys, Aylesbury, HP19 7HT. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Jiggety Jig: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT Baby Sensory North Bucks

Wingrave Community Centre, Church Street, Wingrave, Aylesbury, HP22 4PE. 07876643276. www.babysensory.com. Times: 10:00 - 10:45, 11:30 - 12:15 & 13:00 - 13:45. Ages: 0 - 13 mths. Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 31 Mar.

Sparkles

DANCE & DRAMA

Aylesbury, Email for Location, Aylesbury, HP20. sparkles.org.uk. • Sparkles Speech Therapy: 9:30 - 16:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Speech Therapy for children with Down’s Syndrome Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Northchurch Social Centre, Bell Lane, Northchurch, Berkhamsted, HP4 3RD. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Tiny Tots: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs. • Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 21/2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7 - 8 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Tot Bop

Wing Village Hall, 71 Leighton Road, Wing, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0NN. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Tiny Tots: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs. • Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 21/2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

DANCE & DRAMA Nora Grace Hall, Faversham Close, Tring, HP23 5BA. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Tiny Tots: 9:20 - 9:50 & 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs. • Baby Boppers: 10:10 - 10:55. Ages: 21/2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7 - 8 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

SWIMMING

Cottesloe Physio, Old Park Farm, Cublington Road, Wing, LU7 0LB. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 13:00 - 13:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 12 Apr.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

THURSDAY

PARENTS & TOTS Lighthouse Toddler Group

Buckingham Best Western Hotel, A421 Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:30 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £17 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 7 Apr.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Nuffield Health - Aylesbury, 1-2 Trenchard Street, Aylesbury, HP19 7AA. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:00 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 7 Apr.

Walton Hall, Walton Road, Aylesbury, HP21 7QX. 01296 398110. Times: 10:30 - 11:45. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb, 24 Feb - 31 Mar, 13 Jan - 17 Feb & 3 Mar - 7 Apr. Follow us for daily updates!

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SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

MS Centre, Oakwood Close, Wendover, HP22 5GF. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 8 Apr.

SATURDAY

PARENTS & TOTS Who Let The Dads Out?

Granville Street Church, Granville Street, Aylesbury, HP20 2JR. 01296 334154. www.granvillestreetchurch.org.uk. Times: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 8 Jan & 5 Feb.

PHYSICAL FUN Little Kickers MK

Royal Latin School, Chandos Road, Buckingham, MK18 1AX. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Junior Kickers: 9:10 - 9:55. Ages: 21/2 yrs - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 10:05 - 10:50. Ages: 31/2 yrs - 5 yrs. • Little Kicks: 11:00 - 11:45. Ages: 11/2 yrs - 21/2 yrs. Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 16 Apr.

Little Kickers Oxford, Aylesbury & West Oxford

Prebendal Farm Community Centre, Somerville Way, off Fowler Road, Aylesbury, HP19 7QT. 07503 142496. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Little Kicks: 8:40 - 9:25. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs. • Junior Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20 & 11:20 - 12:05. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8.30 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 16 Apr.

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

FRIDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Southcourt Family Centre Plus (Aylesbury)

Aylesbury College Campus, Oxford Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8PD. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

Weeniebeans

Fairford Leys Community Centre, Hampden Square, Aylesbury, HP19 7HT. 07796683206. www.weeniebeans.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 3 yrs. Cost: £7 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Lace Hill Academy, Catchpin Street, Buckingham, MK18 7RR. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk. Times: 8:35 - 9:05, 9:45 - 10:30 & 11:25 - 12:10. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 16 Apr.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

MS Centre, Oakwood Close, Wendover, HP22 5GF. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 8:30 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 2 Apr.

SUNDAY

PHYSICAL FUN

Little Kickers Oxford, Aylesbury & West Oxford

Wades Park, 50 Stratton Rd, Princes Risborough, HP27 9AX. 07503 142496. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Little Kicks: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs. • Junior Kickers: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 21/2 yrs - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 31/2 yrs - 5 yrs. Cost: £8.30 (booking essential). Dates: 9 Jan - 10 Apr.

Little Kickers Oxford, Aylesbury & West Oxford

St Marys Centre, Church End, Haddenham, HP17 8AJ. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Award winning music classes for babies & toddlers • Jiggety Jig: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Heigh Ho: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

Edinburgh Playing Field, Churchill Avenue, Aylesbury, HP21 8NG. 07503 142496. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Little Kicks: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs. • Junior Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 31/2 yrs - 5 yrs. Cost: £8.30 (booking essential). Dates: 9 Jan - 10 Apr.

DANCE & DRAMA

SWIMMING

Waddesdon Village Hall, 107 Baker Street, Waddesdon, Aylesbury, HP18 0LQ. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Tiny Tots: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs. • Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 21/2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7 - 8 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 18 Feb & 4 Mar - 8 Apr.

MS Centre, Oakwood Close, Wendover, HP22 5GF. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 8:45 - 12:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 9 Jan - 3 Apr.

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MONDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Beaconsfield Family Centre

Beacon Close, Holtspur, Beaconsfield, HP9 1RJ. 01494 678244. • Stories and Crafts: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email amershamfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

Newtown Family Centre Plus (Chesham)

Berkhampstead Road, Chesham, HP5 3AT. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Chai Shai: 9:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

Hampden Way Family Centre

The Community Centre, Hampden Way, High Wycombe, HP13 7TJ. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 10:30. Email mapledeanfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb.

The Ivers Family Centre

Grange Way, Iver, SL0 9NT. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email theiversfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

Burnham Family Centre

Minniecroft Road, Burnham, Slough, SL1 7DE. 01296 383293. • Stories and Crafts: 13:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

Marlow Family Centre

Newfield Road, Marlow, SL7 1JW. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 13:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email mapledeanfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb.

Little Fish High Wycombe

Wycombe Marsh Baptist Church, London Road Wycombe Marsh, High Wycombe, HP11 1ET. 07940 953 909. Times: 14:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

Tiddlywinks

Marlow Methodist Church, Spittal Street, Marlow, SL7 3HJ. 07799 854 535. Times: 8:45 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

Urchins Toddler Group

United Reformed Church, The Broadway, Chesham, HP5 1BX. 01494776014. www.cheshamurc.org.uk. Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Wrights Meadow Centre, Wrights Meadow Road, High Wycombe, HP11 1SQ. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Jiggety Jig: 9:15 - 9:45. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Heigh Ho: 10:00 - 10:30 & 11:30 - 12:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 10:45 - 11:15 & 12:10 - 12:40. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. • Ding-Dong: 13:00 - 13:30. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 7 Feb & 21 Feb - 28 Mar.

DANCE & DRAMA

Stage Plus School of Performing Arts

Whitecross Village Hall, Aylesbury Road, Princes Risborough, HP27 0JT. 07931 180807. www.stageplus.co.uk. • Stage Plus Mini Musketeers: 16:30 - 17:00. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.50 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 28 Mar.

SWIMMING

The Chiltern Pools

Bensheim Way, Chiltern Avenue, Amersham, HP6 5AH. 01494 723969. www.better.org.uk.

• Pre School Swimming Lessons: 10:30 - 11:00, 12:00 12:30 & 15:30 - 16:00.

30 min lessons. Membership is £33 per month Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8.75 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 28 Mar.

Water Babies Oxford

Cedar Park School, Cedar Avenue, Hazlemere, High Wycombe, HP15 7EF. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 13:00. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 (booking essential). Dates: 10 Jan - 14 Feb & 28 Feb - 28 Mar.

TUESDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Beaconsfield Family Centre

Beacon Close, Beaconsfield, HP9 1RJ. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Messy Play: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email beaconsfieldfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Newtown Family Centre Plus (Chesham)

Berkhampstead Road, Chesham, HP5 3AT. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Messy Play: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email newtownfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Amersham Family Centre

Little Chalfont E-Act Academy, Bell Lane, Amersham, HP6 6PF. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Stories and Crafts: 13:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

The Ivers Family Centre

Grange Way, Iver, SL0 9NT. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Stories and Crafts: 13:00 - 13:20. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Hithercroft Family Centre

Anthony Close, High Wycombe, HP13 5SE. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 13:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb.

Chesham Library

Chesham Library, Elgiva Lane, Chesham, HP5 2JD. 01296 382 415. www.buckscc.gov.uk. • Bounce and Rhyme: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Marlow Bottom Mother and Toddler Group

Marlow Bottom Methodist Church, Marlow Bottom, Marlow, SL7 3PP. 01628 475725. Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

Small Saints

All Saints Church, Castle Street, High Wycombe, HP13 6RF. 07791 389598. www.allsaintshighwycombe.org. Times: 10:00 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: 50p (drop in). Dates: 11 Jan - 8 Feb & 22 Feb - 29 Mar.

SWIMMING Water Babies

Cedar Park School, Cedar Avenue, Hazlemere, High Wycombe, HP15 7EF. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 12:00. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 15 Feb & 1 Mar - 29 Mar.

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TUESDAY - THURSDAY Risborough Family Centre

Princes Risborough Primary School, Wellington Avenue, Princes Risborough, HP27 9HY. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 13:45 - 14:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email mapledeanfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb.

Chesham Library

Elgiva Lane, Chesham, HP5 2JD. 01296 382 415. www.buckscc.gov.uk. • Bounce and Rhyme: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 12 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Radnage Mother and Toddler Group

Radnage Common Road, Radnage, High Wycombe, HP14 4DF. 07754826598. Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1.50 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

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St Peters Church, Church Street, Burnham, SL1 7HX. 01628 664338. www.stpetersburnham.org. • Cherubs: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

St. Anne’s Parent & Toddler Group

St. Anne’s Church, London Road, High Wycombe, HP11 1ET. 07443 596304. Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

St. Michael’s Church (Amersham)

St.Michael Church, 70 Sycamore Rd, Amersham, HP6 5DR. 01494 726680. www.stmichaelsamersham.org.uk. • Nappy Days: 11:12 - 12:42. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

SWIMMING

The Chiltern Pools

Bensheim Way, Chiltern Avenue, Amersham, HP6 5AH. 01494 723969. www.better.org.uk.

Water Babies

Tylers Green Middle School, Cock Lane, Tylers Green, High Wycombe, HP10 8DS. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 13:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 15 Feb & 1 Mar - 29 Mar.

Water Babies

Lane End Private Pool, Walnut Tree House, Spring Coppice, Lane End, HP14 3NU. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 12:00. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Jan - 15 Feb & 1 Mar - 29 Mar.

WEDNESDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Mapledean Family Centre Plus

Cressex Road, High Wycombe, HP12 4PR. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email mapledeanfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb.

Amersham Family Centre

Little Chalfont E-Act Academy, Bell Lane, Amersham, HP6 6PF. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email amershamfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

Burnham Family Centre

Minniecroft Road, Burnham, Slough, SL1 7DE. 01296 383293. • Messy Play: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email burnhamfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb & 23 Feb - 30 Mar.

The Ivers Family Centre

Grange Way, Iver, SL0 9NT. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Little Talkers: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 11/2 - 3 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 9 Feb.

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• Pre School Swimming Lessons: 14:00 - 14:30.

30 min lessons. Membership is £33 per month Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8.75 (booking essential). Dates: 12 Jan - 30 Mar.

Water Babies Oxford

Cedar Park School, Cedar Avenue, Hazlemere, High Wycombe, HP15 7EF. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 16 Feb & 2 Mar - 30 Mar.

Water Babies Oxford

Lane End Private Pool, Walnut Tree House, Spring Coppice, Lane End, HP14 3NU. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 12:10. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Jan - 16 Feb & 2 Mar - 30 Mar.

THURSDAY

PARENTS & TOTS Risborough Family Centre

Princes Risborough Primary School, Wellington Avenue, Princes Risborough, HP27 9HY. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email mapledeanfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb.

Castlefield Family Centre

Rutland Avenue, Castlefield, High Wycombe, HP12 3LL. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email castlefieldfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb.

Newtown Family Centre Plus (Chesham)

Berkhampstead Road, Chesham, HP5 3AT. 01296 383293. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email newtownfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar. Search activities online at

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THURSDAY - SATURDAY The Ivers Family Centre

Grange Way, Iver, SL0 9NT. 01296 383293. • Messy Play: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email theiversfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Hampden Way Family Centre

The Community Centre, Hampden Way, High Wycombe, HP13 7TJ. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 13:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email mapledeanfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb.

Playhouse Toddlers - High Wycombe

The Hub, Union Baptist Church Easton Street, High Wycombe, HP11 1NJ. 01494 473889. Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

St Peters Burnham

St Peters Church, Church Street, Burnham, SL1 7HX. 01628 664338. www.stpetersburnham.org. • Little Angels: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 11/2 - 3 yrs. Cost: £2 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Wrights Meadow Centre, Wrights Meadow Road, High Wycombe, HP11 1SQ. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Jiggety Jig: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 11:00 - 11:30 & 11:45 - 12:15. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb & 24 Feb - 31 Mar.

Princes Risborough Library

Bell Street, Princes Risborough, HP27 0AA. 0845 230 3232. • Bounce and Rhyme: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (book). Dates: 6 Jan - 10 Feb, 24 Feb - 24 Mar & 14 Apr.

PHYSICAL FUN Little Kickers MK

The Polish Club, Raans Road, Amersham, HP6 6LX. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Little Kicks: 14:30 - 15:15. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs. • Junior Kickers: 15:30 - 16:15. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 16:25 - 17:10. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 14 Apr.

SWIMMING

The Chiltern Pools

Bensheim Way, Chiltern Avenue, Amersham, HP6 5AH. 01494 723969. www.better.org.uk. 30 min lessons. Membership is £33 per month.

• Pre School Swimming Lessons: 15:45 - 16:15.

Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8.75 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Jan - 31 Mar.

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FRIDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Mapledean Family Centre Plus

Cressex Road, High Wycombe, HP12 4PR. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 10:30. Email mapledeanfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb.

Amersham Family Centre

Little Chalfont E-Act Academy, Bell Lane, Amersham, HP6 6PF. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk. • Messy Play: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email amershamfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

SOUTH BUCKS AREA

FUN MUSIC CLASS! Multi Sensory, Pre-school Music and Movement Experience.

Term Time classes in Hazlemere & Holmer Green, S. Bucks Tel: 07717 879 903 Web: www.noizeeproductions.co.uk

Burnham Family Centre

Minniecroft Road, Burnham, Slough, SL1 7DE. 01296 383293. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email burnhamfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

Marlow Family Centre

Newfield Road, Marlow, SL7 1JW. 01296 383293. • Play and Explore: 13:30 - 14:30. Email mapledeanfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb.

Fun at One

Amersham Free Church, Woodside Road, Amersham, HP6 6AJ. 01494726816. amershamfreechurch.org.uk. Times: 13:00 - 14:40. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

Magpie Club Baby & Toddler Group

Coleshill Village Hall, Barracks Hill, Amersham, HP7 0LN. Times: 9:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Sands Village Hall, Lane End Road, Sands, High Wycombe, HP12 4JF. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:15 - 9:45 & 10:45 - 11:15. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Jiggety Jig: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 11:30 - 12:00. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT Sparkles

High Wycombe, Email for location, HP10. www.sparkles.org.uk. • Sparkles Speech Therapy: 9:30 - 16:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Speech Therapy for Children with Down’s Syndrome Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

DANCE & DRAMA Noizee Productions

Holmer Green Village Hall, The Common, Holmer Green, High Wycombe, HP15 6XG. 07717 879903. www.noizeeproductions.co.uk. • Fairytale Academy Creative Dance: 13:45 - 14:30. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. • Noizee Theatre: 16:30 - 18:00. Ages: 5 - 15 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 11 Feb & 25 Feb - 1 Apr.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Oxford

Cedar Park School, Cedar Avenue, Hazlemere, High Wycombe, HP15 7EF. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 12:30. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Jan - 18 Feb & 4 Mar - 1 Apr.

SATURDAY

DANCE & DRAMA

Stagecoach Theatre Arts School

Wycombe High School, Marlow Road, High Wycombe, HP11 1TB. 07539753718. www.stagecoach.co.uk. • Early Stages: 9:00 - 10:30, 9:30 - 11:00, 11:30 - 13:00 & 14:00 - 15:30. 30 mins each of singing, dance and drama per week Ages: 4 - 6 yrs. Cost: £14 (booking essential). • Mini Stages: 9:00 - 9:45 & 10:00 - 10:45. Theme-based drama, singing & movement Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £7 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 26 Mar. Jan - Mar 2022

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St. Michael’s Church (Amersham)

St.Michael Church, 70 Sycamore Rd, Amersham, HP6 5DR. 01494 726680. www.stmichaelsamersham.org.uk. • Messy Church: 11:30 - 13:00. Ages: 3 - 10 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 15 Jan, 19 Feb & 19 Mar.

PHYSICAL FUN Little Kickers MK

The Curzon Centre, 43 Maxwell Road, Beaconsfield, HP9 1RG. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Junior Kickers: 8:45 - 9:30 & 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20 & 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 16 Apr.

Little Kickers MK

The Royal Grammar School, Amersham Road, High Wycombe, HP13 6QT. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Junior Kickers: 8:45 - 9:30 & 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 31/2 yrs - 5 yrs. Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 16 Apr.

Little Kickers MK

Chiltern Hills Academy, Chartridge Lane, Chesham, HP5 2RG. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Little Kicks: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs. • Junior Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs. • Mega Kickers: 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 16 Apr.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Oxford

Chiltern Wood School, Faulkner Way, Downley, High Wycombe, HP13 5HB. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 8:30 - 13:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 19 Feb & 5 Mar - 26 Mar. 42 Toddle About MK & Bucks Jan - Mar 2022

Water Babies Oxford

The Alfriston School, Penn Road, Knotty Green, Beaconsfield, HP9 2TS. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 11:30 - 15:30. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 19 Feb & 5 Mar - 26 Mar.

Water Babies Oxford

Cedar Park School, Cedar Avenue, Hazlemere, High Wycombe, HP15 7EF. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 14:45 - 16:45. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 19 Feb & 5 Mar - 26 Mar.

The Chiltern Pools

Bensheim Way, Chiltern Avenue, Amersham, HP6 5AH. 01494 723969. www.better.org.uk.

• Preschool Swimming Lessons: 9:00 - 9:30 & 10:30 - 11:00.

Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. 30 min lessons. Membership is £33 per month.

• Parent & Child Swimming Lessons: 8:00 - 8:30 & 9:30 - 10:00.

Ages: 19 mths - 3 yrs. Membership £33 per month

• Family Swimming: 15:25 - 16:15.

Ages: 0 - 16 yrs. Cost: £5.75 (booking essential). Dates: 8 Jan - 26 Mar.

SUNDAY

SWIMMING

The Chiltern Pools

Bensheim Way, Chiltern Avenue, Amersham, HP6 5AH. 01494 723969. www.better.org.uk.

• Family Swimming: 14:15 - 15:05.

Ages: 0 - 16 yrs. Cost: £5.75 (booking essential). Dates: 9 Jan - 27 Mar.

Water Babies Oxford

Chiltern Wood School, Faulkner Way, Downley, High Wycombe, HP13 5HB. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:00 - 13:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 (booking essential). Dates: 9 Jan - 20 Feb & 6 Mar - 27 Mar. Search activities online at

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