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TO AUTUMN & CHRISTMAS 2020!

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It’s good to be back!

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Back in March, we were faced with a gut-wrenching decision. The lockdown had not yet been announced, and no one knew what was going to happen. We were due to go to print with our spring magazine in two days’ time and we didn’t know what to do... should we carry on or pull the issue?

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With hindsight, the answer was obvious - and I’m happy we made the right call. Had we gone to print, the magazine would’ve been out of date before it came off the press, and we wouldn’t have been helping anyone.

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Instead, the Toddle About magazine went into an enforced hibernation.

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But we didn’t. We carried on working and focussed instead on how we could help parents digitally, and we hope you enjoy the improvements we have made to the Toddle About website!

Check it out now at www.toddleabout.co.uk As before, you can pop in your postcode, and you will be shown all the different things on offer for little ones near you. You can then refine the search in many ways - by the age of your child, day of the week, or time of day for example. Or you can simply type in what you are looking for, such as ‘Music’, and see what comes back! Courtesy of lockdown, you now also have the option to filter to show online activities only - in case you find yourself self-isolating. Or just staying inside, away from the wind and rain! Our most exciting innovation, however, is that you can now book and pay for your favourite classes through Toddle About! Powered by our sister company, Book That In, you can then manage all your bookings via one single, central account. Look for the Book Now button to see what you can book today!

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14,000 copies of Toddle About are distributed every quarter all over Buckinghamshire, including Milton Keynes, Buckingham, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, Princes Risborough, Amersham, Marlow and surrounding areas. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the information in Toddle About is accurate and correct, we cannot guarantee that this is so and Toddle About Limited cannot and does not accept any liability for loss, damage or problems arising from any errors, omissions or inaccuracies in content, nor from actions taken by readers based on information or opinions presented in advertisements or throughout the magaz ine. Images and information supplied by 3rd parties have been accepted in good faith and all liability for any legal transgression including breach of copyright remains with the supplying parties.

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Bite SIZED NEWS COVID-Safe Baby Classes are back in Milton Keynes! It’s Time to Get Dancing Again! The Attitude team are very excited to be getting back to lessons and seeing all their members once more. The timetable is growing again, with lessons being added all the time. They have implemented Covid-19 procedures that ensure the running of the school can stay true to its values and aims, whilst keeping the whole school community safe.

Baby College are back on their mats and they've put extensive measures in place to keep you and your little ones safe, creating a COVID-safe environment for you and your little ones to enjoy their developmental classes. Classes are now offered as face-to-face or online so you can have the best of both worlds. They focus on building the foundations for confident and happy babies and toddlers whilst introducing early learning through fun and gentle games, crafts and activities. P.27 www.babycollege.co.uk/milton-keynes-buckingham.

To reserve your little dancer’s space, contact info@attitudedanceschool.co.uk. Receive 25% off your first booking with code TODDLEAUTUMN. www.attitudedanceschool.co.uk. P.26

Monkey Music Classes, Aylesbury & High Wycombe Award-winning Monkey Music classes are back again in Wendover and High Wycombe. Introducing babies and toddlers to music whilst encouraging social, physical, language and musical development, their classes provide a fun, stimulating and friendly environment through a progressive 4-stage curriculum. And your first class is free! Find out more at www.monkeymusic.co.uk/area/highwycombe-and-wendover. P.34

Tot Bop Dance Classes are Back

Planning Openly For your Future Children make you smile and Gilroy Steel Solicitors want to keep it that way. They can help you plan openly for your family’s future. This may include getting married, living together, moving home or even separating from your partner. It is important to get expert legal advice, to know where you stand and what your rights are, with your children’s welfare in mind.

Tot Bop have re-launched their live dance classes for ages 1-9 in Herts, Beds and Bucks and are delighted to have real humans leading them again! COVID-safe procedures have been implemented meaning there is reduced capacity for each class, but they still have all the fun, moves and grooves! AND their amazing online classes continue too. Imaginative and educational, their online classes use animation to enhance learning points and a green screen to create magical worlds in the storytime.

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Willen Hospice Santa Dash Sunday 13 December, 10am

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Get the whole family in the festive spirit this Christmas with the Willen Hospice Santa Dash. Starting from your own home, you pick your route, and Willen Hospice provide the Santa suit! Schools can get involved too. Adult entry - £15 (includes suit), Child Entry - £7.50 for a child’s suit, £5 for just a hat, and £2.50 for a dog bandana. All funds raised help Willen Hospice to provide free, compassionate, endof-life care to patients and support for the families, both at their lakeside Hospice and in the community. Sign up at www.willen-hospice.org.uk/santadash P.11

Little Kickers (Milton Keynes & Bucks)

Spook-Tacular Pumpkin Farm: 17th to 31st October. Pick your pumpkin from the Pumpkin Patch, enter the Wizards’ Den for some spine-tingling stories, follow the Spooky Trail and browse the Halloween shop. Christmas Shop: 14th November to 23rd December. Choose your perfect tree, browse the beautiful Christmas Shop packed full of stunning decorations and gifts, and book to meet Santa in his magical Grotto. Not forgetting the Play Barn, farm animals and café which make this a perfect day out for all the family! Booking is definitely recommended at www.wappenhamfarm.co.uk .

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Discipline It’s probably safe to say that we all want our children to be kind, show respect and share nicely. And it’s down to us - we are our child’s first teacher - but how can we teach them how to behave in this way? I think as a parent, one of our greatest fears is that we’ll screw this up.

There is a lot of conflicting advice there about this, so we asked Norland nanny Louenna Hood to share her top tips for 3-5 year old children:

Let Them be Silly and Loud Sometimes. I try to let the children be as free as possible to use up all the energy they have so they don’t start climbing the walls. Fresh air has a big positive impact on children’s behaviour, so try and let them run and shout and be silly when they can so when behaviour does matter, you can ask them to stop jumping around without feeling guilty.

Just say No. Don’t be scared of parenting, or of saying no for fear of hurting your child’s feelings or ruining your friendship bond. By giving children everything they want, we make them miserable, greedy and unlikeable.

Don’t Scare Them.

Have Rules and Stick to Them.

We want their individual personalities to shine through so they develop into the characters they are. Your children should never be scared of you or wonder what your reaction will be.

My rules are that we eat well, sleep well, have good manners and be kind to others.

Be Firm and Fair but Don’t Negotiate.

Stop Problems Before They Happen.

We don’t want to constantly say no. If your child knows what your rules are, they won’t even need to ask. Be firm and fair and make sure you’re always reasonable. No should mean no, not maybe. Don’t let the situation go on and don’t negotiate.

Consider your child’s situation: if they are overtired they’ll be irritable, and if they are hungry they will probably act up. Try and put yourself in your child’s shoes and always think ahead so these situations don’t arise.

Be Consistent. Children must know your reaction will be the same every time in that situation. For example, if a parent laughs at a behaviour one day, then tells the child off the next for the same thing the next day, this can be very confusing for them.

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Always Give a Reason. Explain to your child why they can’t have / do something so they know you are being reasonable – there should always be a reason. Having graduated from the prestigious Norland College over 15 years ago, Louenna Hood has worked with a number of high-profile families and helped to enrich the lives of the many young children she has worked with.

If you are holding your child when they hit you, put them down on the floor and tell them in a stern manner that you are very upset and they must never hit anyone. Ask them to apologise and don’t pick them up until the moment is completely over.

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Thank you to everyone who entered our Big Birthday Shoutout! We would like to wish a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to all the children here, who will be celebrating their birthday in the next 3 months. We hope you all have a fabulous, fun-filled day.

Al-Hadi Ahmed from Aylesbury, turning 1 years old

Jacob Hughes from High Wycombe, turning 5 years old

Kristan Anonuevo from Milton Keynes, turning 2 years old

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Noah Andrews from Milton Keynes, turning 2 years old

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Chocolate Frosting & DEcoration: » 55g Softened butter » 90g Milk or Dark cooking chocolate » 215g Icing sugar » 2 Drops of Vanilla Extract/Essence » 88ml Milk » 2 packs of Fruit Bowl Peelers » 1 bag Fruit Bowl Yogurt coated raisins, halved widthways » 1 bag Fruit Bowl Fruit Flakes cut into pieces

CUPCAKES: 1. Preheat the oven to 180°C/ Gas Mark 4. 2. Sieve the flour, cocoa powder and baking powder and mix together. 3. In a separate bowl, beat together the butter, sugar, red food colouring, eggs and milk. Mix well. 4. Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients and add the wet mixture. Mix well. 5. Pour the mixture into cupcake cases. Bake in the oven for 20 mins until the cakes are soft and springy to touch. Place on a wire rack to cool. FROSTING: 1. Melt the chocolate and butter in a bowl over a pan of boiling water or in a microwave. 2. In a bowl, combine the icing sugar, vanilla and 60ml of the milk. 3. Add the melted chocolate mixture and the remaining milk a little at a time until the desired consistency is achieved. Let the icing stand until spreadable (the frosting will thicken as it cools). 4. Once the cupcakes are cooled, pipe or spread the frosting onto the cupcakes. DECORATION: 1. To make the body, take 1 strand from a Peeler and roll into a spiral. Secure with a blob of icing and place on the cupcake. 2. To make the legs, cut Peeler pieces into 5cm strips (8 in total), position them on the cake coming out of the spider body. 3. Add 2 Yogurt halves and 2 fruit flakes for the eyes.

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FREE Printable Activity Sheets Download free activity sheets for your little one to enjoy at home from the NEW Printables section on the Toddle About website.

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AN AKELEY EDUCATION CAN TAKE YOU ANYWHERE! Your educational adventure starts here. Akeley Wood School welcomes children from 12 months to 18 years. Our idyllic campus, Wicken Park, MK19 6DA, is home to our Nursery and Junior School children. Please contact our Admissions Team on 01280 828122 or admissions@akeleywoodschool.co.uk for more information. 12 Oct-Dec 2019 2020 Toddle About About

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Choosing The Right School For Your Child: TOP TIPS Your child’s first educational experiences can set the tone for their future academic career and happiness. Finding a school that provides a nurturing environment and allows your child to reach their full potential can seem like a difficult task, but it needn’t be if you know the right questions to ask and what to look for. It’s important to consider a range of factors when choosing a school for your child, in order to find a setting that will support their unique personality and individual needs. Firstly, consider your child’s interests. What do they love to do? If they long to be outside every second of the day for example, look for a school that places value on outdoor learning; perhaps through a fantastic Forest School facility, innovative outdoor play equipment or a wide variety of timetabled sports. If your child loves creative play, enquire as to how the school weave creativity into their curriculum. This could be through messy play, music or the performing arts for instance. While many schools are unable to facilitate open days at present, it is important to find out as much as you can about the setting, whether that be through a private tour, via virtual content or perhaps during a video appointment with the headteacher. Contact the schools that you are interested in and ask them to send you as many details as possible to get a feel for their ethos.

During these initial enquiries, it is worth jotting down a list of questions to ask the school in order to cover all of the points that are important to you specifically. If your child has special educational needs for example, find out about the school’s SEN and Learning Support provision. You may want more details on specific areas of the curriculum, any home learning expectations and how the school support children who may need an extra helping hand in certain areas. If you are worried about your child settling in, you may wish to enquire as to how the Early Years team help children who are particularly anxious and what provision they have in place to aid a smooth and calm transition. The most important thing is to gain a real feel for a school’s ethos, as well as their facilities and educational provision. Ask questions, get as much information from the school as possible and really consider what is important to your child and their growing interests.

The Reception Team at Akeley Wood Junior School specialises in every child’s successful transition into school life. Reception at Akeley Wood is packed full of exploration and discovery and lays the foundation for their educational adventure. You are welcome to arrange a private 1:1 tour of the school outside of school hours. To view a virtual tour of Akeley Wood Junior School and Nursery, and to discover their idyllic countryside location and leading Forest School provision, contact the Admissions Registrar on 01908 555803 or admissions@akeleywoodschool.co.uk. Oct-Dec 2020 Toddle About Milton Keynes & Buckinghamshire 13

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LITTLE COOKS CO. RECIPE LETTERBOX LEARNING, £16.50 P/M KIT: FROM £8.33 P/M Little Cooks Co is a monthly subscription recipe kit, posted to kids in a 100% recyclable box, every month. The kits are packed with healthy and natural dry ingredients of that month’s delicious recipe. Providing educational, fun memories, this is the ideal Christmas gift for your little cook. www.littlecooksco.co.uk

This monthly subscription sends you a different set of five bespoke, creative and inspiring activities for you to enjoy alongside your child each month. From different areas of the Early Years curriculum, they are handson activities and not a set of worksheets. Everything you need is in the box including any extras like glue sticks. www.letterbox-learning.co.uk

SPROUT PENCILS - KIDS COLOUR KIT: £14.95 The world’s first and only patented, plantable pencils, Sprout Pencils grow into vegetables, flowers and herbs when you’ve finished using them. Instead of throwing them out when they become too small to use, just plant the Sprout Pencils into soil, and water – the capsule cleverly dissolves and sprouts into a plant or flower. It’s a great way to demonstrate sustainability and encourage children to think about recycling, the natural world and environment from a young age. Includes a colouring book made from eco-friendly paper. 8-pack edition with 2 graphite pencils and 6 colour pencils. www.sproutworld.com 14 Oct-Dec 2020 Toddle About

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CHRISTMAS SMOOTHIE INGREDIENTS » 1 tbsp Honey (optional) omit honey for under 1s or substitute maple syrup for vegan alternative » 2 cups full fat milk or substitute any plant-based milk » 1 Ripe banana* » 3 tbsp Milled seeds » ¼ tsp Nutmeg » ½ - 1 tsp Ginger powder » ½ - 1 tsp Cinnamon » ½ tsp Mixed spice

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Thick, filled with warming spices and so creamy; this smoothie takes minutes to whip up and makes a great breakfast or snack. Adding in some milled seeds adds a boost of protein, fibre and some healthy fat. This is a fun way to get into the festive spirit and honestly, this smoothie tastes just like gingerbread! Prep: 5 mins Cook: 0 mins Serves: 2 servings Suitable From: 7 months (omit honey for under 1s)

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The Emotional

UPS and DOWNS of Toddlers

By Dr. Tovah P. Klein, Ph.D.

The toddler years are trying and tender - they come with unmatched joys and challenges. Often referred to as the ‘Terrible Twos’, tantrums can become commonplace, and learning how to handle them is something of a rite of passage for new parents. This developmental stage is foundational to who your child will become. Understanding what underlies the tumult of this period can make life easier for you and allow you to focus more on the joys and pleasures of raising your little one. The newness of your toddler’s brain drives the upheavals of this time - it will take another 20 years or more to reach full brain development. Toddlers are figuring out how to be separate from their parents and are gaining a sense of self, but they also don’t want to be alone in the world. The fierce pushpull of needing to know mummy or daddy is close, coupled with powerful desires to explore on their own, spurs on meltdowns. “I want to do it myself” conflicts with “I need you!” The new emotions that arise, including anger and frustration, coupled with the brain’s lagging capabilities to control them, complicate this process. Toddlers become increasingly emotion-flooded. They are not being bad. Your child is overwhelmed and in need of support. Tantrums need not be avoided. They are learning moments that happen when a child is flooded and lacking the language needed to communicate or handle the hard feelings. Meltdown! Do all you can to not take it personally. Toddlers need responsible adults to stay calm when they are upset. They feel your emotions and loving presence.

Empathy and recognition go a long way - everyone wants to be understood, even when desires cannot be indulged. Labeling their desires helps them manage limits. This is how we begin to help children handle disappointment (a part of life forever!) Instead of saying, “How many times have I told you no cookies before dinner?” Try empathy: “I know how much you love cookies. I am going to put them on the counter for after,” or, “You really wanted to play more at the playground. I wish we could stay longer. You can be mad about leaving!” Toddlers live in the moment - their desire right now is the only one they know. A key parent role is to recognise the moment matters in a big way to them. Help them feel understood by stating their desire and eventually they will be able to move on. Seeing your toddler as new to the world, and remembering that they are figuring out life with experimentation and exploration, will allow you to take a step back. Give them room to be on their own, with you close by. Watch them explore. Wonder together about what they see, hear and discover. Allow them to try for themselves - and yes, to stumble. Comfort as needed, but let them do it. And go light on yourself – there is no such thing as a perfect parent, nor should you strive for that. Instead, keep your humour, stay light in response to tough situations, and enjoy these truly magical years.

Dr. Tovah P. Klein, dubbed “the toddler whisperer” by US TV’s Good Morning America, is an Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of the Barnard College Center for Toddler Development. Her new book How Toddlers Thrive: What parents can do today for children ages 2 to 5 to plant the seeds of lifelong success is available to buy now at www.profilebooks.com Oct-Dec 2020 Toddle About Milton Keynes & Buckinghamshire 17

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Bee reen Wraps are a natural alternative to cling lm made from organic cotton, treated with beeswa , o oba oil and tree resin They do have a strong smell to start with, but it isn t too bad and it doesn t transfer to your food, so not something to be concerned about

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HOW TO IMPROVE

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One of the reasons I wrote Meee in a Family Minute was to help families, including my own, to stay connected regardless of the inevitable ups and downs of family life. We can’t postpone the relationship building and fun for the annual holiday, hoping that two weeks in the sun will miraculously solve any outstanding issues. Sometimes we need new ideas or new ways of thinking and relating to each other – right now. And that is true during a pandemic or not. Here are a couple of ideas to help you improve your family life: By Sid Madge, Author and Social Entrepreneur

Majestic in the Domestic

There are chores to do, washing to complete, a laundry basket bursting with ironing opportunities and the endless question of ‘What will we have for dinner?’ Find the majestic in the domestic. Create a playlist for your household routines and crank up the volume – being mindful of your neighbours of course. Make it a family affair and everyone does their chores to the same music, punctuated by some dancing around the living room or karaoke style sing-along. Make the boring fun and get it done. Take a minute to come up with a family chore playlist, each family member chooses two or three songs they love, compile the list and turn it into a sort of musical chairs for chores. Whoever gets their song first, (might be best to use the ‘shuffle’ option) starts to do their task first and so on. Once everyone has started, it will take no time to get everything done.

Foster Resilience

Bad things happen to good people all the time. We are living through very unusual times and it offers us a great opportunity to teach resilience to our children. We need to allow our children enough space to solve their own problems. As parents, we should be supportive and listen to how our children would fix the problem, asking questions so as to help them arrive at a constructive solution. Take a minute to think about the last time your children faced a problem. Did you rush in to fix it, or did you support them and encourage them to solve the problem themselves? We may want to take away the distress, but if we do, we rob them of the opportunity to solve their own challenges and build much-needed resilience. Family is messy but in just one minute it is possible to deepen our connection to each other and get back on track.

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Cornerstone Toddlers

Cornerstone Church, 300 Saxon Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 2ES. 01908 237777. www.cornerstonemk.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 11:45. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £2 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 14 Dec.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Cha Char Chimps - MK South

The Oak Tree Centre, Wallinger Drive, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, MK5 7BS. 07736 449746. www.ccchimps.com. • Cha Char Chimps Show (Covid Safe) Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Dates: 12 Oct - 7 Dec. Cost: £5.35 per session (booking essential).

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Woburn Village Hall - Mondays, Crawley Road, Woburn, MK17 9QD. www.ccchimps.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £5 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 28 Dec.

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Socatots Milton Keynes

Medbourne Community Pavilion, Pascal Drive, Medbourne, Milton Keynes, MK5 6LS. 07432644934. www.socatots.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 11:45. Ages: 6 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6.88 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT Baby College Milton Keynes & Buckingham

Wolverton, MK, The Old Bath House, 205 Stratford Road, Wolverton, Milton Keynes, MK12 5LY. • Junior Class: 9:30 - 10:10. • Toddler Class: 10:30 - 11:10. • Infant Class: 11:30 - 12:15. Cost: £7 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.

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Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Holiday Inn Hotel, Milton Keynes Central, 500 Saxon Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 14 Dec.

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Bath House, Wolverton - Tuesdays, Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK12 5RL. www.ccchimps.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.85 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 29 Dec, 13 Oct & 20 Oct.

The Signing Company

The Old Fire Station, Woburn Sands, Milton Keynes, MK17 8GP. 07730 535325. nikki.thesigningcompany.co.uk. • Signing Babies: 9:45 - 10:15 & 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 5 mths - 2 ½ yrs. • Signing Toddlers: 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 1 ½ yrs - 3 yrs. Dates: 13 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 8 Dec. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential).

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Socatots Milton Keynes

Wavendon Community Centre, Walton Road, Wavendon, MK17 8LH. 07432644934. www.socatots.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6.88 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.

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Wolverton Swimming & Fitness Centre MK12 5GH, Addington Avenue, Stratford Park, Wolverton, MK12 5GH. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 15 Dec.

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Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Clophill Pool, 22 Back Street, Clophill, MK45 4BY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 12:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 15 Dec.

Baby Sensory North Bucks

North Bucks Baby Sensory, Mary Adams Church Hall, Aspley Hill, Woburn Sands, Milton Keynes, MK17 8NN. 07876643276. www.babysensory.com. Times: 10:00 - 10:45, 11:00 - 11:45, 13:00 - 13:45 & 14:30 - 15:15. Ages: 1 yrs 1 mths. Cost: £7 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.

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Cha Char Chimps - MK South

Longueville Hall, Whaddon Rd, Newton Longville, Milton Keynes, MK17 0AT. 07736 449746. www.ccchimps.com. • Cha Char Chimps Show (Covid Safe): 10:00 - 11:00. Cost: £5.35 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 9 Dec.

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Shenley Brook End Village Hall, Church End Road, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, MK5 7AA. www.ccchimps.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £5 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 30 Dec.

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Socatots Milton Keynes

The Oak Tree Centre, Wallinger Drive, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, MK5 7GZ. 07432644934. www.socatots.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 10:10. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6.88 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec. 26 Oct - Dec 2020 Toddle About

Wolverton Swimming & Fitness Centre MK12 5GH, Addington Avenue, Stratford Park, Wolverton, MK12 5GH. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 13:45 - 15:15. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 16 Dec.

THURSDAY The Parks Trust

360 Play MK, Roebuck Way, Knowlhill, Milton Keynes, MK5 8HL. 07730 535325. nikki.thesigningcompany.co.uk. • Signing Babies: 9:45 - 10:15 & 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 5m - 2½ yrs. • Signing Toddlers: 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 1½ yrs - 3 yrs. Dates: 14 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential).

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Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Howe Park Wood, Chaffron Way, Tattenhoe, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DD. 01908 233600. www.theparkstrust.com. • Tree Tots : 10:00 - 10:45 & 11:00 - 11:45. A weekly toddle and nature play session. Ages: 5 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £2.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 17 Dec.

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Cha Char Chimps CIC

Broughton Pavilion - Thursdays, 139 Tanfield Lane, Broughton, Milton Keynes, MK10 9NJ. www.ccchimps.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £5 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 24 Dec.

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Medbourne Community Pavilion, Pascal Drive, Medbourne, Milton Keynes, MK5 6LS. 07432644934. www.socatots.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 6 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6.88 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 22 Oct & 5 Nov - 10 Dec.

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Woburn Sands, MK, The Summerlin Centre, Station Road, Woburn Sands, Milton Keynes, MK17 8SG. • Infant Class 0-9 months: 10:15 - 10:55 & 11:15 - 11:55. Cost: £7 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 22 Oct & 5 Nov - 17 Dec.

Holiday Inn Hotel, 500 Saxon Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

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Wolverton Swimming & Fitness Centre, Addington Avenue, Stratford Park, Wolverton, MK12 5GH. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 11:30 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

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Clophill Pool, 22 Back Street, Clophill, MK45 4BY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 17 Dec.

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Cha Char Chimps - MK South

Newton Leys Pavilion, Furzey Way, Newton Leys, MK3 5SP. 07736 449746. www.ccchimps.com. • Cha Char Chimps Show (Covid Safe): 10:00 - 11:00. Cost: £5.35 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 11 Dec.

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Old Stratford Community Hall, Deanshanger Rd, Old Stratford, MK19 6NL. www.ccchimps.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £5 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

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Brooklands Pavilion, Brooklands Farm Primary School, Countess Way, Countess Way, Milton Keynes, MK10 7HN. www.ccchimps.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT Baby College Milton Keynes & Buckingham

360 Play MK, 27 Roebuck Way, Knowlhill, Milton Keynes, MK5 8HL. • Junior Class: 9:30 - 10:10. • Toddler Class: 10:30 - 11:10. • Infant Class: 11:30 - 12:15. Cost: £7 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 23 Oct & 6 Nov - 18 Dec.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

DW Sports, Stadium Way, West Milton Keynes, MK1 1ST. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 11:00 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

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Socatots Milton Keynes

The Oak Tree Centre, Wallinger Drive, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, MK5 7GZ. 07432644934. www.socatots.co.uk. • Socatots MK: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6.88 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 23 Oct & 6 Nov - 11 Dec.

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Attitude School of Dance (KGDS)

Brooksward School, Tower Drive, Neath Hill, Milton Keynes, MK14 6JZ. 07950 495869. www.attitudedanceschool.co.uk. • Baby Ballet: 8:30 - 9:00. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Introduction to a basic ballet class for little ones. • Pre-School Ballet: 8:30 - 9:00. Ages: 4 - 6 yrs. Suitable for beginners. • Weenie Boppers: 9:10 - 9:40. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 ½ yrs. Mixture of jazz and street dance • Tiny Tappers: 9:45 - 10:15. Ages: 3 yrs - 5 ½ yrs. Introduction to tap dancing. Cost: £5 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 28 Nov.

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Little Kickers Milton Keynes

Oakgrove School, Venturer Gate, Oakgrove, Milton Keynes, MK10 9JQ. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. Times: 8:30 - 9:15. Ages: 1 ½ yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 9:30 - 10:15 & 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. Times: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 yrs. Times: 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.85 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 19 Dec.

Little Kickers Milton Keynes

Tickford Park Primary School, Avon Close, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9DH. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. Times: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 1 ½ yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. Times: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 yrs. Times: 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.85 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 26 Dec.

Little Kickers Milton Keynes

Woughton Leisure Centre, Rainbow Drive, Leadenhall, Milton Keynes, MK6 5EJ. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. Times: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. Times: 9:40 - 10:25. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 yrs. Times: 10:45 - 11:30. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.85 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 26 Dec.

Little Kickers Milton Keynes

Brooklands Comm. Sports Pavillion, Countess Way, Brooklands, MK10 7HN. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. Times: 9:15 - 10:00. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. Times: 10:15 - 11:00. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 yrs. Cost: £7.85 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 26 Dec.

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

Milton Keynes Rugby Club, Emerson Valley Sports Pavilion, Bowland Drive, Emerson Valley, Milton Keynes, 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 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 19 Dec.

Socatots Milton Keynes

Newton Leys Pavilion, Furzey Way, Newton Leys, MK3 5SP. 07432644934. www.socatots.co.uk. Times: 8:45 - 12:00. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7.13 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct & 7 Nov - 12 Dec.

South Furzton Meeting Place, 1 Blackmoor Gate, Furzton, MK4 1DS. 07432644934. www.socatots.co.uk. Times: 8:45 - 11:00. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7.13 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct & 7 Nov - 12 Dec.

Socatots Milton Keynes

Kents Hill Park School, Timbold Drive, Kents Hill Park, Milton Keynes, MK7 6BZ. 07432644934. www.socatots.co.uk. Times: 8:45 - 12:00. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7.13 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct & 7 Nov - 12 Dec.

Socatots Milton Keynes

Wavendon Community Centre, Walton Road, Wavendon, MK17 8LH. 07432644934. www.socatots.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 12:00. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: £7.13 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct & 7 Nov - 12 Dec.

SUNDAY PHYSICAL FUN

Little Kickers Milton Keynes

Rickley Park School, Rickley Lane, Milton Keynes, MK3 6EW. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. Times: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 1 ½ yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. Times: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 yrs. Times: 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.85 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct - 27 Dec.

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 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct - 20 Dec.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Holiday Inn Hotel, Milton Keynes Central, 500 Saxon Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 11:30 - 14:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct - 20 Dec.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Wolverton Swimming & Fitness Centre, Addington Avenue, Stratford Park, Wolverton, MK12 5GH. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 14:30 - 18:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct - 13 Dec.

AYLESBURY VALE AREA

MONDAY PARENTS & TOTS

Buckinghamshire Family Information Service

Elmhurst Family Centre, Elmhurst School, Dunsham Lane, Aylesbury, HP20 2DB. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • My First Playtime (Elmhurst): 10:00 - 11:30. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 14 Dec.

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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 yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential). • Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.

Tot Bop

Linslade Community Hall, Waterloo Road, Leighton Road, LU7 2NR. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Baby Boppers: 14:45 - 15:30. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. • Funky Monkeys: 16:00 - 16:45. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 ½ yrs. • Groovy Movers: 17:15 - 18:00. Ages: 5 - 9 yrs. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.

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

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PHYSICAL FUN

Tumble Tots Thame, Scout Hut, Southern Road, Thame, OX9 2DZ. 07377 333 151. www.tumbletots.com. Times: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 2 yrs 1 mths - 3 yrs 4 mths. Times: 10:30 - 11:15 & 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 1 yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Cost: £7 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 28 Dec.

Prebendal Farm Community Centre, Somerville Way, off Fowler Road, Aylesbury, HP19 7QT. 07503 142496. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Little Kicks: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 1 ½ yrs - 2 ½ yrs. • Junior Kickers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. Cost: £8.08 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 22 Dec.

Tumble Tots

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

MS Centre, Oakwood Close, Wendover, Buckinghamshire, HP22 5GF. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 14 Dec.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Buckingham Best Western Hotel, Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 14 Dec.

TUESDAY PARENTS & TOTS Berryfields Family Centre

John Fitzjohn Avenue, Aylesbury, HP18 0FG. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore: 10:00 - 11:30. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 15 Dec.

Elmhurst Family Centre

Little Kickers Oxford, Aylesbury & West Oxford

Tumble Tots

Arncott Village Hall, Greenfields, Murcott Road, Upper Arncott, OX25 1QH. 07377 333 151. www.tumbletots.com. Times: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 1 yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 2 yrs 1 mths - 3 yrs 4 mths. Cost: £7 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 29 Dec.

SWIMMING

Puddle Ducks Cherwell & Aylesbury

Wendover Community Pool, Wharf Road, Wendover, HP22 6HF. 01869 226223. www.puddleducks.com. Times: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Times: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 1 yrs 3 mths - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs 3 mths. Cost: £14 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 22 Dec.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Buckingham Best Western Hotel, Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 15 Dec.

Elmhurst School, Dunsham Lane, Aylesbury, HP20 2DB. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Grandparent’s Group: 10:00 - 11:30. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 15 Dec.

WEDNESDAY

MUSIC & SIGNING

PARENTS & TOTS

Wendover Guide Hut, Manor Crescent, Wendover, HP22 6HH. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers. • Heigh Ho: 9:35 - 10:05. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Jiggety Jig: 10:20 - 10:50. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 11:05 - 11:35. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £8.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.

Church Street, Wing, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0NY. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 16 Dec.

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT Baby Sensory North Bucks

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 - 1 yrs 1 mths. Cost: £7 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.

DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Fairford Leys Church Hall, Hampden Square, Aylesbury, HP19 7HT. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Tiny Tots: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential). • Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.

Wing Family Centre

The Ark Parent and Toddler Group

Southcourt Baptist Church, 40 Penn Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8HW. 01296 480080. www.southcourtbaptist.org.uk. Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 3 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 16 Dec.

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: 9:35 - 10:05. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Jiggety Jig: 10:20 - 10:50. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 11:05 - 11:35 & 11:50 - 12:20. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yr. Cost: £8.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.

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DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Berkhamsted Cricket Club, Castle Hill, Berkhamsted, HP4 1HE. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Tiny Tots: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential). • Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.

PHYSICAL FUN

Tumble Tots

Steeple Claydon Village Hall, Queen Catherine Road, Steeple Claydon, MK18 2PY. 07377 333 151. www.tumbletots.com. Times: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 1 yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 2 yrs 1 mths - 3 yrs 4 mths. Cost: £7 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 30 Dec.

SWIMMING

Puddle Ducks Cherwell & Aylesbury

Best Western Hotel, Buckingham Hotel, Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01869 226223. www.puddleducks.com. Times: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 1 yrs 3 mths - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs 3 mths. Cost: £14 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 16 Dec.

Puddle Ducks Cherwell & Aylesbury

Green Park, Stablebridge Road, Aston Clinton Stablebridge Road Aston Clinton, HP22 5NE. 01869 226223. www.puddleducks.com. Times: 12:30 - 13:00. Ages: 1 yrs 3 mths - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 13:00 - 13:30. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Times: 13:30 - 14:00. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs 3 mths. Times: 14:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 6 mths. Cost: £14 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 16 Dec.

Puddle Ducks Cherwell & Aylesbury

Nora Grace Hall, Faversham Close, Tring, HP23 5BA. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Tiny Tots: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential). • Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 22 Oct & 5 Nov - 17 Dec.

THURSDAY PARENTS & TOTS

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 yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential). • Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). • Tap Dance Class: 11:30 - 12:00. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 22 Oct & 5 Nov - 17 Dec.

Southcourt Family Centre Plus

Aylesbury College Campus, Oxford Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8PD. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • My First Playtime: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 17 Dec.

MUSIC & SIGNING

The Signing Company

The Village Hall, Main Street, Maids Moreton, Buckingham, MK18 1QS. 07730 535325. nikki.thesigningcompany.co.uk. • Signing Babies: 10:00 - 11:00 & 11:00 - 12:00. Ages: 5 mths - 2 ½ yrs. Dates: 15 Oct - 3 Dec. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential).

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 - 1 yrs 1 mths. Cost: £7 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 22 Oct & 5 Nov - 17 Dec.

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DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Reflexions Health & Leisure, Buckingham Road, Watermead, Aylesbury, HP19 0FY. 01869 226223. www.puddleducks.com. Times: 19:45 - 20:15. Ages: Pregnancy. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 16 Dec.

PHYSICAL FUN

Socatots Milton Keynes

Lacehill Community Centre, Catchpin Street, Buckingham, MK18 7RR. 07432644934. www.socatots.co.uk. • Socatots MK: 9:45 - 10:25. Ages: 1 - 3 yrs. Cost: £6.88 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 22 Oct & 5 Nov - 17 Dec.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Buckingham Best Western Hotel, Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:30 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 17 Dec. The listings are updated but we advise calling before attending - just in case!

AYLESBURY VALE AREA Puddle Ducks Cherwell & Aylesbury

Wendover Community Pool, Wharf Road, Wendover, HP22 6HF. 01869 226223. www.puddleducks.com. Times: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 0 - 6 mths. Times: 10:45 - 11:15. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Times: 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 1 yrs 3 mths - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 9:45 - 10:15 & 11:45 - 12:15. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs 3 mths. Cost: £14 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 17 Dec.

FRIDAY PARENTS & TOTS

Southcourt Family Centre Plus

Aylesbury College Campus, Oxford Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8PD. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore: 10:00 - 11:30. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Billington Village Hall, Gaddesden Turn, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 9BW. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Tiny Tots: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential). • Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 23 Oct & 6 Nov - 18 Dec.

Tot Bop

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 yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential). • Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 23 Oct & 6 Nov - 18 Dec.

PHYSICAL FUN

Tumble Tots

Aylesbury Multi Cultural Centre, Friarscroft Road, Aylesbury, HP20 2TE. 07377 333 151. www.tumbletots.com. Times: 9:30 - 10:15 & 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 1 yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 2 yrs 1 mths - 3 yrs 4 mths. Cost: £7 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 25 Dec.

SWIMMING

Puddle Ducks Cherwell & Aylesbury

Best Western Hotel, Buckingham Hotel, Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01869 226223. www.puddleducks.com. Times: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 1 yrs 3 mths - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 0 - 6 mths. Times: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs 3 mths. Times: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Cost: £14 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

Puddle Ducks Cherwell & Aylesbury

Reflexions Health & Leisure, Buckingham Road, Watermead, Aylesbury, HP19 0FY. 01869 226223. www.puddleducks.com. Times: 10:45 - 11:15 & 17:30 - 18:00. Ages: 0 - 6 mths. Times: 11:15 - 11:45 & 17:00 - 17:30. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs 3 mths. Times: 11:45 - 12:15 & 16:00 - 16:30. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Times: 12:15 - 12:45 & 16:30 - 17:00. Ages: 1 yrs 3 mths - 2 ½ yrs. Cost: £14 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

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Water Babies Bucks & Beds

MS Centre, Oakwood Close, Wendover, Buckinghamshire, HP22 5GF. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

SATURDAY DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Pages Park Pavilion, Richmond Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 4RF. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Baby Boppers: 8:30 - 9:00. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential). • Funky Monkeys: 9:45 - 10:30. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 yrs. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). • Tap Dance Class: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 4 - 9 yrs. Cost: £6.50 per session (booking essential). • Groovy Movers: 12:00 - 12:45. Ages: 5 - 9 yrs. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 24 Oct & 7 Nov - 19 Dec.

PHYSICAL FUN

Little Kickers Milton Keynes

Royal Latin School, Chandos Road, Buckingham, MK18 1AX. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. Times: 9:10 - 9:55. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. Times: 10:05 - 10:50. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 yrs. Times: 11:00 - 11:45. Ages: 1 ½ yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Cost: £7.85 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 26 Dec.

Little Kickers Oxford, Aylesbury & West Oxford

Prebendal Farm Community Centre, Somerville Way, Aylesbury, HP19 7QT. 07503 142496. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Little Kicks: 8:40 - 9:25 & 11:20 - 12:05. Ages: 1 ½ - 2 ½ yrs. • Junior Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 2 ½ - 3 ½ yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 3 ½ - 5 yrs. Cost: £8.08 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 19 Dec.

Rugbytots Milton Keynes & Bedford

Buckingham RUFC, Floyd Field, Maids Moreton, Buckingham, MK18 1RF. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk. Times: 8:35 - 9:05, 9:10 - 9:40, 9:45 - 10:30, 10:35 - 11:20 & 11:25 - 12:10. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £5.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 19 Dec.

SWIMMING

Puddle Ducks Cherwell & Aylesbury

Best Western Hotel, Buckingham Hotel, Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01869 226223. www.puddleducks.com. Times: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Times: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 1 yrs 3 mths - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs 3 mths. Cost: £14 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 19 Dec.

Puddle Ducks Cherwell & Aylesbury

Wendover Community Pool, Wharf Road, Wendover, HP22 6HF. 01869 226223. www.puddleducks.com. Times: 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Times: 14:15 - 14:45. Ages: 1 yrs 3 mths - 2 ½ yrs. Cost: £14 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 19 Dec.

Puddle Ducks Cherwell & Aylesbury

Reflexions Health & Leisure, Buckingham Road, Watermead, Aylesbury, HP19 0FY. 01869 226223. www.puddleducks.com. Times: 10:00 - 10:30 & 12:30 - 13:00. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs 3 mths. Times: 10:30 - 11:00, 12:00 - 12:30 & 15:45 - 16:15. Ages: 1 yrs 3 mths - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 6 mths. Times: 11:30 - 12:00. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Cost: £14 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 19 Dec. Oct - Dec 2020 Toddle About Milton Keynes & Buckinghamshire 31

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SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Booker Park School, Stoke Leys Close, Off Winterton Drive, Aylesbury, HP21 9ET. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 13:00 - 16:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 19 Dec.

Puddle Ducks Cherwell & Aylesbury

Best Western Hotel, Buckingham Hotel, Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01869 226223. www.puddleducks.com. Times: 16:00 - 16:30. Ages: 1 yrs 3 mths - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 15:30 - 16:00. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Cost: £14 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct - 20 Dec.

SUNDAY

Puddle Ducks Cherwell & Aylesbury

PHYSICAL FUN

Reflexions Health & Leisure, Buckingham Road, Watermead, Aylesbury, HP19 0FY. 01869 226223. www.puddleducks.com. Times: 15:15 - 15:45. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs 3 mths. Times: 14:45 - 15:15 & 16:15 - 16:45. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 4 yrs. Cost: £14 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct - 20 Dec.

Little Kickers Oxford, Aylesbury & West Oxford

Princes Risborough Community Centre, Wades Park, Stratton Road, Princes Risborough, HP27 9AX. 07503 142496. www.littlekickers.co.uk. • Little Kicks: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 1 ½ yrs - 2 ½ yrs. • Junior Kickers: 9:40 - 10:25. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. • Mighty Kickers: 10:35 - 11:20. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 yrs. Cost: £8.08 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct - 20 Dec.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

MS Centre, Oakwood Close, Wendover, Buckinghamshire, HP22 5GF. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 8:30 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct - 20 Dec. Booker Park School, Stoke Leys Close, Off Winterton Drive, Aylesbury, HP21 9ET. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 8:30 - 17:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct - 20 Dec.

SOUTH BUCKS AREA

MONDAY

SWIMMING

Water Babies Oxford

PARENTS & TOTS

Lane End Private Pool, Walnut Tree House, Spring Coppice, Lane End, HP14 3NU. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 13:30. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 21 Dec.

Hampden Way Family Centre

The Community Centre, Hampden Way, High Wycombe, HP13 7TJ. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 10:30. Email mapledeanfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 14 Dec.

Water Babies Oxford

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 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 21 Dec.

Amersham Family Centre

TUESDAY

Little Chalfont E-Act Academy, Bell Lane, Amersham, HP6 6PF. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore (Amersham): 10:00 - 11:30. Email amershamfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 14 Dec.

PARENTS & TOTS

Newtown Family Centre Plus

The Ivers Family Centre

Berkhampstead Road, Chesham, HP5 3AT. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Messy Play: 14:00 - 15:00. Email newtownfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 15 Dec.

Marlow Family Centre

SWIMMING

Grange Way, Iver, SL0 9NT. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore (The Ivers): 10:00 - 11:00. Email theiversfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 14 Dec.

Newfield Road, Marlow, SL7 1JW. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore: 13:45 - 14:45. Email mapledeanfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 14 Dec.

Beaconsfield Family Centre

Beacon Close, Beaconsfield, HP9 1RJ. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore: 15:30 - 16:30. Email amershamfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 14 Dec.

Water Babies Oxford

Lane End Private Pool, Walnut Tree House, Spring Coppice, Lane End, HP14 3NU. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 12:00. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 22 Dec.

Water Babies Oxford

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 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 22 Dec. 32 April-June 2020 Toddle About

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

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WEDNESDAY PARENTS & TOTS

Newtown Family Centre Plus

Berkhampstead Road, Chesham, HP5 3AT. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore: 13:30 - 14:30. Email newtownfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 16 Dec.

Risborough Family Centre

Princes Risborough Primary School, Wellington Avenue, Princes Risborough, HP27 9HY. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore: 13:45 - 14:45. Email mapledeanfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 16 Dec.

DANCE & DRAMA Noizee Productions

Hazlemere Community Centre, Rose Ave, Hazlemere, HP15 7UB. 07717 879903. www.noizeeproductions.co.uk. • Noizee Theatre: 17:00 - 18:00. Ages: 9 - 15 yrs. Dates: 14 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 9 Dec.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Oxford

Millbrook School, Mill End Road, High Wycombe, HP12 4BA. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 12:00. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 23 Dec.

THURSDAY PARENTS & TOTS

Castlefield Family Centre

Rutland Avenue, Castlefield, High Wycombe, HP12 3LL. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 10:30. Email castlefieldfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 17 Dec.

Amersham Family Centre

Little Chalfont E-Act Academy, Bell Lane, Amersham, HP6 6PF. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Messy Play: 10:00 - 11:00. Email amershamfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 17 Dec.

The Ivers Family Centre

Grange Way, Iver, SL0 9NT. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Messy Play: 10:00 - 11:00. Email theiversfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 17 Dec.

Burnham Family Centre

PHYSICAL FUN

Little Kickers Milton Keynes

The Polish Club, Raans Road, Amersham, HP6 6LX. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. Times: 14:30 - 15:15. Ages: 1 ½ yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 15:30 - 16:15. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. Times: 16:25 - 17:10. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 yrs. Cost: £7.85 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 24 Dec.

Tumble Tots

Berkhamsted, Kings Road Church Hall, Kings Road, Berkhamsted, HP4 3BD. 07377 333 151. www.tumbletots.com. Times: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 2 yrs 1 mths - 3 yrs 4 mths. Times: 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 1 yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Cost: £7 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 24 Dec.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Oxford

Minniecroft Road, Burnham, Slough, SL1 7DE. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Messy Play: 14:00 - 15:00. Email burnhamfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 17 Dec.

MUSIC & SIGNING

FRIDAY

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: 9:35 - 10:05. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Jiggety Jig: 10:20 - 10:50. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 11:05 - 11:35. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £8.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 22 Oct & 5 Nov - 17 Dec.

PARENTS & TOTS

Mapledean Family Centre Plus

Cressex Road, High Wycombe, HP12 4PR. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore: 9:30 - 10:30. Email mapledeanfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec. Oct - Dec 2020 Toddle About Milton Keynes & Buckinghamshire 33

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Aylesbury & High Wycombe E: aylesbury.highwycombe@monkeymusic.co.uk T: 01494 819138

Burnham Family Centre

Minniecroft Road, Burnham, Slough, SL1 7DE. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Play and Explore: 10:00 - 11:00. Email burnhamfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

Beaconsfield Family Centre

Beacon Close, Beaconsfield, HP9 1RJ. 01296 383293. www.bucksfamilyinfo.org. • Messy Play (Beaconsfield): 14:00 - 15:00. Email beaconsfieldfc@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

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: 9:35 - 10:05. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Jiggety Jig: 10:20 - 10:50. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Rock n Roll: 11:05 - 11:35. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £8.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 23 Oct & 6 Nov - 18 Dec.

DANCE & DRAMA Noizee Productions

Holmer Green Village Hall, 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. Dates: 16 Oct - 23 Oct & 6 Nov - 11 Dec.

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Wendover Guide Hut, HP22 6HH (Tues & Weds) Wrights Meadow Centre, HP11 1SQ (Thurs) Sands Village Hall, HP12 4JF (Fri)

SWIMMING

Water Babies Oxford

Lane End Private Pool, Walnut Tree House, Spring Coppice, Lane End, HP14 3NU. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 13:00. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 25 Dec.

Water Babies Oxford

Cedar Park School, Cedar Avenue, Hazlemere, High Wycombe, HP15 7EF. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:55 - 11:25. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

SATURDAY PHYSICAL FUN

Little Kickers Milton Keynes

The Curzon Centre, 43 Maxwell Road, Beaconsfield, HP9 1RG. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. Times: 8:45 - 9:30 & 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. Times: 9:35 - 10:20 & 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 yrs. Times: 12:05 - 12:50. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.85 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 26 Dec.

Little Kickers Milton Keynes

The Royal Grammar School, Amersham Road, High Wycombe, HP13 6QT. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. Times: 8:45 - 9:30 & 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. Times: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 yrs. Cost: £7.85 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 26 Dec.

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

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

Little Kickers Milton Keynes

Chiltern Hills Academy, Chartridge Lane, Chesham, HP5 2RG. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk. Times: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 1 ½ yrs - 2 ½ yrs. Times: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 2 ½ yrs - 3 ½ yrs. Times: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 3 ½ yrs - 5 yrs. Times: 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.85 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 26 Dec.

Sport4Kids Beaconsfield & Bucks

Cressex Community School, Holmer Lane, High Wycombe, HP12 4QA. 0300 303 3866. sport4kids.biz. • Football & Rugby Coaching: 9:00 - 11:45. Free tasters available. Ages: 1 ½ yrs - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 19 Dec.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Oxford

Cedar Park School, Cedar Avenue, Hazlemere, High Wycombe, HP15 7EF. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 14:45 - 17:15. Ages: 3 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 19 Dec.

Water Babies Oxford

Chiltern Wood School, Faulkner Way, Downley, High Wycombe, HP13 5HB. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 8:30 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 19 Dec.

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 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct - 19 Dec.

SUNDAY PHYSICAL FUN

Sport4Kids Beaconsfield & Bucks

Beaconsfield High School, Wattleton Road, Beaconsfield, HP9 1RR. 0300 303 3866. sport4kids.biz. • Football & Rugby Coaching: 10:10 - 11:45. Free tasters available Ages: 1 ½ yrs - 7 yrs. Cost: £7.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct - 20 Dec.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Oxford

Chiltern Wood School, Faulkner Way, Downley, High Wycombe, HP13 5HB. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:00 - 14:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct - 20 Dec.

Water Babies Oxford

Tylers Green Middle School, Cock Lane, Tylers Green, High Wycombe, HP10 8DS. 01869325499. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 15:00 - 16:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £16.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct - 20 Dec.

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w o d n k c o L tivity Ac de Gui

Stuck at Home?

Here's our selection of some of the best online activities you can still enjoy from the comfort of your own living room.

MONDAY

YogaWalks and Bowen Therapy

07950 573719. yogawalks.co.uk. www.facebook.com/YogaWalks • Live online Yoga at home with Lizzy: 19:00 - 20:00. Ages: 0 - 99 yrs. Cost: £7 per session (drop in). Dates: 12 Oct - 14 Dec.

MUSIC & SIGNING Abingdon Music Centre

PREGNANCY

07934 364940. www.abingdonmusic.org.uk. • Mini Music Makers: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.40 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 30 Nov.

Shevolution fitness

07912022912. www.shevolution-fitness.co.uk. • PREfit Pilates: 12:45 - 13:45. Ages: Pregnancy. Dates: 12 Oct. • REfit Pilates: 13:45 - 14:45. Postnatal Pilates. Dates: 12 Oct. Cost: £8 per session (booking essential).

Music Bugs Northampton

07811 771480. www.musicbugs.co.uk. • Music Bugs Online session: 9:15 - 9:45. www.facebook.com/groups/1712119012194411/ Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £3.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 7 Dec.

Bump2Baby Reality

07960 323 874. www.bump2babyreality.co.uk. • Free Early Pregnancy Class (weekly): 19:00 - 21:00. www.facebook.com/bump2babyreality/ Ages: Pregnancy. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 26 Oct & 21 Dec.

Musical Minis @home

020 8868 0001; athome@musicalminis.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 9:55 & 14:00 - 14:25. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £3 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 14 Dec.

RW Pilates

07734 682019. www.rwpilates1.com. • Pilates Class (ONLINE): 18:30 - 19:30. Cost: £4.17 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 26 Oct.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT Kidslingo Fran Fleming

07787226406. www.kidslingo.co.uk. Infant French Club - learn French through fun! www.facebook.com/KidslingoFranFleming/ • Tots Frenchtastic Class: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. • Infant French Club (4 - 8 years): 15:50 - 16:20. Ages: 4 - 8 yrs. • Junior French Club: 16:30 - 17:00. Ages: 8 - 11 yrs. Cost: £5 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.

CREATIVE British Motor Museum

01926 641188. www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk. • Mini Motorists - online!: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 19 Oct.

DANCE & DRAMA Tot Bop

01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk. • Tot Bop Dance Classes (Online): 9:00 - 9:45. Ages: 1 - 9 yrs. Cost: £7 per session (booking essential). Dates: 12 Oct - 28 Dec.

HEALTH & WELLNESS Inner Peace Hatha Yoga

07941 279343. innerpeaceyoga.co.uk. • Gentle Hatha Yoga Classes: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 99 yrs. For different levels including beginners, improvers & mixed. Cost: £10 per session (drop in). Dates: 12 Oct - 30 Nov. 36 Oct - Dec 2020 Toddle About

TUESDAY MUSIC & SIGNING Abingdon Music Centre

07934 364940. www.abingdonmusic.org.uk. • Mini Music Makers: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 1 yrs 1 mths - 5 yrs. • Mini Music Makers: 10:45 - 11:15. Ages: 2 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £4.85 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 1 Dec.

June Chatterbox Tunes

07851 353396. www.facebook.com. • Signs, Rhymes and Sensory: 14:00 - 14:30. Interactive class with Signs, Rhymes and sensory play Ages: 2 mths - 3 yrs. Cost: £4 per session (drop in). Dates: 13 Oct - 27 Oct.

Musical Minis @home

020 8868 0001; athome@musicalminis.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 9:55 & 14:00 - 14:25. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £3 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 15 Dec.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT Kidslingo Fran Fleming

07787226406. www.kidslingo.co.uk. Learn French through fun! www.facebook.com/KidslingoFranFleming/ • Tots Frenchtastic Class: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. • Infant French Club: 16:00 - 16:30. Ages: 4 - 8 yrs. Cost: £5 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.

Nanos Spanish

07940738221. www.nanospanishclub.com. Times: 9:20 - 9:50. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6.50 per session (drop in). Dates: 13 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 1 Dec.

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

ONLINE ACTIVITIES: TUES - THURS North London Baby Massage and Baby Yoga

07958 705282. www.babymassageandyoga.co.uk. • Virtual 5 week Baby Massage Course : 10:00 - 11:00. • Virtual 5 week Baby Yoga Course : 11:15 - 12:15. Cost: £12 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct & 3 Nov - 1 Dec.

HEALTH & WELLNESS Fit with Mum

fitwithmum.com. • Fit with Mum Online: 18:30 - 19:30. Ages: 0 - 99 yrs. Cost: £5 per session (booking essential). Dates: 20 Oct - 24 Nov.

Jeneration Fitness

PREGNANCY Bump2Baby Reality

07960 323 874. www.bump2babyreality.co.uk. Details at facebook.com/bump2babyreality/ • Virtual Coffee Morning: 11:00 - 12:00. Ages: Pregnancy - 1 yrs. Dates: 14 Oct - 16 Dec. • Free Early Pregnancy Class (weekly): 19:00 - 21:00. Ages: Pregnancy. Dates: 14 Oct. Cost: Free (booking essential).

THURSDAY MUSIC & SIGNING

07779809299. www.jenerationfitness.co.uk. • Online HIIT Class: 9:15 - 10:00. • Online Post Natal Class; Back To Fit: 10:15 - 11:00. Cost: £3 per session (booking essential). Dates: 13 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.

Abingdon Music Centre

YogaWalks and Bowen Therapy

Monkey Music Oxford

07950 573719. yogawalks.co.uk. www.facebook.com/YogaWalks • Live online Yoga at home with Lizzy: 8:00 - 8:20. Ages: 0 - 99 yrs. Cost: £5 per session (drop in). Dates: 13 Oct - 15 Dec.

WEDNESDAY MUSIC & SIGNING Abingdon Music Centre

07934 364940. www.abingdonmusic.org.uk. Making music fun! • Mini Music Makers: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. Cost: £4.40 per session (booking essential). • Mini Music Makers: 10:45 - 11:15. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £3.90 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 2 Dec.

AYLESBURY VALE AREA

07934 364940. www.abingdonmusic.org.uk. • Mini Music Makers: 9:45 - 10:15. Ages: 1 yrs 6 mths - 2 yrs 6 mths. Cost: £4.40 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 22 Oct & 5 Nov - 3 Dec.

01235 519806. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. Award-winning preschool music classes • Live Streamed Heigh-Ho: 9:40 - 10:10. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs. • Live Streamed Jiggety-Jig: 10:20 - 10:50. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. • Live Streamed Rock’n’Roll: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 3 m - 1 yrs. • Live Streamed Ding-Dong: 11:40 - 12:10. Ages: 3 - 4 yrs. Cost: £8 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 22 Oct & 5 Nov - 17 Dec.

Musical Minis @home

020 8868 0001; athome@musicalminis.co.uk. athome. musicalminis.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 9:55 & 14:00 - 14:25. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £3 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 17 Dec.

RW Pilates

Cha Char Chimps with Sasha

07734 682019. www.rwpilates1.com. • Pilates Class (ONLINE): 20:00 - 21:00. Cost: £4.17 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 22 Oct.

Musical Minis @home

Amber’s Language, Music & Play

www.ccchimps.com. Times: 10:00 - 10:30. Cost: £2.50 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct.

020 8868 0001; athome@musicalminis.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 9:55 & 14:00 - 14:25. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £3 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 16 Dec.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT Kidslingo Fran Fleming

07787226406. www.kidslingo.co.uk. • Infant French Club: 16:00 - 16:30. Ages: 4 - 8 yrs. Infant French Club - learn French through fun! Cost: £5 per session (booking essential). Dates: 14 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT www.childrensfrenchclasses.co.uk. Fun, musical, interactive French classes taught over Zoom. • Stage 1 French: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 1 yrs 6 mths - 3 yrs. • Stage 2 French: 13:15 - 13:45. Ages: 3 yrs - 5 yrs 11 mths. • Stage 3 French: 16:00 - 16:30. Ages: 6 yrs - 8 yrs 11 mths. Cost: £6 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct & 5 Nov - 3 Dec.

Kidslingo Fran Fleming

DANCE & DRAMA

07787226406. www.kidslingo.co.uk. • Infant French Club (4 - 8 years): 16:00 - 16:30. Infant French Club - learn French through fun! Ages: 4 - 8 yrs. Cost: £5 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 22 Oct & 5 Nov - 17 Dec.

Synergy Dance

Loving Hands Baby Massage & Yoga

07713254260. synergy-dance-online.teachable.com. • Synergy Dance at Home: 12:00 - 12:30. Online Dance & Yoga classes, can be accessed at any time Ages: 4 - 80 yrs. Cost: £0.99 per session (drop in). Dates: 14 Oct - 4 Nov.

07850425136. lovinghandsbabymassage.wordpress.com. • Loving Hands Baby Yoga Online : 10:30 - 11:10. Fun engaging baby yoga classes to learn stretch and grow. Ages: 4 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £4.17 per session (booking essential). Dates: 5 Nov & 3 Dec.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Inner Peace Hatha Yoga

07941 279343. innerpeaceyoga.co.uk. • Beginner Hatha Yoga Class: 10:30 - 11:30. Feel stronger, calmer, better more of the time with yoga Ages: 0 - 99 yrs. Cost: £10 per session (drop in). Dates: 14 Oct - 2 Dec.

YogaWalks and Bowen Therapy

Inner Peace Hatha Yoga

07941 279343. innerpeaceyoga.co.uk. • Mixed Level Hatha Yoga Class: 12:00 - 13:30. Feel stronger, calmer, better more of the time with yoga Ages: 0 - 99 yrs. Cost: £10 per session (drop in). Dates: 15 Oct - 3 Dec.

07950 573719. yogawalks.co.uk. www.facebook.com/YogaWalks • Live Online Yoga at home: 8:00 - 8:50. Ages: 0 - 99 yrs. Cost: £7 per session (drop in). Dates: 14 Oct - 16 Dec. Oct - Dec 2020 Toddle About Milton Keynes & Buckinghamshire 37

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

SOUTH BUCKS AREA

ONLINE ACTIVITIES: THURS - SUN

YogaWalks and Bowen Therapy

07950 573719. yogawalks.co.uk. www.facebook.com/YogaWalks • Live online Yoga at home with Lizzy: 19:00 - 20:00. Ages: 0 - 99 yrs. Cost: £7 per session (drop in). Dates: 15 Oct - 17 Dec.

Birth Right Hypnobirthing

07817233480. www.birthright-hypnobirthing.co.uk. • Online Courses: 19:00 - 22:00. Online Full Antenatal course including KG Hypnobirthing Ages: Pregnancy. Cost: £275 per session (booking essential). Dates: 15 Oct - 22 Oct.

Mini Professors Oxford South

07754016612. www.miniprofessors.com. • Mini Professors @home: 10:15 - 10:55. Ages: 2 yrs - 6 yrs 11 mths. Cost: £4 per session (booking essential). Dates: 7 Nov & 5 Dec.

MUSIC & SIGNING Abingdon Music Centre

07934 364940. www.abingdonmusic.org.uk. Making music fun! • Mini Music Makers: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.40 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 23 Oct & 6 Nov - 4 Dec.

020 8868 0001; athome@musicalminis.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 9:55 & 14:00 - 14:25. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £3 per session (booking essential). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

Kidslingo Fran Fleming

CREATIVE Cynthia Spencer Hospice Charity

01604 973 341. www.cynthiaspencer.org.uk. • Crazy Colins Virtual Magic Show: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 3 - 93 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 30 Oct.

DANCE & DRAMA Tappy Toes Watford

07912 357851. www.tappytoes.com. • Tappy Toes Online: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.50 per session (drop in). Dates: 16 Oct - 23 Oct.

Musicland Oxford

CREATIVE

FRIDAY

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT

MUSIC & SIGNING 07979 813252. www.musiclandoxford.co.uk. www.facebook.com/MusiclandOxford/ • Scutterbugs ONLINE: 11:30 - 11:50. Ages: 2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £4 per session (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct & 7 Nov - 28 Nov.

PREGNANCY

Musical Minis @home

SATURDAY

HEALTH & WELLNESS YogaWalks and Bowen Therapy

07950 573719. yogawalks.co.uk. www.facebook.com/YogaWalks • Live online Yoga at home with Lizzy: 8:00 - 8:50. Ages: 0 - 99 yrs. Cost: £7 per session (drop in). Dates: 16 Oct - 18 Dec.

Bump2Baby Reality

07960 323 874. www.bump2babyreality.co.uk. • Free Early Pregnancy Class (weekly): 19:00 - 21:00. www.facebook.com/bump2babyreality/ Ages: Pregnancy. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 14 Nov.

OTHER Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity 020 3841 3270. www.gosh.org. • RBC Race for the Kids: Time of your choosing. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 17 Oct.

SUNDAY CREATIVE Cynthia Spencer Hospice Charity

01604 973 341. www.cynthiaspencer.org.uk. • Virtual Princess Party: 11:00 - 11:40. Ages: 3 - 10 yrs. Cost: £10 per session (booking essential). Dates: 18 Oct.

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