With all the joys of the warm Summer behind us and some trepidation over what is to come this Autumn, you may understandably be feeling a bit worried and uncertain. A lot of unprecedented things happening all at the same time can feel like a bit much.
Our main job here at Toddle About is to bring you all the happy things that make families love life with their little ones, regardless of what’s happening around us! So this issue we have done just that. This issue we have a brilliant new SEND events section (p.6) with some really great things going on for you and your family.
With half term and Halloween just around the corner, check out the Spooky events in your area (p.10) or have a go at a spooky bake (p.27) plus all the classes and activities around you in the Daily Activity Planner (p.32-49).
There are some festive things to see and do in the lead up to Christmas (check out p.17) and it’s never too early to start Christmas shopping (ideas on p.14).
We got through the worst that COVID and lockdowns could throw at us, and we will all get through this time too, hopefully with some festive joy and fun with your small people.
Loving life with little ones,
PS. Have you used the Toddle About website yet? Simply pop in your postcode, and you will be shown all the different things on offer for little ones near you. Head there now: www.toddleabout.co.uk
Bite Sized News 4-5
SEND Activities and Events 6
Win 'a Family Holiday to the Quiet Site' 7
Quinton House School Article 9 Halloween Events 10
Toddle Models 12-13
Christmas Gift Guide 14
VIP Reader Review 15
Christmas Events 17
Win 'a Family Ticket to Disney on Ice' 18
5 Top Tips for New Dads 21
Win 'a Kidvelo Bike' 23
Special Offer Vouchers 24-25
Christmas Craft 26
Halloween Bake 27
Join our VIP Club 31
Daily Activity Planner 32-49
Directory of Advertisers 51
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Take the family to experience the newest and most amazing Pumpkin Patch at Kislingbury Sunnies and Spooks. They have 15 different pumpkin varieties and top notch refreshments to keep you going. Just don't get lost in the spooky sunflower trail!
You're guaranteed a good time and it is only £1 per person entry, plus under 3's are free!
Open on October 8th & 9th, 15th & 16th, 22nd-30th
10am - 4pm
Kislingbury Sunnies & Spooks on Facebook See P.11
New dance classes at Brixworth Dance Academy!
In beginners’ ballet, your little one will have the chance to explore basic ballet technique furthering their physical development with the use of imaginative storytelling. It is a wonderful class allowing children to dance in their own unique way, have fun and make new friends. Suitable for ages 2 and a half+.
To book a trial visit www.brixworthdance.com
See P.28
Photographer Rachael says part of her job is to make you smile. The other part is to make sure you enjoy your photography session and go home with images that you love! Rachael covers all types of photo sessions in her home studio or on location in Northamptonshire. There are Halloween and Christmas mini sessions coming soon.
Offer: 10% off any photograhy package with code TODDLE www.lunalemonphotos.co.uk See P.22
In addition to their regular weekend baking sessions, during December SENsational EDucational Kitchen will be offering Christmas baking and craft activities. During these, children can bake and decorate cupcakes or biscuits. While they wait for them to bake and cool, they will have the chance to do some Christmassy themed craft such as scratch arts, bracelets, puzzle cubes and snow globes. Join in with the baking or sit back and enjoy watching with a cuppa and a mince pie!
Contact sarah@senedkitchen.co.uk to book your place or visit www.senedkitchen.co.uk See P.46
Cherry Bloom Clothing is owned by Kym, mum of 1 who started her business back in 2019 whilst on maternity leave. The idea has always been to offer brand new affordable clothing, character items and gifts for children right through to adults. The range is always expanding with new items being added and of course CHRISTMAS!
Based in Northampton, offering FREE delivery anywhere in the UK on orders over £10 it's a perfect oppurtunity to support a small business. Follow them on social media or visit www.cherrybloomclothing.co.uk
Offer: £5 off all orders over £25 with code 'TODDLE' See P.15
It's the most wonderful time of the year. Pumpkins being turned into delicious cakes for Hallowe'en and Christmas bakes ready for Santa. Bookings are now being taken for the October term with Half term and Christmas holiday sessions being planned. eat-sleep-bake-repeat.newzenler.com/classes. See P.39
Caroline Joanne Photography is excited to announce a brand new, limited time only offer on newborn photoshoots. Clients can now book a 1 hour mini session to take place in the comfort of your home. If you are looking for a smaller session to the usual full session, this one is 100% focused on your baby. Choose from 4 available colour themes and enjoy a relaxed, naturally posed session. Caroline's work is pure, natural and timeless. Offer: £200 Newborn mini sessions - includes 8 digital images www.carolinejoanne.com/newborn-mini-sessions See P28
What better way to get in the Christmas spirit than a great family Santa experience! The Northampton and Lamport Railway's ever popular Santa Specials run on Saturdays and Sundays from 27th Nov to 18th Dec. All tickets include a steam train ride, meet with Santa, a present for all children and complementary on-train refreshments for all. Wheelchair user's compartment available. Prior booking is ESSENTIAL for all tickets, so book early to avoid disappointment. Full event information available at www.nlr.org.uk. See P.19
Cookery sessions for your children aged 2-11yrs. Your child will have a fun, educational cookery lesson in a home environment. Lessons will be 45mins – 1hr and your child will prepare and cook a delicious recipe ready for them to take home to share.
Look out for their October Spookalicious Holiday Club and if you have older children, check out their after school club too!
Offer: Free KiddyKwizeen Apron for new customers booking a full school term Contact Sarah kiddykwizeen@gmail.com See P.33
Looking after Mum is at the centre of all Mamababybliss classes, courses and workshops. Mamababybliss South Northamptonshire offer classes ranging from Pregnany Yoga through to Baby Massage and Baby Yoga. Weekend one-hour workshops such as Daddy and Baby Massage, Daddy and Baby Yoga and Grandparent(s)and Baby Massage, are proving popular. Supporting developmental milestones are two-hour workshops; Starting Solids, when introducing food to your baby and Toddler-Led Toileting, when you are considering "potty training". All are run from the Roade House Yoga Studio. Contact Hayley.clarke@mamababybliss.com. See P.45
J Foster Ltd - Domestic Cleaners are looking for reliable house cleaners throughout Northamptonshire. If you are looking for local work that fits around the Nursery/ School run, this could be ideal for you. Do you enjoy cleaning your own home to a high standard? Why not put your talents to good use and help someone else to have a clean, tidy and inviting home! For more information, drop them an email at jfosterltd@gmail.com or visit www.domesticcleanersnorthampton.co.uk See P.22
Riverside Hub. Time: 6.30-9.30pm. Booking required
SEND Halloween is a dedicated event especially for families of children with special needs and disabilities and their friends.
These events are quieter than the usual play sessions and take place once the venue has closed.
Riverside Retail Park, 7 Carousel Way, Northampton NN3 9HG
Tel: 01604 403003 Riversidehub www.riversidehub.com
Royal & Derngate. Time - Various. Booking required
Join Jack and The Good Fairy as they climb the beanstalk to do battle with the Giant…it will be a Fe-Fi-Fo-Fun show!
Vocal powerhouse Keala Settle, star of global blockbuster movie The Greatest Showman, leads the cast, with the hilarious Bob Golding returning to Royal & Derngate as Dame Trott, and the wonderful Alex Lodge, who appeared as Dick Whittington last year, is back as Jack! Horrible Histories and Swashbuckle’s Richard David-Caine completes the all-star line up for this year’s show. This is the pantomime you’ve ‘bean’ waiting for, with lavish sets, hilarious jokes, knockout vocals and fun for the whole family!
Audio Described – Fri 16 December 2022 7pm and Fri 30 December 2022 1pm
BSL Sign Interpreted – Sun 18 December 2022 7pm and Thu 29 December 2.30pm
Captioned – Tue 20 December 2022 7pm
Relaxed Performance – Sat 31 December 2022 1pm
Guildhall Road, Northampton, NN1 1DP Tel: 01604 624811 RoyalandDerngate www.royalandderngate.co.uk
Royal & Derngate. Time - Various. Booking required
Twas the night before Christmas when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse…
Having enchanted children at Christmas time for more than 200 years this popular festive poem bursts into life in a magical production for under 7s and their grown-ups. Watch in amazement as Father Christmas and his reindeer fly through the starlit sky on their busy Christmas Eve journey ensuring that every last present is delivered on time!
Relaxed Performance – Sat 26 November 2022 4pm, Sat 10 December 2022 4pm & Fri 23 December 2022 4pm
BSL Sign Interpreted – Sat 10 December 2022 4pm Guildhall Road, Northampton, NN1 1DP Tel: 01604 624811 RoyalandDerngate www.royalandderngate.co.uk
Whilton Locks Garden Village
Booking required
During the super SEN skating sessions, you and your children can enjoy the ice either using full traditional skates or twin bladed ice skates for added stability. Push chairs and wheelchairs are allowed on the ice. It is a chance for the whole family to enjoy skating together with low music levels, absolute minimal queuing and when booking online, you can tell them any specific requests to help your child feel at ease.
3rd & 4th Dec and 3rd Jan at 9am. There’s no better treat for the little ones (and often big ones!) than to see Santa. There will be low slot numbers to allow extra time to take in all of the sensory aspects of our magical Grotto, so early prebooking is recommended.
3rd & 4th, 10th & 11th, 17th-23rd Dec at 10-10.20
Whilton, Daventry, Northamptonshire. NN11 2NH
Tel: 01327 843100 whiltonlocksgardenvillage www.whiltonlocksgardenvillage.com
Spend three nights at The Quiet Site, an awardwinning eco holiday park located in
will stay in a Glamping Burrow - large underground living spaces with an amazing view over the Ullswater valley. They are superbly insulated, energy efficient, secure and virtually invisible unless
know where to look.
The generous 15m2 space is ideal for family living and can accommodate up to 2 adults and 4 children. Inside you have all your mod cons, including kettle, microwave, fridge and toilet.
The Quiet Site is ideally located near to a number of fantastic family-friendly attractions and there a host of amazing activities including walking, cycling, paddle boarding, boat trips and more.
Starting Nursery is an exciting and intriguing time for both parents and little ones alike. A time for discovering new friendships, new interests and a new love of learning.
It can also feel like quite a daunting time with the initial steps into your child’s education. The first time of not being there seeing their new ‘firsts’. This is why it is equally important for you as a parent to love your choice of nursery as much as your child does. This is your journey with them too.
Here are some key elements that may help you along the way when looking for the perfect nursery for your child!
Your extended family – The nursery team are there to nurture and guide your child in a home-from-home setting, where you feel confident that they are receiving an extension of your care. Keeping you updated on your child’s new discoveries such as cookery, phonics & forest school, as well as tailored areas of support. Recognising each child’s individual needs is key to helping them develop & thrive without following a ‘one-sizefits-all’ approach.
Outdoor learning – Developing a love & fascination of the nature found on their doorstep will set them up for a lifelong love of
the world around them and more importantly, how they can all play their part in protecting it. What’s more inviting than crunching autumn leaves in a forest school, whilst learning about their kaleidoscope of colours? Or planting seeds in a veggie patch and feeling the reward of watching their results grow right in front of them?
Set for success – Combining exciting free play and experiential opportunities plays a vital role in the academic, physical, social, emotional and communicative development of your child. These will all lead to a seamless transition along the next steps, into Reception and beyond.
Above all, you will know when the nursery setting you visit is right for you and your family. The ‘feel’ is of paramount importance, and walking away with the confidence that they are on the path to success is key.
“I have a keen interest in creating new activities that will inspire and capture the children’s intrigue and imagination.” Mrs Kinross – Nursery Manager
House in Northampton is a co-educational day school for children aged 2-18 years. They are committed to offering teaching and learning in small classes so that pupils’ needs are met and opportunities for development explored. Their aim is to provide your child with a safe, stimulating, and caring environment in which to embark on their school life. If you’d like to find out more about their nurturing Nursery
29th October,
Various times Baby Sensory Northampton will be running their hugely popular baby pumpkin parties. Booking opens soon! Visit them on social media for more information
Cost: £12.50
Unit 2, Green lodge barns, Nr Nobottle NN7 4HD www.babysensory.com/ northampton Babysensorynorthampton
30th October
Enjoy a fun filled afternoon full of halloween party games. Every Child Receives a small gift. Fancy Dress. Halloween themed games. Refreshements available for purchase. Hot dogs for children are provided.
Cost: £6.50 56 Sheep St, Northampton NN1 2LZ Eventsbarandclub
It’s time to put on your witch’s hat and get your little one dressed up! Enjoy the spooky season at these Halloween events near you
28th October 10am-12pm & 12:30pm-2:30pm
My Baby Spa for newborn to 12 month olds has just launched in Northampton and are kicking off with their legendary Spooky Spa Halloween Specials.
A full sensory spa experience in a darkened room with lots of sensory lights including baby jacuzzi and a guided massage with natural, vegan and organic oil. Then for the famous spa photo as well as a Halloween picture. All this, plus a Trick-or-Treat afternoon tea! Spaces are very limited and tend to sell out fast so grab your spot over on their website.
Cost: £60
Hardingstone Village Hall, High Street, Hardingstone, NN4 6DA www.mybabyspa.co.uk
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30th October, 4.30 - 6.30pm
Groove to the tunes of terror at Wicky’s wicked Disco, join them for some ghoulish games and don’t forget to dress up in your freakiest fancy dress!
Cost: £6
Barton Road, Kettering, NN15 6NJ www.wicksteedpark.org/events/ wickys-mini-monsters-ball Wicksteedpark
15th - 30th October,
Step inside the haunted house for a spooky trail and treasure hunt. Wander through the mysterious maze, witchy woods and discover the dragon’s lair (if you dare!)
Cost: standard entry prices plus £5 for the haunted house & £5 per pumpkin
Naseby Road, Welford, NN6 6HZ www.minimeadowsfarm.com Minimeadowsfarm
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Playmobil sets provide endless oppurtunity for imaginative play. This large farm set includes two enclosures for both native and exotic animals, a tractor with detachable trailer with figures of the zoo keeper and visitors. It’s a toy that promotes creativity, fine motor skills, language development, congitive understanding and social competence.
Buy from Playmobil
Play peekaboo and lots more with this special stacking toy from TAF Toys. The ideal size for tummy-time practice, the ball drop and stacking helps develop muscles and hand control. Toddlers with learn about object permanence by watching the balls disappear at the top to reappear at the bottom, enjoy sensory play using the textured balls and build strength pushing the larger balls through the extra resistance lid. Suitable for 6 mths+.
Available to buy from JoJo Maman Bebe
Little ones will love shooting a basket, scoring a goal and hitting the target with this 3-in-1 Sports Centre. The chunky scoreboard counts baskets and plays encouraging phrases when goals are scored, as well as playing 4 songs and 18 melodies. Includes adjustable board levels to grow with your child. Buy from Argos
Jaspar The Dreamy Elephant is a multi award winning sleep aid, and would make a wonderful gift for any child and parent alike! Created by the Dreamy Elephant Company, Jaspar helps parents of newborns and toddlers develop a stronger loving bond with them, helps ease separation anxiety for babies and soothes them to a restful sleep. thedreamyelephantcompany.com
Offer: 15% off with code TA15
The Bag Daddy is made from high quality, waterpoofed cotton canvas and has a leather finish. It is beautiful and stylish, designed for modern parents. With versatile chambers and the ability to add extra attachable side pockets, you can have your bag packed, ready to look effortless for daily childcare activities. Be the organised and relaxed parent in the playground! The Bag Daddy is everything you need and even includes a changing mat with every bag.
Buy from www.bagdaddy.co.uk
Offer: Use code Toddleabout for a 10% discount.
Jaspar The Dreamy Elephant (RRP. £49.99) is a multi award-winning baby sleep aid and bonding companion that allows you to record up to 20 minutes of your own voice.
My little 3-month-old girl loves Jaspar and its features. It’s a beautiful sleeping aid and I found it to be very helpful in getting my little one to relax and sleep. My baby was crying, struggling to go to sleep and seemed very fussy at times.
Now that she has got Jaspar, she enjoys the soothing sounds of chirping birds, which is her favourite. Jaspar helped her calm down and have a peaceful night sleep. Jaspar has truly helped her getting ready for bed as she now recognises the bird sounds which she now associates with bedtime.
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There are other white noises too and I think the voice recording is a great feature. My husband and I recorded our voices and our little one recognised the voices immediately and gave us a big smile.
This product is a great addition and has really helped my baby. The material is very soft and Jaspar is light and cuddly. It arrived well packed and included a bag. Overall it’s the perfect sleeping aid for babies and I would highly recommend this product.
Shop at www.thedreamyelephantcompany.com
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Tickets have gone on sale for an exciting new themed Santa’s Grotto at centre:mk, Milton Keynes. The unique grotto is one of the UK’s largest and this Christmas, an immersive, magical adventure with The SnowmanTM will delight families. Opening on Friday 18 November, the interactive grotto experience will be brought to life by actors playing the part of The SnowmanTM and the little boy. Visitors will experience The SnowmanTM story of how he comes to life and embarks on a magical adventure with his friend, before meeting Santa himself.
Centre:MK, Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 3EP
Tel: 01908 398115 CentreMKofficial www.centre:mk.com
Cost: Child £13.75 in November, £16.50 in December. Adults & Babies £5.50
Moulton Community Centre. 10.30am-2.30pm.
Fun festive family event, with Christmas Market, Tombola & Raffle, Carol singing, mulled wine & Festive treats. In the Winter Wonderland, Write your letter to Father Christmas - Make some (eco friendly) Reindeer food - Enjoy lots of Christmas Crafts Sandy Hill, Reedings, Moulton NN3 7AX Tel: 07484 517086 Moultoncommunitycentre www.www.moultonnorthants-pc.gov.uk
Cost: Free entry.
Photo-times Studio. Various times.
Photo-times Photography will be transforming their studio into a winter wonderland. So get yourselves dressed in your favourite Christmas jumpers ready for your family’s chance to imagine and dream up the perfect Christmas. From giant lollipops and candy canes to hot chocolate in front of a roaring fire.
Unit 2 Hillstone Barns, Brook Street, Hargrave NN9 6BP
Tel: 01933 779715 Photo.times www.photo-times.co.uk/do/christmas
Offer: £65 per family for 2 different sets, 20-minute session, design consultation to choose your preferred photographs and 10 Christmas cards with a photograph from the session.
Baby Sensory Centre. Time TBC.
During the week of 12th December, the magic of your baby's 1st christmas will be celebrated. Booking opens very soon so do visit social media and website for more details.
Unit 2, Green lodge barns, Nr Nobottle NN7 4HD
Tel: 07512 469881 babysensorynorthampton www.babysensory.com/northampton
Cost: £12.50.
The Core at Corby Cube. Various times.
Join Santa, Rudolph, Ellie the elf and her best friend Izzy in this Christmas cracker of a 35 minute show for pre-school children this December. This is an interactive show that you and your little ones will be invited to join in with, full of songs, laughter and festive fun. The children will have the chance to meet Santa and the Elves after the show and receive a gift from them.
The Core at Corby Cube, George Street, Corby NN17 1QG
Tel: 01536 470470 Thecoreatcorbycube www.thecorecorby.com
Cost: from £10.50 per ticket.
We’ve teamed up with Disney On Ice to give away a VIP family ticket (max four people) to one of the London Dream Big shows.
this Christmas extra special by winning tickets to Disney On Ice presents Dream Big Courage leads the way for Disney’s most adventurous heroes when Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse lead a journey through your favourite Disney tales old and new in Disney On Ice presents Dream Big. Get ready to enter the enchanting Disney Kingdom as the show skates into London O2 from 22nd – 31st December.
We’re well aware that most people reading Toddle About will be mums. However, according to our recent reader survey, more dads are getting in on the act – which is great to see. And we don’t want to leave them out!
So much parenting literature is written by women, for women - and there is nothing wrong with that in itself. In fact, it makes total sense. But the lack of content available from a dad’s perspective, written to help dads, has consequences – and it means everyone misses out. Not only are dads’ own needs often not being supported, but this has a knock-on effect that they can’t be as supportive to the mums as they might otherwise be.
That’s why we’ve invited Gordon Dowall-Potter from MANtenatal to share his top 5 tips for any expecting dad-to-be or birth partner. Everything Gordon and his team do at MANtenatal is through the eyes of a dad and this gives his 5 top tips a refreshing angle.
No matter your upbringing, you get to decide on the type of father you want to be.
One of the key messages we tell all the guys who join our squad is that they must get off the bench and get in the game. Yes, that does mean rolling up your sleeves and getting close to all elements of the birth, pre, during and post. We are great believers that you won’t be a real dad unless you get your baby’s poo under your fingernails ☺ .
The power of your voice and the connection it has with your baby cannot be underestimated. No need to wait for baby to arrive, read to bump.
There is so much research that confirms how this simple act can make a huge impact on how you bond with your baby.
The average temperature in a delivery room is around 28° Celsius. This is why dads and birth partners should take clothes that they can relax in. Would you wear jeans to a beach when the temp was 28 degrees?
Regardless if it’s a vaginal birth or caesarean, what a woman’s body is designed to do is amazing. Not only will they grow life, they have the ability to feed that life too. Women are amazing!
Gordon Dowall-Potter is the owner and founder of MANtenatal, the leading digital platform designed exclusively for dads-to-be and birth partners. Endorsed by the NHS and midwives from across the world, MANtenatal digital courses are designed to be completed from the comfort of your own home. With a choice of Offline Course videos, live Group Courses and Private 1:1 Coaching, you can find out more at www.MANtenatal.com or via their socials @MANtenatal #bestdadyoucanbe
To celebrate the launch of Kidvelo Bikes we’re giving one lucky reader the chance to win a Kidvelo Rookie 12 Balance Bike.
With over 40 years of combined expertise in the balance bike industry, the founders set out to improve balance bike design and design a range of lightweight bikes that help kids learn to ride.
Balance Bikes help toddlers learn balance, gain confidence and develop the skills needed for success. The award-winning Rookie 12 is the lightest (2.89Kg), with air-filled tyres, and is fully adjustable for a comfortable ride. Child-sized components complement their unique design, similar to what you expect on a premium adult bike. With a super low seat position, early riders from 18 months can ride, and it will still fit when they are 5.
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These cute little Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats are child-friendly and so easy to make! The perfect little Halloween treats for adults and kids alike. This mixture makes 12-14 Rice Krispie treats.
213g jar of Marshmallow Fluff
56g unsalted butter
Orange food colouring
140g Rice Krispies
Large chocolate chips or any straight piece of chocolate (for pumpkin stalks). 12 green M&Ms Black writing icing
1. Place the marshmallow fluff and butter into a large saucepan over a low heat. Stir continuously until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth.
2. Add in the orange food colouring, a few drops at a time until you get the desired shade.
3. Add in the Rice Krispies and stir until they are all orange.
4. Line a baking tray with grease proof paper.
5. Take a heaped 2 tbsp of mixture and shape into a ball (Tip: wear disposable gloves!)
6. Place onto your lined baking tray and stick your chocolate stalks in the centre.
7. Press a green M&M to one side of the stem.
8. Repeat until you’ve used all the mixture.
9. Leave to set for 10 minutes, then draw a face on one side of your pumpkin with black writing icing. Get creative!
10. Leave to set for a further 10-15 minutes, then enjoy!
Recipe by Annie Standing-Ngai from Annie’s Noms, www.anniesnoms.com – i anniesnomsblog f anniesnoms
Made using baby safe leather which is soft, flexible and breathable, these Dotty Fish shoes are designed especially for growing little feet with a wide toe area. Worth £13.69.
This 3-in-1 spotting and counting book from Miles Kelly transforms into an ice cream shop for children to role play being a shopkeeper and customer. Worth £19.99.
Brand new Organix Baby meals and finger food range, made from all organic ingredients with their trademark No Junk Promise. The baby meals are tailored to every development stage. Worth £33.60.
Compatible with other branded train sets, this wooden playset from Hape will keep little ones entertained for hours. With 50 wooden railway pieces, including trains, trees and
This educational game from Taf Toys for 18 mths+ contains 5 baby safe magnets which children catch and collect, organising cards by size, theme, colour, or number. Worth £17.99.
This adorable fruit smelling friend helps little ones explore the 5 senses through play and learn about colours, numbers, taste and texture. There are 3 modes: free play, quiz and music mode. Worth £34.99.
This enormous toy playset, based on the hit animation, contains a Bluey figure and has plenty of moving parts, with four large rooms and plenty of removable furniture. Worth £39.99.
Made from a super soft and unique luxury organic linen and cotton blend, this sleeping bag is ideal for baby’s delicate skin. Worth £44.95
From leading Early Years expert Penny Tassoni MBE, Time
To... picture books use simple words and colourful illustrations to help young children understand everyday skills. Worth £23.96.
Duston Library, Pendle Road, Northampton, NN5 6DT. 03001267000. www3.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Rhymetime: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
• Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 3 Oct - 12 Dec.
Duston Parent and Toddler Group
Duston Village Hall, Sycamore Road Duston, Northampton, NN5 6JS. 07717 873074.
Times: 10:00 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs 11 mths.
Cost: £2 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Earls Barton Library, Broad Street, Earls Barton, NN6 0ND. 0300 126 1000. www3.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Stay & Play: 14:15 - 15:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
• Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Grange Park Community Centre, School Lane, Grange Park, Northampton, NN4 5FZ.
Times: 10:00 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
Cost: £3.50 (drop in). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Harlestone Village Hall, Harlestone, Northampton, NN7 4EH. 07895 953743.
Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.
Cost: £2 (drop in). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Moulton Library, Moulton Community Centre, Reedings, Moulton, NN3 7AX. www3.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Play and Learn for under 5s: 13:00 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
• Cost: Free (book). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Northampton High School, Newport Pagnell Road, Hardingstone, Northampton, NN4 6UU. 01604 765765. www.northamptonhigh. co.uk.
• We Can: Create and Grow! 9:15 - 10:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
• Cost: £6 (book). Dates: 3 Oct - 24 Oct & 7 Nov - 12 Dec.
Carey Baptist Church, 34 West Street, Moulton, NN3 7SB. 01604 491966. www.careybaptist.org.uk.
Times: 13:30 - 14:40. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.
Cost: £0.70 (drop in). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 21 Nov.
Collingtree Village Hall (Mondays), High Street (Opposite Pub Wooden Walls of Old England), Collingtree, Northampton, NN4 0NQ. Helen – 07561413126. ccchimps.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 24 Oct.
Hardingstone, Hardingstone Village Hall, High Street, Northampton, NN4 6DA. 07811 771480. www.musicbugs.co.uk.
• Family Bugs: 10:00 - 10:40 & 13:00 - 13:40. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6.50 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 5 Dec.
• Mini Bugs: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 6 mths - 2 yrs. Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct.
• Baby Bugs: 12:00 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 10 mths. Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 5 Dec. Cost: £5.50 (book)
Weston Favell Library, Weston Favell Centre, Northampton, NN3 8JZ. 0300 126 1000.
• Story Stomp: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs 11 mths.
• Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
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The Wootton Trinity Centre, High Street, Wootton, NN4 6LP. 07775877093. www.hartbeeps.com.
• Happy House: 10:00 - 10:45. Toddler classes suitable for walkers & their siblings Ages: 1½ - 5 yrs.
• Baby Beeps: 11:00 - 11:45. Baby classes suitable from sitting to toddling Ages: 6 mths - 1½ .
• Baby Bells : 12:00 - 12:45. Baby classes suitable from newborn to sitting Ages: 0 - 6 mths. Cost: £6.50 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
The Hawthorns, Weedon rd, Upton, NN5 4WR. 07772536338. www. kidslingo.co.uk.
• Kidslingo Fun Spanish Class: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 1½ - 4 yrs 11 mths. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 5 Dec.
Eat Sleep Bake Repeat, 36 Summerfields, West Hunsbury, Northampton, NN4 9YN. 07985 408289. Eat-sleep-bake-repeat. newzenler.com.
• Preschool cookery classes Times: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Times: 12:30 - 13:15. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Times: 13:30 - 14:15. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs.
• After school cookery classes: 16:30 - 17:15. Ages: 4 - 11 yrs. Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
• School Holiday cookery classes: 10:00 - 10:45 & 13:3014:15.
Ages: 2 - 11 yrs. Dates: 24 Oct. Cost: £8 (booking essential).
Oncore Studios, Footshape House, Kingsthorpe Road, Northampton, NN2 6HT. 07971 824 759 or 07894 667 333. www. oncoredanceacademy.co.uk.
• Baby Ballet: 16:15 - 17:00. Free trial class. Ages: 3 - 4 yrs.
• Pre-Primary 1 Ballet: 17:00 - 17:45. Ages: 4 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free trial class, Quote ‘Toddle About’ when booking.
Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Lings Forum Leisure Centre, Billing Brook Road, Weston Favell, Northampton, NN3 8JR. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Soccer Cubz Football Classes: 10:30 - 11:00 & 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 1½ - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.50 Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct, 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
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Danes Camp, Clannell Road, Hunsbury, Northampton, NN4 0RX. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Preschool Gymnastics: 11:15 - 12:00 & 12:15 - 13:00. Ages: 2 - 5 yrs.
• Family Friendly Swim: 9:00 - 10:15. Ages: 0 - 8 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
ABC Swim - Billing Aquadrome Pool, The Venue, Crow Lane, Little Billing, Northampton, NN3 9DA. 01604826066. www. activebabycompany.co.uk.
• Swimming LessonsPre-schoolers
Times: 9:45 - 10:15. Ages: 3 yrs - 4 yrs 11 mths. Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct, 31 Oct - 12 Dec Times: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 1 - 2½ yrs . Times: 10:45 - 11:15. Ages: 2 - 2½ yrs. Times: 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 2 mths - 1½ yrs . Cost: £10 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 24 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
The Beehive, Harborough Road, Kingsthorpe, Northampton, NN2 8LR. 01604 830405. www.aqualightbabies.co.uk.
• Aqualight Swimming 6-12 months: 11:30 - 12:00. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £11 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Headlands Primary School, Bushland Road, Northampton, NN3 2NS. 01604 830405. www.aqualightbabies.co.uk.
• Aqualight Swimming 6-12 months: 11:30 - 12:00. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £11 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Charter House Clinic, The Avenue, Flore, Northampton, NN7 4LZ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.
Times: 10:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 12 Dec.
Duston Library, Pendle Road, Northampton, NN5 6DT. 03001267000. www3.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Bounce and Rhyme: 10:30 - 11:00.
Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 4 Oct - 13 Dec.
New Life Church, 9 Tower Street, Northampton, NN1 2SN. 01604 630457. facebook.com.
Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
St Giles Church Centre, St Giles Terrace, Northampton, NN1 2BN. 01604 628623.
Times: 10:00 - 11:00.
Parent and Tots group with crafts, play and singing.
Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 2 Nov - 13 Dec.
Kairos Centre, Grange Park, Wilks Walk, Northampton, NN4 5DW. Times: 9:15 - 11:15. Ages: 0 - 3 yrs. Cost: £3 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 22 Nov & 13 Dec.
Wootton Community Centre, Curtlee Hill, Wootton, Northampton, NN4 6ED. 07766 731542. www.boogiebeanies.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Parklands Community Centre (Tuesdays), Devon Way, Northampton, NN3 6DX. Helen – 07561413126. ccchimps.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 25 Oct.
Hunsbury Library, Overslade Close, Hunsbury, NN4 0RZ. 01604 702691. www.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Rhymetime: 10:30 - 11:00.
Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Hardingstone, Hardingstone Village Hall, High Street, Northampton, NN4 6DA. 07811 771480. www.musicbugs.co.uk.
• Family Bugs: 10:00 - 10:40.
Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6.50 (booking essential).
• Baby Bugs: 11:00 - 11:30.
Ages: 0 - 10 mths. Cost: £5.50 (booking essential).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 6 Dec.
Weston Favell Library, Weston Favell Centre, Northampton, NN3 8JZ. 0300 126 1000.
• Little Ones: 10:00 - 11:00. Social singing group
Ages: 0 - 2 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Baby Sensory Centre, Unit 2 - Green Lodge Barn, Nr Nobottle, Northampton, NN7 4HD. 07512 469881. www.babysensory.com.
• Baby Sensory (0 - 13mths): 10:00 - 11:00 & 13:00 - 14:00. Baby development classes inc. signing, massage, music & play Ages: 0 - 13 mths.
• Baby Sensory (0 - 6mths): 11:30 - 12:00.
Ages: 0 - 6 mths.
Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Eat Sleep Bake Repeat, 36 Summerfields, West Hunsbury, Northampton, NN4 9YN. 07985 408289. Eat-sleep-bake-repeat. newzenler.com.
• Preschool cookery classes
Times: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec. Times: 10:45 - 11:30. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Dates: 1 Nov - 13 Dec. Times: 11:45 - 12:30. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs.
• After school cookery classes: 16:30 - 17:15. Ages: 4 - 11 yrs. Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct.
• School Holiday cookery classes: 10:00 - 10:45 & 13:3014:15. Ages: 2 - 11 yrs. Dates: 25 Oct. Cost: £8 (booking essential).
Great Houghton Hall, High Street, Great Houghton, Northampton, NN4 7AG. 01604 877577. dexteritydance.com.
• Gymnastics & Circus: 9:30 - 10:15. £6 per class drop in or £5.50 if pre-booked Ages: 1 - 5 yrs.
• Home Ed: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 5 - 11 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential).
• Ballet: 16:00 - 16:30 & 16:30 - 17:00. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.
Cost: £3.50 (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
• Street Dance: 16:15 - 17:00. Ages: 6 - 12 yrs. Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct, 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
• Contemporary Dance Fusion Times: 17:00 - 17:45. Ages: 5 - 11 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Times: 18:00 - 19:00. Ages: 5 - 11 yrs. Cost: £6.50 (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Oncore Studios, Footshape House, Kingsthorpe Road, Northampton, NN2 6HT. 07971 824 759 or 07894 667 333. www. oncoredanceacademy.co.uk.
• Baby Ballet: 10:00 - 10:45. Free trial class. Quote ‘Toddle About’ when booking. Ages: 3 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 13 Dec.
Sywell Country Park, Washbrook Lane, Ecton, Northampton, NN6 0Qx. www.northamptonshireparks.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £4.50 (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct, 18 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov & 6 Dec.
Irchester Country Park, Gipsy Lane, Wellingborough, NN29 7DL. www.northamptonshireparks.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £4.50 (booking essential). Dates: 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 22 Nov & 13 Dec.
Northampton County Lawn Tennis Club, 54b Church Way, Weston Favell, Northampton, NN3 3BX. 07766557122.
• Tiny Tots Tennis: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 2½ - 5 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue, Duston, NN6 5EX. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Rugby Cubz: 13:00 - 13:30 & 13:45 - 14:15. Ages: 1½ - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.50 (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Lings Forum Leisure Centre, Billing Brook Road, Weston Favell, Northampton, NN3 8JR. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Rugby Cubz: 11:15 - 11:45 & 11:45 - 12:15.
Ages: 1 yrs 4 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.50 (booking essential).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
ABC Swim - Billing Aquadrome Pool, The Venue, Crow Lane, Little Billing, Northampton, NN3 9DA. 01604826066. www. activebabycompany.co.uk.
• Pre-schooler Swimming Lessons
Times: 9:45 - 10:15. Ages: 3 yrs - 4 yrs 11 mths. Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct, 1 Nov - 13 Dec
Times: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 1 yrs - 2½ .
Times: 10:45 - 11:15. Ages: 2 yrs - 2½ .
Times: 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 2 mths - 1½ .
Cost: £10 (booking essential).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Spratton Road, Brixworth, NN6 9DS. 0300 126 7000
• Rhymetime: 10:00 - 10:30 & 11:00 - 11:30. These sessions are aimed at confident walkers Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).
Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Broad Street, Earls Barton, NN6 0ND. 0300 126 1000. Play and Learn for Under 5s: 10:30 - 12:00.
Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential).
Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Headlands Lower School, Bushland Road, Headlands, Northampton, NN3 2NS. 01604 413462.
Times: 9:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in).
Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
The Elgar Centre, High Street, Upton, Northampton, NN5 4EN. 07936 436852. www.kucc.co.uk.
• Upton Tots and Babies: 10:00 - 12:00. Contact totsgroup@kucc.co.uk for updates and bookings
Ages: Pregnancy - 5 yrs. Cost: £3 (drop in).
Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Moulton Library, Moulton Community Centre, Reedings, Moulton, NN3 7AX. www3.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Storytime: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
Cost: Free (booking essential).
Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Northampton High School, Newport Pagnell Road, Hardingstone, Northampton, NN4 6UU. 01604 765765. www.northamptonhigh. co.uk.
• We Can: Play and Grow! 9:15 - 10:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential).
Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Kingsthorpe Children’s Centre, 31 St David’s Road, Northampton, NN2 6NS. 07880 136070. www.westnorthants.gov.uk.
Strong Start baby or under 5s event: 10:00 - 11:00.
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Cha Char Chimps - Northampton
Harlestone Village Institute (Weds), Harlestone, Northampton, NN7 4EH. Helen – 07561413126. ccchimps.com.
• Cha Char Chimps Show: 10:00 - 11:00. Entertainment show and cake!
Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 26 Oct.
Moulton Community Centre, Sandy Hill Lane, Reedings, Northampton, NN3 7AX. 07811 771480. www.musicbugs.co.uk.
• Family Bugs: 10:00 - 10:40. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6.50 (book)
• Mini Bugs: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 6 mths - 2 yrs.
• Baby Bugs: 12:00 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 10 mths. Cost: £5.50 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 7 Dec.
Weston Favell Library, Weston Favell Centre, Northampton, NN3 8JZ. 0300 126 1000.
• Rhymetime: 10:00 - 10:30.
Ages: 1 yrs - 4 yrs 11 mths. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct, 2 Nov - 14 Dec
Baby Sensory Centre, Unit 2 - Green Lodge Barn, Nr Nobottle, Northampton, NN7 4HD. 07512 469881. www.babysensory.com.
• Baby Sensory (0 - 13mths): 10:00 - 11:00 & 13:00 - 14:00. Ages: 0 - 13 mths.
• Baby Sensory (0 - 6mths): 11:30 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 6 mths. Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Parsons Hall, High Street, Irchester, NN29 7AB. 07775877093. www. hartbeeps.com.
• Happy House: 9:30 - 10:15. Toddler classes suitable for walkers & their siblings Ages: 1½ - 5 yrs.
• Baby Beeps: 10:30 - 11:15. Baby classes suitable from sitting to toddling Ages: 6 mths - 1½ .
• Baby Bells : 11:30 - 12:15. Baby classes suitable from newborn to sitting Ages: 0 - 6 mths. Cost: £6.50 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Eat Sleep Bake Repeat, 36 Summerfields, West Hunsbury, Northampton, NN4 9YN. 07985 408289. Eat-sleep-bake-repeat. newzenler.com.
• Preschool cookery classes Times: 9:00 - 9:45. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Dates: 2 Nov - 14 Dec. Times: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct. Times: 13:30 - 14:15. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Cost: £8 (booking essential).
Dexterity Dance, Gymnastics & Musokan Dojo
Great Houghton Hall, High Street, Great Houghton, Northampton, NN4 7AG. 01604 877577. dexteritydance.com.
• Street Dance: 16:15 - 17:00. Ages: 6 - 12 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
www.toddleabout.co.uk
For Daventry & Rugby classes:
Lauren on 07368 987865
Email: rugby@babysensory.co.uk
Classes: Monday, Welton Village Hall, Daventry,
Tuesday, Lilbourne Village Hall,
For Northampton classes: Call: Sarah on 07512 469881
Email: northampton@babysensory.co.uk
Classes: Daily, Monday to Friday at The Baby Sensory Centre, Nobottle,
Oncore Studios, Footshape House, Kingsthorpe Road, Northampton, NN2 6HT. 07971 824 759 or 07894 667 333. www. oncoredanceacademy.co.uk.
• Groovy Movers (Oncore): 16:15 - 17:00. Free trial class. Quote ‘Toddle About’ when booking. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.
• Junior Street Dance: 17:00 - 17:45 & 17:45 - 18:30. Ages: 4 - 5 yrs.
Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Storehouse Church Lodge Farm Community Centre, Crestwood Road, Northampton, NN3 8JJ. 07853 765517. www.storehousechurch.co.uk.
• Tiny Tadpoles: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Brixworth Country Park, Northampton Road, Brixworth, Northampton, NN6 9DG. www.northamptonshireparks.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £4.50 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov & 7 Dec.
Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue, Duston, NN6 5EX. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Soft Zone: 9:00 - 10:30. An unstructured play session for parent and child Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.50 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Billing Brook Road, Weston Favell, Northampton, NN3 8JR. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Preschool Gymnastics: 10:00 - 10:45 & 11:00 - 11:45. Ages: 2 - 5 yrs.
• Rugby Cubz: 13:00 - 13:30 & 13:45 - 14:15. Ages: 1 yrs 4 mths - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.50 (book). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
The Mounts, Northampton, NN1 3DN. 01604 837400. Family Friendly Swimming: 14:00 - 15:00. Starts your tots journey in the water Ages: 0 - 8 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Grange Park Community Centre, School Lane, Grange Park, Northampton, NN4 5FZ. 07814 884 948. www.tumbletots.com.
• Tumble Tots
Structured Play for little ones
Times: 9:35 - 10:05. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs. Times: 10:25 - 10:55 & 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 1 yrs - 2½ . Cost: £7.25 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 14 Dec.
ABC Swim - Billing Aquadrome Pool, The Venue, Crow Lane, Little Billing, Northampton, NN3 9DA. 01604826066. www. activebabycompany.co.uk.
• Swimming Lessons Pre-schoolers
Times: 9:45 - 10:15. Ages: 3 yrs - 4 yrs 11 mths. Times: 21:45 - 22:15. Ages: 3 yrs - 4 yrs 11 mths. Times: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 1 yrs - 2½ yrs . Times: 10:45 - 11:15. Ages: 2 yrs - 2½ yrs . Times: 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 2 mths - 1½ yrs . Cost: £10
5 Oct - 19 Oct
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Abbey Centre Baptist Church Baby & Toddler Group
Abbey Centre Baptist Church, Overslade Close, Hunsbury, Northampton, NN4 0RZ. 01604 767568. www.abbeycentre.org.uk.
Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in).
Dates: 6 Oct - 15 Dec.
Brixworth Library, Spratton Road, Brixworth, NN6 9DS. 0300 126 7000. www.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Under Ones Fun: 10:30 - 12:00. Fortnightly Health Visitor Clinic runs alongside this event.
Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 15 Dec.
Kislingbury & Upton Community Church
Kislingbury & Upton Community Church, Mill Lane, Kislingbury, NN7 4BB. 07936 436852. www.kucc.co.uk.
• Kizzle Tots and Babies: 10:00 - 12:00. Contact totsgroup@kucc.co.uk for updates and bookings
Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £3 (booking essential).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Moulton Library, Moulton Community Centre, Reedings, Moulton, NN3 7AX. www3.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Play and Learn for under 1s: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
St Matthew’s Church Hall, 27A The Drive, Kingsley, Northampton, NN1 4RY. 01604 791251. www.stmatthews-northampton.org.uk.
Times: 9:45 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1.50 (drop in).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Blackthorn Children’s Centre, Longmead Court, Northampton, NN3 8QD. 07880 136070. www.westnorthants.gov.uk.
• Strong Start baby or under 5s event: 10:00 - 11:00. Book: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/strong-start-team-26919372729 Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 6 Oct - 29 Dec.
Duston United Reformed Church, Main Road, Duston, NN5 6JF. 07751522303.
Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct & 20 Oct.
Grange Park, Grange Park, Northampton, NN4 5AZ. 07725 474341.
Times: 10:00 - 12:00. Ages: Pregnancy - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
The Spring Charity - Annex Community Centre, Spring Lane, Northampton, NN1 2JW. 01604 245767. www.thespringcharity. co.uk.
• Stay and Play: 9:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Park Avenue Methodist Church, Park Avenue North, Northampton, NN3 2HT. 01604 633436. www.parkavenue.org.uk.
Times: 13:15 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Great Doddington Village Hall (Thursdays), High Street, Great Doddington, Northampton, NN29 7TR. Helen – 07561413126. ccchimps.com.
• Cha Char Chimps Show: 10:00 - 11:00. Entertainment show and cake! Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 27 Oct.
Hardingstone, Hardingstone Village Hall, High Street, Northampton, NN4 6DA. 07811 771480. www.musicbugs.co.uk.
• Family Bugs: 10:00 - 10:40 & 11:00 - 11:40.
Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
• Baby Bugs (Hardingstone): 12:00 - 12:40.
Ages: 0 - 13 mths.
Cost: £6.50 (booking essential).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 8 Dec.
Earls Barton Methodist Church, 36 Broad Street, Earth Barton, NN6 0ND. 07803 817684. www.musicmonsters.co.uk.
• Piano Monsters Stage 1: 15:45 - 16:15 & 16:30 - 17:00.
Piano Lessons for 4-7 year olds
Ages: 2½ - 8 yrs. Cost: £12 (booking essential).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct.
Northampton Central Library, Abington Street, Northampton, NN1 2BA. 0300 126 1000 - option 5 then 1.
• Bounce and Rhyme: 10:30 - 11:00.
Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Weston Favell Library, Weston Favell Centre, Northampton, NN3 8JZ. 0300 126 1000.
• Baby Bounce Under 1s: 10:00 - 10:30.
Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct, 3 Nov - 15 Dec & 29 Dec.
Baby Sensory Centre, Unit 2 - Green Lodge Barn, Nr Nobottle, Northampton, NN7 4HD. 07512 469881. www.babysensory.com.
• Baby Sensory (0 - 13mths)
Baby development classes inc. signing, massage, music & play Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 13 mths. Times: 13:00 - 14:00. Ages: 0 - 13 mths.
• Baby Sensory (0 - 6mths): 11:30 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 6 mths.
Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Duston Community Centre, Pendle Road, Duston, Northampton, NN5 6DT. 07775877093. www.hartbeeps.com.
• Happy House: 10:00 - 10:45.
Toddler classes suitable for walkers & their siblings Ages: 1½ - 5 yrs.
• Baby Beeps: 11:00 - 11:45. Baby classes suitable from sitting to toddling Ages: 6 mths - 1½ .
• Baby Bells : 12:00 - 12:45. Baby classes suitable from newborn to sitting Ages: 0 - 6 mths.
Cost: £6.50 (booking essential).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Great Houghton Hall, High Street, Great Houghton, Northampton, NN4 7AG. 01604 877577. dexteritydance.com.
• Rhythmic Gymnastics: 16:15 - 17:00.
Ages: 3 - 12 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Moulton Community Centre, Sandy Hill, Reedings, Moulton, Northampton, NN37AX. 01327 705915. www.littlekickers.co.uk.
• Little Kickers Pre-school football classes from 18months
Times: 9:00 - 9:45 & 10:45 - 11:30. Ages: 2½ - 3½ yrs .
Times: 11:40 - 12:25. Ages: 2½ - 5 yrs.
Times: 9:55 - 10:35. Ages: 1½ - 2½ yrs .
Cost: £7.49 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Oct - 29 Dec.
Danes Camp, Clannell Road, Hunsbury, Northampton, NN4 0RX. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Family Friendly Swim: 9:00 - 10:15.
Ages: 0 - 8 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential).
• Soccer Cubz Football Classes: 13:00 - 13:30 & 13:45 - 14:15.
Ages: 1½ - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.50 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Grange Park Community Centre, School Lane, Grange Park, Northampton, NN4 5FZ. 07814 884 948. www.tumbletots.com.
• Tumble Tots
Structured Play for little ones
Times: 9:35 - 10:05. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs.
Times: 10:25 - 10:55. Ages: 1 yrs - 2½ yrs .
Times: 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 6 - 21 mths.
Times: 12:05 - 12:35. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.
Cost: £7.25 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Oct - 15 Dec.
ABC Swim - Billing Aquadrome Pool, The Venue, Crow Lane, Little Billing, Northampton, NN3 9DA. 01604826066. www. activebabycompany.co.uk.
• Swimming Lessons
Pre-schoolers
Times: 9:45 - 10:15. Ages: 3 yrs - 4 yrs 11 mths. Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Times: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 1 yrs - 2½ yrs.
Times: 10:45 - 11:15. Ages: 2 yrs - 2½ yrs. Times: 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 2 mths - 1½ yrs.
Cost: £10 (booking essential).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
The Beehive, Harborough Road, Kingsthorpe, Northampton, NN2 8LR. 01604 830405. www.aqualightbabies.co.uk.
• Aqualight Swimming 6-12 months: 12:30 - 13:00. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs.
• Aqualight Swimming 8-12 months: 9:30 - 10:00 & 11:3012:00. Ages: 8 mths - 1 yrs.
• Baby Swimming 0-4 months: 10:30 - 11:00 & 12:00 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 4 mths. Cost: £11 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Headlands Primary School, Bushland Road, Northampton, NN3 2NS. 01604 830405. www.aqualightbabies.co.uk.
• Baby Swimming 0-6 months: 13:00 - 13:30. Ages: 0 - 6 mths.
• Aqualight Swimming 6-12 months: 14:30 - 15:00. Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs. Cost: £11 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Brixworth Library, Spratton Road, Brixworth, NN6 9DS. 0300 126 7000. www.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Pre-school Play: 10:00 - 11:00. Play with a variety of resources and socialise Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).
Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Earls Barton Library, Broad Street, Earls Barton, NN6 0ND. 0300 126 1000. www3.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Rhymetime: 14:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Moulton Library, Moulton Community Centre, Reedings, Moulton, NN3 7AX. www3.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Rhymetime: 14:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Northampton High School, Newport Pagnell Road, Hardingstone, Northampton, NN4 6UU. 01604 765765. www.northamptonhigh. co.uk.
• We Can: Explore and Grow! 9:15 - 10:15.
Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
St Giles Church Centre, St Giles Terrace, Northampton, NN1 2BN. 01604 628623.
• 10:00 - 11:00. Parent and Tots group with crafts, play and singing.
Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Wootton Community and Sports Centre (Fridays), Curtlee Hill, Northampton, Northampton, NN4 6ED. Helen – 07561413126. ccchimps.com.
• Cha Char Chimps Show: 10:00 - 11:00. Entertainment show and cake! Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 28 Oct.
Hartbeeps offers original music & sensory play classes for babies & children in Northampton, Rushden, Wymington & Kettering. Contact Amy on 07775 877093 or amy@hartbeeps.com www.hartbeeps.com
Hunsbury Library, Overslade Close, Hunsbury, NN4 0RZ. 01604 702691. www.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Rhymetime: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Pineham Barns Primary School, Dragonfly Way, Pineham, Northampton, NN4 9FF. 07811 771480. www.musicbugs.co.uk.
• Family Bugs: 10:00 - 10:40. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
• Baby Bugs: 11:00 - 11:40. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.
Cost: £6.50 (booking essential).
Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 9 Dec.
Northampton Central Library, Abington Street, Northampton, NN1 2BA. 0300 126 1000 - option 5 then 1.
• Rhymetime: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).
Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Baby Sensory Centre, Unit 2 - Green Lodge Barn, Nr Nobottle, Northampton, NN7 4HD. 07512 469881. www.babysensory.com.
• Baby Sensory (0 - 13mths): 11:30 - 12:30. Baby development classes inc. signing, massage, music & play Ages: 0 - 13 mths. Cost: £8 (booking essential).
Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct.
360 Play, Rushden Lakes, Rushden, NN10 6FT. 07775877093. www. hartbeeps.com.
• Happy House: 10:00 - 10:45. Toddler classes suitable for walkers & their siblings Ages: 1½ - 5 yrs.
• Baby Beeps: 11:00 - 11:45. Baby classes suitable from sitting to toddling Ages: 6 mths - 1½ .
• Baby Bells : 12:00 - 12:45. Baby classes suitable from newborn to sitting Ages: 0 - 6 mths. Cost: £6.50 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Barton Seagrave Village Hall, Bertone Road, Barton Seagrave, NN15 6WF. 07775877093. www.hartbeeps.com.
• Happy House: 10:00 - 10:45 & 14:00 - 14:45. Toddler classes suitable for walkers & their siblings Ages: 1½ - 5 yrs.
• Baby Beeps: 11:00 - 11:45 & 13:00 - 13:45. Baby classes suitable from sitting to toddling Ages: 6 mths - 1½ yrs .
• Baby Bells : 12:00 - 12:45, 12:00 - 12:45 & 13:00 - 13:45. Baby classes suitable from newborn to sitting Ages: 0 - 6 mths. Cost: £6.50 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Hardingstone Village Hall, High Street, Hardingstone, Northampton, NN4 6DA. www.mybabyspa.co.uk. An award winning sensory spa for 0-4 year olds
• My Baby Spa | Northampton: 10:40 - 11:40 & 12:15 - 13:15. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.
• My Toddler Spa | Northampton: 10:40 - 11:40 & 12:1513:15. A hands on sensory spa for active toddlers Ages: 1 - 4 yrs. Cost: £30 (booking essential). Dates: 4 Nov - 30 Dec.
Great Houghton Hall, High Street, Great Houghton, Northampton, NN4 7AG. 01604 877577. dexteritydance.com.
• Ballet: 16:15 - 17:00. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.
Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Moulton Community Centre, Sandy Hill, Reedings, Moulton, Northampton, NN37AX. 01327 705915. www.littlekickers.co.uk.
Pre-school football classes from 18months
Times: 9:00 - 9:45 & 10:45 - 11:30. Ages: 2½ - 2½ yrs. Times: 11:40 - 12:25. Ages: 2½ - 5 yrs. Times: 9:55 - 10:35. Ages: 1½ - 2½ yrs. Cost: £7.49 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 30 Dec.
Northampton County Lawn Tennis Club, 54b Church Way, Weston Favell, Northampton, NN3 3BX. 07766557122.
• Tiny Tots Tennis: 13:30 - 14:15. Ages: 2½ - 5 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue, Duston, NN6 5EX. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Preschool Gymnastic: 9:30 - 10:15 & 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.50 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Upper Mounts, The Mounts, Northampton, NN1 3DN. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Family Friendly Swimming: 10:00 - 11:00. Starts your tots journey in the water Ages: 0 - 8 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue, Duston, NN6 5EX. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Soccer Cubz Football Classes: 13:00 - 13:30 & 13:45 - 14:15. Ages: 1½ - 5 yrs. Cost: £4.50 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Duston Community Centre, Pendle Road, Duston, Northampton, NN5 6DT. 07814 884 948. www.tumbletots.com.
• Tumble Tots
Structured Play for little ones
Times: 9:35 - 10:05. Ages: 6 mths - 4 yrs 11 mths. Times: 10:25 - 10:55. Ages: 1 yrs - 2 yrs 5 mths. Times: 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 6 mths - 21 mths. Cost: £7.25 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 16 Dec.
ABC Swim - Billing Aquadrome Pool, The Venue, Crow Lane, Little Billing, Northampton, NN3 9DA. 01604826066. www. activebabycompany.co.uk.
• Swimming Lessons Pre-schoolers
Times: 13:00 - 13:30. Ages: 3 yrs - 4 yrs 11 mths.
Times: 14:00 - 14:30. Ages: 1 yrs - 2½ yrs .
Times: 14:00 - 14:30. Ages: 2 yrs - 2½ yrs .
Times: 14:30 - 15:00. Ages: 2 yrs - 2½ yrs. Times: 14:30 - 15:00. Ages: 2 mths - 1½ yrs.
Cost: £10 (booking essential).
Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Eat Sleep Bake Repeat, 36 Summerfields, West Hunsbury, Northampton, NN4 9YN. 07985 408289. Eat-sleep-bake-repeat. newzenler.com.
• Saturday Kitchen
Times: 10:30 - 11:15. Dates: 22, 29 Oct & 19, 26 Nov Times: 10:45 - 11:30. Dates: 29 Oct & 26 Nov. Cost: £8 (booking essential).
Great Houghton Hall, High Street, Great Houghton, Northampton, NN4 7AG. 01604 877577. dexteritydance.com.
• Jazz Under 10’s Times: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 5 - 10 yrs. Times: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 5 - 10 yrs. Cost: £3.50 (booking essential).
• Acrobatics
Times: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £6 (book).
Times: 13:00 - 14:00. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £6.50 (book).
• Ballet
Times: 9:00 - 9:30. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Times: 11:00 - 11:45. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £3.50 (book).
• Street Dance: 11:45 - 12:30. Ages: 6 - 12 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential).
• Contemporary Dance Fusion: 13:00 - 14:30. Ages: 5 - 11 yrs. Cost: £12 (booking essential).
• Rhythmic Gymnastics: 14:30 - 15:30. Ages: 3 - 12 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 1 Oct - 10 Dec.
Oncore Studios, Footshape House, Kingsthorpe Road, Northampton, NN2 6HT. 07971 824 759 or 07894 667 333. www. oncoredanceacademy.co.uk.
• Tip Tap Toe Beginners Tap: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 4 - 5 yrs.
• Baby Ballet: 9:00 - 9:45. Ages: 3 - 4 yrs.
• Pre-Primary 1 Ballet: 9:45 - 10:30. Ages: 4 - 5 yrs.
Dates: 1 Oct - 10 Dec. Free trial class. Quote ‘Toddle About’ when booking.
Upper Mounts, The Mounts, Northampton, NN1 3DN. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Family Friendly Swimming: 14:30 - 15:30 & 16:00 - 17:00. Starts your tots journey in the water Ages: 0 - 8 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 1 Oct - 10 Dec.
The Beehive, Harborough Road, Kingsthorpe, Northampton, NN2 8LR. 01604 830405. www.aqualightbabies.co.uk.
• Aqualight Swimming 6-12 months: 12:00 - 12:30.
Ages: 6 mths - 1 yrs.
• Aqualight Swimming 8-12 months: 8:30 - 9:00 & 10:3011:00.
Ages: 8 mths - 1 yrs.
• Baby Swimming 0-4 months: 9:30 - 10:00 & 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 mths.
Cost: £11 (booking essential). Dates: 1 Oct - 10 Dec.
Danes Camp, Clannell Road, Hunsbury, Northampton, NN4 0RX. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Family Friendly Swim: 8:00 - 10:00.
Ages: 0 - 8 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 2 Oct - 11 Dec.
Upper Mounts, The Mounts, Northampton, NN1 3DN. 01604 837400. www.trilogyleisure.co.uk.
• Family Friendly Swimming: 10:30 - 11:30, 12:00 - 13:00, 13:30 - 14:30 & 15:00 - 16:00.
Starts your tots journey in the water
Ages: 0 - 8 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 2 Oct - 11 Dec.
Little Kickers Northampton Daventry & Rugby
Duston School, Berrywood Road, Duston, Northampton, NN5 6XA. 01327 705915. www.littlekickers.co.uk.
• Little Kickers Pre-school football classes
Times: 8:30 - 9:15, 11:15 - 12:00 & 12:10 - 12:55. Ages: 2½ - 5 yrs.
Times: 9:25 - 10:10. Ages: 2½ - 5 yrs.
Times: 9:25 - 10:10. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Times: 10:20 - 11:05 & 12:10 - 12:55. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Times: 8:30 - 9:15 & 9:30 - 10:10. Ages: 1½ - 2½ yrs. Times: 8:30 - 9:15. Ages: 2½ - 3½ yrs . Times: 10:20 - 11:05, 11:15 - 12:00 & 20:30 - 21:15. Ages: 2½ - 2½ . Dates: 2 Oct - 18 Dec Cost: £7.49 (booking essential).
Caroline Chisholm School, Wooldale Rd, Northampton, NN4 6TP. 07772536338. www.kidslingo.co.uk.
• Kidslingo Fun Spanish Class
Multi-award-winning fun Spanish classes 18m-4yrs Times: 9:00 - 9:30. Ages: 1½ - 4 yrs 11 mths. Times: 9:40 - 10:10. Ages: 4 - 7 yrs. Cost: £4 (booking essential).
• Kidslingo 4-7 Y. Full immersion fun Spanish class: 10:2010:50. Ages: 4 - 7 yrs.
• Kidslingo Fun Spanish Class: 11:05 - 11:45. Multi-award-winning fun Spanish sessions Ages: 7 - 11 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 2 Oct - 23 Oct & 6 Nov - 18 Dec.
Towcester Childrens Centre, Towcester Community Centre, Islington Road, Towcester, NN12 6AU. 07880 136070. www. westnorthants.gov.uk.
• Strong Start baby or under 5s event: 10:00 - 11:00. Book: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/strong-start-team-26919372729 Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 26 Dec.
Towcester Library, The Forum, Moat Lane, Towcester, NN12 6AD. 0300 126 1000. www3.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Bounce & Rhyme: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.
• Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Kiddykwizeen, Grange Park, Northampton, NN4 5BU. 07976 945772. kiddykwizeen.co.uk.
• Pre School Cookery Classes: 9:30 - 10:15 & 13:30 - 14:15. Ages: 2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
• After School Cookery Classes Times: 11:14 - 12:14. Ages: 5 - 11 yrs. Cost: £9 (drop in). Dates: 10 Oct - 14 Nov. Times: 16:00 - 17:00. Ages: 5 - 11 yrs. Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec. Times: 17:00 - 18:00. Ages: 5 - 11 yrs. Dates: 10 Oct - 14 Nov & 31 Oct - 5 Dec. Cost: £9 (booking essential).
Brackley Pool, Manor Rd, Brackley, NN13 6EE. 01280 701787. www. leisurecentre.com.
• Parent and Child Swim: 9:30 - 14:50. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £3.90 (booking essential).
Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields, Towcester, NN12 6UW. 01327 322480. www.leisurecentre.com.
• Swimming Lessons: 9:00 - 11:00 & 16:00 - 18:30.
30-minute swimming lessons for children. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8 (booking essential).
• Parent and Toddler Swimming: 13:00 - 15:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £4 (drop in). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Brackley Library, Manor Road, Brackley, NN13 6AJ. 01280 703455. www3.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Rhymetime: 10:00 - 10:30 & 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Kiddykwizeen, Grange Park, Northampton, NN4 5BU. 07976 945772. kiddykwizeen.co.uk.
• Pre School Cookery Classes: 9:30 - 10:15 & 13:30 - 14:15. Ages: 2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8 (booking essential).
• After School Cookery Classes: 16:00 - 17:00. Ages: 5 - 11 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Greens Norton Community Centre (Tuesdays), Towcester Road, Greens Norton, NN12 8BL. ccchimps.com.
• Cha Char Chimps Show: 10:00 - 11:00. Entertainment show and cake! Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 10 Oct & 18 Oct - 1 Nov.
Brackley Leisure Centre, Springfield Way, Candleford Cl, Brackley, NN13 6JJ. 01280 701787. www.leisurecentre.com.
• Gym Tots: 13:45 - 14:45. Gym sessions for parents with young children. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
• Brackley Pool, Manor Rd, Brackley, NN13 6EE. 01280 701787. www. leisurecentre.com.
• Parent and Child Swim: 12:00 - 15:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
Cost: £3.90 (booking essential).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Roade House Yoga Studio, 16 High Street, Roade, Northampton, NN7 2NW. 07779 646649. www.mamababybliss.com.
• Baby Massage 5 Week Course Baby Massage Times: 11:30 - 12:30. Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct. Times: 13:30 - 14:30. Dates: 1 Nov - 29 Nov. Cost: £55 (booking essential).
Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields, Towcester, NN12 6UW. 01327 322480. www.leisurecentre.com.
• Swimming Lessons: 16:00 - 18:30. 30-minute swimming lessons for children.
Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8 (booking essential).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
• Parent and Toddler Swimming: 13:00 - 15:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £4 (drop in).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Roade Village Hall, Bailey Brooks lane, Roade, NN7 2LS. 07814 884 948. www.tumbletots.com.
• Tumble Tots Structured Play for little ones
Times: 9:35 - 10:05. Ages: 2 - 5 yrs.
Times: 10:25 - 10:55. Ages: 1 yrs - 2½ yrs. Cost: £7.25 (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 13 Dec.
Tove Valley Centre, Northampton Road, Towcester, NN12 7AH. Jane: 07713034845.
Times: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Roade Village Hall, Bailey Brooks Lane, Roade, Northampton, NN7 2LS. www.moo-music.co.uk.
• Mini Moo: 9:30 - 10:10. Interactive music session Ages: 1 - 3 yrs.
• Baby Moo : 10:30 - 11:10. Interactive music session for newborns to prewalkers Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.
• Mixed Moo: 11:30 - 12:10. Interactive music session for children aged 0-5 Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Roade Library, High Street, Roade, Northampton, NN7 2NW. 0300 1261000. www.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Rhymetime: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Sing and Sign Banbury, Bicester, Brackley & Buckingham Evenley - Evenley Village Hall, The Green, Evenley, NN135SQ. 07771550335. www.singandsign.co.uk.
• Stage 2: 9:45 - 10:30. An engaging music class for toddlers 14 months+ Ages: 1 yrs 2 mths - 2½ yrs.
• Stage 1: 10:45 - 11:30 & 11:45 - 12:30. An engaging music class for babies 6-14 months Ages: 6 - 14mths
• Babes: 12:45 - 13:30. A gentle music and sensory class for babies from birth Ages: 0 - 6 mths. Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 23 Nov.
Kiddykwizeen, Grange Park, Northampton, NN4 5BU. 07976 945772. kiddykwizeen.co.uk.
• Pre School Cookery Classes: 9:30 - 10:15 & 13:30 - 14:15. Ages: 2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8 (drop in).
• After School Cookery Classes: 16:00 - 17:00. Ages: 5 - 11 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Brackley Leisure Centre, Springfield Way, Candleford Cl, Brackley, NN13 6JJ. 01280 701787. www.leisurecentre.com.
• Gym Tots: 9:30 - 10:30 & 13:45 - 14:45.
Gym sessions for parents with young children.
Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential).
Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Brackley Pool, Manor Rd, Brackley, NN13 6EE. 01280 701787. www. leisurecentre.com.
• Parent and Child Swim: 12:00 - 15:30.
Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £3.90 (booking essential).
Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Roade House Yoga Studio, 16 High Street, Roade, Northampton, NN7 2NW. 07779 646649. www.mamababybliss.com.
• Baby Yoga (Advanced) 5 Week Course: 11:30 - 12:30. Baby Yoga (Advanced)
• Baby Yoga (Foundation) 5 Week Course: 13:30 - 14:30. Baby Yoga (Foundation)
Cost: £55(booking essential) Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 30 Nov.
• Pregnancy Yoga: 18:00 - 19:00. Pregnancy Yoga (Stretch and Relax) Ages: Pregnancy. Cost: £12 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 28 Dec.
• Starting Solids Workshop: 12:30 - 14:30. Starting Solids Workshop Cost: £26 (booking essential). Dates: 26 Oct & 7 Dec.
Towcester Centre for Leisure Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields, Towcester, NN12 6UW. 01327 322480. www.leisurecentre.com.
• Swimming Lessons: 10:00 - 12:00 & 16:00 - 18:30. 30-minute swimming lessons for children. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8 (booking essential).
• Soft Play: 9:00 - 11:00. Drop in soft play sessions for parents and their little ones Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £3.50 (drop in).
• Gymtots: 12:30 - 13:15 & 13:15 - 14:00. Gymnastics classes
Ages: 1½ - 4 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Denton Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, Denton, Northampton, NN7 1DT.
Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2.50 (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Roade Village Hall, Bailey Brooks Lane, Roade, NN7 2LS.
• Roade Rugrats Baby and Toddler Group: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2.50 (booking essential).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
St Bartholomew’s Church, Church View, Greens Norton, NN12 8DL. 01327 350459. www.tovebenefice.org.uk.
• Tots Own Tea and Toast : 9:00 - 10:30. Our parent and child group for under 5’s Ages: Pregnancy - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
St Lawrence Church, Moat Lane, Towcester, NN12 6YY. 01327 350459. www.tovebenefice.org.uk.
• Little Sprouts : 9:30 - 11:00.
Parent and child group for under 5’s Ages: Pregnancy - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Towcester Library, The Forum, Moat Lane, Towcester, NN12 6AD. 0300 126 1000. www3.northamptonshire.gov.uk.
• Rhymetime: 10:00 - 10:30 & 11:00 - 11:30.
Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Kiddykwizeen, Grange Park, Northampton, NN4 5BU. 07976 945772. kiddykwizeen.co.uk.
• After School Cookery Classes: 16:00 - 17:00.
Ages: 5 - 11 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Silverstone Pavilion (Thursdays), Church Street, Silverstone, NN12 8XA . ccchimps.com.
• Silverstone SRA THURSDAY 10-10:45am: 10:00 - 11:00.
Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 10 Nov.
Brackley Pool, Manor Rd, Brackley, NN13 6EE. 01280 701787. www. leisurecentre.com.
• Parent and Child Swim: 12:00 - 13:00 & 14:30 - 15:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £3.90 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields, Towcester, NN12 6UW. 01327 322480. www.leisurecentre.com.
• Swimming Lessons: 16:00 - 18:30. 30-minute swimming lessons for children. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8 (booking essential).
• Parent and Toddler Swimming: 9:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £4 (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Roade Village Hall, Bailey Brooks Lane, Roade, Northampton, NN7 2LS. www.moo-music.co.uk.
• Mixed Moo: 9:30 - 10:10. Interactive music session Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Silverstone Methodist Chapel, Murswell Lane, Silverstone, NN12 8UT. www.facebook.com.
• Methodist Tiggers Playgroup: 9:15 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in). Dates: 7 Oct - 16 Dec.
Tove Valley Centre (Fridays), Northampton Road, Towcester, NN12 7AH. ccchimps.com.
• Tove Valley Centre Towcester FRIDAY 10-11am: 10:0011:00. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 28 Oct.
Brackley Pool, Manor Rd, Brackley, NN13 6EE. 01280 701787. www. leisurecentre.com.
• Parent and Child Swim: 13:00 - 14:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £3.90 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Towcester Centre for Leisure Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields, Towcester, NN12 6UW. 01327 322480. www.leisurecentre.com.
• Swimming Lessons: 9:00 - 11:00 & 16:00 - 18:30.
30-minute swimming lessons for children. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8 (booking essential).
• Parent and Toddler Swimming: 13:00 - 15:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £4 (drop in). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Kiddykwizeen, Grange Park, Northampton, NN4 5BU. 07976 945772. kiddykwizeen.co.uk.
• The Saturday Club Cookery Classes: 11:30 - 12:30. Ages: 5 - 11 yrs. Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 1 Oct, 22 Oct, 5 Nov, 26 Nov & 17 Dec.
Brackley Leisure Centre, Springfield Way, Candleford Cl, Brackley, NN13 6JJ. 01280 701787. www.leisurecentre.com.
• Gym Tots: 12:15 - 13:15. Gym sessions for parents with young children. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential).
• Dates: 1 Oct - 10 Dec.
Elizabeth Woodville School, Stratford Roade, Roade, Northampton, NN7 2LP. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk.
• Junior Kickers: 9:10 - 9:55. Ages: 2½ - 3½ yrs .
• Little Kicks: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 1½ - 2½ yrs .
• Mighty Kickers: 10:50 - 11:35. Ages: 2½ - 5 yrs.
Cost: £7.85 (booking essential) Dates: 1 Oct - 10 Dec.
Roade House Yoga Studio, 16 High Street, Roade, Northampton, NN7 2NW. 07779 646649. www.mamababybliss.com.
• PregnancyBliss: 9:15 - 10:15.
Pregnancy Yoga (Stretch and Relax)
Ages: Pregnancy. Cost: £12 (booking essential). Dates: 1 Oct - 17 Dec.
• Toilet-Led Toileting: 15:00 - 17:00.
Toddler-Led Toileting (Potty Training)
Cost: £26 (booking essential). Dates: 22 Oct & 3 Dec.
Towcester Centre for Leisure
Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields, Towcester, NN12 6UW. 01327 322480. www.leisurecentre.com.
• Soft Play: 12:30 - 14:00.
Drop in soft play sessions for parents and their little ones
Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £3.50 (drop in).
Dates: 1 Oct - 10 Dec.
SENsational EDucational Kitchen (SEN-ED Kitchen)
SEN-ED Kitchen, 9 Orion Drive, Brackley, NN13 6GE. 07857 635053. senedkitchen.co.uk.
• Saturday Morning Baking Session: 9:30 - 10:30. Children’s Baking Session
Ages: 2 - 10 yrs. Dates: 1 Oct, 5 Nov & 26 Nov.
• Christmas bake and create sessions: 9:00 - 10:00. Christmas baking and crafting session
Ages: 6 mths - 12 yrs. Dates: 17 Dec - 18 Dec. Cost: £10 (booking essential).
Brackley Leisure Centre
Brackley Pool, Manor Rd, Brackley, NN13 6EE. 01280 701787. www. leisurecentre.com.
• Parent and Child Swim: 11:30 - 13:30 Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £3.90 (booking essential). Dates: 1 Oct - 10 Dec.
Towcester Centre for Leisure
Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields, Towcester, NN12 6UW. 01327 322480. www.leisurecentre.com.
• Flume and Waves: 12:00 - 13:30 & 15:00 - 16:30. Cost: £4 (drop in).
• Swimming Lessons: 8:00 - 11:15. 30-minute swimming lessons for children. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8 (booking essential).
• Parent and Toddler Swimming: 13:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £4 (drop in).
MamaBabyBliss South Northamptonshire
Roade House Yoga Studio, 16 High Street, Roade, Northampton, NN7 2NW. 07779 646649. www.mamababybliss.com.
• Grandparent(s) and Baby Massage: 11:00 - 12:00. Grandparent(s) and Baby Massage Ages: 1 - 7 mths. Cost: £10 (booking essential). Dates: 2 Oct.
• Daddy and Baby Massage: 11:00 - 12:00. Daddy and Baby Massage Ages: 1 - 8 mths. Dates: 23 Oct & 4 Dec.
• Daddy and Baby Yoga: 11:00 - 12:00. Daddy and Baby Yoga Ages: 3 - 9 mths. Dates: 30 Oct & 11 Dec. Cost: £15 (booking essential).
Brackley Pool, Manor Rd, Brackley, NN13 6EE. 01280 701787. www. leisurecentre.com.
• Parent and Child Swim: 12:30 - 15:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £3.90 (booking essential). Dates: 2 Oct - 11 Dec.
Towcester Leisure Centre, Springfields, Towcester, NN12 6UW. 01327 322480. www.leisurecentre.com.
• Flume and Waves: 10:30 - 12:00 & 13:30 - 15:00. Cost: £4 (drop in).
• Swimming Lessons: 8:00 - 10:00. 30-minute swimming lessons for children.Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8
• Parent and Toddler Swimming: 12:00 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £4 (drop in). Dates: 2 Oct - 11 Dec.
SENsational EDucational Kitchen (SEN-ED Kitchen)
SEN-ED Kitchen, 9 Orion Drive, Brackley, NN13 6GE. 07857 635053. senedkitchen.co.uk.
• Sunday Morning Baking Session: 9:30 - 10:30.
Children’s Baking Session
Ages: 2 - 10 yrs. Dates: 2 Oct, 16 Oct & 6 Nov - 13 Nov.
• Special Educational Needs (SEN) Baking Sessions: 9:3010:30. Ages: 2 - 10 yrs. Dates: 9 Oct - 15 Oct, 12 Nov & 20 Nov. Cost: £10 (booking essential).
Humpty Dumpty’s
Woodford Halse Memorial Hall, Station Road, Woodford Halse, NN11 3RB. 07463 932953. www.facebook.com.
Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: Pregnancy - 5 yrs.
Cost: £2.50 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 12 Dec.
Daventry Community , Centre Ashby Road, Daventry, NN11 9QD. 07766 731542. www.boogiebeanies.com.
Times: 10:00 - 11:00 & 11:20 - 12:20. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Moo Music Northampton and Wellingborough
360 Play Rushden Lakes, Rushden Lakes, Rushden, NN10 6FT. www.moo-music.co.uk.
• Mini Moo: 9:40 - 10:20. Interactive music session Ages: 1 - 3 yrs.
• Mixed Moo: 10:40 - 11:20. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
• Baby Moo : 11:40 - 12:20. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.
Cost: £6 (booking essential).Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Baby Sensory Rugby, Daventry & Lutterworth
Welton Village Hall, High Street, Welton, Daventry, NN11 2JP. 07849777705. www.babysensory.com.
Times: 9:45 - 10:45. Ages: 5 mths - 13 mths.
Times: 11:15 - 12:15. Ages: 0 - 6 mths.
Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Everyone Active Daventry Leisure Centre Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 871144. www.everyoneactive.com.
Indoor Soft Play: 9:00 - 17:00.
Ages: 2 - 8 yrs. Cost: £2.50 (drop in).
Times: 10:30 - 11:00 & 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 1 yrs 7 mths - 3 yrs.
Times: 10:30 - 11:00 & 11:30 - 12:00. Ages: 4 - 18 mths. Cost: £6.72 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 12 Dec.
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 705915. www.littlekickers.co.uk.
Times: 9:20am - 10:00am Ages: 1½ - 2½ yrs.
Times: 10:10 - 10:55. Ages: 2½ - 3½ yrs.
Times: 11:05 - 11:50 Ages: 2½ - 5 yrs.
Cost: £7.49 (booking essential).Dates: 3 Oct - 26 Dec.
Turtle Tots South East Midlands and Rugby
Mercure Daventry Court Hotel, Sedgemoor Way, Daventry, NN11 0SG. 07972772922. www.turtletots.com. 30 min sessions
Times: 10:00 - 12:30. Ages: 3 mths - 16 mths.
Times: 10:00 - 12:30. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs.
Dates: 3 Oct - 17 Oct & 31 Oct - 16 Dec. Cost: £13 (booking essential).
Holy Cross Church Baby and Toddler Group
Holy Cross Church Daventry, 12 Abbey Court, Daventry, Nn11 4bp. 07369214054.
Times: 9:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Home-Start Daventry and South Northants
Eastern Way Playing Field, (the field by the iCon), Daventry, NN11 0PR. 01327 353139. homestartinwestnorthamptonshire.org.uk.
• Outdoor Fitness and Fun for Under 5s: 10:00 - 11:30. Check www.fb.com/HomestartDAVSN for all the latest updates Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Long Buckby Baptist Church, Market Place, Long Buckby, NN6 7RR. 01327 842587. www.longbuckbybaptist.org.uk. Times: 9:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Daventry Children’s Centre, Staverton Road, Daventry, NN11 4EY. 07880 136070. www.westnorthants.gov.uk.
• Strong Start baby or under 5s event: 10:00 - 11:00. Book: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/strong-start-team-26919372729 Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 27 Dec.
Covering Northampton, Daventry & Rugby
Boogie Beanies provides stimulating, confidence building, interactive musical fun and other surprises for accompanied preschool children and babies.
A selection of delicious homemade cakes as well as hot and cold drinks are included in the entry fee for adults and children.
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Daventry Library, The Abbey Centre, St John’s Square, Daventry, NN11 4XG. 0300 126 7000.
• Rhymetime: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 1 - 4 yrs.
• Bounce and Rhyme: 10:45 - 11:15. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Moo Music Northampton and Wellingborough Ecton Village Hall, Ecton, Northampton, Northampton, NN6 0QB. www.moo-music.co.uk.
• Mini Moo: 9:30 - 10:10. Ages: 1 - 3 yrs.
• Mixed Moo: 10:30 - 11:10. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.
• Baby Moo : 11:30 - 12:10. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Everyone Active Daventry Leisure Centre
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 871144. www.everyoneactive.com.
• Indoor Soft Play: 9:00 - 17:00. Ages: 2 - 8 yrs. Cost: £2.50 (drop in). Times: 11:00 - 11:30 Ages: 1 yrs 7 mths - 3 yrs.
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 705915. www.littlekickers.co.uk.
• Little Kickers
After-school football classes
Times: 16:00 - 16:45. Ages: 2½ - 5 yrs. Times: 16:00 - 17:00. Ages: 2½ - 5 yrs. Times: 16:00 - 17:00 & 17:00 - 18:00. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs. Dates: 4 Oct - 20 Dec, Cost: £6.25 (booking essential).
Purpose built family swim centres
Everyone Active Daventry Leisure Centre
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 871144. www.everyoneactive.com.
• Preschool Swimming Lessons: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.
Cost: £6.72 (booking essential).
Dates: 4 Oct - 18 Oct & 1 Nov - 13 Dec.
Daventry Methodist Church, Golding Close (off Eastern Way), Daventry, NN11 5FB. 01327 843319. www.daventrymethodist.org.
Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 3 yrs. Cost: £1.80 (drop in).
Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Everyone Active Daventry Leisure Centre
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 871144. www.everyoneactive.com.
• Preschool Swimming Lessons: 15:30 - 16:45. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6.72 (booking essential).
• Family Swimming: 10:00 - 10:50, 11:00 - 11:50 & 12:00 - 12:50. Ages: 0 - 16 yrs. Cost: £3.75 (booking essential).
• Stage 1 Swimming Lessons: 15:45 - 17:45. Ages: 4 - 6 yrs. Cost: £7.24 Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 14 Dec.
Turtle Tots South East Midlands and Rugby Staverton Park Hotel, Daventry Road, Daventry, NN11 6JT. 07972772922. www.turtletots.com. 30 min sessions Times: 11:00 - 12:00. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs 4 mths. Times: 11:00 - 12:00. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £13 (book). Dates: 5 Oct - 19 Oct & 2 Nov - 16 Dec.
Everyone Active Daventry Leisure Centre
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 871144. www.everyoneactive.com.
• Indoor Soft Play: 9:00 - 17:00. Ages: 2 - 8 yrs. Cost: £2.50 (drop in).
Byfield Village Hall, The Green, Byfield, NN11 6WT.
Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Rawlings Close Play Park, (Fishponds), Daventry, NN11 4UL. 01327 353139. homestartinwestnorthamptonshire.org.uk.
• Outdoor Fitness and Fun for Under 5s: 10:00 - 11:30. Check www.fb.com/HomestartDAVSN for all the latest updates
Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Welton Village Hall, Welton, Daventry, NN11 2JP. 07551949482. Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £2 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Daventry Town Football Club, Browns Road, Daventry, NN11 4NS. 07766 731542. www.boogiebeanies.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00 & 11:20 - 12:20. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Buckby Library & Hub, Station Road, Long Buckby, NN6 7QB. 01604 368274. buckbylibraryhub.org.
• Stories and Rhymes: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs.
• Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 6 Oct - 15 Dec.
Daventry Library, The Abbey Centre, St John’s Square, Daventry, NN11 4XG. 0300 126 7000.
• Preschool Play: 14:00 - 15:15. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.
• Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 871144. www.everyoneactive.com.
Times: 12:00 - 12:30. Ages: 1 yrs 7 mths - 3 yrs.
Times: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 4 - 18 mths
• Preschool Swimming Lessons: 11:30 - 17:30. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6.72 (booking essential).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 15 Dec.
Mercure Daventry Court Hotel, Sedgemoor Way, Daventry, NN11 0SG. 07972772922. www.turtletots.com.
• Turtle Tots 30 min sessions
Times: 10:00 - 12:30. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs 4 mths. Times: 10:00 - 12:30. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £13 (booking essential).
Dates: 6 Oct - 20 Oct & 3 Nov - 17 Nov.
Long Buckby Community Centre, 41 Station Road, Long Buckby, NN6 7QB.
Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: Pregnancy - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in).
Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Mayfield Park Sports Club, Royal Star Drive, Timken, Daventry, NN11 9FZ. www.facebook.com.
Times: 10:00 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1.50 (drop in). Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Welford Community Centre, West Street Playing Fields, Welford, NN6. 07895896967.
• Welford Babes & Tots: 9:30 - 11:00.
Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in).
Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 871144. www.everyoneactive.com.
• Indoor Soft Play: 9:00 - 17:00.
Ages: 2 - 8 yrs. Cost: £2.50 (drop in).
Buckby Library & Hub, Station Road, Long Buckby, NN6 7QB. 01604 368274. buckbylibraryhub.org.
• Rhyme Time
Times: 10:30 - 11:00. & 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs.
Dates: 7 Oct - 9 Dec. Cost: £1 (drop in).
• Stay and Play: 11:30 - 12:15.
Every Friday of term time. 2.15pm-3.00pm (Free)
Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).
Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 9 Dec.
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Kilsby Village Hall, Rugby Road, Rugby, CV23 8XX. 07908 367264. www.totsplay.co.uk.
• Action Tots: 9:20 - 10:05. Ages: 2 yrs 4 mths - 4 yrs 2 mths. Cost: £7 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
• Social Tots
Times: 9:30 - 10:10. Ages: 9 mths - 2½ . Dates: 7 Oct. Times: 10:30 - 11:10. Ages: 9 mths - 2½ . Dates: 7 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec. Cost: £6.25 (booking essential).
Times: 11:30 - 12:10. Ages: 9 mths - 2½ . Cost: £6.50 (booking essential). Dates: 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
• Discovery Tots: 12:50 - 13:30. Ages: 2 - 10 mths. Cost: £6.25 (booking essential). Dates: 7 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 871144. www.everyoneactive.com.
• Preschool Swimming Lessons: 16:15 - 16:45. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs. Cost: £6.72 (booking essential).
• Stage 1 Swimming Lessons: 15:45 - 17:45. Ages: 4 - 6 yrs. Cost: £7.24 (booking essential).
Dates: 7 Oct - 21 Oct & 4 Nov - 16 Dec.
Daventry Brass Band Hall, Daneholme Close, Daventry, NN11 0PN. 07766 731542. www.boogiebeanies.com.
Times: 10:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £5 (booking essential).
Dates: 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 5 Nov, 19 Nov & 3 Dec.
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 871144. www.everyoneactive.com.
• Indoor Soft Play: 9:00 - 15:00.
Ages: 2 - 8 yrs. Cost: £2.50 (drop in).
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 871144. www.everyoneactive.com.
• Adult and Child Swimming Lessons (19 - 36 months): 8:30 - 9:00 & 10:30 - 11:00.
Ages: 1 yrs 7 mths - 3 yrs. Cost: £6.72 (booking essential).
• Family Swimming: 12:30 - 13:20.
Sessions for everyone, bring along your own fun toys!
Ages: 0 - 16 yrs. Cost: £3.75 (booking essential).
• Stage 1 Swimming Lessons: 8:30 - 12:00 & 8:30 - 11:30.
Ages: 4 - 6 yrs. Cost: £7.24 (booking essential).
Dates: 1 Oct - 10 Dec.
Turtle Tots South East Midlands and Rugby
Staverton Park Hotel, Daventry Road, Daventry, NN11 6JT. 07972772922. www.turtletots.com.
• Turtle Tots 30 min sessions
Times: 11:00 - 13:00. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs 4 mths.
Times: 11:00 - 13:00. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs.
Cost: £13 (booking essential).
Dates: 1 Oct - 22 Oct & 5 Nov - 19 Nov.
Everyone Active Daventry Leisure Centre
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 871144. www.everyoneactive.com.
• Indoor Soft Play: 9:00 - 15:00.
Ages: 2 - 8 yrs. Cost: £2.50 (drop in).
Baby Sensory Rugby, Daventry & Lutterworth
Welton Village Hall, High Street, Welton, Daventry, NN11 2JP. 07849777705. www.babysensory.com.
• Monday - Welton Village Hall, Daventry (Birth - 13 months): 0:45 - 1:45.
Multi-Sensory learning and development classes Ages: 0 - 13 mths. Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 3 Oct - 16 Oct.
Everyone Active Daventry Leisure Centre
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP. 01327 871144. www.everyoneactive.com.
• Adult and Child Swimming Lessons (4 - 18 months): 8:30 - 9:00.
Ages: 4 mths - 1½ yrs. Cost: £6.72 (booking essential).
• Family Swimming: 11:30 - 12:20. Sessions for everyone, bring along your own fun toys! Ages: 0 - 16 yrs. Cost: £3.75 (booking essential). Dates: 2 Oct - 11 Dec.
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Kislingbur y Sunnies & Spooks 11 Mini Meadows Farm 2 Northampton and Lamport Railway 19 Royal and Derngate 16 Rugrats and Halfpints Indoor Play Centre 26 Tigers Indoor Play Centre 25 The Core at Corby Cube 7 & 19
Cherry Bloom Clothing 15 Paint & Glaze 19 The Dreamy Elephant Company 22
Daisy First Aid Northampton 18 MamaBabyBliss 45 My Baby Spa 28 Northampton Leisure Trust 25 Strong Start 7
Childbase Nene Valley Day Nursery 23
Little Dragons Day Nursery 27 Northampton High School Nursery 29
Quinton House School 8 Wellingborough School 20
Caroline Joanne Photography 28
Luna Lemon Photography 22 Photo-times Photography 18
J Foster Ltd 22 The Mortgage Mum 22
