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WELCOME

IN THIS ISSUE

TO AUTUMN & CHRISTMAS 2019!

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As I write this in September, Christmas seems miles away. But within a few short weeks of this magazine being released, it'll be November the shops will start displaying their Christmas stock and radio DJs will debate whether it's too early to play The Pogues or a bit of Mariah.

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No doubt there will be people complaining that Christmas starts earlier every year, and I sympathise with that feeling - I don't like how commercial Christmas has become, nor the cultural pressure to buy yet more stuff... but I still love this time of year. It's a guilty pleasure, I suppose. I know they're corny and cliched, but I love the music, the decorations, the lights and, most of all, how the mood of the nation seems to lift as we get closer to the big day. I didn't always feel this way - Christmas was nice, sure. But I didn't get excited about it. Having a baby changed that overnight though. Suddenly, Christmas wasn't just about giving a few gifts and eating and drinking to excess. It was magical. Every Christmas Eve, we pull 'The Night Before Christmas' off the top shelf and read it as a family, looking forward to our own visit from Santa Claus. We have three children now, and we've read it every year since the eldest was born. I remember my mum reading the same story to me on Christmas Eve when I was little too. I guess it's a tradition. And we're creating other, new traditions every year - making decorations together tells us Christmas isn't far off (see p.29), and a visit to see Father Christmas himself is a must (see Where's Santa? on p.25). In truth, the build up to the big day is in many ways more fun than the day itself! I hope this edition of Toddle About will help you make the most of this time of year, regardless of your beliefs. You'll find plenty of ideas of things to do in this issue, in any case! And who knows? You might even start some new traditions of your own... Loving life with little ones,

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Bite SIZE D NEWS Upcoming Mum2Mum Markets These nearly new sales are a great place to buy and sell high quality, pre-loved maternity, baby and children’s clothes (0-6 years), toys and equipment. Southam: Sat 5 Oct, 10.30 - 12.30. The Grange Hall, CV471QA Kenilworth: Sun 6 Oct & 17 Nov, 2-4pm. Kenilworth High School, CV8 2DA Rugby: Sat 12 Oct & 9 Nov, 2-4pm. Rugby High School, CV22 7RE Stratford: Sun 3 Nov, 10.30am-12.30pm Stratford School, Alcester Rd, CV37 9DH Coventry: Sun 3 Nov, 2-4pm. Massey Ferguson Club, Broad Lane, CV5 7NL Leamington: Sat 30 Nov, 2-4pm Warwickshire College, Warwick New Rd, CV32 5JE Entry: £2. Get a 2 for 1 voucher from the mum2mum website.

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Meet Horses and More at Redwings Get up-close and personal with more than 90 rescued horses, ponies and donkeys at Redwings Oxhill, including fluffy, part-breed Poitou donkey Arya and curious cob Rumpel! Part of the UK’s largest horse sanctuary, Redwings Oxhill provides a safe and happy home for its adorable residents. The centre is open every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, from 10am to 4pm. Free entry and parking. Dogs on leads are welcome. Banbury Rd, Kineton, Banbury CV35 0RP. Visit www.redwings.org.uk RedwingsHorseSanctuary See P.5

Newborn Swimming with Aqua Beans Specialist swim school Aqua Beans has announced the launch of their brand new Newborn Swimming Package. The perfect Christmas or baby shower gift for any new parents or parents-to-be, the package includes five Newborn Harmony sessions (for little ones aged 6-16 weeks), a reusable swimming nappy, a bath toy and £10 credit towards future lessons. Give the unique gift of swimming! Visit www.aquabeans.co.uk or email info@aquabeans.co.uk. See P.7

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Coten End Pre-school, at Warwickspace Community Centre, have achieved Millies Mark Accreditation. This means that they have 100% of staff (working directly with children) who are trained in first aid and the dedicated staff members are going above and beyond requirements to keep children safe. They are one of only three educational settings within a five-mile radius that have this accreditation.

Enjoy some festive family fun for under 3s on Saturday 14th December with Dandy Development! Join the award-winning combination of baby sign, music and sensory fun for themed messy play, sensory zones, crafts, soft play, refreshments and a big seasonal sing along.

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Whitnash Community Centre, 2.30pm- 3.45pm. Tickets are £9 per family. Booking is essential. Visit www.dandydevelopment.co.uk DandyDevelopment See P.12

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A hugely popular choice for families in Warwickshire; the multi award-winning Gymboree are once again running a 6-week Music Programme for babies aged 4 months to crawling. Explore musical elements such as rhythm, beat and tempo; through a feast of exciting genres; from 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Disco & Elvis through to Caribbean, Pacific and Jazz and more! Book a taster class today and take your baby on a stimulating, learning journey into the colourful, fun-packed and animated world of Gymboree Music. Call 07881 892 686 or email warwick@gymboreeclasses.co.uk Visit www. gymboreeclasses.co.uk See P.19

Swim Works has launched a new swim class called Newborn Splashers for babies from 6 weeks to 4 months, and they are offering places at half price to celebrate! Swim Works recognise that baby's first swim is a special moment - and that parents need extra support - so they have designed the perfect nurturing swim course. The classes will offer your baby a delightful sensory swim, full of slow and flow swim moves, soft music and water massage in a relaxing, warm, safe and welcoming environment. Swim Works has swim centres in Rugby and Leamington Spa. They are an independent, family run business who pride themselves on fantastic family facilities and a low chemical pool, perfect for delicate sensitive skin. Visit www.swimworks.co.uk. See P.11

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T H E I M P O RTA N C E O F

After 15 years of working in Early Years and gaining my qualifications to become an Early Years Professional, I left my full time role as a Pre-School Manager to have my son, who is now two years old. From my time in Early Years, I knew it was important to work with parents and I always felt strongly that parents are their child’s very first educators. hile I was on maternity I began to understand the importance of play within the home environment and how it sets the foundations for later learning. Amazingly, by giving your child the opportunity to play at home, you’re also giving them the best start in life. As parents, we are our child’s first educators and their learning starts from birth. From the moment you begin to smile at your baby, talk to them during the day, go on a walk, sing songs, have cuddles and meet their physical and emotional needs, you are teaching your child. All these activities that go on during the newborn days are the start of your child’s learning journey.

Experiences within the home do not need to be expensive - it can be as simple as a walk to the shops where you describe what you are doing and encourage them to take an active role by encouraging them to pay. Activities at home can include simple things such as puzzles, stories, singing and trips to the park. In everything we do as parents however, we need to lead by example. Naturally, young children will look up to and admire their parents and other close relatives. Currently my son loves running as I take part in our local Park Runs every Saturday. I began these because I wanted him to see exercise as a part of our regular routine that is enjoyable and fun.

Understanding the role of play in learning is crucial for us to be good parents. It is through play – by engaging in new experiences and activities which interest them and meet their individual needs - that children build on their previous skills and knowledge and develop their learning further. During play, children use language/communication, mathematical knowledge, creativity, knowledge and understanding of the world, physical activity and problem solving. It is a powerful way for children to learn effectively at their own pace!

I believe that we should be the person we want our child to become. You will be surprised at how much your child watches and observes you at home!

90% of a child’s brain development happens by the age of five, which is why the early years are so vital and children need to be exposed to a variety of experiences. Different experiences will introduce new vocabulary and build on previous knowledge to take their learning forward. Katy Emms runs an Instagram page to encourage and inspire parents to play at home with their children in different and imaginative ways that support their child’s development. Visit @my_little_fidget to learn more about how to create and expose your child to experiences and activities that are simple and cheap to set up at home. 6 Oct-Dec 2019 Toddle About

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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

OCT Pick Your own PumPkin 5 - 31 Pumpkins R Us. 10am - 8pm Choose from the most amazing array of pumpkins - every size and shape you can imagine for Creepy Carving. Visit the shop for the spookiest, creepiest Hallowe'eniest Tricks and Treats for your Halloween Parties. Pumpkins R Us, The Gatehouse, Leamington Road Kenilworth, CV8 2LP Tel: 07976 874999 Pumpkins R Us www.halloweenpumpkins.co.uk

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Charlecote's creepy crawlies are getting ready for their Halloween party. Explore the parkland to find out more about them and their habitats and try to guess what they've all come dressed as. There's a pumpkin prize waiting for you at the end of the trail. Wellesbourne, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV35 9ER Tel: 01789 470277 CharlecoteNT www.nationaltrust.org.uk/charlecote-park

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Pumpkin Carving & Halloween Trail Mary Arden’s Farm. 10am - 4pm

Pop down to the Falconer's Field and get creative as you carve a spooky pumpkin ready for Halloween. Enjoy a haunted Halloween hunt through the woods. Can you find all of the spooky characters which are hiding? There's a Halloween sticker up for grabs if you dare! Station Road, Wilmcote, CV37 9UN Tel: 01789 204016 ShakespeareBT

Halloween Spooky Trail Ryton Pools Country Park. 10.30am - 3.30pm

Its almost Halloween and there have been some strange goings on in the park! Can you collect the clues along the spooky trail and claim your Halloween badge prize? Ryton Road, Bubbenhall, Coventry, CV8 3BG Tel: 024 7630 5592 RytonPools www.countryparks.warwickshire.gov.uk Cost: £2 trail sheets available from the Visitor Centre during opening hours.

OCT Halloween Party 26 Foundry Wood. 2pm - 6pm Join in at this a Halloween Party in the woodland. Fancy dress encouraged. Halloween-themed activities; mask making, spooky trail in the woods, hand carved flower making and entertainment for all ages. Food around the campfire - soup, baked potatoes and hot drinks from 3pm onwards. Toast marshmallows over the campfire. Princes Drive, Leamington Spa, CV32 6AF FoundryWood www.foundrywood.co.uk Cost: Free entry, donations welcome. Free parking at Victoria car park.

OCT Halloween Spooktacular 31 Arty Splats Warwickshire. 10am & 11am

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Enjoy giant art, crafts and messy play for 0-5 year olds, promoting learning and development through lots of multi-sensory fun! A great chance to make memories. 10:00am Toddlers (16 months to 5yrs) 11:10am Babies (6months to 16months) Chase Meadow Community Centre, Narrow Hall Meadow, Warwick, CV34 6BT Tel: 07789748730 ArtySplatsWarwick

Cost: Adult £15, Child £10, Family £40. Extra for pumpkin carving.

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OCT Pumpkin Trail 23 - 31 Charlecote Park NT. 9am - 3.30pm

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1. Line a 20cm square baking tin with baking paper. 2. Measure the butter and golden syrup into a saucepan and heat gently. When melted, remove from the heat and add the white chocolate. Stir until melted. 3. Add the Rice Krispies, stir well and spoon into the tin. Spread out and level the surface. Chill for 4 hours or until firm. Cut into 12 bars. 4. To decorate, melt the white chocolate in a bowl over a pan of simmering

water. Once melted, divide the chocolate into three small bowls. Colour each bowl with a little food colouring of your choice. 5. Dip the bars half way into the coloured chocolate and leave to set in the fridge. 6. Roll little balls of white fondant to make large eyes. Push a chocolate chip into the centre to make the eyeballs. 7. Stick on the eyes to make monster faces.

Discover Annabel Karmel’s new and refreshed ready-to-go meals for toddlers and children. Inspired by Annabel’s famous cookbook recipes, they are low in salt, super balanced, and a tasty way towards their 5 a day – the perfect way to fuel play! Find the range in the chilled aisle at Sainsbury’s, Tesco and Ocado. www.annabelkarmel.com

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PINKY & PUG: THE

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• Meanwhile, across town, Pug was having the opposite experience: When I was pregnant with my first baby, I read about the fourth trimester. I’m a child-psychotherapist, so taking it slowly with my baby snuggled into me made sense .... then he arrived, and I buckled under overwhelming anxiety. I gave into relentless 2am googling and listening to the advice everyone so freely gave. ‘Put him down,’ they said, ‘You’ll make a rod for your own back’. And I believed them. The first twelve weeks of motherhood were hard.

A lot of advice is thrown at first time mums – and to be honest, a lot of it isn’t helpful. In fact some of it is downright awful, and it makes many of us feel like we’re failing when we’re just trying our best to stay afloat. Thankfully society seems to think that you must know what you’re doing second time around. But however you feel going into round two, it probably won’t match what you’re imagining, or even how it was last time.

When I had my second baby everything changed. He was 8 weeks premature. It was a hard time, but I sat tight and dug deep. I was in awe. Those first-time anxieties didn’t reappear – I knew what I was doing, and I trusted myself! The fourth trimester second time around was an utter joy. I didn’t bother to put my baby down. We cuddled and swayed, and l embraced the sling. It wasn’t peaceful and tranquil like I’d naively assumed. It was loud and chaotic, but we were connected and I loved it.

• As Pinky found: I’m not sure I had even heard about the fourth trimester when my first was born, but I’d spent my life wishing for a baby and all I wanted to do was to sit and cuddle him now that he’d finally arrived. I hadn’t carried this baby for 9 months just to plonk him screaming in a cot and put the washing on! This was my time to embrace all things baby, and man was I going to embrace it!

You can’t plan it, you can’t know how it will go, but just do your best for YOU and YOUR little family. We all struggle, but ultimately we all succeed in our own way too. If you want our top survival tips, they would be:

Second time around I had it sussed – or so I thought. I’d get a sling, I’d breastfeed while I snuggled up to my toddler and binge watch Peppa Pig while eating jammy dodgers. But it was just so much harder than I expected. It wasn’t even the tiny baby that caused the issue, it was my strong-willed toddler and the logistics of sorting out a tiny baby while dealing with everything he needed from me. It was enough to bring me to my knees. I found myself staring at myself in the mirror thinking, ‘Something has to change, I can’t do this anymore, it’s too damned hard!’

• Buy a sling - how else do you hold the baby, cook, and run after the toddler who needs his bottom wiped?! Yep, sorry, that’s your life now!

• Don’t feel guilty about toddler TV time, or fish fingers for tea again.

• Remember: It’s just a phase, and ‘this too shall pass’.

Pinky & Pug are two best friends. Mummies. Wives. Lovers of chocolate, afternoon tea and stripey jumpers. Blogging the real and the ordinary and believe that mummies should stick together and build each other up. Check them out at Facebook and Instagram @pinkyandpug 10 Oct-Dec 2019 Toddle About

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! Happy Birthday to all the lovely littlies below who will be turning a year older this issue! All were entered into a prize draw to win an Ultimate Birthday Party Package, courtesy of Party Pieces, worth over £60, and we’re thrilled to announce that Thomas Orton, turning 4 in November, was our winner. www.partypieces.co.uk Want to see your child here in our next issue? If their birthday is from January - March, send us their photo at www.toddle.fun/birthday

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3 WAYS TO YOUR

ARRIVAL HOME Being a parent isn’t the easiest job in the world but guess what, you don’t find that out until you actually are one!

2. GIVE THE GIFT OF TIME. As humans we have an average lifespan of 4000 weeks, so time is precious and short. The trick is to spend it wisely. Children won’t remember what you bought them but they do remember ‘times together’. This time, once gone, can never be regained. With our children we don’t realise how fast this time goes; one minute you are changing their nappy and the next you are crying as you pack them off to university or to travel around the world.

Life can be full on and sometimes it’s just too easy to forget to make time for the things that really matter. Here are three things you can do every day that I promise will make a real difference to your family when you get home from work.

3. PRACTICE GRATITUDE.

1. DITCH THE GRUMPY PARENT. Be the best parent you can be every night when you get in from work or they get home from school. Often after a busy day when you stumble through the door and are greeted by your family, this is when ‘grumpy parent’ can appear. ‘Give me five minutes won’t you, PLEASE!’ But literally you only need to give them two minutes… step through the door and shout, ‘I’m home, come get me!’ This will indeed prompt the same reaction and you can give them a full two minutes of hugs and questions, ooooo’s and aaahhh’s, and then they will scurry away happy for the time being! Try it, it’s really that simple.

Do it every morning when you wake up (woohoo, I’m alive! ), while you brush your teeth (how amazing, I still have my own teeth), look in the mirror (hello gorgeous), eat your breakfast (yummy food in my tum), commute to work (I have a car, with cup holders and a secret sunglasses compartment!), etc. If you can do this all through the day then your mood will be super-positive when you step in the door each evening. Then you can practice gratitude as a table time activity with your family - go around and say one thing that you are grateful for today. Be thankful for the food you eat and when family life is getting like an uphill struggle, stop and think of ten reasons to be grateful for your family.

Most of all, every evening when you return home remember, you are a role model. The general rule of parenting is that your children won’t do what you say, but they will do what you do. Hence, if you want positive, happy, well-mannered offspring, the best thing can do is live those qualities yourself. Every single day. Dr Andy Cope is a happiness expert and bestselling author of The Little Book of Being Brilliant available now on Amazon. Find out more about Andy at www.artofbrilliance.co.uk 16 Oct-Dec 2019 Toddle About

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Growing Apart By Amanda Seyderhelm

HOW TO HELP A CHILD COPE WHEN THEIR PARENTS DIVORCE CA S E ST UDY

When parents separate and divorce, children experience this loss and change as a bereavement. Losing the constancy of the family home unit makes them mourn and long for it to be reconstituted because, as author Brené Brown says, “We are hardwired to connect with others, it’s what gives purpose and meaning to our lives, and without it there is suffering. While it’s possible to maintain a connection throughout divorce, children need help to process the separation.”

Alice, aged 8, talks about what it felt like when her parents divorced Alice started having play therapy after her Mum could no longer cope with Alice’s angry meltdowns, following her divorce from Alice’s Dad.

I’ve treated many children of divorced parents in my practice, and the one thing they have in common is a struggle to accept the loss of the family unit. While there may be good custody arrangements in place, the child still has to learn how to manage the transitions each time they leave one home to stay at the other. These are big losses for them to cope with emotionally. What complicates this loss for children is when parents fight about custody arrangements. Children like clear boundaries and routines, and when these are disrupted by controlling adult behaviours, the children are the ones who suffer the most because they usually don’t have a place to express their feelings about losing their family unit. It is important to give children tools to help them process these losses. 20 Oct-Dec 2019 Toddle About

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“I used to hear Mum and Dad arguing, and I used to yell at them to stop, but they never listened to me, and carried on. I ran up to my room and stayed there until they stopped,” she said. “All I wanted was for them to agree and stop arguing with each other. I hated saying goodbye to my Dad at the end of our weekends together. Mum was never nice to him, and I felt sorry for him,” she said. “I felt so upset, no one was listening to me.” In my practice, children of divorced parents respond well to play therapy because they have access to a safe space where they can play out their worries with a third person. The third person is important to them because they often can’t tell their parents how they are feeling as they are anxious about upsetting them; generally, they believe it is their fault that their parents have divorced. icon tells you which advertisers have a voucher in the centre pages

After 12 weekly sessions of play therapy, Alice had expressed some of her anger and distress, and learned how to tell her parents what she needed from them. I facilitated several family sessions, which enabled everyone to understand the importance of listening and reflecting. Over half of couples divorcing in the UK in 2007 had at least one child aged under 16. This meant that there were over 110,000 children who were aged under 16 when their parents divorced, and 20% of these children were under five years old. However, many more children go through parental separation each year that are not included in figures like this, as their parents were not married (The Royal College of Psychiatrists). When parents decide to live apart, the level of upset the child feels can vary depending on how their parents separated, the age of the child, how much they understand and the support they get from parents, family and friends. In children up to the age of nine, their world is a dependent one, in which they rely on parents to meet their physical, psychological and emotional needs. So when parents separate and divorce, a child may feel: • A sense of loss – a child loses their home and way of life. • Afraid of being left alone – if one parent leaves, perhaps the other parent will too. • Angry at one or both parents. • Anxious about having caused the parental separation; guilty. • Rejected and insecure. • Torn between both parents; disloyal.

Emotional and behavioural problems Children can become insecure when their parents separate because the separation may trigger how they express their attachment. If a child has an insecure attachment style, it is likely that their behaviour will reflect that insecurity. Seeing their parents separate through divorce may cause children to regress to a younger age. A parent may, therefore, see bedwetting, clinginess, nightmares, worries and general disobedience. Some of these behaviours may also show up at school and can be distressing for the child who is now ‘standing out’ in the classroom, and may feel like they are losing their dignity and privacy. This type of behaviour can happen before or after visits to the parent who is living apart from the family. These are red flags and may mean parents need to offer additional emotional and practical support at home.

How to help your child through a divorce • Routine. The loss of a routine can quickly destabilise a child’s emotional equilibrium, making them feel insecure. Maintaining a regular routine helps a child cope with increased anxiety and change. • Acceptance. A child’s age and developmental level can affect how he or she understands loss, and a child’s grief looks different from an adult’s. Children do not always cry or immediately show emotion but this does not mean they are not deeply affected by the loss. • Keep it real. Be open and honest about what happened. Doing so lets a child know that it is not taboo to talk about painful feelings. • Rituals. Invite children to create new rituals as well as maintain established and cherished ones. If they are living in two homes, this will help them settle and accept change.

These feelings can be made worse by the fact that many children have to leave their family home, live somewhere else and sometimes change schools. Most families separating will face some financial hardship, even if they did not experience money difficulties before. This can bring loss in the form of a child being unable to continue their extracurricular activities, and these changes can cause emotional stress for the parent and child, therefore impacting their relationship.

• Signposts. Increased anxiety can manifest itself as loss of appetite, loss of sleep or lack of interest in things such as playing games or attending school. It is important not to focus on the behaviour (as doing so may only make it worse) but, instead, help them acknowledge the feelings that are driving their behaviour.

Even if the parental relationship had been tense or violent, children may still have mixed feelings about their parents’ separation. The children I have seen in my practice have all held onto a wish that their parents would get back together, restoring the family unit.

• Story. If talking directly about the loss is difficult for the child, reading a story can help them access their feelings through character and metaphor because it makes them feel safe while they express their grief.

Amanda Seyderhelm is a recognised authority in the play therapy field, having worked extensively with children at Great Ormond Street Hospital, in Primary Schools and in private practice. Amanda’s second book, Helping Children Cope with Loss and Change: A guide for parents and professionals offers practical tools to help children experiencing emotional difficulties associated with bereavement and other major life changes. www.amandaseyderhelm.com Oct-Dec 2019 Toddle About Warwickshire 21

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DEC CHRISTMAS AT THE CASTLE 7 - 8 Kenilworth Castle. 10.30am - 3.30pm

Take part in a range of crafty activities and begin the festive countdown! Father Christmas and his reindeer will be taking time out of his busy schedule to enjoy a couple of days out at Compton Verney – can you spot him in the grounds? Warwickshire, CV35 9HZ Tel: 01926 645 500 ComptonVerney www.comptonverney.org.uk

Christmas is coming to Kenilworth Castle! Step back in time to a nostalgic family Noel, complete with festive storytelling and toy making. Enjoy some yuletide cheer with the castle jester, indulge in a treat in the tearoom, and hand deliver your Christmas list to Father Christmas himself. Castle Green, Off Castle Road, Kenilworth, CV8 1NG Tel: 0370 333 1181 KenilworthCastle

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DEC FIRE STATION GROTTO 15 Kenilworth Fire Station. For a unique way to meet Father Christmas, find him in his grotto inside Kenilworth Fire Station. Climb aboard a fire engine and explore the station, enjoying games and competitions. Every child will receive a gift from the big man himself. 16 School Lane, Kenilworth, CV8 2GU Kenilworth-Fire-Station www.warwickshire.gov.uk/fireandrescue Cost: £4 per child. There is no parking on-site. Check website for times. All money rasied will go to the Firefighters Charity.

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The historic Warwick Castle has this year’s festive season all wrapped up for friends and families with treats and surprises for all ages. Seasonal storytelling and winter magic are on the wish list at Warwick Castle to thrill and delight the family. Guests can explore the festively bedecked Castle with the 20-feet high Christmas tree taking pride of place in the Great Hall or wrap up warm and head outside to wander through the Horrible Histories® Scavenger Hunt, collecting stamps along the way to win festive prizes.

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YOU WILL NEED:

METHOD:

• The cardboard roll from your Christmas wrapping paper

1. Paint the wrapping paper tube – inside and out, (we did green on the outside and gold on the inside) and leave to dry.

• Paint

2. Cut the roll into slices – approx. 2 cm thick.

• A paintbrush

3. Pinch the slices at each end to form a leaf shape.

• Glue

4. Glue the leaves together in groups of 6 to make a flower.

• Scissors • Ribbon or any other embellishment for decoration

5. Make 8 flowers and glue them together in a circle shape to form a wreath. 6. Add a ribbon for hanging and a bow at the bottom for decoration. 7. Hang up and have a fabulous eco-Christmas!

Nicola and Sue are good friends who showcase fun ideas for parents and kids. Nicola is an experienced DT teacher with a passion for science and Sue worked in kids’ TV for years and adores food art and crafts. Check out their blog for more fun ideas! www.instagram.com/buddiesbabiesandbiscuits

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DAILY L ACTIVITY PLANNER LY YOUR LOCAL ‘WHAT’S ON GUIDE’ FOR FAMILIES WITH BUMPS - 5S IN WARWICKSHIRE INCLUDING; WARWICK, LEAMINGTON SPA, RUGBY, STRATFORD UPON-AVON, SOUTHAM, SHIPSTON-ON-STOUR AND SURROUNDING AREAS. The Daily Activity Planner is your one stop shop for finding virtually any and all of the bump, baby & toddler groups and classes. Visit the Toddle About website at www.toddle.fun/activity-finder then simply enter your postcode and the groups will be listed in order of distance from your home.

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15:45-16:30 ; For 3 - 5s, (please book). A ballet and tap class little ones will enjoy. 16:3017:15 ; For 5 - 7s, (please book). 17:1517:45 ; For 3 - 7s, (book by term). Lively fun & energetic class. at LoveBallet Dance Company at Cawston Community Hall CV22 7GU. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

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11:00-11:30 at Rugby Library, Little Elborow Street CV21 3BZ. 0300 555 8171; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

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; FREE (drop in). 13:1514:45 ; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). at Boughton Leigh Children & Family Centre, Wetherell Way CV21 1LT. 01788 570347.

9:15-12:30 at Dunchurch Methodist Church, Cawston Lane CV22 6QE. For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Mondays: 9.1510.45 & 11.00-12.30. 9:30-11:00 at Dunchurch Village Hall, Rugby Road CV22 6PN. 01327 705915; For 18m - 4s, (please book). Fun football classes .

Hillmorton 9:30-10:30 at Church Lawford Village Hall, School Street CV23 9EE. For 2 - 5s, £3.50 per class (book by term). Dance classes for 10mths and upwards. 10:00-19:00 at Swim Works, High St CV21 4EE. 01788 568503; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme & passionate teachers!

Long Lawford 10:00-12:00 at Long Lawford Memorial Hall CV23 9BA. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music & sensory fun! 30 Oct - Dec 2019 Toddle About

13:15; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Church Lawford 18:30-20:30 at Church Lawford Village Hall, School Street CV23 9EE. 07855 817860; For bump, £8 per class (please book).

Newbold 9:30-11:00 at Newbold Chapel, Main Street CV21 1HH. 01788 570347; For 0 4s, FREE (drop in). 3rd Mon of month.

Rugby 10:00-11:30 at Water Babies, Oakfield Primary Academy CV22 6AU. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with highly qualified teachers. 10:30-12:15 at Overslade Community Centre, Buchanan Road CV22 6AY. 0300 330 0700; For bump - 5s, £2 per family (donation).

Coventry 13:30-14:30 at Water Babies, Holiday Inn Coventry, M6 Junction 2, Hinckley Road CV2 2HP. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Funfilled progressive swimming lessons with highly qualified teachers.

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10:30-15:30 ; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme and passionate teachers! at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 568503.

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9:30-11:15 at Long Lawford Lighthouse (Methodist Church), School Street CV23. 07504 413449; For bump - 5s, £0.50 per person (drop in).

9:30-11:30 at Rugby Library, Little Elborow Street CV21 3BZ. 0300 555 8171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). Weds: 9.30-10am & 1111.30am.

Northampton / Daventry / Rugby Midweek / Weekend Classes Call Lynne 01327 705915 lnewbould@littlekickers.co.uk

11:00-12:00 at Anya Court, 286 Dunchurch Road CV22 6JA. For 0 - 5s, FREE (donation). Email songs@thetogetherproject.co.uk to reserve a space.

Family Centre

10:0016:00 ; For mums - dads, FREE (drop in). Dates: 15/10,19/11 & 17/12. 13:3015:00 ; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). For Non Walkers. at Long Lawford Children & Family Centre, Holbrook Road CV23 9AL. 01788 561313.

Rugby 9:00-11:00 at The Salvation Army, Bennfield Road CV21 2AS. 01788 542347; For 0 - 3s, £1 per child (drop in). 9:15-10:30 at Christian Life Centre, Lawford Road CV21 2JE. 01788 555111; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 1st Tues of month.

Footsteps Stay & Play

9:30-11:30 at New Life Church Rugby, 28-42 Railway Terrace CV21 3LJ. 01788 561525; For 0 - 4s, £3.50 per child (drop in). Under 1s: £2, 2-4s: £3.50, additional child: £1. 9:30-11:55 at Cawston Community Hall, Scholars Drive CV22 7GU. 01327 705915; For 1 - 4s, per child (please book). Fun football classes from 18 mths+.

WEDNESDAY Barby

Family Centre Fun football training 18 months - 7 years - www.littlekickers.co.uk

Dunchurch 9:15-10:45 at Dunchurch Methodist Church, Cawston Lane CV22 6QE. For 0 4s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Mondays: 9.15-10.45 & 11.00-12.30.

Hillmorton 9:30-11:00 at Rogers Hall, 3 Deerings Road CV21 4EN. For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). 10:15-19:30 ; For mums, (please book). Weds Classes: 10.15-11am & 6.45-7.30pm. 10:30-12:00 ; For 0s, (book by 10-week term). 11:00-15:00 ; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme and passionate teachers! 19:3020:15 ; For bump, (please book). Antenatal Aqua Yoga class for pregnancy. at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 568503.

13:30-15:00 at St Georges Church Hall, St Johns Avenue CV22 5HR. Carol: 01788 544630; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 (drop in). See www.stgeorgesrugby.org.uk for info.

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

Long Lawford

Bilton

9:30-11:00 ; For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in). Walking upto 3+yrs. 9:3010:30 ; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Dates: 6/11 & 18/12. at Long Lawford Children & Family Centre, Holbrook Road CV23 9AL. 01788 561313.

10:00-11:30 at Bilton Evangelical Church, Main Street CV22 7NQ. 01788 817326; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). 13:30-15:00 at St Marks Church, Church Walk CV22 7LX. For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in).

Cawston 9:15-11:00 at Cawston Community Hall, Scholars Drive CV22 7GU. 01788 555111; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

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Wolston 14:30-15:00 at Wolston Library & Children’s Centre, Warwick Road CV8 3GX. 01788 817723; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

THURSDAY Bilton 16:30-18:10 at Rugby High School, Longrood Road CV22 7RE. 01327 705915; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes from 18 mths+.

Brandon 10:30-12:00 at Brandon Marsh Nature Centre, Brandon Lane CV3 3GW. 024 7630 2912; For 1 - 4s, £3 per session (please book). Please call to book your place.

Brownsover 9:00-11:00 at Brownsover Community School, Webb Drive CV23 0UP. 01788 547660; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family. 10:00-16:00 ; For mums - dads, FREE (drop in). Call centre for dates. 13:30-15:00 ; FREE (drop in). Group for Non Walkers. at Boughton Leigh Children & Family Centre, Wetherell Way CV21 1LT. 01788 570347.

Cawston

9:15-11:30 at St Marie Catholic Church, Dunchurch Road. Angie: 01788 333271; For bump - 5s, £1 (donation). Drop in for crafts, singing & fun. 9:15-10:45 at St Matthew and St Oswald’s Church, Lawford Road CV22 7BE. 01788 330440; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family. Fun and friendly group.

In the Water

13:30-15:00 ; For 0 - 1s, FREE (donation). Toy library & clothes bank available. 16:00-18:00 ; For 0 5s, FREE (drop in). at Claremont Children & Family Centre, Claremont Rd CV21 3LU. 01788 579488.

Music & Singing

10:00-12:00 at Cawston Community Hall, Scholars Drive CV22 7GU. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music & sensory. 13:30-15:00 at Overslade Community Centre, Buchanan Road CV22 6AY. 01788 555111; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 2nd & 4th Thurs of month.

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Coventry

Rugby

15:45-18:45 at Water Babies, Sherbourne Fields School CV6 1PR. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with highly qualified teachers.

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RUGBY FUN

Dunchurch 9:30-11:00 at Dunchurch Methodist Church, Cawston Lane CV22 6QE. For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Mondays: 9.1510.45 & 11.00-12.30.

Hillmorton 9:30-12:00 ; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme and passionate teachers! 18:45-19:30 ; For mums, (please book).

2-7 YEAR OLDS

Fun non-contact rugby-based sessions for girls and boys. Classes in Rugby, Kenilworth & Coventry. Book your FREE TRIAL session online.

19:30-20:15 ; For bumps, (please book). Ante-natal Aqua Yoga. at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 568503.

Long Lawford 13:30-14:30 at Long Lawford Children & Family Centre, Holbrook Road CV23 9AL. 01788 561313; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Next: 5/12.

Rugby 9:30-11:15 at Tiny Tots, Rugby Methodist Church Centre CV22 7TB. Miriam: 07801 802718; For 0 - 5s, £0.50 (drop in). 9:30-11:00 at Dixon Hall, Vicarage Road CV22 7AJ. 01788 579488; For 1 - 4s, FREE (drop in). 10:30-12:00 ; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). For under 19s. 13:30-15:00 ; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 13:30-15:00 ; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 13:3015:00 ; For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in). at Claremont Children & Family Centre, Claremont Rd CV21 3LU. 01788 579488.

9:30-11:00 ; For 1 - 3s, FREE (drop in). Walking upto 3+yrs. 9:3010:30 ; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Dates: 18/10,15/11 & 20/12. at Claremont Children & Family Centre, Claremont Rd CV21 3LU. 01788 579488. 11:00-11:30 at Rugby Library, Little Elborow Street CV21 3BZ. 0300 555 8171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). Weds: 9.30-10am & 1111.30am.

SATURDAY Bilton 8:30-12:00 at Rugby High School, Longrood Road CV22 7RE. 01327 705915; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes from 18 mths+.

Coventry

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Cawston 10:00-11:00 at LoveBallet Dance Company at Cawston Community Hall CV22 7GU. Lorraine: 07921 853773; For 0 - 5s, £6 per class (please book).

Dunchurch 11:00-12:00 at Dunchurch Sportsfield & Village Hall, Rugby Road CV22 6PN. Amanda: 07766 731542; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). Entertainment show & cake!

Hillmorton 9:15-10:00 ; For mums, (book). 10:0015:30 ; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme and passionate teachers! at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 568503. 10:00-11:30 at Hillmorton Paddox Methodist Church, Dunsmore Avenue CV22 5HD. Miriam: 07801 802718; For 0 5s, £1 per session (drop in).

9:00-12:00 at Water Babies, Foxford Leisure Centre, Ansell Drive CV6 6BB. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with highly qualified teachers. 9:15-11:45 at Riverbank Academy, Princethorpe Way CV3 2QD. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations. 11:30-14:30 at Water Babies, Holiday Inn Coventry, M6 Junction 2, Hinckley Road CV2 2HP. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Funfilled progressive swimming lessons with highly qualified teachers. 12:30-14:30 at Water Babies, Riverbank Academy CV3 2QD. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with highly qualified teachers.

Hillmorton

Brownsover

Long Lawford

9:00-15:00 at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 568503; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme and passionate teachers!

9:30-11:00 ; For 1 - 3s, FREE (drop in). Walking upto 3+yrs. 9:3011:00 ; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). On 8/11 & 18/12. at Boughton Leigh Family Centre, Wetherell Way CV21 1LT. 01788 570347.

Centre

Rugby

FRIDAY

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13:00-14:30 ; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). 13:00-14:30 ; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 1st & 3rd Fri. at Long Lawford Children & Family Centre, Holbrook Road CV23 9AL. 01788 561313.

9:00-11:00 at Harris Church of England Academy, Mellish Road CV22 6BB. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 7s, £6 per session (please book). Rugby Classes.

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SUNDAY Coventry 8:30-12:00 at Water Babies, Holiday Inn Coventry, M6 Junction 2, Hinckley Road CV2 2HP. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Funfilled progressive swimming lessons with highly qualified teachers.

9:30-11:00 at Water Babies, Riverbank Academy CV3 2QD. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with highly qualified teachers. 10:00-12:00 at Water Babies, Foxford Leisure Centre, Ansell Drive CV6 6BB. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with highly qualified teachers.

Dunchurch 9:00-13:45 at Bilton Grange School, Rugby Road CV22 6QU. 0845 094 9071; For 2 - 5s, £5 per class (please book). Rugby based sports sessions for 2-7 yrs.

Hillmorton Classes

9:30-13:00 at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 568503; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme and passionate teachers!

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10:00-11:30 at Alderminster Village Hall, New Road CV37 8PE. For bump - 4s, £2.50 per family (drop in). New activity each week. Toys, crafts, story time & stickers!

Harbury 9:30-11:15 at The Wight School (behind the library), High Street CV33 9HW. harburytoddlergroup@gmail.com; For 0 - 5s, £0.50 per child (drop in). Children under 9mth go free. Not bank hols.

Kineton 9:30-11:00 at Kineton Village Hall, Mill Lane CV35 0LB. 01926 641483; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 (drop in). £1.50 1st paying adult,50p per child/add adult,und 6mths free.

Shipston-on-Stour 9:30-11:00 at Scout Hut, New Street CV36 4EW. For 0 - 4s, £2 per child (drop in). 15:30-18:00 at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 2 - 5s, £23.96 (please book). Various times, call for more info & to book.

Snitterfield 9:45-11:45 at Snitterfield Village Hall, Bearley Road CV37 0JH. Hilary: 01789 731246; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per child (drop in). 50p per each extra child.

Southam

LoveBallet Dance Company

9:30-10:15 ; For 18m - 4s, (please book). Creative, imaginative class. 16:45-17:45 ; For 4 - 7s, (book by term). at LoveBallet Studios, Welsh Road East CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773. KEY:

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9:30-11:00 at Napton Village Hall, The Crescent CV47 8LS. 01926 812139; For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). Playgroup for babies up to pre-school.

14:00-15:30 at Croft House Pool, Banbury Road CV37 7NF. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations.

Studley

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10:00-18:00 at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 1 - 4s, (please book). Call centre for lesson times & to book.

15:30-18:00 at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 5s, £23.96 (please book). Various times available,call centre,holiday times vary.

Stratford-upon-Avon

TUESDAY

Centre

9:00-18:30 ; For 0 - 4s, £23.96 (please book). Various lessons available. 10:30-12:00 ; For 0 - 4s, £4 per session (drop in). 17:00-18:00 ; For 4 - 7s, £5.85 (please book). at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

Classes

9:30-11:30 at Tiddington Community Centre, Main Street CV37 7AN. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions.

Stay & Play

10:00-11:30 at Stratford Children and Family Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

In the Water

Music & Singing

Barford 10:00-11:45 at Barford Memorial Hall, Church Street CV35 8EN. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

Bishops Itchington 19:30-21:30 at The Greaves Club, Fisher Road CV47 2RE. Bronwyn: 07817 456 379; For bump. Runs monthly - please call for the next date.

Harbury 10:30-12:00 at Tom Hauley Room, Harbury Church CV33 9EY. 01926 611914; For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in). Group for mumsto-be, mums & dads to meet.

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10:00-11:30 at Claremont Children & Family Centre, Claremont Rd CV21 3LU. 01788 579488; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Dates: 12/10, 9/11 & 14/12.

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Lower Quinton

Long Itchington

10:00-11:30 at Quinton & Admington Village Hall, The Close CV37 8SE. 01789 721424; For bump - 4s, £1.80 per child (drop in).

9:30-11:00 at Long Itchington Primary School, Stockton Road CV47 9QP. For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (donation). Tea/coffee, crafts, healthy snacks & songs.

Shipston-on-Stour

10:45-11:15 at Shipston Library, Church Street CV36 4AP. 0300 5558171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

Lessons

9:30-17:00 at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 2 - 5s, £23.96 (please book). Various times,call for more info & to book.

Lessons

16:00-18:00 at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 2 - 5s, £23.96 (please book). Various times,call for more info & to book.

Southam 9:30-10:30 at LoveBallet Studios, Welsh Road East CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773; For 0 - 5s, (please book). A really fun, lively musical dance class.

Southam 9:30-11:30 at Graham Adams Centre, St James Road CV47 0LY. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions. 10:00-18:00 at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 1 - 4s, (please book). Call centre for lesson times & to book. 11:00-11:30 at Unit 9, Brewster’s Corner CV47 1PN. 01926 812 523; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). 13:15-14:45 at Lighthorne Heath Children’s & Family Centre (Southam Outreach), The Grange Hall CV47 1QA. 01926 691105; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

LoveBallet Dance Company

16:0016:30 ; For 3 - 4s, (book by term). Fun introduction to ballet. Free trials. 16:3017:15 ; For 5s, (book by term). Free trial available. at Love Ballet Studios, Insight Park CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

Stratford-upon-Avon 9:00-18:30 at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826; For 0 - 4s, £23.96 (please book). Various lessons available. 9:30-11:30 at Croft House Pool, Banbury Road CV37 7NF. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations. 10:00-11:30 at Stratford-upon-Avon Methodist Church, Family Room CV37 6BG. For 0 - 2s. Check before attending. 34 Oct - Dec 2019 Toddle About

10:00-18:00 at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 1 - 4s, (please book). Call centre for lesson times & to book.

Stratford-upon-Avon Leisure Centre

11:00-11:30 at Stratford-upon-Avon Library and Information Centre, 12 Henley Street CV37 6PZ. 0300 555 8171; For 0 5s, FREE (drop in). 13:30-15:15 at The Croft Preparatory School, Alveston Hill CV37 7RL. 01789 293 795; For 1 - 3s, £2 per child. Fantastic facilities in a rural setting. 13:30-15:00 at Bandstand, Stratford Recreation Ground CV37 7PY. For 0 - 2s, mums, dads, £1 (donation).

Studley 16:00-18:00 at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 5s, £23.96 (please book). Various times available,call centre,holiday times vary.

WEDNESDAY Alcester

9:00-18:30 ; For 0 4s, £23.96 (please book). Various lessons available. 16:30-18:30 ; For 4 - dads, £12 per session (please book). Call to check availability & book. at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826. 9:30-11:00 at Stratford Children and Family Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 1st & 3rd Weds of month. 9:30-11:30 at New Room, Stratford Methodist Church CV37 6BG. For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per session (drop in).

Baby Sensory

10:15-12:30 at Stratford Town Football Club, Knights Lane CV37 7BZ. Gemma: 07989 502712; For 0 - 1s, £6.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Award-winning class for 0 - 13m. Free trials.

Studley

10:30-11:00 at Alcester Library, Priory Road B49 5DZ. 0300 5558171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

15:30-18:00 at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 5s, £23.96 (please book). Various times available,call centre,holiday times vary.

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Wellesbourne

9:45-11:45 at Fenny Compton Village Hall, Memorial Road CV47 2XU. 07769 871237; For 0 - 5s, £2 per session (drop in).

11:00-11:30 at Wellesbourne Library, Kineton Road CV35 9NF. 0300 555 8171; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

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9:45-11:30 at Alcester Methodist Church, Priory Rd B49 5DX. Laura: 07446 973185; For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). With toys, soft play and crafts. 1st session free.

Bishops Itchington 10:00-11:30 at Memorial Hall, Fisher Road CV47 2RE. For bump - 5s, £1.50 (drop in). Friendly Group with Toys,crafty table,song time,Refreshments.

Evesham 10:30-11:30 at All Things Wild, Station Road, Honeybourne WR11 7QZ. 01386 833038; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Crafts, messy play, toys & games inc. in entry price.

Lighthorne Heath

11:30-12:00 at Shipston Library, Church Street CV36 4AP. 0300 5558171; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in). 15:30-17:30 at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 2 - 5s, £23.96 (please book). Various times,call for more info & to book.

Southam 10:00-18:00 at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 1 - 4s, (please book). Call centre for lesson times & to book.

LoveBallet Dance Company

16:00-16:30 ; For 3-5s, (book by term). Lively, fun & energetic class. 16:30-17:00 ; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Learn handstands, rolls, splits & more. 17:4518:30 ; For 3 - 5s, per class (book by term). Lively, fun and energetic class. at LoveBallet Studios, Insight Park CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

9:3011:30 ; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations. 18:0019:30 ; For bump. From 14 weeks pregnant onwards. at Croft House Pool, Banbury Road CV37 7NF. Claire: 07984 620246. 10:30-12:30 ; For 0 - 2s, mums, dads, (drop in). Runs fortnightly. 10:30-12:30 ; For bump - 1s, £2 per session (drop in). All welcome. at Lifeways Centre, 30 Albany Road CV37 6PG. 13:30-15:00 at Holy Trinity Parish Center, Old Town CV37 6BG. 01789 266316; For 0 - 5s, £1 per session (drop in). £1 for 1 Adult & Child, 50p any additional. Play,storytelling,rhyme time,crafts & snacks.

9:00-11:00 ; For 0 4s, £23.96 (please book). Various lessons. 10:00-11:30 ; For 0 - 4s, £4 per session (drop in). 17:30-18:30 ; For 4 - dads, £12 per session (please book). at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

16:00-19:00 at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 5s, £23.96 (please book). Various times available,call centre,holiday times vary.

H: Holidays

13:15-14:45 at Ettington Community Centre, Rogers Lane CV37 7SX. 07794 312783; For 0 4s, £2 per child (drop in).

Shipston-on-Stour Lessons

9:30-18:00 at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 2 - 5s, £23.96 (please book). Various times,call for more info & to book.

Southam 10:00-18:00 at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 1 4s, (please book). Call centre for lesson times & to book.

In the Water

LoveBallet Dance Company

10:00-11:00 ; For 0 - 5s, (please book). A really fun, lively musical dance class. 16:0016:30 ; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Fun introduction to tap dancing. at LoveBallet Studios, Welsh Road East CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

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11:00-11:30 at Unit 9, Brewster’s Corner CV47 1PN. 01926 812523; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in). 11:00-12:00 at The Graham Adams Centre, St James Road CV47 0LY. 07855 817860; For 0 - 1s, £6 per session (please book).

Stockton 10:00-11:30 at Stockton Village Hall, Napton Road CV47 8JX. Emma: 01926 814687; For 0 - 4s, £2 per child (drop in). 50p per extra person.

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For more information please contact Jason Davies on 07747 562 469 Email: jason@go4goals.co.uk www.go4goals.co.uk

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10:30-11:00 at Alcester Library, Priory Road B49 5DZ. 0300 555 8171; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

GO4GOALS football sessions cover the following age groups; Age 2-11, Boys & Girls • 9.00am - 9.40am Leamington Spa Nursery & Pre School • 10.00am - 11.00am Leamington Spa Primary School • 8.50am - 9.30am Stratford Upon Avon Nursery & Pre School • 10.00am - 11.00am Stratford Upon Avon Primary School Age 5-11, Boys & Girls (After school clubs, private sessions, birthday parties and school holiday camps)

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GO4GOALS is an organisation aimed at developing young children’s football skills throughout Warwickshire and West Midlands. Coaching will be provided for all levels, the children will develop technically and improve their social skills for later in life.

9:30-11:00 at Lighthorne Heath Children & Family Centre, Stratford Road CV33 9TW. 01926 691105; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

FRIDAY

Music & Singing

9:00-18:00 ; For 0 4s, £23.96 (please book). Various lessons available. 16:30-18:30 ; For 4 - dads, £12 per session (please book). Call to check availability & book. at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

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9:30-12:00 at Tiddington Community Centre, Main Street CV37 7AN. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions.

10:30-11:30 at Lighthorne Heath Children & Family Centre (Wellesbourne Outreach), Wellesbourne Library CV35 9NF. 01926 691105; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

SATURDAY

9:30-11:30 at New Room, Stratford Methodist Church CV37 6BG. For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per session (drop in).

Shipston-on-Stour

10:00-14:00 at Tyler House Hub CV37 6TY. For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per child (drop in). Babies Free, 0-6 months £1.50, 1 year+ £2.50.

8:30-12:00 at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 2 - 5s, £23.96 (please book). Various times,call for more info & to book.

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Southam

11:00-11:30 at Stratford-upon-Avon Library and Information Centre, 12 Henley Street CV37 6PZ. 0300 555 8171; For 0 5s, FREE (drop in). 12:30-15:30 at Croft House Pool, Banbury Road CV37 7NF. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations.

Studley 15:30-17:00 at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 5s, £23.96 (please book). Various times available,call centre,holiday times vary.

Wellesbourne 10:00-10:30 at Wellesbourne Library, Kineton Road CV35 9NF. 0300 555 8171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

8:50-11:00 at Stratford High School, Alcester Road CV37 7RL. Jason: 07747 562469; For 2 - 5s, £4 per child (book by term). 8.50-9.30am: 2-4yrs and 10-11am: reception - year 6. Football coaching class for little & big ones.

Studley 9:00-12:30 at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 5s, £23.96 (please book). Various times available,call centre,holiday times vary.

SUNDAY Southam

9:00-10:30 at LoveBallet Studios, Insight Park CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773; For 4 - 5s, (please book). Singing, Acting & Dancing! 10:00-18:00 at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 1 - 4s, (please book). Call centre for lesson times & to book.

Stratford-upon-Avon Centre

8:00-13:00 ; For 0 4s, £23.96 (please book). Various lessons available. 10:00-16:30 ; For 4 - dads, £12 per session (please book). Call to check availability & book. at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

10:00-18:00 at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 1 - 4s, (please book). Call centre for lesson times & to book.

Stratford-upon-Avon 9:00-12:00 at Meon Vale Leisure Centre, Bailey Avenue CV37 8QR. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 6s, £7 per session (please book).

Clip N Climb

10:00-16:30 at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826; For 4 - dads, £12 per session (please book). Call to check availability & book.

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WARWICK, LEAMINGTON SPA & KENILWORTH AREA

MONDAY Balsall Common 14:30-17:00 at St Peters Church Hall, Holly Lane CV7 7EA. For 2 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for 10mths and upwards.

Hampton Magna 10:30-11:00 at The Open Door Cafe, 3 Slade Hill CV35 8SA. For 0 - 5s, £3.50 per class (drop in). Dance classes for 10mths and upwards.

Kenilworth 9:15-12:10 at Kenilworth Nursery School and Early Years Teaching Centre, Bertie Road CV8 1JP. 01926 853394; For 1 - 4s, £3.50 per family (drop in). 36 Oct - Dec 2019 Toddle About

Leamington Spa 9:30-11:10 at The Kenilworth Centre, Abbey End Car Park CV8 1QJ. 07793 973541; For 1 - 5s, £6 per class (please book). 9.30: 18mth-3yrs & 10.25: 3-4yrs. 11:00-12:30 at St Johns Children’s Centre, Mortimer Road CV8 1FS. 01926 856397; For 0s, FREE (drop in). 2nd Mon of month. For babies born more than 3wks early. 11:15-12:15 at Kenilworth Nursery School and Early Years Teaching Centre, Bertie Road CV8 1JP. 01926 853394; For 0s, £3 per family (drop in). For babies & non-movers.

Classes

9:30-12:00 at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions.

9:30-10:15 ; For 21/2 - 4s (please book). 10:3011:15 & 15:00-15:45 ; For 16-22mths (please book). 11:3012:15 ; For 22mths - 21/2yrs, (please book). 13:15-13:45 & 16:00-16:45 ; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Members only. 14:0014:45; For 10 - 16mths (please book). at Gymboree, 1st Floor, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892686. *Free & 12:30-13:15

trials & discounts available.

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Whitnash

9:30-14:45 at LWGC, The Fosse, Fosse Way CV31 1XN. Dave: 07795 516367; For 0 - 4s, (please book). 9.30am (0-4yrs), 11am, 1pm & 2pm (3-4yrs).

Story Stomp

11:15-11:45 at Whitnash Library & Information Centre, Franklin Road CV31 2JH. For 2 4s, FREE (drop in).

TUESDAY

9:30-15:30 ; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme and passionate teachers!

Baginton

18:45-19:30 ; For bump, (please book). Ante-natal Aqua Yoga class for pregnancy. at Swim Works, Queensway CV31 3LT. 01788 568503.

10:00-11:30 at Baginton Village Hall, Frances Road CV8 3AB. Steph: 07919 263226; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per child (drop in). 50p for babies, £1 for siblings over 12mths.

10:00-11:55 at St Margaret’s Centre, Whitnash Road CV31 2HB. Ele: 07789 748730; For 0 - 5s, £7 per session (please book). Sessions: 10am (16mth-5yrs) & 11.10am (6-16mths).

Balsall Common 15:30-16:15 at Balsall Common Primary School, Balsall Street East CV7 7FS. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 5s, £7 per session (please book). Rugby classes for 2-7 years.

10:00-18:00 at Newbold Comyn Leisure Centre, Newbold Terrace East CV32 4EW. 01926 855478; For 0 - 5s, £5.95 per session (please book). From 4mths old, various class time available, please contact centre for more info.

Coventry 10:00-10:40 at Bubbenhall Village Hall, Lower End CV8 3BW. 07793 973541; For 1 - 5s, £6 per class (please book). 18mth-5yrs.

Classes

12:45-15:15 at Oddfellows, Warwick Street CV32 5LD. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations. 13:00-16:45 at Dale Street Church Centre CV32 5HL. Mel: 07815 149877; For 0 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

Lillington 10:30-11:00 at Lillington Library, Valley Road CV32 7SJ. 0300 5558171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

Warwick 9:30-10:15 at The Racehorse, 34 Stratford Road CV34 6AS. For 2 - 5s, £4 per session (please book). A friendly session involving stories,songs,rhymes & crafts.

10:00-11:30 at Saltisford Church, Albert Street CV34 4JX. For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Email: littlefishes@saltisfordchurch.org.uk.

10:30-12:15 at Cubbington Village Hall, Broadway CV32 7JS. Mel: 07815 149877; For 0 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

10:30-11:30 at Castle Hill Baptist Church, Castle Hill CV32 4EX. Lisa: 07906 959632; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

11:00-11:45 at The Rugby Tavern, 24 Rugby Road CV32 7JE. For 2 - 5s, £4 per session (please book). A friendly session involving stories,songs,rhymes & crafts.

11:30-12:30 at Water Babies, Freedom Fitness CV34 5PZ. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with highly qualified teachers.

Kenilworth

16:30-17:00 at St Nicholas Leisure Centre, St Nicholas Park CV34 4QY. 01926 495353; For 0 - 4s, £25.62 (please book). Call centre for more info & to book.

10:00-12:00 at Market Hall Museum, Market Place CV34 4SA. 01926 412500; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (drop in).

16:30-19:00 at Emscote Infant School, All Saints Road CV34 5NH. For 3 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for 10mths and upwards.

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Cubbington

10:00-12:00 at Castle Hill Baptist Church, Castle Hill CV34 4EX. Liz: 01926 400368; For bump - 1s, £0.50 (drop in). Join us for hot drinks, chat & play. B/feeding Counsellor 10.30-11.30am.

9:30-10:00 at Warwick Library, Shire Hall CV34 4UB. 03005 558171; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

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10:00-11:30 at St James Church Hall Styvechale, Knoll Drive CV3 5BT. For 0 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for 10mths and upwards.

In the Water

Music & Singing

Classes

9:30-12:10 at The Kenilworth Centre, Abbey End Car Park CV8 1QJ. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 - 3s, £5.50 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions. 10:00-12:30 at Water Babies, Thorns Infant School CV8 2DS. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with highly qualified teachers.

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10:00-10:30 at Kenilworth Library & Information Centre, Smalley Place CV8 1QG. 0300 5558171; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in). 13:30-14:30 at Kenilworth United Reform Church, Abbey Hill CV8 1LW. Lisa: 07906 959632; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). Runs fortnightly, check https:// www.nct.org.uk/branches/ warwickshire-central-6 for dates.

Lessons

16:30-17:00 at Abbey Fields Swimming Pool, Bridge Street CV8 1BP. 01926 855478; For 3 - 4s, £6.15 per session (please book). Various session times avail, call centre for more info & to book.

PLACES AVAILABLE NOW

9:30-11:00 at Hampton Magna Community Centre, Field Barn Road CV35 8RT. 07506 713277; For 0 - 5s, £2 per child (drop in). 50p per extra child over 6mths.

Please telephone or email to book an appointment to view. • Age seperated rooms • Private garden with free flow access • Open 9am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday • NEF funded plced for 2 and 3 year olds • Higher staff to child ratio than government standards

Leamington Spa 9:30-15:30 ; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme and passionate teachers! 18:45-19:30 ; For mums, (please book). at Swim Works, Queensway CV31 3LT. 01788 568503.

Whitnash 10:00-12:00 at Leamington Football Club, Harbury Lane CV33 9QB. 01926 311474; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Meet new friends - all welcome!

Balsall Common Warwick Space, Coten End, Warwick, CV34 4NU www.cotenendpreschool.org.uk Tel: 01926 491873 info@cotenendpreschool.org.uk

9:30; For 16 - 22mths (please book). 10:3011:15; For 10 - 16mths (please book). 11:30-12:15 ; For 22mths - 4s, (please book). 12:30-13:30 & 14:30-16:30 ; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Members only. 13:45-14:30 ; For 4 14mths, £7.50 (book by 6-week term). Fun and playful music classes. at Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa, 1st Floor, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892686. *Free trials & discounts available. 9:30-10:15 at The Fate Pug, 23 Guys Cliffe Road CV32 5BZ. For 2 - 5s, £4 per session (please book). A friendly session involving stories,songs,rhymes & crafts. 9:30-14:45 at LWGC, The Fosse, Fosse Way CV31 1XN. Dave: 07795 516367; For 0 - 4s, (please book). 9.30am (0-4yrs), 11am, 1pm & 2pm (3-4yrs). 10:00-15:00 at Dale Street Methodist Church (Main Hall), Dale Street CV32 5HL. Gemma: 07989 502712; For 0 - 1s, £6.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Awardwinning class for 0-13mths.Free trials.

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16:00-18:00 at Ridgeway School, Deansway CV34 5DF. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations.

WEDNESDAY

10:15

Baby Sensory

Classes

Story Stomp

10:30-11:00 at Leamington Spa Library, Royal Pump Rooms CV32 4AA. 0300 555 8171; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Leek Wootton 10:00-11:30 at Leek Wootton Village Hall, Memorial Recreation Ground CV35 7RB. For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in). Members £2, non-members £3, bumps £1.

Radford Semele 9:30-11:30 at Radford Semele Baptist Church, Lewis Road CV31 1UQ. 01926 833243; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). New members always welcome! www. rsbc.info.

Warwick 9:30-11:00 at All Saints Contact Centre, Vicarage Field CV34 5NL. For 0 - 4s, £1 per child (drop in). Range of toys, weekly crafts, refreshments.

9:45-10:30 at Merkswell & Balsall Common Tennis Club, Meeting House Lane CV7 7GE. Joy: 07780 466528; For 0 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

15:40-16:25 at Balsall Common Primary School, Balsall Street East CV7 7FS. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 5s, £7 per session (please book). Rugby classes for 2-7 years.

Coventry 16:00-20:00 at Quinton Park Baptist Church, Quinton Park CV3 5LU. For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for walkers - 5 years.

Kenilworth 10:00-11:30 at United Reformed Church, Abbey Hill CV8 1LW. For bump 5s, £2 per family (drop in). 10:00-11:30 at Little Crackers Nursery, Crackley Hall School CV8 2FT. 01926 514456; For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). A friendly toddler group with a difference! 10:30-11:30 at St Johns Children’s Centre, Mortimer Road CV8 1FS. Lisa: 07906 959632; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). Runs fortnightly, check https://www.nct. org.uk/branches/warwickshire-central-6 for dates. 11:00-11:30 at Kenilworth Library & Information Centre, Smalley Place CV8 1QG. 0300 5558171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

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11:30-12:00 ; For 0 - 3s, £6.15 per session (please book). Call centre for more info & to book. 13:30-14:30 ; For 3 - 4s, £6.15 per session (please book). Various session times avail, call centre for more info & to book. at Abbey Fields Swimming Pool, Bridge Street CV8 1BP. 01926 855478.

Most babies learn best when they see, hear, feel, touch, taste and smell.

Leamington Spa 9:30-11:30 at Lillington Free Church Hall, Cubbington Road CV32 7AL. Joanne: 07920 569112; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in).

9:30-10:15 For 7½ - 10 mths (please book).

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10:30-11:15 & 15:00-15:45 ; For 16 - 22mths (please book). 11:30-12:15 ; For 22mths - 2½yrs (please book). 12:30-13:30 & 16:00-16:45 ; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Members only. 14:00-14:45 ; For 0 - 7½mths (please book). 15:00-15:45; For 10 - 16mths, (please book). at Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa, 1st Floor, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892686. *Free Trials

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Classes

12:00-15:30 at Swim Works, 9:30-12:50 at St Mark’s Church, Rugby BS_A6_Advert_Image-1_Phone_Update_1.indd 1 568503; Queensway CV31 3LT. 01788 Rd CV32 6DL. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best - 5s, £5.50 per class (please book). 30min facilities, fantastic lesson programme and age appropriate sessions. passionate teachers! 10:00-13:50 at Radford Road Church, CV31 1NF. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

Nappuccino

10:30-12:00 at The Cotton Nappy Company Shop, 41 Russell Street CV32 5QB. Anna: 01926 430000; For bump - 2s, FREE (drop in). Offering a range of cloth nappies,slings,carriers & more. 10:30-11:30 at Arty Tots, Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum CV32 4AA. Gallery Desk: 01926 742700; For 0 - 4s, £2 per child (drop in). Cash only. KEY:

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13:00-18:00 at Newbold Comyn Leisure Centre, Newbold Terrace East CV32 4EW. 01926 855478; For 0 - 5s, £5.95 per session (please book). From 4mths old, various class time available, please contact centre for more info.

Warwick 9:30-11:30 at Heathcote Parish Church, Cressida Close CV34 6DZ. 01926 335228; For 0 - 4s, £1 per person (donation). Crafts,sensory/role play,books & singing.

In the Water

Music & Singing

10:00-11:30 at St Mary Immaculate Catholic Primary School, Wathen Road 19/01/2015 CV34 5BG. Chrissie: 07941 843711; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Toys, crafts, refreshments. 10:00-11:30 at St Nicholas Church, St Nicholas Church Street CV34 4JD. 07950 942093; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in).

10:00-11:30 at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Chase Meadow CV34 6BT. 07807 906261; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family. Call to be added to waiting list. 12:00-12:30 at St Nicholas Leisure Centre, St Nicholas Park CV34 4QY. 01926 495353; For 0 - 4s, £25.62 (please book). Call centre for more info & to book.

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THURSDAY Balsall Common 15:40-16:25 at Balsall Common Primary School, Balsall Street East CV7 7FS. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 7s, £7 per session (please book). Rugby classes.

Barford 13:00-15:00 at Glebe Hotel, Church Street CV35 8BS. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations.

Burton Green 10:00-12:00 at Burton Green Village Hall, Hodgetts Lane CV8 1PJ. 07484 546075; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). Friendly, welcoming group with lots of toys.

Coventry 10:00-11:00 ; For 0s, £40 (book by 4-week term). Email Sarah@babycherish.co.uk for info. 11:30-12:30 ; For 0 - 1s, £12 per session (please book). Email Sarah@babycherish.co.uk for info. at West Orchard URC, Baginton Road CV3 6FP. 16:00-18:15 at Quinton Park Baptist Church, Quinton Park CV3 5LU. For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for walkers - 5 years.

Kenilworth 10:00-11:30 at St. John’s Church Hall, Warwick Road CV8 1HY. 01926 855344; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). All welcome.

Leamington Spa 9:15-10:45 at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Road CV32 6DL. 01926 432348; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in).

9:30-19:00 ; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme and passionate teachers! 19:1520:00 ; For bump, (please book). Antenatal Aqua Yoga class for pregnancy. at Swim Works, Queensway CV31 3LT. 01788 568503. 9:30-14:45 at LWGC, The Fosse, Fosse Way CV31 1XN. Dave: 07795 516367; For 0 - 4s, (please book). 9.30am (0-4yrs), 11am, 1pm & 2pm (3-4yrs).

Warwick

Classes

9:30-12:50 at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions.

9:30-11:30 at Warwick Library, Shire Hall CV34 4UB. 03005 558171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). 2 sessions: 9.30am & 11.00am.

9:30-11:00 at St Chads Centre, Mallory Road CV33 9QX. 07877 418494; For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in). £1.50 per adult, 50p per child.

10:00-11:55 at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Narrow Hall Meadow CV34 6DR. Ele: 07789 748730; For 1 - 5s, £7 per session (please book). Sessions: 10am (16mth-5yrs) & 11.10am (6-16mths).

9:3010:15 ; For 22mths - 21/2yrs (please book). 10:3011:15; For 10 - 16mths (please book). 11:3012:15 ; For 21/2 - 4yrs (please book). 12:4013:25 ; For 0 - 7½mths (please book). 14:00-14:45 ; For 7½ - 10mths (please book). 15:0015:45 ; For 16 - 22mths (please book). For 16-22mths. 16:00-16:45 ; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Members only. at Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa, 1st Floor, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892686. *Free Trials & discounts available. 9:45-11:45 at Oddfellows, Warwick Street CV32 5LD. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations. 10:00-18:00 at Newbold Comyn Leisure Centre, Newbold Terrace East CV32 4EW. 01926 855478; For 0 - 5s, £5.95 per session (please book). From 4mths old, various class time available, please contact centre for more info. 10:30-12:00 at Lillington Parish Church (St Mary Magdalene’s), Vicarage Road CV32 7RH. 01926 470449; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Mix of chat, bible stories,songs & toys. 13:00-14:00 at Naturally Baby, 73 Clarendon Street CV32 4PN. Lisa: 07906 959632; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in).

Leek Wootton 10:00-11:30 at The Village Hall, Warwick Road CV35 7RB. Janet: 01926 258264; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Join our Facebook Page leek wootton stay and play.

Lillington

Story Stomp

10:30-11:00 at Lillington Library, Valley Road CV32 7SJ. 0300 5558171; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-12:00 at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Narrow Hall Meadow CV34 6BT. 07761 907472; For 1 - 5s, £3 per child (drop in).

Baby Sensory Classes

10:00-12:15 at Hatton Park Village Hall, Barcheston Drive CV35 7TR. Gemma: 07989 502712; For 0 - 1s, £6.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Award-winning class for 0 - 13m. Free trials. 10:00-11:30 at Nelson Club, 21 Charles Street CV34 5LE. For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for 10mths and upwards.

FRIDAY Coventry 9:30-11:30 at St Joseph the Worker Community Hall, 1 De Montford Way CV4 7DU. For 1 - 4s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for 10mths and upwards. 10:30-11:15 at The Cube, Wildcroft Road CV5 8AU. Joy: 07780 466528; For 0 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge. 10:30-11:15 at St Barbara’s Church, 22 Rochester Road CV5 6AG. Mel: 07815 149877; For 0 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

Kenilworth 9:3017:30 ; For 3 - 4s, £6.15 per session (please book). Various session times avail, call centre for more info & to book. 10:3011:00 ; For 0 - 3s, £6.15 per session (please book). Call centre for more info . at Abbey Fields Swimming Pool, Bridge Street CV8 1BP. 01926 855478. 9:30-11:30 at St Johns Church, 205 Warwick Road CV8 1HY. For 1 - 4s, £4 per class (drop in). Dance classes for 10mths and upwards.

10:00-11:30 at Kenilworth Methodist Church, Priory Rd CV8 1LQ. 01926 863252; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). Inc. drink & biscuit for carer & child. 40 Oct - Dec 2019 Toddle About

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CLASSES

9:00-11:00 at Newbold Comyn Leisure Centre, Newbold Terrace East CV32 4EW. 01926 855478; For 0 - 5s, £5.95 per session (please book). From 4mths old, various class time available, please contact centre for more info.

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Email: sam@dramatots.co.uk Or call Sam today on - 07793 973541

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10:00-10:40 at All Saints Church, Contact Centre, 29 Vicarage Field CV34 5NJ. 07793 973541; For 1 - 5s, £6 per class (please book). 18mth-5yrs. 11:00-12:05 at St. Mary Immaculate Church, 45 West Street CV34 6AB. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 1s, £5 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

Whitnash

11:15-11:45 at Whitnash Library & Information Centre, Franklin Road CV31 2JH. For 0 - 2s, FREE 9:30-14:45 at LWGC, The Fosse, Fosse (drop in). Way CV31 1XN. Dave: 07795 516367; For 0 DramaTots x 44mm.indd 1 23/01/2019 13:56 9:15-11:15 at St Peter’s Parish Hall, advert_Leam_62mm - 4s, (please book). 9.30am (0-4yrs), 11am, 3A Dormer Place CV32 5AA. Jo: 07980 1pm & 2pm (3-4yrs). 315575; For 0 - 5s, £1 per child (drop in). Maximum of £1.50 per family. 10:00-11:00 at LoveBallet Dance Barford Company, St Mary’s Church Hall, St Mary’s 9:15-10:45 at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV31 1JW. Lorraine: 07921 853773; For LoveBallet Dance Company Rd CV32 6DL. 01926 432348; For 0 - 4s, £1 0 - 5s, £6 per session (drop in). Pay as You 9:00per family (drop in). 9:45 ; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Fun Go class - really fun & lively. introduction to ballet & tap. 9:4510:00-11:30 at Emmanuel Evangelical Classes 10:30 ; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Church, Heath Terrace CV32 5LY. Hannah: 9:30-12:50 at St Mark’s Church, Rugby 10:30-11:00 ; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Learn handstands, 01926 424584; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family Rd CV32 6DL. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 rolls, splits & more. (drop in). Play,crafts,singing,story time & - 5s, £5.50 per class (please book). 30min 11:00-11:30 ; For 3 refreshments. age appropriate sessions. - 5s, (book by term). Lively & fun class with dance routines. at Barford Memorial Hall, Church Street CV35 8EN. Lorraine: 07921 853773. 10:00-11:30 at 37 Rosewood Crescent 9:30-10:15 ; For 22mths - 4yrs, CV32 7UN. Marie: 07918 110656; For (please book). bump - 5s, FREE. Practise your french over 10:00-12:00 at Glebe Hotel, Church 10:30a cup of coffee. Street CV35 8BS. Claire: 07984 620246; 11:15; For 10 - 16mths (please book). For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed 11:3012:15 & 15:00-15:45 ; For 16 - 22mths swimming lessons to capture active 10:00-12:00 at Venue in Leamington Spa. (please book). imaginations. Nicola: 07814 929306; For 0 - 5s. Group 12:30-13:15 ; for children with Down syndrome,contact For 7½ - 10 mths (please book). Coventry for further info. 14:0014:45 ; For 21/2 - 4yrs (please book). 9:00-16:00 at Holyhead United Reformed 16:00-16:45 ; For 0 - 5s, 10:30-11:00 at Leamington Spa Library, Church, Holyhead Road CV1 3AE. For 1 FREE (drop in). Members only. Royal Pump Rooms CV32 4AA. 0300 555 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance at Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa, 8171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). classes for 10mths and upwards. 1st Floor, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892686. *Free Trials & discounts Warwick available. 9:00-14:30 at Radford and Holbrooks

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9:30-12:00 at Swim Works, Queensway CV31 3LT. 01788 568503; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme and passionate teachers! 9:30-11:15 at Weston under Wetherley Village Hall, Weston-under-Wetherley CV33 9BW. For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). Arts & crafts,refreshments.H/V once a month.

Baby Sensory

9:45-12:00 at Dale Street Methodist Church (Main Hall), Dale Street CV32 5HL. Gemma: 07989 502712; For 0 - 1s, £6.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Awardwinning class for 0-13mths.Free trials. KEY:

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9:30-11:00 ; For 0 - 5s, £4 per session (please book). Call centre to check availability & to book. 16:0016:30 ; For 0 - 4s, £25.62 (please book). Call centre for more info & to book. at St Nicholas Leisure Centre, St Nicholas Park CV34 4QY. 01926 495353.

Methodist Church, Rupert Road CV6 3AZ. For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for 10mths and upwards.

9:45-11:15 at Hatton Park Village Hall, Barcheston Drive CV35 7TR. For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per child (drop in). Discount for siblings.Great toys,weekly craft,singing & refreshments.

10:15-12:30 at Sidney Stringer Academy, 2 Primrose Hill Street CV1 5LY. 0845 094 9071; For 2 - 5s, £5 per class (please book). Rugby based sports sessions for 2-7 yrs.

In the Water

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9:30-12:00 at Quinton Park Baptist Church, Quinton Park CV3 5LU. For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for walkers - 5 years.

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10:00-11:55 at Abbey Hill United Reformed Church Hall, Abbey Hill CV8 1LW. Ele: 07789 748730; For 0 - 5s, £7 per session (please book). Sessions: 10am (16mth-5yrs) & 11.10am (616mths).

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Kenilworth 8:30-11:30 at Abbey Fields Swimming Pool, Bridge Street CV8 1BP. 01926 855478; For 3 - 4s, £6.15 per session (please book). Various session times avail, call centre for more info & to book.

Leamington Spa 8:00-12:00 at Newbold Comyn Leisure Centre, Newbold Terrace East CV32 4EW. 01926 855478; For 0 - 5s, £5.95 per session (please book). From 4mths old, various class time available, please contact centre for more info.

Events

8:45-10:00 at Newbold Comyn Leisure Centre near the clubhouse CV32 4EW. 01926 336628; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Runs 2nd & 4th Sat of month. 9:00-11:00 at North Leamington School, Sandy Lane CV32 6RD. Jason: 07747 562469; For 2 - 5s, £4 per child (book by term). Football coaching class for little & big ones.

13:00-15:00 at Art Cart Family Fun Sessions, Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum CV32 4AA. 01926 742700; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Last Sat of the month. For up to 12 year-olds.

Warwick Events

8:45-10:00 at St Nicholas Park, Banbury Road CV34 4QY. 01926 336628; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 1st & 3rd Sat of month. 9:00-14:00 at Nelson Club, 21 Charles Street CV34 5LE. For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for 10mths and upwards. 9:00-12:30 at Ridgeway School, Deansway CV34 5DF. 01788 568503; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons. 9:00-11:50 at Aylesford School, Tapping Way CV34 6XR. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 5s, £7 per session (please book). Rugby classes for 2 - 7 years.

Classes

9:30-11:30 at Ridgeway School, Deansway CV34 5DF. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations.

9:30-11:30 at Community Room, Dale Street Methodist Church CV32 5HL. 01926 612832 / 07742 764851; For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per session (donation).

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10:00-12:00 at Market Hall Museum, Market Place CV34 4SA. 01926 412500; For 0 - 5s, £1 (donation). 1st Sat of month.

9:00-16:00 at Swim Works, Queensway CV31 3LT. 01788 568503; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme and passionate teachers!

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10:30; For 16 - 22mths (please book).

11:30-12:15 ; For 8 - 16mths (please book). 12:30-13:15 ; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Members only. at Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa, 1st Floor, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892686. *Free trials & discounts available.

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10:45-11:30 ; For 4 - 7s, (please book). at The Gap Community Centre, 39 Oakwood Grove CV34 5TD. Mel: 07815 149877.

10:0010:30 ; For 0 - 4s, £25.62 (please book). Call centre for more info & to book. 11:0012:00 ; For 0 - 4s, £25.62 (please book). Session times vary, contact centre for more info. at St Nicholas Leisure Centre, St Nicholas Park CV34 4QY. 01926 495353.

SUNDAY Kenilworth 9:00-12:30 at Meadow Community Sports Centre, Kenilworth School CV8 2DA. 0845 094 9071; For 2 - 5s, £5 per class (please book). Rugby based sports sessions for 2-7 yrs.

Leamington Spa Classes

9:30-13:00 at Swim Works, Queensway CV31 3LT. 01788 568503; For 0 - 4s, (please book). The best facilities, fantastic lesson programme and passionate teachers! 10:00-12:00 at Venue in Leamington Spa. Nicola: 07814 929306; For 0 - 5s. Group for children with Down syndrome,contact for further info.

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LoveBallet Dance Company

9:30-10:15 ; For 3 - 7s, (book by term). Free trial available. 10:15-10:45 ; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Learn handstands, rolls, splits & more. at LoveBallet Dance Company at Shrewley Village Hall CV35 7AN. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

Warwick 9:00-11:00 at Ridgeway School, Deansway CV34 5DF. 01788 568503; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons. 9:00-12:30 at Warwick School, Myton Road CV34 6PP. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 5s, £7 per session (please book). Rugby classes for 2 - 7 years. 14:00-15:30 at Water Babies, Ridgeway School CV34 5DF. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). From 6mths-4yrs. Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

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