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Issue 61 Winter 2015

This Issue: Winter Days Out and Events Ups and Downs of Parenting A Dad’s Eye View Adventures of a Guilty Mum & Her Son On the Road Holiday Review Winter Reads

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Book Corner Winter Reads

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Adventures of a Guilty Mum & Her Son The Waterside Arts Centre Gets a Visit

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The Ups & Downs of Parenting Christmas Confusion

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A Dad’s Eye View on: Christmas Dinner

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Editor’s Diary Dear Reader, A very warm welcome to our winter issue, which we hope you will enjoy. Christmas and the festive season is upon us once more. Christmas Lights are on, markets open, lists being written and sleeps being counted. I recently overheard a conversation between two children who weren’t just counting sleeps until Christmas but ‘school sleeps’ until Christmas (a slightly smaller number) – which I think was in an attempt to hurry the day’s arrival along! Once again we have some great articles which we hope will entertain, amuse and inform. As usual Nicola Foster and John Freeman make us smile with tales of the pressures of the run up to Christmas with your children, and Dads cooking the Christmas lunch. In Adventures of a Guilty Mum, Kate and Henry went to see the Elves and the Shoemaker at the Waterside Arts Centre in Sale and advocate supporting our local theatres who put on some great shows at reasonable prices, and Victoria Pollitt writes about a recent activity filled break in the Lake District. Days out and Events is full of things to see and do over the festive period and beyond, with sections on where to see Santa and local pantomimes. As ever Sue Steel makes some charming festive book recommendations in our Book Corner, and our Baby and Toddler Diary is full of places to go with your little ones. We’d like to thank all our readers and advertisers for their continuing support and encouragement over the last year and wish everyone a Merry Christmas and our best wishes for the New Year. Please don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @LittleTigersMag and you can find us on Facebook at facebook.com/littletigersmag where you can keep up to date with all the Little Tigers News, and remember to visit our website www.littletigers.co.uk Dany Whittaker and Tiffany Henry

Book Corner

Winter Reads By Sue Steel

Hello again from simply books! I’ve had a lovely time reading our selection of Christmas books and choosing a theme for our Christmas window and shop display this year. I’ve decided on a perennial favourite ‘The Jolly Christmas Postman’ by Janet and Alan Ahlberg. First written in 1991 this book has now sold over 6 million copies. Adults and children alike will enjoy the warmth and humour. On Christmas Eve, The Jolly Postman is delivering the post to various fairy-tale characters – including a get well jigsaw from ‘all the king’s horses and all the king’s men’ for hospitalised Humpty Dumpty! Children can take each colourful gift out of its envelope and discover for themselves what well-known fairy-tale characters are sending to one another for Christmas. It’s a ‘first class’ read and a lovely present. I’ll be reading this story at our annual Christmas Pyjama Party on Sunday 20th December (contact us for details!). Kipper’s Snowy Day by Mick Inkpen is another classic seasonal story. When Kipper sees cotton wool snowflakes falling outside his window he can’t wait to get outside and play with his friend, Tiger. Simply written and warmly illustrated, this charmingly comical story just makes you smile. We have copies in the shop signed by Mick Inkpen. And now for a brand new book. Stanley the Amazing Knitting Cat by Emily MacKenzie is published early in January and tells the story of a cat who gets carried away with his dream of winning the Woolly Wonders Competition. It’s a fabulously funny story with lots of colourful characters ….and of course lots of knitting too! And this year’s quirky book? 101 things to Do instead of Playing on Your Phone! This pocket size book has imaginative games and tips aimed at curing our portable tech addiction. One for the Christmas Dinner table? You can order any of the books mentioned above from us – just e-mail us through our website, or phone. Better still pop in and see them for yourself and we’ll give you a complimentary drink in our cafe while you’re browsing! (just mention Little Tigers). You can be sure of a very warm welcome. Sue

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Santa’s Rusty Robot is coming to Nantwich! Iain Lauchlan (known for his writing for The Tweenies) and Imagine Theatre have come up with a brand new show which will be a lovely Christmas treat for children age between 2-7 years. Santa is having a bit of a problem with a friendly robot which he must deliver to someone on Christmas night and unfortunately, it has been left out in the snow all night by mistake. When Santa brings it into his workshop the robot has rusted up completely and can’t speak or move. Santa has to get the help of the children to find a way to get the robot’s voice and movement back. The show will also give children an opportunity to give their letter to Santa in person, specially designed paper for the letter will be available on the day or can be downloaded from www.imaginetheatre.co.uk Santa’s Rusty Robot is a show packed with fun characters, action songs, a great story and plenty of Christmas cheer, lots for the children to get involved with, and with a running time of around 35 minutes means little ones won’t lose interest but just have a great time, followed by a trip to see Santa, photo and present. Santa’s Rusty Robot is at the Nantwich Civic Hall between 5 -10 December 2015. Tickets are £12 for children and £10 for adults, available from Nantwich Civic Hall, by calling on 01270 628633 or at www.nantwichtowncouncil.gov.uk

Adventures of a Guilty Mum & her Son Wonderful visit to the Waterside Arts Centre By Kate Nield

I don’t know about you, but when it comes to days out, I am sometimes guilty of missing what is right under my nose! That is certainly the case when it comes to Sale Waterside Arts Centre. Although I have been to one production there before, I have to admit when it comes to the theatre, we are often lured away to the big stages at The Lowry and into Manchester City Centre; forgetting how wonderful a smaller venue can be. So when I received an email, with details of The Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company’s production of Elves and The Shoemaker, I decided it was time we made a visit. At just £8 for tickets the price was incredibly reasonable; particularly as you can’t even go to the cinema for that price these days. What’s great about visiting the Waterside Arts Centre is that you can make a real afternoon of it. There is a small gallery called the Lauriston Gallery which, when we went, was full of displays from the puppet makers Mackinnon & Saunders. It had everything from Corpse Bride to The Clangers and Henry really enjoyed looking at each of the models. This exhibition is free and on until 27th February 2016 and, although small, it is well worth a visit. They also have a reasonable café, which sells a great range of drinks as well as snacks. We could tell by the number of people in there that this is the usual meeting point for large families and groups of friends who had booked tickets together. As we had booked quite early we managed to get excellent seats on the second row where Henry had a fantastic view of the stage, otherwise known as the shoemaker’s flat. The production itself was a wonderful mix of traditional tale with lots of interactive “he’s behind you” thrown in – who doesn’t love that! The children of course were really excited to see the puppet elves each time they appeared. With only two actors,it was amazing to see how they managed to keep the high energy show going, and keep the children’s attention throughout. Colourful, creative and crazy in places, we all really enjoyed this adaptation of a favourite childhood tale. We had such a great time that whilst there we looked for details on the next production. Moonminland Winter is showing this Christmas from Tuesday 8th December to Saturday 2nd January. A tale of Moominland, where actors and full-sized puppets perform a brand new adaption of the original stories, with a specially written soundtrack. Hope to see you there!

The Moomins are coming to Sale this Christmas The Moomins come to life on stage at Waterside Arts Centre this Christmas in the magical Moominland Midwinter starring Moomintroll, Little My, Too-Ticky, The Hemulen and Moominmamma! In Moominland Midwinter actors and beautiful full-sized puppets perform a brand new adaptation of one of Tove Jansson’s best-loved original stories, accompanied by a specially-written soundtrack. Tove Jansson’s Moomin stories are loved all over the world, crossing barriers of language, age and culture. The books have been translated into 43 different languages and have also been animated and turned into a feature film. This is the first Moomin production to have appeared on the stage in the UK. Heart-warming, humorous and spell-binding, this is a wonderful and unique Christmas show for all the family to enjoy together, suitable for ages 4+. Moominland Midwinter is at the Waterside Arts Centre, Sale, between 8th December and 2nd January. For more information go to www.watersideartscentre.co.uk or call 0161 912 5161.

The Ups and Downs of Parenting

Christmas Confusion By Nicola Foster About mid November, I dig out my Christmas manual. This reminds me of all the people I need to send cards and presents to. Without this, I wouldn’t have a clue. In theory, Christmas should be a very simple concept; you send cards and gifts to the people of your choice and there should be no obligation on the part of the recipient to reciprocate. However, most people feel completely obliged to reciprocate and this is where Christmas gets a bit mad. Without fail, every year a card drops through the door on about the 23rd or 24th December and is inevitably from somebody I haven’t sent one to. At this late date, it is too late to post one if they live far away and if they live close by, popping one back through their door just screams “afterthought”, so I put them on my list to remind me to send them one the following year, when usually they have struck me off their list for not sending one the previous year. This complication increased as each child started school, when it soon became apparent I was not just responsible for my own social circle, but that of my children too. At the childrens’ school, everybody sent everybody else in their class a card so, in addition to writing my own Christmas cards, I had to oversee the writing of 30 or so cards for each of the three children. It was particularly painful when they were in Reception, where some of the children’s handwriting was a little tricky to decipher and made it quite hard to tell who had sent what and to whom. I can say it did get easier as they progressed through school. I don’t like to stereotype, but the girls approached this a little more enthusiasticly than their brother, whose approach to writing Christmas cards is not dissimilar to the way he practices his spellings; shrouded in an air of grumpy reluctance and without the faintest whiff of festive bonhomie. Just when I felt t I was getting to grips with all the school Christmas cards, without warning the children began exchanging presents with friends and this seemed to take place with a randomness that I found a little discombobulating. This could be more of a girl thing too as, to the best of my knowledge, neither the boy nor any of his friends have shown the slightest inclination to go down the present route, wheres the girls exchange presents with an increasing number of friends each year which, in order to avoid the stigma of becoming a playground pariah, has resulted in the purchase of selection boxes, hair clips and slipper socks on something of an unsustainable scale. Selection boxes, slipper socks and hair clips, whilst not the most imaginative of presents, are about the best non generic gifts I could muster for emergency presents to send into school the following day. Any that aren’t used by the time Christmas is upon us are easily absorbed into the household. The biggest panic sets in when somebody arrives on the doorstep bearing gifts for the children and I have nothing to give in return.Two years ago, a friend and I had decided not to buy presents for each other’s children at Christmas and then turned up with Christmas presents for the children. I think it is at this point Christmas madness was well and truly upon me. What I should have done was tell her she was a bonkers old goat and reminded her of our decision which, I suspect she had forgotten in her own Christmas flurry. Instead, social niceties and my general desire not to intentionally offend people I like, meant I garbled some long-winded explanation about how slow I was at finishing my shopping and how organised she was and then as soon as she left, screeched off to the shops to buy presents for her children. It is important to bear in mind that even the presence of a Christmas manual is no guarantee against hiccups, as it is only as good as its operator. According to my Mother, last year I sent my parents two identical Christmas cards - one delivered and one posted, which is quite odd as they live round the corner from me. The card I received last year that gave me the most Christmas cheer was one which was addressed to us but had absolutely nothing written inside. It made me feel I am not alone.

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A Dad’s Eye View

A Dad’s Eye View On: Christmas Dinner By John Freeman I should be clear from the outset – I love Christmas dinner. I could eat it every week. I love turkey (don’t tell me it is but a dry version of chicken), I love Brussels sprouts (cooked with chestnuts and lardons) and would sell a vital organ for a plateful of ‘pigs in blankets’. I love roast potatoes, mashed potatoes, any assortment of vegetables (honey-roasted parsnips top the bill), cranberry sauce, bread sauce and a large vat of thick, glossy gravy. As for starters, I’m easily pleased - and will emanate joy in its purest form at the thought of a retro-style prawn cocktail. And, while I’m not a fan of Christmas pudding – it’s too heavy and its weight has already been taken by the extra pigs in blankets I have shamelessly stolen off the children’s plates - I will happily eat my way around the entire geography of Britain in cheese (starting and ending with Cheshire, of course). However, I’m ashamed to admit that I have only ever prepared a Christmas dinner once. My wonderful wife usually does the honours. She is a fantastic cook in every sense – better than me in every possible way imaginable – and each year, after what seems like minimal fuss, produces an amazing meal that the family devours in a few short, silent minutes. I don’t even do the ceremonial carving of the turkey as it feels too much like I’d be cuckolding the glory-hunting finale after hours of careful preparation. My job is the clearing and washing up, and providing my wife with morale-maintaining wine. However, one year I decided I should step up and cook Christmas dinner. A couple of days before, having agreed a ‘target’ time for dinner, I realised that the skill wasn’t just about cooking everything nicely, it was about cooking everything nicely so they were ready at the SAME time. This would require me to multi-task. Weights and times needed to be calculated. A running order needed to be established. A spreadsheet was required. So, on Christmas Day, armed with a spreadsheet detailing a minute-by-minute account worthy of a major military operation, the next three hours still managed to spiral into a fraught panic. My wife had reliably informed me I could ‘guess’ how long items would need to cook because I would ‘just know’ when they were done. I couldn’t and I didn’t. As the crescendo approached – sweat pouring and expletives filling the kitchen - with the various components of Christmas dinner close to fruition, and after another slug of nerve-soothing vino, I reflected on the habitually composed brilliance of my wife. Each year, every year. I’m told the meal tasted great. Which was all that mattered. I’d somehow cooked us all a Happy Christmas dinner.

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The Winter Sky at Night As winter sets in and the nights get longer it gives us a great opportunity to look up at the night sky and wonder at the stars above us. We asked the experts at The Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre to give our little ones some tips about what to look out for in the winter sky. As the nights draw in we begin to use and depend on our lights more and more, when we get home from school and work, in the car, office buildings and streets. At this time of year we also use lights to celebrate religious festivals such as Christmas, Diwali and Hanukkah. Sometimes all this man made light stops us seeing the other beautiful lights which have inspired people for all of time - the stars. As you move away from the lights of our towns and cities you start to see more and more stars in the night sky and you might be able to pick out some patterns of stars, these are called constellations. Go still further into the countryside and you will start to see a bright strip of stars across the sky, this is the Milky Way, our home galaxy in which our Sun is just one star amongst 100 billion others. The Plough

One of the easier patterns of stars to look out for in the sky is The Plough. This can be seen low in the northern sky in the early evening at this time of year and looks a bit like a saucepan. The two pointers (on the right in the picture) are used to find the North Star which, in the past, people used to help them navigate. The giant of the winter sky is Orion the Hunter. He can be seen later in the evening in November but by January he is visible in the early evening in the southern sky. You can find him by looking for his belt: Three stars in a row.

If you want to learn more about the different constellations you can see in the night sky there are many groups who will help you. At Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre, the Festive Family Starlight Adventure will be running on 5th December, you can learn where stars come from and go on a lantern lit adventure to learn about some of the constellations which can be seen in the winter night sky. To help you find the constellations you may find it helpful to buy a star map which is called a planisphere (or you can download and make your own; go to www.letsgobritain.co.uk). As well as this there is a variety of apps that you could download onto a smart phone or tablet to help you navigate the night sky. You will need to find somewhere dark to look at the stars, try to use a red light torch if you need help seeing your planisphere and turn the screen brightness on your phone to a minimum. So please enjoy the festive lights as they start to appear around town centres, shops and houses but if you get the chance why not go out to see the greatest light show of all - our night sky? Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre, Macclesfield Tel: 01477 571766 www.jodrellbank.net

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Shopping for Children

In Celebration of 150 Years of Alice Have you ever wondered what it would be like to visit Wonderland? Well now is your chance as Liverpool’s St George’s Hall is to be transformed into the magical, colourful and slightly mad world of Wonderland in February 2016. The Alice Experience celebrates the 150th anniversary of the famous Lewis Carroll children’s book, Alice In Wonderland in this all-new production by community theatre charity In Another Place. Walk through a forest of giant mushrooms, meet weird and wonderful characters, join Alice on her adventures and experience Wonderland for yourself. Follow the White Rabbit, have tea with the Mad Hatter, visit the Caterpillar, meet the Cheshire cat, sing along with the playing cards, and avoid losing your head with the venerable Queen of Hearts! The Alice Experience is a walk-through theatrical production. Groups of up to 80 people will be admitted every 30 minutes, they will follow an immersive trail throughout the Great Hall and other parts of the building, being greeted with interactive characters and magical illusions which tell the famous children’s story. Which path will you choose and what will you discover? The Alice Experience is perfect for all ages, schools, families and large groups. Wonderland will take place for two weeks between 5 -19 February 2016 so book now to avoid disappointment! The Alice Experience, St Georges Hall, William Brown Street, Liverpool. Tickets and more information can be found at www.inanotherplace.com.

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On the Road By Victoria Pollitt Recently Victoria and her family visited the Lake District, staying in Coniston. There was barely room for me in the car on our trip to Coniston in the Lake District. So perhaps it was for the best that I neither owned, nor thought to pack, folding chairs and a blow up boat. But it appeared that plenty of people had and I watched enviously as they merrily unfolded and relaxed in their chairs. We settled more gingerly on the pebbles at Coniston Water to enjoy a picnic. But the sun shone, the view took my breath away and our children were never going to allow us to sit around anyway. There were too many adventures to be had - and too much mischief to manage - along the shoreline, and though we didn’t have a boat to pump up, we still got to be sailors of our own vessel, without the effort, by hiring an electric motor boat from Coniston Boating Centre. It was easy to drive and we were soon pretending to be pirates as we explored the lake famous for its water speed records (it was here in 1967 that Donald Campbell died after he crashed Bluebird K7 at 328mph). We threatened no records, travelling at a leisurely pace with the limit now a modest 10 mph. Others had hired rowing boats, canoes or kayaks or took a relaxing trip on the Victorian steam-powered yacht the Gondola. And the Gondola was first crossing the lake when our accommodation was built - a delightful two bedroom cottage, fabulously located in the centre of Coniston. We booked it with The Coppermines Lake District Cottages, a company which started out with one property in Coniston 25 years ago and now has more than 80 across the Lake District.The cottage was cosy, warm, fully equipped and full of character, it even included a four-poster bed and a real log fire. And sticking with the Victorian theme, we travelled back in time to take a trip on a steam train with Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, which dates back to 1869. Josh and Jessica, aged four and one, enjoyed the whistles and hissing of steam while we also savoured the views. However, it was a more modern form of transport which really sparked happy, excited faces all round. I had ridden a bicycle at Grizedale Forest once before and struggled (got off and walked) up many of the steep hills. Fortunately Grizedale Mountain Bikes hire electric bikes - practically essential if you are towing children in trailers. It turned out that Josh and Jessica were able to sit in one trailer together, attached to my husband’s bike. But I still wanted an electric one and would never have kept up without it. They are power assisted so you can’t, as I had imagined, sit back and enjoy the scenery, you still need to pedal. But it means the steep hills, whilst not a total breeze, are entirely and enjoyably manageable and I sailed gleefully, if slightly guiltily, past seasoned cyclists and enthusiastic youngsters uphill on the forest roads. Josh and Jess adored it and Stuart and I enjoyed feelings of freedom and exhilaration you seldom have when focussing entirely on the needs of two small people. Of course it’s for the walking that many visit the glorious Lake District and we did manage some of that including a stroll around the tranquil beauty spot Tarn Hows. We did not attempt the Old Man of Coniston, the mountain which towers over the village. We have climbed it before but felt that with Josh and Jessica in tow it would be a step too far on this visit - without electrical help or folding chairs to collapse into at the summit. For information go to www.coppermines.co.uk, www.conistonboatingcentre.co.uk, www.lakesiderailway.co.uk and www.velobikes.co.uk. Lake District information is at www.golakes.co.uk

Days Out and Events Listed below you will find some great events happening throughout the winter months (visits to Santa and Pantomimes are listed separately). As always please do call ahead or visit websites to check dates, times, prices, age suitability and booking information. Until 20 December Ding Dong Merrily Mansion Traditional decorations, carols, costumed guides & more 11am - 4pm Tatton Park, Knutsford Tel: 01625 374400 www.tattonpark.org.uk Until 22 December Manchester Christmas Markets Various locations in city centre www.manchester.gov.uk/markets Until 3 January Manchester Ice Rink New Bailey, Irwell St, Salford Tel: 0161 820 9718 www.manchestericerink.co.uk Until 3 January Ice Skating at Trentham Various times (pre book) Trentham Estate, Stone Road, Trentham, Tel: 01782 646646 www.trentham.co.uk Until 4 January Selfridges Ice Rink Various times (pre book) Trafford Centre, off Barton Dock Road Tel: 0161 629 1204 www.selfridges.co.uk 1 December Christmas Fest Entertainment, refreshments & fireworks 7 – 9pm Poynton 1 – 28 December Weston Christmas Light Display Raising funds for the Donna Louise Children’s Hospice, visit Santa at weekends 6.15 - 9pm Carters Green Cottage, Jack Lane, Weston, Nr Crewe Tel: 01270 586754 4 December Christmas Fair and Makers Market 5 - 7pm Etchells Primary School, Heald Green

4 December, 8 January, 5 February & 4 March Bowler Hat Babies 10.30 – 11.15am & 11.30am – 12.15pm (pre book) The Hatworks, Wellington Mill, Wellington Road South, Stockport Tel: 0161 474 2399 www.stockport.gov.uk 5 December Christmas Past See how Christmas has been celebrated through the ages 2pm, age 5 – 11 (pre book) Staircase House, Market Place, Stockport Tel: 0161 474 4444 www.stockport.gov.uk 5 December Children’s Christmas Concert Performed by the North Cheshire Wind Orchestra 4pm (pre book) St John’s United Reform Church, Wilderspool Causeway, Warrington Tel: 01925 759687 5 December The Snowman Live orchestra accompanies the screening of the film 12, 2.15 & 7pm Chester Cathedral Tel: 01244 500959 5 December Knutsford Lantern Parade 5pm St Cross Church, Knutsford Tel: 01565 653929 www.knutsfordtowncouncil.gov 5 December Festive Family Starlight Adventure Fun, fact pack science show, with lantern making & adventure 2 – 5pm (pre book) Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre, Macclesfield Tel: 01477 571766 www.jodrellbank.net

4 December Sandbach Christmas Market 3 – 7pm Market Square, Sandbach

5 December Christmas Market Santa, crafts, gifts, refreshments & more 11am – 5pm Antrobus Village Hall, Knutsford Rd, Antrobus www.antrobusvillagehall.com

4 December Carol Concert with Love Music Trust Featuring Nantwich Young Voices and Sandbach & Alsager Young Voices 7pm St Mary’s Church, Alsager

5 December Christmas Fayre 12 - 2pm Wincle C of E Primary School Tel: 01260 227336 www.wincleschool.org

4 – 6 December Community Christmas Tree Festival 10am – 5pm (Christingle Service Sunday 6 at 10am) St Mary’s Church, Lymm

5 December Hartford Victorian Fayre Crafts, stalls, children’s games & activities, carols, Santa & more 10am – 3pm St John’s Church Centre, Hartford

4 - 6 December Christmas Tree Festival 2 – 6pm Friday, 10am - 6pm Saturday, 2 - 5pm Sunday Wilmslow Methodist Church, Water Lane, Wilmslow 4 – 30 December Staircase House Decked for Christmas The oldest house in Stockport decorated for Christmas Staircase House, Chestergate, Stockport Tel: 0161 474 4444 www.stockport.gov.uk

5 & 6 December Festive Family Fun Weekend Family fun with reindeer & reindeer hunt Bents Garden Centre, Warrington Rd, Glazebury Tel: 01942 266300 www.bents.co.uk 5 - 10 December Santa’s Rusty Robot An Imagine Theatre show - a perfect Christmas treat for children Various times, age 2 - 7 (pre book) Nantwich Civic Hall Tel: 01270 628633 www.nantwichtowncouncil.gov 5 – 12 December Christmas Tree Festival 10.30am – 5.30pm (also 6.30 - 8.30pm on 7th) St James’ Church, Gawsworth, Macclesfield www.gawsworth.com 5 & 6 & 12 & 13 December A Victorian Christmas at the Mill Join the festive fun at the traditional Christmas weekends 11am – 3pm Quarry Bank Mill, Styal Tel: 01625 527468 www.nationaltrust.org.uk 5 & 6, 12 &13 December Carols by the Tree Various times (pre book) Dunham Massey, Altrincham Tel: 0161 941 1025 www.nationaltrust.org.uk 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20 December Yuletide Celebration 11am – 4pm Little Moreton Hall, Newcastle Rd, Congleton Tel: 01260 272018 www.nationaltrust.org.uk 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20 December Blakemere Christmas Woodland Fun family theatre in the woods Various times (pre book) Blakemere Village, Chester Rd, Sandiway Tel: 01606 883261 www.christmaswoodland.co.uk

5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 – 31 December Dotty’s Daring Blitz Adventure Learn about the Blitz through the eyes of 10 year old Dotty 10.30am The Imperial War Museum, Trafford Wharf Rd, Manchester Tel: 0161 836 4000 www.iwm.org.uk 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 – 31 December Christmas Crafts on a Ration 11.30am – 12pm The Imperial War Museum, Trafford Wharf Rd, Manchester Tel: 0161 836 4000 www.iwm.org.uk 6 December Museum Mouse’s Christmas Fun Christmas fun with the chance to see Santa & the Christmas mouse 12 – 4pm Stockport Museum, Market Place, Stockport Tel: 0161 474 4444 www.stockport.gov.uk 6 December Kids Car Boot and Swap Shop 10am – 12pm The Kingsway Lower School, High Grove Road, Cheadle Tel: 07748 601248 www.kidscarbootandswapshop.co.uk 6 December Santa Fun Run, Christmas Crafts & Lantern Parade Queen’s Park, Crewe 6 December Decoupage Decorations Create a beautiful Christmas Decoration 2 – 4pm The Hatworks, Wellington Mill, Wellington Road South, Stockport Tel: 0161 474 2399 www.stockport.gov.uk 6 December Christmas Bubble Rush Family event run through a 5ft wall of bubble snow in support of St Luke’s Hospice 10.30am – 5pm Marbury Country Park, Comberbach, Northwich Tel: 01606 555815 www.stlukes-hospice.co.uk

5 December Holmes Chapel Christmas Tree Festival 10am – 5pm Holmes Chapel Methodist Church 5 December Cheadle Victorian Christmas Market Day Various locations throughout Cheadle 5 & 6 December A Victorian Christmas at the Salt Works 10.30am – 5pm Lions Salt Works, Ollershaw Lane, Marston, Northwich Tel: 01606 275040 www.westcheshiremuseums.co.uk

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Days Out and Events 6 December Holmes Chapel Christmas Market Outdoor entertainment, stalls, food & drink 4 - 7pm Co-op car park, Scout HQ & St Lukes Hall, Holmes Chapel 10 December Carols around the Tree With The Cooperative Funeral Care North West Band 7.15pm St Bartholomew Church, Church Minshull www.villagearena.org 11 December RedShift Radio Family Christmas Night Out 4 - 8pm Regent’s Park, London Rd, Nantwich Tel: 01270 440750 office@redshiftradio.co.uk 11 & 12 December Astbury Live Nativity Magical live nativity with innkeepers, shepherds & live nativity scene 6.30pm (start at Astbury Rectory, & finish in the barn at Glebe Farm) Glebe Farm, Peele Lane, Astbury Tel: 01260 273916 www.glebefarmastbury.co.uk 11 - 13 December Christmas Tree Festival 11th - 7pm, cocktail party 12th - 10am - 5.30pm (Father Christmas - 3pm) 13th - 11am - 5.30pm St Mary’s Church, Acton 11 - 13 December Christmas Tree Festival Proceeds to the Childrens’ Society, Warrington Project & Church Funds Newchurch Parish Church, Culcheth 11 December, 15 January, 12 February & 11 March Messy Milliners Messy Play session for babies & early walkers 11 – 11.45am & 1 – 1.45pm (pre book) The Hatworks, Wellington Mill, Wellington Road South, Stockport Tel: 0161 474 2399 www.stockport.gov.uk 11 December, 29 January, 26 February & 18 March Experitots Creative activity sessions 10.30am – 12pm, age 6 and under (pre book) Museum of Science and Industry, Liverpool Rd, Manchester Tel: 0161 833 0027 www.msimanchester.org.uk 12 December Lymm Dickensian Christmas Festival Go back to a bygone era with parade, carriages, stalls & plenty of Christmas Cheer Lymm www.lymmdickensian.org.uk 12 December Christmas Crafts 10am – 12pm St John’s United Reform Church, Wilderspool Causeway, Warrington Tel: 01925 759687 12 December Baby Sensory South Cheshire Xmas Parties 9.30am - Toddlers & walkers (pre book) 1.30 & 3.30pm - New borns+ (pre book) Crewe Alexander Football Club Tel: 07745 353836

12 & 13 December War Time Christmas stocking Bring a sock & search for Santa in the shelters 11am – 3pm (pre book) The Air Raid Shelters, Chestergate Stockport Tel: 0161 474 1940 www.stockport.gov.uk

13 December Nantwich Hope House Santa Dash In aid of Hope House Children’s Hospices, festive fancy dress & prize for the best dressed Santa (2.5 or 5K) 11am Nantwich Square Tel: 01691 671671 www.hopehouse.org.uk

12 & 13 December Christmas Tree Festival Telling the story of The Selfish Giant through trees, flowers & painted panels In aid of The Joshua Tree St John the Evangelist, Station Rd, Lostock Gralam

13 December Halton Santa Dash Adult and children can enter in aid of Halton Haven Hospice 11am (start Victoria Park Widnes) Tel: 01928 712728

12 & 13, 19 & 20 December Walton Winter Wonderland Ride the polar express, Santa’s Grotto, children’s entertainer, live music, refreshments & more 10.30am – 4pm Walton Hall and Gardens, Walton Lea Road, Higher Walton, Warrington Tel: 01925 601617 www.warrington.gov.uk 13 December Charity Community Christmas Market Stalls, children’s activities, refreshments & more in aid of East Cheshire Hospice 1 - 6pm The Crown, Church St, Bollington 13 December Christmas Crafts for Kids 11am – 1pm, age 5 - 11 (pre book) Riverside Park Ranger Centre, Beechwood Mews, Beech Lane, Macclesfield Tel: 01625 374790 www.eventbrite.co.uk 13 December Meet the Meerkats at Aqueduct Marina Experience day with Zoo2U Prebook Tel: 01270 525040 www.meetthemeerkats.co.uk 13 December Prestbury Street Party 4 – 7pm Prestbury 13 December A Taste of Dahl Anthony Pedley as Roald Dahl in a piece about Dahl’s life with extracts from some favourite tales 2.30pm Bolllington Arts Centre www.bollingtonartscentre.org.uk 13 December Nativity Service 10.30am St John’s United Reform Church, Wilderspool Causeway, Warrington Tel: 01925 759687 13 December Creative Cards 2 – 4pm The Hatworks, Wellington Mill, Wellington Road South, Stockport Tel: 0161 474 2399 www.stockportgov.uk 13 December Family Christmas Concert Poynton British Legion Concert Band & the Just Sing Choir 2pm Poynton Civic Hall, off Park Lane, Poynton Tel: 01625 876865 www.poyntonrblconcertband.org.uk

17 December Christmas Sing-a-Long 8.30pm The Badger Church Minshull www.villagearena.org 18 December Carols Round The Tree The village gathers to sing carols round the big Christmas tree in the Square Audlem 18 December, 22 January, 19 February & 18 March Top Hat Toddlers Stay and play drop in session 10.30am – 12.30pm The Hatworks, Wellington Mill, Wellington Road South, Stockport Tel: 0161 474 2399 www.stockport.gov.uk 19 December Victorian Christmas Crafts, storytelling, Father Christmas & more 10am – 2pm The Old Sunday School, Roe St, Macclesfield Tel: 01625 613210 www.silkmacclesfield.org 19 December Annual Christmas Family Concert 6.30pm St Mary’s Church, Nantwich 20 December The Snowman The timeless film will be shown accompanied by a professional orchestra 2.30 & 6pm (pre book) Parr Hall, Palmyra Square South, Warrington Tel: 01925 442345 www.pyramidparrhall.co.uk 20 December Stableyard Carols Carol singing with the King Edward Musical Society Band & Choir 3pm Tatton Park, Knutsford Tel: 01625 374400 www.tattonpark.org.uk 20 December Messy Nativity 11am St Bart’s Church, Church Minshull 20 December Joint Carol Concert with Cooperative Wind Bands 2.15pm Shavington High School, Rope Lane, Shavington 20 December Christingle Service 10.30am St John’s United Reform Church, Wilderspool Causeway, Warrington Tel: 01925 759687

20 December Chrismas Pyjama Party 4 - 5.30pm (pre book) Simply Books, Moss Lane, Bramhall Tel: 0161 439 1436 www.simplybooks.info 21 December Free Family Movie - The Snowman With light refreshments & face painting for small donation to charity 10am Malbank School, Nantwich 24 December Carols around the Cross 7pm Lymm 24 December Carols around the Tree 6pm Town Hall, Bollington 24 December Playworld Christmas Eve Bash 11am – 1pm (pre-book) Playworld, Shavington Tel: 01270 665669 www.playworldlimited.co.uk 24 December Sound & Light Christmas Carol Service 7.30pm St Bart’s Church, Church Minshull www.villagearena.org 24 December The Night Before Christmas Pyjama Party Entertainers, dancing, food & a gift from Santa 10.30am - 12.30pm & 1.30 - 3.30pm (pre-book) The Jungle, Warrington Tel: 0844 324 9995 www.thejungle.uk.net 28 - 31 December Thank you very much Make a thank you card to send to friends & family 12 – 3pm Quarry Bank Mill, Styal Tel: 01625 527468 www.nationaltrust.org.uk 29 December & 17 February Children’s Explorer Tours 6.45 – 8.15pm, age 7+ (pre book) The Air Raid Shelters, Chestergate, Srockport Tel: 0161 474 1940 www.stockport.gov.uk 8 January, 4 February & 4 March Doodle Tots 10 – 10.45am & 11.15am – 12pm, age 2 ½ - 4 ½ (pre book) The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays, Salford Tel: 0843 208 6000 www.thelowry.com 23 January Battle of Nantwich - Holly Holy Day Re-enactment, Morris Dancers & street entertainers 2pm – Battle commences Mill Island, Nantwich Tel: 01270 440750 29 January & 26 February Mad Hatter’s Arts & Crafts Club 2 – 3pm, age 2 and under, (pre book) The Hatworks, Wellington Mill, Wellington Road South, Stockport Tel: 0161 474 2399 www.stockport.gov.uk 30 January – 6 March Snowdrop walks 12 – 4pm (ex Mon) Rode Hall Gardens, Church Lane, Scholar Green, Congleton Tel: 01270 873237 www.rodehall.co.uk

Days Out and Events 5 – 19 February The Alice Experience Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of this famous book Pre book St Georges Hall, St Georges Place, Liverpool www.inanotherplace.com 7 February Baby & Children’s Market Pre loved baby & children’s clothes, toys & nursery items 10am – 12pm (stall bookings now being taken) Sandbach Town Hall, High St, Sandbach Tel: 07834 686414 www.babyandchildrensmarket.co.uk

13 February & 12 March Baby and Toddler Storytelling & Play Session 9.30 – 10.15 & 10.15 – 11am Quarry Bank Mill, Styal Tel: 01625 527468 www.nationaltrust.org.uk 13 – 21 February Scarecrow Festival Over 30 scarecrows in the garden find the farmyard scarecrows & have a go at making your own 11am – 4pm (closed Monday) Tatton Park, Knutsford Tel: 01625 374400 www.tattonpark.org.uk

15 – 19 February Meet the Expert 1 – 1.45pm Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre, Macclesfield Tel: 01477 571766 www.jodrellbank.net 15 - 19 February Crafts at Quarry Bank 11am - 4pm Quarry Bank Mill, Styal Tel: 01625 527468 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

15 - 19 February Destination Space – The Astronaut Science Show 11am, 12, 2 & 3pm (pre book) Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre, Macclesfield Tel: 01477 571766 www.jodrellbank.net 17 February A Hat Full of Stories 10.30 – 11.15am, age 3 – 5 (pre book) The Hatworks, Wellington Mill, Wellington Road South, Stockport Tel: 0161 474 2399 www.stockportgov.uk

Christmas Pantomimes and Family Shows We all love a good pantomime – oh yes we do! Below are our listings for this year’s pantomimes and family shows. They are in date order, and it’s worth remembering that quite a few pantomimes are on after Christmas so can be enjoyed once the busyfestive period is over. All tickets should be booked in advance and please do call ahead or check websites for full details including dates, times, availability and prices. Our Gang 30 November – 5 December Gang show presented by the Scouts & Guides of Congleton Daneside Theatre, Park Rd, Congleton Tel: 01260 271095 www.congletongangshow.co.uk Dick Whittington 1 – 6 December Heald Green Theatre Company, Motcombe Rd (off Styal Rd), Gatley www.hgtheatre.co.uk Cinderella 3 – 6 December Performed by the Barton Theatre Company Salford Arts Theatre, Kemsing Walk, Off Liverpool St, Salford Tel: 0161 925 0111 www.salfordartstheatre.com Snow White 4 December – 10 January The Stockport Plaza, Mersey Square, Stockport Tel: 0161 477 7779 www.stockportplaza.co.uk Into the Woods 4 December – 16 January The Royal Exchange, St Ann’s Square, Manchester Tel: 0161 833 9833 www.royalexchange.co.uk

Moominland Midwinter 8 December – 2 January Waterside Arts Centre, Sale Tel: 0161 912 5616 www.watersidearts.co.uk Mother Goose 9 - 12 December Wilmslow Guild Players, Bourne St (off Altrincham Rd), Wilmslow Tel: 01625 520126 www.wgp.org.uk Mother Goose 10 – 19 December Forum Theatre, Compstall Road, Romiley, Stockport Tel: 07979 788760 www.nkta.org.uk

Snow White 12 December – 3 January Altrincham Garrick Playhouse, Barrington Road, Altrincham Tel: 0161 928 1677 www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk

Peter Pan 5 – 9 January Performed by CHYPS (Cheshire Youth Pantomime Society) Woodford Centre, Chester Road, Woodford, Stockport, Tel: 07910 187583 www.chypspanto.com

Mr Popper’s Penguins 10 December – 10 January The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays, Salford Tel: 0843 208 6000 www.thelowry.com Aladdin 10 December – 10 January The Brindley, High Street, Runcorn Tel: 0151 907 8360 www.thebrindley.org

The Sound of Music 14 December – 2 January The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays Tel: 0843 208 6000 www.thelowry.com

Christmas is coming! 11 December 7.30pm (in aid of St Ann’s Hospice) The Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley St, Manchester Tel: 0844 907 9000 www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk

Santa’s Christmas Cracker 18 & 19 December The Brindley, High St, Runcorn Tel: 0151 907 8360 www.thebrindley.org

Peter Pan 5 December – 3 January The Regent Theatre, Piccadilly, Stoke on Trent Tel: 0844 871 3019 www.atgtickets.com Cinderella 5 December – 3 January The Opera House, Quay Street, Manchester Tel: 0844 871 3018 www.atgtickets.com

Aladdin 12 December – 2 January Buxton Opera House, Buxton Tel: 0845 127 2190 www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk

The Snow Queen 5 – 12 December Chads Theatre, Mellor Road, Cheadle Hulme Tel: 0161 428 8712 www.chads.co.uk

Peter Pan 12 December – 2 January The Grange Theatre, Bradburns Lane, Hartford Tel: 01606 723570 www.thegrangetheatre.com

Dick Whittington 2 – 10 January Parr Hall, Palmyra Square South, Warrington Tel:01925 442345 www.pyramidparrhall.com

The Nutcracker 13 December Vienna Festival Ballet 2.30pm Parr Hall, Palmyra Square South, Warrington Tel:01925 442345 www.pyramidparrhall.com

Sleeping Beauty 11 December– 3 January Salford Arts Theatre, Kemsing Walk, Off Liverpool St, Salford Tel: 0161 925 0111 www.salfordartstheatre.com

The Halle Christmas Family Concert 6 December 3pm The Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley St, Manchester Tel: 0844 907 9000 www.thebridgwater-hall.co.uk

Cinderella 12 December – 3 January Crewe Lyceum Theatre, Heath Street, Crewe Tel: 01270 686777 www.crewelyceum.co.uk

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs 12 December – 2 January Northwich Memorial Court, Chester Way, Northwich www.antonbensonproductions.com

Santa’s Sleigh on Hope Street 19 & 20 December Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Hope St, Liverpool Tel: 0151 709 3789 www.liverpoolphil.com Jack and the Beanstalk 21 - 31 December Clonter Opera, Swettenham Heath, Congleton Tel: 01260 271095 www.clonteropera.com The Snowman 22 & 23 December The Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley St, Manchester Tel: 0844 907 9000 www.thebridgwater-hall.co.uk The Snow Child 22 December – 3 January The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays, Salford Tel: 0843 208 6000 www.thelowry.com

Jack and the Beanstalk 6 - 9 January Prestbury Youth Pantomime Association MADS Little Theatre, Prestbury www.prestburypanto.org.uk Dick Whittington 8 - 16 January Carver Theatre, Chadwick Street, Marple www.carvertheatre.co.uk Babes in the Wood 8 – 17 January Presented by Sale Nomads Theatre Club Waterside Arts Centre, Sale Tel: 0161 912 5616 www.watersidearts.co.uk Sleeping Beauty 8 – 10 & 13 -16 January Bollington Festival Players Arts Centre, Bollington 07776 239613 www.bfptickets@hotmail.com The Snow Queen 9 January 2.30pm Buxton Opera House, Water Lane, Buxton Tel: 0845 127 2190 www.buxtonoperahouse.co.uk Cinderella 9 - 16 January (excl 13th) Presented by Congleton Pantomime Daneside Theatre, Park Rd, Congleton Tel: 01260 271095 www.danesidetheatre.co.uk The Gruffalo’s Child 11 & 12 January The Lyceum Theatre, Heath St, Crewe Tel: 01270 368242 www.crewelyceum.co.uk

Days Out and Events Mary Poppins 20 January – 5 March The Palace Theatre, Oxford Road, Manchester Tel: 0844 871 7633 www.atgtickets.com Snow White 21 – 24 & 28 - 30 January Knutsford Little Theatre, Queen St, Knutsford Tel: 01565 633000 www.knutsfordlittletheatre.com

Oliver! 27 – 30 January Preformed by the Kingsley Players www.kingsleyplayers.co.uk

Jack and the Beanstalk 16 – 20 February Shavington Academy Tel: 01270 651170 www.svfc.info

Shrek 2 – 20 February The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays, Salford Tel: 0843 208 6000 www.thelowry.com

We’re going on a Bear Hunt 17 – 21 February The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays, Salford Tel: 0843 208 6000 www.thelowry.com

Peppa’s Big Surprise 3 & 4 February 11.30am, 3 & 6pm The Lyceum Theatre, Heath St, Crewe Tel: 01270 368242 www.crewelyceum.co.uk How the Koala Learnt to Hug 18 February 2.30pm The Lyceum Theatre, Heath St, Crewe Tel: 01270 368242 www.crewelyceum.co.uk

Where to see Santa Here is a list of some of the places you can visit Santa this year. Please do call ahead to check details before setting out and ask about the best time to go as some places do get very busy at peak times. Many places now offer breakfast or tea with Santa but these must be pre booked. Don’t forget to take your Christmas list and a camera!

Garden Centre Grottos Altrincham Garden Centre Breakfast and tea with Santa – various days & times (pre book) Green Lane, Timperley Tel: 0161 980 6036 www.wyevalegardencentre.co.uk Astbury Meadow Garden Centre See Santa in his Grotto Sat & Sun from 11am Newcastle Rd, Congleton Tel: 01260 276466 www.klondyke.co.uk Bents Garden Centre Santa’s Tea Parties, weekdays 1 – 24 Dec, 4.30 - 6.30pm (pre book) Bents Garden Centre, Warrington Rd, Glazebury Tel: 01942 266300 www.bents.co.uk Bridgemere Garden Centre Traditional Grotto – various days & times (pre book) Bridgemere, Nr Nantwich Tel: 01270 521100 www.wyevalegardencentre.co.uk Brookside Garden Centre Santa train special to visit Santa in his Grotto Wed, Thurs & weekends until 24 Dec, & 18, 21 – 23 Dec Weekends 11am – 4pm, & Weekdays 2 - 6.30pm (24 Dec 11am - 3pm) London Road, Poynton Tel: 01625 872919 www.klondyke.co.uk High Legh Garden Centre Santa in his Grotto via their Santa Special Train Weekends in December 10.30am – Sat, 10.45 am – Sun High Legh, Nr Knutsford Tel: 01925 756991 www.klondyke.co.uk Marple Garden Centre Breakfast and tea with Santa – various days & times (pre book) Dooley Lane, Otterspool, Stockport Tel: 0161 427 7211 www.wyevalegardencentre.co.uk Tarporley Garden Centre Breakfast with Santa (pre book) Tarporley Rd, Cotebrook, Tarporley Tel: 01829 760433 www.wyevalegardencentre.co.uk Wilmslow Garden Centre See Santa in his grotto Weekends in December - 11am – 4pm Wilmslow Garden Centre, Manchester Rd, Wilmslow Tel: 01625 525909 www.klondyke.co.uk

Woodford Park Garden Centre Rocket the Reindeer 3D cinema and Grotto experience, various times (pre book) Chester Rd, Woodford, Stockport Tel: 0161 439 0745 www.notcutts.com

Railways and Waterways Anderton Boat Lift – River Weaver Santa Trips 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 - 24 December 10am -3pm (pre book) Lift Lane, Northwich Tel: 01606 789777 www.canalrivertrust.org.uk Churnet Valley Railway - Santa and Steam Specials 5 & 6, 9, 11 & 12, 16, 19 - 24 December Various times between 10am – 4pm (pre book) Kingsley and Froghall Station, Froghall, Tel: 01538 360522 www.churnet-valley-railway.co.uk East Lancs Railway -Santa Specials 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 - 24 December Visit Santa’s Grotto at Bury Station, & take festive train ride Various times (pre book) Bolton Street Station, Bury Tel: 0161 764 7790 www.eastlancsrailway.co.uk Foxfield Railway - Santa Specials 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19, 20, 23 & 24 Dec 11am, 12.30, 2 & 3.30pm (24th – 10.30am, 12 & 1.30pm) (pre book) Caverswall Road Station, Blythe Bridge, Stoke on Trent Tel: 01782 396210 www.foxfieldrailway.co.uk National Waterways Museum – Santa River Cruises 12 & 13, 19 - 24 December Various times (pre book) South Pier Rd, Ellesmere Port Tel: 0151 355 5017 www.nwm.org.uk Peak Rail - Santa Specials 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 - 24 December 10.45am, 12.18, 1.51 & 3.24pm (pre book) Rowsley South Station, Derbyshire Tel: 01629 580381 www.peakrail.co.uk

Houses, Gardens and Parks Blakemere’s Christmas Woodland A family adventure in their enchanted forest Blakemere Village, Chester Rd, Sandiway, Tel:01606 883261 www.visitblakemere.co.uk Biddulph Grange Garden Visit Santa in his Christmas cottage Biddulph Grange, Grange Rd, Biddulph Tel: 01782 517999 www.nationaltrust.org.uk Delamere Forest 5 & 6, 12 & 13 December The forest is open for Christmas tree sales (28 Nov -16 Dec), with Santa’s grotto & the Gruffalo’s Orienteering Trail Santa’s Grotto 9am – 5pm (last admission 3pm) Delamere Forest, Linmere, Northwich Tel: 01606 882161 www.forestry.gov.uk Dunham Massey 19 & 20 December 12 - 3.45pm (timed tickets collect token) Dunham Massey, Altrincham Tel: 0161 941 1025 www.nationaltrust.org Lyme Park 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20 December Various times between 11am – 4pm (pre book) Lyme Park, Disley, Stockport Tel: 01633 762023 www.nationaltrust.org Quarry Bank Mill 5 & 6, 12 & 13 December 11am – 3pm Quarry Bank Mill, Styal Tel: 01625 527468 www.nationaltrust.org.uk Stockley Farm 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20 December Plenty of festive fun on the farm to be had in Santa’s Exciting Elf Adventure Stockley Farm Park, Arley, Nr Northwich Tel: 01565 777323 www.stockleyfarm.co.uk Tatton Park Farm 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20 December Meet Father Christmas, his elves, reindeer and their farmyard friends, with story telling, play trail & den building 11am - 4pm (last entry 3pm) Tatton Park, Knutsford Tel: 01625 374400 www.tattonpark.org.uk

Trentham Estate Visit Santa in his Grotto weekends in December 10am – 12.30pm & 1 – 4pm The Trentham Estate, Stone Rd, Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent Tel: 01782 646644 www.trentham.co.uk Walton Hall and Gardens 12 & 13, 19 & 20 December See Santa in the Winter Wonderland Heritage Yard 10.30am – 4pm Walton Hall and Gardens, Walton Lea Rd, Higher Walton, Warrington Tel: 01925 262908 www.warrington.gov.uk

You can also see Santa at: Glebe Farm, Astbury Santa at the farm every weekend until Christmas (pre book) Peel Lane, Astbury Tel: 01260 273916 www.glebefarmastbury.co.uk Poole’s Cavern 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20, 23 & 24 December Visit Santa in his grotto 10am - 4pm (10.30am - 3pm on 24th) (pre book) Tel: 01298 26978 www.poolescavern.co.uk Trafford Centre Until 24 December Visit Santa’s Secret Workshop Grotto Barton Square, Trafford Centre www.bookfatherchristmas.co.uk/ intutrafford Christmas at Gulliver’s World Until 24 December Various events, dates & times Gullivers World, Warrington Tel: 01925 444888 www.gulliversfun.co.uk Nantwich Book Shop 5, 12, & 19 December High St, Nantwich Tel: 01270 611665 www.nantwichbookshop.co.uk Santa’s Snow Kingdom at the Chill Factore Throughout December 10.30am – 7pm (pre book) Chill Factore, Trafford Park Tel: 0161 749 2222 www.chillfactore. com Santa’s Breakfast Club at Crewe Lyceum 3, 5 & 6 December 9 & 10am, age 7 & under (pre book) Crewe Lyceum, Heath St, Crewe Tel: 01270 368242 www.crewelyceum.co.uk

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A Very Special Christmas Tree Festival The Parish of St John the Evangelist Church in Lostock Gralam is planning a very special Christmas Tree Festival this year to help raise much needed funds for local charity The Joshua Tree. The plan is to tell the story of The Selfish Giant, the much loved children’s tale by Oscar Wilde, who built a wall around his beautiful garden to keep children out. After the children stopped visiting it was always winter, the trees and flowers were so sad they lost their beauty and became covered in snow and frost, spring no longer came to the garden. Then one morning, a special child brought spring back, and the giant’s heart melted along with the snow. The plan for the festival is to tell the tale through decorated trees, flower displays and painted panels. The real trees will, viewed from the west of the church reflect the Giants winter garden in blues, silver and white. Viewed from the east of the church the trees will reflect the spring full of colour with hints of fruit and blossom. The specially painted panels again viewed from the west will be cold and wintery but viewed from the east will be colourful and bright. Graham Sheen is the warden of the church and the artist responsible for the panels. He explains further “there will be some surprises over the weekend, and hopefully a drawing competition centred on the story. This is an ambitious plan, but we really do hope it will be successful and raise a great deal of money for the Joshua Tree” The Joshua Tree charity supports Cheshire families living with the life-changing experience of childhood cancer. They offer support to the whole family to ensure that life remains as normal as possible during a very difficult time. They are raising funds to create a Support Centre and Holiday House for families to have much needed time together. The Christmas Tree Festival is on 12 & 13th December at The Parish of St John the Evangelist, Lostock Gralam. For more information about the Joshua Tree go to www.thejoshuatree.org.uk

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Altrincham & Hale MONDAY Aquababies swimming, Aquababies centre, Attenburys lane,Timperley (am+pm). (0161) 973 1931 Musical Monkeys,Timperley Methodist Church, Stockport Rd,Timperley (am). Karen (0161) 976 5176 Jo Jingles,Timperley Library, Stockport Rd (am). Jacqui (01925) 269136 All Saints Church Toddler Group, Hale Rd, Hale Barns, 10-11.30am. Sophie (0161) 903 9231 The Avenue Play Group, Avenue Church, Wincham Road, Sale, 9.15-11.45am. (0161) 973 1832 Rhythm and Rhyme, St Anne’s Church Hall, Sale (am). Melanie (0161) 860 0911 Bowdon Toddler Group, Methodist Chapel, Priory St, Bowdon, 9.30-11.30am. Carol (0161) 928 1257 Little Superstars Sports Club, Lilac Road Scout Hut, Hale (am+pm). Louise 07904 311552 Tumble Tots, Altrincham URC, Woodlands Parkway,Timperley, (am+pm). Jane 07812 144450 Rhythm Time, St Pauls Church Hall, Springfield Rd, Sale, (am). Laura 07464 483272 Tiny Teds, Altrincham Leisure Centre, Oakfield Rd, Altrincham (am). Beth (0161) 926 3255 Water Babies swimming, Marriot Hotel, Hale Rd, Hale Barns (am). (0161) 312 0048 Mums & Babes, St Peter’s House, Ashley Rd, Hale, 10.15am-12pm. Nikki 07799 434986 Jacappella Music,Devonshire Rd Evangelical Church, Altrincham, (am). Nicolette 07443 434586, Jacappella Music,The Avenue, Wincham Road, Sale, (pm). Nicolette 07443 434586, Little Amigos Spanish Class, Antz in Your Pants,Timperley, (am). Nicola 07999 958505 Raglan Road Toddler Group,The Scout Hut, Raglan Rd, Walton Park, Sale, 1-2.30pm (term time only). Helen 07867 534152 Buggyfit, John Leigh Park, Altrincham (pm). Emma 07971 596529 Caterpillar Music, St Hugh of Lincoln Church Hall, St Hughes Close, West Timperley, (am). Jan (01925) 860459 Pram Push & Toddler Waddle (Trafford NCT),The Stables, Dunham Massey, 10.30am (1st Mon of month) Breathing Space Baby Yoga, InHale Yoga Studio, Cecil Rd, Hale (am). Sarah 07977 093373 Water Babies Swimming, Pictor School, Grove Lane,Timperley, (am). (0161) 312 0048 TUESDAY Rhythm Time, Altrincham Methodist Church, Barrington Rd, (am). Laura 07464 483272 Aquababies swimming, Aquababies centre, Attenburys lane,Timperley (am+pm). (0161) 973 1931 Caterpillar Music, Bowdon Jubilee Centre,The Firs (am). Jan (01925) 860459 Rhythm and Rhyme,The Community Centre, Park Road,Timperley (am). Melanie (0161) 860 0911 ABC Toddler Group,The Hub, Pownall Rd, Altrincham, 10am-12pm. Paula (0161) 941 2018 Aquababies swimming,Timperley (am + pm). (0161) 973 1931 The Avenue Play Group, Avenue Church, Wincham Road, Sale, 9.15-11.45am. (0161) 973 1832 Caterpillars, St Mary Magdalene Church Centre, Moss Lane, Sale, 1.30-3pm. (0161) 291 9283 Little Superstars Multi Sports, All Saints Church Hall, Hale Road, Hale Barns, (am). Louise 07904 311552 Musical Monkeys, St Martin’s Church Hall, Church Lane, Sale, (am). Karen (0161) 976 5176 Baby & Toddler Ice Skating, Silver Blades Ice Rink, Altrincham, (am). 08700 852929 Tiny Teds, Altrincham Leisure Centre, Oakfield Rd, Altrincham (am). Beth (0161) 926 3255 Parent & Toddler Ice Skating, Silverblades Ice Rink, Altrincham, (term time only), (pm). 08700 85 29 29 Storytime, Hale Library, Leigh Rd, Hale, 2pm. (0161) 912 5966 Baby Swimming, South Manchester Swim School, Bowden Hotel, Langham Rd, Bowdon (pm). Moira 07817 655042 Jacapella Music,The Broomwood Centre,Timperley, (am). Nicolette 07443 434586 Jacapella Music,The Avenue Methodist Church, Sale, (am). Nicolette 07443 434586 Baby Sensory, Sale Rugby Club, Haywood Rd, Sale (am+pm). Kerry 07841 126945 Puddle Ducks Swimming, Sports Direct, Washway Rd, Sale, (pm). 01744 410080 Breathing Space Post Natal Yoga (with baby), InHale Yoga Studio, Cecil Rd, Hale (am). Sarah 07977 093373 WEDNESDAY Aquababies swimming, Aquababies centre, Attenburys lane,Timperley (am+pm). (0161) 973 1931 Tumble Tots, Altrincham U.R. Church, Cecil Road, Hale (am+pm). Jane 07812 144450 Musical Monkeys, St Martin’s Church Hall, Church Lane, Sale (am). Karen (0161) 976 5176 ABC Toddler Group,The Hub, Pownall Rd, Altrincham, 10am-12pm. Paula (0161) 941 2018 Tiny Teds, Altrincham Leisure Centre, Oakfield Rd, Altrincham (am). Beth (0161) 926 3255 Little Superstars Sports Club, Lilac Road Scout Hut, Hale, (am). Louise 07904 311552 St Hugh’s Toddler Group, Manchester Rd,Timperley, Altrincham, 9.30-11.30am (term time only). \ Catherine (0161) 904 9953 Baby Massage,The Hub, Pownall Rd, Altrincham, (am) (must pre book). Katie 07905 694623 The Avenue Play Group, Avenue Church, Wincham Road, Sale, 9.15-11.45am. (0161) 973 1832 Rhythm Time, St Paul’s Church Hall, Springfield Rd, Sale, (am). Laura 07464 483272 Little Hands, Altrincham Islamic Cultural Centre, Grove Lane, Hale (term time only). Jittabugs Move & Grove, Waterside Arts Centre, Sale, (am+pm). Angela 07756 508936 Pre-school Ballet, St George’s Old Hall, Church St, Altrincham, (pm). Laura 07986 140273 Music with Mummy, St Marys Church Centre, Moss Lane, Sale, (am). Andrea 07929 868507 Baby Sensory, Bowdon Rugby Club, Clay Lane, Altrincham, (am). Kerry 07841 126945 Rhythm Time,The Vine, Methodist Church, Hale Rd, Hale, (am) (term time only). Jane (01270) 529224 Water Babies Swimming, Marriot Hotel, Hale Rd, Hale Barns, (am). (0161) 312 0048 Puddle Ducks Swimming, LA Fitness, Whitehall Rd, Brooklands(am). 01477 410080 THURSDAY Jo Jingles, St Peter’s Assembly Rooms, Cecil Rd, Hale (am). Jacqui (01925) 269136 Aquababies swimming, Aquababies centre, Attenburys lane,Timperley (am+pm). (0161) 973 1931 Tumble Tots, Avenue Methodist Church, Winchcorn Road, Sale. Jane (0161) 499 3699 TinyTalk Baby Signing, Altrincham U.R. Church, Woodlands Parkway (am & pm). Andrea (0161) 980 3662 Baby Ballet & Tap, Lyburn Hall, Brook Close,Timperley (pm). Lesley (0161) 483 1331 ABC Toddler Group, The Hub, Pownall Rd, Altrincham, 10am-12pm. Paula (0161) 941 2018 Timperley Parish Toddler Group, Broomwood Primary School, Mainwood Rd,Timperley 9.45am & 1.15pm. Pauline (0161) 980 3795 Parent & Toddler Ice Skating, Silverblades Ice Rink, Altrincham, (term time only), (am). 08700 85 29 29 The Avenue Play Group, Avenue Church, Wincham Road, Sale, 9.15-11.45am. (0161) 973 1832 Rhythm Time, St Alban Church, Linsell, West Timperley, (am) (term time only). Jane (01270) 529224 Little Superstars Multi Sports, St Peter’s Assembly Rooms, Cecil Rd, Hale (am). Louise 07904 311552 Pyjama Drama, Hale Library, Leigh Rd, Hale, (am). Emma 0844 504 5201 Tiny Teds, Altrincham Leisure Centre, Oakfield Rd, Altrincham (am). Jackie (0161) 926 3255 Buggyfit, John Leigh Park, Altrincham (am). Emma 07971 596529 Water Babies swimming, Marriot Hotel, Hale Rd, Hale Barns, (am+pm). (0161) 312 0048 Tennis Tykes, Bowdon Parish Centre, Bowdon, (am) (term time only). Caroline 07843 342662 Music with Mummy, Larkhill Centre,Timperley, (am). Andrea 07929 868507 Baby Sign and Play, Life Centre, Sale, (am). Karen 07765 080350 Puddle Ducks Swimming, Sports Direct, Washway Rd, Sale, (pm). 01744 410080

FRIDAY Aquababies swimming, Aquababies centre, Attenburys lane,Timperley (am+pm). (0161) 973 1931 The Avenue Play Group, Avenue Church, Wincham Road, Sale, 9.15 - 11.45am. (0161) 973 1832 Toddler Group, Woodlands U.R. Church, Woodlands Parkway,Timperley, 1-3pm. Sue (0161) 928 4148 Pre-school Ballet, Altrincham URC, Cecil Rd, (pm) (call first for availability). Andrea 07522 013039 Musical Monkeys,Timperley Methodist Church, Stockport Rd,Timperley (am). Karen (0161) 976 5176 Rhythm Time, Altrincham Methodist Church, Barrington Rd, Altrincham, (am). Laura 07464 483272 The Avenue Play Group, Avenue Church, Wincham Road, Sale, 9.15-11.45am. (0161) 973 1832 Jitterbugs Move and Grove, Waterside Arts Centre, Sale, (am). Angela 07756 508936 Music with Mummy, Bowdon Parish Centre, Stamford Rd, Bowdon, (am). Andrea 07929 868507 Tiny Teds, Altrincham Leisure Centre, Oakfield Rd, Altrincham (am). Jackie (0161) 926 3255 Little Superstars Multi Sports, Lilac Road Scout Hut, Lilac Rd, Hale (pm). Louise 07904 311552 Baby Swimming, Mercure Bowdon Hotel, Langham Rd, Bowdon, (pm). Moira 07817 655042 Mini Arts Club, Parsley Pie, Hale, (am). Jenny 0161 904 9444 Jacappella Music, Devonshire Rd Evangelical Church, Altrincham, (am). Nicolette 07443 434586, Baby & Toddler Drop in,The Hub, Pownall Rd, Altrincham, 10.30-12pm. Paula (0161) 941 2018 Water Babies Swimming, Pictor School, Grove Lane,Timperley, (0161) 312 0048 Puddle Ducks Swimming, LA Fitness, Whitehall Rd, Brooklands(am). 01477 410080 Buggyfit, John Leigh Park, Altrincham (am). Emma 07971 596529 Also see local Children’s Centre including Altrincham (0161) 912 5821

Appleton, Appleton Thorn, Grappenhall Heys, Stretton & Antrobus MONDAY Mini Monica’s, St Monica’s RC School, St Monica’s Close, Appleton, 9-10am (term time only) (spaces limited please call ahead). (01925) 267609 Little Angels Swimming, Beechwood Community Centre, Beechwood Ave, Runcorn, (am+pm). Linda 07912 623514 Puddle Ducks Swimming, DW Warrington, Bank St, Warrington (am). (01477) 410080 TUESDAY Appleton Thorn Parents & Tots, Appleton Thorn Village Hall, Stretton Rd, Appleton Thorn, 9.30-11.30am Bridgetots Parent/Carer & Toddler Group, Hillcliffe Baptist Church, Red Lane, Appleton, 9.30-11.30am & 1-2.30pm Moira (01925) 860630 Sutton School of Dance, Antrobus Village Hall, Antrobus (pm). Debbie (01606) 891089 Praise & Play, St Cross Church, Appleton Thorn, 2pm (alternate Tues, term time only). Elaine (01925) 730276 Puddle Ducks Swimming, Beechwood Community Pool, Beechwood Ave, Runcorn, (am). (01477) 410080 WEDNESDAY Grappenhall Heys Community School Toddler Group, Grappenhall Heys Childrens Centre, Grappenhall Heys School, Stansfield Drive, 9.15-11.15am (term time only). Christine (01925) 210950 Caterpillar Music, Appleton Parish Hall, Dudlow Green Road, Appleton (am). Jan (01925) 860459 Little Sunbeams, St Mary Magdalene’s Church, Dingle Way, Appleton, 9-11am (term time only). Michael 07891 978920 Buggyfit, Pewterspear Green Rd, Appleton, (am). Emma 07971 596529 THURSDAY Bridgetots Parent/Carer & Toddler Group, Hillcliffe Baptist Church, Red Lane, Appleton, 9.30-11.30am. Moira (01925) 860630 Parent & Toddler Group, Antrobus Village Hall, Antrobus, (term time only) 9.30-11.30am. (01606) 892323 Baby Sensory, St John’s United Reform Church Wilderspool Causeway, (pm). Laura (01925) 823303 Little Angels Swimming, Beechwood Community Centre, Beechwood Ave, Runcorn, (am+pm). Linda 07912 623514 Rucks of Fun (musical merriment), Whitley Village Hall, (pm). Cheryl 07854 710304 FRIDAY Apple Tots, Appleton Parish Hall, Dudlow Green Road, Appleton, 10-11.30am (term time only). (01925) 268153 Praise & Play, St Matthews Church, Stretton, 2pm (alternate Fridays- term time only). Elaine (01925) 730276 Puddle Ducks Swimming, DW Warrington, Bank St, Warrington (am). (01477) 410080 Whitley Mums & Tots, Whitley Village Hall, Whitley, 9.30-11.30am. Derry 07973 281124 See also Cygnets Childrenís Centre, Wood Lane, Appleton (01925) 264927

Cheadle, Cheadle Hulme, Gatley & Heald Green MONDAY Toddler Group, Grove Lane Baptist Church, Pingate Lane South, Cheadle Hulme, 9.15-11.45am. Sandy (0161) 485 2354 Mini Movers, Cheadle Activity Centre, Brook Rd (am). Jane (0161) 474 4471 Rhythm Time, Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church, Ramilies Ave, Cheadle Hulme, (am). Frances (01270) 884583 Baby Splash, Cheadle Pools, Shiers Drive, off Cheadle Road, Cheadle, 9.15-9.45am. (0161) 428 3216 Mums & Toddlers,Trinty Church Hall, Cheadle, 9.30-11.30am. Jean (0161) 428 7815 or Brenda (0161) 491 1164 French & Spanish Classes, Cheadle Village Hall, Brook St, Cheadle, (pm). Sophie 07811 674065 Baby Sensory, All Hallows Church Lounge, Councillor Lane, Cheadle, (am+pm). Natalie 07852 207510 Rhythm Time, Fun Time Kids, Unit 7, Brookfield Industrial Estate, Cheadle, (pm). Kim (01625) 533510 Mummy & Me (dance aged 2yrs), St Andrews Church Hall, Cheadle Hulme, (am). Sophie 07799 750575 Rhythmic Rascles (dance aged 3yrs), St Andrews Church Hall, Cheadle Hulme, (am+pm). Sophie 07799 750575 TUESDAY Beginners Ballet,Trinity Church, Cheadle, (am) Hazel (0161) 225 3762 Tumble Tots, Emmanuel Church, Etchells Rd (am & pm). Sue 07851 268083 Pat-a-Cake Parents & Toddlers Group, Bethany Community Church, Church Rd, Gatley, 10am-12pm (call first). Hazel (0161) 485 5643. Acorns, St. Cuthberts Church, Cuthbert Road, Cheadle, 10-11.30am. Clare (0161) 610 2570

If you would like a listing here, email: lists.littletigers@googlemail.com Ballet and Tap, Cheadle Village Hall, Brook Rd, Cheadle (pm). Lesley (0161) 483 1331 Pre school swimming, Cheadle Pools, Shiers Drive, off Cheadle Road, Cheadle, 12-12.30pm. (0161) 428 3216 Toddler Time, Cheadle & Gatley Children’s Centre, Meadowbank Primary School, Councillor Lane, Cheadle, 9.30-10.30am (call to book limited places). (0161) 217 6028 Baby Time, Cheadle & Gatley Children’s Centre, Meadowbank Primary School, Councillor Lane, Cheadle, 1-3pm (call to book limited places). (0161) 217 6028 Toddler Group, Grove Lane Baptist Church, Pingate Lane South, Cheadle Hulme, 9.15-11.45am. Sandy (0161) 485 2354 Music Bugs, Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church, Ramilies Ave, Cheadle (am). Stacey 0844 822 1175 Catterpillar Music, Cheadle Library, Ashfield Rd, Cheadle, (am). Jan (01925) 860569 WEDNESDAY Rhythm and Rhyme, Cheadle Library, Ashfield Rd (am). Melanie (0161) 860 0911 Mothers & Toddlers, Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church, Ramilies Ave, 10.45am-12pm. (0161) 485 1605 Toddler Group, Grove Lane Baptist Church, Pingate Lane South, 9.15-11.45am. Sandy (0161) 485 2354 Mustard Seed, the Upper Room, Cheadle, 10am-12pm (term time only). mustardseed@cheadle.org.uk Pre school swimming, Cheadle Pools, Shiers Drive, off Cheadle Road, Cheadle, 10.15-10.45am. (0161) 428 3216 Thingybobs, Cheadle Village Hall, Brooks Drive, Cheadle, (pm). Louise (0161) 442 9700 Rhythm Time, St Catherines Church, Outwood Rd, Heald Green, (am). Kim (01625) 533510 Jo Jingles, Cheadle Hulme Children’s Centre, Cheadle Hulme Library, Mellor Rd, Cheadle Hulme, (pm). Laura (0161) 431 0674 Fitbackandbumps, Cheshire Health & Fitness, (am). Simone (0161) 439 1631 THURSDAY Toddle-In Group, St. Catherine’s Church, Outward Road, Heald Green, 10-11.30am. (0161) 437 3685 St. Phillips Parent & Toddler Group, Boundary Road, Cheadle, 1-2.35pm.Tony (0161) 428 2402 Billy Bear Club, U.R. Church, Elm Road, Gatley, 9.30-11.30am (term time). Isobel (0161) 428 5495 Pre school swimming, Cheadle Pools, Shiers Drive, off Cheadle Road, Cheadle, 12-12.30pm. (0161) 428 3216 Love Mum - Mum’s & Tots, Cheadle Village Hall, Brook Rd, Cheadle, 10-11.30am. (0161) 273 2168 La Jolie Ronde, Cheadle Library, Ashfield Road, Cheadle, (pm) (term time only). Ellen (0161) 477 5195 French clasess, Cheadle Village Hall, Cheadle, (pm). Sophie 07811 674065 CookieTots,The Govenors House, Cheadle Hulme, (am). Mandy 07411 560011 Music Bugs, Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church, Ramilies Ave, Cheadle (am). Stacey 0844 822 1175 Baby Sensory, Manchester RC, Grove Lane, Cheadle Hulme, (am). Natalie 07852 207510 FRIDAY Beginners Ballet,Trinity Church, Cheadle, (am) Hazel (0161) 2253762 Baby Ballet, Cheadle Village Hall, Brook Road (am). Lesley (0161) 483 1331 Little Pilgrims Parent & Toddler Group, St. James Church Hall, off Church Road, Gatley, 9.30-11.30am (term time). Sharon 07790 092225 Jo Jingles, Cheadle Library, Ashfield Rd, Cheadle, (am). Laura (0161) 431 0674 Jabberjacks, Fun Time Kids, Brookfield Ind Estate, Cheadle, (am).(0161) 376 5035 Mummy & Me (dance aged 2yrs), St Andrews Church Hall, Cheadle Hulme, (am). Sophie 07799 750575 Also see local Children’s Centres including Cheadle & Gatley Children’s Centre, Meadow Bank Primary School, Cheadle (0161) 217 6028

Congleton MONDAY Mow Cop Carers and Toddler Group, Primitve Methodist Church, Primitive St, Mow Cop, 9-11.30am. Amanda 07526 122323 Tumble Tots, Astbury Village Hall, Dodds Lane, Astbury, (am & pm). Ann 07810 513845 Tots Club, Wacky Warehouse, Heath Farm, 9.30am-3pm (term time only). (01260) 273575 Rhythm Time, Rubys Fund Sensory Centre, Roe st, Congleton (am). Frances (01270) 884583 My Baby Time, New Life Church, Danesford Community Centre, West Road, Congleton (term time only) (am). Charlotte 07590 025253 Cross Street Parent & Toddler Group, Cross Street Church, 1.30-3pm (term time only). Andrew (01260) 273635 Stay and Play, Congleton Leisure Centre, Worrall St, Congleton, 1.30-3pm. (01260) 371061 Musical Moments, New Life Church, Congleton, (pm). Beckie 07821 489656 TUESDAY Black Firs Toddler Group, Black Firs Primary School, Longdown Rd, Congleton, 10-11.15am (term time only). Jen (01260) 272935 Little Angels, New Life Church, Danesford Community Centre, West Rd, Congleton, 12.30-2.45pm. Pauline (01260) 297961 Tots Club, Wacky Warehouse, Heath Farm, 9.30am-3pm (term time only). (01260) 273575 Story Time Under 5’s, Congleton Library, Market Square, Congleton 10.30-11am. (01260) 375550 Parent & Babe Swim, Congleton Leisure Centre, Worrall St, Congleton, 10-11am. (01260) 387716 Rugby Tots, Mossley Village Hall, Leek Rd, Congleton, (am). Alick 0845 313 6720 Tiny Talk Baby Signing, Rubys Fund Sensory Centre, Roe St (off Bromley Rd), Congleton, (am). Liz 07815 106693 WEDNESDAY Mow Cop Carers and Toddler Group, Primitve Methodist Church Primitive St, Mow Cop, 9-11.30am. Amanda 07526 122323 Parent and Toddler Group, United Reform Church Hall, Antrobus St, Congleton, 10-11.30am (term time only). Vicki (01260) 274969 Baby Bumbles, Parent & Toddler Group, Buglawton Primary School, Congleton, 1-2.45pm. Katherine (01260) 387070 Astbury Toddler Group, Astbury Village Hall, Congleton, 1-3pm. Tots Club, Wacky Warehouse, Heath Farm, 9.30am-3pm (term time only). (01260) 273575 THURSDAY Black Firs Toddler Group, Black Firs Primary School, Longdown Rd, Congleton, 10-11.15am (term time only). Jen (01260) 272935 Marton Parent & Toddler Goup, Nursery Building, School, Marton, 2-3.13pm. (01260) 224482 New Life Baby & Toddler Group, New Life Church, Danesford Community Centre, West Rd, Congleton, 12.30-2.45pm. Pauline (01260) 297961 Rhymetime Under 5’s, Congleton Library, Market Square, Congleton, 10.30-11am. (01260) 375550 Tots Club, Wacky Warehouse, Heath Farm, 9.30am-3pm (term time only). (01260) 273575 My Little Piccasso, Astbury Village Hall, Peel Lane, Congleton, (am). Jennifer 07530 021802 Little Stars for children with additional needs, Congleton & Holmes Chapel Children’s Centre, New St, Congleton, 1.30-3pm. (01260) 371061

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FRIDAY Baby Bumbles, Parent & Toddler Group, Buglawton Primary School, Congleton, 1.15-3pm. Katherine (01260) 387070 Havannah Toddler Group, Havannah Community School, Malhamdale Rd, Congleton, 9.30-11.30am. (01260) 387060 Tots Club, Wacky Warehouse, Heath Farm, 9.30am-3pm (term time only). (01260) 273575 Musical Moments Early Years Classes, Astbury Village Hall, Congleton, (am). Beckie 07821 489656 Also see local Children’s Centre including Congleton & Holmes Chapel Children’s Centre, New St, Congleton (01260) 371061

Culcheth MONDAY Tumbletots, Newchurch Parish Hall, Common Lane, Culcheth (am). Carolyn 07845 544873 Jo Jo’s Music, Culcheth Village Club, Wigshaw Lane, Culcheth, (am). Jo 07803 205657 Ladies with Babies, Forget-me-not Toy shop, Common Lane, Culcheth, 1pm. Naomi (01925) 765187 Little Mucky Monkeys, Winwick Leisure Centre, Myddleton Lane, Winwick (am). Nicola (01925) 827523 Beginner Ballet, Culcheth Village Club, Wigshaw Lane, Culcheth, (pm). Rachel 07891 765427 TUESDAY Tumbletots, Newchurch Parish Hall, Common Lane, Culcheth (am). Carolyn 07845 544873 Tuesday Tots, Culcheth Methodist Church Hall, Ellesmere Rd, Culcheth, 10-11.20am (term time only). Story Time, Culcheth Library, Warrington Rd, Culcheth, 10am. (01925) 763293 All Kinds of Play, Culcheth High School, Warrington Rd, Culcheth, 10-11.30am. (01925) 852910 Children’s story time, Bents Garden Centre, Fresh Approach Resturant, Warrington Rd, Glazebury, 9.3010.30am. (01942) 266300 WEDNESDAY Toddler Sense, Newchurch Parish Hall, Common Lane, Culcheth, (am). Nadine 07825 150005 Rugby Tots, Culcheth Sports Club, Charnock Rd, Culcheth (am). (0845) 313 3255 Glazebury Tots, Glazebury Methodist Church, Warrington Rd, Glazebury, 9.30-11am. Haylee 07917 786664 Jo Jo’s Music, Culcheth Village Club, Wigshaw Lane, Culcheth, (am). Jo 07803 205657 Art & Craft Session, Forget-me-not Toys, Commen Lane, Culcheth, (pm). (01925) 765187 NCT Bumps & Babes, Forget-me-not Cafe, Culcheth, 10.30am (term time only) THURSDAY Glazebury Tots, Glazebury Methodist Church, Warrington Rd, Glazebury, 1.30-3pm. Haylee 07917 786664 Pre-school ballet, Palms School of Dance, Glazebury Methodist Church, Warrington Rd, Glazebury, (pm). Jenny 07939 614406 Bumps & Baby Morning, The Jungle, Chetham Court, Winwick Quay, (am). (0845) 324 9995 Tiny Tennis,The Village Hall, Wigshaw Lane, Culcheth, (am). Steve 07976 226392 NCT Bumps & babes, Forget-Me-Not Toys, Common Lane, Culcheth, 10.30am (term time only). Naomi (01925) 765187 Baby Ballet, Hayward Dance Academy, Milner St, Culcheth, (am). Rachel 07891 765427 FRIDAY Jo Jo’s Music, Culcheth Village Club, Wigshaw Lane, Culcheth, (am). Jo 07803 205657 Storytime, Forget-me-not toy shop, Common Lane, Culcheth, 10am. Naomi (01925) 765187 Winwick Toddler Group, Winwick Leisure Centre, Myddleton Lane, Winwick, 9-11.30am. Cath 07817 187198 Also see local Children’s Centres including Woodland’s Children’s Centre, Admirals Rd, Birchwood, (01925)85291

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Frodsham & Helsby MONDAY Tiny Talk baby signing, Frodsham Community Centre, Fluin Lane, Frodsham (am&pm). Claire 07771 747755 Topsy Tumbles, Frodsham Leisure Centre, Princeway, (9.30-11.15am). (01928) 733953 Messy Mice, Frodsham Methodist Church, Kingsley Rd, 10-11.30am, (1st & 3rd Mon of month). Andrea 07749 877823 Muddles, Helsby Methodist Church, Chester Rd, Helsby, 10am-12pm, (term time only). Cath (01928) 727217 TUESDAY Tiny Tennis, Frodsham Leisure Centre, Princeway, (am). Steve, 07976 226392 Rhyme Time, Storytime, Under 5’s, Frodsham Library, Rock Chapel, High Street, Frodsham, 2.15-2.45pm (term time only). Jenny (01928) 723775 Topsy Tumbles, Frodsham Leisure Centre, Princeway, 9.30-11.15am. (01928) 733953 Jo Jingles, Frodsham Methodist Church, Kingsley Road, (am). Eve (01928) 739966 Rucks of Fun (musical merriment), Kingsley Primary School, Middle Lane, Kingsley, (pm). Cheryl 07854 710304 WEDNESDAY Rhythm Time, Frodsham Parish Hall, Church Street, Frodsham, (am)(term time only). (01270) 529224 THURSDAY Toddler Group, Frodsham Methodist Church, Kingsley Rd, 9-11.30am. Andrea 07749 877823 Muddles, Helsby Methodist Church, Chester Road, Helsby, 9.30-11.30am, (term time only). Cath (01928) 727217 Mice, Helsby Methodist Church, Chester Road, Helsby, 11.30-12pm, (term time only). Cath (01928) 727217 FRIDAY Messy Church, Frodsham Methodist Church, Kingsley Rd, 5.15-7pm, (3rd Friday of each month). Andrea 07749 877823 Little Overton’s Parent & Toddler Group, Frodsham CofE Primary School, School Lane, Frodsham, 9.1511.15am. 07565 713994 Treemendous Tots, Newpool Wood, Figerpost Lane, Norley, 10.30-12pm. Debbie 07786 847824 Also see local Children’s Centre - Frodsham Children’s Centre, Ship St, Frodsham (01244)976210

Grappenhall & Thelwall MONDAY Little Superstars Football, Grappenhall Community Centre, Bellhouse Lane, Grappenhall. Louise 07904 311552 Pyjama Drama, Play Central, Bridge Shopping Centre, Knutsford Road, Latchford, (am). Julianne 0844 272 6590 Jo Jingles, Woolstone Leisure Centre, Woolston, (am). Helen (01744) 454000 Grappenhall Tots, Grappenhall Community Centre, Bell House Lane 10.00 - 12.00pm, Michelle 07773 852609. (term time only) TinyTalk baby signing, St Wilfrid’s Parish Centre, Church Lane, Grappenhall, (am). Claire 07967 281583 TUESDAY Tiny Tugs, Quay’s Community Centre,Thelwall New Road, Grappenhall, 10-11.30am (term time only). Janet (01925) 497580 Tiddly Winks Parent & Toddler Group, Latchford Baptist Church, Loushers Lane, Latchford, 10-11.30am (term time only). (01925) 354545 Legends Dance Academy (Street & Hip Hop), Latchford Community Hub, Lindley Ave, Latchford, (term time only), (pm). Rachael 07590 988114 Baby Massage (6 wks - 6 mnths), Play Central, Bridge Shopping Centre, Knutsford Road, Latchford,(am). Vicky (01925) 638313 Messy & Sensory Play, Play Central, Bridge Shopping Centre, Knutsford Road, Latchford,(pm). Vicky (01925) 638313 WEDNESDAY Stay & Play, St Wilfrids C of E Primary School, Grappenhall, 1.45-2.45pm (not weekly so call to check dates). (01925) 262721 Pre School Praise, St Wilfrids Church, Grappenhall, 2-3.15pm (1st & 3rd Wed of Month). Mrs Hunter (01925) 604955 Grappenhall Toddlers, Grappenhall Community Centre, Bellhouse Lane, Grappenhall, 9.30-11.30am (term time only). Laura 07885 203937 Boogie Babies (18mths+), Play Central, Bridge Shopping Centre, Knutsford Rd, Latchford, (am). Vicky (01925) 638313 Toddler Group,The Large Room, Church Lane, Grappenhall (opp Parr Arms), 9.30-11.30am. Janet 01925 212398 THURSDAY Caterpillar Music, Grappenhall and Thelwall Royal British Legion, Stockport Rd,Thelwall, (am). Jan (01925) 860459 Music, Rhyme & Story Time, Play Central, Bridge Shopping Centre, Knutsford Road, Latchford,(am). Vicky (01925) 638313 FRIDAY Baby Moves, Woolston Hub, Butterflies Childrens Centre, (am). Gillian 07717 313064 Also see local Children’s Centre including Westy Children’s Centre Latchford (01925) 570870

Hartford, Cuddington & Sandiway MONDAY St John’s Sandiway Toddler Group, St John’s Church Hall, Norley Road, 10-11.45am (term time only). Nicola 07715 105038 Jo Jingles, Hartford Methodist Church Hall, Beech Road (am). Eve (01928) 739966 Rhythm Time, Hartford Village Hall, Chester Rd, Hartford, (am). Frances (01270) 884583 Diddi Dance, St John’s Church Centre, School Lane, Hartford, (am). Emma 07792 500981 TUESDAY Tiny Talk, Hartford Methodist Church Hall, Beach Road (am). Jenny (01606) 891338 Farm Tots, Riverside Organic, Shipbrook Hill Farm, Whatcroft, Northwich, 10-11.30am (term time only). Maria (01606) 46258

TinyTalk baby singing & signing & TinyTalk Toddlers, Hartford Methodist Church Hall, Beach Rd, Hartford, (am). Jenny (01606) 891338 U5’s Rhyme Time, Sandiway Library, Mere Lane, Cuddington, 11-11.30am. (01606) 888065 Jo Jingles Barnaby’s Playbarn, Blakmere Craft Centre, Chester Rd, Sandiway, (am). Eve (01928) 739966 Kinder Swim, Delemere Forest Pool, Blakemere Lane, Oakmere, Delemere Forest, (pm). Kath 07907 263423 Melody Bear, early years dance & ballet, Cheshire Craft Workshop, Blakemere Craft Centre, Sandiway, (am). Louise 07970 223342 Breathing Space Baby Yoga, Hartford VIllage Hall, Hartford, (pm). Sarah 07977 093373 WEDNESDAY St John’s Sandiway Toddler Group, St John’s Church Hall, Norley Road, 10-11.45am (term time only). Carolyn 07731 588851 Jo Jingles, Barnaby’s Playbarn, Blakemere Craft Centre, Chester Road, Sandiway (am). Cheryl (01928) 739966 Tots & Tinies, St Johns Church Centre, School Lane, Hartford, 10-11.30am (term time). Teresa 07968 435392 Farm Tots, Riverside Organic, Shipbrook Hill Farm, Whatcroft, Northwich, 10-11.30am (term time only). Maria (01606) 46258 TinyTalk Baby Signing & Singing, Lostock Gralam Community Centre, Stubbs Lane, (am). Jenny (01606) 891338 Forest School, Delamere Forest, Linmere, Delamere, (am) (term time only). Helena (01606) 889792 Sutton School of Dance, British Legion, Main Rd, Moulton, (pm). Debbie (01606) 891089 Little Superstars, St John’s Parish Centre, Hartford, (am) Rebecca 07824 115223 Puddle Ducks Swimming, Delamere Forest School, Blakmere Lane, (am+pm). (01477) 410080 Breathing Space Baby Yoga, Hartford Village Hall, Hartford (pm). Sarah 07977 093373 Breathing Space PostnatalYoga with Baby, Hartford Village Hall, Hartford (am). Sarah 07977 093373 THURSDAY Little Lights, St John’s Church, Norley Rd, Sandiway, 10.30-11.30am (term time only). Jenni 07708 805281 Baby & Toddler Crafts, Cheshire Craft Workshop, Blakemere Craft Centre, Sandiway (pm) (term time only). Sarah (01606) 301269 Kinder Swim, Delemere Forest Pool, Blakemere Lane, Oakmere, Delemere Forest, (am). Kath 07907 263423 Puddle Ducks Swimming, Delamere Forest School, Blakmere Lane, (am). (01477) 410080 FRIDAY Sandiway Mums & Tots, Sandiway Primary School Hall, Weaverham Road, Northwich, 10-11.30am (term time). Mrs Forster (01606) 883298 Farm Tots, Riverside Organic, Shipbrook Hill Farm, Whatcroft, Northwich, 10-11.30am (term time only). Maria (01606) 46258 Jo Jingles, Barnaby’s Playbarn, Blakemere Craft Centre, Chester Road, Sandiway (pm). Cheryl (01928) 739966 Kinder Swim, Delemere Forest Pool, Blakemere Lane, Oakmere, Delemere Forest, (pm). Kath 07907 263423 Baby Yoga, Hartford Village Hall, Hartford, (pm). Jo 07850 580855 Coles Country Kids, Sandiway and Cuddington Scout Hall, 10-11.30am. Catherine 07977 597573 Diddi Dance, St John’s Church Centre, School Lane, Hartford, (pm). Emma 07792 500981 Puddle Ducks Swimming, Delamere Forest School, Blakmere Lane, (am). (01477) 410080 Also see local Children’s Centres including Hartford (01606) 271933

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Holmes Chapel, Knutsford & Goostrey MONDAY Caterpillar Music, Knutsford Civic Centre (pm). Jan (01925) 860459 Little Superstars Sports Club, Kids Allowed, Birkin Centre, Mobberley Rd, Knutsford (am+pm). Louise 07904 311552 Oasis Mothers & Toddlers, St John’s Church,Toft Rd, Knutsford, 10-11.30am. (01565) 755160 Bumps, Babes & Toddlers, Methodist Church Hall, Knutsford Rd, Holmes Chapel, 9.30-11am. Messy Church, Methodist Church Hall, Knutsford Rd, Holmes Chapel, (term time only), (01477) 537085 Mini Music, Goostrey Village Hall, Main Rd, Goostrey, 9am - 12pm. Kate (01477) 535688 Buggy Training Post Natal Fitness Classes, The Moor, Knutsford, (pm). Sam 07931 305993 Baby Massage & Yoga, Holmes Chapel Library, London Rd, Holmes Chapel, (am). 07590 025253 Little Superstars, Methodist Church Hall, Princess St, Knutsford, (am). Rebecca 07824 115223 Toddler Talk, Holmes Chapel Library, London Rd, Holmes Chapel (am). Liz 07815 106693 TUESDAY Tumble Tots, Kids Allowed, Mobberley, Knutsford (am & pm). Jane 07812 144450 Oasis Mothers & Toddlers, St. John’s Church,Toft Rd, Knutsford, 10-11.30am. Alison (01565) 755160 Mums & Toddlers, Plumley Village Hall, Plumley, 9.45-11.30am. Caroline 07854 626003 Waterbabies, Cottons Hotel, Manchester Rd, Knutsford, (pm). (01270) 781239 Baby Ballet, High Legh Village Hall, High Legh, (pm). Joanne 07732 819984 Baby Yoga, Planet Play, Stanley Rd, Knutsford, (am).Sarah 07977 093373 Dinky Drama, Pirates Paradise, Holmes Chapel (am). Emily 07412 608313 Little Superstars, Lach Dennis, (am). Rebecca 07824 115223 WEDNESDAY Rhythm Time, Knutsford Sports Club, Mereheath Lane, Knutsford, (am + pm). Frances (01270) 884583 Little Acorns Babes & Toddlers Group, High Legh Village Hall, High Legh, 10am-12pm. Call Jane (01925) 754186 Fuchsia School of Dance, Knutsford Methodist Church, Princess St, Knutsford, (pm) (term time only). 07792 284974 St Vincent’s Toddlers, St Vincent’s Parish Hall, George St, Knutsford, 10-11.30am. Sally 07854 310661 Chelford Toddler Group, Chelford Primary School, Chelford, 10-11.45am (term time only). (01625) 861710 Praise and Play, Methodist Church, Knutsford Rd, Homles Chapel, 9.30am Goostrey Playgroup, Goostrey Pavillion, Boothbed Lane, Goostrey. 1.30-3pm, Ruth 07834 772589 Baby Sensory,The Vic Club, Holmes Chapel, (am). Linda 07745 353836 Baby Massage Works, Knutsford (am) (please pre book). Katie 07973 540072 Parent & Toddler Group (babies welcome), Knutsford Methodist Church, Princess St, Knutsford, 10am12pm. Kim 07949 169804 THURSDAY TinyTalk Baby Signing & Singing, Knutsford Sports Club, Knutsford, (am). Jenny (01606) 891338 Music Tots, St. Cross Parish Church Rooms, Mobberley Rd, Knutsford, 10.15-11.30am. Ruth (01565) 631190 Oasis Mothers & Toddlers, St. John’s Church,Toft Rd, Knutsford, 10-11.30am. (01565) 755160 TinyTalk Toddlers, Knutsford Sports Club, Knutsford, (am). Jenny (01606) 891338 Parent & Toddler, Peover Superior Community School, Stocks Lane, Over Peover, 9.45-11.45am (term time only), Katie 07875 711756 Little Acorns Academy, multi-sensory educational play workshops, Civic Centre, Knutsford, (am+pm). Vicky 07789 718563 Rhyme Time for U5’s, Holmes Chapel Library, London Rd, Holmes Chapel, 11-11.30am (term time only). Ruth (01477) 021802 Little Acorns Children’s Gardening Club, Fryers Garden Centre, Manchester Rd, Knutsford, 10.3011.30am. (01565) 755455 Jo Jingles, Knutsford Methodist Church, Princess Street, Knutsford (pm) Eve (01928) 739966 Breastfeeding Support, Knutsford Community Hospital, Bexton Rd, Knutsford, 1 - 3pm (alt thurs). (01565) 757243 Puddle Ducks Swimming, The Manor House Hotel, Audley Rd, Alsager (am). (01477) 410080 FRIDAY Rhythm Time Music, Knutsford Sports Club, Mereheath Lane, Knutsford,(am+pm). Frances (01270) 884583 Rhyme Time (U5’s), Knutsford Library,Toft Rd, Knutsford, 11-11.30am (term time). (01565) 374873 Fuchsia School of Dance, Knutsford Methodist Church, Princess St, Knutsford,(pm) (term time only). 07792 284974 St Vincent’s Toddlers, St Vincent’s Parish Hall, George St, Knutsford. 10-11.30am (not 1st Friday in month). Eva (01565) 755030 Diddi Dance, Holmes Chapel Scout Hut, Parkway, Holmes Chapel, (pm). Emma 07792 500981 Rhythm Time, Holmes Chapel Methodist Church, Knutsford Rd, Holmes Chapel (am). Frances (01270) 884583 Puddle Ducks Swimming,The Manor House Hotel, Audley Rd, Alsager (am). (01477) 410080 Stretch-n-Grow, Homles Chapel Library, London Rd, Holmes Chapel, (am). (01477) 571802 Also see your local Children’s Centre - Knutsford (01625) 374904, Middlewich & Holmes Chapel (01606) 271983

Hoole and Upton MONDAY Kindermusik, Hoole United Rerformed Church, Hoole Rd, Hoole, (pm). Stephanie 07739 104147 All Saints Dinkies, All Saints Church Centre, Vicarage Rd, Hoole, 1-2.30pm (term time only)(pre-book). (01244) 322056 Excercise with Baby, Upton village Hall, Heath Rd, Upton, (pm). Jessi 07792 618716 All Saints Minis, All Saints Church Centre, Vicarage Road, Hoole. 10-11.30am. Helen (01244) 322056 Kindermusik Village, Hoole United Reformed Church, Hoole Road, Hoole, (pm) (0-18mths). Steph 07739 104147 Little Stars, Stardust Drama Workshop, Hoole United Reformed Church, Hoole, (pm). Steph 07739 104147 Musical Tots, Holy Ascention Church, Demage Lane, Upton, (am). 07896 614397 Tiger Tots, Upton Baptist Church, Flag Lane South, Upton. 10-11.30am. www.ubc.org.uk Soda Club, for dads, male carers and their children. Hoole Lighthouse Centre, Hoole (first Mon of month), 5.30-7pm. (01244) 312037 TUESDAY Parents/Carers, Babies & Toddlers, Hoole united Reform Church, Hoole Rd, 9.30-11.30am (term time only). Marie (01244) 303232 Kindermusik Our Time, Hoole United Reform Church, Hoole Rd, Hoole,(pm). Steph 07739 104147 Hoole URC Parent & Baby Group, United Reformed Church, Hoole Road, Hoole. 9.30-11.30am (term time only). Marie (01244) 303232 Sunshine Tots, Upton Holy Ascension Church, Demage Lane, Upton. 1.15-2.45pm. sunshinetots@yahoo.com

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Cheshire Asperger’s Parents Support Group (every 3rd Tuesday), Patrizio’s, 79 Weston Grove, Upton. (01928) 722384 WEDNESDAY Sparks, Hoole Baptist Church, Westminster Rd, Hoole, 9.45-11.30am. Ali (01244) 312037 Baby Sensory, Upton by Chester Village Hall, Upton, (am). Steph (0151) 6788560 Pre Primary Ballet, Hoole Community Centre, Hoole, (pm). Clare 07958 477386 Rhythm Time, Hamilton Street Methodist Church, Hoole, (am). Julia 07789 867589 THURSDAY Jo Jingles, All Saints Church Centre, Vicarage Rd, Hoole, (am). Cheryl 07713 565486 Messy Church, All Saints Church Centre, Vicarage Rd, Hoole, (1st Thursday of each month),3.30-5.30pm. (01244) 345649 Stay and Play, Chester Community Toy Library, Hamilton Methodist Church, Hoole. 10-11.30am FRIDAY Rhymetime Under 5’s, Upton Library, Wealstone Lane, Upton, 2-2.30pm. (01244) 973700 All Saints Minis, All Saints Church Centre, Vicarage Rd, Hoole, 10am-11.30am (term time only, pre book). Helen (01244) 322056 Under 5’s Storytime, Upton Library, Wealstone Lane, Upton, 2-2.30pm. (01244) 973700 Baby Rhythm Time, Upton Westlea School, Weston Grove, Upton. 10.45-11.15am (pre book) (01244) 976100 Tiny Stars, Stardust Drama Workshop, Hoole United Reformed Church, Hoole, Steph 07739 104147 Kingsway Chapel Stay & Play, Kingsway Chapel, Kingway. 9.30-11am. (01244) 314995 Also see Kingsway and Upton Children’s Centre, Kingsway Campus. (01244) 976100. Contact centre of details of activites

Lymm & Oughtrington MONDAY Toddler Cafe, Lymm United Reform Church, Brookfield Road, Lymm, 9.30-11am (term time only). Sue 07802 921891 Toddler Riding, Lymm Riding School, Spring Lane, Lymm, (pm). Rebecca (01925) 750435 Rhythm Time, Lymm Methodist Church, Eagle Brow, Lymm, (am) (term time only). Jane (01270) 529224 Antenatal and Postnatal Pilates, Clinic Equilibrium, Agden, (am+pm). Lindsey (01625) 326363 TUESDAY Caterpillar Music, Lymm United Reform Church, Brookfield Road, Lymm (pm). Jan (01925) 860459 Big Toes Little Toes (2-3yrs), Rosebank Centre, Pepper St, Lymm, (pm) (please call to book). Sadie (01925) 758959 NCT Bumps & Babes, United Reform Church, Lymm, 10am. 0844 243 6221 Incy Winceys Toddler Group, Lymm Baptist Church, Higher Lane, Lymm, 10-11.30 am. Sarah 07817 214269 WEDNESDAY Jo Jingles, Lymm Rugby Club, Crouchley Lane, Lymm (am). Jacquie (01925) 269136 Humpty Dumpty Club, St Peter’s Church Hall, Lymm, 10.30-11.45am. Jill (01925) 756507 Water Babies swimming,Tall Trees, Oughtrington Lane, Lymm, (am). Alison (01925) 243643 Baby Sensory, Lymm Baptist Church, Higher Lane, Lymm, (am+pm). Laura 07946 672035 Little Acorns Baby & Toddlers, High Legh Village Hall, High Legh, 10am-12pm. Jane (01925) 754186 THURSDAY TinyTalk baby signing, St Peter’s Church Hall, Stage Lane, Oughtrington (am).Therese (01925) 445143 Story Time for pre school children, Lymm Community Library, Davies Way, Lymm, 2.15-2.45pm (term time only). (01925) 754367 Toddler Group, Lymm Baptist Church, Higher Lane, Lymm, 10-11.30am. Julie (01925) 759072 Baby Massage (3 week course),The Rosebank Centre, Pepper St, Lymm, (am) (call for details). Claire (01925) 756900 Parent & Toddler Group, The Playbarn,The Saraven’s Head, Paddock Lane, Warburton, Lymm, 10am-12pm (term time only).Maxine 07858 177067 Sing & Sign, Lymm Village Hall, Lymm, (am). Nicki 07852 155190 Antenatal and Postnatal Pilates, Clinic Equilibrium, Agden, (am+pm). Lindsey (01625) 326363 FRIDAY Babies can Dance,The Rosebank Centre, Pepper St, Lymm, (am) (please call to book). Claire (01925) 756900 Praise and Play, St Mary’s Church, Lymm, 10.30am. Mrs Wasey (term time only).(01925) 754265 Toddler Riding, Lymm Riding School, Spring Lane, Lymm, (pm). Rebecca (01925) 750435 Toddlers Can Explore,The Rosebank Centre, Pepper St, Lymm, (pm). Claire (01925) 756900 Tiny Tennis, Methodist Church Hall, Eagle Brow, Lymm, (am+pm). Steve 07976 226392 Pyjama Drama, United Reform Church, Lymm (am). Julieanne 0844 272 6590 Water Babies swimming,Tall Trees, Oughtrington Lane, Lymm, (am). Alison (01925) 243643 Also see Lymm Children’s Centre (01925) 264927

Macclesfield, Bollington & Prestbury MONDAY Rhythm Time, Prestbury Village Hall, Macclesfield Rd, Prestbury, (am). Frances (01270) 884583 My Baby Time, St. Pauls Parish Centre, Glegg St, 10-11.30am, (term time only). (01625) 501773 Toddler Time Activity, Fun 4 All, Hurdsfield Industrial Estate, Macclesfield (am). (01625) 440044 Twins & Multiples (Macclesfield Multiples), Broken Cross Children’s Centre, Parkett Heyes Rd, Macclesfield, 10am-12pm (3rd Mon of month). Liz (01625) 267933 Rhyme Time (U5’s), Macclesfield Library, Jordangate, Macclesfield, 2.30-3pm (term time). (01625) 374000 Buggyfit, Bollington Recreation Ground, (am). Wendy 07515 385774 Mums & Tots Group, Prestbury Village Hall, Macclesfield Rd, Prestbury, 9.30-11.15am. Jolly Jacks, multi-sensory classes, Bollington Civic Hall, Palmerstone St, Bollington, (pm).Aymi 07958 807573 TUESDAY Rhythm Time, Prestbury Village Hall, Macclesfield Rd, Prestbury, (am). Frances (01270) 884583 Mums & Tots, St. George’s Baptist Church, St George St, Macclefield, 9.30-11am. Cath (01625) 427 Parents & Toddlers, Bollington Methodist Church, Wellington Rd, 10.15-11.45am. (01625) 573938 Saint Albans Church Mums & Tots, Hall St, 1.15-2.45pm. Anne (01625) 432587 Whirley Tots, Whirley Primary School, Whirley Rd, 2.15-3.25pm. (01625) 383383 Street Totz, Funky street dance classes, Broken Cross, Macclesfield, (pm). Amy 07976 845042 Tiny Talk Baby Signing, Broken Cross Methodist Church, Whirley Lane, Macclesfield, (am). Claire 07771 747755 Rhyme Time (U5’s), Macclesfield Library, Jordangate, Macclesfield, 2.30-3pm (term time). (01625) 374000 Toddler Group, Sutton Scout Hut, Sutton, Macclesfield, 9.30-11am (term time only). Emma 07583 357133 NCT Bumps & Babies, JJ Sensory Play Centre, Snape Rd, Macclesfield, 1.30 - 3.30pm. Sarah 0844 243 6115 Baby Yoga, Macclesfield Library, Jordangate, Macclesfield (am). Saffron (01625) 432997 Baby Massage with Rosie Health, Cow Lane, Bollington, (pm), Rosie 07961 614882 Rugby Tots, Fun4All, Queens Ave, Macclesfield, (pm). Alick 0845 313 6720

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Baby Yoga, Macclesfield Library (am). Saffron (01625) 432997 WEDNESDAY Allsorts Pre School, St John’s School, Grimshaw Lane, Macclesfield, 1.30 - 3.30pm (term time only). Kath (01625) 574837 Rhythm Time, Elim Christian Life Centre, Parsonage St, Macclesfield (am). Frances (01270) 884583 Little Treasures Carer & Babies/Tots Group, 1-3pm, Elim Christian Life Centre, Parsonage St, Macclesfield. Anne (01625) 433070 Take-a-Break Toddler Group, St. Peters Church, 9.30-11am. Gillian (01625) 612426 Mums & Tots, St. George’s Baptist Church, St George St, Macclefield, 9.30-11am. Cath (01625) 427404 Toddler Time Activity, Fun 4 All, Hurdsfield Industrial Estate, Macclesfield (am). (01625) 440044 Mini Music, St Edward’s Community Room, London Rd, Macclesfield, 9.15-11am. Natalie 07759 161253 East Cheshire NCT Bumps, Babes & Toddlers, Fun 4 All, Hurdsfield Industrial Estate, Macclesfield, 10am12pm. 0844 243 6115 Rhymetime (U’5s), Bollington Library, Palmerstone St, Bollington, 10-10.30am (term time). (01625) 573058 Mums and Tots, Bosley St Marys Primary School, Leek Rd, Bosley, 9.30-11.30am. Emma 07879 667627 Buggyfit, West Park, Macclesfield, (am). Wendy 07515 385774 Little Fishes Toddler Group, Broken Cross Methodist Church, Whirley Rd, Macclesfield, 1.30-3pm. Musical Moments, JJ Sensory Play Centre, Snape Rd, Macclesfield, (am). Becki 07821 489656 Jolly Jacks toddler activity class, Bollington Civic Hall, (pm). Aymi 07958 807573 THURSDAY Tumbletots, Macclesfield Leisure Centre, Priory Lane, Macclesfield, (am + pm). vicky 07814 020095 St. Michael’s Church Toddler Group, Market Place, Macclesfield, 10-11.30am & 1-2.30pm (term time). Ruth (01625) 613068 Jolly Tots Toddler Group, Rainow Church Centre, Next to Rainow Church, Rainow, 1.30-3pm (term time). Karen (01625) 432227 Parent & Toddler Activity Sessions, Fun 4 All, Hurdsfield Industrial Estate, Macclesfield (am+pm). (01625) 440044 Rhythm Time, Prestbury Village Hall, Macclesfield Rd, Prestbury, (am). Frances (01270) 884583 Little Strikers, Brookdale Theatre, Bridge Lane, Bramhall, (am). 07792 791382 Toddler Time, Fun 4 All, Hurdsfield Industrial Estate, Macclesfield, (am). (01625) 440044 Buggyfit, Higher Poynton, Coppice Car Park, Middlewood way, (pm). Wendy 07515 385774 Baby Sensory, JJ Sensory Playcentre, Snape Rd, Macclesfield, (am+pm). Becky 07503 547083 Stay & Play, Bollington Community Centre, Bollington, 10-11.30am. (01625) 378081 Rugby Tots, Fun4All, Queens Avenue, Macclesfield, (am+pm). Alick 0845 313 6720 Puddle Ducks Swimming,The Silk Works, Pickford St, Macclesfield, (am+pm). (01477) 410080 Splish Splash Splosh, Scout Hut, Bollington, (am). Hannah 07824 358087 Bon Bons Breakfast Club, Life Church, Bollington, (am), Bonnie 07739 359948 The Creation Station, Macclesfield Methodist Church , Macclesfield, (am). Jann (01625) 881710 Bollington Pre School Mums & Toddlers, Bollington Pre School, Water St, Bollington, 1- 2.30pm (term time only). Sue (01625) 400128 FRIDAY Tumbletots, Macclesfield Leisure Centre, (am + pm). Vicky 07814 020095 Rhythm Time, Prestbury Village Hall, Macclesfield Rd, Prestbury, (am). Frances (01270) 884583 Toddler Group, St. Paul’s Parish Centre, Glegg St, Macclesfield, 9.45-11.15am. (01625) 501773 Playmakers, Fun 4 All, Hurdsfield Industrial Estate, Macclesfield, (am). (01625) 520333 Water Babies swimmming, Park Lane School, Macclesfield (pm). (01270) 781239 Tiny Tots, Broken Cross Children’s Centre, Parkett Heyes Rd, Macclesfield, 9.30-11am. Kylie (01625) 374479 Little Stars Playgroup for children with addtional needs, Ash Grove Children’s Centre, Ash Grove, Macclesfield, 1-3pm. Sophie 07581 348278 Mums & Tots Group, Prestbury Village Hall, Macclesfield Rd, Prestbury, 9.30-11.15am. Baby Yoga, Macclesfield Library, Jordangate, Macclesfield (pm). www.saffronsyoga.co.uk Puddle Ducks Swimming, The Silk Works, Pickford St, Macclesfield, (am). (01477) 410080 Gawsworth Stay & Play, Gawsworth Primary School, Longbutts Lane, Gawsworth, 9-11am (term time only). Alison (01625) 426547 Wigglers to Walkers Yoga, Macclesfield Library (am). Saffron (01625) 432997 Also see local Children’s centres including Broken Cross - (01625) 374470, Ash Grove - (01625) 374484, & Hurdsfield - (01625) 378081

Nantwich MONDAY Diddidance, Crewe Vagrants Sports Club, Newcastle Rd, Willaston, (am). Emma 07792 500981 Rhyme Time, Nantwich Library, Beam St, Nantwich, 11 - 11.30am. (01270) 375360 Glutch Story Cental (drama & stories), Church Minshall Village Hall, Church Minshull (am).Beccy on 07783 411720 Baby Sensory, Stapeley Community Hall, Stapeley, Nantwich, (am+pm). Linda 07745 353836 Baby Reflex with Navitas, Playworld Shavington (pm) (pre book). Katie (01270) Toddler Relex with Navitas, Playworld Shavington (pm)(pre book commences 6th Oct). Katie (01270) 260200 Yoga Kids, Stuart House, Arnold St, Nantwich, (am). Richard (01270) 353153 TUESDAY Willaston Club Baby & Toddler Group, Willaston Social Club, Nantwich, 9.15-11am. Claire (01270) 569062 Rhythm Time, Main Building, Regents Park, London Rd, Nantwich, (pm). Frances (01270) 884583 Jo Jingles, Playworld, Newcastle Rd, Shavington, (am) Natasha 07793 937322 Jabberjacks, Funky Monkey Cafe, Regents Park, Nantwich (am). Rachel 07501 365537 Baby Sign, Marshall Arts Centre, above Funky Monkey Cafe, Regents Park, Nantwich, (am). Sharon 07973 479471 Tippy Toes, Marshall Arts Centre, above Funky Monkey Cafe, Regents Park , Nantwich, (am). Sharon 07973 479471 St Mark’s Toddler Group, St Mark’s Church, Main Road, Shavington, 1.30-3.15pm. Hilary 07875 036563 Betley Mums & Tots, Betley Village Hall, Betley, 9.45-11.45am. Karen 07967 271825 Little Explorers at Gym Juniors, Stuart House, Arnold St, Nantwich, (am). Richard (01270) 353153 Jumping Juniors at Gym Juniors, Stuart House, Arnold St, Nantwich, (am). Richard (01270) 353153 WEDNESDAY Tots Stop, Nantwich Methodist Church, Hospital St, 1.30-3pm (term time only). Liz (01270) 663972 Tumble Tots, Crewe Vagrants Sports Club, Newcastle Rd, Willaston, (am & pm). Ann 07810 513845 BoogieBeat, Wrenbury Village Hall, Cholmondely Rd, Wrenbury, (am). Helen (01270) 212501 La Jolie Ronde, Funky Monkey Cafe, Regents Park, London Rd, Nantwich (am). Kay 07906 558440 Oopsadaisy Doodle, Wychwood Village Hall, (am). Kate 07988 754281 Yoga Kids, Stuart House, Arnold St, Nantwich, (am). Richard (01270) 353153 THURSDAY Tots and Tinies, Audlem Tree House, Heathfield Rd, Audlem, 1.30-3.30pm. (01270)811829 Diddidance, Nantwich Elim Church, Regents Park, Nantwich, (am). Emma 07792 500981 Rugby Tots, Crewe Vagrants Sports Club, Newcastle Rd, Willaston, (pm). Olly 0845 3136705

Weston Toddler Group, Weston Church Hall, Cemetary Rd, Weston, 9.10-10.45am. Juliet 07804 337082 Noah’s Ark, New Life Community Church, Fuller Drive, Wistaston, 10am-12pm (term time only). Elaine (01270) 664225 Pre-School Gymastics (18+ mnths), Wingate Centre, Wrenbury Drive, Nantwich, (am+pm). (01270) 780456 Oopsadaisy Doodle, Stapeley Community Hall, (am). Kate 07988 754281 Little Explorers at Gym Juniors, Stuart House, Arnold St, Nantwich, (am). Richard (01270) 353153 Jumping Juniors at Gym Juniors, Stuart House, Arnold St, Nantwich, (am). Richard (01270) 353153 Excercise with Baby, Olive Grove Conference Centre, Regents Park, Nantwich, (pm). Charlotte 07966 223396 Jo Jingles, Stapeley Parish Hall, (am). Natasha 07793 937322 FRIDAY Ripples Mums/Carers Toddler Group, Market Street Church, 9.30-11am (term time only). Jane 07967 388992 Chatterbox, Nantwich Elim Church, Regents Park, London Rd, Nantwich, Story Time, Nantwich Library, Beam St, Nantwich, 11-11.30am. (01270) 375360 Little Explorers at Gym Juniors, Stuart House, Arnold St, Nantwich, (am). Richard (01270) 353153 Jumping Juniors at Gym Juniors, Stuart House, Arnold St, Nantwich, (am). Richard (01270) 353153 Excercise with Baby, Stalpley Community Centre, Pear Tree Field,(am). Charlotte 07966 223396 Also see Nantwich & Rural Children’s Centre (01270) 375390

Northwich MONDAY Davenham Mother & Toddler, Davenham Methodist Church, Firths Field, Davenham, 10-11.30am. Sarah (01606) 41200 Melody Bear early years dance & ballet, Moulton Verdin Working Mens Club, Church Rd, Moulton, (pm). Louise 07970 223342 TUESDAY Big and Small, Bethal Church, Hargreaves Road, Northwich, 10-11.30am (call first waiting list). Lynda 07719 656619 Water Babies, Moss Farm Leisure Centre, Northwich (am). Anna (01270) 781239 Lostock Gralam Mums & Toddlers, Lostock Gralam Community Centre, Stubbs Lane, Lostock Gralam, 9.15-11.15am. Carole (01606) 41962 Davenham Mother & Toddler, Davenham Methodist Church, Firths Field, Davenham, 10-11.30am. Sarah (01606) 41319 Footsteps toddler group, Acton Bridge Parish Rooms, Acton Bridge, 9.45-11.45am (term time only). www.actonbridge-preschool.co.uk Tots & Co, Christ Church Greenbank, Greenbank Station House, Northwich, 10-11.30am. Rebecca (01606) 782575 Under 5’s Stories & Rhymes, Northwich Library, Whitton Street, Northwich, 11am - 11.30am. (01606) 44221 Jo Jingles, Victoria Road Children’s Centre, Nuemann St, Northwich, (pm). Cheryl (01928) 739666 Praise & Play, St Helen’s Church, Church Rd, Northwich, 2-3pm, (term time only). Alison (01606) 42943 Buggyfit, Northwich Community Woodlands, Witton Meadow car park, Old Warrington Rd, (am). Emma 07971 596529 WEDNESDAY Rhythm Time, Davenham Methodist Church, Firths Fields, off Hartford Road (am). Frances (01270) 884583 Big and Small, Bethal Church, Hargreaves Road, Northwich, 10-11.30am (call first waiting list). Lynda 07719 656619 Little Crows, Crowton Primary School, Kingsley Road, Northwich, 2-3pm (term time only). (01928) 788230 Cherubs, Davenham Parish Church, Davenham, 1.15-2.30pm. (1st Wed of month, term time only). Jane (01606) 330963 Parent and Toddler, Lostock Green Methodist Church Hall, Birches Lane, Lostock Green, 10-11.45am. Julie 07747 561327 Dancing Kidz Baby Ballet, Davenham Methodist Hall, Witton St, Northwich, (pm). Sharon 07834 612303 TinyTalk baby singing & signing & TinyTalk Toddlers, Lostock Gralam Community Centre, Stubbs Lane, Lostock Gralam (am). Jenny (01606) 891338 Parent & Toddler Group, St Wilfreds RC Church Hall, Witton St, Northwich, 10-11.30am (Term time only). Rachel (01606) 352224 Wednesday, NCT Parent and Child Group, Polish Club, London Road, Northwich 1-3pm. (Last wed of month). Pippa 07988 589322 Baby Yoga Class, Hartford Village Hall, Northwich, (am). Jo 07850 580855 THURSDAY Tumble Tots, Winnington Park Recreation Club (am & pm). Ann 07810 513845 St Mary’s Toddler Group, St Mary’s Church, Whitegate, 1-3pm (term time only). Karen 07956 574643 Lostock Gralam Mums & Toddlers, Lostock Gralam Community Centre, Stubbs Lane, Lostock Gralam, 9.15-11.15am. Carole (01606) 41962 Baby Bounce (singing & signing for 0-12mths), Northwich Library, Whitton St, Northwich, 11-11.30am. (01606) 44221 Melody Bear early years dance & ballet, Winnington Youth Centre, Winnington House, Northwich, (pm). Louise 07970 223342 Breathing Space Baby Yoga, Dave’s Gym, Off Station Rd, Northwich, (am). Sarah 07977 093373 Davenham Mother & Toddler, Davenham Methodist Church, Firths Field, Davenham, 10-11.30am. Sarah (01606) 41319 Little Superstars, Lostock Community Centre, (am) Rebecca 07824 115223 FRIDAY London Road Baby & Toddler Group,The Polish Parish Social Club, London Rd, Northwich, 9.30-11.15am (term time only). Lesley 07790 354043 Mid Cheshire Twins Club, St Wilfrids Parish Centre, Witton Street, Northwich, 9.30-11.30am (term time only). Moulton Mother & Toddler Group, Village Hall, Main Rd, Moulton, 9.45-11.45am (term time only). Melody Bear early years dance & ballet, Winnington Youth Centre, Winnington House, Northwich, (pm). Louise 07970 223342 Play Dates, Shurlack methodist Church, Shipbrook Rd, Rudheath, 9.30-11.30am 12.30-2.30pm. Sarah 07580 234100 Adventure Babies, Anderton Memorial Hall, (am). Emma 07989 341972 Also see Victoria Road Children’s Centre, Neumann St, Northwich (01606) 217650

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Poynton, Bramhall & Hazel Grove MONDAY Rhythm Time, Norbury Church, London Rd, Hazel Grove (am). Kim (01625) 533510 Tumble Tots, Bramhall Village Club, Lumb Lane (am+pm). Sue 07851 268083 Jo Jingles, Bramhall Methodist church, Bramhall Lane South (am). Laura 07983 513491 Pre School Toddler Group, Independent Options, Chester Road, Hazel Grove, 10-11.30am. 0161 482 2535 Playaway Carer & Toddler Group, Poynton Baptist Church, Park Ln, 9.30-11.30am. (01625) 859036 Parent & Toddler Opportunity Group (Jo Jingles), Independent Options, 67 Chester Road, Hazel Grove, 1-2.30pm (term time only). 0161 482 2535 Baby Splash, Hazel Grove Pool, Jacksonís Lane, Hazel Grove, 1.15-1.45pm. (0161) 439 5221 Seedlings at Hazel Grove Baptist Church, Station Street, Hazel Grove, 10-11.30am & 1.15-2.45pm (call first). (0161) 487 3708 Baby Yoga, Childrens’ Centre, Hazel Grove, (pm). Susan 07813 077074 Sensory Stars, Centrepoint at Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall, (pm). Laura 07506 789603 Rhythm Time, Hazel Grove Tennis & Bowling Club, Douglas Rd, Hazel Grove, (am). Kim (01625) 533510 Tennis Tykes, Bramhall Lawn Tennis Club, Bramhall, (am) (term time only). Caroline 07843 342662 Move & Grove, Bramhall Library, Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall, (am). Nicola 07966 547579 Kidz Kitchen, Civic Hall, off Park Lane, Poynton, (pm).Tracey 07748 982025 TUESDAY Jabberjacks, St. George’s Church Hall, Poynton (am). Sue (01625) 540999 Seedlings at Hazel Grove Baptist Church, Station Street, Hazel Grove, 10-11.30am & 1.15-2.45pm (call first). (0161) 487 3708 MiniMovers baby & toddler, Bramhall Lawn Tennis Club (am). (0161) 474 4471 Pre school Toddler Group, Independent Options, Chester Road, Hazel Grove, 9.30-11am. (0161) 482 2535 Pre-School Tap, RJL Dance Studios, St Peter’s Parish Centre, Hazel Grove (pm). 07739 695603 Theatre Tots, Harper Studios, Hazel Grove, (am). Natalie 07825 370214 Aquababies swimming, Valley School, Whitehaven Rd, Bramhall, (pm). (0161) 973 1931 MessyNess messy play,The Bramley Centre (behind Bramhall Health Centre), Bramhall, (am). Lousie 07533 256337 Explore & Play, Independent Options, Chester Rd, Hazel Grove, (pm). Laura 07506 789603 Twins Group, Bramhall Children’s Centre, Bramhall Rd South, Bramhall, 10-11.30am (2nd Tues of month). Annette (0161) 426 9235 The Creation Station, Bramley Centre, Bramhall, (am). Jann (01625) 881710 WEDNESDAY AquaBabies swimming, Valley School, Whitehaven Rd, Bramhall, (pm). (0161) 973 1931 Tumble Tots, Bramhall Lawn Tennis Club (am+pm). Sue 07851 268083 Jabberjacks, United Reformed Church, Bramhall (am). Sue (01625) 540999 Jo Jingles, Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall Lane South, (am). Laura 07983 513491 Parent & Toddler Opportunity Group (Sing & Sign), Independent Options, 67 Chester Road, Hazel Grove, 10-11.30am. (0161) 482 2535 Baby Ballet, Poynton School of Dance, St Martins Church Hall, Shrigley Rd North, Higher Poynton, (pm) (term time only). Stephanie 07903 727763 Sensory Stars, Poynton Children’s Centre, Vernon Primary School, Clumber Rd, Poynton, (am). Laura 07506 789603 Crafty Little Chimps arts & crafts, St Peter’s, Green Lane, Hazel Grove, (am). Liz 07717 315837 Baby Chat (0-12), Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall, (am) (term time only). Jo 07981 123646 THURSDAY Parents & Toddlers, Poynton Methodist Church, Civic Car Park,off Park Ln, 9.30-11.30am. Rachel (01625) 871592 Aquababies swimming, Valley School, Whitehaven Rd, Bramhall, (pm). (0161) 973 1931 Parent & Toddler Group, Independent Options, Chester Road, Hazel Grove, 10-11.30am. (0161) 482 2535 Pre-School Swimming, Hazel Grove Pool, Jacksonís Lane, Hazel Grove,10 - 10.30am & 1.15-1.45pm. (0161) 439 5221 Hazelnuts, Hazel Grove Primary School, Hazel Grove, 9.30-11am (term time only). Jeanette (0161) 483 3699 Story Time,Toys & Tales, Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall, 11-11.30am. (0161) 439 6002 Little Strikers Pre-school football, Brookdale Theatre, Bridge Lane, Bramhall, (am). 07792 791382 Sensory Stars, Hazel Grove Children’s Centre, Hazel Grove, (pm). Laura 07506 789603 Crafty Little Chimps arts & crafts, St Michael’s Scout Hut, Bramhall, (am). Liz 07717 315837 Kidz Kitchen, Independent Options, Chester Rd, Hazel Grove, (pm).Tracey 07748 982025 Jabberjacks, Let Loose, Pepper Road Ind Est, Hazel Grove, (am). (0161) 487 1111 FRIDAY Rhythm Time,The Bramley Centre, Schout Hut, Bramley Close, Bramhall, (am). Frances (01270) 884543 Tumble Tots, Bramhall Lawn Tennis Club (am+pm). Sue 07851 268083 Pre school Toddler Group, Independent Options, Chester Road, Hazel Grove, 9.30-11am. (0161) 482 2535 Baby Splash, Hazel Grove Pool, Jacksonís Lane, Hazel Grove, 1-1.30pm. (0161) 439 5221 Baby Sensory, Woodford Scout & Guide HQ, Moor Lane, Woodford, (am+pm). Becky 07503 547083 NCT Bumps & Babies group, St Michael’s Church Hall, Bramhall, 10-11.30am.Tracey 07595 020276 Rhythm Time, Civic Hall, Park Lane, Poynton, (pm). Frances 01270 884583 Parent & Toddler Opportunity Group (sensory play), Independent Options, Chester Road, Hazel Grove, 1-2.30pm (term time only). (0161) 482 2535 Baby Ballet, Life Leisure, Hazel Grove, (am). Joanne 07732 819984 Jittabugs sing & Play, Bramhall Library, Bramhall Lane South, (am). (0161) 973 2656 Little Fishes, Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall, 10-11.30am (term time only). Angela (0161) 439 1204 Rugby Tots, Civic Hall, off Park Lane, Poynton, (am+pm). Alick 0845 313 6720 Toddlers+, Bramhall United Reform Church, Robins Lane, Bramhall, 3-4.30pm. Louise 07535 450041 Jolly Jacks, multi-sensory classes, Vernon Primary School, Clumber Lane, Poynton, (pm). Aymi 07958 807573 Also see local Children’s Centre including Poynton (01625) 383090, Bramhall (0161) 217 6028, Hazel Grove & High Lane (0161) 217 6009

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Sandbach MONDAY Story Time, Sandbach Library,The Common, Sandbach, 11-11.30am (term time only). Liz (01270) 375355 Aquatots, Sandbach Leisure Centre, Middlewich Rd, 10.30-11.15am. (01270) 375344 Under 4’s for children, parents & Carers, Elworth Methodist Church & Community Centre, London Rd, Elworth, 9.30-11am (term time only). Jean (01270) 765932 Sandbach Cherubs Breastfeeding support, Ashfield Primary Care Centre, Middlewich Rd, Sandbach, 10-11.30am. (01270) 275144 Puddleducks, Sandbach Boys School, Crewe Rd, Sandbach, (pm). (01477) 410080 Excercise with Baby,The Wesley Centre, Sandbach Methodist Church, (am). Charlotte 07966 223396 TUESDAY St John’s Mums and Toddlers, St John’a School, School Lane, Sandbach, 10.30-11.30am. Margaret/Pauline (01270) 762859 Sandbach Gymnastics Parent & Toddlers, Springvale Industrial Estate, Sandbach, (am). Tracy (01270) 767491 Rhythm Time, Sandbach Methodist Church, Wesley Ave, Sandbach, (am). Frances (01270) 884583 Ettiley Heath Parent & Toddler Group, Ettiley Heath Church Community Centre, Elton Rd, Elworth, 10am-12pm (term time only). Nilda (01270) 762212 Mums and Tots, Oasis, Green St, Sandbach, 10am-12pm (term time only). Mavis (01270) 759261 WEDNESDAY St Mary’s Playgroup, St Mary’s Church Hall,The Square, Sandbach, 12.45-2.45pm. Caroline (01270) 753810 Mad Academy,The Wesley Centre, Wesley Ave, Sandbach, (am). Kathryn (01270) 876628 Water Babies, Ashfields Primary Care Unit, Middlewich Rd, Sandbach, (pm). Anna (01270) 611111 THURSDAY Diddidance,The Wesley Centre, Wesley Ave, Sandbach, (pm). Emma 07792 500981 FRIDAY Mums and Toddlers, Sandbach Methodist Church, Wesley Ave, Sandbach, 1.30-3pm. Melanie (01270) 759718 Jabberjacks, St Peter’s Church Hall, School Lane, Elworth (am). Rachel 07501 365537 Rhymetime, Sandbach Library,The Common, Sandbach, 11-11.30am. Jill (01270) 375355 Sandbach Gymnastics Parent & Toddlers, Springvale Industrial Estate, (pm).Tracy (01270) 767491 Parents & Under 3s Swim, Sandbach Leisure Centre, Middlewich Rd, Sandbach, 11-11.30am. (01270) 375344 Oopsadaisy Doodle, Bradwell Village Hall, (am). Kate 07988 754281 Also see Sandbach Children’s Centre (01270) 371235

Stockport & Marple MONDAY High Lane Baby and Toddlers, High Lane Village Hall, off Windlehurst Road, 9.30-11.30am. Sarah 07900 992292 Praise and Play, St George Church, Heavily, Stockport (9-11.15am). (0161) 483 0359 Toddler Craft Session Rough’n’Tumble, Goyt Mill, Upper Hibbert Lane, Marple, (am). Jo/Julie (0161) 427 0007 Pre school swimming, Marple Pool, Stockport Rd, Marple, 1.15-1.45pm. (0161) 427 7070 Pre school swimming, Romiley Pool, Hole House Fold, Romiley, 10.50-11.20am. (0161) 430 3437 Jungle Monkey Mother & Toddler, Jungle Monkey Play Centre, Redmoor Mill, Buxton Rd, New Mills, 9.30am-3pm (term time only). (01663) 745700 Theatre Tots, Rough n Tumble, Goyt Mill, Upper Hibbert Lane, Marple, (am). Natalie 07825 370214 Toddleys Parent & Toddler Group, Disley Methodist Church, Buxton Rd, Disley, 9.15-11.15am Baby Ballet, Life Leisure, Holdhouse Fold, Romiley, (am). Joanne 07732 819984 Baby Sensory, Hatherlow Sunday School, Otterpool Rd, Romiley, (am+pm). Beccy 07503 543083 Stockport Slingmeet & library, St Matthews Church, Grenville St, Edgeley, 1-3pm (1st Mon of month). Stockport Twins & Multiples, St Matthews Church, Grenville St, Edgeley, 1-2.30pm (Last Mon of month) TUESDAY St. Marks Parent & Toddler Group, St. Marks Church Hall, Redhouse Lane, Bredbury, Stockport, 10-11.30am. Wendy (0161) 494 9857 Rhythm Time, Mellor Parish Centre, Mellor, (am). Kim (01625) 533510 Pre-school swimming, Avondale Recreation Centre, Heathbank Rd, Stockport 10.45-11.15am. (0161) 477 4242 Pre school swimming, Marple Pool, Stockport Rd, Marple, 2-2.30pm. (0161) 427 7070 Pre school swimming, Romiley Pool, Hole House Fold, Romiley, 9.45, 10.15 & 10.45am. (0161) 430 3437 Mother & Toddler, Jungle Monkey Play Centre, Redmoor Mill, Buxton Rd, New Mills, 9.30am-3pm (term time only). (01663) 745700 Baby Sensory, Heaton Moor United Church, Heaton Moor (am). Natalie 07852 207510 Jo Jingles, Heaton Moor United Church, Heaton Moor, (am). Jacqui (01925) 269136 Little Lights, Guywood Centre, Guywood Lane, Romiley, 10-11.30am. Kirstie 07970 100788 Sensory Stars, Zoom Playcentre, Stockport, (am). Laura 07506 789603 Rhythm Time,Trinty Church, Bramhall Lane, Davenport, (am). Kim (01625) 533510 Crafty Crocs, Group, Jungle Monkey Play Centre, Redmoor Mill, Buxton Rd, New Mills, (am). (01663) 745700 Baby Sensory, Heaton Moor UC, Heaton Moor, (am+pm). Natalie 07852 207510 Water Babies Swimming, Peak School, Buxton Rd, Chinleym (am). (0161) 312 0048 Mums and Tots, St Thomas Church, Buxton Rd, High Lane, 9-11.15am. Ann (01633) 764512 WEDNESDAY Brookside Baby & Toddler Group, Brookside Primary School, High Lane, Stockport, 9.15-11am (term time). Mother & Toddler, JUngle Monkey Play Centre, Redmoor Mill, Buxton Rd, New Mills, 9.30am-3pm (term time only). (01663) 745700 Rhythm Time, High Lane Village Hall, Windlehurst Rd, High Lane (am). Kim (01625) 533510 Crafts at Rumble in the Jungle, Hallam Mill, Hallam Street, Heaviley, Stockport, (am). (0161) 477 8438 Jo Jingles, Rough n Tumble, Goyt Mill, Upper Hibbert Lane, Marple, (am). Laura (0161) 431 0674 Tots in Time, Starlight Performing Arts Academy, Bramhall Moor Lane, Stockport (am). Miss Ellie (0161) 439 8009 Disley Baby & Toddler Group, Disley Primary School, Disley, 9.15-11.15am Move & Grove, Marple Library, Memorial Park, Marple, (am). Nicola 07966 547579 Parent & Toddler Group, Woodley Methodist Church, Chapel St, Woodley, (pm) (term time). Elaine (0161) 494 8494

Baby & Toddler Diary

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Sensory Stars, Heatons Children’s Centre, Mersey Vale Primary School, Heaton Mersey, (pm). Laura 07506 789603 Baby Ballet, Startlight Performing Arts Academy, Bramhall Moor Lane, Stockport, (pm). Helen (0161) 408 5052 Little Monkeys Baby Group, Old Chapel St, Edgeley, Stockport, 12.15-1.45pm (term time only). Katie 07771 538139 Baby Sensory, St Paul’s Church Hall, Heaton Moor, (am). Natalie 07852 207510 THURSDAY Jabberjacks, Let Loose Playcentre, Pepper Rd, Hazel Grove,(am) (term time). Sue (01625) 540999 Jo Jingles, Heaton Moor Methodist Church, Stanley Road (pm). Jacqui (01925) 269136 Tumble Tots, Heaton Mersey Methodist Church (am + pm). Sue 07851 268083 St. Paul’s Church Hall Toddler Group, St. Paul’s Road, Heaton Moor, Stockport, 1.30-3pm. Linda 07939 798501 (waiting list). Marple & District Twins Club, 3rd Thursday of month, Marple Clinic, 2-4pm. Debbie Hague (01457) 862525 Mini Movers, Edgeley Play Centre, Edgeley, (am). (0161) 474 4471 Mini Movers, St Elizabeth Primary School, Reddish (pm). (0161) 474 4471 Rhythm Time, Rough n Tumble, Goyt Mill, Upper Hibbert Lane, Marple, (am). Kim (01625) 533510 Pre school swimming, Romiley Pool, Hole House Fold, Romiley, 11.30am-12pm. (0161) 430 3437 Mother & Toddler, Jungle Monkey Play Centre, Redmoor Hill, Buxton Rd, New Mills, 9.30am-3pm (term time only). (01663) 745700 Toddler Craft Session Rough’n’Tumble, Goyt Mill, Upper Hibbert Lane, Marple, (am). Jo/Julie (0161) 427 0007 Jo Jingles, Romiley Forum Theatre, Compstall Rd, Romiley, (am). Laura (0161) 431 0674 FRIDAY Jo Jingles, Heaton Mersey Community Centre, St. John’s Road (am). Jacqui (01925) 269136 St. Marks Parent & Toddler Group, St. Marks Church Hall, Redhouse Lane, Bredbury, Stockport, 1011.30am. Wendy (0161) 494 9857 Jo Jingles, Marple U.R.C., Hibbert Lane (am). Laura (0161) 431 0674. Calegreen Life Centre Toddler Group, Calegreen Life Centre, adswood Rd, Stockport, 9.30-11.30am. Janet (0161) 483 5217 Little Superstars Sports Club, Marple Cricket Club, Marple, (am). Louise 07904 311552 Praise and Play, St Gabriel Church, Adswood, Stockport, (am). Marie (0161) 483 2321 Jungle Monkey Mother & Toddler, Jungle Monkey Play Centre, Redmoor Mill, Buxton Rd, New Mills, 9.30am-3pm (term time only). (01663) 745700 Rhythm Time, All Saints Church, Manchester Rd, Heaton Norris, (am+pm). Kim (01625) 533510 Jo Jingles, Anchors Away Play Centre, Reddish (pm). Jacqui (01925) 269136 Rhythm & Rhyme, St Pauls Church Hall, St Pauls Rd, Heaton Moor, (am). Mel (0161) 860 0911 Rhythm & Rhyme, Hatherlow Sunday School, Otters Pool Rd, Compstall, (am). Virginia (0161) 427 0160 Baby Sensory, Dialstone Lane Methodist Church, Dialstone Lane, Offerton, Stockport, (am). Natalie 07852 207510 Jo Jingles, Life Leisure, Stockport Sports Village, Lambeth Grove, Woodley, (am). Laura (0161) 431 0674 Marple Bumps and Babies. www.facebook.com/groupes/MarpleNCTCoffeemeeet/ Toddle Time, St Matthews Church, Grenville St, Edgeley, 9.30-11am (term time only). Also see local children’s Centres

Stockton Heath MONDAY NCT Bumps & Babes Coffee Morning, Jenny Wrens, Stockton Heath, 10am, (1st, 3rd & 4th Mon of month). (01925) 212398 NCT Bumps & Babes Coffe Morning, Slug & Lettuce, Stockton Heath, 11am, (2nd Mon of month). (01925) 212398 St John’s Tots, URC Church, Wilderspool Causeway, Stockton Heath, 10-11.30am. Debbie 07505 125717 St James’Praise and Play, St James’ Church, Wilderspool Causeway, Stockton Heath, 1.45-3pm (term time only). Joyce (01925) 654946 Rhythm Time, Scout Centre, Parkgate Rd, Stockton Heath, (am). Jane (01270) 529224 Little Superstars, St Thomas’s Church, Ellesmere Road, Stockton Heath. (pm) Louise 07904 311552 Melody Bear pre school dance, Bridgewater House dance studio, Sandy Lane, Stockton Heath, (pm). Karen 07729 856159 TUESDAY TinyTalk baby signing, St Thomas Church Hall, Ellesmere Road (am).Therese (01925) 445143 Tumble Tots, Stockton Heath Scout Hut, Parkgate Rd, Stockton Heath (am &pm). Carolyn (01925) 726939 Baby Massage,Yoga in Cheshire Studio, Chapel Lane, Stockton Heath, (am). Susan 07900 867933 Toddler Tuesday, Cafe au Clay, West Ave, Stockton Heath, (am+pm). 01925 212398 Melody Bear pre school dance, Bridgewater House dance studio, Sandy Lane, Stockton Heath, (pm). Karen 07729 856159 WEDNESDAY St Thomas Praise & Play, St Thomas Church, London Road, 2-3pm (term time only). Gwen (01925) 265595 Chapel Tots, Stockton Heath Christian Fellowship, Church Hall, Chapel Lane, 10am-11.30pm (term time, call as waiting list). Glenis (01925) 267536 Creative Kids Club, Cafe au Clay, West Ave, Stockton Heath, (am+pm). 01925 212398

Melody Bear pre school dance, Bridgewater House dance studio, Sandy Lane, Stockton Heath, (pm). Karen 07729 856159 THURSDAY Baby Sensory, St John’s United Reform Church, Wilderspool Causeway, Stockton Heath, (am+pm). Laura 07946 672035 Melody Bear pre school dance, Bridgewater House dance studio, Sandy Lane, Stockton Heath, (pm). Karen 07729 856159 Bumps & Babies, St Thomas’ Church, Stockton Heath, 12.30 -2pm. Kirsty 07970 665082 FRIDAY Jo Jingles, St Thomas Church Hall, Ellesmere Road (am+pm), Helen (01744) 454000 Little Superstars, Stockton Heath Scout Hut, Parkgate Road (opp St Thomas School) (am) Louise 07904 311552 Melody Bear pre school dance, Bridgewater House dance studio, Sandy Lane, Stockton Heath, (pm). Karen 07729 856159 Also see local children’s Centre, Cygnets, Wood Lane, Appleton -(01925) 264927

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Tarporley, Kelsall & Tarvin MONDAY Toddler Morning,The Ice Cream Farm,Tattenhall, 9.30-11am (term time only). 07570 774491 Stay & Play, Fardon Primary School, Fardon, 10-11.30am, (01244) 967157 Rhythm Time,Tarporley Community Centre,Tarporley High Street,Tarporley (am). Julia 07789 867589 TUESDAY Tattenhall Toddler Group,The Sports Pavilion, Flaccer Field,Tattenhall, 9.30-11.30am. Mandy (01829) 771664 Diddidance, Kelsall Community Centre, Kelsall, (am). Danielle 07870 664734 Jo Jingles,Tarporley Community Centre,Tarporley High Street,Tarporley (am).Eve 01928 739966 First Steps & Next Steps Ballet, Pointe Works, Jessie Hughes Village Hall, Eaton, (pm). Nicolle 07900 303966 Parent & Toddler Group, Tarporley Baptist & Methodist Church,The Chapel, High St,Tarporley, 10-11.30am, (term time only). Catharine (01829) 733697 WEDNESDAY Duddon Toddlers, Duddon & Clotton Memorial Hall, Duddon, 9.30-11.30am. Alex 07791 585556 Jacappella Music,Tarporley Community Centre,Tarporley High Street,Tarporley (am).Mel 01606 333244 Kelsall Baby & Toddler Group, Kelsall Community Centre, Kelsall, 10.30am-12pm. Katy 07865 063057 Simone 07944 841873 THURSDAY Diddidance, Cheshire Ice Cream Farm, Newton Lane,Tattenhall (am). Danielle 07870 664734 WhataMess Messy Play, Tarporley Community Centre,Tarporley High St,Tarporley (am). Hannah 07834 603745 Stay and Play,The Barbour Institute,Tattenhall, 10-11.30am. (01244) 967158 Oopsadaisy Doodle, Tarporley Community Centre,Tarporley High St,Tarporley, (am). Kate 07988 754281 Rucks of Fun (musical merriment),Tarvin Community Centre,Tarvin, (am). Cheryl 07854 710304 FRIDAY Tarvin Babies and Toddler Group, Tarvin Community Centre, Meadow Close,Tarvin 10-11.30am. Sophie 07516 099092 Rhythm Time, Farndon Memorial Hall, Church Lane, Farndon (am). Julia 07789 867589 Mid Cheshire NCT, Tarporley Baptist and Methodist Church Hall, 10-11.30am.Tracey (01829) 733207 Stories & Rhymes U5’s, Tarporley Library, High School, Eaton Rd,Tarporley 10-10.30am. (01829) 731794 Also see local Children’s Centres including Maplas, Farndon & Tarvin (01244) 976158

Weaverham, Comberbach, Anderton & Barnton MONDAY Puddle Ducks swimming, Weaverham Community Pool, Russet Road, Weaverham (am). (01477) 410080 Anderton Babies & Toddlers, Anderton Memorial Hall, Anderton, 10am-12pm (term time only). Kath (01606) 783371 Sticky Fingers Carers Baby & Toddler Group, St Mary’s Church Hall, Weaverham, 10 -11.30am. Jenny (01606) 852110 Little Angels Swimming, Weaverham Pool, (am & pm). Linda 07912 623514 Jo Jingles, Anderton Village Hall, New Rd, Anderton, (pm). Cheryl (01928) 739666 TUESDAY Christ Church Parents & Toddler Group, Christ Church Hall, Church Road, Barnton, 9.30-11.30am. (01606) 74358 Little Angels Swimming, Weaverham Community Pool, (am+pm). Linda 07912 623514 Kinder Swim, Weaverham Community Pool, Russet Road, Weaverham, (am). Kath 07907 263423 Weaverham Family & Toddler, (play for children with additional needs 6mths-3yrs),The Community Room,The Russett School, Weaverham. Helen (01606) 853005 WEDNESDAY Baby & Toddler Group, Sunday School Room, Comberbach Methodist Church, Senna Lane, Comberbach, 9.30-11.30am. Jane 07707 212279 Great Budworth Baby & Toddler Group, Great Budworth Parish Hall, Smithy Lane, 9.30-11.30am. Karen (01606) 892231 Kinder Swim, Weaverham Community Pool, Russet Rd, Weaverham, (pm). Kath 07907 263423 Rucks of Fun (musical merriment). Lighthouse Church Hall, Wearverham, (am). Cheryl 07854 710304 THURSDAY Parent & Toddlers Group, St Bedes Catholic Primary School, Keepers Lane, Weaverham, 9.15-11.15am. (01606) 852149 Story Time, Barnton Library,Townfield Lane, Barnton, 3.45-4.15pm. (01606) 77343 Puddle Ducks Swimming, Weaverham Community Pool, Russet Road, Weaverham (am). (01477) 410080 Praise & Play, St Mary’s & All Saints Church, Great Budworth, 2pm (2 & 4 Thurs of Month). www.greatbudworthchurch.org Glitter & Glue, St Mary’s Church Hall, Weaverham, 10-11.30am. Jenny (01606) 852110 FRIDAY Rhythm Time, Comberbach Memorial Hall, (am) (term time only). Jane (01270) 529224 Storys and Rhymes for U5’s, Barnton Library,Townfield Lane, Barnton, 2-2.30pm. (01606) 77343 Little Angels Swimming, Weaverham Pool, (am & pm). Linda 07912 623514 Toddler Tennis, Weaverham Sports Centre, Russet Road, Weaverham. Steve 07976 226392 See also local Children’s Centre, Barnton & Weaverham (01606) 288526

Baby & Toddler Diary

Tennis Tykes, St John’s Church Centre, Lindow, (pm) (term time only). Caroline 07843 342662 Water Babies swimming, Holiday Inn (Manchester airport), Altrincham Rd, Wimslow, (pm). (01270) 781239 Baby Massage with RosieHealth, Untited Reformed Church, Wilmslow, (pm). Rosie 07961 614882 Rugby Tots, Mulberrys Sport Complex (Astra Zeneca), Alderley Park, (am). Alick 07961 045330 TUESDAY Jo Jingles, Wilmslow U.R. Church, Alderley Rd (am). Laura (0161) 431 0674 Tumble Tots, Pownall Hall School, Carrwood Rd, Wilmslow, (am + pm). Vicky 07814 020095 St Chad’s Church, Praise & Play, Wilmslow Rd, Handforth, (1.30-3pm). Chris (01625) 530228 My Baby Massage, Alderley Edge. Claire (01625) 583325 or 07952 810350 Baby Ballet, Handforth & Prestbury School of Dance, Dean Row Community Hall, Dean Row, (pm). Michelle (0161) 483 6678 Sally Williams Baby Ballet, Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow, (pm). Sally (01625) 585070 Raindrops Tots, Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow, 10am-12pm (term time only) Baby Massage, Wilmslow Methodist Church, 1.30pm. Judith (01625) 528892 (please call first) Rhyme Time, Handforth Library, Wilmslow Rd, Handforth, 11-11.30am (term time).(01625) 378272 Water Babies swimming,The Hallmark Hotel, Stanley Rd, Handforth, (am). (01270) 611111 Baby Sensory, St John’s Church Hall, Knutsford Rd, Wilmslow, (am+pm). Beccy 07503 547083 The Creation Station, Dean Row Village Hall, Wilmslow, (am). Jann (01625) 881770 Pre-School Rhyme Time, Alderley Edge Library, London Rd, Alderley Edge, 10 - 10.30am (term time only). 01625 374030 WEDNESDAY Rhythm Time, United Reform Church, Chapel Lane, Wilmslow (am+pm). Frances (01270) 884583 Tumbletots, Pownall Hall School, Carrwood Rd, Wilmslow, (am). Vicky 07814 020095 Little Footprints, Dean Row Comm’y Centre, Ringstead Drive, Dean Row, 9.15-11am. Brenda (01625) 251097 Mums, Dads & Tots, St. Benedicts Church, Hall Rd, Handforth, 1.30-3pm. Jacquie (01625) 250471 Tiddlywinks Mini Church (stories, activities & play), Wilmslow Methodist Church, 10am (fortnightly). Judith (01625) 528892 Talking Tots, Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow, (am). Beccy 07947 735373 Tiny Toes, Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow, (am). Sally (01625) 585070 Sally Williams Baby Ballet, Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow (am). Little Strikers,The Scout Hut,Talbot Rd, Alderely Edge, (am). 07792 791382 Water Babies swimming, Holiday Inn (Manchester airport), Altrincham Rd, Wimslow, (pm). (01270) 611111 Bon Bons Breakfast Club, Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliffe Rd, Wilmslow, (am). Bonnie 07739 359948 Antenatal and Postnatal Pilates, St Pius Hall, Stamford Road, Alderley Edge, (am). Lindsey (01625 326363 Adventure Babies, Dean Row Village Hall, Wilmslow, (am). Emma 07989 341972 THURSDAY Rhythm Time, Scout & Guide Hut,Talbot Rd, Alderley Edge (am). Frances (01270) 884583 Thursday Tots, United Reformed Church, Alderley Rd, Wilmslow, 2-4pm. Barbara (01625) 584267 Rhyme Time, Wilmslow Library, South Drive, Wilmslow, 11-11.30am (term time only). (01625) 374060 Baby Reflexology, Moor Lane, Wilmslow, (am). Gabby 07817 597288 Bumps, Babes & Toddlers, Wilmslow Methodist Church, Water Lane, Wilmslow, 10.30am-12pm (1st & 3rd Thurs of month). 0844 243 6115 Kidz Kitchen, Wilmslow UR Church, Chapel Lane, Wilmslow, (am).Tracey 07748 982025 FRIDAY Jabberjacks, Wilmslow Methodist Church (am). Sue (01625) 540999 Friday Tots, Alderley Edge Methodist Church, 10-11.30am. Susan (01625) 585166 Tiny Hands, St. Mary’s Methodist Church, Wilmslow Rd, Handforth, 10am-12pm. Margaret (01625) 526591 Little Footprints, Dean Row Community Centre, 9.15-11am. Brenda (01625) 251097 Little Superstars Sports Club, Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow, (am+pm). Louise 07904 311552 Tennis Tykes, St John’s Church Rooms, Lindow, (pm) (term time only). Caroline 07843 342662 Music Bugs, Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Rd, Wilmslow, (am). Stacey 0844 822 1175 Tiny Talk Baby Singing, Wilmslow Library, (am+pm). Claire 07771 747755 Adventure Babies, Dean Row Village Hall, Wilmslow, (am+pm). Emma 07989 341972 Stretch-n-Grow, Aldlerley Edge Library, London Rd, Alderley Edge, (am). (01477) 571802 Baby Rhyme Time, Alderley Edge Library, London Rd, Alderley Edge, 2.15-2.45pm (term time only). 01625 374030 Also see local Children’s Centre including Oakenclough and Poynton - (01625) 374180

Wilmslow & Alderley Edge MONDAY Song & Rhymes, Wilmslow Methodist Church, 9.30-10am, 10.10-10.40am & 10.45-11.15am. Judith (01625) 528892 Catterpillar Music, Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow, (am). Jan (01925) 860459 Sally Williams Baby Ballet, Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow, (pm). Sally (01625) 585070 Story Time (U5’s), Wilmslow Library, South Drive, Wilmslow, 11-11.30am (term time only). (01625) 374060 Little Strikers pre-school football, Parish Hall,The Carrs, Cliff Rd, Wilmslow (am). 07792 791382 Water Babies swimming,The Hallmark Hotel, Stanley Rd, Handforth, (pm). (01270) 611111

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