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GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS
WHERE: Didcot Civic Hall (18th& 19th) and Harwell Village Hall (27th) WHEN: 18th, 19th and 27th March Didcot Phoenix Drama Group will perform a hilarious retelling of the popular story of Goldilocks, with everything you expect from a pantomime - songs, jokes and a happy ever after. Brilliant fun for all the family. From £7.06 incl. booking fee didcotphoenixdrama.co.uk
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Spring Family Days
WHERE: Science Oxford Centre, Headington WHEN: Saturdays in March & April plus 12th - 14th & 19th - 21st April Children and grown-ups alike have fun experimenting with interactive exhibits in the Exploration Zone (2 hour session) - create and test flying designs at the Air Table,build a giant magnetic ball run, and test what’s hot and what’s not with the Curious Camera. Tickets include all day access to woodland and ponds. **The ever-popular Water Lab is back with a splash from April!** From £6.00. 01865 810000 scienceoxford.com/events
FAIRYTALE FARM EASTER EVENT
WHERE: Chipping Norton WHEN: 9th – 24th April Beautiful new interactive Easter display, where Mother Goose has been joined by some new friends. Join Ribberty Rabbit and get creative with a selection of Easter-themed crafts or play Easter Egg Bingo and find the colourful eggs on the ‘Enchanted Walk’ trail. 01608 238014 www.fairytalefarm.co.uk
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Love your Local Wildlife – Online
WHERE: Wildlife Trust WHEN: 10th March, 19.30 – 20.30 Join the Wildlife Trust for a look at the wildlife that is around us on a daily basis. Investigate some fascinating creatures that you might encounter when out and about and have the panel answer any of your questions about how you can help local wildlife. www.bbowt.org.uk/events
Saxon Open Day
WHERE: Cogges Manor Farm WHEN: 12th March Head along with all the family to Cogges Manor Farm and enjoy various Saxon-themed events including taster sessions in peg making and timber frame construction. This is all part of Cogges exciting community engagement project to build a replica Saxon House. www.cogges.org.uk
Nature Tots
WHERE: Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre WHEN: 14th & 18th March and 4th& 8th April, 9.30 (and 12.30 on Fridays) Join friendly Nature Tots staff and volunteers to explore the nature reserves and enjoy wildlife themed activities suitable for children aged 18 months to 4 years. £7.00 (90 minutes) www.bbowt.org.uk/events/
Private Peaceful
WHERE: Oxford Playhouse WHEN: 23rd – 26th March, 14.00 and 19.00 Adapted by Simon Reade from the award-winning book by Michael Morpurgo, this story of courage, devotion, family and friendship is set against the backdrop of WW1. Suitable for ages 9+ From £10.00 www.oxfordplayhouse.com/ events/01865 305 305
Hey little bird and Suitcase Stories – Play and Craft Workshop
WHERE: Wigod Way Wallingford Family Centre WHEN: 24th March, 10.00 – 12.00 Immerse yourself in an early years theatre and sensory play performance followed by a craft workshop where you’ll make a selection of bird puppets. Free www.wallingfordfamilycentre. com 01491 832940
Easter Adventures in Nature
WHERE: Greys Court, Henley WHEN: 8th – 25th April, 10.00 – 15.30 With colourful spring bulbs blooming, the gardens and estate to explore, Greys Court makes a lovely setting for a family Easter trail. Trails are £3 each, with a chocolate, or chocolate alternative, prize when you’ve finished. Entry from £6.50 www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Family Easter Trail: Find the Fox Cubs
WHERE: Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre WHEN: 11th – 14th April, 10.00 – 14.00 Spring is bursting out and the wildlife has woken up! Head along for fresh air and wildlife discoveries as you help mother fox find her missing cubs and discover the other baby animals hiding in the woods, ponds and meadows. A fun family trail for Easter with a small chocolate prize at the end. £4.00 per child. Booking essential. www.bbowt.org.uk/events/
I Spy With My Little Eye
WHERE: Cornerstone Art Centre, Didcot WHEN: 27th March, 14.30 Based on the brand-new picture book by Steven Lee (How the Koala Learnt to Hug), this beautifully interactive musical celebrates everything great about being a kid - and everything great about having one. £9.50 www.cornerstone-arts.org familiesonline.co.uk
