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Our learning experiences are engaging, led by children, and sprinkled with imagination and magic!

From 3 months to 5 years, babies and children explore and are inspired by our unique environment and fantastic outdoor learning opportunities.

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News & Views Boosting children’s selfesteem and life skills with Perform

Hampshire North Managing Editor Rebecca Carr editor@familieshampshirenorth.co.uk 07789 882 467 Advertising Claire Clarricoates claire.clarricoates@familiespublishing.co.uk What’s on listings compiled by Chloe Atkinson

A common struggle shared by many children is lack of confidence. This can stop some children reaching their full potential. Perform is a unique drama school that uses drama, dance and singing to help all children achieve their true potential – even those that are shy and reserved.

“Perform is not a stage school” stresses Perform Producer, Karen. “It teaches life skills through fun drama games and end of term shows. The real aim of the classes is to help children develop the 4Cs: Confidence, Concentration, Coordination and Communication.

“Classes are small with both a Producer and a Teacher. Children are offered a free trial and the Producer spends time beforehand with each parent establishing their goals. For instance, speaking more clearly or making eye contact when introduced to someone unfamiliar.”

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“Shy children often come to classes clinging to their parents. I can pretty much guarantee that within 5 or 6 classes, they will run in without waving goodbye” reports Karen.

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Putt the Magic Dragon… a Are you considering new Medieval Adventure divorce?

Golf opens in Basingstoke Basingstoke Golf Centre opens an exciting new medieval-themed leisure attraction in the form of ‘Knights Realm Adventure Golf’ this autumn. Featuring knights in armour and on horseback, a waterfall over a cave and its very own dragon, the 18-hole course is designed to be interactive fun throughout.

Mini-golfers will be quizzed on fun facts around the course whilst being challenged on their golf skills. This fantastic new facility is available for families, team building days, celebrations or just a fun day out with friends.

Knights Realm opens mid-September and booking is available online now for advance ticket sales. Follow on Facebook/ BasingstokeGolfCentre or visit www. knightsrealm.co.uk

It is a fact of life that not all marriages or relationships are successful. Sadly, one out of every two marriages today ends in divorce. If divorce or separation is on your mind it can be hard to stay calm and consider the implications. However, the Family Law team at Phillips Solicitors in Basingstoke is on hand offering careful guidance and tailored advice to get you through this difficult process.

Their objective is to help you achieve the best outcomes for you and your family and will listen to your concerns and discuss your options, letting you know what your rights are, as well as those of your former partner.

To find out more contact Phillips Solicitors on 01256 854633 or visit the website www.phillips-law.co.uk/family

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Clubs & Classes

Kumon South Basingstoke offers a world class education for your child Kumon is the UK’s largest supplementary education provider, offering individualised maths and English programmes to help any child of any ability to progress and reach their potential. The unique Kumon Maths and English Programmes pursue the potential of each child by developing confident, independent learners through individualised, advanced study.

Following a free assessment, students will start studying the programmes at a point that is specific to their needs and ability. The current age range of students at the centre is 4 to 14 years old. However, the centre welcomes children of all ages and abilities, whether they require further support to succeed academically or are seeking an additional challenge so they can fulfil their potential.

Local children’s speech and language therapist As an experienced speech and language therapist (SLT), Yvonne Hedgecock feels she is very fortunate to have a profession that she loves. “It is very special to see the relief on parents’ faces when they realise that there is someone who understands how they are feeling about their child’s speech or language difficulty who can help them. I love seeing the delight on the younger children’s faces as they rush in ready to play “Yvonne’s games!” And it is great to work alongside the older children to help them achieve their goals. I enjoy helping parents to gain the confidence and skills to help their children’s speech and language development”.

Having worked for many years within the NHS, Yvonne now offers a private service which means she can use her extensive knowledge and experience to see children for assessment or therapy without the constraints of a waiting list. Her particular areas of interest are speech sound difficulties, stammering, hearing impairment including glue ear, cleft palate and nasal speech.

If you have any concerns about your child’s speech or language, contact Yvonne for a discussion and no obligation chat on how she may be able to help. Call 07532 228992 or yh.slt@btinternet.com

South Basingstoke Kumon Centre has a team of highly trained assistants. Together, working towards maintaining an efficient and effective learning environment, support the students’ development academically and help build confidence and self-learning skills.

Classes take place at St Andrews Methodist Church, Basingstoke, RG22 6ER to book a class or find out more call Jo on 01256 533234 - free two week trial is available.

Digital citizenship classes required for children The internet and social media are a permanent part of modern childhood and for most children they offer huge opportunities to learn and connect, according to the Children’s Commissioner for England.

However, children are now the internet’s biggest users and Anne Longfield believes they have inadequate skills to negotiate their lives online and are frequently giving away personal information.

Ms Longfield recommends interventions from government to make sure children are better equipped to make safe and informed choices online. She recommends that children should study “digital citizenship” to learn about their rights and responsibilities online and that social media companies should rewrite their terms and conditions in far simpler language.

Children already learn about using the internet and staying safe online at school but Ms Longfield wants to make this learning part of the curriculum from age 4 with the focus on ‘digital resilience.’

She has produced a ‘Digital 5 a Day’ guide which sets out ways in which families can make sure time online time is productive. This guide can act as a base for family agreements about internet and device use during term and holiday time.

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Clubs & Classes

The Story Frog pre-school literacy classes start this September The Story Frog is an original phonics and literacy preschool class which aims to support parents and caregivers in teaching their children early reading and writing skills through play.

Classes are imaginative, fun and aim to develop a love of stories and learning. All children learn at different rates and the classes are about developing their confidence in a fun and nurturing environment.

Transform your child’s confidence in Maths Caroline Cutress, a former Maths teacher, believes that it only takes a small amount of extra Maths practice at home to transform your child’s self-esteem.

Drawing on over 20 years teaching experience, much of which was gained in one of Hampshire’s most successful schools, Caroline devised ‘Maths Club by Post’ for 6-12 year-olds. Maths Club by Post delivers a fun workbook direct to your child’s letterbox.

Each month, members receive their packs which include puzzles, mazes, crosswords, colouring problems, codewords and games. Once completed, the workbooks can be returned to Caroline for marking by FREEPOST. For more information about Maths Club

by Post, and to get your child’s free first workbook, visit mathsclubbypost.co.uk

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Preschool Literacy Classes Fun, inspiring stories and activities Support your child to develop early reading and writing skills Drop in or book online Yateley Village Hall Tues at 10:00 Frimley Lodge Park Wed at 1:00

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Sessions are all based on children’s stories and include activities to develop motor skills and phonic recognition. Activities include; painting and drawing, cutting and sticking, joining skills, and sensory exploration.

Classes start in September in Yateley and Frimley Lodge Park. For more information email thestoryfroglouisesimpson@gmail.com

Perform weekly drama, dance and singing classes for 4-12s Perform is a unique children’s drama school that has a special emphasis on child development. Perform uses a mix of drama, dance and singing to bring out every child’s full potential. Run by highly experienced actor-teachers, in small groups, Perform classes focus on developing the 4 Cs: Confidence, Communication, Coordination, and Concentration.

The perform curriculum ensures plenty of fun, using a mix of energetic games, catchy songs and funky dances. All class materials are written by Perform, with apps, CDs and videos that the children can play at home to keep the magic alive. Classes available in Basingstoke, Bramley, Fleet and Hook.

Perform offer no-obligation free trial sessions. Call 020 7255 9120 or visit www.perform.org. uk/try to book a free class today.

Learn to swim at Basingstoke Aquadrome and Tadley Pool Have you ever gone to the seaside or on holiday and been on constant alert when your children go anywhere near the sea or the swimming pool?

Swimming is an essential life skill which enables you to enjoy water parks, holiday destinations and it’s really good exercise too.

Get enrolled to learn to swim at Basingstoke Aquadrome or Tadley Pool so the next time you want to enjoy being in the water, you can be confident of their safety. For more information, visit the website at www.basingstokeleisure.com or email janette.osborne1@serco.com to enquire about signing up.

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Education news

Children at Jubilee’s nurseries celebrate graduation day Jubilee Day Nursery and Jubilee Gems Nursery in Padworth, West Berkshire, enjoyed celebrating the achievements of over one hundred children earlier this summer as they graduated. The nurseries, renowned in the area for their outdoor learning ethos with exclusive woodland and farm, created a special day for families and dedicated practitioners. A graduation ceremony, complete with caps, gowns, official photographs and goodie bags for the children was followed by a celebratory picnic and fun day with a wide variety of stalls, activities and a circus skills entertainer.

Dr Olwen Wright joins St Nicholas’s School as their new Headmistress The staff and governors are delighted to announce that Dr Olwen Wright has taken up the role of Headmistress of St Nicholas’ School.

“I am honoured to have the opportunity to lead such a fantastic school in the next stage of its development. St Nicholas’ School has, at its heart, the nurturing of every individual and its philosophy of childcentred education is one that I share.”

Before embarking on their journey to primary school, children go on to enjoy a dedicated outdoor learning facility at Jubilee called Summer School, where they continue to learn, play, enjoy special themed weeks including visits from the Emergency Services, Forest Schools and learn to ride their bicycles.

Lesley Thompson, Senior Nursery Manager said, “The earliest years of a child’s life are some of the most important and the most precious. We hope, alongside parents, we have provided some truly unique, magical moments and memories during the time we have had the privilege of caring for the children. They leave us as confident and independent young learners and are very well prepared for the next stage of their lifelong learning journey.”

For further information contact Trish Gannon on 07585 331788 or 0118 971 3840. More information can be found at www.jubileedaynursery.co.uk and www.jubileegems.co.uk

Dr Wright was a founding member of Sherfield School when it opened in 2004 and she held various management positions, most recently Head of Seniors and Head of Boarding. As well as the day-to-day management of the senior school, she was responsible for pastoral care and safeguarding and played a significant role in the strategic development of the whole school. Dr Wright has been a Team Inspector for the Independent Schools Inspectorate since 2010 and has inspected a variety of day, boarding, single sex and coeducational establishments.

Dr Wright is a highly qualified and dedicated English teacher and has taught in both the private and maintained sectors. She has also lived and worked in a number of countries and has travelled extensively.

Dr Wright has taught English Language and Literature GCSE, A Level and the International Baccalaureate. Until recently, she was a GCSE Language Examiner for Edexcel.

To find out more about St Nicholas’ School visit www.st-nicholas.hants.sch.uk

Only half of pre-school children being read to daily The number of toddlers being read to daily has dropped by 20% since 2013, according to recent research. The annual Understanding the Children’s Book Consumer survey from Nielsen Book Research found that while 69% of preschool children were read to daily in 2013, that figure had now dropped to just 51%.

The study found parents complained of obstacles preventing them from reading to their children. Nearly a fifth said it was hard to find the energy at the end of the day, whilst 16% said their child would rather do other things. One in five parents don’t feel comfortable in bookshops, and nearly half are overwhelmed by the choice of children’s books.

Publishers Egmont, who co-funded the research, said the decline correlated with an increase of almost a fifth in the proportion of toddlers watching online video content daily, and warned that the “steep decline” in reading to young children “signalled a significant threat to child development, with potential long-term social impact.”

Is curiosity key to early childhood success?

New research links curiosity levels in young children with later academic success.

Researchers from the University of Michigan assessed the reading and maths ability of 6,200 kindergarten children and found that the children of parents who reported their child’s behaviour as highly curious did the best at school, regardless of socioeconomic status. The results were consistent for both boys and girls.

The children’s reading and maths scores were consistently better the more curious they were. That was true even when the students weren’t very good at a self-control measure called “effortful control,” which tracks how attentive and persistent students are when completing tasks.

“Even if a child manifests low effortful control, higher curiosity may be associated with more optimal academic achievement,” the authors of the study wrote.

The study, published in the journal Pediatric Research said that that cultivating curiosity in children, especially in those from deprived backgrounds may be a valuable way of fostering academic achievement.

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More than a third of parents think homework is unhelpful According to a recent Ofsted report, more than a third of parents said homework isn’t helpful to their children in primary school.

Many parents said homework was a huge cause of stress for the whole family and had a negative impact on home life.

Nearly three quarters of parents thought allowing children more time at school to plan and get ready for lessons through research was a better alternative to homework.

Parents gave some very clear messages about homework, both negative and positive. Those who spoke positively said that homework enables them to feel part of their child’s learning and that it helps them to support that learning with other activities, such as visits to museums and home projects. The discipline, planning and time management skills that homework gives children were welcomed and homework was viewed as a way of promoting independent learning.

More information available at www.gov.uk/ government/publications/ofsted-parentspanel

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Making the best of school open days This autumn, state and independent schools will be opening their doors to prospective pupils and their parents to give them a flavour of life at their school.

Claire Winter has the lowdown on how to get the best out of these Open Days and tours.

What is an open day?

Independent School Open Days on a Saturday. All schools put a lot of care and organisation into the events and they all want to show their school in the best light. However, there may be a lot of people attending so do be sure to turn up on time and follow the school’s directions during the event.

School open days help you decide what Tips for visiting an open day school you want your child to go to. During an open day, prospective parents are shown • Take your child with you. There is no around the school, often on a school day, to point in falling in love with a school only give them a flavour of the working life of the to find your child does not want to go school and the school environment. You will there. be able to see the children in lesson and talk • What is your general feeling about to the teachers and pupils. the school? Your gut reaction is very important.

Sometimes pupils are given the task of showing parents around the school. This is • Do the pupils look happy and engaged? a great opportunity to ask them how they enjoy being at the school. How settled, • Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Make relaxed and confident these children are sure you ask the pupils what they think of can give you an idea of how happy the the school. children are there. Usually, the head teacher • Don’t make decisions on individual or a senior member of staff also gives a teachers. They often move on and large talk which includes a general overview of departments have a variety of teachers the school and its values and ethos. This is that will rotate every year to teach your often followed by a presentation by the head child a particular subject. of admissions or the relevant head of the section of the school (for example, head of • If your child has a particular interest reception, or sixth form). in a subject, make sure you visit the department and look at the kind of work When are they held? they will be doing.

State schools generally hold Open Days in September and October aimed at children and families looking for a school place for the following year. It’s a good idea to start looking a year in advance. So if your child is starting school, start looking at schools when they are three. If you are looking for secondary school places, start looking in year 5 (when your child is nine or ten). You can then revisit the schools you are most interested in with your child the following year.

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What extra-curricular activities do they have? Are there clubs that will engage your child and allow them to pursue a broad range of interests?

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While exam results aren’t everything, every parent wants their child to do well.

Academic performance is a top priority for many families. It’s a good idea to see how the school is performing compared to other local schools, using exam league tables and Ofsted reports.

Independent schools often hold Open Days throughout the Autumn and Spring terms.

They can have waiting lists for Receptionage children or require children to take a school-specific 7+ or 11+ exam to gain a place, so you need find out the criteria for entry to the school and visit well in advance.

If, after the all your initial visits, you are still undecided, go back and visit the schools on your shortlist again during a normal working day.

How are open days organised?

Schools organise Open Evenings as well as days to allow working parents to visit the school too. Some schools (mainly independent) hold Open Days familiesonline.co.uk

Finally, in making your decision, don’t be afraid to trust your instincts; you know your child and you are best placed to ascertain what is right for them. If your child is older, do take account of their preferences too and include them in the decision making process.

The best decision will undoubtedly be the one you all agree.

Eagle House School

Sandhurst GU47 8PH 01344 772134 www.eaglehouseschool.com Saturday 6 October 10am - 12.30pm Eagle House is a coeducational Prep School for 3-13 year olds, located in Sandhurst, Berkshire. The school’s superb grounds and excellent facilities are the background to an experience where success, confidence and happiness are paramount. Superb teaching, new technology and a focus on the basics mean that children make good progress and love to be in the classroom. Independent learning is a focus for all and our dynamic extra-curricular Golden Eagle programme, along with drama, music and sport help to ensure all pupils are learning for life.

St Neots Preparatory School

Eversley, Hook RG27 0PN 0118 973 2118 www.stneotsprep.co.uk Saturday 6 October, 10am St Neot’s is a co-educational preparatory school in a wonderful rural setting in the north east corner of Hampshire. Children, ages 2-13 years gain an outstanding education in a family centred environment, where happiness is seen as the key to success. Please call to book a place.

St Nicholas’ School

Church Crookham, Fleet, GU52 0RF 01252 850121 www.st-nicholas.hants.sch.uk Saturday 6 October 10am-1pm St Nicholas’ School is a highly regarded independent day school, educating girls from 3-16 years and boys from 3-7 years, set in beautiful surroundings they have superb facilities, including a full-size sports hall, multi use games facility, a large art and textiles centre, four dedicated science laboratories and specialist facilities for music, ICT, food-technology and drama. The school maintains its excellent track record for GCSE results and in 2015 it achieved the highest rating “Excellent” in its ISI Inspection.

Yateley Manor

Yateley, GU46 7UQ 01252 405500 www.yateleymanor.com Friday 28 September, 10am Saturday 13 October, 10am Co-educational day school 3 -13 years with excellent academic results and inspirational teaching in superb facilities including woodland learning area, modern language suites and creative and performing arts building. Inclusive and simple fee structure and work friendly hours. Coaches from Camberley, Farnborough, Fleet, Odiham and Hook. Call to book your place.

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Independent or State Education for your child?

Olivia Malaure talks to Frances Delaney, a parent whose child has experienced both types of school.

If you are fortunate enough to be able to choose where your child will go to school, then it might help to look at the bigger picture and leap forward twelve years.

Has your daughter experienced more academic pressure at her new school?

Recent statistics show that students from state schools out-perform students from independent (private) schools at university.

However, before you allocate your tuition fees to more leisurely pursuits, consider that these statistics also show that students from independent schools are more likely to gain a place at university in the first place.

Right now, the idea of your young child reaching university age may seem unimaginable, but it pays to do your research early. And, when you do, it’s hard to ignore the fiery discussion about the moral, financial and practical issues that catapult from any search engine as you try to weigh up the ‘pros and cons’ of state versus independent education.

I spoke to Frances Delaney, a parent who made the decision to move her daughter from a state to an independent school at the beginning of Year 6.

Why did you make this change?

Firstly, I wasn’t confident that my daughter would get into our preferred, local state secondary school. I also wanted her to attend a school with an integrated sixth form, rather than have to transition to a large college later on. Crucially though, my daughter’s teacher, who I really respected, suggested she was playing up in class and was possibly bored because in Year 5, along with a number of other children, she’d actually reached Year 6 grades. I wanted my child to reach her full potential but her teacher couldn’t help further as her priority had to be improving the grades of those children who were under-performing.

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Was it an easy decision?

No actually, it was very difficult. My partner was politically opposed to private education - we both went to state schools. But we’d had the experience of our elder son completing his education at a large state college where he just didn’t “fit in.” He felt he didn’t do as well as he could have done at a smaller private school. It took my partner a lot of convincing, but I wanted our daughter to have the best educational experience possible and my gut feeling was that she would perform better at an independent school. We were in a position where we could afford the fees and so we decided to move her.

Looking back, do you feel you made the right decision?

That’s a difficult question and I don’t have a definitive answer. She is happy and confident and doing well at school, so that is very positive. She is still in touch with her friends from state school and it seems they’re also happy and doing well too, so it’s hard to tell what would have happened had she remained in the state sector.

Yes, and the pressure comes from both parents and the school. But, truthfully, I’m paying to ensure that she reaches her full potential and so pressure is part of that. My daughter thrives in that type of environment but I can see that it could be stressful for children who aren’t meeting expectations, or who excel in one particular subject area rather than being an academic all-rounder. Having said I would imagine that children in good state secondary schools are also under a lot of academic pressure too.

At my daughter’s school, there is not an automatic entry into the sixth form so there is constant discussion about what she can achieve and how she will achieve it. Obviously, this isn’t the case in all independent schools.

Do you have any advice for parents who are having difficulty making a decision between a good local state school and a private school?

Look at the environment in which your child thrives and explore how they learn. Think about how they would deal with regular tests and exams. If they are at senior school level, find out what subjects are on offer in the sixth form, and if they are in line with your child’s interests.

Some state schools offer a wider variety of subjects than some smaller private schools with limited more resources. The advantage of an independent primary school is that you are training your child for the private system and this training has its advantages. In my opinion the kids who are attending independent schools are not better or brighter, just more prepared.

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My kids can’t eat that!

Tackling food allergies and intolerances If your child suffers with any type of food reaction, you are not alone. The latest surveys estimate that true food allergies affect up to 8% of children. Between 1997 and 2007, the number of reported cases of food allergy in children increased by 18%. In a similar timeframe, peanut allergy more than tripled in those under age 18, going from 0.4% in 1997 to 1.4% in 2008.

This does also not take into account the number of children with food sensitivities and intolerances, coeliac disease (an autoimmune condition triggered by eating food containing gluten) or related atopic conditions such as asthma, eczema and allergic rhinitis.

What is a food allergy?

An allergy occurs when your immune system responds aggressively to a harmless environmental substance. This can include foods but also things like pollen, animal dander, dust, mould. nickel, copper, and latex.

These allergens can affect various parts of the body and cause a range of symptoms which may affect: the nasal passage (itchy, stuffy and/or runny nose, postnasal drip); the mouth area (tingling sensation, swollen mouth and lips, itchy throat); the eyes (swollen, itchy, red eyes); respiratory (wheezing, coughing, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath); the skin (hives, rashes, swelling); and gastrointestinal (stomach cramps, vomiting, diarrhoea).

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Top 14 major allergens identified on food packaging The following are the 14 major allergens identified on UK and European packaging, by law. You will often see these highlighted in bold on the ingredients list.

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Celery (including celeriac)

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Cereals containing gluten (wheat, barley, rye, oats, spelt, kamut)

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Crustacea (such as crabs, crayfish, lobster and prawns)

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Egg

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Lupin

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Milk (including lactose)

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The most common food allergies in children are:

Molluscs (such as cockles, mussels and oysters)

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cow’s milk

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fish and shellfish

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soybeans (and related products)

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Sulphur dioxide and sulphites

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tree nuts (e.g. almonds, pistachios, hazelnuts, walnuts, cashews, pecans, Brazils, macadamia nuts)

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Tree nuts (almond, Brazil nut, cashew, hazelnut, pecan, pistachio, macadamia nut, walnut)

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wheat and gluten containing grains (barley, rye)

Symptoms can occur from minutes to days after exposure, ranging from mild to severe.

Different types of food allergy trigger different types of immune response.

A true food allergy is known as an IgE-mediated food allergy. This can be associated with anaphylaxis, a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. Many people prone to anaphylaxis carry self-injecting epinephrine pens in case of emergencies.

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If you are concerned about your child’s diet, ask your GP to refer you to a nutritionist or dietician to guide you through a new meal plan and recommend nutritional supplements.

Immune supporting foods

Testing If you do suspect your child may be reacting to certain foods, speak to your GP about allergy testing. Depending on the suspected type of reaction, tests may involve skin prick tests or blood tests. In some cases, you will be referred to an allergy clinic to undertake these tests. If certain foods are identified, it is essential these are completely removed from the diet. You will also need to avoid cross contamination with these foods when not eating at home.

Nutritional support One of the concerns many parents have when their child is diagnosed with a food reaction is what they can eat and how to ensure they are getting the required nutrients.

Fortunately, there are now many supermarket free-from products available for easy substitutions. Some are fortified with certain vitamins and minerals. For instance, many milk alternatives contain added vitamin D and calcium to support bone health. Remember though that just because a product is free-from does not mean it is healthy. Many free-from products are highly refined and nutrient poor and can upset a child’s blood-sugar levels. Prepared foods, such as free-from breads, can be useful, but cooking from scratch frequently is the healthiest and safest option.

Supporting the health of your child’s immune system is important since it is the imbalance in the immune response that triggers their allergy. This means looking at your child’s digestive health since over 70% of the immune cells lie in the gut and probiotic supplements and fermented foods like yogurts (coconut or dairy), kefir (coconut or dairy), sauerkraut, water kefir, kombucha and kimchi are often recommended. They may not all be tolerated by your child but consider including some daily. Children also need plenty of fibre to support gut health. Avoid white refined foods and include plenty of starchy vegetables (carrots, sweet potato, potato, beetroot, yams) and some wholegrains like rice or oats.

In addition, healthy fats, particularly the essential omega-3 fatty acids and monounsaturated fats (found in avocado, olives and nuts) reduce inflammation and help modulate the immune response and support gut health. So, if your child can eat fish, aim to serve it 2 or 3 times a week, especially oily fish (salmon, trout, mackerel, sardines). These also provide vitamins A and D which are important for a healthy immune system.

Christine Bailey is the author of My Kids Can’t Eat That: How to Deal with Allergies and Intolerances in Children (Nourish Books 2018). It contains details on useful herbs, spices and foods to support immune health, specific foods that can help lower histamine and reduce the symptoms of allergic reaction and a wealth of great substitute foods for all the common food allergens.

Having a food allergy does not mean your child will miss out on their favourite foods. There are many savvy ways to replace common allergen foods with alternatives in your cooking.

Take eggs for example – these can be replaced with various alternatives in many recipes.

Cooking Swaps

In baking, you can replace one egg with any of the following: •

1tbsp agar flakes soaked in 2 tbsp hot water to dissolve

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4 tbsp drained liquid from a can of chickpeas (known as aquafaba)

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60g of apple puree

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½ a mashed banana

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1tbsp chia seeds soaked in 3 tbsp water for 10 minutes before use

1 tbsp ground flaxseed soaked in 3 tbsp water for 10 minutes before using

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2 tbsp chickpea flour in 3 tbsp water

60g Greek yogurt, coconut yogurt or soy yogurt

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2 tbsp potato flour, arrowroot or cornflour with a little water

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Get Fit with Your Family Encouraging your family to exercise is important in order to keep them fit and healthy and to protect them against serious health problems such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and mental conditions like depression.

Inactive children are likely to become even less active during adulthood, but you can help prevent this by making family activities and fitness a part of your child’s life at an early age.

By making time to exercise together as a family, you can spend fun, quality time with your kids whilst helping them form healthy habits for life.

Here are some tips for making that happen:

Create a schedule One of the biggest mistakes families make when starting an exercise programme is expecting things to just fall into place.

Unfortunately, most families need a set exercise schedule. Consider starting with two or three exercise “appointments” each week and marking these on your calendar.

Make sure your children know when you’re going to exercise so they don’t make plans during those times.

Make it interesting Many families want to exercise together but find that exercise can be incredibly boring. It doesn’t have to be! Whatever your exercise of choice, there are ways you can spice things up and keep them interesting. For example, you could listen to fun music while you exercise. You could go walking – or running - in a different park or neighbourhood. You could try a dancing video game. You could play a working-out video game like Pokemon Go or ‘Train like a Jedi’ play along video on www.nhs.uk/ change4life. You could even sign up for a dance class together. Don’t be afraid to get creative with your exercise options.

Focus on togetherness Make sure you focus on building your relationship as you exercise. Your goal shouldn’t be to compete with one another or be better than each other. Instead, use this time to talk, share experiences and grow together as a family. Something as simple as asking your kids what made them laugh that day, or what made them sad or angry, can go a long way towards opening a good discussion. You can also allow your kids to take turns choosing what form of exercise you’ll undertake. This will make them feel included and important.

Book family classes Find out about fitness classes that are offered for parents and kids together, such as swimming, aerobics or yoga. These exercises help strengthen the body and mind, and doing them as a family provides another way for you to all spend quality time together.

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What’s on

September & October Your essential guide to family events this September & October. We take great care in compiling our events guide, but check with the venues before you leave home just in case times or prices have changed since we went to print.

To promote your local event, nearly new sale, theatre shows or community event in the next what’s on guide please email editor@familieshampshirenorth.co.uk Opens Mid September Knights Realm Basingstoke Golf Centre Basingstoke, RG22 6PG Basingstoke Golf Centre opens an exciting new medieval-themed leisure attraction ‘Knights Realm Adventure Golf’ this autumn.

Featuring knights in armour and on horseback, a waterfall over a cave and its very own dragon, the 18-hole course is designed to be interactive fun throughout.

Until 18 November The Highway Rat Activity Trail Alice Holt Forest Farnham, GU10 4LS Go insearch of 10 Highway Ratthemed panels, each with fun facts and activities to try. As you go, look out for characters from the story, complete four rubbings and take your picture with the lifesized Highway Rat poster!

Until 30 September The Lost Tapestries family trail The Vyne Basingstoke, RG24 9HL On this family trail, help recover and fit together jigsaw pieces of oriental tapestries hidden in nooks and crannies across the grounds.

Young explorers will love this quest through ancient grounds in search of little boxes containing jigsaw pieces.

5, 12, 19 & 26 September Buggy Fit Alice Holt Forest Farnham, GU10 4LS A fun and a great outdoor experience for you and your little one with other mums. 10am. Call Helena on 07734 406579 to book.

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7 September Roller Disco The Harlington Fleet, GU51 4BY Family friendly, fun, exciting and great exercise! 6-9pm, All ages £5 (including skate hire).

8 & 9 September Heroes at Highclere Highclere Castle Newbury, RG20 9RN The Earl and Countess of Carnarvon have chosen this weekend to welcome you to Highclere to mark the centenary with costumes, vintage cars and planes, exhibitions, cream tea and castle tours. Join us to raise money to support those who serve and those who save in today’s world.

9am – 6.30pm.

9 September Buggy Running Alice Holt Forest Farnham, GU10 4LS Buggy Running Events are aimed at getting kids outdoors whilst parents can keep fit, allowing everyone to be more active together. Each course, depending on the location, will be between 3-3.5 miles.

15 September Historic Houses & Gardens The Vyne Basingstoke, RG24 9HL Enjoy a stroll through the grounds of The Vyne, a former Tudor palace recently rescued in a £5.4m roof project and explore the house which played host to a royal visit argued to have impacted the course of the Reformation.

12, 19, 26 September After School Club Runway’s End Aldershot, GU11 2RE A different activity will be offered each week. Age range 8 to 14.

Please note that as places are limited you will be required to book a full half term. Minimum number for session to run is 6 students. 4.30-6pm. £8 per week.

15 & 16 September Heritage Open Days The ‘Watercress Line’ Alresford, SO24 9JG Come and explore behind the scenes at our engineering hub at Ropley. Also learn about the roles women played on the railways in our display ‘Women on the Railway’ in the Viewing Gallery at Ropley. Tours are throughout the day and are free to access.

13 September Heritage Open Day Gilbert White’s House Selborne, GU34 3JH Experience this diverse and newly renovated museum for free and get the chance to look at artefacts not usually on display and hear stories about the amazing women that featured in the lives of Gilbert White, Frank Oates & Lawrence Oates.

15 & 16 September Heritage Open Days Petworth House Petworth GU28 0AE Take part in Britain’s largest festival of history and culture that brings together over 2,500 organisations to celebrate the country’s rich and diverse heritage. Visit Petworth free of charge on 15 & 16 September and

8 – 16 September (weekends) Theme: CSI Winchester Science Centre Winchester, SO21 1HZ Enjoy an interactive presenterled session where you will work together to solve a mystery using different CSI techniques then why not take the opportunity to meet and chat with experts from the exciting fields of crime and forensics! You can also create a DNA bracelet and fingerprint art in our Invention Studio. £11 per person.

8 September & 13 October Meet the Lacemakers Jane Austen’s House Museum Chawton, GU34 1SD Come and meet members of the Alresford Lacemaking Society as they demonstrate the art and craft of lacemaking. 11am – 3pm.

Normal admission charges apply

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15, 22 & 28 September Owls by Moonlight Hawk Conservancy Trust Andover, SP11 8DY Join us for a magical evening when you can step into the wonderful world of owls. Watch these mystical birds twist and turn through the night sky and duck as they skim silently over the top of your head. Tickets include a hot supper, chocolate brownie and a hot drink. 7pm.

15, 22, 29 September Fairground at Night Hollycombe Steam in The Country Liphook, GU30 7LP Step back in time to experience the magical nature of Hollycombe’s Edwardian fairground as the sights, sounds and smells all come alive as darkness falls! 7pm – 10pm. Adults £16, seniors £14, children £12.

Tickets are valid for a year.

16 September A Family Literary Festival Chawton House Alton, GU34 1SJ This exciting day event is a celebration of stories in all their myriad forms, and encourages a love of reading in the next generation. There’s so much to do!

From drama, singing and writing workshops to author talks and treasure hunts in and around the inspirational house and grounds of Jane’s ‘Great House’. Adults £20, children £15.

23 September Family Fun Day Sherfield School, Hook, RG27 0HU A celebration of school talent with live music, BBQ and lots of family fun. 11am - 4pm. Free Entry.

22 – 30 September (weekends) Theme: Jurassic Winchester Science Centre Winchester, SO21 1HZ Step back in time to 65 million years ago when dinosaurs roamed the Earth! Discover some of the wonders of the Jurassic period with our mini roaming dinosaur puppets and the opportunity to handle real fossils. £11 per person, including Explorer:Space zone and dinosaur-themed activities.

3, 10 & 17 October After School Club Runway’s End Aldershot, GU11 2RE A different activity will be offered familiesonline.co.uk

each week. Age range 8 to 14.

Please note that as places are limited you will be required to book a full half term. Minimum number for session to run is 6 students. 4.30-6pm. £8 per week 6 October Basingstoke Variety Show Mayor’s Concert The Anvil and The Forge Basingstoke, RG21 7QR Featuring a live house band, the show will include music, dance, theatre and more - a programme that will appeal to all. With over 300 local performers in a ‘one night only’ show, this evening should not be missed! 7.30pm.

Adults £16, Children and students £12 (includes £2 booking fee).

6, 13, 20, 27 October Owls by Moonlight Hawk Conservancy Trust Andover, SP11 8DY Join us for a magical evening when you can step into the wonderful world of owls. Watch these mystical birds twist and turn through the night sky and duck as they skim silently over the top of your head. Tickets include a hot supper, chocolate brownie and a hot drink. 7pm.

7 October Basingstoke Half Marathon War Memorial Park Basingstoke, RG21 4AG Known for the friendly welcome, traffic free roads and scenic course, this is a ‘must do’ race. The Basingstoke Half Marathon has built a reputation that puts it on a level with some of the great races in the south, yet retains a real community feel. 11am. From £33.

11 – 14 October The Gruffalo’s Child The Haymarket Basingstoke, RG21 7NW Join the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups, in the smash-hit West End show that’s toured Britain and the world!

Thurs 4.30pm, Fri, Sat & Sun 10.30am & 1.30pm. Tickets £14.50.

12 – 14 October OctoberFest Basingstoke Cricket & Sports Ground, Basingstoke, RG21 3DR There will be over 200 beers, ciders, wines and two gin bars from around the region. The main tent will be home for the weekend to some amazing bands with music for all tastes, children will be catered for as well with

7 October Mum2Mum Market Hatch Warren Community Centre Basingstoke, RG22 4XF Buy top quality baby and children’s second-hand goods at pop-up baby and children’s market nearly new sales. 2pm – 4pm. £2

19 October Roller Disco The Harlington, Fleet, GU51 4BY Family friendly, fun, exciting and great exercise! 6-9pm, All ages £5 (including skate hire).

19 – 21 October Autumn Steam Gala The ‘Watercress Line’ Alresford, SO24 9JG There will be lots of steam trains, including visiting guest engines and lots of trips included in this year’s Autumn Steam Gala. The miniature railway will also be running at Ropley. Adults £25, Child (aged 2-16 yrs) £13.

22 October Room on a Broom workshop The Lights, Andover, SP10 1AH Join Amanda for some magical fun as she brings this classic story to life. Fly through the wind and help the witch find her hat, her bow and her wand - but, will you be able to save her from the dragon when her broom snaps in two and she lands in a bog? 9:30am, 11am & 1pm. £5 (to include accompanying adult).

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6, 13 & 20 October Fairground at Night Hollycombe Steam in The Country Liphook, GU30 7LP Step back in time to experience the magical nature of Hollycombe’s Edwardian fairground as the sights, sounds and smells all come alive as darkness falls! 7pm – 10pm. Adults £16, seniors £14, children £12.

6 – 14 October (weekends) Theme: Sci-Fi Winchester Science Centre Winchester, SO21 1HZ To celebrate World Space Week 2018, Winchester Science Centre will be delivering live sci-fi shows exploring the science behind the fiction and answering some of your questions! Do aliens exist?

How would their spaceships be powered? And if you’re lucky, you may stumble across some familiar faces from your favourite sci-fi films & TV shows! £11 per person.

entertainment, rides, bouncy castles and theatre activities. £5.

New interactive Explorer:Space zone now open!

Extra activities and science shows every weekend, free with entry I Book online 3 days in advance and save 25%

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Halloween events & October Half Term 19 October – 5 November Theme: Fireworks Winchester Science Centre Winchester, SO21 1HZ Winchester Science Centre wants to spark your curiosity in the fascinating world of fireworks!

What makes them so colourful?

Why are they so noisy? How are they all so different? Join us to find out weekends and October Half Term. £11 per person, including Explorer:Space zone, live science show and Invention Studio activities. Planetarium tickets sold separately.

20 October Fairground at Night – Halloween Hollycombe Steam in The Country Liphook, GU30 7LP Enjoy Hollycombe’s Fairground at Night with a spooky theme, and experience the magical nature of the Victorian and Edwardian fairground as the sights, sounds and smells all come alive as darkness falls! Hollycombe’s railway will also be running with trips to the disused Quarry. There will be lots of Halloween games and a fancy dress competition, so come dressed to scare! 7pm – 10pm.

Adults £16, Seniors £14, children £12. Tickets are valid for a year.

20 - 28 October Hallo’welly’ween Wellington Country Park Berkshire RG7 1SP Head to Wellington Country Park this October half term for Hallo’welly’ween, an actionpacked week at ‘The Biggest Outdoor Play in Berkshire’! With a host of Halloween activities including children’s shows, pumpkin carving and slightly spooky train rides. All activities take place undercover excluding the Train Ride.

20- 28 October Boo at the Zoo Marwell Zoo Colden Common, SO21 1JH Visit Marwell Zoo during October half term and take part in their spooky activities before Halloween. Their resident wizard is putting

trainee flyers through their paces to earn their Level 3 broomstick license. Sessions last 20 minutes and take place each day in the ‘flying arena’ on the front lawn of Marwell hall on a first come first served basis.

Join, Esme, the scary witch at 11am, 1pm and 3pm for some creepy storytelling in the Haunted Hall. Plus, create your very own spellbinding wand (£1 fee applies).

20 - 28 October Half Term Fun Basingstoke Aquadrome Basingstoke RG22 6PG Head down to Basingstoke Aquadrome for a fun packed week of activities. Sessions include Under the Sea Splash & Play area for toddlers, Wave Rave Pool Party on Friday evenings, flumes, rapids water features for toddlers in the spa pool and beach.

20 - 31 October Happy Halloween Paultons Park Ower, Romsey SO51 6AL Happy Halloween returns this year and welcomes two spooktastic new attractions on selected dates throughout October.

20 October – 4 November Hallowe’en riddle trail The Vyne Basingstoke, RG24 9HL All is not as it seems in this topsy-turvy challenge; collect your trail sheet from Visitor Reception and look out for the lines of a riddle scattered across the grounds.

Hint: Don’t underestimate the power of ‘reflection’. Trail sheet £2.

Normal admission charges apply.

Ages 8+ 20 October – 4 November Hallowe’en pumpkin trail The Vyne, Basingstoke, RG24 9HL Young witches, ghosts and all manner of Halloween spooks can wander The Vyne’s grounds on this family trail. Ages 1-7. Trail sheet £2. Normal admission charges apply.

20 – 28 October Freaky Down Farm Finkley Down Farm Andover, SP11 6NF Visit the Spooky Stables, carve some pumpkins, watch our Halloween shows and meet our creepy characters.

22 October Room on a Broom Workshop The Lights, Andover, SP10 1AH Fly through the wind and help the witch find her hat, her bow and her wand - but, will you be able to save her from the dragon when her broom snaps in two

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Step back in time at Hollycombe this autumn!

Enjoy a trip down memory lane with the sights, sounds, smell and atmosphere of a vintage Edwardian Fairground at night, as Hollycombe Steam in the Country stages its popular Saturday evening openings in September and October.

Hollycombe offers visitors a nostalgic look at how the Victorians and Edwardians used steam as an instrument of work and play, and features a number of popular fairground sideshows of the period. With steam-driven rides such as the Razzle Dazzle (considered to be the world’s first ‘white knuckle ride’); the Gallopers and Swingboats plus the magnificent 102 year old Big Wheel offering evening views over the twinkling lights of the South Downs, a trip to Hollycombe offers visitors both nostalgia and a frisson of excitement! www.hollycombe.co.uk and she lands in a bog? A fun interactive session which lasts approximately an hour, for ages 2-5 years. 9.30am, 11am & 1pm. £5 (accompanying adult free).

the woods, we venture out to try den building, fire making, tracking and stalking, mud sculptures, environmental art, whittling, forest games, tree climbing, exploring the stream and more. For more details visit www.wild-learning.net.

Ages 5yrs+. 10.15am - 4pm. £38.

22 October Pinocchio The Lights, Andover, SP10 1AH When Geppetto carves Pinocchio, something magical happens. As the puppet takes shape it gradually comes to life, learns to walk and talk and takes on all the qualities of a mischievous little boy.

Pinocchio may be disobedient but he’s also inquisitive and brave and has the most amazing adventures where he earns the prize he most desires – to become a real live boy.

2.30pm. £7.50.

22 October – 26 October Half Term Holiday Club Winchester Science Centre Winchester, SO21 1HZ A science-themed holiday club for children age 5 - 9 years old based at Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium. Up to 24 children will be able to enjoy an exciting daily programme of science-themed activities utilising the Centre, its surrounding green spaces and workshop rooms. Activities will include creating and running experiments, physical and mental games and challenges and artsbased activities to help explore and explain the world around us.

22, 23 & 24 October Wild Learning Holiday Club Alice Holt Forest Farnham, GU10 4LS From the secret camp deep in

Fairground at Night!

Enjoy the special sights & sounds of a Traditional Steam Fair in the dark with all the lights on!

Many unique rides from the golden age of steam!

SATURDAY EVENINGS: 15, 22 & 29 Sept; 6, 13 & 20* Oct. Gates open at 6pm;

Rides from 7-10pm

Also open during the day on Sundays until 14 October Gates open at 11am; Rides from 12.30pm * Halloween theme – come in fancy dress!

Midhurst Road, Liphook, Hampshire GU30 7LP 01428 724 900 www.hollycombe.co.uk

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23 October Creepy Craft Club Alice Holt Forest Farnham, GU10 4LS All of our crafts will have a scary theme to help you decorate your house and perhaps add a unique touch to your Halloween costume! We’ll be combining guided outdoor exploration and games around the forest with indoor craft sessions using gathered natural materials.

Booking essential. 10am – 3pm. £20.

23 October Wild Things Play in a Day The Lights, Andover, SP10 1AH This is an exciting introduction to physical theatre with drama, music and movement. Children will love creating Max’s adventure to the land where monsters rule!

There will be a performance to family and friends at the end of the day. Please bring a packed lunch and something to drink. The play in a day is suitable for ages 6-10 years. 10am - 3pm. £16.50 24 October Daytime Games & Fun on Skates The Harlington, Fleet, GU51 4BY The Harlington have combined with ‘Disco Skate’ to bring the joy of ‘Roller Disco’ to Fleet! Family friendly, fun, exciting and great exercise! 2pm – 6pm, All ages £5 (including skate hire) .

24 October Family Puppet Workshop Basing House Basingstoke RG24 8AE The Wolfman? The Creature from the Black Lagoon? Which classic horror monster will you create as a split pin puppet? If you can brave Dr Frankenstein’s laboratory, why not try creating a terrifying vampire bat?! 10am – 5pm. £4 per person 24 & 25 October Peppa Pig’s Adventure The Anvil and The Forge Basingstoke, RG21 7QR Join Peppa as she gets ready to go on an exciting camping trip to the woods with George and her school friends, including Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep and Gerald Giraffe. Wed 1pm & 4pm, Thu 10am & 1pm. Adults £19, children £17.

24 & 26 October Owl-O-Ween Hawk Conservancy Trust Andover, SP11 8DY Prepare yourself and your little ones for a wickedly spook-tacular family evening this Halloween.

Create your own spooky crafts, listen to some ghostly story-telling and marvel at our owls as they put on a beautiful flying display against the backdrop of our moonlit grounds. All children must be accompanied by a full paying adult. Ticket includes hot dog, chocolate apple and hot drink. £17.50

25 October Spooky Animation Workshop The Lights, Andover, SP10 1AH Animated film-making. Create a spooky movie - make plasticine characters and then work in small groups to make them come to life!

We’ll create a frighteningly good film full of spooks, ghouls, ghosts, wizards and spiders! 10am (5-7 years old), £12.50 1.30pm (ages 8+), £16.50.

26 October Awesome Autumn The Lights, Andover, SP10 1AH Have fun joining in with songs and rhymes, and make your own leaf crown to take away at the end. This workshop will last approximately an hour and is suitable for ages 2-4. 10am, £5 (accompanying adult free).

26 October Halloween Party Hook Village Hall, Hook, RG27 9HH Lots of spooky fun and entertainment. Fancy dress

competition and party food. £1 per child.

To book call 01256 7674000 26 October Wannabe – The Spice Girls Show The Harlington, Fleet, GU51 4BY Spice Girls remain the biggest girl band of all time with 9 number 1 singles, 80 million record sales, world tours, movies and a musical to their name. Featuring your favourite Spice Girls hits, the Wannabe Show recreates the era of ‘Girl Power’ giving you a night to remember! 8pm, tickets £19.

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Half term fun at Paultons Park Visit Paultons Park this autumn and enjoy more than 70 wonderful rides and attractions included in the admission price.

Happy Halloween returns and welcomes two spooktastic new attractions on selected dates throughout October. The Legend of Paultons Manor is a spook-tacular theatrical show that follows the exploits of the Spirit Squad with spectacular illusions and slapstick comedy. The Big Boo Barns offers ghoulishly delightful farmyard fun for the whole family with mysterious and entertaining treats including Cornelius Corn and Professor Pumpkin!

There is now even more fun over in Peppa Pig World with the addition of two enchanting new rides, The Queen’s Flying Coach Ride and Grampy Rabbit’s Sailing Club. Don’t forget to visit Lost Kingdom, where dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes greet you at every turn. Take a Jurassic jeep expedition and ride two world class family coasters Flight of the Pterosaur and Velociraptor! www.paultonspark.co.uk familiesonline.co.uk

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COMING SEPTEMBER 2018 Learn more & book now at www.knightsrealm.co.uk Basingstoke Golf Centre West Ham Leisure Park, Worting Road, Basingstoke RG22 6PG

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