Families Hampshire North July/August 2016

ISSUE 15 | JULY/AUGUST 2016

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News and views What is Clinical Negligence?

Your bumper guide to the summer Fruity summer treats the kids will love!

What’s on - all the best local family events How to teach your child to ride a bike

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FREE Wednesday kids clubs at the Wellington Join the Wellington in Aldershot every Wednesday during the summer holidays for free activities for kids aged 3-10 years. There is something different each week, from Tom Tricks Magic Show & Balloon Modelling to Creation Station crafts and reptile holding!

Session times and spaces will be limited to first come first served. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. The Wellington Shopping Centre, Aldershot, GU11 1DB

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Big Friendly Read This years Summer Reading Challenge runs across the school holidays and is linking up with the global year-long Roald Dahl 100 celebrations, honouring the world's No.1 storyteller.

The Big Friendly Read will feature some of Roald Dahl's best-loved characters and the amazing artwork of his principal illustrator, Sir Quentin Blake. It will encourage reading on a giant scale and will feature themes such as invention, mischief and friendship as explored in Roald Dahl's books.

Children can sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge at their local library as the school summer term ends and the holidays begin there's no charge to participate!

Artspiration classes launch here in Hampshire After successfully running in Berkshire for 9 years, Artspiration is now opening its branches in Hampshire. They provide age specific Drawing and Painting lessons for children, many of whose portfolios have won various scholarships and awards.

The well measured servings of inspiration, instruction and exploration opportunities in various mediums that the children receive soon start guiding the children in their own self discovered paths. Their lessons are not limited to be an end in themselves, they are designed to extend beyond the classroom and open up inventiveness that keeps instilling self learning in the long run.

Locations will include Basingstoke, Andover, Fleet and Winchester. Classes will commence from September 2016.

For more information or to register your interest with them please email info@ artspiration.co.uk or call 01628 634418. www.artspiration.co.uk.

Kids Kan Dance classes for children 1 - 6 years Healthy eating everyday with the New Kenwood Spiralizer...coming soon!

Most of us parents struggle at times with keeping our children excited by meal times, especially about vegetables! The new Kenwood electric spiralizer puts the fun back into food, allowing you to turn everyday fruit and vegetables into a variety of spirals, noodles and ribbons! Launching later this summer, it serves as a great replacement for pasta and rice or even chips, so you and your family can enjoy healthier meals altogether.

Spiralizer is easy to use, mess free and can handle a variety of fruit and veg with no fuss!

What you’ll get with the Spiralizer • Two cones; Papardelle and Spaghetti to easily personalise your food • Durable stainless steel blades to effortlessly slice all types of fruit and vegetable • Quick and easy to use for simple, fresh and tasty dinners • Generous 0.5L container to catch all your vegetable spirals • Easy clean dishwasher safe parts

Did you know?

NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) says that one in 16 people in hospital pick up a nasty disease such as MRSA because someone hasn’t washed their hands. These diseases can be fatal.

Hand washing is a very simple task that, when carried out correctly, is one of the most effective ways of preventing the spread of infection. Even hands which appear clean can be carrying germs. ‘‘Experts have determined that washing your hands with hot water and soap for the time it takes to sing a verse of “Happy Birthday” should ensure any germs on your hands are destroyed. So sing while you wash!’’

How to wash your hands Wet your hands thoroughly before applying soap. Vigorously massage all surfaces of both your hands with lather. Remember to pay special attention to the finger tips, thumbs and the area between the fingers as these are all frequently missed. If you wear a ring, remember to wash the area underneath it.

Finally, make sure you rinse all the soap off your hands under running water, and then dry your hands thoroughly.

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Kids Kan Dance Basingstoke offers dance to children age 18 months to 6 years in various classes grouped by age. They pride themselves on offering classes that are fun and educational, teaching children the fundamental basics of dance and movement to help them continue with dance as they get older.

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ring Their syllabus is the fu n ch ild re ns perfect combination dance parties! of structure and creative movement and helps boost confidence, improve coordination and concentration and foster a love of dance, exercise and music. A fresh approach to early years dance and weekly themes mean the classes are the highlight of both childrens and parents time off together.

Email: kidskandance@gmail.com or visit www.kidskandance.co.uk

Kids Kan Dance with Mummy – 18 months to 3 years Kids Kan Dance – Preschool – 3 - 4 years Kids Kan Dance – Infants – 4 - 6 years

Perform Drama, Dance and Singing Workshops Perform is the only drama, dance and singing workshops for children to focus on helping develop children’s confidence, co-ordination, communication and concentration *READER OFFE skills. Perform R* is not a stage Book a FREE tri al session school but will before 30th Se ptember and help give your get a £30 disc ount. child amazing Quote FAML300 916 social skills and the best fun of their week.

From September to December, Perform children will be setting off on an exciting adventure around the world!

The children will learn catchy songs and funky dances along the way, as they discover the world with Philias Fog! Best of all, the children won't notice how much they are improving their social skills along the way.

HOOK Saturdays 9.30am and 11.15am Hook Community Centre, RG27 9NN 0845 400 4000 www.perform.org.uk enquiries@perform.org.uk

Visit Yateley Manor and discover all it has to offer A co-educational day school for boys and girls aged 3 -13 years with emphasis on the individual child and excellent academic results. Inspirational teaching in superb facilities and a safe, vibrant and stimulating environment. With 49 weeks of care for younger children and work friendly hours, they offer an inclusive and simple fee structure and coaches from Camberley, Farnborough, Fleet, Odiham and Hook. Call to book your visit on 01252 405500 or email registrar@yateleymanor.com Reading Road, Yateley GU46 7UQ

Is the Grandparent in your family a great storyteller?

Gransnet, the UK’s biggest online network for grandparents, and independent publisher Bobaloo Books have launched a nationwide competition to hunt for writing talent, seeking one winner who will receive a publishing contract from Bobaloo Books, and whose children’s book will be published spring 2017. Competition closes 31 July 2016. For information and competition terms and conditions, visit: www.gransnet.com/ competitions/2016/gransnet-writingcompetition

New Website for Families!

Look out for the launch of the fantastic new Families website in early July. Families magazine and much loved local website Mums in The Know have joined forces to become familiesonline.co.uk Destined to become the number 1 resource for local families, www.familiesonline.co.uk will have a network of over 340 hyper-local sites across the UK. Like our magazines, the local sites in North Hampshire are guaranteed to give users the very best ideas for spending time with their family locally.

You can look forward to seeing the best of the current site, including places to go and what’s on events and activities, education, childcare, classes and clubs and parties, as well as some great new features, including eating out and local services.

The site will be more comprehensive than ever and easier to use, offering inspirational ideas for things to do with the kids locally and helpful parenting tips and advice to support you and your family.

It’s in the same place, so visit familiesonline.co.uk and find your local site!

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Families Hampshire North are recruiting an Online Area Manager We are looking for an Area Manager for our Basingstoke area website. As an Area Manager you will enjoy a fun and flexible role that fits around you and your family life, whilst affording you a great challenge – and the opportunity to make money! There is no set up fee, you will receive training and will develop valuable new skills in the digital, print and social media marketing industry.

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knowledgeable about what’s on locally for families in the area, interested in working from home at times that suit you, be online savvy and a regular user of Facebook and Twitter, plus be able to write great articles which capture the imagination of local families.

To register your interest, please send a CV and covering letter to editor@familieshampshirenorth.co.uk

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What is Clinical Negligence?

Most medical treatment (whether under the NHS or in the private sector) is of a very high standard.

There are however times when this is not the case and mistakes do happen. These are rare and unfortunate events, which will often leave families requiring support and financial assistance.

If the care is such that it falls below a reasonable standard for that area of medicine then there may be entitlement to compensation, by bringing a claim for clinical negligence.

Clinical Negligence claims require the Claimant to prove two separate legal tests: that the healthcare professional failed in their duty of care and that this has caused avoidable harm.

If you have concerns about your medical treatment or the treatment of a family member/friend (by a medical professional in the NHS or privately/physiotherapist or dentist) it is sensible to obtain legal advice quickly, as there are strict time limits for bringing a claim.

Generally a claim for clinical negligence must be made within three years from the date of the negligent treatment. If you do not commence court proceedings within the three year period, you may be barred from bringing a claim. There are exceptions to this rule when acting for a child or somebody who lacks capacity or when the date of knowledge is at a later date.

to arrange an oncology referral leading to a delay in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.

Lamb Brooks have a highly experienced and dedicated team who can assist, if you have concerns about the treatment provided to you or a family member.

Please do not worry about the cost of making a claim, as most claims are handled under a Conditional Fee Agreement (No Win/No Fee).

Over the last few years we have successfully worked on many cases as diverse as the failure of an A & E department to correctly identify and treat a patient’s heart attack, to a GP who failed

At Lamb Brooks our specialist team will speak with you confidentially and free of charge. We will confirm whether you have a potential claim and we can then either help you consider making a complaint about the care and/or act on your behalf.

If you would like to discuss making a claim please contact Jane Lowe on jane.lowe@lambbrooks.com or 01256 305582

Do you think you have a Clinical Negligence Claim?

At Lamb Brooks our specialist Clinical Negligence Team can provide advice and support for a negligence claim arising from a variety of different situations:

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Failure to diagnose or misdiagnosis

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Avoidable complications at childbirth If you think you have a claim for any of the above or any other medical issue, telephone us to discuss your claim.

There is ‘No Win No Fee’ funding available.

For an appointment contact our Clinical Negligence Team today on: T—01256 844888 E—enquiries@lambbrooks.com W—www.lambbrooks.com

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Games, activities and trails at Gilbert Whites

Gilbert White & The Oates Collections in Selborne have great events coming up this summer, from sleepovers to Butterfly Hunting! With plenty of trails and fun outdoor sessions throughout the Summer Holidays for families, as well as wonderful grounds ideal for picnics, enjoying nature and letting off some steam.

They will be holding frequent craft Tuesday’s where you can make something to take home. The Summer Holiday’s sees the return of Gilbert’s Games (13th - 14th August), their biggest family event. Step back in time with Gilbert White and have a go at some of the sports and games popular in the 18th Century like Stool Ball or Aunt Sally. Learn about local crafts and try your hand at other past times such as melon rolling, archery and Regency Dancing! See our What’s On guide for more details of their summer events!

Experience Sky Walk with a Family Ticket to The Emirates Spinnaker Tower The Emirates Spinnaker Tower introduces a new, fun and informative animated film show for 2016 to start your experience. You’ll then be whisked up to 100 metres above the sea to discover the secrets of the landscape, with touch screen i-view interpretation, audio guides and an interactive ship finder. If you’re feeling brave, you can venture across the amazing glass Sky Walk, with virtually nothing between you Use the voucher and the waves, then take the helm below to receive a kids of the rib boat simulator! Finally ice cream for £1 at the head right up to the Sky Deck to Waterfront Café!* feel the energizing sea breeze in your hair from this open air top level. www.spinnakertower.co.uk

Discover Lost Kingdom - only at Paultons Park

New for 2016 is an amazing new Dinosaur Theme Park World, Lost Kingdom - only at Paultons Family Theme Park. Take a Jurassic jeep expedition at the Dino Tour Co., ride the Velociraptor boomerang coaster and soar high into the sky on The Flight of the Pterosaur – a new suspended family coaster!

Lost Kingdom also features life-like animatronic dinosaurs, Jurassic themed family rides, the Little Explorers’ Play Park and an amazing opportunity to come face to face with ‘living’, walking Dinosaurs at Alive – Dinosaur Encounter!

Discover Lost Kingdom and experience a journey to a lost land that will never be forgotten. www.paultonspark.co.uk

DON’T LOOK DOWN Experience our thrilling glass Sky Walk and so much more with a family ticket to Emirates Spinnaker Tower.

PLUS: KID’S ICE CREAM FOR JUST £1 when you buy a Kids Meal in Waterfront Café*

Book your family ticket online SPINNAKERTOWER.CO.UK *Families Solent offer. Cut out and redeem this voucher to claim your £1 ice cream. Valid 22 July – 4 September with the purchase of any meal from the Children’s Menu, including Kids Spinnaker Breakfast, Kids Jacket Potato, Lunch Box and Hot Lunch. Normal price ice cream £2. One discounted ice cream per Kids Meal purchased.

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A great value ticket Day Out With Thomas to last you all summer 6th -14th August

Blast off into space at Manydown Family Fun

Hollycombe Working Steam Museum offers a true ‘three generations’ visit, with a traditional fairground, train rides, working steam engines and woodland walks.

Find your way down to Manydown Family Fun's giant rocket maze during the summer holidays... it's going to be intergalactic fun!

Highlights of a visit include the ‘Razzle Dazzle’, the world’s first white-knuckle ride; Mr Field’s Steam Circus, the world’s oldest mechanically operated fairground ride and the stupendous views from the top of Hollycombe’s famous Big Wheel looking over the South Downs. The views are equally spectacular from Hollycombe’s Quarry Railway, a 2ft gauge, 1 ½ mile steam railway which pauses mid-trip to allow views over the South Downs and also the Sussex Weald.

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Then handle the chicks and rabbits in the new animal handling area, and experience the tractor ride. Enjoy the 'Human Rabbit Warren’; the giant inflatables; and the new crazy golf course! The Manydown Grand National continues for the summer season too. It is fun for all the family.

Manydown Family Fun is open 10am - 5pm, seven days a week from the 16th July to 4th of September, and also open weekends through September (weather permitting; check their website or Facebook for more information).

Hollycombe offers great value, as the entrance charge of £16 adults, £14 senior and £12 child (family tickets available) offers free return visits on the majority of open days for a calendar year.

Manydown Family Fun, 550 Worting Road, Basingstoke RG23 8PU

Hollycombe, Iron Hill, Liphook GU30 7LP

Thomas & Friends return to the Watercress Line for more family fun! Shake hands with the Fat Controller, meet Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends, take part in Thomas themed activities and ride the big steams trains all day! Free Thomas sticker and certificate for every child, plus activities, a bouncy slide, tea cup ride, children’s entertainer and Thomas tattoos! Ride with Thomas, Toad and Diesel for a great value family day out, not to be missed!

Make their day a Day Out With Thomas and book your tickets online at www.dayoutwiththomas.co.uk or simply pay on the day.

Summer Fun at Super Camps The school summer holidays are a time for children to have fun whilst keeping active in body and mind. Super Camps give children the opportunity to do just that, with a range of camps and courses to suit everyone.

Camps are full of great new activities for 2016, with a guarantee of water activities at all camps during the summer. You can also rest assured knowing that your children are at the best camp in town after receiving yet another Outstanding Ofsted rating in 2016. Call 01235 467300 to find your nearest Super Camp.

Amazing experiences at Sensory summer garden and family Sports Xtra Camps favourite characters at Festival Place Sports Xtra offer Summer Holiday Fun Camps in various venues across Basingstoke and North Hampshire for Children aged 5 to 12.

Try their amazing ‘Holiday Xperiences’, fantastic fun for every child, where they will try out a large variety of different Sports as well as activities such as their much loved Spy and Adventure Courses and lots more! Book online at www.sports-xtra.com or by calling 08453 716121. Prices from just £15 per day, 9am - 4pm.

This summer ‘let the fun shine’ at Festival Place shopping centre, Basingstoke with a line-up of family friendly activities.

Unwind in the super multi-sensory summer garden from 27th June, a relaxing haven whatever the weather. Chase & Marshall from PAW Patrol will be appearing during story time sessions, on the 24th July from 11am - 4pm.

Meet the Build-A-Bear mascot for teddy bear games and summer fun on the 7th and 21st August between 1pm and 3pm – bring your own bear! Then on the 29th August there will be Bank Holiday fun with children’s favourites Great BigHoo and Toodloo from the Twirlywoos at intervals between 11am and 4pm.

For details of all their summer events visit festivalplace.co.uk/summer

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Fruity summer Snowy Strawberries

Snacks

You will need:

This one is super easy and great to get the kids helping in the kitchen. Ideal for summer snacks, they can be kept in the freezer and brought out after a hot day at school.

How to make:

Cut the larger fruit into squares and squeeze some lime or lemon juice over them to prevent them from going brown.

Thin plastic straws

Lemon or lime juice

Wash the strawberries and trim the stalks and leaves off each one.

Put some of the Greek yoghurt in a bowl and roll each strawberry in the yoghurt. Lay them on a flat baking tray.

When you have covered all the fruit with the yoghurt, place the tray in the freezer on an empty shelf and leave to freeze overnight. You can then take them off the tray and store them in freezer bags until needed.

1 punnet strawberries

You will need:

1 large pot Greek yoghurt

Push the straws through the pieces of fruit one at a time – make sure you mix up the colours to make it look extra special.

Note: Children who are under four should not be offered whole grapes because of the danger of choking.

Healthy Banana Granola Bars These tasty bars are full of protein thanks to the hidden gems; quinoa and chia seeds.

How to make:

You will need: 120g oats 2 mashed bananas, 60g quinoa ¼ tsp salt, 1 tsp cinnamon 2 tbsp chia seeds, ½ tsp vanilla extract

50g butter or margarine Heat the oven to 350F degrees / 180C / Gas 4.

60g chopped almonds and pecans Grease and line a baking 40g dried cranberries tray roughly 20 cm square.

2 tbsp honey Mix together the quinoa, chia seeds, salt and cinnamon with the oats in a large bowl. Add the mashed banana and vanilla and then the nuts and dried fruit.

In a small saucepan, melt the butter or margarine over a low heat and add the honey. When melted, fold in to the granola mixture. Pour into the pan and press it down until it is level. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Cut into fingers while still warm and leave to cool completely.

Fruity Summer Rolls

Usually filled with tofu, herbs and noodles, they are a great snack and if you can find the rice paper wrappers in a local oriental food supplier, you can not only make those but also these amazing fruity rolls, perfect for lunch boxes.

Take the fruit you are going to use, wash and peel if necessary, then cut into very small, cubes.

Great for a lunchbox treat, these colourful snacks will soon disappear!

Mixture of fruit such as grapes, strawberries, kiwi fruit, pineapple, banana, apple

How to make:

How to make:

Fruity sticks

You will need: Rice paper wrappers Mixture of summer fruit; watermelon, strawberries, apple, pear, peach, mango, kiwi fruit etc.

Drizzle lime or lemon juice over the fruit to prevent browning and stir well to combine the fruits together.

Mint leaves (optional) Lime juice

Add a few small or torn mint leaves if your child likes them.

Place a small pile of the fruit at the centre of a rice paper wrapper. Roll one side in, then the two ends and finally roll it up.

Lay it on the open side to stop it falling open. If you like you can tie it with a chive or a small piece of string but this should be taken off before your child eats it. Place a few rolls in a small lunch box for your child’s packed lunch!

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SUMMER AT FESTIVAL PLACE

Thursday 21st July – Sunday 4th September This summer ‘let the fun shine’ at Festival Place shopping centre, Basingstoke with our line-up of family friendly activities.

SUMMER GARDEN FROM 27TH JUNE Unwind in our super multi-sensory summer garden, a relaxing haven whatever the weather.

BUILD-A-BEAR 7TH AND 21ST AUGUST, 1PM –3PM Come and meet the Build-A-Bear mascot for teddy bear games and summer fun – bring your own bear!

PAW PATROL 24TH JULY, 11AM – 4PM Chase & Marshall from PAW Patrol will be appearing during story time sessions, led by a narrator, at 11am, 12pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm.

TWIRLYWOOS 29TH AUGUST 11AM – 4PM Bank Holiday fun with children’s favourites Great BigHoo and Toodloo, with meet and greets at 11am, 12pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm.

For details of all our summer events, visit festivalplace.co.uk/summer Follow us on:

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Come to the (Steam) Fair!

We’ve scoured the area for local family events this July and August so you don’t have to! We take great care in compiling our events guide, but please contact venues before you leave home as things can change.

Until 9 July Heads and Tales Exhibition

Andover Museum, SP10 1DP 01264 366 283

Visitors can explore the past 2000 years of English Royalty through objects, interactives and a special Royal Bloop family trail that highlights the strange and horrible history of kings and queens. Free admission.

3 July North Camp Summer Fayre

Queens Road Recreation Ground Farnborough, GU14 6JX

The annual summer fayre and this year the theme is The Best of British - with stalls, funfair rides, arena displays and competitions.

1.30-5pm / Free entry.

3 July Brickfields Fun Day

Aldershot, GU11 3QJ. 08707 700 695

A fun day out with farm animals, Birds of Prey display, stalls and displays from local environment and wildlife groups, hot and cold refreshments, games, quizzes, cuddly toy tombola, cake stall and more. 11am - 4pm.

8 July Cheeky Monkey Tea Party The Royal School, Hindhead GU26 6BW, 01428 607977

Run by Haslemere and Midhurst NCT and is a turn-up event (no need to book). Refreshments and activities included for the entry fee. 9.30am - 12 pm / £3 donation per family.

9 – 10 July Teddy Bear Picnic

Spot the dot for FR EE events!

Visit Britain’s largest working traditional steam fairground and railway, and enjoy the rides including the unique Razzle Dazzle, the world’s first ‘white knuckle’ ride.

The rides may be old but the atmosphere is cordial and ideal for that relaxed, family day out. All the rides are included in the one-off admission price, and once you’ve paid, you can come back free as many times as you like for a year!

We run as many rides as we can on Sundays.

On other days, some rides may not run and those that do may run to a timetable.

OPEN:Sundays Sundays&&Bank Bank Holiday Mondays. Daily 2-29 OPEN: 4-31 August August (closed Mon) Mon) Gates open at 11.00 Rides from 12.30 Midhurst Road, Liphook, Hampshire, GU30 7LP Follow the brown signs. 01428 742 900 www.hollycombe.co.uk

Finkley Down Farm Park, Andover SP11 6NF, 01264 324 141

Bring along your bears and cuddly toys to celebrate the summer with us! There will be Punch and Judy shows each day to add to the fun. Each child bringing a teddy bear will receive a special treat at the entrance!

The Teddy Bear Doctor will be on duty, carrying out teddy bear health check ups and giving out spot prizes for the best dressed teddies! Follow The Bear Hunt and win a prize. 10am to 6pm.

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Home of Thomas & FriendsTM toys

9 July Footsteps Dance School Anvil Arts, Basingstoke RG21 7QR, 01256 844 244

A lively, energetic performance showcasing fabulous and talented dancers including UK rock ‘n’ roll finalists. As a tribute to ‘Nanny Footsteps’ there will be some favourite numbers from previous shows returning. Expect numbers such as Chicago and The Sound of Music. Shows at 2pm & 6.30pm.

9 July Farnham Youth Choir Anvil Arts, Basingstoke

A gala concert to celebrate over three decades of world-class youth choral singing. 6.30pm / Under 16s half price.

Join Thomas & FriendsTM at a heritage Railway near you.

Experience a ride on a real steam engine and take part in Thomas-themed activities.

MID HANTS RAILWAY ‘WATERCRESS LINE’ Alresford, Hampshire SO24 9JG

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living vans and historic photographs. The Mechanical Organ Gathering complements the event with a range of visiting organs which will be playing throughout the day. A free bus link between Sainsbury’s Liphook and Liphook Railway Station – check the Hollycombe 'Blog' for the timetable and more details.

16 July 10, 31 July and 14 August Strawberry Picnic's

Chawton House, Alton, GU34 1SJ 01420 541 010

Chawton House Library invites you to bring a picnic and enjoy their beautiful grounds.

Inspired by the publication of Jane Austen’s Emma 200 years ago, just as the inhabitants of Highbury planned to enjoy Donwell Abbey and Box Hill, come and sample the strawberries which will be on sale in the garden, and visit the Old Kitchen for homemade cakes.

11am to 5pm.

15 - 16 July Outdoor Theatre Production of 'Robin Hood' The Hawk Conservancy Trust Andover, SP11 8DY. 01264 773 850

Be entertained with Andover Community Theatre’s annual outdoor production at the Trust.

This year you can join Robin Hood, the prince of thieves, and his band of merry men as they rob the rich and feed the poor.

Tickets £15.

15 July – 7 August The Great Butterfly Hunt

Paint Your Own Wooden Crown Allen Gallery, Alton, GU34 2BW 01420 82802

Drop-in family activity - no need to book but numbers limited by resources available. Suitable for 4 years and above, all children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost is £3.00 per wooden crown. 11am - 1pm & 2pm - 4pm.

16 July Live 2 Dance 2016

The Haymarket, Basingstoke RG21 7QR. 01256 844 244

With something for everyone member of the family to enjoy, Live 2 Dance Academy invites you to join them for a fantastic evening of entertainment. Grab your friends and family, get your glad rags on and clap, stomp, sing and raise the roof at The Haymarket. 7.30pm

From 18 July Maize Maze

Manydown Family Fun, Basingstoke RG23 8PU. 01256 220 398 You’ll have a farm–tastic time at Manydown Maize Maze with all adventure play and fun activities included in the entrance price.

10am to 5pm.

Gilbert White's House and Garden and The Oates Collection, Selborne GU34 3JH. 01420 511 275

From 19 July – 30 October Mystery of the Vanishing Queen

15 July Disco Skate

Can you follow the clues in the secret agent's diary and quiz the citizens to solve the mystery and save the Queen? This brand new, interactive experience is perfect for curious kids aged 7yrs plus.

Included in normal admission.

Grab an identification sheet and join in this National Butterfly counting event. Free with valid museum ticket. All ages welcome.

Drop in activity, no booking required. 10.30am - 5pm.

The Harlington, Fleet, GU51 4BY 01252 811 009

The Harlington have combined with Disco Skate to bring the joy of Roller Disco to Fleet! Bar open with snacks available. All ages disco! 6pm - 9pm / Entry £5 per person (including skate hire).

Purchase on the door only.

16 - 17 July Fairground Weekend and Mechanical Organ Gathering Hollycombe - Steam in the Country Liphook, GU30 7LP. 01428 724900

Enjoy traditional steam fairground and visiting attractions including fairground models, transport,

Milestones Living History Museum, Basingstoke, RG22 6PG

23 July and 5 August Tree Climbing Events The Vyne - National Trust Basingstoke, RG24 9HL 0800 0556 760

The Great Big Tree Climbing Co. brings an exciting, new, mobile form of outdoor adventure activity to anywhere in the UK. Set yourself a personal challenge and reach new heights at this historic site, with the help of two friendly and experienced instructors. The climb there and back takes about an hour and is suitable for ages 6 years and up.

Cost £20.00.

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23 July Fete, Flower and Dog show

Binsted Recreational Ground. Alton GU34 4PB. 01420 520182

A day filled with fun with lots of traditional stalls for children young and old, bouncy castle, a bottle tombola for the grownups, plus teas and cakes and children’s entertainment! 2 – 4pm

26 July, 9 and 23 August Wild at Whites Bird Mobiles Gilbert White's House, Selborne

Make your own beautiful bird mobile to take home, inspired by the birds you can see in Gilbert’s gardens. Free with valid museum ticket. All ages welcome. Drop in activity, no booking required.

11am to 4pm.

26 – 27 July Paw Patrol Visit

Finkley Down Farm, Andover

Chase & Marshall from PAW Patrol will be making personal appearances at 11.15am, 2.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm & 3.15pm!

27 July Hairy Maclary and Friends Princes Hall, Aldershot GU11 1NX, 01252 329 155

Featuring many of the characters from the books like Hercules Morse - as big as a Horse, Bottomley Potts - covered in spots and Schnitzel von Krumm - with the very low tum. Please pre-book. 2pm / £11.50, child £9.50, family (of 4) £38.

27 July Wild Art Day

Gilbert White's House, Selborne

Natural clay, twig paint brushes, tree bark rubbings, natural paints and much more. Booking Required. £6 per child with accompanying adult. 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm.

27 July Royal Theatre for Puppets Family Workshop Allen Gallery, Alton, GU34 2BW 01420 82802

A family puppet theatre making workshop, with a royal theme.

Bring your own cereal box - you will magically transform it into a puppet theatre! Suitable for 6 - 11 year olds - all children must be accompanied by an adult. Prebooking essential, limited places available. 10.30am to 12.30pm.

28 July – 25 August Mighty Military Thursday Aldershot Military Museum GU11 2L0G. 01252 314598

Each Thursday during the holidays, enjoy a family tour to get up close to some of our military vehicles. Meet experts and handle museum collections. Tours and workshops will take place between 1pm and 4pm. Limited places on each tour and workshop - book on the day.

28 – 30 July Disney High School Musical The Haymarket, Basingstoke RG21 7QR. 01256 844 244

Disney Channel's smash hit musical comes to life on The Haymarket stage!

30 July Dolls House Day

Curtis Museum, Alton, GU34 1BA

Celebrate the story of their Dolls House and the launch of their range of Dolls House accessories.

Free event.

31 July CSSEF Family Fun Day

Connaught Leisure Centre, Aldershot GU12 4AS. 01252 344438 Lots of fun - all in aid of Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund.

Bouncy castles and inflatables, raffle, face painting and loads of family fun! 11am - 4pm.

1 August BigArt Workshop

Basingstoke Library, RG21 7LS 01256 478 670

Get sticky and creative with a Roald Dahl themed workshop.

Help to create a spectacular large recycled sculpture based on a character from his stories.

Cost: £5.00. Spaces are limited - booking essential. Sessions at 10am, 11.30am, 1.30pm & 3pm.

2, 16 and 30 August Butterflies and Buzzy Bee's Gilbert White's House, Selborne

Let your creativity take flight in this drop in craft activity, inspired by the flying inhabitants of Gilbert’s Gardens. Free with valid museum ticket. All ages welcome.

No booking required. 11am - 4pm.

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5 August Drama and Dance Workshop Basingstoke Library, Festival Place RG21 7LS. 01256 478 670

2 August How To Help Honey Bee's Basingstoke Library, RG21 7LS 01256 478 670

The number of honey bees is on the decline. Find out how to make a real contribution to helping honey bees by planting bee friendly flowers in your gardens.

All children will receive a free packet of bee friendly seeds.

Spaces are very limited and advance booking is essential. £3 (adults go free). 2pm.

2 and 16 August History Through Hats

Curtis Museum, Alton, GU34 1BA

A fun drop-in family activity. Try on lots of replica hats from the past; see what people would have worn and how they changed.

Then take a photograph to remember your day! Free to try on the hats / £2 for craft activity pack. 11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm.

3 August Bushcraft Day

Gilbert White's House, Selborne

Exciting bush craft activities at the FSC and in the woodland.

Booking required. £6 per child with accompanying adult free.

Suitable for ages 5+. All materials included. 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm.

3 and 31 August Teddy Sized Raft Building The Vyne - National Trust Basingstoke, RG24 9HL

Armed with small wooden canes and a ball of twine, join in for an hour of fun and develop a new outdoor skill. Build miniature rafts for the Rangers' teddies. Will yours float? (For Rangers' teddies only - they don't mind going for a swim!) Booking essential. Normal admission applies. 12pm to 1pm.

3 August Clown College

The Lights, Andover, SP10 1AH

Have you got what it takes to join the circus? Try out this fun dance workshop with tutor Lauren and find out and show all your new skills to family and friends at the end of the session. Suitable for 5-7 year olds. 10am / £8.50.

Using drama, dance and singing, the children will be trained up as Pirates and Mermaids! They will be taken on a thrilling voyage to Neverland where they rescue the treasure from Captain Hook.

Each 25 minute workshop is led by an experienced actor/drama teacher. For ages 4+ All children must be accompanied by an adult. 2.00pm and 2.45pm / £2 per child Adults go FREE.

6 -14 August Day Out With Thomas

Midhants Railway, Alresford

Thomas & Friends return to the Watercress Line for more family fun! Shake hands with the Fat Controller, meet Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends, take part in Thomas themed activities and ride the big steams trains all day!

6 August ACAFEST 2016

Alton Community Centre GU34 1HN. 01420 85057

A day of local live music, from Folk, to Rock, from the young to older ones, and other exciting demonstrations, and naturally a bouncy slide! Fun for all the family! Food, beer tent, stalls, face painters and live music all in the beautiful public gardens.

Bring a picnic and relax. 1 - 8pm.

6 August Battle Proms Picnic Concert Highclere Castle, Newbury RG20 9RN. 01432 355 416

Battle proms picnic concert returns. With carefully choreographed Spitfire and cavalry displays, dramatic cannon fire and a stunning firework finale. Gates open at 4pm.

7 August Map & Compass Challenge The Vyne - National Trust

Put your map reading skills to the test in this prepared activity for ages 7+. Booking essential.

Normal admission applies.

9 – 10 August Peppa Pig Visit

Finkley Down Farm, Andover

Peppa Pig will be making an appearance throughout the day.

9 August Where the Wild Things Are! The Lights, Andover, SP10 1AH

Join Max on his adventure to the land where the Wild Things are! An exciting, interactive storytelling workshop with tutor Amanda! Suitable for ages 2 - 5 years old (must be accompanied

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by an adult. Older siblings welcome. Inclusive in price).

9.30am / £5.

10 August Amazing Plant Day

Gilbert White's House, Selborne

magic shows, face painting and rides. Look out for the Teddies hiding in the woodland around the Quarry Railway.

17 August Pond Dipping Day

Find out about amazing properties of plants, try your hand at grass rope making in the meadow and plant artwork.

Booking required. £6 per child with accompanying adult free.

Suitable for ages 5+ due to use of dyes. All materials included. 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm.

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13 August Step by Step Family Funday

Finkley Down Farm, Andover

Princes Gardens, Aldershot

Lots of entertainment including hook a duck, bucking bronco, refreshments, arts and crafts, face painting, assault course, live music, tombola, coconut shy and lots more. 12 - 4pm.

13 – 14 August Gilbert's Games

Gilbert White's House, Selborne

Gilbert’s Games takes visitors back to the 18th century, to participate in fun-filled activities, showcase the very best in local arts and crafts, and demonstrate how these skills continue to be passed from generation to generation. You will also have the chance to watch local crafts people demonstrating their skills all weekend. Admission: Adults £8, Children £3. 10.30am to 5pm.

13 August Alton Anglo-Saxon Festival Curtis Museum, Alton, GU34 1BA

A colourful encampment will be set up in the War Memorial Gardens alongside the Museum.

Explore the delights of the sixth and seventh centuries, be enchanted by the stunning metalwork of the time, handle replica weaponry. Immerse yourself and your family in the world of Anglo-Saxon Hampshire.

10.30am to 4pm.

14 August Teddy Bear's Day Out

Hollycombe - Steam in the Country Liphook, GU30 7LP. 01428 724900

Bring along your teddies and a picnic and enjoy it in the peaceful woodland gardens before the afternoon fun starts. With lots to do, including a teddy bear trail, bouncy castle, Punch & Judy Shows, Tricky Nicky the Clown,

Grab a net and an identification sheet and explore the wildlife in the Garden Pond. Booking Required. £6 per child with accompanying adult free. All materials included. 10am to 12pm

17 August Fireman Sam Visit

Fireman Sam will be making appearances during the day.

20 August Childrens Craft Workshop

Basingstoke Library, RG21 7LS

10am. Free arts & crafts workshop for children aged 3 years plus.

21 August Dog Show

Gilbert White’s House, Selborne

Hosting their first ever dog show, you can go along and enter your dog into a number of classes. They will be judged on the day, with other activities such as a “scurry” and “steeple chase” for gun dogs taking place in other parts of the Meadow.

Gilbert White’s will offer outside catering and a beer tent. There will be other stalls on the day representing various charities and selling goods (dog related).

Ticket/Admission Cost Free admission to event for dog owners. £5 for visiting public.

24 August All About Bats

Gilbert White’s House, Selborne

Find out about the bats that live in this area with The Bat Conservation Trust, take part in some Bat crafts and build a bat box for your garden. In the evening join in for a family friendly bat walk with bat detectors and hot chocolate afterwards. Booking required for all activities. £6 per child, accompanying adult free.

All ages welcome.

31 August Build a Birdbox

Gilbert White’s House, Selborne

Build and decorate your own birdbox. Booking required. £6 per child with accompanying adult free. Suitable for age 5+.

Teach your child to ride a bike

in 7 easy steps Teaching your child to ride a bike has never been easier with these seven simple steps.

Begin with a balance bike

Balance bikes are great because they have no pedals or stabilisers and are much lighter. Because children can use their feet to balance and move themselves along, those as young as two can learn to balance on their own.

Start on flat ground

Always begin to teach your child on flat ground, at a local park or area with no traffic. You can work your way up to small hills.

Teach them to use the brake

Look for safety add-ons

A steering limiter is highly recommended as this will enable your child to keep in the right direction and prevent falls. While you’re looking at safety equipment, it’s worth purchasing bright coloured clothing or safety vests to ensure she is seen by others at night time.

At the age of two and a half to three, children are able to operate a hand brake, as long as it’s gentle enough for their fingers. Begin by showing your child how the brake works and encourage her to practise.

Get an adjustable seat

Wearing a helmet is a must. The sooner your little one gets used to it, the better. We recommend that you shop for a helmet together to ensure your little biker likes it and will therefore wear it.

Upgrade to a bigger bike

Always wear a helmet

Try to choose a bike that has an adjustable seat as this means the bike can be adjusted to suit their height. When your child is on the bike, both feet should be firmly on the ground – not just the toes – and the knees should be slightly bent.

When your child has developed enough skill and confidence you can transfer them to a pedal bike without stabilisers.

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