Families Leeds and West Yorkshire July/August 2019

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SCHOOL’S OUT! What’s On this Summer PLUS – book giveaways and the best games to take on holiday

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WELCOME BACK

CONTENTS… 4–5

NEWS

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CLASS REVIEW Diddi Dance

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ON THE CARDS Best games to pack for holidays

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Thanks to everyone who entered our Cover Kids Competition on Facebook.

Congratulations to the winner, Amelia Clegg, pictured in this stunning photograph by her mum, Ruthie. Here are the other four fantastic finalists:

Runners up, clockwise from top left: Isabella Pheasant, Blake Foster, Eddie Barraclough and Phoebe & Harry Scholfield Please contact Claire Bottomley to advertise in this magazine…

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AUTHOR INTERVIEW Families talks to Rob Biddulph

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DAYS OUT Ideas for trips this summer

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WHAT’S ON? Our guide to events and activities in July and August

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The school year is nearly over. What would my end of year report say if I still got one?

Well, if managing to meet deadlines by the skin of my teeth means efficiency, traipsing three flights of stairs with armfuls of washing five times a day counts as exercise, vegetable samosas represent my five-a-day and making sure the kids get to school means good parenting: top marks! I mean, everything’s relative, right?

At 17 months old, my youngest doesn’t pass a screen without pointing at it and saying ‘Dog’ – in reference to her CBeebies favourite, Waffle the Wonder Dog. Sometimes I vow never to let her near a screen again. Then when we have a crisis (they happen at least 12 times a day) and need to distract her, we all flail around wildly for the remote-control shouting: “Do you want Dog on? Do you want Dog on????”

To be fair, she’s a pretty resourceful and independent learner despite this dreadful habit.

The other day, I realised she had never been given a shape sorter of any kind, and had fashioned her own by feeding random objects through the fire guard.

We seem to live our lives in a permanent state of emergency. There’s a forgotten No School Uniform Day lurking around every corner.

But hey – we do our best, that’s all we can do. So, I am hereby giving ten out of ten to every parent and carer out there who each day wakes up and puts one foot in front of the other on the magical journey of family life.

We’ve worked hard all year, and we deserve a holiday. Of course we won’t get one, but we do deserve one!

Wherever you’re going, whatever you’re doing (or more importantly, I hope, not doing) I wish everyone a happy and restful summer break.

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The winner of our Aveeno Competition was Karen Flanagan and the winner of our photography book competition was Lisa Tallant.

Congratulations to them and thank you to all who entered.

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Families NEWS… Still time to book a summer workshop With the holidays fast approaching, filling them might be coming into focus! If you’re looking for a bit of extra childcare, or just something fun and interesting to keep the kids entertained, there’s still time to book on the Northern Arts Factory’s fantastic summer workshops.

The acting, singing and dancing workshops are a great opportunity to learn new skills and make friends.

They take place on July 29, 30 and 31. www.northernartsfactory.co.uk

 Leeds Museums & Galleries

Win Educational Initiative of the Year Leeds Museums & Galleries are celebrating after winning a prestigious Museums and Heritage Award. The Leeds Curriculum won Educational Initiative of the Year.

It brings together the expertise of learning and arts professionals in the city and is designed to enhance the learning experiences of children through a growing set of Key Stage Two online teaching resources.

Teachers from across Leeds can access the resources through MyLearning.org. There are currently five themes to explore – ranging from prehistoric Leeds to the city’s industrial heritage and life in Leeds today.

Members of the Leeds Museums and Galleries team are pictured with the Reverent Richard Coles, who presented the award.

NORTHERN ARTS FACTORY

 More nursery provision at Brontë House Brontë House School has launched a flexible new childcare offer which recognises changing needs at different times of the year.

From September, Ashdown Lodge, which is home to Brontë’s nursery, will offer three options: n Term Time – perfect for parents who don’t need additional childcare during school holidays. n Term Time Plus 8 – based on the normal school term time calendar plus an additional 8 weeks during school holidays. This option gives parents the convenience of some child care during the longer holiday periods. n All Year Round – based on 51 weeks of childcare a year, offering parents complete peace of mind for non-stop childcare.

In addition, Ashdown Lodge now welcomes children from the age of two.

Sarah Chatterton, incoming Head of Brontë House, said,“We are very excited about these new developments at Ashdown Lodge. We have listened to the needs of parents and it is great that we can now offer a level of service to suit everyone. The care during term time and throughout the holidays includes all meals and runs from 7.30am until 6.00pm, perfect for busy mums and dads.”

For more information, visit woodhousegrove.co.uk/admissions

So much to ‘sea’ and do!

Climbing and café 2 ½ years to adult Groups e.g. Scouts, School Trips / PE, Special Needs Sessions, Team Building Parties with or without food

Booking essential: www.clipnclimbilkley.co.uk or call: 01943 603 829

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Residents, businesses and community groups will host over 100 artists, makers and activities in the Horsforth Walk of Art on July 6 and 7.

With the theme of Under the Sea, there’ll be film making, illustration, lino printing, belly dancing, the art of Japanese tea making and much more, and it’s all free. Full details can be found online at www.horsforth-woa.org, with an easy to navigate on line map and a list of artist profiles and examples of their work.

A printed map showing all locations, will be available from local shops, businesses and Horsforth Library or downloadable from the website. familiesonline.co.uk

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Explore outdoors with PARK CHARITY… The charity Friends of Roundhay Park has launched a trial programme of events called Little Friends to inspire young people to explore the great outdoors.

Young people can join FORP on their litter picks and working parties, and take part in Forest Craft Workshops and Forest Schools.

Chairman of FORP Richard Critchley said,“‘Little Friends’ has been set up to inspire the next generation to explore, love and protect the park.

Following the huge success of a trial working party in March, which saw 2,000 snowdrops planted by local children and their families, we have four more working parties scheduled this year.”

For more information or to join and get 20% discount on the price of tickets and early bird tickets, visit: forp.org/little-friends

Join the party at Clip n Climb Ilkley Clip n Climb Ilkley is celebrating its fourth birthday on July 25, with a big bash planned.

There’ll be a tots party at 9.30am, which will include 30 minutes of climbing, followed by a birthday breakfast and colouring activities in the café. Birthday cake and a regular tea or coffee will be just £3.50 all day and an adults climb will cost £10, Then there’ll be a disco party climb from 3pm until late. Pre-order a special offer homemade pizza and make a day of it!

Clip n Climb is suitable for all ages from two-and-a-half. www.clipnclimbilkley.co.uk

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Blast off for the Summer reading Challenge!

Christinea Donnelly, Development Officer for Children and Young People at Bradford Libraries, tells us all about this year’s cosmic summer reading challenge…

The Summer Reading Challenge is a national initiative to encourage primary age children to continue to read throughout the summer holidays. Each year it has a different theme and this year the Space Chase Summer Reading Challenge commemorates the 50th anniversary of the first landing on the Moon.

Children between ages four and 11 can register to join the Summer Reading Challenge for free at their local library. The challenge is to read six library books over the summer holidays, collecting incentives along the way. When you register, you receive a Space Chase folder with stickers. If six books are read, you receive a Space Chase certificate and medal. Often, when children are asked what is the best bit of the Summer Reading Challenge, they say getting a certificate to show their friends and family and, of course – to take along to school to show their teachers in September.

The challenge starts on July 13 and runs until the beginning of September. It’s free; it’s fun and it’s local. To find out more visit the web pages of your local library. There are five library authorities in West Yorkshire – Bradford; Calderdale; Kirklees; Leeds and Wakefield.

All of them will be offering events to support the Summer Reading Challenge and with Space as the theme, you can expect some out-ofthis-world free activities. Make your local library a great day out this summer. www.spacechase.org.uk

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AuThOr STOry TimE Children’s author Rachel Butler will be hosting story time sessions in RACHEL BUTLER Bradford libraries this July.

Rachel has written a series of picture books which follow the adventures of the campervans from Red Hatch Farm. These rhyming stories are perfect for children aged from three to seven. She will be reading Milo goes to the Seaside, Lil’s Cupcake Delivery and Tallulah goes to the Festival, followed by a cupcake decorating craft session, ideal for pre-school, early years and Key Stage One children. The events take place at various libraries from July 15 to 19. Contact Bradford Libraries for more information.

COmpETiTiON! We have some Red Hatch Farm books to give away. For a chance to win one, send an email to editor@families leeds.co.uk with the words RED HATCH in the title by July 31.

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CLASS rEviEW: Diddi Dance

WHERE: Adel, Guiseley, Pool-in-Wharfedale, Horsforth, Rawdon, Roundhay

You’re never too diddi to dance – that’s what we learned when we joined this fun and funky pre-school class.

HILE MY LITTLE GROOVER was on the young side at just 16 months, I was amazed at how much she engaged and enjoyed this fun-packed 45 minutes.

She’s finding her feet, and fast. Having learnt to walk, her development is all about physical exploration – which is why Diddi Dance is so perfect for toddlers.

We’re welcomed to St Margaret’s Parish Hall in Horsforth – which is a lovely, light space – by teacher Julia Grantham. There’s a relaxed vibe with music playing in the background. We begin with some boogying, playing stopping and starting games. Dancing together makes her feel secure in the new environment. It is also fun and makes me smile – who doesn’t love a bop every now and again?

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With Diddi Dance, though, capturing their attention with music is just the start – a series of thoughtful activities lead the tots through a fun programme which visits counting, languages, colours and more.

We do some action songs, games and exercises working together, holding hands in a circle and in pairs – my baby looks so grown up!

By half-way through, she is fully confident, joining in the dancing with hoops and ribbons, and I am able to sit and chat to another parent while I watch her and the other boys and girls dance away to original Diddi Dance music.

Each term has a new dance theme, and this time it is Salsa. Others include Hula, Jive and Disco.

As I watch, I reflect that Diddi Dance feels so relaxed and enjoyable because it embraces toddlers’ physicality. It feels liberating that the whole point is to get up, move and explore the world.

At the end, many of them run up with their special Diddi Dance sticker chart.

“I started my Diddi Dance journey as a mum bringing my own two boys along to classes,” explained Julia, who has a lifelong passion for music. “To me, it is brilliant because it is relaxed, fun, and teaches little ones so much!”

She added,“I love what I do; watching the children grow in confidence and seeing how much they change when they come week after week is amazing!”

WHEN: Various, Monday to Friday AGES: For pre-schoolers aged from around 18 months

For more information on class timetables and how to book, visit www.diddidance.com/ diddi-dance-north-central-leeds or call 07734 940 610.

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FuN ON ThE CArDS: Five great games to take on holiday!

“I never go on holiday without games: it’s a great way to distract the children, keep them engaged and spend some fun time with them.” So says Ann Jones, who runs Cards or Die, a company with a passion for bringing people together with card and board games, which holds regular family and adult events around Leeds.

“The great thing about good, well designed kid’s games is they are suitable for kids of all ages,” she adds. “Another great thing about good games is that they are funnier with wine.”

Here, Ann shares her pick of favourite games to take on holiday: DOBBLE A trickier version of snap: each card has eight images on it, the first to shout out the image which appears both on the top card of the deck and their card wins the card – most cards wins. It’s a fun, fast paced game which comes in a portable tin.

PASS THE PIGS This 80s classic is still going strong.

Surprisingly addictive and entertaining, you ‘roll’ the pigs and score according to how they land, choosing to bank your score or keep rolling. But be careful – roll them ‘wrongly’ and you’ll lose your points! For extra chaos there are inflatable pigs, giant pigs and four player pigs.

QUIRK! A crazy game of card collection! Request cards from others by acting out or becoming a unicorn, T-rex, alien or other quirky character. Steal cards from others or distract them with bubble wrap so they miss a turn.

Loads of laugh out loud fun.

DON’T GET GOT Played over days it’s a brilliant holiday game.

Race to complete three missions to win.

These involve tricking other players into doing daft things like yawning, handing over their

phone, or checking to see if they’ve stepped in poo! Rated 14+ but we’ve played it with younger ones and you can easily give the difficult cards to the grown-ups.

HAPPY SALMON Each player holds a deck of identical cards.

Match with another player, complete the action and discard the cards. First to run out of cards wins. A frenetic game of high fives, switcheroos and happy salmons.

“All of these can be easily packed ready to whip out, dispel boredom and get you together laughing and having fun whatever the weather,” said Ann. If you fancy trying any of these games out join Cards or Die for a board games event. Ann also brings board gaming fun to weddings, parties, festivals, corporate events and training. She writes a fortnightly blog on www.cardsordie.com.

Foster Caring: Busting the myths Being a foster carer can be a hugely rewarding role, and it is a vital one. Foster 4 Leeds wants to find safe and loving homes for all the children who need them. So, myths around what rules mean you can and can’t foster can be unhelpful. Here, Foster 4 Leeds busts some of those myths… n n n n n n n n n n

You can’t foster and be LGBT – FALSE, we are an inclusive council.

You need prior experience with children and young people – FALSE! You need to have had your own children – FALSE! You need experience with children with disabilities to be a foster carer for children with disabilities – FALSE! You have to own your own home – FALSE many carers rent.

You can’t foster if you are beyond retirement age – FALSE, there’s no upper age limit, you just need to undertake and pass a medical You can’t foster for Leeds if you don’t live in Leeds – FALSE, we take enquires from households within a 20 miles radius of leeds city centre You can’t foster if you have a dog – FALSE, many foster carers have dogs You can’t foster if you are single – FALSE, many of our foster carers are single You can’t foster if you can’t drive – FALSE, as long as you have local public transport and are willing to use it that’s fine by us

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n You can’t foster if you are a smoker – FALSE, you can foster children ages five and above if you smoke outside away from children and young people n You can’t foster if you are disabled – FALSE, we look at all cases individually. We often seek medical advice. n You can’t foster if you are on benefits – FALSE, we look at all cases individually. n You can’t foster if you are religious – FALSE, many of our foster carers actively follow a religion. n You can’t foster and keep working – FALSE, we look at all cases individually If you’d like more information, go along to Village Hotel Club in Headingley from 6pm–8.30pm on July 17. There is no appointment necessary and there will be fostering social workers and foster carers to chat to. Other events are taking place if you can’t make it, and there’s more information at: www.leeds.gov.uk/foster4leeds.

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Book Club Rob Biddulph is a bestselling author-illustrator, whose books have won many awards and are loved by children all over the world. He is also this year’s official World Book Day Illustrator. Rachel Bailey talks to him…

If you had to dress up as a character from one of your books, who would you choose?

Probably the Odd Dog Out. Lots of children dressed up as her this year for World Book Day, and there was one costume in particular that blew my mind. It was so good! Upon further investigation we found out that the mother of the child who was wearing it was a costume designer for film and TV. We’re particular fans of Dinosaur Juniors in our house, do you have a favourite book that you’ve written?

Well, I’ll always be very fond of Blown Away – the story that gave me my big break, but my favourite is probably Odd Dog Out. The reaction I get from children (and adults) is astonishing. It really seems to strike a chord with people, which is lovely. I also like

Kevin, because it’s based on my middle daughter’s “real” imaginary friend. I’m glad that I’ve managed to capture that little piece of her childhood in a book.

We’re looking forward to reading your new book, Show and Tell, next month.

Have your children ever taken you into school for ‘Show and Tell’?

Ha. No, I’d be far too embarrassing! I have visited their school quite a few times to read my stories and do some drawing, however. I usually try out my live show there before I take it on the road. If I can survive my own daughters’ criticisms I can survive anything!

What’s your favourite way to spend time with your family?

We’ve just got a puppy. He’s a ten week-old cocker spaniel called Ringo. He’s so great! I’m really looking forward to when we can all take him out for walks (he’s still got to have a couple of his jabs before we can do that). I think that will be great way of spending some quality time together. Apart from that, I still read bedtime stories to the girls. It’s a truly magical thing to do. That one-on-one time is so precious. I hope it never stops!

WIN • WIN • WIN… Show and Tell will be available in hardback from August 8 priced £12.99. We have two copies to give away to the first two people to email their details to editor@familiesleeds.co.uk Visit Rob’s website: www.robbiddulph.com to find out more about his books.

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Set them on the right path The Moorlands Way

Discover how our newly refurbished Nursery can give your child the brightest start.

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Royal family days out National museum of arms and armour Free entry | Open 10am – 5pm | Leeds Dock

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Summer holiday events & activities 27 July – 1 September

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Oh, those Summer days!

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Journey through space at the National Science and Media Museum

the Apollo 11 mission Marking the 50th anniversary of n is The National Science broadcasting live from the moo . Its family exhibition, and Media Museum in Bradford ive look at how images and Hello Universe, takes an interact n recorded over hundreds sounds from the cosmos have bee ades of space exploration of years, especially the five dec momentous first step which followed Neil Armstrong’s in 1969. spacecrafts, discovering Activities include building LEGO rover; getting top stargazing what makes a great satellite or onomical Society; and a tips from the West Yorkshire Astr Arecibo interstellar radio chance to create a version of the from earth into space in message which was transmitted scale model of Viking, 1974. Visitors can see a half-size latest, most detailed NASA’s first Mars lander, and the onto a 5m x 3m screen, images of the cosmos projected ugh the Solar System and giving the chance to journey thro see the galaxy and beyond, and look at the ways we understand it. taking place throughout Daily free live shows and talks are on galleries and also the the school holidays, in the exhibiti can find out more about the museum’s Wonderlab. Families e; see the moon close-up, technology used to explore spac ing sites; or discover more including the Apollo mission land the Solar System. Opens July about planets and stars beyond 19, free entry. rg.uk www.scienceandmediamuseum.o

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Find Fantastic Beasts at Temple Newsam ple Newsam – both in the Fantastic beasts are everywhere at Tem the house itself. of s stunning grounds and within the wall e live at Home Farm, glob Amazing animals from all over the ical species and beautiful trop including rare breed farmyard friends, birdlife. ster pack and follow the In Temple Newsam House, grab a mon s hidden in the walls and ture monster map, uncovering beastly crea , games and dressing up, tales furniture. With beastly crafts, mystical entertained whatever you there’s plenty of fantastical fun to keep the weather. parkland. Let off steam in Take a picnic and enjoy the beautiful mer’s day out. sum the adventure playground. A perfect ies/templenewsamhouse aller www.leeds.gov.uk/museumsandg

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Hit the beach at Piglets Adventure Farm

Meet a Monarch at the Royal Armouries invites you to visit the museum This summer the Royal Armouries regal entertainment. for a royal family day out packed with Dock, this purpose-built Just outside the city centre in Leeds of arms and armour. museum houses the national collection ess in grey brick, with an This modern take on a medieval fortr l is one of the best museums impressive glass tower, the Hall of Stee ver the national treasures on of its type in the world. Go and disco your doorstep. live interpretations, combat From July 27, a daily programme of bring the collection to life and demonstrations, talks and tours will s on history. give you the chance to get your hand kends on July 20 and 21, wee s arch Mon There’ll be Meet the in residence, with ‘Merry when ‘Mad’ King George III will be over the August bank holiday Monarch’ Charles II ruling supreme lry riding skills horse show weekend. Don’t miss a spectacular cava fit for a king. k our website for what’s on To make the most of your visit chec g. The museum is open daily every day at www.royalarmouries.or 10am – 5pm and admission is free.

Piglets Adventure Farm.

New for 2019, explore the beach at of sand and water fun, take a Splash your way through two acres les Lifeguard tower and laze selfie in a giant deck chair, climb Truff own private beach hut. in a hammock. You can even hire your Already a fun-packed day out, this new addition to Piglets gives a summer twist to the usual fun of the farm.

End of day foam parties are still a feature, and you can watch pig racing in the pork-shire hurdle, soak friends in water wars and explore a maize maze challenge.

For a calmer kind of fun, you can follow the magical fairy tale trail through the woodland to find out which fairy or wood elf you are.

There’s also a magician, barn, bouncing pillows, crazy golf, circus, tractor and trailer rides, play e. barrel rides, go karts and much mor of York. Open daily from h nort tes minu Piglets is located 15 er 1.

10am – 5.30pm, July 20 to Septemb uk .co. www.pigletsfarmpark

AN INTERACTIVE JOURNEY THROUGH THE SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF SPACE OPENS 19 JULY FREE ENTRY HELLO UNIVERSE EXHIBITION

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Image credit: NASA, ESA and the Hubble Heritage Team (STScI/AURA)

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WHAT’S ON? Have you got an event you’d like us to list?

Email our What’s On editor, Lisa Ross, at lisa@familiesleeds.co.uk We took every care in preparing these entries but sometimes events are cancelled or times change. Please double check with the organiser to avoid disappointment.

Queens of Industry at Leeds Industrial Museum – Except Mondays Armley Mills, Canal Rd, Armley, Leeds, LS12 2QF 0113 263 7861 www.leeds.gov.uk Discover untold stories of women in industry from the early 20th Century to today.

50 years of Lotherton at Lotherton Hall – Daily Lotherton Lane, Aberford, Leeds, LS25 3EB 0113 281 3259 www.leeds.gov.uk Lotherton hosts three exhibitions to celebrate its 50th anniversary as a museum, representing the past, present and future of Lotherton. All three are free with admission into Lotherton.

Summer Fete at St Gemma’s Hospice, Leeds – July 7 329 Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS17 6QD www.events.st-gemma.co.uk A fantastic day full of stalls, games, live music and more.

BBQ, bar, Pimms and homemade cakes plus lots of great entertainment with a birds of prey display, ferret racing, fairy door trail and circus skills. Entry is by donation and there is parking available on surrounding roads. 11am to 4pm.

Bob Chilcott’s Mr Majeika and the Magic Organ at Leeds Cathedral – July 10 Great George Street, Leeds, LS2 8BE www.leedsiof.org A fun, family performance of Bob Chilcott’s Mr Majeika and the Magic Organ (for organ and narrator) in Leeds Cathedral. Part of Leeds International Organ Festival.

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Fantastical Beasts Exhibition at Temple Newsam – Daily Temple Newsam Road, Leeds, LS15 0AE www.leeds.gov.uk From gryphons to gargoyles and wyverns to wolves, explore the hidden beasts lurking in the walls of Temple Newsam.

Home Educator Art Workshop at the National Coal Mining Musuem – July 12 Caphouse Colliery, New Rd, Overton WF4 4RH 01924 848 806 www.ncm.org.uk Home educators are invited to get creative at the National Coal Mining Museum.

Be inspired by the safety posters in the Museum collection, before creating your very own poster using relief printing techniques to highlight the dangers of mining. Booking essential. 11am–1.30pm

Through the ages for all ages at Temple Newsam – Saturdays and Sundays Temple Newsam Road, Leeds, LS15 0AE www.leeds.gov.uk A tour suitable for everyone but with younger visitors in mind. There's a chance to handle some items from the collection and hear stories about some of the people who lived there. 2.30pm.

Kirkstall Festival at Kirkstall Abbey – July 13 Abbey Walk, Kirkstall Road, Leeds, LS5 3EH 0113 230 5492 www.kirkstall-festival.org.uk One of the largest community festivals in Leeds, run entirely by volunteers. Fairground, more than 160 stalls, Battle of the Bands, Tea Dance, comedy, rock, classical, jazz, folk and light music, food and drink, procession, displays and local Information. 11am to 5pm.

Soft Play and Café at Woodhouse Community Centre – July 3 Woodhouse Street, Leeds, LS6 2NY www.woodhousecommunitycentre.com/oblong Soft Play sessions for parents and young children.

These are run by volunteers and parents/carers must stay with their children. Equipment provided by Oblong.

10am to 12pm.

Miniature Railway at Ravensprings Park – July 14 and August 11 Cawcliffe Road, Brighouse, HD6 2HP www.bhme.co.uk Lots of trains on two different miniature railways, refreshments available or take your own picnic. 1.30pm to 5pm.

Chatterbooks at Chapel Allerton Library – July 4 106 Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS7 4LZ 0113 214 5812 www.leeds.gov.uk If you are aged seven to 11 and love reading, then join this friendly Chatterbooks group. Free activity for children, adults must stay. 3.30pm to 4.30pm.

A Life Amongst Diamonds at the National Coal Mining Museum – July 7 Caphouse Colliery, New Rd, Overton WF4 4RH 01924 848 806 www.ncm.org.uk The museum’s first ever Youth Arts Festival – planned, performed and marketed by young people, for young people. With performances from youth theatre groups, musical acts, live poetry, dance acts, drama workshops and even a circus performance. 12–4pm.

Horsforth Walk of Art – July 6 and 7 Horsforth Community Hub, Town Street, Horsforth, Leeds, LS18 5BL www.horsforth-woa.org An arty amble for all ages and walks of life. The Walk of Art is a completely free, community led festival celebrating all things creative.

Craft Fair at Kirklees Light Railway – July 7 Park Mill Way, Clayton West, Huddersfield, HD8 9XJ 01484 865 727 www.kirkleeslightrailway.com There will be a whole host of stalls with a variety of craft products, stalls will be open from 10am to 5pm.

Summer Open Day at The Donkey Sanctuary, Leeds – July 7 Swan Lane, Eccup, Leeds, LS16 8AZ www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk Go along to The Donkey Sanctuary Leeds for a special seasonal event with the donkeys – celebrating 50 years of The Donkey Sanctuary. Gala games, bouncy castle, tombola, bric-a-brac, raffle and more. 10am to 3pm.

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Otley Food & Drink Festival – July 14 Otley Town Centre, Otley, Leeds, LS21 3HE www.visitotley.co.uk Organised by Otley Town Partnership, the festival will feature an array of more than 50 stalls selling good quality, locally sourced products, as well as a full programme of events including a cookery theatre with demonstrations by local chefs and Otley Farmer’s Market. Live music and children’s entertainment.

10am to 4pm.

Fun Dog Show and Fete at Hope Pastures, Leeds – July 14 Weetwood Lane, Leeds, LS16 5PH www.hopepastures.org A popular show, with lots of fun activities for everyone, two and four-legged, as well as attractions and fete stalls.

The Tiger Who Came to Tea at The Victoria Theatre, Halifax – July 19 to 21 Fountain Street, Halifax, HX1 1BP 01422 351 158 www.victoriatheatre.co.uk A musical play adapted and directed by David Wood, based on the book by Judith Kerr. Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns on tour to the Victoria Theatre Halifax, celebrating over 10 years on stage.

Suitable for children aged 3+. 11am, 1.30pm and 2pm.

Horsforth Food and Drink Festival – July 19 to 21 Horsforth Hall Park, Hall Lane, Leeds, LS18 5JE www.pjjevents.co.uk A selection of hot street food traders serving food inspired from all over the world. Live music from local bands and children’s entertainment including circus workshops and bushcraft activities.

Seaside @ Pit at The National Coal Mining Museum – July 20 to September 1 Caphouse Colliery, New Rd, Overton WF4 4RH 01924 848 806 www.ncm.org.uk Up at Hope Pit travel back in time to the 1960s to see how miners spent their summer holidays. Dig deep and uncover a summer of fun enjoying beach games and learning what a treat it was to go on holiday.

Big Summer Festival at Eureka! – July 20 to September 1 The National Children's Museum, Discovery Road, Halifax, HX1 2NE 01422 330 069 www.eureka.org.uk Packed programme of different activities every day.

Including explosive science shows, outdoor activities, special guest performers, tech tinkering and lots more.

10am – 5pm daily.

Monarchs – George III at Royal Armouries Museum – July 20 & 21 Armouries Drive, Leeds, LS10 1LT 0113 220 1999 www.royalarmouries.org Meet some of the most remarkable rulers from across the globe as Royal Armouries explore their impact on history through their world class collection. Themed weekends feature costumed characters, live and authentic combat demonstrations, talks, tours and object handling sessions. 10am to 5pm.

G Fest at Gleblands Playing Fields in Garforth – July 20 Ninelands Lane, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 1NT www.events.st-gemma.co.uk A day of outdoor family fun, food, drink and live music in aid of St Gemma’s Hospice. 11am to 9pm.

Musical Museum at Leeds City Museum – July 25 to August 30 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 8BH www.leeds.gov.uk Make marvellous music at Leeds City Museum this summer holiday. Discover the musical side of the collections by following a Strange Sounds trail, and make and decorate a different musical instrument each week. For families of all ages, Tuesday to Friday, drop in from 10am to 12pm or from 1pm to 3pm.

Zog at St George’s Hall, Bradford – July 26 & 27 38 Bridge Street, Bradford, BD1 1JT 01274 432 375 www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/ whats-on/zog Zog follows a loveable young dragon who’s trying to find his way in a magical, but tricky world.

Lark in the Park at East End Park, Leeds – July 27 East Park Parade, Leeds, LS9 9NG A fun filled day with inflatables, donkey rides, face painting, climbing tower, arts and crafts, music, local performers and much more. 11.30am to 3.30pm Jurassic Park in Concert at Millennium Square Leeds – July 28 Calverley Street, Leeds, LS1 1UR 0113 378 6988 www.millsqleeds.com This action-packed adventure pits man against prehistoric predator in the ultimate battle for survival.

In HD with a full symphony orchestra performing John Williams’ score live to the picture.

Outdoor Play and Learn Event at Bowling Park, Bradford – July 30 263 Bowling Hall Road, Bradford, BD4 7TL 01274 765 272 A family focussed outdoor play day for parents and carers and their children. Aimed at two to 11-year-olds.

Scavenger hunt, picnic (bring your own) and a Sports Day themed afternoon. 10am–2pm.

Pony Pampering at Hope Pastures, Leeds – Wednesdays from July 31 to August 21 Weetwood Lane, Leeds, LS16 5PH 0113 261 4344 www.hopepastures.org Meet the ponies and spend time pampering and brushing them. £5 donation per person/child to pamper a pony and receive a rosette. 10.30am to 12noon.

For more information and to book email office@hopepastures.org.

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WHAT’S ON? Chatterbooks at Chapel Allerton Library – August 2 106 Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS7 4LZ 0113 214 5812 www.leeds.gov.uk If you are aged seven to 11 and love reading, then join this friendly Chatterbooks group. Free activity for children, adults must stay. 3.30pm to 4.30pm.

Big Family Fun Day and Classic Car Show at Temple Newsam – August 3 Leeds, LS15 0AE www.events.st-gemma.co.uk St Gemma's Hospice Big Family Fun Day is back again this summer at Temple Newsam and will be bigger and better than ever. With loads of stalls, food vendors, entertainment, fun fair rides, inflatables, bar, assault course and games. St Gemma's has also teamed up with the City of Leeds MG and Classic Car Club to display a whole host of vintage vehicles. Entry is by donation on the day and plenty of free parking is available.

Sunday Street Festival at Piece Hall Halifax – August 4 Blackledge, Halifax, HX1 1RE www.thepiecehall.co.uk Get set for a jam-packed day of free entertainment for the whole family, with street theatre, slapstick, circus, music and dance. 11am to 5pm.

Seasonal Nature Drop-in Session at TCV Skelton Grange – August 5 Skelton Grange Road, Leeds, LS10 1RS www.tcv.org.uk/skeltongrange Skelton Grange will be open to families and childminders between 10am and 1pm for a seasonal activity day. Booking essential.

Sensory Room for Families with Additional Needs at Leeds City Museum – August 8 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 8BH www.leeds.gov.uk A pop-up sensory room with bubble tube, dark tents and tactile toys, for a calmer moment on your museum trip in the holidays. 10.30am.

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Fun Friday: Face Painting and Dressing Up at Piece Hall, Halifax – August 9 Blackledge, Halifax, HX1 1RE www.thepiecehall.co.uk What will you be? Head to The Piece Hall Courtyard and have your face painted and rummage through the dressing up box and find something nice to wear.

10.30am to 3pm.

Halifax Show – August 10 Savile Park, Skircoat Moor Road, Halifax, HX1 3EW www.halifaxshow.org.uk Cattle, horses, goats, sheep and vintage vehicles, the Rockwood Harriers, chick hatching, Saxon Karate Club, ferret racing, Halifax Jiu Jitsu, bee displays, alpacas, mini zoo, donkey rides, fairground, puppet shows, bouncy castles and much more.

Archery at the National Coal Mining Museum – August 11 Caphouse Colliery, New Rd, Overton WF4 4RH 01924 848 806 www.ncm.org.uk It’s bows at the ready as the De-Notton bowers arrive at Hope Pit, offering an opportunity to have a go at archery. 10am–4pm.

Making Monday: Weave A Bookmark at Piece Hall, Halifax – August 12 Blackledge, Halifax, HX1 1RE www.thepiecehall.co.uk Go along to the Activity Cart in The Courtyard and learn how to make a colourful woven bookmark. 10.30am to 3pm.

The Luna Cinema presents Mary Poppins Returns – August 18 Millennium Square, Calverley Street, Leeds, LS1 1UR www.millsqleeds.com Enjoy an outdoor cinema experience with a film screening of Mary Poppins Returns. Doors open 7pm, film 8.30pm.

Wacky Wednesday Seaside Special at the National Coal Mining Museum – August 21 Caphouse Colliery, New Rd, Overton WF4 4RH 01924 848 806 www.ncm.org.uk Under fives and their carers are invited to join a train ride to the museum’s beach to explore the themes of floating and sinking. Get stuck into seaside songs, stories, rhymes, activities and craft making to take home. The morning ends with a special performance exploring the holiday adventure of Maurice the Miner.

10.15am–11.45am.

Charles II Horse Show at Royal Armouries Museum Leeds – August 24 to 26 Armouries Drive, Leeds, LS10 1LT 0113 220 1999 www.royalarmouries.org This August Bank Holiday weekend you are invited to the court of King Charles II. There will be a packed programme of activities for all the family to enjoy including combats, talks and handling sessions plus the opportunity to meet the monarch. The king will also grace you with his presence at two special cavalry riding skills horse shows, at 12 noon and 3pm each day.

Sneaky Feast and Fiesta at Kirkstall Abbey – August 25 Abbey Walk, Kirkstall Road, Leeds, LS5 3EH 0113 230 5492 www.sneakyexperience.co.uk Sneaky Experience presents the very first Kirkstall Food Festival with a difference, filled with delicious food and drink and carnival vibes, all within the atmospheric setting of Kirkstall Abbey. 5pm to 11pm.

Jasper Space Dog! with children’s author Hilary Robinson at Bradford Libraries – August 27 & 29 www.bradford.gov.uk/libraries Burley, Wyke, Bingley and Manningham Libraries host.

Find out about the adventures of Jasper, who wants to be the first dog to visit the Moon. Suitable for families with children from five years old. Part of the Space Chase Summer Reading Challenge. Hilary will be signing copies of her book.

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