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Summer ‘To Do’ list

How to prepare for secondary school

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News and views Take it to the stage Help your child transfer to secondary school Win a stunning woman’s portrait session Your Summer ‘To Do list’ Win a family day on the Island Fruity summer treats the kids will love Tips on flying with young children Teach them to cycle in 7 easy steps What’s on guide for families

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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.

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How to help your child transfer to secondary school It’s one of the biggest transitions of childhood: moving to secondary school. From travelling independently to remembering when homework is due in, your child will need to become a good deal more self-sufficient. Here’s how to ease the transition during the months before.

Ramp up responsibilities

Senior school children have to be considerably more responsible for their own belongings and themselves. Whereas primary school teachers send letters to parents, at ‘big’ school, communication on day-to-day issues might well be to your child only. Begin by trying to remind your child less about what kit or books they need daily.

Take the stage!

Begin building independence out and about

Who hasn’t dreamed of being on stage at some point? Whether it’s rocking out with an air guitar and hairbrush-mic, or wafting around your bedroom in a synthetic net tutu! Here are some of our favourite local clubs that will bring out the star in your child.

Listen out for concerns

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Most secondary school pupils travel to school minus mum and dad, so get yours used to being out without you. It’ll be less daunting for them if this starts on the journey to primary school, rather than being thrown into travelling alone on a lesser-known route. If they haven’t started walking to school alone or with a friend already, the summer term of year six is a good time to begin. The first time or two you could walk a little behind them at least part of the way to keep an eye out.

Some children take this huge change in their stride and are ready to move on, while others will feel anxious. Common concerns include getting lost around a much larger school, dealing with the journey, making new friends and managing the homework load. The key is to keep communication going between you – ask now and then how they’re feeling about their new school and listen and reassure them.

Attend settling-in days

Most secondaries hold a session for new joiners, usually during the summer term of year six. This is an important opportunity to get to know the buildings, potential classmates and teachers and it should make the first day less intimidating. Consider attending any social events at the school too, such as a concert or the summer fair.

Introduce them to other children going to the same school

This won’t matter so much if half your child’s class is heading to the same secondary but if there won’t be a familiar face, try and find prospective classmates through the local grapevine and then arrange a meet up.

Once they have started, keep these in mind...

Expect them to be tired and emotional…

Many year sevens get very tired thanks to the ‘newness’, on top of a longer day and a more complicated journey. Stick to early nights and restful weekends to fend off exhaustion – and the moodiness that goes with this.

Get super-organised with homework

At primary, pupils might only have had a small amount of homework; expect the game to be raised now. Not only will there be more but keeping on top of when it all needs handing in can be complicated.

Help your child help themselves by suggesting they complete each task soon, so that it doesn’t build up. A homework planner can also be useful.

Get used to knowing much less about what goes on

In primary, you might well have been at the school gates most days and familiar with your child’s friends, parents and teachers. This will change: with independent travel comes a more hands-off approach.

Be there for them

It’s tempting to think this independence means you’re being made redundant come September but they’ll still need you - albeit in different ways. Be there as a sounding board - someone to listen and advise. And of course, they’ll still be calling upon the Bank of Mum and Dad and parental taxi service more than ever…

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Learning from inspirational, security checked teachers who are dancers, choreographers, singers or actors themselves inspires children to strive to reach their individual limit, they will enjoy themselves and gain confidence to deal with all that life brings. Try Stage Coach for a couple of weeks with no obligation, there is no audition to get in, just enthusiasm needed. Call 0845 521 3730 to book a trial session.

Perform Drama, Dance and Singing Workshops Perform is a drama, dance and singing workshops for children to focus on helping develop children’s confidence, co-ordination, communication and concentration skills. Perform is not a stage school but will help give your child amazing social skills and the best fun of their week.

From September to December, Perform 4 -7 year old children will be setting off on an exciting adventure around the world! The children will learn catching 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.

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The Rock Project Waterlooville The Rock Project offers children the opportunity to learn electric guitar, bass guitar, drums and vocals as well as experience playing together as a band, under the supervision of professional musicians.

The Rock Project takes place at Waterlooville Baptist Church, 368 London Road, PO7 7SY on a Saturday morning. Classes are divided into a junior session for 7-11 year olds from 9am -11am and a senior session for 12-18 year olds from 11am-1pm. Instruments can be supplied. For further details visit www.therockproject.com or contact Sam Fry by email at portsmouth@ therockproject.com.

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Family Fun day at Fontwell Park

After the very popular family fun day at Fontwell Park in May that saw a record attendance of just under 10,000 racegoers attend the Sussex course, Fontwell are gearing up to do it all over again for their second family day of the year on Sunday September 4th.

Favourite attractions from this year return for another jam packed family day that sees free entertainment for the kids and under 18s going free for a day out that doesn’t break the bank. With 9 races on offer for this meeting including 2 pony races, make sure you get your tickets in advance from only £12 for adults.

Discover Lost Kingdom - only at Paultons Park

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 Use the voucher between you and the waves, on page 15 to receive then take the helm of the rib a kids ice cream for boat simulator! Finally head £1 at the Waterfront right up to the Sky Deck to feel Café!* the energizing sea breeze in your hair from this open air top level.

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!

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WIN a family day out at Goodwood Racecourse

We are giving you and your family the chance to experience all the thrills of a day at the races.

Over three magical days, the enchanting August Bank Holiday weekend rekindles the nostalgic Summer Holidays of yesteryear to create the ultimate family day out.

A classic treat for all ages, this popular event has a wide choice of traditional entertainment, an old-fashioned funfair featuring a carousel, helter-skelter and big wheel, plus plenty of live music. The Lennox Enclosure also has a choice of bars, covered grandstand seating and the children’s playground, presented by Butlin’s. All of this is on offer at Goodwood’s beautiful racecourse, which provides stunning views over the Sussex Downs and beyond.

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Enclosure on Saturday 27 August to give away! This prize includes admission for two adults and up to six children plus access to all of the complimentary entertainment. You can bring a picnic, explore the exciting playground and watch all the racing action from directly by the rails, for a family afternoon to remember.

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Day Out With Thomas 6th -14th August

The best sailors, the fastest boats!

Watch the excitement and join the action

The Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series Portsmouth (Friday 22 – Sunday 24 July) guarantees an adrenaline fuelled spectacle with the world’s best sailors competing on foiling, wing-sailed catamarans that ‘fly’ on foils at astonishing speeds of up to 40mph. It’s not just all about the sailing: off the water there is a packed three-day programme of entertainment in the ‘Race Village’ that will enthral all the family.

Located on Southsea Seafront the ‘Race Village’ offers close-up views of the racing and an exciting array of food traders. For those wanting more exhilarating action world class BMX champions will be performing in Southsea Skate Park. Don’t expect the high speed action to be just on the water - as the sailing teams fly over the water, up in the sky there are fantastic aerial displays. For tickets and more info visit: www.lvacwsportsmouth.com/ticket

Super 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.

Summer at Fishbourne Roman Palace Beat the boredom blues this summer with some exciting events at Fishbourne Roman Palace. From 19th – 29th July, visitors will get a chance to try their hand at being an archaeologist and join in with a special excavation, washing finds, identifying them and discovering what happens to them next. On Thursdays in August, there’s a chance to get creative during Fishbourne’s Summer Fun event. A modern take on ancient crafts with lots of activities and things to make and do. As well as these events, the site is open every day during the summer from 10am offering guided tours and an interactive area for children.

Roman Way, Fishbourne, Chichester PO19 3QR. Tel: 01243 785859

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.

Arts and craft workshops

This summer Aspex Gallery in Portsmouth will be hosting a series of arts and crafts workshops, taking place in their newly renovated Learning Space!

This includes ‘Young Artists’ for ages 10 – 14 years, which will see kids making artwork inspired by Aspex’s painting and sculpture-based exhibition, ‘Double Dutch’!

For the younger ones, there’s ‘Holiday Art Club’ (8 – 11 years), with activities inspired by all things nature!

To top this all of, the gallery will continue to offer their free weekly drop-in workshops in the form of ‘Family Saturdays’ (11am - 1pm).

Details of all workshops can be found online: www.aspex.org.uk

Artillery Parade and Assault Course at Fort Nelson On the 30 and 31 July, experience the power and might of the big guns during an action-packed weekend of live firings of historic artillery from the Napoleonic period through to the Second World War and beyond.

As well as the excitement of live firings there will be talks, film shows and object-handling sessions plus static displays and military vehicles.

Throughout the summer holidays, kids will have loads of fresh air and fun on the outdoor adventure course. Let them burn off some energy on the balance beams, crawl nets and tyre walks. Stay and play all day (£3.50 per child). Explore this massive Victorian fort, its tunnels and ramparts.

Don’t miss the daily big gun firing at 1pm.

Visit www.royalarmouries.org for the full programme and to book your tickets. Portsdown Hill Road, Fareham PO17 6AN. Tel: 01329 233734

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Unleash your inner Ninja! Journey to the stars An exciting range of star shows is on offer this summer at the South Downs Planetarium in Chichester, located to the south of the City on the campus of the Chichester High Schools. There is free car parking adjacent to the Planetarium building, easy access for the disabled, and it is only a short walk from rail and bus stations.

A brand new family attraction, based on TV’s popular Ninja Warrior series and the first of its kind in the UK, is now open at Action Stations, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

Measuring 20 metre x 6 metre, the £60,000 assault course has been tailor made to reflect the physical challenges of the Royal Marines in the popular attraction, which showcases life in the modern Royal Navy.

Combining elements of Parkour, rock climbing and rope courses, the course is suitable for anyone over six and visitors can have as many goes as they like.

The annual All Attraction Ticket can be bought online for £26.40 (adult) or £18.40 (child 5-15).

This ticket includes entry to the Mary Rose Museum, HMS Warrior 1860, HMS Victory, HMS M.33, The National Museum of the Royal Navy Portsmouth and Action Stations. Also included is admission to their off-site attractions, including Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower (Gosport), the Royal Navy Submarine Museum and HMS Alliance (Gosport) and the Royal Marines Museum (Eastney). Plus a complimentary waterbus to the Gosport attractions and a 45-minute Harbour Tour.

For more information on all ticket prices, see www.historicdockyard.co.uk/tickets-andoffers

Centrepiece of the 100-seat auditorium is the magnificent star projector which displays over 4,500 pinpoint stars on the dome above your head. Using the star projector, our shows ‘Summertime Stars, Moon and Planets’ and ‘Summer Nights, Shooting Stars’ will showcase the wonders of the summer night sky, and are suitable for would-be stargazers aged 7 and upwards.

Shows coming up include ‘Seven Wonders of the Solar System’, ‘All Aboard – A Tour of the Planets’ and Destination Mars, the Red Planet, which visit the fascinating members of the Sun’s family. Other presentations will look at ‘Our Galaxy, The Milky Way’ and ‘Hubble’s Glorious Universe’. This summer will also see the return, by popular demand, of old favourites including ‘The Moon, Our Nearest Neighbour’, ‘The Northern Lights’, the story behind Nature’s greatest light show, and ‘Prepare for Blast Off!’, a topical show for aspiring astronauts of all ages.

Archery and Assault Courses on Peter Ashley’s holiday programme The Peter Ashley Activity Centres Trust provide a fantastic mix of activities for all ages including; Archery, Air Rifle shooting, Assault Courses, Climbing, Horse Riding, Initiative Tests, Holiday Activities, and Team Building events plus many more. Based in two historic Victorian forts overlooking the Solent and South Downs, the forts provide an atmospheric environment in which to learn or progress your skills. The very popular Holiday Activity programmes, Owner Pony days and Limitless days fill up fast, so make sure you book your space soon!

Peter Ashley Road, Portsmouth PO6 1BJ Telephone: 023 9232 1223

For details of all upcoming shows, and a map showing you how to get there, visit the Planetarium’s website at www.southdowns. org.uk. It is always advisable to book tickets in advance, as some shows sell out quickly.

Call 01243 774400 or 07818 297292 to reserve tickets.

FREE kids clubs at Cascades

This summer Cascades Shopping Centre will play host to three, free, kids clubs giving youngsters plenty to do during the school holidays.

On Wednesday 27 July children will be able to take part in a very special nautical-themed day featuring games, arts and crafts and even a boat race!

Ice Age stars Sid and Scrat join the fun on Wednesday 10 August giving children a chance to meet the popular prehistoric pair.

To round out the summer of fun, on Wednesday 24 August children can dress up as ‘who they want to be when they grow up’ and can step into the Cascades photo booth to get a picture of their future. 230 Commercial Rd, Portsmouth PO1 4RL. Tel: 023 9285 1255

A World of Play at Horizon

Havant and Waterlooville Leisure Centres have two large indoor play centres suitable for children up to age 12. The centres both have separate toddler areas, lots of seating for adults, free Wi-Fi and its FREE for adults and babies.

The impressive Horizon World of Play at Waterlooville has cleverly been themed so your children can go exploring around the world from playing football in Wembley to sliding down the New York skyline. Horizone Play Centre at Havant has 4 levels with a large 3 wave slide for children to race each other down, ball pit, robe bridges, nets and tunnels.

Waterlooville PO7 7UW. Tel: 02392 245900.

Havant, PO9 2AY. Tel: 02392 476026

Brand new play area at Staunton Country Park Visit Staunton’s fantastic brand new outdoor play area with its fully accessible play equipment. Set sail to China on Sir George Staunton’s punt boat and discover the spinning tea cups, large climbing frame with its Chinese inspired rooftops, accessible swings and much much more!

Plus all the usual fun of the farm with friendly animals and regular encounter sessions, the south coast's largest ornamental glasshouses, beautiful gardens and 1,000 acres of country park to explore, there’s something for everyone this summer at Staunton.

Visit the Park during the summer holidays (21 July - 4th Sept) and celebrate the summertime with crafts, trails and animal encounters from.

Normal admission applies. Small charge applies for some crafts and activities.

Middle Park Way, Havant PO9 5HB Tel: 023 9245 3405

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Take a relaxing day out on the Island With Wightlink Isle of Wight Ferries, it has never been easier for families to escape to the Isle of Wight for some Island summertime fun. Wightlink Ferries’ fast and convenient car ferries get families over to the Isle of Wight in just 40 - 45 minutes from Lymington or Portsmouth. Alternatively, foot passengers venturing over to the Island can hop on board the 22 minute Catamaran service, located at Portsmouth Harbour station.

Once on the Island, there are plenty of attractions, beaches and outdoor landscapes to discover. The Isle of Wight is one of the richest sites in the world for fossils, and many of the finest of these can only be seen at Dinosaur Isle.

Visitors can step back 125 million years to when Dinosaurs roamed the land, and excavate model skeletons, as well as handle the real fossils that have been found.

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Wightlink Ferries is giving one lucky winner the chance to enjoy day return Wightlink car ferry travel and entry to Dinosaur Isle for up to four people, plus a copy of the Dinosaur Safari Guide book. 10 runners-up will also receive a copy of the Dinosaur Safari Guide book.

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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.

Lemon or lime juice

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

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

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

60g chopped almonds and pecans Heat the oven to 350F 40g dried cranberries, degrees / 180C / Gas 4.

50g butter or margarine Grease and line a baking 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.

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

Drizzle with lime 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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How to make:

3 thin plastic straws

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

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

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Tips for flying

with young children

Will you be travelling abroad with your young children this year? Here are 15 tips for a stress-free journey...

Inform the airline when you book your flight that you have young children and take advantage of all the extra help they offer parents.

Check if your airport has a dedicated crèche. Some are equipped with toys, books and rest rooms.

Ask if you can take your buggy to the flight’s gate so your little one will have somewhere familiar to nap if your flight is delayed.

Pack plenty of wet wipes in your handbag.

Get your children used to drinking room temperature drinks as it can be difficult to keep bottles cool or warm them up at the airport.

Pre-book children's meals on flights. They get served first and you'll avoid the endless wait for food.

Breastfeed your baby, or have a drink ready for an older child when the flight is taking off and landing as the sucking motion will help equalise the pressure in the ears (often an uncomfortable cause of babies crying on flights).

Dress children in layers as they can get too warm on a flight – or too cold if the air conditioning is on full blast.

Under-twos usually travel free as long as they sit on a parent’s lap for the entire flight. If your budget will stretch to it maybe pay the extra fare so you have an extra seat.

Let your child have their own carry-on bag of small games and treats.

A seat near the bulkhead (where there is a division or toilet in front) may have a bit of extra room, so your toddler could play on the floor.

Take plenty of baby food and mini snacks with you.

Try to time your child’s day so they will have a nap on the flight. Some airlines provide pillows and blankets.

Take non-battery toys and games with you like good old fashioned colouring books.

Keep an eye on your child’s feet to make sure the seat in front doesn't get kicked.

But most of all; try to keep calm and enjoy yourself… it is your well-earned holiday too!

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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.

Always wear a helmet

Begin with a balance bike

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.

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 – so at a local park or area with no traffic. You can work your way up to small hills.

Teach them to use the brake

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.

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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.

Look for safety add-ons

Get an adjustable seat

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.

Upgrade to a bigger bike

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

New Website for Families!

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 has a network of over 340 hyper-local sites across the UK. Like our magazine, the local sites in the Solent area are guaranteed to give you the very best ideas for spending time with your family locally.

The site will be more comprehensive than ever and easier to use (on all of your devices!) offering inspirational ideas for things to do with the kids 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!

WE ARE RECRUITING! We are looking for two Area Managers to run our Chichester/Bognor Regis site and Isle of Wight site If you are a local parent living in these areas looking for a flexible working opportunity and would like to know more about joining our team, please email sharon@familiessolenteast.co.uk with a covering letter and CV

Thousands of ideas for things to do with the kids from hundreds of parents across the UK

Your new Families Online Area Managers We asked our new online Area Managers to tell us a little bit about themselves. You may well already know Shelley from Mums in the Know Portsmouth, who we are super excited to now have as part of our Families team!

Shelley Cook - Area Manager for Families Online Portsmouth ‘‘I live with my husband and two children in Cosham. I was born on the Isle of Wight, and have lived all over the country, so I feel like I've come full circle! I used to practise family law as a solicitor but I've been a work at home mum for 5 years now.

I launched the Mums in the Know Portsmouth site in April 2015 and I've really enjoyed getting out and about and meeting people, finding new places to take the children and writing the events guides. It's amazing how much Portsmouth has to offer.

Having been a Families Magazine reader for years, I'm delighted that we are now joining forces and that the MITK Portsmouth site will be re-branded Families Portsmouth. I'm really looking forward to working with the Families team and can't wait to get started.’’

Gemma Clifton - Area Manager for Families Fareham and Gosport ‘‘I have a 1 year old, Theo and I’m expecting another boy in September (definitely going to have my hands full!). My husband Glen, is in the Royal Navy, so we tend to make the most of our family times. We really enjoy being outdoors, so going on lots of walks with the dog, or visiting local parks. We live in such a beautiful area, so there is always somewhere new to visit!

I want to make the Families Fareham and Gosport site a friendly and welcoming platform that families can turn to without the need for trawling the web for hours, as I know how important family time is! Plus I know first-hand how time-consuming trying to find local events, group, classes can be, I’ve had days that have pretty much disappeared because I was trying to find something to do!’’

Caroline Roope - Area Manager for Families Havant and Waterlooville ‘‘I’ve lived in and around Hampshire for much of my adult life and I’m currently living in Horndean with my husband and two children. We love it here and enjoy everything the village has to offer – great schools, a lovely community, and the countryside and Portsmouth right on our doorsteps.

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The children bring home our local Families magazine in their book bags and I always read it cover to cover – it’s such a great resource for local families. The articles are always so well written and relevant to our life-stage, and the event listings are my bible in the school holidays! I love writing and hope to be able to create some really interesting and inspiring content for the Havant and Waterlooville website. I’m really thrilled to be joining Families at such an exciting time and hope I can successfully advocate the brand and engage other local families with what Families has to offer’’

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Horizon Indoor Play Centres Open daily 9am - 6pm

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.

Weekends until 26 August Live at the Bandstand The Bandstand, Southsea

Get set for a sizzling summer of FREE live music every Saturday and Sunday during the summer (weather permitting) with an array of styles and genres at the Bandstand. Free event. 1pm-4pm.

8 July - 24 August Summer in the Stars

Southdowns Planetarium and Science Centre, Kingsham Road, Chichester PO19 8RP. 01243 774400

Throughout the summer, there is an impressive range of shows at the Southdowns Planetarium.

Watch ‘Summertime Stars, moon and Planets’, ‘The Northern Lights’, Violent sun, Space weather’ and lots more shows, suitable for children aged 7 plus. Showing on various dates throughout the

Spot the dot for FREE events!

summer at 3:30pm or 7:30pm. Please check the website for dates and for tickets www.southdowns.org.uk

Suitable for children up to age 12

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8 July In Search of Wildlife

SEARCH - Hands-On Centre, Gosport, PO12 1BU. 023 9250 1957

Drop in event to mark the opening of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition in Gosport Gallery.

After looking at the amazing wildlife photos in the Gallery go through to SEARCH to see real animal specimens, enjoy activities, dressing up and a make and take on a wildlife theme. No need to book just come along. 10am to 2pm / Suggested £1 donation for making activity.

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9 July Summer Garden Party

Graylingwell Park, Chichester, PO19 6PQ

ASSAULT COURSE | LIVE FIRINGS | GUN DRILLS | MILITARY VEHICLES An action-packed weekend of live firings of historic artillery from the Napoleonic period through to World War II.

Adults (16+): £8 / Children (3+): £5 / Family: £20* *(2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children)

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Chichester’s biggest summer fete; packed full of entertainment, activities and fun. Tractor trailer rides (free), 30+ stalls, live music, kids’ play village (free), old-fashioned arcade games, a surprise visit from a children's TV favourite, Big Doggie Do (bring your dog), Food, Ice Creams, arena events, bouncy slide, sumo suits and more. 124pm. Free entry. Visit www.chichestercdt.org.uk for more information.

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8 July The Girl and the Giraffe The Spring Arts and Heritage Centre, Havant, PO9 1BS 023 9247 2700

Charming puppetry, enchanting soundscape and beautiful storytelling combine in this sensitive show about love and friendship. 11.30am. For ages 3 +

9 – 10 July Beach Clean

Blue Reef Aquarium, Southsea, PO5 3PB. 02392 875 222

Give a helping hand to keep our beaches in top notch shape. See website for details.

9 July Beyonce Workshop

Groundlings Theatre, Portsmouth PO1 3BS. 023 9273 7370 Cassius Powell brings his Beyonce Workshop to Portsmouth for the first time.

For children aged 7yrs – 14yrs. £15. 11.30am - 1.30pm.

15 July Marine Life Rescue

The Diving Museum, Gosport PO12 2QU. 02392 602260

Tea time talk and activities for the whole family. Squash, cake and cookies provided. 4pm to 5.30pm. / £3 per person.

16 July Butser Young Archaeologists’ Club

Butser Ancient Farm, Waterlooville, PO8 0BG. 02392 598 838 Would you like to try an archaeological dig, explore ancient pottery or find out how ancient peoples built their homes? The Young Archaeologists’ Club is run by enthusiastic professional leaders and provides hands-on activity sessions once a month on a Saturday between 2-4pm during the summer months. £4 per session.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 20 July – 31 August Late summer nights

Robin Hill Country Adventure Park, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2NY

It's Carnival Time! Experience amazing days and stunning nights this summer. The park and its attractions stay open late, until 10pm every Tuesday and Thursday evening until 1st September. Enjoy lots of high energy carnival style evening entertainment with live music and performance, Squawks summer night parade, Wings by Twilight display and much more!

10am to 10pm.

21 July - 4 September Summertime crafts

Staunton Country Park, Havant.

Visit the Park and celebrate the summertime with crafts, trails and animal encounters. Normal admission applies. Small charge applies for some crafts and activities. All children must be supervised by an adult.

21 July – 4 September Junior Assault Course

Fort Nelson, Fareham, PO17 6AN 01329 233 734

Fire their imaginations this summer! Kids will have loads of fresh air and fun on the outdoor adventure course. Let them burn off some energy on the balance beams, crawl nets and tyre walks.

Stay and play all day. Explore this massive Victorian Fort, its tunnels and ramparts and don’t miss the daily big gun firing at 1pm. Museum admission is free.

Some activities carry a small charge.

19 – 29 July Have a Go at Archaeology Fishbourne Roman Palace Chichester PO19 3QR

Can you imagine what it feels like to discover a real Roman artefact? The team will be offering the opportunity for visitors to help out on a special archaeological site.

Working with the digging team, you can learn excavation techniques and have the chance to find a real artefact or two. Who knows what you will discover! There will also be a chance to have a go at archaeological surveying, recording and geophysics as well as meet experts and find out about what artefacts can tell us about the past.

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23 July Ben's Bees 21 July Horizon’s Schools Out For Summer Disco Horizon Leisure Centre, Havant, PO9 2AY. 023 9247 6026

Celebrate School finishing for Summer! Disco, party games, raffle, party games. 4pm - 6pm

21 July – 25 August Thumbs Up Thursdays

Performance Podium, West Street, Fareham, PO16 0AN Free activities every Thursday throughout the Summer holidays. Something different each week, including Bungee Trampolines, Arts and Crafts, Inflatable Slide, Crazy Golf, Bouncy Castle and Emma's Petting Farm! Active Antz Team will also be providing lots of great activities including soft play and penalty shootout football! 11am - 2pm.

New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth, PO1 2DD. 023 9264 9000

A magical theatrical adaptation of Katy Hounsell-Robert’s book. Join Ben and his cousin Martha as they find themselves turned into bees in their grandfather’s garden. 2pm.

24 July Guided Walk: Bees & Blooms Staunton Country Park, Havant, PO9 5HB. 023 9245 3405

Discover the fascinating relationship between the flower and the bee. Led by a Staunton gardener who keeps bees on the site. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

Booking is essential. Normal admission prices apply. At Staunton there are 1,000 acres of landscaped parkland, with a lake, follies and ancient woodland to explore. With friendly animals, ornamental farm, beautiful gardens and glasshouses. 1.30pm.

22 – 24 July The Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series Portsmouth Southsea Seafront

An adrenaline fuelled spectacle with the world’s best sailors competing on foiling, wing-sailed catamarans that ‘fly’ on foils at astonishing speeds of up to 40mph. It’s not just all about the sailing: off the water there is a packed three-day programme of entertainment in the ‘Race Village’ that will enthral all the family and an exciting array of food traders. World class BMX champions will be performing in Southsea Skate Park and up in the sky there will be fantastic aerial displays.

21 July – 28 August Summer Nature Trail

QE Country Park, Waterlooville, PO8 0QE. 02392 595 040

Enjoy a leisurely walk through the Park while the children hunt out the clues to solve the trail puzzle and claim their prize. No booking required. See Visitor Centre for the trail. From 10am / £2 per child

22 July Horizon’s Schools Out for Summer Disco Waterlooville Leisure Centre, PO7 7UW. 023 9224 5900

Celebrate School being finished for Summer! Disco, party games, raffle, party bags. 4pm to 6pm.

25 July – 2 September Summer Holiday Activities

Peter Ashley Activity Centre, Cosham PO6 1BJ. 023 9232 1223

An exciting range of activities that run during every school holiday within the Victorian Fort. Activities include climbing, archery, shooting, assault courses, horse riding and lots more. From £16 per day.

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Summer Wednesdays ‘Big Night Out’ Extravaganza 25 July Wildlife Photography Fakes Family Workshop SEARCH - Hands-On Centre, Gosport, PO12 1BU. 023 9250 1957

Stage your own wildlife photos with stuffed animals, backgrounds and props. Improve your digital photography skills with the help of an expert tutor.

Make photo frames and amazing sun prints. Bring your own camera (SEARCH will have a few to borrow if you don't own one).

Advance booking essential.

10.30am - 12.30pm / £4 per child, accompanying adults free.

26 – 29 July School Holiday Activities: Have Fun with Clay

Blackgang Chine, Near Ventnor, Isle of Wight, PO38 2HN. 01983 730 330

Back by popular demand, the famous ‘Big Night Out’ Fireworks Extravaganza will take place every Wednesday during the school holidays, starting Wednesday 27th July – 31st August. Enjoy an evening of fun and entertainment including street performers, magicians, live music, a BBQ and to bring your day to a spectacular end, an aweinspiring musical firework display set off from the cliff edge!

30 – 31 July Artillery on Parade

Fort Nelson, Fareham, PO17 6AN 01329 233 734

Flora Twort Gallery, Petersfield, GU32 3HS. 01730 260 756

Throughout the school holidays, the Flora Twort Gallery will be running a programme of arts and crafts activities for children and families. Events are free for children to attend and there is a small fee for adults. 10.30am 12.30pm

26 - 30 July Qatar Goodwood Festival

Goodwood Racecourse, Chichester

One of the highlights of the summer season, combining topclass international horseracing with a relaxed atmosphere.

Guests can enjoy 13 Group races across the five-day event with prize money totalling over £4.9 million, including the £1 million Qatar Sussex Stakes in which the world’s best horses compete for top honours. It is not just about racing; on all days you will find superb food and drink, live music and even complimentary strawberries and cream. Tickets from £16.80 /accompanied children under the age of 18 FREE. Contact 01243 216610 or visit www.goodwood.com

27 July Free Kids Club

Cascades Shopping Centre Portsmouth

Children will be able to take part in a very special nautical-themed day featuring games, arts and crafts and even a boat race!

27 July Let's Go Fly A Kite

Bembridge Windmill, Isle of Wight, PO35 5SQ, 01983 873 945 Tick off number 7 (fly a kite) in your 50 Things adventure scrapbook. £2 per kite kit.

Suitable for the whole family.

An action-packed weekend of live firings of historic artillery from the Napoleonic period through to the Second World War and beyond. As well as the excitement of live firings, there will be talks, film shows and object-handling sessions plus static displays and military vehicles. There will also be the opportunity to have a go at loading and firing a Victorian field gun. Our younger visitors can join in the fun on the Junior Assault Course. (All day admission to the assault course is included with a child’s Artillery on Parade ticket). 11am to 4pm.

Saturdays during the holidays Saturday Night at the Movies Robin Hill Country Adventure Park, Isle of Wight. 01983 527 352

Enjoy your favourite films at Robin Hill this summer with Saturday Night at the Movies!

From children’s classics to singalongs and a bit of romance too – the perfect outdoor movie experience for the whole family!

Admission to 'Saturday Night at the Movies' is not included in Robin Hill's standard entry ticket.

A separate charge will apply.

30 July – 7 August Knight School

Carisbrooke Castle, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1XY. 01983 522 107 Join in for a summer of hands on Medieval activities and crafts.

Get involved in knight training, etiquette, storytelling and craft throughout the day. Design and paint your own shield or try on a mini harness of knight’s armour.

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1 – 31 August Victorian Seaside Fun

Osborne House, Isle of Wight, PO32 6JX. 0370 333 1181

Find yourself a spot on the sand and enjoy a traditional show of Punch & Judy on Osborne's beach. Every day throughout the summer holidays see Mr Punch and friends getting up to mischief. Have a go at the traditional Victorian games, enjoy a delicious locally made ice cream and go for a dip in the Solent. Ticketed event.

and creativity. Working with Lab Associates Filskit Theatre the project will span the whole three days and culminates in a sharing for your friends and family. Book your FREE place. 10am to 4pm.

6 August Portsmouth Stories: Family Workshop New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth, PO1 2DD. 023 9264 9000

An autism-friendly, interactive family workshop. With a focus on interactive projection and drama skills, building confidence, teamwork and creativity for the whole family. 11am to 12.30pm.

4, 11, 18 and 25 August Summer Fun!

Fishbourne Roman Palace, PO19 3QR

Don’t miss the fun at Fishbourne Roman Palace this summer when there’s a chance to try all things Roman! On Thursdays in August the Palace will come alive with hands-on activities for all ages to enjoy.

There will an opportunity to create clay lamps and coil pots, have a go at dressing up as a Roman, make your own mosaic design, play some Roman games, explore the Roman gardens, and find out about the wine the Romans drank!

1 August Ancient Hunting Skills Field Farm Project, Alton, GU34 3PX. 07979 321 369

Adventure into the natural world of plants, trees and animals. Discover how our ancestors would have tracked and hunted animals; use camouflage and stalking games to try and get close to and in tune with the wildlife in the forest. Have a go at hitting targets with the ancient atl atl (spear thrower). 10.00am – 3.30pm / £30 per child.

2 – 4 August Evolve Summer Workshop New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth, PO1 2DD. 023 9264 9000

These interactive workshops will focus on interactive projection and drama skills, building confidence, teamwork

6-14 August Day Out with Thomas

Midhants Railway, Alresford

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! Thomas sticker and certificate for every child. Activities, bouncy slide, tea cup ride, children’s entertainer and Thomas tattoos!

Ride with Thomas, Toad and Diesel!

Book your tickets online at www. dayoutwiththomas.co.uk or simply pay on the day

10 August Free Kids Club

Cascades Shopping Centre, Portsmouth

Ice Age stars Sid and Scrat join the fun giving children a chance to meet the popular prehistoric pair.

9 August Bush Craft Survival

The Sustainability Centre, Petersfield Make a peg and mallet, put up a shelter, make a quick small safe fire and harvest food and medicine. The aim is to make as little impact on the environment as possible, covering your trail as you go. Parents must attend with children. For children aged 10 years+. £18. 10.30am to 3pm.

13 August Umbrella Festival

Groundlings Theatre, Portsmouth PO1 3BS. 02392 737 370

The umbrella festival is a chance to enjoy live music, performances and art and craft stalls, celebrating the diverse culture of our city. In 1712 Jonas Hanway was born on the site of Groundlings and he is the man charged with popularising the Umbrella. Free entry. 11am - 4pm.

15 August Museum Decathlon

SEARCH - Hands-On Centre, Gosport, PO12 1BU. 023 9250 1957

Hands-on family fun for all ages.

Drop in to our Museum Olympics!

Ten activities including games, puzzles, dressing up and art to be completed to get a medal. No need to book just drop in. 10am to 1pm / £2 per participating child with accompanying adults free.

16 – 18 and 23 – 25 August The Joust: Good v Evil

Carisbrooke Castle, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1XY. 01983 522 107 Marvel as an ultimate display of chivalry determines the victor of this medieval spectacular. See falcons in flight and discover medieval life in the living history encampments. Step back in time and experience an epic tournament full of rich pageantry and excitement. Budding knights can test their bravery in the hobby-horse jousting, while the court jester and merry musicians set the scene for a spectacular day. 10am to 5pm.

16 – 17 August Camp Craft Sleep Out

The Sustainability Centre, Petersfield, GU32 1HR. 01730 823 166

A real back to nature experience for child and parent. Spend a full day and night in the woods, learning to build shelters, fire lighting, outdoor cooking and woodland crafts with experienced woodsman, naturalist and Bush Craft Instructor Jonathon Huet.

For children aged 8 years and over. £50 for adults and £50 for children. Bring your own small tent. All food is provided. Parents must attend with their children.

24 August Free Kids Club

Cascades Shopping Centre Portsmouth

Children can dress up as ‘who they want to be when they grow up’ and can step into the Cascades photo booth to get a picture of their future.

18 August Willow Dragonflies & Daisies

The Sustainability Centre, Petersfield Spend time with Lyn Unsworth and have fun learning to make willow dragonflies and daisies to decorate your garden. Parents must attend with their children.

24 August Natures Art Box

The Sustainability Centre, Petersfield Make your own printing and wild flower press with tutor Lyn Unsworth. Make a piece of natural art by creating a collagraph print and preserve a flower by using your press.

Parents must attend with their children. For children aged 8 years and over. Price: £12.50.

10.30am to 12.30pm.

25 August Wild Creations

The Sustainability Centre, Petersfield Paint with the wind and draw with the earth. If it all sounds weird, it is a bit, but is a lot of fun.

Painting with nature using your bare hands and feet with Lyn Unsworth. Parents must attend with their children. For children aged 8 years and over. Price: £12.50. 10.30am to 12.30pm.

4 September End of Summer Fun day Fontwell Park Racecourse, BN18 0SX

Fontwell are gearing up for their second family day of the year. Favourite attractions from this year return for another jam packed family day that sees free entertainment for the kids and under 18s going free for a day out that doesn’t break the bank. With 9 races on offer for this meeting including 2 pony races, make sure you get your tickets in advance from only £12 for adults.

26 - 29 August Family Festival

Fairthorne Manor, Southampton, SO30 2GH. 01489 785228

A weekend filled with fun, laughter and chance to make some great memories! Family Festival is an opportunity for families to come together, whilst enjoying family activities, evening entertainment.

26 – 28 August August Bank Holiday

Goodwood Racecourse, Chichester, PO18 0PX. 01243 216615

The enchanting August Bank Holiday weekend rekindles the nostalgic summer holidays of yesteryear, with a fabulous choice of complimentary entertainment available including live music and traditional fairground rides, as well as a spectacular fireworks display set to music on the Friday night. Tickets from £10 with complimentary admission for under 18s. For tickets call or visit goodwood.com

27 and 28 August Victorious Festival

Southsea Common, PO5 3NT

Headliners including Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Manic Street Preachers, Mark Ronson, The Levellers, Ash, Will Young and more. Lots of local music as well as top names throughout the weekend. Plus, free entry to all of the Seafront Attractions, including The Blue Reef Aquarium, D- Day museum, Southsea Castle & Demos at Southsea Skate Park. A huge free kids area, smugglers markets, real ale festival, silent disco and lots more.

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