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22nd Dec - 2nd Jan 2015 16th Feb - 20th Feb 3rd April - 15th April 25th May - 29th May 27th July - 31st Aug 19th Oct - 30th Oct

City Hello and welcome to the Winter ‘14 edition of the Family Grapevine for all you lovely families in West Notts. The summer flew by in a whirlwind of chaos!

Moving house and office AND installing new computers led to several ‘What was I thinking?’ moments!

Our second FG Online edition came out in October, available to view on our websites or emailed directly to your inbox and packed full of events for the half term hols, Halloween and Bonfire Night. Don’t miss our February edition, subscribe FREE online now! Cathy continues to find the most amazing events and has created a fantastic resource for you and your family which you can find in both our printed and Online magazines and on our websites and facebook page.

As usual we have some fantastic prizes to be won in our winter competitions; Family tickets for Guys & Dolls by the New Youth Theatre on page 29, a family ticket for Sleeping Beauty at Nottingham Playhouse on page 34, a family pass for The Lost City Adventure Golf on page 36 and a family pass for White Post Farm on page 38. Wow! Whether you enter by email or via our websites...good luck!! Look out for our Spring magazines in March!

Shirley Towle - Editor ey Family Grapevine Nottinghamshire Shirl Tel: 0115 938 2910 Email: shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk Web: www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts facebook.com/familygrapevinenotts

In This Issue Activities for Families & Children 5-16yrs...................................................28 Activities For Under 5’s....................13 Antenatal & Postnatal Services.....10 Baby Groups & Services...................10 Childcare .............................................17 Children’s Centres ............................11 Daycare Nurseries.............................18 Doctors ................................ see online Family Support & Advice.................. 7 Family Health ....................................... 8 Independent Schools.......................21 Local Services ...................................... 4 Out of School Care............................20

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Long Eaton & Independent school dates may vary

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The Family Grapevine in... schools leisure centres children’s centres libraries playgroups toddler groups health centres soft play centres registrars & more...

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updated events local directory & lots more!

Now with over 1500 contacts!

Parties....................................................25 Places to Go . ......................................27 Preschools & Playgroups.................19 Schools & Colleges............ see online Soft Play ...............................................15 Special Schools................... see online Special Families..................................24 Toddler Groups .................................11 Tutoring ...............................................23 What’s On.............................................34 Young People......................................25

Features 19

Vouchers!

Fantastic savings for you & your family!

A Guide to Childhood Infectious Diseases For symptoms & care

For inset day dates please contact your school

Christmas Crafts Seasonal crafty fun for all the family

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What’s On! Great ideas for getting out ‘n about!

Publication Dates: 1st week in March, July and November Have the Family Grapevine delivered to your door!

Purchase a yearly subscription for £6 and you can receive your copy through the post. Let us know which issues you would like and both your email and postal addresses either by emailing me at the address above or by subscribing online.

Payment can be made via BACS, or by cheque made payable to Family Grapevine Nottinghamshire, or via Paypal (online only)

Our Next Online & Printed Magazine Dates Our February Online edition will be available to view from 2nd February ~ copy deadline 28th January.

Our printed Spring magazines will be published in early March 2015 ~ copy deadine 13th February For a free listing or to advertise, please call Shirley on 0115 938 2910 or email: shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk it will be great to hear from you!

Have a jumpy, bouncy Christmas!

For further information, please visit our website and download our media pack.

To let us know about your events please email: cathy@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

Winners!

Congratulations to all our competition winners in our Summer ‘14 edition Samantha Bowley won the Disco Den Party at Little Drivers Maureen Cooling won the Family Ticket for Beanbag Music Club Louise Johnson won the course of classes with Wiggle & Giggle Lidia Murray & Helen Gent won the mummy & baby pamper days at Sole Nutrition Karen Fitz-Patrick, Sarah Seaton, Linda Schofield and Jenny Wilson each won a family ticket for 4 to see Hairspray performed by the New Youth Theatre at Mansfield Palace Theatre At the time of going to press the competition for a family ticket to see Sleeping Beauty at Mansfield Palace Theatre had not closed.

The winner will be notified and announced on our website.

Thank you to everyone who entered our competitions, sorry you couldn’t all win!

Disclaimer: The Family Grapevine Nottinghamshire is independently owned and part of The Family Grapevine Group operated by Grapevine Magazines Ltd. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means, either wholly or in part, without the prior permission of the publisher. Whilst all reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of the printed material and to ensure the accuracy of its content, no warranty is given as to its correctness. All adverts are submitted and approved by the advertiser and this does not imply a recommendation or necessarily the views of the publisher. You should make your own enquiries and comparisons as with any other form of advertising. I accept no liability for loss, damage or difficulties resulting from contacts made through the directory, from errors or omissions, from claims made by advertisers or from omissions or inaccuracies relating to an advertisment or other entry, regardless of how caused.

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Beeston • Long Eaton • Stapleford • Kimberley • Hucknall • Sutton • Mansfield • Edwinstowe

Local Services Eastwood Library, Wellington Place,M&Th 9-6, Tues&Sat 9-1, Fri 9-2, Call 01773 712209

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Edgewood Library, Christchurch Rd, Hucknall, Wed 1.30-6, Fri 2-6, Call 0115 964 0138

Special Meats for Special Occasions Festive Roast Three Bird Roast Goose Locally Reared Fresh ChristmasTurkeys

Edwinstowe Library, High St, Edwinstowe, Tu 9.30-1.15;2-6.30,Th 9.30-1,Fri 9.30-1.15;2-5.30,Sat 9..30-12.30, Call 01623 822280 Forest Town Library, Clipstone Rd West, Mansfield, M 9.30-12.30,Tu&F 2-5.30,Th 9.30-6,Sat 9.30-1, Call 01623 623395 Hucknall Library, South Street, M,Th&F 8.30-6, Tu 8.30-7, Sat 9-4, Call 0115 963 2035

All our meat is top quality & home or locally produced

Huthwaite Library, Sutton Road, Mon,Wed,Sat 9.30-12.30,Fri 2-5.30, Call 01623 554051

Try our GOLD award-winning home-made sausages & traditional home-cured bacon

Inham Nook Library, Barn Croft, Chilwell, Th 10-12.30;2-4.30, Sat 9.30-12.30, Call 0115 922 3133

Choose

one of our award winning pies from our on-farm bakery, treat yourself

Farm Shop Opening Times:

to our cheeses, puddings & relishes Or try our tasty low fat post-Christmas slimming products!

Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10.00am - 3.00pm Wednesday: 9.00am - 5.00pm Thursday: 9.00am - 5.00pm Friday: 9.00am - 5.00pm Saturday: 8.30am - 3.30pm Sunday: 10.00am - 2.00pm

Hall Farm, Narrow Lane, Watnall, NG16 1HU

0115 938 5741

www.watnallfarmshop.co.uk Local Councils Ashfield District Council, Urban Rd, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Call 01623 450000 Broxtowe Borough Council, Foster Ave, Beeston, Call 0115 917 7777 Derbyshire County Council, County Hall, Matlock Call 01629 533190 Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Derby Rd, Long Eaton, Call 0845 907 2244

Citizens Advice Bureaux and Advice Centres

Nottingham City Council, Loxley House, Station St, Nottingham Call 0115 915 5555

Eastwood CAB, Library & Info Centre,M-W 9.30-12.30, Th 1-4, Call 08444 994194

Nottinghamshire County Council, Customer Service Call Centre Call 0300 500 80 80

Mansfield CAB, Brunts Business Centre, M-F 10-2, Call 0844 856 3411

Long Eaton Registration Office, Town Hall, Weds, Booked Thru Ilkeston, Call 0115 932 1014 Mansfield District Register Office, County House, 100 Chesterfield Rd South, Call 0300 500 80 80 Nottinghamshire County Council, Naming Ceremonies, Various Venues, Call 0300 500 80 80

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Long Eaton Library, Tamworth Rd, Long Eaton, M&Tu 9-5, W,Th,F 9-7,Sa t9-4, Call 0115 973 5426

Mansfield Woodhouse Library, Church St, Mansfield Woodhouse, M 9.30-12.30, T&Th 9.30-6.30, Fri 9.30-4, Sat 9.30-1, Call 01623 621781

Bereavement Advice Centre, What to Do When Someone Dies, Call 0800 634 9494

Hucknall Registration Office, 3A Vine Terrace, Hucknall, Call 0300 500 80 80

Ladybrook Library, Ladybrook Lane, Mansfield, Tu 9.30-1;2-6, Th 9.30-1, Fri 2-5.30, Sat 9-1, Call 01623 622835

Sutton in Ashfield Registration Office, Sutton Library, Idlewells Precinct, M-F 9-4.30, Call 0300 500 80 80

Newark & Sherwood District Council, Kelham Hall, Kelham, Call 01636 650000

Eastwood Registration Office, The Health Clinic, Nottingham Rd, Appt only, Call 0300 500 80 80

Kirkby in Ashfield Library, Ashfield Precinct, M,T,Th,F 9-6, Wed&Sat 9-1, Call 01623 753236

Mansfield Library, Westgate, Mansfield, Mon-Fri 8.30-5.30, Sat 9-4, Sun 11-3, Call 01623 651 337

Mansfield District Council.Civic Centre, Chesterfield Rd South, Call 01623 463463

Beeston Registration Office, Beeston Library, Foster Ave,M,T,W,F9-12.15; Th 9-1, Call 0300 500 80 80

Kimberley Library, Main Street, M,W,F,Sat 9.30-1, Mon 2-7, Wed 2-5, Call 0115 938 2322

Stapleford Registration Office, Stapleford Library, Church Street, Th 9-4.30, Call 0300 500 8080

Beeston CAB, Council Offices, Foster Ave,M,Th, F 10-1; Tu 9.30-4,W-debt clinicdrop in only, Call 0844 499 1193

Registration & Naming

Jacksdale Library, Selston Road, M 1.30-5, Th 1.30-6, Sat 9.30-12.30, Call 01773 605612

Stapleford CAB, Care Centre, Church St, Mon/Tues/Thurs am, Call 0115 8835 000 Sutton in Ashfield CAB, Market Street, M-W 9.30-12.30, Call 0844 856 3411.

Libraries Annesley Woodhouse Library, Skegby Rd,Tues 2-6, Sat 9-1, Call 01623 750518 Aspley Library, Nuthall Rd, M/W/F 9.30-5.30, Tue 9.30-7, Sat 9.30-4, Call 0115 915 5700 Beeston Library, Foster Ave,M&W 9-7.30, T&F 9-7, Th 9-1,Sat 9-4, Call 0115 925 5168/5084 Bilborough Library, Bracebridge Dr, M/ Tue,/F 9.30-12.30 & 1.30-6, Th 9.30-12.30 &1.30-7, Sat 9-1, Call 0115 915 5795 Central Library, Angel Row, Nottingham.

Mon-Thurs 8.15-7, Fri 8.15-5.30, Sat 9-4, Call 0115 915 2828

Ravenshead Library, Milton Court, Ravenshead, T,Th,F,S 9-12.30, T&Th 1.30-6, Fri 1.30-5.30, Call 01623 794634 Selston Library, Chapel Road, SACC Campus, Mon 2-6, Wed 9.30-4, Fri 2-5, Sat 9.30-12.30, Call 01773 810093 Stapleford Library, Church St, Mon/Thur 9-7pm, Tues 9-1pm, Fri/Sat 9.30-1pm, Call 0115 939 9178 Strelley Road Library, Strelley Rd, M/ Tue/W 9.30-1 & 2-5.30, F/Sat 9.30-1, Call 0115 915 5788 Sutton in Ashfield Library, Idlewells Shopping Centre,M,T,T,F 9-5.30,Wed 9-6.30, Sat 9-2.30, Call 01623 556296 Toton Library, Stapleford Lane, M 2-6.30, W&F 9.30-12.30; 2-5, Sat 9.30-1, Call 0115 972 6403 Wollaton Library, Bramcote Ln, M,T,T,F 9.30-7, W&S 9.30-1, Call 0115 915 5715

Voluntary Work British Red Cross, First Aid Trainers & Community Educators, Call 01629 582 171 Broxtowe Volunteer Centre, Beeston, Var Opportunities,16yrs+ Call 0115 917 8080 Eastwood Volunteer Bureau, Wellington Place, Call 01773 535255 Family Lives, Volunteers Needed to Support Local Families, Call 01623 494320

Home-Start Ashfield, Volunteers Needed for Confidential Family Support, Preparation Courses Feb & Sept, Call 01623 513137 Home-Start Mansfield, Volunteers Needed to Support Families with Under 5’s, Call 01623 653391 Home-Start Nottingham, Volunteers Needed to Support Families with Under 5’s, Call 0115 962 4262 Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance, Help With Fundraising Events, Call 0115 941 2255 Mansfield Volunteer Centre, Wood Street, Various Opportunities, Call 01623 651177 Nottinghamshire Scouts need Volunteers to Help in their Sherwood & Beeston Scout Shops, All Welcome!

Call 0115 952 3617 Parent Partnership Svc, Supporting Parents of SEN/Disabled Children, Call 0115 948 2888 St John Ambulance, County HQ, Valley Rd, Basford, Call 0115 978 4625 The Helpful Bureau, Call 0115 949 1175 Under One Roof, Community Resources, 3A Vine Terrace, 16yrs+, Call 0115 952 1236.

Voluntary Work With Children Literacy Volunteers for Helping Primary School Children, Call 0115 876 5474 Volunteer Counsellors needed at Childline Nottingham! Call 02075 396016

Business & Work Opportunities Avon Reps Needed in Local Areas, Free Set Up Kit and Samples, Call 07877 401938

THE CANDLE PARTY Host a party or Join our team Fabulous opportunity to work around your family

Free Kit & excellent commission For more info contact

Sarah 07737 696840

www.thecandleparty.co.uk Barefoot Books Requires Leaders. Full training & Support Call 07595 628379 Forever is Recruiting NOW! No Outlay, Part and Full Time from Home or Work, www.easyhomebiz.flppro.biz Call 07813 038429 Independent Phoenix Traders, Flexible Hours. Low Cost Start-Up, Call 07890 806943 Jane Hughes, Avon Reps Needed, Free Start-up Kit, Call 01773 767855 The Candle Party, Consultants & Leaders Needed, Notts/Derby all Areas. For Sarah Call 01773 760034 Usborne Books, Reps Wanted, Low Cost Starter Kit, Flexible Hours, Call 07971 216994

Food for Families Beeston Farmers Market, Stoney St, 4th Fri of each Month, Brooke Farm Shop, Linby, Wide Variety of Locally Grown Produce, Come and Visit our Fantastic Shop! Call 0115 963 2638

And there’s MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts

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Local Services Nursery Equipment, Call 01159 586610 Label Traders Factory Shop, Sutton, Ex M&S/Mothercare+More!

Call 01623 554026 Piccolo Designer & Christening Children’s Wear, including Timberland, Edwinstowe, 0-12yrs, Call 01623 824000 Prem2Pram, Premature Baby Clothing 0-1lb & up to 6 months, Call 07971 331487 Sue’s Nearly Nues, Sandiacre, New+Nearly New Equip/Clothes/Toys Call 0115 939 6737 The Little Shoe Company. Wollaton Rd, Beeston, Quality Fitted Kids Shoes, Call 0115 922 3456

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New Creation Photography, Eastwood/ Mobile, Bumps/Babies/Family Portraits, Call 07889 855551 Nottingham Family Portraits, Natural Light Lifestyle Photography, Newborns | Children | Families, Call 07900 884449 Oehlers Photography, Weddings/ Lifestyle Portraits, Bumps to Babies, Call 0115 973 6598 Pixi Foto, Mothercare at Castle Marina, Baby & Family Portait Photography Call 0115 924 0983 Polley Photography. Expert Baby Photographer: Gives free Baby name e-book as gift. Call 07766 274205 Sara Hazeldine Photography, Lifestyle Portrait Photographer, Call 07971 644523 Sarah Wilkes, One of the UK’s leading Newborn & Child Photographers, Studio at Floralands, Lambley, Call 07790 158741 The Barn Gallery Studios has Arrived! A Photography Studio with a Twist. Call Today to Book! Call 01623 490080 Victoria Bradley, Beautiful Newborn, Baby & Children’s PhotographyNottinghamshire Call 01623 754877

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Schoolwear Food for Families Contd.

Francique Caribbean, Authentic Caribbean Cuisine Delivered to Your Door Call 0115 9602 323 Kimberley Farmers Market, 9am-2pm, 1st Saturday Monthly, Call Come Along!

Mansfield Farmers’ Market, Market Place, 3rd Tues monthly, 9am-4pm, Call 01623 463 073 Out of This World, Villa St, Beeston, Organic Foods Ethically Traded, Call 0115 943 1311 Parsnips and Pears Deliver Fresh, Seasonal, Affordable, Local Produce to Your Door, Call 0115 822 8622 Redgates Farm Shop, Brinsley, Home Reared Meat, Vegetables & Local Ales, Call 01773 713403 Riverford Organic, West Bridgford, deliver organic fruit, veg, meat & dairy & lots more throughout Notts Call 0115 981 0002

Home & Family Services Broxtowe Borough Mediation Service, Neighbour Disputes, Call 0115 917 3736 Clay’s Barbers, Annesley, Child Friendly Family Barbers, Call 07773 650601 TeamWild PC Solutions for Straightforward Home & Business PC Support: Call 0115 9251092

Family Finances & Law Ajay Khosia, Ravenshead, Wealth Management / Wills & Financial Advice Call 07545 056629 Hopkins Solicitors for Collaborative Family Law & legal Expertise, Call 0115 9068 078 JH Legal Services, Wills, Probate & Powers of Attorney, Home Appoints, Call 01773 862608

Watnall Farm Shop, Narrow Lane, Home Produced Meat/Farm Bakery, Call 0115 938 5741

Childrenswear

Piplotex, Alteration & Repair Service, Casual Wear to Bridal, to Contact Pip Call 07817 321760

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Children’s Furniture & Equipment Bristols Early Days, Sutton-inAshfield, The Nursery & Toy Specialist, Call 01623 554227 Sue’s Nearly Nues, Sandiacre, New+Nearly Equip/Clothes/Toys, Call 0115 939 6737

Family Photographers Mark Walker Photography, School/ Family/Individual Portraits & Weddings, Call 07921 513324

Buzz Ceramics, Kimberley, Hand Painted Personalised Gifts, Call 0115 875 3664 Claire & Linda’s Homemade Quilts & More, Story Book Cushions, Santa Sacks, Playmats & Gifts Call 07923 932742 Host an Usborne Book Party,Free Hostess Gift Plus Free Books. Call 07971 216994 Knot Just Jigs, Traditional Wooden Toys, Rag Dolls, Train sets, Jigsaws, Party Bags & Fillers. Call 07805 025945, Little Duck Creations, Beautiful Nursery Art, www.littleduckcreations.co.uk, Call 01949 842 714 PeachySwag – Toys, Games, Backpacks, Lunchbags & Peachy fun, Call 0800 689 0638 Pot Doodling, Pottery Studio, Long Eaton, Hand & Footprints on Pottery & Silver Jewellery Call 0115 973 3332 Pot N Kettle Paint a Pot Café, Beeston, Commission/Create Your Own Unique Gift! Call 0115 922 8029 RememBear Me, Your Child’s Clothes Turned into a Beautiful Keepsake, Call 07974 807115

Step Change Debt Charity, Free Debt Advice & Help, Call 0800 138 1111 Use Notts Mediation: Resolve Separation & Divorce Amicably, tel 01623 645 868 or Call 0115 9068 078

Buy BackTime, Mansfield/Ashfield, From Cleaning to Errands We can Help!

Call 01623 623004

Schoolwear Solutions, Woodborough Rd, All School Uniform Requirements Under one Roof! Call 0115 871 9926

Barefoot Books- Book your Fairytales & Cocktails Party! Call 07595 628379

Sills MacLaren Britton Solicitors, Conveyancing, Employment, Family, Wills, Call 0115 941 1469

Trinity Farm Organics, Cossall, Local Produce/Organic/Biodynamic Call 0115 944 2545

Domestic Services

Easy2Name, You Name it and We Will Solve your Labelling Problems, Call 01635 298 326

Books, Toys and Gifts

Arella-Baby, Unique Babywear & Gifts from Vintage Finds & Funky Fabrics, Call 0772 0392 942 Bibbles Bandana Bibs, the Practical & Stylish Baby Bib & Nappy Cakes, www. bandana-bibs.co.uk JoJo Maman BeBe, The Poultry, Fabulous Maternity/Baby/Children’s Clothing &

Services with a price to smile for, a general repair or just a bit of advice.

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Family Support & Advice

Beeston's onl y Paint Your Own Potter y Studio Paint unique gifts and keepsakes that will be treasured forever We also do children's parties, personalised handpainted gifts to order, baby's imprints in clay and the studio is available to hire in the evening for any special occasions.

Smallprint Gifts, Hand-crafted Fine Silver Jewellery Pieces Touched by Someone you Love, Call 07807 870297

Mansfield Play Forum, Botany Ave, Scrap Store, Toy Library, Equipment Hire, Call 01623 421149

The Baby Bakery, Baby Nappy Cakes, Towel Cakes, Pamper Cakes & More!

Call 07528 483109

Playworks, Alfred St Nth, Open Day 1st & 3rd Sat of mth 10-4pm, Call 0115 958 9199

Toy Libraries

The Faff Room, Carr Bank Stables, Mansfield, Parties/Workshop/ Courses, Sewing & Crafts, Craft shop Call 07969 681709

Beeston Fields Toy Library & Play, Beeston Fields School Site, 0-5yrs, Thurs 11.3012.30, Call 0115 917 3657

Mobile Toy Library Hucknall: Salvation Army

9.45-11.15am alternate Tuesdays

Skegby: Anchor Centre

Child & Family Welfare Action for Young Carers, Support for Young Carers & Families Call 0115 962 9351

9.30-11.00am alternate Tuesdays

Al-Anon Family Groups, Supports Family/ Friends of Alcoholics Call 0207 403 0888

9.30-11.00am alternate Fridays

Alateen, Supports Young People Affected

by Alcoholism, 12-17 Call 020 7407 0215

Ashfield Play Forum, Morven Ave, Sutton. NG17 1AL

Beeston Family Centre, Trevor Rd, Family Support, 0-8yrs, Call 0115 9935740

Kirkby: Ashwood Centre 01623 441168

Mansfield Play Forum, Botany Ave, Dropin for Members, Tues/Thur 10-1pm, Weds 11-7pm, Call 01623 421149 Toy Library & Play Session, Beeston Central Children’s Centre, Tues 10-11.30, Call 0115 993 5740

Play Forums & Craft Stores Ashfield Play Forum, Sutton, Craft Store & Toy Library for Families, Call 01623 441168 Broxtowe Play Forum, Montrose Court, Stapleford, Craft Shop Open for Families/ Groups All Ages, Wed 10.30-2.30pm, Call 0115 949 1497

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www. pot-n-kettle.com 0115 9228029 enquiries@pot-n-kettle.com

Broxtowe Women’s Project, Domestic Violence Support Line, Call 01773 719111 Child Exploitation & Online Protection, Report Online Abuse, www.ceop.police.uk CHILDLINE, Free & Confidential National Helpline & Advice for Children, Call 0800 1111

0800 689 0638 Free Delivery on Orders Over £25 Same Day Dispatch - 14 Day Returns

Missing People’s Message Home, Confidential Help/Adv, Call Freefone 116 000

Home-Start Mansfield, Free Confidential Family Support for Families with Under 5’s, Call 01623 653391

Nottinghamshire Family Information Service, Call 0300 500 80 80

Home-Start Nottingham, Free Confidential Family Support for Families with Under 5’s, Call 0115 962 4262 Midlands Women’s Aid, (Domestic Violence Helpline), Call 0115 925 7647

Children’s Society, Help & Understanding for Children, Call 0115 942 2974

Midlands Women’s Aid, Drop-in, The Bank, Stapleford, Tues & Thurs Term Time Only, Call 0115 925 7647

Families Anonymous, Families Affected by Drug Use Helpline, Call 0845 1200 660

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Home-Start Ashfield, Free Confidential Family Support For Families with Under 5’s, Call 01623 513137

Childnet International, Adv on Keeping Children Safe Online, www.childnet.com,

FAME, Family Mediation Service, Help in Family Disputes, Call 0300 4000 636

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Missing People 24hr Helpline, Support/Sightings & to Report Call Freefone 116 000

Nottinghamshire Women’s Aid, Domestic Abuse, 1-1 support/drop-in/ women’s group, www.nottswa.org Call 0808 800 0340 NSPCC, Nat. Soc. for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, Call if you are Worried About a Child, Call 0800 800 5000 Relate, Relationship CounsellingIndividuals/Couples/Families Call 0115 950 7836 Samaritans, 24 hr Support for Distress or Suicidal Despair, Call 08457 90 90 90

For a free listing or to advertise call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Family Health Our Tried and Tested Recipes!

Welcome to the fourth in our collection of easy, quick and affordable recipes for you and your family. They have all become firm favourites of ours here at the FG. Here’s our veggie fave!

Rainbow Playgroup for Rainbow Babies & Families, 1st Fri Monthly From May 3rd, 1-3pm, Ravensdale Sure Start, Mansfield,

The Anaphylaxis Campaign, Extreme Allergic Reaction Helpline Call 01252 542029

SANDS Helpline, Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Support, Call 020 7436 5881

Tranquility Holistic Therapy Centre, Chilwell, Holistic Therapies, Wellbeing Classes and Beauty Treatments, Call 0115 922 1919

Vegetarian Cheesy Plait

The Miscarriage Assoc. Support & Advice Helpline, Call 01924 200799

Prep time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25-30 mins Servings: 4 or cut into single rolls

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Ingredients

Slimming World. Oaktree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, Tuesdays 6pm, Call Darren 07736845371

1 packet frozen puff pastry thawed 10oz wholemeal breadcrumbs 1/2 lb mature cheddar cheese grated 3tbsp double cream 1 chopped onion 1 beaten egg Salt, pepper and Italian mixed herbs to taste

Directions 1. Pre heat oven to 220 deg C. 2. Mix the breadcrumbs, cheese, onion and seasoning in a bowl.

Slowly add the cream and mix until the mixture holds together, adding more if needed.

3. Sprinkle some flour on the work surface. Using a rolling pin, roll out the pastry into a rough square shape, about 30 x 30cm.

Put the pastry on the lined baking tray 4. Now spoon the filling down the middle of the pastry in a sausage shape – leave a little gap at the top and bottom (about 3cm) 5. Cut the pastry into 1.5cm strips, at a slight diagonal away from you on either side of the filling, the same number each side – approx 12. Brush the pastry with most of the saved egg, fold the ends up over the filling and lay the strips alternately to form the plait, brush with the remaining egg and sprinkle with mixed herbs.

6. Bake for 25-30mins until golden.

Child & Family Welfare Contd.

Sure Start Newstead, Dads Group, 3rd Sat of Each Month, 10am-12noon, Call 01623 753828

Social Services, Help & Support for Children, Young People & Families in Ashfield & Mansfield, Call 01623 433433

One Parent Families

Social Services, Help & Support for Children, Young People & Families in Broxtowe, Call 0115 917 5800 Stop it Now! Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse-Adult Helpline Call 0808 1000 900 Women’s Aid, National Domestic Abuse Free 24hr Helpline, Call 0808 2000 247

Parenting Courses & Advice Family Lives-Freephone Helpline & Listening Service for Parents, www. familylives.org.uk Call 0808 800 2222

Gingerbread Helpline & Hucknall friendship group for single parent families from all walks of life. Call 0808 802 0925 www.facebook.com/groups/ hucknallgingerbread, National Assoc of Widows, Offers Comfort & Friendship, Call 024 7663 4848 National Council for the Divorced, Separated & Widowed, Call 01509 550 894 Nottm Roundabout Club, Sherwood, for Single People 50+ Call 0115 920 0164

Fostering & Adoption

NCT Antenatal Classes, Postnatal Support Helpline, Call 0300 330 0700

Adopt Together, Adoption Service of Faith in Families: Monthly Open Evenings 1st Thurs, www.faithinfamilies.org

Young Parents U21, Mansfield Woodhouse Children’s Centre, Wed 1pm, Call 01623 666370

Fostering in Nottinghamshire, for Enquiries & Information Call 0845 301 8899

Dads!

Notts County Council, for Enquiries & Discussion About Adoption, Call 0845 301 2288

Alcoholics Anonymous, Adv/Help/ Support to Give Up Alchohol Call 0845 769 7555 Bliss, Premature & Sick Babies, Support/ Advice Helpline Call 0500 618 140 Breast Cancer Care, Info/Support for Anyone Affected by Breast Cancer, Call 0808 800 6000 Breathe Easy, Support Group for All Affected by Lung Disease Call 03000 030 555 Cancer Journey, Village Hotel Chilwell, Self Help Group for People/Family Support, 7pm, 1st Mon Monthly, Just Come Along Call 01159 468902 Caring Therapies, Free Relaxation Sessions for parents, Meadows Library, Weds 1112noon, Call 07954 695 970 Garden Retreat, Kirkby, Reiki, Swedish & Indian Head Massage, Licensed & Accredited Call 07944 586729 Healthwatch Nottinghamshire - the watchdog for health and social care.

Call 07904 241388 Linda Murray @ Beauty Angels, Sutton, Massage Therapy, Facials, Ear Candling, Call 01623 555671 Macmillan Cancer Support, Living with Cancer - Emotional & Financial Support Call 0808 808 00 00

Spiritual Guidance Emily Rose Natural Born Psychic Medium Clairvoyant Personal1to1& Group Readings at Home and Venues Family - Work - Relationships Contact Emily on 07895 899105 www.emilyrosepsychic.co.uk

Meningitis Now, Info/Support/ Counselling Helpline, Call 0808 80 10 388 New Leaf, Free Advice & Support for Smokers who Want to Quit, Call 0800 389 7712 Nottingham Support Group for Carers of Children with Eczema, Call 0115 926 9996 PASIC, Parents Assoc for Children Diagnosed with Cancer, Call 0787 422 3462

Bereaved Parents

Progress Hypnotherapy, Mansfield, Manage Stress, Lose Weight, Stop Smoking, Banish Phobias Call 07786 448974

Child Death Helpline, All Affected by the Death of a Child, Call 0808 800 6019

Quitline, Help & Support to Stop Smoking, Call 0207 553 2100

Saturdads Dad’s group, 4th Sat of month, St Helen’s Church Hall, 9.30-11.00, Call 0115 939 9958

Compassionate Friends, Supporting Bereaved Parents & Families, Call 0845 123 2304

Slimming World, The Towers, Botany Avenue, Mansfield, Thursdays 5.30 & 7.30pm, Sat 10am, Call 07515 169578

St. Leonard’s Dad & Toddlers Group, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton, 3rd Sat of month 10-12am, Call 07976 855 768

Cruse Bereavement Care, National Helpline for Bereavement Support, Call 0844 477 9400

SORT IT OUT with Positive Threads Hypnotherapy, FREE consultation, Call 0115 938 6633

Families Need Fathers, Keeping Parents & Children in Contact, Call 0300 0300 363 Mansfield Woodhouse Children’s Centre, Dads Group, One Sat am Monthly, Call 01623 666370

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YOGA CLASSES Aid flexibility, Ease Stress/Anxiety/Back Problems/ Asthma, Held in Various Locations, www.nottinghamyoga.org.uk Call 07966 245417

Hospitals & NHS Direct Ashfield Community Hospital, Portland St, Kirkby, Call 01623 785050 City Hospital Campus, Hucknall Rd, Nottingham, Call 0115 969 1169 King’s Mill Hospital, Mansfield Rd, Suttonin-Ashfield, Call 01623 622515 Mansfield Community Hospital Call 01623 785050 NHS Choices, 24 Hr Illness Advice & Info Helpline,www.nhs.uk, Call 111 Nottingham Woodthorpe Hospital, Mansfield Rd, Woodthorpe, Call 0115 920 9209 QMC Campus, Derby Rd, Nottingham, Call 0115 924 9924 The Park Hospital, Burntstump Country Park, Arnold, Call 0115 966 2000

Health Centres Beeston Clinic, Wollaton Rd, Call 0115 925 4281 Eastwood Health Clinic, Nottingham Rd, Call 01773 712218 Hucknall Health Centre, Curtis St, Call 0115 883 2100 Kimberley Clinic, Newdigate St, Call 0115 916 3301 Long Eaton Health Centre, Midland St, Long Eaton, Call 0115 855 4001 Oak Tree lane Health Centre, Jubilee Way South, Mansfield, Call 01623 649991 Oates Hill Health Centre, Forest St, Sutton Call 01623 5577136 Selston Health Centre, Nottingham Rd, Call 01773 810245 Stapleford Care Centre, Church Street, Call 0115 883 5000 Wollaton Vale Health Centre, Wollaton Call 0115 9282216

Fertility Clinics Nottingham Road Clinic, Mansfield, CAREfertility, for the Best Chance of Becoming Pregnant, Call 01623 624137

First Aid Training for Parents & Carers British Red Cross, Courses Held at Various Venues, Call 01629 582 171 NCT, West Bridgford, Bespoke Baby First Aid Courses, To Book E: firstaid. nottingham@nct.org.uk St John Ambulance, County HQ, Valley Rd, Basford & Mansfield, Call 0115 978 4625

And there’s MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts

On the Grapevine...

Home-Grow Your Own Nanny

@Home Childcare Academy is looking for families in need of extra childcare support and home help with caring for young children. The service is aimed at parents, on maternity/paternity who might be interested in having a nanny when they return to work.

The parents’ helper is a trainee home childcarer (nanny) who attends weekly childcare classes whilst working alongside parents to provide support for up to 16 hours per week. The trainee has a personal mentor/tutor to provide on-going support and guidance.

Director, Yvette Oliver-Mighten is excited about the new service.

“Our Home Childcare Academy allows parents to home-grow their own personal nanny. The scheme provides pathway training and career opportunities for people genuinely interested in a career in Early Years. The service is affordable too as parents simply contribute £18 per week towards the cost of the training. t: 0115 978 3399 e: childcare@homechildcare.co.uk w: www.athomechildcare.co.uk

Dyslexia Awareness week - Nov 3rd-8th.

Please contact the confidential Dyslexia Helpline for free information and advice. We can provide dyslexia screening, dyslexia assessment, one-to-one specialist tuition and courses for children who have dyslexia. Contact us to discuss how we can help your child overcome his/her difficulties.

Helpline: 0115 924 6888 / Helpline@dyslexia.uk.net www.dylsexia.uk.net / Sherwood House, 7 Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham NG7 6LB

Imaginative play is vital to children

Jane Hildreth, who runs Pyjama Drama spends her working day ‘pretending’ with children. She talks about why it is so important for children to imagine.

They don’t need expensive props – I have never had a child tell me there is nothing there when I ask them to stroke the kitten or hide from the fire-breathing dragon.

And no costumes are often better – imaginary costumes are just that much more magical and sparklier.

How do children benefit from imaginative play?

When they create imaginary situations children learn to solve problems. Imagination helps them make sense of their world and even explore worlds they don’t know, whether it’s a visit to the hairdresser or a journey to outer space.

Language skills develop too. Understanding the power of language, the connection between spoken and written words will facilitate future reading.

Play also helps social and emotional development. Empathy and compassion; an understanding for the feelings of others is established together with improved self-esteem.

But the greatest benefit is the opportunity it presents for parents to interact fully with their child.

“You don’t stop playing because you grow old. You grow old because you stop playing” George Bernard Shaw Jane Hildreth Manager, Pyjama Drama Newark 01636 858280 www.facebook.com/pyjamadramanewark www.pyjamadrama.com

What is the most important thing in the world to you?

My name is Victoria Bradley the owner of Victoria Bradley Photography. I am a wife and a mummy to 2 young children. I specialise in Newborn, baby and children’s portraiture. We recently moved into Kirkby Woodhouse where I have a brand new studio.

Juggling work and homelife is a little difficult at times but thankfully I love what I do!

I was drawn to photographing newborns and children because of having my own babies and realising how quickly they grow up. I didn't want to forget those precious memories through the haze of sleepless nights and busy days. What a fantastic calling in life to be able to provide such recorded memories.

Newborn photography is relatively new to the UK and involves getting the baby to sleep before I position them into all sorts of cute sleepy poses. I have a fantastic array of props and backdrops that I use to create pieces of art for my clients’ homes. I love that I am able to capture all the little details, wisps of hair, little fluffy cheeks and eyelashes. I capture memories and preserve them in image form to give a lifetime of enjoyment for my clients.

To me the most important thing is my family and the precious memories I have. My work is also important as it encompases both of these things for my clients. Please see my advert on page 7 for more information about the sessions that I offer.

Victoria Bradley Photography www.victoriabradley.co.uk 01623 754877

Do you dream of running your own business from home?

Would you like to join our enthusiastic, friendly group and run your own Family Grapevine magazine from home?

Visit www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk click on Local Areas and if we haven’t got a magazine where you live, or close by, give us a call to find out more! Some computer skills are required and full business specific training is given.

Please ring Genevieve on 01372 209200 or email genevieve@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

For a free listing or to advertise call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Antenatal & Postnatal Services • Baby Groups Antenatal Services & Support 4D Babyview Ltd, Nottingham Rd Clinic, Mansfield, 4D & Ultrasound Baby Scans, Call 01623 624137 Ace Babes Family Network, Families After Assisted Conception Call 0800 008 7464 Action on Pre Eclampsia, Support & Information Helpline, Call 01386 761848 NCT, Helping to Prepare for Birth and Parenthood Call 0300 330 0700 Window to the Womb, Bramcote, 3D/4D Baby Bonding Scans, Early Sexing at 16wks, Call 0115 877 6945

Antenatal & Postnatal Wellbeing Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd, Aqua Natal Class, Wed 11.00-11.45pm, Call 0115 917 3000 Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd, Bring Baby - Classes Daily, Various Times Call 0115 917 3000 Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd, Zumbini, Thurs 2-2.45pm, Please Book Call 0115 917 3000

Fit Bumps Fit Mums

Ante Natal Yoga/Pilates

Monday’s 6.00 - 6.45pm & Tuesday’s 11.15 - 12.00pm Kirkby in Ashfield

Wednesday’s 4.45 - 5.30pm West Notts College, Mansfield call Fiona on: 07877 083101

email: fiona.nelson1@ntlworld.com

www.FitBumpsFitMums.co.uk

Bumpercize & Mummylates at Tesco Community Room, Toton, Thurs 6.307.15pm, Call 0115 917 3572 Fit Bumps Fit Mums Antenatal Classes, Kirkby, Mansfield & New Classes Coming Soon, Call 07877 083101 Fit Bumps Fit Mums, Mums & Babies Buggy Push, Kirkby, Hucknall & Mapperley, Call 07877 083101

Fit Bumps Fit Mums Fitness & fun

for mums and babies Get back into those Pre-pregnancy Jeans!

Mummies & Babies Bootcamp Tuesday’s 10am, Kirkby Buggy Push

Friday’s 9.30am, Ravenshead Leisure Centre call Fiona on: 07877 083101

www.FitBumpsFitMums.co.uk

Lazy Daisy, Active Birthing Classes, Movement/Relaxtion/Education, Toton Call 07903 206018 MamaBabyBliss, Birth Preparation Workshops Call 07561 303780 MamaBabyBliss, Pregnancy Yoga & Massage, Chilwell/West Bridgford, Call 07561 303780 Mummies & Buggies indoor exercise classes, Wed & Thurs, Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, Call 07940 483803 Nottingham Road Clinic, Mansfield, Acupuncture to Help with Pregnancy, Call 01623 624137 Pregnancy & Postnatal Yoga, Beeston, Stapleford & Wollaton, with Shama Yoga, Mon & Wed Call 07969 150203 Sole Nutrition, Stapleford, Relexology for Pregnancy & Postnatal, Call 0115 939 8313

Racecourse Park, Mansfield MON & WEDS 10:00am Manor Park, Mansfield FRI 10:00am Contact: Faz on 07825 076522 Email: faz@fitness4mum.com Web: www.fitness4mum.com Fitness4Mum, Mansfield & Mansfield Woodhouse, Pre & Postnatal fitness classes Call 07825 076522 Flutterbye Babies, Pregnancy Yoga 16wks-Birth, Classes Throughout Notts, Call 07841 335285 Infant Insight, Postnatal Education Workshops for Expectant Parents in your own home, Ashfield & Mansfield, Call 01623 230168

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Stapleford Care Centre, BABES Breastfeeding Support,Tues 1-2.30, Thurs 9.30-11am, Call 0115 916 2770 Treasure Chest Group, Kirkby Central & West Children’s Centre, Wed 9.30-11am, Call 01623 673880 Yummy Mummies Breastfeeding Support Group, Long Eaton Children’s Centre, Mon 10-11.30am Call 07825 906 559

Nappies BabiPur, Cloth Nappies, Slings, Consultations & Home Parties, Nottinghamshire County Council, Cloth Nappy Scheme, £25 Refund on £50 Spent, Call 0300 500 80 80

Baby Groups & Activities Babble, Bumps & Babes, Tues 9.3011.30, tin Hat Ctre, Selston, 0-18mths, Call 01773 864510 Babbles, Bumps & Babies, Selston Tin Hat, Tue 9.30-11.30am, 0-18m, Call 01623 753828

Midwives & Doulas

Baby Bundle Classes from birth upwards, Tuesday mornings, Bramcote Call 07557 901 909

Taylormaid Doulas, Support for New Mums in Their Own Home, Call 0115 981 7175

Baby Business, Butlers Hill Children’s Cntr, Hucknall, Tues 10am, 0-12m, Call 0115 948 8910

Wendy Coe, Birth Doula, former Nurse Midwife, Believe in your Body’s Ability to Birth, Call 0115 925 1938

Baby Group 0-2yrs, Stapleford Children’s Centre, Wed 10-11.15, Call 0115 916 2770

Postnatal Services & Support Ace Babes Family Network, Families After Assisted Conception Call 0800 008 7464 Association of Post-Natal Illness, Depression/Anxiety Helpline, Call 020 7386 0868 Bliss, Premature & Sick Babies, Free Support/Adv Helpline, Call 0500 618 140 Cry-sis, Support for Families with Excessively Crying Babies Call 08451 228 669

CLAIM YOUR FREE 1 WEEK VIP GUEST PASS

National Breastfeeding Helpline, Call 0300 100 0212

Open House, Postnatal Depression & Anxiety Support in Nottingham. www.facebook.com/openhousenotts Call 07950 945044 TAMBA, Info & Support for Parents of Twins & Multiples, Call 0800 138 0509

Breastfeeding Support Babes Breastfeeding Support, Titchfield & Oakham Children’s Centre, Fri 10am.

Call 01623 421880 BABES, Beeston Central Children’s Centre, Trevor Rd, Wed 10-11.30, Call 0115 993 5740 Babes, Beeston North Children’s Centre, 10.30-11.30 Thurs, Call 0115 993 5740 BABES, Breast Friends Support Group, Tin Hat Centre, Selston, Fri 10-12noon, Call 01773 864510

Baby Group, Sherwood East Childrens Centre, Clipstone, Alt Tues, 10,30, Call 01623 629203 Baby Sensory, Award-winning Developmental Classes for Babies in Mansfield. Contact Emma today, Call 07854 048013 Beeston Mums’ Choir, For Mums with Young Children, Mon 10am Call 07429 340750 Beeston North Children’s Centre, Health Visitor, Stay & Play & Toy Library, Fri 9.3011.30 Call 0115 993 5740 Big Trouble in Little Nappies-Witty & warm parenting blog, Nottm Call 07967 028935 Broadway Cinema, Hockley, Baby Friendly Screening, Upto 3yrs Call 0115 952 6611 Bumps & Babies, Crescent School Sports Hall, Mansfield, Thurs pm, Term Time, Call 01623 819940 Bumps to Babies, St. Paul’s Church, Boundary Rd, West Bridgford, last Thurs of mth, 10.30-11.45, Call 07806 698 793 Bundles of Fun, Eastwood Children’s Centre, Mon 10.30-12, Call 0115 993 5750 Huthwaite Children’s Centre, Under 1’s Group, Fri 9.30-11am, Call 01623 450464 Jellie Beans to Jellie Babies, Kirkby Central Children’s Centre, 0-18m, Thurs 1-2.30pm, Call 01623 673880 Kirkby Under Ones, The Summit Centre, Wed 9.30-11.00am, Call 01623 723232

Breast Feeding Group, Sherwood East Childrens Centre, Clipstone, Mon am, Call 01623 629203

Mansfield Woodhouse Library, Rhyme Time Tues 10am under 1; Thurs 2pm over 1, Term Time, Call 01623 621781

Breast Feeding Social Group, Butlers Hill Children’s Cntr, Hucknall, Mon 1-2.45pm, Call 0115 948 8910

Mansfield Woodhouse Library, Rockers & Rollers, Tues 10.30-11am Call 01623 666370

NCT Bumps & Babies, Hucknall, Watnall Rd Community Centre, Fri 10- 12am, E: parentsupport.nottingham@nct.org.uk NCT Bumps & Babies, St Johns Hall, College St, Long Eaton, Thur 10-12, Term Time, E: parentsupport.nottingham@nct. org.uk NCT Bumps and Babies, Chilwell Rd Methodist, Beeston, Wed 9.30-11.30am, Up to 9m, Term Time, E: parentsupport.nottingham@nct.org.uk Nottm Trent Twins & Multiple Birth Club, Self Help Support, www. nottinghamtwins.org.uk, Play & Weigh, Rosebrook School Gym, Mansfield, Tue 10-11.30am, Call 01623 410090 River Maun Recreation Centre, Mansfield, Mummies & Buggies Fitness. Mondays 2pm Call 0345 0000 233 Stay & Play at Somersall Street Site, Mon 1.30pm Call 01623 410090 Stay & Play, Pleasley Hill Childrens Centre, Mansfield, Fri 1.30-3pm Call 01623 819940 Under 1’s Baby Group, Awsworth Children’s Centre, Tues 9.30-11am, Call 0115 993 5750

Signing for Babies TinyTalk Baby Signing and Toddler Talking

Fun, friendly, award-winning classes!

Delight and stimulate your baby’s development from birth (0 - 18m) with our special mix of songs, puppets, instruments, bubbles, mirrors, scarves and sensory activities. Babies learn to express themselves before they can talk using simple signs, reducing frustration and enhancing your bond.

Toddler Talk (18m - 3yrs) develop preschool skills and verbal communication with fun, interactive sessions, including parachute games.

Local Classes - FREE TRIAL CLASS! Long Eaton: Mon 10.00 & 12.45 (Babies), 11.15 (Toddlers) Long Eaton: Wed 9.45 & 11.00 (Toddlers), 12.15 & 1.30 (Babies) Chellaston: Fri 9.45 (Toddlers), 11.00 & 12.15 (Babies) Contact Caroline on 07711 177241 or carolines@tinytalk.co.uk www.tinytalk.co.uk/carolines Nuthall: Thurs 10.15 (Babies) Beeston: Fri 10.00 & 11.15 (Babies) More Toddler and Baby classes coming soon incl. Wollaton/Stapleford Contact Alicia on 07450966291 or aliciae@tinytalk.co.uk www.tinytalk.co.uk/aliciae

Baby Swimming EMSA Babies, Small Friendly Classes/ Warm Pools. Preparing for our EMSA Swim School. Call 01773 744899 Puddle Ducks, Unique Baby Swimming Classes. Join at Any Point in the Term, Free Taster Sessions, www.puddleducks.com, Call 07906 191504 Water Babies, Swimming Classes for U24m, Various Venues, Free Taster Sessions, Call 01636 815567

Baby Massage & Yoga Baby Massage 0-6m, Newstead & Annesley Children’s Centre, Ring for Info, Call 01623 753828

And there’s MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts

Children Centres • Toddler Groups • VOUCHERS! Baby Sensory, Developmental Classes 0-13m, Beeston, Call 07779 256090

Rural Families Children’s Centre, Tin Hat Centre, Selston, Call 01773 864510

Broxtowe Sport at Beeston Family Centre,Trevor Rd, Mother and Baby Yoga, Mon 11.45am, Call 0115 917 3572

Sherwood East Childrens Centre, Fourth Ave, Edwinstowe, Call 01623 629203

Broxtowe Sport at New Stapleford Community Hall, Mother and Baby Yoga, Mon 10.30am, Call 0115 917 3572 Flutterbye Babies Baby & Toddler Yoga, Birth to Walking Throughout Notts, E. flutterbyebabies@me.com, www.flutterbyebabies.co.uk Call 07841 335285 Pregnancy, Baby & Toddler Massage and Yoga with MAMA BABY BLISS. Call 07561 303780 Rub a Dub, Enjoy Your Early Months with Baby Massage, Classes in Ravenshead, Call 0115 956 1158 Sole Nutrition, Stapleford, Relexology, Baby Yoga & Massage Classes, Call 0115 939 8313

Children’s Centres Aspley Children’s Centre, Minver Crescent, Call 0115 876 3777 Awsworth Children’s Centre, Awsworth primary School, The Lane, Call 0115 993 5750 Basford Children’s Centre, Whitemoor Primary School, Call 0115 915 7611 Beeston Central Children’s Centre, The Family Centre, Trevor Rd, Call 0115 993 5740 Beeston North & Lenton Abbey Children’s Centre, Beeston Fields School, Call 0115 993 5740 Bellamy Children’s Centre, Bellamy Rd Estate, Mansfield, Call 01623 665990 Bilborough Children’s Centre, Wigman Road, Call 0115 915 7777 Broxtowe Children’s Centre, Corner House, Strelley Rd, Call 0115 876 3888 Butlers Hill & Broomhill Children’s Centre, Hucknall, Call 0115 948 8910 Chilwell & Attenboro Children’s Centre, Hoggett Drive, Inham Nook, Call 0115 993 5780 Eastwood Sure Start Children’s Centre, Chewton St, Call 0115 993 5750

Stapleford Sure Start Children’s Centre, Albany Sch, Grenville Dr., Call 0115 916 2770 Summer House Children’s Centre, Clare Rd, Sutton Call 01623 510946 Sutton Central Children’s Centre, Westbourne view, Sutton, Call 01623 516592 Titchfield & Oakham Children’s Centre, Princes St, Mansfield Call 01623 421880 Wollaton Children’s Centre, Arleston Drive, Wollaton Call 0115 876 2185

Resources for Groups & Schools Blakeley Lane, Eco training and Campsite, www.blakeleylanecampsite.co.uk Call 07763 392644 British Red Cross, First Aid Courses to Suit Your Needs, Call 01629 582 171 Broxtowe Play Forum, Montrose Court, Stapleford, Play Resource Centre Tues & Thurs 10-12 & 1-4pm Call 0115 949 1497 Buzz Ceramics, Mobile Pottery Painting Studio, All Ages Call 0115 875 3664 Dazzle Entertainment, Rhymes/Puppets/ Music/Games/Circus Workshops+ Call 07722 830840 Patchings Art Centre, Nr Calverton, Art and craft workshops for Schools, clubs & groups Call 0115 965 3479

Toddler Groups in Beeston, Chilwell & Attenborough Adventurers Toddler Group, Plessey Club, Technology Dr, Beeston, Mon am, Call 0115 922 5188 Attenborough Church Pre-School Baby & Toddler Group, Village Hall, Mon 1.303pm, Call 07714 577171 Barney’s Under 5’s, St Barnabas Church, Inham Rd, Chilwell, Mon & Fri 9.3011.15am, jopudney@postmaster.co.uk

Forest Town Children’s Centre, Clipstone Rd West, Mansfield, Call 01623 665980

Beeston Family Centre, Trevor Rd, P&T Group, Thurs 10.30-11.30am, Call 0115 9935740

High Leys Children’s Centre, Annie Holgate Inf Sch, Hucknall Call 0115 988 9090

Chilwell Children’s Centre, Inham Nook,Pop In & Play, Mon/Tue/Fri 9.303pm, Call 0115 993 5780

Huthwaite Children’s Centre, All Saints Centre, Common Rd, Call 01623 516592

Chilwell Rd P&T Group, Methodist Church, Beeston Tues & Wed 9.30-11.15am, Call 0115 922 5161

Kirkby Central & West Children’s Centre, Sutton Middle Lane, Kirkby, Call 01623 673880 Kirkby East Children’s Centre, Summit Centre, Pavillion Rd, Call 01623 723232 Ladybrook Children’s Centre, Flying High Academy, Mansfield, Call 01623 410090 Long Eaton Children’s Centre, Lime Grove, Long Eaton, Call 01629 532625 Mansfield Woodhouse Children’s Centre, Swan Lane, Mansfield, Call 01623 666370 Newstead & Annesley Children’s Centre, Newstead Village, Call 01623 753828 Oak Tree Children’s Centre, Jubilee Way North, Mansfield Call 01623 663220 Pleasley Hill/Bull Farm, Woburn lane, Mansfield Call 01623 819940

Company P&T Group, Beeston Youth & Comm Centre, Thurs 9.30-11.15am, Call 0115 915 1161 Dagfa Nursery Stay & Play, Broadgate, Beeston, 0-5yrs, £2 per family, Wed 1011.30am, Call 0115 913 8330 Happy Tots P & T Group, Christchurch Hall, Beeston, Thurs 10-11.30am, Call 0115 967 8145 Little Acorns Toddler Group, Wollaton Rd Methodist Church, Mon 9.15-11am, Come Along!

Messy Play, Beeston North Children’s Centre, Mon 1.30-3, Call 0115 993 5740 Rainbow Club, Rylands Methodist Church, Wed 10-11.30am, All Welcome, Call 0115 943 1164

For a free listing or to advertise call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Only one voucher may be used per transaction. Copied, damaged or defaced coupons will not be accepted. No cash alternative is available and the voucher is nontransferable.

Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or promotion.

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Only one voucher may be used per transaction. Copied, damaged or defaced coupons will not be accepted. No cash alternative is available and the voucher is nontransferable.

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Toddler Groups in Beeston, Chilwell & Attenborough Contd.

Toddlers’ University, The City, Beeston, Parent & Toddler Group, Private Room & Play Area, Fri 9.15-11am 0-3yrs, Call 0115 967 8602 Toy Library, Beeston North Children’s Centre, Fri 10-11am, Call 0115 993 5740 Under 5’s, Beeston Free Evangelical Ch, Broadgate Mon 9.45-11.45am, Call 0115 925 8909

Toddler Groups in Bramcote & Wollaton Explorers P&T Group St. Mary’s Church Hall, Wollaton Hall Drive Tues 9.4511.15am, Call 07818 060 316 German speaking P&T Group, St Marthas Church, 135 Frinton Rd, Broxtowe, NG8 6GR, 1st & 3rd Friday Call 0774 2578066 Grangewood Carers & Toddlers, Methodist Church, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton, Tues 1.30pm Call 0115 925 8093 Kingswood Toddler Group, Kingswood Methodist Church. Lambourne Dr, Wollaton, Wed &Thurs 9.30-11.30am, Call 0115 928 4086 St Michael Parent & Toddler, Church St, Bramcote, Thurs 9.45-11.30am, Call 0115 917 2918 St. Leonard’s P&T Group, Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton, Thurs 9.45-11.15am & 1.30-3pm, Call 0115 928 8375 Wollaton Children’s Centre, Arleston Drive, Drop-in Play, Mon 9.30-11.30am, Call 0115 876 2185

Toddler Groups in Eastwood, Greasley & Brinsley Fresh P & T Group, Greasley Sports Centre, Tues 9.30-11.30am, Call 01773 760072 Greasley Baby & Toddler Group, St Mary’s Church Hall, Greasley, Mon 9.30-11.30am, Call 07970 195613 New Horizon Tots, Community Impact Centre, Dovecote Rd, Eastwood, Thurs 1011.30am, Call 01773 760982 Stay & Play, Brinsley Primary School, Moor Rd, Thurs 9.30-11.00am, Call 0115 993 5750 Stay & Play, Eastwood Children’s centre, Chewton St, Fri 1.30-3.00pm Call 0115 993 5750

Toddler Groups in Hucknall, Ravenshead & Linby Annie Holgate Toddlers, High Leys Child Centre, Hucknall, Mon 9.15-10.45am, Call 0115 988 9090 Butlers Hill Infants Play Group at Butlers Hill Infants School, Hucknall, Mon 1.152.30pm, Call 0115 948 8910 Friday Tots, St Peters & St Pauls Church Hall, Ruffs Dr, Hucknall, Fri 9-11am, 0-4yrs, Call 0785 176 9673 Indigo Tots, Hucknall, for children with Autism and associated conditions, Tuesdays term time. 10.00am-11.55am, 0-4yrs Call 0115 952 1164

Linby & Papplewick P&T, Hanson House, The Old School, Linby Lane, Linby, Nottinghamshire, NG15 8AF , Wed 9.3011.15, Call 0115 9630798

Toddler Groups in Kimberley, Nuthall & Watnall Aspley Evangelical Church P&T Group, Aspley Lane, Wed 10-11.30am, Call 0115 929 3476 Horsendale Toddlers, Assarts Road, Nuthall, Thurs 10.30am, Just Come Along!

Call 07534 765 500 Kimberley P&T, Parish Hall, Newdigate St, Thurs 9.30-11.30am, Call 07525 350774 Megatots P&T Group, Cherubs Day Nursery, Kimberley, Wed 10-12noon, Call 0115 938 9090 Nuthall Methodist Church, Nuthall, Toddler Group, Wed 1.30-3pm Call 0115 977 1791 Nuthall Tiny Tots, Back Lane, St Patricks Hall, Tues 1.30-3.00pm Call 0115 877 8668 Rumbletots Toddler Group, at Rumbletums, 2a Victoria St, Kimberley, Tues 1-3pm Call 0115 938 4953 Stay & Play, Awsworth Children’s Centre, Mon 1.30-3.15pm & Thurs 8.45-10.45am, Call 0115 993 5750

Toddler Groups in Long Eaton Childsplay Toddler Group, Grange Primary Sch, Long Eaton, Tues 9-12am & 1.153pm, Just Come Along!, Oasis Toddlertime, Oasis Church, Derby Rd, Long Eaton, Tues-Fri 10-12noon, Call 0115 946 0463 Playwell Toddler Group, St Johns Church, Canal St, Long Eaton, Mon 10-11.30am, Just Come Along!, Call 0115 972 0301 St Laurence Church Toddlers, Tamworth Rd, Long Eaton, Fri 10-11.30am, Just Come Along!, Call 0115 9468 486

Toddler Groups in Mansfield & Edwinstowe Family Stay & Play, Crescent Sch Hall, Bull Farm, Mansfield, Tues 10-11.30am, Call 01623 819940 Little Explorers (Community Group), Flying high Academy, Wed 9-11.30am, Call 01623 410090 Little Explorers, Rosebrook Primary, Townroe Dr, Mansfield, Wed 8.5011.30am, Just Come Along!

Little Miners, Surestart Building at King Edwin School, Edwinstowe, Wed 9.1511am, All Welcome!

Mansfield Baptist Church, Toddlers, Rosemary St, Tues 10-12noon & 1-3pm, Call 01623 633 778 Mansfield Woodhouse Children’s Centre, Swan Lane, Small Steps Big Adventures, Thurs 1.30-3pm, Walkers-2yrs, Call 01623 666370 Ones to Twos Group at Somersall Site Outreach Venue. Fri 10-11.30am Call 01623 410090

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Activities for Under 5’s St. Mark’s Toddlers Group, Nottm Rd, Mansfield, Tues 1.30-3pm, Great fun, All Welcome, Call 01623 633494

St John’s Parent & Toddler Group, Titchfield Lane, Sutton Tues 9.45-11.15am, Term Time Call 01623 550471

Stay & Play, Mansfield Woodhouse Children’s Centre, Mon 10-2pm Call 01623 666370

Stay & Play P&T Group, Huthwaite Children’s Centre, Wed & Fri 1.30-3pm, Call 01623 450464

Toddler Groups in Selston, Jacksdale & Underwood

Stay & Play with Sure Start, Mapplewells Primary, Sutton, Tues 1-2.30pm, Call 01623 516592

St Michaels Little Angels, Underwood Church, Tues 1-3pm Term time only, Just Come Along!

Enable Toddlers, Jacksdale Christian Centre, Babies & Toddlers with Learning Difficulties, Thurs 9-10.30am Call 01773 781558 Jacksdale P & T Group, Community Centre Mon & Thurs 9.30-11.30am, Just Come Along!

Little Stars Toddler Group, St Helen’s Church, Selston, Mon 12.45-2.45, 0-4yrs Call 01773 861879 Selston Leisure Centre, P & T Group, Thurs 12.45--2.45pm, 0-5yrs, Call 01773 781800 Westwood Toddler Group, URC Church Palmerston St, Fri 9.30-11.30am, Just Come Along!

Toddler Groups in Stapleford, Toton & Trowell Busy Bees Toddlers, St Peters Church, Toton, Mon 11-12noon, Call 07402 769053 St Helens Tuesday Break, P&T Group, Stapleford, Tues 9.30-11.00am Call 0115 939 9958 Stapleford Children’s Centre, Pop in & Play, Tues 9-11.30am & 1-3.30pm, Fri 9-11am, Call 0115 916 2770 Sunshine Tots, Salvation Army, Albert Ave, Stapleford, Wed 9.15-11.15am, Call 0115 949 7059 Tuesday Break, 9.30-11.30am, St Helen’s Church, Frederick Rd, Stapleford, Call 0115 939 9958

Toddler Groups in Sutton, Kirkby & Annesley 1 2 3’s Kirkby Summit Centre, Wed 9.3011.00am, Call 01623 723232 Community CentrePoint+, Kirkby in Ashfield, Parent & Toddler Group Wed 9:30am-11:30am & Fri 1pm-3pm.

Call 01623 700444 Eastside P&T, Eastside Centre, Mansfield Rd, Sutton, Fri 10-11.30, Just Come Along!

Huthwaite Leisure Centre, Little Gems Parent & Toddler Group, Tues 9.1511.15am, Call 01623 457130 Messy Explorers,Newstead & Annesley Children’s Centre, 10-11.30 Thurs, Call 01623 753828.

Mother & Toddler Group at The Acacia Centre, Annesley, Mon 9.30-11.30, Call 01623 721056 Ready Teddy Go!, Kirkby Summit Centre, Thurs 10-11.30am, Call 01623 723232 Seesaw Toddler Group, Ashwood Centre, Kirkby, Tues & Fri 9.30-11.15am, Term time. Call 07801 949373

FREE TASTER SESSIONS!

Sutton Centre Under 5’s, Sutton in Ashfield, P&T Group, Thurs 1.15-2.45pm, Call 01623 457613 Trinity CentrePoint, Kirkby in Ashfield, Parent & Toddler group Thurs 9:3011:30am, Call 01623 751269 What’s in the Box, Kirkby Central & West Children’s Centre, 9.30-11 Thurs, Call 01623 673880

Toddlers Monday am Little Playhouse, Mon 10-11am, Age2-4, Price: £5 (accompanying parent free) per session including tea/coffee in CAST afterwards Call 0115 941 9419

Other Toddler Sessions Cyril’s Nut Hut, Long Eaton, P&T MonFri 10-3pm, Term Time, Free Juice, Call 0115 973 6532 Denz Indoor Playcentre, Beeston, Baby Massage/Music & Dance/Crafts, View Website, Call 0115 925 5007 International Chat & Play Group, Eastwood Children’s Centre, Wed 1.30-3, Call 0115 993 5750 Jango’s Indoor Play Centre, Forest Town, P & T Tues & Thurs, Hot Drinks £1, Call 01623 465465 Jimmy Beans Children’s Play & Party Centre, Sutton, P&T Sessions T/W/F, 9.302.30, Call 01623 550333 Jungletastic, Nottm Rd, Nuthall, Toddler Tuesdays with Crafts, 10-1pm, £2.50 before 11am, Call 0115 975 1113 King & Miller, Sutton, Parent & Toddlers Sessions,Tues/ Fri 9-11am, Free Entry, Call 01623 553312 Little Explorers, Brierley Park, Huthwaite, Tues 1-2.30pm Call 01623 516592 Planet Happy, Heage Rd Ind Estate, Ripley, Toddlers Mon/Wed/Fri, Wiggly Tots & Twisting Tots Tues/Fri Call 01773 748600

Little Drivers Soft Play, Stapleford, Fun Creative Activities, Wed am, No Extra Charge, Call 0115 939 2211

Christine March School of Dance, Kirkby, Groovy Moves, Sat 9.30am, 3-5yrs Call 07704 818065

Little Treasures: Toddler Craft & Play @ Sutton in Ashfield Salvation Army, Mon 9.30-11am, Call 01623 553 215

Christine March School of Dance, Kirkby, Street Dance, Boys Only, Sat 4.30am 3-6yrs, Call 07704 818065

Messy Play, Eastside Centre, Mansfield Rd, Sutton, Tues 9-11.30, Just Come Along!

Messy Play, Children’s Centre, Tin Hat Centre, Selston, Wed 1-3pm, Call 01773 864510

Messy Play, High Leys Children’s Centre, Hucknall, Tues 9.15-10.45 Call 0115 988 9090

Rainydays Play Centres, Mansfield, P&T Sessions Mon/Thur 9-12, Wed 12-3, £2 inc Drink & Juice, Call 01623 237979

Messy Play, Trinity Centre Point, Kirkby, Tue 10-11.30am, Call 01623 723232

Toddler Time, Stapleford Children’s Centre, Wed 1.30-3pm, Call 0115 916 2770

Tots at the Top, Wollaton, Fun Themed Art & Craft Classes,with Puppets/Songs/ Stories & Play too! Call 07813 283276

Under 5’s Art, Crafts & Messy Play

Under 5’s Dance & Drama

Cooking With Hugo, Long Eaton, Cookery Classes - Fun-Packed Hour of Baking, 2-6yrs, Call 07508 012290

Acacia Centre, Annesley, Dancesurge, Baby Ballet, Tues 4-4.30, Call 01623 721056

Creation Station Nottingham South, classes & sessions in Trowell, Sawley, Long Eaton & Beeston Call 0844 874 7489

Alexandra’s School of Dance & Theatre, Sandiacre, Musicality/Theatre/Disco/ Cheerleading/Ballet/Tap & More, 2yrs+ Call 07926 057 201

Go Bake - Cookery Classes for Under 5’s & Under 8’s at Pirates Soft Play, Jungletastic & Venues Around South Notts, Call 07817 583705

drama & play for every day!

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Dance

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Pretend  Play

Messy Play, Eastwood Children’s Centre, Mon 10-11.30am, Call 0115 993 5750

Playmania Indoor Playcentre, Mansfield, Mon-Wed, 10-3pm, Term Time Call 01623 644443

Denz Indoor Playcentre, Beeston, Craft Activities Available Mon-Fri, Call 0115 925 5007

Sing

Classes at Mansfield, (at Mansfield Library & also Playmania in July)

Newark & Collingham for babies & children 6m-7yrs Call Jane on 01636 858280

www.pyjamadrama.com Christine March School of Dance, Kirkby, Tiny Tots Thurs 4.15pm & Sat 9.00am, 3-5yrs Call 07704 818065 Christine March School of Dance, Kirkby, Tiny Tutus, Wed 10am 1-3 years, Call 07704 818065

Babyballet, Classes at Mansfield Palace Theatre & St John’s Centre for 6m+ Call 07776 206669

Dance Dynamics, Ballet Tap Jazz/ Acrobatic, Nuthall & Stapleford, 3yrs+, Call 0777 606 7902

Billy’s Bouncing Beans, Nottingham, Exciting drama classes for 3-5years, Call 01636 525107

Dancemania, Sutton in Ashfield, Ballet/Tap/Street/Hip Hop, 18m+ Call 07427 015493

For a free listing or to advertise call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Activities for Under 5’s www.magicalmovers.co.uk Classes in many areas of Nottingham and Derby

£3.50 per child Pay as you go!

Pirates Play Centre Denz Indoor Play Centre Jungletastic Soft Adventure Play Escape Family Entertainment Centre Lady Bay Ruddington Tel: 07970 805141 www.wiggleandgiggle.co.uk / wiggleandgiggle@outlook.com

07954 991963

info@magicalmovers.co.uk Rockabillies Music Centre, Long Eaton, Pre-school Music Groups, M/T/Th/F, £4.50 per session, siblings £2, Call 0774 7013597 Selston Library, Chapel Rd, Musical Tales alt Fri 2.15-2.45, Call 01773 810093 Speech Sign & Song Club, Beeston, for U5’s with Communication Difficulties, Call 0115 922 1318

Singing Puppets Live Music Instruments Notation Games Listening Games Rhythm/Pulse Activities Composers & their Music Circle Songs & Movement Exclusive ‘Musicland’ Stories Qualified Music Teacher - CRB Checked

Tuneful Tots, Mansfield Woodhouse Library, Tues 2pm for Walking Toddlers, Call 01623 666370

A unique, inspiring musical programme for 3-7 yr olds Classes held in Bramcote

Call Sue Lake on 0115

913 3627

www.childrensmusicmakers.co.uk

West Bridgford, Wollaton, Long Eaton, Beeston, Bingham, Giltbrook, Gamston & Ravenshead

Under 5’s Dance & Drama

Ogando School of Dance, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton, Baby Ballet, Thurs 2.15pm, 3-5yrs, Call 01332 664 916

Devas Dance & Drama Classes, Ashfield Comp, Kirkby, Ballet/Tap/Disco/Street 2.5yrs+ Call 07800 50 55 35

Pyjama Drama, Mansfield & Newark, Drama & Creative Play, Babies-7yrs, Call 01636 858280

Ghost Performing Arts Academy, Mansfield. Dance, music, movement & mime, Sat am, Call 01623 622018

Redhead-Scott School of Dancing, Beeston, Movement & Dance with Stories.

M/T/Sat, 3-5yrs, Call 07453 277662

Julie Shacklock School of Dancing, Sutton, Disco/Ballet/Tap/Zumba & More, Wed/Sat, 2.5yrs+ Call 01623 559084 Katie Wright School of Dance, Kimberley Leisure Centre, Baby Ballet, Modern & Tap, 2-4yrs, Sat am, Call 07545 339224 Katie Wright School of Dance, Watnall Preschool, Baby Ballet/Modern, Wed from 4.30pm, 2-4yrs, Call 07545 339224 Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate St, Ballet Fusion Wed, 3-4yrs, Call 0115 917 3366 Little Drivers Soft Play, Stapleford, Disco Tots, Fri am, No Extra Charge Call 0115 939 2211 Little Movers after school dance club, 4-6yrs, Thurs, Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield Call 07940 483803 Marcia Jones School of Dance, Beeston/ Hucknall/Mapperley, P&T, Baby & PrePrimary Ballet, Street & Tap for Under 5’s Call 0115 922 6499 Mini movers Classes from 2-4yrs, Thursday & Saturdays, Bramcote Call 07557 901 909 New Youth Theatre Tiny Tots, Mansfield & Kirkby, 30mins of Music, Dance & Song, 3-5yrs, Call 01623 406284

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Twirly Tots Classes from walking2yrs,Tuesday mornings, Bramcote Call 07557 901 909 Wiggly Tots Dance Academy, Long Eaton, Spondon, Ripley & Ilkeston, Ballet,Tap & Creative Movement, 6m-4yrs, Call 07759 253091

Under 5’s Music & Movement Beeston Mums’ Choir, For Mums with Young Children, Mon 10am Call 07429 340750 Early Years Music Groups, Fun & Learning for Babies & Toddlers 6m-3yrs, Tues & Fri in Beeston Call 0115 922 1318 Jiggy Wrigglers pre school dance and movement groups, Facebook Jiggy Wrigglers Notts for details.

Jo Jingles, Music/Singing/Movement Classes, Beeston, Long Eaton & Ravenshead, Call 0870 900 4567

Early Years Music Groups Fun & learning for babies & toddlers 6m up to 3yrs with parents or carers, in Beeston on Tuesdays and Fridays

Wendy Prevezer 0115 922 1318

www.eymg.co.uk

Little Boppers 2-4yrs, Dance movement and play, Wed, Oak Tree Leisure Centre , Mansfield Call 07940 483803 Little Chatterboxes, Huthwaite Library, Singing & Signing, Wed 10-10.30am, Call 01623 516592 Little Movers, Ravenshead Leisure Centre, Longdale Lane, Singing & Movement + Play, Tue/Fri am, Call 07854 112708 Magical Movers, Music & Dance Classes Throughout Notts & Nottingham City Leisure Centres, Call 07941 625793 Mini Movers-Walking - 2yrs, Dance, song and sensory play, Tues, Water Meadows, Mansfield Call 07940 483803 Moo Music in Mansfield - Fun & Active music classes for 0 - 5’s with carers Call 07963 251784 Music Makers, Bramcote, Fun MusicMaking 3 -5yrs Call 0115 913 3627 Ollie’s Fun Shack, Sherwood Energy Village, New Ollerton, Tambourine Tigers Thurs, 10.15am, 6m-4yrs, Call 01623 860842 Razzamataz, Razz Tots, Mansfield, Parent Assisted Melody & Movement Classes, 2-3yrs, Call 01623 636171

Kindermusik with Clare. Classes at Dagfa School, Beeston on Fridays.

Call 07775 446171

Relax Kids Nottingham - Classes in Woodthorpe, Mapperley & Carlton for children 10wks-5yrs wirh parents/carers Call 07853 199405

Lammas leisure Centre Sutton in Ashfield, Boogie Babies Dance & Movement, 18m+, Friday 11.30-12.15, Call 01623 511177

River Maun Recreation Centre, Mansfield, Little Boppers 2-4yrs, Friday 10:45am Call 0345 0000 233

Wiggle and Giggle, Music and Movement, Classes for children 1-5 years Call 07970 805141

Under 5’s Sport & Swimming Acacia Centre, Annesley, Mini Gymnastics Sat 10.30am, 3-8yrs, Call 01623 721056 Beechdale Swimming Centre, Bilborough, Aqua babies, Tues/Thurs 12.15am & 12.45pm 0-3yrs, Call 0115 876 1600 Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd, P & T Swimming, Various Sessions, Call 0115 917 3000 Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd, Swimming Lessons, Daily, Various Times, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 917 3000 Edgewood Leisure Centre, Hucknall, Parent & Toddler Swim, Mon 9.30-11.00am Thurs 11.00-12.30pm Call 0115 956 8790 EMSA Babies, Small Friendly Classes/ Warm Pools. Preparing for our EMSA Swim School. Call 01773 744899 Festival Hall Leisure Centre, Kirkby, Active Antz, Bouncy Castle, Soft Play & Toys, Tues 1.30pm Call 01623 457101 Gymbabes, Newark, Southwell & North Hykeham for 6m-walking, Call 07805 178852 Hucknall Leisure Centre, Active Antz & Soft Play, Wed/Fri 9-11am, Call 0115 956 8750 Hucknall Leisure Centre, Linby Rd, P&T Swim, Fri am, 10.45-11.45am, Call 0115 956 8750 Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate St, Adult & Baby + Adult & Child, Sessions for 6wks-4yrs, Call 0115 917 3366 Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate St, P&T Swimming Daily, Call 0115 917 3366 Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate St, Pre-School Gymnastics Mon pm, Call 0115 917 3366 Lammas Leisure Centre, Active Ants, Bouncy Castle & Soft Play Fun, Mon/Wed 12.30-2.30pm, 0-5yrs Term Time & 0-10yrs Hols, Call 01623 511177 Lammas Leisure Centre, Mini Bouncers Trampoline, Tues 1.15pm, 3-5yrs , 3.45pm 4-8yrs, 5.15pm 8-15yrs, Call 01623 511177

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Toddlerobics, Ashwood Centre, Kirkby, 0-5yrs, Mon 2-3pm, £1 per Family, Call 07801 949373

Lammas Leisure Centre, Sutton, Parent & Toddler Swim, M/T/F Various Times, Call 01623 511177

Tumble Tots, Mansfield, Newark, Southwell & North Hykeham for Walking2’s, 2-3yrs, 3-5yrs, Call 07805 178852

Little Drivers Soft Play, Stapleford, Gymtots, Mon am, No Extra Charge, Call 0115 939 2211

Vicky’s Swim School, Trent College, Long Eaton, Babies/Preschoolers/Improvers, Sat am/Sun pm, Call 07876 212 408

Little Tiger Cubs, Fun & Safe Fitness Training Programme, Beeston & West Bridgford, 3-5yrs Call 0115 9226 182

Vicky’s Swim School, Village Hotel, Chilwell, Daily Classes, Babies/Preschoolers/Improvers Call 07876 212 408

Little Wickets, Under 7’s Cricket Fun & Games, Indoor & Outdoor Venues across Notts, 2.5-7yrs, Call 0115 924 8476 Notts Gym Tots, Beechdale Swimming Centre, Bilborough, Tues/Thurs 9.15am 0-3yrs, 10.45am 3-5yrs, Call 0115 876 1600 Notts Splash Tots, Beechdale Swimming Centre, Bilborough, Wed/Fri 12.15pm, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 876 1600 Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, NEW! Soccer Stars, Mon 4.30-5.15pm 3-5yrs, and 3.45pm-4.30pm 3-5 years Call 0345 0000 231 Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, Preschool Gymnastics, Fri 1.15-2.45pm, Under 4’s, Call 0345 0000 231 Puddle Ducks, Unique Swimming Classes for 0-4yrs Join at Any Point in the Term, Free Taster Sessions, www. puddleducks.com, Call 07906 191504 Rebecca Adlington Swimming Centre, Mansfield, Parent &Toddler Swimming, 10wk Courses, Call 0345 0000230 Selston Leisure Centre, Football Coaching for U5’s, Sun 10-11am, Call 01773 781800

Water Meadows, Mansfield, Parent & Toddler Swimming, Call 0345 0000232 Water Meadows, Mansfield, Swimming Lessons, Call 0345 0000232 West Park Leisure Centre, Long Eaton, Fun Splash Tots, Various Times Mon-Fri Term Time, Call 0115 946 1400

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West Park Leisure Centre, Long Eaton, Fun Tots Bouncy Castle & Soft Play, W/F 1011.30am, Call 0115 946 1400 Yoganutz, Beeston, Hucknall, Kirkby, Sutton, Yoga for Toddlers-Teens, Call 07877 083101

Under 5’s Story & Rhyme Aspley Library, Nuthall Rd, Tots Time, Mon 11-11.30am, Call 0115 915 5700 Beeston Library, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Alt Tues& W 10& 11 AM, Call 0115 925 5168 Bilborough Library, Bracebridge Dr,Tots Time, Mon 2-2.30. 0-5yrs, Call 0115 915 5795

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A Guide to Infectious Childhood Diseases What to do:

• Give your child paracetamol or ibuprofen to ease pain in the swollen glands. Check the pack for the correct dosage.

• Give your child plenty to drink, but not fruit juices as they make the saliva flow, which can make your child’s pain worse.

• There’s no need to see your GP unless your child has stomach ache and is being sick, or develops a rash of small purple or red spots or bruises.

Chickenpox

Incubation period: Between 1 and 3 weeks.

Infectious period: The most infectious time is 1-2 days before the rash

appears, but it continues to be infectious until all the blisters have crusted over.

Symptoms:

It starts with feeling unwell, a rash and a slight temperature.

Spots develop, which are red and become fluid-filled blisters within a day or two. They eventually dry into scabs, which drop off. The spots appear first on the chest, back, head or neck, then spread. They don’t leave scars unless they're badly infected.

What to do:

You don’t need to go to your GP or Accident and Emergency (A&E) department unless you’re not sure that it's chickenpox or your child is very unwell or distressed.

• Give your child plenty to drink.

• Use paracetamol or ibuprofen to relieve the fever and discomfort.

• Baths, loose comfortable clothes and calamine lotion can all ease the itchiness.

• Try to stop your child scratching or picking at their spots as this will increase the risk of scarring. It’s hard for children to do this, so give them plenty of praise and encouragement. Distractions, such as TV, are good for taking their mind off the itching. Let the school or nursery know that your child is ill in case other children are at risk.

Measles

Incubation period: 7-12 days.

Infectious period: from around four days before the rash appears until

four days after it's gone.

Symptoms:

• Measles begins like a bad cold and cough with sore, watery eyes.

• Your child will become gradually more unwell, with a temperature.

• A rash appears after the third or fourth day. The spots are red and slightly raised. They may be blotchy, but not itchy. The rash begins behind the ears and spreads to the face and neck, then the rest of the body.

• The illness usually lasts about a week.

Measles is much more serious than chickenpox, German measles or mumps. It's best prevented (by the MMR vaccination). Serious complications include pneumonia and death.

What to do:

• Make sure your child gets plenty of rest and plenty to drink (warm drinks will ease the cough).

• Give them paracetamol or ibuprofen to relieve the discomfort and fever.

• Put Vaseline around their lips to protect their skin.

• If their eyelids are crusty, gently wash them with warm water.

• If your child is having trouble breathing, is coughing a lot or seems drowsy, see your GP urgently.

Mumps

Incubation period: 14-25 days.

Infectious period: from a few days before starting to feel unwell until the

swelling goes down.

Symptoms:

• A general feeling of being unwell.

• A high temperature.

• Pain and swelling on the side of the face in front of the ear and under the chin. Swelling usually begins on one side, followed (though not always) by the other side.

• Discomfort when chewing.

Your child’s face will be back to normal size in about a week. It’s rare for mumps to affect boys’ testes (balls). This happens more often in adult men with mumps. If your child’s testes are swollen or painful, see your GP.

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Parvovirus B19

(also known as fifth disease or slapped cheek disease) Incubation period: 1-20 days.

Infectious period: a few days before the rash appears (children are no longer contagious when the rash appears).

Symptoms:

• It begins with a fever and nasal discharge.

• A bright red rash, like the mark left by a slap, appears on the cheeks.

• Over the next two to four days a lacy rash spreads to the trunk and limbs.

• Children with blood disorders such as spherocytosis or sickle cell disease may become more anaemic. They should seek medical care.

What to do: • Make sure your child rests and drinks plenty of fluids.

• Give them paracetamol or ibuprofen to relieve the discomfort and fever.

• Pregnant women or women planning to become pregnant should see their GP or midwife as soon as possible if they come into contact with the infection or develop a rash.

German Measles (Rubella)

Incubation period: 15-20 days.

Infectious period: from one week before the rash first appears until at least five days after it's gone.

Symptoms:

• It starts like a mild cold.

• A rash appears in a day or two, first on the face, then on the body. The spots are flat (on light skin they're pale pink).

• Glands in the back of the neck may be swollen.

• Your child won’t usually feel unwell.

It can be difficult to diagnose rubella with certainty.

What to do:

• Give your child plenty to drink. Keep them away from anybody who’s in the early stages of pregnancy (up to four months) or trying to get pregnant. If your child has had contact with any pregnant women before you knew about the illness, you must let the women know as they'll need to see their GP.

Whooping Cough

Incubation period: 6-21 days.

Infectious period: from the first signs of the illness until about six weeks

after coughing starts. If an antibiotic is given, the infectious period will continue for up to five days after starting treatment. Antibiotics need to be given early in the course of the illness in order to improve symptoms.

Symptoms:

• The symptoms are similar to a cold and cough, with the cough gradually getting worse.

• After about two weeks, coughing bouts start. These are exhausting and make it difficult to breathe.

• Younger children (babies under six months) are much more seriously affected and can have breath-holding or blue attacks, even before they develop a cough.

• Your child may choke and vomit.

• Sometimes, but not always, there will be a whooping noise as the child draws in breath after coughing.

• The coughing fits may continue for several weeks, and can continue for up to three months.

What to do:

• Whooping cough is best prevented through immunisation.

• If your child has a cough that gets worse rather than better and starts to have longer fits of coughing more and more often, see your GP. It’s important for the sake of other children to know whether or not your child has whooping cough. Talk to your GP about how to look after your child.

Avoid contact with babies, who are most at risk from serious complications.

All information taken from NHS Choices http://www.nhs.uk/ Sept 2014.

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Selston Library, Chapel Road,Rhyme, Musical Tales, Songs/Rhymes/Instrument & Puppets, last Wed Monthly,10.45, Call 01773 810093

Eastwood Library, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Alt Tues 10-10.30 Call 01773 712209 Edwinstowe Library, Storyhullabaloo 2nd Tues Monthly, 2.15 Term Time, Call 01623 822280 Hucknall Library, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Thurs 10.30-11am Call 0115 963 2035 Hucknall Library, Storyhullabaloo, Tues 10.30-11.00, Call 0115 963 2035 Huthwaite Library Rhyme Time Wed 10am term time, Call 01623 554051 Kimberley Library, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Mon, 10-10.30am Call 0115 938 2322 Kirkby Library, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Mon 10.30, Term Time, Call 01623 753236 Kirkby Library, Storyhullabaloo, Tues 2.003.00, Term Time, Call 01623 753236 Ladybrook Library, Rumble in the Jungle, Thur10am,0-4yrs-all year, Call 01623 622835 Long Eaton Library, Story Time, Songs, Stories & Rhyme Mon 2.15pm, Call 0115 973 5426 Mansfield Woodhouse Library, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Fri 10am, Call 01623 621781 Ravenshead Library, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, 2nd & 4th Tues Monthly 2.30pm, Call 01623 794634 Rhyme Time, Toton, Tesco Community Room, 1.30-2.30pm, Thurs, £1, Call 07921 436469

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Stapleford Library, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, 1st & 3rd Thurs Month, 11.15am, Call 0115 939 9178 Strelley Road Library, Strelley Rd, Tots Time, Wed 9.30-11am, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 915 5788 Sutton in Ashfield Library, Storyhullabaloo, Stories & Crafts, Wed 10.30-11.30am, 0-5yrs, Call 01623 556296 Sutton Library, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Musical Instruments & Rhymes, Tues 10-10.30am, Fri 2-2.30pm, 0-3yrs Call 01623 556296 Wollaton Library, Toddler Story & Rhyme Tues 2.30-3, Call 0115 915 5715

Soft Play Cyril’s Nut Hut, Indoor Adventure Play Centre, Acton Rd, Long Eaton, Up to 11yrs/4’11” Call 0115 973 6532 Denz Indoor Playcentre, Beeston, Toddler Area! U1’s FREE! Fun Starts Here!

Call 0115 925 5007 Eden Softplay, St Saviours Gardens, The Meadows, Nottingham’s, Softplay for U10’s! Call 0115 986 4118 Escape Family Entertainment Centre, Giltbrook Ind/Retail Park, Call 0115 938 6206 Hoods Hideout Soft Play Adventure Centre, Beechdale Swimming Centre, 0-11yrs, Call 0115 876 1600 Jango’s Indoor Play Centre, Forest Town, Mansfield, Call 01623 465465

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Contact us for more information: t: 0115 978 3399 e: work@homechildcare.co.uk w: www.athomechildcare.co.uk Jimmy Beans Children’s Play & Party Centre, Sutton, New & Improved with Baby Area, 0-10yrs Call 01623 550333

Rainydays Play Centre, Botany Park, Mansfield, Open 9am Weekdays/10.30am Weekends, 0-10yrs, Call 01623 237979

Jungletastic, Nottm Rd, Nuthall, Meal Deal All Day Mon & Thurs and From 3pm TueFri Term Time, Call 0115 975 1113

The Summit Centre, Pavilion Rd, Kirkby, Open Daily, Fun For Kids, Call 01623 751822

Jungletastic, Soft Adventure Play, Nottingham Rd, Nuthall, Mid Week Madness! £2.50 after 3pm Weds, Call 0115 975 1113

Tumbletown Play Centre, 107 High St, Arnold, Fully Air Conditioned Indoor Play for U8’s, Call 0115 967 1161

Lanky Bill’s Fun Shack, Cromford Rd Ind Est, Langley Mill, Call 01773 767050 Little Drivers Soft Play, Off Halls Rd, Stapleford, Call 0115 939 2211 Monkey Mays Soft Play Centre, Midworth St, Mansfield, Soft Play 0-8yrs, Laser 8yrs+, Reball 14yrs+ Call 01623 645134 Mouse Trap Soft Play, Main St, Bulwell, Parking in & Entrance Via Tesco Car Park, 0-10yrs Call 0115 975 2880 Oceans of Fun Play Centre, Spring St, Hucknall, Indoor/Outdoor Play Areas & Private Hire, Call 0115 963 3961 Ollie’s Fun Shack, Sherwood Energy Village, New Ollerton, 0-10yrs Call 01623 860842 Pirates Play Centre, Rowley Drive, Sherwood, Up to 10yrs, Call 01159 603 363 Planet Happy, Heage Rd Ind Estate, Ripley, Open 7 Days a Week! Children up to 4’ 10” Call 01773 748600 Playmania Indoor Playcentre, Mansfield, U12’s, Tea Time Treats Mon-Fri 3-6pm, Entry & Kids Meal only £5.50!

Call 01623 644443

Childcare & Childcare Advice @Home Childcare, Part Time Flexible Childcare in Your Home, Call 0115 9783 399 East Midlands Night Nanny & Baby Sitter, Enhanced DBS, 15yrs+ Childcare Experience, Call 07738 567097 First Choice Nanny Agency for Nannies, Au Pairs, Baby Sitters & Event Creches, Call 01509 670758 National Nannies, Registering & Supplying Childcare Professionals in the UK, Call 07563 422261 Newborn Nanny, Professional Advice & Help with your Newborn Baby in your Own Home, Call 07771 863309 Nottinghamshire Family Information Service, Call 0300 500 80 80.’

Nottinghamshire Nannies, Nanny & Au Pair Agency, Established for 15yrs, Call 07929 982618 Notts County Council, Early Years & Childcare Services, Call 08449 80 80 80 Ofsted, Info on Education & Children’s Services Call 0300 123 1231

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Day Nurseries Childminders & Babysitting Sitters, for Day and Evening Babysitters, with Professional Childcare Experience, Call 08447 367367

Cuckoo’s Nest, Aspley Community &Training Centre, Minver Cres, 2yrs Funded Children Only, Places Available, Call 0115 970 5152 Klever Kids Day Nursery, Aspley Lane, Aspley, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 822 8216 Little Stars Day Nursey, The Corner House, Strelley Rd, Broxtowe, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 970 5152 My Start 2 Day Nursery, Rosslyn Park Sch, Amesbury Circus, Aspley, 2-3yrs Funded Places, Call 0115 970 5152 My Start Day Nursery, Minver Crescent, Aspley, 6m-5yrs Call 0115 970 5152 Nottingham Day Nursery, David Lloyd Club, Aspley Lane, 12wks-4yrs Call 0115 929 8035 Nunu Day Nursery, Part of the Busy Bees Group, Wilsthorpe Rd, Long Eaton, 0-5yrs, Call 0844 856 0605 Stapleford Day Nursery, Derby Rd, Stapleford, 3m-5yrs, Call 0115 949 9090 Stepping Stones 11, Attenborough Lane, Beeston, 0-8yrs, Call 0115 967 8785 The Orchard Day Nursery, Nether St, Beeston, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 922 7955

Creches Festival Hall Leisure Centre, Kirkby, Creche available for Centre users, 9.3010.30am, Mon-Fri, Please book, £1 Call 01623 457101 Hucknall Leisure Centre, Linby Rd, 3m5yrs, Centre Users Only, Mornings Only, Call 0115 956 8750 Lammas Leisure Centre, Creche, Mon-Fri 9-1pm & First Sat of Month 10-12am, U8’s Call 01623 511177 Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, M/T/ Th/F 9.15-11am, Centre Users Only Call 0345 0000 231 Selston Leisure Centre, Mon/Tues/ Wed/Fri, 9.30-10.30, Centre Users Only, Call 01773 781800 West Park Leisure Centre, Long Eaton, On site Creche available Call 0115 946 1400

Daycare Nurseries NG8 NG9 & NG10 Alphabet House Day Nursery & Forest School, Nottm Rd, Long Eaton, 3m5yrs, Free Places available 2, 3, & 4yrs, Call 0115 973 4442 Alphabet House Day Nursery, Chilwell Rd, Beeston, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 943 6220 Attenborough Day Nursery, Attenborough, Small Homely & Friendly, 0-5 yrs Call 0115 922 5723 Beeston Nursery, Station Rd, Beeston, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 967 7677 Bizzy Kidz, Queens Rd, Beeston, 6wks5yrs, Call 0115 925 7735 Bramcote Day Nursery, Chapel Street, Bramcote, 8wks-5yrs, Call 0115 922 2454 Busy Bees Nursery, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton, 0-5yrs Call 0115 928 0508 Children 1st @ Derby Road, Long Eaton, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 973 3613 Children 1st @ Main Street, Long Eaton, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 946 8732

The Village Nursery, Town St, Bramcote, Woodland Area, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 943 0053 Toddlers’ University, The City, Beeston, 3m-8yrs, Call 0115 967 8602 Treetops Nursery, Minton Close, Off Swiney Way, Toton, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 973 2311 Wollaton House Day Nursery & PreSchool, Bridge Rd, Wollaton, 6wks-8yrs, Call 0115 928 1181 Wollaton Village Day Nursery, Wollaton Rd, Wollaton, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 928 2239 Young Rascals, City Rd, Beeston, 6wks8yrs, Sch Runs/Hols, French Lessons, Call 0115 967 7951

Daycare Nurseries NG15 & NG16 Applegarth Day Nursery, Robey Close, Linby, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 963 1296 Awsworth Schoolhouse Day Nursery, The Lane, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 944 4114 Brooklyn Day Nursery, Forest House, Annesley, A Home from Home for 0-5yrs Call 01623 752092 Cherubs Day Nursery, High St, Kimberley, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 938 9090 Discovery Day Nursery & Kids Club, Cared4 Ltd, Smithurst Rd, Giltbrook, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 938 4805 Galaxies Day Nursery, 1a Seymour Rd, Eastwood, 6wks-5yrs Call 01773 715923 Hucknall Day Nursery, Nottingham Rd, Hucknall, 6wks-5yrs, Funded Places Available, Call 0115 968 0797

Cherubs Children’s Centre, Wynndale Dr Primary Sch, Mansfield, 6wks-13yrs, Call 01623 644069

Wollaton Day Nursery & After Sch Club, Church St, Eastwood, 6wks-11yrs, Call 01773 711721

Hilltop Day Nursery, Crow Hill Drive, Mansfield, New Outdoor Play Area, 0-5yrs Call 01623 631385

Daycare Nurseries NG17, NG18, NG19 & Edwinstowe

Learning Tree Nursery, Alfreton Rd, Sutton, 0-5yrs, Activities incl Yoga & French, Call 01623 512324

Ashfield Plaza Day Nursery, Sutton Rd, Kirkby, 0-8yrs, Call 01623 455003 Bright Beginnings at Pretty Windows, Edwinstowe, 6wks-11yrs Call 01623 822440 Bright Sparks Nursery, Derby Rd, Mansfield, 3m-5yrs, Call 01623 652220 Bright Stars Childcare, Brook St, Sutton, Full/PT, Funded places 2,3 &4yrs, 0-11yrs, Call 01623 555578 Butterflies Day Nursery, West Notts College, Mansfield, 6wks-5yrs, Call 01623 413015

Learning Tree Nursery, Kirkby Rd, Sutton, 8wks-8yrs, Call 01623 512324 Little Millers Day Nursery, Mansfield Rd (nr Kings Mill Hospital), Sutton, 6wks-5yrs Call 01623 622515 Ext3885 Nurseryworld & Friends Day Nursery, Douglas Rd, Sutton, 6wks-8yrs, Call 01623 440624 Papermoon Day Nursery, Fulnar Close, Forest Town, Mansfield, 6wks-U8’s, Call 01623 657570 Papermoon Day Nursery, Mansfield Rd, Sutton, 6wks-5yrs, Free Funded Places, Call 01623 440011

Cedar House Nursery, Ransom Wood, Mansfield. Superb Woodland Setting, 0-5yrs, Call 01623 636100

Rocking Horse Nursery, Kingsway, Kirkby, 0-11yrs, Fee Hours Avail for 2, 3 & 4yrs, Call 01623 408330

Cherubs Childcare Centre, Pleasley Land Mark, Mansfield, 6wks-8yrs, Call 01623 811166

Safe Haven Day Nursery, High St, Mansfield Woodhouse, 6wks-8yrs, Call 01623 480554

Cherubs Childcare Centre, Somersall St, Ladybrook, Mansfield, 6wks-5yrs, Call 01623 662792

Shaping Futures Day Nursery, Oakham Business Park, Mansfield, 6wk- 5yrs, Funded Places Available, Call 01623 600638

Cherubs Childcare Centre, Welbeck Rd, Mansfield Woodhouse, 6wks-13yrs, Call 01623 420940

Smarties Private Day Nursery, Nottingham Rd, Mansfield, 0-5yrs, Call 01623 636100

Beeston Nursery Tel: 0115 9677677 Email: info@beestonnursery.co.uk

www.beestonnursery.co.uk www.facebook.com/beestonnursery Welcome to Beeston Nursery & Pre-School We offer childcare for children aged 0 - 5 years and our Out of School club takes children aged from 4 to 12 years.

We are a small, friendly nursery who offer flexible childcare options to suit you. We have lots of fun with the children, playing, singing, dancing, cooking and learning.

And we have a stunning outdoor play garden, a veranda and a beautiful sky room!

Funded places are available for eligible 2 year olds and all 3 & 4 year olds in our pre-school. Please ask for details

Come and take a look!

Little Oaks Nursery, High St, Kimberley, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 938 2022 Longdale Nursery School & Children’s Centre, Longdale lane, Ravenshead, 6wks14yrs, Call 01623 491919

Children1st@Breedon House, Banks Rd, Toton, 6wks-8yrs, Call 0115 972 1113

Oceans Day Nursery, Spring St, Hucknall, Free Places for 2, 3 & 4year Olds, 6wks5yrs, Call 0115 963 5651

Church House Nursery, Nether St. Beeston, 0-5yrs, Funded Places for 2, 3 & 4 Yrs, Call 0115 967 7684

Rocking Horse Childcare Centre, Broomhill Rd, Hucknall, 6wks-11yrs, Call 0115 837 0509

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The Orange Tree Day Nursery, 2 The Connery, Hucknall, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 964 0001

Beeston Nursery, 211 Station Road, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 2AB

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Preschools & Playgroups Tiny World, Layton Ave, Mansfield, New Outdoor Play Area, 6wks-11yrs, Call 01623 420600 Treetops Vicar Water Day Nursery, 123 Mansfield Rd, Mansfield, 3m-5yrs, Call 01623 660555

Montessori & Steiner Nurseries

2013

A learning through play pre-school

Wide range of activities for 2- 4 yr olds

Michael House, a Steiner Waldorf School, Heanor, 3-16yrs, Monthly Guided Tours, Call 01773 718 050

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9 -12 noon & 1- 4pm plus Lunch club 12-1pm

Preschools & Playgroups (Term Time Only)

Funded places available

Allsorts Pre-School, Community Centre, Underwood, 2.5 -5yrs, 9am-12, Call 07858 778603

Pre-School

for children from 2 yrs in a safe, secure & fun learning environment.

With a fantastic garden!

Mon - Fri (Term Time) 9.15 am – 12.15 pm Rising 4’s - Mon & Tues 9.15 – 3.15pm * Funded places available * Ofsted inspected ‘good grade’ * Qualified, experienced and caring staff team * We follow The Early Years Foundation Stage * Weekly Forest Schools activities * See website, telephone or call in for more information or to make an appointment * Baby and Toddler Group - 1.30 -3pm Mondays

Tel: 0771 4577 171

Lucy & Vincent Brown Village Hall, Attenborough Lane, Attenborough

Enclosed outdoor play area Healthy snacks

Edwinstowe Preschool Playgroup, Village Hall, M/W/Th, 9-12, 2.5-5yrs, Call 07989 892831 Grangewood Pre-school, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton, Mon-Fri 9-12am, 3-4yrs Call 0115 928 8283 Horsendale Pre-School Playgroup, Nuthall, M/T/W/F am, M/W/F pm, 2.5-5yrs, Call 07534 765 500

Kimberley Pre-School Playgroup, Kettlebrook Lodge, M/W/TH 9.30-3.00 Tues & Fri 9.30-1pm, Call 0115 938 9205

Small glass jar Tracing or baking paper Metallic and broad felt tip pens Tealight Double sided tape or PVA glue

Noah’s Ark Playgroup, Kimberley, All Day Mon/Wed/Thurs, Tue/Fri am & Lunch Club, 2-4yrs, Call 0115 945 8553

Bramcote Pre-School Playgroup, Memorial Hall, Mon-Fri 9-am-3pm, 2-5yrs, Call 07754 140325

Papplewick Preschool, Village Hall, Mon-Fri 9-12am, M/W/Th 12-3pm, Call 0115 963 4913

Busy Bees Preschool, St Peters Church, Toton, Mon-Fri 9-12am, Mon & Tues 12-3pm, Rising 5’s on Thurs am, Call 07402 769053

Pre-School 345, 5 Middle St, Beeston, Mon- Fri 9-12am /Lunch Club 1212.45pm+ M/W/Th pm, Call 07816 376726

Mon-Thurs 9.30am-3.00pm Fri 9.30am-1.00pm plus lunch club

0115 938 9205/07842 815038

Christchurch Hall Pre-school, Lime Grove Ave, Beeston, M/T/W/F 9am-3.15pm incl Lunch Club, Call 0115 967 8145 Coteswood House School, Thackery’s Lane, Woodthorpe, 3-5yrs Call 0115 967 6551 Early Years Playgroup, Frederick Rd, Stapleford, Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm, Fri 9-12pm, 2-5yrs, Call 07939 852907

Lay your kitchen foil shiny side down on a folded newspaper or magazine.

With the end of your paintbrush, and pressing firmly, draw your design on the foil. Take care not to press too hard or you will rip the foil! Achieving the right level of pressure may take some practise.

Trim around the outside of your design and the glue it, shiny side up, to the front of your card blank. Get creative and add decoration!

Festive Tealight Holder

Attenborough Church Pre-School, Village Hall, M-F 9.15-12.15, Mon &Tues 12.153.15 for Rising 4’s, Call 07714 577171

Friendly, fun & caring environment for your little ones

Instructions:

Hucknall Pre-School Playgroup, Watnall Rd, Mon-Fri am, M/T/F pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0754 4510610

Learning Ladder Childcare, Abbey Primary, Mansfield, 2-5yrs, Call 07812 903538

Pla y group

Piece of kitchen foil Newspaper Thin paint brush Glue Card blank Gold pen, sequins, ribbon etc for decoration

Edwinstowe Pre-school Playgroup, Forest Session, Tue & Fri 9-3.30, Call 07989 892831

Arnold St Mary’s Preschool, St Mary’s Family Centre, Mon-Fri am & Wed All Day, Call 07969 544137

Kettlebrook Lodge, Eastwood Rd

You will need:

01623 450016

kirkbycrossplaygroup@hotmail.com The Pavillion, Bentinck Miners Welfare, Sutton Rd, Kirkby. NG17 8GS

Kirkby Cross Playgroup, Bentink Miners Welfare, M/T/Th/F Am & Pm + Lunch Club, 2-4yrs, Call 01623 450016

K im berley Pre-Sc hool

Engraved Foil Card

for 2, 3 and 4 yr olds

www.attenboroughchurchpreschool.co.uk

Carousel Under 5’s Preschool, Lammas Rd, Sutton, 8.30-4.00pm Mon-Fri, 2-5yrs, Call 07926 308289

Christmas Crafts

You will need:

Instructions:

Cut a piece of tracing paper to fit around the jar. Decorate the paper using your metallic and felt tip pens, with a pretty Christmas design. Stick the tracing paper to the jar using the double-sided tape or PVA. Pop a candle inside. When the candle is lit it will shine through the picture and make it glow.

Christmas tree photo frame

You will need:

Ravenshead Pre-school Playgroup, Ravenshead Primary Sch, 2-5yrs, Call 01623 490707 Robert Shaw Pre-School, Southfield Rd, Nottm, Call 0115 915 5765 Springfield Pre-School, Sandiacre, Mon-Fri 9.15-11.45; 12.15-2.45, 2-5yrs, Call 07960 983423 Sutton Centre Under 5’s Preschool, Sutton in Ashfield, Mon-Fri 9-12am & 12.45-3.15, 2.5-4.5yrs, Call 01623 457613 Toton Tots Pre-School, Chester Green, Quality Care, Mon-Fri 9.00-12.30pm Call 07516 700337 Trowell Preschool, St Helens Church Hall, Nottm Rd, Mon-Fri 9-12am, 2.5-5yrs, Call 07842 212672 Watnall Pre-School, Main Rd, MonFri am & M/T/Th pm + Lunch, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 945 8574 Whizz Kids Playgroup, Bells Lane Community Centre, Amesbury Circus, Mon-Fri 12.30-3.30pm, Lunch Club Avail 11.35am, 3-5yrs Call 0115 915 7605

Instructions:

3 craft sticks (use coloured or you can use plain and paint) Green paint (optional) Cork or toilet roll with slit cut in the top, or ribbon for hanging Glue Photograph (13cm x 18cm or 5"x7") Double sided tape Green card Decorative bits and pieces

Glue the ends of your sticks together to form a triangle. Leave to dry and then, if necessary, paint the triangle green. NB If you intend to hang the Christmas tree frame on the tree, glue a loop of ribbon in between two of the lolly sticks at this stage.

Use double sided tape to stick your photo to the back of the triangle, trimming away the excess. Stick a triangle of green card over the back.

Carefully (ask an adult) make a groove in the top of the cork with a sharp knife.

Fill the groove with glue and push in your craft stick triangle, making sure the photo is the right way up. Alternatively, cut a slit in a section of toilet roll tube and slide the frame into it.

When the glue is dry, decorate the frame with stickers and other decorative bits and pieces.

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Out of School Care • Independent Schools Preschools & Playgroups (Term Time Only) Contd Wollaton Park Pre-school Playgroup, Lambourne Dr, Mon-Fri 9-12 + Mon & Thurs 12-3, Lunch Club Mon, Wed & Thurs, 2yrs+ Call 07960 547131 Wollaton Village Pre-School, Wollaton Rd, Before & After Sch Care for Children at Fernwood School, Call 07938 238876

Brinsley Childcare, Brinsley Primary School, Wraparound & Hol Care 4-11yrs, Call 07500 934874

Sawley Holiday Club, Dovedale Primary, Long Eaton, 3-11yrs, 7.30-6pm Call 07972669378

Brooklyn Day Nursery, Annesley, After Sch & Hol Club up to 8yrs Call 01623 752092

Selston Childcare, Holly Hill Sch, Before/ After Sch & Hol Care, Up to 11yrs, Call 07908 649121

Busy Bees Nursery, Wollaton, Before/After Sch (Fernwood Inf Sch), Hol Care 4-8yrs Call 0115 928 0508

St Laurence Pre-School & Club 11 Ltd, L. Eaton, Before/After Sch + Inset/Hols, U12’s, Call 0115 972 1405

Cared 4 Club 1, William Lilley Infant School, Stapleford, Call 0115 917 9277.

Stapleford Day Nursery, Derby Rd, Before/After Sch & Hol Club 4-11yrs, Call 0115 949 9090

Wollaton Village Pre-School, Wollaton Rd, Mon-Fri incl. Lunch, 9am-3pm, 2.5-5yrs, Call 07938 238876

Cared4 Kids Club, Discovery Day Nursery, Giltbrook, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 4-14yrs, Call 0115 938 4805

Preschools & Playgroups (All Year)

Cherubs Nursery Cool Club, Kimberley, After School & Hol Care, 4-13yrs, Call 0115 938 9090

Attenborough Day Nursery Pre-school, The Strand, Free Sessions Available, 2.55yrs, Call 0115 922 5723 Brinsley Childcare, Brinsley Primary School, Mon-Fri, 7.45-6pm, 6wks-4yrs Call 07500 934874 Greasley Beauvale Childcare, Greasley Primary Sch, Newthorpe, 2yrs+, Call 07984 618855

Children 1st @ Derby Road, Long Eaton, Before/After Sch & Hol Club, 4-12yrs, Call 0115 973 3613 Children1st@Breedon House,Toton, Before/After Sch & Hol Club 4-12yrs Call 0115 972 1113 Cool Club Hollywell Primary, Kimberley, Before & After Sch, 4-11yrs, Call 0115 938 9090

Greasley Beauvale Childcare, Newthorpe, Before/After School & Hol Care, U11’s, Call 07984 618855

Dovedale Before and After School Club, Dovedale Pri, Long Eaton, 3-11yrs, Call 07972669378

Leen Mills Pre School Playgroup, Carlingford Rd, Hucknall, Mon-Fri 8-4.30pm, 2.5-5yrs, Call 0115 964 2725

Dovedale Before and After School Club, Dovedale Primary, Long Eaton, Breakfast Club from 7.00am & After School until 6pm, 3-11yrs Call 07943 923638

Selston Childcare, Holly Hill Sch, Full Daycare, 7.30am-6.00pm, 2-5yrs, Call 07908 649121 St Laurence Pre-School & Club 11 Ltd, Broad St, L. Eaton, M-F 7.30-6pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 972 1405 The Elms, Nursery to Trent College, Long Eaton, 3-5yrs, Call 0115 849 4940 Tiny Tots Preschool, John Godber Centre, Hucknall, Mon-Fri 9-12 am, Call 07963 962517

Out of School & Holiday Clubs NG8, 9, 10, 15 & 16 Abbey Gates Primary Sch, Ravenshead, Before/After Sch, 3-11yrs, Call 01623 491919 Alphabet House @ Grange School, Long Eaton, Before/After Sch & Hols 4-10yrs, Call 0115 973 4442 Applegarth the Zone, Linby, Before/After Sch, Pick Ups, Holiday Club, Up to 14yrs, Call 0115 963 1296 Aspley Library, Nuthall Rd, Homework Club, Tues 3-5pm, Term Time, Call 0115 915 5700 Awsworth Buzy Kids Club, Awsworth Primary, After School for 3-11yrs Call 0115 944 4114 Awsworth Schoolhouse Day Nursery, Breakfast/After Sch/Hol+ Drop Off/Pick up in Eastwood Area, Call 0115 944 4114 Beeston Nursery, Before/After Sch, Trent Vale Infants, Call 0115 967 7677 Bilborough Library, Bracebridge Dr,Homework Club, Thurs 4-6pm Term Time, 8-18yrs, Call 0115 915 5795

Dovedale Holiday Club, Dovedale Primary, Long Eaton, 7.30am-6pm, All meals & snacks provided, Fun activities, 3-11yrs Call 07943 923638 Early Years Playgroup, Frederick Rd, Stapleford, Holiday Club on Selected Dates, 2-6yrs Call 07939 852907 Explorers, Stapleford Baptist Ch, Fri 3.455.45, 5-7yrs, Call 0115 917 4592 Galaxies Day Nursery, Seymour Rd, Eastwood, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 4-16yrs, Call 01773 715923 Horsendale Club, Assarts Rd, Nuthall, 7.30-8.50 / 3.35-6.00 Call 07534 765500 Hucknall National Out of Sch/ Holiday Club, Montague Rd, 5-11yrs, Call 07923 496208 Kaleidoscope, John Clifford Childcare Club, Nether St, Beeston, Call 07736 592718 Klever Kids Day Nursery, Aspley Lane, Aspley, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 4-12yrs, Call 0115 822 8216 Little Oaks Cool Kids Club, Larkfields Sch Nuthall, Before/After Sch & Hols, 4-11yrs, Call 0115 938 2022 Longdale Nursery School & Children’s Centre, Ravenshead, Before/After Sch & Hols, 3-14yrs Call 01623 491919 Oceans Day Nursery, Spring St, Hucknall, Before/After Sch & Hol Club, 4-13yrs, Call 0115 963 5651 Pastures Community Church, Pastures Rd, Stapleford, Children’s Club, Mon 4-5pm, Sch Yrs Recpt-Yr6, Term Time Call 0115 833 5349

Bramcote Day Nursery, Chapel Street, Bramcote Nursery, Before/After School & Hol Care 4-8yrs, Call 0115 922 2454

Rocking Horse Childcare, Hucknall, Before/After Sch & Hol Care 4-11yrs, Call 0115 837 0509

Bramcote Hills Kids Club, Bramcote Hills Sch, After Sch Care 4.5 - 11yrs, Term Time, Call 0115 967 7684

Sawley Before and After School Club, Draycott Rd, Sawley, Long Eaton, 3-11yrs, Call 07943923638

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Strelley Road Library, Strelley Rd, Homework Club, 3.30-5pm Term Time, 8-18yrs, Call 0115 915 5788 Surprise Club, Bells Lane Community Centre, Aspley, Art, Crafts, Sport & Games, Sat 10-12, 5-15yrs, Call 0115 915 7605 Toddlers’ University, The City, Beeston, Local Pick Ups, Before/After Sch & Hol Club 4-8yrs, Call 0115 967 8602

Education Support Learning Through Music presents Tables Tunes CD - Listen, Sing & Learn, Call 01949 878103

Careers Services Ideas4Careers UK Ltd, professional career guidance for all ages. Call 07717 360 114

Independent Schools Dagfa School, Beeston, Nursery, Junior & Senior, 3-16yrs, Call 0115 913 8330 Hazel Hurst School, 400 Westdale Lane, Mapperley, 2-8yrs, Call 0115 960 6759 Hollygirt School, Elm Avenue, Nottm, Coed for 3-16yrs, Call 0115 958 0596 Jubilee House School, Beauvale, Newthorpe. Child Centred &Tailored Learniing for 3-16yrs, Call 01773 688100

Wollaton Day Nursery, Eastwood, Before/After Sch & HolCare 4-11yrs, Call 01773 711721 Young Rascals, City Rd, Beeston, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 4-8yrs, Call 0115 967 7951

Out of School & Holiday Clubs NG17, 18, 19 & Edwinstowe Ashfield Playcare Scheme, Lammas Leisure Centre, Sutton, After School & Hol Care, 4-12yrs, Call 01623 550986 Bright Beginnings at Pretty Windows, Edwinstowe, Before/After Sch, Hols & Pick Ups, 3-11yrs, Call 01623 822440 Bright Stars Childcare, Brook St, Sutton, Before/After School & Hol Club, 4-11yrs, Call 01623 555578 Cherubs Childcare Centre, Mansfield Woodhouse, Before/After Sch & Hols, 3-13yrs, Call 01623 420940 Cherubs Childcare Centre, Welbeck Rd, Mansfield Woodhouse, Before/After Sch & Hol Care 4-13yrs, Call 01623 420940 Cherubs Children’s Centre, Wynndale Dr Primary Sch, Mansfield, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 3-13yrs, Call 01623 644069 Learning Ladder After Sch Club, Wynndale Primary Sch, Mansfield, 2.5-12yrs, Call 07812 903538 Learning Ladder, Abbey Primary Sch, Mansfield, Breakfast/After Sch & Hol Club,4-11yrs, Call 01623 631852 Learning Tree Nursery, Alfreton Rd, Sutton Before/After Sch & Hol Care, up to 8yrs Call 01623 512324 Learning Tree Nursery, Kirkby Rd, Sutton, Before/After Sch & Hol Care U8’s, Call 01623 512324.

Papermoon Day Nursery, Forest Town, Holiday Club for U8’s, Call 01623 657570 Rocking Horse Nursery, Kirkby, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, U11’s, Call 01623 408330 Safe Haven Day Nursery, High St, Mansfield Woodhouse, The Den, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 4-12yrs, Call 01623 480554 Shaping Futures Day Nursery, Mansfield, Before/After Sch & Hols,Trips & Activities, 4-11yrs, Call 01623 600638 Tiny World, Layton Ave, Mansfield, After Sch & Hol Care, 4-11yrs, Call 01623 420600

Michael House a Steiner Waldorf School, Heanor, 3-16yrs, Monthly Guided Tours, Call 01773 718 050 Nottingham Girls’ High School, Arboretum St, Nottingham, 4-18yrs, Call 0115 941 7663 Nottingham High School, Waverley Mount, Co-ed for Recpt, Yrs 1, 2 & 6th Form from Sept ‘15. Fully Co-ed from Sept ‘16 Call 0115 845 2232 Salterford House Preparatory School, Calverton, Pre Prep to Yr 6, Call 0115 965 2127 Saville House School, Mansfield Woodhouse, 2.5 -11yrs, Call 01623 625068 St Joseph’s School, Derby Rd, Nottingham, 12m-11yrs, Call 0115 941 8356 St Peter and St Paul Independent School, Chesterfield, Girls & Boys up to 11yrs, Call 01246 278522 The Elms, Nursery & Primary School to Trent College, Long Eaton, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 849 4940 The Iona School, Steiner Waldorf Education, Sneinton Dale, Sneinton, 3-12yrs, Call 0115 941 5295 The Lammas School, Lammas Rd, Suttonin-Ashfield, 5-19yrs, Call 01623 516879 Trent College, Long Eaton, Boarding / Day, Co-ed 11-18yrs, Call 0115 849 4949 Wellow House School, Wellow, Pre-Prep 3-6yrs, Prep 7-13yrs, Call 01623 861054 Worksop College & Preparatory School, Ranby House, Co-ed Independent Day & Boarding School, 3-18yrs, Call 01909 537155

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Saturday 8th November 9.00 - 12.45

Welcome and programme start: 9.15am Our Head Master and pupils will welcome you to our school with a short presentation. We will then take you to explore our wonderful campus with other Elms children and invite you to join in with a wide range of fun classroom activities.

The Elms is the independent Junior School and Nursery to Trent College, Long Eaton.

Children in Years 5 & Year 6 are invited to join us for the day as Trent pupils and see what life is like at our school.

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Trent College Discovery Day is very popular. Please book early to secure a place for your child. We look forward to meeting you soon.

Please register to secure your place using the details below.

We look forward to meeting you soon.

Admissions Manager: Mrs Robinson, 0115 849 4940, elmsadmissions@trentcollege.net The Elms, Derby Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham, NG10 4AD

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Kirkby Park Inclusive Group, Comm Centre, Mon 6-8, 10-16, Call 01623 484862 Mencap, Service for Children/Adults with Learning Disabilities & their Families/ Carers, Call 0115 956 1130 My Sight Nottinghamshire, Support/Info/ Adv to Help Visually Impaired Children & Adults, Call 0115 9706 806 Norsaca, Info/Support/Adv for People Affected by Autism, Call 0115 976 1805 Parent Partnership Svc, Impartial Adv/ Info/Support - Education Issues for Notts & Nottm City, Call 0115 948 2888 Rumbles Community Café, Sutton, Mansfield & Clipstone, Opportunities/ Training for Young People, Call 01623 424836

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Rumbletums Cafe, Kimberley. Work Experience & Training Opportunities for Young People with Learning Disabilities 16-30yr Call 0115 938 4953

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Pat Satterly, Mansfield, Maths & English, All Ages to GCSE, Call 01623 652228 PRIVATE TUTORS NOTTINGHAM - All Subjects, All Levels, All Areas, DBS/CRB Registered, Call 0115 928 6646 Time2Learn, Beeston, Key Stage 3 Maths/ English & Juniors, Call 0115 925 4084

Language Classes Delta Languages, Spanish & Italian Classes in Beeston, Stapleford & Ilkeston, Call 0115 877 6846

Russian School, Nottingham, 3-18yrs, Pre-school, Primary ,GCSE & A-Level, Call 07846 956019 Sylvie Culley, Borrowash, French Classes for Pre-School, GCSE & A-Level Call 01332 660745

Special Needs Support & Services APTCOO, Mansfield, Support/Fun/Toy Library & More for Disabled Children and their Families, Call 01623 629902

Bramcote Swimming Club, Bramcote Leisure Centre, 4-7yrs, Call 0115 928 7354 Broadway Cinema, Hockley, Autism Friendly Screening, Call 0115 952 6611 Chilwell Tae Kwon Do, Chilwell Olympia, 5yrs-50! Call 07973 431457 Christine March School of Dance, Kirkby, Adult disability dance class Wed 1111.45am, Call 07704 818065 Eastwood Tae Kwon Do Club, Plumptre Hall, Church St, 4yrs+, Call 01773 763203 Edgewood Judo Club, Hucknall, Under 7’s+, Call 0115 952 1346 Falcon Amateur Swimming Club, Hucknall Leisure Centre, 6yrs+, Call 0115 964 0717

Social Services, Help & Support for Children, Young People & Families in Broxtowe, Call 0115 917 5800

Inclusive SelectaSport Club, Bramcote Park School,Tues 4.15-5.15pm, 8-19yrs, Call 0115 917 3572

Special Needs Dental Service for Children/ Adults Unable to Access Routine Dental Care, Call 017 7727 4400

Indigo Kids Club, Hucknall, Children on the Autistic Spectrum & Siblings, Tues 5.30-7.25pm, 4-10yrs, Call 0115 952 1164

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Indigo Kids Club, Hucknall, Children on the Autistic Spectrum & Siblings, Wed 5.30-7.25, 10-13yrs, Call 0115 952 1164

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Face 2 Face, Supports Parents of Children with Disabilities, Call 0844 800 3333

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Bramcote Leisure Centre, Inclusive Swim Lessons & Activities, All Ages & Abilities, Call 0115 917 3000

Hucknall Leisure Centre, Rehabilitation/ Disabled Swim, Tues 6-7pm, Call 0115 956 8750

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Dyslexia Assoc, Svcs For Dyslexics of All Ages & Their Families, Call 0115 924 6888

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Social Services, Help & Support for Children, Young People & Families in Ashfield & Mansfield, Call 01623 433433

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EASY MANDARIN, Chinese/Mandarin Classes for Children, Teenagers & Adults, Call 0844 249 2899

SCOPE, Support/Info- Children and Adults with Cerebal Palsy, Call 0808 800 3333

Leisure & Sport for Disabled and Special Needs Children

Norsaca, Soc for Autism, Courses/ Support/Counselling, Call 0115 976 1805 Notts Deaf Children’s Society, Friendly & Social Support for Deaf Children & their Families, Call 07976 157509 Rainbow Parents Carers Forum, Support for Parents/Carers of Children with Disabilities +Play Session Call 078372 78981 RUSH, Support by Parents for Parents with Children with ADHD, Call 07881 645663

Indigo Teenagers Club, Hucknall, Teens on the Autistic Spectrum, Thurs 5.30-7.30pm, 13yrs+ Call 0115 952 1164 Jigsaw Youth Club, Lenton, Activities/ Trips/Fun for Young People with Aspergers/Autism, 10-25yrs, Call 0776 2207532 Kimberley Leisure Centre, Inclusion Swimming Lessons, Wed 3.45, U16’s & Parents, Call 0115 917 3366 Kimberley Leisure Centre, Vitality Vibe Youth Gym, 8-19yrs, Inclusion Sessions Thur/Sat/Sun, Call 0115 917 3366 Kimberley Swimming Club, Kimberley Leisure Cntr, 3yrs+ Call 01773 771230 Kirkby Portland Cricket Club, Nuncagate, ,www.kirkbyportlandcc.co.uk,

Indigo Kids, Autism Resource Centre, The Old School, Beardall St, Hucknall, Call 0115 952 1164

Laugh4Life, Clowning with a Purpose, Working with Children, Y People & Vulnerable Adults, Call 0115 961 1190

IRIS, Information Svc for Parents of Children & Young People with Disabilities, www.askiris.org.uk Call 0115 853 3291

Mansfield Youth Link at myplace@ westfield Folkhouse, Westfield Lane, M/W/ Th Evenings, 13-24yrs, Call 01623 626972

And there’s MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts

Young People • Parties National Autistic Society, Youth Groups in Newark, Mansfield & Nottm for Young People with Autism/Aspergers, 11-19yrs Call 07805 203336

Young People’s Centres

Notts Orienteering Club, Various Locations, All Families Welcome Call 0115 987 2083

Eastwood Young People’s Centre, Kelham Way, Call 01773 536 010

Phab Nottm, Activities & Fun Days Out for Children with 1-to-1 care, enquiries@ phabnottingham.co.uk Quarrydale Utd FC, Kirkby Bentinct, Boys & Girls Under7’s+,www. quarrydaleunitedfc.co.uk Speech Sign & Song Club, Beeston, for U5’s with Communication Difficulties Call 0115 922 1318 Sutton in Ashfield Harriers, Ashfield Sch, 9yrs+, Call 01623 464 347

Brinsley Young People’s Centre, Brinsley Recreation Ground, Call 0115 970 5405

Kimberley Young People’s Cntr, Leisure Cntr, C-Card,13-19yrs Call 0115 970 5405.

Quest Club, The Mill Adventure Base, Kings Mill Reservoir, Sutton, 8-12yrs, Sat am, Call 01623 556110 Stapleford Young People’s Cntr, Church Ln, M/Tu/Th/F Evenings, Call 0115 970 5405; The New Sutton Young People’s Centre, Eastbourne site, Off Station Rd, M-Sat 6.30-9pm, Drop in, Phone for Yr Groups, Call 07833295870

The Faff Room, Carr Bank Stables Mansfield, Parties/Workshop/Courses, Sewing & Crafts, Available for Groups & Schools, Call 07969 681709

The Pearson Centre for Young People, Nuart St, Beeston, Call 0115 925 4112

The Kirkby Trust, Vernon Rd, The Inclusive Youth Group, Mon 6-8pm, 10-16yrs, Call 01623 484861

Ashwood Centre, Kirkby, Ignite Youth Group, Wed 6-8pm, 11-18yrs, Inspire-Girls, Thurs 6-8pm, 11-18yrs, Call 07801 949373

Warrior Martial Arts, Classes for all Ages & Abilities, Beeston/West Bridgford, 5-17yrs & Adults Call 0115 9226 182

Bells Lane Community Centre, Aspley, Youth Club with Unity Football, Fri 7-9pm, 11yrs+ Call 0115 915 7605

Youth Services

Community of Christ, Peacemakers, Carsic, Sutton, Tues 5.30-6.30, 4-11yrs,www.cofchristsutton.org.uk,

Blakeley Lane, Eco training and Campsite, www.blakeleylanecampsite.co.uk Call 07763 392644 Broxtowe Youth Homelessness, Prevention/Support, 16-25yrs, Call 0115 949 7790 CHILDLINE, Free & Confidential Helpline & Advice for Children, Call 0800 1111 Compass, For Problem Drug/Alcohol Use in Young People U19, Call 01904 636 374 Cruse Bereavement Care, Daytime Helpline Supporting Children & Young People, Call 0844 477 9400 Futures Nottinghamshire, Advice/ Guidance/Support, for 13-19yrs, www. futuresnn.co.uk Call 0115 960 1597 Macmillan Cancer Support Helpline & TICTeenage Info on Cancer, www.click4tic. org.uk, Call 0808 808 00 00

Other Youth Venues

New Horizon Church, Community Impact Centre, Dovecote Rd, Eastwood, Kids Club, Visit Website for Details Call 01773 688823 Pastures Community Church, Pastures Rd, Stapleford, Youth Club for Sch Yrs 6-11, Call 0115 833 5349 Salvation Army, Albert Ave, Stapleford, Call 0115 939 2536 St Helen’s Church, Frederick Rd, Stapleford Call 0115 939 9958 The Mill Adventure Base, Youth Activity Club, Kings Mill Reservoir, Sutton, Wed 5.30-7.30, 11-19yrs, Call 01623 556110 Y Friday, Willam Lilley Sch, Stapleford, Fri 6.00, 10-14, Call 0115 877 0281

Samaritans, 24 hr Support for Distress or Suicidal Despair, Call 08457 90 90 90 Stapleford Health4u, U20’s Sexual Health Clinic,Thurs 4-6pm, Call 0115 883 5000

FROZEN INSPIRED ELSA AND ANNA ARE VISITING IN NOTTS IN DECEMBER, INVITE THEM TO DELIVER A PRESENT FROM SANTA TO YOUR DOOR. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION. Full Public Liability Insurance, Licenced and Experienced Staff

For more information please call or email: debbie@clipclopponyrides.co.uk www.clipclopponyrides.co.uk Boogie Beat Classes & Parties based around Fairy Tales & Rhymes, 0-6yrs, Call 07896 759024 Buzz Ceramics, Mobile Pottery Painting Studio, Party Fun for All Ages in your own Home, Call 0115 875 3664 Christine March School of Dance Ballet Delight Parties, Tailored Themed Dance Parties to Individual Choices Call 07704 818065 Clip Clop Pony Rides, Child-Friendly Ponies for Parties & Events for Kids 2-12yrs & Weddings, Call 01623 750936

Gizmo’s Lab, Exciting Children’s Science Parties, Call 07505 862 415 Helen’s Face Painting, Professional Service, CRB Checked, Call 07957 785801 Jaspa Designs Glitter & Henna Body Art Sutton - All ages Call 07858 960553 Jo Jingles, Music, Singing and Movement Parties for 3m-5yrs, Call 0870 900 4567

ENCHANTING PARTIES & EVENTS FOR EVERY LITTLE PRINCESS, PIRATE, SUPER HERO & FAIRY

Creation Station Nottingham South, Arty Parties tailored to suit your child! 0-11yrs Call 0844 874 7489

TEL: 07580 533499 www.SUPERSPARKLEPARTIES.co.uk

Dancemania, Sutton, Dance Parties Upto 35 kids, 2hrs, Food & Games, 3-11yrs, Call 07427 015493

Jumicar, Junior Driving Parties with Junior Sized Cars! 1yr+ (With Adult) & 6yrs+ Call 0797 1439522

Danielle Gotheridge, Creative children’s parties/courses, all ages. Learn skills & have fun, from £15 Call 0115 987 4270

Katie Wright School of Dance, Dance Parties in Your Own Home, 2yrs+ Call 07545 339224

Barefoot Books, Storytelling, Crafts, Games & Party Bags, Call 07595 628379

Dazzle Entertainment, Fantastic Kids Themed Discos! Call 07722 830840

Kerries Creations, Face Painting and Glitter Tattoos, Call 07740 196289

Barry Kay the Children’s Entertainment Specialist, Comedy Magic Shows, Magic/Mini/Full Children’s Discos, Call 0115 914 7314

Dizzy Daisy the Magician, Magic & Puppet Show/Balloon Modelling/ Face Painting/Games with Music, www.dizzydaisythemagician.co.uk Call 0115 917 7099

Outburst, Lesbian/Bi-Sexual/Gay & Trans Group for U25’s, Call 0115 952 5040

Runaway 24hr Helpline, Confidential Help/Adv for Under 18’s, Call Freefone 116 000

We are fully mobile to bring our cute and friendly ponies to your Wedding, Corporate and Charity Events, School Fair, Hospital Visits, TV/Film Hire, School Educational Visits

Cooking With Hugo, Themed Baking Parties at your Home or Venue, 4yrs+, Call 07508 012290

Notts Lesbian & Gay Switchboard, Information & Support, Call 0115 934 8485

Relate, Counselling for Young People, 1125yrs Call 0115 950 7836

Tel: 01773 762084 or 07985 430176

Friday Club, Stapleford Baptist Church, Albert St, Call 0115 939 9442

New Leaf, Free Advice & Support for Smokers who Want to Quit, 12yrs+ Call 0800 389 7712

Quitline, Help & Support to Stop Smoking, www.quit.org.uk/youth-services, Call 0207 553 2100

Pantos, School Nativities, Parties, Door to Door visits

by Elsa, Anna & a magical unicorn

Party Entertainers 2WOFaces, Fun Face Painter. Unique Designs - Negotiable Rates & Insured, Like us on Fb, Call 07789 258157

Little Wickets, Cricket Fun & Games for Under 7’s & Toddlers Too! Indoor & Outdoor Venues, Call 0115 924 8476 Mad Science Parties, Fun & Interactive, 5-12yrs, Call 0115 922 1113

Stepping Stones, Eastwood, Supported Housing, 16-25yrs, Call 01773 719625

Billy Beanbag Childrens Theatre, College Street Centre, Nottm, Drama Parties, 3yrs+ Call 07979 730 710

Fizzy the Fairy Clown, Children’s Parties for Girls & Boys 3-7yrs, Call 0115 953 2587

Magical Movers, Music & Dance Parties for the Under 5’s, Call 07753 884911

The Kirkby Trust, Vernon Rd, Housing/Homeless Support, 16-25 Call 01623 484861

Bizzy Beaders - Children’s Jewellery Making Parties, Age 5-14yrs Call 01773 775860

Freddie Magical Entertainer, Amazing Magic for All the Family! 3yrs+ Call 07792 146312

Making it! Discovery Centre, Mansfield, Themed Parties for 3-13yr olds.

Call 01623 473297

For a free listing or to advertise call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Parties

Yoganutz, Fun-Filled Yoga Adventure & Games, 2-7yrs, Call 07877 083101 ZWK, A brilliant way to host your child’s party! Rock to the beat with ZWK and Zumba Kids® Call 07585 002 254

Jimmy Beans Children’s Play & Party Centre, Sutton, Dedicated Party Area/ Private Hire, Great Prices! 0-10yrs, Call 01623 550333

Party Venues

John Godber Centre, Ogle St, Hucknall, Fantastic Children’s Party Packages, Call 0115 963 9633

Acacia Centre, Annesley, Children’s Parties, Bouncy Castle/Disco/Room Hire, Food Available, Call 01623 721056

Jungletastic, Soft Adventure Play, Nuthall, Jungle Boogie/Play & Private Parties Avail, Call 0115 975 1113

Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd, Swim/ Football/Private Room, Call 0115 917 3000 Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre, Trampoline & Sports, 5yrs+ Call 0115 917 3333 ChoccyCocoChic, Mansfield, Children’s & Adult’s Chocolate Parties & Workshops, Call 07772 842117 Peter Presto, Very funny Children’s Magic Shows. Includes Cute, Clever Puppets!

Visit Website. Call 0115 981 6407 Have a party with a difference this year at Mansfield’s only paint a pot studio.

Pip-A-Roo, Face Painting, Henna & Glitter Tattoos, Balloon Modelling Call 01623 401037 Quasar, Cranbrooke St, Nottingham’s largest indoor laser game centre, 7yrs+, Call 0115 958 9178

Choose from over 100 different, fabulous pottery items to paint, which we will expertly glaze and fire for you.

Free gift for the birthday child worth £8!

Razz Performance Parties, Theme of your Choice, Fun-Filled Dance, Drama & Singing, 4yrs+ Call 01623 636171 Rockabillies Parties, For Details and Booking Call 0774 7013597

01623 620781

Slot Carz R Uz, Digital Scalextric/Outdoor Games Specialists, Call 079 1234 8185

www.glazeyplace.co.uk

SPROUTS- Awesome Birthday Adventures, 4-7yrs Call 0115 875 8036

11 White Hart Street, Mansfield NG18 1DG

Party Entertainers Contd.

Mizz Smartie Pants, Magic, Balloon Modelling, Disco, Fun & Games, Call 01623 811390

Squiggles Playbus, Soft Play Centre on Wheels, Let the Party Come to You! Call 07729 443962 Sue Clews, Wire & Bead Jewellery Parties with the Wire Lady! Call 0777 3910133 SUPER SPARKLE PARTIES, Magical Fairytale Parties & Events Call 07580 533499

New Youth Theatre, Mansfield, Bestwood Village & W Bridgford, Musical Birthday Parties, 3-16yrs, Call 01623 406284

The Faff Room, Carr Bank Stables, Mansfield, Sewing & Crafts Parties, Call 07969 681709

Nottingham Dance & Fitness, Cheer, Pop, Street Dance Parties, Call 07714 123431

The Glazey Place, White Hart St, Mansfield, Paint a Pot Parties, Great Prices! 4yrs+, Call 01623 620781

Nottingham Off Road Events, Farnsfield, 4x4 Family Ride Round, Buggy & Mini Buggy Parties, 7yrs+, Call 0115 953 9865 Party Punkz, Tribute Acts to your Child’s Favourite TV Characters, Call 07720 886597

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Tumble Tots, Active Physical Gymnastics Based Play Parties, 6 months - 7yrs Call 07429 845132 Viva Le Party, Magical Tailor Made Parties in a Venue of your Choice, Fun for All Ages! Call 07983 704663

City of Caves, Broadmarsh Shopping Centre, Dig Deep in the Caves for a Cool Party! Call 0115 988 1955 Cyril’s Nut Hut, Long Eaton, 2 hr Soft Play with Hot/Cold Food Buffet, Free Pass & Birthday Card,, Call 0115 973 6532 Denz Indoor Playcentre, Beeston, Special Party Deals/3 Private Rooms, Call 0115 925 5007 Eastwood Community Sports Centre, Trampoline/Archery/Bouncy Castle/ Football & more! Call 0115 917 3573 Edgewood Leisure Centre, Hucknall, Bouncy Castle/Pool/ Pool Package Parties, Call 0115 956 8790 Festival Hall Leisure Centre, Kirkby, Bouncy Castle/Roller Disco or Both & U5’s Active Antz, Call 01623 457101 Floralands Farm Park, Catfoot Lane, Lambley, Parties in The Party Barn, Call 0115 926 8137 Galleries of Justice, High Pavement, Hang out with the Villainous Sheriff of Nottingham & Others! Call 0115 952 0555 Greasley Sports Centre, Newthorpe, Bouncy Castle/Bouncy Castle & Football Party/MUGA Call 01773 760072 Hoods Hideout Soft Play Adventure Centre, Beechdale Swimming Centre, 0-11yrs, Call 0115 876 1600 Hucknall Leisure Centre, Linby Rd, Sports/ Pool/Castle/ Disco/Roller Skating Parties, Call 0115 956 8750

Kimberley Leisure Centre, Sports/Disco/ Pool/Bouncy Castle/Vibe Gym/NERF Battle Parties, Call 0115 917 3366 King & Miller, Sutton, Bazz & Jazz Parties, Fun Play Area, Max Height 4’9”, Call 01623 553312 Lanky Bill’s Fun Shack, Langley Mill, Traditional/Princess/Pirate/Teddy Picnic/ Lazer/Private Hire, Call 01773 767050 Little Drivers Soft Play, Staplefd, Disco/ Laser Tag/Football/Soft Play/Glitter Girls/ Be My Bear, Call 0115 939 2211 Manor Sports Centre, Mansfield Woodhouse, Bouncy Castle & Soft Play Parties, Call 01623 425116 Monkey Mays Soft Play Centre, Mansfield, Party Packages for Soft Play 0-8yrs, Laser 8yrs+, Reball 14yrs+ Call 01623 645134 Mouse Trap Soft Play, Main St, Bulwell, Disco/Little Cherubs/VIP/Birthday Parties, Call 0115 975 2880

Huthwaite Leisure Centre, Bouncy Castle Parties for U10’s, Call 01623 457130

Nottingham Climbing Centre, New Basford, Kids/Adults Groups & Parties, 4yrs+, Call 0115 924 5388

Jango’s Indoor Play Centre, Forest Town, Soft Play Parties from £75 for 14 Tots & £89.50 for 12 Kids, Call 01623 465465

Nuthall Temple Centre. Party Room/Sports Hall Hire only or Specialist Party Packages, for up to 100! Call 0115 951 9717

And there’s MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts

Parties • Places to Go Oceans of Fun Play Centre, Hucknall, Laser Tag/Make a Bear/Ocean Soft Play Parties, Call 0115 963 3961 Ollie’s Fun Shack, Sherwood Energy Village, New Ollerton, Soft Play Parties 0-10yrs Call 01623 860842 Pirates Play Centre, Sherwood, Toddlers/ Juniors/Pirates & Princesses/Disco/VIP/ Laser Tag Parties, Call 01159 603363 Planet Happy, Heage Rd Ind Estate, Ripley, Themed, Packages to Suit, Build a Bear, Private Hire Call 01773 748600 Playmania Indoor Playcentre, Mansfield, Soft Play & Themed Parties, 0-12yrs, Up to 36 Children! Call 01623 644443

PLEASLEY LANDMARK Resource & Community Centre

• FUNCTION ROOMS • CHILDRENS PARTIES (Free bouncy castle hire!)

• LICENSED BAR AVAILABLE • WEDDINGS AND PARTIES CATERED FOR

Let us make your Wedding Day special!

Hot/Cold buffet or try our 3 or 4 course carvery. All served and prepared by our professional catering team.

OUTSIDE CATERING AVAILABLE

For enquiries & bookings Call Sharon Ebbern on 01623 819820 pleasley.landmarkbookings@ntlbusiness.com

www.pleasleylandmark.co.uk

Pot Doodling, Pottery Studio, Long Eaton, Pot Painting Fun for Everyone!

Call 0115 973 3332 Pot N Kettle Paint a Pot Café, 115 High Rd Beeston, Fun for All Ages!

Call 0115 922 8029

Room & Hall Hire

Chuckle Chimps Mobile Soft Play Hire - Soft Play Fun for your Little Monkeys!

Call 07786 406032

Acacia Centre, Annesley, Room and Hall Hire for Groups, Meetings & Functions, Call 01623 721056

Danielle Gotheridge, Designer cakes for all occasions. From Fairground weddings to Wonderland birthdays Call 0115 987 4270

Ashfield Play Forum, Sutton, Meeting Room up to 25 people & Hall up to 75, Call 01623 441168 Ashwood Centre, Kirkby, 2 Rooms for 30100 Kids! Call 01623 758974 Bells Lane Community Centre, Aspley, Rooms Available for Parties, Functions & Events Call 0115 915 7605

The Summit Centre, Kirkby, FREE Room Hire for Weekend Functions, T&C’s Apply, Call 01623 751822

Christchurch Hall, Lime Grove Ave, Beeston, Call 0115 922 2809

The Tin Hat Centre, Selston, Rooms for Hire, Competitive Rates, Call 01773 864510

Ghost Performing Arts Academy, Mansfield - Function room available for weddings, parties and more!

Call 01623 622018

Party Supplies

It’s My Party, Shirebrook, Discount Fancy Dress & Balloon Store, Weddings & Face Painting Call 01623 744280 Knot Just Jigs, Traditional Toys, Party Bags, Supplies & Fillers, Call 07805 025945 Super Soft Play Hire. Ages 0-5 www. supersoftplay.co.uk Call 0115 846 2581 Tiddly Cupcakes, Alcoholic CupcakesSquarely For Adults, Call 0115 938 6426

Allegri Wedding Music, Beautiful Live Music Tailored for You, Call 07930 151699

Truly Scrumptious Cakes & Bakes, Mansfield Woodhouse, Bespoke Cakes for All Occasions, Call 07925 119840

Balloons, Flowers & Sweet Station Hire from Sapphire Lace, Sutton, Call 07854 855534

Young Explorers Mobile Soft Play Hire, Delivered & Set Up for Parties & Events, Ages 1-6yrs, Call 07580 769509

Greasley Parish Hall, Newthorpe, Available for Groups/Meetings etc Call 01773 760072

Big Bounce for Bouncy Castle & Inflatable Hire, Nerf Wars & Go Kart Parties, Call 0115 952 6678

Places to Go

Greasley Sports Centre, Hall Hire for Table Tennis/Football/Basketball/Street Hockey/ Netball+ Call 01773 760072

Billaboing, Bouncy Castle/Slide/ Inflatables/Rodeo Bull Hire/Soft Play, All Ages, Call 0115 846 2581

Huthwaite Leisure Centre, Hall Available for Parties & Functions, Call 01623 457130

Bouncy Castle Parties with New Creation Photography, Including Gorgeous Photo Book! Call 07889 855551

Greasley Church Hall, Moorgreen, Hall/Small Room/Kitchen Available for Groups, Celebrations & Functions, Call 07580 564227

John Godber Centre, Ogle St, Hucknall for Groups, Classes, Parties & Celebrations, Call 0115 963 9633 Little Drivers Soft Play, Stapleford, Hire the Soft Play & Football Areas, Call 0115 939 2211

CAKE CREATIONS for Creative, Unique Cakes & Cupcakes for All Occasions, Call 07768 763230 Children’s Party Hire, Ball Pools, Toys & Soft Play Party Packages, Call 07817 322195

Attenborough Nature Centre, Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, Call 0115 972 1777 Brewhouse Yard, Nottingham, Museum of Nottingham Life, Call 0115 876 1400 City of Caves, Broadmarsh Shopping Centre, Discover a Hidden World Below your Feet, Call 0115 988 1955 Clumber Park, Worksop, Woods/Parkland/ Gdns/Cycle Hire/Café, Call 01909 544917 Conkers, Nr Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Woods/Adventure/Play,Families Call 01283 216633

Summit Centre ... SO MUCH MORE THAN A LEISURE CENTRE

Rainydays Play Centres, Mansfield, Offer a Range of Packages to Suit all Budgets, Call 01623 237979 Rebecca Adlington Centre, Mansfield, Swim & Floats Parties, Sun Only, Call 0345 0000230 Red Hot World Buffet, The Cornerhouse, Entertainment, Red the Explorer & GREAT food! Call 0115 9589 899 River Maun Recreation Centre, Mansfield, Sports/Bouncy Castle/Disco/Super Slider, Call 0345 0000 233 Selston Leisure Centre, Sports/Bouncy Castle/Soft Play/Disco/Roller Skating, Call 01773 781800 The Lost City Adventure Golf, The Cornerhouse, Exciting Parties for Budding Explorers & Advenurers of All Ages!

Call 0115 985 9455 The Summit Centre, Pavilion Rd, Kirkby, Party Room for Any Party!, Call 01623 751822 Tumbletown Play Centre, Arnold, Wide Range of Parties & Party Rooms Available, for U8’s, Call 0115 967 1161 Water Meadows, Bath St, Mansfield, Leisure Pool Hire, Weekends 6-8pm, Call 0345 0000232

FREE ROOM HIRE OFFER! for all evening parties (terms and conditions apply)

Pavilion Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire NG17 7LL

Tel: 01623 751822 www.summit-centre.co.uk

Nuthall Temple Centre. Meeting Rooms for 10-100 People from only £12 per hour Call 0115 951 9717 Pleasley Landmark Centre, Pleasley, Mansfield, Parties/Functions/Events, Call 01623 819820 Ravenshead Leisure Centre, Longdale Lane, Parties/Functions/Meetings, to Book Call 01623 491522 Ravenshead Village Hall, Large Hall/Side Room/ Kitchen/Bar Avail Fri/Sat Evenings, Parties/Functions Call 01623 793028

West Park Leisure Centre, Long Eaton, Adventure/Splash Parties with Inflatables or Flume, Call 0115 946 1400

Sherwood Centre, Dunsil Rd, Mansfield Woodhouse, 2 Rooms/Kitchen/ Bar, for Parties/Meetings/Weddings Call 01623 625767

White Post Farm Centre, Farnsfield for Free Range Children’s Parties & Farmer Days, Call 01623 882977

The Pearson Centre for Young People, Beeston, Rooms & Hall Available, Call 0115 925 4112

For a free listing or to advertise call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Activities for Families & Children 5-16yrs The Lost City Adventure Golf, The Cornerhouse, for Budding Explorers & Advenurers of All Ages!

Call 0115 985 9455 The Nottingham Ghost Walk & Heroes & Villains of Nottm Tours, Call 01623 721003 The Workhouse, Southwell, Life of 19th Century Paupers, Call 01636 817260 Wheelgate Park, White Post, Farnsfield, Family Theme Park, Call 01623 882773 White Post Farm Centre, Farnsfield, Free Range Fun For all the Family!

Call 01623 882977

Bramcote Archery Club, Junior section. www.bramcotearcheryclub.com,

Wollaton Hall, Wollaton, Elizabethan Mansion, Industrial Museum & Deer Park, Call 0115 876 3100

Arts and Crafts

Beechdale Swimming Centre, Beechdale Rd, Bilborough, Call 0115 876 1600 Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd, Call 0115 917 3000 Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre, Bye pass Rd, Call 0115 917 3333 Eastwood Community Sports Centre, Mansfield Rd, Call 0115 917 3573 Edgewood Leisure Centre, Christchurch Rd, Hucknall, Call 0115 956 8790 Ellis Guilford Sports Centre, Bar lane Nottingham Call 0115 913 1759 Festival Hall Leisure Centre, Hodgkinson Rd, Kirkby in Ashfield, Call 01623 457101

DH Lawrence Birthplace Museum, Eastwood, Call 01773 717353 Durban Hse Heritage Cntr, Eastwd, Local History/Gallery/Café Call 01773 717353 Ferry Farm Country Park, Boat Lane, Hoveringham, March Thurs- Sun, From April Tues - Sun, Call 0115 966 4512 Floralands Farm Park, Catfoot Lane, Lambley, Play Equipment & Animals, Call 0115 926 8137 Galleries of Justice, High Pavement, Nottingham, Exhibitions, Audio & Actor Led Tours Call 0115 952 0555 Go Ape! Tree Top Adventure, Forest Biking & Segway, Nr Edwinstowe, 10-17yrs, Call 0843 770 3040 Great Central Railway Heritage Centre, Ruddington, Call 0115 940 5705 Greens Windmill & Science Centre, Sneinton, Working Mill, Museum & Activities, Thurs-Sun, Call 0115 915 6878 Idle Valley Nature Reserve & Rural Learning Centre, Nottm Rd, Retford, Call 01777 713 945

New Art Exchange, Hyson Green. Family Friendly Events/Activities & More, Free Entry, Call 0115 924 8630 Newark Air Museum, Winthorpe, Nr Newark, Call 01636 707 170 Newstead Abbey, Ravenshead, Historic Hse/Parkland/Gdns/Café, Call 01623 455900 Nottingham Castle, Friar Lane, Nottingham, Call 0115 876 1400; Nottingham Contemporary, Weekday Cross, Nottingham, International Art Free for Everyone, Call 0115 948 9750 Papplewick Pumping Station, Nr Ravenshead, Steamings Mini Railway/Play Area/Café, Call 0115 963 2938 Rufford Country Park,Ollerton, Gallery/ Sculptures/Gdns/Café, Call 01623 821338 Sherwood Forest Art & Craft Centre, Edwinstowe, Studios and Café, Open all Year, Call 0775 1150100 Sherwood Forest Country Park, Major Oak/Visitors Centre, Edwinstowe, Call 01623 823202

Beeston Rylands Archers, Notts Casuals Rugby Club, 13yrs+, Call 0115 922 2467

Willow Tree Family Farm, Shirebrook, Community Farm, Call 01623 747117

Leisure Centres

Creswell Crags Visitor Centre, Welbeck, Nr Worksop, Call 01909 720378

Archery

Greasley Sports & Community Centre, Dovecote Rd, Newthorpe, Call 01773 760072 Harvey Hadden Sports Complex,Wigan Rd, Bilborough, Closed for Redevelopment until 2015, Call 0115 876 1600 Hucknall Leisure Centre, Linby Rd, Hucknall. NG15 7TX Call 0115 956 8750 Huthwaite Leisure Centre, New Street, Huthwaite, Call 01623 457130 Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate St, Call 0115 917 3366 Lammas Leisure Centre, Lammas Rd, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Call 01623 511177 Manor Sport & Recreation Centre, Kingsley Way, Mansfield Woodhouse, Call 01623 425116 Nottingham Tennis Centre, University Boulevard, Call 0115 876 1600..

Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Jubilee Way South, Mansfield Call 0345 0000 231 Ravenshead Leisure Centre, Longdale Lane, Ravenshead, to Book Call 01623 491522 Rebecca Adlington Swimming Centre, Mansfield, Call 0345 0000230

Bilborough Library, Bracebridge Dr, Craft Activities & Materials, Sat 10-12noon, All Ages, Call 0115 915 5795 ChoccyCocoChic, Mansfield, Children’s & Adult’s Chocolate Parties, Workshops & Drop-in, Call 07772 842117 Creation Station Nottingham South, classes & sessions in Trowell, Sawley, Long Eaton & Beeston Call 0844 874 7489 Patchings Art Centre, Nr Calverton, Saturday Clubs in March ‘15 for 6-11yrs & 12-16yrs, Early booking essential Call 0115 965 3479 Pot Doodling, Pottery Studio, Long Eaton, Pot Painting Fun for Everyone!

Call 0115 973 3332 Pot N Kettle Paint a Pot Café, 115 High Rd, Beeston, Drop in Fun for All Ages!

Call 0115 922 8029 Selston Library, Chapel Road, Craft Club, 1st Mon Monthly 4-5pm, 4-11yrs, Call 01773 810093 Strelley Road Library, Strelley Rd, Craft Activities & Materials, Sat 10-12noon, All Ages, Call 0115 915 5788 The Faff Room, Carr Bank Stables, Mansfield, Parties/Workshop/ Courses, Sewing & Crafts, Craft shop Call 07969 681709 The Glazey Place, White Hart St, Mansfield, Paint Your Own Pot, Babies to Adults, Call 01623 620781

Astronomy Mansfield & Sutton Astronomical Society, Sherwood Observatory, Sutton-inAshfield Call 01623 552 276

Athletics Brinsley Running Group, Ideal for Beginners, Brinsley Rec Ground, Mon 6.30pm, Call 0115 917 3572 Sutton in Ashfield Harriers, Ashfield Sch, 9yrs+, Call 01623 464 347

Sherwood Forest Fun Park, In The Country Park, Edwinstowe, Call 01623 823536

River Maun Recreation Centre, Barringer Rd, Mansfield, Call 0345 0000 233

The Pearson Centre for Young People, Beeston, Athletics Mon 4.30, 5yrs-Sch Yr 6, Term Time, Call 0115 925 4112

Mansfield Museum, Leeming St, Mansfield Call 01623 463088

Sherwood Pines Forest Park, Edwinstowe, Cycle Hire/Horseriding/Walks/Events, Call 01623 822447

Selston Leisure Centre, Chapel Rd, Call 01773 781800

Badminton

Midland Railway, Butterley, Ripley, Steam Trains/Museum/Country Park, Call 01773 570140

Stonebridge City Farm, St Anns, Free Admission, Open Daily, Call 0115 950 5113

National Water Sports Centre, Holme Pierrepont, Water Sports/Country Park/ Family Activities, Call 0115 982 4707

Sundown Adventureland, Nr Retford, Theme Park for Under 10’s, Call 01777 248274

Making it! Discovery Centre, Littleworth, School Hols Only, 3yrs+ Call 01623 473297

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South Forest Leisure Complex, Clipston Rd, Edwinstowe, Call 01623 823866 The Summit Centre, Pavilion Rd, Kirkby, Sports Facilities & Meeting Rooms, Call 01623 751822 Water Meadows, Titchfield Park, Bath St, Mansfield, Call 0345 0000232

Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre, Juniors Club Sat am, 8yrs+, Call 0115 917 3333 Chilwell Olympians Junior Badminton Club, 7-18yrs, Sat am, Call 0115 928 4379 Edgewood Leisure Centre, Hucknall, Badminton & Table Tennis Availble for Hire, Call 0115 956 8790

And there’s MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts

Activities for Families & Children 5-16yrs Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate St, Badminton Smash Up! Thurs 3.30-4.30pm for 13-16yrs & Junior Badminton, 5-6pm for 7-14yrs, Call 0115 917 3366 Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, Junior Sessions Sat 9-11am, 6-16yrs, Call 0345 0000 231 Phoenixwood Junior Badminton Club, Eastwood/Hucknall, 7-18yrs, Call 07725 413551 Sunrise Junior Badminton Club, Bingham Leisure Centre, Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced, Sun am, 7yrs+ Call 0115 9312839

Basketball Chilwell Comets Basketball Club, Chilwell Olympia, 6-18yrs Call 0115 925 9413 Hucknall Junior Basketball Club, Leisure Centre, 7-18yrs, www.hjbc.org.uk Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, Junior Coaching Sat 11-12am, 6-12yrs, Call 0345 0000 231

Beavers and Cubs Nottinghamshire Scouts, Activities for Young People 6-10yrs Call 0115 952 3617

Book Clubs Chatterbook Reading Group, Sutton Library, 11-12 Sat mthly, 7-11yrs, Call 01623 556296

Conservation and Wildlife Ashplorers, RSPB Wildlife Explorers, Ashfield, Exciting Wildlife Activities for 8-12yrs,www.rspb.org.uk/groups/ ashplorers/ Notts Wildlife Trust Ashfield, Volunteers, Walks & Talks, Call 0115 958 8242

We perform 3 shows a year!

Notts Wildlife Trust, Beeston, Walks & Talks, Call 0115 958 8242 Young Falconer’s Club, Rufford Abbey Country Park, 8yrs+, Sun 10-12, Call 07709 312 881

To be performed at the Palace Theatre (Mansfield Centre)

Cookery Making it! Discovery Centre, Mansfield, Decorating Cup Cake Workshops, Call 01623 473297

Rehearsals held in Mansfield

Sushi class for parents and children in Toton. Also catering.www.japaneseideas. co.uk Call 07749 226274 The Pearson Centre for Young People, Beeston, Cookery Club, Tues 4-5pm, Term Time, Call 0115 925 4112

Cricket Attenborough Cricket Club, The Strand, Boys & Girls 9yrs+, Call 0115 922 1015

Rehearsals held in Mansfield, Kirkbyin-Ashfield, Bestwood Village or West Bridgford To be performed at the Bonington Theatre Arnold (all centres)

Awsworth Village Cricket Club, Boys & Girls, 7yrs+, Call 0115 930 7990

Crime Café, Hucknall Library, 1st Tues Monthly, 2-3pm, Call 0115 963 2035

Taster Sessions Available Rehearsals start January 2015

Selston Library, Chapel Rd, Crime Café 1st Wed Monthly 1-2pm, Call 01773 810093 Sutton in Ashfield Library, Crime Café, 2nd Wed Monthly 2-3pm, Call 01623 556296

Bowling and Skittles

New Youth Theatre

is extremely excited to announce that their next senior production will be “Guys and Dolls”.

Rehearsals will begin in January 2015 and the show will be staged at the Palace Theatre Mansfield on the 24th & 25th March 2015.

Beeston Broadgate Bowls Club, Broadgate, All Welcome, Call 0115 925 3054 Chilwell Bowls Club, Inham Nook Rec Ground, All Ages Welcome Call 0115 919 4512

Set in Damon Runyon's mythical New York City, this Broadway classic introduces us to colourful characters who have become such legends: Sarah Brown, the up-right but uptight "mission doll," out to reform the evil-doers of Times Square; Sky Masterson, the slick, high-rolling gambler who woos her on a bet and ends up falling in love; Adelaide, the nightclub performer whose chronic cold is brought on by the fact she's been engaged to the same man for 14 years; and Nathan Detroit, her devoted fiancé, desperate as always to find a spot for his infamous floating crap game. Everything works out in the end, thanks to the twists and turns of the hilarious, fast-paced musical which takes us from Times Square to Havana to the sewers of Manhattan.

Kirkby Titchfield Park Bowls Club, 7yrs+, Call 01623 550825 Mansfield Superbowl, Stockwell Gate, Family Ticket £24, Weekday Special £2.50 per Game 10-5pm term time, 10-12noon Hols, Call 01623 462000 Tenpin Nottingham, Clifton Blvd, Redfield Way, Lenton Call 0871 222 3675

Cards and Board Games Kimberley Scrabble Club, Newdigate St, Fri 7.30, All Ages, Call 0115 938 9878 West Nottm Chess Club, Bramcote Memorial Hall, 5yrs+, www. westnottinghamchess.org,

Climbing and Mountaineering Freedom Climber, Nottm Tennis Centre, Revolutionary Rock Climbing Trainer, 14yrs+ Call 0115 876 1600..

Nottingham Climbing Centre, New Basford, Kids Sessions, 5-7yrs & 7-16yrs Call 0115 998 8233

Computers The Pearson Centre for Young People, Beeston, Vid-IT, Thurs 4-5pm, Sch Yrs 1-6, Term Time Call 0115 925 4112

Beeston & Toton Sycamore Cricket Club, All Standards Welcome, www.sycamorecc. co.uk, Bramcote Cricket Club, Bramcote Park, 2 League Teams/Juniors Call 0115 923 3736 Eastwood Cricket Club, Greenhills Rd,Boys & Girls 7yrs+ www.eastwoodtown.playcricket.com,

The New Youth Theatre concept is simple. Children between the ages of 3-17 years are taught how to develop and improve their performing arts skills whilst rehearsing for a fully staged musical each term. Taster Sessions will be held in January 2015.

To join the energetic cast in this and future productions call:

01623 406284

Or visit www.newyouththeatre.co.uk/mansfield Or www.newyouththeatre.co.uk/nottingham

Four family tickets to be won to see Guys & Dolls Mansfield Palace Theatre on 24th & 25th March 2015

Kimberley Institute Cricket Club, 7yrs to Premier League, Call 0115 945 9300

For your chance to win a family ticket for 4 please answer this question;

Kirkby Portland Cricket Club, Nuncagate, Boys & Girls 7yrs+,www.kirkbyportlandcc. co.uk,

a) Frank Sinatra

Little Wickets, Under 7’s Cricket Fun & Games, Indoor & Outdoor Venues across Notts, 2.5-7yrs, Call 0115 924 8476

In the 1955 film Guys and Dolls, Nathan Detroit was played by:

b) Frank Bruno

c) Frank Skinner

Please email your answer, name, address, phone number to cathy@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk or enter online at www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts or post to Family Grapevine Nottinghamshire, 11 Chilton Drive, Watnall, Nottingham NG161HL Closing date: 22nd February 2015 To view full T&C’s please visit www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts

For a free listing or to advertise call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Activities for Families & Children 5-16yrs Dancemania, Sutton, Ballet/Tap/Street/ Hip Hop, 5yrs-Adult! Call 07427 015493 Devas Dance & Drama Classes, Ashfield Comp, Kirkby, Ballet/Tap/Disco/Street & More! 3yrs+, www.devasdance.co.uk Call 07800 50 55 35

Nottingham Dance & Fitness, Zumba, Children’s Cheerleading, Burlesque Style Dance, Call 07714 123431

Excelsior School of Dance + Musical Theatre & Gymnastics, Mansfield Woodhouse, 2.5yrs+ Call 01623 479467

Nottingham Playhouse, Intermediate Youth Theatre 11-14yrs, Thurs 4.306.30pm Call 0115 941 9419

Ghost Performing Arts Academy, Mansfield - tuition in dance, drama & music, 6yrs+ Call 01623 622018

Nottingham Swing Dance Soc, Festival Inn Trowell, 14yrs+ Call 07050 602719

Julie Shacklock School of Dancing, Sutton in Ashfield, All Styles for All Ages, Call 01623 559084

For a free listing or to advertise please call 0115 938 2910 Cricket Contd.

Notts & Arnold, Junior Cricket, Nr Bestwood/Papplewick, All Ages & Abilities,Girls/Boys, for Andrew Claye Call 07834 488663

Alexandra’s School of Dance & Theatre, Sandiacre, Ballet/Street/Tap/ Disco/Musical Theatre & More, 2yrs+ Call 07926 057 201

River Maun Recreation Centre, Mansfield, Family Kwick Cricket Monday 5:30pm Call 0345 0000 233

Bromage-Webster Sch of Dance, Ballroom/Latin, Chilwell-AdultsThur/Fri & Children 4yrs+ Sat, Kimberley-Adults Mon, Call 0115 925 6661

Cycling Erewash Valley Cycling Club, Stapleford, Sun 9.00, All Ages, Call 0115 939 7060 Explore Nottingham guided cycle rides.

All ages& abilities welcome, http://www. thebigwheel.org.uk/explorenotts Nottingham Outlaws, Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell, BMX Track & Racing Call 07985 419101 River Maun Recreation Centre, Mansfield, Spinning 12yrs+ (Height Restrictions Apply), Every day Call 0345 0000 233

Dance and Drama Acacia Centre, Annesley, Dancesurge Streetdance,Tues 4.30-5.15pm for U8’s, 5.15-6pm 8yrs+ Call 01623 721056 Acacia Centre, Annesley, Prep Ballet, Sat 10-10.30am, 5-7yrs, Call 01623 721056

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Nottingham West Music & Drama Group(NOWMADS), Kimberley Comp, Thurs, Call 0115 913 5967 Nottm Playhouse Junior Youth Theatre Wed, 9-11yrs, 4.30-6.00pm, Call 0115 941 9419

Junkshop Theatre Company, City Centre Venue, 1st Session Free, 11-19yrs, Call 07973 598643

Ogando School of Dance, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton, Classical Ballet & Jazz, Mon-Fri evenings, 3yrs-Adult, Call 01332 664 916

Katie Wright School of Dance, Kimberley Leisure Centre, Ballet/Tap/Modern/Acro/ Theatre, 2yrs+, Call 07545 339224

Razzamataz, Djanogly Academy, Sherwood Rise, Dance, Drama & Singing, 5-18yrs, Call 07402 179892

Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate St, Cheerleading, Wed 6-6.45pm 7-11yrs, Call 0115 917 3366

Razzamataz, West Notts College, Mansfield, Dance, Drama & Singing, 4-18yrs, Call 01623 636171

Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate St, Freestyle Street Dance, Thurs, 5-11yrs, 5-6pm Call 0115 917 3366

Redhead-Scott School of Dancing, Beeston, Ballet/Tap/Mod Jazz, 3yrs-Adults, Call 07453 277662

Little Groovers after school dance club, 7-9yrs, Thurs, Oak Tree Leisure Centre Call 07940 483803

River Maun Recreation Centre, Mansfield, Parent & Child Dance X, Mon 6.30pm, Call 0345 0000 233

Affinity Dance School (Bramcote) from 2yrs+. Contact us for more details or visit www.affinitydanceschool.co.uk Call 07557 901 909 AGF Performing Arts, College Street Centre, Nottm, Drama & Musical Theatre for 5-21yrs, www.agfperformingarts.co.uk Call 07979 730 710

Stapleford Cricket Club, Hickings Ln, Juniors Welcome, Call 07734 924365

New Youth Theatre, Mansfield & Kirkby, Musicals for Kids (3-16yr) Call 01623 406284

DRAMAJAM, Drama Workshops & Performances, Attenborough Village Hall, Sat am, 7yrs+ Call 0115 854 9175

Helen O’Grady Drama Academy, Classes in Notts & Derbys, 5-17yrs, Call 0845 310 0166

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Marcia Jones School of Dance, Beeston/Hucknall/Mapperley, All Ages Call 0115 922 6499

Christine March School of Dance, Kirkby, Acrobatics, Mon 5pm & Sat 11.30 5-7yrs, Mon 7pm &Tues 5pm 8-11yrs & 11yrs+ Call 07704 818065 Christine March School of Dance, Kirkby, Combo Dance, Ballet/Tap/Pop Video, Mon 4.15pm, Sat 12am, 5-7yrs Call 07704 818065 Christine March School of Dance, Kirkby, Street Dance, Boys Only, Thursday 4.30pm 3-6yrs & Thurs 5.00m 7-13yrs Call 07704 818065 Dance Doctors Studios, Long Eaton, Street Kids, 4-6yrs, Wed 4.20pm Call 0115 946 4822 Dance Doctors Studios, Long Eaton, Tap & Ballet, Beginners to Adults, Call 0115 946 4822 Dance Dynamics, Ballet Tap Jazz/ Acrobatic, Nuthall & Stapleford, 3yrs+, Call 0777 606 7902

And there’s MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts

Activities for Families & Children 5-16yrs

SPROUTS, Drama for 4-13s. Games and stories, dances and songs, leading to script work in older groups, www. sproutsdrama.co.uk Call 0115 875 8036 Stagecoach Theatre Arts School, Mansfield, 4-6 & 6-18yrs, Call 01623 642061 Stagecoach Theatre Arts, Beeston, Alderman White Sch, Chilwell, 4-18yrs, Call 0115 851 0352 Stagecoach Theatre Arts, Nottingham, Bluecoat School, Aspley, 4-18yrs, Call 01332 609076 YARD Youth Theatre, Every Tue & Wed Eve, New Art Exchange. Free Call 0115 924 8630 Young Film Makers, Royal Centre, Creative Film & Drama for 8-16yrs, Sat 10-1pm, Call 0870 383 0082

Dodgeball The Pearson Centre for Young People, Beeston, Dodgeball, Wed 4-5pm 5yrs-Sch Yr6 & 5-6pm Sch Yr7-13yrs, Term Time Call 0115 925 4112

Fencing Chilwell Blades Fencing Club, Chilwell Olympia, 10yrs+, www.chilwellblades. co.uk,

Nottingham Dance & Fitness, Fitsteps Wednesdays 6.15-7pm at St Mary’s Parish Hall, Eastwood.12yrs+ Call 07714 123431 Nottingham Dance & Fitness, Insanity Fitness Tuesdays 7.30-8.15pm at Plumtree Hall, Eastwood. 12yrs+ Call 07714 123431 Nottingham Dance & Fitness, Yoga-Pilates Tuesdays 6.15-7.15 at Plumtree Hall, Eastwood.12yrs+ Call 07714 123431 Rebecca Adlington Swimming Centre, Mansfield, Junior Gym, 12-13yrs Accomp.

14-15yrs with Instructor & 16yrs+, Call 0345 0000230

River Maun Recreation Centre, Mansfield, Pilates, Various Sessions, 14yrs+, Call 0345 0000 233 Selston Leisure Centre, Teen Active Youth Gym, Every Day, 3.15pm, 11-15yrs Call 01773 781800 The Summit Centre, Pavilion Rd, Kirkby, Zumba, Thurs 6pm, All Ages, Call 01623 751822 West Park Leisure Centre, Long Eaton, Junior Gym, Sat/Sun 10-12am, 14-16yrs, Call 0115 946 1400

Pleasley Landmark Centre, Pleasley, St Johns Badgers Mon, Cadets Wed, 6.30pm Call 01623 819820

Brazilian Soccer Schools, Coaching Sessions at Bramcote, West Bridgford & Wilford, 4-13yrs Call 0115 922 8890

Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd, Youth Gym Sessions Daily, Various Times, 1115yrs Call 0115 917 3000 Cheerobics Fitness Class with Miss B, Hucknall Leisure Centre Tues 5.15-6.15pm, 14yrs+, To Book Call 07870 553317 Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre, ARKE Fitness, Tues & Thur 7.15pm, 16yrs+, Call 0115 917 3333 Hucknall Leisure Centre with Miss B, Zumba Wed 10.30-11.30 Suitable for anyone and everyone! Call 0115 956 8750 Huthwaite Leisure Centre, Zumba Class, Mon 7.30pm, Wed 7pm, 14yrs+, Call 01623 457130

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Eastwood Community Sports Centre, On the Ball Coaching, Sat 9-1pm, 2-11yrs, Call 0115 917 3573 Greasley Sports & Comm Centre, Newthorpe, Children’s Coaching, Sat 9-11am, 4yrs+ Call 01773 760072 Greasley Sports & Community Centre, Newthorpe, MUGA Floodlit 5 a side, 3G Surface, to Book Call 01773 760072 Hucknall Warriors FC, Youth Football 7-14yrs,www.hucknallwarriors.co.uk, Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate St, Junior Football, Tues/Wed, 4-7yrs, Call 0115 917 3366 Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate St, Pre-Club Junior Coaching, Mon, 8-11yrs, Call 0115 917 3366

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Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, NEW! Stoccer Stars, Mon 5.15-6pm 6-8yrs, Call 0345 0000 231 Pegasus Youth Football Club, Stapleford, Boys & Girls 5yrs+ Call 07773 048805 Priory Celtic Football Club, Nuthall+, Boys 5yrs+, Girls 8-14, www.priorycelticfc.co.uk, Quarrydale Utd FC, Kirkby Bentinck Miners Welfare, Under7’s+,www. quarrydaleunitedfc.co.uk, Rolls Royce Leisure JFC, Hucknall, Boys & Girls 5yrs+, Call 0750 604 0684 Stapleford Villa Football Club, Boys & Girls 4-13yrs, See Website, Call 0115 877 8868 Sutton Town FC, The Fieldings, Boys 7yrs+,www.pitchero.com/clubs/ suttontown Toton United FC, Football Coaching for Boys & Girls Aged 4-11,www. totonunitedfc.co.uk, Trowell Football Club, Pitt Lane, Boys Under 8’s+,www.trowellfc.co.uk Underwood Villa FC, Bracken Park, Boys & Girls 7yrs+, Call 07782 140007

Kimberley Town Football Club, Boys & Girls 6yrs-Adults Call 07707 394453

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Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate St, Vitality Vibe Youth Gym, Daily 8-15yrs Call 0115 917 3366

Notts County Ladies DFC, Mellish Sports Centre, New Players Req’d, Futsal for U16’s-Seniors, Tues Eve & Training Wed eve @ Call 07963 820612

Lammas Leisure Centre, Active Ants, Bouncy Castle & Soft Play Fun, Mon/ Wed 12.30-2.30pm, 0-10yrs Sch. Hols, Call 01623 511177

Notts County Ladies DFC, New Players Req’d, 7-11yrs, Wed 6-8pm, Hucknall National Cof E Academy, Call 07963 820612

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Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd, Junior SwimFit for Confident Swimmers,Tues 5-6pm, 7-15yrs, Call 0115 917 3000

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Bagthorpe Athletic FC, Dixies Arms Park, Boys/Girls 8-16yrs, Call 07778 586179

Bramcote Youth Football Club, Boys & Girls 5-15yrs, Visit www.bramcotefc.org.uk

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Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd, Soccer School Thursdays 4:30 - 5:15pm 6-8 years, 5:15 - 6:00pm 9 - 13 years Call 0115 917 3000

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River Maun Recreation Centre, Mansfield, Junior Gym, Sat 9-10.30am & 2.30-4pm, 12-15yrs, Call 0345 0000 233

TSCA Swords Fencing Club, Mansfield, West Notts College Thurs, Samworth Academy Tues, 8yrs+ & 14yrs+, Call 07749 206349

St John Ambulance, County HQ, Valley Rd, Basford & Mansfield, Call 0115 978 4625

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Spritzer Dance Company, Brookhill Leys Sch, Eastwood, Street/Funk/Hip Hop, Mon 5.45pm 5-7yrs & 6.30pm 8yrs+, Call 07809 704212

Dig In Community Allotment Project, Stapleford, All Ages, Call 0794 3700 302

Golf Beeston Fields Golf Club, Wollaton Road, Juniors 8-18yrs, Call 0115 925 7062 Chilwell Manor Golf Club, Meadow Lane, Juniors & All Ages Call 0115 925 8958 Danny Bursztyn, Golf Lessons Nottingham, Trent Lock, Sat/Sun, 5yrs+ Call 078111 52698

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Leen Valley Golf Club , Wigwam Lane, Juniors +, Call 0115 964 2037

Guiding Girlguiding Notts, Exciting Fun Activities for All Girls 5yrs+ Call 0115 987 7220

Gymnastics and Trampoline Acacia Centre, Annesley, Mini Gymnastics Sat 10.30am, 3-8yrs, Advanced Sat 11.15am 9yrs+ Call 01623 721056 Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre, Bye pass Rd, Gymnastics Wed/Fri 5yrs+, Call 0115 917 3333 Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre, Trampoline, All Abilities, Mon/Thur, 5yrs+, Call 0115 917 3333 Festival Hall Leisure Centre, Kirkby, Gymnastics Fri 4pm & 5pm, 4-11yrs, Please Book, Call 01623 457101 Hucknall Leisure Centre, Linby Rd, Gymnastics, Sat 8.30-10.30am, 4-8yrs & 9yrs+ Call 0115 956 8750 Hucknall Leisure Centre, Linby Rd, Trampolining, Wed 4.15-6.15pm, 3-12yrs Call 0115 956 8750 Lammas Leisure Centre, Trampolining, Tues, 3.45pm 4-8yrs & 5.15pm 8-15yrs, Call 01623 511177 Manor Sports Centre, Mansfield Woodhouse, Trampolining, Mondays 4.15-5pm. 5-7yrs. 5-6pm 8yrs+, Call 01623 425116 Manor Sports Centre, Mansfield Woodhouse, Trampolining, Mondays 4.15-5pm. 5-7yrs. 5-6pm 8yrs+, Call 01623 425116

For a free listing or to advertise call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Activities for Families & Children 5-16yrs Gymnastics and Trampoline Contd.

Mansfield Olympic Gymnastics Club, Sessions Novice-Elite, 4yrs+, Call 01623 423 088 Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, Gymnastics Tues 4-10yrs & 11yrs+ Thurs/ Fri, 4-10yrs, Call 0345 0000 231 Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, Trampoline for Beg/New Starters/Adv, Tue & Thur, 6yrs+, Call 0345 0000 231 Selston Leisure Centre, Chapel Rd, Gymnastics Mon 5-8pm, 5yrs+, Call 01773 781800 Selston Leisure Centre, Chapel Rd, Trampolining, Tues 6.15-7.15pm, 8yrs+ Call 01773 781800 West Park Leisure Centre, Long Eaton, Trampolining, Sat 9.00 & 10.00am, 5-14yrs Call 0115 946 1400

History Archaeology and Genealogy Hucknall Library, Family History Surgery, 1st Sat Monthly, 10-12, Call 0115 963 2035 Nottinghamshire Archives, Nottm, Family & County History, Call 0115 958 1634 Rockwatch, Geology for the Young!

Magazine & Events, www.rockwatch.org. uk, Call 020 7734 5398 Young Archaeologists’ Club, Southwell, 8-16yrs, Call 01636 815394

Hockey Ashfield Aztecs Ladies Hockey Club, Training @ Goosedale Wed 7.30-9.

All abilities welcome. 07884 082 484 Call 07884 082 484, ashfieldaztecs.co.uk Beeston Hockey Club, Highfields, Boys & Girls 6yrs+,www.beestonhockeyclub.com Chilwell Titans Roller Hockey Club, Chilwell Olympia, 9-17 Call 0115 925 2123 Nottingham Hockey Club, Hockey Coaching. NHC @ Goosedale. 7-13yrs. All abilities welcome. Call 07958 810023

Horseriding Fairview Farm Riding School, Main Rd, Ravenshead, Call 01623 793549 Kirkfields Equestrian Centre, Blidworth, Call 0845 291 5806 Lower Portland Liveries Riding School, Park Lane, Kirkby in Ashfield, Call 01623 755505 Papplewick Equestrian Centre, 151 Mansfield Rd, Papplewick, Call 0115 963 6917 Selston Equestrian Centre, Hillbank Farm, Selston, Call 01773 813817

Ice Sports Lammas Leisure Cntr, Sutton, Polar Cubs & Polar Bears, Various Sessions, Ice Disco U’10s/10-14yrs/14yrs+, Call 01623 511177 National Ice Centre, The Lace Market, Nottingham, Call 0843 373 3000 Sutton Sting Ice Hockey Club, Lammas Leisure Cntr, U7’s+ Call 07852 570517

Martial Arts

Chilwell Tae Kwon Do, Chilwell Olympia, 5yrs-50! Call 07973 431457 Eastwood MicroKwons, Church St, 4-6yrs + Adult Self Defence Call 01773 763203 Eastwood Shotokan Karate Club, Eastwood Sports Centre, 5yrs+, www. dskf.co.uk Eastwood Tae Kwon Do Club, Church St, 6yrs-Adult Call 01773 763203 Eastwood TAGB TaeKwon-Do, Greasley Sports Centre, Fri 6-7pm, 8yrs+ Call 07966 242855 Edgewood Judo Club, Hucknall, Under 7’s+, Call 0115 952 1346 Hart TKD, Taekwon-Do Classes, NUSA at Bilborough 7yrs+ & Wollaton 4-6yrs & 7yrs+, Call 07858 387409 Hilltop Judokwai, RC Social Hall, Eastwood, All Ages & Abilities, Call 07590 654 351 Hucknall JuniorTae Kwon Do, Hucknall Leisure Centre, Fri 5-6pm, 4yrs+, Call 01773 873757 Indigo Kids, Karate for children/young people on the autistic spectrum by qualified instructor, Sun 2-3pm Call 0115 952 1164 Kimberley Junior Tae Kwon Do, Leisure Centre, Wed 5-6pm4yrs+, Call 01773 873757 Kimberley TAGB TaeKwon-Do, Temple Centre, Nuthall, Wed 7-8.30 & Sun 6-7pm, 8yrs+ Call 07966 242855, Kirkby Junior Tae Kwon Do, Summit Cntr & Festival Hall LC, 4-7yrs & 7Yrs+, Call 01773 831460 Kung Fu, Bells Lane Community Centre, Aspley, Wed 6.30-8.30pm, 6yrs+ Call 0115 915 7605 Lau Gar Kung-Fu, Chilwell Olympia, 6yrs+, Call 0115 849 8210 Manor Sport & Recreation Centre, Junior Karate, Tues 4.30-5.30pm, Tiger U8’s, 5.30-6.30pm 8yrs+, Fri 4.30-5.30pm All Welcome Call 01623 425116 Notts Taekwondo, Classes in Sandiacre, Chilwell, Alfreton & West Bridgford, 5yrs+ Call 0785 604 5397 Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, Dragon Freestyle Kick Boxing, Mon 4.30pm, Sat 9.30-11am, 6-12yrs, Call 0345 0000 231 Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, ITF Taekwon-Do, Sun 10am, 4-6yrs & 11am 6yrs+, Call 0345 0000 231 Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, Judo, Wed 6-8pm, 6yrs+ Call 0345 0000 231 Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, Karate, Thurs 7.30-8.30pm, 6yrs+ Call 0345 0000 231 Sutton in Ashfield PUMA Tae Kwon Do, 4yrs+, Lammas LC, Call 01623 443165 Sutton TAGB Tae Kwon Do, Lammas Leisure Centre, 5yrs+, Call 01246 851784 The Summit Centre, Kirkby, Tae Kwondo for All Ages, Tues 6pm, Call 01623 751822 Warrior Martial Arts, Classes for all Ages & Abilities, Beeston/West Bridgford, 5-17yrs & Adults Call 0115 9226 182

Aikido Shudokan Black Belt Academy, Riverside Way, West Bridgford, 4yrs+ & Adults, Call 0800 6121 136

Multi Sports & Family Activities

Chilwell Olympia Karate School, Shotokan Karate, 7yrs+, Call 07789 095467

Broxtowe Softball Club, all Ages, nottinghamsoftball@gmail.com

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Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre, Court Frenzy, Family Badminton, Squash or Table Tennis, Sat 6pm, Call 0115 917 3333

Vince Bartley, Hucknall, Piano Tuition, All Ages/Abilities Welcome Call 0115 952 4533

Kimberley Leisure Centre, Newdigate St, Multi Sport Activities, Sat 8.45-9.30am & Sun 9-9.45am, 3-6yrs, Call 0115 917 3366

Wendy’s Playful Piano - A Fun Approach for Young Children 3yrs+, 1-to-1 sessions in Beeston, Call 0115 922 1318

Manor Sports Centre, Mansfield Woodhouse, Multi Sports, School Hols Only, 8yrs+, Call 01623 425116

Netball

Monkey Mays Soft Play Centre, Mansfield, Laser 8yrs+, Reball 14yrs+, Adult & Corporate Events, Call 01623 645134

Back 2 Netball at Eastwood Community Sports Centre, Ladies of All Ages,Tues 8-9pm Call 0115 917 3572

Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield, NEW! Multi Sport Skills Session, Mon 5.15-6pm 5-8yrs, Call 0345 0000 231

Bramcote Netball Club, Bilborough College, Juniors (Year 5 and up) Fri 5-6pm term time only;Adults Tues 7-8.30 all yr, Call 07963 406883.

Quasar, Cranbrooke St, Nottingham’s largest indoor laser game centre, 7yrs+ Call 0115 958 9178

Cobra Netball Club, National Sch, Hucknall, Weds 8-9.30pm, Girls 16+ Call 07941 736829

The Summit Centre, Pavilion Rd, Kirkby, MUGA 3G Surface to Hire, Call 01623 751822

Hucknall Town Junior Netball Club, National Sch, Mon, 6yrs+, Call 07775 772256

Music Groups

Kimberley Netball Club, Greasley Sport Centre, Fri 6.30-9.30, 6-18yrs, sarah_d_ foster@hotmail.co.uk

Music for Everyone, East Mids Youth String Orchestra, www.music-foreveryone.org, Call 0115 958 9312 Music for Everyone, Vocals Singing Workshops for Primary School Children, Call 0115 958 9312 MUSIC MAKERS - exciting children’s music classes in Nottingham. Songs/games/ instruments, Call 0115 913 3627 Nottingham Youth Band, Beeston, Woodwind/Brass/Percussion, Grade2+,music-for-everyone.org, Nottingham Youth Orchestra, Young Musicians in East Midlands, Call 01636 815193 Notts Youth Jazz Orchestra for Young Musicians in Notts, www.nottsnyjo.co.uk Rockabillies, Long Eaton, Music Workshops, After Sch Choirs & Rockabillies Adult Choir! Weds 8-9.30pm, Call 0774 7013597 Rockabillies Ukulele Club, Long Eaton, 2nd Sat of mth, 3.30-4.30pm, 4-7yrs, Call 0774 7013597

Music & Singing Teachers ANW School of Music, Mansfield, Piano/ Violin/Keyboard/Singing & Theory, Call 07930 151699 Bronia Smith-Wilson B.Sc.(Hons) Piano/ keyboard, Long Eaton Call 0115 877 0709 Crazy Train Music, Nuncagate, Guitar & Amp Sales, Guitar & Drum Lessons Available, 6yrs+ Call 01623 237073 Derek Hartwell, Sutton in Ashfield, Piano/ Classical Organ, Call 01623 555360 Elaine Wilson, Annesley, Clarinet, Piano, Recorder, Music Theory. All welcome, Call 01623 403379 Lee Brookes, Chilwell, Learn to Play the Drums, Beginners-Advanced, Call 0115 877 8200 Sarah Taylor, Singing and Music Theory Teacher in Long Eaton, All Ages All Abilities, Call 0115 973 0685 Tony Topham, Kirkby, Guitar Tuition/ Exams, Qualified Teacher, All Ages All Abilities, Call 01623 455119 Tricia Moores, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, Cor Anglais, Bassoon, Recorder & Theory, In your Own Home, Call 07425 135 385

Stapleford Netball Club, Albany Junior School, Under 7’s+ Call 07940 647964 Valkyries Netball Club, Greasley Sports Cntr, Girls 12yrs+, Call 07794 407270

Orienteering Bramcote Orienteering, Bramcote Park (Summer), Nottingham Uni (Winter), Thurs 6.30, Call 07940 575758 West Notts Orienteering, Berry Hill Park, Mansfield, Tues 6.30, Call 07940 575 758

Outdoor Pursuits Nottingham Off Road Events, Fast Furious Dirty Fun in Buggies, Quads & 4x4’s, Rifles/Archery 7yrs+, Great for Parties!

Call 0115 953 9865

Photography Beeston Camera Club, Station Rd, All Welcome, www.beestoncameraclub. co.uk, Eastwood Photographic Soc, Church St (Children accompanied), Call 0115 927 8879 James Maude Camera Club, Mansfield, (Children Accompanied)www. jamesmaude.org.uk,

Rainbows and Brownies Girlguiding Notts, Exciting Fun Activities for All Girls 5yrs+ Call 0115 987 7220

Rollerskates and Skateboards Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre, Skatebase Roller Disco, Sun 1.30-3pm, All Ages, Call 0115 917 3333 Chilwell Titans Roller Hockey Club, Chilwell Olympia, 9-17 Call 0115 925 2123 Festival Hall Leisure Centre, Kirkby, Family Roller Skating, Sun 5-7pm Call 01623 457101 Hucknall Leisure Centre, Linby Rd, Family Roller Skating, Sat 7-8.30pm, All Ages, Call 0115 956 8750 Selston Leisure Centre, Family Roller Skate, Sat 5-6pm, All Ages, Call 01773 781800 Selston Leisure Centre, Roller Skating Coaching Wed 5-6pm, 5yrs+ Call 01773 781800

And there’s MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts

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www.broxtowe.gov.uk/swimschool

Rugby and Mini Rugby Ashfield Rugby Club, Boys & Girls U7’s19yrs, Call 07763 326135 Long Eaton RFC, West Park Leisure Centre, Boys & Girls U10’s - U19’s, Call 07999 494378

Sailing Attenborough Sailing Club, Attenborough Nature Reserve,7yrs+ Call 0115 922 7294 Disability Sailing Group, The Mill Adventure Base, Kings Mill Reservoir, Sutton, Sat 10-12, Call 01623 556110 SONAS, School of Navigation & Seamanship, RYA Courses Local & Online & RNLI Educ. Presentations (Free) Call 0115 939 9825 Sutton in Ashfield Sailing Club, Kings Mill Res, 7yrs+, Call 07526 109997

Scouts and Explorer Scouts Nottinghamshire Scouts, Activities for Young People 11-18yrs, Call 0115 952 3617

Squash Advance Squash Coaching, Mini 4-10yrs/ Junior 11-18yrs, Sutton & Hucknall, Call 07919 026344 Trent Vale Squash Club, Friendly Club in Beeston, All Ages & All Abilities, www. trentvale.org.uk

Swimming, Sub Aqua and Water Polo

Rebecca Adlington Swimming Centre, Mansfield, Srwimming Lessons All Ages & Abilities, Please Book, Call 0345 0000230

Beechdale Swimming Centre, Bilborough, Nottingham Swim School, Various sessions, 0-5yrs, 5-8yrs & 8yrs+ Call 0115 876 1600

Vicky’s Swim School, Village Hotel, Chilwell & Trent College, Daily Classes, 3yrs+ Call 07876 212 408

Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd, Family Swim & Lessons Various Times, Call 0115 917 3000 Bramcote Swimming Club, Bramcote Leisure Centre, 4-7yrs, Call 0115 928 7354 Divemaster Scuba, Beechdale & Ken Martin Pools, 8yrs+, Call 0115 929 0707 Dolphins Swimming Club, Hucknall Leisure Cntr, Swimmers 6yr+,www. hucknallandlinbydolphins.org.uk, Edgewood Leisure Centre, Hucknall, Ladies Only Swimming, Mon 7-8pm, Call 0115 956 8790 Edgewood Leisure Centre, Hucknall, Swimming Lessons 4m+, Call 0115 956 8790

Water Meadows, Mansfield, Beach Party Night, Fridays, 7-9pm, Call 0345 0000232 Water Meadows, Mansfield, Swimming Lessons, Call 0345 0000232 West Park Leisure Centre, Long Eaton, Fun Splash Time, Various Times Sun & School Hols, All Ages, 8yrs unaccompanied Call 0115 946 1400

RAF Air Cadets, Various Venues, Call 01480 521 51 ext 7702 The Boys Brigade, Various Venues, 5-18yrs, www.nottingham.boys-brigade.org.uk

Volleyball Mansfield Volleyball Club is Looking for Junior and Adult Members for New Club Call 07793 352618

Table Tennis

Broxtowe Walk & Talk, Walks in N & S Broxtowe, Under 14’s Accompanied Only Call 0115 917 3711

Edgewood Leisure Centre, Hucknall, Badminton & Table Tennis Availble for Hire, Call 0115 956 8790

Hucknall Junior Water Polo Club, Leisure Cntr, 7yrs+ Call 07734266404

Tennis

Kimberley Swimming Club, Kimberley Leisure Cntr, Beginners-Competitive, 3yrs+ Call 01773 771230

Uniformed Groups

Walking

Manor Sports Centre, Mansfield Woodhouse, Table Tennis Mon 5-6pm, 8yrs+, Call 01623 425116

Ilkeston & Kimberley Sub Aqua Club, Families Welcome See Website Call 0115 932 7881

Absolute Triathlon Club, Swim, Bike, Run have FUN. All Abilities, 8-14yrs & Adults, Call 0115 960 7912

West Park Leisure Centre, Long Eaton, Swimming Lessons Mon-Sat, Various times, 5m-Adult, Call 0115 946 1400

Falcon Amateur Swimming Club, Hucknall Leisure Centre, 6yrs+, Call 0115 964 0717

Hucknall Water Polo Club, Leisure Cntr, All Welcome, Call 07734 266404

Triathlon

Attenborough Tennis Club, Shady Lane, Coaching, Social Play & Holiday Clubs, 5yrs+ Call 07967 594129 Eastwood Tennis Club, Church Walk & Other Venues, 6-8yrs & 8yrs+, Call 01773 786 880 Nottingham Tennis Centre, University Boulevard, Call 0115 876 1600..

Broxtowe Ramblers, All Welcome, Please Visit our Website, Call 0115 925 9779

Long Eaton Rambling Club, always welcome new members, www. longeatonramblingclub.org.uk Call 0115 8495813 Sutton Ashfield Rambling Club, (Children accompanied), Call 01623 648879

Watersports National Water Sports Centre, Holme Pierrepont, Wide Range of Water Sports & Outdoor Pursuits Call 0115 982 4707

Yoga for Kids Yoganutz, Beeston, Hucknall, Kirkby, Sutton, Yoga for Toddlers-Teens, Call 07877 083101

For a free listing or to advertise call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Christmas Storytelling Contd. 01623 633133. www.mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre.

January

Tues 20th-Sat 24th: 7.30pm. Matthew Bourne's Edward Scissorhands at Nottingham Theatre Royal T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk

February December

Sat 6th: 11-4pm. Beanbag Music Club: Tinsel! Tree! Crackers! at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk Sat 6th-Sun 21st: Robin Hood & The Babes in the Wood at Nottingham Arts Theatre T- 0115 947 6096. www.nottinghamtheatre.co.uk Sat 6th-Sun 11th Jan: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at Nottingham Theatre Royal T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch. co.uk Sun 7th: 3.00pm. Rapunzel at Selston Parish Hall This is the story of a young girl with an overbearing mother, a Prince of a boyfriend with vertigo, and very, very badly behaved hair. T- 01773 812012.

E- bookings@selstonparishcouncil.co.uk Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company & Re:Play Theatre presents

An energetic, wigglesome, gigglesome cracker of a show at Christmas!

Tue 16 Dec - Sat 3 Jan BOX OFFICE 0115 941 9419 Nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk Family Theatre November

Thurs 6th-Sun 9th: Dinosaur Zoo at Nottingham Theatre Royal T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk Sun 9th: 3.30-4.30pm. Kinesonic at Lakeside Arts Centre 5yrs+ and families. £7 all tickets T: 0115 846 7777. www.lakesidearts.org.uk

Jack

and the Beanstalk 29th - 31st January 2015 7.15pm & Sat matinee 2.30pm

Adults £5, Concessions £4, Families £14 The Pearson Centre for Young People

2 Nuart Road, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 2NH

0115 9254112

enquiries@thepearsoncentre.org.uk

Tues 11th-Sat 15th: Jesus Christ Super Star at Mansfield Palace Theatre T- 01623633133. www.mansfield.gov. uk/palacetheatre.

Sat 15th: 7.30pm. Around the World in 80 Days at the Create Theatre Mansfield T- 01623 413363. E-Info@ createtheatre.co.uk

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Mon 17th-Tues 18th: 7.30pm. New Youth Theatre presents Hairspray at Mansfield Palace Theatre T- 01623633133. www.mansfield.gov. uk/palacetheatre.

Wed 19th-Sun 23rd: Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain at Nottingham Theatre Royal T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk Sun 23rd: 1pm & 3.30pm. THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA at Lakeside Arts Centre Suitable for 3 – 6 years and families, £7.50 all tickets. T: 0115 846 7777. www.lakesidearts.org.uk Sun 23rd: 3pm. Dick Whittington at Pleasley Landmark Centre By the Dream Team Theatre Company., £5 adult- children free (must be accompanied) Tickets from reception 01623 819820 Sat 29th-Sun 4th Jan: Sleeping Beauty at Mansfield Palace Theatre T- 01623 633133. www.mansfield.gov. uk/palacetheatre.

Tues 16th-Sat 3rd Jan: 11-4pm.

WIGGLEGIGGLE at Nottingham Playhouse T- 0 11 5 9 4 1 9 4 1 9 w w w. nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk

Fri 12th: 7pm. Faces Theatre Company Present Aladdin at Festival Hall Leisure Centre, Kirkby Adults £5 and Children £3 T-01623 457101 Sat 20th: 10-12.15pm. Christmas Storytelling at Mansfield Palace Theatre. 3-5yrs @ 10.00am – 10.45am.

5 - 8 y r s @ 11 . 1 5 a m – 1 2 . 1 5 p m .

Sat 7th: 4-6pm. A Komedy of Errors at Selston Parish Hall T- 0 1 7 7 3 8 1 2 0 1 2 . E-bookings@ selstonparishcouncil.co.uk Wed 11th- Sat 14th: WAVE at Nottingham Playhouse To book your tickets please call 0115 941 9419. It is written for an audience of teenagers and adults with severe learning disabilities, including autism.

Tickets £6 or £8 to see the play twice.

Sun 15th: 11am & 3pm. Mansfield Palace Theatre hosts the official singalonga Frozen T- 01623633133. www.mansfield.gov. uk/palacetheatre.

Sun 22nd: 2-4pm. 3 Pigs at Create Theatre, West Notts College A sty full of stories and song! T- 01623 413363. E- info@createtheatre.co.uk

Firework Displays Wed 5th Nov: 5-10pm. Erewash Bonfire and Fireworks Show, West Park, Long Eaton Tickets available from West Park Leisure Centre, Long Eaton Town Hall & Ilkeston Town Hall. Family tickets (two adults, up to three children) are £9.50, adult tickets are £3.90, 16 & under or 60+ tickets are £1.70. U5’s Free Wed 5th Nov: 5.30-10.30pm. FREE Bonfire Night celebrations at the Forest Recreation Ground

Win!

A family ticket to Sleeping Beauty at Nottingham Playhouse Join us as we tell the magical tale of Sleeping Beauty, a princess cursed by a wickedly evil witch. Will a handsome young prince be able to save our beautiful princess and help her live happily ever after?

It features everything you have come to love about Nottingham Playhouse pantomimes, such as dazzling costumes, stunning sets, mischievous fun and thrilling musical numbers that will excite the whole family.

To be in with a chance of winning this prize, simply answer the following question: What sent Sleeping Beauty to sleep for 100 years?

For more information, visit www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk Please email your answer, name, address, and phone number to cathy@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk or enter online at www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts or /east-south-notts or post to Family Grapevine Nottinghamshire, 11 Chilton Drive, Nottingham NG16 1HL Closing date: 19 December 2014 TERMS & CONDITIONS: Family ticket is only available for Tuesday to Thursday performances from 6 – 8 January and 13 – 15 January and is for four people maximum, with a maximum of two of those being adults.

To view full T&C’s please visit one of our Family Grapevine websites

Light Up A Life Remember someone special this Christmas Dedicate a light on our Christmas Tree in their memory Nottinghamshire Hospice invites you to sponsor a light and remember the lives and memories somebody special to you.

To find out more about how to dedicate a light please visit our website at www.nottshospice.org/Lightupalife and fill out our form or call 0115 9101008 (option 3)

With thanks to our Christmas Tree sponsors

Nottinghamshire Hospice Registered Charity No: 509759

Wed 5th Nov: 5.45-8pm. Firework Extravaganza with Magic & Miracle Fireworks at John Clifford School, Beeston Fireworks start at 7:15 pm. £3.50 per adult. £2.50 per child. Under 3’s free.

Barbecue, refreshments, fairground rides, glowsticks & lots more fun Fri 7th Nov: 6-9.30pm. Fireworks spectacular! at College House Junior School, Chilwell Fantastic fireworks display set to music. Hot food, refreshments & light up toys for sale. Come and join us for this family-friendly fireworks event.

Adults £3.50, children £2.50, under 5’s free – pay on the gate. Tel/text 07760 237 485.

Sat 8th Nov: 10am-9pm. Superhero’s vs Monsters Bonfire and Firework Festival at Twinlakes Family Theme Park PREBOOK ONLY. FREE CARPARK. www.Twinlakespark.co.uk/store.

Sat 8th Nov: 6.30-10.30pm. My Sight Nottinghamshire Charity Fire Walk and Fireworks Spectacular 2014 at Nottingham Castle Why not dare yourself to hot foot it over hot coals in aid of local charity.

My Sight Nottinghamshire, (formerly NRSB), is looking for intrepid soles who don’t mind getting a bit hot underfoot to raise vital funds for Nottinghamshire’s blind and partially sighted people.

Spectator tickets are priced at - Adults £10 / Concessions £7 / Children £4.

T- 08444 775678 Wed 31st Dec: 7pm. New Year's Eve Fireworks at Nottingham Castle FREE. T- 08444 775678

Where’s Santa?

Sat 15th Nov –Tues 23rd Dec: 11-4pm.

Santa’s Grotto at Rufford Abbey 15 November - 21 December 2014 (weekends only), and 22 - 23 December. £5 per child including small gift, accompanying adults free. T: 08449 80 80 80. £3 car parking charge Sat 22nd Nov-Sun 4th Jan: 10-5pm.

Christmas at Wheelgate Park Come and see Santa* in our NEW extended Magical Fairy tale grotto and choose a FREE gift from his workshop.

(Included in full admission). T- 01623 882773. www.wheelgatepark.com Sat 29th Nov-Sun 21st Dec: 114pm. St Nicholas’ Yuletide Grotto at Sherwood Forest Country Park £5 per child including small gift. St Nicholas will be in his medieval-style grotto each weekend until Sunday 21 December. T- 01623 823 202.

Sat 6th-Sun 28th Dec: 11-3pm.

Santa's 'Frozen' Themed Grotto at Oceans of Fun, Hucknall Every Saturday and Sunday in December. T-0115 963 3961. www. oceansoffun.co.uk Sat 6th-Sun 7th & Sat 13th-Sun 14th Dec: 11-4pm. Crags Christmas at Creswell Crags Visitor Centre.

Tickets cost £4 and include a gift. Join Santa in his cosy Ice Age Grotto. His elves will be on hand with plenty of glue and glitter to make Christmas cards and decorations to take home. www. creswell-crags.org.uk Sat 13th-Sun 14th & Sat 20-Sun 21st Dec: 11-2pm. Santa in the Bastion at Nottingham Castle £3 per child. Come and meet Santa in the Castle’s beautiful Bastion. Normal

Admission Applies on 20th and 21st.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. T- 0115 8761400 Tues 16th & Thurs 18th Dec: 111pm. Snack Time with Santa at Jungletastic, Nuthall £6.50 per child. T-0115 975 1113.

E-info@jungletastic.com Wed 17th; Mon 22nd-Tues 23rd Dec: 9.30-11.30am. Breakfast with Santa at Oceans of Fun, Hucknall T-0115 963 3961. www.oceansoffun.co.uk

Christmas Fairs Fri 7th-Sun 9th Nov: 10-4pm. Festive Food and Craft Fair at the Making It Discovery Centre, Mansfield Festive Food and Craft Fair- made up of over 40 exciting stalls. T- 01623 473297/473200 Sat 8th-Sun 9th Nov: 10-5pm. Winter Gift Market at Rufford Abbey Browse for that special Christmas gift or just treat yourself! £3 car parking. T: 08449 80 80 80.

Sat 15th-Sun 16th Nov: 10-5pm.

Lustre at Lakeside Arts Centre One of the highest quality selling craft events in the UK. Admission: £5, State Pensioners: £4 Under 16s: Free. T: 0115 846 7777. www.lakesidearts.org.uk Sat 29th Nov: 10-12pm. Christmas Fair at Trinity Church, Long Eaton Many stalls including Forever Living Aloe Vera Health Products Sat 29th Nov: 10-2pm. Christmas Fair at Toddlers’ University Day Nursery, Beeston Raffle, tombola, food, Santa's grotto, craft activities proceeds to QMC Children's ward. Free entry. T- 0115 967 8602

Wed 3rd Dec: 5-9pm. Christmas Fair and Market at the John Godber Centre, Hucknall J e w e l l e r y, c r a f t s , t o y s , b o o k s , charity stalls and much more. www. johngodbercentre.co.uk Sat 6th-Sun 7th Dec: 10-3.30pm. Craft Weekend at Attenborough Nature Reserve Meet local artists as they demonstrate and sell their crafts. 0115 972 1777 Sat 6th Dec: 10-12pm. Christmas Fair at Huthwaite Leisure Centre Crafts, cakes, face painting, stalls, Visiting Santa, refreshments, free entry, £5 for a table T-01623 457130 Sat 6th-Sun 7th Dec: 11-3.30pm.

Yuletide Wollaton- Tudor Christmas at Wollaton Hall Christmas Craft Fair- Experience a true Tudor Christmas- Car parking charges apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. T: 0115 915 3900. E: wollaton@ncmg.org.uk Sat 6th Dec: 11-3pm. Christmas Fair at The Acacia Centre, Annesley Woodhouse Free entry fun, games, stall, Santa's Grotto.T-01623 721056

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Win a family ticket for four!

For a great family day out at

The Lost City Adventure Golf For your chance to win a family ticket for 4 please answer the following question.

What is the name of The Lost City’s mascot...

a. Indie

b. Ollie

or

c. Fred?

Please email your answer, name, address and phone number to cathy@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk or enter online at www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts or /east-south-notts or post to Family Grapevine Nottinghamshire, 11 Chilton Drive, Watnall, Nottingham NG16 1HL Closing date: 31st January 2015 To view full T&C’s please visit one of our websites above This competition is being run in both Winter ‘15 editions of the Family Grapevine Notts

Sat 13th-Sun 14th Dec: 11-3pm.

Christmas- I’ll Be Home for Christmas at Nottingham Castle Visit our craft fair, enjoy the sounds of the brass bands and take a tour of the Castle caves (charge applies). Free entry to castle and craft fair. T- 0115 8761400 Mon 15th Dec: 1-3pm. Christmas Fair at Kimberley Pre-school Playgroup Santa's Grotto, Christmas performance by the children, stalls, tombola, raffle, Free entry for more details call 0115 938 9205

Regular Venues D.H. Lawrence Heritage Centre, Eastwood

T- 0 1 7 7 3 7 1 7 3 5 3 . w w w. dhlawrenceheritage.org Sat 15th Nov: 10-4pm. Open Day With taster tours of the Birthplace Museum throughout the day. FREE (donations welcome).

Sat 15th Nov: 1-3pm. Blue Line Trail Guided Walk The Blue Line Trail features many of the places in Eastwood associated with D.H. Lawrence's early life including four of the Lawrence family homes. Meet at the D.H. Lawrence Heritage Centre.

FREE (donations welcome)

Mansfield Library

T-01623 651 337. mansfield.library@ nottscc.gov.uk Sat 8th-Sun 14th Dec: Future Fields Exhibition Inspired by the theme of poppy meadows and the WW1 commemorations; Future Fields features artwork created by local families in our libraries. Families worked alongside artists from Rufford Craft Centre’s Associate Artists team, to develop the artworks.

Tues 16th Dec: 2-4pm. A Tudor Christmas Find out how our Tudor ancestors celebrated the great winter feast, recreated in fascinating detail by living history expert Samantha Glasswell.

Booking advised. Free

Sat 6th Dec: 2-4pm. Christmas Fair at Bramcote CofE Primary School Come and see Santa in his grotto.

Christmas themed craft stalls, games. raffle and refreshments. Adults - £1, over 11's - 50p, U11’s - free"

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Sat 13th Dec: 11-3pm. Christmas Fair at Erewash Museum Come and see Santa and his helpers in Santa's magical Grotto. Booking Essential £1.50 per child to see Santa.

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Sat 7th Feb: 2pm. Johnny and the Raindrops A music gig especially for children up to age 7! Booking advised. FREE Sat 14th Feb: 10-1pm. Sensational Science Week: Family Astronomy Workshops Learn to locate major stars, constellations, planets and galaxies, 7yrs+ accompanied. Booking advised

Mon 16th Feb: 2-3pm. Sensational Science Week: Mad Science Live!

Part of our Sensational Science themed week in libraries. 5 yrs+ and their families. Booking strongly advised Thurs 19th Feb: 11am. UP (U) Enjoy our half-term screening of this fabulous animated adventure. Prebooking available. £2 Sat 21st Feb: 11am. The Mouthy Poets on Tour Chunky slices of poetry, drama and lots of energy! 12 - 19 year olds. Booking advised

Attenborough Nature Reserve

T- 0115 972 1777 Wed 5th Nov: 10.30-2.30pm. Wild Tots - The Big Sleep Parent and toddler session for 2 to 4 year olds. £4 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10.30am - 12noon and 1.00pm - 2.30pm. Please book in advance.

Sat 8th Nov: 1.30-3.30pm. Wild Kids - Ready for Bed Join us as we explore the Reserve to find out about our amazing wildlife.

4yrs and over. All children must be accompanied by an adult. 1.30 3.30pm, £4 per child.

Wed 3rd Dec: 10.30-2.30pm. Wild Tots – Stickman Parent and toddler session for 2 to 4 year olds. £4 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10.30am - 12noon and 1.00pm - 2.30pm. Please book in advance.

Sat 6th Dec: 10-12pm. Christmas Wreaths Make a wreath out of natural materials. £10 per adult, including a mince pie.

Please book in advance.

Sat 6th Dec: 1.30-3.30pm. Wild Kids - Festive Fun Make some natural Christmas decorations. 4yrs+ All children must be accompanied. £4 per child.

Sherwood Forest Country Park

T- 01623 823202 £3 car parking charge Sat 8th Nov: 10-12. Bird Walk Join the Rangers and RSPB Conservation Officer Carl Cornish as you go in search of our year round resident feathered friends and those winter visitors newly arrived from Scandinavia. Please pre–book. Adults £3, children £1.50

Sat 29th Nov & Sat 6th Dec: 103.30pm. Christmas Angels £15 per person/Christmas angel Join us today for a willow weaving workshop to make a Christmas Angel.10 places available. Pre-booking is essential.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 10am - 12pm or 1:30pm 3:30pm.

Sat 29th -Sun 4th Jan: 11-3pm.

Yuletide Treasure Trail Enjoy some of the forest’s midwinter magic on this self-guided weekend trail around the Major Oak complete the clues! £1 Weekends only.

Sun 30th: 11am. St Nicholas Arrives This event involves some stunt fighting which may be worrying for younger children unless it is explained to them.

Sun 30th: 12-3pm. Dog Grotto No we haven’t gone barking mad! Treat your canine companions to their very own visit to Santa Paws! A small charge includes a gift for each dog Fri 5th-Sun 7th Dec: 11-4pm.

Sherwood Memories Exhibition A chance to see some of the treasured Sherwood memories we have been sent by visitors to mark this very special anniversary year – Free.

Fri 5th-Sun 7th Dec: 6-8pm. Sparkling Sherwood Take a walk through the illuminated forest – Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance. Timed Tickets - 5 and 6 December: 6pm, 7pm, 8pm; 7 December: 5pm, 6pm, 7pm. £2.50 per person Sat 6th & Sat 13th Dec: 7.30pm. An Evening of Medieval Dining Traditional hog roasting, music and ceilidh dancing at the home of Robin Hood. Dinner £25 adults, £13 children Sun 7th Dec: 11.30-4pm. Tree Dressing Day Join in the ancient custom of Tree Dressing in one of England’s most famous forests.

Sun 7th Dec: 2-4pm. Steel Pantastic U3A Worksop based ‘Steel Pantastic’ steel pan band bring a whole new dimension to traditional Christmas carols and music.

Sat 13th-Sun 14th Dec: 11-4pm.

Christmas Wreath Workshop Make your own, using natural materials such as evergreens, holly, ivy and pine cones from Sherwood Forest. Please book in advance.11am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm. £10 per wreath

Ferry Farm Park & Restaurant

www.ferryfarm.co.uk 0115 9664512

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Sun 14th Dec: 11.30-1pm. Christmas Clowning Learn a few new party tricks to impress your relatives this Christmas at our circus skills workshop.

Sun 14th Dec: 4.30-5.30pm. Midwinter Lantern Walk Wrap up warm and bring a lantern or torch to light your way on this midwinter walk through the ancient oaks. Who knows who you might find under the ‘Tree Dressing’ oak! Pre-booking is essential.

Wed 24th Dec: 11-12.30pm. Christmas Eve Walk Enjoy a gentle stroll with a ranger through the ancient glades of Sherwood, looking for winter wildlife and discovering more about this legendary forest. Pre-booking essential. Adults £3, children £1.50 Thurs 26th Dec: 11.30-1pm. Boxing Day Revival Walk Booking is recommended or simply turn up and pay on the day. Adults £3, children £1.50

I d l e Va l l e y N a t u r e Reserve T- 01777 713 945 Sun 9th Nov: 10.30am-12pm. Idle Valley Wild Kids This month we will be learning about hibernating animals. 5yrs+ All children must be accompanied by an adult. £3 per child. Booking essential.

Sun 16th Nov: 9.30-11.30am. Idle Valley Bird Walk Free. Donation welcome. Please bring your binoculars.

Sun 7th Dec: 3.30 pm. Children’s Christmas Lecture This fun science and wildlife lecture will be interactive and experimental and teach you all about light in nature. £3 per ticket or £10 for a family ticket.

Sun 14th Dec: 10.30-12pm. Idle Valley Wild Kids Make natural and seasonal decorations.

5yrs+, must be accompanied by an adult. £3 per child. Booking essential.

Wed 10th Dec: 6.30pm. Christmas Lecture Night Two inspiring lectures, mulled wine, mince pies and a prize draw! £3

Rufford Abbey

T: 08449 80 80 80. £3 car parking Sat 15th-Sun 16th Nov: 11-4pm.

Christmas Paint a Pot Great presents and good fun at the same time. £4 per mug, up to 6 mugs per family.

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Celebrate Christmas 2014 at

D.H. Lawrence Heritage

FAIRY GROTTO Tuesday 25th November

6.00pm- 8.00pm

Meet the beautiful Fairy in her Magic Grotto at the Birthplace Museum and make a special Christmas wish.

Only £4.00 per child, which includes a special fairy bauble, goody bag and Christmas wish.

Christmas Mail Box

Saturday 15th November until Sunday 14th December 10.00am – 4.00pm, Tuesday-Sunday

Post your letter to Father Christmas, we will deliver it directly to the North Pole and you’ll get a special letter back!

A Victorian Christmas

Tuesday 2nd December until Sunday 21st December 11.00am – 2.30pm, Tuesday to Sunday

Come and see the Birthplace Museum trimmed up for a traditional Victorian Christmas.

Admission charges apply.

D.H. Lawrence Heritage, D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum 8a Victoria Street, Eastwood, Notts NG16 3AW T: 01773 717 353 www.dhlawrenceheritage.org e:culture@broxtowe.go.uk www.facebook.com/dhlawrenceheritage

Sat 15th Nov-Wed 24th Dec: 10.304.30pm. Santa’s Christmas Trail £1. As Santa and his elves came through the park they lost all their decorations.

Follow the trail and discover their location & collect a sweet reward from the Outdoor Living Shop Tues 17th Feb: 10-12pm. Brilliant Bird Boxes Join the rangers at half term to celebrating national bird box week by making your own brilliant bird box or funky pine cone feeder to take home. £5 per bird box / £1 per feeder

Sherwood Pines

Tues 23rd-Sat 3rd Jan: 11-3pm. A Very Merry Newstead Explore Newstead Abbey and follow a trail around the gardens to find the Christmas decorations. Children must be accompanied by an adult. £1

Other Events November Wed 5th: 5-6pm. Bonfire Night Activities at Treetops Vicar Water Day Nursery Firework printing, crafts, refreshments, free entry. T- 01623 660555

T-01623 821459, email karina. thornton@forestry.gov.uk; www. forestry.gov.uk/sherwoodpines.

Booking is essential for all the activities below.

Fri 28th Nov: 7-10pm. Star Gazing An evening exploring the night sky using telescopes and star maps. 8yrs+ £5

Thurs 6th: 4-5pm. Loom Band Workshop at Mansfield Woodhouse Library Come and join us for some loom band fun, bring your own board, we will supply the bands. Free. T-01623 621 781. Ewoodhouse.library@nottscc.gov.uk

Fri 12th Dec: 5-10pm. Astronomy in the Forest Join us for an evening of astronomy in the forest - perfect for beginners and people who want to learn more. . Adults and children over 12. £15.

Fri 7th-Sat 8th: Christine March School of Dance Present Dance Obsession at Mansfield Palace Theatre Frid.Nov.7th 7pm & Sat.Nov.8th 2 pm. All tickets £7 50, available 07704818065/07809776276

Newstead Abbey

T: 01623 455 900 Car parking £6 per vehicle.

Sat 29th-Sun 30th Nov & Sat 6th-Sun 7th Dec: 11-4pm. Abbey Christmas Experience the magic of a truly traditional Christmas. Seasonal crafts in the cloisters. £5 per adult and £2 per child. Children must be accompanied Fri 5th Dec: 2-7pm. Abbey ChristmasFriday evening Experience the magic of a truly traditional Christmas. £5 per adult and £2 per child.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. FREE car parking

Sat 15th: 10-1pm. Open Day at Lammas School For 8-14 years. www.lammas-school. co.uk. T-01623 516879

For new events please visit our website or like and follow us on facebook @ FamilyGrapevineNotts

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Sat 20th: 10-12pm. 2nd Hucknall Parish Scouts: COFFEE MORNING / OPEN VISIT Would your child like to join us? All boys and girls from 6yrs to 18yrs welcome.

For further information contact Ken Marshall on 07952688042.

Sat 20th: 11-5pm. Winter Solstice at the Erewash Museum Admission is free. £1.50 to take part in activities. Workshops for all the family creating Christmas decorations, which can be added to the museum gardens.

Workshops take place between 11am3:30pm. A nature inspired installation of light from 4pm-5pm. T- 0115 9071141 or find us on facebook.com/ erewashmuseum Mon 17th: 8pm. Operation Orphan Fashion Show at The Village Hotel, Chilwell Fashion show, clothes swapping experience, style advice, fashion tips, bargain boutique, make-up tips and more. Tickets are £5 and available by visiting our Facebook events page, or www.operation-orphan.org, or email info@operation-orphan.org.

Thurs 20th-Sun 4th Jan: Nottingham Winter Wonderland (Christmas Lights Switch-On: 21 Nov) in the Old Market Square Thurs 20th-Sat 22nd 6-10pm.

Chestnut Fair Long Eaton Long Eaton once again welcomes its annual Chestnut Fair this month, when the town centre will come alive to the sights and sounds of the traditional street funfair.

Sat 22nd: 10-5pm. See Paddington Bear™ at Wheelgate Park This is a free event included in the admission charge to Robin Hoods Wheelgate Park. T- 01623 882773. www.wheelgatepark.com Thurs 27th: 5.30-8.30pm. Long Eaton Christmas Light Switch On T- 0115 9072244 ext. 3036. E-helena. richardson@erewash.gov.uk Fri 28th: 10-5pm. Small Space Day with Q Pootle 5 at the National Space Centre Small Space Days are the new Toddler events at the National Space Centre for our littlest Astronauts to enjoy. T-0845 605 2001. www.spacecentre.co.uk Fri 28th: 5.30-8.30pm. Ilkeston Christmas Lights Switch On T- 0115 9072244 ext. 3036. E-helena. richardson@erewash.gov.uk Fri 28th: 5.30-8.30pm. Dickensian Christmas at Erewash Museum As part of the Ilkeston Christmas Lights Switch On, enjoy traditional Carol Singers, Reindeer and the terrible Mr Scrooge. Free. T- 0115 9071141 or find us on facebook.com/erewashmuseum Fri 28th: 8-10pm. Steampunks 'v' Zombies at the National Space Centre Steampunks 'v' Zombies is an evening of family fun with NERF guns, zombies, cryptic clues and attempts at blatant self-preservation. Bring your guns along and enough ammunition to survive the apocalypse. Suitable for families and children. T-0845 605 2001. www. spacecentre.co.uk

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Sat 29th, Sat 24th Jan & Sat 21st Feb: 6.45pm. Sherwood Observatory Open Evening Entrance £5.00 adults / £1.00 under 16s. (Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult). No advance booking.

E-events@sherwood-observatory.org. uk. www.solarius.net.

Sun 30th: 7.30pm. Nottingham Youth Orchestra Concert at the Albert Hall, Nottingham Nottingham Youth Orchestra opens its new season with an exciting programme of music. Box Office: 0781 463 7571 / 01636 830930 Email: administrator@ nottinghamyouthorchestra.org

December

Clip Clop Pony Rides Christmas Visits Invite Frozen's inspired Queen Elsa and Princess Anna or our Elves to deliver a present from Santa. We will arrive with a magical Unicorn to meet and sit on for photos. Visits are 20 minutes and include a present from Clip Clop Pony Rides.

Prices are £40 per visit, any additional children £10 per child and they will also receive a present. Areas that we are visiting are: 17th December -Bulwell, Aspley, Kimberley. 18th DecemberWollaton and surrounding areas. 21st December - Mansfield, Skegby and surrounding areas. 22nd December -Hucknall. 23rd December Arnold and Mapperley. Last day to book is 12th December 2014. T- Debbie on 07985 430176 Thurs 4th: 7.30pm. Christmas Concert with Richard Durrant at St. Helen's Parish Church Hall, Stapleford Richard Durrant’s Christmas Concerts have a magic all of their own, with a repertoire of early music, Christian, pagan and folk traditions as well as many wonderfully distinctive Durrant originals. ‘Box Office: 0115 9391818.

Email: staplefordtc@yahoo.co.uk Fri 12th: 4-6pm. 'Frozen' Christmas Party at Jungletastic £8.50 per child. T-0115 975 1113.

E-info@jungletastic.com Sat 13th: 12-1pm. New Youth Theatre Taster Session for “Wizard of Oz Jnr” at St Johns Old School Centre, Mansfield To book call 01623 406284 Mon 15th: 4-6pm. "Frozen" Christmas Party at Oceans of Fun Children's Play Centre T-0115 963 3961. www.oceansoffun. co.uk

S a t 2 0 t h - Tu e s 2 3 r d : 11 - 4 p m .

Spacemas at the National Space Centre Discover the Science of Santa; how does he manage to deliver all those gifts in just one night? How does he travel so far and so fast? And, how does he pack all your presents into just one sack? We know all the answers and we are happy to share them with you. T-0845 605 2001, www.spacecentre.co.uk Sat 20th & Mon 22nd: 7pm. Family Carol Concert at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall Bring the whole family to enjoy Christmas music at these ever popular, child-friendly concerts. T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk Sat 27th-Sun 28th: 11-5pm. Beam Engines in Steam at Papplewick Pumping Station Adult £6.00, Senior/student £4.00, Children (5-16) £3.00. Family (2+2) £16.00. For more details telephone: 0115 963 2938.

January

Sat 10th: 10-12pm. Dagfa School Open Morning Why not come for a visit? Call the office on 0115 913 8330, we look forward to seeing you!

Sat 17th-Sun 18th: British Synchronized Skating Championships at the National Ice Centre/Capital FM Arena More than 50 teams from around the UK will compete. Tickets £7. Concessions and groups of 12 people or more are priced at £5.50. www.capitalfmarena. com/online/syncro2015. T- 0843 373 3000 Tues 20th-Wed 21st: 7.30pm. The Strictly Come Dancing Live UK Tour at the Capital FM Arena T- 0843 373 3000. www.capitalfmarena. com Sat 24th: 9-1pm. Senior School 11+ examination and Mon 26th: 9-4pm. Junior School Entrance Assessments at Nottingham High School Boys only. Call Admissions on 0115 845 2232 to apply or for further details – see website www.nottinghamhigh.co.uk Sat 31st: 9.30-12pm. Open Morning at The Elms Nursery & Junior School, Long Eaton The Elms is the independent Junior School and Nursery to Trent College, Long Eaton. We look forward to meeting you soon. Admissions Manager: Mrs Robinson, 0115 849 4940,

elmsadmissions@trentcollege.net Sat 31st: 11-3pm. Heritage Open Day Erewash Museum Free event for all the family. T- 0115 9071141 or find us on facebook.com/ erewashmuseum Sat 31st: 7pm. Nottingham Philharmonic Orchestra Family Concert at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall "Come fly with us!" Guest Presenter Ken Bruce - BBC Radio 2. All manner of birds, insects, planes, aliens & superheroes will be flying around to entertain you. T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk

February

Mon 2nd-Fri 6th: 9-4pm. Infant School Entrance assessments at Nottingham High School For boys and girls. Call Admissions on 0115 845 2232 to apply or for further details – see website www. nottinghamhigh.co.uk Fri 6th-Mon 8th: 7.30pm. Moscow City Ballet at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch. co.uk Sat 7th: 10-1pm. Table Top Sale at the Early Years Playgroup, Stapleford Bake sale Teas & Coffees. 50p entry & £5 for a table. T-07939 852907 Fri 13th: 11-3pm. Food Market and Craft Fair at the John Godber Centre, Hucknall www.johngodbercentre.co.uk Sun 15th: 7.15pm. Marcia Jones School of Dance Present Step by Step at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall Prepare for a musical extravaganza featuring potential stars of the future.

T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk Fri 27th-Sat 28th: 7.30pm. Devas Dance School Annual show at Mansfield Palace Theatre £8 and £8.50.To book please call 01623 633133

Holiday Camps & Clubs 16th-20th Feb: 8.30-3.30pm YMCA February Camp 2015 at Eastwood Community Sports Centre £ 1 4 . 7 5 p e r d a y. 5 - 1 4 y e a r s . ymcadaycamps@nottsymca.org.

T-0115 711 7006 16th-20th Feb: 8.30-3.30pm. YMCA February Camp 2015 at Aspley Youth and Community Centre £ 1 4 . 7 5 p e r d a y. 5 - 1 4 y e a r s . ymcadaycamps@nottsymca.org.

T-0115 711 7006

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