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February - May 2016 FEBRUARY 2016 Half Term Week 13,14 BRIGHTON SCIENCE FESTIVAL: BRIGHT SPARKS DAYS. Hove Park Upper School, Nevill Rd, Hove BN3 7BN. 10am-5pm. Fantastic science activities for the whole family, with hands-on demos and live experiments. Hang out with a boa constrictor, build a robot, knit with DNA, make marvellous medicine, build a brain, experience G-Force in the Spaceball, investigate a crime scene and much, much more. Challenge your perceptions about science. Just roll up your sleeves and get stuck in! Ages 7-14. £6 per day, family (2+2) £21, under 7s FREE. Very popular - book in advance: brightonscience.com
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FOOTBALL CAMPS For boys & girls aged 4-12 All abilities
Tuesday 29 March - Friday 1 April 12.30pm / 1pm (Main) AT THE UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON SPORTS CENTRE, Denton Road, Eastbourne BN20 7SR
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GYM CAMP For boys & girls aged 4-9 All abilities
Tuesday 29 March - Friday 1 April 9.30am-12.30pm Enterprise Centre 01323 646329 cobievetcare.co.uk
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Spring art & craft activities in the barn, a wild winter adventure exploring the woods, followed by warming hot chocolate. Ages 5-11. Booking essential: adult £3.50, child £7.
Art & craft fun in the barn and outdoor Springtime scavenger hunt. Ages 5-11. No need to book. Suggested donation £3.
Explore the world of mini beasts. Build a giant sculpture in the woods and make a super bug model to take home. Ages 6-11. Booking essential: child £21.
Games & fun activities exploring the woods. Make something using tools & natural resources. Campfire & hot chocolate. Ages 5-11. Booking essential: adult £3.50, child £7.
Learn survival skills: light a fire, make a hot drink and use tools. Explore the woods and discover the animals that live there. Ages 6-11. Booking essential: child £21.
01273 497561
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Rain or shine - come & enjoy an action-packed visit with a whole range of activities: Let the children leap into Froggies the massive Indoor Soft Play Area, stroll around the Children’s Farm have buckets of fun in the Sandpit fly down the Demon Drop Slide or bounce around on the Jumping Pillows These are only a few of our attractions, there’s plenty to do for all ages For opening times & prices visit our website: www.knockhatch.com You’ll find us just off the A22 west of Hailsham
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University of Brighton Sports Centre, Astro Turf/Sports Hall, Denton Road, Eastbourne BN20 7SR. Sat 9.15-10.15am. Rising to 5 yrs - 12yrs (Year 7)
Amazing Animal Adventure Parties We bring the animals to you For a party to remember call 07859 076 856 www.amazinganimaladventures.co.uk
FEBRUARY 2016 Half Term Week 13-20 CUSTOM CLOTHES FROM YOUR KID’S OWN DESIGN! Mini Madam & Mini Gent, Green Street. 10am-3pm. Your child can draw their own designs on fabric with dye pens, to be made up into a bespoke item of clothing. (Pay a deposit on the day). 01323 725041 for more info. 13-21 WILD ABOUT WILDLIFE WEEK. Spring Barn Farm, Kingston Road, Lewes. 10am-4.30pm. Make a bird feeder and an owl mask. Plus: Hedgehog Trail around the farm, feed the pigs, meet the animals, indoor & outdoor play areas. £7.50pp, family £7pp. springbarnfarm.com 15
CONFIDENT READING READING - WRITING - SPELLING One to one private tuition with fully qualified teacher. Full assessment given. All ages welcome. Old Town area & beyond.
01323 645416 www.lindahardman.co.uk
MARVELLOUS IMAGINARY MENAGERIE. De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill. 11am. Half term family circus - a fantastical world of circus and carnival. £10.50pp. Family ticket (for four) £35. 01424 229111 dlwp.com
15,16 BIKEABILITY CYCLING COURSES. E/bourne Sports Park, &18 Bikeability Level 1: Monday 10am-12pm, £7.50. Level 2: Monday & Tuesday 10am-3pm both days, £15. Level 3: Monday & Tuesday am or pm, £20. Whizzability (ages 2-5): Thursday 1.30-3.30pm. Book: cycletraining@eastsussex.gov.uk 01273 482490
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FEBRUARY 2016 Half Term Week 15-21 HANDS-ON HALF TERM - Part of Brighton Science Festival. Various Brighton venues. Interactive workshops and shows including: Crime Scene Investigation, Animation, Frankenstein Mystery to solve, Bubbleology, Robotics, Sweet Making, Art Lab, Jaws ‘n’ Claws and a Minecraft Dinosaur Dig. Book: brightonscience.com 16
BLAST SCIENCE PRESENTS: STAR FORCE. Family Science Show. Otherplace at The Basement, Kensington Street, Brighton. Four shows: 10.30am, 12pm, 2pm & 3.30pm. An out-of-this-world interactive event which will unravel some of the mysteries of space and time. How to think like a true master of the Force, black holes, the Big Bang and a lightsaber battle! Ages 5-12. Adult £8, child £6. Book: brightonscience.com
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WILD ABOUT WINTER. Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat. 10.30am-12.30pm. Family event for ages 5-11. Spring arts and crafts activities in the Pump Barn, a wild winter adventure exploring the woods, followed by a warming drink of hot chocolate. Adult £3.50, child £7. Booking essential: 01273 497561. https://sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk
Pilates, Yoga, Tai Chi, Zumba Meditation / Mindfulness Find out more on our website
01323 639883 www.edenblue.co.uk info@edenblue.co.uk
PRIVATE TUITION Miss Johnson B.A. Dip. Ed. Qualified & experienced teacher offers English & Maths up to 11 plus. English up to GCSE. 07730 556590 / 639396 jwafa1989@talktalk.net
16,17, CHILDREN’S SCIENCE WORKSHOPS. & 18 Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux. Tues 16th: A Hearty Workout. 10.30am-1pm or 2-4.30pm. Learn all about the heart and how it keeps you alive. Make your own stethoscope - and chocolates! Ages 6-9, £10.75. Wed 17th: Curious About Chemistry. 10.30am-1pm or 2-4.30pm. Cool Chemistry experiments for kids. Ages 6-9, £10.75 each. Thurs 18th: Creative Chemistry. 10.30am-1pm. Have a go at exciting Chemistry experiments for older kids. Ages 10-13, £10.75. Booking essential 01323 832731. the-observatory.org 17-20 DISNEY’S “BEAUTY & THE BEAST JUNIOR” Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road. Family half-term show from the team who brought you ‘The Little Mermaid’ and ‘Aladdin’. Dancing crockery, menacing wolves and singing furniture fill the stage with thrills, in this beloved fairy tale. Adult £12, child £8, family £35. Book: 01323 802020 royalhippodrome.com 18,19 ART BANK! Towner, College Road. 10.30am-12.30pm or 2-4pm. Thursday: ages 5-7; Friday: ages 8-11. Create a new currency using Styrofoam and mono printing and add it to the public Art Bank installation. £5 per session. townereastbourne.org.uk 19
ZAP, CRACKLE & POP! The Brighthelm Centre, North Road, Brighton. 11am & 2pm. Join the BBC One Show’s resident scientist, Dr Marty Jopson, on a sparky journey through the story of electricity, from the ancient Greeks to the craziest of mad scientists. Expect a hair-raising and electrifying performance! Ages 7+. Adult £10, child £8. Booking essential at brightonscience.com
FEBRUARY 2016 From22 EDEN BLUE NEW CLASSES START. Eden Blue Centre, Green Street Ind. Estate, 1 Green Street. Classes for kids and adults in arts, music, crafts, health and well-being. 01323 639883 edenblue.co.uk
FEBRUARY 2016 24-27 HORRIBLE HISTORIES: GROOVY GREEKS AND INCREDIBLE INVADERS. Congress Theatre, Carlisle Road. Horrible Histories come to Eastbourne with 2 great shows filled with live action and 3D special effects. GROOVY GREEKS: Take on the Trojans, compete in the first ever Olympic Games. Meet your match with the Minotaur and be zapped by Zeus. INCREDIBLE INVADERS. Hide behind Hadrian’s Wall, see the Savage Saxons and who’s at Sutton Hoo. Will you survive when the Vicious Vikings sail into the audience? Ages 5+. Adult £16, child £13.50 for each show. Family Saver (2+2) £50. Horrible Super Saver - book both Groovy Greeks & Incredible Invaders and save 20%. 01323 412000 eastbournetheatres.co.uk 25-27 DICK WHITTINGTON. Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road. Family pantomime. Dick and his cat travel to London, while various fairytale characters help him on his way. Kids with their teddies are especially welcome. Family fun with lots of musical numbers. Adult £11, child £9. 01323 802020 royalhippodrome.com
MARCH 2016 5Mar- LAMBING TIME. Seven Sisters Sheep Centre, East Dean. 2May 10.30am-5pm daily. Come and meet the new-born baby lambs. Bottle-feeding and tractor rides. Adult £6, child £5, family (2+2) £21. 01323 423302. 12 .uk ix.co p r e b num
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Weekly gymnastic classes in superb, fully equipped gymnasiums, for girls & boys aged 4-11 yrs + of all abilities. University of Brighton Sports Centre, Denton Road, Eastbourne BN20 7SR
We also run Saturday gym sessions at Hailsham Community College. * We have over 30 years experience of working with children * We look after over 300 children weekly * Our coaches are sensitive, qualified or experienced gymnasts & are CRB checked * We are officially approved as a safe, effective & child-friendly club & hold the prestigious GymMark status
01323 730467 www.caclsports.co.uk
STARGAZING AT THE REDOUBT. Redoubt Fortress, Royal Parade. 7-10pm. A family friendly tour of the night’s sky with help from Eastbourne Astronomical Society. See the moon and planets through an astronomical telescope on the Redoubt’s gun platform. (Not on if completely overcast or raining). Everyone welcome. FREE. 01323 410300. eastbournemuseums.co.uk
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Lambing Time 5 March 2 May
Daily bottle-feeding sessions: 11.30am & 3.30pm. Tractor rides, cream teas, picnic area. Open 10.30am-5pm every day. Adult £6, child £5, family £21.
East Dean 01323 423302.
Football and Rugby sessions for children 18 months - 7 years
Classes at The Leaf Hall for ages 3 years to adults Arts Awards, IDTA & LAMDA exams
Call: 01323 749640 for more info or email Bev: blevett@littlekickers.co.uk
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Swimming Lessons: Babies to Grannies Beginners to squad level 1:1 Private lessons Half term & holiday lessons
STA Swimming tutor with 25 years experience
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ONE TO ONE TUITION KS2 MATHS & LITERACY Caring, experienced, happy tutor CRB checked £20 p.h, holidays & term time Willingdon area
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19,20 FAMILY ACTIVITY WEEKEND: DESTINATION SPACE. Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux. 10am-5pm. Workshops and interactive experiences - find out what it’s like to be an astronaut and travel in space. Adult £8, child (4-16) £6.15, family (of 4) £25.20. 01323 832731. the-observatory.org 21Mar- MAKING TRACKS: BRONZE AGE MYSTERY. Pavilion, 13Nov next to the Redoubt. 10am-5pm. Travel back to Bronze Age Eastbourne, uncover mysteries of the people who lived here 3000 years ago and see some of their treasures. FREE. Kids - complete the exhibition trail and gain FREE entry to the Redoubt Fortress. eastbournemuseums.co.uk 25
Mini manicures, nail art, photos, light refreshments, party bags (extra) and a Only £12 per child
BEAR BEHAVING BADLY. Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road. 1.30 & 4.30pm. See the CBBC’s hit children’s show live on its first national tour. Interactive show with Nev, Beatrice, Crazy Keith and Blue Peter’s Barney Harwood (by video link). Adult £16, child £14, family (2+2) £54. 01323 802020 royalhippodrome.com
GOOD FRIDAY WORKSHOP. St Mary’s Church, Old Town, Eastbourne. 9-11am. FREE Easter crafts workshop ending with short family service, parents welcome. Ages 3-11, under 7s must be accompanied. 01323 645225.
25,26 EASTER EGG HUNT. Sharnfold Farm, Hailsham Road. Farm open 9.30am-5pm. Egg hunt in the straw. See website for details sharnfoldfarm.co.uk 25Mar- EASTER FUN AT THE FORTRESS. Redoubt Fortress, 10Apr Royal Parade. 10am-5pm. Make Spring crafts and follow the Easter trail to find the Redoubt Rabbit and claim your prize. Trail FREE with admission. (Admission FREE on opening weekend - 26 & 27 March. Also: FREE archive film footage of Eastbourne in the 50s, 60s & 70s showing in the Parade Ground that weekend). Normal admission: adult £4.50, child £2.50, family (of up to 5 people, incl. 1 under 16) £12. eastbournemuseums.co.uk 27
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EASTER EGGSPRESS. Eastbourne Miniature Railway Park, Lottbridge Drove. 10am-5pm. Miniature train rides and FREE Easter egg for children. Adult £5.25, child £4.75, under 3s FREE, family (of 4) £18.50. emsr.co.uk
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EASTBOURNE MINIATURE RAILWAY ADVENTURE PARK Easter Sunday 27 March FREE Easter Egg for children!
Lottbridge Drove 01323 520229
Open daily from 19 March 10am-5pm
per student per week (+ £1.25 per student per day for escorting).
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BUILDING BRIDGES: FREE FAMILY DROP-IN. Towner, College Road. 10.30am-12.30pm & 2-4pm. Can you build a bridge that will stand up, span a distance and take some weight? Use a range of different materials and get help from artist Hermione Allsopp. All ages. FREE. (Suggested donation £1). townereastbourne.org.uk
30,31 KIDS FUN SCIENCE WORKSHOPS. Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux. Wed: ‘Man in the Moon’ for ages 6-9. 10.30am-1pm or 2-4.30pm. Learn about the moon and make moon models and craters. Workshops £10.75 per session. Thurs: ‘Mysterious Moon’ for ages 10-13. From 2-8pm. Learn about the moon, build a moon lander and look at Jupiter through the giant telescopes (weather permitting). £21.75 Booking essential. 01323 832731 the-observatory.org 31
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WILD WOODIES HOLIDAY CLUB. Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat. 10am-3pm. Brilliant Bugs. Explore the world of minibeasts, build a giant structure in the woods and make a super bug to take home. Ages 6-11. £21. 01273 497561 sussexwildlifetrust.com
APRIL 2016 Easter Holidays 1,2
THE RAILWAY CHILDREN. Devonshire Park Theatre. 2.30pm & 7pm. New musical adaptation of Bobbie, Peter & Phyllis’ adventures. Adult from £15.50, child £14.50 (matinees). 01323 412000 eastbournetheatres.co.uk
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RECORDING EASTBOURNE. Towner, College Rd. 10.30am-12pm & 2-4pm. Help build a giant 3D map of Eastbourne. Help record the town’s features and draw in places that are important to you. Make 3D card models of local landmarks and show what makes Eastbourne special for you. For families with children aged 5-11. FREE. Suggested donation £1. townereastbourne.org.uk
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SUSSEX ROCKS. Music workshops and activities to challenge and inspire. Mini Rockers ages 6-10; Teen Rockers 11+. No formal training required. 01323 487780 sussexrocks.org.uk
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RUPUNZEL ROCKS. Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road. Mon 3.30pm, Tues 1pm. Easter pantomime from Wicked Productions (the team which presented ‘Treasure Island’ this summer). A rocking and rollicking interpretation of this classic tale. Adult £15, under 14s £13, family £44. 01323 802020 royalhippodrome.com
Langney area 4-8 & 17-22 April 25-28 April 22-27 May 30 May-3 June
Hampden Park 4-8 & 16-20 April
Roselands / Town Centre 21-26 March 29 May-1 June 27 June-1 July Various other dates also available from April to October. For more details ring or email
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It’s important for youngsters living by the sea to learn to swim, for safety above all else. We teach children, aged 4 & over, water confidence and safety, progressing on to stroke improvement and distance, in a fun and encouraging environment.
Who? Children aged 4 & above. When? Saturday afternoons in term-time. Where? St Andrew’s School, Meads, Eastbourne, BN20 7RP Each child will work towards ASA Awards and will presented with a certificate & badge to celebrate their achievements at the end of term. Lessons are fun as well as constructive to enhance your child’s learning experience.
Competitive prices & sibling discounts! See our website www.ewymca.org under Children’s Sports Services for term dates, prices and more info or email actionzone@ewymca.org to book.
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MY WILDLIFE ADVENTURE: Family Event. Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat. 10am-12pm. A morning of family fun in the woods. Explore with fun games and activities, get close to nature and drink hot chocolate by the campfire. Use tools and natural resources to make something to take home as a memory of the day. Families with kids aged 5-11. Adult £3.50, child £7. Booking essential. 01273 497561 sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk
5,6,7 SPACE SCIENCE WORKSHOPS. Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux. 10.30am-1pm or 2-4.30pm. Exciting hands-on science workshops for kids aged 6-9. Tues: ‘Rocketry’. Learn about space rockets and build and launch your own water rocket. Wed: ‘Be An Astronaut’. Prepare for an adventure to the International Space Station. Train and carry out tasks just like an astronaut living in space. Thurs: ‘Space Junk Creative’. Design and construct your own Space World using junk, paint and your imagination. £10.75 per workshop. Booking essential. 01323 832731. the-observatory.org 6
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WILD WOODIES HOLIDAY CLUB. Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat. 10am-3pm. I’m a Survivor! Learn survival skills in the woods. Light a fire to make your own hot drink, build a den and use tools to make things out of natural materials. Explore the woods to discover which animals live there and what they need to survive. Ages 6-11. £21. 01273 497561 sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk
APRIL 2016
WINNERS! Boys & girls required for the 2015/2016 SEASON. Boys: Under 6s - Under18s, Girls: Under 9s - Under 14s.
Come and join the most successful youth football club in Eastbourne! Tel: Nick Stubbs 07810 551108
Active Play
Active Play is supported by Freedom Leisure across Sussex. Play & sports equipment, mobile dance mats & Nintendo Wii, arts, crafts, face painting. Can be hired to come to your venue, we supply trained staff & activities for private parties, events, fun / activity days or blocks of sessions. active.play@freedom-leisure.co.uk Contact Alli
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9Apr- ARLINGTON BLUEBELL WALK. Bates Green Farm, 15May Tye Hill Rd, Arlington. Daily 10am-5pm. Walk through the bluebell wood and meet the farm animals. Children’s quizzes, picnic area and lovely refreshments. Adult £5, child £2, family £12. bluebellwalk.co.uk 16
STARGAZING AT THE REDOUBT. Redoubt Fortress, Royal Parade. 8-10pm. A family friendly tour of the night’s sky with help from Eastbourne Astronomical Society. See the moon and planets through an astronomical telescope on the Redoubt’s gun platform. (Not on if completely overcast or raining). Everyone welcome. FREE. 01323 410300. eastbournemuseums.co.uk
Relaxing, bright, spacious studio overlooking the lake. Refreshments, friendly staff. FREE parking.
Unit 3, Holmes Hill Estate (A22), Whitesmith BN8 6JA
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30Apr, MAGNIFICENT MOTORS. Western Lawns. 11am-5pm. 1May Big FREE motoring spectacular. Vintage & classic cars, motorbikes, buses, commercial & military vehicles ranging across a century of motoring. Plus Continental Market, live entertainment, fairground rides and a magnificent Drive-in Movie Night. FREE event. visiteastbourne.com
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SING-A-LONG-A-FROZEN (U). Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road. 2.30pm. Full screening of Disney’s Frozen with on-screen lyrics for singing along. Introduced by a live host who’ll show you how to use your FREE prop bag, how to warm up your voice and will teach you some dance moves with the help of the Singalonga Princesses. Come dressed as your favourite character. Adult £16, under 14s £11, family (1+2) £35. 01323 802020 royalhippodrome.com
14,15 EASTBOURNE SPORTS FESTIVAL. Ten local sports venues. Fun-filled weekend of sport and fundraising. Taster sessions for all ages and abilities - try new sports from cheerleading to fencing for only £1 a go. Look out for the activity programme and timetables at your local Sports Centre. 01323 415409.
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