May & June 2018
Eastbourne area Half Term May 2018 19
WATERWISE - Beach Safety. Medikids UK, Sea Cadet Corps, Royal Parade. Introduction to basic First Aid and beach safety. Role play with bandages and plasters, practise calling 999 and learn how to put an adult in the recovery position. Ages 5-8: 9.30-11.30am. Ages 8-11: 12.30-2.30pm. ÂŁ12. Must book, as places are limited. 07765 255775. Email medikidsuk@yahoo.com
Enterprise Centre 01323 646329 cobievetcare.co.uk
We advise confirmation of all events listed as they may be subject to change.
Š Wendy and Paul Potton 1995. Tel: 01323 731181
Castle Connections Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 May 10am-4pm Have a Go Archery Falconry Castle Tours Forest School Living History Knights of Herstmonceux East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service … and much more! Normal charges apply: Adult £6, child under 16 £3, under 5s FREE, family ticket £14. The Adventures of
Father’s Day Carvery Lunch
Doctor Dolittle
Saturday 17 June 12-2pm
Friday 20 July 6pm
3 Course Lunch (incl. vegetarian option) To be served in the Castle’s Great Hall with cash bar. Price includes entry to the gardens and grounds. Adult £18, child (4-16) £12. Telephone bookings: 01323 834479 or email conf@bisc.queensu.ac.uk Payment on booking.
Gates open 5.30pm. Tickets: 01323 833816 www.illyria.co.uk (+5% fee) Adult £15, child (4-16) £10, family £40
* Valid until end of August 2018
packed full of rides, shows, games, stalls, inflatables and on-site catering
PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY & CRAFT STUDIO 10am-5pm daily (4pm Sun),
closed term time Tuesdays
SUMMER FUN FOR ALL AGES IN OUR LARGE, BRIGHT STUDIO & GARDEN FREE PARKING NO STUDIO FEE
BABY HAND AND FOOTPRINT CASTINGS, WORKSHOPS, LOTS OF SEASONAL OFFERS The Masterpiece Studio, Unit 3, Holmes Hill Estate, Whitesmith
BN8 6JA (A22 Golden Cross) 01825 872225
www.masterpiecestudio.co.uk
The MasterPiece Studio
Half Term May 2018 19,20 CASTLE CONNECTIONS. Herstmonceux Castle. 10am-4pm. Have-a-go archery, falconry, classic vehicles, fighting knights, forest school, living history and East Sussex Wildlife Rescue. Adult £6, child £3, under 5s FREE, family £14. herstmonceux-castle.com
Singing Lessons in central Eastbourne studio with experienced DBS checked teacher. ABRSM / Rockschool / GCSE / A Level exam prep / in-lesson recording / performance & technique. www.fionawallace.com fjgwallace@icloud.com 07949 886177
Enrich your lives this Summer - enjoy a family camping trip to Fairfields Farm near Eastbourne
Low se Ple ason web ase visi offers! site t ou r for d etail s.
Get close to nature - set on a working farm. Meet the farm pets. Free fishing. Low cost holiday. Good clean facilities. Wealth of local attractions. Beach: 2 miles, station: 2 mins. Be spontaneous and take advantage of good weather. Eastbourne Road, Westham, Pevensey, East Sussex BN24 5NG. Tel: 01323 763165 www.fairfieldsfarm.com
25,26 MIDNIGHT GANG. Royal Hippodrome Theatre. Friday 10am & 5pm. Saturday 2pm & 6pm. Join Tom and his hospital friends, the ‘Midnight Gang’, for magic and mischief. Discover how they overcome their greatest fears and find the magic ingredient to a fantastic friendship. Adult £15, child £12, family £49, schools rate £9. 01323 802020. royalhippodrome.com 25May HUGE FUN FAIR. Princes Park. 2-9pm daily. -2Jun Rides, games, stalls, inflatables and on-site catering. Fun for all ages. Free parking. FREE entry. facebook.com/jwsfunfair 26
EASTBOURNE SUNSHINE CARNIVAL. 2-5pm. Enormous procession along the seafront from Western Lawns to Princes Park. This year’s theme is “Heroes & Heroines”. Live music and entertainment throughout the day. FREE charity event, bring some coins to throw into the buckets. eastbournecarnival.co.uk
28May OPERATION EARTH HALF TERM DROP-INS. -1Jun Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux. Hands-on activities for budding environmental scientists. Learn about ocean life, satellites, digital microscopes, biodiversity and living organisms. This is in addition to the half term: Daily Telescope Tours: 12noon, 2pm & 4pm. Spectacular Science Shows: 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Centre admission price: adult £8.25, child (4-16) £6.25, family of four £25.70. 01323 832731. the-observatory.org
Fun in the woods for 3-5 yr olds. Booking essential. Fun in the woods for 5-11 yr olds. Booking essential.
A wild family adventure in the woods. Fire lighting, den building, bug hunts & pond dipping. Drop in. Suggested donation £4pp.
Join us for a morning of family fun in the woods. Light a fire, explore, play games, use tools to make a memory to take home & toast marshmallows! 5-11 years. Children must be accompanied. Adult £3.50, child £7. Booking essential.
Light a fire, build a den, make & explore. Every session different. Explore the seashore! Peer into rock pools, make a kite and discover pirate treasure! Holiday Clubs are £28 per child. Booking essential: 01273 497561 www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk
Football and Rugby sessions for children 18 months - 7 years
FREE trial class Call Bev 01323 749640 or email blevett@littlekickers.co.uk
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... Different Ball littlerugby.co.uk
Half Term May / June 2018 28May- BUZZ ACTIVE WATERSPORTS Holiday Clubs. 1Jun Princes Park & Cuckmere Haven. Sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, paddle-boarding and multi-activity weeks. Ages 6-14. 01323 417023. buzzactive.org.uk
& Wellbeing Health, Safety 5-11s Workshops for Have fun with plasters, learn how to call 999 and how to take care of your body Dates available from only £12
t: 07765 255775 e: medikidsuk@yahoo.com medikidsuk
Active Play and their families at recreation grounds throughout Wealden. Find out about our kids sessions & more by liking our facebook page, search /activecommunitieswealden or visit freedom-leisure.co.uk Contact Alli active.play@ freedom-leisure.co.uk
Chores &
Paws Home & Pet Care Specialist Winner of Best Quality Customer Feedback 2013 - Trading Standards
Household chores Catering in your own home Lawn cutting & weeding Home car valeting service Pet feeding, dog walking, small animal boarding & house-sitting EFL coaching Regular or occasional
28May- SCIENCE WEEK AT THE REDOUBT. 1Jun Redoubt Fortress, Royal Parade. 11am-12noon & 2-3pm. Mon: Spy Science. Discover secret codes and solve a crime using fingerprint evidence. Tues: Fossil Science. Find out how fossils are made, dig your own fossil, then work out which creature you’ve discovered. Wed: Space Science. Make your own Solar System and become part of the Redoubt Galaxy to work out where each planet belongs. Thurs: Colourful Science. Make colourful dyes using flowers, roots and leaves to make bright colours, just as Stone Age man did. Find out which stinky ingredient made them stay so bright! Fri: Archaeology Science. Find out what archaeology and cake have in common. Become an archaeologist examining the microscopic evidence found in the soil, then get hands on with some of Eastbourne’s extraordinary archaeology. All of the above are suitable for ages 5-11. £3.50 per child per workshop. Advance booking essential. 01323 410300. heritageeastbourne.co.uk
One to one private tuition with fully qualified teacher. Full assessment given. All ages welcome. Old Town area & beyond.
C.A.T.S. Cultural Accommodation Travel Services
Require Good, Caring
HOST FAMILIES Old Town Swedish 16 June-5 July
Langney 4-8 & 18-22 June Swedish 16 June-6 July
Hampden Park 10-15 & 17-21 June 30 Jun-6 July & 1-5 July Swedish 16 June-6 July
Langney Point
Reasonable rates
4-8 & 18-22 June Swedish 16 June-6 July
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Roselands / Town Centre
01323 648179 / 07962 208847
17-22 & 18-22 June
choresandpaws1@btinternet.com www.eastsussex1space.co.uk
Various dates in September For more details and other dates
01323 727235 jill@cats-gb.com
the world could rea do with fe lly Xboxes & mwer tackle boxeore s! Guided fishing adventures for children and families. We take children fishing. It’s as simple as that. Fishing inspires and educates, teaches patience and respect for the environment. It helps us to understand the relationship between what we do, the food we eat and the wider world we live in.
Days out School Visits Birthday Parties
07710 811398 www.grumpyangler.com
Half Term May / June 2018 29-31 BIKEABILITY CYCLE TRAINING COURSES. Eastbourne Sports Park. Cycle training for all. Tues: Levels 1 & 2 (ages 6-11). Wed: Levels 3 (11+) Thurs: Beginners (4+). Book: 01273 482490. payments.eastsussex.gov.uk/bikeability/ 30
WILD WOODIES HOLIDAY CLUB. Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat. 10am-3pm. Build a den, light a fire to make a hot drink, use hand tools to make things, explore the woods and discover forest animals. Ages 6-11. £28 for day. Booking essential: 01273 497561. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk
30,31 ALICE IN WONDERLAND. Devonshire Park Theatre. Wed 4pm, Thurs 1.30 & 4.30pm. Join Alice as she takes a tumble down the rabbit hole into Wonderland. A slick mix of jokes, original music and creative costumes. Adult £16.50, under 16s £13.50. 01323 412000. eastbournetheatres.co.uk
Half Term June 2018 PRIVATE TUITION Miss Johnson B.A. Dip. Ed. Qualified & experienced teacher. Support given at all levels for maths or English, 11+, selection or GCSE. Online tuition also available.
01323 639396 / 07730 556590
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GO WILD IN THE WOODS. Family drop-in event. Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat. 10.30am-3pm. Den building, pond dipping, bug hunts, fire lighting & marshmallow toasting! Donation £4. No need to book. 01273 497561. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk
Reaches over 12,800 families in Eastbourne & Hailsham. Small ads start at only £25. For more info message us on facebook.com/KidsFunFile
20 May 7.30pm
25 May 10am & 5pm 26 May 2pm & 6pm
1 June 3pm & 6pm
28 June 8pm
6 July 7.30pm 7 July 2.30 & 7.30pm
20 July 7pm 21 July 2pm
9 August 2pm
6-11 August
Children’s Piano School
01323 768755
Develop Your Child's Potential with Piano Lessons in Pevensey www.eastbournepianolessons.com
June 2018
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Eastbourne’s No 1 skating venue
Tuesdays-Thursdays 12 noon-5pm, Fridays 12-4pm £4 Tuesdays-Thursdays 3.30-6pm £4 Practise your skills, make friends. Tea, coffee & snacks available.
Fridays 5-10pm Sundays 2-6pm Saturdays 1-6pm
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16a Unit 5 Maple Rd Eastbourne BN23 6NY
Lottbridge Drove
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WIND IN THE WILLOWS. Royal Hippodrome Theatre. 3pm & 6pm. Can Toad and friends stop Wicked Weasel from taking over Toad Hall? Energetic performances, catchy new songs and lots of humour. Adult £15, child £13, family £48. 01323 802020. royalhippodrome.com
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LITTLE MIX. Eastbourne Bandstand. 8-9.30pm. This is a high-energy show packed with all Little Mix’s greatest hits. Suitable for all ages. In advance: Adult: £7.95, child: £5.95. On the door: Adult: £9.50, child: £7.50. 01323 410611. eastbournebandstand.co.uk
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“LABYRINTH” FILM SCREENING & PUPPET WORKSHOP. 1.30-4pm. Redoubt Fortress. Enjoy a puppet-making workshop then watch this fantasy movie. £6pp. Booking advised. 01323 410300. heritageeastbourne.co.uk
• Miniature Steam or Diesel Train Rides • Lineside Nature Walk • Model Railways
Open daily 10am - 5pm
Lottbridge Drove
• Cafe • Railway Shop • Picnic Areas • Children’s Adventure Playground
www.emsr.co.uk
01323 520229
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EASTBOURNE RELAY FOR LIFE FAMILY FUN DAY. Eastbourne Sports Park, Cross Levels Way. From noon. Mickey & Minnie Mouse, fun & games, soft play, bouncy castle, pony rides, crafts, BBQ, food & drink, face painting, massages, health & beauty, live entertainment. Princesses Rapunzel, Ariel and Jasmine will be singing from 1.50-2.20pm and available for photos afterwards. In aid of Cancer Research. eastbournerelay.com
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KAPOW!! Hampden Park. From 10am. Fun family inflatable obstacle course in aid of St Wilfrid’s hospice. Climb, bounce, slide, tumble and even fly to the finish line dressed as your favourite superhero. Plus live music and entertainment. Suitable for adults & kids aged 8+ and over 4’ tall. Adult £25, child (8-15) £20. For more info and to sign up a family / team: stwhospice.org/Event/kapow
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THOMAS A BECKETT SUMMER FAYRE. St Thomas a Beckett Primary School, Tutts Barn Lane. 12-4pm. Punch & Judy, performances, inflatables, games, food & drink. Adult £1, child 50p, preschoolers FREE.
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MINDFULNESS. Medikids, Sea Cadet Corps, Royal Parade. 12.30-2.30pm. Relaxation, yoga, healthy eating and mindfulness for ages 5-11. £12 per child. Must book as places are limited. 07765 255775. Email medikidsuk@yahoo.com
First lesson FREE! Parents - have YOU always wanted to play? Call Georgina 07783 441 045 pianokey88@hotmail.com
Summer Piano Recital 14 July 2pm, Elim Centre, Hartfield Rd, Eastbourne We’ll be attempting a
WORLD RECORD FOR THE MOST PEOPLE PLAYING ONE PIANO whilst raising funds for charity. Email for more info.
Saturday 9 June 12-4pm Punch & Judy, food stalls, licensed bar, performances, inflatables, games, raffle r so on y Sp b
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Adult £1, child 50p, preschoolers FREE Buy tickets in advance from the school office or on the gate on the day.
Melanie Wight
freelance hairstylist & extensions All aspects of hairstyling carried out for you at home. Reliable professional service from an experienced stylist. Call or text
07976 358828
Weekly Rates: Single £124 Twin £110 Private Bathroom £186
Mini manicures, nail art, photos, light refreshments, party bags (extra) and a Only £12 per child
BECOME A HOST FAMILY FOR SUSSEX DOWNS COLLEGE, EASTBOURNE The International College is recruiting for new and friendly host families for our International short stay Young Learner groups, aged 12-17, arriving in late June and throughout July. Competitive rates of pay - from £120 per student. Hosts should provide comfortable accommodation, home cooked meals and be willing to assist students with speaking and practising English. Packed lunches are only required at weekends. Our most requested areas are the Town Centre, Rodmill, Willingdon, Hampden Park, Old Town & Upperton areas of Eastbourne, or within walking distance of the college. If you’re interested, please contact Emma on 030 300 39935 or email accommodation-eastbourne@sussexdowns.ac.uk We look forward to hearing from you!
June 2018
EASTBOURNE TOWN YOUTH FOOTBALL CLUB (formerly Old Town Youth FC)
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CELEBRATE THE SUMMER SOLSTICE with The Penticle Drummers. Langney Sports Club, Priory Lane. 10am-5pm. Drumming, jesters, inflatables, fancy dress, Stone-Age games, combat displays & dancers. FREE entry (£1pp suggested donation). thesummersolstice.co.uk
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FATHER’S DAY AT KNOCKHATCH ADVENTURE PARK. 10am-5.30pm. Dads can have one FREE go at the Laser Clay Shooting with admission to Park. £11.99 per person at the gate (£9.59 online). knockhatch.com
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FATHER’S DAY LUNCH. Herstmonceux Castle. Three-course carvery lunch (incl vegetarian option) served in the castle’s Great Hall. Adult £18, child (4-16) £12, includes entry to gardens & grounds. herstmonceux-castle.com
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GREAT GET TOGETHER. Seaside Community Hub, 125 Seaside. 2-6pm. For the whole family: quiz, crafts, games and more. Bring snacks or a picnic to share. Tea & coffee £1.
22-30 NATURE VALLEY INTERNATIONAL TENNIS. Devonshire Park. From 10am. World class tennis from top women and men players. lta.org.uk/major-events/nature-valleyinternational/ 23,24 EASTBOURNE FEASTIVAL. Princes Park. 11am8pm. World food and live music. Kids’ area with soft play, rides and inflatables. FREE entry.
CALLING ALL FUTURE with Peter Vörös STA Aquatic Tutor 25 years of experience - guaranteed success!!! Warm, private swimming pool.
WINNERS! Come and join
youth football club in Eastbourne! Under 6s - Under16s,
Tel: Simon Parks 07795 294443 www.etyfc.org.uk
Special offer for siblings. Parent & Baby/Toddler lessons. 1:1 lessons for children & adults. Small group or squad lessons.
07562 991 777 info@mr-peters.com
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