Kids Fun File Summer Term 2013

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Summer Term May-July 2013

KIDS’ FUN FILE

Local events for kids

Half Term May 2013

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BBC “ANTIQUES ROADSHOW” FILMING. Eastbourne Bandstand. 9.30am-4.30pm. Bring along antiques & art for free advice & valuation. Presented by Fiona Bruce. FREE.

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TWILIGHT. Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat. 7.309.30pm. Family evening around the camp fire, with campfire food and a walk in the forest looking for badgers and bats.

Ages 8-12. £7.50. Book 01273 497561. sussexwt.org.uk

24-27 ELDERFLOWER FIELDS FAMILY FESTIVAL. Bentley Estate, near Lewes. 40+ bands, woodland spa, yoga, zumba. Kids’ activities: sports camp, Urban Woods, creative, theatre & art workshops, cinema tent & miniature train rides. Youth band competition. Free Family Picnic, Sunday. Weekend pass, adult £95, child £40, day tickets available: elderflowerfields.co.uk

Princes Park, Eastbourne 25 May - 1 June, 2 - 9pm

CRAZY LOW PRICES

ALL DAY EVERY DAY

ALL RIDES & SHOWS:

Summer Football & Gym Camps Monday 29 July - Friday 2 August 2013

4-10 years.

Thinking of getting a new pet?

We can match you to the perfect pet.

Visit us for a free pre-purchase consultation.

www. stannesvets.co.uk

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Amazing value Free entry - Free parking Info: 07766 115 320 www.walls-funfair.co.uk

Cavendish has just been awarded a GOOD in their January 2013 OFSTED inspection

We accept various childcare vouchers

jim.chater@eastbourne.gov.uk

eastbourne.gov.uk/leisure/sportscentres

towner family learning Half Term May 2013 Until SCHOOLS & COLLEGES “PORTRAITS” EXHIBITION. 9June Towner, College Road, Eastbourne. Tues-Sun 10am-6pm.

Enter the Portrait Booth and explore the idea of portraits coming to life. FREE entry & FREE family trail available.

25 Schools & Colleges Exhibition 2013: “Portraits” Saturday 11 May - Sunday 9 June (closed Mondays) Over 1,000 children and young people from Sussex were inspired

by Towner’s portraits collection to create their own original portraits in a range of media.

Enter the Portrait Booth and explore the idea of portraits coming to life. Discover the stories beyond the golden frames. FREE!

EASTBOURNE’S SUNSHINE CARNIVAL. From Fisherman’s Green to Wish Tower slopes. From 4pm. Annual procession of local charities, schools and businesses with live music.

Theme is “Sussex by the Sea”. Don’t forget some coins for the charity buckets!

25,26 EASTBOURNE SPORTS FESTIVAL. Sports Park, Sports & Leisure Centres. Taster sessions for only £1pp per sport.

Try tennis, squash, skating, trampolining, street dance, boxing, fencing, rugby, basketball, athletics, martial arts, zumba, scuba, diving & lifeguarding. Book eastbourne.gov.uk/ leisure/sport/council/eastbourne-sports-festival

This Is Me! Friday 31 May Work with a professional artist to create your own self portraits.

Ages 5-8: 10.30am-12.30pm Ages 9-12: 1.30-3.30pm. £5. Please book online.

Digital Landscapes: inspired by the South Downs Saturday 22 June Explore the use of drawings and photos to develop your own imaginary landscapes, influenced

by Fiona Rae’s exhibition.

Everyone will receive a print of their work and the combined artworks will be available online as an interactive landscape.

We’ll use the Towner’s Macs & iPads - bring your own if you can.

Ages 5-8: 10.30am-12.30pm Ages 9-12: 1.30-3.30pm. £5. Please book online.

New ‘People & Portraits’

family trail available FREE at Towner!

For info and bookings visit townereastbourne.org.uk

01323 434670 Towner, College Rd, Eastbourne.

Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat, Seaford.

Friday 24 May 7.30-9.30pm TWILIGHT An evening in the forest with food cooked over a camp fire and a walk in the woods to look for badgers and bats.

Family event. Ages 8-12. £7.50 per child.

Wed 29 May 10.30am-4.30pm GREEN ART DROP-IN Collect natural materials on the forest art trail then use them to create mini rafts, monsters, baskets & jewellery.

Family event. Ages 7-11. £3 donation. Just drop in.

Tuesdays & Thursdays in the Summer Holidays SUMMER HOLIDAY CLUBS Book now for Bushcraft Challenge: shelter building, campfires, survival skills, Claws & Tentacles: marine creatures day, Hunters & Hunted: stalking & camouflage and Trail Blazer: tracking & trailing, Wild About Bushcraft: survival skills for older children, Wild Magic: imaginative crafts for older children.

4 hour sessions. Ages 7-11 and 12-15, £15 per child.

Fridays 2 & 9 August DROP INTO SUMMER Family drop-ins. Craft activities, forest trail, pond dipping, coastal trail and beach art.

For families with kids aged 5-11. £3 donation for materials. Just drop in.

Children must be accompanied at all events Booking essential for some events: (01273) 497561 www.sussexwt.org.uk

Act, Sing & Dance with

Spotlight Theatre Club Musical theatre classes ages 5-9 & 9-14, £5 per class.

Call Jane on 01323 720039.

90+ hands-on exhibits in the former home of the Royal Greenwich Observatory

Half Term May 2013 25May FUNFAIR. Princes Park, Eastbourne. 2-9pm. All the fun of -1Jun the fair. Rides & attractions each £1.50pp.

25May HALF TERM FUN AT SHARNFOLD FARM. Hailsham Road, -1Jun Stone Cross. 11am: see the baby lambs feeding; 12 & 2pm: tractor & trailer rides, plus new activity challenges along the farm trail. Farm shop, coffee shop and play area.

01323 768490. sharnfoldfarm.co.uk

The Observatory Science Centre Open 7 days a week 10am-6pm.

Telescope tours, science shows, water play areas.

School Holiday Workshops Half Day Workshops £9.95pp

Tues 28 May: Weather Age 6+ Wed 29 May: Car Power Age 6-9 Tues 30 July: Living in Space 6+ Wed 31 July Arty Stars & Planets 6+ Tues 6 Aug: Rocketry Age 6+ Wed 7 Aug: Papermaking Age 6+ Tues 13 Aug: The Sun Age 6+ Wed 14 Aug: Sporty Science 6-9 Thurs 15 Aug: Bug Hunt Age 6+ Thurs 22 Aug: K’Nex Age 6+ Full Day Workshops (£20.95pp) Tues 20 Aug: Chemistry Age 6+ Wed 21 Aug: Chemistry Age 9+ Tel: 01323 832731 Spaces limited. Observatory Science Centre, Book Herstmonceux BN27 1RN early! www.the-observatory.org

PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY & CRAFT STUDIO

www.masterpiecestudio.co.uk

The Masterpiece Studio 10am-5pm (4pm Sun), closed Tuesdays Unit 3, Holmes Hill Estate (A22), Whitesmith BN8 6JA

25May MAYTIME AT SPRING BARN FARM. Kingston Road, Lewes.

-1Jun 10am-5.30pm. Feed the pigs, meet the lambs and other small animals, piggie racing. Adult £7.50, child (2-14) £6.50, family (2+2) £26. springbarnfarm.com 25May HALF TERM AT THE REDOUBT. Redoubt, Royal Parade, -1Jun Eastbourne. 10am-5pm. Try lifting a cannonball, guard a sentry box, try on a military uniform, be a prisoner in the cells and visit the new kids’ art room to make your own creations. New military uniform exhibition. Adult £4.50, child £2.50, family £12. 01323 410300.

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STREET STYLES 2013. Winter Garden, Eastbourne. 5pm.

Action packed street dance with UK dance champions, TV stars & hosted by surprise guest from Sky’s “Got to Dance”. Tickets £10, under 3s FREE. 01323 412000.

WHAT’S UP WITH THE WEATHER? Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux. 10.30am-1pm or 2-4.30pm.

Half day science workshop for ages 6+. Learn about the weather with fun interactive experiments and activities. £9.95. Book 01323 832731. the-observatory.org GREEN ART FAMILY DROP-IN DAY. Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat. 10.30am-4.30pm. Follow the woodland art trail, make monsters from natural materials, build a mini raft, go pond dipping, draw with charcoal & chalk, try weaving, basket and jewellery making. Bring lunch and stay all day! Ages 7-11. £3. Just drop in. sussexwt.org.uk

CONFIDENT READING READING - WRITING - SPELLING One to one private tuition with fully qualified teacher.

Full assessment given.

All ages welcome.

Old Town area & beyond.

Tel: Linda on 01323 645416 www.lindahardman.co.uk

STARTRACK 2013 FUN WEEK OF ATHLETICS

Eastbourne Sports Park 10am-3pm, 5-9 August Learn to pole vault, high jump, hurdle & throw the hammer.

Play games.

Run in races & relays.

Free T shirt.

Ages 8-15. £56 for the week. eastbournestartrack@hotmail.co.uk

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Ne Summer Holiday Courses

call for details

C.A.T.S.

2 June 2013, Western Lawns

Cultural Accomodation Travel Services

Cycling & Sports Activities:

Require Good, Caring

Skills Challenges, Closed Road Racing, Sportive Event, Duathlon, Family Mountain Bike Ride, 5k Fun Run, Exhibitors. eastbournecyclingfestival.co.uk

HOST FAMILIES

We’re having a ball

Come and see what all the fun’s about

FREE event!

Football and Rugby Sessions for children 18 months-7 years

Free trial class For info and availability in this area call:

01323 749640

Drum Lessons

or email Bev: blevett@littlekickers.co.uk

All ages & abilities welcome ½ hour trial lessons available Learn jazz, rock, rudiments, independence Friendly CRB checked tutor Enjoyable play-along program All lessons 1:1 Like us on facebook or check out www.ravebugs.com

01323 739630 / 07850 890026 info@ravebugs.com

KS2 MATHS & LITERACY

per student per week.

Langney area 21-27 September 20-24 October

Hampden Park area 9-13 September 2-6 October 13-17 October

Langney Point / Roselands / Town Centre area 20-27 September 14-17 October Various other dates also available.

Out of season rates £82.25 per student per week

Same People ... littlekickers.co.uk

... Different Ball

For more details ring or email

01323 727235

littlerugby.co.uk

Half Term May 2013

ONE 2 ONE TUITION Caring, experienced, happy tutor.

CRB checked. £20 per hour.

Willingdon area.

Holidays & term time.

July rates £92.75

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CAR POWER WORKSHOP. Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux. 10.30am-1pm (ages 6-9) or 2-4.30pm (ages 9+). Half day science workshops. Design and build your own model car then see what can power it along gravity, a propeller, a balloon or solar power. £9.95.

Book 01323 832731. the-observatory.org

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“THIS IS ME!” ART WORKSHOP. Towner, College Road, Eastbourne. Artist led workshop. Inspired by the People & Portraits exhibition kids will create their own self portraits.

Ages 5-8: 10.30am-12.30pm. Ages 9-12: 1.30-3.30pm. £5 per child. Book 01323 434670.

Tel: 01323 505771 chrissieclarkbowles@gmail.com

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ABBA TRIBUTE SHOW. Eastbourne Bandstand. 8-9.30pm.

Advance tickets: adult £7.50, child £5.25.

On the night: adult £9, child £6.25. 01323 410611. eastbournebandstand.co.uk

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EASTBOURNE CYCLING FESTIVAL. Western Lawns. Bike stunt displays, mountain bike ride, youth races, Bling Your Bike, blend your own bike-powered smoothies, improve your bike handling and skills at Go-Ride plus Watt Bike Schools Challenge. New bikes, cycling equipment and clothing stalls.

01424 810096 eastbournecyclingfestival.co.uk

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ROCKPOOL RAMBLE. Birling Gap (meet in car park).

11am-1pm. Join the rangers for a hunt through the rock pools to see what you can discover and identify. Rockpooling equipment available to borrow, but you can bring your own. £3. Book 01323 423197. nationaltrust.org.uk

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TAKE THAT TRIBUTE SHOW. Eastbourne Bandstand.

8-9.30pm. Advance tickets: adult £7.50, child £5.25.

On the night: adult £9, child £6.25. 01323 410611. eastbournebandstand.co.uk

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Music and movement Exploring rhythm through performing, composing and improvising Learning to sing through games and songs Playing tuned and un-tuned percussion instruments Reading and writing basic music notation

FREE CHILD & ADULT ASSESSMENTS As well as offering NHS treatment for children, we also provide Private options to both children and adults.

Give our Patient Coordinator team a ring to book your no obligation, Free Assessment Appointment.

We also offer flexible, interest free payment options for all our private patients.

For more information or to book an appointment call

01323 462750 3 Terminus Buildings, Upperton Road, Eastbourne BN21 1BA Tel: 01323 462750 Email: reception.eastbourne@dentaligngroup.co.uk Bourne End

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• Miniature Steam or Diesel Train Rides • Lineside Nature Walk • Model Railways

Open Daily 10am-5pm

Lottbridge Drove (01323) 520229

• Cafe • Railway Shop • Tots Village • Children’s Adventure Playground • Picnic Areas • Toilets www.emsr.co.uk

June 2013

Spanish Tuition Liz Newing BA Hons, PGCE Experienced primary & secondary Spanish language teacher.

All ages to GCSE. CRB checked.

01323 723596 / 07773 459 225

Discover the path to healthy, younger looking skin at Eastbourne's best kept beauty secret ... *Free skin consultations *Laser Treatments & Chemical Peels *Botox & Dermal Fillers *CACI Non Surgical Face Lift *Microdermabrasion & Oxygen Therapy *Md Formulations Prescription Facials *bareMinerals Make-up & Skincare

Enjoy 10% off* any treatment on presentation of this voucher ... discover the beauty within!

Manicures * Pedicures * Gel Polish Massages * Facials * Lash Extensions Semi-Permanent Make-Up * Waxing Gift Vouchers * Pamper Packages *To be used once only and not in conjunction with any other offer.

Tel 01323 722255 1 Rockingham Place, Star Road, Eastbourne.

Behind Waitrose in Old Town.

www.retreatclinic.co.uk

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BLACKOUT & BUNTING. Redoubt, Royal Parade, Eastbourne.

10am-4pm. Life on the Home Front in the ‘40s, with living history and make do & mend activities. Bomber Command grenade practise at 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Stroll round the Vintage Market then find out how to make do and mend with Utility Jude. Wartime Fashion show at 12noon. Help the Home Guard secure the fortress, find out what to do in an air raid and pose for a photo (extra charge) in a wartime outfit.

Adult £6, child £4, family £15. 01323 410300.

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OPEN FARM SUNDAY. Blackstock Farm, Grove Hill, Hellingly. FREE entry today. Enjoy the farm and woodland walks, the farm animals and the indoor and outdoor play areas. Tractor rides and horse and cart rides may also be available, subject to weather. blackstockfarm.co.uk

15-22 AEGON INTERNATIONAL TENNIS. Devonshire Park.

10am-9pm. Pre-Wimbledon tournament with world class tennis. British No.1 Laura Robson will be playing.

FREE Family Day on Saturday 15th: FREE entry to the grounds. Some unreserved seats on the Centre Court, tickets for these from onsite box office on the day. lta.org.uk Box Office for all other tickets 0844 581 3015.

PRIVATE TUITION Miss Johnson B.A. Dip. Ed. Qualified and experienced teacher offers English & Maths up to 11 plus.

English up to GCSE. 07730 556590 or 639396

*listed parties at Cavendish

with this advert if booked before 31/08/13.

EASTBOURNE TOWN YOUTH F.C.

Children’s Parties

(formerly Old Town Youth FC)

Mini manicures, nail art, photos, light refreshments, party bags (extra) and a

2 hour parties from just £71 for children aged from 4 years * FUN & GAMES * BOUNCY CASTLE * FOOTBALL * OLYMPICS

Chocolate Fountain!

Only £10 per child

1½ hours of supervised activity run by our party staff ½ an hour for the children to eat their party food

Disco, Roller Disco & Go-Kart Parties

Parties are from £125, £220, £245. 10% discount not included.

Subject to availability of external entertainer.

3 Year Old Bouncy Castle Parties

Available at Cavendish only. Includes hall & bouncy castle hire only.

Staff supervision is not included.

(01323) 508684

Hampden Park: 01323 509859 Cavendish: 01323 647683 eastbourne.gov.uk/sportscentres

Hi! Homestay International Homestay International requires additional local host families to accommodate multinational students.

Call Sue 07948 280488 or email info@homestayinternational.co.uk

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CALLING ALL FUTURE WORLD CUP WINNERS! Boys and girls required for the 2013/2014 SEASON. Boys: Under 6s - Under18s, Girls: Under 9s - Under 14s.

Come and join the most successful youth football club in Eastbourne!

Tel: Tony Guarino

FATHERS’ DAY CLAY SHOOTING. Knockhatch Adventure Park, A22, Hailsham. 10am-5.30pm. Special treat for dads one FREE Laser Clay Shooting session on the day. Park admission: adult £7.99, child (3-16) £9.49, child (aged 2) £3.99, family (2+2) £31.99. Use voucher below for 2-for-1 entry (cheaper ticket FREE) knockhatch.com

Tel: 07949 530 310

Be The Best!

Maths Tuition

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From age 4 to degree level.

Very flexible and experienced in problem cases.

Eastbourne & surrounding areas.

First lesson free.

St Giles Eastbourne TRAIN TO TEACH ENGLISH 4-week intensive

Teacher Training Courses leading to the Trinity Cert TESOL, an internationally recognised qualification.

All year round family fun!

2-4-1

cheapest ticket goes FREE!

Voucher valid until 31 Aug 2013.

Not valid with any other offer or with a family ticket.

Visit Knockhatch Adventure Park for lots of fun things to do for the whole family, including a Children's Farm, massive Indoor Soft Centre, large Adventure Playground and more ...

There's fun to be had no matter what the weather!

Peak & off-peak times and prices apply.

Please check our website for details.

Off the A22 west of Hailsham.

( 01323) 442051

www.knockhatch.com

3 - 28 June, 2 - 27 September 2013 Course fee: £992 For further details contact: The Director of Studies, St Giles Eastbourne, 13 Silverdale Road, Eastbourne. BN20 7AJ. 01323 729167 dos@stgiles-eastbourne.co.uk www.stgiles-international.com

St Giles Eastbourne

HOST FAMILIES required within walking distance of the school.

From April to September, for students of all ages from 14 upwards.

All nationalities.

Good rates.

Families holding CRB Disclosures particularly welcome.

Please contact: The Accommodation Officer, St Giles Eastbourne, 13 Silverdale Road, Eastbourne, BN20 7AJ. Tel: 01323 744067 accommodation@ stgiles-eastbourne.co.uk

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FATHERS’ DAY - FREE ENTRY FOR DADS. Spring Barn Farm Park, Kingston Road, Lewes. 9am-5.30pm. Dads entry FREE with one paying person on Fathers’ Day. Adult £7.50, child £6.50 (2-14), family (2+2) £26. 01273 488450.

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DIDDI DANCE SUMMER PARTY. Cavendish School.

2-4.30pm. Facepainting, cakes, stalls, Diddi Dance entertainment. Entry £1 (in aid of Chestnut Tree House).

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MICHELHAM PRIORY GOES WILD! Upper Dicker.

10.30am-5pm. Wildlife activities, dog show and dog agility competition, craft show and barbecue. Admission: adult £7.50, child £4, family (of 4) £20. 01323 844224.

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EASTBOURNE ARMED FORCES DAY. Redoubt, Royal Parade, Eastbourne. Living history performances, music, dance and lots to make and do. FREE entry to Parade Ground for event. 01323 410300.

www.stgiles-international.com

Meets Fridays 6.15-7.15pm at the Bridge Club, 11 Wish Rd, BN21 4NX Coaching and match play All ages and abilities welcome £2 per session eastbournejuniorchess@outlook.com Tel 07850 274911

Enrich your lives this Summer enjoy a family camping trip to Fairfields Farm near Eastbourne.

Get close to nature set on a working farm.

Meet the farm pets.

Good clean facilities.

Only 2 miles from the beach.

Free fishing.

Only 2 mins from the station.

Low cost holiday.

Wealth of local attractions.

Be spontaneous and take advantage of good weather.

Eastbourne Road, Westham, Pevensey, East Sussex BN24 5NG.

29,30 LARK IN THE PARK & BARK IN THE PARK. Seaside Recreation Ground, Eastbourne. 11am-4pm (funfair until 8pm). Charity family fun day with light-hearted dog show from 12noon on Sunday. Funfair, entertainment, dancers, African drummers, stalls & refreshments. 01323 438743.

3 FREE taster sessions

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now has a snazzy new website.

There are seasonal activities and monthly updates.

You can also “Like” our new facebook page for more fun stuff, news and useful information: www.kidsfunfile.com or www.facebook.com/KidsFunFile

Have fun and get fit on the sea

with a family oriented club All ages from 12 up welcome Must be able to swim 100m Tuesdays & Thursdays 6-7.30pm,

Eastbourne Rowing Club,

The Boathouse, Royal Parade, Eastbourne BN22 7LD. eastbournerowclub@gmail.com

Wanted!

Young people who are creative and imaginative to enter the Friends of Old Town Rec

Art & Photography Competition Entries will be exhibited and judged at Old Town Summer Fete on 20 July.

For details see: www.otr.webeden.co.uk

July 2013 6,7

999 EMERGENCY SERVICES DISPLAY. Western Lawns, Eastbourne seafront. 10.30am-5pm daily. FREE Emergency Services spectacular. Get a close look at emergency response vehicles. Climb into an ambulance or a fire engine - try out the hoses. Arena events, displays & demos from the police dogs, fire brigade, ambulance service & RNLI. Dramatic sea rescue by the coastguard. FREE. 999display.co.uk

8Jul- SUMMER MOHO DISCOVERY CAMP. Moira House, 16Aug Upper Carlisle Rd, Eastbourne. Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm each week. Exciting activities plus day trips each week.

Ages 5-12. £25 per day or £110 per week.

Specialist Weeks include gymnastics and trampolining. moirahouse.co.uk Book (01323) 636800.

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EAST SUSSEX MUSIC SERVICE SUMMER SCHOOL CONCERT. Winter Garden, Compton Street, Eastbourne.

4.30 & 7pm. Afternoon concert: Strings. Evening concert: Woodwind, Brass & Percussion. 01323 412000.

13,14 EASTBOURNE EXTREME. Princes Park & Eastern Seafront.

From 11am each day. The South Coast’s coolest, fastest and most intense FREE sports festival. Huge line up of air, land and water-based sports. Powerboat racing, M.A.D. mountain bike stunt demo team, Urban Shadows parkour, inline skating and local bands playing at the Sound & Motion stage.

FREE event. visiteastbourne.com/extreme

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SUMMER SCHOOL Ages 10-18

SUSSEX ROCKS

Monsters Of

Rock

29 July - 2 August 2013, Willingdon Community School.

We offer five days of music-making with exceptional tutors, with workshops and activities to challenge and inspire guitarists, bass players, drummers, vocalists and keyboard players.

01323 487780 or 07746 770877 www.sussexrocks.org.uk

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CLASSIC BUS RALLY. Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway, Lottbridge Drove. 10am-4pm. Static display of classic and historic buses at EMSR plus free shuttle service between Eastbourne railway station and EMSR. Admission (incl 1 train ride) adult £4.85, child £4.35, under 3s FREE, family (4) £17.50. 01323 520229. emsr.co.uk

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FROG FIRLE FARM SUMMER OPEN DAY. Seaford Road, Alfriston. 10.30am-3pm. Traditional farmer’s crafts and activities, walks and displays with local experts. Try your hand at Welly Wanging, explore the wildlife secrets of the area and discover the farm’s history. 01323 423197. nationaltrust.org.uk/birling-gap-and-the-seven-sisters KIDS FUN FILE SUMMER HOLIDAYS EDITION. This will be delivered to schools, nurseries, tourist information centres and children’s libraries in the week commencing 8 July. If haven’t received a copy, then pop along to one of the above to make sure you don’t miss out on any of the fun family events in Eastbourne & Hailsham this summer!

01323 509999

You can sponsor an ad in

Kids Fun File for only £25.

We distribute 12,500 copies to local families.

For more details, please call Wendy on 01323 731181 or visit www.kidsfunfile.com or ‘Like’ us on facebook: Kids Fun File

Thursday 29th & Friday 30th August 2013 Open to boys & girls aged 7-14

Get Your Skates On!

At Skaters’ Cage, Fisherman’s Green every Saturday 10am-12noon during the school summer holidays.

Plus the whole weekend at Eastbourne Extreme 13 & 14 July All welcome Just turn up and have a go at one of the most exciting team sports www.eastbourne-edge.co.uk

Active Play is supported by Freedom Leisure across Sussex.

Play & sports equipment, mobile dance mats & skate ramps, Nintendo Wii, arts, crafts, facepainting.

Can be hired to come to your venue.

We supply trained staff & activities for private parties, events, fun / activity days or blocks of sessions.

Contact Tasha on 07717 776788 active.play@ freedom-leisure.co.uk

‘TOTAL RUGBY’ COURSE

Inline Skate Hockey Club

Free Seafront Summer Skate Hockey

Active Play

(split into age groups)

2 Games of Bowling or Laser Quest plus a Kids Meal Bag only £7.95* per child!

EARLY BIRD £2.50 per game Sat & Sun 9.30-11am

AFTER SCHOOL BOWL £2.50 per game 3-5pm **

2 Games for only £5!

This voucher entitles up to 4 people to play 2 games of Bowling or Laser Quest for the price of 1 * Offer valid during state school holidays, Monday-Friday 9.30am-6pm. ** Monday-Friday, state school term time only, max. 4 children per adult.

All offers are subject to availability & not valid in conjunction with any other offer or at peak times (Fri & Sat after 6pm). Expiry 31/07/13.

Two day rugby course on College Field, Eastbourne College.

9.30am-3.30pm both days.

Book by Friday 16 August 2013.

All standards welcome, develop core skills.

Run by an RFU level 3 coach & other qualified RFU coaches.

Total cost for the two days £65 (including hot lunch).

For more details or to book call Robin Giles on 07966 680 710 or email: rmgiles@eastbourne-college.co.uk

HERSTMONCEUX CASTLE EVENTS - SUMMER 2013 Sunday 19 May Feathers & Flights Birds of Prey & Archery Day Learn how to fire a longbow

Sunday 7 July Treasures By The Moat Summer Antiques & Attic Sale Browse for that special something 24, 25, 26 August England’s Medieval Festival Weekend Call 020 8150 6767 www.englandsmedievalfestival.com

Sunday 16 June & Monday 17 June Shakespeare’s Globe presents The Taming of the Shrew Open air theatre

Thursday 15 August 3pm Cambridge Touring Theatre presents

Treasure Island Open air theatre & children’s workshop

Sunday 1 September Chapterhouse Theatre presents

Sherlock Holmes & the Hound of the Baskervilles Afternoon - open air theatre

Visit www.herstmonceux-castle.com or call 01323 834479 for more information

We advise confirmation of all events listed, as they may be subject to change.

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Generate CREW

FREE LONDON TRIP funded by Eastbourne Youth Bank Saturday 1st June 2013 We have 13 places (on a first come first served basis) for 13-19 year olds to join Towner’s Sarah & Kat on a trip to London.

The day will commence at 8.45am returning at 5.15pm, departure from Eastbourne.

We will head to Tate Modern and then have a lunch by the river.

Booking is essential and full commitment is expected.

Ask Sarah for info & a booking form: sarah.bolland@eastbourne.gov.uk Towner, College Rd, Eastbourne. 01323 434670

Thinking of getting a new pet?

We can match you to the perfect pet.

Visit us for a free pre-purchase consultation.

www. stannesvets.co.uk

“ANTIQUES ROADSHOW” FILMING. Eastbourne Bandstand. 9.30am-4.30pm. Bring along heirlooms and treasures for free advice & valuation. Programme will be presented by Fiona Bruce. FREE entry.

24-27 ELDERFLOWER FIELDS FAMILY FESTIVAL. Bentley Country Park, north of Lewes. 40+ bands, woodland spa, yoga, zumba. Activities include: sports camp (tennis, athletics, gymnastics, volleyball); Urban Woods (skateboarding, mountain biking, climbing, Parkour, slack lining); creative, theatre & art workshops and cinema tent. Youth Band Competition - view shortlist online and vote for the young band you think should play on the main stage. Free Family Picnic on Sunday. Weekend pass: adult £95, child £40, day tickets available: elderflowerfields.co.uk

Princes Park, Eastbourne 25 May - 1 June, 2 - 9pm

Until SCHOOLS & COLLEGES “PORTRAITS” EXHIBITION. 9June Towner, College Road, Eastbourne. Tues-Sun 10am-6pm.

Every portrait tells a story, connecting us to people across time and space. Over 1000 young people from Sussex have created their own portraits in a range of media. Enter the Portrait Booth and explore the idea of portraits coming to life, be the star of your own Towner collection painting!

FREE. 25

EASTBOURNE’S SUNSHINE CARNIVAL. From Fisherman’s Green to Wish Tower slopes. From 4pm. Annual procession of local charities, schools and businesses with live music.

Theme is “Sussex by the Sea”. Don’t forget some coins for the charity buckets!

25,26 EASTBOURNE SPORTS FESTIVAL. Eastbourne Sports Park & Sports Centres. Activity taster sessions at the tiny price of £1 per person per sport. Try tennis, squash, skating, trampolining, street dance, fencing, rugby, basketball, athletics, martial arts, zumba, scuba, diving and lifeguarding and more. View timetable and book online: eastbourne.gov.uk/leisure/sport/council/eastbourne-sportsfestival 25May FUNFAIR. Princes Park, Eastbourne. 2-9pm. All the fun of -1Jun the fair. White knuckle rides, traditional rides, dodgems and side shows. All rides & attractions each only £1.50 per person. walls-funfair.co.uk

© Wendy and Paul Potton 1995. Tel: (01323) 731181 www.kidsfunfile.com

CRAZY LOW PRICES

ALL DAY EVERY DAY

ALL RIDES & SHOWS:

only each

Amazing value Free entry - Free parking Info: 07766 115 320 www.walls-funfair.co.uk

Meets Fridays 6.15-7.15pm at the Bridge Club, 11 Wish Rd, BN21 4NX Coaching and match play All ages and abilities welcome £2 per session

EASTBOURNE TOWN YOUTH F.C.

(formerly Old Town Youth FC)

CALLING ALL FUTURE WORLD CUP WINNERS! Boys and girls required for the 2013/2014 SEASON. Boys: Under 6s - Under18s, Girls: Under 9s - Under 14s.

Come and join the most successful youth football club in Eastbourne!

Tel: Tony Guarino

(01323) 508684

Tel: 07949 530 310

Be The Best!

Maths Tuition

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FREE LONDON TRIP WITH THE TOWNER’S GENERATE CREW. 8.45am-5.15pm. 13 lucky 13-19 year olds can visit London and the Tate Modern for FREE thanks to funding from Eastbourne Youth Bank. Booking is essential and full commitment is expected.

Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

Email Sarah for more information and a booking form: sarah.bolland@eastbourne.gov.uk

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EASTBOURNE CYCLING FESTIVAL. Western Lawns. Bike stunt displays, mountain bike ride, youth races, Bling Your Bike, blend your own bike-powered smoothies, improve your bike handling and skills at Go-Ride and Watt Bike Schools Challenge. Plus new bikes, cycling equipment and clothing stalls. 01424 810096 eastbournecyclingfestival.co.uk

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TAKE THAT TRIBUTE SHOW. Eastbourne Bandstand.

8-9.30pm. Advance tickets: adult £7.50, child £5.25.

On the night: adult £9, child £6.25. 01323 410611. eastbournebandstand.co.uk

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BLACKOUT & BUNTING. Redoubt, Royal Parade, Eastbourne. 10am-4pm. Slip back in time and experience life on the Home Front in the 1940s. Historical re-enactors and make do & mend activities. Bomber Command grenade practise at 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Stroll round the Vintage Market then join Utility Jude to find out how to make do and mend to save your precious clothing coupons. Wartime Fashion show at 12noon. Visit the Red Cross Medical Station. Help the Home Guard secure the fortress, find out what to do in an air raid and pose for a photo (extra charge) in a wartime outfit.

Adult £6, child £4, family £15. 01323 410300.

First lesson free.

St Giles Eastbourne

HOST FAMILIES required within walking distance of the school.

From April to September, for students of all ages from 14 upwards.

All nationalities.

Good rates.

Families holding CRB Disclosures particularly welcome.

Please contact: The Accommodation Officer, St Giles Eastbourne, 13 Silverdale Road, Eastbourne, BN20 7AJ. Tel: 01323 744067 accommodation@ stgiles-eastbourne.co.uk www.stgiles-international.com

ABBA TRIBUTE SHOW. Eastbourne Bandstand. 8-9.30pm.

Advance tickets: adult £7.50, child £5.25.

On the night: adult £9, child £6.25. 01323 410611. eastbournebandstand.co.uk

Eastbourne Study Centre Dale Kusano- Puffett

01424 754633 Ratton School Academy Park Avenue BN21 2XR eastbourne@ kumoncentre.co.uk

June 2013

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From age 4 to degree level.

Very flexible and experienced in problem cases.

Eastbourne & surrounding areas.

STREET STYLES 2013. Winter Garden, Eastbourne. 5pm.

Action packed street dance performances with UK dance champions, TV stars and hosted by surprise guest from Sky’s “Got to Dance”. Tickets £10, under 3s FREE. 01323 412000.

Spanish Tuition Liz Newing BA Hons, PGCE Experienced primary & secondary Spanish language teacher.

All ages to GCSE. CRB checked.

01323 723596 / 07773 459 225

Full set of nail extensions for that special occasion only £25, incl gems or nail art.

St Giles Eastbourne TRAIN TO TEACH ENGLISH 4-week intensive

Teacher Training Courses leading to the Trinity Cert TESOL, an internationally recognised qualification.

3 - 28 June, 2 - 27 September 2013 Course fee: £992 For further details contact: The Director of Studies, St Giles Eastbourne, 13 Silverdale Road, Eastbourne. BN20 7AJ. 01323 729167 dos@stgiles-eastbourne.co.uk www.stgiles-international.com

Wanted!

Young people who are creative and imaginative to enter the Friends of Old Town Rec

Art & Photography Competition Entries will be exhibited and judged at Old Town Summer Fete on 20 July For details see: www.otr.webeden.co.uk

www.vintagemotoringcompany.co.uk

STARTRACK 2013 ~ ADVANCED ~ FUN WEEK OF ATHLETICS Eastbourne Sports Park 10am-3pm, 5-9 August Learn to pole vault, high jump, hurdle & throw the hammer.

Play games.

Run in races & relays.

Free T shirt.

Ages 8-15. £56 for the week.

eastbournestartrack@hotmail.co.uk

Act, Sing & Dance with

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15-22 AEGON INTERNATIONAL TENNIS. Devonshire Park.

10am-9pm. Pre-Wimbledon tournament with world class tennis. British No.1 Laura Robson will be playing.

FREE Family Day on Saturday 15th: FREE entry to the grounds. Some unreserved seats on the Centre Court, tickets for these from onsite box office on the day. Box Office 0844 581 3015 for all other tickets. lta.org.uk 16

FATHERS’ DAY CLAY SHOOTING. Knockhatch Adventure Park, A22, Hailsham. 10am-5.30pm. Special treat for dads - one FREE Laser Clay Shooting session on the day.

Admission: adult £7.99, child (3-16) £9.49, child (aged 2) £3.99, family (2+2) £31.99. knockhatch.com

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MICHELHAM GOES WILD! Michelham Priory, Upper Dicker. 10.30am-5pm. A weekend celebrating wildlife and all our furry friends. Wildlife activities, dog show and dog agility competition, craft show and barbecue. Admission: adult £7.50, child £4, family (of 4) £20.

01323 844224.

Spotlight Theatre Club Musical theatre classes ages 5-9 & 9-14, £5 per class.

Call Jane on 01323 720039.

Inline Skate Hockey Club

Get Your Skates On! Free Seafront Summer Skate Hockey At Skaters’ Cage, Fisherman’s Green every Saturday 10am-12noon during the school summer holidays.

Plus the whole weekend at Eastbourne Extreme 13 & 14 July All welcome Just turn up and have a go at one of the most exciting team sports www.eastbourne-edge.co.uk

OPEN FARM SUNDAY. Blackstock Farm, Grove Hill, Hellingly. FREE entry today. Explore the farm and woodland walks and visit the farm animals. Horse and cart rides may also be available, subject to weather. blackstockfarm.co.uk

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EASTBOURNE ARMED FORCES DAY. 10am-5pm.

Redoubt, Royal Parade, Eastbourne. Living history performances, music and dance. FREE entry to Parade Ground for event. 01323 410300.

29,30 LARK IN THE PARK & BARK IN THE PARK. Seaside Recreation Ground, Eastbourne. 11am-4pm (funfair until 8pm). Charity family fun day with light-hearted dog show from 12noon on Sunday. Funfair, entertainment, dancers, African drummers, stalls & refreshments.

01323 438743. larkintheparkcharity.org.uk

3 FREE taster sessions

Have fun and get fit on the sea with a family oriented club All ages from 12 up welcome Must be able to swim 100m Tuesdays & Thursdays 6-7.30pm

Eastbourne Rowing Club, The Boathouse, Royal Parade, Eastbourne BN22 7LD eastbournerowclub@gmail.com

‘TOTAL RUGBY’ COURSE Thursday 29th & Friday 30th August 2013 Open to boys & girls aged 7-14 (split into age groups)

Two day rugby course on College Field, Eastbourne College.

9.30am-3.30pm both days.

Book by Friday 16 August 2013.

All standards welcome, develop core skills.

Run by an RFU level 3 coach & other qualified RFU coaches.

Total cost for the two days £65 (including hot lunch).

For more details or to book call Robin Giles on 07966 680 710 or email: rmgiles@eastbourne-college.co.uk

FREE EVENT !

July 2013 6,7

999 EMERGENCY SERVICES DISPLAY. Western Lawns, Eastbourne seafront. 10.30am-5pm daily. FREE Emergency Services spectacular. Get a really close look at emergency response vehicles. Climb onboard an ambulance or a fire engine. Arena events, plus displays & demos from the police dogs, fire brigade, ambulance service, RNLI and a dramatic sea rescue by the coastguard. FREE. 999display.co.uk

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EAST SUSSEX MUSIC SERVICE SUMMER SCHOOL CONCERT. Winter Gardens, Compton Street, Eastbourne.

4.30 & 7pm. Afternoon concert: Strings; evening concert: Woodwind, Brass & Percussion. 01323 412000.

2 June 2013 Western Lawns Cycling & Sports Activities: Closed Road Races & Rides Go-Ride Cycle Skills Challenge, Cycle Speedway Demo Watt Bike Challenge Off Road Biking Time Trials & Bike Doctor Eastbourne Cyclosportive eastbournecyclingfestival.co.uk

13,14 EASTBOURNE EXTREME. Princes Park & Eastern Seafront. From 11am each day. The South Coast’s coolest, fastest and most intense FREE sports festival. Huge line up of air, land and water based sports. M.A.D. mountain bike stunt demo team, Urban Shadows parkour, powerboat racing, Sk8 School inline skating and local bands playing at the Sound & Motion stage. Spray Watersports will be offering taster sessions in windsurfing and sailing. FREE inline skate sessions with Eastbourne Edge at Fisherman’s Green.

FREE event. Really cool aerial photography time-lapse video of last year’s event at: visiteastbourne.com/extreme Once you’ve seen it you won’t want to miss this year’s Extreme!

We advise confirmation of all events listed, as they may be subject to change.