WJ News - December 2023

Christmas is Nearly Here!

The festive season is upon us and the Walled Garden Team is very excited to see our Woodcote Juniors during this special time of the year.

We hope to see you over the coming weeks - whether you are hunting for the elf, making Christmas cards and decorations, visiting Santa's Grotto or having fun at our Christmas Party.

The Walled Garden will be open every day except Christmas Day and we look forward to welcoming you and spreading some Christmas joy!

Issy Adolphy Walled Garden Manager

Walled Garden Christmas Opening Times Christmas Eve: 9.00am-4.00pm (Last entry 3.15pm) Christmas Day: Closed Boxing Day: 9.00am-4.00pm (Last entry 3.15pm) Wednesday 27 to Saturday 30 December: 9.00am-7.00pm (Last entry 5.45pm) New Years Eve and New Year's Day: 9.00am-4.00pm (Last entry 3.15pm)

Elf on a Shelf Friday 1 to Sunday 24 December Treat your WJs to the magic of discovering the Walled Garden's mischevious Elf on a Shelf who has the important job of being Santa's eyes and ears during the busy Christmas season.

Our tiny scout will embark on daily adventures across our facilities, including the soft play area, Junior Lounge and Garden Café, bringing festive joy to the children and igniting their imagination.

This is a walk-in event and there is no need to book.

Please click here for Woodcote Park festive opening hours.

Santa is Coming to Woodcote Park Show

Walled Garden Christmas Party

Woodcote Park, Cedar Room Thursday 7 December, 6.00-7.00pm

Thursday 14 December, 4.30-6.00pm

Celebrate the festive season at our Experience the magic of the season with Santa and Sven in an enchanting Christmas Party, suitable for 3 to 7 interactive show designed for the year olds. It will include a magic show, whole family. Immerse yourself in a balloon modelling, games, music and a bubble machine. Food and delightful atmosphere filled with Christmas sweet treats will be laughter, merry tunes and a treasure provided and each child will receive a trove of Christmas surprises.

Christmas party bag to take home.

Entertaining for both adults and children alike.

WJs: £10.00, non-WJs £12.00.

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For more information or to book, please email the Walled Garden.

Christmas Arts and Crafts Saturday 9, Sunday 10, Saturday 16, Sunday 17 December and Saturday 23 December, 10.00am-4.00pm Join us for a festive crafting extravaganza. Let the Walled Garden Team guide your WJs and their guests to create their own Christmas decorations transforming simple materials using colourful paper, glitter and plenty of festive creativity. This is a walk-in event and there is no need to book.

Multi-Activity Camps Christmas Holiday Multi-Activity Camps Monday 18 to Friday 22 December NEW January Weekend Multi-Activity Camp Saturday 13 January 2024 February Half Term Multi-Activity Camps Monday 12 to Friday 16 February 2024 The Walled Garden Team will be hosting Multi-Activity Camps for different age groups ranging from toddlers to 11 year olds during the school holidays.

We are introducing a new weekend Multi-Activity Camp on Saturday 13 January which is suitable for 5 to 7 year olds.

We offer full day and half day camps. Full day camp drop off is at 9.30am and pick up is at 4.30pm. Half day camps are from 9.30am-1.00pm or 1.004.30pm. Please bring a swimming costume and water bottle when attending a camp. A packed lunch will also be required for children attending a full day or a morning camp.

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WJ and Junior Tennis

Junior Golf Academy

Mini Tennis - Saturdays 9.00-9.45am: 5 to 8 years 9.45-10.30am: 9 to 12 years

November saw the graduation of the first 68 Juniors from the newly established Junior Golf Academy.

Junior Tennis Academy Please click here to view the dates for Please click here to view the dates for the upcoming assessment days and the next Junior Tennis Academy. sessions for the Junior Golf Academy in 2024.

For further information or to book, please email Barry Hewer.

For further information or to book, please email Jason Neve.

WJ and Junior Squash

Swimming Crash Course

Mini Squash (Beginners) 9.00-10.00am: ages 6 to 10 years

Monday 12 to Friday 16 February

WJ and Junior Squash (Intermediates) 10.00-11.00am: ages 10 to 14 years Junior Squash (Advanced) 11.00am-12 noon: age 14 years+ For more information or to book, please email Oli Pett.

We are delighted to be able to offer a week of intensive swimming lessons for children aged 4 to 7 during February Half Term.

Classes will be at 9.00-9.30am and 9.30-10.00am depending on ability.

Up to eight participants per class.

For further information or to book, please email Caroline Legge.

Ballet Spring Term

Music with Irani

Tuesday 9 January to Wednesday 27 March

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10.00-10.40am

The spring term will run for 11 weeks.

Classes start from Year 6 and are grouped based on your child's ballet grade. Please click here for more information on classes.

Join us each week for an interactive music session with Irani which is suitable for toddlers. The cost is £8.50 per session for WJs, £10.00 per session for non-WJs.

To book, please email Jenni Hay.

For further information and to book, please email The Walled Garden.

WJs Pancake Party

Birthday Parties in the Walled Garden

Woodcote Park, Cedar Room Tuesday 13 February, 4.00-5.30pm Come along to our children's pancake party in Woodcote Park. WJs can enjoy a pancake buffet which involves decorating and eating their own creations. There will be fun-filled activities, pancake-themed games and party food.

Please note that parents and guardians will be required to stay on site for the duration of this event.

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Available Throughout the Year Let the Walled Garden Team organise the fun activities and entertainment for your child's birthday party.

You have a choice of three party packages ranging from a pool party to free play in the Walled Garden or an activity based party which could include NERF, arts and crafts, team games or sports.

For further information and to book, please email The Walled Garden.

Valentine's Day Arts and Crafts

Mother's Day Card Making

Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 February 2024, 10.00am-4.00pm

Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 March 2024, 10.00am-4.00pm

Enjoy our Valentine's Day loveinspired creative arts and crafts workshop. This is a walk-in event and there is no need to book.

Take advantage of the opportunity for WJs to make their own personalised Mother's Day cards. This is a walk-in event and there is no need to book.

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