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WELCOME TO THE SPRING 2022 EDITION!

IN THIS ISSUE Bite Sized News

We have some big news for you ... this is the last edition of our MK & Bucks magazine!

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Before you panic, let me reassure you - we're not stopping the Toddle About magazine. In fact, from July, we're replacing the MK & Bucks magazine with two separate magazines - one for North Bucks & Bedford and the other for South Bucks.

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Over time, we've become convinced that the current area covered by this magazine is too big. After all, how many people would travel from Milton Keynes to High Wycombe (or vice versa) for a baby class or tots group?

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By moving to two magazines for Bucks we can make sure that ALL the content of the magazine is relevant to you. This provides a better service to you, our readers, and also means our advertisers will get even better response levels. Kind of a no-brainer really!

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As you may already be aware, we are currently looking for the right person to taken over the reins for these new magazines.

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We already have some fabulous new franchisees coming in to take over the South Bucks magazine, but we're still on the hunt for someone to make their mark with the new North Bucks & Bedford magazine. Could it be you? Find out more on p.9.

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Bite SIZE D N EWS Fireman Sam Saves the Circus Fun and Learning at Hampstead Gate At Hampstead Gate Day Nursery in Milton Keynes, practitioners are on a mission to give children the best possible start in life. At the setting, days are filled with exciting activities, planned around personal interests and designed in line with EYFS principles. With stimulating learning spaces, state of the art toys and equipment, messy play stations and ‘role play’ areas, each child from six weeks to nearly five years is able to immerse themselves in the vast opportunities on offer. www.childbasepartnership.com/nursery/ hampstead-gate-day-nursery/. See P.7

Sunday 1 May 11am & 2.30pm at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre When all of his friends go away, Norman Price decides to find adventure in Pontypandy and become the star of a visiting circus. But with a tiger on the loose and faulty lights, the adventure soon turns to danger. Can Fireman Sam come to the rescue and save the circus?

Join Sam, Penny, Elvis, Station Officer Steele and Norman in an all singing, dancing, action-packed show. You can become a fire-fighter cadet and then watch the magic of the circus!

Book tickets at atgtickets.com/Aylesbury or call 0844 871 7615. See P.26

Birthday Fun for Your Little One At Active Creative, they love celebrating birthdays and they have the perfect party packages for you. Aimed at 1-5 year olds, their Dinky Dancers Parties are packed full of dancing, singing, games and adventures. From Encanto to Paw Patrol, the energetic and friendly team are experienced in tailoring parties to suit your child’s interests to make it the best day ever.

Offer: Quote code TODDLEABOUT20 for 20% off Email hannahwarren@active-creative.com or call 07597 959937.

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Tot Bop is Back!

Tot Bop have re-launched their live dance classes for ages 1-9 in Herts, Beds and Bucks, including a new Saturday venue in Aston Clinton, and are delighted to have real humans in front of them again! COVID-safe procedures have been implemented with reduced capacity in each class but they still have all the fun, moves and grooves! And their amazing online classes continue too. Imaginative and educational, their online classes use animation to enhance learning and create magical worlds.

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Milton Keynes Baby & Children’s Market will be at Medbourne Pavilion on Saturday 30th April and Sunday 3rd July. Stalls will be bursting with new and nearly-new baby and children’s clothes, toys, equipment and more. Plus a small selection of unique businesses showcasing their products and services. Come along and grab some bargains or clean out your cupboards and book a stall!

When: Saturday 30th April, 3pm - 5pm When: Sunday 3rd July, 3.30pm - 5pm Medbourne Pavilion, MK5 6LS. £1.50 entry, kids free! www.babyandchildrensmarket.co.uk

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Signing Classes in Buckingham Did you know that learning to sign with your baby can alleviate frustration, improve language acquisition, and create a stronger bond with your baby? Can you imagine your baby telling you when they are hungry or want mummy? The Signing Company's classes include fun, bubbles, props and music, plus resources to take home. Access their amazing classes all over Milton Keynes and now they are also in Buckingham at the Community Centre on Thursday Mornings from 9.30am.

Offer: Sign up for the term and get 1 week free www.nikki.thesigningcompany.co.uk. See P.29

The Tiger Who Came to Tea, Fri 1 - Sat 2 July 2022. Tickets from £15.

Following a smash-hit West End season, the teaguzzling tiger is back on the road in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, singa-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem ... expect to be surprised!

Offer: £2 off per ticket - strictly limited availability. www.atgtickets.com/shows/the-tiger-who- cameto-tea/aylesbury-waterside-theatre/. See P.17

Monkey Music Classes Come to Princes Risborough The award-winning Monkey Music classes are coming to Princes Risborough! The 4 stage, age-specific curriculum uses music as a base to support baby, toddler and pre-schooler social, physical, and language development within a fun, stimulating and friendly environment. Join the team for a free open day on Friday 22nd April to see what the classes are all about. Regular classes commence from Friday 29th April. aylesbury@monkeymusic.co.uk. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. See P.39 THE AUTHOR

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Offer: £5 off a course when you quote 'Toddle About'.

Spend some quality time with your little one, singing and dancing to your (and their!) favourite songs. Designed for 0-5s, Ragdolly Annas classes are 45 minutes of high energy music and dancing, supported by props, bubbles and parachute. Half termly themes are followed with a brand new playlist every single week. Grown up sing-a-long songs are always included to ensure that you have as much fun as your little one.

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Little Wonders is based in Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes, and offers baby and toddler classes.

Whether its massage, tummy time, reflexology or yoga you want, you'll find it here. Group sessions are available as well as online and private at home sessions. Sessions are relaxed, friendly and a great opportunity to meet other new parents.

The Most Important Thing a New Parent Might Do Are you expecting a baby, or are a new parent or grandparent? Thinking about starting weaning but worried about choking? If so, attending one of Kate's classes is a must! Kate delivers Daisy First Aid's multi award-winning paediatric first aid classes right across Milton Keynes, Bedford and surrounding areas. These classes are fun, friendly and informal with plenty of hands on practise. You can choose to host a private class from the comfort of your own home or attend a local venue class.

Offer: Quote TODDLEABOUT10 for 10% off your place at a Family First Aid class with Kate www.daisyfirstaid.com/first-aid-bedford-milton-keynes. See P.24

Stanto’s Panto is Back – Dec 2022

It's Hard Being a New Parent Kelly at You and Baby Postnatal provides non-judgmental emotional and practical support for parents and families during the first few months after the arrival of their newborn. With a range of services tailored to the individual family, Kelly can support parents where they need it most. From breastfeeding, reflux and sleep concerns, to allowing you to catch up on sleep or have a shower, services include both advice and hands-on, practical support, such as Postnatal Planning Sessions; In-home Postnatal Support Packages; Single Session Support and Bedtime Support for parents who have other children.

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Stantonbury Theatre is pleased to announce RARE Pantomimes’ return with Cinderella! This professional pantomime is RARE’s second Christmas outing with Stantonbury Theatre, the first being with Beauty and the Beast back in 2019. Tickets for this fun-filled, traditional pantomime are on sale now!

Make sure to check out their What’s On page for more upcoming children’s theatre including The Sand Dragon and Tricky Teddy’s Family Magic Show. www.stantonburytheatre.co.uk. See P.24

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Ways to Encourage Toddler Independence

The “Me Do It” toddler phase can be challenging, but it’s an important developmental time. Our friends at Bright Horizons share five ways to encourage this independence.

The stage between 18 and 36 months will include varying degrees of intensity depending on your toddler’s temperament. This stage comes with challenges such as toddler temper tantrums, which are well known, but try to also see it as a cause for celebration. It shows your child is recognising themselves as separate from others and feels safe and confident enough to take risks.

When children are allowed to try things on their own, they master new skills and build self-esteem.

Allowing your child opportunities to do things independently takes longer than if you helped, but the end results are worth the extra effort.

Tips for encouraging toddler development:

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Offer reasonable choices when possible.

It’s not always possible, but this is a good time to start picking your battles and it’s important to enable them to feel they have some element of control. For issues you feel you need to challenge, try offering two alternatives, e.g., “You can wear the green shirt or the blue shirt.” This strategy allows you to set appropriate limits, while acknowledging your child’s need to “do it myself.”

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Make your home toddler-friendly.

Keep plastic cups and bowls or pots and pans in a low cupboard within your child’s reach. Buy simple trousers or skirts with an elastic waistband instead of poppers and buttons. Place sturdy stools in the bathroom. This helps your toddler become more independent while ensuring safety.

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Work together on toddler-friendly activities.

Children have an innate need to contribute.

Toddlers can help with chores and other household activities. Let your toddler pour flour into a batch of cookie dough or buy child-size gardening tools to be used in the garden. This will boost their selfconfidence, which can also increase cooperation.

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Add “toddler time” to your daily routine.

Toddlers are notorious dawdlers and can wreak havoc on a tight or well-oiled schedule. Try to build some extra time into your routine to allow for your toddler’s burgeoning independence. You’ll feel more patient and your toddler will feel more in control.

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Give clear, simple directions.

Sometimes you must intervene to prevent behaviour problems from developing. In this case, use clear, direct language. Tell your child what you want him to do, rather than what you don’t want him to do, and offer empathy and understanding to reduce toddler tantrums. For example, perhaps your toddler wants to climb the shelves to reach a favourite snack. Say, “This isn’t safe. I will help you.

You can get the bowls from the bottom cupboard.”

It’s only the beginning Your child will continue to navigate between independence and the need for parental security throughout childhood and even into young adulthood. The struggle is normal, healthy, and completely necessary for children to become strong, self-sufficient adults. Your role as a parent is to lead them through by example and guide them with gentle direction, while fostering and maintaining a warm, trusting relationship.

This article was written by Bright Horizons. For more expert advice, or information about Bright Horizons nurseries in your local area, take a look at www.brighthorizons.co.uk or give them a call on 0371 346 1081.

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Weekend camping from £58.85 (child) to £165.85 (adult).

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Aimed at families with children aged 0-13 years, Gloworm Festival inspires the imagination with a wealth of entertainment, from live music and workshops to theatre and cooking. 2022 has a stellar line-up including Justin Fletcher, Phats and Small, Maddie Moate (pictured), Absolute Bowie and Andy and the Odd Socks and many more.

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Full weekend cost: £71.50 adult, £49.50 child exc. camping.

Towersey Festival is a festival for all ages, from tiny tots to grandparents - a true community of music, creativity, friendship, and fun. Enjoy a packed programme with 4 days of music, dance, spoken word & comedy, food, real ale & cider, crafts, games, workshops and fun, plus a dedicated space for toddlers.

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Thank you to everyone who entered our New Year Toddle Models competition!

We hope you enjoy looking through the entries as much as we have.

Congratulations go to Willow and family who have won a bundle of Early Learning Centre toys worth £130! www.elc.co.uk.

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I remember my son, aged three. It was 4am and he was in the bathroom wailing. ‘The toothpaste looks funny!’ he sobbed as I stumbled out of bed to see what the problem was.

‘The toothpaste’s fine.’ I sighed as I picked him up to take him back to bed.

‘It’s not. I don’t like it!’ He began to yell hysterically.

Young children’s emotions can be big, confusing and, frankly, overwhelming. It might be that they have a particular idea about something or they’ve become hooked into a problem. Rather than face a full meltdown you try to find a fix. You replace one perfectly fine banana with another, you clean an invisible mark from a jumper or scramble around for a different colour lolly. But the emotion simply seems to escalate. The replacement isn’t ‘right’. The colour is still ‘wrong’. The smell is ‘funny’ and ‘not good’.

So how do we help our child through these tricky emotional states? What’s the best way for a parent to respond to the many challenging behaviours that can come alongside them?

As I think back to that 4am toothpaste incident, the thing that helped (once I had tried the ‘there’s nothing wrong’ line), was getting down to his level and simply saying, ‘You feel really upset because the toothpaste looks funny’.

Let me explain why such basic steps create a foundation for trust and ease around a young child’s emotions and how to move through these big emotions with your own child.

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The most important thing to know is that young children rely on you to work out their emotions.

Although they often become fixated on a problem or a particular solution, really they are looking to make sense of their emotions through you. You’re the person they trust to learn what’s safe and what isn’t and how they should respond. They need to know that you can bear their emotions, understand what’s going on and guide them through.

Here are five steps to help you when those big, overwhelming emotions arrive:

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Model sturdiness and security: Your child’s emotions can feel scary. They can be big and disorientating. They are frantically either trying to take control or becoming overwhelmed and scared.

It’s therefore important that you model sturdiness and security and prioritise keeping your child safe.

You might say: ‘I can see you’re feeling a lot of big feelings. I won’t let you hurt me or damage your toys.

You’re safe here with me.’

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Connect with the feelings: When you connect to your child’s feelings, you watch and listen and summarise in very simple terms. Sometimes your child’s upset is understandable, at other times it can be baffling. Either way, by acknowledging their experiences, they trust that you are paying attention. You might say ‘You didn’t want the banana cut,’ or ‘You want me to know that these trousers are the wrong colour’.

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Help them process the emotion: You want your child to start to recognise and observe their own feelings, rather than just reacting. To do this, describe an emotion with the word ‘feel’ in front: ‘You feel cross’, or ‘You feel sad and worried’. When you add an emotion word such as cross or sad or worried, your child is more able to observe their own experience. Rather than just reacting, they slowly begin thinking and reflecting.

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Guiding your child through: One of the most confusing aspects of parenting a toddler is that they often don’t seem to know what they really want. They want the banana sliced and then they hate it that you’ve sliced it. They wish they could have another ice lolly but then cry when you manage to find one. Trying to fix the problem or offer choices simply leaves them feeling more confused and overwhelmed. When emotions are frantic and confusing, your job is to slow things down and acknowledge and soothe. Although the emotions can be intense, the more sturdy and aware you are, the more effectively they settle.

My final piece of advice is to be kind to yourself.

Helping your child through all of these big emotions can be a bumpy ride. There will be days when it feels easier and days when your energy and focus are being pulled in all directions. Take heart. Your child doesn’t need perfect parenting, she needs good enough and that will mean plenty of mistakes and repairs and do overs, with lots of reflecting and talking. Nothing is more helpful and supportive than this.

When your child struggles with fearful, anxious emotions Although anxiety feels frightening, it’s important to think of it as a normal human emotion. Your job is to help your child learn how to manage it by creating a sense of safety and security whilst helping them work through the feeling.

Here are some ways in which you can support your child:

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Slow things down and talk about the feelings/ needs that come up for your child: ‘You feel a bit wobbly’, ‘You want mummy to be near’.

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Make sure your movements are gentle and steady and comfortable: Your child picks up on your body language more than your words.

Slower, sturdy movements and simple phrases signal safety.

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Find a sweet spot in between trying to push your child to overcome a fear and simply pulling away: This might be helping your child join in with a small action. For example, you could say, ‘You’re really not sure about dogs, let’s do a tiny little wave just so we can find a brave feeling to help you’.

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Reflecting later: If your child’s emotions have been large and distressed, it’s helpful to return later, once things have settled, to what happened.

This works best when your child is well rested and fed and everything is settled. The secret here is to give a simple description of what happened.

You could say: ‘Mummy loves you and you felt some really big emotions when we went to playgroup. You felt really cryey and Jessie had to cuddle you and help you say goodbye’. When you talk about things afterwards without tension or judgement, you give your child an extra sense of security. These emotions were tricky but they were okay. Mummy and I can cope. We’re safe.

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Later, tell the story of the feeling. Balance describing the worried feeling with the small brave feeling. ‘We saw a dog and you felt wobbly.

So mummy stayed with you and we did a little brave wave to the dog to make us feel a bit better’.

Dr Anne Lane is a Clinical Psychologist and author. Her new book Nurture Your Child’s Emotional Intelligence: 5 Steps to Help Your Child Cope with Big Emotional and Build Resilience is available through all major book sellers.

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SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Holiday Inn Hotel, Milton Keynes Central, 500 Saxon Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 10:00 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £17 (booking essential).

Dates: 25 Apr - 18 Jul.

HEALTH & WELLNESS Milk Mentors

The Windmill Children’s Centre, Bounty Street, New Bradwell, MK13 0BQ. www.milkmentors.org.

• Milk Mentors MK Drop-In: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: Bump - 3 yrs.

Cost: Free (book). Dates: 25 Apr, 9 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 20 Jun & 4 Jul. Follow us for daily updates!

Daisychain Family Centre

Hedgerows Family Centre

Playzone, Langland Road, Netherfield, MK6 4NP. • Cafe: 11:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs (drop in).

• APA Mini Movers: 11:45 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs (book).

• Health Visitor Checks: 13:00 - 15:00. Ages: 1 - 3 mths (book).

Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 12 Jul. • Breastfeeding Cafe: 13:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs (drop in).

Dates: 3 May, 7 Jun & 5 Jul. Cost: Free.

Hummingbird Children’s Centre

Broughton Fields School, Shackerstone Close, MK6 4LP. 01908 609609.

• Stay and Play: 9:30 - 10:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

• The Nest: 13:00 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 2 mths.

Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Little Owls Children’s Centre

Oxley Park Community Centre, Redgrave Drive, Oxley Park, MK4 4TA. 01908 520261.

• Walk with Activities: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Apr - Jun 2022

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Fun development classes for parents and their 0-4 years old

Inspiring Play Together

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Classes held across Milton Keynes Book online at www.babycollege.co.uk

MK Christian Centre Parent and Toddler Group

Milton Keynes Christian Centre, Strudwick Drive, Oldbrook, MK6 2TG. 01908 670655. www.mkcc.org.uk.

Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in).

Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Milton Keynes Central Library

555 Silbury Boulevard, MK9 3HL. • Song and Rhyme Time: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 2 yrs.

• Storytime: 10:45 - 11:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Woburn Sands Library

The Institute, High Street, Woburn Sands, MK17 8SD. • Story Time: 11:15 - 11:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Moorlands Family Centre

Beanhill Local Centre, Dodkin, MK6 4LP. 01908 679819.

• Sensory Play: 8:30 - 17:00. Ages: 0 - 2 yrs (booking essential).

• Baby Group: 13:45 - 14:45. Ages: Pregnancy - 11/2 yrs (drop in).

Cost: Free. Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Pebbles Children's Centre

Newlyn Place, Fishermead Boulevard, MK6 2LP. 01908 240556.

• Baby Explorers: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

• Stay and Play: 13:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Rainbow Children’s Centre

Pepper Hill School, Bradville, MK13 7BQ. 01908 227925.

• Stay and Play: 13:00 - 14:30. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Robins Children’s Centre

Ashbrook School, 38 The High Street, Two Mile Ash, MK8 8NA. 01908 318 758.

• Story, Songs and Rhyme Time: 9:00 - 10:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

The Robins Children’s Centre

Glovers Lane, Heelands, MK13 7QL. 01908 318 758.

• Robins Walk: 11:00 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 19 Jul.

Squirrels Children's Centre

Wood End First School, Redbridge, Stantonbury, MK14 6BB. 01908 317863.

• Bumps and Babies: 13:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Tickford Meadow/Woodlands Children Centres

Thames Drive, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9DS. 01908 217135.

• Butterflies: 13:00 - 14:15. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Inclusive group for children with additional needs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Cha Char Chimps CIC

Bath House Community Centre, Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK12 5RL. www.ccchimps.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00.

Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 19 Apr - 19 Jul. 30 Toddle About MK & Bucks Apr - Jun 2022

Award-winning entertainment for pre-school children Our classes introduce Action songs, propsyou andand puppets everyone week. your little Fun & COVID safe environment. to fun learning for life!

Summer shows running during school holidays!

Classes held across Buckinghamshire

Book online at:

ccchimps.com/milton-keynes-booking-sasha or email ness@ccchimps.com Music Bugs Milton Keynes

360 Play, Roebuck Way, Knowlhill, MK5 8HL. 08448 221158. www.musicbugs.co.uk.

• Music Bugs: 10:00 - 10:35 & 11:00 - 11:35.

Get 3 sessions (in a row) as a trial for just £12 Ages: 3 mths - 4 yrs. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 26 Apr - 5 Jul.

Ragdolly Annas

The Olney Centre, High Street, Olney, MK46 4EF. 07989 713745. www.ragdollyannas.com.

• Ragdolly Annas: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

High energy, music and rhyme activity for the 0-5s Cost: £5.95 (booking essential). Dates: 19 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 5 Jul.

The Signing Company

The Old Fire Station, Woburn Sands, MK17 8GP. 07730 535325. www.nikki.thesigningcompany.co.uk.

• Signing Babies: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 5 mths - 21/2 yrs.

• Signing Toddlers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 11/2 - 31/2 yrs.

Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 3 May - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT

Baby College Milton Keynes & Buckingham

North Crawley Institute, 3 Folly Lane, North Crawley, MK16 9LN. 07976 484212. www.babycollege.co.uk.

• Junior Class: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 18 mths - 4 yrs • Toddler Class: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 9 - 18 mths Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 19 Apr - 5 Jul.

Baby College Milton Keynes & Buckingham

Newton Leys Pavilion, Furzey Way, Newton Leys, MK3 5SP. 07976 484212. www.babycollege.co.uk.

• Infant Class: 12:30 - 13:15.

• Toddler Class: 13:30 - 14:15.

Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 19 Apr - 5 Jul.

PHYSICAL FUN

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

Medbourne Pavilion, Pascal Drive, Medbourne, Milton Keynes, MK5 6LS. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk.

Times: 14:15 - 14:45. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £5.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 19 Apr - 19 Jul.

Little Wonders Baby Massage

Little Wonders Baby Massage, Portfields Community Centre, Wordsworth Avenue, Newport Pagnell, MK16 8SB. littlewondersbm@gmx.com • Toddler Yoga: 9:40 - 10:25. Ages: 2 - 5 yrs. 6-week term Cost: £10 (booking essential). Dates: 10 May - 14 Jun & 21 Jun - 19 Jul.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Clophill Pool, 22 Back Street, Clophill, MK45 4BY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 12:30 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 19 Apr - 19 Jul.

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Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Wolverton Swimming & Fitness Centre, Addington Avenue, Stratford Park, Wolverton, MK12 5GH. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 9:00 - 9:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 19 Apr - 19 Jul.

WEDNESDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Churchtots

Holy Trinity Church Room, Church Lane, Deanshanger, Milton Keynes, MK19 6HG. Times: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).

Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

Conniburrow Children’s Centre

1 Germander Place, Conniburrow, MK14 7DU. 01908 675575.

• Messy Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

• Songs, Stories and Rhymes: 13:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 13 Jul.

Daisychain Family Centre

Abbeys Primary School, Melrose Avenue, West Bletchley, MK3 6PS. 01908 641454.

• Mucky Pups: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

• Soft Play: 13:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 3 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 13 Jul.

Hedgerows Family Centre

Playzone, Langland Road, Netherfield, MK6 4NP. • Mucky Pups: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).

• Toddler Time: 11:00 - 11:30. Cost: £1 (booking essential).

• Cafe: 11:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).

• Health Visitor Checks: 13:00 - 15:00. Ages: 1 - 3 mths (book).

• Aspects Youth Check: 17:30 - 19:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. (Book).

Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 13 Jul.

Hummingbird Children’s Centre

Broughton Fields School, Shackerstone Close, MK6 4LP. 01908 609609.

• Young Parents’ Group: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 13 Jul.

Little Owls Children’s Centre

Oxley Park Community Centre, Redgrave Drive, Oxley Park, MK4 4TA. 01908 520261.

• Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

Moorlands Family Centre

Moorlands Family Centre, Beanhill Local Centre, Dodkin, MK6 4LP. 01908 679819. www.milton-keynes.gov.uk.

• Sensory Play: 8:30 - 17:00. Ages: 0 - 2 yrs. Cost: Free (book).

• Stay and Play: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 3 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).

Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

Robins Children’s Centre

Glovers Lane, Heelands, MK13 7QL. 01908 318 758.

• Language Cafe: 13:00 - 14:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 22 Jun & 6 Jul - 20 Jul.

Seedlings Children Centre

Singleton Drive, Grange Farm, MK8 0PZ. 01908 503736.

• Baby Group: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: Pregnancy - 12 mths.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

Sunshine Children’s Centre

Dulverton Drive, Furzton, MK4 1EZ. 01908 508566.

• Stay and Play: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

Tickford Meadow Children Centre

Thames Drive, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9DS. 01908 217135.

• Bumps and Babies: 10:00 - 11:00.

Ages: Pregnancy - 1 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential).

Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May, 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

Woodlands Children Centre

Community Olney Centre, High St, Olney, MK46 4EF. 01908 217135.

• Story and Song Time: 13:00 - 13:45.

Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential).

Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul. Follow us for daily updates!

MUSIC & SIGNING

Cha Char Chimps - MK South

Longueville Hall, Whaddon Rd, Newton Longville, MK17 0AT. 07736 449746. www.ccchimps.com.

Times: 10:00 - 11:00. Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 20 & 27 Apr.

Music Bugs Milton Keynes

The Methodist Church, Silver Street, Stony Stratford, MK11 1JS. 08448 221158. www.musicbugs.co.uk.

Times: 10:00 - 10:35 & 11:00 - 11:35. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 6 Jul.

Ragdolly Annas

The Saplings Children Centre, Queensway, Fenny Stratford, Bletchley, MK2 2HB. 07989 713745. www.ragdollyannas.com.

• Ragdolly Annas: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

• Ragdolly Annas (SEND): 11:15 - 12:00. For our SEND customers High energy, music and rhyme activity.

Cost: £5.95 (booking essential). Dates: 20 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 6 Jul.

Ragdolly Annas

St Leonard’s Church Hall, Leighton Road, Heath and Reach, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0AA. 07989 713745. www.ragdollyannas.com.

• Ragdolly Annas: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

High energy, music and rhyme activity for the 0-5s Cost: £5.95 (booking essential). Dates: 20 Apr - 18 May & 1 Jun - 6 Jul.

The Signing Company

360 Play MK, Roebuck Way, Knowlhill, MK5 8HL. 07730 535325. www.nikki.thesigningcompany.co.uk.

• Signing Babies: 11:00 - 11:45. Ages: 5 mths - 21/2 yrs.

Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 4 May - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT Baby Sensory North Bucks

Mary Adams Church Hall, Aspley Hill, Woburn Sands, MK17 8NN. 07876 643276. www.babysensory.com.

Times: 10:00 - 10:45, 11:30 - 12:15, 13:00 - 13:45 & 14:30 - 15:15.

Ages: 0 - 13 mths. Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 20 Apr - 20 Jul. Apr - Jun 2022

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WEDNESDAY - THURSDAY

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Holiday Inn Hotel, 500 Saxon Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 20 Apr - 20 Jul.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Wolverton Swimming & Fitness Centre, Addington Avenue, Stratford Park, Wolverton, MK12 5GH. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 13:45 - 14:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 20 Apr - 20 Jul.

THURSDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Church Mice

St Peter’s & St Paul’s Church, Church Street, Olney, MK46 4AD. 01234 712772. www.olney.church.

Times: 10:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (booking essential).

Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Conniburrow Children’s Centre

1 Germander Place, Conniburrow, MK14 7DU. 01908 675575.

• Bumps and Babies: 13:00 - 14:30.

Ages: Pregnancy - 1 yrs. Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 14 Jul. • Kick, Catch, Throw, Yay, off we go!: 10:00 - 11:00.

Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Dates: 5 May - 26 May & 9 Jun - 14 Jul. Cost: Free (drop in).

Daisychain Family Centre

Abbeys Primary School, Melrose Avenue, West Bletchley, MK3 6PS. 01908 641454.

• Mini Movers: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 2 yrs.

• Stay and Play: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 14 Jul.

Hummingbird Children’s Centre

Broughton Fields School, Shackerstone Close, MK6 4LP. 01908 609609.

• Hummingbabes: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 11/2 yrs.

• Language Cafe: 11:00 - 12:00. Cost: £1 (drop in).

Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 14 Jul.

Little Owls Children’s Centre

Oxley Park Community Centre, Redgrave Drive, Oxley Park, MK4 4TA. 01908 520261.

• Story, Songs and Rhymes: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

• Little Owlets Bumps and Babies: 13:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Bletchley Library

Westfield Road, Bletchley, MK2 2RA. • Story Time: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Kingston Library

Winchester Circle, Kingston, MK9 3HL. • Story Time: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 7 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

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Moorlands Family Centre

Beanhill Local Centre, Dodkin, MK6 4LP. 01908 679819.

• Sensory Play: 8:30 - 17:00. Ages: 0 - 2 yrs (book).

• Soft Play Session: 10:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs (drop in).

• Young Parents Group: 12:30 - 14:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs (drop in).

Cost: Free. Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Noah’s Ark Baby & Toddler Group

Whaddon Way Church Centre, Beaverbrook Court, Bletchley, MK3 7JS. 01908 372072. Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 14 Jul.

Pebbles Children's Centre

Newlyn Place, Fishermead Boulevard, MK6 2LP. 01908 240556.

• Mini Movers: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Rainbow Children’s Centre

Pepper Hill School, Bradville, MK13 7BQ. 01908 227925.

• Tiny Rainbows: 9:30 - 10:45. Ages: Pregnancy - 1 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Robins Children’s Centre

Glovers Lane, Heelands, MK13 7QL. 01908 318 758.

• Bumps and Babies: 10:00 - 11:15. Ages: Pregnancy - 1 yrs.

Dates: 28 Apr, 5 May - 19 May, 9 Jun - 23 Jun & 7 Jul - 21 Jul. • Messy Play: 10:00 - 11:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Dates: 28 Apr, 26 May & 30 Jun. Cost: Free (drop in).

Seedlings Children Centre

Whitehouse Primary School, Vaynol Way, Whitehouse, MK8 1AG. 01908 503736. www.milton-keynes.gov.uk.

• Story and Rhyme Time: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Squirrels Children's Centre

Wood End First School, Redbridge, Stantonbury, MK14 6BB. 01908 317863.

• Forest Tots: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in).

• Bumps and Babies: 13:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Cost: Free.

Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 14 Jul.

Sunshine Children’s Centre

Dulverton Drive, Furzton, MK4 1EZ. 01908 508566.

• Baby Group: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Tickford Meadow Children Centre

Thames Drive, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9DS. 01908 217135.

• Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Cha Char Chimps CIC

York House, London Rd, Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes, MK11 1JQ. www.ccchimps.com.

• Chimps: 9:45 - 10:45.

• Baby Chimps: 11:00 -11:45.

Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 21 Apr - 21 Jul.

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Music Bugs Milton Keynes

Portfield Community Centre, 8 Wordsworth Avenue, Newport Pagnell, MK16 8SB. 08448 221158. www.musicbugs.co.uk.

Times: 10:00 - 10:35 & 11:00 - 11:35. Ages: 6 mths - 4 yrs.

Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 7 Jul.

Ragdolly Annas

Old Stratford Community Hall, Deanshanger Road, Old Stratford, MK19 6NL. 07989 713745. www.ragdollyannas.com.

• Ragdolly Annas: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

High energy, music and rhyme activity for the 0-5s Cost: £5.95 (booking essential). Dates: 21 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 7 Jul.

Most babies learn best when they see, hear, feel, touch, taste and smell.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT

Baby College Milton Keynes & Buckingham

The Summerlin Centre, Station Road, Woburn Sands, MK17 8SG. 07976 484212. www.babycollege.co.uk.

• Toddler Class: 10:30 - 11:15.

• Infant Class: 11:30 - 12:15.

Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 21 Apr - 7 Jul.

SWIMMING

Turtle Tots Milton Keynes & Bedford

DW Fitness, Stadium Way, MK1 1ST. 01604 372747. www.turtletots.com. Times: 10:30 - 13:00. Ages: 3 mths - 4 yrs.

Cost: £13 (booking essential). Dates: 21 Apr - 12 May & 19 May - 21 Jul.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Clophill Pool, 22 Back Street, Clophill, MK45 4BY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 21 Apr - 21 Jul.

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Conniburrow Children’s Centre

1 Germander Place, Conniburrow, MK14 7DU. 01908 675575.

• Rise & Shine It’s Breakfast Time: 8:45 - 9:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

• Crafty Cuppa: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

• Socatots: 13:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 15 Jul.

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Pebbles Children's Centre

Newlyn Place, Fishermead Boulevard, MK6 2LP. 01908 240556.

19/01/2015 • Story & Song Time: 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

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Daisychain Family Centre

Rainbow Children’s Centre

Abbeys Primary School, Melrose Avenue, West Bletchley, MK3 6PS. 01908 641454.

• Baby Clinic and Baby Group: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 15 Jul.

Pepper Hill School, Bradville, MK13 7BQ. 01908 227925.

• Stay and Play: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

Hedgerows Family Centre

Glovers Lane, Heelands, MK13 7QL. 01908 318 758.

• Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: £1 (booking essential). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

Playzone, Langland Road, Netherfield, MK6 4NP. • Baby Stay & Play: 10:00 - 11:15. Ages: 0 - 11/2 yrs.

• Cafe: 11:30 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 15 Jul.

Little Owls Children’s Centre

Oxley Park Community Centre, Redgrave Drive, Oxley Park, MK4 4TA. 01908 520261.

• Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

Westcroft Library

Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, MK4 4DE. • Stories, Songs and Rhymes: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

Newport Pagnell Library

St John Street, Newport Pagnell, MK16 8HQ. • Stories, Songs and Rhymes: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

Wolverton Library

Town Hall, Creed Street, Wolverton, MK12 5LY. • Stories, Songs and Rhymes: 14:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

Moorlands Family Centre

Beanhill Local Centre, Dodkin, MK6 4LP. 01908 679819.

• Sensory Play: 8:30 - 16:30. Ages: 0 - 2 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 29 Apr - 22 Jul. Follow us for daily updates!

Robins Children’s Centre

Seedlings Children Centre

Singleton Drive, Grange Farm, MK8 0PZ. 01908 503736. www.milton-keynes.gov.uk.

• Stay and Play: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 1 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

Squirrels Children's Centre

Wood End First School, Redbridge, Stantonbury, MK14 6BB. 01908 317863.

• Story & Song Time: 13:30 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 15 Jul.

Woburn Baby and Toddler Group

Woburn Village Hall, Crawley Road, Woburn, MK17 9QD. Times: 9:15 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £2.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Cha Char Chimps - MK South

Newton Leys Pavilion, Furzey Way, Newton Leys, MK3 5SP. 07736 449746. www.ccchimps.com.

• Cha Char Chimps Show: 10:00 - 11:00.

Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 22 Apr & 29 Apr.

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Cha Char Chimps CIC

Old Stratford Community Hall, Deanshanger Rd, Old Stratford, MK19 6NL. www.ccchimps.com. Times: 10:00 - 11:00.

Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 22 Apr - 22 Jul.

Music Bugs Milton Keynes

The Sunshine Centre, Dulverton Drive, Furzton, MK4 1EZ. 08448 221158. www.musicbugs.co.uk.

Times: 10:00 - 10:35 & 11:00 - 11:35. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 29 Apr - 8 Jul.

Deanshanger Library

Little London, Deanshanger, MK19 6HT. 0300 126 7000.

• Rhymetime: 14:15 - 14:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

Ragdolly Annas

St Leonard’s Church Hall, Leighton Road, Heath and Reach, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0AA. 07989 713745. www.ragdollyannas.com.

• Ragdolly Annas: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

High energy, music and rhyme activity for the 0-5s Cost: £5.95 (booking essential). Dates: 22 Apr - 20 May & 10 Jun - 8 Jul.

Ragdolly Annas

Tattenhoe Pavilion, Holburn Crescent, Tattenhoe, MK4 3EQ. 07989 713745. www.ragdollyannas.com.

• Ragdolly Annas: 10:00 - 10:45, 11:15 - 12:00 & 13:30 - 14:15.

High energy, music and rhyme activity for the 0-5s Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £5.95 (booking essential).

Dates: 22 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 8 Jul.

Ragdolly Annas

Monkston Park Community Centre, 3 Plaistow Crescent, Monkston Park, MK10 9PN. 07989 713745. www.ragdollyannas.com.

• Ragdolly Annas: 10:00 - 10:45 & 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

High energy, music and rhyme activity for the 0-5s Cost: £5.95 (booking essential). Dates: 22 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 8 Jul.

Ragdolly Annas

Cranfield Village Hall, 13 Court Road, Cranfield, Bedford, MK43 0DR. 07989 713745. www.ragdollyannas.com.

• Ragdolly Annas: 10:00 - 10:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £5.95 (booking essential). Dates: 22 Apr - 20 May & 10 Jun - 8 Jul.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT

Baby College Milton Keynes & Buckingham

360 Play MK, 27 Roebuck Way, Knowlhill, MK5 8HL. 07976 484212. www.babycollege.co.uk.

• Junior Class: 9:30 - 10:15.

• Toddler Class: 10:30 - 11:15.

• Infant Class: 11:30 - 12:15.

Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 22 Apr - 8 Jul.

Baby Sensory North Bucks

Mary Adams Church Hall, Aspley Hill, Woburn Sands, MK17 8NN. 07876 643276. www.babysensory.com.

Times: 10:00 - 10:45, 11:30 - 12:15 & 13:00 - 13:45. Ages: 0 - 13 mths.

Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 22 Apr - 22 Jul.

Little Wonders Baby Massage

Portfields Comm. Centre, Wordsworth Ave, Newport Pagnell, MK16 8SB. • Baby Massage 4 wk course: 9:45 - 10:30. Ages: 1 - 8 mths.

Dates: 22 Apr, 6 May - 20 May, 10 Jun & 1 Jul - 15 Jul. • Baby Reflexology 4 wk course: 10:35 - 11:20. Ages: 0 - 8 mths.

Dates: 6 May - 20 May & 10 Jun. Cost: £11.25 (booking essential).

SWIMMING

Turtle Tots Milton Keynes & Bedford

DW Fitness, Aspects Leisure Centre, Newnham Avenue, Bedford, MK41 9LW. 01604 372747. www.turtletots.com.

Times: 15:30 - 17:30. Ages: 3 mths - 4 yrs. Cost: £13 (booking essential). Dates: 22 Apr - 13 May & 20 May - 22 Jul.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Holiday Inn Hotel, 500 Saxon Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £17 (booking essential).

Dates: 22 Apr - 22 Jul.

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Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Fitness First, Unit B, Stadium Way, West MK1 1ST. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 22 Apr - 22 Jul.

DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Billington Village Hall, Gaddesden Turn, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 9BW. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk.

• Tiny Tots: 9:20 - 9:50. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs. Cost: £7 (book).

• Baby Boppers: 10:10 - 10:55. Ages: 21/2 - 5 yrs. Cost: £8 (book).

Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 15 Jul.

PHYSICAL FUN

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

Milton Keynes Rugby Club, Bowland Drive, Emerson Valley, MK4 2DN. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk.

Times: 10:00 - 10:30 & 10:40 - 11:25. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs.

Cost: £5.50 (booking essential). Dates: 22 Apr - 22 Jul.

SATURDAY

PHYSICAL FUN Little Kickers MK

Oakgrove School, Venturer Gate, Oakgrove, MK10 9JQ. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Little Kicks: 8:30 - 9:15. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs.

• Junior Kickers: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs.

• Junior Kickers: 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mega Kickers: 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs.

Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 23 Apr - 9 Jul.

Little Kickers MK

Tickford Park Primary School, Avon Close, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9DH. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Little Kicks: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs.

• Junior Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs.

• Mega Kickers: 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs.

Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 23 Apr - 9 Jul.

Little Kickers MK

Woughton Leisure Centre, Rainbow Drive, Leadenhall, MK6 5EJ. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Junior Kickers: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 9:40 - 10:25. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs.

• Mega Kickers: 10:45 - 11:30. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs.

Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 23 Apr - 9 Jul.

Little Kickers MK

Brooklands Comm. Sports Pavillion, Countess Way, Brooklands, MK10 7HN. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Junior Kickers: 9:15 - 10:00. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 10:15 - 11:00. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 23 Apr - 9 Jul.

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

Milton Keynes Rugby Club, Bowland Drive, Emerson Valley, MK4 2DN. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk.

Times: 9:00 - 9:30, 9:45 - 10:30, 10:30 - 11:00, 11:15 - 12:00 & 12:00 - 12:45. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £5.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 23 Apr - 16 Jul.

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

Shenley Brook End School, Walbank Grove, Shenley Brook End, MK5 7ZT. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk.

Times: 8:25 - 8:55, 9:00 - 9:45, 9:50 - 10:35, 10:40 - 11:10 & 11:20 - 12:05. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7 (booking essential).

Dates: 23 Apr - 16 Jul.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Holiday Inn Hotel, 500 Saxon Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 8:00 - 8:30.

Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 23 Apr - 16 Jul. Search activities online at

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SATURDAY - SUNDAY

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SUNDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Hummingbird Children’s Centre

Oakgrove Parish Council Office, 27 Atlas Way, MK10 9SG. 01908 609609.

• Song and Story Time: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 1 May - 29 May & 12 Jun - 17 Jul.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Cha Char Chimps - MK South

Shenley Brook End Village Hall, Church End Road, Shenley Brook End, MK5 7AA. 07736 449746. www.ccchimps.com.

• Sunday Show: 10:00 - 11:00.

Cost: £6 (booking essential). Dates: 1 May.

PHYSICAL FUN Little Kickers MK

Rickley Park School, Rickley Lane, MK3 6EW. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Little Kicks: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 11/2 yrs - 21/2 yrs.

• Junior Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 21/2 yrs - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 31/2 yrs - 5 yrs.

• Mega Kickers: 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs.

Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 24 Apr - 10 Jul.

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

Medbourne Pavilion, Pascal Drive, Medbourne, Milton Keynes, MK5 6LS. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk.

Times: 8:35 - 9:05, 9:10 - 9:40, 9:45 - 10:15 & 10:35 - 11:05.

Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £5.50 (booking essential). Dates: 24 Apr - 17 Jul.

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DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Pages Park Pavilion, Richmond Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 4RF. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk.

• Tiny Tots: 8:45 - 9:15. Ages: 1 yrs - 21/2 yrs.

• Baby Boppers: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Funky Monkeys: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 31/2 yrs - 5 yrs 11 mths.

• Groovy Movers: 11:30 - 12:15. Ages: 5 yrs - 9 yrs 11 mths.

• Tap Dance Class: 12:30 - 13:00. Ages: 4 yrs - 9 yrs 11 mths.

Cost: £7 - £8 (booking essential).

Dates: 30 Apr - 28 May & 11 Jun - 16 Jul.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Daisy First Aid Bedford & surrounding areas

Newton Longville Free Church, London End, Newton Longville, MK17 OAZ. 07968037798. www.daisyfirstaid.com.

• Family First Aid class: 10:00 - 12:30.

Cost: £25 (booking essential). Dates: 30 Apr & 25 Jun.

Shenley Brook End School, Walbank Grove, Shenley Brook End, MK5 7ZT. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk.

Times: 8:35 - 9:05, 9:10 - 9:40, 9:45 - 10:30 & 10:35 - 11:20.

Ages: 2 - 7 yrs. Cost: £7 (booking essential). Dates: 24 Apr - 17 Jul.

SWIMMING

Turtle Tots Milton Keynes & Bedford

DW Fitness, Stadium Way, MK1 1ST. 01604 372747. www.turtletots.com. Times: 14:00 - 15:30. Ages: 3 mths - 4 yrs.

Cost: £13 (booking essential). Dates: 24 Apr - 15 May & 22 May - 17 Jul.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Holiday Inn Hotel, 500 Saxon Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 2HQ. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk. Times: 11:30 - 12:00.

Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential). Dates: 24 Apr - 17 Jul.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Wolverton Swimming & Fitness Centre, Addington Avenue, Stratford Park, Wolverton, MK12 5GH. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 15:00 - 15:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 24 Apr - 17 Jul.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Daisy First Aid Bedford & surrounding areas

Stewartby Village Hall, Stewartby Way, Stewartby, Bedford, MK43 9LX. 07968037798. www.daisyfirstaid.com.

• Family First Aid class: 10:00 - 12:30.

Cost: £25 (booking essential). Dates: 29 May.

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PARENTS & TOTS Elmhurst Family Centre

Elmhurst School, Dunsham Lane, Aylesbury, HP20 2DB. 01296 398242. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• My First Playtime: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 25 Apr - 23 May & 6 Jun - 18 Jul.

PREGNANCY

The Daisy Foundation

The Studio At Stowe, Stowe Castle Business Park, Buckingham, MK18 5AB. 07581 559856. www.thedaisyfoundation.com.

• Daisy Birthing Antenatal Class: 19:00 - 20:30.

Cost: £78 (booking essential). Dates: 25 Apr - 9 May & 16 May - 20 Jun.

TUESDAY

Berryfields Family Centre

PARENTS & TOTS

Buckingham Family Centre

Grenville Combined School, Chandos Road, Buckingham, MK18 1AP. 01296 398242. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• My First Playtime: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

John Fitzjohn Avenue, Aylesbury, HP18 0FG. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Play and Explore: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 25 Apr - 23 May & 6 Jun - 18 Jul. Grenville Combined School, Chandos Road, Buckingham, MK18 1AP. 01296 398242. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Play and Explore: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 25 Apr - 23 May & 13 Jun - 18 Jul.

Hazlemere Library

312 Amersham Road, Hazlemere, HP15 7PY. 01296 382 415.

• Bounce & Rhyme: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 25 Apr - 23 May & 6 Jun - 11 Jul.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

St Martha’s Church, Park Road, Tring, HP23 6BP. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk.

Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Jiggety Jig: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs.

• Heigh Ho: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs.

• Rock n Roll: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs.

Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 25 Apr - 4 Jul.

DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Pitstone Village Hall, Vicarage Road, Pitstone, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 9EY. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk.

• Tiny Tots: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs.

• Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 21/2 yrs - 5 yrs.

Cost: £7 - 8 (booking essential). Dates: 25 Apr - 23 May & 6 Jun - 11 Jul.

Buckingham Family Centre

Elmhurst Family Centre

Elmhurst School, Dunsham Lane, Aylesbury, HP20 2DB. 01296 398242. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Grandparent’s Group: 10:00 - 11:30.

Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 19 Jul.

Wing Family Centre

Church Street, Wing, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0NY. 01296 398242. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• My First Playtime: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Buckingham Family Centre

Grenville Combined School, Chandos Road, Buckingham, MK18 1AP. 01296 398242. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• My First Playtime (Steeple Claydon): 13:30 - 15:00.

Ages: 0 - 1 yrs. Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Fishes Toddler Group

Church of the Holy Spirit, Church Hall, 71a Camborne Avenue, Aylesbury, HP21 7UE. 01296 394759. www.holyspiritbedgrove.org.

• Little Fishes Baby Group: 13:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Winslow Baby and Toddler Group

Winslow Public Hall, Elmfields Gate, Winslow, MK18 3JA. Times: 10:00 - 11:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2.50 (drop in).

Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

PHYSICAL FUN

MUSIC & SIGNING

Lace Hill Academy, Catchpin Street, Buckingham, MK18 7RR. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk.

Times: 9:10 - 9:40 & 10:35 - 11:20. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs.

Cost: £7 (booking essential). Dates: 25 Apr - 18 Jul.

Wendover Guide Hut, Manor Crescent, Wendover, HP22 6HH. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk.

Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs.

• Jiggety Jig: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs.

• Rock n Roll: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs.

• Ding-Dong: 11:45 - 12:15. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £9 - £9.50 (book). Dates: 19 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

MS Centre, Oakwood Close, Wendover, HP22 5GF. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 9:00 - 9:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 25 Apr - 18 Jul.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Buckingham Best Western Hotel, A421 Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £17 (booking essential).

Dates: 25 Apr - 18 Jul.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Nuffield Health - Aylesbury, 1-2 Trenchard Street, Aylesbury, HP19 7AA. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 10:00 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 25 Apr - 18 Jul.

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SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT Baby Sensory North Bucks

Lace Hill Community Centre, Windsor Park, Catchpin Street, Buckingham, MK18 7RR. 07876643276. www.babysensory.com.

Times: 10:00 - 10:45, 11:30 - 12:15 & 13:00 - 13:45. Ages: 0 - 13 mths.

Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 19 Apr - 19 Jul.

The Daisy Foundation

The Studio At Stowe, Stowe Castle Business Park, Buckingham, MK18 5AB. 07581 559856. www.thedaisyfoundation.com.

• Daisy Baby Wrigglers (Yoga): 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 5 - 10 mths.

• Daisy Baby Tinies (Massage): 11:30 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 5 mths.

Cost: £50 (booking essential). Dates: 19 Apr - 24 May.

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AYLESBURY VALE AREA

DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Fairford Leys Church Hall, Hampden Square, Aylesbury, HP19 7HT. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk.

• Tiny Tots: 9:20 - 9:50. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs.

• Baby Boppers: 10:10 - 10:55. Ages: 21/2 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £7 - 8 (booking essential). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 12 Jul.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Cottesloe Physio, Old Park Farm, Cublington Road, Wing, LU7 0LB. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 9:15 - 9:45. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 19 Apr - 19 Jul.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

MS Centre, Oakwood Close, Wendover, HP22 5GF. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 9:00 - 9:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 19 Apr - 19 Jul.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Buckingham Best Western Hotel, A421 Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 9:30 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £17 (booking essential).

Dates: 19 Apr - 19 Jul.

PREGNANCY

The Daisy Foundation

The Studio At Stowe, Stowe Castle Business Park, Buckingham, MK18 5AB. 07581 559856. www.thedaisyfoundation.com.

• Daisy Parent - Antenatal course for couples : 19:00 - 21:30.

Cost: £230 (booking essential). Dates: 19 Apr - 3 May & 10 May - 14 Jun.

WEDNESDAY

PARENTS & TOTS Buckingham Library

Buckingham Library, Verney Close, Buckingham, MK18 1JP. 01296 382415. https:www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Bounce and Rhyme: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Nursery rhymes, action songs and simple percussion music.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 6 Jul.

Buckingham Family Centre

Grenville Combined School, Chandos Road, Buckingham, MK18 1AP. 01296 398242. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Play & Explore (Steeple Claydon): 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

Wing Family Centre

Church Street, Wing, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0NY. 01296 398242. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Play and Explore: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

Southcourt Baptist Church

Southcourt Baptist Church, 40 Penn Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8HW. 01296 480080. www.southcourtbaptist.org.uk.

• The Ark Parent & Toddler Group: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Free play, singing, stories and refreshments Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Wendover Guide Hut, Manor Crescent, Wendover, HP22 6HH. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk.

Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:30 - 10:00 & 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs.

• Jiggety Jig: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs.

• Rock n Roll: 11:45 - 12:15. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs.

Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 19 Jul.

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Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

St Marys Centre, Church End, Haddenham, HP17 8AJ. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk.

Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs.

• Rock n Roll: 10:15 - 10:45 & 11:45 - 12:15. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs.

• Jiggety Jig: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs.

• Ding-Dong: 12:30 - 13:00. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £9.50 (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Northchurch Social Centre, Bell Lane, Northchurch, Berkhamsted, HP4 3RD. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk.

• Tiny Tots: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs.

• Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 21/2 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £7 - 8 (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 13 Jul.

Tot Bop

Wing Village Hall, 71 Leighton Road, Wing, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0NN. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk.

• Tiny Tots: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs.

• Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 21/2 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £7 - 8 (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 13 Jul.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Nuffield Health, 1-2 Trenchard Street, Aylesbury, HP19 7AA. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 10:00 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 20 Apr - 20 Jul.

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THURSDAY - FRIDAY

THURSDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Southcourt Family Centre Plus

Aylesbury College Campus, Oxford Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8PD. 01296 398242. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• My First Playtime: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Elmhurst Family Centre

Elmhurst School, Dunsham Lane, Aylesbury, HP20 2DB. 01296 398242. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Play and Explore (Elmhurst): 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 21 Jul.

Fishes Toddler Group

Church of the Holy Spirit, Church Hall, 71a Camborne Avenue, Aylesbury, HP21 7UE. 01296 394759. www.holyspiritbedgrove.org.

Times: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in).

Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Lighthouse Toddler Group

Walton Hall, Walton Road, Aylesbury, HP21 7QX. 01296 398110.

Times: 10:30 - 11:45. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).

Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 14 Jul.

Steeple Claydon Baby and Toddler Group

The Village Hall, 48 Queen Catherine Rd, Steeple Claydon, MK18 2PY. Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in).

Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Toybox and Babybox

Long Crendon Baptist Church, High Street, Long Crendon, Long Crendon, HP18 9AF. 01844 201335. www.lcbc.org.uk.

Times: 9:15 - 10:30 & 10:45 - 12:00 Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 14 Jul.

Aylesbury & High Wycombe

E: aylesbury@monkeymusic.co.uk T: 01494 819138

Aston Clinton Fairford Leys, Aylesbury Haddenham High Wycombe Princes Risborough Tring Wendover Sharing precious time together

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Your Cafe in the Park, London Road, Aston Clinton, HP22 5HL. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk.

Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs.

• Jiggety Jig: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs.

• Rock n Roll: 11:00 - 11:30 & 12:30 - 13:00. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs.

• Ding-Dong: 11:45 - 12:15. Ages: 3 yrs - 4 yrs 11 mths.

Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 7 Jul.

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Fairford Leys Community Centre, Hampden Square, Fairford Leys, Aylesbury, HP19 7HT. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk.

• Heigh Ho: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs.

• Jiggety Jig: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs.

• Rock n Roll: 11:00 - 11:30. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs.

Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 7 Jul.

The Signing Company

Buckingham Community Centre, Cornwalls Meadow, Buckingham, MK18 1RP. 07730 535325. nikki.thesigningcompany.co.uk.

• Signing Babies: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 5 mths - 21/2 yrs.

• Signing Toddlers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 11/2 - 31/2 yrs.

Cost: £7.50 (booking essential). Dates: 5 May - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Sparkles - For Children with Down’s Syndrome

Aylesbury, Email for Location, Aylesbury, HP20. www.sparkles.org.uk.

• Sparkles Speech Therapy: 9:30 - 16:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Nora Grace Hall, Faversham Close, Tring, HP23 5BA. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk.

• Tiny Tots: 9:20 - 9:50. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs.

• Baby Boppers: 10:10 - 10:55. Ages: 21/2 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £7 - 8 (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 14 Jul.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Buckingham Best Western Hotel, A421 Ring Road South, Buckingham, MK18 1RY. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 10:30 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £17 (booking essential).

Dates: 21 Apr - 21 Jul.

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT

Nuffield Health - Aylesbury, 1-2 Trenchard Street, Aylesbury, HP19 7AA. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 9:00 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 21 Apr - 21 Jul.

Wingrave Community Centre, Church Street, Wingrave, Aylesbury, HP22 4PE. 07876 643276. www.babysensory.com.

Times: 10:00 - 10:45, 11:30 - 12:15 & 13:00 - 13:45. Ages: 0 - 13 mths.

Cost: £8 (booking essential). Dates: 21 Apr - 21 Jul.

FRIDAY

Baby Sensory North Bucks

The Daisy Foundation

The Daisy Foundation - Birth & Baby Classes, The Studio At Stowe, Stowe Castle Business Park, Buckingham, MK18 5AB. 07581 559856. www.thedaisyfoundation.com.

• Daisy Baby Cruisers (Yoga): 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 10 mths - 11/2 yrs.

• Daisy Baby Wrigglers (Yoga): 11:30 - 12:30. Ages: 5 - 10 mths.

• Daisy Baby Tinies (Massage): 13:00 - 14:00. Ages: 0 - 5 mths.

Cost: £50 (booking essential). Dates: 21 Apr - 26 May. 38 Toddle About MK & Bucks Apr - Jun 2022

PARENTS & TOTS Berryfields Family Centre

John Fitzjohn Avenue, Aylesbury, HP18 0FG. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• My First Playtime: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

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FRIDAY - SUNDAY Southcourt Family Centre Plus

Aylesbury College Campus, Oxford Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8PD. 01296 398242. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Play and Explore: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Email southcourtfcp@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

Weeniebeans

Fairford Leys Community Centre, Hampden Square, Aylesbury, HP19 7HT. 07796 683206. www.weeniebeans.co.uk.

Times: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 3 yrs. Cost: £7 (booking essential).

Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Haddenham Community Library

Banks Park, Bank Road, Haddenham, HP17 8EE. 01296 382415. www.haddenhamcommunitylibrary.org.uk.

• Bounce and Rhyme: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr, 6 May, 20 May, 17 Jun, 1 & 15 Jul.

Wendover Community Library

High St, Wendover, HP22 6DU. 01296 382415.

• Bounce & Rhyme: 13:30 - 14:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 15 Jul.

DANCE & DRAMA

Tot Bop

Waddesdon Village Hall, 107 Baker Street, Waddesdon, Aylesbury, HP18 0LQ. 01525 237474 / 07775 582791. www.totbop.co.uk.

• Tiny Tots: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 21/2 yrs.

• Baby Boppers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 21/2 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £7 - 8 (booking essential). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 15 Jul.

SWIMMING

AYLESBURY VALE AREA

SATURDAY

PARENTS & TOTS Who Let The Dads Out?

Granville Street Church, Granville Street, Aylesbury, HP20 2JR. 01296 334154. www.granvillestreetchurch.org.uk. Times: 9:30 - 11:00.

Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 7 May, 4 Jun & 2 Jul.

PHYSICAL FUN Little Kickers MK

Royal Latin School, Chandos Road, Buckingham, MK18 1AX. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Junior Kickers: 9:10 - 9:55. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 10:05 - 10:50. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs.

• Little Kicks: 11:00 - 11:45. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs.

Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 23 Apr - 9 Jul.

Little Kickers Oxford, Aylesbury & West Oxford

Prebendal Farm Community Centre, Somerville Way, off Fowler Road, Aylesbury, HP19 7QT. 07503 142496. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Little Kicks: 8:40 - 9:25. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs.

• Junior Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20 & 11:20 - 12:05. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £8.30 (booking essential). Dates: 23 Apr - 9 Jul.

Rugbytots (Milton Keynes & Bedford)

Lace Hill Academy, Catchpin Street, Buckingham, MK18 7RR. 0845 313 6712. www.rugbytots.co.uk.

Times: 8:35 - 9:05, 9:45 - 10:30 & 11:25 - 12:10. Ages: 2 - 7 yrs.

Cost: £7 (booking essential). Dates: 23 Apr - 16 Jul.

SWIMMING

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

Water Babies Bucks & Beds

MS Centre, Oakwood Close, Wendover, HP22 5GF. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 22 Apr - 22 Jul.

SENSORY & DEVELOPMENT

The Daisy Foundation

The Studio At Stowe, Stowe Castle Business Park, Buckingham, MK18 5AB. 07581 559856. www.thedaisyfoundation.com.

• Daisy Baby Cruisers (Yoga): 10:00 - 11:00. Ages: 10 mths - 11/2 yrs.

• Daisy Baby Wrigglers (Yoga): 11:30 - 12:30. Ages: 5 - 10 mths.

Cost: £50 (booking essential). Dates: 22 Apr - 27 May.

MS Centre, Oakwood Close, Wendover, HP22 5GF. 01295 709221. www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Times: 8:30 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £18.50 (booking essential).

Dates: 23 Apr - 16 Jul.

SUNDAY

PHYSICAL FUN

Little Kickers Oxford, Aylesbury & West Oxford

Princes Risborough - Wades Park, 50 Stratton Rd, Princes Risborough, HP27 9AX. 07503 142496. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Little Kicks: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs.

• Junior Kickers: 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £8.30 (booking essential). Dates: 24 Apr - 10 Jul.

Little Kickers Oxford, Aylesbury & West Oxford

Edinburgh Playing Field, Churchill Avenue, Aylesbury, HP21 8NG. 07503 142496. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Little Kicks: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs.

• Junior Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 31/2 yrs - 5 yrs.

Cost: £8.30 (booking essential). Dates: 24 Apr - 10 Jul.

SOUTH BUCKS AREA

MONDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Beaconsfield Family Centre

Beacon Close, Beaconsfield, HP9 1RJ. 01494 678244. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Play and Explore: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 25 Apr - 11 Jul.

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Little Fish High Wycombe

Wycombe Marsh Baptist Church, London Road Wycombe Marsh, High Wycombe, HP11 1ET. 07940 953 909.

Times: 14:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in).

Dates: 25 Apr - 23 May & 6 Jun - 18 Jul.

Urchins Toddler Group

United Reformed Church, The Broadway, Chesham, HP5 1BX. 01494776014. www.cheshamurc.org.uk.

Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in).

Dates: 25 Apr - 23 May & 6 Jun - 18 Jul.

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MONDAY - WEDNESDAY

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Wrights Meadow Centre, Wrights Meadow Road, High Wycombe, HP11 1SQ. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk.

Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Jiggety Jig: 9:15 - 9:45. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs.

• Heigh Ho: 10:00 - 10:30 & 11:30 - 12:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs.

• Rock n Roll: 10:45 - 11:15 & 12:10 - 12:40. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs.

• Ding-Dong: 13:00 - 13:30. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 25 Apr - 4 Jul.

DANCE & DRAMA

Stage Plus School of Performing Arts

Whitecross Village Hall, Aylesbury Road, Princes Risborough, HP27 0JT. 07931 180807. www.stageplus.co.uk.

• Stage Plus Mini Musketeers: 16:30 - 17:00. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £4.50 (booking essential). Dates: 25 Apr - 4 Jul.

TUESDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Beaconsfield Family Centre

Beacon Close, Holtspur, Beaconsfield, HP9 1RJ. 01494 678244.

• Messy Play: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 12 Jul.

Beaconsfield Library

Reynolds Road, Beaconsfield, HP9 2NJ. 01296 382415.

• Storytime: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 12 Jul. • Phonics Club: 16:00 - 16:30. Ages: 4 - 7 yrs.

Dates: 26 Apr - 31 May. Cost: Free (booking essential).

Newtown Family Centre Plus

Berkhampstead Road, Chesham, HP5 3AT. 01494 776786.

• Messy Play: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 26 Apr - 12 Jul.

Chesham Library

Elgiva Lane, Chesham, HP5 2JD. 01296 382 415. www.buckscc.gov.uk.

• Bounce and Rhyme: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

Burnham Library

Burnham Library, Windsor Lane, Burnham, SL1 1HR. 01296 382415. www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Painting: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs 10 mths.

• Duplo and Trains: 11:00 - 12:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

Marlow Bottom Mother and Toddler Group

Chesham Library

Small Saints

Flackwell Heath Parent and Toddler Group

Marlow Bottom Methodist Church, Marlow Bottom, Marlow, SL7 3PP. 01628 475725. Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in).

Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

All Saints Church, Castle Street, High Wycombe, HP13 6RF. 07791 389598. www.allsaintshighwycombe.org.

Times: 10:00 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £0.50 (drop in).

Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

DANCE & DRAMA

Sargent & Plester School of Dancing

White Hill Centre, Chesham, HP5 1AG. 07931 136342. www.sargentandplester.co.uk.

• Baby Ballet/General Dance: 16:00 - 16:30. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 26 Apr - 24 May & 7 Jun - 19 Jul.

WEDNESDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Amersham Family Centre

Little Chalfont E-Act Academy, Bell Lane, Amersham, HP6 6PF. 01296 383293. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Play and Explore (Amersham): 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 27 Apr - 18 May & 1 Jun - 13 Jul.

Burnham Family Centre

Minniecroft Road, Burnham, Slough, SL1 7DE. 01628 665380. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Messy Play: 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 27 Apr - 13 Jul. 40 Toddle About MK & Bucks Apr - Jun 2022

Elgiva Lane, Chesham, HP5 2JD. 01296 382 415. www.buckscc.gov.uk.

• Bounce and Rhyme: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul. Flackwell Heath Methodist Church, Heath End Road, Flackwell Heath, High Wycombe, HP10 9DT. 07979 541874.

• Parent and Toddler Group: 9:15 - 11:15. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 27 Apr - 13 Jul.

Radnage Mother and Toddler Group

Radnage Common Road, Radnage, High Wycombe, HP14 4DF. 07789 902336. Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £1.50 (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

St Peters Burnham

St Peters Church, Church Street, Burnham, SL1 7HX. 01628 664338. www.stpetersburnham.org.

• Cherubs: 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £2 (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

St. Anne’s Parent & Toddler Group

St. Anne’s Church, London Road, High Wycombe, HP11 1ET. 07443 596304. Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £1 (drop in).

Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

CREATIVE

St. Michael’s Church

St.Michael Church, 70 Sycamore Rd, Amersham, HP6 5DR. 01494 726680. www.stmichaelsamersham.org.uk.

• Nappy Days: 13:30 - 15:00. Ages: 0 - 1 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 20 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 13 Jul.

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WEDNESDAY - THURSDAY

DANCE & DRAMA

Sargent & Plester School of Dancing

White Hill Centre, Chesham, HP5 1AG. 07931 136342. www.sargentandplester.co.uk.

• Baby Ballet/General Dance: 16:00 - 16:30. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 27 Apr - 25 May & 8 Jun - 20 Jul.

THURSDAY

PARENTS & TOTS

Newtown Family Centre Plus

Berkhampstead Road, Chesham, HP5 3AT. 01494 776786. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Play and Explore: 9:30 - 11:00.

Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 28 Apr - 14 Jul.

The Ivers Family Centre

Grange Way, Iver, SL0 9NT. 01753 650252.

• Messy Play (under 1s): 9:30 - 10:15. Ages: 0 - 11 mths.

• Messy Play (1 - 5s): 10:30 - 11:15. Ages: 1 yrs - 4 yrs 11 mths.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 14 Jul.

Playhouse Toddlers - High Wycombe

The Hub, Union Baptist Church Easton Street, High Wycombe, HP11 1NJ. 01494 473889. Times: 9:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: £1 (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

Little Angels Tots Group

St Peters Church, Church Street, Burnham, SL1 7HX. 01628 664338. www.stpetersburnham.org. Times: 10:00 - 11:30. Ages: 11/2 - 3 yrs.

Cost: £2 (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

MUSIC & SIGNING High Wycombe Library

5 Eden Place, High Wycombe, HP11 2DH. 01296 382415.

• Bounce & Rhyme: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 11/2 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul. Follow us for daily updates!

SOUTH BUCKS AREA

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Wrights Meadow Centre, Wrights Meadow Road, High Wycombe, HP11 1SQ. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk.

Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:30 - 10:00. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs.

• Jiggety Jig: 10:15 - 10:45. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs.

• Rock n Roll: 11:00 - 11:30 & 11:45 - 12:15. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs.

Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 7 Jul.

Princes Risborough Library

Bell Street, Princes Risborough, HP27 0AA. 0845 230 3232.

• Bounce and Rhyme: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 4 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 14 Jul.

PHYSICAL FUN Little Kickers MK

The Polish Club, Raans Road, Amersham, HP6 6LX. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Little Kicks: 14:30 - 15:15. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs.

• Junior Kickers: 15:30 - 16:15. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 16:25 - 17:10. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 21 Apr - 7 Jul.

DANCE & DRAMA

Sargent & Plester School of Dancing

White Hill Centre, Chesham, HP5 1AG. 07931 136342. www.sargentandplester.co.uk.

• Baby Ballet/General Dance: 16:00 - 16:30. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 28 Apr - 26 May & 9 Jun - 21 Jul.

FRIDAY

PARENTS & TOTS Beaconsfield Library

Reynolds Road, Beaconsfield, HP9 2NJ. 01296 382415.

• Bounce & Rhyme: 10:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 29 Apr - 20 May & 3 Jun - 15 Jul. Apr - Jun 2022

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SOUTH BUCKS AREA

FRIDAY - SUNDAY

FUN MUSIC CLASS! Multi Sensory, Pre-school Music and Movement Experience.

Term Time classes in Hazlemere & Holmer Green, S. Bucks Tel: 07717 879 903 Web: www.noizeeproductions.co.uk

Amersham Family Centre

Little Chalfont E-Act Academy, Bell Lane, Amersham, HP6 6PF. 01494 764258. www.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Messy Play (Amersham): 9:30 - 10:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 20 May & 3 Jun - 15 Jul.

Burnham Family Centre

Minniecroft Road, Burnham, Slough, SL1 7DE. 01628 665380.

• Play and Explore (Burnham): 9:30 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 15 Jul.

Burnham Library

Windsor Lane, Burnham, SL1 1HR. 01296 382415.

• Bounce & Rhyme: 11:00 - 12:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

• Duplo: 11:30 - 13:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

Chalfont St Giles Community Library

High Street, Chalfont St Giles, HP8 4QA. 01494 874 732. www.chalfontstgiles.org.uk.

• Bounce & Rhyme: 10:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 15 Jul.

Chalfont St Peter Community Library

High Street, Chalfont St Peter, SL9 9QA. 01296 382 415.

• Bounce & Rhyme: 14:00 - 14:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 15 Jul.

Flackwell Heath Parent and Toddler Group

Methodist Church, Heath End Road, HP10 9DT. 07979 541874.

• Play & Praise: 9:15 - 11:15. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £1 (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 15 Jul.

Fun at One

Amersham Free Church, Woodside Road, Amersham, HP6 6AJ. 01494726816. amershamfreechurch.org.uk. Times: 13:00 - 14:40.

Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

Magpie Club Baby & Toddler Group

Coleshill Village Hall, Barracks Hill, Amersham, HP7 0LN. Times: 9:00 - 11:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs. Cost: £2 (drop in).

Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

Micklefield Community Library

Micklefield Road, High Wycombe, HP13 7HU. 01296 382 415.

• Bounce & Rhyme: 10:30 - 11:30. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 15 Jul.

MUSIC & SIGNING

Monkey Music Aylesbury & High Wycombe

Sands Village Hall, Lane End Road, Sands, High Wycombe, HP12 4JF. 01494 819138. www.monkeymusic.co.uk.

Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers • Heigh Ho: 9:15 - 9:45 & 10:45 - 11:15. Ages: 1 - 2 yrs.

• Jiggety Jig: 10:00 - 10:30. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs.

• Rock n Roll: 11:30 - 12:00. Ages: 3 mths - 1 yrs.

Cost: £9 (booking essential). Dates: 29 Apr - 8 Jul.

CREATIVE

Sparkles - For Children with Down’s Syndrome

Contact for location, High Wycombe, HP10. www.sparkles.org.uk.

• Sparkles Speech Therapy: 9:30 - 16:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 29 Apr - 27 May & 10 Jun - 22 Jul.

DANCE & DRAMA Noizee Productions

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PARENTS & TOTS Burnham Library

Windsor Lane, Burnham, SL1 1HR. 01296 382415. www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk.

• Duplo and Trains: 12:00 - 14:00. Ages: 0 - 5 yrs.

• Craft Club: 14:00 - 15:00. Ages: 2 - 5 yrs.

Cost: Free (drop in). Dates: 23 Apr - 28 May & 11 Jun - 16 Jul.

DANCE & DRAMA

Sargent & Plester School of Dancing

White Hill Centre, Chesham, HP5 1AG. 07931 136342. www.sargentandplester.co.uk.

• Baby Ballet/General Dance: 9:00 - 9:30. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £5 (booking essential). Dates: 30 Apr - 28 May & 11 Jun - 16 Jul.

Stagecoach Theatre Arts School

Wycombe High School, Marlow Road, High Wycombe, HP11 1TB. 07539 753718. www.stagecoach.co.uk.

• Early Stages: 9:00 - 10:30, 9:30 - 11:00, 11:30 - 13:00 & 14:00 - 15:30.

30 mins each of singing, dance and drama per week Ages: 4 - 6 yrs. Cost: £14 (booking essential).

• Mini Stages: 9:00 - 9:45. Ages: 2 - 4 yrs. Cost: £7 (booking essential).

Theme-based drama, singing & movement Dates: 23 Apr - 9 Jul.

PHYSICAL FUN Little Kickers MK

The Curzon Centre, 43 Maxwell Road, Beaconsfield, HP9 1RG. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Junior Kickers: 8:45 - 9:30 & 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20 & 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs.

• Mega Kickers: 12:05 - 12:50. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs.

Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 23 Apr - 9 Jul.

Little Kickers MK

The Royal Grammar School, Amersham Road, High Wycombe, HP13 6QT. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Junior Kickers: 8:45 - 9:30 & 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs.

Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 23 Apr - 9 Jul.

Little Kickers MK

Chiltern Hills Academy, Chartridge Lane, Chesham, HP5 2RG. 01494 911133. www.littlekickers.co.uk.

• Little Kicks: 8:45 - 9:30. Ages: 11/2 - 21/2 yrs.

• Junior Kickers: 9:35 - 10:20. Ages: 21/2 - 31/2 yrs.

• Mighty Kickers: 10:25 - 11:10. Ages: 31/2 - 5 yrs.

• Mega Kickers: 11:15 - 12:00. Ages: 5 - 7 yrs.

Cost: £7.85 (booking essential). Dates: 23 Apr - 9 Jul.

Holmer Green Village Hall, The Common, Holmer Green, HP15 6XG. 07717 879903. www.noizeeproductions.co.uk.

• Fairytale Academy Creative Dance: 13:45 - 14:30. Ages: 3 - 5 yrs.

• Noizee Theatre: 16:30 - 18:00. Ages: 5 - 15 yrs.

Cost: Free (booking essential). Dates: 29 Apr - 8 Jul. 42 Toddle About MK & Bucks Apr - Jun 2022

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