Toddle About Northamptonshire Oct - Dec 2019

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IN THIS ISSUE

TO AUTUMN & CHRISTMAS 2019!

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As I write this in September, Christmas seems miles away. But within a few short weeks of this magazine being released, it'll be November the shops will start displaying their Christmas stock and radio DJs will debate whether it's too early to play The Pogues or a bit of Mariah.

Halloween Events

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Birthday Shout Outs

It's a guilty pleasure, I suppose. I know they're corny and cliched, but I love the music, the decorations, the lights and, most of all, how the mood of the nation seems to lift as we get closer to the big day.

I didn't always feel this way - Christmas was nice, sure. But I didn't get excited about it. Having a baby changed that overnight though.

Suddenly, Christmas wasn't just about giving a few gifts and eating and drinking to excess. It was magical.

Every Christmas Eve, we pull 'The Night Before Christmas' off the top shelf and read it as a family, looking forward to our own visit from Santa Claus. We have three children now, and we've read it every year since the eldest was born. I remember my mum reading the same story to me on Christmas Eve when I was little too. I guess it's a tradition.

And we're creating other, new traditions every year - the annual ice skating trip tells us Christmas isn't far off (see p.34), and a visit to see Father Christmas himself is a must (see Where's Santa? on p.32). In truth, the build up to the big day is in many ways more fun than the day itself!

I hope this edition of Toddle About will help you make the most of this time of year, regardless of your beliefs. You'll find plenty of ideas of things to do in this issue, in any case! And who knows? You might even start some new traditions of your own...

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Where's Santa?

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Christmas Gift Ideas

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Bite SIZED NEWS Making a Happi Mess!

Get Sporty with Playball

Happi Mess are expanding to new exciting venues in Northampton, so now there are more opportunities to join the party! These fun, engaging messy art and creative play parties are now taking place monthly at Ecton Village Hall, Moulton Community Centre and Grange Park Pavilion.

Suitable for children 6 months to 5 years. Toddle About readers can take advantage of 10% off using code TODDLE ABOUT when booking. www.thehappinestbabycompany.co.uk/happi-mess.

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Playball preschool classes cover a wide range of ball sports and core movement skills through play, and they are tailored to meet your child’s developmental milestones. Playball's actionpacked lessons will immerse your children in age-appropriate multi-sport games and activities. The sessions are suitable for children from two to five years of age, and the first class is always free for new students! Playball runs four separate classes in Brackley and Buckingham on Saturday mornings.

Contact Brett the Coach on 07889 483502 to sign up for your free trial. www.playballkids.com/franchise/brackley See P.49

The Gruffalo at Royal & Derngate Join Mouse on an adventure through the woods in Tall Stories’ musical adaptation of the classic book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Mouse meets the cunning Fox, old Owl and high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the Gruffalo save Mouse from being dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo… is there? Perfect for little ones aged three and above, The Gruffalo comes to Royal & Derngate on Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th November.

Visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk. See P.56

Complete Hypnobirthing Did you know that you can learn to birth calmly, with confidence whilst feeling in control and with less pain? Shirli Holtzman Hypnobirthing uses Hypnobirthing® The Mongan Method in their complete prenatal childbirth education program to help prepare you and your birth companion physically, emotionally and mentally for your birth. The course starts on Wednesday 9th October at Active Family Chiropractic in Deddington.

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Daventry NCT's Nearly New Sale Bringing up your baby can be expensive. NCT Nearly New Sales are the perfect solution, offering affordable preloved mother, baby and children’s clothes, toys and essentials. They provide an opportunity to buy and sell quality items that help with the cost of parenting, and fundraise to support NCT’s work at the same time.

Daventry NCT has a Nearly New Sale coming up at 10am-12pm on 12th October at the Parker E-Act Academy, Ashby Road, Daventry, NN11 0QF. Find more Nearly New Sales at www.toddle.club/nct-nns

Student Gets On The Voice Kids UK Kristina Rihanoff, known for being a pro dancer on TV’s Strictly Come Dancing, has knocked up another television achievement. Trained in ballroom, ballet and musical theatre, Kristina has 25 years’ teaching experience, and now teaches through Bespoke Ballroom, her performing arts kids academy, at Soo Yoga in Northampton. More than a dance school, Kristina works with highly skilled teachers to offer dancing, drama and singing lessons - and one of her students (trained by Anthony Foreman) has just got through auditions with The Voice Kids on ITV! Kristina is offering Toddle About readers 1 free drama and dance lesson (new students only, one per family).

Bite S I Z ED NEW S Monster Rockers in Guilsborough Not only are the children at Guilsborough Preschool enjoying the new allotment where they grow produce and hold Nina’s Nature School sessions, but they’re also having fun at the new Monster Rockers music and singing class every Wednesday at 9:30am. Music sessions are free for children who attend the preschool and are now extended to visitors (1-4 years) and their adults.

Toddle About readers can attend their first two Monster Rockers sessions for FREE. Booking essential.

Visit www.sooyoga.com/kids-academy

Visit www.guilsboroughpreschool.org or email admin@guilsboroughpreschool.org.

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Christmas at Baby Sensory Northampton Baby Sensory Northampton are running Christmas party specials on Saturday 14th December at Milton Malsor Village Hall from 10am. These super exciting parties are full of festive fun, and are open to all babies from past, present and future Baby Sensory classes. Those who don't normally attend weekly sessions are welcome too, as long as they are under 13 months. Price of £12 includes up to two adults per baby and a gift for your little one.

Visit www.babysensory.com/northampton to book.

Babysensorynorthampton See P.7

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T H E I M P O RTA N C E O F

After 15 years of working in Early Years and gaining my qualifications to become an Early Years Professional, I left my full time role as a Pre-School Manager to have my son, who is now two years old. From my time in Early Years, I knew it was important to work with parents and I always felt strongly that parents are their child’s very first educators. hile I was on maternity I began to understand the importance of play within the home environment and how it sets the foundations for later learning. Amazingly, by giving your child the opportunity to play at home, you’re also giving them the best start in life.

As parents, we are our child’s first educators and their learning starts from birth. From the moment you begin to smile at your baby, talk to them during the day, go on a walk, sing songs, have cuddles and meet their physical and emotional needs, you are teaching your child. All these activities that go on during the newborn days are the start of your child’s learning journey.

Understanding the role of play in learning is crucial for us to be good parents. It is through play – by engaging in new experiences and activities which interest them and meet their individual needs - that children build on their previous skills and knowledge and develop their learning further.

During play, children use language/communication, mathematical knowledge, creativity, knowledge and understanding of the world, physical activity and problem solving. It is a powerful way for children to learn effectively at their own pace!

Experiences within the home do not need to be expensive - it can be as simple as a walk to the shops where you describe what you are doing and encourage them to take an active role by encouraging them to pay. Activities at home can include simple things such as puzzles, stories, singing and trips to the park.

In everything we do as parents however, we need to lead by example. Naturally, young children will look up to and admire their parents and other close relatives. Currently my son loves running as I take part in our local Park Runs every Saturday. I began these because I wanted him to see exercise as a part of our regular routine that is enjoyable and fun.

I believe that we should be the person we want our child to become. You will be surprised at how much your child watches and observes you at home!

90% of a child’s brain development happens by the age of five, which is why the early years are so vital and children need to be exposed to a variety of experiences. Different experiences will introduce new vocabulary and build on previous knowledge to take their learning forward.

Katy Emms runs an Instagram page to encourage and inspire parents to play at home with their children in different and imaginative ways that support their child’s development. Visit @my_little_fidget to learn more about how to create and expose your child to experiences and activities that are simple and cheap to set up at home.

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

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Our multi-award winning classes will introduce your baby (or babies) to a world of sensory delights, where you can relax, spend quality time with each other and enjoy meeting other new parents.

For Daventry/Silverstone/Banbury classes: Call: Nikki Jones on 07714 205380 Email: banbury@babysensory.co.uk Classes: Wednesday, Daventry Leisure Centre For Northampton classes: Call: Sarah on 07512 469881 Email: northampton@babysensory.co.uk Classes: Tuesday, Milton Malsor Village Hall and Wednesdays, Boughton Village Hall.

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Thursday 31st October

It’s time to put on your witch’s hat and get your little one dressed up!

Enjoy the spooky season at these Halloween events near you

OCT Spooktacular day 26 Abington Park Museum. 11 - 6pm The museum is hosting a spooktacular day of fun with scary craft activities and a haunted trail. Try the witches brew at the refreshments stall if you dare!

Why not come dressed in your scariest costume?

Suitable for children aged two and over.

Park Avenue South, Northampton, NN1 5LW Tel: 01604 838110 AbingtonMuseum www.visitnorthamptonshire.co.uk Cost: £3 per child. Drop in – no booking required.

Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

OCT Pumpkin Carving 26 - 31 Evenley Wood Garden. 10am - 4pm Evenley Wood Garden's annual Halloween Spooktacular will have lots of fun activities including; pumpkin carving, hair-raising Halloween trail, torchlight terrors, crafts, tricks and treats, Magic School and fang-tastic facepainting.

Evenley, Northampton, NN13 5SH Tel: 07788 207428 EvenleyWoodGarden www.evenleywoodgarden.co.uk

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Cost: Adults £6, Under 16's free.

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Halloween Ice Skating Beckworth Emporium

New for 2019, the ice rink will be Halloween themed with pumpkins, spiders, bats, ghosts and witches and all sessions will be half price. So dress up and join with friends for a Halloween party on ice.

Dedicated Parent & Toddler sessions (0 - 5yrs) run; Sat & Sun at 9am. Tues to Fri at 10am, 11am & 1pm.

120 -140 Glebe Rd, Mears Ashby, Northampton NN6 0DL. Beckworth Emporium

OCT Halloween Specials Northampton & Lamport Railway.

26 - 27 11 - 4pm Ride the ghost train service this Halloween.

See the display of around 40 hand-carved pumpkins and enjoy special night-time services over the weekend. Fancy Dress is encouraged. See website for full details.

Pitsford and Brampton Station, Pitsford Road, Chapel Brampton, Northampton, NN6 8BA Tel: 01604 820327 NLRailway www.nlr.org.uk Cost on the day: Adult £5.50, Children (2-16yrs) £4.50.

Children under 2 free. Family (2 adults & 2 children) £17.

OCT Spooky Disco Berzerk Children’s Activity Centre.

31 6.30pm - 8.30pm Berzerk will be transformed into a spooky lair.

All children will receive hot food, 2 full hours of play and a fun-filled evening of games and entertainment. Put on your fancy dress costumes and enjoy their biggest party yet, all in the warm and comfortable surroundings of the indoor soft play centre.

4 Clayfield Cl, Moulton Park, Northampton, NN3 6QF Tel: 01604 647213 TrilogyBerzerk www.trilogyleisure.co.uk/about/berzerk Cost: £9.95 for non members / £7.95 for JDD. This is a ticket only event. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

OCT Spooky Soft play 31 Rugrats and Halfpints. 9:30am - 5pm There will be Halloween activities throughout the day with character visits, face painting, glitter tattoos, games and other activities.

There will be a raffle to win memberships.

Each child will get a free bag of sweets.

Costumes are welcome.

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Parent & Toddler Cost: Adults £8, Toddlers (0 - 5s) Free, Push Along Penguins Free.

Cost: See website for entrance prices.

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MONSTERS Snap, Crackle and Pop – these mini monsters from leading children’s cookery author Annabel Karmel will soon get gobbled up!

Prep time: 30 minutes (excluding chill time) Cook time: 5 minutes Makes: 12 Rice Krispie monsters

Ingredients:

• 100g butter • 200g golden syrup • 100g white chocolate • 225g Rice Krispies

To Decorate:

• 100g white chocolate • Food colouring • White fondant icing • Chocolate chips

1. Line a 20cm square baking tin with baking paper.

2. Measure the butter and golden syrup into a saucepan and heat gently. When melted, remove from the heat and add the white chocolate. Stir until melted.

3. Add the Rice Krispies, stir well and spoon into the tin. Spread out and level the surface. Chill for 4 hours or until firm. Cut into 12 bars.

4. To decorate, melt the white chocolate in a bowl over a pan of simmering

water. Once melted, divide the chocolate into three small bowls.

Colour each bowl with a little food colouring of your choice.

5. Dip the bars half way into the coloured chocolate and leave to set in the fridge.

6. Roll little balls of white fondant to make large eyes. Push a chocolate chip into the centre to make the eyeballs.

7. Stick on the eyes to make monster faces.

Discover Annabel Karmel’s new and refreshed ready-to-go meals for toddlers and children.

Inspired by Annabel’s famous cookbook recipes, they are low in salt, super balanced, and a tasty way towards their 5 a day – the perfect way to fuel play! Find the range in the chilled aisle at Sainsbury’s, Tesco and Ocado. www.annabelkarmel.com

BETTER ORAL HEALTH CARE FOR YOUR KIDS We are dedicated to improving oral health and promotes three key messages: 1. Brush your teeth last thing at night and at least one other time during the day, with a fluoride toothpaste.

2. Cut down on how often you have sugary foods and drinks.

3. Visit your dentist regularly, often as they recommend.

We advise on lifestyle changes that impact on oral and general health.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!

Happy Birthday to all the lovely littlies below who will be turning a year older this issue!

All were entered into a prize draw to win an Ultimate Birthday Party Package, courtesy of Party Pieces, worth over £60, and we’re thrilled to announce that Thomas Orton, turning 4 in November, was our winner. www.partypieces.co.uk Want to see your child here in our next issue? If their birthday is from January - March, send us their photo at www.toddle.fun/birthday

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IS JUST THE BEGINNING‌ All parents can remember at least one (if not many) times their toddler has proudly made a very loud noise and smiled to their audience, ready for an appreciative reaction.

While not all impromptu music is always expected, it is wonderful that toddlers are already noticing the way that they can produce sounds, and can use these sounds to express themselves. This musical awareness could support a host of skills that can impact a child’s life as they grow, most noticeably when a child is actively involved in the making of music.

Whilst your child is loudly banging that drum or singing their favourite song, something very special is also happening in their growing mind and body.

Their concentration is being tested, their listening skills are improving and their mind is learning to recognise patterns. As they join together with friends to produce a band for mum and dad, their social skills are coming into play, they are experimenting with co-ordination and their confidence is growing.

In learning, we can see the benefits of music too.

Music and language have been found to have close links and those children who are exposed to music regularly and early in life can often see the advantages in their speaking, reading, listening and hearing skills.

Rhythms and patterns in music can be replicated in mathematical learning too. All these benefits will impact children well into their school life and beyond.

In a world where exciting colourful toys can sing and dance to your child on demand, and the television can instantly produce musical shows at a touch of a button, it is easy to forget that passive participation is not the same as active participation. A child can join in singing with a TV show but there is no back and forth interaction in this activity. The face-to-face nature of making music together with pots and pans in the kitchen, dancing to the beat and laughing together, offers a child many more benefits.

Parents, nurseries and schools may wish to consider giving children lots of varied opportunities to be exposed to music. Shaking that tambourine is not just about making noise, it is about equipping a child with new skills and sparking interest in the world around them.

Music at home From 18 months, children can begin to sing. It may not be tuneful - or even recognisable - but exploring their voice is a great starting point in their journey with music. Singing nursery rhymes to your baby and toddler with actions is great fun for everyone.

Drumming, tapping and clapping is a fantastic way to explore beats and timing. Learning how to make the sound loud, soft, fast, slow or in patterns gives children an awareness of action and consequence.

Movement with the music stimulates brain development and neural connections in the brain, so why not try to incorporate dance too?

Creating a dance routine or dancing around the room to a lively tune also gives children a fantastic way to learn about their body - how it moves, and how the movement makes them feel, providing a pathway to create self-awareness.

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1. DITCH THE GRUMPY PARENT. Be the best parent you can be every night when you get in from work or they get home from school.

Often after a busy day when you stumble through the door and are greeted by your family, this is when ‘grumpy parent’ can appear. ‘Give me five minutes won’t you, PLEASE!’ But literally you only need to give them two minutes… step through the door and shout, ‘I’m home, come get me!’ This will indeed prompt the same reaction and you can give them a full two minutes of hugs and questions, ooooo’s and aaahhh’s, and then they will scurry away happy for the time being! Try it, it’s really that simple.

2. GIVE THE GIFT OF TIME. As humans we have an average lifespan of 4000 weeks, so time is precious and short. The trick is to spend it wisely. Children won’t remember what you bought them but they do remember ‘times together’. This time, once gone, can never be regained. With our children we don’t realise how fast this time goes; one minute you are changing their nappy and the next you are crying as you pack them off to university or to travel around the world.

3. PRACTICE GRATITUDE. Do it every morning when you wake up (woohoo, I’m alive! ), while you brush your teeth (how amazing, I still have my own teeth), look in the mirror (hello gorgeous), eat your breakfast (yummy food in my tum), commute to work (I have a car, with cup holders and a secret sunglasses compartment!), etc. If you can do this all through the day then your mood will be super-positive when you step in the door each evening.

Then you can practice gratitude as a table time activity with your family - go around and say one thing that you are grateful for today. Be thankful for the food you eat and when family life is getting like an uphill struggle, stop and think of ten reasons to be grateful for your family.

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Secondary infertility is defined as a problem with becoming pregnant after you have conceived at least once before. People often underestimate how common this actually is, especially after the age of 35 when natural fertility declines much more significantly.

Aside from the effect of age and the impact this has on egg numbers and quality, secondary infertility may be due to the onset of new medical or gynaecological conditions, such as fibrods, or Asherman’s syndrome. It could be that you suffer from endometriosis or PCOS and that these conditions have got worse. Your lifestyle habits may have also have changed, your partner’s sperm may not quite be what it used to be, or you may have a new partner.

Secondary infertility often has a lot of guilt associated with it. Many couples feel hesitant about seeking help and tend to delay, due to the worry of feeling judged by others if they already have a child, including their doctor. But if you suspect there’s a problem and you’ve been trying for a year if under 35, or 6 months if 35 or over, it’s vital you go and see your GP to start some initial investigations. These can include simple blood tests to look at hormone levels, as well as a semen analysis and pelvic ultrasound scan to look at the womb and ovaries. Sometimes further tests are undertaken that look at fallopian tubes as well.

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With the help of your doctor, create a plan as to what you are willing to try and within what sort of time frame, so that the experience doesn’t feel like an endless void and you create certain goalposts which motivate you, but do not leave you in despair if they have to be changed or shifted.

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Remember it’s OK to ask for help, and having been pregnant before is often a good prognostic sign. But things may have changed in terms of the health of you or your partner, and the sooner this is investigated, the better the chance of being able to do something to help you to conceive.

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HOW TO HELP A CHILD COPE WHEN THEIR PARENTS DIVORCE When When parents parents separate separate and and divorce, divorce, children children experience experience thisthis loss loss and and change change as as a bereavement. a bereavement.

Losing Losing thethe constancy constancy of the of the family family home home unit unit makes makes them them mourn mourn and and long long forfor it to it to bebe reconstituted reconstituted because, because, as as author author Brené Brené Brown Brown says, says, “We “We areare hardwired hardwired to to connect connect with with others, others, it’sit’s what what gives gives purpose purpose and and meaning meaning to to ourour lives, lives, and and without without it it While While it’sit’s possible possible to to maintain maintain a a there there is suffering. is suffering. throughout throughout divorce, divorce, children children need need help help connection connection to to process process thethe separation. separation. ” ”

CACA S ES E STST UDY UDY Alice, Alice, aged aged 8, talks 8, talks about about what what it felt it felt likelike when when herher parents parents divorced divorced Alice Alice started started having having play play therapy therapy after after herher Mum Mum could could nono longer longer cope cope with with Alice’s Alice’s angry angry meltdowns, meltdowns, following following herher divorce divorce from from Alice’s Alice’s Dad. Dad.

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After 12 weekly sessions of play therapy, Alice had expressed some of her anger and distress, and learned how to tell her parents what she needed from them. I facilitated several family sessions, which enabled everyone to understand the importance of listening and reflecting.

Over half of couples divorcing in the UK in 2007 had at least one child aged under 16. This meant that there were over 110,000 children who were aged under 16 when their parents divorced, and 20% of these children were under five years old.

However, many more children go through parental separation each year that are not included in figures like this, as their parents were not married (The Royal College of Psychiatrists).

When parents decide to live apart, the level of upset the child feels can vary depending on how their parents separated, the age of the child, how much they understand and the support they get from parents, family and friends. In children up to the age of nine, their world is a dependent one, in which they rely on parents to meet their physical, psychological and emotional needs. So when parents separate and divorce, a child may feel: • A sense of loss – a child loses their home and way of life.

• Afraid of being left alone – if one parent leaves, perhaps the other parent will too.

• Angry at one or both parents.

• Anxious about having caused the parental separation; guilty.

• Rejected and insecure.

• Torn between both parents; disloyal.

Emotional and behavioural problems Children can become insecure when their parents separate because the separation may trigger how they express their attachment. If a child has an insecure attachment style, it is likely that their behaviour will reflect that insecurity.

Seeing their parents separate through divorce may cause children to regress to a younger age.

A parent may, therefore, see bedwetting, clinginess, nightmares, worries and general disobedience. Some of these behaviours may also show up at school and can be distressing for the child who is now ‘standing out’ in the classroom, and may feel like they are losing their dignity and privacy. This type of behaviour can happen before or after visits to the parent who is living apart from the family. These are red flags and may mean parents need to offer additional emotional and practical support at home.

How to help your child through a divorce • Routine. The loss of a routine can quickly destabilise a child’s emotional equilibrium, making them feel insecure. Maintaining a regular routine helps a child cope with increased anxiety and change.

• Acceptance. A child’s age and developmental level can affect how he or she understands loss, and a child’s grief looks different from an adult’s.

Children do not always cry or immediately show emotion but this does not mean they are not deeply affected by the loss.

• Keep it real. Be open and honest about what happened. Doing so lets a child know that it is not taboo to talk about painful feelings.

• Rituals. Invite children to create new rituals as well as maintain established and cherished ones.

If they are living in two homes, this will help them settle and accept change.

These feelings can be made worse by the fact that many children have to leave their family home, live somewhere else and sometimes change schools.

Most families separating will face some financial hardship, even if they did not experience money difficulties before. This can bring loss in the form of a child being unable to continue their extracurricular activities, and these changes can cause emotional stress for the parent and child, therefore impacting their relationship.

• Signposts. Increased anxiety can manifest itself as loss of appetite, loss of sleep or lack of interest in things such as playing games or attending school.

It is important not to focus on the behaviour (as doing so may only make it worse) but, instead, help them acknowledge the feelings that are driving their behaviour.

Even if the parental relationship had been tense or violent, children may still have mixed feelings about their parents’ separation. The children I have seen in my practice have all held onto a wish that their parents would get back together, restoring the family unit.

• Story. If talking directly about the loss is difficult for the child, reading a story can help them access their feelings through character and metaphor because it makes them feel safe while they express their grief.

Amanda Seyderhelm is a recognised authority in the play therapy field, having worked extensively with children at Great Ormond Street Hospital, in Primary Schools and in private practice. Amanda’s second book, Helping Children Cope with Loss and Change: A guide for parents and professionals offers practical tools to help children experiencing emotional difficulties associated with bereavement and other major life changes. www.amandaseyderhelm.com

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30 NOV - 23 DEC

FARM CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE

Mini Meadows Farm. 10:30am - 2:30pm

Let the elves transport you into a magical world of Christmas wishes and wonder. Make your way through the candy cane maze, elf forest and elf village.

Write a letter to Santa and see how he delivers the presents. Decorate gingerbread in Mrs Claus’ kitchen and settle down for storytime. And of course, meet Santa in his workshop and receive a lovely present.

Naseby Road, Northampton, NN6 6HZ Tel: 07824 393517 minimeadowsfarm

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SANTA'S GROTTO

Delapré Abbey, 11am - 4.30pm

Have your little ones been particularly good this year? Why not treat them to meeting Santa in the gorgeous surroundings of the Grade II* listed Delapré Abbey. Santa will be on hand to meet the children, chat about their wish list and give them an early Christmas present, lovingly wrapped by his team of elves.

London Road, Northampton, NN4 8AW Tel: 01604 760817 delapreabbey.org

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Cost: £4 - £19.50. Pre-booking essential.

Cost: £5 per child. Visit delapreabbey.org to book a one hour slot.

DEC SANTA CRUISES

EVERY WEEKEND, FRI 20, MON 23, TUE 24

The Boat Inn. See website for times

DEC CHRISTMAS CAROLS & GROTTO 21 Brackley Town Hall. 4.30pm - 8pm Come and in the Christmas Carols on the Market Place with the Brackley and District Brass Band. The carols will start at 6pm.

Santa's grotto will be held in the Town Hall and is open from 4.30pm until 8pm.

There will be lovely Brackley Butchers selling burgers and mulled wine from Waynflete Lodge.

20 High Street, Brackley, NN13 7DS Tel: 01280 702441 BrackleyTownCouncil

Cost: £15 to £20 per person according to date.

Cost: See website for details.

TRAINS

Depart from The Boat Inn, Stoke Bruerne for a 1½ hour cruise through the famous Blisworth Tunnel in their narrowboat ‘Indian Chief’ to Blisworth, where Santa will join the boat for the return journey, meet each child and give them a present. Hot/soft drinks and mince pies/crispy cakes are included. Party games and music will be played during the cruise.

Bridge Rd, Stoke Bruerne, Towcester, NN12 7SB Tel: 01604 862428 BoatInnsb www.boatinn.co.uk 24, 30 NOV EVERY WEEKEND DEC

SANTA SPECIALS

Northampton & Lamport Railway.

Starts at 10:30am, 30-minute intervals until 3:30pm

Come along to visit Santa in his Magical Grotto and then take a train ride along the Northampton & Lamport Railway from Pitsford and Brampton station.

Every child will receive a present from Santa, a soft drink, and biscuits. Every adult will receive a glass of sherry (or soft drink if preferred) and a mince pie.

Pitsford Road, Chapel Brampton, NN6 8BA Tel: 01604 820327 NLRailway www.nlr.org.uk Cost start from: Adult £11.50, Child £12.50 (1 - 15yrs), Infants £5.50. See website for full details.

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www.brackleynorthants-tc.gov.uk

DEC CHRISTMAS SANTA STOP 23 Daventry Country Park. 10am - 12pm.

Meet Father Christmas in his Grotto and receive a present. Father Christmas is at the Country Park courtesy of his good friends from the Rotary Club of Danetre Daventry. Donations to the Rotary Club's Christmas Charity Collection will be welcomed on the day.

Northern Way, Daventry, NN11 2JB Tel: 01327 877193 DaventryCountrypark www.santastop.eventbrite.co.uk (Booking opens 4th Nov) Cost: £2.50 per child. Recommended for children up to the age of 11. Must book in advance.

Details are correct at time of printing but may change. Please check with the event host for prices, times and dates.

Santa Cruise Specials Depart from The Boat Inn, Stoke Bruerne for a 1½ hour cruise through the famous Blisworth Tunnel in our narrowboat ‘Indian Chief’ to Blisworth, where Santa will join the boat for the return journey, meet each child and give them a present. Party games and music will be played during the cruise.

TICKETS INCLUDE:

• 1½ hour cruise • Mince Pies / Crispy Cakes • Soft Drinks • Tea/Coffee/Mulled Wine • Christmas Crackers • A present for each child • Pass the parcel will be played on the outward journey

All this from £15 - £20 per person * For dates and departure times check our website www.boatinn.co.uk, select boat trips from the menu.

Children under 12 months free.

The Boat Inn, Stoke Bruerne, Nr Towcester, NN12 7SB. For further information and ticket sales Telephone: 01604 862428 or e-mail: santacruises@boatinn.co.uk

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CHRISTMAS ICE EMPORIUM

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PARENT AND TODDLER SESSIONS • Available to adults with toddlers (0 - 5 years) • A great opportunity for parents to socialise with other parents and young children during school hours and 9am some weekends.

• Pushchairs are allowed on the ice during these sessions.

Our team provide push along penguins and other colourful props to create a relaxed, fun atmosphere.

• Over the shoe grippers can be provided in place of skates for non-skaters to join in the fun.

ICE CAFÉ & CARLSBERG BLIZZARD BAR • Our Ice Café offers a range of freshly prepared hot & cold food & drinks.

• No pre-ordering required, however, groups of 6 or more can fill out a pre-order form before skating and SKATING BOOKING TIMES we will ensure your order is ready after your skate.

DECEMBER

NOVEMBER

Sat Ice Sun MCafé Tu W Th F SatSun M Tu capacity W Th F SatSun Tu W Th200 F SatSun M Tu W • Our has seating forM over (From Sat 3rd to Fri 23rd) 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 people. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

JANUARY 2020 Th F Sat Sun M Tu W Th F Sat Sun M Tu W Th F SatSun M Tu W Th F Sat Sun 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6

Book online at www.beckworthemporium.co.uk ADULTS (aged 16 and over) £8 CHILDREN (aged 15 and under) £6 PUSH ALONG PENGUINS £5

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For full calendar including peak December sessions, please refer to our website www.beckworthemporium.co.uk

(From Sat Oct 26th to Sun Nov 24th)

09:00-09:45 10:00-10:45 11:00-11:45 12:00-12:45 13:00-13:45 14:00-14:45 15:00-15:45 16:00-16:45 17:00-17:45 18:00-18:45 19:00-19:45 20:00-20:45 HALF PRICE SKATING

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FRIDAY FUN NIGHTS

Beckworth Emporium, Glebe Road, Mears Ashby, Northants NN6 0DL. www.beckworthemporium.co.uk BeckworthEmporium

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Christmas

CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS FOR YOUR LITTLE ONES.

TOOT-TOOT FRIENDS ADVENT CALENDAR, £24.99 Steering away from chocolate treats, VTech’s advent calendars provide little ones from 1 – 5 years with 24 interactive toys - one for each day.

Fold down the gift box to reveal a beautiful Christmas scene and use the gifts to bring it to life. Includes a MagicPoint™ Father Christmas and Christmas Sleigh, reindeer, elf and more. Placing Father Christmas on the MagicPoint™ location triggers two sing along songs, fun phrases, music, lights and more! Father Christmas works with other Toot Toot Friends™ accessories and play sets. Available from Amazon.

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MOONJAR MONEYBOX SAVE. SPEND. SHARE, £23.95 Moonjar Moneyboxes help children learn about money.

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LITTLE COOKS CO, FROM £8.33 PER MTH Little Cooks Co is a monthly subscription-based recipe kit for kids, packed with all the natural and healthy ingredients needed for a delicious and nutritious recipe.

So whether you’re looking for something to do with your little one at home or looking for the perfect gift that’s fun, educational and affordable – look no further! www.littlecooksco.co.uk

HARKLA HUG, £62.99 Are you looking for a new relaxation station for a child with sensory needs? The Harkla Hug combines a sensory input tool with the fun of a toy! Inflate the Hug and watch your child explore a new comfort spot. Now made with flocked vinyl, this durable peapod is a perfect addition to a sensory room. www.harkla.co/hug

FINDME FINDME PERSONALISED BOOKS, £15.99 + 2.99P&P Findme Findme is a free app that allows you to create personalised baby books using photos of family and friends from your phone. Add your photos to the educational, interactive book templates in the app and watch as your little one finds their friends and family hiding in the stories! The app is free to download and there are four free books that you can personalise. All books can also be purchased as a printed booklet which makes a lovely Christmas gift.

Download from the AppStore. www.findmefindme.com

We are a small and friendly pre-school set in a homely cottage environment, caring for children aged 2-4 years.

We are unique because we provide:

• A selection of pre-ordered Hot Lunches* • Weekly music sessions & Secret Garden visits • Monthly Nature School sessions* • Close links with Guilsborough Primary School (including use of their facilities) *available at a small charge 15 & 30 hours funded places for children 2-4 years, Mon to Fri, 9am to 3pm in term times The Green, Guilsborough, Northants NN6 8PT 01604 740761 | admin@guilsboroughpreschool.org

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Create personalised baby books on your phone Add photos of your child’s loved ones to our book templates, and watch with joy as they discover family and friends hiding in their stories, whilst learning about the world around them. Choose from stories such as ‘Day at the Zoo’, ‘My Birthday Party’ or ‘A Trip Through Space’.

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WIN A FAMILY TICKET TO MEET

COMPETITION

Santa in his Antarctic Grotto! at the National Sea ife Centre, Birmingham Enter your name into our free prize draw to win a family ticket to meet Santa in his Antarctic Grotto from the 23rd November to 23rd December 2019, worth over £80.

HOW TO ENTER Enter via Facebook at toddle.fun/sealifesanta simply comment on the post to enter.

WOR TH OVER £80!

All guests at the National Sea Life Centre can meet Santa with his North Pole neighbours - the Gentoo Penguins - in the chilly Ice Adventure area this winter.

The resident family of Gentoo penguins are a firm favourite with visitors of all ages and the lovable waddling birds have expanded their numbers this year with the addition of the aquarium’s Gentoo penguin chicks, born in June.

Plus, don’t miss Sea Life’s underwater Christmas tree located in the amazing 360 Ocean Tunnel, and discover how staff make sure all creatures have a very Merry Fish-mas! All this plus meeting Santa and a free gift from the man himself is included within all admission tickets for the perfect festive experience this holiday season.

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Only available at The National Sea Life Centre Birmingham.

T&C’s apply - all online at www.toddle.fun/sealifesanta.

Competition ends midnight 17th November 2019.

To book a visit to see Santa visit: www.sealife.co.uk/birmingham

Now taking registrations For children aged 6 weeks to 5 years

Fun is an essential ingredient at Nene Valley Day Nursery and Preschool where the care and education opportunities for each and every child are as extraordinary as the staff who provide them.

We would be delighted to show you around T: 01604 628444

E: nene.valley@childbase.com

Nene Valley Day Nursery, Northampton General Hospital Complex, Cliftonville, Northampton NN1 5BD

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YOU WILL NEED:

METHOD:

• The cardboard roll from your Christmas wrapping paper

1. Paint the wrapping paper tube – inside and out, (we did green on the outside and gold on the inside) and leave to dry.

• Paint

2. Cut the roll into slices – approx. 2 cm thick.

• A paintbrush

3. Pinch the slices at each end to form a leaf shape.

• Glue

4. Glue the leaves together in groups of 6 to make a flower.

• Scissors

5. Make 8 flowers and glue them together in a circle shape to form a wreath.

• Ribbon or any other embellishment for decoration

6. Add a ribbon for hanging and a bow at the bottom for decoration.

7. Hang up and have a fabulous eco-Christmas!

Nicola and Sue are good friends who showcase fun ideas for parents and kids. Nicola is an experienced DT teacher with a passion for science and Sue worked in kids’ TV for years and adores food art and crafts.

Check out their blog for more fun ideas! www.instagram.com/buddiesbabiesandbiscuits

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Daily Activity Planner

DAILY L ACTIVITY PLANNER LY YOUR LOCAL ‘WHAT’S ON GUIDE’ FOR FAMILIES WITH BUMPS - 5S IN NORTHAMPTON, DAVENTRY, TOWCESTER, BRACKLEY AND SURROUNDING AREAS. The Daily Activity Planner is your one stop shop for finding virtually any and all of the bump, baby & toddler groups and classes.

Visit the Toddle About website at www.toddle.fun/activity-finder then simply enter your postcode to find the groups near you.

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Harpole

Billing

13:30-15:00T s Nr the Turnpike Pub/Restaurant NN7 4DD. Rosemary: 01604 588116; For 0 5s, £1 per family (drop in).

10:00-12:30T at ‘The Venue’, Billing Aquadrome NN3 9DA. Denise: 01604 826066; For 3m - 5s, £10 per class (book by term). Swimming classes.

Headlands

Collingtree

9:30-12:00T at Headlands Primary School, Bushland Road NN3 2NS. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 4s, £11.29 per session (book by term).

Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

10:00-11:00TH at Collingtree Village Hall, High Street NN4 0NQ. 07725 325003; For 0 - 5s, £4.80 (drop in).

Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

Hunsbury

Dallington

9:00-10:30T; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per session (drop in).

9:3011:00TH; For 1 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book). 9.30am: 18mths-3yrs & 10.15am: 3-5yrs.

11:30-12:15T; For 0, 1, mums, £6.50 per session (book). at Danes Camp Leisure Centre, Clannell Rd NN4 0RX. 01604 837200.

12:0014:30T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

15:00-18:00TH; For 3 - 5s, £7 per child (please book).

In holidays: 8am-5pm (£17).Call Jenny or Roger on 01604 452686. at Camrose Early Years Centre, Tenby Road NN5 7DF. 01604 585219.

13:30-14:00T at Dallington Lawn Tennis Club, Dallington Park Rd NN5 7AA. 07747 785344; For 2 - 5s, (book by term). Qualified LTA coaches, classes for all ages.

10:30-11:00TH at Hunsbury Library, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. 01604 702691; For 2 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Kingsley Park

Delapre

14:15-14:45T; For 18m - 3s, (book by term).

17:30-18:00T; For 5 - 8s, (book by term).

14:00-15:00T Dr NN4 7HW. 01295 709221; For 0 4s, £16.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Parade NN2 7HE. 07378 895461.

Kingsthorpe

Duston

9:00-10:30T at Lyncrest Primary School, Lyncrest Avenue NN5 5PE. 01604 751336; For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). Check before attending to ensure running.

10:00-11:30T at Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue NN6 5EX. 01604 837600; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book).

10:00-12:00T at Duston Village Hall, Sycamore Road NN5 6JS. 07792 646846; For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in).

10:10-10:40T at Timken Grange Care Home, Timken Way S NN5 6FR. 07772 536338; For 18m - 4s, (please book). First class is free. Join residents for tea/coffee afterwards.

10:30-11:00TH at Duston Children's Centre Duston Library , Pendle Road NN5 6DT. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Far Cotton

10:00-14:45T s Rothersthorpe Crescent NN4 8JD. 01604 660585; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 (please book).

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10:00-11:15T at St Marks Church Hall, St Mark’s Crescent NN2 8EG. For 0 5s, £2 per session (drop in). £1 per extra child.

Grange Park 10:00-12:00T at Grange Park Community Centre, School Lane NN4 5FZ. For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per family (drop in). Everyone welcome.

Great Houghton

10:00-10:45T; For 1 - 4s, £6 per session (please book).

16:30-17:45T; For 5s, £4 per session (please book). Classes Mon & Weds 4.30pm (5-7yrs) / Mon: 5pm (8-12yrs). at Great Houghton Hall, High Street NN4 7AF. 07971 822009 / 01604 877577.

Hardingstone

10:00-12:40T at Hardingstone Village Hall, High Street NN4 6DA. 0844 412 8179; For 0 - 5s, £5 (please book). Fun music sessions.

Harlestone

10:00-11:30T at Harlestone Village Hall, Harlestone NN7. For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per child (drop in).

16:15-17:00T; For 3 - 4s.

17:00-17:45T; For 4 - 5s. at Oncore Dance Academy Studios, Footshape House NN2 6HT. 07971 824 759 or 07894 667 333. Please book! Imaginative & fun introduction to ballet.

Moulton

9:30-14:00TH at Chris Moody Centre, Moulton College NN3 7RR. 07813 434740; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Fun new swimming classes.

Northampton Centre

10:00-12:00TH at Northampton Central Library, Abington Street NN1 2BA. 0300 126 s 10:00-12:00TH at 9 Overstone Road NN1 3JL. 01604 824080; For bump - 5s, FREE (drop in).

16:00-17:00T at Open Stage, 110 Whitworth Road NN1 4HJ. 07847 922542; For 2 - 4s, (book by 6-week term).

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10:30-11:30TH at Soo Yoga, Sol Central, Mare Fair NN1 1SR. 01604 621004; For 10wks - 6mths, (please book).

11:45-12:45TH; For 0 - 5s.

14:0015:30T; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per session at The Mounts Baths, Upper Mounts NN1 3DN. 01604 837400. (Please book). Call for ages & times.

16:00-17:30T at DW Sport, St. James Retail Park NN1 1EE. Emie: 01604 830405; For 3 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

Duston

Ballet, modern, tap, flexibility, Acro and more!

9:30-11:00TH at Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue NN6 5EX. 01604 837600; For 1 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book).

CLAS SES FROM 18 MON THS - ADU LTS

10:00-11:00TH at Duston Children's

ISTD and RAD exam work. Fully qualified and experienced teachers.

11:30-12:30T at Hunsbury Library, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. Leveta: 07580 320228; For 0s, £12 per session (book by 5-week term).

FIRST Centre Duston Library , Pendle Road CLASS NN5 6DT. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 1s, Kingsley Studio provides a wide variety FREE FREE (drop in). Upto 18mths. of dance disciplines, workshops, fun ways East Hunsbury to keep fit through a professional education into the performing arts industry for girls and boys.

E: kingsleystudio@hotmail.com T:kingsleystudionorthampton 07378 895 461

Far Cotton

10:00-14:45T s 56-58 Rothersthorpe Crescent NN4 8JD. 01604 660585; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 (please book).

16:15-17:45TH at Bespoke Ballroom, Sol Central, Mare Fair NN1 1SR. 01604 621004; For 5s, (please book). Classes: 4.15pm (5-11yrs) & 5pm (8-11yrs).

Grange Park

9:00-10:40T High St NN4 6LP. 07772 536338; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Sessions: 9.30am (0-18mths) & 10.10am (18mth-4yrs).

First class is free.

Parklands

14:00-16:00T at Parklands Community Centre, Devon Way NN3 6DX. Sarah: 07841 391188; For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in).

9:15-11:15T at Grange Park Community Centre, School Lane. For 0 - 3s, £2.50 per family. Inc breakfast.

Every 2nd & 4th week.

Rushden

9:15-14:45TH; For 0 5s, £2.50 per session (drop in).

11:00-11:30TH; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

13:00-13:30TH; For 0 4s, FREE (drop in).

13:00-13:30TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). at RUSH 2The DEN, 16 Fitzwilliam Street NN10 9YW. 07733 232821.

Upton

9:45-10:30T at The Elgar Centre, 1 High St NN5 4EN. Sharon: 07812 494712; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (please book).

West Hunsbury

9:45-12:20T at Camp Hill Community Centre, Dayrell Road NN4 9RR. Chantel: 07814 884948; For walking - 5s, £6.95 per class (please book). Structured play.

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10:30-12:10T at Hardingstone Village Hall, High Street NN4 6DA. 0844 412 8179; For 0 - 5s, £5 (please book). Fun music sessions.

Headlands

10:00-12:00T at Headlands Primary School, Bushland Road NN3 2NS. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 4s, £11.29 per session (book by term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

Kings Heath

9:30-16:00TH at 4 Park Square, Kings Heath NN5 7LQ. 07843 642320; For 0 - 5s. Annual Fee £12 per family p/ year for m/ship, plus hire charges.1st Sun of month.

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10:30-11:00T at Weston Favell Library, Weston Favell Centre NN3 8JZ. 01604 413504; For 0 4s, FREE (drop in).

Wootton

10:00-12:45T Street NN4 6LP. Amy: 07775 877093; For 0 - 5s, £6 per class (drop in). BIG fun and stimulating music/play classes.

TUESDAY

9:30-11:30T at St Gregory’s Catholic Church, fi For 0 - 5s, £0.50 (drop in). Enter back of car park.

9:30-11:00T at Abington Parish Rooms, Corner of Ashburnham Road and Park Avenue North NN3 2HT. 07810 526993; For bump - 4s, £1 per child (drop in). Play, chat & sing-a-long.

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Hardingstone

Classes teach mindfulness through play to help children 2 years+ with:

9:30-10:15T at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, Billing Brook Road NN3 8JR. 01604 837300; For 18m - 5s, £4.50 per class (book).

Abington

9:30-11:30T at The Kairos Centre, Wilks Walk NN4 5DW. FREE (drop in). 1st Tues of the Month.

10:30-11:30T at Abington Library, Lindsay Avenue NN3 2SJ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

16:00-16:45TH at Open Stage, 110 Whitworth Road NN1 4HJ. 07847 922542; For 4 - 5s, £14.50 (book by 4-week term). Pre-Primary Dance Classes for 4-6 year olds.

Billing

10:00-12:30T at ‘The Venue’, Billing Aquadrome NN3 9DA. Denise: 01604 826066; For 0 - 5s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term).

Swimming classes for 3months - 5 yrs.

Dallington

5s, FREE (drop in).

12:00-15:30T; For 0 -

15:00-18:00TH; For 3 - 5s, £7 per child (please book). In Holidays: 8am5pm (£17).Call Jenny or Roger on 01604 452686. at Camrose Early Years Centre, Tenby Road NN5 7DF. 01604 585219.

Kingsley Park

13:30-15:00T at Kingsley Park Methodist Church, Milton St NN2 7JF. For 0 - 5s, (drop in).

18:00-21:00TH at Heathers Tea Room, 86 Kingsley Park Terrace NN2 7HE. 01604 717648; FREE (drop in). Bring crafts,make friends,have fun.

Kingsthorpe

9:00-13:00T at The Bee Hive, Northgate School Arts College, Harborough Road NN2 8LR. 01604 372747; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

9:30-11:00T at Thorplands Children's Centre, fi (drop in).

16:00-18:30T fi Avenue NN2 6JN. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term).

Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

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WEDNESDAY

Moulton

Overstone

13:30-16:30T at The Chris Moody Centre, Moulton College, Gate 4 NN3 7QL. 01604 372747; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

10:0011:30TH; For 0s, (book by 6-week course).

13:0014:00TH; For 0s, (book by 6-week term). 6wk course. at Overstone Park Health Resort, Billing Lane NN6 0AS.

10:45-11:30T at Open Stage, 110 Whitworth Road NN1 4HJ. 07847 922542; For 0 - 1s, (book by term). Sensory toys, lights, puppets & live music!

Parklands

Billing

10:00-11:00TH at Parklands Community Centre, Devon Way NN3 6DX. 07725 325003; For 0 - 4s, £4.80 (drop in). Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

10:00-11:30T at ‘The Venue’, Billing Aquadrome NN3 9DA. Denise: 01604 826066; For 0 - 5s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term).

Swimming classes for 3months - 5 yrs.

Rushden

Boughton

9:15-14:45TH; For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per session (drop in).

12:15-14:45TH; For 0s, £2.50 per session (drop in). Non movers. at RUSH 2The DEN, 16 Fitzwilliam Street NN10 9YW. 07733 232821.

11:50-14:15T at Boughton Village Hall, Butcher’s Lane NN2 8SH. Sarah: 07512 469881; For 0 - 1s, £7 per session (book by term).

Classes: 11.50am (0-6mth), 13.15pm (0-13mth).

Northampton Centre

10:00-12:00T at St Giles Church Centre, St Giles Terrace NN1 2BN. Emma: 01604 628623; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Crafts, play & singing. 50p for drink & snack.

9:00-11:00T at The Spring Lane Charity, The Annex NN1 2JW. 01604 245767; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Tues £1 contribution to pay for entertainer.

9:45-10:45T at DW Sports, St James Retail Park NN1 1EE. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

10:00-13:00TH at The Mounts Baths, Upper Mounts NN1 3DN. 01604 837400; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Call to confirm times/days.

11:00-11:30TH at Northamptonshire Central Library, Abington Street NN1 2BA. 0300 126 s in). Under 1s.

16:15-18:15T at DW Sport, St. James Retail Park NN1 1EE. Emie: 01604 830405; For 3 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term).

Teaching with respect, love & knowledge. (please book).

16:15-17:00TH; For 6 - 11s,

16:30-17:00TH; For 18m - 5s, (please book). at Bespoke Ballroom, Sol Central, Mare Fair NN1 1SR. 01604 621004.

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T: Term Time

H: Holidays

Weston Favell

9:30-10:00TH; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book).

10:30-11:30T; For 0 - 5s. Call centre for class ages and times. at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, Billing Brook Road NN3 8JR. 01604 838333.

Abington

Collingtree

10:00-11:00T at Collingtree Village Hall, High Street NN4 0ND. 07857 461612; For 1 - 5s, £10 per child (please book). Stimulating class encouraging your child’s sense of discovery.

Dallington

Wootton

9:00-13:00T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Weds session has stay & play 10am-12pm & 1-2.30pm.

15:00-18:00TH; For 3 - 5s, £7 per child (please book). T/T: 3-6pm (£7) & H/T: 8am-5pm (£17).Call Jenny or Roger on 01604 452686. at Camrose Early Years Centre, Tenby Road NN5 7DF. 01604 585219.

10:00-11:00TH Curtlee Hill NN4 6ED. Amanda: 07766 731542; For 0 - 5s (drop in). Entertainment show & cake!

13:30-14:15T at Dallington Lawn Tennis Club, Dallington Park Rd NN5 7AA. 07747 785344; For 2 - 5s, (book by term). Qualified LTA coaches, classes for all ages.

10:00-10:45T at Northampton County Lawn Tennis Club, 54b Church Way NN3 3BX. Laura: 07766 557122; For 2 - 5s, £5. Fun introduction to tennis!

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Monday • Free play classes for under 3’s.

• Structured classes for 3-4yrs.

• Learn to improve on agility, balance and coordination using a variety of gymnastics equipment.

• All classes led by Qualified pre-school gymnastics coaches.

• Opportunity to move into after school classes when child starts full time education.

10:00 - 10:45 (2-3yrs) 11:00 - 11:45 (3-4yrs)

Tuesday: 10-10.45am Wednesday & Friday: 1-1.45pm (term time).

Wacky Wednesday Join us on Wednesdays during school holidays and play with our equipment!

Drop in 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm: £5 p/c. For under 5s.

Limited spaces available. To book, please contact:

Laura Mineards: 07766 557 122

Northampton County Lawn Tennis Club, 54b Church Way, Weston Favell, Northampton.

To book a place, please ring 01604 660 585 www.ncaacgymnastics.com 56-58 Rothersthorpe Crescent, Northampton, NN4 8JD.

lauramineards@yahoo.co.uk Delapre

01604 372747; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

Duston

Hartbeeps offers original music & sensory play classes for babies & children in Northampton, Rushden, Wymington & Kettering. Contact Amy on 07775 877093 or amy@hartbeeps.com

10:30-11:00TH at Hunsbury Library, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. 01604 702691; For 0 - 12m, FREE (drop in).

www.hartbeeps.com

10:00-11:30T at Hardingstone Village Hall, High Street NN4 6DA. For bump s Up to 18mths.

10:00-11:30T; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book).

11:00-12:00TH; For 1 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book). Call centre for class age & times. at Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue NN6 5EX. 01604 837600.

Earls Barton

10:30-12:00TH at Earls Barton Library, Broad Street NN6 0ND. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Far Cotton

10:30-11:00TH Centre, Towcester Road NN4 8LG. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-14:45T s Rothersthorpe Crescent NN4 8JD. 01604 660585; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 (please book).

Harlestone

17:00-18:30T at Oncore Dance Academy Studios, Footshape House NN2 6HT. 07971 824 759 or 07894 667 333; For 4 - 5s, (please book).

Junior 1 @ 5pm / Junior 2 @ 5.45pm.

9:00-11:00T at Headlands Lower School, Bushland Road NN3 2NS. Julie: 01604 413462; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Snacks & loads of activities - all welcome!

10:00-12:40T at Moulton Community Centre, Reedings NN3 7AX. 0844 412 8179; For 0 - 5s, £5 (please book). Fun music sessions.

Headlands

Moulton

10:00-12:00T at Headlands Primary School, Bushland Road NN3 2NS. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 4s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

Hunsbury

Great Houghton

16:30-17:45T at Great Houghton Hall, High Street NN4 7AF. 07971 822009 / 01604 877577; For 5s, £4 per session (please book).

Classes Mon & Weds - 4.30pm (5-7yrs) / Mon: 5pm (8-12yrs) & Weds 5pm (Girls only 8-12yrs).

9:30-11:30T s Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. Shirley: 07503 182564; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per session (drop in).

Does not run on 2nd Weds of month.

Grange Park

9:30-13:30T at Grange Park Community Centre, School Lane NN4 5FZ. Chantel: 07814 884 948; For 0 - 5s, £6.95 per class (please book).

Structured play from walking - school age.

Kingsthorpe

10:00-11:00TH s Harlestone NN7 4EH. 07725 325003; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 (drop in).

9:30-10:15TH; For 1 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book). 18mths-5yrs.

10:0012:00TH; For 0 - 5s, £21 (please book). Call centre for class age & times.

10:15-11:00T; For 0 - 4s, £4.50 per session (please book). £4.50 non members.£3.50 members. at Danes Camp Leisure Centre, Clannell Road NN4 0RX. 01604 837200.

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Thursday 10:00 - 10:45 (2-3yrs) 11:00 - 11:45 (3-4yrs) 13:00 - 13:45 (3-4yrs) 14:00 - 14:45 (3-4yrs)

Friday

Come join the FUN learn about the game and develop fundamental skills aimed at 2 ½-5 years.

14:00-16:00T at Northampton

Tues & Weds 10:00 - 10:45 (2-3yrs) 11:00 - 11:45 (3-4yrs) 13:00 - 13:45 (3-4yrs) 14:00 - 14:45 (3-4yrs)

• Partake in our very own GymBugs award scheme which is closely linked to our after-school badges.

TINY TOTS TENNIS

10:00 - 10:45 (2-3yrs) 11:00 - 11:45 (under 2’s) 13:00 - 13:45 (3-4yrs) 14:00 - 14:45 (3-4yrs)

10:30-15:00TH at Chris Moody Centre, Moulton College NN3 7RR. 07813 434740; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Fun new swimming classes.

Northampton Centre

10:30-11:00TH at Bespoke Ballroom at Sol Central, Mare Fair NN1 1SR. 01604 621004; For 1 - 3s, (please book). For 18mth-3yrs.

16:00-18:00T at Barry Road Swimming Pool, 24-2 Covington Street NN1 5JU. Emie: 01604 83 04 05; For 3 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

9:15-14:00TH; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Call to confirm session times/days.

14:00-16:00T; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per session (please book). Call centre for class age & times. at The Mounts Baths, Upper Mounts NN1 3DN. 01604 837400.

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9:30-11:15T

s

516809; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family.

11:00-11:30TH at Northamptonshire Central Library, Abington Street NN1 2BA. 0300 126 s

Rushden

9:30-11:15T s Road Entrance) NN10 0LH. Amy: 07775 877093; For 0 - 5s, £6 per class (drop in). BIG fun and stimulating music/play classes.

9:45-14:45TH; For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per session (drop in).

10:30-11:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

10:30-11:00TH; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

11:15-11:45TH; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in). at RUSH 2The DEN, 16 Fitzwilliam Street NN10 9YW. 07733 232821.

St James

10:00-13:30TH at Emmanuel Church, Weston Favell Centre NN3 8JR. 01604 402150; For 0 5s, £2 per child (drop in).

13:00-13:45T at Northampton County Lawn Tennis Club, 54b Church Way NN3 3BX. Laura: 07766 557122; For 2 - 5s, £5. Fun intro to tennis!

THURSDAY

Abington

13:15-15:00T at Park Avenue Methodist Church, Park Avenue North NN3 2HT. 01604 633436; For 0 - 4s, £1 per child (drop in).

Billing

10:00-12:00T at ‘The Venue’, Billing Aquadrome NN3 9DA. Denise: 01604 826066; For 0 - 5s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term).

Swimming classes for 3months - 5 yrs.

Dallington

9:30-11:00T at Gospel Hall, Spencer Bridge Road NN5 7DP. Gill: 07749 520588; For 0 - 4s.

Donations appreciated.

Upton

10:00-12:00T at The Elgar Centre, High Street NN5 4EN. 07931 436852; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in).

Weston Favell

10:00-12:45TH at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, Billing Brook Road NN3 8JR. 01604 837 300; For 1 - 4s, £4.50 per session (please book). Call to confirm times & book, different times for ages.

KEY:

10:00-11:30TH at Weston Favell Library, Weston Favell Centre NN3 8JZ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 5s, FREE (drop in). Sesions: 10am & 11am.

T: Term Time

H: Holidays

11:00-11:45T at Camrose Early Years Centre, Tenby Road NN5 7DF. Sharon: 07812 494712; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (please book). Pop up class (please check web for dates).

Duston 10:00-13:45T at Duston Community Centre, Pendle Road NN5 6DT. Amy: 07775 877093; For 0 - 5s, £6 per class (drop in). BIG fun and stimulating music/play classes.

10:00-11:00TH at Duston Library, Pendle Road NN5 6DT. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

10:30-11:15TH; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book).

11:15-12:00TH; For 0, 1, mums, dads, £6.50 per session (please book). at Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue NN5 6EX. 01604 838333.

Far Cotton

10:00-14:45T s Rothersthorpe Crescent NN4 8JD. 01604 660585; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 (please book).

Grange Park

9:30-13:30TH fi NN4 5BE. Chantel: 07814 884 948; For 0 - 5s, £6.95 per class (please book). Structured play from walking - school age.

10:00-12:00T at. Rebecca: 07725 474341; For bump, 0, mums, FREE (drop in). For new & pregnant mums, contact Rebecca for info & location.

15:00-18:00TH at Camrose Early Years Centre, Tenby Road NN5 7DF. For 3 - 5s, £7 per child (please book). Holidays: 8am-5pm (£17).Call Jenny or Roger on 01604 452686.

10:30-11:30TH fi Way NN4 5BE. For 0 - 5s, (please book). Dates: 17/10, 14/11 & 5/12.

Delapre

Hardingstone

10:00-13:00T Eagle Drive NN4 7HW. 01604 372747; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

9:30-11:10T at Hardingstone Village Hall, High Street NN4 6DA. 0844 412 8179; For 0 - 5s, £5 (please book). Fun music sessions.

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Hunsbury

9:00-10:30T; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per session (drop in).

9:15-12:30TH; For 1 - 4s, £4.20 (please book). Call for times.

16:00-17:00TH; For 0 - 5s, £21 (please book). Call for class age & times. at Danes Camp Leisure Centre, Clannell Road NN4 0RX. 01604 837200.

Kings Heath

9:30-16:00TH at 4 Park Square, Kings Heath NN5 7LQ. 07843 642320; For 0 - 5s. Annual Fee £12 per family p/year for m/ship, plus hire. 1st Sun of mth.

Abington

Junior Tennis Sessions: 2-5 yrs.

Classes for older children as well.

9:20-10:00T; For 2 4s, per class (book by term). Follow a story,dance,sing,play instruments.

10:45-11:20T; For 0 - 1s, (book by term). Sensory toys, lights, puppets & live music! at Open Stage, 110 Whitworth Road NN1 4HJ. 07847 922542.

Dallington Park Rd, Northants, NN7 5AA

10:30-11:00TH at Abington Library, Lindsay Avenue NN3 2SJ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

To book call James: 07747 785 344 Email: jameshaley53@hotmail.com

Chapel Brampton

www.dallingtonjuniortennis.com

LYNCREST PRIMARY SCHOOL NURSERY

Kingsthorpe

9:30-12:30T at The Beehive, Harborough Road NN2 8LR. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 1s, £11.29 per class (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

19:30-21:30T at Whitehills Nursery School, Acre Lane NN2 8DF. Kelly: 01604 820855; For bump, FREE (drop in). Discuss homebirth with midwives.

G e t y o ur

3 year old off to a flying star t

We offer: • FREE nursery setting led by a ualified teacher • mornings or afternoons • 0 hours FREE to eligible families

Moulton

9:00-11:30T at The Chris Moody Centre, Moulton College, Gate 4 NN3 7QL. 01604 372747; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

This is from 8 0am

10:00-15:00T s 34 West Street NN3 7SB. For 0 - 4s, 70p per family (drop in). 10.00 - 11.30 & 1.30 - 3pm.

Sensory sessions for newborns to crawlers

Wednesdays & Fridays 10.45am

Northampton Centre

9:00-11:00T at The Spring Lane Charity, The Annex NN1 2JW. 01604 245767; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-11:00TH; For 4wks - 6m 10:30-11:15TH; For 5mths - 4s.

16:30-17:30TH; For 5 - 12s.

19:30-20:30TH; For bumps. at Soo Yoga at Sol Central, Mare Fair NN1 1SR. 01604 621004. (Please book).

13:00-16:00T at DW Fitness, St Jame’s Retail Park NN1 1EE. 01604 372747; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

Overstone

10:0011:00TH; For 0s, (book by 6-week course).

11:3013:00TH; For 0s, (book by 6-week course). at Overstone Park Resort, Billing Ln NN6 0AS.

Songs, actions, bubbles, sensory toys & a live musician

Book online www.bookwhen.com/openstage

16:00-18:00T at Barry Road Swimming Pool, 24-2 Covington Street NN1 5JU. Emie: 01604 83 04 05; For 3 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

11:00-13:00T at The Mounts Baths, Upper Mounts NN1 3DN. 01604 837400; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per session (please book). Call centre for class age & times.

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Multi-Sensory Hoo-Ha! Northampton

Rushden 9:15-14:45TH; For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per session (drop in).

12:15-14:45TH; For 0s, £2.50 per session (drop in). Non movers.

13:00-13:30TH; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in). at RUSH 2The DEN, 16 Fitzwilliam Street NN10 9YW. 07733 232821.

Spinney Hill

Collingtree

Dallington

0pm termtime only

yncrest Avenue, Northampton NN

10:00-12:00T at Sedgebrook Hall, Pitsford Road NN6 8BD. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 3s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

13:00-14:30T at Hilton Hotel, 100 Watering Lane NN4 0XW. Denise: 01604 826066; For 1 - 5s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term).

Swimming classes for 18mths - 5 yrs.

lease make an appointment to look at our nursery by telephoning 01604 751336 and add your childs name to our waiting list GOOD Ofsted inspection, April 01

9:30-11:55TH at Moulton Community Centre, Sandy Hill NN3 7AX. Antony: 01327 705915; For 18m - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes.

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15:00-18:00TH at Camrose Early Years Centre, Tenby Road NN5 7DF. For 3 - 5s, £7 per child (please book). T/T: 3-6pm (£7) & H/T: 8am-5pm (£17).Call Jenny or Roger on 01604 452686.

Delapre

10:00-13:30T Drive NN4 7HW. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Duston

9:15-12:30TH; For 1 5s, £4.50 per session (please book). Call centre for class age & times.

13:15-14:45T; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book). Call centre to book. at Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue NN6 5EX. 01604 837600.

Earls Barton

14:30-15:00TH at Earls Barton Library, Broad Street NN6 0ND. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Ecton

18:15-21:00T at Northampton School for Girls, Spinney Hill Road NN3 6DG. Emie: 01604 830405; For 2 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

Upton 10:00-11:30TH at The Elgar Centre, Upton s 2nd & 4th Thurs.

Weston Favell 9:30-11:00TH at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, Billing Brook Road NN3 8JR. 01604 837300; For 1 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book). Call centre for class age & times.

10:30-11:00TH at Weston Favell Library, Weston Favell Centre NN3 8JZ. 01604 413504; For 0s, FREE (drop in). Under 1s.

10:30-11:30TH at Ecton Village Hall, 84 High Street NN6 0BF. For 0 - 5s, (please book). Dates: 25/10,22/11 & 13/12.

Far Cotton

10:00-11:45T s Rothersthorpe Crescent NN4 8JD. 01604 660585; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 (please book).

Hardingstone

10:00-11:00TH at The Village Hall, High Street NN4 6DA. 07725 325003; For 0 - 5s, £4.80 (drop in).

Headlands

11:30-12:30T at Headlands Primary School, Bushland Road NN3 2NS. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 4s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

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Northampton / Daventry / Rugby Midweek / Weekend Classes lnewbould@littlekickers.co.uk Call Antony/Lynne on 01327 705915

Fun football training 18 months - 7 years - www.littlekickers.co.uk

Hunsbury 9:0011:00TH; For 0 - 5s, £21 (please book). Call centre for class age & times.

10:00-11:30T; For 0 - 4s, £4.50 per session (book). £3.50 members. at Danes Camp Leisure Centre, Clannell Road NN4 0RX. 01604 837200.

10:30-11:00TH at Hunsbury Library, Overslade Close NN4 0RZ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (please book).

Kingsley Park

11:00-16:30T; For 18m - 3s, (book by term). Classes at 11am & 4pm.

16:30-17:00T; For 4 - 6s, (book by term).

17:0017:30T; For 4 - 7s, (book by term).

NN2 7HE. 07378 895461.

Kingsthorpe

10:30-13:00T at The Bee Hive, Northgate School Arts College, Harborough Road NN2 8LR. 01604 372747; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

Moulton

9:30-11:55TH at Moulton Community Centre, Sandy Hill NN3 7AX. Antony: 01327 705915; For 18m - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes.

10:30-11:30TH at Moulton Community Centre, Sandy Hill Lane, Reedings NN3 7AX. For 0 - 5s, (please book). Dates: 11/10,8/11 & 20/12.

Northampton Centre

T: Term Time

15:30-18:00T at Barry Road Swimming Pool, 24-2 Covington Street NN1 5JU. Emie: 01604 83 04 05; For 3 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

9:00-10:00TH; For 1 - 5s, 9am (3-5yrs) & 9.30am (18m-3s).

9:30-10:15TH; For 3 - 5s.

16:15-16:45TH; For 2 - 5s.

16:45-17:30TH; For 2 - 5s, (please book). at Bespoke Ballroom at Sol Central, Mare Fair NN1 1SR. 01604 621004. (Please book).

H: Holidays

9:30-10:50T at Rushden & Higham RUFC, Manor Park NN10 0NE. 0345 3130286; For 2 5s, £6 per class (please book). Various classes, please contact for more info.

10:00-13:45T at 360 Play, Rushden Lakes NN10 6FH. Amy: 07775 877093; For 0 - 5s, £6 per class (drop in). BIG fun and stimulating music/ play classes.

Upton

10:00-12:40T at The Elgar Centre, High Street NN5 4EN. 0844 412 8179; For 0 - 5s, £5 (please book). Fun music sessions.

13:30-14:30T at The Elgar Centre, 1 High Street NN5 4EN. 07725 325003; For 0 - 5s, £4.80 (drop in).

Weston Favell

10:00-15:30T; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per session (please book). Call centre for class age & times.

13:00-13:45T at Northampton County Lawn Tennis Club, 54b Church Way NN3 3BX. Laura: 07766 557122; For 2 - 5s, £5. Fun introduction to tennis!

11:30-14:00TH; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Call to confirm session times/days. at The Mounts Baths, Upper Mounts NN1 3DN. 01604 837400.

Abington

11:30-12:30TH at Soo Yoga at Sol Central, Mare Fair NN1 1SR. 01604 621004; For 2 - 5s, (please book).

Rushden

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9:30-12:15T at Park Avenue Methodist Church, Park Avenue North NN3 2HT. Amy: 07775 877093; For 0 - 5s, £6 per class (drop in). BIG fun and stimulating music/play classes.

KEY:

10:00-10:30TH; For 18m - 3s, £5 (book by 7-week term).

16:45-17:15TH; For 3 - 5s, (please book). at Bespoke Ballroom at Sol Central, Mare Fair NN1 1SR. 01604 621004.

9:15-14:45TH; For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per

9:15-14:45TH; For bump - 5s, £2.50 per session.

13:00-13:30TH; For 1 - 5s, FREE. at RUSH 2The DEN, 16 Fitzwilliam Street NN10 9YW. 07733 232821. Please drop in!

In the Water

Music & Singing

SATURDAY

9:30-10:15TH; For 4 - 6s, £14.50 (book by 4-week term).

12:15-13:15T; For 5-10s, £17.50 (book by 4-week term). Musical Theatre. at Open Stage, 110 Whitworth Road NN1 4HJ. 07847 922542.

Delapre

12:00-14:00T Eagle Drive NN4 7HW. 01604 372747; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

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FREE TASTER CLASS

EXPIRE S 31/12/19

TENNIS FOR T TS!

First session FREE with this advert

Indoor classes for children 3-5yrs.

Fees are £5 per session payable termly

Classes run at Duston Sports Centre: Little Hitters classes (Tots and pre-school) Sat: 12noon - 12.45pm Big Hitters classes (Reception/Year 1) Sat: 9am - 9:55am

Book at www.littlehitstennis.co.uk Tel: 07912 746693 Duston

Fun pre-school classes

9:00-11:10TH at Duston School, Berrywood Road NN5 6XA. 0345 3130286; For 2 - 5s, £7 per class (please book). Various classes, please contact for more info.

Great Big Noise, Little Stars, Ages Tap & Modern Theatre Dance, 2-4 Ballet and Street Pop! Find out more www.open-stage.co.uk

9:00-9:55T; For 4 - 5s, (book by term). All indoors.

12:00-12:45T; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). All indoors. at Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue NN5 6EX. 07912 746693.

Kingsley Park

9:30-11:00T at St Lukes Community Centre, Corner of Millway and Main Road NN5 6JB. 01604 948255; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family. 2nd Saturday of the month.

10:30-12:00TH; For 0 - 4s.

11:30-13:00TH; For 0 - 4s. at Duston Library, Pendle Road NN5 6DT. 0300 126 1000. FREE (drop in).

Great Houghton

9:00-9:30T; For 3 - 5s, £3 p/class 9:30-10:00T; For 3 - 5s, £3 per session.

10:00-10:45T; For 4 - 6s, £5.50 p/class.

14:15-15:45T; For 4 - 6s, £9 per session. at Great Houghton Great Hall, High St NN4 7AF. 07971 822009 / 01604 877577. (Please book).

Headlands

10:00-12:00T at Headlands Primary School, Bushland Road NN3 2NS. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 4s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

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9:00-9:30T; For 18m - 3s.

9:30-10:00T; For 4 - 6s.

10:00-10:30T; For 4 - 7s.

10:30-11:00T; For 5-8s.

11:00-11:30T; For 5-8s.

7HE. 07378 895461. (Book by term).

10:00-11:45TH at St David’s Church Hall, Eastern Avenue South NN2 7QB. For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 1st Sat of month.

Moulton

8:00-10:30T at Gate 4, The Chris Moody Centre, Pitsford Road, Moulton College NN3 7QL. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per class (book by 10-week term).

Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Northampton Centre

14:00-17:30T at Barry Road Swimming Pool, 24-2 Covington Street NN1 5JU. Emie: 01604 83 04 05; For 3 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

Kingsthorpe

8:00-13:00T fi NN2 6JN. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term).

Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

9:00-12:00T at The Beehive, Harborough Road NN2 8LR. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 1s, £11.29 per class (book by 10-week term).

Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

9:00-9:45T; For 1 - 3s.

Develop creativity, co-ordination.

9:00-9:45T; For 3 - 4s.

Imaginative & fun introduction to ballet.

9:45-10:30T; For 4 - 5s.

10:30-11:15T; For 4 - 5s. Intro to tap dance.

11:15-12:00T; For 4 - 5s.

Junior 1 @ 5pm / Junior 2 @ 5.45pm. at Oncore Dance Academy Studios, Footshape House NN2 6HT. 07971 824 759 or 07894 667 333. Please book in advance.

8:45-9:30T; For 2 - 4s, (book by 4-week term).

Dancing, Singing and Having Fun! 10:15-10:45TH; For 4 - 10s, £11 (book by 4-week term). Street pop dance classes. at Open Stage, 110 Whitworth Road NN1 4HJ. 07847 922542.

8:45-10:00TH NN1 4LG. 01926 336628; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 1st Sat of mth.

13:00-13:30TH at The Mounts Baths, Upper Mounts NN1 3DN. 01604 837400; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Call to confirm session times/ days.

Rushden

10:00-12:00TH at RUSH 2The DEN, 16 Fitzwilliam Street NN10 9YW. 07733 232821; For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per session (drop in). 1st Saturday of each month.

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9:00-11:45TH at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, Billing Brook Road NN3 8JR. 01604 837300; For 1 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book).

15:00-17:00T Eagle Drive NN4 7HW. 01604 372747; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

9:00-12:00T at DW Fitness, St Jame’s Retail Park NN1 1EE. 01604 372747; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

8:30-12:55TH at The Duston School, Berrywood Road NN5 6XA. Antony: 01327 705915; For 1 - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes from 18 mths+.

11:30-12:45TH at The Pemberton Centre, H.E. Bates Way NN10 9YP. 07821 130092; For 0 - 5s, £10 per child (please book). 13th October Spooktacular.

9:00-11:15TH at Weston Favell Academy, Booth Lane South NN3 3EZ. 0345 3130286; For 2 - 5s, £7 per class (please book). Various classes.

13:00-17:30T at Weston Favell Pool, Booth Lane South NN3 3EZ. Emie: 01604 830405; For 3 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term).

Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

Abington

SUNDAY

Duston

9:15-10:30TH at Duston Sports Centre, Cotswold Avenue NN6 5EX. 01604 837600; For 1 - 5s, £4.50 per session (please book). Call centre for class age and times.

Kings Heath

10:00-11:00TH at Abington Church Rooms, Ashburnham Road NN3 2HT. 07725 325003; For 0 - 4s, £4.80 (drop in). 2nd Sun of month. Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

Collingtree

9:00-11:00T at Collingtree Village Room, High Street NN4 0ND. 07772 536338; (please book).

Sessions: 9am (18mth-4yrs), 9.40am (3-7yrs) & 10.20am (8-11yrs). First class is free.

10:00-13:00TH at 4 Park Square, Kings Heath NN5 7LQ. 07843 642320; For 0 - 5s. Annual Fee £12 per family p/year for m/ship, plus hire charges.1st Sun of month.

Moulton

16:00-18:00TH at Chris Moody Centre, Moulton College NN3 7RR. 07813 434740; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Fun new swimming classes.

Rushden

Spinney Hill

9:00-12:00T at Northampton School for Girls, Spinney Hill Road NN3 6DG. Emie: 01604 830405; For 2 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

Weston Favell

9:00-12:00T at Weston Favell Pool, Booth Lane South NN3 3EZ. Emie: 01604 830405; For 3 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term).

Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

Wootton

9:20-12:20TH at Caroline Chisholm School, Wooldale Road NN4 6TP. 0345 3130286; For 2 5s, £7 per class (please book). Various classes.

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Blisworth

9:30-11:00T at St Lawrence Church, Chantry Ln NN12 6BT. 01327 323106; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

9:35-12:15T at Blisworth Scout Hall, 48-56 Courteenhall Rd NN7. Chantel: 07814 884 948; For 0 - 5s, £6.95 per class (please book). Structured play from walking - school age.

11:30-12:00TH at Towcester Library, The Forum, Moat Lane NN12 6AD. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). For babies & non-walkers.

9:30-11:30T at Brackley Methodist Church, High St NN13 7DT. For 0 - 4s.

16:00-18:00T at Towcester Leisure fi 01327 322480; For 3 - 5s, (please book). Call centre for times.

10:00-11:00T at St Peters Church, Church Road NN13 7BZ. 07894 293633; For 0 - 5s, £4.80 (drop in).

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Brackley

Brackley

TUESDAY

11:00-11:30TH at Brackley Library, Manor Road, NN13 6AJ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

13:15-15:00T at Croughton Village Hall, Wheeler’s Rise NN13 5ND. Sarah: 07837 549682; For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in).

16:00-18:00TH at Brackley Pool, Manor Rd NN13 6EE. 01280 704906; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Pre-booking is essential.

Bugbrooke

9:15-12:00T

Roade 10:00-10:45T at Roade Library, High Street NN7 2NW. 07809 126599; For 5 - 12m, £4 per class (please book). Baby Yoga & Sensory Classes.

14:00-14:45T at St. Marys Church Hall, Butlins Lane NN7 2PU. 07809 126599; For 3 - 4s, £6 per class (please book).

Tiffield

14:00-15:15T at Bugbrooke Church, Church Lane NN7 3PB. 01604 832494; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Bible based stories & activities.

9:15-12:45T at Gateway School, St. Johns Rd NN12 8AA. Zara: 01908 543384; For 0 - 5s, £12 per class (book by 6-week term). Bespoke classes for children aged 6 weeks+.

Middleton Cheney

Towcester

12:30-13:30T at The Core Zone, Stone Barn OX17 2NE. Lisa: 07957 215495; For 0, 1, mums, £51 (book by 6-week term). Call for more info.

9:00-17:00TH at Towcester Children’s Centre, Islington Rd NN12 6AU. 01604 362500; For 0 5s, FREE (please book). Call centre to book.

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family (drop in). Sessions at 9:15-10:30 or 10:45-12:00.

9:15-11:15T; For 0 - 5s, £3.30 per child (drop in). Soft play sessions.

13:45-14:45T; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). fi NN13 6JJ. 01280 701787.

10:00-11:30TH at Brackley Library, Manor Road, NN13 6AJ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Two sessions: 10-10.30am & 11-11.30am.

13:00-15:00TH at Health Visitors Baby Clinic, Halse Road NN13 6PN. 01280 709798; For 0 1s, FREE (drop in). HV session for baby weigh-in and advice for 0-1 year olds..

16:00-18:00TH at Manor Rd NN13 6EE. 01280 704906; For 1 - 5s. Pre-booking is essential.

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FUN, CREATIVE AND ENGAGING CLASSES

9:15-11:00T at Gayton Village Hall, Hillcrest NN7 3HG. 07841 720865; For bump - 5s, £2 per session (drop in).

Litchborough

10:15-10:45TH at Middleton Cheney Library, Main Road OX17 2PD. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

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10:00-11:30T at Litchborough Village Hall, Northampton Road NN12 8JA. Viv: 01327 830364; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Crafts & singing.

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Silverstone

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Baby massage class for babies from 6wks+

10:45-11:45T; For 0, 1, mums, £51 (book by 6-week term). Call for more info.

18:30-19:20T; For bump, £51 (book by 6-week term).

Call for more info. at The Core Zone, Stone Barn OX17 2NE. Lisa: 07957 215495.

10:30-12:50TH at Silverstone RA, Church Street NN12 8XA. Nikki: 07714 205380; For 0 - 1s, £7.25 per session (book by term). 10.30am: 6-13mths, 11.50am: 0-6mths.Free trials.

Towcester

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14:00-15:00TH at Middleton Cheney Library, Main Road OX17 2PD. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in).

Milton Malsor

BerryGo Boog

10:30-14:15T at Baby Sensory classes in, Milton Malsor. Sarah: 07512 469881; For 0 - 1s, £7 per session (book by term). Classes: 10.30am(713mth),10.50am(0-6mth) & 12pm(013mth).

11:00-11:30TH at Roade Library, High Street NN7 2NW. 0300 1261000; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Ltd spaces,1st come, 1st served basis.

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Toddler dance class for thos e toddling up to 4 yr olds

9:00-17:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (please book). Call centre to book.

9:30-12:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

13:0014:30T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). at Towcester Children’s Centre, Islington Road NN12 6AU. 01604 362500.

9:30-11:00T at St John’s Ambulance Hall, Islington Rd NN12 6AU. Jane: 01327 352321; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per family (drop in).

Potterspury

Contact Louisa on 07809 126599 or email: contactberrygo@gmail.com to find out more

10:00-12:00T Social Club, Meadow View NN12 7PJ. Kelly: 07588 283852; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in).

BerryGo Birthdays: Bespoke party entertainment availaBle!

Roade

Cha Char Chimps Entertainment Show!

10:00-18:00T at Towcester Leisure fi 01327 322480; For 3 - 5s, (please book). Call centre for times.Chk holiday swim dates with centre.

Weekly classes across Northampton and 10:00-11:00T at Sawpits Centre (Old 10:00-11:15T; For Library), 14 Richmond Road NN12 South Northants. Tel: 07917 683330 0s, £28 (book by 4-week term). Baby 6EX. 07891 326725; For 0 - 5s, £4.80 massage/yoga class for babies from (drop in). Check ccchimps.com for www.ccchimps.com | www.fb.com/ccchimps 6wks+. holidays.

Award-winning musical fun - it’s a party every week!

11:15-12:00T; For 1 - 4s, £4 per class (please book).

10:30-12:00T at Towcester Library, Toddler dance class for those toddling Moat Lane NN12 6AD. For bump - 0s, £2 per 9:30-11:30T; For 0 - 5s, £3.30 up to 4 yr olds. s Not on 1st Weds of month. per child (drop in). Soft play sessions.£3.30 at St.Marys Church Hall, Butlins Lane NN7 2PU. Tues/£2.95 Sat. 07809 126599.

Weston 16:00-18:00T; For 3 - 5s, Silverstone (please book). Call centre for times.Chk holiday 10:00-12:00T s swim dates with centre.

Street NN12 8PU. 01295 760720; For 0 - 5s, 9:15-10:30T at Silverstone Methodist Church, fi £1.50 per session (drop in).

Murswell Lane NN12 8UT. For 0 - 5s, £2 per NN12 6UW. 01327 322480. family (drop in). Puzzles,crafts,books,ride ons & toys for all ages.

Tiffield

11:00-13:00T at Gateway School, St Johns Road NN12 8AA. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Towcester

9:00-17:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (please book). Call centre to book.

9:3011:00TH; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). at Towcester Children’s Centre, Islington Road NN12 6AU. 01604 362500.

WEDNESDAY

Brackley

10:00-11:00T at Greens Norton Community Centre, Towcester Road NN12 8BL. 07891 326725; For 0 - 5s, £4.80 (drop in). Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

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THURSDAY

10:45-11:30T at Brackley Leisure Centre, fi 2 - 4s, £3.30 per child (drop in).

11:15-17:15TH at Mens’ Own RUFC, Stoke Road NN7 2JN. 0345 313 0286; For 2 - 3s, £5 per class (book by term). Please contact for class times and more info.

15:15-16:00TH at The Radstone Primary School, fi For 3 - 5s, (please book).

13:30-15:00T at Ashton CE Primary School, Roade Hill NN7 2JH. Lynne: 07545 462892; For 0 - 5s, £1 (drop in).

16:00-18:00TH at Brackley Pool, Manor Rd NN13 6EE. 01280 704906; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Pre-booking is essential.

Deanshanger

9:30-11:00TH at Towcester Children’s Centre, Islington Road NN12 6AU. 07889 957564; For bump - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Ashton

Brackley

9:15-11:15T at Brackley Leisure Centre, fi - 5s, £3.30 per child (drop in). Soft play sessions.

13:30-15:00T at Holy Trinity Church Room, behind Holy Trinity Church, Wicken Road MK19 6HG. 01908 564725; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

9:15-11:30T at St Peter’s Church, St Peter’s Road NN13 7BZ. For 0 - 4s, £3 per session (drop in).

9:00-10:30T at St Bartholomew Church. 01327 323106; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-12:00TH at Brackley Library, Manor Road NN13 6AJ. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in).

Greens Norton

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Bugbrooke

Roade

9:00-11:00T at Sunday School Rooms, Church Lane NN7 3PB. For 0 - 4s, FREE s Toys, painting & craft activities.

10:00-10:45T; For 1 - 4s, £4 per class (please book).

Toddler dance class for those toddling up to 4 yr olds.

11:00-11:45T; For 0, mums, £5 per class (drop in). Baby Yoga & Sensory Classes for 5mth-1yr. at St.Marys Church Hall, Butlins Lane NN7 2PU. 07809 126599.

Deanshanger

14:15-14:45TH at Deanshanger 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Denton

Towcester

9:30-11:30T at Denton Village Hall, Vicarage Lane NN7 1DT. For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per session (drop in). Great variety of activities and snack time.

9:00-16:30TH at Towcester Children’s Centre, Islington Road NN12 6AU. 01604 362500; For 0 - 5s, FREE (please book). Call centre to book.

Kislingbury

9:30-18:00T at Towcester Leisure Centre, fi 3 - 5s, (please book). Call centre for times.Chk holiday swim dates with centre.

10:00-12:00T s Church, Mill Lane NN7 4BB. 07931 436852; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in).

Middleton Cheney

11:1512:15T; For 0, 1, mums, £51 (book by 6-week term). Call for more info.

18:00-18:50T; For bump, £51 (book by 6-week term). Call for more info. at The Core Zone, Stone Barn OX17 2NE. Lisa: 07957 215495.

Milton Malsor

10:30-11:30TH at Milton Malsor Village Hall, High Street NN7 3AS. 07821 130092; For 0 - 5s, £7.50 per child (please book). 17th October Spooktacular.

11:30-12:00TH at Towcester Library, The Forum, Moat Lane NN12 6AD. 0300 126 1000; For 0 1s, FREE (drop in). For babies & non-walkers.

Village setting led by fully qualified staff 30 hours FREE to eligible families Feeder for Pattishall CE Primary School Call 07901 734460 to book a visit www.pattishhallpreschool.org

Roade

14:00-14:45T at St. Marys Church Hall, Butlins Lane NN7 2PU. 07809 126599; For 3 - 4s, £6 per class (please book).

Silverstone

10:30-11:30T at Silverstone Pavilion, Church Street NN12 8XA. 07891 326725; For 0 - 5s, £4.80 (drop in). Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

Tiffield

13:30-14:30T at The Gateway School & Technology College, St John’s Road NN12 8AA. 07544 555028 or 01908 520528; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by 10-week term).

Towcester

9:30-11:30TH at Towcester Community Centre, Islington Road NN12 6AU. Sheila: 01327 860437; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). £2 per family upto 3 children.50p per extra child.

10:00-10:30TH at Towcester Library, The Forum, Moat Lane NN12 6AD. 0300 126 1000; For 0 5s, FREE (drop in).

13:00-19:00T; For 3 - 5s, (please book). Call centre for times.Chk holiday swim dates with centre.

13:45-14:45T; For 3 - 5s, £22.90 (book by term). fi 6UW. 01327 322480.

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8:00-11:00TH at Brackley Pool, Manor Rd NN13 6EE. 01280 704906; For 1 - 5s, (book by term).

Pre-booking is essential.

9:00-11:55TH at Brackley Leisure Centre, fi 2 - 5s, (please book). 9am (2-3yrs), 9.45am (34yrs), 10.30am (4-5yrs) & 11.15am (5-6yrs).

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Roade

Westbury 10:00-11:30T at Beachborough School, Westbury NN13 5LB. 01280 700071; For 0 - 5s.

Group runs monthly,ring for dates.

Brackley

9:15-12:15T at Gateway School, St. Johns Rd NN12 8AA. Zara: 01908 543384; For 0 - 5s, £12 per class (book by 6-week term). Bespoke classes for children aged 6 weeks+.

SATURDAY

Brackley

9:15-11:00TH at Willison Sports Centre, Elizabeth Woodville School NN7 2LP. 07490 262462; For 2 - 5s, (book by term). Fun football classes from 18 months - 7 yrs.

Tiffield

FRIDAY

10:00-12:00TH at The Radstone Primary School, fi 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-11:00T at WI Hall, Manor Road NN13 6AJ. 07894 293633; For 0 - 5s, £4.80 (drop in).

Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

16:00-18:00TH at Brackley Pool, Manor Rd NN13 6EE. 01280 704906; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Pre-booking is essential.

8:15-15:15T at Gateway School, St. Johns Rd NN12 8AA. Zara: 01908 543384; For 0 - 5s, £12 per class (book by 6-week term). Bespoke classes for children aged 6 weeks+.

Towcester

8:00-10:30T; For 3 - 5s, (please book). Call centre for times.Chk holiday swim dates with centre.

9:00-10:30T; For 0 - 5s, £3.30 per child (drop in). Soft play sessions.£3.30 Tues/£2.95 Sat. fi 6UW. 01327 322480.

Bugbrooke

10:00-11:00T at Bugbrooke Community Centre, Camp Close NN7 3RW. 07891 326725; For 0 - 5s, £4.80 (drop in). Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

Cogenhoe 9:25-14:50T at Cogenhoe Community Centre, York Avenue NN7 1NB. Chantel: 07814 884 948; For 0 - 5s, £6.95 per class (please book).

Structured play from walking - school age.

In the Water

Music & Singing

Tiffield

SUNDAY

8:30-12:30T at Gateway School, St. Johns Rd NN12 8AA. Denise: 01604 826066; For 0 - 5s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term).

Swimming classes for 8/10 weeks old - 6 yrs.

Towcester

8:40-10:35TH St Johns Road NN12 8AA. 0345 313 0286; For 2 - 5s, £7 per class (book by term). Various classes, please contact for more info.

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Deanshanger 16:00-18:00TH at Brackley Pool, Manor Rd NN13 6EE. 01280 704906; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Prebooking is essential.

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MONDAY

9:30-12:30T at Daventry Hill Hydrotherapy Pool, Daventry Hill School NN11 0QE. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 8s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge.

Braunston

14:00-15:00T at All Saints Church, 71 High Street NN11 7HS. Sarah: 01788 890298; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Action songs, storytime & crafts.

Brixworth

It’s a Party Every Week!

14:30-15:00T at Brixworth Library, 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Cold Ashby

No Booking Required.

Just turn up and boogie!

10:30-11:30T at Cold Ashby Lodge Barn, Stanford Road NN6 6EP. 07925 123938; For 0 - 5s, £5 per session (book by 6-week term). Mon (2-5yrs) & Tues (Under 2yrs).

Daventry

Covering Daventry, Northampton & Rugby 9:0018:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per session (drop in).

9:3018:00TH; For 0 - 5s, £26.88 (please book). Call for times & booking. at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

Boogie Beanies provides ssmulasng, confidence building, interacsve musical fun and other surprises for accompanied preschool children and babies. A selecson of delicious homemade cakes as well as hot and cold drinks are included in the entry fee for adults and children.

9:30-11:00T at United Reformed Church, Foundry Place NN11 4AA. Rosemary: 01327 872650; For 0 - 5s, £1 (drop in). Stories and singing.

10:00-13:00TH at Daventry Hill School, Ashby Road NN11 0QE. Denise: 01604 826066; For 0 - 4s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term). Swimming classes for 8/10 weeks old - 5 yrs.

10:30-11:30TH at Daventry Library, North Street NN11 4GH. 0300 126 1000; For 0s, FREE (drop in).

www.boogiebeanies.com Yoga: supportive, fun, informative classes for pregnancy and beyond Bowen: Effective support for pain management, sciatica, stress, frozen shoulder, sports injury and much more.

Call Lizzy 07950 573719

10:00-10:30TH; For 0 4s, FREE (drop in).

10:45-11:15TH; For 0 1s, FREE (drop in). For non-walkers. at Daventry Library, North Street NN11 4GH. 0300 126 1000.

14:00-15:00TH at Caring Kindergartens, Amex House, London Road NN11 4DS. Antony: 01327 705915; For 2 - 3s, (please book). Fun football classes from 18 mths+.

16:00-17:35TH Daventry Leisure Centre NN11 4FP. Antony: 01327 705915; For 1 - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes from 18 mths+.

Long Buckby

9:30-12:00TH s Market Place NN6. 01327 842587; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Donation welcome.

Tel: 07766 731542 / 07828 182452 Email: info@boogiebeanies.com

Antenatal Yoga Postnatal Yoga Bowen Therapy

10:00-12:00TH at Monksmoor Park CE Primary School, Croxden Way NN11 2PD. 01327 359139; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

18:00-21:00T at Lizzy Giles NN6.

07950 573719; For bump - 0s, £50 (please book). Workshops for expectant mums and partners.

WEDNESDAY

Barby

13:00-14:30TH at Daventry Leisure www.yogawalks.co.uk Email: yogaandbowen@gmail.com 9:30-11:30T at Barby Village Hall, Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 0345 Kilsby Road CV23 8TT. 01788 891483; 313 0286; For 2 - 5s, £7 per class For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in). (please book). Please contact for more info and Brixworth class times.

TUESDAY

Brixworth

16:00-17:00TH at LoveBallet Dance Company, Nene Hall, Tamar Square NN11 4RB. Lorraine: 07921 853773; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Ballet classes at £28 per term.

Kilsby

9:45-11:45T at Kilsby Village Hall, Rugby Road CV23 8XX. Faye: 07815 618840; For 0 - 5s, £2 per child (drop in). Extra children 50p.

Long Buckby

18:15-19:45T at Long Buckby Community Centre NN6 7QB. 07950 573719; For bump, £48 (book by 6-week term). Physical & emotional pregnancy support.

Woodford Halse

9:45-11:45TH at Hinton Methodist Church, Hinton Road NN11 3TR. 07463 932953; For bump - 5s, £2 per child (drop in).

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14:00-15:00T 1); For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

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Cold Ashby

10:30-11:30T at Cold Ashby Lodge Barn, Stanford Road NN6 6EP. 07925 123938; For 0 5s, £5 per session (book by 6-week term).

Mon (2-5yrs) & Tues (Under 2yrs).

Daventry

9:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per session (drop in).

10:00-18:30TH; For 0 - 5s, £26.88 (please book). Call for times & booking.

13:00-14:30TH; For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per child (drop in). Inflatable soft play session for under 5’s. at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

10:00-11:30T at Brixworth Country Park, Northampton Road NN6 9DG. 0300 126 5932; For 2 - 4s, £3.50 per child (please book). 3rd Wed of month. Outdoor tots group.

11:00-12:00T Road NN6 9DS. Leveta: 07580 320228; For 0s, £12 per session (book by 5-week term).

Daventry

9:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per session (drop in).

10:00-18:30TH; For 0 - 5s, £26.88 (please book). Call for times & booking. at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

10:00-12:00T at Daventry Methodist Church, 01327 843319; For 0 - 3s, £1.80 per family (drop in).

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9:30-11:30T at Long Buckby s NN6 7QB. For bump - 5s, £1 per family (drop in).

10:30-11:00TH at Long Buckby Library, s 1000; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Guilsborough

9:20-10:30T at Guilsborough PreSchool, School House NN6 8PT. Dawn or Alexis: 01604 740761; For 1 - 4s, £3 per child (please book).

Long Buckby

18:00-21:00T at Lizzy Giles NN6.

07950 573719; For bump - 0s, £50 (please book). Workshops for expectant mums and partners.

Sibbertoft

9:30-11:30T Room, Berkeley Street. 01604 880246; For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per family (drop in).

Staverton

10:30-11:30TH at Staverton Village 07766 731542; For 0 - 5s (drop in).

Entertainment show & cake!

THURSDAY

Brixworth

s (drop in). H/visitor avail on some weeks.

Daventry

9:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per session (drop in).

11:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 5s, £26.88 (please book). Call for times & booking. at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

9:30-12:00T at Daventry Hill Hydrotherapy Pool, Daventry Hill School NN11 0QE. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge. For 0-8 years.

10:00-12:00TH at Daventry Children’s Centre, Staverton Road NN11 4EY. 01327 359139; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-11:30T fi NN11 6WT. For 0 - 5s, £2 per child (drop in).

First session free, snack and drinks inc.

10:30-12:50TH at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. Nikki: 07714 205380; For 0 - 1s, £7.25 per session (book by term).

10.30am: 6-13mths, 11.50am: 0-6mths.Free trials.

10:30-11:30TH at Daventry Community Centre, Ashby Road NN11 9QD. Amanda: 07766 731542; For 0 - 5s, per child (drop in).

Entertainment show & cake!

14:00-15:30TH at Daventry Library, North Street NN11 4GH. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 4s, FREE.

T: Term Time

9:30-11:30T at The Annex, Weedon Village Hall NN7 4QU. Louise Gisby: 07956 190675; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). Friendly group inc refreshments.

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Welford

9:30-11:00TH at Welford Community Centre, Playing Fields West Street NN6. 07891 287626; For 0 - 5s, £2 per child (drop in). 1st session free. 50p per sibling.

THE ULTIMATE FAMILY SWIM CENTRE Warm welcoming pools.

Passionate and highly qualified teachers. Specialist learn to swim programme for babies from 6 weeks to after schools and adults.

Woodford Halse

9:30-11:30T at Woodford Halse Children Centre, Scrivens Hill NN11 3SU. For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Tea, coffee and snacks included.

SATURDAY

Swim Works, Hillmorton, Rugby 01788 568503

10:00-12:00TH at Brixworth Library,

KEY:

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H: Holidays

www.swimworks.co.uk Long Buckby 10:00-11:00T at Long Buckby Community Centre NN6 7QB. 07950 573719; For 0s, £28 (book by 4-week term). For mothers & babies from birth to crawling.

Daventry

8:0011:30TH; For 0 - 5s, £26.88 (please book). Call for times & booking.

9:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per session (drop in). at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

10:30-11:00TH s Road NN6 7QB. 0300 126 1000; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

9:00-12:00T at Daventry Hill Hydrotherapy Pool, Daventry Hill School NN11 0QE. Emie: 01604 830405; For 0 - 5s, £11.29 per session (book by 10-week term). Teaching with respect, love & knowledge. For 0-8 years.

9:30-11:30T at Welton Village Hall NN11 2JP. 07811 882540; For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in). Lots of fun, music & crafts.

10:30-11:30TH at Daventry Brass Band Hall, Daneholme Close NN11 0PN. Amanda: 07766 731542; For 0 - 5s (drop in). Every 1st & 3rd Saturday.

Welton

Brixworth

FRIDAY

10:30-11:00T Road NN6 9DS. 0300 126 1000; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Daventry

9:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per session (drop in).

10:3012:00TH; For 0 - 5s, £3 per child (drop in).

Inflatable soft play with arts & crafts.

16:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 5s, £26.88 (please book). Call for times & booking. at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

10:00-12:00T fi Royal Star Drive NN11 9FZ. For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per family (drop in). All welcome.

In the Water

Music & Singing

Long Buckby

10:00-13:00T at Lizzy Giles NN6. 07950 573719; For bump - 0s, £50 (please book). Workshops for expectant mums and partners.

Upper Boddington

9:00-9:45TH; For 3 - 5s, per class (book by term). £34 per term.

9:45-10:15TH; For 4 - 5s, (book by term). Handstands, rolls, bridges etc. at Upper Boddington Village Hall, Warwick Road NN11 6DH. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

Daventry

SUNDAY

8:00-11:00TH; For 0 - 5s, £26.88 (please book). Call for times.

9:00-18:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per session (drop in). at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road NN11 4FP. 01327 871144.

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Long Buckby 10:00-13:00TH at Daventry Hill School, Ashby Road NN11 0QE. Denise: 01604 826066; For 0 - 4s, £10 per class (book by 6-week term).

Swimming classes for 8/10 weeks old - 5 yrs.

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