WPCC Summer Short Breaks Bulletin 2023

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Your Guide to , and for children & young adults aged 0 - 25yrs who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Contents Page Number What is the Short Breaks Bulletin 3 Activities Contents 4 - 6 Activities Information 7 - 19 Other Useful Information For Parent Carers 20 - 21 Children’s Centres Information 22 WPCC Membership 23 The Wiltshire Parent Carer Council (WPCC) The WPCC supports families raising a child/young person (0-25 years old) with SEN and/or disabilities (SEND). Keep up to date with the latest SEND information and events in Wiltshire by registering with the WPCC and sign up to receive our Weekly Newsletters - more info on page 24. 01225 764647 www.wiltshireparentcarercouncil.co.uk admin@wiltspcc.co.uk @wiltspcc

WHAT IS THE SHORT BREAKS BULLETIN?

The Short Breaks Bulletin brings together as many SEND inclusive activities, leisure and social opportunities in Wiltshire (and surrounding areas) as possible.

The activities listed may be for a specific age range or groups based on needs. Some activities are specifically run for children/young people with SEND, but there are also a number of activities that are inclusive of SEND and the organiser has requested that you contact before booking to discuss your child/young person’s needs/requirements to ensure they can be appropriately accommodated.

Anyone in Wiltshire can use the Short Breaks Bulletin to access inclusive opportunities for young people with SEND.

If you chose the Barnardo’s Activity Club or COMBO option when registering for the Short Breaks Scheme, you should be receiving direct contact from Barnardo’s regarding options for booking these activity clubs.

How to use the Short Breaks Bulletin: -

 Each activity in the Contents has been given an item number which corresponds to the activity name.

 Find out more about a specific activity, who to contact and how to book by looking up the item number on the providers’ contact list and using the contacts or web link provided.

 You may find QR Codes for certain activities or for our registration form; you may be able to simply open your camera and they will automatically scan, or you may have to download a QR scanning app (for free). Once scanned, they will take you directly to the website link.

Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy at the time of going to print, but ALWAYS check to see whether there have been any changes to times/dates/availability of any sessions advertised before booking.

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Item Number

Activities Contents

Activity/Item Name

(1) Elizabeth House - Blue Skies - Salisbury

(2) Elizabeth House - Social Club - Salisbury

(3) 4Youth - No Limits Youth Club - Melksham

(4) South Wilts Mencap - Music Group - Salisbury

(5) Holburne Museum - Holiday Art Camps - Bath

(6) Holburne Museum - Garden Theatre Festival - Bath

(7) Aero Badminton - Chippenham & Melksham

(8) Springfield Inclusive Play - Corsham

(9) Wiltshire Gymnastics - Gymability - Melksham

(10) Wiltshire Gymnastics - Holiday Fun Days - Melksham

(11) Swindon & Cricklade Railway - Day Out With Thomas - Swindon

(12) Neptune Aquatics - Starfish Hydrotherapy Pool - Chippenham

(13) Hope Nature Centre - Animal Park - Southwick

(14) God Unlimited (GUL) - Holiday Activities - Shrewton

(15) South Wilts Mencap - Dolphins Swimming Group

(16) Kodachi Special Needs Judo - Bristol

(17) Coate Water Inclusive Play Area/Park - Swindon

(18) Adaptive Martial Arts (AMA) - Zoom Sessions

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Item Number

Activities Contents

Short Break Activity / Item Name

(19) Freedog - SEND Sessions - Swindon

(20) Delta Tennis Centre - Inclusive Tennis - Swindon

(21) Delta Tennis Centre - Pickleball - Swindon

(22) Boccia - Devizes

(23) Seeds 4 Success - Bridging Club - Mere

(24) Seeds 4 Success - Bridging Club Plus - Mere

(25) Hidden Woods – Holiday Club

(26) Hidden Woods – Saplings (Parent & Toddler Group) - Farleigh Wood

(27) Rein & Shine - Pony Day - Swindon

(28) Rein & Shine - Pony Camp - Swindon

(29) Wiltshire Wildlife – Wildlife Watch Groups - Various Locations

(30) Wiltshire Music Centre – Summer of Fun! - Bradford-On-Avon

(31) Braeside Education Centre - Water Sports Day - Devizes

(32) Braeside Education Centre - Climbing Day - Devizes

(33) Braeside Education Centre - Mixed Activity Day - Devizes

(34) Summer Reading Challenge –‘Ready, Set, Read!’

(35) All Aboard Watersports - Multi-Watersport Holiday Club - Bristol

(36) All Aboard Watersports - Sailing Holiday Club - Bristol

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Activities Contents

(37) All Aboard Watersports - Powerability, Paddleability & Sailability - Bristol

(38) Swindon & Cricklade Railway - Past & Present Family Festival

(39) Super Camps - Multi-Activity Day Camps - Salisbury & Bath

(40) Super Camps - Lego Play Day Camps - Salisbury & Bath

(41) Super Camps - Chelsea FC Football Day Camps - Salisbury & Bath

(42) Super Camps - Drama Day Camps - Bath

(43) Super Camps - Bushcraft Day Camps - Bath

(44) Soft Play Centre Activities - Various Locations

(45) Parks & Open Spaces - Various Locations

(46) Riding For Disabled Associations - Various Locations

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Item Number Short Break Activity / Item Name

Activities Information

1. Elizabeth House Salisbury - Blue Skies

Dates: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 10.00am - 2.30pm. (Excluding Bank Holidays)

Age: 16+ year olds.

Location: Elizabeth House Social Centre, 131 Exeter Street, Salisbury, SP1 2SG.

Cost: £40.00 full day or £22.40 for half day

Who: Young People & Adults with SEN/Disabilities.

Activities: Art, cooking, collage making and more! Bring packed lunch.

More Info: Call 01722 323783 or email freda.elizabethhouse@gmail.com

2. Elizabeth House - Social Club

Opening times: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6.00pm – 9.30pm. (Excluding Bank Holidays)

Age: 16+ year olds.

Location: Elizabeth House Social Centre, 131 Exeter Street, Salisbury, SP1 2SG.

Cost: £22.50 per person per session.

Who: Young People & Adults with SEN/Disabilities and/or Mental Health Disabilities

Activities: Art, cooking, collage making and more! Bring Packed lunch.

More Info: Call 01722 323783 or email freda.elizabethhouse@gmail.com

3. 4Youth - No Limits Youth Club

Opening times: Mondays, 6.30pm - 9.00pm.

Location: Atworth Youth Centre, Studley Farm Lane, Bath Road, Atworth,

Cost: £2.00 per young person. Carers: Free.

Age: 13 - 25 year olds.

Who: Young people with SEND.

Activities: Cooking & baking, Sewing & Stitching, Pool & Table tennis, Drawing & Writing, Football & Basketball, Karaoke & Just dance, Job search and CV writing and much more!.

More Info: Call: 01225 667327 or email: hello@4youth.org.uk

Visit: www.youngmelksham.org.uk/youth-clubs/no-limits

4. South Wilts Mencap - Music Group

Opening times: Tuesdays, 1.30pm - 3.30pm.

Age: 18+ year olds.

Location: St Martin's Church St, Salisbury, SP1 2HY

Cost: Taster Session - FREE. Weekly - £2.00 per person.

Who: Open to people with learning disabilities

If you are not a member, you need to contact to fill out an application before attending

Activities: Weekly fun music, singing, dancing and crafting sessions and a chance to catch up with friends.

More Info: Call 07395155607 or email or sarah@southwiltsmencap.org.uk

Or visit: www.southwiltsmencap.org.uk/clubs-activities/music-group/

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5. Holburne Museum - Holiday Art Camps

Opening times: Monday 24th July - Thursday 27th July, 9.00am – 4.00pm.

Monday 31st July - Thursday 3rd August, 9.00am – 4.00pm.

Tuesday 8th August - Wednesday 9th August, 9.00am – 4.00pm.

Location: The Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB.

Cost: £40 per day per child.

Age: 6 – 11 year olds.

Must complete an ‘Art Camp Consent Form’ before attending! See their website.

Activities: Full day of creative fun for children, delivered by experienced artists.

Please contact to discuss any needs/requirements and the appropriateness of attending with your young person.

More Info: Contact via email: enquiries@holburne.org or call: 01225 388569 or visit: www.holburne.org/events/summer-art-camps/2023-07-24/

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Opening times: Friday 21st July - Saturday 5th August, various times.

Location: The Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB

Cost: Varies depending on the show.

Age: All ages.

Activities: Be immersed in the world of fire-breathing dragons, car chases and convicts, Shakespeare galore, beautiful cabaret, slapstick, laughter, and so much more at Bath’s only open-air theatre festival.

More Info: Contact via email: enquiries@holburne.org or visit: www.gardentheatrefest.co.uk/

Opening times: Chippenham: Mondays, 7.30pm - 9.30pm.

Chippenham: Tuesdays, 8.00pm - 10.00pm.

Melksham: Wednesdays, 8.00pm - 10.00pm.

Chippenham: Thursdays, 6.00pm - 8.00pm (Juniors) or 8.00pm - 10.00pm (Adults)

Melksham: Fridays, 7.00pm - 9.00pm.

Location: Mondays: The Dome, Chippenham Sports Club, Bristol Road, Chippenham, SN15 1NH

Tuesdays: Sheldon School, Hardenhuish Lane, Chippenham, SN14 6HJ.

Wednesdays, Melksham Oak Community School Sports Hall, Devizes Road, SN12 6QZ

Thursdays: Hardenhuish School Sports Hall, Chippenham, SN14 6RJ.

Fridays: Melksham Campus, Market Place, SN12 6ES

Cost: First session: Free. Adults: £6.00. Juniors: £3.00 (Annual membership available)

Age: Adults: 19+ year olds. Juniors: 6 - 18 year olds.

Activities: Friendly badminton club that caters for players of all ages and abilities.

More Info: More information online: www.aerobc.co.uk/wilts/ or you can contact via email: committe.members@aerobc.co.uk

Please contact the provider before attending to discuss your child/young person’s needs or requirements so that they can ensure they are able to provide appropriate support.

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Holburne Museum - Garden Theatre Festival 7. Aero Badminton

8. Springfield Inclusive Play

Opening times: Saturdays 5th and 19th August, 3.00pm - 5.00pm.

Location: Springfield Community Campus, Beechfield Road, Corsham, SN13 9DN.

Cost: 1st child: £3.50. Additional children: £2.00. Under 2’s: Free

Age: 0 - 12 year olds.

Activities: Inclusive play for disabled and/ or neurodivergent children and young people. More Info: Visit: https://m.facebook.com/groups/611253470610194

9. Wiltshire Gymnastics - Gymability

Opening times: Tuesdays: 15th, 22nd and 29th August, 12.45pm - 1.45pm.

Thursdays: 17th, 24th and 31th August, 12.45pm - 1.45pm.

Location: Wiltshire School of Gymnastics, Melksham, SN12 6SP.

Cost: £5.50 per person.

BOOKING PRIOR TO ATTENDING IS ESSENTIAL

Age: 3 - 12 year olds.

Who: Children with any physical, mental, emotional, social, language, and/or sensory challenges. Activities: Children and their parent carers can the gymnastics apparatus with their coaches. More Info: Visit: https://wiltshiregymnastics.co.uk/gymability/ or Email: info@wiltshiregymnastics.co.uk

10. Wiltshire Gymnastics - Holiday Fun Days

Opening times: Monday 14th - Friday 18th August, 8.45am - 4.00pm.

Monday 21st - Friday 25th August, 8.45am - 4.00pm.

Tuesday 29th & Thursday 31st August, 8.45am - 4.00pm.

Friday 1st September, 8.45am - 4.00pm.

Location: Wiltshire School of Gymnastics, Melksham, SN12 6SP.

Cost: £26.00 per person. (Lunch available for £5.00 per person)

BOOKING PRIOR TO ATTENDING IS ESSENTIAL

Age: 3 - 12 year olds.

Who: Children and their families.

Please contact before attending to discuss your child/young person’s needs or requirements so that they can ensure they are able to provide appropriate support.

Activities: Gymnastics, ninja warrior, trampolining, skills workshops and arts & crafts. More Info: Visit: https://wiltshiregymnastics.co.uk/holiday-fun-days/ or Email: info@wiltshiregymnastics.co.uk

11. Swindon & Cricklade Railway - Day Out With Thomas

Opening times: Saturday 26th - Monday 28th August, 9.00am - 5.30pm.

(Pre-booked slot for Thomas ride at time of booking)

Location: Blunsdon Station, Tadpole Lane, Swindon, SN25 2DA

Cost: Day entry: Adults - £19.00 Child (2 - 17 year olds) - £16.00. Under 2s: Free

Age: All ages.

Who: Family day out for everyone.

Activities: A pre-booked ride behind Thomas, a REAL steam engine! Plus additional train rides, singalongs and performances from Rusty & Dusty, play pod, themed scavenger hunt, garden games, bouncy castle, face painting & Thomas & Friends giveaways for children.

More Info: Call: 01793 771615 or visit: https://www.dayoutwiththomas.co.uk/locations/

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12. Neptune Aquatics - Starfish Hydrotherapy Pool

Opening times: Saturdays: 4.30pm - 5.15pm. Sundays: 2.00pm - 2.45pm.

Location: St Nicholas School, Malmesbury Road, Chippenham, SN15 1QF.

Cost: Adults (Over 16): £8.75. Child (0 - 16 years old): £4.25. (Booking and pre-payment essential!)

Age: All ages.

Who: All families with children with Special Needs/Disabilities.

Activities: Open swimming sessions.

More Info: Contact on 01249 735366 or Email: starfish@neptuneaquatics.co.uk

13. Hope Nature Centre - Animal Park

Opening times: Mondays - Sundays, 10.00am - 4.00pm.

Age: All ages.

Location: Hope Nature Centre, Southwick Country Park, Frome Road, BA14 9QD.

Cost: Under 3s: Free. 3 - 18 year olds: £8.95. Adult: £9.95. Senior: £8.95

First Carer: Free (Documentation required). Family: £32.95.

Who: Any young people and their families.

Activities: A day of fun, including entry to the animal park featuring a variety of animals, as well as entry to the children play areas.

More Info: Call: 01225 759075 or email: hncinfo@ffc.ac.uk

Book Online: https://fairfieldanimalcentre.co.uk/animal-park/

14. God Unlimited (GUL) - Holiday Activities

Dates: Mixed Activity Day: Tuesdays: 1st, 15th and 29th August, 9.30am - 3.30pm. Thursdays 27th July, and 3rd & 17th August, 9.30am - 3.30pm.

Own a Pony Day: Wednesdays 26th July, and 2nd, 16th & 30th August, 9.30am - 3.30pm.

Mondays 31st July, and 14th & 28th August, 9.30am - 3.30pm.

Stable Club: Fridays 28th July, and 4th & 18th August, 10.00am - 12.00pm.

Mini Mixed Activity Day: Fridays 28th July, and 4th & 18th August, 1.30pm - 3.00pm.

Age: Mixed Activity Day: 8+ year olds. Mini Mixed Activity Day: 4 - 8 year olds.

Own a Pony Day and Stable Club: 6+ year olds.

Location: God Unlimited Outdoor Therapy Centre, Riverside, Elston Lane, Shrewton, SP3 4HL.

Cost: Mixed Activity Day and Own a Pony Day: £55.00 per child. Stable Club: £20.00 per child. Mini Mixed Activity Day: £25.00 per child.

(Mixed Activity Day and Mini Mixed Activity Day - Snacks provided & cooked over a fire)

(Own A Pony Day - Please bring a packed lunch - drinks are provided)

Who: Young people with SEN and physical disabilities.

Activities: Various horse related activities. Can be wet & windy so bring weather appropriate clothing.

More Info: Contact: 01980 621712 or Email: office@god-unlimited.org or Visit: www.god-unlimited.org

God Unlimited (GUL) SESSIONS:

Please contact before attending to discuss your child/ young person’s needs and requirements to ensure they can be appropriately accommodated.

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15. South Wilts Mencap - Dolphins Swimming Group

Opening times: Saturday 5th and 19th August, 5.00pm - 6.00pm.

Age: 18+ year olds.

Location: Five Rivers Leisure Centre, Hulse Road, Salisbury, SP1 3NR.

Cost: Members: £3.00. Non Members: £5.00. Carers/Guardians - FREE.

Who: People with disabilities and/or additional needs, their families, carers, & friends.

For those who require assistance in or out of the water, they must be accompanied by someone (Carer/family/guardian) who can provide the assistance in and out of the water and who is a competent swimmer.

Activities: Do you have a disability or special/additional needs but love swimming? You can enjoy the pool in a safe and welcoming environment at this session.

More Info: If you would like to join these sessions, please contact

Pip: pip.reis@southwitsmencap.org.uk or Sarah: sarah@southwiltsmencap.org.uk Or for more info visit: www.southwiltsmencap.org.uk/dolphins-swimming-group/

16. Kodachi Special Needs Judo

Opening times: Thursdays, 6.30pm - 8.00pm.

Age: 11+ year olds.

Location: Southville Centre, Beauley Road, Southville, Bristol, BS3 1QG

Cost: First session: Free. Further sessions: £5.00 per child.

Who: SEND individuals and their family/carers

Parent Carers/Guardian needs to stay for initial sessions.

Activities: Martial arts club.

More Info: Email: richbennett-@hotmail.com Telephone: 07724966942

Please contact to discuss any needs/requirements and the appropriateness of attending with your young person.

17. Coate Water Inclusive Play Area/Park

Dates: Mondays - Sundays, 24 hours per day.

Location: Coate Water Country Park, 28 Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 1PT

Age: 2 - 14 year olds.

Cost: FREE

Activities: SEND friendly play area including a wheelchair accessible roundabout, an inclusive multi-play seesaw, a wheelchair accessible swing, inclusive spinning carousel, inground trampolines, an inclusive sandpit, sensory bells and wind chimes.

Who: All families and young people.

18. Adaptive Martial Arts (AMA) - Zoom Sessions

Opening times: Tuesdays, 6.00pm - 7.00pm.

Age: All ages

Location: Online via Zoom.

Cost: Free.

Who: The class is designed to be an interactive beginner’s class.

Activities: Beginners class introducing people to martial arts and self defence.

More info: www.adaptivema.co.uk/online-classes

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19. Freedog (Swindon) - SEND Sessions

Dates: Sundays 30th July, and 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th August, and 3rd September.

Opening times: 4.45pm - 6.00pm.

Age: 5+ year olds.

Location: Freedog Urban Activity Centre, Swindon, SN2 8HB.

Cost: Early Bird: £8.00 per child. Standard: £14.00 per child. First Carer/Adult: Free.

Who: SEND individuals and their family/carers.

Activities: Catch some air in the trampoline park, dive into the foam pits and explore the ninja course in a more relaxed environment with the support of their friendly crew members.

More Info: Call 01793 251555 or visit: https://freedogswindon.com/session/send-sessions/

20. Delta Tennis Centre - Inclusive Tennis

Opening times: Tuesdays, 5.00pm - 6.00pm. Wednesdays, 1.00pm - 2.00pm.

Age:

Location: Delta Tennis Centre, Welton Rd, Westlea, Swindon, SN5 7XF.

Cost: Tuesday: £5.00 per person.

Wednesday: £3.50 per person.

Who: Inclusive session

Activities:

More Info: Call: 01793 872699. Email: delta@gll.org

Visit: www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/swindon/delta-tennis-centre/timetable

21. Delta Tennis Centre - Pickleball

Opening times: Tuesdays, 10.00am - 12.00pm.

Age:

Location: Delta Tennis Centre, Welton Rd, Westlea, Swindon, SN5 7XF.

Cost: £4.00 per person.

Who: Inclusive session

Activities:

More Info: Call: 01793 872699. Email: delta@gll.org

Visit: www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/swindon/delta-tennis-centre/timetable

22. Boccia

Opening times: Saturdays: 22nd July, 5th & 19th August, and 2nd September, 10.00am - 12.00pm.

Age: 12+ year olds.

Location: Guide Hut, Coate, Devizes Road, Devizes, SN10 3LU.

Cost: £2.00 per person.

Who: Any young people with learning disabilities.

Please contact to discuss any needs/requirements before attending.

Activities: Sports activities.

More Info: Contact: Geoff Mascall on 07703 203893.

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23. Seeds 4 Success - Bridging Club

Opening times: Tuesdays, 6.30pm - 9.00pm.

Age: 11 - 18 years old.

Location: Mere Youth Centre, BA12 6EP.

Transport can be arranged from surrounding areas (contact for more information).

Cost: Free.

Who: Any young person with a special need or disability.

Activities: Meet others in your local community, develop social skills, and undertake valuable practical learning opportunities and experiences that will help them later in life.

More Info: Contact Ali: ali@seeds4success.org.uk if or visit: www.seeds4success.org.uk/bridging-project

24. Seeds 4 Success - Bridging Club Plus

Opening times: Thursdays: 27th July, and 10th & 24th August, 7.00pm - 9.00pm.

(2nd & 4th Thursday each month)

Age: 15 - 25 years old.

Location: Mere Youth Centre, BA12 6EP.

Transport can be arranged from surrounding areas (contact for more information).

Cost: Free.

Who: Any young person with a special need or disability.

Activities: Opportunity to develop a range of life skills & make new friends. Range of creative & practical activities e.g. making & putting up shelves, building a compost bin & batik.

More Info: Contact Ali: ali@seeds4success.org.uk or visit: www.seeds4success.org.uk/bridging-project-0

25. Hidden Woods – Holiday Club

Opening times: Monday 24th - Thursday 27th July, 10.00am - 4.00pm.

Monday 31st July - Thursday 3rd August, 10.00am - 4.00pm.

Monday 7th - Thursday 10th August, 10.00am - 4.00pm.

Monday 14th - Thursday 17th August, 10.00am - 4.00pm.

Monday 21st - Thursday 24th August, 10.00am - 4.00pm.

(Play area in camp for early drop offs or late pick ups - additional cost)

Location: Farleigh Wood, BA2 7NH.

Cost: £35.00 per single day. £120.00 for a 4 day block.

Age: 8 - 13 years old

26. Hidden Woods – Saplings (Parent & Toddler Group)

Opening times: Fridays 28th July - 1st September, 9.00am – 10.30am or 11.00am - 12.30pm

Location: Farleigh Wood, BA2 7NH

Cost: Child: £10.00 per session. Accompanying Adult: Free. Infants: Free

Additional siblings: £5.00 per session.

(Hot drinks provided - please bring a snack to share with the group if possible)

Age: 1 - 5 years old. (Older siblings are welcome onto the activities during the holidays)

(An adult from each family must stay. Maximum supervision ratio: 1 adult to 3 children)

ALL HIDDEN WOODS ACTIVITIES:

Please contact beforehand to discuss any needs and/or requirements to make sure they can be appropriately accommodated.

Activities: Bushcraft, environmental art, woodland crafts & games & campfires

More Info: Email: hello@hiddenwoods.co.uk Call: 01373 823832 or book

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27. Rein & Shine - Pony Day

Opening times: Tuesday 29th August, 9.30am - 3.00pm.

Location: Rein and Shine Equestrian Centre, 1 Buryhill Farm, Braydon, SN5 0AD.

Cost: £91.00 per child.

Age: All ages.

Who: Led beginners and upwards.

Activities: Grooming and horse care, a full length group riding lesson. Stable routines with the ponies, riding games in the afternoon.

28. Rein & Shine - Pony Camp

Opening times: Tuesday 22nd to Friday 25th August, 9.30am – 3.00pm.

Location: Rein and Shine Equestrian Centre, 1 Buryhill Farm, Braydon, SN5 0AD

Cost: £295.00 per child (4 day block)

Age: All ages.

Who: Independent riders only!

Activities: 4 day camp: 4 days of pony fun, 8 riding sessions, poles, jumping, hacking (where abilities permit), dressage, competitions, rosettes and pony care. The week culminates in a show jumping competition on the grass.

ALL REIN & SHINE ACTIVITIES:

Please contact beforehand to discuss any needs and/or requirements to make sure they can be appropriately accommodated.

Late collections are £20.00 per child and early drop-offs are £20.00 per child per hour. Bring packed lunch. Bring gloves & weather suitable clothing. Long hair needs to be tied back without grips or clips.

More Info: Call: 01666 860068 or Email: info@reinandshine.co.uk

Website: www.reinandshine.co.uk/riding-school/riding-courses/pony-days-camps/

29. Wiltshire Wildlife – Wildlife Watch Groups (Family Event)

Opening times: Saturday 5th August and 2nd September, 10.00am – 12.00pm.

Lower Moor Farm, Cricklade, SN16 9TW.

Saturday 12th August, 10.00am – 12.00pm. Various locations in Salisbury.

Saturday 19th August, 10.00am – 12.00pm.

Green Lane Wood, Trowbridge, BA14 6GP.

Cost: £1.50 (WWT Members) or £2.50 (Non-Members) per child.

Age: 5 - 14 year olds. (A Parent Carer must stay to supervise!)

Who: Children, young people and their families.

Activities: Nature-based craft and outdoor activities.

More Info: Lower Moor Farm: lmfwatchgroup@gmail.com

Green Lane Wood: glwwildlifewatch@gmail.com

Salisbury: pennyfleet99@gmail.com

Or visit: www.wiltshirewildlife.org/events?tags=676

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Wiltshire Music Centre – Summer of Fun!

Rock The Tots - Summer Party: Monday 7th August, 11.00am.

For 0 - 10 year olds: £8 per child and £8 per adult.

Devising Drama: Monday 7th - Wednesday 9th August, 10.00am. For 7 - 11 year olds: £70 per child (For three days).

Fidgety Feet: Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th August, 10.00am.

For 18 months to 6 year olds: £7 per child and £3 per adult.

Fly Like A Bird (5-7 year olds): Wednesday 9th August, 10.30am.

For 5 - 7 year olds: £10 per child.

Fly Like A Bird (8-10 year olds): Wednesday 9th August, 1.30pm.

For 5 - 7 year olds: £10 per child.

Little Piccolos: Thursday 10th August, 10.00am.

For 3 months - 5 year olds: £8 per child & £4 per sibling. Under 1’s are free.

Beautiful Bunting: Thursday 10th August, 10.00am.

For 5 - 9 year olds: £12 per child and £3 per adult.

Relaxed Screening: Frozen 2: Friday 11th August, 12.30pm. For all ages: £5 per child and £5 per adult.

Frozen Dance Party (2-4 year olds): Friday 11th August, 10.00am.

For 2 - 4 year olds: £7 per child.

Frozen Dance Party (5-7 year olds): Friday 11th August, 11.00am. For 5 - 7 year olds: £7 per child.

Celebrate The Sun: Friday 11th August, 10.00am. For 5 - 9 year olds: £12 per child and £3 per adult.

Relaxed Screening: Frozen 2: Monday 14th August, 2.30pm. For all ages: £5 per child and £5 per adult.

Lego Animation Workshop: Monday 14th - Wednesday: 16th August, 10.00am. For 7 - 12 year olds: £25 per child.

Singing Your Head Off: Wednesday 16th August, 10.00am. For 7 - 14 year olds: £25 per child.

Showstoppers: Thursday 17th - Friday 18th August, 10.00am. For 12 - 20 year olds: £65 per child (two days). For students with some experience and/or passion for musical theatre.

ALL WILTSHIRE MUSIC CENTRE ACTIVITIES:

Please contact before booking to discuss any needs and/or requirements to make sure they can be appropriately accommodated. It may be that Parent Carer Supervision is required.

Location: Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZ.

More Info: Contact Adam via email: summer.fun@wiltshiremusic.org.uk or Call: 01225 860100 or Visit: www.wiltshiremusic.org.uk

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31. Braeside Education Centre - Water Sports Day

Opening times: Tuesday 1st August and Wednesday 16th August, 9.00am - 4.30pm.

Location: Farleigh Wood, BA2 7NH.

Cost: £36.00 per child.

Age: 8 - 12 years old (Siblings up to 14 years old)

Activities: Canoeing, Paddleboarding and Kayaking.

32. Braeside Education Centre - Climbing Day

Opening times: Wednesday 2nd August and Thursday 10th August, 9.00am - 4.30pm.

Location: Farleigh Wood, BA2 7NH.

Cost: £36.00 per child.

Age: 8 - 12 years old (Siblings up to 14 years old)

Activities: Climbing Wall, Zip Wire, Abseiling and Problem Solving.

33. Braeside Education Centre - Mixed Activity Day

Opening times: Wednesday 2nd August and Thursday 10th August, 9.00am - 4.30pm.

Location: Farleigh Wood, BA2 7NH

Cost: £36.00 per child.

Age: 8 - 12 years old (Siblings up to 14 years old)

Activities: Climbing Wall, Zip Wire, Abseiling and Problem Solving.

ALL BRAESIDE EDUCATION CENTRE ACTIVITIES:

Please contact beforehand to discuss any needs and/or requirements to make sure they can be appropriately accommodated.

Please bring packed lunch, water bottle and appropriate outdoor weather clothing

Drop Offs: 8.30am - 9.00am (Gates closed & locked at 9.15am for child safety)

Pick Ups: 4.30pm - 5.30pm

More Info: Email: info@braeside-education.co.uk Call: 01380 722637 or Visit: www.braeside-education.co.uk/holiday-club

34. Summer Reading Challenge –‘Ready, Set, Read!’

Opening times: Saturday 22nd July to Sunday 3rd September.

Location: Local Wiltshire libraries and online: www.summerreadingchallenge.org.uk

Cost: FREE.

Age: Aimed at 4 – 11 year olds.

Who: Don’t have to be able to read well, they can still take part if they listen to stories with their parent/carer or to an audiobook.

Activities: Children are encouraged to read/listen to six or more library books during the summer holidays and receive rewards along the way.

More Info: Call your local library or visit: www.wiltshire.gov.uk/libraries

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35. All Aboard Watersports – Multi-Watersport Holiday Club

Opening times: Mondays – Fridays, 10.00am – 4.00pm.

Cost: £50.00 per day.

Age: 8 – 16 years old

Who: Young people as well as their friends, family and carers.

Activities: Canoeing, kayaking, rowing, sailing or raft building (weather dependent)

36. All Aboard Watersports – Sailing Holiday Club

Opening times: Mondays – Fridays, 10.00am – 4.00pm.

Cost: £50.00 per day.

Age: 8 – 16 years old

Who: Young people as well as their friends, family and carers.

Activities: Enjoy spending time on the water learn and develop your sailing skills.

MULTI-WATERSPORT & SAILING CLUB:

If you are interested in attending then please contact beforehand to discuss any needs and/ or requirements to make sure they can be appropriately accommodated. Bring a packed lunch & change of clothes!

Location: Baltic Wharf, Cumberland Road, Bristol, BS1 6XG.

More Info: Email: admin@allaboardwatersports.co.uk Call: 0117 929 0801 or Book online at: www.allaboardwatersports.co.uk

37. All Aboard Watersports – Powerability, Paddleability & Sailability

Opening times: Saturdays, 10.30am - 12.30pm.

Location: Baltic Wharf, Cumberland Road, Bristol, BS1 6XG.

Cost: £6.00 per trip.

Age: 8 – 16 years old

Who: Designed to enable people with additional support needs to access and to experience the joy of being out on the water.

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL!

You must complete a registration form before attending. More information and how to book:

Powerability - www.allaboardwatersports.co.uk/book-with-us/courses/course/powerability/

Paddleability - www.allaboardwatersports.co.uk/book-with-us/courses/course/paddleability/

Sailability - www.allaboardwatersports.co.uk/book-with-us/courses/course/sailability/

38. Swindon & Cricklade Railway - Past & Present Family Festival

Opening times: Saturday 12th August, 10.00am - 5.00pm. Sunday 13th August, 10.00am - 4.00pm.

Location: Blunsdon Station, Tadpole Lane, Swindon, SN25 2DA.

Cost: Day entry: Adults - £10.00 Seniors - £9.00. Child - £8.00. Under 3s: Free Weekend pass: Adults - £16.00. Seniors - £14.00. Child - £10.00. Under 3s: Free.

Age: All ages.

Who: Family day out for everyone.

Activities: Classic vehicles, traction engines, military exhibits, history re-enactors, trade stalls, live Music, beer tent and unlimited train rides.

More Info: Call: 01793 771615 or visit:

https://swindon-cricklade-railway.org/product/past-and-present-family-festival/

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39. Super Camps - Multi-Activity Day Camps (non residential)

Opening Times: Monday 24th - Friday 28th July, Monday 31st July - Friday 4th August,

Monday 7th - Friday 11th August, Monday 14th - Friday 18th August, and Monday 21st - Friday 25th August.

Location: The Godolphin School, Milford Hill, Salisbury, SP1 2RA.

Royal High School Bath, Gloucester House, Lansdown Road, Bath, BA1 5SZ.

Kingswood Preparatory School, College Road, Bath, Avon, BA1 5SD.

Cost: £240.00 for a 5 day block or £53.00 per day.

Age: 4 – 12 years old.

Activities: Arts & Crafts, LEGO building, Team Games and Multi-Sports Sessions.

40. Super Camps - Lego Play Day Camps (non residential)

Opening Times: Bath: Monday 24th - Friday 28th July.

Salisbury: Monday 7th - Friday 11th August.

Location: The Godolphin School, Milford Hill, Salisbury, SP1 2RA

Royal High School Bath, Gloucester House, Lansdown Road, Bath, BA1 5SZ.

Cost: £249.00 for a 5 day block.

Age: 6 – 12 years old.

Activities: Put imagination, strategy and logic to the test as children engineer a number of bold and innovative builds inspired from the world around them.

41. Super Camps - Chelsea FC Football Day Camps (non residential)

Opening Times: Bath: Monday 31st July - Friday 4th August.

Salisbury: Monday 21st - Friday 25th August.

Location: The Godolphin School, Milford Hill, Salisbury, SP1 2RA

Kingswood Preparatory School, College Road, Bath, Avon, BA1 5SD.

Cost: £300.00 for a 5 day block.

(Every child will get a bespoke Chelsea FC Nike training kit to wear on the course and keep).

Age: 6 – 11 years old.

Activities: Experience a 360 view of life as a professional football player during a week of high quality coaching, insightful sporting seminars and super team tournaments.

42. Super Camps - Drama Day Camps (non residential)

Opening Times: Monday 14th - Friday 18th August

Location: Royal High School Bath, Gloucester House, Lansdown Road, Bath, BA1 5SZ.

Cost: £249.00 for a 5 day block.

Age: 6 – 12 years old.

Activities: Your child will develop their character through performing arts; learning dances, songs and acting scenes all working towards a final showstopper performance.

43. Super Camps - Bushcraft Day Camps (non residential)

Opening Times: Monday 7th - Friday 11th August

Location: Kingswood Preparatory School, College Road, Bath, Avon, BA1 5SD.

Cost: £249.00 for a 5 day block.

Age: 7 – 11 years old.

Activities: Children will learn survival skills such as Shelter Building, First Aid and Fire Lighting, as well as tackle team challenges alongside like-minded adventurers.

ALL SUPERCAMPS ACTIVITIES:

They approach each case individually, so if you are interested in attending then please contact beforehand to discuss any needs and/or requirements to make sure they can be appropriately accommodated.

Opening times: 9.00am - 5.00pm (Extra care available from 8.00am – 6.00pm).

More Info: Email: info@supercamps.co.uk Call: 01235 467300 or Book online at: https://www.supercamps.co.uk

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44. Soft Play Centre Activities

Soft play areas across the UK are suitable for a variety of ages, from babies and toddlers to children up to eight years old. Some centres can host children as old as 10.

With multi-layered climbing frames, colourful ball pits and elaborate mazes, Soft Play areas provide a padded space for babies, toddlers and kids to play and explore, whatever the weather.

Always book online or by calling before attending.

Baloo’s Soft Play Centre - Trowbridge (01225 764753 or www.baloossoftplay.co.uk/)

Funways - Warminster (01985 220111 or www.funwayswarminster.com/)

Jolly Roger Adventure - Swindon (01793 522044 or www.jollyrogerplay.com)

Boomerang Play Centre - Melksham (01225 702000 or www.boomerangplay.co.uk/)

Solstice Play - Amesbury (01980 624911 or www.solsticeplay.co.uk/)

Jump In Fun - Salisbury (01722 445503 or www.jumpinfun.co.uk/salisbury/soft-play/)

45. Parks & Open Spaces

Check your local council website to find out what local parks/play areas and open spaces are available to visit while the sun is out!

Many have free to use play areas, outdoor gym equipment, splash-pads and other fun activities.

Trowbridge: www.trowbridge.gov.uk/local-parks/

Warminster: https://warminster-tc.gov.uk/activities/lake-pleasure-grounds/

Swindon: www.swindon.gov.uk/directory/24/parks_and_open_spaces_in_swindon

Melksham: www.melksham-tc.gov.uk/melksham-town/parks-recreation

Royal Wootton Bassett: www.royalwoottonbassett.gov.uk/play-parks/

Calne: www.calne.gov.uk/green-spaces/

Marlborough: www.marlborough-tc.gov.uk/visitors/open-spaces-play-areas

Devizes: www.devizes-tc.gov.uk/parks-and-open-spaces/

Chippenham: www.chippenham.gov.uk/parks-and-outdoor-spaces

Amesbury: www.amesburytowncouncil.gov.uk/parks-open-spaces

Salisbury: www.salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk/responsibilities/parks-open-spaces

46. Riding for the Disabled Associations

RDA Groups are individual charities and are run by highly qualified instructors and trained volunteers. Groups vary in size, opening times and in the activities they offer, but all them operate to the same high standards of training, professionalism and care.

Find your nearest group here: www.rda.org.uk/rda-groups/

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Useful Information for Parent Carers

The CEA Card

The CEA Card enables a disabled cinema guest aged 8+ years to receive a complimentary ticket for someone to go with them when they visit a participating cinema. For more information visit: www.ceacard.co.uk/apply

Free Audiobooks & Other Activities

Free books & activities from the World of David Walliams:

www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/

Merlin’s Magic Wand

The Charity provides complimentary tickets and fund a contribution towards a travel grant for families to enjoy their day at a Merlin Entertainments’ attractions, such as: LEGOLAND Resort® theme parks, SEA LIFE Centres, and Madame Tussauds.

www.merlinsmagicwand.org/apply-for-a-day-out/making-an-application.aspx

Using the loo, is it on your Radar?

One of the things we know you can’t forget when you are planning a day trip, is making sure your child can go to the loo. Many accessible toilets are part of the National Key Scheme, so can only be used by people with a Radar key. If you haven’t already got one, you can purchase them for £6.00 from Disability Rights.

www.disabilityrightsuk.myshopify.com/products/radar-key

Longleat Concessionary Annual Pass

You can purchase a pass to a whole YEAR of fun! Enjoy a day out with friends and family or simply pop in for an after school treat. Any guest able to provide evidence of disability will be entitled to bring a registered carer free of charge with a Carer's Annual Pass. Please bring proof of additional needs to Longleat on the day of your visit.

Visit: www.longleat.co.uk/tickets/concessionary-annual-pass

Kids Pass

Whether it’s day-trip adventures, cinema missions, or cosy bites to eat – it’s never full price with Kids Pass. Up to 57% off days out & attractions. 30% off adults & child cinema tickets. Up to 25% off family holidays & resorts.

You can try the pass for just £1 for 30 days

www.kidspass.co.uk

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Useful Information for Parent Carers

INCLUSION FUNDING FOR SETTINGS

Early Years Inclusion Support Funding is a financial contribution for early years settings towards the inclusion of children aged 0-5 who have a disability or difficulty that creates a barrier to their learning.

The funding is ‘Needs Led’.

An Early Years Inclusion Officer and your setting will discuss any additional support required, in partnership with parents. The funding can be used by the setting for training, resources or support which is additional to or different from what is normally expected to be provided within your setting. It is neither the expectation nor intention that the additional funding will provide 1-1 continuous support.

For more information about Early Years Inclusion Funding

01225 757985

Email contact: earlyyears@wiltshire.gov.uk

HELP PAYING FOR YOUR CHILDCARE

Government help with childcare costs for parents. Whether you have toddlers or teens, you could get support.

There are a number of options that you may be able to access depending on your circumstances and meeting eligibility criteria:

Tax Free Childcare: For every £8 you pay into an online account, the government will add an extra £2, up to £2,000 per child per year.

15 hours Free Childcare for 2 year olds: 15 hours per week for 38 weeks, totalling 570 hours per year, that you can use flexibly with one or more childcare provider.

15 hours Free Childcare for 3 and 4 year olds: 15 hours per week for 38 weeks, totalling 570 hours per year, that you can use flexibly with one or more childcare provider.

30 hours Free Childcare for 3 and 4 year olds: 30 hours per week for 38 weeks, totalling 1,140 hours per year, that you can use flexibly with one or more childcare provider.

Tax Credits for Childcare for Under 17 year olds: 70% of childcare costs, up to a cap.

Universal Credit for Childcare for Under 17 year olds: Up to 85% of childcare costs.

For more information, visit their website: www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/

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Children’s Centres 0-5s

A children's centre allows local families with young children to enjoy facilities and receive support that they need, including free parenting support. Services are often provided in a range of venues in local communities. In Wiltshire they are run by two voluntary organisations: Spurgeons and The Rise Trust.

Services offered from centres include:

• General information, advice and support for parents of young children

• Information on how to access childcare provided by nurseries or childminders

• Easy access to children’s health services, including midwives and health visitors

• Support for children with special needs including sensory rooms

• Links with Jobcentre Plus, local training providers, further and higher education institutions

• Provide support to parents and children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The Rise Trust Website: www.therisetrust.org/

Childcare helpline

If you have any queries relating to childcare, need information or advice, contact Wiltshire Council’s Early

Calne Children’s Centre Prince Charles Drive, Calne, SN11 8TG 01249 823247 Cricklade Children’s Centre Bath Road, Cricklade, SN6 6AX 01793 759187 Spring Rise Children’s Centre Frogwell, Chippenham, SN14 0DH 01249 464008 The Rise Children’s Centre The Oaks, Chippenham, SN15 1DU 01249 463040 Wootton Bassett Children’s Centre Byron Avenue, Wootton Bassett, SN4 8BA 01793 851224 Spurgeons Website: wiltshirechildrenscentres.org.uk/ Devizes South Children’s Centre The Green, Devizes, SN10 5AA 0800 9704669 Windmill Hill Children’s Centre Wylye Road, Tidworth, SP9 7QR Bulford Children’s Centre Bulford Camp, Salisbury, SP4 9JY Little Folly Children’s Centre Bemerton Heath, Salisbury, SP2 9HX Tisbury Children’s Centre Weaveland Rd, Tisbury, SP3 6HJ Canberra Children’s Centre 56a Spa Road, Melksham, SN12 7NY Studley Green Children’s Centre Westfield Rd, Trowbridge, BA14 9JQ 22
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