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Hello to Summer adventures! The school holidays are almost here and we couldn't be more excited! There's nothing quite like those long, lazy summer days filled with possibilities and the freedom to explore with the children. This Summer edition is packed with brilliant ideas to make the most of every moment during the six-week break and to get you set for the new Autumn term. Our 'Summer of Discovery' feature showcases fantastic local days out where learning meets fun - perfect for keeping curious minds engaged whilst creating lasting memories. If you're juggling work commitments, our holiday clubs pages will be your lifesaver, featuring local providers who'll keep the children happy, active and entertained. Inside, you'll also find outdoor adventures, creative workshops, family festivals and so much more to keep everyone busy. Whether you're planning staycation adventures or simply looking for ways to fill those "I'm bored" moments, we've got you covered. Here's to a summer bursting with discovery and family fun! Jo Editor, Raring2go! Altrincham & Sale What’s inside? Pages 2-9 Clubs, Classes and Holiday Camps 10 Nursery places 11-21 What's on and where to go 22-23 Pet Pages 24 Little Page Turners Reading Comp 25 Tutors 28-31 Activities for the Under 5s GET IN TOUCH: e: altrincham@raring2go.co.uk t: 07766 991935 w: www.raring2go.co.uk/area/ altrincham-and-sale/ 3 Raring2go! EDITOR'S WELCOME

Raring2go! HOLIDAY CLUBS AND CLASSES In 1991 fifty children attended the first SciTech Science Holiday Club. It was so well received that in 1992 we moved to Manchester Metropolitan University where we reached the capacity of 300 children and so the concept of enthusiastic engagement of children in science and technology was truly begun. The self-evident success of the SciTech approach meant that in subsequent years the summer schools not only delivered spectacular handson science to capacity audiences in Manchester but also across Europe, Canada, Vietnam and South Africa. Each day covers a different subject and with 55 subjects from Animation to Zoology, there is no shortage of amazing Science to keep active minds amazed and earn SciTech the accolade of “a Holiday Club like no other.” This year’s programme: • Fire & Ice – minus 196oC to 2,400oC exciting demonstrations and hands on experiments. • Formula 1 – explore the science behind F1 cars and discover the unusual job of an F1 car’s wing. • Senses – think we have 5 senses? Think again and find out how the brain uses over 30 sensors. • Water – one of the most common chemicals but with some very unusual properties. • Robotics – program our robots to balance on two wheels. Scan here to find out about the course Scan here for the booking form 25 ST:25 SCech: 25 For 5 - 12 Year Olds July 28th - August 1st OR August 4th - 8th, 2025 4 raring2go.co.uk

Raring2go! HOLIDAY CLUBS AND CLASSES 5 MUSICAL THEATRE MUSICAL THEATRE SUMMER SCHOOL SUMMER SCHOOL Dance, Drama, Singing, Craft and First Aid Classes Monday 28th July - Friday 1st August 9am - 4.30pm Monday 4th - Friday 8th August 9am - 4.30pm ✉ clare_tanner@hotmail.com 07951 717 580 Heyes Lane Primary School, Crofton Avenue, Timperley, WA15 6BZ Admis The Clare Tanner School of Dancing Est 2002 End of week Show on both Fridays Sibling and multi week discount Full Week £120 SUMMER HOLIDAYS? SORTED. www.fun-fest.co.uk/altview 077166 19945 ALTRINCHAM PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR BOYS MARLBOROUGH ROAD WA14 2RR MONDAY 14 JULY - FRIDAY 22 AUGUST th nd EXTENDED HOURS 7:30AM - 6PM BOOK YOUR SPACE NOW! OFSTED REGISTERED CHILD CARE VOUCHERS ACCEPTED TAX FREE CHILDCARE BREAKFAST INCLUDED QUALIFIED STAFF & SPORTS COACHES FOR AGES 3 - 12

Raring2go! HOLIDAY CLUBS AND CLASSES 6 raring2go.co.uk SUMMER HOLIDAY CAMPS 2025 MULTI SPORTS FOOTBALL DANCE FASHION CAMP WOODWORK ARCHERY TAG WWW.SUPERSTARSCAMPS.CO.UK CODING CROCHET DRONE SOCCER CARD MAKING OBSTACLE COURSE ZORBS LEGO CRAFTS QUILTING KNITTING LASER TAG RUNNING AT NAVIGATION PRIMARY ASHTON UPON MERSEY MON 21 JULY - FRI 28 AUGUST FULL BROCHURE DETAILS

7 Raring2go! HOLIDAY CLUBS AND CLASSES Superstars Holiday Clubs has pulled together another amazing summer for the children. Along with the usual Multi Sports, Football and Dance being delivered at two locations: Navigation Road Primary School, WA14 1NG and Ashton-on-Mersey School M33 5BP, Superstars has some specialist weeks available covering, Woodwork, Crafts, Fashion Camp and Lego, along with Two day courses of Coding *NEW*, Quilting *NEW*, Knitting & Crochet along with day sessions of their large inflatable obstacle course, Card Making *NEW*, Archery Tag, Zorbs, Drone Soccer *NEW* and Laser Tag. Drone Soccer in a nut shell is robotic quidditch, whereby they will initially learn how to fly a drone through obstacles before moving into an unique stadium to battle it out with your opponents. A two day coding course will teach the children the basics of coding in an easy and fun way. Both these sessions are aimed at children 7 and over. One of our very popular specialist weeks is Woodwork Week whereby children will learn to use saws, hand drills, hammers etc to make their wonderful creations, all supervised, of course, but it will be a summer to remember for children at Superstars. Visit Page 6 and scan the QR code to see our Summer Brochure. Further details can also be found by emailing info@littlesuperstars.co.uk or ringing on 01925 555859. The website is www.superstarscamps.co.uk

Raring2go! HOLIDAY CLUBS AND CLASSES 8 raring2go.co.uk Week 1 : 28th July - 1st August 2025 | Week 2: 4th - 8th August 2025 www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk

Raring2go! CLUBS AND CLASSES 9 Stagecoach Performing Arts schools are operated under franchise and are independently owned by their Principals. Stagecoach and Creative Courage For Life are registered trademarks of Stagecoach Performing Arts Limited. Singing, dancing and acting classes for 4 - 18 year-olds Giving children and young people the Creative Courage to stand up on stage for over 35 years. stagecoach altrincham summer workshop 11 - 15 august drEam big! stagecoach.co.uk/altrincham 07777 770604 altrincham@stagecoach.co.uk enrol today

Raring2go! NURSERY PLACES 10 raring2go.co.uk For children aged 3+ our Nursery offers: Unlocking potential, inspiring success, celebrating diversity An exciting and ambitious curriculum Inspiring indoor and outdoor spaces with new learning equipment Morning, afternoon or full-time spaces An Elklan accredited Communication Friendly Setting Enquire today by visiting our website elmridge.bright-futures.co.uk or call us 0161 980 4941 Wilton Dr, Hale Barns, WA15 0JF Apply for a Nursery Place at Elmridge today! Limited availability for this Autumn! Wraparound provision available from 7.30am - 6.00pm

11 Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE TO BOOK ONLINE What’s on this SUMMER Over the next few pages you'll find our pick of local, family-friendly events happening this summer. Some may need booking in advance and information is subject to change, so please check before you set off! You’ll find even more events on our website www.raring2go.co.uk/area/altrincham-andsale/whats-on/ ALL SUMMER 4th July to 24th August Football City, Art United, Aviva Studios What happens when artists and footballers transfer ideas? 11 new works created by pairings of artists and footballers come together in an ambitious and playful group exhibition, featuring sound installations, play arenas, paintings, drawings, animation, sculpture, film and more. https://factoryinternational.org/whats-on/ football-city-art-united/ 4th July to 2nd November An Inheritance, Manchester Art Gallery A collection of knowledge, advice, jokes, memories and objects curated by 500 local primary school children, reflecting their thoughts on Manchester 100 years from now. https://factoryinternational.org/whats-on/aninheritance/ 7th July to 31st August Music for the Senses art trail A trail of amazing artworks, murals, mosaics and installations celebrating the people, places, moments and instruments of Manchester’s music scene. https://musicforthesenses.co.uk/ 19th July to 1st September Eureka! Science + Discovery, Wirral/ Eureka!, Halifax Rain or shine, there’s a full programme of changing activities and fun every day of the summer holidays. Check website for programmes and details. https://eureka.org.uk/

Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO 12 raring2go.co.uk 19th July to 7th September We're Going on a Bear Hunt, Tatton Park Follow the trail, swish through the grass and picnic beneath the trees. More on page 21. https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/bearhunt 22nd July to 22nd August Summer of Adventure at the Farm, Tatton Park From getting up close and personal with all your farmyard favourites to delicious cookery demonstrations, there's something for the whole family to enjoy. · Step into our hatchery and greet the newest fluffy members of our farm family. · Say hello to Little Grey Fergie the Tractor. · Gather around for captivating storytelling sessions and discover fascinating facts about farm life. · Sheep Racing · Explore the Maize Maze https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/ 23rd July to 31st August The Great Woodland Adventure, RHS Garden Bridgewater Go wild in the woods at RHS Bridgewater this summer! Head to our woodland basecamp for six weeks of hands-on fun and outdoor challenges, from epic den building and forest school workshops to woodland crafts, tree climbing, fire making and much more. With family trails, explorer walks and storytime for little adventurers, too. https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/ bridgewater/whats-on/summer-holidays 24th July to 28th August (Thursdays) Our Kids Social Arty Thursdays, Dunham Park Drop-in art workshops. Have fun with foliage and flowers and take inspiration from the nature around you. Drop-in workshops from 11am-3pm no booking needed. https://ourkids.social/events/arty-thursdaysat-dunham-park-cheshire/ Running through the summer Dunham Massey Farm Ice Cream Sunflower Trail https://www.facebook.com/ dunhammasseyicecream/ Various Dates MCR Live '25 To help celebrate what promises to be a sensational summer of sound MCR Live '25 will see music-themed markets, popup shops, a festival bar and impromptu performances, as well as fabulous guitarthemed artworks and exhibitions take over the city's streets, squares, shop windows and other venues. https://www.visitmanchester.com/mcrlive25/ Running through the year Adventures in Wonderland, Z-arts Fall down the rabbit hole and into a magical world with Adventures in Wonderland - an immersive, interactive play experience for children and families at Z-arts! Created in partnership with Macmillan Children’s Books, this enchanting journey brings Alice’s story to life through imaginative play, sensory spaces, and iconic scenes from the beloved book. https://www.z-arts.org/ JULY 3rd to 20th July Manchester International Festival MIF is back – inviting you to leap into the unknown with some of the most exciting creative minds of our generation.With lots of free events, take a chance and try something new. https://factoryinternational.org/whats-on/ manchester-international-festival-2025/ 3rd July plus various events across July The Herds Opening Event, Manchester City Centre Life-sized animal puppets take over Greater Manchester as part of monumental migration across West Africa and Europe. Can they escape climate disaster? From the team behind The Walk with Little Amal. https://factoryinternational.org/whats-on/ the-herds/

13 Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO Hot Summer Term Time offers at Let Loose Stanley Square, Sale 6 WEEK UNLIMITED PASS ONLY £50 9th June - 18th July 6-week unlimited pass for 1 child and 1 adult. 2 years and above. Book now on-line only www.letlooseplay.co.uk Something for the Grown Ups Why not make an evening of it and bring your own booze while you dine. Enjoy a bit of grown up time while your kids play. 2 Hour Reservation Open until 8pm, Friday and Saturday Let Loose Sale 21 Stanley Street, Sale, M33 7WZ 0161 399 1723 info@letloosestanleysquare.co.uk www.letlooseplay.co.uk NEW ALFRESCO EATING AREA C M Y CM MY CY CMY K Stanley Square Ad for summer offer and byob.pdf 1 19/05/2025 09:09 19 JULY to Raring to Go - HALF PAGE AD - Deadline 2 June - 129mm 19 JULY to 7 SEPTEMBER 2025 Family summer adventures in the gardens and farm Primary Times – ¼ PAGE PORTRAIT AD (Vertical) 88 x 13 © Bear Hunt Films Ltd 2016. Licensed by Walker Productions Ltd. www.tattonpark.org.uk/bearhunt

Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO 14 raring2go.co.uk 11th to 13th July Foodies Festival, Tatton Park The UK’s biggest celebration of food & drink. Join us at Tatton Park Foodies Festival 2025 for our biggest celebration yet of top chefs, tasty food, delicious drinks and live music. https://foodiesfestival.com/ 13th July The Eras Experience: Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna, Step into the unparalleled world of Taylor Swift in this electrifying show featuring the incredible: Xenna. A celebration of the iconic pop sensation's music, style, and unrivalled stage presence. 50 VIP Meet and Greet Tickets also available. https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/shows/ taylor 13th July Teddy Bears’ Picnic, John Leigh Park https://www.facebook.com/ FriendsofJohnLeighPark/ 19th and 20th July Hale Barns Carnival Live music, family entertainment, foodie village, funfair and rides, movie cars, amazing bars, gifts and crafts and local pop ups. 12 to 10pm (tickets required after 4pm) https://www.halebarnscarnival.co.uk/ 22nd to 27th July Refract25, Waterside, Sale This year's vibrant and exciting line-up includes well-known international acts and plenty of free outdoor shows for families, from high energy circus, to samba reggae and a global mega star from Las Vegas! https://refract.org.uk/ 26th July Manchester Day Manchester's favourite day of the year is back for 2025 and looks set to hit all the right notes with a mammoth day of musicthemed free fun promised for all the family to help celebrate the city's homegrown musical talent and this year's big summer of live music in the city. https://www.manchester.gov.uk/ 29th and 30th July Old Hall Open Days, Tatton Park Come and explore the rooms and soak up the atmosphere of this hidden away slice of history. The Old Hall is the perfect spot to bring along a family picnic and gentle outdoor games, with space for kids to run around outside. You can grab a family activity pack from reception and discover the flora and fauna of this unique area within the parkland. https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/ AUGUST 2nd and 3rd August Wythenshawe Games, Wythenshawe Park A fun-filled, action-packed weekend of FREE sports and activities for all ages! The Games offers loads of stuff to try, including archery, climbing, bushcraft, martial arts, golf, fencing and loads more! https://wythenshawegames.org.uk 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th, 26th and 27th August Old Hall Open Days, Tatton Park See above. https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/ 16th and 17th August Classic & Retro Car Revival, Tatton Park Classic & Retro Car Revival is packed full of an eclectic mix of powerful and unique performance cars, from Ferraris to Lamborghinis. https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/ 17th August Jamming on the Park 2, John Leigh Park, Altrincham https://www.facebook.com/ FriendsofJohnLeighPark/ 22nd August Folksy Theatre – “Robin Hood”, Folksy Theatre – “Twelfth Night” Walkden Gardens Bring along your picnics, blankets and folding chairs https://walkdengardens.co.uk

15 Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO The Great Woodland Adventure Go wild in the woods this summer Head to our woodland base camp for over five weeks of hands-on activities and outdoor challenges from den building and woodland crafts to storytelling adventures and more... let your adventure grow! Wed 23 Jul – Sun 31 Aug RHS Registered Charity No: 222879/SC038262 rhs.org.uk/bridgewater EXPLORING LET’S GO EXPLORING LET’S GO www.tnlcinemasale.co.uk

Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO 16 raring2go.co.uk 23rd to 25th August Summer Country Fayre at the Farm, Tatton Park A weekend of traditional English fayre and fun. Traditional country crafts, food and drink plus demonstrations and a daily programme of activities! https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/ 23rd to 25th August Outdoor Cinema Cheshire, Tatton Park Get ready for a weekend of cinematic magic under the stars! Join us as we transform Tatton Park into an outdoor cinema paradise! See website for Film Festival Lineup https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/ 25th August Car Boot Sale at St Margaret's https://www.facebook.com/ FriendsofJohnLeighPark/ 29th to 31st August St Annes Kite International Kite Festival St Annes Kite Festival returns again at the end of August 2025! The three-day event is a partnership between Fylde Council and SmileFactor10, with support from St Annes Town Council. It’s a fabulous spectacle with tens of thousands of visitors from all over the UK and kite fliers from across the globe. https://www.discoverfylde.co.uk/kitefestival/ SEPTEMBER 6th September Space Safari Drone Light Show, Cheshire Showground Experience a spectacular drone light show for the first time in Cheshire! Witness the night sky filled with hundreds of synchronised drones, creating mesmerising animations with a symphony of light and sound. https://spacesafari.show/cheshireshowground 19th, 20th, 26th and 27th September Old Hall Open Days, Tatton Park See page 14. https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/ 27th and 28th September Horrible Histories – Live on Stage, the Stoller Hall Are you ready to swing with a Georgian king? Does the Duke of Wellington get the boot? Would you stand and deliver to dastardly Dick Turpin? Can you help detectives find the headless man? Find out what a baby farmer did and move to the groove with party Queen Victoria! Don’t miss this horrible history of Britain with the nasty bits left in! https://stollerhall.com/ 27th and 28th September Harvest Festival, Tatton Park A chance to celebrate the annual harvest by joining in with the Farm's very own harvest festival. See the steam engine running, have a go at scarecrow making and spinning or make your own corn dolly. Harvest Blessing at 1pm with Barnton Silver Band. https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/

We can finally announce that we are opening the doors to our amazing new facility! It’s a world class space built for everyone to be able to move more, recover, unwind and connect with the community. Whatever stage of your active journey you are in, we have an amazing facility and team to help support you on your way. Whether you’re finding your feet, getting back into the swing, or pushing for a PB, move Altrincham has been built for the whole community. From family swims and low-impact classes to junior only sessions, you’ll discover exciting ways, that fit your life to move and feel good • State-of-the-art gym with Technogym equipment • Purpose-built studios offering group exercise & wellness classes • Refurbished swimming pool with inclusive family & fitness sessions • The Cove Spa for relaxation and recovery • Personal training and tailored fitness support • MOST Bakery and social spaces Quick Features List: move Altrincha 26th August 202

move Altrincham is opening 26th August! Register your interest to get exclusive pre-sale offers At move, we believe in people and real change. Our world class, brand new facility will be a space where everyone can move more, feel better and belong. If you’re eligible, we also offer inclusive value led access and referral programmes to support you every step of the way. am is opening 25 “I was nervous and vulnerable, but from the moment I arrived, I felt part of a community. The staff made me feel safe, supported, and seen.” Joanne, Move Urmston member

20 raring2go.co.uk MIF25 turns the city into a summer playground of ideas! Explore how football meets art in Football City, Art United, [4th July to 24th August] march with giant puppet animals in The Herds, [3rd to 5th July] as public art confronts the topic of climate change and see what kids dream for the future in An Inheritance [4th July to 2nd November]. It's learning - fun-sized, hands-on, and unforgettable. https://factoryinternational.org/whats-on/ manchester-international-festival-2025 Summer of Discovery: Learning Adventures for Curious Kids Summer holidays needn't mean learning stops - history comes alive at Beeston Castle, the Stoller Hall or People's History Museum, science sparks at Eureka! and Jodrell Bank, and art engages through Manchester's festivals and Gardens - plus so much more. Learning happens naturally when disguised as adventure and exploration. Find out what's happening near you this summer... Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO Horrible Histories – Live on Stage, the Stoller Hall We all want to meet people from history - the trouble is that everyone is dead! Prepare for Horrible Histories live on stage with the acclaimed production of Gorgeous Georgians and Vile Victorians. Don’t miss this horrible history of Britain with the nasty bits left in on 27th and 28th September! www.stollerhall.com Go wild in the woods at RHS Bridgewater this summer! Head to our woodland basecamp for six weeks of hands-on fun and outdoor challenges, from epic den building and forest school workshops to woodland crafts, tree climbing, fire making and much more. With family trails, explorer walks and storytime for little adventurers, too. https://www.rhs.org.uk Eureka! Rain or shine, there’s a full programme of changing activities and fun every day of the summer holidays. Check website for programmes and details. https://eureka.org.uk/ Summer Fun at The Hideaway Join us for an exciting summer, packed with activities for all ages - such as crafts, messy play, Lego, slime, and SO much more! Many sessions are free or low-cost. As a charity, every visit helps support local children and families. Fun for you, support for others! www.thehideawaypartington. com

Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO 21 Take a summer holiday to outer space at Jodrell Bank! Soak up the sunshine this summer with an out-of-this-world family day out at Jodrell! Have a blast in our new ‘Rocket Lab’, be amazed by live demonstrations and science busking sessions, and enjoy ‘Ted’s Space Adventure’ Dome show, perfect for preschoolers. Plus, explore the outdoors with our galactic-themed site trail! Book online to save 10% and return for FREE for 12 months! Jodrellbank.net Summer holidays at People’s History Museum The dove, the international symbol of peace, is the focus for a new Family Friendly craft activity taking place at People’s History Museum across the school summer holidays. This is a free Family Friendly activity with the materials provided and no booking required. https://www.phm.org.uk. A wild day out at Knowsley Safari! Discover over 500 animals, including rhino, tigers and bears at Knowsley Safari. Home to the UK’s longest Safari Drive and a Foot Safari, visitors can learn about the plight of endangered species. With rides and amusements too, there’s plenty to keep the whole family inspired, while enjoying the great outdoors. https://www. knowsleysafariexperience. co.uk We're Going on a Bear Hunt, Tatton Park Follow the trail, swish through the grass and picnic beneath the trees - "what a beautiful day!" Step into a children's classic story... This summer, we’re partnering with Wild in Art and Walker Books to bring you a colourful trail of brilliant bears! Inspired by Michael Rosen's classic children's story, each bear sculpture tells it’s own story, beautifully painted and unique and hiding throughout the Gardens and Farm. Can you find them all? Follow the trails of 10 bright and colourful bears through the gardens and farm. Swish through the long grass, venture through the pinetum forest and picnic beneath the trees! https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/bearhunt Summer of Fun and Games at Beeston Castle It’s all fun and games at Beeston Castle and Woodland Park this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building there's all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays. Beeston Castle and Woodland Walk, Beeston, CW6 9TX. Search English Heritage Beeston Castle for more information and to book online.

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Raring2go! COMPETITION Calling all young bookworms in Trafford! We've extended our competition celebrating the stories that light up your family's reading time. Whether it's the bedtime story you know by heart, the picture book that makes everyone giggle, or the chapter book you've just discovered together, we want to hear about the books your family loves. Every family has a story about their special books - we can't wait to hear yours. We'll be sharing the best reviews in our Autumn issue and on our website, with special prizes for our favourite entries! Take a look online at some of our entries so far. Visit our website or email altrincham@raring2go.co.uk for full details and Terms & Conditions COMPETITION TIME! Little Page Turners - Share your family's favourite reads! How to join in: Simply tell us about your favourite family book, including: The title and author Why you love reading it together What age group would enjoy it most (0-5 years, 6-8 years or 9-11 years) A quote from your young reader about why they love it Send your review (160 words max) to altrincham@raring2go.co.uk by 31st August. Big thanks to our sponsor: Prizes donated by: Come and visit B for Butterfly Books in their new home at 8 Brooklands Road, Sale, M33 3SQ https://linktr.ee/ BForButterflyBooks

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Raring2go! UNDER 5s Many classes will need booking in advance and some are term time only, so please call to check availability. MONDAY 4 Cheeky Monkeys Playgroup, 1A Dawlish Road, Sale 9:30-11:30am (summer hours 10am-12pm), Stay and Play Adventure Babies, St Christopher's Church, Withington, M20 9:30am, Active Adventurers 10:30-11:15. Sitters & Crawlers 11:45-12:30, Tiny Babies Babyballet, 3rd Timperley Scout hut 9:30am-10:05am, Tinies 18 months - 3 years 10:15am-10:50am Movers 3-4 years 11am-11:30am, Tots ages 6 - 18 months Let Loose Play Centre, Stanley Square, Sale Daily term-time activity sessions included in your entry fee. See website for details. Rhythm and Rhyme, Nuffield Health, Didsbury 10am, Birth to walking 11am, Walking & over (younger siblings welcome) Tennis Tykes, Stamford Park, Altrincham 4-4:45pm, (4 and 5 year olds) Trident Taekwon-Do Academy, Sale Rugby Club, Whitehall Road, Sale 4-4:45pm, Kubz Classes (ages 3 to 6) Tumbletots, Altrincham FC Community Sports Hall, Moss Lane, Hale, Altrincham 9:30-10:15am, Walking - 2 Years 10:30-11:15am, 2 - 3 Years 11:30am-12:15pm, 6 months - Walking 12:45-1:30pm, 3 Years - School Age Turtle Tots, Marriott, Hale Barns 10:30, Toddler class, 18 months to 4years 11am, Baby class, 3 to16 months 11:30am, Toddler class, 18months to 4 years 4 Cheeky Monkeys Playgroup: Lesley, www.4cheekymonkeys.co.uk, 07952 590940 Adventure Babies: Hannah, hannah@ adventurebabies.co.uk Baby Ballet Altrincham, Knutsford & Urmston: Miss Lianna, 07877 583759, altrinchamknutsfordurmston@babyballet. co.uk, www.babyballet.co.uk/altrincham Bloom Baby Classes South Manchester: Sam, southmanchester@bloombabyclasses. com, 07970 470835 Bloom Toddler Classes Trafford: Krystal Crofts, trafford@bloomtoddlerclasses.com, 07857280866 Cadman's Dance Centre: 0161 973 6225, www.cadmansdancecentre.com Clare Tanner School of Dancing: clare_ tanner@hotmail.com, Kicks Dance South Manchester: Cara, 07921 122939, cara@kicksdance.co.uk, www.kicksdance.co.uk/south-manchester Let Loose Play Centre, 0161 399 1723, https://letlooseplay.co.uk Moo Music Trafford: We run specialist nursery sessions in Trafford, Lymm, Knutsford, Wythenshawe, Wilmslow and Stockport. Karen, hello@moomusictrafford.co.uk, www.moo-music.co.uk/trafford, WhatsApp 07972 766 789 Noodle Performance Arts: Cat, 07769 155591, cat@noodleperformancearts.com, www.noodleperformancearts.com Rhythm and Rhyme: Laura, 07795 484494 laura.harding@rhythmandrhyme.co.uk, www.rhythmandrhyme.co.uk Stagecoach Altrincham: Georgia, 07777 770604, altrincham@stagecoach.co.uk Tennis Tykes: Caroline, 07843342662, www.tennistykes.co.uk, caroline.buncall@ tennistykes.co.uk Trident Taekwon-Do Academy: James, 07974 649015, TridentTKD@aol.com, www.tridenttkdmanchester.co.uk Tumbletots: Jane, 07812 144450, www.tumbletots.com/trafford, tumble_tots.jane@hotmail.co.uk Turtle Tots: Jen, jen.perry@turtletots.com, www.turtletots.com/uk/location/traffordhaydock Activities and classes for babies, toddlers and preschoolers 28 raring2go.co.uk

Raring2go! UNDER 5s TUESDAY 4 Cheeky Monkeys Playgroup, 1A Dawlish Road, Sale 9:30-11:30am, (summer hours 10am12pm), Stay and Play Adventure Babies, Conservative Club, Sale 9:30-10:15am, Active Adventurers (babies and toddlers on the move) 10:45-11:30am, Sitters and Crawlers 12-12:45, New Baby club Bloom Baby Classes, St Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Bentinck Road, Altrincham 10:15am, Caterpillars (6 weeks to 6 mths) 11:15am, Busy Bees (6 months to mobile) 12:20pm, Busy Bees (6 months to mobile) Bloom Toddler Classes, Antz in your Pantz, Altrincham 9:45am, Creative Learners (walking24mths) 10:50am, Social Superstars (2-4yrs) Let Loose Play Centre, Stanley Square, Sale Daily term-time activity sessions included in your entry fee. See website for details. Rhythm and Rhyme, Adventure Forest Play Centre, Trafford Park (option to play and stay for £2 before or after the class) 10am, Walking & over (younger siblings welcome) 11am, Birth to walking Tennis Tykes, St Mary's Church, Handforth 9-9:45am, 2 to 4 year olds Trident Taekwon-Do Academy, Sale Rugby Club, Whitehall Road, Sale 4-4:45pm, Kubz Classes (ages 3 to 6) Tumbletots, Altrincham FC Community Sports Hall, Moss Lane, Hale, Altrincham 9:30-10:15am, Walking - 2 Years 10:30-11:15am, 2 - 3 Years 11:25am-12:10pm, 3 Years - School Age Turtle Tots, Marriott, Hale Barns 9:45am, Older toddlers, 2.5 to 4 years 10:15am, Toddler class, 18 months to 4 yrs 10:45am, Baby class, 11 to 20 months 11:15am, Toddler class, 18 months to 4 yrs 11:45am, Baby class, 3 to 16 months WEDNESDAY 4 Cheeky Monkeys Playgroup, 1A Dawlish Road, Sale 9:30-11:30am, (summer hours 10am12pm), Stay and Play Adventure Babies, The Scout Hut, Chorlton 9:30-10:15am, Active Adventurers (babies and toddlers on the move) 10:45-11:30am, Sitters and Crawlers 12-12:45pm, New Baby club Babyballet, Christ Church, Davyhulme 9:30-10:05am, Tinies, 18 months - 3 years 10:15-10:50am, Movers 3-4 years Bloom Baby Classes, St Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Bentinck Road, Altrincham 10am, Caterpillars (6 weeks to 6 months) 11am, Busy Bees (6 months plus) Bloom Toddler Classes, Kids Planet, Stanley Square, Sale 9:30am, Creative Learners (walking24mths) 10:40am, Social Superstars (2-4yrs) Let Loose Play Centre, Stanley Square, Sale Daily term-time activity sessions included in your entry fee. See website for details. Trident Taekwon-Do Academy, Sale Rugby Club, Whitehall Road, Sale 4-4:45pm, Kubz Classes (ages 3 to 6) Turtle Tots, Marriott, Hale Barns 9:45am, Toddler class, 18 months to 4 yrs 10:15am, Baby class, 3 to 16 months 10:45am, Older Toddlers, 2.5 to 4 years 11:15am, Baby class, 3 to 16 months 29 Cheeky M 4 o 4

30 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! UNDER 5s THURSDAY 4 Cheeky Monkeys Playgroup, 1A Dawlish Road, Sale 9:30-11:30am, (summer hours 10am-12pm), Stay and Play Babyballet, Hale Chapel Hall 9:30-10:05am, Tinies 18 months - 3 years 10:15-10:50am, Movers 3-4 years 11am-11:35am, Tinies 18 months - 3 years Let Loose Play Centre, Stanley Square, Sale Daily term-time activity sessions included in your entry fee. See website for details. Rhythm and Rhyme, Hiya Community Room, Stanley Square, Sale 10am, Birth to walking 11am, Walking & over (younger siblings welcome) 12noon, Birth to walking Rhythm and Rhyme, Nuffield Health, Didsbury 10am, Birth to walking 11am, Walking & over (younger siblings welcome) 12pm, Birth to walking Trident Taekwon-Do Academy, Sale Rugby Club, Whitehall Road, Sale 4-4:45pm, Kubz Classes (ages 3 to 6) Tumbletots, Altrincham FC Community Sports Hall, Moss Lane, Hale, Altrincham 9:30am-10:15am, Walking - 2 Years 10:30-11:15am, 2 - 3 Years 11:25am-12:10pm, 3 years - School Age 12:30-1:15pm, 6 months - Walking FRIDAY 4 Cheeky Monkeys Playgroup, 1A Dawlish Road, Sale 9:30-11:30am, (summer hours 10am-12pm), Stay and Play Babyballet, Altrincham Methodist Church 9:30am-10:05am, Tinies 18 months - 3 yrs 10:15am-10:50am, Movers 3-4 years 11am-11:35am Tinies 18 months - 3 years Bloom Toddler Classes, Adventure Forest Trafford Park 9:30am, Creative Learners (walking-24mths) 10:40am, Social Superstars (2-4yrs) Cadmans Dance Centre, Ashfield Rd, Sale 4pm - Teenies Commercial Dance (3.5-5 Yrs) Let Loose Play Centre, Stanley Square, Sale Daily term-time activity sessions included in your entry fee. See website for details. Noodle Performance Arts, Altrincham Football Club, Moss Lane 4-5pm, Performing Arts 3-5yrs 5:15-6pm, Street Dance 5-7yrs Rhythm and Rhyme, Nuffield Health, Didsbury 10am, Walking & over (younger siblings welcome) 11am, Birth to walking Rhythm and Rhyme, St Emmanuel Church, Didsbury 10am, Birth to walking 11am, Walking & over (younger siblings welcome) Rhythm and Rhyme, Chorlton 10.30am and 1pm, Birth to walking 9.30am, 11.30am and 2pm, Walking & over (younger siblings welcome) Trident Taekwon-Do Academy, Sale Rugby Club, Whitehall Road, Sale 4-4:45pm, Kubz Classes (ages 3 to 6) Tumbletots, Altrincham FC Community Sports Hall, Moss Lane, Hale, Altrincham 9:30-10:15am, 2 - 3 Years 10:30-11:15am, Walking - 2 Years 11:30am-12:15pm, 6 months - Walking 12:45-1:30pm, 3 years - School Age

31 Turtle Tots, Marriott, Hale Barns 10:30am, Toddlers class, 1.5 to 4 years 11am, Older toddlers, 2.5 to 4 years 11:30, Toddlers class, 1.5 to 4 years 12pm, Intro to toddlers, 15 to 30 months 12:30pm, Baby class, 3 to 16 months 1pm, Younger babies, 3 to 10 months 1:30pm, Older toddlers, 2.5 to 4 years SATURDAY Babyballet, Bowdon Cricket Club 9am-9:35am, Movers 3-4 years 9:45am-10:20am, Tinies 18 months - 3 years 10:30am-11:05am, Tinies 18 months - 3 years 11:15am-11:50am, Movers 3-4 years 12pm-12:35pm, Groovers 4.5- 6 years Cadmans Dance Centre, Ashfield Rd, Sale 9:30am, Baby Ballroom (3.5 - 7 Yrs) Kicks Dance, Forest Preparatory School, Timperley 8:45-9:15am, Kicks Tots (18 months - 3 yrs) 9:25-9:55am, Preschool (3 and 4 years) Stagecoach Altrincham, Bowdon Preparatory School, Altrincham (4-6 yrs) 8:45-10:15am 11am-12:30pm 12:45-2:15pm Tennis Tykes, The Grammar, Altrincham 9-9:45am 2 to 3 year olds 9:45-10:30am, 3.5 and 4 year olds Tennis Tykes, St Mary's Church, Handforth 8:45-9:30am, 2 to 4 year olds Tumbletots, All Saints Church Hall, Hale Road, Hale Barns, Altrincham 8:45-9:30am, Walking – 2 years 9:40-10:25am, 2 - 3 years 10:35-11:20am, 2 -3 years 11:30am-12:15pm, 3 years to school age 12:30-1:30pm, Gymbobs, 4-7 years SUNDAY Babyballet, 3rd Timperley Scout Hut 9:45am-10:20am, Tinies 18 mnths - 3 years 10:30am-11:05am, Movers 3-4 years 11:15am-11:45am, Tots 6-18 months Clare Tanner School of Dancing, Timperley Village Club, Stockport Road 9.30-10.15am, You and Your Little One Trident Taekwon-Do Academy, Sale Rugby Club, Whitehall Road, Sale 3-3:45pm, Kubz Classes (ages 3 to 6) SUMMER SPECIALS There will be plenty of classes running through the summer hols too. including; • 4 Cheeky Monkeys, (visit their Facebook page for days and times) • Baby Ballet, (visit their social media pages for details) • Bloom South Manchester, (visit their social media pages for details) • Kicks Dance, 29th July • Rhythm and Rhyme, various PAYGO sessions • Tumble Tots Trafford, various Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays Head to our website for the full list. Raring2go! UNDER 5s

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