BASED ON THE NOVEL BY C.S.LEWIS STEP INTO NARNIA THIS CHRISTMAS WED 3 DEC 2025 – SUN 11 JAN 2026 thelowry.com MAGAZINE & WEBSITE THE GO-TO GUIDE FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILD raring2go.co.uk WINTER 2025/2026 ALTRINCHAM & SALE MEDICINEMA APPEAL Pg 11 WHAT'S ON Pgs 1-14 TASTER SESSIONS Pgs 16-19
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What’s inside? Pages 4-14 What's On and Where To Go 15 Party Ideas 16-19 Clubs, Classes and Holiday Clubs/ Taster Sessions feature 21-23 Tutors and Education 24 Special Offers 25 Puzzle Page 26-31 Activities for the Under 5s 3 Raring2go! EDITOR'S WELCOME Countdown to the Festive Season The most magical time of year is here and we're excited to help you make it truly special! Your Winter magazine is bursting with everything your family needs for the festive season and beyond. From enchanting Christmas days out and party ideas to keep little ones entertained, we've gathered inspiration to make your celebrations memorable without the stress. Inside, you'll find our bumper What's On guide packed with seasonal shows, festive events and activities to fill those precious weeks leading up to Christmas. We've also included details of local clubs and classes to keep everyone active during the darker months, plus information about tutors and schools to support your children's learning journey. Whether you're planning Christmas adventures, looking for New Year activities or getting ahead for the spring term, this guide has you covered. And don't forget - we'll be updating the magazine in January with fresh ideas for February half term, so keep an eye out for updates online! Here's to cosy evenings, joyful celebrations and making wonderful winter memories. Jo Raring2go! Altrincham & Sale Editor GET IN TOUCH: e: altrincham@raring2go.co.uk t: 07766 991935 w: www.raring2go.co.uk/area/altrincham-and-sale
Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO 4 raring2go.co.uk What’s on this WINTER Here's our pick of local, family-friendly events happening this winter. Many will need booking in advance and information is subject to change, so please check before you set off! You’ll find even more events in the What's On section on our website. NOVEMBER Until 18th December A very Victorian Christmas, Elizabeth Gaskell's House, Manchester The former residence of the famous novelist Elizabeth Gaskell will be getting into the holiday spirit offering visitors the chance to explore the unique and fascinating festive traditions of an era that forever changed the face of Christmas, transforming it into the rich celebration we know today. The Grade-II listed building will be decked out in style, with candles and holly adorning the fireplaces and wooden toys lying beneath the twinkling tree. www.elizabethgaskellhouse.co.uk Until 23rd December Yuletide: A Glittering Garden Adventure, Tatton Park Where light trail meets winter festival! Escape the ordinary and journey into a world of winter folklore at Yuletide – expect music, performance, puppets, and breathtaking lights! This year brings a fresh and enchanting adventure for the whole family, where you’ll be captivated by interactive performances and meet delightful new characters along the Glittering Trail. https://yuletide.org.uk/ Until 3rd January Christmas at Dunham Massey This unmissable after-dark illuminated trail promises a breathtaking experience for all ages. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk Until 28th February Winter Family Trail with Speechly the Pineapple, Dunham Massey NT Embark on a magical winter journey with Speechly the Pineapple as he explores the estate while the house is closed! Follow the frosty trail through ancient woodland and sleeping garden, uncovering clues of the season with surprises along the way. Perfect for young explorers. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ 20th to 22nd November Prism Festival, Waterside Arts Prism Festival, powered by Waterside Arts, will transform the venue inside and out into a vibrant celebration of light and illumination with immersive experiences that use digital arts and ground-breaking performances for audiences of all ages. prismfestival.org 22nd November Neon Noel, Altrincham’s Christmas Lights Switch On Altrincham’s Christmas celebrations start on Saturday 22nd November with the ‘Neon Noel’ Christmas Lights Switch-On. The main stage will be on Regent Road with perfect vantage points all the way down George Street. ‘Neon Noel’ will light up the town centre with a celebration featuring live music, dancing, and neon family fun. Think glow sticks, neon face paint, and festive vibes as Altrincham kicks off the Christmas season. https://visitaltrincham.com/ 22nd November Ashton on Mersey Village Christmas Lights and Market 11am to 5pm, switch on at 5pm. 22nd November to 24th December Father Christmas at the Farm, Tatton Park Step into a magical festivities at Tatton Park's Farm and meet Father Christmas in his charming grotto! https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/christmas
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Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO 6 raring2go.co.uk 22nd November to 23rd December Enchanted, Knowsley Safari The popular festive event will be packed with an enchanting, shimmering trail, marshmallow toasting, rides and amusements, as well as festive food and drinks. Visitors can explore an Enchanted Woodland and a magical Winter Village, with crackling fire pits and life-size light-up animals including giraffes, penguins, zebras and polar bears. KnowsleySafariExperience.co.uk. 22nd November to 31st December Once upon a Christmas, Tatton Park Tatton Park invites visitors to step into an enchanting world of winter tales, with well-loved stories like The Snow Queen and The Nutcracker brought to life within the atmospheric state rooms and characterful servants’ quarters of the historic mansion. Visitors can also rediscover beloved festive favourites across the gardens, farm and stableyard - bringing together a truly immersive Christmas experience for all. Your favourite winter tales brought to life! https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/christmas 26th November to 30th December RHS Glow at RHS Garden Bridgewater – A Trail of Twinkling Surprises This winter, RHS Garden Bridgewater transforms into a magical wonderland as RHS Glow returns with a spectacular trail of light, sound, and festive joy. This year’s trail promises moments of wonder around every corner, with interactive experiences, poetic sculptures, and glowing surprises that will delight all ages. www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/bridgewater/ whats-on/bridgewater-glow 29th November Timperley Big Light Switch On, Timperley Christmas market stalls, funfair rides, entertainment, Children's crafts, Santa's Grotto and more. Noon Big light switch on at 6pm in the village centre. https://www.facebook.com/ timperleycivicsociety 29th November TableTop Sale, Stanley Square A pre-Christmas children’s tabletop toy sale. Held in Market Walk where we will have a total of 12 tables available for children to sell off toys they no longer want so that they can make room for the new ones Santa will be delivering. 12pm until 4pm. Tables can be pre-booked by emailing Tony@stanleysquare.com https://www.facebook.com/ stanleysquaresale 29th November Carols Around the Dovecote, Walkden Gardens 12:30-3:45pm. With local school choirs performing across the afternoon. Includes stalls, German beers, sausages and mulled wine. www.facebook.com/WalkdenGardens 29th November Sale Cruising Club's Illuminated Boats Parade, Sale The boats will leave The Bridge pub at 4:45pm and then cruise down the canal through Sale Waterside area. 29th November to 31st December The Hideaway Christmas Family Experience, Broadheath A magical, heart-warming Christmas adventure for the whole family! Designed for families to make joyful memories together, this atmospheric, walkthrough event features eight beautifully themed zones, each filled with creativity, laughter, and the true spirit of Christmas. Each zone has fun activities for children, and some for the whole family. This isn’t just about writing Santa letters or making reindeer food - each activity invites families to share kindness, give hope, and spread the true spirit of Christmas together. Meet friendly characters, enjoy hands-on activities, and discover heart-warming messages of kindness, generosity, and hope as you journey through our Christmas world. https://www.christmashideaway.com/
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Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO 8 raring2go.co.uk 29th November to 23rd December (selected dates) BeWILDerwood Presents Christmas The event features a Sparkly Light Trail, a mini pantomime, and a chance to meet your favourite BeWILDerwood characters. https://bewilderwood.co.uk/whats-on/ bewilderwood-presents-christmas 30th November The Santa Dash, Wythenshawe Park This fun, family event is a great way to get into the Christmas spirit! The dash is a 2.5km route starting and ending at Wythenshawe Park. https://wythenshawegames.org.uk/ 30th November MileShyClub's Sale Santa Dash, Sale Water Park As usual we will be holding two untimed Santa Dashes with the Family Dash at 9am and another one at 10.30am for all the big kids out there! www.mileshyclub.com/sale-santa-dash/ DECEMBER 3rd December to 11th January The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Lowry Step through the wardrobe into the magic kingdom of Narnia where a world of wonder awaits. Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they meet new friends, face dangerous foes and learn the lessons of courage, sacrifice, and the power of love. Watch the nation’s favourite novel The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe come to life on stage in this spectacular production which is guaranteed to delight all ages. https://thelowry.com/whats-on/ 4th to 7th December Lightwaves, Salford Quays This year Lightwaves Salford will feature illuminated artworks along a 2km fully accessible trail around MediaCity and Salford Quays. https://quaysculture.com/ 4th to 27th December Raymond Briggs’ Father Christmas, Waterside, Sale Step inside the bloomin’ brilliant world of Raymond Briggs’ Father Christmas this winter! Children of all ages will delight in Briggs’ grumpy but loveable Father Christmas as he gets ready for his busiest day of the year: Christmas Eve. Watch as he prepares his Christmas deliveries, feeds his reindeer and finally takes flight into the snowy night. https://watersidearts.org/ 5th December to 4th January Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Altrincham Garrick A rip-ROARing Panto FUR all the Family! Roll up! Roll up! The Circus is in town! Head down to the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse for the big top pantomime that's just right! https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/shows/ goldi 5th December to 4th January Aladdin, Stockport Plaza Take a magical carpet ride to the North West’s home of sensational Pantomime entertainment for our glittering production of Aladdin starring Brian Capron who makes a welcome return as the really evil Abanazar in our affordable family festive extravaganza alongside Karim Zeroual who will be appearing as Aladdin plus Full Supporting Cast including the much loved Scott Gallagher who returns as Wishee Washee https://stockportplaza.co.uk/whats-on/ aladdin/ 6th December Lantern Parade, Stanley Square Sale Sale town’s skies will be illuminated by an intriguing carnival of light this Christmas. Celebrating nightime nocturnals, this year’s lantern parade will be led by illuminated magical animals and more! With music and merriment join us for a magical night walk through the town. The Parade starts at 5pm at the Waterside Plaza and finishes in Stanley Square. https://ourkids.social/ events/lantern-parade-stanley-square-sale/
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Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO 10 raring2go.co.uk 6th, 12th, 13th, 14th Christmas at Adventure Forest Play, Trafford Park Adventure Forest has an event for everyone this Christmas! Including Tea with Santa (Saturday 13th December 4-6pm), Christmas Elves Workshop (Saturday 6th December 1:45-3:45pm, Breakfast with Santa- SEN session (Sunday 14th December 9:15-11:15am) and a Little Bears Christmas Party (Friday 12th December 9:15-11:15am) Advanced booking required. https://adventureforestplay.co.uk/our-forest/ events/ 6th December until the new year Friends of Stamford Park Advent Trail Self guided trail around the park https://www.facebook.com/fostamfordpark 7th December Our Kids Social Pyjamarama Xmas Party, Freight Island Manchester OKS are back at Freight's Winter Island for the biggest Family Christmas party and you don't even need to get the kids dressed! With djs, crafts, festive circus skills, Father Christmas and more! Tickets www.ourkids.social 7th December Manchester's magical Christmas Parade THE heartwarming event of the festive season is back for 2025 and set to delight children, families and anyone young at heart when it makes its way through the city's streets on Sunday 7 December. https://www.visitmanchester.com/ 9th December and 16th December Festive Cinema Screening, Altrincham Garrick: The Muppets Christmas Carol (1992) - 9th Get into the Christmas spirit with Disney’s delightful musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic tale. Home Alone 2, Altrincham Garrick - 16th Get ready for a holiday classic that’s bigger, funnier, and more mischievous than ever! Christmas comedy adventure. https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/ 9th to 23rd December Christmas Movies at US Four, Sale US Four will screen a selection of festive films in December. Three screens, free entry. Booking is essential! https://www.facebook.com/usfourbar 11th December to 4th January Shaun the Sheep's Circus Show, Aviva Studios, Manchester–Factory International Tickets from £10. Suitable for all ages Children 2 and under go free. A high-flying family adventure with un-BAAA-lievable acrobats comes to Aviva Studios this winter. Prepare for jaw-dropping acrobatics, laughout-loud moments and pure theatrical magic as two worlds collide in a most joyful way. https://factoryinternational.org/whats-on/ shaun-the-sheeps-circus-show/ 12th to 30th December The Snowy Day, Z-arts Join Peter as he crunches through the snowy streets of his New York neighbourhood in this intimate, icy adventure. Brought to life by Polka Theatre and Can’t Sit Still, the award-nominated company behind Oh No, George!, The Snowy Day is specially designed for 1–4-year-olds and their grown-ups. z-arts.org 13th December Altrincham's magical Lantern Parade and Nativity Journey A packed day of family entertainment - meet all the characters from the Nativity story, with back-to-back school and community choirs on the stage in Stamford Square throughout the day, plus lantern workshops at OYEZ Art at Altrincham Town Hall followed by the lantern parade itself and a performance of the Nativity story. https://visitaltrincham.com/christmas/
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Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO 12 raring2go.co.uk 13th December Visit Father Christmas, 4 Cheeky Monkeys, Sale 2pm–4pm. Tickets are £8 per child, which includes seeing Father Christmas in the grotto, a drink, a biscuit, and a craft activity. Please note that places must be prebooked directly at 4 Cheeky Monkeys. https://www.facebook.com/4cheekymonkeys 13th December Walton Park ‘Santa Train’ Walton Park Trains is hosting its Santa rides once again. Always popular, you can buy tickets from Walton Perk directly. https://www.facebook.com/waltonperk 13th December Carols in the Park, Ashton Park Come join us for seasonal festivities. The amazing Wellfield Choir will be entertaining us with Christmas favourites. With local churches helping to lead our festive celebrations. https://www.facebook.com/ ashtononmerseypark 16th December to 11th January The Moonwalkers, Tom Hanks, Aviva Studios, Manchester Step into The Moonwalkers – an awe-inspiring immersive experience for all ages. Tom Hanks narrates an epic experience that offers a new perspective on humankind’s past and future voyages to the moon. https://factoryinternational.org/ 16th December to 11th January David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away), Aviva Studios, Manchester Let David Hockney take you on a personal journey through sixty years of his art in one of the most popular exhibitions of the year. Get an insight into the legendary artist’s process as you journey through six different chapters of his work, seeing the room around you light up and change. https://factoryinternational.org/ 18th December Carols from King’s Court, Altrincham Join us for a festive singalong with The Music Place, with food and drink from the King’s Court businesses. https://visitaltrincham.com/christmas/ Friday 19th December Breakfast with Santa (9.30-11.30am)/ Christmas Party (4-6pm), Antz in Your Pantz Two events to choose from. Tickets include Food, Soft Play, Festive Scavenger Hunt, Christmas Craft and a visit from Santa with a gift (Christmas Party also includes a Disco). https://antzinyourpantz.co.uk/ 20th to 24th December Santa Cruise, Anderton Boat Lift Treat your family to a Santa Cruise at the Anderton Boat Lift & Visitor Centre this festive season. Enjoy your favourite Christmas songs and stories as you travel along the River Weaver with Santa and his helpers on a magical Santa Cruise. https://canalrivertrust.digitickets. co.uk/event-tickets/60432?branches. branchID=2916 21st December Stableyard Carolling, Tatton Park 3pm - 4pm. Meet with friends and family, pick up your song sheet and join the singalong to Christmas carols and songs with the King Edward Musical Society Band and choir in the twinkling Stableyard. https://www.tattonpark.org.uk/christmas 24th December Christmas Carol Singalong, Bridgewater Hall This joyous singalong is packed with festive favourites, timeless classics, and all the carols you love to sing. Bring the whole family and bask in the warmth, wonder, and magic of live music at Christmas. https://www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk/whatson/christmas-carol-singalong-241225/
13 Raring2go! WHAT'S ON AND WHERE TO GO 28th December Horrible Histories: Horrible Christmas, Bridgewater Hall Get ready for a hair-raising adventure through the ages that will have you laughing, learning, and loving Christmas more than ever before. https://www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk/series/ horrible-histories-horrible-christmas/ 31st December New Year's Eve Tots Party with Louby Lou, RHS Garden Bridgewater Why wait until Midnight on New Year's Eve when little ones (and some big ones) are asleep? At RHS Garden Bridgewater we're celebrating New Year’s Eve a little earlier. Join us for Louby Lou’s New Years Eve Tots Party, perfect for little ones and their grown ups. Dance the morning away with Louby Lou’s unforgettable entertainment and celebrate New Year’s Eve at 12 noon. https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/rhs-gardenbridgewater 31st December NYE at KARGO, Media City, Salford. Get ready to party like it’s 2026! We know what it’s like once you have little kids and NYE is a different kind of event. So we created our OKS version for you to all enjoy – wear the kids out, stay for a long lunch then enjoy the rest of your day! https://ourkids.social/events/nye-with-oksat-kargo-media-city-salford/ 31st December NYE at Stretford Hall, Manchester Our Kids Social will be taking over both floors for the afternoon, raising the roof for 2 hours with tons of family fun. https://ourkids.social/events/nye-with-oksat-yes/ JANUARY 9th to 11th and 14th to 18th January Sale Nomad's Pantomime, Cinderella, Waterside, Sale Join Sale Nomads for our traditional family pantomime, the ever popular, Cinderella! This classic fairytale will be brought to life with dynamic songs, dazzling dance numbers, laugh out loud comedy and lashings of magical fairydust. https://watersidearts.org/events/salenomads-cinderella/ 17th January Stoller Story Sounds, Helena the Horse, The Stoller Hall 1pm, 2pm, 3pm. Perfect for children aged 3-5 (and their grown ups!), Stoller Story Sounds musical journeys will transport you to a beautiful world of new and exciting sights and sounds. https://stollerhall.com/whats-on/stollerstory-sounds-8-2/ Even more events available on our website. Also, keep your eyes peeled for our updated Winter V2 magazine out at the end of January 2026
Raring2go! PARTY IDEAS What's On at a glance Overwhelmed with the choice? We've summarised it all here for you! See pages 4 to 13 for details Shows, films and pantomimes Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Altrincham Garrick - 5th Dec to 4th Jan Aladdin, Stockport Plaza - 5th Dec to 4th Jan The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Lowry - 3rd Dec to 11th Jan Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas, Waterside - 4th to 27th Dec Shaun the Sheep's Circus Show, Aviva Studios - 11th Dec to 4th Jan The Snowy Day, Z-arts - 12th to 30th Dec Festive Cinema Screenings, Altrincham Garrick - 9th Dec and 16th Dec (Home Alone 2) Christmas Movies, US Four - 9th to 23rd Dec Horrible Histories: Horrible Christmas, Bridgewater Hall - 28th Dec Cinderella, Sale Nomads, Waterside - 9th to 11th and 14th to 18th Jan Stoller Story Sounds, The Stoller Hall - 17th Jan Lanterns, Lights and all things bright Prism Festival, Waterside Arts - 20th to 22nd Nov Neon Noel, Altrincham Christmas Lights Switch On - 22nd Nov Enchanted, Knowsley Safari - 22nd Nov to 23rd Dec RHS Glow, RHS Garden Bridgewater - 26th Nov to 30th Dec Christmas at Dunham Massey - 14th Nov to 3rd Jan Lantern Parade, Stanley Square - 6th Dec Timperley Big Light Switch On - 29th Nov Ashton on Mersey Village Christmas Market and Light Switch On - 22nd Nov Sale Cruising Club's Illuminated Boats Parade - 29th Nov Altrincham's Lantern Parade and Nativity Journey - 13th Dec Family Fun Yuletide: A Glittering Garden Adventure, Tatton Park - 15th Nov to 23rd Dec Winter Family Trail, Dunham Massey NT - Until 28th Feb A very Victorian Christmas, Elizabeth Gaskell's House - 16th Nov to 18th Dec Father Christmas at the Farm, Tatton Park - 22nd Nov to 24th Dec Once upon a Christmas, Tatton Park - 22nd Nov to 31st Dec The Hideaway Christmas Family Experience - 29th Nov to 31st Dec Christmas TableTop Sale, Stanley Square - 29th Nov BeWILDerwood Presents Christmas - 29th Nov to 23rd Dec (selected dates) Santa Dash, Wythenshawe Park - 30th Nov Santa Dash, Sale Water Park - 30th Nov Christmas at Adventure Forest Play - 6th, 12th, 13th, 14th Dec Manchester's Christmas Parade - 7th Dec Walton Park 'Santa Train' - 13th Dec Visit Father Christmas, 4 Cheeky Monkeys - 13th Dec Carol Concerts Carols Around the Dovecote, Walkden Gardens - 29th Nov Stableyard Carolling, Tatton Park - 21st Dec Carols in the Park, Ashton Park - 13th Dec Carols from King's Court, Altrincham - 18th Dec Christmas Carol Singalong, Bridgewater Hall - 24th Dec Party Time Pyjamarama Xmas Party, Freight Island, Manchester - 7th Dec Christmas Party, Antz in Your Pantz -19th Dec , Antz in Your Pantz -19th Dec NYE at KARGO, Media City, Salford - 31st Dec NYE at Stretford Hall, Manchester - 31st Dec New Year's Eve Tots Party with Louby Lou, RHS Garden Bridgewater - 31st Dec Other The Moonwalkers (Tom Hanks), Aviva Studios - 16th Dec to 11th Jan David Hockney: Bigger & Closer, Aviva Studios - 16th Dec to 11th Jan 14 raring2go.co.uk
15 Raring2go! PARTY IDEAS Unit 33-34 Market Walk, Stanley Square, Sale, M33 7ZZ Come and visit our new premises in Stanley Square! 10 WINTER JOKES FOR KIDS. 1. What do snowmen eat for breakfast? Frosted akes! 2. Why did the boy keep his trumpet out in the snow? Because he wanted to play cool jazz! all an old s 3. What do you call an old snowman? Water! cold in w 4. Why donʻt mountains get cold in winter? They wear snowcaps! an get aro 5. How does a snowman get around? By riding an icicle! ndeer with bad manners? 6. What do you call a reindeer with bad manners? Rude-olph! o therapy 7. Why did the snowman go to therapy? Because he had a meltdown! 8. Whatʻs a snowmanʻs favourite snack? Ice Krispies treats! dog on a s 9. What do you call a dog on a snowy day? A chili-dog! winter but never gets hurt 10. What falls in the winter but never gets hurt? Snow! 10 Jokes for kids Winter 2025 A5 PA01.indd 1 03/11/2025 12:06
Raring2go! CLUBS AND CLASSES 16 raring2go.co.uk Taster Sessions try something new! Try before you buy with these free, trial or reduced rate taster sessions. Contact the individual classes to find out more. Rhythm and Rhyme Class Type: Award winning multi-sensory music classes Age range: babies, toddlers and pre school age. What to expect: Each week is a themed musical sensory adventure. Singing, Makaton signing, instruments, drumming, dancing, parachute fun, bubbles and sensory props. Taster offer: A 3 week trial for £18 to new families Contact: www.rhythmandrhyme.co.uk, laura.harding@rhythmandrhyme.co.uk, 07795484494 Turtle Tots Class type: Swimming Age range: babies to four years What to expect: Swimming lessons packed with songs and games to ensure that you and your little one enjoy your time in the pool together and develop a life-long love of the water Taster offer: Free trial class Contact jen.perry@turtletots.com RoboThink Manchester Altrincham Class type: Coding, Engineering and Robotics Age range: 5 to 14 years What to expect: Our dynamic and themed STEM programmes are designed to foster a love for learning. Taster offer: Free 60 minute STEM skills assessment Contact: www.robothink.co.uk Scene 2 Screen Class type: Screen Acting Lessons Age range: 6-8 8-12 12-16 What to expect: Learn how to act for camera with professional actor Andrew Ellis. Taster offer: Free taster session. Contact: scene2screenMCR@gmail.com Tots and Tales Class type: Toddler class designed to spark a lifelong love of language, stories and learning Age range: 2 to 5 years What to expect: Each session will vary depending on the book we’re focusing on that week. However, there will always be a fun and engaging story time, followed by a range of activities linked to the book. Taster offer: One taster session per child Contact: info@totsandtales.uk Moge Moge Art Education Class type: Art Age range: 5–16 years old What to expect: Expertled small classes (maximum 8 students) and Progressive curriculum across multiple mediums. Inspiring studio environment at Goose Green Art Gallery. Taster offer: One free trial lesson. New Craft Workshops now available too The first trial session is £9.90 for 60 minutes Contact: Email: wowsofialu@gmail.com WhatsApp: 07922184178 Tumbletots Trafford Class Type: Fully supervised physical activity classes Age range: 6 mths to 7 years. Taster offer: Why not book a trial session before committing to the term? Contact: www.tumbletots.com/ trafford/book
more on pages 18 and 19! Raring2go! CLUBS AND CLASSES 17 Kicks Dance Class name, type and age range: Tots (18 months to 3 years), Preschool (3 and 4 years) or Kicks Mix (school years 1-6) What to expect: Come along to experience the joy that is one of our Saturday Kicks Dance classes! With a focus on fun and building confidence, music that children love and a range of themes to inspire, it's the perfect way to start the weekend with a smile! Taster offer: 2 classes at a discounted price Contact details: cara@kicksdance.co.uk Rascals Timperley Class type: Performing Arts - Street dance, Acting, Pop singing Age range: Ages 4-12 Taster offer: 1 session FREE TRIAL! What to expect: Fun after school Performing Arts classes in street dance, pop singing and drama Contact details: hannah@rascals-uk.com
18 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! CLUBS AND CLASSES Continued from page 17 Code Ninjas Trafford Class type: Coding/AI Classes Age range: 5-14 What to expect: Learn coding through games. Learn to think, Build and Dream with AI. Taster offer: First Month Free. Contact: 07768358298. Tour booking url: https://www.codeninjas.co.uk/traffordgtm-uk/schedule-tour Starlight Dance School Class type: Street Jazz, Tap, Acro & Acro Lyrical Dance Classes Age range: 2.5 - 20 What to expect: A warm welcome awaits your dancer at Starlight Dance School, where we believe every dancer should get their moment to shine in the spotlight. Taster offer: First class is free so your child can get a proper feel for the school. Classes in Timperley and Bowdon. Contact: www.starlight-dance-school.co.uk or email: beckystarlightdance@gmail.com June Rendell Altrincham Dance Academy Class type: Dance Age range: 2 - 13 What to expect: Fun and friendly dance classes in Ballet, Tap, Modern and Street Dance for all ages and abilities. Learn new skills, make friends and work towards recognised dance exams and upcoming shows. Join the fun today! Taster offer: 50% off ALL trials at our junior school using code VJL597 (subject to availability) Contact: dancing@junerendell.co.uk Alisha Cowman Academy of Irish Dance Class type: Irish Dance Age range: 5+ What to expect: In our fun and supportive classes, dancers learn the foundations of Irish dance — building strong technique, rhythm, and confidence. Taster offer: Free Trail Class Contact: the_ac_academy@yahoo.co.uk / 07745838365 Urban Stage Class type: Performing Arts Age range: 5 to 16 years Taster offer: £15 taster one off fee (Fees are deducted from overall term fees if the child decides to join) Contact: rachael@urbanstage.co.uk Trafford Music Service Class type: Infant Music Lessons Age range: Infant Voices – Reception, Year 1, Year 2. Instrument Group Lessons – Year 1 and 2 What to expect: A supportive, fun and engaging musical experience Taster offer: Free trial Contact: www.traffordmusicservice.co.uk Lancashire Cricket Foundation Class type: Cricket Age range: Walking Cricket is aimed at Men & Women over 50 who want to keep active, improve physical & Mental health, meet new friends and have fun. Its an adaption of the traditional game to suit those with less mobility & caters for all abilities. What to expect: It's an adaption of the traditional game to suit those with less mobility & caters for all abilities. Held in Wythenshawe, Eccles and Old Trafford Taster offer: free sessions across Trafford & Manchester. Contact: Kay on 07917750924 or kfloyd@ lancashirecricket.co.uk
Raring2go! CLUBS AND CLASSES 19 CodeNinjasTrafford CODE NINJAS TRAFFORD | Tel: 07768358298 389A Washway Road, Sale, M334FJ CODE NINJAS CREATE CODE NINJAS ACADEMIES Fun year-round coding program. Kids aged 8-14 advance their coding and STEM skills at their own pace. Develop future-ready tech skills for kids aged 10-16 through creative, hands-on challenges. SCAN QR FOR A FREE TOUR CODE NINJAS JR Early coding program where young Ninjas aged 5-7 explore technology through hands-on projects, STEM games, and storytelling. BUILDING THE FUTURE, ONE CODER AT A TIME
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Raring2go! TUTORS AND EDUCATION 21 For children aged 3+ our school offers: Apply for a nursery or primary school place at Elmridge! A warm and welcoming school community Nurturing happy, confident children Proven high standard of attainment Exciting extra-curricular opportunities Expansive grounds and dynamic learning spaces A caring and dedicated staff team We would love to show you around our school. Get in touch to organise a personal tour: admin@eps.bright-futures.co.uk or call us 0161 980 4941 Wilton Drive, Hale Barns, WA15 0JF Places are filling up quickly! Wraparound provision available from 7.30am - 6:00pm
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Raring2go! BEAT THE WINTER BLUES 23 Beat the Winter Blues: Simple Ways to Lift Your Family's Spirits When days grow shorter and skies turn grey, it's natural for children (and us adults!) to feel a bit flat. The good news? Small, intentional moments can make a real difference to everyone's wellbeing - and learning. Create a cosy corner Transform a space with fairy lights, cushions and blankets. Let children choose books or draw pictures whilst you read together. This dedicated wind-down time signals safety and comfort, helping regulate emotions during darker months when concentration at school can feel harder. Take learning outdoors Turn homework into an adventure. Learn times tables whilst jumping on frozen puddles, or collect natural treasures for counting and sorting. When children move whilst learning, information sticks better - and winter doldrums lift. Dance away the doldrums Put on favourite songs after school and have a kitchen disco. Movement releases endorphins and shifts stagnant energy - even five minutes of silly dancing can transform a grumpy afternoon into a productive homework session. Notice the light Point out sunrises, frosty sparkles on grass, or how cosy lamps make rooms feel. Teaching children to spot moments of beauty builds the positive mindset that helps them tackle challenges in the classroom and beyond. Winter needn't mean hibernation. These small, consistent practices help children feel seen, connected and ready to learn - even when the weather refuses to cooperate. Top Tip Get outside for a welly walk, kick through leaves and notice the colours around you. Fresh air, laughter and connection help children reset and lift everyone’s mood. Back home, snuggle up with a hot chocolate and chat about your favourite moments. Small joys build big resilience. Gill Deesi, Yalla Thrive – Coaching young minds to thrive @YallaThrive
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Raring2go! UNDER 5s 27 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, 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 Rhythm and Rhyme, Nuffield Health, Didsbury 10am, Birth to walking 11am, 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, 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, 2.5 to 3.5 years 11am, Baby class, 3 to 12 months 11:30am, 2 to 3 years 12, 3 to 8 months 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 Cadman's Dance Centre: 0161 973 6225, www.cadmansdancecentre.com June Rendell Altrincham Dance Academy: Miss Adams, dancing@ junerendell.co.uk www.junerendell.co.uk Kicks Dance South Manchester: Cara, 07921 122939, cara@kicksdance.co.uk, www.kicksdance.co.uk/south-manchester Little Stars: Rachel Downey, Children and families leader, childrenandfamiles@ altrinchambaptist.org Rhythm and Rhyme: Laura, 07795 484494, www.rhythmandrhyme.co.uk laura.harding@rhythmandrhyme.co.uk Starlight Dance School: Becky, www.starlight-dance-school.co.uk, beckystarlightdance@gmail.com Tots and Tales: info@totsandtales.uk, Instagram: totsandtales.uk, Facebook: Tots and Tales 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/ trafford-haydock 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, 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) June Rendell Altrincham Dance Academy, Ellesmere Road, Altrincham 4-5pm, Pre-Primary Ballet and Tap for children aged 4+ (in reception or year 1) Little Stars, The Hub Community Centre, Pownall Rd, Altrincham (term time only) 10:30-12, A parent and child group for children age 0 to 5 with additional needs. Siblings without additional needs also very welcome. Rhythm and Rhyme, Adventure Forest Play Centre, Trafford Park (option to stay and play for £2 before or after the class) 10am, Walking & over (younger siblings welcome) 11am, 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 9:30-10:15am, 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, 3 to 4 years 10:15am, 15 to 26 months 10:45am, 2.5 to 3.5 years 11:15am, 6 to 12 months WEDNESDAY 4 Cheeky Monkeys Playgroup, 1A Dawlish Road, Sale 9:30-11:30am, 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) Rhythm and Rhyme, Antz in your Pantz, Timperley (option to stay and play for free before or after the class) 10am, Walking & over (younger siblings welcome) 11am, Birth to walking Trident Taekwon-Do Academy, Sale Rugby Club, Whitehall Road, Sale 4-4:45pm, Kubz Classes (ages 3 to 6) Turtle Tots, Marriott, Hale Barns 10:15am, 15 to 26 months 10:45am, 9 to 15 months 11:15am, 3 to 4 years 11:45am, 3 to 12 months Cheeky M 4 o 4
Raring2go! UNDER 5s 29 THURSDAY 4 Cheeky Monkeys Playgroup, 1A Dawlish Road, Sale 9:30-11:30am, 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 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, Stay and Play Babyballet, Church on the Brow, Altrincham 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 Cadmans Dance Centre, Ashfield Rd, Sale 4pm - Teenies Commercial Dance (3.5-5 Yrs) June Rendell Altrincham Dance Academy, Ellesmere Road, Altrincham 16:00- 16:45, Grade 1 Street Dance, ages 5+ Rhythm and Rhyme, St Emmanuel Church, Didsbury 10am, Birth to walking 11am, Walking & over (younger siblings welcome) Rhythm and Rhyme, Chorlton 9.30am and 2pm, Walking & over (younger siblings welcome) 10.30am and 1pm, Birth to walking Starlight Dance School, The Larkhill Centre, Timperley 4.15-5pm, Little Stars - Street Jazz & Acro, 2.5 - 5 years old Tots and Tales, St Luke’s Bowdon, Vicarage Ln, Bowdon, Altrincham WA14 3BN 9:30-10:15am, Age 2-3 10:45-11:30am, Age 3-5 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 Turtle Tots, Marriott, Hale Barns 10:30am, 2 to 3 years 11am, 3 to 4 years 11:30, 2.5 to 3.5 years 12pm, 15 to 26 months 12:30pm, 3 to 12 months 1pm, 9 to 15 months 1:30pm, 3 to 4 years
Raring2go! UNDER 5s 30 raring2go.co.uk 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) June Rendell Altrincham Dance Academy, Ellesmere Road, Altrincham 10:15- 11.15, Preschool Ballet and Tap for children aged 30 months - 4 years (nursery age) 10:45- 11:45, Pre-Primary Ballet and Tap for children aged 4+ (in reception or year 1) 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 Trident Taekwon-Do Academy, Sale Rugby Club, Whitehall Road, Sale 3-3:45pm, Kubz Classes (ages 3 to 6) VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS OF SPECIAL FESTIVE CLASSES FOR THE UNDER 5s (We've listed some here too!) Join Tots and Tales on Thursday 12th December for a magical Christmas Special full of festive fun and sparkle! Expect post box deliveries, snow globe making, wreath throwing, Christmas tree decorating and plenty more seasonal surprises. There’ll be stories, songs and joyful activities that bring the magic of Christmas to life for your little ones. Come along for a session packed with laughter, creativity and Christmas cheer-because learning through play has never been so merry! https://totsandtales.uk/ Kicks Dance Christmas Workshops take place on 20th December at Manor Farm, Timperley • 9:15-10am Tots Party (18 months to 3 years to attend with up to 2 adults) • 10:15-11:45pm Preschool Party (3 and 4 years to attend independently) • 12:15pm-3:15pm Christmas workshop (school years 1-6 to attend independently) https://kicksdance.co.uk/south-manchester
Flexible Booking Options Available - choose what works best for you and your little one: ✨ Book a trial session to see what its all about ✨ Pay As You Go for flexibility ✨ Block booking discounts available when you book multiple sessions Book now by visiting our website or find us on Instagram and Facebook! Your little one will be learning without even realising - developing language, creativity, confidence and curiosity through play and storytelling! Tots and Tales - where little imaginations grow and stories come to life! Every session includes: A lively, engaging story time Themed activity stations linked to the EYFS framework Enjoy a variety of activities each week: role play, small-world, mark making, creative arts, Lots of messy play let them have fun and get messy without worrying about the clean-up! Tots and Tales is a fun, story-based session designed especially for young children aged 2-5. Each few weeks we explore an exciting new book through exciting activities that bring the story to life. sensory play, construction and physical movement Email: info@totsandtales.uk Instagram: totsandtales.uk Facebook: Tots and Tales
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