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3 Raring2go! WELCOME 01432 358070 wyesidenursery@gmail.com www.wyesidedaynursery.co.uk Wyeside Day Nursery & Out of School Care Ltd 26 Eign Road, Hereford, HR1 2RY “Where children enjoy their learning adventure” Calling all toddlers and their grown-ups! Join us each Monday morning to play and pray in Hereford Cathedral. Listen to a Bible story, take part in a craft activity and have fun in our weekly drop-in. Come along to meet other families, make new friends and discover the cathedral. The group is free to attend and everyone is welcome! Mondays in term time | 9.30am - 10.30am H E R E F O R D C AT H E D R A L TODDLER GROUP herefordcathedral.org Hello Spring! March may have thrown a curve ball with the snow, but spring is on it’s way, and hopefully brings some warmer days to get out and have some fun! This spring edition is brimmming with things to do over Easter, the May Bank Holidays, Whitsun and June. We add details of more events to the website every day, so don’t forget to check that out too. Once again a huge THANK YOU to all our advertisers - if you visit any of them please do send me a review, I would love to hear your experiences, especially those sent in from your children - our budding Roving Reporters! Children’s reviews may even be published in the next magazine, winning your child a Roving Reporters prize. While on the subject of prizes, we have a family ticket up for grabs for Lakefest (see page 21), a pair of tickets to Ackers thrill seekers day (see page 17) and lots of other awesome prizes you can win on the competitions pages (pages 30 - 31). Visit our website and localise to Hereford and Worcester for even more competitions - we add more all the time, they are always free to enter, and we never pass your details on to a third party. I really hope you enjoy the magazine. Wishing you all a super spring! Pauline x Pauline Clark, Editor Advertise your business with Raring2go! Hereford & Worcester Call 01981 550939 Mobile 07810 349590 or email Pauline herefordandworcester@raring2go.co.uk
4 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! PRE SCHOOL Currently offering 2, 3 and 4 year olds *For all children who attend Stay & Play at Burley Gate Nursery Contact us On 01432 820367 For more information admin@burleygate.hereford.sch.uk www.burleygate.hereford.sch.uk What's on this spring? ......................................................................... We add more events to our online what's on guide all the time, just scan the code below with your phone. Listings correct at time of going to press. Please check details and booking information with the venues before setting out. ..................................................... 31 March - 16 April Fun Free Trail in Hereford - The Easter Egg Hunt Download the Loyalfree app and set off to find all the Easter Eggs around Hereford City Centre. There’s a chocolate treat for all who complete it! ..................................................... 1 - 15 April Easter Holiday Fun - Newbridge Farm Park Join in with the Easter Treasure Hunt, play in the park and barn, enjoy a tractor ride, and more! www.newbridgefarmpark.com ..................................................... 1-16 April Black and White House Museum, Hereford - Easter activities We’ve got some great hands-on Easter activities for all the family, including a special children’s trail. Open Good Friday and Easter Monday. Regular opening times: Tuesday to Saturday 10am - 4pm Sunday 12pm - 3pm ..................................................... 1 - 16 April West Midland Safari Park - Easter Bramble is back! The resident Easter Bunny will be at the Safari Park again to greet guests and help celebrate their 50th Anniversary this year. www.wmsp.co.uk ..................................................... 1 - 30 April Drayton Manor Resort - 15 years of Thomas Land A month packed full of birthday celebrations with Thomas & Friends as we commemorate the 15th
5 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON anniversary of Europe's only Thomas Land! Birthday party balcony shows, Thomas & Friends character Easter hunt, street entertainment, party games throughout the day and Thomas all dressed up for a party. All set in a decorated Thomas Land. www.draytonmanor.co.uk ..................................................... April - October Enchanted Fairy Door Trail, and Summer Bug Trail - Spetchley Park Gardens Fairy Doors: Imagine finding a magical map, which allows us to see into an enchanted world of Fairies that live side by side with us. Bug Trail: Follow the trail to find insects and bugs hidden around the Gardens. www.spetchleyparkestate.co.uk ..................................................... 4 April Little Play World - Easter Special at Bartestree Village Hall Little worlds of fun, where children can play at being anything from Rockstars to vets, and everything in between! Play sessions are aimed at children 0 – 7 years. This Easter special event includes a sweet treat for the children too! www.littleplayworld.co.uk ..................................................... 5 April Vinland - The Courtyard A Viking storytelling adventure for ages 8 and up. Vinland retells the incredible true(ish) tale of the Vikings last journey to North America. Using lyrical storytelling, animation and live music, the show brings the audience into a world where myth and history collide. www.courtyard.org.uk ..................................................... 6 April CountryTastic - Three Counties Showground This is THE show for kids of all ages (and their grown-ups). Discover the Countryside at CountryTastic. Get involved with plenty of outdoor and indoor activities, meet the animals, and Ask The Farmer. www.threecounties.co.uk ...................................................... 7 - 10 April Eastnor Castle - Coronation Chicken Easter Treasure Hunt Join in our legendary Easter Treasure Hunt around the castle and grounds - there’s chocolate for everyone! www.eastnorcastle.com What’s on continues on page 6
6 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON What's on this spring? continued Listings correct at time of going to press. Please check details and booking information with the venues before setting out. ...................................................... 7 - 10 April Alice Through The Looking Glass - Spetchley Park Gardens Join Alice as she climbs through the looking glass into a world of magic and mystery. Follow the exciting live performances and interactive trail,take part in some wonderful Wonderland activities and help Alice to become Queen of Looking Glass land! www.spetchleyparkestate.co.uk ..................................................... 8 April Easter in Hereford Join Hereford City Life for a fun Easter celebration in High Town from 11.30am – 3pm. They’ll be bringing great live music from popular local artists & free easter craft activities for children. Hereford City Life will also be joined by the team from Hotel Chocolat Hereford who will be handing out samples of their delicious easter treats. For more family-fun, visitors can also take part in the Easter Egg Hunt Trail on LoyalFree – explore the city and collect an easter egg when you’ve completed the trail. .................................................... 8 April Maylord Orchards - Easter Eggstravaganza Free fun event for all the family, with Live Music, Free Face Painting, Free Balloon Modelling, Craft Fair, and loads of Easter-themed fun. www.maylordorchards.co.uk ...................................................... 8 April Sandcastle Sally's Special Spade - Swan Theatre Why does Snatcher Sly want to steal Sally’s special spade? Help her and her friends solve the clues to help her find it. www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ...................................................... 8 April Easter Family Rave - The Courtyard Egg-citing news, our popular Family Rave is back! What better way to spend your Easter than bunny hopping along to all your favourite tunes, so bring your crew and join us for another egg-cellent party full of bubbles and balloons! Dressing up is encouraged from everyone! Suitable for all ages, ear defenders for tiny people are recommended. www.courtyard.org.uk ...................................................... 9 April Waterworks Museum - Steam Open Day See the engines in full steam, enjoy some hands-on fun in the Heritage Water Park, follow the Freddy the Frog trail, explore the WW2 exhibition, and more. Free admission for under 16’s. www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk ..................................................... 12 April Hereford Museum Resource & Learning Centre - Viking Fun Activities Come and see the Herefordshire Hoard and join in with some Viking-themed fun at the Museum Resource and Learning Centre. 10am – 3pm. www.herefordshirehoard.co.uk ..................................................... 12 - 15 April The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe - The Courtyard The Courtyard Junior Youth Theatre present a brand-new production of CS Lewis’ timeless tale this Easter. Join Lucy and her siblings as they help Aslan, Mr Tumnus and even Father Christmas in a quest to defeat the Evil White Witch. www.courtyard.org.uk ...................................................... 13 & 14 April Escape Room - Hereford Cathedral An immersive clue-cracking and decoding hourlong game for groups of up to 6. Be transported back to 1890, where you have been accused of embezzling money. Can you crack the clues to prove who really did it, to ensure you are set free? www.herefordcathedral.org ...................................................... 15 April & 11 June Ackers Adventure - Thrillseeker Days Skiing, archery, climbing, canoeing, kayaking, zip wire and tower drop. Also free tobogganing for under 12’s with a paying adult. These days run similarly to a theme park – you queue up for the activities that you would like to try, whether you do some multiple times or try them all. www.ackers-adventure.co.uk
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 7 Easter Holidays 1st April - 15th April* • Easter Treasure Hunt • Lots of play in our park and barns! • Tractor Ride Check website for details & prebooking. *Closed Sundays, incl. Easter Sunday www.NewbridgeFarmPark.com Nr Ledbury, HR8 2QG 22 April Little Bo Peep - The Courtyard Watch your favourite nursery rhymes come to life before your eyes! Featuring magnificent puppets, fantastic scenery and of course lots of music and singing. Ages 2-7. www.courtyard.org.uk ...................................................... 26 April Escape Room - Hereford Cathedral An immersive clue-cracking and decoding hourlong game for groups of up to 6, hosted in the Old Chapel in the Cloisters at Hereford Cathedral. Be transported back to 1890, where you have been accused of embezzling money. Can you crack the clues to prove who really did it, to ensure you are set free? www.herefordcathedral.org ...................................................... 29 April - 8 May Free Trail in Hereford: The Royal Adventure Trail. Download the Loyalfree app and set off to find royal themed items around Hereford City Centre. ...................................................... 30 April Waterworks Museum - Steam Open Day See the engines in full steam, enjoy some hands-on fun in the Heritage Water Park, follow the Freddy the Frog trail, explore the WW2 exhibition, and more. Free admission for under 16’s. www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk ...................................................... 30 April & 1 May Eastnor Castle - Chilli Fest Live music, bars, hot food, Chilli Eating Competition and more! All things chilli to try and buy! www.eastnorcastle.com ...................................................... 1 May All Stars Family Fun Day - All Star Activity Centre Hereford Try out some new outdoor activities – adults can try them too on our Family Fun Days. From quads to laser tag, Zorbs and archery, there is so much to join in with. Our Dinosaur Adventure is suitable for anyone from age 2 to 105. This really is a day out for all the family, and adults are FREE! www.allstarcamps.co.uk What’s on continues on page 8
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 8 raring2go.co.uk HEREFORD City Life Spring Trails: The Easter Egg Hunt | 31 March - 16 April A Royal Adventure Trail | 29 April - 8 May LoyalFree DOWNLOAD Raring2Go_HalfPage.indd 1 01/03/2023 16:15:45 What's on this spring? continued Listings correct at time of going to press. Please check details and booking information with the venues before setting out. ..................................................... 6 May Sing-Along-A Encanto - The Courtyard Cheer on Mirabel as she tries to save the magic surrounding the Encanto. Sing your heart out with our live host, learn some dance moves & use your free props bag. This is a screening of the movie not a live stage show. www.courtyard.org.uk ..................................................... 8 May Big Bank Holiday Family Raceday - Worcester Racecourse Come and join us after the King’s Coronation for the ultimate Bank Holiday Party! There will be a huge range of activities from inflatables, face painting, a treasure hunt for the children and the Elvis tribute act. This Raceday has something for everyone and is the perfect way to get together with friends and family for a memorable day of celebration. www.worcester-racecourse.co.uk ..................................................... 11 - 14 May RHS Malvern Spring Festival – Three Counties Showground There are plenty of activities to keep the whole family entertained, with lots of highlights for children including workshops, games, and circus entertainment. www.Rhsmalvern.co.uk .................................................... 13 May Little Play World - Bodenham Village Hall Little worlds of fun, where children can play at being anything from Rockstars to vets, and everything in between! Play sessions are aimed at children 0 – 7 years. www.littleplayworld.co.uk ..................................................... 13 May Escape Room - Hereford Cathedral An immersive clue-cracking and decoding hourlong game for groups of up to 6. Be transported
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 9 back to 1890, where you have been accused of embezzling money. Can you crack the clues to prove who really did it, to ensure you are set free? www.herefordcathedral.org ..................................................... 14 May Waterworks Museum - Steam Open Day See the engines in full steam, enjoy some hands-on fun in the Heritage Water Park, follow the Freddy the Frog trail, explore the WW2 exhibition, and more. Free admission for under 16’s. www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk ...................................................... 19 May All Stars Family Fun Day - All Star Activity Centre Hereford Try out some new outdoor activities – adults can try them too on our Family Fun Days. From quads to laser tag, Zorbs and archery, there is so much to join in with. Our Dinosaur Adventure is suitable for anyone from age 2 to 105. This really is a day out for all the family! www.allstarcamps.co.uk ...................................................... 20 May The Nosy Little Troll - The Courtyard Deep in the heart of the Norwegian Forest live the trolls – big trolls, tiny trolls and a Nosy Little Troll who has an amazingly sensitive nose. Garlic Theatre hold their young audience spellbound with wonderfully crafted troll puppets, live music and lots of joining in. www.courtyard.org.uk ...................................................... 24 May Escape Room - Hereford Cathedral An immersive clue-cracking and decoding hourlong game for groups of up to 6. Be transported back to 1890, where you have been accused of embezzling money. Can you crack the clues to prove who really did it, to ensure you are set free? www.herefordcathedral.org ...................................................... 27 May - 4 June Drayton Manor Resort - Fiestaval Join a vibrant, colourful, fun-packed celebration across the resort! Street entertainment throughout the day, dancers & live music, themed food & drink, Rory’s Fiesta Finale Show and family activities. www.draytonmanor.co.uk What’s on continues on page 10
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 10 raring2go.co.uk EastnorCastle Eastnor_Castle @Eastnorcastle eastnorcastle.com Visit Eastnor Our legendary Easter Treasure Hunt around the castle & grounds. Chocolate for everyone! Eastnor Castle, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1RL A Chilli Celebration! All things chilli to try and buy... Live music, bars, hot food, Chilli Eating Competition and more! A nostalgic family fun day! Line up of steam engines, vintage cars, giant garden games & vintage rides! Limited online tickets only! Book here What's on this spring? continued Listings correct at time of going to press. Please check details and booking information with the venues before setting out. ...................................................... 28 May Waterworks Museum - Steam Open Day See the engines in full steam, enjoy some hands-on fun in the Heritage Water Park, follow the Freddy the Frog trail, explore the WW2 exhibition, and more. Free admission for under 16’s. www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk ...................................................... 28 & 29 May Eastnor Castle - Eastnor Steam & Vintage A nostalgic family fun day with steam engines, vintage cars, giant garden games & vintage rides. www.eastnorcastle.com 29 May All Stars Family Fun Day - All Star Activity Centre Hereford Try out some new outdoor activities – adults can try them too on our Family Fun Days. From quads to laser tag, Zorbs and archery, there is so much to join in with. Our Dinosaur Adventure is suitable for anyone from age 2 to 105. This really is a day out for all the family and adults are FREE! www.allstarcamps.co.uk ...................................................... 30 May Fireman Sam Live - The Courtyard Norman Price decides to find adventure in Pontypandy and become the star of a visiting circus. Join Sam, Penny, Elvis, Station Officer Steele and Norman in an all singing, dancing, action-packed show. www.courtyard.org.uk ...................................................... 31 May Ministry of Science - Swan Theatre Join our presenters as they dive deep into the scientists, engineers and inventors who have shaped the modern world that we live in whilst proving that every one of you can change it for the
11 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON better! Expect LIQUID NITROGEN clouds, exploding OXYGEN & HYDROGEN balloons, FIRE TORNADOS and even a self-built Hovercraft! www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ...................................................... 31 May - 2 June Whitsun Half Term Family Fun Secret Garden – Spetchley Park Garden Find the Key to The Secret Garden. Mary and friends need your help to find the key to the secret garden, a magical, healing place where animals talk, and true happiness can be found. Follow the Robin trail through Spetchley park to find the key and unlock the door to this special place. www.spetchleyparkestate.co.uk ...................................................... 1 June Matilda Junior - The Courtyard Ludwig Theatre Arts Students Present Roald Dahl’s Matilda Junior. Hereford’s street will be filled by the smell of rebellion when Ludwig Theatre Arts presents Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR. www.courtyard.org.uk ...................................................... 3 June Rapunzel - Swan Theatre Scott Ritchie Productions proudly presents this exciting and fun tangled musical adventure. With a wicked witch, a feisty heroine, a tap-dancing horse and a host of adventures, Rapunzel promises to be a vibrant take on a classic and much-loved story. Packed with songs, dance routines and jokes a-plenty, there is something for everyone to love! www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ...................................................... 7 & 8 June The Smeds and the Smoos - Swan Theatre Soar into space with this exciting adaptation of the award-winning book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. On a far-off planet, Smeds and Smoos can’t be friends. So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love and zoom off into space together, how will their families get them back? www.worcestertheatres.co.uk What’s on continues on page 12 EGG-CITEMENT AS WEST MIDLAND SAFARI PARK CELEBRATES ITS GOLDEN YEAR West Midland Safari Park has a very ‘eggciting’ Easter planned with a whole host of activities, competitions, giveaways and a new show. Running from 1 to 16 April, guests will be invited to the Park to take part in the celebrations for both Easter and its upcoming 50th birthday. New for 2023 will be ‘Bramble’s Birthday Bash’ Easter show, which will involve party games, dancing and a chance to snap a picture with Bramble bunny at the end. Children can take part in an ‘Eggsplorer trail’ to locate the giant animal eggs and will earn a special chocolatey treat from Bramble’s burrow, where they can take part in some more fun and games. Additionally, there will be chances to win a selection of prizes by taking part in a variety of competitions such as by guessing the number of eggs or finding the 50th birthday egg, hidden somewhere in the Park. The Park will be decorated with bright and colourful Easter theming, including giant eggs, hay bales, floral displays and hundreds of smaller eggs. Easter activities are included in the admission charge and guests are encouraged to book online in advance for the best prices. The Adventure Theme Park is open until October and rides are charged extra. Admission includes a Free Return to visit again within six months, only when booking online in advance. Further information about West Midland Safari Park is available from the Park’s website www.wmsp.co.uk or by telephone 01299 402114. Find out more on the Safari Park’s official Facebook page: www.facebook.com/WestMidSafari.
12 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON What's on this spring? continued Listings correct at time of going to press. Please check details and booking information with the venues before setting out. ...................................................... 16 – 18 June Royal Three Counties Show - Three Counties Showground It’s set to be a hearty feast of farming, food and family entertainment, with exciting features including a new Food Festival and Farming in Action Demonstration plus an exciting programme of special guests. The Main Arena will play host to non-stop entertainment including the Grand Parade of Livestock. Under 16’s free! www.royalthreecounties.co.uk ...................................................... 17 June Flotsam & Jetsam - The Courtyard Flotsam is soft, flexible, laid back. Jetsam is the opposite. And then comes the weather and they are both cast adrift in a world that is strange to them and full of a range of dangers. They must work out how they can work together. A hopeful, adventure story about two very different creatures that must learn to work together. Visual theatre with original music and delightful puppetry. Suitable for everyone from age 4 – 104. www.courtyard.org.uk ...................................................... 17 June Little Play World - Father’s Day Special at Clehonger Village Hall Little worlds of fun, where children can play at being anything from Rockstars to vets, and everything in between! Play sessions are aimed at children 0 – 7 years. Free hot drink for all the dads at this Father’s Day special. www.littleplayworld.co.uk ...................................................... 17 June Broadway Arts Festival - Family Day A whole range of activities for families are planned as part of the Broadway Arts festival from drumming and paper lantern making workshops to meadow and cycle-delic painting sessions. There will also be an outdoor theatre performance of Robin Hood on the village green at 2:30. Visit the festival website for more details and to book tickets. www.broadwayartsfestival.com ...................................................... 24 June A Midsummer Night’s Adventure - Spetchley Park Gardens A magical event organised by and raising funds for The Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust. Join us for a magical night to remember where lots of fun is to be had by all the family. Spetchley Park Gardens is a special place of its own and we’re adding a little more sparkle along with some fun outdoor activities to get that festival vibe right on your doorstep including, music and performances, street food and drinks stalls, forest school activities, a craft market, a children’s trail and of course the chance to explore the beautiful grounds at midsummer. www.gkcct.org/midsummer
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 13 History in the heart of Hereford www.blackandwhitehouse.org herefordmuseums Experience life in the 17th century at our magnificent Jacobean house in the heart of beautiful Hereford We’ve got some great hands on Easter activities for all the family, including a special children’s trail. We’re open on Good Friday and Easter Monday, so come and join the fun. High Town, Hereford, HR1 2AA Tuesday to Saturday 10am - 4pm Sunday 12pm - 3pm Children free
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 14 raring2go.co.uk The Courtyard Senior Youth Theatre present Wednesday 19 - Saturday 22 July You are invited to bring your favourite toy and come down to the woods for a very special Teddy Bear’s picnic. This interactive performance will see your little ones transported to a magical woodland, where they will be joined by some of their favourite fairy-tale characters who are in for a big surprise. Tickets £10, Concessions £9 Family ticket £32, Schools & Nurseries £8 BOX OFFICE 01432 340555 courtyard.org.uk In partnership with Down to the Woods 2023 half page.indd 1 21/02/2023 12:29:14
15 Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Birthday Party with us Make your child’s birthday epic this year – and hassle free for you. Enthusiastic and engaging staff to run your party Choose from TEN different activities from inflatables to laser tag Family Day at All Stars Budget perfectly with fixed party prices from £160 Food options, including pizza buffet from £3.50per child Get more information or book today on www.allstarcamps.co.uk 1st May – 29th May – 28th August Under 5s £10– Over 5s £15 – Adults FREE
16 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! PARTIES The Courtyard Enjoy activities, live shows and films along with a tasty buffet including pizza, curly fries, chicken goujons & veggie sticks with children’s parties at The Courtyard. You, your child and their guests could be enjoying one of these amazing shows at their party in 2023: Stars in the Sky. Matlida The Musical (sing-along). Breathe. Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs. An Introduction to Stage Combat. Pinocchio. Milkshake Live! Dr Dolittle and many more! For details & bookings go to courtyard.org.uk/childrens-party-bookings Flip Out, Hereford For the flippin’ best party ever, book your child’s party at Flip Out. What’s included: Fabulous food. Party room. Dedicated party host. An hour of bouncy fun for all. flipout.co.uk/locations/hereford/parties Little Play World Fill your child’s party with worlds of fun, where all your younger guests can become anything - from Rockstars to vets. Contact Nikki on 07753 393289 or email nikkis@littleplayworld.co.uk All Star Activities Choose one or two acvtivities from Hero Blast Laser Tag, Paintball, Mini Quad Bikes, Day of the Dinosaur, Little Village, Infaltables, Football and Football with Zorbs, Archery Tag, Nerf / Fortnite - or even a camping party. Food options range from Hot Dogs, Toasties, Pizza buffet and and Make Your Own Pizza. allstarcamps.co.uk/activity-centre Nature-Makers Droitwich & Worcester Fun, arty bespoke parties with a nature theme. Book before May ‘23 quoting R2G for a 10% discount. For details and bookings, call 07975711291 or email shelley@nature-makers.co.uk Party providers - advertise in our summer edition. Call Pauline on 07810 349590 Looking to throw the perfect party, you’ll find it here in your go-to guide for you and your child
17 Raring2go! PARTIES ackers-adventure.co.uk Family Fun for all the To see all that you can do Party! Ackers Adventure offers the perfect outdoor adventure party for your child. Easter Camp! Each day includes 3 of the outdoor activities for 8 – 16 year olds: Bushcraft , skiing , climbing , canoeing and tubing for only £36 per day Thrill seeker day! Win a pair of tickets to an Ackers thrill seeker day, on 15th April, 11th June or 23rd September. Visit the competitions pages at raring2go.co.uk and localise to Hereford and Worcester. Good Luck!
18 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! Why buy new? Save money on your bills with a low-carbon home in Herefordshire LOW CARBON HOME S Do you know that buying an EPC B-rated newbuild could save you an average of £260 per month on energy bills* if prices rise again in April? Updated research from the Home Builders Federation, highlights the average new build home will save buyers £3,100 on their energy bills compared with an older equivalent property. Just imagine what an EPC A-rated property with renewable energy generation can do. At Freeman Homes, 100% of open market homes built on developments started since October 2021, are EPC B-rated or higher. 94% have achieved, or are predicted to achieve, A-rating. The properties are designed using a ‘fabric-first’ approach to maximise energy performance. They feature market-leading renewable energy technologies, water-reduction features, and energy-efficient appliances to provide carbon-conscious living that is more environmentally friendly and lowers energy bills. Cherry Hill in Fownhope and Clifton Meadows in St Weonards are small developments that present spacious, beautifully appointed 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom homes with views onto the surrounding countryside. Get in touch with the friendly sales team, or book an appointment to view Freeman Homes’ newly-opened Show Home in Fownhope. 01594 543 354 www.freemanhomes.co.uk *
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20 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! FESTIVALS 10-13TH AUG 2023 HEREFORDSHIRE @LAKEFESTUK D J S E T GAZ COOMBES JOHNNY MARR THURSDAY WWW.LAKEFEST.CO.UK SPONSORS THE SECRET RAVE BY ELLASKINS WILLOW AREA KIDS AREA STEPHEN MURRAY INVITATIONAL BMX COMPETITION BRETHRYN BOOTLEG COCKTAIL BAR SOUTH WEST WRESTLING FUN FAIR OVER 15+ DIFFERENT FOOD VENUES OVER 8 BARS SERVING A RANGE OF ALCOHOLIC AND NON ALCOHOLIC DRINKS SILENT DISCO KAPOW ARCADE OTHER ATTRACTIONS FRIDAY FEROCIOUS DOG JAMES HASKELL KRAFTY KUTS TOM A SMITH CHASING MUMFORD SEB FONTAINE NICKY BLACKMARKET SATURDAY THE HOOSIERS CUT CAPERS THE WURZELS JEREMY HEALY SHADES OF RHYTHM JOHN KELLY OASIS MAYBE CORELLA FIREROAD DICK AND DOM ALEX LIPLINSKI THE CUBAN BROTHERS THE NATIVE THE BEAT over 175 artists performing over 4 days across 6 different stages SUNDAY
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22 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! CLUBS & CLASSES SWAN YOUTH THEATRE PERSHORE HOME EDUCATION CLASSES HOLIDAY SCHOOL SATURDAY RELAXED GROUP SWAN YOUTH THEATRE WORCESTER JOIN OUR SWAN YOUTH THEATRE! Find out more at: WORCESTERTHEATRES.CO.UK outreach@worcestertheatres .co.uk The Swan Youth Theatre offers a variety of fun and exciting opportunities for children to develop new skills, make friends and grow their confidence. Whether you are looking for regular sessions or for activities to take part in during the holidays, we have something for everyone! AGES5 - 18 Test your skills at creating crazy constructions and super structures with Lego in the inspiring surroundings of Hereford Cathedral. Enjoy our freestyle Lego sessions with thousands of bricks and hundreds of mini figures, learn building techniques and make new friends. This after-school session lasts 1 hour and is free to attend. Spaces are limited so find our next session and book your space here: herefordcathedral.org/events While we are using Lego equipment, this club is not affiliated with Lego® in any official capacity. Once a month on Wednesdays 3.30 pm - 4.30 pm H E R E F O R D C AT H E D R A L LEGO CLUB herefordcathedral.org Suitable for young people aged 8 - 14
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25 Raring2go! MAKE & DO Raring2go! 2 TOP TIP Make an egg pin drying board out of foam board and pins, push pins all the way through to the other side then turn the board over and pierce the egg with the pin, the eggs will dry with no marks on them! Chuck the chocolate eggs and go for the real thing this year! Cultures round the world have been painting eggs of all sorts as part of their Springtime celebrations for centuries. If your children are very young it’s probably best to use hard-boiled eggs and crayons, stickers or the age-old method of vinegar and food colouring to do the job – if you’ve used non-toxic materials, you can always use them up in sandwiches later. Hard-boiled eggs are also perfect for stashing around your home and garden for an egg hunt. If your children are older, or you just fancy a bit of a challenge, try preparing your eggs the traditional way, by blowing out the yolk. It’s easy and fun to colour hard-boiled eggs and you can use items you probably already have in your kitchen. Age Guideline: 3 years and up Time Required: 30 minutes (does not include drying time) Create your own Easter-Eggstravaganza! You will need hard boiled or blown out eggs, food colouring, vinegar and water. In a cup, mix half a cup of water (room temperature water), 1 tablespoon of vinegar and several drops of food colouring. We used about 20 drops of each colour, but you can adjust this for lighter or darker. Prepare several different colours in this manner. Carefully place the eggs (individually one at a time!) in each cup of food colouring. Remove the eggs when they reach the desired shade with a spoon to remove the egg and place it in an egg holder or on a paper towel to dry.
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 26 raring2go.co.uk 4 r ri Easter Cookies Makes 15 Portions • Suitable for freezing Preparation 10 minutes 12 minutes cooking time Oven: 180°C, 350°F, Gas Mark 4 INGREDIENTS 185g plain flour 1 ½ tsp ground ginger ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda 50 g butter (room temperature) 85g soft light brown sugar 1 large egg yolk 2 tbsp golden syrup Assorted Decorations e.g. Mini Smarties, M&M’s, currants or raisins Writing Icing or white and pink icing made with Royal Icing mixed with water METHOD • Pre-heat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas 4. Fan 160 o C. • Line or grease two large baking sheets with non-stick baking paper. • Sift the flour, ginger and bicarbonate of soda into a mixing bowl. • Cut the butter into chunks and add to the bowl. • Rub the butter into the flour using your fingers until the mixture looks like fine breadcrumbs. • Stir the sugar into the mixture, then add the egg yolk and golden syrup and mix everything together using a wooden spoon. (Tip If you heat your spoon in hot water before you measure the syrup it will slide off the spoon easily). • Sprinkle a clean work surface with flour and knead the dough until it is smooth. Cut the dough in half. • Sprinkle the work surface with a little more flour and roll out the dough starting at the centre of the dough and rolling evenly outwards. • Repeat with the second ball of dough. • Cut into shapes using cookie cutters. Re-roll the trimmings until all the dough is used up. You can add currants for eyes before the cookies are baked if you like. • Place on the lined or greased baking sheets and bake for 10 to 12 minutes. • Allow to cool then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. • Once cool, ice, decorate and enjoy!
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 27 THE King & Queen 1. What date is the King and Queen Consort’s W coronation? 2. Where will the coronation take place? 3. What is King Charles’ birthday? 4. What is King Charles full name? 5. What is the surname of the king? 6. Where do the King and W Camilla, Queen Consort live? 7. What crown will Charles wear for the coronati 8. Will Camilla, Queen Consort wear a crown? W 9. How many children does the King have? 10. How many other Kings of England have en called Charles? QUICK QUIZ Answers at the bottom of the page. No cheating! H be on? ANSWERS: 1. May 6th 2023 - 2. Westminster Abbey - 3. 14th Nov 1948 - 4. Charles Philip Arthur George - 5. Windsor 6. Buckingham Palace - 7. St Edwards Crown - 8. yes - 9. 2 - 10. 2
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 28 raring2go.co.uk WORDSEARCH ANSWERS: Buckingham, Crown, Palace, Queen, Charles, King, Prince, Royal, Consort, Princess, Windsor MISSING NUMBER ANSWERS: Row 1 = (L-R) 7, 6, 4 Row 2 = (L-R) 1, 9, 8 Row 3 = 5 WORDSEARCH Royal Find ten words related to Royalty Fill in the missing numbers The missing values are the whole numbers between 1 and 9. Each number is only used once. Each row is a mathematical equation. Each column is a mathematical equation. Remember that multiplication and division are performed before addition and subtraction. START Answers at the bottom of the page. No cheating! Solve the maze, find the crown!
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 29 MON 8 MAY worcester-racecourse.co.uk FREE ENTERTAINMENT FT. THE KING OF ROCK ‘N’ ROLL Best Crown Competition KINGS CORONATION
30 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! COMPETITIONS Win a copy of Lark The Shark and Wonda the Whale written by Natalie Newman and her son Henry Newman. The follow on to their first book Lark the Shark, their new book Lark the Shark and Wonda the Whale is a colourful tale of Lark and his new friend Wonda. Lark is once again busy cleaning up the oceans, clearing away rubbish created by humans, when he meets Wonda – the little, lost baby killer whale. But it is all a trick, to lure Lark in …. for a super special surprise! Children (and adults) will love the colourful illustrations and fresh characters we meet in Lark the Shark and Wonda the Whale. Again the book prompts conversations about litter, keeping the planet clean, and the impact our rubbish can have on our oceans if we don’t dispose of it properly. This can tie in with conversations about recycling and eco-friendly packaging. We have 5 copies of Lark the Shark and Wonda the Whale to be won in our competition, which ends on World Oceans Day – June 8th 2023. To read the full reviews of both books, and to enter the competition, please visit the competitions pages at raring2go.co.uk. Good luck!
31 Raring2go! COMPETITIONS
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