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Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 2 raring2go.co.uk 3 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” Discover the wonder and benefits of Baby Sensory together, with classes that are designed to stimulate your baby’s senses, promote bonding and support their congnitive and motor development right from birth. Baby Sensory Hereford with Annabelle www.babysensory.com/hereford @babysensory_hereford Classes at Ross-on-Wye, Credenhill, Bartestree and City Centre Baby Sensory Worcester with Josie www.babysensory.com/malvern @babysensorymalvern Classes at Malvern,Worcester and Badsey Welcome to spring! This year marks 21 years of Raring2go! magazines. To celebrate, we have some great prizes ahead throughout the year for your children and for their schools, as a huge THANK YOU. We are so grateful to all the schools who send this magazine home to you every quarter. No matter how busy they are, they always make sure the magazines make it to you. Would you like to win a prize for your school? One reader of the Hereford & Worcester magazine will be doing just that - AND will be winning a great prize for their child too! Head over to the competitions section on pages 30 and 31 to find out more, and enter online today. Our friends at All Star Activities are launching Saturday Quad Bike Experineces for children aged 5 - 11 years AND we are delighted to share a unique money off code exclusive to Raring2go! See page 15 for details. As always, this edition is packed full of things to do and places to go. We know that for many families, options can be limited if their child has special educational needs and /or disabilities. We have found many local providers run sessions designed to support those with SEND, read all about them on page 24. This edition also marks the start of our charity awareness page. This is a free page donated to a local charity chosen by you. St Michaels Hospice, Hereford were delighted to be chosen, you can see them on page 27. Voting for the next local charity to receive a free page in the summer edition opens soon. Visit the facebook page to nominate your favourite local charities, and head over to the competitions pages of our website to cast your vote. One final thank you to all the local businesses who kindly support the magazine - we could not do it without them. Do pay them a visit this spring. Wishing you all a wonderful time!
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 4 raring2go.co.uk 5 Our legendary Easter Treasure Hunt around the castle & grounds. Chocolate for everyone! All things chilli to try and buy... live music, bars, hot food, Chilli Eating Competition and more! LIMITED ONLINE TICKETS: Adult: £15.50 | Child (3-15 yrs): £9.50 | Family (2a+3c): £45.00 | Family (1a+3c): £30.00 A nostalgic family fun day! Steam engines, classic cars, garden games & vintage rides SCAN HERE eastnorcastle.com | T: 01531 633160 eastnorcastle visit_eastnorcastle EASTNOR CASTLE, LEDBURY, HEREFORDSHIRE, HR8 1RL Search Hereford Gift Card Do you need the perfect end of term teachers gift? Accepted in over 120 shops, cafes, pubs & restaurants in Hereford. Giant Easter Egg Hunt Meet the Easter Bunny Petting Animals Area Story Time Area Trails -What’s On - Offers Events - Competitions Follow Us @HerefordCityLife Hereford BID Brand www.HerefordCityLife.co.uk Spring & Summer in Hereford Hereford Historic Market City Easter Event Saturday 4th April Old Market, Hereford FREE DON’T MISS THE EASTER FUN *Activities may change due availability and weather conditions Thrilling Battle Re-enactments Medieval Living Village Traditional Crafts Showcase Stocks & lots more 15 16 th th AUG &
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 6 raring2go.co.uk 7 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Events correct at time of going to press! Please check with venues before setting off. 11 March Opening at Ralph Court Gardens Enjoy the amazing themed gardens at Ralph Court Gardens, now open daily 10am – 5pm. From Alice in Wonderland, to Dinosaur World, there is something for everyone to enjoy. www.ralphcourtgardens.co.uk ......................................................................... 22 March Afternoon Youth Concert Orchestra at The Henrican, Evesham An afternoon concert featuring the Worcestershire Youth Orchestra alongside Evesham, Malvern, and Worcester Music Centre groups. 3pm – 5pm. www.severnarts.org.uk ......................................................................... 22 March Flowers and Friendship Bracelets 2026 at Swan Theatre, Worcester Get ready for a dazzling explosion of Music, Dance, and Excitement as Flowers and Friendship Bracelets takes to the stage! www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ......................................................................... 28 March – 12 April West Midlands Safari Park – Easter Eggstravaganza Hop into the Easter festivities at West Midlands Safari Park’s Easter Eggstravaganza. Meet Bramble Bunny and Chirpy Chick, take part in a quest to earn a chocolatey treat and enjoy a range of themed activities for the whole family. You’re sure to have an egg-citing time! www.wmsp.co.uk ......................................................................... 28 March Wind in the Willows at The Courtyard Barking Dog’s two talented actors (with the help of a some puppets and children from the audience) present this wonderful adventure. With original music and audience participation. www.courtyard.org.uk Continues on page 8
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 8 raring2go.co.uk 9 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Your Next Adventure Awaits! Holiday Clubs and family fun at our Outdoor Activity Centre oakerwoodleisure.co.uk Kids Easter Camp Holiday Club Woodland Krypton High & Low Ropes Escape Room Quad Trek Paintball & more! BRAND NEW Kids Easter Holiday Camp 8 - 10 April ackers-adventure.co.uk Outdoor Kids Activities & Parties in Birmingham Looking for the ultimate school holiday escape? Looking for the ultimate school holiday escape? ACKERS ACKERS ADVENTURE ADVENTURE 360 WEEK 360 WEEK The Ultimate 5-Day Outdoor Experience for Ages 8–12! HOLIDAY SCHEME HOLIDAY SCHEME Our Daily Holiday Scheme PARTIES PARTIES Unique outdoor party experience’s 29 March – 9 April Super Smashing Easter Treasure Hunt at Eastnor Castle The Easter Bunny was getting ready to bake his famous cakes – but oh no! He’s dropped all of his eggs, and they’ve cracked and scattered across the castle and grounds. Your mission is to hunt down every lost egg and piece together the recipe. Expect fun, giggles and plenty of EGGcitement along the way. Let the great Easter adventure begin… there’ll be a chocolate reward for everyone who takes part! www.eastnorcastle.com ......................................................................... 30 March Hoppers (U) at The Courtyard, Hereford Disney Pixar’s film Hoppers features a 19-yearold animal lover who uses technology that places her consciousness into a robotic beaver to uncover mysteries within the animal world beyond her imagination. www.courtyard.org.uk ......................................................................... 30 March – 11 April Easter Fun at Newbridge Farm Park Easter scavenger hunt, tractor ride, park & play barns, and pony ride days (pony ride days on 31 March, 9 April and 28 May, and rides must be booked in advance). Closed Easter Sunday. Book online at www.newbridgefarmpark.com ......................................................................... 31 March Pony Ride Day at Newbridge Farm Park Easter scavenger hunt, tractor ride, park & play barns, and pony ride day. Pony rides must be booked in advance. www.newbridgefarmpark.com ......................................................................... 1 April Fun For Little Ones: A Tribute to Ms Rachel at The Courtyard, Hereford. Get ready for giggles, singing, dancing, and non-stop fun as the magic of Ms Rachel comes to life on stage in an interactive, high-energy live tribute performance made just for little ones and their grownups! www.courtyard.org.uk ......................................................................... Continues on page 10
10 raring2go.co.uk 11 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Raring2go! WHAT’S ON You Choose Wed 27 May, 11.30am & 2pm The Dinosaur That Pooped Sat 6 June, 12.30pm & 3.30pm Apr-June 2026 The Littlest Yak Sat 4 April, 11am & 2pm Bring Your Own Baby Comedy Tue 14 April & Tue 9 June, 12pm A Squash and a Squeeze Wed 13 - Thu 14 May worcestertheatres.co.uk | 01905 611 427 Zog Mon 22 - Wed 24 June THE HOME OF THE ARTS IN WORCESTER! S p r i n g t i m e P l a y t i m e ! 2026 Re-opening Mon 30th March • Scavenger Hunt • Tractor Ride • Park & Play Barns • Pony Ride Days* *Check opening dates and Pony Ride Days online. Prebook Closed Sundays NewbridgeFarmPark.com Nr Ledbury, HR8 2QG 2 April Dinosaur Adventure Live – Danger on T-Rex Mountain at Swan Theatre, Worcester Stomp, Roar and Swish your tail as we introduce you to some of the most incredible species ever to have lived on planet Earth. An unforgettable Jurassic experience for all the family to enjoy. www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ......................................................................... 4 April Free Easter Event at Old Market, Hereford Join in the Giant Easter Egg Hunt and meet the Easter Bunny at this free event. There will also be a Story Time Area and the chance to stroke some animals in the Petting Animals Area too. www.HerefordCityLife.co.uk ......................................................................... 4 April Easter Family Rave at The Courtyard Hop into the holiday spirit with a high-energy celebration packed with your favourite tunes, bubbles, balloons, and plenty of bunny hops! www.courtyard.org.uk ......................................................................... 4 April The Littlest Yak at Swan Theatre, Worcester This musical adaptation of the award-winning children’s book will delight audiences young and old with beautiful puppets, and catchy tunes. www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ......................................................................... 5 April Waterworks Museum Hereford Operating Day. Marvel at the working engines, enjoy some hands-on fun in the waterpark, explore the WW ll exhibition, and more. A great day out for all the family, free entry for under 16’s www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk ......................................................................... 7 April Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! is coming to Utilita Arena Birmingham. A fun, new, sprinkle-filled adventure, live on stage. In this a-MEOW-zing show, Gabby unboxes a special acorn that needs the magical touch of a rainbow to grow. But when CatRat causes a colour cat-astrophe and breaks the rainbow, Gabby and the Gabby Cats must find the colours again to set things right. Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! brings to life an original story featuring incredible puppets, dynamic staging, and songs that will have audiences singing and dancing along, from beginning to end. www.utilitaarenabham.co.uk ......................................................................... 8 – 11 April Hereford Gang Show at The Courtyard. Hereford’s Scouts & Guides are back with another fun-packed variety show for all the family. www.courtyard.org.uk ......................................................................... 9 April Pony Ride Day at Newbridge Farm Park Easter scavenger hunt, tractor ride, park & play barns, and pony ride day. Pony rides must be booked in advance. www.newbridgefarmpark.com ......................................................................... 10 – 21 April The Magic Faraway Tree (U) at The Courtyard A modern family relocates to the countryside where the children discover a magical tree with eccentric residents. www.courtyard.org.uk ......................................................................... 10 April Thinktank - Lego Relief Printing Learn how to make your own printed artwork using LEGO® Join Stirchley Printworks for a fun, friendly, and creative relief printing workshop that’s perfect for families. Explore how LEGO bricks can be used to create bold and playful printed designs. Build pictures, patterns, or words using LEGO pieces, roll ink onto your design, and watch it come to life as it’s printed using a traditional printing press. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk ......................................................................... 12 – 26 April Easter Trail around Hereford City Centre. A fun, free event for the family to enjoy. www.herefordcitylife.co.uk ......................................................................... 14 April Bring Your Own Baby Comedy at Swan Theatre, Worcester Join us for an afternoon of hilarious comedy, where you can relax and have a good laugh at the best comedians in the UK, without needing childcare! Bring along your baby (15-month maximum age). www.worcestertheatres.co.uk Continues on page12
12 raring2go.co.uk 13 Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Raring2go! WHAT’S ON BOX OFFICE 01432 340555 courtyard.org.uk In partnership with Sat 4 Jul, 11am Tue 9 & Wed 10 Sat 30 May, 11am Tue 12 - Sun 17 May Thu 28 - Sat 30 May Sat 20 June, 11am Tue 7 & Wed 8 Jul Sat 4 Apr, 11am spring & summer at the courtyard Family Events 2026 - Apr - July.indd 1 17/02/2026 09:29:44 • Cinema Under the Stars • Earth Day Weekend • National Train Day birminghammuseums.org.uk/thinktank Funded by: 19 April Afternoon Youth Concert Orchestra at Kidderminster Town Hall. An afternoon concert showcasing Bromsgrove and Kidderminster Music Centre groups performing alongside the Worcestershire Youth Concert Orchestra. 3pm – 5pm. www.severnarts.org.uk ......................................................................... 19 April An Evening Concert at Kidderminster Town Hall featuring the Worcestershire Youth Concert Band and Worcestershire Youth Jazz Orchestra performing a varied programme of popular repertoire. 7pm – 9pm www.severnarts.org.uk ......................................................................... 25 – 26 April Thinktank – Earth Day Weekend Join us for two days of hands-on activities, creative workshops, and inspiring demonstrations as we celebrate Earth Day. This year’s theme, Planet vs Plastic, invites visitors of all ages to explore our relationship with the environment and imagine a cleaner, more resilient future. From eco-crafting to science experiments, music, and expert talks, this action-packed day is designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and climate-conscious thinking. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk ......................................................................... 25 April The Sand Dragon at The Courtyard Theatrix Arts perform this magical story with songs and music, loads of puppets, changing scenery, and a magic trick or two. Then meet the puppets and create your very own Sand Dragon Puppet. www.courtyard.org.uk ......................................................................... 26 April Waterworks Museum, Hereford Operating Day. Marvel at the working engines, enjoy some hands-on fun in the waterpark, explore the WW ll exhibition, and more. A great day out for all the family, with free entry for children under 16. www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk ......................................................................... 3 – 4 May Eastnor Chillifest at Eastnor Castle All things chilli to try and buy, with live music, entertainment, Chilli eating competition, cookery demonstrations and more. www.eastnorcastle.com ......................................................................... 9 - 10 May Thinktank – National Train Day Weekend All aboard for a fun-filled Train Day at Thinktank. Discover the magic of railways through hands-on activities, creative crafts, and expert insights, perfect for families and train enthusiasts of all ages. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk ......................................................................... 10 May Run Hereford: Charity Run for St Michael’s Hospice Lace up and experience a one-of-a-kind route that weaves through Hereford’s historic streets before opening out onto breathtaking Herefordshire countryside. Choose your distance from Half Marathon, 10k or 5k and help raise vital funds for our amazing hospice. There is a direct qr link on page 27, or visit www.st-michaels-hospice.org.uk ......................................................................... 10 May Waterworks Museum, Hereford Operating Day. Marvel at the working engines, enjoy some hands-on fun in the waterpark, explore the WW ll exhibition, and more. A great day out for all the family, with free entry for children under 16. www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk ......................................................................... 12 – 17 May X-entricity present Disney’s Beauty And The Beast – The Broadway Musical at The Courtyard. Step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, an international sensation that has been produced in 37 countries worldwide. www.courtyard.org.uk ......................................................................... 12 – 14 May A Squash and a Squeeze at Swan Theatre, Worcester A Little Angel and Lowry Co-production based on the original book A Squash and a Squeezewritten by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on stage for the first time! A heartwarming and hilarious adventure, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs. www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ......................................................................... Continues on page 14
14 raring2go.co.uk 15 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Raring2go! WHAT’S ON All Star NEW Every saturday Quad Experience 25 MINUTES - £12PP Suitable for children 5 to 11 years old INCLUDES 25 minutes kit out, instruction and adventure All equipment - overalls, jacket, helmet, gloves 4 hours (10am - 2pm) free-play activities Introductory offer exclusive to Raring2go Save £6 using code: R2Gsave Book now using the QR code 14 – 16 May LG Mini Musical – Winnie the Pooh at The Courtyard Journey to the Hundred Acre wood where Winnie the Pooh & friends take you on an adventure reminding us all of the importance of friendship and courage. www.courtyard.org.uk ......................................................................... 23 – 24 May Ghost Con 2026 at Richmond Club Place, Hereford THE event for gamers and collectors, Ghost Con will have plenty to see, do and buy. There will be Ghost Cards & Collectables, Q’s Comic Store, Monkey Rocks Comics, Old Oak Comics, Adam Thomas Art, Hereford Boardgames plus many more. Just come along on Saturday or Sunday to Richmond Club Place 69 – 71 Edgar Street, Hereford HR4 9JP. Only £2 entry on the door. ......................................................................... 24 – 25 May Eastnor Steam & Vintage at Eastnor Castle Enjoy a nostalgic day out at Eastnor Castle with an impressive line up of steam engines, vintage cars, giant garden games, vintage carousel, model steam engine rides, chair swings, pony rides, nostalgic dance workshops and more! www.eastnorcastle.com ......................................................................... 24 May Waterworks Museum, Hereford Operating Day. Marvel at the working engines, enjoy some hands-on fun in the waterpark, explore the WW ll exhibition, and more. A great day out for all the family, with free entry for under 16s. www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk ......................................................................... 25 - 29 May Inside the T.rex – How a predator was built, Village Hotel, Solihull, Birmingham. Join us for a world first. This half term step inside the cretaceous era as we take you inside the anatomy of the most formidable predator ever to walk the Earth. Discover how evolution engineered the ultimate hunter. This is not a theme park show. Pull-up seats to this live interactive experience are designed to educate, fascinate & inspire all the family. www.insidethetrex.co.uk ......................................................................... 27 May You Choose at Swan Theatre, Worcester Based on the brilliant book by Pippa Goodhart and Nick Sharratt Nonsense Room Productions (Shark in the Park and Hairy Maclary Shows) bring you an interactive musical show for all the family. But in this show – YOU CHOOSE what happens! Using the picture book as inspiration and through a series of games and challenges each show will be unique with different characters, locations, costumes and much more every time! www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ......................................................................... 28 – 30 May Ludwig Theatre Arts: Frozen The West End Musical at The Courtyard Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, Disney’s Frozen includes all the film’s beloved songs, along with new music written exclusively for the stage. www.courtyard.org.uk ......................................................................... 28 May Pony Ride Day at Newbridge Farm Park Easter scavenger hunt, tractor ride, park & play barns, and pony ride day. Pony rides must be booked in advance. www.newbridgefarmpark.com ......................................................................... 30 May Taylor Fever at Swan Theatre, Worcester Taylor Fever, the ultimate tribute to the sensational Taylor Swift, is coming to Swan Theatre — and this time, the spotlight shines brighter than ever. With a dazzling cast of dancers, stunning costumes, and all your favourite hits from every era — from “Ready For It” and “Shake It Off” to brand-new fan favourites — this tribute promises to capture the heart and spirit of Taylor herself. www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ......................................................................... 30 May The Drop of the Ocean at The Courtyard A wonderfully sensory and interactive show set deep in the magical waves of the ocean. There are songs to sing along to, movements to join in with and props to explore. www.courtyard.org.uk Continues on page 19
16 raring2go.co.uk 17 Raring2go! Raring2go! Step into a lost world, where dinosaurs ruled the Earth, when you visit Dinosaur World at Ralph Court Gardens . Spend a day at West Midland Safari Park, which is home to the UK’s largest animatronic dinosaur attraction. Romans: Visit Wall Roman site and see the remains of an inn for travellers and the public baths. Stand on the ramparts, explore the exhibition and imagine yourself training horses in the gyrus at Lunt Roman Fort. Discover urban-living 2,000 years ago at Wroxeter Roman City – including the latrines where Romans wiped their bums on reusable sponges on sticks! Anglo-Saxons: Discover the story of the Herefordshire Hoard and find out when it is next on display. Or visit the Staffordshire Hoard, the largest hoard of Anglo-Saxon gold ever found, at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery (free entry). Through traditional games, dressing up and storytelling, get a feel of what it was like to live in those times. Normans: Climb the spiral staircase to the top of the keep at Goodrich Castle and see the views the soldiers who defended it would have had from the top. Walk the walls at Warwick Castle- you can even sleep over in the 14th century tower or go glamping in medieval tents in the grounds. The Tudors: The Stuarts: The Stuarts were the royal dynasty a with a turbulent reign, at the heart of the English Civil War. Royalists (Cavaliers) who supported Charles II battled against Parliamentarians (Roundheads) across the country until the final battle, taking place in Worcester. You can visit the Royalist Army Head Quarters in Worcester - The Commandery. Keep an eye out for their Living History days where you can witness scenes from the battle, and find out more about the history of The Commandery. The Old House in Hereford, also known as the Black & White House Museum, is a beautifully restored seventeenth century building which began as a butchers shop. Immerse yourselves in the period by trying on the replica clothing and exploring this amazing museum. . Victorians: Get hands on with history at Blists Hill Victorian Town. Go inside Victorian houses and buildings, sit down for a lesson in the Victorian School House, ride the fairground or enjoy a horse and cart ride around the town. Be sure to pop into the bank on your arrival where children can change their cash into ‘old money’ which can be used to purchase items in the shops. World Wars: 20th Century: At Avoncroft Museumyou can explore 25 historic buildings that range in date from Worcester Cathedral’s 14th century Guesten Hall roof to a post second world war prefab from Birmingham, covering over 700 years of Midlands history. Explore the world's largest collection of historic British cars at The British Motor Museum. Learn about the people behind the cars, the places they were built and hear the stories from our guides. Raring2go! 243 million – 65 million years ago. Dinosaurs and the Ice Age: 1485-1603 43-410 410-1066 1066-1204 1914-18 and 1939-1945 1837-1901 StepBack in Time You don’t need a time machine to travel through time. You can get hands on with history at heaps of local attractions where the past comes to life before you eyes. 1603-1714 Drive the Black and White Village Trail and see how many Tudor buildings you can spot. This forty mile circular tour of Herefordshire includes the village of Weobley, film location of the blockbuster film Hamnet. The Tudor dynasty was founded by Owen Tudor, who was defeated at the Battle of Mortimer’s Cross near Leominster. Owen, who was the grandfather of Henry VIII, was taken to Hereford where he was executed –there is a blue plaque near High Town Hereford marking . the site of his execution If you want to experience life in the Tudor period, you can visit the Tudor House Museum in Worcester, where you and the family can have fun dressing up and playing games. Its free entry, but donations . are welcome. and you can try on uniforms from the era too! At RAF Museum, Cosford you can see the actual planes that fought in the First and Second World War including the famous Spitfire and find out more .about the pilots that flew them. Visit the Waterworks Museum Hereford and take a look around their World War II exhibition
18 raring2go.co.uk 19 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Raring2go! WHAT’S ON BIRMINGHAM | MAY HALF TERM 25-29 MAY 2026 “AN EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCE” “A WORLD FIRST LIVE EVENT -THIS HAS NEVER BEEN DONE BEFORE” FROM BBC & DISCOVERY FEATURED PRODUCERS THIS IS A UNIQUE, WORLD FIRST HANDS ON LIVE EVENT. EXPECT THE FAMILY TO BE INVOLVED IN DISCOVERING INSIDE THE T.REX FEATURING ‘KEVIN’ A UNIQUE WORLD FIRST T. REX YOU CAN VIEW INSIDE FROM THE CREATORS OF INSIDE THE CADAVER LAB TICKETS & BOX OFFICE: WWW.INSIDETHETREX.CO.UK EARLY BIRD 1ST RELEASE EARLY BIRD 2ND RELEASE STANDARD 1ST RELEASE SOLD OUT BOOK NOW 16TH MARCH SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY | AGES 6+ Strap it. Snap it. Roam anywhere. 25% OFF RoamSmartTracker.com Built in Elastic Strap No Subscriptions Over 1-Year Battery Life IP67 Waterproof Made with recyclable plastic Sustainable design innovation Only When Using QR Code +Free Shipping Code: Raring2GoFreeShip 6 June Golden Valley Vintage & Country Fair A full day of entertainment at Moorhampton Park Farm, Abbey Dore, Herefordshire. Golden Valley Classic Show will be exhibiting hundreds of vehicles including classic cars, engines, motorbikes and tractors. There will also be falconry, medieval re-enactment, farm animals, family dog show, tug of war, The Pony Club, axe throwing, Paws for Thought dog dancing, family dog show and a range of country stalls selling produce, crafts and more. www.vintageandcountryfair.co.uk ......................................................................... 6 June The Dinosaur That Pooped: A Rock Show at Swan Theatre, Worcester Adapted from the number 1 best-selling books by Tom Fletcher & Dougie Poynter, your family will have some roarsome fun and a poopy good time. www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ......................................................................... 9 – 10 June The Tiger Who Came to Tea at The Courtyard Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem.www.courtyard.org.uk ......................................................................... 9 June Bring Your Own Baby Comedy at Swan Theatre, Worcester Join us for an afternoon of hilarious comedy, where you can relax and have a good laugh at the best comedians in the UK, without needing childcare! www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ......................................................................... 14 June Waterworks Museum, Hereford Operating Day. Marvel at the working engines, enjoy some hands-on fun in the waterpark, explore the WW ll exhibition, and more. A great day out for all the family, with free entry for under 16s. www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk
20 raring2go.co.uk 21 Raring2go! CLUBS & CLASSES Raring2go! CLUBS & CLASSES Waves & slide sessions Creative Courage For Life® Stagecoach Performing Arts is the trading name of Stagecoach Theatre Arts Limited. Stagecoach Theatre Arts schools are operated under franchise and are independently owned by their Principals. Stagecoach and Creative Courage For Life are registered trademarks of Stagecoach Theatre Arts Limited. Singing, dancing and acting classes for year-olds Helping children believe they can do anything 01432 820818 St. Mary's Roman Catholic High School, HR1 4DR www.stagecoach/hereford Stagecoach Hereford 4 - 18 20 June Snip Snap! Rapunzel Retold at The Courtyard Full of humour, magic and surprising costume transformations, Snip Snap! reimagines the familiar with enchanting original imagery and playful glove puppets. www.courtyard.org.uk ......................................................................... 22 – 24 June Zog at Swan Theatre, Worcester Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic is brought to life in this delightful musical for children. This charming smash-hit show, featuring beautiful puppets by Little Angel, is a treat for children and adults. www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ......................................................................... 26 June Dr Seuss’ Cat In The Hat at Swan Theatre From the producers of ‘Spot’s Birthday Party’ Experience the mischief with the acclaimed stage adaptation of Dr Seuss’ The Cat In The Hat, a lively and engaging first theatre experience for young children aged 3+. www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ......................................................................... 27 June Severn Arts Summer Festival 2026 at The Guildhall, Worcester. A full-day free festival celebrating everything Severn Arts does, with performances and activities throughout the day. 10 am – 4 pm. www.severnarts.org.uk ......................................................................... 28 June Waterworks Museum, Hereford Operating Day. Theme: Armed Forces Day Sunday. Marvel at the working engines, enjoy some hands-on fun in the waterpark, explore the WW ll exhibition, and more. A great day out for all the family, with free entry for children under 16. www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk .........................................................................
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Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 24 raring2go.co.uk 25 Raring2go! SEND Rosedale is a unique, wheelchair-accessible holiday home situated in the beautiful Golden Valley area of Herefordshire, offering the ideal escape for families and groups. Sleeping up to ten people across five bedrooms, Rosedale is the perfect place for family get-togethers, with space for carers to come along too. All rooms are on the ground floor and step-free. Our most accessible bedroom has a hi-lo profiling bed with drop-down rails, ensuite wetroom with level access shower, and a choice of shower chairs. The wetroom toilet has wash/dry functionality (Closomat). This most accessible bedroom and its ensuite wetroom are covered by H-track ceiling hoists if required. Rosedale is set in lovely private gardens with beautiful views, wheelchair-accessible paths, a babbling brook, and even a hot tub (with a hoist if required). A separate games room with indoor and outdoor games, along with a small gym, ensures there is something for everyone. We also welcome dogs at no additional charge. Situated in a lovely village location, there is easy access to a local shop stocking all you would need for your stay There is also an award winning bistro, a bar with restaurant, a pub serving delicious food, a cafe, and a hairdresser, all just a ten-minute stroll away (under half a mile), so you can enjoy a meal out without taking the car too! Visit www.rosdaleholidays.co.uk or email info@rosedaleholdays.co.uk Activities for children with additional needs and disabilities All parents love to get out and about doing different activities and seeing new places with their children. When a child has special needs or disabilities it can make certain activities more challenging and not always suitable. We’ve pulled together this round-up of SEND activities, clubs and sessions taking place in our area to help you find something suitable for your family. Morning Explorers at Thinktank, Birmingham Morning Explorers is an accessibility program for autistic people and those with similar disabilities. Running on the second Saturday of each month, it offers some accessible adaptions to the museum experience, plus an optional Autism Friendly planetarium show. They offer early entrance into the museum at 9am, before the museum opens to the public at 10am. Flip Out in Hereford Flip Out run SEN sessions where the lights are dimmed and the music turned down. Carers go free for these hour-long sessions held every other Sunday morning, and in the evening of the first Thursday of every month. Little Pandas Play Cafe Herefordshire This lovely play cafe in Ross on Wye is never overcrowded due to their bookings policy. They also run even quieter SEN sessions fortnightly, on Tuseday afternoons. There is an excellent sensory room with padded floors, image projector, bubble tube, infinity mirror and fibre optic lights. Little Olive's Play Cafe Malvern A gorgeous cafe with great play spaces for little ones to enjoy including a bespoke and premium woodland themed soft play, and a friendly roleplay village. There's also a sensory nest to stimulate your little ones. SEN sessions are held every Thursday afternoon. The Courtyard, Hereford Award winners for their huge array of SEND provision, The Courtyard has all the facilities you could wish for, including a Changing Places. Relaxed performances of many shows and films are another example of their inclusivity, and they run SEN holiday clubs too. Full details of SEND provisions, inclusive classes, raves and shows can be found on their website. Worcester Theatres Swan Youth Theatre offers relaxed Saturday drama classes which are designed for children who might enjoy more support to learn theatre skills and build confidence. Children work in smaller groups than our weekday drama classes, and in a more relaxed environment.
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