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Raring2go! WELCOME 3 GET IN TOUCH e: emily.parker@raring2go.co.uk t: 07841 337054 w: raring2go.co.uk/ipswich-and-felixstowe Welcome to our Spring magazine! Spring is in the air, bringing longer days, warmer weather, and plenty of opportunities for family fun outdoors! In this edition, you’ll find a fantastic selection of Easter activities and holiday clubs, along with ideas to get active together. Whether you’re planning a trip to Colchester Zoo or enjoying the ‘Easter Egg Olympics’ at Hollow Trees Farm, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. And don’t forget—the clocks ‘spring forward’ on Sunday, March 30th! Have a wonderful time, and be sure to mention Raring2go! when visiting the places featured. Emily Clip ‘n Climb Ipswich Fun & engaging climbing for all! Book online www.clipnclimbipswich.com CLAIM 1 x LEAP OF FAITH & 1 x VERTICAL DROP SLIDE WORTH £6 Min. height restriction 120cm Present coupon at reception to redeem. Valid until 22/04/25 Editor & local mum.
Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Fun and Eggs-ercise at Hollow Trees Farm Easter Egg Olympics Why not spring into action this Easter at Hollow Trees Farm? From Monday 7th April until Tuesday 22nd inclusive the Easter Egg Olympics will be taking place on the Farm Trail alongside all the usual farm fun. The Trail team will be encouraging you to hop, skip and jump your way around the egg themed activities. Time yourself on the Egg100 run, challenge yourself on the Eggstacle course and see how far you go on the Egg-stra long jump. Ride the Egg-citing sledges and have a round of the No Yolk football golf! The fun continues as you craft your own medal and become an Egg Olympian. Book best value tickets for the online price of £7.50 per adult or child. (two years and under free) The Farm Trail opens at 10am each day and closes at 5pm, last entry is at 3pm. Join us this Easter for lots of eggceptional fun at Hollow Trees Farm Easter Egg Olympics. 4 raring2go.co.uk
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Raring2go! HOLIDAY CAMPS 7 HAF-funded places available at Easter For more info: Tel: 0330 055 0033 inspirecharityuk.org Children’s holiday clubs Enjoy our exciting activity programme that includes: Multi-sports Arts & crafts Dance and Gymnastics Dedicated football-only club on our brilliant 3G pitch BOOK HERE *Plus 3% booking fee. ‘Inspire’ is the trading name of Inspire Suffolk Limited. Address: Inspire Suffolk Ltd, Lindbergh Road, Ipswich, IP3 9QX. Registered in England and Wales: 04881803. Registered charity: England & Wales 1101519. £25* from per day
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Raring2go! CLUBS & CLASSES 9 PERFORMING ARTS CLASSES FOR 4-18 YEAR OLDS LITTLE VOICES SUFFOLK Contact Evie on 07362 429298 for more information and to book a FREE TRIAL! suffolk@littlevoices.org.uk www.littlevoices.org.uk/suffolk/ All Little Voices Principals and Tutors are fully enhanced DBS checked. Little Voices is a registered trademark of Little Voices Limited. Little Voices schools and centres are operated as a franchise, LLP or sole trader and are independently owned by the franchisee or individual. Terms and conditions apply. Little Voices Suffolk offer drama and singing classes that help young people grow in confidence and develop essential life skills such as teamwork, communication, and resilience. Small Class Sizes Yearly LAMDA Exams A Safe Space to Explore Creatively
10 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! HOLIDAY CLUBS Easter Themed Camps For Children Aged 4-11 Years Old Sports Mania (a day of sports inclduing glow in the dark dodgeball) Football Mania (a day of football skills, drills and matches) Dance Mania (a day of learning dance steps and moves) New Creative Mania (a day that can include science experiments, arts and crafts, baking and forest schools) New Party Mania (a day of party games, disco, easter movies, easter party bu et and easter egg hunt) Venues In Trimley St. Martin / Kesgrave / Saxmundham HAF FREE FUNDED SPACES AVAILABLE www.xtratimesportsdevelopment.co.uk
11 Raring2go! HOLIDAY CLUBS Looking for an action-packed, greatvalue holiday camp this school holiday? Leisure World Holiday Camps are the perfect choice for fun, flexibility, and peace of mind! - OFSTED Registered – a safe, structured environment - Swimming Fun – enjoy the Leisure Pool and flumes - Pedal Power – get cycling at Colchester Sports Park camps - Flexible Options – short & long days available - Sports Galore – enjoy a variety of sports - Saver Rates – fantastic value Book online now to keep kids active, engaged, and smiling all holiday long. colchesterleisureworld.co.uk/kidsactivities/holiday-camp/
Stonham Barns Park is one of Suffolk’s premier destination locations. Set in over 140 beautiful countryside acres, it offers a world of indoor and outdoor activities, a holiday park and a retail village full of contemporary and artisan shops. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK FREE PARKING STONHAMBARNS.CO.UK STONHAM BARNS PARK, STONHAM ASPAL, SUFFOLK IP14 6AT. TELEPHONE: 01449 711 111 EAT • DRINK • SHOP PLAY • STAY • HOLIDAY 30+ FAMILY SHOWGROUND EVENTS A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY POST OFFICE CHILDREN’S ATTRACTIONS Play area with climbing frame, traditional fairground, train rides, pottery painting, fishing. STONHAM BARNS GOLF PARK Golf, adventure golf, footgolf, indoor golf, foot pool. CARTERS OF SUFFOLK Teapot manufacturer or paint your own pottery. HOLIDAY PARK Bring your own tent, caravan or motorhome. Hire a fishing lodge or holiday static. A PLACE WHERE MEMORIES ARE MADE STONHAM BARNS LAKES 3 fully stocked fishing lakes. FOOD AND DRINK Delicious food and drink in Cafe 24 and The Pottery Tea & Cake Shop RETAIL VILLAGE Over 40 unique shops and businesses plus all your essentials. HOLIDAY HOMES FOR SALE Purchase a holiday lodge to use again and again 11 months of the year. DOGS WELCOME
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Choose from 4 party themes: Romans, Castles, Dragons or Unicorns Celebrate in Style for children aged 5-11 years, enjoy a private tour with a costumed guide. Prices start from £180 to book call 01206 282939 Celebrate your child's special day at Colchester Castle! Looking for a unique birthday party venue? Look no further than Colchester Castle’s birthday party packages for children aged 5-11. Parties include a private tour of the Castle, where guests can explore over 2,000 years of fascinating history. After the tour, guests can unleash their creativity with arts and crafts, followed by birthday treats in a dedicated space. All you need to do is bring the refreshments and the all-important birthday cake! Set against a stunning historic backdrop, let your child be the star of the day and celebrate in style. Attention Kids! (of all ages) Go wild!...Be Free!..Have Fun!...Be Noisy!... ! 01473 602347 • info@suffolkskicentre.co.uk • www.suffolkleisurepark.co.uk The Suffolk Leisure Park, Bourne Hill, Wherstead, Ipswich IP2 8NQ Go wild!...Be Free!..Have Fun Skiing • Tobogganing • Ringos • Snowboarding • High Ropes Go w Skiing • gganing Tobo • Ringos • Snowboarding g Golf Driving Range • Mini Adventure Golf • Birthday Parties Holiday Activity Days and The Lodge Restaurant Call now for more information about Kids Skiing Workshops age 7-15 years and Snowboarding lessons ( age 12 and over) surepark co uk e 7 y Raring2go! PARTIES
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Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 16 raring2go.co.uk The South Suffolk Show Come and celebrate country life at The South Suffolk Show near Bury St Edmunds on Sunday 11th May! The Imps Motorcycle Display Team, the world’s premier military style display team, will be performing in the Grand Ring with a disciplined drill of precision and skill on motorbikes, whilst 4 Strides Equestrian UK Ltd will be showcasing the speed, agility and athletic ability of rodeo with barrel racing. There will be plenty to see outside the grand ring including farriers in the forge, gun dogs working, pigs racing, farm machinery new and old and the 3 Sixty Bicycle Stunt Team! Not to mention the Lifestyle Marquee packed with unique creations, the Food Hall full of tempting treats, and sheep, pigs, cattle and horses all competing for rosettes amongst trade stands galore! Even canine companions will be catered for with a fun dog show (entries on the day), and if you dare, the fun fair will be there! www.southsuffolkshow.co.uk
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 17 @suffolkarchives Running to 31 May 2025 l Free admission At The Hold, Ipswich Waterfront Departures explores emigration from Suffolk to all across the globe throughout history. Including early colonists arriving in America, the excitement of the Gold Rushes, and ‘Ten Pound Poms’ leaving for Australia. The exhibition will uncover personal stories of emigrants from Suffolk. Why did they leave? What did they experience? What is the legacy today of over 400 years of emigration from Suffolk? To book tickets, please scan the QR code or visit: www.suffolkarchives.co.uk/whatson Come and enjoy some family-friendly crafts this Easter half-term. Spring into your creativity! Children need to be accompanied by an adult. Held at The Hold and selected Suffolk libraries. Find out more at: www.suffolkarchives.co.uk LET’S GET CRAFTY: EASTER Ages 4-11
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OPEN DAILY from 10.00AM DISCOVER SOME OF THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL OWLS & AND FASCINATING BIRDS OF PREY plus MEERKATS ARMADILLOS PORCUPINES RED SQUIRRELS TALKS & FEEDING TIMES • DISCOVERY CENTRE • SCHOOL VISITS & HOME EDUCATION DEPT. KASTLE AT MEER Suffolk Owl Sanctuary, Stonham Barns Park, Stonham Aspal IP14 6AT 0345 680 7897 • info@owl-help.org.uk • www.owl-help.org.uk Discovery trail for youngsters with a prize for all! Great School Holiday Fun! All you need for a fun day out at Suffolk Owl Sanctuary & Nature Centre Lots of things for young visitors to see & do! Don’t forget to visit the Meerkat Mob at SOS2 for more fun next door! S.O.S. SAFARI SUFFOLK OWL SANCTUARY and nature centre Reg. Charity 1086565
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26 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! RECIPE 24 .co.uk 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 160oC. • 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 Learning to swim is a vital life skill which every child should experience. Swimming lessons at Mid Suffolk Leisure Centre and Stradbroke Swimming Pool and Fitness Centre help children to have fun and be active, as well as giving them the ability to get out of potentially dangerous situations. The centres are run by leading operator Everyone Active in partnership with Mid Suffolk District Council. The need for extra-curricular tuition is clear, with Sport England stating that nearly one in three children leave primary school unable to swim 25m unaided. Everyone Active can help your child to learn a skill which could save their lives, thanks to its awardwinning learn to swim programme. The programme offers lessons for all ages and abilities, with child classes starting at four months, right through to adult classes. All swimming teachers are Swim England level 2 – or equivalent – qualified. For more information, visit everyoneactive.com/centre EXTRA SWIMMING LESSONS COULD SAVE LIVES *GB only. 17+. Promotion opens 09.00 06/01/2025 closes 23.59 on 31/03/2025. Internet access required. Name, phone number and email address required to enter. There is one prize of 12 consecutive weeks of swimming lessons at the winner’s local Everyone Active leisure centre. Lessons available for children aged 4 months to 15 years only, nominated by the winner. Visit everyoneactive.com/win-swimminglessons to enter and for full terms and exclusions. 3 months of swimming lessons at your local Everyone Active leisure centre!* Raring 2 Go West Suffolk has teamed up with Everyone Active to offer our readers the chance to win 3 months of child swimming lessons at their local swimming pool. For your chance to win please visit everyoneactive.com/winswimming-lessons and complete the entry form. WIN 31201_Raring 2 Go West Suffolk Spring Half Page advertorial.indd 1 11/02/2025 11:54
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