BOOK NOW FOR CHRISTMAS P27 HALLOWEEN AND HALF TERM P6 WHAT’S ON AND WHERE TO GO P4 raring2go.co.uk AUTUMN 2023 MAGAZINE & WEBSITE THE GO-TO GUIDE FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILD KINGSTON AND MERTON
Welcome to the Autumn edition! Raring2go! Welcome to the Autumn Edition I hope you had a fabulous summer spending time making great family memories. Albert Campus delightfully said that ‘Autumn Is A Second Spring When Every Leaf Is A Flower’. As leaves fall, and days get shorter and cooler, Raring2go! is still the go-to guide for Autumn days out, Halloween, clubs, classes, holiday camps, fireworks and more... We also look ahead to Christmas, and festive shows. Many attractions get booked up early, so it pays to be organised, to ensure you get the date and time that you want if you are booking Christmas productions, or seeing Santa. When you are talking to local businesses, please remember to tell them that you saw them in Raring2go! Visit our website to see both local and national competitions, together with discounts and offers available to Raring2o! subscribers. Make sure you ‘localise’ to ensure you see the most relevant information for this area. Take a few minutes to view the host of information on our site, including recipes (including Halloween ones!), activities to do at home, events, and more. Finally... Make sure you make a note to change the clocks when daylight saving ends at 2am on Sunday 29th October. Have a fabulous Autumn! Kirsten Hackman xx Get in Touch: 07858 751776 kingstonandmerton@raring2go.co.uk
Raring2go! What’s on this Autumn Throughout October Garsons Pumpkin Picking / Halloween activities Garsons PYO Farm is open throughout October for autumnal crops. All visitors must have a pre-booked Farm Pass before arriving to gain entry, only available to purchase online. Visit the website for updates on picking pumpkins and Halloween activities. www.garsons.co.uk 7th/8th and Sat 14th – Monday 30th Oct Chessington World of Adventures Howl’o’ween Things are getting spoOoky once again at Chessington this October, with a Fa-BOO-lous Halloween event for the whole family - join us on selected October weekends and during half term! With frights and delights for the whole family, there is something exciting for everyone. Join in with singing, dancing and scaring, but if scares aren’t your thing, don’t worry, as the rest of the Theme Park and Zoo will be open to explore. Get ready to experience fun and thrills beyond your wildest screams… With entertainment for all ages, rides at dusk, Halloween fancy dress competitions AND a brand new trick or treat experience, Enchanted Hollow… we dare you not to miss out! Tickets are now available - Howl’o’ween includes full theme park and zoo entry. chessington.com Sunday 8th October: 2pm / 5pm ABBA Revival/Mozart Symphony Orchestra Abba for Kids (at Cadogan Hall) Designed with children and families in mind, this is the perfect way to introduce your kids to live pop music, with the added luxury of a symphony orchestra. All your favourite ABBA hits including ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Waterloo’, ‘Knowing Me, Knowing You’, ‘Thank You For The Music’, ‘Super Trooper’, ‘Money, Money, Money’, ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘The Winner Takes It All’ (and many more) feature in this all-singing, all-dancing performance. Suitable for age 6+ years. cadoganhall.com/whats-on/abba-for-kids-2023/ October What’s On This Autumn 4 raring2go.co.uk 14th/15th and Sat 21st - Tuesday 31st Oct Chessington Garden Centre Halloween Circus of Dreams Roll Up, Roll Up! Trick or Treat yourself to our scarily good Halloween Circus, as the Circus of Dreams bring their brand new show for 2023. Join us for a spooktacular week, with jaw-dropping stunts, hilarious comedy and edge-of-the-seat tricks, it’s a must see for any family during October half term! Featuring some scarily good performances from high wire, strong man, ariel loops and so much more you won’t believe your eyes. Suitable for all children. Shows last 45 minutes. www.chessingtongardencentre.co.uk/ Saturday 14th - Sunday 29th October Claremont Landscape Gardens Enchanted Claremont - Half Term Trail The Wandering Witch is organising an All Hallows Eve party for all the magical creatures that live at Claremont. Some of the creatures are helping with the party planning - can you find what the different creatures are bringing to the party? £2 plus normal admission nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/ claremont-landscape-garden Saturday 21st – Sunday 29th October Brooklands Museum Air Heads - October Half Term Join us for ‘Air heads’ this October half term as we explore the history of Aviation at Brooklands, with a wide range of activities. Join the Build a Paper Aircraft Family Workshop, or become a detective for the day completing the museum activity trail. Solve clues, de-code cryptic messages and find hidden objects across the Museum. Plus... join the Concorde Supersonic Walkthrough, or jump aboard one of London Bus Museum’s vintage buses for a relaxing ride out and around Brooklands. Pedal planes and cars will be available from the Paddock for our Under 5 visitors. brooklandsmuseum.com Monday 23rd – Sunday 29th October Chessington Garden Centre Kids Spooky Tea Book a Kids Halloween Spooky Tea. Halloween activities to celebrate Halloween include workshops, the circus and of course Spooky Tea! It’s definitely one of the best times of year to join us!
5 Raring2go! What’s on this Autumn November Saturday 21st – Sunday 29th October RHS Garden Wisley Spooktacular October half term Follow the fangtastic family trail around the garden this Spooktacular half term at RHS Garden Wisley. Look out for some scary sights, discover creepy crawlies and hear spooky stories – the perfect Halloween fun for all the family. www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley Saturday 21st – Sunday 29th October Hever Castle and Gardens Halloween Half Term Fun Get into the Halloween spirit with a family friendly spooky interactive trail, plus pebble painting and spooky Halloween story-telling. Frightening face painting also available (weekends only for an additional charge). hevercastle.co.uk Saturday 21st – Sunday 29th October WWT London eek! week A fantastic, fun wildlife learning eek!sperience for all the family. Put your spookometer to the test with our interactive activities. Will you dare to put your hand in a snake box, grab a photo op with a bat or get up close and personal with a toad? It’s a weirdly wild day out for the whole family. wwt.org.uk/london/ Saturday 21st - Sunday 29th October Bocketts Farm Witches and Wizards Week Enjoy a full packed programme of fun and freaky activities this Half Term including a Witches & Wizards Quiz trail, Reptile Roadshow, Birds of Prey and Slime Show. Plus, small animal encounters, tractor ride and lots of indoor and outdoor play. bockettsfarm.co.uk Saturday 21st – Sunday 29th October Godstone Farm Halloween Extravaganza Spooky fun this Halloween with activities including interactive broomstick lessons, pumpkin mini golf plus all the usual farmyard fun! godstonefarm.co.uk Saturday 21st – Sunday 29th October Halloween at Hampton Court Palace Explore Henry VIII’s notoriously haunted palace, and lose yourself in atmospheric projections and creepy sound effects as the palace is transformed by magical spells. hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace Saturday 21st Oct - Sun 12th November Painshill Fairy Door Trail Walk around the Painshill landscape and discover a series of secret doors – there are fairies living in the gardens! Wooden fairy doors are hidden around the woodlands and lake for you and your family to find. As you wander the route you will see the best spots for autumn colour. Enjoy some stunning trees, collect autumn leaves and celebrate the season. www.painshill.co.uk Sunday 22nd October Brooklands Museum London Bus Museum Transportfest Join us for Transportfest featuring extensive bus displays and rarely-seen early examples, taxis, military and emergency vehicles. There will be heritage bus trips, a collectors’ market, live music and children’s attractions. Normal admission applies. Monday 23rd – Friday 27th October Squires Garden Centres Create and Grow Spooky Half Term Paint a spooky tea light holder (booking essential) or follow the ghost trail. Fancy dress welcome! Please check the website for events at each centre. (Events are not running at Chertsey.) www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk/ Friday 27th - Saturday 28th October Godstone Farm Low Bang Fireworks With all the colour and sparkle, yet less noise, our fireworks event is perfect for little or sensitive ears! Booking essential. godstonefarm.co.uk Friday 3rd November Esher Rugby Fireworks Night & Fun Fair BANG! SPARKLE! FIZZ! Enjoy a great evening with spectacular fireworks, funfair, street food vendors, DJ and after party. An amazing night for the family. esherrugby.com Saturday 4th November Kempton Park Fireworks This annual event is a fun-filled evening for everyone. Join us for seasonal food and drinks, a funfair and the spectacular firework display! www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/kempton
6 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! What to Do and Where to go *All centres except Chertsey squiresgardencentres.co.uk Spooky Half Term Mon 23 – Fri 27 October* 9:30am – 1:30pm Book online Fun Craft Activities 21st - 29th October BROOMSTICK FLYING BOOK ONLINE HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA GODSTONE FARM’S Join us for all the spooky fun this halloween with activities includin interactive broomstick lessons, meet & reet with Rosina the fortune tellin witch, pumpkin mini olf, bu & beasties interactive sessions, plus all the usual farmyard fun! SAILING UNTIL OCTOBER HALF-TERM! Horrible Histories® is a registered trademark of Scholastic Inc. and is used under authorisation. Based on the bestselling books by Terry Deary and illustrated by Martin Brown © All rights reserved. TOWER BRIDGE QUAY terriblethames.com HHHHH ‘TOTALLY TERRIFIC!’ LondonTheatre1 FAMILY TICKETS FROM £60
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8 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! Toffee Apples Raring2make! FUN IDEAS FOR MAKING THINGS TOGETHER ‘Cakes are healthy too, you just eat a small slice’ Mary Berry www.raring2go.co.uk Toffee Apples with Baking Mad About the bake Please also visit the Raring2go! website for more great recipe ideas: www.raring2go.co.uk To test this drop a small amount in a glass of cold water. If it is ready a blob of toffee will form which is slightly stretchy but breaks with pressure. If using a thermometer, a hard crack should be between 146C - 155C. Step 4: Dip each apple into the toffee turning it to completely cover the apple. Step 5: Leave the apples on the prepared tray. Wrap in cellophane for gifting. With thanks to Baking Mad for this Toffee Apple recipe. More online at: bakingmad.com Toffee Apples are fun to make and share. Why not get creative and decorate with chocolate sprinkles or decorations to personalise your toffee apples? What are toffee apples made of? Toffee apples are the perfect treat for Bonfire Night or Halloween. Juicy apples are dipped into the sugar syrup and allowed to set. It you want to, this is when you can add your chocolate sprinkles or decorations. Ingredients: • 7 Apple(s) • 265g Billington's Unrefined Golden Caster Sugar • 130ml Water • 0.5 tsp White wine vinegar • 2 tbsp Golden syrup • 30g Butter (unsalted) Method Step 1: Prepare the apples by cutting out a small hole in the top and attaching a stick. Lightly grease a baking sheet for placing the coated apples on. Step 2: Dissolve the sugar in the water over a moderate heat. When it has dissolved, stir in the vinegar, syrup and butter. Step 3: Bring to the boil and cook until it reaches a hard crack stage. This should take about 10 minutes.
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10 raring2go.co.uk27 Helping children who are nervous on fireworks night Every child is unique, some like fireworks more than others and some don’t want to watch them at all which is fine. If your child is nervous around loud noises or is autistic, these are our suggested tips which may help. Explain what’s going to happen. Social or visual stories can be a great help. Let them know when they’re going, where they’re going and the different steps once you’re there. If you can include images, it will help. You can find videos of firework displays on YouTube if they have never watched a display before. Not sure where to start? Google ‘fireworks social stories’ for some ideas or Monkey World have an excellent example of a social story on their website. It’s not fireworks related but it is a great example! Go to www.monkeyworld.org, click on ‘Visit Us’ followed by ‘Disabled Facilities’ and then ‘Accessibility Guide’ to find it. Have plenty of distractions. Hungry children can become distressed children very quickly. Having snacks and drinks on hand can help, maybe even a hot chocolate on a cold night can keep children from worrying and keep their tummies happy too. Use ear defenders or ear plugs. Ear defenders obviously help with the noise, I also find that they help other people realise your child may have extra needs and give them a bit of space! If your child isn’t a fan of ear defenders (especially as they get towards the teen years) we find Loop ear plugs discreet and effective. Contact the venue If your child has a disability or condition, the venue may have a specific viewing area which might give them some extra space and help deal with the crowds. Comfy shoes! Footwear isn’t just essential for keeping little feet warm, my daughter finds the vibrations from the fireworks as off putting as the sound. Having shoes with squishy soles doesn’t elimate the issue but it can reduce it. Consider something low key at home If the noise of fireworks is a big no, maybe toasting marshmallows over a fire basket would be better, or a few sparklers, or one of our favourites is a Mystical Flame sachet that makes the flames burn different colours. (link to Mystical Flames on the QR code). THE FIREWORK CODE ALWAYS FOLLOW THE FIREWORK CODE ✷ Do not buy fireworks from UNLICENCED retailers. These fireworks may be unsafe and illegal. ✷ Only buy fireworks that comply with current safety standards.* ✷ Always keep fireworks in a closed box. Take them out one at a time and close the box. ✷ Never put fireworks in your pocket. ✷ Be considerate. Let your neighbours know you will be having a display, especially if they are elderly or they have pets or children. ✷ Avoid setting fireworks off late at night, particularly if it is a school-night. ✷ Ensure your pets are safe. ✷ Carefully follow the instructions on EACH firework. ✷ Never go back to a lit firework unless the instructions advise otherwise. ✷ Never throw fireworks; it is dangerous. ✷ Light fireworks one at a time, at the end of the fuse, and at arm’s length. ✷ Light sparklers one at a time and wear suitable gloves, even when lighting them. ✷ Never give sparklers to a child under the age of 5. ✷ Never throw spent fireworks on a bonfire. STAY SAFE, BE CONSIDERATE, AND DON’T BECOME A NUISANCE. * All fireworks supplied by BFA members are tested to conform to the current safety standards. If you require more information, contact the seller or any member of the BFA. www.britishfireworksassociation.co.uk Raring2go! Helping Nervous Children on Fireworks Night
11 Raring2go! What to Do and Where to Go Sat 21 – Sun 29 Oct Spooktacular half term fun at RHS Wisley Join us at RHS Garden Wisley this October half term (21-29 October) for some spooktacular half term fun! Follow the fangtastic family trail around the garden to look for some scary sights along the way and solve the spooky crossword puzzle. Head to the Clore Learning Centre for some seed planting and creepy crawly themed craft activities. Drop in sessions run from 10am-4pm throughout half term. There will be additional ‘Muddy Hands, Green Fingers’ garlic planting workshops on 26 October. These sessions last an hour and are aimed at children aged four plus. Surrey Bees will be exhibiting with additional craft and planting activities, including making a candle to light up the dark autumn nights. As well as spooky fun, there will be lots of harvest themed activities and an impressive pumpkin display. There will be a guided walk in the World Food Garden on 24 October where children Spooktacular Half Term Fun at RHS Garden Wisley from 21 – 29 October 2023 can learn all about this year’s harvest from RHS experts. It is also the ideal place to discover intriguing pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. Don’t miss the Wonky Apples musical play by Chris Jarvis from CBeebies on from 23-27 October. Themed around a magical harvest, the show will be filled with singing, dancing and lots of jokes. The performance is aimed at 3-9 year olds. Autumn is also a wonderful time of year to explore RHS Garden Wisley. Look for the bold colour of the Equinox Borders, and the copper, red and gold of the magnificent oak and beech trees around the garden. For further details, please visit www.rhs.org.uk/wisley.
12 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! What to Do and Where to Go The ultimate family-friendly Resort are getting ready for a hauntingly fun Halloween event, and a yuletide Christmas treat. When the sun sets, things are once again getting spooky at Chessington, as they celebrate the most frightful time of year on selected dates between October 7 and October 30 for their haunting and hair-raisingly hilarious Howl’o’ween event! With frights and delights for the whole family, there is something exciting for everyone. Join in with singing, dancing and scaring, but if scares aren’t your thing, don’t worry, as the rest of the Theme Park and Zoo will be open to explore. Get ready to experience fun and thrills beyond your wildest screams… Finish the year with some festive fun, as Winter’s Tail will be coming back to Chessington World of Adventures Resort this Christmas! With the Father Christmas Grotto, mischievous elves, selected Theme Park rides and Zoo offering all included in the ticket price - plus much more - Britain’s Wildest Adventure is ready to entertain the whole family, running on selected dates from November 25 to December 31. EXPERIENCE THRILLS AND FUN THIS YEAR AT CHESSINGTON WORLD OF ADVENTURES RESORT That’s not all… NEW for 2023, introducing the Enchanted Hollow. Meet the charming animal residents of Enchanted Hollow, as you and your family wander through the recently unearthed underground town complete with Mayor’s House, Post Office and Sweet Shop. This Halloween the locals are all ready to treat you… but beware, some do play cheeky tricks as well. Then during Winter’s Tail, wander through the delightful underground town in all its festive finery ready for Christmas, meeting the charming residents as they count down to the BIG day. You can find out more information and book your next WILD adventure or short break by visiting chessington.com.
13 Raring2go! What to Do and Where to Go BOOK NOW AT CHESSINGTON.COM Exclusion dates apply. Visit Chessington.com for more details. THINGS ARE GETTING SPOOOKY ONCE AGAIN THIS HALLOWEEN MAKE MAGICAL MEMORIES THIS CHRISTMAS 25TH NOV - 31ST DECEMBER A PURRRFECT CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE THIS AUTUMN 7-8TH, 14-30TH OCTOBER BEYOND YOUR WILDEST SCREAMS
1. Go on a nature scavenger hunt: Create a list of items to nd in nature during the autumn season, such as colourful leaves, acorns, pinecones, or certain types of birds. Explore local parks or nature trails together as you check off each item on the list. Need ideas, click here! https://raring2go.co.uk/activities/ have-fun-with-our-raring2go-outdoorscavenger-hunt/ 2. Carve or decorate pumpkins: Get creative with pumpkins! Have a pumpkin carving or decorating session with your kids. You can try traditional jack-o’-lantern faces or get inspired by other designs like animals, superheroes, or their favourite characters. 3. Visit a local apple orchard: Take a trip to a nearby apple orchard and let your kids pick their own apples. They’ll enjoy the experience of plucking fruit from trees, and you can later use the apples to make delicious treats like apple pie or caramel apples. 4. Create leaf art: Collect colourful leaves during your nature walks and use them to make leaf art. You can create leaf rubbings, press leaves in a book to preserve them, or even glue them onto paper to make autumn-themed collages. 5. Make Toffee Apples - a traditional scrummy recipe for all the family, you don’t have to make them just once you know! An Autumn bucket list for the family… 14 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! Family Autumn Bucket List
If you do one or all of our Raring2go! Autumn Bucket list, we hope you have fun! Have a fantastic time creating wonderful memories with your kids this autumn. 7. Create an ‘Autumn family portrait’: they grow up so fast, so capture those special moments in the amazing Autumn season. 6. Have a costume dress-up day: Organize a costume dress-up day for your kids, even if it’s not Halloween. Encourage them to dress up as their favourite characters or get creative with autumn-themed costumes like scarecrows, witches, or woodland creatures. 9. Create a memory jar: Autumn is a great time to make memories. Decorate a jar with your kids and encourage them to write down things they enjoyed during the Summer and are thankful for, on small slip of paper. Fill the jar throughout the season and read the notes together on a cosy autumnal evening by the re. 10. Make leaf piles and jump in them: Rake up a big pile of fallen leaves in your garden or a nearby park and let your kids experience the simple joy of jumping into the soft, colourful mound. It’s a classic autumn activity that never gets old and creates lasting memories 8. Plan a family ‘games’ night in- from Cluedo to Snap, there’s a family favourite for everyone! Raring2go! Family Autumn Bucket List 15
Well, I was wrong. Eight years on, those 3 hours every Saturday morning seem like the best investment I ever made in my daughter’s future. She was never the best actor, or singer, or dancer, but Jigsaw helped her achieve all that she could - and not just in the performing arts. Apart from having a huge amount of good, old-fashioned fun, Polly gained tremendous confidence, developed great social skills and learnt how to work in a team. Her teachers were always encouraging, sympathetic and completely professional and in their classes she flourished. Jigsaw Arts has over 25 schools in London and the south-east, catering for students aged 3-18. If you would like your child to learn performance techniques while improving their confidence and social skills, then why not sign them up? Why Jigsaw? A Parent’s Tale The competition for our children’s free time is ferocious. Tennis, ballet, French club - even Cordon Bleu cookery classes - they can do it all. And believe me, my kids did. They tried everything, at least once. As they discarded one activity after another, my bank balance shrank, the pile of unused trombones, football boots and hard hats grew, and I began to consider cartoons and computer games perfectly suitable (and cheap) entertainment. So when my eldest daughter asked to join a Jigsaw Performing Arts class held in a local school, I was reluctant to say the least. Three hours every Saturday seemed like a huge commitment for both of us, and Polly - a shy, timid 10 year old - had never shown any great desire to tread the boards. What on earth could she possibly get out of it? www.jigsaw-arts.co.uk
18 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! Clubs / Classes & Holiday Camps BE PART OF THE PARENTS’ GO-TO GUIDE THIS WINTER! Book in to the magazine today and we’ll get your details online straight away! kingstonandmerton@raring2go.co.uk Now taking bookings for the Winter 2023 edition, and for Spring 2024 early birds! TODDLERS & MINI GYM CLASS! Venue : Raynes Park Sports Pavilion, SW20 0BH Toddlers: 1-3yrs, Tues & Thurs 9.40am & 10.30am Mini Gym: 3-4yrs, Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs 1.20pm & 2.10pm, Wed 9.30 & 10.30am Spaces in Mini Gym, Waiting list for Toddler Gym, Winter term starts 4 Sept. A clearly structured programme, concentrating on the development of co-ordination, spatial awareness, mobility and gymnastic skills, providing a stimulating environment for increasing social skills and having lots of fun! Class run with 2/3 coaches, twin/triplets welcome The club and all coaches are members of the British Gymnastics Association. Phone Gill Holland 01252 702295/07885103080 www.tjsgymclub.co.uk
19 Raring2go! Clubs / Classes & Holiday Camps Better is a registered trademark and trading name of GLL (Greenwich Leisure Limited), a charitable social enterprise and registered society under the Cooperative & Community Benefit & Societies Act 2014 registration no. 27793R. Registered office: Middlegate House, The Royal Arsenal, London, SE18 6SX. Inland Revenue Charity no. XR43398. HEALTHY BODIES, HEALTHY MINDS 11 - 17 YEAR OLDS We believe that a healthy body leads to a healthy mind. Our Junior Membership is here to help you achieve both in a safe and supportive environment at: Canons Leisure Centre Morden Leisure Centre Wimbledon Leisure Centre & Spa Discover more at better.org.uk/merton
Raring2go! Clubs / Classes & Holiday Camps 20 raring2go.co.uk October Half Term Tennis Camp at Coombe Wood LTC Morning: 9am - 12noon Afternoon: 1pm - 4pm Full Day: 9am-4pm (available from Transit (orange) level) Use of large soft tennis balls with emphasis on having fun & basic tennis movements Our orange (Transit), green (Mini Champ) and yellow ball (Squad) groups will have a maximum of 8 players per coach. Our Tiny Tot & Shorties red ball classes will have a maximum of 4-6 players per coach. Our Classes Use of low compression tennis balls, child is able to play from midcourt Use of large soft tennis balls with emphasis on racquet & ball co-ordination skill Use of high compression tennis balls, child is able to play from baseline Use of proper tennis balls child is able to play from baseline Tiny Tots Age 4 - 5 Transits Age 8 - 9 Shorties Age 6 - 7 Mini Champs Age 9 - 10 Squad Age 11 + Booking terms & conditions • Payment must be made prior to commencement of the class. • Once payment is received a place is guaranteed unless we contact you. • If one or more sessions have to be cancelled due to Covid restrictions, they will be rescheduled to a later date or you will be given a credit for future sessions. • No refunds will be given for sickness or the need to self isolate. • If a class is cancelled because of bad weather, we will credit you with a holiday camp voucher. Our Prices (Member/Non-Member) Half Day £30/£36 £150/£180 per week Full Day £60/£72 £240/£288 per week coombewoodltc.com/camp For more information contact: Ollie Lloyd: 07748961359 or ollie@oltennis.com www.coombewoodltc.com/camp 28 Galsworthy Rd, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7BS Have fun and learn in a safe and picturesque environment Book a week & get a day free! 23rd - 27th October Five Top Tips For Fitter Kids! 1. MODEL IT. If your child sees you undertaking sport and physical exercise, they are more likely to take your values on board. It’s not what you say, but what you do that has an impact. If you exercise when they are at school or asleep, talk about it at dinner or breakfast and let your exercise equipment be visible. Going out for a run or bike ride? Announce it! Let them know what you’re doing and how much you enjoy it. 2. EVEN BETTER, GET ACTIVE TOGETHER! Children are naturally competitive and thrive on rewards, so take advantage! Try a family fun run, or get even the most reluctant runner charging around with a Colour Run, Santa Run or Glow Run. There are usually medals at the end too for them to proudly display at home. 3. MIX IT UP. Try as many sports as possible to develop your child’s motor skills. Children are natural cross-trainers, so the more a child is exposed to different physical activities, the more control and awareness they will have of their bodies. This helps their confidence and belief in themselves and also helps them see what sports they really enjoy. 4. PRAISE THE EFFORT RATHER THAN THE OUTCOME. Children who aren’t naturally athletic need to hear how pleased you are when they’ve achieved even a small goal. Perhaps they’ve walked further than before or maybe they’ve chosen to do something active over sitting at a screen. Whatever it is, praise the effort and the achievement they’ve met. 5. HAND OVER CONTROL. Let your children take turns at choosing an active pursuit or after school / half term holiday camp. Even if it’s a trip to the park or a walk with the dog, it all counts as exercise and if your child feels a sense of control, they are more likely to want to do it again. 5
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Raring2go! Raring2go! Book Review 23 British Science Week 5th - 14th March Away With Words By Sophie Cameron Reviewed by Willow Brown, Aged 10 - West Midlands Raring2Read! BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FAMILIES Does your family enjoy reading? Then join our Facebook group, to share ideas, tips and recommendations. www.facebook.com/groups/raring2read This book was great. It showed me what it would be like to go to school in a country when I cannot speak the language and how difficult it must be for non-English speakers. I couldn’t put this book down! It tells the story of two girls - one who is a non-English speaker from Catalan who moves to Scotland and the other - a girl who has selective mutism. My favourite thing about this book is the way it is written - it is structured really well, representing what it feels like to not understand the language with squiggly lines ~~~~~ as if it is just all mumbled jumbled up words coming out because she is not English. I sympathised with the character and it made me think about children in my school. Raring2go! would like to thank LoveReading4Kids, for this wonderful review. LoveReading4Kids, the UK’s leading children’s book recommendation website, is now a bookstore with social purpose, where 25% of the cover price can be donated to a school to buy books. Because books change lives. Buy a Book. Support a School. Make a Difference. For more information, or to purchase books for children or young adults, pleasevisit: www.lovereading4kids.co.uk Huge thanks to Willow Brown for her brilliant review. purchase books for children or young adults, please visit:
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Raring2go! European Day of Languages 2023 25 European Day of Languages The European Day of Languages is an annual celebration held on September 26th to promote linguistic diversity and cultural understanding across Europe. In 2023, this vibrant event promises to be a grand celebration of languages, bringing together people from various backgrounds to honour the rich tapestry of European linguistic heritage. On this special day, language enthusiasts, educators, and language learners will organize a wide range of activities and events throughout Europe. Language fairs, workshops, competitions, and language exchange programmes will be organised to encourage the learning and appreciation of different languages. Cultural performances, storytelling sessions, and language-themed exhibitions will showcase the diversity and beauty of European languages. In classrooms, students will engage in interactive language lessons, exploring not only the major European languages like English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian but also lesser-known regional and minority languages. Language learning apps, online platforms, and digital resources will be extensively utilised to make language learning accessible to all. European institutions, governments, and educational institutions will actively participate in promoting multilingualism and fostering language learning initiatives. Public campaigns will be launched to emphasise the importance of language skills for personal growth, intercultural communication, and professional opportunities. The European Day of Languages 2023 will serve as a platform to celebrate Europe's linguistic diversity, encourage language learning, and promote cross-cultural understanding among individuals of different nationalities. By embracing the beauty of languages, Europe aims to strengthen its unity and celebrate the unique linguistic tapestry that contributes to its cultural richness. Would you like your child to learn another language? A language school or tutor maybe closer than you think.
26 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! Cycle Safely at Night In a world that's constantly on the move, cycling remains a timeless activity that brings families closer together while promoting a healthy lifestyle. At bikebook, we're not just passionate about bikes – we're dedicated to ensuring every family's cycling journey is as safe as it is enjoyable. Our mission is simple: to connect families with local bicycle mechanics who ensure that their children's bikes are not only ready to ride but also are safe. In this article, we'll explore how bikebook ensures your families’ bikes are safe to ride, and we'll delve into the importance of well-maintained bikes and safety measures for night time riding. There's nothing quite like the joy of watching our children pedal down the street with their friend. But as parents, ensuring their safety is paramount. That's where bikebook steps in – our platform simplifies the process of finding a reliable local bicycle mechanic. These skilled professionals specialise in tuning up bikes, inspecting safety features, and ensuring that every nut and bolt is secure. By connecting families with these expert mechanics, bikebook is empowering parents to give their children the gift of safe and worry-free cycling adventures. As we head into autumn and the days get shorter, the dangers of night time riding increases. Riding in the dark poses unique challenges and requires additional safety precautions. Reduced visibility makes it crucial for cyclists to be visible to others on the road. Therefore, it is imperative that your children’s bike has the proper lighting for the conditions. Just as stars light up the night sky, bike lights and reflectors illuminate the road, ensuring that cyclists are seen by drivers and pedestrians alike. Bike lights and reflectors are a cyclist's best friends when the sun dips below the horizon. Reflectors bounce back light from vehicles, making cyclists visible from a distance. At bikebook, we recommend outfitting bikes with reflectors on wheels, pedals, and handlebars. But don't stop there! Adding front and rear lights is equally vital. A white light on the front signals your presence to oncoming traffic, while a red light at the back warns those behind you. The synergy between reflectors and lights creates a protective shield that envelops cyclists in a warm glow of safety, even in the darkest of nights. In a world full of fast-paced adventures, cycling provides families with a timeless way to bond and explore. With bikebook's dedication to connecting families with local bicycle mechanics, parents can ensure their children's bikes are in tip-top shape for every journey. Moreover, our commitment to promoting safety extends to night time cycling, where lights and reflectors become the stars guiding cyclists through the night. So, saddle up, families, and let bikebook be your guiding light to safer and more memorable cycling experiences. Raring2go! Safety when riding your bike at night Bicycle servicing made easy!
27 Raring2go! What to Do and Where to Go this Winter Start planning and get Ahead for Christmas! Straw poll! Do you feel totally stressed by the time that Christmas arrives? Preparation and organisation is the key to a stress-free festive season. Make lists, prioritise, decide what’s important or “nice to have”, and pick a cut-off date for planning. Christmas is for you to enjoy too! September - start planning! Once the kids are back at school, make a detailed list of everything you need to do. Make sure you use it! • Check what Christmas supplies you have. Your audit should include wrapping paper, sticky tape, gift tags, ribbons / bows, Christmas cards, decorations and even stamps. Don’t forget to check if your Christmas lights still work! • Make a gift list; identify what needs posting. You don’t want to spend more on postage than you do on the gift, so consider how to package up these items. Take advantage of 2 for 1 offers etc. and check what might need batteries. Set a budget and stick to it. • Book early! Grottos, pantos, and Christmas shows can get booked up quickly, so book early to get what you want. If you’re travelling, try to book early to get the cheapest tickets. October / November - Get going! • Declutter out-grown toys, clothes/books. Make space with a clear-out! Either sell / give away the items, or donate them to a local charity. • You can start cards and wrapping early. Write a few a day, rather than leaving it all until the last minute and don’t under-estimate how long wrapping takes. Check UK and international posting dates for cards and parcels. And... Don’t forget where you’ve hidden your children’s gifts! • Plan food! Cupboard staples can be bought and stored. Cook and freeze meals in advance, and remember to pre-order your turkey. December - Relax! Have fun decorating the tree, enjoy the children’s school nativity or show, watch family movies and spend quality time with family and friends.
28 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! What to Do and Where to Go this Winter Book Now for Christmas! Saturday 18th Nov – Sunday 24th Dec Chessington Garden Centre Santa’s Christmas Wonderland To begin the festive experience, you will start by watching a short, animated film to get you into the Christmas spirit, and from here your journey will begin. Each room features a different theme to take you through an adventure of magic and wonder. You’ll be lucky enough to privately visit Father Christmas in his own cosy cabin, where himself and his very own group of elves will be checking your name twice on the gift list. www.chessingtongardencentre.co.uk/ Saturday 18th Nov – Sunday 24th Dec Peacock Theatre The Snowman Back for its 26th year, The Snowman is a magical stage adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson. Featuring music and lyrics by Howard Blake, including the song ‘Walking in the Air’, and amazing choreography by Robert North, all of which is accompanied by a live orchestra. peacocktheatre.com/ Friday 24th Nov – Tuesday 2nd January Glow at RHS Garden Wisley Let it Glow! Enjoy an unmissable after dark spectacle of lights this festive season, perfect for families and friends. www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley Sat 25th Nov – Sunday 31st December Chessington World of Adventures Winter’s Tail Finish the year with some festive fun, as Winter’s Tail returns! With the Father Christmas Grotto, mischievous elves, selected Theme Park rides and Zoo offering all included in the ticket price - plus much more - Britain’s Wildest Adventure is ready to entertain the whole family, running on selected dates from November 25 to December 31. Plus, NEW for 2023, visit the charming residents of Enchanted Hollow as they prepare for a magical Christmas. chessington.com. Friday 8th – Sunday 10th December Guildford Spectrum Alice in Wonderland on Ice Discover the magic and madness of Alice in Wonderland on ice. guildfordspectrum.co.uk Saturday 3rd – Saturday 31st December Richmond Theatre Goldilocks and the Three Bears Join Dick Whittington as he seeks fame, fortune, and happiness journeying to become Lord Mayor. Can he outwit the evil rodent King Rat and free the city from his team of revolting rodents? Find out in the ultimate magical pantomime adventure! Writer, actor, comedian, radio and television presenter Paul Merton will be stepping out from behind the iconic Have I Got News For You desk as the Panto Dame’s role of Sarah the Cook! www.atgtickets.com/shows/ dick-whittington/richmond-theatre/ Friday 8th December – Sunday 7th Jan New Wimbledon Theatre Cinderella You shall go to the ball with the spectacular family pantomime Cinderella. Join Cinders as she goes from rags to riches, outwits her very wicked sisters and meets her Prince Charming. The clock is ticking, so book your tickets today! Joining the fab-u-lous Wicked Stepmother Craig Revel Horwood will be Wimbledon fan-favourite, comedian and magician extraordinaire Pete Firman as Buttons, returning for his third Wimbledon panto… www.atgtickets.com/shows/ cinderella/new-wimbledon-theatre/ Friday 8th – Sunday 31st December Princes Hall, Aldershot Aladdin Join our hero Aladdin on this glittering magic carpet ride. Aladdin dreams of marrying the beautiful Princess Jasmine, but the law decrees only a Prince can marry a Princess. If only Aladdin could make his fortune, then all their dreams could come true… www.princeshall.com Sunday 17th December: 2pm and 5pm Mozart Symphony Orchestra The Snowman (at Cadogan Hall) The Mozart Symphony Orchestra returns to Cadogan Hall, for which the film is shown on the big screen with a live symphony orchestra providing the soundtrack. 14-year-old Alice Mackenzie sings the aria made so famous by Aled Jones: ‘Walking in the Air’. Plus, The Gruffalo (for narrator and orchestra) makes a welcome return alongside its sequel, The Gruffalo’s Child, with each character in the tale represented by a different instrument of the orchestra. This concert is the perfect Christmas treat for all the family. cadoganhall.com/
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31 Raring2go! What to Do and Where to Go this Winter White You’ll be walking in the air... Sadler’s Wells presents the Birmingham Rep production of The Snowman The stage show based upon the book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson and produced by John Coates Music and Lyrics by Howard Blake. Choreographed by Robert North, Directed by Bill Alexander, Design by Ruari Murchison, Lighting Design by Tim Mitchell Copyright © Snowman Enterprises Limited 2023. THE SNOWMAN™ is a trademark of Snowman Enterprises Limited. 18 Nov - 30 Dec 2023 “Sheer theatrical magic” The Times “The Snowman is still one of the best shows in London” Time Out, 2022
Cadogan Hall, Chelsea, Sunday 17th December 2023 at 2.00 and 5.00 Tickets: £34, £32, £28, £18 from the Cadogan Hall Box Office Tel: 020 7730 4500 www.cadoganhall.com All orders subject to a transaction fee unless made in person © Snowman Enterprises Limited “The Snowman” by Raymond Briggs is published by Puffin. Image © Snowman Enterprises Ltd www.thesnowman.com “You would be hard pushed to find a more magical Christmas experience” The Times HOWARD BLAKE The Snowman Projected onto a large screen with a live orchestral accompaniment CONDUCTOR: PHILIP MACKENZIE SOPRANO: ALICE MACKENZIE d a more stmas MOZART SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
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