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Welcome to the Winter edition! Raring2go! Welcome to the Winter Edition! Christmas is such a magical time of year, and this year there seems to be even more going on locally! Whether you wish it could be Christmas every day or you’re a bit bah humbug over the festive season, I hope we’ve got something for everyone, to ensure a wonderful Winter. Santa and his elves are already making final preparations for his busy travels on Christmas Eve. In this edition, you’ll find out where to meet Santa, together with lots of ideas for family days out. Make sure you remember to use any discounts offered. We are very lucky to have such fabulous local attractions on our doorstep, so please make sure you mention that you’ve seen them in Raring2go! when visiting. Although the winter edition is the last issue of the year, we don’t just put our feet up until Spring! Our social media channels and website gives you loads of family-friendly resources and information, including recipes, activities for inside and out, places to go, and more. If you sign up as a member, not only can you enter our local and national competitions and access our Raring2go! discounts and vouchers, you can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for all the latest news. Wishing you all a very wonderful Christmas! Kirsten Hackman xx Get in Touch: 07858 751776 kingstonandmerton@raring2go.co.uk
November Festive Family Fun / Where’s Santa? Raring2go! Festive Family Fun / Where’s Santa? 4 raring2go.co.uk Saturday 16th Nov – Sunday 5th January Wimbledon Quarter Ice Skating at the Quarter Set within Wimbledon Quarter’s winter wonderland, our ice rink has DOUBLED IN SIZE providing weather-proof festive fun for families, friends and couples of all ages and abilities. Join us as we bring the magic to Wimbledon once again with a 20m x 14m real-ice rink, located inside Wimbledon Quarter – so we’ll be skating no matter the weather! There will be sessions for everyone including dedicated quiet and sensory-friendly slots and children’s skates and aids. So lace up your skates and join us at Wimbledon Quarter, where the magic of the season awaits! wimbledonquarter.com/event/ ice-skating-at-the-quarter-2024/ Saturday 16th Nov - Sunday 26th Jan Polka Theatre The Nutcracker A festive, magical quest for the whole family inspired by the story of ‘The Nutcracker’. Full of surprising rodent singalongs and featuring a sleigh-load of familiar festive bangers that’ll have you dancing in your seat. polkatheatre.com/ Friday 22nd November - Friday 3rd Jan Hever Castle and Gardens Christmas at Hever Immerse yourself in a magical Christmas in the Castle, witness enchanting reimaginations of classic tales on the trail and meet beloved characters. As darkness falls from 4pm, the grounds are magically transformed, as the castle, gardens and lake are bathed in festive lights. www.hevercastle.co.uk Friday 22nd November - Sunday 5th Jan Glow at RHS Garden Wisley It’s the brightest night of the year! Packed with sparkling new features for 2024, bring family and friends for an enchanting festive experience. See the garden transformed on a wonderful new illuminated trail, and enjoy festive food and Christmas shopping. www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley/ Saturday 9th Nov - Tues 24th December Garsons Esher Meet & Greet Father Christmas The Long Winter and the White Witch’s magic has been lifted. Book your tickets to meet Father Christmas in a magical Narnia setting. www.bookfatherchristmas.co.uk/GarsonsEsher Thursday 14th Nov - Sunday 5th January Festive Fun in Kingston Upon Thames From the charming Christmas Market to the magical Nutcracker Trail, featuring 15 life-sized Nutcracker statues hidden around the town centre, there’s something for everyone. Experience the magic of Christmas in Kingston with sparkly lights, late night shopping, live music, and more. kingstonuponthames.info/christmas2024 Friday 15th Nov - Saturday 4th January Windsor Great Park Illuminated Be captivated as woodland and water come to life at Windsor Great Park with dazzling NEW lights, spectacular displays of colour and breathtaking reimagined projections. windsorilluminated.com/ Saturday 16th Nov - Tues 24th December Chessington Garden Centre Santa’s Christmas Wonderland A cheerful elf sits beneath a towering, twinkling Christmas tree, inviting visitors to a short, magical Christmas story. Once the tale concludes, visitors step through the front door of a life-sized gingerbread house, entering a kitchen that’s a feast for the senses. Board a magical train that promises to whisk them away to a snow-covered Christmas town, and to the heart of Santa’s workshop… It’s time to meet Santa… www.chessingtongardencentre.co.uk
5 Raring2go! Festive Family Fun / Where’s Santa? Friday 22nd Nov - Sunday 5th January Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink Skate Through History Set against the backdrop of Henry VIII’s historic home, Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink is the perfect way to glide into the season. Lace up your skates, bring your loved ones, and get ready for an enchanting experience on the ice. hamptoncourtpalaceicerink.co.uk/ Saturday 23rd Nov - Tuesday 24th Dec Father Christmas at Godstone Farm! Father Christmas has his wellies on and is ready to welcome you to his enchanted grotto. With so many magical activities to enjoy, from ‘Jingle and Jangle’s Christmas Adventure’, an interactive and captivating show, to festive cookie decorating and crafts, this promises to be a Christmas like no other! godstonefarm.co.uk Saturday 23rd Nov - Tuesday 24th Dec Hobbledown Epsom / Hobbledown Heath A Christmas encounter to remember! With twinkling lights and festive treat trails, step into Santa’s magical grotto - he’s heard so much about you, and has been waiting all year to meet you... New offerings for 2024 include After School Santa’s Grotto and Toddler Storytime with Santa. www.hobbledown.com Saturday 23rd Nov - Tuesday 24th Dec Squires Garden Centre Meet Santa in his magical grotto Be welcomed by one of the jolly elves and chat with Santa himself - you can ask him what you’ve always wanted to know! Running on selected dates and centres. www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk Saturday 23rd Nov - Tuesday 31st Dec Chessington World of Adventures Winter’s Tail Get ready to unwrap the magic of Christmas at Winter’s Tail, with our brand new Christmas Village, promising a sleigh-full of festive delights for the whole family to enjoy! With the help of our jolly elves step into a world of wonder as you journey through a festive wonderland to meet the big man. Take a break from decking the halls and dive into the excitement with select rides and amazing attractions PLUS a Christmas Panto! After Christmas, dust off those Christmas blues and join us with your nearest and DEERest for some post-Christmas fun. www.chessington.com/explore/events/christmas/ Saturday 23rd Nov - Saturday 4th Jan London Transport Museum Christmas at the Museum All aboard for festive fun! Santa will be landing his sleigh at the Museum to meet families from 23 November until 23 December. Step into a magical winter scene in our Transportorium Garden where little ones can climb aboard Santa’s interactive sleigh adorned with buttons, bells and lights for imaginative play. Activities will also run right through to the new year. www.ltmuseum.co.uk/ Saturday 23rd Nov - Saturday 4th Jan Peacock Theatre The Snowman Make your Christmas a cracker with this family treat that will melt your heart. Join the Boy as his Snowman comes to life and they embark on a magical adventure far across the world. This is a magical stage adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson. peacocktheatre.com Saturday 23rd Nov - Sunday 5th Jan Polesden Lacey A Christmas Masquerade See the extravagantly decorated house styled as a Christmas masquerade ball, ride on the Christmas carousel and enjoy the festive family trail. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/polesden-lacey/ Thursday 28th Nov – Sunday 5th January Epsom Downs Racecourse Epsom on Ice Ice skating for the whole family with fun guaranteed! PLUS enjoy a wide variety of delicious festive food and drinks! The ice rink is covered, with free on-site parking. thejockeyclub.co.uk/epsom/events-tickets/ice-skating Friday 29th Nov - Tuesday 24th Dec Battersea Arts Centre Santa’s Grotto Setting up shop in our historic building, we’ve decked the halls and created a cosy nook for Old Saint Nick ready to meet your loved ones this festive season. bac.org.uk/whats-on/santas-grotto-2024/
Raring2go! What to Do and Where to Go 6 raring2go.co.uk FATHER CHRISTMAS IS COMING TO GODSTONE FARM! Father Christmas has his wellies on and is ready to welcome you to his enchanted rotto. With so many ma ical activities to enjoy, from ‘Jin le & Jan le’s Christmas Adventure’, an interactive and captivatin show, to festive cookie decoratin and crafts, this promises to be a Christmas like no other! ALL DECEMBER Jingle & Jangle’s Christmas Adventure Experience the magic of Christmas in Kingston with a Nutcracker Trail, sparkly lights, late night shopping, live music, and more. @inkingstonuk Discover more kingstonuponthames.info/ christmas2024
8 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! Festive Family Fun / Where’s Santa? Saturday 7th – Monday 23rd December West Horsley Place Meet Father Christmas Guess who is coming to town this holiday season! Running on selected days, your festive experience will of course include meeting the big man himself, but so much more besides including crafts and biscuit decorating. www.westhorsleyplace.org/ Saturday 7th Dec - Sunday 5th January New Wimbledon Theatre Jack and the Beanstalk Don’t miss Wimbledon’s GIGANTIC panto spectacular! Doomed to sell his trusty cow, join Jack and his family as they fight to outwit the evil giant, win riches beyond his wildest dreams and the hand of the girl he loves. Expect laughs, music, special effects, magic beans and bundles of audience participation in this giant of a pantomime! www.atgtickets.com/shows/ jack-and-the-beanstalk/new-wimbledon-theatre/ Saturday 7th Dec - Sunday 5th January Richmond Theatre Beauty and the Beast Dreaming of a happier life, Belle finds herself transported to a cursed castle and held captive by a terrifying beast. To her surprise, the castle is full of magical characters placed under a spell by an evil enchantress. Can Belle see beyond the monster and fall in love with her captor before the last petal falls from the enchanted rose? Or will the Beast’s selfishness cost him the world he once knew and the hand of the girl who has melted his heart? www.atgtickets.com/shows/beauty-and-the-beast/ richmond-theatre/ Saturday 7th Dec - Sunday 5th January Claremont Landscape Garden Countdown to Christmas Trail Join us for a festive walk as we countdown to the big day! Peek behind doors, enjoy festive fun and games and get into the Christmas spirit with the family on a wintery walk around Claremont. nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/claremont Sunday 8th December Royal Albert Hall My Christmas Orchestral Adventure Calling Santa’s little helpers! My Christmas Orchestral Adventure returns this December for more family festivities! www.royalalberthall.com/ Friday 29th Nov - Tuesday 24th Dec Battersea Arts Centre The Holly King and The Oak King This brand-new festive adventure invites you on an unforgettable journey across the seasons. As the story unfolds through puppetry and performance, the whole family becomes part of the action in this theatrical trail with plenty of surprises along the way. bac.org.uk/whats-on/ the-holly-king-and-the-oak-king/ Friday 29th Nov - Sunday 5th January Shakespeare’s Globe Hansel and Gretel Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Hansel and Gretel, as a new version of The Brothers Grimm’s fairy tale by Poet Laureate Simon Armitage transforms the Globe Theatre with poetry, songs and hope this winter. www.shakespearesglobe.com/ whats-on/hansel-and-gretel-2024/ Saturday 30th Nov - Wednesday 1st Jan Christmas at Ham House and Garden Enjoy the festive season at Ham House and Garden with sumptuous decorations, family-friendly trails and more. nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-house-and-garden Saturday 30th Nov - Sunday 5th January Painshill 12 Days of Christmas Trail Can you find all the Christmas gifts and complete the carol as you explore Painshill? A trail sheet will be available to pick up from the Visitor Centre. painshill.co.uk/events/12-days-of-christmas-trail/ Friday 6th – Tuesday 31st December Princes Hall, Aldershot Beauty and the Beast Be our guest as we follow Belle, a beautiful young woman, and the Beast, a handsome Prince who has been placed under an evil spell. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved in return, the spell will be broken, and he will return to his true self. But time is running out... www.princeshall.com Friday 6th Dec - Sunday 2nd February Polka Theatre The Snowy Day Discover a world blanketed in wonder in this brand-new dance adaptation of ‘The Snowy Day’, specially designed for 1-4 year olds and their grown-ups. polkatheatre.com/
9 Raring2go! Festive Family Fun / Where’s Santa? Wednesday 11th Dec - Tuesday 24th Dec New Wimbledon Theatre The Night Before Christmas It’s the most exciting night of the year and as Woody and Milly attempt to fall asleep, all the magic and wonder of Christmas Eve reveals itself! atgtickets.com/shows/the-night-before-christmas/ studio-at-new-wimbledon-theatre/ Guildford Spectrum Aladdin on Ice Friday 13th - Sunday 15th December Get ready to be whisked away on a thrilling adventure this festive season as Spectrum Ice presents Aladdin on Ice! Join the courageous Aladdin as he embarks on a whirlwind adventure filled with wishes, genies, and a touch of festive magic. Witness the beauty and wonder of Agrabah come to life on ice at Guildford Spectrum. www.guildfordspectrum.co.uk/ Friday 13th December - Sunday 5th Jan Fairfield Halls Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Mirror, mirror on the wall… What’s the greatest panto of them all? Poor Snow White is doomed to live unhappily ever after with her horrid stepmother, the Wicked Queen. In true rags-to-riches style, Snow White manages, with the help of her madcap friend Muddles, to meet a handsome Prince and make her dreams come true. With a beautiful princess, a jealous Wicked Queen, seven bumbling dwarfs, a naughty nurse, a hilarious jester and not forgetting a poisoned apple and a magic mirror, it’s not to be missed! Bursting with great songs, stunning dance routines and plenty of laughter, this is a truly magical treat for all the family. This festive extravaganza is on sale now so book your seats today! Heigh-Ho… Heigh-Ho… It’s off to Fairfield Halls panto we go! www.fairfield.co.uk/ Saturday 14th - Tuesday 24th December Carols at the Royal Albert Hall Christmas isn’t complete without carols at the Royal Albert Hall. We’re hosting 15 performances of sing-along carols across six days. A festive favourite! www.royalalberthall.com/ Sunday 22nd Dec: 1.30pm and 4.30pm Mozart Symphony Orchestra The Snowman (at Cadogan Hall) The Mozart Symphony Orchestra returns for its annual performance of The Snowman, with the film showing on the big screen and a live symphony orchestra providing the soundtrack. 15-year-old Alice Mackenzie sings the aria made famous by Aled Jones: ‘Walking in the Air’. Plus, The Gruffalo (composed for orchestra and narrator by Philip Mackenzie) returns alongside its sequel, The Gruffalo’s Child with each character represented by a different instrument of the orchestra… what will the Gruffalo be? This concert is the perfect antidote to panto and a wonderful Christmas treat for all the family. cadoganhall.com/ Sunday 29th - Tuesday 31st December Royal Albert Hall The Nutcracker It’s not Christmas without The Nutcracker! Created exclusively for the Royal Albert Hall, with gorgeous period costumes and dazzling projections, this Christmas classic is brought to life by Birmingham Royal Ballet’s world-class ballet dancers and orchestra, the Royal Ballet Sinfonia. Experience the true magic of Christmas, as Clara’s toys come to life at the stroke of midnight. Journey through a fantastical winter wonderland of dancing snowflakes to the kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy. www.royalalberthall.com/ Saturday 15th Feb - Sunday 30th March Polka Theatre The PEA and the Princess Leap into a high velocity adventure, into the world of a Ninja Princess on a mega-mission, a practical Prince concocting the best inventions, a Queen with a slightly worrying crown obsession, and a very green baddy indeed. Featuring super catchy songs, some familiar fairytale faces and a brand-new twist-in-the-tale, this is a story that you definitely wouldn’t want to sleep on! polkatheatre.com/
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CALLUM CONNOLLY as PRINCE PERCY MIA OVERFIELD as SNOW WHITE JAMIE STEEN as DAME DILLY DONUT PANTO FAVOURITE CHARLIE GUEST as MUDDLES HE’S BACK! KELLIE SHIRLEY as THE WICKED QUEEN from EASTENDERS, BIFF & CHIP and CASUALTY MARTIN DODD FOR UK PRODUCTIONS PROUDLY PRESENTS *Calls to 0300 numbers are charged the same as a standard rate call. Box Office: 0300 500 0595*| fairfield.co.uk | | FRI 13 DEC ’24 to SUN 5 JAN ’25
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13 Raring2go! What to Do and Where to Go Get ready to unwrap the magic of Christmas at Winter’s Tail on select dates from 23 November – 31 December 2024. Our festive extravaganza promises a sleigh-full of Christmas delights for the whole family to enjoy including NEW FOR 2024: Christmas Village! Take a break from decking the halls and dive into the excitement with a selection of our magical rides and attractions PLUS a Christmas Panto! Whether you’re planning on a winter getaway in one of our Resort Hotels or a festive day out – don’t miss out on Winter’s Tail! Book your Winter’s Tail ticket from £35pp or a festive short break from £49pp*. Tickets are on sale now, visit chessington.com Embark on a magical adventure in the Christmas Village where you will be guided by our jolly elves through a snowy forest to a cosy woodfire grotto to meet Father Christmas. Then venture through Enchanted Hollow, the underground town where the Elves have set up their Toy Workshop and will be ready with an early Christmas gift from Father Christmas. *£49pp based on family of four in a standard room. Price correct at time of print.
14 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! What to Do and Where to Go The Look Out Discovery Centre Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7QW Tel: 01344 354400 www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/be The Look Out Discovery Centre R2GAUTUMN2024 Over 90 activities of hands-on science and discovery fun for children of all ages! BOOK ONLINE and enter RARING2024 at checkout for 10% off admission www.facebook.com/thelookoutdiscovery @thelookoutbracknell The gift bearer to all good creatures is arriving for The Chronicles of Christmas at Garsons, Esher. Book tickets and secure your session to meet Father Christmas in a magical Narnia setting.
Raring2go! What to Do and Where to Go 15 Find out more & book at Painshill.co.uk Days of Christmas 30 November - 5 January Cobham, Surrey Set within a stunning landscape Registered charity 284944 Coming to Painshill this festive season Trail A Touch of Nostalgia at Painshill Painshill is a stunning 160 acre 18th century landscaped garden nestled in Cobham, Surrey boasting incredible views and a surprise around each corner. Inspired by the festive song, The 12 Days of Christmas Trail at Painshill for 2024 will see visitors searching out each of the gifts mentioned; from two turtle doves through to twelve drummers drumming and of course, a partridge in a pear tree! With a touch of nostalgia, figures will be made from traditional wooden materials and each one will be individually hand-painted. Children can pick up a Trail Sheet from the Visitor Centre to help them to complete the Trail. The Trail is included in general admission and tickets are cheaper if booked online in advance. Find out more and book at Painshill.co.uk
16 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! Overcoming Reading Challenges Overcoming reading challenges with your children requires patience, creativity, and a supportive approach that recognises and addresses individual needs. Children may encounter various hurdles on their journey to literacy and it's crucial for parents and caregivers to adapt strategies that foster a positive reading experience. Firstly, identifying and addressing specific reading difficulties is essential. Whether a child struggles with decoding certain words, comprehension, or maintaining their focus, pinpointing the challenges allows for a targeted intervention. Tailoring the reading activities to the child's level of proficiency ensures that the material is appropriately challenging without causing frustration. Creating a supportive and encouraging environment is key to overcoming reading challenges. Positive reinforcement, praise for effort and celebrating small victories contribute to building a child's confidence and motivation. Patience is crucial; allowing children the time they need to progress at their own pace creates a deep sense of accomplishment and a more positive attitude towards reading. Incorporating a variety of reading can also be beneficial. Offering a mix of fiction and non-fiction books, graphic novels or audio books can provide diverse options that cater to different interests and learning styles. Interactive reading, asking open-ended questions, discussing the story, or relating it to the child's experiences, engages them in a way that enhances comprehension and critical thinking. Utilising technology can be a valuable tool in overcoming reading challenges. Educational apps and online resources designed to support literacy development offer a great interactive and engaging experience. These resources can act to supplement traditional reading methods and provide additional practice in a format that may appeal to more tech-savvy children. Above all, encouraging a love for reading is paramount. Making reading enjoyable through storytelling, creating a cozy reading nook, or incorporating themed activities can turn reading into a pleasurable experience rather than a daunting task. By tailoring strategies to individual needs and placing emphasis on the joy of reading we can guide children towards overcoming their challenges and build a foundation for a lifelong love of literature and reading. Overcoming Reading Challenges with Children
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