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4 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WELCOME FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY INFORMATION WITH GREAT SUPERFAST AND PACKED AT HOM HE ROAD ... E OR ON T RARING2GO! AT YOUR FINGERTIPS THE GO TO GUIDE FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILD BRAND NEW WEBSITE 4923 Raring2go New Website Ad May 2022 HP PA03.indd 1 08/06/2022 09:55 Hello & Welcome to your Summer Magazine I can hardly believe that school is nearly out for Summer and we can look forward to some fun times with our families! There are so many great things to do and places to visit right on our own doorsteps. We’ve been working with some great local businesses and organisations to bring you this edition and give you lots of ideas to keep the kids amused and make fond memories. Please visit our website to subscribe to our monthly newsletters, enter our fantastic competitions and take advantage of our offers www.raring2go.co.uk/suttoncoldfi eld Have fun this Summer ! Keep in Touch 07929 656 748 email: penny.beddows@raring2go.co.uk Penny X We take the time to be sure that you get the best possible eyecare and advice. Remember children get free NHS eye tests while they are under 16 and 16 to 18 if in full time learning. The optometrists, Tony and Callum, tailor their eye examinations to the needs of every age group. We take a special interest in reading difficulties and the management of increasing ‘short sightedness’ (myopia). We also provide emergency eye care, retinal photography and CT scanning of the eyes. 28 Walmley Road, B76 1QN Your local family run opticians please call or email any enquiries Tel. 0121 351 2344 or cmorriswalm@gmail.com WALMLEY ROAD FISH & CHIPS THE FOX OPTICIAN Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date all year with your local #gotoguide for families Facebook: Raring2gosuttoncoldfi eld
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6 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Get Set for the Commonwealth Games this Summer This Summer, athletes from 72 nations and territories of the Commonwealth will come together in Birmingham to compete in a range of sports from swimming to bowls. If you haven’t been lucky enough to get your hands on tickets to watch the events in person you can still get a piece of the action. Watch the Baton Relay On 18 July, after an international tour of the Commonwealth, the Queen’s Baton Relay will arrive in the 7iÃÌ `>`Ã Ì V«iÌi Ì i w> ££ `>Þà v Ìà ÕÀiÞ to the host city of Birmingham. iV ÕÌ Ì i ÀÕÌi >` w` Ì i LiÃÌ «>Vi vÀ ÞÕ Ì Ãii Ì at www.birmingham2022.com. If you fancy something a little different, the Severn Valley Railway has announced that it will be hosting a section v Ì i À} > ÓäÓÓ +Õii½Ã >Ì ,i>Þ Ì i w> build-up to the Commonwealth Games this summer. It will travel along the line, hauled very appropriately by No. 70 ‘Elizabeth II’, the steam locomotive recently painted purple and silver to commemorate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Line the route Some events will be taking place in locations open to the general public. Although you need tickets for the start and wà ià iÝVi«Ì Ì i >À>Ì ®] ëiVÌ>ÌÀà >Ài ÜiVi to line the streets along the routes and therefore watch the action free of charge. 1. Marathon – 30 July The men’s, women’s and T53/ T54 events are all taking place on the same course which will start at -Ì wi`] À} >° «iÌÌÀÃ Ü VÀÃÃ Ì i wà i >Ì 6VÌÀ> Square in Birmingham city centre as they complete the gruelling 26.2 mile event. 2. Triathlon and Para Triathlon – 29 and 31 July / i /À>Ì >` *>À> /À>Ì vÀ athletes with a visual impairment – */6 ® iÛiÌÃ Ü Ì>i «>Vi ÜÌ Sutton Park and on the local roads to the south of the park, in and around Boldmere High Street. 3. Road Cycling Time Trial – 4 August West Park, Wolverhampton will be Ì i ÃÌ>ÀÌ >` wà «Ì vÀ Ì Ã race against the clock. It will take more than 90 male and female cyclists through Dudley, passing the town’s famous castle and zoo, into Staffordshire, then back to Wolverhampton. 4. Cycling Road Race – 7 August The Cycling Road Race starts and wà ià >Ì -Ì V >à *>À] 7>ÀÜV° The riders will pass the Lord Leycester Hospital, Warwick, as well as Victoria Park, Leamington Spa, the venue for the Birmingham 2022 lawn bowls and para lawn bowls competition. The women will complete seven laps of a 16km course, whilst the men Ü V«iÌi Ìi° / i w> «>ÀÌ v the course will cross the River Avon, taking in the view of Warwick Castle. To see the routes plus more information visit www.birmingham2022.com.
7 Raring2go! HOLIDAY CLUBS AND CAMPS • Parkour • Playdays • Trampolining & Tumbling • Gymnastics & Tennis* and more! plus Across 7 Leisure Centres in Birmingham Beeches Pool & Fitness Centre, Cocks Moors Woods Leisure, Erdington Leisure Centre, Fox Hollies Leisure Centre, Northfield Leisure Centre, Stechford Leisure Centre and Wyndley Leisure Centre Intensive Swim Lessons For full details and to book visit birminghamleisure.com *Available depending on the leisure centre. Monday 25th July - Friday 2nd September 2022 HOLIDAY CLUBS & ACTIVITIES Fun for children aged 4 - 12 years FROM £21.55 per child, per day for Holiday Club BCLT_SummerAdvert_129x182mm.indd 1 09/06/2022 12:16
8 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! HOLIDAY CLUBS AND CAMPS HOLIDAY CLUBS S4 Swim school Summer Holiday classes at local pools Walsall, Tamworth &Central Birmingham. To see if there is a local pool by visit S4swimschool.uk Aspire sports Active Camp 22nd July – 22nd September 8am –6pm 15 % Discount SCSUM22 OFFER ends 8th July 5pm. Bishop Vesey ‘s Grammar School For more information visit activecamps.co.uk or call 0121 663 1082 Birmingham Leisure Centres , Super Summer 25th July – 2nd September, Holiday Clubs & Activities for children aged between 4- 12 years From only £21.55 per child For full details visit Birminghamleisure.com Sutton Tennis Club 25th – 28th July , 8th -11th August & 22nd -25th August £15 per day for SCTC, £18 per day for Non members, 10 % discount for multiple siblings booking 07948 801210 chrispiddle@hotmail.com Ackers Adventure Birmingham Each day includes 3 of the outdoor activities for 8 – 16 year olds Bushcraft, skiing, climbing , canoeing , kayaking, zip wire, disc golf, bellboating and tubing. Only £36 per day ackers-adventure.co.uk Rowans Holiday Club Monday – Friday through out the Summer holidays 7.30 am – 6 pm Exciting Trips and Activities www.rowans-nursery@live.co.uk or call Amy, Lucy or Becky on 0121354 1752 ext 1 Fun Fest 25th July -2nd September £32 full day 8am – 6 pm £17 half day 8- 1pm 1pm – 6pm Sutton Walmley Deanery School, Sutton Four Oaks Hill West Primary School Lots of fun Activities visit www.fun-fest.co.uk Go Wild Holiday Club 25th July – 5th August 9 am – 5pm , Lots of Fun activities www.hollyfi eldnursery com Addictive Fitness Summer Holiday Workshops For children aged 5 to teens . Circus & Aerial Day a day full of fun . To fi nd out more visit www addictivefitness co uk . . . or call 07803 043 933
9 Raring2go! HOLIDAY CLUBS AND CAMPS HOLIDAY CLUBS - SUTTON Fun Fest offers children a choice about how they spend their holidays. With exciting activities each morning & afternoon children can plan their own individual holiday programmes. Summer 25th July - 2nd September Autumn 28th October - 1st November Visit our website to see latest timetables & make bookings 3-12 YEAR OLDS www.fun-fest.co.uk SUTTON WALMLEYDeanery School, 14 Fox Hollies Road, Walmley, Sutton Coldfield B76 2RD SUTTON FOUR OAKSHillwest Primary, Clarence Road, Four Oaks, Sutton, B74 4LD Prices: £32 full day 8am-6pm Weekly block bookings Mon-Fri £140 Sibling discount 2nd/3rd Child £29, Half day £17 Morning 8-1pm afternoon 1pm-6pm Fun Fest activities: Go-Karting, Animaltastic, Athletics, Beauty school, Circus training, Creative Cook and lots more Looking for a local club or FODVV \RXōOO ƓQG LW KHUH LQ your go-to guide for you and your child There is a 10% discount available for multiple siblings booking on. 2022 TENNIS CAMPS! JUST LET US KNOW IN ADVANCE WHICH DAYS YOU WANT. CONTACT CHRIS COOK FOR COSTS To book on to any of the above, please contact Chris Priddle on 07948801210 or email at cdpriddle@hotmail.com for more information. HIGHBRIDGE ROAD, WYLDE GREEN, SUTTON COLDFIELD B73 5QB Summer Camps The camps will be 1st, 3rd, 5th weeks of the holidays and run from 9am to 12pm Monday - Thursday those weeks. The dates are therefore the 25th - 28th of July, 8th – 11th August and 22nd – 25th August. The cost is £15 a day for SCTC members and £18 a day for non-members.
10 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON JULY Until 4 September Magic Alley – Alice in Wonderland Trail Who Stole the Tarts? Immerse yourself in Wonderland and solve a crime in an attraction based on Alice in Wonderland with a distinct steampunk twist. www.magicalleystratford.com 6 July – 3 September Blenheim Palace – The Peter Rabbit Garden Adventure This summer at Blenheim Palace join Beatrix Potter in the garden of old Mr. McGregor and help rescue Peter Rabbit. Through a magical mix of storytelling, live performance, and puppetry the world of Beatrix Potter will come alive in Blenheim Palace’s Walled Garden as you, the audience, take part in the rescue of Peter from Mr. McGregor’s rabbit pie shaped plan. This 50 minute immersive adventure is a must for any child who loves to explore the great outdoors, any family who treasures what you can learn from being in nature and any fan of the most beloved rabbit in children’s literature.www.blenheimpalace.com 9 July All Saints Church, Four Oaks Summer Party 3-5 pm, Bouncy Castle, games and food www.bookwhen.com/allsaintsmessychurch 9 July Ackers Thrill seekers day allow you to experience a whole range of activities on a turn up and queue system. Check in from 10 am ...activities run from 10.30 – 3.30 pm Skiing , Archery , climbing , canoeing . kayaking . zip wire and tower drop. Price only £27 per person suitable for age 5 + To Book visit ackers-adventure.co.uk 18 July onwards – Sunday 4 September. Summer at PLAY@Lower Drayton Farm, Penkridge, Staffordshire. With indoor and outdoor play zones, friendly animals to look at and the chance to learn about life on a working farm the adventure begins the minute you pass through the farm gates. From Monday 1 Aug – Sun 4 September have a go at the Dino-Lab Maize Maze too! www.playatthefarm.co.uk
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12 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! CLUBS AND CLASSES Parent and baby / toddler classes available at New Hall Primary School Langley Hall Drive, Sutton ColdÀ eld, B75 7NQ. SATURDAY SUCCESS SCHOOL Believe Achieve Call Jane our Asse for y ssment an a chat d 07767 860 177 or email outlook.com jm n1959 aso @ www.s ch success.co.uk aturdays ool Taught by Qualified Teachers and Environment at cess Saturday School Suc ho st, Streetly Met di hill Road, Streetly Thorn Booster classes in preparation for the New school year. English and Maths for Reception Year 1,2,3,4,5,6 and 11 + EVER TUTORING Open Every Saturday during the Summer Holidays Beautiful pole and aerial dance studio in Coleshill offering kids (from age 4), teens and adults classes. ËAerial Silks ËAerial Hoop ËPole Fitness Ë Gymnastics ËAerial Yoga Call 07803 043933 or visit: www.addictivefitness.co.uk
13 Raring2go! CLUBS AND CLASSES AS SEEN ON rugbytots.co.uk Theworld’s favourite rugbyplayprogramme MAKE YOUR CHILD’S DEVELOPMENT MORE FUN! TRY RUGBYTOTS Our dynamic weekly play sessions enable boys and girls aged 2–7 to develop their social and physical skills in a fun, positive environment. For more details, just call or email. 0345 313 0803 matthew@rugbytots.co.uk FREE TASTER SESSIONS AVAILABLE! KOMBATKIDS To register text: child name / class location t: 07730 899722 e: info@kombatkids.com w: www.kombatkids.com f: www.facebook.com/kombatkids WELCOMING NEW BEGINNERS AT TUESDAY 3.45-4.45PM / 5. 15-6. 15PM The Right Choice! First 3 classes FREE! Worcester Road, Mere Green, Sutton Coldfield. B75 5NL 14 The Green, Aldridge, WS9 8NH MONDAY 5. 15-6. 15PM Belwell Lane, Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield. B74 4TR FRIDAY 5.45-6.45PM / SATURDAY 8.55-9.55AM Markham Road, New Oscott, Sutton Coldfield. B73 6QR FRIDAY 3.45-4.45PM 20% discount on class fees when using the code R2G20 Make your child’s development more fun! Our fun, structured play sessions take children on a journey of sporting imagination with engaging and energetic coaches supporting them every step of the way whilst teaching how to catch, pass, kick, run with the ball and play as part of a team.
Girlguiding and UEFAWomen’s EURO 2022 announce a 1 year partnership to challenge gender stereotypes and help more girls and young women enjoy the beautiful game To mark this new partnership, Girlguiding has created a new badge for members to collect Girlguiding, the UK’s leading charity for girls and young women, and UEFAWomen’s EURO 2022 have teamed up to encourage more girls and young women to get involved in football. The partnership is being announced ahead of the this summers UEFAWomen’s EURO 2022 tournament. It is hoped the collaboration will excite and encourage girls and young women’s interest in football and reinforce the sport’s inclusivity. Girlguiding members will also have the chance to celebrate the tournament with a brand-new badge, whether they watch a match or participate in the co-created football activities. Through the partnership, more than 5,000 Girlguiding members are planning to attend EURO matches across England this summer. Tickets are still available for matches at most venues. Prices start at £10 for adults and £5 for under 16s: To launch this new partnership, Girlguiding members from 21st NE Manchester Rainbows, Brownies and Guides and the Greater Manchester Rangers joined England footballers, Katie Zelem and Ella Toone for a fun training session at Manchester United’s Old Trafford Stadium, which will host the opening game of UEFAWomen’s EURO 2022 on 6 July. The girls had the opportunity to try out new football related activities co-created by Girlguiding and UEFA, before trying their hand at being a sports journalist during a girl-led press conference. England midfielder Katie Zelem said: “Getting to meet all the Girlguiding members was just incredible. They picked up the activities so quickly and we all had an amazing time on the pitch talking about the game. As a former Rainbow, myself, it’s fantastic to be involved in such an important partnership” Teammate Ella Toone added:“I wish something similar had existed when I was younger, and I look forward to the tournament this summer knowing that Girlguiding members all over the country will be cheering us on with energy and passion.” Recent research commissioned by CHILDWISE found almost one third (32%) of girls aged 7-17 would like more opportunities to play football and more than half of girls (52%) have never watched football in a stadium, compared to 33% of boys. The research also found 69% of girls would like to see women’s football celebrated more in the media and 71% of all children (boys and girls) think female footballers should be paid the same as male footballers1. Girlguiding Advocate Caitlyn, 22, added:“Football is such a great sport, to play and to watch. I’m so excited Girlguiding and UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 have teamed up to help more girls to get involved. The co-created activities are a great way to introduce girls to the game and get across the message that football is for everyone, not just for boys.” Girlguiding and UEFA women’s EURO 2022 join forces to get more girls & young women playing football 14 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! CLUBS AND CLASSES
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16 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON 1 JULY 18 July -4 Sept Wistow Maze has been designed in the shape of the Coronation Crown £6.95 child Adult £8.50 2 +2 £28 for more information www.wistow.com 07884 403889 20 July – 4 September Blakesley Hall – Garden Nature Trail Explore the garden at Blakesley Hall on a brand new Nature Trail for the summer holidays. Trail is available to do anytime between 11.00am and 3.00pm. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/blakesley 23 July – 4 September Hatton Adventure World – Return of the Dinosaurs The dinosaurs are returning to Hatton this summer! There will be a ROARSOME programme – check the website for all the details. www.adventure.hattonworld.com 23 July – 5 September Charlecote Park – Tudor Play: Summer Holidays For the fi rst 3 weeks it’s all about the arts. Join us for theatre, music, dancing, poetry, and Shakespeare themed activities. Head into the second half of the summer holidays and try your hand at some Tudor games (some of which were banned!) - from dice, to cards, and even games for royalty. Find out more on the family trail in the parkland. www.nationaltrust.org.uk 25 July – 2 September Stratford Upon Avon Butterfl y Farm - Summer Holiday Activities This summer the whole family can enjoy the relaxing pleasure of walking amongst some of the world’s most stunning and colourful butterfl ies in a tropical rainforest setting, complete with fi sh-fi lled pools, splashing waterfalls and beautiful blooms. Meet the Mini-Beast handling sessions, Butterfl y Life Cycle, Beetle and Snake demonstrations will be held in the Discovery Zone. The giftshop has a wide range of nature inspired fairtrade gifts and sells soft drinks, snacks, confectionary, and ice-creams. www.butterfl yfarm.co.uk 25 July – 2 September All Things Wild Lots of fun scheduled at All Things Wild this Summer. Check their website for information about Pirate Day and Superhero Days. Go on a dinosaur safari, join a Summer party, become a zookeeper for a day and much more. www. allthingswild.co.uk 26 July & 2, 9 16 & 23 August Museum of the Jewellery Quarter – Kids Jewellery Workshop Have a go at making your own piece of jewellery with the help of the friendly learning offi cers in this special children’s jewellery workshop activity. Pre booking is essential as places are limited. Recommended for ages 8 and up. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/jewellery 27 July & 3, 17 & 31 August Aston Hall – Aston Baby Boogie New for summer at Aston Hall! A relaxed and creative musical movement session suitable for toddlers aged between 6 months – 3 years. A learning offi cer will lead the group in easy to sing songs, nursery rhymes, games, and dancing to get your little one enjoying movement and music. Toddlers will get hands-experience with percussion instruments, including shakers and bells. This activity is free and drop-in, no booking required. The space is not huge so families will be admitted on a fi rst come fi rst serve basis.www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/aston 27 July – 14 August Birmingham Rep – Bugsy Malone Prohibition era, New York. A city full of mobsters, showgirl and dreamers. Rival gangster bosses Fat Sam and Dandy Dan are at loggerheads. The custard pies are fl ying and Dandy Dan’s gang has gotten the upper hand since obtaining the new-fangled “splurge” gun. Now, Fat Sam and his bumbling buffoons are in real trouble! Don’t miss Alan Parker’s world famous musical, based on his hit movie! www.birmingham-rep.co.uk
17 Raring2go! PLACES TO GO O 100s of ideas for family days out O Downloadable vouchers to save £££’s O Great competitions to enter O Monthly email newsletters with new offers and events O It’s FREE! Become a website member today: Join now Raring2go.co.uk/join Funded by: birminghammuseums.org.uk/whats-on • • 4k Planetarium • Outdoor Science Garden
18 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! GARDENING SUMMER GARDENING After all the rain and now wonderful sunshine, gardens are definitely coming to life and blooming with wonderful arrays of greens and colourful flowers. Here are some top gardening tips from Hall’s Garden Centre to help you make the most of your garden this summer. Flowers: Deadhead summer bedding plants regularly so that all of the plants’ energy goes into making new fl owers. Vegetables: Cabbages, caulifl owers and brussels sprouts can all be planted outside. Turnips and swede can be sown, ready for harvesting between November and February. Fruits: Strawberries will be turning red and ready to pick. Add straw underneath to protect the fruit from touching the soil and remove any yellow leaves. Apple and pear trees can both be pruned to aid growth and retain shape. Don’t forget to feed your tomatoes to ensure they keep growing into wonderfully juicy fruits! Hall’s Garden Centre has hundreds of gardening items, plants, seeds and tools and are now back open 7 days a week. Visit them at Hall’s Garden Centre, 211 Chester Road, B73 5BF. Give them a call on 0121 354 6858 or visit their website at https://www.hallsgardencentre.com
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20 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHATS ON JULY 29 July Weoley Castle – Journey Underground: Festival of Archaeology Join the Festival of Archaeology Open Day to discover what lies in the soil beneath our feet! The ruins of Weoley Castle are over 750 years old, making it one of the oldest buildings still visible in Birmingham. Regionally important archaeological fi nds have been discovered in the grounds making it the perfect site to explore this fascinating subject. Pre-booking is required. Suitable for adults and families. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/weoley 30 – 31 July Kenilworth Castle – Legendary Joust Experience the exhilarating spectacle of speed and skill as four legendary knights compete for honour and glory in the Grand Medieval Joust. Choose your champion and cheer them on to victory – or console them in defeat. www.english-heritage.org.uk 30 July – 7 August Churchfi elds Farm – Jurassic Farm After the success of Jurassic Farm in 2021 it returns to Churchfi elds even bigger and better than before! For nine ROARSOME days, T-Rex, Triceratops and friends will escape their enclosure and take over the fun farm! There will also be a unique Camping with Dinosaurs Family Experience on the 30th – 31st July as part of the event! www.churchfi elds.farm 31 July 10.30 am to 2pm Stephens Ponds and Berryfi elds Orchard are running Common Wealth Games Event Andy our Wood Carver will be there to create new creature .Watch him Carve!. Art project on our fence All ages. Magic party, Balloon Modelling, Face Painting, Magician. Mini Sports day for children 12 or under(10.30am onwards for registration) Located by Langley heath drive or Hermitage drive ,Walmley , Sutton Coldfi eld . No parking by pond. for further details contact srooke@live.co.uk AUGUST 1 August – Sunday 4 September. PLAY@Lower Drayton Farm, Penkridge, Staffordshire. Dino-rmous amounts of summer fun on the farm! If you go down to PLAY@ Lower Drayton Farm this year, you’re in for a BIG surprise! There’s all the usual adventure – huge indoor playbarns, acres of outdoor play, friendly animals to meet and the legendary farm trailer ride - but this year, from 1st August to the end of the summer break, PLAY@ tickets will include the awesome NEW interactive Dino-Lab Maize Maze! You’ll meet the farm’s own team of palaeontologists who’ll brief you on some exciting dino discoveries made by the mad professor in his timetravelling tractor before fi nding your way around the 5-acre dino-maize, working out clues as you go to solve the mystery of the Drayton Dinos. Booking essential for this funpacked day out for the whole family! www. playatthefarm.co.uk 4 & 25 August Aston Hall – Tall Tales from Around the World: The Magic Bed Calling all adventurers! Join this interactive telling of a fairy tale from India about a young prince who uses a magic bed to travel to far away kingdoms. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/aston 5 August Packwood House – Outdoor Theatre: Peter Rabbit Michael Whitmore’s charming adaptation will have you spellbound from the start, so why not grab the kids, a blanket and a picnic and join Peter and Benjamin on their hair-raising adventures... magical fun for all the family. www.nationaltrust.org.uk 6 – 7 August Aston Hall – Jamaica 0121 Festival The festival will celebrate 60 years of Jamaican independence and showcase the culture that Jamaica has exported to Birmingham. Enjoy free entry to the hall or rest in the peace of our formal gardens (or take advantage of free craft activities in our classroom). A free outdoor event featuring Live Bands, Performing Artist, DJs, Jamaican & Jerk Cuisine, arts, craft, and fashion. The whole family will be able to enjoy this cultural experience. Jamaica 0121 is an exhilarating dazzling display of Jamaica’s infl uence on today’s culture engaging everyone that attends and encapsulating the diverse spirit of Birmingham. No booking required. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/aston
21 Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Try something new this Summer. ackers-adventure.co.uk Canoeing Tubing Skiing Climbing Archery Disc golf Visit Warwickshire’s Country Parks! • Cafes • Cycle hire • Adventure play areas • Volunteering opportuniƟ es • Great Ranger-led Birthday ParƟ es • Orienteering Courses • Fun Holiday Events Warwickshire’s REFRESH YOUR MIND, BODY AND SOUL OPEN 364 DAYS A YEAR - GREAT VALUE PARKING PERMITS AVAILABLE facebook.com/kingsburywaterpark facebook.com/rytonpools WARWICKSHIRE.GOV.UK/PARKS
22 raring2go.co.uk New books for Summer fun! Bookseller, Tamsin from Kenilworth Books gives us a round up of some of the best books new out for children of all ages! My Friend the Octopus Lindsay Galvin England, 1893, and aquarium fever is at its height. Twelve-year-old Vinnie Fyfe works in the tea-shop at Brighton aquarium, and waits for her milliner mother to return from Paris. The arrival of a giant octopus changes her life for ever. Discovering a talent for art, Vinnie begins to draw the extraordinary beast. She soon realises she can communicate with the octopus through colour and – as a gripping mystery begins to unfold – discovers what true courage really means … New from the author of the best-selling and award winning, Darwin’s Dragons. The Unmorrow Curse Jasmine Richards Ì½Ã Ì iÛiÀÞ `>Þ Ì >Ì ÞÕ w` > famous weather woman bound by magic to a tree deep in the woods. Or discover that the weatherwoman is in fact Sunna, the Norse Goddess of the Sun, and one of the seven day guardians who keep time in order. But that’s just what happens to new friends Buzz and Mari—and it’s only the start of their adventure. Now, as humanity is forced into a lockdown called the Unmorrow Curse and is forced to repeat the same Saturday over and over again, Buzz and Mari must journey to collect the Runes of Valhalla and awaken the other day guardians, before vengeful }` V> }iÌ Ì Ì i wÀÃÌ° The Marvellous Doctors for Magical Creatures Jodie Lancet-Grant (author), Lydia Corry (illustrator) No magical creature has a problem too big for Ava and her Dads to solve! Unicorns with tummy trouble. Dragons with broken wings. Sneezy centaurs and mermaids with measles. Everyone in town knows just who to see when they are feeling poorly: Ava Kenilworth Books, Talisman Square, Kenilworth CV8 1JB and her dads, the Marvellous Doctors for Magical Creatures. Well, Ava isn’t a doctor, not yet, but she’s learning the ropes and she’s brilliant at solving medical mysteries. Glitterbug the unicorn is not like all the other unicorns. They love dancing and planning parties, but she would much rather be frolicking in the mud. Glitterbug comes to the Marvellous Doctors with a terrible tummy ache, but >vÌiÀ iÝ>} iÀ] Ì iÞ >Ài ÞÃÌwi` >Ã Ì Ü >̽à V>ÕÃ} Ì° > ƂÛ> i« iÀ `>`à w` Ì i >ÃÜiÀ¶ In this magical story about being true to yourself, Ava discovers there’s more than one way to be a unicorn! The Animal Lighthouse Anthony Burt and Ciara Flood Brought up by a wonderful group of animals on a hidden island somewhere deep in the Caribbean, Jim knows no other life or who his real parents are. He washed up on the island as a baby in a barrel of rum and treasure, and has been helping run its special lighthouse with the animals ever since. But now, trouble is brewing … Someone, or something, has stolen the lighthouse LÕL w>iÌð v ] "ÃV>À >` Ì i ÀiÃÌ v Ì i animals can’t get the lighthouse beams working again, the hidden island will no longer be a secret. And with a pirate ship on the horizon, danger is about to smash their tranquil island apart … Puddling! Emma Perry and Claire Alexander Puddling is a joyful story about children delighting in splish-splash-sploshing in puddles with their friends. Out in the most gorgeous, giftable hardback right now! Clouds gather, skies darken, rain drops, puddles appear… Let’s go puddling! Pull on your wellies and button up your coats for this playful, interactive story all about children delighting in the joy of splish-splash-sploshing in muddy puddles with their friends, and cherishing snuggles on the sofa afterwards. A joyful, active picture book full of the sounds and sights of rain and grey, yet overwhelms us with its warmth and sense of fun! Raring2go! BOOK REVIEW / READING
© The Reading Agency. Registered charity number 1085443 (England & Wales) Illustrations by Julian Beresford and © The Reading Agency 2022 Summer Reading Challenge 2022 Presented by The Reading Agency. Delivered in partnership with libraries. summerreadingchallenge.org.uk JOIN FREE AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY! 23 Raring2go! READING
24 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! THINGS TO DO Here are seven tips on how you can help your child learn how to do playtime solo. 1. Get Them Started Children will pick up things, and play with them if they’re interested. But sometimes, they’ll immediately grow bored if their imagination runs dry. That’s why they need an endless well of inspiration to make solo playtime last longer. By spending the first few minutes helping your child do an activity (such as building a fort or starting a puzzle with them), they’ll stick with it for a while longer. 2. Have The Right Toys Having the right toys is essential. If the child gravitates to a few toys, then have those particular items available.You can even show them other toys that they didn’t know they had. 3. Don’t Answer Every Request Your child should be able to have plenty of things to play with on their own. However, if you stop, every once in a while, to answer your child’s every whim, then it stops them from playing alone. 4. No Distractions Television, loud music, or other siblings may cause distractions during solo play. Have your child settle down to play on their own by turning off the TV, opting for calming background music (or no music at all), and giving them space away from their siblings. That way, your child will be able to better focus on playing alone. 5. AdmireWhat They’re Doing At A Distance You may respond to one or two requests, but don’t interrupt your child’s playtime. Though, if your child says something like “Watch this!”or “Look what I’ve made!” you can tell them how you like what they’re doing or what they’ve made – just make those comments brief. 6. Talk About It Afterwards Once your child has done solo playtime for the day, sit down with them and talk about the experience. This gives your child the opportunity to tell you how they had spent their time playing alone, and the “adventures” that they had in doing so. 7. Make Time Scheduling can be hectic, when it comes to your child. So, be sure to structure your child’s day, so that they have time to play alone (at least ten minutes a day, when possible). Conclusion Children will need to learn this skill at some point. Playing alone helps them learn: • to focus, and stay focused on a task • to be independent by using creativity • to understand that their parents are some • times busy and can’t be there right away, • AND • to appreciate what they already have Be sure to keep these tips in mind, the next time you want your child to play by themselves for a while. Tips On How Kids Can Learn Solo Play 7The first five years of a child’s life should revolve around learning to socialize with other children. But now that they’re older, they’ll need to learn how to play alone. If this isn’t taught, the child will grow bored and restless.What should you do?
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26 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON AUGUST 7 August 10.15 am to 12.30 Craft table: including stone painting ,bag printing, fence painting, commonwealth fl ags Cosmic Yoga: with yoga kids, sessional yoga in our orchard Pond Dipping with Sutton Park Rangers Located by Langley heath drive or Hermitage drive ,Walmley , Sutton Coldfi eld . No parking by pond . for further details contactsrooke@live.co.uk 7 August British Motor Museum – Young Driver Fire Engine Experience The Museum have teamed up with Young Driver to offer Fire Engine driving experiences. A fantastic opportunity for anyone aged 10+ to have a go! www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk 13 & 14 August Sutton Coldfi eld Community games 2022 at Wyndley Leisure Centre, Clifton road, Sutton Coldfi eld 12 until 5 pm The Games are ticketed and will be £2.50 per person and aged 3 and under free To book visit www.trybooking.com or contact details dennis@suttongames.co.uk 14 August British Motor Museum – 999 Emergency Services Show Look back to the vehicles from Police, Fire, Ambulance and other Blue Light services from years gone by and discover how they’ve evolved into the modern motors of today. Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service will be showcasing one of their modern engines. Get a fl avour of life behind the visor with fi refi ghting through the ages demonstrations in the show arena and try your hand at using a fi re hose www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk 21 August at 18.30 Kingsbury Water Park Awful Auntie, Theatre Production https://www. heartbreakproductions.co.uk/ tickets/?h_performance=3884 22 August The Albany Theatre – Summer Circus Party Summer Circus Party is a high energy production, all performed to a carnival soundtrack which will have you dancing in your seats! Get ready to dance, shout and cheer in a crazy stage show full of Music, Madness and Mayhem. There will be Balloons, Bubbles, Lasers, Confetti Cannons, UV Light Show, Puppets and loads of Audience Participation with Games & Prizes. www.albanytheatre.co.uk 27 - 29 August Kenilworth Castle – Knights’ Tournament Go back in time and get closer to the action as rival knights compete in the ultimate test of strength and skill at Kenilworth Castle’s Knights’ Tournament. Immerse yourself in medieval life in the encampment, where you can meet people from the Middle Ages and witness life at camp. www.english-heritage.org.uk 29 August mac Birmingham – Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So, it’s time to prepare yourselves for Terrible Tudors live on stage! From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives and his punch up with the Pope. Meet Bloody Mary and see Ed fall dead in his bed. Survive the Spanish Armada as they launch their attack! It’s history with the nasty bits left in! www.macbirmingham.co.uk 30 August – 4 September Coventry Transport Museum – Junk Modelling Makerspace10.00am – 4.30pm. Drop in. Activity included in museum admission. Have a go at working on transport, building a playground, shaping an ever-growing cityscape and show what your dream city would look like. Designed for all. www.transport-museum.com 1 September at 18.30 Ryton Pools Country Park Awful Auntie, Theatre Production https://www.heartbreakproductions. co.uk/tickets/?h_performance=3885
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31 Raring2go! COMPETITIONS A Chance to WIN! Win a family ticket to Wistow Maze This year to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, the maze has been designed in the shape of the ‘Coronation Crown’ and the Quiz Trail (hidden amongst the 3 miles of pathways) will showcase great innovations during her 70 year reign. Closing date 5 August 2022. Win tickets to visit West Midlands Safari Park with your family You can’t beat West Midland Safari park for a family day out! An award winning visitor attraction with a four mile of self-drive Safari. Come face to face with some of the world’s most beautiful and critically endangered animals such as lions, rhino, cheetah, tigers, giraffe and elephants, just to name a few! Closing date 31 July 2022. Win 2 tickets to go Tubing at Ackers Adventure Enjoy the thrill and excitement of Tubing down the longest slope at Ackers Adventure. The length of the slope will be determined by the weather although it is guaranteed that descents will be from at least halfway (approx. 50 m) and can be up to 100m. The session lasts 30 mins and are suitable for those aged 8 + under 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult. Closing date 19th August. Enter these and many more competitions online at raring2go.co.uk. Make sure you select where you are to see competitions in your local area. Win a family ticket to Lower Drayton Farm This family-run farm in the heart of Staffordshire features a huge indoor playbarn, acres of outdoor adventure play, animal encounters and more. Indoors, you’ll fi nd a huge Astro racing slide, gravity drop slides, traverse climbing wall and much more. Outdoors, the adventure continues with activities that include racing zipwires, grass toboggans, bouncy pillows, sand and water play. Animal lovers can pet friendly rabbits and Guinea Pigs, and get up close with goats, pigs, cattle and other farmyard favourites. To win a family ticket for four people to Lower Drayton Farm visit our website and answer a simple question! Closing date: Sun 31 July 2022 Terms: Prize to be taken before 31 August 2022. Win a combi voucher for the Farm and play Barn worth £30 Closing date 30th August
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