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Welcome to the summer issue!It’s the best time of the year to get out and about, and with two little ones to entertain during the long summer holidays (aged 5 and 2 years), we’re always looking for fun things to do and new places to explore.

Don’t miss our A to Z summer fun and round-up of the best holiday camps to keep the kids entertained. Hold onto the What’s On guide for a full guide to upcoming summer events.

There are plenty of freebies this issue – Mead Open Farm are off ering every reader a free child entry (p10) and get summer-ready with a month of free Jazzercise classes, (see p30). There’s also the chance to win tickets to Woburn Safari Park, Odds Farm Park and the new Lost Kingdom.

We’re celebrating our 80th issue, a huge thank you to everyone who has supported us over the past 13 years, we really appreciate it!

Our new website will be launching in early July, so please check out our new-look site, www.familiesonline.co.uk. We’ll bring you the latest news, clubs, classes and holiday activities in your area between issues.

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6 Summer Special 6 A to Z of summer fun 10 Families favourite places 12 Summer camps, holiday courses and

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11 Competitions Win tickets to Woburn Safari Park, Paultons

Park and Odds Farm Park

18 School matters 18 Keep your child’s brain ticking over

in the holidays 20 Fun ways to encourage maths brain gain 22 Starting primary school the easy way 23 Preparing for secondary school

25 Rio 2016 – Interview with Olympian Adrian Moorhouse

26 Travel sleep tips27 Get cooking28 What’s On Get out and about with our round-up of

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Local authors publish an Olympic feast for kidsLocal authors Sally Brown and Kate Morris recently celebrated the forthcoming publication of their latest cookbook at Jungs, who were also celebrating 75 years in Beaconsfi eld.

Kate and Sally’s latest book called ‘The World in My Kitchen’ will transport children around the globe. The main meals, snacks and desserts use ingredients and recipes typical of each country or continent, from warming up for the Olympics with Feijoada, a traditional Brazilian black bean stew, to trying a typical Chinese snack of pretty marbled Tea Eggs.

“Every recipe we have published has been tried, tested and tasted by a young cook aged from 3 to 10 – and they are always very honest with feedback!” Kate told us. Their new book is available from Amazon and from bookshops nationwide from July 21st.

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Government makes U-turn on Academy plansThe Government has dropped its controversial plans to force all state schools in England to become Academies, free from council control.

Plans to require all schools to become academies were announced in the Budget in April. However, after threats of industrial action by teachers and dissent from fellow Conservatives, the department announced that the plans would be scrapped.

Education Secretary Nicky Morgan claims that it is because the Government is listening to the people and has made the U-turn due to concerns expressed by parents, education experts, head teachers and teachers.

Two thirds of secondary schools already have Academy status, though their success has been mixed with some falling short of their aims and expected exam results.

Morgan said that the Government had changed their plans after listening to opponents of the scheme. She said: “Making every school an Academy is the best way to ensure every child, regardless of birth or background, has access to a world-class education.

“However, having listened to the feedback from parliamentary colleagues and the education sector we will now change the path to reaching that goal.”

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Flying Start Tuition opens new venue in JordansAward-winning tuition company Flying Start Tuition, which boosts children’s maths and literacy skills and helps prepare them for key exams such as the Eleven Plus and GCSEs, will open a new venue in Jordans this September.

The company, which already boasts a main tuition centre in Chesham and two satellite centres in Little Chalfont and Aylesbury, will off er courses in Jordans Village Hall.

Sian Goodspeed, founder of Flying Start Tuition, said: “We continue to see a rise in demand for quality tuition. Our philosophy is to build pupils’ confi dence to help them realise what they’re capable of achieving. We don’t just focus on exams, but on the development of the child. Our ethos resonates with parents, children enjoy learning with us and we achieve great results.”

To fi nd out more about the courses in Jordans, or to book a space on a Flying Start Tuition Eleven Plus holiday course, visit their website: www.fl yingstarttuition.co.uk or call 01494 772 898.

New Perform class opens in Tylers Green Perform are delighted to announce the recent opening of a new drama, singing and dance class for 7-12 year olds in Tylers Green due to popular demand. The new classes are to be held on Wednesdays 5-6pm at Tylers Green Village Hall, straight after the popular class for 4-7 year olds.

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Children tell us what it was like to meet The Queen…Here is a snap shot of the day’s events as seen through the eyes of Berkhamsted prep school pupil, Ishan Sharma, and sixth former, Chanté Bohitige:

Ishan writes: “As we walked down the High Street, I was amazed to see that it was a totally diff erent town. There were Union Jack fl ags and bunting hanging around the street. People were gathering with excitement to catch a glimpse of The Queen.

Chanté continues: “From the moment that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth entered the historic Lych Gate at Castle Campus in her gleaming Maroon Bentley, silence fell upon the school as it would seem that the surreal nature of what was happening before our eyes suddenly dawned on us. Greeted by a host of dignitaries Her Majesty made her way to the quad, where she was met by the School’s Combined Cadet Force.”

Ishan adds: “The crowd exploded, cheering as loud as ten lions giving it their all. [The Queen] looked radiant in her fuchsia outfi t.”

Chanté concludes: “Even after the Royal party had left the school, the sense of community amongst students, teachers, caretakers and chefs is something that I doubt will ever be matched …. I have no doubt that this visit will remain engrained in each of our memories for many years to come. “

For more information about Berkhamsted School, visit www.berkhamstedschool.org

Get reading with ‘The Big Friendly Read’The books for this year’s Summer Reading Challenge have been announced and the theme is ‘The Big Friendly Read’, organised in collaboration with the Roald Dahl estate, as part of the Roald Dahl 100 celebrations and in honour of the legendary storyteller.

The Summer Reading Challenge is the UK’s biggest reading for pleasure programme in libraries for primary aged children, with 800,000 children taking part last year.

The Big Friendly Read will feature two lists – one for younger children and one for older children – comprising 72 titles in total. Many of the books are new reads, featuring Roald Dahl’s best-loved characters and the amazing artwork of his principal illustrator, Sir Quentin Blake. It will encourage reading on a giant scale and will feature themes such as invention, mischief and friendship as explored in Roald Dahl’s books.

Children can sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge at their local library as the school summer term ends and the holidays begin – there’s no charge to participate so why not pop down to your library? Read more at The Reading Agency, www.readingagency.org.uk

The Queen visits Berkhamsted SchoolThe ultimate honour was bestowed on the whole community of Berkhamsted School on 6th May, when Her Majesty The Queen, the school’s Patron, paid her fi rst visit to mark the historic occasion of the school’s 475th anniversary.

Four girls from Heatherton House School in Amersham, which is a satellite prep school in the Berkhamsted Schools Group, were lucky enough to meet the Queen and present her with posies of fl owers.

The eff ect of the impending royal visit extended beyond the school gates and into the town where there was an air of excitement and anticipation as the time of the royal arrival approached.

The fact that the visit coincided with The Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations gave an added fi llip to what was an important event that will be recorded in the annals of Berkhamsted School’s long history.

that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth entered the historic Lych Gate

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Make the most of summer

A–Z of Summer Fun

The holidays are looming and there are lots of things to do in the Chilterns and further afield. We’ve compiled an A to Z list of boredom busters that will keep everyone busy all summer long.

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A All Aboard! Thomas the Tank Engine is coming to Buckinghamshire Railway Centre in July and September. Take a ride behind Thomas the Tank Engine and on miniature steam trains, meet the Fat Controller, take part in other Thomas-themed activities and enjoy a children’s show. To book tickets, visit www.bucksrailcentre.org

B BFG Dream Jar Trail – to commemorate the release of this fantastic adaptation and Roald Dahl’s 100th birthday this summer, there will be a magical trail of giant jars across London and the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great

Missenden from 8th July to 31st August. Don’t miss the BFG themed Roald

Dahl Festival on 2nd July in Aylesbury Town Centre.

More details can be found on our new website, www.familiesonline.co.uk

C Why not visit the Chiltern Open Air Museum in Chalfont St Giles and enjoy lots of exciting family events and living history. There are re-enactment events every weekend throughout the school holidays. Come and see the Ragged Victorians on 23 – 24 July: meet authentic Victorian characters and try not to let them pick your pockets! Take your life into your hands when you meet the Highwaymen on 30 – 31 July. Be transported back to the Napoleonic era in Sharpe’s Rifl es on 6 – 7 August. Learn about Medieval England in Medieval Pageantry on 13 – 14 August and watch out for the Vicious Vikings on 20 – 21 August where you can visit their encampment and watch battle displays. Discover what life was like in Tudor Times and gather with the Militia to oppose the Armada in a spectacular August Bank Holiday event 28 – 29 August. To fi nd out more visit, www.coam.org.uk

D Let’s go fl y a kite, up where the sky is bright... The Dunstable Kite Festival runs on the weekend of 30th & 31st July from 11am to 5pm. Bring your own kite to the

highest point in the East of England, or watch the professionals. It’s free

to get in and only £2 for daily parking (NT members park for

free). Other good kite-fl ying spots include Coombe Hill (nr Wendover) and

Ashridge Estate (nr Berkhamsted).

E Get muddy and have fun learning about our Environment with Amersham Field Centre. A range of activities will be available for children aged between 5 and 14, from pond dipping to challenging team activities. Nature has never been so fun. To register your interest, visit www.fi eld-studies-council.org

F Have a go at making Freaky Flowers – You will need a jar, blue food colouring, water and white fl owers such as carnations. Add the food colouring and water to the bottom of the jar then after trimming the stems, add the fl owers so that the stems are immersed in the water. After a day or so, you should see some changes in the colour of the petals.

G Give a Monday to help a local charity. Teach your children to give to others by packing unwanted school books and equipment in boxes for children in Africa.

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School Aid are opening their doors to local families every Monday in August. Drop by

their warehouse in Hedgerley, Bucks between 10am–2pm during their Summer Open Days. Children will

receive a certifi cate to reward their eff orts. To fi nd out more, visit:

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H Have a head for heights? Then High-Sports Climbing Wall is for you. From as young as 4, there is something for all ages, the sky’s the limit. They’ve recently introduced Family Taster sessions that off er 60 minutes of active family fun. Visit their website for more details, www.high-sports.co.uk

I Invest in a tie-dye kit from a craft shop, then go wild! Handkerchiefs are a favourite

but anything cotton can be used to make something spectacular. Make daddy the talk of the offi ce

with his brightly coloured socks, either way the children will enjoy the

unveiling of every new design they make.

J Get bouncy on the new gigantic Jumping Pillows at Mead Open Farm, (just south of Leighton Buzzard). Find your way around the A-Maize-ing Maize and complete an Olympic trail (opening in August) to earn your very own gold medal. There’s also the Lamb National held daily during the holidays. With their own racing colours and miniature teddy jockeys, cheer on the sheep and guess the winner to win a special badge. For more information, call 01525 852954 or visit www.meadopenfarm.co.uk

K Create your own sports day: jump like a Kangaroo around the garden, balance bean

bags on your heads, create an obstacle course and fi nd out how many silly walks you can do in a minute.

L Learn some new skills at Queens Park Arts Centre and Limelight Theatre. They off er a huge amount of summer holiday workshops for all the family, from pottery and drama to ballet. For further details on these workshops, visit www.qpc.org/workshops

M Rainy days are always a bit tricky but never fear, visit a museum! Kids will have fun looking at all the various animals from walrus to baby tigers, there really is something for everyone at The Natural History Museum at Tring (look out for the huge elephant head above the doorway on the 1st fl oor) and it’s free. Other museums to look out for are the Bucks County Museum & Roald Dahl Children’s Gallery in Aylesbury as well as the Roald Dahl Museum & Story Centre in Great Missenden (there’s a Chiddler’s Hour for under three’s every Tuesday in July, fantastic for the little monkeys to let off some steam). See What’s On guide on pages 28-31 for more information.

N Life’s a beach especially when you visit The Beach at Norden Farm near

Maidenhead. This enchanting indoor beach gives you the sandy experience with

additional surfi ng via some special green screen technology. Open

from 26th July– 4th September, 10am–4pm. Visit www.norden.farm to

fi nd out more.

O Get ready for some serious summer fun at Odds Farm Park. Starting with their daily Wild West Show that has plenty of cowboy-themed activities (line-dancing, singing and much more) from 21st July – 12th August, the kids will love it! Following on from this the Circus will be coming to town (13th August – 4th September). Performing four shows daily with interactive workshops following after, kids and adults alike will marvel at the seemingly magical entertainment. For more information, call 01628 520188 or visit www.oddsfarm.co.uk. • See page 11 to win one of 3 family tickets

P Go back in time and visit Prestwood Steam Rally. The perfect place for a vehicle mad toddler, they will love the huge traction engines, vintage tractors and everything in between. Held on the fi rst weekend of July annually this event should never be missed, www.chilterntractionengineclub.co.uk

Q Quick and easy science at its best. How many chemicals are used to make black ink? With chromatography it’s easy to fi nd out.

Cut a sheet of blotting paper into strips, then mark each strip with a blob of

black ink (from diff erent pens) about 3cm from the bottom. Place

the strips into a jar of water (approx 2cm deep) then watch what happens.

R Discover Roald Dahl’s Buckinghamshire, a new exhibition at Bucks County Museum in Aylesbury that explores Roald Dahl’s connections to the county and its inspiration for many of his famous stories. Celebrating the 100th

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anniversary of Roald Dahl’s birth, the exhibition opens on 2nd July. Also at Bucks County Museum is the fabulous Roald Dahl Children’s Gallery, where hands-on exhibits are based on Roald Dahl’s much-loved children’s stories– you can investigate mini-beasts inside the Giant Peach, explore sound with the BFG, crawl along Fantastic Mr Fox’s tunnel, freeze your own shadow, magnify fleas and appear on television. There are also new children’s craft activities on every weekday in August. To find out more, visit www.buckscountymuseum.org

S Take a trip to London and visit the Science Museum - it’s free to get in

and there is plenty to do. See their website for details on what’s exhibiting at the moment,

www.sciencemuseum.org.uk

T Visit Rush UK Trampoline Park in High Wycombe and let the kids burn off their

energy with plenty of fun new activities including: Battle Beams, Total Wipeout, Walking Sticks, Dodgeball, Foam Pit and the Stuntman Airbag. Visit www.rushuk.com for their full schedule and prices.

U Put your underpants on the outside and be a superhero for the day. Make your own cape by carefully trimming a large t-shirt around the front of the collar then cut the t-shirt down the back to create a tapered cape shape. Quite possibly the easiest non-sew idea ever created!

V Grow your own vegetables! Don’t be disheartened when looking at seed packets, yes the sowing season has passed you by, but you can always buy plugs of baby plants. Try putting tomato plants in a hanging basket, it will reduce pests and the potential for blight. Top tip: Ask your little ones to use cotton buds to pollinate the flowers (if there is a lack of insects and faeries around).

W Discover Wildlife at Cotswold Wildlife Park and explore their park and gardens. August is Rhino Month as they had two baby Rhinos, Ian and John, born last year. Plus, enjoy Cotswold Falconry Flying Displays every weekend in August. There will also be daily talks to raise awareness of conservation projects. For more events, visit www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk/whats-on/events

X marks the spot. Create your own treasure hunt using a map or try a spot

of orienteering with some clever rhyming clues. Check out this website for tons more ideas,

www.treasure-hunt-ideas.co.uk

Y Have a Yes day– a day when the parents have to say ‘yes’ to any request from their children, although there should be ground rules e.g. no putting risk to others or causing harm, no permanent hair dye etc. Hopefully your little monsters will surprise you…

Z Try a Zip Wire experience at your local park for free or if you

fancy something a bit different try an exhilarating plunge through the

trees at Go Ape! Black Park or Wendover Woods. If you prefer your feet firmly on the ground, Black Park also offers Segway Rally experiences which are a class apart from the usual Segway fare (£35 for 60 minutes of outrageous fun! Min age 10 years).

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Favourite Summer Places Our favourite place to be in summer is our own back garden!

Naturally, a prerequisite of this choice is fabulous weather, but nothing beats throwing

all the windows wide open and enjoying a back to basics chilled day sprinkler jumping, playing badminton, having a picnic on the trampoline (where else!) and ending the day with a BBQ. No queues, no cost, no hassle!

We also love Chesham Open Air Pool – there’s something about a bit of outdoor swimming that makes us dream we’re somewhere hot & glamorous. Plus, there’s a café and a nearby park to prolong the outing.Zoe – What’s On editor

Nothing beats a last-minute picnic on one of the Chiltern hills. We particularly love the incredible views and the walk around Coombe

Hill. My kids love to fl y kites and explore the adventure trail (ideal for big kids and small). It’s also a great place to take visitors as it overlooks Chequers and you can see for miles, as far as Oxford. We also love Black Park, Wendover Woods and Ashridge Estate, anywhere there’s nature and sunshine. Chrissie – Editor

Pick Your Own (PYO) at at Peterley Manor Farm near High Wycombe was a revelation to my 3 year old son – fruit and veg grow on plants and in soil and don’t just come pre-packed from the supermarket!

Our favourite time to visit is mid-season in July when you can pick strawberries, raspberries, peas, chard, carrots and beetroot amongst others. The season runs from now until the end of October and it’s the perfect active day, or morning, for little ones and big ones alike. Plus, for mum and dad the coff ee and cake in the Wild Strawberry Café is the ideal treat!Lena – Advertising Manager

When we fancy going on a low cost adventure, we always head to Naphill Common. It has tons of paths that meander through a variety of

trees, woodland creatures and mud to excite toddlers and older kids alike. It also has plenty of tree stumps for impromptu sitting and animal-made paths for hide and seek. There is also a café in the pavilion, within walking distance and next to the car park handily. The kids love to use their imagination in the woods, although it doesn’t take much eff ort, they are simply magical.Charlotte – Families Online, North Buckinghamshire

Some of the Families Chiltern team share our favourite local places, we may see you there...

Amersham Field Centre, Mop End, HP7 0QRActivities range from minibeast hunts & pond dipping, bushcraft, den building, challenge activities & more.

1-5 Aug - Environmental Explorer Week 8-12 Aug - Adventure Week9.30am-3pm, 5-11yrs, half days available for 5-7yrs. Extended hours available 8.30am-5.30pm

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For more activities:Check out our new website www.familiesonline.co.uk for daily updates from Charlotte and Laura on summer events, activities, holiday camps, clubs and classes in your area. You can also visit our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/FamiliesChiltern/ or follow us on Twitter, @ FamiliesChilter

Tramping through Tring Park for a family picnic and spending an afternoon in the Natural History Museum in Tring

defi nitely make the top of our list for summer activities. When we are in the mood for some retail therapy (and this happens often in a family of 3 girls), we hit Berkhamsted High Street. There are serious bargains to be had in the treasure trove of shops, (boutique and charity) which keep myself and the girls busy for the whole day. When we need to refuel there are so many lovely coff ee shops to chose from, one of our favourites has to be the fabulous Make Believe Café.Laura– Families Online, West Hertfordshire

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WIN Tickets to Odds Farm ParkRoll Up, Roll Up! The Big Top returns to Odds

Farm Park with two must-see summer shows and we have 3 entry tickets for 2 adults and 2 children to give away.Join in with plenty of cowboy-themed fun at Odds Farm Park’s Wild West Shows! Marvel at the skills of the magical circus performers, daily from 13 Aug to 4 Sept.Elsewhere at Odds Farm Park this Summer Holiday, expect more exciting activities – balancing beams and bridges, wobble boards, slides and children will love the NEW outdoor adventure play area.Visit oddsfarm.co.uk to fi nd out more.To win one of three entry tickets to Odds Farm Park for 2 adults and 2 children, simply answer the question below: What shows can you see at Odds Farm Park this summer?a. Wild West Shows & Circusb. Pirate Shows & Circusc. Superheroes Shows & Circus

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Win one of three family tickets to Woburn Safari Park and see the gorgeous new arrivals – a playful pair of Amur tiger cubs born last year and three adorable North American black bear cubs who join over 1,000 other wild animals in Woburn’s beautiful parkland reserves. Your safari adventure includes loads of exciting new animals and attractions this summer! Chelonia Pathways is a new habitat for Albert, Flo, Ken, Harold and Gordon the charismatic Aldabra tortoises. Spot new arrivals – the Bush Dogs, moving into their new home in time for the summer holidays. See Asian elephant calf Tarli at Elephant Meadow and get close enough to touch the Asian elephants during the daily demonstrations. Plus, you can catch the brilliant new 3D mini-movie in Sea Lion Cove – ‘20,000 Leagues Under the Sea’ and bounce on over to the upgraded Tiny Tots Safari Trail, a special bouncy castle for the under 5’s.To be in with a chance of winning one of three entry tickets to Woburn Safari Park for 2 adults and 2 children*, please answer the following question:Earlier this year, North American black bear Phoenix gave birth to cubs. But how many did she have?a. Fiveb. Threec. Two*Please note: Woburn Safari Park is only accessible by car.To fi nd out more, visit www.woburnsafari.co.ukTicket valid for 6 months from date of issue.

includes loads of exciting new animals and attractions this summer!

HOW TO ENTER: Enter all of our competitions by emailing your answers, contact details and the competitions you’re entering to: [email protected] Our competitions close on Friday 5th August.

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WIN a family day out to Paultons Park and discover Lost Kingdom Families has teamed up with Paultons Park for your chance to win a fantastic day out this summer. New for 2016 is an amazing new Dinosaur Theme Park World, Lost Kingdom. Take a Jurassic jeep expedition at the Dino Tour Co., ride the Velociraptor boomerang coaster and soar high into the sky on The Flight of the Pterosaur – a new suspended family coaster!Lost Kingdom also features life-like animatronic dinosaurs, Jurassic themed family rides, the Little Explorers’ Play Park and an amazing opportunity to come face to face with ‘living’, walking Dinosaurs at Alive – Dinosaur Encounter!Paultons Park off ers over 60 great rides and attractions including big rides, small rides, play areas and a collection of exotic birds and animals all set within 140 acres of the beautiful New Forest National Park. Paultons is of course home of Peppa Pig World, with 7 amazing Peppa-themed rides!For more info, go to www.paultonspark.co.ukTo win a family pass to Paultons Park, all you have to do is answer the question below:What is the name of the new boomerang coaster?a. Triceratopsb. Velociraptorc. StegosaurusTerms and Conditions: Prize is a family pass for 4 people over 1m in height. Tickets are valid during any open day until 31st May 2017 but are not valid for the Christmas attraction (please see website for details).

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Summer holiday activity guide

Camps & PlayschemesA PASSION FOR… HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS Week-long courses designed to encourage development of new and existing skills, 6–13yrs,£199 per week.Tel: 01235 467300, www.supercamps.co.ukAkeley Wood Junior School, Wicken25–29 July & 8–12 Aug, Food (The Great British Takeaway)1–5 Aug & 15–19 Aug, Food (Super Camps Bake–off )Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School, Marlow25–29 July & 8–12 Aug, Food (Super Camps Bake–off )1–5 Aug, Food (The Great British Takeaway)Swanbourne House School, nr Aylesbury25 July–5 Aug, Super Science15–26 Aug, Arts & CraftsThe Beacon School, Chesham Bois25–29 July, Arts & Crafts8–19 Aug, Super Science

The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe25–29 July, Super Science1–5 Aug & 15–19 Aug, Food (Super Camps Bake–off )8–12 Aug & 22–26 Aug, Food (The Great British Takeaway)15–19 Aug, Arts & CraftsThorpe House, Gerrards Cross25–29 July, Super ScienceWestbrook Hay School, Hemel Hempstead25 July–5 Aug, Super Science

BARRACUDAS ACTIVITY DAY CAMPSWycombe Abbey, High Wycombe andAbbot’s Hill School, Hemel Hempstead.A range of over 80 activities including sports, arts, dance, drama & lots more. 25 July–19 Aug, 4.5–16yrs, 8.30am–5.30pm, wraparound care is also available 8am–6pm. £154/week, £39/day.Tel: 0845 1235299, www.barracudas.co.uk

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Whether your children want to dabble in drama, go crackers for crafts, get sweaty doing sports, go mad for music, loopy for learning or bonkers for baking, there’s something for everyone in this indispensable guide to keeping the kids happy all summer long.When you call, don’t forget to mention Families Chiltern.

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BASECAMP A range of activities to develop sporting, artistic & social skills. From 8 July–26 Aug, 9.30am–4.30pm, wraparound care available. £144/week, £32/dayBerkhamsted Pre Prep School, Haresfoot CampusMini Basecamp, 3–5yrsBerkhamsted Prep School, Doctor’s Common Road Multi Activity Camp, 5–11yrsBerkhamsted Boys School, Castle StreetGreat British Baking–Summer Fruit, 26 July, 7–13yrs, £65, 9.30am–4.30pmSummer Baking & Ice Cream, 3 Aug, 7–13yrs, £65, 9.30am–4.30pmGreat British Baking with Chocolate, 16 Aug, 7–13yrs, £65, 9.30am–4.30pmGreat British Baking – Biscuits & Pastries, 23 Aug, 7–13yrs, £65, 9.30am–4.30pmBerkhamsted Prep School, Doctor’s Common RoadComputer Skills, 18–20 July, 24–26 Aug, 7–12yrs, £40/day, £114/3 days, 9.30am–4.30pmTel: 01442 358115, www.berkhamstedbasecamp.co.uk See more BASECAMP listings under ‘GET ACTIVE.’

BUSY LIVING HOLIDAY CLUBS Amersham (Elangeni School, Woodside Avenue), Chalfont St Peter (St Joseph’s School, Priory Road) & Aylesbury (Bearbrook School, Fowler Road).A range of pre–planned activities for children aged 4+ including cinema trips, bushcraft workshops, den building, park visits, cooking, crafts, water fi ghts and more. Ofsted registered ‘Good’ in 2014. Open 8am–6pm with fl exible, online bookings, full day and sibling discounts – see Handbook on website for further info.Tel: 01494 722318, email: info@busy–living.co.uk, www.busy–living.co.uk

CLUB SPORT UK MULTISPORTS CAMPSA range of sports for 5–13yrs, £15.50, £18 extended hours, 8.30–9am to 3–3.30pm.Crown House School, High Wycombe22 July–5 SeptHoltspur School, Beaconsfi eld25 Jul–26 AugSt John’s School, Risborough25 Jul–26 AugTel: 07877 828251, www.clubsportuk.com

GET ACTIVE SPORTS CAMPSFun & imaginative sports sessions for 4–16yrs, combined with challenging games, activities & themed crafts.9.30am–3.30pm, £17.90, 8am–6pm, £25.90.Prestwood Junior School, Great Missenden1–12 AugRedgrave Sports Centre, Marlow21 July–2 SeptTel: 01344 860868, www.getactivesports.com

KIDS PLAY ACTIVITY DAY CAMPSA full schedule of action packed activities, 8.30am–5.30pm, wrap around care available.Mead Open Farm, Leighton Buzzard22 July–1 Sept, 4–11yrs, Tel: 0333 1230037, www.meadopenfarm.co.ukOdds Farm Park, Wooburn Common

21 July–1 Sept, 4–12yrs, Tel: 01628 520188, www.oddsfarm.co.ukWillows Farm, London Colney26 July–31 Aug, 3–12yrs.Tel: 01727 829535, www.willowsactivityfarm.com

MILLBROOK ACTIVITY CLUBMillbrook Combined School, High Wycombe.A fully equipped Holiday Club that off ers children aged 3–11 years many opportunities to take part in fun activities & projects, with regular outdoor play. Ideal for children to make new friends & improve social skills. 8am–6pm, £25 per session.Tel: 07903 583954, [email protected]

MULTI–ACTIVITY DAY CAMPSGames, sports & creative activities, 4–14yrs, 8am to 6pm available, £199/week.18 July–26 Aug, Akeley Wood Junior School, Wicken18 July–26 Aug, Griffi n House, Little Kimble, Aylesbury18 July–26 Aug, The Beacon School, Chesham Bois18 July–26 Aug, The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe18 July–26 Aug, Thorpe House, Gerrards Cross18 July–26 Aug, Westbrook Hay School, Hemel Hempstead25 July–26 Aug, Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School, Marlow25 July–26 Aug, Swanbourne House School, Nr Aylesbury.Tel: 01235 467300, www.supercamps.co.uk

RAW ADVENTURE CAMPSWeek–long bushcraft, outdoor survival & animal encounter camps, 7–14yrs, £199/week.25–29 July, The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe25 July–5 Aug, Akeley Wood Junior School, Wicken25 Jul–12 Aug, The Beacon School, Chesham Bois1–19 Aug, Griffi n House, Little Kimble, Aylesbury1–19 Aug, Westbrook Hay School, Hemel Hempstead8–19 Aug, Swanbourne House School, nr Aylesbury15–19 Aug, Thorpe School, Gerrards Cross.Tel: 01235 467300, www.supercamps.co.uk

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Summer Holiday Superheroes Camp

8-12 AugustHoly Trinity Primary School, Cookham

15-19 AugustWooburn Scout Hall, Wooburn Green

22-26 AugustHoly Trinity Primary School, Cookham

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SUMMER TENNISCAMP 2016Week 1: 25th - 29th July Week 2: 1st - 5th AugustWeek 3: 8th - 12th AugustWeek 4: 15th - 19th AugustFor Tots to Teens (3-18 years)A typical day at camp includes:• 45 min sessions for tots, 10am - 3pm for mini’s and juniors• Lots of fun, racket skills, games, practice drills & competitive matchesFor an application form please contact:James Woodwards TennisMobile: 07834 826130Email: [email protected]: www.jwtcoaching.comVenue: Aylesbury Tennis Club, HP21 9NJ

SPORTSPACE / APEX MULTI–ACTIVITY CAMPSSportspace Berkhamsted, Douglas Gardens and Sportspace Hemel Hempstead, Park Road.Activity camps for 5–11 year olds. Camps are running throughout the summer from 25th July. To fi nd out more, please go to www.apex360.co.uk/apex–camps

ULTIMATE ACTIVITY CAMPSBeaconsfi eld High School, Wattleton Road.Games, creative and sports activities. For 4–14 yrs.25 July–26 Aug, 8.30am–5.15pm, wraparound care also available 8am–6pm. £41/day, £194/week.Tel: 0844 870 7077, www.ultimateactivity.co.uk

WOODROW HIGH HOUSE SUMMER DAY CAMPSWoodrow High House, Cherry Lane, Amersham.Fun and energetic activities including archery, low ropes, den building and much more for children 5–11 yrs.25 Jul–2 Sept, (excludes bank holidays, weekends and w/c 1st Aug), 8.30am–4.30pm, extended pick up is available to 5.30pm.£37/day, £148/wk plus a 10% sibling discount. Tel: 01494 433531, www.londonyouth.org

Get ActiveAQUA–VIE SWIM INTENSIVEMeadow Wood School, Bushey.Five-day swimming course to improve and enhance skills for the summer holidays or to increase water confi dence, 3mths–adults, contact their offi ce for further details.Tel: 01923 245773, offi ce@aqua–vie.com, www.aqua–vie.com

ARSENAL SOCCER SCHOOLSportspace BerkhamstedSoccer Camps for 6–13 year olds. Monday 25 July – Fri 19 August.To reserve your place, visit www.playthearsenalway.com

BASECAMPTel: 01442 358115, www.berkhamstedbasecamp.co.ukBerkhamsted Boys School, Castle StreetArts & Crafts Workshop (6–12 yrs), 12 July & 25 July, 9.30am – 4.30pm, £55/ day.Berkhamsted Pre–Prep, Haresfoot siteCricket (6–11yrs), 11–14 July, 9.30am–4.30pm, £40/day.

Dance (8–13yrs), 28–29 July, 9.30am–4.30pm, £80Haslam Playing Fields, ShooterswayCombined Sports Skills includes rugby, cricket & football, (7–12yrs), 9–10 Aug & 16–17 Aug, 9.30am–4.30pm, £40/day.Football (6–11 yrs), 11–12 Aug, 9.30am – 4.30pm, £40/day.Langley Tennis Club, Kings LangleyTennis (4–14 yrs), 25 July–2 Sept, 9am–4pm, £160/week, £40/day.Berkhamsted School, Kings RoadLouis Smith Gymnastics Academy (5–14yrs), 10–12 Aug, 9.30am–4.30pm, £150 a week, £55 a day.Andrew Flintoff Cricket Academy (5–16yrs), 1–5 Aug, 9.30am–4.30pm, £185 a week, £42 a day.Gold Medal Academy (5–16yrs), 25–29 July, 9.30am–4.30pm, £170 a week, £42 a day.Netball Fever (girls 7–16yrs), 20–22 July & 15–17 Aug, £125 a week, £47 a day.Ultimate Lacrosse Experience (7–16yrs), 8–9 Aug, £80 a week, £42 a day.

CHILTERN FOREST SCHOOLGreat Kingshill School, High Wycombe22 July, 1–5 AugHawridge & Cholesbury School25–29 JulyClimb trees, build dens, cook & make potions with mud, crafts, stories & more. 5–11yrs, 9.30am–3.30pm, £35/day. Tel: 07801 010049, www.chilternforestschool.co.uk

COMBINED GOLF & TENNIS CAMPSStoke Park Country Club, Stoke PogesChildren aged 5–14yrs can learn both golf and tennis.26–29 July, 2–5, 16–19 & 23–26 Aug, 10am–3pm, £65/ day, sibling discount available.Tel: 01753 717184, [email protected]

FIELD STUDIES HOLIDAY ACTIVITIESAmersham Field Centre, Mop EndActivities range from minibeast hunts & pond dipping, mammal trapping, problem solving, challenge activities & more.1–5 Aug, Environmental Explorer Week, 8–12 Aug, Adventure Week, 9.30am–3pm, 5–11yrs, half days available for 5–7yrs. Extended hours available 8.30am–5.30pm.Tel: 01494 721054, www.fi eld–studies–council.org

PRE-SCHOOL (Lt Chalfont) Ofsted ‘Good’ Setting for 2-5yr olds

Some places still available for Mornings and Afternoons. Funding available up to 15hrs.

TUESDAY TODDLER GROUP 9.45 – 11.15am drop in, no pre-booking

£3 for first child, £1 extra children 01494 722318 [email protected]

www.busy-living.co.uk

HOLIDAY CLUBS Ofsted Good Clubs in school holidays

Flexible bookings between 8am - 6pm at Amersham, Chalfont St Peter, Aylesbury

Range of activities for 4 - 12 year olds Sibling/full day bookings discounts

01494 722318 [email protected] www.busy-living.co.uk

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ADDITIONALHOURS 7.30AM -6.30PM

FOLLOWING LAST SUMMER’S SELL OUT CAMP THE LOUIS SMITH GYMNASTICS ACADEMY WILL BE

RETURNING TO BASECAMP FROM 10 - 12 AUGUSTFor children aged 5 -14 years

WE WILL BE OFFERING A VARIETY OF CAMPSTHROUGHOUT THE SUMMER

PLEASE SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL DETAILS

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JWT TENNIS CAMPSAylesbury & Aston ClintonRunning during the school holidays, tennis camps for all ages from 3–18 yrs. Experience tennis, learn hand/eye co-ordination, balance & agility & improve existing skills.25 Jul–29 Aug, 1 Aug–5 Aug, 8 Aug–12 Aug, 15 Aug –19 Aug. Tots Camps, 3–5yrs, 9–9.45am. Mini Tennis, 5–10yrs 10am–3pm. Junior Tennis Camps, 11–18yrs, 10am–3pm.Tel: 07834 826130, www.jwtcoaching.com

LITTLE KICKERSAmersham, Beaconsfield, Chorleywood & High WycombeFootball–based physical activity classes running throughout the summer holidays for 18 months – 7 yrs. Children can develop co–ordination, balance, agility and social skills through football. Please call for a free trial class, (subject to availability). Tel: 01442 506371, email [email protected], www.littlekickers.co.uk

MULTISPORTS AMERSHAM & CHORLEYWOOD SUMMER WORKSHOPDr Challoner’s High School, Little Chalfont16 exciting sports in a week. Activities include gymnastics, soccer, lacrosse, basketball & games.25–29 July, 4–6yrs, 9.30am–12.30pm, £125; 6–16yrs, 9am–4pm, £235.Tel: 0844 3350450, www.multisports.co.uk

PETER LAVERY TENNISChesham Bois Tennis Club.All standards welcome, for 2–17yrs, from tots and mini–tennis sessions through to all–day junior camps.11 July–1 Sept, Mon to Thurs only, (excluding week of 23rd August).Tel: 07885 206587, www.peterlaverytennis.com/camps/summercamps.php

RUSH TRAMPOLINE PARKCoronation Road, High WycombePut a spring in their step and book a summer camp at Rush in July or August. Trampolining, fitness, tumbling, freestyle, dodgeball and other ball games including wipeout. Contact [email protected] to register your interest or visit www.rushuk.com

SERIOUSLY FUN SWIMMING SCHOOLTeikyo Japanese School, Wexham25– 29 July. Five–day intensive swimming course, 30–minute classes between 9 and 11am, £75.Tel: 01753 364364, www.seriouslyfun.net

SCOOTER HOLIDAY CAMPSXC, Hemel HempsteadTwo-day scooter camps for 8–14 year olds are running throughout the summer on Thursdays & Fridays, 10am – 4pm, from 25 July. Suitable for beginner to intermediate riders. To find out more, visit www.thexc.co.uk

SKATEBOARD HOLIDAY CAMPSXC, Hemel HempsteadThree-day skateboard camps for 8–14 year olds are

running Mon–Wed, 10am–4pm, throughout the summer from 25 July. Suitable for beginner to intermediate skaters. To find out more, visit www.thexc.co.uk

SPRINGBUCKS 3 DAY GYMNASTICS CAMPHazlemere Youth Centre1–3 Aug or 8–10 Aug, 4–12yrs, 9.30am–4.30pm, £28/day, £14/half day.Tel: 07581 384176, www.springbucks.co.uk

SUMMER HOLIDAY SUPERHEROES CAMP Holy Trinity School, Cookham, 22–26 AugustGerrards Cross Memorial Centre, 8–12 AugustTylers Green Village Hall, 15–19 AugustFor 4–6yrs & 7–12yrs, Superhero themed and great active fun whilst learning kickboxing & self–protection techniques, beginners welcome, £25/ day or £115/week, 9am–3pm.Tel: 07828 534817, [email protected], www.TheSamuraiFitnessGroup.com

TENNACE TENNIS CAMPSGerrards Cross LTC, Bull LaneHave fun & improve tennis skills at these camps for 3–16yrs, book a single or multiple days. Wraparound care available for 6–15yrs.Tel: 07791 912490, [email protected], www.tennace.com

THE ELMS MULTI–SPORT CAMPLittle Chalfont Primary School, Oakington AvenueTennis, football, cricket, baseball, hockey, athletics & more activities for 4–12yrs. 25–27 July, 1–3 Aug & 8–10 Aug, 9am–12.45pm, 1.15–5pm or 9am–5pm. £23 am or pm session, £35 a day, £90 for three–day week.Tel: 020 8954 8787, www.elmsholidayschemes.co.uk

TRACK STARSWesthorpe Farm Lane, Little MarlowSummer fun athletics, running, jumping, throwing & games, 7–14yrs, £100/week, 9.30am–3.30pm.25–29 July, 1–5 Aug, 8–12 Aug & 15–19 Aug.www.bucks-speed-demons.info

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Please Note Sibling discounts are available.

Prices are subject to review on a regular basis. Other sessions are available for Holiday Club

Please contact Gemma on 07903583954 Or email us via [email protected]

Millbrook Activity Club (MAC) is an established, self-sufficient provision which provides childcare services as part of Millbrook Combined School. Millbrook Combined School is proud that we offer a full programme for children aged 3-11 years to working parents. Many parents/ carers also decide to use the Club as a social experience for their children, appreci-ating the benefits of the camaraderie and caring relationships that exist

between the children.

Breakfast Club

8.00am.-8.45am

£2

Nursery Plus 11.45am-3.15pm

£10

Holiday Club 8.00am-6.00pm

£25

After School Club

3.15pm-6.00pm £7

Aiming for Excellence - Learning for Life

Please Note Sibling discounts are available.

Prices are subject to review on a regular basis. Other sessions are available for Holiday Club

Please contact Gemma on 07903583954 Or email us via [email protected]

Millbrook Activity Club (MAC) is an established, self-sufficient provision which provides childcare services as part of Millbrook Combined School. Millbrook Combined School is proud that we offer a full programme for children aged 3-11 years to working parents. Many parents/ carers also decide to use the Club as a social experience for their children, appreci-ating the benefits of the camaraderie and caring relationships that exist

between the children.

Breakfast Club

8.00am.-8.45am

£2

Nursery Plus 11.45am-3.15pm

£10

Holiday Club 8.00am-6.00pm

£25

After School Club

3.15pm-6.00pm £7

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Something Beautiful . . .

Call Candy Barker on 01494 [email protected] • www.bucksschoolofdance.co.uk

The Bucks School of Dance is one of the county’s premier dance schools, with classes for all children from age 3 and up, at Bourne End, Loudwater, Holtspur, Seer Green & Penn Street. A lively, friendly atmosphere, with inspiring and fully qualified teachers. Come and try us: we’d love to meet you.

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WINNING START CRICKET CAMPSChorleywood Cricket ClubSelected dates in summer holidays, 10am–3.30pm, 5–11yrs, £25 a day, £40 for two days.Tel: 07730 601411, www.winning–start.co.uk

WYCOMBE WANDERERS FOOTBALL CAMPSChesham Bois, The Beacon SchoolProfessional coaching for boys & girls, 25–29 Jul, 8–12 & 22–26 Aug, 10am–3pm, 4–12yrs, £25/day, £75/5days, Tel: 01494 455736, www.wwset.co.uk

Drama and Music ALLSTARS ACADEMYBerkhamsted/Tring: 25–29 JulyLongwick School/Princes Risborough: 1–5 AugWith ex West End performers, great studios with plenty of outdoor fun, platters of fruit and drinks included. Singing, dance & drama course which includes arts, crafts & theatre skills. Mon–Fri 4–6yrs: 9.30am to 2pm, £125 (£115 current pupils), 7–18yrs: 9.30am to 4pm, £145 (£135 current pupils).Tel: 01442 878577, www.allstarsacademy.biz

BUCKS SCHOOL OF DANCE: THEATRE PLUS Wycombe Abbey SchoolNew summer school includes daily singing, dancing and acting classes. Plus, a trip to see the matinee performance of The Railway Children in London and workshops in costume and make up. August 22–26, 10am-3.30pm, daily £35, week £160, (theatre trip included in weekly price). To reserve your space, email: [email protected]

DANCE CAMPSSportspace Hemel HempsteadDance camps for 5–11 year olds throughout the summer from Monday 25 July.Camps are delivered by Sportspace in partnership with Apex. To find out more please go to www.apex360.co.uk/apex-camps

JO JINGLES Jo Jingles are running summer family sessions at Forty Green Community Hall (Gomms Wood Close, Beaconsfield HP9 1XR). All sessions will be 10–11am and are for children aged 1–8 years. The sessions will be held: 26th, 29th July and 2nd, 4th, 9th, 12th, 23rd and 25th August. For more information call Val on 01494 814174, or email: [email protected].

MONKEY MUSIC Musical fun for little monkeys at weekly holiday classes throughout the summer. Classes are available for mixed age groups: 40 minute class for 3 months–7 yrs or for under 1 yr there are 30 minute baby classes. You do not have to be a Monkey Music member to attend but all children must be accompanied by an adult. Beaconsfield 29 July, Gerrards Cross 6 & 13 Aug, Amersham 10 & 22 Aug & High Wycombe 19 Aug. Normal classes resume Monday 12 Sep. Tel: Elen 01494 716861, email [email protected], www.monkeymusic.co.uk

PERFORM SUMMER WORKSHOPSIf you’re looking for a fun summer activity for your 4–7 year old then come and join a Perform drama, dance and singing workshop based on ‘The Jungle Book’ story. For 7–12yrs, the workshop will be ‘The Secret Garden’.A team of highly trained professionals will fire imaginations & encourage the children to project their voices, learn energetic dance routines & sing catchy songs. Perform Summer Experiences are courses specially designed to encourage creativity, confidence and communication skills as well as being a kaleidoscope of fun. £225/3 days, £330/5 days, sibling discount available.

The Jungle Book:Beaconsfield, St Michaels’ Church Hall: 25–29 July or 22–26 Aug, 10am–3pm.

The Secret Garden:Beaconsfield, St Michaels’ Church Hall: 18–22 July, 10am–3pm.Tel: 020 7255 9120, www.perform.org.uk


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Running throughout the summer holidays and catering for all standards. Tots and mini tennis from 2 years old through to all-day junior camps.

Come and have some fun this summer at Peter Lavery Tennis. Apply early to avoid disappointment.

Visit www.peterlaverytennis.com for an application form or call Peter on 07885 206587 or email

Summer Tennis Campsat Chesham Bois Tennis Club

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POPSTARS ACADEMY SUMMER WORKSHOPS Beaconsfield: Dance & singing workshops for 6–12yrs, with a focus on ‘street dance’ to current chart music, use of dance props & learning songs/dances from a West End theatre show. Courses will culminate in a final performance to parents and all children will receive a free Popstars t–shirt, medal and certificate. 8–12 Aug & 15–19 Aug, 10am–4pm, £120 PSA & returning students, £135 non–members.Amersham: Daily workshops for 4 – 9 yrs on 3rd, 10th, 22nd, 23rd & 24th August, 10am– 2pm, £25 PSA Members, £30 non–members. Discount available for all 3 days.Tel: Hazel 01753 650 090, [email protected], www.PopstarsAcademy.com

ROCKJAM MUSIC SCHOOL Little Chalfont, Dr Challoner’s School17–19 Aug, 3 day Rock School summer course for ages 7–16, 17/18th 12.30–4.30pm & 19th 12.30–6.30pm, £160. Students will learn new skills & songs on their instrument of choice, get to Rock Out at a performance on the last day and also record a CD to keep. All abilities welcome.Tel: 07730 922449, www.rockjammusicschool.com

STAGECOACH SUMMER WORKSHOPS Week–long workshops featuring lots of singing, dancing and acting – gain invaluable experience in performing, develop confidence and make new friends. www.stagecoach.co.ukAmersham 01494 565402, email: [email protected] Trails & Teapot Tales, 6–16yrs, 1–5 Aug, 10am–4pm, £160.Under The Sea, 4–6yrs, 1–5 Aug, 9.30am–12.30pm, £95.Aylesbury 01296 747758, email: [email protected] Magic of Musicals, 7–18yrs, 25–29 July, 10am–4pm, £160.Jungle Jive, 4–8yrs, 25–29 July, 9.30am–12.30pm, £120.Berkhamsted & Hemel Hempstead 01442 875977, email: [email protected] Madness, 6–18yrs, 25–29 July, 10am–4pm, £150.Musical Madness, 4–6yrs, 25–29 July, 9.30am–12.30pm, £120.High Wycombe 01494 533203, email: [email protected] A Musical Week, 6–15yrs, 1–5 Aug, 9.15am–4.15pm, £160.Jungle Jive, 4–7yrs, 1–5 Aug, 9.30am–12.30pm, £90.Razzle, Dazzle, Broadway, 15+yrs, 1–5 Aug, 10am–5pm, £160.Thame 01865 763767, email: [email protected] Modern Millie Jr, 6–18yrs, 15–19 Aug, 10am–4pm, £185.Pirates Versus Mermaids, 4–6yrs, 15–19 Aug, 9.30am–1pm, £125.

THE ELGIVA SUMMER WORKSHOPChesham, The Elgiva Theatre25–29 July, fun packed week working towards an original production with song & dance for 8–18yrs, 10am to 4pm, plus 7pm performance on Fri 29 July, £120.Tel: 01494 582900, www.elgiva.com

THE PERFORMING ARTS CLUB – SPACE ACADEMYBerkhamsted25–28 July, four–day fun, drama, dance, music & art workshop for 5–13yrs. 9am–3pm, wraparound care also available 8am–5pm, £120.Tel: 01442 865240, www.active–creative.com

Arts, Crafts & CookeryBEVERLEY GLOCK COOKERY SCHOOLPrinces RisboroughSummer baking courses, 10am–1pm, 5–12yrs, £37.50.Afternoon Tea Treats Workshop, 21 July: scones, lemon drizzle, raspberry almond tarts.British baking,18 Aug: eccles cakes, Yorkshire cheesecakes, shortbread & Welsh cakes.Patisserie, 31 Aug: choux buns, fruit friands, French madeleines.Tel: 01844 275692, www.beverleyglock.com

OGLEE POGLEEBerkhamstedEach summer workshop in August offers a choice of six creative activities for children 2–7yrs with lots to explore, something huge to paint, stories and fun art techniques.Tel: 07976 447130 [email protected], www.ogleepoglee.co.uk

QUEENS PARK ARTS CENTRE–SUMMER WORKSHOPSQueens Park Arts Centre, AylesburyTel: 01296 424332, www.qpc.orgAll courses run 10am–3pm, £20 (£18 members), 7+yrs 25 July, Pottery – Lions, Unicorns & Dragons 26 July, Thumbelina & The Flower 27 July, Pottery Castles 28 July, Big Bird Bards! 29 July, Cats Go..COOKING!

Languages & TuitionFLYING START TUITION11+ tests looming? Need a little help this summer?Flying Start Tuition are running a range of 11+ courses in Chesham, Little Chalfont and Aylesbury, including: Year 5 11+ revision and practice courses.Year 4 and 5 maths, English and non–verbal reasoning booster courses.11+ mock tests and feedback sessions.11+ practice papers also available to purchase.Tel: 01494 772898, email [email protected] or visit www.flyingstarttuition.co.uk

PEN & INK TUITION11+ CEM summer holiday courses.1–5 Aug and 8–12 Aug, 9am–noon & 2–5pm.£350 for five lessons, (am or pm).Optional practice tests on 6 & 13 Aug.To book, call: 01494 773300 or email: [email protected]

THE LITTLE LANGUAGE ACADEMYMemorial Centre, Gerrards CrossFun French holiday camps for 3–10yrs.24–26 Aug, 10am–2pm, £30/day.Tel: 07903 525070, www.thelittlelanguageacademy.co.uk

TOUCH TYPE TITANS The Drive, AmershamTouch typing courses for 9–18 yrs.25–29 July, 9.30am–12.30pm.1–5 Aug, 9.30am–12.30pm.All courses are £140, plus optional software £25.Private tuition is also available.Tel: 01494 723631, email [email protected], www.touchtypetitans.com



Summer learning

The long summer holidays are a well-earned break; a time for kids to spend whole mornings in their PJs, to build dens, go on endless outings and enjoy a ride on their bikes in the park. But the downside of such a lengthy spell away from school is that learning can slip back signifi cantly, with children often forgetting some of the skills they have learnt.

The good news is that we’ve

got plenty of ways to prevent this so-called ‘summer slide’. This is largely fun stuff and there’s no need to capitalise all of their, or indeed your, time. Don’t panic, July and August won’t become some sort of temporary home school project and besides, they’re likely to be awake 12 to 14 hours a day, so even half an hour of learning still leaves masses of time for kicking back and relaxing…

Head to the library for the Summer Reading ChallengeThis popular scheme runs every summer in almost all public libraries across the UK and is designed to encourage children to read throughout the holidays. Usually, those who fi nish at least six books over the six-week period receive badges, rewards and a certifi cate at the end, with some schools choosing to hand these out in assembly at the start of the new academic year. Even better: it’s all completely free!

Check out the Summer Reading Challenge website for more information, as well as children’s book-related news, chat and competitions. www.summerreading

Send some postcards Get your children to share their holiday news with grandparents or friends via good old-fashioned postcards. You could

agree a swap with their best friends before heading off for any trips. Younger school-age pupils can practice their letter formation, whilst older ones can look at incorporating some exciting vocabulary into their messages. For keen writers, perhaps fi nd a pen pal – this could even be a cousin who lives far away.

Break out the board games and prop open the puzzle booksBoard games are ideal for those inevitable-to-a-British-summer rainy days and many of the more traditional options incorporate maths. For reception children, work out their counting with Kerplunk (they’ll need to check who has the most sticks and the diff erence) and Snakes and Ladders. For junior school age kids, Monopoly requires dealing with money and addition, subtraction and multiplication.

Brain Training

By Liat Hughes Joshi

Keep your child’s brain ticking over the summer holidays

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Meanwhile, Sudoku, word search and logic problem books are all brilliant brain stretchers for times when a more solitary activity is needed.

Keep a holiday scrapbook Head to the stationery shop and choose a funky diary or scrapbook and some pens or pencils, then get them started with keeping a record of their most exciting moments of the summer. For younger writers, even a word or sentence under a picture or stuck-in memento is a start, whilst older children might want to put pen to paper and turn the scrap book into a lengthier journal.

Sneak stealth learning into everyday activities Daily life is full of sneaky little educational opportunities – some so subtle that your children will barely notice what you’re up to. It might be weighing and measuring ingredients when baking cakes, dividing the bill between families in a restaurant, or budgeting in the toy shop. If you get too into this, the kids will inevitably spot what you’re doing and complain, but now and then you should get away with it.

Start a blog Tap into an older child’s interests and suggest they set up a blog about it – it could be sports-related, about cooking or outings they’ve been on. If you’re worried about internet safety, just keep it anonymous or fi lter out any messages and comments

yourself. Another option is to keep the blog private and not actually publish it – they can still show it to friends. You never know, they could be the next internet blogging sensation…

Ready, get set, go for some Olympic-themed learning 2016 is an Olympic year, so combine boosting interest in sport with some maths and literacy. Ideas include reading the sports

section of the paper or setting up their own medal winners’ league table by country. You could also pick a medal winner’s country each day to research together and fi nd a few facts about.

Work on non-academic skills that are useful tooWith much less going on compared to term time, the holidays are a perfect opportunity to work on age-appropriate skills your child could do with picking up or honing. Improving their swimming, doing their shoelaces up, or getting used to becoming a shade more independent by, say, walking to post a letter or to the corner shop, are all worthwhile ideas.

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Summer learning

Avoid the summer brain drain by taking advantage of your less structured time to embark on some enjoyable maths learning journeys. The school run may be temporarily on hold, but learning doesn’t need to be on pause too! Many children lose on average the equivalent of one to two months maths and skills over the summer holidays. However, with a little inspiration and some planning, the summer can instead be converted into an opportunity to stretch their minds and explore new concepts.

It is often a challenge to keep your children physically and mentally active during the long summer break, so here is a list of activities to try by Numbermix. These will help you demonstrate that learning is important, relevant and fun and can be an enjoyable part of their day-to-day lives. In fact, learning can happen anywhere and anytime! Take your pick from these fun-fi lled activities…

Preschool - Craft Stick Movement Game: Collect 20 craft sticks. On the fi rst 10, label each of them with a number between 1 and 10. On the next 10 label them with an action such as jump/hop/dance. When the craft sticks are ready, place them in 2 separate piles

– numbers and actions. Pick one stick from each pile. The number tells you how many of each action you must do and the action tells you what action to do. For example if ‘6’ and ‘star jump’ were picked, you must complete 6 star jumps, counting down from that number as you go.

Reception – Outdoor Symmetry: In the middle of a paved area draw a line using chalk about two metres long. This is your mirror line. You and your child should stand either side of the line. Make a shape with your body and ask your child to mirror the shape. If they mirror it correctly, then it is their turn to make a shape with their body and for you to mirror them! This is great fun when done to music. You can also use chalk to draw a shape or picture on one side of the mirror line. Hand the chalk over and ask your numberbug to draw the mirror image of your shape or picture on the other side of the mirror line.

Year 1 – Penny Trade Game: You will need: A die, a sheet of paper and pen, 30 x 1p, 20 x 5p, 10 x 10p, 10 x 20p, 5 x 50p, 10 x £1 and 1 x £2 coins in a box, these can either be plastic or real.

Players take turns rolling the die, and for each spot on the die they pick a coin from the box. For each turn, players record the number they rolled on a piece of paper, they also record the total value of the coins they picked and which coins could have been used to make the same total with the least number of coins. On any turn a player can choose to trade any coins they have for a larger coin if they are able to. The fi rst player to trade their way to a £2 coin is the winner.

Year 2 – Sundial: Find a sunny spot in the garden or even on a patio or pavement. Put the stick in the ground so it is vertical. If you are using a patio or pavement, you can put the stick in playdough and use that to hold the stick upright on the hard ground. Each hour throughout the day, place a rock, or mark with chalk where

the shadow from the stick falls at that time. Depending on the time you have available, you may have to place rocks over a couple of days before your sundial is complete. Year 3 - Learning walk: Take your child on a learning walk. Look for numbers, shapes, angles (hint: tree branches are a good place to start; antenna on snails should get extra points!), patterns and sequences. Count trees, leaves, scooters and signs. Challenge and time them while they discover maths in nature!

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Year 4 - Appoint a family planner/travel agent: Choose a special day out/holiday trip from your calendar and appoint your child as the travel agent. Have them look at maps, estimate distances, consider what you might need to budget for and make a suggested schedule. You could start by helping your child research events and activities in the area and select some to include in the schedule.

Year 5 – Leafy Multiplication: Ask your child to go out to the garden or park and fi nd branches with diff erent numbers of leaves on them (3,4,5 etc.). You can then ask your child multiplication questions and have them organise their leaves to show the correct product. This can be done with all their times tables as long as you can fi nd the right branches!

Year 6 - Fractals all around us: Ask your child to fi nd examples of fractals in nature. Fractals are never-ending patterns that repeat themselves in diff erent scales (hint: you’ll fi nd them in trees, leaves, rivers, water drops). The trick is to look for ‘self-similarity’ – the part that looks like the whole. Contrary to popular belief, you won’t fi nd ‘frozen fractals all around’ but your children should get bonus points for any fractals they can point out.

Finally, ask your children to try to get through a day without using maths and they’ll soon learn it’s impossible. Make the most of those lazy days to come and enjoy your summer!

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School matters

Starting primary school the easy way

Help your child get used to the idea of schoolIn the months approaching the big day, read books about going to school together – Janet Ahlberg’s ‘Starting School’ or Lauren Child’s ‘I am Absolutely Too Small for School’ are ideal. This will introduce them to what goes on and let you discuss school together, answering any questions your child might have.

Talk too about your own happy school memories or encourage an older sibling or friend to discuss the things they enjoy at their primary school.

Build familiarity with their new school Attending settling-in sessions is invaluable to build familiarity and demystify what school is all about. They’ll let your little one meet their teachers, see the classroom, dinner hall and loos, and at least a few prospective classmates.

Meanwhile, if you’re driving or walking past the school, point out positive features, such as the playground equipment.

Don’t worry about reading, writing and maths beforehandMany parents are concerned that their child can’t recognise letters or count before

they begin school but remember this is what they’ll be going there to learn – teachers don’t expect any prior knowledge. Focus instead on non-academic ‘school ready’ skills: things like going to the loo independently and cleaning themselves afterwards, putting their own coat on and eating using cutlery. Being able to listen, sit still, share and follow instructions will make school life easier too.

The day or two before the big day…Highlight the things they’re excited about, such as a toy that caught their eye in the reception classroom, or seeing the lovely teacher or their friend from nursery again. Pre-empt their anxieties too – these can be little things, for example, how to let the teacher know if they need the loo, or what happens if they don’t like any of the lunch options.

Double check where you are meant to be and when on the first day and what your child needs to bring with them. If you’ll be driving, remember to work out where you’ll park – mum or dad spending 30 minutes getting flustered because you’re late and can’t find a space will not create a relaxed mood for day one.

The night before…Ease the morning rush by getting everything ready now – uniform laid out, packed lunch made (if they aren’t having school lunches) and school bag packed.

Help the first morning run smoothlyGetting kids from bedroom to classroom on time can be challenging even for the most organised parents. Minimise stress (and how many times you have to say ‘hurry up’) by putting away any toys or turning off screens that are too distracting. Be clear with your child about what needs doing when and keep any messy eaters in PJs until breakfast is over, to avoid ruining that pristine first-day uniform.

It’s time to go in…We all want that perfect first day photo but don’t make them late – and irritable – with endless attempts to get it. Stringing out your goodbyes for ages can end in tears that otherwise wouldn’t happen – simply remind them to have fun and that you’ll be there to collect them later and give them a hug. If they’re nervous or unsure, start a small ritual, perhaps putting a ‘kiss’ in their pocket for them to grab later if they’re missing you.

Don’t forget the tissuesThere’s a time and a place for concealing your own feelings from your children and if you’re upset or anxious, this is one of them! Try your best to wait until you’re out of sight before sobbing, otherwise you could confuse or upset your child unnecessarily. Once they’ve gone in, if the waterworks do roll, rest assured you probably won’t be the only one, so don’t worry about what other parents or teachers think!

Starting primary school is a major milestone in your little one’s childhood – and indeed in your life too. So how can you ease them into this big change and limit the potential for tears on the first day?Here are a few tips to help you prepare your little one for their very first day at “big school”…

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Ramp up responsibilitiesSenior school children have to be considerably more responsible for their own belongings and themselves. Whereas primary school teachers send letters to parents, at ‘big’ school, communication on day-to-day issues might well be to your child only.

Begin building independence out and aboutMost secondary school pupils travel to school minus mum and dad, so get yours used to being out without you. It’ll be less daunting for them if this starts on the journey to primary

school, rather than being thrown into travelling alone on a lesser-known route.

Listen out for concernsSome children take this huge change in their stride and are ready to move on, while others will feel anxious. Common concerns include getting lost around a much larger school, dealing with the journey, making new friends and managing the homework load.

Attend settling-in daysMost secondaries hold a session for new joiners, usually during the summer term of year six. This is an important opportunity to get to know

the buildings, potential classmates and teachers and it should make the fi rst day less intimidating.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind once your child has started secondary school…

Expect them to be tired and emotional…Many year sevens get very tired thanks to the ‘newness’, on top of a longer day and a more complicated journey. Stick to early nights and restful weekends to fend off exhaustion – and the moodiness that goes with this.

Get super-organised with homeworkAt primary, pupils might only have had a small amount of homework; expect the game to be raised now. Not only will there be more but keeping

on top of when it all needs handing in can be complicated.

Get used to knowing much less about what goes onIn primary, you might well have been at the school gates most days and familiar with your child’s friends, parents and teachers. This will change: with independent travel comes a more hands-off approach.

Be there for them It’s tempting to think this independence means you’re being made redundant come September but they’ll still need you - albeit in diff erent ways. Be there as a sounding board - someone to listen and advise.

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Swimming is an exciting and rewarding activity that you can do with your child from as early an age as you wish. The only proviso is that the water is warm enough – around 29-30°C for a toddler – and that he’s fi t and well.

What are the benefi ts? Taking your toddler swimming has many benefi ts including:• Giving him a complete physical work-out

which helps to strengthen his heart, lungs and respiratory system.

• Helps with his core muscle development and co-ordination.

• Regular swimming can help to improve eating and sleeping patterns.

• Swimming can be socially stimulating for both you and your toddler, as well as being an excellent way to bond.

• It is an activity which all the family can take part in.

• Swimming is a life skill that has health benefi ts for all ages.

• It’s a skill which could save his life.

How to get your toddler started1. Even if you plan to take your toddler to

swimming lessons, it’s a good idea to take him to the pool yourself fi rst, before you begin any classes.

2. Look for family sessions, or times when the whole pool is available to adults and children.

3. Start with sessions of around 30 minutes until he’s happy in the water.

4. Get into the water fi rst and stand in the depth where you feel most comfortable with your arms out, ready to hold him, then ask your partner or friend to hand him to you in the water.

What your child will needThere is a wide range of swimwear available so if your child needs some encouragement it may help if you allow him to choose his own. It’s best for boys to wear trunk-type shorts as longer ones that reach the knee will drag in the water and make swimming diffi cult.

There are also a lot of buoyancy aids on the market, so you may want to consider some of these until your child is confi dent in the water. Or you can go to a pool that off ers family sessions with fl oats and toys for the children.

Goggles will stop water getting in his eyes, but you’ll need to make sure they fi t correctly and that they don’t reduce his vision.

When not to take your child swimmingAs a general guide, if your child has any of the following symptoms it would be best not to take him swimming:• Cough or cold• Fever• Infection• Diarrhoea• Skin rash• Ear infection• Open wound or cut

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Rio Olympics 2016

Olympian Adrian Moorhouse talks to Families

Adrian Moorhouse MBE was a world champion at 22 and Olympic gold medallist in the 100m breaststroke at Seoul two years later. He now uses the skills he learnt as a swimmer in his performance coaching business, Lane4, based in Bourne End, Bucks.

I talked to him about his life as a professional athlete, his business and commentating at this year’s Olympics.

Having learnt to swim at the age of six, he went on to swim for his teacher’s club, then for his school in Yorkshire. It all changed when he started swimming for the City of Leeds Swimming Club.

“By 15 I was swimming twenty hours a week. I was tired and my schoolwork suff ered, although I did ok at what we now call GCSEs. But on the positive side, I had made massive progress in swimming at the age of 15. I won the national age groups for my age but I also came second in the Senior Championships. At the age of 15 I was on the Junior and Senior British teams.

At the age of 16, I became the British men’s number one. By 17, I was third in Europe and by 18 I had won the Commonwealth Games.

I left school and went to university in America and learnt great techniques around

nutrition, psychology and strength training and came back to the UK to Leeds.

I had reached the pinnacle of success in 1986 at the age of 22 when I was world number one. At 23 I broke the world record, at 24 I got gold at Seoul and the years after were even better. I competed in two other Olympics; 1992 was my last Olympics and I retired at 28.”

Adrian has commentated on Olympic swimming since 1998 and will be at Rio this year. He has high hopes for the British swimming team.

“I am really happy to be commentating at Rio. A fantastic British swimmer, Adam Peaty, has recently won the European Championships. He’s also a breaststroker and won the World Championships last year. So he goes into Rio in the same position I was in when I won the gold at Seoul. If he wins, it will be the fi rst time we have had someone win it since I did back in 1988.”

We turned to discussing being a parent and how to encourage our kids in sport.

“Our job is to support and create an environment where they feel cared for because it should be the coach who challenges them and pushes them and gives them feedback on their stroke, running or throwing.

You have parents who see that their child is talented but if their child doesn’t want do it, they won’t succeed- they’ve got to want it themselves. You have to create opportunity, fi nd out what someone is passionate about and also recognise that it might not be your passion or interest.

Equally, you need to teach your children about staying power. You’ve got to help kids look at focus and commitment. Try and fi nd out why they don’t want to do something and give them a reason to continue with it.

At 12 and 13, kids often get dispirited because they are coming fi fth or sixth, but if they keep practicing they will improve. Tell them to compare themselves against themselves, rather than against another individual and most

importantly, tell them to be the best that they can be.”

It’s great advice from a very inspirational man, whose spirit and determination has defi ned all that he has done in sport and business.

I am looking forward to hearing him commentate at Rio and hopefully seeing Adam Peaty and the rest of Team GB bring home some medals.

With the Rio Olympics only a matter of weeks away, Claire Winter talks to Olympian Adrian Moorhouse MBE about life after winning gold

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It is one thing getting your little ones sleeping soundly at home but what happens when you travel or spend a few days away from home? Even one night of disruption can lead to a week of trying to regain a routine. So, how can you help your children to sleep well when travelling and slip straight back to the usual routine when you get back home?

Here are my 5 top tips for sleep when travelling with young children…

1. It is unlikely that you will be able to stick to your little one’s usual sleep schedule if you are on the road because the motion of the car may cause her to sleep more than usual, or to take a longer nap. Just let her sleep as she wants to and then adjust accordingly when you arrive at your destination. So, if she has not slept well on the journey, get her to bed nice and early. If she has had plenty of sleep on the journey and it’s getting late in the day, you could wake her up for the fi nal part of the journey and then go ahead with the usual bedtime routine.

2. Changing time zones can aff ect all of us but they can certainly throw the schedule of babies or young children. Don’t stress over it too much though because after you spend a day travelling, things will be a little out of whack anyway. My advice is to switch to local time as soon as you arrive and do everything as you would normally, but on the new time.

3. Try to create a sleep friendly environment with some familiarities from home. If you have brought any bedtime teddies or comforters along, or the pillow from their beds or a nightlight from home,

these could all help to set the scene. A portable black out blind might help darken a particularly bright room and have a play with the air conditioning to get the temperature just right, otherwise you might wake in the night to a sweaty hot or freezing cold room.

4. While you are away is not the time to try something new like putting a toddler who usually sleeps in a cot, into a bed for the fi rst time or putting a child on a top bunk for the fi rst time. The last thing you need to be doing on a family break is training a toddler to stay in bed or dealing with injuries from falling out of bed onto a hard fl oor.

5. It is okay if the holiday sleep routine is not exactly the same as the home routine. Just because you let your child fall asleep in the pushchair every night on holiday while you go out for dinner, does not mean he will expect the same when you get home.

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Summer in the Alps The Alps may be an obvious destination for the ski season, but how about a summer visit? Summer off ers enough green (the mountains) and blue (the sky) to set you up for the whole year – and plenty of fresh air to fi ll your families’ lungs.

With reasonably priced fl ights from London airports to Geneva then a short drive to Morzine, there is a warm welcome waiting from Paul and Francesca Eyre at Chilly Powder. With the main chalet - Au Coin du Feu - plus two chalets next door, you can organise your own meals, or join the party at ‘Au Coin du Feu’ for dinners that you usually only dream of. Family friendly early evening meals for the children and a daytime crèche for little ones not quite as active as you, with drinks in the bar for the grown ups – or in the Jacuzzi on the terrace – Paul and Francesca will make you wish that this was home!

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Ask an adult to supervise you while you place all the ingredients into a food processor and whizz to a puree, adding more lime juice if the mixture is thick.

Taste the mixture to check for sweetness as black currants can be very sour, add little more maple syrup if necessary. Transfer to lolly moulds and freeze for at least 8 hours or overnight.

Creamy berry yoghurt ice lolliesAdd a 200ml can of coconut milk to the mixture at the end, do not mix it, just gently swirl it round to achieve a mottled eff ect. This will reduce the tartness of the black currants and increase the yield to 6-7 lollies. If you run out of lolly moulds, fi ll ice cube trays for mini versions and use cocktail sticks for lolly sticks, take care with the sharp points though.

Strawberry yoghurt ice lolliesReplace the black currants, blueberries and raspberries with 200g fresh, hulled and chopped strawberries, reduce the maple syrup to 1 tbsp and add 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, check for sweetness. Make creamy version by adding the coconut milk as above.

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JulyFriday 1st

CRICKET SESSIONS NEXT 3

FRISAlfred Rose Community Centre, Aylesbury. 7.45–8.45pm, 8+yrs, drop–in, free. www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk

Saturday 2nd

CHARLIE’S CRODSCOLLOPING USA TRAILRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden.11am–5pm, free for visitors. www.roalddahl.com/museum

CRAFT FAIR & BAKE SALEThe Guide Hall, Beaconsfield Rd, Aylesbury, 10am–1pm, free.

FOOD FAIRThe Eden Shopping Centre, High Wycombe. 9.30am–6pm. www.edenshopping.co.uk

FULMER DAY VILLAGE FETEFulmer Village, Windmill Road, 1.30–5pm, free.www.facebook.com/fulmerfete

ROALD DAHL’S BUCKINGHAMSHIRE TOJAN 17

Bucks County Museum & Roald Dahl Children’s Gallery, Aylesbury. www.buckscountymuseum.org

ROALD DAHL FESTIVALKingsbury Square & Bucks County Museum & Roald Dahl Children’s Gallery, Aylesbury. 11am–4pm, free. Plus, free activities at Bucks County Museum. www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk/roald-dahl-festival

PLAY CHARTRIDGE SUMMER FETEChartridge Combined School, Cogdells Lane. Noon– 8pm, £1 entry. www.chartridge.bucks.sch.uk

Saturday 2nd to Sunday 3rd

40th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONSChiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles. 70’s theme, 10am–5pm, adult £10, child £6.50. www.coam.org.uk

A DAY OUT WITH THOMASBuckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton. 10.30am– 5pm, booking required, adult £15, child £11. www.dayoutwiththomas.co.uk

Sunday 3rd

AYLESBURY ON SEAThe Kingsbury, Aylesbury Town Centre. 11am–4pm, free. www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk/events

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BREAKING STORM WITH NICK COOKThe Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Great Missenden. Noon & 2pm, 7+yrs, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

GUIDED WOODLAND WALKHodgemoor Woods, Chalfont St Giles. 1½ hours, booking required. www.davidwillis.info

MUSICAL SUNDAYS NEXT 2 SUNS

National Trust, West Wycombe Park. 3rd: 2.15-5pm,17th: 2-5.15pm. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Tuesday 5th

CHIDDLERS’ HOUR NEXT 2 TUES

Roald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. 10–11am, 0–3yrs, drop-in, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

TODDLER TUESDAYS – LITTLE LEAVES & TALL TREESStowe Landscape Gardens, Buckingham. 10.30am–noon, drop-in, free with admission. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Friday 8th

TOTALLY BATTY WALKAshridge Estate, Berkhamsted. 8.30–10pm, drop-in, free. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Saturday 9th

AMERSHAM CARNIVALAmersham New Town, King George V Field. Noon, live music stage, BBQ. www.amersham-tc.gov.uk

EID FESTIVAL DAYBucks County Museum, Aylesbury. 11am–4pm, free family event as part of the Art of Islam Festival. www.buckscountymuseum.org

FIZZLECRUMPING CHOCOLATE CREATIONS Roald Dahl Museum & Story Centre. 11.15am, 12.15, 1.45, 2.45 & 3.45pm, 4+yrs, £4. www.roalddahl.com/museum

GLOW IN THE DARKWhiteleaf Hill, Princes Risborough. 9.45–11pm, booking required, adult £5, child £3. www.chilternsociety.org.uk

LITTLE MISSENDEN SCHOOL SUMMER FETELittle Missenden Church of England School. Noon – 2.30pm, free entry. www.littlemissendenschool.co.uk

Sunday 10th

ALPACA WALKSAbbotts Farm, Aston Abbotts. 2pm, 6+yrs, booking required, adult £18, child £12. www.abbottsviewalpacas.co.uk

DISCOVER DAHL’S ARCHIVES - THE GIRAFFE & THE PELLY & MERoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden.Noon, 1 & 2pm, 8+yrs, £1. www.roalddahl.com/museum

FAIRIES AT THE FARMHazeldene Farm, Chesham. 11am–4pm, adult £2. www.hazeldenefarm.com

MUM2MUM MARKETThe Amersham School, Stanley Hill. 3.30–5.30pm, £2.www.mum2mummarket.co.uk

PANN MILL OPEN DAYPann Mill, High Wycombe. 11am–5pm, free. www.pannmill.org.uk

PARTY IN THE PADDOCKMoorwards Farm, Iver Heath. 1pm, free. www.moorwardsfarm.co.uk

STEAMING DAYS ALL SUNS –21 AUG

Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton. 10.30am–4pm, booking required, adult £11, child £8. www.bucksrailcentre.org

THE GIRAFFE AND THE PELLY AND ME TRAIL Roald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden.11am–5pm, free for museum visitors. www.roalddahl.com/museum

Wednesday 13th

STEAMING DAYS ALL

WEDS –31 AUG

Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton. Booking required, adult £11, child £8. www.bucksrailcentre.org

Saturday 16th

BACK TO THE 80SElgiva Theatre, St Marys Way. 2.30 & 7.30pm, booking required, £12. www.elgiva.com

BRING A BEAR CONCERTSt Peter’s, Berkhamsted. 2.30pm, all ages, booking required, adults £7.50, child free. www.soundstastic.co.uk

DAKINI CRAFT MARKETThe Great Missenden Memorial Centre, Great Missenden. 10.30am–4.30pm, free. www.dakinicraftmarkets.co.uk

REPTILE ROADSHOWRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden.Noon & 2pm, 6+yrs, £5. www.roalddahl.com/museum

PENN WOOD FAIRPenn Woods, Amersham. 11am–4pm, drop-in, free.www.chilternsaonb.org

Saturday 16th to Sunday 17th

ENORMOUS TEETH TRAILRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden.11am–5pm, all ages. www.roalddahl.com/museum

CLASSIC VEHICLES SHOWChiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles. 10am–5pm, adult £10, child £6.50. www.coam.org.uk

Sunday 17th

BAND CONCERTSMemorial Gardens, Amersham Old Town. 2.30pm, picnics welcome, free. www.amersham–tc.gov.uk

PROGHOPPING PEGLEGS NEXT 6SUNS

Roald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. Noon, 1.30 & 3pm, 5+yrs, £2.50. www.roalddahl.com/museum

SUMMER OPEN DAYStokenchurch Dog Rescue, Tower Farm. Noon–4pm, adult £3. www.Stokenchurchdogrescue.org.uk

CHILTERN CYCLING FESTIVALPenn House, Penn Street. www.chilterncyclingfestival.com

What’s onSteam days at Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Sundays and Wednesdays

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Thursday 21st Jul 2016

AFTERNOON TEA TREATSBeverley Glock Cookery School, Princes Risborough.10am–1pm, 5-12yrs, booking required, £37.50. www.beverleyglock.com

ROCKET–GIANT COUNTRYRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden.2.30 & 3.30pm, 6+yrs, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

WILD WEST SHOWS AT ODDS FARM DAILYTO 12 AUGOdds Farm Park, Wooburn Common.

10am–5.30pm, four shows daily, drop-in, adult £13.50, child £12.50. www.oddsfarm.co.uk

Friday 22nd to Saturday 23rd

PENN FESTIVAL 2016The Big Park, Horsemoor Lane. Booking required. www.pennfest.net

Saturday 23rd SUMMER FUN

BIG FRIENDLY EARSRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. 10.30am, noon, 2 & 3.30pm, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

KNIGHTS & CASTLES – DRAGON TRAIL DAILY– SEPTHughenden Manor, High Wycombe. 10am–5pm,

free with admission. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

SHEEP RACING DAILY

– 4 SEPTOdds Farm Park, Wooburn Common. 10am–5.30pm, adult £13.50, child £12.50. www.oddsfarm.co.uk

Saturday 23rd to Sunday 24th SUMMER FUN

RAGGED VICTORIANSChiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles. 10am–5pm, adult £10, child £6.50. www.coam.org.uk

Sunday 24th SUMMER FUN

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICALElgiva Theatre, St Marys Way. 1.30 & 5.30pm, booking required, £15. www.elgiva.com

UCKY MUCKY CLAY GIANTSRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. Noon, 1.30 & 3pm, 4+yrs, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

Monday 25th SUMMER FUN

CHILDREN’S CRAFT ACTIVITIES WEEK

DAYS IN AUG

Bucks County Museum & Roald Dahl Children’s Gallery, Aylesbury. 10am–noon, 1–3pm, all ages, drop-in, £3. www.buckscountymuseum.org

POTTERY – LIONS, UNICORNS & DRAGONSThe Queens Park Arts Centre, Aylesbury. 10am–3pm 7+yrs, booking required, £20. www.qpc.org.

Tuesday 26th

required, £20. www.qpc.org.

SUMMER FUN

BEASTS & BUTTERFLIESHughenden Manor, High Wycombe. 11am–12.30pm, booking required, £4. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

THUMBELINA & THE FLOWERThe Queens Park Arts Centre, Aylesbury.10am–3pm, 7+yrs, booking required, £20. www.qpc.org

ZIM ZAM ZOOM! WITH JAMES CARTERRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. 1.30 & 3pm, 5+yrs, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

Wednesday 27th SUMMER FUN

CREATE!Amersham Museum, High Street. 2–4.30pm, drop-in, £2.50. www.amershammuseum.org

POTTERY CASTLESThe Queens Park Arts Centre, Aylesbury. 10am–3pm,7+yrs, booking required, £20. www.qpc.org

TELLING TALES WITH SANDRA AGARDRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. 11am, 1 & 3pm, 5+yrs, drop-in, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

WILD WEDNESDAYS EVERYWEDCliveden, Taplow. 11am– 3pm, 4–11yrs,

drop-in, £2. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Thursday 28th SUMMER FUN

BIG BIRD BARDS!Queens Park Arts Centre, Aylesbury. 10am–3pm, 7+yrs, booking required, £20. www.qpc.org

RASTAMOUSERoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden.Noon & 2pm, 3+yrs ,drop-in, £3pp. www.roalddahl.com/museum

Thursday 28th to Friday 29th SUMMER FUN

KNIGHTS & CASTLES FUN DAYS NEXT 4 THURS& FRI

Hughenden Manor, High Wycombe. 10am-5.30pm, drop-in £3. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Friday 29th SUMMER FUN

CATS GO COOKINGQueens Park Arts Centre, Aylesbury. 10am–3pm, 7+yrs, booking required, £20. www.qpc.org

FLUSHBUNKLED GIANT PARTYRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. Noon, 1.30 & 3pm, 4+yrs, £2. www.roalddahl.com/museum

THE GREAT BIG TREE CLIMB NEXTFRI TOOHughenden Manor, High Wycombe.

10am-4.45pm, £20. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Saturday 30th SUMMER FUN

REPULSANT SNOZZCUMBERSRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. Noon, 1.30 & 3pm, 4+yrs, £2. www.roalddahl.com/museum

Saturday 30th to Sunday 31st SUMMER FUN

HIGHWAYMENChiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles. 10am–5pm, drop-in, adult £10, child £6.50. www.coam.org.uk

TIGER CHARITY WEEKENDWoburn Safari Park, Woburn. 10am–5pm, all ages, adults £21.99, child £14.99 (online prices). www.woburnsafari.co.uk

Sunday 31st SUMMER FUN

ALPACA WALKAbbotts Farm, Aston Abbotts. See 10th July.www.abbottsviewalpacas.co.uk

CHA CHAR CHIMPS FAMILY FUN DAYStoke Mandeville Community Centre. 10.30am–12.30pm, 1–5yrs, booking required, £12/family.www.ccchimps.com

COLNE VALLEY FESTIVALThe Colne valley Park Visitor Centre, Denham. 11am–4pm, parking £2.50 at Denham Country Park.www.colnevalleypark.org.uk

PETER RABBITElgiva Theatre, St Marys Way. 3pm, booking required, £12. www.elgiva.com

WONDERCRUMP WILDLIFERoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden.11am – 4pm, all ages, drop-in, free for visitors. www.roalddahl.com/museum

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AugustMonday 1st SUMMER FUN

CHILDREN’S CRAFT ACTIVITIES WEEK

DAYS IN AUG

Bucks County Museum & Roald Dahl Childrens Gallery, Aylesbury. See 25th July. www.buckscountymuseum.org

SUMMER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES WEEKDAYS – 12

AUGAmersham Field Centre, Mop End. 9.30am–3pm, 5–11yrs, booking required. www.fi eld-studies-council.org

SUMMER OPEN DAY ALL MONS IN

AUGSchool-Aid UK, Hedgerley. 10am–2pm, all ages, drop-in, free. www.school-aid.org

Tuesday 2nd SUMMER FUN

FROGGLEFRUMPING ANIMALSRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden.10.30am, noon, 2 & 3.30pm, 6+yrs, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

TERRIFIC TUESDAYS ALLTUES IN

AUGChiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles. 11am–4pm, drop-in, free with admission. www.coam.org.uk

TODDLER TUESDAYS – THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLARStowe Landscape Gardens, Buckingham. 10.30am–noon, free with admission. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Wednesday 3rd Aug

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SUMMER FUN

BE INSPIRED PLAY DAYKing George V Field, Amersham New Town. 11am–3pm, free.

PLAY IN THE PARKAylesbury Vale Park, Park Street. 11am– 4pm, 3–12yrs, free. www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk

TELLING TALES WITH SANDRA AGARD ALLWEDSRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre,

Great Missenden. 11am, 1 & 3pm, 5+yrs, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

WILD WEDNESDAYS – MINIATURE GARDENSStowe Landscape Gardens, Buckingham. See 27th July.www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Friday 5th to Sunday 7th SUMMER FUN

DOCTOR DOLITTLEWycombe Swan Theatre, St Marys Street.www.wycombeswan.co.uk


ALIENS LOVE UNDERPANTSAylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street.12.30 & 3.30pm, 7th: 11am & 2pm, booking required, from £13.75. www.atgtickets.com

PROGHOPPING PILLOWCASESRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden.Noon, 1.30 & 3pm, 5+yrs, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

Saturday 6th to Sunday 7th SUMMERHOLIDAY FUN

SHARPE’S RIFLESChiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles. 10am–5pm, adult £10, child £6.50. www.coam.org.uk

Sunday 7th

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SUMMER FUN

DAHL-IGHTFUL DREAM CATCHERS

Roald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. Noon, 1.30 & 3pm, 5+yrs, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

FUN DOG SHOWHazeldene Farm, Chesham. 11am–4pm, free.www.hazeldenefarm.com

OLYMPIC TRAIL ALLAUG

Mead Open Farm, Billington. 10am–6.30pm, adult £10.95, child £9.95 (online price). www.meadopenfarm.co.uk


CHILDREN’S CRAFT ACTIVITIES WEEK DAYS IN

AUGBucks County Museum & Roald Dahl Childrens Gallery, Aylesbury. See 25th July. www.buckscountymuseum.org

SUMMER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES ALLWEEKAmersham Field Centre, Mop End.

See Monday 1st Aug.

Tuesday 9th SUMMER FUN

CREATE A CLAY DRAGON Hughenden Manor, High Wycombe. 10am–1pm, 7+yrs, booking required, £15. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

MAJESTIC MUGSRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. 11.30am, 12.30, 2 & 3pm, 6+yrs, drop-in, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum


STORYTELLING IN THE WOODSWendover Woods. Noon– 2pm, booking required, child £5. www.chilternsociety.org.uk

WILD WEDNESDAYS – PLANT IT, GROW IT, EAT ITStowe Landscape Gardens, Buckingham. See 27th July.www.nationaltrust.org.uk


TREE CLIMBINGCliveden, Taplow. 10.30am–5.15pm, 6+yrs, booking required, £18.50. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Friday 12th


SUMMER FUN

MINIBEAST MAGICKingsmead Recreation Ground, High Wycombe. 10am, booking required, child £5. www.chilternsaonb.org


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SUMMER FUN

MEDIEVAL PAGEANTRYChiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles. 10am–5pm, drop-in, adult £10, child £6.50. www.coam.org.uk

Saturday 13th

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SUMMER FUN

CIRCUS SPECTACULAR DAILY

– 4 SEPTOdds Farm Park, Wooburn Common. 10am–5.30pm, adult £13, child £12.50. www.oddsfarm.co.uk

DAKINI CRAFT MARKETThe Great Missenden Memorial Centre, Link Road. 10.30am–4.30pm, free. www.dakinicraftmarkets.co.uk



MOVING THE MAIL Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton. Steam rides & vintage vehicles, 10.30am–5pm, booking required. www.bucksrailcentre.org


CHILDREN’S CRAFT ACTIVITIES WEEK DAYS IN

AUGBucks County Museum & Roald Dahl Children’s Gallery, Aylesbury. See 25th July. www.buckscountymuseum.org

DEEPLY DIPPYDesborough Recreation Ground, High Wycombe.10am, drop-in, child £5. www.chilternsaonb.org

Thursday 18th


SUMMER FUN

BRITISH BAKINGBeverley Glock Cookery School, Bell Princes Risborough. 10am–1pm, 5-12yrs, booking required, £37.50. www.beverleyglock.com

CIRCUS SKILLS WORKSHOPSportspace Berkhamsted, Douglas Gardens. 3–4pm, 7+yrs, £12.40, (member £10.50). www.sportspace.co.uk

FAMILY MAGIC SHOWSportspace Berkhamsted, Douglas Gardens. 4.15–5pm, adult £4.40, child £3.90, members £2. www.sportspace.co.uk

FROGGLEFRUMPING ANIMALSRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden.10.30am, 12noon, 2 & 3.30pm, 6+yrs, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

HAPPY HOMES FOR HELPFUL BEESMicklefi eld Library, High Wycombe. Make a bee home, 2pm, booking required, child £5. www.chilternsaonb.org

Friday 19th


SUMMER FUN

ROCKET – GIANT COUNTRY NEXT

FRI TOORoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. 10.30am, noon, 2 & 3.30pm, 6+yrs, drop-in, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

WILD THINGWhiteleaf Hill, Princes Risborough. 10am, booking required, child £5. www.chilternsaonb.org

Saturday 20th


SUMMER FUN

DISCOVER DAHL’S ARCHIVESRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. Noon, 1 & 2pm, 8+yrs, drop-in, £1. www.roalddahl.com/museum

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHINGWest Wycombe Park – National Trust. Outdoor theatre, 7.30–9.30pm, booking required, adult £16, child £12www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Saturday 20th to Sunday 21st SUMMER FUN

BIG CAMPAshridge Estate, Berkhamsted. Noon –4pm Sun, £40.www.nationaltrust.org.uk

VICIOUS VIKINGSChiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles. 10am – 5pm, drop-in, adult £10, Child £6.50. www.coam.org.uk

Sunday 21st

MUSICAL SUNDAYSWest Wycombe Park – National Trust. 2-5.15pm, free with admission. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Monday 22nd


SUMMER FUN

CHILDREN’S CRAFT ACTIVITIES ALL

WEEKBucks County Museum & Roald Dahl Childrens Gallery, Aylesbury. See 25th July. www.buckscountymuseum.org

Tuesday 23rd SUMMER FUN

BUG SAFARIMicklefi eld Community Centre, High Wycombe. 10am booking required, child £5. www.chilternsaonb.org

BEVERLEY GLOCK COOKERY SCHOOL

Cooking ClassesWorkshopsParties

For children

Real Cooking Classes for adults

0870 766 8290www.beverleyglock.com

What’s on

31FAMILIESTo advertise, call 01296 586586 or email [email protected]

MAJESTIC MUGSRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden.6+yrs. 11.30am, 12.30, 2 & 3pm, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum


WILD WEDNESDAYS – FEATHERY FRIENDSStowe Landscape Gardens, Buckingham. See Wed 27th July

Thursday 25th SUMMER FUN

SWISHWIFFLING SHADOW PUPPETSRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. Noon & 2pm, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

TUSK EVENING CHARITY EVENTExclusive after-hours fundraising event. Tour of the Road Safari; woodland walk with the elephants, BBQ, talk, admission to zoo from 10am. Profi ts donated to TUSK. Booking required, all ages, £149. www.woburnsafari.oc.uk

WILDLIFE TREASURE HUNT AROUND GOMMS WOODCock Lane, Tylers Green. 10am, booking required, child £5. www.chilternsaonb.org


DANNY CHAMPION OF THE WORLDCliveden, Taplow. Outdoor theatre, 2 – 3.30pm, plus 6 – 7.30pm on Thurs, 3+yrs, booking required, adult £14, child, £10. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

TREE CLIMBINGCliveden, Taplow. See 11th August. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Friday 26th SUMMER FUN

JEWELS OF THE NIGHTPrestwood Local Nature Reserve, Great Missenden.7.45pm, booking required, family £15www.chilternsaonb.org


NIGHT CREATURE SAFARIWycombe Rye Lido, The Rye. 7.45pm, family £15.www.chilternsaonb.org

TABLE TOP SALEStokenchurch Dog Rescue, Tower Farm. 10am–noon, drop-in. www.Stokenchurch dogrescue.org.uk

Saturday 27th to Sunday 28th SUMMER FUN

FAMILY PARKLIFE WEEKENDAylesbury Vale Park, Park Street. Noon–9.30pm, free.www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk

Saturday 27th to Monday 29th SUMMER FUN

FOOD FESTIVALGreat Missenden, High Street. 10am–5pm, adult £4.50, child £1. www.doyoulovefood.co.uk


ALPACA WALKAbbotts Farm, Aston Abbotts. See 10th July. www.abbottsviewalpacas.co.uk

ROVER CAR RALLYBuckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton. Drop-in, all ages, adult £12, child £9. www.bucksrailcentre.org



& 3pm, 4+yrs, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

SUMMER FUN

TUDOR TIMESChiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles. 10am-5pm, adult £10, child £6.50. www.coam.org.uk

Monday 29th

www.coam.org.uk

SUMMER FUN

BIG FRIENDLY EARSRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. 10.30am, noon, 2 & 3.30pm, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

DAHLIA FESTIVALChenies Manor House, Rickmansworth. Mazes, trailor rides, 2-5pm, adults £8, child £4.50. www.cheniesmanorhouse.co.uk

MEET THE BEEKEEPERSHughenden Manor, High Wycombe. 10am-4pm, drop-in, free with admission. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

PRE–78 VEHICLE RALLY Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton.Drop-in, booking required, adult £12, child £9. www.bucksrailcentre.org

Tuesday 30th SUMMER FUN

TEDDY BEARS PICNICPrestwood Local Nature Reserve, Great Missenden.10am, booking required, £5. www.chilternsaonb.org

ZIM ZAM ZOOM! WITH JAMES CARTERRoald Dahl Museum & Story Centre, Great Missenden. 1.30 & 3pm, 5+yrs, £3. www.roalddahl.com/museum

Wednesday 31st SUMMER FUN

CREATE A DRAGON WORKSHOPHughenden Manor, High Wycombe. Noon– 3pm, 7+yrs, booking required, £15. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

PATISSERIEBeverley Glock Cookery School, Princes Risborough.10am – 1pm, 5–12yrs, booking required, £37.50.www.beverleyglock.com

WILD WEDNESDAYS – NATURE’S PAINTStowe Landscape Gardens, Buckingham. 10.30am– noon, 5–12yrs, booking required, free with admission.www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Walk with the elephants at Woburn Safari Park, Thursday 25th Aug

Just off J13 of the M1 or the A5 (MK43 0XB or MK17 9QN). Open from 10am to last entry at 5pm, closing at 6pm. www.woburnsafari.co.uk [email protected] Telephone: 01525 290407

Discounted Park tickets online at woburnsafari.co.uk

MAKE SOME NEW FRIENDS THIS SUMMER

TIGER THEMED CHARITY WEEKEND

30TH-31ST JULY

NEW!ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS

AND ADORABLE BABY ANIMALS

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