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Page 1: Summer 2011 What's On Guide

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NORTHERNNORTH EAST

EASTCENTRAL

SOUTH WEST

SOUTHSOUTH EAST

Stocksbridge & Upper Don

Stannington

WestEcclesfield

EastEcclesfield

Southey

Firth Park

Burngreave

Shiregreen &Brightside

Darnall

Manor Castle

Hillsborough

Walkley

CrookesCentral

Broomhill

Fulwood

EcclesallNetherEdge

GravesPark

ArbourthorneRichmond Woodhouse

Birley Beighton

MosboroughBeauchief& Greenhill

Dore & Totley

GleadlessValley

In this guide you will find details ofholiday activities going on all overSheffield, including sports, craft,music, outdoor activities and muchmore. There’s a lot going on aroundthe city for children and families -why not make this your mostexciting holiday yet?

The activities are divided up bylocation - use the map above to findout which area of Sheffield yourhome falls into.

We’re always pleased to hear aboutwhat's going on around Sheffield, soif you’re planning an event for nextholiday, please let us know and wewill include it in the guide for free.

You can contact us by emailat [email protected] call 0114 275 6699.

Happy holidays!

Welcome to this ‘What’s On’ guidefrom Sheffield Information Link –Sheffield’s Family Information Service.

Sheffield Information LinkSheffield’s Family Information ServiceContact our friendly team for information on:• Childcare - find out what's in your area and

how to choose. We can help you to findchildcare to pick up from your child’s schoolor to cover unusual working patterns.

• Fun leisure activities - after school clubs,holiday activities, classes and family days out.

• Education - find out about your localnurseries and schools.

• Family support - we can help you findservices to support your family.

• Disability information - find out more aboutspecific health conditions and what's availablelocally.

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Welcome to your What’s On guide, from Sheffield Information Link - Sheffield’s Family Information Service. In this guide you will find lots of activities and events taking place over the Summer Holiday. The guide is arranged by community assembly area so it’s easy to find activities that are taking place near to you, use the map opposite as a guide or for more details regarding community assemblies please visit www.sheffield.gov.uk/in-your-area/community-assemblies.

Contents

Central 2

East 13

North East 23

Northern 35

South 39

South East 44

South West 48

Outside Sheffield 55

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Central Community Assembly

Little Red Riding HoodUniversity Of Sheffield Shearwood Road SHEFFIELD S10 2TD0114 255 [email protected]://www.starstheatrearts.co.uk

When: Wednesday 20th - Saturday 23rd July Time: Wednesday - Friday 7.00pm; Saturday 3.00pmCost: £7.50 Age: All ages Stars Theatre Arts School is based in Nether Edge and runs classes for children from 3 - 16 years on Saturdays in dancing, drama and musical theatre. Join the pupils for this fairy tale musical adventure which all the family will enjoy.

Tramlines Music FestivalPeace Gardens Pinstone Street SHEFFIELD S1 [email protected]://www.tramlines.org.uk/

When: Friday 22nd - Sunday 26th July Times: Various Cost: Free Ages: Suitable for all ages. Kids welcome at the outdoor stages. The free for all music festival returns to Sheffield City Centre for its third year. Held at lots of venues around the city. Check out the website or email for details.

2012 By Any MeansTudor Square SHEFFIELD S1 2LA

When: Saturday 23rd July Time: 10.00am - 6.00pmCost: Free Age: Suitable for the whole family. Celebrate one year to go to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games with activities and displays showcasing sports and games from around the world.

Architects of AirCathedral Church of St Peter and St Paul Church Street SHEFFIELD S1 1HA0114 275 3434

When: Saturday 23rd July - Thursday 28th July Time: 10.00am - 7.30pm except on Sunday 24th when open 12.00pm - 5.30pm Cost: £3.50 per person Age: Suitable for children & famililes The structure transforms natural light into a kaleidoscope of light & colour spilling across pathways, domes & curved walls. The initial reaction is often described as walking through a stained glass window. Architects of Air appeals to children & adults and is suitable for all abilities.

Meet Fireman SamFire Police Museum The Old Fire Station 101-109 West Bar SHEFFIELD S3 8PT0114 249 [email protected]://www.firepolicemuseum.org.uk

When: Sunday 24th July, Sunday 28th August & Monday 29th August Time: 11.00am - 5.00pm (last entry 4.00pm) Cost: Adults: £4.00, Children: £3.00, Under 3’s: free, Family Ticket: (2 Adults & 2 Children) £11.00 Visit the Fire & Police museum and meet Fireman Sam.

Family ActivitiesSheffield Industrial Museums Trust Ltd Kelham Island Museum Kelham Island SHEFFIELD S3 8RY0114 272 2106http://www.simt.co.uk

When: Every Tuesday and Wednesday throughout August (excluding 30th & 31st) Time: 11.00am - 1.00pm (Museum opens until 4pm) Cost: £4.50 standard adult price; £3.50 concessions; children free. Age: suitable for children & families A host of family activities taking place at Kelham Island Museum. The mighty River Don Engine, the most powerful working steam engine in Europe, will be in steam at 12.00pm and 2.00pm. The Melting Shop Play Area is open every Sunday and throughout the School Holidays, please contact for more details. Please check the websites for details (also www.hawleytoolcollection.com).

Activity Sheffield - Central Area0114 273 [email protected]://www.sheffield.gov.uk/out--about/lleisure-services---activity-sheffield

When: Monday 25th July - Wednesday 31st AugustAges: 8+ years Various free or low cost Summer activities organised by Activity Sheffield held at various venues in the area. Please visit our website or phone for more details.

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Lil Pup CampSheffield International Venues Hillsborough Leisure Centre Beulah Road SHEFFIELD S6 2AN0114 231 [email protected]

When: Monday - Friday, 25th July - 26th August Time: 8.30am - 5.00pm Cost: £20.00 per day including morning snack and lunch Age: 6 - 7 years Activities include: sports coaching, Bouncy Castle Fun, Kite Making, Roller Races, Basketball, Dodgeball, Arts & Crafts, Fancy Dress days, Trampolining, Football, Mini Olympics, and Crash Mat Cricket

Mad Dog CampsSheffield International Venues Beulah Road Hillsborough Leisure Centre SHEFFIELD S6 2AN0114 231 2233n.briggs@sivltdhttp://hillsboroughlc.co.uk

When: Monday - Friday, 25th July - 26th August Time: 8.30am - 5.00pm Cost: £20.00 per day including morning snack and lunch Age: 8 - 12 years Come along and join in with Mini Olympics, Football, Quick Cricket, Dodgeball, Swimming, Tag Rugby, Roller Races, Pirate themed fun, games & fancy dress, Circuits, Volleyball, Creative fun, Rounders and much more. Please phone or go online to book a place.

Archie CampSports Centre at Wisewood Secondary School Rural Lane Wisewood SHEFFIELD S6 4BH0114 231 6934

When: Monday 25th - Friday 29th July & Monday 22nd - Friday 26th August Time: 9.00am - 3.00pm. After hours Archie also available 8.00am - 6.00pm. Free T-Shirt. Cost: 1 Day - £15.00; 2 Days - £25.00; 3 Days - £35.00; 4 Days - £45.00; 5 Days - £55.00 Age: 5 - 11 years Delivered by Archer School Sports Partnership. Kids have fun doing a range of activities including dance, trampolining, competition zone, football, cricket & judo. Contact to book and for further information.

Football Camp (5 - 14 years)SWFC Training Ground Middlewood Road SHEFFIELD S6 1TJ07816 985770

When: Week 1 Monday 25th July - Friday 29th July; Week 2 Monday 1st August - Friday 5th August; Week 3 Monday 8th August - Friday 12th August; Week 4 Monday 15th August - Friday 19th August; Week 5 Monday 22nd August - Friday 26th August; Week 6 Tuesday 30th August - Friday 2nd September Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm Cost: £45.00 per week for weeks 1-5 and £40.00 for week 6 - or £15.00 per day. Book any 3 camps for £100.00 or full 6 camps for £180.00. Age: 5 - 14 years.

Girls Football CampSWFC Training Ground Middlewood Road SHEFFIELD S6 1TJ07816 985 770

When: Week 1 Monday 25th - Wednesday 27th July; Week 2 Monday 1st - Wednesday 3rd August; Week 3 Monday 8th - Wednesday 10th August; Week 4 Monday 15th - Wednesday 17th August; Week 5 Monday 22nd - Wednesday 24th August; Week 6 Tuesday 30th August - Friday 2nd September Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm Cost: £25.00 per camp - £10.00 per day. Book any 3 camps for £50.00. Age: Girls only, 5 - 14 years

Roshni Trip to Bridlington444 London Road SHEFFIELD S2 4HP0114 250 [email protected]

When: Tuesday 26th July Time: 9.00am - 6.00pm Cost: £4.00 per seat for children (over 2), £6.00 per seat for adult (over 16) Age: suitable for all ages Seaside trip to Bridlington for women and children. Booking required.

Football Fun DaysKing Edwards School Darwin Lane Broomhill SHEFFIELD S10 5RG07815 307 [email protected]://www.trickywingers.co.uk

When: Week A: Tuesday 26th, Wednesday 27th & Thursday 28th July. Week B: Tuesday 2nd, Wednesday 3rd & Thursday 4th August Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm. (Registration is no later than 9.50am. Please return to collect your child no later than 2.55pm) Cost: Single day £15.00. 2 days £25.00. 3 days £33.00. Special offer: Book a full week then pay only £25.00 for any further week. Age: For boys & girls aged 5 - 12 Summer Holiday Football Fun Days. Coached by Steve Adams - ex Owls coach & professional player. Limited places - book early.

Treasure Trails (Weston Park)Weston Park Western Bank SHEFFIELD S10 2TP0114 268 6196

When: Tuesday 26th July Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 years should be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers for an afternoon of treasure hunting in Weston Park Get all the answers correct and find the treasure! Meet by the bandstand. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

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Open Air ShakespearePeace Gardens Pinstone Street City Centre SHEFFIELD S1 2HH0114 256 5567http://www.gbtheatre.com/sheffield.html

When: Thursday 28th July - Romeo and Juliet; Friday 29th July - Twelfth Night & Saturday 30th July - Romeo and Juliet Times: Peace Gardens open at 6.00pm. Performances start at 7.00pm. Costs: Thur 28th July: Seated: £15.00, Concessions £10.00. Picnic Style: £10.00, Concessions £7.00. Concessions: Under 16 (5-15) & OAP. Fri 29th & Sat 30th: Friday 29th July: Seated: £15.00, Picnic Style: £10.00. No concessions. Seating at the front and ‘picnic’ style behind on the grass areas - bring along your picnic rug. Tickets bought on the night will be subject to a £1.00 fee. Limited capacity so please book early as performances will sell out. GB Theatre Company are performing William Shakespeare’s famous love story Romeo & Juliet & the ever popular Twelfth Night in Sheffield’s Peace Gardens. Please bring warm clothing & waterproofs. Umbrellas are not permitted during the performance.

Healthy Cook Along - ChineseSharrow Community Forum South View Road SHEFFIELD S7 1DB0114 250 8384

When: Thursday 28th July Time: 6.00pm - 8.00pm Cost: From £2.00 A healthy cook along workshop with Chinese food which includes stir fry and chicken and sweet-corn soup.

Goal Keeping School 7 - 14 yearsSWFC Training Ground Middlewood Road SHEFFIELD S6 1TJ07816 985 770

When: Thursday 28th - Friday 29th July, Thursday 11th - Friday 12th August, Thursday 25th - Friday 26th August. Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm Cost: £25.00 per camp; £15.00 per day. Age: 7 - 14 years.

Sheffield Mental Health Day Wellbeing FestivalFargate City Centre SHEFFIELD S10114 221 [email protected]

When: Friday 29th July Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm Stalls representing health and wellbeing and mental health organisations. Activity areas for people to try out activities that can benefit both mental and physical health. Take part in a one mile walk around city attractions. Entertainment and fun for the family. Stalls are open all day.

Holidays at Home Vintage Summer FayreSheffield Industrial Museums Trust Ltd Kelham Island Museum Kelham Island SHEFFIELD S3 8RY0114 272 [email protected]://www.simt.co.uk

When: Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st July Time: 11.00am - 5.00pm Cost: Adults £4.50, Concessions £3.50 and Children are free Age: All ages Reminiscing the Wake Weekends of the 1940’s, a weekend of live music and dance, street entertainment, vintage stalls, living history home front family fun, 1940’s kitchen and much more. In partnership with the National Fairground Archive (University of Sheffield). Come along dressed in your 1940’s best.

Nature’s Wonders with the RSPBWeston Park Museum Western Bank SHEFFIELD S10 2TP0114 278 [email protected]

When: Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st July Time: 11.00am - 3.30pmCost: Free. Just drop in. Age: Suitable for the whole family Discover more about the wonderful world of birds, complete a Love Nature challenge, meet the RSPB and join with some high flying art work.

Dragon Arts Summer Art ClassesEndcliffe Methodist Church Ecclesall Road SHEFFIELD S11 8PR0114 250 9197/07527 8830510114 250 0650/07594 235815http://www.dragonarts.org

When: Monday 1st - Wednesday 3rd August; Monday 8th - Wednesday 10th August and Monday 15th - Wednesday 17th August. Times: 10.00am - 3.00pm Cost: £50.00 for 3 days; 2 children £80.00. Ages: 6 - 11 years, all abilities welcome. Places limited. Learn how to craft stories and make your own puppets & shows. Booking essential. Complete a booking form online or ring to book a place. Bring packed lunch and drink and wear suitable clothing.

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Zest Young Lifeguard AwardZest Centre 18 Upperthorpe Upperthorpe SHEFFIELD S6 3NA0114 270 [email protected]://www.zestcommunity.co.uk

When: Monday 1st & Tuesday 2nd August Time: 1.30pm - 2.45pm Age: Maximum age is 14 years Cost: £20.00 per child for both sessions. The course will include some first aid & resuscitation techniques as well as the obvious skills needed by a lifeguard (rescue in the water). Your child must have taken & passed at least Stage 4. Email contact for further details. Places are limited & are on a first come first served basis.

Doctor BikeWeston Park Western Bank SHEFFIELD S10 2TP0114 241 [email protected]://www.pedalready.co.uk

When: Saturday 6th August Time: 11.30am - 3.30pm Cost: Free Age: 5 years +. Bring your bike along for a Dr Bike Safety Check with Pedal Ready at Weston Park. Find out about local cycle training available in Sheffield. Please sign up on the day.

Summer Holiday HQHillsborough Park Middlewood Road SHEFFIELD S6 4HD0114 3276064http://www.sparkles-events.com

When: Mon 8th - Fri 12th August and Mon 22nd - Fri 26th August Times: 8.00am - 6.00pm Costs: Weekly bookings: Long day (8-6) £135.00; short day (9.30-4.30) £120.00. Ages: 8 - 13 years A wide variety of activities - arts, crafts and games, exploring and team sports - extending children’s experiences and using natural crafts. Bring own packed lunch. Additional snacks provided daily. Bring spare change of clothes, sun cream & hat, raincoat, wellies.

Snow WorriesMiddlewood Park Middlewood Road SHEFFIELD S6 1TF0114 240 3578

When: Monday 8th August Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Any age. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Find the Rangers at Middlewood Park and sledge the slopes on our purpose made grass sledges. Subject to weather. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

School Holiday Sport & Activity CampsPonds Forge International Sports Centre Sheaf Street SHEFFIELD S1 2BP0114 223 [email protected]://www.ponds-forge.co.uk

When: Monday - Friday 8th - 12th August, 15th - 19th August & 22nd - 26th August. Time: 8.30am - 5.00pm each day. Cost: £20.00 per day. 10% discount if you book more than a week in advance. Ages: 8 - 13 years Structured coached activities including trampoline sessions, diving, team games, multi-skills, puzzle solving and swimming. A morning snack and a healthy lunch is included in the price. Please note - children must be able to swim 25m in deep water to attend.

Water PoloZest Centre 18 Upperthorpe Upperthorpe SHEFFIELD S6 3NA0114 270 [email protected]://www.zestcommunity.co.uk

When: Monday 8th & Tuesday 9th August Time: 1.30pm - 2.45pmCost: £20.00 for both sessions Age: Maximum age is 14 How about trying something a bit different? Children will be taught the rules of the game, given hints & tips how best to play & take part in friendly games. Children must have passed at least Stage 4. Email contact for further details. Places are limited & are on a first come first served basis

Boggarts!The Playground Walkley/Crookes Bole Hill Recreation Ground SHEFFIELD S10 1QN0114 268 6196

When: Tuesday 9th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family Activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers and create your very own Boggart on Bolehills, then make it a home too. We will supply the materials, all you need to bring is lots of imagination. Meet at the playground, look for the Ranger Van. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Boggarts!Mount Pleasant Park Sitwell Road SHEFFIELD S7 1BG0114 268 6196

When: Wednesday 10th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers and create your own Boggart plus make it a home. We supply the materials, just bring your imagination. Meet on the main field by the Ranger van. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

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Jump Leap & MoveSports Centre at Wisewood Secondary School Rural Lane Wisewood SHEFFIELD S6 4BH0114 233 5457

When: Wednesdays 10th & 17th August Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Cost: £7.50 per day ( paid in advance) Age: 5 - 16 years Gymnastics, Trampolining and Multi-Sports Camp. Booking essential, contact for details.

PinnochioBotanical Gardens Clarkehouse Road SHEFFIELD S10 2LN0114 268 6001http://www.heartbreakproductions.co.uk

When: Thursday 11th August - Sunday 14th August Time: 6.30pm on 11th, 12th & 14th. 2.00pm on Saturday 13th Cost: Range of ticket prices between £8.50 and £15.50. Under 5s free. Age: All ages. Heartbreak Productions presentation. See www.heartbreakproductions.co.uk to book.

Intensive Swimming LessonsZest Centre 18 Upperthorpe Upperthorpe SHEFFIELD S6 3NA0114 270 [email protected]://www.zestcommunity.co.uk

When: 15th, 16th & 17th August and 22nd, 23rd & 24th August Times: 1.30pm - 2.05pm and 2.05pm - 2.45pm Cost: £30.00 per child per course. Age: 5 years+ These lessons are a great chance to get your children into the water and when we have done them in the past they have been a real success. Places are very limited. To register your interest for this please email Janet Price who will then contact you with further details.

Art Summer SchoolMillennium Gallery Arundel Gate SHEFFIELD S1 2PP0114 278 [email protected]

When: Tuesday 16th, Wednesday 17th & Thursday 18th August OR Tuesday 23rd, Wednesday 24th & Thursday 25th August. Time: 10.30am - 3.30pmCost: £50.00 per child Age: 7 - 14 years. Unaccompanied children welcome. Art Summer School takes place at the Millennium Gallery and the Graves Gallery. Explore the amazing world of Victorian blockbuster artist John Martin. Create your own artwork inspired by the John Martin exhibition, learn new creative techniques and make new friends.

Grass SledgingPonderosa Park Crookes Valley Road SHEFFIELD S10 1BA0114 268 6196

When: Tuesday 16th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Slide down our grass slopes and get your practice in early for next winter. Meet by the Ranger van at the bottom of the park. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Abbeydale Summer FestivalAbbeydale Industrial Hamlet Abbeydale Road South SHEFFIELD S7 2QW0114 272 [email protected]://www.simt.co.uk

When: Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st August Time: 11.00am - 4.45pm Cost: Adults, £3.50 Children, Free. Free general admission to the site. Age: Family activity - Children must be accompanied by an adult Local traditional craftspeople share their skills, amidst the sights, smells & sounds of the hamlet’s industrial past. Enjoy a Living History tour with Mr Tyzack, owner of Abbeydale works. Find out more about those that lived & worked in a rural scythe & steelworks dating back to the 18th century. With family activities, crafts and food stalls and more!

Hillsborough Park ExtravaganzaHillsborough Park Middlewood Road SHEFFIELD S6 4HD07922 411904

When: Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st August Times: 10.30am - 4.00pm Cost: Free Ages: Suitable for all the family Lots of market stalls and entertainment. To raise money for Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity.

Dance & Drama Summer School57 Burton Street SHEFFIELD S6 2HH0114 232 [email protected]

When: Monday 22nd - Wednesday 24th August Time: 9.00am - 3.00pm Cost: £12.00 per half day, £21.00 per full day, £60.00 for all 3 days (10% off for siblings) Age: 5 - 13 years Three days of drama, dance and singing for children and young people.

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Mini SafariGell Street Playground Gell Street SHEFFIELD S3 7QP0114 268 6196

When: Tuesday 23rd August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family Activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers to explore the woods and see what bugs and beasts live there. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Victorian Crime and PunishmentSt. Marys Church & Community Centre Bramall Lane SHEFFIELD S2 4QZ0114 203 9395 (Sheffield Archives)

When: Tuesday 23rd August Times: 10.00am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Ages: For children accompanied by parents/carers Andy Messer, storyteller & dramatist recreates the criminal underworld of Victorian Sheffield. Experience what it was like to be “up before the Beak” & try to stop an innocent man being sent to the gallows. Booking essential (please phone) as places limited.

Healthy Cook Along - ItalianSharrow Community Forum South View Road Old Junior School SHEFFIELD S7 1DB0114 250 8384

When: Thursday 25th August Time: 6.00pm - 8.00pm Cost: From £2.00. A healthy cookalong workshop featuring Italian food: pizza, calzone and salad.

Sainsbury’s UK School GamesPonds Forge International Sports Centre SHEFFIELD S1 2BP0114 273 6681

When: Thursday 1st - Sunday 4th September Cost: Standard admission from £5.00 More than 1,600 school-aged athletes from all UK regions will compete in the games held at various venues across the city. Swimming and table tennis events will be held at Ponds Forge. Ticket and timing information to be confirmed. Please phone for further details.

East Community Assembly

Cupcake DecoratingMeadowhall Centre Fancie High Street SHEFFIELD S9 1EP0114 235 [email protected]://www.meadowhall.co.uk

When/Times: Various workshops being held, please phone. Cost: £10.50 per person for 4 cupcakes Ages: All ages. Enjoy one of Fancie’s cupcake workshops. Show off your creative skills & decorate cupcakes with glitter, frosting and delicious toppings Everything you make you’ll get to take home – that’s if you can resist them for long enough. Please phone to book.

School Holiday ClubEnglish Institute Of Sport Coleridge Road SHEFFIELD S9 5DA0114 223 5600http://www.eis-sheffield.co.uk/school-holiday-club/

When: Monday - Friday, 25th July - 26th August Time: 8.30am - 5.30pm Cost: £25.00 per day for a weekly booking, £30.00 a day for single days. Includes lunch and refreshments Age: 8 - 13 years With coached sports sessions to improve your skills, arts and crafts and interactive guest visits there’s something for everyone to enjoy, whatever you are in to. Plenty of games, coached sessions and the chance to have a go at lots of different sports activities. Activities include athletics, badminton, basketball, volleyball, netball, tae kwon do, and boxing with Herol ‘Bomber’ Graham.

Sparkles Holiday HQMeadowhall Centre Upper Gallery next to WHSmith SHEFFIELD S9 1EP0845 600 [email protected]://www.meadowhall.co.uk

When: Saturdays 23rd, 30th July & 6th August. Times: 10.00am - 12.30pm & 2.30pm - 5.00pm Cost: Free Ages: children and families Holiday HQ provides fun and entertaining activities for young ones. These free taster sessions will give you an insight into what Holiday HQ offers & the possibilities for school holidays. 23rd July: Magic & Circus Skills, 30th July: Arts and Crafts, 6th August: Party Fun & Games.

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Pond Dipping (Fishponds)Corner of Hastilar Rd South/Richmond Rd SHEFFIELD S13 8EG0114 275 1176

When: Sunday 24th July Time: 1.30pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 years should be accompanied by an adult. Come and join the Rangers to find out what fascinating creatures inhabit our pond. Nets trays, magnifiers and ID sheets available to use. Meet at the pond. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear. Baby changing facilities available.

Activity Sheffield East Area0114 273 [email protected]://www.sheffield.gov.uk/out--about/lleisure-services---activity-sheffield

When: Monday 25th July - Wednesday 31st AugustAges: 8+ years Free or low cost summer activities at various venues in the area will include our fantastic Activity Camps Unleashed, Football, Multi-Sports and Swimming Camp, and Ice Skating Camp at various venues in the area. Please visit our website or phone for more details.

Ice Skating Sessions Coleridge Road SHEFFIELD S9 5DA0114 223 [email protected]://www.icesheffield.com

When: Monday 25th July - Friday 2nd September including weekends. Times: Mondays and Tuesdays 12.00pm - 2.00pm & 2.30pm - 5.30pm; Wednesdays and Fridays 12.00pm - 2.00pm, 2.30pm - 5.30pm & 7.30pm - 10.00pm; Thursdays 12.00pm - 2.00pm, 2.30pm - 5.30pm & 8.00pm - 10.00pm; Saturdays 10.30am - 12.30pm & 7.30pm - 10.00pm; Sundays 10.30am - 12.30pm & 1.00pm - 4.00pm. Costs: Per session: £5.00 for 16 years and under; £5.70 adults; £1.70 skate hire. Summer Super Savers (prices include skate hire): £7.50 Day Pass, £10.00 Week Pass, £40.00 Summer Family Pass. Contact for more information. Ages: 2 years - any age. Whether you want to skate with your family on a quiet chill out session or skate with friends to the latest beats on one of the disco sessions, then come to iceSheffield. Also has rink side cafe and restaurant. Payment on the door.

Super CampEnglish Institute Of Sport Coleridge Road SHEFFIELD S9 5DA0114 223 [email protected]://www.eis-sheffield.co.uk/supercamp

When: Monday to Friday throughout the summer holidays Time: 8.30am - 5.30pm Cost: From £25.00 per day for weekly booking, £30.00 per day for single days Age: 8 - 13 years Teamed together with Ice Sheffield and Don Valley Stadium. An action packed supercamp with sports coaching that lets you try your hand at 30 different sports. Lunch and camp t-shirt included. Children are fully supervised. Booking required.

Pond Dipping (Tinsley Park Hill)Playground High Hazels Park SHEFFIELD S9 4PE0114 275 1176

When: Tuesday 26th July Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 years should be accompanied by an adult. Come and join the Rangers to find out which fascinating creatures inhabit our pond. Nets, trays, magnifiers and ID sheets available to use.

Practical Conservation AfternoonThe Playground High Hazels Park SHEFFIELD S9 4PE0114 275 1176

When: Saturday 30th July Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 years should be accompanied by an adult. Come and help the Rangers tidy up and conserve the park. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Family Fun DayCholera Monument Grounds Norfolk Road SHEFFIELD S2 2SZ0114 275 1176

When: Monday 1st August Time: 1.00pm - 4.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family event. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Come along for a fun-filled session of games, crafts and activities at the Monument Grounds.

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Boggart VillageHollinsend Recreation Ground Off Ridgeway Road SHEFFIELD S12 2NL0114 275 1176

When: Wednesday 3rd August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family Activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. It’s National Play Day so come along and make a boggart and their village and then take your boggart home to protect your garden. Meet at the Ranger van near the playground

Soccer SistersMeadowhall Centre Lower High Street SHEFFIELD S9 1EP0845 600 [email protected]://www.meadowhall.co.uk

When: Thursday 4th & 11th August. Times: 11.00am - 3.00pm Cost: Free Ages: 7 - 11 years This South Yorkshire based girls’ football academy are bringing its team of experts to give training workshops. Every child receives a free kit & certificate & the option to purchase a team photo & t-shirt. Please note: Parents must remain present during this activity. Please book using the online form.Get Your Own Back!Meadowhall Centre SHEFFIELD S9 1EP0845 600 [email protected]://www.meadowhall.co.uk

When: Friday 5th & Saturday 6th August. Lower High Street - 5th, Lower Arcade - 6th. Times: Check with the Centre. Cost: Free Ages: children and familiesTV gameshow, Get Your Own Back, with Dave Benson Phillips will be live, giving children the chance to see someone they know face the gunge tank. Children’s nominations must be completed by a parent/guardian telling us who they want to face the tank & why they want revenge! Download form from the website, return by 29th July.Cook with WagamamaMeadowhall Centre The Oasis SHEFFIELD S9 1EP0845 600 [email protected]://www.meadowhall.co.uk

When: Friday 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th August. Times: 10.00am - 11.30am Cost: Free Ages: 7 - 10 years These fun classes will give kids a real taste for pan-asian cusine as they learn about wagamama’s food, its nutritional value & the environment in which the chefs work. The classes will finish with lunch - everyone gets to try some delicious noodle dishes. Places limited so booking essential - online via the Whats On pages.

Ornithological Bird Ringing (Tinsley)The Playground High Hazels Park SHEFFIELD S9 4PE0114 275 1176

When: Sunday 7th August Time: 7.30am - 11.00am Cost: Free Age: Familliy Activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Come and join Sorby Breck Bird Ringing group to find out how they undertake their ringing, measuring and recording the local birdlife. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Mini-beasting FunCentre in the Park Guildford Avenue SHEFFIELD S2 2PJ0114 275 1176

When: Monday 8th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family Activity Join the Rangers to hunt for the small creatures that live in the park. Come and have a go with sweep nets, bug pots and magnifiers to see what you can find and identify.

Pond DippingArbourthorne Pond Off Eastern Avenue SHEFFIELD S2 2GH0114 275 1176

When: Tuesday 9th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Come and join the Rangers to find out which fascinating creatures inhabit our pond. Nets, trays, magnifiers and identification sheets available to use. Meet at the pond.

Strike Martial Arts ClassesMeadowhall Centre Upper Gallery, next to WHSmith SHEFFIELD S9 1EP0845 600 [email protected]://www.meadowhall.co.uk

When: Thursday 11th & Monday 15th August. Times: Sessions at 12.00pm, 1.00pm & 2.00pm lasting 45 minutes Cost: Free for U16s Ages: Children & young people Martial Artists & former BGT stars ‘Strike’ will hold workshops that combine different styles of martial arts, acrobatics, gymnastics & dance, all choreographed to music. Places must be booked in advance - go on the website under the Whats On pages.

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Excel Street Dance ClassesMeadowhall Centre Upper Gallery next to WHSmith SHEFFIELD S9 1EP0845 600 [email protected]://www.meadowhall.co.uk

When: Friday 12th & Tuesday 16th August. Times: Sessions at 12.00pm, 1.00pm & 2.00pm lasting 45 mins. Cost: Free for U16s Ages: Children and young people Get your groove on and learn some funky moves at these energetic workshops with street dance experts, Excel. Booking essential - use the online form on the website What’s On pages.

Meadowhall Seaside SpectacularMeadowhall Centre (opposite the Centre) Bourbon Street Car Park SHEFFIELD S9 1EP0845 600 [email protected]://www.meadowhall.co.uk

When: Friday 12th - Sunday 21st August Times: Check with the Centre. Cost: £2.00 entry per person. Rides from £1.25 when you buy 10 tokens. Children’s rides 1 token, adult rides 2 tokens. Ages: children and families One of the car parks transformed into a giant theme park with traditional seaside attractions including a sandy beach, donkey rides, big top circus, game stalls, water rides and lots more.

Sledging the SlopesNorfolk Heritage Park Guildford Avenue SHEFFIELD S2 2PL0114 275 1176

When: Sunday 14th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Come and have a go on our grass sledges and ride down the slopes of the park. Meet at the Centre in the Park.

TrampoliningMeadowhall Centre Lower High Street SHEFFIELD S9 1EP0845 600 [email protected]://www.meadowhall.co.uk

When: Monday 15th - Monday 29th August Times: Check with the Centre. Cost: £4.00 per person Ages: Suitable for 4 years and over Reach for the sky and see how high you can bounce on our giant bungee trampolines.

Go KartingMeadowhall Centre Lower Park Lane SHEFFIELD S9 1EP0845 600 [email protected]://www.meadowhall.co.uk

When: Monday 15th - Monday 29th August Times: Check with the Centre. Cost: £4.00 per person Ages: 5 - 13 years. Under 5’s must be accompanied by an adult in a specially built Go Kart. Experience the thrill of competition racing in our specially constructed karting track. Tackle the twists and turns of our course and see if you can get the best lap time. Great fun for all those aspiring youngsters who want to be the next Lewis Hamilton!

Kite MakingArbourthorne Playing Field Arbourthorne Road SHEFFIELD S2 2FH0114 275 1176

When: Tuesday 16th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Come and make a kite with the Rangers and play with it on the playing field. Meet at the Ranger van on Arbourthorne Playing fields.

Family Fun Day at Manor LodgeSheffield Manor Lodge Discovery Centre 197 Manor Lane SHEFFIELD S2 1UJ0114 276 2828http://www.manorlodge.org.uk

When: Tuesday 16th August Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm Cost: £1.00 per child Age: suitable for all ages. Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult. Spend the afternoon exploring our Discovery Centre and grounds, play in the giant sand pit, play in the water, make your own lotions and potions and take part in a range of games and activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Excellent EggsSheffield Manor Lodge 197 Manor Lane Manor Oaks SHEFFIELD S2 1UJ0114 276 2828http://www.manorlodge.org.uk

When: Thursday 18th August Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm Cost: £1.50 per child Age: suitable for all ages. Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult. Meet our feathered friends, help collect the eggs and turn them into some tasty treats. Booking essential.

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Pond CleanThe Pond Hastilar Road South/Richmond Road SHEFFIELD S13 8LF0114 275 1176

When: Sunday 21st August Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Come and help to tidy the pond and surrounding area. Meet at the pond - corner of Hastilar Road South/Richmond Road. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Nature’s PaletteCholera Monument Grounds Norfolk Road SHEFFIELD S2 2SU0114 275 1176

When: Tuesday 23rd August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family Activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Create your own colours from the natural world then paint a picture using your own paints.

Up Close & Personal with Big Lad our Heavy HorseSheffield Manor Lodge 197 Manor Lane Manor Oaks SHEFFIELD S2 1UJ0114 276 2828http://www.manorlodge.org.uk

When: Tuesday 23rd August Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm Cost: £1.50 per child Age: suitable for all ages. Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult. A chance to spend the afternoon with Big Lad and learn about and take part in caring for him. Booking essential.

Animal FootprintsCarterhall Lane Charnock Recreation Ground Charnock SHEFFIELD S120114 275 1176

When: Wednesdy 24th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Hunt for the answers on the bird trail then make a model of your favourite bird and a bird table. Meet at the Ranger Van on Charnock Recreation Ground off Charnock Dale.

Potty PotterySheffield Manor Lodge 197 Manor Lane Manor Oaks (by the studios) SHEFFIELD S2 1UJ0114 276 2828http://www.manorlodge.org.uk

When: Thursday 25th August Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm Cost: £1.50 per child Age: suitable for all ages. Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult. If you’re potty about pottery then come down to the studios and make your own.

Cars and Stars MotorshowMeadowhall Centre The Oasis Car Park SHEFFIELD S9 1EP0845 [email protected]://www.meadowhall.co.uk

When: Saturday 27th August. Times: 10.00am - 5.00pm Costs: Please contact the Centre Ages: children and families Hallam FM’s motoring and more family fun day is a must for families and car enthusiasts.Featuring a whole host of motor exhibitors, quad biking, a simulator F1 car, famous automobiles from popular TV shows and movies, helicopters, fire engines and more.

Sheffield FayreNorfolk Heritage Park Guildford Avenue SHEFFIELD S2 2PL07787 777 241

When: Sunday 28th and Monday 29th August Time: 10.30am - 5.30pm Cost: Free entry Ages: For all the family With over 25,000 people attending, the annual Sheffield Fayre is among the largest free events in South Yorkshire. Various attractions include the Sheffield Horticultural Show & Through the Ages Living History show. There will also be fair rides, markets, entertainment & food for all.

Tudor Cooking, the Tudor WaySheffield Manor Lodge Discovery Centre 197 Manor Lane SHEFFIELD S2 1UJ0114 276 2828http://www.manorlodge.org.uk

When: Tuesday 30th August Time: 11.00am - 1.00pm Cost: £2.00 per child Age: suitable for all ages. Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult. Cook and eat the traditional Tudor way, cooking on an open fire, making some traditional Tudor food to share over lunch. Booking essential.

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Sainsbury’s UK School GamesEnglish Institute Of Sport Coleridge Road SHEFFIELD S9 5DA0114 273 6681

When: Thursday 1st - Sunday 4th September Cost: Standard admission from £5.00. More than 1,600 school-aged athletes from all UK regions will compete in the games held at various venues across the city. Badminton, Fencing & Volleyball events will be held at the English Institute of Sport. Ticket & timing information to be confirmed. Please phone for further details.

Sainsbury’s UK School GamesiceSheffield Coleridge Road SHEFFIELD S9 5DA0114 273 6681

When: Thursday 1st - Sunday 4th September Cost: Standard admission from £5.00. More than 1,600 school-aged athletes from all UK regions will compete in the games held at various venues across the city. Gymnastics and Judo events will be held at iceSheffield. Ticket and timing information to be confirmed. Please phone for further details.

Food Glorious FoodSheffield Manor Lodge 197 Manor Lane Manor Oaks SHEFFIELD S2 1UJ0114 276 2828http://www.manorlodge.org.uk

When: Thursday 1st September Time: 2.00pm - 4.00pm Cost: £1.50 per child Age: suitable for all ages. Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult. Come along and create some early harvest treats to take home and share with your family and firends. Booking essential.

Sainsbury’s UK School GamesDon Valley Stadium Worksop Road SHEFFIELD S9 3TL0114 273 6681

When: Thursday 1st - Sunday 4th September Cost: Standard admission from £5.00. More than 1,600 school-aged athletes from all UK regions will compete in the games held at various venues across the city. Athletics events will be held at Don Valley Stadium. Ticket and timing information to be confirmed. Please phone for further details.

North East Community Area

Play All DaySheffield Ski Village Vale Road SHEFFIELD S3 9SJ0114 276 0044http://www.sheffieldskivillage.co.uk

When: Everyday during school holidays and weekends Time: 10.00am - 5.00pm Cost: £6.50 for the whole day. Age: 6 - 11 years 1 game of bowling, Jungle Jim’s, 5 minute quad bike session then 1 game of laser tag or 1 snowtube session. Parents need to supervise children. Pre booking required.

Activity Sheffield North East Area0114 273 [email protected]://www.sheffield.gov.uk/out--about/lleisure-services---activity-sheffield

When: Monday 25th July - Wednesday 31st AugustAges: 8+ Free or low cost summer activities at various venues in the area will include our fantastic Activity Camps Unleashed, Football & Cricket Camp at various venues in the area. Please visit our website or phone for more details.

Football Camp - Sheffield United Football AcademySheffield United Football Academy Firshill Crescent SHEFFIELD S4 7DR0871 663 [email protected]://www.sufc.co.uk

When: Monday 25th - Friday 29th July; Monday 1st - Friday 5th August; Monday 8th - Friday 12th August; Monday 15th - Friday 19th August and Monday 22nd - Friday 26th August. Times: 9.00am - 3.15pm Cost: £12.00 per day or £50.00 for the week. Ages: Boys and girls from 5 - 13 years Please contact for more information or to book a place.

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Visibility Project: Beside the SeaWoolley Wood School Oaks Fold Road SHEFFIELD S5 0TG01226 391 [email protected]

When: Monday 25th - Friday 29th July Time: 1.00pm - 3.30pm Cost: Free Age: 8 - 16 years To enrol - email or phone. Themed arts & adventure project for children with special needs, their siblings & friends. The theme is ‘Beside the Seaside’. Working with artists in character, art, music, movement, storytelling, puppets & drama are used to create & play out a story which is shared with parents/guardians at the end of the week.

If you go down to the woods todayParkwood Springs The Playing Fields Off Cooks Wood Road SHEFFIELD S3 9AA0114 240 3578

When: Tuesday 26th July Time: 12.00pm - 1.30pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families with younger children. Children under 8 years should be accompanied by an adult. Bring a picnic lunch and your favourite teddy and join the Teddy Bears Picnic. Fun and games for younger children with the Rangers and the Friends of Parkwood Springs.

Teddy Bears Picnic and GamesPlaying Fields Entrance Cooks Wood Road/Shirecliffe Road SHEFFIELD S3 9AA0114 240 3578http://www.parkwood-springs.org.uk

When: Tuesday 26th July Times: 12.00pm - 1.30pm Ages: Younger children and families Fun lunch time activities for younger children. Bring a picnic and your favourite teddy. Meet at the entrance to the playing fields.

Mini BeastsBurngreave Children’s Centre 19 Spital Street Burngreave SHEFFIELD S3 9LB0114 252 522007540 919355

When: Wednesday 27th July Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Costs: Free Age: For all ages but the parents must have at least 1 child under 5 years old attending the activity.

Learning To FlyFirth Park Firth Park Road SHEFFIELD S5 6WS0114 240 3578

When: Wednesday 27th July Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 years should be accompanied by an adult. Come and make, decorate and then fly your kite. There will be other arts and crafts if the wind doesn’t blow. Find the Ranger Van behind the bowling green.

Alpine Holiday AcademySheffield Ski Village Vale Road Woodside SHEFFIELD S3 9SJ0114 276 0044http://www.sheffieldskivillage.co.uk

When: Wednesdays - Fridays during holiday period Time: 2.00pm - 5.00pm Cost: £21.00 per child per day Age: 5 - 15 years Includes skiing or snowboarding plus other activities such as snowtubing, toboganning or bowling. Alpine Academies are fully supervised and include a snack and drink. Advanced booking required.

Basic Holiday AcademiesSheffield Ski Village Vale Road Woodside SHEFFIELD S3 9SJ0114 276 0044http://www.sheffieldskivillage.co.uk

When: Wednesdays to Fridays Time: 2.00pm - 5.00pm Cost: £21.00 per child per day Age: 5 - 10 years Includes tobogganing, snowtubing, ten pin bowling, Jungle Jim’s and quad bikes. Basic Academies are fully supervised and include a snack and drink. Advanced booking required.

Let’s PretendThe Meadows Children’s Centre 349 Shirecliffe Road SHEFFIELD S5 8XJ0114 232 2203

When: Wednesday 27th July Times: 1.30pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Ages: For under 5’s but older siblings welcome. Dressing up and role play. Everyone welcome. Come in fancy dress (optional).

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Osgathorpe Park ActivitiesBurngreave Children’s Centre 19 Spital Street Burngreave SHEFFIELD S3 9LB0114 252 522007540 919355

When: Monday 1st August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm (meet at the park) Costs: Free Age: For all ages but the parents must have at least 1 child under 5 years old attending the activity.

No Snow No ProblemOsgathorpe Park Osgathorpe Road SHEFFIELD S4 7AQ0114 240 3578

When: Monday 1st August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Find the Rangers and sledge the slopes on our purpose made grass sledges. Subject to weather.

Have fun at Hartley BrookThe Hub Hartley Brook Road Hartley Brook Primary School Sheffield S5 0JF0114 203 9307

When: Monday 1st August Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Under 5s and their families. Siblings welcome. Have fun making monster masks, baking and creating your own book.

Trip to Osgathorpe ParkFirst Start Children’s Centre 441 Firth Park Road SHEFFIELD S5 6HH0114 203 9307

When: Wednesday 3rd August Time: Meet at 10.30am Cost: Free, but bring bus fare Age: Suitable for under 5s and their families Meet at First Start or Shiregreen Children’s Centre to travel by bus to Osgathorpe Park. Join us for a walk around the park, storytime and an animal hunt. Bring a packed lunch.

By the BeachThe Meadows Children’s Centre 349 Shirecliffe Road SHEFFIELD S5 8XJ0114 232 2203

When: Wednesday 3rd August Times: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Ages: For under 5’s but older siblings welcome. Seaside based activities with sand etc. Will be outside if the weather is nice.

Science HeadCrabtree Ponds Off Crabtree Close SHEFFIELD S5 7AQ

When: Thursday 4th August Times: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Ages: Children and families. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. A dirty pond or a haven for wildlife? Bring the family and join in an afternoon of detective work to see if you can identify what’s lurking in the pond. Pond nets and science kits provided. Meet at Crabtree Close entrance. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear.

Messy Play Day/Teddy Bears Picnic - Parkwood SpringThe Meadows Children’s Centre 349 Shirecliffe Road SHEFFIELD S5 8XJ0114 232 2203

When: Thursday 4th August Times: 10.00am - 2.00pm (9.30am if meeting at the Children’s Centre) Cost: Free Ages: For under 5’s but older siblings welcome. Meet at the Children’s Centre at 9.30am or meet at Parkwood Spring at 10.00am. Bring packed lunches, drinks and teddy bears.

Follow the Monster Trail!First Start Children’s Centre 441 Firth Park Road SHEFFIELD S5 6HH0114 203 9307

When: Friday 5th August Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome. Follow the Monster Trail! Enjoy a storytelling session from Bookstart as well as take part in fun outdoor games and activities.

Make a Monster DenSure Start Allotment off Vickers Drive SHEFFIELD S5 6TG0114 203 9307

When: Tuesday 4th August Time: 1.00pm - 2.30pm Cost: Free Age: Unders 5s and their families. Siblings welcome. Help us build our Monster Den! Make monster crumble as well as take part in various allotment activities.

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Football Fun DaysChaucer Business & Enterprise College Wordsworth Avenue Parson Cross SHEFFIELD S5 8NH07815 307 [email protected]://www.trickywingers.co.uk

When: Monday 8th, Tuesday 9th & Wednesday 10th August Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm. (Registration is no later than 9.50am. Please return to collect your child no later than 2.55pm) Cost: Single day £15.00. 2 days £25.00. 3 days £33.00. Special offer: Book a full week then pay only £25.00 for any further week! Age: For boys & girls aged 5 - 12 Summer Holiday Football Fun Days. Coached by Steve Adams - ex Owls coach & professional player. Limited places - book early.

Make a RocketHartley Brook Primary School The Hub Hartley Brook Road SHEFFIELD S5 0JF0114 203 9307

When: Monday 8th August Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome. Join us to make your own rockets, bake moon rocks and create night sky glitter pictures!

Graves Park TripThe Meadows Children’s Centre 349 Shirecliffe Road SHEFFIELD S5 8XJ0114 232 2203

When: Monday 8th August Times: Leaving the Children’s Centre at 10.00am - please meet before this. Alternatively, you can meet at Graves Park by the Cafe at 11.00am. Cost: Bus fares to and from Graves Park. Ages: For under 5’s but older siblings welcome. Bring packed lunches and drinks.

It’s Snow FunColley Park Remington Road SHEFFIELD S5 9AB0114 240 3578

When: Tuesday 9th August Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Any age. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Find the Rangers and sledge the slopes on our purpose made grass sledges. Subject to weather. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Wot No Snow!Longley Park Crowder Road SHEFFIELD S5 7PJ0114 240 3578

When: Tuesday 9th August Time: 1.30pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Any age. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Find the Rangers and sledge the slopes on our purpose made grass sledges. Subject to weather. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Fun & GamesAbbeyfield Park Abbeyfield Park Road SHEFFIELD S4 7AT0114 240 3578

When: Wednesday 10th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Any age. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers for an afternoon of traditional fun and games.

Abbeyfield Park Fun & GamesBurngreave Children’s Centre 19 Spital Street Burngreave SHEFFIELD S3 9LB0114 252 522007540 919355

When: Wednesday 10th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm (meet at the park near the main house) Costs: Free Age: For all ages but the parents must have at least 1 child under 5 years old attending the activity.

Trip to Pitsmoor Adventure PlaygroundFirst Start Children’s Centre 441 Firth Park Road SHEFFIELD S5 6HH0114 203 9307

When: Wednesday 10th August Time: Meet at 10.30am Cost: Bring bus fare. Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome. Meet up at First Start or Shiregreen Children’s Centre to travel by bus to Pitsmoor Adventure Playground. Bring a packed lunch.

Mini BeastsThe Meadows Children’s Centre 349 Shirecliffe Road SHEFFIELD S5 8XJ0114 232 2203

When: Wednesday 10th August Times: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Ages: For under 5’s but older siblings welcome. Craft activities.

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Fun Outdoor ActivitiesSure Start Allotment Off Vickers Drive SHEFFIELD S5 6TG0114 203 9307

When: Thursday 11th August Time: 1.00pm - 2.30pm Cost: Free Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome Come along for fun activities. Make mud/moon pies, take part in our story and song time as well as digging and planting.

Making Books & ModelsFirst Start Children’s Centre 441 Firth Park Road SHEFFIELD S5 6HH0114 203 9307

When: Friday 12th August Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome. We will be making models out of large bits of junk, book making and other fun play activities.

Magic Wands & Witches Hats!Hartley Brook Primary School The Hub Hartley Brook Road SHEFFIELD S5 0JF0114 203 9307

When: Monday 15th August Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome. Make your own magic wands and witches’ hats! Mix magic potions and make pizzas.

Dip the PondConcord Park Shiregreen Lane SHEFFIELD S5 6AE0114 240 3578

When: Tuesday 16th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers for an afternoon of pond dipping, find out what creatures live in our ponds and make models to take home. Meet at the Cruck Barn, Concord Park. Booking essential.

Swimming session at HillsboroughThe Meadows Children’s Centre 349 Shirecliffe Road SHEFFIELD S5 8XJ0114 232 2203

When: Tuesday 16th August Times: 12.00noon Cost: Normal admission rates apply for adults/older siblings. Children under 5 years are free at the pool. Ages: For under 5’s but older siblings welcome. Meet at Hillsborough Leisure Centre reception.

BakingBurngreave Children’s Centre 19 Spital Street Burngreave SHEFFIELD S3 9LB0114 252 522007540 919355

When: Wednesday 17th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Costs: Free Age: For all ages but the parents must have at least 1 child under 5 years old attending the activity.

Trip to Weston ParkFirst Start Children’s Centre 441 Firth Park Road SHEFFIELD S5 6HH0114 203 9307

When: Wednesday 17th August Time: Meet at 10.30am Cost: Free. Please bring bus fare. Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome. Meet at First Start or Shiregreen Children’s Centre. We will travel by bus. Join us for parachute games and a game of animal lotto in the museum. Bring a packed lunch.

Yet More Fun and GamesFirth Park SHEFFIELD S5 60114 240 3578

When: Wednesday 17th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers for traditional fun and games. Find the Ranger van in Firth Park.

Den BuildingThe Meadows Children’s Centre 349 Shirecliffe Road SHEFFIELD S5 8XJ0114 232 2203

When: Wednesday 17th August Times: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Ages: For under 5’s but older siblings welcome. Den building activities.

Cauldron SurpriseSure Start Allotment Off Vickers Drive SHEFFIELD S5 6TG0114 203 9307

When: Thursday 18th August Time: 1.00pm - 2.30pm Cost: Free Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome. Create a cauldron surprise! Make magic potions and cress heads.

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Room on a BroomFirst Start Children’s Centre 441 Firth Park Road SHEFFIELD S5 6HH0114 203 9307

When: Friday 19th August Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome. Follow the Room on a Broom trail. Enjoy fun outdoor activities.

Let’s Celebrate Shiregreen FestivalShiregreen Neighbourhood Centre Westnall Road SHEFFIELD S5 0AA01905 334 338

When: Saturday 20th August Times: 11.00am - 4.00pm Cost: Free Ages: All the family A fun day of activities for all the family, to be held at four different venues around the Shiregreen Estate with an open top bus to take you from site to site. Pedal Power demonstration, inflatable football pitch, Brass Band, Zumba dancing, climbing wall etc.

Smoothie MakingFirst Start Children Centre 441 Firth Park Road SHEFFIELD S5 6HH0114 203 9307

When: Monday 22nd August Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome. Make delicious smoothies, foldover butterflies and hungry caterpillars.

Graves Park TripBurngreave Children’s Centre 19 Spital Street Burngreave SHEFFIELD S3 9LB0114 252 522007540 919355

When: Tuesday 23rd August Time: 10.00am - 2.00pm Costs: Free (adults will need to pay own bus fares) Age: For all ages but the parents must have at least 1 child under 5 years old attending the activity. Meet at Burngreave Children’s Centre at 9.30am to catch the bus or meet us at Graves Park - in the car park near the cafe.

Woodland AdventuresRoe Wood SHEFFIELD S5 7BE0114 240 3578

When: Tuesday 23rd August Time: 11.00am - 3.00pm Cost: Free. Booking essential. Age: 8 - 14 years, accompanied by an adult Join the Rangers to make dens and shelters. Follow the “night line” and join in woodland games and activities. Location to be arranged on booking. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear. Bring pack lunch. Refreshments available.

Trip to Graves ParkFirst Start Children’s Centre Firth Park Road SHEFFIELD S5 6HH0114 203 9307

When: Wednesday 24th August Time: Meet at 10.30am Cost: Free. Please bring bus fare. Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome. Meet at First Start or Shiregreen Children’s Centre. We will travel by bus to see the animals in the farm. Play animal/insect lotto games and visit the new adventure playground. Bring a packed lunch.

Clifton Park TripThe Meadows Children’s Centre 349 Shirecliffe Road SHEFFIELD S5 8XJ0114 232 2203

When: Wednesday 24th August Times: Leaving at 10.00am from the Children’s Centre. Please meet before this time. Cost: Bus fares to and from Clifton Park (in Rotherham) Ages: For under 5’s but older siblings welcome. Bring packed lunches and drinks.

Potato DaySure Start Allotment Off Vickers Drive SHEFFIELD S5 6TG0114 203 9307

When: Thursday 25th August Time: 1.00pm - 2.30pm Cost: Free Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome. It’s Potato Day at the allotment. Help us dig up our potatoes ready for eating or printing. Enjoy a range of potato recipes and refreshments. Prizes to be won for finding the strangest shaped potato!

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Little LibraryThe Meadows Children’s Centre 349 Shirecliffe Road SHEFFIELD S5 8XJ0114 232 2203

When: Thursday 25th August Times: 12.30pm - 2.30pm Cost: Free Ages: For under 5’s but older siblings welcome. Mobile library bus coming to the Children’s Centre. Lots of story telling and book based activities.

Fun & GamesFirst Start Children’s Centre 441 Firth Park Road SHEFFIELD S5 6HH0114 203 9307

When: Friday 26th August Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Under 5s. Siblings welcome. Make caterpillar mobiles and do some fruit printing. Take part in storytime with props and role-play. Fun outdoor activities and games.

Animal Crafts & Mask MakingBurngreave Children’s Centre 19 Spital Street Burngreave SHEFFIELD S3 9LB0114 252 522007540 919355

When: Monday 31st August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Costs: Free Age: For all ages but the parents must have at least 1 child under 5 years old attending the activity.

Northern Community Assembly

Activity Sheffield Northern Area0114 273 [email protected]://www.sheffield.gov.uk/out--about/lleisure-services---activity-sheffield

When: Monday 25th July - Wednesday 31st AugustAges: 8+ Various free or low cost summer activities organised by Activity Sheffield held at various venues in the area. Please visit our website or phone for more details.

Inflatable Fun SwimChapeltown Baths Burncross Road Chapeltown SHEFFIELD S35 1RX0114 257 [email protected]://www.chapeltownleisure.org.uk

When: Every Monday - Friday 1.30pm - 3.00pm & Saturday 1.00pm - 2.30pm throughout the summer holidays (please contact venue to check school holiday timetable prior to each break). NB but not during the week commencing 8th August. Cost: £2.90 per person Age: Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Have a splashing time with either our 15m inflatable, mats and floats. Access: Welcomes children with special needs but does not have wheelchair access or accessible toilets at present.

It’s a Mini AdventureStannington Park Bowling Green Stannington Road Stannington SHEFFIELD S6 6BX0114 240 3578

When: Monday 25th July Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. All children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers for a mini beast safari and make models and drawings of your favourite mini beasts. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear. Baby changing facilities available.

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Family SwimChapeltown Baths Burncross Road Chapeltown SHEFFIELD S35 1RX0114 257 [email protected]://www.chapeltownleisure.org.uk

When: Thursdays 28th July, 4th, 18th & 25th August (not 11th August) Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm Cost: £1.00 per person Age: Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Family swim time Access: Welcomes children with special needs but does not have wheelchair access or accessible toilets at present.

Sledge the slopesChapeltown Park Chapeltown SHEFFIELD S35 1SY0114 240 3578

When: Tuesday 2nd August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Any age. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Find the Rangers on the slope near the bandstand and sledge the slopes on our purpose made grass sledges. Subject to weather.

Summer Holiday ActivitiesPaces Campus Pack Horse Lane High Green SHEFFIELD S35 3HY0114 284 [email protected]://www.pacescampus.co.uk

When: Wednesday 3rd August - All at Sea - Pirates at Play; Wednesday 10th August - Puppets at Play; Wednesday 17th August - Making Stained Glass Windows; Wednesday 24th August - Crazy Collages. Times: All activities run 10.30am - 12.00 noon Cost: £2.50 per activity. Book all 4 for £8.00. Ages: 4 - 11 (must be accompanied by an adult) To book please call reception.

We are SailingRivelin Valley Park Rivelin Valley Road SHEFFIELD S6 5FE0114 240 3578

When: Wednesday 3rd August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Drift away with model boats that you can make from natural materials. Look for the Rangers near the cafe.

Sledge the SlopeGrenoside Recreation Ground Grenoside SHEFFIELD S35 80114 240 3578

When: Monday 8th August Time: 1.30pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: This is a gentle slope suitable for younger children. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Find the Rangers and sledge the slopes on our purpose made grass sledges. Subject to weather. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

More Fun and GamesSycamore Park Off Towngate Road Worrall SHEFFIELD S35 0AR0114 240 3578

When: Monday 15th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers for an afternoon of traditional fun and games. Find the Rangers near the playground.

Fun and GamesSycamore Park Worrall SHEFFIELD S350114 240 3578

When: Monday 15th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Ages: Family activity Join the Rangers for an afternoon of traditional fun and games. Find the Rangers near the playground at Sycamore Park.

Football Fun DaysEcclesfield Comprehensive School Chapeltown Road Ecclesfield SHEFFIELD S35 9WD07815 307 [email protected]://www.trickywingers.co.uk

When: Tuesday 16th, Wednesday 17th & Thursday 18th August Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm. (Registration is no later than 9.50am. Please return to collect your child no later than 2.55pm) Cost: Single day £15.00. 2 days £25.00. 3 days £33.00. Special offer: Book a full week then pay only £25.00 for any further week Age: For boys & girls aged 5 - 12 Summer Holiday Football Fun Days. Coached by Steve Adams - ex Owls coach & professional player. Limited places - book early.

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Woodland AdventuresGlen Howe Park Storth Lane Wharncliffe Side SHEFFIELD S35 0DW0114 240 3578

When: Monday 22nd August Time: 11.00am - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: 8 - 14 years, accompanied by an adult Make dens and shelters, follow the “night line” and join in woodland games and activities. Bring a packed lunch. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear. Meeting place to be arranged on booking.

Fly ByLoxley Common Long Lane Loxley SHEFFIELD S6 6RL0114 240 3578

When: Wednesday 24th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family Activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Come and make, decorate and then fly your kite on Loxley Common. There will be some other arts and crafts if the wind doesn’t blow. Meet on the grass area at Loxley Common.

Sainsbury’s UK School GamesWharncliffe and Wheata Woods Main Road Wharncliffe Side SHEFFIELD S35 0DQ0114 273 6681

When: Thursday 1st - Sunday 4th September Cost: Standard admission from £5.00. More than 1,600 school-aged athletes from all UK regions will compete in the games held at various venues across the city. Mountain biking events will be held at Wharncliffe & Wheata Woods. Ticket and timing information to be confirmed. Please phone for further details.

South Community Assembly

Pool RunnerGraves Tennis & Leisure Centre Bochum Parkway SHEFFIELD S8 8JR0114 283 9900

When: Fridays in school holidays Time: 10.45am - 11.45am Cost: £2.00 per session Age: Normal pool admission rules apply. No booking required.

The Sheffield Victorian Street DigHeeley City Farm Richards Road SHEFFIELD S2 3DT0114 303 [email protected]

When: Saturday 23rd July - Sunday 31st July Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm Cost: Free to join in, but limited space - book first Age: Under 8s must be supervised by an adult Excavate a Victorian Terraced House. In conjunction with Sheffield University. An opportunity to get involved in a community dig. In addition, every day there will also be other activities. Everyone welcome, no previous experience needed & full training will be given.

Activity Sheffield South Area0114 273 [email protected]://www.sheffield.gov.uk/out--about/lleisure-services---activity-sheffield

When: Monday 25th July - Wednesday 31st AugustAges: 8+ Free or low cost summer activities at various venues in the area will include our fantastic Activ-ity Camps Unleashed, Street Kick, Basketball and Street Dance at various venues in the area. Please visit our website or phone for more details.

Activity CampsGraves Tennis & Leisure Centre Bochum Parkway SHEFFIELD S8 8JR0114 273 4266

When: Every Monday & Friday, 25th July - 26th August Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Cost: £4.00 per session, £3.40 with slice card Age: 8 - 16 years Activities include team games, golf, dance, swimming and more! These sessions are run by Activity Sheffield. Booking essential.

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Swimming Crash CourseGraves Tennis & Leisure Centre Bochum Parkway SHEFFIELD S8 8JR0114 283 9900

When: Monday 25th - Friday 29th July & Monday 22nd - Friday 26th August Time: 8.45am - 9.25am (stage 1), 9.30am - 10.10am (stage 2) Cost: £31.50, discounts for slice & premier plus cards Age: 5 years plus Booking required.

Rafts and RingsGraves Tennis & Leisure Centre Bochum Parkway SHEFFIELD S8 8JR0114 283 9900

When: Mondays and Wednesdays in school holidays Time: 10.45am - 11.45am Cost: £1.50 per session Age: Normal pool admission rules apply No booking required.

TennisGraves Tennis & Leisure Centre Bochum Parkway SHEFFIELD S8 8JR0114 283 9900

When: Tuesday 26th - Thursday 28th July, Tuesday 2nd - Thursday 4th August, Tuesday 16th - Thursday 18th August, Tuesday 30th - Wednesday 31st August. Time: 9.00am - 11.00am (5 - 9 year olds), 11.00am - 1.00pm (10 - 18 year olds) Cost: £6.00 per session Age: 5 - 18 years Please note some sessions will take place on the outdoor tennis courts.

Summer Fun DaysHeeley City Farm Richards Road SHEFFIELD S2 3DT0114 250 5105

When: From 27th July, every Wednesday - Saturday through the school holidays Time: 11.00am - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activities Fun Activities for the children and free advice on how to save money on your utility bills. Free energy saving lightbulbs

Beauchief Tennis Club Holiday CourseBeauchief Tennis Club 35 Cockshutt Avenue Beauchief SHEFFIELD S8 7DU07879 [email protected]

When: Monday 1st - Friday 5th August and Monday 22nd - Friday 26th August. Time: 10.00am - 1.00pm Costs: 1 day £9.00; 2 days £16.00; 3 days £24.00; 4 days £32.00 and 5 days £40.00. If you pay before the discount day prior to each course (Wednesday 27th July and Wednesday 17th August respectively) then a 10% discount applies: 1 day - £8.10; 2 days £14.40; 3 days £21.60; 4 days £28.80 and 5 days £36.00. If you don’t want to commit to more than one day at a time, you can pay on the days you attend at the 1 day price. Age: 6 - 16 years, all abilities. Tennis based games, coaching and fun activities. Bring sporting attire, non marking soles for ten-nis courts and a racquet if you have one (can be provided if not.) Bring packed lunch, drinks & a water proof jacket. If weather deemed unfit, indoor facilities may be used. Contact for more information/booking.

CanoeingGraves Tennis & Leisure Centre Bochum Parkway SHEFFIELD S8 8JR0114 283 9900

When: Monday 1st - Friday 5th August and Monday 15th - Friday 19th August. Time: 9.00am - 10.00am Cost: £31.50, discounts for slice card and premier plus cards Age: 8 years and over. Must be able to swim 100m. Booking essential.

Football Camp (5 - 11 years)Greenhill School Greenhill Main Road SHEFFIELD S8 7RA07816 985 770

When: Monday 1st - Wednesday 3rd August, Monday 15th - Wednesday 17th August & Tuesday 30th August - Thursday 1st September. Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Cost: £30.00 per camp - £12.50 per day. Age: 5 - 11 years.

ScarecrowsBarber Fields Off Fraser Drive SHEFFIELD S8 0JG0114 268 6196

When: Tuesday 2nd August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers for summer fun and make a fashionable scarecrow for the garden. Using your own old clothes come and make a scarecrow for our garden or yours. We’ll provide the sticks, string and encouragement. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

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Sheffield Super Summer WeekendGraves Park Norton SHEFFIELD S8 8QE0114 245 1030

When: Friday 5th - Sunday 7th August Time: Friday and Saturday 12.00noon - 9.00pm; Sunday 12noon - 6.00pm. On Sat & Sun, enter-tainment and characters from 1.00pm - 6.00pm. Cost: Free entry. Funfair rides additional charge. Age: suitable for all the family. Come and meet the Cumberland Giants (12ft inflatable battling giants) on Sat & Sun in an arena near the cafe. Also lots of character mascots from favourite children’s TV programmes, trampo-lines, vintage fire engines, food stalls etc. Fun fair on the Friday only - all rides 99p except the Devil Rock.

Boggarts!Graves Park Hemsworth Road SHEFFIELD S8 8LL0114 268 6196

When: Monday 8th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family Activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Create your very own Boggart and build it a home too. We will supply the materials, you just bring lots of imagination. Meet on the grass by the animal farm. Wear suitable clothing and stout foot-wear.

SnorkellingGraves Tennis & Leisure Centre Bochum Parkway SHEFFIELD S8 8JR0114 283 9900

When: Monday 8th - Friday 12th August Time: 9.00am - 10.00am Cost: £31.50, discounts with slice and premier plus card. Age: 8 years and over. Must be able to swim 100m. Booking essential.

Lowedges Festival at Greenhill ParkGreenhill Park Gresley Road SHEFFIELD S8 7HN0114 268 6196

When: Sunday 14th August Time: 12.00pm - 5.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Free festival in Greenhill Park. Live music, displays, stalls, food, events and much more.

Grass SledgingHerdings Park Raeburn Road SHEFFIELD S14 1DB0114 268 6196

When: Wednesday 17th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity Slide down the slopes early and get some practice in early for next winter. Meet on the grass area opposite the bus terminus. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Grass SledgingBarbers Field Off Fraser Drive Woodseats SHEFFIELD S8 0JG0114 268 6196

When: Saturday 20th August Time: 1.00pm start Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Afternoon of grass sledging. Meet at Barbers Field. Alternative entrance via The Dale. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Holmesfield Ramble

When: Sunday 21st AugustTime: 10.30am start Cost: Free Age: Check for suitability for young children. Join the Rangers for a circular guided walk around the green spaces, woodland and natural history of Holmesfield. Meet at the Greenhill Park Ranger base (pavilion). Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Mini SafariFlower Gate of Rollestone Wood off Leighton Road SHEFFIELD S14 1SQ0114 268 6196

When: Monday 22nd August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family Activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers to explore the woods and see what bugs and beasties live there. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

DucklingsGraves Tennis & Leisure Centre Bochum Parkway SHEFFIELD S8 8JR0114 283 9900

When: Tuesday 30th August - Friday 2nd September Time: 9.30am - 10.10am Cost: £31.50. Discounts for slice cards and premier plus cards Age: For 4 year olds only Booking required

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South East Community Assembly

Practical Conservation MorningAlan Bailey Visitor Centre Stone Lane SHEFFIELD S13 7BR0114 275 1176

When: Saturday 23rd July & Saturday 20th August Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. All children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Come and help the Rangers and Shire Brook Valley Conservation Group conserve the nature reserve. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Activity Sheffield South East Area0114 273 [email protected]://www.sheffield.gov.uk/out--about/lleisure-services---activity-sheffield

When: Monday 25th July - Wednesday 31st AugustAges: 8+ Various free or low cost summer activities organised by Activity Sheffield held at various venues in the area. Please visit our website or phone for more details

Get Active ActivitiesHandsworth Grange Community Sports College Handsworth Grange Road SHEFFIELD S13 9HJ0114 288 [email protected]://www.handsworthforum.org.uk

When: Mondays 25th July, 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd August; Tuesdays 26th July, 2nd, 9th, 16th and 22nd August; Wednesdays 27th July, 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th August. Ice skating trip on Tuesday 30th August. Tiime: 10.30am - 2.00pm Cost: Mondays - £2.00; Tuesdays - £4.00; Wednesdays - free. Ages: 8-16 years A range of activities including rock climbing, trampolining, football, circus skills, ten pin bowling, ice skating, basket ball and lots more. Pre-booking required for Ice Skating only. All other activity days just turn up and register on the day.

Kite FlyingThorpe Green Community Park Thorpe Green Waterthorpe SHEFFIELD S20 7HH0114 275 1176

When: Monday 25th July Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 years should be accompanied by an adult. Come and make a kite with the Rangers and fly it in the park. Meet at the Ranger van. Nearest tram stop is Crystal Peaks.

Following the Activity TrailAlan Bailey Visitor Centre Stone Lane SHEFFIELD S13 7BR0114 275 1176

When: Wednesday 27th July Time: 2.00pm - 4.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 years should be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers for a walk around the valley, stopping for outdoor games and activities along the way. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear. Baby changing facilities available.

Teddy Bears PicnicCharnock Recreation Ground Off Charnock Dale SHEFFIELD S12 3HP0114 275 1176

When: Wednesday 27th July Time: 11.00am - 1.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 years should be accompanied by an adult. Bring a picnic and your teddy and join us for lunch. After lunch there will be activities including parachute games.

Minibeast HuntWestfield Plantation below Roydfield Drive Moss Way Entrance Waterthorpe SHEFFIELD S20 7ND0114 275 1176

When: Tuesday 2nd August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers hunting for wee creatures that live in the plantation, then make a clay model of your favourite one.

Ornithological Bird Ringing (Woodhouse)Alan Bailey Visitor Centre Stone Lane SHEFFIELD S13 7BR0114 275 1176

When: Saturday 6th August Time: 7.30am - 11.00am Cost: Free Age: Familiy Activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Why do we ring birds? Come and join the Sorby Breck Bird Ringing Group to find out why they do their studies - ringing, measuring and recording birdlife on the nature reserve.

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Wildlife DetectivesShire Brook Valley LNR Stone Lane Alan Bailey Visitor Centre Woodhouse SHEFFIELD S13 7BR0114 275 1176

When: Wednesday 10th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Become a Wildlife detective and find out what secretive creatures are living in the valley. Make a simple mammal track tunnel to take home. Meet at the Alan Bailey Visitor Centre. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Practical Conservation AfternoonBowls Pavilion Richmond Park SHEFFIELD S13 8HR0114 275 1176

When: Saturday 13th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Come and help the Rangers tidy up and conserve the park. Meet at the Ranger van by the bowls pavilion. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Moss Valley Round WalkMoss Valley Lightwood Lane SHEFFIELD S8 8BG07769 913005

When: Saturday 13th August Time: 10.30am start Cost: Free A round 7 mile guided walk in the countryside. Meet in the Nature Reserve car park, behind the Bridge Inn at Ford. Bring a packed lunch and wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Den BuildingRichmond Park off Hastilar Road SHEFFIELD S13 8HR0114 275 1176

When: Monday 15th August Tme: 1.00pm - 2.30pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Build dens and play in them. Meet at the Ranger van in Richmond Park near the entrance off Hastilar Road. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear. Buzy BeesCharnock Recreation Ground Carter Hall Road SHEFFIELD S12 3HS0114 275 1176

When: Wednesday 17th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Learn about bees, try some honey and be crafty. Meet at the Ranger van off Charnock Dale.

Conserve the Nature ReserveShire Brook Valley Nature Reserve Stone Lane Woodhouse SHEFFIELD S13 7BR0114 275 1176

When: Saturday 20th August Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Ages: Family activity Come and help the Rangers and Shire Brook Valley Conservation Group conserve the nature reserve. Meet at the Alan Bailey Visitor Centre. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Sailing ScrapFrecheville Pond Off Churchdale Road SHEFFIELD S12 4XT0114 275 1176

When: Monday 22nd August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family Activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your recyclable containers with you and build a boat. Test out your handy work on the pond and see if your craft will float.

Mini Beast MadnessAlan Bailey Visitor Centre Stone Lane SHEFFIELD S13 7BR0114 275 1176

When: Wednesday 24th August Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Come and join us searching for the minibeasts that are hiding in the ponds, woodlands and meadows.

Kite FlyingOccupation Lane Playing Fields Occupation Lane SHEFFIELD S12 4PR0114 275 1176

When: Wednesday 31st August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Come and make a kite with the Rangers and fly it on the playing fields. Meet at the Ranger Van on the playing fields.

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Treasure Trails (Ecclesall Woods)Ecclesall Wood Saw Mill Abbey Lane SHEFFIELD S7 2QZ0114 268 6196

When: Monday 25th July Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for famillies. Children under 8 years should be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers for an afternoon of treasure hunting in Ecclesall Woods. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Farm Tours Whirlow Farm Whirlow Lane SHEFFIELD S11 9QF0114 235 [email protected]://www.whirlowhllfarm.org

When: Saturdays and Sundays Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Cost: Free. DOnations to the Trust are welcomeAges: suitable for all ages Tours of the farm. Farm shop and cafe.

Abbeydale Miniature Railway DaysThrough gateway opposite 283 Abbeydale Road South Dore SHEFFIELD S17 3LB0114 236 [email protected]://www.sheffieldsmee.co.uk

When: Sunday 24th July, Sunday 28th and Monday 29th August Time: 1.00pm - 5.00pm Cost: 80p a ride for all ages.Ages: suitable for all ages Refreshments on sale. Wheelchair and family friendly. Free car parking.

Activity Sheffield South West Area0114 273 [email protected]://www.sheffield.gov.uk/out--about/lleisure-services---activity-sheffield

When: Monday 25th July - Wednesday 31st AugustAges: 8+ Free and low cost summer activities at various venues in the area will include our fantastic Activity Camps Unleashed, Martial Arts, Volleyball and Circus skills. We will also have the extremely popular Street Dance and Trampoline Camp and Footy Starz Soccer Camp. Please visit our website or phone for more details.

Football Camp - Derek Dooley Sports CentreDerek Dooley Sports & Community Centre Weston View SHEFFIELD S10 5BZ0114 292 [email protected]://www.sufc.co.uk

When: Monday 25th - Friday 29th July; Monday 1st - Friday 5th August; Monday 8th - Friday 12th August; Monday 15th - Friday 19th August; Monday 22nd - Friday 16th August and Tuesday 30th August - Friday 2nd September. Time: 9.00am - 3.00pm Cost: £12.00 per day or £50.00 for the week Ages: For boys & girls 5 -14 years Call for more details or to book a place.

Girls Only Football CampDerek Dooley Sports & Community Centre Weston View SHEFFIELD S10 5BZ0114 292 [email protected]://www.sufc.co.uk

When: Monday 25th - Friday 29th July; Monday 8th - Friday 12th August and Tuesday 30th August - Friday 2nd September. Time: 9.30am - 3.00pm Cost: £12.00 per day or £50 for 5 days Age: 5 - 14 years Call for more details or to book a place.

Activity Sheffield Summer LaunchEndcliffe Park Rustlings Road SHEFFIELD S110114 273 [email protected]://www.sheffield.gov.uk/out--about/lleisure-services---activity-sheffield

When: Monday 25th July Time: 11.00am - 2.00pm Cost: Free Ages: 8 - 16 years (children under 8 can attend with a responsible adult) Activities will include the exciting Street Climb and Street Kick pitch along with Multi-sports and games.

South West Community Assembly

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Art Holiday ClubKing Edward VII Lower School Darwin Lane SHEFFIELD S10 5RG0114 229 593207967 653 [email protected]://www.kidsartsacademy.co.uk

When: Monday 25th July - Friday 2nd September (not including weekends) Time: 10.00am - 3.30pm; early start at 8.30am and late finish at 5.30pm available Cost: Full day £25.00, Half day £12.50, additional charge for early start and late finish Ages: 4 - 11 years. Please note - we only take children younger than 5 years old who are not yet in full time education for half day sessions. We run a different creative activity at each session. This is an OFSTED registered Holiday Play Scheme. Booking essential.

Drama & Confidence WorkshopsEcclesall Church Parish Hall Ringinglow Road SHEFFIELD S11 7PP07904 339 [email protected]://www.actonedramastudio.co.uk

When: Tuesday 26th - Friday 29th July (ages 4-7 and 8-11) Tuesday 2nd - Friday 5th August (ages 4-7 and 8-14) Tuesday 9th - Friday 12th August (ages 4-7 and 8-11) Tuesday 16th August - Friday 19th August (ages 4-7 and 11-16) Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Cost: £60 for a week Drama games, improvisation, mime and movement finishing off with a devised performance on stage at the end of the week. Booking required.

Cooking Holiday ClubKing Edward VII Lower School Darwin Lane SHEFFIELD S10 5RG0114 229 593207967 [email protected]://www.kidsartsacademy.co.uk

When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 26th July - 1st September Time: 10.30am - 3.30pm; early start 8.30am and late finish 5.30pm available. Cost: £27.50 full day, £13.75 half day, additional cost for early and late finish Ages: 7-13 years Ingredients provided. This is an OFSTED registered Holiday Play Scheme. Booking essential.

Treasure Trails (Endcliffe Park)Endcliffe Park Hunters Bar Entrance SHEFFIELD S11 7AB0114 268 6196

When: Wednesday 27th July Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 years should be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers for an afternoon of treasure hunting in Endcliffe Park. Get all the correct answers and find the treasure. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Bug HousesEndcliffe Park Hunters Bar Entrance SHEFFIELD S11 8RQ0114 268 6196

When: Saturday 30th July Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm Cost: There will be a small charge for materials Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers and show the bugs in your garden how much you love them, by building them a home. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

School Holiday Club - Planet Pot102 Hangingwater Road SHEFFIELD S11 7ER0114 230 [email protected]://www.planetpot.co.uk

When: Every weekday throughout August Time: 10.30am - 3.30pm Cost: £20.00 per day Age: 7 - 12 years Different theme each week. Make under the sea collages, junk modelling monsters, canvas painting, treasure chest making, kite making, working with clay plus so much more. Booking recommended.

Scarecrows (Blackbrook)Blackbrook Playing Field Blackbrook Road SHEFFIELD S10 4LP0114 268 6196

When: Monday 1st August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family Activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Make a fashionable scarecrow for the garden. Using your old clothes come and make a scarecrow for our garden or yours. We’ll provide the sticks, string and encouragement. Wear suit-able clothing and stout footwear.

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Summer Holiday HQEndcliffe Park Rustlings Road SHEFFIELD S11 8TA0114 327 6064http://www.sparkles-events.com

When: Mon 1st - Fri 5th August and Mon 15th - Fri 19th August Times: 8.00am - 6.00pm Costs: Weekly bookings: Long day (8-6) £135.00; short day (9.30-4.30) £120.00. Ages: 8 - 13 years A wide variety of activities - arts, crafts & games, exploring & team sports - extending children’s experiences & using natural crafts. Bring own packed lunch. Additional snacks provided daily. Bring spare change of clothes, sun cream & hat, raincoat, wellies. Booking essential.

Teddy Bear’s Picnic (Abbeydale Miniature Railway)Opposite 283 Abbeydale Road South Dore SHEFFIELD S17 3LB0114 236 [email protected]://www.sheffieldsmee.co.uk

When: Sunday 7th August Time: 1.00pm - 5.00pm Cost: 80p a ride for all ages. Free ticket for every cuddly toy. Refreshments on sale. Wheelchair and family friendly.

Introduction to Wood Carving for KidsEcclesall Wood Saw Mill Abbey Lane SHEFFIELD S7 2QZ0114 235 6348

When: Thursday 11th August Times: 10.00am - 3.00pm Cost: £20.00. Please book in advance. Fee is refundable up to 2 weeks prior to course minus £10.00 admin fee. Ages: 7 - 12 years Introduction to carving. Everyone will go away with 2 items & basic know how of using sharp tools safely. Bring packed lunch & plenty to drink. Tutor will bring tools, materials & is first aid qualified. Tutor will endeavour to control risks & will require an understanding from all taking part that they listen carefully and follow instructions; do not pass on what they have learned to a novice.

Natural Dyes and Ancient WaysGillfield Woods SHEFFIELD S170114 268 6196

When: Saturday 13th August Time: 1.00pm start Cost: Free Age: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers in Gillfield Woods. Learn about natural dyes and make your own concoctions. Call for more detailed instructions about meeting. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear. Booking essential.

Grass SledgingLimb Lane Picnic Area Limb Lane SHEFFIELD S17 3ES0114 268 6196

When: Monday 15th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Ages: Family activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Slide down the slopes and get your practice in early for next winter. Meet by the picnic area. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Living History TourAbbeydale Industrial Hamlet Abbeydale Road South SHEFFIELD S7 2QW0114 272 2106

When: Sunday 21st August Time: 11.00am to 4.45pm Cost: Adults, £2.00 Children, Free. Free general admission to the site. Age: Family activity - Children must be accompanied by an adult Family Tours with Mr Tyzack himself, owner of Abbeydale Works. Tours are subject to availability.

Ecclesall Wild Woodlanders Summer Holiday FunEcclesall Wood Saw Mill Abbey Lane SHEFFIELD S7 2QZ07735 389804

When: Wednesday 24th - Friday 26th August Times: 9.30am - 3.30pm Cost: £60.00 for 3 days Ages: 8 - 13 years Join the Wild Wood Activities team for three days of woodland fun and adventures. Fun games, woodland art, den building, exploring. Bring drinks and a packed lunch. Wear old clothes and suitable footwear. Booking essential.

Mini SafariLimb Lane Picnic Area Limb Lane Dore SHEFFIELD S17 3ES0114 268 6196

When: Wednesday 24th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Family Activity. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers to explore the woods and see what bugs and beasts live there. All equipment will be provided. Meet at the Picnic area. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

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Summer Holiday HQAbbeydale Sports Club Ltd Abbeydale Road South Dore SHEFFIELD S17 3LJ0114 327 6064http://www.sparkles-events.com

When: Mon 29th August - Fri 2nd September Times: 8.00am - 6.00pm Costs: Weekly bookings: Long day (8-6) £135.00; short day (9.30-4.30) £120.00. Ages: 8 - 13 years A wide variety of activities - arts, crafts & games, exploring and team sports - extending children’s experiences & using natural crafts. Bring own packed lunch. Additional snacks provided daily. Bring spare change of clothes, sun cream & hat, raincoat, wellies. Booking essential.

Recycling RevolutionEndcliffe Park Rustlings Road SHEFFIELD S11 7AB0114 268 6196

When: Tuesday 30th August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers for a fun afternoon to see what we can make from your old plastic recycling. Bring your own clean plastic recycling, all other materials provided. Meet by the Rangers office at the front of the park just off Hunters Bar. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear,

Recycling RevolutionMillhouses Park Abbeydale Road South SHEFFIELD S7 2QQ0114 268 6196

When: Wednesday 31st August Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Cost: Free Age: Suitable for families. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Join the Rangers for a fun afternoon to see what we can make from your old plastic recycling. Bring your own clean plastic recycling all other materials provided. Meet by the cafe. Wear suitable clothing and stout footwear.

Sainsbury’s UK School GamesAbbeydale Park Sports Club Abbeydale Road South Dore SHEFFIELD S17 3LJ0114 273 6681

When: Thursday 1st - Sunday 4th September Cost: Standard admission from £5.00. More than 1,600 school-aged athletes from all UK regions will compete in the games held at various venues across the city. Hockey events will be held at Abbeydale Sports Club. Ticket and timing information to be confirmed. Please phone for further details.

Outside Sheffield

Street Dancing @ PlaymaniaPlaymania Wath Road Elsecar Heritage Centre Elsecar Barnsley S74 8HJ01226 744344http://www.playmania.org

When: Mondays 25th July, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th August Times: Street dancing from 4.00pm. Play centre open 9.30am - 6.30pm. Cost: £4.35 per child, free for under 12 months Ages: 1.4m height restriction for the play area Playmania is an indoor soft play centre. As part of the indoor play session join in the action packed fun street dancing session. Booking not required. Adults are required to remain on the premises.

Football Camp - Tideswell Sports ComplexTideswell Sports Complex Off St John’s Road Tideswell Buxton SK17 8NG0114 292 [email protected]://www.sufc.co.uk

When: Monday 25th - Friday 29th July; Monday 8th - Friday 12th August and Monday 22nd - Friday 26th August Time: 10.00am - 3.15pm Cost: £12.00 per day or £50.00 per week Age: For boys & girls 5 - 14 years Call to book and for more details.

Football Fun @ PlaymaniaPlaymania Wath Road Elsecar Heritage Centre Elsecar Barnsley S74 8HJ01226 744344http://www.playmania.org

When: Tuesdays 26th July, 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th August Times: Football Fun from 4.00pm. Play centre open 9.30am - 6.30pm. Cost: £4.35 per child, free for under 12 months Ages: 1.4m height restriction for the play area Playmania is an indoor soft play centre. As part of the indoor play session, football fans, come and test your skills on the multi sports pitch. Booking not required. Adults are required to remain on the premises.

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Cheerleaders & Disco Divas @ PlaymaniaPlaymania Wath Road Elsecar Heritage Centre Elsecar Barnsley S74 8HJ01226 744344http://www.playmania.org

When: Wednesdays 27th July, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st August Times: Cheerleading/Disco Divas from 4.00pm. Play centre open 9.30am - 6.30pm. Cost: £4.35 per child, free for under 12 months Ages: 1.4m height restriction for the play area Playmania is an indoor soft play centre. As part of the indoor play session join in the fun cheerleading group. Why not dress up in your favourite cheerleading outfit. Booking not required. Adults are required to remain on the premises.

Wind in the WillowsChatsworth House & Gardens Chatsworth Bakewell DE45 1PP01246 565 300

When: Thursday 28th July Time: Gates open at 7.00pm. Performance at 7.15pm Cost: Adults £12.00, Children £8.00, Under 2s free. Book in advance via website, or tickets available on the night from 5.00pm - 7.00pm in the coach reception. Age: All ages Cambridge Touring Theatre is an, award-winning outdoor family touring theatre company, creating comic theatre with national appeal. Bring your own picnic rugs & chairs. Barbecues, gazebos, tents, awnings & dogs are not permitted. The concert will take place in all weathers, so please come prepared for all weather conditions.

Brilliant Bogs and BoggartsNational Trust Longshaw Estate Longshaw SHEFFIELD S11 7TZ01433 670 368

When: Sunday 31st July Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Cost: £3.00 Age: Family activity Celebrate International Bog Day with activities. Find out more about the Peak District bogs and the mischievous creatures that live in them, with crafts and family fun. No need to book. Meet at the Moorland Discovery Centre adjacent to the main Woodcroft car park on the Longshaw Estate

Football Camp - Gosforth ValleyGosforth Valley Playing Fields Stubley Lane Dronfield Woodhouse SHEFFIELD S18 1AA0114 292 [email protected]://www.sufc.co.uk

When: Monday 1st - Friday 5th August and Monday 15th - Friday 19th August. Time: 9.30am - 3.00pm Cost: £12.00 per day or £50.00 per week Age: For boys & girls 5-14 years Call for more details or to book a place.

Girls Only Football CampGosforth Valley Playing Fields Stubley Lane Dronfield Woodhouse S18 1AA0114 292 [email protected]://www.sufc.co.uk

When: Monday 1st - Friday 5th August Times: 9.30am - 3.00pm Costs: £12.00 per day or £50.00 per week. Ages: Girls aged 5 - 14 years. Please contact for more details or to book a place.

Down by the PondNational Trust Longshaw SHEFFIELD S11 7TZ01433 670 368

When: Thursday 4th & Thursday 18th August Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm Cost: £2.00 per child Age: Suitable for accompanied children of all ages Pond dipping and bug hunting down by the pond. Equipment provided but bring your own net if you have one as numbers are limited! Please meet at the Longshaw Pond or ask the staff in the visitor centre for directions.

From Rushes to RaftsNational Trust Longshaw SHEFFIELD S11 7TZ01433 670 368

When: Thursday 11th August Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm Cost: £3.00 per child Age: Suitable for accompanied children of all ages Turn our rushes into rafts and sail them down the babbling Burbage Brook. A fun walk, starting at the Moorland Discovery Centre. Booking essential.

Event DaySouth Yorkshire Transport Museum Unit 9, Waddington Way Rotherham S65 [email protected]://www.sytm.co.uk

When: Sunday 14th August Time: From 11.00am. Last entry at 4.00pm Cost: Adults, £3.50. Children, OAPs & concessions £2.00. Family Ticket (2 adults & 3 children) £8.00 Age: Family event On an event day, stroll around & look at all the vehicles in their different stages of restoration. Some vehicle owners are on hand to talk about their vehicles, refreshments available & shop. A shuttle bus runs between Rotherham Interchange stand C1 & the museum from 10.45am.

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Hide in the HeatherNational Trust Longshaw SHEFFIELD S11 7TZ01433 670 368

When: Thursday 25th August Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm Cost: £3.00 Age: Suitable for accompanied children of all ages Wear purple, pink or green, and come and play camouflage games in the mini-moorland area near Padley Gorge. Meet at the new Granby Interpretation Barn.

Little Imps PicnicNational Trust Longshaw SHEFFIELD S11 7TZ01433 670 [email protected]

When: Tuesday 30th August Time: 10.30am - 2.00pm Cost: £3.00Age: Under 5s Play sensory games and join in some summer time craft activities. Please bring your own picnic. Meet at the Moorland Discovery Centre adjacent to the main Woodcroft car park on the Longshaw Estate.

Bangers & BatsNational Trust Longshaw SHEFFIELD S11 7TZ01433 670 368

When: Wednesday 31st August Time: 7.00pm - 9.30pm Cost: Adult £12.00, Child £8.00 Age: Family Activity A walk into Longshaw’s woods at dusk to immerse yourself in the wonderful world of bats and enjoy a plate of delicious bangers and mash in the Longshaw visitor centre. Bring a torch and bat detector if you have one, also sturdy footwear and water proof clothing. Booking essential.

Other holiday ideas.........

Do you need more ideas or alternatives for things to do for children in the holidays or need school holiday care solutions?

For school aged children, holiday playcare schemes can offer lots of different activities throughout the day and most are open each week day for much of the holiday. Many are also Ofsted registered

so are suitable if you are claiming help with childcare costs.

Did you know that you can ask for a list of holiday playcare schemes in your area by contacting our Enquiry Service by phone on

0114 275 6699 (Monday - Friday 9.00am - 4.00pm) or emailing us at [email protected]

Enquiry shop closes its doorsWe are sad to say that our ‘drop-in shop’ at 11 Leopold Street

closed its doors for the last time at 12.30pm on Friday July 1st. We have been based there since 1999, and over the years our team has supported many thousands of local parents who were

just passing and thought they would pop in. Thank you to everyone who has come and seen us during that time – we

have enjoyed meeting you.

Although the drop-in has closed, we are pleased to let you know that we can still provide all the same quality family information

as before. We have increased the amount of sessions we do out and about and members of our team can be found regularly in community venues all over Sheffield. You can

also still call us on 0114 275 6699, or email us your questions at [email protected]

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Stocksbridge & Upper Don

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Southey

Firth Park

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Manor Castle

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ArbourthorneRichmond Woodhouse

Birley Beighton

MosboroughBeauchief& Greenhill

Dore & Totley

GleadlessValley

In this guide you will find details ofholiday activities going on all overSheffield, including sports, craft,music, outdoor activities and muchmore. There’s a lot going on aroundthe city for children and families -why not make this your mostexciting holiday yet?

The activities are divided up bylocation - use the map above to findout which area of Sheffield yourhome falls into.

We’re always pleased to hear aboutwhat's going on around Sheffield, soif you’re planning an event for nextholiday, please let us know and wewill include it in the guide for free.

You can contact us by emailat [email protected] call 0114 275 6699.

Happy holidays!

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how to choose. We can help you to findchildcare to pick up from your child’s schoolor to cover unusual working patterns.

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