What’s Going Down? 2017... Activities and information for children, young people and their families Welcome to the ‘What's Going Down 2017’ brochure featuring activities and events for babies, children, young people and their families in and Bosworth this summer. The Snap Dragon Children and 3 Useful Contacts Families Festival, from 4 - 8 Snap Dragon Festival Monday 31 July to Friday 4 August, 9 Snap Dragon on Tour is a special week of activities for 10 - 1 2 Mini Snap Dragon events all the family to enjoy (pages 4 - 8). 13 Burbage Common activities The brochure also has some 14 Community Houses great information and advice 15 Hinckley Club 4 Young People Hinckley Leisure Centre for children, young people 16-19 20 Hinckley Museum and their families. I hope 21 Hinckley Squash & Racketball Club whatever you do this summer, 22 Hollycroft Park Events that it is fun, happy and safe. 23 JAM Enjoy! 24 Libraries 25 Markfield Churches Together 26 Orienteering/Xplorer Bill Cullen 27 Puppeteering Chief Executive 28 Soccer Coaching Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council 29 Spartans Kickboxing Academy 30 Sports Camp 31 & 32 Summer of Fun (BID) 33 Table Tennis Club 34-39 Things to do, places to go 40 Visitor Guide Councillor Miriam Surtees Children, Young People & Families Champion 41-53 Advice & information for expectant Borough Council parents & parents/carers of children 0 - 5 54&55 Sure Start 56 Anti Social Behaviour 57 BeatSafe For more information contact: 58 Bullying Rebecca Ball 59&60 Dental Care tel 01455 255937 61 Fire Safety 62 Health Issues 63 Hinckley & Bosworth Voice Forum Whilst every effort has been made to verify entries, Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council 64 Mental Health cannot be held responsible for the 65-67 Safeguarding Children accuracy of the data. Nothing referred to in this booklet should be relied upon 68 Savings, loans & budgets as a recommendation or 69-70 Smoking endorsement by the Council of the nature or quality of services or 71 Substance misuse facilities. 72-73 Tattoo or Piercing 74 Water Safety 75 Young people and sexual health 2 What’s Going Down 2017 Useful Contacts

Organisation Telephone Website / email

Hinckley & Bosworth 01455 238141 www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk Borough Council

Hinckley Leisure Centre 01455 610011 www.placesforpeopleleisure.org/centr es/hinckley-leisure-centre

Hinckley Library 0116 305 2500 [email protected]

Hinckley Museum 01455 251218 www.hinckleydistrictmuseum.org.uk

Community Houses Barwell www.hinckley- 01455 844884 bosworth.gov.uk/communitycentres 01455 255951 Gwendoline 01455 255942 or 610115

Green Towers 01455 230468 www.greentowers.co.uk

Children’s Centre 0116 305 5601 www..gov.uk/education- and-children/early-years-and- childcare/childrens-centres

Police non emergency 101 www.leics.police.uk [email protected]

Community Safety 01455 255746 communitysafety@hinckley- bosworth.gov.uk

Fire 0116 2872241 www.leicestershire-fire.gov.uk

3 What’s Going Down 2017 Monday 31 July to Friday 4 August Snap Dragon Festival Week Most of the activities are free, although there may be a small charge for some. Please also note that activities may be subject to change. For more information call Rebecca Ball, Children and Young People’s Strategic Co-ordinator, on 01455 255937 Monday 31 July Seaside Fun Day - Argents Mead 11am - 3pm. Enjoy a traditional seaside day. Donkey rides - Meet our special donkeys, have a ride or just say hello - some restrictions on age. Small cost. Beach and sand play - Have a play in the sand, build a castle or just dig a hole. Sponsored by Hinckley BID. Traditional peep boards - Take some photos. Children and family activity book. 11am - 3pm Collect your family activity booklet from the information area and have a go at all the different activities throughout the week. Traditional side shows - Variety of small rides and side shows. Small cost may apply. Creative play - Have a go at seaside crafts. Face painting - small cost. Punch and Judy Show - 12noon & 2pm Photo booth - Summer memories (remember your smart phone). Under 5’s zone - by Hinckley Sure Start and parent volunteer team. Moo Music - music and movement for under 5’s. 11am – 3pm. Roman Day Hinckley & District Museum Lower Bond Street, Hinckley. Dressing up, writing, jewellery and sandal making, crafts, and fun activities on a Roman theme. Suitable for age 5 plus. Admission £1 all ages (includes museum entry). For details email: [email protected] 10.30am - 12noon. Salt dough model making St Marys Church. £1 each child (squash and biscuits included) For bookings email: [email protected] Coffee bar and toilets open. and lots more

42 What’s Going Down 2017 Snap Dragon Festival Week Tuesday 1 August Out of this World - Argents Mead 11am - 3pm. Out of this world, discover dinosaurs, space men, aliens and amazing experiments and be a star gazing expert. Mad science Amazing experiments and science to thrill. Shows at: 12noon - 12.30pm and 2.30pm - 3pm. Mad science activities: 1pm - 2pm. Booking may be required – visit the information stand on the day for details. Sirius astrology Be a star gazer and discover a world in space. Shows at: 11am - 11.30am and 2pm - 2.30pm. Sirius activities from: 12noon - 1pm. Booking may be required visit the information stand on the day for details. Aliens and spaceships Come and discover aliens and make your space ship to return to earth. Make your own space pack. Be an explorer Collect an explorer pack from the information area, look through the microscope and see what you can discover. Then return your pack to get your sticker. Dinosaur Dig Discover dinosaur relics - Sponsored by Hinckley BID. Photo booth Make some moonship memories. Under 5’s zone Provided by Hinckley Sure Start and parent volunteer team. Birds of Prey display and lots more

52 What’s Going Down 2017 Snap Dragon Festival Week Wednesday 3 August National Play Day - Argents Mead 11am - 3pm. Annual celebration of a child’s right to play. Enjoy a really fun packed day. Water slide – back by popular demand so bring a towel! Creative cascade Play activities Mud pie kitchen Messy play Traditional games Parachute games Sand play – sponsored by Hinckley BID Den building Dressing up Face painting Pavement art Giant bubble blowing Have fun dressing up in our photo booth Under 5’s zone Provided by Hinckley Sure Start and parent volunteer team Moo Music Music and movement for under 5’s Craft activities and children's trail Theme ‘growing’ - free, no need to book. Everyone welcome. St. Mary's coffee bar and toilets open. plus Hinckley Library will be providing information and children’s crafts. They will also be running an animal agents themed summer reading challenge. and lots more

62 What’s Going Down 2017 Snap Dragon Festival Week Thursday 3 August Fairy tale Fantasy - Argents Mead 11am - 3pm. Come and join the fairy tale Meet the Billy goats Gruff, Brer Rabbit and one of the Three Little Pigs Customize your teddy Bears available to buy at a small cost or bring your own Excavate the sand with diggers and trucks Sponsored by Hinckley Bid Gingerbread man Decorate his friends Hansel and Gretel follow the gnome trail to find the house of sweets Make your own fairy wings Three Little Pigs Have a go at building a house of straw Grow a beanstalk Under 5’s zone Provided by Hinckley Sure Start and parent volunteer team Photo booth and lots more

7 What’s Going Down 2017 Snap Dragon Festival Week Friday 4 August Snap Dragon Spectacular Hollycroft Park 11am - 3pm. Enjoy this year’s Young People’s Music Festival showcasing talent from across Hinckley and Bosworth, bring a picnic and enjoy the festival atmosphere. Hosted by Fosse Radio and featuring... JAM music •Wasabi 5•Search for a Star winners • NYA theatre company - Performing hairspray and Swan Lake

The play ‘Giraffe the Pelly and Me’ performed by young people from Redmoor academy Play activities Lots of fun and games

Pitch and putt 10am - 8pm. Small charge Pavement art Giant bubbles Photo booth Under 5’s zone Provided by Hinckley Sure Start and parent volunteer team and staff

82 What’s Going Down 2017 Snap Dragon on Tour... Coming to a location near you. Bring a picnic and have a great family day out with: Beach and sand play - play in the sand, build a castle Have a ride on a seaside donkey or just say hello Giant bubbles • Circus skills • Fun and games • Scavenger hunts • Craft activities • Enjoy a traditional Punch and Judy Show with all the family • Under 5’s zone - provided by Hinckley Sure Start and parent volunteer team • Balloon modelling - 12noon to 2pm amazing creations with balloons • Refreshments plus loads more •••

EVENTS are FREE apart from where a cost is mentioned Please note - not all of these activities will be at all the events below Locations Monday 24 July 11am - 2pm Burbage Millennium Hall Tuesday 25 July 11am - 2pm Twycross - Playing fields off Orton Lane CV9 3HA Wednesday 26 July 11am -2pm Barlestone - Playing fields at Bosworth Road (with bowls club) CV13 0HU Thursday 27 July 11am - 2pm Botcheston - Village hall and playing field on the corner of Main Street LE9 9FF

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nap Dragon eve ini S nts M Working in partnership with community ... organisations we have been able to award some additional funding to help support Summer activities in a community near you, these are also part of our exciting Snap Dragon Festival programme for 2017. For more information or to book onto any of the projects please contact them directly. Community Houses Art Competition Design wall art using different art and craft mediums. Children and families welcome, 50p per session Tues 8, Wed 9 & Thurs 10 August Barwell Community House • 43 Bradgate Road, Barwell 10.00am - 12.00noon • Age: 5 years + Contact: Militza tel (01455) 844884 Email: [email protected] Earl Shilton Community House • Peggs Close, Earl Shilton 10.00am - 12.00noon • Age: 5yrs + Contact: Rachel tel (01455) 255941 email: [email protected] Gwendoline Community House • 50 Gwendoline Avenue, Wykin 11.00am - 1.00pm • Age: 5yrs + Contact: Shirley tel: (01455) 255942/610115 email: [email protected]

Markfield Community Centre Fun crafts, games, dance, sport and lots of fun Thursdays: 27 July & 3, 10, 17 August 9.30am - 11.30am Age: 6 - 11 • £1 per person Markfield Community and Sports Centre, Mayflower Close, Markfield, Leicestershire LE67 9ST Contact: Carol Berridge tel: 01530 242240 or email: [email protected]

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Barwell Methodist Church Table Tennis Fun Family indoor picnic with games, 17 & 24 July & 7& 14 August play and food 1.30pm - 3.00pm Fridays: 28 July & 4 & 11 August Age: 5 - 11, £2.50 per session 12noon - 2.00pm George Ward Centre Age 5 - 11 years Church Lane, Barwell LE9 8DG £1 per child per day Contact: Mike Holt Barwell Methodist Church, 1 Ormond Close, Barwell LE9 8LX Chapel St, LE9 8DE tel: 07545 476808 or email: [email protected] contact: David Hasledine, Barwell Methodist Church Redmoor Academy tel: 0792 7787 943 Puppet Workshops email: Monday 7 - Friday 11 August [email protected] 10.00am – 1.00pm Age 7 - 11, £3 per child free for families entitled to pupil premium Newbold Verdon Contact: N Roberts Redmoor Academy Churches together tel: 01455 230730 email: Fun, craft, games and activities [email protected] 7 - 11 and 13 August 9.45am – 12noon Age 5 - 11, 50p per child per day Methodist Church Main Street, Newbold Verdon

Contact: Lynda Coleman tel: 01455 823960

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Hinckley Squash Club Burbage Community Library Fun, games and squash tasters Monday 24, Tuesday 25 & Animal Agents of Burbage Wednesday 26 July Thursday 3 August Wednesday 9, Thursday 10 & 1.00pm - 3.00pm Friday 11 August Linked to the National Summer 10.00am - 11.00am Reading Challenge 2017 this fun event Age 5 - 11, FREE includes stories, crafts and a chance to Contact: Cath Brown meet animal friends. tel: 07795 264479 Contact the library for email: further details [email protected] Tel: 0116 305 3558 www.burbagecommunitylibrary.org.uk Markfield Churches Together Coach Unlimited Fun, crafts, games and activities holiday club Monday 24 to Wed 26 July Inclusive participation in a 9.15am to 12noon wide range of sports Monday 14 - Friday 16 August Age 5 - 11 8.30pm - 3.30pm donations from participants Age 5 - 11, £19 per child per day Markfield Methodist Church, (sibling and multi day discounts) Main Street, Markfield Congerstone Primary School Contact: for contact information: Fran Johnson www.coach-unlimited.co.uk tel 01530 243350

12 What’s Going Down 2017 Burbage Common Activities WILD PLAY Children’s Summer Holiday Activities at Burbage Common • Road • Hinckley Meet at the Visitor Centre Mud Wednesday 26 July 10.30am -12.30pm Prepare to get muddy and discover what animals are below our feet. Wood Wednesday 2 August 10.30am -12.30pm Use tools to make items from wood. Fire Wednesday 9 August 10.30am -12.30pm Learn how to safely light a fire and cook something yummy on an open fire. Water Wednesday 23 August 10.30am -12.30pm Pond dipping and water play. For children aged 5 -12 years (must be accompanied by an adult) Cost £3.50 per child per session Booking essential Places are limited so please call 01455 255728 (A non-refundable payment will be taken on booking) #EveryChildWild

13 What’s Going Down 2017 The Community Houses Summer Activities Earl Shilton Community House, Peggs Close, Earl Shilton Barwell Community House, 43 Bradgate Road, Barwell Gwendoline Community House, 50 Gwendoline Ave, Wykin

Each house offers a variety of craft activities, cooking and gardening sessions, staff have experience in adapting crafts to meet the needs of all children so everyone can be creative. This year we have an Inter-house Craft Competition where children will use all their skills to create a wall hanging. For ages 5 -14 years. Activities start w/c Monday 24 July and run for 4 weeks.

Earl Shilton Community House - Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 10.00am - 12 noon. 50p per child. Contact Rachel or Shirley, tel: 255941 or 255942 email: [email protected] Barwell Community House - Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 10.00 am - 12 noon. Free. Contact Militza, tel: 844884 email: [email protected] Gwendoline Community House - Tuesdays & Wednesdays 11.00am - 1.00pm Free. Contact Rachel or Shirley, tel: 255941 or 610115 email: [email protected] plus Mon 14 August - The Wharf Mini Gala Family Event

14 What’s Going Down 2017 Hinckley Club 4 Young People GreenTowers Activity Centre, Hinckley Club 4 Young People Richmond Park, Richmond Road Hinckley LE10 0DZ Youth Club for age 8 to 19 & Activity Centre all ages A purpose built youth and activity centre that caters for everyone. Facilities include climbing wall, sports halls, skate/BMX park, 3G Pitch, table games, gaming and computers, music studio, fitness gym, function suite, family room and bar. Youth Club: Monday to Friday 6.00pm to 9.00pm (Thursdays 8 to 12 year olds only) Saturday 12noon to 3.00pm (sessions for all the family) Activity Centre: Monday to Friday 7.30am to 9.00pm Saturday 9.00am to 7.00pm Sunday 11.00am to 7.00pm Youth Club entrance is £1.50 members and £2.00 guests Hired cost activities outside Youth Club hours from £10.00 per hour plus Summer Daytime Youth Club Tuesday 18 July to Thursday 24 August 2017 Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during the summer holidays, 12noon to 3.00pm. All the usual centre activities for youth sessions and more including; fitness, arts & crafts, wall climbing, dance, Fire & Rescue Team visits, sports day for 8 to 19 year olds • Entrance fee £1.50 for Youth Club members, £2.00 for non Youth Club members

Contact the office tel 01455 230468 email [email protected] website www.greentowers.co.uk

15 What’s Going Down 2017 Hinckley Leisure Centre Fit for Sport in 2017 During the school holidays we understand the importance of children being outside and active. Our experienced and fully qualified team will be delivering a wide range of activities to keep your children happy and healthy. From sports and games to arts and crafts, each day offers something different for children aged 5 – 12 years old, providing childcare in a safe and supportive learning environment, making sure your children have fun, make friends and keep moving during the holidays!

Excellent satisfaction rating All Fit For Sport programmes are Ofsted registered and run by trained and DBS checked activity professionals, with every member of the Fit For Sport team sharing a commitment to a common goal: To provide childcare in a safe and supportive learning environment where children can try new, fun ways to get their bodies moving and discover the benefits of leading a healthy and active life. To book your place this term visit www.fitforsport.co.uk or call 0845 456 3233. Early booking rates (at least 2 weeks in advance): Standard day 9.30am - 4.30pm £21.00 Extended day 8.30am - 5.30pm £25.25 Half day 1.00pm - 5.00pm £15.75 Half day 9.30am - 1.00pm £15.75 see website for basic and late rates

16 What’s Going Down 2017 Hinckley Leisure Centre Under Fives Creepy Crawlies Monday to Friday 9.30am - 12noon Suitable for babies to 5 year olds. Creepy Crawlies is a fun and enjoyable session for children and adults to interact with each other. There is a mixture of activities to do within these sessions for children under the age of 5 years. Children can play on our brand new bouncy castle, soft play toys, arts and crafts and much more. Birthday Parties Active Bounce Party Enjoy a fun packed hour with lots of games and our bouncy castle. We will be playing musical games and getting active with our parachute. Suitable for children aged: 1 - 9 years old Price: £110.00 for 10 children Includes: One hour party session, 45 minutes in our Party Tea Room (bring own food) and two Party Leaders. Active Adventure Party Enjoy exclusive use of our purpose built soft play area. The children will enjoy the freedom of playing, running, jumping and creating fun adventures. Suitable for children aged: up to 12 years old Price: £110.00 for 10 children Includes: One hour party session, 45 minutes in our Party Tea Room (bring own food) and one Party Leader. Maximum of 36 children only. Football Party Enjoy lots of football fun including games, a mini match and a penalty shootout. Suitable for children aged: 4 -12 years old. Price: £110.00 for 10 children. Includes: One hour party session, 45 minutes in our Party Tea Room (bring own food) and one Party Leader.

17 What’s Going Down 2017 Hinckley Leisure Centre Multi Sports Party Have a fantastic time with a great range of sporting games with up to two of the following sports: football, unihoc or dodgeball. Suitable for children aged: 6 -12 years old. Price: £110.00 for 10 children Includes: One hour party session, 45 minutes in our Party Tea Room (bring own food) and one Party Leader. Trampolining Party Whether you are a regular ‘jumper’ or new to the sport Trampolining Birthday Parties can cater for everybody. All of our Trampolining Parties are led by a qualified British Gymnastics coach and include coaching in addition to fun games. Suitable for children aged: 5 -16 years old. Price: £110.00 for 10 children Includes: one hour party session, 45 minutes in our Party Tea Room (bring own food), one British Gymnastic Coach and one Party Leader. There is a maximum of 10 children only for this party. Pool Party Community pool. Have a ‘splashing time’ with this exciting and fun party! You will have lots of playtime with our floats and pool toys. Suitable for children aged: Up to 12 years old. Price: £115.00 for 12 children Includes: one hour party session, 45 minutes in our Party Tea Room (bring own food), invitations and one Party Leader. Please note there needs to be 1 adult for every child under the age of 8 years old. Pool Inflatable Party Can you master the inflatable challenge? Take on the challenge, race your friends to the end and have a splashing time! See who will reign supreme. Suitable for children aged: 5 - adults Price: £220 for 60 people Includes: 1 Hour Party Session, 45 minutes in our Party Tea Room (bring your own food)

18 What’s Going Down 2017 Hinckley Leisure Centre Swimming Community Pool Main Pool Monday Time Monday Time All welcome 10.30am - 12noon All welcome 9am - 1.20pm Family swim 1.30pm - 3.50pm Splash session 1.30 - 3.45pm All welcome 6pm - 7pm All welcome 6pm - 8pm Tuesday Time Tuesday Time All welcome 11am - 12noon All welcome 9am - 2.30pm Family swim 2.30pm - 3.50pm All welcome 6pm - 7pm Wednesday Time Wednesday Time All welcome 11am - 12noon All welcome 9am - 1.30pm Family swim 2.30pm - 3.50pm Splash session 1.30pm - 3.45pm Thursday Time All welcome 6pm - 8pm All welcome 11am - 12noon Thursday Time Family swim 1.30pm - 3.50pm All welcome 9am - 3pm Friday Time All welcome 6pm - 8pm All welcome 10.30am - 12noon Friday Time Family fun 12noon - 3.50pm All welcome 10am - 1.20pm All welcome 6pm - 7pm Splash session 1.30pm - 3.45pm Saturday Time All welcome 6pm - 7pm All welcome 11.30am - 5pm Saturday Time Sunday Time All welcome 11.30am -1pm Family swim 8am - 4.50pm Supa Aqua Splash 1.45pm - 4.15pm Sunday Time All welcome 9am -1.20pm Splash session 1.30pm - 4.45pm

19 What’s Going Down 2017 Hinckley Museum Hinckley & District Museum, Lower Bond Street, Hinckley, LE10 1QU Roman Days Mondays 17, 24 & 31 July • 11.00am - 3.00pm Dressing up, writing, jewellery and sandal making, crafts, and fun activities on a Roman theme for children aged from 5 years. Admission £1 per person (includes museum entry and free soft drink for children). Wash Days Mondays 7, 14 & 21 August • 11.00am - 3.00pm Come and experience old-fashioned wash days using dolly tubs and scrubbing boards. Learn about the equipment supplied from costumed washerwomen. A hands-on experience for children aged from 5 years, and adults. Admission £1 per person (includes museum entry and free soft drink for children).

For more information: email [email protected] or tel: 01455 251218 on open days

20 What’s Going Down 2017 Hinckley Squash & Racketball Club Free Squash Taster Sessions for Kids 5 -12 year olds. Completely free! Squash can be played at any age, it’s easy to learn and there are modified games and equipment to suit every size and skill level. These sessions give kids an opportunity to give squash a try and can be followed up by our on-going junior coaching sessions starting from just £3 per session. There are 6 x 1 hour sessions to choose from: 10.00am - 11.00am on: Monday 24, Tuesday 25 & Wednesday 26 July plus Wednesday 9, Thursday 10 & Friday 11 August Hinckley Squash & Racketball Club, Maple Drive, Tungsten Park, Hinckley, LE10 3BE All equipment is provided; please just wear sports clothes and clean, non- marking trainers. Contact for more information: Cath Brown – Development Officer Tel: 07795 264479 Email: [email protected] Website: www.hinckleysquash.com

21 What’s Going Down 2017 Events In Hollycroft Park

Saturday 1 July Volunteer gardening 10.00am - 12noon Sunday 9 July Clarksdale with Ann Duggan & Rob Hines Americana & roots influenced music 3.00pm - 5.00pm

Friday 14 July Variety Night Live 7.00pm - 9.00pm (New Theatre Players and Stanley Opera)

Sunday 23 July History Walk 2.00pm - 3.00pm £3 per person (meet at the pavilion) All or Nuthin 3.00pm - 5.00pm

Saturday 29 July Summer Art Class 11.00am - 1.00pm for all ages, children must be accompanied by an adult

Saturday 5 August Volunteer gardening 10.00am - 12noon

Sunday 6 August Sunday Funday 1.00pm - 6.00pm

Sunday 20 August Silver Band 3.00pm - 5.00pm

Saturday 2 September Volunteer gardening 10.00am - 12noon

Sunday 3 September Alan Sanders Jazz Band 3.00pm - 5.00pm

Sunday 17 September Free Spirit Gospel Choir 3.00pm - 5.00pm

Saturday 7 October Volunteer gardening 10.00am - 12noon Autumn Art Class 11.00am - 1.00pm for all ages, children must be accompanied by an adult

Admission free unless stated above For further details: www.hollycroftpark.co.uk

22 What’s Going Down 2017 JAM JAM Music Schools Learn, Play, Perform Sessions Weekly music lessons with an exciting difference! LEARN guitar, drums, bass, keyboards or singing* PLAY together with other learners PERFORM LIVE at our specially organised gigs throughout the year! *Singing lessons not currently offered at all venues, please enquire.

Saturdays 9.30am to 12.30pm at St Peters Primary Academy, , CV13 0NP Tuesdays 6.00pm to 8.00pm at The Atkins Building, Hinckley, LE10 1QU

30 minute session £12.00 weekly 60 minute session £19.00 weekly Ages 6 to 16 years. Beginners to advanced. DBS checked staff. FREE Taster, must be booked please. Contact us on: FREE Phone 0800 233 5266 or 07786 605111 email: [email protected] Website: www.jammusicschools.co.uk

23 What’s Going Down 2017 Libraries

Summer Reading Challenge 2017 Animal Agents Children aged 3 -12 can take part in a giant reading adventure at their local library this summer. Animal Agents is an exciting reading challenge taking place in all Leicestershire libraries, including mobiles from the 8 July until 2 September. Children sign up to the challenge for FREE. All they have to do is read six library books or e-books throughout the summer and will be able to collect stickers illustrated by Tony Ross to go in their collector folder. Participants will also be rewarded with other fun goodies as they read their books and a certificate and medal when they complete the challenge. For more information about Animal Agents call in at your local library or visit the website: www.leicestershire.gov.uk/libraries You can also follow us on:

It’s free to join the library and there’s something for all the family to enjoy!

Animal Agents of Burbage Summer 2017 Burbage Library Thursday 3 August 1.00pm - 3.00pm Linked to the National Summer Reading Challenge this fun event includes stories, crafts and a chance to meet animal friends. Contact the library for further details tel: 0116 3053558 www.burbagecommunitylibrary.org.uk

24 What’s Going Down 2017 Markfield Churches Together Holiday Club

A Holiday Club with a Christian basis but open to all children, regardless of faith, or no faith. Activities will include drama, craft activities, games and music all based on a theme of Super Heroes. Children will be provided with a drink and a biscuit during the session.

It would help if you could pre-register your child and forms are available at Markfield Library or via the given contact. Children can be brought on the day but we are restricted to a maximum of 30 on a first come first served basis. For ages 5 -11 years. Free. Monday 24 , Tuesday 25 and Wednesday 26 July 9.15am -12noon Markfield Methodist Church, Main St, Markfield For more information: Fran Johnson Tel: 01530 243350 Email: [email protected]

25 What’s Going Down 2017 Orienteering/Xplorer

For all ages and families £1.00 per person or £5.00 per group/family Last Friday of every month 4.00pm - 5.00pm Hollycroft Park (meet at bowling green)

Holiday Fiesta • Friday 28 July How well do you know your countries? Get into the holiday spirit and name as many places along the way... Know Your Sports • Friday 25 August Test your knowledge on how well you know your sport. Maths Mayhem • Friday 29 September We know you can find the hidden plaques but can you complete the circuit of numbers? Halloween Horror • Friday 27 October Look out for the flying witches, beware of the wolves and find the hidden ghosts before dark! Christmas Tree Hunt • Friday 24 November It’s time to decorate, find the missing tree decorations and get into the Christmas spirit.

For more information contact: Tariq Arif tel 01455 255908 email [email protected]

26 What’s Going Down 2017 Puppeteering at Redmoor

Design, create and learn to use your own puppets leading to a show for families at the end of the week For ages: 8 - 13 years. £2 per session Monday 7 to Thursday 10 August 10 .00am - 12noon Friday 11 August 10.00 -12.30pm Redmoor Academy, Wykin Rd, Hinckley LE10 0EP For more information: Nigel Roberts Tel: 01455 230731 Email: [email protected]

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28 What’s Going Down 2017 Spartans Kickboxing Academy

Sessions are held at: The Academy • Southfield Road • Hinckley LE10 1UA For 4 years + and first session is FREE then sessions £6 pay as you go there after. Children’s beginner class takes place on Mondays 5.30pm - 6.30pm Alternative classes are available should that not be suitable. Equipment needed: Jogging bottoms and t-shirt, we train in bare feet and water is always handy. Spartans Academy is the only pay as you train Martial Arts facility in the area, run by former multi World and European Champion Kerry Allsopp who, as a mother herself, guarantees a family feel from the minute you walk through the door!

Contact: [email protected] Tel: 07590 441927

29 What’s Going Down 2017 Coach Unlimited Holiday Sports Camp

CoachUnlimited Holiday Sports Camps offer children opportunities to make new friends, develop sports skills and above all enjoy their school holidays. The sport camps are open to children aged 5 - 11 years old offering opportunities to play a wide range of sports at an affordable price. Experienced and popular staff will be delivering a variety of sports in a fun and safe environment.

Monday 14 August, Tuesday 15 August & Wednesday 16 August 8.30am - 3.30pm Congerstone Primary School, Shackerstone Road, Congerstone, Nuneaton, Warks. CV13 6NH £19 per day per child with siblings at half price Please bring appropriate clothing for the weather, including a sun hat (sun cream must be applied before arrival). Packed lunch is needed each day. Contact for more information: Jake Poole, tel: 01455 393404 Email: [email protected] Website: www.coach-unlimited.co.uk

30 What’s Going Down 2017 Summer of Fun

Hinckley BID brings another FREE Summer of Fun to the Town Centre for 2017. There will be outdoor activities and entertainers to enjoy on each of the Wednesdays during the school holiday. All of them, sure to bring a smile to the children’s faces! Also, between 31 July to 4 August, the BID will be sponsoring one activity all week at HBBC’s Snap Dragon Children and Family Festival. Be sure to come along and join in the fun!

Wednesday 19 July 11.00am - 4.00pm Lighthouse and Lighthouse Make & Take activities Shows: 11.30am, 1.00pm and 3.30pm Come along and join in the fun at the lighthouse and meet the Lighthouse Keeper! There will be make and take workshops throughout the day too. Don’t miss this wonderful family event! Location: Market Place Wednesday 26 July - 10.30am to 4.30pm Smiley the Land Train Smiley will be stopping off in Hinckley for the day to ferry families up and down Castle Street’s pedestrianised area, whilst playing music and making chuff-chuff noises! Children love the little train and with FREE RIDES throughout the day, parents will be smiling too! Location: Castle Street Crazy Golf With lots of unusual obstacles, this 9 - hole Crazy Golf is forever popular with children and adults alike and a lot of fun. A great reason to pop along to the Crescent during your visit to the Town Centre and an opportunity to hone your golf skills too! Location: The Crescent

31 What’s Going Down 2017 Summer of Fun

Monday 31 July - Friday 4 August HBBC’s Snapdragon Children and Family Festival Watch out for the ‘beach’ zone which Hinckley BID will be sponsoring all week at this fantastic and fun family festival. Location: Argents Mead Wednesday 9 August - 10.00am to 4.00pm Dr Zoolittle Dr Zoolittle is visiting Hinckley again with his wide array of little animals and creatures! From hissing cockroaches to cuddly rabbits and amusing meerkats, come along and take advantage of some great photo opportunities! Location: Outside Co-op building Wednesday 16 August 10.00am to 4.00pm Circus Whiz Circus Whiz have a variety of circus equipment to keep everyone busy for quite a while. There’s hula hoops and wobble boards, or you can perfect your juggling skills and learn plate spinning, plus a whole host of other circus tricks for you to learn! Location: Market Place

32 What’s Going Down 2017 George Ward Table Tennis Club Table tennis for beginners 5 -11 year olds. £2.50 per session. The sessions are about getting youngsters to try a new sport in a fun way. We aim to introduce the youngsters to the basics of table tennis using a qualified coach and volunteers, in a safe and fun environment The kids can try their luck against our ball robot and much more. Mondays 17 & 24 July and 7 & 14 August 1.30pm – 3.30pm George Ward Centre, Church Lane, Barwell, LE9 8DG PE shoes and non-white tops. We can only accommodate 24 children per session so pre-booking is recommended. Bats and balls will be provided by us. To register contact the George Ward Centre: tel 01455 847410 For more information: Mike Holt tel 07545 476808 Email [email protected] Limited places so book early! Supported by George Ward Table Tennis Club

33 What’s Going Down 2017 Things to do, places to go Twycross Zoo Over 1,000 wild animals from across the world are on view at Twycross Zoo, the centre for conservation, education and family fun. It features a Gibbon Forest, Explorers Kids Zone, wading bird aviary and a restaurant with views of the naturalistic snow leopard exhibit. Family tickets are available, the zoo is open 364 days a year. Twycross Zoo, (on the A444) Burton Road, Atherstone, Warwickshire, CV9 3PX. Tel: 0844 474 1777 email: [email protected] web: www.twycrosszoo.org Bosworth Water Trust 50-acre leisure park. The lake is used for sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and available to group bookings and fishing. Ideal for a family activity weekend, day & season tickets available. Bosworth Water Trust, Wellsborough Road, Market Bosworth, CV13 6PD. Tel 01455 291876 Email: info@bosworthwatertrust. co.uk. Web: www.bosworthwatertrust. co.uk Wildkidz Indoor Play Centre Wildkidz indoor play centre in Hinckley is open seven days a week, from 10am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday and 10am to 4pm Sunday. Children up to 12 years of age are catered for in two large, separate play areas. Refreshments and food are available and it makes a great venue for birthday parties. We do special term time prices too. Wildkidz, 18-20 New Buildings, Hinckley, LE10 1HW. Tel 01455 251769 Email: info@wildkidz. co.uk Web: www.wildkidz.co.uk Facebook: www.facebook.com/wildkidzhinckley

34 What’s Going Down 2017 Things to do, places to go Boating on the canal A boating holiday is one of the best ways to see the countryside and the waterways are filled with wildlife plus quiet villages and historic towns. Children will enjoy the constantly changing environment. Modern and comfortable interiors can be experienced aboard a narrowboat from Ashby Boats, based in Stoke Golding. Assistance is provided in planning a route and getting the most out of your holiday. Ashby Boats, Canal Wharf 89 Station Road, Stoke Golding CV13 6EY Tel 01455 212671 Email: [email protected]. Web: www.ashbyboats.com

Tropical Birdland A beautiful tropical bird paradise transporting you to parts of the world that many people never get to see. Amazing sounds, stunning colour and incredible birds. Open every day 10.00am to 5.30pm. Tropical Birdland, Lindridge Lane, LE9 9GN Tel 01455 824603 Email: [email protected] Web www.tropicalbirdland.com

35 What’s Going Down 2017 Things to do, places to go NATURE AND WILDLIFE

Ratby Burroughs, Peartree & Martinshaw Woods •nr - Woodlands Trust Sites - Tel 01476 581 111 Saltersford Valley Picnic Area • Oakthorpe - 7 hectare site in the National Forest - Tel Tel 0116 3055000 Sence Valley Forest Park • Ibstock - Tel 01889 586593 Swithland Wood Country Park - 60 hectares of ancient woodland - Tel 0116 236 2713 New Lount Nature Reserve - 19.5 hectares with wide range of habitats - Tel 0116 3055000 Billa Barra Nature Area - Tel 01455 238141 Bradgate Park • Newtown Linford - 344 hectare deer park with ancient ruins - Tel 0116 236 2713 Brocks Hill Country Park & Environment Centre • Tel 0116 2888961 Burbage Common & Woods - Tel 01455 238141 Conkers & National Forest - Over 100 interactive exhibits and 120 acres of trails, habitats and sculpture - Tel 01283 216633 Desford Tropical Birdland - over 85 species of birds from the forest - Tel 01455 824603 Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Wood - specially planted woodland created as a tribute to Diana, Princess of Wales - Tel 01283 551211 Hill Hole Quarry & Country Park - Tel 01455 238141

Fosse Meadows Nature Area - Tel 0116 2727703

36 What’s Going Down 2017 Things to do, places to go HERITAGE AND HISTORY Hinckley & District Museum -(Sat, Sun & Bank Holiday Mon only) Tel 01455 251218 Market Bosworth Country Park - Historic 35 hectare park with childrens adventure playground and lake - Tel 0116 3055000 Ashby de la Zouch Castle • Leics -Tel 0370 333 1181 Bosworth Battlefield and Visitor Centre - Tel 01455 290429 Battlefield Line Railway • Shackerstone - Tel 01827 880754 Ashby Woulds Heritage Trail - pedestrians, cycles & horse riding Tel 0116 3055000 Beacon Hill, Woodhouse Eaves - 2nd highest point in Leics - Tel 0116 3055000 Stapleford Miniature Railway • www.fsmr.org.uk Great Central Railway • • Leics - Tel 01509 632323 Belvoir Castle - www.belvoircastle.com Tel 01476 871002 ADVENTURE Drayton Manor Park and Zoo • Near Tamworth -Tel 01827 287979 Cineworld Cinema • The Crescent, Station Road, Hinckley LE10 1AW Tel 0871 200 2000 Odeon Cinema • Bermuda Park • Nuneaton - Tel 0333 0144501 National Space Centre • Leicester - Tel 0116 261 0261 Megazone Laser Tag Centre • Belgrave Gate Leicester - Tel 0116 2531153 Beaumanor Hall• Activity weeks for 12-16 year olds. Residential - Tel 01509 890119 Calke Abbey and Park - Ticknall, Derby, Derbyshire - Tel 01332 863822 MFA Bowl, Bermuda Park, Nuneaton – Tel 0843 2908941

37 What’s Going Down 2017 Things to do, places to go WATER Rutland Water - Tel 01572 770651 Staunton Harold Reservoir - Ashby de la Zouch - 58 hectare reservoir with many natural attractions - Tel 01283 551211 Thornton Reservoir - 75 acre reservoir farmland and woodland Tel 01332 865081 Moira Furnace Lock Trips - boat trip through the Moira Lock to Conkers, lasts 1 hour 30 mins - Tel 01283 224667 Ashby Boat Company - Narrowboats for hire - Tel 01455 212671 The Ashby Trip - Canal cruises and boat trips from Sutton Cheney Wharf - Tel 01455 213838 or email [email protected] Bosworth Water Trust - 50 acre Leisure Park, lakes for sailing & fishing and crazy golf course - Tel 01455 291876 Foxton Locks • - Tel 0303 0404040 Groby Pool - Largest area of natural water in Leicestershire - Tel 01283 551211

ANIMALS Twycross Zoo - 1,000 animals, seals & penguins feeding time - Tel 0844 474 1777 Broombriggs Farm and Windmill Hill - (opposite Beacon Hill) - Mixed arable and stock farm with marked trail - Tel 0116 3055000

38 What’s Going Down 2017 Things to do, places to go SPORTS Hinckley Leisure Centre - Tel 01455 610011 Hollywood Bowl • Meridian Leisure Park • Leicester - Tel 0844 8261463 Leicester City Football Club - Tel 0344 8155000

Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre - Tel 0116 268 1426 Leicester Tigers Rugby Club-Tel 0116 3198888 Mallory Park - car and motorcycle race circuit - Tel 01455 502214

EXTREME SPORTS Snowdome • Tamworth • Staffordshire - ski, board, blade, tube, toboggan, ice skate and snowmobiles - www.snowdome.co.uk The Tower Climbing Centre • Leicester - available all year round (booking required) Bouldering wall, tower hall, 'the bloc'. Different climbs for all abilities - Tel 0116 233 3074 Ride the Hill Centres -Surrey, Derbyshire & Chester - Art of mountain boarding - www.ridethehill.com

39 What’s Going Down 2017 Visitor Guide

Holidays are all about families and fun, and there is nowhere better equipped than the area within (and surrounding) Hinckley and Bosworth for choices. The widest choice of activities, from steam trains to waterways, from museums and historical battlefield trails to bargains at antique centres, choice of places to visit when it’s raining, and places to visit when it’s sunny. Choices of food and drink from many countries – choices of cycle and walking routes, choices of hassle free town centre shopping and a myriad of choices if you want to stay over. All choices to suit most budgets – with special family deals at attractions such as Twycross Zoo and Bosworth Battlefield. Hinckley and Bosworth offers the perfect choice for variety - and you will know that you’ve had a good time! For information about events taking place over the summer please visit our website: www.goleicestershire.com/Hinckley-and-Bosworth

40 Advice and information for expectant parents and parents/carers of children 0 ‐ 5 years

41 Introducon The first few years are the most important in a child's life, you have the biggest influence of all on their learning and development We hope that the information contained in this booklet will give you some hints and tips which will be helpful now and in the future. Contents 5 Feeding, weaning & diet 7 Sleep 8 Positive parenting 9 Making time for you & stress 10 Play, learning and fun 11 Being active 12 Toilet training 13 Good oral health 14 Sure start & Parent Voice 15 Leicestershire libraries & Have you claimed what is rightfully yours?

42 Feeding, weaning and diet Feeding your children can be a challenge. There are so many questions and even more advice telling you a million different things. 0 ‐ 5 Years Breast Feeding Breastfeeding is considered to be best for babies as it contains all the nutrients your baby needs to grow and develop and it is free, instant and convenient. There are many advantages to both mum and baby, including babies are less likely to catch infections, suffer from obesity and develop diabetes in later life. Mums are less likely to develop breast cancer or develop brittle bones in later life. The NHS has a site dedicated to information, support and advice on breastfeeding and other types of feeding information. www.nhs.uk/Conditions/pregnancy-and-baby/pages/breastfeeding-help- support.aspx Text ‘Feed’ to 60777 or call 01455 441036 if you would like free friendly local support with breastfeeding issues Bottled breast milk Expressed breast milk can be stored in a sterilised You may decide to express your breast milk by bottle in the fridge for hand or pump and use a bottle to feed your baby. up to 5 days or in This way someone else can feed your baby whilst the freezer for up to you have a break or catch up on some sleep: 6 months. Bottle Formula Milk If you can’t, or choose not to feed your baby with breast milk, the only safe alternative is infant formula milk. This is either ready-made as a liquid or can be made up from powder and fed to your baby through a bottle. If you’re not sure how to make up infant formula ask your midwife, GP, health visitor or pharmacist. Babies fed on infant formula milk may get thirsty between feeds so you could try offering a little cooled, boiled tap water, making sure you use a sterilised bottle. Check with your health visitor or midwife. Only make up one feed at a time and throw away any leftovers. 43 Weaning You will need to start weaning your baby onto solid food after they are approx 6 months old as breast or formula milk alone does not provide all of the nutrients required for a healthy child. If you decide to introduce solid foods before 6 months you must check with your GP or Health Visitor first. Babies should be weaned gradually. After your baby is eating two or three tablespoons of pureed solid food a day, add other foods with different textures and consistencies. Introduce new foods gradually so your baby has time to get used to the new textures and tastes. It is advisable to start with simple baby rice then introduce savoury vegetables followed by fruit. 0 - 5 years Yellow fruits and vegetables are the easiest for a baby to digest but try to introduce green vegetables early on so your baby does not get used to the taste of only sweeter fruit and vegetables. Try mashed or pureed banana, peach, apple, pear, sweet potatoes, butternut squash and cauliflower and mix the food with breast or formula milk or cooled, boiled water to a consistency your baby can manage. Never leave your baby alone when eating due to the risk of choking. If you can use a rubber tipped spoon to protect sensitive gums Offer foods that are healthy and balanced and avoid adding salt, sugar or honey. At around 7 to 9 months, it is a good idea to offer your baby chunkier cut food to hold, which encourages your baby to feed themselves. Try offering bread, ripe bananas, chapattis, soft cooked carrots and soft fruit such as melon or peach - make sure you remove any seeds or stones. Try freezing soft fruit such as melon or banana and let your child chew on it to sooth gums when teething 44 Sleep Sleep is very important and getting enough sleep will help make sure your child has enough energy to play, learn and grow and that you have the energy and enthusiasm you need throughout the day. Many babies and children experience sleeping difficulties at some point.. It’s a good idea to try and get into a good sleep routine as early as possible. Remember all children are different 0 ‐ 5 Years Keep bedtime calm and try and develop a nice routine, bath, cuddle, story etc. Keep the same bedtime each night and give bedtime countdown. Some children find comfort in a soft toy, dummy, night-light or gentle music. Find out what soothes your baby and use it as part of the bedtime routine. Once your child is in a bed, make sure that the room is safe in case they get out of bed; use stair gates and safety plugs.

Do not share your bed with your baby Involve your child especially if you have been drinking in the bedtime routine, alcohol. e.g. letting them Remember there are many different reasons choose their why your child may not be sleeping. They could pyjamas be having a bad dream, be hungry or feel uncomfortable because of a dirty nappy or overheating, or may simply need a cuddle and some reassurance. Sometimes babies aren’t awake when they make a noise. So, wait a while and see if they settle by themselves. If you would like help around sleep issues, ask your health visitor to make a referral to your local Sure Start centre.

45 Posive parenting Parenting can be one of the most difficult yet rewarding things you will ever do. There is no right or wrong answer and being a parent can be extremely tiring and emotional at times, but by maintaining a positive approach you can enjoy helping your child develop and grow into an individual. 0 - 5 years Feel confident and be patient - you’re learning too! Make plenty of time to play and interact with your children. If you have older children involve them with new arrivals and play together. Be a positive role model for your child because the majority of what your child learns, they learn from you. Throughout your child’s life you are their biggest influence. From an early age listen and encourage your child, ensure they feel secure, loved and valued and watch their confidence grow! Tiredness and stress can mean you are more likely to lose your temper. If you need support, talk to someone. If you lose your temper and shout or smack,this will encourage your child to do the same and will lower your children’s self esteem. Smacking children should always be avoided. Talk to your child and let them know what they did wrong. If you would like help around parenting issues, ask your Health Visitor to make a referral to your local Sure Start centre. As early as possible set out rules and boundaries for your child. Approach this in a positive way with praise and rewards for good behaviour.

46 Making me for you Being a parent can be extremely stressful at times. This isn’t being selfish. In fact it is important to find time for yourself even if it’s just time to relax and unwind it can benefit the whole family. Here are a few things that may help... Stress Noise can increase the heart rate and the level of stress hormone in the bloodstream, so take a few minutes of quiet time at every opportunity. Try stopping and counting slowly to three in a stressful situation. It gives you a few seconds to calm down and think straight. If you’re worked up, take slow, deep breaths. It tricks the body into thinking the stressful situation is resolved and slows the heart rate. Avoid shouting and try to talk calmly and slowly. Exercise is an excellent way to relieve tension as it releases endorphins - the ‘feel good’ hormones to lift moods. Keep your energy levels up! Aim to eat five portions of fruit and vegetables a day - having enough nutrients will mean you have plenty of energy for running around after your children. Get as much sleep as possible and rest whenever you can. Communicate! Talking through any difficulties is extremely important, it can help resolve issues before they escalate and help to avoid disagreements between parents. Discussing problems with friends can help too. Sometimes though, an adult conversation, even if it’s just for 10 minutes makes all the difference.

47 Play, learning and fun Children need to play! Children of all ages learn through play - it can be a way of making sense of the world around them, a way to experiment, learn to take risks, help form friendships. Play helps children to develop imagination and creative abilities. As a parent, playing and having fun with your children can be extremely rewarding and although sometimes it can seem hard to make time for fun, it’s important for all families to spend time together enjoying each other’s company. Being ‘silly’ together, laughing and sharing happy times are a great way to relax and keep relationships healthy.

0 ‐ 5 Years Stimulation and play is extremely important for babies and should include a range of toys and activities involving sound, colour and texture. This will help to encourage your child’s development. Talking to babies encourages their speech and language, and interaction between you and your child in their early years is vital. It is also important that your child develops socially, so introduce interaction with other children through playgroups, relatives, friends or siblings. Enrolling your child at a nursery or pre-school will mean they are introduced to a range of play activities, stimulation and early years education. This will provide your child with social and cognitive skills that will be useful when they start school.

Bathtime - bring kitchen utensils into the bath. Bubbles and water can make a gourmet meal or a magic potion.

48 Being acve It is really important to be active as a whole family. Your child should be encouraged to be active right from birth. All the family can benefit from a healthier lifestyle. To help children grow and develop they need to be active, build muscles and improve coordination. It is also a great way for them to stay fit and maintain a healthy weight. Children have lots of energy so being active helps them burn it off which can help them be more relaxed.

Listen to and sing children’s songs such as 0 ‐ 5 Years ‘Incy Wincy spider’ and ‘The Wheels on the Bus’ Give your baby ‘tummy time’ every day. the more actions to By putting your baby on its tummy on the sing along to the better! floor for a short time each day can help them to strengthen their muscles in their upper body, arms and neck. Rolling something brightly coloured, like a ball, across the floor can encourage your baby to lift it’s head, which helps strengthen neck and back muscles. Try games like musical bumps and musical statues. Pretend to be animals and crawl around the floor making animal sounds.

49 Toilet training Toilet training can be a huge milestone for you and your child. However there is no set date for this event as all children are different and will only learn to use a potty or toilet when they are ready. Here is some useful info and tips to help you along... 0 ‐ 5 Years Always start with the potty, its far more child friendly and easier to get to than the toilet if your child is bursting! Before you start potty training it is a good idea to have the potty around so that your toddler can sit on it and get used to it. Buy pants that your child will be excited to wear - there are lots available with cartoon, TV and story characters on them. If your child has an accident, don’t tell them off or punish them. Use rewards and praise your child when they have used the potty or toilet - you could have a star chart with a reward for a successful day! Boys may take longer to potty train than girls. Bowels are usually easier to control than bladders so your child may have got the hang of getting to the potty or toilet to do a poo but still struggle to get there for a wee, which is perfectly normal. Continue to praise and reward until they get the hang of it. A high number of 3 - 5 year olds can regularly wet the bed, even when they are dry during the day - this is common and part of their development.

50 Good oral health for children under 5 years Start to brush your baby's gums with a soft toothbrush at bath time, or even let your baby have a go themselves with supervision. Start brushing your baby's teeth as soon as the first milk tooth breaks through (usually at around six months, but it can be earlier or later. Brush your child's teeth for at least two minutes twice a day, once just before bedtime and at least one other time during the day. Guide your child's hand so they can feel the correct movement. Use a mirror to help your child see exactly where the brush is cleaning their teeth. Make tooth brushing as fun as possible. Don't let children run around with a toothbrush in their mouth as they may damage their mouths or choke if they fall over. Taking your child to the denst Once you've established a good tooth-brushing routine at home, the next step is the first trip to the dentist. These tips can make this a lot easier: Take your child to the dentist when they're as young as possible and at least once by the time they're two. This is so they become familiar with the environment and get to know the dentist. The dentist can help to prevent decay and identify any health problems at an early stage. Just opening up the child's mouth for the dentist to take a look is useful practice for when they could benefit from future preventive care. When you visit the dentist, be positive about it and make the trip fun. This will stop your child worrying about future visits. NHS dental care for children is free. Take your child with you when you go for your own dental check-up appointments so they get used to it.

51 Sure Start We all know that parenting is a tough job at the best of times! We also know that when children get off to a good start they are well equipped to cope with the ups and downs of life as they are growing up. Sure Start is set up to support families to give children the very best start in life. There are 7 Children’s Centres within the Hinckley and Bosworth borough (Barwell, Earl Shilton, Desford, Bagworth and 3 in Hinckley). We also take services out to more rural communities, working in community venues and we work with families in their own homes. We provide services, information, advice and guidance on all sorts of topics. If we can’t help, we will always find someone who can. If you would like to access support, speak to your Health Visitor or another professional who knows you or pop into a centre. We run a 2 year Pathway for expectant parents to have support right through from antenatal classes and then on-going weekly support walking you through all the ages and stages of what your little one needs are and will including infant massage, communication, weaning and behavior issue. Parent Voice Parents are partners in both the delivery of services and in the decision making within the Sure Start Children Centre programme. We have Parent Representatives at each Children’s Centre. They champion the role of the Children Centre programme and its services in their area. Our reps deliver ‘Stay and Play’ sessions to families across Hinckley and Bosworth, with at least one session being held in each Children’s Centre throughout the locality. We also have Parent Voice Reps who are involved in the governance of the programme - sitting on interview panels, and becoming involved in a ‘Mystery Shop’. Parent Voice Reps also help out with the ‘Christmas Toy Appeal’ and some admin duties! Parent Voice reps from across the whole of the Hinckley & Bosworth area meet up regularly to share good practice, to discuss activities, any issues and plan what the programme needs moving forward within their own area. As Children Centre Volunteers our Parent Reps are able to ‘sell the benefits’ of the programme and to signpost families to support and services in their local area. Contact Laura Morris (Parent and Community Involvement Worker) 07860 951 908, or contact your local Sure Start Children’s Centre.

52 Leicestershire Libraries All of Leicestershire’s libraries are free to join and adults and children alike can borrow up to 12 books at any one time. Free Wriggly Readers for 0 - 4 year olds and their grown-ups. This is half an hour of songs and stories, a great way to introduce your child to reading and make new friends too! There is no minimum age for your baby, so please do come along. Hinckley Library: every Tuesday 10.30am - 11.00am (tickets required, available from the Help Point from 10.00am on Tuesdays) Earl Shilton Library: every other Monday 10.30am-11am (no ticket required) Knit & Stitch – our free informal knitting group meets: Hinckley Library: every Tuesday 10.00am - 1.00pm Earl Shilton Library: every Monday 10.00am - 12.00noon Open to novices and experts alike (including mums and their babies!), this is a great way to meet new friends and share knitting tips. No need to book. Colouring for Grown-ups – our free informal colouring group meets: Hinckley Library: every Monday 1.00pm – 2.30pm Earl Shilton Library: every Tuesday 10.30am - 12.00noon Enjoy colouring in in a relaxed and friendly group where all materials are provided. No need to book, free session. Health & Wellbeing Collection - a great collection of books to borrow ranging in topics from diet, mental health, fitness DVDs and parental advice. Have you claimed what is righully yours? Do you struggle to pay your rent or Council Tax because you are on a low income. Maybe you are in receipt of state benefits, disabled, off work due to sicknesses or caring for someone. If you fall into any of these categories, you may be entitled to Housing Benefit or Council Tax Support. There are a lot of people in the Borough who are not claiming the benefits that are rightfully theirs. If you think you should be claiming or know someone who is struggling, we want you to contact us. By phone: 01455 238141 (ask for Housing Benefits) By email: benefi[email protected] By post: Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council, The Leicestershire Partnership, PO Box 10004, Hinckley, Leicestershire LE10 9EJ In person: at the benefits counter in the Hinckley Hub Information is also available on our website: www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk. Please contact us for a claim form or advice, we are happy to help. 53 What’s Going Down 2017 Sure Start Children’s Centres Children's Centre’s within Hinckley and Bosworth offer many things to families including advice and support to parents and carers of children under five years of age. They are there to help you give your child a really good start in life. The Centre’s are also somewhere you can go to make friends and learn new skills in a relaxed place. Parents living in the same area get to meet other parents and to hear from staff about what else is going on nearby that you may be interested in. There are seven Sure Start children’s Centre’s across Hinckley and Bosworth: three in Hinckley, one in Desford, one in Barwell, one in Earl Shilton and one in Bagworth. What’s on offer at children’s centres? In Hinckley and Bosworth we offer information and support to lots of families, particularly when life is stressful or you have a lot to deal with. Our programme offers services that are open to all such as baby weighing clinics and Family Learning opportunities. We work closely with the local Toy Library, local Health teams, and other providers to offer a comprehensive programme of support services for local families. Other professionals like your health visitor will be able to talk to you about what is on offer. Many of the activities are free and open to parents of under-fives. We offer all parents the chance to use these services to help them make contacts with other parents living in the area and to find out about local community activities they could attend. We also offer extra support for those families who need it most. We run a two year Pathway. The Pathway can start at antenatal stage and lead right through the first two years of your child’s life. The Pathway will include sessions on giving birth, baby massage, home safety, early communication, teething, weaning, ages and stages of development and behavior to name but a few.

54 What’s Going Down 2017 Sure Start Children’s Centres Children’s centres also act as ‘one stop shops’ for parents to find out more about a whole host of services that can help them, such as advice about employment, 2 and 3 year FEEE, learning opportunities, benefits, health concerns you may have or advice on parenting or just coping day to day with being a new parent. We also run regular ‘Solihull’ Parenting Courses which will support behavior and understanding your child and offer support with parental mental health by way of one to one home visits or groups support. What if I can’t get to a children’s centre regularly or I don’t live near one? You needn’t miss out. Our programme operates across the Hinckley and Bosworth area. As well as offering services in the centres our workers also take services out into more rural communities, giving parents easier access to information and support. This maybe through one to one work to support a family to access services. Sometimes we can help with transport too to specific groups.

How can I get in touch with my local children’s centre? To find out more – including details of what’s on locally that you may like to try, please feel free to pop into your local centre, ring the Business Support Team at Hinckley East Children’s Centre on 0116 305 5601 or the Family Information Service on 0116 305 6545.

55 What’s Going Down 2017 Anti-Social Behaviour

Anti-Social Behaviour can seriously affect the quality of life for residents living throughout our Borough. Generally, Anti-Social Behaviour is defined as behaviour that causes or is likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress to another individual. Some typical examples of Anti-Social Behaviour include:

LOUD EXCESSIVE LITTERING MUSIC EXCESSIVE NOISE CAR REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE IN SERIOUSLY GARDENS ABUSIVE UNTIDY LANGUAGE GARDENS GRAFFITTI DOG FOULING

Fearless consists of the website, fearless.org, where young people can get information about crimes that affect them. The Fearless website also contains information about the two ways young people can pass on information about crime anonymously: http://www.fearless.org/

Hinckley & Bosworth Anti-Social Behaviour Liaison Team Tel 01455 255746

Police non-emergency Tel 101

56 What’s Going Down 2017 BeatSafe

BeatSafe is the youth section for . It has a Facebook and twitter account as well as a bespoke website away from the Leicestershire Police Force website. Beatsafe provides information to keep young people safe from being a victim of crime and raises awareness of the potential consequences of offending. It also signposts to relevant partner agencies for young people https://en-gb.facebook.com/beatsafe

Twitter - @leicsbeatsafe www.beatsafe.co.uk

57 What’s Going Down 2017 Bullying What is Bullying? Bullying is when someone makes you unhappy by being nasty on purpose, this could be at school, in the street, at clubs and activities or on the internet. If you are being bullied, don’t be afraid to tell someone, this could be your mum or dad, a teacher or youth worker. Don’t keep it secret because the bullying won’t stop until you tell. Remember no one is allowed to bully you.

58 What’s Going Down 2017 Dental Care

59 What’s Going Down 2017 Dental Care

60 What’s Going Down 2017 Fire Safety FACT: You’re twice as likely to die in a fire if you don’t have a fire alarm that works. The ‘Fire Code’ is easy to remember and can save your life. Get Smart > Get Equipped > Get Out

Get Get Equipped Fires kill Smart Is your silently, make sure home safe? your homes are well What are the risks? equipped. It doesn't have to Ask these questions. cost to protect your home against Be prepared fires. FREE safety checks carried consider your out by the Fire Service are escape plan. available to all homes in the borough, smoke alarms can be fitted for FREE. Contact Get us below for more Out What if details. there was a fire? All 999 calls are free. You can make Use your escape plan them from any phone, including and GET OUT. mobile phones. Don't dial 999 if there isn't an emergency. All 999 calls are recorded and you are breaking the law if you make a hoax emergency call. Always IN THE EVENT OF General enquiries: Remember ANY EMERGENCY CALL Tel: 0116 287 2241 999, ASK FOR THE FIRE AND Fax: 0116 2271330 Email: [email protected] RESCUE SERVICE. GIVE FULL www.leicestershire-fire.gov.uk DETAILS OF THE LOCATION AND IF ANY PERSONS ARE INJURED OR KNOWN TO BE TRAPPED.

61 What’s Going Down 2017 Health Issues

Its important to keep healthy when you are young. Here are some things to consider.

Try and get 1 hour of exercise daily. Protecting This can be something that just Exercise mental Top tips include... keeping gets your heart beating. Try a brisk well being active, eating well, value walk or cycling, or even join a local sports team. yourself & others, talk about your feelings, care for others & keep in touch with friends and loved Water Make sure you drink plenty of fluids ones. More information available at & Sun during the summer, even more so www.mentalhealth.org.uk or Awareness if you are exercising. www.lampdirect.org.uk It's the THS code; T-shirt, Hat & Sunglasses! Sun protection is important both at home and abroad. Sexual Health Confidential contraception If you want help to stop smoking advice, free condoms and pregnancy testing are Smoking then you can take the first steps by calling smokefree on 0800 622 6968 available from the following drop-in clinics, no appointment needed:

Hinckley Health Centre Hot weather speeds up the effects Hill Street Alcohol of alcohol so if you do have a drink, Hinckley take care. Alcohol will lead to Tel: 01455 441857 dehydration so make sure that you Mondays 3.15pm – 4.45pm (under alternate alcoholic drinks with water or 25’s) and 5pm - 6.15pm fruit juice. Appointments only (can be made KNOW WHAT YOU'RE DRINKING - on the same day after 4.00pm) NEVER LEAVE A DRINK UNATTENDED St. Peters Health Centre, 2nd Floor, If you have unprotected sex or the Sparkenhoe Street, Leicester LE2 0TA Emergency provides free and confidential advice Contraception condom split you are at risk of becoming pregnant. Emergency and screening for all sexually (morning after transmitted infections including HIV. pill) Hormonal Contraception is available free to under 25s from most Walk in clinics available pharmacies (when the trained Pharmacist For clinic Times visit: is available). Emergency Contraception can http://www.leicestersexualhealth.n be taken up to 5 days or 120 hours after hs.uk/getting-tested-and- unprotected sex. clinics/clinics/by-location/leicester- city-clinics/st-peters-health-centre/

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63 What’s Going Down 2017 Mental Health

Young people can experience a range of mental health problems. Childhood and teenage years are a time when you are usually changing rapidly and developing all the time. You also often have to cope with many different situations and unfamiliar challenges like exams, relationships and the other pressures of growing up. While often it’s possible to talk to parents or carers about feelings, you may find it hard to do so. You might express how you feel through being moody, getting in trouble at school or home or by becoming angry easily. Some people also get odd aches and pains that can happen when you’re not able to say what you’re feeling. If you’re able to carry on your usual life and don’t experience lasting unpleasant feelings the best help is for parents, relatives or friends to be available to listen, to talk things through and to support you where they can. More rarely, you may experience difficulties that are more severe or long lasting, or you may find yourself reacting to setbacks in a more extreme way. You may tell parents or friends that you are distressed or unable to cope, or you may try and hint that you are and hope they speak to you. This can lead to the support you want. Often though, you may find you show distress through acting differently, with more intense moods or behaviour, either at home, at school, or with friends. Occasionally, your feelings or mood may be so extreme or upsetting that you need urgent help. If you’re self-harming, running away, or saying you no longer want to go on living then you may need immediate support. If this sort of feeling continues for some time it is a particular clue that you might need to look to get help to cope with your mental health.

Useful websites: www.healthforteens.co.uk – health advice for teenagers www.healthforkids.co.uk – learning website for children aged 4-11 www.youngminds.org.uk – emotional health advice for teenagers, parents & professionals www.kooth.com – online counselling and support for children and young people aged 11-19

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65 Safeguarding Children

66 What’s Going Down 2017 Safeguarding Children

The teacher who was worried The coach who noticed at practice

The family member who was The concerned neighbour who felt uneasy You If you suspect child abuse, visit gov.uk/reportchildabuse to get the number for your local authority

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68 What’s Going Down 2017 Smoking

From 1 October 2015 new legislation came into force that makes it illegal for anyone to smoke in a vehicle that has passengers under the age of 18 years

Do the right thing for the children in your life- make your home and car smoke-free now!

69 What’s Going Down 2017 Smoking Stop Smoking Support Group at the Hinckley Leisure Centre Have you been wanting to quit smoking for some time but don’t know which way to turn for help? Or have you quit and want support or help people in a similar postion? Now you can with our new stop smoking support group. For more information contact: Chirag Ruda – Health Improvement Officer Tel 01455 255913 Email: [email protected] or Hinckley Leisure Centre Tel: 01455 610011

INCKLEY HLEISURE CENTRE

QuitReady Leicestershire runs a 12 week programme to ensure people have the best possible chance of staying smoke-free. It runs from Mondays to Fridays (9am to 7pm) and on Saturdays (10am - 2pm). The service offers free and confidential telephone, text message, web chat or email advice and, for more details, visit www.quitready.co.uk, call 0345 646 66 66 or text “Ready” to 66777. Contact information: Zaheera Chatra [email protected] 0116 305 3590

70 What’s Going Down 2017 Substance Misuse 'Substance Misuse' is the use of illegal drugs and the inappropriate use of prescribed drugs, alcohol and substances such as solvents/gas. Just a reminder that CANNABIS is illegal to smoke, meaning that it is an offence if caught in possession of or smoking it.

Classification Types Possession Supply CLASS A Cocaine, Heroin, Ecstacy, Crack, 7 years LIFE LSD, Magic mushrooms and amphetamines (if prepared for injection). CLASS B Amphetamines, Cannabis, 5 years 14 Methylphenidate (Ritalin), years Synthetic Cannabinoids CLASS C Tranquilisers, some painkillers, 2 years 14 years Gamma hydroxybutyrate (GHB), Ketamine, Anabolic steroids LICENSED You Solvents - - may buy these Cigarettes drugs/ Alcohol substances if you are old enough

Further information about drugs can be obtained through: • Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council Alcohol and Drug Advice and Support tel: 01455 255746 • Turning Point Alcohol and Drug Support Service tel: 0330 303 6000 • TALK TO FRANK, tel: 0300 123 6600 www.talktofrank.com • Drinkline Helpline, tel: 0300 123 1110

71 What’s Going Down 2017 Tattoo or Piercing If you decide to have a tattoo or piercing make sure you have the procedure carried out in a safe and hygienic manner at a registered business or studio where checks are carried out to make sure that correct standards are provided for both health protection and safety. All businesses or studios that carry out tattooing, ear piercing or body piercing within Hinckley & Bosworth have to be registered. Equipment used for tattoos and piercing must be sterile and the procedure used must provide and maintain a high level of hygiene. If you visit a business or studio that is not registered there could be health problems which include Aids, HIV, Hepatitis B and C, bacterial infections resulting in pus and formation of scar tissue, which may be permanently disfiguring.. Please note that it is a criminal offence to tattoo any person under the age of 18. Aftercare information should be provided following the tattoo or piercing.

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72 What’s Going Down 2017 Tattoo or Piercing There are dangers associated with illegal tattooing and piercing.

If you want a tattoo or piercing please go to a registered studio, tattooist or piercer.

If you go to have a tattoo or piercing at a business that is not registered there could be no infection control or safe practices. Needles and equipment may be reused as there maybe no understanding as to why equipment or needles should be properly disinfected or sterile.

Tattoo machines used by people in their homes can have problems with imported inks being contaminated with heavy metals and bacteria.

Don’t attempt to tattoo or pierce yourself! Correct training and supervision is needed for any person to tattoo or pierce.

Remember to discuss any pre existing medical conditions with your GP or GP Practice Nurse and to inform the Tattooist or Piercer before you have the procedure carried out. A young man, aged 17, developed septicaemia and died after having his lip pierced.

To check a business or studio is registered for tattoos, ear piercing or body piercing contact: Environmental Health: Commercial on 01455 255944 or email [email protected]

73 What’s Going Down 2017 Water Safety The sunny weather allows us to explore the countryside and open spaces, we want you to take care when out and about near inland water. FACT In the UK more than 400 people die in accidental drownings each year. In Leicestershire, the emergency services attend about 15 water related incidents each year. ALWAYS WEAR A BUOYANCY AID OR LIFEJACKET WHEN ON OR NEAR THE WATER. hink! ink T Th ! Go Check out the area Notices warn of dangers particular equipped when you arrive. Check for to the area that you are visiting, for the Check out where there maybe a safety information conditions notices the points of help notice. Kn ow what the signs mean are, look for safety and be sure to follow their advice. information and advice. Never swim in water which is not a designated swimming area. Ponds and lakes may contain hidden dangers that Think! can often trap or injure a swimmer, flowing water such as a river often Keep It seems pretty contains strong currents which can carry obvious but keep even expert swimmers far from shore. together in groups or with ink an older person. Th ! Explore the area, point out the dangers Learn Always get help, shout for help and and know your bearings. how send someone to ring 999. Do not Make sure others at home to help jump into water to rescue someone, know of your leave the rescue to the emergency whereabouts and what Services. Have you thought about getting you are planning to do. some basic first aid training? Interested? Speak to your Youth Worker at school. For more information: www.nationalwatersafety.org.uk Think! The water is there to enjoy too and doesn't have to be a danger! People Sport & can enjoy a variety of leisure experiences as diverse as narrow boats on Leisure canals, sailing on lakes, scuba diving, windsurfing, canoeing and rafting. Activities It is impossible to give prescriptive safety advice for each activity, but there are some basic safety points common to all activities: • Get some training in the activity that you are planning to do. • Once trained, know your limitations, build up experience. • Join a recognised club to gain further experience and enjoyment with others.

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