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Distributed 3 June offers visitors a unique fun open farm has also got some there is an animal that you training course to learn how Those who take part will 70th anniversary of the in the film ‘The Dam Busters’ easy so if you are looking for www.utracks.com/index.php? the company of a certified section=trips&id=449574 21st Annual filled day out for all the family. excellent special events planed, really fall in love with you can to pass their valuable catering be able to test their own Dambusters Raid, the Royal and attend a mini-lecture on the some quirky family holiday section=trips&id=275774 volcano guide, find out more Children’s Birthday Feature With activities like Sheep including; always join the farm’s adopt expertise on to others. training demonstrations out Air Force Museum London subject of the development of ideas, activity holiday specialist about the long volcanic activity Discover underground Publishers & Editors: Shearing and Wool Week Sheep Shearing and Wool an animal scheme. This means The Children’s Food Trust on fellow cooks and will Fergus & Penny McCarthy and ‘Have a Go’ Falconry Week - 27 – 31 May Visitors that you can come and visit has today unveiled the various bombing from the First World UTracks has a number of Explore the egg-decorated Dali in Sicily and the Aeolian tunnels Cappadocia Family is running its ‘School Cooks leave with a workbook packed activities that it has organised War up to the Dams Raid suggestions across Europe… Museum Catalonia By Bike Archipelago (over a period Adventure Distribution 60,000 South Day planned for May there’s will get the opportunity to your animal and will receive a Train the Trainer course’ to full of resources, a training West London & Surrey; 78,000 sure to be plenty of fun for witness the tricky business of certificate and regular updates to commemorate this historic before taking part in a debate For Families of 260,000 years!), with Walk through Cappadocia’s Kent; 54,000 London South give experienced cooks and plan of action for their own campaign and the men of 617 about the effectiveness of the Play golf with wooden clogs There’s more to Catalonia than opportunities in between to unique landscape dotted with everyone! The working farm sheep shearing from a close about your chosen furry friend. area managers the skills to professional developments and East-Surrey & West Kent. has plenty of activities to fill a vantage point. With such a 10% off animal adoptions on Squadron. Raid, itself. Holland Family Bike and Barcelona: the region has long relax on the black beaches or unusual rock formations, Distributed through schools, share their knowledge with a training plan for their own From 13th to 17th of May There will be 1940s music Barge been known for its colourful bathe in therapeutic hot mud. sweeping valleys and twisting nurseries, libraries, leisure whole day, including visiting large range of livestock living this day. cooks from across the local kitchen teams. the heavy horses, playing at the farm (including rare ‘Have a go’ Falconry Day the Museum will have on and guests are encouraged to Holland’s flat cycle ways past, stunning coastline and Volcanoes of Sicily (8 days, tracks. Explore ancient art in centres, restaurants, advertisers, authority as well as their own Carole Webster, one of the display a selection of artefacts dress from the period to make and pretty canals offer some rolling countryside. Past fields self-guided): departs daily until rock hewn monasteries and play schemes and events. mini golf and exploring the breeds such as the Wensleydale - 31st May - This is always new starters, on Wednesday very first cooks to complete from the Dambusters Raid the event a totally immersive of the most enchanting and of sunflowers and forests October, except August; from walk the gorge of the Ilhara Subscription by post £15 year. Hawlands Birds of Prey and Soay) many different a popular event and provides 26th June at Tower Hamlets the course, found that after Centre. Younger members of fleeces will be on display. members of the public with the not normally on view to the experience. Those who are safe cycling opportunities in of pines, this remarkable £790 per person. Valley with its honeycombed council offices, Toby Lane. taking part both the quality public. These include photo- unable to come in 1940s Europe. Aboard your hotel landscape is ideally suited to www.utracks.com/index.php? rock walls housing Byzantine For Advertising: the family are well catered for Visitors will be able to learn rare opportunity to experience Knowing that many cooks of food and the quality of fergus with safe specially designated about the uses of various bird handling first hand and reconnaissance of the Dams dress will be able to try on an barge and in the company of relaxing cycling for all the section=trips&id=162041 tombs and churches. A stop often get called upon to train service improved in her school. before and after the Raid, a authentic 1940s RAF uniform other families, cycle through family. Make sure you make a at Derinkuyu, originally built @parents-news.co.uk outdoor playgrounds and an fleeces. For example, the even take part in a flying other staff because of their She said: “I’m now able to 020 8337 6337 indoor softplay area. With Shetland sheep’s fleece is the demonstration. Hawklands facsimile of Guy Gibson’s from the Museum’s Handling the Dutch riverlands, visit the stop at Dalí Theatre-Museum, Go rafting Croatia Family in 8th century BC, is a must years of experience, the charity communicate and present logbook and the original draft Collection and have their famous cheese town of Gouda, the largest surrealistic object in Adventure – this vast underground city more challenging activities, softest and finest of all. In the Birds Of Prey Centre devised the programme to myself to colleagues on a much Parents News UK like the Big Pig Pen adventure Shetland Isles the brides have gives visitors the chance to of his book ‘Enemy Coast photograph taken as a memento view the 19 windmills of the world: white eggs line the Explore Dalmatia’s stunning was large enough to shelter help those who may not have bigger scale. It’s really lifted Ahead’, plus letters from of the evening. Admission to Kinderdijk and enjoy a game roof, while golden pieces of islands and coastline onboard a approximately 20,000 people! ISSN 1362-5551 playground and climbing area a ring shawl made which is witness an extensive range the confidence to take on a everybody’s confidence and 10 The Manor Drive, for the older children, there so fine it can pass through a of birds, including vultures, various crewmembers to family this event is free of charge. of Dutch golf, where your bread are represented across its charming boat, with overnights Cappadocia Family Adventure teaching role in the kitchen. made us all want to learn more members on the home-front The London commemorations golf club is a clog, Holland’s red walls! in scenic ports and quiet bays. (6 days, guided): departs on Worcester Park, Surrey. is something for everyone. wedding ring. In comparison owls and falcons with flying and keep on improving so we KT4 7LG. The open farm offers plenty the Badger Faced sheep’s demonstrations held twice and part of the Möhne Dam will finish on 19th of May traditional wooden shoe! Catalonia By Bike For There is always the option to 15 April, 22 June, 30 July, 23 Children’s Food Trust Trainer, can offer the best possible (8 days, self-guided): Tel: 020 8337 6337 of ‘hands on’ activities and fleece is perfect for making daily, on most days (excluding itself. These items will be with the fourth annual Holland Family Bike and Families remain on board, relax and September, 30 September; from Simon Thake, says: “Long- service to pupils.” (8 days, guided): nine [email protected] every day is different. Visitors Harris Tweed. There will be Monday). located in display cases by the Hendon Model Show which is Barge departs daily until October; take a swim – but you can £690 per adult/£480 per child serving school chefs can be For prices, more information Museum’s Lancaster Bomber. dedicated, this year, to the men departures in summer 2013, from £595 per adult/£400 per also discover by bike, on foot when sharing a room with two www.parents-news.co.uk may find themselves taking spinning demonstrations held As you can see, there is really real fountain of knowledge and to register your interest, Parents News believes that On 17th of May, the of 617 Squadron. starting on 29 June; from £540 child when sharing a room with or even by raft, travelling adults. part in a birds of prey flying on most days and examples of plenty of fun for everyone! So – from how to run an efficient contact Simon on society’s best asset is its young demonstration, talking to knitting, weaving and machine why not come and join in! Museum’s London site will www.rafmuseum.org.uk per adult/£340 per child when two adults, including rental down the crystal clear waters www.utracks.com/index.php? people! We shall accept no kitchen to what meals to serve simon.thake@ one of the animal keepers embroidery to see. Further details of all the events be open late to the public for bicycles. of the Cetina River, passing section=trips&id=449575 advertising in the opinion of the to get kids excited about school childrensfoodtrust.org.uk ‘Dambusters Night’ as part Swimming Lessons www.utracks.com/index.php? spectacular waterfalls and deep Publisher, is considered demeaning or painting a souvenir to Creepie Crawly Day - 29 can be found on website dinners. It’s important to to children. We intend to encourage of this year’s international Quality classes in small group section=trips&id=275768 canyons along the way. As long For more information and to take home. Attractions also May - The animals and birds www.farming-world.co.uk. harness this and make the most environmental, health, and non- 01227 751144 Advertise in Museum’s at Night Festival. ** COME AND TRY A CLASS FREE ** as you can swim, no previous order the new 2013 brochure violent issues, but not to preach or include, visiting the rare will be joined by a variety of of their talents. breeds, painting animal masks spiders, lizards and snakes for Farming World is open seven Members of the public, aged Lessons for: See an active volcano up close rafting experience is needed! www.UTracks.com claim to always be right. Different “The best thing is seeing a Parents Adults and Children from 2 yrs opinions published are the opinions 18 and above, will be able and personal Volcanoes of Croatia Family Adventure (8 or call in the craft and activity room, Creepie Crawlie Day. Again days a week, 9.30am to 5.30pm cook who starts the course Non-swimmers -Improvers of the authors and not necessarily taking a tractor and trailer the emphasis will be on visitor until 3rd November and is NewS to watch a short film on the Sicily 8 days days, guided): more than 10 0845 241 7599. those of Parents News. We feeling quite nervous and by preparations and testing of Advanced & SUPER Advanced A chance to get close to the departures in summer 2013, Quoted prices are inclusive of hope mums and dads enjoy the ride (weather permitting) and participation with opportunities just off Junction 7 of the M2. Classes held at: the end of it, is stood up at the call Fergus the bouncing bomb as well as impressive volcanoes of starting on 6 July; from £940 most of your needs. Flights articles, be interested by Calendar walking the farm trail. 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Children can have accompanied children only. 02392 857520- 5 BHS Qualified Instructors 5All weather sandschool recruited to help mark the www.heaven-nutfield.com family theme parks is looking committed thrill-seeker.” 300 words stating why they fun and play rating the Parks another chance to enjoy the a go at washing like their Once you have paid to go in Pirates Ahoy a series of family 5 All ages & abilites 5Lessons & Hacks 25th anniversary of The Smiley Faces music group for to recruit one lucky child to Interested children, aged deserve the position. rides and attractions.” popular Rural Life Centre great grannies did, watch all the things to do are FREE. fun, pirate themed activities 5 Pony Days 5Holiday Fun Canterbury Tales, the award- babies & toddlers for up to become its official ride tester. between eight and 14, are Andy Chapman, Paultons “Activity Thursdays”. Spend woodturning or visit the Good to go even if it rains as & new for 2013 the i-View winning visitor attraction in 2yrs & 2-4yrs, there is also a Pautlons Park, which has being encouraged to visit the Park groups and education Deadline for applications is a day discovering the many Charcoal Burner’s camp and most activities are undercover. Woodland Walk experience giving visitors a one of Britain’s most popular playroom for under 5’s, a café more than 60 rides and Paultons Park website officer, said: “This is a dream Friday June 7. fascinating attractions such as a get messy with clay. There For directions whole new way to explore the cathedral cities. & a crèche. attractions, has announced it furnished Prefab, tiny wooden will be a Wheelwright’s Bring a picnic, or buy some 020 8398 0822 breathtaking views. and info, call The larger-than-life performers 20-24 May-Walk to School is seeking applicants for a new Chapel and authentic “Tin Hut” demonstration or a Blacksmith lunch in the excellent café, and 26 May-Imperial War are on hand to greet, amuse Week ----Living Streets is in-house ride tester to join its schoolroom. on hand. You can follow the stay all day. Museum-Duxford-- and entertain visitors and urging parents to leave the car team for a day’s internship. There is a 1950’s playground Romany trail, which will Further information on 01223 835000- have already earned rave at home & try walking with The lucky recruit will spend an too, where the children can let keep the whole family busy as 01252 795571 Spring Air Show reviews. The Canterbury Tales their children during May’s exclusive morning testing the off steam. they go round this attractive, or Remembering the Mighty brings to life five of Geoffrey Walk to School Week, rides before it officially opens peaceful 10 acre site. www.rural-life.co.uk Eighth. Chaucer’s best-loved stories www.livingstreets.org.uk. to the public, gain behind the with tales of love, romance and YHA re-launches affordable residential camps scenes access to the Park and trickery. for six week school break then join their family for an Marketing manager Sarah afternoon’s guided tour with Hirsch said: “We are delighted YHA (England and Wales) friends and siblings on all its the opportunity to enjoy the that our costumed characters has re-launched its popular summer camps. For youngsters rides again. have been so well received summer activity holidays for in receipt of free school meals Top for thrills is the Park’s by the public. They are full 11 – 17 year olds and made there is also bursary funding breath-taking ride, EDGE. of enthusiasm and get a real them more affordable. The of 40% available. YHA’s Riders swoop and spin through thrill out of giving our visitors news will be welcomed by introduction of payment the air reaching a height of a memorable experience. It’s parents and carers who are options, discounts and the 15 metres on a giant disc added a fun new dimension faced with childcare issues bursary has put its summer that travels along a 90-metre to the visit and the feedback during the six week summer camps in reach of many track. EDGE was the first we’ve received is excellent.” break. families ride of its type in the UK and The Canterbury Tales Costing from £335, the Youth perfectly complements the provides a great introduction to Hostelling charity is now More than 60,000 young Park’s other rides including the historic cathedral city and offering a monthly payment people have taken part in The Cobra and, last year’s its famous literary connection option and 20% discount for YHA’s camps to date and there exhilarating new attraction, as well as being a hugely are 1,000 places available for Magma. The largest of entertaining and enjoyable Advertise in youngsters this year. Prices Paultons three rollercoasters, day out for the whole family. Parents include all accommodation, The Cobra features an exciting Having welcomed more activities, tuition, meals and combination of twists, drops than two million visitors NewS evening entertainment. and turns that have made it a from all over the world, The call Fergus great family favourite whilst Canterbury Tales remains For further information, or to Magma launches riders 25 one of Kent’s ‘must see’ 020 8337 6337 make a booking visit metres up in to the sky only to attractions. fergus@parents-news. www.yhasummercamps. drop them back down in to the co.uk www.canterburytales.org.uk co.uk heart of a smoking volcano. Car Seats They’re No Child’s Play
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! www.stagecoach.co.uk Registered Charity number 1119669 Out & About May 2013 May 2013 Education Could you Save a Baby’s Life? Enlivening the primary curriculum through song Bromley High Nominate Your Compassionate Kid for an Award! The Royal Life Saving Society Workshop at the Snowdrop that parents and others who – Sing Up launches new educational rigour behind specialising in children’s celebrates fabulous
launches new campaign Children’s Centre in Aylesham, care for babies feel confident Are your children or any kids protection issues – they’ll also nominations, and you can enter membership package featuring music education to help voices; Richard Frostick, : (*'9: Shocking statistics reveal that Kent. and calm to deal with an exam results you know compassionate receive a certificate for their as many kids as you like best practice videos and digital teachers to teach in a really founder and director of the across the UK, four out of five Kerry said: “I would like to emergency situation safely and and 130 years of towards animals? Do they go efforts! on-demand training effective and engaging way”, Islington Music Centre and people wouldn’t know what think I will never need to use if one baby’s life is saved as excellence! out of their way to help insects So what are you waiting for? www.peta.org.uk/features/ Twenty engaging best practice says Shelly Ambury, Sing an Ofsted inspector; and to do if their baby stopped these skills, but should I ever a result of the Save a Baby’s in distress? Or maybe they There’s no deadline for your compassionate-kid-award/ videos designed to help Up’s head of learning. “We Doug Bott who specialises in breathing. be unfortunate enough to have life workshop, it has been a Louise Simpson, Head, tell all their friends primary teachers enliven the are really ramping things up a leading music for children with to, I feel confident that I could success.” Bromley High School about how great it is curriculum through song and gear. Singing is great fun, but learning disabilities . The Royal Life Saving Society keep my son stable until the announced: to be vegan. Here’s on-demand training services, it’s also a lot more than that Featured alongside these (RLSS UK), the UK’s national paramedics arrived, if not Di Standley, Chief Executive “We are very proud, of what your chance to give form just two of the ‘must and can really help pupils learn music specialists are some drowning prevention and water revive him fully myself. at the RLSS UK, added: “We our girls achieve in their them the recognition have’ features of Sing Up’s and is particularly effective inspirational classroom safety charity, is launching “The workshop’s brilliant hope that the Save a Baby’s academic subjects and the they deserve improved membership package, for language development and teachers, sharing their best Save A Baby’s Life - a new take-home booklet from the Life campaign will raise national league tables which by nominating launched today. These latest numeracy skills.” practice and experiences of campaign to reduce this figure workshop reminds me regularly awareness for the need of basic have been recently republished them for PETA’s additions to Sing Up’s resource In terms of child development, what can be achieved using and give parents and others of the steps I should take if first aid training for parents yet again show us as the Compassionate Kid material will also give primary the benefits of music education Sing Up. who care for children the faced with an emergency. It is across the UK, to prevent leading Independent School in Award! It’s not a school teachers throughout the - and singing specifically - are confidence to put emergency one of the best things I have accidents becoming fatalities.” Bromley. By AS and A level competition, and UK greater control over their well documented. As well as lifesaving skills into practice if, done for the sake of my baby points per pupil we are also every nominee who personal career development. supporting increased brain A similarly impressive cast in the unlikely event, a baby’s and I am thrilled that I had the The campaign is part of the the best Independent School in shows compassion Sing Up, providers of complete activity, singing also helps of musical training experts life is threatened. chance to attend.” charity’s Community Outreach the area, with 948.9 points per to animals is a singing solutions to enhance improve children’s skills in less feature in Sing Up webinars, Mike Dunn, RLSS UK’s Programme, which also offers pupil (some 12 points ahead winner. # # learning in the classroom, obvious ways including team the interactive training $!"&9 &90 29#$!&9 # !9)/ )'(* Local leisure centres and Lifesaving Programmes a Community Life Support of the next school). 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