do-it spring 2013 Activities for children and families in Aylesbury Vale Includin C g community free & D lo w cost ac V tivities A The number above is for a translation of this booklet only - not to book This leaflet is available in large print - call 01296 585301 AVDC Safeguarding & protecting children and young people Children & young people greatly benefit from taking part in leisure activities, which give them the opportunity to be healthy and active, to have fun, to learn new skills and to make new friends. We view the safeguarding and protection of children and young people of the upmost importance and ensure that all steps are taken to keep children and young people safe. As such we welcome any questions you may have about our activities and issues around safety. • AVDC has a Child Protection policy • All coaches and leaders have up-to-date qualifications • All staff and volunteers have attended recognised training courses in child protection and health and safety • All staff and volunteers will have been assessed with regard to their suitability to work with children and young people. This includes a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check, reference check and interview. If you have any questions regarding safeguarding children and young people please tel: 01296 585301 or visit www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk/leisure-culture welcome Welcome to the Spring edition of Do-it. This booklet is for children and families and provides activities, things to do and ideas to develop skills throughout the school holidays and the Spring months. Included in this edition are details of artistic and sporting opportunities, local events and an array of play activities brought to you by Aylesbury Vale District Council, partner organisations and external advertisers. Book online from 13 March AVDC holiday activities can be booked online via the AVDC website at www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk/doit . Payment will be taken via your credit of debit card only. Parents / guardians will need to register prior to making a booking and provide full details about their participating children. If you don’t have access to a computer, bookings can also be taken via telephone by calling 01296 585301 from 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday. You can also discuss whether the course is suitable for you child by ringing the same telephone number. Don’t forget there are discounts on many activities and play scheme places for Passport to Leisure holders. Passport to Leisure holders who are 16 years and under qualify for free swimming during public sessions at Aqua Vale Swimming and Fitness Centre, Aylesbury and the Swan Pool and Leisure Centre, Buckingham. To find out more or to see if you qualify visit www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk/passport or call 01296 585301. contents Play activities pages 4 - 6 AVDC activities pages 7 - 11 Places to visit and things to do pages 12 - 20 did you know? This brochure includes paid advertising. If you are interested in advertising in future editions of the Do-it email [email protected] This brochure has been printed using vegetable based inks on material sourced from carefully managed Published by Aylesbury Vale District Council sustainable forests with FSC accreditation. PLEASE RE-CYCLE THIS BROCHURE Every effort has been made to ensure that the information listed is correct. However we advise that you check the details when booking or before attending the activity. The publisher cannot accept any responsibility for inaccuracies, omissions or errors. No responsibility can be accepted for inaccuracies, omissions or errors made by contributors. AVDC is a Data Controller under the Data Protection Act. We hold information for purposes specified in our notification to the Information Commissioner and may use this information for any of them. We may get information about you from others, or we may give information to them. If we do, it will only be as the law permits, to check accuracy of information, prevent fraud or detect crime or to protect public funds. p3 Don’t miss out, book now! A stimulating play environment Fun for children, peace of mind for parents, whenever you choose. FEBRUARY HALF TERM PLAY SCHEME 18 to 22 February Jonathan Page Play Centre will take you on a week of exploration. Send rockets sky high with cola experiments, see drawings and pictures transform and shrink in the oven with Shrink Its and delve into outer space and design your own weird and whacky planets. Come to the Centre dressed an alien for an out of this world prize. Make the most of the variety of outdoor facilities including the Little City – Cincinnati play frame. EASTER HOLIDAY PLAY SCHEME 2 to 12 April Participate in our ‘people who help us’ week by dressing up in themed outfits. Help find the secret clues to the mystery puzzle in our giant Jonathan Page Play Centre cluedo. Who knows we may even have a surprise visit or two. Don’t forget you can whizz around the go kart track and explore the Galaxy Activity Centre. passport 8.00am to 6.30pm - £28.00 / to leisure £25.00 per child daily passport 8.30am to 3.30pm - £17.50 / to leisure £15.75 per child daily passport 8.00am to 12.30pm - £12.00 / to leisure £10.00 per child daily passport 12.30pm to 5.00pm - £12.00 / to leisure £10.00 per child daily To make a booking . • Drop into the Jonathan Page Play Centre between 2pm and 6pm weekdays. • Call 01296 426139 between 2pm and 6pm weekdays. • Post or email the registration form which can be found at www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk/play All bookings must be accompanied by payment by cash or credit card. Bookings can be made throughout the year Jonathon Page Play Centre, 147 Meadowcroft, Aylesbury HP19 9HH p4 LLeettss PPllaayy TTooggeetthheerr Supported February and Easter Activities For children aged 5 - 12 years. by AVDC Lets Play Together aims to promote inclusive play and support for all children, including those from mainstream schools, and those with special needs, or disabilities, and to provide a safe, exciting environment for children of all abilities to have fun, learn new skills and make friends. Magic Mayhem Playscheme BPA Indoor Multisports Course Monday 18 to Friday 22 February (10am - 3pm) Thursday 21 to Friday 22 February (10am - 3pm) Tuesday 9 April (10am - 3pm) £14 per day (£10 with passport to leisure holders) or £60 for 5 days (£50 with passport to leisure holders) £14 per day (£10 with Passport to Leisure) or Playscheme to include Colonel Custard’s interactive magic show. £24 for 2 days (£20 with Passport to Leisure) TV Characters Playscheme Sports may include football, tennis, rounders, kwik cricket, hand ball, mini Olympics, and unihockey and will be Tuesday 2 to Friday 5 April (10am - 3pm) taught by our qualified and experienced sports coaches. £14 per day (£10 with Passport to Leisure) or Running at: Fairford Leys Community Centre, £48 for 4 days (£40 with Passport to Leisure) Hampden Square, Fairford Leys, Playscheme to include a visit from the Fire Brigade Aylesbury HP19 7HT on ‘Fireman Sam Day’. Friday 5 April (10am - 3pm) Spring Watch Playscheme £14 for 1 day Tuesday 9 to Friday 12 April (10am - 3pm) (£10 with Passport to Leisure) £14 per day (£10 with Passport to Leisure) or Running at: £48 for 4 days (£40 with Passport to Leisure) Buckingham Park Community Centre, Playscheme to include a visit from Basil and Crew’s Mobile Farm. Jubilee Square, Running at: Stocklake Park School, Aylesbury HP19 9DZ Stocklake, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP20 1DP There are limited spaces so please book early to avoid disappointment. For more information visit our website www.bucksplay.co.uk or contact B.P.A. on 01296 745827/ 07989 317391 or email [email protected] p5 Play Around FREE the Parishes Aylesbury Vale District Council are once again working with parishes to host a series of play and sports holiday activities for children in rural locations across the Vale on recreation grounds and in village halls. Each team of staff will have a variety of play equipment for children aged 4+ including soft play, giant games, Play-dough, large construction sets, assorted sports equipment and a bouncy castle. They will also provide daily craft activities, face painting and much more. Under 5s will be offered a suitable craft activity and toys supported by Sure Start and Barnados Children’s Centres. Date AM 10am - 12pm PM 2pm - 4pm Tues 2 April Cuddington Playing Fields (clubhouse if wet) HP18 0AJ Wed 3 April Buckingham Children’s Centre MK18 1AP Friday 5 April Aston Abbotts Bierton HP22 5AU Steeple Claydon Children’s Centre MK18 2PA Mon 8 April Whaddon Recreation Ground MK17 0LW Buckingham Children’s Centre MK18 1AP Tues 9 April Ludgershall HP18 9NL Ashendon HP18 0HE Aston Clinton, Aston Park HP22 5HL Waddesdon HP18 0LA Wed 10 April Pitstone LU7 9EY Thurs 11 April Buckingham Family Fun Day, Chandos Park MK18 1AJ 10am - 3pm Fri 12 April Slapton LU7 9DS Steeple Claydon Children’s Centre MK18 2PA Up-to-date details about the Easter sessions including specific locations and postcodes for each village can be found at www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk/play Would you like Play Around the Parishes to come to your village this summer? If you enjoy the free play and sports sessions that take place over the Easter and Summer holidays then why not suggest you village host one. You can do this by going directly to your parish council or by calling AVDC on 01296 585188. p6 AVDC Holiday Bookable activities Angling 8 to 16 years Beginner sessions for those who want to get started in fishing.