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TENNIS CAMPS every half term and holiday incl Christmas Eve and NY Eve. From MINI TENNIS for 4+yrs to PERFORMANCE COACHING.No booking necessary - Drop-in sessions Mon-Fri, 9.30am - 12.30pm, £10. Call Tim on 07956 38 35 35 or 01293 776430 Link!eld Lane Redhill, RH1 1JW www.redhilltennisclub.co.uk

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Hi,Wales is a brilliant place to go for the sea, the hills and a bit of quiet! Our stay at Clydey Cottages, perfect for families, is described on pages 8-9.May and June are full of events and days out for the family; see pages 20-21, plus walks and outdoor fun on pages 18-19. The Bank Holiday Queen’s Diamond Jubilee events are on page 4 – with parties in the parks and 1950s retro excitement. Don’t miss them!We’ve brought you more birthday party venues than ever in our pull-out guide on pages 11-14.For parents going through secondary school applications, we’ve advice for the 16% who didn’t get the school of their choice - see page 15. And check our online reader survey - see page 9 - with a fabulous prize draw for all families who tell us what they think about Families magazine. Simple!Eleanor Lines, Editor, Families Surrey East

3 News4 Jubilee Events5 News7 Babies And Toddlers8 Holidays (Clydey In Pembrokeshire)10 Club News11 Summer Parties Feature – Venue Guide15 Education16 Education – Open Days Out And About:18 Theatres18 Walks, Nature & Local Conservation 20 Events Calendar - Fetes, Fairs, Half Term & Father’s Day21 Town and Community22 Holiday Camps and Courses

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Web mag: Familiessurreyeast.co.ukFamilies Surrey East is part of the national network of Families magazines. See familiesonline.co.uk for more features and competitions.NEXT ISSUE – – JULY-AUGUST 2012, published 28 June 2012. Send us your news and upcoming events by 31 May for FREE INCLUSION.PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS and reach families throughout East Surrey with DISPLAY ADS or ask about our CLASSIFIED LISTINGS – perfect for small businesses and web sales.AD BOOKING AND COPY DEADLINE FOR JULY-AUGUST – 31 May. Please send your ad artwork by 1 June. For advertising and editorial enquiries, please call the Editor on 020 8948 6895 or email: [email protected] image courtesy of Aqua Sports, providers of watersport taster sessions, courses and parties. RYA and BCU accredited. Mercers Country Park, Nut!eld Marsh Road, Merstham, Nr Redhill RH1 4EU. Tel: 01737 644 288 www.aquasports.co.uk22,500 copies of FAMILIES SURREY EAST are distributed free of charge to schools, nurseries, playgroups, clubs & classes, NCT groups, baby clinics, good children’s shops, libraries, theatres & sports centres. Distributed to venues in Leatherhead and Dorking, Reigate and Redhill, Godstone, Oxted and Ling!eld, Warlingham and Caterham and down to the Surrey/Sussex border in the south. To obtain copies for your venue call 0208 948 6895 or email [email protected] Families Surrey East, Spire Court, Onslow Road, Richmond, Surrey TW10 6QG Telephone: 0208 948 6895 familiessurreyeast.co.uk Email: [email protected]: Andrews Design & Marketing, The Studio, 29A Bell St, Reigate, Surrey RH2 7AD Tel: 01737 224340 [email protected]: Bishops Printers, Farlington, Portsmouth PO6 1TR Tel: 02392 334900 Families® Surrey East is part of the Families® group, established in 1990 and headed by Families® SW London. All franchised magazines in the group are independently owned and operated under licence. We take every care preparing this magazine but the publishers and distributors cannot be held responsible for the claims of advertisers nor for the accuracy of the contents nor any consequence.

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Party SparkleLittle Miss Sparkle Nails, based in Reigate, has just launched - bringing fun, glamour and sparkle to your little girl’s birthday party!

Inspired by her 5 year old daughter’s fascination, Katy Carroll now o!ers young girls the chance to experience a pampering service based on her nail business for women.

Katy can visit your party, paint and decorate the girls nails with colour, stickers or sparkles. There is an option of a party gift for all children.

For more information on prices and packages call Katy on 07540 7736 31 www.frangipani-nails.com

Your movieEye V Movies is a new father-and-daughter business, recently launched by Horley mum of two, Louisa Thompson. The family-run business, with 20 years experience in videography, specialises in "lming parties, weddings and other events. Eye V Movies prides itself in understanding people’s needs and o!ering a friendly service.

Eye v Movies makes family "lms a!ordable. It o!ers a service in Horley and the surrounding areas. For more information call 07955 71 85 12 or email: [email protected] www.eyevmovies.co.uk

Colourful printsFingerprint Art is a new business set up by Jacque Bunton, a mum of two and graphic designer. Jacque produces unique pieces of artwork created from your "ngerprints.

Each piece is individually designed and you can personalise the style and

the colour and choose the presentation - in wall-mounted perspex, canvas or stand alone glass blocks. The prints can be ideal gifts for all occasions.

You can see Fingerprint Art at craft and summer fairs. For more information on the products and where you can see them call 07790 44 78 20 or go to www.!ngerprintart.me.uk

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More Cakey BakesLaura Rana built on her expertise as a visual merchandiser when she started up Cakey Bakes in Farnham 18 months ago. Being a new mum and with a 1st birthday party on the horizon, she was inspired to create something more special than a shop-bought celebration cake.

Such was her success that she next took her cakes to craft markets and local tea-rooms, supplying sponges and cupcakes.

Now Laura provides a bespoke service for all celebration cakes, from cupcakes and cake pops to wedding cakes – throughout the whole of Surrey. Call Laura on 07940 42 52 61. www.cakeybakes.co.uk

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Classes for 4–8s and 8–12s. Visit perform.org.uk to find your nearestvenue.

Olympic dates2012 will provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for local people to witness the Olympic Torch Relay and to see hundreds of the world’s best cyclists compete on Surrey roads.

Dates for your diary: 10, 17 and 20 July - The Olympic Torch Relay comes to Surrey. 28 and 29 July - Olympic Road Cycling Road Races. 1 August - Olympic Road Cycling Time Trial.

In the run up to the Olympics, schools are taking part in theP&G Surrey School Games - a programme to inspire participation in sports and arts across the county. The P&G Surrey School Games 2012 launched on 20 January and runs for ‘150 days of Sport and Art’, until late June. www.gosurrey.info

Help for local volunteersSurrey has earmarked a pot of £2.3 million for community projects, as part of the Love Where You Live campaign.

There are other funding opportunities, too, such as the council’s £750,000 Community Improvement Fund. The council’s new agenda is to get everyone working together as one team for the bene"t of Surrey.

Surrey scout leader Zelanie Cooper, 40, from Tadworth, has pledged her support to the campaign and recommended others give volunteering a go. You can sign up online to Love Where You Live at www.surreycc.gov.uk/getinvolved and "nd out about volunteering and funding opportunities.

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The Diamond Jubilee marks the anniversary of the Queen’s coming to the throne on 6 February 1952. She is the "rst to celebrate a Diamond Jubilee since Queen Victoria in 1897. An extra Bank Holiday means we have both Monday and Tuesday, 4 and 5 June to celebrate. STREET PARTIES: The local boroughs can help you organize a Diamond Jubilee street party. See also thebiglunch.com or streetparty.org.uk.SATURDAY, 2 JUNE The Queen visits Surrey and attends the Epsom Derby.Saturday-Monday 2-4 June ‘The Festival of Surrey Life’ at The Fox Revived Pub, Norwood Hill, Charlwood RH6 0ET. A Jubilee weekend treat with endless entertainment and the tastiest local food and drink. Tel: 01293 862312. thefoxrevived.co.uk2 & 3 June Diamond Jubilee 1950s Weekend at Leeds Castle, Maidstone, Kent ME17 1PL. Cream teas, 1950s cars and steam engines. Bring a picnic and watch Sunday’s Pageant broadcast on a big screen. Patriotic crafts activities for younger visitors. Key to the Castle tickets are valid: Adults; £19.75, Children £12.50. Tel: 01622 765400. leeds-castle.com/eventsSaturday & Sunday, 2-3 June Smallhythe Place’s Jubilee Event Smallhythe Place (NT), Tenterden, Kent TN30 7NG. From 11am. 1950’s inspired day of fun for all the family – vintage stalls, costumes, music, dance, games, beer tent and miniature railway! Come in fancy dress and win a prize! 50p per person. Tel: 0844 2491895. nationaltrust.org.uk/smallhytheplace

Saturday, June 2 – Sunday June 10 Patriotic Scarecrow Trail on The Discovery Walk. Priory Farm, Sandy Lane, South Nut!eld, Redhill RH1 4EJ. Mon - Sat 9am-5.30pm, Sun 10am-5pm.£2.25. Quiz Trail £1 per child. Tel: 07754 18 88 24. prioryfarm.co.ukSUNDAY, 3 JUNE The Big Jubilee Lunch Organise your own street party or share a picnic. Nationwide event organised by the Big Lunch. The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant: At high water Her Majesty The Queen in the Royal Barge will lead the 1000 boat "otilla. thamesdiamondjubileepageant.org Sunday to Monday, 3-4 June, 11am-4pm. A Right Royal Greville Day at Polesden Lacey (NT) nr Dorking, RH5 6BD. A royal party. Normal admission.Sunday, 3 June ‘Jubilation’ Street Party in Priory Park, Reigate. 12noon – 10pm. FREE! Acres of park and bunting, cream teas, Pimms and pots of tea. Live jazz and funfair, dance, games, stalls and retro-style school sports day. Live broadcast of the Pageant along the Thames. Organised by local charity, Loveworks.orgSunday, 3 June, 11am-4pm Clandon Park West Clandon, Guildford GU4 7RQ Hands on History - Royalty at War: Displays from William the Conqueror to recent years. Normal admission. £1.50 for 6 cannon shots Tel: 01483 222482. nationaltrust.org.uk/clandonparkSunday, 3 June 2-6pm Master Park Oxted. Picnic in the Park

MONDAY, 4 JUNE 2012 Surrey County Show celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. 8am - 6pm, Stoke Park, Guildford. The largest one-day agricultural show in the UK. Countryside Arena, Gardening Show and Food Theatre, Eco area and Woodland area. Entertainment in main arena. Family tickets £38 on the gate. Advance discounts - call 01483 444333 or surreycountyshow.co.uk

Monday, 4 June -Brockham Harness Club Diamond Jubilee Carriage Drive through and around Dorking. Start and !nish at Denbies Wine Estate. From 11am. See brockhamharnessclub.co.uk and denbies.co.ukThe Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Beacons: A network of 2012 Beacons will be lit throughout the UK. The Queen will light the National Beacon. Polesden Lacey Estate nr Dorking is one of the beacon sites! 4 June from 6pm The grounds will be open for picnics, with the mini-beacon lit at 8pm followed by the main beacon and !reworks from 10pm. Tel: 01372 452048. nationaltrust.org.uk/polesdenlaceyMonday, 4 June - Woldingham Dance is providing a Street Dance Workshop from 2-3pm at St Paul’s Church followed by a performance by children of the school!Monday, June 4 Celebrations from 4pm at The Medicine Garden, Cobham themedicinegarden.comTuesday, 5 June Service of Thanksgiving A Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral with a formal carriage procession by The Queen.Tuesday, 5 June 11am & 2pm at Denbies Wine Estate London Road, Dorking RH5 6AA. Teddy Bears Celebration Diamond Jubilee: Cat’s Grin present ‘Once Upon a Time’ One child per bear. Princes and Princesses welcome! £7 per bearThe Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge Programme to protect 2012 outdoor recreational spaces across the country as a permanent living legacy of the Diamond Jubilee and the 2012 London Olympics. Sites across Surrey have been nominated to be preserved in perpetuity: see them at qe2!elds.com direct.gov.uk/diamondjubilee royal.gov.uk

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Birdwatching Students across Surrey have been monitoring the attendance of feathered visitors to their schools in the RSPB’s Big Schools Birdwatch survey.

The blackbird came top of the class in 2012 for punctuality and attendance across Surrey; the blue tit came in a close second. The starling was the third most-spotted bird. Over 1500 school children and teachers from 35 schools in Surrey counted birds in this annual survey during the last two weeks of January.

The blackbird is at the top of the national league, too, for the fourth year running. They eat invertebrates including worms and grubs, which they can "nd more easily in milder winter conditions. Open playing "elds in schools can provide a rich area of feeding for birds.

New Exhibits at East Surrey Museum Starting this spring, the new displays are:

stone age) to the coming of the Romans. 800,000 years of archaeology. 1, Sta!ord Rd, Caterham CR3 6JG Tel: 01883 340275 eastsurreymuseum.org.uk

Sustrans is a leading UK charity enabling people to travel by foot, bike or public transport for more of the journeys we make every day. Make your move and support Sustrans today. sustrans.org.uk

The 6 children are the school’s ‘Bike BUGS’. They are like a council for cycling at the school and played a big role in collecting all the data for The Big Pedal. In the background is teacher Michelle Massimo, who is also the Bike It project champion for the school and Gayle Amorowson, Sustrans Bike It project o!cer for Reigate and Banstead..

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Big Pedal - Winning SchoolsChildren from schools across Reigate and Banstead have helped save parents across the UK over £368,000 in unnecessary fuel costs in just three weeks by helping to cycle a total of a million miles to school.

The journeys were made as part of Sustrans’ Big Pedal – the UK’s biggest school cycling competition.

Well done to Kingswood School, Walton on the Hill Primary and Bramley School, Walton on the Hill, who came 1st, 2nd and 4th in the Reigate and Banstead Big Pedal.

Simon Pratt, Sustrans Regional Director for the East of England said: “Children who regularly cycle to school are "tter, more alert and better learners.” Nearly half of all children want to be able to get to school by bike but only two per cent do.

Since 1993 thousands of children across the UK have grown up with Monkey Music. Our unique teaching curriculum was written by classically trained musicians, and introduces music to very young children in a way they can easily understand and enjoy.

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Grass cuttings, dried leaves, twigs and vegetable peelings are just some of the ingredients that can go into a compost bin or heap to make peat-free compost – ideal to use in potting or planting in your garden or allotment.

Getting started is easy. All you need is a compost bin or a small space in the garden to create a heap. Then just follow our easy guide to creating your own supply of natural food for your garden.Get composting today – for a greener tomorrow.

Compost is a natural, nutrient-rich food product for your garden. It will help improve soil structure and maintain moisture levels, while helping to suppress plant disease. It will have everything your plants need including nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium and will help bu!er soils that are very acidic or alkaline. Compost improves your soil’s condition and your plants and "owers will love it!

Home-made compost is natural and peat-free, which means it’s good for the environment outside your garden too. It reduces the need to buy peat products, which have been commercially sourced and extracted from peat bogs, resulting in the release of the carbon stored in them.

1. Find the right site. Ideally site your bin or heap on bare soil. If space is limited, put your bin on concrete, tarmac or patio slabs, but make sure there’s a layer of soil or existing compost on the bottom so garden creatures can colonise.

2. Add the right ingredients. You will need a mixture of green and browns. Fill your kitchen caddy with the right ingredients such as tea bags, taking care not to compost cooked food, meat or #sh.

3. Fill it up. Regularly empty your kitchen caddy and your garden waste into your bin or heap. Remember, a 50/50 mix of greens and browns is the perfect recipe for good compost.

4. Wait a while. Keep adding to your bin or heap and after 9-12 months the ingredients you have put in should have turned into a crumbly dark brown, earthy smelling material inside the bottom part of the bin or heap.

5. Collect the compost. Simply lift the bin o! the compost or open the hatch at the bottom and scoop out the fresh compost. Don’t worry if your compost looks a little lumpy with twigs and bits of eggshells – this is perfectly normal. If preferred, return any material not quite ready back into your bin or heap. If you have built your own, simply rake out the ready compost.

6. Use it. Watch your garden bloom. Your compost can be used for all types of planting needs – mix with soil to replenish pots, dig in to enrich "owerbeds and vegetable patches, use as a mulch to help keep moisture in the soil or use it to feed your lawn.

Whether you’re a keen gardener or just want to choose the greenest, most natural way to deal with your food and garden waste, composting is the perfect solution.

To !nd out more about how to build yourself a compost heap, or to buy a bin, starting from only £15.00 visit www.surreywastepartnership.org.uk or call 0844 571 4444. You’ll also !nd lots of other helpful tips and information there too.

Recipe for success

Cooked foodMeat and bonesFishDairy products Diseased plantsDog mess or cat litterNappies

GREENSTea bagsCo!ee groundsVegetable peelingsFruit scrapsSaladGrass cuttingsOld "owersDead plants

BROWNSDried leaves, twigsToilet/kitchen roll tubesScrunched-up or shredded paperVacuum bag contentsWood chippings, strawCrushed egg shellsCereal/egg boxes

Involve your children too

Every school-aged child knows about reduce, reuse and recycle. Composting is a form of recycling you can do at home and

reduces the amount of daily rubbish going into your kitchen bin.

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The support we receive during pregnancy, childbirth and in the post-natal period – from family, friends, doctors and midwives - can all make a di!erence to our con"dence and to our experience of the whole process.

A survey recently published by Doula UK looked at the impact of support from a doula. It gathered data from 105 doulas and their 1,106 birth clients across a range of critical birth-related areas.The most dramatic "gures relate to breastfeeding and birth interventions. Women who used doulas needed signi"cantly less medical intervention in the birth process and had greatly increased breastfeeding success compared against the national average.

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Co-ordinator: Anna Durbridge Tel: 01737 223621 www.doversgreenchildrenscentre.co.uk Rushetts Rd, Reigate RH2 7RF

Monday Weigh, Stay & Play 9 - 11.30am. Stay & Play 12.30 - 2.30pm. Time to Tell 3-4pm. Tuesday Stay & Play 9.30 - 11.30am. Baby Massage 12.30 - 1.15pm - call to book. ActivTots 1.45 - 2.30pm - call to book. Parenting Puzzle 7.30 - 9.30pm - call to book.Wednesday Baby Signing 10am-10.30am. Call to book. Post Natal 12.30 - 2.30pm call to book.Thursday Childminders Play & Learn 9.30-11.30am. Weaning class 12 -2pm - call for dates and to book.Friday Under 1’s 10 - 11.30am. Little Fishes Play Session 10 - 11.30am. St Lukes Church, Church Rd, South Park, Reigate. (No Admission after 10.30am). Parenting Puzzle 10 - 11.30am with Crèche.

New Ante Natal SessionsBaby Basics, teaching you all the practical stu! you need to know about caring for a new born baby. Breastfeeding Session, an in depth session preparing you to feed your new baby. Call the centre to book.Saturday Dads Inc. Stay & Play 10am -12pm ("rst Saturday of month). Paediatric First Aid 10am - 2pm. Call for dates.Parentcraft Ante-Natal Session 10am-2pm. Call midwife to book.

Need some help and support? Open Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm for advice and information - call to book courses, make an appointment or to arrange a home visit. All Sure Start services are free for families on Income Support, Job Seekers Allowance or Disability Living Allowance.

Better birthing – What do Doulas do?

What does a doula do? Doulas work with women and their families to prepare for the birth of their baby, helping them to fully explore their options, make informed decisions and support them as they adjust to life with a newborn baby. Every mother-to-be has di!erent needs; the doula’s role is #exible, to "t in with the family. Their support is not clinical – that remains the job of the midwife and medical sta!. Doulas o!er emotional and practical support.

Of the doula-supported families, 93 per cent attempted breastfeeding and 70 per cent were still exclusively breastfeeding after six weeks. The latest national "gures from the Department of Health show only 74.1 per cent of new mums attempt breastfeeding, and just 47 per cent are still exclusively breastfeeding at six weeks.

The survey showed that only 12 per cent of doula-supported births required medical interventions, such as the use of forceps, ventouse or Caesarean sections, compared to the latest national "gures of 37.3 per cent.

Doula UK represents the largest number of doulas in the UK. You can "nd local doulas and information about their training at doula.org.uk

Receiving a back rub from a Doula

Sing and Sign in Reigate and Redhill – and now in Godstone!Fiona Warbrick is bringing her popular Baby Signing classes to Godstone! Baby signing is proven to help speech development; it also reduces tantrums and frustrations. The classes use lots of toys, musical instruments and signing techniques with babies aged 6-30mths. Wednesday afternoons - St Nicholas Youth Centre, Godstone RH9 8LWMonday, Tuesday, Thursday mornings – Salfords Village Hall, Redhill RH15DG Wednesday mornings – Reigate Community Centre, Reigate RH2 9AE Tel: Fiona 01737 823238. singandsign.com

Holidays

Holidays in the UK are more than a convenient option – they are a real treat. We are exploring Wales this year, to revisit a country with so many di!erent landscapes: the closest mountains to Surrey (though I’m not forgetting being at 1000 feet up the Tower at Leith Hill..); a beautiful coastline of bays and cli!s; three stunning national parks with protected wildlife and cultural heritage; waterfalls and lakes and – above all, a peaceful retreat from the bustle of busy lives.

Designed with families in mind, the award winning Clydey Cottages in Pembrokeshire is close to the coast at Cardigan and just a few miles from the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. But, as we found out during our stay, the area can be appreciated from

the comfort of the cottages – with far-reaching views across the surrounding hills.

Two groups of stone cottages, one at Clydey and one at Fron Fawr, provide 4 and 5 star accommodation. Clydey o!ers outdoor play areas with ride-on toys plus indoor soft play

co!ee for parents), a games room and a massive supply of books and DVDs.

The magical ingredient for the kids – young and old – is the farm at the bottom of the meadow, where farmer Malcolm greets kids at 10am every day to feed the animals, from guinea-pigs and chickens to sheep, lambs, donkeys and ponies. Malcolm regularly meets children who are at "rst unsure of approaching animals and watches them gain in con"dence during their stay.

We met a two-year-old feeding the Shetland ponies with a piece of carrot on the end of a specially crafted stick. It was a testament to Malcolm’s care and patience. He loves to see how children change as they relax into rural life.


Parents can rejoice in discovering the heated swimming pool and the indoor and outdoor hot tubs – heated round the clock to make use of every precious moment. There is even a mini-gym!

Two walks around the 20-acre site are well marked, including a path down to the river and over a little bridge. For me this made a lovely 20-minute walk before the day’s activities began – a wonderful ‘deep breath’ and a great way to start the day.

But the beauty of Clydey is also in the generous provision of high quality accommodation: its 1-4 bedroom cottages all undergoing a continuous cycle of improvements including quality ensuites and bathrooms, central heating enhanced

equipped kitchens and ample living spaces.

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The farm at Clydey Cottages


We were met by the owner, Jacqui, who gave us a tour including the store-room with a supply of frozen meals to buy, perfect for extra supplies with no hassle. Eggs from the Clydey chickens were o!ered

cheese and scones had been delivered that day by Pembrokeshire Produce Direct. We were also greeted with a tray of tea and co!ee, plus

The cottages at Clydey make a welcome homecoming, warm and well equipped, including plenty of plates, cups and cutlery for little ones. Jacqui and her husband Dewi are nearby to lend assistance and always ready to help. With just 10 cottages, the atmosphere is very relaxed – and clearly all the families were reveling in every moment. No wonder that many of their bookings are repeat visits or on personal recommendation.

Prices seem reasonable for this level of luxury and especially when you consider that Clydey Cottages are current holders of the ‘Best Place to Stay’ in both Pembrokeshire and Wales! Starting with £550/wk for a 1 bed, £800 /wk for a 2-3 bed and £1200 per week for the magni"cent 4 bed Farmhouse; prices rise in summer and main holidays, with the maximum at £750 for a 1 bed to £2400 for the

welcome), with just "ve cottages and no pool or farm animals on site, though all facilities at Clydey can be used - only 5 miles away.

Clydey Cottages, Penrallt, Boncath, Pembrokeshire SA37 0LWTel: 01239 698619 clydeycottages.com

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Since 1993 thousands of children across the UK have grown up with Monkey Music. Our unique teaching curriculum was written by classically trained musicians, and introduces music to very young children in a way they can easily understand and enjoy.

A little research had led me to "nd freshly caught seafood and shell"sh at Porthgain harbour, just south of Fishguard, which made for a very happy Saturday morning, collecting the latest catch for our supper, followed by a brisk walk towards Abereiddy to try to watch some coasteering (didn’t quite get that far, but it was all oh, so beautiful) then back to Porthgain for scampi and chips – the best ever - at The Shed in the harbour.

Clydey indoor poolPorthgain harbour

These are fun little books – available at museum shops or online, giving children and families a fun, guided tour of parts of London that you might not know.The publishers, Step Outside Guides, have o!ered "ve copies of their 2nd book ‘DOWN BY THE THAMES’ to readers of Families Surrey East. With family budgets in mind and lots of free places to visit, these books allow you and your child to start exploring 2,000 years of London’s history. With places to stop and rest - and loos along the way, these little books make an ideal companion for family exploration. Just send an email with ‘DOWN BY THE THAMES’ in the subject line to [email protected] with your address details in the email by June 8th 201. We’ll pick the lucky winners on June 9th and email them same day. Books will be sent direct from the publisher.stepoutsideguides.com

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Monkey Music Awards for Leatherhead & DorkingParents and parents-to-be have nominated Carl Carew from Monkey Music Leatherhead and Dorking for the Most Outstanding Activity Leader for the Under 5s online awards from What’s On 4 2012 Junior.“Carl is absolutely brilliant at keeping all the babies engaged - my daughter was completely enthralled throughout every session,” added one of the mums from his class.Carl’s popularity has spread quickly – his classes launched less than six months ago! Call Carl and Janine on 01483 841303 or 07425 15 90 25. monkeymusic.co.uk

More Monkeying AroundMonkey Music pre-school music classes for babies and toddlers have arrived in Caterham and Warlingham! Karen Chandler, who has lived and worked in the area all her life, is launching classes at the following locations:Tuesday mornings at Caterham UR Church Hall, Harestone Hill, CR3 6SX.Thursday afternoons at Warlingham Methodist Church Hall, Limps!eld Rd, CR6 9LE.Classes start on May 1st with three age groups - Rock’n’Roll (3 mths+), Heigh Ho (12mths+) and Jiggety Jig (2 & 3 yrs). And the !rst class is FREE! To !nd out more or to book your free session with Karen, call 0203 251 1061. Or visit monkeymusic.co.uk

Stagecoach Principal Zoe McCready took over Stagecoach Coulsdon and Caterham two years ago and has since then introduced new teachers, LAMDA and PAA exams, workshops with West End performers and exciting holiday courses. She has already had several students in TV, !lm and commercial productions, as well as local performances. Zoe is now going to run the two Stagecoaches at Woodcote High School in Meadow Rise, Coulsdon on Fridays and Saturdays. With new ‘Early Stages’ classes for 4-6yr olds in the morning and a new Saturday afternoon school from 28 April, call Zoe on 0845 078 0805 for more information or go to stagecoach.co.uk/coulsdon


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SUMMER PARTIES DIRECTORY MAY-JUNE 2012


INDOOR PLAYThe Arc, Caterham CR3 5XYSoft play parties, soft play & games parties, dance parties or deluxe themed parties. Up to 12yrs. Hot/cold bu#et, party host and invites. From £12 pp. Tel: 01883 330380 the-arc-caterham.co.ukJellybugs, West Ewell. Soft play parties. 0-5yrs. Louise 07933 292464 littlejellybugs.comKidspace, Purley Way, Croydon, CR0 4PQJumping Juniors (<3’s) and Kidspace Classic or Deluxe party. Indoor play and Pizzeria. Tots to 12yrs. Tel: 0208 686 0040. kidspaceadventures.com/croydon/parties The Scallywag Club, Dorking Rugby Club, Brockham. Reserved area for small parties. Tel: 07770 921009. thescallywagclub.co.ukWacky Warehouse at The Air Balloon, Horley. Soft–play parties for little ones. Tel Debi: 01293 820188.

INDOOR CRAFTY and ARTYThe Old Dairy Pottery & Craft Studios, Oxted RH8 9EU. Pottery painting parties in picnic-themed party room. Deco patch parties. 3+yrs. Free memory mug or plate signed by guests for parties 10+. From £14pp. Tel: 01883 370331theolddairystudios.co.ukDish Ceramics Studio, Reigate. Creative pottery painting for all ages and birthday parties from 5+ years. Bookings: 01737 241567. dishreigate.com Chocolart Studios, Reigate RH2 7RPMake your own chocolates! 3+yrs. £25pp. Tel Lorraine: 01737 246857. chocolartltd.comMissMakeover Pamper Parties at Juniors Salon, Merstham RH1 3EP. Pamper parties for girls 5+yrs with own stylist! From £13.50 pp. VIP parties and Spa parties 8+yrs. Bring birthday cake! Saturdays 1-2.30pm or 3-4.30pm and weekdays in school holidays. Tel: 01737 644464Everyman Cinema, Oxted RH8 9EE. Private Hire Cinema Screenings for up to 370 people! £400 buys !lm hire, use of the cinema, 40 boxes of popcorn or £100 to spend at the bar! Bring your own cake. Tel: 02031450545 everymancinema.com

Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, London SW19See a show and have lunch with all your friends at the UK’s top children’s theatre. Tel: 020 8545 8330 polkatheatre.com/editorial/polka-cafe INDOOR ACTIVEManic Monsters, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 6LH Slides, kart tracks, football, and huge playframe.Food, soft play, parties. Babies to 12yrs. Tel: 01732 866115. wwwmanicmonsters.co.uk Redhill Roller Skating Club at Royal Alexandra & Albert School, Reigate or The Hawthorns School, Bletchingley. Skating parties for everyone (15 people min). 7th birthdays+. Tel: 01293 776266. rrarsc.co.uk

LaserHub, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1TGChildren’s LaserTag, Karaoke and Pamper and Fire Engine Parties. 4+yrs to adult! Inclusive packages with invites, food and drink, party bags and party host. Tel: 01293 548000. laserhub.co.uk Laser Quest Parties at The Harrier Centre, West Ewell KT19 9RY. In in"atable laser quest course, with smoke e#ects & party music! 5-14yrs. £199 per party Tel: Paula 07917 117165. theharriercentre.co.ukLeatherhead and Dorking Gym Club, Leatherhead. Supervised gym parties in large gymnasium. 1-9 yrs. Tea area. Tel: 01372 377718.leatherhead-gymnastics.org.ukSkaterham at the Chapel, Caterham VillagePrivate indoor skate park. Reasonable rates. Party food. 5+yrs. Tel: 01883 348184. skaterham.com

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Suggestions from the heart!DO plan early – the best venues and entertainers are booked well in advance!DO consider a joint party – join forces and funds! But be clear about your expectations.DON’T be afraid to chase late replies. Put an RSVP date on the invitation, then nudge! DO check for allergies – chances are there will be some and parents don’t always tell you.DON’Tover cater. Appetites shrink as excitement builds!

DO plan your party to avoid key dates such as term end or religious holidays.DON’T invite too make children – and check whether siblings are likely to appear!DON’T obsess over ‘5 a day’ – this is not the time to force feed cucumber to every child.DON’T make it too long. Typically 90 minutes for 2-4yr olds, including tea. Two hours for 5+yrs.DO party bags – to prevent lots of upset children. But give them something useful, like seeds to plant - and a magazine.DO enjoy it. In the midst of chaos, press the pause button and enjoy the sight of your child having fun!

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LEISURE CENTRESDe Sta#ord Sports Centre, Caterham CR3 5YXBouncy Castle, pool, trampolining, Football, Tumble Tots, Bear parties, Bizzie Lizzie’s Jewellery, Twenty20 Cricket, Kiddi Karts, Angels n Divas, Jo Jingles . All with party hosts. Cake, food and party bags available – whole package. 0-16yrs. Bookings: 01883 344355. tandridgetrust.co.ukTandridge Leisure Centre, Oxted RH8 9HT. Bouncy Castle, Bizzie Lizzie’s Bear parties, Bizzie Lizzie’s Jewellery, Angels n Divas, Jo Jingles. 0-16yrs. Host, food, invitations and balloons. Enquiries and bookings: 01883 716717. tandridgetrust.co.ukOakwood Sports Centre, Horley RH6 9AE. Sports, Playtime Parties (3-6yrs), Roller Skating and Disco Parties and more. Safe and spacious environment. 3-12yrs. Tel: 01293 822238. blueleisure.com/Oakwood

Also - Trampolining at Oakwood. Fun, tailor-made trampolining, gymnastics or combination parties. 3+yrs. Tel: Adam 07932 752081. spring!t.orgBanstead Sports Centre, Merland Rise, Tadworth KT20 5JG. Main pool, small pool & Supa-Bounce Parties. Tea room. 2-13yrs. Tel: 01737 361933. gll.org/centre/banstead-sports-centre.aspDorking Sports Centre, Reigate Road RH4 1SG. Pool, football, fun and bounce, multi-sports, splash parties. 5-16yrs. Catering and room hire. Bookings: 01306 870180. harpers!tness.co.ukLeatherhead Leisure Centre, Guildford Road KT22 9BL. Big Day Parties. Tel: 01372 377674. fusion-lifestyle.com/centres/Leatherhead_Leisure_CentreHorley Leisure Centre, o# Court Lodge Rd Horley RH6 8RG. Check for latest details. Tel: 01293 784075 gll.org/centre/horley-leisure-centre

Donyngs Recreation Centre, Redhill RH1 1DP. Activities for 2-12 yr olds. Adventureland re-starts summer 2011 (0-5yrs), Sports (5-a-side, Netball, Basketball, 7-12yrs) Enquiries and bookings: 01737 764732. gll.org/centre/donyngs-leisure-centre.aspGuildford Spectrum Leisure Centre, Parkway. Skating, Ice Station Zero, Cheerleading, Jam Bop and Boogie, Bowling, Swimming, Bounceabout. Tel: 01483 443322. guildfordspectrum.co.uk Queens Ice & Bowl, Queensway, London W2 4QP. Ice skating,Bowling Alley, Karaoke Tel: 020 72290172 queensiceandbowl.co.uk

ROOM / HALL HIREThe Colman Redland Centre, Croydon Road Reigate. Large Hall / Small Hall for hire. Suitable for kids parties up to 12yrs. Sara Sutton, Bookings Secretary 0844 9800 488. The Harlequin Theatre and Cinema, Redhill RH1 1NN. Function rooms with capacity from 30 – 100. Optional catering. August 2012 refurbishment. Tel: 01737 276830. harlequintheatre.co.ukLing"eld & Dormansland Community Centre, Ling!eld RH7 6AB. Large hall with patio doors leading to a paved courtyard. Plus lounge/kitchen area. All ages. Tel: 01342 833893. ling!eldcentre.orgWoldingham Scout and Guide HQ, Woldingham CR3 7DB Ages to 11yrs. Tel: 01883 652460

All local boroughs have lists of local halls for hire on their websites:reigate-banstead.gov.uktandridge.gov.ukmole-valley.gov.uk

Redhill & Reigate Artistic Roller Skating ClubSKATING PARTIES / FUN SESSIONS and lessons with qualifi ed coachesSundays 11.30am – 1.30pmat the YMCA, Princes Rd, Earlswood

Last Saturday of the month:ROLLER DISCOS 6-8pm for all ages at Hawthorns School, BletchingleyFor more details call Barry on01293 776266 [email protected]

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ATTRACTIONS including FARMS Bocketts Farm Park, Fetcham nr Leatherhead KT22 9BS. Animals galore, exciting play areas, tractor rides and animal handling sessions, plus the menu of your choice in one of the decorated party rooms. £11.50 per child. 0-8yrs. Party bags and birthday cake available. Early booking advised. Tel: 01372 363764. bockettsfarm.co.ukLadyland Farm, Meath Green Lane, Horley RH6 8JA. Party package, hands on farming experience including trailer ride, feeding animals, picnic and party boxes provided. £330 for 20 children. Tel: 01293 784469. ladylandfarm.comBritish Wildlife Centre, Newchapel, Ling!eld. November-February exclusive parties and tour of the animals while closed to the public. 5+yrs. You bring the tea! Tel: 01342 834658. britishwildlifecentre.co.uk Godstone Farm, Whole day admission to farm plus free entry to playbarn. £80 for 10 children, 10 adults. Tractor ride and party bags and party box food options. Up to 9yrs. Tel: 01883 742546. godstonefarm.co.ukFishers Adventure Farm Park Wisborough Green, W Sussex RH14 0EG. All-inclusive parties with party host. Invites, balloons, party bags, cake, entertainment, party room and birthday feast. Plus free Park access and use of Fishers rides and activities.. 2-11 yrs. Tel: 01403 700063. !shersfarmpark.co.ukDrusillas Park, Alfriston, East Sussex BN26 5QS. Zoooper Birthdays - Zoo access, play areas, party tea plus unlimited rides on the Thomas & Friends™ train! 2-12yrs. £18 per child. Optional invitations, party bags etc. Tel: 01323 874100. drusillas.co.uk The Look Out Discovery Centre, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 7QWHands-on science and nature fun for 5-12yr olds. Party room with host and Eric the mascot owl. Catered or self catering. Bookings: 01344 354400. bracknell-forest.gov.ukWorld of Activities at The Hop Farm Family Park, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Kent TN12 6PY. Princess, Pirate and Farmer Parties for 3-10yr olds. Tea in the party room. Tel: 01622 872068. thehopfarm.co.uk

Really Wild Parties, Chessington World of Adventures & Zoo, KT9 2NE. Animal meet n’greets. 3-11yrs. Discounted entry to Park and Zoo. Private party area. Lunch included. £250 for up to 25 children + adults. Call the Xtra Adventures Team on 01372 734 618. chessington.com Tulleys Farm Parties, Turners Hill, Crawley RH10 4PE. Seasonal themed parties with event-linked attractions - Summer Maze & Funyard, Halloween and Christmas. Private venues for hire all year round. Tel: 01342 718472 option 5. tulleysfarm.com Bluebell Railway, She$eld Park Station, E Sussex TN22 3QL. 90min round trip behind a steam train, reserved seating, tea in restaurant afterwards. Great for children 3-10yrsTel: 01825 720800. bluebell-railway.comGatton Park, Reigate RH2 0TWThemed birthday parties in beautiful Gatton Park run by Gatton Trust. Fairies, teddy bears, bugs, pirates and other themes – inside and out! 5-10yrs. Self catering. £120 for up to 15 children. Tel: 01737 649066. gattonpark.com

OUTDOOR ACTIVESandra’s Riding School, Balcombe Rd, Horley RH6 9EBGrooming and riding – non-riders welcome, hats provided. 2-25 children. Picnic area. Tel: 07831 833404 or 01737 765096. sandrasridingschool.co.uk

Blackland Farm Activity Centre, E Grinstead RH19 4HP. Bungee Trampoline Parties (7+yrs), Zip Wire (7+yrs), Climbing Wall, Abseiling and Archery (7+ yrs), Canoeing (7+yrs). Or try the tunnelling fun, maze and/or high rope perch! Bring picnic or BBQ – 122 acres. Near the Bluebell Steam Railway. Tel: 01342 810493. blacklandfarm.org.uk

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OUTDOOR ACTIVEPriory Events, Nut!eld RH1 4EJ. Quad Bike Challenge, Archery & Obstacle Course for 8+yrs in 250 acres. Min. 10 children for exclusive party. Free refreshments. Tel 01737 822484. prioryevents.co.ukRide the Hill Mountain boarding, Priory Farm, Nut!eld, Redhill RH1 4EJ. 8+yrs. Includes equipment hire and lesson From £10pp. Tel: 0845 0944 360. ridethehill.comHigh Sports Climbing Centre, Redhill RH1 5EL. Climbing Parties 4-7 yrs and 7-15yrs. 90-minute party - instructors and equipment included. Free after-party food area. Tel: 01293 822884 or 0845 363 1177. high-sports.co.uk

Alice Holt Forest, Farnham, GU10 4LS Cycling parties (5+yrs) with Quench Cycles , Go Ape (10+yrs), catered parties with Cafe on the Green, BBQ hire. Tel: 01420 23666 forestry.gov.uk/aliceholt quenchuk.co.uk Painshill Park, Cobham KT11 1JEThemed outdoor adventure parties with leader in the stunning landscape. Catered or self-catered. Party bags available. 4-12 yrs. Tel: 01932 868113. painshill.co.uk Bowles Outdoor Centre, nr Tunbridge Wells TN3 9LW. All-year, all-weather birthday party sledging (6+yrs); also skiing, pool canoe, zip wire, low ropes course, climbing and raft building (8+yrs). From £70. Tel: 01892 665665. bowles.ac

Surrey Outdoor Learning Centre nr Dorking NEW! TAZ – The adventure Zone - themed parties including Explorer, Survivor, Pirate and Army options plus activity parties including climbing, canoeing and sailing. 8+yrs. Tel: 01372 378901. surreycc.gov.uk/outdoorlearningAqua Sports, Mercers Country Park, nr Redhill RH1 4EU. Sailing, windsur!ng and paddlesports parties.

8-17yrs. No experience required. All equipment and instruction provided. Min 6 children. Sunday am or school holidays. Use of BBQ facility. Tel: 01737 644288. aquasports.co.ukPower Parties at Hawthorns School, Bletchingley nr Redhill RH1 4QJ Wet and Wild (swimming), outdoor adventures, roller skating, bouncy castle. Tel: Ruth Chaplin 01883 743377. hawthorns.com/sports-centre


Education News


HIGHER NURSERY STANDARDS SCC’s Early Years Quality Improvement Award.Local nurseries and registered childminders in Surrey are now able to use a free service from Surrey County Council to encourage continuous improvements in their childcare settings. The Early Years Quality

progress against a set of agreed standards. To take part, early years settings need an Ofsted inspection outcome of ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’.

Lanes Kindergarten, in Walton on the Hill, Tadworth, received an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted inspection report in 2010 and is now taking part in the Early Years QIA. Michelle Williamson, the owner and manager and her colleagues at the nursery all play a part in the process and can see the bene"ts of the scheme.

“As a setting it’s always positive to receive recognition for the hard work and professional dedication of the whole team. We are delighted to be taking part and will continue to make improvements and complete the award” said Michelle.

At the start of the process they met the Surrey Early Years team to discuss the paperwork needed to document their practice. They also meet other teams taking part. The scheme involves a whole team approach and requires everyone to re#ect on how things are done. Surrey Early Years provides a mentor who o!ers support and guidance.

Although it requires admin time to complete paperwork.,Michelle found that most was already documented in their policies & procedures.

Participating nurseries or childminders to complete the award in 2$ years or less. They receive an accreditation on completion.

Thanks to Michelle Williamson, Owner/Manager of The Lanes Kindergarten in Walton on the Hill, Tadworth for her help with this article. The Kindergarten is open "ve days a week in term time, with morning sessions 9am-12.15 and afternoon sessions 12noon – 3pm (excl Wed and Thurs) plus lunch clubs. Michelle can be contacted on 01737 814 207 (opening hours) or 07595 544 035 (eves). laneskindergarten.co.uk

For more information on the award go to surreycc.gov.uk/learning then click on Early years and childcare practitioners > Standards and procedures in early years and childcare > Surrey County Council Early Years Quality Improvement Award

National O!er Day for Secondary Schools

March 1st was National O!er Day for secondary schools, so parents will know by now if their child has received a place at their chosen school. About 16% of parents in Surrey will not have been o!ered their "rst choice school and have the right to appeal.

If you put a strong, coherent case together there is a good chance you can get the decision over turned.

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1) Choose only one school to appeal to. Be clear about the reasons you

2) Lodge your intention to appeal within the school’s deadline. You’ll be given at least 14 days notice of your hearing, and you can then submit a detailed case statement and supporting evidence.

3) Panels like to see rational parents with good research, who are rejecting the school o!ered for valid and evidenced reasons.

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4) At least seven days before the hearing you’ll receive a copy of the school’s case.

5) Appeals are heard by a panel of three people independent of the school in question. A clerk will explain basic procedures, ensure any evidence is presented and may intervene to assist the panel. You are entitled to bring someone along to the hearing.

You should get the result within "ve working days. Appeals are not always successful, but if you feel strongly it’s worth appealing. You could have an exploratory chat with a specialist legal advisor to see if you have a strong case.

Laura Berman has extensive experience working on school admission appeals both at primary and secondary level. You can contact her on 020 7091 2700. !shermeredith.co.uk

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Senior School Open Days are now available on the website. Go to familiessurreyeast.

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Aberdour School, Burgh Heath KT20 6AJBoys and girls, 2-13 yrs. Tel: 01737 354119 aberdourschool.co.uk Call for details

Belmont School, Holmbury St Mary RH5 6LQ Boys & girls, 2-13 yrs. Tel: 01306 730852 belmont-school.org Friday, 4 May

Bramley School, Walton on the Hill KT20 7ST Girls, 3-11 yrs. Tel: 01737 812004 bramleyschool.co.uk Pop In Morning: Wednesdays, 9 May and 20 June

Caterham Preparatory School, Harestone Valley Rd, CR3 6YB Boys & girls, 3-11 yrs. Tel: 01883 342097 caterhamprepschool.co.uk Visits by appointment throughout year

Chinthurst School, Tadworth KT20 5APBoys 2.5-13 yrs. Tel: 01737 812011 chinthurst.surrey.sch.ukFriday & Saturday, 4 & 5 May

City of London Freemen’s School, Ashtead, KT21 1ET Tel: 01372 822423 clfs.surrey.sch.uk Co-ed, day & boarding, 7-18 yrs. Open evening: Wednesday, 20 June. Summer open day fully booked; next is Sat 6 Oct

Copthorne Prep School, Copthorne, West Sussex RH10 3HR Tel: 01342 712311 copthorneprep.co.uk Co-ed, day and

Saturday, 19 May

Cranmore School, Epsom Rd, West Horsley, KT24 6AT Boys 2.5 -13 yrs. Tel: 01483 280340 cranmoreprep.co.ukFriday, 11 May

Downsend School, Nursery and Pre-prep Lodges, Leatherhead, Ashtead and Epsom Boys and girls, 2-6 yrs. Tel: 01372 372311 downsend.co.uk Saturday, 12 May

Downsend School, Leatherhead KT22 8TJBoys and girls, 6-13 yrs. Tel: 01372 372311 downsend.co.ukMain School - Friday, 11 May

Dunottar School, Reigate RH2 7EL Girls, 3-18 yrs. Tel: 01737 761945 dunottarschool.com Call for details

Essendene Lodge School, Caterham CR3 5PB Girls and boys, 2.5-11 yrs. Tel: 01883 348349 essendenelodge.surrey.sch.uk Call for details

Farlington School, Strood Park, Horsham W. Sussex RH12 3PN Girls 3-18yrs. Day and boarding. Tel: 01403 254967 farlingtonschool.net ‘Farlington In Action’ days: Wednesday, 16 May and Thursday, 14 June

Glenesk School, East Horsley KT24 6NSGirls and boys, 2-7yrs. Tel: 01483 282329 for open day date gleneskschool.co.ukThursday, 31 May

Greenacre School, Banstead SM7 3RAGirls, 3-18 yrs. Tel: 01737 352114 greenacre.surrey.sch.uk Tuesday, 8 May and Wednesday, 27 June

The Hawthorns School, Bletchingley RH1 4QJ Boys & girls, 2-13 yrs. Tel: 01883 743048 hawthorns.com Friday, 11 May & Wednesday, 27 June

Hazelwood School, Limps"eld, Oxted RH8 OQH Boys and girls, 4-13 yrs. Tel: 01883 712194 hazelwoodschool.co.uk Friday, 18 May (also for Hazelwood’s Nursery - The Larks, Oxted)

Ling"eld Notre Dame Junior School, Ling"eld RH7 6PH Boys and girls, 2.5-11 yrs. Tel: 01342 833176 ling"eldnotredame.co.uk Call for details

Manor House School and Nursery Bookham KT23 4EN Girls 2-16 yrs. Tel: 01372 457077 manorhouseschool.org Wednesday, 9 May

Mickle"eld School, Reigate RH2 9DU Boys and girls, 3-11 yrs. Tel: 01737 242615 mickle"eldschool.co.uk Drop in Morning Wednesday, 23 May

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Every day is Open Day at DunottarPlease call and arrange to come and see us soon.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL SUE EDWARDS ON 01737 761945 ema i l : i n fo@duno t t a r schoo l . com www.duno t t a r schoo l . com

Dunottar is situated in the leafy suburbs of Reigate, offering excellent teaching in extensive facilities, within a caring and safe environment.

Moon Hall College _______ and Burys Court _______

Leigh, Reigate, Surrey RH2 8RE

A happy school in a country setting for boys and girls aged 2!-16A CReSTeD registered school with expert dyslexia tuition specialising in support for dyslexic children up to GCSE.Little Berries Early Years nursery In beautiful rural setting with bluebell wood.

Come along to one of our Open Days or visit by appointment - call 01306 611372.www.buryscourtschool.co.uk www.moonhallcollege.co.uk

OPEN DAYSaturday

12 May 10am-12noon

The Hawthorns School

Education – Open Days


Moon Hall College & Bury’s Court Leigh, Reigate RH2 8RE. Boys & girls, 2.5-16 yrs. Tel: 01306 611372 buryscourtschool.co.ukand moonhallcollege.co.ukSaturday, 12 May

Oakhyrst Grange School, Caterham CR3 6AF Boys & girls, 3-11 yrs. Tel: 01883 343344 oakhyrstgrangeschool.co.uk Open Morning: Friday, 11 MayAnte / postnatal co!ee morning – call for details

Pennthorpe School, Rudgwick , West Sussex RH12 3HJ Co-ed, 2-13 yrs. Tel: Fiona Long: 01403 822391 pennthorpe.com Tuesday, 15 May and Saturday, 19 May

Priory Prep School, Banstead SM7 2AJ Boys 2-13 yrs. Tel: 01737 366920 priory-banstead.surrey.sch.uk Pop In morning Wednesdays, 30 May and 13 June. Open Morning: Saturday, 19 May

Redehall Preparatory School, Small"eld, Horley RH6 9QA Boys and girls, 3-11 yrs. Tel: 01342 842987 redehall.surrey.sch.ukCall for summer date

Reigate St Mary’s, Chart Lane, Reigate RH2 7RN Girls and boys, 3-11 yrs. Tel: 01737 244880 reigatestmarys.org Call for details

Royal Alexandra & Albert School Reigate RH2 0TD Boys and girls, 7-18 yrs. Tel: 01737 649000 raa-school.co.uk Saturday, 19 May

St Teresa’s Nursery & Prep School E%ngham Hill RH5 6ST Girls, 2-11 yrs. Tel: 01372 750204 stteresasschool.comFriday, 11 May

Warlingham Park School Chelsham Common, Warlingham CR6 9PB Boys and girls, 2-11 yrs. Tel: 01883 626844 warlinghamparkschool.com Call for details or visit by appointment

THE HAWTHORNS SCHOOL BLETCHINGLEY

IAPS, Girls and Boys, Day, 2 – 13 years

Friendly family atmosphere to realise your child’s potential

Wide opportunities with high academic standards

Bursaries available

New sustainable Pre-Prep building opened September 2011

THE OUTSTANDING PREP SCHOOL IN THE AREA

WORKING OPEN MORNINGS ARE HELD REGULARLY DO COME AND VISIT

We are happy to make individual

appointments too.

Please ring Gail Johnson on 01883 743048 x 2019 for details.

“HAPPY CHILDREN LEARN” www.hawthorns.com Registered charity for educational purposes

Stanstead Roa Caterham Surre CR3 6AFT: 01883 34334 F: 01883 342021 E:W: www.oakhyrstgrangeschool.co.uk

Smal clas size Caring friendly famil atmosphereStron sens o communit Broa curriculu fo al abilities

Please call the school’s Secretary to arrange a tour.

Charity No. 325043

OPEN MORNING Friday, 11th May 10.00 am -12.00 noon

for boys and girls aged 4-11 years

Moon Hall College

Out and About

KINGSTON

THE ROSE THEATRE 24-26 High Street, Kingston KT1 1HL Bookings: 08444 821 556. rosetheatrekingston.org

The Snail and The Whale 4+yrs Tue-Fri, 22-25 May. Afternoons. £8 - £12

Tiddler and Other Terri"c Tales 3+yrs Sat-Sun, 16-17 June. Afternoons. £8 - £12

GUILDFORD

Guildford Castle Grounds, Castle Street, Guildford GU1 3UQ Tel: 01483 304384. guildford-shakespeare-company.co.uk

The Merry Wives of Windsor 14-30 June (not Sundays). 7.30pm (Mon, 18 7pm) Bring a picnic! £18.50 (£16.50) Family £60.

CRAWLEY

The Hawth Theatre, Hawth Ave, Crawley RH10 6YZ Tel: 01293 553636 hawth.co.uk

My First Sleeping Beauty ENB2 - English National Ballet in partnership with English National Ballet School 3-12yrs. Fri 11 & Sat 12 May, Theatre - Fri 5pm, Sat 11am, 2pm, 5pm. £15,; Child £12; Family £48.

Tiddler And Other Terri"c Tales 3+yrs. Thurs-Sat, 17-19 May, - Thur 4.30pm, Fri 10.30am & 4.30pm, Sat 11am. Theatre £10; Family £34

Liang and The Magic Brush 4+yrs Saturday, 2 June 11am. Studio. £6.50; Family £24

Peppa Pig’s Treasure Hunt Wed-Thurs, 13-14 June 10am, 1pm, 4pm. Theatre. £14.50; Child £12.50; Family £50

Wild Child 8+yrs. Saturday, 16 June 11am. Studio. £6.50; Family £24.

The Twits Fri 22 June 7pm, Outdoors Amphitheatre. £12.50; Family £34

EAST GRINSTEAD

Chequer Mead Community Arts Centre De la Warr Road, East Grinstead RH19 3BS. Tel: 01342 302000 chequermead.org.uk

The Tale of the Secret Beanstalk - Sophie Eastwood Dance Academy Thurs-Saturday, 28-30 June 7pm and Sat 2.30pm. £10; Family £34.

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WALKS, NATURE AND LOCAL CONSERVATION

Bluebells at Hatchlands Park East Clandon, Guildford, GU4 7RTTel 01483 222482 nationaltrust.org.uk/hatchlands Stunning bluebell wood. Visit soon – bluebells are out early this year! 10am-5.30pm. Normal admission, NT members free

SURREY HILLS (NT), Dorking Bookings 01372 220644 or [email protected] Hill – Discover mini mammals Sunday, 6 May 8-10am. Adult £5; child £2.50. Book by 3 May Discovering bats – Denbies Hillside Friday 18 May, 8.30-10pmUse bat detectors and identify di#erent species. Adult £8; child £4. Book by 17 May Bat walk - Harewoods, Outwood Friday 18 May, 8.30pm – 10pm. Adult £8; child £4. Book by 17 May Discover what’s lurking in our pond – Denbies Hillside Sunday 20 May, 1pm – 2pmAn afternoon of pond dipping. 5+yrs.Adult £5; child £2.50. Book by 9 April JUNEHeadley Heath – Children’s dayFri, 8 Jun anytime between 1.30-4pm. Booking not required. Games galore including nature treasure trails, the moth & the bat, and the !rst ever Olympic tennis ball launching competition. Donations welcome. Meet: Headley Heath main CP Tel: 01306 742809. Snakes alive! – Leith Hill Sun, 10 June, 10am-12.30pm. Seek out snakes and legless lizards with reptile expert Henry Wilson from the Surrey Amphibian and Reptile Group.Adult £5; child £5. Book by 7 June Box Hill – Father’s day butter$y & orchid walk Sun, 17 Jun, 2-4pm. Guided walk on chalk grasslands. (2-3 miles) Adult £6; child £4. Book by 14 June Badger watching – Leith HillThursdays, 21 & 28 June, 7.45pm- 9.30pm. Adult £8; child £4. Booking essential Edible and medicinal plants – Leith Hill Sun, 24 June, 11am-2pm A foraging ramble ending with a healthy bowl of nettle soup. Adult £10; child £6. Book by 31 May Meet the Gatton Park badgers – Reigate Mon, 25 June, 7.30-10pm With ranger Marc Russell. Adult £8; child £4. Book by 21 June

Shows for families and children. Please check ticket prices and times with the theatres.

LEATHERHEADThe Leatherhead Theatre 7, Church Street, Leatherhead KT22 8DN Tel: 01372 365141 the-theatre.org

Giselle Vienna Festival BalletTuesday, 22 May 7.30pm £19 (£16.50); <16yrs £13

Bob The Builder Saturday, 23 June, 2pm. £13; <16s £11,; Family £45

DORKINGDorking Halls Reigate Road, Dorking, Surrey RH4 1SG Tel: 01306 881717 dorkinghalls.co.uk

NEW! Saturday Morning Cinema at 11am. £3.50 per child, adults go free. including: 5 May - Nanny McPhee; 12 May - The Smurfs; 19 May - Where The Wild Things Are 26 May - Puss in Boots

East Surrey Primary Schools Music Festival 21 May 7pm £7

Annie - Applause Youth Theatre, Friday, 29 June 7.30pm, Saturday 30 June 2.30pm & 7.30pm £12.50, Child £10.50

Inspire Academy of Dance Show 2012 1 July 4pm £10; < 18s £8

REDHILLHarlequin Theatre & Cinema Warwick Quadrant, Redhill RH1 1NN Tel: 01737 276 500 harlequintheatre.co.uk

Saturday Morning Cinema Club 11.30am. £3.50 child + adult ticket.

Fireman Sam Live – Pontypandy Rocks! Saturday, 19 May 1pm & 3.30pm. £12, Child £10, Family (4) £42.

The Wonderful Wizard Of OzSaturday, 16 June 2.30pm. £8.50

CHIPSTEADThe Courtyard Theatre Hazelwood Lane CR5 3QU Tel: 01737 555680 (10-12 Saturday) or chipsteadplayers.orgThe Chalk Garden By Enid Bagnold 28 May-2 June 8pm & Sat Mat 2.15pm £8

OXTEDThe Barn Theatre 25 Bluehouse Lane, Oxted, Surrey RH8 0AA Tel: 01959 561811 All tickets available via barntheatreoxted.co.uk

A Midsummer Nights Dream - The Oxted Players 12+yrs. Wednesday-Saturday 16-19 May. 7.45pm and 2.30pm Sat £8- £10 Tel: 01883 724852.

Glow Theatre Group – Fiddler on the Roof (jr) 8+yrs Wed-Sat, 27-30 June. £6.50 Tel: 01883 720167.

EPSOMEpsom Playhouse Ashley Avenue, Epsom KT18 5AL Tel: 01372 742555 epsomplayhouse.co.uk

Fireman Sam Live Friday, 11 May 7.30pm. £12 (£10)

T H E A T R E S

FAMILIES SURREY EAST COMPETITIONEveryman Oxted Cinema 7 Station Road WestOxted RH8 9EE www.everymancinema.com T: 0203 145 0547 booking o$ce at Oxted, open 3-7pm KIDS CLUB Bringing back the magic of a morning at the movies. Everyman Oxted now hosts children’s !lms on Saturdays for children aged 4 – 10yrs. Films start 10am-12 noon and tickets cost just £2.50. There is also a fun activity to take part in. Past activities have included Word Searches, Games, Colouring-In, Drawing and Crafts. WIN TICKETS: Everyman Oxted would like to know your ideas for !lm-inspired activities you would choose. The wackier the better! The best suggestion WINS FOUR FREE TICKETS for a Kids Club screening! So get creative!Email your ideas to [email protected] by Friday June 1st; put CINEMA in the subject line and tell us your name & address so we can arrange for tickets to be sent to the winner by Everyman Oxted cinema management. They will select the best idea and send tickets to the winner within a week of the closing date.

Out and About

SURREY WILDLIFE TRUST surreywildlifetrust.org

MAYSaturday, 5 May 10am-1pmCalves Calling Tel: 07968 83 26 05.Meet newborn calves at their home farm near Wisley with SWT Grazing Manager James Adler. Donation: Adult £2, child £1.Sunday, 6 May 2–3.30pmSpynes Mere Wetland Nature Reserve - Spring BirdsJoin SWT Ranger for a guided walk. Meet at: Aquasports, Mercers Country Park, Merstham RH1 4EU. 2 miles. Donation: Adult £2, child £1. Bookings: Steve Bolton 07799 89 41 48.Wednesday, 9 May 7.30-9pmMad About Bats at Nower Wood, KT22 8QA 7+yrs. Bookings: 01372 379509. Adult £5.50, child £3.50.Sunday, 27 May 10.30am-4pmNorbury Park Sawmill Open Day, Mickleham, Dorking, RH5 6DN Tel: 01372 453371. Donation: Adult £2, child £1.Sunday, 27 May 2-4pmA walk in Sta#hurst Woods, nr Oxted. Donation: Adults £2, child £1.Contact: Bob Crompton 07968 83 25 11.JUNESunday, 10 June 10-11.30amGuided Walk - Betchworth Quarry Nature Reserve Donation: Adult £2, child £1. Contact: Ranger Steve Bolton 07799 89 41 48.


Sunday, 17 June Centenary Event: Our Meadowland Wildlife BioBlitz at Norbury Park!Learn some new skills, identify and record wildlife. Games and activities for all - bring a picnic and made a day of it! Contact: Katy Gower 01483 795471.Saturday, 30 June 12noon – 4pm Teddy Bears’ Picnic at the Chatley Heath Semaphore Tower! Bookings: Katy Gower 01483 795471. Annual Teddy Bears’ Picnic with Cat’s Grin Theatre production of Four Fairy Tales. Bouncy castle, nature trail quiz, face painting, teddy competition, wildlife activities, badge making, games, ice creams and tours of the tower. Bring a picnic! Suitable for 4-9yr olds. Meet: Ockham Common, just o# the A3, south of junction 10 M25. Children £10, adults go free. Includes all activities except ice creams and face painting (£2.50 per child).

LINGFIELD NATURE RESERVESTel: 01342 835313 / 01342 833814ling!eldreserves.org.uk Work Parties Sundays, 20 May, 24 June 10 am–12 noon - meet in the Butter"y Garden. Bring your own tools. Suitable for all abilities, incl. children and young people.Pond Open Days - depending on water level. Sundays, 13 May and 17June. 10am-12 noon. Equipment provided, children welcome - accompanied by an adult.NEW! Dawn Chorus Walk 1-2 hours. 5am, BH Monday, 7 May. Contact Ray Baker - [email protected] to con!rm numbers. Free. Entrance o# Vicarage Road and by the !re station in Saxbys Lane. Free refreshments.

one of the best-loved family holidays in the landWin!Chris Packham launches new Nocturnal House at

British Wildlife Centre (BWC)This new enclosure houses rarely seen native night species. Formally opened on 22 March by wildlife expert Chris Packham, the Nocturnal House at the BWC features ‘reverse lighting’, allowing visitors to see the night-time world of bats, hedgehogs and dormice during the day.The new nocturnal house means visitors can be inspired to help conserve native species for future generations.The British Wildlife Centre is on the A22 at Newchapel, nr Ling!eld, Surrey. Open to visitors every Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday from March to October and daily during all school holidays, visitors can see over 40 di#erent British wild animals in large natural enclosures.BRITISH WILDLIFE CENTRE SUMMER HALF TERM OFFER " SAVE £7.60! One Child goes FREE when you show this article to the sta# on entry. Valid Saturday, 2 June to Sunday, 10 June 2012. One child free with one full paying adult. One voucher per party. Not to be used in conjunction with other o#ers. No cash alternative. No photocopies. FSyE 05-12

Out and About


FETES FAIRS & EVENTSFOR OTHER JUBILEE EVENTS, SEE PAGE 4

Sun 6 & Mon 7 May, 11am - 4pm Get Outdoors Polesden Lacey nr Dorking, RH5 6BD.Tel: 01372 452048 nationaltrust.org.uk/polesdenlaceyTwo days of outdoor activities for all the family. Sunday 6 May 11am-4pm. Festival of Sport in Reigate Priory Park plus YMCA annual Fun Run.Sun & Mon, 6-7 May 10am-5pm The Blindley Heath Country Show Sun & Mon 6-7 May ‘Gastro Gatwick’ event at The Fox Revived, Norwood Hill, Charlwood RH6 0ET. Tel: 01293 862312. Local retailers showcase their jams, honey, chocolate, cheese, chutney and more. thefoxrevived.co.uk Monday, 7 May 10am – 5pm at The Medicine Garden, Downside Rd, Cobham. Food festival in the Victorian walled kitchen garden. themedicinegarden.com

Monday, 7 May The Fat Controller at Drusillas Park, nr Eastbourne Tel: 01323 874100 drusillas.co.uk

Mon, 7 May 11am-4pm Pony Magic rides 12 noon-3pm (& Sat 19 May) at Hatchlands Park, E. Clandon, GU4 7RT. Tel 01483 222482 nationaltrust.org.uk/hatchlands £2.50 per rideSaturday, 12 May Reigate Caves Open DayAlso open Saturdays 9 June, 14 July, 11 Aug, 8 Sept.Sunday, 13 May 10am-5pm Cowpie Country Show Betchworth RH3 7HH cowpie.co.ukSaturday and Sunday, 19 & 20 May Bocketts 20th Birthday Weekend! Young St, Leatherhead KT22 9BS Tel: 01372 363764 Panning for Gold, Birds of Prey demos and fun farm activities. £9.20 adults and children 3-17yrs19 May - 3 September ‘Yucky You’ showThe Look Out Discovery Centre, Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 7QW Tel: 01344 354400 bracknell-forest.gov.uk Learn more about your body. Show covers burping and snot - ideal for children! £1.85 per person + admission charge.Saturday-Sunday, 26 – 27 May Only Paws and Horses – equestrian and canine event at The Hop Farm. Beltring, Paddock Wood, Kent TN12 6PY. Tel: 01622 872068. thehopfarm.co.uk Trade stands, arena events and demos and friendly dog show. Adults £7.10 online, £8.15 on the gate. Sunday, 27 May, 12noon-4pm Bees and Beekeeping at Painshill Park, Cobham KT11 1JE. Tel: 01932 868113 painshill.co.ukSunday, 27 May 12 noon – 5pm Froggetts Lane, Walliswood RH5 5RJ Stroll around ‘Spandrels’, a Plantsman’s Garden with a large Plant Sale, Ra%e, Lunches and Teas. In aid of St. Catherine’s Hospice. £2.50 (children free)Monday, 4 June 9am-6pm Surrey County Show at Stoke Park, Guildford, Surrey GU1 1TU

HALF TERM ATTRACTIONS Sat 2 – Sun 10 June, 11am – 4pm at POLESDEN LACEY nr Dorking, RH5 6BD Half term trail. Normal admission plus £1 per trail

DENBIES WINE ESTATE, Dorking RH5 6AA Tel: 01306 876616. Monday 4th - Friday 8th June Children’s Activities 11am – 3pm daily. denbies.co.uk Tuesday, 5 June 11am & 2pm Cat’s Grin Theatre present ‘Once Upon a Time’ £7Wednesday, 6 June, 11am & 2pm Tropical Rainforest Road Show See, handle and learn about creatures from all over the globe! £6.50 ChildrenThursday, 7 June, 10am - 2pm Birds of Prey.Spectacular aerial display 12noon. Free admissionFriday, 8 June, 11am -3pm Go Potty Decorate and plant your own pot for summer. £2.50 per pot

PRIORY FARM, Sandy Lane, South Nut!eld, Redhill RH1 4EJ.Tel: 07754 188824. prioryfarm.co.ukSaturday June 2 – Sunday June 10 Patriotic Scarecrow Trail on The Discovery Walk. Open daily. Wednesday June 6 Craft Tent outside The Discovery WalkThursday June 7 Tractor Trailer Rides. £1 per person.

BOCKETTS FARM, Leatherhead2-10 June - Spring Spectacular ‘Meet the Tractor’ and sit inside the cab, meet and groom the adorable ponies. Birds of Prey displays twice daily (Tues-Fri), animal handling, goat milking, pony rides, tractor rides, pig racing. £9.20 adults and children aged 3 – 17

GATTON PARK, Reigate RH2 0TW Tel: 01737 649066. gattonpark.com Book activities in advance. Children under 8 to be accompanied. Wednesday, 6 June 1.30 – 4pm Camp Building. 8-12 yrs. Come and build a camp in the woods! £5 per child.Friday, 8 June 10 – 11.30am or 1.15 – 2.45pm Nature Tots: Birds Learn more about the ducks, owls and other birds at Gatton. Craft and nature trails. 2-4 yrs. £5 per child

BIRDWORLD, Holt Pound, Farnham GU10 4LD. Tel: 01420 22140. birdworld.co.uk2-10 June Love Your Zoo Week KENT & EAST SUSSEX RAILWAY, Tenterden Town Station, Kent TN30 6HE kesr.org.uk Family Ticket O#er 6-10 June. Tickets reduced from £42 to £35 - valid for 2 Adults and 3 Children OR 1 Adult and 4 Children.

Cowpie Country Show

TOWN & COMMUNITYNCT SALES – supporting the National Childbirth Trust

LEATHERHEAD Saturday, 12 May 2-3.30pm (1.45pm members) Downsend School, 1 Leatherhead Rd, Leatherhead KT22 8TJ £1.50 Tel: 08442 43 61 83 www.nct.org.uk/leatherhead

DORKING Saturday, 23 June 10.15am-12noon (Members 10am) £1. North Holmwood Village Hall, Spook Hill RH5 4HHTel: 0844 243 6107 nct.org.uk/branches/dorking/

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Out and About


LEEDS CASTLE, Maidstone, Kent ME17 1PL Tel: 01622 765400 leeds-castle.com/events 5 - 10 June Jousting Tournament Medieval activities and family entertainment. Twice-daily jousting tournaments from knights on horseback. Craft activities for children.Adults; £19.75, Children £12.50.

THE HOP FARM thehopfarm.co.uk2-10 June ‘Jack and the Beanstalk Week’ Giant Beanstalk Hopscotch and Jumping Beans on the Giant Jumping Pillows. Live story book shows. Plus - the newly themed children’s driving school – ‘Farmula One’; Victorian carousel; Farmer Jack’s Magic Bean Factory; newly expanded Animal Farm and play areas. For Giant Discounts - Book tickets today!

SOUTH OF ENGLAND SHOW Thursday-Saturday, 7-9 June, All day. South of England Centre, Ardingly, West Sussex, RH17 6TL soec.co.uk One of the largest countryside shows in the South. Children’s farming and wildlife area, champion animals, Shetlands and shires, arena events, horticulture, crafts, shopping, animals, entertainment, a fun fair and much more. Tickets: £18, Children £7; under 5s go free. Family £40.

CLAREMONT LANDSCAPE GARDEN, Portsmouth Road, Esher KT10 9JG. Tel: 01372 467806nationaltrust.org/claremontSaturday 9 June - Float Your Boat Day Guildford Model Yacht Club’s miniature sail or model boats on the lake. 10.30am-4.30pm. NT members free.

Leeds Castle

Saturday June 23 and Sunday June 24 Strawberry Fair Food Festival at PRIORY FARM, Nut!eld. Plus face painting and tractor rides.23-24 June The Supercar Event in DUNSFOLD Top Gear Circuit in aid of The Children’s Trust thesupercarevent.com30 June & 1 July The Smallholders Show, SOUTH OF ENGLAND SHOWGROUND, Ardingly, West Sussex RH17 6TLTurn the smallest plot into your self-su$ciency dream, with everything you need for your smallholding. Poultry, sheep shearing, animal displays, produce and talks. Self su$ciency, beekeeping and other rural crafts. Food and craft stalls, bird displays and performances for children. Plus a Fun Dog show that any dog can join in. Music and funfair. Family ticket: £25Sunday, 1 July 12noon – 5pm GATTON COUNTRY FAIRgattonpark.com £4.50 adults, children free. Country crafts and demonstrations, children’s activities, gardens and grounds.

FATHER’S DAY – 17 JunePAINSHILL PARK, Portsmouth Rd, Cobham KT11 1JE Tel: 01932 868113 painshill.co.uk Sun, 17 June. 10.30am – 6pm. Fathers’ Day free entryKENT & EAST SUSSEX RAILWAY, Tenterden Town Station, Kent TN30 6HE kesr.org.uk Sun, 17 June. Father’s Day Treat for just £24.50 includes a return journey on vintage steam train and lunch or cream tea. Adult £15, OAP £14 Child £10 plus catering.HATCHLANDS PARK, East Clandon, Guildford GU4 7RT Sun, 17 June, 11am-4pm Have a Go Archery. 6+yrs. NT members free + £1.50 for 4 arrows. SISSINGHURST CASTLE, Biddenden Rd, Nr Cranbrook, Sissinghurst, Kent. TN17 2AB. Tel: 01580 710700. nationaltrust.org.uk/sissinghurst Sun, 17 June 10.30am to 5pm. Father’s Day beer tent, BBQ and games. NT members free.

CATERHAM & OXTED Saturday, 30 June 10.30am-12.30pm (10.15 members). £1.50 Oxted School, Bluehouse Lane, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 0AB. [email protected]

CHEEKY MONKEY SALES Entrance £1 Contact 07949 44 26 27

REIGATE Saturdays, 12 May and 16 June 9-11am. Now at Reigate Park Church, Park Lane East, o# Cockshott Hill, Reigate RH2 8BD

BANSTEAD Saturdays 19 May and 23 June, 9-11am. Youth Centre, The Horseshoe, Bolters Lane SM7 2BQ

HORLEY Saturday, 26 May, 9-11am St Francis Church, 84 Balcombe Rd, Horley RH6 8AY. LEATHERHEAD TOWN EVENTSFriday, 8 June Italian Food Market, High Street.Sunday, 24 June 2pm. Leatherhead Duck Race. Tel: Lucy: 01372 363652. www.visitleatherhead.com

SCHOOL FUNDRAISERSFetcham Village Infant School, School Lane. May Fair – Saturday, 12 May, 11am to 2pm. Face painting, stalls, Cafe, BBQ, Tavern and more.

Out and About


JUNE HALF TERM AND SUMMER HOLIDAYSALL-DAY PLAYSCHEMESBoer Hill Farm Summer Camp, South Nut!eld, nr RedhillSummer - last two weeks of August, 10am-3pm. Tel: 01737 822639 bowerhillfarm.co.uk

Monty’s Holiday Club at Manic Monsters 1-4, The Gardiner Business Park, Little Browns LaneEdenbridge TN8 6LH. 3mths-12yrs, 8am to 6pm. Tel: 01732 864 62910 mins fromLimps!eld, Oxted, Ling!eld and Dormansland. montysdaycare.co.uk

Downsend Lodges +and Downsend + at Downsend School, Leatherhead KT22 8TJ. Wednesday-Friday, 6-8 JuneActivities for 2-13 yr olds. 9am-4pm or 8am-5.50pm. Tel: 07899 011275 (2-5yrs). Tel: 01372 385403 / 07909 861280 (6-13yrs). downsend.co.uk

‘Fit For Sport’ at Dorking Sports Centre, Reigate Ro, Dorking, RH4 1SW. Call for dates. Extended Day 8.30am-5.30pm. £31 p/day £145 p/week. Tel: 0845 456 3233.!tforsport.co.uk

Shere Wild-Life Camp, Scout Hut, Goose Green, Shere GU5 9LL. Wed-Fri, 6-8 June. Den building, camp !re, kite making, outdoor games, woodland hunts. 9am-4.30pm or 8am-6pm. Bookings: Catherine Grigg 01483 238267. wild-lifecamps.co.uk

Adventure and Computer Holidays at The Mill nr Dorking RH5 5SJ. 4-14 yrs. 5-7 MayPony or Adventure Weekend £255 for 3 days residential. Wed-Fri, 6-8 June and summer holidays (residential option). Horse Riding, Adventure; Art, Craft, Cookery, Dance & Theatre; Junior Naturalist; Computing; Sport.£40 per day (£30 for early payment) 9.30am – 4.30pm. Su Jones Tel: 01306 711005. holiday-adventure.com

Mega Days at The Hawthorns, Pendell Court, Pendell Rd, Bletchingley RH1 4QJ. Half term & summer camp. 4-12 yrs. Tel: Ruth Chaplin 01883 743377.hawthorns.com/sports-centre

Kestrels Children’s Centre, Croydon Road, CaterhamCR3 6QHHoliday Playscheme for 3–11yr olds. 7.30am-6pm. Contact: Susan Fitzpatrick, 01883 348641kestrelschildrenscentre.co.uk

Reigate & Redhill YMCA Playscheme, Princes Rd, Redhill RH1 6JJ. Tel: 01737 779979. Half term and summer holidays. 10am-4pm or 8.45am-6pm. 5-12yrs.£15.30/ £22.95.Early booking discounts. Rhea Stephenson Tel: 01737 784977 ymcaredhill.com

YMCA Yippee Playscheme, Sovereign Centre, Woodhatch, Reigate. Activities for children with disability. Half term and summer holidays. 10am-4pm. 5-12 yrs. £14 per day.Emily Gri$ths, Tel: 01737 222859.

Cranbrook Adventurers School Holiday Club, Coppingham Cottage, 261 Balcombe Rd, Horley RH6 9EF. Half term and summer holidays. £35 per day; £145 per week. 4-11 yrs. Extended day 8am-6.30pm. Tel: 01293 823163. cranbrooknursery.co.uk

Charlwood House Holiday ClubCharlwood Road, Low!eld Heath, Crawley RH11 0QA . 4-11yrs. £17 am/pmAll day £32,hourly £4.Tel: 01293 565544.

ACTIVE ADVENTUREBlackland Farm, Grinstead Lane, East GrinsteadRH19 4HP. Day adventure activities for groups of six or more. 7+yrs. Rock climbing, Archery, Zip wire, Orienteering, Low ropes course, Nature walks. Canoeing. 120 acres. 9am-5pm daily. Tel: 01342810493. blacklandfarm.org.uk

Activ Camps at Cranmore Prep School, West Horsley, KT24 6AT. Summer holidays: 23 July – 10 August. Multi-activity camps for kids 4-14yrs. 8.30am - 4.30pm or extended day. Half day for 4 yr olds. Sibling discounts.Quad biking, aqua slides, dodgeball, in"atables, pool, crazy crash mats, orienteering, foam stick hockey. Call: 07896 54 60 67. activcamps.com

Summer holidays at Royal Russell School, Croydon and Sutton High School. Super Camps Day camps 8am to 6pm. RAW Camp: Trap Making, Advanced Navigation Skills and Wilderness First Aid. A Passion For..workshops. Popstars Academy.Arts courses. Call 01235 832222. supercamps.co.uk

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Camp Beaumont at Dunottar School Reigate & Claremont Fan Court School, Esher KT10 9LY. Summer holidays. Multi-activity day camp. 3-16yrs, 8.30am-5.30pm. From £42 per day. Clare Farmer Tel: 01263 823000. campbeaumont.co.uk/daycamps

Priory Events, Sandy Lane, Nut!eld RH1 4EJ. 8-15 yrs. Regular Multi Activity Days (MAD) through the holidays. I hr each - Obstacle Course, Archery & Quad Bike Challenge. 11am-3pm. Tel: 01737 822484.prioryevents.com

TAZ – The Adventure Zone - Holiday activities at Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development’s centres in Dorking, Guildford and nr Richmond. 8-11yrs and 11-16yrs. Tel: 01372 378901. surreycc.gov.uk/outdoorlearning

INTERNATIONAL CAMPSCamp Suisse - Alpine Adventure and Languages in Torgon, Swiss Alps. June – August, 7-17yrs. 1,2 or 3 week summer camps for girls and boys. 20% o# selected dates (28 July – 10 August) for Families Surrey East readers! Tel: 0845 5191031. campsuisse.com

CLIMBINGHigh Sports Climbing Centre, 6 Orchard Centre, Bonehurst Road, Salfords, Redhill RH1 5EL . Holiday taster sessions and fun days. Tel: 01293 822884. high-sports.co.uk

COOKERYSummer Workshops – Cookies Kitchen. 5-10 yrs.Leigh & Dorking. 10.30am – 12.30pm. £30 (Members £27.50).Call Maxine: 01892 853 272 or 07749 927 783.cookieskitchen.co.uk

CRICKETMini Cricket in Chinthurst School, Tadworth and Reigate St Mary’s. Fun introduction to cricket for boys and girls. Summer holidays: 3-4 & 5-7 yr olds. 2hrs £12 or £45/wk Tel: 01737 814399.minicrickets.co.uk

DANCE, DRAMA AND MUSICAL THEATRE Perform Drama Workshops, For 3-8 yrs in the summer holidays - Wizard of Oz. Call 0845 4001279 perform.org.uk

Stagecoach Leatherhead Summer Workshop at Leatherhead Trinity School, Woodville Road, KT22 7BP. 23-26 July. 4-18 yr olds. 4-7yrs: 9.30am-12noon. 7-18yrs 10am-4pm. Final day show. Tel: Allison Malone, Principal Tel: 020 8394 2244 / 07792 732105 stagecoach.co.uk/leatherhead

Stagecoach Theatre Arts, Dorking Summer Workshop at The Ashcombe School, Dorking. 30 July - 3 August. Little Performers, 4-7yr olds.Summer Holiday Workshop, 8-16yr olds. Sarah Martin Tel: 0800 007 5482. stagecoach.co.uk/dorking

Stagecoach Croydon at Croydon High School, Old Farleigh Rd, Selsdon, Croydon CR2 8YB. 23-27 July+ performance. Top Story, 4-6yrs and Grease is the Word, 6-18yrs. Rachel, Tel: 0845 265 7083 or 07986 781380. stagecoach.co.uk/croydon

Decide 2 Dance Street Dance Summer School at Ashcombe School, Dorking. 13 - 17 August, 10am-12.30pm + performance. 11+yrs. £55. Rachel Palmer Tel: 0845 450 5441or07855 941 229 thedancemovement.co.uk

Top Hat Screen & Stage School at County Theatre, Reigate College, Castle!eld Road, Reigate RH2 0SD (Also Carshalton) Tues-Sat, 7-11 August + performance. 4–17yrs. Bugsy Malone - Show in a Week! Tiny Toppers (4 & 5yrs) £100; Top Hatters (6-17yrs) £150.Sara DibleyTel: 01737 831184.tophatstageschool.co.uk

Inspire Academy of Dance Summer Camp at North Holmwood Village Hall. Dance, singing, acting and craft. Jo Crombleholme Tel: 07783 13 83 48 inspireacademyofdance.co.uk

Dance Focus June half term and Summer holiday Dance Camps in Reigate, Redhill and Dorking. 4-11yrs. 4yrs (half day); 5-11yrs (full day) From £13 per day. Tel: 0844 318 1700. sportsfocusuk.com

Dandelion Theatre Arts in Epsom. Diamond Jubliee dance workshop: 6-8 June, 10am to 3pm. Performance 9 June. 6-10yrs. £80. Jennai Alberts, Tel: 07785 974870. dandeliontheatrearts.co.uk

*Half day only for 4 year olds, please call before booking

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For 4-18 year olds, after school and at weekends.

ZUMBA CLASSES

BRING YOUR BABY 07725 581057 Redhill/Reigate.

Regular zumba classes also running.www.zumba"t-uk.co.uk

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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING FOOTBALLFootball Camps in Reigate, Redhill and Dorking. 4-8 June and Summer holidays. 2-11yrs. Half day or full day 5-11yrs. From £13 per day. Tel: 0844 318 1700. sportsfocusuk.com

KARTINGBambinos & Junior Karting, Daytona Sandown Park, Esher KT10 8AN. Tel: 0845 6445502. Karting most days in the holidays, 5-7yrs and 8+yrs. Booking essential. £55 per module. 8-15yrs. daytona.co.uk

LASER GAMESLaserHub, Spindle Way, Crawley, W Sussex RH10 1TG June half term and summer holidays: Mon – Fri 10am-5pm. Laser tag games and food. 7-11yrs 10am-1pm; 11-16yrs 2-5pm. £14pp or £25 for 2.Tel: 01293 548000. laserhub.co.uk

MOUNTAINBOARDINGRide The Hill Mountain Boarding, Sandy Lane, Nut!eld, RH1 4EJ. Tel: 0845 0944 360. Wed-Sun, 6-10 June and summer holidays. Taster sessions 8+yrs. 10am-6pm. From £16pp. ridethehill.com

RIDINGOrchard Cottage Riding Stables, Babylon Lane, Lower Kingswood KT206XA. June half term Fun Days £50 and summer holiday weekly courses.10.30am-3.30pm. 5+yrs.Beginners welcome. Hats provided. Bookings: 01737 241311.ocrs.co.uk

ROLLER SKATINGSunday family roller skating, YMCA Princes Rd, Earlswood nr Redhill.Tel: 01293 776266. Sundays, 11.30-12.30pm fun skating with skate hire. 12.30-1.30pm Lessons. 3 yrs to adult.Skate hire £1.50. Fun skate £2.80. Lesson £4.20.All in price £8. rrarsc.co.uk

SKIINGBowles Outdoor Centre, Eridge Green, Tunbridge Wells TN3 9LW. June half term and summer holidays: Ski courses £45/day. Snowboard courses. Rock climbing, Kayaking. Archery. 8 to 15yrs. Tel: 01892 665665.bowles.ac/skiing

TRAMPOLINING & GYMNASTICSSpring"t Gymnastics & Trampoline at Oakwood School, Horley. From 2+yrs. Adam ReynoldsTel: 07932 752081 spring!t.org

WATER SPORTSAqua Sports Mercers Park, Nut!eld Marsh Road Nr Redhill. June Half Term and Summer Holiday Courses. 2- And 4-Days. Sailing, Windsur!ng and Paddlesports. All levels. RYA & BCU accredited. 8-13yrs. From £99.Summer Camp Wet’n’Wild weekdays 23 July to 24 August. Fun and games on

and o# the water including ‘Ziggurat Wall’, ‘Peg Pole Forest’, and ‘Slacklining’. 8-13yrs. £55/day, £240/week. Tel: 01737 644288. aquasports.co.uk

SPORTS GENERALBorough of Reigate & Banstead sports tasters & workshops 7-15 yrs. Call Sue Sergeant, 01737 276700 [email protected]

EK Sports Camp at Greenacre School - Banstead. Summer Camp - Multisport Courses, Swimming, Art & Craft Workshop, Drama & Music Workshop, Football Academy. 4-15 yrs. Tel: 01372 210807.eksports.co.uk

Agon Sports Limps!eld Blues FC, Glebe Field, Limps!eld High St. Multisports & Activities. School years 1-6. Call: 0208 651 3319, 0750 433 2625. agonsports.co.uk

Y-Active Scheme, Sovereign Centre, Woodhatch, Reigate. Holiday sports activities . 5-13 yrs. From £15.30 per day. Shellie Villette, 01737 784977.

LEISURE CENTRESLeatherhead Leisure Centre Guildford Rd, Fetcham KT22 9BLJune half term: From Multi sports to mini Olympics. Soccer Camps 4-13yrs.Soft Play for <8s. Tel: 01372 387679. Also: Parkour Zach Carter Tel: 07527 273562. fusion-lifestyle.com

De Sta#ord Sports Centre Caterham. June half term: Meet the Queen creative movement workshop, 3-6yrs. Trampolining, 5-14yrs.Biathlon Run & Swim, 10-16yrs. Shooting & Fencing, 10-16yrs.Dance and !lm project at The Arc, 7+yrs. Summer courses 23 July – 3 September. Tel: 01883 344355.tandridgetrust.co.uk

Tandridge Leisure CentreJune half term: A Royal Invitation, 6-11yrs. Space Create5-8yrs.Our June’s Midsummer at Ling!eld Village Church, all ages. Summer courses 23 July – 3 September: Tel: 01883 716717. tandridgetrust.co.uk

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