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about the lives of those who lived here during
the Second World War and enjoy a hands-on
approach to history. Enjoy short art talks
throughout the afternoon by our passionate
volunteers, and get stuck in making some art of
your own: suitable for all ages and all abilities.
Free event, normal admission charges apply.
T: 01295 670266 www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Junior Chorus Auditions
Royal Spa Centre, CV32 4HN
FREE EVENT 9:30am DO YOU HAVE STAR QUALITY?
DO YOU LOVE TO PERFORM? If so and would love
to be part of this pantomime this Christmas come
along to the open auditions for the Junior Chorus.
The Auditions are open to all children aged 9-16
years. For application form T: 01926 334418
www.warwickdc.gov.uk
Open Day
Charlecote Mill, CV35 8BB
11:00am-5:00pm See for yourself how flour
is milled in the traditional way at this historic
Watermill. Adults £3.50 Child £2.
T: 01789 842072 www.charlecotemill.co.uk
Polo in the Park
Dallas Burston Polo Club, Stoneythorpe Estate,
Southam, CV47 2DL
FREE ENTRY 11:00am-5:00pm Bring a picnic, a
couple of chairs and settle down for an afternoon
of polo and exciting exhibitions, including the
Knights of Middle England. Enjoy plenty of
children’s activities and a vintage car show from
Wolston Motor Group!
T: 019 2681 1111 www.ixlevents.com
Sue Pike Equine and Animal Rescue
(SPEAR) Open Day
Cotswold House, CV35 8JN
11;00am Open Day with Donkey Driving,
Dressage Demo, Heavy Horse, Fun Dog Show
(registration at 1:00pm) and Rescued Pony
Parade for the SPEAR Animal charity event that
specialises mostly, although not exclusively, in the
care of equines and other large animals. Adults
£2.50, Child £3.
T: 01926 842129 www.spearcharity.org.uk
17 Sept
Family Workshop - King Lear
Royal Shakespeare Theatre, CV37 6BB
10:00am-11:30am Introduce your family to
Shakespeare in a fun and active workshop.
We approach the play from the first day of
rehearsal, exploring Shakespeare’s plays
and characters on our feet and speaking the
language. No previous acting experience or
knowledge of the play is necessary. Suitable
for ages 8+. Please note that children must be
accompanied by an adult. Adults £5 Child £3.50.
Booking essential. T: 0844 8001144
www.rsc.org.uk
RSPCA Coventry, Nuneaton and District
Branch Paws in the Park
Coventry’s War Memorial Park, CV3 6PT
11:00am-1:00pm Sponsored 3km dog
walk. Stalls for you to browse and fun for
all the family. Registration £10 includes a
t-shirt for the dog walker and a certificate of
completion. T: 024 7633 6616 www.RSPCAcoventryandnuneaton.org.uk/events
Tractor Folk
Coventry Transport Museum, CV1 1JD
FREE EVENT 1:00pm-2:30pm Live acoustic
musical performance from Willow and Tool
Band on our Village Green. This is kindly
supported by Michael McEntee and the Big
Comfy Bookshop. T: 024 7623 4270
www.transport-museum.com
Wildlife Watch : Harvest Bonanza
National Memorial Arboretum, DE13 7AR
2:00pm-4:00pm We will be collecting fruit and
nuts from trees and shrubs in the Arboretum
to create a harvest bonanza. Child £1. Booking
essential. T: 01283 245100
www.thenma.org.uk
World Record Attempt
Upton House and Gardens, OX15 6HT
See event details 10 Sept. T: 01295 670266
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
17 – 18 Sept
Autumn Watch Weekend
Lower Drayton Farm, ST19 5RE
10:00am-5:00pm Love nature? Want to learn
about the wildlife that calls the farm home?
Look at everything from wild birds to mammals
and insects while they’re busily preparing for
the winter months ahead. T: 01785 330757
www.lowerdraytonfarm.co.uk
Children’s Market
Hatton Country World, CV35 8XA
10:00am-5:00pm A market place to buy all
kinds of wonderful things for babies and
children up to the age of 12 years plus find out
about some great local activities and classes in
the area. There will also be a range of activities
for the children too! T: 01926 843411
www.hattonworld.com
Potato Shindig
Hatton Adventure World, CV35 8XA
See event details 10-11 Sept. T: 01926 843411
www.hattonworld.com
17 Sept – 15 Oct
Kids Run Free
St Nicholas Park, CV34 4QY
FREE EVENT 9:00am Get the kids up and
running on the first and third Saturday of the
month. There are specific distances for each
age group ranging from 50m-1km. Whether
your child is the next Olympic champion or
just starting to find their running legs there
is something to suit everyone. Suitable for
children up to 16 years old. To register
T: 07711 349592
www.kidsrunfree.co.uk
18 Sept
Fun In The Park
Tudor Grange Leisure Centre and Park, B91 3LU
11:00am-5:00pm This annual charity
fundraising event organised by Soroptimist
is fun for all the family. There is dog show, a
classic car show, cycling events and an arena
with shows and displays from talented local
groups and artists. Adults £2, Child £1, Family
£5. T: 0121 704 8000
www.funinthepark-solihull.co.uk
Octavian Droobers Orienteering event -
Tony Haw Score
Elmdon Park, B92 9EJ
FREE EVENT FOR CHILDREN 10:00am-12:30pm
Do you and your family enjoy walking,
jogging or running? Try the outdoor adventure
navigation sport of orienteering with courses
from 1km to 6km, easy to advanced, to suit
all abilities and ages from 5 to 85! Help is
available to all newcomers. A large scale map
and electronic timer are also provided - bring a
compass if you have one. Adults £5. £1 for the
hire of a timer. T: 01926 632189.
www.octavian-droobers.org
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