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Easter Holiday 2017 : Contents
Editor’s Letter
Hello! Welcome to the Easter issue.
Now that the days are lengthening
there is so much more time for
outdoor activities. As a result of the
Primary Times Star Awards and
reader suggestions of places to go, we set off to find
out more about Paper Mill Lock. See page 20 for what
we found. We are always keen to champion fun for
free and fun for all, this ticked both boxes.
We are fortunate to have so many fabulous
museums in Essex. In this issue we highlight some of
the ones which are especially family friendly. Check out
the museum feature on page 12 to plan a visit.
For parents who are deciding on which school to
choose for their child, turn to page 21 for our Schools
Special. We publish all school open day dates as part
of our secondary schools feature in the September
‘Back to School’ issue.
Happy Easter! Look out for the next magazine in May.
Bridie Cousins, Assistant Editor
News Around
Roundabout
Spring Gardening for Kids
Family Fun in Essex Museums
Schools Special
Growing up Digital
Bookstore
Theatre
Competitions
Loopy Library
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Publisher: Nick Cousins | Editor: Rachel Keir
Assistant Editor: Bridie Cousins
Advertising: Andrea Darlington & Sarah Hamilton
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Listings & Social Media Editor: Zoe Cannon
(listings@ptessex.co.uk)
Contributors: Catherine Hammond, Anne Longfield OBE
& Debbie Williams
Artwork & Design: Jackie Bourne
Calling all
active & energetic
boys and girls!
NON-CONTACT RUGBY FOR 2-6 YR OLDS
Fun non-contact rugby classes held across
Essex, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire and London.
Serious Fun, Inspiring Coaching
New Venues opening near you!
Please check website for more details
FIRST
SESSION
FREE!
View the magazine online at www.primarytimes.net/essex
Contact us for details: 0330 0881172
www.littlescrummers.com
Primary Times, North & Mid Essex • Easter Holiday 2017
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