Primary Times Nottinghamshire Summer 18

Primary Times Nottinghamshire
WHAT’S ON WHERE
Summer Sessions Available
Summer of Monster Fun at
Gulliver’s
See the characters of Hotel
Transylvania 3: AMonster Vacation
at Gulliver’s Theme Parks this
summer. Use the voucher in this
magazine for £59 family entry.
Enjoy amassive selection of rides
and attractions across three great
locations. Gulliver’s rides and
attractions are perfect for children
aged 2 to 13. Join the characters of
Hotel Transylvania 3 a t Gulliver’s
Warrington, Milton Keynes and
Matlock Bath from Saturday 7th
CHILDREN
AND
ADULT
Dance Classes.
Fitness Classes.
Holiday Clubs & Parties
CHILDREN CLASSES
STREET/ HIP HOP
BALLET, TAP
MUSICAL THEATRE
CONTEMPORARY
ADULT CLASSES
YOGA, PILATES,
CIRCUIT,
BOOTCAMP,
AEROBICS, RAVE FIT
CALL: 07796352969
www.simplydancenottingham.co.uk
July until Sunday 2nd
Discover a summer of monster fun
only at Gulliver’s Theme Parks. Please
see voucher for offer terms and
conditions. www.gulliversfun.co.uk
26 Jul – 4 Sep
Summer Fun
Newstead Abbey Historic House and
Gardens NG15 8NA
www.newsteadabbey.org.uk
Boatswain was Lord Byron’s favourite
dog. Why not pick up your Boatswain trail
and explore Newstead’s Abbeys gardens.
Follow the trail around grounds and match
the characters to famous books.
27 Jul
Family Friday: Egyptians
Museum and Art Gallery DE1 1BS
www.derbymuseums.org
10-11:30am This week we are travelling
to ancient Egypt for a day of mummy
mayhem. FREE. Donations welcome. Drop
in session. Suitable for ages 5+.
Wildplay Friday: Wetland Wander
Whistlestop Centre DE4 3PT
www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
11am-3pm Enjoy awild summer holidays
learning all about nature! Join us every
Friday at The Whistlestop Centre, Matlock
Bath for nature themed days of games, activities,
crafts and trails for families. There is
plenty to keep the kids outdoors, interested
and wild all summer. £4 for everything or
pay as you go. Suitable for all ages up to
15. Drop in.
Mansfield Summer Festival
King George VPark NG18 4JT
www.mansfield.gov.uk
10am-3pm This year, the Mansfield Summer
Festival is set to be bigger and better
with more free activities to keep your family
entertained over the summer holidays.
There’s something for all the family - including
the dog! T: 01623 463376.
28 Jul
Children’s Bread Baking
Green’s Windmill NG2 4QB
www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk
11am-2pm The summer holiday events programme
starts in style with abread baking
session for children -bake your very own
delicious bread in our baking workshop! For
ages 3+. £4 per child. Booking essential. T:
0115 915 6878.
Sunnyhill Family Fun Day
Caxton Park DE23 8BE
www.derby.gov.uk
12-4pm Family fun day with packed
activities for all the family, including bouncy
castles, stalls with information, games,
special guest appearances. Food and drink
is available in the community centre for a
charge, along with raffle, tombola, lucky dip
and more. FREE.
Mischief Makers Fun Day with
Horrid Henry
Mansfield Central Library NG18 1NH
www.inspireculture.org.uk/whats-on
10:30am-3pm Celebrate some of the
most mischievous characters from
children’s books at our Mischief Makers
Fun Day. Join in with craft activities
and take part in the library joke hunt
throughout the day. Plus, say hello to
Horrid Henry at our special mischief-making
story sessions at 11am,
12.30pm and 2pm. For ages 4+. Just
drop by
Dance 4inthe Park
King Edward Park NG3 2AR
www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/events
10am-4pm Save the date for a fantastic
summer family day in King Edward Park,
directly opposite iC4C. Do not miss the
chance to watch live performances and
explore the park. FREE.
28 Jul – 11 Aug
War Poetry Festival
The Workhouse NG25 0PT
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
12-4pm The Workhouse poetry festival this
year will focus on war poetry from WW1
including poetry from men and women.
There will be contemporary poetry from
recent conflicts, to reflect upon. The work
will be distributed around the house with
the opportunity to write your own masterpiece.
FREE, normal admission applies.
28 Jul – 1 Sep
Beeston-On-Sands
At the Old Bus Station, Beeston
NG9 2JL
www.lleisure.co.uk
10am-6pm Let LLeisure bring the
beach to you! Giant sand area, children’s
rides, bar area, hot food, more to be
announced. FREE entry, rides from £1
per person.
Craft activities
Hardwick S44 5QJ
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
11am-4pm Join in the bee, butterfly and
dragonfly inspired craft activity in the Hardwick
stableyard, and make something to
take home. Small donation required.
28 Jul – 2 Sep
Summer of Spies
National Civil War Centre NG24 1JY
www.nationalcivilwarcentre.com
11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and
4pm Join us for some extra-special
espionage themed actvities this holiday
with Summer of Spies! Hear two of
the Civil War’s top secret agents spill
all their secrets and create your own
spectacular spy kit. Family crafts every
day 10am-4pm. T: 01636 655765.
30 Jul
Family Fun Day
Archbishop’s Palace NG25 0HQ
www.archbishopspalace
southwell.org.uk
10:30am-3:30pm Pop in to enjoy a day
of our themed school holiday trail along
with crafts, games and activities for
children and their carers. FREE entry,
refreshments available, all welcome
and no booking needed.
Mischief Makers Fun Day with
Horrid Henry
Worksop Library S80 2BP
www.inspireculture.org.uk/whats-on
10:30am-3pm Celebrate some of the
most mischievous characters from
children’s books at our Mischief Makers
Fun Day. Join in with craft activities
and take part in the library joke hunt
throughout the day. Plus, say hello to
Horrid Henry at our special mischief-making
story sessions at 11am,
12.30pm and 2pm. For ages 4+. Drop in.
Centuries Family Day
Southwell Minster NG25 0HD
www.southwellminster.org
11am-4pm Join Robin Hood and friends
for historical crafts, activities, music,
stories, archery, refreshments and
more. Picnics welcome!
30 Jul – 1 Aug
Outdoor Soft Ball Cricket
Keyworth Cricket Club NG12 5GE
www.littlewickets.com
Fun, skills, and games. For all primary
school children, ages 4-11. Book online.
T: 0115 924 8476.
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SUMMER 2018
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