Primary Times Birmingham and Black Country Back to School 2018
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8what's on where<br />
Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly<br />
Farm is delighted <strong>to</strong> announce<br />
that they have joined forces with<br />
local award-winning attractions,<br />
Shakespeare’s <strong>School</strong>room<br />
<strong>and</strong> The Mad Museum, <strong>to</strong> offer<br />
a ‘Family Super Saver’ ticket<br />
for two adults <strong>and</strong> up <strong>to</strong> two<br />
children. This fantastic value ticket<br />
at £57.00, allows entrance in<strong>to</strong> all<br />
three attractions at one great price.<br />
Each attraction offers a unique visi<strong>to</strong>r<br />
experience, allowing you <strong>and</strong> your<br />
family <strong>to</strong> immerse yourselves in<br />
nature, science <strong>and</strong> his<strong>to</strong>ry. Families<br />
may use the ticket for one visit <strong>to</strong><br />
each attraction, with a month in which<br />
<strong>to</strong> use it. Tickets may be purchased<br />
from any of the three venues.<br />
<strong>Primary</strong> <strong>Times</strong> BACK TO SCHOOL Issue <strong>2018</strong> | www.primarytimes.co.uk/birmingham<br />
Children’s Market<br />
Hat<strong>to</strong>n <strong>Country</strong> World CV35 8XA<br />
www.childrens-markets.co.uk<br />
10am-5pm A market place <strong>to</strong> buy all<br />
kinds of wonderful things for babies <strong>and</strong><br />
children up <strong>to</strong> the age of 12 years plus<br />
find out about some great local activities<br />
<strong>and</strong> classes in the area. There will also be<br />
a range of craft activities for the children<br />
<strong>to</strong>o! Free.<br />
Heritage Open Days<br />
As<strong>to</strong>n Hall B6 6JD<br />
www.heritageopendays.org.uk<br />
11am-4pm Follow in the footsteps of<br />
royalty <strong>and</strong> visit one of the last great<br />
Jacobean houses <strong>to</strong> be built. As<strong>to</strong>n Hall is a<br />
magnificent seventeenth century red-brick<br />
mansion situated in a picturesque public<br />
park on the north side of <strong>Birmingham</strong>.<br />
Heritage Open Days<br />
Blakesley Hall B25 8RN<br />
www.heritageopendays.org.uk<br />
11am-4pm Join experts from the<br />
<strong>Birmingham</strong> <strong>and</strong> Warwickshire<br />
Archaeological Society in a leisurely 2.5<br />
mile stroll around the village of Yardley.<br />
Discover the hidden his<strong>to</strong>ry of the area<br />
including two medieval moats that<br />
once surrounded manor houses, ridges<br />
remaining from medieval ploughing, <strong>and</strong><br />
the his<strong>to</strong>ric buildings of old Yardley.<br />
16 Sep<br />
Heritage Open Day<br />
<strong>Birmingham</strong> Botanical Gardens B15 3TR<br />
www.birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk<br />
Come <strong>and</strong> explore the <strong>Birmingham</strong><br />
Botanical Gardens, bring a picnic <strong>and</strong><br />
enjoy the beautiful scenery. An idyllic way<br />
<strong>to</strong> spend a Sunday with the family. Free.<br />
Autumn Event<br />
Martineau Gardens B5 7UG<br />
www.martineau-gardens.org.uk<br />
11am-3pm Apple pressing, seasonal<br />
produce, children’s wildlife activities <strong>and</strong><br />
live music from local b<strong>and</strong>s. Entry £3.<br />
Heritage Weekend<br />
Soho House B18 5LB<br />
www.birminghammuseums.org.uk<br />
Join us <strong>to</strong> celebrate Soho House’s Heritage<br />
Open Day.<br />
19 Sep<br />
MAG Babies<br />
<strong>Birmingham</strong> Museum <strong>and</strong> Art Gallery B3<br />
3DH<br />
www.birminghammuseums.org.uk<br />
10:30am-12:30pm Join us for our regular<br />
on gallery early years stay <strong>and</strong> play<br />
session. Creative, interactive <strong>and</strong> sensory<br />
play <strong>and</strong> fun with colours, textures <strong>and</strong><br />
sounds. Designed for babies <strong>and</strong> <strong>to</strong>ddlers<br />
aged 6 months <strong>to</strong> 3 years <strong>to</strong> play <strong>and</strong><br />
interact with a parent or caregiver. Free,<br />
book online.<br />
20 Sep – 22 Sep<br />
Rear View by IOU<br />
Coventry Transport Museum CV1 1JD<br />
www.transport-museum.com<br />
12-2:30pm Rear View is a unique interactive<br />
experience for all audiences where the<br />
streets of Coventry become part of the<br />
performance. This exciting experience is<br />
taken on a cus<strong>to</strong>m-made conversion of a<br />
double decker bus, a mobile audi<strong>to</strong>rium<br />
which turns the City <strong>to</strong>wn in<strong>to</strong> a stage,<br />
taking you onan unforgettable journey<br />
where familiar <strong>and</strong> not so familiar places<br />
are brought <strong>to</strong> life. Age recommendation<br />
11+.<br />
22 Sep – 23 Sep<br />
Autumn Gift <strong>and</strong> Craft Market<br />
Ban<strong>to</strong>ck House Museum WV3 9LQ<br />
www.wolverhamp<strong>to</strong>nart.org.uk<br />
12pm This is the perfect opportunity<br />
<strong>to</strong> come along <strong>and</strong> purchase unique<br />
wares from the many local crafters<br />
<strong>and</strong> enterprises. Floristry, home wares,<br />
pho<strong>to</strong>graphy, confectionary <strong>and</strong> baked<br />
goods, illustration, needlework, woodwork,<br />
vintage <strong>and</strong> contemporary jewellery,<br />
fashion accessories, fused glass, children’s<br />
books, pamper products, personalised gifts,<br />
luxury h<strong>and</strong>made c<strong>and</strong>les, ceramics <strong>and</strong><br />
more!<br />
The FAB Worlds of Anderson<br />
The National Space Centre LE4 5NS<br />
spacecentre.co.uk<br />
We celebrate the fantastic legacy of Gerry<br />
And Sylvia Anderson in this very special<br />
weekend. With special guests <strong>and</strong> fun<br />
activities, there’s something for everyone!<br />
23 Sep<br />
Car Rally<br />
Red House Glass Cone DY8 4AZ<br />
www.dudley.gov.uk<br />
11am-4pm Come along <strong>to</strong> our car rally!<br />
Suitable for ages 4+. Free.<br />
Fun In The Park<br />
Tudor Grange Park B91 3LU<br />
www.solihull.gov.uk<br />
11am-5pm The annual charity fundraising<br />
event returns. Organised by the<br />
Soroptimists <strong>and</strong> featuring entertainment<br />
including a dog show, classic car show,<br />
cycling events <strong>and</strong> an arena with shows <strong>and</strong><br />
performances from talented local dancers<br />
<strong>and</strong> musicians, this event is fun for all the<br />
family! Local artisans <strong>and</strong> charities will also<br />
have stalls at the event. Price: adults £3,<br />
under 16s £1.<br />
24 Sep<br />
Foster With Us<br />
Wednesbury Library WS10 9EH<br />
www.s<strong>and</strong>well.gov.uk<br />
8am <strong>and</strong> 5pm Foster With Us – our free,<br />
monthly, fostering information event. Meet<br />
the team <strong>and</strong> find out about fostering with<br />
S<strong>and</strong>well Children’s Trust. It’s a chance <strong>to</strong>
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