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FAMILYtalk 5 Contents

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Best summer ever
What’s on in the summer Holidays
Yorkshire’s Attractions
Indoor and outdoor fun
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Welcome

HI everyone and welcome to the summer notice that the lions share of the space is
given over to things to do and see which
edition of Smalltalk. means that our OUT&ABOUT section is
I always look forward to the summer packed. Full with all the areas attractions
and activities to keep everyone busy.
holidays but I also understand that for
some people it is a logistical nightmare. If you haven’t already done so don’t
Childcare is probably the biggest forget to check out our new online
headache for parents who both work. And Smalltalk Webzine. Still with all the same
let’s face it most of us do now. We have a great stuff as in the printed version but
great little article from our regular features with much more. Loads of good advice
writer Anisa Lewis giving us her best 3 about all things parenting. Competitions
tips for making this summer the best ever. and giveaways, offers, discounts and
Forward planning seems to play a big part coming soon is a location-based events,
so have a read and see what you think. It attractions and things to do section.
might just make your life a little easier. You will simply be able to search for
things to do from any device, wherever
The weather has been a little up and you are. Have a look at the site at www.
down compared to last year but let’s smalltalkmag.co.uk and if you like you can
be optimistic and hope for some balmy subscribe and get parenting “stuff” straight
summer days. Ahh, birds singing, crickets to your inbox. Don’t worry we won’t
chirping, the smell of suntan lotion. Whilst bombard you with junk and you can easily
on the subject of chirping crickets, did unsubscribe at any time.
you know that you can roughly gauge the
air temperature by counting the number Anyway, I hope you all enjoy this edition
of chirps? Apparently, if you count how and have a brilliant summer. If you are
many chirps there are over 25 seconds going away on your holidays have a great
then divide by 3 and add 4 it will tell you time, maybe take your Smalltalk along to
the temperature in Celsius. Interesting eh? read by the pool! Happy reading!
Tell the kids they will love that and all their
mates will think they are really clever.

So enough science, what’s inside? As
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FAMILYtalk
The importance
of getting back
to nature

When we were kids all the
fun was outdoors

MUMS would complain about mucky that seems to have stunted our children’s totally be themselves. Camp Xplode is just
sense of adventure. More and more that.
clothes and we’d complain about having time is screen time, which means less
to come in for tea. We learned about our time outdoors, with friends (real, non- It’s the sort of place that makes the
environment without consciously learning. Facebook friends), using their imagination great outdoors even greater. Every day at
And as a result, we know how to make or engaging with nature. In fact, in the last Camp Xplode is bursting with adventure.
the perfect mud pie, how to climb a tree year, a massive 64% of children played Children take part in activities such as
and how to build an amazing den (secret outside less than once a week. (According sports, drama, crafts, games, bushcraft;
password, optional). to a survey by TV channel Eden) picking up life-long skills without even
realising. Free-range fun, at its best. Isn’t
However these days it’s harder than Let’s get kids outdoors. But what about that what being a kid’s all about?
ever to distract our children from a the worry of strangers, traffic or heaven Get ready for an adventure!
screen. What with phones, tablets and forbid the risk of them getting dirty? The Summer Camps: 8 July - 25 August
TVs; gaming, YouTube, Netflix and Social solution seems simple – a natural, safe More info: www.campxplode.co.uk
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OUT&ABOUTtalk

3 tips to help you
have the best
summer ever

By Anisa Lewis - Positive Parenting Coach

Are you looking forward to summer or
dreading it? Anisa gives us three of her top
tips to help you have the best one ever

EXCITED that perhaps the pace is the diary and if there are any expectations Chores, how is everyone going to help
for the family to chip in and help out now out? Is it going to be on a rotation or will
slower, you have a family holiday booked that they are not at school for 7 hours a everyone take on specific jobs? If this is
and there will be lots of happy memories day.  a foreign concept to your household, it is
made. It might be within this meeting that you now time to change this! 
OR  create a list of all the things you may wish Cooking - weekly menus, who is going to
Perhaps worried that the pace is slower, to do over the Summer, allowing you to cook what, will you teach your children to
you have a family holiday booked and add to it and cross items off as they are cook a meal? Who will clean up? 
there will be lots of juggling of childcare done as the Summer progresses. It gives Homework - do your kids have Summer
and the expense, don’t get me started on your Summer more of a purpose and homework to get through or do you have
that one. perhaps everything does not need to fall some educational/academic material you
For me, the best Summer’s come when on your shoulders to organise. Each week want them to work through? Are they
there has been a bit of forward planning you could come together as a family and going to do it on a particular day each
when I switch my attitude to more of a ‘go decide what things from the list you are week or is it better to do 20 minutes a
with the flow’ style and I focus on memory going to do that week. The list should day? 
making and connection rather than big include low cost, no cost items such as Reading - Will you have a family reading
grand gestures.  picnics, walks and board games. time? Are you going to keep track of
the books they have read in some way,
HERE ARE MY 3 TOP TIPS Tip 2 perhaps by setting up a reading paper
TO GET THROUGH THE Family Rules for the Summer chain and each time they read a book, an
SUMMER BETTER THAN YOU How do you feel about household rules? agreed number of pages etc, they get to
WENT IN!  Mission statements? Non-negotiables? add a chain on by the end of the Summer
For me regardless of the title it is more it will be a lovely way for them to reflect
Tip 1 of an agreement, a discussion between back on their achievements.
Summer Planning - Family Meeting everyone to agree a way forward. It is best Are there going to be expectations around
Success really is in the planning. I am to do this in advance so there is already their bedrooms? Beds made? Toys put
not talking planning to the tiniest detail a pre-agreed set of non-negotiables away?
where there is no room for spontaneity for you and your kids so that when Sibling fighting, what will you tolerate
or responding to something unexpected misunderstandings arise, as we know they and what is going to end up with a
that has cropped up. I am referring to will and when our kids are pushing our consequence?
having a loose plan, a way forward, where boundaries everyone already knows where Bedtimes, are your kids allowed to stay up
everyone has had a say and you make a they stand.  later over the Summer months?
plan together.  Things you may wish to think about, Add anything else you like to the list that
A Family Meeting is a great way to do discuss and decide in advance could be: resonates for your family
this. Schedule a meeting time in the next TV, phones, gaming consoles, computer
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Tip 3
Consistency
Summer is a great time for rules and routines to fly out of the window as
everyone is in a more relaxed mindset and if this works for your household,
no problem at all. 
In most households, a little bit of routine and consistency goes a long way.
How will you bring more consistency to your family this Summer? 
Whatever we focus on in our parenting grows, so if you consistently notice
your kids being naughty, answering back, fighting and you comment,
shout and tell them off, like it or not it will continue to be part of what is
seen. If you focus on praising your kids, noticing when they are playing
calmly, being nice to their brother or eating with a knife and fork rather
than their fingers and you comment on this, you guessed it you will see
more reasons to notice them for the right reasons. Your kids will respond
and want to be in theory noticed for the positive and stress levels go
down.  
If you give a threat, follow through on it as your kids will see through you if
you don’t they will know that they can get away with things. Be consistent. 
Praise your kids, not just for the end product but for the process. Be
consistent. 
If you decide on Summer Rules, as mentioned above. Be consistent.
If you decide you will have a weekly family meeting to discuss the week
ahead, do it. Be consistent.
I think you get the idea! 

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Summer fun
with Leeds
Museums &
Galleries

FROM jumping through the hay bale maze at Lotherton to being

inspired by Yorkshire Sculpture International at Leeds Art Gallery, there are
fun-filled days out across all of our attractions this summer. We’ve picked
out some of our highlights for the holidays, so you can spend more time
enjoying your visit.

Make marvellous music at Leeds City Museum and encounter
monsters in the mansion at Temple Newsam. Take part in roarsome crafts
and swashbuckling trails at Abbey House Museum, then pack a picnic
and head across to Kirkstall Abbey to meet Barry the dragon.

Leeds Industrial Museum and Thwaite Watermill are joining up for their
Vintage Bus Day once again, jump on board to discover Leeds’ industrial
heritage. Book a spot on a free weekly workshop at the incredible Leeds
Discovery Centre and be amazed by some of our 1.3million objects. 

To see our full list of events, exhibitions and activities,
visit museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk

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HEAD to The Piece Hall in Halifax for a fun-filled summer

programme of family-friendly events.
Highlights include the town’s inaugural Wellbeing &

Community Festival, and a special day of music, food and
children’s activities to celebrate The Piece Hall’s second
anniversary since re-opening.

Foodies can feast on street cuisine from across the world
at Chow Down, taking place over two weekends. Street
entertainers will take centre stage at the free Sunday Street
Festival featuring slapstick, circus, music and dance. Kids can
get creative at the Coloured Earth International Pavement Art
Festival which will see the courtyard transformed into an open-
air gallery of temporary artworks.

The summer programme culminates in an open-air
spectacle, ‘Fiers a Cheval’; a dreamlike, playful night-time show
featuring a fairy tale herd of glowing white horses created by
French outdoor theatre specialists, Compagnie des Quidams.
Not to be missed!

There is also a whole programme of summer holiday
workshops offering everything from face painting to hot air
balloon making. No trip is complete without a visit to The Piece
Hall’s treasure trove of high quality, unique shops and boutiques
celebrating all things independent and artisan.
For more dates and more info:
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Summer
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Monday 22 July - Sunday 1 September

From messy play and outdoor adventures to
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join us for family fun, come rain or shine.

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Classical Alfresco
family fun day dining

ST GEMMA’S Big Family Fun Day is coming back to Temple IF you are looking for the perfect spot for alfresco dining, look no further

Newsam on Saturday 3rd August and it promises to be even bigger and than Clocktower at Rudding Park. Relax on the large south-facing
better than ever. terrace and experience the alfresco lunch menu followed by a walk in the
beautiful gardens. Perfect for families, younger guests can discover the
Featuring a whole host of stalls, games, food vendors, fun fair rides, Secret Garden with a range of garden games.
inflatables, climbing wall and bar, plus the ever popular display of classic
cars and vehicles there’s something for everyone to enjoy. A highlight on the menu are six new ‘Clocktower bowls’ packed full of
flavour and perfect at this time of year including the ‘Crayfish Bowl’ with
Grace Wright, Events Fundraiser at St Gemma’s Hospice said, ‘We’re mango, chilli, coriander, puffed wild rice and mixed baby leaf and the
really excited to be bringing our Big Family Fun Day and Classic Car ‘Salt Beef Bowl’ with comte cheese, balsamic onions, gherkins, pickle
Show back to Temple Newsam once again this year. Over 6,000 people and sour cream. Plus, with a children’s menu offering popular favourites
attended last year and we’re hoping that even more people will come and there’s something to suit everyone.
visit us again this year.’ Find out more at ruddingpark.co.uk

The event is open from 10am – 4pm, entry is by donation and there’s
free parking on site.
For more information visit www.event.st-gemma.co.uk

Creating

memories

A LittleLions-Rugby themed birthday party is a fantastic fun-filled way to

celebrate your child’s birthday and an ideal activity for children who love
to burn off energy, run around, play games and have fun with their friends.

Parties can be arranged outdoors in local parks. Indoor parties can
be arranged too where space allows. Parties are suited to both girls and
boys between the ages of 2.5 and 7 years old.

What’s really great about a LittleLions-Rugby party is that the day
lives on much longer than just the day. The birthday boy/girl and all their
friends will go home lots of new skills and happy memories from their
party experience

Put a smile on your child’s face and give them a party to remember!
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songs including Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You’ve Got to
Pick-a-Pocket or Two, I’d Do Anything, Oom Pah Pah and many more.

The workshops run from 12th to 16th August at Sherburn High School
and are open to anyone aged 3 to 16, with no experience necessary.
Rehearsals start Monday morning, and the finished performance is
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Slime, rockets,
volcanoes, hot
air balloons

THERE are lots happening this summer at Magna Science Adventure

Centre. Make a splash in AQUA-TEK, one of the region’s largest splash
parks or race to the finish line on a GIANT Scalextric track! Each week
during the summer holidays we’ll be featuring a different hands-on
workshop from Slime to Rockets, and Volcanoes to Hot Air Balloons!

Plus we’ve got some great events planned to entertain all ages….
Magna Mayhem, Yorkshire’s best indoor inflatable adventure zone is
back for the summer holidays from Monday 5th to Friday 9th and Monday
12th to Friday 16th August. Kids can bounce, boing, jump, slide, bop and
boogie for a full 75 mins of high adrenaline fun. Our purpose-built indoor
world of adventure is a safe environment for children of all ages to let off
steam and be active during the school holidays. 
From Tuesday 20th to Friday 23rd August, join us in Magna’s Big Hall
for Borris and Norris’ Magic Laboratory, an electrifying, laugh out loud
magic show! Come and see what chaos occurs as these two scientists
attempt to create magical fun and frolics in their Magic Science Laboratory.
Advance booking is recommended as some sessions do sell out
quickly.
For more info www.visitmagna.co.uk/whats-on

20 July – 1 Sept! Sue Ryder Wheatfields
Hospice
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Hello Universe Andromeda in ultraviolet, 2009. NASA’s Swift
satellite acquired the highest-resolution view of a
neighboughring spiral galaxy ever attained in the
ultraviolet. © NASA/Swift/Stefan Immler (GSFC) and
Erin Grand (UMCP)

JULY marks the 50th anniversary of Exhibition curator, Annie Jamieson, chance to create an interstellar message.
said: “This exhibition looks at some of Visitors can see a half-size scale model
NASA’s Apollo 11 mission broadcasting the incredible technology that’s been of NASA’s first Mars lander, and the most
live from the moon. The National Science developed to allow us to see, hear and detailed images of the cosmos projected
and Media Museum’s summer family even smell space, as well as offering onto a 5m x 3m screen, as they journey
exhibition Hello Universe (opens 19 July) families the chance to interact with out-of- through the solar system and beyond.
takes an interactive look at how images this-world demonstrations and activities.”
and sounds from the cosmos have been Free entry.
recorded over hundreds of years, including Attractions include building LEGO
the five decades following astronaut Neil spacecrafts, stargazing tips from the West 19 July 2019 – 22 January 2020
Armstrong’s historic ‘first step’. Yorkshire Astronomical Society, and the
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FOR an amazing family day out this summer get lost at York Maze,
FROM now until 8th September steam trains will be running every day
home to Europe’s biggest maze and winner of many awards including
at Keighley & Worth Valley Railway! Go and join in the Summer fun and Yorkshire’s Best Tourism Experience.
enjoy a trip back in time on one of the heritage steam trains. Travel as
people would many years ago in the vintage carriages, visit the museums York Maze is a complete family day out with over 20 rides, shows and
to learn about rail travel in times gone by and visit the cafe. There is even attractions. NEW for 2019 come face to face with giant dinosaurs in the
a brand new playground. Jurassic Maize, get a soaking in Utter Cornage, watch the fun and games
There’s so much to do, find out more at www.kwvr.co.uk on stage in Kernoel’s House Party and discover new mind-bending rooms
and illusions in the new ‘House of even more Cornfusion!’

York Maze is only open for seven weeks each summer so don’t miss
out on this amazing family attraction. Open daily Sat 13 July – Mon 2
September 2019.
See website www.yorkmaze.co.uk for details.

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marine world. Get hands-on and help
The Deep crew care for our animals. All for learning about animals, why not join a
participants will get hands-on behind the
scenes with our team of experts and even group of like-minded youngsters for a fun
get the chance to feed a grey reef shark.
experience day.
Perfect for adults and youngsters Get involved with activities
(age 8 and above) this is an ideal taster including:
for those looking at getting into a Marine
Biology career of for those who simply • Taking part in a touch pool
have a passion for marine life. Our staff
will guide you through the experience to session and slime workshop
ensure you get the most out of the day.
You may even get lucky and bump into a • Trying on dive kit
diver or two, so keep your eyes peeled! • Preparing food for the Lagoon

Packages start from £165 for 2 people, animals
£235 for 3 people and £305 for four
• An invertebrate handling session

Suitable for children aged 8-11 only.

Experiences cost £32.50 per child.

Find out more and book at
www.thedeep.co.uk

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Tropical Summer
exploring

DISCOVER your inner explorer and embark on an unforgettable journey through for 2019

rainforests, mangroves, deserts and the nocturnal world.
Meet exciting and exotic animals along the way including crocodiles, snakes,

monkeys, meerkats and much more!
Join in over the summer holidays where the keepers will be delivering expert talks

and sharing interesting facts on your favourite animals. There will be lots to see and do
including the little explorer trail and learning about lots of different butterfly spices as part
of the big butterfly count.

Once you’ve worked up an appetite, call in at the Tropical World café for some
well-earned refreshments and enjoy the beautiful view of the Canal Gardens. The stylish
conservatory and extensive outdoor seating area mean you can enjoy Tropical World
whatever the weather.
Book your tickets online at www.tropicalworldleeds.co.uk

NEW

FROM 20th July – 1st Sept Piglets Adventure Farm is full of unmissable family

fun, with amazing magic shows and incredible circus acrobatics, you won’t want
to miss it!

Explore The Beach at Piglets Adventure Farm!

Grab your swimwear and sunhat as Piglets Adventure farm is bringing the

beach to you this summer! Splash your way through 2 acres of sand and water

fun, take a selfie in the giant deck chair, climb Truffles Lifeguard tower and laze in

a hammock. Don’t forget to treat yourself to a delicious ice cream or milkshake

at Beach Bites café. Plus, enjoy a full day of family fun and hire your own private

Beach Hut!

You can even enjoy a refreshing drink and delicious snacks in the Piglets Coffee

House with a small soft play area or try a piggy poo ice-cream in the Ice-Cream

Parlour!

Plus all the usual farm fun.

Get your discounted tickets online.
www. pigletsadventurefarm.com or call 01904 499183

Splashtacular

summer

FANCY spending the summer with dinosaurs, mermaids, superheroes and pirates?

Beautiful Grade II Listed Bramley Baths will be transformed into waters of adventure for young and old
alike!

Race against your fellow pirates to find hidden underwater treasure, or explore the adventure swims
featuring heroic superheroes or battle inflatable dinosaurs in the Jurassic pool.

Dare you climb across the giant inflatable obstacle course. Join in with the popular family fun swims!
Check out the Merminnies sessions for 4-7-year-olds and parents. A fun 30-minute creative movement
and swimming session to music where children can learn floating and aqua-batic moves.
Junior Mermaids is for 8-12-year-olds. It’s a creative swimming and water-dance class using
synchronised swimming techniques to combine exercise, creativity and fun.
There is also the popular week-long crash courses, aimed at boosting kids’ confidence in the water.
Check out www.bramleybaths.com for a full timetable.

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Witches & Wizards

THIS Summer Holiday, you have been accepted at Mother Shipton’s EGTON SHOW 54th MASHAM
STEAM ENGINE & FAIR
School for Witchcraft and Wizardry. Visit the Wuthering Woodland, be 21st AUGUST 2019
sorted into a schoolhouse and meet your magic teachers. Attend all your ORGAN RALLY
lessons including Broomstick Training and Potions to become a qualified A grand day out for all the family July 20th & 21st 2019
Witch or Wizard!
A traditional Village Show with Marfield Fields
Actors and props will transform the attraction into a mystical and Blacksmith display, all classes of
magical event for all the family. Saturday 20th July to Sunday 1st Livestock, Fur & Feather, Produce & The Moto-Stunts
September, 10 am to 5.30pm (last admission 4.30pm). International Stunt Team
Handicraft, Arts & Crafts
Within historic woodland along the River Nidd is Mother Shipton’s The Nigel Brown Cookery Display Ben Potter – Falconry
Cave, the birthplace of Yorkshire’s famous prophetess. It is situated next
to the Petrifying Well, England’s oldest visitor attraction. The attraction Live Music & Clown Shows A GOOD AFFORDABLE FAMILY DAY OUT
tells the story of Mother Shipton and the water which turns objects to Face Painting, Puppet & Mask making,
stone. The park has scenic picnic areas alongside the River Nidd, an Adults £8 - Family Tickets £20
adventure playground, gift shop and museum. School Children U16 £3 Roundabouts & Swings. Craft & Trade stalls
Visitors can now book online! Discounted tickets are available at Admission: Adults £10 • OAP’s £8
www.mothershipton.co.uk Discounted tickets available on website Children £2 • Under 5’s Free
Telephone 01947 604329
wTwewl.:m0as1ha7m6s5tea6m8ra9lly5.c6o.9uk
PLENTY OF FREE PARKING REG CHARITY NO. M.T.H.C.C 1140642
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Stately triple whammy

There’s a stately feel to Go Ape Temple
Newsam, despite being situated just four
miles from the centre of Leeds

BASED in estate grounds with a and summon your strength for the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Challenge course! You’ll need it for the
500-year-old country mansion and Tarzan Swing, tree-to-tree zips and the • Wear sensible clothes for adventure.
beautiful woodlands, you’ll feel like Lord free-falling Plummet. Head over to the • Footwear must be sturdy and suitable
and Lady. Treetop Adventure + if you’re finding your
tree climbing feet. This course offers for the outdoors. No sandals, slip off
One of the many brilliant things variety and choice, so you get to decide shoes, open toes or heels.
about this course is that no matter how far out of your comfort zone you’re
how challenging the obstacles are, the willing to step. And little explorers can’t • Gloves are a good idea. Either bring a
permanent belay is quietly reassuring. So, go wrong on the Adventure course –
once you’re hooked on, that’s it for the the perfect introduction to tree-to-tree pair or you can buy them at the cabin
duration. All you need to do is concentrate crossings and brilliant zips. on the day.
on having fun.
Set within 1500 acres of parkland, our
From tree-to-tree crossings, bouncy aerial adventures at Temple Newsam can
nets and all-terrain Segways we have be found in the heart of Menagerie Wood.
all the adventure boxes ticked. Whether
you’re a thrill seeker or after quality family When you’re done, slip the harness
fun, come and put a smile on your face, off and head over to the Manor House, a
get the wind in your hair and make some truly impressive Tudor-Jacobean mansion
memories that will last a lifetime. described as one of the best stately
homes in Britain.
Temple Newsam is the triple whammy
of aerial adventures. Muster your courage

Boredom-busting  • Free Parking at Temple Newsam Park.

Make a day of it.
www.goape.co.uk

VISIT Eureka! in Halifax this summer for a boredom-busting festival

tech, science, performance and play. There’s a packed programme of

different activities on every day perfect for family fun. From explosive

science shows, outdoor activities, special guest performers, tech tinkering

and lots more.

The festival starts on Saturday 20th July with a space-tastic weekend

to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landings. Visitors will be WIN A FAMILY TICKET TO
able to enjoy the new Moon Mission show and take part in astronaut TEMPLE NEWSAM GO APE
training.

Kids can try their hand at robot making, Minecraft, drumming and
more with a changing programme of hands-on activities. Plus regular

visits from an array of special guest performers. Smalltalk have a ticket for a family of four to give away to
Plus step inside Digital Dimensions – here for a limited time only. one of our lucky readers
This NEW exhibition in the Spark gallery mixes innovative tech, vibrant

visual effects and stunning sounds – guaranteed to WOW! Test out To enter all you need to do is send us your
motion tracking screens and touch-triggered games, and crack the code name and email address to

in a colourful maze filled with floor-to-ceiling light poles. [email protected]
and put Go Ape in the subject
Eureka! will be open daily from 10 am to 5 pm until 2nd September. line.
www.eureka.org.uk

The winner will be drawn at
random from a hat

Prize is for 1 ticket for 4 people and
valid until the end of the year (Dec
31st 2019).
Ticket can be used on any activity on
the site.

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Travel back in GtFoToeetefmhrloe5pm0elefdfteNgteeaellwiolnafsgtaaomGwnoe. seAodpmgeee,.
time
TEmplE nEWsaM
THIS summer, there’s so much to do at the National Coal Mining NEaR lEeds

Museum you may need to visit twice! Our first high-ropes experience
Up at Hope Pit, grab your bucket and spade and travel back in time to in West Yorkshire. Set within
1500 acres of parkland, our
the 1960s to see how miners spent their summer holidays. aerial adventures at Temple
Dig deep and uncover a summer of fun, riding on the train, enjoying Newsam can be found in
beach games and learning what a treat it was to go on holiday for just £5 the heart of Menagerie
per car. Wood. Featuring challenging
All through the summer holidays, not only will we have a huge sandpit for obstacles at increasing heights,
you to come and explore, but we will be welcoming donkeys (27&28 July, a free-fall Tarzan Swing, four
14&26 August), hosting summer crafts (daily except Saturdays), delving tree-to-tree zips and a 46ft
into history with our living history interpreters and firing up the barbecue. sheer drop called The Plummet.
So grab that bucket and spade and experience what is sure to be a It is a vertical drop experience
thoroughly British summer event!  that will leave you feeling
For more information visit: seriously exposed. It’s a true
www.ncm.org.uk • www.facebook.com/NCMME leap of faith!
twitter.com/ncmme • www.instagram.com/ncmme_
miningmuseum/ Available at Temple Newsam:

Explore, play • tReEtop acHdaVlElNETNuGREE+
and create • tReEtop
• tReEtop adVENTuRE
WHETHER you have mini makers ready to get creative or outdoor
WHEN BOOKING
adventurers looking to explore, make special family memories at Nostell. IN ADVANCE ON
Start your holiday with the dolls’ picnic on Sunday 21 July and join in
TREETOP CHALLENGE
themed activities throughout the summer break. Little chefs, inventors
and dreamers will love messy play with clay, mud and water on Mondays.
Bring your wildlife heroes on Tuesdays to help make fab habitats for wild
animals, brush up on all-things bicycle on Wednesdays and come out to
play with games on the vista Thursday – Saturday. Make a masterpiece
on Thursdays and Fridays with craft sessions inspired by Thomas
Chippendale’s mystical ‘pier glass’ mirror and book onto mosaic making
and creative writing workshops with local artists on selected dates.

With 300 acres of gardens and parkland to explore on foot, bike or
scooter, the treasure trail to follow and dressing up in the house, there’s
plenty to make your own adventures any day you visit.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nostell

UP TO

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FREE CYCLING FESTIVAL

SUNDAY 1 SEPTEMBER

JOIN THE RIDE AT LETSRIDE.CO.UK

FAMILYtalk

Free family cycling festival to
return to Leeds in September

British Cycling and HSBC UK have announced that they
will be returning to be Leeds in September following the
success of last year’s free, family cycling event

HSBC UK Let’s Ride Leeds (formerly THERE’S LOTS TO DO little as you want. You don’t need to be an
experienced cyclist. There will be no cars
HSBC UK City Ride) will take place on There will be a range of community- on the road, so you can wobble, zig-zag
Sunday 1 September, when city centre led attractions along the route and at and stop as much as you like.
roads will be closed to motor traffic to give festival zones suitable for all ages and
locals the perfect opportunity to explore cycling abilities, as well as activities for It’s free, fun and the perfect activity for
their city in the saddle. those looking for a day out with family and the whole family. So, what are you waiting
friends, including music performances, for?
HSBC UK Let’s Ride events inspire a bike maintenance area, food and drink
people to get on their bikes to combat stalls, and a zone dedicated to several Everyone’s invited – see you there!
some of the societal issues that affect British Cycling recreation initiatives, from
major cities in Britain. Tying in closely with children’s learn-to-ride programme, HSBC REGISTERING IS QUICK AND
local cultural attractions, participants are UK Ready Set Ride, to HSBC UK Go- EASY
given the unique opportunity to swap their Ride, and women-only HSBC UK Breeze.
car for the saddle and discover more of Log in or create an account to register
their city from a different perspective, on Come along and enjoy seeing your for HSBC UK Let’s Ride Leeds. Once
a bike. city from the saddle. You don’t have to you’ve booked your place on the ride,
do the full distance – just as much or as we’ll prompt you to edit your profile to add
your family and friends!

www.smalltalkmag.co.uk Register for your free place at
www.letsride.co.uk/events/leeds

and get:
• Details of the route as soon as it’s released
• A handy email reminder with all the latest event info
• A free Let’s Ride bib – yours to keep
• Free Shimano bike service courtesy of Madison,

Official Supplier to the Great Britain Cycling Team

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HEALTHtalkOUT&ABOUTtalk

Dealing with

bites and

stings

With hot weather on the horizon, the
likelihood of being bitten or stung will
increase dramatically, but now nine of
the best home remedies for combating
insect wounds have been revealed.
Outdoors experts at BillyOh.com have
compiled a guide on how to deal with
bites and stings from some of the UK’s
many bugs

MOST Brits will suffer a wasp, spider or also holds anti-inflammatory and antibacterial the healing process. Apply the oil to the bitten
properties. Putting a small amount of gel onto area and massage gently to encourage blood
mosquito attack at some point in their lives, but the bite or sting will help reduce the level of flow.
the risk of being bitten or stung is particularly swelling and prevent the site from becoming
prevalent in the summer. infected. 7. Aspirin
A popular choice amongst doctors, aspirin will
As the majority of insects will only attack 3. Raw Honey eliminate the toxins released that are present
when they feel agitated or threatened, it’s Honey helps combat inflammation and can in the affected area, reducing the level of
relatively easy to avoid the situation – simply reduce swelling, and the natural antibacterial inflammation and healing the bite faster. It also
stay calm and slowly move away from the qualities help to prevent infection and increases contains acetylsalicylic acid which relieves pain.
offending critter. the speed of healing. Spread a small amount on To use, simply crush two tablets with water
the sting, preferably indoors so the smell does to make a thick paste, apply to the area for
For the unlucky ones that suffer a sharp bite not attract more bees. a couple of minutes and wash off. This is an
or sting, household items such as honey and ice almost fool-proof way to get rid of the irritating
can help soothe pain and reduce the swelling. 4. Witch Hazel itching sensation.
This remedy is anti-inflammatory and can also
Most of us relish the arrival of summer and reduce the sensation of itching, so is perfect to 8. Papaya
the long, warm days that go with it – but so do combat ant bites. Using a cotton swab, dab a The enzymes this fruit contains can reduce the
pesky insects. It is important to remember that small amount of the solution onto the sore area level of inflammation and so counteracts the
bugs and flies will only bite when agitated or and after a few minutes rinse off with water. This effect of the venom. Simply cut a fresh slice
when they feel threatened, so it’s best to try and will reduce swelling and take the sting out of of papaya and place over the bitten skin. It is
avoid them altogether. insect bites. important to ensure the fruit is still moist for
maximum benefit. Replace when dried out and
If you are bitten or stung, it’s good to have 5.  Sugar repeat until the skin is less inflamed.
some foolproof home remedies to hand to Best used after the sting is almost healed as
soothe the injuries. this will make the scar that is left, almost vanish. 9. Natural Clay
Dab water on the affected area, then cover with A wonderful absorber and treatment that has
If the pain and swelling don’t let up and sugar and leave for a long period of time. But been used for thousands of years. Nowadays,
the wound is showing signs of infection, see a keep a note to wash off before sleeping and do clay is used in face masks to thoroughly clean
medical professional as soon as possible. not leave overnight as insects are attracted to the skin of any dirt, as our skin can easily
sugar. absorb the trace minerals found in clay. This,
1. Ice therefore, makes it a great product for removing
Ice is a great remedy for soothing any bites 6. Peppermint Oil toxins out of a bite or sting. For almost instant
and stings, as the cold helps to diminish the Peppermint is one of the best essential oils to relief from pain and itchiness, just mix some clay
itch, reduces the inflammation or swelling and deal with painful stings and bites. The cooling with water to produce a fine paste and cover
eases the pain. Place crushed ice into a small effect will calm the area and reduce irritation and the bites with this mixture.
sandwich bag, wrap in a towel and place over itchiness. It will also improve blood circulation BillyOh.com 
the affected area until the skin feels calmer. and cleanse toxin from the area, accelerating

2. Aloe Vera Gel
This multi-purpose plant-based gel is naturally
soothing and moisturising on the skin, and it

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What’s On
The festival starts with a space-tastic Mining Memories - 5 July 28 Sept -
WEEKLY STORY TIMES www.tabletots.co.uk/events weekend to celebrate the 50th anniversary Community Art Space
All sales start @ 1pm unless stated of the moon landings. Visitors will be able to Explore the world of mines and mining
Story Times and Rhyme Times enjoy the new Moon Mission show and take through a series of linocut prints created
Various libraries citywide JULY part in astronaut training. by John Scott Martin who was inspired
No need to book; contact your local library by memories of mining in Nottingham and
RIPON Sun 21st Ripon Leisure Centre Digital Dimensions – here for a limited Derbyshire during the 1960s.
for further details. Dallamires Lane HG4 1TT time only.
This NEW exhibition in the Spark gallery Seaside @ Pit -20 July– Sept- £5 per Car.
Every week libraries across the city ROTHWELL Sat 27th Rothwell Sports mixes innovative tech, vibrant visual effects Up at Hope Pit travel back in time to the
present story and rhyme times for Centre Wakefield Rd LS26 8EL 1.30 start and stunning sounds – guaranteed to 1960’s to see how miners spent their summer
children. WOW! Test out motion tracking screens holidays. Dig deep and uncover a summer of
AUGUST and touch-triggered games, and crack the fun enjoying beach games and learning what
Armley Thurs 10.30 -11.00 code in a colourful maze filled with floor-to- a treat it was to go on holiday.
PONTEFRACT Sat 10th Pontefract New ceiling light poles.
Beeston Tues 10.45 - 11.15 College Park Lane WF8 4QR Archery 11th Aug 10am-14pm-£1.50 per 6
YORK MAZE arrows. It’s bows at the ready as we welcome
(Rhyme Time) 10.30- GUISELEY Sun 11th Aireborough Leisure De-Notton Bowers at Hope Pit as they give
Centre The Green LS20 9BT YO19 5LT - 01904 607341 you an opportunity to have a go at archery.
11am
BEVERLEY Sun 18th Beverley Grammar www.yorkmaze.co.uk Wacky Wednesday Seaside Special -
Calverley Thurs 2.45-3.15pm School Queensgate HU17 8NF 21st Aug 10.15-11.45
Summer cornfusion Cost: £5 per child, £5 per adult. Includes train
Central Thurs 11:00 – 11:45am MOTHERCARE Open daily Sat 13 July – Mon 2 Sept ride to Hope Pit for activities. Under 1’s FREE.
(includes activities) LEEDS For an amazing family day out this summer Under 5’s and their carers are invited to join
get lost at York Maze, home to Europe’s us on a train ride to our museum beach to
Chapel Allerton Thurs 10.30-11am LS10 1EW - 01132 440555 biggest maze and winner of many awards explore the themes of floating and sinking.
Contact store for details of classes including Yorkshire’s Best Tourism Experience. Get stuck into seaside songs, stories, rhymes,
Compton Rd Weds 2.15 - 2.45 and events. York Maze is only open for seven weeks each activities and craft making to take home.
summer
Dewsbury Rd Wed 10:30 – 11:00 PIGLET ADVENTURE See website for details. 2 Day SEND Drama and Music workshop:
PARK A Day in the Life of a Pit Village - 14th and
Farsley Tues-Rhymtime, 2pm MAGNA SCIENCE 15th Aug
YO32 9ST - 01904 499183 ADVENTURE CENTRE 14-25 years old with special education needs
(term time) and disabilities can explore mining heritage
www.thefarmerscart.co.uk Sheffield S60 1FD 01709 720002 with Aunty Brenda and Pit Sister Joan using
Fri-storytime drama games, role play, object handling then
The Beach at Piglets Adventure Farm! www.visitmagna.co.uk an interactive music workshop on day 2.
2.15 - 2.45 From 20st July – 1st Sept Piglets
Adventure Farm is full of unmissable Giant Scalextric Track at Magna KEIGHLEY & WORTH
Garforth Fri 10.30 - 11.00 family fun, with amazing magic shows and Mon 22nd July to Sun 1st Sept VALLEY RAILWAY
incredible circus acrobatics, you won’t want Could you be the next Lewis Hamilton? Race
Gildersome Weds - pre-school 2.30 to miss it! your friends and family on Magna’s giant BD22 8NJ - 01535 645214
After school 3.45 4-lane Scalextric track this summer.
MOTHER SHIPTON’S www.kwvr.co.uk
Guiseley Tues 10.30-11am CAVE Magna Mayhem - Mon 5th to Fri 9th and
(Term Time Only) Mon 12th to Fri 16th Aug Open every day for Summer!
Knaresborough, HG5 8DD Yorkshire’s best indoor inflatable adventure From now until 8th Sept steam trains will
Halton Fri 10.30-11.30 zone is back for the summer holidays. Kids be running every day at Keighley & Worth
01423 864600 can bounce, boing, jump, slide, bop and Valley Railway!
Harrogate Fri 2.15-2.45 boogie for a full 75 mins of high adrenaline
Children’s Library (term www.mothershipton.co.uk fun. Advance Booking recommended THE DEEP
time only)
Witches and Wizards: Magic for all the Borris and Norris’ Magic Laboratory Hull, HU1 4DP, 01482 381000
family 20th July to 1st September, 10am to Tues 20th to Fri 23rd Aug
Headingley Mon 2.00-2.30pm 5.30pm (last admission 4.30pm) Join us in Magna’s Big Hall for an electrifying, www.thedeep.co.uk
(Rhyme Time)Fri 9.30- You have been accepted at Mother Shipton’s laugh out loud magic show! Come and see
School for Witchcraft and Wizardry. Visit the what chaos occurs as these two scientists Turtle-y Awesome Summer
10.00am Wuthering Woodland, be sorted into a school attempt to create magical fun and frolics in July 20 - Sept 1
house and attend lessons to become a their Magic Science Laboratory. It’s going to be a turtle-y awesome summer
Holt Park Wed 9:30 – 10:00 qualified Witch or Wizard! Advance Booking recommended here at The Deep, so make sure you don’t
miss out!
Horsforth Tuesday 10:30 11:00 KIRKLEES LIGHT South Yorkshire Autism Fayre Get hands on in our very own ‘turtle
RAILWAY Mon 16th & Tues 17th Sept hospital’ where youngsters can get up
Hunmanby Fri 2.15-3pm Join us for an incredible event with award close with a giant turtle (a cuddly one, of
Huddersfield HD8 9XJ winning guest speakers including IPSEA and course) and find out what it takes to look
Ilkley Weds 2.15 Under 5’s Sheffield Hallam Universities highly regarded, after our flipper-ed friends. Learn all about
www.kirkleeslightrailway.com Dr Luke Beardon. Further speakers will be turtle anatomy and even help the team
Kippax Friday 2.00-2.30pm announced shortly. Parent speakers will also carry out a turtle health check. Inspect their
27-28 July: Sian & Katie Weekend be sharing their experiences on a range of eyes, nose and mouth, as well as checking
Middleton Thurs10.15-10.45am topics including autism in girls, challenging their flippers and shell then report back to
17-18 August: Day Out with Thomas behaviour and schooling. us on your vet examination form.
Moor Allerton Weds 11.15-11.45am Take part in the turtle trail and find out
24-25 August: Sian & Katie Weekend & NCM MUSEUM about more about the species that live all
Morley Tues 11.00-11.30am August Bank Holiday BBQ around the world and the challenges they
Wakefield, WF4 4RH face.
Oakwood Thurs 2:00 – 2:30pm 6, 13, 20, 27 August: Tuesday Tales
Tuesday Tales (crafts & storytelling) @ 01924 848806 PIECE HALL HALIFAX
Otley Mon 2-2.30pm Shelley
www.ncm.org.uk HX1 1RE - 01422 525200
Pudsey Friday 11.00-11.30am EUREKA!
Wednesday Rhymetime Grafters: Industrial Society in Image www.thepiecehall.co.uk
9.30 - 10.00 The National Children’s Museum and Word - 13 May to 1 Sept 2019
The Grafters exhibition explores scenes Trail Tuesday and Thursday
HX1 2NE - 01422 330069 of industrial life in 19th, 20th and 21st Tues 23 July / Tues 6 August / Thurs 15 Aug
Rothwell Sat 11:00 to 11:30am www.eureka.org.uk century Britain bringing together stunning / Tues 20 August / Thurs 29 Aug 10am - 4pm
photography, curated by internationally - Tickets: £1
Selby Wed 10.30-11am (term The Big Summer Festival at Eureka! acclaimed artist and photographer Ian Families can pick up a trail from The Piece
time only) Sat 20th July – 2nd Sept 10am to 5pm Beesley, and original poetry by Ian Macmillan. Hall Welcome Centre and set off to explore
Visit Eureka! in Halifax this summer for a with Woolly the Sheep acting as tour guide.
Sherburn every Tues 10.30-11.00 boredom-busting festival tech, science, Blacksmith Demonstrations - Wed to Recommended for children 5-11.
performance and play. There’s a packed Sun Open 9am - 4pm demonstrations at
Wakefield Baby Bookworms programme of different activities on every 11.30am & 2pm. Workshop Wednesday: Wet Felted
Drury Lane Fri 10-11am day perfect for family fun. From explosive Drop in to the Blacksmith’s Forge at Hope Picture - Wed 24 July, 10.30am - Tickets:
science shows, outdoor activities, special Pit Workshop & see the Museum’s resident £3 (drop in). Drop into the Learning Studio
Wetherby Weds 10.45-11.15am guest performers, tech tinkering and lots Blacksmiths Jayne & Martin demonstrating and learn how to create a wet felted animal
more. their skills. picture to take home.
Yeadon Mon 2-2.20pm (term
time only)

BABY & CHILDREN’S
INDOOR MARKETS

Table Tots Baby and children’s indoor
markets; Pre Loved, Nearly new sales
Maternity to age ten. So clear out the
grown out of and those surplus toys..
New, business stall enquiries welcome
for promotional stalls
All Table Tots events are indoor with
Tables provided for you.
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Making Monday: Keyrings and Badges (National Trust members free) www.leeds.gov.uk/kirkstallabbey is a creative activity for under 5s and their
Mon 29 July, 10.30am - Tickets: £1 (drop in) carers to discover and play together.
Join the learning team at The Activity Cart in Messy Play-Mon 11am - 3pm (except 26 Mini Dragons - 23 Jul, 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 13
The Piece Hall courtyard to create a badge or Aug). Mud pie and messy mash anyone? Aug, 20 Aug, 21 Aug, 10-11am Artspace: Sculpture Experiences
keyring featuring your very own design. Little chefs, inventors, explorers and Our weekly under 5’s session has a dragon 21 Jun – 29 Sept. Leeds Art Gallery’s
dreamers love getting stuck into outdoor theme for the summer holidays. Bring along popular creative space for families and
Second anniversary programme: sensory play and with ingredients like your mini dragon for fun crafts and activities others hosts imaginative activities inspired
clay, water and mud on the menu, it’s no in the abbey. Please be prepared that we by YSI artist-work within the gallery making
Yorkshire Day- Thurs 1 August, 10.30am wonder! Under sevens adore this activity might messy and we like to go spread links between sculpture and everyday
– 4pm - Tickets: £1 - £3 (drop in). A family but all ages are welcome. outside in nice weather. Older siblings experience of a world full of objects.
friendly day of performances, crafts, games, welcome.
face painting and special workshops, talks. Wildlife Heroes-Tues 11am-3pm. Is it a TEMPLE NEWSAM
bird? Is it a crane? No – it’s a Wildlife Hero! Games Galore - Every Weds in summer HOUSE
Sunday Street Festival Bring your hands-on helpers to make fab holidays, 10am-3pm. Each Wednesday of
Sun 4 Aug 11am – 5pm - FREE habitats for wild animals and get stuck into the school holidays we will be putting out a LS15 0AE - 0113 264 7321
A free day of street theatre, circus, music and creature crafts, from bug mugs to wooden selection of games in the cloister for people
outdoor performance to its grand courtyard. pendants. Fun for nature superstars 5 years to help themselves and have fun. www.leeds.gov.uk/templenewsam
and over, but all ages are welcome.
Workshop Wednesday: High In The Sky How to heal your dragon Temple Newsam admission applies
Hot Air Balloon Making Cycle Skills-Weds 11am - 3pm (except 25 Jul, 1-3pm. Learn some tips and
Wed 7 Aug 10.30am, 12pm & 2pm 24 July). Whether you dream of winning the techniques from the Kirkstall Abbey monks Tours at Temple Newsam
Tickets: £3 (booking essential). Join artist Tour De France or free-wheeling without a to keep your dragon healthy! Various dates. Temple Newsam House is
Kim Searle as she teaches how to create a wobble – Nostell’s the perfect place to learn full of hidden histories and tales of curious
beautiful hot air balloon to take home. cycling skills and love life in the saddle this Outside Art - 8 & 28 Aug characters who lived and worked on the
summer. Enjoy a pedal around the parkland Join us in the cloister for some outside art. estate.
Fun Friday: Face Painting and Dressing up with friends and family or brush up on We will have lots of materials and different
Fri 9 Aug 10.30am - 3pm - Tickets: £1.50 - all-things bicycle and join guided rides with techniques to explore. Through the ages for all ages tour
£3 (drop in). Kids can head to the courtyard Wakefield District Cycle Forum. Bring your Every Sat & Sun, 2.30pm
to have their face painted and get dressed own bike or borrow one - please bring your Picnic with Barry the Dragon 15 Aug A tour for our younger visitors with a
up with an outfit from The Piece Hall’s own helmet. All ages & abilities welcome. 1-3pm. Come along to the abbey, bring a chance to handle some items from our
overflowing dressing up box. picnic and meet our friendly dragon Barry. collection and hear stories of some of the
Dovetail, Biscuit, Splat!-Thursdays people who lived here.
Coloured Earth - International and Fridays, 12noon - 3pm. Thomas Kirkstall Abbey Fun Dog Show
Pavement Art Festival - Sat 10 Aug 2019 Chippendale created a magical world in the 22 Aug, 1-3pm Monsters in the Mansion
& Sun 11 Aug - 10am - 4pm - FREE State Apartment, with mythical birds and Our fun dog show returns with super 20 Jul – 1 Sept
Pavement artists from across the world beasts inspired by the East and a mystical serious categories such as dog with the Calling intrepid explorers of all ages to a
and the UK compete for the Alice Colman pier glass mirror. Let Chippendale’s Chinese waggiest tail and prizes for sausage eating summer of beastly adventurers! Borrow a
Screever Awards. designs spark your imagination and head and best control on lead! monster back pack and go on our monster
to the Workshop to craft a masterpiece. trail or simply follow the monster map
Making Monday: Weave a Bookmark Decorate your own picture frame and LEEDS CITY MUSEUM around the house to discover ‘creatures’ in
Mon 12 Aug 10.30am - 3pm - Tickets: £1 create a collage starring your own magical the objects and walls!
(drop in). Join The Piece Hall learning team creatures. All ages are welcome to get LS2 8BH - 0113 224 3732
at the activity cart in the courtyard and learn crafting (with the same activity on both Amazing Animals
how to make a colourful woven bookmark; a days, rotating each week). Whilst you’re www.leeds.gov.uk/citymuseum 10 – 18 Aug, 10am-4pm
great activity for little ones. designing and creating, see if you can A celebration of our fantastic rare-breed
guess what Dovetail, Biscuit, Splat means School Holidays - Musical Museum farm animals, native wildlife and birds and
Workshop Wednesday: Build A Boat 25 Jul – 30 Aug, 10am-12pm & 1-3pm animals from all over the world! Hands-on
Wed 14 Aug 10.30am - 3pm - Tickets: Come out to play-Thurs to Sat 12 - 4pm Make marvellous music at Leeds City activities, animal encounters and more.
£3 (drop in). Learn about the ships that Run, jump, laugh, play and have an Museum this summer holidays. Discover the
transported cloth from Halifax across the absolute ball on the vista. It doesn’t matter musical side of our collections by following Clay Creatures
world, then create a model boat to test in The if you’re a world-cup wonder, hula-hoop our Strange Sounds trail, make and decorate 21 Aug, 10.30am-12.30pm
Piece Hall paddling pool! hero or bat-and-ball beginner; we’ve got a musical instrument and other creative crafts. Go on an adventure around the House in
games galore for all the family to enjoy. Why search of fantastical beasts with our friendly
Workshop Wednesday: Hoops and not challenge dad to a sack race, bowl LEEDS INDUSTRIAL
Loops - Wed 21 Aug 10.30am - 3pm - aunty over with a spot of cricket, or grab a MUSEUM THWAITE MILLS
Tickets: £3 (drop in) goalball with grandad? All activities are free WATERMILL
Work with a local artist to create a beautiful but we do ask for a £1 donation if you’d like LS12 2QF - 0113 378 3173
woven hoop. Use all sorts of fabrics and a special medal to remember your day. www.leeds.gov.uk/ LS10 1RP - 0113 3782983
materials to make a hanging hoop, inspired museumsandgalleries/armleymills
by acrobatics that have taken place in The Dolls’ Picnic- Sun 21 July 11am – 3pm www.leeds.gov.uk/thwaitemills
Piece Hall over the years. Kick off your summer with a family picnic, Leeds Industrial Museum admission applies
come rain or shine. Bring your dollies, Thwaite Watermill admission applies
Workshop Wednesday: Arty Party Wed teddies and toys to join in the fun as we Steam Toys North - 28 Jul, 12 – 5pm
28 Aug 10.30am – 3pm - Tickets: £3 (drop in) launch our appeal to bring Nostell’s dolls’ Summer Holidays - 30 Jul – 27 Aug,
Finish the summer holidays with a day full of house back to life. Vintage Bus Day - 18 Aug, 10am-5pm Tues & Thurs, 1-5pm
art at The Piece Hall. Do some printing, make Catch beautifully restored buses and coaches Join us on Tuesdays and Thursdays for
a bookmark and make a textile picture. LEEDS MUSEUMS & to hop between the city centre and Leeds crafts and experiments with a different
GALLERIES Industrial Museum, Middleton Railway and theme each week. Make a windmill, design
Heritage Tours - Fri 13 – Sun 15 Sept, Fri Thwaite Mills. some super cool shades and discover the
20 – Sun 22 Sept 11am and 2pm daily - leeds.gov.uk/schoolholidays wonders of ‘smart materials’ this summer.
FREE. Join The Piece Hall’s expert volunteer For opening times and admission prices School Holidays - 12-30 to 3pm Tues,
tour guides for a free heritage tour and learn please visit the individual attraction Wed, Thurs in summer holidays LOTHERTON HALL
all about the fascinating history. information via: Arts & craft workshops linked to our museum
collection, including printing and wool felting LS25 3EB - 0113 2813259
FierS à Cheval - Fri 13 – Sat 14 Sept - leeds.gov.uk/musuemsandgalleries
Tickets: From £8 DISCOVERY CENTRE leeds.gov.uk/yorkshirestyle
The grand finale of our summer season, ABBEY HOUSE MUSEUM
French Compagnie Des Quidams bring LS10 1LB - 0113 214 1548 Lotherton admission applies
their stunning outdoor theatre spectacle to LS5 3EH - 0113 230 5492
The Piece Hall. A herd of 3.5m high white www.leeds.gov.uk/discoverycentre A Sixties Summer of Fun - 24 Jul – 1 Sept
inflatable horses, attached to performers, www.leeds.gov.uk/abbeyhouse Stuck for something to do for six weeks?
move amongst the crowd before taking part Free entry. Summer Holidays 10-12pm Then why not visit us throughout summer
in a carefully choregraphed dance routine. A Danger Zone 23 Jul – 30 Aug Fun themed sessions every week to for our Flower Power trail, swinging sixties
striking show which can be enjoyed by the Inspired by our current temporary come along to, explore and discover our crafts and on special days, artists workshops.
whole family. exhibition, Danger Zone, we will be making marvellous collections: Each week we will have a new theme that
crafts and having fun with a different theme celebrates Lotherton as it approaches its
NOSTELL PRIORY & each week. From bugs and insects to spies 31 Jul - Money, Money, Money special milestone birthday.
PARKLAND and crimes, there’s plenty to get involved in
with the family. Plus, we’ll be theming our 7 Aug - A day at the Seaside 24 Jul – 28 Jul – Sixties Summer Holiday
WF4 1QE - 01924 863892 silly science sessions so come along to get Week
involved and find out something new! 14 Aug - Indian Summer
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nostell- 29 Jul – 4 Aug – Flower Power Week
priory KIRKSTALL ABBEY 21 Aug - Marvellous Minerals
Join in themed activities Monday 22 July to 5 Aug – 11 Aug – Lotherton Birthday Week
Saturday 31 August LS5 3EH - 0113 230 5492 28 Aug - Magnetic Toys and Games
Free, normal admission charges apply 12 Aug – 18 Aug – Fashion Crafts Week
LEEDS ART GALLERY
19 Aug – 25 Aug – Groovy Zoo Week
LS1 3AA - 0113 247 8256
26 Aug – 1 Sept – Love Lotherton Week
www.leeds.gov.uk/artgallery
Please check the organisations website for
Free entry. Playground - 7 Jun, 12 up to date information on dates, times and
Jul, 10am-12pm. Connecting with a venues
different gallery artwork each session, this

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SWIMtalk

Baby & toddler water safety

Tragically, drowning is the third-biggest cause of • Always supervise your little one in and around
accidental death among children under 5 in the
UK Learning to get to the side, hold on, get out water and stay within arms reach.
and/or swim could save your child’s life one day,
so Water Babies teach vital safety techniques • Agree a designated adult supervisor in
from birth. With the holiday season approaching
we thought it would be useful to share some the water. They should focus solely on the
essential water safety advice to help keep your children. (not be distracted by their phone,
little one safe in and around water reading a book, chatting with a friend)

• Be aware of the environment and ensure your

child is too. For example, where is the deep

end, are there any pool features that may
cause an issue for younger children (e.g. wave
machine, slides)

• Ensure your child knows to ask permission

before entering the water.

• Where possible, teach your child basic safety

rules, don’t run near water, don’t jump in

unsupervised.

• Do not assume if they are wearing a floatation

device that they are safe.

• Do not assume that if they can swim, they

are safe. Even strong swimmers can get into
trouble in the water.

• At home, always ensure water is covered or

fenced, empty paddling pools when not in

use, fence off ponds.
Booking has started for Autumn Term classes which

start w/c September 2nd.

For more information on getting started t: 01943 862802
email: [email protected]

30 ISSUE 61 - SUMMER 2019 We provide swimming lessons for children from the age of 3 years and upwards
We offer classes for all levels of ability water confidence to the budding
competitor
Our group lessons are taught in small groups of 6 children to a water based
instructor
Swimming lessons are available everyday of the week
New beginner places also available at Ossett from September - Sats 12-2:00pm

Venue: Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, Wakefield

Office contact: 01924 918545

[email protected]
www.atlantisswimmingschool.co.uk

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Cherish and share

THE next year is going to be full of fun with movement to music and

dance opportunities for little ones.
Funky Jives have discovered that your little ones engage even more

when their accompanying adult joins in and has fun alongside them -
cherish and share their self-expression during sessions.

In September Funky Jives will be able to provide gymnastics as well
as dance sessions within primary schools and nurseries.

Normal sessions will resume in September - check out the Facebook
page for events and class details.
Get in touch by email for more info: [email protected]

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Sing songs

Play games
Multi-sensory play

Held in Garforth for ages 6-36 months

Booking required

[email protected] • 07923402604

www.findyourvoiceslt.co.uk

Funky Jives Dance Bugs

Fun, Funky, New Dance Class Starts Sept 13th 2019
for ages 3yrs to school age
Freestyle
Friday 1.30 - 2.15pm • Sat 9.30 - 10.15am
Dance sessions for
children and adults Fir Tree Lane, off Harrogate Road
For more information call Laura on 0113 2950126
School sessions and dance
parties are available www.dancebugs-leeds.co.uk

Contact Kat: [email protected]
www.funky-jives.class4kids.co.uk

PAUL STRIDE Signing classes & drop-in sessions
throughout North and West Yorkshire
Supplying Quality Nursery Equipment Since 1982
all gone Trained teachers and signers
20 Kathryn Avenue bird
Monks Cross listen Musical activities, stories and puppets
York, YO32 9JS
01904 674800 Relaxed, fun & friendly atmosphere

www.paulstride.co.uk Comprehensive supporting material:
handouts, certificates & much more

For more information, contact us…
t 07742 296160
e [email protected]
w tinysigners.co.uk

Check the website for details of our regular classes & drop-in sessions

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EDUCATIONtalk

A flying
start!

SOME children start school in September without having read much

over the summer holidays and may even be at a lower reading level than
at the end of the previous year. A little bit of reading in the holidays will
prevent this and get children off to a flying start!

Ensure you always have a good range of reading material to hand
wherever you are. If you are close to a library, join the Summer Reading
Challenge. If you would rather books are regularly delivered to your home,
join the Reading Chest book rental service and let your children choose
from a huge range of books at just the right reading level. Reading
Chest also offers other incentives such as reward charts, stickers and
certificates. Children won’t be able to resist opening their own regular
postal deliveries of exciting books!
For more reading advice and access to inspiring books at all book bands,
visit www.readingchest.co.uk

Smalltalk readers can enjoy £5 off their first
month’s Reading Chest membership with the
discount code SMALL

Read to succeed HEADINGLEY PRE-SCHOOL
this summer!
Embracing early years Education
Regular deliveries of
books at your child’s MEANWOOD VALLEY PRESCHOOL NOW OPEN
reading level.

readingchest.co.uk If you would like to arrange a visit please contact:

Book Rental for Children Learning to Read [email protected]
0113 2786722
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Outdoor BACK TO SCHOOL! You name it -
STICK ON we label it!
Adventures Call us on:
IRON ON
JOIN the outdoor adventure at Silcoates Junior School! 01635 298326
SEW ON
With 52 glorious acres, a woodland area and a dedicated NO IRON - NO SEW
forest school, Silcoates Junior School offer your child an
excellent outdoor educational experience. PENCILS & BAGS

The Schools aim is to ensure that each and every child
is challenged to reach their potential in all areas, both
academic and personal.

Active, outdoor learning plays a key part in developing
this potential and also enhances the Junior School
classroom experience, inspiring children’s creativity and
imagination to create a high-quality learning experience.

Discover how your child could start their Silcoates
Junior School Adventure at our Open Day on Saturday 12th
October 2019.
Or alternatively, to arrange a personal visit, contact
our Admissions Team on 01924 885245 or email
[email protected]

www.silcoates.org.uk

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Taking the first steps of learning together
Now offering year round child Launching our 50 week nursery with
care for nursery age children. 7.30am-6.00pm Wrap Around Care
from September 2019!
Open Mornings BRONTË Book your visit today!
HOUSE e [email protected]
Saturday 21 September t 01943 865575
Saturday 16 November w www.ghyllroydschool.co.uk

register at woodhousegrove.co.uk Ghyll Royd School and Pre-School, Greystone Manor, Ilkley Road,
Burley-in-Wharfedale, West Yorkshire, LS29 7HW
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EDUCATIONtalk

Three options

FROM September, Ashdown Lodge, home to our youngest pupils, is

offering three childcare options for nursery age children.
1.  Term Time – perfect for parents who don’t need additional childcare during
school holidays.
2.  Term Time Plus 8 - based on the normal school term time calendar plus an
additional 8 weeks during school holidays. This option gives parents the
convenience of some child care during the longer holiday periods.
3.  All Year Round - based on 51 weeks of childcare a year. This option offers
parents complete peace of mind for non-stop childcare.

Combined with outstanding facilities, an exciting, refurbished outdoor
play area, beautiful grounds and highly experienced and qualified staff, these
innovations position Brontë House as a leading childcare specialist in the area.

Care during term time and throughout the holidays includes all meals and
runs from 7.30am until 6.00pm, perfect for busy families.
For more information or to arrange a visit: www.woodhousegrove.co.uk

A helping hand

GHYLL Royd Pre-School is delighted to announce that from September

the Nursery will be open for 50 weeks of the year!
Headteacher David Martin said: “Our doors will be open throughout the

school holidays for children aged 2-5 to enjoy, explore and learn in a safe
and stimulating environment with practitioners they know, love and trust!
We understand the needs of working parents and that there is a demand
for more childcare and earlier opening times. We have listened and we are
looking forward to delivering these new services to families from September.
Come and visit us any time. Our doors are always open!”

Ghyll Royd Pre-School and Nursery is set in seven acres of meadow and
woodland.

In 2019, Ghyll Royd has been shortlisted as one of the top five
independent small schools in the country in the Independent School of the
Year awards.
More info: www.ghyllroydschool.co.uk tel: 01943 865575
email: [email protected]

Label don’t lose

EASY2NAME produce a wide range of products including waterproof stickers

for labelling shoes, lunchboxes and equipment and several types of iron on labels for
clothes.

The stickers will withstand the dishwasher, steriliser and microwave, and come in
bright colours or a choice of ‘Fab and Funky’ designs, including an allergy range.

They have a great choice of name labels for clothes from the traditional sew on
woven tapes to the unique white transfers ideal for socks.

Personalised shoe bags and bag tags can also be made. Check out their starter
packs online for great value bundles.

Furthermore, Easy2name have a ‘no iron no sew’ range to make labelling even
quicker and easier than ever before.

With little buttons called EasyTags that clip onto garments to StickEasy stickers
that adhere to care labels and will stay put through washing machines and tumble
dryers.
More info: www.easy2name.com or call 01635 298326

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Start your educational journey at Silcoates

Silcoates offers a truly co-educational experience,
instilling children with a love of learning, a
willingness to seize opportunities and to fulfil their
potential. Set in a stunning 52 acre site in
Wakefield, Silcoates offers a broad curriculum,
fantastic enrichment opportunities, all backed by
outstanding pastoral support.

Call our Admissions Team to find out more on 01924 885245 or
email [email protected]

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