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 April: longer days, more fun...
The chocolate has been devoured, the roast dinner has been inhaled and we've all ran around like animals to hunt down those Easter eggs. And let’s hope we have waved goodbye to the numbingly cold temperatures and that we can now embrace, with open arms, the glorious sunshine that we have all missed so much.
Just because Easter has come and gone does not mean that we have to stop treating our little ones, or even ourselves. Are you due a summer baby? With the impending baby boom we’ve pulled together some of our favourite baby essentials on the market – helping you to give you a nursery full of inspiration.
And whilst the sun is out to play make sure you enjoy every moment with the brood, and I've got my fingers crossed that April showers is just an old wives’ tale.
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Have fun in the sun,
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FAMILY EVENTS - SAVE THE DATE! |
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| Baby & Toddler Show |
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Glow, Bluewater, Greenhithe, Kent, DA9 9ST
Friday 19 - Sunday 21 April
Admission: £12.00 for 2 tickets (quote BS49) Children under 15 go FREE
Back for a second year this fresh and exciting event will provide both new and expectant parents everything they need to ensure they are informed and prepared for every aspect of parenthood. From the complete range of baby essentials and unique useful products to free expert advice. Not only is parking free with extra wide spaces for mums and their buggies but Glow is also an easy venue to get to, bump and baby friendly and there are all the facilities you need including baby feeding and changing facilities.
Click here for more or call 0844 875 9000
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| Hey Diddle Diddle |
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Camberley Theatre, Knoll Road, Camberley GU15 3SY
Wednesday 10 April 2pm
Admission: Adult £10.00, Child £7.50, Family £30.00
A wonderful show of songs, laughter and audience participation - ideal for children of all ages, especially for those under five years. There's excitement in Rhyme Town - the secret place where nursery rhyme characters live - as it’s the annual Jumping 'Over The Moon' contest but just who will win? Your little ones will love this lively show - it's guaranteed to make you giggle.
Click here for more or call 01276 707600
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| Dora the Explorer |
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G LIve, London Road, Guildford, GU1 2AA
Friday 3 - Monday 6 May
Admission: Tickets from £15.00 - £19.00. See website for details.
Everyone’s favourite explorer is embarking on a LIVE musical adventure across the UK! In Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer LIVE! Search for the City of Lost Toys, Dora has lost her teddy bear Osito, and the search is on to retrieve him. With the help of the audience, Map, Backpack, Boots, Diego and their courageous friends, Dora uses her map-reading, counting, musical and language skills to successfully pass through the number pyramid and the mixed-up jungle to reach the City of Lost Toys.
Click here for more or call 0844 7701 797
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| Countryside Show |
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Old Kiln Museum, Rural Life Centre, Reeds Road, Tilford, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 2DL
Saturday 27 April & Sunday 28 April 10am to 5pm
Admission: Adults £8.50, Children (5 - 16) £6.00 Family £26.00 (2 adults + their children under 16)
The Countryside and Woodland show is a great event to entertain whilst educating the little ones. Wildlife and countryside groups plus crafts with the emphasis on wood working - cleaving, turning, carving and more. Includes the Surrey Asociation of Woodturners show.
Click here for more or call 01252 795571
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| History of Chocolate |
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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Kew Green, Richmond, Surrey TW9 3AB
Friday 29 March to Sunday 14 April 9.30am-6.30pm
Admission: Adult £16.00, Child under 16 FREE
Easter is all about fun, family, learning and, of course, chocolate and although Easter may be over the fun still continues at Kew Gardens. Travel through time and discover the history of chocolate. Did you know chocolate didn’t arrive in London until the 17th Century when only high society could afford to indulge their sweet tooth in newly fashionable Chocolate Houses? Learn where our passion for chocolate originated from and get stuck into arts and crafts activities.
Click here for more or call 020 8948 1422
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| Pirates & Explorers |
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Birdworld, Holt Pound, Farnham, GU10 4LD
Monday 8 - Friday 12 April 10am-6pm
Admission: Adult £15.95, Under 3 FREE, 3-6 years £12.95, 7-15 years £13.95, Family £49.95, Concession £13.95. Extra fee for facepainting, but event is included in admission.
Ahoy me hearty, there is plenty of swashbuckling fun to be had at Birdworld this April. With themed shows, games and trails, plus lots of treasures to be won your little pirates will love this event. And if you're feeling extra-fun why not come along to this event in fancy dress?
Click here for more or call 01420 22992
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 Busylizzy Announces Expansion Plans
Busylizzy, the award-winning Surrey family club, has launched even more classes in more venues to its exciting timetable. Members can now enjoy over 30 different mummy fitness and baby classes per week. New afternoon sessions include French, Hip Hop and Mini-Dancers for under 5s. New postnatal fitness sessions include Aerobic Mummy & Me and additional Buggy Fitness classes. There's never been a better time to join, get fit and entertain your little ones.
Click here for more
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 Luxury Cashmere Without the Price Tag
Say hello to Angel Cashmere’s new luxury collection for little ones. Angel Cashmere single-handedly produces its own blankets, bringing quality cashmere to the UK at affordable prices. High-end, opulent blankets in bright baby pinks, blues and teals, we adore their unique designs. Prices range from £15 (last season’s range) to £125 and each item is wrapped making a perfect gift! If you're on the look out for a luxury cashmere blanket for your baby check out Angel Cashmere.
Click here for more
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 Cuddle up with Cuddledry
The team at cuddledry lend a helping hand when it comes to bath time. We love their original apron towel, especially with a touch of gingham grace, making bath time safe, simple and snug! The unique hooded apron towel means that you'll stay dry too. You can lift your baby from bathwater easily and naturally and your little one will stay warm and tenderly wrapped meaning that bath time is happy and calm for everyone!
Click here for more
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 Easter Fun at Eddie Catz
Eddie Catz is open throughout the Easter Holidays so head on down for a play! With their two London/Surrey based play centres, Putney and Wimbledon, why not join in with one of their great workshops this Easter. Top events include Cookery with Cookie Crumbles, Got to Dance, Make a Bunny, the Creation Station, Easter Activity Camp or a Puppetry Workshop. The fun really doesn't stop at Eddie Catz.
Click here for more or call 0845 201 1268
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