Families Surrey West Magazine

22/12/2024

Did you know that there is now a Clip 'n Climb at Airhop in Guildford for ages 4+? You can enjoy 45 minutes of climbing (no experience needed) or combine it with a jump session with a Jump & Climb Combo Ticket.

Bouncers of all ages can defy gravity on the wall-to-wall trampolines at both and plus enjoy other exciting attractions. There are a range of sessions for all ages! Find out more here https://www.airhop.co.uk/

10/12/2024

We had a fantastic time yesterday at . Firstly, we listened to Alan Titchmarsh narrating an extract of his Jack Frost story to music composed by Debbie Wiseman, and that was followed by a lovely wander around the garden to see the beautiful lights of . What an evening!

04/12/2024

AnotherWorldVR is launching in Camberley on Saturday 21st December!

They offer cutting-edge free-roam virtual reality experiences that transport players into thrilling, immersive worlds in a fun environment.

Games are for between 2-12 players so whether you want to play with a sibling or with a bigger group of friends, there is something for everyone.

Whether it’s surviving a zombie apocalypse, exploring futuristic landscapes, or solving puzzles in ancient ruins, players experience full-body interaction in a safe, fun environment. The games are suitable for ages 6 to adults.

Book your next adventure at https://camberley.another-world.com/

29/11/2024

Calling all pony fans! Have you checked out Little Trotters Farm yet? On their weekend rides you will groom your shetland pony and then enjoy a ride through the enchanted woodland. Parents can accompany their child if they would like. They are suitable for ages 2-9 and aimed at beginners and improvers.

They also sell Woodland Ride gift vouchers - a perfect Christmas present for pony mad little ones!

https://www.littletrottersponyparties.co.uk/

23/11/2024

🤩For a limited time, we are offering our Spring Term Saturday classes for £25!!! 11 weeks of classes for just £25!!! Please note we have a limited amount of spaces in each class for this discounted price, and no refunds.

Where: Woking High School, Horsell Rise, GU21 4BD
Day: Saturday
Dates: 18th January 2025 – 5th April 2025 *no class on the 22nd February 2025 for half term*

9:00-9:30 Baby Ballet (ages 2-5)
9:30-10:00 Baby Street Dance (ages 2-5)
10:00-10:45 Street Dance (ages 5-11)
10:45-11:30 Musical Theatre (ages 5-11)

22/11/2024

✉️ 🎅You can stop by The Square Camberley every day from 9.30am-5.30pm until Christmas Eve, and enjoy free letter writing to Santa. Tell him special wishes and hopes for the Christmas season and receive a letter back from Santa himself if you post in the special post box before 17th December! It is located outside Santa's grotto in Cambridge Square.

🎅There will also be the chance to meet Santa on select dates at his grotto for £2.50 per child, for a magical photo opportunity plus a delicious treat for every child too! 50% of all proceeds will go to the Rotary Club of Camberley’s charities.

🐻‍❄️And on Sat 14th December, you can meet Nanuk, the animatronic polar bear and the Ice Maiden. They will be making appearances at 11am, 1pm and 3pm.

For more info visit https://www.thesqcamberley.co.uk/

21/11/2024

Elm Nursery have a huge selection of British grown Christmas trees on sale from the end of November and an extensive range of Christmas gifts, toys and decorations in the shop. 🌲

🦌From Sat 30 Nov - Sun 22 Dec, you can visit the children’s farm and see the ‘magic of Christmas’ scenes, Father Christmas’s sleigh and complete the Reindeer Hunt for a prize. Open 7 days a week, 10am-3.30pm (last entry 3pm), there is an admission charge for the farm, free parking and café serving homemade cakes and lunches. Open until 3pm on 22 December.

🎅You can visit Father Christmas in his grotto on Sundays in December. There is no need to book in advance, just wait your turn on the day. Father Christmas will be there from 11am-3pm. The cost is £12 per child and includes a gift. Admission to the farm is not required to visit Father Christmas, but a combined ticket for the farm and grotto with be available to buy on the day.

Find out more at https://elmnursery.co.uk/

20/11/2024

🎄There's lots happening this Christmas at the National Trust!

🐑Shaun the Sheep - Find the Flock at Winkworth Arboretum NT runs from Sat 23 Nov - Sun 19 Jan. Get ready for a baa-rilliant winter adventure at Winkworth Arboretum and find twelve super-sized Shaun sculptures around the landscape plus fun games and engaging activities! No booking needed, included in admission.

🎠From Sat 23 Nov - Sun 5 Jan celebrate Christmas in style at Polesden Lacey - National Trust. The house at Polesden Lacey is elaborately dressed for a Christmas masquerade ball. See the 20ft Christmas tree in the Grand Hall and enjoy immersive scenes through the house. Outside, ride on a vintage carousel and take part in Grizwald the Griffin’s festive family trail.

🎉On Sat 30 Nov and Sun 1 Dec 11am-4pm families can come and create Christmas cards, crackers, tree decorations and more at Dapdune Wharf! Pen your letter to Santa and explore the bookshop - free entry and free craft activities.

⚓Inspired by the carol ‘I Saw Three Ships’, soak up the magic of Christmas at Hatchlands Park National Trust. Step into the welcoming country house and look out for nautical touches as you walk through the downstairs rooms with their sparkling decorations and beautifully decorated trees. You can also enjoy family activities on the festive parkland trail. Sun 1 Dec - Tues 31 Dec, 12-3pm (house) and Sun 1 Dec – Sun 5 Jan, 10am-4pm (parkland). Included in admission.

❄️Visit Claremont Landscape Garden NT from Sat 7 Dec - Sun 5 Jan and join a festive trail around the garden. Peek behind doors, enjoy festive fun and games and get into the Christmas spirit with the family on a wintry walk around Claremont. The trail is included in entry, 10am-3pm.

🎄Enjoy a free Family Frost Trail at Box Hill - pick up your free trail sheet and see how many winter characters you can spot on the festive storyboards along the play trail. Sat 14 Dec – Sun 5 Jan 10am-4pm. Plus, on selected days take part in craft activities and help decorate the community Christmas tree with your creation.

Find out more at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/surrey

20/11/2024

⚽🎾🏑Not sure which sport your child will enjoy? At Multi Sports they will play a huge range of sports throughout the year from Archery, Athletics and Badminton to Rounders, Football, Fencing and loads more.

Classes run on Saturdays at St Peter's School in Merrow, near Guildford. Little Sporties (4-5 year olds) have 90 minute sessions, and the Main School (6-16 year olds) have 3 hour classes. The Main School is split into groups so children are with others of a similar age and ability.

Find out more at https://www.multisportsguildford.co.uk/
MultiSports Guildford

19/11/2024

🎄The Alice Holt Christmas tree shop opens tomorrow and will then be open 9am-5pm, 7 days a week until 19 Dec.

🎄Choose from traditional Norway Spruce for a fresh pine scent, Fraser Fir or a Nordmann Fir, the most popular Christmas tree in the UK due to their shape and low drop dark green needles. Available in a range of heights. Or for something different, there are a variety of potted trees available, up to 5ft in height.

🎄Make a day of it and try the exciting new festive trail while you visit. Or enjoy the Gruffalo Party trail before it finishes at the end of 2024.

☕There's also a cafe for refreshements.

Alice Holt Forest - Forestry England
For more information visit:
forestryengland.uk/real-christmas-trees

19/11/2024

🎅Santa brings his Magical Grotto to Squire's Garden Centres this Christmas! You’ll receive a warm welcome from his jolly elves and chat with Santa himself.

🎅Santa will be at the following locations; Badshot Lea, Crawley, Frensham, Milford, Shepperton, Stanmore, Washington, West Horsley, Woking and Wokingham.

🎅Santa’s Grotto is open on weekends from Sat 23 Nov - Sun 15 Dec and daily from Fri 20 - Tues 24 Dec 9.30am-4pm (10.30am-4pm on Sundays) and Santa takes a break from 12.30pm-2pm when the grottos will be closed. Children will receive a wrapped gift and an ‘I’ve Seen Santa’ badge.

🎟️Tickets are available to buy in-store on the day. £9 per child, first 2 adults go free (£1 per extra adult) and £1 from each ticket sold is donated to charity.

Find out more here: https://www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk/shop/customer-events/group/Meet%20Santa%20in%20his%20magical%20grotto%20-%202024/day/23/month/11/year/2024.html

18/11/2024

There's lots of free fun at Princes Mead Shopping Centre in Farnborough this Christmas, starting with the light switch and Roller Skating Baubles in the centre this Saturday!

On Sun 24 Nov the Christmas grotto opens offering FREE visits to Santa every Saturday and Sunday up to and including Sun 22 Dec, between 11am-1pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm. No booking required, a queuing system will be in place.

There is also lots more free entertainment in the centre every Saturday from Sat 23 Nov - Sat 21 Dec. https://www.princesmead.co.uk/whats-on/

15/11/2024

🎅Meet Father Christmas from 20-24 Dec at either Godalming (Denningberg Centre, GU7 1HP) or Leatherhead (Leatherhead Institute, KT22 8AH). Spend quality time in the comfort of his cosy, beautifully adorned sitting room. Book in individual family groups. Recommended for children aged 12 months-10 years.

🎅Every child receives a soft plush toy and will be noted down in Santa’s magic book ready for the big day! To book visit: www.santasittingroom.littleboxoffice.com

15/11/2024

⚡This nearly new sale is tomorrow! There are going to be lots of stalls with top quality like new baby and children’s items from birth to around 6 years. £2 entry, kids are free. Bring cash!

14/11/2024

🎄Get ready for a baa-rilliant winter adventure at Winkworth Arboretum NT running from Sat 23 Nov - Sun 19 Jan.

🌟They’ve teamed up with Wild in Art, to bring Aardman’s mischievous Shaun the Sheep to life with a Christmas trail around the Arboretum.

👀Come and find twelve super-sized Shaun sculptures, each uniquely designed and decorated by talented artists and inspired by beautiful English landscapes.

🎠Plus there are fun games, carousel rides, engaging activities and delicious winter treats from the tearoom.

🎟️No booking needed, included in admission. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/winkworth-arboretum/christmas-at-winkworth-arboretum

Aardman Shaun the Sheep

Shaun the Sheep™ is coming to Winkworth Arboretum this Christmas, with 12 beautifully decorated sculptures to discover.

13/11/2024

🎄Bookings are now open for NSSport Surrey's Christmas holiday activities! They are running in Woking at:

⭐Brookwood Primary 18-23 Dec
⭐Sythwood Primary 18-23 Dec & 2-3 Jan

You can choose from two programmes, NS Stars and NS Strikers, both led by a dedicated, enthusiastic, and highly qualified team.

And if you book for Monday 23rd December you'll get to meet Santa as well as enjoy lots of other festive fun! 🎅 https://www.nssport.co.uk/

11/11/2024

Come and try a FREE SWIMMING LESSON on Saturday morning at the DUKE OF KENT SCHOOL PEASLAKE contact Jen on 07539952135 to book your slot.

11/11/2024

The Touch Typing Hub is holding an intensive beginners and intermediate touch typing course for children (8+) and teenagers from Tues 17 - Fri 20 Dec at Barfield School, Farnham running from 10am-midday. Offering:

⭐A disciplined but fun working environment;
⭐Small group sizes, so lots of individual attention;
⭐Teaching of correct hand positioning & posture
⭐Teaching the importance of accuracy as well as speed

At the end each student will have gained an invaluable skill for life!

🎟️Plus new clients will get a 10% discount if you quote FAMMAG

For more info visit: www.touchtypinghub.com or contact Naomi on 07949 204553 or [email protected]