Archive for April, 2008

Free Inclusive Fitness week at Horfield – 24th – 30th April

{ April 16, 2008 @ 11:47 am } · { Bristol Events, Disability News, Discounts, Free }
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www.everyoneactive.com

 

As part of a national promotion to raise the awareness of the Inclusive Fitness Initiative, Horfield Leisure Centre as an accredited Inclusive Fitness Initiative site will be putting on a number of sessions open to both Juniors (11 – 15) and adults (16+) along with FREE supervised gym sessions for adults to use the cardiovascular, resistance and balance equipment during the week.

Sessions to include:

SWIM FOR ALL:

Friday 24th, Monday 28th & Wednesday 30th all sessions at 15:00 – 16:00

JUNIOR ACTIVE SESSIONS (11-15yrs):

Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th from 13:00 – 14:00*

GYM SESSIONS running throughout the week*

There are limited numbers of places and we therefore ask that you book in advance by contacting Jeff or Pete (Fitness Motivators) at Horfield Leisure Centre on 0117 3532540.

*These activities will need forms to be completed prior to attendance therefore if you could please contact us so we can send forms out to you we would be grateful.

We look forward to seeing you.

 

SLM manage these facilities in partnership with Bristol City Council

 

Also Sessions to include:

SPINNING (Indoor group cycling) on Saturday 26th 14:00 – 14:30

AEROBICS on Monday 28th 10:45 – 11:15

WHEELCHAIR SKILLS on Saturday 26th 14:30 – 15:30*

on Monday 28th 14:30 – 15:30 Juniors*

WHEELCHAIR SKILLS on Wednesday 30th 13:00 – 14:00 Adults*

FUN SWIM FOR ALL on Tuesday 29th 14:00 – 15:00

And 1 hr GYM SESSIONS running throughout the week*

There are limited numbers of places and we therefore ask that you book in advance by contacting Kara, Mike or Kev (Fitness Motivators) at Henbury Leisure Centre on 0117 3532554.

*These activities will need forms to be completed prior to attendance therefore if you could please contact us so we can send forms out to you we would be grateful.

 

The Egg Childrens Theatre, Bath

{ April 10, 2008 @ 12:24 pm } · { Bath venues, Venue }
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http://www.theatreroyal.org.uk/the-egg/shows/shadow-play/

Location and direction at http://www.theatreroyal.org.uk/contact-us/

BBC review on the Egg:

the egg is a new theatre for children, young people and families in Bath. BBC Somerset reviewer Kirsty Gardener went along to the theatre, prior to its public opening, to have a look round.

Put simply, there is nothing like the egg in Bath.

It is a child’s delight. Designed by children for children, it will host shows by children and for children, in a packed year-round programme. 

The seats are long, soft and couch-like and not for the long-legged, since they are built to child specifications.

The auditorium is cosy, seats more than 100 people and is on two levels. It’s modern but not garish, with lots of bright red drapery and red corrugated plastic walls.

Most innovative of all, it has a soundproof room where parents can take noisy children, but still watch a performance without disturbing anyone.

ANIMAL FARM ADVENTURE PARK

{ April 10, 2008 @ 12:20 pm } · { Out of town venue, Venue }
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Red Rd, Berrow, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset TA8 2RW. Zone C.

Open daily 10am-5.30pm (5pm in winter), admission £7 adult/£6.50child/£6 senior/£26 family of 4 (slightly more for bigger families)/under-2s free.

Ffi: 01278 751628, www.animal-farm.co.uk

 

• “All-weather family fun. Stay and play all day” says the publicity of this huge, unpretentious place. It’s got a big park with farm animals as well as a petting zoo. There’s a vast outdoor adventure playground and an indoor play barn and some of the most awesome slides in the west. A good prospect for kids on rainy days. Also hosts themed fundays.

BIRDLAND PARK & GARDENS

{ April 10, 2008 @ 12:19 pm } · { Out of town venue, Venue }
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Rissington Rd, Bourton-on-the-Water, Glos GL54 2BN. Zone D.

Open daily 10am-6pm Apr-Oct (10am-4pm Nov-Mar), 2008 prices not confirmed (2007 prices were £5.25 adult/£4.25 senior/£3.25 ages 4-14/£15.50 2 adults + 2 children) – phone or check website for details.

Ffi: 01451 820480, www.birdland.co.uk

• One of the major attractions in Bourton, this place has been going for yonks, celebrating its 51st birthday last year. It was once a trout farm and poplar tree plantation but is now home to hundreds of birds, including flamingos, pelicans, cranes, storks, penguins and waterfowl. There are also aviaries with parrots, falcons, pheasants and lots more, plus indoor tropical and desert houses for creatures used to very hot climes. The penguins are fed at 2.30pm daily. Phone or check website for bird of prey encounter days. Dogs welcome as long as they’re kept on leads.

COTSWOLD FARM PARK

{ April 10, 2008 @ 12:17 pm } · { Out of town venue, Venue }
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Guiting Power, nr Stow on the Wold, Cheltenham, Glos GL54 5UG.

NB: Beware using SatNav systems to travel here as they may direct you through a deep ford; follow brown & white tourist signposts instead. Zone D.

Open daily 10.30am-5pm from 15 Mar-7 Sept, then weekends to 19 Oct, closed in winter, admission £6.50 adult/£6 senior/£5.25 under 16/£21.25 family. Ffi: 01451 850307, www.cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk

 

• One of the original and best of the ubiquitous rash of farm parks that broke out in the 1980s and 90s, and one which has stood the test of time. It’s big, with loads of rare breeds, including sheep, cattle, pigs, goats, horses, poultry and waterfowl. There’s also a big play barn, plus “Touch Barn” (petting zoo), farm safari rides (no extra charge anymore) and a tractor school. Also a nice new woodland adventure playground and a regular programme of seasonal demonstrations. Oh, and a “jumping pillow” which sounds brilliant – something between a bouncy castle and a trampoline that both children and adults are allowed on.

Distance Learning, Volunteer Training from University of Wales

{ April 9, 2008 @ 11:26 am } · { Training News, Volunteer Info }
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To: Time2share

This is a brief note to let you know about the free distance learning training course we are currently providing for the voluntary and not-for-profit sectors.

The Certificate in Interpersonal Skills for Volunteers, run by the University of Wales, Lampeter (

http://www.volstudy.ac.uk) has helped hundreds of people over the years improve their interpersonal skills. You don’t need to be a volunteer to take advantage of this course, everybody can benefit from improved interpersonal skills.At the moment the course is available free of charge for UK and EU residents who do not hold (and are not currently studying for) a degree or higher qualification.

The course is part-time distance learning with no exams. We have monthly start dates and our tutor support is second to none. The course is fully accredited by the University of Wales and can lead to a BA Degree in Voluntary Sector Studies.

If you would like to know more then please visit our website at

 

http://www.volstudy.ac.uk. Phone us on 01570 424785 or reply to this email.Matthew Scott

The Department of Voluntary Sector Studies University of Wales, Lampeter College Street Lampeter

SA48 7ED

01570 424785

 

 

http://www.volstudy.ac.uk

April and May – Bristol Zoo

{ April 4, 2008 @ 12:12 pm } · { Uncategorized }
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Mr Brown Pig will be entertaining children at Bristol Zoo with pantomime, folk and fairytales, comedy sketches etc every weekend in April and May at the Zoo. Normal entry costs apply but entertainment is free.

Remember:

Bristol Zoo – Volunteers are always free. For a one off visit the disabled child should cost £3.85 (you will need to explain and perhaps show your ID card). Annual Membership for a disabled child is £12.50, which is good value if the child really likes animals. They also run a variety of activities for holidays and weekends.

Easter Hols – Bristol Harbourside

{ April 4, 2008 @ 11:22 am } · { Bristol Events, Bristol Venues, Free }
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13th April – Pegasus Model Boat racing – 10am -6pm Baltic Wharf

19th April – Saling Dinghy racing – 10:30am – 5pm, Baltic Wharf and Prince St Bridge

 26th April – Bristol University Rowing Race – 10am – 6pm Baltic Wharf to Lloyd Ampitheatre

Easter Holidays at Felix Rd Adventure Playground

{ April 4, 2008 @ 11:16 am } · { Bristol Events, Bristol Venues }
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Click picture to view  Easter Hols at Felix Rd