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Half Term May 201323 BBC “ANTIQUES ROADSHOW” FILMING. Eastbourne
Bandstand. 9.30am-4.30pm. Bring along antiques & art forfree advice & valuation. Presented by Fiona Bruce. FREE.
24 TWILIGHT. Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat. 7.30-9.30pm. Family evening around the camp fire, with campfirefood and a walk in the forest looking for badgers and bats.Ages 8-12. £7.50. Book 01273 497561. sussexwt.org.uk
24-27 ELDERFLOWER FIELDS FAMILY FESTIVAL. Bentley Estate,near Lewes. 40+ bands, woodland spa, yoga, zumba. Kids’activities: sports camp, Urban Woods, creative, theatre & artworkshops, cinema tent & miniature train rides. Youth bandcompetition. Free Family Picnic, Sunday. Weekend pass, adult£95, child £40, day tickets available: elderflowerfields.co.uk
Local events for kidsSummer Term May-July 2013
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Summer Football & Gym CampsMonday 29 July - Friday 2 August 2013
4-10 years.
Princes Park, Eastbourne25 May - 1 June, 2 - 9pm
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Half Term May 2013Until SCHOOLS & COLLEGES “PORTRAITS” EXHIBITION.9June Towner, College Road, Eastbourne. Tues-Sun 10am-6pm.
Enter the Portrait Booth and explore the idea of portraitscoming to life. FREE entry & FREE family trail available.
25 EASTBOURNE’S SUNSHINE CARNIVAL. From Fisherman’sGreen to Wish Tower slopes. From 4pm. Annual processionof local charities, schools and businesses with live music.Theme is “Sussex by the Sea”. Don’t forget some coins forthe charity buckets!
25,26 EASTBOURNE SPORTS FESTIVAL. Sports Park, Sports &Leisure Centres. Taster sessions for only £1pp per sport.Try tennis, squash, skating, trampolining, street dance,boxing, fencing, rugby, basketball, athletics, martial arts,zumba, scuba, diving & lifeguarding. Book eastbourne.gov.uk/leisure/sport/council/eastbourne-sports-festival
Musical theatre classesages 5-9 & 9-14, £5 per class.
Call Jane on 01323 720039.
Act, Sing & Dancewith
SpotlightTheatre Club
Schools & CollegesExhibition 2013: “Portraits”
Saturday 11 May - Sunday 9 June(closed Mondays)
Over 1,000 children and youngpeople from Sussex were inspiredby Towner’s portraits collection tocreate their own original portraits
in a range of media.Enter the Portrait Booth andexplore the idea of portraits
coming to life. Discover the storiesbeyond the golden frames. FREE!
This Is Me!Friday 31 May
Work with a professional artistto create your own self portraits.
Ages 5-8: 10.30am-12.30pmAges 9-12: 1.30-3.30pm.£5. Please book online.
Digital Landscapes:inspired by the South Downs
Saturday 22 JuneExplore the use of drawings and
photos to develop your ownimaginary landscapes, influenced
by Fiona Rae’s exhibition.Everyone will receive a print oftheir work and the combined
artworks will be available onlineas an interactive landscape.
We’ll use the Towner’s Macs &iPads - bring your own if you can.
Ages 5-8: 10.30am-12.30pmAges 9-12: 1.30-3.30pm.£5. Please book online.
New ‘People & Portraits’family trail
available FREEat Towner!
For info and bookings visittownereastbourne.org.uk
01323 434670Towner, College Rd,
Eastbourne.
townerfamily learning
Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat, Seaford.Friday 24 May 7.30-9.30pm TWILIGHT
An evening in the forest with food cooked over a camp fireand a walk in the woods to look for badgers and bats.
Family event. Ages 8-12. £7.50 per child.Wed 29 May 10.30am-4.30pm GREEN ART DROP-INCollect natural materials on the forest art trail then use
them to create mini rafts, monsters, baskets & jewellery.Family event. Ages 7-11. £3 donation. Just drop in.
Tuesdays & Thursdaysin the Summer Holidays
SUMMER HOLIDAY CLUBSBook now for
Bushcraft Challenge:shelter building, campfires, survival skills,
Claws & Tentacles: marine creatures day,Hunters & Hunted: stalking & camouflage and
Trail Blazer: tracking & trailing,Wild About Bushcraft: survival skills for older children,
Wild Magic: imaginative crafts for older children.4 hour sessions. Ages 7-11 and 12-15, £15 per child.
Fridays 2 & 9 August DROP INTO SUMMERFamily drop-ins. Craft activities, forest trail,pond dipping, coastal trail and beach art.
For families with kids aged 5-11.£3 donation for materials. Just drop in.
Children must be accompanied at all eventsBooking essential for some events:
(01273) 497561 www.sussexwt.org.uk
Half Term May 201325May FUNFAIR. Princes Park, Eastbourne. 2-9pm. All the fun of-1Jun the fair. Rides & attractions each £1.50pp.
25May HALF TERM FUN AT SHARNFOLD FARM. Hailsham Road,-1Jun Stone Cross. 11am: see the baby lambs feeding; 12 & 2pm:
tractor & trailer rides, plus new activity challenges along thefarm trail. Farm shop, coffee shop and play area.01323 768490. sharnfoldfarm.co.uk
25May MAYTIME AT SPRING BARN FARM. Kingston Road, Lewes.-1Jun 10am-5.30pm. Feed the pigs, meet the lambs and other
small animals, piggie racing. Adult £7.50, child (2-14)£6.50, family (2+2) £26. springbarnfarm.com
25May HALF TERM AT THE REDOUBT. Redoubt, Royal Parade,-1Jun Eastbourne. 10am-5pm. Try lifting a cannonball, guard a
sentry box, try on a military uniform, be a prisoner in thecells and visit the new kids’ art room to make your owncreations. New military uniform exhibition. Adult £4.50,child £2.50, family £12. 01323 410300.
26 STREET STYLES 2013. Winter Garden, Eastbourne. 5pm.Action packed street dance with UK dance champions,TV stars & hosted by surprise guest from Sky’s “Got toDance”. Tickets £10, under 3s FREE. 01323 412000.
28 WHAT’S UP WITH THE WEATHER? Observatory ScienceCentre, Herstmonceux. 10.30am-1pm or 2-4.30pm.Half day science workshop for ages 6+. Learn about theweather with fun interactive experiments and activities.£9.95. Book 01323 832731. the-observatory.org
29 GREEN ART FAMILY DROP-IN DAY. Seven Sisters CountryPark, Exceat. 10.30am-4.30pm. Follow the woodland arttrail, make monsters from natural materials, build a miniraft, go pond dipping, draw with charcoal & chalk, tryweaving, basket and jewellery making. Bring lunch and stayall day! Ages 7-11. £3. Just drop in. sussexwt.org.uk
10am-5pm (4pm Sun), closed TuesdaysUnit 3, Holmes Hill Estate
(A22), Whitesmith BN8 6JA
PAINT YOUR OWNPOTTERY &
CRAFT STUDIO
The Masterpiece Studio
Tel: 01323 832731Observatory Science Centre,
Herstmonceux BN27 1RNwww.the-observatory.org
Open 7 days a week 10am-6pm.Telescope tours, science shows,
water play areas.
School Holiday WorkshopsHalf Day Workshops
£9.95ppTues 28 May: Weather Age 6+
Wed 29 May: Car Power Age 6-9 Tues 30 July: Living in Space 6+
Wed 31 July Arty Stars & Planets 6+Tues 6 Aug: Rocketry Age 6+
Wed 7 Aug: Papermaking Age 6+Tues 13 Aug: The Sun Age 6+
Wed 14 Aug: Sporty Science 6-9Thurs 15 Aug: Bug Hunt Age 6+
Thurs 22 Aug: K’Nex Age 6+Full Day Workshops (£20.95pp)Tues 20 Aug: Chemistry Age 6+Wed 21 Aug: Chemistry Age 9+
The ObservatoryScience Centre
90+ hands-on exhibitsin the former home of the
Royal Greenwich Observatory
Spaceslimited.
Bookearly!
Learn to pole vault,high jump,hurdle &
throw the hammer.Play games.
Run in races & relays.Free T shirt.
STARTRACK 2013FUN WEEK OF ATHLETICS
Eastbourne Sports Park10am-3pm, 5-9 August
Ages 8-15. £56 for the [email protected]
CONFIDENT READINGREADING - WRITING - SPELLINGOne to one private tuitionwith fully qualified teacher.Full assessment given.All ages welcome.Old Town area & beyond.Tel: Linda on 01323 645416
www.lindahardman.co.uk
www.masterpiecestudio.co.uk
Half Term May 201329 CAR POWER WORKSHOP. Observatory Science Centre,
Herstmonceux. 10.30am-1pm (ages 6-9) or 2-4.30pm(ages 9+). Half day science workshops. Design and buildyour own model car then see what can power it along -gravity, a propeller, a balloon or solar power. £9.95.Book 01323 832731. the-observatory.org
31 “THIS IS ME!” ART WORKSHOP. Towner, College Road,Eastbourne. Artist led workshop. Inspired by the People &Portraits exhibition kids will create their own self portraits.Ages 5-8: 10.30am-12.30pm. Ages 9-12: 1.30-3.30pm.£5 per child. Book 01323 434670.
31 ABBA TRIBUTE SHOW. Eastbourne Bandstand. 8-9.30pm.Advance tickets: adult £7.50, child £5.25.On the night: adult £9, child £6.25. 01323 410611.eastbournebandstand.co.uk
June 20132 EASTBOURNE CYCLING FESTIVAL. Western Lawns. Bike
stunt displays, mountain bike ride, youth races, Bling YourBike, blend your own bike-powered smoothies, improve yourbike handling and skills at Go-Ride plus Watt Bike SchoolsChallenge. New bikes, cycling equipment and clothing stalls.01424 810096 eastbournecyclingfestival.co.uk
2 ROCKPOOL RAMBLE. Birling Gap (meet in car park).11am-1pm. Join the rangers for a hunt through the rockpools to see what you can discover and identify. Rockpoolingequipment available to borrow, but you can bring your own.£3. Book 01323 423197. nationaltrust.org.uk
7 TAKE THAT TRIBUTE SHOW. Eastbourne Bandstand.8-9.30pm. Advance tickets: adult £7.50, child £5.25.On the night: adult £9, child £6.25. 01323 410611.eastbournebandstand.co.uk
Cultural AccomodationTravel Services
Require Good, CaringHOST FAMILIES
July rates £92.75per student per week.
Langney area21-27 September
20-24 October
Hampden Park area9-13 September
2-6 October13-17 October
Langney Point / Roselands /Town Centre area20-27 September
14-17 OctoberVarious other dates
also available.Out of season rates
£82.25 per student per weekFor more details ring or email
01323 727235
C.A.T.S.
vintagemotoringcompany.co.uk
FREE event!
2 June 2013, Western LawnsCycling & Sports Activities:
Skills Challenges,Closed Road Racing,
Sportive Event, Duathlon,Family Mountain Bike Ride,
5k Fun Run, Exhibitors.eastbournecyclingfestival.co.uk
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01323 739630 / 07850 [email protected]
Drum Lessons All ages & abilities welcome
½ hour trial lessons available Learn jazz, rock, rudiments,
independence Friendly CRB checked tutor
Enjoyable play-along program All lessons 1:1
ONE 2 ONE TUITIONKS2 MATHS & LITERACY
Caring, experienced, happy tutor.CRB checked. £20 per hour.
Willingdon area.Holidays & term time.Tel: 01323 505771
We’re having a ballCome and see what all the fun’s about
Football and Rugby Sessionsfor children 18 months-7 years
Free trial classFor info and availability in this area call:
01323 749640or email Bev:
Same People ...littlekickers.co.uk
... Different Balllittlerugby.co.uk
Summer Holiday Courses call for detailsNew!
Music and movementExploring rhythm through performing, composing andimprovisingLearning to sing through games and songsPlaying tuned and un-tuned percussion instrumentsReading and writing basic music notation
FREE CHILD & ADULTASSESSMENTSAs well as offering
NHS treatment for children,we also provide Private optionsto both children and adults.
Give our Patient Coordinator teama ring to book your no obligation,
Free Assessment Appointment.We also offer flexible,
interest free payment optionsfor all our private patients.For more information or
to book an appointment call
01323 4627503 Terminus Buildings, Upperton Road, Eastbourne BN21 1BA
Tel: 01323 462750 Email: [email protected] End Bracknell Camberley Maidenhead Marlow Slough Twyford Windsor Woking Wokingham
Spanish TuitionLiz Newing BA Hons, PGCE
Experienced primary & secondarySpanish language teacher.
All ages to GCSE.CRB checked.
01323 723596 / 07773 459 225
Lottbridge Drove(01323) 520229
• Miniature Steam orDiesel Train Rides
• Lineside Nature Walk• Model Railways
• Cafe • Railway Shop• Tots Village
• Children’s AdventurePlayground
• Picnic Areas • Toilets
www.emsr.co.uk
PRIVATE TUITIONMiss Johnson B.A. Dip. Ed.
07730 556590 or 639396
Qualified and experiencedteacher offers
English & Mathsup to 11 plus.
English up to GCSE.
June 20138 BLACKOUT & BUNTING. Redoubt, Royal Parade, Eastbourne.
10am-4pm. Life on the Home Front in the ‘40s, with livinghistory and make do & mend activities. Bomber Commandgrenade practise at 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Stroll round theVintage Market then find out how to make do and mend withUtility Jude. Wartime Fashion show at 12noon. Help theHome Guard secure the fortress, find out what to do in an airraid and pose for a photo (extra charge) in a wartime outfit.Adult £6, child £4, family £15. 01323 410300.
9 OPEN FARM SUNDAY. Blackstock Farm, Grove Hill,Hellingly. FREE entry today. Enjoy the farm and woodlandwalks, the farm animals and the indoor and outdoor playareas. Tractor rides and horse and cart rides may also beavailable, subject to weather. blackstockfarm.co.uk
15-22 AEGON INTERNATIONAL TENNIS. Devonshire Park.10am-9pm. Pre-Wimbledon tournament with world classtennis. British No.1 Laura Robson will be playing.FREE Family Day on Saturday 15th: FREE entry to thegrounds. Some unreserved seats on the Centre Court, ticketsfor these from onsite box office on the day. lta.org.uk BoxOffice for all other tickets 0844 581 3015.
Tel 01323 7222551 Rockingham Place,
Star Road, Eastbourne.Behind Waitrose in Old Town.
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Eastbourne's best kept beauty secret ...*Free skin consultations
*Laser Treatments & Chemical Peels*Botox & Dermal Fillers
*CACI Non Surgical Face Lift*Microdermabrasion & Oxygen Therapy*Md Formulations Prescription Facials
*bareMinerals Make-up & Skincare
Enjoy 10% off*any treatment
on presentation of this voucher... discover the beauty within!
Manicures * Pedicures * Gel PolishMassages * Facials * Lash ExtensionsSemi-Permanent Make-Up * Waxing
Gift Vouchers * Pamper Packages*To be used once only and not inconjunction with any other offer.
Open Daily10am-5pm
June 201316 FATHERS’ DAY CLAY SHOOTING. Knockhatch Adventure Park,
A22, Hailsham. 10am-5.30pm. Special treat for dads -one FREE Laser Clay Shooting session on the day. Parkadmission: adult £7.99, child (3-16) £9.49, child (aged2) £3.99, family (2+2) £31.99. Use voucher below for2-for-1 entry (cheaper ticket FREE) knockhatch.com
Be The Best!Maths Tuition
From age 4 to degree level.Very flexible and
experienced in problem cases.Eastbourne & surrounding areas.
First lesson free.
Tel:07949530310 9
EASTBOURNE TOWNYOUTH F.C.
(formerly Old Town Youth FC)
CALLING ALLFUTURE WORLD CUP
WINNERS!Boys and girls required
for the2013/2014 SEASON.
Boys: Under 6s - Under18s,Girls: Under 9s - Under 14s.
Come and join themost successful
youth football clubin Eastbourne!
Tel: Tony Guarino(01323) 508684
1½ hours of supervised activity run by our party staff½ an hour for the children to eat their party food
Hampden Park: 01323 509859Cavendish: 01323 647683eastbourne.gov.uk/sportscentres
2 hour parties from just £71for children aged from 4 years
* FUN & GAMES * BOUNCY CASTLE* FOOTBALL * OLYMPICS
Disco, Roller Disco & Go-Kart PartiesParties are from £125, £220, £245. 10% discount not included.
Subject to availability of external entertainer.3 Year Old Bouncy Castle Parties
Available at Cavendish only. Includes hall & bouncy castle hire only.Staff supervision is not included.
For further details contact:The Director of Studies,
St Giles Eastbourne,13 Silverdale Road,
Eastbourne. BN20 7AJ.01323 729167
TRAIN TOTEACH ENGLISH
4-week intensiveTeacher Training Courses
leading to theTrinity Cert TESOL,
an internationally recognisedqualification.
3 - 28 June,2 - 27 September 2013
Course fee: £992
St GilesEastbourne
Mini manicures,nail art, photos,
l ight refreshments,party bags
(extra) and aChocolate Fountain!
Only £10per child
Chi ldren’sParties
Hi!Homestay International
Homestay Internationalrequires additional local
host families to accommodatemultinational students.
Call Sue 07948 280488 or [email protected]
*listed partiesat Cavendish
with this advertif booked before
31/08/13.
Visit Knockhatch Adventure Parkfor lots of fun things to do for the whole family,
including a Children's Farm,massive Indoor Soft Centre,
large Adventure Playground and more ...There's fun to be had no matter what the weather!
Peak & off-peak times and prices apply.Please check our website for details.
Off the A22 west of Hailsham.( 01323) 442051 www.knockhatch.com
All yearround
family fun!
2-4-1cheapest ticket
goes FREE!
Voucher valid until31 Aug 2013.
Not valid with anyother offer or
with a family ticket.
June 201316 FATHERS’ DAY - FREE ENTRY FOR DADS. Spring Barn
Farm Park, Kingston Road, Lewes. 9am-5.30pm. Dads entryFREE with one paying person on Fathers’ Day. Adult £7.50,child £6.50 (2-14), family (2+2) £26. 01273 488450.
22 DIDDI DANCE SUMMER PARTY. Cavendish School.2-4.30pm. Facepainting, cakes, stalls, Diddi Danceentertainment. Entry £1 (in aid of Chestnut Tree House).
22 MICHELHAM PRIORY GOES WILD! Upper Dicker.10.30am-5pm. Wildlife activities, dog show and dog agilitycompetition, craft show and barbecue. Admission: adult£7.50, child £4, family (of 4) £20. 01323 844224.
29 EASTBOURNE ARMED FORCES DAY. Redoubt, RoyalParade, Eastbourne. Living history performances, music,dance and lots to make and do. FREE entry to ParadeGround for event. 01323 410300.
29,30 LARK IN THE PARK & BARK IN THE PARK. SeasideRecreation Ground, Eastbourne. 11am-4pm (funfair until8pm). Charity family fun day with light-hearted dog showfrom 12noon on Sunday. Funfair, entertainment, dancers,African drummers, stalls & refreshments. 01323 438743.
Enrich your lives this Summer -enjoy a family camping trip to
Fairfields Farm near Eastbourne.
Low cost holiday.Wealth of local attractions.Be spontaneous and take
advantage of good weather.
Only 2 miles from the beach.Free fishing.
Only 2 mins from the station.
Get close to nature -set on a working farm.
Meet the farm pets.Good clean facilities.
Eastbourne Road, Westham,Pevensey, East Sussex BN24 5NG.
HOST FAMILIESrequired
within walkingdistance of the school.
From April to September,for students of all ages
from 14 upwards.All nationalities.
Good rates.Families holdingCRB Disclosures
particularly welcome.Please contact:
The Accommodation Officer,St Giles Eastbourne,13 Silverdale Road,
Eastbourne, BN20 7AJ.Tel: 01323 744067accommodation@
stgiles-eastbourne.co.ukwww.stgiles-international.com
St GilesEastbourne
Meets Fridays 6.15-7.15pm at theBridge Club, 11 Wish Rd, BN21 4NX
Coaching and match playAll ages and abilities welcome
£2 per [email protected]
Tel 07850 274911
July 20136,7 999 EMERGENCY SERVICES DISPLAY. Western Lawns,
Eastbourne seafront. 10.30am-5pm daily. FREE EmergencyServices spectacular. Get a close look at emergency responsevehicles. Climb into an ambulance or a fire engine - try outthe hoses. Arena events, displays & demos from the policedogs, fire brigade, ambulance service & RNLI. Dramatic searescue by the coastguard. FREE. 999display.co.uk
8Jul- SUMMER MOHO DISCOVERY CAMP. Moira House,16Aug Upper Carlisle Rd, Eastbourne. Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm
each week. Exciting activities plus day trips each week.Ages 5-12. £25 per day or £110 per week.Specialist Weeks include gymnastics and trampolining.moirahouse.co.uk Book (01323) 636800.
12 EAST SUSSEX MUSIC SERVICE SUMMER SCHOOLCONCERT. Winter Garden, Compton Street, Eastbourne.4.30 & 7pm. Afternoon concert: Strings. Evening concert:Woodwind, Brass & Percussion. 01323 412000.
13,14 EASTBOURNE EXTREME. Princes Park & Eastern Seafront.From 11am each day. The South Coast’s coolest, fastest andmost intense FREE sports festival. Huge line up of air, landand water-based sports. Powerboat racing, M.A.D. mountainbike stunt demo team, Urban Shadows parkour, inline skatingand local bands playing at the Sound & Motion stage.FREE event. visiteastbourne.com/extreme
Wanted!Young people who are
creative and imaginativeto enter the
Friends of Old Town Rec
Art & PhotographyCompetition
Entries will be exhibited andjudged at
Old Town Summer Feteon 20 July.
For details see:www.otr.webeden.co.uk
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Have fun andget fit
on the seawith a family oriented club
All ages from 12 up welcomeMust be able to swim 100m
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6-7.30pm,
Eastbourne Rowing Club,The Boathouse, Royal Parade,
Eastbourne BN22 [email protected]
3 FREE taster sessions Kids Fun Filenow has a snazzy new website.There are seasonal activities
and monthly updates.You can also “Like” our new facebook page for more
fun stuff, news and useful information:www.kidsfunfile.com or www.facebook.com/KidsFunFile
July 201314 CLASSIC BUS RALLY. Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway,
Lottbridge Drove. 10am-4pm. Static display of classic andhistoric buses at EMSR plus free shuttle service betweenEastbourne railway station and EMSR. Admission (incl 1train ride) adult £4.85, child £4.35, under 3s FREE,family (4) £17.50. 01323 520229. emsr.co.uk
14 FROG FIRLE FARM SUMMER OPEN DAY. Seaford Road,Alfriston. 10.30am-3pm. Traditional farmer’s crafts andactivities, walks and displays with local experts. Try yourhand at Welly Wanging, explore the wildlife secrets of thearea and discover the farm’s history. 01323 423197.nationaltrust.org.uk/birling-gap-and-the-seven-sisters
KIDS FUN FILE SUMMER HOLIDAYS EDITION.This will be delivered to schools, nurseries, touristinformation centres and children’s libraries in the weekcommencing 8 July. If haven’t received a copy, then popalong to one of the above to make sure you don’t miss outon any of the fun family events in Eastbourne & Hailshamthis summer!
MonstersOf Rock
SUMMERSCHOOL
Ages 10-18
SUSSEXROCKS
29 July - 2 August 2013,Willingdon Community School.
We offer five days of music-making with exceptional tutors,with workshops and activities to challenge and inspire guitarists,
bass players, drummers, vocalists and keyboard players.01323 487780 or 07746 770877 www.sussexrocks.org.uk
Active PlayActive Play is supported by
Freedom Leisure across Sussex.Play & sports equipment, mobile
dance mats & skate ramps, NintendoWii, arts, crafts, facepainting.
Can be hired to come to your venue. We supply trained staff & activities
for private parties, events, fun /activity days or blocks of sessions.
Contact Tasha on 07717 [email protected]
‘TOTAL RUGBY’COURSE
Thursday 29th &Friday 30th August 2013
Open to boys & girls aged 7-14(split into age groups)
Two day rugby courseon College Field,
Eastbourne College.9.30am-3.30pm both days.
Book byFriday 16 August 2013.All standards welcome,
develop core skills.Run by an RFU level 3 coach
& other qualified RFU coaches.Total cost for the two days£65 (including hot lunch).
For more details or to book callRobin Giles on
07966 680 710 or email:[email protected]
Inline Skate Hockey Club
At Skaters’ Cage,Fisherman’s Green
every Saturday 10am-12noonduring the school summer holidays.
Plus the whole weekend atEastbourne Extreme
13 & 14 JulyAll welcome
Just turn up and have a go at oneof the most exciting team sportswww.eastbourne-edge.co.uk
Get YourSkates On!
SeafrontSummerSkate Hockey
Free
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For more details, please callWendy on 01323 731181 or visit
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2 Games of Bowling or Laser Questplus a Kids Meal Bagonly £7.95* per child!
EARLY BIRD£2.50
per gameSat & Sun9.30-11am
2 Games for only £5!This voucher entitles up to 4 people to play 2 games
of Bowling or Laser Quest for the price of 1* Offer valid during state school holidays, Monday-Friday 9.30am-6pm.
** Monday-Friday, state school term time only, max. 4 children per adult.All offers are subject to availability & not valid in conjunction with any
other offer or at peak times (Fri & Sat after 6pm). Expiry 31/07/13.
AFTERSCHOOL BOWL
£2.50per game3-5pm **
HERSTMONCEUX CASTLE EVENTS - SUMMER 2013
Sunday 1 SeptemberChapterhouse Theatre presents
Sherlock Holmes & theHound of the BaskervillesAfternoon - open air theatre
24, 25, 26 AugustEngland’s
Medieval Festival WeekendCall 020 8150 6767
www.englandsmedievalfestival.com
Sunday 19 MayFeathers & Flights
Birds of Prey & Archery DayLearn how to fire a longbow
Sunday 16 June & Monday 17 JuneShakespeare’s Globe presentsThe Taming of the Shrew
Open air theatre
Sunday 7 JulyTreasures By The Moat
SummerAntiques & Attic Sale
Browse for that special something
Visit www.herstmonceux-castle.com or call 01323 834479 for more information
Thursday 15 August 3pmCambridge Touring Theatre
presentsTreasure Island
Open air theatre & children’s workshop
We advise confirmation of all events listed, as they may be subject to change.
Half Term May 201323 “ANTIQUES ROADSHOW” FILMING. Eastbourne
Bandstand. 9.30am-4.30pm. Bring along heirlooms andtreasures for free advice & valuation. Programme will bepresented by Fiona Bruce. FREE entry.
24-27 ELDERFLOWER FIELDS FAMILY FESTIVAL. Bentley CountryPark, north of Lewes. 40+ bands, woodland spa, yoga,zumba. Activities include: sports camp (tennis, athletics,gymnastics, volleyball); Urban Woods (skateboarding,mountain biking, climbing, Parkour, slack lining); creative,theatre & art workshops and cinema tent. Youth BandCompetition - view shortlist online and vote for the youngband you think should play on the main stage. Free FamilyPicnic on Sunday. Weekend pass: adult £95, child £40,day tickets available: elderflowerfields.co.uk
Until SCHOOLS & COLLEGES “PORTRAITS” EXHIBITION.9June Towner, College Road, Eastbourne. Tues-Sun 10am-6pm. Every portrait tells a story, connecting us to people across
time and space. Over 1000 young people from Sussex havecreated their own portraits in a range of media. Enter thePortrait Booth and explore the idea of portraits coming tolife, be the star of your own Towner collection painting!FREE.
25 EASTBOURNE’S SUNSHINE CARNIVAL. From Fisherman’sGreen to Wish Tower slopes. From 4pm. Annual processionof local charities, schools and businesses with live music.Theme is “Sussex by the Sea”. Don’t forget some coins forthe charity buckets!
25,26 EASTBOURNE SPORTS FESTIVAL. Eastbourne Sports Park& Sports Centres. Activity taster sessions at the tiny priceof £1 per person per sport. Try tennis, squash, skating,trampolining, street dance, fencing, rugby, basketball,athletics, martial arts, zumba, scuba, diving andlifeguarding and more. View timetable and book online:eastbourne.gov.uk/leisure/sport/council/eastbourne-sports-festival
25May FUNFAIR. Princes Park, Eastbourne. 2-9pm. All the fun of-1Jun the fair. White knuckle rides, traditional rides, dodgems
and side shows. All rides & attractions each only £1.50per person. walls-funfair.co.uk
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Princes Park, Eastbourne25 May - 1 June, 2 - 9pm
ALL RIDES&
SHOWS:
only
each
Amazing valueFree entry - Free parking
Info: 07766 115 320www.walls-funfair.co.uk
CRAZYLOW
PRICESALL DAY EVERY DAY
FREE LONDON TRIPfunded by Eastbourne Youth Bank
Saturday 1st June 2013We have 13 places
(on a first come first served basis)for 13-19 year olds to join Towner’s
Sarah & Kat on a trip to London.The day will commence at 8.45am
returning at 5.15pm,departure from Eastbourne.
We will head to Tate Modern andthen have a lunch by the river.
Booking is essential andfull commitment is expected.
Ask Sarah for info & a booking form:[email protected]
Towner, College Rd,Eastbourne. 01323 434670
Generate CREW
© Wendy and Paul Potton 1995. Tel: (01323) 731181 www.kidsfunfile.com
Half Term May 201326 STREET STYLES 2013. Winter Garden, Eastbourne. 5pm.
Action packed street dance performances with UK dancechampions, TV stars and hosted by surprise guest from Sky’s“Got to Dance”. Tickets £10, under 3s FREE.01323 412000.
31 ABBA TRIBUTE SHOW. Eastbourne Bandstand. 8-9.30pm.Advance tickets: adult £7.50, child £5.25.
On the night: adult £9, child £6.25. 01323 410611.eastbournebandstand.co.uk
June 20131 FREE LONDON TRIP WITH THE TOWNER’S GENERATE
CREW. 8.45am-5.15pm. 13 lucky 13-19 year olds canvisit London and the Tate Modern for FREE thanks tofunding from Eastbourne Youth Bank. Booking is essentialand full commitment is expected.Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis.Email Sarah for more information and a booking form:[email protected]
2 EASTBOURNE CYCLING FESTIVAL. Western Lawns. Bikestunt displays, mountain bike ride, youth races, Bling YourBike, blend your own bike-powered smoothies, improve yourbike handling and skills at Go-Ride and Watt Bike SchoolsChallenge. Plus new bikes, cycling equipment and clothingstalls. 01424 810096 eastbournecyclingfestival.co.uk
7 TAKE THAT TRIBUTE SHOW. Eastbourne Bandstand.8-9.30pm. Advance tickets: adult £7.50, child £5.25.On the night: adult £9, child £6.25. 01323 410611.eastbournebandstand.co.uk
8 BLACKOUT & BUNTING. Redoubt, Royal Parade,Eastbourne. 10am-4pm. Slip back in time and experiencelife on the Home Front in the 1940s. Historical re-enactorsand make do & mend activities. Bomber Command grenadepractise at 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Stroll round the VintageMarket then join Utility Jude to find out how to make doand mend to save your precious clothing coupons. WartimeFashion show at 12noon. Visit the Red Cross MedicalStation. Help the Home Guard secure the fortress, find outwhat to do in an air raid and pose for a photo (extracharge) in a wartime outfit.
Adult £6, child £4, family £15. 01323 410300.
Be The Best!Maths Tuition
From age 4 to degree level.Very flexible and
experienced in problem cases.Eastbourne & surrounding areas.
First lesson free.
Tel:07949530310 9
HOST FAMILIESrequired
within walkingdistance of the school.
From April to September,for students of all ages
from 14 upwards.All nationalities.
Good rates.Families holdingCRB Disclosures
particularly welcome.Please contact:
The Accommodation Officer,St Giles Eastbourne,13 Silverdale Road,
Eastbourne, BN20 7AJ.Tel: 01323 744067accommodation@
stgiles-eastbourne.co.ukwww.stgiles-international.com
St GilesEastbourne
Spanish TuitionLiz Newing BA Hons, PGCE
Experienced primary & secondarySpanish language teacher.
All ages to GCSE.CRB checked.
01323 723596 / 07773 459 225
Meets Fridays 6.15-7.15pm at the Bridge Club,11 Wish Rd, BN21 4NX
Coaching and match playAll ages and abilities welcome
£2 per session
Full set of nail extensionsfor that special occasion
only £25,incl gemsor nail art.
EASTBOURNE TOWNYOUTH F.C.
(formerly Old Town Youth FC)
CALLING ALLFUTURE WORLD CUP
WINNERS!Boys and girls required
for the2013/2014 SEASON.
Boys: Under 6s - Under18s,Girls: Under 9s - Under 14s.
Come and join themost successful
youth football clubin Eastbourne!
Tel: Tony Guarino(01323) 508684
For further details contact:The Director of Studies,
St Giles Eastbourne,13 Silverdale Road,
Eastbourne. BN20 7AJ.01323 729167
TRAIN TOTEACH ENGLISH
4-week intensiveTeacher Training Courses
leading to theTrinity Cert TESOL,
an internationally recognisedqualification.
3 - 28 June,2 - 27 September 2013
Course fee: £992
St GilesEastbourne
Eastbourne Study CentreDale Kusano- Puffett
01424 754633Ratton School Academy
Park AvenueBN21 2XR
June 20139 OPEN FARM SUNDAY. Blackstock Farm, Grove Hill,
Hellingly. FREE entry today. Explore the farm and woodlandwalks and visit the farm animals. Horse and cart rides mayalso be available, subject to weather. blackstockfarm.co.uk
15-22 AEGON INTERNATIONAL TENNIS. Devonshire Park.10am-9pm. Pre-Wimbledon tournament with world classtennis. British No.1 Laura Robson will be playing.FREE Family Day on Saturday 15th: FREE entry to thegrounds. Some unreserved seats on the Centre Court,tickets for these from onsite box office on the day. BoxOffice 0844 581 3015 for all other tickets. lta.org.uk
16 FATHERS’ DAY CLAY SHOOTING. Knockhatch AdventurePark, A22, Hailsham. 10am-5.30pm. Special treat fordads - one FREE Laser Clay Shooting session on the day.Admission: adult £7.99, child (3-16) £9.49, child (aged2) £3.99, family (2+2) £31.99. knockhatch.com
22 MICHELHAM GOES WILD! Michelham Priory, UpperDicker. 10.30am-5pm. A weekend celebrating wildlife andall our furry friends. Wildlife activities, dog show and dogagility competition, craft show and barbecue. Admission:adult £7.50, child £4, family (of 4) £20.01323 844224.
29 EASTBOURNE ARMED FORCES DAY. 10am-5pm.Redoubt, Royal Parade, Eastbourne. Living historyperformances, music and dance. FREE entry to ParadeGround for event. 01323 410300.
29,30 LARK IN THE PARK & BARK IN THE PARK. SeasideRecreation Ground, Eastbourne. 11am-4pm (funfair until8pm). Charity family fun day with light-hearted dog showfrom 12noon on Sunday. Funfair, entertainment, dancers,African drummers, stalls & refreshments.01323 438743. larkintheparkcharity.org.uk
‘TOTAL RUGBY’COURSE
Thursday 29th &Friday 30th August 2013
Open to boys & girls aged 7-14(split into age groups)
Two day rugby courseon College Field,
Eastbourne College.9.30am-3.30pm both days.
Book byFriday 16 August 2013.All standards welcome,
develop core skills.Run by an RFU level 3 coach
& other qualified RFU coaches.Total cost for the two days£65 (including hot lunch).
For more details or to book callRobin Giles on
07966 680 710 or email:[email protected]
Young people who are creativeand imaginative to enter the
Friends of Old Town RecArt & Photography
CompetitionEntries will be exhibited and
judged at Old TownSummer Fete on 20 July
For details see:www.otr.webeden.co.uk
Wanted!
STARTRACK 2013~ ADVANCED ~
FUN WEEK OF ATHLETICSEastbourne Sports Park
10am-3pm, 5-9 AugustLearn to pole vault,high jump, hurdle & throw the hammer.
Play games.Run in races & relays.
Free T shirt.Ages 8-15. £56 for the week.
www.vintagemotoringcompany.co.uk
Inline Skate Hockey Club
At Skaters’ Cage,Fisherman’s Green
every Saturday 10am-12noonduring the school summer holidays.
Plus the whole weekend atEastbourne Extreme
13 & 14 JulyAll welcome
Just turn up and have a go at oneof the most exciting team sportswww.eastbourne-edge.co.uk
Get YourSkates On!
SeafrontSummer
Skate Hockey
Free
Have fun and get fit on the seawith a family oriented club
All ages from 12 up welcomeMust be able to swim 100m
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6-7.30pmEastbourne Rowing Club, The Boathouse,
Royal Parade, Eastbourne BN22 [email protected]
3 FREE taster sessions
Musical theatre classesages 5-9 & 9-14, £5 per class.
Call Jane on 01323 720039.
Act, Sing & Dancewith
SpotlightTheatre Club
July 2013
6,7 999 EMERGENCY SERVICES DISPLAY. Western Lawns,Eastbourne seafront. 10.30am-5pm daily. FREE EmergencyServices spectacular. Get a really close look at emergencyresponse vehicles. Climb onboard an ambulance or a fireengine. Arena events, plus displays & demos from thepolice dogs, fire brigade, ambulance service, RNLI and adramatic sea rescue by the coastguard. FREE.999display.co.uk
12 EAST SUSSEX MUSIC SERVICE SUMMER SCHOOLCONCERT. Winter Gardens, Compton Street, Eastbourne.4.30 & 7pm. Afternoon concert: Strings; evening concert:Woodwind, Brass & Percussion. 01323 412000.
13,14 EASTBOURNE EXTREME. Princes Park & EasternSeafront. From 11am each day. The South Coast’s coolest,fastest and most intense FREE sports festival. Huge line upof air, land and water based sports. M.A.D. mountain bikestunt demo team, Urban Shadows parkour, powerboat racing,Sk8 School inline skating and local bands playing at theSound & Motion stage. Spray Watersports will be offeringtaster sessions in windsurfing and sailing. FREE inlineskate sessions with Eastbourne Edge at Fisherman’s Green.FREE event. Really cool aerial photography time-lapse videoof last year’s event at: visiteastbourne.com/extreme Onceyou’ve seen it you won’t want to miss this year’s Extreme!
2 June 2013Western Lawns
Cycling & Sports Activities:Closed Road Races & Rides
Go-Ride Cycle Skills Challenge,Cycle Speedway Demo
Watt Bike ChallengeOff Road Biking
Time Trials & Bike DoctorEastbourne Cyclosportive
eastbournecyclingfestival.co.uk
We advise confirmation of all events listed, as they may be subject to change.
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