Polly's List Edition 4

Derby’s Only

directory for parents & carers!Edition 4 | Spring 2010

£3.50 where sold

Easter Out and About

A guide to what’s on in andaround Derby this EasterThe List

Including new ‘home’ section

Special OccasionsWhere to buy your outfits and look good!

Fantastic Competition Prizesand special offers

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From beauty to babies, Polly’s List is a directory magazine that aims to provide a highquality, one stop guide to all that you need to know or want to know as a parent orcarer of primary aged children.

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Front CoverThank you once again to Jennifer Clare Photography.

Thanks to Bryers Heritage Farm for allowing us to wander aroundthe farm and providing us a greatlocation for the photo shoot.

A huge thank you to Lauren, Theo,Kyle and David White for agreeingto star on the cover of themagazine.

Photograph by Jennifer ClarePhotography.www.jenniferclare.co.uk

April 2010, What’s inside!06 School News A look at Griffe Field Primary School

10 Markeaton Park A chance to find out more about 2 of the businessesbased at Markeaton

16 Life after the LadiesClub Meet our reader Ruth and her results at the Ladies Club

24 Competition Page Enter our competion to win tickets and prizes

27 The List including new Sections

Home, Parenting, Holidays and Easter Clubs and camps

Contents

I hope that you enjoy the Spring edition of Polly’s List!

We are continuing to find out more information andintroduce new sections to the directory, which we know youwill be interested in. We have introduced 3 new sections,which you have asked for: For the Home, ParentingInformation and Holidays and we hope that you enjoy them.

We have also brought together a great list of events andactivities for the Easter Holidays, which includes a reallyuseful section on Easter Camps and Clubs, where yourchildren can engage in some all day entertainment overthe holiday period - again requested by our readers.

As we continue to develop the directory we are reallyinterested to hear your views and particularly keen to findout what kind of information you would like to see more of(or less of ) so please get in touch if you have a particulartopic you would like us to cover in the coming editions.

Please enjoy reading this issue and don’t forget to mentionPolly’s List if you respond to any features or advertisementswithin it.

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Griffe Field Primary school celebrated its10th birthday in 2009. As a new school wehave a lovely, airy, bright building andfabulous grounds. “Griffe Field” is named onthe local Tithe Award map of 1848. Theschool badge was designed to incorporatetwo ancient meanings of the word “griffe”ie. ‘a book’ and ‘a deep valley’ (in Norsedialect). In our badge the sun is rising uponthe new learning day at Griffe Field.

The latest Ofsted inspection found that :• Griffe Field Primary is a good school

with outstanding features.• Pupils from a wide range of

backgrounds work and playharmoniously together.

• The very positive and encouragingatmosphere that pervades the schoolis a key reason why pupils do so welland reach high standards.

We have continued to develop since ourlast Ofsted and have been awarded asilver Artsmark, renewed our Basic SkillsQuality Mark and Investors in Peoplestatus, gaining an ECO Silver Flag Award,the Activemark and our proactive schoolcouncil were proud to be awarded theSilver School Council Award.

FOG (Friends of Griffe Field) work veryhard to plan and organise exciting andinteresting fundraising activities. Theseactivities include discos, Easter Bingo,Beetle Drives, Bhangra Night, LadiesNight, Film Nights and of courseSummer and Christmas Fairs to namejust a few. FOG’s incredible work hasprovided school with interactive whiteboards in all classrooms, a well stockedlibrary, gazebos on all three playgroundsand enrichment activities. They arecurrently raising money to be able toprovide the children with a trim trail.

We have an inspiring rich curriculum.Foe example only last week Year 6enjoyed an Ancient Greek day includingfood tasting and dressing up. Year 5were WWII evacuees for the day and thewhole of Reception turned into piratesfor the day, there is never a dull moment!

Griffe Field Primary SchoolAt Griffe Field Primary School weaim to develop successful, fulfilledyoung people, well skilled, withenquiring minds and positive,responsible attitudes.

We are all so very proud of our school, itis an exciting motivating place to learnand work. Visitors to Griffe Field Primaryregularly comment on the ‘family’atmosphere. Our ethos is central toeverything that we do, from assembliesto whole school improvement planning.Children, families, staff and thecommunity share this ethos and worktogether to achieve great things. Ourpupils have a strong sense of ownershipof the school ethos and understand theirresponsibility towards its development.They also feel pride and respect for thestrong, positive ethnic mix which theyare a part of.


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We have a hard working Governing Bodywhich has a commitment to a ‘hands on’approach to their roles. They choose anarea of the curriculum to monitor duringeach academic year. One Governorsupports one of the residential trips everyyear. They also hold a ‘drop in surgery’ atParents’ Evening to meet parents andthey are actively involved in the annualidentification of whole school priorities.They work hard to achieve the best forour children.

Our new Family Room is an excellentfacility for school. It has provided muchneeded space for curriculumenrichment activities, as well asextended services for parents. Our newbreakfast club, run by school staff, is heldhere. It provides a healthy breakfast anda wide range of fun activities to start theday. Little Scholars provide an afterschool club for our pupils too. The FamilyRoom and school hall are also availablefor private hire and are great venues forparties, meetings or communityactivities.

Headteacher Emma MitchellGrosvenor Drive, Littleover,Derby DE23 3UQTelephone 01332 515718

We are committed to enhancing thecurriculum for our pupils and welcomevisitors into school. These may beparents sharing a story with the class ortalking about their job, or theatre anddrama groups to give the curriculum anextra dimension.

Peripatetic music teachers come intoschool to teach wind, string and brassinstruments and pupils take full advantageof sharing their musical skills at differentperformances during the year. Otherextra-curricular activities organised byteachers and teaching assistants include:netball, football, choir, recorders, story club,Spanish, signing, Weed Warriors, GriffeField Gazette and cross country.

All pupils visit different places of worshipas they move through the school. Theyvisit our local churches, a gurdwara,mosque, mandir and synagogue inNottingham. We also celebrate the mainfestivals of these and other faiths duringyear group assemblies.

Quotes from the children:“We do great projects which are really goodfun. The Sinfonia Viva project is excellent.”Sarah

“The friendliness of the pupils and teachersmakes school a great place to be.”Francesca

“The variety of school trips is amazing.”Thomas

“The teachers are very friendly and will helpyou with your work if you are stuck.”Sanjay

School News…All the lastest information, news and eventsgoing on at schools in and around Derby.

Findern PrimarySchoolFindern Primary School is a small village school (118 pupils)situated in a delightful rural setting between Findern andStenson. The school believes that all children should achievetheir best and care for others whilst enjoying their time in school.

On May 19th this year it is the 85th anniversary of the school’sopening and we would like to invite any former staff andpupils to attend our ‘street party’ and May Fair on that day.Please contact the school on 01283 702150 if you are able toattend, we would love to see you.

Mr J F Lord, Mrs J Read, Co-HeadteachersFindern Primary SchoolBuckford Lane, Findern, Derby DE65 6ARTelephone/Fax: 01283 702150 Website: www.findern.derbyshire.sch.uk Email: [email protected]

Duffield MeadowsPTFA …is holding its annual DUCK RACE on Sunday 16th May at3pm on the River Ecclesbourne adjacent to Grays RecreationGround, Snake Lane, Duffield. Last year we had a record turnout, despite the wet weather.

There will be four races and a grand final with ducks availableto buy on the day, all with a chance to win The Duffield Duck!There will also be a tombola and refreshments available.

This is a great family event and we welcome everyone youngor old – come rain or shine.

Duffield Meadows Primary SchoolTelephone: 01332 840305Website: www.duffieldmeadows.derbyshire.sch.ukEmail: [email protected]

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Amanda Hudson, Managing Director, and the team atAllestree School’s Out club are delighted that they have justbeen awarded ‘Outstanding’ following a recent visit by Ofsted.The Club which was opened in January 2003 operates fromSt. John’s Church Hall in Allestree.

Amanda says “the Club is like a big family, the children arehappy and enthusiastic and it is so refreshing to see them soinvolved in the activities we offer”. The Club has a hugeselection of toys and resources, with separate areas for theunder 8s and over 8s with age relevant resources andactivities. The team strive to ensure that it is a place to learn aswell as forming great friendships not only with other childrenbut with the staff too. There are lots of opportunities to learnnew skills and hobbies, for example, arts, crafts, cookery and aproject which involves growing vegetables. To ensure thatactivities are enjoyable and achievable, the activities are splitinto relevant age groups. It’s a place where children can comeand relax with their friends and enjoy themselves playing onthe latest consoles and games but with the option of joiningin with the extra activities available.

Children are encouraged to demonstrate how to be goodcitizens by learning about different topics such as recycling,growing and eating vegetables and considering theenvironment.

For further information on the Allestree School’s OutClub and its sister School’s Out Club in Kilburn, call 01332 737947 or 07984 908836 or visitwww.allestreeschoolsoutclub.com

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Allestree School’s OutClub receives top grade…

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Bryers Heritage FarmIn fact all produce in the shop is sourcedfrom less than 20 miles from the shop,with most produce being made in smallkitchens from around the city. Honeyfrom Littleover, local dairy products, icecreams, jams, preserves and much morecan be found on the shelves of the shop.

The meat available is from the farm’slivestock and has been reared slowly, toenhance a full flavour without itbecoming too fatty or unhealthy.

The livestock are fed on the farm’s ownmix of corn sourced from local farms andduring the summer months they grazeon grassland. Knowing exactly what theanimals are fed assures that the highestquality meat is available to buy.

British breeds of beef are traditionallyreared and naturally matured. The pigsare of rare breed and are free rangewoodland reared. As well as sourcingsome lambs from a local farmer someare hand reared. Hens roam freely

You may well have taken thechildren to Markeaton Park manytimes, but not realised Home farm isa traditional British small farmdedicated to the production of highquality livestock and produce and issituated just at the edge of the parkfor you and the family to enjoy

Bryers Heritage Farm, Markeaton Lane,Markeaton Village, proudly farmsaccording to the old traditions.

Children are able to wander around thereal working farm, since the currentowner Richard is keen to encouragevisitors to take pride in British Farming.They want us to see how they farm,learn about our local endangeredbreeds and show our support for theproducts in the farm supplied TeaRooms and Farm Shop.

The shop and Tea Rooms are packed fullof local produce, home reared meats fromthe farm as well as locally grown products.

around the orchard providing fresh eggsavailable all year.

All these ingredients are also used in theTea Rooms , which is open from 8.00 amdaily, offering delicious home cookeddishes, from breakfasts, which are availableall day, to homemade soups, freshly bakedbread and homemade cakes.

Telephone orders and enquiries arewelcome and free local delivery can bearranged, but why not go to the farmyourself, take the children, have a lookaround and find out all about thisfantastic farm for yourselves.

Bring your copy of Polly’s List toreceive our special offer. Spend £10on fresh or frozen meat and get halfa dozen eggs free. Spend £15 ormore on fresh or frozen meat andget a dozen eggs free!

Bryers Heritage Farm, MarkeatonLane, Derby. Tel: 01332 343689


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Studio in the PinkThe shop is split into 2 key areas, onededicated mainly to children with, toys,knights and horses, games, books,kiddies jewellery and stationery. It is anAladdin’s cave of gifts, all very reasonablypriced, all very good quality and withoodles of pocket money toys and partybag fillers.

The second area is a wonderful gift shop,with furniture, home accessories, bathproducts, baby gifts, scarves, jewelleryand seasonal decorations. With it’s freegift wrapping it is the perfect destinationto choose if you need to buy a presentand don’t want to head into town. You

can even drive straight into the CraftVillage and park for free whilst visitingthe Studio!

It really is an unexpected treat so go on,discover one of the parks hidden assetsand get in the pink at Studio in the Park!

Go and visit over the EasterHoliday’s and enter their fabulousDiddl and Papo colouringcompetition, where your child could win a Diddlina cuddly worth£55 or a Knights Castle worth £50!Also, free goodie bag with everyDiddl purchase ( while stocks last!)

Did you know that the Craft Villagein Markeaton Park is not only hometo crafts based businesses but alsoto a little gem of a Gift Shop calledStudio in the Park?

It is owned by Sheila Collington whohas had the premises for 6 years. As partof the Old Stable and with smallwindows, you could easily think it wasjust a workshop, but it is much more.Sheila’s craft is interior decorativepainting and although she is alwaysworking on a project, she is never toobusy to welcome you into her fantasticshop and is more than happy for you tocall in and browse.

Not been before? - Take your copy of Polly’s List intothe Studio and receive 10% discount on your first visit

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well priced, with most clothingbetween, £25- £150 and jewellerystarting from as little as £5.

Emma constantly buys new stock, so itis worth visiting regularly to see thelatest clothing and jewellery arriving

or you can view the collections on linewww.ribbonderby.co.uk which shows allthe latest items available, so if you arenot able to get to the shop, you are ableto buy on line.

The shop is right next to the bridge onFriar Gate and you can park just outside.A great service that Emma offers is thatshe evens pays for parking for hercustomers, so you are able to pick yourparking spot, wander to the shop andEmma provides the ticket.

Emma provides this service, because shewants her customers to

relax and browse. Theshop is deceptively big,

Emma always had a passion to runher own business and after workingin the fashion industry for 10 years,she was lucky enough toreceive a grant toenable her to getstarted.

Ribbon boutique opened originally inBanks Mill Studios as a fashion accessorybusiness. Emma relocated to her currentshop in Friar Gate, just under 3 years ago.

It is a very feminine shop, which Emmahas deliberately set out to achieve,focussing on smart casual and occasionwear in beautiful fabrics and prints.

The labels in the shop are unique and

with clothing, accessories and jewellerycovering two rooms.To help you relax,Emma offers fresh coffee and biscuits aswell as free styling advice.

Emma aims to make shopping for busyladies easy, opening up the shop afterhours for special shopping evenings thatshe hosts. In fact, if you want to hold aparty there with your friends, Emma ishappy to oblige, providing canapés andrefreshments, you just have to bringalong your friends.

She will even come to your home toprovide your own shopping evening!

For more information visit.Ribbon. 36 Friar Gate, Derby01332 369088Emma 07976 645 550www.ribbonderby.co.uk

Ribbon makes shoppingfor busy ladies easy


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in the historic Strand Arcade – ithouses a selection of stylishcontemporary womenswear. Likethe gifts and the babywear, theintention has been to sourcebeautiful but slightly unusualitems to avoid that ‘bought onthe high street’ look. And withseveral new brands in thismonth – particularly excitingis the award-winning ‘Frugi’organic children’s range –both mum and little onecan certainly step out instyle this Spring!

37 Sadler Gate, Cathedral Quater, Derby. DE1 3NR.

01332 348919

Visitors to Fraiche on Derby’sSadler Gate have long beenaccustomed to finding a lovelyrange of unusual cards, gifts andjewellery, and the shop has gonefrom strength to strength over itssix years of existence.

More recently, however, there has beenan extra treat for mothers of youngchildren as a selection of baby andchildren’s clothes has been added to themix, to complement the already popularjunior gifts and stationery.

And now there are even more reasons tovisit the store – not only is the children’sclothing range being extended anddeveloped, but mums can treatthemselves at the same time with a tripto the new Fraiche Boutique. Situatedjust a few yards away – round the corner

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However the last few years haveseen my diet flounder and exercisecut down to nil. It is all too easy toblame the strain of running a largedepartment and the pressure ofkeeping up with two young childrenwith different activities.

I was then asked by a friend if I wantedto be a “guinea pig” for a new gym thathas opened in Derby – The Ladies Club.Recognising that I need to dosomething and being intrigued by thepromise that the 30 minute sessionswould help me lose weight and tone upI accepted and therefore I made my firstvisit to The Ladies Club in December oflast year, having dusted off my trainersand found my gym kit.

The staff there were all really friendlyand welcoming. The gym layoutitself is very simple. It consists of acircuit of ten stations of differentactivities employing differentmuscles and toning up differentparts of the body. Theprogramme that I do wastaylor made for me by DebWeaver who is the Manager.She promised that if Icommitted to doing thistwo to three time a weekthen I would definitely

see results (although perhaps not asquickly as I wanted – to drop the fivestone and get into size 10 jeans ready formy ski trip in three weeks time!).

I have kept on going to the gym sinceand it has motivated me to try and sortout my diet again and I can definitelyeven after just two months start to seeresults. I have definitely lost weight, overa stone and a half and I can certainly seethat parts of my body are becomingtoned up and I have already been ableto increase the weight resistance onsome of the machines.

The gym is ideally placed for me at work,just off Ashbourne Road and literally Ican go in, get changed, do my circuit,get changed and be out within mylunch break. However if you can staylonger there is a comfortable seatingarea, coffee machine and drinks area forpeople to stop and have a chat. I alsosometimes go on my way to work in themorning.

I also noticed on my way out the otherday that they are now signing up peoplefor Yoga and Pilates as well as startingtheir own diet club, all of which helpswith the motivation.

A different type of gym experience tothe norm and not what youwould initially expect, but it is one

which is producing results for me.

Watch this space!

Ruth Jones, Derby

The Ladies ClubVernon House, Vernon Street, Derby DE1 1FR01332 294555www.the-ladies-club.co.uk

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I have tried all sorts ofdiets and exercise regimesover the years with varyingdegrees of success.


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18 Finding aProm Dress,can be asimportant to a schoolleaver asfinding aweddingdress is to a bride…

Which is why it is no surprise to findone of the best selections of Promdresses in Derby, is actually in aBridal Shop… Lori G Bridal Studio,Blenheim Drive, Allestree.

Lori G Bridal wear has been open for 5 years and is owned by LorraineGalloghly. Whilst half of this large shop isdedicated to beautiful wedding gowns,the other half is dedicated to occasionwear, evening wear, cocktail dresses anda huge selection of prom dresses.

Short, long, backless, strapless, daring,modest and in every possible colour youcould imagine!

Lorraine and her team give the sameattention to the prom girl as they dotheir wedding customer, they arepatient, skilled and determined to makeeach girl feel relaxed and comfortable,which means that you can expect tofulfil the prom dream with a bespokeshopping experience, simply notavailable in any high street shop.

The team are trained to help you selectthe perfect dress, recommending stylesand colours that suit. Lorraine tells me, thatshe instinctively knows what dress will suita girl as she walks in the door, but alwaysspends time with her customer (andsometimes the customer’s mum) to findout what she would like, beforerecommending a particular style or colour.

By booking an appointment you canensure that the bridal fitting rooms areavailable and Lorraine or one of the othergirls are available. They make sure that thedress fits perfectly; they can make anyalterations, adding or removing straps,shortening and giving additional tweaks.

Lorraine pays so much attention to detail;she never sells the same dress to anothergirl attending the same prom. She keepsa note of the school each girl attends andthe dresses she has sold to each girl, soyou can be sure that no other girl will bewearing the same dress. A task shesuccessfully completed last yearensuring 20 girls from one DerbyshireSchool Prom each looked entirelyunique

With such a huge choice of dresses,Lorraine is able to select almost anycolour combination imaginable, but thiscan take times and Lorraine says the bestadvice she can give to any girls gettingready for their Prom, is to shop early, itcould take up to 12 weeks, after thedress is ordered, to be delivered.

You can find Lori G Bridal Studio at 125 Blenheim Drive, Allestree,Derby. Or make an appointmentwith Lorraine on 01332 550573www.lorigbridal.co.uk


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demand from high profile brands andclients such as Thornton’s, Pretty Polly,Braun GP and Airbase.

But it’s his skill in photographing peoplethat makes portrait photographySimon’s real love. As he states “It’s aboutremoving the stuffy sessions of formalphotography to capture the real personand their personality, and that takestime, patience and a passion to createstriking and beautiful images thatcapture the moment perfectly forever. “

And it’s this dedication and drive forperfection that means all Mackney’ssessions are based on taking the timeneeded to capture exactly the rightimage for you, and not on any traditionalnotions of a timed sitting. As well asdelivering beautiful photographs foryou, Mackney’s also strive to provide anenvironment and shoots that are

Right from the first moment Simongot his hands on a lens there was nostopping him; his career path was set.

After studying photography he landedhis first job within the industrial sectorwhere he honed and perfected the skillsof his trade. And it wasn’t long before hewas winning his first photographyawards inspiring him to set up his ownbusiness ‘Mackney Photography’ withthe help of the Princes Trust.

Some ten years and a lot of hard worklater, Mackney’s now boasts extensiveexperience in delivering high quality,creative work in portraiture, corporate,press, and event photography both onlocation and in the studio with aconvenient and friendly drive-in studiobased in Derby. His impressive abilities indigital photography and manipulationskills has led to his services being in great

relaxed, vibrant, but most of all fun forthe whole family.

But don’t take our word for it, Polly’s Listbrings you the opportunity to find outfor yourself by teaming with Mackneyphotography to provide you with aFREE sitting. And with a voucherworth £125.00 towards framing, youwon’t find a better time to capture thoseprecious moments forever. For moreinformation see page 25.

Mackney PhotographyUnit 4 Clarke Street, Derby. DE21 2BU.01332 650 076www.mackney.com

Capture those precious moments forever…


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£30 Gift Voucher to spend at RibbonRibbon, 36 Friar Gate, Derby. DE1 1DA Tel: 01332 369088/07976 645550

Pro-Collagen Perfect Face & Scalp TreatmentOR A Muscle Melt Shoulder MassageCapulet Spa, Top Floor – Sally Montague Hair & Spa, The Old Hall, St. Peters Churchyard, Derby. DE1 1NN Tel: 01332 299117

A Two Hour Spring CleanAllestree Cleaning Services Ltd, 01332 557974/07504 857436

To win one of these fantastic prizes simply answer question number 1 on the coupon or emailyour answer and contact details to [email protected]. Winners will be drawn at random.

Create your own Precious Memories for Father’s Day with a pair of Silver Fingerprint Cufflinks. Precious Memories, Tel: 0777 9325160 www.precious-memories.co.uk

£15 Gift Voucher to spend at Little UsedLittle Used, 16 Uttoxeter Road, Mickleover, Derby. DE3 0DA. Tel: 01332 513144

2 Combo Tickets for a half hour public sno-tubingsession & 4 rides on the Cresta Run Toboggan RideSwadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, John Nike Leisuresport Ltd, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, Swadlincote, Derby. DE11 8LP, Tel: 01283 217200

Competitions…


‘IT EXPLODES LIKE GLITTERING FIREWORKS.BRILLIANT!’ THE SUNDAY TIMES

BILL KENWRIGHTBY ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP PRESENTS

MUSIC BYANDREW LLOYD WEBBER

LYRICS BYTIM RICE

‘WITH HIS CHARM, GOOD LOOKS AND POP STAR VOICE, ANY DREAM’S

CRAIG CHALMERS IS A DREAM JOSEPH’EVENING TIMESTUESDAY 15 DEC 2009 - SUNDAY 3 JAN 2010

Win Tickets for Joseph & the AmazingTechnicolor DreamcoatWe have a family ticket to give away for Joseph. For your chance ofwinning simply answer the following question:Which two people composed the music and wrote the lyrics forJoseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat?Derby Live, 01332 255800, www.derbylive.co.uk

Mackney Photographer’s Prize

Please complete and return to:Polly’s List, CAD Media, 81 Belper Road Derby, DE1 3ER or email [email protected]

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Mackney Photography Unit 4, ClarkeStreet, Derby, DE1 2BU. 01332 650 076

every Polly’s List reader receives… one FREE

Family Portrait Photoshoot(up to 2 hours) in our studioPLUS £125 contributiontowards any of our wallmounted rangeincluding frames, canvas, wood, metal / glass

.. and one family alsowins a further shoot onlocation for the frontcover of Polly’s List

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To claim this offer simply [email protected] you name, address and telephone number.

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Edition 4 | Spring 2010

£3.50 where sold

Easter Out and AboutA guide to what’s on in andaround Derby this Easter

The ListIncluding new ‘home’ section

Special OccasionsWhere to buy your out*ts and look good!

Fantastic Competition Prizesand special o)ers

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What page does Mickleover School of Music advertisement appear?: o 21 o 53 o 72

To win Joseph tickets, as featured on page 78, simply answer this question “Which two peoplecomposed the music and wrote the lyrics for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat?”:

Name:

Address:

Postcode:

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Email:Closing date: Friday 28th May 2010. Terms & Conditions: All winning entries will be notified by telephone or e-mail by 4th June. Entrants must be aged 18 or over.

Gifted goes global…

www.giftedofduffield.co.uk is nowlive and showcases the very best of theranges available. From wedding gifts,home accessories, christening gifts andhomeware to jewellery, scarves andbags, the site has it all.

The site, is updated daily and evenfeatures special sections to correspondwith various times of year, givinginspiration for events like Mothers Day,Valentines, Easter and Christmas.

Kim hopes by offering this on-line choice,she has now helped out people, whosimply could not get into the shop. Asyou would expect from Kim, everythingis beautifully presented and ordersplaced are sent out on the same day ifplaced before midday, they can even begift wrapped for you!

Have a look on-line, but don’t forget ifyou are passing to call into the shop, Kimhas been busy there too… expandingher ranges, with hundreds of newproducts and a whole new home andgarden section!

2008 saw the launch of Gifted, thebeautiful giftware shop in Duffield,now in 2010, owner, Kim Hambletonis preparing to launch her businessglobally with her first on-line shopwww.giftedofduffield.co.uk

There is no stopping Kim, her passion,professionalism and desire to do well inthe current economic climate give herall the motivation she needs to keepdeveloping her business.

She recognises that we have busierlifestyles and less time available, even toshop. Which is why she has invested indeveloping an easy to use, superblydesigned replica of the Gifted shop, thatyou can now browse from the comfortof your own home.

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Gifted, Town Street, Duffield01332 840051


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Derby’s FIRST directory for parents & carers

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Clare's Beautiful Beads, Belper 01773 599818Beads, findings, jewellery and classes all under one roof at 70King Street, Belper

Cranberry Gift Shop, Spondon 01332 660727Gifts for all occasions, Chapel Street, Spondonwww.cranberry-gifts.co.uk

De Bradelei Mill 01773 882442Range of womenswear, menswear, shoes, accessories, lingerieand gifts. Gifts for Father’s Day.

Elaine Lim - Newton 07912 260556Beautiful unique ceramics, jewellery and giftware inspired byEast Asian folklore. Each item is lovingly designed and made inmy studio in Derby. Items can be commissioned orpersonalised. Please contact me for a current catalogue ofcurrent work and [email protected]

FireFly Photography 01332 341300Contemporary portrait photography in a relaxed and friendlyenvironmentwww.firefly-photography.co.uk 5ive 01332 844041Handbags, scarves, jewellery, children's and men's gifts

Fraiche 01332 348919Home, gifts, accessories

Alphabet Gift Shop 01332 513033Beautiful gifts for every celebration, Mickleoverwww.thealphabetgiftshop

Argento 01332 291300

Booties By Lydya 07916 560028Hand knitted baby gifts for expecting mums, bespoke ordersat reasonable prices

Bottlekiln 0115 932 9442www.bottlekiln.co.uk

Cameo Cupcakes 07883 107788Looking for a fab gift? Beautiful handmade cupcakes,delivered to your door!www.cameocupcakes.co.uk

Canopy, Sadlergate, Derby 01332 205058Sadler Gate, Derby. Cath Kidston Kids and Home now availablewww.canopyonline.co.uk

Frox Dress Agency 01332 875572

Game Oasis - Games Shop 01332 558307Park Farm, new and pre-owned games and consoles for less!www.gameoasis.co.uk

Gifted, Duffield 01332 840051A fantastic and beautiful selection of home accessories,jewellery, baby gifts, children's toys and so much morewww.giftedofduffield.co.uk

Goody Two Shoes 01629 593800

Heatons 01332 293900Schoolwear, dancewear (including ballroom), scouts &guides, communion & prom dresses. Christening wearand accessories in stock soon.

Holts Cycles 01332 344193

I Should Cocoa 01773 880181

Jay DesignsBeautiful handmade hair grips and bobbleswww.jaydesignshairclips.co.uk

Jennifer Clare Photography 07952 181367Lifestyle portrait photographerwww.jenniferclare.co.uk

Kezia 01332 293912Why not host a Kezia fashion party at home and have a fungirly night in and receive 20% commision. New season’s stocknow in.

Kyte 01332 295079Interior lifestyles and accessories

Lavender Grey, Belper 01773 881020

Little Terra 01332 253719www.littleterra.co.uk

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Lori G, Allestree 01332 550573Call in today to view a wide selection of Prom dresses, eveningwear and cocktail dresseswww.lorigbridalwear.co.uk

Little Used 01332 513144Sales agency for pre-loved ladies and children's clothes.Present Polly’s List voucher for 10% off ladies fashion &accessories.www.littleused.co.uk

Oliver's Organics 01332 554890Coffee shop, organic goods, local produce and beautytreatments

Only Joking 01332 295968Dance wear supplies

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Paint-a-Pot 01332 202652Create your own design, no need to book, just pop in!www.paintapot.org

Past Times - Blenheim Parade 01332 541561

Pearls and Scarlett Dress Agency 01332 344936Designer, boutique, vintage new and nearly new clothingwww.stores.ebay.co.uk/pearls-and-scarlett

Precious Memories 07779 325160Provides luxury Adult & Baby 3d Hand Feet Casts, 2dimpressions & fingerprint jewellery services using thefinest materials. Perfect for Father's Day, Birthdays,Christenings and Weddings. Also offering party discounts& gift vouchers. Email [email protected]

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gifts & shoppingStudio in the Park, 07920 515254Markeaton Park Craft VillageBeautiful gifts for adults & children, accessories & jewellery.Home interiors & hand painted furniture.

Sundial Style, Belper 07749 298794Furniture, interiors, jewellery, gifts and so much more

Treetops Hospice Shop, 01332 558901Park Farm, AllestreePlease support us and give generously your unwanteditems to sell.

Topsy Turvy Tees 01332 200820Individual t-shirts

The Bike Shop 01332 382227

TillyFlop 01335 370151

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Ribbon 01332 369088Independent womenswear boutique with beautiful fashion,jewellery and accessorieswww.ribbonderby.co.uk

Samways 01332 368849

Scenario 01332 381429For Beautiful clothes for all occasions

Shooz 4 kidz 01332 341927

Smooch & Co 07931 410913 / 01332 552061Beautiful gifts for birthdays, christenings, weddings andMother's Day. Handmade & Costume jewellery, homeaccessories and more. Why not host your own party andreceive 20% off purchases? Phone Jessica or [email protected]

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Yo-Yo Children's Clothing Agency 07762 037042Children's clothing agency located in Draycottwww.yo-yo-go.co.uk

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The Bridge Centre …for natural health

For both babies and children we have atreatment called Cranial Osteopathywhich can help with poor sleep patterns,excess crying, colic, poor feeding, allergiesand behavioural difficulties.

For the adults we have a range oftreatments which can help with back pain,headaches and migraines, muscle andjoint problems and sciatica just to name afew! We also offer pilates in our studio.

We have a Counsellor, Nutritionist,Hypnotherapist, Dramatherapist and LifeCoach. We offer Crystal Therapy,

The Bridge Centre for Natural Healthoffers a wide range of differentalternative health treatments andactivities that every parent wouldbenefit from.

We offer special fertility support -treatments and coaching and a networksupport group.

We have a range of treatments thataddress each stage of pregnancysymptoms.

For those with babies we have baby yogaand baby massage classes in our studio.

Reflexology, Homeopathy andHypnobirthing and Hypnotherapy.

We also pride ourselves on our full rangeof Massage Therapies including NoHands, Hot Stones, Hydrotherm,Aromatherapy, Sports and Indian HeadMassage and Holistic Facials and HopiEar Candles.

We are a small and friendly team oftrained practitioners wanting to lookafter you. We have a dedicated receptionteam and we open 6 days a week from9am-8pm most evenings.

HAIR AND BEAUTY

Angel Nails, Green Lane, Derby 01332 366292

Archers, Littleover 01332 385385

Avril Tozer 01332 550511A truly individual and unhurried experience

Beaumonde, Irongate 01332 207711

Beauty Matters, Mickleover 01332 523101

Bliss Health and Beauty, Littleover 01332 367717

Capulet Spa 01332 299117A range of beauty treatments to indulge yourself

Citrus Hair and Beauty Ltd 01332 671086www.citrus hair.co.uk

Eye Candy 01332 344577New Year, new offers, see our website for details of our rangeof serviceswww.eyecandyhair.co.uk

Fresh Hair and Beauty 01332 295659www.freshhairandbeauty.co.uk

Frox VTU Sunshower 01332 875572Top of the range vertical tanning unit

Head to Toe 07800 744649Mobile Beauty Therapistwww.headtotoetherapy.vpweb.co.uk

Lisa Stevens 07899 870883 / 01332 552292Freelance hairdressing and tanning. Cut & finish from £15.Colours from £25. Family discounts & special offers.

Mark Scott Sadlergate 01332 290902

Mobile Spray Tanning by Laura 07826 546997

Nail Basics 01332 363701

Pretty and Polished (Littleover) 01332 511090

Pretty Special Beauty Sanctuary 01332 205728

SAKS 01332 821335www.saks.co.uk

Stafford Salons 01332 553301New hair & beauty salon now open. Top hairdresser fromLondon now in Allestree, Derby. Glamour package £50, 50% offbeauty treatments & hair colour. See voucher on page 35.

Utopia for Beauty, 01332 559376Park Farm, AllestreeA range of beauty treatment, including Botox and DermalFillers. 20% off your first visit with voucher on page 36.

Warings 01332 207607

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About Backs & Bones 01332 553332About relieving you and your family's pain. Medically trainedosteopaths as well as a range of other therapists are hereto help you in our friendly clinic in Allestree (A6).www.aboutbacksandbones.com

Reiki Therapist (Nicola Read) 07984 887748 Usui System of Natural [email protected]

Be-ing Counselling and PsychotherapyKatherine Akroyd 07808 584203Ambika Erin Connelly 07960 987622Rosheen Hopwell 07976 561749Helen Rafferty 07881 873873Confidential support with our therapistswww.being-psychotherapy.co.uk

Bits and Creases 01332 332323 / 07760 767549How valuable is your time? Derby's complete ironing service(Pick up and drop off)www.bitsandcreases.co.uk

Derby Adult Leanrning Service 01332 717900Courses available include book keeping, computing, cookery,digital photograpy, health and fitness, [email protected]

Gifted Jewellery Parties 01332 840051A Fabulous night in with the girls

Health and Wellbeing for Life 01332 898917Personal programmes to meet your needs! 07971 583941

Imogen Marley Image Consultant 07801 582214Let me help you put the joy back into [email protected]

Jamie Oliver parties 07954 149714

KC Book-Keeping Services 0115 877 6377

Kilburn Osteopaths 01332 780580The natural choice for the whole family's health. Freetreatment for new mums. Pregnancy Yoga also available.www.kilburnosteopaths.co.uk

Ladies Night Out Clubwww.ladiesnightoutclub.co.uk

Lighter Life 01332 773622

NO HANDS Massage 07908 254175www.soulstonetherapies.co.uk

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Usborne Books 01332 558947Make money with Usborne Bookswww.usborneonline.org/sue

Vie at Home 07919 005974Vie at Home Consultants required. An excellentopportunity to work from home, earn extra cash & beyour own boss. Flexible hours, free training, fabulousincentives & the opportunity to earn free make-up. Noexperience necessary. Call Sharon on the above numberfor further information.www.vieathome.com

Reiki Therapist (Nicola Read) 07984 887748Reiki can be used to encourage your body to heal illness,relieve pain and reduce [email protected]

Slimming Worldwww.slimmingworld.com

The Bridge Centre 01332 521270for Natural HealthOffering a wide range of different alternative healthtreatments.www.bridgecentrederby.com

The Language Corner 07766 760198www.thelanguagecorner.co.uk

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Body Shop at Home Parties 01283 814179A fun way to earn extra [email protected]

FM Group UK 01332 754478 / 07742 265282This Designer Fragrance/Cosmetics company is lookingfor consultants throughout the Derbyshire area. Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle withexcellent commission. No previous necessary, althougha LOVE of perfume will come in handy! Call Bukso today or email missdill30aol.com for more information,or even HOST A PARTY!

Forever Living - Aloe Vera Company07746 705311Stabilized aloe vera products and business opportunity, callHelen for a free DVDHelen Knight

Funky Feet Franchise opportunities 07976 840372

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BuggyBabes 07968 378227The ultimate fitness class for new mums

Abs and Core 01332 513219 ext141Littleover Community Schoolwww.buggybabes.com

Allestree Netball Club 07981 282531

Ballroom 01332 513219 ext141Littleover Community School

Circuit Training - Darley Abbey 01332 749093Darley Abbey Village Hall, every Wednesday 7.30 pm-8.30 pm.£4 per session adults. Never been to circuits, try your firstlesson for [email protected]

Circuit Training - Darley Abbey 01332 749093Darley Abbey Village Hall, every Monday morning, 9.30 am -10.30 am, £16 for 4 sessions. Never been to circuits, try yourfirst lesson for free [email protected]

Darley Dance 07712 527922

David Lloyd 01332 821801

Deda 01332 370911

Disco Groove 01332 513219 ext141Littleover Community School

DW Sports Fitness (Pride Park) 0844 2495304

Etwall Leisure Centre 01283 733 348

Fitness First 0844 5712852

LA Fitness 08431 701077

Ladies Only Kick Boxing 07884 236569

Lighter Life 01332 874048

Line Dancing 01332 513219 ext 141Littleover Community School

Marriott Breadsall Priory 01332 836002

Nordic Walking 07828 472178

Salsa Dance Class 07817 983291www.realwayfitness.com

Salsa Dance Class 01332 513219 ext141LittleoverLittleover Community School

Stripes Fitness 01332 366011

The Ladies Club 01332 294555Unique ladies only 30 minute workout. Fantastic inch loss andweight losswww.the-ladies-club.co.uk

Virgin Active 01332 287900

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Come Spring, it’s not justour spirits that need

Yellow is apparently the colour of choicewhen the nation crawls its way out ofrecession. You certainly can’t argue withit for its sunlight properties, however, ifit’s a step too far but you still want to feelthe glow, choose a buttermilk shade andmix it with cream.

Pretty countryflorals are not to everyone’s taste, butyou can’t beat Vanessa Arbuthnott’sfabrics for an injection of country charm.A few new cushion covers with frillededges in her new Meadow collection offlorals featuring fifties inspired flowersand butterflies would require just a few

…our homes can look a little jadedtoo. Ruth Eley of Pure HomeInteriors in Duffield, gives us a fewspring-time tips to help us restoresome sparkle into our homes.

It has to be said, spring cleaning is whereit must start. A bit of beeswax polish andelbow grease can make even the oldestpiece of furniture gleam as if new. Nextremove all the winter cushion covers,wash or dry clean them and store themaway with throws and winter weightbedspreads until next year.

Now you’re ready to select new cushioncovers in brighter, more vivid colours.Linens and cottons in fresh florals orcheerful and relaxed stripes and checkscan add a lighter and more up-beatfeel to a room.

Choosing a fabric you love and havingcushions made up to suit your newsummer scheme can cost very little butadd an enormous amount to your newlook. Try to choose fabrics and coloursthat still work with your sofa andcurtains, and look for other accessoriesthat reinforce your lighter look.

metres of fabric. Mix them with thetickings in complementary colours orthe botanical trellis pattern in stone andgrey for a more neutral scheme.

Update plain linen curtains with achecked border down the leading edge.Paint a pine coffee table in one of Farrow& Ball’s many off-white shades to helpreflect the natural light in your room,and if you have the energy and thebudget, a lick of paint to the walls ofyour room can do wonders too.

One of the most effective, not to mentioncheap and satisfying, ways of making aroom feel it’s had a major makeover, is tomove the furniture around. Instead ofhuddling around the fireplace and thetelevision, perhaps move a favourite chairinto position for the best view of thegarden, or where it can catch the sunlightstreaming through the window.

For more inspiration, or to view the 2010 spring/summer fabric andwallpaper collections, call in at Pure Home Interiors, 33 Town Street, Duffield, DE56 4GD. Telephone: 01332 841840.

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Reeds Rains 01332 224560Thinking of moving house? Call us today for a freeproperty valuation. [email protected]

Studio in the Park 07920 515254Markeaton Park Craft VillageBeautiful home interiors & hand painted furniture. Widerange of gifts, jewellery & accessories. Free customerparking opposite the Studio.

Allestree Cleaning Services 01332 557974Limited 07504 857436Busy Mum? Professional cleaning services, honest reliablecleaners

Bits and Creases 01332 332323 / 07760 767549How valuable is your time? Derby's complete ironing service(pick up and drop off)www.bitsandcreases.co.uk

Bloor Interiors 07701 091802Need inspiration? Have a chat with a local InteriorDesigner, offering friendly & professional advice to helpyou create your perfect home. Full Interior DesignerService & Bespoke Curtains & Blinds. Call Anna or [email protected]

Executive Ironing 01332 297287/ 07970 158316

There is nothing we can not do when it comes tolaundry/drycleaning/alterations

Friargate Alterations 01332 722367

Organiclean 07817 654 878

Oven Cleaning Company 01773 880983

PC Crew Computer Repairs 07977 138374For all your computer repairs

Pink Plumbing 07880 866651Reliable and friendly FEMALE plumbing service, all aspects ofplumbing work undertaken

Pure Home 01332 841840Interior Design Service, fabric & poles, curtains, blinds, softfurnishings. Also wallpapers, paints, lighting, accessoriesand interior accessories. www.pure-home.co.uk

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Prepping and staging a housePrepping and staging a house. Everyseller wants their home to sell fastand achieve the best possible price.Does that sound good to you? Well,it's not luck that makes that happen.

Here is how to prep a house andturn it into an irresistible andmarketable home.

1. Disassociate Yourself With YourHome. • Make the mental decision to "let go"

of your emotions and focus on thefact that soon this house will nolonger be yours.

• Picture yourself handing over the keysand envelopes containing appliancewarranties to the new owners!

• Say goodbye to every room. • Don't look backwards - look toward

the future.

6. Remove/Replace Favourite Items.If you want to take window coverings,built-in appliances or fixtures with you,remove them now. If a buyer never seesit, she won't want it. Once you tell abuyer she can't have an item, she willcovet it, and it could blow your deal.

7. Make Minor Repairs.• Replace cracked floor or counter tiles. • Patch holes in walls. • Fix leaky faucets. • Fix doors that don't close properly and

kitchen drawers that jam. • Consider painting your walls neutral

colours, especially if you have grownaccustomed to purple or pink walls.

8. Make the House Sparkle!

9. Scrutinize. • Go outside and open your front door.

Stand there. Do you want to goinside? Does the house welcome you?

• Linger in the doorway of every singleroom and imagine how your housewill look to a buyer.

• house? You're almost finished.

10. Check Curb Appeal.If a buyer won't get out of her agent'scar because she doesn't like the exteriorof your home, you'll never get her inside. • Keep the sidewalks cleared. • Mow the lawn. • Paint faded window trim. • Plant yellow flowers or group flower

pots together. Yellow evokes a buyingemotion. Marigolds are inexpensive.

• Trim your bushes. • Make sure visitors can clearly read

your house number.

2. De-Personalize.Pack up those personal photographsand family heirlooms. Buyers can't seepast personal artifacts, and you don'twant them to be distracted. You wantbuyers to imagine their own photos onthe walls, and they can't do that if yoursare there!

3. De-Clutter!People collect an amazing quantity ofjunk. Consider this: if you haven't used itin over a year, you probably don't need it. • If you don't need it, why not donate it

or throw it away? • Remove all books from bookcases. • Pack up those knick-knacks. • Clean off everything on kitchen

counters. • Put essential items used daily in a

small box that can be stored in acloset when not in use.

4. Rearrange Bedroom Closets andKitchen Cabinets. Buyers love to snoop and will opencloset and cabinet doors. Think of themessage it sends if items fall out! Nowimagine what a buyer believes aboutyou if she sees everything organized. Itsays you probably take good care of therest of the house as well.

5. Rent a Storage Unit. Almost every home shows better withless furniture. Remove pieces of furniturethat block or hamper paths andwalkways and put them in storage.


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10b Irongate, Derby, DE1 3FJ. [email protected]

01332 22 45 60If your thinking of moving house please call us to arrange a free property valuation

Meet Chris Brown...Previously a partner with a leading firm oflocal chartered surveyors.

Chris is the immediate outgoing Presidentof the National Association of Estate Agentsand National Association of Valuers andAuctioneers.

A specialist in the Darley Abbey, Allestree,Quardon and Duffield Areas.

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Derby and Derbyshire Parent Partnership ServiceA free confidential, impartial service, offering, help, advice andsupport to parents and carers of children and young peoplewww.derbyshireparentpartnership.co.uk

Derby Parenting and Family GroupAims to encourage parents and carers to access social andeducational provisions, which will enable you to develop newand existing skills and offer support, advice and information tothose who are experiencing [email protected]

The Childlink ServiceNational and local childcare informationwww.childcarefinder.direct.gov.uk

Families Information Service 01332 716381Local telephone helpline providing free, comprehensive,impartial and confidential information on childcare, fundingchildcare, family support services and leisure activities

Parentline PlusThe leading national charity providing help and support toanyone caring for children - parents, grandparents, step-parents, relatives - for families living together as well as apartwww.parentlineplus.org.uk

The Couple ConnectionA new website, where you can change your relationship forthe betterwww.thecoupleconnection.net

Relate for Parents and FamiliesFree support advice and tips for parents and families from Relatewww.relateforparents.org.uk

Jigsaw Families 01773 825013/ 07974 966523Coaching, facilitating, training and mentoring for families inDerbyshirewww.jigsawfamilies.co.uk


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Ambergate Primary School 01773 [email protected]

Ashgate Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Asterdale Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Becket Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Belper Long Row Primary School 01773 [email protected]

Bishop Lonsdale C of E 01332 344795Primary [email protected]

Borrow Wood Infant School 01332 [email protected]

Borrow Wood Junior School 01332 [email protected]

Brackensdale Infant School 01332 [email protected]

Brackensdale Junior School 01332 [email protected]

Breadsall CE Controlled 01332 831328Primary [email protected]

Brookfield Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Carlyle Infant School 01332 [email protected]

Cavendish Close Infant School 01332 [email protected]

Cavendish Close Junior School 01332 [email protected]

Chaddesden Park Infant School 01332 [email protected]

Chaddesden Park Junior School 01332 [email protected]

Chellaston Infant School 01332 [email protected]

Chellaston Junior School 01332 [email protected]

Cherry Tree Hill Infant School 01332 [email protected]

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Derby Grammar School 01332 510030www.derbygrammar.co.uk

Derby High School 01332 514267www.derbyhigh.derby.sch.uk

Derby Montessori School 01332 346333www.derbymontessori.co.uk

Duffield Meadows 01332 840305Primary [email protected]

Egginton Primary School 01283 [email protected]

Etwall Primary School 01283 [email protected]

Findern Community 01283 702150Primary [email protected]

Fritchley CE (Aided) 01773 852216Primary [email protected]

Gayton Community 01332 760372& Junior [email protected]

Griffe Field Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Heage Primary School 01773 [email protected]

Heath Fields Primary School 01283 [email protected]

Herbert Strutt Primary School 01773 [email protected]

Hilton Primary School 01283 [email protected]

Holbrook CE Voluntary 01332 880277Controlled Primary [email protected]

Homefields Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Horsley CE Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Horsley Woodhouse 01332 880403Primary [email protected]

Kirk Langley Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Lawn Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Little Eaton Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Markeaton Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Mickleover Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Milford Community 01332 841316Primary [email protected]

Morley Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Ockbrook School 01332 673532www.ockbrook.derby.sch.uk

Old Vicarage School 01332 [email protected]

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Portway Infant School 01332 [email protected]

Portway Junior School 01332 [email protected]

Pottery Primary School 01773 [email protected]

Ravensdale Infant School 01332 [email protected]

Ravensdale Junior School 01332 [email protected]

Redhill Primary School 01332 676724www.redhill.derbyshire.sch.uk/

Redwood Infant School 01332 [email protected]

Redwood Junior School 01332 [email protected]

Reigate Primary School 01332 [email protected]

Repton Primary School 01283 [email protected]

Richardson Endowed 01332 880317Primary [email protected]

Ridgeway Infant School 01332 [email protected]

Silverhill Primary School 01332 [email protected]

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Taylor Made Maths 01332 239848Small friendly family run business, all abilities catered for

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The Joy andAdventure ofMaking Music

The minds of the young are so absorbentof new knowledge, that the learning ofthe language of music is so much easierthan when one is older. A good tutor cancarefully lead a young person througheach stage, and onto a great skill.

The making of music by young people isvery often the key to a very fulfilledfuture. A complete language of its own,giving one access to countless enjoyabletimes, and the chance to make manyclose and understanding friends.

The acquisition of an electronickeyboard makes for a very economicand convenient entry into music with itsgreat adaptability along with a host ofinteresting sounds and effects.

There are many opportunities in themusic world, and I am only too pleasedto help and advise about all thepossibilities that exist, for your futureprospects in life, purely as a hobby, orindeed a profession.

James Bull MMAMS (Hons)Mickleover School of MusicVillage Square, Uttoxeter Road,Mickleover, Derby.01332 519402

What a great idea! What an adventure!

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DANCE, DRAMA, CHEERLEADING,GYMNASTICS

Anna Michelle's School of Dance 07980 756586Ballet, tap, modern, cheerleading, Acro and [email protected]

Cabaret Theatre School 01332 518422Fun filled song & dance classes for children aged 3-7 www.cabaret-theatre-school.com

Caroline Green(Dance Tots) 01332 361204

Centre Stage Theatre Arts 0870 7743420

Cheerleading Gateway Centre 01332 386600

Dancebites 07966 931501

Dancetek 01332 270643

Dance and MovementClasses at DédaOur Academy classes introduce a basic level ofdance technique, delivered in a safe and creativeenvironment.

Classes available for ages 6 months and up.

Box Office 01332 370911Chapel Street, Derby, DE1 3GU

www.deda.uk.com

Visit the new-look CUBE café|bar at Déda

Danceworks Unlimited 01332 670196

Darley Dance School 07712 527922

Deda 01332 370911Class curriculum of over 40 classes a weekwww.deda.uk.com

Delta Trampoline Club 01332 664433

Derby Academy of Classical Dance 01332 371016

Derby Gymnastics Club 01332 200011

Derbyshire Cheerleading 07748 148626Association Xfactor cheerleaders, Tuesdays and [email protected]

Educate Dance 07835 438391Breakdance, street dance, cheerleading and more

Emily Rose School of Dance 07725 972781Ballet, baby ballet, tap, modern, cheerleading, musical theatreand funky freestyle. Classes age 2+. Allestree and [email protected]

First Stage Dance & Theatre Co 01332 701295

Footlights Stage School 01332 721108

Gymnastics (5-14 year olds) 01332 664433Springwood Leisure Centre


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Little Eaton Dance School 01332 835392

Littleover School of Dance 01332 273137

Mickleover Gymnastics Club 01332 747625Gymnastics from 9 months onwardswww.mickleover-gymnastics-club.co.uk

Nadia Jane School of Dance 01283 210287

Oakden School Of Dancing 01283 731703

Razzamataz 01332 702526

Splitz Dance Centre, Belper 01773 881072

Stagecoach Theatre Arts 01332 553965

Theatre Cats Stage School 0845 003 8230Act-Sing-Perform, gain confidence and make new friendswww.TheatreCats.co.uk

Gymnastics (5-14 year olds) 01332 642180Moorways Sports Centre

Gymnastics (5-14 year olds) 01332 255603Shaftesbury Sports Centre

Helen O Grady Children's 0845 310 0166Drama Academy

Hilary L'raine Dance 01332 556543Ballet, Mime, Song & Dance, Acrobatics, Darley [email protected]

Junior Acro (6-11 year olds) 07973 354697St John's Park Farm, Allestree

Learn the Routine 07973 354697St John's Park Farm, Allestree

Linda Cook School of Dance 01332 572387

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SWIMMING

4Strokes Swim Academy 0845 094 2855Delivering 1st class service throughout the county in uniqueteaching environments. Guaranteed small groupswww.4strokes.co.uk

Ashbourne Leisure Centre 01335 343712

Baby & Toddler Swimming Lessons 01332 605729www.puddleducks.com

Belper Leisure Centre 01773 825285

Derby City Council Swimming 01332 341736Lessons Moorways Swimming Pool

Derby City Council Swimming 01332 641444Lessons Queens Leisure Centre

Derby Dolphins 01332 550692

Tindles Dance & Drama 020 73715196

Tiptoe School of Performing Arts 07952 724786

Trampolining 01332 664433Springwood Leisure Centre

Trampolining 01332 255603Shaftesbury Sports Centre

Upbeat Dance 07890 150811

Urban Dance - Littleover 01332 513219 ext141Littleover Community School (Thursdays)[email protected]

Vanessa Millar School of Dance 01773 823309

Vision Dance School, Duffield 01332 842477

Wendy Bates School Of Dance 01283 814471


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Derby Phoenix Swimming Club 01332 840278

Different Strokes 01332 677709

East Midlands Swimming Academy 01773 608091Teaches all ages and abilities at prestigious venues across theEast Midlands, to locate your nearest pool see our websitewww.em-sa.co.uk

Etwall Leisure Centre, Etwall 01283 733348

Lonsdale Swimming Pool, 01332 516325MickleoverSwimming lessons from age 31⁄2 to 100 years

Moorways Pool, Allenton 01332 341736

Queens Leisure Centre, Derby 01332 716620

Ripley Leisure Centre, Ripley 01773 746531

Sarah Bates School of Swimming 01332 720205Specialise in teaching beginnerswww.sarahbatesschoolofswimming.com

Sharkys Swim School 07773 720718

Vicky's Swim School 07876 212408Water safety techniques which could one day save their lives,all ageswww.vickysswimschool.co.uk

Woodlands Swim School, Allestree 01332 551921Lessons Monday - Thursday 4.15pm - 7.30pmContact Amie Rawlins

Zoe- baby swimming 07816 419223

FOOTBALL

AFC Crusaders 01332 746950FA Charter Standard Club

Allestree Juniors 01332 552770FA Charter Standard clubwww.allestreefc.com

Belper Town Juniors 01332 883315FA Charter Standard Club

Chesapeake(Chaddesden) 01332 559345FA Charter Standard Club

Derby County in the communityWeekend Clubs. The sessions are designed for boys andgirls of all abilities, offering coaching in a fun and relaxedenvironment. Every Saturday and Sunday Morning. 9am -10.30 am or 11am - 12.30 pm (depending on availability)£4 per week for children pre-reception to Year 6

Derby Panthers 01332 763083FA Charter Standard Club

Derbyshire FA 01332 361422Find a local junior league teamwww.derbyshirefa.com

Field Lane 01332 234251FA Charter Standard Clubwww.fieldlanefc.org.uk

Football Coaching 01332 664433Springwood Leisure Centre

Football Coaching 01332 255603Spingwood Leisure Centre

Hilton Harriers Junior 01283 361422Football Club FA Charter Standard Clubwww.hiltonharriers.org.uk

Mickleover All Stars 01332 552770FA Charter Standard Clubwww.mickleoverallstars.co.uk

Mickleover Jubilee 01332 733239FA Charter Standard Club

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OTHER SPORTS

Allestree Cricket Club 01332 556000

Allestree Netball Club 07981 282531www.allestreenetballclub.com

Badminton 01332 642180Moorways Sports Centre

Badminton Club, Swadlincote 01530 413880

Basketball 01332 702539Noel Baker School, Alvaston. Every Saturday 9.30-11.00am. Just turn up and play, pay on the daywww.derbytrailblazers.com

Belper Hockey ClubHockey for boys and girls from 6 yearswww.belperhc.co.uk

Pride Park Juniors 01332 345326FA Charter Standard Clubwww.prideparkjuniors.co.uk

Soccer School 01332 642 180Moorways Sports Centre

Soccerstars 01332 368000www.soccerstarsuk.co.uk

Spondon Dynomos (Youth) Mini 01332 665873FA Charter Standard Clubwww.spondondynamo.co.uk

St. Georges FA Charter Standard Club 01283 704633

Ultimate Soccer 07835 438391

Woodlands 01332 541192FA Charter Standard clubwww.woodlandsfc.org.co.uk

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Derwent Rowing Club 01332 367233

Duffield Tennis Club 01332 852852

Etwall Tennis Club 01332 510640

Girls Only Sports, Gateway Centre 01332 673332

Littleover Tennis Club 01332 343290

Mini Tennis, Belper 01246 275923

Morley Hayes Golf 07854 445063

Ockbook and Borrowash 01332 343290Tennis Club

Skateboarding 07792 470528

Squash 01332 664433

Table Tennis 01283 547939A sport for all ageswww.derbytta.co.uk

Trampolining 01332 664433Springwood Leisure Centre

Trampolining 01332 255603Shaftesbury Sports Centre

Trampolining 01332 747625Mickleover Gymnastic Clubwww.mickleover-gymnastics-club.co.uk

Trampolining - Woodlands School 0115 9445182Wednesday Evenings 5.30pm-7.00pmwww.firstgradecoaching.co.uk

Woodlands Tennis Centre 01335 342214

Ash Lane, Etwall, Derbyshire DE65 6HT

01283 734798

BHS APPROVEDRIDING LESSONS FOR ALL (CHILDREN & ADULTS)BEGINNERS TO ADVANCED LEAD REIN FOR CHILDRENTUE-SAT 8AM TO 10PMHOLIDAY ACTIVITY PROGRAMMESFUN EVENTS FOR KIDS“OWN A PONY” DAYSBIRTHDAY PARTIES www.barleyfields.com

“the true riding experience”

Kids love it atBarleyfields

so will you !!!

Boxing 01332 576725Weekly Classes, Merril College, Alvaston, Mondays 4-5pm £2www. boxingclub.co.uk

Boxing 01332 576725Weekly Classes, Derby College, Mackworth, Mon & Wedwww.sggboxingclub.co.uk

Boxing 01332 576725Weekly classes, one Nation Boxing Club, Stanhope St, Normantonwww.sggboxingclub.co.uk

Boys only Sports, Gateway Centre 01332 673332

Climbing (Alter Rock) 01332 367200

Darley Abbey Cricket Club 01332 558253

Derby Athletic Club 01332 840675

Derby Rugby Club 01332 559656

Derbyshire Family Rambling 01332 700184Organisation

Derbyshire Junior County 07766 760198BadmintonPlaces offered to gifted/talented athletes with potential

Derbyshire Tennis Centre 01332 273770


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SPORTS CENTRES

Moorways Sports Centre 01332 341736Moor Lane, Allenton, Derby, DE24 9HY

Queens Leisure Centre 01332 641444Cathedral Road, Derby, DE1 3PA

Shaftesbury Sports Centre 01332 255603Shaftesbuy Crescent, Derby, DE23 8NA

Derby College Sports Centre 01332 520371Prince Charles Avenue, Mackworth, Derby, DE22 4LR

Springwood Leisure Centre 01332 664433Springwood Drive, Oakwood, Derby, DE21 2RQ

Exclusive & extensive communion

wear at affordable prices now

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LIBRARIES

Allestree Library 01332 [email protected]

Alvaston Library and 01332 718140Learning [email protected]

Belper Library 01773 [email protected]

Blagreaves Library, Littleover 01332 [email protected]

Borrowash Library 01332 663440borrowash.library.derbyshire.gov.uk

Derby Central Library 01332 [email protected]

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Duffield Library 01332 [email protected]

Etwall Library 01283 [email protected]

Springwood Library 01332 669123springwood [email protected]

MARTIAL ARTS

Jon Jepson Black Belt Academy 01332 204119

Derby Olympus Judo Club 07968 072887

Dragons Academy of Martial Arts 07904 947175

South Derbyshire Karate Academy 01332 735301

TTA Derby (Taekwondo) 07775 758980

Derby School of Taekwondo 07985 181047

MUSIC AND SINGING

Diane Bonsier (all brass) 07734 529730

Emma Reading (electric/acoustic) 01332 346338

Fabrizio Federico (guitar) 01332 230281

Geoffrey Willet (piano) 01332 552339

Iain Harris (bass guitar) 07775 626180

Ian Hammond (all brass instruments) 01332 514122

Kerrie (violin) 01283 219767

Kevin Fowkes LTCL 07504 326280(Teachers Diploma) ALCMSpecialist in piano, electronic keyboard and [email protected]

Lilia Chernova-Peters (piano) 01332 552567Based in Allestree

Mickleover School of Music 01332 519402Keyboard & piano tuition. Full instruction for young & old.Limited free piano lessons available throughout April to June, quote 'Polly's List'. Call James today on theabove number.

Sarah Patton 01332 736527

Sarah Stocker (piano, voice) 01332 725965

Verity Thompson 07877 818865Flute, recorder, tin whistle, pre-school music and [email protected]

HORSE RIDING

Barleyfields Equestrian Centre 01283 734798Lessons for all, summer activities, childrens parties www.barleyfields.com

Hargate Equestrian 01283 730606Riding lessons from 5 years for all abilities

Landown Riding School 01332 516465

Moorbridge Riding Stables 01332 702508

Ridgewood Equestrian Centre 01629 824914

Scropton Riding Centre 01283 812753

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National Forest LlamaTreks

the llamas, feeding and grooming thembefore taking them for a short walk. Theyalso meet the other animals, collect eggsfrom the chickens and play party games.Everything is provided includinginvitations, party bags, party food, allama birthday cake and a present for thebirthday child. Alternatively, if you fancya day out with a difference, come andspend a day with the llamas. Groom andfeed the llamas before trekking out for awalk with them in the beautiful local

Why not have a party or a day outwith a difference?

At the National Forest Llama Centrethere are 7 llamas ranging from theyoungest of the herd, Mustard, who is 2years old to the oldest, Ande, who is 7years old. Each llama has its ownindividual character.

Birthday parties are special at the Centre.Children are able to spend an hour with

countryside. Whilst you enjoy a gentlestroll, learn about the local area andwildlife and lots of interesting llama facts!

Contact: Anna Otton, National ForestLlama Treks, 260 Lichfield Road (this isthe A38 Northbound NOT Bartonvillage), Barton Under Needwood,Burton on Trent, Staffs. DE13 8ED.

Tel: 01283 711702 / 07970 601373www.nationalforestllamatreks.co.uk

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Abi's Inflatables 07887 950119

Alter Rock 01332 367200Climbing wall partieswww.alter-rock.co.uk

A Lot to Swallow 01332 841515Catering for children’s parties. Packages to suit all budgets& dietary requirements. Healthy or with treats. Party bags& balloons. Buffets & business lunches also catered for.Delivered to your venue.

Ashbourne Leisure Centre 01335 343712

Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777

Baib Beauty Parties 07846 062687

Balloon and Party Ideas 01332 824268

Bamboozled Gifts and Ballons 01283 552888

Barleyfields Horse Riding Parties 01283 734798

Belper Leisure Centre 01773 825285

Bouncy Castle Company 01332 661946

Bubbles the Clown 01332 669131

Buzz Ceramics 0115 875 36664Personalised hand painted ceramicswww.buzzceramics.co.uk

Cakes by Amie 07957 776181I love making and decorating [email protected]

Capulet Spa 01332 299117Princess party packages available, includes spa surprisegoodie bag for the birthday girl

Cheney Magic 01332 556537

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Choc Wrapper 0115 8803858Personalised chocolate [email protected]

Chucklebutties 01773 880123www.chucklebutties.co.uk

Close up Magic 01332 864594

Clown Zozo 01159 300070

Coe Coe the Clown 01332 668024

Creative Occasions 0115 9441292

David Lloyd 01332 821301

Deda 01332 370911

Derby Elite Cheerleading 07845 589824High School Musical themed parties, learn exciting routinescoach and pom poms provided

Derby Face and Body Painting 07854 911447

Derby Soccerdome 01332 866410

Dinky Dancing Disco 07886 684745www.dinkydancing.co.uk

Dizzy The Wizard 01335 372744

Fairy Bubbles 07776 276515

Fizzpotzz 01335 350195

Freddy's Play Kingdom 01332 662322

Fun Club Soft Play Centre, Belper 01773 823873

Funky Feet Dance Party 07976 840372www.FunkyFeetUnlimited.co.uk

Funtastic Entertainments 01782 251778For entertainers and much morewww.funtastic-entertainments.co.uk

Giggles the Clown 07751 097006

Gym Parties 01332 763793Trampoline, track, soft play, suitable for under 10swww.mickleover-gymnastic-club.co.uk

Happy Childrens Parties 07923 479824

Hickory Dickorys 01332 346699

Highfields Happy Hens 01283 735063www.highfieldshappyhens.co.uk

Independent Community Centres 01332 641264Village halls and community centres for hire

Inflatamania 07853 134119

Joi Events 0800 019 6429

Junky Monkey 01773 821154Environmentally friendly craft partieswww.junkymonkey.co.uk

Little Divas Pamper Parties 07899 87088301332 552292

Pamper parties for little princesses in the convenience ofyour own home. Nails including nail gems & glitter. Hair &make up applied by professional ITEC Hairdresser & BeautyTherapist. All ages tots to teens! Various packages and pricesavailable. Call Lisa.

Little Rascals 01283 227785

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Mad Science Parties 0115 9221113

Megazone 01332 204004Football, cricket and laser parties available

MizzGlitz Pamper Parties 07811 219182Makeover, nail art and styling parties

Mrs Sparkle 01332 730830

Music Time 01332 863519

National Forest Llama Treks 01283 71170207970 601373

A birthday party with a difference. Feed, groom & walkllamas, play games and meet other animals.

Noah and Nellies 01332 204292Soft play, disco and dancingwww.noahandnellies.co.uk

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Paint-a-Pot 01332 202652Our parties are full of creative fun and suitable for all ages www.paintapot.org

Pamper Parties for children 07535 291329

Party Nails 07974 194206

Petit Cadeau 01332 600777

Pirates Play Island 01332 875000

Planet Happy 01332 271380Various party packages available, including private hirewww.planethappy.info

Playtastic 01332 271380

Princess Parties for Girls 07800 744649Includes file, polish, basic make-up, hair style, party bags andinviteswww.headtotoetherapy.vpweb.co.uk

Quirky Cookies and Cakes 01332 610997Fantastic homemade bespoke cakes in whatever design youlike. Call Wendy for a chat

Rainbow River Family Cooking 07960 603189Cooking parties for children aged 2 upwardswww.rainbowriver.org.uk

Rememor - Bespoke Bunting 07725 813692Birthdays, anniversaries, all occasions personalised bunting

Rollerworld 01332 345828

Rosliston Forestry Centre 01283 563483Archery, laser clay, laser combat partieswww.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk

SGG Boxing Parties 01332 576725Private boxing parties availablewww.sggboxingclub.co.uk

Splodgers Messy Play 0845 6432606

The Quad 01332 290606

Tubby Bears 01332 341355New party packages available, incuding cookery and arts andcraft themes. Also private hire available £240 for up to 30children!www.tubbybears.co.uk

Ultimate Soccer Parties 07835 438391

Uncle Michael the Clown 01629 57730

Willington Delicatessen 01283 704304Children's cookery parties, make cupcakes, cookies or pizza,then have you party tea in the deli (for children over 5yrs)willingtongreendeli.co.uk

Woodlands School Swimming 01332 551921PartiesAvailable throughout school holidays

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The summeredition of Polly’sList will bepacked full ofideas andinspiration forJune, July &August and thesummerholidays, if youhave an event oractivity planned,make sure weknow about it,contact 01332 202210

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To advertise, please call us on 01332 202210

Do you want to know howto get the kids stuck into exerciseinstead of glued to the TV?

There are also greatly enhanced Partypackages to choose from “We have over6 different party packages to choosefrom, if you require something morespecific for your childs special day then,we are willing to go that extra mile toprovide it. Packages include Grand prixstyle go kart parties, sports parties ordisco dancing in our new disco roomdressing up in wigs and feather boa’sdancing to your favourite tunes. Another

popular option is bespoke private hire,created to suit yourrequirements.

We have a loyalty card scheme forregular visitors to take advantage oftoo, and also a drinks loyalty card.Parents can relax in our sofa area with

a range of current magazinesto read, drinking coffee andusing our free Wi-Fi service.

Noah and Nellies Children’s IndoorAdventure Play Centre on Ascot DriveDerby is a playcentre with the emphasison “fitness through fun”. The formerBumpi’s Big Adventure site has beentransformed by the new owner CraigShipley since taking over the site inFebruary 2009.

Craig said “As a parent of 2 young children, I knew what I expected of a playcentre. I visited numerous centres acrossthe country, seeing the good andthe bad and, together with my ownideas, and those of my children, mywife and input from customers, we havelooked to create an all encompassingexperience, not just for children but also fortheir parents. We have introduced aseparate toddler area, a sports court andbattery operated go karts.

Children need 30 minutes perday of exercise, and what betterway to drag them awayfrom the TV or gamesconsole than to takethem to a playcentre torun around and burn off thecalories in a safe and secureenvironment whilst parentscan relax drinking qualitycoffee. The menu is a balanced,offering healthy optionsand homemadedishes.

We also cater for group bookings forschools and nurseries, playgroups and

mums and tots at discounted rate.Childminders, Foster carers and

Tamba members, and NCTmembers all get continuousdiscounted admission. We runactivity mornings on Tuesdays

and Thursdays and are alwayslooking to improve our offeringsthrough holiday periods with artsand craft sessions relevant to the

time of year.

Come on down andsee us. We look

forward to welcomingyou soon.

Ascot Drive, Derbywww.noahandnellies.co.uk01332 227785

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PARENT & TODDLER,PLAYGROUPS ETC

Baby Matters 1-30-2.30, TUESt John's Methodist Church, Park Farm Allestree

Baby & Toddler 9.30-11.30, WEDBoulton Lane Community Centre, Boulton Lane Alvaston

Barney's Beanies 10-12,TUESt Barnabas Church Hall, Radbourne Street Derby

Boulton Lane Baby & 9.30-11.30, WEDToddler GroupBoulton Lane Community Centre Alvaston

Broadway Playgroup 9.45-11.15, TUEBroadway Baptist Church Darley Abbey

Bumps & Babes 10-11.30, MONBelper Community Centre, Bridge Street Belper

Busy Bees Playgroup 9.30-11.30, THUStepping Stones Day Centre, Ilkeston Road Heanor

Castle Nursery Group 9-11, FRICopeland Street Derby

Castlefields Mums and Tots 10- 12, WEDTraffic Street Derby01332 767528

Chester Green Chums 10-12, MONMethodist Church Hall, Mansfield Street Chester Green

Childminders' Group 9.30-11.30, TUEBoulton Lane Baptist Church, Boulton Lane Alvaston

Dads & Kids Club 10.30-12.30, SATDerwent Stepping Stones, St. Marks Road Chaddesden

Daisy Chain 11-1, MONReigate Primary School, Reigate Drive Mackworth

Darley Abbey Baby 9.15-11.15, WED& Toddler GroupDarley Abbey Village Hall Darley Abbey

Family Coffee Morning 9.30-11.30, MONMackworth/Morley Children's Centre, Stepping Lane Derby

Family First 10-11.30, THUWest End Children's Centre01332 342647

Findern Kiddiclub 1.30-3, TUEFindern Village Hall, Castle Street Findern

Fun 4 babyActivities with gymnastics coachesSpringwood Leisure centre01332 664433

Happy Tots Baby 9.30-11.30, TUE& Toddler GroupBoulton Children's Centre, 47b Holbrook Road Alvaston

Heatherton Babies (0yrs-2yrs) 10-11.15, FRIHaven Christian Centre Heatherton

Jack in a Box 10.30-12, MONBelper Central Methodist Church Hall Belper

Little Acorns Toddlers 9.15 - 11.15,MON,WED,FRIWoodlands Evangelical Church, Blenheim Parade Allestree

Little Angels Parent & Toddler 1.30-3, WEDSt Andrews Church, Blagreaves Lane Littleover

Little Church 1.30-3.30, WEDSt Peter's Church, Church Lane Belper

Little Learners 9-11, TUEChaddesden Park Infant School, Tennesse RoadChaddesden

Little Nippers 10-12.45, WEDSt Alkmund's Church, Kedleston Road Derby

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Because Babies andChildren have somuch to say! Babies and Children have a lot to say, andat TinyTalk we’re here to help them tellyou! Help give your child a head start withour fabulous, fun, award-winning classes.

Parents and babies around the world already know about theamazing developmental benefits of signing and singing withyour baby from birth.

Now help your chatterbox toddler develop theircommunication skills, with the phenomenally popular TinyTalkToddlers, coming to Derby from this Easter!

Exploring new themes each week, and developed with EarlyYears teachers, TinyTalk Toddlers provides a strong foundationfor lifelong learning, and equipping them to get the best fromschool (and life!) – whilst having loads of fun.

Songs, props, language activities, signing, books andinstruments keep those ‘on the go’ toddlers enthralled, anddevelop vital pre-school behaviours such as turn-taking,sharing and listening, as well as self confidence and social skills.

Then during playtime toddlers and parents socialise and makefriends!

Classes suit approx 18m – 3yrs. We only charge by the family -siblings welcomed. Term starts 13th April so don’t miss out!

Places on EASTER HOLIDAY CLASSES aregoing fast for 6th/7th and 13th/14th April –CONTACT ME NOW TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE!

See listings for classes in Alvaston and Long Eaton. To book your baby or child’s place call Caroline on07739 551018 or email [email protected]

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Little Rockers 9.30-11,TUEMethodist Church, Brighton Road Alvaston

Little Tikes 10-11.30, TUE,WEDMickleover Pavilion, Vicarage Park Mickleover

Mother & Baby 10-11.30, THUSt. Edmund's Church Hall, Kingscroft, Allestree

Newmount Babies & Tots 9.30-11, WEDNewmount Methodist Church, Blagreaves Lane Littleover

Parent & Toddler 1.30-3, TUEBreadsall Memorial Hall Breadsall

Parent & Toddler 9.15-1.15,WED Darley Abbey Village Hall Darley Abbey

Parent & Toddler 9.30-11, WEDDuffield Methodist Church, King Street Duffield

Parent & Toddler 9.45-11.15,TUELittleover Baptist Church Hall, Thornhill Road Littleover

Parent & Toddler 9.15-11, THUMethodist Church, Mayfield Road Chaddesden

Parent & Toddler 9.15-11, WEDOakwood Community Centre, Springwood Drive Oakwood

PEEP for Baby 1-3 MONWest End Children's Centre01332 342647

PEEP for Ones 9.15-11.15, THUWest End Children's Centre01332 342647

PEEP for Twos 1-3, THUWest End Children's Centre01332 342647

Playgroup 9.15-11.15, 1-3 MONWest End Children's Centre01332 342647

Quarndon Toddlers 9.30-11.30, FRISt. Paul's Church Hall Quarndon

Rascals and Angels 1.45-3, TUESt John's Methodist Church, Park Farm Allestree

Ready Teddies 1.15-3.15, MONUnited Reform Church, Alfreton Road Little Eaton

Soft Play 9.30-12 MON,WED,FRIMickleover Royal British Legion Mickleover

Spondon under 5's 9.30-11.15,9.30-11.15, THUSpondon Village Hall, Sitwell Street Spondon

SpringtotsSpringwood Leisure Centre01332 664433

Squeels on Wheels 1.45-3, THUSt Mary's Church Hall, Barrett Street Alvaston

St Andrew's Pre-school 9-11, MON-FRI,12.15-3.15,MON/TUE/THU

St Andrews Church, Blagreaves Lane Littleover

St Ed's Parent & Toddler 12.30-3, FRISt Edmund's Church Hall, Kingscroft Allestree

St Nicks Chicks 2-3, FRISt Nicholas Church Hall, Allestree Lane Allestree

St Nicks Toddler Group 1.15 -3, WEDSt Nicholas Church Hall, Allestree Lane Allestree

Stay and Play 9.00 -11.30, 1-3,FRIWest End Children's Centre, Nuns Street Derby

Stay and Play 9.15-11.15, THUKilburn Village Hall, Church Street Kilburn


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Tadpoles (4years) 11.45-12.30, SATDeda, Chapel Street Derby

Time Out 10-11.30, WEDBelper Community Centre, Bridge Street Belper

Toddler Group 10-11.30, TUEAshbourne Road Methodist Church, Ashbourne Road Derby

Toddler Group 1.30-3,THUBrackensdale School Mackworth

Toddler Group 10-12, FRIDerby City Church, Curzon Street Derby

Toddler Group 1.30-3, MON, THUSt Michael's Church Hall, Elvaston Lane Alvaston

Toddler Group for visually impaired 10-12, MONBoulton Lane Baptist Church, Boulton Lane Alvaston

Toddler Sessions DAILYChucklebutties Belper

Toddler Sessions DAILYNoah and Nellies, Ascot Drive, Derby

Toddler Sessions DAILYPlanet Happy, Heage Road Industrial Road, Ripley

Toddler Sessions DAILYTubby Bears, Derby

Tots Club 10-12,TUESt John's Methodist Church, Park Farm, Allestree

Tuesday Tots 10-12, TUECentral United Reform Church, Becketwell Lane, Derby

Tiny Talk Baby Sign Language Classes 10-11, MONOakwood Community Centre, Springwood Drive Oakwood

Tiny Talk Baby Sign Language 11.30-12.30, MONClassesOakwood Community Centre, Springwood Drive Oakwood

Tiny Talk Baby Sign Language Classes 10-11, FRISt Nicholas Church Hall Allestree

Tiny Talk Baby Sign Language 11.30-12.30, FRIClassesSt Nicholas Church Hall Allestree

Tiny Talk Baby Sign Language 1-2, TUEClassesSt Michael's Church Hall Alvaston

Tiny Talk Toddlers 9.30 - 10.30 - WED St John's Church Hall, Long EatonCollege Street (Corner of Canal Street, NG10 4GA)

Toddler Signing 14.15 - 15.15, TUESt Michaels Hall, AlvastonElvaston Lane, DE24 OPX

MUSIC, DANCE AND SINGING

Boogie Woogie Babes 1.30-2.30,MONWillington Village Hall Willington

Jo Jingles (0-2 yrs) 9.45-10.30, WEDPower League, Pride Park Derby

Jo Jingles (1yrs-2yrs) 9.45-10.30, FRIOakwood Community Centre, Springwood Drive Oakwood

Jo Jingles (2-3 yrs) 10.45-11.30, WEDPower League, Pride Park, Derby

Jo Jingles (2yrs-3yrs) 10-45-11.30, FRIOakwood Community Centre, Springwood Drive, Oakwood

BABY MASSAGE AND YOGA

Baby Massage (Mickleover) 1-2, THUMickleover Community Centre01332 746963

Kilburn Osteopaths 01332 780580Helping your little ones feel great with Cranial Osteopathy.Free treatment for mums when you bring baby in forCranial Osteopathy.www.kilburnosteopaths.co.uk

Baby Massage 10-11, TUEWest End Children's Centre01332 342647

BABY SIGNING AND LANGUAGE

Baby Signing 10.45 - 11.45- WEDSt John's Church Hall, Long EatonCollege Street (Corner of Canal Street, NG10 4GA)

Baby Signing 12.00 - 13.00 - WEDSt John's Church Hall, Long EatonCollege Street (Corner of Canal Street, NG10 4GA)

Baby Signing 13.00 - 14.00 - TUESt Michaels Hall, AlvastonElvaston Lane, DE24 OPX

Baby Signing 15.30 - 16.30, TUESt Michaels Hall, AlvastonElvaston Lane, DE24 OPX

Derby Signing Families 12.30 -3,TUEWest End Children's Centre01332 342647

Signing Families 12.24-2.45, TUECentral Community Nursery, Nuns Street Derby

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Mini Movers (2-4yrs) 9.30-10.15, FRIDeda, Chapel Street, Derby

Mini Movers (2-4yrs) 10.30-11-15, FRIDeda, Chapel Street Derby

Movers & Shakers 1.30-2.20, THUKingsmead Clinic, Kedleston Street Derby

Tindles Ballet & Tap 2-3,3.45-4.45, MONCongerstone Village Hall Congerstone

Tiny Tots Dance 8.45- 9.30, SATSt Matthews Church Hall Darley Abbey

Twistin' Tots 2-3, TUEBelper Community Hall, Bridge Street Belper

Twistin' Tots 11.15-12.15, FRI Belper Community Hall, Campbell Street Belper

Twistin' Tots 9.45-10.45, FRIMasonic Hall, Campbell Street Belper

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES

Baby Swimming lessonsWe will show you how to introduce your baby to waterwww.vickysswimschool.co.uk07876 212408

Buggy BabesThe Ultimate Fitness class for mums! Darley Abbey07968 378227

Derby City Gymnastics (under 3 yrs) 1-1.45, TUEDerby City Gymnastics & Sports Centre, Chapel Street Derby

Little Dippers, Baby SwimmingWeekend workshops availablewww.littledippers.co.uk07886 592804

Little Ninja Classes VariousJon Jepson Black Belt Academy01283 500202

Parent & Toddler Splash Sessions 10-15-11.15, THUWoodlands Community School, Allestree01332 551921

Pre-school Gymnastics TUESDerby Gymnastics and Sports Centre, Chapel Street01332 200011

Splish Splash Swim School07725 038229

Toddler Keep Fit 9.30-10.30, WEDThe Gateway Centre, Grandstand Road Derby

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Fleet Arts Parent & Toddler 10.30-12, THUFleets Arts Centre, The Fleet Belper

Messy Play 1-3,TUEBrackensdale School Mackworth

Messy Play 10-11.30, TUESt Paul's Church Chester Green

Messy Tots 10-11, TUESt Stephen's Church, 331 Sinfin Lane Sinfin

Splodgers Messy PlayFleets Arts Centrewww.splodgers.co.uk0845 643 2606

Splodgers Messy Play (18m-5yrs) 9.45-10.45, WEDFleets Arts Centre, The Fleet Belper

Splodgers Messy Play (18m-5yrs) 9.45-10.45, FRIFleets Arts Centre, The Fleet Belper

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Splodgers Messy Play (18m-5yrs) 1.30-2.30,FRIFleets Arts Centre, The Fleet Belper

Tiny Splodgers (9m-18m) 11-12, WEDFleets Arts Centre, The Fleet Belper

Tiny Splodgers (9m-18m) 11-12, FRIFleets Arts Centre, The Fleet Belper

LIBRARY STORY TIME

Library Story Time 2.30-3,TUEAllestree Library, Park Farm Allestree

Library Story Time 2.30-3, MONAlvaston Library Alvaston

Library Story Time 10.30-11,TUEBlagreaves Library

Library Story Time 10.30-11, MON,THUCentral Library Derby

Library Story Time 2-2.30, SATCentral Library Derby

Library Story Time 2.15-2.45, TUEChaddesden Library Chaddesden

Library Story Time 11-11.30, MON, FRIMickleover Library Mickleover

Library Story Time 2.30-3, MON, SATSinfin Library Sinfin

Library Story Time 11-11.30, TUE & 2-2.30, SATSpondon Library Spondon

Library Story Time 2.30-3, THU, SATSpringwood Library Springwood

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Kids Club 2000, Chaddesden 01332 673520

La Petite Academy, Littleover 01332 774413

Leapfrog Day Nursery, Oakwood 01332 544321

Little Acorns, Thornhill Road 01332 346088

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE

School’s Out Club, 01332 737947Allestree & Kilburn or 07984 908836Childcare for 3 - 14 year oldswww.allestreeschoolsoutclub.com

Carlton Private Day Nursery, Sinfin 01332 716381

Castle Nursery School, 01332 716381Copeland Street

Central Community 01332 342647Nursery School

Cottage Kids Club, Mickleover 01332 346500

Cottage Private Nursery, 01332 515100Mickleover

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Ace Nursery, Grange Avenue 01332 774255

School’s Out Club, 01332 737947Allestree & Kilburn or 07984 908836Huge range of activities available everydaywww.allestreeschoolsoutclub.co.uk

Bishop Lonsdale C of E Primary 01332 344795School, St Albans Rd

Carlton Private Day Nursery, 01332 366223Maxwell Avenue

Castle Nursery School, 01332 766636Copeland Street

Cottage Private Day Nursery, 01332 346500Bedford Street

Discovery Day Nursery, 01332 749052Uttoxeter New Road

First Friends Holiday Club, 01332 677660Oakwood

First Friends Out of School 01332 673823Holiday Club, Chaddesden

Happy Days Nursery, Etwall 01283 732009

Jack N Jill Nursery, Green Lane 01332 382364

Kid Zone, Belper 07738 353094

Kids Club 2000, Chaddesden 01332 673520

Kingfisher Day Nursery 01332 669686Holiday Club, Spondon

La Petite Academy, Littleover 01332 774413

Little Scholars Out of School 01332 760369Club, Littleover

Lord Street Community 01332 349363Nursery School

Mary Poppins Day Nursery, 01332 510808Mickleover

N J's Nursery 07854 167213

Oaktree Day Nursery, Chaddesden 01332 674326

Orchard Garden Private Day 01332 370497Nursery, Derby

Play & Learn, Derby 01332 204484

Silvertrees Day Nursery, 01332 366663Asbourne Road

Sringwood Playscheme, Oakwood 01332 664433

St. Edmunds Holiday Club 07855 495944

The Activity Club, Hilton 01283 701656

The Den@St. Mary's 01332 557476We provide childcare for children aged 3 -14 years old

Treetops Private Day Nursery 01332 281978Oakwood

Woodlands Private Day Nursery 01332 346878www.thewoodlandsnursery.co.uk

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Leapfrog Day Nursery, Littleover 01332 518888

Leapfrog Day Nursery, Oakwood 01332 544321

Little Acorns Nursery, 01332 346088Thornhill Road

Little Jack Horner's Day 01283 734030Nursery, Etwall

Mary Poppins Day 01332 510808Nursery, Mickleover

Oaktree Day Nursery, 01332 674326Chaddesden

Orchard Garden Private 01332 370497Day Nursery, Green Lane

Play & Learn, Carlton Road 01332 204484

Silvertrees Day Nursery, 01332 366663Asbourne Road

The Activity Club, Hilton 01283 701656

The Den @ St. Mary's, 01332 557476Darley AbbeyWe offer a varied program of enjoyable activities and outings

Treetops Private Day Nursery, 01332 281978Oakwood

White House Children's Nursery, 01332 666414Spondon

Woodlands Private Day Nursery 01332 346876www.thewoodlandsnursery.co.uk

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With some of their best comedy routinesperformed live and some very special filmsegments this promises to be a show notto be missed! With full supportingartists and questions to Paul and Barryfrom you the audience. Get yourquestions in early so as not todisappoint!

Don’t miss this special day. Tickets arepriced at £12.50 each and there is a BSLSign Interpreted performance at 5pm.

SNOW WHITE ON ICEAssembly Rooms – Great HallTue 13 – Sat 17 Apr, 7.30pmWed & Sat matinees 2.30pm, Sun 18 Apr, 2.30pm

The world famousRussian Ice Stars willtake you on amagical journey tothe heart of thebest loved fairy taleof all time, Snow White, on ice. Theoriginal story of an enchanted mirror, abeautiful girl, the ultimate PrinceCharming and a shiny red apple comes

Derby LIVE Youth Theatre ALADY WITH A LAMPby Peter RobertsDerby Theatre, Wed 7 – Sat 10 Apr

Following last year’ssell-out productionof Nicholas Nickleby,Derby LIVE YouthTheatre make atriumphant returnwith A Lady with aLamp.

A group of scouts and guides are on atrip to their local museum. As they gazeup at Florence’s picture, wondering whothe lady with the lamp really was,something strange begins to happen…

At times funny and at others verymoving, A Lady with a Lamp gives arare insight into the life of Derbyshire’smost famous woman.

Tickets from £8

An Audience WithTHE CHUCKLEBROTHERSAssembly Rooms – Great HallFri 9 Apr, 2pm and 5pm

To me, to you, to Derby LIVE AssemblyRooms we go – to see every youngperson’s favourite moustachioedcomedy duo, The Chuckle Brothers.

to life on ice, with ballet, gymnastics andaerial aerobatics to create a breathtakingand mesmerising experience.

Tickets: £15 - £25, concessions £3 off Tue- Thu & Sat and Sun matinee, under 16s£15, Over 60s Wed & Sun matinee £15

JOSEPH AND THEAMAZINGTECHNICOLORDREAMCOATAssembly Rooms – Great HallMon 7 – Sat 12 JunMon – Thu, 7.30pm, matinees Tue – Thu 1.30pm, Fri 5pm 8pm, Sat 2pm, 5pm, 8pm

“JOSEPH RETURNS IN ALLITS GLORY” Daily Mail

Having enjoyedsensational reviews, BillKenwright’s “Amazing”,“Superb”, “Wonderful” and

“Brilliant” production of Tim Rice andAndrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling familymusical continues to enjoy huge successacross the country with standingovations at every performance.

Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat ofmany colours, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Any Dream Will Do, Close Every Door ToMe and One More Angel.

“A SUPERB PIECE OF ENTERTAINMENT. I WAS THRILLED”Daily Mirror

Tickets: £16.50 - £26.50, concessionsavailable

‘IT EXPLODES LIKE GLITTERING FIREWORKS.

BRILLIANT!’ THE SUNDAY TIMES

BILL KENWRIGHT

BY ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP PRESENTS

MUSIC BY

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBERLYRICS BY

TIM RICE

‘WITH HIS CHARM, GOOD LOOKS AND POP STAR VOICE, ANY DREAM’S

CRAIG CHALMERS IS A DREAM JOSEPH’

EVENING TIMES

TUESDAY 15 DEC 2009 - SUNDAY 3 JAN 2010

To reserve tickets for ANY Derby LIVE production simply call the Box Office on 01332 255800 or visit www.derbylive.co.uk


what’s onSPRING/SUMMER 2010Assembly Rooms • Derby Theatre • Guildhall Theatre Derby LIVE

BOX OFFICE: 01332 255800www.derbylive.co.ukDerby LIVE

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AN AUDIENCE WITH THECHUCKLE BROTHERSFri 9 Apr£12.50

SNOW WHITE ON ICETue 13 - Sun 18 Apr£15 - £25, under 16s £12 -£15

HOW THE KOALA LEARNT TOHUGSun 16 May£5

SHOW ME CHRIS & PUISun 13 Jun£9, Family Ticket £32

NODDY IN TOYLANDTue 1 & Wed 2 Jun£12, Family Ticket £40

POSTMAN PAT: A VERY ROYALMISSIONTue 27 Jul£12, under 16s £10

THE LITTLE BIG CLUBMon 25 & Tue 26 Oct£13, under 16s £11, FamilyTicket £44

LOOKING FOR THE RAINBOWThu 3 Jun£5

FUNNY BONESFri 2 Jul £6

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Every Saturday 15.30Every Sunday 13.30The QuadCinema, Gallery, Café Bar & Workshop. Cine kids screenings.01332 290606www.derbyquad.co.uk

MARCH - APR

Tue 30 Mar 10.00 - 16.00Own a Pony DayBarleyfields Equestrian Centre, Etwall. Come and have some fun,two riding session, pony care, quiz and rosettes. £40 per day.01283 734798

Thur 1 Apr 20.00Déda (Earthfall)Gig, Theatre, £10/£8

Fri 2 & Sat 3 Apr 14.00 16.00Alice in wonderlandDerby Theatre01332 255800

Fri 2 - Sun 11 Apr Easter EggstravaganzaChatsworth House01246 582204

Fri 2 - Mon 5 Apr 10.00 - 17.00Easter Family Fun TrailBolsover Castle01246 822844

Fri 2 & Sat 3 Apr 11.00 - 16.00Easter FundaysHardwick Estate, Hardwick Hall, Doe Lea, Chesterfield,Derbyshire01246 858400 / 07765 404354

Fri 2 - Sun 4 Apr 11.30 - 15.30Easter TrailCalke Abbey01332 863822Ticknall, Derby

Fri 2 Apr 11.00 - 16.00Egg Decorating and Easter CraftsPlanet Happy, Ripley01773 748600

Fri 2 Apr 13.00 - 15.30Egg HuntDerby Museum & Art Gallery. The Strand, Derby01332 641901

Fri 2 - Fri 16 Apr Kids Fun Activity DaysSwadlincote Ski and Snowboard CentreSir Herbert Wragg Way, Swadlincote, Derbyshire

Sat 3 Apr 20.00Déda (Deda/De Ville Dolls)Hurly Burly, Theatre, £12

Sat 3, Sun 4 & Mon 5 Apr 11.00 - 15.00Bluebells Easter trailBluebells, Spondon. Easter trail around the farm (wellies andwarm clothes essential!) May not be sutable for pushchairs! £3per childwww.bluebelldairy.co.uk

Sat 3 & Sun 4 Apr 10.30 - 17.00Grand Easter Egg HuntGulliver's. Temple Walk, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire01629 580540

Sun 4 Apr 14.00Déda (Moby Duck)Once Upon a Tiger, Theatre, £6


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Mon 5 & 12 Apr 16.00 -17.00SplashoutFloats, rafts and toys in the pool, Moorways. No need to book.FREE with a Swim4life card

Mon 5 Apr - Fri 16 Apr 09.30 - 14.45Family SwimMoorways Swimming Pool, for adults and children under 8.No need to book, free with a Swim4Life card

Mon 5 Apr - Fri 16 Apr 10.00 - 12.15Intensive Learn to Swim BeginnersMoorways Swimming Pool, 5 day course, 30 minute session.Please book in advance01332 341736

Mon 5 Apr - Fri 16 Apr 09.30 - 10.30Intensive Learn to Swim - DucklingsMoorways Swimming Pool, 5 day course, 30 minute session.Please book in advance. - 4 years old

Sun 4 & Mon 5 Apr Easter 1940's WeekendCrich Tramway Village. Crich, Derbyshire01773 854321

Mon 5 Apr 14.00 Easter Egg HuntPlanet Happy, Ripley01773 748600

Mon 5 Apr - Fri 16 Apr daily(excluding Bank Holiday Monday) 09.30 - 15.00b-active Xperience.Sports, fun and games, Springwood Leisure Centre, Oakwood.5 to 15 year olds. £12.10 a day, £10.90 a day Junior Passport,(£9.70 Junior Recreation Passport.) Please book in advance.01332 664433

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Tue 6, Wed 7 & Thu 8 Apr 09.00 - 14.00Sports ActivitiesMackworth Estate Community Association, Derby CollegeSport Centre, 8 - 14 years old. Please book in advance. £1 persession01332 520371

Tue 6, Wed 7 & Thu 8 Apr 16.00 - 16.45Intensive Learn to Swim - ImproversMoorways Swimming Pool, For children at stage 5, 6 & 7, 3 daycourse, 45 minute sessions01332 341736

Tue 6 Apr 13.00-14.00Baby Signing St Michaels Hall, Alvaston07739 551018

Tue 6 Apr 14.30 -15.30Toddler SigningSt Michaels Hall, Alvaston07739 551018

Tue 6, Thu 8, Tue 13 & Thu 15 Apr 16.45 - 17.30SnorkellingMoorways Swimming Pool, children must be confidentswimmers. Please book in advance01332 341736

Wed 7 & Thu 8 Apr 16.15 - 16.45Fun in the water with a motorised propellerQueens Leisure Centre, children must be confident swimmers.Please book in advance

Wed 7 Apr 10.00 - 16.00Own a Pony DayBarleyfields Equestrian Centre, Etwall. Come and have some fun,two riding session, pony care, quiz and rosettes. £40 per day01283 734798

Tue 6, Thu 8 & Fri 9, Tue 13, Thu 15 & Fri 16 Apr14.45 -16.00SplashoutFloats, rafts and toys in the pool, Moorways. No need to book.FREE with a Swim4life card

Tue 6 - Fri 9 Apr 11.00 - 12 noonSplashoutFloats, rafts and toys in the pool, Queens Leisure Centre. Noneed to book. FREE with a Swim4life card

Tue 6 - Fri 9 & Mon 12 - Fri 16 Apr 13.45 - 14.45Inflatable FunQueens Leisure Centre, Children must be confidentswimmers. Please book in advance01332 641444

Mon 5 Apr Easter Food FayreDenby Pottery Visitor Centre. Denby, Derbyshire01773 740799

Mon 5 Apr 11.00 - 15.00Easter Treasure TrailMarkeaton Park. Derby, Derbyshire

Tue 6 - Fri 9 AprIntensive learn to Swim (over 4 years old)Queens Leisure Centre. Please book in advance, 5 day course,30 minute sessions01332 641444

Tue 6 & Thu 8 Apr 17.30 - 18.00Fun in the water with a motorised propellerMoorways Swimming Pool, Children must be confidentswimmers. Plese book in advance01332 341736

Tue 6, Wed 7 & Thu 8 Apr 09.30 - 10.00Fun in the water with a motorised propellerQueens Leisure Centre, children must be confident swimmers.Please book in advance


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Wed 12 Apr 13.15 - 14.45 - 4, 5, and 6 year oldsPre-School GymnasticsPre-school gymnastics, Spingwood Leisure Centre - Pleasebook in advance01332 664433

Tue 6 - Sat 10 Apr 10.00 to 16.30Easter Egg HuntCarsington Water Visitor Centre. Carsington Water, Carsington,Ashbourne, Derbyshire01629 540696

Fri 9 Apr 20.00Déda (Jazz at CUBE)Compassionate Dictatorship, CUBE, £10

Fri 9 Apr 14.00 17.00The Chuckle BrothersAssembly Rooms. Market Place, Derby01332 255800

Wed 7 Apr 9.45 - 9 months to 3 years Springtots 10.45 - 3 and 5 years oldPre-school gymnastics, Spingwood Leisure Centre - Pleasebook in advance01332 664433

Wed 7 Apr 13.15 - 14.45 - 4, 5, and 6 year oldsPre-School GymnasticsPre-school gymnastics, Spingwood Leisure Centre - Pleasebook in advance01332 664433

Wed 7 Apr 09.30 - 10.30Baby Signing St John's Hall, Long Eaton07739 551018

Wed 7 Apr 11.00 - 12.00Toddler SigningSt John's Hall, Long Eaton07739 551018

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Tue 13 Apr Baby Signing 13.00 - 14.00Toddler Signing 14.15 - 15.15Baby Signing 15.30 - 16.30St Michaels Hall, Alvaston07739 551018

Wed 14 Apr 9.45 - 9 months to 3 years. 10.45 - 3, 4 and 5 years old

SpringtotsPre-school gymnastics, Spingwood Leisure Centre - Pleasebook in advance01332 664433

Wed 14 Apr Tiny Talk Toddlers 09.30 - 10.30Baby Signing 10.45 - 11.45Baby Signing 12.00 - 13.00St John's Hall, Long Eaton07739 551018

Fri 16 & Sat 17 Apr 19.30Déda (Akram Khan Company)Bahok, Derby Theatre, £20/£15 under 16

Fri 23 AprSt George's DayKnights and Dragons at Bluebells Dairy, Spondon, see websitefor more detailswww.bluebellsdairy.co.uk

Sun 25 Apr 09.15 - 16.00Parent & Child Rock-climbing & Abseiling DayPeak District Mining Museum. The Pavilion, Matlock Bath,Matlock, Derbyshire01629 583388

Fri 30 Apr 20.00Déda (Absolute Salsa)Absolute Salsa Party, CUBE, £8/£7 after 9

Sun 11 Apr Derby 10k and Fun Run City Centre, Derby01332 287 027

Mon 12 - Fr 16 Apr 10.30 - 12 noonSplashoutFloats, rafts and toys in the pool, Queens Leisure Centre. Noneed to book. FREE with a Swim4life card

Mon 12 , Tue 13, Thur 15 & Fr i16 9.30 - 10.00Fun in the water with a motorised propellerQueens Leisure Centre, children must be confident swimmers.Please book in advance01332 641444

Mon 12 - Fri 16 Apr Intensive learn to Swim (over 4 years old)Queens Leisure Centre. Please book in advance, 5 day course,30 minute sessions01332 641444

Tue 13 & Thu 15 Apr 17.30 - 18.00Fun in the water with a motorised propellerMoorways Swimming Pool, Children must be confidentswimmers. Plese book in advance01332 341736

Tue 13, Wed 14 & Thu 15 Apr 16.00 - 16.45Intensive Learn to Swim - ImproversMoorways Swimming Pool, For children at stage 5, 6 & 7, 3 daycourse, 45 minute sessions01332 341736

Tue 13 & Wed 14 Apr 16.15 - 16.45Fun in the water with a motorised propellerQueens Leisure Centre, children must be confident swimmers.Please book in advance01332 641444

Tue 13, Wed 14 & Thu 15 Apr 09.00 - 14.00Sports ActivitiesMackworth Estate Community Association, Derby College SportCentre, 8 - 14 years old. Please book in advance. £1 per session01332 520371


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Thu 6 May 20.00Déda (Northern School of Contemporary DanceVerve 2010, Theatre, £10/£8

Fri 7 MayBluebell WalkBluebells Dairy, Spondon . See website for more detailswww.bluebellsdairy.co.uk

Sat 8 May 09.15 - 16.00Parent & Child Rock-Climbing & Abseiling DayBuxton. Derbyshire, Buxton, Derbyshire01629 583388

Sun 9 May Race For Life, Darley Park, Duffield Road, Derby01332 293111

Fri 14 May 20.00Déda (Darren Johnston/Array)Electronica, Theatre, £10

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Sat 1 May 13.00 & 16.00The Bubble Pops PartyDerby Assembly Rooms01332 255800

Sat 1 May 17.00 - 20.00Popstar the MusicalDerby Theatre. Theatre Walk, Westfield Centre, Derby01332 255800

Mon 3 MaySpring FestivalBluebells Dairy, Spondon - a celebration of Springtime foodand customs, incorporating national bee week, see websitefor more detailswww.bluebellsdairy.co.uk

cool activities for everyone5 to16 April

1 May to 4 June

there’s lots to do during school holidays, go towww.bactivederby.comor ask at Sports Centre

Moorways Sports Centre Tel: 01332 642180

Moorways Swimming Pool Tel: 01332 341736

Queen’s Leisure Centre Tel: 01332 641444

Springwood Leisure Centre Tel: 01332 664433

Shaftesbury Sports Centre Tel: 01332 255603

Derby College Sports Centre Tel: 01332 520371

b-active Goes Green Tel: 01332 641234

Minicom: 01332 256666

Activities taking place at Sport Centres

•b-active Xperience,9am to 3pm activities,Monday to Friday

•Splashout fun•Sea scooters

•Intensive learnto swim

•Activity sessions•Snorkelling•Trampolining

•Karate•Sports Activities

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Fri 21 May 10.00 - 11.30There's No Place like Home Derby Museum and Art Gallery. Free, no need to book, justdrop in, suitable for 2 - 5 years old. Look around the natureGallery and learn where different animals live. Listen to storiesand make your own animal house to take home with you.Fun for all the family. There will be an outdoor climbing wall,bouncy castle, slide, gladiator game and sumo wrestling andbarbeque (weather permitting) and a licensed bar.

Sat 22 May 20.00Déda (Luna y Molina)Tango Club, CUBE, £6/£7/£10

Sat 22 May 10.00 - 17.00Derbyshire Food and Drink FairAround 100 stalls will showcase the very best in local food &drink; goods will range from meats, pickles, wines, cakes,chocolates, organic produce, cookery ware and much more.01629 538464

Fri 28 May 20.00Déda (Absolute Salsa)Absolute Salsa at CUBE, CUBE, £8/£7 after 9pm

Sat 29 - Mon 31 May 10.00 - 15.00May Bank MadnessHalf hour ski or snowboard taster lessons £5. Tobogganing £1per ride. Sno-Tubing £2 for 15 mins. Ski or Snowboard OpenPractice £5 per hour. Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre01283 217200

Mon 31 May - Fri 4 Jun 11.00 - 17.00Kids Fun Activity DaysSki or Snowboard lessons combined with 'Cresta Run'Tobogganing & Sno-Tubing. Hot lunch, certificate & badge.£25.50 per child. Ski days Mon, Wed, Fri. Board Days Tue, ThuSwadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre01283 217200

Sat 15 May 20.00Déda (Déda/Bang on the Wall Band)Ceilidh, Theatre, £7

Sat 15 & Sun 16 May Chatsworth Horse TrialsChatsworth House. Chatsworth, Bakewell, Derbyshire01246 565300

Sat 15 & Sun 16 May 08.30 - 18.30National BMX RaceAlvaston, Derby01332 641746

Sun 16 May 10.00 - 17.00Darley Abbey Adventure RaceThe second adventure challenge will be an innovative andexciting 10km adventure challenge in the World HeritageVillage of Darley Abbey, Derbyshire.

Sun 16 May 15.00Duck RaceDuffield Meadows PTFA annual Duck Race takes placeadjacent to Grays Recreation Ground, Duffield.

Sun 19 May Street Party and May FairFindern Primary School.

Thu 20 MayFamily Quiz NightFree entry. Register from 7.00 pm on the night. Great SkiCentre Prizes. Teams of up to 6 people.Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre01283 217200

Fri 21 May 20.00Déda (National Dance Network)Dance3, Theatre, £10/£8


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Wed 2 & Thu 3 JunAircraft ArtSilk Mill, Free, no need to book, just drop in. Sutiable for all.Aircraft from the Second World War were often painted andpersonlised by the men who flew them. Come down to theSilk Mill and have a go at your own aircraft art.

Sat 5 Jun 20.00Déda (Déda/De Ville Dolls)Hurly Burly, Theatre, £12

Fri 11 Jun 21.00DédaSugarshack, CUBE, £6/£3

Fri 11 Jun 10.00 - 11.30It’s a Hoot!Derby Silk Mill. Free no need to book, just drop in, suitable for

2 - 5 years old. Listen to tales about owls, spot owls in ourNature Gallery, make your own owl mask to take home

Fri 11, Sat 12 & Sun 13 Jun 20.00Déda (Writing East Midlands)Lyric Lounge

Sat 12 Jun 14.00 & 16.00Déda (Blunderbus Theatre Company)The Dragon’s Daughter, Theatre, £6

Thu 17 JunFamily Quiz Night.Free entry. Register from 7.00 pm on the night. Great Ski Centre Prizes. Teams of up to 6 people.Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre01283 217200

Sat 26 Jun 20.00Déda (New Art Club)This is Now, Theatre, £10/£8

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Tue 6 - Fri 9 Apr 08.30 - 15.30Derby County in the CommunityPower League, Pride Park. Reception to year 6£13.50 per day, £40.50 all 4

Tue 6 - Fri 9 Apr 08.30 - 15.30Derby County in the CommunityLees Brook CSC, Morley Road Chaddesden. Reception to year 6£13.50 per day, £40.50 all 4

Tue 6 & Thu 8 Apr 08.30 - 12 noonDerby County in the CommunityPower League, Pride Park. Pre - Reception£6 per day, £10 for both

Wed 7 Apr 08.30 - 15.30Derby County in the CommunityShot Stoppers -Power League, Pride Park. Reception to year 6£13.50

Tue 6 & Wed 7 Apr 08.30 - 15.30Derby County in the CommunityMickleover County Park Social Club, Reception to year 6£12.50 per day or £20 for both

Mon 12 - Fri 16 Apr 08.30 - 15.30Derby County in the CommunityPower League, Pride Park. Reception to year 6£13.50 per day, or £54 for all five

Mon 12 - Fri 16 Apr 08.30 - 15.30Derby County in the CommunityLees Brook CSC, Morley Road Chaddesden. Reception to year 6£13.50 per day, or £54 for all five

Tue 13 & Thu 15 Apr 08.30 - 12 noonDerby County in the CommunityPower League, Pride Park. Pre - Reception£6 per day, £10 for both

Wed 14th Apr 08.30 - 15.30Derby County in the CommunityShot Stoppers -Power League, Pride Park. Reception to year 6£13.50

Wed 7 Apr 10.00 - 16.00BarleyFields Equestrian, Etwall. Own a Pony Day. £40 per day01283 734798www.barleyfields.com

Tue 6 - Fri 16 Apr 09.00 - 15.00b-active XperienceSpringwood Leisure Centre, Sports, fun and games, 5 -15 yearolds. £12.10 a day, £10.90 a day with junior passport, £9.70 aday with Junior Recreation passport01332 664433

First Grade Coaching Check website for detailsDaily Sports Activities, Woodlands School Allestree01332 875466www.firstgradecoaching.co.uk

Wed 7 Apr 09.00 - 16.00A Little PizzazzDerby City Gymnastic Club, Chapel Street. Gymnastics,trampolining, learn the routine, martial arts, Break Dance, HipHop Dance. Ages 5 -16. Boys and girls welcome - Workshop Day£25.00

Thu 8, Fri 9, Thu 15 & Fri 16 Apr 09.00 - 16.00A Little PizzazzDerby City Gymnastic Club, Chapel Street. Gymnastics,trampolining, learn the routine, martial arts, Break Dance, HipHop Dance. Ages 5 -16. Boys and girls welcome. Breakfast clubavailable from 8.00 am £22.50 per day or £80 for all 4 days


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The Activity Sessions at SpringwoodLeisure Centre are one hour sessions thatensure your child has an activeafternoon. The sessions are open tochildren from 3 to 6-years-old with twoage groups available.

Springtots teaches toddlers and childrenpre-school gymnastics, encouragingchildren to be active and developfundamental skills for life. Sessions are heldat Springwood Leisure Centre. Twosessions are available for 9-months to 3-year-olds and 3- to 5-year-olds.

Mackworth Estate CommunityAssociation (MECA) are putting onsports activities at Derby College SportsCentre over the holidays for 8- to-14year-olds.These cost just £1 each sessionand are available Tuesday to Thursday,9am to 2pm.

The b-active goes green team arevisiting parks across the city providing FREEactivities this half term. Activities includegrass boarding, den building, team games,bug hunts, nature walks, cycling and lotsmore. Visit www.derby.gov.uk/goesgreenfor more information.

Derby City Council’s sports centres andthe b-active goes green team have a funfilled programme of events and activitiesfor children to take part in.

The Easter programme is jam packedwith activities for children and youngpeople to get involved in to keepboredom at bay, helping them stay fitand healthy. What’s more, they’reavailable across the city and suit a widerange of ages and abilities meaningthere’s always something to suit you andyour child.

Why not take part in an activity at one ofour centres while your child is trying outa new experience? What better excuseto give yourself a bit of ‘you-time’?

What’s on during theEaster holidays?

b-active Xperience takes place atSpringwood Leisure Centre, Monday toFriday, 9am to 3pm. It’s suitable for 5- to15-year-olds and has a wide range ofsports, fun and games for children to getinvolved in.

Come and make a SPLASH at MoorwaysSwimming Pool and Queen’s LeisureCentre. Both pools are putting on anumber of extra sessions this half term,including Inflatable Fun for over 8s,Splashout sessions for under 8s, and FamilySwimming sessions. If you are under 16 orover 60, you can use your Swim4Life cardto swim for FREE in these sessions. Formore information on free swimming visitwww.derby.gov.uk/freeswimming.

Why not improve your swim techniquesin our week long intense Learn toSwim courses or try something differentin our new water activities. These includeSea Scooters, which is a motorisedpropeller and snorkelling sessions.

For more information visitwww.bactivederby.gov.uktelephone your local leisure centreor call 01332 641234, Minicom01332 256666.

Come and b-active this

Allestree Parkwww.friendsofallestreepark.or.uk

Alter Rock Climbing Centre, Derby 01332 367200www.alter-rock.co.uk

Alton Towers & Cariba 08705 204060Creek Waterparkwww.altontowers.com

Attenborough Nature Reserve 0115 972 177Access to the reserve, 7am- duskwww.attenboroughnaturecentre.co.uk

Bakewell Old House Museum 01629 813642www.oldhousemuseum.org.uk

Beehive Woodland Lakes 01283 763981www.beehivefarm-woodlandlakes.co.uk

Blue John Cavern, Castleton 01433 620638www.bluejohn-cavern.co.uk

Bluebells Farm Shop & Tea Rooms 01332 673924www.bluebelldairy.co.uk

Bolsover Castle 01246 822844www.english-heritage.org.uk

Bryers Heritage Farm, 01332 343689Markeaton Lane, DerbyTea rooms, farm shop, open farm. Open 7 days a week 8.00 - 5.00 pm

Calke Abbey and Park, Ticknall 01332 863822www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke

Carsington Water 01629 540696Adventure playground, cycling, wildlife, water sports

Chatsworth Farmyard & 01246 565300Adventure Playgroundwww.chatsworth.org

Chucklebutties, Belper 01773 880123Indoor soft play centrewww.chucklebutties.co.uk

City of Caves, Nottingham 0115 988 1955www.cityofcaves.com

Conkers, Ashby-de-la-Zouch 01283 216633www.visitconkers.com

Creswell Crags, Worksop 01909 720378www.creswell-crags.org.uk

Crich Tramway Village, Crich 01773 854321www.tramway.co.uk

Denby Visitor Centre & Shops 01773 740799www.denbyvisitorcentre.co.uk

Derby Arboretumwww.derbyarboretum.co.uk

Derby Garden Centre 01332 831666

Derby Industrial Museum, 01332 255308Silk Mill Lane

Derby Museum and Art Gallery, 01332 716659The Strand

Derby Soccerdome 01332 866410

DH Lawrence Birthplace Museum, 01773 717353Eastwood

Dovedale Have a picnic, enjoy a walk, paddle in the river!

Elvaston Castle Country Park 01332 571342Park open daily, dawn -dusk

Erewash Museum 0115 907 1141www.erewashmuseum.co.uk

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Kedleston Hall 01332 842191www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kedleston

Lanes Garden Centre and 0115 939 7128Open FarmBreaston Lane, Risley

Magna Science Adventure Centre 01709 720002www.visitmagna.co.uk

Maize Maze 01283 533933www.nationalforestmaze.co.uk

Making It! Mansfield 01623 473297Hands on activitieswww.makingit.org.uk

Matlock Bath Aquarium 01629 583624& Exhibitions

Eyam Museum 01433 631371www.eyam.org

Fabulous Places 07969 540860If you're looking for somewhere extra special in Derbyshirewww.fabulousplaces.co.uk

Farmcraft Rare Breed Centre 01335 300059

Riddings Park Farm, Ashbournewww.farmcraftholidays.co.uk

Foremark Reservoir 01332 865081Reservoir, nature reserve and play areas

Freddy's Play Kingdom 01332 662322

Freshfields Donkey Village 01298 79775www.donkey-village.org.uk

Go Ape, Buxton 0845 623 2039www.goape.co.uk

Grand Prix Circuit-Donnington Park 01332 810048www.donnington-park.co.uk

Gullivers Kingdom, Matlock Bath 01925 444888www.gulliversfun.co.uk

Haddon Hall 01629 812855www.haddonhall.co.uk

Hardwick Hall, Doe Lea 01246 850430www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Hickory Dickory's Playhouse 01332 346699

Highfields Farm, Etwall 01283 730980A great family day out. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5.00pmwww.highfieldshappyhens.co.uk

Jangala Soft Play 01283 736199www.jangala.org

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Peak Rail, Matlock Station, Matlock 01629 580381

Peregrine Falcons at 01332 641901Derby CathedralSee them from Cathedral Green (a public open space)www.derby.gov.uk/peregrines

Peveril Castle, Castleton 01433 620613

Pickford's House Museum 01332 255363

Planet Happy 01773 748600Check out website for daily activitieswww.planethappy.info

Planters Garden Centre, 01283 703355Burton-on-Trentwww.bretbynurseries.co.uk

Pooles Cavern,Buxton 01298 26978www.poolescavern.co.uk

Quasar and Tenpin 08715 501010Forestors Leisure Park

Red House Stables & 01629 733583Carriage MuseumDarley Dale

Rosliston Forestry Centre 01283 563483National forest site with loads of facilities for childrenwww.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk

Royal Crown Derby Visitors Centre 01332 712833www.royalcrownderby.co.uk

Sharpe's Pottery Museum 01283 222600www.sharpes.org.uk

Sherwood Forest Fun Park, 01623 823536NottinghamSmall static fairground with dodgems, slippery slide etcwww.sherwoodforestfunpark.com

Matlock Farm Park, near Matlock 01246 590200www.matlockfarmpark.co.uk

Melbourne Hall and Gardens 01332 865502www.melbournehall.com

Midland Railway, Butterley, Ripley 01773 747674www.midlandrailwaycentre.co.uk

Moira Furnace Museum, 01283 224667Swadlincotewww.moirafurnace.com

National Space Centre 0870 607 7223www.spacecentre.co.uk

National Stone Centre, 01629 824833Nr Wirksworthwww.nationalstonecentre.org.uk

NCCL Galleries of Justice, 0115 952 0555NottinghamAward winning museumwww.galleriesoustice.org.uk

Newark Air Museum, Newark 01636 707170www.newarkairmuseum.org

Noah and Nellies 01332 204292Family Entertainment Centrewww.noahandnellies.co.uk

Nottingham Castle, Nottingham 0115 915 3700www.nottinghamcity.gov

Papplewick Pumping Station 0115 963 2932938www.papplewickpumpingstation.co.uk

Peak Cavern, Buxton 01433 620285www.peakcavern.co.uk

Peak District Mining Museum 01629 583834www.peakmines.co.uk

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Shipley Country Park, Heanor 01773 919961

Snibston Discovery Centre 01530 278444www.snibston.com

Speedwell Cavern 01433 620512www.speedwellcavern.co.uk

Spheremania, Pierrepont, 0845 800 3045NottinghamBe strapped in a sphere and ride downhillwww.spheremania.co.uk

Staunton Harold Resevoir 01332 865081Watch sailing, walk, picnic and adventure playground

Strutt's North Mill, Belper 01773 880474www.belpernorthmill.org.uk

Sudbury Hall and Museum 01283 585305of Childhoodwww.nationaltrust.org.uk

Sundown Adventureland 01777 248274www.sundownadventureland.co.uk

The Heights of Abraham, 01629 582365Matlock Bathwww.heightsofabraham.com

The National Ice Centre, 0115 853 3036Nottinghamwww.national-ice-centre.com

The Play Mill, Via Gallia Mills 01629 824777www.playmill.co.uk

The Quad 01332 290606www.derbyquad.co.uk

The Sanctuary Bird and 01332 641912Wildlife ReservePark and Ride Car Park, Mon - Sat 7am - 7 pm.

The Tales of Robin Hood, 0115 915 3700Nottinghamwww.nottinghamcity.gov.uk

Tissington Hall, Tissington, 01335 352200Ashbournewww.tissingtonhall.co.uk

Toys Of Yesteryear, Peak Village 01629 732111www.toysofyesteryear.co.uk

Tubby Bears Play Den 01332 341355Exciting 3 level indoor soft play centrewww.tubbybears.co.uk

Twinlakes 01664 567777www.twinlakespark.co.uk

Twycross Zoo, Atherstone 01827 880250www.twycrosszoo.com

Water Meadows, Mansfield 01623 463880Wave machine, flume, geysers, wild water rapids. Titchfield park, Bath Street

Wheelgate Adventure Park, 01623 882773Farnsfieldwww.wonderlandpleasurepark.com.

White Post Farm 01623 882977www.whitepostfarms.co.uk

Willow Tree Family Farm, Mansfield 01623 748808

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 01629 825225www.storyofwirksworth.co.uk

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Motor Home Hire

Derby Motor Homeswww.derbymotorhomes.co.uk

Short breaks available Perfect for couples, families or groups Unlimited mileage Insurance and breakdown cover included Discover new locations every day

For all enquires callRichard on 07817 970658or Clive on 07791 037961

Luxury Holiday ApartmentTorrevieja, Costa Blanca, Spain

www.holiday2letspain.co.uk call 01332 332323 or 01332 557165

Callow Top Holiday ParkCamping & Touring Park with 250 pitches £9-£27 ptpn Buxton Road, Sandybrook, Ashbourne, DE6 2AQPopular family holiday park within walking distance ofAshbourne. Swimming pool, cycle hire, fishing. Pub servinggood food & real ale. 20 mins from Alton Towers. Manyfootpaths. Direct access to the Tissington Trail cycle routewww.callowtop.co.uk

Derby Motor Homes Richard 07817 970658Clive 07791 037961

Try something different for your next holiday. Perfect forcouples, families or groups.www.derbymotorhomes.co.uk

Ilam Park Caravan SiteTouring Park with 20 pitches £15-£17 ptpn National Trust, Ilam, Nr Ashbourne, DE6 2AZA quiet gem of a caravan site nestled in the grounds of IlamHall with stunning views towards Dovedale.www.nationaltrust.org.uk

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Longnor Wood Holiday CaravansHoliday Park with 2 units £230-£290 pupw. sleeps 2-4Longnor, Nr Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 0NGOur two holiday caravans are set in the lee of the wood and oneof them is dog friendly (upto 2 dogs). The beautiful backdropprovides a haven for the abundant wildlife and our site attractswalkers, cyclists and people who want to relax.www.longnorwood.co.uk

River View Holiday Apartment 07762 546571Holiday apartment in York available for short breaks &holidays, sleeps 4, family friendlywww.riverviewyork.co.uk

Spanish Holiday 01332 291926/557165ApartmentBrand new two bed apartment in Punta Marina. Withineasy walking distance to shops, bars & restaurants.Communal swimming pool within well maintainedgrounds.www.holiday2letspain.co.uk

Square and Compass Caravan SiteTouring Park with 26 pitches £10-£12 ptpn. Station Road,Darley Dale, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2EQ. The Square andCompass is a traditional 18th century Inn at Darley Bridge.Good food and beer is a priority. Our listed campsite has WC &shower facs across road at public house.www.thesquareandcompass.co.uk

Holiday property torent? Call Sue 07771912385

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Ailsa’s Delivery 07929 610558Ailsa Waters (Caterer) “Very good food - delivered to you.”Delicious food delights for any occassion. A wide varietyof menus, designed especially to suit you.www.ailsasdelivery.co.uk

A Lot to Swallow, Duffield 01332 841515

Abbey Hill Farm Shop, Darley Abbey 01332 557652www.abbeyhillfarmshop.co.uk

Amberside Farm Shop, Ripley 01773 512211

Anoki, London Road, Derby 01332 292888www.anoki.co.uk

Bay Tree Restaurant, Melbourne 01332 863358www.baytreerestaurant.co.uk

Bennets Coffee Shop 01332 344261www.bennettsirongate.co.uk

Bluebell Dairy, Locko Road 01332 673924

Chantry Farm Shop, Kings Newton 01332 865698

Chatsworth Farm Shop 01246 583392www.chatsworth.org

Croots Farm Shop, Duffield 01332 843032www.croots.co.uk

Crow Wood Farm Shop 01332 281296www.crowwoodfarm.co.uk

Darleys, Darley Abbey 01332 364987www.darleys.com

Derbyshire Dales Organics, 01335 370356Bradley, AshbourneSpecialising in organic, chicken, lamb and [email protected]

Derbyshire Larder, Matlock 01629 581189Established for over 10 yearswww.derbyshirelarder.com

Derbyshire Mushroom Company, 01335 370693Hulland WardSpecialist mushroom grower

Derbyshire Smokery, 01298 83595Flagg, DerbyshireAromatic and fragrant smoked goodieswww.derbyshiresmokery.co.uk

Fresh Basil, Belper 01773 828882www.freshbasil.co.uk

Graze, Friar Gate, Derby 01332 208262www.timetograze.com

Heage Windmill 01773 853579Fresh ground flour

Highfields Happy Hens, 01283 732083Farm Shop, Etwall

I Should Cocoa 01773 880181

Jack Rabbits 01332 349966Can't cook, won't cook, we'll cook50 Queen Street, Derby

Order online at www.thefreshbox.co.uk or phone us on 07807 413907

Your local fresh fruit and vegetable delivery service

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Serendipity 01332 36192015a Sadler Gate, Derby DE1 3NF. Here at Serendipity we do things a little different! All ourproducts are locally sourced. Some of the treats you canfind in store are handmade chocolates, ice-cream,cupcakes, pattiserie cakes, jams and chutneys, biscuitsand celebration cakes! Come and visit us soon!

Soul Restaurant, Green Lane, Derby 01332 346989Children always welcomewww.souldeli.com

Sound Bites 01332 291369Organic food delivery www.soundbites.org.uk

Spur 01332 381700A restaurant for the whole family! Family Friday Evenings,kids eat free!

The Butler's Pantry, Mickleover 01332 519007Tea room by day, intimate bistro by nightwww.butlerspantryderby.co.uk

The Freshbox 07807 413907Your local online greengrocer. Let us take the strain and haveyour fruit & veg deliveredwww.thefreshbox.co.uk

The Haus, The Wardwick, Derby 01332 347288www.thehaus.co.uk

The Pudding Room, Nr Ashbourne 01335 372724Homemade cakes and puddingswww.thepuddingroom.co.uk

The Red Olive Catering Co 01332 331866www.theredolive.co.uk

Willington Green Deli 01283 704304Cosy café and delicatessen, specialising in local and homecooked producewww.willingtongreendeli.co.uk

La Tasca, Friar Gate, Derby 01332 206515www.latasca.co.uk

Le Bistrot Pierre, Friar Gate, Derby 01332 370470www.lebistropierre.co.uk

Lodge Farm Shop, Foston 01332 824815www.oaklodgefarmshop.co.uk

Masa, Brook Street, Derby 01332 203345www.masarestaurantwinebar.com

Noah and Nellies 01332 204292A full range of food, including breakfast, snacks and main mealswww.noahandnellies.co.uk

Number 5 bar 01332 343250Award winning Jazz bar. Ladies night every Wednesday, 2 for 1 cocktails. Also sandwich bar & deliwww.number-five.co.uk

O-kra, Duffield 01332 841156www.okra.org.uk

Old Orleans, Pride Park 01332 386439Where kids eat free all day, everydaywww.oldorleans.com

Oliver’s Organics 01332 554890

Peak District Farm Shop, 01335 310436Nr Ashbournewww.peakdistrictfarmshop.co.uk

Pietro Italian Restaurant 01332 340299

Quad 01332 290606

Quirky Cookies and Cakes 01332 610997Amazing novelty iced biscuits, bespoke celebration cakes,muffins, cup cakes and more

Red Zebra 01332 607607

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THURSDAYS & SUNDAYS

All you can eatRibs and Wings! Only £12.95.

Terms and conditions apply.

WEDNESDAY2 for 1 burger night.

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FARMERS MARKETS

Ashbourne 3rd Saturday, each month 01629 815814

Belper 2nd Saturday, each month 01773 822116

Bakewell Last Saturday, each month 01629 815814

Heanor 3rd Saturday, each month 01773 841542

Ilkeston 4th Friday, each month 0115 907 2307

Ripley 1st Saturday, each month 01773 570222

Derby 3rd Thursday, each month 01332 255519

Matlock 3rd Saturday, each month 01629 574488

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Serves 4-6 (makes 12 pancakes) These pancakes really offer up the most divine tastesand textures to the palette, and are enough servedalone, though you may wish to seat them on a bed ofrocket. However, if you choose to use them as anaccompaniment, then they would work extremely wellalongside a simple Ribeye steak, or a tender lamb chop.

You Will Need…180g plain flour 300ml whole milk4 large eggs, beaten Generous pinch of salt170g unsalted butter, melted Grated parmesan to servePine nuts, to serve

For the filling…100g unsalted butter 4 shallots, peeled and chopped2 garlic cloves, crushed 450g mozzarella, diced750g field mushrooms 245g mixed wild mushrooms170g parmesan, grated 450g ricotta2 handfuls of fresh basil, torn Salt and black pepper

What to do…First, make the filling. Wipe and slice all the mushrooms, andthe shallots. Peel and crush the garlic, Melt the butter in a largefrying pan, add the mushrooms, shallots and garlic, and cookuntil golden, stirring continually. Combine the mushroommixture in a large bowl with the remaining filling ingredients,season generously with salt and pepper, and set aside.

To make the pancakes, mix the flour and milk in a bowl, addthe eggs and salt and whisk until thoroughly blended. Passthe batter through a sieve, and then brush a 12in frying panwith a bit of butter and set over a medium heat. Pour aladleful of the batter into the pan, and make a thin pancake.Cook on both sides, then transfer to a plate. Repeat with theremaining batter until all the pancakes are made.

Preheat the oven to 190ºC/170ºC fan/gas mark 5. Put aspoonful of the filling in the centre of each pancake, and thenfold both sides over to form a parcel. Place on a baking trayjoin down. Brush with remaining butter, sprinkle withparmesan and a handful of pine nuts, and bake for 10 – 15minutes until cooked through.

Mushroom Pancakes

Recipe kindly supplied By Amelia Horne of Jack Rabbits, 50 Queen Street, Derby. Tel: 01332 349966


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