PT N YORKS Winter 19

Primary Times North & East Yorkshire
16 Dec
Sewerby Squirrels - Christmas
Story
Sewerby Hall YO15 1EA
www.sewerbyhall.co.uk
Every week, Sewerby Squirrels has books to
read, a sensory area and a themed activity,
especially designed for the under 5s. This
week’s activity is a Christmas Story! Listen
to the story, decorate the Christmas tree,
and make an angel to take home.
19 Dec
19 Dec
Twilight Carols
Burton Agnes YO25 4NB
Explore the Hall and its grounds at
twilight, when topiary bushes will be
strewn with Christmas lights, the fire
in the Great Hall will glow warmly and
there will be twinkling lights around
every corner. The Driffield Middle 8
Singers will billow out festive carols in
the courtyard, and carolling singalong
by the fireside.
www.burtonagnes.com
21 Dec
Me & My Dad Breakfast
Beverley Minster HU17 0DP
www.beverleyminster.org.uk
An opportunity for dads, grandads or male
carers to come along to a group with their
children for toys, games, crafts and breakfast!
21 Dec - 11 Jan
Underwater Superheros
Sea Life YO12 6RP
www.visitsealife.com/scarborough
Find your ultimate ocean superpower as
you test yourself against some powerful sea
creatures! Go face-to-fin against our speedy
sharks and test your strength against the
starfish in our interactive stations!
26 Dec
Boxing Day Dip!
Flamborough South Landing YO15 1AG
www.flamboroughpreschool.com
Disco fever hits as the 80’s arrives in style
on Boxing Day! Dippers are encouraged
to don their 80’s disco outfits and put
on their dancing shoes to ‘walk like an
Egyptian’ into the fresh sea. Everyone, as
always, is welcome to take part in what is a
fantastic family day experience. Collect your
sponsorship forms from the Pre-school or The
Old Tuck Shop, Flamborough well in advance.
Boxing Day Walk
Swinton Estate
www.swintonestate.com
Bring your loved ones together for the
traditional Boxing Day walk. After indulging this
festive season there’s nothing better than a
long winter walk to bring the family together;
whether it’s around the Druid’s Temple at
Swinton Bivouac or through the parkland.
of Brimham Rocks. Join storyteller Noel
Watkins for interactive storytelling as he
sparks your imagination through a series of
stories, songs and riddles inspired by the
winter season. Booking essential.
1 Jan
New Year Fireworks
Reeth Memorial Hall DL11 6QT
www.reethmemorialhall.co.uk
Family firework display on the village green,
usually with a barbecue. 7pm start. No
admission charge but a collection is taken
to support future village events.
New Year’s Day Walk
Brimham Rocks HG3 4DW
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
FREE! Get out and enjoy the fresh air
at Brimham Rocks this New Year’s Day.
Join our guide on this walk to explore the
boundary of the site and discover some
breathtaking views rarely seen on a regular
day at the rocks.
11 Jan
Book Club
Yorkshire Museum YO1 7FR
www.yorkmuseumstrust.org.uk
The Confessions of Frannie Langton by
Sara Collins. Join the book club with a
difference. A friendly bunch of people who
are passionate about history, museums and
books. Come along to any of the sessions
for a lively discussion regardless of whether
you like or even finished the book!
18 Jan
Me & My Dad Breakfast
Beverley Minster HU17 0DP
www.beverleyminster.org.uk
An opportunity for dads, grandads or male
carers to come along to a group with their
children for toys, games, crafts and breakfast!
25 Jan
Big Garden Birdwatch
RSPB Bempton Cliff YO15 1JF
www.rspb.org.uk
A fun range of activities and crafts to help
your family prepare for your own birdwatch
surveys at home. There willl be outdoor
activities like bird watching and playing the
Sounds Like game with Russell Crow, the
mischievous puppet, and in the craft area
you can make garden bird crowns, feather
fans and a flock of fingers.
26 Jan
Harrogate Mum2Mum Market
Rossett Sports Centre HG2 9JP
www.mum2mummarket.co.uk
30+ STALLS - Selling excellent condition
baby and children’s goods at bargain prices.
Well-known brands at a fraction of high
street prices. Everything imaginable for your
little ones.
1 Feb
Diverse Fest
Bridlington Spa YO15 3JH
www.wearetheatre.co.uk
A great day of performances including
bands, dance groups and theatre. Activities
include karaoke, stalls, soft play, cafe,
storytelling and a disco to finish. The event
is open to everyone and is family friendly.
Instil independence in
your child with Kumon
With 60 years of experience, Kumon
aims to develop students into
independent learners and enables
them to take on new challenges
independently.
Kumon develops children through the
acquisition of independent learning
skills. It takes students beyond their
school level, taking them through
topics they have not come across
before. This compels them to develop
new learning strategies. These
independent learning strategies will
stay with them for life.
For more information, contact your
local Kumon centre:
Hull, Newland: 01482 762016
Kirk Ella: 01482 445544
Scarborough: 01723 361170
York, Fulford: 01757 268114
www.kumon.co.uk
WHAT’S ON WHERE
28 Dec
Midwinter Storytelling
Brimham Rocks HG3 4DW
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Experience a midwinter storytelling event
celebrating myths and folklore inspired
by the season and the magical landscape
1 Feb - 2 Feb
York Ice Trail
various venues YO1
www.visityork.org
The York Ice Trail returns in 2020 for two
days of ice sculptures and fun, familyfriendly
activities.
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