Summer Holiday Clubs

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How to find your area Use our simple colour code to find your area, divided into four main areas each with their own colour: Birkenhead South Wirral Wallasey West Wirral Summer Holiday Clubs The following clubs operate from 8am 6pm Mon to Fri throughout the six week school holiday. They are all registered with Ofsted and provide a secure environment with a focus on fun activities. You can book half days, full days or full weeks. Some clubs will provide day trips and give discounts for siblings. Booking is recommended for most clubs, call the organisation to find out more or book your place now. Wirral also has a wealth of Childminders offering full and part time places for children aged 0-11. For details of your local childminders please call the Family Information Service on 0800 0858 743. Barnston Buddies Holiday Club at Barnston Primary School, 85 Sandham Grove, Heswall CH60 1XW. 8am-6pm. 3-11yrs. 22.45 per day, 13.60 half day (10% discount for siblings). 342 3411. barnstonbuddies@tiscali.co.uk. Little Robins Holiday Club on the site of Overchurch Infants, Moreton Road, Upton, CH49 4NS. 4-12 yrs. 8am- 6pm. Contact Janice Robinson on 606 8777. Birkenhead School Holiday Activity Courses at Birkenhead School. For boys & girls 3-16yrs, 10am -4pm with wraparound care 8am-6pm. 79 courses to choose from. See advert on page 49. Cats Holiday Club at Cathcart Street Primary School, Dover Close, Birkenhead, CH41 3JY. 8am-5.30pm includes one trip per week. 5-11yrs 20 per day (additional fees for trips). Booking essential, 07964 480 792 toffirossi@hotmail.co.uk. Townfield Teds at Townfield Primary School Townfield Lane, Prenton, CH43 2LH. 7.45am-6pm; 2-5yrs 23 per day and 14 per half day/ 5-11yrs 17 per day and 10 per half day (25% discount for second child and additional fees for visits/outings). 2-11yrs. 652 8498, 07950 805 261, schooloffice@townfield.wirral.sch.uk. Top Spin Summer Camp at Birkenhead High School. For boys & girls 4-14yrs. 10-4pm with wrap around care 8am-6pm,. www.topspinactivitycamps.co.uk or see advert on page 59. Wrascals Holiday Club at Woodchurch Road Primary, 99 Woodchurch Road, Prenton, CH42 9LJ. 8am-5.45pm, 18 per day, 12 per half day. 3-17 yrs. 07742 532 902. Early Days Holiday Club at Raeburn Primary School, Morland Avenue, Bromborough, CH62 6BD. 8am-5.40pm 18.20 per day, 10 per half day ( 15.70 for siblings full days only). 3-11yrs. Includes local trips (additional fee required) 327 8761 office@earlydays.org.uk. Firbobs Holiday Club at Grange United Reform Church, 87 Kings Road, Bebington, CH63 8LX. 7.45am-5.30pm 22 per day, 12 per half day, 100 per week. 3-14yrs We go out exploring almost every day and have 2 big trips per week. Some days can only be booked as a whole day as we would be out and about. 07709 807 400, firbobs@hotmail.com. 32 LET S GO! WIRRAL Rock Ferry, Tranmere, Birkenhead, Bidston, St James, Claughton, Oxton, Prenton Bromborough, Eastham, Bebington, Clatterbridge Leasowe, Liscard, Seacombe, New Brighton, Wallasey, Saughall Massie, Moreton Heswall, West Kirby, Upton, Woodchurch, Thingwall, Thurstaston, Hoylake, Meols, Pensby, Greasby, Frankby, Irby Whether you are working and need childcare, or you are looking for activities to keep the children busy this summer, this guide is for you! The following pages have been compiled jointly by Wirral s Extended Services and Families Information Service (FIS). They contain information about days out, libraries and rangers events, a huge range of activities, play schemes and childcare. Activities start on Monday 20th July and go right through to Friday 30th August. Activities and courses range from a couple of hours to a whole week. Some have to be booked in advance and others are open to all to turn up on the day; most are free, some have to be paid for. Supervision levels also vary, so make sure you find out full details from the organisers while you are planning your summer of fun! The activities are being provided by the Council, the Extended Services Clusters, partner organisations, independent companies and voluntary groups. While every effort has been made to discover and include as many summer opportunities as possible, this list is not exhaustive. Providers who would like their events and activities included in future listings compiled by Wirral Extended Services and FIS should email jennygrimshaw@wirral.gov.uk.

Kiddlywinks Holiday Club at Heygarth Primary School, Heygarth Road, Eastham, CH62 8AG. Sessions are 7.30am-6pm - 20 / 8.30am-6pm - 18.50 / 7.30am-1pm - 11.50 / 1 6pm 11. 3½ - 12 yrs. 327 3027. Kids United Holiday Club at Poulton Lancelyn Primary School, Venebles Drive, Spital, CH63 9LY. 7.50am-5.45pm. 2.20 per hour with additional fees required for outings or visits. 3-12yrs, 07831 715 834, kidsunited@hotmail.co.uk. Bright Sparks Holiday Club at New Brighton Primary School, 8am-6pm 15 full day 8 half day. Outings one day a week. Details 07975 677 992 or 07975 677 797. Manor Childcare Centre Holiday Club at Manor Church, Seabank Road, Wallasey, CH44 0EE. 8am-6pm. 2.50 per hour, 10 per half day, 17 per day, 85 per week (10% reduction for siblings for full days only). Includes day trips (additional fees required) 3-12yrs. 630 0020, manor@talktalkbusiness.net. Ducklings at Christ Church CofE Primary School, Upton Road, Moreton, CH46 0PB. 8am-6pm (please bring packed lunch) or half days either 8am-1pm or 1 6pm. 22 per day, 11 per half. 4½ - 11yrs. 678 5050. neil@ducklingsdaynursery.com. Oakdale Holiday Club Oakdale Road, Wallasey, CH44 7HN, 7.30am-6pm, 18 per day, 12 per half day. 4-8yrs. 630 0105, info@oakdalenursery.co.uk. Oasis Church Centre Holiday Club at Oasis Centre, Oxton Road, Wallasey CH44 4EU. 8am-6pm. 21 per day, 12.75 per half day, 93 per week (10% discount for full days and half days). 5-11yrs. Places need to be booked in advance on first come first serve basis. Includes day trips. 630 0567. oasischurch@btconnect.com. Oscars Holiday Club at Somerville Primary School, Northbrook Road, Wallasey, CH44 9EA. 8am-6pm 13.50, 8am-5pm 12.50, 8.30am-1pm or 1pm-6pm 8.50. We provide snacks in the morning and afternoon. Children will need to bring their own packed lunch. Includes day trips. 4-11 yrs. 637 2467. Our Lady of Lourdes Holiday Club at Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary, Gardenside, Leasowe, CH46 2RP. Contact for more information. Booking preferred, contact Jo Morton: 677 7825, 07891 120 466, jmorton@wallasey.wirral.sch.uk or schooloffice@ourladyoflourdes.wirral.sch.uk. The Dragon Club at St Georges Primary School, St Georges Road, Wallasey, CH45 3NF. 8am-5.55pm. 15 per day, 8 per half day, ( 13 per day for siblings) We offer various clubs. And day trips on a Wednesday (additional fee required). 3-14yrs. 638 2149, 07876 077 124, Dragonclub14@yahoo.co.uk. Wallasey Extended School Holiday Club Wallasey School, Birkett Avenue, Moreton, CH46 1RB. 8am-6pm: 70 per week, 20 per day / 10am-4pm: 40 per week, 15 per day including day trips. 8-15yrs. 641 8460, lward@wallasey.wirral.sch.uk. Whizz Kids Holiday Club at Woodchurch Cof E Primary School, Church Lane, Upton, CH49 7LS. 8.30am-6pm, 14 per day and 8 per half day. 677 4788, Gill Lawson 07949 488 598. schooloffice@woodchurch-pri.wirral.sch.uk. Windmills Holiday Club at Greasby Junior School, Mill Lane, Greasby, CH49 3AR. 8am-6pm 16 per day, 9 per half day, 13 per day for siblings. 5-11years Contact Sue on 07999 824 005, schooloffice@greasby-junior.sch.uk. Little Tinkers Kids Club at Irby Primary School, Coombe Road, Irby, CH61 4UR. 7.30am-5.45pm, 17.50 per day, 10.50 per half day. 5% discount for siblings and NHS staff. 4-11 yrs. Contact Emma Ferguson 648 4431, 07957 349 249, emferguson@tinyworld.co.uk. See advert on page 56. Week 1 20th-26th July Wednesday Play Out with the Birkenhead Woodcraft Folk at Birkenhead Park 12noon-4pm. Pedalling Picnics at Birkenhead Park 10am-12noon. Come on a family bike ride! Meet at Visitor Centre. Booking essential, 652 5197. Various play activities at Beechwood Play & Community Centre, Fifth Avenue, Manor Green, Birkenhead, CH43 9LB. 10am-12.30pm and 2-4.30pm. FREE. 5-14yrs. Paddy Mulligan: 678 3939. Various play activities at Livingstone St Play & Community Centre, Livingstone Street, Birkenhead, CH41 4HG. 10am-12.30pm and 2-4.30pm. FREE. 5-14yrs. Jane Kelly: 647 7587. Various play activities at Charing Cross Youth & Play Centre, Charing Cross Methodist Church, 226 Claughton Rd, Birkenhead CH41 4DX. 9.30am-12noon & 1-4pm. FREE. 5-14 yrs. Tim Edwards: 647 4366. Various play activities at Gautby Road Play & Community Centre, Gautby Road, Bidston CH41 7DS. 10am-12.30pm and 2.30-5.30pm. FREE. 5-14yrs. Heather Stenhouse: 652 5645. Wed-Fri Cricket Development at Birkenhead Park Cricket Club 9.30am 3pm. 5-13yrs. 35. JM Sports 326 2267. See advert on page 53. LET S GO! WIRRAL 33

Tuesday Trampolining at Bebington High Sports College Boys & girls 6-16yrs 4-8pm 3.50 per hour. See advert Tuesday Gymnastics at Bebington High Sports College 4-6pm 2.50 per hour. See advert Thursday Gymnastics at Bebington High Sports College 4-6pm 2.50 per hour. Seee advert Monday Sports Unlimited Handball at Bebington High Sports College 3.15-4.15pm, for boys & girls 11-17yrs. See advert Youth Sports Night at Bebington High Sports College 5-7pm for boys & girls 11-17yrs FREE. See advert Various activity clubs at Bebington High Sports College 9am-2.30pm, for boys and girls 4-16yrs. 2.50 per hour. See advert Outdoor performance of Much Ado About Nothing by Off The Ground Theatre Company. The Leasowe Castle Hotel. Fun for all the family, bring a blanket and a picnic, see advert on page 67. Toys and Teas in the Walled Garden at Central Park, Wallasey. Come along and play with our ride on cars, prams and jigsaws and get a snack from our café. Wed-Sat Various play activities at Leasowe Adventure Playground, Oxley Avenue, Leasowe CH46 1RU. 10.30am- 12.45pm and 2.30-5.30pm. FREE. 5-14 yrs. Danny McGarry: 639 3060. Tuesday Pottery Painting Workshop at The Potting Shed Leave the children with us (over 8yrs old) for 2 hours of fantastic creative learning. We ll make a different item each week using lots of techniques-but it will always be fun! 11am-1pm. Only 7 a session, pre-book please, see advert on page 50. Thursday Thursday Mon-Thurs Sunset Walk to Hilbre Island Cross the sands to discover the island s wildlife and history. A four mile walk of four hours. Bring warm waterproof clothing and a snack. Wellies recommended. 1 per person, suitable for all the family to enjoy. Children under 8 must be accompanied. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential: 648 4371. Life at the Seashore 2-4pm. Join the Rangers and staff from the Blue Planet Aquarium, and see what can be found along the strand line. Suitable for all the family to enjoy. Under 8 s must be accompanied. Meet at West Kirby Marine Lake Car Park. Details: 678 5488. Night Walk with Barn Owls 8.30pm 11pm. Enjoy a talk by Steve Harris of The Wirral and Cheshire Barn Owl Trust and afterwards go for a Ranger-led walk and see the Barn Owls hunting-hopefully! Sorry no dogs. Booking essential: 648 4371. Pottery Painting Workshop at The Potting Shed, for details see Tuesday. Butterfly Walk at Royden Park 12.30-2.30pm. Discover the delights of these bright but delicate insects. Suitable for all the family. Sorry no dogs. Meet at Rangers Office, Royden Park. Details: 677 7594. Soccer@school Football Camp at Heswall Primary School, Whitfield Lane, Heswall CH60 7SD. 40 per course. 4-11yrs Limited spaces, contact Soccer Hotline 07738 242 659. Paintbox Activities Ltd Holiday Club at Carlton House, The Mount, Heswall CH60 4RG. 8am-6pm. Breakfast club 8-9am 4, full day (9-6pm) 18, half day 10. 10% discount for siblings. 3-11yrs. 07881 531 657. Sports and Arts Camp at Woodchurch High, Carr Bridge Road, CH49 7NG. Ages 8-13. Costs 30 per week or 55 for 2 weeks. Contact Ryan Stead 07990 800 721. Tues-Thurs Liverpool Football Academy Club at Barnston Primary School, Sandham Grove, Wirral CH60 1XW. Contact Paul Johnson, 342 5229. Wed- Fri Tennis Camp at Heswall Lawn Tennis Club, Quarry Road East, Heswall CH60 6RB. 9am-2pm, 51 for 3 Wed-Fri Don t miss...! Port Sunlight Village Festival 11-5pm, full day of family events and live entertainment-see advert on page 56 days. 5-14yrs. Access is open though spaces are limited, so book early. Contact Sue Davies, 342 6698. Fun Tennis Camps at Bertram Lawn Tennis Club, Bertram Drive Meols. 10am 3pm, 15 per day, 8-15yrs. Please bring packed lunch and sun cream. Racquets can be provided. Mike 07745 013 758. Week 2 27th July-2nd August Monday Tuesday Tuesday Teddy Bears Picnic at Birkenhead Park 11.30am-2pm Bring a picnic and your teddy bear and enjoy story time in the Park, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Mini Beast Hunt at Birkenhead Park 10.30am-12noon. Root through the undergrowth and discover the Park s little creatures, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Activities for children at Birkenhead Park 2-3pm Tri Golf Sports activity, 2-3.30pm Water Rockets Construct a water rocket from materials provided, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. 34 LET S GO! WIRRAL

Tuesday Outdoor performance of Much Ado About Nothing by Off The Ground Theatre Company. Birkenhead Park opposite the Visitor Centre. Fun for all the family, bring a blanket and a picnic. See advert on page 55. Tuesday Tri Golf at Birkenhead Park 2-3pm. Golf taster sessions for 6-10 year olds. Wednesday Activities at Birkenhead Park 10.30am-12noon Mini Beast Hunt- Root through the undergrowth and discover the Park s little creatures booking essential, 652 5197.12-4pm Play Out with the Birkenhead Woodcraft Folk. Thursday Time & Motion Fun Day at Birkenhead Park Pavilion 11am-2pm. Open to all, contact St Laurence s Children s Centre 647 1676. Thursday Wheels for all at Birkenhead Park 10am-2pm, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Friday Mini Beast Hunt at Birkenhead Park 10.30am-12noon. Root through the undergrowth and discover the Park s little creatures, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Friday Restoration Tour of Birkenhead Park, Family activity. 2-3.30pm. Find out how the Lottery has improved Birkenhead Park, meet at Visitor Centre. Various play activities at Beechwood Play & Community Centre Fifth Avenue, Manor Green, Birkenhead, CH43 9LB. 10am-12.30pm and 2-4.30pm. FREE. 5-14yrs. Paddy Mulligan: 678 3939. Various play activities at Livingstone St Play & Community Centre, Livingstone Street, Birkenhead, CH41 4HG. 10am-12.30pm and 2-4.30pm. FREE 5-14yrs. Jane Kelly: 647 7587. Various play activities at Charing Cross Youth & Play Centre, Charing Cross Methodist Church, 226, Claughton Rd, Birkenhead, CH41 4DX. 9.30am-12noon & 1-4pm. FREE. 5-14 yrs. Tim Edwards: 647 4366. Various play activities at Gautby Road Play & Community Centre, Gautby Road, Bidston, CH41 7DS. 10am-12.30pm and 2.30-5.30pm. FREE. 5-14yrs. Heather Stenhouse: 652 5645. Monday Sports Unlimited Handball at Bebington High Sports College 3.15-4.15pm, for boys & girls 11-17yrs. See advert Tuesday Trampolining at Bebington High Sports College. Boys & girls 6-16yrs 4-8pm 3.50 per hour. See advert Tuesday Gymnastics at Bebington High Sports College 4-6pm 2.50 per hour. See advert Thursday Gymnastics at Bebington High Sports College 4-6pm 2.50 per hour. See advert Mon-Thurs Gymnastics, Trampoline & Dance Development at South Wirral High School, Plymyard Avenue, Eastham, Wirral. 9.30am 3pm, 5-13yrs, 49. JM Sports: 326 2267. See advert on page 53. Mon-Thurs Soccer Skills Course at South Wirral High School, Plymyard Avenue, Eastham, Wirral. 9.30am-3pm, 5-13yrs. 40. JM Sports: 326 2267. See advert on page 53. Mon-Thurs Trampolining, Gymnastics & Dance camp at Bebington High Sports College 6-13yrs. 9.30-3.30pm 40 or 8.30-5pm 55. See advert Mon- Thurs Soccer School at Bebington High Sports College presented by Tranmere Rovers in the Community. See advert on page 63. Tues-Fri Gymnastics & Dance Development at Higher Bebington Junior 9.30am 3pm, 5-13yrs. 49. JM Sports: 326 2267. See advert on page 53. Don t miss...! Friday and Outdoor performance of Much Ado About About Nothing by Off The Ground Theatre Company at Ness Gardens Fun for all the family, bring a blanket and a picnic. LET S GO! WIRRAL 35

Tues-Fri Wed-Fri Mon-Sun Tuesday Friday Soccer Skills Course at Higher Bebington Junior 9.30am 3pm. 5-13 yrs. 45. JM Sports: 326 2267. See advert on page 53. Soccer@school Football Camp at Black Horse Hill Infants School, Saughall Massie Road, West Kirby CH48 6DR. 30 per course. 4-12yrs - limited spaces, contact Soccer Hotline 07738 242 659. See advert on page 65. Youth Sports Night at Bebington High Sports College 5-7pm for boys & girls 11-17yrs FREE. See advert Various activity clubs at Bebington High Sports College 9am-2.30pm, for boys 7 girl 4-16yrs 2.50 per hour. See advert Outdoor performance of Much Ado About Nothing at Port Sunlight Village opposite the Bridge Inn. Fun for all the family, bring a blanket and a picnic. See advert on page 55. Leasowe Lighthouse Abseil.10am start. Raise money for the charity of your choice by abseiling 101 feet down Leasowe Lighthouse. 25 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place. Sponsor forms and applications from the Friends of Leasowe Lighthouse: 678 3925. Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day. 12noon-4pm. The 18th Century north Wirral landmark will be open and there will be guided tours to the top every half-hour (last tour starts at 3.30pm). 2 adult 1 child. Please note that persons must be over 1.06 metres tall to climb the 130 steps to the top. Suitable for all the family to enjoy. All children under 8 must be accompanied. Details: 678 5488. Toys and Teas in the Walled Garden at Central Park, Wallasey. Come along and play with our ride on cars, prams and jigsaws and get a snack from our café. Pottery Painting Workshop at The Potting Shed Leave the children with us (over 8yrs old) for 2 hours of fantastic creative learning. We ll make a different item each week using lots of techniques-but it will always be fun! 11am-1pm. Only 7 a session, pre-book. See advert on page 50. Bat and Moth Night at Royden Park 9pm 1.30am. How do bats find their food? Why do moths fly at night? Join the Rangers, members of the local Bat Group and Moth Group and discover the habits of these nocturnal creatures. Please wear warm clothing. Suitable for all the family to enjoy. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential: 648 4371. Pottery Painting Workshop at The Potting Shed, for details see Tuesday. Walk around Heswall Dales 10.30-11.30am. Visit the Dales with the Ranger. After the winter heathland restoration work we now look with new hope into the future. Suitable for all the family to enjoy. Meet Oldfield Road, off Quarry Road West, Heswall. Details: 648 4371. Seashore Search 11am 12.30pm. Join the Ranger at Thurstaston and explore the strand line on the beach looking for cockles, mussels and crabs. Meet at Wirral Country Park Visitor Centre. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential: 648 4371. Mon-Wed Tennis Camp at Heswall Lawn Tennis Club Quarry Road East, Heswall, CH60 6RB. 9am-2pm. 51 for 3 Mon-Thurs days. 5-14. yrs. Access is open but spaces are limited, so book early. Contact Sue Davies 342 6698. Football Festival and Dance Workshop at Our Lady of Pity, Rigby Drive, Greasby. 9am - 3pm, 50 per week for boys & girls 4-11yrs. Contact www.thehqcoachingcentre.co.uk or 632 4150 or 07793 753 527. Paintbox Activities Ltd Holiday Club at Carlton House, The Mount, Heswall CH60 4RG. 8am-6pm. Breakfast club 8-9am 4, full day (9-6pm) 18, half day 10. 10% discount for siblings. 3-11yrs. 07881 531 657. Various play activities at Woodchurch Play & Community Centre, Carr Bridge Road, Woodchurch, CH49 8EU. 10-12noon and 1-3pm. FREE. 5-14 yrs. Beth Hogg: 650 0030. 28/29/31 July Fun Tennis Camps at Bertram Lawn Tennis Club, Bertram Drive Meols. 10am 3pm. 15 per day, 8-15yrs. Please bring packed lunch and sun cream. Racquets can be provided. Mike: 07745 013 758. Sports and Arts Camp at Woodchurch High, Carr Bridge Road, CH49 7NG. Ages 8-13. Costs 30 per week or 55 for 2 weeks. Contact Ryan Stead: 07990 800 721. Week 3 3rd-9th August Don t miss...! Wednesday & Thursday Children s Fun Days at Ness Gardens See advert on page 2 Monday The Hungry Caterpillar Trail at Birkenhead Park 2-3.30pm. A story and a hunt in the park for the caterpillar s favourite fruits, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. 36 LET S GO! WIRRAL

Tuesday Busy Bs Discover the buzzy world of bees, butterflies and other insects at Birkenhead Park 10.30am-12noon, meet at Visitor Centre. Tuesday Tri Golf in Birkenhead Park 2-3pm, Golf taster sessions for 6-10 year olds, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Wednesday National Play Day in Birkenhead Park 11am-3pm. Amazing outdoor activities for all, meet at Visitor Centre Thursday Zoolab Animal Mix Show at Birkenhead Library 2.15pm, age 5+. 1.50. Come and join the fun and interact with a variety with real life critters. Fluffy, Floppy or Flappyyou never know what you might meet. Thursday Pirate Fun Day at Birkenhead Park Pavilion 11am-2pm. FREE. contact St Laurence s Children s Centre 647 1676. Friday Mr Potato and Fruity Art at Birkenhead Park 10.30am- 12noon, meet at Visitor centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Pedalling Picnics at Birkenhead Park 10-12noon meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Mon-Thurs Cricket Development at Birkenhead Park Cricket Club 9.30am-3pm. 5-13yrs 45. JM Sports: 326 2267. See advert on page 53. Tennis Camp at Wirral Tennis and Sports Centre, Valley Road, Birkenhead, CH41 7EJ. 9.30am 3.30pm, 75 per week. 5-14yrs. Limited space so please book on 670 0397. Various play activities at Beechwood Play & Community Centre, Fifth Avenue, Manor Green, Birkenhead, CH43 9LB. 10am-12.30pm and 2-4.30pm. 5-14yrs. FREE. Paddy Mulligan, 678 3939. Various play activities at Livingstone St Play & Community Centre, Livingstone Street, Birkenhead, CH41 4HG. 10am-12.30pm and 2-4.30pm. FREE. 5-14yrs. Jane Kelly, 647 7587. Various play activities at Charing Cross Youth & Play Centre, Charing Cross Methodist Church, 226 Claughton Rd, Birkenhead, CH41 4DX. 9.30am-12noon & 1-4pm. FREE. 5-14 yrs. Tim Edwards, 647 4366. Various play activities at Gautby Road Play & Community Centre, Gautby Road, Bidston, CH41 7DS. 10am-12.30pm and 2.30-5.30pm. FREE. 5-14yrs. Heather Stenhouse, 652 5645. Wed-Sat Various play activities at Leasowe Adventure Playground, Oxley Avenue, Leasowe, CH46 1RU. 10.30am- 12.45pm and 2.30-5.30pm. FREE. 5-14 yrs. Danny McGarry, 639 3060. Monday Sports Unlimited Handball at Bebington High Sports College 3.15-4.15pm, for boys & girls 11-17yrs. See advert Mon-Thurs Basketball camp at Bebington High Sports College 6-13yrs. 9.30-3.30pm - 40 or 8.30-5pm 55. Tuesday See advert Trampolining at Bebington High Sports College. Boys & girls 6-16yrs 4-8pm 3.5 per hour. See advert Tuesday Gymnastics at Bebington High Sports College 4-6pm 2.50 per hour. See advert Tuesday The Bug Box at Bebington Library, 2.15pm, age 6+. 1.50. Thursday Gymnastics at Bebington High Sports College 4-6pm 2.50 per hour. See advert Thursday Zoolab Animal Mix Show at Higher Bebington Library 10.30am, age 5+. 1.50. See above. Mon- Thurs Soccer School at Bebington High Sports College presented by Tranmere Rovers in the Community. See advert on page 63 Mon-Thurs Multisports Camp at Bebington High Sports College 4-6yrs. 9.30am-3.30pm 40 or 8.30am-5pm 55. See advert Youth Sports Night at Bebington High Sports College 5-7pm for boys & girls 11-17yrs FREE. See advert Various activity clubs at Bebington High Sports College 9am-2.30pm, for boys and girls 4-16yrs 2.50 per hour. See advert Monday John Piper Puppets at Moreton Library 10.30am, age 3-8. 1.50. Monday John Piper Puppets at Wallasey Central Library 2.15pm, age 3-8. 1.50. Thursday Tuesday Summer School at Oldershaw School, Valkyrie Road, Wallasey. 10am 3pm packed lunch required. Sports, Arts, Media or Design & Technology. 10-13yrs. 25. Details, Brian Cullen at Seacombe Children s Centre: 630 1845. Toys and Teas in the Walled Garden at Central Park, Wallasey. Come along and play with our ride on cars, prams and jigsaws and get a snack from our café. Life at the Seashore 2-4pm. Join the Rangers and staff from the Blue Planet Aquarium, and see what can be found along the strand line. Suitable for all the family. Under 8 s must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Fort Perch Rock car park, New Brighton. Details: 678 5488. The Bug Box at West Kirby Library 10.30am, age 6+. 1.50. Creepy crawly fun with the bug box-meet amazing insects from around the world. LET S GO! WIRRAL 37

Tuesday Pottery Painting Workshop at The Potting Shed Leave the children with us (over 8yrs old) for 2 hours of fantastic creative learning. We ll make a different item each week using lots of techniques-but it will always be fun! 11am-1pm. Only 7 a session, pre-book. See advert on page 50. Mon-Thurs Gymnastics & Dance Development at Heswall Primary, Whitfield Lane, Heswall. 9.30am 3pm. 5-13 yrs. 49. JM Sports: 326 2267. See advert on page 53. Mon-Thurs Soccer Skills Course at Heswall Primary, Whitfield Lane, Heswall. 9.30am 3pm. 5-13 yrs. 45. JM Sports: 326 2267. See advert on page 53. Mon-Thurs Soccer@school Football Camp at Woodslee Primary, Bromborough Croft Avenue, Bromborough, CH62 2BP. 40 per course. 4-12yrs - limited spaces, contact Soccer Hotline 07738 242 659. See advert on page 65. Paintbox Activities Ltd Holiday Club at Carlton House, The Mount, Heswall CH60 4RG. 8am-6pm. Breakfast club 8-9am 4, full day (9-6pm) 18, half day 10. 10% discount for siblings. 3-11yrs. 07881 531 657. Various play activities at Woodchurch Play & Community Centre, Carr Bridge Road, Woodchurch, CH49 8EU. 10am-12noon and 1-3pm. FREE. 5-14 yrs. Beth Hogg, 650 0030. Tues-Thurs Fun Tennis Camps at Bertram Lawn Tennis Club, Bertram Drive Meols. 10am 3pm, 15 per day, 8-15yrs. Please bring packed lunch and sun cream. Racquets can be provided. Mike, 07745 013 758. Gymnastics at Calday Grange Grammar School, Grammar School Lane, West Kirby, CH48 8GG. 11am- 12noon 5-7 yrs / 12pm-1pm 8-10 yrs. 25 per week. Contact VCAW to book, 342 6115. Judo at Calday Grange Grammar School, Grammar School Lane, West Kirby, CH48 8GG. 9.30 10.30am, 5-10yrs. 25 per week. Contact VCAW to book, 342 6115. Tuesday Scavenger Hunt at Royden Park 1.30-3pm. Discover Nature s Treasures on this hunt at Royden Park. Collect your information sheets from the Coach House. Suitable for all the family. Dogs allowed except for Walled Garden area. Details: 677 7594. 38 LET S GO! WIRRAL Pottery Painting Workshop at The Potting Shed, for details see Tuesday. Terns, Terns, Terns! 10am-2pm. Join the Rangers and the RSPB and see the gathering of summer terns before they make their way further south for the winter. Suitable for all the family. Under 8 s must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs. Meet at West Kirby Marine Lake car park. Details: 678 5488. Week 4 10th-16th August Monday John Piper Puppets at Birkenhead Library 2.15pm, age 3-8. 1.50. Monday Teddy Bears Picnic at Birkenhead Park 11:30am-2pm. Bring a picnic and your teddy bear and enjoy story time in the Park, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Tuesday Mr Potato and Fruity Art at Birkenhead Park 10.30am-12noon, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Tuesday Pond Dipping at Birkenhead Park 2-3.30pm. Discover the creatures that live in the waters of the Park Ponds meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Tuesday Tri Golf in Birkenhead Park 2-3pm, Golf taster sessions for 6-10 year olds, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Wednesday Activities at Birkenhead Park Mr Potato and Fruity Art at 10.30am-12noon, booking essential, 652 5197. Play Out with the Birkenhead Woodcraft Folk 12noon-4pm, meet at Visitor Centre. Wednesday Puppet Show and other activities at Prenton Children s Centre, Northwood Road, Prenton 1-3pm. FREE for families with children under 5 and siblings up to 8. 608 7253. Thursday Messy Play Day at Birkenhead Park Pavilion 11-2pm. FREE contact St Laurence s Children s Centre 647 1676. Thursday Wheels for all at Birkenhead Park 10am-2pm meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Friday Pond Dipping at Birkenhead Park 2-3.30pm. Discover the creatures that live in the waters of the Park Ponds meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Mon-Thurs Soccer@school Football Camp at Prenton Rugby Club, Prenton Dell Road, Prenton, CH43 3BX. 40 per course. 4-12yrs - limited spaces, contact Soccer Hotline 07738 242 659. See advert on page 65.

Various play activities at Beechwood Play & Community Centre Fifth Avenue, Manor Green, Birkenhead, CH43 9LB. 10am-12.30pm and 2pm-4.30pm. FREE 5-14yrs. Paddy Mulligan 678 3939. Various play activities at Livingstone St Play & Community Centre, Livingstone Street, Birkenhead, CH41 4HG. 10am-12.30pm and 2pm-4.30pm. FREE. 5-14yrs. Jane Kelly, 647 7587. Various play activities at Charing Cross Youth & Play Centre, Charing Cross Methodist Church, 226 Claughton Rd, Birkenhead, CH41 4DX. 9.30am-12noon & 1-4pm. FREE. 5-14 yrs. Tim Edwards, 647 4366. Various play activities at Gautby Road Play & Community Centre, Gautby Road, Bidston, CH41 7DS. 10am-12.30pm and 2.30-5.30pm. FREE. 5-14yrs. Heather Stenhouse, 652 5645. Tennis Camp at Wirral Tennis and Sports Centre, Valley Road, Birkenhead, CH41 7EJ. 9.30am 3.30pm, 75 per week. 5-14yrs. Limited space so please book: 670 0397. Wed-Sat Various play activities at Leasowe Adventure Playground, Oxley Avenue, Leasowe, CH46 1RU. 10.30am- 12.45pm and 2.30-5.30pm. FREE. 5-14 yrs. Danny McGarry, 639 3060. Monday Sports Unlimited Handball at Bebington High Sports College 3.15-4.15pm, for boys & girls 11-17yrs. See advert Tuesday The Bug Box at Bromborough Library 10.30am, age 6+. 1.50. Creepy crawly fun with the bug boxmeet amazing insects from around the world. Tuesday Trampolining at Bebington High Sports College Boys & girls 6-16yrs 4-8pm 3.50 per hour. See advert Tuesday Gymnastics at Bebington High Sports College 4-6pm 2.50 per hour. See advert Thursday Gymnastics at Bebington High Sports College 4-6pm 2.50 per hour. See advert Youth Sports Night at Bebington High Sports College 5-7pm for boys & girls 11-17yrs FREE. See advert Various activity clubs at Bebington High Sports College 9am-2.30pm, for boys and girls 4-16yrs 2.50 per hour. See advert Mon-Thurs Taekwondo, Boxing & Self Defence at Bebington High Sports College 6-13yrs. 9.30am-3.30pm 40 or 8.30am-5pm 55. See advert Funkstar Dance School at Prenton High School, Hesketh Avenue, Bebington, CH42 6RR. 9-11am for 8-12yrs; 11am 1pm for 13yrs+; 1.30 3.30pm 4-7yrs. 20 per week (2 hrs per day). Miss Hughes, 644 8113 ext 242. Mini Sports Camp at Prenton High School, Hesketh Avenue, Birkenhead, CH42 6RR. 9.30am 12.30pm for 4-7 yrs. 30 per week (can attend by the day). Miss Hughes, 644 8113 ext 242. *COMBINE WITH MINI SPORTS FOR 9.30am-3.30pm care for 4-7yrs!* Maths Camp at Prenton High School, Hesketh Avenue, Bebington, CH42 6RR. 8.30-10.30am. FREE. 8-12yrs. Miss Hughes, 644 8113 ext 242. Robot Football Camp at Prenton High School, Hesketh Avenue, Bebington, CH42 6RR. Build your own robot then get them to compete in a football match! 10.45am 12.45pm. 25. 8-12yrs. Miss Hughes, 644 8113 ext 242. Art camp at Prenton High School, Hesketh Avenue, Bebington, CH42 6RR. A huge variety of art on offer including model making. 1.30pm-3.30pm 25 week. 8-12yrs. Miss Hughes: 644 8113 ext 242. *COMBINE MATHS, SCIENCE and ART ABOVE FOR 40 PER WEEK AND YOUR CHILD WILL BE WITH OUR FUN AND EXPERIENCED STAFF FROM 8:30am - 3:30pm!* Monday John Piper Puppets at Seacombe Library 10.30am, age 3-8. 1.50. Tuesday The Bug Box at Moreton Library 2.15pm, age 6+. 1.50. Thursday The Bug Box at Wallasey Village Library 10.30am. Age 6+ 1.50. Friday Zoolab Animal Mix Show at Leasowe Library 10.30am, age 5+ 1.50. Mon-Sun Tuesday International Lighthouse Day 12noon-4pm. The 18th Century north Wirral landmark will be open with guided tours to the top every half-hour ( 2 adult and 1 child). Must be over 1.06 metres tall to climb the 130 steps to the top. Suitable for all the family. Under 8 s must be accompanied by an adult. Details: 678 5488. Holiday Activities at Wallasey School, Birket Avenue, Moreton, CH46 1RB. 8-6pm 70 per week, 10am- 4pm 40 per week. Booking preferred contact: Jo Morton, 677 7825, jmorton@wallasey.wirral.sch.uk. Summer School at Oldershaw School, Valkyrie Road, Wallasey. 10am 3pm packed lunch required. Sports, Arts, Media or Design & Technology. 10-13yrs. 25. Details: Brian Cullen at Seacombe Children s Centre, 630 1845. Toys and Teas in the Walled garden at Central Park, Wallasey. Come along and play with our ride on cars, prams and jigsaws and get a snack from our café. Pottery Painting Workshop at The Potting Shed Leave the children with us (over 8yrs old) for 2 hours of fantastic creative learning. We ll make a different item each week using lots of techniques-but it will always be fun! 11am-1pm. Only 7 a session, pre-book. See advert on page 50. Thursday The Bug Box at Greasby Library 2.15pm. Age 6+ 1.50. Friday Zoolab Animal Mix Show at Heswall Library 2.15pm, age 5+. 1.50. Come and join the fun and interact with a variety with real life critters. Fluffy, Floppy or Flappy-you never know what you might meet. LET S GO! WIRRAL 39

Pottery Painting Workshop at The Potting Shed For details see Tuesday. North Wirral Coastal Park Task Day 10am-4pm. Join the Rangers and the Friends of North Wirral Coastal Park and help do your bit for your local environment. Suitable for all the family. Under 8 s must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential: 678 5488. Mon-Thurs Gymnastics & Dance Development at Black Horse Hill Junior, West Kirby. 9.30am 3pm. 5-13 yrs. 49. JM Sports: 326 2267. See advert on page 53. Mon-Thurs Soccer Skills Course at Black Horse Hill Junior, West Kirby. 9.30am 3pm. 5-13 yrs. 45 JM Sports: 326 2267. See advert on page 53. Various play activities at Woodchurch Play & Community Centre, Carr Bridge Road, Woodchurch, CH49 8EU. 10am-12noon and 1-3pm. FREE 5-14 yrs. Beth Hogg, 650 0030. Gymnastics at Calday Grange Grammar School, Grammar School Lane, West Kirby, CH48 8GG. 11am - 12noon 5-7 yrs/12noon-1pm 8-10 yrs. 25 per week. Contact VCAW to book, 342 6115. Taekwondo at Calday Grange Grammar School, Grammar School Lane, West Kirby, CH48 8GG. 9.30-10.30am 5-10 year olds, costs 25. Contact VCAW to book, 342 6115. Thurs-Sun Tales of the Old North by Out of Space Evening Theatre performances at Royden Park Suitable for all the family. Sorry no dogs. Need to book. Details: 677 7594. Week 5 17th-23rd August Monday The Hungry Caterpillar Trail at Birkenhead Park 2-3.30pm. A story and a hunt in the park for the caterpillar s favourite fruits, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Tuesday The Bug Box at Ridgeway Library 10.30am. Age 6+. 1.50. Creepy crawly fun with the bug box-meet amazing insects from around the world. Tuesday The Bug Box at Prenton Library 2.15pm. Age 6+. 1.50. See above. Tuesday Busy Bs Discover the buzzy world of bees, butterflies and other insects at Birkenhead Park 10.30-12noon, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Tuesday Treasure Trove Puppets at Beechwood Library 2.15pm. Age 3-7. 1.50. Tuesday Kitemaking at Birkenhead Park 2pm-3.30pm. Construct a kite from the materials provided, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Tuesday Tri Golf in Birkenhead Park 2pm-3pm, Golf taster sessions for 6-10 year olds, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Wednesday Big Lottery Play Launch Play at Birkenhead Park Activities for all 1-4pm, meet at Visitor Centre. Wednesday Crafts at Prenton Children s Centre, Northwood Road, Prenton 1-3pm. FREE For families with children under 5 and siblings up to 8. 608 7253. Thursday Olympic Sports Day at Birkenhead Park Pavilion 11am-2pm. FREE. Contact St Laurence s Children s Centre 647 1676. Friday Treasure Trove Puppets at New Ferry Library 10.30am. Age 3-7. 1.50. Friday Kitemaking at Birkenhead Park 10.30am-12noon Construct a kite from the materials provided, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Various play activities at Beechwood Play & Community Centre Fifth Avenue, Manor Green, Birkenhead, CH43 9LB. 10am-12.30pm and 2-4.30pm. FREE. 5-14yrs. Paddy Mulligan, 678 3939. Various play activities at Livingstone St Play & Community Centre, Livingstone Street, Birkenhead, CH41 4HG. 10am-12.30pm and 2-4.30pm. FREE 5-14yrs. Jane Kelly, 647 7587. Various play activities at Charing Cross Youth & Play Centre, Charing Cross Methodist Church, 226 Claughton Road, Birkenhead, CH41 4DX. 9.30am-12noon and 1-4pm. FREE 5-14 yrs. Tim Edwards, 647 4366. Various play activities at Gautby Road Play & Community Centre, Gautby Road, Bidston, CH41 7DS. 10am-12.30pm and 2.30-5.30pm FREE 5-14yrs. Heather Stenhouse, 652 5645. Tennis Camp at Wirral Tennis and Sports Centre, Valley Road, Birkenhead, CH41 7EJ. 9.30am 3.30pm, 75 per week. 5-14yrs. Limited space so please book: 670 0397. Wednesday Fancy Dress at Prenton Children s Centre, Northwood Road, Prenton. 1-5pm. FREE For families with children under 5 and siblings up to 8 contact 608 7253. Pedalling Picnics at Birkenhead Park 10am-12noon meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Monday Sports Unlimited Handball at Bebington High Sports College 3.15-4.15pm, for boys & girls 11-17yrs. See advert Tuesday Trampolining at Bebington High Sports College Boys & girls 6-16yrs 4-8pm 3.50 per hour. See advert Tuesday Gymnastics at Bebington High Sports College 4-6pm 2.50 per hour. See advert 40 LET S GO! WIRRAL

Thursday Treasure Trove Puppets at Bebington Central Library 2.15pm. Age 3-7. 1.50. Thursday Gymnastics at Bebington High Sports College 4-6pm 2.50 per hour. See advert Mon-Thurs Arts & Drama Camp at Bebington High Sports College 6-13yrs. 9.30am-3.30pm 40 or 8.30am-5pm 55. See advert Mon-Thurs Multisports Camp at Bebington High Sports College 4-6yrs. 9.30am- 3.30pm - 40 or 8.30-5pm 55. See advert Mon- Thurs Soccer School at Bebington High Sports College presented by Tranmere Rovers in the Community. See advert on page 63. Funs Sports Camp at Prenton High School, Hesketh Avenue, Bebington, CH42 6RR. 9am-3.30pm. 40 per week. 8-14yrs. Miss Hughes: 644 8113 ext 242. Youth Sports Night at Bebington High Sports College 5-7pm for boys & girls 11-17yrs FREE. See advert Various activity clubs at Bebington High Sports College 9am- 2.30pm, for boys and girls 4-16yrs 2.50 per hour. See advert Thursday Life at the Seashore 2-4pm. Join the Rangers and staff from the Blue Planet Aquarium, and see what can be found along the strandline. Suitable for all the family. Under 8 s must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Seafront Car Park, The Gunsite, Wallasey. Details: 678 5488. Toys and Teas in the Walled Garden at Central Park, Wallasey Come along and play with our ride on cars, prams and jigsaws and get a snack from our café. Wed-Sat Various play activities at Leasowe Adventure Playground, Oxley Avenue, Leasowe, CH46 1RU. 10.30am- 12.45pm and 2.30-5.30pm. FREE 5-14 yrs. Danny McGarry, 639 3060. Holiday activities at Wallasey School, Birket Avenue, Moreton, CH46 1RB. 8am-6pm 70 per week, 10-4pm 40 per week. Booking preferred contact Jo Morton: 677 7825, jmorton@wallasey.wirral.sch.uk. Monday Treasure Trove Puppets at Irby Library 2.15pm, age 3-7. 1.50. Tuesday Treasure Trove Puppets at Upton Library 10.30am, age 3-7. 1.50. Tuesday Pottery Painting Workshop at The Potting Shed Leave the children with us (over 8yrs old) for 2 hours of fantastic creative learning. We ll make a different item each week using lots of techniques-but it will always be fun! 11am-1pm. Only 7 a session, pre-book. See advert on page 50. Thursday Treasure Trove Puppets at Pensby Library 10.30am. Age 3-7. 1.50. Friday Treasure Trove Puppets at West Kirby Library Age 3-7. 1.50. Various play activities at Woodchurch Play & Community Centre, Carr Bridge Road, Woodchurch, CH49 8EU. 10am-12noon and 1-3pm. FREE 5-14 yrs. Beth Hogg, 650 0030. Mon-Thurs Dance Club at Barnston Primary School, Sandham Grove, Wirral, CH60 1XW. 8.30am 3.30pm. Contact Sarah 07791 235 758. Mon-Thurs Soccer@School Football Camp at Heswall Primary School, Whitfield Lane, Heswall, CH60 7SD. 40 per course. 4-12yrs - limited spaces, contact Soccer Hotline 07738 242 659. See advert on page 65. Summer Camp at Upton Hall School, FCJ, Upton, CH49 6LJ. 50 per child, 8-14yrs. Contact 677 7696 or www.uptonhallschool.co.uk for details. Thursday Mud n Marsh 9.30am start. Join the Wirral Country Park Rangers at a premier bird-watching site where mudflats meet marsh. Thousands of wading birds and wildfowl feed, and as the tide floods in they form into dense flocks as they prepare to roost. This alerts birds of prey like Peregrines and Merlins to the chance of a meal. Come along with us to witness this wildlife spectacular. No need to book. Meet at Banks Rd Car Park, Lower Heswall. Details: 648 4371. Thursday North Wirral Coastal Park Task Day 10am-4pm. Join the Rangers and the Friends of North Wirral Coastal Park and help do your bit for your local environment. Suitable for all the family. Under 8 s must be Thursday accompanied by an adult. Booking essential: 678 5488. I-Spy Fun at Royden Park 1.30-3pm. Have fun discovering some of Nature s wonders at Royden Park. Collect your information sheets from the Coach House. Suitable for all the family. Details: 677 7594. Thursday Sunset Walk to Hilbre Cross the sands to discover the Island s wildlife and history. A 4-mile walk of 4 hours, Please bring warm waterproof clothing and a snack. Wellies are recommended. 1 per person. Suitable for all the family. Under 8 s must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential: 648 4371. Pottery Painting Workshop at The Potting Shed For details see Tuesday. Mud Matters 11am start. Join the Rangers as they follow the rising tide along the Thurstaston Shore. As the channels and gullies of the mudflats fill up, many Redshank, Knot, Curlew and Dunlin will be forced into the open and Pintail will start to drift towards the Heswall marshes. We ll then cross Heswall Fields and join the Wirral Way looking for hedgerow and farmland birds as we head back to the Visitor Centre. Bring binoculars and waterproofs too. No need to book. Meet at Wirral Country Park Visitor Centre. Details: 648 4371. LET S GO! WIRRAL 41

42 LET S GO! WIRRAL Storytelling in the Walled Garden at Royden Park 11.30am-12.30pm & 1.30-2.30pm. Come and listen to tales about Native America and about our Earth and our place in it. Suitable for all the family. Sorry no dogs. Meet at the Walled Garden, Royden Park.. Bookings: 648 4371. Week 6 24th-30th August Monday The Hungry Caterpillar Trail at Birkenhead Park 2-3.30pm. A story and a hunt in the park for the caterpillar s favourite fruits, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Tuesday Water Rockets at Birkenhead Park 2-3.30pm. Construct a water rocket from the materials provided, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Wednesday Water Rockets at Birkenhead Park 2-3.30pm. Construct a water rocket from the materials provided, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Thursday Mini Raft Making at Birkenhead Park 2-3.30pm. Make your own boat using materials collected and see if it floats, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Friday Mini Raft Making at Birkenhead Park 2-3.30pm. Make your own boat using materials collected and see if it floats, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Friday John Piper Puppets at Rock Ferry Library 10.30am, age 3-8. 1.50. Various play activities at Beechwood Play & Community Centre Fifth Avenue, Manor Green, Birkenhead, CH43 9LB. 10am-12.30pm and 2-4.30pm. FREE. 5-14yrs. Paddy Mulligan, 678 3939. Various play activities at Livingstone St Play & Community Centre, Livingstone Street, Birkenhead, CH41 4HG. 10am-12.30pm and 2-4.30pm. FREE. 5-14yrs. Jane Kelly, 647 7587. Various play activities at Charing Cross Youth & Play Centre, Charing Cross Methodist Church, 226 Claughton Road, Birkenhead, CH41 4DX. 9.30am-12noon and 1-4pm. FREE. 5-14 yrs. Tim Edwards, 647 4366. Various play activities at Gautby Road Play & Community Centre, Gautby Road, Bidston, CH41 7DS. 10am-12.30pm and 2.30-5.30pm FREE. 5-14yrs. Heather Stenhouse, 652 5645. Tennis Camp at Wirral Tennis and Sports Centre, Valley Road, Birkenhead, CH41 7EJ. 9.30am-3.30pm, 75 per week. 5-14yrs. Limited space so please book: 670 0397. Wed-Sat Various play activities at Leasowe Adventure Playground, Oxley Avenue, Leasowe, CH46 1RU. 10.30am- 12.45pm and 2.30-5.30pm. FREE 5-14 yrs. Danny McGarry, 639 3060. Bank Holiday Teddy Bears Picnic at Birkenhead Park 11.30am-2pm Bring a picnic and your teddy bear and enjoy Monday story time in the Park, meet at Visitor Centre, booking essential, 652 5197. Monday Sports Unlimited Handball at Bebington High Sports College 3.15-4.15pm, for boys & girls 11-17yrs. See advert Tuesday Trampolining at Bebington High Sports College Boys & girls 6-16yrs 4-8pm 3.50 per hour. See advert on page 57 Tuesday Gymnastics at Bebington High Sports College 4-6pm 2.50 per hour. See advert Tuesday John Piper Puppets at Bromborough Library 2.15pm, age 3-8. 1.50. Thursday Gymnastics at Bebington High Sports College 4-6pm 2.50 per hour. See advert Friday John Piper Puppets at Eastham Library 2.15pm, age 3-8. 1.50. Mon-Thurs Gymnastics, Trampoline & Dance Development at South Wirral High School, Plymyard Avenue, Eastham. 9.30am 3pm. 5-13yrs. 49 JM Sports: 326 2267. See advert on page 53. Mon-Thurs Cricket camp at Bebington High Sports College 6-13yrs. 9.30am-3.30pm 40 or 8.30am-5pm 55. See advert Mon-Thurs Multisports camp at Bebington High Sports College 4-6yrs. 9.30-3.30pm - 40 or 8.30-5pm 55. See advert Mon-Thurs Soccer Skills Course at South Wirral High School, Plymyard Avenue, Eastham. 9.30am 3pm. 5-13 yrs. 45. JM Sports: 326 2267. See advert on page 53. Mon- Thurs Soccer School at Bebington High Sports College presented by Tranmere Rovers in the Community. See advert on page 63. Youth Sports Night at Bebington High Sports College 5-7pm for boys & girls 11-17yrs FREE. See advert

Various activity clubs at Bebington High Sports College 9am- 2.30pm, for boys and girls 4-16yrs 2.50 per hour. See advert Monday Zoolab Animal Mix Show at Wallasey Central Library 2.15pm, age 5+ 1.50. Join the fun and interact with a variety with real life critters. Fluffy, Floppy or Flappyyou never know what you might meet. Mon-Sun Toys and Teas in the Walled Garden at Central Park, Wallasey Come along and play with our ride on cars, prams and jigsaws and get a snack from our café. Holiday activities at Wallasey School, Birket Avenue, Moreton, CH46 1RB. 8am-6pm 70 per week, 10am- 4pm 40 per week. Booking preferred, contact Jo Morton: 677 7825, jmorton@wallasey.wirral.sch.uk. Rainbow Live at The Floral Pavilion, New Brighton. See Zippy and his friends and enjoy lots of sing-along songs, games and giggles. Monday Zoolab Animal Mix Show at Hoylake Library 10.30am, age 5+. 1.50. See above. Tuesday John Piper Puppets at Heswall Library 10.30am, age 3-8. 1.50. Tuesday Pottery Painting Workshop at The Potting Shed Leave the children with us (over 8yrs old) for 2 hours of fantastic creative learning. We ll make a different item each week using lots of techniques-but it will always be fun! 11am-1pm. Only 7 a session, pre-book. See advert on page 50. Friday European Bat Night 8.30pm 11.30pm. Join the Wirral Country Park Rangers on a guided walk to the Dungeon Woodland to search for the bats that inhabit this ancient wooded valley. Learn more about their ecology and biology and try out an electronic bat detector. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential: 648 4371 (max 20). Night Walk with Barn Owls 8pm 11pm. Enjoy a talk by Steve Harris of The Wirral and Cheshire Barn Owl Trust and afterwards go for a Ranger-led walk and see the Barn Owls hunting-hopefully! Sorry no dogs. Booking essential: 648 4371. Bank Holiday Monday Mon-Thurs Pottery Painting Workshop at The Potting Shed, for details see Tuesday. Raptor Rescue Day 10am 4pm. Join us at the Visitor Centre at Wirral Country Park and feast your eyes on these magnificent birds of prey. Raptor Rescue is a dedicated organisation for the rehabilitation of birds of prey. Information and displays throughout the day and goods on sale to raise funds. Sorry no dogs. Details: 648 4371. Heathlands Hike - Cleaver Heath and Heswall Dales 10am-12.30pm. Enjoy the beauty of these heathlands in full flower with the Rangers and members of Wirral Wildlife. Suitable for all the family to enjoy. Sorry no dogs. Meet at Cleaver Heath Car Park, Oldfield Road, off Quarry Road West and Telegraph Road, Heswall. Details: 677 7594. Hilbre Open Day 11am 4pm. The Telegraph Station on the main island will be open and the Friends of Hilbre will be leading short guided walks and seal-watching. Suitable for all the family. Under 8 s must be accompanied. Details: 678 5488. Don t miss...! Bank Holiday Monday Hoylake Lifeboat's Annual Open Day at The Lifeboat Station, Hoylake Promenade Attractions include the fabulous Red Arrows, funfair, charity stalls, street theatre, raffles, and tours of the Lifeboat. Admission is FREE, but the Promenade will be closed to vehicles. Park and walk available from Hoylake Railway Station. Sandcastle Extravaganza 11am 4pm Celebrate summer on Thurstaston Beach with the Wirral Country Park Rangers at Wirral Country Park s 6th Annual Sandcastle Extravaganza! Bring along your buckets and spades, plenty of ideas and maybe a picnic to make a day of it! Suitable for all the family to enjoy, but all children must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book. Meet on Thurstaston Beach, at the bottom of Station Road Steps. Details: 648 4371. Various play activities at Woodchurch Play & Community Centre, Carr Bridge Road, Woodchurch, CH49 8EU. 10am-12noon and 1-3pm. FREE. 5-14 yrs. Beth Hogg, 650 0030. Soccer@school Football Camp at Barnston Primary School, Barnston Primary School, Sandham Grove, Heswall, CH60 1XW. 40 per course. 4-11yrs Limited spaces, contact Soccer Hotline: 07738 242 659. See advert on page 65. LET S GO! WIRRAL 43