SUMMER HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE

A month and a half of trying to entertain your children can seem like a life sentence ☺ To help you and your family make the most of the summer break, we have put together this handy guide to help plan how to keep the kids entertained and engaged. Please check back regularly, as we will update the survival guide as and when we receive new information.

From clubs & camps, to sports, cookery, drama, educational & craft classes, there really is something for everyone. All of these activities are based locally or within an hours drive away.

Make sure that you also visit Place To Go in Kids Corner on Chiltern Chatter to see the full range of what’s on offer locally. You can also check out our events calendar for local events during the summer holidays.

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ACTIVITY DAY CAMPS

RAW ADVENTURE CAMPS: AMAZON RAINFOREST SURVIVAL – LEARN TO LIVE & SURVIVE IN THE OUTDOORS, AMERSHAM

The programme is designed to get children back to basics, in a fun and friendly outdoors environment! All the usual favourites will also be available including: Animal Encounters*, shelter-building, fire-making, navigation and, of course, tie-dying bandanas. Age range: 7 – 14 year olds.

Dates & times: 12th – 16th August, 9am until 5pm
Telephone: 01235 832222
Website: www.supercamps.co.uk

Website: www.oddsfarm.co.uk/activitydaycamps.htm

WOODROW HIGH HOUSE, AMERSHAM

Woodrow High House Day Camps run every weekday throughout the school holidays – they provide a great venue for children to be children.
Younger children go on treasure hunts, fly water rockets into space and hunt for bugs in the pond, while the older ones go orienteering, try out the low rope course and work with their team mates to navigate a challenging obstacle course. They host two age groups each day for day camps, 5-7 years and 8-11 years.

Contact: Andrea
Telephone: 01494 433531
Website: http://www.londonyouth.org/inspiring-young-people/woodrow-high-house-residential-centre/holiday-day-camps-and-birthday-parties

CHILTERN OPEN AIR MUSEUM HOLIDAY CLUB, CHALFONT ST GILES

At Holiday Club Children explore the Museum, play games and try craft activities in small, supervised groups. Suitable for 5-12 year olds. It costs £22, and lunch is included. Places can be booked by phoning the Museum Office.

Dates & times: 11am until 4pm. 30th July, 6th August, 13th August, 20th August, 27th August & 3rd September.
Telephone: 01494 871117
Email: enquiries@coam.org.uk
Website: www.coam.org.uk

ODDS FARM ACTIVITY DAY CAMPS

Activity Day Camps (offering standard full day camp / half day camp and option for late camp upgrade) are coming to Odds Farm Park this Summer Holidays! Kids Play Childcare is one of the most established and reputable childcare providers in the South East. From the moment children arrive and before Odds Farm Park opens to the public, there’s exclusive play in the Giant Indoor Playbarn! Plus with scheduled activities in the private and secure Play Room and stacks more daily activities and animal fun throughout the farm, children from ages 4-12 years won’t want to miss it! For more information or to pay using Childcare Vouchers, please call Sophie Wright email address above.

Telephone: 01908 209 217
Email: sophie@oddsfarm.co.uk
Website: www.oddsfarm.co.uk/activitydaycamps.htm

WILLOWS FARM DAY CAMPS
Ofted registered activity day camp. Offering childcare from 8am – 6pm. Childcare vouchers accepted. Range of activities for 3-12 year olds
Dates: 18th July – 30th August (excludes Bank Holidays)
Telephone: 01908 209217
Website: www.willowsfarmvillage.com

ARTS & CRAFTS

A PASSION FOR ARTS & CRAFT WORKSHOP SUPERCAMPS, AMERSHAM

This programme is ideal for children aged 4-16 who want to try a wide variety of activities. Over 40+ activities that include Sports, Arts & Crafts

Dates & times: 5-9th August
Telephone: 01235 832222
Website: www.supercamps.co.uk

BERKHAMSTED ARTS & CRAFTS

Lots of arts and craft activities running over the summer holidays, mostly for over 8 years old (without parent or carer). Under 8 years welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

Dates: July & August
Telephone: 01442 866632
Website: www.bacshop.co.uk

COOKING

A PASSION FOR…FOOD (COME DINE WITH US) SUPERCAMPS, AMERSHAM

This course will give children a ‘taste’ of what it’s like to cook in a restaurant kitchen, creating a full and varied menu that would tempt any palate. Each day will require our chefs to create three or four courses of delicious food and complete activities such as designing their own menus, naming their restaurant and taking on different roles in the kitchen! Age range: 7-13 year olds.

Dates & times: 19th – 21st August
Telephone: 01235 832222
Website: www.supercamps.co.uk

BLOSSOMING COOKS, BEACONSFIELD

Cookery & Nature holiday classes for 4-8 year olds aiming to inspire an appreciation of the natural world with nature-themed cookery and outdoors educational activities. Each day has a different theme so come along to both. Max 8 children per class. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Dates & times:
Friday 9th August 9.30am – 11am and 2pm – 3.30pm
Tuesday 13th August 9.30am – 11am

Telephone: 07572 411547
Email: susan@blossomingcooks.co.uk
Website: http://www.blossomingcooks.co.uk

COOKIES TASTER SESSION, CHESHAM

The taster session will focus mainly on various baking activities both sweet & savoury. We’ll make a variety of items from scratch using seasonal summer ingredients and the children will have at least two items that they have made packaged up to take home with them. The session lasts for 2 1/2 hours and will be held at Cookies HQ Chesham. Sessions are £15 per child, siblings of mixed ages are welcome, ages 5 – 13. We also offer teenage practical skill classes.

Dates: 28th & 29th August
Telephone: 07912 371539
Email: info@cookiesfun.com
Website: www.cookiesfun.com

BAGGIES KIDS COOKERY WORKSHOP, CHESHAM

Cookery classes for 5-13 year olds at The Bagnall Centre in Chesham. All cookery sessions are carefully structured and well organised in order to provide each child with an enjoyable, fulfilling and hands on cookery experience.

A TASTE OF FRANCE WORKSHOP:

Dates & times:
Wednesday 31st July: 10am until 12 (suitable for 5-7 year olds), 1pm – 3pm (suitable for 8 – 11 year olds)
Thursday 1st August: 10am until 3pm (suitable for 8-13 year olds)

SUMMER PICNIC WORKSHOP:

Wednesday 7th August: 10am until 12 (suitable for 5-7 year olds), 1pm – 3pm (suitable for 8 – 11 year olds)
Thursday 8th August: 10am until 3pm (suitable for 8-13 year olds)

Dates & times:
Telephone: 01494 791288
Contact: Tracey Harper
Email: info@traceyharpernutrition.co.uk
Telephone: 07747 780035
Website: http://bagnallcentre.com

A TASTE OF ITALY WOKSHOP:

Dates & times:
Wednesday 14th August: 10am until 12 (suitable for 5-7 year olds), 1pm – 3pm (suitable for 8 – 11 year olds)
Thursday 15th August: 10am until 3pm (suitable for 8-13 year olds)

SPLAT COOKING, PRINCES RISBOROUGH

WHIZZ BANG FOOD – CHILDREN’S MOLECULAR GASTRONOMY WORKSHOP:

Molecular Gastronomy for children and young adults – in 3 hours we’ll have them creating amazing food to rival Heston Blumenthal. Strictly aged 9 upwards.

Dates & times: Tues 30 July 2013 2-5pm

SUMMER HOLIDAY ITALIAN DAY:

A whole day of Italian cooking and food related activities at our cookery school for 8-15 year olds in Princes Risborough. Using fresh, season ingredients with an Italian twist, they’ll make lunch so no need to bring anything.

Dates & times: 7th August, 10am – 3.30pm

Email: info@splatcooking.com
Website: http://www.splatcooking.net

DANCE

‘LET’S GO TO THE MOVIES’ SUMMER DANCE WORKSHOP, CHESHAM

3 day workshop in dance and musical theatre for ages 5+, culminating in a performance at the end of the week! Hosted by Maggie Monks School of Dancing. £50 per child including a free goody bag with a workshop t-shirt and a discount voucher for Dancers Boutique, Amersham.

Dates & times: 13th – 15th August, 10am – 3pm

Telephone: Georgie – 07939 408059 or Charlotte – 07775 871323

Email: maggiemonk@btinternet.com

STEP TO IT – CHILDRENS SUMMER WORKSHOP, CHESHAM

A fun packed week of dancing, singing and creativity for children aged 4 – 16. Based on the hits from Grease, High School Musical & Glee. £65 for the week. To book your place please call or visit our website.

Dates & times: 29th July – 2nd August, 9am – 3pm

Telephone: 07934 096191
Website: www.steptoit.co.uk

THE BEACONSFIELD SCHOOL OF DANCE & LOUISE PARKES SCHOOL OF DANCE – DANCE FUSION WORKSHOP, MARLOW

Beaconsfield School of Dance & Louise Parkes School of Dance have joined forces to create and exciting and memorable 3 day dance fest – open to girls & boys aged 6 – 18. This exciting workshop involves – Street/break fusion, Hip-Hop, Choreography, West End Theatre, Ballet Repertoire, Contemporary, Jazz, Irish Dancing, Singing & Drama. Cost £105 for 3 days, sibling discount £95. Booking deadline is 11th July (places are limited so don’t delay in booking). Please call or email for further details and to book your place.

Dates & times: 12th – 14th August

Contact: Fiona Grotefeld
Telephone: 07808 268036
Email: Fiona@beaconsfieldschoolofdance.co.uk
Website: www.beaconsfieldschoolofdance.co.uk

DRAMA

PERFORM DRAMA

Alladin, 5 day workshops for 4-8 year olds. Offer a 25% discount for siblings and reductions for groups.

BEACONSFIELD
Dates & times: 10am – 12, 29th July – 2nd August
Dates & times: 2.30 – 4.30pm, 12th– 16th August

AMERSHAM
Dates & times: 2.30pm – 4.30pm, 29th July – 2nd August

Telephone: 0845 4004000
Website: www.perform.org.uk

FAIRYTALE ACADEMY, AMERSHAM

Fairytale Academy, where happy endings are our speciality! This summer, join the Fairytale Academy and graduate with honours after attending one of our magical workshops. Our aim is to provide a magical experience for every child inside our unique and beautiful setting. Using drama, music and props every child will learn what it means to be a real Fairy, Prince or Princess. All children will receive a ‘Fairytale Academy’ T-shirt, tiara, crown or wand and a certificate to confirm their attendance and graduation. Suitable for aspiring Fairies, Princes and Princesses from the age of 3 trs.

Dates: 2nd August, 19th August & 2nd September

Telephone: 07717 879903
Email: info@noizeeparka.co.uk

NOIZEE PRODUCTIONS, AMERSHAM

This summer, join Noizee Productions for our musical theatre and performance workshops. We provide a safe, fun and supportive environment where children and teenagers can explore various elements of musical theatre, dance and live entertainment. No previous experience is necessary and we strive to develop teamwork, collaboration and hope our students will make lasting new friendships. Our workshops and classes are taught by Entertainment Industry and Educational Professionals. All classes include, drama games, choreography, dance and singing. We are running a week intensive + performance course fro children aged 6 – 16 yrs.

Telephone: 07717 879903
Email: info@noizeeparka.co.uk

EDUCATIONAL

FLYING START TUITION – MOCK TESTS, BELLINGDON

Mock test days provide an invaluable opportunity for children to experience a test in a similar format to the new Bucks Eleven Plus. Flying Start mock days are amazing value at only £25 per mock (including two 45-minute tests covering all the subjects) and £20 per feedback session.  Special offer: book all five mock plus feedbacks for only £210! Mock tests will take place at Bellingdon and Asheridge Village Hall, Bellingdon, Chesham Road, Bucks, HP5 2XU

Dates: 27th July, 3rd August, 10th August, 17th August & 24th August
Tel: 01494 772898
Email: hello@flyingstarttuition.co.uk
Website: www.flyingstarttuition.co.uk

FLYING START TUITION – ELEVEN PLUS HOLIDAY COURSES, CHESHAM

Often, children’s progress slips during school holidays and this is of even greater concern now that the 11+ tests have been brought forward to early September. During the summer holidays, we are running a range of Eleven Plus holiday courses and mock tests, suitable for pupils in years four and five, from beginner to advanced level.

For more information, please have a look at our website. Places are booking up fast, with some modules already fully booked, so if you don’t want your child to miss out, please do get in touch soon.

Dates: 5th-9th August, 12th-16th August, 19th-23rd August, 27th-31st August
Tel: 01494 772898
Email: hello@flyingstarttuition.co.uk
Website: www.flyingstarttuition.co.uk

11 PLUS FOR PARENTS – 11+ SUMMER HOLIDAY COURSES, COLESHILL NEAR AMERSHAM

Running 2 holiday courses with different content. The courses cover a mixture of verbal reasoning, non verbal reasoning, literacy and maths activities. 11 Plus for Parents teach a variety of tips, strategies, time saving techniques and provide mock tests as essential exam practice. Additional care from 8:30am – 5:00pm available for an additional charge (please book this in advance). Please email for more information and to secure your place.

Dates: Summer 1 – 25th July & 26th July, 9am – 3:30pm
Dates: Summer 2 – 19th, 20th & 21st August, 9am – 3:30pm
Email: 11plusforparents@gmail.com
Website: www.facebook.com/11PlusForParents

HOLIDAY CLUBS

BUSY LIVING HOLIDAY PLAYSCHEME, AMERSHAM & CHALFONT ST PETER

Ofted registered holiday playscheme. Hourly bookings between 8am – 6pm at Amersham & Chalfont St Peter. Range of activities for 4-11 year olds. Accepts childcare vouchers & tax credits.

Telephone: 01494 722318
Email: info@busy-living.co.uk
Website: www.busy-living.co.uk

KIDDIES ACADEMY PLAYSCHEME, BEACONSFIELD

Playscheme at the Kiddies Academy in Beaconsfield. Morning / afternoons & all day sessions available 8am -6pm.

Address: Beaconsfield
Telephone: 01494 673088
Email: kiddiesacademy@aol.com
Website: www.kiddiesacademy.co.uk

DENHAM VILLAGE HOLIDAY CLUB, DENHAM

Run by experienced and qualified teachers, there will be a wide range of activities on offer, including Art and Craft, Sport and Drama. All children between the ages of 3 and 7 are welcome to attend. Starting on the week beginning Monday 29th July, your children and their friends are welcome for just one day or the whole week!

Dates: 29th July – 2ns August
Contact: Marie Redmond
Telephone: 07837538074
Email: simstutoring@gmail.com
Website: www.simstutoring.co.uk

SCIENCE

MAD SCIENCE, BEACONSFIELD, MARLOW, MILTON KEYNES & WENDOVER

Mad Science camps (for 5-12 year olds) offer a daily combination of in-class discovery and exploration, outdoor games and physical activities, and hands-on applications of the scientific principles presented. Your child will be able touch, see, hear, smell and taste what science is really all about. 10% sibling discount quote SIB02 at checkout.

BEACONSFIELD:

Dates & times: 12-16th August, 9.30am – 3.30pm

MARLOW:

Dates & times: 5th – 9th August, 9.30am – 3.30pm

MILTON KEYNES:

Dates & times: 5th – 9th August, 9.30am – 3.30pm

WENDOVER:

Dates & times: 29th July – 2nd August, 9.30am – 3.30pm

Telephone: 08454 75 75 07
Email: madscienceteam@aol.com
Website: http://southeast.madscience.org

SPORTS

CLIMBING WALL, SUPER CAMPS, AMERSHAM

Dates & times: 18th July
Telephone: 01235 832222
Website: www.supercamps.co.uk

SUPERCAMPS MULTI ACTIVITY CAMP, AMERSHAM

This programme is ideal for children aged 4-16 who want to try a wide variety of activities. Over 40+ activities that include Sports, Arts & Crafts

Dates & times: 15th July – 23rd August
Telephone: 01235 832222
Website: www.supercamps.co.uk

PLAYBALL, BEACONSFIELD

Playball offer a multi-skill programme of sports activities, fundamental movement skills and games for children. Suitable for ages 3+. Booking is essential.

Dates & times: 29th July – 2nd August, 11.30am – 2.30pm
Contact details: Biba & Joanne
Biba: 07958 538386 biballoyd@gmail.com
Joanne: 07736 405034 jforrestsmith@mac.com
Website: www.bucks.playballuk.com

ACTIVE ZONE AT THE BEACON, BEACONSFIELD

Courses running throughout the holidays.

Telephone: 01494 677764
Website: www.nexuscommunity.org

CHALFONT LEISURE CENTRE, CHALFONT ST PETER

Courses running throughout the holidays. Contact the centre for more info.

ACTIVE ZONE:

Active Zone is a day full of fun filled activities including, swimming, gym pit time, arts & crafts, sports & athletics and many more!  For children aged 5- 14 years. Parents will need to provide a packed lunch and drink for the child.

Dates & times: 9am until 5pm, 29th July – 23rd August

ROLLER FLATE:
Dates: Every Monday / Wednesday & Friday

POOL INFLATABLE SESSIONS:
Dates: Every Monday / Wednesday & Friday from 1pm until 2pm

SNORKELLING SESSIONS:
Dates & Times: 26th July & 30th August

SPLASH ‘N’ TUMBLE:
Dates & times: Every Thursday, 10.30am until 12 noon

SWIMMING LESSONS CRASH COURSES

Telephone: 01753 887812
Email: Julia.Mills@GLL.ORG
Website: www.GLL.org

CHESHAM LEISURE CENTRE PLAYSCHEMES, CHESHAM

ACTIVE ZONE:

Dates & times: 5th– 23rd August, 9am until 5pm.

SWIMMING:

During the summer holidays we have family fun sessions where the whole family can come along to swim, balls and floats will be put out for everyone to use. Please refer to our website www.better.org.uk for times and more information.

Telephone: 01494 791779.
Website: www.better.org.uk

PETER LAVERY TENNIS, CHESHAM BOIS

Summer Camps at Chesham Bois Tennis Club catering for all standards. Suitable for ages 2-17 years.

Dates: Monday 15th July – Thursday 29th August
Email: peterlaverytennis@live.com
Telephone: 07885 206587
Website: www.peterlaverytennis.com

TENNACE, GERRARDS CROSS

Tennis summer camps for 3-15 year olds at GXLTC for all abilities.

Date: Monday 15th July – Friday 30th August
Contact: Andy Scholfield
Contact details: 07791 912490
Website: www.tennace.com

THINK! TENNIS, GERRARDS CROSS

Tennis summer camps for ages 3 ½ years and over at Dukes Wood Lawn Tennis Club. One hour, half day and full day sessions available.

Date: Monday 22nd July – Friday 16th August
Contact: Tom
Telephone: 07814 440841
Email: tom.thinktennis@gmail.com
Website: www.thinktennisltd.com

SPRINGBUCKS GYNASTICS CLUB, HAZLEMERE

Gymnastics & Trampolining Camp for children aged 4 years + Springbucks Gymnastics Club is a friendly, recreational gymnastics and trampolining club with an emphasis on enjoyment and developing children’s confidence as they challenge themselves and learn new skills.

Dates & times: 5th – 9th August
Telephone: 07581 384176
Email: springbucksgc@gmail.com
Website: http://springbucks.co.uk

LONDON WASPS RUGBY SUMMER COACHCLASS, HIGH WYCOMBE RUFC

Player development course for players aged 6 – 12 years old.

Dates: Monday 29th July – Wednesday 31st July, 9.45am – 3.30pm
Website: https://bookings.rugbycamps.co.uk/index.php?action=view_camp&campid=1961#.Ub8UK6mcslJ

RJ YOGA CAMPS, MARLOW

R J Yoga Camps (for 3 – 14 year olds) are packed with fun with a variety of different exciting activities every day. This year at RJ’s Yoga summer camp we are going around the world with a variety of different exciting activities happening every day.
We will be holding a Bollywood dance academy, and a chance to have fun with our qualified gymnastics coach. We will be running our cookery and flower academies and Basil’s farmyard will also be there with there lovable animals.
We have bouncy castles, face painting, trampolines, rope swings and scooters and the children will have the opportunity to produce some wonderful pieces of art and imaginative crafts.
Dates: 29th July – 2nd August & 5th – 9th August, 10.30am to 4pm (earlier drop/later pick up can be arranged with prior notice)
Telephone: 01628 473226 / 07971 663848
Email: deborah@rjyoga.com
Website: http://www.rjyoga.com

ANDREW FLINTOFF CRICKET ACADEMY, MARLOW

4 day cricket academy fpr children aged 5 to 16 years.

Dates & times: 27th August – 30th August, 9.30am until 4.30pm. Extended hours for working parents available.
Website: http://www.andrewflintoffcricketacademy.co.uk/venues/marlow-cricket-club/

JUNIOR SAILING COURSE, BISHAM ABBEY SAILING SCHOOL, MARLOW

Dinghy sailing courses take place on the River Thames and follow the RYA Youth Sailors scheme and are available for children from 8 years old. Tuition is given with close supervision in small groups using lightweight dinghies. Courses are 4 day long running mid week, Tuesday through Friday. Suitable for children from 8 years.
Dates & times: 23rd July to 30th Aug, 9.30am until 4.30pm
Telephone: 01628 474960
Website: http://www.bishamabbeysailing.co.uk/dinghy-sailing/junior-courses

WYCOMBE WANDERERS FOOTBALL, VARIOUS LOCATIONS

WW SET offer fantastic football and multi-sports holiday courses during each school holiday period. The courses cater for boys and girls aged three to 12 years that run from 10am-3pm every day of the holidays. They give children of all levels of ability and experience in football and multi-sports the opportunity to have fun, make new friends and stay active both physically and mentally across the holiday period. Various locations throughout the Chilterns. Check the website for further information.

Telephone: 01494 441118
Email adam.davis@wwfc.com
Website: http://www.wwset.co.uk/holiday.php

RUGBYTOTS SUMMER CAMPS, HOLTSPUR & BEACONSFIELD

Packed with games and activities for children aged between 3 – 7 years. Places are limited so pre-booking is required. Please telephone or email for more information.

Dates & times: Camp 1 – 6th, 7th & 8th August, 10am – 1pm
Dates & times: Camp 2 – 27th, 28th & 29th August, 10am – 1pm
Cost: £25 per day or £70 for 3 days
Telephone: 0845 3133 259
Email: maria@rugbytots.co.uk
Website: www.rugbytots.co.uk

CLUBSPORT MULTI-SPORTS CAMP, HAZLEMERE, HIGH WYCOMBE & LACEY GREEN

Multi sport holiday camps suitable for year groups reception through year 6. Please telephone or email for further information.

Location: St Johns Primary, Lacey Green
Dates & times: 29th July – 9th August, 9am – 3pm

Location: Cedar Park School, Hazlemere
Dates & times: 12th – 23rd August, 9am – 3pm

Location: The Club, High Wycombe
Dates & times: 29th July – 30th August, 9am – 3pm

Telephone: 07877 828251
Email: info@clubsportuk.com
Website: www.clubsportuk.com

CLUBSPORT FOOTBALL CAMP, HIGH WYCOMBE

Football camp suitable for year groups reception through year 6. Please telephone or email for further information.

Location: Magnolia Park, Hughenden Valley
Dates & times: 6th, 7th & 8th August, 9am – 3pm
Dates & times: 13th, 14th & 15th August, 9am – 3pm
Dates & times: 20th, 21st & 22nd August, 9am – 3pm
Dates & times: 27th, 28th & 29th August, 9am – 3pm

Telephone: 07877 828251
Email: info@clubsportuk.com
Website: www.clubsportuk.com