Christmas Guide 2018

Christmas Guide 2018

Newbury Weekly News

Thursday, 15 November, 2018

Jubilee nurseries and holiday clubs winter fun

ROBIN Hood is a daring Christmas tale full of live music, laughter and bravery at The Watermill Theatre, Bagnor, from Thursday, November to Sunday, January 5 2019. Robin Hood returns home to find the greedy Sheriff of Nottingham starving the local people of Sherwood Forest. Courageous, kind and headstrong, she can’t stand by and watch friends and family suffer. Robin, the most skilful archer in the land, vows to be brave and stand up for the local people. Join the fearless, witty hero and a host of lively friends as they set off on a mission to steal from the rich and give to the poor. This hilarious new adaptation is written by acclaimed children's author Laura Dockrill and features new original music by Hugo White. Full of live music and songs performed by the cast, Robin Hood is an uplifting Christmas treat like no other. Suitable for age four upwards – the theatre is unable to admit children under three or babes in arms into the auditorium. After an action-packed adventure with Robin and the Merry Many, enjoy a tasty themed tea in the restaurant, available after all matinée perfor- mances. Please book when buying your theatre tickets. For audience members who may have autism, a sensory condition, dementia or a young baby, the theatre will host a relaxed performance of Robin Hood on Saturday 1 December at 2.30pm. The story is the same and the whole family can enjoy the show together. There will also be British Sign Language inte- grated performances on Wednesday, December 5 and Saturday, December 8 at 2.30pm, with a sign performer on stage translating alongside the actors. An audio described performance will take place on Saturday, November 24, at 2.30pm, for visually impaired audience members. Join Robin Hood for a Christmas adventure

it encourages children to make independent choices. There are always a multi- tude of activities on offer and if a child wants to do some- thing else – they can. Tailoring their day ensures children get a memorable experience at Jubilee’s holi- day clubs. Whether you are looking for term-time, full-time, sessional or school holiday care for your child, Jubilee has something to suit your family’s needs. They care for babies from three months through to children age 11. For further information, please visit their websites or call them to discuss your needs and arrange a visit on (0118) 970 1600. To celebrate the festive season, Jubilee are offering two days at one of their holi- day clubs – Jubilee Jets or Jubilee Cadets*. To find out more visit www.jubileejets.co.uk and www.jubileecadets.co.uk To be in with a chance of winning, answer the follow- ing question and send your entry to the address on page six. Q : What age group can attend Jubilee Cadets?

WINTER is a wonderful time for everyone at Jubilee Day Nursery and Jubilee Gems Nursery, Padworth, as children head outdoors and explore a treasure trove of natural wonders. Jubilee is well- known for its exceptional quality of outdoor learning and play and winter really is no exception. It’s a great opportunity to learn all about the changing seasons and the nurseries’ families love to join in at Christmas time for the magi- cal Winter Wonderland Walk, across Jubilee’s beau- tiful grounds. It culminates in the private woodland, which is brought to life with carols and fabu- lous themed activities for everyone to enjoy. There’s also a special visitor from the North Pole, who makes an early appearance before getting back to work. Children also flock to the school holiday clubs. Jubilee Cadets is for 5-11- year-olds who engage in woodland adventures with the caring team, encourag- ing children to connect with nature. Jubilee Jets is an action- packed activity-based club also offering care for chil- dren from Year R through to 11 years old. Free play is so important as

Please call the box office to book tickets in the best position for these performances. Tickets are £12 to £25. For more information and to book, visit watermill.org.uk or call the box office on (01635) 46044. The Watermill is offering four tickets to the 6pm performance of Robin Hood on Thursday, January 3. To be in with a chance of winning, answer the following question and send your entry to the address on page six. Q : Robin Hood’s arch enemy is the greedy Sheriff, but which UK city is he the Sheriff of ? Win 4 tickets to see Robin Hood at the Watermill Answer ....................................................................... Name ......................................................................... Address ...................................................................... ................................................................................... .................................................................................... Email .......................................................................... Daytime tel. no ........................................................... Watermill competition

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*Winner can choose to use their prize for up to two full days for one child or one full day each for two children during 2019. Jubilee wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!

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Thursday 15 November to Saturday 5 January 2019

Adapted by Laura Dockrill Music by HugoWhite

A daring tale full of live music, laughter and bravery!

Conveniently located between Newbury, Reading and Basingstoke in Padworth. Truly unique day nursery and school holiday care with a focus on outdoor learning for children from 3 months to 11 years of age.

Tickets £25 to £12

Suitable for ages 4+

The Watermill Theatre & Restaurant, Bagnor, Newbury RG20 8AE

Woodland Holiday Club