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April 5, 2023 Mums&Dads 7 Comments holiday clubs and camps, SciTech, STEM, Wythenshawe

SciTech Reboot

After a three-year pause, SciTech is resuming its adventure, under new management but with the same approach: “to understand science you have to do it!”

Young actors in Matilda production at the King's

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March 30, 2023 Mums&Dads 0 Comments Macclesfield, shows, The King’s School

Matilda Moved Heaven and Earth

An extraordinary Production of this classic tale at the King’s Infant and Junior Division.

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March 23, 2023 Mums&Dads 0 Comments books

Books written by Joanne Appleby and beautifully illustrated by Katarina Nice can be found in many independent bookshops in and around Manchester, they are also sold by National Trust gift shops and Waterstones.

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March 21, 2023 Mums&Dads 0 Comments Easter, Easter party tips

Easter Hacks from Major Bunce Home

Shares Easter Hacks For Cheap and Fun Family Time Casey Major-Bunce from Portsmouth, a Mum of 4 and an inspirational influencer star is on a mission to reduce stress and overwhelm by sharing her Easter hacks focused on fun family time.

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March 21, 2023 Mums&Dads 0 Comments Cheadle Hulme, Greenbank Preparatory School

Greenbank Prep: Outstanding Y6’s Entrance Exams.

Year 6 pupils at Greenbank Preparatory School in Cheadle Hulme are celebrating outstanding examination results. They are also proud winners of a number of scholarships from top schools across the region.

The Year 6 children at the top independent preparatory school on Heathbank Road in Cheadle Hulme won two academic scholarships, one music scholarship, one academic high potential programme and two sports high potential programmes from top schools across the region.

Mother daughter on the go | photo by Sai de Silva

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March 15, 2023 Mums&Dads 0 Comments mother's day, mother's gift ideas

Mother’s Day on the Go

Mother’s day can, of course, be spent at home or in a nice cosy cafe round the corner. But if you’re feeling adventurous and think that she might be too, you can take mum on a boat cruise, taxi city tour or through the countryside by steam train.

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March 9, 2023 Mums&Dads 0 Comments animal places to visit, Knutsford, Tatton Park

Lambing Week at Tatton Park’s Farm

Visitors could be lucky enough to see a lamb being born, while listening to knowledgeable farm staff giving talks in the lambing shed. Lambing Week runs from Saturday 1 to Thursday 6 April 2023.

Learn with Lights Piano | musical toy by Hape, E0627

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March 8, 2023 Mums&Dads 8 Comments educational toys, music and sound toys

Win a New Musical Toy by Hape

“Learn with Lights Piano” is a beautiful, electric piano with 25 light up keys. This toy will be enjoyed by your toddler and prepare them for a more advanced musical education and lifelong love of music.

Stargazing | Photo by Yuting Gao, pexels 1567069

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February 20, 2023 Mums&Dads 0 Comments stargazing, STEM

Free Half Term Activity: Stargaze at the New Moon Tonight!

New to stargazing? Wheelwrights, a holiday property managers in the Lake District, based in Elterwater, have put together a beginner’s guide on viewing the stars. They also list the best spots in the Lake District to stargaze this half term, and where to stay nearby.

Families enjoying the scarecrows at Tatton 2023

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February 8, 2023 Mums&Dads 0 Comments holiday, scarecrow festival, Tatton Park

Tatton Park’s Annual Scarecrow Festival this February Half Term

This year’s Festival will showcase a right royal mix of famous faces and colourful characters – all made from straw! Inspired by the King’s forthcoming coronation on May 6. Head to Tatton Park’s Gardens and Farm to see if you can spot the straw royalty!

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February 7, 2023 Mums&Dads 0 Comments

Happy Birthday from Afar!

Whether you’re far away and can’t visit someone on their birthday, or you’re busy and will catch up with them on another day, there are still some simple ways to show someone how much you care.