Rutland County Museum Summer Holiday Exhibition

18 Jul 09 (ends: 04 October 2009)
Venue: Rutland County Museum, Catmose Street, Oakham

The exhibition explores the British seaside, holiday camps, camping and caravanning, cruises and package holidays.  With fun games for children.

Sandringham Flower Show

29 Jul 09
Venue: Sandringham Estate

Adult £7/ children £2.  Free parking.  Tel: 01485 520368.

Make Your Summer Fly BY! the Hub in Sleaford

29 Jul 09 (ends: 31 July 2009)
Venue: Sleaford

Make Your Summer Fly By!

Keep your fingers busy this summer as you make colourful kites or balloons at the Hub in Sleaford!

The Hub National Centre for Craft & Design will be offering six exciting hands-on workshops for the whole family to enjoy.

In just one workshop you will be able to produce your very own workable kite or balloon. If you attend more than one session you will be able to tackle more challenging designs.

Enjoy kite making workshops from 29 to 31 July and hot air balloon making workshops from 3 to 5 August.

Children aged six to 16 year olds are invited to take part. Sessions are held between 10am and 12noon for six to 11 year olds, and 1pm to 3pm for 11 to 16 year olds.

Youngsters aged between six and 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Come and enjoy practical learning at its best!

Each workshop costs £6 per person and must be booked in advance, as places are limited.

To find out more or to book your place now, call 01529 308710, visit http://www.thehubcentre.info/ or email info@thehubcentre.info

ENDS

For more information contact:

Barry Hepton, Head of Learning, 01529 308712

Linda Mellor, Marketing and Sales Manager, 01522 694353 01529 308717

Laura Meadows, Tourism Marketing Officer, 01529 308717


Bird Watching for Beginners at Fineshade Woods

29 Jul 09
Category: General
Venue: Fineshade Woods

Wednesdays 15th, 22nd & 29th July

Birdwatching for Kids

Top Lodge, Fineshade Woods, Northamptonshire

Learn how to spot and identify birds in your garden and in the wider countryside. Pick up hints and tips from the experts.

Start/duration: 10.30am – 12pm

Meet at: the RSPB shop.

Cost: £3 per child, adults £1. £1 off for RSPB/Wex members. (Car park charges apply)

Booking: Essential. Please contact the RSPB on 01780 444691.

Top Lodge is in the village of Fineshade, which is signposted off the A43 between Stamford and Corby.


Reading at the Rec

29 Jul 09
Category: Stamford
Venue: Stamford Recreation Ground

Taking place at the Bandstand between 1pm and 3pm - Stamford Library are bringing their story time up to the Rec with story telling, picture book reading and rhymes for children and their carers.  Free Event.

Summer Garden Tour & Tea at Belton House

29 Jul 09
Category: Grantham
Venue: Belton House

Summer Garden Tour & Tea - Wednesday 29 July at 2pm
There's just a few tickets left on this fabulous tour of Belton's Gardens with our Head Gardener Fred Corrin followed by Afternoon Tea in the Stables Restaurant. So call 01476 566116 to book your tickets