Scallymag for Todmorden & Hebden Bridge - Winter '11

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Walsden, Cornholme, Todmorden, Hebden Bridge, Mytholmroyd, Luddendenfoot & Surrounding Areas

Winter ‘11 Issue 35

DAILY DIARIESFor Pre-school and

Out-of-School Activities

FeaturesPrimay School Applications

Sushi CoursesTruly Scrumptious Tea

OUT & ABOUTClitheroe Castle

Beacon Fell Country Park

Family HealthKeeping Fit over Winter

Look after your back while driving

Family MattersThe role of the Doula

LiteracyNews from The Book Case

PlusMuch, Much More!

Family HealthKeeping Fit over Winter

Look after your back while

News from The Book Case

PlusMuch, Much More!

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Post or Email your Children’s “For Sale” adverts to us, we’ll put them on our website and print them in our next issue. We can also advertise “Wanted” items.

No Trade Please

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Baby Annabell wardrobe. Complete with a set of metal hangers made to fit by my very clever Dad! A couple of stickers are missing but otherwise in great condition.

£10.00 01706 819426*

Little Tykes plastic kitchen/foldaway ironing board with accessories

£10.00 01706 818578*

Assortment of plates, pans, cups etc£3.00 01706 818578

*Plastic food, basket of plastic fruit/veg to ‘chop’, ‘packets of food’, shopping

trolley£10.00 01706 818578

*Girls bike 14 ins wheel£20.00 01706 818578

*Dolls pram with carrycot, plus travel cot, high chair, papoose, changing bag-all to

match -excellent condition£18.00 01706 818578

*Ikea wooden dolls cot and bedding

£5.00 01706 818578*

Lots of jigsaw puzzles in vgc£2.00 each 01706 818578

Lots of children’s books in fantastic condition - come and look!

01706 818578*

Girl’s clothes-all ages from birth to 10 years. Includes Next, Boden

01706 818578*

Boy’s clothes-all ages from birth to 6 years. Includes Next, Boden

01706 818578*

Duplo. 1 large and 1 small tub plus base for building

£10.00 01706 818578*

Duplo plastic dumper truck£5.00 01706 818578

*Duplo helicopter

£5.00 01706 818578*

Lots of children’s story and music CDs50p to £1.00 01706 818578

*Girls coats. Long cream ‘Bench’ coat age 8yrs, black ‘Pineapple’ coat age

10yrs, Stone Boden jacket age 9-10yrs01706 818578

*Travel cot

£30.00 07891181103

Recaro universal car seat. Suitable 15-36kg. Young style, blue velour scharz

with extendable headrest£30.00 07891181103

*Selection of Fancy dress costumes:

All-in-one grey tabbycat costume size 140cm (8-10 yrs)

King/Prince costume with crown, cape, belt, shirt and breeches (size medium

7-10 yrs)All in perfect condition and all come

from a smoke free home.£10.00 each 01706 819472

*Mamas & Papas prima papa highchair. Suitable from 4 months to 3 years. Very

good condition£20.00 ono 07970 029915

*HandySitt seat. Designed to sit a

child right up to the table from approx. 7 months to 4.5 years and can be

adjusted to fit to almost all adult dining chairs. Excellent condition

£15.00 07970 029915*

Buggyboard-Maxi. A stand-on platform that attaches to your pushchair or pram, allowing an older brother or sister to ride

along. Very good condition£5.00 07970 029915

PUKY tricycle with adult push bar. From approx. 2 years. Very good condition

£25.00 ono 07970 029915*

Buggy Snuggle, navy blue fleece with sheep on. Pushchair footmuff designed to be compatible with all pushchairs &

strollers. Excellent condition£5.00 07970 029915

*Wooden dolls cot roughly 40cm long, with rocking base. Very well made,

hardly used£40.00 07891 181103

*Dolls high chair

£10.00 07891 181103*

Rosebud Dolls House (ELC) with all furniture but no family

£70.00 01706 814549*

7-in-1 Child’s games table from Argos. New condition

£50.00 01706 814549

Don’t Forget:Between issues visit our website

www.thescallymag.co.ukfor an up-to-date list of items For Sale

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Editor: Hazel BregazziLay-out & Design: Hazel BregazziPublishing: Bankside House Publishing, TodmordenDistribution: Many thanks to all schools, groups and other businesses which help with the distribution of The Scallymag®

Special Thanks: To all advertisers whose contribution ensures the magazine can be distributed Free of ChargeEditorial & Advertising: Hazel Bregazzi, Bankside House,OL14 6BU [email protected]: Whilst every care is taken to ensure that information contained in this magazine is true, accurate and fair, the publisher cannot take any responsibility for events arising from the use of this information. Any statements or opinions given in this magazine are not necessarily those of the publisher.© The Scallymag® 2011Nothing may be reproduced without permission

contentsDiary Pages Playgroups, Swimming, Libraries & Soft Play Pre-School Diary Out-Of-School DiaryCompetitions Design our next front coverOut & About Clitheroe Castle Beacon Fell Country ParkClassified Adverts The place to buy and sell you baby and kids stuffFamily Health Our own Health Team answer your questions Keeping fit through WinterLiteracy The latest news from The Book CaseFamily Matters What does a Doula Do?News Scout Post details for 2011 Gallery Petite Minor Ailments ServiceFeature Applying for a school place FAQs Heptonstall School Improvements Sushi Tuesday Truly Scrumptious

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contact usFor competition entries, to discuss and book advertising space, ideas for future articles or just to let us know what you think of the magazine, please get in touch by any of the following means:

Bankside House, Haugh Road, Todmorden, OL14 [email protected] 814392www.thescallymag.co.ukThe Scallymag (Todmorden & Hebden Bridge)

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Congratulations To:Mae Walton

aged 6, of Todmorden, who painted the wonderful picture

“Christmas is Coming”which won the competition to appear on our front cover this time plus the £25 voucher to spend at Silly Billy’s Toy

Shop in Hebden Bridge.Many thanks to Bill for judging the competition this time.

www.storymagictheatre.co.uk

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We have driven through Clitheroe many times,

occasionally we have stopped and walked around the shops, but we had never visited the castle until recently.

It was an unusually sunny Autumn day when we decided to have an afternoon out. Clitheroe is very easy to get to and quite a pleasant drive, around Pendle hill. Parking in the town was a bit difficult, on a nice Saturday afternoon, but eventually we found somewhere and set off to the castle.

The tower structure that dominates the skyline of the town is the Norman castle keep. It is quite a small structure perched high on the hill in the middle of what is now a nice town park, with a

play area, bowling greens and pleasant gardens. It is all free to explore. But the main reason for the visit was the recently refurbished castle museum, housed in what was the Stewards house, adjacent to the castle keep itself.

The museum was reopened in 2009 after a £3.5m makeover and, this year, won small visitor attraction of the year for Lancashire. The leaflet claims it is a journey through 350 million years of history and, indeed, the first room in the exhibition is about the geology of the area, including some

great samples of fossils and interesting demonstrations showing how the landscape around east Lancashire was formed.

The exhibition then continues to lead you from room to room, each one being a small exhibition in itself. There is local Natural History, the history of the castle, a little bit about the Steward’s House you are in and a history of the town of

Clitheroe, including the famous Pendle Witches. I found each part was small enough to keep the children’s interests without getting boring and there was plenty to do to keep all ages engaged. Almost every room had hands on activities – brass rubbing, seal stamping or dressing up, plus touch-screen activities. Some thought had gone in to the layout too as parents could sit and listen to extracts from the extensive local sound archives while the children were busy with the activities.

Overall I thought it was very good. Not too big – there are only a couple of hours here at most – and not too expensive – children are free with a paying adult. There is a café selling snacks and light meals, including a children’s menu of beans-on-toast and that sort of thing or plenty of places throughout the park for a picnic.

Clitheroe Castle MuseumCastle Hill, Clitheroe. BB7 1BA

01200 424568 www.lancashire.gov.uk/clitheroecastlemuseum

great samples of fossils and interesting demonstrations showing how the landscape around east Lancashire was formed.

continues to lead you from room to room, each one being a small exhibition in itself. There is local Natural History, the history of the castle, a little bit about the Steward’s House you are in and a history of the town of

You can still see many original features

inside the Castle Keep

play area, bowling greens

museum, housed in what

million years of history and, indeed, the Clitheroe, including the famous Pendle

01200 424568 www.lancashire.gov.uk/clitheroecastlemuseum

There are amazing views in all directionsfrom the Castle

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NEW Saturday classes in HeywoodSports Village

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A huge variety of quality Wooden Toys

Unusual Wooden Gifts for all ages A large selection of locally

handmade products Handcrafted custom made solid

wood furniture Handmade bespoke 100% solid

wood kitchens

wood kitchens

19 Burnley Rd, Todmorden, OL14 7BU www.enchantingwood.co

Todmorden, OL14 7BUwww.enchantingwood.co 01706817377

Things have changed fast in the four months since Sushi

Tuesday first opened up for business in Todmorden.

Local women Corinne Kielty and Kate Wheadon’s original concept of selling fresh sushi lunchboxes has grown to include a variety of box sizes for different appetites and main meals, platters for parties and their increasingly popular Connoisseur Club. Now the ladies are expanding their business further with the introduction of the Sushi Tuesday Saturday School. These are monthly sushi training courses which they will start running in the New Year.

“Our course offers the opportunity to have fun, learning the skills required to make sushi at home in a small, informal group setting,” says Corinne. The two hour hands-on lesson teaches the basic skills needed to:

Prepare sushi rice and vegetablesMake thin and fat sushi rolls (hosomaki & futomaki) and ISO (inside out) rolls Create nigiri, gunkan and hand roll sushiThe course also includes your sushi for lunch, drinks and

a big box of your own creations to take home and show off to your family and friends.

Vouchers for Sushi Tuesday Saturday School are available now priced at a special introductory price of £65.

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It was a warm sunny day and we all fancied a day out, to get some fresh air.

Nothing too strenuous but somewhere… different.Up a hill sounded good, but with a 6 and a 4 year old, there had to be some good motivating factors to get us all to the top in a happy mood. With trails to follow, woodwork sculptures to seek out and obviously ice cream at the end of the walk, all the essential factors were there.

To be fair, Beacon Fell is not close by; say an hour away, situated in the Forest of Bowland, about 10 miles from Preston. But if you were spending the day out in the area, having lunch, going shopping or just investigating the Forest of Bowland, then it’s an excellent place to stretch your legs on a sunny afternoon. Beacon Fell Country Park consists of 271 acres of woodland, moorland and farmland. It’s one of the oldest in the country, designated as a country park in 1970. The Beacon Fell summit is 266 metres above sea level and offers magnificent views of The Forest of Bowland and Morecambe Bay. Supposedly on a clear day it is possible to see the Isle of Man.

The Park is a popular place for visitors who want to see all sorts of wildlife, from rabbits, to weasels and dragonflies, even deer. It has a network

of well-maintained footpaths through woodland catering for all levels of ability and interest. Maps of the trails around the Park can be downloaded from the Lancashire County Council website or leaflets can be obtained from the on-site Visitor centre.

It’s a great idea having woodwork pieces of art spread around the Park, especially if you are walking with young children. An excellent distraction to the question, ‘Are we nearly at the top yet?’ And it’s a good game to encourage

those little legs to keep moving. Lookout for the bat, snake, deer, wolf-head bench and lizard! All the sculptures are big and easily seen, perfect for young eyes to seek out.

If you are feeling more adventurous and your children are older, there are two orienteering course packs that can be purchased for a small charge from the Visitor Centre, you can even

purchase certificates for your child if they complete the course.

The Bowland Visitor Centre, which is close to the car park and toilets, provides information about the fell and the Forest of Bowland, it also serves a variety of beverages, hot and cold food, light snacks, all day breakfasts, sweets and of course… ice cream. There are picnic tables dotted around should you wish to take your own food, even a barbeque area with cooking grates provided! A tarmac road runs around

the park and is subject to traffic control which makes it a “one way” system. All the facilities and car parks are accessible from the circuit road and the main car parks, which are free.

Be warned: please do not make the mistake my 4 year old did. Just because it has the word ‘park’ in the name it doesn’t mean there are swings, slides or roundabouts to scramble about on. This is a beautiful wildlife area, a great place for a peaceful walk in the fresh air with some very pretty scenery to enjoy. Having said that, we all enjoyed the change!

Bowland Visitor Centre Winter Opening Times - (October to Easter)

10.00am - 5.00pmseven days a week

Beacon Fell Country ParkGoosnargh, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 2NL 01995 640557

as a country park in 1970. The Beacon

the park and is subject to traffic control which makes it a “one way” system. All the facilities and car parks are accessible from the circuit road and the main car parks, which are free.

make the mistake my 4 year old did. Just because it has the word ‘park’ in the name it doesn’t mean there are swings, slides or roundabouts to scramble about on. This is a beautiful wildlife area, a great place for a peaceful walk in the fresh air with some very pretty scenery to enjoy. Having said that, we all enjoyed the change!

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Open DayWednesday 1st Feb, 2012

St. John's, Cragg ValeKindergarten 3 to 6 yearsSchool from age 6

Phone Marilyn - 01422 885249 | www.hebdensteiner.com

Charity: 1090119

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When my daughter Katie changed to a new primary school in

September, I agreed she could have a couple of new friends over for tea. Before I knew it the “couple” had turned into eight of them!

I was worried about how I was going to feed eight girls something they would all like, but one of the other mums suggested speaking to a mutual friend, Rachel, from Truly Scrumptious.

So, whilst I was collecting the girls from school, Rachel came and set up my dining table with her beautiful china tea sets, napkins, flowers and paper butterflies.

Before we showed the girls into the dining room, I expressed my concerns to Rachel. I was worried that they would charge into the room, eat as little and as quickly as possible and rush off again to carry on playing. Rachel assured me that this wouldn’t be the case, and it certainly wasn’t!

The girls walked into the room and were mesmerised! All we could hear

were “oohs”, “aahs” and “wows”. Before our eyes they suddenly turned from noisy, squealing seven year olds into quite refined little ladies, eating their tiny heart-shaped sandwiches and miniature scones and pouring pink milk shake from a tea pot into their tea cups. Pure pleasure, I think you’ll agree, for little girls who normally get little more than a plastic tea set.

They sat eating and chatting for much longer than I expected. The other mums and I commented on how much more they actually ate compared to a normal party tea, because it was all part of the fun!

Katie has since repeatedly asked if we can do it again and I have promised we can do it for her birthday, though I may do it as a treat for myself and my friends before then.

So, if you have a little girl (I would probably say from about 5 upwards) and would love to see something a little different from the average birthday party, I would really recommend Little Miss Scrumptious.

I assure you they will love it.

Doula (pronounced “doola”) is a Greek word which originally meant “woman caregiver”. It is now used to mean an experienced woman who offers emotional and practical

support to a woman (or couple) before, during and after childbirth.

A doula will build a personal relationship with the family during pregnancy, so she can offer the right support to each individual family.

Most doulas offer a birth doula service and a postnatal doula service, and families can choose whether they want just pregnancy and birth support, or just post-natal support, or both.

What does a doula do?A doula’s role is to empower the

mother. A doula believes in “mothering the mother” - helping a woman to have the most satisfying and empowered time that she can during pregnancy, birth and the early days as a new mum. This type of support also helps the whole family to relax and enjoy the experience.

In practical terms this could involve:providing access to information and antenatal researchhelping a couple think through their plans for birth, and working out what care will best suit them (local hospital, different hospital, home, birth centre, independent midwife)being a consistent, reassuring and experienced presence during labour taking on practical tasks during labour (filling pools, helping with other children, making cuppas), leaving the mum’s partner free to be with herdebriefing with the family after the birthoffering practical post-natal supportoffering emotional support to adjust to life with an increased family size.some doulas also have qualifications in breastfeeding counselling, infant massage, and babywearing.

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Who might use a doula?Anyone. The calm that a doula can bring to the birthing room can be of benefit to any woman in labour. The practical help that a doula can bring in the early days of a new baby can be of benefit to any family. Below are some examples of how a doula might help in different sitautions:

What effect does using a doula have?

There’s lots of anecdotal evidence that using a doula has a positive effect on the whole family, but the formal research speaks for itself too. Research has shown that having a doula present at a birth:

Shortens first-time labour by an average of 2 hours Decreases the chance of caesarean section by 50% Decreases the need for forceps delivery by 43%Decreases the need for pain medication Helps fathers participate with confidence Increases success in breast-feeding

(Findings taken from “Mothering the Mother” by Klaus, Kennell & Klaus, 1993)

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How can I check if my doula is a good doula?

A good doula is the doula who is right for you. If you are considering hiring a doula, meet several doulas in your area, and spend some time interviewing them. Ask lots of questions about their training, experience and services. See if you feel you can connect with this person – if you are going to share one the most important and intimate experiences of your life with them, you need to feel connected to them. A good doula will always ask if you have met other doulas, and if not will encourage you to do so.

At the moment there are no requirements for becoming a doula in the UK, anyone can call themselves a doula and practice. There are many training courses around, some of which are great. You may want to ask your doula about the courses she did, and any other relevant qualifications she has (such as breastfeeding support, baby massage and homeopathy for labour), and then look at the course content online for yourself.

There is also a voluntary organisation for doulas called Doula UK (www.doula.org.uk). If your doula is a member of Doula UK it means that the training she has done will have been of a certain standard, and that she will have spent time as a trainee doula, being supervised by a very experienced doula. It also means that she has agreed to practice within certain standards which Doula UK set. Some doulas choose not to join Doula UK for a variety of reasons, or leave because they have an alternative support system, and there are many good, experienced doulas who are not members. But it is worth asking your potential doula if they are a member, and if not, checking with them why not.

The doulaBy Mari Greenfield from The Hebden Doula

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Doula (pronounced “doola”) is a Greek word which originally

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The second spread shows the many different activities available for school age children, from Chess to Dancing, Karate to Brass bands! Again, please use the contact details provided to check details before setting out.

Pre-schools and Playgroups take children from around 2½ years for up to 10 sessions per week.

All children become entitled to 15 hours nursery (or pre-school or playgroup) education per term-time week (up to 38 weeks per year), free of charge, starting at the beginning of the term following their third birthday. Please call any of the groups listed for further details

The centre spread is always the pre-school diary. All activities listed on these pages will require an adult to remain with the child at all times. Some activities have limited places, some only run in term time and some may be cancelled at short notice. We always advise phoning ahead before setting out to any activity and, for some of the courses, it is essential. All Children’s Centre services are free, with any donations gratefully received. Some sessions may be bookable.

The heart of The Scally Mag are the following indispensible diary pages.

If any details are out-of-date, inaccurate or missing, please get in touch with us using any of the methods listed on page 3. Accuracy in these matters is important to us, but we need your help!

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Monday 9:15 - 11:451.00 - 3.30*ages 2 - 5

9:20 - 3:30*ages 2½ to 4

9:15 - 11:4512:45 - 3:15*ages 2½ to 5

9:30 - 11:30ages 2 - 4

9:45 - 1:45ages 3 to 6

Tuesday 9:15 - 11:451.00 - 3.30*ages 2 - 5

9:20 - 3:30*ages 2½ to 4

9:15 - 11:4512:45 - 3:15*ages 2½ to 5

9:45 - 1:45ages 3 to 6 9:15 - 3:15

ages 2½ to 6

Wednesday 9:15 - 11:451.00 - 3.30*ages 2 - 5

9:20 - 3:30*ages 2½ to 4

9:15 - 11:4512:45 - 3:15*ages 2½ to 5

9:30 - 11:30ages 2 - 4

9:45 - 1:45ages 3 to 6

9:15 - 3:15ages 2½ to 6

Thursday 9:15 - 11:451.00 - 3.30*ages 2 - 5

9:20 - 3:30*ages 2½ to 4

9:15 - 11:4512:45 - 3:15*ages 2½ to 5

9:45 - 1:45ages 3 to 6

9:15 - 3:15ages 2½ to 6

Friday 9:15 - 11:451.00 - 3.30*ages 2 - 5

9:20 - 3:30*ages 2½ to 4

9:15 - 11:4512:45 - 3:15*ages 2½ to 5

9:45 - 1:45ages 3 to 6

9:15 - 3:15ages 2½ to 6

* Lunchtime supervision is also provided for children staying all day, for a small extra charge.

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YHeptonstall Parents & Toddler Group 10:00 - 11:45Heptonstall Social & Bowling Club, Acre Lane, HeptonstallHannah-Louise -07528 626 000

Parent & Toddler Swimming12:30 - 1:30Shade Junior & Infant School, Shade, Todmorden01706 812913

Steiner Parent & Child10.00 - 12.00St John’s Centre, Cragg Vale Sally - 07904 052816

TalkFirst Baby & Toddler Signing10:00 - 11:00Fielden Centre, Ewood Lane, TodmordenSusan - 01706 878781

Mytholmroyd Toddlers9:30 - 11:30Mytholmroyd Community Centre, Elphaborough, Mytholmroyd01422 882226

Centre Vale Toddlers9:30 - 11:30The Bowling Pavillion, Centre Vale Park, Burnley Road, TodmordenPlease call in for details

Old Town Parents & Toddlers9:00 - 11:00Old Town Primary School, Billy Lane, Old TownKate - 07917 793192

St. Josephs Toddlers9:15 - 11:15St Joseph’s School, Wellington Road, Todmorden01706 812948

Blackshaw Head Parents & Toddler Group9:30 - 11:30Blackshaw Head Chapel, Hebden BridgeAnn - 01706 810596

The Methodist Church Toddler Group9:30 - 11:30Scout Road, MytholmroydJoyce Greenwood -01422 883792

Luddendenfoot 0 to 5’s9:15 - 11:15Luddenden Foot Civic Centre, Station Road, Luddenden FootJane - 01422 885495

Centre Vale Toddlers9:30 - 11:30The Bowling Pavillion, Centre Vale Park, Burnley Road, TodmordenPlease call in for details

Mytholm Parent & Toddlers9:00 - 11:00Hebden Royd School, Church Lane, Hebden Bridge01422 842821

St Michael’s Angels9:30 - 11:00St Michael’s Church HallMytholmroydCatherine - 01422 883130

Stubbings Toddler Group9:00 - 11:00Stubbings Infant School, School Street, Hebden Bridge,01422 842728

Aquatots9:30 - 10:15, 10:15 - 11.00 & 11.00 - 11.45 Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 839090

Ducklings Swimming Classes4:00 - 4:30, 5:30 - 6:00,6:00 - 6:30Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 839090

Pre-School Swimming Classes (Level 2+)4:30 - 5:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 839090

Ducklings Swimming Classes9:00 - 9:30, 10:30 - 11:00, 11:15 - 11:45, 4:30 - 5:00, 6:00 - 6:30Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 839090

Dodnaze Parent & Toddlers9.45 - 11.15Dodnaze Community Centre,54 Hirst Grove, Hebden Bridge

Little Bear Feet11:30 - 12:15TodmordenDawn - 01706 839113Age 1½ - 3 yrs

Melody Movements 9:00 - 9:45TodmordenDawn - 01706 839113Age 3 - 4 yrs

First Ballet & Tip Tap Toe10:00 - 11:00TodmordenDawn - 01706 839113Age 4 -5 yrs




Lumbutts Baby & Toddlers9:30 - 11:15Lumbutts Methodist ChurchLumbuttsHelen

Central Street Parents & Toddler Group9:00 - 11:00Central Street Infants School, Hebden Bridge.Pauline - 01422 842784

Midgley Under 5’s9:45 - 11:15Midgley School, MidgleyAnn - 01422 881139

Little Bear Feet10:00 - 10:45TodmordenDawn - 01706 839113Age 1½ - 3 yrs

Stay & Play10:00 - 11:30Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden01706 548140 - FREE

Steiner Parent & Child10.00 - 12.00Steiner Centre, Macpelah, Hebden Bridge Sally - 07904 052816

Jo Jingles9:30 - 10:15 (under 2s), 10:30 - 11:15, 11:30 - 12:15 (over 2s), 12:30 - 1:15 (over 3s),1:30 (3 - 9 months) Todmorden Sports Centre, Jo Corbett - 01706 212889

Pre-School Ballet & Tap9:15 - 10:15The Conservative Club, Rochdale Road, TodmordenSarah Hitchon - 07929 576785

Fun Swim1:30 - 2:45Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 839090

Toy Library9:30 - 11:30Central Methodist Church, TodmordenPete - 07724 528027

Melody Makers10:00 - 10:40Dodnaze Community Centre, Hirst Grove, Hebden BridgePatricia - 01422 844037

Information Service (Drop-in support for Children & Families)10:00 - 12:00Hebden Vale Children’s Centre, Hebden Bridge01422 844904

TalkFirst 9:30 - 10:30Hebden Vale Children’s Centre, Hebden Bridge01422 844904FREE

Baby Massage1:30 - 3:00Valley Medical Centre, Valley Road, Hebden Bridge01422 841218

Talk Group (For Families of children with additional needs)11:00 - 1:00 2nd Sat of monthThe Fielden Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01422 847444 - FREE

Parent & Toddlers9:00 - 10:30Scout Road Primary School, Scout Road, Mytholmroyd01422 883327

TalkFirst10:30 - 11:15Jitterbugs Play Area, Todmorden Road, LittleboroughSharon - 01706 378123


Arts & Crafts1:00 - 2:00Hebden Vale Children’s Centre, Hebden Bridge01422 844904FREE

Bongo Bongos9:30 - 10:30 (Term Time Only)Various Locations01706 548140FREE

Mytholmroyd Toddlers9:30 - 11:30Mytholmroyd Community Centre, Elphaborough, Mytholmroyd01422 882226

Bongo Bongos9:00 - 10:00 (Term Time Only)Cornholme J&I School, Portsmouth, Todmorden01706 548140FREE

Family Stay and Play10:00 - 11:30Hebden Vale Children’s Centre, Hebden Bridge01422 844904FREE

Steiner Parent & Child10.00 - 12.00Steiner Centre, Macpelah, Hebden Bridge Sally - 07904 052816

Steiner Parent & Child10.00 - 12.00St John’s Centre, Cragg Vale Sally - 07904 052816

Counselling Service for Parents (by referral)1.30 - 5.00Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden01422 250081 - FREE

Bongo Bongos10.00 - 11.00Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden01706 548140

Toddler Talk9.00 - 11.00 (2nd Thu only)Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden01706 548140 - FREE

Baby/postnatal Yoga11:30 & 2:00Blessingway, Birchcliffe Centre, Hebden BridgeElaine - 07967 974 376

Pregnancy Yoga1:30 & 7:30Blessingway, Birchcliffe Centre, Hebden BridgeElaine - 07967 974 376

Talk First (baby signing)1:00 - 1:45Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden 01706 548140FREE

Reflexology (by referral)9.00 - 12.00Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden 01706 548140



PEEP Group (For families and children with additional needs)1:30 - 2:45Hebden Vale Children’s Centre, Hebden BridgeAmanda - 01422 224156FREE

Wild Things Drama Group 3:45 - 4:30Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden01706 548140FREE

Baby Stay and Play9:30 - 11:30Todmorden Health Centre, 01706 548140FREE

FixLifestyles Mums & Babies Training1:30 - 2:30, 3:00 - 4:0010a Top Land Country Business Park, Cragg ValeRachel - 07702 796236

Intro to Football1:45 - 2:30Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 839090

Kids Disco & Cheer9:00 - 10:00TodmordenDawn - 01706 839113Age 3 - 6 yrs

Post Natal Mum & Baby Yoga11:00 - 12:30Calderale Yoga Centre, 38 Hangingroyd Lane, Hebden BridgeDonna 07985 274181

Montessori Pre-School Group 10:00 - 12:00Glen House Montessori School, Cragg vale, Hebden Bridge01422 884682

Todmorden Family Support12:30 - 2:00 alternate weeksTodmorden Fire Station Community Room, Stansfield Road, TodmordenJenni - 01706 839787

Creation Station - Baby Discovery9:45 - 10:00My Play Cafe, Central Street, Hebden BridgeNeela - 0844 854 9092

Creation Station - Little Explorers10:45 - 11:00My Play Cafe, Central Street, Hebden BridgeNeela - 0844 854 9092

Creation Station - Little Explorers9:45 - 10:45Jitterbugs Play Centre, Todmorden Road, LittleboroughNeela - 0844 854 9092

Creation Station - Little Explorers9:45 - 10:00Upsy Daisy’s, MytholmroydNeela - 0844 854 9092

Sure Start Baby Club10:00 - 11:00Jitterbugs Play Centre, Todmorden Road, Littleborough


Childminders Drop In (2nd Tuesday Only)9:30 - 11:30Hebden Vale Children’s Centre, Hebden Bridge01422 844904FREE

Ante-Natal Clinic1.30 - 3.00Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, TodmordenBy appointment only via your midwife

Ben’s Story and Rhyme Time10.30 - 11.15Hebden Vale Children’s Centre, Hebden Bridge01422 844904FREE

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Todmorden Swimming Club - Widths7:00 - 8:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 817559

Little Angels10:00 - 11:30St. Michaels Church, Cornholme, TodmordenIrene - 01706 817296

Pre-School Swimming Classes (Level 2+)4:30 - 5:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 839090


Dodnaze Parent & Toddlers9.45 - 11.15Dodnaze Community Centre,54 Hirst Grove, Hebden Bridge


St Mary’s Family ServiceAll Children Welcome4:05 onwardsSt Mary’s Church, Todmorden01706 819300

Live @ 9:15interactive, informal worship9:15 - 10:00 (1st & 3rd Sun only)Central Methodist Church, TodmordenRuth / Robbie - 01706 839032

Toddler Tuesday10% off Pottery Painting plus a free coffee (excludes holidays)Open 10:00 - 5:00 Flying Saucers, Butlers Wharf, Hebden Bridge01422 846666

The Woods (Forest School & Outdoor Play all year round - please dress accordingly) 10:00 - 12:00Eastwood, TodmordenLizzie - 07772 331780

Tatty Bumpkins4:00 - 5:00Zion Housing Co-op Studio, Hebden BridgeClare - 07790 761702

Stay & Play10:00 - 11:30Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden01706 548140 - FREE

Ducklings Swimming Classes5:00 - 5:30Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 839090

Ducklings Swimming Classes5:00 - 5:30Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 839090

Feeding Friendly10:00 - 11:30Todmorden Children’s CentreBurnley Road, Todmorden01706 548140FREE

Key Activities with the white background are pay-per-session (FREE if stated), possibly with a one-off joining fee. The shaded background indicates courses with booking (and payment where applicable) usually required for a series of sessions.

Sunday Live!Creative, interactive worship for all the family10:00 - 11:00 (2nd & 4th Sun only)Walsden Methodist ChurchDave - 07801 864199

Campaigners - Eagles(ages 4-6 yrs)5:45 - 7:15Lumbutts Church, Lumbutts, TodmordenLes or Pat 01706 814754

Baby Stay & Play with Baby Clinic1:30 - 3:30Todmorden Children’s Centre,Burnley Road, Todmorden01706 548140FREE

Lesbian Parents Group Stay and Play10:00 - 12:00 (3rd Thu only)Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden07704 568237FREE


Young Parents’ Group1.30 - 3.00 (2nd & last Fri Only)Todmorden Children’s Centre, Burnley Road, Todmorden01706 548140FREE

Young Parents Group (For parents under 25)2.30 - 4:00Hebden Vale Children’s Centre, Hebden Bridge01422 844904FREE

Messy Play1:30 - 3:00Hebden Vale Children’s Centre, Hebden Bridge01422 844904FREE 1 - 2 yrs

Baby Stay & Play1:30 - 3:00Hebden Vale Children’s Centre, Hebden Bridge01422 844904FREE

Bongo Bongos9:30 - 10:30 (Term Time Only)Various Locations01706 548140FREE

Bumps & Babes - support group for multiple births10:00 - 11:30The Methodist Church, New Road, Hebden BridgeNicola - 01422 843129


Careers4Adults &Job Centre Plus1.30 - 3.30 (fortnightly)Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden01706 548140 - FREE

Kids Disco & Cheer 4:00 - 5:00TodmordenDawn - 01706 839113Age 4 - 6 yrs

First Ballet & Tip Tap Toe4:00 - 5:00TodmordenDawn - 01706 839113Age 4 - 5 yrs

Pregnancy Yoga1:30 & 7:30Blessingway, Birchcliffe Centre, Hebden BridgeElaine - 07967 974 376

Bongo Bongos1:45 - 2:45 Term Time OnlyFerney Lee School, Ferney Lee Road, Todmorden01706 548140FREE


Lesbian Parents Group Sunday Socials2:00 - 4:00 (last Sun only)Various Locations - call for more info.07704 568237

PEEP Group (For families and children with additional needs)1:30 - 2:45Hebden Vale Children’s Centre, Hebden BridgeAmanda - 01422 224156FREE

FixLifestyles Mums & Babies Training3:00 - 4:0010a Top Land Country Business Park, Cragg ValeRachel - 07702 796236

Messy Play,1:30 - 2:30Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden 01706 548140FREE

Weaning Group,11:00 - 12:00 (1st Thu only)Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, TodmordenHealth Visitors - 01706 811114FREE

FixLifestyles Mums & Babies Training1:30 - 2:30, 3:00 - 4:0010a Top Land Country Business Park, Cragg ValeRachel - 07702 796236

Melody Movements4:00 - 4:45TodmordenDawn - 01706 839113Age 3 - 4 yrs

Stay & Play10:00 - 11:30 (Term Time Only)Woodbank School, Luddendenfoot01422 844904FREE

Yoga for Pregnancy7:00 - 8:30TodmordenDonna 07985 274181

Tiny Bop Pop Disco4:45 - 5:15Abi’s Dance Steps, Bailey’s Gym, Walsden, TodmordenAbi - 01706 8161352 - 5 yrs

Todmorden Family Support12:30 - 2:00 alternate weeksTodmorden Fire Station Community Room, Stansfield Road, TodmordenJenni - 01706 839787

Under 5’s Fun Swim10:00 - 11:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 839090

Children’s Yoga4:00 - 5:00Calderdale Yoga Centre, Hangingroyd Lane, Hebden BridgeAbi - 01422 844146Ages 3 - 7

Blackshawhead Arty Toddler Group9:45 - 12:00Blackshawhead Chapel, Hebden BridgeLorraine - 01422 844971

Yoga with Creche (by referral)Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden01706 548140 - FREE

Rhyme Rattle ‘n Roll4.00 - 5.00Todmorden Children’s CentreTodmorden Community College, Burnley Road, Todmorden01706 548140 - FREE

Arts and CraftsDodnaze Community Centre,54 Hirst Grove, Hebden Bridge01422 844904

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Woodcraft Folk (Elfin)5:15 - 6:30The Fielden Centre, Ewood Lane, TodmordenPete 01706 8183466+ yrs

Modern Jazz Dancing4:00 - 7:15Fielden House, Fielden Square, TodmordenSarah Hitchon07929 5767853 + yrs

Helen O'Grady Drama Academy5:00 - 6:00Central Methodist Church Hall, Union Street, TodmordenWendy 01706 8101645 to 11 yrs

After School Swimming3:30 - 6:30Shade Junior & Infant School, Shade, Todmorden01706 8129134+ yrs

Creative Dance4:00 - 6:00Dance 4 All, Castle Hill School, Halifax Road, TodmordenPenny Alexander01422 8846345+ yrs

Football Training4:00 - 5:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390905 - 8 yrs

Calderdale Schools Music Service Choir5:30 - 6:30Riverside School, Hebden Bridge Music Service01422 3664565+ yrs

7th Todmorden Rainbows5:00 - 6:00Roomfield Baptist Church, TodmordenKatie - 07769 1512765 - 7 yrs

6th Todmorden Rainbows 5:30 - 6:30Ferney Lee School, Ferney Lee Road, TodmordenTammy Frankland01706 5594935 - 7 yrs


Calder Valley Karate6:00 - 7:30The Girl’s Gym, Calder High School, MytholmroydAndrew Nightingale01422 8478778+ yrs


Todmorden Community BrassTraining Band6:30 - 7:30The Bandroom, Wellington Road, TodmordenMaurice 01706 816588

Todmorden Tennis Club4:00 - 5:00 May - SeptemberBurnt House Lane, Hallroyd Road, Todmorden.Andrew Bentham01706 8152654 - 10 yrs

Ballet & Tap 9:15 - 5:00Fielden House, Fielden Square, TodmordenSarah Hitchon 07929 5767853 + yrs

Creative Dance9:15 - 1:15Dance 4 All, Riverside School, Hebden BridgePenny Alexander01422 8846345+ yrs

Football Training8:30 - 12:30Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390905+ yrs

1st Colden Rainbows10:00 - 12:00 Alternate SaturdaysColden School Portacabin, Colden, Hebden BridgeSandra McNeill 01706 8122915 - 7 yrs

Todmorden Judo Club10:00 - 12:30Todmorden Cricket Club,Burnley Road, TodmordenSean Nuttall 07812 1872705+ yrs

Rugby League Training9:45 - 11:15Littleborough Community Campus School, Calderbrook RoadCarol Locket 01706 3783487 - 9 yrs

Hebden Bridge SaintsSaturday Soccer Club11:00 - 12:00Luddenden Dene School, Dene View, Luddendenfoot.Nick Farrar 01422 8823785 - 8 yrs

Foundation Ballet & Tap 10:00 - 11:00TodmordenDawn 01706 8391135 - 6 yrs

Campaigners - Kids Zone5:45 - 7:15Lumbutts Church, Lumbutts, TodmordenLes or Pat 01706 8147546 - 10 yrs

Border Gymnastics9:00 onwardsFerney Lee School, Ferney Lee Road, TodmordenPaul 01706 8167555+ yrs

Tod Harriers Junior Training5:30 - 6:30Todmorden High School, Ewood Land, TodmordenEileen Miles 07738 6346258+ yrs

Calderdale Dyslexia Friendship & Support Group10:00 - 12:00 First Saturday of the month onlyUpper Rooms, St James Church, Mytholm, HBJune 01422 842190


Judo Excellence10:00 - 11:00Above Purdy Pine, Valley Road, Hebden BridgeTony - 07932 0817935 - 7 yrs

Swimming (level 2 and above)4:00 - 6:30Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390905+ yrs

Swimming (level 2 and above)4:00 - 7:00, Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390905+ yrs

Swimming (beginners)5:00 - 5:30Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390905+ yrs



Swimming (beginners)4:00 - 4:30Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390905+ yrs

Swimming (level 2 and above)5:00 - 5:30, 6:30 - 7:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390905+ yrs

Swimming (level 2 and above)9:30 - 12:15, 4:00 - 6:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390905+ yrs

Swimming (level 1/2)10:00 - 10:30, 12:45 - 1:15Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390905+ yrs

Gymnastics Club9:30 - 12:30Burnley Road School, MytholmroydTim Wild01422 372321/07931 3374875+ yrs

Gymnastics Club4:00 - 5:15Calder High School,Brier Hey Lane, MytholmroydTracey 07970 730224 Beginners

Junior Badminton9:30 - 10:30Calder High School,Brier Hey Lane, MytholmroydMary Smith 07970 734639 6 - 11 yrs

Hebden Royd Out-Of-Schools Club7:45 - 9:00, 3:00 - 6:00Upper Rooms, St James’ Church, Hebden Royd01422 8428214 - 11 yrs





Football Training5:00 - 6:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390908+ yrs

Girls Group (Arts, crafts, cookery etc. for girls)4:00 - 5:30Dodnaze Community Centre54 Hirst Grove, Hebden BridgeJean 01422 8432168 yrs +

8th/26th Calder Valley Beavers5:30 - 6:30Central Methodist Church, off Bramsche Square, TodmordenDave Payne 01706 8165686 - 8 yrs

Judo Excellence11:00 - 12:00Above Purdy Pine, Valley Road, Hebden BridgeTony - 07932 0817938+ yrs

The Fun Track Out of School 7:45 - 9:00 & 3:00 - 6:00Mytholmroyd Community Centre, Caldene Ave. Mytholmroyd01422 8822263-11 yrs





Starter Tennis Sessions 4:00 - 5:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Land, TodmordenAdele 01422 2844325 - 10 yrs

Tod Harriers Junior Training5:00 - 6:15Todmorden High School, Ewood Land, TodmordenBen Crowther 07810 5019596+ yrs

Dancing - Various classes4:00 - 8:45Fielden House, Fielden Square, TodmordenSarah Hitchon07929 57678510 + yrs



Hebden Bridge Handball Club5.30 - 7.00Calder High School, MytholmroydNic 01422 6492917+ yrs

Junior Street, Disco & Cheer4.30 - 6.00 (various classes)TodmordenDawn 01706 839113

GLEE Club 5:30 - 6:30TodmordenDawn 01706 839113

Ballet & Tap 4:00 - 6:30 (various classes)TodmordenDawn 01706 8391135+ yrs

Fit Kids Boot Camp 5:00 - 6:00TodmordenDawn 01706 839113

Boyz Only Street/Break Dance 4:00 - 5:00TodmordenDawn 01706 839113

Football Coaching5:00 - 6:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390908+ yrs

Girls Football Development5:00 - 6:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390908+ yrs

Junior Musical Theatre 11:00 - 11:30TodmordenDawn 01706 839113

Ballet & Tap 11:30 - 1:00TodmordenDawn 01706 839113

Beginners Cheerleading5:15 - 5:45Abi’s Dance Steps, Bailey’s Gyn, Walsden, TodmordenAbi - 01706 8161355+ Yrs

Dance Club5:45 - 6:30Abi’s Dance Steps, Bailey’s Gyn, Walsden, TodmordenAbi - 01706 8161355+ Yrs



Coached Mini Tennis 4:00 - 5:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden Andrew Bentham - 01706 8152655 to 11 yrs

Judo Excellence6:00 - 7:00Above Purdy Pine, Valley Road, Hebden BridgeTony - 07932 0817935 - 7 yrs

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20th Pennine Calder Cubs 6:30 - 8:00Ferney Lee School, Ferney Lee Road, TodmordenAnya 01706 8398718 to 10½ yrs

Todmorden Swimming Club - Lengths7:00 - 8:00, 8:00 - 9:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 817559For strong swimmers

Hippodrome Youth Theatre7:30 - 9:30Hippodrome Theatre, Halifax Road, TodmordenHelen 01706 83942410+ yrs Entry by Audition ONLY

Hebden Bridge Chess Club6:00 - 7:15Trades Club, Holme Street, Hebden BridgeJohn Kerrane 01422 842426

Todmorden Tai Kwon Do 6:30 - 7:30 Ferney Lee School, TodmordenKeith Raistrick07789 0741986+ yrs

Todmorden Judo Club7:30 - 9:00Todmorden Cricket Club, Burnley Road, TodmordenSean Nuttall 07812 1872705+ yrs

18th Hebden Bridge Cubs6:15 - 7:45Top Floor, Salem Mill, Hebden BridgeJan Bottomley01422 8463798 - 10½ yrs

2nd Mytholmroyd Brownies6:30 - 8:00Mytholmroyd Methodist Church, Scout Road, MytholmroydAngela Trowell 01422 8853787 - 10 yrs

7th Todmorden Brownies6:00 - 7:15Roomfield Baptist Church, TodmordenJennifer Jackson01706 8153427 - 10 yrs

1st Old Town Brownies6:15 - 7:15Hope Baptist Church, New Road, Hebden BridgeDinah Newsome01422 8432027 - 10 yrs

6th Todmorden Brownies6:15 - 7:30 Ferney Lee School, Ferney Lee Road, TodmordenRowena Goldthorpe01706 8108217 - 10 yrs

2nd Todmorden Brownies 6:15 - 7:30St Joseph's School, Wellington Road, TodmordenFiona Monaghan01706 8197037 - 10 yrs

1st Walsden Brownies6:00 - 7:15Walsden Junior School, WalsdenDonna Scholfield 01706 8390427 - 10 yrs

Todmorden Tai Kwon Do 6:30 - 7:30 Ferney Lee School, TodmordenKeith Raistrick 07789 0741986+ yrs

Woodcraft Folk (Elfin & Pioneers)6:30 - 7:45Salem Mill (Top Floor)Salem Street, Hebden BridgeJulie 01422 8462146+ yrs

20th Pennine Calder Beavers6:00 - 7:00Ferney Lee School, Ferney Lee Road, TodmordenRowena Goldthorpe01706 8108216 - 8 yrs

1st Mytholmroyd Rainbows5:30 - 6:30St Michaels Church Hall, MytholmroydLisa Thwaite 01422 8862745 - 7 yrs

2nd Hebden Bridge Brownies6:00 - 7:15Hope Baptist Church Hall, Cheetham St. Entrance, Hebden BridgeChristine 01422 8437257 - 10 yrs

1st Heptonstall Brownies6:30 - 7:30Heptonstall Junior School, HeptonstallSandra McNeill01706 8122917 - 10 yrs

18th Hebden Bridge Beavers6:15 - 7:15Top Floor, Salem Mill, Hebden BridgeNicola Leese 01422 8460946 - 8 yrs

Hebden Bridge SaintsTeam TrialsPlease phone for timesand venue detailsGraeme 01422 884527

Tai Kwon Do6:00 - 7:00Mytholmroyd Community Centre, MytholmroydHelen 079018332496 - 14 yrs

Todmorden Community Brass - 5-Note Beginners Band6:00 - 6:45The Bandroom, Wellington Road, TodmordenDavid White 01706 815820

Calder Valley Fell Runners - Junior5:45 - 6:45Mytholmroyd Community Centre, MytholmroydAlastair 07812 5936608+ yrs

Monday Club6:30 - 8:00Mount Zion Baptist Chapel,Slack Top, Heptonstall7 to 11yrs, Elva Hulme 01422 842726

Slack Top Gaming Club7:00 - 9:00 Last Thurs in the monthMount Zion Baptist Chapel,Slack Top, HeptonstallWargaming etc. for age10+ yrsJason Hulme 01422 846749


Swimming (Beginners)6:30 - 7:00Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390905+ yrs

Swimming (level 1/2)6:00 - 6:30Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 8390905+ yrs

Fun Swim1:30 - 2:45Todmorden Sports Centre, Ewood Lane, Todmorden01706 839090

Judo Excellence7:00 - 8:00Above Purdy Pine, Valley Road, Hebden BridgeTony - 07932 0817938+ yrs

Ballet & Tap6.00 - 7.30TodmordenDawn 01706 839113

Junior Ballroom & Latin5:30 - 6:30TodmordenDawn 01706 839113

Luddendenfoot Boys BrigadeAnchors & Juniors6:45 - 8:00Luddendenfoot Civic Institute, Station RoadHeather - 01422 8855425 - 11 yrs

Jazz, Disco, Cheer & Street 1:00 - 2:30 (various classes)TodmordenDawn 01706 839113

Limbering & Gymnastic Dance 2:30 - 3:00TodmordenDawn 01706 839113

8th/26th Calder Valley Cubs6:30 - 7:30Central Methodist Church, off Bramsche Square, TodmordenDave Payne 01706 8165688 - 10 yrs

Junior HippodromeYouth TheatreAlternate Sundays 10:00 - 12:00Hippodrome Theatre, Halifax Road, TodmordenEmma 01706 8175188 -10 yrs Entry by Audition

Mini Rugby10:30 - 12:00Littleborough RUFCRakewood, Hollingworth LakeHarry Hanson 0161 624 7880 6+ yrs

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The creative arts are a particular strength of the school. Children are given the opportunity to perform for a variety of audiences either individually, in small groups, as classes or whole Key Stages. Todmorden Hippodrome is used to provide a sense of occasion for the children.

The school has focus weeks which have included science, maths, art and this year will incorporate model making.

The school has its own allotment where the children sow, grow, cook and eat their own vegetables. We also have four chickens providing eggs for baking sessions. Parents run the Gardening Club at lunchtime and the Parent‛s Cafe which is held after school on Fridays.

Castle Hill Primary School, Todmorden – a great place for childrenDon‛t just take our word for it - OfSTED agree with us !!

‘Good with several outstanding features‛

‘Every child truly matters at this school‛

‘Early Years Foundation

Stage ‘for a child this is a great place to be‛

‘Teaching is good with examples of outstanding throughout the school‛

‘Pupils feel safe and confi dent that adults will

help them‛

‘Its outstanding curriculum designed to meet the needs and raise the

aspirations of all pupils‛

‘An ‘Aladdin‛s cave‛ learning

environment‛‘Pupils are considerate and respectful to each other‛

‘The outstanding curriculum provides

memorable experiences‛

‘Outstanding use of assessment to support

learning‛

‘Provision for the promotion of community cohesion is outstanding‛

‘Pupils value and celebrate diversity and the way the school promotes

equality of opportunity and tackles discrimination is

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COME ALONG TO OUR OPEN DAY 21st November 9.30 - 6.30p.m. AND SEE WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOUR CHILDOR RING 01706 813163 FOR MORE INFORMATION.Places available in most year groups.

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The school has a popular Breakfast club every morning from 7.30 (£2.50) or 8.00 (£1.50). Breakfast is included.

We also have an After School Club from 3.30 – 6 p.m.

Parents can opt from a choice of sessions

Prices range from £3.50 - £7.50 for the full session (with tea provided)

In the Foundation Stage class children aged 3 – 5 years learn through play. For nursery age children, who have an entitlement to FREE 15 hour sessions, these can be varied according to the parents needs.

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Applying for a Primary School Place - FAQs

Who needs to apply and when?

Any child who was born between 1st September 2007 and 31st August 2008 will need to begin school in the next academic year. They don’t legally need to start until the beginning of the term following their fifth birthday, but Calderdale provides places for any eligible child from the beginning of September in the academic year in which they turn five.

Children who attend Infant only schools, who are currently in year 2, also need to apply for a place at a Junior school in the same way.

The application forms, known as the Common Preference Forms, will become available at the end of November 2011 and the forms must be submitted by 15th January 2012.

Where do I get a form?If your child is already attending a

nursery, you will probably be given a copy of the form and the accompanying booklet when it becomes available. If not the form can be obtained from your local primary school, Halifax Central Library or will be available in full on the Calderdale Council website, www.calderdale.gov.uk. The form can also be filled in on-line if preferred.

Is the form difficult to fill in?

No. The form itself is very straight forward, with space for three schools. All will be considered equally and, only if your child is eligible to attend more than one school, will your preference (the order you placed them on the form) be taken into account.

What does “Admissions Criteria” mean?

Many schools have more applications than they have places. Therefore they must apply some rules to decide on which children are offered places. These must be clear, fair and objective but do vary from school to school. The details for each school are covered in detail in the “Information for Parents” booklet that accompanies the Common Preference Form. It may be worth reading these carefully before choosing the order for the schools you put on the form.

What if my application is late?

There are some admissible reasons for being late with the application form but, otherwise, you application will only be considered after all other places are allocated.

When will I find out which school we have been

offered?Everyone will receive an offer of a

school place on the same day. That will be 20th April 2012

What if we are not happy with the decision?

The first thing to do is put your child name on the re-allocation list. Details will be sent out with the placement offer letter. Otherwise you have a right to appeal.

How do I choose the best school for my child?What can we learn at the

Open Day or Visit?

Most Primary school have Open days or will be happy to arrange for you to visit. Go prepared with an idea of what you are looking for. Some suggestions are:

A happy school with high moralA warm and welcoming atmosphereCheerful and friendly children (and staff)High quality and varied work, displayed with prideRelaxed staffEnthusiasric children who ask, as well as answer questionsAn air of concentration and hard work, but don’t expect silenceAny other resources you or your child consider important, such as a good library, computer suite, sports facilities, arts and science equipment.

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Does your child need special attention? Are they particularly bright or have particular behaviour patterns? Will the school offer support for Special Needs?Does your child have specific areas of interest or are they particularly keen on sport? Does your chosen school have the equipment of structure to support these interest, such as bands, choirs, sports teams, computer suites or out-of-school activities?Do you require wrap-around care? Does your chosen school provide breakfast clubs or after-school care? How much do they cost?

How big is the school? How big are the classes and what age range is taught in each class?Does the school suit your family’s religious beliefs? How do they handle religious education?How would your child get to school? Is there a safe walking route or are school buses available?Does the school have an active PTA? Would you like to be involved in this side of school life?Does your child have a preference? Would they be happier if they stayed with their friends?

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A £1.7 million scheme has given a small village school a state-of-the-

art future. Heptonstall Junior, Infant and Nursery School is being transformed as part of a Government scheme to update Victorian primary schools.

A large modern extension was completed in September and a total renovation of the original 1879 building is due to be finished early next year.

Head teacher Mr David Perrin said there was a tremendous sense of excitement at the school.

“The new extension is a fabulous resource not only for our pupils but for the community as well.

“The quality of the new building has surpassed our expectations and given us a taste of how fantastic the refurbished old school will look when it’s ready in a few months time.”

The extension houses a large hall, a new foundation stage unit with its own large playground, kitchens, space for the Out of School club and a hidden surprise – a time capsule put together by pupils to be opened in 50 years time.

Community groups such as Brownies and Guides also have use of the hall space in the evenings.

The refurbished old school will include three modernised classrooms, a computer suite with brand new PCs, a new library and offices.

A new look for the school grounds also forms part of the scheme.

The foundation stage playground has been expertly designed to provide a fun, challenging outdoor learning space, and will boast

shelters, den making areas, sand and water play, a bike track, climbing frames and balance beams.

It will be used all year round as an “outdoor classroom” and will form an integral part of the nursery and reception-aged children’s learning day.

Foundation Stage teacher Mrs Polly Williams said she was thrilled with the new classroom and couldn’t wait for the playground to be ready.

“It’s wonderful, really wonderful – bright, airy, modern and a great size.

“With the outdoor space as well, it will be a foundation stage unit to match any other.”

And the older children will not miss out on outside improvements. They will benefit from an all-weather sports pitch and playing fields.

“We really could not wish for a better school building for the 21st century and we all feel extremely fortunate,” said Mr Perrin.

“It has been lovely to witness how proud the children feel of their new school and how well they are taking care of it.”

As well as the massive improvements to the building, the school has recently introduced a new modern “creative curriculum”, moving away from teaching subjects separately to a more topic-based approach.

For example, for two weeks the children might study The Romans, and all their history,

geography, literacy, art and science work would have a Roman theme.

Some topics last for a week and some for a fortnight, with English skills, Maths skills and RE still taught in separate sessions.

Mr Perrin said the new curriculum had had a big impact on pupils’ learning.

“Teaching and learning in this way means everyone can get really engrossed and I have never seen the children so enthusiastic.

“They have produced some amazing work and we’ve had great feedback from parents as well.”

He said topics were often complemented by visits to museums, galleries and other places of interest.

And extra-curricular activities such as whole-school plays, a brass band and various clubs also formed an important part of life at Heptonstall school.

“It’s a wonderful time to be at Heptonstall school and we welcome anyone who would like to come and see the improvements for themselves,” said Mr Perrin.

For more information on places at Heptonstall please contact the school office on 01422 842533 or email [email protected]. The school also has its own website, at www.heptonstallschool.org.uk , with loads of information and photographs, as well as examples of children’s work.

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With the prospect of darker mornings & evenings upon

us and the weather ‘closing in’, together with Christmas and New Year prevalent, it’s no wonder people lose their way at this time of year and consider hibernation as a real alternative to keeping fit, healthy and active. However, here are some suggestions for how you can keep on ‘the right track’ with your own families’ health over the winter months…

Get Geared Up!We hear it time and again

as an excuse for not being able to get out and be active at this time of year. You guessed it – the Great British Weather. It’s second to none. BUT…if you are well kitted out, there is no excuse. In this day and age of high tech fibres, good quality outdoor gear is readily available and doesn’t have to break the bank. That said, it can be worth spending a bit more to get decent quality lightweight waterproofs, footwear, & base-layers so you CAN get out for a walk/run and be comfortable. A couple of other good investments are a high-visibility item (it could be a hat or gloves, or a jacket) and a head torch (these are brilliant for running, and relatively inexpensive). A great idea for Christmas pressies!

Seasonal Events – Santa Dash anyone?

Embrace the Festive Season by all means! I’d hate to be considered a ‘bah humbug’, so this year I will be once again taking part in one (or more)

Santa Dash events held at a number of venues. Generally speaking these are 5k runs, with people of all ages, fitness levels and shapes & sizes taking part. The beauty of it is, we will all look the same for that one day dressed as Santa! Who can tell how fast or slow you are, and who cares anyway!

Plan Ahead – set a Spring goal…

If you set your sights on a challenge for Feb/March time, it’s a great way to keep your focus and motivation throughout Christmas and well into the New Year. It worked wonders for me to know I was going to be running the London Marathon in April, so my training had to be over the dark, wet, cold winter months. Without the training, I knew the Marathon would be virtually impossible. I committed to both, the event and the

training and it worked!

Fitness/health related gifts

for Christmas (or in the sales!)

Finally, there are so many brilliant gift ideas around which encourage all ages to be active. A few of my favourites are:

An ‘activity voucher’ for experiences such as zorbing, rock-climbing, coasteering; a useful piece of fitness kit, e.g a piece of high-vis clothing, or a head-torch; subscription to a fitness magazine; even a personal training session! Use your imagination! It’s got to be better than a DVD…

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Make it Wild! is still selling very well. It’s by the author of Go Wild! another

hugely popular book. This one features great ideas like driftwood boats,

homemade kites, and ice lanterns.

Gold PiecesPhyllis Bentley (5.95)

The classic retelling of the story of the Crag Vale Coiners is rarely out of the best-seller list, combining fascinating

local history and an exciting adventure.

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

Judith Kerr (£6.99)This classic story of Sophie and her

extraordinary tea-time guest has been loved by millions of children since it

was first published over 30 years ago and children in Hebden Bridge have certainly been enjoying it this month.

Collected poems for Children

Ted Hughes (£12.99)With the celebrated Ted Hughes festival

this month it’s not surprising that this wonderful collection of poetry with

illustrations by Raymond Briggs is in the best seller list.

The Highway RatJulia Donaldson (£10.99)

Life is not safe for the other animals, as the villainous Highway Rat gallops

along, stealing their food until he meets his comeuppance in the form of a

cunning duck. A fabulous, rollicking rhyme, in the style of the famous Alfred Noyes poem ‘The Highwayman’ from the superstar creators of }The Gruffalo.

Heroes of Olympus: The Son of NeptuneRick Riordan (£12.99)

The second title in this number one, best-selling spin-off series from Percy Jackson creator, Rick Riordan. Percy Jackson, son of Poseidon, God of the

Sea, has woken from a very deep sleep and come face to face with two snake-

haired ladies who refuse to die. This title has been flying of the shelves, so if you haven’t discovered Percy Jackson, now

is the time!

RecommendedChristmas Reads

‘ Twas the Night Before Christmas - Usborne

sound book £12.99One of the most magical parts of Christmas for me is the excitement leading up to the big day. This new version of the traditional and much-loved Christmas poem is illustrated by John Joven, with original music and sounds that bring the magic of Christmas Eve to life. It lets little children press the sound panel and hear the bells of Santa’s sleigh, Santa falling down the chimney and other enchanting sound effects.

Usborne Christmas Baking book for Children £9.99Packed full of mouth-watering Christmas recipes for cakes, biscuits and treats. Recipes include chocolate orange hearts, mince pies, white chocolate brownies and spiced apple muffins. It is illustrated with step-by-step instructions and spiral-bound so book lies flat when in use. It also includes decorating and wrapping ideas to make delicious treats into wonderful Christmas giftsChristmas Picks.

The Oxford Treasury of Christmas Poems £9.99

This is a lovely anthology of poems for the whole Christmas season. There are traditional carols and songs, and modern poems about children’s experiences of Christmas: food and families, presents and celebrations, and the snow and ice of winter.

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Minor Ailments ServiceBy Eugenie Karen

Either I am very slow on the uptake or our health professionals have been keeping something very quiet. In February a new scheme was introduced to Calderdale designed to improve access and choice for people with minor ailments. It is invaluable for those of us caring for children as in many cases it means you can avoid the inconvenience of a trip to the doctor or nurse with unwell or cranky little ones. Any scheme that reduces the need for waiting around in rooms full of people coughing unhealthily has got to be applauded.

As the name implies, the service

offers help with minor ailments - if your child has a blocked nose, constipation, head lice or mouth ulcers, for example, you still need to venture out but only to visit the local chemist where the pharmacist will take a look at them and if necessary prescribe a medicine which the child gets for free. If the pharmacist feels that the child should be seen by their doctor they will refer you to your practice. So no more paying for Calpol! Why aren’t Calderdale trumpeting this excellent idea from the roof tops?

You must register children for the scheme, this involves a trip to your doctors surgery where you will be

issued with an Access Card which gives examples of the sort of ailments it covers and a record is made within it of every visit. You must bring the card with you each time you use the service. Not every pharmacy is running the scheme so you will need to check with your local one.

As winter closes in and the noses run freely it is reassuring to know that I won’t need to run the gauntlet of surgery waiting rooms for anything within the normal range of childhood peakiness for the sake of getting a medicine on prescription.

If you haven’t yet discovered Word of Mouth on Valley Road, Hebden Bridge, you

won’t know the delights that lie in store & all its creative potential.

Established in December 2009, Word of Mouth is not only a shop boasting an Aladdin’s Cave of craft supplies including wool, haberdashery, beads, & fabric, guaranteed to inspire & delight all those creative individuals out there, it’s become much, much more. Offering a wide range of Art & Craft Workshops, and clothing alterations & sewing machine repairs service, it now has the area’s first Children’s Art Gallery.

‘Gallery Petite’ is a community space, free to use by local Children’s Organisations, Schools & Nursery’s to fundraise through the Children’s Artwork. It has been set up to

encourage children to be creative & raise funds by selling their Artwork to other visiting children for a donation. Stubbings Infant School has held the initial exhibition & has raised around £40.00 so far. The Gallery is booked right up until the end of the year by HB Woodcraft Folk (November), Steiner School (December) & Katie Kemp (for Stubbings School exhibiting from 1st October).

Exhibitions are held for a month at a time & visitors are encouraged to ‘donate to show they appreciate.’ We’ve had a fantastic response so far & look forward to showcasing more work by local children.

If you would like to fund raise through Gallery Petite please contact Jinny at Word of Mouth on 01422 648299 or e-mail [email protected].

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We have family in Devon and often drive down there. But every time we go I seem to arrive with more pain in my back and hips. Do you have any tips?

Most car seats place the knees higher than hip level, tipping the pelvis backward, which flattens the low back causing the spine to be rounded. Combine this with hunched shoulders from holding the wheel and head poked forwards and we bear more resemblance to Neanderthal man/woman than Homo sapiens!

The ligaments and muscles of our body (including the discs in our spinal column) can cause pain if overstretched for periods of time. Bad driving

positions do this; stretching the structures at the back of our spine, pelvis, hips and shoulders, while those at the front may tighten up.

Variations between car types make it impossible to recommend a specific vehicle but here is a quick test:

If you were choosing a new car, which would you choose:

A sporty little number?An MPV?A saloon car?Generally your body would

choose the MPV. This is because a higher seat tends to discourage the poor posture described above (compare a firm upright armchair with a soft couch).

But we should not blame the car alone. We do not help

ourselves. A reclined back rest, seat too near or far from the wheel, not sitting straight - all these habits can aggravate, even cause, aches and pains.

To avoid problems here are some handy tips, check next time you get in your car;

Ensure the backrest is as upright as possible. Maintaining equal support up the spine to the shoulders.Check your distance from the wheel. You should be able to easily depress the pedals, with good clearance for the knees, and should be holding the wheel with your elbows slightly bent.If you can adjust seat height, raise it fully (ensuring you have enough head room). Alternatively, you can sit on a flat cushion or foam wedge.Adjust any other controls you have. Lumbar (low back) support

is vital, ensure it fits the inward curve of your back at waist height.The head restraint should be behind your head, not your neck. Try to feel your head lightly touching it as you drive to keep good neck position.Most importantly, take a break regularly on long journeys. A five minute “leg stretch” at least every hour or two can make all the difference.Happy (and

painless) motoring!

Physio & Therapies in Todmorden offers treatments for a wide range of family health issues. If you have any questions, queries or concerns you would like to ask an expert about please get in touch by any of the methods shown on page 3.

They have a wide range of specialists including Physiotherapists, Podiatrists, Nutritionist, Counsellor, Hypnotherapist, Clinical Psychologist, Homeopath and other Therapists to answer your questions.

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DC Dance - Victoria Road - Todmorden - OL14 5LP

Ballet - Tap - Modern Jazz - TheatrecraftMusical Theatre - Freestyle - Street Dance

Cheerleading - Rock 'N' Roll - Ballroom - SequenceSalsa - Latin - Zumba - Melody Movement

Pre School Dance - Gymnastic Dance - Limbering

Tickets also available at Todmorden Tourist Information Centre in person or call them on 01706 818181

All tickets £8 on Tues opening night. £8 conc. and £10 Wed to Sat. Group Bookings call 07722 236837 for offers.

£5 Student deal on Thursday – see website for info Doors open 7pm, performance starts 7.30pm

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