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From Hampshire Gateway
Ali Selby-Nicholls
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Meet Ali... Bridging Worker for the New Forest
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Hello, my name is Ali and I am the Bridging Worker for the New Forest area. I have lived in the New Forest for the past two years. When I was growing up I had lots of family based in the forest and since then I have had a passion for what it has to offer for children and families.
I love living here and find any opportunity to get out in the forest whether it is walking, cycling or climbing.
I also have a passion for sailing and windsurfing. I am really looking forward to working with you all along your journey.
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aselbynicholls@roseroad.org.uk
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07881340133
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Ali Selby-Nicholls's blog entries
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Half term in the New forest
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| With Half term just around the corner I would like to tell you about a few activities that are going on in the New Forest that for you and your family.
Avon Tyrrell
New for 2013 are our Family Adventure Days at Avon Tyrrell, part funded by Hampshire County Council making them affordable to all Hampshire Resident Families with a Gateway Card (child with disability) only.
- 10:00 - 12:00 Morning only £5pp
- 10:00 - 15:00 Whole day only £10pp
Below are the days available and if you would like to book please phone 01425 672347 and ask for Anne McIntosh.
- 16th February 2013, 10:00 – 12:00 13:00 – 15:00. Bushcraft* High Ropes *Pioneering *Canoeing
How about roasting some marshmallows around an open fire or building the biggest slingshot you have ever seen, aiming for the targets? Would you like to bounce down the abseil wall, like a soldier, or settle for a nice relaxed paddle around the lake?
Test wood lakes
All sorts to keep you busy outdoors at Testwood lakes this half term
- Tues 19th - Fri 22nd Live and Deadly Trail (All ages) 10am - 4pm drop in anytime, no need to book
- Wed 20th Wicked Willow (Weaving) (5+ yrs) 10am – 3pm
- Thurs 21st Wonderful Winter Wildlife (4-8 yrs) 10am-12noon (8-12 yrs) 1-3pm
BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL Please call us on: 02380 667929. All children must be accompanied by an adult Suggested donation for most family events is £3.00 per person. For more information and events for adults and children around the two counties visit: http://www.hwt.org.uk
Rose Road Association – Holiday scheme
Tuesday 19th February 2013 - Friday 22nd February 2013, 10am until 4pm. The scheme offers a wide range of free flow play including arts & crafts, games, cookery, trips, sensory, soft play and much more! This is an exciting opportunity for children age 5 to 16 to have fun, try new experiences and meet new friends! Friday's session will be a trip to adventure wonderland! Sessions take place at Ellingham & Ringwood Rugby Club.
Cost £15 per day & £20 on trip. Contact Claire Headington
on 02380 721210 to find out more.
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Claytime Fun in the Forest!
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| Happy new year from the new forest!
If you are looking for something to do in the warm this weekend then go and have some fun with clay down at the Forest Arts Centre in New Milton. The session is from 10.30am until 1.30pm costing £22 for a family of four or £7 per adult and £5 per child. To find out more, click here
Have a good weekend
Ali
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New Forest Half Term Activities
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| The summer holidays only fell like yesterday but believe it or not Half term is just around the corner. As always there are a lot of activities available for you to over the holidays so I have highlighted a few below. To find the full listing them please referrer to your Hampshire Gateway publication or search on the website.
Starry Starry Night
Forest Arts Centre, New Milton, Friday 2 Nov 4– 6:30pm.
Come and spend an enchanted evening gazing at the stars in the giant inflatable planetarium. This event is especially for Gateway Card holders and is priced at £12 per family. To book please call 01425 612393
Early booking is essential.
http://www.hampshiregateway.info/en/Starry_Night_Event_at_Forest_Arts_-_2012/11/02_-_1?form=1
Lepe Country Park Autumn Explorer sessions
Lepe country Park, 30th October 1pm – 3pm. Age 7 – 12, £3.50 per child.
Join the rangers to look for wildlife at Lepe and create a piece of autumn artwork. If bad weather indoor activities will be available. To book please call 02380 899108.
Early booking is essential.
http://www.hampshiregateway.info/en/Lepe_Country_Park_Autumn_Explorer_Session_-_2012/10/30_-_1?form=1
The Rose Road Association Ringwood Holiday Scheme
Grayfriars, 44 Christchurch Road, BH24 1DW, 29th October – 1st November 10am – 4pm, Age 8-16, £12 per child.
Activities that are planned include a trip and themed arts and crafts including show and tell sessions. Age appropriate play activities in a safe and secure environment, and they plan trips out.
To Book please call Claire Headington on 02380721210
Early booking is essential.
Please come back soon to find out more about what is on offer for you in the new forest. And don’t forget you can contact me directly at aselbynicholls@roseroad.org.uk or 07881340133
Speak to you soon
Ali
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The summer fun continues in the New Forest...
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Well what an amazing couple of weeks we have had. Not only has the weather finally decided to be on our side but our team GB boys and girls have been making us proud. So I hope everyone is feeling inspired to try a few new sports in the up and coming months. If you are them come down to Lepe Country Park on the 30th august as they are holding an event inspired by the Paralympics. If you would like more details for this then please look at my previous post or contact me directly. Here are another few things coming up for you in the New forest area.
Wheelchair skills workshops
Go Kids Go are offering a great chance to meet other young wheelchair-users and to learn skills to help you become more independent. Extra wheelchairs provided for mums, dads, brothers and sisters to join in with the games. They have four events being help across Hampshire and the new forest has been lucky enough to be chosen to host one of these events. If you are unable to attend the Applemore dates you can attend the others.
- Monday 13th August 9.30am – 3pm
Florence Treloar Hall, Treloars College, Holybourne, Alton, Hants, GU34 4EN
- Tuesday 14th August 9.30 - 3pm
Applemore Technology CollegeRoman Rd, Dipden Purlieu,
Southhampton, SO45 4RQ
- Thursday 16th August 9.30am – 3pm
Portchester Community School, White Hart Lane, Portchester, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 9BD
- Friday 17th August 9.30am – 3pm
Queen Mary's College, Cliddesden Road, Basingstoke, Hants, RG21 3HF
Come along to one or more workshops. Please bring a packed lunch. To book please contact Roy = Tel 01482 887163 to reserve a place or email roy@go-kids-go.org.uk
Testwood Lakes
Testwood lakes are hosting several nature events across the summer holidays.
- Mon 13th Navigation Challenge (7+ yrs) 2-4 pm
- Tues 14th Testwood Wildlife Tots: (2-5 yrs) 10.30am or 1pm
- Thurs 16th Back to the Bronze Age (7+ yrs) 10-3pm
- Mon 20th Squishy summer colours (all ages) 2-4pm
All children must be accompanied by an adult suggested donation for most family events is £3.00 per person
Booking is essential.
Please come back soon to find out more about what is on offer for you in the new forest. And don’t forget you can contact me directly if you have any questions or need some help accessing activities.
Speak to you soon
Ali
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Summer is here!
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I hope you are all enjoying the first couple of weeks of the holidays. Here are a few things for you to get involved in.
Ringwood Playscheme
The Rose Road Association’s new Ringwood Holiday Scheme, for children aged 8 to 16 with disabilities & additional needs. This is an exciting opportunity for children to have fun, try new experiences & meet new friends. They will be running at Greyfriars Activity Centre from 10.00am until 4.00pm. Week 1 – 7th Aug to 10th August & Week 2 – 13th Aug to 17th August. To book your place please contact Claire Headington on 02380721210 or email claireheadington@roseroad.org.uk
Sunrise bush craft
Sign up for one of their bespoke days FREE for families with disabled children hosted from their 2000 acre woodland in Ringwood, Fridays during July, August & September 10AM - 2PM
You can go and take part in a wide range of bush craft activities. So go and join them and have fun as you learn to:
Make fire, Make natural shelters in the woods, Play stealth games in the woods, Make simple bushcraft breads and pizzas, Learn about the natural world of trees and plants, Harvest wild foods and medicines, Make art and craft items from the woodland, Learn to use bushcraft tools, Find and purify water, Work together on team projects, Track and observe wild animals, Make natural
Christmas decorations
ALL AGES ALL ABILITIES WELCOME.
To book please contact the guys at Sunrise,
Tel 01425 618622 / 07775912649
http://www.sunrisebushcraft.com info@sunrisebushcraft.com
Lepe in to action
If you are feeling inspired by the Paralympics then get your selves down to Lepe Country Park on the 30th August for a free all access event.
You can take part in some Cycling, Climbing, Archery, Rugby, Cricket, Boules and Orienteering.
Everyone is welcome to come along and try the activities on offer. Specialist staff will be on hand to ensure a safe and fun filled day.
No need to book, just turn up and join in.
Parking charges apply
I hope to see lots of you there.
Please come back soon to find out more about what is on offer for you in the new forest. And don’t forget you can contact me directly if you have any questions or need some help accessing activities.
Speak to you soon
Ali
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Summer Holiday Activities for the New Forest...
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Sensecere - A journey to learn more about children’s behaviour and how it is affected by the senses, are holding an Activity day on the 21st July at Cornerstone community centre, New Road, Hythe SO45 6BR. Under 5’s session 10.30 to 12.30pm. Over 5’s session 1.30pm to 3.30pm. For Children with Additional Needs and their Families, just £5.oo per family. Focussing on the theme of Touch. Entertainment for younger children by Lisa Wiggle Waggles. Entertainment for Older Children includes chance to learn to Juggle and spin plates, tye dying and marbling. As a bonus you will also be joined by Massage Therapist Jackie Milner Walker who will demonstrate to the adults some great massage therapy tips for your child.
Sensecere Activity days offer children with additional needs themed and fun play, supported by experienced staff. Whilst the children are having fun and being cared for you get to join in a bespoke themed workshop. The workshop will cover some of those tricky issues like haircuts and dressing.
To book your am or pm session call Sharon Wilson 01489 574731 or email sharon@sensecere.com
Forest arts are putting on some fantastic events over the summer holidays though out Hampshire. The New Forest venue is at the New Milton Arts Centre. Sessions are 10am – 12:30pm, £8.75 per person, age 6-18 and siblings are welcome. To book a session please contact the centre on 01425 612393 or forest.arts@hants.gov.uk. If you are unable to attend any of these dates then you can also access the same programme in Fareham, Havant and Aldershot. So here’s what they have got going on.
Street Dance, Monday 13th August –A chance to try out your coolest moves. Popping, locking, tutting and loads more in this exciting, fun work shop aimed at all abilities. Just bring yourself, loads of enthusiasm and a sense of fun!
Drumming, Tuesday 14th August – Make some noise and drum for fun! Learn rhythms and beats as part of a group. A great chance to express yourself, improve coordination and work as part of a team.
Storytelling, Wednesday 15th August – Join Lulu on a magical journey of storytelling, crafts and music. You’ll sing songs, explore different worlds and make lots of friends along the way.
Circus, Thursday 16th August – Ever wanted to join the circus? This is your chance to learn juggling, plates spinning and diabolo.
Art, Friday 17th August – Art for everyone in this fun workshop led by textile artist Ginny Farquhar. Some sticky, painty fun with a touch of collage thrown in – dress for mess!
Please come back soon to find out more about what is on offer for you in the new forest. And don’t forget you can contact me directly if you have any questions or need some help accessing activities.
Speak to you soon
Ali
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Fun in the Forest!
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| 2012 has already brought us so much, street parties, extra days of work, bridging workers and THE RAIN. And now we have the Olympics and Paralympics just around the corner. So to help you all get in the mood make sure you come and cheer on the torch as it passes through the new forest on the 14th July.
There is such a fantastic range of activities for you all to take part in and with the launch of the New Hampshire gateway website it should be even easier for you to find something.
SPACES still have books available for their Fishing club; the club is for children, young people and their families and is every Monday from 4 until 6. The fishing takes place at Cadland Fishery, Dark Lane, Blackfield and is a very reasonable at £2 per child and parents/carers are free. Children and young people must be accompanied and supervised by their parent/carer at all times. If you would like more info or to book a place that please contact Jackie on 07874 207343 or email mailto:spaces.committee@yahoo.co.uk
The Rose Road Association’s new Ringwood Holiday Scheme, for children aged 8 to 16 with disabilities & additional needs. This is an exciting opportunity for children to have fun, try new experiences & meet new friends. We will be running at Greyfriars Activity Centre from 10.00am until 4.00pm. Week 1 – 7th Aug to 10th Aug & Week 2 – 13th Aug to 17th. Please contact Claire Headington on 02380 721210 or email mailto:claireheadington@roseroad.org.uk
Speak to you soon
Ali
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