WetWheels Gateway to the Sea Days revised dates:

Tues 28th May

Sat 10th Aug

Mon 12th Aug

Sun 18th Aug

£25pp (free carer/adult)

Hope everyone had a good Easter.

We had a fantastic time at Calshot on one of their No Limits Days - awesome staff and exciting activities! I would really recommend a visit if you've not been before! http://www.hampshiregateway.info/en/Calshot_Activities_Centre?form=1.

I recently met with the rather amazing Geoff Holt to discuss Gateway Card users having the opportunity to have subsidised trips on his accessible powerboat Wetwheels. We had a great meeting and now have some funded dates Sunday 26th May, Tuesday 28th May, Thursday 30th May and Sunday 2nd June. Don't miss the chance to speed across the Solent at 30mph, it's the most exhilarating experience! Hopefully more Gateway days will be available during the Summer Holidays too. http://www.hampshiregateway.info/en/Wetwheels_CIC_Ltd?form=1

I also met with Treasure Gymnastics based in Eastleigh. with classes running at loads of locations across mid-Hants They have a fantastic attitide to inclusion and are really happy to do their best for any children with additional needs who wish to join their existing gymnastics and trampolining classes - from toddlers to experts! They are also hoping to start some specialist disability classes from September so please let me know if you are interested, http://www.treasuregymnastics.co.uk/index.html contact Sian Morris mailto:sian@treasuregymnastics.co.uk

Don't forget Gambado at the Swan Centre in Eastleigh are running one of their SN sessions this Saturday 20th April 6.30 - 8pm http://www.hampshiregateway.info/en/Gambado_Soft_Play_SEN_Night,_Eastleigh_-_2013/04/20_-_1

Come along and try some different sports at the Inspiring You Sports Taster Day at Fleming Park! Saturday 16th March 1-4pm. For disabled young people, adults and their families ages 5 - 95! £2 per person. Please book your place on 023 8068 8473

This should be a fantastic day with a chance to try cricket, judo, dance, inclusive cycling, music, drama, drumming, indoor fishing and wheelchair rugby.

Information stalls, chance to sign up for regular activities, certificates and goodie bags!

The fabulous Blue Apple Theatre present Living Without Fear

Winchester Discovery Centre - Wednesday 27th March 7.30pm Box Office: 01962 873603

Developed in partnership with Hampshire police, Living Without Fear is an hour long touring production which presents the real story of what is happening in the lives of people with learning disabilities today.

Six actors with learning disabilities from Hampshire’s award-winning Blue Apple Theatre company, provide an authentic voice in tackling difficult issues around disability hate crime, bullying, fear and problems being understood and challenge us to think about our collective and individual responsibilities.

Gambado Soft Play at the Swan Centre in Eastleigh Wednesday 20th March 6-7.30pm £6 per SEN child plus 1 adult, £4 for additional siblings Tel. 02380 111065 Email mailto:eastleigh@gambado.com

We are holding special evenings for you and your families to come enjoy our fantastic facilities. We have a Tea-cup ride and climbing wall and 2 separate play frames. One for under 4 year olds and the other for 4-12 year olds. The café will be open during the evening for drinks & food.

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Well Spring looks to have sprung! Make the most of the nice weather with a trip to a Country Park - we have lots to choose from in our area!

Royal Victoria Country Park

All week Enchanted Forest Trail Follow this self-guided trail to find out who lives in the enchanted wood. There's a prize if you find all the inhabitants. Trails are available from our shop near the Cedar Tea Rooms. 10am - 3pm. £1.50 each. Normal car parking charges apply.

Monday 18th Juggling Jakes Circus Workshop Come and 'Have a Go'. Great fun for all the family. Just pop into the Empire room near the Cedar Tea Rooms anytime between 11am and 3pm. Supported by' Hog the Limelight'. FREE

Friday 22nd Peter & the Wolf by Sea Legs Puppet Theatre Head into the dark Russian woods and meet Peter, his grandfather and Sergei Prokofiev's other wonderful characters. With a chance to meet the puppets after the show. Suitable for 3+years. Supported by' Hog the Limelight'. £5pp 2pm in the Heritage Visitor Centre. Normal car parking charges apply.

Itchen Valley Country Park

Tuesday 19th Glove Puppet Making

Thursday 21st Clay Hedgehogs 10.30 - 12.30 £1.50/activity

Manor Farm Country Park

All week to Sunday 25th Fun on the Farm Get involved at Manor Farm during half term with loads of exciting activities! Make a Victorian cup and ball game in the farmhouse, but don't get caught using it in our Victorian school lesson or you'll incur the wrath of the Victorian teacher! Enjoy watching people dressed in traditional 1940's fashion whilst having a guided walk of the farmyard and meeting the farm's animals. With many other activities and even pony rides (for a small additional charge), there's something for everyone.

Eastleigh Lakeside Country Park

All week Steam Train Rides

Sporty Kids can try some FREE multi-sports taster sessions at The Hub in Bishopstoke

Wednesday 20th & Thursday 21st' 1-4.30pm Open day sessions of multi sports aimed at children with disabilities and their siblings. The open day will provide a variety of engaging and inclusive activities. Where The Hub, Bishopstoke Road, Eastleigh Postcode SO50 6LA Age 6-11 Cost Free Contact Person Georgia Hamilton Telephone 02380 647090 Email mailto:georgiahamilton@youthoptions.co.uk

or Familty Outdoor Fun at 'QE2 Activty Centre Familty Activity Day

Thursday 21st 10am-4pm Archery, climbing, ropes course, zipwire and bushcraft. Activity day for families who have a child with an additional need. Where QE2 Activity Centre, Manor Farm Country Park, Pylands Lane, Bursledon Postcode SO31 1BH Age Up to 19 Cost £10 Contact Person Phil Oates Telephone 02380 404844 Email mailto:qe2centre@aol.com

Hope you all have a fantastic Half-Term!!

Sat 13th Oct 12 noon - 5.30pm AUTUMN PUMPKIN FESTIVAL

Pumpkin produce, stories, art workshops, stalls, games, BBQ, crafts, music, dancing and much more! A fantastic day out! Bring a scarecrow for Scarecrow Alley, Listen to Herbie Armstrong (Britain's Got Talent), Snakeoil Band and many other bands! http://www.jst.hampshire.org.uk Adults £2 Children 50p (normal parking charges)

Sun 14th Oct 12 noon - 6pm GLOBAL RHYTHMS FESTIVAL

A celebration of music, dance and culture from around the world. The day will be full of fun for all the family, featuring international artists and local talent. Highlights include performances and workshops in: Steel Pans - think carnival time Indian classical music - the sound of India - sitar and tabla Marimbas - a South African instrument from the xylophone family Fusion music - a coming together of world music Belly dancing - exotic and fun dance routines Bollywood dance - high entertainment, high energy Dhol drums - uplifting and loud drums from India Indian classical dance - traditional dance of graceful strength Plus Henna artists, large Rangoli and food from around the world! For more information including how to get there please go to: http://www.artasia.org.uk or call 0845 6035636 FREE Family Event (normal parking charges)

Looking for all day activities?

YMCA Fairthorne DayCamps Mon - Fri 9.30am-3.15pm Age 4-16yrs Telephone 01489 785228 Email info@ymca-fg.org A range of outdoor and adventurous activities

QE2 Activity Centre, Bursledon Wednesday 31st October Climbing, archery, ropes course, zipwire Thursday 1st November Canoe Expedition Day Friday 2nd November Bushcraft and Woodland Day 10am - 4pm Children need to be accompanied by a parent/carer. Siblings welcome. £20 per person per day. Discount: only £50 per person for all three days Telephone 02380 404844 Email [mailto: qe2centre@aol.com qe2centre@aol.com]

Solent Youth Action Holiday Scheme Tuesday 30th Oct - Thursday 1st November 2012 12.30-3.30pm at The Hilt, Chandlers Ford.

The October Half term holiday programme will be fun filled and offer lots of exciting activity for young people including volcano and lava lamp workshops, Halloween extravaganza; pumpkin lanterns and Halloween cake making and exciting excursion to Playzone Age 10-19 Cost £2 per session *concessions made for low income families Telephone 02380 650514 Email joanna@solentyouthaction.org.uk

One off events

Wheelchair Basketball Jamboree at Crestwood College, Eastleigh Monday 29th October 1pm

Come along and take part in a Wheelchair Jamboree! All money raised will be donated to wheelchair sports and the team winning first prize will take home goodies from under armour and nandos!

To register, send your team name, team members, team captain and contact person to the details below Age groups: Under 15's, Under 17's, adults Cost £20 team entry Telephone 07713136680 Email jamboreeballers@gmail.com

Royal Victoria Country Park Netley Abbey

Wednesday 31st October Pushing Down the Barriers 'Have a Go' countryside activities 11am - 4pm outside the shop

An opportunity for 13-25 year olds who are not in full time education, employment or training.

Come and 'Have a go' at a variety of countryside related activities including: Ash hurdle making, Flint knapping, Fire making and Stool making.

All children must be accompanied by an adult unless otherwise stated. Cost Free entry. Normal parking charges apply.

Mon 29th Oct - Friday 2nd Nov Chilling adventures in the haunted Chapel 11am - 3.30pm each day Chilling adventures in the haunted Chapel. Are you brave enough to venture inside? All indoors so no need to worry about the weather! Meet at The Heritage Visitor Centre Cost £1.50 per person. An extra charge of 50p to do the trail. Normal parking charges apply

Sunday 3rd Nov Fireworks Night Gates open at 6pm. Fireworks at 7.30pm. Another spectacular display to music in a beautiful setting. Refreshments, activities, miniature steam train rides and a mini fun fayre are also available.

Tickets are available from 1st October. In advance: £5/adult, £3/child On the night: £7/adult, £5/child, £20/family ticket (2+2) Under 4s are free.

Telephone 023 8060 5101 Email Michele.Meek@hants.gov.uk

10am to 4pm

The event is a cycle challenge and participation event to encouraging everyone to get on their bikes and do a ride. We are planning to have a range of adapted cycles available on the day for people to try. If you haven’t seen them already, there are several fleets of these cycles available in Hampshire at Alice Holt, Pavilion on the Park in Eastleigh, Queen Elizabeth Country park and in the New Forest. They are great because most people can be accommodated in some way to enable them to participate in the cycling experience. Quest 88 will also be there with a range of bikes and also All Aboard Bikes from RVCP.

Anyone who takes part will be able to register in advance at http://www.myjourneyhampshire.com/ and receive a free goody bag which will include a T shirt and other gifts. All registration profits will go to charity and are very low.

PS this event takes place on the last day of the Paralympics and the closing ceremony will be televised on the big screen by the cathedral - a great place to go once people have sorted out their picnic (maybe buying it from the farmers market…) and the weather looks fabulous! A really good day out!

Al Crabtree

This is the launch of the Hampshire Wheelchair Racing Group and the start of monthly sessions with fully qualified coaches. Experienced athletes and beginners welcome. Equipment available to try out.

• From 21/08/2012

• Time: 11.30am to 1.00pm

• Location: Winchester Sports Stadium

• Cost: Free

For further details please contact Liz Purbrick (07850 514936) lpurbrick@englandathletics.org or Peter Hull (01962 846021) peter.hull@hants.gov.uk

Wednesday 29th August Paralympics Sports ‘Light a Lantern Festival’ at River Park Sports Centre

For children from 5-19 years old and their families to come together and take part in a range of disability sports. Families should arrive at 12.30pm for a 1.00pm start. It’s FREE!

There is also an opportunity for children to Activities on the day include; football, basketball, table tennis, athletics, trampolining, tennis, swimming, volleyball and boccia. Children can make their own Paralympic torches which can be used to celebrate the opening ceremony.

The event will then finish at 5.30pm where families can make their way down to the Winchester Live to watch the opening ceremony live on a giant screen, see demonstrations of mouth and foot painting, powerchair football and much more.

We would like people to contact us first (achapman@winchester.gov.uk) so that we get a good idea of numbers/age range and ability level.

They are also running a Paralympic Light a Lantern Festival on 28th August with loads of activities on offer. To find out more or book online please go to http://www.qe2activitycentre.co.uk or phone Phil Oates on 023 8040 4844.

Looking for something for the kids to do in the summer holidays?

Fun Camp is open to children of all abilities and are able to offer one-to-one care, if required.

For further information and to discuss your child’s needs please contact the Fun Camp manager Nicola Baxter on 01962 737252 or email funcamp@perinscommunity.co.uk

Love the outdoors and mucking about in the woods? Why not go along to a brilliant day of Outdoor Activities at Alice Holt Forest, Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham, Surrey GU10 4LS on Wednesday 29th August 10.30am-2pm. Caterpillar Crafts have teamed up with their friends at Alice Holt Forest & Quench Cycles to present a fun filled day suitable for families of all ages & abilities! Woodland Trail, Den Building, Natural Art, Crafts and Adapted Bikes.

Only £8 per child parents/carer’s go FREE! Booking essential visit our website for an online booking form http://www.caterpillar-crafts.com or tel 07830 256 619

Normal price £24.00 per session, ShortBreaks funded price only £3.60 per session with a Gateway Card

To book please go to http://www.justjump.org.uk/2012-summer-holiday-bounce-about/

Sessions held at Chamberlayne Leisure Centre, Weston Lane, Weston, Southampton SO19 9SJ

Sessions currently available on 31st July, 3rd, 6th, 7th, 10th, 13th, 14th, 17th, 20th, 21st, 24th, 27th, 28th August

BOOK SOON as sessions are going fast! *******

Continuing to celebrate the Paralympics in the evening (if you’re not too exhausted), bushcraft, firelighting, and campfire (gotta love a campfire) at Cricket Camp fire pit 18:00 - 21:00 it’s free, inclusive for all families and all ages with fabulous entertainment from The Point, including music, drama and storytelling (No charge for attending evening event, BBQ & refreshments available at small cost)

Wednesday 29th August gives us Winchester’s Light a Lantern Festival – Paralympic Sports galore at River Park Leisure Centre, Winchester 13:00 to 17.30 including sitting volleyball, tennis, goalball and swimming. Followed by a Torch Relay to Winchester Cathedral to watch the Opening Ceremony of the Paralympics LIVE on the GIANT SCREEN – with celebrations and entertainments going on into the evening .

Don’t forget you can watch live coverage every day of the Paralympics on the Giant Screen at The Cathedral Outer Close from 10am, make a day of it, bring a picnic!

Let’s just hope the weather improves, otherwise bring a brolly

Al