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top links: homepage Cheshire Merseyside Manchester NE Wales what's on? family-friendly events what's new? what's new on Kidsguide subscribe to newsletter latest newsletter parents' corner noticeboard salesboard suggestion box more ... search search & site map Google map BBC weather forecast	Kidsguide feature Children's Entertainment Birthday parties, Christenings, Weddings, Playgroups, After-school & holiday clubs, Beavers & Rainbows Specialist Party Entertainment for children who love trains, animals, teddies, horses, cars & trucks, music, dancing or drumming. New doll dress design parties. New "Pink" Parties! Gail 07951 223186 mayhewgail@hotmail.com www.musicmusique.vze.com

	23/7/8 Any baby groups in Hale/Altrincham area? Mum of 5mth baby just relocated to area and desperate to meet with new mums, maybe find a baby club in the area.. Any suggestions would be great?? Debbie Hale, Altrincham To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	22/7/8 Pub with outside play area near Cheshire Oaks Hi, I am planning to meet up with a friend near Cheshire Oaks somewhere and would like to know if anyone knows of any pubs near there that have an outside play area. thanks very much. Jo Malpas To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk Jo, my choice would be to try the Bunbury Arms, (2 Little Stanley Lane, Stoak, Chester, Cheshire CH2 4HW Tel. 01244 301665) It's an old pub with reasonable food and quite a nice, little garden. No play equipment but there are sometimes horses next door to look at and a very short walk from a pretty bridge over canal and footpath, barges etc. I haven't taken my kids there for a while so I can't guarantee it's still child friendly but it's a proper country-style pub so worth a try and a rare thing near Cheshire Oaks which is dominated by large US chains. If that doesn't work out you are only two mins from the Stanney Oaks (Harvester chain pub), Little Stanney CH2 4HT 0151 356 4930. Zena
	21/7/8 Mother's help, maternity nanny, part time childminder We are a family expecting our third child in september, and are looking for someone to help support with childcare and some home help during the new baby's first weeks. I would like someone with great references and CRB checks, and good experience of pre school children... We have a 19mnth, 3.5yr old and new baby on way. Natalie West Kirby, Wirral To respond email natalie@clubdoor.com or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	15/7/8 Boogie fit Can anybody give me any further details on boogie fit classes? I believe there are classes in Bunbury and Kelsall for toddlers? Tracey Tarporley To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	14/7/8 Nanny required Wirral I am looking for a nanny for my three children ages 11,9,7 in the Wirral area live in considered Peter Birkenhead To respond email rofman87@yahoo.co.uk or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	7/7/8 Party Entertainer - Northwich Hi, can anybody recommend a party entertainer for a 6 year old girl's party, preferably a magician/dj. Found some entertainers listed don't know which to contact. Anybody hired someone for a party recently. Not too pricey either! (Want to do something different not the usual playbarn.) Wendy Northwich To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk How about a cheerleading party. Many of the girls are into high school musical. They can learn the moves, the chants and a whole routine. If there is time they even get the chance to fly. On details on www.littlesuperstars.co.uk or ring louise 07904311552 Hi, I saw your advert on Kidsguide regarding your daughter's birthday party. I am based in Nantwich and teach Baby Sign and Baby Play classes but I have taught dance at a local dance school and could organise a Disco party with disco lights and some dance related party games. Give me a call if you want to know more on 07973 47871. Regards Sharon Burrows Hullabaloo Kids Baby Sign & Baby Play Tutor South Cheshire
	3/7/8 Childminder required I am looking for a childminder to look after our 11 and 6 year old children on a Thurs evening every week 6.30 until 8.30 can anyone help us I live in Winsford Cheshire area. S Lowsley Winsford Cheshire To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk I am Cheshire's childminding network co-ordinator for the Vale Royal area - if you would like to contact me on 07867 537278 or email me direct elaine.wareing@cheshire.gov.uk, I will endeavour to find someone to meet your needs. Elaine Wareing
	30/6/8 Arts and Crafts club for Toddlers/pre school children on the Wirral Hi does anyone know of a craft based toddler activity club on the Wirral? Julez Oxton To respond email julez_ew@yahoo.co.uk or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk Hi Julez, we have lovely Rhythm Time sessions on all over the Wirral. This provides an excellent preschool activity for you little one and comes highly recommended by health visitors. We also hold baby sessions from 8 weeks! All classes are age-related and lots of fun. The preschool session introduces them to the art of reading music and they learn about simple musical signs like crescendo and diminuendo, piano and forte as well as the instruments of the orchestra. They interpret different pieces of music and develop their singing ability and co-ordination. The classes dovetail with National Curriculum and help with reading readiness and listening skills. We are holding summer courses on the Wirral, Chester and Shrewsbury, otherwise classes start again in Sept. Early booking is recommended. Ring me anytime: Julia 07789867589 Hi Julez, I run Mucky Pups which now has it's own premises situated at 75 Wallasey Village. We run parent and toddler art and craft classes each week day from 9.30 - 12pm during term time and messy play sessions each afternoon from 1 - 2.30pm. We are open every Monday, Wednesday and Friday throughout the summer holidays from 10am - 4pm catering for all children from 2 - 8 years. We have a new exciting theme each week with lots of activities to keep them occupied and they get to take all their creations home with them! For more information contact Marie 07900 643 768 or mariesteel@mucky-pups.com
	23/6/8 Nanny in West Kirby? I am looking for a nanny for my 3 children, aged 7, 4 and 18 months from September, 2 or 3 days a week, mainly during term time. No car required. Duties would be drop off and pick up for the older children and all day care for the baby. Meena West Kirby To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	23/6/8 Nursery open at weekends in Crewe/Nantwich area Does anyone know of a nursery open at weekends we have a 1 year old and we both have to work weekends Keith Crewe/Nantwich/Malpas/Tarporley To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk No i do not, but quite often the nursery workers from nurseries will do some babysitting for you even if its during the day. Just contact a local nursery with a good reputation. Louise Hi Keith Have you considered using a childminder instead? They too are registered and inspected by Ofsted, and work to the same standards as nurseries - from Sept 08 in fact, all Early Years providers, including schools, will work to exactly the same standards ( EYFS framework). Many childminders are available to care for children over the weekend, and in some cases even overnight too! The childminding network co-ordinator for the Crewe and Nantwich area is a lady called Angela Moore ( 07810 181 419), she should be able to help you further. Alternatively, try contacting the families information service on 0800 0852 863 Best wishes Elaine Wareing ( Childminder Network Co-ordinator for Vale Royal)
	21/6/8 Breakdancing/Streetdance lessons for 7 year old boys Hello I am looking for breakdancing and streetdancing lessons for my 7 year old twin boys. Needs to be in the warrington area and on a saturday. Any suggestions? Thanks Mike Jackson, Burtonwood To respond email jacksonmj100@aol.com or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	20/6/8 Mother's help required Tarporley area I am looking for a mother's help, 2 days a week. Must have a car, as we are near Duddon / Huxley, near Tarporley. Would prefer someone with experience. If you are interested, please contact me. L. Nicholls To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	20/6/8 Babysitting in Duddon/Tarporley I'm looking for a babysitter for my 8mth old. It would be on an ad hoc basis just so we can get out for an occasional evening. You would need to come to us and have the necessary child minding experience and CRB checks. Many thanks, Kirsten Kirsten Norbury Tarporley To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk Hi Kirsten Although not a childminder, I have 13 years of babysitting experience with children from 6 weeks old and can provide references from parents whose children I currently look after. I am a primary school teacher and worked in a private day nursery part-time whilst doing my teaching degree, so also have formal childcare experience of looking after children from 6 weeks old. I am a Rainbow Guider and Guide Guider and have several CRB checks. I live in North Wales but work in Ellesmere Port (where I used to live) and babysit across Chester, Ellesmere Port, Wrexham, Connahs Quay, Hapsford and Frodsham. I have my own car and am flexible regarding times I am available (ie am happy to start at 6pm or even earlier at weekends if you wanted to go for an early meal and to the cinema - or later finishes with prior notice, I have worked for a national childcare agency and often bookings would be until 2am as they mainly provide sitters for parents who are at functions in hotels so have late finishes!) I have completed First Aid training, which included emergency aid for babies and young children so you can be assured your baby would be in safe hands with me. Please contact me directly if you wish to ask any questions about anything I may have missed, and to discuss rates if you are interested in meeting me with a view to having me as your babysitter. I look forward to hearing from you Laura tali1981uk@hotmail.co.uk Hello Kirsten, I am a qualified primary school teacher living in the Wrexham area and I would be more than happy to travel to your area. I have recently worked within a day nursery setting and will be doing so again over the forthcoming Summer holidays therefore I will have daily experience in working with babies. I sit on behalf of a professional babysitting service so I have been interviewed and I also regularly sit for families privately, looking after a babies and children of all ages. I have a recent up-to-date CRB disclosure which was carried this month. I have attended Paediatric First Aid Training and have a knowledge of the Birth to Three framework. I would therefore be able to motivate and encourage your 8 month old through play as well as looking after him/her. I can provide references and I am flexible with times and days of work whether it be week nights or weekends. I even sit for families during the day at weekends should you ever need a daytime sitter. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Regards Angela Griffiths (ange_griff@yahoo.co.uk)
	17/6/8 Urgently required After school care/Babysitter Hi,i am looking for childcare for my 2 children, age 5 and 7 years old while i'm working.I will need for every friday 5pm-7:30pm and saturdays between 9am-5pm.Doesnt need to have qualification all i need it's a reliable teenager or an adult.I live in Connah's Quay area.Can someone help me? Paula Connah's Quay To respond email pbiscaia@gmail.com or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	17/6/8 Active day out for boys Please can anyone suggest an active day out on Merseyside for 3 boys aged 6,7 and 9? Is Croc Trail an option? I can't find a website for it. Bruni Jones Formby To respond email bruni.jones@tiscali.co.uk or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk Some details including a weblink for the Crocky Trail near Chester can be found in Kidsguide's places to go section. Hi I think it might be a bit rough for the younger two. Another good option maybe better suited to this group is Manley Mere Adventure Trail. Both are probably about an hour's drive from Formby.
	11/6/8 Dance Classes - Wirral area - Disco, hip hop Anyone recommend a dance class in the Wirral area for disco, hip hop etc for a 5 year old girl. Helen Upton To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk I run Dance classes, and have a class for 5-7yrs age group 4-15 - 5-00p.m on a Thursday. Class is fun based and the children dance to current 'Popular' music i.e. Chart songs, High School Musical, etc Classes are at Harrison Hall, Wallasey Village (opposite Grove Rd Station and by Windsors Garage) I have an ad in the Dance Classes section - Harrison Greene Dance Email Harrison-greene@talktalk.net Angela
	11/6/8 Interested in Cross Stitch I run a cross stitch club called Sew Beautiful in Hale Barns, Altrincham and am trying to recruit new members. I wondered if any young people are interesting in cross stitch and joining (every 2 weeks, wednesday nights - 7.30pm - 9.30pm) or maybe starting an after school club? Please email louise.edge@smuht.nwest.nhs.uk if interested for further details. Kind regards Mrs Louise Edge Louise Edge Altrincham, Cheshire To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	10/6/8 Mums and Baby Group in Handbridge? A number of weeks ago when I checked the website I thought I had seen a mums and baby group on a Monday in Handbridge however I can't seem to find any information about it now...does anybody know if there is a class and if so do you have the details please? Claire Franzen Chester To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk Hi Claire, Rhythm Time provides baby, toddler and preschool sessions in Handbridge (St Mary's) on a Monday morning could this be what you are thinking of? We have a summer course this year in Chester in August if you are interested otherwise our classes start again in Sept. Early booking is recommended. Have a look at our website www.rhythmtime.net or give me a ring and we can have a chat! Julia Tel 07789867589
	9/6/8 Drum Tuition in Mid/East Cheshire Does anyone know of any drumming tutors in Northwich/Middlewich/Holmes Chapel/Sandbach areas for children 8 and upwards? Thanks Andy Davies Holmes Chapel To respond email andy@davi29.wanadoo.co.uk or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk If you don't find anything closer to your home, you might like to contact me. I'm based in Christleton near Chester and am offering flexible summer drumming lessons for children or adults on acoustic or electric kit. £6 for 30 minutes. Contact Steve on 07826 519077 or 01244 336733 or e-mail the_government@hotmail.co.uk
	9/6/8 Holiday club/after school care in Chester Hi I am moving to the Boughton area Mid July for my job transfer from the midlands and need to find before/after school care for my two girls aged 9 and 7, also a holiday club in the near vicinity. Or maybe a childminder for school drop off/pick up. Any ideas?? Adele, West Midlands To respond email adeleian.harris@blueyonder.co.uk or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk Hello Adele Michelle Lovelock is the childminding network co-ordinator for the Chester area, so she may be able to help you to find a childminder in the area. Her number is 07770 538376. Alternatively, you might like to try the Families Information Service on 0800 0852 863 Best wishes Elaine Wareing Childminding Network Co-ordinator for Vale Royal
	9/6/8 Party bus Does anyone no of a soft play party bus that will travel to liverpool. Joanne Crosby To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	9/6/8 Nursery for blind children Please can anyone tell me of any pre school nurseries near Bangor where you do not need a referral from SS? I m asking for a friend who is desperate. All help very much appreciated! Lorna Bangor, North Wales To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	27/5/8 Baby ballet in Wrexham area? Would like my daughter to learn ballet & tap are there any classes in the Wrexham area. Lisa Evans Wrexham To respond email lisaevans@v4b.co.uk or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	27/5/8 Beavers in Bebington Does anyone know of a Beaver group running in the Bebington area and how to contact them? Sarah Bebington To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk Hi Sarah Normally when looking for a group, I would direct anyone to Scoutbase (http://www.scoutbase.org) However – Merseyside District have their own website The contact details for Beavers can be found at the link below. http://merseysidescouts.com/beavers/contact.php I hope you are successful at getting a place for your youngster! Caroline Rhys Assistant Cub Scout Leader – 1^st Connah’s Quay Cherokee Pack
	27/5/8 Football Coaching for 18mth old? Does anyone know of weekend Football coaching classes for 18 month olds upwards - Chester preferably? Emma, Upton, Chester To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	27/5/8 Child friendly nice Cafe I am looking for any recommendations for cafes that are toddler friendly in the Chester area. Somewhere you can just escape for an hour with the little one to have a nice coffee and they can have a juice and a biscuit? Nichola, Chester To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk There are some suggestions on Kidsguide's eating out page but we could do with a lot more suggestions please! My suggestion would be the Blue Moon Cafe down by the river Dee. Child friendly with board games, bread for ducks and simple fare e.g. beans on toast if you want to eat. Also in a nice location on the Groves just a couple of minutes walk upstream from the suspension bridge. Zena, Kidsguide
	25/5/8 Gym, Boxing, Kick Boxing Clubs in the Wallasey Area Hi, Does anyone know if there are any Gym, Boxing, or Kick Boxing Clubs or Classes in or around the Wallasey area for a 14 year old girl. Any help would be appreciated. Many Thanks Shelley To respond email dollbaby@merseymail.com or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	23/5/8 Baby sitter required-Oxton Hi-Reliable babysitter required for five year old. Occasional evenings. Oxton. Birkenhead. Must have own transport. Allyson Birkenhead To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk Hiya. I am a registered childminder, first aid trained and CRB checked. I have babysat for over 20yrs and have 3 children of my own. I am available most evenings for babysitting, so please email me direct on kayefamily@o2.co.uk to discuss rates and availability. I am in Heswall so quite close! Tracy Kaye
	21/5/8 Looking for au pair We are a family of four based in south Manchester looking for an au pair to help us out. Ideally wanting someone who could start at the beginning of September but could accommodate an earlier start than this. If your au pair is finishing with your family but wants to stay on in England this would be ideal:) Laura Stretford, Manchester To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	19/5/8 Sandy Lane Aqua Park Does anyone know the opening dates and times for the Aqua park in Sandy Lane, Chester this year? Thanks Zena To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk Hi ! The Sandy Lane Aqua Park is now open - usually 10-5 but it does not open if the weather is bad - although there is still a playground available.
	19/5/8 Nappy changing facilities in Flintshire Hi Does anyone know if there is a lit of places you can change a baby's nappy in Flintshire? Similar lists are available for other areas but I haven't been able to find one for Flintshire. Thanks Zena To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	12/5/8 Toddler group Wallasey Hi, I am desperate to find a group like tunble tots or gym babie for my 18month little girl. She obsessed with dancing+throwing herself round, so want to find somewhere to burn that energy off.many thanks. Pip Hughes Wallasey To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk Hi Pip, we have a lovely music group running in Wallasey and other areas on the Wirral! We come highly recommended by health visitors...Rhythm Time provides age related classes for children from 8 weeks to 5 yrs. They are fab and lots of fun! We are running a summer course this year and we are now taking bookings for Sept. Our website is www.rhythmtime.net or ring me for more details. Many thanks Julia Tel 07789867589
	9/5/8 Looking for a babysitter or to start a baby sitting circle WH Greater Manchester/Tameside/ Cheshire / Derbyshire I would like a safe occasional trustworthy baby sitter or to set up a baby sitting circle in the greater Manchester area. Please contact if you have any ideas. To respond email w3ndz@hotmail.com or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	8/5/8 Boys Birthday party venue I am looking for a birthday party venue around the Eastham Wirral area. Done the usual things Mcdonalds, Brewsters etc so looking for something a little different but not too far away. Paula, Eastham Wirral To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk We do sports parties and are more than happy to travel your way. You can choose multi sports, football or rugby, or many other choices. Full details available on www.littlesuperstars.co.uk Hi Paula, I run very popular drumming parties in people's homes and hired halls. I bring along an extensive electric drum kit and acoustic drums and the children have a great time learning basic drumming skills. The parents love it because all the children are busy and happy (and some Mums and Dads like to drum along, too). Gail mayhewgail@hotmail.com tel 01244 336733, 07951 223186 www.musicmusique.vze.com
	6/5/8 Mother's help to care for 1 year old in own home varied hours I am looking for a flexible person to care for my 1 year old and collect 3 from school (I live 20 steps from the school gate!) for after school care. This is to cover my husband's shift pattern that we get 6 months in advance, so hours varied Shirley, Nantwich To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk Hi Shirley My name is Kathryn Goodman, I live in the Wrexham area and have extensive experience of working with children of all ages. I have recently worked with a family in Shropshire for over a year but unfortunately my employment terminated as one of the parents was made redundant. I can supply great references and am available for work immediately. Please feel free to contact me on 07738 173 169 or email me-ow@hotmail.co.uk. I look forward to hearing from you Best Wishes Kathryn
	2/5/8 Parent toddler group in East Flintshire First time mum with son of 4 months looking for friendly parent and toddler group to meet other parents in East Flintshire area. I have not lived in Wales long and would like to meet other mums to make friends. Rebecca Trelogan Nr Holywell To respond email beckyc_moo2u2@yahoo.co.uk or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	1/5/8 Spanish Lessons in Chester? Does anyone know of Spanish lessons for toddlers in Chester? My son is 2 and I'm looking for a fun play class that teaches Spanish. Sarah To respond email noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk
	1/5/8 Childcare to pick up from Saughall Pre School? Hi..looking for a childminder/childcare to pick up and drop off from Saughall Pre School (9.15am drop off and 12 pm pick up approx.) 2/3 days a week with care afterwards until 6pm? Needed from September onwards until following September Anybody help ? To respond email twofishes@tiscali.co.uk or noticeboard@kidsguide.co.uk Hi You can get a full list of all childcare providers (including childminders) in your area from Cheshire Children's Information Service on 0800 0852 863. They hold a huge database of information about all sorts of childcare, including schools/preschools/playgroups served by individual childminders - just tell them the name of the preschool and the days/times you require care, and they should be able to send you a list of possible matches. Best wishes EW
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