Family football frenzy for dads and their lads

FAMILY FOOTBALL FRENZY FOR DADS & THEIR LADS - ALL PART OF THE "ACTIVE PARENTS" PROJECT

Although this course started on Saturday 26 March 2011 it is still going strong and will continue until 26 May 2011 - The reason for this delayed information is that the course is such a success I wanted all of those Dads & their Lads especially those living in and around Calverton to get off their sofas, grab their sons and get down to the all weather football pitches at Calverton Leisure Centre. A fully qualified football coach is waiting to put you through your paces in a FUN filled & enjoyable environment with like minded people who are looking to bond have FUN with their sons playing the beautiful game, whilst at the same time participating in healthy physical activities.

Venue: Calverton all weather football pitches - Calverton Leisure Centre

Time: 10.00am - 11.00am

For: Parents/Carers & Guardians and their Children

Age: 3-8 years of age

Activities: Coaching & fotball FUN for DADS & their LADS / choice of activities for Mums on the day

Cost: £1.00 per child - Adults FREE

Any one intersted in taking part are to contact:Martha or Paula on 0115 9118700

or call Calverton Childrens Centre, Flatts Lane, Calverton. 

Events and Activities within the Gedling Area  

-Chinese Dragons and Lanterns – 5^th February                                                      

 FREE EVENT

The New Bowling Green Pavilion,                                                           

 BOOKING ESSENTIAL

Arnot Hill Park, Arnold, Nottingham 2.00 – 5.00pm (0115) 9013715

Gedling Play Forum and Gedling Borough Council are hosting an arts and craft afternoon with a Chinese New Year theme.   Come and make your own lantern and mask and listen to traditional Chinese songs and stories during the afternoon.  A grand lantern parade around the lake starts at 5.15pm. 

Parents must be in attendance at all times. 

-Carlton Play Day – Wednesday 1^st June                                                                  

 FREE EVENT    

Richard Herrod Playing Fields, Foxhill Road, Carlton, Nottingham 1.00pm – 4.00pm

This joint event is organised and funded by the Gedling Play Forum and Gedling Borough Council and offers a chance for the under 14s to express themselves through play in a safe and secure environment. There will be dance, BMX and sports sessions, drumming workshops, dressing up, traditional games and activities for all ages and abilities to try.  Wear your play clothes for lots of fun and laughter.

-Arnold Carnival – 18^th & 19^th June                                                                              

FREE EVENT    

Arnot Hill Park, Arnold, Nottingham.

Saturday 2.00pm – 10.30pm   Sunday 11.00am – 10.00pm

Big stage entertainment from local and professional entertainers over the weekend.  Saturday has The Foundations and on Sunday, The Bogus Brothers party band will end the night.  Favourites also include Fun Dog Show, BBMF Dakota, children’s fun fair & activity marquee, BMX & skateboarding sessions in the ball court, sports taster sessions and competitions, craft & charity stalls, street entertainers and food & drink court.  Free entertainment on both days for all the family.  Bring a blanket, relax and let us entertain you.  Limited on site parking.

-Papplewick Playing Field Equipment - Wednesday 27^th July                             

 FREE EVENT

Linby Lane 1.00 – 4.00pm

Following the installation of additional play equipment last year, Papplewick Parish Council are again hosting a free fun packed afternoon with games, activities and arts & crafts for all ages and abilities.

-Gedling Play Day – Wednesday 10^th August                                                           

 FREE EVENT    

Arnot Hill Park, Arnold, Nottingham 1.00pm – 4.00pm

Gedling Play Day is organised and part-funded by Notts CC, Gedling Play Forum and Gedling Borough Council. A chance for the under 14s to express themselves through play in a safe and secure environment. There will be dance displays, drumming workshops, BMX & skateboarding sessions, lots of games and activities for all ages and abilities, so wear your play clothes and be prepared to get very messy!

-Gedling Show – 4^th September                                                                                    

 FREE EVENT

Richard Herrod Playing Fields, Foxhill Road, Carlton  11.00am – 5.00pm  

The Borough’s largest horticultural show and classic car & motorbike show.  Central arena entertainment, BBM Spitfire flypast, Fun Dog Show, street entertainers, various have-a-go sporting and bmx sessions, sideshows, childrens’ fun fair, craft and charity stalls and food court. The Gedling Play Forum will also be providing free activities for children of all ages and abilities. Entertainment for all the family. 

Additional parking at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre.

Additional information can be obtained from the Leisure Services page at www.gedling.gov.uk or from Lorraine Brown, Events & Play Officer, Gedling Borough Council (0115) 901 3602 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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