Friday
1 November
Hallowe'en Half Term At Oliver
Cromwell's House, 10.00am-5.00pm
Pick up your spooky Hallowe'en Trail as you walk through this
atmospheric house and into the Haunted Bedroom if you dare! To complete your
visit, try your hand at creating your own ghost to add to our Ghosts of
Cromwell's House collection.
Wicken Fen: Pram Push,
10.15-11.30am
Step out with your babies and toddlers for a buggy-friendly countryside
walk. Explore the route around Wicken village and alongside the Lodes of Wicken
Fen with other parents, grandparents and children. NB We'll be going at adult
walking speed... so buggies or carriers are recommended for the smaller people.
Wimpole Estate:
Family Activity - Make a Bird Feeder, 2.00-4.00pm
Come and have a go at making a bird feeder.
Peckover House: Halloween Trail,
12.00noon-4.00pm
A Halloween Trail for children
Welney WWT: Half term family
fun, 10.00am-8.00pm
Enjoy the start of the winter wildlife spectacle as thousands of birds
migrate to the UK to stay at wetlands like WWT Welney. Have a go at the activity stations in the
pond room or try the discovery trail out on the reserve and don't forget the
swan feed at 3.30pm!
Cambridge Arts Theatre: James
and the Giant Peach, 2.00pm and 7.00pm
James lives with Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker, the most revolting Aunts
in E
ngland. They make him work and slave and never let him play with other
children. Then one day he meets a mystical old man who gives him a bag that
contains the strongest magic the world has ever known. When James accidentally
spills the bag near an old peach tree, the most incredible things start to
happen - and James embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with the most amazing
group of characters you could ever meet.
Museum of Cambridge Self-guided
trail: 'Make your Mark!'
As part of the Big Draw 2013, this fun self-guided activity trail
allows you to mix and match materials in each room to illustrate your very own
Museum story, leaving marks and messages for other visitors along the way.
Huntingdon Garden and Leisure:
Halloween Half Term Fun, 10.00am-12.00noon
FREE Make Your Own Bird Feeder
March Fireworks Display (March
Primary School), 5.30pm
The display is on Friday November 1 with the gates opening at 5.30pm.
Saturday
2 November
Ely Scout Hut: Baby Pumpkin
Party, 10.30-11.30 (birth-8 months) 12.00noon-1.00pm (9-15 months)
Prepare for a fantastically fun event to celebrate the sights and
sounds of Autumn with your little one aged 0-15 months. There will be lots of
treats (but no scary tricks).
Wilburton Firework Display, from
6.00pm
One of the best firework displays in the area, with fireworks set to music.
The event also includes BBQ, hot and cold drinks, bar, novelties, and fun fair.
Gates open 6:00pm, fire lit at 6:30pm, fireworks at 7:30pm.
Wicken Fen: Family Birdwatching
Walk, 2.00-4.00pm
A family walk to discover the birds of the Fen. Make a bird box
afterwards (small charge to cover materials). Booking essential.
Hallowe'en Half Term At Oliver
Cromwell's House, 10.00am-5.00pm
For information, see 1 November
Wimpole
Estate: Family Activity - Make a Bird Feeder, 2.00-4.00pm
For information, see 1 November
Peckover House: Halloween Trail,
12.00noon-4.00pm
For information, see 1 November
Lavenham by Lantern Light,
6.30-8.00pm
See the medieval village of Lavenham in a whole new light on our
Lantern Walk. The beautiful timber-framed buildings will come alive as you
listen to the history of this hidden gem. Lavenham is one of the best preserved
medieval villages in England. The rich cloth merchants who lived here were some
of the wealthiest in the country, leaving behind a unique legacy of buildings.
Jane Gosling
Welney WWT: Half term family
fun, 10.00am-8.00pm
For information, see 1 November
Cambridge Arts Theatre: James
and the Giant Peach, 10.30am and 2.00pm
For information, see 1 November
Fitzwilliam Museum: Family First
Saturdays, 2.00-4.00pm
On the first Saturday of each month visit our Fitz Family Welcome Point
(Courtyard Entrance) and collect drawing materials, activities and trails to
use throughout the Museum, exploring a variety of themes.
Cambridge Botanic Garden: Potty
about bulbs, 11.00am-3.00pm
Decorate a plant pot and plant it up with miniature bulbs to take home
as a present for someone this Christmas.
Museum of Cambridge Self-guided
trail: 'Make your Mark!'
For information, see 1 November
Sunday
3 November
Hallowe'en Half Term At Oliver
Cromwell's House, 10.00am-5.00pm
For information, see 1 November
Wimpole
Estate: Family Activity - Make a Bird Feeder, 2.00-4.00pm
For information, see 1 November
Peckover House: Halloween Trail,
12.00noon-4.00pm
For information, see 1 November
Welney WWT: Half term family
fun, 10.00am-8.00pm
For information, see 1 November
Cambridge Junction: Princess and
the Pea, 11.30am and 2.30pm
Once upon a stormy night, while the wind and the rain were howling
outside, the Royals were all tucked up warm in bed. Suddenly there came a knock
at the door and a very we
t, very untidy girl was brought inside...Become part
of this playful and comic story of a prince in search of a ‘real’ princess, a
clever queen, a girl who is not as she first appears, a tower of mattresses and
of course a tiny pea. This quirky and inventive adaptation of Hans Christian
Andersen’s bedtime tale is played out among sheets and blankets with puppets,
objects and dreamlike projections.
Museum of Cambridge Self-guided
trail: 'Make your Mark!'
For information, see 1 November
Museum of Cambridge: Family
Fridays, 10.30am-12.30pm
Every Friday in the Attic . Bring the young ones to explore our
wonderful collection of toys and games in the Museum Attic. Activities are perfect for Under 5s and their
carers.
Tuesday
5 November
Cambridge Fireworks Display,
6.00pm
This year's fireworks show will be held on Tuesday 5 November, starting
at 7.30pm at Midsummer Common. A bonfire will be lit immediately after the
fireworks display. The Thurston Fun Fair will be open from 6 to 10pm.
Saturday
9 November
Ely Fireworks Spectacular,
5.30pm
Ely XT celebrate their fireworks spectacular in Cherry Hill Park, Ely.
Ely's Fireworks Spectacular display illuminates the skies against the backdrop
of Ely Cathedral; this annual date has earned itself the reputation of being
the biggest event in Ely's community calendar, attracting thousands, and also
featuring side stalls and family attractions plus hot food and drink available.
No fireworks or sparklers allowed. Gates (both Barton Square CB7 4DG and Broad
Street CB7 4AH entrances) open at 5.30pm, bonfire is lit at 6.15pm and the
fireworks are set off at 6.45pm.
Huntingdon Garden & Leisure
: Santa’s Grotto Grand Opening, 11.00am
Come and experience the magic of Christmas and see Santa arrive with
his REAL Reindeer with this year’s badge winner. Children will have the
opportunity to meet and have their photo taken with the reindeer. The cast of
Ely's Pantomine "Jack & The Beanstalk" will be here to entertain
you along with Terry James. IT MAY EVEN SNOW!!!! Santa arrives at 11am. Grotto
opens at 12noon.
Cottenham Village College:
Family Learning Day, 10.30am
Activities to include: Raptor Foundation, Screen printing bags, Healthy
eating, Applique owl, Tile art, Children’s drama, Cafe. FREE.
Sunday
10 November
Ely Cinema: Project Wild Thing
(PG), 3.00pm
Documentarian David Bond feared that his children spent too much time
glued to their screens and almost none in the great outdoors. In this
inspirational film, he launches an ingenious campaign to “get queues outside
woods instead of Apple stores”.
Cambridge Junction: The Boy Who
Cried Wolf, 11.30am and 2.30pm
Winter is coming, the trees are bare, the birds fly south, and the
sheep are flocking, seeking shelter from the wind. As the falling snow flurries to the ground
wolf footprints can be seen padded into the hard ground.......But standing on
the hill top a boy is watching his sheep. He is bored, seeking adventure, and
looking for the next best thing! A boy tasked to keep his community safe but
with a vivid imagination. A boy who makes up stories and craves the thrill of
the unknown A boy who, unthinkingly, unknowingly............. Cried WOLF! A
beautiful new wintery tale about a boy, unable to find delight in what is
around him and instead seeks adventure, excitement and the thrill of the
unknown! Inspired by the famous Aesop
fable this wonderful play has a gifted ensemble of actor musicians who play the
delightful characters, funny sheep and perhaps a scary wolf or two......
Ely Library: Sunday Craft Club,
12.00noon-4.00pm
Come along to Ely library between 12 and 4 on alternate Sunday
afternoons and make themed junk crafts to join our display (and something to
take home too). Have fun finding out what you can make with your rubbish. This
is a FREE activity for children of any age but bring along an adult to help.
Thursday
14 November
Wicken Fen: Mucky Pups... Frosty
Fun, 10.15-11.45am
Seasonal fun, craft and adventure for under 5s. Booking essential.
Friday
15 November
Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift
& Food Fair 2013, 9.30am-4.30pm and late night shopping 6.30-8.30pm
Ely Cathedral will be opening its doors for another exceptional
Christmas-shopping experience at this unique event. Whether you’re looking for
a special gift, accessories or decorations to complete your festive ensemble,
you’ll be spoilt for choice. Beautiful and affordable items you’ll rarely find
on the high street – Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & Food Fair is the ideal
event for your seasonal shopping. Throughout the two day Fair there will be
seasonal floral presentations by the Cathedral Flower Guild and cookery
demonstrations from celebrity chefs.
Museum of Cambridge: Family
Fridays, 10.30am-12.30pm
For information, see 8 November
Saturday
16 November
Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift
& Food Fair 2013, 9.30am-4.30pm
For information, see 15 November
Wimpole Estate: Christmas Craft
Fair, 10.30am-5.00pm
Wimpole's festive season starts up with our fantastic Christmas Craft
Fair. Find unique and unusual presents from over fifty craft stalls, visit our
Stable Block shops and enjoy mulled wine and tasty mince pies.
Mumford Theatre: Faerie Stories,
2.30pm
A man and a Goblin (both bookworms) meet in a library. In their hunger
for stories together they weave three enchanted tales from a string of dusty
books. Whatever may come of it? Fusing S
cottish Gaelic culture with puppetry,
music and physical theatre, this wonderful show transports audiences into the magic
and mystery of ancient faerie worlds.
Sunday
17 November
Wimpole Estate: Christmas Craft
Fair, 10.30am-5.00pm
For information, see 16 November
Cambridge Junction: Yummm!
11.30pm (0-4 year olds) and 2.30pm (4+ year olds)
A dance theatre show that celebrates all that is messy at meal times! Yummm!
is a celebration of food seen through children’s eyes using dance, live music,
quirky design & some amusing eating utensils. A highly imaginative
production where tables can dance; plates spin; and the audience have a chance
to contribute to the dinner time rituals! Seating the audience around the
dinner table, this performance
is a celebration of food and eating
together. An energetic and fun dance
show where the utensils of dinner are interwoven into beautifully choreographed
and quirky meal time rituals. Performances are followed by a short play
activity for audiences, where the children get their own utensils to play with!
Friday
22 November
Museum of Cambridge: Family
Fridays, 10.30am-12.30pm
For information, see 8 November
Saturday
23 November
Lavenham by Lantern Light,
6.30-8.00pm
See the medieval village of Lavenham in a whole new light on our
Lantern Walk. The beautiful timber-framed buildings will come alive as you
listen to the history of this hidden gem. Lavenham is one of the best preserved
medieval villages in England. The rich cloth merchants who lived here were some
of the wealthiest in the country, leaving behind a unique legacy of buildings.
Jane Gosling, the Guildhall's Manager, will escort you round to look at the
village by lantern light, telling the stories of Lavenham through time. We end
the evening with hot drinks and home-made cakes in the Guildhall. Booking
essential.
Sunday
24 November
Grafton Kids’ Club,
11.00am-4.00pm
All craft activities are FREE for members of The Grafton Kids' Club –
and there is no fee to join. If you would like your child to join The Grafton
Kid's Club come along to one of our events, they're on the last Sunday of every
month. As a member you will receive a membership card and a free gift every time
you attend. Join Gordon The Grafton Gorilla and his gang on the last Sunday of
every month, where he will be hosting a 'get-together' between 11am and 4pm.
This month: Christmas Decoration and Card. Make a choice of three Christmas
decorations.
Ely Library: Sunday Craft Club,
12.00noon-4.00pm
For information, see 10 November
The EACH March Santa Run (Oliver
Cromwell Hotel, March), from 11.00am
Come along to the second March Santa Run, in aid of East Anglia's
Childrens Hospices (EACH)! A santa fun run which is suitable for all ages and
all levels of fitness and is pushchair an
d wheelchair friendly. Approximately 2.5km - slightly longer than last year! Registration from 11.00am, fun run starts at 12.00 midday. The event also coincides with the Oliver Cromwell Hotel Christmas Fair which is taking place at the hotel on same day. The fair includes over 20 stalls of Christmas cards and gifts, plus a raffle and delicious hog roast.
d wheelchair friendly. Approximately 2.5km - slightly longer than last year! Registration from 11.00am, fun run starts at 12.00 midday. The event also coincides with the Oliver Cromwell Hotel Christmas Fair which is taking place at the hotel on same day. The fair includes over 20 stalls of Christmas cards and gifts, plus a raffle and delicious hog roast.
Thursday
28 November
ADC Theatre: The Princess and
the Pea, 2.30pm
Welcome to Lindingo! Land of polite Vikings, small vegetables and
gooseberry soufflé. Based on Hans Christian Anderson’s timeless tale, The
Princess and the Pea tells the story of the plucky young orphan Lenor. Destined
to live her life cleaning socks and pants in the Castle’s Laundr-O-Mat, a
chance encounter with a gawky, crossword-obsessed Prince propels her into an
adventure of love, revolution and corrosive cleaning products. Will the Vikings
invade? Who will face the evil queen? And will the population forever be forced
to eat disgusting gooseberry soufflé? Find out who triumphs and who falls in
the perfectly ap-pea-ling Pantomime. This year’s ADC/Footlights Pantomime
brings together comedy, music and drama for a night of cockle-warming, rib-tickling,
souffle-rising Christmas fun.
Friday
29 November
Anglesey Abbey: Winter Lights,
entry every 15 minutes from 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Enjoy an enthralling family adventure as Anglesey Abbey's gardens are
transformed into a light-fantastic wonderland. For three weekends, the Winter Lights
event will see the Winter Garden and Riverside paths of these famous gardens
illuminated at night - highlighting the natural beauty, shape and texture of
the trees and shrubs in a unique, colourful way. Music will drift through the
trees, whilst entertainers will enthral visitors young and old alike. Booking
essential.
Museum of Cambridge: Family
Fridays, 10.30am-12.30pm
For information, see 8 November
Saturday
30 November
Anglesey Abbey: Winter Lights,
entry every 15 minutes from 5.30pm - 7.30pm
For information, see 29 November
Church Farm: Father Christmas is
here! (Santa's Grotto), 10.00am-5.00pm
Visit Father Christmas in his beautifully decorated woodland retreat,
receive a present & enjoy some Christmas activities. There is no need to
book, as we operate a *no queuing* system at Church Farm, just see the elf and
she will give you a time to return if we are busy.
Huntingdon Garden and Leisure:
Breakfast with Santa, 9.00-9.45am
Bring your children or grandchildren for an unforgettable Christmas
experience. Children will get to talk to Santa and let him know what they would
like for Christmas while enjoying breakfast in our popular Terrace Café. 9am –
9.45am. £6.99 per child, ages 3 and over only. Tickets must be booked in
advance.
Chatteris Christmas Lights,
4.30pm
Switch-on night has become one of the main events of the year for
Chatteris. Each year the Town Centre is packed as traders entertained their
customers with seasonal cheer and street entertainment and fairground rides
keep the crowds happy, especially the children. A number of community
organisations have stalls and refreshments as part of the event each year including a Christmas Tree Festival in the Parish Church, a 'Soup Kitchen' at the Emmanuel Church and a chance to meet Santa at the Old Bakery. Chatteris Christmas Lights Switch on at 4.30pm on 30th November in Market Hill. Fun fair, community stalls and food.
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