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FlowAccademy @ FlowHouse BedfordFor 3 weeks during the summer holidays FlowHouse Bedford are running a surf academy for under 16s. The academy runs from Mon-Thurs 9am-10am each morning on the following dates25th-28th July 8th-11th August 22nd-25th August This is a great opportunity for youngsters to develop there skills on the Flowrider And all for the bargain price of £50 0845 200 2960 www.flowhouse.co.uk |
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Kids Summer Special @ Box End ParkWe are running a great kids special session all through the summer on the cable tow. This offers 2 hours riding on the water with all the equipment and tuition for just £20. We are also running courses in the week with 4 x 2 hour sessions for £75.Contact Russell Hanford 01234 846222 www.boxendpark.com info@boxendpark.com |
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Young Drivers Experience @ MotorSport Vision6th August plus other dates by arrangement There's no need to wait until you're 17 to get behind the wheel. Take your first driving lesson from age 11 with YoungDrive! at or Bedford Autodrome. BMW 1 Series Engine: 1.8 litre, petrol or diesel Gearbox: 5 speed, manual Controls Dual-controlled Our extended age range means kids can now gain a head start on their classmates even earlier, as anyone at least 11 years old and 4'8'' tall can enjoy an introductory lesson to basic driving techniques. Behind the wheel of a dual control BMW 1 Series, a DSA-approved instructor will teach them essential skills and build up their confidence in a safe, traffic-free environment before they are old enough to hit the road for real. Call 0843 453 1000 or book online www.msvdrivinggifts.com/experience/youngdrive!.aspx only £79 |
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Kite Making & Flying @ The Forest CentreAt the Forest Centre Friday 29th July 3 Sessions: 10.30am-12noon, 1pm-2.30pm, 3pm-4.30pm Inside and out . Event aimed at 4-10 year olds. All materials provided. All children to be accompanied by an adult. £3.50 per child. When booking please specify names and ages of children, name of adult attending and contact phone number in case there are any changes. Ring 01234 767037 or email info@marstonvale.org for more details |
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Make a Minibeast @ The Forest CentreAt the Forest Centre Monday 8th August 4 Sessions: 10am, 11am and 1pm and 2pm - 25 children per session. Fun, facts and craft. Event aimed at 4-10 year olds. All materials provided. All children to be accompanied by an adult. £2.50 per child. When booking please specify names and ages of children, name of adult attending and contact phone number in case there are any changes. Ring 01234 767037 or email info@marstonvale.org for more details or to book your place. |
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Chasing Dragons @ The Forest CentreAt the Forest Centre Friday 19th August 3 Sessions: 10.30am-12noon, 1pm-2.30pm, 3pm-4.30pm Dragon tales and dragonfly searching. Event aimed at 4-10 year olds. All materials provided. All children to be accompanied by an adult. £3.50 per child. When booking please specify names and ages of children, name of adult attending and contact phone number in case there are any changes. Ring 01234 767037 or email info@marstonvale.org for more details or to book your place. |
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Adventure Challenge & Raft Building8th-12th August & 15th-19th August 9.30am-4.30pm cost £115 per course. This course offers a range of different activities across several areas daily. This combination of activities will really bring the word adventure to life! You could be climbing on the outdoor wall, paddling in a canoe, taking part in archery or team challenges such as raft building to name a few. Venue:Kempston Outdoor Centre, Hillgrounds RoadContact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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Adventure & Journeying1st-5th August & 22nd-26th August 9.30am-4.30pm cost £115 per course Learn what you need to take a journey whether by foot, bike or canoe. Good training for Duke of Edinburgh Award expeditions or just to get out there and enjoy our countryside. Elements that will be included are cooking outside, shelter building, map reading and navigation and of course you will take a journey. No previous experience is necessary. All equipment will be supplied, although for cooking you will be expected to bring something to cook. Details will be given on the first day.Kempston Outdoor Centre, Hillgrounds Road, Kempston Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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Archery1st-5th August & 30th August-2nd September* 9.30am-12.30pm Cost £60 (*£48) Venue: Kempston Outdoor Centre, Hillgrounds Road Learn the basic skills of archery and take part in fun games over the week whilst preparing for a competition (at the end of the week). All equipment is provided and no previous experience is necessary.Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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BikeAbility25th-28th July & 8th-11th August cost £30 Venue: Beauchamp Middle School, Hawk Drive This Level 2 course comprises of practical and theory sessions over 4 half-days. Candidates will be able to cycle more safely on the road and gain awareness of other road users. This course is designed for both beginners and more experienced cyclists alike. Visit: www.bikeability.org.uk for more information.Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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Golf for BeginnersMorning or afternoon sessions 25th -29th July & 15th -19th August Cost £50 Venue: Mowsbury Golf and Squash Complex You will learn a wide range of skills from a basic chip to a drive and learn how to hold the club correctly. Competitions will run daily with prizes, so whether you think you can be the next pro golfer or just want to have fun, let’s get you started! Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
Holiday AdventureVenue: Kempston Outdoor Centre, Hillgrounds Road25th-29th July & 22nd-26th August Cost £115 Holiday Adventure is a mix of high ropes, climbing, archery, canoeing and adventure challenges. Come for a single day & take part in a number of different activities or come for the whole week and do a bit of everything the centre has to offer. Most importantly expect to have fun, make some new friends and work together.Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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OrienteeringVenue: Kempston Outdoor Centre, Hillgrounds Road1st-5th August & 30th August 2nd September Cost £48 Learn how to navigate using pictures, maps and compasses to complete our challenging course in a fun environment.Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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Paddle Sport /Paddle PowerVenue: Priory Water Sports Centre or Kempston Outdoor Centre 25th-29th July & 1st -5th August morning or afternoon sessions Cost £55 Learn to paddle and gain your BCU 1* award or PaddlePower Awards; No experience necessary but the ability to swim would be an advantage. The course will take the participant from a beginner to a more competent paddler in kayak and canoe.Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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RowingVenue: Star Rowing Club, Commercial Road8th-12th & 15th-19th August Cost £50 Receive professional coaching in the basic sculling technique on both the indoor rower and in sculling boats. Progress to crew sculling with possible racing at the end of the week. Enjoy your time in the friendly atmosphere of the club house. Participants must be able to swim 50m in clothes.Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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SailingVenue: Priory Water Sports Centre25th-29th July & 1st-5th & 15th-19th August morning and afternoon sessions Cost £70 Learn to sail in a topper-class boat. Gain first-hand sailing experience with the possibility of gaining a Royal Yatching Association Youth Scheme Stage 1 or Stage 2 award certificate in association with Priory Sailing Club.Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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Street Dance (Ages 11-15)8th-12th August cost £45 Venue: Bunyan Sports Centre, Mile Road This Street Dance course is aimed at those aged between 11 and 15. The course will enable you to learn some awesome routines and moves! You will have the chance to choreograph a routine as a group to perform at the end of the week and show all the great poppin’ and locking moves you have learnt. Come along and have some fun!Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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Street Dance Junior (Ages 6-10)22nd-26th August Cost £45 Venue: Bunyan Sports Centre, Mile Road The Street Dance Junior course is aimed at those aged between 6 and 10. The course will enable you to learn some awesome routines and moves! You will have the chance to choreograph a routine as a group to perform at the end of the week and show all the great poppin’ and locking moves you have learnt. Come along and have some fun!Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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Wet ‘n’ Wild (Multi-Activity)15th-19th & 22nd-26th August & 30th August 2nd September Cost £80-£100 Venue: Priory Water Sports Centre Want to try a bit of everything …… why not try our multi-activity week? Activities include Canoeing; Sailing; Raft Building; Problem Solving; Orienteering; Archery & Adventure! Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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Xtreme Climb A25th-29th July & 8th-12th August Cost £60 Venue: Kempston Outdoor Centre, Hillgrounds Road This course will involve climbing on the indoor climbing wall where you will be able to learn new skills whilst challenging yourself, having fun and making new friends!Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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Xtreme Climb B1st-5th August & 30th Aug-2nd Sept Cost £48-£60 Venue: Kempston Outdoor Centre, Hillgrounds Road Offers a dizzying combination of indoor climbing and an element of the outdoor high ropes course. A challenging, fun and exciting course for those with a head for heights!Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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Xtreme Climb C + NICAS15th-19th August 0930-4.30pm Cost £125 Venue: Kempston Outdoor Centre, Hillgrounds Road This is the ultimate challenge! You will find yourself on our indoor wall, outdoor high ropes course and outdoor climbing wall as well as potentially gaining the NICAS Level 1 Award Contact Rachel Felton on 01234 227411 for booking or email rachel.felton@bedford.gov.uk |
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