19 October 2009, 09/243
Half term fun for October!
Hey kids! No need to get bored during the school holidays
because there are plenty of fun activities to get involved in if
you live in West Lancashire.
For the October half term, there are lots of activities to
keep children occupied. Whether you like the outdoors, sports or
enjoy being creative, West Lancashire Borough Council has got
something just for you.
Cllr Andrew Fowler, Portfolio Holder for Community
Services, said: "There’s so much happening across West Lancashire
that there is no excuse for youngsters to be bored during the
half-term holidays. Whether it be sporting activities, arts and
crafts or discovering more about our countryside and wildlife,
there is something to suit everyone."
Visit the Council’s website www.westlancs.gov.uk/events for a full
list. Here’s a flavour of what’s on.
Art events
All workshops are aimed at 8 to 16 year olds and take place at
Chapel Gallery, St Helens Road, Ormskirk, from 10am to 3.30pm,
priced at £8.50 each. Participants are also advised to wear
appropriate clothing in case there are any spills. To book any of
the workshops or to find out more, telephone 01695 571328 or email
chapel.gallery@westlancs.gov.uk.
Places are limited so please book early.
Families can also make their own spooky masks, ghost decorations
and scary pictures in the Family Friendly room at Chapel Gallery.
It is free and is open every Saturday with lots of things to do for
children accompanied by a parent.
Countryside and park events
- Feed the Birds, Tuesday 27 October, 2pm, Coronation
Park
- The Big Draw, Wednesday 28 October, 2pm, Beacon Country
Park
- Pumpkin Carving/Lantern Making, Thursday 29 October, 2pm,
Coronation Park
- Halloween Lantern Parade and Fancy Dress Competition,
Saturday 31 October, 6pm, Coronation Park
Events are free to join but it’s a good idea to book in advance,
as places are limited. For more information or to book events at
Beacon Country Park, Beacon Lane, Up Holland, contact 01695 622794
or email beacon.park@westlancs.gov.uk.
For events at Coronation Park, Park Road, Ormskirk, contact 01695
585147 or email chris.horsfall@westlancs.gov.uk.
With these events wear sturdy footwear and suitable clothing for
the weather. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
Sport events
Join one of the kick-about sessions in Skelmersdale on the
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (26, 27 and 28 October). They are
free and are run by fully qualified sports coaches for children
aged 8 to 13. They include activities such as football, dodgeball,
basketball, qwik cricket, rounders and much more! They will take
place at Digmoor kickabout, Birleywood and Tanhouse kickabout,
Ennerdale, from 11am to 1pm and then 2pm to 4pm.
The Play Engagement Project has also joined forces with
the Disability Wolves Club and will be delivering fun sports both
inside and outside (weather permitting) for children aged 8 upwards
of all abilities. Activities will include basketball, dodge ball,
football, hockey, multi skills, parachute games, arts and crafts.
All days are free of charge but participants should bring a packed
lunch!
Activities will be held at the following
venues:
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26 October, Scarisbrick Village Hall, Southport Road,
10am-3pm
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27 October, Hesketh Bank Village Hall, Station Road,
10am-3pm
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28 October, Hilldale Village Hall, Chorley Road, Parbold,
10-3pm
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29 October, The Greenhill Community Centre, Beech Close,
10am-3pm
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30 October, Birch Green Community Centre, Hartlands,
10am-3pm
For more information, contact 01695 555570 or
visit our sports development pages.
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