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Advertising Feature by Showstoppers
Come and join us for your FREE TRIAL at Showstoppers Performing Arts, where the magic of SINGING, DANCING and ACTING comes to life!
We are two mums with a passion for theatre. We offer fun musical theatre classes in Henlow for all ages from 3 years old to teens! Our classes are delivered by experienced professionals with a passion to nurture your children’s love for musical theatre and performance. With a focus on creativity and collaboration, we create a supportive and inspiring environment where students can thrive and reach their full potential. We keep our sessions affordable, offering great value for money and enabling Showstoppers to be accessible to all. Join the Showstopper revolution today!
COMING IN APRIL…
WICKED & WONKA HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
Come and learn the songs/dances from the movies!
Ages 6+
£25
MOANA PRINCESS PARTY
Come and sing, dance and play games with the princess Moana!
Ages 3+
£15
SATURDAY 5TH APRIL | DERWENT SCHOOL, HENLOW, SG16 6BA
Click HERE to book your child’s place or for more information see our website & socials:
Website: www.showstoppersperformingarts.co.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559018841621
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showstopperssaturdayschool
Advertising Feature by Club Excel Multi Activity Camps
Club Excel is a leading provider of children’s multi-activity holiday camps in Hertfordshire and beyond. We are Ofsted registered with over 25 years of experience, we offer a diverse range of activities to cater to children aged 4-13 years old.
Don't miss out and join us this year! Venue: The Priory School, Hitchin, SG5 2UR.
Activities and Age Groups:
Choose from a range of exciting activities:
(Please check the website for specific activities available at each venue)
Dates and Timings
Our 2025 camp dates are:
Our daily options are:
Secure your child’s spot by visiting www.clubexcel.co.uk for full camp details, pricing, and bookings. You can also contact us on 01923 469475 or e-mail [email protected] for assistance.
Take advantage of our special offer with 20% discount on all bookings made by March 31st 2025 using the code MUMSGPRYEASTER20 at checkout. Please note this code and discount only applies to the camp at The Priory School, Hitchin.
Join us for a fun-filled experience with plenty of activities to keep your children entertained and engaged during the school holidays. Don’t miss out - Book now to secure your spot!
Give us a follow us on social media for regular announcements and updates!
Facebook: Club Excel Multi Activity Camps
Instagram: @campexcel
Herts Big Weekend is back!
Enter the ticket ballot (Herts residents only) and you and your family could be enjoying free entry to some great local attractions on the weekend of 5th & 6th April 2025.
There's some great family tickets up for grabs from the likes of Aqua Parcs Stevenage, Campus West, Celtic Harmony Camp, Cloud 9, Foodies Festival, Hatfield Park, Hertfordshire Zoo, Knebworth House & Gardens, Home Farm Glamping, Laser Quest Hemel Hempstead, Pier Pressure Welwyn Escape Rooms, Standalone Farm, The Old Town Hall Hemel Hempstead, The Snow Centre Hemel Hempstead, The Spotlight Theatre, Treasure Map Trails, Verulamium Museum, Warner Bros. Studio Tour and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo.
Or if you want to leave the kids behind, there's also some nice grown-up treats including afternoon tea or even a round of golf at some of Hertfordshire's best hotels.
Entry is now open on the Herts Big Weekend website and you can enter as many individual ballots as you like. Entries close at midnight 1st April.
Whether you're joining in for a good laugh, quality family time, a personal challenge, or to honour a loved one – Muddy Mayhem 2025 guarantees a morning filled with muddy fun and an unforgettable sense of accomplishment.
Sign up today!
Every penny raised in sponsorship will go toward funding Garden House Hospice Care’s vital work.
Adult + Donation: £49 (at least 50% of your registration fee will be donated)
Adult + Fundraising: £20 (plus a pledge to raise at least £99 in sponsorship)
Child (Age 11-17): £15
Mini Mudder (Age 5-10): £5
Tickets are on sale now – register before 19th March by heading to ghhospicecare.org.uk/muddy to bag your tickets!
Lamb Bottle Feeding
15th February
- 5th May
Aldenham Country Park, Elstree
Lamb Bottle Feeding
15th February
- 30th April
Church Farm, Stevenage
Vex Robotics Club (beginners) St. Albans
23rd February
- 30th March
St.Columbas College, King Harry Ln, St Albans
Shaun The Sheep at Anglesey Abbey
1st March
- 27th April
Anglesey Abbey, Cambridge
Hitchin Book Trail
(FREE)
6th March
- 27th April
Hitchin Town, Hitchin
Craftea at Hitchin Library
(FREE)
18th March
Hitchin Library, Hitchin
Carrie The Musical
20th March
- 23rd March
The Factory Playhouse, Hitchin
Escape to the sea at Hitchin Library
(FREE)
21st March
Hitchin Library, Hitchin
Rave New World
21st March
- 22nd March
Marsh House Community Centre, Luton
Once Upon A Weekend
22nd March
- 23rd March
Lee Valley Animal Adventure Park, Waltham Abbey
Emergency Services Open Day
(FREE)
22nd March
Hitchin Market Place, Hitchin
Bugs with Mole and Gecko at Hitchin Library
22nd March
Hitchin Library, Hitchin
Pre-loved Clothes Sale
(FREE)
22nd March
St Mary's Church House, Hitchin
Surround Sound Playlist
22nd March
Peterborough Cathedral, Cathedral Office, Minster Precincts, Peterborough
The Woodland Bistro
(FREE)
22nd March
- 23rd March
Celtic Harmony Camp, Brickendon
BUGS with Mole & Gecko
22nd March
Hitchin Library, Paynes Park, Hitchin
Lamb Feeding Experience
22nd March
- 23rd March
Herrings Green Activity Farm, Wilstead
Shop Small Pop Up - Spring Market
(FREE)
22nd March
Hitchin Town Hall, Hitchin
Family Forest School at the Triangle Garden Hitchin
23rd March
Triangle Community Garden, Hitchin
Harpenden Farmer's Market
(FREE)
23rd March
Lower High Street, Harpenden
Last year I had a message from a lady whose daughter had moved to Hitchin with her 1 year old, asking for suggestions of where she could go to meet other parents.
Why not browse through some of the listings we have recently added to the site...