SPONSORED EDITORIALFamilies and friends seeking a truly spooky but fun day out this Halloween need only to head to Rede Court in Strood (ME2 3TU) and become fully immersed in the Halloween Fun Fair.Taking place between Friday, October 26 and Sunday, October 28, Halloween Fun Fair will also feature a spectacular fireworks show on Friday at 8pm. Prices for the fireworks show stand at £3 for adults and £2 for children under the age of 12.“The Halloween Fun Fair during the weekend is a great outing for families. The fireworks is also a must-see,” noted John Coggers of Cogger’s Family Fun Fairs that are presenting the fun fair in conjunction with Rochester United FC.With no shortage of ghouls, scares and creepy crawlies, the gates on Friday will creak open at 5pm with the fireworks show set to blast off at 8pm while the opening times on Saturday will be between 2pm and 9pm. The gates will also open at 2pm on Sunday but close at 7pm.Entrance for the Halloween Fun … [Read more...] about Spooky Strood: Halloween fun fair and fireworks
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Couple critically ill from unknown substance went to fun fair hours earlier
A couple fighting for their lives after exposed to an 'unknown substance' in Wiltshire attended a family fun fair just hours before they were found unconscious. The man and woman, both in their 40s, were discovered on Saturday evening at a home in Amesbury - just miles from where the Skripals were poisoned - and remain critically ill in hospital. One of the last places they were seen in public was a hog roast and family fun fair organised by the Amesbury Baptist Church. Health officials don't believe there is a significant health risk to the wider public, and no advice has been issued to people who may have been in contact with the couple. Do you know the couple in Amesbury? Email [email protected] Wiltshire Police have declared a major incident and said it was not clear if a crime had been committed, but detectives are keeping an "open mind". A number of places known to have been visited by the couple in and around Amesbury and Salisbury have been cordoned off as a precaution. … [Read more...] about Couple critically ill from unknown substance went to fun fair hours earlier
Family fun day in aid of additional needs group
A family fun day with dog show is to be held in Sleaford in aid of a support group for families with additional needs in Lincolnshire. The Family Funfest and Fair will take place at Sleaford Rugby Club, in Ruskington Road, on Sunday, May 27, from 10am to 6pm, in support of Rainbow Stars.Admission to the event will be free.It will feature a dog show, with pedigree as well as novelty and fun classes (cutest puppy, waggiest tail, dog most like its owner, for example).Entry is charged at £1 per class, with all breeds welcome.Judging starts at 10am.In addition to the dog show, there will be a funfair, a ‘Rainbow Run’, a range of stalls, live music, dancing dogs, archery, a raffle (with a PS4 and a 55 inch HD television among the prizes up for grabs), scooters, a fire engine, food, a bar, and more.Disabled changing facilities will be available.For more information about the event, search for ‘Family funfest and fair x’ on Facebook.For more on Rainbow Stars, visit … [Read more...] about Family fun day in aid of additional needs group
Tenpin Derby in Sinfin is throwing a free family fun day following its makeover
Sponsored advert A family fun day is being held at a newly-refurbished bowling alley to raise money for children with life-threatening illnesses. Tenpin Derby, in Osmaston Park Road, has arranged the event on Saturday, May 26, for the East Midlands-based charity When You Wish Upon A Star. The family entertainment centre in Forester’s Leisure Park will welcome a balloon modeller, face painters and Wish Bear, the charity’s mascot, is also one of the special guests. There will also be an appearance from a Spider-man look-a-like - Web Slinger – and the princess from Beauty and the Beast will be joining in the fun. When You Wish Upon a Star has been granting wishes to children living with life-limiting illnesses since 1990 and the charity has organised thousands of memorable experiences, such as Harry Potter-themed days-out and an annual trip to Lapland. Donna Walsh, general manageress at Tenpin Derby, said: “We are delighted to be supporting such a worthy cause. … [Read more...] about Tenpin Derby in Sinfin is throwing a free family fun day following its makeover
Bowl up, bowl up for fund-raising family fun at Tenpin Derby
A family fun day is being held at a newly-refurbished bowling alley to raise money for children with life-threatening illnesses. Tenpin Derby, in Osmaston Park Road, has arranged the event on Saturday, May 26, for the East Midlands-based charity When You Wish Upon A Star. The family entertainment centre in Forester’s Leisure Park will welcome a balloon modeller, face painters and Wish Bear, the charity’s mascot, is also one of the special guests. There will also be an appearance from a Spider-man look-a-like - Web Slinger – and the princess from Beauty and the Beast will be joining in the fun. When You Wish Upon a Star has been granting wishes to children living with life-limiting illnesses since 1990 and the charity has organised thousands of memorable experiences, such as Harry Potter-themed days-out and an annual trip to Lapland. Donna Walsh, general manageress at Tenpin Derby, said: “We are delighted to be supporting such a worthy cause. “We are a … [Read more...] about Bowl up, bowl up for fund-raising family fun at Tenpin Derby