Christmas Family Fun session

Suitable for all the family

Mentored by

Rebecca Dodman

Inspiring children to fulfil their aspiration

The Willows, Farm Cottage, Bury Saint Edmunds

Ages: children 2 - 18 · adults 18+ years

Child/adult ticket £14 per sessionBaby Free

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Christmas Family Fun session block mentored by Rebecca Dodman

What we'll do

Join us for fun (and food) at our Christmas Family Fun event. Suitable for all your family (including grandparents). Activities, woodland crafts (with tools) and games. Make Christmas decorations and cards. Light the fire, toast marshmallows. Plus all our exploration areas; mud kitchen, swings, rope bridges, den building, pond dipping and raft riding. Enjoy time together. £14 per family member which includes butcher’s or vegetarian sausage in a rolls, crisps, vegetable sticks, s’mores and drinks. Children aged 0-2 are free.

About your mentor

Rebecca Dodman

Inspiring children to fulfil their aspiration

Rebecca Dodman manages the programmes on offer at The Willows. Her ambition is to promote the love of learning through personalised/outdoor experiences; leading by example and inspiring children to fulfil their aspirations. Rebecca has empathy and energy to drive improvement and implement initiatives; for individuals to succeed, feel valued and to make a difference. She is passionate in providing high quality education for all. As a former leader in education, primary school teacher and qualified Level 3 Forest School Leader Rebecca has the experience and skills to plan a wide range of different activities, including child-led, open ended tasks; which as Dr Maria Montessori suggests will allow learners to use their own abilities to develop all aspects at their own pace.

What should we wear?

o Waterproofcoat o Waterproof trousers(optional) o Wellington boots or old trainers o Warm hat, scarf and gloves or a sun hat o Warm trousers or lightweight long trousers o Long-sleevedjumper/fleece o Long-sleeved top oThick socks(for winter)thermal or two pairs Spare clothes and footwear are also strongly recommended, as we have lots of mud and water on site!

Learning aims

Aim 1

Immerse yourself in our safe, wonderful willow site; to develop your well-being and social ability.

Aim 2

You will be encouraged to take managed risks and try new experiences, whilst having fun and exploring the great outdoors.

Aim 3

Engage in activities (based on Forest School teaching techniques); which are proven to increase motivation, confidence and communication skills.

Consent and permissions

First aid consent By providing your details and making this booking you give permission for a member of staff (with outdoor first aid certification) to administer first aid to you or your child if required. Activity consent By making this booking you give consent for your family to participate in the activities listed below: • Shelter/den building • Balancing bridges and low ropes •. Raft riding •. Swinging on the tyre/rope swing • Bug hunting • Whittling using vegetable peelers/knives • Wild arts and crafts • Mud sculpting • Tree climbing (no higher than 3 meters) • Cooking on an open fire (with supervision) • Using tools, including mallets, saws and drills The Willows does not take responsibility for any injury that an individual causes to them self because they have not followed our rules, procedures and guidance. Photograph consent At The Willows photographs may be taken for marketing purposes; to be used by Rebecca Dodman; to advertise future events. Individuals will not be identified by name in the photos. By making this booking you give permission for photos of your family to be taken and used in this way. Data Protection and Confidentially All information provided is covered by the Data Protection Act and is strictly confidential. I fully understand and agree that all the information I have provided may be held by Rebecca Dodman from the booking date to one week after the event. Printed information will then be disposed of according to GDPR.

Pricing information

Ticket namePriceInformation

Ticket nameChild/adult ticket

Price£14

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Ticket nameBaby

Price£0

InformationChildren aged 0-2 are free

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Where we'll be

The Willows, Farm Cottage, Chevington Road, Bury Saint Edmunds, Suffolk, IP29

WHAT’S PROVIDED

Drinks

Meals

Equipment

Safety

Enhanced DBS

Basic DBS

Risk Assessment

Public Liability Insurance

Safeguarding Training

First Aid Training

First Aid Kit

Please note

Please note, it is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the safety measures. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed here.

Cancellation Policy

No refunds are given except in the case of a cancellation by the Mentor.However, if I can fulfil your place you may be entitled to a 75% refund. Please contact Rebecca@thewillowshorringer.com or telephone 07920096012 to notify of absence/cancellation.

My experience consists of a leisure activity, on a specific date(s), and therefore the 14-day ‘cooling off period’ under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 does not apply.

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