Venue: London

TO OPEN 31ST MARCH 2012
TICKETS ON SALE NOW

Warner Bros. is delighted to announce that Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter will open its doors for the very first time to visitors from 31st March 2012.

Tickets to the UK’s newest attraction are now on sale. Visitors must pre-book their tickets in advance by selecting specific tour times throughout the day via www.wbstudiotour.co.uk or through approved tour operators. Tickets will not be on sale at the attraction and spaces are limited.

Warner Bros. is also pleased to announce the inclusion of some of the film series’ most iconic sets within the attraction including the Great Hall, Dumbledore’s office, the Ministry of Magic, Harry Potter’s famous cupboard under the stairs, 4 Privet Drive, Gryffindor common room, the boys’ dormitory, the Potion’s classroom, Professor Umbridge’s office, the Weasley kitchen, the Hogwarts bridge and many others still to be announced.

The unique walking tour attraction will offer visitors the very first opportunity to journey behind-the-scenes and experience the magic that has gone into creating the most successful film series of all time. Visitors will be able to see firsthand the sheer scale and detail of the actual sets, costumes, animatronics, special effects and props used in all eight of the Harry Potter films.

“It was such a magical place to grow up,” says Daniel Radcliffe. “People will be amazed to see the incredible sets that we’ve worked in all these years.”

Rupert Grint adds, “The sets all have tiny little details that you may not always notice in the films but when you actually walk through them, you can see all the work that's gone into it. It’s really amazing.”

“This is incredible, it’s been a long time coming and I’m very excited.” says Emma Watson.

Josh Berger, President & Managing Director, Warner Bros. UK, adds “For over 10 years the Harry Potter film series highlighted the exceptional creativity and craftsmanship that we have in the British film industry including groundbreaking special effects, incredibly detailed set design and breathtaking makeup and costumes. We are delighted that we can now open the doors to this world to the public at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter and celebrate the extraordinary talent that goes into making major movies here in the UK.”

“The UK will be the focus of the world with the Olympic Games in 2012 and we are incredibly excited to be launching the UK’s newest attraction at this time,” adds Sarah Roots, Vice President, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. “Visitors are going to be amazed by Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter and we look forward to welcoming people from all over the world through our doors from 31st March 2012.”

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter will open 31st March 2012 with timed tickets available from 13th October 2011. Tickets are priced at £28 for adults, £21 for children and £83 for a family of four. Tickets must be booked in advance via a dedicated website www.wbstudiotour.co.uk or through approved tour operators.


WARNER BROS. STUDIO TOUR LONDON – THE MAKING OF HARRY POTTER:
Additional Set Detail

Set in over 150,000 square feet, the tour will include some of the most recognisable and memorable film sets and props of all time allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves within the world of filmmaking and Harry Potter.

Within the iconic Great Hall visitors will walk on the actual solid York stone floor laid over 11 years ago. They will also marvel at the solid oak and pine house tables which were built for the films and then aged with axes and chains. Over the years, the Hogwarts pupils have taken upon themselves to carve in their own graffiti, which production designer Stuart Craig has encouraged, as this would happen in all schools! Visitors can also enjoy the unique house points bead system which is said to have caused a national shortage of beads when it was first installed in the year 2000.

Beyond the Great Hall, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter continues with a huge selection of the most detailed and largest sets ever produced in the UK. Visitors can gaze closely into Dumbledore’s office and spot the authentic Sword of Gryffindor, Sorting Hat and Hogwarts headmaster portraits which adorn the walls.

Visitors will also discover the magic of green screen technology that has been used for the films including the many Quidditch matches. Also on display will be Harry Potter’s Nimbus 2000, Draco Malfoy’s Nimbus 2001 and Harry’s special gift from godfather Sirius Black, the Firebolt.

In addition to the green screen, a number of never-before-seen video pieces featuring interviews with the crew and cast will reveal the many secrets behind the filmmaking process. Visitors will also be able to appreciate the spectacular animatronics and make-up designs within the Creature Effects workshop. The workshop will feature iconic Harry Potter film creatures including Buckbeak the Hippogriff, Aragog, the giant spider, Fawkes the phoenix and the enormous Basilisk head.

The Weasley kitchen will showcase the incredible craftsmanship of the real life special effect props including Molly Weasley’s self-washing frying pan, knitting needles and chopping boards. And fans can celebrate Hogwarts’ loveable groundskeeper Hagrid by visiting the real Hagrid’s hut, view his famous motorcycle, and take a peek at the secrets of how the larger than life character was created on screen.

The Ministry of Magic will also feature in the Studio Tour, highlighted by the breathtaking Magic is Might statue as seen in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1, designed by Stuart Craig to be reminiscent in style of soviet sculptures from the 1930’s highlighting the dominance of the wizarding world over Muggles.

In addition, visitors will be able to enjoy one of the most famous addresses in the world, 4 Privet Drive, as well as the legendary cupboard under the stairs.

The Gryffindor common room is one of the films’ oldest sets and remains one of the most loved by fans. This iconic set will feature alongside the Gryffindor boys’ dormitory which includes the original beds made for Harry, Ron, Seamus, Neville and Dean for the first film. Over the course of filming, as the cast grew from young boys to teenagers, filmmakers were required to find unique camera angles to hide the fact that the cast had clearly outgrown the beds.

Other Hogwarts sets on show include the dark and mysterious Potion’s classroom, the lair of Professor Snape, and Professor Umbridge’s office resplendent in pink with the incredibly detailed hand painted cat porcelain plates each made especially for the films.

The gateway to the school itself, the Hogwarts bridge, last seen burning to the ground following Neville and the Death Eater’s chase in the final film, will be restored for all to see as will hundreds of props, costumes, animatronics and many other exciting sets which will be unveiled as the opening approaches.

Venue: Fulham Road, Chelsea, London

Walk in the footsteps of your Chelsea heroes on a tour of Stamford Bridge.

You'll be taken behind the scenes for a sitdown in the first team dressing room, before walking down the players' tunnel and onto the pitch. You'll also be able to sit behind the desk in the press room, and visit the Chelsea museum -- full of the club's most treasured memorabilia.

[Note: Tours do not run on match days.]

Tickets:Adults £18, Children (5 to 15) £12, Children (under 5) free, Family £54. See http://www.chelseafc.com

Venue: Courses across Wiltshire and Swindon

Developing relationships and play with children.
Keeping children safe and well.
Healthy eating for children.
Positive parenting skills.

This programme is accredited by Edexel at level 1.

Courses are held across Wiltshire and Swindon. To find your nearest course and more information please call The Learning Curve Young Parents Team on 01225 792500. http://www.learningcurve.org.uk

Venue: Across Wiltshire and Swindon

Antenatal care and preparation for birth.
Caring for a young baby from birth to six months.
Using planning skills to make a resource for a baby.
Managing money for parenting.

This programme is accredited by Edexcel at Entry 3 Level 1

Courses are held across Wiltshire and Swindon. To find your nearest course and for more information please call The Learning Curve Young Parents Team on 01225 792500.

http://www.learningcurve.org.uk

Venue: Wembley Stadium, Stadium Way, Wembley, London

The Wembley Stadium Tour gives you the chance to relive some of sport's greatest moments from behind-the-scenes. Explore the changing rooms, the press room, and take in the view from the best seats in the house. You'll be able to walk out of the player's tunnel and onto the pitch, and even climb the steps to the Royal Box -- where you'll be able to lift up a replica of the FA Cup!

This year the tour will also feature a special "Exhibition of Champions", to celebrate Wembley hosting the most recent European Cup final. This exhibition celebrates all 56 UEFA Champions League Finals from 1956 to 2011.

You will also be able to savour Wembley's historical treasures, including the actual 1966 World Cup crossbar, the Jules Rimet Trophy, and tablets commemorating London's 1948 Olympic Games

Tickets:Adults £16, Children (under 5 to 16) £9, Children (under 5) free, Family £41. See wembleystadium.com
Tel:+44 (0) 844 980 8001
Buses: 18, 83, 92, 182, 224
http://www.londondrum.com/even...p=16707

Venue: Elim Surestart Children's Centre, Dews Road, Salisbury, SP2 7SN

A FREE course for new mums

This new course is aimed at young mums with babies up to the age of 2.

Units include:-

Developing relationships and play with children
Keeping children safe and well
Healthy eating for children
Positive parenting skills

This programme is accredited by Edexcel at Level 1.

Courses are held once a week for 12 weeks.

Courses are held across Wiltshire and Swindon. To find your nearest course and for more information please call The Learning Curve Young Parents Team on 01225 792500.


Cost of Course: Free (dependent on eligibility)

Venue: The Foyer, 36 Wilton Road, Salisbury, Sp2 7EJ

This is a flexible and fun programme for young mums-to-be.

The course takes you through everything you need to know about your pregnancy and the early stages of baby care as well as labour and pain relief. The course is held in an informal, relaxed and friendly environment where you can learn with friends and share experiences.

Antenatal care and preparation for birth

Caring for a young baby from birth to six months

Using planning skills to make a resource for a baby

Managing money for parenting.



The course lasts for 8 weeks (2 days per week)



This programme is accredited by Edexcel at Entry 3 Level 1



Courses are held across Wiltshire and Swindon. To find your nearest course and for more information please call The Learning Curve Young Parents Team on 01225 792500.



Cost of Course: Free (depends on eligibility)


Contact Provider: Gail McKay, The Learning Curve 07870 621163

Venue: Happy Feet Children's Centre, Princecroft Lane, Warminister BA12 8NT

A FREE course for new mums

This new course is aimed at young mums with babies up to the age of 2.

Units include:-

Developing relationships and play with children
Keeping children safe and well
Healthy eating for children
Positive parenting skills

This programme is accredited by Edexcel at Level 1.

Courses are held once a week for 12 weeks.

Courses are held across Wiltshire and Swindon. To find your nearest course and for more information please call The Learning Curve Young Parents Team on 01225 792500.



Please contact us to register your interest.

Session Start Time: 10.00 am


Session End Time: 1.30 pm


Phone:01225 792500 or 07745 867976

Venue: Princess of Wales Conservatory, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Ignite you senses at Kew's Tropical Extravaganza 2012

Saturday 4 February to Sunday 4 March 2012
Princess of Wales Conservatory, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Depressed by the thought of those long winter months looming ahead? Then put Saturday 4 February 2012 into your diary, which marks the opening of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew's month long Tropical Extravaganza festival, where the Princess of Wales Conservatory is transformed into a sea of exotic orchids . It's a celebration of all things bright, beautiful, and, of course, tropical.

The theme for this year's festival is 'Forces of Nature' - visitors to Zone 1 of the Princess of Wales conservatory will be immersed in an environment where natural foliage and planting schemes will be interspersed with representational displays that dynamically explore and raise awareness of the four classical elements : air, fire, water and earth. Ornamental displays of tropical flowers will represent the elements by colour themes, such as hanging baskets of aquatic hues for water, and arches decorated with blazoned reds, yellows and oranges for fire.

Carefully selected plants will include red chillies (Capsicum annuum), stunning orchids such as the purple spotted Miltassia 'Peggy Ruth', and vibrant bromeliads, for example, the spiky pink Aechmea 'Primera'.

The wet tropical zone with its lush landscape will contrast with the colour-structured 'forces of nature' displays. Using the architecture of the building and a range of suspension, receptacle and planting devices, the zone will be transformed into a landscape of sumptuous tropical plants.

The festival will be a feast for the senses. As well as the stunning floral displays, a number of sculptures will be in situ, including representations of wind-dispersed seeds, fungi, mangroves, cabanas, and wildlife. There will also be an atmospheric sound-scape that will convey the importance of air and wind to nature's balance.

This blissful setting is not merely to be admired. Tropical Extravaganza will also highlight Kew's global science and conservation programmes. The festival aims to illustrate how plants and fungi depend on and moderate the classical elements across our planet. Human actions affect nature's delicate balance, which is essential to our wellbeing. Upsetting that balance can amplify the destructive effects of natural forces.

Kew works with partners worldwide to repair and restore ecosystems, both to save species and boost the planet's capacity to absorb carbon and slow the pace of climate change.

Venue: The Hall School, 23 Crossfield Rd, London NW3 4NU

Nearest tube - Swiss cottage

In 2012 children are facing increased competition all through their time in education. Parents are increasingly looking for holiday programmes that can enhance their children’s chances of success. To this end, Camp Experts UK are proud to announce the FIRST EVER FREE LONDON SUMMER CAMP AND TEEN TRAVEL OPEN HOUSE.

Approximately 30 groups will be attending to showcase their worldwide programmes for ages 6+. There will be residential traditional summer camps from the UK, Europe, USA and Canada and as well as dedicated teen travel opportunities worldwide purely for secondary school students.

Traditional Summer Camps for children offer the opportunity for children to develop, gain confidence and learn new skills. The camps attending the camp fair offer a wide range of options including all land and water sports, outdoor adventure, all types of arts, crafts and theatre. Some camps offer the opportunity to combine these activities with a language and/or an intensive sport option such as football, golf or tennis (and others!)

In addition to the camps above, there will be programmes for secondary students offering enrichment and grade improvement in Maths, English, Languages and Science. Languages covered at the Fair will include French, German, Mandarin and Spanish.

Teen programmes offer a taste of adventure and encourage independence. Teens can sail, scuba dive, ski, cycle, trek overland and explore exotic destinations such as China, India, Mongolia, Brazil, Fiji, Costa Rica, South Africa, Tanzania and more. Some of these programmes can be combined with language immersion and/or community service or enrichment programmes

There will also be teen programmes offering enrichment, pre-college courses at Universities in the USA as well as internships for 16+ in London

Venue: Shakespeare's House and Gardens, - Nash House and New place, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6EP

Nash's House & New Place
Category: Family Fun

Guess the dates of the old coins we found when excavating the well in Shakespeare's garden. What historical events occured in these times past? Family Archaeology - special family-friendly activities.

Normal admission and opening times apply.

http://www.shakespeare.org.uk

Venue: Anne Hathaway's Cottage,Shottery, CV37 9HH

Anne Hathaway's Cottage
Category: Family Fun

Discover the floral symbolism and language of love in Shakespeare's plays, plus the opening of a new heart shaped lavender maze.

Also between 14th - 18th February you can propose to a loved one with a glass of bubbly, commemorative photograph and a specially recited sonnet. Engagement package costs £5*

*Tel 01789 297240 to book.



Normal admission and opening times apply

http://www.shakespeare.org.uk

Venue: Nash's House & New Place, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6EP

Nash's House & New Place
Category: Family Fun

Declare your love for someone special on Valentine's Day! Hang your favourite Shakespearian love quote in the Knot Garden for all to see.

Normal admission and opening times apply.

http://www.shakespeare.org.uk

Venue: Trafalgar Square, London

FREE ENTRY 26 February 2012


A family focused bustling bazaar of all things Russian, featuring music,food, crafts and a colorful children’s marquee (26 Feb)

Wave at families in Red Square from Trafalgar Square via a live video link which will connect Maslenitsa festival-goers in London to those in Moscow

Part of London’s Maslenitsa Festival, which celebrates the beginning of spring, is the largest celebration of Russian culture, art, music and food anywhere outside Russia. Festival from 19 – 26 at venues across London.

Events take place in venues across London from 19-26 February including:
The renowned Moscow State Gogol Theatre perform their captivating children’s production “Evenings on a Farm Near Dikanka” at Shaftesbury Theatre
(19 Feb)

FREE photography exhibition at London City Hall, new images capture the life of Russians living in London (14 – 29 Feb)

Festival supported by Boris Johnson, the Mayor of London

The London Maslenitsa Festival is the largest celebration of Russian culture outside of the country itself and will bring venues across the Capital to life with a week of performances, food, exhibitions and events for young and old
alike, from the 19 - 26 February 2012.

Traditionally a family event, the main festival day in Trafalgar Square (Sunday 26 February – a week after half term) features a special children's programme including a marquee showing exclusive performances by the award winning Theatre Chudaki, the chance to join in on Maslenitsa traditions, performances of
traditional songs by children's groups with plenty of competitions, games and of
course the quintessential Maslenitsa food – pancakes.

The rest of the square will be transformed into a bustling bazaar offering traditional Russian street food, handicrafts and souvenirs and original art from contemporary Russian artists as well as performances from some of Russia’s most
acclaimed dance, theatre, folk, pop and jazz artists on the Festival’s main stage. Entrance is FREE and events run from 1:30pm-6:30pm.

In the week leading up to the main festival day, the renowned Moscow State Gogol Theatre will give a special children’s performance of Evenings on a Farm Near Dikanka by Nikolai Gogol.

London’s Maslenitsa Festival takes place at the same time as Maslenitsa festivals across Russia including Moscow’s Red Square. Families will be able to exchange traditional Russian Maslenitsa greetings with Muscovites via giant video screens that will connect both Festivals taking place a thousand miles apart. [

Full information on ticket prices for Maslenitsa events and how to book will be
available from Friday 3 February at http://www.maslenitsa.co.uk

Venue: London Olympia, Hammersmith Road, Kensington, London

The Doctor Who Experience is an unmissable adventure featuring an awe-inspiring exhibition and a walk-through experience in which you will be invited to become the Doctor's companion and reunite him with the TARDIS, whilst battling some of the best-loved and scariest monsters from the hit TV show.

The exhibition charts the history of the show from the first series in 1963 right up to the most recent episodes with Matt Smith. Displays will include the original costumes, some TARDIS police boxes, and an authentic TARDIS set from the David Tennant era. You will also be able to get up close and personal with several generations of the Daleks, Cybermen and a Zygon.


London events http://www.londondrum.com/even...p=11617