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Lantern Making Workshop – Nicholsons Centre
Get parade ready in 20 mins!
Drop in to the Nicholsons Centre to make and decorate a simple willow and tissue lantern ready to illuminate on parade night. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Sun 27 Nov | 10.30am - 4pm | Suitable for 6+ years | £4 per person
Sun 4 Dec | 10.30am - 4pm | Suitable for 6+ years | £4 per person
Other Drop In Lantern Making Workshops:
There are also Drop In Lantern Making Workshops at Maidenhead Library on Parade Day:
Sat 10 Dec | 10.30am - 2pm | Suitable for 6+ years | £4 per person
Find out more about this year's Lantern Parade here.
One Snowy Night
A Tale from Percy’s Park by Nick Butterworth.
One winter's night it was so cold it began to snow
Great big snowflakes fell past the window of Percy's hut…
Percy the Park keeper always feeds the animals in the park where he lives. But one cold winter’s night Percy finds his little friends shivering on the doorstep – they need more than food and he must find a way to help them…
A snuggly, fun and heart-warming story, with songs to sing along to and furry friends to meet. Age guidance 3+ years.
‘Magical – an ideal introduction to the theatre for children’ ★★★★★ The Stage
Created by Slot Machine, the company that brought the hit Christmas shows Miki and Kipper's Snowy Day to Norden Farm.
‘A little gem! ...Very creative and so much fun. Our daughter couldn't stop laughing out loud’ ★★★★★ Netmums
Meet Nick Butterworth
Acclaimed children's author Nick Butterworth will be joining us in the foyer to sign books after both the 11am and 2pm performances on Saturday 3 December.
Copies of One Snowy Night and other selected Nick Butterworth titles will be available on the day and online.
One Snowy Night Art Competition
Enter for the chance to win a goody bag and turn on the Christmas Lights with Percy the Park Keeper at Maidenhead Town Hall on Saturday 26 November! Click here for more information and to download an entry form
Relaxed Performances
The performances on Saturday 3 December at 11am and Wednesday 28 December at 11am are Relaxed. Ideal for families with babies or toddlers and children with SEND. Everyone is welcome to join us for this friendly format.
Signed Performance
The performance on Wednesday 21 December at 11am will be signed.
Run Time
One Snowy Night is 50 minutes long.
Tickets
Courtyard Theatre
£15 | £13 under 16s
£52 Family & Friends (4 people)
Tickets for children under 18 months
For this show, tickets/seats are not required for children under 18 months who are happy to sit on laps
- 29 Nov from £13
- 29 Nov SOLD OUT
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Little Wrigglers (Wednesdays)
Led by Rachel Walsh
A thrilling, energetic and creative dance class. Explore imaginative themes and adventures through dance, song and mime.
Suitable for ages 2+ years.
Wed 14 Sept - 14 Dec (exc 26 Oct and 2 Nov)
10am – 10.45am
£6 | £4.50 siblings (over 2 years) | £20 for 4 sessions a term
If you would like to book the offer price for 4 sessions, please enter a ticket for each date you would like to attend into your basket and the offer will apply automatically
Little Wrigglers (Fridays)
Led by Rachel Walsh
A thrilling, energetic and creative dance class. Explore imaginative themes and adventures through dance, song and mime.
Fri 16 Sept - 16 Dec (exc 28 Oct, 4 and 18 Nov)
11am – 11.45am
£6 | £4.50 siblings (over 2 years) | £20 for 4 sessions a term
Suitable for ages 2+ years.
If you would like to book the offer price for 4 sessions, please enter a ticket for each date you would like to attend into your basket and the offer will apply automatically
Storytelling - Nicholsons Shopping Centre
Join Norden Farm Storytellers for FREE One Snowy Night storytelling in the Nicholson's Shopping Centre this festive season.
Taking place in Percy the Park Keeper's hut - the former Poppies unit at the Nicholson Centre (next to the carpark entrance).
Percy the Park Keeper and his friends are brought to life in a specially designed Story Den, created by the students of Berkshire College of Agriculture.
Snuggle into Percy's hut for stories, games and dressing up!
Suitable for ages 3+ years.
Tickets can be booked in advance or simply head down on the day (subject to availability)
Free Event
• Sat 26 Nov 11.30am and 12pm
• Sat 3 Dec 11.30am and 12pm
• Sat 10 Dec 11.30am and 12pm
• Sat 17 Dec 11.30am and 12pm
Storytelling is 20 minutes. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Norden Farm Youth Theatre (Junior)
Led by Little Tanks Ltd
In each session children take part in a series of drama games and activities that develop their confidence as well as teaching them drama skills. These include focus, communication, developing a character and voice projection.
As the weeks go on the group will each have a part with some lines to learn in a small-scale show. They will rehearse as a team and share what they have learnt during the last session, more details to follow on this after half term.
Suitable for ages 7 - 11 years
'Norden Farm is my favourite after school club, it always keeps me moving and relaxed. It is a great place to go for drama and within a short time, I have become far more confident and expressive' Timothy, age 7
'We have sent both of our children to Youth Theatre at Norden Farm and have seen dramatic improvements in there ability, confidence, social awareness and expressiveness generally and specifically. The environment is safe and developmental in a broad and exciting sense' Alex - parent
Wed 21 Sept - 30 Nov (exc 26 Oct)
4.55pm - 5.55pm
£85 per 10 week term
- 30 Nov
- 7 Dec
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Norden Farm Youth Theatre (Senior)
Led by Little Tanks Ltd
Each term we will be focusing on developing the participants confidence and well-being through a series of drama games and activities.
This term the Senior Youth Theatre group are focusing on developing drama skills. They’ll learn a deeper understanding of performance and managing their nerves as well as some more specialised techniques including comedy and physical theatre.
Suitable for ages 12 - 16 years
'Norden Farm is my favourite after school club, it always keeps me moving and relaxed. It is a great place to go for drama and within a short time, I have become far more confident and expressive' Timothy, age 7
'We have sent both of our children to Youth Theatre at Norden Farm and have seen dramatic improvements in there ability, confidence, social awareness and expressiveness generally and specifically. The environment is safe and developmental in a broad and exciting sense' Alex - parent
Wed 21 Sept - 30 Nov (exc 26 Oct)
6pm - 7.30pm
£120 per 10 week term
- 30 Nov
- 7 Dec
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Lantern Making Workshop – Maidenhead Library
A Drop In workshop on Parade day.
Get parade ready in 20 mins!
Drop in to Maidenhead Library to make and decorate a simple willow and tissue lantern ready to illuminate on parade night. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Sat 10 Dec | 10.30am - 2pm | Suitable for 6+ years | £4 per person
Other Drop In Lantern Making Workshops:
There are also Drop In Lantern Making Workshops in the Nicholsons Centre:
Sun 27 Nov | 10.30am - 4pm | Suitable for 6+ years | £4 per person
Sun 4 Dec | 10.30am - 4pm | Suitable for 6+ years | £4 per person
Find out more about this year's Lantern Parade here.
The Carnival of the Animals - Lantern Parade
Saturday 10 December
4.30pm - Live music and dancing from Dhol Collective
5pm - Parade departs from Maidenhead Town Hall
5.45pm - 6.15pm - Live music and entertainment continues, including Beatroots Samba drumming
Maidenhead’s Community Lantern Parade is BACK! With live music and entertainment as we light up the night in Maidenhead.
The Parade is a celebration of community and the arts and encourages local people to get together, creating fantastic artworks, dancing and parading their fabulous creations through Maidenhead town centre. This year the parade will take a new route to celebrate the new Riverside Quarter.
Norden Farm will once again team up with SameSky, an award-winning community arts charity who have been creating fantastic lanterns, costumes and community events since 1987.
Get involved at one of our Lantern Making Workshops, running throughout November and December. Our expert lantern makers will guide you through the process to create your own lantern to illuminate at the parade.
Lantern Making Workshops at Norden Farm
Across 2 hours weave an intricate animal-inspired willow frame before covering and decorating your creation. covering and decorating. Suitable for 6+ years, pre-booking essential.
Sat 19 Nov | 10.30am – 12.30pm and 2pm – 4pm | Suitable for 6+ years | £7 per person | Book here.
Sat 26 Nov | 10.30am – 12.30pm and 2pm – 4pm | Suitable for 6+ years | £7 per person | Book here.
Sat 3 Dec | 10.30am – 4pm | Adult sessions 17+ years | £17.50 per person | Book here.
Drop In Lantern Making Workshops in the town centre
There are also Drop In Lantern Making Workshops in the town centre. Get parade ready in 20 mins! Drop in to make and decorate a simple willow and tissue lantern ready to illuminate on parade night.
Workshops in the Nicholson Centre
Sun 27 Nov | 10.30am - 4pm | Suitable for 6+ years | £4 per person | More information
Sun 4 Dec | 10.30am - 4pm | Suitable for 6+ years | £4 per person | More Information
Workshops at Maidenhead Library on Parade Day
Sat 10 Dec | 10.30am - 2pm | Suitable for 6+ years | £4 per person | More information
Norden Farm are also working with local schools and community groups to ensure that the community as a whole is represented and involved in this fantastic event.
With thanks to our supporters:
Spoore, Merry and Rixman Foundation | Louis Baylis Charitable Trust | RBWM | The Prince Philip Trust | The Shanly Foundation | Cyril Taylor | Nicholsons Shopping Centre | Make Maidenhead | Waterside Quarter
- 10 Dec FREE
Creative Mindfulness For Children (Aged for 4-7 years)
Led by Stella Chenery
Children will learn to:
• Recognise and understand feelings, thoughts and emotions
• Focus the mind
• Cultivate kindness and compassion towards themselves and others
• Relax and calm their minds and bodies
• Express their feelings
Through creative activities, art, sound, stories, meditations, visualizations and discussion.
Suitable for ages 4 - 7 years.
Sat 10 Sept, 8 Oct, 5 Nov, 17 Dec
11am - 11.45am
£10 per child, per session
Please note that children need to be accompanied to and from the workshop space but not during the session and you are not required to stay on site. However, you will need to complete an emergency contact form with our DBS checked tutor before the session begins.
Creative Mindfulness For Children (Aged 8 - 11 years)
Led by Stella Chenery
Children will learn to:
• Recognise and understand feelings, thoughts and emotions
• Focus the mind
• Cultivate kindness and compassion towards themselves and others
• Relax and calm their minds and bodies
• Express their feelings
Through creative activities, art, sound, stories, meditations, visualizations and discussion.
Suitable for ages 8 - 11 years.
Sat 10 Sept, 8 Oct, 5 Nov, 17 Dec
12pm - 12.45pm
£10 per child, per session
Please note that children need to be accompanied to and from the workshop space but not during the session and you are not required to stay on site. However, you will need to complete an emergency contact form with our DBS checked tutor before the session begins.
Creative Mindfulness For Children (Aged 12 - 15 years)
Led by Stella Chenery
Participants will learn to:
• Recognise and acknowledge feelings
• Create healthy coping strategies for their emotions, stresses and anxieties
• Slow down the busy mind and improve focus & concentration
• Cultivate compassion for others & kindness for themselves
• Boost confidence and self esteem
• Build positive relationships with others
• Bring mindfulness into their everyday lives
Through the use of mindfulness techniques, meditations, discussion, creative activities and art. Art ability is not important - all activities are focused on the process of creating as a mindful and relaxing practise rather than the end result.
Suitable for ages 12 - 15 years.
Sat 10 Sept, 8 Oct, 5 Nov, 17 Dec
1pm - 2pm
£10 per child, per session
Please note that children need to be accompanied to and from the workshop space but not during the session and you are not required to stay on site. However, you will need to complete an emergency contact form with our DBS checked tutor before the session begins.