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parklifeJune
JulyTuesday 2nd July
TCV Conservation Action Day10.00am Swadlincote WoodlandsMeet in the Car Park
Sunday 21st July
Music in the Park2.00pm to 4.00pm – Maurice Lea Memorial ParkLive music in the Bandstand from Newhall Brass Band. Bring along a picnic.
Monday 22nd July
Play Mobile, Adventure Mobile, Sports Mobile1.00pm to 4.00pm – Eureka ParkFirst in a series of Playscheme events
Wednesday 24th July
Beautiful Butterflies1.00pm to 3.00pm – Swadlincote WoodlandsFamily activities – Led walk and then take part in our butterfly crafts
Thursday 25th July
Play Mobile2.00pm to 4.00pm – Maurice Lea Memorial Park
Monday 29th July
Adventure Mobile10.00am to 12noon – Newhall Park
AugustThursday 1st August 2019
Space Chase Summer Reading Challenge10.00am to 11.30am – Eureka ParkSpace Treasure Hunt and rocket craft
Sunday 4th August
Music in the Park2.00pm to 4.00pm – Maurice Lea Memorial ParkLive music in the Bandstand from Uttoxeter Town Brass Band. Bring along a picnic.
Monday 5th August
Adventure Mobile and Sports Mobile10.00am to 12.00pm - Eureka Park
Tuesday 6th August
TCV Conservation Action Day 10.00am Swadlincote WoodlandsMeet on the Car Park
Wednesday 7th August
Adventure Mobile2.00pm to 4.00pm - Maurice Lea Memorial Park
Tuesday 13th August
Adventure Mobile and Sports Mobile2.00pm to 4.00pm Newhall Park
Wednesday 14th August
Teddy Cycle Ride10.00am to 12.00pm Maurice Lea Memorial ParkJoin Bertie the Bear for a cycling adventure!
Wednesday 14th August
Play Mobile and Adventure Mobile10.00am to 12.00pm Maurice Lea Memorial Park
Monday 19th August
Adventure Mobile and Sports Mobile10.00am to 12.00pm Eureka Park
Tuesday 20th August
Sports Mobile 6.00pm to 8.00pm Newhall Park
Wednesday 21st August
Sports Mobile2.00pm to 4.00pm Maurice Lea Memorial Park
SeptemberTuesday 3rd September
TCV Conservation Action Day10.00am Swadlincote WoodlandsMeet in the Car Park
OctoberTuesday 1st October
TCV Conservation Action Day10.00am Swadlincote WoodlandsMeet in the Car Park
Featured activity groupsSwadlincote junior parkrun A 2k run for juniors only (4-14 year olds). It is held every Sunday at 9.00am.Venue - Maurice Lea Memorial ParkThis is a free activity but please register athttp://www.parkrun.org.uk/swadlincote-juniors/ before your first run. Only ever register with parkrun once. Don’t forget to bring a printed copy of your barcode The aim is to have fun. Please come along and join in whatever your pace!
Senior Adults Tennis GroupFree Tennis sessions for over 50s. Sessions are held on a Tuesday morning between 10.00am and 12noon at Maurice Lea Memorial Park.Borrow kit for free or bring your own if you prefer. Friendly group of players of mixed ability. New members always welcome.For further information contact:The Parklife OfficerTel: 01283 228766Email: [email protected]
Senior Adults Bowls GroupFree bowls sessions for over 50s. Sessions are held on aThursday afternoon between 2.00pm and 4.00pm at Maurice Lea Memorial Park.Borrow kit for free or bringyour own bowls if you prefer.Friendly group of players of mixed ability.New members always welcome.For further information contact:The Parklife OfficerTel: 01283 228766Email: [email protected]
Swadlincote Woodlands Wildlife Volunteer Events Regular wildlife themed events for those volunteers with a wildlife interest, including Butterfly and Wildlife surveys and identification sessions. For further information contact: The Parklife OfficerTel: 01283 228766Email: [email protected]
TCV Conservation Action Days Join the Conservation Volunteers at Swadlincote Woodlands. Tools and tea provided. Please bring lunch and remember to wear suitable clothing. Phone Kay Thompson at TCV for details 01283 215882 or 07740 899693.
Swadlincote Urban Parks Eureka, Maurice Lea Memorial Park, Newhall Park and Swadlincote WoodlandsLook out for a timetable of events happening in our urban parks over the summer. See the notice boards on the parks for details.
Saturday 29th - Sunday 30th June12.30pm - 5.00pm
festival ofleisure
A fun filled weekend for all the family.Enjoy two arenas of entertainment, fairground rides, craft andactivity marquees, music, stalls, inflatables, refreshments and
more in the idyllic surroundings of Maurice Lea Memorial Park
Maurice LeaMemorial ParkChurch Gresley
Get out and enjoy your local parks. www.loveparksweek.org.uk
Friday 12th– Sunday 21st July
Love Parks isthe year roundcelebration of
parks and greenspaces.
South Derbyshire
activities for all in the open air
Family event, Short, Medium and Challenge routes.Fee charge payable.
Derwent Valley Orienteers
Saturday 10th August 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Come and TryOrienteering
SwadlincoteWoodlands
Bring along your picnics, rugs and flags to enjoyan afternoon of music, song, classic performances
and patriotic classics in the Park
Sunday 18th August 2.00pm onwards
Maurice LeaMemorial ParkChurch Gresley
activities for all in the open airEureka Park . Maurice Lea Memorial Park . Newhall Park . Swadlincote Woodlands
Regular Activities in the parksJunior Park RunSundays 9.00am Free weekly 2k timed runMeet at Maurice Lea Memorial Park BandstandLocal Health WalksTuesday 10.00am Nordic Walking Meet in the main reception, Oaklands VillageWednesday 10.00am Meet at Green Bank Leisure CentreWednesday 10.30am Swadlincote Buggy Walk Meet in the play area at Sharpe’s Pottery MuseumThursday 11.00am Dementia Walk Meet in the main reception, Oaklands VillageThursday 2.00pm Meet at the Old Post Centre, NewhallFridays 2.00pm Meet in the main reception, Oaklands Village
Club Activities in your ParksEureka ParkNetballEureka Park Ladies Contact: Cheryl LiveseyEmail: [email protected] Ladies Netball TeamContact: Donna Ellis 07957 931736BowlsEureka Park Bowls Contact: Lee Fearn 07904 000743 Email: [email protected] ParkBeavers, Cubs and Scouts Newhall 1st Beavers (6-8yrs) - Monday Newhall 1st Cubs (8-10yrs) - MondayNewhall 1st Scouts (10.5-14yrs) - ThursdayEmail: [email protected] Inn Bowls Club Contact: David Walton 01283 222680BoxingRoyal Oak Amateur Boxing Club and Fitness CentreOpening Times : Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 5.00pm – 7.30pm, Sunday : 10.00am – 12.30pmContact: George Balfour 07714 106562Email: [email protected]
Don’t forgetThe parks in this leaflet are also a great place to have an informal picnic or kick around. Get a group of friends together and have fun! Remember they are free to visit.
Get involved in your parkIf you would like to join a Friends of the Park group or have ideas to improve your park, contact the Parklife Officer, 01283 228766
Published by South Derbyshire District Council - June 2019.
Free TennisYou can play Tennis free of charge, 7 days a week, at Eureka Park and Maurice Lea Memorial Park.
Pay and PlayYou can pay and play for activities on the following parks.Eureka Park – Crazy Golf and BowlsMaurice Lea Memorial Park – BowlsSee www.southderbyshire.gov.uk for further details.
Use your Park! Hold your own event in one of the parks listed, or hire the Bandstand at Maurice Lea Memorial Park. Phone the South Derbyshire Cultural Services team on 01283 595782.
Arts in the Parks Music, crafts, painting, drama and dance don’t have to happen in big buildings - enjoy culture in the open air! Concerts, photography, theatre, exhibitions, performance, film-making, poetry, sculpture - use our great parks to get involved in creative activities. If you are inspired to organise your own arts events phone the Cultural Services on 01283 595782 or email [email protected]
Outdoor Learning The parks are a great place to explore, discover, learn and have fun at the same time. Contact the Environmental Education team for help with outdoor learning ideas, resources, activities or teaching staff. We also have various themed outreach sessions and loans boxes available to use in the parks, woodlands and other outdoor spaces. Park packs include old maps and photographs, park information, activity ideas, self-led trails and information about the history of the parks. Phone: 01283 535039. Email: [email protected] for more information
Heritage If you would like to discover more about the historical background of Swadlincote’s public parks, then the “Magic Attic” at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum is an excellent place to start. Phone: 01283 819020.
Active South DerbyshireFor other Sport and Health opportunities in South Derbyshire phone 01283 595776 or visit www.healthiersouthderbyshire.org
Rosliston Forestry Centre Something for everyone in The National Forest. Outdoor activity, environmental education, sculptures, ponds, lakes, woods, walk trails, log cabins and open air entertainment at ‘The Glade’. For details of the full programme of events and activities go to www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk
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Reporting problems For crime or anti-social behaviour issues please phone the Police using the non-emergency number 101. To report dog fouling problems to the Neighbourhood Wardens phone 01283 595943.
Come and have a go at
Orienteeringaround Swadlincote Woodlands
Good area for beginners,families and youth groups
You can download a map andclues off our website
www.south-derbys.gov.uk/orienteering
Eureka Park has undergone major restorationworks.Funded by a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund
Pay it a visit this summer and see the changes that have taken place!
Friday 12th - Sunday 21st July
Get out and and enjoyyour local parks!Check your local press for events that may be happening in the area.www.loveparksweek.org.uk
Sunday 18th August2.00pm Onwards
Enjoy an afternoon of music, song,classic performances and
patriotic classics in the Park
Saturday 29th – Sunday 30th June12.30pm – 5.00pm
Maurice Lea Memorial ParkA fun filled weekend for all the family
Lots to see and do for all agesPhone: 01283 595846
www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/fol
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