Mike Summerbee says he may not have been alive to see his beloved Manchester City win the treble had his wife not forced him to go to the doctors and take a prostate cancer test 12 years ago.
30.05.2023 - 08:33 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The sun has certainly got his hat on this week meaning just one thing: it's not long until the summer holidays begin.
But with six weeks off school, many parents find themselves scratching their heads to find activities to keep the kids entertained. Not to worry, Manchester Evening News has looked at five summer camps that are sure to keep a smile on the little ones' faces this summer.
The engaging and enthusiastic team at School of Play deliver a wide range of activities to keep every child entertained, from outdoor nature trails and sports sessions to fabulous arts and crafts and entertaining shows.
The team guarantees your child will come home feeling happy and fulfilled every day, and have a masterpiece or two to show for it.
The themed camps are based in Urmston, Chorlton, Bowdon and Prestbury.
Each camp has a unique theme. Previous camps have had themes including ‘Around the World in 30 Days’, ‘Night Time in New Orleans’ and the upcoming camps are ‘Space Jam: Take it back to the 90s’ and ‘When I Grow Up...’.
School of Play prides itself on being extremely fun-focused and the team believes that its action-packed camps are the ideal place for children to spend their well deserved half term.
School of Play and Sport is a home away from home where kids can make memories to last a lifetime.
The holiday clubs at We Are Adventurers are perfect for five- to 11-year-olds and are a great way for children to spending extended time in nature, build and develop new skills and grow in confidence. The club does not allow screens.
Each day brings a new adventure to try, from campfire cooking to survival skills, and bushcraft to archery.
Plus, there's plenty of free play opportunities including den building and woodland craft,
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