North London Deaf Children's Society
supporting deaf children and their families across North London
Time: 11am-1pm 
Age: 5+
Address: Armoury Entrance, Hornsey Road, Emirates Stadium, London, N5 1BU
More details, with booking information coming soon so please watch out for our email. Spaces will be first come first serve.
SORRY – THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED
Date: Sunday 24th June 2018
Time: 11am-approx 1pm
Venue: Lee Valley VeloPark, Abercrombie Road, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, E20 3AB
Age: 2-18
How to get there: Nearest station is Stratford (20 mins walk)
4 hours free parking is available. You’ll need to enter your car registration number at a terminal in the venue.
We’re offering your children the chance to enjoy some Olympic action in cycling sessions at the VeloPark. We’ve arranged 3 sessions for different age groups and abilities:
VeloBalance 2-5 yrs (non-riders) 11.30 – 12.30
Pedal up 6 – 10 yrs must be able to ride a bike 12.30 – 1.30
Mountain biking 10 yrs+ must be confident riders 11.45 – 12.45
Cycling slots lots last an hour, and children and families are also invited on a tour of the venue, including the iconic Velodrome. Tours start at 11.30 and 12.30, so you can do this either before or after the cycling. We’ll send further details closer to the date, but anticipate that everyone will meet at about 11.00 am.
VeloPark has very kindly agreed to fund the cost of the cycling and tours for NLDCS members and we expect places to fill up fast. Deaf children will be given priority, but we’ll try to accommodate hearing siblings. Communication support (funded by an NDCS local groups grant) will be available on the day, please make sure you tell us if your child/ren require signed support. We’re asking for £10 deposit per child, which will be refunded on the day. Make sure you turn up to get your deposit back!
Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis to members so email northlondon@ndcsgroup.org.uk to find out how. Deadline for booking this event is 18th June.
Date: Sunday 15th July 2018
Time: 10am
Venue: Little Dinosaurs, The Grove, Alexandra Park N22 7AY (www.littledinosaurs.co.uk)
Age: 5 and under
How to get there: By car – The Grove has its own free 80 space car park (next turning after the garden centre).
On foot – nearest entrance to Little Dinosaurs is behind the bus stop on Muswell Hill, just down from the Broadway.
Nearest stations and buses: Highgate Tube then 43 or 143 bus; East Finchley Tube then 102 bus, Wood Green Tube then 144 bus, Finsbury Park tube and W7.
This tried and tested venue is always very popular with pre-schoolers, so whether you’ve a toddler, baby or both, come and meet other parents of local deaf children in safe, fun surroundings. There’s a great cafe serving yummy food, free parking and both an indoor soft play area and an outdoor playground so fun’s guaranteed for everyone, whatever the weather.
Normal entry price: £4.95 for a 90-min play session (2 hours if buying. food at the cafe). £1 for babies under 12 months.
Special offer for members: NLDCS is contributing £2 for every deaf child aged 5 and under who attends.
For more information, and to let us know if you planning to attend, please contact Kam Makram, northlondon@ndcsgroup.org.uk
Date: Friday 24th August 2018
Time: 9.30am – approx 12.30pm
Venue: Lee Valley White Water Centre, Station Road, Waltham Cross, Herts EN9 1AB
Age: strictly 10+
How to get there: 10 mins from junction 25 or 26 of the M25. Find directions for different modes of travel at https://www.gowhitewater.co.uk/visitor-info/how-to-get-here
Older kids are invited to take part in a thrilling white water rafting experience on the Olympic course at this iconic venue. Prices normally start at £38 per person, but Lee Valley Community Fund has very kindly agreed to fund costs for NLDCS members, so places are free. Communication support (funded by an NDCS local groups grant) will be available on the day, please make sure you tell us if your child/ren require signed support. Deaf children will be given priority, but we’ll try to accommodate hearing siblings and are asking for a £10 deposit per child, to be refunded on the day. Make sure you turn up to get your deposit back!
Please arrive promptly as there will be a full safety briefing and assessment before going out on the water, and anyone who misses this will not be able to take part. All safety equipment will be provided.
Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis for members so to find out how to book please email northlondon@ndcsgroup.org.uk The deadline for booking is 10th August.
Trip to Stomp for age 13+
Date: Saturday 18 November 2017
Time: Meet at 2.30pm for 3.00pm start
Venue: The Ambassadors Theatre, West Street, WC2H 9ND
Cost: free, but a £25 advance deposit is required which will be refunded on the day
Age: 13+
Stomp is a blend of comedy, dance and rhythm in which the performers use everyday objects including bin lids and plastic bags to get the audience’s toes tapping and adrenaline pumping. The show has been described by the The Times as ‘incredibly powerful’ while the Standard says that it is ‘endlessly inventive, the performers’ energy and discipline is awesome’.
This event is aimed at encouraging independence and teenagers will NOT be accompanied by an adult in the auditorium.
A committee member from NLDCS will meet them at the start to ensure they have their tickets and will remain near the theatre during the performance. Do make sure that your child is comfortable with this. Additional information will be providing on booking.
This trip is being made possible by a grant from the National Deaf Children’s
Society.
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