Wokingham

The summer holidays are fast approaching and Wokingham parents will be starting to dread those inevitable choruses of ‘I’m bored!’ and ‘there’s nothing to do!’ The strain of trying to keep your little, and not so little, ones entertained can be exhausting, not to mention expensive for families!

And that’s why Wokingham District Council’s children’s information service (CIS) is here to help! The service has put together a summer activities newsletter which is packed full of information on courses, workshops and activities that are running throughout the Wokingham district and surrounding area this summer. There is also information available on local Wokingham parks and playgrounds, as well as a days out guide for places to visit, such as theme parks and leisure attractions.

For those parents who unfortunately have to work during the summer holidays, the CIS can provide information on all registered childcare in the Wokingham district, including holiday schemes and childminders who are willing to provide holiday care.

The Wokingham CIS is open to members of the public and they can visit Monday to Friday between 9am to 5pm. The service is located at the Ambleside Centre, Ambleside Close, Woodley (behind Woodley Library). Alternatively, you can telephone them on (0118) 935 2255 or email CIS@wokingham.gov.uk . For registered childcare, visit www.childcarelink.gov.uk

Cllr Frank Browne, executive member for Wokingham children’s services, said: “The summer can be a stressful time when you have children to entertain over the long school holidays! Parents and carers often have enough to juggle without having to go searching for the activities and information they need. I hope they will find the children’s information service’s newsletter useful this summer in keeping their children entertained! Information is only one call away and the service can provide you with all the contacts and details on facilities and activities available in the district.”

Wokingham District Council