Teddy bear’s picnic extravaganza

Children and parents try their hand at plate spinning during Newbold’s teddy bear’s picnic

Newbold Children’s Centre was overrun with cuddly toys and smiley faces after hosting a teddy bear’s picnic for the local community.

Children, parents and teddy bears were all treated to a day of arts and crafts, a bouncy castle, face painting, skylight circus and a visit from Woody from Toy Story.

The day ended with a picnic enjoyed by humans and stuffed animals alike.

Sarah Byrne, Senior Practitioner at Newbold Children’s Centre said: “The picnic was really well attended, with over 30 families coming along to enjoy themselves. It was great to see a big turn out and all those smiles on the families’ faces. Thank you to all centre staff and volunteers that helped to make the day a huge success. We received a lot of positive feedback and look forward to our next partnership event.”

Parent Leanne Clough said: “We all enjoyed this event as a family; there was something for us all to do together. The children really enjoyed the circus skills - it gave us all a challenge and was a brilliant afternoon.”

The event was created in partnership with Newbold Sure Start Children’s Centre, The Guinness Trust, Petrus, Saint Peter’s Church and Newbold Baptist Church.