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Join us for a BBQ in the park on Saturday 8th August! Serving a range of hot and cold food and drinks for you to enjoy in the sunshine.

On Tuesday July 21 The Mayor of Winchester, Patrick Cunningham formally opened the Woodland Walk Trail for Poppins Nursery at The Carroll Centre, Stanmore. The opening was attended by staff, members of the City of Winchester outdoor recreation team, trustees and most importantly parents and children.

The mayor congratulated Eloisa Broadbent in particular for her vision and commitment to the woodland trail. After his speech the children were invited to explore the trail, find out about the animals that live in the wood and hear the story of Wonky the Woodpecker. At the end of the trail who was waiting for the children but Wonky the Woodpecker! It was a delightful event and a celebration of hard work, dedication and collaboration.

The project was dreamed up by Eloisa Broadbent, nursery head, The Carroll Centre Director, Jool Heller-Dixon and Sue Lord from Winchester City Council. Full use was made of a neglected woodland slope behind The Carroll Centre. The land has been transformed into an inviting woodland path, decorated along the way with rustic animal sculptures. In amongst the trees the children come upon a story telling circle full of promise.

“It is perfect for the children,” says Eloisa, “as they are much safer and healthier outdoors in the current situation. In their socially-distanced bubbles they can clamber all over the wooden structures. They especially love the story telling circle and the den building space.”

As lockdown eased Poppins Nursery opened as soon as it could with great care to keep the children and staff safe. They offered much needed education for the children and support for the parents. These have been challenging and difficult times. Looking forward Poppins Nursery welcomes applications for next term.

Cafe in the Park is now open! Serving a range of hot and cold snacks and drinks for you to enjoy in the sunshine.

Open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout the Summer.

Stanmore Gardening Club volunteers prove that many hands can make light work! A huge thank you for helping to get Poppins Nursery Garden ready for Nursery opening on 1st June – it really is looking fantastic!

#thankyou #summer #communityheroes 

Looking for some fun and educational activities to do during lockdown? Look no further!

Poppins Nursery are providing fun and educational home learning activities for those unable to access childcare services at this time. Please visit their Facebook or Instagram pages for further information. Home learning booklets are also being produced by Hampshire County Council and are available here:  Issue 1 | Issue 2 | Easter Special 

We’ve been busy this month working with Winchester City Council and a team of volunteers from the Amber Project and Winchester Hub to transform the woodland beside the centre into a new children’s nature area! 

The nature area features new pathways, wooden sculptures and seating areas – ideal for woodland walks, open-air storytelling and bush craft!

Keep an eye out here for the official opening date – we can’t wait to show you our latest community project!

Join us for a BBQ in the park on Saturday 8th August! Serving a range of hot and cold food and drinks for you to enjoy in the sunshine.

On Tuesday July 21 The Mayor of Winchester, Patrick Cunningham formally opened the Woodland Walk Trail for Poppins Nursery at The Carroll Centre, Stanmore. The opening was attended by staff, members of the City of Winchester outdoor recreation team, trustees and most importantly parents and children.

The mayor congratulated Eloisa Broadbent in particular for her vision and commitment to the woodland trail. After his speech the children were invited to explore the trail, find out about the animals that live in the wood and hear the story of Wonky the Woodpecker. At the end of the trail who was waiting for the children but Wonky the Woodpecker! It was a delightful event and a celebration of hard work, dedication and collaboration.

The project was dreamed up by Eloisa Broadbent, nursery head, The Carroll Centre Director, Jool Heller-Dixon and Sue Lord from Winchester City Council. Full use was made of a neglected woodland slope behind The Carroll Centre. The land has been transformed into an inviting woodland path, decorated along the way with rustic animal sculptures. In amongst the trees the children come upon a story telling circle full of promise.

“It is perfect for the children,” says Eloisa, “as they are much safer and healthier outdoors in the current situation. In their socially-distanced bubbles they can clamber all over the wooden structures. They especially love the story telling circle and the den building space.”

As lockdown eased Poppins Nursery opened as soon as it could with great care to keep the children and staff safe. They offered much needed education for the children and support for the parents. These have been challenging and difficult times. Looking forward Poppins Nursery welcomes applications for next term.

Cafe in the Park is now open! Serving a range of hot and cold snacks and drinks for you to enjoy in the sunshine.

Open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout the Summer.

Stanmore Gardening Club volunteers prove that many hands can make light work! A huge thank you for helping to get Poppins Nursery Garden ready for Nursery opening on 1st June – it really is looking fantastic!

#thankyou #summer #communityheroes 

Looking for some fun and educational activities to do during lockdown? Look no further!

Poppins Nursery are providing fun and educational home learning activities for those unable to access childcare services at this time. Please visit their Facebook or Instagram pages for further information. Home learning booklets are also being produced by Hampshire County Council and are available here:  Issue 1 | Issue 2 | Easter Special 

We’ve been busy this month working with Winchester City Council and a team of volunteers from the Amber Project and Winchester Hub to transform the woodland beside the centre into a new children’s nature area! 

The nature area features new pathways, wooden sculptures and seating areas – ideal for woodland walks, open-air storytelling and bush craft!

Keep an eye out here for the official opening date – we can’t wait to show you our latest community project!