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... to Somerset Play.

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New News: (May 2010)

Outdoor Play Website is now live -

The Somerset Outdoor Play website – is full of fantastic places to enjoy and explore, all of which are completely free. For more info go to: Outdoor Play Website Page . To direct to the website go to: www.somersetoutdoorplay.org.uk

Manifesto for Children's Play

Did you know 71% of adults used to play outside near their home every day when they were a child compared to only 21% of children today?

There is a campaign to persuade the new government and local candidates to do more so that children can play outside and enjoy their childhood.

If you believe that children should have the freedom and space to play, sign up to Play England’s Manifesto for children’s play campaign by clicking here

Grant Awards are listed on the News Page.

Scroll down for an update on this years conference, grants info and play day registration.

More Grant ideas - go to the grants page for a full list.

PLAY FOR ALL CONFERENCE: A PLAYFUL DAY TO SUPPORT THE DELIVERY OF INCLUSIVE PLAY - Our fourth annual conference. Wed 29th September, Taunton Racecourse.

Confirmed speakers include: Martin Narey (CEO Barnardo's), Ally John (indepnedant consultant), Di Murray (Playworks), World Jungle, Alison Gill (KIDS SW), Phil Waters (Eden Project), Healthy Schools and Play Days, Julia Hammond (Barnardo's, on 1:1 work). More still to be confirmed.

Information and a booking form will be available very soon. Cost will be £23 for delegates living or working in Somerset.

HEALTHY SCHOOLS

Barnardo's Play and Participation are pleased to be involved with the Healthy Schools Plus programme -

Report from the pilot is available here: Final Report

We're currently working with Sedgemoor Manor Infants in Brdigewater, Vallis in Frome and Shepton Infants.