Date: December 2007

Venue: The Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith

The 335 children who filed into the Lyric Theatre in Hammersmith will remember last Christmas with fondness as they were among the lucky few to attend Daytrippers’ trip to the Beauty and the Beast.The young audience laughed, cheered and were encouraged to interact with the actors as they followed the marvelous adventures of Beauty and her faithful canine companion, stopping only briefly to fill up with ice-cream during the interlude. After the show the children were lucky enough to meet the cast and even allowed to have their photos take with the performers to round of what was a truly magical Christmas outing.

To see photos from the day please click on the picture to the left.

Daytrippers would like to offer thanks to The Lyric Theatre and their staff for creating such a welcoming environment for all concerned. If your school or group would like to boost their build-up to Christmas by attending this event next year, then feel free to contact Daytrippers on 020 7758 0030.

Date: 4th - 9th December 2007

Venue: Bankside Gallery, London SE1 9JH

In December Daytrippers supported The Association of Children’s Hospices with their This is Me Art Exhibition. Children from Hospices all over the country submitted their Art Work to exhibit in the top London Bankside Gallery. Working with the Children’s Hospices Daytrippers offered each artist a chance to visit the exhibition and see their work on display.

The exhibition was a huge success and each piece of art work was auctioned off to raise money for the Hospices. We were thrilled with the standard of art work and the support that the event received. Thank you for everyone who contributed to such a unique event.

To view a sample of the art work please click on the photo.

Keep watching the website for updates on upcoming events, or call 020 7758 0030 for more information.

Date: October 2007

Venue: David Beckham Football Academy, Greenwich

For a second year running Daytrippers hosted our Pan-Disability Football Tournament at the David Beckham Academy in Greenwich. Over 220 boys and girls came together from all over the country to play more than 70 matches of 6 a side football in Championships or Leagues for the Under 12s and Under18s stopping only for a healthy packed lunch. The great team spirit shown by all the players and fantastic atmosphere created by their supporters made for a fun packed day.

Each player was presented with a Daytrippers Medal and Goodie Bag. There were also special Trophies for the runners up and winning teams of each competition. Two players of the tournament were also lucky winners of a full kit from The David Beckham Academy.

We have to say a special thank you to Ray from The Feltham Bees for the success of the event for a second year running. A full gallery from the day is available by clicking on the photo above.

Date: September 2007

Venue: Ritzy Cinema, Brixton

On Saturday 29th September at the Ritzy Cinema in Brixton over 80 talented children from Charlie Chaplin Adventure Playground and Oakleigh School came together to see their own Film Premiere. The audience watched a showcase of 8 films and animations all created by the children themselves through a range of workshops throughout the year. The films were fantastic with everyone impressed by the ideas, imagination and use of materials.

The day was presented by Laura Hamilton (Nikelodeon) and George Wood (I Dream & Disney Club), with a musical performance from Hayereyah and a stunning display of the UK’s top Street Dancing by Stefan Sinclair. The event ended with a special awards ceremony where eight Daytrippers Oscars were presented for ‘Outstanding Achievements’ whilst those watching tucked into their free popcorn and drinks.

Daytrippers would like to say a huge thank you to everyone that contributed to the success of the day. If your school or group has budding film makers and you would be interested in this event next year please get in touch with Daytrippers by calling 020 7758 0030.

Have a look at our gallery for this event by clicking on the photo above.