Upcoming Events
Description: A fun and rhythmic session for you and your little one! Baby Bounce uses songs, rhymes, and gentle movement to support early language development and physical coordination. It’s a great way to boost your baby’s confidence while chatting with other parents who have had similar neonatal journeys.
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When: Every Thursday
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Time: 1:15 pm – 2:15 pm
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Location: The Word, South Shields
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Cost: Free for eligible families
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Eligibility: Open exclusively to families who have spent time on a neonatal unit in the North East and/or Transitional Care.
How to Book: https://www.tinylives.org.uk/meet-chat-learn/
Our network friends over at Sense are collaborating with the PlayHub – Be Weird Be Wild Be Wonderful to host an exclusive under the sea-themed sensory session this August!
This event offers exclusive access for families attending with Sense, providing an imaginative, underwater-themed sensory playground for early years children to explore during the summer holidays. Families are welcome to book onto multiple Sense summer events, but please remember to make just one booking per family for this session.
Event Details
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Cost: Completely FREE of charge
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Who it is for: Disabled children aged 0–5 years, and their families
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Host: Sense (in collaboration with the PlayHub)
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📅 Date: Thursday 27th August 2026
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⏰ Time: 2:30pm – 4:00pm
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📍 Location: Be Weird Be Wild Be Wonderful, 12, Unit 2, Block B, Hanham Business Park, Memorial Rd, Bristol, BS15 3JE
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🎟️ Booking Link: https://www.sense.org.uk/shop/online-shop/bristol-under-the-sea-themed-family-session-0-5-years-at-the-playhub-be-weird-be-wild-be-wonderful/
Kid’s Fitness is a great way to try out lots of different sports and games. The group is led by specialist fitness instructors who are able to safely coach children of all abilities and levels of need.
Children will enjoy getting fitter as they try out a range of activities, including Boccia, dance and team games.
All sessions are for children aged 5-17 years and are £4 per session, with spaces booked for the term and paid monthly. A free taster session is offered for all activities.
If interested, please email: childrensprojects@sheffieldmencap.org.uk or call 0114 2767757
Gateway youth club is suitable for children with a mild learning disability and/or autism and their siblings.
The wide range of activities on offer are planned collaboratively with members, including sports, games, art and crafts, films, quizzes and cooking. There are regular themed activities too, such as Halloween and Christmas parties, Easter Egg hunts and sports-themed days. Children may also choose to just relax and enjoy spending time with other young people. Gateway youth club is a great place to meet new friends and develop social skills.
All sessions are for children aged 5-17 years and are £4 per session, with spaces booked for the term and paid monthly. A free taster session is offered for all activities.
If interested, please email: childrensprojects@sheffieldmencap.org.uk or call 0114 2767757
Dance21 is our high-energy dance group for young people aged 12 and over.
These sessions focus on creative movement, socialising, and fitness. It is a fantastic way for older young people to build their self-esteem, learn new routines, and catch up with friends every week.
Like our junior group, these sessions are led by Claire King, ensuring a supportive and expert-led environment for all participants.
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When: Every Thursday
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Time: 6.00 pm – 7.00 pm
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Where: Footsteps Theatre School, Idle, BD10 8PY
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Cost: £3.50 donation on entry (This allows our dancers to practice handling money and paying for their own sessions).
How to Join
We are always looking to welcome new faces to our dance family! If you would like to attend or have any questions about the sessions, please visit our website or get in touch.
Find out more: https://www.downsyndromebradford.com/
Event Description
We are delighted to share these exciting summer holiday sessions hosted by the SVP Deaf Centre Newcastle, running in partnership with the National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS).
Led by a Deaf tutor with BSL interpreter support, these sessions offer a fantastic, supportive environment for Deaf and hard-of-hearing children and their families to learn, play, and socialise together. Each week features a unique theme alongside music, games, and signed stories.
The sessions include refreshments, fun sports activities, toys, resources, opportunities to meet Deaf role models, and even special organised trips (including a farm trip, park trip, and a visit from Hearing Dogs for Deaf People!).
Event Details
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Cost: Free
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Booking: Booking is essential to secure a place.
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Location: Newcastle Deaf Centre, 2 Summerhill Grove, NE4 6EE
Dates & Age Groups (Every Friday in August 2026):
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Friday 7th August 2026 (Theme: Who and Family)
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Age 0–5: 10:00am – 12:00pm
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Age 6–12: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
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Friday 14th August 2026 (Theme: Teddy Bear Picnic and Food)
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Age 0–5: 10:00am – 12:00pm
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Age 6–12: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
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Friday 21st August 2026 (Theme: Emotions – Let’s Make a Mood Board!)
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Age 0–5: 10:00am – 12:00pm
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Age 6–12: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
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Friday 28th August 2026 (Theme: Hobbies and Transport)
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Age 0–5: 10:00am – 12:00pm
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Age 6–12: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
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(Please note: Siblings are very welcome to join in with the family sessions!)
How to Book
To book your place, please email the organisers directly with the following details: Child’s name, Date of Birth, any dietary requirements, and the area you are from.
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Email: familysignlanguagewithleah@gmail.com or MeganN@svp.org.uk
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Phone: 0191 232 4104
Please note: These summer sessions are hosted and run by the SVP Deaf Centre Newcastle. They are shared on our website on behalf of our network partners.
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Looking for inclusive, accessible, and fun activities over the summer holidays? ⚽🎾🚴♂️
Smile Through Sport is offering an amazing lineup of summer activities for children, young people, and adults with SEND running from 20th July through 30th August 2026.
Whether you’re looking for frame running, wheelchair sports, boccia, adapted cycling, or outdoor games in National Trust settings, there’s something for everyone!
🌟 Junior Programme Highlights (Ages 4+)
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Outdoor Games: Gibside & Crook Hall / Souter Lighthouse (FREE)
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Multi-Sport: Cramlington, Sunderland, Hexham & Newcastle
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Athletics & Frame Running: Gateshead International Stadium
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Wheelchair Basketball & Tennis: Birtley Leisure Centre
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Fun Sessions (Soft Play & Sensory Room): Cedars Academy, Gateshead
🌟 Adult Programme Highlights (Ages 18+)
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Adapted Cycling: Newburn Activity Centre, Newcastle
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Outdoor Games: Gibside National Trust & Souter Lighthouse
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Multi-Sport: Wallsend, Hexham & Newcastle
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Boccia: Cramlington & North Tyneside
📲 How to Book:
Spaces must be booked in advance! Visit their website or contact the team directly:
👉 Website: www.smilethroughsport.com/whats-on/
📞 Phone: 07934 227 276
📧 Email: info@smilethroughsport.com
#InclusiveSports #DisabilityActivities #SmileThroughSport #SENDSupport #Summer2026
Looking for brilliant, accessible events to keep the kids entertained over the summer holidays? Our friends at Square Peg Activities have an unbelievable lineup of themed sessions and day trips planned right through to late August!
From Nerf battles and pizza making to day trips, sensory sessions, and art workshops, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy. 🎨🍕🦁
Key Details:
- 🗓️ When: Running throughout July and August 2026
- 📍 Location: 37-39 Gate Lane, Sutton Coldfield, B73 5TR
- 👨👩👧👦 Who: Designed for disabled children and their siblings (Please note: Adults must stay on site)
- 🥪 Extras: Lunch is served at all in-house events! Plus, the Gaming Room, Youth Den, Sensory Room, and Gardens are open during sessions unless stated.
🎟️ Info & Booking: Spaces go quickly, so be sure to secure your spots online!
Book directly here: https://squarepegcharity.simplybook.it/v2/?fbclid=IwY2xjawG6eXlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHU_2Bi8a0hE7CPqs-vQi_YOik5KvX1eTKxPgcFB0snumTzF0Q7ULYR-vTw_aem_r6FW00ubs-TbCyEjT-D7ag#book
Join us for fun, engaging British Sign Language (BSL) classes tailored specifically for Deaf and hard of hearing children and their families! All families are welcome, and absolutely no prior BSL experience is needed.
Why Join Us?
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Expert Tuition: Led by a Deaf tutor with BSL interpreter support.
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Interactive Learning: Fun activities including music, games, signed stories, and themes.
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Community: Meet new friends and socialise in a safe, supportive environment.
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Age-Appropriate Groups: Each session is organised into specific age groups to ensure the best experience for your child.
Event Schedule & Weekly Themes
Every Friday in August, sessions will be split into two age groups:
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0 – 5 Years: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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6 – 12 Years: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Friday 7th August
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Topic: Who and Family
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Description: Let’s learn signs about people and our families! Enjoy fun activities, songs, and stories together.
Friday 14th August
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Theme: Teddy Bear Picnic and Food
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Description: Bring your favourite teddy and join us for a picnic! We will explore signs for food and enjoy fun activities together.
Friday 21st August
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Theme: Emotions – Let’s Make a Mood Board!
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Description: We will learn signs for feelings and get creative by making our very own mood boards.
Friday 28th August
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Theme: Hobbies and Transport Theme
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Description: Let’s learn signs for our favourite hobbies and discover different ways to travel.
How to Book Your Place
Spaces are limited. To secure your family’s spot, please get in touch and provide the following details:
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Child’s Name
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Child’s Date of Birth
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Any Dietary Requirements
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The Area You Are From
We can’t wait to see you there!
📍 Venue: Sensory World, Old Westgate, Dewsbury, WF16 7SX
📅 Day: Every Friday
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
What’s On?
🧩 Games & Activities:
- Scrabble
- Telephone
- Other fun word and social games
🍴 Food & Drinks:
- Available throughout the session
- Licensed bar for refreshments
Who Can Join?
✅ All welcome!
This is a friendly, inclusive space for socialising, playing games, and enjoying good company.
Booking Details
📞 Call: 07801 065589
No booking fee – just come along and join the fun!
The Sensory Place has an incredible lineup of activities planned for Weeks 3 to 6 of the summer holidays! From alpaca visits and surfing to forest school, soft play, and exclusive swimming hires, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Check out the weekly schedules below for dates, times, and activities:
🦙 Week 3 (7th – 9th August): Includes indoor rockpooling, Train Master, exclusive swimming in Washington, Battlekarts, and Anvil Alpaca visits!
🐴 Week 4 (10th – 16th August): Featuring pond dipping at Washington Wildfowl Park, forest school, horse riding, soft play, and gymnastics.
🌊 Week 5 (17th – 21st August): Highlights include York Maze, surfing at South Shields, Moana workshop, Arcade Warehouse, and felt making. 🐐 Week 6 (24th – 29th August): Pygmy goat experiences, summer disco, den building, Supertramps, and much more!
📩 To book or find out more information, drop an email to: Hello@thesensoryplace.net
Description: Enjoy a calming and restorative Baby Yoga session. Led by Kalma Life, these classes focus on gentle stretching and movement for your baby, promoting flexibility and relaxation. It’s a peaceful environment to connect with your child and share support with other neonatal families.
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When: Every Friday
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Time: 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
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Location: Ridgeway Family Hub (Kalma Life)
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Cost: Free for eligible families
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Eligibility: Open exclusively to families who have spent time on a neonatal unit in the North East and/or Transitional Care.
How to Book: https://www.tinylives.org.uk/meet-chat-learn/
The Active Lifestyles Group meets for two hours on a Friday afternoon for a two hour trip through some of Leeds’ finest parks.
This group is free.
Most weeks there are about 10 members joining us, with support workers where required.
Our trips are reasonably gentle. They last for the full two hours with short stops for rests when somebody needs one.
We aim for paths and grass, rather than scrambling up rocks.
We meet at a different venue each week. Examples of parks we visit are: Roundhay, Middleton and Golden Acre.
Absolutely FREE!
Every Friday
13:00 until 15:00
Meet at the location, which will change every week
People can join by contacting Al Mayes on 0113 2443729 or al.mayes@peopleinaction.org.uk
Description: This nurturing session focuses on the benefits of infant massage, including improved sleep, digestion, and emotional bonding. Run by Kalma Life, it provides a quiet, safe space to learn soothing techniques while connecting with a community of parents who understand the neonatal experience.
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When: Every Friday
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Time: 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
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Location: Ridgeway Family Hub (Kalma Life)
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Cost: Free for eligible families
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Eligibility: Open exclusively to families who have spent time on a neonatal unit in the North East and/or Transitional Care.
How to Book: https://www.tinylives.org.uk/meet-chat-learn/
A social group for adults with disabilities (independent in personal care) , a diagnosis or undergoing a diagnosis, age 18+. Ticket cost includes a hot snack and a drink (direct payments are accepted). A tuck shop will also be available priced between 20p and 30p or 5 items for £1. Come and join us for a couple of hours chill out time on a Friday evening. Socialise and make new friends. Facilities available include an XBox and wii, pool, football and table tennis tables and creative activities. We also have a karaoke, silent disco equipment and a safe and secure outdoor space. There will be no Feel Good Friday on 31st October 2025.
Instructions
Participants must be registered with Grace House. Please contact Grace House to register before booking the event.
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Twirly21s is a lovely continuation from our early development groups, designed specifically for children with Down syndrome aged 5 to 12.
These sessions are more than just a dance class; they provide a consistent space for parents and children to keep in touch, share experiences, and grow together. Our dancers focus on coordination, rhythm, and confidence in a fun, friendly environment.
Classes are delivered by Claire King, who has a wealth of experience working with young children with Down syndrome.
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When: Every Saturday
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Time: 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm
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Where: Footsteps Theatre School, Idle, BD10 8PY
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Cost: £2 donation on entry (Dancers are encouraged to pay at the door to help practice their independent money skills).