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Weekly Events

These events run every week across Torbay.

Feed and Nurture Group

November 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

The Barn, Brixham Enterprise Estate, Rea Barn, Brixham, TQ5 9DF

Join Us for:

  • Support and Information: Our trained Infant Feeding peer supporters are here to help you.
  • Social Interaction: Connect with other parents and share experiences.
  • For All Ages: Whether you’re expecting a baby or have a little one, this group is for you.
  • No Booking Required: Just drop in and feel welcome!

Every Wednesday at The Beehive Family Hub.

For more information, please go to Baby feeding group – Family Hub (torbayfamilyhub.org.uk).

Thriving Child

November 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

The Beehive Family Hub, Bishops Place, Paignton, TQ3 3DZ

A welcoming group where children aged 0-5 years can experience fun activities which help their physical and mental wellbeing.

No need to book, just drop in.

Click here for more information

Housing and Cost of Living Surgeries

    Housing and Cost of Living Surgeries

    November 20, 2025 (Thursday)
    9:00 am - 12:00 pm

    The Beehive Family Hub, Bishops Place, Paignton, TQ3 3DZ

    Need advice with benefits, housing or finances?

    Please attend one of our Housing and Cost of Living Surgeries running from family hubs across Torbay where you can speak to a Benefits Adviser and Housing Officer.

    Booking needed!

    Surgeries are held once a month with appointments available at the following times, so please book the date and time that suits you.

    • 9:00 – 9:30
    • 9:30 – 10:00
    • 10:00 – 10:30
    • 10:30 – 11:00
    • 11:00 – 11:30
    • 11:30 – 12:00

    To see the diary pages and make a booking click here.   Select the location you prefer (Torquay, Paignton or Brixham) to see the dates and times available.  Please note that Brixham bookings will be a telephone call and not a face-to-face appointment.

    If you are unable to attend your booking, please cancel your appointment to allow us to assist other families.

    For more information, please click here.

    Portage Workshop - A Small Steps Approach to Learning for Children with SEN

    November 20, 2025 (Thursday)
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

    Town Hall, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3DT

    • Early Years
    • Foster Carer
    • Parenting
    • SEND

    Session 1/3

    This is a certificated training course delivered by National Portage Association Accredited Trainers.  You will need to attend all the sessions to meet the standards.

    The Portage Workshop is an introduction to the Portage Approach to working with children with additional needs and their families. The workshop is suitable for anyone interested in finding out more about the Portage model, including early years practitioners, therapists and parents.  The NPA has set standards for minimum workshop content and length.

    Target Audience: Early Years Practitioners, SENCOs, Parents/carers

    Speech and Language Therapy Service Online - Drop in sessions for advice and support

      Speech and Language Therapy Service Online - Drop in sessions for advice and support

      November 20, 2025 (Thursday)
      9:30 am - 11:30 am

      A virtual 10 minute drop-in for parents of children 3 and under and professionals who are concerned about their speech, language, and communication development.

      All families will be given advice and/or ideas to try at home.

       

      How to log in?

      • Log on to https://england.nhs.attendanywhere.com
      • The therapist will see that you are in the waiting area and will join the video room when they are ready.
      • Please be aware there may be a wait for you to be seen dependent on the number of people trying to access the drop-in at a time.

       

      For information on dates and times, please go to our What’s On Page: Torbay Online Family Hub – Home – Family Hub

      Little Explorers

      November 20, 2025 (Thursday)
      10:00 am - 11:30 am

      St. Edmunds Family Hub, Victoria Park Rd, Torquay, TQ1 3QH, Devon

      The themes of the group during term times will change weekly, with this order being followed:
      1. Exploratory Play
      2. Physical Fun
      3. Messy Play
      4. Explore a Story
      5. Yoga

      No need to book, just drop in.

      This session is aimed at children aged 1 and over.

      During the school holidays, we will run one these sessions within the community.

      We would love to hear some feedback on your experiences of the new group. When you attend, please speak to a member of staff to share your thoughts.

      Portage Workshop - A Small Steps Approach to Learning for Children with SEN

      November 21, 2025 (Friday)
      9:00 am - 4:00 pm

      Town Hall, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3DT

      • Early Years
      • Foster Carer
      • Parenting
      • SEND

      Session 2/3

      This is a certificated training course delivered by National Portage Association Accredited Trainers.  You will need to attend all the sessions to meet the standards.

      The Portage Workshop is an introduction to the Portage Approach to working with children with additional needs and their families. The workshop is suitable for anyone interested in finding out more about the Portage model, including early years practitioners, therapists and parents.  The NPA has set standards for minimum workshop content and length.

      Target Audience: Early Years Practitioners, SENCOs, Parents/carers

      Understanding Your Child - Solihull Approach

      November 21, 2025 (Friday)
      9:30 am - 11:30 am

      Parkfield House, Paignton, TQ3 2NH

      Understanding Your Child – Solihull Approach

      10 week course starting on 26th September, running on Fridays from 9:30am – 11:30am at Parkfield House, Paignton, TQ3 2NH.

      This is a course for all parents, grandparents and carers of children aged 6 months to 6 years, covering topics such as:
      – Feelings
      – Importance of Play
      – Effective Communication
      – Developmental Needs
      – Challenging Behaviour
      – Sleep

      To book a place, please contact Andrew Wright (Andrew.wright@torbay.gov.uk, 07776495028) or Kate Smith (kate.smith@torbay.gov.uk, 07919218400).

      Little Explorers

      November 21, 2025 (Friday)
      9:45 am - 11:15 am

      The Beehive Family Hub, Bishops Place, Paignton, TQ3 3DZ

      The themes of the group during term times will change weekly, with this order being followed:
      1. Exploratory Play
      2. Physical Fun
      3. Messy Play
      4. Explore a Story
      5. Yoga

      No need to book, just drop in.

      This session is aimed at children aged 1 and over.

      During the school holidays, we will run one these sessions within the community.

      We would love to hear some feedback on your experiences of the new group. When you attend, please speak to a member of staff to share your thoughts.

      Baby Weigh In Clinic

      November 21, 2025 (Friday)
      10:00 am - 11:30 am

      The Barn, Brixham Enterprise Estate, Rea Barn, Brixham, TQ5 9DF

      This is a drop in Well Baby clinic run by our 0 to 19 Torbay health visiting team and takes place every Friday, 10am – 11:30am.

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