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Weekly Events

These events run every week across Torbay.

Thriving Child

January 5, 2026 (Monday)
10:00 am - 11:30 am

Upton Vale Baptist Church, Torquay, TQ1 3HY

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.

Torbay Small Steps Group

    Torbay Small Steps Group

    January 5, 2026 (Monday)
    10:45 am - 11:45 am

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

    The Torbay Portage Service would like to offer parents and their pre-school children with additional needs an opportunity to attend a small parent and child group. It will take place each week and will be run by two Portage home visitors.

    The aims of the groups are:

    • To give parents opportunities to meet one another and the Portage Home Visitors.
    • For parents to be able to ask questions and share support ideas.
    • For children to be able to experience accessible play and learning experiences within a small group.
    • For staff members to share play and learning ideas to meet young children’s needs.

    Feed and Nurture Group

    January 5, 2026 (Monday)
    12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

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

    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).

    Drop-in Energy Advice Clinic

    January 6, 2026 (Tuesday)
    10:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Parkfield House, Paignton, TQ3 2NH

    Is it hard to heat your home?

    Do you have difficulty paying your energy bills?

    You can drop in to the Energy Advice Clinic!

     

    Energy Advice Centre

    Parkfield House, 38 Esplanade Road, Paignton, TQ3 2NH

     

    Every Tuesday, 10am – 3pm

    Understanding Your Child - Solihull Approach - Week 1

    January 6, 2026 (Tuesday)
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Pendennis Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 7QR

    Understanding Your Child – Solihull Approach
    10-week course starting on 6th of January from 10am-12pm.
    (Please note that there is no session on 17th February due to half-term).
    We may cover topics including:
    – Feelings
    – Importance of Play
    – Effective Communication
    – Developmental Needs
    – Challenging Behaviour
    – Sleep
    Understanding Your Child is a course for all parents, grandparents and carers of children aged 6 months to 6 years.
    To book a place, please contact:
    Andrew Wright: andrew.wright@torbay.gov.uk – 07776 495028
    Or
    Gabrielle Dale: gabrielle.dale@actionforchildren.org.uk – 07866 997870

    Breathing Space Service - Drop-In Sessions for Birth Parents

    January 6, 2026 (Tuesday)
    11:00 am - 1:00 pm

    A drop in session for parents who have experienced the removal of a child(ren) from their care, through court proceedings. Information, advice and support available.

    If you have experienced child removal, come and meet the team.

    An informal weekly drop in where you can have a cuppa, ask any questions, get help with form filling and phone calls and get advice and support.

    When: Every Tuesday – 11am-1pm

    Where: First Floor, Zig-Zags, 32 Market Street, Torquay

    (Ring the bell when you arrive and we will come and meet you)

    How to reach us outside of drop-in sessions:

    Email the team: breathing.space.service@torbay.gov.uk

    TorBaby Antenatal (Paignton - Week 1)

    January 6, 2026 (Tuesday)
    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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

    TorBaby Antenatal:

     

    For Antenatal Mums 20+ weeks and their birth partners who live in Torbay.

     

    The sessions cover:

    – Helping your baby and you through pregnancy and birth.

    – Getting to know your baby in the womb.

    – You, your baby and the stages of labour.

    – Helping you and your baby through labour and birth.

    – Feeding your baby.

    – Practical session, bathing, holding baby, changing a nappy and more.

     

    Click the booking link below to find a date and location.

    5 weekly sessions for you and your birth partner, alternating monthly between our Torquay and Paignton Family Hubs.

     

    Interested in attending?

    Book via the link: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/89774

    Baby Weigh In Clinic

      Baby Weigh In Clinic

      January 7, 2026 (Wednesday)
      9:30 am - 11:30 am

      Paignton Library, Great Western Road, Paignton, Torbay, TQ4 5AG

      This is a drop in Well Baby clinic run by our 0 to 19 Torbay health visiting team and takes place every Wednesday, 9:30am-11:30am.

      Little Explorers

      January 7, 2026 (Wednesday)
      10:00 am - 11:30 am

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

      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.

      PEEP

        PEEP

        January 7, 2026 (Wednesday)
        10:00 am - 12:00 pm

        Pendennis Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 7QR

        What is PEEP?

        Peep supports all parents and carers with children from pregnancy to school, in encouraging their child’s learning and development. You can make a real difference just by talking, playing, singing and sharing books together. Come along – you can your baby or child can make friends, share ideas and activities, and have fun…

        In the group you will get

        • a warm welcome and meet other parents and children
        • tips and activity ideas for things to do in the group and at home
        • singing and stories
        • tips on supporting your child’s learning

        They’re all free or low-cost, and easy to fit into day-to-day life, and they’ll all help your baby or child’s learning.

        Where:

        The Windmill Centre, Pendennis Road, Torquay, TQ2 7QR

        When:

        Every Wednesday, 10am – 12pm.
        No need to book, just drop in.

        More information:

        For more information, please visit www.people.org.uk/parentsarea

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