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Weekly Events

These events run every week across Torbay.

Drop-in Energy Advice Clinic

October 28, 2025 (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

Breathing Space Service - Drop-In Sessions for Birth Parents

October 28, 2025 (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

Help Family Practitioners Help Parents: Let's Talk About Money Workshops

    Help Family Practitioners Help Parents: Let's Talk About Money Workshops

    October 28, 2025 (Tuesday)
    1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

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

    Help Family Practitioners Help Parents: Let’s Talk About Money Workshops

    Can you help us?

    We would love parents to help us improve training for Family Practitioners on how to talk to parents about money and give the right support. We will be running 3 workshops in Paignton and Torquay where you can help improve support for families in Torbay.

    Other Workshops:

    Monday November 3rd – 1-2:30pm at The Beehive, Paignton.

    Thursday December 11th – 12-1:30pm at The Beehive, Paignton.

    Sign up here.

    Workshop Details:

    • Held at your local Family Hub in a private, comfortable space.
    • Run by two researchers from the University of Exeter.
    • A creche will be provided by Family Hub staff.
    • Light refreshments will be available.
    • As a thank you for your time, you will receive a £30 voucher.
    Baby Weigh In Clinic

      Baby Weigh In Clinic

      October 29, 2025 (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.

      PEEP

        PEEP

        October 29, 2025 (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

        Feed and Nurture Group

        October 29, 2025 (Wednesday)
        10:30 am - 12:00 pm

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

        • Drop In
        • Free
        • infant feeding

        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).

        Bounce and Rhyme

        October 29, 2025 (Wednesday)
        11:00 am - 12:00 pm

        Torquay Library, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 3DT

        Bounce & Rhyme Wednesdays 11am at Torquay Library. A free event which encourages parents, grandparents, carers and guardians to meet at the library and spend time with others. Babies and adults join in with singing favourite nursery rhymes, using language and musical instruments plus sensory toys to help with their development.

        Book in advance via Torquay Library on 01803 714452 or email Torquay.Library@librariesunlimited.org.uk

        Feed and Nurture Group

        October 29, 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

        October 29, 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

        Alice In Wonderland Tea Party

        October 29, 2025 (Wednesday)
        2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

        Torquay Library, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 3DT

        “Take some more tea,” said the March Hare.
        “I’ve had nothing yet,” replied Alice…
        Step through the looking glass and join us for a whimsical Alice in Wonderland–themed tea party as we celebrate 100 years of our Children’s Library.
         
        Enjoy a magical afternoon with finger food, tea, soft drinks, and Wonderland-inspired activities for all ages.
        For adults and children (all children must be accompanied by an adult). Minimum age for children is 3 years old.
         
        £3.50 per person (including accompanying adults).
        There are limited places so pre-booking is essential. Places are only secured with payment and booking closes at 4pm on Saturday 25th October.
        You can book via 01803 714452 and pay over the phone, or in person in Torquay Library.
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