What's on at Ashford family hubs

Here are the activities happening between 23 July and 27 August.  Activities are free and happen every week unless we say otherwise.

Ashford North Family Hub

For information on opening times, address and contact details visit the Ashford North Family Hub page.

When booking let us know of any allergies or accessibility needs.

ActivityDayTimeDescription
Compass Garden Group
  • Tuesday 23 July
  • Tuesday 30 July
  • Tuesday 6 August
  • Tuesday 12 August
  • Wednesday 21 August
  • Wednesday 28 August
10am to 2pm

Invite only.

These summer gardening sessions are for young people aged 11 to 19-year-olds who access our term time Compass groups. The groups aim to support young people’s emotional wellbeing and resilience in a calm environment.

For more information email ashfordfamilyhubs@kent.gov.uk.

Rye Treasure Hunt (by train)Thursday 1 August10am to 4pm

For 11 to 19-year-olds who are in receipt of Free School Meals.

Young people must have a consent form completed by a parent or a carer to attend each activity booked.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities.

To book call 03000 41 75 67.

Active FundayWednesday 7 August11am to 3pm

For 11 to 19-year-olds. Up to 25-years-old if your young person has special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

For young people who are in receipt of free school meals.

Young people must have a consent form completed by a parent or a carer to attend each activity booked.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities.

To book call 03000 41 75 67.

VR CentreWednesday 14 August11am to 1pm or 12pm to 2pm

For 11 to 19-year-olds who are in receipt of Free School Meals.

The event will be held at VR Centre Ashford, Unit 2 Elwick Place TN23 1AX.

Young people must have a consent form completed by a parent or a carer to attend each activity booked.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities.

To book call 03000 41 75 67.

Cooking TogetherMonday 19 August10am to 2pm

For the whole family.

For children who are in receipt of free school meals.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities.

To book call 03000 41 75 67.

Preparing for ParenthoodTuesday 20 and 27 August4:15pm to 5:45pm

A friendly relaxed 5-week group for expectant parents from 25 weeks. Offering advice around child development, attachment and bonding and an opportunity to meet other expectant parents.

To book call 03000 41 88 00.

Warren WoodsThursday 22 August11:30am to 3pm

For ages 11 to 19-years-old who are in receipt of free school meals.

The event will be held at Warren Woods, Warren Lane TN25 4DT.

Young people must have a consent form completed by a parent or a carer to attend each activity booked.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities.

To book call 03000 41 75 67.

Street DanceFriday 23 August10am to 12:30pm
or 1:30pm to 3pm

For ages 3 to 19-year-olds who are in receipt of free school meals.

0 to 11-year-olds must be accompanied by an adult when attending all activities.

11 to 19-year-olds must have a consent form completed by a parent or a carer to attend each activity booked.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities.

To book call 03000 41 75 67.

Bockhanger Family Hub

For information on opening times, address and contact details visit the Bockhanger Family Hub page.

When booking you must let us know of any allergies or accessibility needs.

ActivityDayTimeDescription
Outdoor sports and games with Kent Adult EducationTuesday 30 July10am to 1pm

For ages 3 to 11-years-old who are in receipt of free school meals.

Children must be accompanied by an adult when attending all activities.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities.

To book call 03000 41 86 00.

Family Games at John Wesley ParkFriday 9 August10:30am to 2:30pm

For the whole family.

For children who are in receipt of free school meals.

Children must be accompanied by an adult when attending all activities.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities. Lunch will be held at Singleton Environment Centre.

To book call 03000 41 86 00.

Tenterden Family Hub

For information on opening times, address and contact details visit the Tenterden Family Hub page.

ActivityDayTimeDescription
Talking Walk-inWednesday 31 July1pm to 2:30pm

For pre-school children only.

For families to bring their children to see a speech and language therapist without needing to complete a referral.

No booking required.

Circus Skills in the ParkThursday 15 August10am to 1pm

For the whole family.

For children who are in receipt of free school meals.

The event will be held at Tenterden Park, Recreation Ground Road, TN30 6RA.

Children must be accompanied by an adult when attending all activities.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities.

To book call 03000 41 88 00.

The Willow Family Hub

For information on opening times, address and contact details visit the The Willow Family Hub page.

When booking you must let us know of any allergies or accessibility needs.

ActivityDayTimeDescription
Baby Play (pre-walkers)
  • Tuesday 23 July
  • Tuesday 30 July
  • Tuesday 6 August
12:30pm to 2pmA group for pre-walkers, supporting your baby to make independent choices and respond to new experiences. Providing messy play,  sensory experiences, and new textures to investigate. Introducing different themes and ideas to support adult and child interaction.

No booking required.
Child Health ClinicsFriday9:30am to 12:30pm (last admission 12:15pm)

Come along with your child or baby to speak to one of the Health Visiting team for information, advice, and support, as well as any worries and concerns you have.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the end of the session.

For appointments, call the health visiting team 0300 123 3092.

Talking Walk-insThursday 1 August9:30am to 11am

For pre-school children only.

For families to bring their children to see a speech and language therapist without needing to complete a referral.

No booking required.

Stay and PlayTuesday 6 August9:30am to 11am

For 0 to 4-year-olds.

Enjoy free play activities to support your child’s development including active movement, singing and socialising.

To book:

Eat Well Spend Less RoadshowWednesday 7 August10am to 2pmThis event is being held at Singleton Village Hall, TN23 5LB.

No booking required.
Circus SkillsTuesday 13 August10am to 3pm

For ages 0 to 11-year-olds who are in receipt of free school meals.

Children must be accompanied by an adult when attending all activities.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities.

To book call 03000 41 88 00.

Introducing SolidsWednesday 14 August9:45am to 11am or 1:30pm to 2:30pm

To book call 03000 41 88 00.

Group Yoga SessionWednesday 14 August10:30am to 12:30pmFor under 25-year-olds.

No booking required.
Pond DippingFriday 16 August10am to 12pm or 1pm to 3pm

For ages 0 to 11-year-olds who are in receipt of free school meals.

Children must be accompanied by an adult when attending all activities.

The event takes place at Singleton Environment Centre Wesley School Road TN23 5LW

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities.

To book call 03000 41 88 00.

Waterside Family Hub

For information on opening times, address and contact details visit the Waterside Family Hub page.

ActivityDayTimeDescription
Child Health ClinicMondays12:30pm to 2:30pm (last admission 2:15pm)

Come along with your child or baby to speak to one of the Health Visiting team for information, advice, and support, as well as any worries and concerns you have.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the end of the session.

For appointments, call the health visiting team 0300 123 3092.

SEND Stay and PlayMonday 29 July and Monday 12 August10am to 11:30am

For 0 to 4-year-olds with special educational needs (SEND)

Enjoy free play activities to support your child’s development including active movement, singing and socialising.

Your child does not have to have a  diagnosis to attend.

No booking required.

Hula WorkshopThursday 1 August10am to 12pm or 1pm to 3pm

For ages 3 to 11-years-old who are in receipt of free school meals.

Children must be accompanied by an adult when attending all activities.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities. 

To book call 03000 41 87 00.

Cooking TogetherMonday 5 August10am to 2pm

For the whole family.

For children who are in receipt of free school meals.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities.

To book call 03000 41 87 00.

Imagine Soft Play CentreThursday 8 August10am to 12pm or 2pm to 4pm

For 3 to 11-year-olds for who are in receipt of free school meals.

Children must be accompanied by an adult when attending all activities.

The event will take place at Imagine Soft play Centre, 2a Brittania Lane TN23 3SU.

Food will be provided for all children and young people booked onto activities.

To book call 03000 41 87 00.

Talking Walk-inWednesday 21 August1pm to 2:30pm

For pre-school children only.

For families to bring their children to see a speech and language therapist without needing to complete a referral.

No booking required.