Welcome to Abingdon Carousel! We’re a vibrant community hub with a focus on families with children aged 0-5.
Join us for a variety of fun and engaging activities, from creative play sessions and storytime to family-friendly events and support groups.
Our warm and friendly space is perfect for little ones to learn, explore, and make new friends, while parents can connect and find support. Come and be a part of our lively community – we can’t wait to welcome you and your family!
Our weekly drop-in sessions run TERM TIME only (Saturday Club 45/52 weeks) as follows:
| DAY & TIME: | SESSION: | SUITABLE FOR: |
|---|---|---|
| Mondays – 9.30am to 11am | Crawlers and Explorers | Moving babies, non-confident walkers |
| Monday – 12.45pm to 2pm* | Sensory Play for Babies* | Non-movers* |
| Tuesdays – 9.30am to 11am | Stay and Play | 0-4 years old |
| Tuesdays – 1pm to 2.30pm | Baby Group | Non-movers |
| Thursdays – 9.30am to 11am | Stay and Play | 0-4 years old |
| Fridays – 9.30am to 11am | Stay and Play | 0-4 years old |
| Saturdays – 9.30am to 11.45am* | S-Club: Breakfast and activities* | Families with children aged 0 to 10* |
| Saturdays (Monthly) – 1.30pm to 3.30pm* | SEND Play Session* | Families with children and young people with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities up to 19 years old (siblings welcome)* |
🌈 Sensory Play for Babies is back!
The first session is Monday 7 September, 12.45–2pm — with just 10 baby spaces, so make sure you book yours in advance.
👶 For non-moving babies only
🎟️ Booking essential: abingdoncarousel.org.uk/bookings
💛 Suggested donation: £2 (cash or card on the day)
If the session is already full when you book, your confirmation email will let you know you’re on the waiting list, and you’ll be contacted by email if a space becomes available.
See you for some sensory squishing, exploring and discovering! ✨ ... See MoreSee Less
A huge thank you to Charlie, Ally and the amazing Jewson team in Abingdon for supporting us and providing materials to help us create our outdoor nature space! 🌿💚
It’s still very much a work in progress, but we’re so grateful for your generosity and support in helping us bring this space to life. We can’t wait to see where it goes! 🪴🪵🌱
Thank you for helping us create something really special the children in the community will soon have endless fun exploring. ❤️ ... See MoreSee Less
Make Your Saturday Easy
Let us take care of Saturday morning.
Join us for breakfast, crafts and play in a friendly space for families with children up to age 10.
📲 Book your place in under a minute:
abingdoncarousel.org.uk/bookings
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