Blandford Family Hub Network Point

Our groups have now finished for the summer holidays and will restart week commencing 8 September 2025. Follow us on Facebook for more information, news, events and support.

Activities in Blandford
Day	Time	Activity
Monday	9:30am to 11:30am	NHS Speech Therapy Early Advice For parents/carers concerned about their child's language or speech development. Ready S.T.E.A.D.I Chat is held fortnightly all year with a Speech Therapist. For children up to school age. Book an appointment directly by calling 01202 443200 or emailing dhc.slt.queries@nhs.net. This is not a drop-in.
Tuesday	10am to 11.30 am	Learning Together for 0 to 5's A play-based group focusing on social interaction and school readiness, including language and speech development. Booking essential.
Wednesday	10am to 11.30 am	Buggy Walk Walk and talk in our beautiful countryside with other parents. Homestart support worker available. Meet at Station Court car park DT11 7QN. Drop in.
Wednesday	10am to 11:30am	Baby Massage for 0 to 1's non movers If you’re struggling to bond with your baby, had a difficult birth or have post natal depression, Baby Massage can help to strengthen the bond. Booking essential.
Wednesday	Session 1: 12:30pm Session 2: 1:30pm Session 3: 2:30pm	Sensory Tent hire for 0 to 8's who have Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) A relaxing but stimulating environment where your child can explore bubble tubes, lights, mirrors and sounds. 4 adults/child per session. Booking essential.
Thursday	10am to 11:30am	Baby and Me A baby’s first year is full of adventures and challenges. Meet other parents and babies and over 6 weeks, learn practical ideas to support you and your baby to feel confident. Booking essential.

Contact us

Some dates may change at short notice, please check before attending. Most groups are drop-ins. Where places need to be booked in advance, please email us: