Shaftesbury Family Hub Network point (North Dorset locality)

Our groups restart week commencing 15 September 2025. Activities are free of charge, but donations are welcome. Follow us on Facebook for more information news, events and support.

Activities in Shaftesbury

Day	Time	Session
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 direct by calling 01202 443200 or email dhc.slt.queries@nhs.net
Tuesday 21 October, 4 November, 2 December	9:30am to 3pm	STARS (Sexual Trauma and Recovery Service) Free 1:1 support from STARS Dorset for adults who have been affected by sexual violence or want support around consent, sex, or relationships. For more information email kyra.reid@starsdorset.org or visit www.starsdorset.org Drop in.
Wednesday	10am to 11:30am	Learning Together for 0 to 5’s A play-based group focusing on social interaction and school readiness, including language and speech development. Drop in.
Thursday For 8 weeks starting on 16 October	10.30am to 11.15am	Babigloo (new) Child focused and non-verbal interactive music sessions for babies age 0 to 12 months, exploring different types of music from modern to classical. It's a sensory and immersive experience. Booking essential.
Friday Starting from 26 September	10am to 11:30am	Messy & More (new) for 0 to 5’s Sensory and creative fun for growing minds and busy hands. Come dressed for mess! Drop in.
Friday	1:30pm to 3pm	FAB Breastfeeding Drop in All pregnant or breastfeeding mums & families welcome. Meet other mums and chat with trained peer supporters. Drop in.

Contact us

Some dates may change at short notice so please check before attending. All groups and courses must be booked in advance, except drop ins, or where stated. You can contact us by emailing us.