PLEASE NOTE THAT MANY DROP-IN CLASSES ARE CURRENTLY CANCELLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH COVID-19 GUIDANCE. PLEASE CHECK DIRECTLY WITH THE PROVIDER AS EVENTS MAY BE CANCELLED OR YOU MAY NEED TO BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE.
Some days you just need to get out of the house and get your little ones active so I have compiled a list of the daily drop in sessions for babies and toddlers in and around St Albans.
Not all sessions run during the school holidays and can sometimes be cancelled due to illness or events like elections so please do check with the provider before setting off to avoid disappointment.
There are also lots of fantastic Playgroups in the local area and you can find details for many of them here.
Mondays
Check out playgroups in and around St Albans or these fantastic drop-in classes:
Monday Mornings
Baby Yoga With Josie at 24 Salisbury Avenue, St Albans, AL1 4TU, 11.30am-12.30pm. Baby Yoga is for mums and their babies (6 weeks to walking). A special environment to have fun with your baby, relax and meet new people. Email info@yogawithjosie.co.uk for more information.
Down The Woods strongly believes that children love being outside and learn best outdoors. Join Down The Woods in the beautiful surroundings of Heartwood Forest on Monday mornings during term time, 10am-12noon for a forest school session with lots of games, fun activities and natural crafts in the forest. £5 per child (siblings under 18 months are free). For more information about forest school and the location of sessions email caroline.langley@downthewoods.org or book your place online.
Harpenden Sling Library and Harpenden Breastfeeding Support at Southdown Children’s Centre, Dark Lane, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1QB 10am to 11.45am.
Mini Moovers music and movement classes for children aged 6 months to 4 years old are held at Homewood Road United Reformed Church, Homewood Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 4BH. Join in the fun 10-10.30am.
Mummy and Mini Fit 11.00am at the Fitness First Studio above Wagamamas in Christopher Place, St Albans. Open to non-members of Fitness First. Sessions are open to all with young children, whether in buggies or not – the focus of the session is to have fun and get fitter with a smile. If you are new to the sessions please turn up 10 minutes early to complete medical and insurance forms. Pay as you go, £8 per session. For more information email Alice at ptalicefit@gmail.com.
Mummy Meet Ups take place once a month at Verdi’s Tratorria, 1a Clarence Park, St Albans, AL1 4NF from 10.30am to 12noon. Come along if you’re pregnant or caring for a baby or toddler. Louise from ‘Lou Antenatal’ is a qualified midwife and will be on hand to answer any pregnancy or baby related questions whilst you enjoy a cuppa. This terms dates are 20th January 2020. Email louise@louantenatal.com for more information.
Penny Waterman Ballet With Mum at Jersey Farm Community Centre, St Brelades Place, AL4 9RG. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 18 months to 3 years old, with a parent or carer, from 9.40am to 10.20am. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.80 on the door.
Penny Waterman Tots Ballet at Jersey Farm Community Centre, St Brelades Place, AL4 9RG at 10.30am to 11.10am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 3 to 4 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.80 on the door.
Rosie’s Rock and Rollers at St Mary’s Transept Hall, Hemel Hempstead Road, Redbourn, AL3 7NL, 9.30am great for babies and toddlers 9 months to 3 years old who love music, singing, games, puppets, instruments and fun!
Sarah’s Buggy Fit St Albans at Clarence Park, St Albans, AL1 4NF, 9.15-10am. Sessions are open to all women. You are welcome to bring babies and toddlers, however children must be in pushchairs or be able to social distance. If you are new to the sessions please turn up 10 minutes early to complete medical and insurance forms. Pay as you go £8 per session, or £40 for 6 classes (to be used within 2 months). For more information email Sarah at sarahyeubrey@yahoo.co.uk or call 07583 795136.
Monday Afternoons
Story Time at St Albans Central Library at 2.15pm ideal for pre-school children 2-4yrs old.
Tuesday
Check out playgroups in and around St Albans or these fantastic drop-in classes:
Tuesday Mornings
Baby Rhyme Time at St Albans Central Library, The Maltings sessions at 10.30am and again at 11.30am for babies under 2 years old.
Bestbeans sensory music class for 0-4 year olds at Trestle Arts Base at 11am. £8 per week, siblings £4 drop-in. For more info call Louisa on 07980 664324 or email lula.g@hotmail.co.uk
Fit Camp Wheathampstead & Harpenden at Batford Memorial Hall, 16 Tallents Crescent, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 5BW. Come along at 9.30am, bring your babies and toddlers along to fit camp! Suitable once you have had your 6 week check. £8 drop-in, or termly £7 per class. Email fitcampwheathampstead@gmail.com for more information.
Mums and Bums and Tums at One YMCA, 59 Russet Drive, St Albans, AL4 0DB 10.45am-11.40am a relaxed, indoor exercise class with a qualified postnatal instructor suitable for women with babies that are not yet crawling once you have had your 6 week check.
NCT Bumps & Babes at Skew Bridge Pub, Harpenden, AL5 1PQ at 10am-11.30am for parents and babies under 18 mths old.
Penny Waterman Tiny Tots Ballet at the Conservative Social Club, 57 Hatfield Road, St Albans, AL1 4JE at 9.30am to 10.10am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 2 and 3 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.80 on the door.
Sopwell and Cottonmill Toy Library at St Julian’s Church Hall, Abbot’s Avenue, St Albans, AL1 2HX 10am until 12 noon, as well as stay and play for under 5’s, with refreshments.
Tuesday Afternoons
Pregnancy Yoga With Josie at 24 Salisbury Avenue, St Albans, AL1 4TU, 12noon-1.15pm. Pregnancy Yoga is a fantastic way to stay strong and healthy during your pregnancy and a great way to prepare for the birth of your baby. During the class you will practice gentle stretching and strengthening exercises to help your body adapt physically to your growing baby. You will also practice breathing and relaxation techniques to stay calm and positive and ready for the birth. Email info@yogawithjosie.co.uk for more information.
Story Tent at Trestle Arts Base, Russet Drive, St Albans, AL4 0JQ at 1.30pm have occasional drop-in places but you do need to contact Kathryn on 07758 667 624 or email kathryn@kathrynholt.com to book your space in advance. Story Tent is a fun-filled hour of magical, professional storytelling and craft creation for preschool children aged 2-5 years old and their parent or carer.
Wednesday
Check out playgroups in and around St Albans or these fantastic drop-in classes:
Wednesday Mornings
Baby Yoga With Josie at 24 Salisbury Avenue, St Albans, AL1 4TU 10.45am-11.45am. Baby Yoga is for mums and their babies (6 weeks to walking). A special environment to have fun with your baby, relax and meet new people. Email info@yogawithjosie.co.uk for more information.
Mummy and Mini Fit 11.00am at the Fitness First Studio above Wagamamas in Christopher Place, St Albans. Open to non-members of Fitness First. Sessions are open to all with young children, whether in buggies or not – the focus of the session is to have fun and get fitter with a smile. If you are new to the sessions please turn up 10 minutes early to complete medical and insurance forms. Pay as you go, £8 per session. For more information email Alice at ptalicefit@gmail.com.
Penny Waterman Ballet With Mum at Harpenden Public Hall, Southdown Road, Harpenden, AL5 1PD at 10.10am to 10.50am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 18 months to 3 years old, with a parent or carer. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £75 per term or £7.80 on the door.
Penny Waterman Tots Ballet at Harpenden Public Hall, Southdown Road, Harpenden, AL5 1PD at 11am to 11.30am is a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 3 and 4 years old. £75 per term or £7.80 on the door.
Sing & Learn baby rhyme time at DJ’s Play Jungle, St Albans, 10.30am. Suitable for babies under 12 months old.
Story Tent at Trestle Arts Base, Russet Drive, St Albans, AL4 0JQ at 10.30am have occasional drop-in places but you do need to contact Kathryn on 07758 667 624 or email kathryn@kathrynholt.com to book your space in advance. Story Tent is a fun-filled hour of magical, professional storytelling and craft creation for preschool children aged 2-5 years old and their parent or carer.
Playgroup at St Luke’s Church, 46 Cell Barnes Lane, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5QJ from 9.30-11am welcomes parents, carers and children aged 0-4 years old. Relax and enjoy cosy surroundings at this friendly community playgroup. £2 per family.
Wednesday Afternoons
Story Tent at Trestle Arts Base, Russet Drive, St Albans, AL4 0JQ at 1.30pm have occasional drop-in places but you do need to contact Kathryn on 07758 667 624 or email kathryn@kathrynholt.com to book your space in advance. Story Tent is a fun-filled hour of magical, professional storytelling and craft creation for preschool children aged 2-5 years old and their parent or carer.
St Peter’s London Colney – Babies and Toddlers drop-in at St Peter’s Church Hall, Riverside, London Colney, Hertfordshire, AL2 1QA welcomes parents, carers, babies and toddlers for toys, refreshments, play and chat. Every Wednesday 1pm-3pm. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The group is free, a suggested donation of £1 per family is welcomed to cover the cost of refreshments.
Thursday
Check out playgroups in and around St Albans or these fantastic drop-in classes:
Thursday Mornings
Buggy Fitness 10-11am at Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre, St Albans, AL1 2DL. A full body work-out including squats, lunges, core and cardio. Babies can stay in their buggies or play in an area in the centre of the class. For more information email chrisdennis@everyoneactive.com
Play Street Messy Play at London Colney Scout Hut, Chicken Lane (off St Anne’s Road), St Albans, AL2 1NW at 10am to 12noon. Role play cafe for babies and children aged 0-4 years old and their parents/carers. £6 per child, £4 for siblings and children under 1 year are free.
Rhythm Time at Malting Arts Theatre, St Albans, AL1 3HL at 10.30-11am for toddlers and 11.15-11.45am for babies. Enjoy a fun and award-winning music class for babies and toddlers. Pay as you go rate is £7.65 per class. For more information email Carly at carlye@rtfg.co.uk
Sarah’s Buggy Fit St Albans at Clarence Park, St Albans, AL1 4NF, 9.15-10am. Sessions are open to all women. You are welcome to bring babies and toddlers, however children must be in pushchairs or be able to social distance. If you are new to the sessions please turn up 10 minutes early to complete medical and insurance forms. Pay as you go £8 per session, or £40 for 6 classes (to be used within 2 months). For more information email Sarah at sarahyeubrey@yahoo.co.uk or call 07583 795136.
Thursday Afternoons
Tots Tennis Indoor Drop-In, 1.30-2pm on the indoor tennis courts at Batchwood Sports Centre, Batchwood Drive, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5XA. Pay and play just £2.75 per child. Children must be supervised by a parent or carer at all times. Call Sus on 07900 496027 or email tennis.batchwood@1life.co.uk for more info.
SAADI Gymnastics Free Play Drop-In 1.30pm-3pm at Redbourn Recreation Centre, 75 Dunstable Road, Redbourn, Hertfordshire, AL3 7PP. A fun session for crawlers to 4 year olds, parents and carers to come and use the gymnastics equipment. Children must be supervised at all times. You’ll find soft play equipment, gymnastic equipment, ball pit, ride-ons, tunnels and more! £3 per child. Call 07876 258115 for more information or email admin@saadirecclub.org
Story Time at Marshalswick Library, St Albans at 2.15pm ideal for pre-school children 2-4yrs old.
Friday
Check out playgroups in and around St Albans or these fantastic drop-in classes:
Friday Mornings
Fit Camp Wheathampstead & Harpenden at The Harpenden Trust Centre, Southdown Road, Hertfordshire, AL5 1PS. Come along at 9.30am, bring your babies and toddlers along to fit camp! Suitable once you have had your 6 week check.£8 drop-in, or termly £7 per class. Email fitcampwheathampstead@gmail.com for more information.
Mummy and Mini Fit 11.00am at the Fitness First Studio above Wagamamas in Christopher Place, St Albans. Open to non-members of Fitness First. Sessions are open to all with young children, whether in buggies or not – the focus of the session is to have fun and get fitter with a smile. If you are new to the sessions please turn up 10 minutes early to complete medical and insurance forms. Pay as you go, £8 per session. For more information email Alice at ptalicefit@gmail.com.
Penny Waterman Ballet With Mum at St Julian’s Church Hall, Abbott’s Avenue, off Cottonmill Lane, St Albans, AL1 2HX at 9.15am to 9.50am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 18 months to 4 years old, with a parent or carer. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.80 on the door.
Play Street Cafe at St Stephen’s Church, 14 Watling Street, St Albans, AL1 2PX at 10-11.30am. Role play cafe for babies and children aged 0-4 years old and their parents/carers. £6 per child, £4 for siblings and children under 1 year are free. Teas and coffees included.
Rhythm Time at Welwyn Garden City Library, Welwyn, AL8 6AJ at 10.15-10.45am for toddlers and 10.45-11.15am for babies. Enjoy a fun and award-winning music class for babies and toddlers. Pay as you go rate is £7.65 per class. For more information email Carly at carlye@rtfg.co.uk.
Rhythm Time at the High Street Methodist Church, Harpenden, AL5 2RU at 10-10.30am for toddlers and 10.45-11.15am for babies. Enjoy a fun and award-winning music class for babies and toddlers. Pay as you go rate is £7.65 per class. For more information email Carly at carlye@rtfg.co.uk.
SAADI Gymnastics Free Play Drop-In 9.30-11am at Redbourn Recreation Centre, 75 Dunstable Road, Redbourn, Hertfordshire, AL3 7PP. A fun session for crawlers to 4 year olds, parents and carers to come and use the gymnastics equipment. Children must be supervised at all times. You’ll find soft play equipment, gymnastic equipment, ball pit, ride-ons, tunnels and more! £3 per child. Call 07876 258115 for more information or email admin@saadirecclub.org
Friday Afternoons
There are currently no drop-in sessions listed for Friday afternoons.
Saturday
Clwb Cadw at Redbourn Village Hall, 10am to 12pm on the third Saturday of every month. A playgroup for Welsh speaking families in Hertfordshire. Please join the Facebook group for information on the next meeting.
Little Greek Talkers at Hilldyke Community Centre, Wheathampstead or Sandridge Village Hall, Sandridge 10.30 to 11.30am. A playgroup for Greek families in Hertfordshire that meets once a month on either Saturday or Sunday. Please join the Facebook group for information on days and locations.
Penny Waterman Ballet With Mum at the Jubilee Centre, Catherine Street, St Albans, AL3 5BU at 9.10am to 9.50am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 18 months to 3 years old, with a parent or carer. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.80 on the door.
Penny Waterman Tiny Tots Ballet at the Jubilee Centre, Catherine Street, St Albans, AL3 5BU at 10.00am to 10.40am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 2 and 3 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.80 on the door.
Penny Waterman Tots Ballet at the Jubilee Centre, Catherine Street, St Albans, AL3 5BU at 10.50am to 11.30am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 3 and 4 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.80 on the door.
Penny Waterman Junior Ballet at the Jubilee Centre, Catherine Street, St Albans, AL3 5BU at 11.40am to 12.20pm. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 4-6 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.80 on the door.
Penny Waterman Ballet With Mum at St Mary’s Church Hall, Kinsbourne Green, Harpenden, AL5 3QE (next to The Fox pub) at 10.20am to 11am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 18 months to 3 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.80 on the door.
Penny Waterman Tots Ballet at the St Mary’s Church Hall, Kinsbourne Green, Harpenden, AL5 3QE (next to The Fox pub) at 11.10am to 11.50am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 4 and 6 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.80 on the door.