Groups in the North Dorset Locality take place during term time only. They are all free, but donations are always welcome. Follow us on Facebook for more information news, events and support.

Activities in Sherborne

Day Time Session
Tuesday 10am to 11:30am Breastfeeding group
Support from pregnancy through to natural term weaning from the Breastfeeding Network. Meet and chat with other mums. Drop in or email [email protected]
Tuesday

1pm to 2pm

Music & More for under 2 year olds
Fun activities to support brain development and social skills. Be immersed in a world of sound and communication with your little one by exploring our musical playgrounds.  

Email us with your phone number to book a place [email protected].  This group will start again on 2 June.

Wednesday 10am to midday NHS Toddler & Baby Development Reviews
With Health Visitors, Public Health Staff Nurses and Community Nursery Nurses. To make an appointment book direct by calling 01305 361071. This is not a drop in.
Thursday 10am to11:30am

Baby Massage 0 to 6 months
If you’d like help to strengthen the connection with your little one and support your own wellbeing, if you’ve had a difficult birth or are new parents and would like to improve your mental health, baby massage can help. You can refer yourself or speak to your Health Visitor or other professional and ask for a referral if you need support with any of these issues. Booking essential. Family Hub Group.

Email [email protected] with your phone number for more details.

Friday 9:30am to 11:30am 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 on the 4th Friday each month. For children up to school age. Book direct by calling 01202 443200 or email [email protected]. This is not a 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 [email protected].

Sherborne Family Hub Network Point contact

Email: [email protected]
Tel: 01258 474036
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Foodbanks in the North Dorset area

Find foodbanks on our Family Information Directory in:

You can find an up to date list of foodbanks on the Help and Kindness website

Contacts

If you're worried about the immediate safety of a child or young person contact us:

Family Support and Advice Line

Tel: 01305 228558
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North Dorset locality

Email: [email protected]
Tel: 01258474036
Full contact details