What's on - March - Cumberland Family Hubs

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Cumberland Family Hubs

Cumberland Family Hubs - March

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New spring timetables available

Spring family timetable

Pop into your local Family Hub to pick up the new spring timetable. You can also look online to find activities and download the timetable. All groups and sessions are free. You don’t need to book unless stated. 

World Book Day - 5 March 

World Book day logo

Look out for World Book Day tokens appearing in your child's school or nursery bag. 

Your child can use the token to pick up one of the specially released books for free. Find out more about the books available this year on the World Book day website.  

Join World Book Day themed sessions at Family Hubs near you

Baby sits in box next to the book Whatever Next, the cover of the book shows a bear in a cardboard box

Join us next week, from Monday 2 March to Friday 6 March, for Little Learners and Toddler Tales sessions celebrating World Book Day with a special book‑themed twist. We’ll be enjoying family favourite stories, sharing books together and exploring the benefits of reading with young children. There’s no need for costumes or spending money, just come along and enjoy stories together. Find your nearest session at your local Family Hub, Little Learners and Toddler Tales. 

Funded Easter fun through the Holiday Activity and Food programme

If your child receives means-tested free school meals, they’re eligible for the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme – packed with exciting activities and a free meal included each day. Check if you are eligible: Holiday activities and food (HAF) programme | Cumberland Family Hubs

HAF is fully funded by the Department for Education(DfE). Register your interest for HAF sessions | EEQU  to get an alert as soon as they are available to book. Booking opens Tuesday 3 March at 8am.

Dip into bitesize learning

Here for Big Feelings

Parenting can feel full‑on, so having the right support helps. Togetherness offers free, easy online courses you can dip into whenever it suits you. 

There’s no pressure and no long sessions . You can browse, learn and revisit lessons in your own time. To get started, simply visit the Togetherness website and use the access code: WORDSWORTH.

Volunteer at your local Family Hub

If you’d like to give back to your community, volunteering with Cumberland Family Hubs is a great way to make a difference. If you’re warm, welcoming and can spare a little time, you can help support children, young people and families.

Volunteering is rewarding. You’ll build confidence, gain experience and learn new skills while having a positive impact locally.

If you’re interested in getting involved, we’d love to hear from you. Contact familyhubsvolunteers@cumberland.gov.uk to find out more. 

Become a parent and carer champion

Would you like to shape support for local families? Become a Parent and Carer Champion and share ideas and feedback to directly influence the design of services. 

Drop in to find out more:

  • Monday 9 March, 1 pm at Family Hub on the Border, Longtown 
  • Wednesday 11 March, 1 pm Family Hub on the Harbour, Whitehaven

More dates and locations to follow. Email parentandcarerchampions@cumberland.gov.uk for more information. 

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New sensory room available at Westfield Family Hub, Workington

To book a visit please email familyhubs2@cumberland.gov.uk, call 01900 706140 or chat to the team. It is available Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9.30 am - 4.30 pm. 

It is completely free to book and use. Chat to the team about how to use the equipment with your baby or child. Find other sensory rooms and how to book on the Cumberland Family Hubs website. 

Meet up with friends and their little ones at Play Space

Finding somewhere child‑friendly to meet friends isn’t always easy, especially when you want space for little ones to play too. Play Space sessions make it simple.

Play Space is a free, relaxed drop‑in session where children aged 0–5 can play together while you enjoy a catch‑up with other parents. There’s plenty to keep little ones busy, giving you the chance to chat and connect.

Wednesdays at 1:30pm to 2:30pm and Thursdays at 9:30am to 11:30am

Mondays at 1:30pm to 3:30pm and Fridays at 9:30am to 11:30am

Tuesdays at 1pm to 3pm and Fridays at 9:30am to 11:30am

Mondays at 10am to 11:30am

Fridays at 1pm to 2:30pm

Thursdays at 1pm to 3pm

Tuesdays at 1:30pm to 2:30pm

Mondays at 1pm to 3pm