Any parent or carer with little ones to entertain will know how parent and toddler groups can help to keep your sanity. An opportunity for little ones to play while adults can have a proper conversation. We’ve listed all the Parent, Baby and Toddler Groups in and around Cowbridge & Bridgend and the surrounding areas. There are lots of lovely ones to try. Thanks to everyone that contributed to the list with their favourites. If we’ve missed any, let us know in the comments below and we will add them to the list.
Cowbridge Parent, Baby & Toddler Groups
Parent and Toddler Group, Llanblethian
The Llanblethian Group is a fun and friendly group for parents to bring their babies and toddlers. It is a safe environment for the children to play and has a great selection of toys and crafts. They also end the session with a fun sing along of nursery songs.
Cost: £2 per family per session which includes refreshments for parents and toddlers.
When: Mondays 9.30 – 11.00 a.m. during term time. For more information visit
Location: Llanblethian Village Hall, Llanblethian, Cowbridge
Colwinston Parent, Baby and Toddler Group
A friendly and relaxed toddler group set in a huge village hall giving plenty of room for little ones to play. There is a baby zone and separate toys for toddlers including crafts, jigsaws and dressing-up.
At snack time the little ones are encouraged to sit at a toddler table and have a bowl of healthy snacks with some treats thrown in. For more information visit the website
Cost: £2.00 per family. This includes tea or coffee and cake and a snack bowl for toddlers.
When: Thursdays during term time – 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. For more information visit their website
Location: Colwinston Village Hall, Colwinston
Bridgend Parent, Baby and Toddler Groups
Pencoed Parent, Baby and Toddler Group
Plenty of toys to keep the little ones entertained while mums, dads, carers or grandparents enjoy a cuppa and biscuit.
Cost: £3.00 per family. 50p per extra sibling. This includes tea or coffee and snacks for toddlers.
When: Mondays 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. For more information visit their website
Location: St Davids Church Hall, Pencoed
Fingers and Thumbs Parents and Toddler Group, Coity
There are a variety of toys and equipment for the children to explore and play with. They also have a variety of speakers visiting the group to talk about subjects that may interest parents or carers of little ones.
They also operate on some days during the Summer holidays, but it is always best to check with them directly for out of term time sessions. For more information visit their website
Cost: £2.50 per family which includes refreshments
When: Tuesdays afternoons – 12:45 – 2:45 p.m.
Location: St. Mary’s Church Hall, School Road, Coity, Bridgend CF35 6BL
Cylch ti a fi Tabernacle
A bilingual group welcoming babies and toddlers up to four years old. It runs over a lunch time so you can take your sandwiches with you. They also have tea and coffee and fruit snacks.
There are plenty of toys, crafts and a sing song at the end of every meeting. Contact cylchmeithrintabernacle@gmail.com for more information
Cost: £1.30 per child, with 3rd + at 60p each, this includes refreshments
When: Tuesdays afternoons – 12:45 – 2:15 p.m.
Location: Tabernacle Church, Elder Lane, Bridgend CF31 0LH
Buzz, Cefn Cribwr
A relaxing and fun environment for parents and little ones aged 0-3 yrs to play and hang out. It has a sensory room, story corner, bouncy castle and messy play area.
See their website and facebook page for more information
Cost: £3.00
When: Mondays 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Bethlehem Church Life Centre, Cefn Road, Cefn Cribwr, Bridgend, CF32 0AA
Litchard Toddlers
The toddlers play. Adults have the chance to have a cuppa. Then there’s the storytime and the singing! T
See their website for more information
Cost: Donations
When: Tuesdays 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Litchard Mission Church Taylor Road, Litchard, Bridgend CF31 1PP
Playgroup, Adi’s Desert Bar
A casual playgroup aimed at under 2’s. Free entry, there is a donation box and all donations go towards the messy play and arts and crafts.
See their website for more information
Cost: Donations
When: Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Litchard Mission Church Taylor Road, Litchard, Bridgend CF31 1PP
Chatterbox, Brackla
Chatterbox is a parents and toddlers group in Tabernacle, Brackla. A fun and friendly atmosphere where children can play and make friends and where parents can have a chat.
See their website for more information
Cost: £2 for 1 adult + 1 child
When: Wednesdays and Thursdays 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.
Location: The Triangle, Brackla, Bridgend, CF31 2DN
Jam Tots, Aberkenfig
Chatterbox is a parents and toddlers group in Tabernacle, Brackla. A fun and friendly atmosphere where children can play and make friends and where parents can have a chat.
See their website for more information
Cost: 60p per adult
When: Thursdays 1:15 – 2:45 p.m.
Location: Aberkenfig Church, Pandy Road, Aberkenfig, Bridgend, CF31 2DN
Toddlers, Free School Court
Toddlers meet on Thursday mornings. It’s a great place to meet other parents from the local area and be a support to each other. They make time for singing, craft, story, birthdays and tea and coffee as well as plenty of time for mingling and chatting.
See their website for more information
When: Thursdays 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Free School Court Evangelical Church, Bridgend
Westward Meet and Play, Cefn Glas
Stay and play every Thursday.
See their website for more information
Cost: £1.00 per family
When: Thursdays 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Location: West Ward Community Centre, Llangewydd Road, Bridgend, CF31 4JR
The Vine, Bridgend
Every Friday morning during term time from 10 am to 11.45 am, a Parent and Toddler Group meets at the church. The programme generally includes free play, refreshments, crafts & story time.
See their website for more information
When: Fridays 10:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Location: Vine Christian Centre, Australian Terrace, Bridgend, CF31 1LY
Llantwit Major Parent, Baby and Toddler Groups
Little Dragons
A friendly parent-run group for babies and toddlers. Lots of toys, craft and songs. Snack and tea or coffee provided. It runs throughout the year (including holidays)
Cost: £2.50 or just £1.00 for under ones per family. 50p per extra sibling. This includes tea or coffee and snacks for toddlers. Contact littledragonsllantwit@gmail.com
When: Mondays and Fridays 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. For more information visit their website
Location: Western Vale Integrated Children’s Centre, Station Road, Llantwit Major CF61 1ST
Barry & Penarth Parent, Baby and Toddler Groups
Key Create Group, Penarth
For children with disabilities and additional needs, their families, carers, and friends. Drop in session with music and sensory workshop. Run by specialists in creative arts, disability, play and education. A warm welcome and a cuppa
Cost: Free, but donations are welcome.
When: Tuesday mornings, 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.including school holidays. For more information visit their facebook page.
Location: Byrd Crescent, Community Centre, Penarth, CF64 3QU
Salem Scamps Toddler Group, Barry
A friendly group for babies up to pre-school age. Lots of toys, crafts and songs.
Cost: £1.50 per child. This includes juice and fruit snacks for toddlers.
When: Mondays 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. during term time. For more information visit their facebook page.
Location: Salem Baptist Church, Beryl Road, Barry
St Peters Church, Rhoose
For babies, toddlers and those who care for them. Babies and children to play with toys on the play mats. Cup of tea/coffee and toast for the adults. Healthy nibbles are provided for the children. They have time for topical creative activities and the session finishes with singing and the playing of noisy percussion instruments is optional. £1 per child.
Cost: £1.00 per child.
When: Mondays 9:15 – 11:00 a.m. For more information visit their website
Location: St Peter’s Church, Church Rd, CF62 3EX Rhoose
No doubt I’ve missed plenty. Let me know of any others in the comments below and I will add them to the list.
Special thanks to Rachel Banner and Clair Louise Bonter for contributing to this post.
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Happy Hands Club runs in Bridgend on Monday’s, Thursdays and Fridays!
Happy Hands is a multi sensory, music and movement class where children are encouraged to express themselves and interact through music and dance! Suitable for children aged 0-5!
Monday’s – MC Hub Bridgend Town (CF31 1DN) 10am and 11am
Thursdays – MC Hub Bridgend Town (CF31 1DN)
10am and 11am
Fridays – Once Upon A Playtime Bridgend
10am and 11am