Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds
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The Lantern in Shrewsbury will offer free Stay and Play sessions for 3-4 year olds on 6 October 2026. These sessions will include fun activities and support from trained practitioners, focusing on educational development through play. Parents and carers are encouraged to attend with their children.
FREE weekly Stay & Play for 3-4 year olds at The Lantern! Fun activities plus support and advice from trained practitioners.
Free PEEP Stay and Play for 3- to 4-Year-Olds (younger siblings welcomed)
Please book one ticket per attending adult. Children do not require a ticket.
At PEEP Stay and Play, parents and carers will see how everyday interactions, routines and activities at home can support their child's educational development and learning.
At these relaxed, weekly drop-in sessions:
play activities, sing songs and share stories
find out how these activities will help your child learn and develop
access a friendly space to meet other parents and carers and share experience
plus, take away ideas for simple activities you can do at home
This series includes five sessions, on Tuesdays from 15 September to 13 October, 10am to 11.30am.
Everyone is welcome! This event is designed for parents and children to attend together. Book your free place opposite (you only need to book a space for the adult in your party).
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Frequently asked questions
Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds takes place on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 10:00.
Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds is held at The Lantern in Shrewsbury (Meadow Farm Drive, Shrewsbury, SY1 4NG).
Entry to Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds is free.
The forecast for Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds is Overcast · 17°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Lantern can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds
Editorial Summary
The Lantern in Shrewsbury will offer free Stay and Play sessions for 3-4 year olds on 6 October 2026. These sessions will include fun activities and support from trained practitioners, focusing on educational development through play. Parents and carers are encouraged to attend with their children.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
FREE weekly Stay & Play for 3-4 year olds at The Lantern! Fun activities plus support and advice from trained practitioners.
Free PEEP Stay and Play for 3- to 4-Year-Olds (younger siblings welcomed)
Please book one ticket per attending adult. Children do not require a ticket.
At PEEP Stay and Play, parents and carers will see how everyday interactions, routines and activities at home can support their child's educational development and learning.
At these relaxed, weekly drop-in sessions:
play activities, sing songs and share stories
find out how these activities will help your child learn and develop
access a friendly space to meet other parents and carers and share experience
plus, take away ideas for simple activities you can do at home
This series includes five sessions, on Tuesdays from 15 September to 13 October, 10am to 11.30am.
Everyone is welcome! This event is designed for parents and children to attend together. Book your free place opposite (you only need to book a space for the adult in your party).
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds?
Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds takes place on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 10:00.
Where is Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds taking place?
Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds is held at The Lantern in Shrewsbury (Meadow Farm Drive, Shrewsbury, SY1 4NG).
How much are tickets for Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds?
Entry to Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds is free.
What will the weather be like at Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds?
The forecast for Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds is Overcast · 17°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Lantern can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds?
Tickets for Best start in Life (Shrewsbury):Free Stay and Play for 3-4 year olds can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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