Mini Makers: Messy Play

Thursdays | 7 May, 4 June & 2 July 2026 | 10.30am-12pm Show all dates and times

Creative fun for little hands and feet in these informal art sessions.

Drop in | £2.50 per child, including babies | Adults go FREE* | Pay on the door

Designed for ages 0 - 4 | Spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis

Herbert Entry fee applies for adults and children aged 5+

There is tons of creative fun for little hands and feet in this relaxed and engaging art session. Babies and toddlers will have the opportunity to explore various materials across the sessions including paint, glitter, paste, sand, clay, slimy spaghetti, chalk and much more.

Messy play is an important element of early childhood development, appealing to children’s curiosity and helping them to understand the world through their senses. These sessions will also expose them to early mark making, enabling them to develop good concentration, muscle control and encourage their imaginations.

Be prepared to get messy for both children and adults!

It is advisable that you and your child wear items of clothing that you are happy to risk getting paint on. Whilst the paint is water based it may stain if not washed out quickly. Many of our regular visitors have a dedicated 'messy' outfit for the purposes of enjoying this session to its fullest extent, with a spare outfit to change into afterwards.