Things to do with the kids in St Albans

Your St Albans local children's centre is a hub of information and support for families with under-5's with parenting classes, play groups and information on childcare.

The breastfeeding café at the St Albans Children's Centre in Church Crescent and the Harpenden Breastfeeding Support Group at the Oval Café provide weekly support to mums (sorry dads).

Joining a parent and toddler or post-natal group in St Albans can be a good way to meet local parents. Ask your GP or health visitor.

NCT St Albans organises many activities for your kids, including coffee mornings and a weekly Bumps and Babies group.

Under-4's can join the St Albans Bookstart Book Crawl at any library, collect a sticker for each visit and receive special certificates. All local libraries in St Albans have a free weekly under-5's storytime. Some offer baby rhyme time and chatterbooks clubs

Trestle Arts Base and the Maltings Arts Theatre, in St Albans have activities and performances for kids of all ages.

Try Early Learning Centre's Playtime in St Albans on Tuesdays for free activities all morning (from 10am). Visit their website for activity ideas.

St Albans's Indoor soft play centres are a low-cost option for rainy days when yourkids need to burn some energy and you need a coffee.