Looking for baby and toddler activities in Clifton? Here’s a handy timetable of regular term-time groups taking place throughout the week.

Please check directly with each group before visiting, as sessions and opening times can sometimes change.

MONDAY

Scramblers Playgroup: St Francis Church
When: Mondays, 9.30-11am & 1-2.30pm
Where: St. Francis Church, North Street, Bedminster, BS3 1JP
Cost: 4.50 for one adult & child, additional children over 1 year £1 extra and extra adults £1.50 extra – pay by card or cash at door

A welcoming, non-profit Christian toddler group, ideally suited to children aged 0–5 years. Enjoy plenty of free play with ride-ons, tricycles, prams, a playhouse and a huge range of toys, plus a dedicated baby area, reading corner and colouring/craft activities.

The session includes refreshments for adults and children, biscuits and fresh fruit. There are also baby-changing facilities, comfy chairs for feeding and a small lending library of parenting books. Breastfeeding is welcome.

The final 20 minutes include circle time, songs, actions and musical instruments, with children invited to take part at their own pace.

A friendly team of volunteers runs the group, and everyone is welcome. No booking needed.

St Aldhelm’s Church Toddler Group
When: 10-11.30am
Where: Chessel Street, Bedminster, BS3 3TT
Cost: £3 per family

A busy and welcoming parent and toddler group which meets Mondays and Fridays. There’s a safe space for babies and plenty of toys for toddlers to play with including ride-ons and a home corner.

There is a designated changing space in the toilets as well as potties and toddler toilet seats.

Tea, coffee, squash and biscuits are provided. All welcome!

TUESDAY

Scramblers Playgroup: St Francis Church
When: Tuesdays, 9.30-11am
Where: St. Francis Church, North Street, Bedminster, BS3 1JP
Cost: 4.50 for one adult & child, additional children over 1 year £1 extra and extra adults £1.50 extra – pay by card or cash at door

A welcoming, non-profit Christian toddler group, ideally suited to children aged 0–5 years. Enjoy plenty of free play with ride-ons, tricycles, prams, a playhouse and a huge range of toys, plus a dedicated baby area, reading corner and colouring/craft activities.

The session includes refreshments for adults and children, biscuits and fresh fruit. There are also baby-changing facilities, comfy chairs for feeding and a small lending library of parenting books. Breastfeeding is welcome.

The final 20 minutes include circle time, songs, actions and musical instruments, with children invited to take part at their own pace.

A friendly team of volunteers runs the group, and everyone is welcome. No booking needed.

WEDNESDAY

Rhyme & Storytime: Bedminster Library
When: 10.30am & 2pm
Where: Bedminster Library, BS3 4AQ
Cost: Free

Song, nursery rhymes, and story time sessions for 0-3 year olds.
Older siblings welcome. No booking needed.

Scramblers Playgroup: St Francis Church
When: Wednesdays, 9.30-11am
Where: St. Francis Church, North Street, Bedminster, BS3 1JP
Cost: 4.50 for one adult & child, additional children over 1 year £1 extra and extra adults £1.50 extra – pay by card or cash at door

A welcoming, non-profit Christian toddler group, ideally suited to children aged 0–5 years. Enjoy plenty of free play with ride-ons, tricycles, prams, a playhouse and a huge range of toys, plus a dedicated baby area, reading corner and colouring/craft activities.

The session includes refreshments for adults and children, biscuits and fresh fruit. There are also baby-changing facilities, comfy chairs for feeding and a small lending library of parenting books. Breastfeeding is welcome.

The final 20 minutes include circle time, songs, actions and musical instruments, with children invited to take part at their own pace.

A friendly team of volunteers runs the group, and everyone is welcome. No booking needed.

THURSDAY

Scramblers Playgroup: St Francis Church
When: Thursdays, 11am – 12.30pm
Where: St. Francis Church, North Street, Bedminster, BS3 1JP
Cost: 4.50 for one adult & child, additional children over 1 year £1 extra and extra adults £1.50 extra – pay by card or cash at door

A welcoming, non-profit Christian toddler group, ideally suited to children aged 0–5 years. Enjoy plenty of free play with ride-ons, tricycles, prams, a playhouse and a huge range of toys, plus a dedicated baby area, reading corner and colouring/craft activities.

The session includes refreshments for adults and children, biscuits and fresh fruit. There are also baby-changing facilities, comfy chairs for feeding and a small lending library of parenting books. Breastfeeding is welcome.

The final 20 minutes include circle time, songs, actions and musical instruments, with children invited to take part at their own pace.

A friendly team of volunteers runs the group, and everyone is welcome. No booking needed.

FRIDAY

St Aldhelm’s Church Toddler Group
When: 10-11.30am
Where: Chessel Street, Bedminster, BS3 3TT
Cost: £3 per family

A busy and welcoming parent and toddler group which meets Mondays and Fridays. There’s a safe space for babies and plenty of toys for toddlers to play with including ride-ons and a home corner.

There is a designated changing space in the toilets as well as potties and toddler toilet seats.

Tea, coffee, squash and biscuits are provided. All welcome!

Rhyme & Storytime: Bedminster Library
When: 11am
Where: Bedminster Library, BS3 4AQ
Cost: Free

Song, nursery rhymes, and story time sessions for 0-3 year olds.
Older siblings welcome. No booking needed.

Scramblers Playgroup: St Francis Church
When: 9.30-11am
Where: St. Francis Church, North Street, Bedminster, BS3 1JP
Cost: 4.50 for one adult & child, additional children over 1 year £1 extra and extra adults £1.50 extra – pay by card or cash at door

A welcoming, non-profit Christian toddler group, ideally suited to children aged 0–5 years. Enjoy plenty of free play with ride-ons, tricycles, prams, a playhouse and a huge range of toys, plus a dedicated baby area, reading corner and colouring/craft activities.

The session includes refreshments for adults and children, biscuits and fresh fruit. There are also baby-changing facilities, comfy chairs for feeding and a small lending library of parenting books. Breastfeeding is welcome.

The final 20 minutes include circle time, songs, actions and musical instruments, with children invited to take part at their own pace.

A friendly team of volunteers runs the group, and everyone is welcome. No booking needed.

SATURDAY

Story Time: Bedminster Library
When: 11am
Where: Bedminster Parade, BS3 4AQ
Cost: Free

Relaxed story session ideal for 1-4 years olds with their parents/carers, come enjoy some stories.
No booking needed.