Children & Families

MESSY  church

  • is about families having fun creating crafts on our bible story theme and sharing food together, as well as a short celebration time – you’ll need an hour and a half. Next session is on Good Friday (19 April) from 10am-11.30am at Holy Trinity Church.

STAY AND PLAY

  • is an opportunity for parents to enjoy playing with their kids during the school holidays – there are games, crafts and sensory play to try out, and a light lunch afterwards.  Just come along – it’s from 11am – 1pm at Holy Trinity.

CATS (Carers and Toddlers Praise) 

  • is an opportunity for pre-schoolers to play, enjoy faith-based songs, stories and simple crafts and to start to know that church is a happy place to be! Our caring team are on hand with a cuppa for tired Mums/ Dads/Carers…

  • First Wednesday of each month 9 - 11.30 am

  • Contact Beryl, 01663 732612.

CLOTHES SWAP

  • takes place at Holy Trinity on the third Saturday of the month from 10am until noon.  You’ll find toys as well as clothes for babies and toddlers – good quality donations always welcome! Contact Sue, 01663 732005.

OPEN DAYS AT ST JAMES’ TAXAL

  • Come and explore our wonderful building, its beautiful churchyard and its heritage.  There’s a discovery trail with lots for children to find out….

WONDERING ABOUT CHRISTENING?

  • Christening (or baptism) is a welcome into the family of the church – available for babies, children and adults. 

    Email cofe.whaleybridge@gmail.com to find out more.