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Saturday 7th February
ForestTots: Hearts & Crafts
The Village Hub
Sat 7th February 2026
09:30 & 11AM
ForestTots is nature inspired sensory play for pre-schoolers! This month, we are celebrating Valentine's Day with our Hearts & Crafts event!
Join us for crafts and activities including rose petal dough, nature tea making, flower arranging and more!
For 2-4 year olds
Saturday 7th February 2026
The Village Hub, 861 London Road, SS0 9SZ
09:30am (1hr)
11am (1hr)
£12.50 for 1x adult and 1x child
www.ForestTots.uk/book
Tuesday 17th February
Essex Fire Museum - Family Open day
Essex Fire Museum (Grays Fire Station)
Tue 17th February 2026
10.30am to 4.00pm
Come along to our family open day and enjoy our museum trails, arts and crafts, fire safety room, old fire engines and water squirting. The museum is free entry but visits must be pre-booked as we are on the site of a working fire station.
Find out more or book:
www.essex-fire.gov.uk
Saturday 7th March
ForestTots: Stories Through Play
The Village Hub
Sat 7th March 2026
09:30 & 11AM
ForestTots is nature inspired sensory play for pre-schoolers! This month, we are celebrating National Book Day with our Stories Through Play event!
Come along for crafts, our famous book tent and activities based on your tot's favourite books.
For 2-4 year olds
Saturday 7th March 2026
The Village Hub, 861 London Road, SS0 9SZ
09:30am (1hr)
11am (1hr)
£12.50 for 1x adult and 1x child
www.ForestTots.uk/book
Sunday 8th March
Mother's Day Craft Fair
The Palace Hotel
Sun 8th March 2026
10:00 - 14:00
Celebrate Mother's Day at our charming Craft Fair. Browse a beautiful selection of handmade goods from talented local artisans. Bring your friends and family, support small businesses, and make this Mother's Day truly unforgettable with a gift made from the heart.
Sunday 15th March
Mums Go Free on Mother's Day
Nuclear Wild Forest
Sun 15th March 2026
Various
Treat your Mum to a unique, fun and unforgettable day out exploring the obstacle course or will axe throwing be her thing?
Mum must be accompanied by a full paying adult or child.
How to get the offer:
To secure your spot visit: https://nuclearessex.com/offer/mums-goes-free-on-mothers-day/
Call: 01277-586-734 or email: [email protected]
Limited Time: The discount is only valid for activities taking place on Sunday 15th March 2026.
Find out more or book:
nuclearessex.com
