Stay and Play | Salford

A friendly weekly Stay & Play session for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups, offering relaxed play, songs and snacks in a welcoming community space - run by Visit from the Stork.

Stay & Play Wednesdays | Free Baby and Toddler Group in Salford

• Date and Time: Every Wednesday, 10:30 – 11:45am

• Location: Emmanuel Centre, Langworthy Road, Salford, M6 5PN 

• Suitable for: Families with children aged 0–4 years

• Booking: No booking required – just drop in

• Cost: FREE to attend until August 2026 (funded by Salford Family Hubs)

Hi, we are Visit from the Stork a Salford-based charity that supports vulnerable families and parents in need across Greater Manchester. Everyone is welcome to attend our sessions.

Stay & Play Wednesdays is a relaxed weekly session designed for families with babies and young children. Held in a welcoming community setting, it offers a simple opportunity for little ones to explore, play and socialise while parents and carers connect with others.

Each session includes free play time followed by group songs and a snack break, creating a gentle structure that supports early development through play-based learning and interaction.

Running alongside the Stork Store shop, it provides a supportive midweek space for local families to meet, unwind and enjoy time together.

The sessions are currently free thanks to funding from Salford Family Hubs, making them accessible to all families in the area.

What to expect

• 30 minutes of free play with toys and activities

• Group song time for babies and toddlers

• Healthy snacks for children

• Relaxed space for parents and carers to chat

• Friendly, welcoming community atmosphere

• Drop-in format – no booking needed

What families say

• “I love the structure. Playtime – tidy up time – snack time – song time. The team are so nice

• “I enjoy the sessions where it is safe for my child to play with other kids and I can enjoy chatting with other mums” 

• “It’s great that you clean all the toys after the stay and play session – I really appreciate that. Also, the staff are very friendly and helpful, which makes the experience even better. I enjoy song-time and meeting my friends.”

• “Everyone is so nice and welcoming. We love spending time with other people and children, it is great to have more time with my baby to play with toys we don’t have at home”