Brilliant baby activities in Cumbria for every stage

Hands up if you’ve ever got up in the morning, fed your baby, and then thought, ‘What am I going to do all day?’ New parenthood may be a privilege, but it’s not always easy, and feelings of boredom and loneliness are common.

We’re here to help with our guide to the best baby activities in Cumbria – perfect for getting you out of the house and giving you the chance to meet new people.

There are plenty of groups and classes on offer for parents with brand new babies, ranging from baby massage and yoga to breastfeeding support groups.

If your baby is older and becoming more interested in the world around them, you’ll find lots of activities to keep them entertained, such as multi-sensory sessions, parent and toddler groups, baby signing and more.

Whatever your baby’s age and stage, there’s no need to be stuck inside all day: search our directory now for loads of great activity ideas.

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Toddler and Preschool Gymnastics

Penrith

Toddler and pre school gymnastics every Friday at Rheged Centre. 4 classes for 3 different age groups. Butterflies 9.30-10.30am 22months-3years Dragon flies 10.45am...

Spotlight Theatre Arts School Rosette Theatre Class for 3-6 year olds

Penrith

A few places left in this 1 hour class for 3-6 years in drama, singing and dance. £70 per full term with payment options. Build confidence, co-ordination, balance, musical...

Baby Massage Cumbria

Penrith

At Baby Massage Cumbria we believe wholeheartedly in the benefits of massage to both carer and baby. We are 3 IAIM qualified instructors and our names are Janice, Judith...

BlueJam Arts BabyJam

Penrith

'BabyJam' is run by BlueJam Arts leader Karen and provides fun, sensory music workshops for babies, toddlers and preschool children. Classes are friendly and fun. As wel...

Baby Sensory North Cumbria

Penrith

Baby Sensory is the only baby programme that offers a complete approach to learning and development from birth to 13 months. The rich and varied sensory experiences and act...

Razzamataz Theatre Schools South Lakes

Penrith

Razzamataz Theatre School Penrith provides Performing Arts Classes to children aged from 2 to 18 years old. Razzamataz Schools deliver professional, high quality drama, si...

Greystoke Under 5's Playgroup

Penrith

We are a friendly parent and toddler group running on a Tuesday and Thursday 9.30 - 11.30 in Greystoke Village Hall. We have trips and parties for the children and nights o...

Plumpton Playgroup

Plumpton

We enjoy craft, outside and indoor play and usually a sing song to end the session. Term time only but generally have something less formal happening in the holidays, come ...

Health Visitor Baby Clinic

Ambleside

The Health Visitor will be here on the 3rd Thursday monthly from 10am to 11am to weigh your baby and give advice. Please visit our Facebook page barnardoslakessurestartchi...

Appleby Children's Centre

Appleby-in-westmorland

Appleby Children`s Centre is located on the site of the Primary School and is used to deliver Children`s Centre services alongside many partner agencies who also deliver so...

Bolton Nursery

Appleby

The welfare and happiness of children attending the Nursery is our main concern. Our aim is to bridge the gap between home and school by providing high quality wrap around ...

Twinkles Tebay Community Playgroup

Tebay

Twinkles is the Community Playgroup for Under 5’s for Tebay and the surrounding areas. The playgroup meets every Tuesday during term time from 9.30am – 11.30am in Tebay Met...

Derwent Valley Children's Centre

Keswick

Derwent Valley Children's Centre is housed in a purpose built building next door to St. Herbert`s Primary school, Trinity Way, Keswick. Within the building there is a small...

Bluebells and Conkers Playgroup, Ings

Ings

Bluebells and Conkers is a nature inspired playgroup for children under five. We met at Ings Parish Hall on Mondays during term time from 9:45am - 11:15am. £2 for chi...

Yoga Mama's Mother & Baby Yoga

Windermere

A fun way to interact and bond with your baby whilst promoting postnatal recovery, improving your posture, strength and vitality. Enjoy quality tme with your baby and time ...

Mum & Baby Yoga with Kate Jones Yoga

Staveley

Yoga to support you through your pregnancy and beyond, here in the beautiful Lake District. Classes held at the gorgeous Balance Studio in Staveley. Convenient location to...

Keswick Taekwondo Little Dragons

Keswick

Help children develop, co-ordination, balance, agility, concentration and respect with Little dragons classes (age 3-7)

Windermere School, Elleray Campus

Windermere

A thriving independent, co-educational, day and boarding school from 3-11 in the heart of the English Lake District. From sailing to science, Windermere School's size, ...

Little Pips

Windermere

As well as plenty of play and chat (always a must!) there are refreshments for the children and carers, craft activities, singing and storytime. A warm and friendly baby an...