We’ve joined up with Barnsley Libraries to offer free play sessions for local families. Here’s some exciting news to share on behalf of our Little City South West Yorkshire branch: we’ve got some free pretend play sessions coming up for children and toddlers in Barnsley! We had some fantastic festive sessions before Christmas, and we are delighted to be running more free family play sessions at Barnsley Library at the Lightbox on the following dates. 30 January 2026 31 January 2026...

Must-have Christmas gifts for kids under 6. Christmas shopping can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to finding the perfect gifts for young children. That’s why we are helping families this Christmas by sharing our expert recommendations for toys that spark creativity and imagination. Every week, we welcome hundreds of young children to our play sessions and see firsthand the joy pretend play brings. You might be tempted to buy tech-based gifts, but the toys that stand the test of...