Everyday afternoon from 12.30pm – 3pm weekdays during school term time children who are under five can bring their adults along and play all afternoon for free.

Our team of volunteers put on fun creative activities, messy play, stories and so much more in our purpose built fun venue in Charlton Park. As parents ourselves we know sometimes every family needs to get out of the house, wear the kids out before bed, meet and make friends and be part of a wider community.

No need to book, just drop in.

The Wheel of Wellbeing developed by South London and Maudsley health trust is our community based approach to wellbeing. With our team of volunteer community champions we will be attending local community events to get families involved with the Wheel of Wellbeing game and make simple pledges to improve their own wellbeing. 

The Wheel focuses on six spokes  Body. Mind. Spirit. People. Place. Planet and together we can explore the small easy changes that will improve your families lives. 

Large and Legging it is one of the Big Red Bus Clubs running programme for women over 30 BMI. We provide a 6 week course to train women in the basics of running from 0-1k and then as a group we support ourselves to grow and continue running together socially.

"This is why I love to walk run with all of you because I feel as though it doesn't matter we are doing it. Everyone is just so lovely. I've felt so welcome and accepted"

Together we have built a community of women that run together at different stages and support each other.

Royal Borough of Greenwich Free classes for women over 30 BMI

Thursday Night 8pm -9pm at the Big Red Bus Club term time only.

We did it

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Race day is upon us

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Let it snow

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What a great time we had today. Super worm was the story we explored and we we did this in loads of ways...

We had our tuft tray filled with slimy spaghetti and tweezers, as the children arrived that was the thing they all headed for. We had some worm play dough mats, where we had to make long worms and short worms. We also had a wonderful time with our new bug hunting equipment, looking for bugs outside. We found little jumping flies and worms and looking at a shiny spider web through a magnifying glass is so fascinating. 

Our sensory area was lit up with fish tubes and our disco lights. But what we all loved was the animals coming to visit. Colin the cockroach and Marvin the Millipede. We even fed some beaded dragons. 

SEND Morning - Monday's 10am - 12pm  (Term time only)

Who are we....

Play plus is a calm and friendly Music and Arts community project for parents and children under the age of 5, who have a SEND diagnosis or additional needs.

It’s a safe place, which is non-judgemental and our team are supportive and have experience in this area from their own journeys.

We have a calm environment for both children and parents with access to a secure outside space.

Each week we theme our session from great children’s books and include story telling, sensory play and different entertaining and educational activities that support your children's development, communication and confidence. 

We have local artists and therapists join us too - from Relax Kids, Cathy Walker - interactive Story Teller and Dan from Theatre Bugs. It's great to have so much fun together.

It has been nice to meet other parents with children who have additional needs, it’s nice not to feel like people are trying to work out what’s wrong with your child. people are comfortable to ask questions or just to accept without judgement. 

Our Team...

Lydia - Play Plus Coordinator

Lydia has worked for Big Red Bus Club for a few years now, and is responsible for coordinating Play Plus. She has her beginners and foundation Makaton qualification and is passionate about learning and being inspired by play, music and arts. She also loves creating play activities that can be recreated at home. 

Elena - Plus Plus Support 

Elena is our resident artist, she's very creative and takes on most artistic challenges that we throw at her. She loves messy play (so remember to being some spare clothes!) Elena is also trained in Makaton and has completed her level 2 follow on training. 

Wendy - Play Plus Administrator

Wendy is the administrator for the team, but is also creative and loves coming up with new ideas for activities. She is in the process of learning Makaton and welcomes all parents and carers with a smile and a cup of tea. 

Now you've met the team, it would be great to meet you, so feel free to come along on a Monday morning. There is no charge for the session as we are funded by Children In Need.

Where are we...

Near the Cemetery Lane Entrance of Charlton Park. There is a free car park near the play park, and we are on the 422, 486, 53, 54 & 380 bus routes.

Our timetable>>>   What you say>> 

Play Plus is kindly funded by Children in Need. 

This term the Big Red Bus Club weekly stay and play for children and their families, Play Plus, has hit the jackpot. With a fantastic grant from the Postcode Lottery, volunteers and families at the Big Red Bus Club have been able to expand the whole group, get some great equipment for children with additional needs and work with a range of therapists to create a mindful and enriching environment.

Play Plus is here to support families with children under five, to make friends and get the support they need before, during and after diagnosis.

A big thanks to all the volunteers who came along today to plant two new borders. As ever it's a real hodge podge jasmine and honey suckle for the nose, gladioli to touch, a riot of colour for the eyes and an apple tree for tasting. Volunteers and thier children took advantage of the glorious weather to catch up with old friends and make some new ones.

As a charity every penny you spend hiring our wonderful venue and lovely equipment is spent right back in our community. By hiring us you are supporting our free Play Plus service for disabled children and their families or keeping our stay and plays open every day free of charge to local families.

You can hire us for 4 hours from either 10am-2pm or 2.30pm -6.30pm on Saturdays or Sundays for only £110.
Book us today with Skedda 

Our standard package 

Example timings based on 10am - 2pm booking 

10-10.30am setting up

10.30 – 1.30pm party activity

1.30pm – 2pm tidy up and removal of waste from site.

Included within hire

-          Indoor climbing frame
-          Kitchen with play food
-          Access to under five library
-          Large abacus
-          2 baby bouncers/ chairs  if needed
-          4 tables for under fives
-          20 under five chairs
-          8 adult chairs
-          Fixed outdoor equipment - unlimited access to outdoor play ground
-          Fully staffed tuck shop throughout
-          Trained and qualified staff assistance four hours

We also have a wide range of toys and equipment to hire.

Dinosaur soft play £45

5 hand painted dinosaur soft play
10 block type soft play 

Dinosaur and den £85

5 hand painted  dinosaur soft play
4ft sensory den with internal lighting and blue tooth speakers

Sensory den package £85

4ft sensory den with internal lighting and blue tooth speakers (large music selection available) Assorted sensory balls 10 sensory blocks
Large sensory play mat
Mirror carousel

Ball pit package £55

Ball pit
10 soft play items 

Soft play bonanza £155

4ft sensory den with internal lighting and blue tooth speakers (large music selection available)
10 piece soft play package
5 piece dinosaur package
Ball pit
2 play tunnels

Outdoor toy package £15 (not shown)

2 tomy cars for under fives
1 two child ride on
4 one child three wheel scooter
4 push along doll prams
1 wooden see saw

Other equipment available 

Tea urn £10
Bubble machine with 1ltr of solution £25
Aura Optic light projector and Aroma therapy diffuser (a selection of oils available) £25
Six foot banquet table and adult chairs £7 per table

Book us today with Skedda 

If you have a equipment booking account code please let us know when booking.