Facebook X-twitter Instagram Linkedin
Get the app
Facebook X-twitter Instagram Linkedin
GET HELP
DONATE
DONATE
blank

A place to
grow together

Friendly groups and activities for little ones and the people who care for them, at every stage of the early years.

About Plant
View all events →
Photo 01-08-2025, 12 22 38 (1)
Play   Belong   Thrive

Our Early Years Groups

A range of welcoming groups for under-5s and their parents, carers and wider family members.

blank
blank
blank
blank
blank
🌱

Play

Explore, discover
and have fun.

♥

Belong

A warm and
welcoming community.

👥

Support

For you and
your little one.

☀

Thrive

Helping every child
take their next steps.

blank
“Play is a child’s language.”

For all families

Plant is for everyone – parents, grandparents, wider family members and caregivers.
All are welcome, whatever your journey looks like.

Parents
and carers
Grandparents
and wider family
A welcoming
community
Support at
every stage

A brighter future for every child

Through play, positive relationships and supportive communities, we’re helping children in Caerphilly thrive in their earliest years – building confidence, connection and opportunities from the very start.

500+

Children and
families supported

15+

Welcoming
groups each term

Stronger
families

Brighter futures
for our community

Stronger families,
brighter futures

Join our welcoming community and be part of something special.

557609288_1093201902981683_3125835913271615915_n
 
blank The Parish Trust Help & support

Here for you, whatever you're facing

Let's find the right help for you.

Food, essentials, baby supplies, data, bereavement care and community support — all in one place. You don't need to have it all figured out before you get in touch.

Get started with the Help Hub Call 02921 880 212

Already have a Help Hub account? Sign in

  • Free to access
  • Confidential
  • No judgement

Support & services

All the ways we can help

Explore our practical, family, wellbeing and community support. Use the filters to narrow things down, or call us if you'd rather talk it through.

16 services shown 5 services shown 3 services shown 4 services shown 4 services shown

Referral partner?

Health, housing and community professionals can register to make and manage referrals online.

Register as a partner →

Not sure where to start?

Talk to a real person.

If you're unsure which service fits, or you'd rather speak to someone, call us. We'll listen, help you work out what you need and point you in the right direction.

02921 880 212 Visit the Help Hub
Visit

7 Roundabout Court
Bedwas House Industrial Estate
Bedwas
Caerphilly
CF83 8FS

Opening hours

Monday–Friday, 9:00am–2:00pm

Events may run outside these hours.

Phone options

CARE Project: option 0
Office: option 1

The Parish Trust · A community in your corner. Registered charity no. 1186996
Call us Get help
blank

Plant · Early Years at The Parish Trust

Baby Massage

A calm and nurturing space to bond with your baby.

Our Baby Massage course gives primary caregivers time to slow down, connect with their baby and learn gentle massage techniques in a warm, supportive group.

Best for
Babies and their primary caregiver
Format
A five-week course
Atmosphere
Calm, small and supportive
Good to know
We ask families to commit to the full course where possible (illness and unforeseen circumstances aside) and to complete a short evaluation at the end.
View upcoming sessions →
Close / back to page
blank

Plant · Early Years at The Parish Trust

Messy Play

Explore, create and discover together.

A playful sensory session where little ones can squish, pour, scoop, paint and explore a changing range of age-appropriate messy activities alongside their grown-up.

Best for
Curious little explorers
Expect
Sensory and creative play
Bring
Clothes you do not mind getting messy
Good to know
Adults remain with their child and are encouraged to follow their child’s lead as they explore.
View upcoming sessions →
Close / back to page
blank

Plant · Early Years at The Parish Trust

RhymeTime

Songs, stories and rhymes for little ones and their grown-ups.

A relaxed session full of singing, rhythm, stories and familiar rhymes. RhymeTime helps little ones enjoy language, music and connection while grown-ups join in too.

Best for
Babies, toddlers and preschool children
Expect
Songs, rhymes and simple stories
Grown-ups
Stay and join in throughout
Good to know
You do not need to be a confident singer — this is about enjoying time together, not performing.
View upcoming sessions →
Close / back to page
blank

Plant · Early Years at The Parish Trust

Community Cuppa

A coffee morning for the grown-ups — with little ones welcome too.

Community Cuppa gives parents, carers and wider family members space to meet other people raising little ones, have a cuppa and build supportive connections.

Who
Parents, carers and wider family
Each week
A different conversation or theme
Children
Little ones are very welcome
Good to know
Some weeks may focus on first-time parents, dads, additional learning needs or another theme — but everyone is welcome at every Community Cuppa.
View upcoming sessions →
Close / back to page
blank

Plant · Early Years at The Parish Trust

Wiggle & Giggle

Movement, music and fun for little bodies and big smiles.

A lively early-years movement session with music, action songs, simple games and plenty of opportunities to move together. It is designed to build confidence through playful movement.

Best for
Toddlers and preschool children
Expect
Music, movement and action
Grown-ups
Join the movement too
Good to know
Children can take part at their own pace — joining in, watching for a while and returning to activities are all welcome.
View upcoming sessions →
Close / back to page

The Parish Trust is preparing to move to a new location. Please Click Here for full details about our move, and how it affects you.

Receive the latest news

Subscribe to our Newsletter!

Enter your info below to keep up to date…

blank

Which website are you trying to visit?

The Parish Trust
A Church Website