Join us for a 75 minutes (winter timing) of morning play in our curiosity approach play space. The session is free play with a story time or bubble dance group finish to end the session. Own snacks welcome to be brought along (no nuts please) Ideal age range from crawling to 5YO inclusive. Play group flexible attendance running each week. Only 1x adult per booked child space. Please note first floor access, no pushchairs inside the soace, please leave in corridor. All bookings are non refundable, transferrable or exchangable for any reason.
If you wish to bring x2 children, please make x2 separate bookings or alternatively please contact us directly for a direct link to book. Each session works with a very small group size to ensure there is no overcrowding and the best experience for our families visiting. Please note that unbooked children and adults will be refused entry when sessions are at capacity, please ensure that all attendees have a booked space at the play session. limited space advertised means only 1 space remaining on the session.

Private reading tuition from age 3YO + all abilities catered for by our Lead Reading Recovery Teacher 20yrs experience. Please get in touch to find out more. 30 minute sessions starting from £25
45 minute sessions £35
60 minute sessions £40

Private Hire inc Party Hire.
75 minute Curiosity Play Party

max 8 children and 8 adults (total 16 persons inside the space max)
Please email for dates booked directly with The Curiosity Mill.

A simple turn up and play hour. Only one adult permitted per booked place. Come and escape in our Curiosity Play Space. Age 6m-6YO. Please note first floor access via stairs, no prams inside the play space please leave in corridor. All bookings are final, no refunds, transfers or exchanges for any reason.

We are so lucky to work with another fabulous business @@mummysminimonster. You will find hosted playgroups every TUESDAY WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY booked directly with Annie running inclusive of the whole playbspace. What this means is you'll need to book to play for these days over at https://www.mummysminimonster.co.uk/ as it will appear blank on our system.
Open 6 days a week either with us or @@mummysminimonster for Sensory Playgroups 6Months - 6YO.

New for 2025. Join us at The Curiosity Mill for our Brews + Babies group session funded by us!
Perfect for maternity leave Mama's looking for a supportive group, chilled vibes and of course a brew or two. Sessions designed for non mobile babies and learning to crawl. Ran from our cozy carpet room, join us for an hour of baby led sensory play activities (non guided) but most importantly some adult conversations and Mummy social opportunities. Nancy and I can't wait to welcome you soon.
1st floor of Welch Mill accessed by stairs. Baby only - older children not catered for during this play slot as is suitable for non mobile babies only.
1 adult + baby included in booking. No additional adults will be permitted. Funded by The Curiosity Mill. Please cancel if unable to make to free up the space for another.

Join us at our Summer special play session this year! Suitable for mixed age siblings up to age 7 inc. Older non playing siblings not permitted (so sorry) 1x adult place included with every space booked. Come and explore our unique Curiosoty Approach Inspired play space unlike any other, explore the sand, dough, art, craft, role play, sensory and much more.
located at Welch Mill (1st floor) accessed by stairs.
Please DM for bookings for more than 1 child or make 2x separate bookings under different email addresses.
Additional adults will need their own booked space onto these sessions. Please read booking terms agreed upon booking.

🎃 Spooky Mill 2025 🎃
Join us this Halloween for a frightfully fun playtime at The Curiosity Mill, Leigh!

🕷️ What’s Included?

Curiously creepy play set-ups

Spooktacular Halloween vibes

Monster Mash disco to finish with a BOO-gie!

Trick-or-treating (if you dare!)

A Spooky Treat & Tale session to end every event


👻 When:
Friday 31st October 2025 — Come get SPOOKY with us!
Session Length: 90 minutes (including story time + treats)

💸 Pricing:

£15.95 per child

Sibling add-on (6–18 months): £5

Siblings over 18 months require a full-price ticket
Sibling bookings must be made directly with us.

95p booking fee added for online checkout.

Admin@thecuriositymill.co.uk or DM via socials to obtain a booking link.

All bookings final, no transfers, cancellations or ammendments may be made for any reason once booked.