Local Children's Centres

What is a Children's Centre?

Children's Centres offer a number of services to parents-to-be and children under five and their families/carers. The aim is for parents and local communities to get directly involved in running their local centres.

Are Children's Centres open to anyone?

YES! Some people think that only those who live in a certain area have access to Children's Centres but this isn't the case. Children's Centres can be used by anyone if they are pregnant or care for a child under five. The facilities can also be used by childminders, playgroups etc.

What services do Children's Centres offer?

Education and Childcare
Family Fun
- baby and toddler groups, story time, music and song
Family Support and Outreach work - Advice and information for parents
Child and Family Health Services - This can include Speech & Language Therapy, Smoking Cessation, Breastfeeding and Health and Safety
Links to Jobcentres and Training Providers

Is it free?

Yes - all services are free of charge

Where is my local Children's Centre?

Below are full contact details for all Children's Centres in the Lancaster and Morecambe area.


Lune Park Children's Centre
Ryelands Park, Owen Rd, Lancaster, LA1 2LN
Tel: 01524 382818

Lune Park Children's CentreLune Park Children's Centre offers a variety of activities and services including antenatal relaxation, breastfeeding support, baby and toddler groups and even parenting classes! There is a popular cafe serving a range of healthy, reasonably priced meals. Lune Park Children's Centre is also the location of Nipper's Day Nursery which caters for babies-pre-school.

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Poulton Children's Centre
Clark St, Morecambe, LA4 5HR
Tel: 01524 833644

Poulton Children's CentrePoulton Children's Centre is a friendly one stop shop where services such as early education, childcare, health and family support come together to ensure the best start in life. Come and visit our fantastic sensory room or come along to one of the many exciting Stay and Plays.

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Heysham Youth, Community & Children’s Centre

Emmaus Road, Middleton Way, Heysham, LA3 2LL
Tel: 01524 833644

Artist's impression of Heysham Children's CentreHeysham Children's Centre is currently under construction but should open later this year. It will be under the same management team as Poulton Children's Centre. Groups and activities for Heysham Children's Centre have already started and are being held at various locations.

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Appletree Children's Centre
Milking Stile Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5QB
Tel: 01524 64132


Firbank Children’s Centre
Firbank Road, Lancaster, LA1 3HL
Tel: 01524 845319


Coming Soon.... Children's Centres are currently being built in Carnforth, Heysham and both the West End and Westgate, Morecambe. The Baby Maze will bring you more details when they become available.