Hull and East Riding Mumbler

12/01/2026

With the deadline for Primary school applications looming this week (15th Jan!)...
Tranby have an opportunity for you to look around their Primary setting.

The Independent school in Anlaby are hosting a Reception in Action Day on Thursday 22nd January, 2-3pm. You can join them for a fun-filled hour for your little one to explore, play and discover, while you can meet the teachers and find out more.

The event is free to attend but please book a place in advance, full details and booking link are here -
https://hullandeastriding.mumbler.co.uk/event/tranby-reception-in-action-day/

12/01/2026

This months newsletter is out! The January 2026 issue has some ideas for new classes and activities to try with your little ones, plus a roundup of the shows and events coming up this Winter for families.
If you receive a copy, check your inbox! If you don't you can also find it here -
https://mailchi.mp/9b577aa91092/january-newsletter-whats-on-for-families-this-month-in-hull-and-the-east-riding

12/01/2026

East Riding Leisure Haltemprice have a NEW soft play session on Saturdays for under 8s (the week day under 5s sessions are still running too)....

🏰NEW Soft Play session for under 8's at East Riding Leisure Haltemprice

📆Saturday 10am - 12noon

£4.40 per child

Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings sessions will still remain for under 5's

Soft Play also runs at other select East Riding Leisure centres

11/01/2026

Look at these amazing cakes!!
F&B Cakehouse are luxury cake makers specialising in bespoke, hand-crafted cakes, cupcakes, cakesicles and seasonal afternoon teas for any occasion.
They're based in Driffield but cover a wide area, with delivery or collection options.

If you have a childs birthday coming up, or any celebration, head over to their page here - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063019310565

10/01/2026

Are you looking for a new class to try with your little one this year?
Check out Little Movers - fun movement classes combining dance, fitness, to support children’s development, confidence and love of moving.
Baby Movers classes are for birth to first steps.
Little Movers classes are for confident walkers up to 5 years old.

Find them at:
Mondays: Brough
Wednesdays: Gilberdyke
Saturdays: Hessle

Full details and booking info is on Mumbler here - https://hullandeastriding.mumbler.co.uk/little-movers-west-hull/

09/01/2026

The Ask a Midwife online service is a fantastic and pretty unique thing we have in our area.
It’s now entering its 6th year! If you have used it and have any feedback or comments please complete the quick survey on their post here…..

09/01/2026

The University of York are doing a research study to understand what parents and caregivers think about their relationship with their child and the support they received for developing this with their baby.
They would like to hear from mums, dads, parents and caregivers in Hull with a baby born since January 2022.

There is an anonymous survey which takes 2-3 minutes to complete. You can also can opt-in at the end to tell them more about your experiences and receive a £25 voucher.
Complete the survey here - https://york.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a5VVzlu0XSwNcN0

08/01/2026

NEW family event for February Half Term!!
‘Glow Nocturnal’ is a series of inflatable installations that come alive after dark. Explore these magical glowing native animal inflatables at Carlton Towers, just on the outskirts of Goole.
Runs 14th to 21st February, 4-8pm daily.

To celebrate this new event, Carlton Towers have kindly given Mumbler a family ticket for 4 people to giveaway!! Simply enter our free prize draw.
Find full details about the event and enter the competition here - https://hullandeastriding.mumbler.co.uk/new-nocturnal-at-carlton-towers-this-february-half-term/

07/01/2026

Look what's coming to Hull New Theatre in February!!
Northern Ballets Little Red Riding Hood is at the theatre for just 1 day in half term - Monday 16th February, with 2 shows at 2pm and 4pm.

We LOVE these children's ballets and have been to many over the years. They're always a lovely show and a good introduction to theatre for young children.
Tickets on sale now, find full details and booking link on Mumbler here -
https://hullandeastriding.mumbler.co.uk/event/northern-ballet-little-red-riding-hood-at-hull-new-theatre/

06/01/2026

The pets seem to have enjoyed our little flurry of snow today ☺️

I’m quite glad all that the frost and ice is being rained off now though!

05/01/2026

We ended our Christmas school holidays with a little getaway to Robin Hoods Bay, here are some of the highlights!
Just an hour and a half drive from Hull but it feels like a different world here.

We've been in Summer with the kids but this time we went on our own! A very very rare thing to happen but really nice to do some decent walks without any moaning.
We walked south on the Cleveland Way coastal path towards Ravenscar one day. The paths have been recently repaired and improved and walking was good underfoot. We stopped at the Boggle Hole YHA for a drink which is an amazing place to try.

The second day we woke to a snowstorm so decided not to walk the coast path but instead used the Cinder Track to walk to Whitby and back. Its 10km each way so you can walk/cycle one way and bus back, or brave both directions. Its a good flat path with incredible views.

We stayed at North Ings - Robin Hood's Bay which was an amazing B&B! It is no kids and no dogs though so sadly we wont be staying in the Summer with the teens and pup (but will be starting to ask now for my mum to babysit again so we can return on our own!).

We had a great meal out at Brambles Bistro and also really enjoyed drinks at the Smugglers, both right by the sea in lower RHB.

Parking in the top car parks is FREE in Winter! Which is a bonus if you want to drive up and go up for a walk at this time of year, or if you are staying in accommodation without parking.
The bus also runs every hour from Scarborough to Whitby and stops at RHB if you need public transport.

I'm sad to be back but already planning our next trip to the North York Moors National Park.

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