Sling Studio
Babywearing in the heart of Leyland
The new sling studio in Leyland is a safe, comfortable, friendly space offering babywearing and parenting groups. Based in the heart of Leyland town centre, it is easily accessed from the motorway with plenty of cheap parking options nearby.
The studio is a safe space for all and is proudly breastfeeding, LGBTQIA+ and disability* friendly.
There will be a full timetable published each month however the general activities will be similar week – by – week. Special events such as workshops and sling walks will be one-off dates throughout the months.
*As the sling studio is only accessible via stairs, there will still be monthly sling library pop-up groups run from ground-floor accessible venues. It is really important that Central Lancashire Slings is for EVERYONE.
Sling Studio Key Info
Leyland
PR25 2SA
By car – easy access from the M6 motorway.
By bus – Hough Lane is on the 111, 109 and 113 bus routes.
Walking – The studio is above The Pantry in Leyland, on a main shopping street with plenty of crossings and lighting.
The nearest car park is Churchill Way Car Park in Leyland. It is free for 1 hour and just £1 for up to 3 hours. It is a 1 minute walk but it can get busy.
There is also parking at King Street car park in Leyland. It is £1 for 3 hours or £3 for all day. It is a 3-5 minute walk and tends to be less busy.
There is also on-street parking down most side roads however these tend to be 1 hour only.
The studio is on the first floor, up a flight of stairs.
Unfortunately there is no space for pram parking at the studio.
When attending, if you are able to bring your baby in arms, in your current sling/carrier, or in the car seat that would be preferable. The car park is less than 1 minutes walk.
If you are not able to attend without a pram (for example if you are walking here), please let us know beforehand and we’ll make sure to help you up the stairs with the pram.
Toilet
Baby change (though please take soiled nappies away with you)
Hot water/kettle for brews and bottles
Waiting area separate from the main consultation/group space
Here’s a typical month at the studio:
- Monday - AM Classes with Hushabye Hands / PM Classes with Singing Mamas
- Tuesday - Available to hire
- Wednesday - Available to hire
- Thursday - Morning & afternoon consultation slots (STOPPED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE)
- Friday - Morning sling library stay & play / Afternoon consultation slots
- Saturday - Morning consultation slots / workshops
For a closer look at each activity type, click on the links below:
Walks (more info soon)