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 on social media 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.

Sling Studio Key Info

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2 Sumner Street
Leyland
PR25 2LD

By car – easy access from the M6 motorway. 

By bus – Sumner Street is just off Hough Lane, which is on the 111, 109 and 113 bus routes.

The nearest car park is Sumner Street Car Park in Leyland. It is free for 1 hour and just £1 for up to 3 hours.

There is also parking at King Street car park in Leyland. It is £1 for 3 hours or £3 for all day.

There is also on-street parking down most side roads however these tend to be 1 hour only.

The studio is on the ground floor and accessible to wheelchairs. There are no disability aids in the toilet area. 

There is space to bring prams into the studio however 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.

Toilet

Baby change (though please take soiled nappies away with you)

Hot water/kettle for brews and bottles

Here’s a typical month at the studio:

  • Monday - AM Sling library fit-check slots. PM Baby & Toddler stay & play session (2 fit-check slots also available)
  • Tuesday - AM & PM consultation slots available
  • Wednesday - Available to hire
  • Thursday - AM & PM consultation slots available
  • Friday - AM Sling library fit-check slots. PM Baby stay & play session (2 fit-check slots also available)
  • Saturday - AM consultation slot

For a closer look at each activity type, click on the links below:

Consultations

Drop in sling library

Workshops

Walks (more info soon)