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December 2013
Winter Wonderland Christmas Party!
Our Winter Wonderland Christmas party will be held on 15th December, 2-4pm at Glossop Cricket Club. Tickets will go on sale on 28th November for NCT members, and 30th November for non members. Tickets go quickly so make sure you book early so you and your little one's are not dissapointed!
Nearly New Sale - Want to sell your baby stuff?
Our next Nearly New Sale will be on Saturday 19th October 2013. We are now accepting Sellers so please see our sellers page to get all of the information and materials you need.
Baby First Aid Course - Book your place today!
The next courses will be on Monday 21st October 2013 7pm-9pm at Glossop Cricket Club. Please click here for more information or to download a booking form.
New Group! "Waddlers & Toddlers"
Come and meet up for a waddle around the park every Friday afternoon at 10:30am! We are currently alternating between Manor Park and Bankswood Park. This is an all weather group so we meet come rain or shine (unless it's reeeally bad!). Join our facebook page to see where we are meeting next or email nctglossop@gmail.com.
NCT CanParent Course!
Good news! NCT are running a weekly evening CANParent course at Bradbury Community House for parents of babies and young children focusing on the 0-2 age group, but up to 5 years old. More course details here. FREE with a voucher (click here to find out how to get yours).
March 2013
Mother's Day Pampering Event!
Come along to our special Mother's Day Bumps and Babes for pampering and gifts! Bring a friend or family member with you so that you can be pampered whilst your baby plays! Goody Bags, Cakes, Massages, mini pedicures, mummy and baby photoshoots. Click here for more info.
Baby First Aid Course - Book your place today!
The next courses will be on Monday 21st April 2013 7pm-9pm at Glossop Cricket Club. Please click here for more information or to download a booking form.
Nearly New Sale - Want to sell your baby stuff?
Our next Nearly New Sale will be on Saturday 4th May. We are now accepting Sellers so please see our sellers page to get all of the information and materials you need.
October 2012
Rooney Moos Halloween Party instead of Bumps on 31st Oct
Our Bumps, Babies & Beyond group at Rooney and Moos will not be running next Wednesday 31st October as there will be a halloween party going on! 1pm-3pm. A few of us will be going anyway, tickets are £7 and can be bought from Rooney & Moos. There may be a few left on the door but please call to check.
Nearly New Sale
Thanks to everyone who shopped, sold, and volunteered at our NNS on the 20th, we hope that you got some good bargains! Thanks to you our branch raised over £700. Our next sale will be in April/May time so keep an eye out.
September 2012
NCT CanParent Course!
Good news! NCT are running a weekly evening CANParent course starting on Thurs 11th Nov at Bradbury Community House for parents of babies and young children focusing on the 0-2 age group, but up to 5 years old. More course details here. FREE with a voucher (click here to find out how to get yours).
Cheeky Monkeys Tea Party!
Thanks to you we raised over £150 for our branch. Can't wait for the next one!
August 2012
WIN A SUMMERTIME SLEEPING SET FOR YOUR BABY
PurFlo is giving NCT Glossop members the chance to win a Summertime Sleeping Set! Our lucky winner will be treated to a PurFlo Shleepy Baby Comforter worth £12.99 – an award winning bedtime buddy to comfort your baby to sleep, as well as an Embroidered SleepSac worth £34.95 that's suitable for babies aged 3 - 9 months and 1.0 Tog so it's perfect for the warmer summer months or holidays. To be in with a chance of winning this fantastic prize, email your name, address and telephone number to nctglossopnewsletter@gmail.com. Terms and conditions apply.
Nearly New Sale - Want to sell your baby stuff?
Our next Nearly New Sale will be on Saturday 20th October 2012. We will be registering sellers from the 20th August so keep an eye on our sellers page to get all of the information and materials you need.
Cheeky Monkeys Tea Party!
Come and join in the fun at our Cheeky Monkeys Tea Party on Thursday 20th September and help us to raise money to support parents! There will be Games, Crafts, Entertainment, Homemade Cakes, Prizes and more! Click here for more information.
New Bumps, Babes & Beyond Time!
Our BBB Group at Mr Clown's Fun zone is now on at a new time of 1:30pm-3pm every Friday. Hope to see you there!
July 2012
New Bumps, Babes & Beyond Group!
Our brand new group has just started up at Rooney & Moos Play centre, every Wednesday 1pm-3pm. All Welcome. Click here for more info.
Baby First Aid Course - Book your place today!
The next courses will be on Monday 17th September & 10th December 7pm-9pm at Glossop Cricket Club. Please click here for more information or to download a booking form.
Nearly New Sale - Want to sell your baby stuff?
Our next Nearly New Sale will be on Saturday 20th October 2012. We will be registering sellers from the 20th August so keep an eye on our sellers page to get all of the information and materials you need.
Baby First Aid Course
The next course will be in September. Please keep an eye out for dates or join our mailing list to find out when places become available to book.
Summer Newsletter
We are proud to welcome our new Newsletter Editor Alison who has taken on the role of creating our brand new information packed newsletters which will go out to all of our members. If you would like to advertise in our newsletter please click here to find out more.
May 2012
Would you like to be our new Advertising Co-Ordinator?
Advertising and sponsorship raise essential funds for the NCT and help ensure that your branch publications and services to parents can happen. By raising money for the NCT you are helping your branch to reach scores, hundreds or even thousands of parents locally, and helping the charity as a whole to support over a million parents every year. If you are interested please let us know - nctglossop@gmail.com.
Join our Mailing List!
If you would like to be kept up to date about all of our upcoming courses, events & news please Click here to subscribe to our newsletter.
April 2012
Welcome to Parenthood Event!
An event for all new and expectant parents in Glossop & surrounding areas! Come along to find out about what the local area has to offer you in preparation for your birth and life with a new baby! Saturday May 26th 10am-2pm. Click here for more information.
Newsletter Editor
Would you like to be our new Newsletter Editor? You could make a huge difference to parents in the Glossop area through publishing information and support in our quarterly branch newsletter. No experience is required, we can offer you loads of help and templates to get you started. If you are interested please let us know - nctglossop@gmail.com.
Nearly New Sale
Our Nearly New Sale will be on Saturday 14th April 2012, 11am-12:30pm at the Central Methodist Church in Glossop. Don't forget to pop into our cafe for a delicious homemade cake, and please tell your friends! Join the event on facebook!
Febraury 2012
Baby First Aid Course
The next course will be on Wednesday 20th June 2012. Please book early to secure your place. Click here for more info.
Mother's Day Pampering Event!
Come along to our special Mother's Day Bumps and Babes for pampering and gifts! Bring a friend or family member with you so that you can be pampered whilst your baby plays! Goody Bags, Cakes, Pre & Postnatal Massages. Click here for more info.
New Active Birth Workshops!
Our Active Birth Workshops are 2hr workshops for pregnant women (30 weeks+) & their birth partners. Sessions cover: Understanding the birth process, Breathing for labour, Positions & movement, Partner support & Relaxation. Click here for more info or to book.
Nearly New Sale - Want to sell your baby stuff?
Our next Nearly New Sale will be on Saturday 14th April 2012. If you want to sell then visit our sellers page to get all of the information and materials you need.
Baby First Aid Course
Now fully booked! Please email us at nctglossop@gmail.com if you would like to be put on the waiting list for the next course, or if you would like to be contacted about future Baby First Aid courses.
January 2012
Nearly New Sale Coming Soon!
Our next Nearly New Sale is on Saturday 14th April. They are a great opportunity to buy good-quality baby & children’s clothes, nursery equipment, toys, books and maternity wear. There will also be a cafe serving delicious home made cakes.
Fun Information Session!
We are having a free Bumps & Babes Session on Thursday 12th Jan, 10:30am-12pm. There will be a free Baby Sensory taster session, free cakes & drinks, and a chance for you to learn about the National Childbirth Trust and the work that we do in Glossop & District. All parents, babies & parents-to-be very welcome! Click here for more info.
December 2011
Get Involved!
Volunteering for NCT gives you an opportunity to use, and develop, your skills, experience, creativity and enthusiasm while making a difference to parents locally and throughout the UK. All while making friends and having fun. Visit our "Get Involved" page to find out more.
Grant for New Breastfeeding Councellor
NCT Glossop now has a location based grant in place to sponsor one person to train as a Breastfeeding Councellor! Applicants must apply by then end of October. For more information please see our Jobs and Training page or get in touch.
Winter Wonderland Family Party
Following the success of last year's party, we have hired a much bigger venue for our Winter Wonderland Family Party! Bring your family, friends & little ones for Fun, Festive treats, and of course Father Christmas! Sunday 11th December 2pm - 4pm, Glossop Cricket Club.
Nearly New Sale a big success!
Thank you to all who came to our NNS! It was our best one yet! We also hope that you enjoyed "Rosie's Tea Room"! Thanks to you we have raised loads of money for our branch and our National Charity. Our next one will be on Saturday 14th April 2012.
October 2011
Nearly New Sale THIS SATURDAY!
Our next Nearly New Sale is on Saturday 22nd October. They are a great opportunity to buy good-quality baby & children’s clothes, nursery equipment, toys, books and maternity wear. Not to mention our delicious homemade cakes in "Rosie's Tea Room"!
Grant for New Breastfeeding Councellor!
NCT Glossop now has a location based grant in place to sponsor one person to train as a Breastfeeding Councellor! Applicants must apply by then end of October. For more information please see our Jobs and Training page or get in touch.
August 2011
Bumps, Babes & Beyond!
Is it time for you and your baby to move up from Bumps and Babes? Then Bumps, Babes & Beyond is perfect for you! Every Friday at Mr Clowns Fun Zone, 10:30am - 12pm. For more info please click here.
Come to our Family BBQ!
Please join us with your family and friends for a BBQ and a Bounce! Our Family BBQ will be held on Sunday 11th September at Glossop Cricket Club. There will be a bouncy castle, the "Creation station", bar & tombola. All are welcome. Click here to find out how to get your tickets!
July 2011
Nearly New Sale Coming Soon!
Our next Nearly New Sale is on Saturday 22nd October. They are a great opportunity to buy good-quality baby & children’s clothes, nursery equipment, toys, books and maternity wear. There will also be a cafe serving delicious home made cakes. If you would like to sell please visit our Sellers Information page.
14-hour Intensive Antenatal Course
There are still a few places left on our September Antenatal Course. It is an intensive 14 hour course split over 2 Saturdays that covers everything you need to know - preparation for labour and birth, feeding, and early parenthood. To find out more, please visit our Antenatal Courses page.
Come along to our Relax, Stretch & Breathe Antenatal Class!
"Relax, Stretch and Breathe" is an NCT antenatal class that focuses on gentle yoga-based postures, breathing techniques, positions for labour and relaxations. It is held every Wednesday at 8pm at Glossop Cricket Club. No need to book, just come along!
Teddy Bear's Picnic
NCT Glossop are planning a Teddy Bear's Picnic in Manor Park on Saturday 6th August at 1pm. We thought it would be a great way to get lots of families together and have fun in the park and let the kids run riot and get fresh air! Join the event on facebook or click here to view the event details.
Bumps and Babes closing until September
Bumps and Babes Glossop will be closed until September 8th, as they are closing the hall to work on the floor. We will be looking for more volunteers to help us run our group when we come back. Hadfield Bumps and Babes will resume on Mondays throughout the Summer.
New Mums2B Facebook Group!
Are you expecting a baby and looking to make some new friends in the Glossop area? Mums2B is just for you! Mums2B offers you a chance to meet new people no matter what stage of pregnancy you are at. Join our Mums2B Facebook Group here!
NCT at the Glossop Carnival!
We will be at Glossop Carnival this weekend with our Baby Changing and Baby Feeding tent! Come along and see us! Can you spare 30 minutes to help man our tent with the team?! Please get in touch!
July 2011
Baby Massage Plus Course Starts Soon!
Infant Massage PLUS is led by Karina Dyer, a Midwife and Attachment Specialist. She will teach you the 'moves' and also support you in becoming a more listening, sensitive and attuned parent. Next course begins Thurs 30th June 1pm-2.30pm, book your place soon to avoid disappointment.
Cheeky Monkeys Tea Party!
Come and join in the fun at our Cheeky Monkeys Tea Party on Thursday 30th June and help us to raise money to support parents! There will be Games, Crafts, Entertainment, Homemade Cakes, Prizes and more! Click here for more information.
Save our Bumps and Babes!
At the end of July, two of our team members will be stepping down from running our weekly Bumps and Babes Coffee Mornings in Glossop, after many years of valuable service! So, we are looking for someone, or a small group, to take over. Unfortunately, if nobody is able to help then we will have to close our beloved coffee morning! This would be such a shame, so please get in touch if you are able to help out! Email nctglossop@gmail.com or visit facebook.com/nctglossop.
Have you booked your Antenatal Course yet?
From where to give birth to knowing when your contractions are really getting underway, NCT Glossop antenatal classes are a great way to find answers to all your questions about labour and birth. To find out more, please visit our Antenatal Courses page.
Another First Aid Course
As our First Aid Course on the 11th June is now fully booked, we are running another one on 26th September. This course is being run on behalf of NCT Glossop by the Red Cross. The course is general first aid awareness but specifically designed to cover issues more relevant to parents ie. choking, hazardous substances, meningitis etc. For more information or to book onto this course, please click here.
May 2011
Welcome to our new look website!
The National NCT website has had a make-over! NCT Glossop has been busy improving our section of this website too - we hope that you like it! If you have any suggestions, or are having any trouble viewing the website, please contact Rosie our webmaster at nctglossopwebsite@gmail.com.
First Aid Course
A First Aid Course is being run on Sat 11th June on behalf of NCT Glossop by the Red Cross. The course is general first aid awareness but specifically designed to cover issues more relevant to parents ie. choking, hazardous substances, meningitis etc. For more information or to book onto this course, please click here.
April 2011
Looking for a new career path?
We are urgently looking for people who would like to train as Post-Natal Leaders and Breastfeeding Counsellors in Glossop and District. For more information please see our Jobs and Training page or get in touch.
March 2011
"Welcome to Parenthood" Event
An information packed event for all expectant parents. There will be Relax, Stretch & Breathe taster sessions, an active birth workshop and a breast feeding session. Amongst other things going on will be slings demonstrations and information on our forthcoming bra fitting service. Click here for event information.
Mums' Top Breastfeeding Spots!
I have been asking local mums where they like to breastfeed their little ones. Click here to have look at the top spots. If you would like to add your favourite spot, or if you would like to find out about how to get a "Breastfeeding is welcome here" window sticker for your shop or business please email nctglossopwebsite@gmail.com
Download the New Activity Calendar!
Rosie our webmaster has created a master calendar of all (known!) baby and toddler activites, clubs and groups in Glossop and surrounding areas. This is available for you to download on the right hand side of the homepage.
'Yummy Mummy' Mothers Day Event
Instead of running our usual Bumps and Babes, we are throwing a special Mothers Day event! Come and join us with your babies and toddlers so that we can all celebrate the joys of being a mother by treating ourselves to cake and goody bags!
New Antenatal Exercise Class Coming Soon!
"Relax, Stretch and Breath" is a new NCT antenatal class that focuses on gentle yoga-based postures, breathing techniques, positions for labour and relaxations. It will be held at the Pilates Studio in Glossop from early May. Click here to find out about it.
February 2011
Bumps and Babes - 'Sling Library'
There will be a lady bringing a 'Sling library' with her to Bumps & babes next Thursday 10th March...so come along if you fancy having a nosey & trying out some slings.
Bumps and Babes - Book Sale!
To celebrate World Book Day we are having a book sale at our Thursday Bumps and Babes (3rd March)! Please bring along all of your unwanted books to help raise money for our NCT branch!
New Breastfeeding Support Group in Gamesley
Little Angels Breastfeeding Support have just informed us that a new breastfeeding support group will be starting on Monday 28th Feb at The Geoffrey Allen Centre in Gamesley. Click here for more details.
Teddybear's Picnic - A success!
A big thank you to all who came to our Teddybear's picnic. We hope that you enjoyed it as much as we did! We will hopefully be running special events like these more often so keep a look out on this website and on our facebook pages.
January 2011
New Antenatal Courses - Book now!
NCT Glossop branch has a new agenda of Antenatal Courses for those with due dates between April and November 2011. Click here for all of the information or to book onto one of our courses.
Bumps and Babes Hadfield - Now on Mondays
We will now be running Bumps and Babes in Hadfield on a Monday at 2pm - 3:30pm at Hadfield Hall. Hopefully this means that more of you are now able to make it as there isn't much on on a Monday afternoon! We would love to see you there! Click here for more information.
New Valentines Event!
Instead of running our usual Bumps and Babes on Thursday 17th February we are throwing a special Valentines event - "Give Yourself a Hug Teddybear's Picnic!".
We need YOU!
Do you want to get involved with the NCT? We are currently looking for poeple to fill the roles of Membership Secretary, Newsheet editor, and Coffee Morning Coordinator. Click here to find out more about these roles and getting involved.
Glossop is full of stuff to do!
There's loads of activites for you and your baby or toddler to get involved with in Glossop, Hadfield, and surrounding areas. There are Music Groups, Baby Swim Sessions, Library Story Sessions, Baby and toddler playgroups and much more. Have a look at our local activites, clubs and groups page and see if anything interests you.
Nearly New Sale - Want to sell?
Our next Nearly New Sale will be on the 2nd April 2011. If you want to sell then visit our sellers page to get all of the information and materials you need.
December 2010
Bumps and Babes - see you in the New Year!
Bumps and Babes Glossop and Hadfield will not be running over the Christmas period - the last one will be on the 16th December in Glossop. Hadfield Bumps will be back on the 11th January, Glossop Bumps on the 13th January. We hope to see you all there, especially all of the new parents!
Winter Wonderland Family Disco
Many thanks to all who joined us to celebrate the festivities & those special volunteers who helped to make The NCT Glossop & District's first Winter Wonderland a huge success! Apologies to those unable to get tickets - a bigger venue next year will be for certain!! Merry Christmas!! From Kate & the team.
November 2010
Join us on Facebook
Why not join our Facebook groups to find out more about our events and clubs or to meet other mums in your area!
Another Nearly New Sale!
Did you enjoy our last Nearly New Sale? Thanks to everybody that came along we raised over £800 for the branch! Our next Nearly New Sale will be on the 2nd April 2011 so don't forget to mark it on your calander.
October 2010
Bumps and Babes comes to Hadfield!
There is now a new coffee group running every Tuesday morning in Hadfield for all mums, dads, babies and parents-to-be! Come along for a friendly chat and a nice warm drink! Click here for more information.
New Breastfeeding Support Group
A new breastfeeding support group has recently started up in Glossop. If you're thinking about breastfeeding for the first time, or if you are already breastfeeding, come along for advice and to meet other breastfeeding mums or mums to be. Click here to find out more.
