Families arrive to a beautiful sensory discovery tray — natural materials to explore freely while everyone settles in. No structured start, no pressure. Children arrive in their own time.
Each session has a gentle theme — planting, mud kitchen, nature art, water play or seasonal exploration. The activity unfolds naturally, always following the children’s curiosity.
Every child leaves with something to take home — a planted pot, a seed bomb, artwork or a small collection of natural treasures..
AGES
12m – 4 yrs Parent accompanied
DURATION
50 mins
Perfect for little ones
GROUP SIZE
Max 8 Small and unhurried
SESSIONS BY LOCATION
Choose your location
We’re launching in South Shields first, with Sunderland sessions following very soon.
We have more families waiting in Sunderland than anywhere else and we’re working hard to confirm a beautiful venue for you. Sessions will follow the same format as South Shields — calm, small, nature-led and completely magical.
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Register below and you’ll be the very first to hear when Sunderland sessions open for booking. We expect to announce soon.
Yes – all sessions are parent-accompanied throughout. This is part of what makes The Seashell Garden special.
When are Sunderland sessions starting?
We’re working to confirm a Sunderland venue very soon. Register your interest above and you’ll be the very first to know – we have more families waiting in Sunderland than anywhere else and we want to get there as quickly as possible.
What should we wear?
Old clothes you don’t mind getting muddy, and wellies if you have them. Some sessions are beautifully messy — we’ll always let you know in advance.
What if it rains?
Both venues have indoor space available, so sessions run whatever the weather. We embrace the outdoors in all conditions!
My child is very young — is that okay?
Absolutely — we welcome children from 12 months. Babies often have the most wonderful responses to natural materials.
How do I book?
Use the booking button on this page. Payment is taken at the time of booking. Places are limited to 6 children per session so we recommend booking early.
Follow along for updates or get in touch, we’d love to hear from you.