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Play Works Play Works is a local charity that supports children, families and communities across West Lothian. We love outdoor adventures and play is our work!

We offer a wide range of play-based activities, groups, one-to-one supports and community events. Play Works has been supporting children, families and communities, across West Lothian, since 1988. We are established, playful & adventurous. From our beginnings at Broxburn Family Centre, we opened The Range Playground in 1997, followed by Simply Play in 2010, the Dale Hub in 2013 and Playbase in 2017. In 2022 we brought everything together under the name Play Works. We believe that play works for children, for families and for communities and we know, from research and our own experience, that a range of play and adventurous activities, benefit children greatly and improve their wellbeing and outcomes.

📢 Important UpdateOur weekly cold water immersion session has now moved to Thursdays.🗓 Every Thursday, 5:15pm–6:15pm📍 Th...
14/10/2026

📢 Important Update

Our weekly cold water immersion session has now moved to Thursdays.

🗓 Every Thursday, 5:15pm–6:15pm
📍 The Dale Hub, Unit 26 Bathville Business Units, Armadale, EH48 2ND

Led by a qualified Wim Hof instructor, these free sessions include guided breathing techniques followed by optional cold water immersion.

Open to anyone living in the Armadale area. Wear whatever clothing you feel comfortable dipping in.

For more information or to book a place, contact Lauren on 07549 994563 or email [email protected].

Funder Highlight! 💚We couldn’t reach the people we do, nor have the impact we have, without the support of our funders. ...
12/10/2026

Funder Highlight! 💚

We couldn’t reach the people we do, nor have the impact we have, without the support of our funders. Today, we’re highlighting the Scottish Government’s Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund.

At Play Works, we believe that the benefits of play are not just for children, but for the whole family. We were therefore delighted to be awarded two years of funding from the Scottish Governments' West Lothian Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund in early 2026.

This funding enables us to deliver the adult-focused aspects of our work, supporting people experiencing loneliness, social isolation, poverty, and inequality.

Through activities such as 1:1 support sessions, cold-water immersion, and community gardening, participants have opportunities to build positive relationships, develop self-care skills, and increase their capacity to improve their mental wellbeing.

We are incredibly grateful for this support and the difference it is helping us make in the lives of adults across our community.

Autumn has arrived, and at Bridgend Zippy Kids we're making the most of every moment! Zippy Kids is a collaborative init...
24/09/2026

Autumn has arrived, and at Bridgend Zippy Kids we're making the most of every moment!

Zippy Kids is a collaborative initiative with Bridgend Primary School, giving children the opportunity to explore, play and socialise in new environments while building confidence, friendships and new skills.

Take a look at some of our brilliant jumps! 🍂

You are warmly invited to attend our Annual General Meeting (AGM).📅 Date: Thursday, 8 October 2026🕖 Time: 7:00pm📍 Venue:...
15/09/2026

You are warmly invited to attend our Annual General Meeting (AGM).

📅 Date: Thursday, 8 October 2026
🕖 Time: 7:00pm
📍 Venue: The Dale Hub, Unit 26 Bathville Business Units,
Armadale Industrial Estate, Armadale, EH48 2ND

The AGM is a great opportunity to celebrate the highlights and impact of the past year, share updates from our programmes and activities, and look ahead to exciting plans for the future!

Please let us know if you will be attending by clicking the RSVP link below.
👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/t3W9wCC8Zr

Our Stay and Play sessions are perfect for confident walkers through to pre-schoolers, offering plenty of opportunities ...
15/09/2026

Our Stay and Play sessions are perfect for confident walkers through to pre-schoolers, offering plenty of opportunities for children to learn, imagine and grow through play.

At Play Works, we believe that play helps children and families become happier, healthier and more connected. Each session is filled with opportunities for little ones to explore, create and have fun, while parents and carers can relax, chat and make new connections too.

📍 The Dale Hub, Armadale, EH48 2ND
🗓️ Every Friday
⏰ 10:00am - 11:00am

To find out more or book your place, contact Lauren:
📞 07549 994563
📧 [email protected]

Come along and make some playful memories with us! ✨🎨🧩🚂

Messy Babies is a sensory play session designed especially for pre-walkers, packed with exciting colours, textures and p...
11/09/2026

Messy Babies is a sensory play session designed especially for pre-walkers, packed with exciting colours, textures and plenty of opportunities to get messy in the best possible way!

Each week brings a new theme, giving babies the chance to discover, explore and engage their senses through safe, hands-on play. It's also a lovely opportunity to meet other local parents and carers in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

📍 The Dale Hub, Armadale, EH48 2ND
🗓️ Every Thursday
⏰ 1:00pm - 2:00pm

To join us, contact Lauren:
📞 07549 994563
📧 [email protected]

We'd love to welcome you and your little one! 💕✨

🌟 Could FREE childcare support help your family? 🌟Play Works has secured funding through the Scottish Government's Child...
11/09/2026

🌟 Could FREE childcare support help your family? 🌟

Play Works has secured funding through the Scottish Government's Childcare Support Fund until 31 March 2027.

This funding may help eligible families access childcare when costs are creating financial pressure or making it harder to take part in work, training, or education.

You may be eligible if you:
✅ Live in one of the eligible community areas;
✅ Are part of one of the Scottish Government's priority family groups; and/or
✅ Would benefit from childcare support to improve family wellbeing, support employment, education, or training, or reduce financial pressures

👉 Click the link in the comments to check if you're eligible.

We're here to help. Once submitted, we'll review your information and contact you to discuss the support available.

📧 Questions or need help completing the form? Contact Sandra Hartley at [email protected]

🌟 Funder Highlight! 🌟We couldn't reach the families we support, nor make the impact we do, without the generosity of our...
07/09/2026

🌟 Funder Highlight! 🌟

We couldn't reach the families we support, nor make the impact we do, without the generosity of our funders. Today we're highlighting RS Macdonald Charitable Trust.

In April 2026, the Trust awarded Play Works three years of funding to support our outreach work across isolated communities in West Lothian.

This funding will help us deliver:

🎈 1:1 therapeutic play sessions
🤝 1:1 family support
🧸 Stay & Play and Pop-Up Play sessions
⭐ Our Zippy Kids and Zippy Families programmes

Through these activities, parents and children will be supported to build stronger attachments, increase confidence, strengthen relationships, and develop the skills and support networks that help families thrive.

A huge thank you to RS Macdonald Charitable Trust for helping us continue this important work and reach families who need it most.

👶Did you know our Play Babies session takes place every Monday from 1pm to 2pm at Broxburn Family Centre? Play Babies is...
03/09/2026

👶Did you know our Play Babies session takes place every Monday from 1pm to 2pm at Broxburn Family Centre?

Play Babies is a relaxed and welcoming group for parents, carers and babies from birth onwards. It's a wonderful opportunity for little ones to explore sensory play, discover new experiences and begin developing through play in a safe and supportive environment.

The session is just as much for grown-ups too, offering a chance to meet other parents, share experiences, enjoy a chat and make new connections within the community.

Whether you're a first-time parent or adding to your growing family, there's always a warm welcome waiting for you.

📍 Broxburn Family Centre, Broxburn, EH52 6EY
🕐 Mondays | 1pm to 2pm
📞 07717 837775
📧 [email protected]

We'd love to see you and your little one there! 💜

🔍 Lost Property 🔍We've collected a number of items that were left behind during our summer activities at The Range Playg...
31/08/2026

🔍 Lost Property 🔍

We've collected a number of items that were left behind during our summer activities at The Range Playground.

If you think any of these items belong to you or your child, please get in touch. We'd love to reunite everyone with their lost property before anything goes unclaimed!

Please contact:
📞Lynne on 07985 763377
📅by Thursday 3rd September.

Any unclaimed items after this date may be donated or disposed of.

Thank you! 😊

Address

Unit 1, Kirkhill Business Units, Park Court, Broxburn
Broxburn
EH526EE

Telephone

+441506857158

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