Sheffield Association for Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus

Park Up and Play
2024-01-23 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Elsecar Heritage Centre, Wath Road, Barnsley, S74 8HJ, United Kingdom
Park Up and Play is our play group for parents and children. Come along and meet other local families who are learning to live and thrive with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus. The whole family is welcome – siblings and grandparents included!
This week, we’re meeting at 10am at Elsecar Heritage Centre, Contact Nina (Events Coordinator) on 07752665411 for more details about the trip, including the exact meet point. If you like, we can add you to the WhatsApp group where our outings are organised.
We’re a friendly bunch and love to welcome new faces. We meet every week in term-time, in locations suggested by members of the group. This might be the group for you if you struggle to get to North Sheffield for our other events, since the location is flexible.

Parents Night Out!
2024-01-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Owlerton Stadium, Penistone Road, Sheffield, S6 2DE, United Kingdom
We’re taking our hard-working parent/carers on a night out. It’s time to let your hair down! Join us at Owlerton Stadium on Friday 19th January for a knees up.
Contact Nina on 07752665411 to book your spot! We’d love to see new faces and introduce you to our fabulous community.

Park Up and Play
2024-01-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-09 10:00 - 12:00 | TBC
Park Up and Play is our play group for parents and children. Come along and meet other local families who are learning to live and thrive with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus. The whole family is welcome – siblings and grandparents included!
We meet at 10am every week on either Tuesday or Wednesday morning. Contact Nina (Events Coordinator) on 07752665411 for more details about this week’s trip, including the exact meet point. If you like, we can add you to the WhatsApp group where the trips are organised.
We’re a friendly bunch and love to welcome new faces. We meet every week in term-time, in locations suggested by members of the group. This might be the group for you if you struggle to get to North Sheffield for our other events, since the location is flexible.

Chat Away
2024-01-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Meadowhall Centre, Sheffield, S9 1EP, United Kingdom
Join us for a fun and sociable day. Our accessible adults group is based in South Yorkshire. It’s a great opportunity to get out of the house and meet other SHASBAH members. This week we’re meeting at Meadowhall to plan our sessions for the upcoming term. Contact Nina on 07752665411 or info@shasbah.co.uk to find out more details.
Come along to meet up with friendly folk who also have spina bifida or hydrocephalus. We’ll organise the logistics, you just turn up and have a good time. This group meets every other week, so you can really build lasting relationships and try lots of new things. We’re a welcoming bunch who love to meet new people!
We’ll meet at the Starbucks near H&M in Meadowhall. If you need help with transport or have any concerns, just get in touch and we’d be happy to help. We even offer independent travel training if you’d like to practice using public transport. We hope to see you there.

Park Up and Play
2023-12-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Donna Nook Nature Reserve
Park Up and Play is our play group for parents and children. On our last meeting before the Christmas break, we’re off to Donna Nook Nature Reserve to see their seal pups! Come along and meet other local families who are learning to live and thrive with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus. The whole family is welcome – siblings and grandparents included!
We’re meeting there at 11am. Wrap up warm and bring a packed lunch. Contact Nina (Events Coordinator) on 07752665411 for more details about this trip, including the exact meet point. If you like, we can add you to the WhatsApp group where these trips are organised.
We’re a friendly bunch and love to welcome new faces. We meet every week in term-time, in locations suggested by members of the group. This might be the group for you if you struggle to get to North Sheffield for our other events, since the location is flexible.
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Chat Away at Chatsworth
2023-12-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Chatsworth House, Bakewell, DE45 1PP, United Kingdom
Join us for a fun and sociable day. Our accessible adults group is based in South Yorkshire. It’s a great opportunity to get out of the house and meet other SHASBAH members. This week we’re headed to Chatsworth House for a special Christmas day out! Booking is essential and we can help arrange transport. Contact Nina on 07752665411 or info@shasbah.co.uk to find out more details.
Come along to meet up with friendly folk who also have spina bifida or hydrocephalus. We’ll organise the logistics, you just turn up and have a good time. This group meets every other week, so you can really build lasting relationships and try lots of new things. We’re a welcoming bunch who love to meet new people!
If you need help with transport or have any concerns, just get in touch and we’d be happy to help. We hope to see you there.
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Shasby's Grotto
2023-12-02 11:00 - 15:00 | Burton Street Foundation, 57 Burton Street, Sheffield, S6 2HH
Shasby is coming to town! Come and visit Shasby’s Grotto on Saturday 2nd December. Get into the holiday spirit with our accessible Christmas experience. Each person will receive a free gift from Shasby and there will be plenty of hot drinks and snacks available. Book your visit here.
Your experience is customisable depending on your needs. Shasby’s Grotto will be located at Burton Street Foundation. All SHASBAH members, family, friends and newcomers are invited and the whole event is FREE. Don’t miss out! Contact Nina on 07752665411 or info@shasbah.co.uk for more information.

Park Up and Play
2023-11-29 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-11-22 10:00 - 12:00 | TBC
Park Up and Play is our play group for parents and children. Come along and meet other local families who are learning to live and thrive with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus. The whole family is welcome – siblings and grandparents included!
We meet at the park at 10am and then leave around 12pm. Contact Nina (Events Coordinator) on 07752665411 for more details about this trip, including the exact meet point. If you like, we can add you to the WhatsApp group where these trips are organised.
We’re a friendly bunch and love to welcome new faces. We meet every week in term-time, in locations suggested by members of the group. This might be the group for you if you struggle to get to North Sheffield for our other events, since the location is flexible.

Parents Night Out!
2023-11-25 18:30 - 22:00 | Boom Battle Bar, Unit 4&5, The Moor, Sheffield, S1 4PA
We’re taking our hard-working parent/carers on a night out. It’s time to let your hair down! Join us at Boom Battle Bar on Saturday 25th November for a knees up.
Contact Nina on 07752665411 to book your spot! We’d love to see new faces and introduce you to our fabulous community.

Chat Away in Barnsley
2023-11-20 11:00 - 14:00 | Barnsley Market Kitchen, The Glass Works, Barnsley, S70 1GW, United Kingdom
Join us for a fun and sociable day. Our accessible adults group is based in South Yorkshire. It’s a great opportunity to get out of the house and meet other SHASBAH members. This week we’re going bowling, followed by lunch at Barnsley Market Kitchen. Contact Nina on 07752665411 or info@shasbah.co.uk to find out more details.
Come along to meet up with friendly folk who also have spina bifida or hydrocephalus. We’ll organise the logistics, you just turn up and have a good time. This group meets every other week, so you can really build lasting relationships and try lots of new things. We’re a welcoming bunch who love to meet new people!
If you need help with transport or have any concerns, just get in touch and we’d be happy to help. We hope to see you there.

Autumn Adventure Day
2023-11-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Conkers Discovery Centre, Rawdon Road, DE12 6GA
Join us for an accessible outdoor adventure! We’re heading to Conkers Discovery Centre for some autumn fun in the countryside. All SHASBAH members, friends and supporters are invited to come along. Sign up here!
Get in touch with Nina on 07752 665411 if you need help with transport. The event is FREE but bring a packed lunch with you. Let’s get out in the Peak District together.

Park Up and Play
2023-11-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-11-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-11-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-11-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-10-31 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-10-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 | TBC
Park Up and Play is our play group for parents and children. Come along and meet other local families who are learning to live and thrive with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus. The whole family is welcome – siblings, grandparents etc. included!
We meet at the park at 10am and then leave around 12pm. Contact Nina (Events Coordinator) on 07752665411 for more details about this trip, including the exact meet point. If you like, we can add you to the WhatsApp group where these trips are organised.
We’re a friendly bunch and love to welcome new faces. We meet every week in term-time, in locations suggested by members of the group. This might be the group for you if you struggle to get to North Sheffield for our other events, since the location is flexible.

Treasure Hunt & AGM
2023-10-14 14:00 - 16:30 | Burton Street Foundation, 57 Burton Street, Sheffield, S6 2HH
It’s that time of year again! Our AGM is on Saturday 14th October, paired with a fun, accessible treasure hunt for all ages. There may even be Lego involved…
Come and hear what’s been going on behind the scenes in our charity. There will be opportunities to vote in important roles on our charity board of trustees! Then we’ll have snacks, drinks and time to meet and hang out together as a community. We can’t wait to see you there.
This event is free to attend and the location is our base at Burton Street Foundation in Hillsborough, Sheffield.

Winter Party
2023-01-15 12:00 - 15:00 | Burton Street Foundation, 57 Burton Street, Sheffield, S6 2HH
Save the date! Sunday 15th January is our Annual Winter Party in Sheffield. It’s a whole charity event, for all ages and stages, new or old faces. We can promise food, drinks, fun, catching up… and of course presents. Shake off those January blues with SHASBAH!
We’ll be at the Burton Street Foundation in Hillsborough from 12-3pm. This is a fully accessible venue. Entry is FREE of course, we’d love to see as many faces as possible.
Thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund for our Reaching Communities grant that allows us to run our whole charity get-togethers!

Dads Night Out!
2023-01-06 19:00 - 23:00
We’re taking our hard-working parent/carers on a Christmas night out. Dads, it’s your turn on Friday 6th Jan! We’ll be heading out in Sheffield City Centre to shake off those January blues. It’s a great chance to meet other local dads in a very relaxed setting. Get in touch with Nina for details and to book your place.

Form Filling Fun
2022-12-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-12-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-11-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-11-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Burton Street Foundation, 57 Burton Street, Sheffield, S6 2HH
Form Filling Fun is our new weekly group for the winter months. We’re hosting drop in sessions on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings for SHASBAH members and parents to come and support each other in getting life admin done. We’ll provide encouragement, advice from personal experience, cake, hot drinks and a creche for little ones.
Drop in anytime between 10am and 12pm, Monday to Wednesday, at our Burton Street base. Just let us know beforehand when to expect you by contacting Nina (Events Coordinator) on 07752665411. We’re a friendly bunch and love to welcome new faces.

Chat Away
2022-12-08 19:00 - 22:00 | The Leadmill, 6 Leadmill Road, Sheffield, S1 4SE, United Kingdom
Join us for a Christmas party! On Thursday 1st December, we’re planning a special trip to the Leadmill for the Under The Stars night. Under the Stars is an amazing club night organised especially for people with additional needs. It’s going to be a memorable one! Contact Nina on 07752665411 or info@shasbah.co.uk to find out more details.
Come along to meet up with friendly folk who also have spina bifida or hydrocephalus. We’ll organise the logistics, you just turn up and have a good time. This group meets every other week, so you can really build lasting relationships and try lots of new things. We’re a welcoming bunch who love to meet new people!
Our venues are always accessible. If you need help with transport or have any concerns, just get in touch and we’d be happy to help. We hope to see you there.

Barnsley Inclusive Playgroup
2022-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Lundwood Family Centre, Littleworth Lane, Lundwood, S71 5RG, United Kingdom
Barnsley Inclusive Playgroup is our monthly group for our young members and their parents or carers who are local to Barnsley. This session is brand new for 2022! We’re excited to bring our services closer to families in this area of South Yorkshire.
We have a welcoming space for kids to have lots of fun, meaning that parents can meet and chat with each other. Entry is free and a hot drink is provided. Siblings are welcome to join us too.
Our friendly team set up and run plenty of activities, including books, sensory fun, toys and music. The children have a great time and it’s a great opportunity to connect with other parents/carers who are in a similar situation. We meet every week, so you can really build lasting relationships. Our team members also have personal experience of children with additional needs, making it a unique and helpful local group.
Our venues are excellent and easily accessible. We alternate between two family centres, so make sure to check the location for each week. We hope to see you at our NEW Barnsley inclusive playgroup!
