Our Community Meet-ups.
“Kids events for Grown-ups”
In Worthing and beyond.
At Honey House we live breathe and sleep family-centric activities
What’s a family-centric event - and why does it matter?
A family-centric activity is something a parent would do even if their child wasn’t there. Think cooking, crafting, walking.
The sticky situation we’ve found ourselves in is that in trying to do things to make our children happy we are in fact prioritising structured, isolated experiences over integrated, meaningful family participation.
These child-centric activities like soft play have become norm in the West and are not only impacting child behaviour and family dynamics but also putting increased pressure on parents to keep up what we at Honey House call ‘parentertainment’.
The good news is that the secret really is much easier than the status quo. Honey House events are designed to gently re-invite your child into your world with events designed for you - but tweaked to suit them. Join the club, relax those shoulders and let’s have some fun.
Join our lovely meet-ups community for £8.99 per month. You’ll get:
Up to 5 Worthing meet-ups per month included.
Half-price on evening events.
Access to our lovely, friendly Whatsapp group.
Quarterly sauna and beach meet and stroll.
Peace of mind, fun and friends
£8.99 per month. Cancel any time.
Our Core Community Events
Badges & Brekkie
Join us for Badges & Brekkie—a relaxed and welcoming event for parents with babies and toddlers. There are five main parts to the event that make it a perfect way to unwind and connect:
Get a coffee and chill – Start by grabbing a coffee and relaxing in a calm, nurturing space.
Pick a badge and chat – Choose a "feelings" badge that resonates with you, like "finding matrescence hard" or "feeling confident today," and open up a conversation with fellow parents.
Find some crafts and create – Let your little one explore simple crafts like painting or play dough while you enjoy some creative time together.
Get a massage and unwind – Take a moment for yourself with a 10-20 minute massage from our on-site therapist while your little one plays nearby.
Listen and learn – Every month, we bring in expert talks from early years professionals, including sleep experts and nutritionists, so you can gain valuable insights while enjoying a relaxed atmosphere with your small one.
Plus, we’ve got a baby corner and a dedicated parent pamper zone, complete with hand cream, sweets, and lifestyle books to help you feel relaxed and recharged.
Our monthly Badges & Brekkie event is like a mini-festival—designed to help you recharge, make friends, and have fun.
Who’s it best for?
Babies + Toddlers (0-5)
Why come?
A nurturing, family-friendly environment
Pick a badge and start a conversation
Simple crafts for toddlers
Massages and pampering for parents
Our Ethos
At Honey House, we believe in bringing families together through activities you’d enjoy, even without the kids. We aim to move away from isolated, child-centric experiences and instead foster meaningful family participation. Our events are designed to nurture both parents and children in a calm, welcoming space. Come join us, loosen those shoulders, and have a blumin great morning.
‘Parenting Pep Talks’ Supper and Brunch Clubs
Join us for Parenting Pep Talks, in partnership with Respectful Parenting Co, a laid-back event where parents can get helpful, respectful, and common-sense parenting advice in a non-traditional setting. No town halls, no clinical rooms—just great conversations in a beautiful setting helping parents learn how to connect with their children and naturally encourage family cohesion.
These sessions include delicious food and drinks and offer a relaxed, supportive space to discuss any child behaviour challenges you’re facing. Each session is themed from ‘Sharing & Consent’ to ‘Rethinking Punishment’ and are designed to help parents build a stronger connection with their child, gain a deeper understanding of their needs, and naturally encourage cooperation at the heart of your family. As well as making some new parents friends and having a genuinely awesome time too. Open to all parents (couples encouraged to come together, but we understand this can be tricky with childcare!) and babes in arms are welcome.
Who’s it best for?
Parents with children aged 18 months - 7 years who are seeking helpful and non judgemental advice on navigating their child’s behaviour through the ages and stages of the early years.
Why Come?
If you’re feeling disconnected from your child or struggling to get through to them.
If you’re overwhelmed or unsure about parenting approaches.
If you’re confused by gentle parenting advice, or caught between that and stricter guidance from the older generation.
If you’re regularly dealing with difficult behaviour or feeling a lack of control or empowerment.
If you feel you parenting style and your partner’s parenting style differs and you want to find a common ground you both understand and agree on.
You often find yourself resorting to parenting techniques you don’t feel comfortable with like the naughty step.
If you’re parenting a neurodivergent or SEN child.
If you want to meet other parents with children of a similar age or to swap advice.
Afternoon Boredom Club
The Afternoon Boredom Club is for all us parents who feel like it’s midnight by 4pm. You’ve been up since 5am, you’re pooped, you’ve run out of ideas and you’ve still got 5 hours til bedtime.
The Afternoon Boredom Club (ABC) is not about heavily entertaining your kids—it’s about creating a space where you can actually enjoy the time you spend together. No more ‘parentertainment’.
The point of Afternoon Boredom Club is to offer a fun and relaxing atmosphere where you can be a parent and a person at the same time. It’s an easy, family-centric activity that lets you kick back, feel good, and have a proper laugh with your little one, without the stress of having to entertain them every minute.
So, come on down, grab a coffee or a glass of wine (you’ve earned it), and enjoy a bunch of simple pleasures:
Colouring-in and stickers
Play dough and moulding clay
Drawing and painting
Simple co-craft activities like vase decorating or seed ball making
Upcycling opportunities using preloved materials
Construction play like lego, trains and building flowers
Baby corner with stacking blocks, eggies, magnets and more
Parent pamper zone with hand cream, eye masks, lifestyle books and sweets
Who’s it best for?
Babies + Toddlers (0-5)
Why Come?
Afternoon Boredom Club takes the legwork out of thinking up family-centric activities that benefit both family cohesion and child behaviour. It’s about being together, having fun, and strengthening connections.
The ABC is not about grand activities or you having to entertain your child —it’s about enjoying the simple things and you both having a relaxed time.
It’s a sociable, friendly event—perfect for meeting other parents and making new friends.
Daisy is always on hand, chatting and making introductions to keep the atmosphere warm and welcoming.
Our Locations
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Worthing
Our First Location. Embodying beach life underpinning our view on life. We have some amazing partners such as The Railway Pub, Gails Bakery, Audio Active, La Dolce Vita and Fire, Salt Sea beach sauna.
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Brighton and Shoreham
Coming Soon.
Please give us a shout if you want to get involved - or have a new location idea.
About the family-centric approach and why we think it’s wonderful.
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Reduce parental burnout
Remove pressure of constant child entertainment
Reduce cost of structured children's activities
Normalise imperfect parenting experiences
Create space for individual self-care
Allow more balanced personal identity
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Teach cooperation and empathy
Develop children's sense of competence
Develop children’s emotional intelligence
Increase children's sense of belonging
Build confidence through meaningful contribution
Teaches cooperation through participation
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Child-centric activities - ones where only a child’s experience has been considered can negatively impact child behaviour in several key ways:
Increased attention-seeking behaviours
Increased sense of entitlement
Reduced ability to self-regulate and manage frustration
Increased childhood anxiety
Performance-based self-worth
Reduced resilience and frustration tolerance