Parties

Thank you for choosing Arty Explorers, to celebrate your special day! Our Pre-School Art studio is the best party venue for children under 5 years to celebrate any occasion!

We would love to help celebrate your child’s special event here at Arty Explorers providing you with an exclusive venue hire! Available Saturdays 2.30-4pm and Sundays 10-11.30am. Parties are for children aged 5 and under, we can accommodate up to 18 children and accompanying adults.

At our Arty Party, you will enjoy exclusive imaginary and creative play in our art studio along with time for food and party games too!

Guest Arrival: Children can decorate their crowns as they wait for all the guests to arrive. An Arty Explorers party leader will help to greet your guests.

Play: Play can begin once all your guests arrive. The studio will be set with multi themed messy, sensory, imaginative, art and craft play activities suitable for the age and stage of the children attending the party. Each child will be able to make their own art and craft piece to take home with support and guidance from your Arty Explorers party leader.

Party Room: You and your guests will have access to our first floor party room to enjoy a short break and re-fuel with food and drinks. We will finish your party by singing happy birthday and playing pass the parcel.

Access to our first floor party room gives you the opportunity to provide your own party food/snacks, alternatively, you can order your exclusive Arty Party Platters supplied by Ruddi’s of Slaithwaite.

Additions to your party can also include Arty party bags and personalised art canvas made at the party!

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What is the maximum number of children that can attend a party?

Can older children and siblings attend a party?

What days and times are parties available?

Do you supply party decorations?

Do you supply party food?

How many staff members are at a party?

Is there parking available?

Is drop off allowed?

Do you provide themed parties?

How do I enquire about choosing a party date?

Is a deposit required?

When is the final payment due?

What is the maximum number of children that can attend a party?

18 children (babies in arms not included)

Can older children and siblings attend a party?

Our studio is a purpose made Pre-School Art studio for children under 5 years. Older children and siblings are welcome to attend but they must be included in your guest list. We do ask that older children are mindful of the younger children and respect our studio space.

What days and times are parties available?

Our party bookings are on a Saturday at 2.30pm until 4pm or a Sunday 10.30am to 12pm subject to availability

Do you supply party decorations?

Our studio is already very colourful and decorated. If you would like to bring your own party/birthday decorations, you are more than welcome to do so.

Do you supply party food?

We do not personally supply party food however we do have an exclusive Arty Explorers buffet menu with food that can be supplied by Ruddis Retreat. Prices start from £4 per head. You are also more than welcome to provide your own catering. Please note that hot drinks are not permitted within the studio.

How many staff members are at a party?

There will be two Arty Party Leaders to facilitate your party. Both leaders are DBS and paediatric first aid trained.

Is there parking available?

We do not have our own private car park, however, there is a lot of free parking within the village centre.

Is drop off allowed?

As children are 5 years and under, they do require an adult to be present for the duration of the party.

Do you provide themed parties?

All of our parties are multi-themed, please let us know what interest your child has and will try to include this into our activities!

How do I enquire about choosing a party date?

Please contact us our Arty Explorers Party booking link above to choose your date. A £50 deposit is taken to secure your booking.

Is a deposit required?

To secure your party date a £50 deposit is required to secure your date, the outstanding balance is requested a week prior to your party.

When is the final payment due?

The remaining balance is due 1 week prior to the party date. At this point, final guest will be required.

MEET THE FAMILY

Dorothy is a dot but she has a big heart. She loves to watch, listen and take in all that is happening around her.

Eva is curious, determined and lots of fun. She loves to learn and explore, making the most mess of all.

Tilly is a confident little Moose. She loves exploring and has a very playful imagination.

Henry is active and very inquisitive. He loves nothing more than exploring and playing with his friends.

MEET THE FAMILY

Dorothy is a dot but she has a big heart. She loves to watch, listen and take in all that is happening around her.

Eva is curious, determined and lots of fun. She loves to learn and explore, making the most mess of all.

Tilly is a confident little Moose. She loves exploring and has a very playful imagination.

Henry is active and very inquisitive. He loves nothing more than exploring and playing with his friends.

MEET THE FAMILY

Dorothy is a dot but she has a big heart. She loves to watch, listen and take in all that is happening around her.

Eva is curious, determined and lots of fun. She loves to learn and explore, making the most mess of all.

Tilly is a confident little Moose. She loves exploring and has a very playful imagination.

Henry is active and very inquisitive. He loves nothing more than exploring and playing with his friends.

TESTIMONIALS

“We were so lucky to have got a place on Arty Explorers back in December – and while we may have had to wait 4 months for classes to start, it was more than worth the wait! We loved it, mess and all!”

Holly, April 2021

“Its by far the best thing I got to do with my little one! Each week is themed around a story – you get to make the most beautiful pieces of art together and theres lots of different messy activities set up for them too!”

Sarah, March 2021

“Yorkshire’s (maybe even the worlds) best toddler class!”

Maisy, April 2021

“A great structure of story time, free play, bubbles and making. Such a friendly and enthusiastic team. You can’t go to Arty Explorers without smiling”

Sophie, December 2020

“We absolutely love Arty Explorers! My son has a wonderful time each week. The stories they choose are fab and we often end up reading the stories again or buying the books after a session! The class leaders are so lovely and helpful. Thanks we love it!!!”

Cara, October 2019

TESTIMONIALS

“We were so lucky to have got a place on Arty Explorers back in December – and while we may have had to wait 4 months for classes to start, it was more than worth the wait! We loved it, mess and all!”

Holly, April 2021

“Its by far the best thing I got to do with my little one! Each week is themed around a story – you get to make the most beautiful pieces of art together and theres lots of different messy activities set up for them too!”

Sarah, March 2021

“Yorkshire’s (maybe even the worlds) best toddler class!”

Maisy, April 2021

“A great structure of story time, free play, bubbles and making. Such a friendly and enthusiastic team. You can’t go to Arty Explorers without smiling”

Sophie, December 2020

“We absolutely love Arty Explorers! My son has a wonderful time each week. The stories they choose are fab and we often end up reading the stories again or buying the books after a session! The class leaders are so lovely and helpful. Thanks we love it!!!”

Cara, October 2019

TESTIMONIALS

“We were so lucky to have got a place on Arty Explorers back in December – and while we may have had to wait 4 months for classes to start, it was more than worth the wait! We loved it, mess and all!”

Holly, April 2021

“Its by far the best thing I got to do with my little one! Each week is themed around a story – you get to make the most beautiful pieces of art together and theres lots of different messy activities set up for them too!”

Sarah, March 2021

“Yorkshire’s (maybe even the worlds) best toddler class!”

Maisy, April 2021

“A great structure of story time, free play, bubbles and making. Such a friendly and enthusiastic team. You can’t go to Arty Explorers without smiling”

Sophie, December 2020

“We absolutely love Arty Explorers! My son has a wonderful time each week. The stories they choose are fab and we often end up reading the stories again or buying the books after a session! The class leaders are so lovely and helpful. Thanks we love it!!!”

Cara, October 2019