Welcome to Ruby’s
Ruby’s was founded in 2009 by Alison Parr when she identified a gap in support for children with SEND and their families after her daughter Ruby was born and diagnosed with a rare chromosome disorder. In 2013 Ruby’s became a charity and company limited by guarantee. In 2014 we proudly opened the doors to our Congleton centre. The facilities at the centre include a community cafe which is open to everybody, a sensory room with hoist, soft play frame, sensory garden and changing room with hoist.
“You should be super proud of your charity – you are CHANGING LIVES!”
Since 2021 we have supported the following people:
SEND Children
Siblings
Parents and carers
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1 event,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
1 event,Little Ruby's is a session for 0-18 month old babies and their grown ups. It's a great opportunity for little ones to enjoy the soft play area and the sensory room is included in this session too. No Booking Required |
1 event,The SEND team facilitate this session and offer an exclusive SEND space for families to enjoy. No diagnosis is needed to attend and we would love to see you there. For more information and to book visit - https://www.tickettailor.com/events/rubysfund/1991754 |
2 events,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ Soft play, cafe and sensory room included. Booking is not needed - you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
2 events,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ Soft play, cafe and sensory room included. Booking is not needed - you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
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1 event,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
1 event,Little Ruby's is a session for 0-18 month old babies and their grown ups. It's a great opportunity for little ones to enjoy the soft play area and the sensory room is included in this session too. No Booking Required |
1 event,The SEND team facilitate this session and offer an exclusive SEND space for families to enjoy. No diagnosis is needed to attend and we would love to see you there. For more information and to book visit - https://www.tickettailor.com/events/rubysfund/1991754 |
2 events,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ Soft play, cafe and sensory room included. Booking is not needed - you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
2 events,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ Soft play, cafe and sensory room included. Booking is not needed - you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
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1 event,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
1 event,Little Ruby's is a session for 0-18 month old babies and their grown ups. It's a great opportunity for little ones to enjoy the soft play area and the sensory room is included in this session too. No Booking Required |
1 event,The SEND team facilitate this session and offer an exclusive SEND space for families to enjoy. No diagnosis is needed to attend and we would love to see you there. For more information and to book visit - https://www.tickettailor.com/events/rubysfund/1991754 |
2 events,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ Soft play, cafe and sensory room included. Booking is not needed - you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
2 events,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ Soft play, cafe and sensory room included. Booking is not needed - you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
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1 event,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
1 event,Little Ruby's is a session for 0-18 month old babies and their grown ups. It's a great opportunity for little ones to enjoy the soft play area and the sensory room is included in this session too. No Booking Required |
1 event,The SEND team facilitate this session and offer an exclusive SEND space for families to enjoy. No diagnosis is needed to attend and we would love to see you there. For more information and to book visit - https://www.tickettailor.com/events/rubysfund/1991754 |
2 events,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ Soft play, cafe and sensory room included. Booking is not needed - you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
2 events,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ Soft play, cafe and sensory room included. Booking is not needed - you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
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1 event,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
1 event,Little Ruby's is a session for 0-18 month old babies and their grown ups. It's a great opportunity for little ones to enjoy the soft play area and the sensory room is included in this session too. No Booking Required |
1 event,The SEND team facilitate this session and offer an exclusive SEND space for families to enjoy. No diagnosis is needed to attend and we would love to see you there. For more information and to book visit - https://www.tickettailor.com/events/rubysfund/1991754 |
2 events,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ Soft play, cafe and sensory room included. Booking is not needed - you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
2 events,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ Soft play, cafe and sensory room included. Booking is not needed - you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
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1 event,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
1 event,Little Ruby's is a session for 0-18 month old babies and their grown ups. It's a great opportunity for little ones to enjoy the soft play area and the sensory room is included in this session too. No Booking Required |
1 event,The SEND team facilitate this session and offer an exclusive SEND space for families to enjoy. No diagnosis is needed to attend and we would love to see you there. For more information and to book visit - https://www.tickettailor.com/events/rubysfund/1991754 |
2 events,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ Soft play, cafe and sensory room included. Booking is not needed - you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
2 events,Booking is not needed for open play – you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. Peak times are expected on Mondays and Fridays. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ Soft play, cafe and sensory room included. Booking is not needed - you can simply walk in during session times. If the space reaches a safe capacity, staff may need to manage numbers to keep the environment comfortable and supportive. All of our sessions are Pay What You Can. A £2 donation per child is suggested, but families are encouraged to contribute what works best — there is no pressure. For more information visit https://www.rubysfund.co.uk/information-for-families/our-centre/community-cafe-and-soft-play/ |
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