Creative Activities for Kids in Southend, Leigh-on-Sea & Essex

Affordable Fun for Families in Essex

Looking for cheap things to do with children in Southend and Leigh? Create98 offers budget-friendly creative activities that won’t break the bank! From pottery painting starting at just £9.99 to engaging, craft activities from £5.00 and a range of craft workshops, we provide memorable experiences for kids of all ages..

Why We're Great Value for Families

No time limits on pottery painting sessions*

2 hour limit may apply during extremely busy periods

All materials included in activity prices - no hidden costs

Children's menu with pocket-friendly prices

Affordable Kids Activities in Essex

Ceramic Painting

From 9.99

Ready to paint pottery pieces, plus all glazing and firing included. Take home your masterpiece in 2 weeks

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Arts and crafts

From 6.99

Explore our children's drop in crafting menu - something for everyone

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afterschool clubs

Join our popular creative sessions where kids make new friends while learning new skills. Join our popular creative sessions where kids make new friends while learning new skills

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children's parties

Make your child's birthday extra special with a creative party

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creative workshops

Learn how to paint, or maybe crochet takes your fancy

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School holidays

We are open Tuesday - Sundays during school holidays and offer a number of special activities during this period

View our holiday workshops for children

Things To Do With Children in Southend & Leigh

At Create98 and Create98Two, we combine creative activities with tasty treats – because everything’s more fun with cake! Our two welcoming venues offer different experiences for families:

Create98, Leigh

A cosy crafting café where kids can get creative while you enjoy homemade cakes, toasties, and proper coffee. Perfect for family time or meet-ups with other parents.

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Create98two, southend

Our spacious, wheelchair-friendly venue is ideal for bigger groups and spontaneous drop-ins. Kids love our pottery painting and craft activities, while parents appreciate our specialty drinks