Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Find clear answers about our children’s parties, creative workshops, booking process, prices, safety, accessibility and mobile activities across Morecambe and the surrounding area.
Whether you are planning a birthday party, school workshop, community event or adult wellbeing session, everything you need to know is covered below.
General
What is Sand Arts & Crafts?
Sand Arts & Crafts is a mobile creative activity business based in Morecambe, Lancashire. We provide fun, hands-on activities for children, families, schools, nurseries, community groups, festivals, businesses and adult wellbeing sessions.
What activities do you offer?
Our activities include:
- Sand art pictures
- Sand bottle making
- Teddy making
- Slime workshops
- Seasonal crafts
- Adult creative workshops
- Bespoke sand art designs
The activities available may vary depending on the event, venue and time of year.
What ages are your activities suitable for?
Most children’s activities are suitable for ages 3 and over. Some activities, including slime, have a higher recommended minimum age. We’ll always confirm whether an activity is suitable for your child’s age.
Does my child need to be artistic?
Not at all. Our activities are designed for everyone to enjoy, regardless of experience or ability. Full guidance is provided.
Do parents or carers need to stay?
Yes. Children remain the responsibility of their parent, carer, school, setting or group leader throughout the activity unless something different has been agreed in writing.
Booking
How do I book?
Complete the party enquiry form with your preferred date, location, child’s age, approximate number of guests and chosen activity.
I’ll check availability, discuss any travel charges or additional requirements and confirm the suitable package and full price.
Your date is secured once availability has been confirmed and the £50 booking deposit has been paid. Submitting the enquiry form alone does not reserve the date.
How much is the deposit?
A £50 booking deposit secures your date. Full cancellation and amendment terms will be provided before your booking is confirmed.
When is the remaining balance due?
The remaining balance and final party details are due no later than 14 days before the party.
Please confirm the final number of children, their names where needed, activity choices, themes, allergies, dietary requirements and any SEND, sensory, medical or access needs.
Bookings made within 14 days of the party date must be paid in full when confirmed.
Can I change my booking?
We’ll always do our best to accommodate changes where possible. Please contact us as soon as possible if your plans change. Changes remain subject to availability and our booking terms.
Do you offer bespoke quotes?
Yes. Every event is different, so we’re happy to provide a personalised quotation based on the activity, number of participants, location and any additional requirements.
Prices
How much do your parties cost?
Party prices start from:
• Sand Art Party: £150 for up to 12 children, ages 3+
• Basic Slime Party: £150 for up to 10 children, ages 5+
• Premium Slime Party: £180 for up to 10 children, ages 5+
• Teddy-Making Party: £200 for up to 10 children, ages 3+
• Licensed Bear Party: £240 for up to 10 children, ages 3+
The advertised price is the minimum package price and still applies if fewer children attend. Optional extras, additional children and any travel charges will be confirmed in your quote before booking.
How much do your activities cost?
Individual activity prices start from:
- Sand art pictures – from £6
- Sand bottles – from £5
- Large sand bottles – from £6
- Adult workshops – from £15 per person
Prices can vary for private bookings, group sessions and special events.
What is included in the price?
Hosted party prices include the activity materials, preparation, setup, fully guided delivery and tidying of my activity area.
Every child creates something to take home. The exact items included depend on the party package selected and will be confirmed before booking.
Food, drinks, birthday cake, decorations, tableware and venue hire are not included.
Any optional extras, additional children, travel charges or additional staffing costs will be clearly explained in your quote before you book.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel charges may apply depending on the location of your event. Any additional charge will always be discussed before your booking is confirmed.
Birthday Parties
What party packages do you offer?
We offer Sand Art, Teddy Making, Slime and a range of seasonal and themed creative parties.
How many children are included?
The Sand Art Party includes up to 12 children.
Slime, Teddy-Making and Licensed Bear party packages include up to 10 children.
The advertised package price still applies if fewer children attend because the date, preparation time, equipment and party session are reserved for you.
Larger bookings may be possible depending on the activity, venue and available space. An additional DBS-checked helper may be required, with any staffing cost confirmed in your quote before booking.
Does every child taking part need to be booked?
Yes. Every child participating must be included in your booking so we can provide enough materials and equipment for everyone.
Can you come to our home or venue?
Yes. I bring parties and creative activities to homes, village halls, schools, community venues and other suitable locations across Morecambe, Lancaster and surrounding areas.
You will need to provide a suitable space, chairs for the children, responsible adult supervision and clear access for setup and packing away.
I can bring up to two 6-foot activity tables when arranged in advance.
Please make sure there is enough room for the tables, chairs and a safe walkway around the activity area.
Any venue hire or travel charges will be confirmed before booking.
How long do parties last?
Parties usually last between 45 and 90 minutes, depending on the activity and package selected.
Can you cater for mixed-age groups?
Yes. We can recommend activities suitable for different ages attending the same event.
Can you create bespoke party themes?
Yes, wherever possible. Please tell us your theme when you enquire so we can discuss suitable colours, designs and optional extras.
Schools, Nurseries and Groups
Can schools and nurseries book you?
Yes. We can provide creative activities and workshops for schools, nurseries, holiday clubs and other educational settings.
Do you visit community groups?
Yes. We provide activities for community organisations, charities, youth groups, family groups and wellbeing projects.
Can you provide risk assessments and supporting documents?
Yes. Risk assessments, Public Liability Insurance details and relevant DBS and qualification information can be provided to schools, venues and organisations when required.
Do you offer adult workshops?
Yes. We provide beginner-friendly creative wellbeing sessions for adults, community groups and organisations. No previous craft experience is needed.
Can businesses book you?
Yes. We can provide activities for family fun days, staff wellbeing sessions, promotional events and corporate celebrations.
Bespoke Sand Art
Can you create bespoke sand art pictures?
Yes. We can create custom sand art picture designs for your event, organisation or business.
How much do bespoke pictures cost?
Bespoke sand art pictures start from £7 each, with a minimum order of 10 pictures.
What are bespoke pictures suitable for?
They’re ideal for:
- Birthday parties
- Schools and nurseries
- Corporate events
- Family fun days
- Holiday parks
- Visitor attractions
- Community groups
- Charity events
- Festivals
- Promotional events
Please allow enough time for bespoke designs to be prepared and produced.
Safety
Is your coloured sand safe?
Yes. We use coloured sand sourced from a reputable UK supplier. It has been independently tested for all six regulated types of asbestos, with none detected, and has passed EN71-1, EN71-2 and EN71-3 safety testing.
Is your sand non-toxic?
Yes. Our coloured sand is non-toxic and suitable for children’s craft activities when used as intended. The sand is not edible and should be kept away from mouths and eyes.
Will the sand stain clothing?
Our sand is colour-fast and usually brushes away easily. We still recommend wearing clothes suitable for crafting.
Are your activities messy?
Not as much as people expect. We use trays and simple techniques to keep mess to a minimum, and we tidy our activity area afterwards.
Are your products safety compliant?
We source our products and materials from reputable suppliers and check the relevant age guidance, safety information and UKCA or CE markings where required.
Do you carry out risk assessments?
Yes. Risk assessments are completed where appropriate to help ensure activities are delivered safely.
Is slime safe?
Our slime activities are fully guided and use measured craft ingredients. Slime is not edible and must be kept away from mouths and eyes. Children should wash their hands after the activity.
Please tell us about any allergies, skin sensitivities or medical needs before booking so we can discuss whether the activity is suitable.
What if my child has an allergy, sensitivity or additional need?
Please tell us about any allergies, medical conditions, sensory needs or access requirements before the activity. We’ll discuss possible adaptations and help you decide whether the activity is suitable.
We cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.
Can you work outdoors?
Yes. Outdoor events are welcome, providing the location and weather conditions are safe.
What happens if the weather is unsafe?
Safety is our priority. Strong winds, heavy rain or other unsafe conditions may mean an outdoor activity needs to be relocated, postponed or cancelled. We’ll discuss the available options with you.
Do you provide all the equipment?
Yes. We bring all the activity materials and specialist equipment required. Any venue requirements, including suitable tables, chairs, access to water or electricity, will be discussed before the event.
Do you clean up afterwards?
Yes. We tidy our activity materials and leave our activity area clean.
Do you take photographs during activities?
I may take activity-focused photographs showing children’s hands while creating, finished artwork or children participating from behind. I avoid identifiable faces, names, school logos and other personal details.
Please tell me before the party if you do not want your child included in any photographs.
I will only take or share photographs or videos showing an identifiable child when appropriate permission has been provided. Choosing not to give photography permission will not affect a child’s participation.
Qualifications and Experience
Are you insured?
Yes. Sand Arts & Crafts holds Public Liability Insurance.
Are you DBS checked?
Yes. I hold an Enhanced DBS certificate.
Are you First Aid trained?
Yes. I am Paediatric First Aid trained.
What qualifications do you have?
I hold an NNEB Level 3 qualification in Children’s Care, alongside additional training in autism awareness and managing challenging behaviour. I also have more than 16 years of experience working with children and young people.
Do you support children with SEND?
Yes. I have SEND knowledge and experience and aim to make activities welcoming, inclusive and enjoyable.
As a mum of four neurodivergent children, I understand that every child is unique. I’ll always do my best to make reasonable adaptations where possible.
The Activities
Do children keep what they make?
Yes. Everything they create is theirs to take home and enjoy.
Can children choose their own colours?
Absolutely. Choosing the colours and creating an individual design is one of the favourite parts of sand art.
Are your activities suitable for beginners?
Yes. No previous experience is needed, and full guidance is provided throughout.
How long does a sand art picture take?
Most pictures take around 15–30 minutes, depending on the design and the child’s individual pace.
