Where to see Santa and his Christmas Grotto FOR FREE!
Colin's Nest Cafe 25 Birdshill Road Poole.
Come see Santa, Giggles, Dizzy and Rascal the Elves.
December 18th.
2pm - 8pm

Come Follow The Star Live Nativity Journey. Meet at the Royal Arcade and follow the nativity story. Free gift for every child.

Free Christmas lights trail all through Bournemouth Gardens. Not to be missed.

One of our favourite things to do is to drive around and see all the houses decorated for Christmas.
Some of the best local displays are at
Runton Road in Parkstone
Byron Road in New Milton
Corfe Castle
When you visit please park nearby not the street if you can and enjoy them by foot. ​

Santa is bringing his Bavarian cuckoo clock to The Dolphin, so everyone in Poole can keep their eye on the time as Christmas day approaches.
Children, and their adults, are invited to join the Cuckoo Clock Elves for games, fun, and some Christmas crafting. Santa will share a moment with each family and pose for the perfect family photo.
There’s no charge for entry, so no need to buy a ticket! Sessions will be filled on a first-come first-served basis.

• Saturday 30th November: 11am to 4pm
• Sunday 1st December: 11am to 4pm
• Thursday 5th December: 11am to 4pm
• Saturday 7th December: 11am to 4pm
• Sunday 8th December: 11am to 4pm
• Thursday 12th December: 11am to 4pm
• Saturday 14th December: 11am to 4pm
• Sunday 15th December: 11am to 4pm
• Thursday 19th December: 11am to 4pm
• Friday 20th December: 11am to 4pm
• Saturday 21st December: 11am to 4pm
• Sunday 22nd December: 11am to 4pm
• Monday 23rd December: 11am to 4pm

If your child prefers a calmer environment, join us for SEND sessions from 11am to 11.45am.

Join in on Thursday evenings from 4pm til 7pm on the run-up to Christmas for choirs, brass bands, walkabout acts and festive activities. FREE family fun for everyone. 
· Thu 21 Nov at Horseshoe Common
· Thu 28 Nov in Beale Place
· Thu 5 Dec at the Bournemouth Arcade
· Thu 12 Dec on Commercial Road
· Thu 19 Dec in The Triangle.

​Calling all young adventurers and magical explorers!
Your help is needed to uncover the secret hideouts of these naughty little elves! If you happen to spot one of them in a Christchurch business, proudly waving a golden Christchurch BID flag, don't be shy – approach them!
 Ask for a golden ticket, fill in your details, and drop it in Santa's postbox at the Regent Centre!
 By joining in on the hunt, you have the chance to 𝙒𝙄𝙉 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧 £100 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝 𝙤𝙛 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙯𝙚𝙨, just in time for Christmas!
 With several mischievous elves hidden around businesses in Christchurch, you can have multiple entries and increase your chances of winning!
 Taking place 23rd November to the 20th December

Christmas is coming faster than I can imagine this year so I wanted to share my range of gift ideas with you.
Whether you have had a session with me and are looking for the perfect gifts using your beautiful photographs for family members, or if you are thinking about buying a loved one a photography session for next year, I have you covered.

My beautiful range of photo books start from just £45! 
Choose from three sizes of mini accordion albums with personalised covers in a selection of colours, or a stunning linen covered book in size 8x6 or larger.
You can find a price list and more details here:
Photo gifts

Choose from my signature bamboo photo blocks, or fine art board mounted prints for the perfect way to gift your favourite photographs to your family this year. They will love to have beautiful family photographs displayed on their walls at home.

Bamboo wall art starts from £95
Fine art board mounted prints start from just £25
You can find a price list here:
Photo products

I have beautiful wooden hand made Christmas tree decorations available for you to purchase with your favourite photo on for just £10! I also have double sided keyrings available to purchase for the same price.

I sell a lot of gift voucher at this time of the year.
​What better gift to give than a family photography session where the memories will be treasured for many years to come. 
Vouchers are posted to you so that you have something to give to your loved ones.

Gift vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase, and although my sessions go up in price a little every January, any extra will not need to be paid!
I can do gift vouchers for any amount, you can find out the prices of my photography sessions here:
Family photography prices
Baby photography prices
Newborn photography prices
Cake smash photography prices

Photo gifts must be ordered and paid for by 9th December, to be delivered in time for Christmas.

Gift vouchers can be ordered right up until 19th December, to be delivered in time for Christmas.

To purchase a gift voucher, or photo gift, please contact me via my website form.

What ever you choose , you can be sure that you will choosing a gift that will be very well received.
Please do get in touch if you need any help deciding what to buy, I will be more than happy to advise.

A number of other amazing local businesses attended and we all enjoyed meeting lots of expectant and new families. 
Some of which have been along to past events with their bumps and came back this time with their new little ones!

Some of the highlights from the day included:
* A great breastfeeding talk from FAB Families and Babies Dorset
* A stay and play corner for little ones provided by Pop Up Play Village Bournemouth & Poole
* Amazing goody bags with products from Water wipes, Biscuits by Sarah B, Pregnacare, Hot Tea Mamma, and Organix
* Biscuit decorating and hot drinks with Biscuits by Sarah B

All these were FREE!

We also hosted our usual tombola style raffle for Spring who support babies who have lost their baby and raised over £150.
We have some prizes left to giveaway so please read on if you would like to be in with a chance to win something.

We have some great prizes left to win still!
If you would like to enter , please leave a comment below with which prize(s) you would like to win.
You can enter for more than one prize, but you must leave a separate comment for each one.
We would love to raise some more money for Spring so please consider making a donation online here.
SPRING Support Service Project - UHD Charity
Please put "Poole Baby Event" under reason for donation.

Prizes available:
* Weaning bundle (no food)
* Organix bundle (more than one available)
* Baby toiletries bundle
* Bath gift set
* Kinder by Nature baby wipes bundle
* Pizza express cookbook
* Handmade jewellery and hair gift set
* Child entry to Jungle City Soft Play
* Child entry ,a hot drink and a muffin from Lollipops Cafe
* Pop up Play Village family ticket
* One month gold membership at The Junction Broadstone
* £25 gift voucher from Kirsty Dee events and mentorship for women
* 60% off a one-to-one hypnobirthing preparation course with Blossom Birth Empowerment
* Sing and Sign 10 week course for just £15 voucher
* Ergo baby doll carrier
* FAB breastfeeding booby tote bag with notebook


Competition T&Cs
Competition closes on 15th November.
Winners will be chosen at random from all comments received by midnight on 15th November 2024.
Winners must be able to collect their prizes from Samantha Prewett Photography in Poole before the end of November.
Winners will be announced on Facebook shortly after the competition closes.

I have been doing outdoor Christmas photography sessions for quite a few years now. The children always  love it as we get to have a walk around the forest finding nice places to stop for photos. So I wanted to take this opportunity to share some of the lovely photos with you and hopefully get you into the Christmas spirit (if you are not already)

Christmas sessions are taking place at Wareham Forest this year in October and early November whilst the forest colours are gorgeous and hopefully before it gets too cold! 
Although sometimes the cold weather works out for the best and as long as it is dry, the frosty weather means that we can get some stunning photos!

Another bonus of being outdoors is that the space is endless meaning there is no limit on the amount of people who can be involved. If you would have a larger family and or would like some photos with parents too then an outdoor session is the perfect alternative to one of my Christmas studio session which are limited to 2 children and 1 baby due to space.

Christmas mini sessions are just £95 for a 20 minute session and you get all of the digital images included. You wont have to choose your favourites as they are all sent to you via email.

I have already done some Christmas photography sessions this year, and have planned to do some more throughout November so there are a very limited amount of spaces left. Please get in touch to book yours today before it is too late. 
You won't regret capturing these special memories that you will cherish for years to come, and I guarantee that the kids will love it too! 

I don't know about you but Halloween is one of my favourite times of the year.
We decorate the house at start of October and look forward to doing lots of autumnal things and of course trick or treating!

I have put together a list of all FREE events and activities going on across Dorset this October half term.
I am super excited that Halloween is during the school holiday this year!

​Enjoy!

 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗡 𝗖𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 Drop In
 Date: 𝗧𝗨𝗘𝗦 𝟮𝟵𝗧𝗛 𝗢𝗖𝗧
 Time: 𝟭𝟬𝗔𝗠 - 𝟭𝟭:𝟯𝟬𝗔𝗠
 Location: 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲, 𝗕𝗛𝟭𝟮 𝟮𝗘𝗔
For more information contact Katie - Senior Young Peoples Worker 𝟬𝟳𝟳𝟱𝟮 𝟳𝟱𝟴 𝟲𝟳𝟴

​ Spooky Halloween Crafts – FREE Autumn Half Term Fun! 

Create ghastly ghosts and spooky accessories to haunt your home. There's something for every young monster...

Fancy dress is HIGHLY encouraged, so grab your broomsticks and come craft up a storm.

 28th & 31st October, 9am – 5pm in Brewery Square

​Step Right Up for a Spook-tacular Halloween Special! 30th October, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Learn to juggle, spin plates, master the diablos and tackle loads of exciting circus equipment. Join Ana to understand the technique or pick up some equipment and give it a go yourself.
Fancy dress is encouraged, so come in your spookiest costumes! Sweets for the best-dressed! 

​Join in for a free, fun family workshop with The Dogs Trust to learn all about staying safe around dogs and keeping our four-pawed friends happy and healthy!
on Friday 1st November, 11:00am - 12:00noon
at Oakdale Library, Wimborne Road,
Poole BH15 3EF
The workshop includes dog themed activities, games and role play. Children are welcome to bring their own favourite teddy soft toy dog—please no real dogs, but we always love to see photos!
BOOKING IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT:
See Library staff or Telephone 01202 127272
Email: [email protected]

​COME AND JOIN IN TO MAKE
POM POM SPIDERS & PUMPKIN CRAFTS
Oakdale Library
Wednesday 30th October
2.30pm to 4pm
Tea, coffee, squash and biscuits available!
Booking required
See library staff or Tel: 01202 127272
Email: [email protected]

I hope you all have a great school break and Halloween (if you celebrate it) 
If you have seen any other free events please do share them in a comment below to let others know.

A cake smash photography session is the perfect way to celebrate your baby turning one.
They are so much fun to watch , and you will get beautiful memories to cherish for many years to come.

But have you ever thought about the potential waste? 
What about the cake?
All the single use decorations?
Well, I can put your mind at rest, as there is minimal waste with my cake smash photography sessions here in my baby photography studio in Dorset.

As a plastic free business champion (who has recently received my silver award!) I take waste very seriously.
This is why it is so important to me to reduce waste (not just plastic, food too!) in what ever way I possibly can.

All of the decorations that I use in my cake smash photography sessions are re usable.
​Some of them are even hand made by me, from upcycled materials.
I do not ever use balloons, or any other single use decorations.

Although there is clearly no plastic in the cake , it was a big issue for me when I started doing cake smashes that there could be a lot of waste.
What actually happens at my cake smash sessions, is that I wrap up what ever is left of the cake and you get to take it home to eat it later! I can assure you the cakes are very yummy. After putting the cake together, I always enjoy the off cuts with a cup of tea just before you arrive for your session!

Please note that for food hygiene reasons, I do not bake the cakes, I buy them. I do put them together though. I have food hygiene level 2.

​I wash and or clean all of my props  after each session.

A lot of cleaning is done after each session, so I stopped using disposable cleaning wipes recently and I now use refillable cleaning sprays with cloths.

I also clean the floor immediately before each session, as your baby will be sat there eating cake! For this reason I also ask you to take off your shoes before you enter the studio to keep it nice and clean.

I do not offer baby wipes to clean your baby, I have cloths and water available to use should you be booking the simply smash package with no bath tub after.

A cake smash photography session is the perfect way to celebrate your baby turning one.
The sessions are so much fun for your baby, and also for you to watch, and best of all you get to keep the beautiful memories to treasure forever.

My cake smash sessions are the same natural style as all of my work, but you still have a few choices, you can choose which type of cake you would like , and your favourite props and outfit.

I have two beautiful wash tubs to choose from if you are having a splash and smash session.
As well as lots of different lovely cake stands, and other decorations.

Buttercream sponge, or donuts? 
Cant decide - have both!
​They all look great with any of my set ups.
I also have a selection of lovely wooden cake toppers.

If your baby has an allergy, please do get in touch to discuss your options.I can provide a dairy, gluten and nut free cake for them instead.

I have a beautiful collection of outfits in the studio for you to choose from.
​Or you can bring your own if you prefer.

I love setting up cake smash sessions with my beautiful range of eco friendly decorations.
Many of these are hand made by myself from up cycled materials.
I don't use balloons or other disposable decorations during my photography sessions.

Please visit my cake smash photography section to find out more about these sessions including prices.

I LOVE photographing extended families.

I sell lots of gift voucher that people buy for their parents for a family photography session together.
What better gift to give than a beautiful day together at the beach (or elsewhere) and some timeless memories to treasure forever.

I spend a lot of time each summer doing these sessions , and I wanted to share a recent one with you all.

Being outdoors is so much more fun than in the studio for family sessions.
The backdrops are naturally stunning, and you don't have to sit still and pose for every photo.
The children can run around and everyone gets to enjoy the fresh air.
I offer family photography sessions outside between March and October, so you have the choice between a spring/summer session on the beach or elsewhere, or an autumn session in the forest.

When was the last time that you had a photograph taken with your partner?
Probably a family wedding, sometime before you had children?
​
​Now you have children, everything centres around them, and even if you have had a photography session with them , most if not all of the photos taken would have included your children.
I love being able to capture just the grown ups during these photography sessions too.

I love to capture natural moments during photography sessions too, it is not all about posing for the camera.
Those natural moments are always that ones that will be treasured.

If you have a family celebration coming up or would simply like some gorgeous updated family photos, you can find out more about my family photography sessions and my prices here.

I sell beautiful gift voucher which are the ideal gift for special birthdays and Christmas.

For many families coming to me for their newborn photography session, they are not first time parents.

Siblings are always welcome during your newborn photography sessions.

Depending on their age, they might be a little reluctant to lay next to their brand new baby sister or brother, if they are young themselves, they will still be getting used to them. I don't force anything during sessions. If they are not ready, we will try again later. Or we try a different set up.

Whilst most older siblings are happy to come over and have a photo taken with the new addition to their family, the typical 2 year old is not. 

With plenty of patience and letting them go at their own pace, we get the perfect photos for you of your babies together.
And some family ones of you all together too.

Things don't always go to plan. And not just for sibling sessions, for newborns on their own too , every baby and every child has their own schedule and agenda and they don't run by ours, which is why every single one of my sessions from newborn, to family and all the babies in between are completely led by you, not me.  My aim is to capture your family, as they are , beautifully and naturally and to make this into beautiful memories that you will treasure forever.

​If you are expecting again please take a look at my newborn photography section or drop me a message I would love to chat about your session.

My cake smash photography sessions are the perfect way to celebrate your baby turning one.
They are so much fun for all involved.
Read on to see some beautiful images all from one single session , so that you can see what to expect at yours!

A cake smash session is all about your baby.
The aim is to capture some gorgeous memories whilst celebrating their first birthday at the same time.
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I have a beautiful range of eco friendly props for your session, along with neutral outfits and cake, I provide everything that you will need.
You will even get to take home a beautiful engraved wooden spoon and any leftover cake with you, which trust me "usually" means loads, unlike this session here where he completely trashed his cake haha!

If you choose a smash and splash cake smash session your session will include bath tub time!
This is the perfect opportunity to clean your little one up after all of their cake smashing fun whilst I capture even more gorgeous memories for you. 

I even have two gorgeous bath tubs for you to choose from! 

This gorgeous little one enjoyed his splash time just as much as he did smashing up his cake!
We got some gorgeous photos and we all had a great time watching him.

If your little one is turning one soon, you can find more information on my cake smash photography sessions here.