CHILDREN'S PLAY SERVICES
pact runs children's play schemes in a number of prison visits halls. We provide friendly, well-stocked play areas with toys, books, games, arts and crafts. Our play areas are staffed by experienced playworkers and volunteers, who are all highly trained and police checked.
Safeguarding children - our policy
The Play in Prisons Project
For children, visiting a relative in prison can be a traumatic and scary experience. Our play services aim to reduce the fear, and to give children opportunities to have fun and be creative.
pact supports children, helping them feel safer, less stressed and better able to deal with the separation from their imprisoned parents. We provide programmes and facilities to develop parent-child interaction and play skills within the prisons.
We have recently launched our Play in Prisons project at three prisons in Devon.
Follow the links below to find out more about our play services, including opening hours, facilities, and contact details.
"My son used to get nightmares but all thanks to the play area, he no longer has his nightmares. The play area is a great idea and it should stay longer. Thank you"
A letter from the mother of a prisoner's child
