Welcome to Play Resource!

Play Resource is the centre for arts, play and education based in Belfast with membership open to groups across Northern Ireland. We are a charity providing a range of resources and materials, advice, ideas and training for people working with children, young people and community groups. It is the largest creative resource centre of its kind in the UK.

We collect waste materials from industry ...Then recycle it into a free source of play, arts, and creativity for children and young people. With over 25 years experience, we take pride in being able to provide groups with real value for money, a unique package of resources, support and information. Membership is open to any group working with children, young people and community groups and gives them access to these services:

Opening Hours
Mon – Wed 9.30am to 5pm · Thu 10am to 7pm · Fri 9.30am to 1pm

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String, paper, ribbon, buttons and other craft supplies

Scrap Store

Come and collect for free - unlimited visits for waste materials including: fabric, paper and card.

These can be re-used for art, play and educational activities.

Paint, glue and other art supplies in a red basket

Art & Play Shop

Browse our not-for-profit shop offering extensive product ranges and hire equipment.

Our prices are 10% to 50% cheaper than most retailers making it one of NI's most successful social enterprises.

Children painting on a large piece of paper

Creative Path Arts Programme

Designed specifically to increase children and young people's participation in the arts and play.

Access to experienced artists for tailored arts workshops for your group, or attend Arts Training Workshops.

Sculpture made with brown paper and long arms

Ideas & Inspiration

Looking for Ideas and Inspiration for working with your groups but have limited time and budgets?

Source them from the Ideas Gallery, Craft Sheet Library & e-bulletins.

What'sNew

Valentines Idea Lollystick Frame

January 19th, 2012
LOLLYSTICK PHOTO FRAME

LOLLYSTICK PHOTO FRAME

Fun idea for Valentines Day, say ‘I love you’ with this Quick Idea LOLLYSTICK PHOTO FRAME!

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Valentines Idea Heart Mobile

January 19th, 2012

Valentines Idea Paper Hearts

January 19th, 2012

Valentines Idea Foam Roses

January 19th, 2012

Valentines Idea Heart Bag

January 19th, 2012