Posts by EmmaLorna

Easter weekend is here, and what a week it’s been. Across our Story Rangers team, we’ve been busy creating the most magical experiences for children and families and we’ve loved every second of it. This week alone, our adventures have taken us far beyond our usual settings. We’ve brought stories to life in working farms,…

This week, I met up with Jo, one of our Story Rangers franchisees, for a coffee and a catch-up. Almost exactly two years ago, we met in a café just like this one to talk about her joining Story Rangers. Back then, it was lots of questions, honest conversations and a real sense of curiosity…

We’re thrilled to share some incredible news! Story Rangers has been officially shortlisted as a finalist in the prestigious Club Hub Awards 2026, recognising excellence across the UK children’s activities sector. This year, the awards were more competitive than ever, with 462 applications across 16 categories. To be among the finalists is a huge honour…

With Mother’s Day here, it feels like a good moment to reflect on something that sits at the heart of Story Rangers: family and flexibility. Both of the founders of Story Rangers are mums, and many of our franchisees are parents too, which means flexibility around family life is something we truly understand. We know…

This week, I wanted to share a little glimpse behind the scenes at Story Rangers. Our team came together for a fantastic training session led by Rosie from Story Rangers Cheltenham & Gloucester. Rosie delivered a wonderful voice workshop, sharing her expertise on how to develop characters and bring even more expression into storytelling. It…

Half Term Reflections As we come to the end of half term, I’m feeling that familiar mix of gratitude and reflection. We’ve just spent a wonderful week together as a family. A trip to London, seeing Back to the Future: The Musical, long relaxed brunches, thousands of steps exploring the city, and a visit to…

At Story Rangers, inclusion is not an add-on or a separate offer. It is part of who we are, how we plan, and how we show up for children and families every single week. Every child is unique, and we believe every child deserves to take part in activities in a way that feels safe,…

On Friday, the snow arrived and schools were closed. Instead of rushing through the day or trying to fit everything in, we pulled on gloves, braved the cold, and played. Snow on gloves. Red noses. Loud laughter. The kind of play that just happens when time slows down a little. It wasn’t a “day off”.…

Happy New Year! I hope 2026 has started gently for you, giving you a little space to breathe after the busyness of December. The start of a new year is often a quiet invitation to pause and reflect. Not on big, dramatic resolutions, but on the small, honest questions about what we want our days…