‘BYOB Comedy’ - FREE daytime comedy club for parents!
LAUGHTER • CONFIDENCE • CONNECTION • COMMUNITY • BRING YOUR BABY!
Need a laugh? Want to feel more like yourself and connect with other parents?
Bring Your Own Baby Comedy is the UK’s premier baby friendly comedy club—night time comedy, during the day (who knew?!). Shows feature the funniest comedy stars from the club circuit and TV. Events are all about you, the parents (or grandparents)! But don’t worry – we also take great care of our younger guests.
Sometimes an hour of laughter with people who understand exactly where you are can make a real difference. Whether you’re sleep deprived, craving adult conversation, or want to do something enjoyable for yourself, you are very welcome!
KEY DIARY NOTES
DATE: Friday 23 October, 2026
TIME: 12PM - 1:30pm (90 minutes)
ARRIVAL FROM: 11:45PM (Register above to secure your place)
LOCATION: The Churchill Theatre Bromley
COST: Free!
“Should be prescribed by the health visitor or midwife to get you through those “holy crap, what have I done moments!” — Greenwich Mums
Comedy is a universal language that transcends barriers and unites us. Research consistently highlights the profound impact of comedy and laughter: fostering connection, strengthening communities, and enriching lives. Perhaps it’s true after all…laughter really is the best medicine! Register and come find out for yourself?!
* You must register to secure your place, be a resident of Bromley, and over 18 years of age. Babies must be under 15 months. This event is funded by Creative Health Bromley Council—we are required to track how you feel at each event — this will be anonymous.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
Grown up comedy, babies welcome. A funny, friendly, FREE afternoon of top comedy... and you can bring your baby!
“Yaaaaas!! This is the Maternity leave I’ve been looking forward to!” — Michelle, BYOB Guest
🏆 WINNER: BEST MENTAL HEALTH BOOST FOR NEW PARENTS (UK ENTERPRISE AWARDS)
Sometimes laughter with people who understand exactly where you are can make a real difference. Join us for this FREE Comedy on Prescription event to boost your mood through the power of laughter.
If you need to whip out a bum (the babies please!) a boob or a bottle please feel free… and our comics won’t mind being heckled by our younger guests!* We provide buggy parking, baby changing and more so that your baby is happy and you can relax. The bar is fully stocked, whether you fancy a cuppa or even something a bit stronger.
The show will take place in the lounge and has a fully licensed bar, teas and coffees, and a selection of snacks available to purchase!
Our shows feature a brand new line up of comedians every month. We feature two acts, plus a compere, and the whole show will last approx 75 minutes.
Please note, our comics will be performing their usual ‘grown up’ comedy, so we have a 15 month age limit for our little laughers.
The buggy park will be in the theatre foyer
No pressure to perform
Mum/dad/couple + your baby/babies!
ABOUT CARLY SMALLMAN
Founder Bromley.Lol • Director Co-Founder of BYOB Comedy • Comedian • Comedy-on-Prescription Workshop Facilitator
“I believe comedy should be joyful, fearless and a bit mischievous! My workshops are a safe space to take risks, make mistakes, and most importantly, have a bloody good laugh.” — Carly Smallman
Tracey, left, shares her routine in a Comedy-on-Prescription workshop led by Carly Smallman in February 2026 © Anna Gordon/FT
Carly loves comedy! From booking fabulous shows, to performing and providing workshops all over the country, she can’t get enough of making people laugh.
Carly Smallman is a comedian, writer and performer who has spent over a decade making people laugh on stage, screen and radio. She has performed stand-up on the BBC, been a panel show regular for ITV, and hosted on Talk Radio. On the live circuit, she’s played everywhere from comedy clubs and arts centres to London’s Vaudeville Theatre and the Apollo.
Carly is passionate about helping others discover their comedic voice. Drawing on her wide experience as a writer, performer and producer, she creates a supportive, practical and joy-filled environment. Whether you’re a beginner or polishing your material, Carly is committed to giving you the tools and confidence to shine.
Alongside her performing career, Carly has built exciting, innovative projects that bring comedy to new audiences. In 2016, she co-founded Bring Your Own Baby Comedy, lunchtime comedy clubs for parents (and their little ones), which have grown into a national success, winning awards including ‘Best Mental Health for Parents’. She also co-created Tarot, Nice to Meet You, a live comedy and tarot show that won ‘Best Audience Interaction’ at the Brighton Fringe in 2022.
Some people said some nice things:
"Delightfully ebullient" – Time Out
"A bundle of energy" – The Sun
"The most exciting female act in the country right now" – GQ Magazine
DIRECTIONS
ADDRESS: Churchill Theatre Studio, Bromley High Street, Bromley BR1 1HA
TRANSPORT:
Bromley South Station: 5-10 min walk
Bromley North Station: 10-15 min walk
Bus routes: 61, 119, 138, 146, 246, 352, 367, N3, 126, 208, 227, 261, 314, 336, 354, 358, 638.
Parking: There is no dedicated theatre parking, but the Hill Car Park on Beckenham Lane (approx. 10 min walk) is recommended. Other council-run car parks in the town centre are within walking distance.
DISABLED PARKING: Available on Tetty Way (3 spaces) and Churchill Way (5 spaces).
PLAN JOURNEY: TfL journey planner
ENTRANCE: Map (below left); and view external entrance photo (below right).
ACCESS: Accessibility throughout the building. All staircases around the venue and in the auditorium have handrails on both sides and are highlighted.
Studio: There are 25 steps from the theatre's foyer to the Studio. There are 34 steps from the lift to the Studio. The lift is accessible via Stage Door on Tetty Way. There are 7 steps from The Studio to the nearest toilets.
Wheelchair Access: There is wheelchair access to our Studio space via the park. Please let us know in advance so that one of our friendly volunteers can escort you, as the route can be steep in places.
Guide and Hearing Dogs: Guide, hearing, and other pawsome working dogs are welcome in all parts of the theatre.
CRAIC MEANS ‘ENJOYABLE TIME SPENT WITH OTHERS’
BYOB Comedy is a free Comedy-on-Prescription® workshop event, with an aim to connect the local community through laughter. Brought to you by…
Carly Smallman is proud to introduce Comedy-on-Prescription trials to Bromley Borough, in partnership with Creative Health in Bromley (Bromley Council), Gaia Laughter Therapy and Craic Health: Comedy-on-Prescription®.
Creative Health in Bromley is a transformative programme designed to enhance health and wellbeing through engagement in creative activities.
Creative Health in Bromley aims to: ‘Promote positive health and wellbeing through creativity’
Aligned with Bromley Council’s Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy (2024-2029) and Bromley's Tackling Loneliness Strategy (2022-2026), this initiative directly supports the borough’s strategic objectives of improving community wellbeing and reducing social isolation.
This approach is backed by extensive research demonstrating its effectiveness in reducing health inequalities, fostering social connections, and improving overall quality of life.
Gaia Laughter Therapy workshops are a playful, supportive space to breathe, release tension, and reconnect with joy. Each session is designed to uplift your mood, boost resilience, and remind you that laughter is more than fun — it’s medicine for body, mind, and spirit.
Craic Health is pioneering Comedy-on-Prescription as creative healthcare, with an aim to integrate comedy into the NHS by Q1 2027. This means UK GPs and link workers will be able to safely refer their patients to comedy workshops, events, and experiences.
Health benefits of laughter includes reducing stress and improving cardiovascular health to strengthening social bonds and overall wellbeing. See the evidence for yourself!
The Bromley.lol programme …
All Bromley.lol events take place in Bromley and use comedy-based experiences to build social connection, boost confidence and champion good mental health, while supporting local residents, creatives, venues, and cultural organisations.
Curated Bring Your Own Baby (BYOB) Comedy workshops
Curated Stand Up and Shine comedy workshops
Gaia Laughter Therapy sessions
Craic’s mission is to make comedy accessible to everyone and to reconnect communities through shared laughter. At a time when technology can increase isolation, Craic’s purpose-built platform is designed to bring people together—using comedy as a catalyst for connection, wellbeing, and joy.
We look forward to welcoming participants, sharing a laugh, and demonstrating the measurable health benefits of comedy in action.
