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Birthday Parties

Something to celebrate? The Sands Centre is your go-to destination for memorable events of all kinds. From lively birthday parties and sports club meet-ups to milestone achievements and end-of-school celebrations, we’re here to help you create an event to remember. Enjoy a variety of exciting activities designed to keep guests entertained, whether it’s exploring our Toddlers World or making a splash with a pool inflatable party. With attentive supervision, we’ll make sure your celebration stands out and leaves everyone talking.

Jungle Jacks Inflatable Party

Come and bounce and race on our Jungle themed obstacle bouncy castle, this party is ideal for children 7 years and under which can accommodate 30 participants to our sports hall. Come and let your children race, climb, jump, and go wild.  

 

Included

  • 60mins of bouncing fun
  • Up to 30 participants
  • Half Sports Hall
  • 45 mins in a party area after for self catered food

 

 Jungle Jacks Safety Rules 

  • Socks must be worn by all users
  • No food or drinks to be taken onto the bouncy castle
  • Children must be supervised at all times
     

Price

£150  

 

Bookable via the Better UK App, only available Sundays 

2 weeks notice must be given for parties

 

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Aqua Splash Pool Inflatable Party 8-15 years

Aquasplash Pool Inflatable pool party is sure to have a wow factor and get the adrenaline pumping you are looking for in a party. With a new obstacle course for all to enjoy, these parties are sure to bring the splash back into pool parties. Designed for children 8-15years. Must be a competant swimmer. Buoyancy Jackets must be worn.

Included

  • 1 hour of water inflatable fun
  • Up to 40 Participants
  • 45 mins after inflatable in party area for self catered food 

Swim Safety Rules for the above inflatable are as follows;

  • All children must be competant swimmers, comfortable in deep water and be able to get to the pool side 
  • All children must wear a life jacket
  • No Non swimmers 
  • No adults are permitted on the inflatable


Please Note- When booking select the inflatable pool party and we will contact you to confirm which inflatable you require

Price

£240 

2 weeks notice must be given for party bookings

Bookable via the Better UK App, available Saturday and Sunday

 

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Aqua Run Pool Inflatable Party 8-15 Years

Aqua Run Pool Inflatable pool party is sure to have a wow factor and get the adrenaline pumping you are looking for in a party. With a new obstacle course for all to enjoy, these parties are sure to bring the splash back into pool parties. Designed for children 8-15 years. Buoyancy Jackets must be worn.

Included

  • 1 hour of water inflatable fun
  • Up to 30 Participants
  • 45 Mins in one of our party areas for self catered food

Swim Safety Rules for the above inflatable are as follows;

  • All children must be competant swimmers, comfortable in deep water and be able to get to the pool side 
  • All children must wear a life jacket
  • No Non swimmers 
  • No adults are permitted on the inflatable

Please Note- When booking select the inflatable pool party and we will contact you to confirm which inflatable you require

Price

£240 

Bookable via the Better UK App, available Saturday and Sunday

2 weeks notice must be given for party bookings

 

Book now

Bubble Football Coming Soon!

Our bubble football party offers a fun and unique take on traditional football, where players wear large, inflatable bubbles that allow them to bounce, roll, and knock into each other while trying to play. These parties are ideal for kids, featuring a range of games and led by a hoswho ensures safety and keeps the energy high. The focus is on laughter and creating funny memories, with activities such as mini-games and the traditional football game in the inflatable bubble

Included

  • 1 hour of bubble football fun
  • Party Host
  • Half Sports Hall
  • 45 mins in our party areas for self catered food

Bubble Football Safety Rules 

  • Do not play if you have injuries or physical problems like back or heart conditions, or if you have claustrophobia or seizures 
  • Take off all personal items like jewelry and watches
  • Wear appropriate footwear like sports shoes or trainers
  • Wear comfortable clothing and ensure the bubble ball is properly inflated and the shoulder straps are snug
  • Participate in the pre-game safety briefing and warm up before playing. 

Price

£150

Bookable via the Better UK App, available Saturday

2 weeks notice must be given for party bookings

 

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Foam Blaster Battle Party

Choose your teams and blast your way through action packed games!

The ideal party for 5 years and above which can accommodate 30 participants in our large sports hall, safety is paramount! Our Foam Blaster Battle Parties come with soft tipped darts, protection goggles, soft inflatable combat zones and small/medium Battle toy guns. Children are more than welcome to bring their own Battle toy guns (please do not bring additional foam darts as these may not get returned at the end of the session).

 

Included

  • Action-packed hour of missions & battles
  • Battle equipment
  • Unlimited ammunition
  • Battle Inflatables as barricades
  • Safety glasses
  • Party host
  • Up to 30 players
  • 45 mins in a party area to enjoy self catered food

Foam Blaster Battle Party Rules 

  • All participants must wear eye protection during their time in the Sports Hall
  • All participants must listen to a safety briefing 
  • Do not shoot opponents at very close range
  • No headshots, do not aim for or shoot at other players' heads 
  • No physical contact, do not push, shove or make any physical contact with other players
  • Listen to the party host who will signal when to stop the game 

 Price

£180

Bookable via the Better UK App, available Saturday

2 weeks notice must be given for party bookings

 

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Gymnastics Party

Celebrate your child’s birthday with a fun-filled gymnastics party at The Sands Leisure Centre. Our parties are packed with exciting activities and supervised by qualified and experienced gymnastics coaches. It’s the ultimate way to explore, balance, tumble, and celebrate.

Suitable for ages 5-13. Children aged 4-5 are welcome but must be accompanied by a parent.

Perfect for those with a passion for gymnastics or beginners wanting to try something new.

Included

  • 1 hour of gymnastics activities on bars, beams, vaults and more
  • Learning new skills with qualified gymnastics coaches
  • Fun games and activities 
  • 45 mins in a party area to enjoy self catered party food 

 

 

 

Gymnastics Party Safety Rules

  • Bare feet needed, no socks allowed
  • Wear appropriate clothing, no jeans, skirts, or zipped/buttoned clothing
  • All jewelry must be removed before participating and long hair must be tied back
  • No food or drinks are allowed on the gymnastics floor 
  • Only one person should be on each apparatus at a time
  • Always follow the instructions of the coaches

Price

£180

 Bookable via the Better UK App, available Saturday

2 weeks notice must be given for party bookings

Book now

PARTY AREA

We offer a ‘self-catered’ package where you can bring your own food. Please note we do not have facilities on site to cook, warm or chill any self catered food. All self catered food will be taken straight into a party area. The only exception is a birthday cake which we will be able to keep chilled in a separate area until you are ready for it to be presented to the party child. 

Please review the following information we ask from you to ensure the safety for all attendees participating.

  • Please bring everything that you need, cups, plates, cutlery including a knife for the cake

  • You will need to bring a cake

  • You will need to bring party bags (if you wish to have them)

  • We can provide you with jugs of water upon request

  • All food brought onto site MUST be nut free

  • No electrical appliances can be used 

  • Do not bring sparkler candles as these set off our fire alarms 

  • You wll be allocated a room shown below to use for 45 minutes after you party activity
     

OTHER PARTY AREA OPTIONS

Alternatively, The Turf Tavern is a great option to accommodate your party after your child’s activity and its just a stone throws away from us at The Sand's centre. They offer a welcoming space for families and groups to enjoy food and refreshments following your celebration. 

Childrens meals from £5.99 for starter, main and dessert

Some examples below;

Starters 
Garlic Bread
Mini Corn on the Cob
Cucumber Sticks
Served with Neopolitana dip

Small Mains Meal Deal

Pork Sausages; 2 pork sausages with gravy
Quorn™ Sausages; 2 Quorn™ sausages with gravy 
Omega-3 Fish Fingers; 3 Birds Eye™ Omega-3 fish fingers 
Chicken Nuggets; 4 chicken nuggets
2oz* Beef Burger; Beef burger in a bun with lettuce
Tomato Pasta; Rigatoni pasta in a rich Neopolitana sauce
Impossible™ Nuggets; 4 Impossible™ nuggets

Small Puds Meal Deal

Jelly & Ice Cream
Strawberry flavour jelly with vanilla flavour ice cream 
Fruit Salad Peach, pear and strawberry pieces 
Strawberry & Waffles; American-style waffles with strawberry pieces and strawberry flavour sauce
Vegan Ice Cream; served with strawberry flavour sauce.
1 Scoop of Ice Cream or Frozen Yoghurt

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OTHER INFORMATION

Access to the party room will be before your party starts, although if you wish access to the room to place your food out you can do this 15 minutes before but please be aware your room will still be being cleaned from the party before. 

For any further questions or queries please contact chloe.nixon@gll.org

CUSTOMER FEEDBACK

Sian

Mia said it was the best party ever.  All her friends haven't stopped talking about it!  Very well organised and the staff were great at engaging with the kids.  I'll be booking again for next year!

Mark

My son had a foam blaster battle party for his 7th birthday party.  It was well planned and the children were thoroughly engaged throughout the party.  The music and lighting was a nice touch.  Also all the parents getting to come in at the end and battling it out against the kids.  Top effort! Everyone walked out with a smile! 

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