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When it comes to your child’s birthday party, Waddon Leisure Centre has everything all wrapped up.

From Soft Play to Pool Parties, there really is something exciting for everybody. If you’re looking for a birthday that makes a real splash, our swimming parties are brilliant for under 8s. 

Let us take the stress and strain out of your child's birthday and make it one to remember!

Soft Play Party

Our two-tier structure has plenty to keep kids busy offering a 180˚ tube slide, two-lane wavy slide, ball juggler, dizzy disc, Tarzan swing feature and log ramp, which all tie in to our nature themed space. A real party favourite allowing the young ones to explore, tumble, climb, jump, have freedom to play and use their imagination.

Age: Under 10’s

Capacity: 32 children (1 adult must supervise a maximum of 3 children under the age of 8 years. For example, a party of 32 children must have 11 adults supervising them in the soft play.)

You will have one hour in the Soft Play which your party host will take you into your own private party room for the next 45 minutes where we will serve your food – all freshly catered on-site.

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Pool Parties

Teaching Pool: These great parties are suited to age and include rafts, floats and lots of fun!

Age: Under 8’s

Capacity: 20 children (1 adult over 16 years must be in the pool per 2 children under 16. For example, for 20 children, there must be 10 adults in the pool with them.)

You will have one hour in the Teaching Pool after which your party host will take you into your own private party room for the next 45 minutes where we will serve your food – all freshly catered on-site.

Please note: Swim safety rules apply, for more information visit here.

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Foam Blaster Parties

Foam Blaster parties are suitable for children aged 6 years and upwards and are located in our large sports hall. Children are provided with small Foam Blaster guns, safe foam darts and protective goggles.

Our parties can accommodate up to 30 children (we provide up to 30 guns) and children are more than welcome to bring their own Foam Blaster guns (please do not bring additional foam darts as these may not get returned at the end of the session).

You will have one hour foam blaster tike with a dedicated party host, followed by food time for the next 45 minutes where we will serve your food – all freshly catered on-site.


All participants must wear eye protection during their time in the Sports Hall.

  

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PARTY MENU

Within our party packages we offer a hot or cold food menu for your guests, inclusive within the party cost. 

Menu Options

• Ham or cheese sandwich
• Pizza Twist (either pepperoni or margherita)
• Hot Dog

All are served with a packet of crisps, frube, fruit bag and a small slush or fruit juice. 

Why not upgrade to an extra large slush bottle for only £1.55 per person! (Regular price £5.60)

Sweet bags added to party box £1.00 each.

Please note we do not allow any external food in our parties, although you are welcome to bring a birthday cake. Our party hosts can also provide water in the party room.

Optional Extras

Platters - £26.20

Choose from:
• Chicken sandwich platter (halal sourced chicken)
• Meat sandwich platter
• Vegetarian sandwich platter
• Fish sandwich platter
• Vegan sandwich platter
• Mixed tortilla wrap platter (16 pieces)
• Vegetarian tortilla wrap platter (16 pieces)

• Mixed fruit platter

Add tea and coffee for the adults for just £26.20

Birthday Cake

Choose from:
• Chocolate fudge cake £27.30
• Victoria sponge cake £27.30
• Red velvet cake £27.30
• Carrot cake £21.00
• Salted caramel cake (vegan) £33.55
• Gluten free chocolate fudge cake £33.55

PRICES

Please note the party cost covers the activity and food. Each child will be charged at the following rate:

Party type

Price per head

Soft Play Non exlusive (Under 8s)

£12.86 (min 10 children)

Foam Blaster Party (Over 6s)

£13.00 (min 20 children)

 

Party Type

Price per party

Teaching Pool Party (Under 8s) 

£335.95 (exlusive for 20 children)

 

Included within the above cost we also provide each party with their own dedicated party host who will be available throughout your time with us. Your host will greet you and your guests, assist with supervising in the activity area, ensure you are in the right place at the right time, make sure your food is served on time, and generally make sure that your party runs as smoothly as possible and your guests have the most enjoyable time. 

Please note that the party minimum charge is 10 children, and we can host parties for up to a maximum of 40 children. Payment is required at the time of booking in order to secure the party reservation and we require final numbers to be confirmed and paid, and food choices returned, no later than 10 days before the party date.

frequently asked questions

Is the party exclusive use?

The parties in the soft play are not exclusive use, however the party room is exclusive use.

The foam blaster and pool parties are exclusive use. 

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Can I decorate the party room?

Yes we allow decorations in the party room as long as no damage is caused to the walls or furniture.

Can I bring my own food?

No we do not allow any external food in our parties, but you are welcome to bring a birthday cake.

How long does the party last?

The activity lasts for 60 minutes then you have 45 minutes in the party room for food and cake.

Do you provide water for the children?

Yes, jugs of water are available from the café, but no food or drink is to be consumed in the soft play area.

Do you provide food for adults?

Yes sandwich platters are available at an additional charge.

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