Blue Kangaroo
Blue Kangaroo
Ages
Newborn to 8 years
Price
£££
Blue Kangaroo is a well-loved indoor soft play centre in Cottingham where young children can explore slides, ball pits, climbing structures and other soft play equipment in a safe, supervised environment. The venue is compact and friendly, making it particularly popular with families of toddlers and younger primary school children. Staff are known for being attentive and child-focused, and the centre is kept clean throughout the day.
The centre has an on-site cafe, so you can settle in with a coffee and cake while the children play, or grab a snack and drink. It's a good option when you need somewhere indoors, whether that's during bad weather or when children need to burn off energy. Facilities include wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking and restrooms, and free street parking is available. The venue does get busy during school holidays, so it's worth ringing ahead to check availability if you're planning a weekend visit.
Facilities
What to bring
- Socks (required for soft play areas, and you may need to wear them too if helping younger children)
- Spare clothes in case of accidents or messy play
- A change bag with nappies and wipes for younger children
- A small amount of cash if you want to purchase drinks or snacks, or check in advance what payment methods the cafe accepts
Top tips
- Ring ahead before a weekend or school holiday visit as the centre gets busy quickly and may operate timetabled sessions
- Arrive early in the day if you can to avoid peak times and make the most of your session
- The wide slide is great for older siblings to go down together with younger children
- Grab a coffee or cake from the cafe and settle down to watch, rather than trying to supervise from the edge of the equipment
- Supervise younger children closely on climbing structures and ensure they're confident before attempting higher equipment
Practical details
Newborn to 8 years
Soft play centres are typically suitable for babies and toddlers through to primary school age, though some areas may be specifically designated for younger or older children.