Jack in the Box Soft Play and Role Play
Jack in the Box Soft Play and Role Play
Ages
Newborn to 12 years
Price
£££
Jack in the Box is a well-maintained indoor soft play centre with separate play areas designed for different age groups, making it suitable for babies through to early teens. The facility features soft play structures alongside an impressive role play village upstairs, where children can explore interactive play zones including a working supermarket with scales and beeper, an ice cream van, and other imaginative spaces.
Parents consistently praise the cleanliness of the venue and the attentive, friendly staff who are accommodating to allergies and dietary requirements. The centre is nut-free, which is reassuring for families with allergies. Beyond play, there's a proper café offering restaurant-quality food and hot drinks, so you can relax while keeping an eye on your children. Birthday parties and group visits are well catered for, with the team able to arrange food and entertainment packages even at short notice.
Facilities
What to bring
- Socks (required for soft play areas)
- Change of clothes for younger children in case of accidents or spills
- Water bottle or use the café for drinks
- Any snacks or packed lunch if you prefer, though the café offers food
- Hand sanitiser or wipes for extra reassurance
Top tips
- The role play area upstairs is genuinely detailed and absorbing, with working features like supermarket tills and weighing scales, so leave plenty of time to explore both levels
- Take advantage of the café while your children play, especially if you're planning a longer session. It's one of the few soft plays where parents can properly relax
- If your child has allergies, the nut-free policy and staff's experience with dietary requirements make this a particularly safe choice
- Book ahead for birthday parties as they can arrange everything including food and entertainment, sometimes even with short notice
- The separate age-group play areas mean you can choose the right space for your child's age and confidence level, reducing overstimulation
Practical details
Newborn to 12 years
Suitable for babies and toddlers through to primary school age children