Round The Twist Tameside

Round The Twist is an indoor play centre in Dukinfield aimed squarely at babies, toddlers, and younger children. The play space includes a toddler area kitted out with a pretend supermarket, post office, and kitchen, plus a little car track, push-along toys, and a climbing frame with slide. There is also a sweet sensory corner for babies and a separate area for older kids with space for ball games.

Sessions run for two hours, and on weekdays outside of school holidays you can just turn up without booking. Weekends and school holidays require an online booking in advance, and it is worth knowing that rescheduling needs at least 48 hours notice and bookings are non-refundable. Pricing is tiered by age: children aged one to three are £6.50, four to six are £7.50, and seven and over are £8.50, with meal deals available if you want to bundle in food and a drink. There is a £5 minimum spend if you are paying by card.

The venue serves food on site, and reviewers have found it tasty and quick to arrive. Disney songs play in the background, which tends to go down well with the little ones. High chairs and plastic cutlery are available, and the toilets include an accessible one. The entrance, toilets, and some parking are all wheelchair accessible too.

Childminders get a 25% discount with the code CHILDMINDER, though you will need to bring your original certificate along to register on the system. It is a particularly good spot for toddlers and pre-schoolers, and quieter on weekday mornings if you prefer a more relaxed visit.