Questions, answered
The things people ask us most. If yours isn't here, give us a ring on 01908 380508. We'd rather answer it than have you guess.
Booking ahead is worth it
We really do encourage booking in advance. Our trading hours can change with the season, and if a session has no advance bookings we may close it early, so booking ahead is the surest way to get the slot you want.
Before you come
Do I need to book in advance?
We strongly recommend booking ahead online. Sessions have a fixed capacity, and weekends, INSET days and school holidays regularly sell out. Walk-ins are welcome when there's space, but we can't promise there will be.
Our trading hours can occasionally change, and if a session has no advance bookings we may close it early. Booking in advance is the best way to guarantee your spot, and it tells us to keep the session running.
Does everyone need to sign a waiver?
Yes. Every person taking part needs a completed waiver, and for anyone under 18 it has to be signed by a parent or legal guardian. Sign your waiver online before you arrive, as doing it in advance saves a queue at reception.
How early should we arrive?
Aim for 15 minutes before your session starts. That gives you time to check in, sort waivers and socks, and get a safety briefing before the clock starts. Sessions begin at their scheduled time whether you're in the arena or not.
Are your opening hours always the same?
Not quite. Our trading hours shift with the season, the school holidays and how busy we expect to be, so the booking page is always the honest answer. If a session is bookable there, we're open for it.
We may also close a session early if nobody has booked it in advance, so it's worth booking rather than turning up on spec.
On the day
Do we need special socks?
Socks are required in the inflatable park. They are not included with a session, but you can buy a pair from reception when you arrive. Plain socks are perfect, and clean TopJump socks work a treat, as ours are reusable, so bring them back next time. Our birthday party packages are the exception, as socks are included with those.
One thing to leave at home: grip socks. We're an inflatable park rather than a trampoline park, and the rubber grips (including Gravity socks and similar brands) catch on our inflatables. That damages them, and it can trip children up mid-bounce. Plain socks slide the way our equipment is designed for.
What should we wear?
Comfortable clothes you can move in. No belts, buckles, zips or studs, as they damage the inflatables and can hurt other people. Empty your pockets before you go in, and take off jewellery, watches and anything sharp.
Heading to the Super Grid? It's lit with UV, so light or bright colours will glow.
Where do we put our things?
Lockers are available on site for phones, keys and valuables, at £1.50 for two hours or £3.50 for six hours. Please don't leave anything loose at the side of the arena, as items on the floor are a trip hazard, and we can't take responsibility for belongings left unattended.
Can I take photos?
Photos of your own group are fine. Please be considerate about other people's children appearing in shots, and don't take phones into the arena itself, as a dropped phone in a soft-play environment is a hazard to everyone.
Ages and supervision
Is there a minimum age?
There is a minimum age of 2 years old across the park, and every child aged 2 to 4 must have an adult with them on the inflatables. Under-5s are much better served by a dedicated Top Tots session, where they aren't sharing the arena with older children.
The VR Arena and Clip & Climb have requirements of their own. We'd encourage VR players to be around five or six and over, and Clip & Climb is for ages 4 and up, with a weight limit of 10kg to 150kg (22 to 330 lbs).
Do adults have to stay with their children?
Anyone aged 2 to 5 must have an adult with them on the inflatables. That applies to every session, including Open Jump, Top Tots and parties.
Older children can be left with our team supervising, but a parent or guardian needs to remain on site for the whole session.
Our café looks out over the park, so you can sit down and still see what's going on.
Can adults jump too?
Absolutely, and plenty do. Same rules apply: waiver, socks and a safety briefing. The VR Arena and Clip & Climb are popular with adult groups and work well as a work away-day.
Accessibility
Do you run quieter sessions?
Yes. Our SEN sessions run on Sunday mornings, 10am to 11am, with the music turned down, the lighting kept low and steady, and far fewer people in the building. Families can come and go from the arena as they need to.
Is the building accessible?
We have a lift in the building, so the upstairs areas are reachable without the stairs.
There are two sets of toilets: one upstairs in the café, and one downstairs near the party meeting point, where there's also an accessible toilet.
It's still worth calling us on 01908 380508 before your visit to tell us what you need. We'd much rather have that conversation in advance so we can make sure the visit works, than have you arrive and find something in the way.
Do carers need to pay?
No. A carer can join the person they support on the inflatables at no extra cost, so one ticket covers you both.
Everyone going into the arena has to wear socks, carers included, so if the carer doesn't have a pair they'll need to buy some from reception.
Parties and groups
How many people do we need for a party?
Our party packages need a minimum of 10 children. If you're planning something larger, like a school trip or a club day, get in touch and we'll build something around it.
For scale: we can host up to 180 guests for a private inflatable park hire, and up to 8 in the VR Arena.
If you can't find a slot that works on the booking page, give us a call on 01908 380508 and we'll see what we can do for you.
Can we bring our own food or cake?
Birthday cakes are always welcome, whichever package you book. Bring it along and we'll keep it somewhere safe until you want it.
Outside food is a different matter. Our Bronze packages don't include food, so if you book one of those you're welcome to bring your own. Otherwise food and drink from outside aren't allowed, as the Silver and Gold packages come with their own food, and the café covers everyone else.
If you have allergies or dietary requirements in the group, tell us when you book so the kitchen can plan for it.
Do you have party invitations?
Yes, we do have a party invite template online. You can download it from the following link :
Download the party invites here.
Safety
What are the arena rules?
- No food, drink, chewing gum or phones in the arena
- No jewellery, belts, buckles or anything sharp
- One person at a time on slides, and clear the landing straight away
- No diving headfirst, and no somersaults
- Never jump down from a height. That includes the top of the iceberg and the top of the slides. Always climb or slide back down
- Socks on at all times, and no grip socks please
- Do what the marshals ask, they're watching the whole arena and you aren't
Our team will run through the full briefing before your session starts.
Can I jump if I'm pregnant, injured or unwell?
We'd ask you not to. That covers pregnancy, recent injuries or surgery, back and neck problems, heart conditions and anything else where a hard landing could do damage. Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs won't be allowed into the arena.
What happens if someone gets hurt?
We have trained first aiders on site during every session. Tell the nearest member of staff straight away. Don't wait until the end of the session or try to walk it off.
Bookings and payment
Is the VR Arena included in my jump ticket?
No. The VR Arena is a separate, paid activity with its own ticket and its own session times. The same goes for Clip & Climb and the Super Grid. An Open Jump, Top Tots or SEN ticket covers the inflatable arena only.
You can absolutely do more than one in a visit, just book each activity you want. Prices for each are on the booking page.
Can I change or cancel my booking?
Yes, as long as you give us at least 28 days' notice. Cancellations and changes need to be made 28 days or more before your booking date.
For the full details, have a look at our Terms & Conditions, or call us on 01908 380508 and we'll see what we can do.
Why do session prices and times only show on the booking page?
Because they change with the season, the school holidays and how busy we are. A session price list printed on this page would be wrong within weeks, and being told the wrong price is worse than having to click through. The booking system is always current.
Party packages are the exception. Those prices hold steady, so you'll find them in full on our parties page.
Still not sure?
Give us a call on 01908 380508 or send us a message. We're happy to talk it through.
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