Frequently Asked Questions
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What age is the play area suitable for?
Playmania is suitable for children up to the age of around 11 years old, although there is a height restriction of 1.4m (4ft 6).
Do you have a separate toddler play area?
Yes, we have an under 3’s, 2 tier play frame and an over 3’s, 3 tier play frame, with lots of fun soft and imaginative play for all ages and abilities.
Can you book a play session?
No.
Can I go into the play area with my children?
Can I pay to stay longer?
There is no need, we don’t enforce the time limit unless we are busy. You can come in and play for as long as you most weekdays in term time.
How long do I get to play?
You are guaranteed 90 minutes of fun time to play, however we only enforce this in busy periods.
How do I book onto an event?
You can book onto our events by either giving us a call, or via our online booking system using this link: BookMyParty – Playmania – By Date
Do you have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, please see a member of staff when you arrive and they will be happy to help.
Is there a cafe in Playmania?
Yes, we have a lovely café area serving suberb home cooked food and a lovely selection of hot drinks, frothy coffee’s and skinny lattes. We have a great choice of healthy and gluten free options as well as scrummy daily specials.
Do I need to arrive early for my Party?
Feel free to arrive for your party 5 to 10 minutes before the party start time. As your party guests arrive we will ask them to take a seat in the reception area until the birthday boy/girl arrives, at which point you will be greeted by your party host who will accompany you and your guests to your reserved party tables.
What else is there to do at Elsecar Heritage Centre?
The Heritage Centre is a fabulous place to spend the day. Visitors to the Centre will find a variety of individual craft workshops, artist studios, antique centres, café, historical steam railway, and houses the famous Newcomen Beam Engine built in 1795. The Centre is a unique family attraction with a nearby park, canal side walks and access to the Trans Pennine Trail.
Will the family and friends have somewhere to sit at our party?
As a general guide each party will have a seat per adult around party tables reserved for the party family and their guests. Each birthday child receives 6 free adults, and guest receives 1 free adult. Additional adults are £1.50 each.
Do we need to wear socks?
Yes please for hygiene and safety reasons. Don’t worry if you forget, we have plenty of clean spare pairs or brand new ones to purchase for £1.
Is there a cash machine on site?
Unfortunately not, the closest facility is at Tesco Superstore on Wombwell Road S74 9BF.
Do you accept card payments?
Yes we do, there is no minimum spend.