Xplore Soft Play

" A whole lot of fun for your little Xplorers... "











General Information

Our Soft Play and Party Centre offers an exciting and stimulating play experience. With it's dedicated toddler area, it guarantees an indoor adventure for children of all ages.

Safety, security and cleanliness meet a hubbub of activity and adventure. An equation that equals fun for everyone at Xscape's newest attraction.

Grown-ups can relax in the Xplore Cafe whilst enjoying something from our great range of hot and cold meals and snacks as well as quality coffees and soft drinks.

Opening Times

Xplore Soft Play is open 364 days a year as follows:

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
9.30am - 7.30pm
9.30am - 7.30pm
9.30am - 7.30pm
9.30am - 7.30pm
9.30am - 7.30pm
9.30am - 7.30pm
9.30am - 7.30pm

We can open outside of our normal opening hours for private bookings and parties. Speak to a supervisor for more information. Golf opening times differ from those of the Soft Play area.

NEW LOWER Soft Play Prices

Monday to Friday:

Under 4s
Over 4s
Babies*
Adults
     £2.99
     £3.99
     Free!
     Free!

Weekends & Public Holidays:

Under 4s
Over 4s
Babies*
Adults
     £3.99
     £4.99
     Free!
     Free!
2nd child goes half price!**

*Babies free when accompanied by a paying sibling, otherwise charged at 99p.
**2nd child goes at half price at weekends only. 2nd child must be of same family. T&Cs apply.

Soft Play Parties

Let us take care of your next birthday party. Choose from the two packages below, add a big birthday fuss from the Xplore team and your party is guaranteed to go with a bang!

Xplore Soft Play Party:

  • 1.5 hours playing time on the main play frame*
  • A choice of hot meals from the childrens menu
  • Unlimited orange & blackcurrant squash
  • Ice cream for dessert
  • Party bags with gifts and sweets
  • Helium filled balloons to take home
  • Invitations for your guests
  • A free entry ticket for your next visit
  • PLUS we'll set up and decorate a party table for you to eat your meal
                NEW LOWER PRICE
            £8.99 per child - Weekdays
            £9.99 per child - Weekends & Public Holidays

Chicken nuggets & chips
Cheeseburger & chips
Mini fish 'n' chips
Quarter pizza & chips
Spaghetti bolognaise


Xplore Classic Party:

  • 1 hour playing time on the main play frame*
  • Sandwiches, crisps and chocolate - buffet style
  • Unlimited orange & blackcurrant squash
  • Helium filled balloons to take home
  • PLUS we'll set up and decorate a party table for you to eat your meal
                NEW LOWER PRICE
            £5.99 per child - Weekdays
            £6.99 per child - Weekends & Public Holidays

Why not combine your Soft Play party with a round of Cosmic Golf? 45 minutes play time, hot food, drinks & desserts, party bags, balloons and more - all for under £10 per child. Ask a member of staff about our 1/2 & 1/2 Party.

Add a visit from 'Xplorasaurus' to any of our party packages... Ask for details.

* Booking does not guarantee exclusive use of the play frame unless specified.

Parent & Toddler Sessions

Every Tuesday, Thursday & Friday Xplore runs morning and afternoon sessions for parents & toddlers. They include seasonal art and craft activities, games, toys and soft play. There's free juice and biscuits for the children and a whole lotta fun!

Information

Sessions run all day from 9:30am until 2:30pm.
New low price: £2.99 per child

Pictures

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Special Offers & events

NEW UNDER 4'S AREA NOW OPEN!

We're really pleased to announce that the new Under 4’s area at Xplore is now open.

The exciting new 'U4 Zone' includes a mini astra-slide, a small ball pool and plenty of other new play equipment for your little Xplorers.

ShakeStop comes to Xplore

Grab a cool shake at our brand new milkshake bar. Choose a flavour from our Mega-Menu... From Strawberry to Snickers, from Mars to Marmite - you name it, we'll shake it!

New Loyalty Scheme Launched Early!

Introducing ThanX... There are great rewards available as you build points and special member benefits such as advanced ticket availability for our sell-out Halloween Party. Follow the 'ThanX' link on the menu to register.

Customers can still use their existing Bonus Cards until completed.

The Bear Factory comes to Xplore

GET STUFFING with the newest addition to Xplore's offerings - The Bear Factory. Create your very own huggable, lovable friend with us and choose from our wide range of outfits and accessories.

Bear Factory birthday parties are also available - download a leaflet here.

5 Stars for our Quality Kitchen!

We're delighted to announce that following a recent routine inspection by Wakefield Environmental Health Team, Xplore has been awarded 5 stars, the highest rating possible in the 'Scores on the Doors' scheme, signifying excellent standards of food hygiene and cleanliness.

XPASS

Visit us regularly and want an even better deal?

We now offer the XPASS, a membership card which grants your child unlimited entrance into Xplore. All that is required is a picture of your child and one simple form to fill in. Just top it up when it expires - no fuss, no recurring direct debits.

Prices are as follow: (per 4 weeks)

  • Under 4 - £14.99
  • Over 4 - £19.99

Getting here...

Xplore is located in Xscape, upstairs next to LaserZone.

By car...

FREE PARKING with plenty of parent & child spaces!

Xscape is just next to the motorway and very easy to get to by car, simply leave the M62 at J32 and follow brown tourism signs for Xscape/Freeport. Xscape has 1,400 FREE parking spaces.

By bus...

Services run between;

410 & 411 - Leeds & Freeport Castleford
X62 - Leeds - Freeport Castleford - Hull City Bus station
192 - Wakefield Bus Station - Freeport Castleford
134, 135, 136, 137 - Castleford Bus Station - Freeport Castleford

By rail...

There’s a dedicated train station at Xscape Castleford called Glasshoughton Station.

Trains run regularly on the Pontefract Line from Leeds to Knottingley/Goole. Visit West Yorkshire Metro or call 08457 48 49 50 for details

Rules of Play

For the safety of everyone that uses Xplore, we ask that your follow our rules of play.

  • Children must be under 1.45m and under 12 years old to gain admission to the play area.


  • Children (and adults!) must wear socks whilst using the play frame. Long sleeve tops are also advised.


  • The tots area is strictly for children under 4yrs old.


  • Children under 4 should not use the main frame without parental supervision.


  • No food, drink or gum in the play area. Only food or drink purchased on the premises may be consumed in the cafe area.


  • No shoes, ties, jewellery, spectacles (unless shatterproof) and any sharp objects, including badges and loose change in the play area.


  • The management cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage to property or personal belongings.


  • Children who are clearly unwell should not use the facilities. No glassware is allowed in the play area.


  • Please report any accident or injury to a member of our trained staff.


  • Please allow plenty of time to consume any food you purchase from our cafe.


  • Above all... HAVE FUN AT XPLORE!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a time limit?
Not usually. Although at peak times we may impose a time limit of 1.5 hours.

What age/height is the play area suitable for?
Children must be under 12 years old and less than 1.45 metres tall to play on the play frame. There is also a dedicated tots area for under 4s.

Do I need to pre-book?
It is not usually necessary to pre-book unless you have a birthday party or large group. However we can’t guarantee that there will not be a waiting time for entry at peak times.

Is there a minimum number for birthday parties?
Yes, you need to bring at least 7 people.

Will we have the play frame to ourselves?
We can take bookings for exclusive use of the play frame, but under normal circumstances you would share the frame with other customers. We can also open outside of our normal opening hours for private parties.

THANX - Customer Rewards Scheme

Introducing our new customer rewards programme - ThanX. No more card to hunt for each time you visit, just one simple keyring that we 'zap' on your way in. Then, every few visits, a voucher will print off for you at the front desk entitling you to great rewards such as free drinks, free food, and even free entry.

You'll also get special offer tickets and discount vouchers on some visits with great deals on soft play, food and drink, the Bear Factory and cosmic golf. Register now - it's easy...

Just fill in the details below and we'll send you a confirmation email when your keyring is ready to pick up.

Please provide your name:  

...and your email address:    

...and for verification, your postcode:    

We will NEVER pass your details to any third party. By registering for a Thanx card you consent to us sending you occasional emails with details of Xplore events and special offers.

Click the button below to register.

This form is now functioning as normal. Thank you for your patience. Please remember that it can take up to 4 weeks for your keyring to be ready for collection.

         

Questions or Queries?

Don’t hesitate to contact us!

Post / SatNav
Xplore
Xscape
Colorado Way
Castleford
WF10 4TA

Phone
01977 553355

Email
contact-us@xploreplay.com

© Xplore 2007-2008. All rights reservered. E. contact-us@xploreplay.com T. (01977) 553355
Xscape Castleford, Colorado Way, Casterford, WF10 4TA. Company No. 5704018