Welcome back to the play cafe!

To book a play sEssion oR party sLot click the book button above

We are closed

• All day on Saturday 9th March

We can’t wait to see you at The Play Cafe.

We have 4 play sessions per day during the week and Fizz Fridays on Friday afternoons with a free glass of Prosecco included with every £6.50 entry. When we haven’t got any parties running on the weekend, the Play Cafe will be open - check our opening/closing times above or our social media for updates.

Prebookings and drop ins are accepted but please check if we have any availability online first to avoid disappointment.

• All sessions yare non refundable and we are not able to amend or transfer bookings. 

• On arrival, please check in with the team to let them know you have arrived and so they can allocate you your own table.

Welcome to The Play Cafe at Sandown Park. We hope you and your little ones enjoy being here as much as we do!

The Play Cafe isn’t just about your little ones! As a young family with two young boys, we wanted to create a fresh and modern space which appeals to us Mums, Dads and Carers too!

We know your little one won’t notice the ice cream colour palette or chairs but we do know a modern soft play needs to be a balance between kiddie and adult friendly! More importantly we have plenty of coffee! There is never enough caffeine in our day! We have worked hard to transform The Play Cafe into so much more than a soft play with events and workshops to help support us parents weather the parenting storm.

We have some exciting plans for this year so keep an eye out for announcements on new classes, workshops and events.

The Play Cafe family x

See our website for more details, email us at manager@sandownparkgolf.com or call us on 01372 469 260 You can also check our Facebook page or Instagram for regular updates and details on classes and events.

Call: 01372 469 260
Email: manager@sandownparkgolf.com

LOCATION

The Play Cafe at Sandown Park, More Lane, Esher, KT10 8AN (Access from the rear entrance to Sandown Racecourse/located at Sandown Park Golf Centre)

OPENING HOURS

Monday - Friday 9:30am- 5:00pm at the set play times below - we are now open on Wednesday mornings too!

When we haven’t got any parties running on the weekends, The Play Cafe is open for family play time - keep an eye on our social media or opening/closing times at the top of our website.

There are four play sessions Monday to Friday at the below set times- allowing us time to clean down the area and reset the toys in between. If we haven’t got any parties running on the weekend, we open the softplay at the below times too:

9:30 to 11:00 (90mins)

11:30 to 13:00 (90mins)

13:30 to 15:00 (90mins)

15:30 to 17:00 (90mins)

Pricing:

We are continuing with a reduced capacity with only 9 tables/bookings per play session. Maximum of 4 people per booking. Each booking will require a table.

Children over 12m: £6.50

Siblings: £3.50

Babies 6-12m: £4

Under 6ms: Free with a paying adult & child

Adults: One per child free

Additional adults: £3.50

T&Cs: Due to reduced capacity for play sessions, each booking requires a table. Tables are for 4 people only including children.

We are unable to cancel or reschedule sessions. Thank you for all of your support at this time.

OPENINGS/CLOSURES

We are closed

• All day on Friday 26th January

PARTIES & OCCASIONS AT THE PLAY CAFE

FUN-FILLED PARTIES AT THE PLAY CAFE…

Looking for somewhere to hold your little one’s birthday party, Christening, family gathering or NCT reunion?

The Play Cafe offers a range of soft party packages for under 5s.

The Play Cafe Party Package - £255

A 2-hour exclusive hire of the soft play area and garden with party food and drinks for up to 15 children. The package includes buffet party food with cheese, ham or jam finger sandwiches, seasonal fruit, Pom-Bears, yogurts, party biscuits and unlimited squash OR animal themed lunchboxes with a choice of a ham, cheese or jam sandwich, Pom-Bears, party biscuits and a carton of juice per child. Additional children are charged at £10. Extra party time is charged at £50 per hour.

Looking for something for the adults? We have a range of delicious party food platters from sandwich and wrap platters to cheese, antipasti or vegetarian boards. Or to toast the special occasion, why not pre-order some drinks from our fully licensed bar at The Clubhouse.

In need of a party entertainer? Our dedicated events manager can help recommend a selection of party suppliers from bouncy castle providers, balloon companies, glitter makeup artists to cake makers, to make your party as hasslefree as possible.

Visit our booking page for current availability and to book a party slot: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=20558535

If you have any questions, email our events manager on manager@sandownparkgolf.com for more details.

Terms & Conditions:

Party deposits are non refundable unless we are required to cancel a party due to Covid 19 related issues.

Please note regarding special dietary requirements that although the greatest care is taken to ensure that our food is free of a specific allergen, we can’t guarantee that the food will be 100% free from allergens or that it hasn’t had any cross contamination whilst being prepared in the kitchen. Please refer to the allergens folder for further details - this can be sent via email if required. 

FAQS:

What does the party hire include? A 2hr exclusive hire of The Play Cafe, Party Room and Garden, food for up to 15 children (depending on the package you go for), a party table set up with tablecloths, plates, cups or lunchboxes (depending on the package) and any plates, cups, napkins and cutlery to go with any adults food/drinks ordered.

Can I bring my own food and drink? We don’t allow any external catering or drinks at the venue. We have a licensed bar and cafe attached to the venue with a kids and adults food and drinks menu.

Can I bring my own decorations? Yes the venue comes as is so party hosts should bring their own decorations. We can recommend suppliers to help you decorate too! Just to note, Confetti balloons, piñatas and party confetti is not allowed at the venue as it is a choke hazard for smaller children. We’ve just had The Play Cafe redecorated and put up hooks for decorations so we kindly ask that no Blu Tak, White Tak or Cellotape is used on our walls.

Can I use my own helium canisters? Yes but any helium canisters used will need to be removed by the party host at the end of the party and any left at venue will incur a disposal fee of £10.

Can I hire a bouncy castle? Yes we have our own bouncy castle you can hire from us at an additional cost

Can I hire an entertainer? Yes! We have a list of recommended suppliers but you’re welcome to find your own too!

Can the food offering be altered for different ages? Yes it can- once you have booked, the events manager can discuss this with you further.

Can I bring my own cake/cakes? Of course!

Can I extend the party by an additional hour? Yes, we can either change the party to 10-1pm or 3-6pm. It is an additional £50 per additional hour.

Do you hire the space for Christening Parties? Yes we do lots of Christenings!

TIMETABLE & CLASSES

We have a range of weekly art, music and dance classes to help nurture your child’s imagination and support their development. Feel free to contact the class leaders for more information or to book.

DIB DAB ART CLUB

Dib Dab Art Club: is a creative and educational art experience for babies and children from 18 months - 4 years. Our classes at Sandown offer something for every age group, from our Baby Messy Art classes on Mondays at 10am and 10.45am.

Each week we present a different theme for the children which is age appropriate and fun with just the right balance of painting art, structured fine motor skill crafting and story-time. Classes are £10 per class and to book for a term please email dibdabartclub@gmail.com

Soft play is not included.

TINY TUNES

Come along to our 'Award Winning' Music & Dance classes! Hide under a parachute, wave the pom poms, shake the maracas, dance with bubbles & sing along! As well as the all time favourite rhymes and songs, Tiny Tunes gets the little ones dancing to some of the well known pop classics! Book a session at www.tinytuneslive.com

Classes are £8.50 (siblings £3.50)

Soft play is not included and should be paid for via The Play Cafe website or if there is space with the team on the day

OTHER EVENTS AND ONE-OFF WORKSHOPS

From time to time, we also host one-off workshops and events too! Recently we hosted two sold out Halloween parties and a Christmas party with Tiny Tunes. Previously we’ve hosted Sleep Workshops, painting mornings with Ceramica, toddler hairdressing mornings, a wreath making workshop, a pilates and Prosecco evening and mummy shopping and wellness mornings!

new courses, classes & news

At the Play Cafe we hold regular events for parents and children, so look out for our latest events.
The Play Cafe Presents: blogs from class leaders, local businesses and interesting articles, so look at our blog page for the most recent posts.

Your guide to the Spring clock change 

On Sunday 31st March 2024 our clocks spring forward by an hourat 2am. This means your little one will be 'sleeping in', but also they won't be ready for bedtime at their normal time.

Here are tips on how to adjust to the new time:

1. Do Nothing
Simply jump into the new time, with a wake, nap and bedtime that will be one hour later. This is a great option if you have an early riser!

2.Gradually adjust bedtime
If you have a younger baby who is sensitive to change and you want to keep on the same schedule you can move their routine by 15 minutes earlier starting on Wednesday night or 30 minutes earlier from Friday night. Don't forget to move their wake time and naps as well

.3.Lots of light
Sunlight helps regulate sleep-wake cycles. Spend time outdoors with your baby during the day, especially in the morning, to help them adjust to the new time more easily. Both the mornings and evenings will be lighter so it may be worth buying a black our blind to help your little one sleep.

4. Adjust meal times
Don't forget to shift feeds and solids, as mealtimes influence adjustment of the circadian rhythm as well.

5. Do your best
Remember it will take some time for your baby/toddler (and you) to adjust to the time change, so if you have some off days and nights, try not to worry, you'll find your way back to your routine. 

Above all, I hope you can enjoy the lighter mornings and evenings that Spring will bring as well as the warmer weather. If you need support, don't hesitate to reach out, my contact details are below.

To address concerns regarding your child's sleep or gain a better understanding of my approach, feel free to schedule a complimentary 15 minute discovery call through my website or reach out to me via email at gemma@themindfulsleepcoach.com. I am happy to provide any clarification or guidance you may require.

Visit themindfulsleepcoach.com to get a free downloadable guide on reducing early wakes and follow me on Instagram @themindfulsleepcoach for an abundance of free sleep tips!

Join DibDab Art Club for an evening of painting, fizz and festive nibbles at The Clubhouse Bar & Cafe next door to The Play Cafe on Thursday 30th November at 7.30pm to 10pm. Visit www.dibdabartclub.com for more information!

NEW CLASSES AND EVENTS COMING SOON

The Clubhouse Bar & Cafe, adjoining The Play Cafe, is a fully licensed bar offering food and drinks for Play Cafe customers, parties and for Sandown Park Golf Club.

Offering a range of food, hot and cold drinks, snacks, party platters and ice creams, it has something for everyone. We also have a selection of baby food pouches and snacks. Parties can pre-order a selection of drinks, including bubbles, beer and wine to toast the special occasion. Plus we have Sky Sport, so it is the perfect place for Dads to escape to for a drink and to watch the sport.

Our new food menu has just launched with a full menu with classics like avo & sourdough, Shakshuka, Caesar Salad, Greek Salad and pizzas on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and on the weekends and a sandwich menu on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Our current Spring/Summer Food Menu is below.

The Clubhouse Bar & Cafe is available for private hire for parties in the evenings which includes inside and outside spaces. We have a delicious party food menu with buffet food, canapés or show stopping grazing tables - contact us on manager@sandownparkgolf.com for more information.