We took our 2 children (2 and 4) to Rascals for the first time yesterday. Entry fee was about £4.50 per child so as per the earlier comment, if you see yourselves going back then take out a membership.
The play area is really compact, as everything is in a self contained cube, covered in strong netting that goes up to 3 levels in height (almost to the ceiling). So whilst its a good use of space, it doesnt leave much room around the edges for parents to sit and have a rest (there was a private party that had most of the tables reserved). At the same time its the only area where children can run from one area to the next so at times it can also get very crowded.
When we went we didnt really relax as the only seats were next to a very noisey football game (yes we expected it to be noisey but not to struggle to speak to each other!). There were also trays of food on tables which hadnt been cleared away, so that didn't leave a great first impression either.
When you go it might be quieter and cleaner, but at least our children seemed to enjoy it, and its near to where we live so we might go again.
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