bubbles. its the g. its the go. its the goa. its the goat. if ur 3 years old or 69 years of age…read morethis is the place for you. just be careful on the triangles, i smashed my pinkie toe in on them once. kind regards, granny smith

Soft play areas are a necessary evil of having children. Admittedly, they are probably one of the…read moredimensions of hell too dark even for Dante's Inferno. I always leave with a horrific headache after a couple of hours in an enclosed space with the high pitched squeals of sweaty children having far more fun than is good for them. However, the silver lining to these places is the guaranteed time off resulting from the muckle nap small children will need shortly after visiting. It makes that couple of hours all worthwhile and keeps me coming back and happily handing over money. Bubbles Factory is purpose built and a really good soft play. The cafe area is clean, bright and appealing and the soft play area is well maintained and adored by big and small children alike. On this visit I ordered a coffee and empire biscuit for me and a cheese sandwich for puff. It is worth noting that a wait for food is usual but since everything is freshly prepared and there is plenty to distracted impatient children this hasn't ever been an issue for us, even on really busy rainy days. The coffee isn't brilliant, it's a machine rather than proper espresso and they do loose a star for that - proper good coffee would make me much happier here! But the empire biscuit and the cheese sandwich were very good and since puff went on to sleep for a mammoth 3 hours following our visit I'll be going back.

In the famous words of R. Kelly's 'Ignition'... BOUNCE BOUNCE BOUNCE BOUNCE BOUNCE BOUNCE BOUNCE…read moreBOUNCE The boyf and I came here for a bit of an unconventional date night activity, and we were not disappointed! We showed up on a Monday evening (was also a bank holiday) without having booked, and although the place was quite busy we had no trouble getting a 'flight time' and were on the trampolines about 10 mins after arrival. We took the subway and it's about a 5 minute walk from Kinning Park station, so very accessible and easy to find (if you just follow googlemaps...not sure we would've found it on our own haha) They make you sign a wee disclaimer form which is SO easy and conveniently done on a set of computers specially for that task. This is much quicker and simpler than writing all the info down! It costs a tenner for an hour's 'flight time,' but honestly I think that's enough! You can get a 2 hour pass but we were knackered after about 20 mins and had to take regular water and sit-down breaks. Make no mistake, this is sweaty, sweaty exercise! A couple of wee negatives bring it down to 4 stars- the lockers they have are pretty tiny, and I had my uni bag with me. I ended up having to just put my valuables there and leave my laptop and all my books in my bag on top of the lockers. Bit annoying! They went through a quick safety briefing which I tried to catch all of but the woman spoke pretty quickly, and used some terms which I didn't understand at first like 'gainers' (which is when you run into a flip I think? still not sure haha). Naturally the boyf was way too excited about getting on the trampolines and listened to none of the safety briefing, but they have wee referee people blowing whistles at you all the time if you break the rules. The selection of activities is quite extensive- there are normal trampolines, dodgeball, basketball, a HUGE foam pit with various platforms to jump off from, and punching bags which are incredibly high up, but if you can jump high enough you can climb onto them! The crowd that night was a mixture of kids and the odd unlucky parent who looked like they were having the worst time ever, a group of 'lads', some real professionals who were flipping and bouncing all over the place, and us! This place really made me think about how many inhibitions adults have! There I was watching little kids do running backflips into the foam pit, and I had to really, really psych myself up about doing a frontflip! Finally did it, as did boyf, and we were all proud of ourselves for having done a literal fraction of what these 3ft tall energizer bunnies were achieving. Both of us ended up with sore backs, and both of us had done it the same way- by stiffening up on one of our first landings and feeling a jolt all the way up our backs. So if there's one good bit of advice I can give- it's loosen up and try not to let your grownup 'but this is dangerous' voice take over! The more relaxed you are the less you're likely to get injured. Would love to come here with a big group of pals, and will definitely be back!

Well that was fun…read more Absolutely done my back in almost immediately, so didn't give it my all. All the more reason to go back. They have trampolines. Lots of them. More importantly, they have dodgeball! The super friendly staff even acted as refs. There's also a few basketball hoops (don't forget this all involves bouncing) and a foam pit with different ramps to jump from. All of this adds up to mega fun for kids and there's a lot of special events marketed for the young and fearless. But, that shouldn't put off adults, with or without kids. There's an obvious exercise angle to all of this, but at a tenner a go I suspect it will appeal to most people as 'a fun thing to do'. Some proper changing areas and more food options would be a treat, especially given the exercise aspect. There's only vending machines with the usual at the moment. Hard work, but fun. Give it a try.

I have a confession: I have been known to have epic tantrums post-mini golf in the past. I'm glad…read moreto say after Saturday's outing, coming second last and scoring a default 6 on most holes, I am now reformed: no more tantrums! Thanks to David A for organising this awesome UYE as part of the Festival of Firsts. We visited Jurassic Parrr on a cloudy/sunny Saturday to take on the challenge of 18 holes of dino-fun times. But first, we needed to conquer the cafe. There's lots of outdoor seating and comfy couches inside. We ordered at the counter after locating a menu - I went for a baked potato with ham and cheese. At a whopping £5.50 I was less than chuffed at the price but needs must - I would've definitely had a tantrum if I was required to mini golf on an empty stomach. The topping was great - more like gammon than ham, and lashings of cheese. The potato wasn't great though, a little dry. The outside of the potato was super crisp and yum, so I just scooped out most of the middle and ate the topping and skin. Onto the golf: it's £7.50 per adult and for that you get a putter, ball, and a score card. It's probably best to play in a group of 4 and so we split into two groups. There's some pretty cool holes along the way but it would be loads better if there was a bit of an upgrade and more novelty elements. All in all though, it was a pretty fun way to spend an hour or so, and I'd go back in the future.

We went to Jurassic Parr when we were in Glasgow as an activity for us to do in between other stuff…read morewe had planned for the day. What to say? Well, mini golf is mini golf. We generally enjoy playing mini golf and a themed mini golf park makes it just that much more enjoyable. We really enjoyed that this particular golf course takes into account 3 of our senses. You get the visual from the environment, the giant dinosaurs (some of them moves), the cave, the water, etc. They have speakers with growls and nature type sounds, it even smells like fire. Plus, they have an app to take down scores and as lovers of new technologies, we really enjoyed having the option to go paperless. The only downfall, was the small amount of "unusual" holes. There was only 3 or 4 holes which were directly linked to the theme, the others were just the usual plain holes you find in most mini golf courses (and not overly challenging at that). we really enjoyed our round, but we wont be going out of our way to go back again.

I visited Planet Play in Barrhead for the first time last week with my 3 year old and my 1 year old…read moreas I was meeting some friends here. The soft play area is a decent size, and for 3 year olds and up is great with lots to entertain them with all the usual soft play equipment for clambering over, sliding down... There is a small area cordoned off for younger toddlers. For me this was a bit of a let down. My 1 year old is too small for the bigger soft play area, but this cordoned off area had very little to entertain her and was too small for her. The seating area for coffees and lunches has a good capacity, but the tables and chairs are densely packed in to a relatively small space, meaning it felt a little cramped. The food itself was OK. I had a sweet chilli chicken wrap but the chicken was processed and artificial in texture and taste. The portion sizes were generous and the little ones were happy with their meals of macaroni cheese and hot dog and chips. I wouldn't rush back to this soft play until my youngest is closer to 3 years in age, but for the over 3s this is not a bad soft play at all!

Indoor Adventure Playground for children aged 1-10 years old, juniper jungle is excellent for…read moreyounger kids. It can get very busy at weekends due to parties, but staff operate a maximum child limit so it is never dangerously overcrowded. The food is delicious and the premises are very clean and tidy. Juniper Jungle is the first softplay in Scotland to be awarded the healthy living award by the Scottish Executive There is free car parking and C.C.T.V. monitor key areas within Juniper Jungle. Visitors are booked in and out at reception via a security gate system to stop little ones wandering outside. Baby changing facilities are fitted in all the toilets. Complete party packages are available for any occasion.

This place is absolutely first class for younger kids. Very clean, the staff are very friendly and…read morehelpful and the food is excellent too. I have heard they are supposed to be opening another one in Kilmarnock which would be great if its anywhere near as good as this one!

Went here for a birthday day out, had an excellent time! The instructors give you a safety…read morepresentation, video etc and go over the rules of the track as well as all the flags meanings etc. Then its time for kitting out in all the equipment you need for the race. Next up is the Karts, the instructors give you a short lesson on the controls and then its time to get on the track. Practice laps, then you move on to either GP or different race formats. These can be chosen on the website or over the phone. All in all we had an excellent day out, its great fun and the Karts are super fast, feels like a real racing car! but in miniature!

From the owner: Track Drive Experience - a great introduction to karting where you race against the clock or other…read morevisitors Age 12+. Exclusive Grand Prix - fast and furious race action for your group or company for 8 to 56 drivers. Compete as an individual in our Grand Prix formats or with colleagues in our Team Race endurance races. Kids Karting - Junior karts for ages 8+ for Track Drive and Birthday Parties. Combat City Tactical Laser Tag at Cambuslang - real tactics & metal guns, for ultimate team based fun for Individuals, Groups and Companies. Sessions for kids (6-11yo) and Adults (12+).

Kids Valhalla! But for me I found it wholly too big and overwhelming. I found myself neurotically…read morefollowing my kid around and was thrilled when he decided to stick to the big moon hill thing. In my local play area I can sit and have a cuppa and not worry about him, here I felt a need to have him chipped or tagged so I could find him in the wilderness. Lots to do, for kids of all ages. Cafe part was only used for drinks and a tray bake but it was reasonably priced and tasty. Baby changing area was decent enough too. Great for a wet afternoon, but when it's busy you need a lead for your kid

There seem to be load of soft play places around Glasgow these days, but variety is always good…read more With it being kids' birthday party season this is the third one I've been to in as many weeks, I think. First off, it's huge - an old industrial unit. The ceiling may as well be the sky. Space is very well used with a couple of activities I've not seen in other play places - such as the stretched fabric space tent climbing activity. You have to see it to understand! The soft play area is a large U-shape surrounding an event area and small go-kart track, with one section set aside for the much smaller / toddler age range. Wall paintings are *staggering* and enormous. The decor goes all around the building, including the toilets (which are kept fairly clean - and it's good to see two baby-change units in the gent's loo). Party staff were great, very engaging and listened to the birthday boy's wishes and his cake was wheeled out by Woody from toy Story! Other staff were friendly and wandering around keeping an eye on things in general. Food prices are the usual escalated range you expect from these places - an adult burger with chips is around £7 and a kid's meal with a drink £4.25. Overall, impressed. If you're sitting in a seat waiting while the young ones work up a sweat, take a jumper. Especially first thing on a cold morning, it can get a little chilly.

Since my first visit to City Kids I have frequented it fairly regularly with friends and their…read morelittle ones. There have definitely been some improvements to this soft play since I wrote my first review in that the under two area has been stocked with more toys to keep the very little ones happy. More of the toys are functioning and cleaner I would say too. The main toilets are better maintained now and are always clean. However the baby changing area is not so fragrant still! Ok by its nature it is not going to smell of flowers, but compared to other baby changing areas I feel it could be improved. Perhaps it needs checked and freshened up by staff more regularly? Too much toilet talk? Sorry, but it has to be said! Ok so on to the food... This is one of my favourite soft play centres in terms of the food. The food is of a good quality for this sort of establishment with a good selection of tasty dishes for big and little folk alike! I am a BIG fan of the home cooked chilli with chips and cheese - total comfort food! There is an ice cream bar which goes down a treat with the little ones and helps to cool then down after an hour or two of soft play adventuring! Also they make a good coffee to give the adults a much needed energy boost. Am pleased to update my original review and bump on an extra star for City Kids Stepps!

If this place was a noise it would be a full scream in the face through a megaphone in a tunnel…read more It's kids on speed. It's play times two. It's insanity squared and multiplied by infinity.. with ice cream around it's face. Plonked in a wee unassuming patch in fair Partick, the exterior of this joint lies. It's a darn durty lie. For behind the single door lies an epic sprawling area of soft play and what feels like a land of marshall law. Kids rule here. Parents can be found covering in corners supping on quadruple espressos, rocking back and forth muttering something about the apocalypse and how nice it might be right about now. Oh please dear reader, please do not take this to be a negative review or indeed that I don't love spending time with my kids. Please just show this review to a parent and see if they begin nodding and a tear forms at the side of their eye (or both). It serves food. It has seats, it's a little rough around the edges, but that's never a complaint you'll here from a 3 year old as they whip through the place dressed as a princess on a Peppa Pig trike with chocolate stains around their mouth and devilment in their tiny little eyes.... the apocalypse could be nice right about now

This place is a tardis! You'd never know from the entrance on Gardiner Street how big it actually…read moreis inside. This was out first visit, having been to Wonder World a good few times, but choosing to come here as it opens earlier. Comparing it to somewhere like like Wonder World is always going to be a tough gig, basically this place has it's pros and cons. Pros: - serves a good cuppa and at £1 for a large mug is cheap! - wide range of toys, from ride ons to trucks to giant dance mats for kids to play with on top of the soft play area - breakfast rolls looked good (I never tried one) but all are under £2 - lots of seating (& highchairs) including a few comfy if worn couches - staff are lovely Cons: - smells a bit damp (I feel a bit blurgh just writing that but I really put me off) - areas of the soft play are really quite worn out & in need of replacing - some of the toys need cleaned or binned! - there are signs everywhere in relation to food - they don't like you bringing your own food in, totally understand this when they sell food, but show me the parents of a small child who don't carry bribery snacks?? And when your child insists on eating that exact thing are you supposed to leave? All in all this place is pretty okay for the entry fee charged. I can't help but feel it could be improved quite easily though with a bit of care and attention.