Epicland UK
BEST FOR
Ages 0-9
ENTRY
from £5.95
SETTING
Indoors
WHERE
Manchester
What it’s like
Age-zoned soft play with baby corners, climbing frames and craft tables, plus a café that does more than chicken nuggets.
The play areas are split by age, so a crawling baby isn't sharing space with a nine-year-old on a climbing frame. There's craft spaces and role play sets alongside the usual scrambling and sliding, which is a nice touch if you've got a child who needs a sit-down break from the physical stuff without you needing to leave.
Pricing is split into off-peak and peak, and it makes a real difference. Off-peak, a Player ticket is £12.95 and gets unlimited play with one free adult in. Peak time bumps that to £16.95 and caps you at 2.5 hours, which stings a bit given you're paying more for less time. Extra children are £9.95 off-peak or £13.95 peak, and any extra grown-ups are £4 either way. Babies under one play free, every day, which is a genuinely decent policy.
Grip socks are required for every child, so factor that into the morning if you don't already own a drawer full of them. Booking is required, which is worth knowing if you're the type to just turn up on a Saturday. The Epic Café does barista coffee and proper food rather than an afterthought, with allergy labelling clear enough that you're not squinting at a laminated sheet.
If you're planning a party, it's £21.95 a child off-peak or £24.95 peak, and that covers 2.5 hours of unlimited play, your own party room, a host, food and party bags, plus a pick from over 20 themes. There's a £100 deposit to lock it in, and slots run at 10am or 2pm, Tuesday to Sunday.
Facilities
Need to know
- Best for
- Ages 1 to 9, with separate zones for babies and older climbers
- Food
- Epic Café serving barista-quality coffee, healthy meals and child-friendly snacks with clear allergy labelling
- Parties
- Birthday parties from £21.95 per child off-peak and £24.95 peak
- Off-peak tickets are unlimited time; peak tickets cap you at 2.5 hours for more money
- Babies under one always play free, no exceptions
- Party bookings need a £100 deposit to secure the slot
- Extra adults are £4 whether you visit off-peak or peak
Plan your visit
How much does it cost?
£12.95 off-peak or £16.95 peak for a Player ticket, both including one free adult. Extra children are £9.95 off-peak or £13.95 peak, and extra adults are £4 flat.
Do we need to book?
Booking is required, so this isn't a turn-up-and-see spot.
Is it suitable for a baby?
Yes, there are baby corners separate from the bigger climbing zones, and under-ones play free every day.
How long do we get?
Off-peak is unlimited play. Peak time is capped at 2.5 hours, and it can hit full capacity on busier days.
What's the age range?
It's aimed at ages 1 to 9, or anyone under 1.45m tall.
Do we need grip socks?
Every child needs a pair, so bring your own or expect to buy some there.
What's the food like?
The Epic Café does barista coffee and proper meals rather than just snacks, with clear allergy labelling.
What are the opening hours?
9am to 5:30pm every day, including weekends and bank holidays.
How do birthday parties work?
From £21.95 a child off-peak or £24.95 peak, covering 2.5 hours of play, a private party room, a host, food and party bags. There's a £100 deposit and slots run at 10am or 2pm, Tuesday to Sunday.
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