Yoga Stars
www.yoga-stars.co.ukhello@yoga-stars.co.uk 07976 350564
Yoga Training for Kids. Covering Bristol/Bath/South Glos.
Children’s yoga teacher Sarah Claridge brings the ancient art of yoga as a fun and healthy way for your child to celebrate his/her birthday! Features traditional yoga postures developed into specially themed adventures, yoga games, craft activity and an all-important relaxation time! A special gift to birthday child and each child receives a party certificate!
Flying Saucers Painting Pottery Cafe
www.flyingsaucers.co.uk 9 Byron PlaceBristol, BS8 1JT
0117 927 3666 Mon - pre-booked schools and groups only, Tues- Sat - 11am - 6pm, Sun - 11am - 5pm
Friendly and fun painting pottery cafe just off Clifton Triangle.
Whether you are wanting to capture your baby’s foot or handprints, or release your child’s (and your own) inner artist, you will not be disappointed with a trip to Flying Saucers Painting Pottery Cafe. With over 100 items to choose from, a nice menu of drinks and snacks, and friendly, helpful staff, it is a great addition to Bristol. Every Tuesday is Toddler Tuesday, so go along with your pre-schooler or baby, and receive 10% off and a free coffee for you! Also available for parties.
Parties2do
www.parties2do.co.uk 7 Thomas Ave Emersons Green BS16 7TB 0117 957 3448Party organiser offering as little or as much help as you need. They will organise everything including the party bags, tablewear, decorations, invitations, entertainment, cake and catering.
The Matthew
www.matthew.co.uk Great Western Dock, Gas Ferry Rd, BS1 6TY 0117 9276868Replica of ship built in 15th century, in which John Cabot sailed from Bristol across Atlantic to discover Newfoundland in 1497. Available for harbour tours and private charters. Disabled and buggy access is limited.
Balloon Clusters
www.ballooncluster.co.uk Collette Taylor Charnwood House Frog Lane Felton Bristol BS40 9UN 01275 475611 info@ballooncluster.co.ukProfessional balloon decorating service.
KidzCraft
www.kidzcraft.co.uk Tel: 01793 - 327022The Kids Craft Party Shop. Creative fun Craft Party ideas and supplies for children’s parties.
Wizzo the Wizard
www.wizzothewizard.com Tel: 01291 - 424 385, 07748 - 772 686 Email: enquiries@wizzothewizard.comMagic for children of all ages; there are puppets, balloon modelling and prizes for all. Wizzo also does Educational Road Safety Shows.
Tatty Bumpkin
www.tattybumpkin.co.uk Tel: 0117 - 952 0070 Email: Paulabrown@tattybumpkin.comChildren’s parties based on music and movement for ages 18mths-6yrs. Can be tailored to your child, incorporating favourite places, people and a theme into an animal adventure, with certificates and stickers and a party game. (See Tatty Bumpkin around Bristol and the West. Dates and times in Performing Arts section).
Tallulah Swirls
www.tallulahswirls.co.uk Tallulah Swirls, 22 Cleave St, St Werburghs, Bristol. BS2 9UD Tel: 0117 - 377 4543Amy’s beautifully hand-crafted puppets perform to all ages. “Lots of audience participation, singing and laughing followed by a chance for everyone to see how the show operates”. Workshops also offered.
Pizzazz
www.gamesagogo.co.uk Tel: 07721 - 831 263 Email: gamesagogo@hotmail.com (Covering Bristol/Avon/Wilts area)Circus skills parties/workshops with balloon modelling, face painting, caricatures, giant bubbles and parachute games. “Steve manages to include all children (and adults) with patience and humour!”
Magical Mandy
www.magicalmandy.co.uk & www.rentawizard.com Magical Mandy, 37 Newbridge Hill, BA1 3PR Tel: 01225 - 442223, 07841 - 627013 Email: magic@rentawizard.comWonderful magic shows with a choice of themes. Mandy organises games, prizes, balloon modelling as well as the magic show. Fancy dress competition optional. Mandy is a member of the Magic Circle.
Absolute Bounce
www.bouncycastlesbristol.co.uk Absolute Bounce, 23 Halswell Road, Clevedon, BS21 6LD Tel: 01275 - 540731 Email: info@absolutebounce.co.ukOffer variety of bouncy castles, ball pools and other inflatables for hire. Available for delivery to Bristol, Clevedon, Portishead, Nailsea, Weston-Super-Mare, Taunton, Wells and all surrounding areas.
Bristol Partyhire
www.bristolpartyhire.co.uk Bristol Partyhire, 2 Ormsley Close, Little stoke, Bristol. BS34 6EN Tel: 07912 - 422300 Email: sales@bristolpartyhire.co.ukProvide bouncy castles, inflatable slides and ball pools for hire. Delivery 15 miles from postcode BS34 FREE - delivery further afield available at extra cost (see website for latest prices).
Castaways Bourne Chapel
www.bristolcommunitychurch.org Castaways Bourne Chapel, Waters Road, Kingswood, Bristol. BS15 8BE Tel: 0117 - 961 5115Two tiers of fun for U11’s which includes small inflatable bouncy, climbing equipment, two ball pools, slides, soft play area, separate toddler/baby area, separate toddler/baby area based on under water theme. Cafe area which provides a selection of home baked cakes, biscuits and snacks. Also available as a party venue.
Mayhem at Riverside Leisure Club
Mayhem at Riverside Leisure Club, Station Road, Little Stoke, Bristol. BS43 6HW Tel: 01454 - 888 666Open Daily: 9:30am -Â 5:45pm
1 1/2 hour sessions.Â
Mayhem Soft Play: 3 mths - 10 yrs (under 4′11″). Separate areas for toddlers and older children. Well supervised. Cafe, which offers hot and cold food at reasonable prices. Children’s party venue. Usually busy in holidays at weekends.
Puxton Park
www.puxton.co.uk Puxton Park, Cowslip lane, Hewish, Weston-Super-Mare, BS24 6AH Tel: 0844 - 800 2295 / 01934 - 523 500Open daily - 10am - 5pm.Â
Puxton Park has fast established itself as one of the West’s big attractions. Both functional and fun, Puxton combines a well supervised indoor play area with the chance to purchase locally produced food from its Farm Shop. 5 imaginatively themed party rooms. It has two restaurants; the informal ‘Cow Shed Cafe’, which serves reasonably priced snacks, cakes and drinks, and the ‘Meadows Restaurant’, a more formal affair. Both make use of the produce available in the farm shop.
Play Space
www.playspace.co.uk Play Space, 85 Barrow Road, St Philips, Bristol. BS5 OAE Tel: 0117 - 9550070Open - Mon - Sat 9:30am - 6pm &Â Sun 10am - 5pm.
Offering something different to parents and children, ‘Play Space’ combines a relaxing rest for mums, dads and carers, (there are even sofas to sit on and read the paper while enjoying a good cup of coffee), while children choose from the 6 play zones, the sports pitch, or the craft rooms. Cafe, with good choice of healthy meals and reasonably priced food. 3 themed party rooms which can host birthday parties for up to 25 children each.
123 Jump
www.123jump.co.uk 123 Jump, 22 Concorde Road, Bristol. BS34 5TB (Near Cribbs Causeway) Tel: 08456 - 031 996Open: Â Mon - Fri 10am - 6:30pm, Sat 10am - 7pm & Sun 10am - 6:30pm.
Active safe play for children aged 0-12 years. There are three large play-frames, a toddler zone, football pitch, cafe and much more. Offer various different party packages.
Hollywood Bowl (Avonmeads)
www.hollywoodbowl.co.uk Hollywood Bowl, Avonmeads Retail Park, St Philips Marsh, Bristol. BS10 7TT Tel: 0117 - 959 2100Open Sun - Thurs 10am - 12pm and Fri & Sat 10am - 1pm.
Ramps, bumpers and lightweight balls available for small children. Offer children’s party packages. Good educational worksheets, (such as ‘Numeracy Trail’ worksheet) for children on ‘Hollywood Bowl’ website.
Hollywood Bowl (Cribbs Causeway)
www.hollywoodbowl.co.uk Hollywood Bowl, The Venue, Cribbs Causeway, Bristol. BS10 7TT Tel: 0117 - 959 2100Open Sun - Thurs 10am - 12pm and Fri - Sat 10am - 1am.
Ramps, bumpers and lightweight balls available for small children. Offer children’s party packages. Good educational worksheets, (such as ‘Numeracy Trail’ worksheet) for children on ‘Hollywood Bowl’ website.
Bowlplex
www.bowlplex.co.uk Bowlplex, Unit 4, Aspect Leisure Park, Longwell Green, Bristol. BS15 9LA Tel: 0117 - 961 0000Open Mon - Fri 10am till late, (9:30am Sat, Sun, School half-term and bank holidays).
Bumper bars and ramps available for children to use whilst bowling. Good selection of educational worksheets for children on bowlplex website. Offer party packages.
Entertainment and Services
Trying to plan a party for your 5 year old but not sure what to do? Looking for a club for your 7 year old to join? Perhaps you want a good child-friendly meal out, or are not sure about how to entertain three small children on a wet weekend? Check out the chapters below:
Bristol Visitor Attractions - landmarks, the dockside, museums, galleries and theatres.
Out & About West - castles, caves, outdoor fun, National Trust properties, wheels, wings, and much more.
Eating Out in Bristol and Eating Out West
Entertainment - bowling, cinemas, soft play, and rainy day ideas.
Family Holidays & Weekends Away - look here for recommendations on where to go with your family for those precious breaks away from home.
Travelling Around - think beyond the car and try the trains, cycle paths, and waterways of Bristol and the West.
Walks, Parks & Play Areas - explore Bristol’s green and free spaces.
Parties - many ideas to inspire even the most fearful parents!
Shopping & Services - making shopping with kids more pleasurable.
Arts - Drama, art and craft, music, circus skills, cookery and dance.
Sports - Bristol has many sporting opportunities for children. Check out all the options in this chapter.
Faith & Action Groups - action clubs and world faith groups.
Time Out for Adults - ideas for parents to reclaim a little of their self.
High Action Avon Ski Centre
www.highaction.co.uk High Action Avon Ski Centre, Lyncombe Drive, Churchill, North Somerset, BS25 5PQ Tel: 01934 - 852335 Email: mail@avonski.co.ukDry Ski Slope (floodlit) open all year. Reception Open: 9am-10pm, Mon-Sun. Slope Open: 9:30am-10pm Mon-Fri (except Tues & Thurs 18:00-19:45) & Sat & Sun 9:30am-8pm. No booking necessary. For recreational use of slope any age permitted providing they can snowplough, stop, turn & use button drag lift. Spectators welcome in the viewing area.
Ski-lesson groups include: ’Tots Skids’, (skiing for kids aged 4-6yrs), ‘Skids’ (skiing for kids aged 7+). Other activity lessons also include, ‘Snow Blading’ (shorter ski’s, therefore faster!) and ’Tobogganing’ (5-13yrs under parental supervision). Activity Days also offered, (9yrs+ under, qualified instruction). Offers more cost effective way to experience range of activities, such as skiing, archery, mountain boarding and snow boarding. Other activities available at ski centre include, power kiting, skateboarding, climbing, abseiling and shooting. Booking essential for all activities, except recreational ski-ing. Ski schools often run during school holidays, suitable for children & adults.
Children & Teen Parties offered - Choose from a wide range of activities, including tobogganing, skiing etc. Followed by meal in party room.
Bristol Inflatables
www.bristolinflatables.com Bristol Inflatables, P O Box 250, Bristol, BS16 5WX Tel: 0117 - 9564380 Tel: 07971 - 325307Provide bouncy castles for hire, for all occasions.
Bristol Bouncy Castles
www.bristolbouncycastlesltd.co.uk Bristol Bouncy Castles, 20 Fox Avenue, Yate, Bristol. BS37 5DR Tel: 01454 - 321566 (Mr Paul Tree) Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 07796 - 775522ÂHires out assorted bouncy castles for indoor and outdoor parties. Other inflatables also available for hire include gladiators, sumo wrestlers, assault courses, slides, adventure play etc.
Bristol Fun for Hire
www.funforhirebristol.co.uk Tel: 0870 - 758 6635Provide bouncy castles and wide range of other inflatables and games for hire.
The Pink Strawberry Puppet Co.
monkeybpirate@aol.com The Pink Strawberry Puppet Co, Linden House, 14 Hillside Road, Long Ashton, BS41 9LG Tel: 01275 - 544576, 07914-187737ÂAnthony Churchill is a puppeteer who both teaches and performs. Performances can be geared to audience age and size. Workshops and puppet clubs teach puppet making, performing and its history.
Jack Stephens
www.jackstephens.co.uk Jack Stephens Magician, 42 Netherstreet, Bromham, Chippenham, SN15 2DW Tel: 01380 - 850453 Email: jackstephens@abra-cadabra.co.ukJack’s fun show features magic, puppets, singing with a guitar, games, balloon modelling and “above all lots of audience participation”. Gears the performance for all venues and occasions.
Cassandra, Storyteller
www.storiesinmotion.co.uk Cassandra, 38a Paultow Road, Bristol, BS3 4PS Tel: 0117 - 966 3864, 0797 - 107 7774 Email: cassandrawye@yahoo.co.ukAn internationally-acclaimed storyteller, Cassie creates an exuberant and vividly expressive performance, involving the audience in every twist and turn of the story. “Children and adults’ imaginations are totally engaged by her unique and participative style of storytelling”.
Punch & Judy
www.punchandjudy4u.co.uk Punch & Judy, Pogles Wood, 8 Marjoram Place, Bradley Stoke, Bristol, BS32 ODQ Tel: 0117 - 965 7761, 01454 - 613 796 (John), 0771 - 447 8327 Email: jthpunch@aol.comTraditional English Punch and Judy for 3+yrs. Entertainment can also include magic and/or balloons depending upon the individuals requirements. Shows last up to 1hr and the costs vary.
Cats Whiskers
www.catswhiskers.biz Cats Whiskers, 15 The Ridge, Coalpit Heath, Bristol. BS36 2PR Tel: 0117 - 3706147 Email: helen@catswhiskers.bizFace painting, body art, temporary tattoos and balloon modelling. Events and promotions. Strict code of practice regarding hygiene and use of safe professional paints (for sensitive skin). A maximum of 24 children for a two-hour party session.
Mr Brown’s Pig - Puppet Shows and Pirate Pantomine
www.puppetsonline.co.uk Mr Brown’s Pig, 15 Vicarage Road, Southville, Bristol. BS3 1PD Tel: 0117 - 963 4929 Email: chris@puppetsonline.co.ukÂThese excellent puppet shows are performed for children aged 3+, featuring an elaborate puppet booth with lights and music. The shows have lots of audience participation and humour. The Pirate Pantomine features puppets, comedy, music and magic.
Mad Science
www.madscience-sw.com Mad Science, Unit 18, Easton Business Centre, Felix Road, Easton, BS5 OHE Tel: 0117 - 941 5850, 01684 - 851 250 (parties) Email: enquiries@madscience-sw.comA Mad Scientist will arrive at your child’s party and entertain them with things like indoor fireworks, lively chemical magic and gooey slime! Add-ons include Hover Craft Ride, rocket launches and cotton candy making.”Interactive and susprisingly mess-free activities that will amaze your guests”.
Bib & Tucker
www.bibandtuckerfoods.co.uk Bib & Tucker, 34 Thingwall Park, Fishponds, BS16 2AE Tel: 0117 - 965 7387 Email: rachael.symons@btinternet.comHome-cooked party food and celebration cakes. (Also does a range of children’s frozen foods, using free range and organic ingredients, see website for details).
Party Pieces
www.partypieces.co.uk Party Pieces, Unit 1, Childs Court Farm, Ashampstead Common, RG8 8QT Tel: 01635 - 201844 Email: sales@partypieces.co.uk (Mon-Fri 8:30am-6pm, Sat 9am-5pm).Mail order service selling everything that you could need for your child’s party, including unusual plates, invitations and prizes.Â
Excellent mail order service for unusual plates, invitations, prizes etc.
Cakes by Alison
www.cakesbyalison.co.uk Tel: 01454 - 315742, 07801 - 336213 Email: achomette@cakesbyalison.freeserve.co.ukCakes for all occasions; Birthdays, Christenings, Weddings etc. Personalised to your requirements and will deliver free within 20 miles of Bristol.
Backwell Leisure Centre
www.leisurecentre.com Backwell Leisure Centre, Farleigh Road, Backwell, N. Somerset, BS48 3PB Tel: 01275 - 463726ÂSwimming parties, weekends only. Please phone for adult:child ratios at a child’s party. Small pool hire comes with floats, mats, balls, toys & woggles, bring your own food or food is available. Children under 3yrs must wear appropriate swim wear e.g.swim nappy.
Age Range 0-11 years.
Bristol Ice Rink
Ice skating birthday party for 5+ yrs (min 8). Price includes half an hour private tuition or Broom Ball birthday party (min 10). Both parties include skating on public session, free skate hire, 2 free adult spectators, meal in party area, party bags and gift for birthday child, available on all sessions.
Easton Community Nursery
Crèche/rumpus room available for party bookings.
Sport & Leisure Centres
Many local sport and leisure centres offer excellent facilities for children’s parties. Call for details or visit their websites. This usually includes the following: 1 hour of activity followed by the use of a dedicated party room where you can serve your own party food. Some will provide party tableware, invitations and ‘going home’ presents. The activities on offer are varied: soft play, bouncy castles, football, roller skating, basketball, trampolining, hockey and swimming.
Bristol Pirates Basketball
Parties (prizes included) with qualified coaches for able bodied and wheelchair users. Available at ‘The Park’, or another venue of your choice. Times to suit, ‘phone for cost. Suitable for 0-11yrs
Bristol Hawks Gymnastic Club
www.bristolhawksgymnastics.org Bristol Hawks Gymnastic Club, 11 Roman Road, Easton, Bristol. BS5 6DH Tel: 0117 - 935 5363/0117 - 973 7481ÂOffer birthday parties, which include the hire of first floor gym for an hour, followed by your own party tearoom downstairs for 45 minutes. A fully qualified coach will supervise and enforce safety rules within gym session. Suitable clothing should be worn in gym.Â
Bristol Old Vic
www.bristololdvic.org.uk/hospitality-events Bristol Old Vic, 38 King Street, Bristol. BS1 4ED Tel: 0117 - 949 3993ÂAny performance can be combined with a party. Can organise children’s parties for any size of group. Phone for more details.
Horfield Sports Centre
Horfield Sports Centre, Dorian Road, Horfield, Bristol. BS7 OXW Tel: 0117 - 9031643ÂBasketball, football, rollerskating (min 20 children), inflatable fun or trampolining parties offered at weekends between 2-5pm. Min. 10 children, �5 per child for 3/4hr activity & 3/4hr party. Bring your own food.0-11+,B,DB,T,n01YZ
Elmgrove Centre Rumpus Room
www.elmgrovecentre.org.uk The Elmgrove Centre, Elmgrove Road, Cotham, Bristol. BS6 6AH Tel: 0117 - 924 3377 Email: info@elmgrovecentre.org.ukRumpus Room/Soft-play room available as venue for children’s parties, and adjoining room for tea party (bring your own food). Large hall parties also available.
Make Your Mark
Creative ceramic decoration parties for all ages. ‘Phone for more details.0-11+,T,n01
Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre
Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre, Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol. BS32 9BS Tel: 01454 - 867050ÂAdventure play soft Play party (up to 9yrs) up to 25 children for 55 mins.Trampoline party (5-14yrs) up to 10 children with instructor for 55 mins.Sports themed parties (football, basketball, hockey, netball etc.) includes coach.Rollerskating parties (5-14yrs) bring your own skates; up to 20 children.Electric Fun Cars & Mini Racing Cars Party (4-8yrs) up to 12 children for 50 min. session. Inflatable Fun (bouncy castle 5-10yrs) up to 20 children for 55 min. session. Food provided or BYO!
The Alphabet Zoo Children’s Playcentre
The Alphabet Zoo Children’s Playcentre, Old Bingo Hall, Winterstoke Road, Bedminster, BS3 2NW Tel: 0117 - 966 3366Open 10am - 7pm, last admission 5pmÂ
Under new management. Play centre for 1-11yrs. Large area filled with variety of challenging equipment, including the Mega Slide, a 10ft inflatable slide. Separate toddler area. Wheelchair access available. Can cater for private parties of up to 30.
Portishead Open Air Swimming Pool
Portishead Open Air Swimming Pool, The Esplanade, Portishead, Nr Bristol BS20 7HD Tel: 01275 - 843 454Situated along the road from the lake grounds on the towns promenade. Heated swimming pool, with sunbathing terrace and cafe. Only open during summer months. Under 8’s must be accompanied by an adult. 1:1 ratio for under 5’s.
Whitchurch Sports Centre
www.whitchurchleisurecentre.co.uk Whitchurch Sports Centre, Heath Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 2BY Tel: 01948 - 660660 Email: enquiries@whitchurchleisurecentre.co.ukTrampoline, bouncy castle, 5-a-side football or rollerskating parties available. There is a min. of 10 children. The price includes 1hr activity, 1hr hire of room for party (bring your own food), plates/cutlery, drink and party bags provided.
Age range 0-11 years.
