26 venues found — showing 25–26
Clambers Playcentre
- Today 10am–5pm
“Lovely soft play area , under 5s on one level, and 5+ on 2 levels.”
Verified 1 Apr 2026
Leo’s Play Den
- Today 10am–6pm
“Kids had great time and rarely were seen as so occupied with.”
Verified 1 Apr 2026
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About Soft Play in Hastings
Hastings and the wider East Sussex 1066 Country area have a surprisingly strong soft play offering for a coastal town of its size. The combination of a significant local family population, consistent tourist trade, and regular coastal weather means demand for indoor play is steady year-round. Hastings has several well-regarded venues that serve both local residents and families visiting the town.
Venues in Hastings range from commercial indoor adventure centres — particularly in the Ore Valley, St Leonards, and Bexhill areas — to smaller community play spaces and toddler cafés serving the Old Town and residential parts of the town. Several venues benefit from the area's popularity as a weekend destination from London, which sustains good quality standards.
Soft play pricing in Hastings is broadly in line with the South East — expect to pay £6–£10 per child. Under-1s are free at most venues. Summer is the busiest period as tourist families look for indoor options when the beach weather is unpredictable. Booking ahead is advisable for weekends and school holiday periods.
For SEN-friendly options, check individual venue pages. Birthday parties at Hastings venues typically start from around £120. Our directory covers Hastings and extends to Bexhill, Rye, Battle, and the wider East Sussex area.
The 1066 Country makes Hastings a popular family destination — a soft play session is an easy complement to a trip to the castle or the Jerwood Gallery.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many soft play centres are there in Hastings?
- We list 26 soft play centres in Hastings, East Sussex: 2 with a toddler area, 3 offering birthday parties and 2 SEN-friendly.
- Which soft play centres in Hastings are the best rated?
- Among Hastings venues with 20 or more reviews, the highest rated are Glow Baby Play Centre 5.0 (65 reviews), MissionFIIT Activity Hub 5.0 (24 reviews) and Happyjacks Soft Play 5.0 (23 reviews). Ratings come from visitor reviews and change over time; venues with fewer reviews aren't ranked.
- Is there soft play for toddlers in Hastings?
- 2 of 26 Hastings venues are listed with a dedicated toddler area, including Glow Baby Play Centre and MissionFIIT Activity Hub. Browse them all on our Hastings toddler soft play page.
- Can I book a birthday party at soft play in Hastings?
- 3 of 26 Hastings venues are listed as offering birthday parties, including Daisy’s Café & Soft Play, MissionFIIT Activity Hub and Happyjacks Soft Play. Package contents, prices and availability are set by each venue, so ask them directly. As a UK-wide guide (published venue prices, checked October 2026), a soft play party typically costs about £10–£14 per child, usually with a minimum of 6–10 children and sometimes food extra. Hiring a whole play area exclusively is usually a flat £135–£270.
- Is there SEN-friendly soft play in Hastings?
- 2 of 26 Hastings venues are listed as SEN-friendly, including MissionFIIT Activity Hub and Sensory Soft Play. What that means varies — quiet sessions, sensory rooms, smaller groups — so ask the venue what they offer and when.
- How much does soft play cost in Hastings?
- Published prices are £4 at 1 of 26 venues (checked 1 Apr 2026). The other 25 venues have no published price in our listings. As a UK-wide guide (published venue prices, checked October 2026), a play session typically costs about £4–£8 per child. Council and community venues sit at the low end, while London and large commercial centres can charge £8–£10 or more; babies are often free or a few pounds. Check each venue's own website for current prices.
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