Stanway, Colchester ★★★★★ 4.7 Year-round (holiday themed events) Adventure soft play, 0–12 yrs, from £3.95/child

Jungle Adventure in Stanway is Colchester’s largest soft play at 8,000 sq ft, a jungle-themed extravaganza with a 4-level frame, wave slide, and elephant crawl tunnels that’s been a family staple since 1995. The toddler jungle (0–4 yrs) has mini-ziplines and padded animals, while older kids tackle the rope bridge and ball storm. Sessions 90 minutes, socks mandatory (£1), capacity 120.

Café does hot meals (£6 kids’ burger) and cakes, with party rooms for £200 (10 kids + pizza). Baby classes and SEN hours available.

Free parking, 10 mins from Colchester centre.

Pros

Massive size and themed zones
Long-standing reliability
Excellent party facilities
Free parking and easy access

Cons

Can get sticky on busy days
No outdoor extension