Best Soft Play Centres Near Hexham

Rainy days, cold afternoons, and the need to burn off energy indoors, soft play centres earn their keep in the North East.

Wentworth Leisure Centre, Jungle Jacks

The obvious first stop is Jungle Jacks at Wentworth Leisure Centre. This three-storey castle-themed soft play opened in 2023 and is designed for children up to ten, with a dedicated toddler zone. The adjacent HIVE cafe gives parents a comfortable spot with clear sightlines. Sessions must be booked in advance via the Places Leisure app. Also available for birthday party hire.

Brocksbushes Play Barn, Corbridge, ~10 Minutes

Brocksbushes Farm on the A69 near Corbridge opened a brand new Play Barn in July 2024, one of the biggest soft play facilities in Northumberland. Four levels of climbing structures, slides, rope swings, ball pits, and trampolines, plus an outdoor play area. The wider farm has a farm shop, pick-your-own fruit in season, and a cafe, making it a natural full-day destination. Very popular at weekends and school holidays.

Prudhoe Waterworld, ~15 Minutes

Along the A695, Prudhoe Waterworld offers woodland-themed soft play with slides, balance beams, and climbing apparatus. Sessions run for 75 minutes at £4.50 per child (ages 1-8). Bookable via the Places Leisure app. Families can combine a swim with the soft play visit.

Which Should You Choose?

For a quick local session, Jungle Jacks at Wentworth is the most convenient. For a day out with more to do, Brocksbushes is hard to beat. Prudhoe Waterworld is best when you want to pair soft play with a swim. All three use a booking system.