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Soft Play at the Pod

Welcome to The Pod – the soft play place for children to climb, jump, swing, balance and bounce whatever the weather!

Based at the YMCA Hawker in Kingston, The Pod is a two-storey soft play centre open seven days a week for indoor play, private hire and children’s parties.

With activities and equipment for all ages up to 10, babies, toddlers and children can be active, use their imaginations and let off steam in a fun, safe environment while parents enjoy hot and cold drinks from our riverside café. The Pod has everything a child needs for an energetic, creative, interactive indoor adventure!

Customer notices:

  • Please check the POD opening times below or call ahead on 020 8296 9747 before each visit. During busy times, such as school holidays or wet weather, 1hr45min session times will be in operation.
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What you need to know

Opening Times

General opening times

  • Mon 9.00am – 5.00pm
  • Tue 9.00am – 5.00pm
  • Wed 9.00am – 5.00pm
  • Thurs 9.00am – 3.00pm
  • Fri 9.00am – 3.00pm
  • Sat and Sun 8.15am – 9:45am

All sessions are walk-in only, customers pay at reception. No online booking.

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Prices

  • Children – All ages £6.60 per child, this price includes one accompanying adult.
  • Additional adults £6.60
  • Special Offer – Pod meal deal: Entry to POD and hot meal (does not include Juice) £10.00
    Available Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 3 – 5.00pm
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How to find us

YMCA Hawker 
Lower Ham Road, Kingston KT2 5BH

Call reception on 020 8296 9747 for any queries.

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Booking

All sessions are walk-in only – please pay at reception.

Call reception on 020 8296 9747 for any queries.
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Terms and Conditions

  • The Pod soft play is for children aged 10 and under
  • All children must wear socks
  • All sessions are walk-in only, customers pay at reception. No online booking.
  • During busy times, play will be limited to two hours
  • Please ensure there are enough adults to supervise your group safely. *We recommend a ratio of 1:4 adults to children.
  • Children must be supervised by an adult at all times whilst in the Pod.

You will need to create an account with magic bookings to book a Pod soft play party.

Any queries about Pod soft play parties or the booking system should be emailed to venniceayethman@ymcaspg.org

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Pod Activity Sessions

Kick off the festive season with Christmas Arts & Crafts!

Morning Sessions: 10 am – 1 pm (Every weekday)
After-School Fun: 3 pm – 5 pm (Mon – Weds)

Christmas Arts & Crafts: Make festive decorations!
Role Play Area: Dress up, cook, or fix it!
Sensory Room: Enjoy sensory fun!

*Activities are included with entry to Pod Soft Play

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This local softplay is perfect for my 2 & 5 year old. It opens very early and has enough to keep them both occupied. I can also keep an eye on them as it’s not too big!

It is also great value & has a decent cafe attached.

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Soft Play Party Fun at the Pod

Party fun for kids at YMCA Hawker, Kingston.

Book your birthday party with a difference today!

FAQs and information for parents/carers

Our café is open, serving a full menu. This includes hot meals, hot drinks, soft drinks, and snacks including crisps, and fruit.

All sessions are walk-in only – no online booking is possible. Please pay at reception.

Call reception on 020 8296 9747 for any queries.

The set price per child is £6.60 The price includes 1 accompanying adult.
If you wish to bring along any additional adults they will be charged at £6.60

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Pod Soft Play, YMCA Hawker

Lower Ham Road, Kingston KT2 5BH