SPROUTS PLAY BARN

We run timed play sessions every day and between each session our team thoroughly clean the seating area, play frame and customer toilets ready for our next group of visitors. This way you can be sure, whatever time of the day you want to play, you are welcomed into a clean and fresh environment.

Session times

Off peak days – weekdays in term time:
9:15am – 2:30pm (allowing you to arrive at a time that suits you) 
3:00pm – 5:30pm (perfect for after school fun)

Peak days – weekends, school holidays, inset days and bank holidays:
9:15am – 11:30am
12noon – 2:30pm
3:00pm – 5:30pm

Please note these session are less suitable for babies and toddlers due to the high number of bigger children that attend.

Session prices

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† Pram charge £1.50. Alternatively, prams and pushchairs can be left outside in our covered area, free of charge.

Carers can receive free entry. Valid form of ID will need to be emailed to bookings@milletsfarmcentre.com before booking to confirm this. Read our full carers policy here.

*** Special Offer: Monday – Thursday term time only ***

£4.00 per child for entry to the 3pm – 5:30pm play session regardless of their age. Pre-book online and the discount will be applied automatically when you book a valid session.

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Can I bring a pushchair in?
Yes. Pushchairs to be brought into the play barn at a charge of £1.50. Alternatively, you can leave them free of charge in our outside covered pram stable. Car seats are welcome and the car park is adjacent to the Play Barn.

Why do I have to pay for my pushchair?

We are required to restrict the number of these in the building due to our fire regulations and we are keen to keep the inside of Sprouts as clean and as mud free as possible.

Can I bring my own food into Sprouts?

No, only food purchased on site is allowed in the play barn. Rose Cottage Café is situated in the Play Barn and serves a wide variety of delicious hot and cold food, and snacks. We also have a wide range of products suitable for those with special dietary requirements. This policy includes birthday cakes, so please contact us if you would like to arrange a birthday cake for your visit from our bakery (14 days notice required for all cake orders). Birthday cakes are only available if you have a party booking with us.

We are a nut free site, however cannot guarantee no traces due to shared production areas. Please contact us in advance to discuss severe medical allergies (not intolerances) as we do allow for some food items to be brought in to Sprouts for these individuals in particular circumstances.

Can I leave and re-enter the play barn throughout the day with the same ticket?
No. Your Sprouts ticket allows you to play on the specific date and time session of your booking. There’s a lot to explore at Sprouts so we envisage our customers wanting to spend the duration of their session inside.

If individual group members need to briefly leave during their booked time slot to visit other areas of Millets Farm, our staff will allow this under particular circumstances. Please speak to them on site during your visit and they’ll be happy to help.

Is smoking permitted in or around Sprouts?
No. Smoking and vaping is not be permitted within Sprouts Play Barn or its surrounding areas.

Is there a limit on play time?
We run 3 x timed play sessions per day, 7 days a week – 9.15am – 11.30am, 12noon – 2.30pm and 3pm – 5.30pm.

You can book these time slots in advance here to secure your space. You will be asked to exit the play area promptly at the end of your booking to allow our team to fully clean and prep the area for our next session.

Can I buy a family ticket to Sprouts?
We do not currently offer family ticket prices.

How do I open a membership with Sprouts?
Become a VIP Mini Sprout Club Member to gain access to special offers and discounts. You can sign up for this online, please click here to find out more and to become a member.

Do you hold birthday parties?
Yes! Please visit the parties tab above to find out more.

Can I book onto more than one session and stay for the duration of these?
You are welcome to pre-book multiple timed sessions per day, however all customers will need to exit the Play Barn at the end of each timed booking so our team can clean and fully prepare the play area for the next session.

Are you open all year round?
We are open 7 days a week. Closed for Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day & Easter Sunday. We are open for the first two sessions only on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Sometimes, due to adverse weather conditions or maintenance, we have to close certain areas of the indoor and outdoor play frame. If we have to cancel your session due to this, we will move your booking to another session of your choosing, subject to availability. 

Is your Outdoor Play area open during the winter? 
Our Outdoor Play Area is open all year round, however, we will close this area for maintenance or safety concerns caused by the weather.

Can I reserve tables within the Play Barn?
No. Unfortunately we cannot take reservations for tables within the Play Barn however we have plenty of tables available in both the Meadow and Orchard seating areas. Tickets purchased in advance guarantee you entry to the Play Barn for your booked session, however it does not guarantee you a table. This is because part of our capacity allows for some customers to use the coat hooks and lockers only.

Who supervises the children?
Parents/guardians must supervise their children at all times. Children must be supervised by an adult over 18 years of age who is responsible for their care for the duration of your visit to Sprouts. At no time can children be left in the Play Barn unattended.

Why do we charge for adults?
Sprouts Play Barn and the soft play frame is for all the family to enjoy together, no matter what age! All of our play equipment and facilities are suitable for adults to enjoy too.

What clothing should the children wear?
It’s best to wear comfortable clothes, ideally long-sleeved tops and long trousers. SOCKS must be worn by children and adults at all times in all play areas. It is advised that jewellery, watches and loose items in pockets are removed. Lockers are situated near the party rooms – you’ll need a £1 coin to use them, which is returnable after use. Shoes must be worn when using our outdoor play area. We recommend sensible footwear and do not advise wearing open-toed shoes, such as sandals, when using the equipment. 

Is there parking nearby?
Yes. We have dedicated parking right outside the Play Barn, including disabled parking too. Sprouts customers are also welcome to park in any other site parking at Millets Farm. There is walkway access to Sprouts Play Barn by foot via the play area near Millets Wildside.

How do I get to the Sprouts car park?
Sprouts car park is signposted at the bottom of the main Millets Farm driveway. Go straight ahead after coming down the main drive, then turn left at the mini roundabout. You will see the Sprouts entrance straight ahead of you. Our main car park is on the right and our overflow car park is on the left.

Can I get a refund if we can’t make a booked session?
No, however if you contact us before the start of your booked session by emailing us at bookings@milletsfarmcentre.com we will endeavour to transfer your booking to an alternative date and time to suit you (subject to availability). We are unable to split bookings, move single tickets or offer refunds for any missed bookings.

Can I amend my booking?
If you have made your booking using an account, you can change the date and time you would like to visit via our online portal. If you wish to make any other amendments, such as adding another ticket to your booking, please contact us via email.

Do you have toilets within Sprouts?
Yes, we have unisex toilets and baby changing facilities within the Play Barn. Please note, toilets inside Sprouts will be closed 5 minutes prior to the end of each play session to allow sufficient cleaning time between play sessions. The toilet located in the Sprouts foyer will remain open for use.

Do you offer gift vouchers?
Yes. Digital vouchers can be ordered here: https://milletsfarmcentre.digitickets.co.uk/tickets

Our digital vouchers are available in denominations of £10. The recipient will receive a code which they will be able to enter at checkout for the gift voucher to apply. The total of the booking will be deducted from the voucher and the remainder can be used another time using the same code.

Physical vouchers are available for purchase from Sprouts Playbarn. As these cannot be used online, the recipient would need to call or email us to check availability and book. Our physical vouchers can be used towards a booking and purchases in the gift shop or Rose Cottage Café. We cannot give change for vouchers.

All vouchers expire from 1 year of the date of purchase.

How to contact Sprouts Playbarn
The best way to get in touch is to email us at bookings@milletsfarmcentre.com. Alternatively you can call us on 01865 689 008 however please be aware that our phones aren’t manned during session changeover times.