Go Bananas

Soft play in the middle of Colchester that parents round here seem to have pretty strong feelings about — and honestly, fair enough. The staff are genuinely lovely, which goes a long way when you’ve got a toddler mid-meltdown, and the SEN sessions they run have been a real hit with families who need that quieter, calmer setup. It’s enclosed and easy to keep an eye on the kids, with slides, swings, and a climbing structure that’ll keep the 2-to-5 crowd busy for a good hour. Parking and toilets are sorted, which saves the usual stress. Just go in knowing the prices are on the higher end, and a few regulars have flagged that cleanliness can be hit or miss depending on the day.