Widget's World Margate

Widget’s World Margate is a premier seafront children’s indoor adventure play centre offering exciting soft play, disco entertainment, and memorable birthday celebrations. Located on Marine Terrace directly opposite Margate’s golden beach, this recently expanded venue provides three times the space of typical play centres, ensuring plenty of room for children to explore, play, and burn off energy.

Margate’s Premier Seafront Play Centre

Widget’s World Margate combines the excitement of seaside location with exceptional indoor entertainment, featuring separate play zones designed for all ages from babies to 11-year-olds. This family-run business, operated by the owners of Widget’s Toys, brings the same commitment to quality and child-focused fun that has made their toy shop a Margate favourite.

What to Expect at Widget’s World

Discover an extensive indoor adventure playground featuring multi-level climbing frames, exciting slides, ball pools, and dedicated areas for different age groups. The recent move to the former Beacon Bingo site has tripled the venue’s size, creating an expansive play environment with improved facilities and enhanced safety features.

Play Areas and Adventure Zones

• **Main Play Frame** – Large multi-level climbing structure with slides, tunnels, and adventure challenges
• **Baby and Toddler Zone** – Dedicated safe play area for younger children with age-appropriate equipment
• **Ball Pools** – Multiple ball pit areas throughout the play structure
• **Soft Play Obstacles** – Various climbing and crawling challenges for different skill levels
• **Floor Toys and Activities** – Additional play options for quieter moments
• **Two Party Rooms** – Dedicated celebration spaces for birthday events
• **Sensory Room** – Specially designed space for children with special educational needs (SEN)
• **Disco Area** – Entertainment space with music and lights for special events

Enhanced Facilities and Recent Improvements

The substantial investment in the new premises includes completely refurbished play equipment sourced from established venues, purpose-built party rooms, and specialised facilities like the sensory room for children with special educational needs. The expanded space allows for better crowd management and enhanced safety protocols.

Entertainment and Special Events

Widget’s World Margate offers regular entertainment including disco sessions, toddler mornings with special activities, messy play sessions with bouncy castles on Fridays and Saturdays, and seasonal events that celebrate holidays and special occasions throughout the year.

Birthday Parties and Celebrations

Professional party packages cater to different age groups and preferences, with two dedicated party rooms and main play areas. Party hosts coordinate themed celebrations, entertainment, and catering to create memorable experiences for birthday children and their guests.

Pricing and Value

Entry costs just £4.50 for unlimited play, or £6.50 for combined play and food options, representing exceptional value for families. The affordable pricing structure makes regular visits accessible while maintaining high-quality facilities and equipment.

Accessibility and Inclusivity

The venue prioritises accessibility with features including the specialised sensory room for SEN children, step-free access where possible, and facilities designed to accommodate children with diverse needs. The spacious layout ensures easy movement for families with pushchairs and wheelchairs.

Perfect Seafront Location

Located directly on Margate’s seafront, Widget’s World Margate offers the unique advantage of combining indoor play with easy beach access. Families can transition seamlessly between indoor adventures and traditional seaside activities, making it perfect for all-weather entertainment.

Family Business Heritage

Operated by Clare and Richard Winters, who also run the popular Widget’s Toys shop in Margate High Street, the play centre benefits from deep local knowledge and commitment to the community. Their four children actively participate in the business, ensuring authentic understanding of what young families need and want.

Complete Margate Seafront Experience

Combine your Widget’s World visit with Margate’s other seafront attractions including Dreamland vintage theme park for classic rides, Margate Main Sands for traditional beach fun, and the mysterious Shell Grotto for underground adventures.
Explore Margate’s vibrant dining scene at nearby seafront restaurants or enjoy traditional fish and chips while watching the waves. Extend your coastal adventure with visits to Turner Contemporary for family art workshops or Margate Old Town for independent shops and galleries.

Special Programs and Community Events

Regular programming includes toddler-specific mornings designed for younger children, messy play sessions that encourage sensory exploration, and community events that bring local families together. The venue actively participates in Margate’s family-friendly event calendar throughout the year.

Safety and Cleanliness Standards

Widget’s World Margate maintains exceptional cleanliness and safety standards with regular equipment inspections, thorough daily cleaning routines, and staff training focused on child safety and emergency procedures. The expanded space allows for better supervision and crowd management during busy periods.

Pricing Information

• Entry to Play: £4.50 per child
• Play and Eat: £6.50 per child (includes food)
• Adults: Free supervision (paying children only)
• Birthday Parties: Various packages available (contact for pricing)
• Toddler Mornings: Special sessions with reduced pricing
• Messy Play Sessions: Friday and Saturday with bouncy castle
• Group Bookings: Discounts available for larger groups

Opening Hours

• Term Time: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 12pm-4pm
• School Holidays: Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 10am-4pm
• Extended Summer Hours: Check Facebook for seasonal variations
• Closed Wednesdays: During term time only

Facilities

• Three times larger than previous location
• Separate zones for different ages
• Two dedicated party rooms
• Sensory room for SEN children
• Disco area with lights and music
• Café area with seating
• Baby changing facilities
• Located on seafront Marine Terrace
• Easy beach access
• Pushchair storage

Best For

• Children aged 0-11 years
• Seafront family days out
• Birthday celebrations
• Rainy day activities
• Toddler-specific sessions
• Special educational needs inclusion
• All-weather entertainment
• Combined beach and indoor play
• Community family events
• Affordable regular visits