Flip Out Chichester
Chichester, Sussex · Indoor Activity
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Our verdict
Kids
5.8/10
Variety 7 · Age Fit 6
Parents
4.1/10
Seating 6 · Coffee Quality 5
Good for burning off energy, but the tired kit and grubby bits are hard to ignore.
The long read worth saving for nap time
What’s it actually like?
Flip Out Chichester is an indoor activity centre with trampolines, soft play and different zones for children to explore. Reviews suggest there’s enough variety to keep younger kids busy for a while, especially if they like bouncing about and moving between areas. Parents do get some practical perks: there’s a café upstairs, an elevated seating area, and at least one review mentions a free drink for spectating adults. The bright wall artwork and dimmed lighting are also a plus, making it feel more appealing than a bare warehouse of foam and plastic. The catch is the condition. Multiple reviews describe it as run down, dirty or in need of a refurb, with missing balls, leaks, duct tape and soft play that can feel shabby. Food options also seem limited early on, and visibility from the café to the jump area isn’t great, so this is one for lower expectations and energetic children rather than a polished day out.
Two-minute orientation
Quick read
Indoor trampoline and soft play venue with a decent range of activities. Best for preschool and younger primary kids who need to bounce, climb and tire themselves out. Parents get a café and seating, but the place sounds a bit worn and not especially cheap.
Best for ages
Strong score for mixed-age siblings
The boring brilliant stuff
Need to know
Indoor vs outdoor split
Mostly indoor
Parking detail
Full parking wording is landing soon — meanwhile check Maps plus the venue’s own FAQs.
Dog-friendly?
Probably not
Most indoor venues don't allow dogs. Worth confirming if you'd need to bring one.
Pram-friendly?
Likely yes
Indoor venues like this are typically pram-friendly.
Baby change?
Likely yes
Venues this size usually have baby change facilities.
Food on-site & BYO
Yes: Food available on-site — cafe or kiosk.
Locate it
Chichester, Sussex
THINGS PARENTS ASK
Common questions
Is it clean?
Reviews are mixed to poor; several mention it feeling dirty, run down or not properly cleaned.
Is there somewhere for parents to sit?
Yes, there’s a café with an upstairs/elevated seating area, though you can’t always see the play areas well.
Is there food on site?
Yes, there’s a café, but one review says hot food wasn’t served at the early bird slot.
What age is it best for?
Best for ages 3-7. Older primary children may find it less exciting, and toddlers need close supervision.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Real review quotes
"So run down, metal can be felt through the crash mats"
"absolutely filthy"
"Great place to wear out the kids"