Imperium Adventures
Faversham, Kent · Soft Play
The bit you came for
Our verdict
Kids
8.9/10
Novelty 10 · Variety 10
Parents
7.6/10
Sanity Preservation 9 · Value 8
Brilliant for older kids and grown-ups; less soft play, more full-throttle vehicles and noise.
The long read worth saving for nap time
What’s it actually like?
Imperium Adventures is less “let them burn off energy” and more “let them drive a tank”. Reviews describe a hands-on adventure site with tank driving, quad biking, Unimogs, air rifle shooting, axe throwing, airsoft and even a fire engine experience. It sounds like the sort of place where children, teens and very game adults can all feel slightly heroic. The big win here is the staff. Multiple reviewers praise Adam, Jim and the team for being patient, informative and very good at building confidence, especially for nervous drivers. People mention clear instructions, gradual progression, and lots of encouragement. There’s also plenty of variety, so mixed groups and families with older children should find something to get stuck into. Food gets a decent shout too, with burgers and veggie options mentioned. What’s less clear is the practical family stuff. This is not a soft play with coffee and sofas; seating, pram access, baby changing and indoor facilities are all unknown from the reviews. It also sounds more suitable for children who can follow instructions and handle a bit of pace, rather than toddlers. In short: fantastic for a proper family adventure, but not the place for a quiet sit-down and a cappuccino.
Two-minute orientation
Quick read
Big-ticket action rather than a traditional soft play. Think tanks, quads, airsoft, axe throwing and fire-engine fun. Best for confident school-age children, tweens and teens who like a bit of adrenaline. Parents report friendly staff, good burgers and a well-run day; facilities for little ones are unclear.
Best for ages
Strong score for mixed-age siblings
The boring brilliant stuff
Need to know
Indoor vs outdoor split
Mostly outdoor
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
Faversham, Kent
THINGS PARENTS ASK
Common questions
Is it suitable for younger children?
Possibly for some preschoolers, but reviews mainly suggest it suits school-age children, tweens and teens better.
What activities can families do?
Tank driving, quad biking, Unimog rides, airsoft, axe throwing, air rifle shooting and a fire engine experience.
Is there food on site?
Yes. Reviewers mention burgers and veggie options.
Is it a good choice for groups or birthdays?
Yes. Reviews mention birthday outings, networking days, stag and hen groups, and family visits.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Real review quotes
"I have not laughed as much as I did that afternoon in a long time!"
"The tank drive was fantastic!"
"Great burgers too."