Merry Go Round
Sittingbourne, Kent · Indoor Activity
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Our verdict
Kids
3.8/10
Age Fit 5 · Fun Factor 4
Parents
3.6/10
Seating 5 · Coffee Quality 4
Fine for a party if staff are on form; otherwise the tired equipment is hard to ignore.
The long read worth saving for nap time
What’s it actually like?
Merry Go Round looks to be an indoor soft play and party venue aimed mainly at younger children, with birthday bookings a big part of the offer. Reviews mention private parties, online booking and food being prepared for celebrations, so it seems set up more for organised visits than casual drop-ins. When it works, parents say the staff are pleasant, hard working and very helpful. One reviewer praised how smoothly a party was run, including meals for adults and party food for children, which is exactly the sort of thing that can save a birthday from descending into chaos. The downside is hard to miss: multiple reviews complain about dirty carpets, ripped nets, old baby toys and generally tired equipment. There are also safety concerns mentioned, including bare concrete showing through mats and coins on the floor. In short, the welcome may be warm, but the play area itself sounds like it needs serious attention.
Two-minute orientation
Quick read
Indoor soft play and party venue in Kent, with online booking and birthday packages. Best bits are the friendly staff and smooth party running when it goes well. But several reviews flag dirty equipment, worn toys and a generally tired play area.
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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
Sittingbourne, Kent
THINGS PARENTS ASK
Common questions
Is Merry Go Round good for birthday parties?
Yes, several reviews say parties were well run and the staff were very helpful.
Is the soft play area in good condition?
Not really, according to reviews — people mention ripped nets, dirty toys and worn equipment.
Is there food on site?
Yes, reviews mention party food and meals for adults being cooked and laid out.
Is it suitable for babies and toddlers?
Probably, but the baby toys were described as old and dirty, so expectations should be low.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Real review quotes
"Needs deep clean"
"the staff could not have been more pleasant"
"the play area is terrible"