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At a glance

Now
Opening soon
Age
Toddlers, Children
Price
Low (£) — guide only; check official prices
Location
Gateshead
Wide multi-lane slide inside the soft-play frame.
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More to know

Indoors or outdoors
Indoors
Visit length
Quick stop
Price band: Low · How we use price bands

These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.

Free
No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
Low
Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
Medium
A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
High
Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.

About this activity

Fun Shack Gateshead, formerly the Giant's Den, is an indoor family play centre at Team Valley. Younger children have toddler play areas and a toddler village, while the larger play frame, slides and trampolines offer active play for older children. Go-karts carry an additional charge and activities have different age rules. Check the Gateshead branch's booking and visitor information before travelling.

Opening hoursVisitor hours · Current schedule
monday
10:00–18:30
tuesday
Closed
wednesday
10:00–18:30
thursday
10:00–18:30
friday
10:00–18:30
saturday
10:00–18:30
sunday
10:00–18:30

Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.

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Plan your visit

Location

377 Princesway, Team Valley, Gateshead, NE11 0SX
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