At a glance
- Now
- Closed nowOpens Wednesday at 10:00
- Age
- Babies, Toddlers, Children
- Price
- Low (£) — guide only; check official prices
- Location
- Darlington
More to know
- Indoors or outdoors
- Indoors
- Visit length
- Quick stop, Half a day
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
A theatre and creative play venue designed especially for children and families. It offers changing play installations, performances, creative activities, a story corner and a family-friendly café. Visiting the building and some play activities can be free, while performances and bookable sessions have their own prices and times. Check the current programme before travelling.
Opening hoursVisitor hours · Current schedule
- monday
- Closed
- tuesday
- Closed
- wednesday
- 10:00–14:00
- thursday
- 10:00–14:00
- friday
- 10:00–14:00
- saturday
- 10:00–14:00
- sunday
- Closed
Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.
Check venue websitePlan your visit
Location
Borough Road, Darlington, DL1 1SGKeep exploring
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