The short answer.
Every children’s party here is a private outdoor adventure on the park’s permanent woodland zones, with only your guests playing. The right activity depends on your child’s school year.
Junior Laser Tag from Year 1, Nerf, Gelball and Archery from Year 3, Junior Paintball from Year 5, and the full line-up from Year 7.
From £20 per child, Sundays at 10am, 12pm and 2pm, for groups of 10 to 50.
The best party for each age.
- Years 1 and 2Junior Laser TagNo projectiles, unlimited shots and a team adventure. 6th birthday ideas
- Years 3 and 4Nerf, Gelball or ArcheryPick the type of adventure they’ll love most. 8th birthday ideas
- Years 5 and 6Plus Junior PaintballReal paintball joins the options from School Year 5. 10th birthday ideas
- Year 7 and upThe full line-upPaintball, airsoft, laser tag, Battlezone, axes, air rifles and zombie training. 12th birthday ideas
Every children’s activity.
| Activity | From | Price per child | Time | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Laser Tag | Year 1 | £20 | 60 mins | None: nothing is fired |
| Nerf | Year 3 | £20 | 60 mins | Foam darts |
| Gelball | Year 3 | £20 | 60 mins | Low: water-based gel balls |
| Archery | Year 3 | £25 | 60 mins | Target sport |
| Junior Paintball | Year 5 | £25 (£30 with food) | 90 mins | About a third of adult speed |
What every party includes.
- A private partyOnly your guests on the zone.
- Instructors running every gameWith a child-friendly briefing first.
- All the kitIncluding full-face protection where it’s needed.
- Unlimited respawnsIn Junior Laser Tag, Nerf and Junior Paintball, so nobody sits out.
- Free parking10 minutes from York.
Food and the party room.
Hire a private party room for £30 and bring your own food. Birthday cakes are welcome. Junior Paintball with party food is £30 per child, including an XL hot dog, juice, crisps and a private zombie-themed party room. Ask about food with other activities when you book.
How booking works.
- Step oneBook and pay onlineOnline bookings are paid in full. Phone bookings can usually be secured with a £100 deposit.
- Step twoShare the participant formFrom your booking portal. Parents e-sign for each child before the day.
- On the dayArrive 30 minutes earlyFor registration, teams and the briefing.
Your questions, answered.
Which activity suits my child’s age?
Junior Laser Tag from School Year 1, Nerf, Gelball and Archery from Year 3, Junior Paintball from Year 5, and the full range from Year 7.
Is the party private?
Yes. Junior Laser Tag, Nerf, Gelball and Junior Paintball bookings are all private to your group.
How many children can come?
Groups of 10 to 50 for the junior activities.
When do parties run?
Sundays at 10am, 12pm and 2pm, plus midweek sessions by phone. Children’s activities don’t run on Saturdays.
Can parents join in?
Parents can join Junior Laser Tag and Junior Paintball. Ask about other activities when you book.
In summary.
- From Year 1Junior Laser Tag.
- Always privateGroups of 10 to 50.
- From £20 per childParty room £30.
- Sundays and midweek10am, 12pm and 2pm.
