Stratford Leisure Centre set to launch brand-new children's soft play area

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Published on 30 January 2026


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Families in Stratford-on-Avon District will soon benefit from a brand-new soft play area for children to enjoy.

Stratford Leisure Centre, run by award-winning operator Everyone Active in partnership with Stratford-on-Avon District Council, will launch a vibrant play-based environment for children aged up to eight years to stay active.

The exciting addition will transform part of the leisure centre's existing facilities into a safe, fun and engaging space that will help support learning and development.

Featuring colourful slides, building blocks, spinning panels and sensory features, the soft play area for early years will enable children to build motor skills and development through balancing, sliding and rolling throughout the secure two-tier structure.

Richard Bell, contract manager at Everyone Active, said: "We're excited to introduce our new soft play area, which we hope will become a much-loved feature of Stratford Leisure Centre and encourage children to learn, grow and have fun all while staying active with their family.

"We intend to keep our customers updated every step of the way and thoroughly look forward to welcoming new and existing members to our brand-new dedicated play facilities this spring following this fantastic investment."

Cllr Lorraine Grocott, Environmental and Neighbourhood Services Portfolio said: "We are delighted to see this new soft play area taking shape as part of our ongoing investment in high?quality, family?friendly leisure facilities. Creating safe, engaging spaces for children to be active and develop new skills is an important priority for us, and this addition will offer real benefits to local families. We look forward to welcoming residents to enjoy the new space when it opens later this spring."

The soft play area will replace the clip and climb facility at the centre and is expected to open in early May. Entry will be available to both members and non-members with affordable pricing.

The development forms part of Stratford-on-Avon District Council and Everyone Active's wider commitment to family-friendly leisure services in the area, providing innovative ways to help keep the community active.

For more information and updates, please visit Stratford Leisure Centre | Gym, Swim & Climbing Wall | Everyone Active


Contact details

Stratford-on-Avon District Council
Elizabeth House, Church Street,
Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire,
CV37 6HX
Tel: 01789 267575

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Last updated on 30/01/2026