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Monkey Madness

Basildon, United Kingdom•4.2(506)•Play Café, Soft Play Center

Entertain children of all ages at Basildon's premier soft play centre featuring one of the UK's tallest play frames, dedicated under-5s area, and baby/toddler zone.

Monkey Madness is Basildon's premier party venue and soft play centre designed to provide children of all ages with an exciting and energetic play experience. The venue features one of the tallest play frames in the UK alongside specially designed frames for younger children, ensuring safe and age-appropriate fun for babies, toddlers, and older kids alike. The centre offers a comprehensive range of party experiences, including themed parties, Teddy Mountain parties, games, and discos to make celebrations memorable. With dedicated play zones for different age groups—including a separate baby and toddler area—Monkey Madness caters to families with children from birth onwards. The venue provides the perfect environment for children to exercise, burn energy, and enjoy supervised indoor play. Facilities include the on-site Monkey Cafe for refreshments and snacks, and the centre is pushchair-friendly, making it convenient for families with younger children. Open throughout the week with extended weekend hours, Monkey Madness is an ideal destination for both casual visits and special celebrations, offering groups hire and membership options for regular visitors.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE

Opening Hours

Monday: 09:30 – 18:00
Tuesday: 09:30 – 18:00
Wednesday: 09:30 – 18:00
Thursday: 09:30 – 18:00
Friday: 09:30 – 18:30
Saturday: 09:30 – 18:30
Sunday: 09:30 – 17:30

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor

Typical visit duration

1-3 hours

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Monkey Cafe

On-site cafe serving food and refreshments

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Google Reviews

4.2(506 reviews)
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Marina Pîrnău Șaptefraț

Marina Pîrnău Șaptefraț

a month ago

Monkey Madness is an amazing place for families! The play areas are clean, safe, and full of fun activities for children of all ages. The staff were friendly and helpful, creating a welcoming atmosphere from the moment we arrived. Our kids had an incredible time and didn’t want to leave! A perfect place to let children play, explore, and burn off energy. We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend it to other families.

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Paul K

Paul K

4 months ago

The best kids soft play in Basildon. Sensible prices friendly staff. And reasonable prices for entry and food. Brought my son there with some of his nursery friends and they loved it.

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Lorna Stewart

Lorna Stewart

6 months ago

We've been coming here for a few years and my boys have always enjoyed it. Today we had my sons 5th birthday party which was seemlessly run from start to finish and the staff were so helpful, especially with all my random enquiries before the actual party day. Great touch allowing the kids to pick their own hot food choices as well which kept them all happy. Our party host and the staff are great and so friendly, the kids really enjoyed the party and my son was so happy. Definitely recommend a party here, will be throwing my youngest one here too in the future! Thank you so much.

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Wendy Thorpe

Wendy Thorpe

6 months ago

As a Grandma of an 11 month old I have spent the last 6 months touring many soft play centres with varying degrees of success. Today we visited Monkey Madness and had a great time. From the friendly and super helpful staff, to the great cafe with good food, a varied menu and plenty of choice for little people to the huge play area itself, Monkey Madness definitely gets our vote. On top of which it has good facilities, easy parking and a high regard for safety and hygiene. A well deserved 5 stars from us!

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Kay Mays

Kay Mays

2 years ago

As far as soft plays go, this is one of the best for quality and value for money. Like most soft plays it’s a little rough around the edges, but it’s always clean, it feels safe and the play spaces are well thought out. I appreciate that, in addition to the baby soft play and the giant “big kid” play area, there’s a middle area suitable for 2-4 year olds which has low height climbing frames that feel safe but are challenging for that clumsy walking stage. The food there was surprisingly adequate and they have various birthday party packages.

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026

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This venue was last updated on 7 October 2026

Frequently asked questions about Monkey Madness

Is Monkey Madness free to visit?

Monkey Madness is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

What ages is Monkey Madness suitable for?

Monkey Madness is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Monkey Madness dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at Monkey Madness.

Is there parking at Monkey Madness?

Monkey Madness doesn't have parking — public transport is recommended.

Is there food at Monkey Madness?

Yes — Monkey Cafe is on site at Monkey Madness. On-site cafe serving food and refreshments

Is Monkey Madness pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Monkey Madness is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Monkey Madness?

Plan 1–3 hours for a visit to Monkey Madness.

How do I get to Monkey Madness by public transport?

Monkey Madness isn't on a major public transport route — driving is recommended.
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