Looking for something fun to do with the kids during the school holidays? We've got two exciting new reasons to visit The Marlowes shopping centre!
Looking for something fun to do with the kids during the school holidays? We've got two exciting new reasons to visit The Marlowes shopping centre!
There's nothing better than finding somewhere that keeps the whole family entertained – and we're delighted to have welcomed Wonder Village and Continue Arcades!
Both attractions have opened recently and bring something completely different to the centre, giving families even more choice when planning an affordable day out in Hemel Hempstead.
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First up is Wonder Village, a brilliant new immersive role-play experience designed for children aged up to eight.
Located in Unit 2 on North Mall, Wonder Village is like stepping into a tiny world created especially for children. There are all sorts of themed areas to explore, including a café, vet, theatre, salon, post office, police station and farm shop.
The best part? There's no set storyline for children to follow. They can decide what they want to be and where their imagination takes them. One minute they could be caring for animals as a vet, the next they could be serving customers in the café, performing on stage or running the farm shop.
The 90-minute sessions are designed around free-flowing imaginative play, giving children the chance to explore at their own pace while developing creativity, confidence, communication and social skills.
It's also a great option if you're looking for something a little different from the usual soft play and because it's indoors, it's perfect whatever the British weather decides to do!
Sessions start from £12.50 for one child, with sibling discounts available, while adults and babies under one go free.
Find out more and book your session at wondervillage.co.uk.
If your family is more interested in racing, gaming and seeing who can get the highest score, then Continue Arcades is the place to head.
Located at the entrance of North Mall, Continue Arcades brings a huge selection of arcade entertainment to Hemel Hempstead, including classic arcade games, pinball, racing games, shooters, pool and air hockey.
And there's something particularly appealing about its free-play format: once you're in, you can enjoy the games rather than constantly reaching for your pocket to put another coin in.
It's the perfect place for children to challenge their parents, siblings to compete against each other, or grown-ups to rediscover some of the games they remember from their own childhood.
And if all that gaming works up an appetite, Continue Arcades also serves food and drinks, including hot dogs, pick & mix, unlimited popcorn and frozen drinks.
It's not just for family days out either. The venue also offers children's parties, group celebrations and events, making it another versatile addition to The Marlowes shopping centre.
Find out more at Continue Arcades.
We think what makes these two new attractions particularly exciting is the choice they give families.
Have younger children? Wonder Village offers them a chance to explore, imagine and play.
Have older children or teenagers? Continue Arcades offers games, competition and plenty of opportunities to challenge each other.
Or why not do both?
You can combine your visit with a spot of shopping, grab lunch or a coffee, and turn a trip to The Marlowes into a full family day out.
With the school holidays in full swing, we're delighted to be able to offer even more affordable activities right here in the centre.
So, whether your little one dreams of being a vet, your teenager wants to beat the high score, or Mum and Dad simply want to join in the fun, The Marlowes shopping centre is ready for some serious family fun this summer.
We can't wait to see you!