Space Station Soft Play Ltd
Lancing, Sussex · Playground
The bit you came for
Our verdict
Kids
9.1/10
Age Fit 9 · Variety 9
Parents
8.6/10
Sanity Preservation 9 · Value 8
Properly good soft play: thoughtful, clean, and mercifully easy for parents.
The long read worth saving for nap time
What’s it actually like?
Space Station Soft Play Ltd sounds like the sort of place that has actually been designed by someone who has met a child before. Reviews mention a multi-level play frame, a dedicated under-4 area, and even silvery ball-pit balls, which suggests a bit more imagination than your average beige soft play barn. For parents, the big wins are the practical ones: friendly staff, clean tables and toilets, secure gates, seats with a view of the play area, and food that’s described as fresh, reasonably priced, and good enough for a proper bite to eat. There’s also a sensory room, which is a welcome extra for children who need a calmer space. Private party hire sounds especially well organised, with setup and clean-up handled for you. What to know? It’s clearly strongest for younger children, especially toddlers and preschoolers, and less compelling for older primary children. Parking was free for one reviewer, but admission prices aren’t mentioned in the reviews, so that remains unknown. The cafe sounds solid rather than legendary, which is about right for soft play: if the coffee is drinkable and the children are exhausted, everyone wins.
Two-minute orientation
Quick read
Multi-level indoor soft play with a separate under-4 area, plus a sensory room. Parents like the clean seating, secure gates and decent cafe food. Best for preschoolers and younger primary children; older kids may tire of it quickly.
Best for ages
Strong score for mixed-age siblings
The boring brilliant stuff
Need to know
Indoor vs outdoor split
Mostly indoor
Parking detail
Full parking wording is landing soon — meanwhile check Maps plus the venue’s own FAQs.
Dog-friendly?
Likely OK
Outdoor venues like this usually allow dogs on leads — call ahead to confirm.
Pram-friendly?
Mostly fine
Usually OK on main paths. Check for accessible routes if you need them.
Baby change?
Probably not
Probably not on-site. Bring a changing mat for the boot.
Food on-site & BYO
Yes: Food available on-site — cafe or kiosk.
Locate it
Lancing, Sussex
THINGS PARENTS ASK
Common questions
Is it good for toddlers and preschoolers?
Yes — reviewers specifically mention an under-4 area and children aged 3-5 loving it.
Is there a cafe?
Yes. Reviews mention cakes, biscuits, proper meals, and food that’s reasonably priced.
Can parents see the play area from the seating?
Yes — several tables reportedly look directly into the soft play.
Is it suitable for birthday parties?
Yes — private hire was praised as stress-free, with setup and clean-up taken care of.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Real review quotes
"Multi-level with one area just for under 4."
"Everything was taken care of... completely stress-free."
"The place is always clean and tidy"