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The Fun Drum

Gillingham, North Kent

The Fun Drum is a large indoor play centre off Capstone Road in Gillingham, with giant soft play frames, a separate baby area and a Tiny Town for imaginative play. A football arena for over 5s is included in the entry price, so it suits families with a spread of ages.

Highlights

  • Giant soft play frames for over 3s with tube slides
  • Baby area for 3 and under and Tiny Town for 4 and under
  • 150 square metre Football Arena included with admission
  • Electric ride-on vehicles and arcade machines
  • Large café and dining area with high chairs

Good to know

  • Book ahead for weekends and school holidays; term-time weekdays are walk-in
  • If the centre is not fully booked, ask at reception about extending a weekend session
  • Free lockers are available
  • The whole venue can be hired after hours for parties

Getting there

The Fun Drum, Elm Court Business Village, Capstone Road, Gillingham, ME7 3JQParking: Free parking.

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