Adventure Mini Village, nestled within the Waterworld Leisure Resort in Stoke-on-Trent, offers a captivating role-play experience for children aged 11 and under. This indoor attraction is designed to ignite young imaginations by immersing them in a charming, miniature village setting.
I only wish this place was around when my girls were younger. No wonder its been nominated for a Staffordshire tourism award.
What a fab place for children to play make believe. But first off i have to credit the staff of this place. They were so friendly, helpful and nice on our visit. They spend their day tidying a million pieces of play food away ready for the next session and did it with a smile.
Top Info
🚑 Imaginative role play
👶 Suitable for babies and children up to about 9
⏰ 2 hour slots morning & afternoon sessions
☕ Cafe
🪑 Lots of seats in cafe
🔐 Secure and safe
👟 Take off your shoes
🍼 Breastfeeding and bottle feeding friendly
👶 Plenty of Highchairs
👶 Baby Changing facilities
♿ Wheelchair friendly
🥳 Birthday Parties
🐣 Themed & Seasonal events
🌎 Waterworld Leisure Resort, Festival Park, Etruria, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST1 5PU
The village features a variety of themed areas reflecting Staffordshire's rich heritage. Children can let their imagination go wild at:
✉ Post Office: sort the mail and parcels and get them ready to deliver.
🎭 Theatre - As the audience arrive sell them tickets from the box office, then it time for hair and make up for the actors and finally take foot onto the stage to perform a show.
🐕 Vets - Choose one of the many stuffed animals from the shelves and make them feel better in the Vets. Type up the report on the computer and give them their medicine.
🩺 Doctors - Take a seat in the doctors room, test your eyes sight by reading the chart and have a full check up
🐄 Farm Shop: Handling fresh produce and goods. Stock the shelves and serve customers.
🦺 Construction Zone: Building and designing structures.
📚 Barge Library - Settle down on a bean bag and read a book.
Our Verdict
Adventure Mini Village is a fantastic place for children to play while being secure and with a lovely café. Parents can catch up with other parents while siblings and friends play together in the cute shops and pretend businesses in the village. My girls are a little big for this place now, but saying that they still enjoyed having a play on our visit and got very involved in role play in the doctors and theatre setting.
Morning Play Session 10am-12pm
Early Afternoon Session 12.30pm-2.30pm
Late Afternoon Session 3pm-5pm
Whether it’s fishing off the Staffordshire Barge to performing at The Old Vic Theatre this quintessentially English village offers a magical and exciting environment which will awaken the imaginations of all those little people who love to explore and play.
🔒Safe & Secure
There is a locked gate at the entrance so no one can get in with out talking to a member of staff and no little ones can get out too making it a really safe place. Parents are sit and relax in the cafe while children play and explore.
🥪Food & Drink
Parents and caregivers can relax in the on-site café which serves breakfasts and brunch and healthy homemade lunches and dinners. There is lots of seating and as its all open you can see the playing area easily.
You can bring your children to the Village after school and they will ensure they are fed a healthy, homemade dinner.
They also support babies on their weaning journey with homemade fruit/veg of the day puree on their menu.
🙂Planning Your Visit
Adventure Mini Village operates multiple play sessions daily, with specific timings available on their official website. Tickets are reasonably priced, with options for adult and child combos, additional children, and adults. Given the limited capacity, advance booking is recommended to secure your preferred session.
💦What else is at Waterworld Leisure
Waterworld Leisure also has an incredible Aqua Park and a tiki-themed Adventure Mini Golf.
Whether you're making a splash, sparking creativity, or enjoying a round of mini-golf, Waterworld promises a day full of adventure, laughter, and unforgettable memories for the whole family.
Press Visit Feb 2025
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