WE BRING THE FUN TO BARNET
Soft Play Bus Barnet
Big fun for little legs
From £250 Monday–Thursday · £290 Friday–Sunday
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Soft Play Bus Barnet — Bring three levels of play, two slides and illuminated ball pits to a birthday in Barnet borough. Our double-decker parks at your suitable home or venue and gives up to 30 children aged 2–10 their own play space for the session.
3 floors to explore
Crawl tunnels, climbing challenges, padded obstacles and glowing play areas turn the bus into a proper adventure.
2 big slides
Slide from the upper play area to the lower deck, then head back through the play route for another go.
Up to 30 children
Exclusive hire for your birthday child and their friends, with space to explore and play together.
Soft Play Bus Barnet: Prices & Booking
Choose 90 minutes, two hours or three hours. Enter your full party postcode below to see your Soft Play Bus hire prices including travel.
Monday–Thursday: from £250
Exclusive 90-minute hire, excluding bank holidays. Two-hour and three-hour sessions are available.
Friday–Sunday: from £290
Exclusive 90-minute hire on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays. Longer sessions are available.
The first 10 miles from SS11 are included. Travel beyond this, ULEZ, tolls, generator hire and optional extras are additional where applicable. View all prices and party lengths.
How to book Soft Play Bus Barnet
1. Send Your Date
Tell us your preferred date, full postcode, start time, children’s ages, guest numbers and session length.
2. Confirm the Details
We check availability, confirm the full price and talk through access, parking and your power supply.
3. Secure Your Party
Once the details are agreed, complete your booking and pay the £75 deposit. The balance is due seven days before the party.
4. Socks On. Play Time!
We aim to arrive 10–15 minutes early to set up. Children remove their shoes, keep socks on and enjoy their private play adventure.
A Soft Play Party, Right Here in Barnet
Use this borough guide for enquiries in Mill Hill, High Barnet, East Barnet and Edgware. These are different destinations: enter the venue postcode rather than choosing a generic Barnet location. The quote and whether we can reach the venue depend on that actual address.
For a party in Mill Hill, ask the venue where a long vehicle can turn and whether the gate will be open when we arrive and leave. Our past visit establishes experience in that part of the borough, not blanket permission for another venue or date.
For a home or hall party in High Barnet or East Barnet, tell us if the road is steep, if vehicles have to reverse out, or if a height barrier blocks the car park. If the hall and bus entrances differ, give your guests clear directions between the two.
What’s Onboard Essex Soft Play Bus?
Three levels packed with things to climb, crawl through, swing from and slide down. Here is what is waiting inside your Barnet party bus.
Two Big Slides
Two slides link the upper play area with the lower deck. There is plenty to explore on the way back, so the fun keeps moving.
Illuminated Ball Pits
Bright balls and glowing colours make our ball pits a favourite place to play, explore and share the excitement with friends.
Climbing Wall & Rings
Climb the wall, try the hanging rings and discover a new challenge on every lap of the play route.
Tunnels & Cargo Nets
Crawl through tunnels, cross the netted play areas and discover the next part of the adventure across three play levels.
Bash, Spin & Explore
Biff bashers, dizzy discs, a wrecking ball and ball blasters add variety to the play route for busy birthday children.
UV Lights, Neon Art & Music
Bright neon artwork, UV lighting and onboard music make the bus party-ready. We can discuss gentler lighting and quieter music for children who prefer it.
Why choose Soft Play Bus Barnet?
Their own private adventure
Exclusive hire means your child celebrates with their invited friends. Up to 30 children can share the slides, ball pits and climbing fun.
A party-ready venue at your door
The bus arrives with the soft play, neon artwork and music already onboard. Your birthday child gets their own colourful party space at home or a suitable venue.
We handle the setup
A DBS-checked member of our team brings the bus and gets everything ready for your visit.
Straightforward prices & booking
Use our postcode calculator to see your prices, then send your date. We’ll help with the parking, power and practical details before you book.
Why Kids Love the Soft Play Bus
The Birthday Bus Arrival
Spotting that black double-decker, neon splats and glowing blue eyes outside is part of the excitement. Then the doors open, and it is time to explore.
More Than Birthdays: Barnet Schools, HAF & Community Events
Our soft play bus visits across Essex can also bring active play to school reward days, holiday clubs, community celebrations and larger events. Tell us about the children attending and the time you have available.
Schools & Nurseries
Plan a reward session or end-of-term treat. We can discuss ages, group sizes and a timetable that works for your setting.
HAF & Holiday Clubs
Add a mobile soft play session to your holiday programme. Discuss attendance, session lengths and any additional needs with us.
Community Celebrations
From clubs to weddings and family events, the bus gives children their own play space while parked at a suitable location.
For bigger events, ask about planned group rotations within your booked time. Explore our school visits, HAF sessions and other events.
SEND adjustments for Soft Play Bus Barnet
Bright and busy, or a little calmer? Tell us about your children’s sensory preferences before booking. We can discuss lighting, music, group size and time to settle in.
There’s no pressure to try every activity. Share any access or support needs so we can plan a suitable visit together.
Real Soft Play Parties. Happy Families.
General feedback from families who have booked Essex Soft Play Bus.
See the Essex Soft Play Bus review feed for families’ experiences across our service area.
More Reviews from Our Soft Play Families
“The coolest party for our 5 year old daughter.”
Vanessa Bilbow
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“It was fantastic and all the children loved it.”
Jan Alexander
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Plan a Soft Play Bus Party in Barnet
A Soft Play Bus Barnet party can work alongside a hall or home celebration. Keep food, cake and toilets in a separate space and agree a safe walking route between that space and the bus.
Tell us the children’s ages, your date and what you’d like from the session. We’ll check the postcode, access and availability before confirming the booking.
Where Our Soft Play Bus Has Visited
Our Essex Soft Play Bus has attended Mill Hill United Synagogue, as recorded in our venue finder. That visit was in Mill Hill, in the London Borough of Barnet. It was not a visit to High Barnet, and does not imply current hire or parking permission.
Need a Party Venue Near Barnet?
St Mary’s Community Halls
East Barnet
The church advertises community hall hire with a kitchen. Ask about your date and where the bus could stand without blocking other users.
Venue information
Find Somewhere That Works for Your Party
Use the postcode venue finder to compare ideas for a Soft Play Bus Barnet booking. Ask the venue which facilities are included, who opens the building and whether you can use the kitchen for party food.
When you contact us, include a photo of the proposed parking spot. Mention any height barrier, tree cover, side road or gate that could affect the approach. The bus stays parked throughout the session.
If you have a hall booked, plan a short gap between the end of play and food or cake so families can make their way inside. For mixed ages or sensory preferences, tell us in advance so we can discuss what will work for your group.
For an Edgware enquiry near the borough boundary, tell us the street the vehicle will use as well as the postcode. If your venue has a separate service entrance, check its opening hours and any access restrictions with the venue manager.
Planning Your Soft Play Bus Hire in Barnet
Our double-decker is approximately 10m long × 2.4m wide × 4.42m high. Allow extra room for mirrors, turning and getting on and off.
Send photos of any narrow entrances, gates or low branches before booking. We need safe, legal parking, suitable ground and access to a standard plug socket. A generator can be arranged in advance for £55 if mains power is unavailable.
Plan a separate space for food, birthday cake, drinks and toilet breaks at your home or venue. The bus is dedicated to soft play.
Another Local Venue to Explore
Mill Hill United Synagogue
Mill Hill · NW7 2JU
A recorded Soft Play Bus visit. Ask the venue directly about its current arrangements and whether an outside position can be agreed for your event.
Venue information
Soft Play Bus Barnet: Your Party Questions
From parking a double-decker to socks, snacks and supervision, here are the details families ask about before booking.
Do you bring the Soft Play Bus to Barnet?
Yes, subject to a workable route, suitable parking and availability. Send your Barnet venue postcode and party date. Check room hire and parking permission with the venue.
What ages is the Soft Play Bus suitable for?
The bus is best suited to children aged 2–10. Children under four need a parent or responsible adult onboard with them. Tell us the ages in your group when you enquire.
How many children can play together?
Up to 30 children can use the bus at once, with exclusive hire for your party. For a larger school, club or community event, ask us about planned group rotations within your booked time.
How much does Soft Play Bus hire in Barnet cost?
A 90-minute party starts from £250 Monday–Thursday, excluding bank holidays, or £290 Friday–Sunday and bank holidays. Longer sessions are available. Use our postcode checker for your price including travel; additional charges may apply for ULEZ, tolls, generator hire or extras.
Do we need to hire a hall?
You do not need a separate hall if you have suitable parking and access at home. If you need another location, our venue finder can help you explore options. You will need to confirm the venue’s permission and arrangements.
Who supervises the children?
Parents, guardians or organisers remain responsible for supervising the children throughout. Our DBS-checked member of staff looks after the bus and assists with the visit. Children under four need an adult onboard with them.
Can you offer a quieter session for children with SEND?
Contact us before booking so we can discuss lighting, music, group size and individual support needs. We will talk through what is suitable for your group; parents, carers or your setting’s staff provide the children’s supervision and support.
What do children need to wear?
Children must remove their shoes and wear socks. Please keep their legs covered to help reduce friction on the slides, and choose clothing suitable for the weather.
Do you need electricity at our venue?
Yes, we need access to a standard plug socket. If that is unavailable, a generator can be arranged in advance for £55. Tell us before booking so the power arrangements can be confirmed.
Can the children eat on the bus, and is there a toilet?
Food and drink are not allowed on the bus, and there are no toilet facilities onboard. Arrange a separate space for food, drinks, birthday cake and access to toilets at your home or venue.
What happens if it rains?
The play areas are inside the bus, so ordinary rain does not stop the fun. Extreme weather can affect travel and conditions; if that is forecast, we will discuss the practical arrangements with you.
Does the bus drive the children around?
No. The Soft Play Bus stays parked during the party and does not transport the children.
How do we secure our Barnet party date?
Send your preferred date, postcode, time, session length, ages and guest numbers. Once availability and the details are agreed, complete the booking and pay the £75 deposit. The balance is due seven days before the party.
Soft Play Bus Hire Near Barnet
Planning outside Barnet? Check your actual venue postcode and browse these related areas.
All the Fun, with Care
DBS-Checked Staff
Your booking includes a DBS-checked member of staff. Parents, carers or organisers supervise the children; under-fours need an adult onboard.
Ready for Active Play
Shoes off, socks on and legs covered for the slides. Tell us about any support needs before your visit so we can discuss the arrangements.
Plan the Party Essentials
Arrange food, drinks, cake and toilet access at your home or venue. The bus is dedicated to play, with no food, drink or toilets onboard.
Essex Soft Play Bus has public liability insurance. Please read our terms and conditions and view our documents before booking. If anything about the children’s needs, parking or access is unclear, talk it through with us first.
More from Our Party Bus Group
Different ages, different interests? There’s more birthday fun to explore from our Party Bus Group.
More Party Bus Ideas
For a celebration with children of different ages and interests, you can combine the Soft Play Bus with our Gaming Bus or Pamper Bus, subject to availability.
Book different services together and receive 10% off each party price. Send your date, venue, children’s ages and proposed timetable so we can check availability and the parking, access and power arrangements for every bus.
Essex Gaming Bus
Console games, racing simulators and multiplayer fun for gaming fans. View the Gaming Bus’s own age guidance, capacity and packages.
Essex Pamper Bus
Pamper treats, VIP party music and dancing for a different kind of birthday celebration. Explore the Pamper Bus’s packages and age options.
Add a finishing touch with party bags, sweet cones or light-up batons. You can also find Soft Play Bus party invitations ready for your guests.
Soft Play Bus Barnet: Check Your Date
Ready for three floors of birthday fun? Check your postcode price, then send your preferred date, start time, session length, children’s ages and guest numbers.
We’ll confirm availability and the full details before you book.
Prefer to chat?
07503 085394
info@essexsoftplaybus.co.uk