Play Factore — Indoor Play, Trafford
Play Factore
Home to the UK's biggest indoor play frame and a 40-metre 'Big Red Slide', plus laser tag, interactive trampolines and a two-floor toddler zone — a rainy-day fixture opposite the Trafford Centre.
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Paid — see prices
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Address: Trafford Way, Trafford Quays Leisure Village, Manchester, M41 7JA
Opening hours:
| Mon | 10:00–18:00 |
| Tue | 10:00–18:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–18:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–18:00 |
Open daily 10am–6pm (last session ends 6pm)
Prices: As of Sep 2026 (official site): under 6 months free; 6–11 months £3.95; 1–4 yrs from £12.95; 5–16 yrs from £13.95 (off-peak) to £21.95 (peak); adults £5.25. Zip wire is a £4.95 add-on. Prices vary by session — confirm at playfactore.com/prices.
Booking: Pre-booking required online — entry guaranteed only to pre-booked customers, especially at peak times
Parking: Free parking, 300+ spaces incl. disabled bays (sat-nav: use M17 8DD if M41 7JA not recognised)
About Play Factore
Play Factore is a large indoor family play and activity arena in Trafford Quays Leisure Village, housed in the BEYOND building beneath the Chill Factore slope, opposite the Trafford Centre. It claims the UK's largest indoor play frame, the UK's tallest indoor slide (the 40m+ Big Red Slide) and one of the biggest toddler areas in the country. Alongside the frame there is a Star Wars-themed laser tag arena, ValoJump interactive trampolines, a zip wire and a racing-simulator room, and the play frames are built to take adult weight so parents can join in. There is an on-site restaurant with food prepared fresh, including halal, gluten-free and vegan options.
What's in the play area
- Big Red Slide (40m+ indoor slide)
- UK's largest indoor play frame (tunnels, slides, ball pools, sports court)
- Two-floor toddler area for under-5s
- ValoJump interactive trampolines
- Star Wars-themed laser tag arena
- Racing simulator pods
- Zip wire (add-on)
- Arcade
Facilities & accessibility
| Age suitability | 6 months to 16 years (adults can play alongside on age-appropriate equipment) |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Café / refreshments | Yes |
| Parking | Free parking, 300+ spaces incl. disabled bays (sat-nav: use M17 8DD if M41 7JA not recognised) |
| Accessibility | Disabled parking bays; one carer of a child with additional needs enters free on valid ID; baby-changing near the toddler area. |
| Also in the park | On-site restaurant (halal, gluten-free, vegan options), Party rooms, Free car park |
Nearby places to play
- Chorlton Park Playground — approx 4.4 miles (Chorlton-cum-Hardy)
- Chorlton Water Park — approx 4.7 miles (Chorlton-cum-Hardy)
- Mayfield Park — approx 5.6 miles (City Centre)
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to pre-book Play Factore?
Yes. Entry is guaranteed only to pre-booked customers and online booking is required, especially at peak times when sessions are timed with limited capacity. Arrive 15–20 minutes before your session.
How much is admission to Play Factore?
As of Sep 2026: under 6 months free; 6–11 months £3.95; 1–4 yrs from £12.95; 5–16 yrs from £13.95 (off-peak) up to £21.95 (peak); adults £5.25. The zip wire is a £4.95 add-on. Always confirm current prices on the official site.
What are the opening hours?
Open every day from 10am to 6pm, with the last session ending at 6pm. Open as usual on bank holidays (booking required).
Is there parking at Play Factore?
Yes — free parking with over 300 spaces including disabled bays. If your sat-nav doesn't recognise M41 7JA, use the older postcode M17 8DD.
Can parents play too?
Yes. The play frames are built to support adult height and weight, and adults can take part in laser tag. Adults are not admitted without an accompanying child.
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