Parties ANIMALS
Animals In-Tuition Meet and handle a range of fascinating and interesting animals. Older children and adults can try a bush tucker trial. 07791 153757 / www.animalsintuition.co.uk Ranger Rob’s Animal Experience A cowboy ranger with a wide selection of wild and wonderful animals, for an exciting and educational journey. 0161 660 7730 / www.rangerrob.co.uk The Creepy Crawly Show A fun packed animal road show presented in a fun way by comical rangers. 01244 646 045 / www.thecreepycrawlyshow.co.uk The Wild Roadshow Handle the animals and learn all about their natural habitats and diets. 0161 283 2630 / www.thewildroadshow.co.uk
BOUNCY CASTLES & PARTY TENTS
Boing Boing Bouncy Castle Hire 07772 713293 / www.boingboingbouncycastlehire.co.uk Bounce Masters 07969 631444 / www.bouncemasters.co.uk Krazy Kids Bouncy Castles 0161 336 3335 / www.krazykidzbouncycastles.co.uk Manchester Bouncy Castle Hire 0161 300 1211 / www.gobouncy.co.uk Rainbow Fun Bouncy Hire 0161 962 8564 / www.rainbowfunbouncyhire.co.uk
CLIMBING CENTRES & INDOOR ADVENTURE
Awesome Walls, Stockport www.awesomewalls.co.uk Chill Factore, Tafford 0161 749 2222 / www.chillfactore.com Manchester Climbing Centre, Manchester 0161 2307006 / www.manchesterclimbingcentre.com Rockover Climbing, Manchester 0161 288 1218 / www.rockoverclimbing.com Silver Blades Ice Rink, Altrincham Bronze, Silver or Gold party options available with optional extras like skating aids, party bags and a coaching session. 08700 85 29 29 / www.altrinchamicedome.co.uk The Skate Station, Ashton Under Lyme 07854 108 636 / www.theskatestation.co.uk Wigan Roller Rink 07968 365287 / www.wiganrollerrink.com
CAKES, PARTY BAGS AND SUPPLIES
Alice Rose Cakes & Cookies 01457 238013 / www.alice-rose.co.uk Little Treasures Party Bags Party bags, fillers and personalised chocolate bars for all occasions. 01606 77900 / www.littletreasurespartybags.co.uk Parties ‘n things Themed, Co-ordinated party supplies all in one place – direct to your door. www.partiesnthings.co.uk Party Sashes Galore Personalised sashes, banners and ribbons for every occasion. 0161 798 6245 / www.partysashesgalore.co.uk The Chocolate Lolly Company Finest Belgian Chocolate lollies in a variety of shapes and sizes. Pre-filled party bags also available. 07906 453136 / chocolatelollycompany.webplus.net Sarah T Cakes Cakes & Cupcakes for any occasion. sarahtcakes.blogspot.com
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ENTERTAINMENT
Baby Ballet, Bury & Bolton Magical Party (ages 2 – 4) or Groovy Disco Party (ages 4 – 7) 0161 280 3686 / www.babyballet.co.uk Diddi Dance, South Manchester Fun, affordable parties for tots (2 – 4) at your choice of location - dancing games, action songs, hoops, dance ribbons, bubbles, balloons, bells and lots of fun!! 07966 542985 / www.diddidance.com Enjoy-a-Ball, South Manchester Great fun and games with plenty of action for girls and boys aged 4 – 9 years. 07973 886783 / www.enjoy-a-ball.com Fizz Kids Unique dance and cheerleading parties for children aged 5+, offering 2 hours of non stop fun, games and funky dance routines in a disco atmosphere. Your Fizz Party Co-ordinator has tons of experience and loves everything dance, fun and kids, which makes every party a fabulous party. Reviews on the website and find us on Facebook.07870 139361 / www.fizzkidsparties.co.uk Gigglepop Art, themed or traditional parties in your home or choice of venue hosted by professional party leaders. 07779 935638 / www.gigglepop.co.uk Glen Jakes Riding School, Stockport Horse Riding parties for ages 4+. No riding experience required. 0161 483 7063 / www.gjrs.co.uk Go-Kart Party Bolton & Wigan – Tahir: 07702 237523 North Cheshire – Elaine: 01925 712315 South Manchester – Keith: 07592 317762 www.go-kartparty.co.uk Go Kiddy Karts, Didsbury & Urmston Indoor parties for boys and girls aged 4 – 9. 07956 557653 / www.go-kiddy-karts.co.uk Jabberjacks Playmates parties for children aged 2 – 4, Junior parties for ages 5 – 7. South Manchester – Clare: 07587 186284 North Manchester – Gaynor: 0161 7908080 www.jabberjacks.co.uk Jo Jingles Music, singing and movement parties for children up to 5 years. Manchester North – Jo: 01706 212889 South Manchester – Jacqui: 01925 269136 www.jojingles.com Jittabugs, South Manchester Help your little one celebrate their big day with a Jittabugs party. We offer entertainment with lots of singing and dancing, action songs, games, activities, instruments, coloured scarves, puppets, bubbles, parachute play, favourites of the birthday boy or girl and much more. Our parties can be done either at home, or a venue of your choice. (All equipment provided). So, sit back, relax, and watch your little one and their friends have a marvellous time. Contact Karen Brownsell 0161 973 2656/ 07765 080 350 / karen@jittabugs.com / www.jittabugs.com
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Kerry’s Fun Faces Face painting, glitter tattoos, balloon modelling. 07813 297520 / www.kerrysfunfaces.co.uk Kiddy Cook Cooking parties exclusively designed for ages 4 – 11, with options to suit everyone. 07976 619648 / www.kiddycook.co.uk Kids Bee Happy, Salford & Bury Sand art painting for all ages. 07899 816344 / www.kidsbeehappy.co.uk Kids Rock with Chris Musical party for children aged 1 – 5. 07725168330 / www.kidsrockwithchris.com Little Superstars Multi-sports parties across West & South Manchester, Rochdale, Heywood & Ramsbottom. 07904 311552 / www.littlesuperstars.co.uk Lucia the entertainer Comedy led professional offering traditional party entertainment with a unique twist. Balloon Modelling, Ventriloquism, Face painting and magic also available. 0161 483 4363 / www.luciaparties.com Make A Wish Entertainment Make your wish for a perfect party come true. 0113 322 7988 / www.makeawishentertainment.co.uk Minikin Emporium, Sale A Party in a Box for everything you need, including brushes, pots, paints, writers, sponges, table cloth etc. When the masterpieces are finished, take them back for firing ready to collect within 1 week. Boxes for every budget. 08000 155 122 / www.minikindesigns.com Mother Hen Creative Tailor made parties for ages 4 – 8. Interactive storytelling revolving around the birthday child – a jam packed fun filled magical, personal experience. 07587 191 394 / www.motherhencreative.com Musical Monkeys Musical entertainment and more for pre-school children aged 2+ 0161 976 5176 / www.musical-monkeys.co.uk Party Friendz Character entertainment & face painting for all occasions. Costume hire also available. 07963 763862 / www.partyfriendz.co.uk Party Princess A huge range of party packages for ages 3+. Princess makeover, face painting and tattoos, cupcake decorating, arts, crafts games and loads more. Girl Glamour make over and pamper packages for ages 13+ 0845 241 7855 / www.party-princess.co.uk / www.girlglamour.co.uk Play Football Professional staff with football, party food, certificates and prizes. 0845 459 2000 / www.playfootball.net Premier FC parties The ultimate kid’s football party for children of all ages and abilities. 01625 415151 / www.premierfc.com Scalextric Children’s Parties, Cheshire, Warrington & Manchester You hire the venue, we supply the Scalextric Party experience. 01928 732717 / www.scalextricchildrensparties.co.uk Sensory Stars Sensory parties for ages 1 – 3 at a venue of your choice. Craft, Messy Play or Glow & Light parties also available. 07506789603 / www.sensorystars.co.uk Splat Creative Crafts (messy or not) and games galore parties across the North West. 01477 532119 / www.splatcreative.co.uk
Teddy Bear’s Workshop, Bolton Build-abear, pottery or jute bag parties. 01204-771013 / www.teddybearsworkshop.com Thingyblobs Parties (and classes) packed full of wonderful exciting activities for ages 2 – 4 or 5 – 7. 1 or 2 hours packed full of activities and fun. No time to get bored, all games age appropriate. Small or large groups or mixed ages for any occasion. Party bags can be provided too. 0161 442 9700 / www.thingyblobs.co.uk Tricky the entertainer For magic, fun, music and games. 0161 408 2345 / www.cheshirechildrensentertainer.co.uk
PARTY PLANNING
Big Top Parties All you need for a party - party hosts, children’s entertainers, fun food, birthday cakes and party bags. Bespoke theme parties or outdoor events and picnics for under 5s or 5 - 12 year olds. Catering for every occasion also available. 0161 478 8970 / www.BigTopParties.co.uk Cheshire Cat Events Prestige children’s party planning for any age. 01625 460195 / www.cheshirecatevents.com Little Tinkers Party Planners and Entertainers Options for big or small budgets. 01244 379294 / www.littletinkers.com Kids Party Planners Specialising in planning and running children’s parties. Professional, experienced and CRB checked. 0161 448 9819 / www.kidspartyplanners.co.uk Millie Moo Parties Unique Fun for Little People aged 3 – 11. Themed party packages that include everything you need from invitations to party bags and even finding a venue if needed. Or a bespoke service tailored to suit your individual budget and taste. 07812 064167 / www.milliemooparties.co.uk Party Perfect The perfect party solution provided by an efficient, creative and organised team. Children’s parties as well as all other celebrations. 07817 627808 / www.party-perfect.org.uk Pink Spaghetti Efficient, affordable and approachable party planning services. 0844 504 7465 / www.pink-spaghetti.co.uk
VENUES
Anchors Away, Stockport Party Kids or Private Hire parties. 0161 432 4020 / www.anchorsaway.org.uk Anchor’s Away Play, Wythenshawe Food & Play, Toddler or VIP party options available. 0161 437 0665/ www.anchorsawayplay.com Antz in your Pantz, Timperley Laser, Go-kart, Roller Skating, Craft or traditional party options. 0161 962 2266 / www.antzinyourpantz.co.uk Bean & Brush, Sale A Family Art Café offering hosted art or craft parties, including a party buffet, 7 days a week. 0161 973 2140 / www.beanandbrush.co.uk Boomerang, Bury Multi-sensory play centre with exclusive use option available. 0161 764 4842 / www.boomerangcentre.co.uk Blue Room Studios, Bury Record your favourite songs in a professional recording studio, have the performance mixed, mastered and put onto CD. 08712 453 423 / www.blueroomstudios.co.uk