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Supersonic birthdaysCelebrate your special birthdaywith a party at the NationalMuseum of Flight.

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East Fortune Airfi eldEast Lothian EH39 5LFwww.nms.ac.uk/fl ight

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Active & SportA-Star Sports ............................... 20Edinburgh Combat Challenge ........ 8Edinburgh Leisure ......................... 10Enjoy-a-Ball ................................. 22EICA: Ratho .................................. 10Foxlake Adventures ...................... 10Orcadia ......................................... 12

AnimAlSCool Creatures ............................. 20

ArtS & crAftSArtroom 32 ..................................... 7Awesome Folk ............................. 20Doodle & Splat ............................. 22Doodles ......................................... 8Kiss the Fish ................................ 25Potter Around ............................... 13

cAféSJoy Tots ........................................ 12Party Planet .................................. 13Toots Play Café ............................. 14

cAkeS & cAtererS .................. 28

cArdS & preSentS ................. 29

dAnceCeilidhKids .................................. 20DanceBase .................................... 8Dynam-nic Dance .......................... 8Step It Up Dance ......................... 24Zumba Parties ............................. 26Detective/CSI Computer Explorers ..................... 20

drAmAMonkey Drama ............................ 25Pyjama Drama ............................. 25Sparkle Arts ................................. 24Stagecoach .................................. 24

equipment HireBennetts Bouncy Castles ............ 20

GirlS pHoto SHoot pArty The Studio .................................... 13

mAGic, diSco & fAcepAintinG Alexander the Great Entertainments ............................. 20Stina Sparkles Entertainments .... 26

mAke/creAteHuggy Bears ............................... 22Rosie’s Kitchen ............................ 24The Purple Teapot ........................ 26

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reStAurAntSBURGER ....................................... 7Chop Chop .................................... 7The Huxley ................................... 13

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SoftplAySClambers ....................................... 7Clownaround ................................. 8Gambado ..................................... 10Maddie & Marks Playtown ........... 12Tiki Tots ........................................ 13TimeTwisters ................................ 14Tumbles ....................................... 14

StorytellinG, rHymeS & SonGSIt’s in the Bag .............................. 22Shake your Tale! .......................... 24Talking Tots .................................. 26

under 5S onlyGymboree .................................... 12Messy Munchkins ........................ 25

viSitor AttrActionSAlmond Valley ................................ 7Butterfly & Insect World ................. 7Edinburgh Dungeons ................... 10Gorgie City Farm .......................... 10Jupiter Artland .............................. 12National Museum of Flight ............ 12

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Almond Valley Heritage Centre

Visitor AttrAction

Millfield Livingston, EH54 7AR01506 [email protected]

Almond Valley is a four star family attraction and the perfect place to hold a children’s birthday party. The package includes two hour use of a party room, a choice of two menus, half an hour in Morag’s Meadow Soft Play, your own private tractor and trailer ride, helium balloons, badges and tooters for each child, disposable table ware and invitations. There’s a chance to stay on after the party (until 5pm) to explore the farm and other attractions of Almond Valley.

costs:Price is £8.50 per child (10 minimum), Goody Boxes can be supplied at £3 each and adult catering options range from £1.50 - £6 per adult. The three time slots available in the blue room are 10:30–12:30, 13:00–15:00 and 15:30–17:30. It is advisable to contact the centre for availability.

Artroom 32 Arts & crAfts

44 Ferry Road, Edinburgh, EH6 4AELouise: 07931 513815 www.artroom32.co.uk [email protected] www.facebook.com/artroom32

Artroom 32 offers art and craft classes, workshops and arty parties for children and adults - lots of messy fun and something unique to take home as a keepsake of the day. They are parties for 5yrs-100yrs. Artroom 32 can do anything arty but offer a few ideas; themed parties (Minecraft, Frozen, Pirates etc.), painting, Decopatch, sculpture, printmaking, cool t-shirts - tailored to suit the birthday boy or girl. You are welcome to bring along a party buffet and leave the arty clean up to them...For a minimum of 8 and maximum of 13.

costs:Prices range from £8pp-£12pp

BURGERrestAurAnt

94a Fountainbridge, EH3 9QA0131 228 5367

91/93 Shandwick Place, EH2 4SD0131 228 1429www.burgeruk.co.uk

BURGER welcomes large party bookings, or even private hire, at both Edinburgh city centre restaurants. With a great choice of kids burgers and toppings it is the perfect special treat for your child’s birthday party. The adults in attendance will love the food too - at BURGER you can expect a refreshingly straightforward, no nonsense approach to preparing and cooking that offers great taste and excellent value for money. BURGER on Fountainbridge is just minutes away from Fountain Park where you will find a cinema and bowling complex so this makes it an ideal location for a children’s party meal.

costs:• MiniClassic£2.95• MiniCheese£3.45• MiniVeggie£3.95

Butterfly & Insect WorldVisitor AttrAction

At Dobbies Garden World, Melville Nursery, Lasswade, EH18 1AZ0131 663 4932info@edinburgh-butterfly-world.co.ukwww.edinburgh-buttefly-world.co.uk

Butterfly World can hold children’s parties on Saturdays and Sundays starting at 10.30am and 1pm (or any time midweek depending on availability). Parties last a maximum of 2hrs, include use of the party room and a private talk, tour of the visitor attraction and animal handling session for up to 20 children. Party lunch boxes, personalised luxury

cake, party bags and a sign displayed in their Burmese Python’s tank can all be arranged as part of your party.

costs:Venue hire from £85. Advanced booking advised.

Chop ChoprestAurAnt

248 Morrison Street, Haymarket, Edinburgh, EH3 8DT 0131 221 1155www.chop-chop.co.uk

Looking for a children’s party with a difference? Chop Chop in Haymarket welcomes large bookings and offers a wide variety of Chinese dishes to suit all tastes. What makes Chop Chop different from other Chinese restaurants is not just the delicious authentic cuisine but Manager Yin’s hidden talent! While the children enjoy their meal Yin can display his impressive magic skills. What better way to wait for your meal than a personal performance from your restaurant staff. Yin’s secret magic tricks are waiting to be discovered!

Clambers at Royal Commonwealth Pool

softplAy

Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5BB0131 667 [email protected]/activities/birthday-parties

In the heart of the city, in one of Edinburgh’s most iconic venues there’s a big, bright, brilliant softplay which hosts some of the best parties in town. Children aged 1 – 10 can have a blast burning off their energy in an exciting softplay followed by games and tasty (healthy!) food in the lovely, light party room. You can choose from Clambers Softplay Parties and Toddler Clambers Softplay Parties.Parties include your own party host to look after you and your guests from start to finish. Music can be supplied or you can give ☛

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your host your own MP3 player. Party invitations, a wide choice of tasty and healthy food options and tasty treats for the grown-ups are included too.

costs:Available on application

ClownaroundsoftplAy & pArty centre

109 Restalrig Road, EH6 7NY0131 553 [email protected]

Clownaround is a family run centre where they love to get to know you. It’s the best value for money centre in Edinburgh and the only venue with trampolines, softplay and sensory room all under one roof, so the kids have plenty to choose from. Catering for children 0 - 10 years is inclusive so pop down to check them out, and whilst the kids bounce around you can enjoy free WIFI with a fresh cuppa and snack from their fabulous menu all prepared fresh to order.

costs:Prices start at 1.50 per child. Checkwebsiteforfulldetailsandoffers.

Dance BaseDAnce stuDio

14-16 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2JU0131 225 5525 www.dancecebase.co.uk

Dance Base has four award-winning studios in the heart of the Grassmarket. These studios can be

used for children’s birthday parties, end-of-term parties – any party you like! They can also provide you with the entertainment. Has your little one always wanted to dance to One Direction? Learn a Taylor Swift routine? Well, Dance Base’s teachers can provide. Their experienced teachers will make the session fun and get the kids dancing to their favourite tune in no time! Catering is provided by the customer as there are minimal kitchen facilities available.

costs:£150for2hours,whichincludes1 hour dance class. Bespoke packages are also available.

DoodlesArts & crAfts

29 Marchmont Crescent, EH9 1HQ0131 229 1399www.doodlesscotland.co.uk

Doodles offers creative party packages in its Marchmont Studio. They provide sweets and juice and parents can bring other party food and a birthday cake. Up to 30 children can be accommodated in the studio, so it’s a perfect destination for any age to come and party (ages 1+). Doodles is always happy to discuss your party ideas with you and they also offer a take-home party in a box kit!

costs:• £10perhead:Acrylicpainted

pottery (miniature animals, picture frames, trinket boxes)

Canbetakenhomethesameday.

• £11perhead:Itemswhichneedto be food safe, such as mugs or plates. Ready for collection after 3 days.

• £8perhead:Decoptachparties.• £6perhead:Kidscouldallpaint

a door plaque or hand print tile.

Dynam-nic Dance @ StudioDDAnce stuDio

The Basement, 4 Hutchison Terrace Edinburgh EH14 1QB0131 4430753

[email protected] www.dndance.co.uk www.studiodedinburgh.co.uk

Dynam-nic Dance parties are bursting with energy and smiles as you all dance away to the birthday child’s favourite music, band or theme! During the party you learn a routine and present a mini show at the end for all the parents to enjoy. The songs are all chosen by the birthday child and are carefully put together to create a party mash up! You also play dance themed games and include fun props such as pom-poms, caps, ribbon sticks and bean bags. (used age appropriately) The party room includes speakers, disco lights, a pop up banner and balloons. Book the full package to take advantage of the Studio Space, including food tables and seats for 28 guests and ready-made invitations. The studio is easily accessible with lots of free parking around.

costs:Full package: £160 UseofStudioDfor2.5hours,a2hour party and party invitations.

• Package2:£135 UseofStudioDfor2hours,a1.5

hour party and party invitations.• Package3:£130 2hourpartyatyourownvenue.•Package4:£110 1.5hourpartyatyourown

venue.

*DNDance does not provide the following: birthday cake, candles, matches, table-covers, party food and drink or hot food facilities.

Edinburgh Combat ChallengeoutDoor lAser combAt

Lugton Bogs, Gilmerton Road, Edinburgh, EH18 1AR (opposite Dobbies Garden Centre)07732 231220edinbughcombatchallenge@gmail.comwww.edinburghcombatchallenge.com

Edinburgh Combat Challenge is an exciting outdoor laser combat game using long range authentic ☛

Which party will you choose?You’ll be spoilt for choice with the exciting

parties we offer at Maddie & Mark’s Play Town in Ocean Terminal. And we make it so easy,

the kids have a ball and you don’t have to clean up afterwards! We even offer exclusive use.

SIMPLY SOFTPLAY * FROZEN * SUPERHERO CHOCOLATE FONDUE * PAMPER * BABY & TODDLER

PIRATE & MERMAIDS * FAIRIES & KNIGHTS

Find out more: [email protected] call 0131 343 3289 or see www.maddieandmarks.com

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infra-red weapons. Experience being part of a real life computer game set in the woodland with authentic live sounds and game plays. It’s completely safe with no hidden costs. Only 4 miles from the city centre, free parking onsite and on a main bus route.

costs:• 1hour:£12perperson• 1.5hr:£16perperson• 2hr:£20perperson.Minimumageforplayersis8andan adult must remain onsite if any playersunderage14.

Edinburgh Dungeons Visitor AttrAction

31 Market Street, EH1 1DFwww.thedungeons.com/edinburgh

They’ll make sure you and your party have the most horrible day! With three fantastic packages to choose from you can combine the Edinburgh Dungeon experience with a Dungeon souvenir book, goody bag and even lunch.

costs:For more information see page 17.

Edinburgh Leisure Centressport & ActiVe

www.edinburghleisure.co.uk/activities/birthday-parties

Children love being active and parties are the perfect opportunity to let them run wild. Just treat them to an Edinburgh Leisure Active Party and you won’t have to run wild organising it.They offer a mix of multi-activity sports and games parties, bouncy castle parties, football, swimming and even go-kart parties running at seven centres across the city:

• Ainslie Park Leisure Centre• Drumbrae Leisure Centre• Gracemount Leisure Centre• Jack Kane Sports Centre• Kirkliston Leisure Centre• Meadowbank Sports Centre• Queensferry High Recreation

Centre

EICA: Rathosport & ActiVe

South Platt Hill, Newbridge, Edinburgh, EH28 8AA0131 333 [email protected]/activities/birthday-parties

This amazing venue has parties for ages 1-16. Simply choose your party, choose your food and get in touch. You can choose from Climbing Parties, Scrambles Softplay Parties, Rock Tots Playroom Parties and Toddler Softplay Parties. Parties include your own party host to look after you and your guests from start to finish, music supplied or you can give your host your own MP3 player, party invitations to download, a wide choice of tasty and healthy food options from sharing platters to set menus and there’s even tasty treats available for the grown-ups too!

costs:Prices available on application.

Foxlake AdventuresWAkeboArDing & ADVenture rope course

Foxlake Adventures, Dunbar, East Lothian, EH42 1XF01620 860 657 [email protected]

Foxlake Adventures is Scotland’s first cable wakeboarding park along with the UK’s only adventure ropes course constructed over water. They are located in the heart of East Lothian 25 miles east of Edinburgh. Whether your party want to give wakeboarding a try with their qualified instructors, tackle the FoxFall ropes course and zip lines or have fun on their Ringo Rides, Foxlake will have something for you. Booking essential, party catering options available on site.

costs:• FoxFall:Child£13.50

Adult £16.50

• Wakeboarding:From£18.00• RingoRides:From£22.00

GambadosoftplAy

Unit 6, Fountain Park, Dundee Street, Edinburgh, EH11 1AF0844 375 9494www.gambado.com

Birthday parties are more fun and less hassle for busy families at Gambado. Take advantage of their unique facilities and indoor space to create a memorable party for your child, family and friends. Their party planning perfectionists have the pleasure of presenting the following party packages:

costs:For more information see page opposite

Gorgie City FarmVisitor AttrAction

Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 2LA0131 337 [email protected]

Give any animal mad youngster a memorable day out! Gorgie City Farm’s unique party experience includes pet handling and animal feeding alongside a traditional birthday tea and party bags. Their party team will lead your party activities, serve food and do the clearing up. You just bring the cake and your camera! You can also hire their party room for your own thing, potentially booking private handling or feeding as a feature.

costs:Party packages:• £95forupto10children• £142.50for11-5children• £190for16-20childrenThese costs cover the room, activities, food and party bags.

Room Only Hire: £10 per hour. Please include your set up and clear up in hire time.

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This soft play centre features a three-tier climbing frame with ball cannons and slides, a climbing wall, 31-seater traditional carousel and gated sensory area for toddlers, has six fantastic party rooms

and gives a free pressie to every birthday child!

at a glance

location: Fountain Park

recommended age: 1-12 yrs

Party Size: Up to 30 kids

Duration: Depends on package chosen

food: Hot and cold buffet, squash & water provided. Vegetarian options available

Parking: Free on-site parking for customers

more information & booking: www.gambado.com/clubs/edinburgh/

PartY PacKageS

Parties start from £7.95 and vary depending on peak and off peak hours. They include: • Everypartyalsohasitsvery

own amazing part host for the full duration who looks after everything, ensuring your child has a very special day to remember.

• PartyGames&MagicTricks

• Freeridesonthecarousel.• Hotandcoldbuffet,free

squash and water• Optionalcharacterguest

appearances• Gambadocanalsolookafter

invites, party bags, thank-you cards and catering for the parents too for additional cost.

Princess Party (ages 3-12) Prices from £16.95 per child.• Choosefromavarietyof

Princesses and enjoy a range of Princess related activities

• 30minsfreeplay• 30minspartybuffet

& celebration• 1hourprincessentertainment

with your chosen princess. tiger tots Party (ages 1-4) Available Mon-Fri, term-time only.Prices from £7.95 per child

• Fortoddlersandpre-schoolchildren

• 40minsfree & interactive play

• 40minspartybuffet & celebration.

tiger Party Prices from £9.95 per child

For all kids from 0 to 12• 1hr20minsofunlimitedplay

on all equipment including the climbing wall

• 40minsinaprivatepartyroom with a yummy hot and cold buffet.

• Tablewearthemesavailable.

foam Dart frenzy Party (ages 6-12) Prices from £11.95 per child • Hostedbyaspecial

force leader, wide open spaces,hugesafebattlefields,obstacles and hundreds of great hiding places!

• 30minsfreeplay• 30minspartybuffet

& celebration• 1hourFoamDartTagmake a Bear (ages 3-12) Prices from £14.95 per child • MakeABearworkshop

allows everyone to take a good quality, special keepsake home

• 40minsMakeaBear workshop

• 40minsfreeplay• 40minspartybuffetand

celebration.

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Gymboree unDer 5s gym

3 Gorgie Park Road, Edinburgh, EH14 [email protected]/edinburgh

WINNER of the WO4LO ‘Best Party Provider’ 2011, 2012 and 2013!Gymboree Edinburgh offer unique, fun-filled and completely tailor made, themed birthday parties for children 1–5 years in Edinburgh. With a Gymboree Edinburgh Birthday Party you will enjoy sole use of Gymboree Edinburgh’s facilities letting you WOW your little one with anything from Pirate’s to Princesses, Jungles to Oceans and many more exciting themes!

costs:£200formembers,£240forallnon – members. Enjoy sole use of Gymboree’swonderfulfacilitiesfor2 hours. Invitation, balloons, party hatsandfoodprovided.Maximumof 15 children. Party packages can be tailored to suit you so please get in touch to arrange the perfect party for your little one.

Joy Tots cAfé

117 Ferry Road, Edinburgh, EH6 4ET0131 202 [email protected]

Want an exclusive whole-venue hire experience tailored just for you? Joy Tots recognise there are special moments really worth celebrating in life, so they’ve developed imaginative and inspiring bespoke packages to help you create your ideal occasion. Joy Tots offers more than just space with a vibrant relaxing new café interior, excellent amenities and facilities. It is designed to accommodate around 20 people, so you bring the cake and let them do the rest.

costs:Booking Joy Tots exclusively for your event starts at £120 for 2hrs. They can tailor to any occasion frombabyshowerstobirthdaystoevening events.

Jupiter ArtlandVisitor AttrAction

Bonnington House Steadings, near Wilkieston, Edinburgh, EH27 8BB01506 [email protected] www.jupiterartland.org Jupiter Artland is a 100-acre sculpture park just outside Edinburgh. Their kids’ parties are 2 hours and 15 minutes full of exploring, crafting and having fun. Whether you have a group of wee ones or more grown-up children, a birthday party at Jupiter is sure to be remembered. Set within a magical woodland landscape their party packages include Enchanted Forest, Build your own Bothy, a range of arty-crafty parties or even design your own bespoke party.They are a registered, not for profit charity. All profits from parties goes to their Education Foundation, which provides a free programme of education visits for schools, universities and community groups.

costs:Basic packages start at £15 per head,withoptionalextrasrangingfrom party bags, room hire for parents to different catering options. Parties are available all yearroundwithprivateaccesstothe artland during Oct-April. Parties inMay-Septemberduringopenmonths include catering in basic cost. Parties are for a minimum of 10 children and a maximum of 20 from ages 5-12.

Maddie & Mark’s Play TownsoftplAy

2nd Floor Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh, EH6 6JJ 0131 343 [email protected]/parties

Partying at Play Town couldn’t be easier, the kids have a ball and you don’t have to clean up afterwards! There’s a great range of parties to suit tinies to teens: Simply Soft Play, Frozen, Superhero, Fairies & Knights, Pirates & Mermaids, Toddler/Baby (plus Sensory), Pamper or Chocolate Fondue. No matter which party you choose, there will be great fun and fantastic food. And, if you want the place all to yourself, they offer exclusive use too.

costs:Visitwebsiteforpackageprices.

National Museum of FlightVisitor AttrAction

East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian, EH39 5LF0131 247 4238www.nms.ac.uk/flight

Celebrate a supersonic birthday with a special party at the National Museum of Flight. Choose from a Jet Powered or Supersonic package and enjoy a range of activities including boarding Scotland’s iconic Concorde, the hands-on interactive gallery, Fantastic Flight, and creative make and take sessions. Plus dress up in uniform, complete the assault course and get up close to military and passenger aircraft. Birthday parties are tailored according to the age of the party and include all activities and party food.

costs:From £10 per child

OrcadiatrAmpoline centre3 Windsor Place, Portobello, EH15 2AJ 0131 669 [email protected]

Have a trampoline party in a room with 6 floor level trampolines, a bouncy castle and juke box!

costs:Parties can be booked for Friday afternoons, Saturdays and Sundays

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for£99.Thisisfor1.5hoursprivateuse; 1 hour in trampoline room and half an hour in the café. Please note this is self-catering only.

Party Planet cAfé

39 Baileyfield Road, Edinburgh, EH15 1NA0131 669 1231Helloplanetcafeedin.co.uk www.planetcafeedin.co.uk

Themed and bespoke party packages available including, Pirates & Princesses, Hello Kitty, Superheros, Star Wars, One Direction, Glitz and Glam, Make Your Own Cupcakes and a Masquerade Ball to name but a few. You and your party guests have exclusive use of the venue which includes a soft play area, cafe and fantastic home cooked food and snacks. Your child’s party is taken by friendly party hosts who provide one hour of entertainment followed by a yummy party menu. They can even help with party bags, themed cups and balloons etc. for a small extra charge.

costs:Packages start from 12 per head

Potter AroundArts & crAfts

Overton Farm, Kirknewtown, West Lothian, EH27 8DD01506 238961Chat@potteraround.co.ukwww.potteraround.co.ukwww.facebook.com/PotterAround

Potter Around specialise in arty craft parties – anything from pottery panting in both acrylics and underglaze; decopatch, jewellery, candles and lipbalms, glass fusion, potter’s wheel, fimo modelling, canvas painting. They have a dedicated party room which holds up to 12 guests. No minimum number necessary. You get the room for 2 hours . They provide juice and nibbles – you can bring what you like. Great fun. Face painting too if required.

The emphasis is on fun and being creative with your guests getting to make something to keep. They also offer mobile parties where they come to you.

costs:Prices start at £12 a head depending on choice. No minimum numbers for guests. They require a depositwhenyoubook.Forpotterypieces that need to be collected they’llletyouknowwhentocomeback or if it is a mobile party they willdeliverbacktoyouaweeklater.There is an additional travel charge for mobile parties.

Royal Mile Recording Experiences

recorDing stuDio pArties

107 High Street, Royal Mile, EH1 1SW0131 556 4882info@royalmilerecording experiences.comwww.royalmilerecording experiences.com

As well as singing together as a group, the birthday girl/boy will be encouraged to sing a solo part too. Royal Mile Recording Experiences will also help to encourage any ideas the kids may have for their recording. The resulting mix will be burned to CD for each participant. The entire event will be photographed and an mp3 of the track will also be provided. You are welcome to bring your own food and drink along.

costs:One and a half hours for only £15pp (min 10 - max 20).

The HuxleyrestAurAnt

1 Rutland Street, Edinburgh, EH1 2AE, Scotland 0131 229 3402www.thehuxley.co.uk

The Huxley offers a great children’s menu featuring Huxley favourites in mini form. If planning a children’s birthday party The Huxley have an excellent event planner on hand to

help and the Private Dining Room is the perfect space to entertain the children with free Wi-Fi, a surround sound audio system and a 63” HD TV! Situated in the West End, The Huxley is in a great central location.

costs:£7.00 per child for main course, pudding and drink

The Studiogirls photo shoot pArty

4a Kirk Loan Edinburgh EH12 [email protected] The Studio provide more than just a party - it’s an experience that you, your friends and your family will be remembering forever. Girls just love dressing up and having fun with their best friends, and each girl will experience the excitement of being in front of the camera in a studio that even has a wind machine! This photo shoot party includes the 1-hour studio photo shoot for the party girl and 5 guests, 3 outfit changes, 2 prints for the party girl, 1 group print for each guest and an online private viewing gallery.

costs:Girls Photo Shoot Party £150. For additional guests it is only £20 each including their complimentary group photograph, up to a maximumof9guests.

Tiki TotssoftplAy & pArty centre

1a Nile Grove, Edinburgh, EH10 4RE0131 447 [email protected]

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Where better to celebrate your little explorer’s party than deep in the heart of the jungle! Spend an hour going on a jungle adventure in the Bush Babies or Tiki Tots themed play rooms before making your way to one of the beautifully themed party rooms for a well-deserved birthday tea. Your party host will ensure that the little explorers have a great time on the day and will be on hand to take the pressure off you so you can relax and enjoy the special day.

costs:Party Packages from £9.50perchild. New for 2014 - Frozen Themed Party Packages in the Ice Palace Party Room from £12.50 per child.Exclusive hire available – prices on application.

.TimeTwisterssoftplAy

Unit 5 Catalyst Trade Park, 2B Bankhead Drive, Sighthill, EH11 4EJ

TimeTwisters offers a wide choice of party packages to suit your preferences and a range of options and enhancements to ensure your special occasion is one to remember. All of their food choices are freshly prepared using fresh and healthy ingredients. And while the children are well catered for, the parents are not forgotten either with excellent Parent Party Platters and extensive award-winning menus! It’s also super easy book any of the party options – either in person at the play centre, calling the party team on 0131 308 2464 or by using the simple online booking system on the TimeTwisters website.

costs:• MiniMid-WeekToddlerParties:£6.95pertoddler

• SoftPlayParties: From£9.50perchild

• LaserTagParties: From £16.75 per child

• Make-a-BearParties: From£15.95perchild

Toots Play CaféplAy cAfé

227 Gilmerton Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5UDAmanda [email protected]

A party venue dedicated to the under 5s. Available for private hire with food, games and party bags available too.

costs:Privatehirefromaslittleas£129.00

Tumbles at Portobello Gymnastics and Softplay Centre

gymnAstics & softplAy

20 Westbank Street, Edinburgh, EH15 1DR0131 669 [email protected]/activities/birthday-parties

It doesn’t matter if your child is an expert gymnast, or if they’ve never tried it before, the whole party will have a great time at the Gymnastics Experience Parties in the purpose built gymnastics arena.Or they can have a fantastic time running around the huge range of exciting activities in the 3 levels of softplay. You can choose from Gymanstics Experience Parties, Tumbles Softplay Parties or Toddlers Tumbles Softplay Parties. You can even have exclusive use of Tumbles Softplay. Parties include your own party host to look after you and your guests from start to finish. They’ll organise and play games and activities for all ages, serve food and make sure

everyone is having a great time. You’ll also have music supplied or you can give your host your own MP3 player, party invitations and a wide choice of tasty and healthy food options.


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Eldin Industrial Estate, Edgefield Road, Loanhead, EH20 9QX0131 448 [email protected]

Be the star you know you are! With 10 years’ experience in musical parties, Yoo-Star guarantees a day to remember. Dress up in their glamorous dressing room for your photo-shoot, experience the thrill of being on stage in their funky rehearsal room and see yourself live on TV! Record alongside chart-topping Scottish acts in their professional studio and leave with your own complimentary CD, with a professionally designed cover featuring you or your band and loads of photos of the experience. Whether you’re 18 or 102 you’ll shine like a star! They have tens of thousands of songs to choose from on the day or let them know beforehand and they’ll have the songs ready for you.

costs:Prices from £60 for hour long recording sessions to full party packagefor£140(upto16guests,includesonecomplimentaryCDand all the photos taken on the day). Domino’sPizzaorbuffetavailableseparatelyat£4perpersonorbringyourownsnacks.ExtraCDscanbebought on the day.

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Calton Centre121 Montgomery St, Edinburgh, EH7 5EP0131 661 [email protected]

The Calton Centre is a fully refurbished venue with two halls suitable to hire for birthday parties catering for children 10 and under. Hall A is a large self-contained space with stage and PA system, toilet facilities, baby change and a small kitchen area. The roof height offers plenty of clearance for an indoor bouncy castle. Hall B is slightly smaller with a lower roof but still with a 50 person capacity and speaker system with access to small kitchen and toilets/baby change. There are also plenty of good quality tables and chairs to accommodate both spaces.

cost:Hall A is available to hire at the weekendattherateof£26perhourHall B is available to hire at the rate of £17 per hour

Craigmillar Community Arts Centre

58 Newcraighall Road, Edinburgh, EH15 3HS0131 669 8432craigmillarcommunityarts @gmail.comwww.craigmillarcommunityarts.org.uk

Eric Liddell Centre15 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4DP0131 447 4520www.ericliddell.org

Fairmilehead Parish Church1a Frogston Road West, Edinburgh EH10 7AA0131 445 2374 [email protected] www.fhpc.org.uk

An ideal venue for your child’s party with five halls available to hire,

with kitchen facilities and easy car parking.

cost:Prices vary according to day and time.Contactthemformoreinformation and to check availability.

Fisherrow Community Centre

South Street, Fisherrow, Musselburgh, EH21 6AT0131 665 7590www.fisherrowcentre.org.uk

Inverleith St Serf’s Parish Church Halls

1a Clark Road, Edinburgh, EH5 3BD0131 478 0642halls@inverleithsaintserfs.org.ukwww.inverleithsaintserfs.org.uk

Juniper Green Community Centre

1A Juniper Park Rd, Juniper Green, EH14 5DX0131 458 3751www.junipergreencc.org.uk

North Merchiston Club48 Watson Crescent, Edinburgh, EH11 1EP0131 622 [email protected]

The club is conveniently situated on the edge of the city centre, close to Fountainpark and adjoining Harrison Park East. The club is open 9am-10pm Mon-Fri, and 9am-4pm on Sat and Sun. Birthday

parties can be held in the club most weekends.


Out Of The Blue Drill Hall36 Dalmeny Street, Leith, EH6 8RG0131 555 7100www.outoftheblue.org.uk

Re-Union Canal Boats1 Union Path, Fountainbridge, Edinburgh, EH3 9QB0131 261 8529 [email protected]

Be pirates on the high seas, wild explorers, or have a Boogie Boat Disco! Hire Re-Union Canal Boat’s 60ft widebeam boat as a venue for a unique, fun and memorable birthday celebration. The Lochrin Belle is a unique venue space for any celebration. Fully wheelchair accessible and able to accommodate up to 35 people, the boat is for your exclusive use. Should you require assistance with catering, refreshments, activities, themes etc. contact the canal team and they will work with you to tailor the perfect party package.

cost:From £110 per hour including a skipperandcrew.Boattripscanbesubjecttoweatherconditionshowever,theywillalwaystrytoensure that your party takes place.

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location: 31 Market Street, EH1 1DF

recommended age: No rules, but 8+ is a guideline. Entry is at guardian’s discretion.

Party Size: There’s no minimum party size and each tour can take up to 32. Groups larger than this can be split in a way so that kids can stick with their friends.

Duration: 80 minutes

food: There are two packages including food at partner restaurant, Garfunkels. Unfortunately there isn’t space available for food in The Dungeon.

Parking: On street parking

more information & booking: www.thedungeons.com/edinburgh

PartY PacKageS

There are three packages to choose from so you can combine the Dungeon experience with a souvenir book, goody bags & lunch. There are 2 rides included on the tour but these can be skipped if preferred.

Package One: Brave Burke & Hare15 and younger: £9.00Adult (16+)*: £10.00

This package includes:

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• Goodybagsforeachchild

• 20%offphotographypurchases

Package Two: Savage Sawney Bean15andyounger:£14.75Adult (16+)*: £10.00**


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•LunchatGarfunkels (menu choices on Edinburgh Dungeon website)

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Package Three: Wild William Wallace15andyounger:£17.75Adult (16+)*: £10.00**


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** Packages two and three include lunch on the child tickets only. Adult price quoted is for entry to the Dungeon. Adults will eat from the a la carte menu at the restaurant and pay on the day.

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A s a mother of two tiny chocoholics, I know exactlyhowharditistoprystickyfingers

away from the Percy Pigs and crispy cakes at children’s parties. Moreover, it is nigh on impossible to point those sweet-toothed toddlers in the direction of those beautifully crafted ham and salad sandwich fingers. While banishingsweet treats altogether is just plain mean (speaking as someone who needs that afternoon Galaxybar)itisdifficulttocurbthesugarintaketo a level that isn’t going to make your already-hyper party animal explode like the mouthful of popping candy they’ve just scoffed.

Healthy party food does not have to be sticks of carrot and celery that inevitably end up in the bin.Inanattempttohelpfellowparentsfindthatperfect balance of fun and nutritious, The Pantry team have put together some quick recipes, appealing to both the eyes and bellies of your little party goers. Bin the breadsticks and take note!

fruit popsThe best fruits to use for this are grapes, strawberries and slices of apple. Pierce these onto a lollypop stick and set aside.

To make the topping, you can use melted chocolate, melted white chocolate or my favourite… yoghurt coating. To make the yoghurt coating, you need to sieve icing sugar into yoghurt until it is the consistency of PVA glue. You canuse strawberry flavour yoghurt for thepink colour too.Get a selection of little bowls filled with

sprinkles, chopped nuts, oats, grated chocolate, mini marshmallows and anything else your wee ones like. Then it’s simple….get dunking! Make sure you have some greaseproof paper laid out onto a baking tray to set them down on once they are made. Then pop them into the fridge until needed.

hungry caterpillar sandwichThis little chap is a little more time consuming than just making some sandwiches….but far more likely to end up in your little party-goers mouthsthanthefloor…orthebin!

Make a selection of sandwiches then cut out circles with a cookie cutter. You will need to use some lollypop sticks or toothpicks to hold him in place. For the head of your hungry caterpillar you just need a tomato, some cucumber sticks

for his antennae (they also make the legs!) and a couple of olives for his eyes (extra points for the little foodies that munch away on the olives!)

rainbow sausage rollsThis is a great way of sneaking in some vegetables (and great for weekend treats too). Grate some carrot, onion, courgette, pumpkin and even apple or any other vegetable you like. In a large bowl, mix minced beef or pork (500g will make 20 sausage rolls), vegetables, including cooked diced onion & garlic, apple, 1 egg, breadcrumbs, herbs, mustard, tomato puree and a sprinkle of water. Lay out a shopbought pastry sheet (puff or short crust works) Using about 1/2 cup sausage mix, place it in the middle of each half of the pastry, working it into a long sausage about 2cm wide x 1cm high from end to end then brush one side with egg wash. Roll up your rolls then cut into individual sizes (I wouldsuggestforweeonesabout4cm).Thesewill need to then cook in the oven with a little egg wash on the top for 30 minutes or until golden on a baking tray lined with greaseproof. Make sure there is about 2cm between them to allow them to expand in the oven.

mini Wholemeal Pitta Pizzas (delicious hot or cold)Fry off some shallots in a little olive oil with some garlicandthyme.Letthemgetreallytranslucentthen thrown in a jar of pasata or a tin of tomatoes. Cook it down for 10 minutes, then once it has cooled, pass it through a sieve. You have lovely smooth pizza base sauce!

Grate some cheese (the mixed bags of mozzarellaandcheddarpregratedfromWaitroseor Sainsbury’s are perfect for saving some time here!)

Set out in little bowls any other toppings you want to put on the pizzas. Family favourites in our house are sweetcorn, ham and diced up red pepper. Thengetcreative!Theminipittas(Waitrose10

for £1) do not need warmed or toasted in advance just put a small spoonful of your tomato mix, your toppings and then your cheese then pop under the grill until crispy. You can serve these cold or hot, but remember only re-heat them once.

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For a second helpingMore information about The Pantry and their Cooking with Kids classes can be found at www.thepantryedinburgh.co.uk

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Alexander the Great Entertainments

mAgic, bAlloon moDelling, Disco, circus skills & fAce pAinting

Alexander the Great Entertainments provides tailored entertainment to meet the needs of each individual party. They provide a colourful fun-filled show that involves all the children, especially the birthday child and encourage full audience participation. Whether it’s magic, juggling, balloon modelling or providing a disco with bubble and smoke machines, they have everything needed to ensure lots of interactive fun for the entire party. costs:Prices on application.

07881 780793Alexanderthegreat76 @yahoo.co.ukwww.alexanderthegreatest.com

A-Star Sportssport

A-Star Sports parties offer fun-filled and inclusive games. For children 3+ years, their parties focus on fast paced, fun games that keep children engaged from start to finish. For children 7+ years, they offer sports-based and/or themed parties for an action-packed multi-sports adventure, and families can choose to have activities from their range of ten core sports. For high energy, all-round active entertainment children will have the most memorable occasion.

costs:Prices on application.

07876021073www.a-starsports.co.uk/ local-classes/Edinburgh

Awesome Folk Arts & crAfts

Awesome Folk offer creative parties for adults or kids. Choose your theme and activity from a range of arts and crafts such as fabric badges, decopatch, printing,

creative canvases, mini monsters or modelling. They love to work with your own ideas too.

costs:Kidsparty(per10):£145for1.5hrroom hire, 2 teachers, small craft, large craft, crafty party bag and juice.Adultsparty(per10):£145for1.5hrroom hire, 2 teachers, large craft, snacks, tea and coffee.Extras available

Lorna: 07775622756 [email protected]: 07717 330338 [email protected]

Bennetts Bouncy Castle Hireequipment hire

Bennetts Bouncy Castle Hire established in 1989 is the original family run business supplying homes, nurseries, school fairs etc. with a wide range of indoor and outdoor inflatables to suit all ages from toddlers to adults. All their castles are tested annually to the highest standard PIPPA certification and they are long standing members of the British Inflatable Hire Association. They pride themselves on reliable, friendly service and competitive prices.

costs:Pricesrangefrom£60to£140depending on the unit. Bennetts willadvisecustomersonthemostsuitableinflatablefortheirneeds.DeliveryandsetupisincludedwithinEdinburghandsurroundingareas.

0131 [email protected]

CeilidhKidsscottish DAncing

A ceilidh is a great way to celebrate! CeilidhKids ceilidhs are especially suited to family parties with a mix of generations – under 5s need an older partner; older children and adults can dance together. CeilidhKids can lead an hour’s dancing and leave the rest up to you, or run a few games after tea. But it’s your party – they just bring the music and ideas and help the guests have fun!

costs:Prices start at £50 for an hour of dancing. The party family books the venue(CeilidhKidscanhelpwiththis) and supplies refreshments.

0131 667 8898 [email protected] www.ceilidhkids.com

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Unique and tailor made children’s parties for budding detectives. From fingerprinting and hair analysis to facial photo fits using the latest software; your children will have all the necessary skills to don their investigator suits and solve the crime. A crime scene within their very own home or party venue! CSI Parties are suitable for children aged 6 – 12 and include a CSI themed party bag. costs:£140forupto15children. £7 per head thereafter.

Lynne0131 6530580 [email protected] www.sescotland.computerxplorers.co.uk

Cool CreaturesAnimAl hAnDling

Cool Creatures bring a children’s party to life with their animal handling sessions. The birthday

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Huggy Bears NO SEW cuddly bear and animal kits.

Find out more at: www.huggybears.co.uk

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child gets to choose from a number of animals to have at their party: meerkat, lizards, 9ft pythons, hedgehog, scorpions, skunk and tortoise are just a few to choose from.Their parties are aimed at 3 year olds to 90 year olds – no-one’s too young or too old!

costs:Prices are based on travelling locally–travelexpenseswillbeincurredforfurtherafield.Partycostsare£45fora30minutehandling session and £70 for a 1 hour session. A 30 minute session willmeet4animalsanda1hoursessionwouldmeet6animals.

07827 765 35301506 [email protected]

Doodle & SplatArts & crAfts

Through a combination of imaginative play and organised art & craft activities, everyone will have great fun exploring their creative side; be it painting ceramic figures, making birthday crowns, decopatching or having lots of messy fun. Parties can be customised to your individual child’s needs with lots of themes to choose from, such as prince and princess, wildlife, under the sea and many more. By the end of the party all the children will all be able to take home their individual masterpieces – a wonderful lasting memory of the party. Doodle & Splat come to the venue of your choice - home, community centre, church hall, garden (weather permitting!). They provide party invitations, along with all the craft materials, activities, aprons for the children plus the clean-up of the used area at the end of the party.

costs:Parties start from £70 and are for ages from 2-10yrs. Pricing varies depending on the package chosen. £30 deposit is required at time of booking to secure the date for the party.

There is a small travel charge for parties over 20 miles from Dunfermline

0794 282 [email protected] www.doodleandsplat.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/pages/Doodle-Splat/

Enjoy-a-Ballsport

Enjoy-a-Ball provides high energy, active parties, packed with non-stop fun. Their expertise in sports coaching, combined with their fun-loving nature, makes them the ideal party facilitator to leave all the guests buzzing with excitement. They want your child’s special day to be happy and memorable. And for the grown-ups: they provide all the equipment and supervise the whole event, resulting in a worry-free experience for you! Enjoy-a-Ball parties are perfect for boys & girls from age 4 – 9.

costs:Full party terms and conditions are suppliedwitheverypartyenquiry.Sports parties are usually restricted toweekendsduetoweekdaycoaching commitments.

08452 26 26 [email protected]

Huggy BearsbeAr mAking pArties

Have a bear-making party with Huggy Bears no-sew bear and animal kits. The easy to use kits include your chosen bear or animal, stuffing, hugs and kisses, birth certificate and full instructions. You just stuff, pull closed and cuddle! Each Huggy Bear comes in its own bag so no need to supply expensive party bags. Extras include bear sized t-shirts for decorating, voice boxes and clothing. Huggy Bears provide a party hosting service, or you can host yourself.

costs:Pricesareonly£6.99forthecute

8”kitsand£11.99forthedeluxe16” kits.

0333 335 [email protected]

It’s in the Bag!creAtiVe pArties – rhymes & songs

It’s in the bag delight in taking children’s imaginations on a magical journey. The children join them on a storytelling adventure; using rhymes, songs, creative games, drama and puppets to bring the story to life.

costs:Prices available on application

Lorna Shields07967348661itsinthebagparties@hotmail.co.ukwww.itsinthebagparties.co.uk

Jo Jingles music

Jo Jingles offers musical fun parties for all children from 1 to 5 years. Their packages are tailor made to suit your child and will include their favourite songs, musical instruments for everyone, parachute fun and bubbles. Parties can be held at home, nursery or in a hired venue.

costs:Price includes 50 minutes of party fun, invitations and a musical gift for the party boy or girl. £90forupto19children,£100forup to 25 children, prices for up to 50 children on request.

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Kiss the FishArts & crAfts

Are you looking for something a bit different for your special day? Kiss the Fish have been running arts and crafts birthday parties, hen parties, workshops and events in Edinburgh since 2008. They’ll come along to your home, favourite cafe, local community centre, office or any other venue that you’d like to use - they’ll bring equipment and materials to make sure everybody goes away with a fabulous creation! Choose from Decopatch, Mosaics, Fabric/Glass Painting, felt-making and more…

costs:Available on application 07467088409www.kissthefishstudios.com

Messy Munchkinsmessy plAy

Are you looking for something different for your child’s special day? Thought about a messy play party? Award Winning Messy Munchkins hosts messy play birthday parties for children under 5. They are different from any other party and there is always something for everyone – gluing, squishing, stirring, making, splashing and more... Each party is bespoke and designed to allow the birthday boy/girl and their guests to do what they do best - play! Invitations, thank-you cards and party bags all included.

costs:Prices for your child’s bespoke party on application.

[email protected]

Monkey DramaDrAmA

Monkey Drama parties are an hour long and packed full of drama, adventure, imagination and fun from beginning to end. The children will meet different characters along the way, use various props to help them on their journey, engage in a fantastic story based adventure as well as playing theme related games and exploring the magic of their imaginations through role play and drama. Its non-stop fun from beginning to end and there are various themes to choose from. Monkey Drama will deliver parties in any suitable venue, including your home and will travel within Edinburgh, Glasgow and in between. There are 5 standard themes to choose from: Superhero Adventure, Pirates, Hidden Rainbow, Zoo Adventure, Off to the Fairground

costs:Prices depend on number of children; and includes invites, a certificateforeachchild,afewsmall game prizes, and a packed goody bag for the birthday child. Discountsforpartieswith10orfewerchildren.

[email protected]

Monkey Musicmusic

Every Monkey Music party is individually tailored to suit each separate occasion! Monkey and his friends will ensure that the birthday boy or girl has a party to remember which is jam-packed with his special musical ingredients. From singing and dancing to some very special props and, of course, the live musical instruments, your Monkey Music party leader will keep all your little monkeys entertained.Monkey Music come to the venue of your choice and offer musical fun which includes your very own Monkey Music invitations and a little present for the birthday child! Your Monkey Music party leader will make sure that everyone has a really special day to remember.

costs:Prices on application

Edinburgh North0131 260 9667comelybank.corstorphine@monkeymusic.co.ukwww.monkeymusic.co.uk

Edinburgh South0131 441 [email protected]

Pyjama DramaDrAmA

Welcome to the world of Pyjama Drama – a world where anything can happen! Their themed parties, for children up to seven years, are packed full of drama, games and music designed to thrill the senses and ignite the imagination. Pyjama Drama offers two types of party, ☛


an astounding Adventure Party for children up to five years and a Performance Party for children between 5 - 7 years. They’ll attend your party armed with stickers, balloons and a HUGE imagination. Look no further for an action packed party that will delight your guests with an unforgettable experience!

costs:Prices for party packages start at £80TermsandConditionscanbefoundhere:www.pyjamadrama.com/terms-conditions


Rosie’s KitchencupcAke DecorAting

Cupcake decorating parties are fun for children (and adults) of all ages. Rosie’s Kitchen provides all the cakes, equipment, icing and instruction you need to create 4 fabulous cupcakes each. Party goers will be shown how to decorate 3 of their 4 cupcakes and the 4th – they create themselves using all the icing/decorations/sprinkles they want!

costs:£13perpersonfor4cupcakes. Min6perparty.

07575329955rosies.kitchen@hotmail.co.ukwww.rosies-kitchen.co.ukFB: rosieskitchenedinburgh

Shake Your Tale! MacRumba & Fandango’s Stories & Tangos

story & DAnce

Globe-trotting dance sensation, Carmen Fandango, and Disco-Bothy Storyteller, Ruridh MacRumba take you on a story-dance adventure! Travel the world in story and dance: Carmen has the moves, Ruridh has the tales and they’ll have you shaking that tale in no time!Edinburgh based Kids Zumba instructors Frances

Bavin and Fergus McNicol (also a very fine Story Teller) bring you a fully participative, fun-filled family session of story and dance, perfect for parents and kids aged 3-11. costs:Pricesonapplication.Contactthem to discuss your needs.

[email protected] www.shakeyourtale.com

Sparkle ArtsDrAmA

A Sparkle Arts birthday party is something truly magical. Simply choose from an extensive list of party theme ideas, and they’ll create a magical make-believe world where kids let their imaginations run free. Themes include Frozen, Princess and Pirates and loads more – or just pick your own! Featuring music, dance and drama combined with costumes, props, toys and puppets, a Sparkle Arts party is one your little boy or girl will never forget.

costs:Party prices start at £130. Please giveatleast3-4week’snoticeasdemand is high.

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StagecoachDrAmA

Stagecoach Parties are packed full of fun, lively party entertainment including dramatic games, fabulous songs and funky dance routines. They are suitable for children aged 4 - 16 years and each party is specifically tailor-made for each age group. They also offer specially constructed Murder Mystery Parties for 11-16 year olds. Whether they want to be fairies, princesses, pirates or detectives, there’s a Stagecoach Party for everyone.

costs:Prices available on application To book a themed party or a Murder Mystery party, contact Stagecoach Edinburgh on 0131 610 0636www.Stagecoach.co.uk/Edinburghwww.facebook.com/stagecoachedinburgh

Step It Up DanceDAnce

Add originality and style to your child’s special day with a Step It Up Dance party! They offer Creative Dance or Urban Dance parties for ages 3 – 5 and Urban Dance or Cheerleading parties for ages 5 – 12. All of their parties are hugely popular and highly organised with a team of expert party hosts who are very flexible and most importantly, great fun! With overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents and kids, you can rest assured your dance party will be a huge hit! Kids not only enjoy an active and fun dance party, they also gain a real sense of achievement and with loads of praise thrown in; you will see their self-esteem grow before your very eyes! Step It Up Dance will host your party in a venue of your choice or can source a venue for you. They offer packages including everything from entertainment to party food boxes, party bags, bespoke cakes, decorations and everything else required to make your party a huge success!

costs:1.5 hours for £150 includes party invitations and envelopes posted outtoyouinadvance,twofullyqualifieddanceteacherstohostyour party, all music, props & equipmentaswellasaspecialsurprise for the birthday child! For up to 30 children.

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Stina Sparkles provide everything your party needs; DJ, disco, face-painting, balloon modelling, magic, soft play, pamper and singing princess parties!


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Talking Tots Edinburghrhymes & songs

Fun, interactive parties with their unique Talking Tots activities and a few traditional party games! Think nursery rhymes, action songs and a host of great props including puppets and parachute play. Choose from various themes like colours, nursery rhymes or animals. Lots of fun with the added bonus your little ones are learning through play too! Ideal for 1-4 year olds, up to a max. of 12 children.

costs:Prices from £80 for 50 mins of entertainment.

further info:Talking Tots can help source a venue or come to your chosen venue/home. Party bags are available at an extra cost. All equipment provided. All party leaders are disclosure checked, insured and experienced.

Jen Cadger 07803 820 677 [email protected] www.talkingtots.info/Edinburgh

Tatty Bumpkin yogA-inspireD pArties

A party with a difference! Tatty Bumpkins take the children on a magical yoga adventure with music, games and movement. The party can be tailored to your child’s

specific request - sail like a pirate, find the fairy woodland, roar with the lions or swim with dolphins. Some comments from customers: “SO good!”, “it was absolutely brilliant”, “the best party ever”, “it was exactly what I wanted and the kids had a fantastic time”, “it was a great party and the children really enjoyed it”. Parties for 2 – 7 year olds in Edinburgh and surrounding areas.

costs:Prices depend on duration, and numbers of children – call to discuss your requirements. Tatty Bumpkins can also organise theme related party bags. Invites included.

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The Purple TeapotbrAcelet-mAking pArties

This party is aimed at age 5 and over. Each child can makes two bracelets using colourful beads, spacers and a charm. They can either copy a design or create their own. Each bracelet is taken home in a purple organza bag and the child will also get to enjoy a delicious homemade Cupcakes by Kirsten cupcake too.

costs:Children’sbraceletmakingparties:£75 for up to 6 children then £10 per additional child. Adult parties: £15.00 per person, free for the host, minimum of 6 guests. Price includescreatingtwobraceletsanda“CupcakesbyKirsten”cupcake.

Kirsten Knox07747036176www.thepurpleteapot.co.uk

Under The Trees CICnAture/outDoor

Under The Trees CIC provides outdoor learning throughout Scotland. They offer a wide array of services from nature clubs, family events and lots more. Parties are available in 2 hour slots, 4 hour slots or all day - occurring outdoors*. Parties can be themed; Minecraft, Harry Potter, Bugs, Wild parties (bushcraft), Princess and lots more.

costs:Prices on application include allinformation,campfiretreats,birthday card and invites (if required).UnderTheTreeswilldiscuss and agree location during booking - they use green spaces near to you.

Jess 07854 490 [email protected]

*Their parties are 100% outdoors and will go ahead as long as it is safe to do so. Parties are suitable for all age groups and they ask that a few willing adults stay too to get muddy and have fun!

Zumba PartiesZumbA

Zumba Kids Parties with Fergus McNicol & Frances Bavin are high energy dance parties packed with kid friendly routines and games. They are available separately or together depending on numbers and budget. For ages 3 – 11. Song and theme requests welcome.


Fergus: 07910221556 Frances: 07505053333 [email protected] ☛

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Gullivers Toys and Gifts

Your first stop for Children’s Toys and

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Why not try our "to order" service - you get a great

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BeeliciouscAterer

Beelicious make children’s party food nutritious, wholesome and appealing through the use of colour, taste and texture. You can literally have your cake and eat it! They offer three party food packages which all include party bags with healthy sweets and a wide variety of sweet and savoury foods – sandwiches, vegetable platters and dips, mini pizzas, pasta, wraps, muffins and fruit skewers.

costs:Deliveryisfreeandpricesstartfromjust£5perbusybee.Depositto be paid 7 days prior to booking and full payment on delivery.

Call Tracie on 07543 [email protected]

Cakes by Louise LangcAke Artist

Louise Lang is a cake artist and designer based in Edinburgh, a Netmums.com finalist for Scotland’s favourite party supplier 2013 and National Cupcake Championships finalist 2014. She makes homemade and handcrafted cakes using high quality ingredients. All cakes are designed for that individual touch and can be tailored to any occasion whether it’s a wedding, christening or birthday. You can be sure that your special event will not only have a tasty cake but also one that will impress your guests. See gallery of photos on website.

costs:Pricesstartfrom£40foran8”single plain iced celebration cake anda3tieredweddingcakewithribbon starts from £215. Prices vary depending on size and detail ofcake;checkwebsiteformoreinformationorcontactLouiseforaquote.DeliveryisavailablewithasmallchargewithinEdinburgh.

[email protected]

Colourful CandypArty sWeets & cAnDy buffets

Colourful Candy provides sweet treats for your little one’s parties, from small sweet cones from £1 to gorgeous candy buffets for that special birthday treat.

cost:£2forpartysweetsand£50forChildren’sCandyBuffetsinEdinburgh/Lothians.


Cupcakes by KirstencAterer: cupcAkes

Delicious hand-made cupcakes, perfect for any occasion. Kirsten prides herself in baking delicious cupcakes that taste and look fabulous. Using only good quality ingredients, her cupcakes are baked to order and hand decorated for any occasion so the possibilities are endless.

cost:Minimumorderof12.12cupcakesfor£18.00.Varietyofflavours.DeliveryavailableinandaroundEdinburghandtheLothians,or collection from Penicuik, Midlothian.

Kirsten Knox07747036176www.cupcakesbykirsten.co.uk

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Italian Food with Stylemobile cook

Italian Food with Style takes the fuss out of parties and family dinners by taking care of everything from shopping, through cooking and up to the final cleaning. Every service is entirely bespoke around each family’s needs. A quick meeting at the location must be arranged prior to the event to check availability of working tools.

cost:Prices depend on the type of service. It can be from £7 per personforachildren’spartywithhome-made pizzas and healthy snacks, up to £50 for a 5 course meal for a family dinner. Prices are based on Edinburgh locations; others areas may be charged extra.

07425 740 688italianfoodwithstyle @hotmail.comwww.italianfoodwithstyle.co.uk

Marmalade Skies CateringcAterer

Platters of delicious home-made party food delivered to the venue of your choice. Kids’ party boxes packed with tempting finger food such as fresh fruit skewers, pinwheel sandwiches, rocky road and more.

cost:Kidspartyboxesfrom£4perperson, delivered.

07760 44 12 [email protected]

Rosie’s Kitchenbespoke birthDAy cAkes

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Blissgift boutique

5 Raeburn Place Stockbridge EH4 1HUwww.bliss-stockbridge.co.uk

Stockbridge boutique gift shop, Bliss, sells favourite brands such as Olive & Moss, Jelly Cats, Toby Tiger, Ever Earth and Melissa & Doug which provide fantastic gift options for little ones. They also have a whole wall in their shop dedicated to an amazing selection of cards for every age group and occasion.

Cloudberrygift & coffee shop

193 Whitehouse Road Barnton EH4 6BUwww.cloudberrygifts.co.uk

Cloudberry Gift & Coffee Shop stock a fantastic range of gifts, cards and wrap specialising in ‘Seasonal & Scottish’. They have great ideas for ladies, gents and kids, new homes, weddings, engagements…..the list goes on! Pop in for a look and stay for a coffee, they could be your new favourite place to shop.

Gulliverstoys & gifts

165b Bruntsfield Place Edinburgh EH10 4DG

Gulliver’s Toys and Gifts stock a fantastic array of toys for boys and girls of all ages but with a more traditional feel; soft toys, dolls and accessories, games and puzzles, science and educational toys, they have the lot! And with brands such as Micro Scooters, Pintoy, Melissa

& Doug, as well as classics like Brio, Bristle Blocks, Usborne books and many, many more you will be spoilt for choice. Gulliver’s also has a great selection of small party bag items as well as the latest craze, Zomlings, which start at just 50p so you can get everything you need in one place. www.GulliversToys.co.uk

Love from Indie StreetVirtuAl high street

www.lovefromindiestreet.com

Love from Indie Street offers a creative, local and personal alternative to traditional gifts. A virtual high street of Edinburgh’s best-known independent businesses, Love from Indie Street allows you to browse them all online in one place to choose a thoughtful and original gift voucher. From vouchers for a child’s first haircut or pair of shoes, to a book voucher for the best book-shop in town, they’ve got them all and much more.

Pippingift boutique

30 Haymarket Terrace Edinburgh EH12 5JZ www.pippingifts.com

Pippin is an original gift boutique in the Haymarket area of Edinburgh selling cards and baby gifts.

PookeyBeanonline shop - toys, gifts, greetings cArDs AnD gift WrAp

www.pookeybean.co.uk

Pookey Bean sells a variety of quality toys, gifts and puzzles for a wide age range, together with a selection of greetings cards from

birth to general cards along with a good selection of gift wrap and gift bags. Their toys include soft toys, wooden toys, games, discovery toys, kit books which provide you with the materials and know-how to craft and create charms, gadgets or crazy contraptions for example. They also have colourful handmade wooden puzzles in all shapes and sizes, with numbers and letters to amuse and educate all ages (even adults with a couple of their map puzzles) and other traditional wooden toys, and various novelties.

The Paper Laundryonline greetings cArD supplier

www.thepaperlaundry.co.uk

The Paper Laundry is an online seller of gorgeous, high quality cards at affordable prices. From happy birthday to thank you, their collections cover a wide range of sending occasions. They also offer a lovely selection of children’s cards, including a nursery toy-inspired age range for boy and girls. Cards cost just £1.50 each or £1.25 when you buy 8 or more. Delivery is free on 4 or more cards.

This Is NessiecustomiseD stAtionery

www.thisisnessie.com

Have fun creating and personalising your own party invitations, thank you notes, stickers and kids’ labels. Brilliant for parties, presents or just to spoil yourself! Visit the website and get creative.

TreehousechilDren’s clothes & gifts

10-12 Hamilton Place Edinburgh EH3 5AU www.treehousechildrenswear.co.uk

Treehouse stock an exciting range of children’s shoes, clothes, books, toys, and gifts.

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Carley Buick PhotographyCelebrate your little one’s birthday with a cake smash session. Edinburgh based Carley Buick Photography provides a fun and creative way to document that special birthday with a portrait session with a difference. Give them a cake and let them go for it…guaranteed mess and amazing photographs.

costs:CakeSmashsessionsare£100and are taken in the studio, and lastaroundanhour.Cakesarenotprovided and are to be brought along to the session. The current offer includes one free 20x20” canvas print (RRP £75) of any chosen image taken during the session.Allimageswillbeviewableon an online gallery; further prints can be ordered direct from there. All sessions must be pre-booked in advance.


Clear Photography Clear Photography’s photobooth is the perfect addition to any party, for any age. They bring along their portable studio with a box of props and leave you and your little ones to capture as many fun and crazy shots as you want. They can also supply a photographer to capture your child’s party in an informal and candid style including some family groups and cake shots.

costs: *MADE Special Offer*PhotoboothwithboxofpropsandallimagesonCD-£175Photographer and booth - £225Photographeronly-£195

Sam and Susan HeatonOffice: Melville House, EH21 6JEStudio: Causewayside, EH9 1PY0131 237 5894 0r 07972 304 [email protected]

Katia Crolla PhotographyKatia Crolla is a professional baby and family photographer creating beautiful portrait photography with

a creative and calm approach. Celebrate your child’s 1st or 2nd birthday at Katia Crolla Photography with a fun cake smash. Your cake smash session is tailored to suit your little one and will take up to two hours. There is the option to have regular family and individual photos taken before the cake smashing. Katia will provide you with a small baby bath with warm soapy water and the session will end with some cleaning up shots - super cute! Katia has a beautiful home studio based in the picturesque village of Inveresk, Musselburgh. Private parking available for all clients.

costs:CakeSmashsessionincludingcake- 2 hours £70.00Newbornsession-4hours£65.00TinyTotsession-1hour£40.00Portrait session - 2 hours £55.00Growwithmepackage-£170.00

Studio: Inveresk, Musselburgh07857477485katiacrollaphoto@btinternet.comwww.katiacrollaphotography.co.uk

Rachel Hein PhotographyTake away the stress of trying to capture the action at your child’s birthday party and make sure that all those special moments are documented. Rachel will come out to your party venue and spend a couple of hours capturing the fun in a reportage style. It’s not just for little ones! Rachel also offers photography packages for grown up parties.

costs:2hrs of party coverage including a£50.00credittowardsprints&products & 125.00 Travelincludedwithina20mileradius of central Edinburgh.

[email protected]

The StudioA cake smash photo session is a wonderful way to celebrate a birthday or get memorable

photographs of your baby. Cake smashes are fun for baby and parents, and provide a unique opportunity to capture your baby’s curiosity and personality at a young age. Many clients choose a cake smash session for documenting baby’s first birthday, while others see the session itself as the special occasion! The Studio will work with you and your family to craft a special photo experience just for your baby.

costs:Photo Session £75 Cakesfrom£35LoosePrints£25-£45each

Studio: 4a Kirk Loan, Corstorphine, EH12 [email protected]

Vivvi PhotographyVivvi offer a photo corner for children’s birthday parties. They set up their photo corner in the party venue and bring some props. The children have loads of fun and you will get beautiful portraits! There are many options to choose from... a birthday themed session or funky photo-booth style session.

costs:30 minutes photo corner £125, based in Edinburgh 1 hour photo corner £155, based in Edinburgh

[email protected] www.vivviphotography.co.uk

Zoe Stewart PhotographyFun first birthday cake smashes and bespoke mini celebration tea parties for boys and girls aged 2+. Natural light studio based in the heart of Edinburgh. Early booking advised - approximately 4 weeks in advance.

costs:Prices start at £[email protected]

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Tel: 01506 238961Email: [email protected] visit www.potteraround.co.uk

Available for parties, schools,playgroups and after school clubs

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