A family entertainment centre is set to open in Dundee this weekend.
Funparx Dundee has taken over the former Fun Factory soft play venue in Douglas.
Plans for the centre on Balunie Drive first emerged in December, when a planning application was lodged for new signs on the building.
Here is everything we know about Dundee’s latest entertainment venue before it opens it doors.
What is Funparx Dundee?
Funparx Dundee is described as a “brand new and exciting family entertainment park”.
It will open at the Fun Factory soft play centre, which closed last year.
Funparx appears to be a new concept with proposals for centres at four sites across England this year.
When is Funparx Dundee opening?
Funparx Dundee is opening this weekend, with bookings for the centre available from 11am on Friday.
What attractions will be at Funparx Dundee?
The Funparx Dundee website shows attractions will include:
- Ninja zone featuring more than a dozen obstacles
- Slide city with four “massive” slides
- Monster airpark featuring an inflatable course and slides
- Critter castle softplay with “state of the art” facilities for younger kids
- Retro arcade with a host of old games to play
- Funparx cafe selling pizza, fries, hot dogs, coffees, teas and more
A map also shows the layout of Funparx Dundee, including a party zone, a balloon factory, toilets and a seating area.
The website says the attraction will be open 9am to 8pm daily.
How much does Funparx Dundee cost?
The cost of tickets will depend on how much time visitors spend at the centre, with 1-hour, 90 minutes, 2-hours available, and a “Stay and Play” option available.
Tickets for admissions under the age of five will range in cost from £4.95 to £6
Meanwhile, tickets for those over the age of five will range from £5.99 to £10.50.
Is there an age limit?
Funparx Dundee says sessions are available for children aged one and over, with no upper age limit – and adults can also use the facilities.
How does it compare to other family entertainment centres in Dundee?
Two other large family entertainment centres have opened in and around Dundee in recent years that offer similar facilities.
Innoflate at Ethiebeaton Park is an inflatable park featuring slides, bouncy castles and more.
Meanwhile, Ryze in Kirkton has a large indoor trampoline park and ninja obstacle course.
- The Courier has approached those behind Funparx Dundee to ask for an interview.
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