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Big Car Play.
Brilliant Little Days Out.

Sit back and take a breather. Merry Mates Play With Cars! brings giant Hotwheels city tracks, ride-ons, RC cars and hands-on fun—popping up at local halls across East Kent. The dream of 1 - 5 year old car lovers. 

Choose a date. Book online. Come and play.

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“An hour of peace, a happy toddler, and not a screen in sight. I call that a parenting miracle—10/10 would recommend.”

Sarah, mum of 2yr old

Find Your Next Play with Cars! Event

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Choose your nearest date and book your tickets online.

Little Car Lovers Don’t Want to Leave.

and parents say

4.9/5.0
Outstanding
"My 2-year-old is mad about anything with wheels, so this was a dream come true for him! He played non-stop. Such a fab morning out, we’ll definitely be back! "

Charlotte M., Canterbury

Why does everyone love Play with Cars!?

 Rev up your child's imagination. This is not your average playgroup.

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Buckle up for screen-free, high-engagement fun! Zoom through giant Hot Wheels cities, race on wild tracks, and explore our ever-changing action setups.

👶 Baby-safe soft zone with bright cars
🏎️ Ride-ons, RC stunt cars & a mini rollercoaster
🤝 Make new friends while they race, roll & explore

There is too much to list here. This isn’t soft play. It’s full-throttle fun for car-loving kids — and their grown-ups! 
Click here to read about how playing with cars helps your child develop

BIRTHDAYS & EVENTS BY MERRY MATES

Big Birthdays for Little Car Lovers.

From that 'Hot Wheels' Party to the Mega Ride Ons Party, and the soon-to-come racing party! We'll help elevate your little one's birthday several notches.

NEW BIRTHDAY EXPERIENCE · AGES 2 - 4 

They'll never stop talking about this.
And neither will other parents!

Our next electrifying birthday experience for car-loving children is here. It's an all-out riding-and-driving adventure, supersized compared to what you've seen in Play With Cars! Check availability for your little ones ultimate Ride On Birthday Party today.​

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THE ORIGINAL PLAY WITH CARS! BIRTHDAY - AGES 2 - 5

East Kent’s “Hot Wheels” Birthday That Everyone Talks About

The birthday version of Play with Cars! Fill their birthday with the tracks, ride-ons and car play they already love. You choose their favourites; we deliver, set everything up and pack it away after 90 minutes of hands-on fun at your venue.

NEW BIRTHDAY EXPERIENCE · AGES 4–8

They Love Play with Cars!
Now Give Them Their Own Race Day.

Merry Mates Race Go Karts is our fully hosted birthday experience for children aged 4–8. We bring the karts, build the indoor circuit and run Race Go-Karts Day—with your child at the centre of it all.

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SOMETHING BIG IS COMING TO MERRY MATES

 

Your little one loves Play with Cars!... But what comes next?

 

🏁 Merry Mates is launching something BRAND NEW for ages 4 - 8.

 

Electric. Fast. Supervised. Unforgettable.

Launching Shortly| East Kent

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More information on our different playgroups

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At Merry Mates, we bring the fun right to you.

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  • Perfect for children aged 6 months to 6 years, blending fun, learning, and social interaction.
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  • Unique themed activities, set-ups and adventures that kids will love.
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  • Safe, welcoming environments that bring joy to children and parents alike.
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  • Stress-free for parents — just relax, have fun, get to know other families near you,  let us handle the details!
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  • Expertly crafted by superstar educator - Dee Coutinho, with 15+ years of experience
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Merry Mates Get Messy!

Watch your child explore, create, and learn through the Merry Mates Get Messy! Sensory play done the fun way!
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Dive into a world of wonder with our Messy Play, sometimes called Sensory Play playgroups, where each Get Messy play session near you offers a fresh, exciting adventure! Imagine your little one exploring multiple stations filled with water, sand, slime, and clay, or getting hands-on with finger painting and chalk — all designed around captivating themes like seasons, holidays, and beloved characters. Our sensory play classes provide a free-flowing environment where babies and toddlers can move and explore at their own pace, discovering the joy of getting messy while learning through touch and creativity. Best of all, you can leave the cleanup to us—just bring your child and watch their imagination soar!
Click Here to read about the benefits of Messy Play/Sensory Play

Love what you see? Share the joy—spread the word about Merry Mates with fellow parents and let the fun begin!

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