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SOUTHSEA PLAY CAFE
Elly Hughes
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Southsea Play Cafe has already become a celebrated addition to our town, run by two fantastic mums who truly understand the value in being able to enjoy a cup of coffee while it’s still hot!
Independent businesses are at the heart of everything the cafe does, with merchandise available from Craft & Tonic, Wooden Wife, Rainbow Child, Home Spa, All Better Club, Edith & Blanche and Mumma’s Little Cub.
Toddlers and young children can fully immerse themselves in exciting role play activities in the scaleddown Southsea shops; from having a pamper at Hair Junction or Baker Miller Nails to serving up some healthy treats at #PositiveEats; there’s even the option to get into construction with Yard Boiz, or pop on a wash at Southsea Laundry Co.
I love that Southsea Play Cafe has built an environment that creates the positive narrative that a child can do, or be, whatever they choose, with the right tools and a little imagination.
MONTESSORI-INSPIRED PLAY
Open-ended play is a fantastic way for children to develop all-important life skills in a leisurely way, this is highlighted in a number of facilities across the cafe, including a baby sensory room, a cosy corner with wooden toys, and climbing frames. There are also plenty of books if you fancy a snuggle and a read on one of the comfortable sofas.
Supporting Parents And Caregivers
With an eclectic mix of parental education and wellbeing classes taking place throughout the year, Southsea Play Cafe is fast becoming a hub for caregivers to tap into the abundance of local resources, from breastfeeding support to hypnobirthing and child first aid, with plenty more planned for the future.
Healthy Eating
The narrative of supporting local businesses extends into the food and drink on offer, with a delicious menu bursting with seasonal, healthy light bites and snacks, including a selection of cakes from local bakeries, and coffee provided by Broadway Coffee Roasters.
The inclusive menu also considers those with allergies and dietary requirements, with plenty of vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options.
It has become a firm favourite for us as a family, and I believe it will continue to be an amazing lifeline for many new, and existing, parents across Southsea and beyond.
Southsea Play Cafe can be found at 71 Osbourne Street and is open 8.30am - 4pm Tuesday to Friday and 10am - 3pm on weekends. Prices range from £1-£6 for a onehour slot.
