Terms & Conditions

Terms & Conditions HOBBLEDOWN HEATH

 

  1. Company Details 
  1. Ticket Purchase Terms & Conditions
    • a. Terms and Conditions of Entry  
    • b. Rules of Play 
  1. Annual Passes 
    • a. Escapade 
    • b. Individual Attraction 
      • i. Hobbledown Heath 
  1. Gift Vouchers 
    • a. Individual Attractions 
    • b. Escapade 
  1. Animal Experiences 
  1. Parties 
  1. Schools 
  1. COMPANY DETAILS 

 

Hobbledown Heath is owned and operated by the Escapade Group (‘we’, ‘us’ and ‘our’) 

trading as: Hobbledown West London Ltd Company Registration No:09446438 

You can contact us in writing at: Escapade Group Head Office, Hobbledown, Horton Lane, Epsom KT19 8PT 

The attraction address is: Staines Road, Hounslow TW14 OTT, 0203 885 0074, hounslowinfo@hobbledown.com 

Your access to and use of www.hobbledown.com/Heath/ (“the Website”) is subject exclusively to these Terms and Conditions.  

Please read these Terms carefully before buying a ticket to Hobbledown Heath.

2. TICKET PURCHASE TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

 

By buying a Ticket you agree to be bound by these Ticket Purchase Terms and Conditions (and the bespoke terms associated with purchase of products like Annual Pass, Animal Experiences, parties and schools) along with our Terms and Conditions of Entry and Rules of Play. 

Tickets are non-transferable, non-exchangeable, void if altered and save, as expressly set out in the Terms non-refundable.  

All persons entering Hobbledown Heath must pay for admission and/or hold a valid Ticket or Annual Pass which has been obtained from Hobbledown Heath or an authorised third party.   

A Ticket must be used by the same person during it’s period of validity. Selected special events may require an additional ticket purchase. 

Hobbledown Heath reserves the right to deny admission, or to require a person already admitted to leave Hobbledown Heath without refund or compensation, for failure to comply with any of the Hobbledown Heath rules, for unsafe, illegal or offensive behaviour, to ensure safety, security or order, or if we consider that the circumstances so require.   

If Tickets are bought on behalf of other visitors (for example, Parties, Schools or Group bookings), the buyer accepts these Terms on behalf of every visitor and shall ensure that these Terms are notified to and followed by each person in the group. 

For the purpose of entry to Hobbledown Heath attraction the following definitions apply and proof of age may be required: 

- A Toddler is any child under two (2) years old  

- A Child is 24months + 

- A Concession is 65 years+ 

There is no child-only entry to Hobbledown Heath. 

Adult only entry is permitted for animal experiences at Hobbledown Heath. 

Active Supervision and Definition of a ‘Responsible Person’ 

At The Escapade Group, we want all our guests to have a safe and enjoyable experience with us. To ensure everyone is clear on their responsibilities, we kindly ask that you familiarise yourself with the below. By entering our venues, you agree to follow the guidelines in place to maintain a welcoming and secure environment for everyone. These terms outline your responsibilities as a guest, including safety measures, respectful conduct, and compliance with venue policies. 

Active Supervision 

  • Active supervision is the continuous and attentive monitoring of children by a Responsible Person to ensure their safety and well-being. This involves being physically present, actively engaged, and ready to intervene when necessary. Simply being in the same area is not enough—Responsible Persons must observe, anticipate risks, and guide children’s behaviour to prevent accidents or harm. 

Who is a defined as a Responsible Person 

  • A Responsible Person is someone who is legally and practically capable of supervising a child and acting on their behalf to safeguard their welfare. This includes: 

  • Parents and legal guardians – Individuals with direct responsibility for the child’s care and well-being. 

  • Designated caregivers – Adults specifically assigned to supervise, such as teachers, group leaders, or childminders. 

  • Responsible family members – Older siblings or relatives (typically aged 16 or over) who have been entrusted with supervision and can act in the child's best interest. 

  • A Responsible Person must be capable of enforcing safety rules, recognising risks, and taking appropriate action in an emergency. In all environments, especially those with play equipment, water features, or other potential hazards, active supervision is essential to safeguarding children’s welfare and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. 

Children at Play 

  • The Responsible Person must supervise and observe the children in their care to ensure they can use the equipment safely, as we are not aware of their individual needs and abilities. Please explain the rules of play to the children and actively monitor their behaviour throughout their time at the venue. 

  • Children must be directly and actively supervised by a Responsible Person at all times whilst at Hobbledown Heath and it is the responsibility of the supervising Adult to ensure that their children are always following the Rules of Play 

  • The minimum ratio of Responsible Person/s to children is 1 to 5 children/juniors. This ratio includes 13-17 year olds who are not permitted on the equipment. 

 

  • Tickets purchased online may not be used in conjunction with any other special offer or promotion. 

  • Following the purchase of an online ticket no refunds can be given, and you cannot cancel your tickets or resell them. 

  • Any discounts or offers online are available for limited quantities and periods only and shall not be available on bookings made in person on the day of visit. 

  • Entry to the Attraction is only permissible when the ticket is printed out or the Booking Reference Number is given. 

  • All persons covered by the online ticket must enter the Attraction at the same time. 

  • Tickets purchased online are only valid for the date for which they were purchased.  
    Should they be used on dates other than that for which they were purchased, Hobbledown Heath reserve the right to refuse entry or charge our current rebooking fee. 

  • A booking fee will be added to your transaction. 

  • Disabled visitors are required to pay the full general admission rate. They can bring a free Responsible Person as a carer. Evidence of DLA/PIP payments, an Access Card, a National Disability Card or Carers Card, or a valid Blue Badge dated within the last 12 months must be provided at the entrance to our team to qualify for the free carer.  You will be provided with the free carer ticket on arrival subject to your eligibility being confirmed. 

  • In extenuating circumstances tickets can be postponed, subject up to a maximum of 6 months from the original date; subject to the reschedule fee being paid.  

Day Ticket Upgrade Offer For Annual Pass Purchases 

  • Hobbledown Heath tickets can be upgraded to purchase an Annual Pass within 7 days of your day visit. Just login to your online Account with the day visit order number and you can upgrade to an Annual Pass of your choice. Alternatively, you can ask a Team member on your day of visit or by calling our Call Centre. 

  • Please be aware that the upgrade of day tickets is only against the same number of Annual Passes as tickets purchased and this is not valid for Direct Debit Annual Passes.   

  • Tickets that were purchased online via Third Parties, or bought using Promotional Offers or Tesco Clubcard Vouchers are not eligible for the Day Ticket Upgrade offer. 

Your commitment to us 

  • For all payments made via this Website, Hobbledown Heath will be the responsible contractual party.  When you confirm your purchase, you are accepting that these Terms and Conditions form the basis of any contract between Hobbledown Heath and yourself. A binding contract between us comes into existence when the final page of the booking confirmation gives you a booking reference. No contract exists between you and Hobbledown Heath for the sale of any tickets until we have received payment in full (with the exception of Parties and Schools Visits).  

  • This contract and all matters rising out of it are governed by English Law. 

Prices 

  • The description and price of your order will be shown on the Hobbledown Heath Website at the time you place your order. Prices are in £ Sterling and inclusive of any applicable taxes. We reserve the right to change the prices displayed on the Website without notice. We accept most major credit and debit cards (excluding American Express), in partnership with our payment gateway. 

  • Unless stated otherwise, ticket pricing is as advertised.  

  • In the case of system errors, we reserve the right to cancel tickets or ask guests to pay the remaining balance for any products that were sold at an erroneous price. The contract maybe withdrawn in the event of such a system error, which was obvious or known to the customer. 

 

WEBSITE TERMS OF USE  

You will not use the Website for any purpose that is unlawful or prohibited by these Terms and Conditions. By using the Website, you are fully accepting the terms, conditions and disclaimers contained in this notice. If you do not accept these Terms and Conditions, you must immediately stop using the Website. 

ADVICE 

The contents of the Website do not constitute advice and should not be relied upon in making or refraining from making, any decision. 

www.Hobbledown.com/Heath reserves the right to: change or remove (temporarily or permanently) the Website or any part of it without notice and you confirm that Hobbledown/Heath shall not be liable to you for any such change or removal; and change these Terms and Conditions at any time, and your continued use of the Website following any changes shall be deemed to be your acceptance of such change. 

LINKS TO THIRD PARTY WEBSITES  

The Website may include links to third party Websites that are controlled and maintained by others. Any link to other Websites is not an endorsement of such Websites and you acknowledge and agree that we are not responsible for the content or availability of any such Websites. 

COPYRIGHT  

All copyright, trademarks and all other intellectual property rights in the Website and its content (including without limitation the Website design, text, graphics and all software and source codes connected with the Website) are owned by or licensed to Hobbledown Heath or otherwise used by Hobbledown.com as permitted by law. 

In accessing the Website, you agree that you will access the content solely for your personal, non-commercial use. None of the content maybe downloaded, copied, reproduced, transmitted, stored, sold or distributed without the prior written consent of the copyright holder. This excludes the downloading, copying and/or printing of pages of the Website for personal, non-commercial home use only 

DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY 

The Website is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis without any representation or endorsement made and without warranty of any kind whether express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of satisfactory quality, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, compatibility, security and accuracy. 

To the extent permitted by law, Hobbledown Heath will not be liable for any indirect or consequential loss or damage whatever (including without limitation loss of business, opportunity, data, profits) arising out of or in connection with the use of the Website. 

Hobbledown Heathmakes no warranty that the functionality of the Website will be uninterrupted or error free, that defects will be corrected or that the Website or the server that makes it available are free of viruses or anything else which may be harmful or destructive. 

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions shall be construed so as to exclude or limit the liability of Heath for death or personal injury as a result of the negligence of Hobbledown Heath or that of its employees or agents. 

Limitation of Liability 

Hobbledown Heath’s total liability for in contract, tort (including negligence or breach of statutory duty), misrepresentation, restitution or otherwise, arising in connection with the performance or contemplated performance of this agreement shall be limited to the price paid for the goods. The limitation on any exclusion from liability contained in these conditions shall be subject to the provisions of second 2(1) of the Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977. Hobbledown Heath will not be liable in any amount for failure to perform any obligation under this agreement if such failure is caused by the occurrence of any unseen event beyond its reasonable control including without limitation Internet and Communication outages, fire, flood, war or act of God (Covid/Ecoli). 

In the event that you have purchased your Ticket as part of other services from a third party, that third party supplier’s individual liability will be set out in their own terms and conditions.  You may request from the supplier directly copies of any relevant terms and conditions.  For the avoidance of doubt, we do not accept liability for acts or omissions by you or any person(s) on behalf of whom you have placed a booking or unconnected third parties or suppliers of services which do not form part of the contract between you and us. 

INDEMNITY 

You agree to indemnify and hold Hobbledown Heath and its employees and agents harmless from and against all liabilities, legal fees, damages, losses, costs and other expenses in relation to any claims or actions brought against Hobbledown Heath arising out of any breach by you of these Terms and Conditions or other liabilities arising out of your use of this Website. 

SEVERANCE 

If any of these Terms and Conditions should be determined to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable for any reason by any court of competent jurisdiction then such Term or Condition shall be severed and the remaining Terms and Conditions shall survive and remain in full force and effect and continue to be binding and enforceable. 

GOVERNING LAW 

These Terms and Conditions and contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the law of England and you hereby submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts. 

 

We have the right to revise and amend these Terms from time to time by notifying you or placing updated Terms on this Website.  You will be subject to the Terms in force at the time that you bought Tickets to Hobbledown Heath (unless otherwise notified in writing).  

We may transfer our rights and obligations under these Terms to another organisation, and we will always notify you in writing if this happens, but this will not affect your rights or our obligations under these Terms. 

You may not transfer your rights or your obligations under these Terms to another person.  

This contract is between you and us. No other person shall have any rights to enforce any of its terms. 

Each of the paragraphs of these Terms operates separately. If any court or relevant authority decides that any of them are unlawful, the remaining paragraphs will remain in full force and effect.

2a TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY INTO HOBBLEDOWN HEATH 

HEALTH & SAFETY 

  • The nature of our attraction means that there will be areas of the parks with uneven, cobbled surfaces and staircases of various widths, so care must be taken when moving around the parks and grounds. 

Supervision of Children and Vulnerable Persons 

  • Children must be actively supervised by a Responsible Person at all times

  • Active supervision is the continuous and attentive monitoring of children by a Responsible Person to ensure their safety and well-being. This involves being physically present, actively engaged, and ready to intervene when necessary. Simply being in the same area is not enough—Responsible Persons must observe, anticipate risks, and guide children’s behaviour to prevent accidents or harm. 

  • A Responsible Person is someone who is legally and practically capable of supervising a child and acting on their behalf to safeguard their welfare. This includes: 

  • Parents and legal guardians – Individuals with direct responsibility for the child’s care and well-being. 

  • Designated caregivers – Adults specifically assigned to supervise, such as teachers, group leaders, or childminders. 

  • Responsible family members – Older siblings or relatives (typically aged 16 or over) who have been entrusted with supervision and can act in the child's best interest. 

  • A Responsible Person must be capable of enforcing safety rules, recognising risks, and taking appropriate action in an emergency. In all environments, especially those with play equipment, water features, or other potential hazards, active supervision is essential to safeguarding children’s welfare and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. 

  •  Anyone found not to be supervising children in their care will be asked to leave the attraction and will not be entitled to a refund. 

  • Groups, including School and Youth Groups, must ensure designated leaders are actively supervising their members. 

  • Regardless of their age, children visiting Hobbledown Heath with their Responsible Person must be accompanied and actively supervised by their Responsible Person at all times. The Responsible Person must supervise and observe the children in their care to ensure they can use the equipment safely, as we are not aware of their individual needs and abilities. Please explain the rules of play to the children and actively monitor their behaviour throughout their time at the venue.  

Personal Responsibility and Conduct 

  • Visitors are expected to behave responsibly and considerately towards others. Any behaviour deemed dangerous or disruptive, including physical violence, verbal abuse, or inappropriate language, will result in removal from the premises without a refund, our company operates a Zero Tolerance Policy. 

  • Please follow all instructions provided by our staff and signage, as these are in place to protect you and others. 

  • For the comfort and well-being of other guests and our staff, unwell children should not attend our attractions; tickets can be postponed subject to a rebooking fee and rearranged for an alternative date. 

Dress appropriately

  • Sensible nonslip closed-toe fitted footwear is advised for all guests. Secure trainers with a good grip are recommended. Some attractions have specific footwear requirements including not wearing crocs, sliders, sandals, or high heels, it is your responsibility to check at the point of booking attraction-specific requirements failure to do so will result in not being able to participate, and no refunds will be issued for guests arriving with the incorrect footwear or dress. 

Restricted Areas 

  • Some areas of the attraction are restricted for safety reasons. Please respect all barriers, signs, and instructions marking these areas. 

  • Access to restricted areas is limited to authorised personnel only. 

Use of Equipment and Facilities 

  • Equipment and facilities should only be used as instructed by signage or staff members. Misuse of equipment can result in injury. 

  • All age, height, weight, and health restrictions posted for certain attractions must be strictly observed. Non-compliance may result in restricted access to the attraction without a refund. 

  • Observe children within your care to ensure that they are capable of using the equipment safely, as we cannot know the individual needs and abilities of your child. 

Prohibited Items and Substances 

  • To prevent offensive weapons or dangerous articles from being taken into Hobbledown Heath visitors are admitted to Hobbledown Heath subject to a condition that, if requested to do so, they will allow themselves and/or their belongings to be searched.  For the avoidance of doubt, it is prohibited to bring into Hobbledown Heath any weapons, fireworks, smoke bombs, glass bottles or other articles, which may cause injury. The throwing of any article which could cause injury or affect the enjoyment of other visitors is strictly prohibited. Dangerous items, such as weapons or hazardous substances, are strictly prohibited. 

  • Alcohol and drug use are not permitted. Visitors under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be denied entry or asked to leave without refund. 

Assumption of Risk 

  • By entering, you acknowledge that certain attractions involve inherent risks. Although we work hard to minimise these, visitors participate at their own risk. 

Reporting Concerns 

  • If you notice any unsafe conditions or behaviours, please notify a staff member immediately. Your cooperation helps us keep the attraction safe for all. 

Compliance with Staff Instructions 

  • All visitors are required to comply promptly with staff instructions to ensure the safety and well-being of all guests and team members. 

No Smoking and Vaping 

  • To maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all guests, The Escapade Group operates a strict No Smoking and Vaping Policy across the premises. This policy applies to all areas, including both indoor and outdoor spaces. Smoking, including the use of electronic cigarettes or vaping devices, is only permitted in clearly marked, designated smoking areas. Please check with a staff member if you need assistance locating these areas. 

Child Safeguarding Policy 

  • Hobbledown Heath is a family attraction, and we are committed to ensuring that, while on Hobbledown Heath premises, any visiting child is able to enjoy themselves in a secure and protected environment, safe from any form of harm or abuse. 

  • We do not knowingly allow anyone to visit Hobbledown Heath who is a convicted child sex offender, or subject to the notification requirements of the Sex Offenders Act 2001, or subject to a Sex Offender Order or a Child Abduction Order for the purposes of the Criminal Justice Act 2007 (as amended) and the Child Abduction and Enforcement of Custody Orders Act 1991 (as amended). 

ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY 

  • The Escapade Group takes it very seriously if a member of our team, contractors or visitors is treated in an abusive or violent way. Our company supports a 'Zero Tolerance' policy. This states that our team, contractors, or others visiting Hobbledown Heath premises should be able to do so without fear of being attacked or abused. 

  • To successfully provide our services, a mutual respect between all the team and visitors must be in place. Our team aim to be polite, helpful, and sensitive to all guests’ individual needs and circumstances. 

  • However, aggressive behaviour, be it violent or abusive, will not be tolerated and may result in person or persons being removed either temporarily or permanently excluded from all Escapade Group Websites. In extreme cases, the police may be contacted. 

Below are example of types of behaviour that would be found unacceptable; this is not an exhaustive list. Our team understand that an upset or distressed person or persons do not always act in a reasonable manner, and will take this into consideration when trying to deal with a misunderstanding or complaint. 

Using bad language or swearing at our team, contractors or other visitors 

Any physical violence towards any member of the team, contractors, or other  guests, such as pushing or shoving. 

Verbal abuse towards our team in any form including verbally insulting the staff 

Racial abuse and sexual harassment 

Persistent or unrealistic demands that cause stress to team will not be accepted. Requests will be met wherever possible, and explanations given when they cannot. 

Causing damage/stealing from the company premises 

Being under the influence of drugs or alcohol 

Failing to follow reasonable instructions given by our team, to safeguard the welfare of person or persons 

Acting in any manner that would cause distress or injury to any of our animals. 

We ask you to treat our team and guests courteously at all times. 

PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY 

  • At Hobbledown Heath we may periodically conduct photography and video recording, either by our team or authorised third parties. These recordings may include visitors within the park. Notices regarding such activities will be prominently displayed at the entrance on days when filming or photography is scheduled. 

  • By entering our Website and accepting our terms of service, you grant consent for the use of your likeness in any images or videos captured for the purposes of advertising, promotional materials, and internal documentation. 

  • This consent includes the right to edit, modify, and distribute the materials. You acknowledge that you will not receive any compensation for the use of these images, and all copyrights will remain the exclusive property of Hobbledown Heath or the designated third party conducting the recording. 

  • If you do not wish to appear in photographs or videos, it is your responsibility to notify a member of our team, who will assist in ensuring your exclusion from any footage. 

Personal Photography, Videography & Social Media 

  • Visitors are welcome to take photographs and videos of their own children or guests for your own personal use. We kindly ask that you respect the privacy of others by refraining from capturing images or videos that include other visitors or their children without explicit permission, this includes any Social Media Posts. 

Equipment Restrictions 

  • For the safety and privacy of all guests, the use of GoPro cameras or similar devices is not permitted in indoor areas. 

Drone Usage and Commercial Photography 

  • The use of drones is strictly prohibited on-site.  

Zoonosis  

  • Zoonosis are infections that can spread between animals and humans, simple hygiene measures will help protect you and your family during your visit. Full information is on Zoonosis can be found on our Website. Upon arrival at our attractions, you must familiarise yourself with Zoonosis Safety Information and locations of Handwashing facilities 

Handwashing 

• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after touching animals, feeding them, or coming into contact with animal enclosures or bedding. 

• Hand sanitiser alone is not sufficient after animal contact; please use the handwashing stations provided 

Eating and Drinking 

• Avoid eating or drinking in animal areas. Always wash your hands before eating, drinking, or using food items like bottles, dummies, or toys. 

Keep Personal Items Safe 

• Do not bring items like dummies, toys, or bottles into animal areas, as these can easily become contaminated. 

Supervise Children 

• Ensure children are actively supervised closely and reminded to wash their hands after animal contact and before eating or drinking, before and after playing. 

Stay Safe Around Animals 

• Avoid touching your face, especially your mouth or eyes, while interacting with animals or their environment. 

Parking  

Our parking facilities are managed by a trusted third-party company specialising in parking management across the UK. To use the car park, visitors must purchase a parking ticket either on the site or conveniently through an online platform. Additionally, Pass Holders have the option to purchase a monthly parking pass. Please note that purchasing any parking product implies acceptance of the Parking companies terms and conditions. 

Complaint Handling Policy 

  • We understand that things can go wrong from time to time and do our very best to resolve matters fully on the day. If this hasn't gone to plan, please email us with your complaint to Hobbledown Heath FAO The Manager, hounslowinfo@hobbledown.com within 12 weeks of your visit, complaints received after this date will not be considered for review.  Our management team will review your complaint and will be in touch within 7 days to resolve this for you.  

  • For more complex complaints, we may need a little more time to fully investigate and resolve matters for you, we will endeavour to resolve promptly and will always keep you up to date.  

  • Please provide your name, booking reference number, email address and mobile number as part of your email. 

2b Our Rules of Play  

Family-friendly visitor attraction 

  • A Responsible Person must remain on the premises at all times with the child/children under their care. As we are a family attraction, it is our policy to never permit adult-only OR child-only groups to enter.  

  • The ratio of Responsible Person/s to children is 1 adult to 5 children.  

Keep a watchful eye 

  • Our team will always keep a watchful eye on children as they go about their normal tasks; however, children always remain the full responsibility of the Responsible Person at all times.  

Statement on Active Supervision and Responsible Person 

  • Active supervision is the continuous and attentive monitoring of children by a Responsible Person to ensure their safety and well-being. This involves being physically present, actively engaged, and ready to intervene when necessary. Simply being in the same area is not enough—Responsible Person/s must observe, anticipate risks, and guide children’s behaviour to prevent accidents or harm. A Responsible Person is someone who is legally and practically capable of supervising a child and acting on their behalf to safeguard their welfare. This includes: 

  • Parents and legal guardians – Individuals with direct responsibility for the child’s care and well-being. 

  • Designated caregivers – Adults specifically assigned to supervise, such as teachers, group leaders, or childminders. 

  • Responsible family members – Older siblings or relatives (typically aged 16 or over) who have been entrusted with supervision and can act in the child's best interest. 

  •  A Responsible Person must be capable of enforcing safety rules, recognising risks, and taking appropriate action in an emergency. In all environments, especially those with play equipment, water features, or other potential hazards, active supervision is essential to safeguarding children’s welfare and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. 

Age-friendly 

  • We realise that children of different ages play differently. For everyone’s safety please adhere to all age and height restrictions. 

Neat and Tidy 

  • Litter makes Hobblers sad! Please keep Hobbledown Heath tidy by using the bins provided. 

Ouch! Help! 

  • Please inform us if a member of your party has any sort of accident – one of our trained first aiders should take a look and make a report. We take all accidents seriously. 

No smoking 

  • We have declared Hobbledown Heath a smoke-free attraction; this includes vaping. Please respect this decision, and the children around you. 

Dressed to play 

  • Adventure can sometimes be a little messy, so come dressed for all weathers, and ready to play both indoors and out. We recommend long sleeves, trousers, and trainers suitable for climbing. We also recommend you wear an outfit you don’t mind getting a little scruffy and wet if you're planning on playing outside. 

  • Socks are required for the soft play, zorbs, and bouncing pillows. If you plan on using the High Ropes, wear secure footwear. 

  • High-heels are not recommended for mums (or dads!) since our Website has rustic dirt paths, gravel, cobblestones and grassy fields. 

Helping the little ones 

  • Under-fives must be accompanied by a Responsible Person on all the play frames. We have designed our playframes with ‘one size fits all’ in mind! However, for the safety of the young ones, children over four are not permitted in designated toddler areas. 

Respect our furry friends 

  • Please show respect the animals, and avoid any behaviour which may scare or agitate them - this includes entering or throwing items into animal enclosures. Unless signs indicate otherwise, please do not feed the animals. When using one of our walkthroughs, always stay on the designated path, and wash your hands after exiting. 

Feeling peckish? 

  • You are not permitted to bring your own food or drink into the Hobblings' play barn or party areas; however, we do offer outdoor picnic areas. 

Diamonds are forever 

  • Please always be mindful of any personal items like watches, jewellery, wallets or glasses. We suggest you keep all valuables at home. We cannot accept liability for loss or theft, nor can we be held responsible for loss of or damage to cars in the car park. 

Polite little angels 

  • Excitable children can sometimes forget their P’s and Q’s; at Hobbledown Heath we want everyone to respect each other’s diversity and uniqueness. 

  • Please be mindful of how you and your children interact with those around them. Disrespectful and abusive behaviour towards others - either customers or team members - will result in you being asked to leave. 

Fun but fair play 

  • All our play equipment is designed for maximum fun and has been inspected in line with the requirements set out in BSEN1176:2008. We therefore cannot be held responsible for accidents which occur as a result of playing on our equipment. 

Play and a place to eat 

  • Please don’t allow your children to bring food or drink in the play frames. We keep eating areas separated from the play equipment at Hobbledown Heath for a reason - we want to avoid slips, trips and choking 

3.ANNUAL PASSES 

a. Escapade Annual Pass Terms & Conditions 2025 

We are the Escapade Group Limited trading as: 

  • Kidspace Romford Ltd Company Registration No:5341858 
  • Kidspace Croydon Ltd Company Registration No: 6029871
  • Hobbledown Ltd Company Registration No:07655909
  • Hobbledown West London Ltd Company Registration No:09446438
  • Watermouth Castle Company Reg: 14707147 

You can contact us in writing at: Escapade Group Hobbledown Epsom, Horton Lane, Epsom, KT19 8PT 

If we have to contact you will do using the contact details you provided when you purchase your pass. 

These terms are integral to each Escapade Pass and are independent of any other contract and cannot be varied. 

Purchase and use of an Escapade Pass is in accordance with the regulations of each individual Attraction, copies of which are available on each or can be obtained online at each Attraction Website. 

Please ensure that you are willing to be bound by these regulations before purchasing your Escapade Pass.  

When you place an order for an Escapade Pass on our Website our acceptance of your order will take place when we email you to accept it and receive payment in full, at which point a contract will come into existence between you and us. We will assign a number to your order and will tell you what it is when we accept your order. It will help us if you can tell us the order number whenever you contact us about your order.  

You can contact us within 14 days of entering into this contract (which happens when you purchase your Escapade Pass as described above) to cancel your contract and receive a refund as follows: contact us during the 14 day period with the completed model cancellation form at the end of these Terms or email us during the same period. The Escapade Pass starts immediately after your purchase as requested by you on the Website at the time of purchase (by clicking the relevant box just before payment). If you have used your Escapade Pass during the 14-day cancellation period before contacting us to cancel your Pass, you must pay us the amount proportionate to the value of the services supplied before cancellation. We shall be entitled to set off any such payment you are required to make against the amount to be refunded.  

At the time of purchase you must upload a clear photograph which must be a true likeness of the named holder.  

An Escapade Pass will only be valid when it is used and/or presented by the named holder, it displays a clear photograph which must be a true likeness of the named holder, and it is within the Validity Period (as defined in Term 8). Any use or attempted use of an Escapade Pass in breach of these Terms or the relevant Attraction's regulations will result in the Escapade Pass being revoked without a refund and/or compensation. 

For the avoidance of doubt, pass sharing is a breach of these Terms and any attempted use of an Escapade Pass by someone other than the photographed and named holder, regardless of the reason, will result in access being refused and the Escapade Pass being revoked without a refund and/or compensation.  

1) The Escapade Attractions that are part of the Escapade Pass scheme are: Hobbledown Epsom, Hobbledown Heath, Gripped, Kidspace Croydon, Kidspace Romford and Watermouth Castle. (All of these attractions shall be collectively referred to as "Attractions" and "Attraction" shall be interpreted accordingly). 

2) The price of each Escapade Pass is notified to you before you purchase. Latest information on prices can be found here: https://www.escapadegroup.com/escapade-Annual Pass/ 

3) Escapade Pass fees are paid in full at the time of application by card or cash, unless you have chosen to pay by direct debit.  

4) In all cases, we will not refund Escapade Pass payments. 

5) Under 2s Annual Pass Passes are free, but they need to be registered in their name with their date of birth, if they turn 2 years old during their Annual Pass term this will be pro-rated from the start of the Annual Pass term. 

6) Unless stated otherwise, all Annual Passes are for a period of 12 full calendar months from the date of purchase.  

7) Entrance to any attraction will not be allowed without a valid Escapade Pass. 

8) Subject to Term 8, 9, 10 and 11 an Escapade Pass entitles the holder to admission to the Attractions for a period of 12 months from the date of issue (“Validity Period”) and is subject to the operating calendars of each Attractions. The ʻvalid untilʼ date is displayed on the digital Escapade Pass when issued and Passholders can use their Escapade Pass up to and including the ʻvalid untilʼ date. Please check individual Attraction opening and closing dates on the relevant Attraction's Website and the Escapade Pass restrictions set out at Terms 8, 9, 10 & 11 before your visit. Please note that not all Attractions are open all year. 

9) Escapade in absolute discretion reserves the right to vary the opening and closing dates of the Attractions and or vary limits on the numbers of persons (or of particular categories of persons based on matters including but not limited to what type of pass or entry ticket they may intend to use) allowed to book entry for or to enter any Attraction on any given day/ at any given time, and to close, remove or cancel all or any part of the events or facilities within the Attractions, in each case for any reason including, but not limited to, technical, health and safety, legal, regulatory and/or operational reasons or due to special events or private functions. Any such variation, requirement or other change shall take immediate effect upon its adoption by Escapade. Unless you have exercised your right to cancel your Escapade Pass within 14 days of entering into this contract as described above, the full value or any part of the value of the Escapade Pass will not be refunded nor will any compensation be payable if any of the Attractions become unavailable or if any or part of any of the Attractions are closed or removed from the Escapade pass scheme. Escapade will endeavour to publish relevant information as soon as possible if an Attraction requires advance booking, is operating under capacity restrictions, has reached capacity, has booked out of all or certain categories of entry slots at certain times/ on certain days, is closing or where certain parts of an Attraction becomes unavailable. Passholders are advised to check the Escapade Pass Website: https://www.escapadegroup.com/escapade-Annual Pass/for any cancellations or closures and special events (which may have additional costs) taking place on the relevant date and/or time of their proposed visit. Please note that some Attractions are subject to adverse weather conditions and therefore Passholders are advised to check the relevant Attraction Website before travelling. 

10) Escapade Pass Exclusion Dates this Pass does not allow entry to Kidspace Croydon & Kidspace Romford on the following dates: February Half Term and October half term, exact dates will be presented on the attraction websites. Escapade may, at any time, in its absolute discretion, add any further exclusions which shall be applicable to the Escapade Pass as determined by the Attractions. 

11) Escapade Passholders are required to pre-book their entry in advance using their Escapade Pass Annual Pass Account in order to access the Attraction, otherwise they may not be permitted entry. Once you have purchased your Escapade Annual Pass you will need to create a login online for all six attraction Websites. This will need to be done using the email and first name and last name exactly as used when you bought your Escapade Annual Pass. Escapade Pass Holders  

are able to book ahead into three different sessions per Attraction. Further bookings can be made once a member has attended the Attraction for one of their three initial bookings 

12) The Escapade Pass Benefits – an Escapade Pass offers specified benefits of 20% off F&B and retail across all sites, 15% off Parties, 15% off Animal Experiences (excluding CODA Birds of Prey Experiences & Willows, Watermouth Accommodation) plus discounted rates on our special events. These benefits are subject to availability and change and Escapade in absolute discretion reserves the right to vary these benefits with 30 days notice to Pass holders. A list of the current benefits available can be located here: https://www.escapadegroup.com/escapade-Annual Pass/ 

13) Additional Attraction charges including, but not limited to, parking fees are NOT included in the Escapade Pass. 

14) Please note that all Attraction time slots are subject to availability, and that there may be different allocations of time slots for different categories of customer (eg based on ticket or pass type), so early booking is recommended. Passholders are required to book an available time slot online in your My Annual Pass account.  

15) Escapade Passes are non-transferrable. 

16) All Escapade Passes remain the property of Escapade and can be withdrawn at any time.  

An Escapade Pass will automatically be deemed void and shall be revoked without a refund and/or compensation if sold, loaned or given away or if any attempt is made to sell, loan or give it away. In the absolute discretion of the relevant Attraction, access will be denied to any or all Attractions and the relevant Passholder's pass revoked, if Escapade considers the Passholder to be guilty of (i) fraud or attempted fraud in respect of the Escapade Pass, (ii) misuse of the Escapade Pass (e.g. abuse of the Escapade Pass benefits); and/or (iii) inappropriate conduct. Inappropriate conduct includes, but is not limited to, displaying any sign or visible representation of any kind which is, or could reasonably be judged to be, threatening, abusive or insulting to any member of Escapade staff and/or other members of the public visiting the Attractions, or allowing or assisting a third party to attempt to gain unauthorised or improper access to any Attraction with a Escapade Pass of which they are not the valid holder. For the avoidance of doubt, no refund and/or compensation will be given in such circumstances.  

17) An individual who has their Escapade Pass revoked in accordance with Term 15 shall be prevented from obtaining a replacement Escapade Pass and, in the future, is required to purchase a full price entrance ticket to enter an Attraction and this will be non-refundable. A year after the date an individual has their Escapade Pass revoked, such individual can contact Escapade to purchase a new Escapade Pass and Escapade will assess the revocation or ban at the time. The issue of any new Escapade Pass in accordance with this Term 15 is at the absolute discretion of Escapade and is subject to availability. Customers who are permitted by Escapade to purchase a new Escapade Pass in accordance with this Term 15 shall be required to pay the full purchase price applicable at the time of purchase. 

An Escapade Pass that is discovered to have been purchased through illegal methods (including, but not limited to, the use of fraudulent debit/credit cards) and/or through unauthorised third-party channels, will be revoked without compensation.  

18) The management of the relevant Attraction, acting reasonably, reserves the right to refuse admission, or to refuse to allow pre-booking, at any time and for any reason including, but not being limited to, the Attraction being at full capacity. 

19) An Escapade Pass cannot be used in conjunction with any promotional offer, voucher, advance booking or with any discount incentive. The Passholder is only entitled to the discounts stated in these Terms or such other discounts as made available to Passholders at Escapade’s discretion from time to time. 

Once an Escapade Pass has been purchased, the Passholder can only cancel the Escapade Pass as described above. If you do not exercise your right to cancel within 14 days of entering into this contract as described above, your Escapade Pass is non-refundable. 

20) Escapade is entitled, in its absolute discretion, to change the price payable for its Escapade Pass at any time and for any reason and may from time to time offer pricing or promotional offers for purchasing the Escapade Pass at specific Attractions, online, or through third party channels. Please note that Escapade does not price match the price payable for an Escapade Pass. If Escapade changes the price payable for its Escapade Pass, it will advise Passholders on the Website. For the avoidance of doubt, any changes in pricing will not apply to existing Escapade Passes retrospectively. 

21) Escapade reserves the right to vary these Terms by giving Passholders no less than 30 days' written notice of such variation by using the details provided to Escapade when the Passholder purchased an Escapade Pass and by making a note of such changes available on the terms and conditions page of the Website at https: https://www.escapadegroup.com/escapade-Annual Pass/ so please review the Website periodically for changes. If you do not accept the amended terms, this may affect our ability to provide certain products and services to you. 

22) Adult only entry is permitted at Hobbledown Epsom and Heath for animal experiences only.  

23) There is no Child only entry permitted at Hobbledown Epsom, Heath, Kidspace Croydon and Romford and Watermouth Castle 

24) Visitors under 15 years of age to must be accompanied, at all times, by an individual aged 18 years or over at Gripped  

25) Visitors over 2 years will require a ticket to visit Hobbledown Epsom, Heath Hobbledown Heath and Epsom, Kidspace Croydon and Romford and Watermouth Castle 

26) Children must be directly supervised by a responsible adult at all times whilst at an Attraction and it is the responsibility of the supervising adult to ensure that their children are always following the Rules of Play. Maximum 4 children to one supervising Adult at Kidspace Romford/Kidspace Croydon. Maximum 5 children to one supervising Adult at Hobbledown Epsom/Heath and Watermouth. 

27) Height, weight, age restrictions and medical warnings apply at some Attractions.  

28) Last admission is always three hours before the stated closing time at Gripped and one hour before the stated closing time at all other Attractions. 

29) Each Escapade Pass Holder entry into Hobbledown Epsom or Heath includes a 45 minute session into the indoor play barn. In quieter times, you might not be asked to leave the play barn or park.  Escapade Annual Pass Holders will be restricted to the maximum stay period within the indoor play barn and park with equal priorities to non-Annual Pass pass holders.  

30) When visiting Kidspace an Escapade Annual Pass entitles you to use the facilities at your chosen centre for 2 hours per day (a single timeslot). This must be pre-booked via your online account.  

31) Escapade accepts no liability for loss or damage to customers’ or their children or guests’ property at Attraction premises or in the car park.  

32) At Kidspace Croydon & Romford no food or drink is permitted from outside; only food and drink purchased inside Kidspace can be consumed in Kidspace. 

33) Escapade’s total liability for in contract, tort (including negligence or breach of statutory duty), misrepresentation, restitution or otherwise, arising in connection with the performance or contemplated performance of this agreement shall be limited to the price paid for the goods. The limitation on any exclusion from liability contained in these conditions shall be subject to the provisions of second 2(1) of the Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977. Escapade Ltd will not be liable in any amount for failure to perform any obligation under this agreement if such failure is caused by the occurrence of any unseen event beyond its reasonable control including without limitation Internet and Communication outages, fire, flood, war or act of God. 

Provision of Data and Escapade’s Processing  

In order to implement and manage these Terms and to enable Escapade to comply with its contractual and statutory obligations, Escapade will require to process certain Personal Data relating to each Passholder to include, your name, date of birth, address data, email and contact number and a passport photograph these will be stored in our online ticketing systems, Fusemetrix.  

Each individual will be issued with their own digital Escapade Pass and, for the avoidance of doubt, will be required to supply the details listed above. The purchaser of an Escapade Pass must be 18 years or over (and if purchasing a Escapade Pass on behalf of a minor (under 18s) the purchaser confirms that they are a parent or guardian of the minor and are authorised to share the minor's personal data). 

If a disabled person has purchased an Escapade Pass they are entitled to bring a free Carer, providing documentation demonstrating a disability (for example by producing a doctor's letter setting out the disability, proof of receipt of disability living allowance or a disabled parking badge), that disabled Passholder shall be entitled to a free Carer Escapade Pass ("Carer Pass") which enables them to bring their carer into an Attraction with them at no additional cost. 

Enhanced Pass  

Escapade Pass holders have the opportunity to purchase one Enhanced Pass (EP) to accompany their Annual Pass. This allows a single adult to accompany the child or children on their Annual Pass without the main adult member present. For example an Enhanced Pass may be purchased by a Grandparent who would accompany their grandchildren to the Park without the parent present.  

Only one Enhanced Pass can be purchased per Annual Pass and this needs to be arranged through our Contact Centre on 01372 668942. Should the Enhanced pass Holders and Main Adult pass holders wish to visit together, the EP pass holders will have to pay full admission for the day.  

Direct Debit Terms and Conditions  

All customers paying by Direct Debit agree to an initial term of 12 months.  

Paying by Direct Debit is not possible if adding a free Under 2 to your Annual Pass.  

All customers paying by Direct Debit will be charged for the remaining days in the current month (if applicable) plus one months fees at the start of the contract and this is non-refundable. For example if you takeout Annual Pass on 28th March you would be charged for 4 days remaining in March, plus April’s full month fee, your direct debit would then commence on 28th April for the duration of your pass.  

Escapade will only accept one Direct Debit mandate per family group.  

Your first payment will be a pro-rated amount payable by credit or debit card.  

Failure to make any due payment will result in the Escapade Pass Annual Pass being suspended and access will be denied until all outstanding payment has been made. Any further outstanding account arrears will be payable before reinstatement of any Annual Pass scheme run by Escapade  

Escapade retains the right to recover all outstanding balances.

Cancellation of the Annual Pass is only allowed after the initial 12-month term, cancellation before the initial 12 month term ends, will require payment in full for the period remaining.  

After the 12-month period the Annual Pass will continue until it is no longer required by the member.  

One calendar months’ notice is required in writing to cancel the Annual Pass. The notice period will begin from the first of the month after we receive your notice.  

Pass Holders are also required to cancel their Direct Debit instructions (DDI) with their bank to fully complete the cancellation process.  

Should Escapade choose to discontinue the Annual Pass scheme the member will be notified in writing one month in advance.  

Escapade reserves the right to amend the pricing after the initial year by giving 30 days notice to the Pass Holder. 

Monthly Direct Debits are a full binding contract between Hobbledown and the member and will automatically continue until Escapade are notified otherwise in writing.  

The Management reserves the right to reject any application or withdraw without refund, any Annual Pass in the event of failure to comply with the Terms and Conditions of Annual Pass and the Rules of Play.  

Annual Pass Switch 

You can choose to switch to an Escapade Pass if you currently hold an individual Escapade Group Attraction Annual Pass.  

If you paid in full at the time of purchase of your current Annual Pass, please contact the Contact Centre on 01372 668942 where the Team will work out a pro-rated price to switch your Annual Pass to an Escapade Pass and subject to your acceptance of these Escapade Pass Terms and Conditions and full payment of the price difference, your Annual Pass can be switched. 

If you currently pay by monthly Direct Debit for an Individual Attraction Pass, please contact the Contact Centre on 01372 668942   where the Team can arrange to purchase a new Escapade Pass – this will require you to cancel your existing Pass & at the same time purchase a new Escapade Pass which is subject to your acceptance of these Escapade Pass Terms and Conditions and will commence from the date of purchase for a minimum period of 12 months in accordance with the Direct Debit Terms above. 

3b) HOBBLEDOWN HEATH ANNUAL PASS 

i. Terms and conditions of Hobbledown Heath Annual Pass Holders 

Pass Types: 

  • Termtime: Visit anytime from Monday to Friday during term time. Entry not permitted during Bank Holidays, weekends or school holidays 

  • Standard Annual Pass will let you visit year-round, with some exclusions on all Bank Holidays, half terms & specified weekends. For Standard Annual Passes, the excluded Half Term and Selected Weekend Dates in 2025 are:15.02.25 - 23.02.25, 19.04.25, 21.04.25, 05.05.25, 24.05.25 - 01.06.25, 23.10.25 - 01.11.25 

  • Anytime Annual Pass lets you visit us absolutely anytime we're open! Includes weekends, school holidays and half terms, and bank holidays. Plus at Hobbledown Heath- free access to the Net Park. 

All Pass types include the following benefits:

- 20% discount on food, drink & retail  

- 15% off Parties 

- 15% off Animal Experiences (excluding Coda/ Willows Birds of Prey Experiences) 

- Discounted rates on our special events happening throughout the year 

 

These terms and conditions apply at all times 

We may change, at any time, our terms and conditions and any rules relevant to how we run the park. These terms and conditions replace any previous version. 

Unless stated otherwise, all Annual Passs are for a period of 12 full calendar months from the date of purchase. 

All Pass Holders are required to add a photo to their pass 

Under 2s are free, but you will still need to register a pass in their name with their date of birth. 

Each person visiting the park will need their own Annual Pass 

Each entry into Hobbledown includes a 45 minute session into the indoor play barn. In quieter times, you might not be asked to leave the play barn or park.  Annual Pass Holders will be restricted to the maximum stay period within the indoor play barn and park with equal priorities to non-Annual Pass pass holders. 

Pass Holders are only able to book three sessions at one time. Another booking can be made once a member has attended the Park for one of their three initial bookings. 

An Annual Pass gives you unlimited pre-booked access to Hobbledown during advertised opening hours, which are subject to change.  

Entrance to Hobbledown will not be allowed without a valid Annual Pass. 

Any change of address and account details must be updated in the Annual Pass Holders Portal. 

Annual Pass fees are paid in full at the time of application by card, unless you have chosen to pay by direct debit. 

In all cases, we will not refund Annual Pass payments. 

Annual Passes are non-transferable. Any misuse of the pass (including another person using your card) will result in confiscation without compensation and refused entry for that person. 

We accept no liability for loss or damage to customers’ or their children or guests’ property on our premises or in the car park. 

To protect all our customers, children and guests’ safety, any person visiting or using Hobbledown otherwise being on the premises must always follow the Rules of Play, pay particular attention to all notices and signs relevant to health and safety.  If you do not understand a notice or sign, please ask one of our team members. 

Facilities are available on a ‘first come, first served’ basis and we are not responsible if any piece of equipment, facility or service becomes temporarily unavailable, when due to another member of the paying public using them or the maximum levels in facilities or services have been reached (as set out in health and safety regulations). 

If we are forced to close fully due to circumstances beyond our control, we cannot guarantee Annual Passes will be extended or monies refunded, however this can be reviewed depending on the circumstances. 

Management reserves the right to refuse entry and revoke an Annual Pass at any time without refund. 

Last admission is always one hour before the stated closing time. 

We require each member to have a full, clear image of their face attached to their pass. If this is not fulfilled, Pass Holders may be denied entry. 

Enhanced Passes 

Passholders have the opportunity to purchase one Enhanced Pass (EP) to accompany an Anytime or Escapade Annual Passes ONLY. This allows a single adult to accompany the child or children on their Annual Pass without the main adult member present. For example an Enhanced Pass may be purchased by a Grandparent who would accompany their grandchildren to the Park without the parent present. 

Only one Enhanced Pass can be purchased per Annual Pass. Should the Enhanced Pass Holders and Main Adult Pass Holders wish to visit together, the EP Pass Holders will have to pay full admission for the day. 

Direct Debit Conditions – In addition to the T&Cs above 

All customers paying by direct debit agree to an initial term of 12 months. 

Hobbledown will only accept one direct debit mandate per family group. 

Your first payment will be a pro-rated amount payable by credit or debit card. 

Gift vouchers cannot be used against Direct Debit Annual Passes 

Failure to make any due payment will result in the Annual Pass being suspended and access will be denied until all outstanding payment has been made. Any further outstanding account arrears will be payable before reinstatement of any Annual Pass scheme run by Hobbledown. 

Hobbledown retains the right to recover all outstanding balances. 

Cancellation of the Annual Pass is only allowed after the initial 12 month term, cancellation before the initial 12 month term ends, will require payment in full for the period remaining. 

After the 12 month period the Annual Pass will continue until it is no longer required by the member. 

Any increases in pricing to the Annual Pass after the initial 12 months will be communicated to Pass Holders with a 30 day notice period and can be conducted at any time of year. 

One calendar months’ notice is required in writing to cancel the Annual Pass. The notice period will begin from the first of the month after we receive your notice. 

Pass Holders are also required to cancel their direct debit instructions (DDI) with their bank to fully complete the cancellation process. 

Should Hobbledown choose to discontinue the Annual Pass scheme the member will be notified in writing one month in advance. 

Monthly Direct Debits are a full binding contract between Hobbledown and the member and will automatically continue until Hobbledown are notified otherwise in writing. 

The Management reserves the right to reject any application or withdraw without refund, any Annual Pass in the event of failure to comply with the Terms and Conditions of Annual Pass and the Rules of Play. 

4. Gift Vouchers 

4a) HOBBLEDOWN HEATH GIFT VOUCHERS 

Hobbledown Heath Gift vouchers cannot be purchased using a gift voucher as a form of payment.  

Hobbledown Heath Gift vouchers are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for cash.  

Hobbledown Heath Gift Vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.    

Hobbledown Heath Gift Vouchers cannot be extended beyond their expiry date.  

Hobbledown Heath Gift vouchers are valid for use from the date of purchase against the purchase of day tickets, party bookings, animal experiences (excluding Birds of Prey Experiences at Hobbledown Heath or Heath) and Annual Passes (with the exception of Direct Debit Annual Pass) at any Escapade Attraction (Hobbledown Heath, Hobbledown Heath, Gripped, Kidspace Croydon, Kidspace Romford and Watermouth Castle).  

Hobbledown Heath Gift Vouchers cannot be used against bookings you have already made and paid for. Outstanding party balances can be settled with an Escapade Gift Voucher  

Hobbledown Heath Gift Vouchers are NOT valid for use against Birds of Prey experiences 

• Hobbledown Heath Gift Vouchers are not valid against food and beverage purchases. 

Hobbledown Heath Gift vouchers cannot be used to purchase further Gift Vouchers.  

Hobbledown Heath Gift vouchers cannot be used against Direct Debit Annual Passs. 

We reserve the right to withdraw the Hobbledown Heath Gift Voucher without refund for misuse of the voucher or breach of terms and conditions.  

We reserve the right to amend the Hobbledown Heath Gift Voucher terms and conditions from time to time, where we consider it reasonable and necessary to do so. 

 

4b) ESCAPADE GIFT VOUCHER T&Cs 

Escapade Gift vouchers cannot be purchased using a gift voucher as a form of payment.  

Escapade Gift vouchers are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for cash.  

Escapade Gift Vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.    

Escapade Gift Vouchers cannot be extended beyond their expiry date.  

Escapade Gift vouchers are valid for use from the date of purchase against the purchase of day tickets, party bookings, animal experiences (excluding Birds of Prey Experiences at Hobbledown Heath or Heath) and Annual Passes (except Direct Debit Annual Passs) at any Escapade Attraction (Hobbledown Heath, Hobbledown Heath, Gripped, Kidspace Croydon, Kidspace Romford and Watermouth Castle).  

Escapade Gift Vouchers cannot be used against bookings you have already made and paid for. Outstanding party balances can be settled with an Escapade Gift Voucher  

Escapade Gift Vouchers are NOT valid for use against Birds of Prey experiences or for Watermouth Accommodation Bookings.  

Escapade Gift vouchers cannot be used to purchase further Gift Vouchers.  

• Gift Vouchers are not valid against food and beverage purchases. 

Escapade Gift vouchers cannot be used against Direct Debit Annual Passes. 

We reserve the right to withdraw the Escapade Gift Voucher without refund for misuse of the voucher or breach of terms and conditions.  

We reserve the right to amend the Escapade Gift Voucher terms and conditions from time to time, where we consider it reasonable and necessary to do so. 

5. ANIMAL EXPERIENCES – HOBBLEDOWN HEATH 
 

BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS & WAIVER 

Note: Animal Experiences differ in days that experience is offered, times offered and have different age restrictions. Please consult the product description and your booking confirmation email for the date and time of your experience and ensure the experience you have booked is suitable for the age of the participant. 

Age restrictions may apply, depending on the experience for H&S purposes.  

Disclaimers must be read and signed prior to the experience. 

Participants may be provided Nitrile gloves and will be required to wash their hands following the experiences 

Anyone entering Hobbledown Heath must have a valid entry ticket. If you are accompanying someone doing an animal experience but are not participating, you must still hold your own general admission ticket.  Carers’s will need to purchase an experience ticket if they wish to take part in the animal experience.

T&Cs subject to change 

Hobbledown Heath reserves the right to alter the experience or cancel at short notice. The booking holder (participant) will be notified of any changes or cancellations as early as possible. 

The booking is only valid for the named recipient/s. 

Bookings are non-refundable or transferable. 

Proximity and contact with the animals is at the animal host/ instructor’s discretion 

The experience is implemented on a strict time scale. Should you arrive late without prior notice the booking maybe cancelled or shortened. 

The participant must inform Hobbledown Heath/Heath of any medical conditions, or any known allergies. 

If a participant is behaving in a way which is detrimental to Hobbledown Heath’s policies and guidelines we reserve the right to remove the booking holder (participant) from the premises without a refund. 

A booking is only secured once full payment has been received. 

Hobbledown Heath has a no smoking policy. 

Please do not eat or drink any foods intended for the animals. 

In the event of an emergency please follow the instructions of your host/instructor. 

Behind the scenes can be muddy so please wear appropriate clothing for working in all weathers. (To include long trousers and walking boots/wellingtons.) It may be necessary, due to animal husbandry reasons, for participants to use a disinfectant footbath. Please ensure suitable footwear is worn. 

Jewellery should be removed. 

You must not enter an animal enclosure without the presence or authorisation of your host/instructor. 

We are unable to guarantee any specific animals and itineraries as these may need to be altered for animal welfare reasons. 

Hobbledown Heath will not accept responsibility for any person disregarding health and safety guidelines or neglecting to follow safe working practice instruction by its trained animal hosts/instructors. 

Please inform a member of the team of any phobias. 

Photos can be taken however Hobbledown Heath will not be liable for any damage to your device. 

This package is sold as a whole. Substitutes or refunds are not available for any part of the experience. 

PLEASE NOTE: Lemurs are sometimes fed LIVE mealworms during this experience. This is part of their natural diet. 

Insurance 

You are required to bring a copy of photo ID with you on the day of your experience. 

For insurance purposes, all booking holders must be between 6 + years of age and have up to date tetanus vaccination. This experience is for ages of 6 + years. As such, if the participant is under 18, they must be accompanied by an adult (Parent or Guardian) who will be responsible for them at all times. 

You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of reckless or wilful negligence. 

Animal Experiences Health and Safety 

Please bring wellies for the experience, or high-topped boots. 

Please wash your hands before and after the experience. 

Nitrile gloves will be provided. 

** Whilst every effort is made to accommodate everyone, due to the nature of the experience unfortunately, at the present time the experience is not suitable for pregnant guests, mothers who are nursing or guests with immunosuppressant illnesses. This experience may not be suitable for disabilities which impact on motor skills, mobility, or learning difficulties. Please contact us to discuss your individual needs. 

Medical conditions and allergies 

This experience may not be suitable for people with allergies due to the presence of allergens during feed experience, close proximity with various species of animals, their feed, and bedding. If you have any allergies, then you must contact the company prior to attending your experience. We will provide you with all the information to allow you to make an informed decision whether to go ahead with the experience or not. 

We are happy to discuss your requirements and make reasonable adjustments to the experience. The company reserves the right to cancel an experience for Health and Safety reasons as guest safety is our number one priority. 

Zoonotic Diseases 

During your experience you will be coming into direct contact with animals in their environment. It is essential that you fully understand the risks of zoonotic disease, and how you keep yourself and others safe. Animals can carry harmful germs that can spread to people and cause illness – these are known as zoonotic diseases or zoonoses. Zoonotic diseases are caused by harmful germs like viruses, bacterial, parasites, and fungi. These germs can cause many different types of illnesses in people and animals, ranging from mild to serious illness and even death. Animals can sometimes appear healthy even when they are carrying germs that can make people sick, depending on the zoonotic disease, so we always have to assume that all animals carry a zoonotic disease.   

Who is at a higher risk of serious illness from zoonotic diseases?  

Anyone can get sick from a zoonotic disease, including healthy people. However, some people are more at risk than others and should take steps to protect themselves or family members. These people are more likely than others to get really sick, and even die, from infection with certain diseases. These groups of people include: children under the age of 5, adults over the age of 65, people with weakened immune systems, pregnant women. If any of the above apply to you then you may be unable to take part in the experience. 

Zoo Keeper for A Day Health & Safety  

Our Zookeeper experiences are only suitable for children over the age of 6 years and those who are able to understand and comply with the instructions being given to them by the supervising keeper. In the event that a person participating in the zookeeper experience does not comply with the safety instructions being given, the zookeeper experience will be ended on the grounds of safety. During your experience you will be working directly with animals, in their environment and handling their faeces. It is essential that you fully understand the risks of zoonotic disease, and how you keep yourself and others safe. Animals can carry harmful germs that can spread to people and cause illness – these are known as zoonotic diseases or zoonoses. Zoonotic diseases are caused by harmful germs like viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi. These germs can cause many different types of illnesses in people and animals, ranging from mild to serious illness and even death. Animals can sometimes appear healthy even when they are carrying germs that can make people sick, depending on the zoonotic disease, so we always have to assume that all animals are carrying a zoonotic disease. Below you will find more detailed information about zoonotic diseases and how to stay safe during your experience. You will also find the systems we have in place to keep you safe. How do germs spread between animals and people? Because of the close contact between yourself and the animals during your experience it is important to be aware of the common ways people can be infected with germs that can cause zoonotic diseases.

These can include:

  • Direct contact: Coming into contact with the saliva, mucous, blood, urine, faeces, or other bodily fluids of an infected animal. Examples include petting or touching animals, bites or scratches, respiratory aerosol or handling whole prey during food preparation or feeding of meat or meat products.
  • Indirect contact: Coming into contact with areas where animals live and roam, or objects or surfaces that have been contaminated with germs. Examples include aquarium tank water, chicken coops, barns, plants, and soil, as well as pet food and water dishes.
  • Vector-borne: Being bitten by a tick, or an insect like a mosquito or a flea. VS: 002 – Oct 2024 TAH 
  • Foodborne: Eating or drinking something unsafe, such as unpasteurized (raw) milk, undercooked meat or eggs, or raw fruits and vegetables that are contaminated with feaces from an infected animal.
  • Waterborne: Drinking or coming in contact with water that has been contaminated with faeces from an infected animal.
  • Airborne: Inhaling or breathing in of organisms that have been aerosolized from dried faeces or respiratory tract secretions of infected animals such as birds carrying psittacosis.

Sources of contamination during your experience:

  • Bedding
  • Urine or other bodily fluids 
  • Faeces
  • Animal feed including hay/straw, fresh feed and dry feed.
  • Water

Who is at a higher risk of serious illness from zoonotic diseases?

 Anyone can get sick from a zoonotic disease, including healthy people. However, some people are more at risk than others and should take steps to protect themselves or family members. These people are more likely than others to get really sick, and even die, from infection with certain diseases.

These groups of people include: children under the age of 5, adults over the age of 65, people with weakened immune systems, pregnant women. If any of the above apply to you then you will be unable to take part in the experience. Please contact: hounslowinfo@hobbledown.com

Vaccinations

Where possible vaccination is an ideal course to take in preventing the contraction of certain diseases. To take part in an experience you should ideally have current vaccinations up to date of the following: • Hepatitis A and B • Polio • Tetanus • Typhoid • Tuberculosis • Measles, Mumps and Rubella

Hygiene 

Throughout the site there is a plentiful provision of hand washing facilities, these include antibacterial soap, warm running water and either paper towels or hand dryer to dry your hands. You must wash your hands: • Before and after you eat or drink anything • After each animal during your experiences, when changing gloves. • Whenever your hands become dirty. • Before going into guest areas such as the food and beverage areas • Before eating, drinking, smoking / vaping • Before and after you have touched animals, enclosure fences or other surfaces in any animal area. • Before and after going to the toilet. • After going through the animal walkthroughs. • After removing dirty shoes or boots and or footwear covers provided to you during the experience. • Before leaving the animal area or park. This is not an exhaustive list of times that you must wash your hands. If in doubt wash your hands. You will be asked to wear vinyl gloves for the duration of the experience, but this does detract from the importance of washing your hands. Gloves must never be removed using your mouth, if you are needing assistance then ask your supervising keeper. Why must you wash your hands? The most effective method of removing dirt and contamination remains hand washing with soap and running hot and cold, or warm water followed by hand drying. Cleansing wipes or antibacterial gels are not an acceptable substitute for proper hand washing because they will not be effective against some zoonotic diseases. Hand washing prevents the spread of disease to yourself and to others and mitigates the risk of cross-contamination.  

Experiences have age restrictions for H&S purposes. Please ensure the experience you are booking is suitable for the age of the participant. Accompanying guests must pay full admission to enter the site. (Except for the x1 parent or guardian responsible for a child under 18 years of age.) Adult only bookings are permitted for animal experiences at Hobbledown Epsom; child only parties are not permitted at Hobbledown Heath. Experiences are limited to bookings for up to two participants. Any additional participants not booked on the experience will need to pay the normal admission price and will have to be accompanied by a full paying adult. (Of whom is not taking part in the keeper for a day experience.)

Hobbledown Heath reserves the right to alter the experience or cancel at short notice. The booking holder (participant) will be notified of any changes or cancellations as early as possible. The booking is only valid for the named recipient/s. Bookings are non-refundable or transferable.

Proximity and contact with the animals is at the animal host/ instructor’s discretion The experience is implemented on a strict time scale. Should you arrive late without prior notice the booking maybe cancelled or shortened. The participant must inform us of any medical conditions, or any known allergies.

If a participant is behaving in a way which is detrimental to our policies and guidelines we reserve the right to remove the booking holder (participant) from the premises without a refund. A booking is only secured once full payment has been received.

We have a no smoking policy. Please do not eat or drink any foods intended for the animals. In the event of an emergency please follow the instructions of your host/instructor. 

Behind the scenes can be muddy so please wear appropriate clothing for working in all weathers. (To include long trousers and walking boots/wellingtons.) It may be necessary, due to animal husbandry reasons, for participants to use a disinfectant footbath. Please ensure suitable footwear is worn. Jewellery should be removed. 

You must not enter an animal enclosure without the presence or authorisation of your host/instructor. We are unable to guarantee any specific animals and itineraries as these may need to be altered for animal welfare reasons. Bookings must be made within 1 year of the date on the gift booking.

To avoid disappointment please book your preferred date as early as possible, with a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice. Hobbledown will not accept responsibility for any person disregarding health and safety guidelines or neglecting to follow safe working practice instruction by its trained animal hosts/instructors Please inform a member of the team of any phobias. Photos can be taken however Hobbledown Heath will not be liable for any damage to your device.

This package is sold as a whole. Substitutes or refunds are not available for any part of the experience.

You are required to bring a copy of photo ID (unless an annual pass holder) with you on the day of your experience. For insurance purposes, all booking holders must be 6 or over and have up to date tetanus vaccination. This experience is for the ages of 10 + years old and must be accompanied by an adult (Parent or Guardian) who will be responsible for them at all times if under the age of 18. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of reckless or wilful negligence.

It is the participant’s responsibility to ensure all cuts and abrasions are covered prior to commencing the experience.

Please wash your hands at every opportunity.

Whilst every effort is made to accommodate everyone, due to the nature of the experience unfortunately, at the present time the experience is not suitable for pregnant guests, mothers who are nursing or guests with immunosuppressant illnesses. This experience may not be suitable for disabilities which impact on motor skills, mobility, or learning difficulties. Please Contact Us to discuss your individual needs.

This experience may not be suitable for people with allergies due to the presence of allergens during this experience, close proximity with various animals, their feed, and bedding. If you have any allergies, then you must contact the company prior to attending your experience. We will provide you with all the information to allow you to make an informed decision whether to go ahead with the experience or not. We are happy to discuss your requirements and make reasonable adjustments to the experience. The company reserves the right to cancel an experience for Health and Safety reasons as guest safety is our number one priority.

Once the booking has been made we are not able to change the date and the experience is nonrefundable (apart from exceptional circumstances; as deemed so by Hobbledown Heath.) 

Birds of Prey

Please ensure your booked experience is suitable for the age of the participant. Please consult the accompanying Animal Experiences H&S Letter for requirements on appropriate footwear for your booked experience. Please consult your booking confirmation email for the date and time of your booked Animal Experience. 

Cancellation rules 

Once the booking has been made, we are not able to change the date and the experience is non-refundable (apart from exceptional circumstances; as deemed so by Hobbledown Heath.) 

Disclaimer

A disclaimer must be signed by the participant or the Parent/Guardian of any participant under 18 before they can take part in an Animal Experience.

6. PARTIES 

HOBBLEDOWN HEATH 

  • A deposit will be taken for the minimum number of children at the point of booking and the full outstanding balance including any additional children/adults or party extras must be paid 5 days prior to the party date. Your party will not go ahead without full payment. Outstanding Party Final balances, if unpaid, will be debited from the account that the deposit was paid, the Friday before your party. Failed payment attempts will need to be settled on arrival to ensure the party goes ahead. 

  • You must include the Birthday child in the booking numbers. 

  • Deposits for parties are non-refundable.  

  • Party payments are non-refundable once final numbers are taken 5 days before.  

  • Up to 3 guest no-shows may be reimbursed by voucher if the party does exceed the minimum number of children.  

  • Vouchers will not be issued if numbers fall below the minimum and only issued on request post party. 

  • Cancellation Policy: Parties cancelled or rescheduled within 48 hours of the party date will be subject to a £50 re-booking fee. Parties rescheduled prior to this will be subject to a £10 re-booking fee. 

  • No more than the maximum number of children permitted for your party theme are attending and you understand the need to ensure suitable numbers of adults to supervise the children. Adults must be aged 18 or over. 

  • Parties are for children aged 12 and under only. 

  • All visitors to Hobbledown Heath are subject to our rules of play, which can be found here. Please read them prior to attending. The party booker is responsible for the supervision of all children within your group at all times whilst at Hobbledown Heath. Should any party guests break our Rules of Play, wilfully damage the play equipment or engage in harmful behaviour with any of the animals, they may be asked to leave with no refund offered or be charged for the damage caused. 

  • The ratio of adults to children is 1 adult to 5 children at Hobbledown 

  • For each fully paid child party guest one adult can attend for free. The Birthday child can have 2 free adults attending. All other attendees must have a ticket purchased in advance.  

  • In compliance with Natasha’s Law (the UK Food Information Amendment) Birthday cakes, cupcakes or party celebration cakes brought into our venues by the party organiser must be either shop bought or baked by a reputable baker/cake maker. By law these suppliers have to supply the allergens information. Unfortunately homemade cakes are not allowed to be brought into birthday parties. It is your responsibility as organiser of the party to ascertain any allergies that your guests may have and take appropriate action. Information required on your cake are below: Name of supplier (if not shop bought) Full ingredients list, with allergenic ingredients emphasised (for example in bold, italics or a different colour). 

  • Party dietary requirements must be shared no later than 5 days prior to the party. 

  • In the party room only Hobbledown Heath food may be consumed. 

 

7. SCHOOLS 

HOBBLEDOWN HEATH 

  • School visits must be booked in advance, Min group size is 15 – max is 30 children per session 

  • School visits are scheduled between 10am – 2pm 

  • All accompanying teachers/adults are complimentary to the number of children within your school group. Please note there is a minimum of 1 Adult per 5 children 

  • Risk Assessment visits are available for Teachers only on off peak days (Mon – Fri) term time only. 

  • All invoices need to be paid in full 14 days before your visit. Bookings will be cancelled 14 days before where payment has not been received.  

  • Cash/Cheque payments are not permitted, all payments are to be made by BACS transfer or debit/credit card 

  • The cancellation of bookings can be honoured up to 4 weeks before the booking date with no charge. 

  • Please note the below charges if cancellations are required closer to the booked date: 

  • Bookings cancelled within 28 days of their booking date - 50% of the invoice amount will be payable. 

  • Bookings cancelled between 14 & 28 days of the booking - 75% of the invoice amount will be payable. 

  • Access to the PlayBarn is available to book at an additional £2 per child. 

 

What are the terms and conditions for my two free raffle tickets?  

Two free raffle vouchers will be issued automatically with every confirmed school booking 

Raffle vouchers are for general admission entry only (Hobbledown)/ All Inclusive passes (Gripped) and are valid for 12 months from the date of issue.  

Schools do not need to submit a separate request for tickets; they will receive them at the time of booking. 

The free raffle vouchers are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or any other items. 

This offer is valid for school bookings made during the promotion period. 

The Escapade Group reserves the right to modify or cancel this promotion at any time without prior notice.  

We reserve the right to withdraw the promotion without refund for misuse of the voucher or breach of terms and conditions. 

By participating in this promotion, schools agree to abide by these terms and conditions.