Major Fun Freshwater - Harbord Diggers - Freshwater - Sydney - Review
This morning, the kids and I were invited at the official opening of Major Fun at Harbord Diggers in Freshwater. This brand NEW purpose built play centre has been on the pipeline for a few years now to entertain young children on the Sydney Northern Beaches.
The Major Fun centre at Harbord Diggers in Freshwater has been designed by a mother of two who knows how important it is for families to entertain their children whilst still going out socialising and having coffee or dinner with friends & family.
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We love the marine animals and the ocean design which reflects well with the nearby Freshwater beach setting. This fully secure (gated), fully carpeted and air conditioned play venue caters for kids under 1 year up to 12 years of age. There is a dedicated toddler area for little ones to play together with obstacles and a slide.
Little Mister was obsessed with the interactive floors, slides and walls in the centre, he spent lots of time there playing with friends, jumping around and having fun.
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There is also another large area where kids of all ages can mingle, go through obstacles, climb, slide, jump, play, go across nets, use flying fox etc. so much fun and parents can come inside the enclosures to help little ones.
Little Mister loved exploring the areas with his sister and going down the popular interactive slide. I did a test run too and it was fun, little Miss is thinking of wearing leggings next time for the slide to help her slide down faster as she really liked it.
There’s so much to do and explore that it will keep the kids busy for hours! Luckily from next Monday entry is not timed so there’s no rush which is amazing and entry is very affordable so it’s perfect for a coffee catchup, playdate, weekday or weekend play, lunch, drop & dining, birthday parties the list goes on! There’s a dedicated café onsite, lots of sitting areas to have a snack and coffee/drink, plenty of car spots downstairs with wet weather access, a full café and restaurants in the Harbord Diggers Club - it’s perfect!
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You don’t have to be an Harbord Diggers member to attend Major Fun however you need to comply with the Club’s standard rules of entry etc But if you are a member, you will receive discounts on entry and in-house purchases. Parents must supervise their children at all times whilst at the centre. The only time you can leave children with Major Fun staff is during dedicated Drop & Dine sessions which lets parents have dinner while kids play in the center close-by happily and safely. Kids must be 3 years+ and be toilet trained. Parents must stay within the Harbord Diggers Club premises and be readily contactable while their children are at Major Fun. Drop & Dine is available on Friday and Saturday Nights from 6pm - 9:30pm.
Visitors cannot bring their own food in case other visitors and children suffer from any food allergies or intolerances. You can however bring in fresh fruit and vegetables, water drink bottles and baby formula. There’s also a dedicated café within the centre with coffee, kid friendly drinks and food and slushy machine.
Major Fun can also cater for birthday parties with two fully themed birthday party rooms. For more info re parties, checkout the seperate Birthday Parties brochure or speak to a staff member onsite or on the phone.
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The centre has two mascots - Mala and Max, their very own junior explorers. They are an incredibly knowledgeable and passionate duo who are the face of Major Fun. There are fun facts to learn about them and nature & the environment across Major Fun.
We had a great time at Major Fun Harbord Diggers Freshwater today, Little Mister who is 5 years old really enjoyed it, loved the interactive slide and the interactive games on the floor and screens as well as going through all the obstacles he could find! His sister who is 8 years old did enjoy it still, she asked that a friend comes with her next time. The club is currently working on improving intermittent mobile reception issues in the center and have FREE wifi available which is great.
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Busy City Kids were hosted by Major Fun Harbord Diggers Freshwater for the purposes of a review. Travel & parking was self funded. All opinions & feedback are genuine & truthful.
Our tips & info:
Major Fun is located at Harbord Diggers at 88 Evans Street in Freshwater.
The centre is open daily from 9:30 am to 3.30pm Monday & Tuesday, until 8.30pm Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday and open until 9:30pm Friday & Saturday. Drop & Dine Hours are Friday and Saturday from 6pm to 9:30pm. Check their website in case any hours change over time.
Major Fun play centre is open for Harbord Diggers members or non-members. Discounts are given to members which is pretty easy and affordable to join.
Kids under 1 and Adults get free entry (with a paying sibling) any time. Entry fees vary depending on child’s age and if the visit is during school days, weekends, school or public holidays and whether you are a member of the club or not. For example during school days, entry for kids 1 to 3 years of age is $12 for members and $14 for non members vs. $14 and $16 during week-ends, school & public holidays. From Monday 15th March 2021, session times are unlimited.
Socks must be worn at all times while on the equipment, parents included. No food or drinks are allowed in the play equipment.
There’s a parents room with a change table, a parent and child toilet as well as another toilet which is wheelchair friendly. This is located across from the large interactive slide within the center.
Free wifi is available onsite.
For more information around prices, conditions re food, entry, discounts, birthday parties and bookings, head to their website.
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