Alba Playtime

14/10/2026

🎃 Ready for some more spooky play this weekend? 👻

The kids enjoyed stepping into our Halloween setup last week, and it’s all ready to go for another round of imaginative fun.

✨ We are back open this Sunday!
Click 'Get tickets’ on our page to secure your space.

11/10/2026

🧙‍♀️ Even our little witch is ready for Halloween trick-or-treating! 🎃

The candy baskets are filled and the tiny town is ready for a day of big imaginations and spooky fun.

Book here ➡️ bookthatin.com/link/AlbaPlaytime

👻

10/10/2026

☕ Seating Area Reminder : October Break 🧸

Hi everyone, The Thistles Centre is using the raised seating area for a Halloween event during the first week of the October holidays.

This affects our open days: Sunday 11th, Monday 12th, Tuesday 13th, & Sunday 18th October.

• 🧱 Play is fully open, but there is no seating for snacks or drinks. Feel free to bring a travel mug/closed cup to the floor!

• 🎟️ Tickets are limited due to the smaller space.
If you already have tickets and want to swap to a different week, just message us. Thanks for understanding!

Best wishes,
Kerry-Anne ❤️

Important Announcement! 🎃📚

Something exciting is coming to The Cub House…

From 12th–18th October, The Cub House will transform into a magical half term adventure.

Join us on a journey through our pumpkin patch, before stepping inside The Pumpkin Library for storytelling, crafts and plenty of autumnal fun.

*Please note: The Cub House will be closed this week while we prepare for the event. Alba Playtime will operate as normal on Sunday 11th October and throughout the Pumpkin Library event.

We can’t wait to open the doors and welcome you to The Pumpkin Library! Keep an eye on our socials for a sneak peak! 🎃📖

06/10/2026

☕ Seating Area Update: October Holidays 🧸

Hi everyone,

The Thistles Centre is holding a Halloween event over the first week of October break and will be using the stage/raised seating area.

This means we won't have our usual space for snacks and drinks, and we will have fewer tickets available due to the reduced space.

This affects the 4 days we are open that week:
• Sunday 11th, Monday 12th, Tuesday 13th, & Sunday 18th October.

Our mini town is fully open for play, but there won't be anywhere to sit for a snack break. You are very welcome to bring a travel mug along and join in the fun on the floor! 🧱🛒

We appreciate this isn't ideal. If you already have tickets and want to swap to a different week, just message us and we’ll get it sorted. Thanks for understanding!

Best wishes,
Kerry-Anne ❤️

Important Announcement! 🎃📚

Something exciting is coming to The Cub House…

From 12th–18th October, The Cub House will transform into a magical half term adventure.

Join us on a journey through our pumpkin patch, before stepping inside The Pumpkin Library for storytelling, crafts and plenty of autumnal fun.

*Please note: The Cub House will be closed this week while we prepare for the event. Alba Playtime will operate as normal on Sunday 11th October and throughout the Pumpkin Library event.

We can’t wait to open the doors and welcome you to The Pumpkin Library! Keep an eye on our socials for a sneak peak! 🎃📖

05/10/2026

🎄 Festive Update: Our Christmas Opening Dates ❄️
Hi everyone,

I know it’s only October, but I’ve been looking ahead at the calendar to get organized for the festive period!

Given the holiday dates and family commitments over Christmas, Alba Playtime will be finishing up for the festive break on Tuesday 15th December and reopening on Sunday 10th January.

📅 Our Festive Dates:

• Last Day of Play: Tuesday 15th December
• Reopening On: Sunday 10th January

We still have plenty of weeks of fun ahead before then, so there is still lots of time for playtime! You can find all our upcoming Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday availability via the 'Get Tickets' link on our page. 🗓️✨

I look forward to seeing you and your little ones for plenty of play sessions over the next few months!

Best wishes,
Kerry-Anne ❤️

04/10/2026

Look who popped by to help us celebrate yesterday! 🎂🥳🐷

We had a very exciting guest join us at Alba Playtime for a Special Birthday party, and they even got stuck into helping out in the construction zone! 🧱✨

We had the absolute best time celebrating with family and friends, making memories in our mini town.

Thank-you so much to everyone who joined us, and for all the lovely birthday wishes for the Birthday Girl!🥰❤️

02/10/2026

Planning your weekend out with the kids? 🗓️

Whether you're heading into The Thistles to visit the shops, sort out a few jobs, or just want an easy hour of fun, come and visit Alba Playtime this Sunday!

Our 60-minute imaginative play sessions run at 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:00 PM. It’s the perfect, screen-free hour of play to break up your day while you take a seat right beside your little ones.

✨ Why families love Alba Playtime:
🍎 Bring your own snacks: No need to buy cafe snacks! You are welcome to bring your kids' favourite snacks and drinks along.

💸 Budget-friendly: Single tickets are £7, siblings are discounted to just £5, and under 18 month siblings go free!

Spaces are limited per session, so click ‘Get Tickets’ on our page to lock in your slots ahead of time!

30/09/2026

Imagine a full hour where your little ones are completely lost in their own imaginations—putting on a musical show, running a busy pretend shop, checking in at the doctors, or serving up treats at the cafe. 🎤🛒🩺☕️

That’s exactly what happens at Alba Playtime inside The Thistles! Our 12-section role-play town is designed for 60 minutes of uninterrupted screen-free play, while you take a seat right beside them and take a breather.

✨ Why local families love us:
🍏 Bring your own snacks: No need to buy cafe snacks! Bring their favorite snacks and water bottles along.

💸 Budget-friendly: Single tickets are £7, siblings are discounted to £5, and under 18 month siblings go free!

📅 Our Weekly Schedule: We are open every Sunday (except the last Sunday of the month), Monday, and Tuesday!

Spaces are limited per session, so click ‘Get Tickets’ on our page to check our schedule and secure your slots for the week ahead!

27/09/2026

Weekend left the house upside down? 🧸

Start your week stress-free at Alba Playtime inside The Thistles, Stirling!

Skip the living room toy chaos and bring your little ones for 60 minutes of calm, imaginative play in our mini town.

Sip your takeaway coffee in peace while they run the pretend cafe or check in at the doctors.
You are welcome to bring your own kids' drinks and snacks along.

Click ‘Get tickets’ on our page to book your session 😊

27/09/2026

Heading into the centre tomorrow to visit the shops, sort out a few jobs, or just grab a coffee? ☕️

Bring the kids to our town for a 60-minute play session at 9:30am or 11:00am to burn off some energy first!

At Alba Playtime, your little ones can explore our 12-section imaginative role-play town while you take a breather right beside them. It’s the perfect, fun hour of screen-free play to start your week stress-free while you get your bits and pieces done!✨

🍎 Bring your own snacks:
You are completely welcome to bring your kids' favourite snacks and water bottles along.

💸 Budget-friendly: Single tickets are £7, siblings are discounted to just £5, and under 18 month siblings come free!

Spaces are limited per session, so click ‘Get tickets’ on our page to check tomorrow's availability and lock in your slot!