Giggles All Around: Giggleton Role Play Centre Officially Opens!

There was plenty of excitement in the air on Saturday 5^th July as friends, family, and local supporters gathered in Horsted Keynes for a very special occasion - the official opening of Giggleton Role Play Centre!

The highlight of the morning was the ribbon-cutting ceremony, led by the Haywards Heath Town Mayor, Cllr Duncan Pascoe, who kindly joined the business owners to declare Giggleton officially open. With scissors in hand and a warm smile, the Mayor snipped the ribbon stretched across the doors to cheers and applause from proud families and curious little ones. It was a truly heartwarming moment and a perfect start to Giggleton’s journey.

Cllr Duncan Pascoe, Mayor of Haywards Heath, cutting the ribbon alongside Harry and Ayla Batchelor, owners of Giggleton

Designed for children aged 0–7, Giggleton offers a magical world of make-believe across seven beautifully crafted role play settings, including:

• A cosy cottage

• A bustling hair salon

• A hands-on farm

• A caring hospital

• A busy construction zone

• A peaceful library

• And a watchful police station

Each area invites children to explore, imagine, and immerse themselves in real-world scenarios, encouraging creativity, social interaction, and early learning through play.

In addition to the main play zones, Giggleton proudly offers a dedicated baby area for non-walkers, ensuring even the tiniest visitors have a safe and engaging space of their own. They also hold weekly SEN sessions, specially tailored for children with additional needs up to the age of 13 - providing a calmer, more supportive environment to enjoy all the fun. Parents and carers are equally delighted for the onsite café, serving a range of hot and cold food, drinks, and treats for all ages.

This pre-opening event gave a sneak peek before Giggleton opens its doors to the public today, on Monday 7th July. It was joyous to watch little imaginations take flight!