Quick answer
Little Astronauts is a space-themed indoor soft play centre on the top floor of Hull’s Prospect Shopping Centre, so it suits a rainy day. It opens Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 6pm and Sunday 10.30am to 4.30pm. It is closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. Each ticket includes at least 2 hours of play. Over 2s pay £9.95 off-peak or £11.95 peak, and adults pay too, from £2.50. Babies under 6 months go free. Socks must be worn at all times, and an adult aged 16 or over must supervise.
Is it right for my child?
- Ages: the website says babies to 12-year-olds. On 13 November 2026 the booking shop described general admission as designed for children aged 0 to 10.
- Separate zones: an under 4s zone has ball pools, tunnels and toys. The over 4s zone has slides, crawl tubes, interactive cockpits and obstacle courses across several levels.
- Sensory spaceship: bubble tubes, calming lights and a quiet zone for when it all gets a bit much.
- The Multiverse: a 3.5 metre interactive screen with football, music and retro games. The timetable page lists it under general admission. The prices page lists it under add-on extras, and on 13 November 2026 the booking shop said it cost £1.50 per person extra. Ask when you book.
- Award: Little Astronauts says it was named Best Indoor Play Centre UK 2026 at the Association of Indoor Play Awards.
- Safety: the venue says every member of staff on site is first aid trained, and screens help you keep an eye on children.
Plan your visit: a parent’s checklist
- Pack socks for everyone going into the play areas. No shoes are allowed there, and socks must be worn at all times.
- Book online for weekends and holidays. Walk-ins are welcome when there is space, but the centre often reaches capacity at peak times.
- Stay with your children. All children must be supervised by a responsible adult aged 16 or over at all times.
- Bring your car registration. You give it at check-in for free parking.
- Tell staff about any medical condition that may affect your child’s safe use of the play areas, as the terms ask.
- Need to change plans? You can move a booking to another date with at least 48 hours’ notice. The terms say cancellations are non-refundable.
Prices and tickets
These prices were on the prices page on 13 November 2026. Off-peak means Monday to Friday in term time. Peak means weekends, Hull school holidays and bank holidays. The site lists the Christmas holidays as 19 December to 3 January.
- Over 2s: £9.95 off-peak, £11.95 peak.
- Under 2s: £8.95 off-peak, £10.75 peak.
- Under 12 months: £3 off-peak, £3.75 peak.
- Under 6 months: free.
- Adults: £2.50 off-peak, £3.75 peak.
- SEND sessions: £9.95 off-peak, £11.95 peak.
- Baby Social: £6 for a parent and baby, with an optional £4.99 coffee or tea and cake upgrade.
- AstroClub: free to join, with monthly member rewards. The AstroClub page says buy 5 visits and get the 6th free. The prices page adds that the free visit is based on your average ticket.
Planet Gloop slime lab runs on selected weekends for ages 3 to 12, with strictly no under 3s. Sessions cost £19.95 per child, last 2.5 hours and include soft play. Adults need a £3.75 ticket, with one adult per child required and two at most. Sessions start on time, and entry is not refunded if you arrive more than 5 minutes late. Wear old clothes.
Pushchairs, babies and toilets
- Toilets: the SEND page lists disabled ramps and accessible toilets.
- Baby Social: every Wednesday in term time, 9.30am to 11.30am, for babies up to 12 months. Spaces are limited, so booking online is recommended.
- Feeding: the Baby Social page mentions baby-friendly seating with room to sit and feed.
- Not mentioned: the official pages we checked do not mention baby changing, pushchair parking or how to reach the top floor.
Food and drink
The family restaurant sits next to the play areas. It serves breakfasts until 11am, stone-baked pizzas, loaded fries, burgers, jacket potatoes, salads, cakes and barista coffee. There are kids’ meals, including vegan options, and milkshakes. The venue says its kitchen has a 5 star food hygiene rating.
Food and drink are not allowed in the play areas. In term time, kids eat for £2.50 every weekday from 4pm when they come to play after school. An online allergen guide lists the allergens in each dish. On 13 November 2026 the booking shop asked you to speak to the team about dietary needs.
Getting there and parking
- Address: Little Astronauts, Top Floor, The Prospect Shopping Centre, Prospect Street, Hull HU2 8PW.
- Free parking: in the Prospect Shopping Centre car park. The contact page says to look for West Street when parking. Give your car registration at check-in. One car per booking.
- Phone: 01482 738388.
- Public transport: the official pages we checked give no bus or train directions.
When to visit
- Calmer times: the Baby Social page says term-time weekday mornings are off-peak and calmer.
- Busier times: the venue often reaches capacity at weekends and in school holidays.
- Booking shop slots: on 13 November 2026, the shop’s last play slot on 24 December was 2pm. On Saturdays 5, 12 and 19 December, the first play slot was 11.30am.
- Santa’s Starlight Grotto runs at weekends from 5 to 20 December. Visits are at 10.30am, 11.30am and 12.30pm on Saturdays, and 11am, 12pm and 1pm on Sundays.
- Grotto prices: the Grotto alone is £16.95 per child, with up to 2 adults included. Grotto and Play is £26.95 per child plus £3.75 per adult, and adds 2 hours of play.
- Grotto tips: arrive 10 minutes early and give your child’s name and age when booking. Babies under 6 months go free with a paying brother or sister, but get no gift.
- Christmas closures: closed on 25 and 26 December and 1 January.
Additional needs and disability support
Little Astronauts runs weekly SEND sessions, and every ticket includes the sensory spaceship.
- SEND sessions: every Tuesday, 4pm to 6pm, for ages 1 to 12. There is no music, lower volume, toned-down lighting, limited numbers and a dedicated team.
- Access in SEND sessions: all areas, including the sensory spaceship, the AstroStation quiet breakaway zone and both play zones.
- Who can come: children must be accompanied by an adult or carer. The official pages we checked do not mention free carer tickets.
- Facilities: the SEND page lists disabled ramps, accessible toilets, calm zones and visual aids.
- Not mentioned: the pages we checked do not mention a Changing Places toilet, a lift or the Max Card.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Little Astronauts in Hull?
Over 2s pay £9.95 off-peak or £11.95 peak, and under 2s pay £8.95 or £10.75. Adults pay £2.50 or £3.75. Babies under 6 months go free.
Do adults have to pay at Little Astronauts?
Yes. Adults pay £2.50 off-peak and £3.75 peak, and every child must be supervised by an adult aged 16 or over.
Do you need socks at Little Astronauts?
Yes. No shoes are allowed in the play areas, and socks must be worn at all times.
Is Little Astronauts good for toddlers?
There is a separate under 4s zone with ball pools, tunnels and toys. Baby Social runs on term-time Wednesday mornings for babies up to 12 months.
Is Little Astronauts good for autistic children?
It runs SEND sessions every Tuesday from 4pm to 6pm, with no music and softer lighting. The sensory spaceship and a quiet breakaway zone are also available.
Is parking free at Little Astronauts?
Yes, in the Prospect Shopping Centre car park. Give your car registration at check-in, and there is one car per booking.
Checked on 13 November 2026 against the official Little Astronauts prices, FAQ, plan your visit, timetable, SEND and terms pages and its booking shop. Prices and times can change, so check before you travel.
