Our fun-filled play sessions run seven days a week. You can see available times online when you click BOOK NOW.
There are a limited number of spaces available at each session, so please book online well in advance to secure your spot.
Walk-ins are possible if the session is not already full, please call us to check.
We close in between each session to clean and reset the play town, so please leave promptly when your session ends.
Where to find us
Conveniently located on the Central Coast, halfway between Sydney and Newcastle, we are located at:
The Little Lane, Erina
Erina Plaza, Shop 4, 210 The Entrance Road, Erina, NSW, 2250
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The Little Lane, Tuggerah
3/8 Pioneer Avenue, Tuggerah, NSW, 2259
The Little Lane play Village & Cafe is especially designed for 6 months to 7 year olds and their parents/carers to enjoy imaginative role-play in a safe, enclosed play cafe environment.
We have areas and toys/bouncers for non-walkers too, and babes-in-arms are of course welcome. We are breast-feeding friendly, everywhere.
All play sessions run for 1 hour and 45 mins – plenty of time to relax, play and enjoy!
| Age Group | Weekdays | Weekends |
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| Children | 1-12 yr olds – One child $20 each – Two children $18 each – Three children+ $16 each |
1-12 year olds – One child $24 each – Two children $22 each – Three children+ $20 each |
| Babies | 0-6 months: FREE 6-12 months: $8 |
0-6 months: FREE 6-12 months: $10 |
| Adults | $6 each Includes a $5 drink credit |
$6 each Includes a $5 drink credit |
Please note:
The weekend rate applies on public holidays.
Children aged 7-12 years are welcome if they are accompanying younger siblings and understand that they must play calmly and gently (being mindful of little ones). Children over the age of 12 can enter on an adult ticket if they sit in the cafe.
Please be advised before booking, that all bookings are non-refundable. If your child is unwell on the day of your visit, we will happily move your booking to a later date. Otherwise, we can transfer a booking to another date if 48 hours or more notice is given. Bookings can only be transferred within 6 months.
We have multi-pass packs and VIP memberships available – these are great value for our regular visitors. We also sell gift vouchers in store and online. Tap the BOOK NOW button to learn more.
We offer discounts for schools, preschools, family daycares, daycares, mothers groups and other groups and parties, please contact us for more information.
At The Little Lane we LOVE birthday parties and would be thrilled to host your little one’s next celebration.
Our party packages are suitable for children aged 1-7, with a dedicated party host and entry into our fabulous imaginary play town for endless fun and super special birthday memories for your child and their friends and family.
We have a lovely party room, that can be decorated to your theme, and you can choose from our yummy catered ‘party picnic’ and self-catering options.
Trust us to handle the party, so you can focus on the fun!
We will be running quieter SEN sessions that will be advertised on our social media – so follow us there. Or alternatively, please get in touch with us to find out when the next one is planned.
We’d love to host your next birthday party! Let us take care of it so you can focus on the fun! Check out our range of options including different themes and party packages.
We’re proud to offer our customers LooLoos barista coffee and delicious baked treats to enjoy while your little ones play. We even have a mini LooLoos cafe in our Erina role-play village!
Experience the magic of make believe at The Little Lane. Bring your Little Doctor, Little Stylist, Little Tradie, Little Performer, Little Fire Fighter, Little Animal Lover, Little Nurse, Little Chef, Little Teacher or Little Shopper for a Little play!
Experience the magic of make believe at The Little Lane. Bring your Little Doctor, Little Stylist, Little Tradie, Little Performer, Little Fire Fighter, Little Animal Lover, Little Nurse, Little Chef, Little Teacher or Little Shopper for a Little play!
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The Little Lane is a play café designed for young children, offering a fun, safe and interactive play environment alongside a high-quality café experience for parents and caregivers.
We also offer take-away drinks and yummy snacks from our cafe.
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Our play area is primarily designed for children aged 0-7 years, however older siblings and friends are welcome to join, so long as they play gently and calmly (in order to ensure a safe space for the little ones).
We also have a separate area especially for non-walkers.
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Find us at:
ERINA – Shop 4 in Erina Plaza: 210 The Entrance Road, Erina, NSW, 2250.
TUGGERAH – Unit 3, 8 Pioneer Avenue, Tuggerah, NSW, 2259.
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We are open all week! Come and visit us during one of our daily play sessions
At the end of each play session, we tidy and reset the play village so that all the special little details are back in place ready for the next session.
Please check our website or social media for any changes to our schedule.
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We highly recommend booking online in advance to guarantee your spot, especially during peak times.
Walk-ins are welcome if space allows – see the session times on our website to maximise your time with us.
Please note that birthday party bookings are limited, so lock-in your little one’s special day with us asap!
General information
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Our prices vary depending on your booking. You can find up-to-date pricing on our website.
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Yes! We have family passes and multi-visit pass options that offer great value for regular visitors. Plus, the more children you bring, the cheaper it is.
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Yes, we offer sibling discounts when booking multiple children in the same session – see our family pass options.
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We offer discounts and special offers for schools, daycares, family day cares and other groups and parties, please contact us for more information.
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You can book a play session on our website via the ‘book now’ button. Simply select your preferred venue, date and time, plus the number of tickets you require, and then pay.
You should receive a confirmation email as soon as your payment is successfully received. If you do not receive a confirmation email within a few hours, and you've checked your junk mail folder, please contact us.
Please note: before entering the play cafe you will need to complete and sign our online waiver form, which will be emailed to you with your booking confirmation.
If you would prefer to pay cash on arrival, please contact us in advance so that we can secure your booking for you.
Pricing
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We sure do! We have a range of birthday party packages to suit different budgets and preferences. Visit our parties page for more details.
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Yes, we offer private hire for school excursions and special occasions. Get in touch with us to discuss your event requirements.
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Yes we do! Please click here to see and download our Erina birthday party invitation template and our Tuggerah birthday party invitation template.
Parties & private hire
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Each play session lasts for 105 minutes, giving you and your child plenty of time to explore and enjoy.
We ask that you please vacate the premises within 5 minutes of the session end-time, in order for us to prepare the play space ready for the next session to begin.
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Yes, to ensure a comfortable and safe play environment, we have a maximum capacity per session. So book online in advance to secure your spot.
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We kindly ask that you do not bring outside toys, in order to maintain hygiene and avoid misplaced personal items.
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Yes, parents and caregivers must supervise their children at all times while inside The Little Lane.
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Yes, we have a dedicated space for babies to enjoy safe play.
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Socks! To help us to keep the space as clean and comfortable as possible, shoes must be removed and socks must be worn at all times within the play cafe (this applies to both adults and children). If you forget to bring them, we have socks available to purchase.
Play sessions & rules
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Yes! Our café serves delicious coffee, matcha, speciality teas, creamy milkshakes, hot chocolate and soft drinks. We also serve a variety of snacks, including toasties, banana bread and cakes. Healthy, vegan and gluten free options are available.
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You are welcome to bring baby food and bottles, and water bottles for older kids. Our onsite café offers a variety of yummy snack options for kids and adults.
With any food you bring, please be mindful and considerate of potential food allergies and ensure that any food consumed in the play cafe is only eaten in the designated seating areas and not taken into any of the play spaces.
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Absolutely! We offer gluten-free, dairy-free, and other allergen-friendly options. Please inform our staff of any allergies.
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Yes, we have free parking available in marked spaces directly outside of both venues. At the weekend there are ample other spaces available.
If you can’t find a spot in Erina Plaza, we suggest using the carpark at 216-220 The Entrance Road (conveniently just behind The Little Lane and next to the IGA and Chemist Warehouse, if you need a quick shop!), or at the nearby AutoBarn or Harvey Norman.
At Tuggerah, there is usually plenty of street parking available if our designated spaces have already been taken. Alternatively the large carpark by Little Miracles is worth checking.
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Yes, we have clean and accessible baby-changing stations. We also supply wipes and nappies, should you be caught short.
Please ensure any toilet-training toddlers are taken to the bathroom on arrival and intermittently throughout the session, to try to avoid any little accidents on our carpeted space.
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Yes, our venue is fully accessible for prams and wheelchairs.
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Yes, you are welcome to breastfeed throughout the centre, plus we have designated comfortable chairs at the back of the seating area to allow you to breastfeed in (relative!) peace.
Facilities & amenities
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We thoroughly clean and sanitise all of the play spaces daily, and also clean and tidy the play equipment between sessions to help maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
We ask that if you notice your child has put a play thing in their mouth, that you pop it in the marked box so that we can ensure individual items are thoroughly sanitised before being shared again with other children.
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If your child is unwell, we kindly ask that you reschedule your visit to help keep our play space safe for everyone.
We will gladly reschedule your session, even if your child only appears unwell on the morning of your scheduled visit. Just send us an email at hello@thelittlelane.com.au and we’ll sort it :)
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Yes, our team includes first aid-trained staff to assist in case of any minor injuries.