Lemon Tree Softplay Cafe

Unit 1, Middleton South, Wagonway Dr, Newcastle upon Tyne NE13 9BJ, United Kingdom
+44 191 691 0330
$$$ Cafe
(28 Reviews)
Price Range £10–20

Welcome to Lemon Tree Softplay Cafe, a delightful haven for families nestled in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne. Whether you’re looking to provide your little ones with a safe space to explore and play or simply enjoy a well-deserved coffee break, this cafe is designed to cater to both children and parents alike.

The café is wonderfully equipped with a soft play area that’s especially captivating for children crawling upwards to six years old. Everything from the vibrant climbing structures to the cozy corners encourages independence and fosters social interaction, making it an ideal environment for budding little explorers. Moreover, the area is clean and spacious, ensuring that children can play freely without feeling overcrowded.

As you settle in, you’ll appreciate the café’s welcoming atmosphere. The lively yet calm ambiance strikes the perfect balance, allowing parents to relax while keeping a watchful eye on their children. The decor is delightful, filled with playful colors and comfortable seating that encourages families to stay awhile and enjoy some much-needed downtime.

But let’s talk about the food! Lemon Tree Softplay Cafe offers a varied menu that goes beyond standard café fare. Customer reviews highlight the delicious offerings—from hearty meals for hungry parents to tasty snacks for little ones. Each dish is not only fairly priced but prepared with quality ingredients that keep everyone satisfied. One parent remarked on how they enjoyed a variety of dishes during their visit, all of which were pleasing to the palate. Another review emphasized how the food options are plentiful enough to please even the pickiest of eaters.

The warmth of the staff shines through in every customer interaction, with many reviewers noting the attentive and friendly service they received. Whether it's hosting a birthday party or simply navigating your way through the menu, the staff are committed to ensuring a pleasant experience for all families. In fact, one enthusiastic review shared how a birthday party was celebrated, complete with excellent timeline flexibility and clear communication—all creating delightful memories for both children and parents.

Ideal for a weekend outing or a spontaneous visit after school, Lemon Tree Softplay Cafe stands out as an excellent destination in Newcastle. With the perfect combination of play, delicious food, and a nurturing environment, it’s no wonder that families keep coming back for more. Stop by and see what all the excitement is about—your little ones will thank you, and you might just find a new favorite spot for relaxing with a cup of coffee. Don’t miss out on this gem!

Service options
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Lunch
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

09:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Tuesday

09:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Wednesday

09:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Thursday

09:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Friday

09:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Saturday

09:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Sunday

09:00 AM - 05:30 PM

28 Reviews
Amy R

02 Oct 2025

Great new soft play! Not too busy after lunch rush on a Saturday afternoon so my toddler really enjoyed it. Lovely and clean. Suitable for the smaller ones under 6 I’d say. Large variety of food and drinks also.

Tai Mitchell

30 Sep 2025

I went here for the first time today, after the wife recommended it. It was great size for our 2 year old and she stayed the full 2 hours without any problems. We got a few different food items, all were nice. The environment and the soft play was also clean and uncluttered The place wasn't too busy either which was good. Steady flow of people coming in and out, so enough for socialisation but not heaving leading to chaos. The soft play area is a little small but I think it suits the area well, and is well matched to foot fall, even though I say small, still enough entertainment and enough to do for our daughter The staff very very friendly and helpful, I'd absolutely recommend it.

Em

18 Aug 2025

Lovely, great soft play with something for any child from crawling upwards, food was lovely and fairly priced

Lizzy Zab

14 Aug 2025

A brilliant soft play for our toddler who is starting to find her independence to play on her own or play with others. The space is so well thought out so that this can be encouraged while parents are close by, enjoying delicious treats, on hand to help little ones if they need anything. We were lucky enough during one of our visits to enter and win a price draw for a birthday party for the venues one year anniversary. The staff were amazing pulling out all the stops to make sure we could have this for my daughters 2nd birthday which was soon after and we all had a brilliant time at the party. We had a mixture of ages from very little enjoying the baby area to 5-6 year olds who created games to enjoy or helped the little ones to get around the space. The picnic lunches were perfect for all and adults enjoyed hot drinks, refreshments and also some meals all with fantastic and timely service in amongst our party and other customers. Thank you so much to the Lemon Tree team we will be back soon!

Demi Laws

20 Jul 2025

We held our daughter’s 3rd Birthday at Lemon Tree today and could not have been happier with the experience. We opted for their “mini party” which allowed us to host 12 children. We had time to set up before arrival, the staff were attentive and exceptionally friendly throughout. The communication was clear and the time line of the party was very flexible. The tables reserved gave ample space for all children and parents. The children had a picnic of sandwiches and snacks which were well presented, dietary requirements were no problem at all. Juice for the children was free flowing. We come to Lemon Tree on a regular basis as it is the perfect size for our children (6 and 3) to play independently and we will certainly be making use of the free return pass for the birthday girl very soon. Thanks again to the two lovely ladies who helped us today - doing the Lemon Tree very proud!!

kaustubh chitnis

06 Jul 2025

I highly recommend this place if you plan to have your child’s birthday party. It’s a nice and cozy soft play where the parents can overlook their children while they are playing. The staff is well trained and organise the birthday party well. The staff even offers to cut the cake into the number pieces as requested. The parents can enjoy a hot cuppa or tea as their children play. Kudos to the lemon tree team !

katie lewis

25 Jun 2025

Amazing place I actually can’t believe we only discovered it today. My son is 21 months old and he ran around wild all afternoon. There’s a little part for younger babies too. So nice to have a soft play for littler kids as I’m usually abit scared to put him in with big kids when they’re running wild. Can’t recommend it enough we will be here 24/7

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