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Wednesday 10am - 1:30am Thursday 10am - 5pm Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 10am - 5pm

The Woodshed Cafe & Ark Playcentre

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The Ark Indoor Playcentre is state of the art play facility for children from ages 0 to 9.

09/04/2026

If you’re looking for an easy win this Friday… this is it.

€10 gets you Food + Play at The Ark 🎉
No booking needed — just arrive and enjoy.

Simple, fun, and sorted.

⏳ One day only
📍 Pay on arrival

24/03/2026

Looking for something to keep the kids busy this Easter? 👀

Our Easter Kids Camp is packed with fun, creative activities each day:

• Cookie Making
• Arts & Crafts
• Teddy Bear Making
• Fairy Door Decorating

Perfect for ages 5–11, with small groups and plenty of hands-on fun 🎨

📅 31st March – 3rd April
📅 7th – 10th April
⏰ 10am – 1pm
📍 The Ark Playcentre

Spaces are limited — once each day fills, that’s it.

👉 Book now: rathwood.com/events

20/01/2026

🎉 Toddler Time Wednesdays are BACK! 🎉
Starting Wednesday 28th January 🧡💙

And we’ve got BIG news…
✨ The Ark Playcentre + Woodshed Café are now open 7 DAYS a week! ✨

To celebrate, we’re running some unreal offers all this week 👇

🧸 Toddler Entry only €5 All This Week Only!
☕ Tea/Coffee + Pastry for €6.50 (when you pay for entry to The Ark)
🍽️ Kids Meal + Juice + Treat for €7.50 (when you pay for entry to The Ark)

Perfect midweek plan:
✅ Play time for the little ones
✅ Coffee + something tasty for you
✅ Easy lunch sorted too

26/11/2025

Big hugs to all our little explorers — today is our final Toddler Time Wednesday of the year! 🥰 We’re sliding into Santa Train season now 🚂🎅 but Toddler Time will be back bright and early in the new year!

19/06/2025

🪱 Creepy Crawlies Workshop | July 5th 🪱

Looking for something fun to do this Summer? Junior Einstein's is back with their Creepy Crawlies Workshop 🐛

Get hands-on experience investigating different types of soil and discovering the vital role worms play! Embark on a fascinating Bug Hunt, exploring Rathwood’s lush grounds to uncover and identify a variety of insects and other small creatures. Equipped with magnifying glasses and guided by curiosity!

While the kids dive into the fascinating world of worms and bugs, parents can relax and enjoy in the MerryTree take a stroll though our Woodland Walks.

Spaces are limited - reserve your place today and let your child’s natural curiosity thrive!

Date: 05 July 2025
Times: 12:30PM
Age: 5-12

Book now: https://junioreinsteinsscienceclub.com/events/creepy-crawlies-workshop-for-kids-rathwood-tullow-carlow-05-july-2025/

And don't forget to book your play in the Ark! https://arkplaycentre.ie/

18/06/2025

The Summer holidays are just around the corner, and while there is plenty to do for the kids here in the Ark Playcentre, we also have the perfect area for adults too 😊

Sit back and relax while the kids have some fun! The Woodshed Cafe serving delicious coffee and treats, to indulge in while the kids play 🍰☕

Book your play now: https://arkplaycentre.ie/

17/06/2025

✨ Back Tomorrow ✨
Just a reminder that our Toddler Time Wednesday is on tomorrow 🙌
- Starting from 10am to 12pm
- Price: €5 per child
- Age: 1-3yrs
Your little one can enjoy soft play and fun activities, with juice included for the kids and a tea or coffee for one parent or guardian.
It’s the perfect midweek outing for toddlers and their grown-ups!

Book now: www.rathwood.com/pages/toddler-time

*Walk-ins welcome, but booking ahead is recommended to guarantee your spot!

04/06/2025

Slime Workshop | 7 June

Back by popular demand 🤩
Who's ready to have ooey-gooey some fun 🧪
Junior Einstein are back at Rathwood June 7th with their slime making workshop!

EYoung scientists aged 5-12 will roll up their sleeves and create their very own slime, learning about non-Newtonian fluids, stir-thinning / stir-thickening fluids and polymers along the way. Through playful experimentation, children will discover what makes slime stretchy, sticky, and delightfully gooey!

They’ll explore different types of slime, understanding how altering ingredients and methods can dramatically change its properties 👩‍🔬

Date: 7 June
Time: 12:30PM
Ideal for children 5-12

Book Now: Link in bio 🔗

Book Now: https://junioreinsteinsscienceclub.com/events/slime-workshop-for-kids-rathwood-tullow-carlow-07-june-2025/cienceclub.com/events/slime-workshop-for-kids-rathwood-tullow-carlow-07-june-2025/

03/06/2025

✨ Reminder ✨
Our Toddler Time Wednesday is on tomorrow 🙌
- Starting from 10am to 12pm
- Price: €5 per child
- Age: 1-3yrs

Your little one can enjoy soft play and fun activities, with juice included for the kids and a tea or coffee for one parent or guardian.
It’s the perfect midweek outing for toddlers and their grown-ups!

Book now: www.rathwood.com/pages/toddler-time
*Walk-ins welcome, but booking ahead is recommended to guarantee your spot!

30/05/2025

*** New to the Ark! Toddler Time Wednesday! ***

Toddler Time at the Ark Playcentre runs every Wednesday from 10am to 12pm.

Your little one can enjoy soft play and fun activities, with juice included for the kids and a tea or coffee for one parent or guardian.

It’s the perfect midweek outing for toddlers and their grown-ups!

Price: €5 per child
Age: 1-3yrs

Book now: www.rathwood.com/pages/toddler-time

*Walk-ins welcome, but booking ahead is recommended to guarantee your spot!

07/05/2025

Let's get this Party started 🥳
Does your little one have an upcoming birthday and unsure where to celebrate? 😁

A party in the Ark Play Centre is the perfect option if you are looking for a hassle free way to celebrate their birthday. Sit back and relax - we'll do the rest 🙌

Find out more: https://arkplaycentre.ie/party

Address

Rathwood Home And Garden World
Tullow
R93X3F9

Opening Hours

Wednesday	10am - 1:30am
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+353599156285

Website

https://arkplaycentre.ie/

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