Just Kidding (UK) Ltd Terms and Conditions
(Just Kidding (UK) Ltd, Just Kidding Hanley & Just Kidding Holmes Chapel known as JK for the purposes of this document).
Party Booking Terms & Conditions
Special Dietary Requirements
When booking your party at JK we ask that you inform us of any specific dietary requirements, such as Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Diabetic, Gluten Free etc. Although we will try our best to accommodate specific dietary requirements, we do require advance notice (minimum 7 days) and request that you tell us when booking your child’s party. Please understand that it is not always possible for us to meet every requirement. Please ask to check ingredients if necessary. All food may contain traces of nuts.
Terms and Conditions
1. Please note the minimum and maximum numbers required and accepted for your party package. Details are listed on our party information. N.B. Guest numbers (approximate) based on invitation and replies are required 7days prior to your party.
BOOKINGS/DEPOSITS/BALANCE PAYMENTS
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•(i) A non refundable 50% payment of the total booking cost is required to secure your booking. Payments can be made in cash or by debit/credit card. Any payments made over and above the minimum deposit will be treated as deposit monies and are non refundable.
•(ii) Payment can be made in person or over the phone in which case a confirmation of booking will be forwarded to you. Payment of deposit to book a party confirms acceptance of these terms and conditions. Bookings not done in person are deemed to have read and accepted our terms and conditions.
•(iii) In the event of your cancellation of a party (for any reason whatsoever) deposits will not be refunded. In certain circumstances a transfer of deposit to an alternative date may be considered but is at the absolute discretion of JK. This includes online bookings. A booking fee of £3 will be added to any bookings transferred. Where alternative dates can not be found a 20% admin fee for cancellation over 10 days before the party date will be applied and a 50% admin fee for cancellation under 10 days before the party date will be applied.
•(iv) Balance payments for 'confirmed' guests are due atleast 48hrs before you arrive for your party.
•(v) Party packages cannot be downgraded less than 7 days prior to the party date.​
(vi) In some circumstances, which may be out of our control, the elected party area may not be available. In which case we will find a suitable area within our building.
(vii) We will not issue refunds. If we are forced to close due to circumstances beyond our control (ie National Emergency, Terror Attack, Weather, Disease, Virus, Epidemic, Infestation etc} We reserve the right to cancel any bookings, hold any payments, offer alternative dates where possible.
(viii) Parents are to advise, any Guest sibling who attends without invitation need to pay Play Admission in full and will not be included in the party package.
(ix) WE CANNOT MOVE ANY BOOKINGS DURING HOLIDAY PERIODS.
(x) IF A PARTY BALANCE IS NOT PAID, WE WILL NOTIFY THE CUSTOMER VIA EMAIL OR TELEPHONE. IF PAYMENT IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE PARTY DATE WE WILL ADD 5% PER WEEK TO THE BALANCE OWED. IF THE PAYMENT IS STILL NOT RECEIVED WE MAY PASS THE DEBT TO A DEBT COLLECTION AGENCY..
. General:
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•(i) A maximum of 2 tables and 8 chairs will be allocated to your party on the café area. Please do not place more than 4 chairs around a table for safety reasons. Additional guests may have to stand.
•(ii) All visitors must adhere to the rules of play displayed at reception.
•(iii) A JK Party Host will be dedicated to administer arrivals and organize your party room time. Party parent/guardian will be responsible for the care and supervision of all guests, including children who are left by their parents whilst attending your child’s party. We recommend one adult for every five children.
•(iv) For hygiene and safety reasons socks must be worn at all times by both children and adults on the play equipment.
•(v) Those under 16 years of age are NOT permitted to be used as supervisors.
•(vi) Party room decorations may be used at the discretion of the Management and will be put up by the JK Team. Pinata's, party poppers and silly string are not permitted. Any such additional decorations, balloons etc must be delivered the day before your party.
•(vii) No food or drink is to be brought into the centre or party without prior agreement from Management.
•(viii) Parent and adult guests are welcome to watch the Birthday celebration in the party room. You are welcome to photograph/film your party however please respect the privacy of other centre users and avoid photographing/filming in public areas.
•(ix) Parties wishing to bring or use the services of companies supplying characters/mascots must be approved by Just Kidding (UK) Ltd. A valid public liability insurance certificate will be required at least 7 days prior to your party to allow participation.
•(x) Please do not arrive more than 15 minutes prior to your party start time.
HOLIDAY VOUCHERS/PASSES:
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•(i) Choose a venue JK Hanley or JK Holmes Chapel. Passes be redeemed only at the chosen venue.
•(ii) You can purchase multiple vouchers/passes.
•(iii) Vouchers/Passes can be used on bookings for more than one person.
•(iv) Vouchers/Passes are non-refundable & non transferable.
•(v) Vouchers/Passes are valid for different time periods
•(vi) Vouchers are usually valid for 12 months but this can be altered at any time by Just Kidding.
•(vii) We reserve the right to refuse entry and terminate the voucher/passes at anytime.
•(viii) Buying vouchers/passes means you agree to all our terms and conditions.
SUMMER PASSES 2022:
Valid 20th JULY - 4th SEPTEMBER.
How it works: When you book online, at the point of payment, enter your unique code. The system will take the value off your voucher. If you do not use the full amount the voucher can be used again until all the credit has gone.
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General Terms and Conditions
Legal Notice
In addition to the copyright and trademark notices on the web site the following apply: The written and graphical material which make up the website of JK is provided ‘as is’ with no warranty of guarantee.
Neither JK nor the individual responsible for designing or future editing of this website shall be held responsible for any damage to any electronic, magnetic or mechanical apparatus caused by or in connection with the user of such apparatus viewing or downloading any material contained within this web site.
Emails: JK cannot be held responsible for inaccuracies in prices or information in an email however caused.
Information in all emails is confidential and intended solely for the addressee , if you are not the intended recipient please reply with ‘received in error’ in subject bar then delete this email.
The views expressed are those of the author and not necessarily those of Just Kidding (UK) Ltd.
Whilst all emails are swept by anti-virus software, you are solely responsible for ensuring that any email or attachment is virus free. We disclaim liability for any damage you suffer as a consequence of receiving any virus.
If you contact us by email we may store your name and address and assume the right to respond unless you advise us that this is unacceptable. We will not pass your details to any third party.
Disclaimer
Any information provided is so done in ‘good faith’ and believed to be true and not in contravention of either Civil or Criminal Law (as applies in England and Wales). In the event that material on this website is thought to be incorrect or misleading, or thought to be in any way offensive to any person viewing it, or the material (either written of graphical) contained on any page contained on any other website to which a link from this website transfers causes the viewer offence or distress of any kind, please contact the webmaster, who will take all necessary steps to have the offending article removed as soon as practicable.
Although content on sites which may be accessible from time to time via links contained on JK's site was thought appropriate at the time the link was initiated neither the webmaster of JK in particular, nor JK in general, have control over the content of these sites and warn those following these links that the content may have changed from that which was current at the time when the link was initiated.
Photography
By entering JK you consent to us photographing or filming you and using the resulting pictures for any promotional purpose without payment to you. Photos taken will be also used on our Social Media Pages. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please visit reception on arrival who will be able to provide you with a sticker to show you do not wish to be photographed or filmed.
Log Files / IP Addresses
When you visit the JK website, we automatically log your IP address (the unique address which identifies your computer on the internet) which is automatically recognised by our web server. We only use IP addresses if you make an enquiry with us. This only provides broad demographic information for aggregate use, not personally identify information.
Non Personal Information
We may automatically collect non-personal information about you such as the type of internet browser / device you use, or the site from which you linked to our website. You cannot be identified from this information and it is only used to assist in providing and effective service on our website. For more information please see https://www.justkiddinghanley.co.uk/privacy.
Online Tickets
– Tickets bought online or by telephone are non-refundable for any reason.
– Tickets are dated tickets and are only valid on the date which is booked.
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On Site General Information
We are prepared to allow entry to JK to those visitors willing to comply with the centre regulations set out below. Whilst inside JK all visitors must comply with any instructions given to them by JK personnel.
JK reserves the right to close the centre or any attraction, ride or play frame without prior notice.
Closure of any ride or area of the centre will not entitle visitors to a refund of admission fee.
All persons entering JK must pay for admission or hold a valid admission ticket. If re-entry into JK is required, you must obtain an appropriate pass, before exiting the centre which must be shown at the time of re-entry to gain access to the centre.
Admission tickets are non-exchangeable, non-refundable and void if altered. Admission tickets will only be exchanged or refunded if JK, in its absolute discretion, chooses to do so.
All Children under the age of 17 need to be accompanied by an adult. Children (under 16) whilst in the centre must remain under the control or supervision of an adult (17 years or over) at all times.
Vehicles are parked at owner’s risk. JK takes no responsibility for damage caused to any vehicle using the car park. We do not guarantee the security of your vehicle and / or its contents.
Alcohol or illegal substances may not be taken into JK. Guests who appear to be under the influence of alcohol or illegal substances may be refused admission to the centre or escorted from JK without right to refund.
All rides, play frames, amusements and other facilities must only be used in accordance with the operator’s instructions.
Use of atmospheric effects such as loud music, smoke machines, flashing lights and strobe lights take place during parties and general opening times. If any of your guests are epileptic or sensitive to any of these please ensure you notify us in advance to enable to us to disable certain effects.
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​WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ADMISSION, CANCEL BOOKINGS AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASONS WITHIN OR OUT OF OUR CONTROL.
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Social Media Competitions
Please read these competition rules carefully. If you enter one of our competitions on any of our social media websites, we will assume that you have read these rules and that you agree to them.
Competitions run on Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus and Instagram are in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with any of the above companies. By participating you hereby release and hold harmless any of the above companies from any and all liability associated with this promotion.
The closing date is as specified in each competition, and JK reserves the right to amend the competition end date at any time.
To enter a competition you must be: (a) UK resident; and (b) 17 years old or over at the time of entry.
Competitions are not open to employees (or members of their immediate families) of JK.
No purchase necessary.
Only one entry per person.
If you win a competition, we will notify you by email, or social media if you entered the competition on a social media platform, within 48 working hours of the closing date. If you do not respond within 48 hours of being notified, you will forfeit your prize and JK reserves the right to choose another winner. The judges’ decision will be final, and no correspondence will be entered into.
By entering the competition the winner agrees to participate in such promotional activity and material as JK may require.
If a panel of judges is required for the competition, it will be comprised of persons detailed on the relevant competition page and/or staff of JK.
If the competition is a ‘like’, ‘comment or RT competition then a number will be randomly generated from www.random.org and this is how the judging will be done.
The prize will not be transferable to another person.
No part of a prize is exchangeable for cash or any other prize.
If an advertised prize is not available, we reserve the right to offer an alternative prize of equal or greater value.
Incorrectly completed entries will be disqualified.
The competitions are run by Just Kidding (UK) Ltd, Etruria Road, Hanley, ST1 5NH.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to let us know via info@justkiddinghanley.co.uk.