Discover Children's Story Centre
Kids' birthday party venue in London
383-387 High Street, Stratford, London E15 4QZ
Story-themed party with two floors of immersive Story Worlds plus snack box room
About Discover Children's Story Centre
At a glance
- Age range: 0–11 years
- Guest capacity: ?–20 kids
- Website: https://discover.org.uk/
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Party packages & pricing
Birthday Party
A 3-hour party exploring both floors of the immersive Story Worlds and the Story Garden, plus a trip to the current immersive family exhibition, followed by 45 minutes in a private party room (Hootah's room) for a children's snack lunch and happy birthday before heading back out to play. For up to 10 children and 11 adults.
- Price: £360 £360
- Guests: ?–10
- Ages: 0–11
Double Birthday Party
A larger party for up to 20 children and 22 adults: explore both floors of Story Worlds and the Story Garden, an exclusive visit to the immersive exhibition (your party only), and 45 minutes in a double-sized private party room for a snack lunch and happy birthday.
- Price: £675 £675
- Guests: ?–20
- Ages: 0–11
Frequently asked questions
- What happens at the party?
- Party groups explore both floors of the immersive Story Worlds and the Story Garden, visit the current immersive exhibition, then have a private room for 45 minutes for a snack lunch and happy birthday before heading back out to play.
- How much is it, and how many can come?
- A single party is £360 for up to 10 children and 11 adults. A double party is £675 for up to 20 children and 22 adults, with an exclusive visit to the exhibition.
- Is food included?
- Yes, a children's snack lunch is included, with a vegan option, plus cutlery, napkins and plates. The cake is not included, but you can bring your own.
- Can we bring our own food and cake?
- You can bring a birthday cake, which is left at reception and brought up by the team, along with some extra cold foods, but hot foods are not permitted.
- Can we decorate the room?
- The room is already decorated as Hootah's home planet with tablecloths provided. Additional decorations, confetti cannons, piñatas and sparkler candles are not permitted.
- Are there supervision requirements?
- Yes, a minimum adult-to-child ratio of 1:5 is required, and outside entertainers such as face painters are not permitted.
- What age is it suitable for?
- The centre is designed for children aged 0 to 11.
- Where is it, and how do we book?
- It is at 383 to 387 High Street, Stratford (E15 4QZ), a few minutes from Stratford station. Enquire by email and book by phone, as payment is taken over the phone.
Reviews
4.2 / 5 based on 5 reviews.
Michelle Gayle — Rating: 3/5
Excellent for older children, but not ideal for babies. There’s lots to do for children who are past the baby stage — the activities really capture their imagination and support learning. I especially loved the baby sensory room for 0–2‑year‑olds. However, the wider Discovery area isn’t well equipped for families with small infants. Buggies have to be left outside in the garden with no security, which means anyone could take your buggy. You also end up carrying your baby and all their things around the exhibition, which isn’t great for your back. I used the first‑floor toilet to change my baby’s nappy, but the changing table was far too low and not close to the sink. This meant either putting my baby on the floor or leaving them unattended on the changer just to wash my hands. There was also nowhere safe to put the baby while using the toilet. These points could definitely be improved to make the space more baby‑friendly. That said, I can see my son really enjoying this exhibition when he is a little older.
Mandy Slavin — Rating: 5/5
Went by train, station right round the corner. Plenty of space for your buggy. Great fun for the under 5 years I'd say. Set out on two floors with an outside area. Lovely cafe with super helpful friendly staff. I would definitely go again!!!
Peng Chou — Rating: 4/5
Took my young son here recently. I think is definitely a good place for entertaining the little ones. Definitely recommended. But my young son is finding the monster funfair not that interesting as there is nothing scary at all.
Iva Milovanovic — Rating: 5/5
We had our daughter's second birthday party here yesterday. We were absolutely thrilled with the experience from start to finish. The venue is fantastic, the service was outstanding and everything ran so smoothly thanks to your team. A special thank you to Rohana, who went above and beyond throughout the entire event. She was attentive, proactive and incredibly kind making sure every detail was perfect. We truly appreciated her support. We were especially impressed with the Monsters Exhibition Center. The pictures on your website and LinkedIn don’t fully capture how incredible the space is — the exhibition and the birthday room exceeded all our expectations. The birthday room itself was immaculate, spacious and equipped with everything we needed. The team provided the cake stand, the speaker and all the little touches that made the celebration so easy and enjoyable. We were also pleasantly surprised by how affordable the pricing is given the quality of the venue and experience.
Kamila Rahman — Rating: 4/5
Creative, imaginative and full of wonder from start to finish! My children were completely absorbed in the storytelling trails, exploring the enchanting spaces and letting their imaginations run wild. The interactive exhibits are beautifully designed, and the outdoor story garden (complete with a spaceship!) was a big hit. It’s the kind of place that brings books to life and makes learning feel like an adventure. The only reason for four stars is that the space felt a bit limited.