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Sensory Play Ballymoney, Co. Antrim

Through the Looking Glass

A calm sensory play space in Ballymoney for babies, children and adults with sensory needs — a gentle place to relax, play and learn.

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BallymoneyCo. Antrim
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BallymoneyCo. Antrim

Something a little different and genuinely lovely — a calm, inclusive sensory space in Ballymoney for babies, children and adults with sensory needs. Glowing bubble tubes, gentle lights and soft, quiet play, somewhere to relax, explore and learn at your own pace.

  • What it is — a sensory play space, not a big climbing frame: bubble tubes, fibre-optic lights and calm, tactile play designed to soothe and engage.
  • For everyone — built for babies, children and adults with sensory needs too, with an unhurried, inclusive feel.
  • Calm by design — quiet, low-lit and gentle, so it suits children who find big, loud soft plays overwhelming.
  • Booked sessions — it runs on booked sessions rather than drop-in, which keeps it calm and uncrowded.
  • Check before you go. Session times and prices are best confirmed on their Facebook page (Through the Looking Glass NI) before you travel.
Plan your visit

Book a session — check their Facebook

Through the Looking Glass runs on booked sessions to keep the space calm and uncrowded, so it's best to reserve ahead. Session times and prices change, so confirm current details on their Facebook page (Through the Looking Glass NI) before you travel. It's a specialist sensory space in Ballymoney — a gentle, inclusive alternative to the big frames for children (and adults) who need a quieter environment.

Calm sensory room Babies & SEN welcome All ages Booked sessions
Two to remember:

It's a calm, booked-session sensory space rather than a drop-in soft play — confirm current session times and prices on their Facebook (Through the Looking Glass NI) before you travel.

Before you set off

What to bring

  • 🧦Comfy socksA cosy, calm space — comfy clothes and socks suit it.
  • 🧸A comfort itemA favourite toy or comforter can help little ones settle.
  • 📱Your bookingIt runs on booked sessions — check ahead on their Facebook.
  • 🎧Ear defenders (if needed)It’s designed to be calm, but bring what helps your child feel at ease.
Good to know

Everything before you go

What it is
A calm, inclusive sensory play space for babies, children and adults with sensory needs — bubble tubes, lights and gentle tactile play.
Best for
All ages, with a particular welcome for children and adults with additional or sensory needs.
Booking
Runs on booked sessions — check availability on their Facebook page.
Hours & cost
Session times and prices change — confirm current details on their Facebook (Through the Looking Glass NI).
Accessibility
Designed to be calm and inclusive for sensory needs. Contact them to talk through what your child needs.
Location
Ballymoney, Co. Antrim — confirm the exact address when booking.
Questions

Before you go

Is this a normal soft play?
No — it's a calm sensory space rather than a big climbing frame, with bubble tubes, lights and gentle play. Lovely for children who find busy soft plays overwhelming.
Who is it for?
Babies, children and adults with sensory needs — it's an inclusive, unhurried space for everyone.
Do I need to book?
Yes — it runs on booked sessions, so check availability and times on their Facebook page before you go.
How much is it?
Prices are per session and change, so confirm the current rate on their Facebook (Through the Looking Glass NI).
Getting there

Through the Looking Glass NI is in Ballymoney, Co. Antrim — confirm the exact address and session times on their Facebook page when you book.

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The story

Ballymoney's calm sensory space

Through the Looking Glass NI is a sensory play space in Ballymoney, created as a calm, inclusive place for babies, children and adults with sensory needs to relax, play and learn new skills. Rather than a big, loud climbing frame, it leans into gentle, tactile sensory play — bubble tubes, lights and soft seating.

It's a smaller, specialist spot run on booked sessions to keep things calm and unhurried — a genuinely welcome alternative on the North Coast for families whose children need a quieter environment. Check their Facebook page for current session times and prices.