New franchises for Funky Monkeys

The firm, which was founded in 2008 now has eight outlets across the north.

It will open new franchises in Newport, Wales and Stockton in England signalling a change in pace for the soft-play brand.

Mark Simpson, director of Funky Monkeys said: “We’ve established a great brand and reputation in Northern Ireland so the move across the water seems like a natural progression for the business.

“We hope these values, as well as our newly established links with such a well known brand as Tesco, will help to establish the Funky Moneys name in the rest of the UK.”