https://somersetdaily.co.uk/tags/jollyjumpers/Recent content in jollyjumpers on Somerset DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usFri, 10 Jul 2026 11:15:22 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/somerset-soft-play-centre-battles-rising-costs-ahead-of-summer-holidays/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:15:22 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/somerset-soft-play-centre-battles-rising-costs-ahead-of-summer-holidays/Jolly Jumpers Playzone, a popular soft play centre in Bridgwater, Somerset, is facing a challenging summer as soaring costs threaten its survival. This family-run venue, operated by the Welham family for over a decade, has been a cherished community hub for thousands of families celebrating milestones like birthdays and first steps. Manager Emily Welham, 25, who has been part of the team since age 14, explained the centre’s current struggles: “We’ve seen an overwhelming rise in expenses—staff wages, utilities, business rates, insurance, and essential maintenance have all increased significantly.