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The CocoaBean Company

Ashland, Kirkcudbright DG6 4PB, Scotland
01557 860608
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4.5 of 5 stars 25 Reviews
Type: Factory Tours
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westhoughton
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

had some friends come to stay with us in gatehouse of fleet we have taken them every time they come to stay asked the children what they wanted to do they said go to the chocolate factory they have been 6 times up to now they love it will be back in july More

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Lanarkshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Have visited here frequently when holidaying in the area. It is such a brilliant facility that caters for children of all ages. The inside and outside play area provided hours of fun for my kids. Dont always take part in the chocolate making workshops but when the kids have, they thoroughly enjoy it. Varied menu also - suits all taste... More

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Newton Stewart, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

With regard to the recent review by Jam973 Dumfries, I feel compelled to write as unfortunately we were the other family involved, in what was a simple case of children being children and having a fall out. To start my reply, I do agree with the family’s statement that it was witnessed by other users of the facility, with whom... More

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Wellington, Somerset
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

We had a day out here whilst on holiday in the area, it was really enjoyable for all of us. For £10.50 each our children had a workshop of about 40 mins which they thoroughly enjoyed and came away with about 3 items each. a Lot of the indoor play area isn't really visible for parents so we didn't always... More

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Dumfries
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012
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Much of the indoor play area is out of sight from parents in the cafe, and they are unable to see a ball pool on the second level. There is no supervision or cameras in this area. Our 2 older boys were playing happily in the ball pool, with our younger 6 and 2 year olds. One of our sons... More

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Avive Asbridge, Manager at The CocoaBean Company, responded to this review
24 April 2012

Firstly I would like to say that I’m glad that your children enjoyed the chocolate making and that you thought the staff were fantastic. I am sorry to hear that there was a negative side to your visit and that you feel, as a result, that you won’t return. It is a shame, as you felt so strongly, that you... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

£10.50 for each child to make 3 substantial chocolates - with a fun instructor. The have a brand new indoor play area - loads of tunnels and slides - good for most ages. The cafe is reasonably priced and the outdoor play area seems to be getting bigger and bigger. Overall I'd say it was great value More

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Bishop Auckland, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Spent last day of our holiday at this wonderful chocoalte factory, our second visit, its a great day out for the kids, very reasonbly priced and lots to do, only wish we had one in our area, the kids love it More

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Ayr, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

Me and my husband took our two kids aged 2 and 8 and they had such a good time. It’s well worth the money as they had 40mins making chocolate goodies and they had fun in the play area indoors and outdoors. We had a lovely lunch and all the staff is really friendly and helpful. Kids can’t wait for... More

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Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

Thoroughly enjoyable in the dry weather. In the rain much of the activity is not usable. The chocolate workshop is good and fun but watch the timings in. I took 2 young people and we were hurried along as a birthday party was starting. The price is not cheap. If you don't mind the price and get a full workshop... More

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Manchester
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012

Our children (aged 4 and 6) absolutely loved this place. So much for them to do. They both went into the workshop and made 3 chocolate treats to bring home, as well as being able to keep their hair nets and aprons! Both the indoor and outdoor play areas were great. Facilities were all clean and well looked after. I... More

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