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Fancy Dresses, Children’S Party Buffets

Once Upon A Party

Once Upon A Party is a company that specializes in providing children's party buffets and fancy dresses. They also have a wide range of clothing and fashion items available. In addition, they offer services in restaurants, bars, and pubs. The company is located in Eastleigh, England.

Introduction to Once Upon A Party

Once Upon A Party is a company that specializes in providing children's party buffets and fancy dresses. The company's aim is to make every child's party a magical and memorable experience. Once Upon A Party was founded by a group of parents who were unhappy with the lack of quality party services available for children. The company's unique approach to party planning and their attention to detail sets them apart from other companies in the same industry.

Services & Products

Once Upon A Party offers a variety of services for children's parties including themed party packages, custom party planning, and fancy dress rental. Customers can choose from a wide selection of pre-made party packages or work with the company to create a custom party that fits their specific needs. The company also offers a range of fancy dress costumes for both children and adults.

Location

Once Upon A Party is located on 90 High St in the town of Eastleigh, England. The area is known for its bustling town center which is home to many restaurants, bars, and pubs. Customers can expect to find a variety of clothing and fashion stores in the area as well. The company is conveniently located near several public transportation options including the Eastleigh train station, the Southampton Airport Parkway train station, and the Southampton Airport which are all within 2 miles of the company.

Benefits

Customers should choose Once Upon A Party because of their unique approach to party planning and their attention to detail. The company's experienced staff will work with customers to create a memorable and magical party that fits their specific needs. The company also offers a wide selection of fancy dress costumes for both children and adults which adds an extra level of fun to any party.

Good to Know

Customers should be aware that Once Upon A Party requires a deposit for all party bookings which is non-refundable. The company also has a strict cancellation policy which should be reviewed prior to booking.

Reviews

Customers have raved about Once Upon A Party's attention to detail and the magical experience they provide for children's parties. Customers have also praised the company's fancy dress rental service and their ability to work with customers to create custom party packages.

Amenities

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    party room
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    catering
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    entertainment
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    decorations
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    face painting
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    balloon animals
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    music
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    games
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    prizes
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    food
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    drinks
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    cake
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    ice cream
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    specialty plates
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    allergy-friendly options
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    kid-friendly menu
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    wi-fi
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    in-store shopping
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    gift card

FAQ

What types of fancy dresses do you offer?

We offer a wide variety of fancy dresses for children's parties, including princess dresses, superhero costumes, and many other options to fit any theme or preference.

Is there a limit on the number of children who can attend the party?

We do not have a set limit on the number of children who can attend our parties. We can accommodate parties of various sizes and will work with you to ensure everyone has a great time.

How long does it take to receive a custom order?

The time it takes to receive a custom order for fancy dresses can vary depending on the specific order and details. However, we strive to complete all orders as quickly as possible while maintaining the highest quality standards.

What is your return policy for fancy dresses?

We want our customers to be completely satisfied with their fancy dress orders. If for any reason you are not happy with your purchase, please contact us and we will do our best to resolve the issue. We do have a return policy in place for certain situations, and we will provide all necessary details upon request.

What is the cost per child and what is included in the price?

Our pricing for children's parties varies depending on the specific package and options selected. We offer a range of packages that include different activities, such as games, crafts, and entertainment. Our packages also include food and drinks for the children, as well as any necessary party supplies. Please contact us for specific pricing and package details.

Reviews

  • Anna Walczak-Ugwu

    Great place for girls birthday parties. Interesting program, good service

    22-05-2023

  • Tanya Smith

    My daughter had her 4th birthday party here and had a great time. The girls who were Elsa and Anna made sure my daughter was the centre of attention whilst also making all of the other guests feel special. The venue is beautiful and is a perfect set up for the party. The cafe is a bonus for parents who stay! Thank you OUAP!!

    29-03-2023

  • B-Side UK

    Had my twins 4th birthday party here recently. Would definitely recommend! Really well organised and the hosts did a great job entertaining the kids.

    29-03-2023

  • Gemma

    My daughter had her 5th birthday party here and it was amazing. Friendly party hosts who were great with the kids and the children were always kept busy with lots of different crafts, games and dancing. Would recommend to everyone.

    28-02-2023

  • Lia

    Another wonderful party. This is the second time that my daughter has had her party here and it’s fab. Staff are so friendly and the girls loved every minute. I can’t recommend this place enough as it is such a magical experience for children. Nothing is too much trouble and the venue is a perfect setting for kids and also adults that want to stay for a coffee. If you are thinking about booking - you won’t be disappointed. .

    29-01-2023

  • Juhi Joshi

    Lovely experience for kids. Lovely arrangements.

    29-11-2022

  • Kirsty and Steven Hughes

    Our daughter had a princess party here for her 6th birthday and thoroughly enjoyed herself. The venue is nicely decorated and the facilities were clean and well maintained. The activities were age appropriate and we found the hosts to be attentive and polite. The venue owner couldn’t have been more helpful in the lead up to the party, answering all my questions promptly. We were particularly impressed with the little touches, such as the tea and coffee provided for parents watching - and the sweet box invitations were a particular hit! Yes the food could be slightly more imaginative and there is not much space for parents to stay and watch (although there is a handy cafe on site if you did want to stay nearby), but the children all seemed to have fun and our daughter declared afterwards that it was the ‘best party ever’!

    29-10-2022

  • Casey Pearson

    I booked this venue for my Daughter's 6th birthday. Thinking it would be a magical fairytale experience. But unfortunately was the total opposite. One party hostess clearly didn't want to be their and spoke abruptly to the children. Dresses looked tatty had no magical touch. Children were left with no hostess to occupy them while they both went and sorted the cake! Food was basic and dry. For dessert the children had a cheap cupcake, with a custard cream and some rainbow drops. Whole experience apart from the venue was far from a fairytale ending. Would not recommend booking a party here. Contacted the owners but they are clearly not interested.

    29-10-2022

  • Courtney Hills

    My daughter had a party there today after a good review from a friends party previously. I was very disappointed to say the least. The party hostess was rude, clearly did not like her job, was moaning at children during the games, explaining the rules as if they were a lot older and then getting annoyed when they didn't understand. Many of the children were saying how moody she was. The food came out, tiny servings, carrots were dry as if they'd been left out all day, dessert was a cheap fairy cake and some rainbow drops. For the amount paid i am utterly disgusted in the way the children were treated. This was my daughters first ever birthday party and it isn't one id like to remember! The girls were young (fair enough, everyone deserves a chance) but come on, to speak to the kids like rubbish and moan at them when playing games is vile. Very poorly set up and managed, despite the venue being absolutely beautiful. Will not be recommending this venue to anyone anytime soon.

    29-10-2022

  • Toni Hooper

    We attended a birthday party 9f a friends child. The lady behind the til was very welcoming and professional. The princesses then walked in with their McDonald's and normal clothing before reappearing in a plain coloured dress in the style of a princess. She couldn't remember the birthday girls name and asked me for this before going to check with her colleague and returning. If this was my party, I'd feel quite disheartened by this. The venue itself is stunning, hence giving this review any stars at all. The party was basically some cheap crafts (colouring, beads on plastic tie and sticking some foam stickers). The main princess leading seemed miserable, she wasn't fun, didnt have any rapport with the kids and she always played the music so incredibly loud we had to keep asking for it to be turned down. The facepainting was very poor and really not worth the effort. The princesses also put glitter in the hair of the kids.....we've washed it 3 times and its not out yet. This isn't glitter that is designed to be used on hair of face, its fine glitter and dangerous if it gets in eyes. The food was to a very poor standard. They were served 2 small triangles each, one with a single wafer thin slice of ham and the other with the smallest of smearing of cream cheese. They had obviously been prepared in advance because the bread was stale. Dessert was a bowl of cheap rainbow drops, 1 party ring and 1 cheap cake. Drinks were either water or orange, so basic too. The princesses both disappeared at lunch for a break, which was disappointing, especially as this is when kids normally like chatting to them. The disco at the end was the best bit, not only because it meant the party was over but because there were lights and music. To also add, one of the princesses was wearing a broken bra which was on show the entire time of the party, and they were regularly having to readjust their dresses. The party game prizes were all sweets and then the party bag was just sweets.....it really wasn't great. Overall I would not recommend. The party was run by teenagers, who didn't appear to want to be there, and certainly didn't have any princess spirit. The party felt cheap, but I know it wasn't. I would never pay for a party package here unless some changes were made to the princesses and quality of food. Such a shame, because its such a beautiful room.

    29-07-2022