Parties

Children's Parties

What does a children's party involve?
Your children will learn how to decorate cupcakes or cookies using a wide range of skills and techniques. The party will be in two sessions with a short break for a drink and homemade cookie in between. Our 1 hour parties include a slightly simpler second half activity.
Do the children bake?
We choose to concentrate on decorating cupcakes as more can be achieved in a shorter time.
What will the children take home?
The children will take home their beautifully decorated cakes and/or cookies which we will gift wrap for them. They will also be given a
Cake Box Certificate of Achievement.
How long are your parties?
depending on the age of your children. Below is a general guide:
• 1 hour workshop suitable for 4-6 year olds
• 1.5 hour workshop suitable for 6-11 year olds (most popular)
• 2 hour workshop suitable for 12-16 year olds
How much do your parties cost?
• 1 hour workshop - £17.50 per head
• 1.5 hour workshop - £20.00 per head
• 2 hour workshop - £25 per head
What is included for the price?
Tuition, refreshments, gift wrapped items children make, Cake Box certificate and tea and cakes for up to 4 attending adults (additional adults £3 per person) For older children we provide an optional handout pack. All these items are packaged in a white paper carry bag. If you wish to add your own items to this party bag, we are happy with this, or you can provide your own party bags.
How many children can you cater for?
The price is per head is based on a min of 6 children. We can run with less but we would ask you to pay for 6.
We can take up to 12 children but recommend 8-10 as an ideal number for this type of activity.
Do you offer a party tea?
A party tea can be provided at a cost of £6-£8 a head. You may also bring your own tea/food boxes at a cover charge of £2.00 per head. When writing your invitations, don't forget that having a tea will add 30 minutes to the length of the party. If bringing your own tea, you will also need to provide plates and napkins and drinks. You can reuse the cups we offer half time drinks in.
Party Menu 1 - Sandwich Tea
A selection of grated cheddar cheese, jam, ham or filling of your choice: 1.5 rounds per person
Crisps and mini cheese biscuits
Cucumber, grapes, carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes
strawberries, 2 mini cupcakes each
Drinks:
Squash, fruit juice, milk & water.
Price: £6 per head
Additional or alternative items can be provided, price to be agreed.
Party Menu 2 - Pizza Tea
Pizza of your choice served hot, 3 slices per child
Garlic bread
Grated carrot and cucumber salad
Ice cream of choice with chocolate sauce and fresh fruit salad
Drinks:
Squash, fruit juice, milk & water.
Price: £8 per head
Additional or alternative items can be provided, price to be agreed.
What about a birthday cake?
Well, of course we are the right people to ask! We can create you a cake at a special party rate. We also offer a cupcake and candle for £3, if you just want a token cake to sing happy Birthday to. You can also bring your own cake if you wish, for a charge of £3 to cover cutting and wrapping for you.
What party themes do you have?
Here are some ideas for you to choose from. Some of these ideas are best suited to cupcakes, some to cookies and some to both. If you want something slightly different, we are happy to discuss your ideas.
Teddy bears - Jungle animals - Transport - Cars and boats - Ballet underwater world - Mini-beasts - Dogs and cats - Robots and machines- Snowy princesses - Pirates - Farmyard animals - Space travel - Owls - Flowers and butterflies - Hedgehogs - Witches and wizards - Superheros - Alice in Wonderland -
Ghosts and monsters - Unicorns and rainbows
How early do I need to book?
Our children's parties are very popular and weekend dates in particular get booked up in advance. If you are interested in booking a party it is sensible to pencil in your date as early as possible. To confirm and secure the booking we ask for a 50% deposit and will fill out a party planner sheet with you. This can be done in person or online. This party planner is vital to ensure that all details are clear so that everything runs smoothly on the day.
When do I have to pay?
50% deposit to confirm booking, balance on the day of party.
How do I pay?
Payment can be made by card (including American Express), cash, cheque (subject to clearance) or online banking:
Account name: The Cake Box (Hampton)
Sort code: 20 42 76
Account number: 33 71 94 72
What other services can you offer?
We can provide sugarcraft tools for you to add to your party bag from our range in the shop. You can bring your own balloons, themed napkins, etc free of charge.
What if numbers change?
I weeks notice or more - no problem, up or down
Less than 1 week's notice -if we have arranged staff and/or baked for the original numbers we may have to charge you for the full number should people pull out. We can usually add extra places if there is enough seating space, unless it is very short notice and we have already baked.
What happens if I have to cancel?
1 weeks notice or more - your deposit will be returned.
Less than 1 weeks notice - a credit note for the deposit will be given to use for anything from The Cake Box within 2 months.
If, due to unforeseen circumstances we have to cancel, a full refund will be given to you.
Looking after your children
Joanna is a trained early year's teacher and has a paediatric first aid certificate and an enhanced DBS clearance. We ensure that the staff levels match the age and needs of the children. For parties for 5-6 year olds we ask that a familiar adult stay on the premises at all times. We suggest that toilet trips are supervised by you/another parent. Older children can be left under our care. We ask for a list of children's names and any special needs or allergies and would ask that you have contact details of all parents with you.
When should we arrive on the day?
We suggest that the birthday family arrive about 10-15 minutes before the start time so that they can be there to welcome their guests. When inviting your guests, please make it clear that the party takes the form of a workshop which needs to start on time in order to finish on time. We have travel and parking information on our website. We are close to the Hampton Football club, where games start at 3.00pm on Saturday, so allow extra time for parking at this time. Older children can be dropped off outside the shop if parents are happy with this. There are no other parking restrictions on Saturday.