PPA Suppliers

 Company Background

Booker supply approximately 305,000 catering businesses and 73,000 independent retailers and operate from 172 cash and carry branches throughout the United Kingdom as well as having a national delivery service.

Offer to PPA Members

A 5% rebate scheme on all non tobacco products, excluding phone cards & VAT purchases from 1st July 2011 until the 30th June 2012. Rebates are paid quarterly to PPA members.

Testimonial

Our local Booker branch has always provided exceptional service – even picking up on potential ‘miss orders’ prior to delivery and checking that I really need those extra items outside my standard order profile but now as key PPA partners - the added value of on line ordering, FREE delivery service and the quarterly 5% rebate on my purchases makes the weekly stock management process a lot less painful !!- Tracey Bancroft, Ezeeeplay 

Company Background
We provide the highest quality Employment Law, HR, Health & Safety and related business support services to employers. Our service is based on providing you with unlimited support for a fixed fee and we are able to offer significant benefits and discounts to PPA members.

Offer to PPA Members
PPA members will benefit from 10% discount when purchasing Ellis Whittam services. Further discounts may be applied when a PPA member purchases both Employment and Health & Safety services.

Testimonial

“One of the main benefits from working with Ellis Whittam has been the on-line access we get to the appropriate employment law or health & safety documents. It gives us great peace of mind to know that all the correct documentation is available and that the relevant documents have been specifically tailored for our business.” - Sharon Murdoch, Funworld Leisure

Company Background
TL Dallas are a specialist insurance company for Children’s Indoor Play Centres. As a result of our connection with the Play Providers Association (PPA) and the Association of Play Industries (API) we now place premiums in excess of £1,500,000 into the insurance market on behalf of play related companies.

Offer to PPA Members
PPA members benefit from a £100.00 discount from their insurance premium

Testimonial

We have used TL Dallas as our insurance broker for a number of years, they are always helpful and friendly and because of their experience of the play industry they are able to give us relevant advice and negotiate the best rates on our behalf. We are more than satisfied with the excellent service we receive - Paul Lott, The Jungle, Warrington

Company Background
Fruitina are an international supplier of a variety of Slush, Thickshake, Iced Coffee and Smoothie drinks accross 14 countries. We are dedicated to providing an innovative range of frozen drinks and equipment.

Offer to PPA Members
Competitive pricing for all PPA members, Supply of all machines and additional equipment Free on Loan and Marketing for PPA members at site level eg- POS, meal boxes, yard cups

Testimonial

Frutina have a very good sales team that are always willing to help, the same rep calls often to see if there is any problems and to tell you about any new products they have. Ordering is just as easy just pick up the phone and there friendly staff are there to help. Frutina also come on a regular basis and service the machine for us.

Company Background
Pizza & Baguette Ltd make hand-makes PIZZA, BAGUETTE, CIABATTA and other baked products in a purpose built modern factory. All of our products are delivered READY-MADE and frozen to keep PREPARATION TIME and WASTAGE to an absolute minimum.

Offer to PPA Members
Our PPA offer is for Free of Charge oven rentals to PPA members. Usually we either sell the ovens or rent them, however we propose to waive these fees for PPA members.

Testimonial

"We've just started selling Pizzas and Bruschettas at our new site, and have received an excellent service from Pizza and Baguette, with great fast delivery, even on a Bank Holiday! They have provided us with two pizza ovens which are so simple to use, anyone can cook pizza, and the products are top rate! Their yummy Pizzas are a real hit with the kids, and the bruschettas are going down a storm with the adults. They are flying out so fast we're struggling to keep up with ordering stock!"

Company Background
With over 20 years of experience in Ice Cream distribution, delivering to all sectors of the market – independents, multiples, leisure, travel… this makes Ice Cream World the best route to market.

Offer to PPA Members
Exclusive prices offered to PPA member sites

Company Background
As part of the world’s largest food and beverage company, Nestlé Professional is extremely knowledgeable about your customers, your needs and your pathways to profitable growth.

Company Background
Smart Dragon is the PPA selected supplier of laser games for play centres. We currently have 48 customers throughout the UK and we’re growing rapidly.

Offer to PPA Members
There are two Begeara offers to PPA members: Either members can have a discount of £250 on an outright purchase or take advantage of a trial of Begeara for 3 months.

Testimonial

“The service from Zone Leisure Technology (formerly Smart Dragon) has been second to none, nothing is too much trouble. Laser parties have increased our party revenue by approximately 20%, adding a new dimension, and attracting slightly older children who consider themselves too old for a traditional soft play party. The system is simple to use and operate, and we are now into our 2nd year with it, and getting repeat party bookings to come back again and again. We love it!”- Clare Miles (RITJ)

Company Background
For over 40 years, World of Rides has been the leading UK manufacturer of children's leisure rides in the United Kingdom.From our premises in County Durham we supply major shopping centres, retailers, visitor attractions, fun farms, holiday parks, garden centres and family entertainment centres with our range of pollution free, battery powered and pedal powered rides, as well as our sports ability games.

Offer to PPA Members
PPA members benefit from a 2.5% discount off all World of Ride purchases.

Testimonial

''World of Rides have provided my company with great service, both before, and most importantly, after we purchased our four electric quad bikes early last year. They are always available to talk through stupid queries we may have, and are quick to send parts that we may need.... with some free lollipops in the box! I have no hesitation to recommend them and I am very happy with the quads! Great family business with traditional values and great customer service!'' - Janice Dunphy, Creepy Crawlies

Company Background
Ez-Runner’s team have been providing software solutions to the Leisure industry for over fifteen years, first breaking into the Play sector in 2004 with Kidsports and later in 2005 when they formed a partnership with Gambado that is still flourishing today.

Offer to PPA Members
Ez Runner have 3 packages available with prices exclusive to PPA members

Testimonial

“We have worked with Ez-Runner since launching the business in 2005. During this time I believe the secret to this success has been a true partnership approach. Ez-Runner have engaged with my team to understand our needs as a business in the Play sector, then translate these into the technical solutions I need to manage and report on our business day to day. The latest updates see Gambado taking its services to new levels through the one centralized and on-line solution through our growing group. I am very pleased with my decision to invest in Ez-Runner and look forward to a continued successful relationship.” - Iain Westwater, Gambado

Company Background
Smart Entertainment Ltd supplies on line booking services, POS systems and Party Management software to the leisure and sporting industry with a variety of custom products.  

Offer to PPA Members
BookMyParty party management and online party selling software AND Smart Book EPOS till and membership management software

Testimonial

"Smart Entertainment had all we knew we needed, but so much more, their many years in the play industry shone through offering me solutions and opportunities I had not considered" - Martin Hannah, The Bubbles Factory

Company Background
Rijo 42 has been trading for over 20 years, having been established since 1989. We are the largest independent supplier of the finest coffee blends and state of the art coffee equipment in the UK.

Offer to PPA Members
We will discount any machine we supply by 10% to a registered PPA member or a referral from the PPA respectively. We will include 2,000 free hot drinks with any machine ordered. In addition to this, we will also include enough free coffee to cover the centres PPA annual subscription (dependant on each site). The price for consumables will be discounted by 15% for registered PPA members. All service and maintenance of equipment is free of charge for as long as the equipment is in situ

Company Background
To accompany our variety of nutritious, (Soil Association approved) organic baby meals, we provide venues with suitable bowls and spoon sets (Smallganics branded) as well as colourful, informative menu’s

Offer to PPA Members
We would like to offer all PPA members an exclusive 5% discount on all food orders.

Company Background
Sarum Colourview offers printing services to businesses and voluntary groups throughout the UK. The company specialises in providing promotional material for multi-site organisations.  

Offer to PPA Members
PPA members will receive a 20% discount on standard prices.

Company Background
timto is a unique online present service for children’s birthdays that compliments PPA members existing birthday packages and will help increase party bookings and links with your community and schools.

Offer to PPA Members
Our unique service is designed to make children’s birthdays special, it differs from a traditional wish list (e.g. weddings) as gifts are bought collectively, rather than individually. This means that exciting presents can be given which are normally out of the price range of individual guest.

Testimonial

“We are always looking to find fun ways of adding a new dimension to our birthday party offering. Having the option for our customers to use timto’s service means that we can a support Children’s Hospice South West, which is something I am delighted to be able to do.” - Harry Stevens, Playspace

Company Background
Blue Box Socks is a leading supplier of disposable footwear in the UK and internationally.

Offer to PPA Members
We would like to provide all members of the PPA with a £10.00 discount for every box of socks purchased.

Company Background
Shopper Anonymous specialize in helping independent businesses improve their customer service through our mystery shopping programs. We work with hundreds of independently owned businesses across the UK, including more than 25 play canters. In 2010 we also mystery shop the PPA annual award nominations.

Offer to PPA Members
We shall ensure are prices for PPA members are 5% less than non members. Prices depend on the number of outlets and complexity of visits.

Company Background
Currency Tech is delighted to be the PPA’s selected supplier of cash handling equipment. As an independent family owned business we strive to offer the highest level of customer service possible and feel that we have selected the most appropriate models from our product range for you, the PPA members.

Offer to PPA Members
Exclusive discounts available to PPA members on cash counting products.

Company Background

SL Kids provide a range of modular, high quality, robust play equipment suitable for children from pre-school to school age. Our play elements are specifically  designed to be educational and fun.

 Offer to PPA member's

PPA Member's benefit from a discount of between 8 and 10%, depending on the type of play product required. For more information about specific product discounts, please contact us directly. Higher levels of discount may be also available for volume orders.

PPA Members are also offered priority access to SL Kids special offers which will be announced through marketing bulletins or via direct email campaigns. These may occur to promote new products or upgrades, or in co-operation with Instore Kids Corner global campaigns. 

Company Background

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Offer to PPA Members

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Company Background

Be My Bear was established by Pippa and Jane in 2001 and was one of the first companies to market the concept in the UK. In essence, you choose a bear skin, stuff it (mechanically or manually), make a wish and give it a name - and then choose from a vast range of accessories to dress and customise your bear. Be My Bear (Play Centres) is specifically designed to offer your play centres the opportunity to enter this profitable world, significantly enhance your party offering, increase your secondary spend and encourage repeat visits

Offer to PPA Members

Introductory start up package includes...  

50 x 15” Premium assorted bear/animal skins(stuffing, stars, birth cert. and invitations) and 50 x Be My Bear branded deluxe large carry bags
Total £250 (Including Delivery)