About Family and Friends

For almost 6 years we have enjoyed a whole generation of new babies who have now headed off to school; we are proud to say Family and Friends continue to be Prescot's premier family play and party venue.

A year ago we welcomed our new lease holders, Alexandra and Michael Leonard (Alex and Mike) who along with the next generation of young guests, wasted no time finding their feet at Family and Friends.

Keep scrolling to read the Leonards story and meet their team; use the tabs below to see the changes.

For over 10 years Mike's talented craftsmanship has complimented Alex's unique design, setting the tone for their Gracie's brand and delivering bespoke character and style to Merseyside's events and occasions. 

Driven by their success, the couple aspired to a venue to combine occasion design with family fun and celebrations. A request for birthday balloons in 2023 meant Alex and Mike wouldbe sprinkling their kind of magic upon Family and Friends!

After months of planning and a truck full of deliveries, we handed over the keys on February 4th 2024; the day our big reading tree crashed to floor!

They installed a baby corner;  gave the cafe a new look; updated the role play; replaced the toys; scrubbed every inch; and shampooed our cosy carpets. With character, creativeness and energy poured into the play centre, Alex and Mike created a space to be proud of and guests love.

Alex and Mike forged a small team of familar, local faces, whose skills and experience compliment one another well; together, they provide a warm welcome and a touch of something special for you and your little people

We are pleased to say that after almost 5 years as a valued staff member, Mandy remains a popular face at  Family and Friends where she continues in her role with Alex and Mike.