Europe’s first NERF Action Xperience attraction opens in Manchester

Posted on 20th November 2023 By Billy Langsworthy

NERF, Hasbro, Chris Hayes, Rocafella Leisure

Europe’s first NERF Action Xperience attraction has opened at Manchester’s Trafford Palazzo.

Situated on the ground floor at Trafford Palazzo and spanning 35,000 square feet, the attraction features four NERF zones, including thematic blaster battlegrounds, training activities and a NERF sports arena.

The venue is managed by Manchester-based entertainment specialists Rocafella Leisure under license from Hasbro.

“We had a clear vision of what we wanted to achieve, and I’m incredibly proud of our team for bringing that to fruition,” said Chris Hayes, Rocafella Leisure’s Chief Executive Officer.

“The initial feedback has accelerated our plans to expand the concept into further regions throughout the UK.”

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