Sandton City opens clamber area for young children
03 February 2022

· The Clever Caterpillar to keep children aged 3 – 6 entertained
· Interactive activities for young minds
· Complimentary access for shoppers

Sandton City has announced the opening of an exciting new facility for children. Themed The Clever Caterpillar, the new custom-designed clamber area, that is now open, will provide hours of fun between shopping for children aged 3 – 6 years old, in Africa’s most iconic shopping centre.

With just as many interactive activities as a caterpillar has legs, the new area is located on level 6 (the upper retail level) near Woolworths entrance. The Clever Caterpillar features a giant caterpillar-themed tunnel, a mini climbing wall, immersive games and larger-than-life toys. A reading corner, that includes arts and crafts, will keep enquiring minds busy for hours. Complete with a soft floor, bright colours and nature-themed furnishings, young hearts will delight in the cheerful, cosy and comfortable space.

There is also be a pram and trolley parking station and seating in the area for parents. Baby changing facilities are located in the bathrooms closeby. Entry to the area, that is open every from 9am – 6pm, is complimentary. Parental supervision is essential.

“We are thrilled to welcome The Clever Caterpillar to Sandton City, the next step in our journey of innovation to continue to house the best shopping experience on the African continent,” said Preston Gaddy, General Manager of Sandton City. “Families are the cornerstone of society. Building this play area is just the start of what we plan to bring to the property for family shoppers to enjoy,” he added.

Sandton City is a Covid-19 compliant shopping centre. All Covid-related regulations as well as other safety measures will be in place in the new area.

For more information or details about Sandton City, please contact Lana Maree-Arendse Lana.Maree-Arendse@epsgroup.co.za or visit www.sandtoncity.com.

ABOUT SANDTON CITY:

Sandton City Shopping Centre is renowned amongst both local and international visitors as one of Africa’s leading retail destinations. With an impressive retail, office and leisure space ranking as South Africa’s top performing retail destination in terms of trading density, Sandton City has an effective tenant leasing strategy and a low vacancy level. The shopping centre is home to over 300 of the most exciting local and international brands and presents you with a world of luxury in the exclusive Diamond Walk.

Sandton City is six-star green-star rated by the Green Building Council of South Africa. This is the first super-regional shopping centre on the African continent to achieve such a prestigious rating, representing world leadership in environmentally sustainable operational efficiencies. In accordance with the SHORE accreditation standards by international certification body SAFE Asset Group, Sandton City is certified COVID-19 compliant and has also achieved gold level status as a safe retail destination for its ability to prevent, adapt, respond to, recover and learn from operational disruptions. Adjacent to world-class hotels and mega corporate headquarters, winning multiple Best Shopping Mall awards each year, Sandton City continues to be a leader in mixed-use properties.

Sandton City is co-owned by Liberty Two Degrees, Liberty Group and Pareto Limited, and managed by JHI Retail Proprietary Limited.

For more information, please visit either www.sandtoncity.com, www.liberty2degrees.co.za, www.pareto.co.za or www.jhi.co.za.