PELHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Looking for a way to get the kids, and the teens, off their screens and actually talking to each other? A Pelham couple has built the ultimate solution that’s new in the neighborhood.
Meet Ken and Lelah Turner, the local owners of .
What started as a high-tech indoor mini-golf course has officially expanded into a full-scale family playground featuring retro arcade games, pinball, and a massive virtual sports simulator.
“We noticed that none of the young adults or anybody had their phones out,” says owner Ken Turner. “They would take a picture, put it up, and enjoy the company they’re with. I think that’s huge this day and age.”
Here is why Putter Up is Pelham’s coolest new spot for family quality time:
1. High-tech mini golf, without the Alabama heat
Forget swatting mosquitoes or sweating in the summer heat. Putter Up features a 9-hole indoor course complete with glow-in-the-dark FX lighting, custom soundscapes, virtual caddies, and automated scoring.
“It’s more arcade-style putt-putt,” Ken says. “It’s indoors, and it’s a lot of fun.” Plus, if your family is competitive, you can play a second round to get a full 18-hole experience.
2. A sweet dose of pinball nostalgia
Lelah Turner loves watching the older generation share their favorite childhood pastimes with the younger ones.
“We had a granddad with his two grandkids come in earlier this week,” Lelah recalls. “The granddad was able to show his little grandson how to play the pinball machines because they had never seen one before. Then they’re running over: ‘Oh, I won this prize!’ We started this for families and friends to come together and spend good quality time.”
3. Step inside a 16.5-foot multi-sport simulator
If your kids love sports, they will lose their minds over the massive virtual simulator. “The simulator has about 30 different games you can play,” Lelah says. “From lacrosse to football, baseball, and all the golf courses you can imagine.”
4. Fully inclusive fun (ADA Compliant)
The Turners designed the space so nobody has to sit on the sidelines. Lelah remembers a recent visit from a family where one member was in a wheelchair and thought she couldn’t participate.
“Ken was like, ‘Hey, we have a putter and it’s longer, it extends, so if you need to hit it at an angle...’” Lelah says. “She was so excited.”
5. Parent-approved food & green cup drinks
You can easily pair your family playtime with a great meal. You are welcome to bring food and drinks right inside from neighboring Campus 124 favorites like Half Shell Oyster House, The Beer Hog, and Valhalla. Grab a drink in their signature green cup, bring it over, and enjoy!
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