Planning a party? Hiring a bouncy castle is one of the easiest ways to bring instant fun, smiles, and serious energy to your event – but even the best plans can hit a bump if a few details slip through the cracks.
At Best Party Hire, we’ve seen it all (yes – including the time someone forgot the party was at a field with no electricity 🙈). So here’s our quickfire guide to the top 5 things people forget when booking – and how to make sure your party goes off without a hitch!
1️⃣ Do You Have Enough Space?
It sounds obvious, but you’d be surprised how often we arrive and the castle just won’t fit.
Always check:
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Width, length and height (especially for indoor venues!)
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Room for mats, the blower and space to walk around it safely
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Obstacles like low-hanging branches, walls, fences or flowerbeds
👉 Tip: Every castle on www.bestpartyhire.com has its dimensions listed – just measure up and you're good to go!
2️⃣ Is There Electricity Nearby?
Most inflatables need a constant power supply. That means:
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An outdoor plug socket or one that can be reached via extension
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A hall with wall sockets close to the setup area
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Or, if you’re on a field – we’ll need to talk generator hire (yes, we can help!)
Don’t leave this one until the morning of – we promise it’s worth a quick check now! 🔌
3️⃣ Have You Thought About the Weather?
British weather, eh? Glorious one day, sideways rain the next.
☀️ Sunny: Great! Consider adding some garden games or ride-ons
🌧️ Rainy: We’ve got indoor-friendly castles perfect for halls
💨 Windy: We can’t set up outdoors if winds exceed safety limits (we always check this for you)
P.S. If the forecast turns, we’ll always work with you on rescheduling or moving indoors ❤️
4️⃣ Have You Got Supervision Sorted?
Bouncy castles aren’t babysitters (sadly).
Every inflatable needs constant adult supervision – someone to:
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Monitor numbers (max capacity depends on age and size)
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Step in if kids get too boisterous
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Keep little ones safe and smiling
We provide all the safety guidance, and our team are happy to give a demo when we deliver.
5️⃣ Have You Left Enough Time for Setup?
We’re fast – but we’re not magic (yet 😄).
For your stress-free party setup, remember:
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Allow at least 30 minutes before guests arrive
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Tell your venue a castle is being delivered (some want proof of insurance – we’ve got it covered ✅)
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Don’t forget we need access for the van and space to unload safely
💡 Final Thoughts
It might sound like a lot, but that’s what we’re here for! At Best Party Hire, we make party planning as easy as pie 🥧 (the good kind – not the one you forget in the oven).
Whether it’s a superhero slide, toddler soft play or an all-out obstacle course – we’ve got the fun and the know-how.
📞 Call Luke on 07761 907 472
🌐 Book online at www.bestpartyhire.com
📍 Based in South Warwickshire, covering Leamington, Warwick, Stratford, Banbury & beyond!
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