Cost of Hiring a Bouncy Castle
If you're wondering how much to hire a bouncy castle, then the average cost is around £90, but the real question is: what kind of experience do you want? Whether you're organising a birthday, community event, or school fair in Sheffield or Chesterfield, bouncy castle hire prices vary because suppliers offer very different levels of service, safety and equipment. Main services: bouncy castle hire.
Why Do Bouncy Castle Prices Vary So Much
Prices are different from company to company for several common reasons. A pricier supplier often invests in:
- Regular deep-cleaning and sanitising of castles 🧼
- Reliable delivery and collection times with professional vans 🚚
- High-quality, newer inflatables that last longer and look better (and actually bounce) 🎪
- Safety extras like anchoring, mats, and supervision guidance 🛡️ - See our safety page here
- Proper insurance and payment options ✅
Cheaper companies may charge less because they cut costs on one or more of those items — older equipment, fewer safety extras, informal delivery arrangements/cancellations, or lower maintenance standards. That explains why the cost of hiring a bouncy castle can range so widely.
What a More Expensive (Better) Company Typically Includes
- Clean, regularly sanitised bouncy castles with no visible damage.
- On-time delivery and collection in a reliable, branded van
- Safety mats, stakes or weights included for secure setup.
- Fully trained staff available for advice or onsite assistance.
- Clear hire terms and full public liability insurance.
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Card payments excepted.
- Better-quality designs and a wider choice of sizes and themes.
What a Cheaper Company May Offer ⚠️
- Lower hire rate but older or less-clean equipment, often suppling low quality bouncy castles.
- Delivery windows may be wider or less reliable, they may also cancel on you last minute (This happens regularly).
- You may only get one safety mat, rather than the 2 in front of the inflatable. Often no sand bags are supplied to stop the castle from bouncing around the venue.
- Minimal paperwork, possibly no insurance or safe equipment.
- No receipts, or only except cash payments. Hidden extra costs on delivery.
Quick Summary
The cost of hiring a bouncy castle depends on the level of service you choose, but on average cost £90. More expensive companies usually give a better overall experience — cleaner castles, reliable delivery, included safety extras and proper legal compliance. Cheaper options can work for tight budgets but may come with trade-offs. Is any risk worth your kids being let down for their special day?
If you need help with pricing a bouncy castle or would like to know what services we offer, contact us here or call 01142367736 / 07902989694.
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