Indoor Bouncy Castle Hire Guide

Everything you need to know when hiring a bouncy castle for a village hall, community centre or other indoor venue.

Planning an Indoor Party?

Indoor bouncy castle hire is a great option for birthdays, celebrations and events throughout the year, particularly during the colder months when outdoor conditions can be unpredictable.

Before booking, there are a few important things to check with your venue. This guide explains the space, ceiling height, access, power and timing requirements so your inflatable can be delivered, installed and collected safely.

Inflatable Size and Required Space Are Different

The physical size of the inflatable is only part of the space needed for safe installation and use.

Additional clearance is required for anchoring, the blower, access and safe operation. When checking whether your venue is suitable, always use the Required Space measurements shown below rather than the inflatable size alone.

Why Choose Indoor Bouncy Castle Hire?

Which of Our Inflatables Will Fit?

The figures below are the current dimensions shown on our website. The Required Space figures are the measurements you should use when checking your hall.

Ceiling Height Matters

Ceiling height is one of the most important measurements when choosing an inflatable for an indoor venue.

Always measure to the lowest point above the proposed setup area. Beams, lighting, basketball hoops, decorations and other fixtures can reduce the usable ceiling height.

How to Measure Your Hall

Measure the actual usable space where the inflatable will be installed rather than relying only on the hall's advertised overall dimensions.

• Measure the available width.
• Measure the available depth or length.
• Measure the lowest usable ceiling height.
• Allow for stages, pillars and fixed furniture.
• Check for low-hanging lights, beams or decorations.
• Make sure emergency exits remain clear.
• Allow sufficient space for tables and other party activities.

Venue Access

We need suitable access from our vehicle to the area where the equipment will be installed.

Please tell us before your booking if access includes:

• Steps or stairs.
• Narrow corridors or doorways.
• Long distances from the unloading point.
• Restricted parking or loading areas.
• Security gates or controlled access.
• Lifts.
• Any other obstacle that could affect delivery.

Power Requirements

Each inflatable requires a suitable electrical supply for its blower.

• One suitable UK 13A mains socket per inflatable.
• The socket should be reasonably close to the setup area.
• The electrical supply must remain available throughout the hire.

Rugby Inflatables supplies the blower, suitable extension equipment and the operating equipment required for the inflatable.

How Are Inflatables Secured Indoors?

Outdoor inflatables are normally secured using suitable ground stakes. Inside a hall, weighted anchorage is used instead.

Rugby Inflatables supplies the anchoring equipment required for the inflatable and installs it as part of the setup.

Venue Access, Party & Exit Times

When booking a hall, we need to know the venue times as well as your actual party times.

Allow Time for Setup and Collection

Please don't book your venue for exactly the same times as your party.

We need access before your guests arrive to unload, install and check the equipment. We also require enough time after the party finishes to safely dismantle and remove everything before your venue booking ends.

Venue Hire Charge

A venue hire charge may apply where a booking takes place at a venue with fixed access and exit times.

This applies to venue bookings whether the equipment is installed indoors or outdoors where we are required to work within specific access arrangements.

Any applicable charge will be shown as part of your booking.

What Happens When We Arrive?

Supervision During Your Party

A responsible person aged 18 or over must supervise the inflatable while it is in use.

The inflatable should not be left available for use without appropriate supervision.

Please follow the operating and safety guidance provided during the handover and the instructions displayed on the inflatable.

Collection

We will return at the arranged time and safely dismantle the equipment.

Please make sure the inflatable is clear of users, food, decorations and personal belongings when we arrive.

Someone aged 18 or over should remain available until our equipment has been collected.

Information We'll Need From You

Before confirming an indoor booking, please have the following information available:

• Venue name and full address.
• Available floor width and depth.
• Lowest usable ceiling height.
• Venue access time.
• Party start and finish times.
• Required venue exit time.
• Any steps, stairs or unusual access restrictions.
• Any venue-specific requirements we should know about.

Hiring at a Local Venue?

We've worked at a number of halls and venues throughout Rugby and the surrounding area.

Our venue information pages can help with planning and may include useful information about ceiling heights, available space and equipment we've previously installed.

Venue guides currently include locations such as Cawston, Newbold, Dunchurch, Hillmorton, Southam and Kilsby.

Indoor Bouncy Castle Hire FAQs

Ready to Plan Your Indoor Party?

Browse our indoor-suitable inflatables or contact us if you'd like help choosing the right equipment for your venue.