PartyOps blog
Guides for party hire operators
Straight talking advice on starting up, staying insured, pricing your kit, and getting more bookings. Written for party hire operators across the UK and Ireland: bouncy castles, marquees, soft play, DJs, photo booths, entertainers and more.
How to Get Your First Party Hire Bookings
Practical ways to get your first party hire bookings: Google Business Profile, local SEO, a simple website, social proof and an easy online booking process.
Read guideHow to Price Party Hire (Without Racing to the Bottom)
A simple framework for pricing party hire in the UK and Ireland: covering your costs, setting day and weekend rates, delivery fees, deposits and avoiding the price war trap.
Read guideBouncy Castle Insurance and Safety Requirements (UK and Ireland, 2026)
What insurance and safety standards you need to hire out bouncy castles in the UK and Ireland: public liability cover, BIHA and IIHF, EN 14960 and annual PIPA testing.
Read guideBouncy Castle Business Startup Costs: What You Actually Need to Spend
A realistic breakdown of the costs to start a bouncy castle hire business in the UK and Ireland: inflatables, blowers, transport, insurance and the buy versus lease decision.
Read guideHow to Start a Party Hire Business (UK and Ireland, 2026 Guide)
A step by step 2026 guide to starting a party hire business in the UK and Ireland: choosing your kit, costs, insurance, registration, pricing and getting your first bookings.
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