Inflatable Obstacle Course Hire Hampshire: Prices & Companies
Hire inflatable obstacle courses in Hampshire for school fetes, corporate events, and parties. Compare companies and prices.
What is an Inflatable Obstacle Course?
Inflatable obstacle courses are long, multi-section inflatables with climbing walls, tunnels, slides, and squeeze-throughs. Usually set up as two parallel lanes for head-to-head racing. They're the most popular choice for school fetes, corporate events, and competitive parties.
Obstacle Course Hire Prices in Hampshire
| Size | Half Day | Full Day |
|---|---|---|
| 30ft course | £100-£130 | £130-£170 |
| 40ft course | £120-£150 | £150-£200 |
| 50ft+ course | £150-£200 | £200-£280 |
| Giant assault course | £200-£300 | £300-£400 |
Longer courses need more space but create bigger impact. For corporate events, 50ft+ is the sweet spot.
What's Included
Standard obstacle course hire includes:
- ✅ Dual lanes (for racing)
- ✅ Multiple obstacles (climb, crawl, slide)
- ✅ Delivery and setup
- ✅ Collection at end of hire
- ✅ Safety mats
- ✅ Blower unit
- ✅ Public liability insurance
Some companies offer:
- Attendant/operator for busy events
- Stopwatch/timing equipment
- Medals/prizes for winners
- PA system for announcements
Typical Obstacle Features
- Climbing wall - vertical climb to start
- Tunnels - crawl through sections
- Biff bash - squeeze through hanging obstacles
- Balance beam - wobbly log section
- Scramble net - climb over netting
- Slide - finish with a fast slide down
Space Requirements
Obstacle courses are BIG. You need:
- 30ft course: 35ft x 15ft minimum
- 40ft course: 45ft x 15ft minimum
- 50ft course: 55ft x 18ft minimum
Plus 3ft clearance around all sides and 15ft overhead clearance.
Reality check: Most home gardens are too small. Obstacle courses work best in:
- School playing fields
- Recreation grounds
- Large pub gardens
- Corporate premises
- Festival/event sites
Best Uses for Obstacle Courses
School Fetes & Fairs
The most popular choice. Kids love racing each other. Charge £1-2 per go and it pays for itself. Works for all primary school ages.
Corporate Team Building
"It's a Knockout" style events. Time each team, keep a leaderboard. Great for breaking down barriers between departments. Often combined with other inflatables.
Birthday Parties (8+ years)
Competitive kids love it. Set up tournament brackets. Works best with 10+ children to keep races going.
Community Events
Carnivals, fetes, fun days. High throughput - can run hundreds of kids through in a day.
Stag/Hen Parties
Adult-rated courses available. Hilarious watching unfit adults struggle through. Great photos and videos.
Booking Tips
- Book early for school fetes - popular summer dates book months ahead
- Check access - can the delivery vehicle get close enough?
- Measure twice - courses are longer than you think
- Consider attendant hire - for large events, worth the extra £50-80
- Have a backup plan - indoor venues need 15ft+ ceiling height
Hampshire Venues with Space
Places that regularly host obstacle courses:
- School playing fields (most primaries)
- Recreation grounds (most Hampshire towns)
- Southampton Common
- Staunton Country Park
- Queen Elizabeth Country Park
- Football/cricket club grounds
- Corporate HQ grounds (IBM, BAE, etc.)
Age Suitability
- 5-7 years: Smaller courses with gentle obstacles
- 8-12 years: Standard courses - the target demographic
- Teens: Enjoy racing, works well
- Adults: Need adult-rated equipment (higher weight limits)
Don't mix ages on the course at the same time - race similar ages against each other.