Event & Inflatable Hire in Essex & Hertfordshire
School Fun Days • Corporate Events • Festivals • Community Events
GFC Leisure provides inflatable and event equipment hire for schools, businesses, community organisations and private events across Essex and Hertfordshire.
Based in Harlow, we're a family-run business with over 30 years of experience supplying bouncy castles, inflatable slides, obstacle courses and interactive games.
From individual attractions to larger event setups featuring multiple inflatables, we can help you choose equipment to suit your venue, expected attendance and budget.
We provide delivery, professional setup and collection, with staffing options available for selected equipment and events.
Planning an event? Contact us to discuss your requirements and request a quotation.
Inflatable Hire for All Types of Events
School Fetes, Fun Days & Fundraisers
We regularly supply inflatable equipment for schools, PTAs, nurseries and educational organisations.
Whether you're organising a school summer fete, end-of-term celebration, sports day or fundraising event, we can provide a selection of inflatables suitable for different age groups.
Popular choices include bouncy castles, inflatable slides, obstacle courses and interactive games.
We also offer school event packages for organisers looking to hire several inflatables together.
Corporate Events & Family Fun Days
Our equipment is available for company family days, staff celebrations and other corporate events.
We can supply a combination of inflatables and games for both children and adults, including large obstacle courses, competitive inflatable games, garden games and children's attractions.
Whether you're planning a small company gathering or a larger family fun day, we can discuss a suitable setup based on your venue, attendance and budget.
Community Events, Festivals & Fetes
GFC Leisure also provides inflatable hire for community festivals, charity fundraisers, village fetes, sports clubs and public fun days.
We can supply multiple attractions for larger events, including inflatable obstacle courses, slides, bouncy castles and games.
Equipment can be selected to suit the size of your event, available space and the ages of those attending.
Our Event Hire Equipment
We offer a wide selection of inflatables and activities that can be hired individually or combined for larger events.
Inflatable Obstacle Courses & Large Slides
Our inflatable obstacle courses and slides are particularly suitable for school fun days, community festivals and larger organised events.
Our range includes themed obstacle courses of different sizes, including our 65ft Giant Funfair Inflatable Obstacle Course, along with large inflatable slides.
These provide activities for larger groups and can form the main attraction at an event.
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Bouncy Castles & Bouncy Castles with Slides
We offer bouncy castles in a range of themes, sizes and styles, including larger units suitable for organised events.
Multiple castles can be hired together to provide activities for different age groups.
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Inflatable Games & Challenges
Our inflatable games are a popular choice for school events, corporate family days and organised competitions.
Equipment includes:
These can be combined with bouncy castles and slides to provide a wider variety of activities.
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Soft Play & Toddler Areas
For events with younger children, we can provide soft play equipment, ball ponds and toddler playzones.
These can be hired alongside larger inflatables to provide a separate activity area for younger guests.
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Garden Games, Arcade Machines & Extras
Alongside our inflatables, we also offer a range of additional activities and equipment, including:
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Giant Connect 4 and Giant Jenga
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Giant Guess Who? and other garden games
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Safe Axe Throwing and Beat the Buzzer
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Retro arcade machines
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Tables and chairs
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Candy floss and popcorn equipment
These can be useful for creating additional activity areas or offering entertainment between inflatable attractions.
Custom Event Hire Packages
Every event is different, so we can put together combinations of inflatables and games based on your requirements.
A typical larger setup might include an obstacle course, inflatable slide, several bouncy castles, interactive games and a separate toddler area.
We can discuss suitable equipment based on:
We can also advise on the approximate space required for your chosen equipment.
For larger bookings, please contact us to discuss your event and receive a quotation.
Staffed Inflatable Hire
Some organised events require additional staff to supervise inflatable attractions.
Staffed hire options are available for selected equipment and events by prior arrangement.
For example, our 65ft Giant Funfair Inflatable Obstacle Course includes two members of staff for a three-hour hire period.
Staffing arrangements and charges for other equipment will depend on the type of event, duration and supervision requirements.
Please let us know when enquiring if you require staff to operate or supervise the equipment.
Safety, Insurance & Experience
GFC Leisure has been providing inflatable and party equipment hire for over 30 years.
As a family-run business, we understand the importance of reliable equipment and suitable safety arrangements for organised events.
Our service includes:
✔ Over 30 years of experience
✔ £10 million public liability insurance
✔ PIPA or RPII testing where applicable
✔ Regularly inspected and maintained equipment
✔ Professional delivery and installation
✔ Safety guidance and operating instructions
✔ Staffing options by prior arrangement
We can discuss relevant documentation, equipment requirements and setup arrangements with event organisers.
Planning Your Event
When arranging several inflatables for one event, there are a few practical considerations.
Space & Layout: Sufficient space is required for each attraction, including safety distances and access between equipment.
Vehicle Access: Larger inflatables may require vehicle access close to the setup area.
Power Supply: Most inflatables require continuous electricity. Power requirements can be discussed when arranging your booking.
Ground Conditions: Outdoor inflatables generally require suitable level grass for secure anchoring. Alternative surfaces are subject to assessment.
Supervision: Appropriate adult supervision is required throughout use. Staffing responsibilities should be agreed before the event.
If you're unsure which equipment will suit your venue, we can help you explore the available options.
Event Hire Across Essex & Hertfordshire
Based in Harlow, GFC Leisure provides event and inflatable hire throughout Essex, Hertfordshire and surrounding areas.
Our regular delivery areas include:
Harlow • Bishop's Stortford • Sawbridgeworth • Stansted • Great Dunmow • Epping • Loughton • Waltham Abbey • Hertford • Ware • Hoddesdon • Broxbourne • Cheshunt • Brentwood
We also consider larger event bookings outside our usual delivery area.
FREE delivery in Harlow. Delivery charges for other locations depend on the booking.
Please contact us with your event location for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you supply several inflatables for one event?
Yes. We can provide combinations of bouncy castles, slides, obstacle courses and games, subject to availability and sufficient space.
Do you offer school event packages?
Yes. We offer school and after-school inflatable packages, along with custom combinations for larger events.
Can you provide staff to supervise the inflatables?
Staffed hire is available for selected equipment and events by prior arrangement. Please discuss your requirements when requesting a quotation.
Can you supply equipment for indoor events?
Yes. We have equipment suitable for indoor halls and sports centres, subject to the venue's dimensions and individual equipment requirements.
Can you provide equipment for large public events?
Yes, subject to venue suitability, equipment availability and appropriate operating arrangements.
Can you provide a quotation for a custom event?
Yes. Contact us with your event details and we can discuss suitable equipment, availability and pricing.
Request an Event Hire Quote
Planning a school fete, corporate family day, community festival or other organised event?
GFC Leisure can help you select suitable equipment based on your event requirements.
To request a quotation, please provide:
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Event date and location
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Type of event
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Estimated attendance and age groups
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Event start and finish times
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Available space
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Equipment you're interested in
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Whether you require staffing
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Approximate budget, if known
We'll then discuss suitable equipment options, availability and pricing.
Contact GFC Leisure
📞 Telephone: 01279 432567
📱 Text / WhatsApp: 07485 995101
📧 Email: info@gfcleisure.co.uk
Contact Us to Request an Event Quote
GFC Leisure – Event & Inflatable Hire in Harlow, Essex & Hertfordshire.