2026 Event Planning Starts Now: Shropshire’s Trusted Inflatable Hire Specialists
Planning events for 2026 may feel early, but across Shropshire and the surrounding counties, schools, PTAs, councils, and experienced event organisers are already securing key suppliers well in advance. Demand for large-scale inflatable hire continues to increase year on year, particularly for peak dates, public events, and school fun days. Early planning is now essential to ensure availability, efficient logistics, and the level of professional event support required for successful delivery.
At AJS Bouncy Castle Hire, we specialise in fully managed inflatable event hire, supporting everything from school fun days and community events to large public gatherings and private celebrations.
Why Choose AJS Bouncy Castle Hire for Public Events?
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Experienced public event supplier supporting schools, councils, and community organisers
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PIPA tested equipment and trained staff
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Outdoor first aid trained personnel available for supervised events
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Structured delivery teams with clear setup procedures
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Generator and power solutions for sites without mains access
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Proven track record delivering school fun days, community events, and public gatherings
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Advance booking support for large and multi-day events
This combination of experience, equipment, and professional processes allows organisers to plan events with confidence and meet public-sector expectations.
On-Site Event Supervision & Support
For larger bookings and public events, we provide on-site event supervision and support, giving organisers added confidence that inflatable activities are being managed safely and professionally throughout the day. This service is particularly valued by schools, PTAs, councils, and event organisers who require clear oversight, structured procedures, and a reliable on-site presence.
Our friendly, experienced event staff work closely with organisers to support smooth event delivery from setup through to breakdown. All supervising staff are experienced in outdoor event environments and include team members trained in outdoor first aid. Our supervision teams can:
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Oversee correct equipment setup, spacing, and secure positioning
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Monitor inflatables during use where required, in line with guidance
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Act as a clear and approachable point of contact for organisers
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Support risk management, safe operation, and incident prevention
This supervised approach supports organiser risk assessments, helps meet school and council safety expectations, and ensures inflatable activities are operated in a controlled and professional manner.
With our team managing the inflatable element of the event, organisers are free to focus on the wider event, confident that safety, supervision, and guest experience are in capable hands.
Extensive Equipment & Event Infrastructure
We operate a large, modern fleet of inflatable and event equipment, allowing us to support events of varying sizes, layouts, and age ranges. Our range is suitable for school fun days, public events, community gatherings, and private functions, with the flexibility to deliver both small and large-scale setups.
Our equipment portfolio includes:
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Bouncy castles and themed inflatables
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Large slides, mega slides, and event-scale slides
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Assault courses and fun runs
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High-energy inflatable games suitable for organised activities
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Soft play and toddler equipment for younger age groups
View our large event inflatable packages for examples of popular multi-unit event setups.
All equipment supplied by AJS Bouncy Castle Hire is:
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PIPA tested in line with industry requirements
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Cleaned, inspected, and maintained to a high standard
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Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, subject to site conditions and space
This depth of equipment, combined with structured delivery and supervision, allows us to tailor inflatable layouts to individual sites while meeting safety and operational expectations for public and school-based events.
Generator & Power Capabilities
We are fully equipped to support events where mains power is unavailable, limited, or unsuitable, providing reliable temporary power solutions for inflatable and event infrastructure. This allows us to safely deliver events on school fields, parks, open spaces, and remote locations.
Our generator capability ranges from 3.4kVA up to 40kVA, enabling us to power anything from small inflatable setups through to large, multi-unit event layouts. To ensure safe and compliant power distribution, we also supply:
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Event-grade power distribution units (distros)
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H07RN-F cabling suitable for outdoor and public environments
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Clearly defined safety cordons and cable management
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Appropriate event signage
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Fire extinguishers positioned in line with event safety requirements
All temporary power installations are planned and managed by experienced event staff, with consideration given to load calculations, site layout, public access routes, and risk assessments. Where required, power provision is coordinated alongside our on-site event supervision teams to ensure continued safe operation throughout the event.
A Track Record You Can Rely On
AJS Bouncy Castle Hire has an established history of delivering safe, professionally managed inflatable events for public, educational, and community clients. We have supported hundreds of events over multiple years, working with:
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Schools and academies
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PTAs and fundraising committees
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Parish councils and local authorities
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Corporate, charity, and community event organisers
Our experience across a wide range of event types, venues, and site conditions allows us to provide informed, practical guidance at the planning stage, supporting effective decision-making and risk management. This includes advice on:
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Appropriate equipment selection and compatible combinations
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Site layout, spacing, anchoring, and safe positioning
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Event flow, throughput management, and safe capacity planning
This operational experience supports consistent delivery, reduces on-site risk, and aligns with local authority and public-sector event planning expectations, particularly for large-scale or high-attendance events.
Wide Delivery Radius Across Shropshire & Beyond
Based in Shropshire, AJS Bouncy Castle Hire provides inflatable event hire across a wide geographic area, supporting both local and regional events. Our regular service coverage includes:
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Telford
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Shrewsbury
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Shropshire
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Market Drayton
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Newport
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Bridgnorth
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Mid Wales
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West Midlands
We are also able to support surrounding counties by arrangement, subject to event size, logistics, and advance planning.
Our delivery radius enables us to support everything from local school and community events to larger regional public bookings, with structured logistics and experienced delivery teams. For peak periods and larger events, early planning is strongly recommended for 2026.
What People Say About AJS Bouncy Castle Hire
Customers regularly describe AJS Bouncy Castle Hire as a reliable, friendly, and professional event supplier, highlighting our wide selection of inflatables and the quality of the overall experience. Reviews frequently mention our bouncy castles, slides, assault courses and obstacle courses, and soft play options, as well as the excellent value we provide for both children’s parties and larger organised events.
Clients also comment on the service itself — including prompt delivery, efficient setup and takedown, and a team that is consistently described as friendly, professional, and easy to work with. For schools, councils, and event organisers, this feedback provides added reassurance that events will be delivered smoothly and to a high standard.
Planning Ahead for 2026 Events
As schools, councils, and experienced event organisers increasingly plan 12–18 months in advance, early consideration of inflatable hire has become an important part of successful event delivery. Securing suppliers early helps ensure availability, appropriate equipment selection, and sufficient time for site planning and logistics.
Early booking for 2026 events allows organisers to benefit from:
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Access to the full range of available equipment, including large and multi-unit setups
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Improved event layout, spacing, and site planning
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Guaranteed availability for peak dates and busy periods
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A smooth, well-coordinated delivery and collection process
This forward-planning approach supports effective risk management, reduces last-minute pressures, and helps ensure events are delivered to a professional standard.
Enquiries & Advance Bookings
If you are planning an event in 2026 and are looking for a trusted, experienced inflatable event hire provider, we are happy to discuss your requirements at an early stage. Whether you are organising a school fun day, community event, or large public gathering, early engagement allows us to provide informed guidance, confirm availability, and support effective event planning.
Contact AJS Bouncy Castle Hire today to discuss your 2026 event hire needs.
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