Funfair Hire

Funfair Hire in Belfast, Dublin and Throughout Ireland

Bring the sights, sounds and excitement of a traditional fairground to your next event with funfair hire from G Force Amusements. We supply children’s carousels, family rides, large fairground attractions, traditional side stalls, inflatable games and catering for events throughout Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

Whether you’re organising a council-run summer festival, a town-centre celebration, a school fundraiser or a corporate family day, our Belfast-based team can help you select suitable rides and attractions for your audience, venue and budget.

Our family-run company has more than ten years of experience providing amusement rides and event entertainment. We operate our own range of attractions and work with established trading partners to source additional specialist fairground equipment for larger events.

From Belfast and Derry to Dublin, Cork and Galway, we can discuss funfair hire throughout the island of Ireland, subject to equipment availability and site requirements.

Our service covers the agreed delivery, installation, operation and removal of attractions, with trained staff and appropriate safety arrangements.

Fairground Rides for Traditional Funfairs and Modern Festivals

The rides are often the main attraction at a funfair. A well-chosen combination of children’s rides, family attractions and larger equipment can help create a varied entertainment programme for different age groups.

Explore our fairground rides and attractions to see the equipment available for suitable events.

38 Metre Panoramic Wheel for City Centres and Festivals

Our Panoramic Wheel stands approximately 38 metres high and features 24 passenger gondolas, with a stated maximum capacity of 144 passengers.

Its illuminated structure creates a prominent feature at major public celebrations, city-centre events, Christmas markets and tourism festivals.

The wheel has an approximate 55ft x 55ft footprint, although additional operational and installation space must be considered when planning a site.

Giant Ferris Wheel Hire

We can also arrange a Giant Ferris Wheel through our trading partners. Standing more than 100ft high, this attraction provides a traditional fairground centrepiece for suitable large events.

The wheel has an approximate 60ft x 40ft footprint, with further space required for safe installation and operation.

Sea Storm Pirate Ship Ride

Our Sea Storm Pirate Ship brings a nautical theme to the fairground. The swinging wooden galleon-style attraction features LED lighting and measures approximately 55ft x 24ft.

It is particularly well suited to appropriate maritime celebrations, festivals and larger family entertainment programmes.

Bumper Cars and Children’s Dodgems

The Bumper Carz attraction provides a child-friendly version of traditional dodgems, with inflatable bumper vehicles operating within an enclosed inflatable arena.

Measuring approximately 8m x 12m, the attraction can be included in suitable family funfairs and children’s entertainment areas.

Children’s Funfair Ride Hire for Family Events

A successful family funfair needs entertainment for younger visitors as well as older children and adults. Our children’s ride collection includes several colourful, traditionally themed attractions.

Spinning Teacups Carousel

The Spinning Teacups Carousel features six colourful cups, each designed to accommodate up to four passengers, subject to operating restrictions.

With an approximately 20ft x 20ft footprint, LED lighting and a covered canopy, it provides a recognisable fairground attraction for suitable children’s and family events.

Toyset Carousel

Our Toyset Carousel is a circus-themed novelty ride featuring colourful characters, cars and carriages.

Measuring approximately 20ft x 20ft, it is a popular option for children’s entertainment areas at community celebrations and family funfairs.

Safari Train Ride

The Safari Train Ride is an electric children’s train featuring animal-themed carriages and sound effects.

It can carry up to 14 children and operates on a configurable track, making it suitable for consideration at different indoor and outdoor venues.

Fire Department Fun House

For an attraction that combines movement, exploration and play, our Fire Department Fun House offers two floors of activities.

Visitors navigate moving walkways, bridges and other obstacles before reaching the slide. The attraction measures approximately 50ft x 18ft.

Bungee and Trailer Trampolines

We also offer Bungee Trampolines with four beds and a Six Bed Trailer Trampoline attraction.

These can provide additional bouncing activities at suitable funfairs and festivals, subject to the applicable rider restrictions.

Traditional Fairground Side Stalls and Games

Funfair games provide a different form of entertainment from amusement rides. They encourage friendly competition, attract spectators and allow visitors to take part in shorter activities.

Kentucky Derby Racer

Our Kentucky Derby Racer is an eight-player fairground game in which participants roll balls into scoring holes to move their horses towards the finish line.

The attraction measures approximately 24ft x 12ft when operating from its vehicle and can be considered for public funfairs, corporate events and fundraising activities.

Custom Branded Kentucky Derby

For promotional events, our Custom Branded Kentucky Derby provides an opportunity to incorporate suitable corporate or event branding into a traditional fairground-style game.

Kentucky Derby Racing Reindeers

For Christmas markets and festive events, our Racing Reindeers offers a seasonal variation of the Kentucky Derby game.

We can also discuss additional arcade games and sports games for suitable events.

Inflatable Games and Bouncy Castles at Your Funfair

Inflatables can complement traditional fairground rides by providing a dedicated children’s activity area or a more competitive section for older participants.

Our bouncy castle and inflatable hire range includes themed bouncy castles, slides, obstacle courses and interactive games.

Themed Bouncy Castles for Children’s Funfairs

Popular choices include the Disney Bouncy Castle, Spiderman Bouncy Castle and Ice Kingdom Bouncy Castle.

The Paw Patrol Play Zone combines bouncing, sliding and a ball pool within one colourful attraction.

Large Inflatable Slides

Our Minions Inflatable Slide features an 18ft platform, while the Helter Skelter Slide recreates the appearance of a traditional fairground slide.

Assault Courses and Inflatable Challenges

For suitable older participants, the Toxic Bootcamp Assault Course offers a dual-lane obstacle challenge in configurations of approximately 65ft, 129ft or 150ft.

The Warrior Wall provides three climbing routes, while the Xtreme Demolition Zone challenges participants to maintain their balance on inflatable podiums.

Rodeo Bull and Competitive Games

Our Rodeo Bull is a popular option for suitable corporate and community events. It features a digital timer, foam head and automatic cut-off system.

Other interactive options include Human Whack A Mole, Foot Pool and the Wall 2 Wall Football Arena.

Funfair Food Stalls and Traditional Fairground Refreshments

Food stalls are an important part of the traditional funfair atmosphere. They also provide opportunities for visitors to take a break between rides and activities.

Our event food services include:

Our marshmallow toasting attraction can be supplied in a 5m x 4m wooden chalet or a mobile gas firepit arrangement, depending on the event requirements.

For larger funfairs, we can also discuss additional outside catering through our trading partners.

Catering areas should be positioned with appropriate consideration for pedestrian access, queues, waste disposal and separation from amusement rides. Any open flames or hot equipment must be kept safely away from inflatables and other vulnerable equipment.

Mobile Stage Hire and Funfair Event Infrastructure

Some funfairs include live performances, announcements, presentations or other scheduled entertainment alongside the rides and games.

Our Stage Truck NI provides a 30ft truck-mounted stage with integrated truss suitable for attaching lighting rigs and suspended PA equipment.

We can also discuss additional event infrastructure requirements, including generators, suitable power distribution, fencing, barriers and event staffing.

Specialist equipment and services may be arranged through trading partners, with availability and responsibilities confirmed as part of the quotation.

Funfair Hire for Councils, Schools, Festivals and Corporate Events

Different types of funfair require different equipment and operating arrangements. Our team can discuss an appropriate selection based on the event’s purpose, expected attendance and venue.

Event Type	Funfair Attractions to Consider
Council funfairs	Children’s carousels, family rides, larger attractions, side stalls and catering
Town-centre festivals	Panoramic Wheel, traditional rides, games, food stalls and mobile staging
School fairs	Children’s rides, bouncy castles, suitable games and refreshments
Corporate family days	Traditional fairground games, competitive attractions, children’s rides and catering
Christmas markets	Illuminated rides, Racing Reindeers, marshmallow toasting and seasonal refreshments
Charity fundraisers	Kentucky Derby, family rides, inflatable games and food stalls
Community festivals	A combination of children’s attractions, family rides, inflatables and traditional games

These are suggested combinations rather than fixed packages. We can discuss individual attractions, several complementary rides or a more extensive funfair programme.

Planning a Funfair: Site Access, Power and Visitor Safety

Funfair hire requires careful planning, particularly where large rides, multiple attractions and substantial visitor numbers are involved.

Fairground Ride Space and Ground Conditions

Each attraction has specific installation dimensions, clearance requirements and operating restrictions.

Large equipment such as Ferris wheels requires suitable ground conditions, specialist vehicle access and sufficient installation space. Smaller children’s rides may be suitable for more compact sites, subject to assessment.

Power and Electrical Arrangements

Fairground rides, lighting, catering units and other equipment may require electrical power or generators.

Power requirements should be established before the event so that suitable arrangements can be agreed.

Funfair Layout and Pedestrian Movement

A suitable funfair layout should account for visitor circulation, queues, entrances, exits, catering areas and emergency access.

Organisers should also consider how different attractions will be positioned to avoid conflicts between operating areas and pedestrian routes.

Trained Ride Operators and Safety Documentation

G Force Amusements carries £10 million public liability insurance and provides trained, uniformed and Access NI-checked personnel.

Applicable fairground rides are inspected under the relevant ADIPS arrangements, with other equipment subject to its appropriate inspection and maintenance requirements.

Our team can discuss risk assessments, operating requirements and relevant documentation during event planning.

For further information, visit our Health & Safety page.

Funfair Hire in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland

G Force Amusements provides funfair hire throughout the island of Ireland, subject to equipment availability and the practical requirements of each event.

Funfair Hire in Belfast and Northern Ireland

We work in Belfast, Co Antrim, Co Down, Co Armagh, Co Tyrone, Co Fermanagh and Co Derry/Londonderry.

Our Northern Ireland coverage includes suitable events in Bangor, Newry, Lisburn, Ballymena, Portadown, Omagh, Enniskillen, Coleraine and surrounding communities.

Funfair Hire in Dublin and Leinster

For events in the Republic of Ireland, we can discuss fairground ride hire in Dublin, Co Kildare, Co Meath, Co Wexford and other Leinster locations.

Funfair Hire in Cork, Limerick and Munster

Our island-wide coverage includes Co Cork, Co Limerick, Co Clare and Co Kerry.

Funfair Hire in Galway and Western Ireland

We can also discuss suitable events in Co Galway, Co Mayo, Co Donegal and other locations throughout the west and north west.

For more information about our geographical coverage, visit Areas We Work or Event Hire Ireland.

Funfair Hire FAQs

Can you provide a complete funfair for a council event?

Yes. We can discuss a combination of children’s rides, family attractions, traditional side stalls, catering and larger equipment for suitable council-run events.

Do you hire individual fairground rides?

Yes. You can enquire about an individual ride or discuss a package containing several attractions.

Can you provide a Ferris wheel for a festival?

We offer a 38 metre Panoramic Wheel and can also arrange a Giant Ferris Wheel through trading partners. Availability and installation suitability depend on the event location and site conditions.

What children’s rides can you provide?

Our children’s attractions include the Spinning Teacups, Toyset Carousel, Safari Train Ride, Bumper Carz and Fire Department Fun House.

Can we hire traditional funfair games?

Yes. We offer the Kentucky Derby Racer, Racing Reindeers and custom-branded Kentucky Derby games, alongside other suitable interactive attractions.

Can bouncy castles be included in a funfair?

Yes. We can discuss themed bouncy castles, inflatable slides, assault courses and competitive games alongside traditional fairground rides.

Do you supply funfair food stalls?

Yes. Our event food range includes candy floss, popcorn, dinky donuts, slush drinks and marshmallow toasting experiences.

Can you provide a stage for a funfair?

Yes. Stage Truck NI provides a 30ft truck-mounted stage with integrated truss. Additional sound, lighting and production requirements should be agreed separately.

Do you provide trained ride operators?

Yes. Trained personnel are provided for the agreed installation, operation and supervision of our attractions.

Are your fairground rides insured and safety tested?

G Force Amusements carries £10 million public liability insurance. Applicable fairground rides are subject to the relevant ADIPS inspection arrangements and other appropriate safety requirements.

Can you supply funfair rides in Dublin, Cork and Galway?

Yes. We can discuss suitable funfair hire throughout the Republic of Ireland, including Dublin, Cork, Galway and other locations, subject to equipment availability and site requirements.

How much does funfair hire cost?

Pricing depends on the attractions selected, event location, hire duration, staffing, transport and any additional services required. Contact us for a tailored quotation.

How far in advance should we book a funfair?

We recommend enquiring as early as possible, particularly for summer weekends, bank holidays, Christmas markets and major festival dates.

What information do you need for a funfair quotation?

Please provide your event date, location, expected attendance, proposed operating hours, available space and the attractions you are interested in. Site plans, access information and power details are especially helpful for larger rides.

Arrange Funfair Hire with G Force Amusements

From traditional children’s rides and Kentucky Derby side stalls to major Ferris wheels and complete festival entertainment programmes, G Force Amusements can help you plan a funfair suited to your event.

Tell us your proposed date, venue, audience and the attractions you would like to include. Our team can discuss availability, equipment requirements and the next steps.

Contact G Force Amusements for a funfair hire quotation, or browse our Gallery and Testimonials for examples of our event work.