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Fairground Stall Hire: The Complete Guide for Event Organisers
Fairground stall hire is one of the simplest ways to give an event a proper funfair feel without booking rides, generators or a showman's yard full of kit. A few red-and-white stalls lined up on a field or in a hall instantly tell guests there is something to have a go at, and the games are easy enough that nobody needs instructions twice. This guide explains what you actually get, how to choose, and what the process looks like from first enquiry to collection.
What is included with fairground stall hire?
Every stall we hire arrives as a complete, ready-to-play game. That means the stall itself, the game kit that goes with it (ducks and hooks, cans and balls, hoops, corks and so on) and 50 prizes to get you started. If you are expecting a long day or a big crowd, more prizes can be added when you book.
On top of the equipment, the service side is covered too:
- Delivery, set-up and collection by our own team, so you are not lifting frames or working out which pole goes where.
- An attendant on request, if you would rather someone else ran the game, handed out prizes and kept the queue moving.
- £5M public liability insurance, which venues and councils commonly ask to see.
Choosing the right stalls for your crowd
The best line-up depends on who is coming. A mixed audience needs a mix of games, so think about difficulty, age range and how long each turn takes.
For younger children
Hook a Duck is the obvious starting point because every child can do it and the turns are quick. Ball in a Bucket and Hoopla are also gentle, and small hands can manage them with a little help from a parent.
For teenagers and adults
Games with a bit of challenge and a bit of noise go down well with older players. Tin Can Alley, the Coconut Shy and Cork Shooting all reward a good aim, while Prize Darts and Play Your Cards Right bring out the competitive streak. The red-and-white High Striker is the one people dare each other to try.
For a themed date
If your event falls in October or December, look at our Halloween and Christmas stalls. They come with themed dressing and prizes, and they book up quickly in those months, so earlier is better.
You can browse the full range on our side stall hire page, where each stall has its own description and live price.
How much space and power do you need?
Plan on roughly 6ft x 12ft per stall. That allows room for the stall itself plus a small throwing or playing area in front. Most stalls need no power at all, which makes them ideal for fields, car parks and spots where running cables would be awkward.
Stalls work on grass, hardstanding or indoors. We regularly set up in school halls, marquees, function rooms and exhibition halls. If you are indoors, check the route from the car park to the room, including doors, lifts and stairs, and let us know about anything tight when you enquire.
How fairground stall hire works, step by step
- Pick your stalls. Browse the range and note the ones you like. Each stall page shows a live price.
- Check availability. Use the availability checker, which gives you a price for the number of days you need.
- Send your details. Venue address, timings, access notes and whether you would like an attendant.
- Confirm your booking. We will confirm the plan and arrival time with you.
- Delivery and set-up. Our team arrives, builds the stalls and makes sure everything is ready to play.
- Enjoy the event. Run the stalls yourself or let an attendant handle them.
- Collection. We pack everything away once your event finishes.
Running the stalls on the day
If you are running the games yourself, a few habits make a big difference. Keep the prize box behind the stall rather than in front, so it does not wander. Agree simple rules for each game before guests arrive, such as how many throws per go and what counts as a win. Put one confident volunteer on each stall rather than leaving games unattended, because an empty stall rarely draws a queue.
If that sounds like more than you want to handle, ask for an attendant. It frees up your team to look after guests, sponsors or the rest of the programme.
Where we cover
We work UK wide, from city centre venues to village greens. If you want to see whether we cover your town, have a look at our areas we cover page, or start with a local page such as fairground stall hire in Leeds.
Ready to plan your line-up?
The quickest way to get going is to shortlist three or four games that suit your guests, check your dates, then get in touch with your venue details. If you have questions about access, timings or mixing standard and themed stalls, contact our team and we will help you put together a line-up that fits your space and your crowd.
