As a new year begins, many families, schools, community groups and organisations across Gloucestershire are already planning their events for 2026. At King of the Castles Gloucester, we are genuinely pleased to be the company so many people return to year after year when organising parties and celebrations. The start of the year is always an important time for planning, securing dates and choosing suppliers you can rely on.
We work across Gloucester, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury, Stroud and throughout Gloucestershire, supporting events of all sizes. From small family gatherings to large school and community events, our aim for 2026 is simple: to continue providing safe, reliable and well organised party and event hire.
A Wide Range of Events We Support in 2026
Every year we work with customers planning many different types of events, and 2026 is already shaping up to be no different. Children’s birthday parties remain one of our most popular bookings, both at home and in hired halls. Parents often book early in the year to secure popular dates and themes, especially for spring and summer birthdays.
Schools also plan well in advance. We regularly support school fun days, reward days, leavers’ celebrations, PTA fundraisers, sports days, Christmas fairs and end of term events. Many schools now book several dates at the start of the year, which helps ensure availability and consistency across their events calendar.
Community centres, village halls and churches also rely on us throughout the year. We help with christenings, family fun days, toddler groups, holiday clubs, community celebrations, charity events and seasonal fairs. These events often involve a wide range of ages, so having access to both inflatables and soft play makes planning much easier.
Weddings and civil ceremonies continue to grow as an area where people want to include something extra for guests. We regularly provide inflatables and event extras for daytime wedding receptions, family friendly celebrations and relaxed evening gatherings. Many couples now plan these details early in the year once venues and dates are confirmed.
Corporate and workplace events are another key part of our calendar. These include family fun days, staff celebrations, open days, charity fundraisers and community engagement events. These bookings often take place in the warmer months, so January and February are a popular time to reserve equipment.
Why So Many Customers Choose Us Year After Year
One of the main reasons customers choose King of the Castles Gloucester is reliability. People want to know that equipment will arrive on time, be clean, safe and suitable for their venue. All of our inflatables and equipment are fully insured and tested, and everything is cleaned before each hire. We also take the time to offer honest advice, especially when it comes to hall sizes and suitability.
Another reason people book with us is our range. We are able to support different age groups and different types of events with bouncy castles, front slide inflatables, soft play, indoor games and party extras. This means customers do not need to use multiple suppliers.
We also understand local venues. Having worked in many halls, schools and community spaces across Gloucestershire, we can often help customers choose equipment that fits properly and works well for their chosen location.
Planning Ahead Makes a Difference
The start of 2026 is a good time to look ahead and secure key dates. School terms fill up quickly, summer weekends book fast, and popular seasonal events such as Easter, Halloween and Christmas are often reserved months in advance. Booking early helps avoid disappointment and gives you more choice.
Many of our regular customers now plan multiple events at the beginning of the year. This includes schools booking term dates, families planning birthdays, and organisations setting their annual events calendar. We are always happy to discuss upcoming plans and help customers spread bookings across the year.
Looking Forward to Working with You in 2026
As we move into 2026, we are proud to continue supporting families, schools and communities across Gloucestershire. Whether you are planning a birthday party, a school celebration, a wedding, a charity fundraiser or a community event, we look forward to being part of your plans.
If you are organising an event this year and would like to check availability or talk through options, you can contact us via our Contact Us page. We are always happy to help and to support your events throughout 2026.
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