Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Inflatable Hire Experts in Suffolk
Established in 2011, Gladwell Entertainments has become a trusted name in event entertainment across Suffolk and North Essex. As a family-run business, we combine personal care with professional expertise to deliver high-quality inflatable play equipment, marquees, and catering solutions. Our comprehensive range caters to events of all sizes, from intimate birthday parties to large corporate functions, ensuring unforgettable experiences for children and adults alike. We prioritise safety through rigorous PIPA-certified inspections and maintain comprehensive public liability insurance for client peace of mind. Our dedicated team ensures seamless setup and operation, with all equipment meticulously maintained to the highest standards. The online booking system offers instant availability checks, while our experienced staff provide personalised support for bespoke event planning.With the largest inflatable selection in East Anglia, including themed castles, assault courses, and mega slides, we continually expand our offerings to meet evolving customer needs. Operating seven days a week from 8am to 8pm, our commitment to reliability and customer satisfaction has earned us consistent positive feedback from repeat clients. Whether hosting a wedding, school fete, or community festival, our flexible solutions adapt to both indoor and outdoor venues across Ipswich, Colchester, Bury St Edmunds, and surrounding areas. This combination of quality equipment, competitive pricing, and exceptional service positions Gladwell Entertainments as the region's premier choice for event entertainment solutions.
Services
Bouncy Castles
Inflatable Slides
Assault Courses
Rodeo Bulls
Event Marquees
Soft Play
Garden Games
Disco Hire
Wedding Entertainment
Corporate Events
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with 13 years of local expertise since 2011
- Largest inflatable selection in East Anglia with 100+ options
- PIPA-certified safety inspections on all play equipment
- Comprehensive public liability insurance included
- 7-day online booking system with instant availability checks
Associations and certifications
- PIPA Inflatable Play Inspection
What people say
Excellent service
Thoroughly entertained
Impeccable service
Great choice
Would recommend
Services
Bouncy Castle Hire
Offering the largest selection in East Anglia, our bouncy castles cater to children's birthdays and adult events. Themed options include princess, pirate, and superhero designs with safety-certified equipment. Professional setup ensures secure operation for groups up to 12 participants.
Assault Courses
Action-packed assault courses feature climbing walls, biff-and-bash posts, and sliding platforms. Available in sizes from 28ft to 35ft, these structures accommodate children and adults with weatherproof covers for outdoor use.
Mega Slides
Our mega slides reach heights of 18ft with extended platforms for thrilling descents. Designed for large events, these commercial-grade inflatables require dedicated space and professional supervision during operation.
Rodeo Bull Hire
Computer-controlled rodeo bulls offer adjustable difficulty levels with competition mode capabilities. Complete with trained operators and safety mats, sessions run from 2-5 hours with dedicated equipment monitoring.
Event Marquees
Weatherproof inflatable marquees provide covered spaces for weddings and corporate events. Available in sizes up to 20ft x 20ft with white turret designs popular for formal occasions.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We cover Suffolk, North Essex, and surrounding areas including Ipswich, Colchester, Bury St Edmunds, and Woodbridge.
Do you provide insurance documentation?
Yes, we hold public liability insurance and can provide proof documents upon request.
Can inflatables be used indoors?
All our equipment works equally well in indoor and outdoor venues with appropriate space considerations.
What safety measures are in place?
All inflatables undergo PIPA-certified safety inspections with trained staff managing setup and operation.
How do bookings work?
Use our online system for instant availability checks or contact our team for personalised booking assistance.
What happens in bad weather?
Most bookings include weatherproof covers while marquees and circus domes provide alternative shelter solutions.
Reviews (5)
Marisa Kamberi
Jun 11, 2021
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Excellent service
These guys were friendly, professional and helped make our daughters birthday one to
remember! Highly recommendd
These guys were friendly, professional and helped make our daughters birthday one to
remember! Highly recommendd
Jessica Beaumont
Jul 12, 2020
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Always used this company for years with no issues, until recently, we got given a bouncy castle we didn't ask for, which was broken and fixed with cables ties that were razor sharp, which we were not aware of until my son and my niece cut them self's very badly on. When we rang them for the issue to be sorted, felt they dealt with it horrendously, and didn't really care. So will never use them again!!!! Unsafe and bad service
Clive Westcott
Sep 08, 2019
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I think one of the lads who came round to take the bouncey castle down needs to go to a charm school did not speak straight up took bouncey castle down rather rude
Jason Middleton
Aug 31, 2019
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We decided on a princess combo and a circus slide which went down a treat with our 5yr old party. The service was very good with delivery and pick up on time. Reccommend.
Sj Bullett
Oct 17, 2015
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We used them in Aug and sept 2015 they are brilliant , they set up and put everything away even if your hangover the next day ! Brilliant guys!
