Funfair and fairground ride FAQs from We Are Tricycle - full of important information about Helter Skelters, Carousels, Dodgems, bumper cars and much more. UK-wide fairground operators you can rely on.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Funfair Hire FAQs
Q. Why are prices displayed as from?
A. We quote each job on an individual basis taking into account many factors to
ensure there are no hidden surprises on the day. You can always email us at
info@wearetricycle.co.uk and request a price guide.
Q. How do I book your funfair rides and event
entertainment?
A. Please email any attractions and stalls that you would like to book or require
more information on and we will get right back to you, informing you of the
process. You can also visit our contact page to see some other ways to get in
touch. We operate on a first-come, first-served basis, so get in touch to arrange
an event equipment hire today!
Q. What's included in my funfair, fairground and event
attraction hire?
A. All attraction hire fees include delivery, installation and de-rigging. We also
supply fully trained staff, generators, ADIPS safety certification, risk assess-
ments and method statements for your peace-of-mind.
Q. Are there any hidden costs?
A. No, there are never any hidden costs. What you are quoted is what you will
pay.
Q. Do you provide deals and discounts for funfair and
attraction hire covering multiple days?
A. Yes! Get in touch with us for more information about our fairground hire
deals.
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Q. Do you do package prices?
A. Yes! Tell us what you are interested in and we will quote you a package price.
Q. How long can I hire a funfair attraction for?
A. All funfair rides and all of our other products are available for hire for long as
you need them for. Our standard hire period on rides and stalls is four hours.
Our standard period on on the food and drink tricycles is also four hours and
the cost is based on per-head servings. Additional hours and servings can be
added - please contact us for more details.
Q. Do you have insurance?
A. Yes! All attractions carry five to 10 million pounds of public liability insurance.
Q. Are the funfair rides safe?
A. Yes! All funfair rides and attractions for hire conform to and operate in accor-
dance with British HSG175 standards for safe practice at fairgrounds and
amusement parks. Each ride carries an ADIPS safety certificate, and stalls and
tricycles have electrical tests. Where applicable, our products also carry five-
star hygiene ratings.
Funfair Ride Ideas FAQs
Q: Can you suggest anything?
Sure! Check out our ideas for funfair and fairground hire!
Q. Do you have any Christmas funfair rides for hire?
We have a great selection of festive funfair and fairground attractions, such as
our North Pole Funhouse and our Matterhorn Waltzers, as well as Alpine
Christmas market huts. Check out our ideas for Christmas funfair rides for
more suggestions.
Q. Do you have any child-friendly fairground rides?
We have plenty of children's fairground rides and attractions for hire. Check out
some ideas for children's fairground rides directly from our expert team.
Do you have family-friendly funfair rides?
We have a wide range of family funfair rides, too. Please visit our ideas for fam-
ily-friendly funfairs to see more.

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Do you have any scary funfair rides?
We have a huge selection of terrifying fairground rides and attractions for hire,
ranging from the ghost train to white knuckle and thrill rides. Check out our
ideas for scary funfair rides to find out more.
Q: Do you have any ideas for corporate events?
We're often working at corporate events, including exhibitions, trade shows,
conferences and more. Take a look at our corporate event entertainment ideas
for more information.
Q: What traditional rides do you have?
We have modern and classic funfair and fairground rides available for you.
There's some beautiful classics, including vintage Victorian carousels, vintage
Ferris wheels and more. Check out our ideas for traditional funfair rides to find
out more information.
Q: What funfair rides for adults do you have?
We have a huge selection of funfair rides for adults available, too! Check out
some of our adult fairground ride ideas.
Funfair Ride Safety FAQs
We take safety very seriously at We Are Tricycle. We've gone into detail about
our health and safety obligations below, and answered some questions about
particular rides and attractions. Please let us know if we've missed anything.
Are funfair rides safe? Read on to find out the improvements that have
taken place in the last few decades, and how to ensure that your funfair
operator is reputable.
What are your legal obligations?
- Find out about We Are Tricycle's legal
obligations towards you and anyone who may be affected by our business.
What is the ADIPS scheme? - The ADIPS scheme is a key part of funfair ride
safety. Find out more about ADIPS here.
How are Dodgems safe? - Crashing cars is usually a dangerous activity, so
what makes the Dodgems so different?
How to stay safe on roller coasters - All our rollercoasters are fully safety
compliant in the UK and EU, but remember to keep your arms and legs in-
side the carriage!
Interesting Information about Funfair Rides

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What is the history of the Funfair? - Can you imagine a world without fun-
fairs? Read on to find out the history of the much-loved family attraction.
What is the history of the Ferris wheel? The Ferris wheel was invented by
G.W.G. Ferris over 130 years ago! How did it become the perennial
favourite we all know and love?
What is the history of the Roller Coaster? The roller coaster seems like an
obvious invention following on from the development of the locomotive,
but this funfair ride has undergone many innovations in its history!
What is the history of the Booster fairground ride? The Booster is a very
popular thrill ride that is sure to attract attention. How was this ride
developed?
What is the history of the Carousel? The Carousel, also known as the
Merry-go-Round, dates back further than you think! Did you know about
its uses for cavalry training?
What is the history of the theme park? Theme parks have been attracting
people for generations thanks to their huge range of roller coasters and
thrill rides. But how did these landmarks come about?
What is the history of Mini Golf? Mini golf, crazy golf, miniature golf and
more - whatever you call it, you can find out more about the relaxing,
much-loved game with We Are Tricycle!
What is the history of the Waltzers? This frantic fairground ride is most
popularly seen in the UK and Ireland. Where did the Waltzers come from,
and how did they become so popular?
What is the history of the Chair-o-Planes? The dizzying funfair ride could be
older than you think! Find out more about the development of the Chair-o-
Planes with us!
What is the Nottingham Goose Fair? The Nottingham Goose Fair has been
a fixture of the Nottinghamshire funfair calendar since time immemorial.
What is this event really about?
What are Mop Fairs? Mop fairs take place in places all over the UK, but did
you know that these used to be jobs fairs? Find out how they got their
name, and how they transformed to the occasions we know today.
But we're not just writing about the history of our various funfair and fair-
ground rides for hire. Check out some of the below questions for an expansion
on some FAQs.
What's the difference between Dodgems and Bumper Cars? Some people
think the two words are synonyms, but at We Are Tricycle, there's a defi-
nite difference.

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What is the difference between a Merry-go-Round and a Carousel? Are
Merry-go-Rounds the same as Carousels? What do the two terms actually
mean?
What is the future of Thrill and White Knuckle Rides? There's so much in-
novation in the sector - what will the fairground-goers of future genera-
tions enjoy?
How does a Ferris wheel work? The Ferris Wheel is a deceptively-compli-
cated bit of engineering. Find out how this magical funfair attraction stays
moving.
How does the Crazy Cage funfair ride work? This is the funfair ride that
uses the physics of centrifuges to create a bewildering spinning sensation!
What Are The Biggest Roller Coasters In The World? We've looked across
the globe to find some of the most furious roller coasters around.
Fairground Food FAQs
The food of the fairground is almost as important as the rides and attractions!
Read these pages for some more information about your favourite foods from
our food trikes, our food carts and bars or from our event caterers.
What is the history of ice cream? Ice cream has been known for millennia,
but it was the creation of modern refrigeration techniques that turned this
sweet treat into the international favourite it is today.
Fast facts about candyfloss - Candy floss is one of the most mysterious
funfair foods! How can you turn sugar into wispy floss?
Fast facts about popcorn - Popcorn machines are truly amazing! How do
they turn the kernels of corn into the crunchy snack we all know and love?
How does a German Swing Grill work? Have you ever wondered how the
German swing grill makes food so delicious? Find out here!
How to Beat Funfair Side Stalls and Games
We have a wide range of traditional funfair stalls and games for hire at We Are
Tricycle, plus plenty of modern versions, too! Read our guidance to defeat the
competition and win a prize!
How to beat the Buzz Wire game - The Giant Buzz Wire game sees partici-
pants passing a wand through a curved wire, making sure that the wand
doesn't make contact with the wire. How do you beat this fiendish
challenge?
How to climb the Unclimbable Ladder - Is it really unclimbable? You might
need a few goes to get the knack for it, but with our reference guide and a
lot of patience, we're sure you can succeed.

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How to win at Mini Golf - Do you take Mini Golf seriously? Our service is
never under-par, but with our advice, you might be!
How to win at Pac Man - Pac Man is one of the most tried-and-tested ar-
cade games in existence. Follow our advice and you'll know all the best
tricks.
How to win Target Shooting fairground stalls - These sharp-shooting stalls
put your skills to the test! Follow our advice to win a prize.
Christmas Market FAQs
We're often spending much of December at Christmas markets at We Are
Tricycle. With our Christmas-themed attractions, plus our Alpine Christmas huts
and our giant snow globe, there's plenty of space for our services at festive
events. Check out some of our Christmas Market FAQs below.
What is the history of the Christmas Market? Where did the Christmas
market come from, how did they get their German influence, and how did
they spread across the globe?
Exhibition Stand FAQs
We Are Tricycle spends a lot of time providing exhibition stand entertainment
hire. We know these occasions inside and out, and are happy to share our ex-
pertise with you. Check out our exhibition stand FAQs below.
How to stand out at exhibitions and trade shows - By standing out from
the crowd, you can make the most of the opportunities offered by the oc-
casion. Attract customers and turn leads into sales with our help.
Contact We Are Tricycle
If you've got any more questions, or would like information on any of our rides,
then visit our contact page, email info@wearetricycle.co.uk, or call us on the
numbers below.
Birmingham: 0121 293 1377
London: 0203 302 4757
Onsite and Direct Dial: 0787 853 6331
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