The giant inflatable helter skelter stands 22ft tall with a 15ft slide platform. Riders climb the internal staircase to the top of the tower, then slide down the spiral chute on the outside. It takes up a 27.6ft x 22.1ft footprint and handles up to four riders at a time at staggered heights, so it keeps queues moving at busy events.
DB Entertainment has been supplying event equipment across the UK for over 25 years. We own and maintain 95% of our kit in-house from our 25,000 sq ft warehouse in Rotherham, and every inflatable is delivered, set up, and supervised by our own trained staff. We own two giant helter skelters (this round version and a square version), so we can cover back-to-back bookings and multi-site events without subcontracting.
Indoor and Outdoor Use
Unlike traditional fairground helter skelters, which need outdoor space and hours of assembly, the inflatable version works indoors on hard floors or artificial grass as well as outdoors on grass. This opens up venue-based corporate events, exhibition halls, and indoor arenas that a 50ft wooden helter skelter simply cannot reach. Setup is measured in minutes, not hours.
PIPA Tested and Fully Insured
The helter skelter is PIPA registered (tag 40630) and independently inspected each year by RPII-certified inspectors. It is manufactured to BS/EN14960 regulations and covered by our £5 million public liability insurance as standard. Risk assessments and method statements are provided with every booking. Our PIPA test certificate, including tag number and expiry date, is published on the product page for anyone to verify.
How It Works
Riders enter through the base, climb the internal steps to the platform at 15ft, then sit down and slide around the outside spiral chute to the bottom. Each ride takes around 20–30 seconds. With four riders on the slide at staggered intervals, throughput is steady even at large events. A trained member of our staff supervises the helter skelter throughout your hire, managing the queue, helping riders at the top, and keeping things running safely. You do not need to provide your own stewards.
Popular For
We hire the giant helter skelter for corporate fun days, summer parties, Christmas events, team building days, wedding receptions, and private celebrations. It is suitable for children and adults. The classic fairground-stripe design and 22ft height make it visible across a large venue, which is why it is often used as the centrepiece attraction.
Build a Funfair Package
The helter skelter pairs well with other fairground attractions. We also hire Dodgems, Waltzers, Ferris Wheels, Ghost Trains, and 3-Deck Funhouses. For a smaller package, combine it with a Double Level Giant Mega Slide, Coconut Shy, Pick 'N' Mix Sweetie Stand, and Candy Floss Machine. We carry 600+ products across 68 categories, and multi-item packages go out on one delivery with one invoice.
Trusted by Councils and Corporate Clients
We supply to Sheffield City Council, Doncaster Metropolitan Council, RMBC, and companies including Amazon. We have a 5/5 Google rating from 209+ reviews. Every hire includes full documentation, trained delivery and setup crews, and 24hr telephone support.
For more information or to build an event package, call us on 0114 345 0135 or fill in our enquiry form.
Helter Skelter Specifications
- Height: 22ft (6.7m)
- Slide platform height: 15ft
- Floor space: 27.6ft x 22.1ft (8.4m x 6.7m)
- Required clear space: 30ft x 30ft
- Required access width: 5ft
- Max riders at one time: 4 (at staggered height intervals)
- Suitable for children and adults
- Suitable indoors on hard floors or artificial grass
- Suitable outdoors on grass (pegged down)
- Not suitable on outdoor hard surfaces
- Continuous power supply required for the blower unit
Safety and Testing
- PIPA registered, tag 40630 (independently tested annually)
- Inspected by RPII-certified inspectors
- Manufactured to BS/EN14960 regulations
- £5 million public liability insurance as standard
- Risk assessments and method statements provided with every booking
What's Included as Standard
- Delivery, setup, and collection by our trained team
- Trained supervising staff for the full duration of hire
- Slide mats for riders
- Safety fencing on grassed areas
- Extra safety mats at the base of the slide
- 24hr telephone support throughout your event
- £5 million public liability insurance
- Risk assessments and method statements
Delivery charges and minimum order values may apply depending on hire duration and location. Discounts available for multi-item packages. Contact us for a quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between an inflatable helter skelter and a traditional one?
Traditional fairground helter skelters are 36–50ft wooden or steel towers that cost £2,500–£3,500+ to hire and take hours to assemble. Our inflatable version is 22ft tall, sets up quickly, costs from £645+VAT, and works both indoors and outdoors. The slide experience is similar, with the same spiral descent, but the inflatable version is softer, lighter, and does not require heavy plant to install.
Can it be used indoors?
Yes. The inflatable helter skelter works indoors on hard floors or artificial grass, provided the venue ceiling height exceeds 22ft and there is 30ft x 30ft of clear floor space. This is a genuine advantage over traditional helter skelters, which are outdoor only.
What ages is it suitable for?
Children and adults can ride it. Riders are spaced at four height thresholds (1m, 1.2m, 1.5m, 1.8m) so up to four people can be on the slide at once.
Do you provide staff?
Yes. A trained member of our team supervises the helter skelter for the full duration of your hire. You do not need to provide your own stewards.
Does it need power?
Yes, the blower unit needs a continuous power supply. If your venue has no mains power, we hire generators.
Can it go on hard ground outdoors?
No. Outdoors, it must be erected on grass where we can peg it down securely. Indoors on a hard floor is fine because the walls contain the inflatable.
Delivery and Coverage
Based in our 25,000 sq ft warehouse in Rotherham, 5 minutes from the A1, M1, and M18. We deliver across South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, Greater Manchester, and nationwide to London, Birmingham, and all major UK venues. Europe-wide service available for larger packages.
Why Not Add?
Build a full funfair package: Dodgems, Waltzer, Ferris Wheel, Ghost Train, 3-Deck Funhouse, Coconut Shy, Pick 'N' Mix Sweetie Stand, and Candy Floss Machine.
Browse Event Extras
| | Floor Space | Height |
| Unit Size: | 27.6ft x 22.1ft | 22ft |
| Required Space: | 30ft x 30ft | 30ft |
| Slide Platform Height: | | 15ft |
| Required Access Width: | 5ft | |
 | Suitable For Children |  |
 | Suitable For Adults |  |
Suitable For
| Indoors on Artificial Grass |  |
| Indoors on Hard Surface |  |
| Outdoors on Grass |  |
Not Suitable For
| Outdoors on Hard Surface |  |
 | Max Users @ 1m | 4 |
 | Max Users @ 1.2m | 4 |
 | Max Users @ 1.5m | 4 |
 | Max Users @ 1.8m | 4 |
| Status: | Passed |
| Testing Body: | PIPA |
| Last Tested: | 08 Aug 25 |
| Expires: | 08 Aug 26 |