Entertainment Equipment Hire in Manchester
Hire entertainment equipment for corporate events, fun days, and private parties in Manchester. Over 600 products across 68 categories, delivered and set up by DB Entertainment from our Rotherham warehouse, under 45 minutes away via the M1 and M62.
DB Entertainment is a Rotherham-based hire company with over 25 years in the events industry. We carry everything from arcade games and Batak reaction games to bouncy castles, rodeo bulls, funfair rides, fun food carts, photo booths, and climbing walls. We own 95% of our equipment in-house and deliver in our own vehicles with our own trained team. Whether you're planning a conference at Manchester Central, a summer fun day at Heaton Park, or a Christmas party at a city-centre hotel, you can book the full event from a single supplier.
Events in Manchester
Greater Manchester is one of our busiest delivery regions. We've supplied multi-game packages at the Etihad Stadium, branded arcade games for conferences at Manchester Central, full event setups at Old Trafford, and corporate entertainment at Harvey Nichols, the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel, and Victoria Warehouse in Trafford Park. We also deliver to EventCity on Barton Dock Road and to venues across Salford, Stockport, Trafford, and Didsbury.
We supply the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University, and the University of Salford for freshers' week and student events each September. Our 25,000 sq ft warehouse in Rotherham sits five minutes from the M1, and Manchester is a straightforward run down the M62.
What We Supply in Manchester
Here are some of our most popular categories for Manchester events. Browse our full product catalogue for the complete range.
arcade games
Retro arcade cabinets, air hockey, table football, and Atari Pong tables. Popular at corporate events and exhibitions.
Batak Hire
Three Batak reaction games: Pro (12 targets), Lite (8 targets), and Snowball Smash. Brandable back panels and buttons. From £395/day.
Interactive Games
Whack a Mole, Strike a Light, Prize Crane, and more. Quick-turnover games that work well at large events and exhibitions.
Fun Food
Hot dog machines, popcorn, candyfloss, hot chocolate, and slush machines. From £149/day including supplies.
Funfair Rides
Dodgems, Waltzer, Ferris Wheel, and Ghost Train. Full-scale fairground rides that we own and operate. From £2,100/day.
Photo Booths
Open photo booths, magic mirrors, and our AI photo booth with 180+ templates. Popular at weddings and corporate events.
Team Building
It's A Knockout, assault courses up to 220ft, and competitive group activities. Staff and MC included on select packages.
Bouncy Castles
Adult and children's bouncy castles, combo units with slides, and inflatable obstacle courses. PIPA registered and annually tested.
Why Hire from DB Entertainment
DB Entertainment has been supplying events across the UK since 1999. We carry over 600 products in our 25,000 sq ft Rotherham warehouse and own 95% of our equipment in-house, so there's no sub-hiring and no third-party reliability risk. We're a repeat supplier for clients including Amazon, Specsavers, and the NHS, and we work with local authorities including Sheffield City Council and Doncaster Metropolitan Council.
Every hire comes with £5 million public liability insurance, risk assessments and method statements emailed to your venue before the event, and delivery in our own vehicles by our own trained team. We offer professional invoicing with payment terms for corporate bookings, and indemnity to principal cover when we supply staff. We hold a 5/5 Google rating from 209+ reviews.
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What's Included in Every Hire
- Delivery, setup, and collection in our own vehicles by our trained team
- £5 million public liability insurance
- Risk assessments, method statements, and insurance certificates emailed before the event
- 24-hour telephone support throughout your event
- Operational tutorial so your staff can run the equipment
- Indemnity to principal cover when we supply staff
- Generators supplied if you don't have mains power on site
Delivery to Manchester
Our 25,000 sq ft warehouse in Rotherham sits five minutes from the M1 motorway. Manchester is under 45 minutes away via the M1 and M62. We deliver across Greater Manchester including the city centre, Salford, Trafford, Stockport, Tameside, Oldham, Bury, Bolton, Wigan, and Rochdale. We also deliver nationwide for larger bookings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What entertainment can you supply in Manchester?
We carry over 600 products across 68 categories. That includes arcade games, Batak reaction games, bouncy castles, rodeo bulls, assault courses up to 220ft, funfair rides (Dodgems, Waltzer, Ferris Wheel), fun food machines, photo booths, climbing walls, laser quest, team building packages, and event infrastructure like staging and PA systems. Browse our full catalogue to see everything.
Do you deliver to Manchester?
Yes. Our Rotherham warehouse is under 45 minutes from central Manchester via the M1 and M62. Manchester is one of our most frequently served regions, and we've delivered to venues across the city centre, Salford, Trafford, Stockport, and surrounding areas.
How much does event equipment hire cost?
Prices range from £149/day for fun food machines to £3,950+ for full funfair rides. Most arcade and interactive games are £195–£595/day. We offer discounts when you hire multiple items together. Contact us for an accurate quote.
Can I hire multiple items for one event?
Yes, and most of our corporate clients do. We can supply everything from a single game to a full event package with dozens of items, all delivered together. One supplier, one invoice, one delivery. Check our packages page for pre-built multi-item deals, or Contact us to build a custom package.
What's included in the hire?
Every hire includes delivery, setup, and collection by our trained team, £5 million public liability insurance, and risk assessments and method statements emailed to your venue in advance. We also offer trained event attendants if you want hands-free operation of any equipment.
How far in advance do I need to book?
We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for summer fun days, university freshers' week (September), and the Christmas party season (November–December). We can sometimes accommodate last-minute bookings. Call us on 0114 345 0135 to check availability.
Book Entertainment Hire in Manchester
Call us on 0114 345 0135 or get in touch online for a quote. DB Entertainment has over 25 years in the events industry, a 5/5 Google rating from 209+ reviews, and 95% of our equipment is owned in-house. We carry over 600 products across 68 categories, so we can supply everything from a single arcade game to a full multi-day event with funfair rides, staging, and catering. We also offer entertainment hire in Sheffield, Leeds, Birmingham, Liverpool, and Nottingham, and deliver nationwide.