Family Reunion and Barbecue Hire in Bletsoe
Three generations, two barbecues and a garden in Bletsoe that has not seen this many people since the last big family wedding. A reunion is a different kind of party: the guests range from babies to great-grandparents, and the day tends to stretch from lunchtime into the evening. Bletsoe, the small village on the A6 north of Bedford near Sharnbrook, has plenty of gardens with the space for it. We hire the equipment that keeps everyone entertained, delivered and set up for you.
A rodeo ride for the brave relatives
At every family reunion, someone volunteers to go first, and the rest of the family gathers to watch. A rodeo bull is a light-hearted centrepiece for adults and older children. The Rodeo Bull (3 hrs) comes with our trained operator, who can slow it right down for nervous or younger riders. The soft inflatable base around the bull makes for gentle landings.
Games the whole family can join
Lawn games are the glue of a reunion, because grandparents, parents and children can all play together. A tower of Giant Jenga (mini) on the patio table is a natural meeting point, and our wider garden games range includes Connect 4 and snakes and ladders. Put them near the seating so older relatives can join in from a chair.
A bouncy castle for the cousins
The children will want their own space while the adults catch up. A large bouncy castle such as the Rock Star Bouncy Castle (15 x 18ft) gives a group of cousins plenty of room. Keep the bouncy castle within sight of the seating, and agree a rota so that one adult is always watching.
Barbecue company for a Bletsoe family reunion
A rodeo, a mobile bar, giant games and plenty of seating will keep several generations entertained until the food is ready.
Seats, shade and somewhere to eat
A big gathering needs more chairs than most households own. Our tables and chairs can be laid out for a long lunch, and gazebos give shade in the afternoon sun or shelter from a passing shower. Keep the barbecue well away from the bouncy castle and the rodeo, as smoke and inflatables do not mix.
Timing a long day
Reunions often run for most of the day. Hires last up to seven hours, and overnight hire is a flat £40 charge on the whole order. We set up before the first guests arrive and come back to collect at the agreed time. For larger bookings with several items, we may ask for a deposit of up to 25%.
Our equipment is inspected every year to BS EN 14960, and every hire comes with £5 million public liability insurance.
Bletsoe's neighbours on the A6
A short drive south brings you to the slide parties covered on our Milton Ernest inflatable slide hire page. North-east of Bedford, there are ideas for end-of-term celebrations on our page about Bolnhurst bouncy castle hire.
By the evening, the photos are taken, the barbecue is cold and someone is already planning the next reunion. Check availability online or call 01525 455765 to book for your Bletsoe gathering.