It’s open next to a farm shop
The theme park is located in Long Ashton(Image: Inflatable Theme Park, Facebook)
A massive inflatable theme park is open near Bristol filled with bouncy castles, big slides and games. Located at the Gatcombe Farm Shop in Long Ashton, it will be open from 10am to 5pm until Sunday (June 1), before returning from June 7-8.
The ‘Inflatable Theme Park’ is said to be suitable for children aged two-14 and a £10 wristband will grant access to all the inflatables, while visitors will need to pay extra for bungees, zorbs and cars. On the site there is a free car park, toilets, and hot and cold food and drinks available.
Accompanying adults are given free admission, and there are also options to hire deckchairs or take part in crazy golf. No pre-booking is required so people can turn up on the day and pay upon arrival.
The event organisers recommend that children bring a long-sleeved t-shirt and long trousers with them, as this will help them avoid friction burns when coming down the very long slides. Attendees should also remove shoes to go on all the rides.
Dogs are welcome, but only if they are well-behaved and child-friendly – and they must also be kept on a lead at all times. Organisers’ website states: “Please clear up any mess immediately and put the bag in one of the many available rubbish bins.”
There are first aid trained members of staff on the ground to deal with minor issues. There is also a lost child area and all the staff are equipped with walkie talkies so are able to quickly assist if a child is lost.
(Image: Inflatable Theme Park/ Facebook)
Parents and guardians are encouraged to remember sun cream on hot days. Organisers also warn that for safety reasons, they may have to close on days when the weather forecast is not suitable for opening.
The decision to close due to adverse weather such as rain or strong winds, is made about an hour before opening, so people hoping to attend should check the website beforehand to get the latest information.
The travelling theme park was designed to offer a “unique, exciting inflatable experience in a safe environment”. The founder designed many of the unique giant inflatables and bouncy castles and “constantly plans bigger and better inflatables”.
It originated in Gloucestershire, but has since operated in Bristol, Somerset, Berkshire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Wales, Wiltshire, and Dorset, among other places.
The website explains: “The Inflatable Theme Park pride themselves on having the latest and most up to date, unique giant inflatables and bouncy castles.
“The famous Inflatable Theme Park, UK was started in 2005, with an aim to provide an amazing day out. Offering excellent value for money and an exciting array of giant inflatables and bouncy castles – that had never been seen before, on one ground.”