Our Lighthouse Helter Skelter is a classic fairground slide, decorated in traditional red and white stripes and built in the shape of a lighthouse. It is a popular choice for fun days, festivals, fetes and Christmas events. Hire starts from £2,800, and we set it up at your venue anywhere in the UK, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds and Glasgow.
How Does the Lighthouse Helter Skelter Work?
Guests climb to the top of the tower, then slide all the way back down to the bottom. There is nothing to learn and no waiting for a cycle to finish, so children can come back for more as soon as they reach the end. If you are curious about where the design comes from, read our guide to the history of the helter skelter.
Why Choose the Lighthouse Design?
The red and white colours are what many people picture when they think of a helter skelter, and they photograph well against a green field, a town square or a festive backdrop. If you would prefer a different look, we also offer a square helter skelter with Victorian-style decoration.
Which Events Suit a Helter Skelter?
- Family fun days and fetes: an attraction for children, with a look that parents and grandparents recognise.
- Festivals: an easy landmark for guests to find.
- Corporate events: from small corporate fun days to larger staff events.
- Charity events: you could charge for entry, with options for one slide, three slides or all-day passes.
What Is Included When I Hire It?
We come to your venue at a time that suits you and set everything up on your behalf. A helter skelter attendant and insurance come as standard, along with delivery and collection, and risk assessments and insurance certificates are available on request.
How Much Does Lighthouse Helter Skelter Hire Cost?
Lighthouse Helter Skelter hire starts from £2,800. Your final quote depends on the date, location and hire length.
How Can I Get the Most From the Helter Skelter?
Place it close to your main entrance or at the end of a walkway, so its height pulls people through the site. Give the queue its own space, away from the slide exit and any food stalls. If you are raising money, set your prices before the day and put them on a clear sign.
Should I Hire a Helter Skelter on Its Own or as Part of a Funfair?
Both work well, and the right answer depends on the size of your event. At a smaller fete or corporate day, a single helter skelter can act as the main attraction, because its height and colours give the site a fairground feel without needing a lot of other equipment.
For a larger event, it makes a good anchor for a wider layout. You could place it at one end of the site, with stalls and smaller rides leading towards it, so guests walk through everything else on their way. Our team can suggest a mix of attractions once we know your guest numbers, the age of your guests and the space you have. Before you decide on a position, check for trees, cables and other obstacles overhead.
Lighthouse Helter Skelter Hire FAQs
Can the helter skelter go indoors?
Yes, on a hard surface, if the venue has enough height. Tell us your ceiling height and we will check the fit. It can also go outdoors on grass or hard ground.
How much space does it need?
Send us your site plan or some photographs and we will confirm the space and access needed.
Can I add other rides?
Yes. Many clients add other funfair rides and fairground side stalls to build a full fairground.
Ready to book the Lighthouse Helter Skelter? Call our Birmingham team on 0121 293 1377 or our London team on 0203 302 4757, or use our contact page to check availability for your date.