Mini Golf FAQs

Read on to see more frequently-asked questions about our popular Mini Golf Experience. Miniature golf, also known as crazy golf and miniature golf, is a game that can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike, and it's popular at family fun days, corporate events and all kinds of other occasions.

We receive plenty of enquiries about our crazy golf courses, such as our 9-hole Mini Golf course. Read below to see the answers to some questions, and some extra cool information about this beloved game.

• What is the history of Mini Golf? Miniature golf is a fun game that has been entertaining generations. Find out how mini golf got started and how it became so successful.
• What are the rules of Mini Golf? Follow the rules to keep track of your score and make sure you get the most fun out of this game.
• Can all skill levels play Mini Golf? Do you need experience and knowledge to get the most out of mini golf, or can everyone have a go?
• How to win at Mini Golf: Follow our advice and you'll be able to beat the competition and stay under-par. You might even get a few elusive hole-in-ones!
• Why Mini Golf is great for team building days: When you want to hire entertainment for teambuilding days, mini golf could be a great option. Discover more with We Are Tricycle!
• Can Mini Golf be played indoors? Because mini golf is a putting game, there should be no shouts of 'fore' when you're indoors, and no smashed windows. Find out more here.
• Is Mini Golf suitable for all ages? If you're looking for fun for the whole family, miniature golf could be a great solution. Entertain everyone with crazy golf.

More FAQs for Events with Mini Golf

Mini golf can form the main activity at an event or sit alongside games, rides and other entertainment. The questions that follow from choosing mini golf often depend on the type of event being organised, the audience and what else needs to fit into the programme. These related FAQ collections provide useful routes into those subjects.

What other games work alongside mini golf?

If you are creating a larger games area, our Giant Game FAQs cover oversized activities that can provide another casual participation option. Funfair Game FAQs answer questions about traditional fairground games and side stalls.

For events combining physical games with electronic entertainment, Arcade Game FAQs provide further information about arcade and interactive gaming.

Considering mini golf for a team building day?

Mini golf can be incorporated into events where colleagues move between several games and activities. The Teambuilding Day FAQs look at the wider questions involved in organising this type of programme, including the use of different entertainment formats.

There is also a dedicated guide to Why Mini Golf Is Great for Team Building Days, which looks more closely at using the activity within a team event.

What about mini golf at corporate events?

Corporate entertainment can take many forms, from informal staff events to larger fun days with multiple attractions. Our Corporate Event Funfair FAQs provide a broader collection of questions for organisers considering games, rides and fairground entertainment within a corporate event.

Can mini golf form part of a school or university event?

Education events may need activities that can operate alongside a wider programme of entertainment. School & University Event FAQs cover questions specifically relating to school, college and university events, helping organisers consider mini golf in the context of the complete event rather than as a standalone activity.

How can we plan for different participants?

Mini golf does not remove the need to think carefully about access, circulation and individual requirements. Venue layout, the particular course and the needs of attendees can all influence how an activity is incorporated into an event.

Funfair Accessibility FAQs explore accessibility and inclusion in greater detail and provide a useful companion resource when planning activities for a varied audience.

What if mini golf is part of an outdoor event?

Outdoor event planning introduces weather and site considerations that extend beyond the game itself. Rainy Weather FAQs cover questions about events in wet conditions, while Summer Funfair FAQs look at wider considerations for warm-weather funfairs and outdoor entertainment.

How much space should we allow around the activities?

The equipment footprint is only one part of planning an activity area. Organisers also need to consider participant movement, waiting space, access and the relationship between mini golf and neighbouring attractions.

Event Planning and Logistics FAQs provide further answers about site planning and event organisation. You can also read How much space do I need for giant garden games? if other large-format games are being incorporated into the same activity area.

Want to know more about the game itself?

For a closer look at how mini golf is played, What Are the Rules of Mini Golf? explains the basic format and rules. If you are interested in where the activity came from, the Funfair History FAQs provide a route into our historical resources about fairground games and attractions.

Continue planning your games and entertainment

Browse the main FAQs section for more FAQ collections covering games, rides and different types of event. You can also explore Guides for more detailed information or contact us to discuss mini golf and other entertainment for your event.