Football Event Hire in the North West — SJ's Leisure
Make Your World Cup 2026 Party One to Remember
The 2026 World Cup is just around the corner, and if you're planning a football event anywhere in the North West — whether that's a big public screening, a corporate do, a pub party or a get-together with family and friends — SJ's Leisure has everything you need to make it genuinely unforgettable.
We've been supplying inflatable and fun products across the region since 1994, so we know a thing or two about putting on a great event. From penalty shootout games and inflatable football bouncy castles to photo booths, arcade machines and dance machines, we're your one-stop shop for football event entertainment.
Book online at sjleisure.co.uk, call us on 01744 602716 or email info@sjleisure.co.uk
Why SJ's Leisure?
We're not going to pretend there aren't other hire companies out there — but we will say this: very few of them have been doing it since 1994, and fewer still take it as seriously as we do.
We're a proper, full-time business. We have employed staff, a business premises in St Helens and a fleet of new, well-maintained vans to deliver and collect your equipment across the North West. We're not borrowing the family estate car or relying on a van we share with three other people — when we confirm your booking, we mean it. We trade all year round, 365 days a year. This isn't a weekend sideline that gets pushed aside when something better comes up.
Our friendly, professional team pride themselves on turning up on time, setting everything up properly, walking you through safe use, and leaving your event in the best possible hands. And when it's time to collect, we're back when we said we would be. Simple as that.
Our customer feedback speaks for itself — 4.9 out of 5 on Trustpilot from 173 genuine reviews. Here's what some of our customers have said:
What Our Customers Say
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Outstanding service from start to finish" "SJ Leisure provide my school with a range of inflatables, games and activities for our annual Y11 wellbeing event. This February, SJ Leisure served us for the fourth year and, as with every year prior, the service was simply outstanding. They arrived on time, set up all the equipment as required, and gave us clear directions for safe use. From the assault course to the darts, football goal and wrestling, everything is easy to use, safe and absolutely hilarious. This event brings such joy every year — we can't thank SJ Leisure enough for the excellent service." — Louise, Fred Longworth High School (Trustpilot, February 2026)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Amazing experience from a trustworthy company" "Amazing experience from booking through to the day the bouncy castle was taken down. Arrived early and set up in no time at all. Really friendly team who made sure we were happy with everything. Really reliable — which is the most important thing when booking a party — and the bouncy castle was in great condition and really clean. Use these guys, you won't be disappointed." — Nicolajbeamish (Trustpilot, August 2025)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Absolutely amazing — saved the day!" "Absolutely amazing! I was let down by another company for my son's 4th birthday but SJ Leisure came and saved the day. Not only did they make our kids happy, but the service was brilliant too. All those who dropped off and picked up were friendly and professional. I will not be going anywhere else!" — Lyndsey Cropper (Trustpilot, September 2025)
Read all 173 reviews at uk.trustpilot.com/review/sjleisure.co.uk
Football Games & Activities for Your Event
Whether you're hosting a World Cup watch party for hundreds of people, a Champions League evening for a group of mates, or a family Premier League party with the kids, we have a fantastic range of football-themed inflatables and games to keep everyone entertained — even when the match itself isn't quite delivering.
Roll & Bowl Penalty Shootout
Our Roll & Bowl Penalty Shootout is a brilliant football-themed game, complete with football sound snippets to really get the atmosphere going. Players roll balls up the lane and into scoring holes — each hole is worth a different number of points, and when the ball drops in, a light moves along the track by the corresponding number of spaces. Land it in the one-point hole and you move one space forward; find the three-point hole and you jump ahead three. First player to reach the end of the track wins. It sounds straightforward, but the competitive edge it brings out in people is something else — and it works brilliantly for all ages. 👉 View details
Football Globe Bouncer
A genuinely stunning centrepiece for any World Cup or football-themed event. This giant inflatable football globe is both a bouncy castle and an incredible photo opportunity all in one. People will be queuing up for a picture in front of it all evening. 👉 View details
Football Front Slide Combo Castle
A football-themed bouncy castle complete with a built-in slide — ideal for younger fans at family World Cup parties. Safe, clean and well-maintained as always, and a fantastic way to keep the little ones entertained from first whistle to last. 👉 View details
Inflatable Football Dartboards
Forget throwing darts — this is the real thing. Boot a football at one of our giant inflatable dartboards and see where it lands. We have three sizes available — 8ft, 13ft and a whopping 23ft — so whether you need something for a back garden gathering or a large-scale public event, we've got you covered. The bigger the board, the bigger the occasion. It's simple to play, needs no explanation and gets absolutely everybody involved — kids, adults, football fans and non-football fans alike. Don't be surprised when the queue starts forming and nobody wants to stop playing. 👉 View details
Penalty Shootout Games
Step up and take your shot. Our range of penalty shootout games are always one of the first things people gravitate towards at a football event, and it's easy to see why — everyone fancies themselves as a penalty taker, don't they? Suitable for all ages and a guaranteed crowd pleaser whether you're hosting a World Cup screening, a corporate event or a family party. Give your guests the chance to channel their inner Bellingham. 👉 View details
Penalty Plinko
A brilliant twist on a classic. Penalty Plinko combines the excitement of a penalty shootout with the unpredictable fun of Plinko — shoot the ball in and watch it bounce and ricochet its way down the board to a score. No two goes are ever quite the same, which is exactly what makes it so addictive. A fantastic talking point at any football event and something a little bit different from the usual games. 👉 View Penalty Plinko
Beat the Keeper & IPS Football Challenge
Large-scale, interactive football challenge games that bring a genuine match-day atmosphere to any event. Perfect for corporate World Cup screenings, school events, charity fundraisers or large public parties. 👉 Beat the Keeper 👉 IPS Football Challenge
Digital Whack-a-Mole (Football Branded)
Our digital whack-a-mole game can be themed and branded specifically for football events — great for keeping guests entertained between fixtures or during half time. High energy, easy to jump on and play, and always draws a crowd. 👉 View details
Human Subbuteo (Inflatable Human Football Table)
You are the player. Strapped into an inflatable frame, you and your teammates recreate the classic tabletop game at full human scale. Trust us on this one — the laughter doesn't stop from the moment people step in. 👉 View details
FootPool
Pool, but with your feet and footballs. An oversized inflatable pool table where you kick footballs instead of using a cue. Daft, brilliant, and absolutely impossible to play without grinning the entire time. 👉 View details
Keep the Party Going All Night Long
A great football event isn't just about the ninety minutes on the pitch — it's about everything around it too. The build-up, the half time buzz, the post-match atmosphere. That's why we offer a whole range of entertainment beyond the football-themed games.
Capture the memories. Our photo booths are a brilliant addition to any football event — guests love them, and you end up with a fantastic set of pictures from the night. Whether it's fans in full kit, pre-match nerves or full-on celebration shots after a goal, a photo booth makes sure none of those moments get lost.
Get everyone up on their feet. Our dance machines are huge fun and work perfectly at football parties once the match is done and the celebrating begins. They're ideal for events where you want to keep the energy high and give people something to do other than just stand around talking.
Keep your guests entertained before kick-off and during half time with our classic arcade machines. Whether it's a quick game to pass the time or a full-on tournament while the pundits are talking, arcade machines are a great way to fill those quieter moments and make sure the fun doesn't pause just because the football does.
Complete the Look with Dress Your Event
Want to go all out? Our colleagues at SJ's Leisure Dress Your Event can supply everything you need to make your football event look absolutely the part. From balloon arches in your team's colours and bespoke event theming to LED dance floors and illuminated signs — they do the full works.
Pair the games and entertainment from SJ's Leisure with the theming and décor from Dress Your Event, and you've genuinely got one of the best football parties the North West has ever seen.
👉 Visit dressyourevent.co.uk to find out more.
Safety You Can Rely On
We know that for venue managers, event organisers and anyone running a public or commercial event, safety isn't optional — it's essential. Here's what we have in place:
- All our inflatables are designed, built and tested in accordance with UK and EU safety standards as set out in BS EN14960
- All electrical equipment is PAT tested at regular intervals
- We carry £5 million public liability insurance
- Risk assessments and method statements are available to customers upon making a confirmed booking and paying a booking fee to secure the hire
- All equipment is clean, inspected and well-maintained before every single hire
- Our staff will set everything up on arrival and talk you through safe use before leaving
We Cover Most of the North West
Based in St Helens, we're perfectly placed to supply equipment throughout the majority of the North West, including:
St Helens · Warrington · Wigan · Widnes · Leigh · Ormskirk · Liverpool · Altrincham · Knutsford · Chorley · Frodsham · Delamere and surrounding areas
Not sure if we cover your area? Give us a ring — we cover more ground than you might expect.
Get Booked In Before the Dates Go
The 2026 World Cup runs from June through to mid-July, and with Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and European Championship fixtures throughout the year as well, our diary fills up fast around big match dates. If you're planning an event around any of these tournaments, we'd strongly recommend getting in touch sooner rather than later to avoid disappointment.
Booking is straightforward — head to our website to browse the full range and book online, or get in touch with our friendly office team directly.
🌐 sjleisure.co.uk 📞 01744 602716 📧 info@sjleisure.co.uk
SJ's Leisure — The North West's Leading Inflatable & Fun Product Hire Company Since 1994