1.

Do as much research and learning about running an amusements or rides hire business as you possibly can from a variety of business sources.

2.

Make yourself aware of what's involved running your own amusements or rides hire business, the hours involved and the type of work.

3.

Decide whether to opt for inflatable attractions, bouncy castles, funfair rides, towable trampolines, simulators, rodeo bull simulator rides etc.

4.

Plan whether your rides or amusement business will be mostly dry hire, wet hire or a mixture.

5.

Research your target audience and potential customers, age groups, spending power plus ride or amusement preferences and suitability.

6.

Plan where and how you will be able to legally operate your amusement or ride.

7.

Plan how you will hire out or locate permanent sites or pitches at events for your amusements.

8.

Prepare your business plan and carefully organise your finances along with any borrowing.

9.

Plan for the impact your new business will have upon your family and your current way of life.

10.

Plan for the unforeseen, unexpected, seasonal variations and any what ifs.