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START UP A RIDES AND AMUSEMENT HIRE BUSINESS

STEP1. PLANNING

Initial planning checklist for individuals considering starting an amusements rides hire business.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Finally for the most difficult task of the planning checklist! Every business needs a good catchy, easy to remember business name and logo. Good luck!
For more detailed information regarding any of the above points refer to the key points navigation links
 

KEY POINTS

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The initial idea
Have you ever considered starting your own rides or amusements hire business?
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What's involved
It looks so easy, but what's it really like running your own amusement rides hire business?
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Where to operate
Plan where your customers will be and where you can operate your rides.
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What amusement
A unique ride or amusement that will attract your target audience.
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Business plan
Financial planning is essential for your new amusement ride hire business.
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