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The Hire Barn is a Dorset-based wedding and event hire company specialising in 9-hole wedding mini golf, rustic skittles and garden game hire. Based in Portland, The Hire Barn provides fun and interactive entertainment for weddings, parties, festivals, corporate events and special occasions throughout Dorset and surrounding areas. Their collection combines traditional favourites with unique and nostalgic entertainment, giving guests of all ages the opportunity to get involved and enjoy some friendly competition.

Hire Options

The Hire Barn's 9-hole wedding mini golf course offers couples a unique and memorable addition to their wedding celebrations. Designed with weddings in mind, the course features nine fun and varied holes, wedding-themed obstacles, putters, low-bounce golf balls, scorecards, pencils and a leaderboard. A novelty winner's trophy and wooden spoon for the last-place golfer add to the friendly competition and give guests an activity they can enjoy throughout the day.

For those looking for traditional entertainment, The Hire Barn offers its popular Skittles & 5 Garden Games Bundle, combining a Handmade wooden skittle alley with a choice of five garden games. The garden game collection includes favourites such as Giant Jenga, Giant 4 in a Row, Hoopla, Cornhole, Limbo, Tin Can Alley, Croquet, Giant Noughts & Crosses, Giant Tetris and Vintage Badminton.

A larger garden game packages is also available, allowing couples and event organisers to choose entertainment to suit their event, venue and guest numbers.

Services Offered

The Hire Barn provides a complete hire service, including delivery, professional set-up and collection. Delivery is available throughout Dorset and surrounding areas, with additional travel charges applying where applicable depending on the location.

The team works closely with couples, event organisers and venues to arrange suitable delivery, set-up and collection times and to ensure the entertainment is ready for guests to enjoy. Whether couples are looking for a unique wedding activity, traditional skittles and garden games, or a combination of entertainment, The Hire Barn offers a fun and memorable addition to the occasion.

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Frequently asked questions

Type of entertainment offered:

Other (Mini Golf, Garden Games, Skittles, Wedding Entertainment, Outdoor Games & Event Entertainment)

What is included in the wedding package?

Wedding Entertainment: 9-hole wedding mini golf, traditional skittles and garden games. Packages include equipment, delivery, set-up and collection, with additional travel charges where applicable

How far in advance should I contact you?

We recommend booking as early as possible to secure your date. We’re happy to accommodate last-minute requests if availability allows. Get in touch when you have set your date to check availability

What other services to you provide?

Other (Delivery, professional set-up and collection, flexible hire options, venue coordination and advice on choosing games to suit the event and available space)

Are you able to travel?

Yes, based in Portland, Dorset, covering Dorset, Somerset, Devon, Hampshire, Wiltshire and surrounding areas. Further afield bookings considered by arrangement; travel charges may apply

Is there a charge for travelling?

Yes, no charge for travel within 20 miles of Portland, Dorset. Additional mileage charges apply for locations beyond the 20-mile free delivery area

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

Yes, for the Mini Golf Flat, horizontal ground required Minimum area of 10m x 10m Indoor undercover contingency plan if the weather is bad

How long is the act?

Hire periods vary depending on the package. Garden games and skittles are available for flexible hire periods, while mini golf is offered for set hire durations

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

For preparation, we typically need about 2 hours to set up the mini golf and garden games. This ensures everything is in place, functional, and ready for guests to enjoy

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

With a team

Do you do open-air acts?

No

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

Additional mini golf hire hours are available at an extra charge, subject to availability. Please contact The Hire Barn for pricing and availability

What are the forms of payment?

Bank Transfer – We’ll provide our bank details upon booking

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Map

75 Reforne DT5 2AW Portland (Dorset)

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