Terms & Conditions of Business

General Terms & Conditions, Booking Details and Payments. Known as “General Terms”

1.1 By providing requested details for the purpose of providing a service to you, deemed acceptance of the below terms are agreed.

1.2 Deposit payments will be 50% of total booking amount including travel and extra costs. If a greater amount is paid, then this will be deemed as your deposit payment.

1.3 All deposit payments are non-refundable.

1.4 Deposit payment are payable over the telephone, by payment link, online web order or at the office by credit or debit card or by cash.

1.5 All payments will be followed by a receipt either sent through post or by email.

1.6 Deposit payments must be paid to secure your hire and remaining balances must be paid 7 days before the booking date.

1.7 If World of Parties™ agrees to an extended hire time on the date of booking, then the payment must be made in cash, credit or debit card before the extended hire time begins. This charged at £50 Per Hour, per asset.

1.8 World of Parties™ reserves the right to administer an administration charge for the editing, re-invoicing or sending of duplicate copies but not limited to contracts, invoices, receipts this will be charged at £25 per time.

1.9 Cancellations made within the 14day period leading up to your booking will require payment in full – within 7Days.

2.0 All cancellations made will result in a loss of deposit.

2.1 All cancellations must be made in writing either by letter, if by email, then it must come from the email address we have for your booking, cancellations from other email addresses will not be accepted.

2.2 World of Parties™ reserves the right to cancel our services should we discover that the venue is unsuitable or dangerous. In these circumstances, no refund will be given and full payment will remain liable.

2.3 If the event is to be held outdoors World of Parties™ reserve the right to cancel or delay our services if there is insufficient waterproof cover and no refund will be provided and full payment will remain payable.

2.4 In the unlikely event that World of Parties™ needs to cancel the event due to ill heath, Emergency annual leave, bereavements any fees paid to us by the client shall be refunded in full. All attempts shall be made to find a replacement before this terms comes in to place.

2.3 If the event is to be held outdoors we reserve the right to cancel or delay our services if there is insufficient waterproof cover or high winds - no refund will be provided and full payment will remain payable.

2.4 It is the responsibly of the client to provide a safe power supply.

2.5 The client will ensure that the audience and anyone other than our team connect themselves in a proper manner. World of Parties™ will not be held responsible for any actions, behaviour or damages caused by those attending the event, under any circumstances.

2.6 Often, World of Parties™ may take photographs or video photos of events, to be used in promotional material. If you, the client object to this then please do notify World of Parties™ prior to the event.

Venue Access

1.1 World of Parties™ requires access to the venue 30 minutes prior to the start time of the event and requires 30 minutes to pack up and vacate the venue.

1.2 The client must ensure that the venue is equipped with at least two working double sockets.

Mobile Disco and Kids Parties Terms

All General Terms Apply.

1.1 If the client requests that the DJ to play after the agreed finishing time, this will be charged as per our general terms mainly 1.7 and only with the permission of the venue manager/owner. This is also subject to the DJ’s discretion.

1.2 World of Parties™ staff will conduct themselves in a proper manner throughout their attendance and will respond to the clients’ request (unless in breach of any laws or venue requirements/restrictions) such as the volume, positioning of equipment and any other reasonable requests. If you require the DJ or member of our staff to adhere to a dress code, then please do let us beforehand.

1.3 The client will be responsible for any malicious damage or theft of any equipment caused by guests, the client will be responsible perusing the matter with the guests.

1.4 3.5 In the circumstances that guests are not acting responsible or within good conduct, World of Parties™ has the right to terminate their services – No Refund will be provided and full payment will remain payable.

1.5 The client shall provide adult supervision for all children attending the event.

Race Night Terms/Legalities

All General Terms Apply plus Mobile Disco and Kids Parties Terms

Legalities –

A Race Night is regarded as a lottery, as defined in the Lotteries and Amusement Act of 1976. The films are simply an entertaining way of selecting a winning number at random, and the tote ‘betting’ tickets are just chances in a lottery where nobody knows which number will win.

All our Race Nights are the type of event, where films are picked at random, none of the actual runners on the film are named. The films are then shown in their entirety.

Providing a Race Night is held on suitable premises, pub, club, church hall, community centre etc, you do not have to register with the police, or obtain a license. You can also hold a race event on a Sunday. However please ensure that if you advertise your event, as a Charity event.

Race Nights shall only be conducted for the benefit of a charity and not for a sole individual. Proof of a charities existence must be provided 7 days before the event.

Inflatables Terms & Conditions

All General Terms Apply.

1.1 In the event of high winds or heavy rain we reserve the right to cancel your booking on the grounds of health and safety. In these circumstances, you may change the date of your booking subject to availability or receive a refund of the booking hire minus the deposit.

1.3 Inflatables cannot and will not be operated if the wind speed is and more than 15MPH.

1.4 An anemometer will be provided to assess the wind speed; we strongly advise this is checked every 30 minutes or when you feel the wind change in speed rapidly.

1.5 World of Parties™ will not be held responsible if the inflatable is operated over the 15MPH limit – Doing so can result in death!

1.6 Your inflatable will be set-up by a trained member of staff, pegged into the ground using 1foot long stakes in each available anchor point.
Weather Policy Terms and Conditions

1. Non-Refundable Deposits
   • All deposits made at the time of booking are non-refundable under any circumstances. By making a deposit, you agree to these terms and acknowledge that weather conditions are beyond our control.
2. Postponements Due to Severe Weather
   • In the event of severe weather conditions, such as high winds or gusts exceeding 24 mph, we reserve the right to postpone your booking. According to law, we are prohibited from operating in wind speeds exceeding 24 mph. Additionally, some of our equipment may not withstand these wind speeds, and we conduct a thorough pre-risk assessment prior to each event to ensure safety.
   • Postponements due to severe weather conditions will result in your booking being rescheduled to another available date. Please note that this is the only option available in the case of severe weather postponements.
3. Acceptance of Weather-Related Risks
   • By making a booking, you accept the risk that your event may be affected by weather conditions. Weather is considered an Act of God, and we cannot control or predict it. If your booking cannot go ahead due to weather conditions, your event will be postponed to another date as outlined in this policy.
4. No Postponement or Refund if Setup is Completed
   • Should our team arrive on the day of your booking, set up the equipment, and subsequently determine that it is unsafe to operate due to weather conditions, no postponement will be offered, and full payment will still be required. It is important to understand that once setup has been completed, our services have been rendered, and payment obligations are due in full.
   • Should we turn up and risk assess the winds on site with the equipment not being set up the postponement is for the Remaining balance amount your deposit amount is not transferred within the postponement.
5. Postponement Policy
   • If your booking is postponed due to severe weather, it will be rescheduled to another date. The rescheduled date will be mutually agreed upon, subject to availability. Please note that this policy only applies to postponements caused by severe weather as outlined above.

By confirming your booking, you acknowledge and accept these terms and conditions, including the risks associated with weather-related postponements and the non-refundable nature of deposits.

2. Conditions of hire

2.1 All persons using the equipment must remove footwear prior to use

2.2 A responsible adult (over 16 years old) must be supervising the equipment at ALL Times. No person under the influence of drink or drugs should supervise or operate the equipment.

2.3 Children and adults are not permitted to be on the inflatable at the same time

2.4 Participants must not become reckless or boisterous

2.5 Intoxicated persons shall not be permitted on the inflatable

2.6 Any injured persons will receive personal medical assistance within two hours of the event causing injury and any record of the treatment will be made available to us for inspection.

2.7 NO adult should use any equipment that is supplied solely for children's use. These units are intended for use by persons below the age of 12yrs. Please ensure no person over this age uses the equipment, this can result is damage and subsequently cost of repair billed to you.

2.8 Always ensure the equipment is not overcrowded, and limit numbers per the age and size of people using it. Always avoid a mix of large and small children at the same time.

2.9 DO NOT allow anyone to bounce on the front safety step as children could easily bounce off the inflatable and get hurt. The step is there to assist users to get on and off.

3.0 Persons with a history of Heart, Neck or Back Problems, High Blood Pressure, Joint or Bone weakness or any person with a history of known medical disabilities are NOT allowed to use the equipment. Also, any person who feels unwell should be removed immediately.

3.1 ALL shoes, glasses, jewellery and badges MUST be removed before using the equipment.

3.2 NO face paints, party poppers, coloured streamers, silly string, food, drink, water (hosepipes, water pistols etc), soapy water (to create foam!), sweets, chewing gum, pets, toys, mud, barbeques, smoking, shoes or sharp objects are to be allowed on or near the equipment. This will avoid both choking hazards and potential soiling of the unit, otherwise a cleaning charge of up to £50.00 will apply.

3.3 Climbing, hanging or sitting on side walls is DANGEROUS and MUST NOT be allowed.

3.4 Children should not be pushing, colliding, fighting, attempting somersaults, wrestling, running or behaving in a manner likely to cause injury, damage or distress to others or the equipment.

3.5 DO NOT allow anyone to be on the inflatable during inflation or deflation as this could damage both the equipment and injure the user.

3.6 Ensure a safety zone of 2 feet around the equipment is kept clear at all times.

3.7 It is strongly recommended that the inflatable should not be used in high winds or wet conditions and should be switched off. After rain showers, any wetness, including bubbling (which is normal) can be dried with the aid of a towel. Inflatables and safety mats can also become slippery from early evening onwards, the end of the season due to dew (condensation) forming on the equipment. Please take extra care.

3.8 If the blower stops working, ensure ALL users exit the inflatable immediately. Make sure the blower tube has not come loose, the deflation is still closed and that nothing is obstructing the blower. Failing all this, please contact us for possible further assistance.

3.9 Always use the RCD plug provided. Only use electrical equipment supplied by us, as all electrical equipment is fully tested to the appropriate Health and Safety Guidelines by a qualified electrician and fitted with British Standard approved connections. These connections are splash proof (except RCD’s) and can be left out in wet weather although do not allow them to become submerged in water.

4.0 Do not allow any person to interfere, adjust or repair any electrical item, even if qualified to do so. Failure to do so may result in additional cost for the replacement or repair of damaged parts and possible prosecution for criminal damage.

4.1 Any damage to equipment caused by misuse, neglect, loss or failure to follow these conditions, shall deem the Hirer liable for full repair or replacement costs in addition to any loss of business as a result of such loss or damage as per hire contract.

4.2 World of Parties™ cannot be held liable for any damage to property (indoors or outdoors) whilst delivering or collecting equipment. It is the Hirers responsibility to ensure adequate access and clearances – No Refund will be provided if appropriate access can be given.

4.3 SET UP DELAYS: If there are any delays due to, but not limited to, Gaining access, moving items like garden furniture, trampolines, cutting over hanging branches or mowing the grass, then extra charges will apply at a rate of £20 per half hour We Reserve the right to cancel your booking!

Disclaimer

Please note that ALL persons using this equipment do so at their own risk. The person/s or organization hiring such equipment will be responsible / liable for any damage or injury occurring from or as a result of misuse, neglect or reckless use of such equipment hired. The guidelines above are for the safety of all people using this equipment, and it is the sole responsibility of the hirer to ensure they are fully adhered to at all times.