Harlequin Fun Casino Hire

On Saturday night, Harlequin Fun Casino had the pleasure of attending a 40th birthday party with a Las Vegas theme in Domewood, West Sussex. We took a roulette table and a blackjack table, and over 100 people came to the party dressed to impress. We saw a Las Vegas bride and Groom and Elvis himself! (as pictured!)

It was a brilliant night, and the casino room was jam packed the whole night long. We had some very impressive players on the tables, and special mention goes to Jake Pearman (age 10) who impressed our croupiers time and time again with his lucky streaks! Jake was proud possessor of the “Harlequin High Roller” title on more than one occasion, although he wasn’t technically allowed to win the prize! (Mum’s house rules!)

Another special mention goes to Dean who racked up a cool $800 in no time at all on the Roulette table. He was heading the “Harlequin High Roller” leader-board for a long time with that impressive win, until the gorgeous Emma (pictured left) waltzed up to the tables fashionably late and managed to turn $50 into $1,400 in just under an hour! Now that’s impressive! Bruce, the birthday boy had a little flutter on the Roulette table, but ultimately blew his dollars pretty quickly (claiming he had to “mingle with his guests” but personally, I think his luck may have run out!!) All in all, it was a fantastic night, and we all had a brilliant time. Once again, thanks to Tanya and Bruce for inviting Harlequin Fun Casino to host their fun casino party. I think they’d agree with me when I say it was a blast!

Last night Harlequin had a great night hosting a corporate fun casino event in Uckfield. There were over 200 guests in attendance, and all four of the fun casino tables were jam packed with players all night long! Corporate events are great when you have a fun casino. It’s the perfect way to break the ice and get everyone talking to each other in a relaxed atmosphere. It also breeds friendly competition too which always has interesting results! I really love going to corporate events (especially in the week as on a school night, they usually finish in time for me to go to bed at a reasonable hour!)

Corporate entertainment has not lost it’s appeal during the last twelve months of financial crisis. People still need to work, and they still need to be looked after, and  we have not seen a drop in corporate clients at all. It’s all about making savings wherever you can and being more careful with your spending, not ceasing to spend altogether. In line with the credit crunch, we lowered our prices to ensure our service remained affordable for everyone. Unlike the VAT decrease and subsequent increase, we are keeping our prices low even as the world begins to re-emerge from this financial rain-cloud.  As they say at the UK’s leading supermarket chain… every little helps!

Are you considering hiring a fun casino? Perhaps you’re not sure where to look or what to look for? Price is always going to be a concern, but there are so many other factors that should be taken into account when hiring a fun casino. Follow my top 5 tips for hiring a fun casino to help you make the right choice!

Google the term “Fun Casino Hire”

Ok, so it’s a bit of an obvious one, but when you’re looking for a fun casino, type the term “hire a fun casino” into google. Remember that the first two or three links at the top of the page and all of the links down at the bottom (all highlighted in pink) are sponsored links. That means they have been paid for by the company to appear high up on the first few pages. The pages below these sponsored links appear at the top of google naturally. That is not to say that the companies who have sponsored links are not great or as good as the others, it’s just good to be aware of the names that come up top naturally. It means that google trusts them to be a worthwhile source of information for you. That usually means (but not always) that they are worth checking out. There are so many great fun casino companies out there, that the first four or five pages is jam packed full of them! Spend some time looking at each website and gathering as much information as you can. Call them and ask lots of questions. We always love getting a phonecall, and it’s so much easier to answer all your questions directly over the phone. When you’re googling fun casino hire, try lots of different search terms, such as party casino hire, party casino night, mobile casino hire or hire a casino. There are so many fun casino hire companies and it’s important you get as much information as you can. Some are listed under pretend casino, practice casino or terms like casino experience or play casinos. Spend as much time as you can surfing through them all to find just the right team for your event.

Look at the quality of the fun casino tables.

Fun casino tables come in a range of shapes, sizes, colours and qualities, and in my experience, you usually get what you pay for! I have worked with fun casino companies who have the most beautiful and impressive tables, and then I have come across others whose tables could do with a little bit of TLC. But it really depends what kind of budget you have. If you’re looking for a cheap and cheerful fun casino, there are loads to be found. If you type “DIY Fun Casino” into google, you’ll come up with a huge long list of companies who offer a cheaper alternative to authentic fun casino tables. Usually, it’s a set-up of a piece of felt or baize, a small roulette wheel and some chips and cards for you to set up on your dining room table and play with friends. It’s  not something we offer, but I have seen it very often, and if you’re on a tight budget and you’re not really out to impress but just want to have a bit of a laugh, then a DIY fun casino could be right up your alley! If you’re interested but not sure where to go, call me or send me an email and I’ll put you in touch with a company that can help you.

Find out exactly what makes a professional sized table

If, however, you want the real casino experience, you’ll want to have a look at full size, professional tables. If you’re not sure if the casino tables you are looking at are full size, then here’s a little guide to help you. To be considered “full size”, the minimum dimensions for casino tables are as follows:

Roulette: At least 8ft long and 4ft wide

Roulette Wheel: We use the 800mm in diameter wheel which is standard, but 700mm is also widely used.

Blackjack: Standard size is approximately 6 or 7ft wide and 4ft deep

Craps: Full size can be up to 15ft but 12ft is equally acceptable.

Poker: Approximately8ft x 4ft

Anything smaller than these dimensions should not be considered full size or authentic. It’s not very often you’ll find a fun casino hire company with tables any smaller than this, but it’s worth noting just in case you’re expecting something and you are disappointed.

Look for a competitive fun casino price!

It’s not all about the cost I know, and sometimes it’s worth paying that little bit extra for something extra special, but make sure you are being charged a reasonable and competitive fee for your fun casino night. You’ll be able to get an idea of average prices by calling a few of the companies you like the look of the most and comparing. Here at Harlequin, we’re really competitive, but like I said before, it’s not always all about the cost. There’s no point paying for a cheap service if the service itself is not very good. I think most people would far rather pay for a great service and receive a great service! I know I would! Especially when it comes to a birthday party or wedding reception. These special days will be remembered for years to come, so it’s worth making sure that they are remembered for the right reasons!

And finally… Book a fun casino!

Once you’ve found the right people and you’re happy with them, book the date and relax! A good fun casino company will contact you nearer the time just to make sure all the details are still correct and will liase with the venue about set up times and all the boring bits that need to be dealt with. All you’ll need to do is turn up and have fun! It’s as simple as that! If you’re still unsure about anything to do with hiring a fun casino or you just want some advice, call Kathryn today on 07719 618 873 for a chat about your event or email info@harlequinfuncasino.com for free and impartial advice with no obligation whatsoever!

On Saturday night, myself and the Harlequin team went down to beautiful Bury in West Sussex, a quaint little village nestled away not far from Arundel, to host a charity fun casino at a charity ball for the NCT. The ball took place at Dorset House School which not was not only an absolutely beautiful venue with views overlooking the lush landscapes of the beautiful South Downs but is also steeped in many years of history. The event was a roaring success and all credit must be given to the beautiful Emma Gillespie who organised the entire event from start to finish. The guests all looked fabulous in their ball gowns and tuxedos, and everyone gave very generously to the cause. We managed to raise around £500 for the NCT by selling fun money to guests on the night and a mention has to be made about our new friend Mark who spent three solid hours on the casino tables and walked away with a well deserved bottle of Champagne at the end of the evening!

A charity fun casino is a great way to raise money for your charity or cause. Simply by selling fun money on the night, we can help you raise money with a charity casino. It’s really easy to do and a lot of fun for everyone. If you think you might be intersted in having a charity fun casino, please contact Kathryn for more information. If you are interested but cannot attend, here is an alternative way to check out and enjoy the casino.

We had such a great night at the charity ball and we met some fabulous people there, including a great band who go by the name of The Hit Squad! Everyone loved their music and had a fabulous time! The guys from The Hit Squad are so lovely as well and I really hope we bump into them again some time soon.

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As well as wedding cakes, Rebecca also designs and bakes beautiful miniature cakes which can be used as centrepieces for your tables, and delicious iced cookies which are a great idea for wedding favours! Her cookies tie in beautifully with her cakes and they look really fantastic. Each cookie is tied in a cellophane bag with a pretty ribbon. (See the image on the right for an example.) Her cookies come in all different shapes and sizes, including miniature Bride & Groom cookies and little hearts. They can be made in a variety of different flavours and can be themed to fit in perfectly with your wedding colours.

On Sunday, I went to the wedding fayre at the Effingham Park Hotel in Copthorne, West Sussex. Harlequin is based in Copthorne, so it was a leisurely and local day out for us! It was a fantastic day, there were so many brides there and loads of great exhibitors. We met lots of lovely people and made lots of new friends. The venue itself was really lovely. IT’s the perfect place for a wedding reception, especially in the Summer as the grounds of the hotel are so beautiful. The image on the left shows the main room set up for a wedding. As you can see, the effect of the domed ceiling is absolutely gorgeous! This is the room we were in for the wedding fayre. It had a great atmosphere (although it didn’t look quite as amazing as this image!)

We had the pleasure of meeting the lovely Lucy Bartholemew from Inflation and Inspiration, a Balloon Decorating company from Crawley, West Sussex. Not only is Lucy lovely, she is also an incredible balloon decorator! Take a look at some of the images on her website to see just what I mean. Lucy can create so many amazing designs with her balloons and she’s not afraid to do something a bit different. Have a look at her website for more details and to find out how she can make your wedding or party venue look fantastic for your special day!

On Saturday night, we hosted a fun casino night in Bury, and whilst we were there, we happened upon a company by the name of Party Pix who offer a really unique event photography service.

They have a mobile studio set up with a box of props, lights, camera and talented photographers who take your professional photograph right there and then! It’s a great idea for Wedding Receptions, birthday parties, award ceremonies and charity fundraisers!

The pictures can be formal or fun, it’s up to you! Take a look at their website for more detailed information. If you’re looking for a party photographer, or you just want something extra special to make your event even more memorable, then Party Pix is a must!

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Hi Again,

I hope you’re enjoying the sunshine today? I have been admiring it longingly from my office window! Glad I get to go out in a couple of hours for a bit of Spring time fresh air! It’s so much fun doing fun casino parties. I absolutely love my job. I get to go to parties, wedding receptions, charity nights and loads of brilliant get-togethers where I meet all kinds of lovely people who are there purely to have a great time!

Tonight, I’m off to Bury, West Sussex to entertain guests at a charity event for The National Childbirth Trust and I can’t wait to meet all the guests and start having some casino fun! It’s up to me to sell the fun money to all the guests, so I’ll be wearing out my shoe leather tonight making sure every single guests buys some fun money to use on the Roulette and Blackjack tables to raise money for such a great cause.

A charity fun casino is a brilliant way to raise money for your favourite charity or organisation. We can sell fun money to your guests and all monies raised go towards the charity of your choice. You can ask local businesses and companies if they’ll donate prizes for your guests to win, so that they’ll be more likely to keep buying the fun money! A nice little incentive always goes down well! If you’re short of offers, then a bottle of bubbly will do the job nicely. At the end of the day, all the money is going to charity, so most guests part with their cash quite happily anyway!

I’ll let you know how tonight goes later and post some pics. Until then, have a great Friday evening whatever you’re doing!

Kathryn x