Painted horses, golden poles and a fairground organ playing a cheerful tune: our traditional golden horse carousel, also known as the gallopers or the Victorian carousel, is the very picture of an old-time funfair. As the horses rise and fall in time with the music, riders young and old feel like children again.

It is a magnificent centrepiece, admired for its grandeur and nostalgic charm, and its vintage decor and style recall the fairgrounds of yesteryear. Bright lights and traditional tunes draw guests over from all around the event, and plenty of grown-ups find themselves climbing aboard for a gallop before the children do.

What pairs well with the gallopers?

For a proper village funfair atmosphere, combine the carousel with our Ferris Wheel Ride Hire, Helter Skelter, traditional funfair stalls and the Candy Floss Stall. Together they create a wonderfully nostalgic scene that suits everything from family gatherings and weddings to grand corporate events and Christmas fairs.

Our experienced team looks after setting up, operating and dismantling the ride, with risk assessments and insurance documents supplied ahead of the day, so you can focus on enjoying your event.

Hire starts at £2100, with prices varying based on the event date, the number of items booked and the operating hours required. We pride ourselves on transparent pricing, with no hidden costs and clear communication throughout the booking process.

Browse our traditional fairground ride hire and fairground stalls and games to complete the look. Country weddings in Devon and Christmas events in County Durham suit the carousel's Victorian elegance. Contact us to bring the gallopers to your next event.