Cuckoo The Clown knows how difficult it can be for adults, parents and guardians to run a successful and enjoyable party. So much to remember... before and on the day. Your children will be relying on you to make it special so here are some tips which should stand you in good stead before Cuckoo The Clown arrives to take the pressure off!

Its your child's party so make sure you include them in some of the preparation. You may want to keep some elements secret but otherwise let them help.

1. Remember, plan your date well in advance. A lot of parties take place at weekends, so securing venues and Cuckoo The Clown will be harder. Why not hold the party after school? You can book Cuckoo The Clown up to 12 months in advance.

2. Check to make sure there is nothing else happening on the day of the party. You don't want your children's friends having to choose which party to attend or finding it clashes with a major event, school play or football play-off .

3. Choose a venue with good facilities and ample car parking or at least safe places to drop off and pick up. Consider whether you will invite parents to be there?

Cuckoo The Clown will always send out a booking form to confirm the details; time, venue, date and cost.  Don't forget to send 1 of the two copies provided back in the stamped addressed envelope provided and keep 1 copy for yourself.

4. Party themes can be great fun. If you want to theme the party, make sure you can buy all the plates, table cloths, decorations and balloons that  make the theme work. If you want the party guests to dress up consider the cost and problems that parents may face. Some costumes may not be practical for running around in and playing games. Clown or circus themes offer lots of fun with ready availability of paper plates and other goods at local party shops etc.

5. Make your guest list and make sure your child tells you who needs to be included. Don't forget relatives, family, friends, other parents and children you may come in contact with. Don't forget to let brothers and sisters invite a friend so they won't feel left out.

6. Write out the invitations, so you give as much notice as possible and don't forget to tell everyone Cuckoo the Clown is coming to visit. Be specific about the start and finish time. Two hours is an ideal length.  Cuckoo The Clown offers a two hour party package where all you need to do is; feed the children; supply party bags and the lighter for the birthday cake candles! Easy.

7. Ask a couple of friends to help on the day. If you book Cuckoo The Clown to entertain the children you will need other adults present to deal with children who may need comfort breaks whilst he is performing.

8. Plan the party food. It should be kept simple and easy to eat. Don't forget to consider any dietary requirements such as vegetarian, gluten free etc.  Make food in advance that can be frozen. Order the birthday cake. If you will be giving pieces to each guest to take home you may need to order two!

9. Just before the party make sure you have spoken to all the parents or had replies. If you are providing goody bags, the number of guests is even more critical. Buy any remaining food!

10. Relax, Cuckoo The Clown is on his way (if you booked him). Make sure the front door of your venue has balloons or a banner so everyone knows where the party is. If you live down an unmarked lane, put a sign on just by the turning. Although Cuckoo The Clown uses SatNav to get him to parties on time, even SatNav can be foiled by fields and back lanes.  By booking the two hour party package with Cuckoo The Clown - you really will be able to enjoy the party.

A recent customer emailed within hours of Cuckoo The Clown leaving the party and wrote;

Cuckoo The Clown  will turn up in his fab, red, smart car approximately 30 minutes before he is due to start.

If you want to reassure yourself on the day, give him a ring on;

 01823 335753 or 07799 392249

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