Inflatable fun park in Peterborough closes suddenly due to 'unforeseen circumstances'

Inflata Nation, which is located at at the PE1 Retail Park, Eye Road, announced on its Facebook page on Sunday evening that it was closed for for a temporary period.

But the founders of Inflata Nation, which has other venues across the UK, have not revealed the nature of the ‘unforeseen circumstances and say they are working to reopen as quickly as possible.

And people with party bookings at the venue are urged to get in touch as soon as possible.

Matt and Michelle Ball, co-founders of Inflata Nation, said: “Unfortunately, Inflata Nation Peterborough has been forced to close due to unforeseen circumstances.

"We appreciate this will come as a disappointment to our customers, but we are doing all we can to reopen as soon as possible.

"Our team will be reaching out to anyone with existing party or bounce session bookings, but if you have any concerns or queries, please contact 0161 710 2360.

The couple added: “We know that Inflata Nation Peterborough is a much-loved and valued location for families in the area and we aim to fully reopen as soon as we can.”

The closure announcement triggered concern from some customers who expressed their worries on the venue’s Facebook site.

Dannii Duckmanton wrote: “We have paid in full for our party also please can you advise on refunds?”

Kiran Kaur stated: “My son's party was supposed to be today (Sunday) and I was contacted on Thursday night that the place was closed, I was told I would receive a full refund in the two parts of how I paid. They were very apologetic but no reason for closure.”

Kattie Skutela asked: “Will you be in contact with those that have booked parties!?”

It is not the first time the venue has closed suddenly this month.

On July 6, the venue also posted a notice on its Facebook saying that it had closed

The post stated: “Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are taking the unfortunate step to temporarily close.

"We will update you all in due course, so please keep an eye on our social media.

It added: “We apologise for any inconvenience.”

Inflata Nation opened in Peterborough in 2019 and created 30 jobs.

The 14,500 square feet venue features a huge ball pool, obstacle races, huge bouncy balls and giant drop slides plus a gladiator battle podium and a special ‘Inflata Bubbles’ section.

In 2020, the facility was forced to close during the Covid-19 pandemic and put at risk a £700,000 by the then franchise owners, Preeti and Bikram Sohal who launched a crowdfunding page with a target of £30,000 to “help ensure essential bills are paid whilst being closed”.