Choosing a garden trampoline: measure the space before the diameter
A trampoline gives you a place for jumping in the garden, but choosing one takes more than finding a gap in the lawn. You need room for the whole frame, clearance around and above it, and a setup you can inspect and supervise.
Start with the available space and the instructions for the exact model. A bigger mat gives one jumper more room; it does not make jumping together a suitable option.
Small or large: what changes?
The quoted diameter usually describes the complete trampoline, not just the usable jumping mat. Check the model’s measurements rather than assuming that every part of that circle is jumping space.
- A smaller frame takes up less of the garden, but it still needs the specified clearance. Do not squeeze one against a fence to make it fit.
- A larger frame leaves more room for a single jumper to move. It also takes more space to assemble, inspect and maintain.
Sizes such as 305 cm, 366 cm, 370 cm and 4 m are not interchangeable. Compare the actual dimensions on each product card, including the overall height.
Check the garden as well as the trampoline
Choose flat, level ground and follow the manufacturer’s assembly, anchoring and clearance instructions. Keep the trampoline away from fences, buildings, trees, washing lines and other hazards, with clear space overhead. Check for objects underneath it too.
Do not treat a general “1–2 metres around it” rule as a substitute for the model’s instructions. If you cannot confirm the required space, get that information before ordering.
What an enclosure can and cannot do
An internal enclosure separates the jumping area from the springs and frame. Padding covers parts outside that area. Check that both are correctly fitted, intact and suitable for the model.
The net does not remove the risk of injury. Injuries can happen on the mat as well as from falling off. Keep the entrance secured as instructed, and stop using the trampoline if the net, mat, padding or frame is damaged.
One jumper, with an adult supervising
- Allow only one person to jump at a time, whatever the trampoline’s diameter or load rating.
- An adult should actively supervise children. Take turns; do not let anyone sit or play underneath while someone is jumping.
- Do not attempt flips or somersaults on a recreational garden trampoline.
- Never jump onto it from a roof, balcony or another raised structure.
- Keep toys and other loose objects off the mat. Follow the instructions for weather, access and storage.
Check age advice separately from the load limit. Health Canada advises against trampoline use by children under six. That is a safety recommendation, rather than a UK legal age limit. A product warning such as “not suitable under 36 months” does not mean a full-size trampoline is suitable for every child over three.
IXFun options currently available at RMDBike
The IXFun garden trampoline with enclosure has an internal net and a galvanised steel frame. On 10 November 2026, these two diameter options were orderable:
| Selected diameter | Checked price (GBP) |
|---|---|
| 305 cm / 10 ft | £131.58 |
| 370 cm / 12 ft | £112.74 |
Select the diameter on the product page before checking the price. The larger option was cheaper when checked; do not assume the price shown before selection belongs to every size. Prices include the tax displayed on the product page; delivery charges, if applicable, are separate. Prices and stock can change.
The description also mentions 245 cm, but that size was not selectable when checked. We are not presenting it as an available option.
The IXFun card lists a maximum load of 160 kg. This is the stated load limit for the model, not permission for several children to jump together. Follow the supplied instructions and any more restrictive conditions for the exact version.
What about a trampoline scooter?
A trampoline scooter is separate equipment with its own instructions. Do not assume it is suitable for every garden trampoline, or take a normal wheeled scooter onto the mat. Use extra equipment only where both manufacturers explicitly permit the combination and follow the relevant supervision rules.
Questions before buying
Is a trampoline with a net safe?
A net is one protective feature. It does not make jumping risk-free or replace supervision, maintenance and the instructions for use.
Can siblings jump together on a larger trampoline?
No. Use it one person at a time and take turns. A larger diameter does not change that rule.
Which size should I choose for a small garden?
The size that fits with all required clearances, not the largest frame you can squeeze into the space. If the instructions cannot be followed in your garden, choose a different activity.
What should I check before each use?
Inspect the frame, fixings, springs, mat, enclosure and padding. Keep the area clear and stop use until any damaged or worn part has been replaced with a suitable part.
