Bournemouth Event and Catering Equipment Hire
Bournemouth is one of the South Coast's leading destinations for conferences, exhibitions and large-scale events. The Bournemouth International Centre on Exeter Road is among the largest conference and exhibition venues outside London, hosting national trade shows, political party conferences and corporate events that draw thousands of delegates each year. The Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre on Westover Road provides a more intimate setting for awards evenings, product launches and gala dinners, while the East Cliff Hotel and the Highcliff Marriott Hotel on St Michael's Road both run busy corporate and private events programmes. Bournemouth University and Arts University Bournemouth together bring a substantial academic events calendar, with graduation ceremonies, creative industry showcases and end-of-year events held across both campuses and at external venues in the town.
Equipment Available for Bournemouth Events
Expo Hire stocks a full range of event furniture and catering equipment, available for short-term hire across Bournemouth and the surrounding area. All items are delivered clean, in good condition and ready to use.
- Chair hire — chiavari chairs, folding chairs, banqueting chairs, conference chairs and bar stools
- Table hire — round banqueting tables, trestle tables, poseur tables and rectangular folding tables
- Linen hire — tablecloths in a range of colours, napkins and chair covers with sashes
- Crockery hire — dinner plates, side plates, bowls and cups with saucers
- Glassware hire — wine glasses, champagne flutes, tumblers and water jugs
- Catering equipment — chafing dishes, bain maries, hot cupboards, water urns and serving equipment
For large conferences or multi-day events requiring significant quantities of furniture and catering equipment, Expo Hire can coordinate delivery across multiple days to fit venue access schedules.
Delivery to Bournemouth
Delivery and collection from £40. Expo Hire delivers seven days a week to Bournemouth and the surrounding postcodes, including Poole, Christchurch, Ferndown, Ringwood, Wimborne and Blandford Forum. Delivery charges are calculated by distance from the depot at point of checkout.
The Bournemouth International Centre has specific loading bay arrangements and access restrictions; Expo Hire has experience delivering to large conference venues and can work within venue-specific schedules. For hotel venues along the East Cliff and West Cliff, parking and access are usually straightforward for a standard delivery vehicle.
Events Served in Bournemouth
Expo Hire supplies equipment for a broad range of events in Bournemouth and the surrounding area:
- Corporate dinners, awards ceremonies and gala events
- National conferences and exhibitions at the Bournemouth International Centre
- Graduation ceremonies and end-of-year events at Bournemouth University and Arts University Bournemouth
- Weddings and wedding receptions at hotels, seafront venues and licensed premises
- Charity fundraisers and black-tie balls
- Summer outdoor events along the seafront and in Bournemouth's parks and gardens
- School proms and end-of-year celebrations
- Private parties and milestone birthday events
Bournemouth's conference trade is particularly strong from September through to April, when the BIC hosts its busiest programme. Wedding and outdoor events peak through the summer months, keeping demand for hire equipment high across the year.
How to Order
Check availability and pricing on the Expo Hire website. Add items to your basket, select your delivery and collection dates, and place your order online. Expo Hire will deliver on your chosen date and return to collect once your event is over. For large or complex orders, call the team to discuss your requirements. See the how to order page for full details.
