Carlisle Event and Catering Equipment Hire
Expo Hire delivers tables, chairs, linen, crockery, glassware and catering equipment to Carlisle and the surrounding area. Carlisle is England's most northerly city and the main centre for events in Cumbria, with Carlisle Racecourse among the most active event venues in the North West. Carlisle Cathedral, the city's hotels and Cumbria's range of country houses and rural estates support a steady programme of weddings, corporate events and private functions throughout the year.
Equipment Available for Carlisle Events
- 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
Popular Carlisle Venues and Events
- Carlisle Racecourse — the Cumbrian racecourse hosts race days, corporate hospitality, charity dinners and private hire throughout the season, with banqueting furniture and catering equipment regularly hired for large events.
- Carlisle Cathedral — the Norman cathedral hosts civic services, concerts and charity events, with furniture and catering equipment hired for formal receptions in the nave and chapter house.
- Hallmark Hotel Carlisle (Crown) — the city's main corporate hotel hosts conferences, weddings and private dinners with regular hire for additional furniture and tableware.
- Dalston Hall Hotel — the country house hotel near Carlisle hosts weddings and private events with chiavari chairs, linen, crockery and glassware among the most common hire requirements.
- Scaleby Castle — the medieval castle near Carlisle hosts exclusive weddings and private events in its gardens and restored rooms, with furniture and catering equipment regularly required.
Expo Hire delivers to any venue in the Carlisle area. For venues with restricted access windows, contact the team before ordering.
How Much Equipment Do You Need?
A seated dinner for 100 typically requires around 110 chairs, 13 round tables, 100 place settings and 200 glasses. Expo Hire has no minimum order and shows live stock levels so you can check availability before placing an order.
Delivery to Carlisle
Delivery and collection from £40. Expo Hire delivers seven days a week to Carlisle and the surrounding area, including Penrith, Brampton, Wigton and surrounding Cumbrian postcodes. Postcodes covered include CA1 to CA8 across Carlisle and the Eden Valley.
Events Served in Carlisle
- Racecourse hospitality and corporate dining
- Weddings at country houses and Carlisle's hotels
- Corporate conferences and award ceremonies
- Outdoor and marquee events across Cumbria
- Community celebrations and private parties
- Charity fundraising dinners
How to Order
Browse the Expo Hire catalogue, check availability for your dates, and order online. Expo Hire delivers and collects around your event. See the how to order page for full details.
