Chichester Event and Catering Equipment Hire
Chichester and the surrounding West Sussex countryside host some of the most high-profile events in the South of England. Goodwood Estate, a few miles north of the city, runs three major annual events that draw large international audiences: the Festival of Speed in late June, Glorious Goodwood racing in July and August, and the Goodwood Revival in September. Each requires substantial event infrastructure, including hospitality marquees, grandstand catering and private dining. Chichester Festival Theatre on Oaklands Park is a world-class producing theatre that also hosts corporate hire and private events. Chichester Cathedral holds civic services and formal dinners, and Pallant House Gallery provides a contemporary arts venue for private and corporate receptions. The University of Chichester runs events across its Bishop Otter and Bognor Regis campuses throughout the academic year, including graduation ceremonies and community events.
Equipment Available for Chichester Events
Expo Hire stocks a full range of event furniture and catering equipment, available for short-term hire across Chichester 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 the large-scale hospitality requirements at Goodwood events, Expo Hire can supply high volumes of chairs, tables and catering equipment with coordinated delivery across multiple days.
Delivery to Chichester
Delivery and collection from £40. Expo Hire delivers seven days a week to Chichester and the surrounding postcodes, including Bognor Regis, Petersfield, Midhurst, Arundel, Selsey and Havant. Delivery charges are calculated by distance from the depot at point of checkout.
Goodwood Estate has dedicated service roads and marshalled access for event suppliers. For Chichester Festival Theatre and the Cathedral, the team can advise on parking and delivery access in the city centre when you place your order.
Events Served in Chichester
Expo Hire supplies equipment for a broad range of events in Chichester and the surrounding area:
- Corporate dinners, awards ceremonies and gala events
- Hospitality marquees and private dining at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Glorious Goodwood and the Goodwood Revival
- Civic dinners and receptions at Chichester Cathedral
- Graduation ceremonies and campus events at the University of Chichester
- Weddings and wedding receptions at hotels, barns and licensed venues across West Sussex
- Charity fundraisers and black-tie balls
- Corporate and private receptions at Pallant House Gallery
- School proms and end-of-year celebrations
- Private parties and milestone birthday events
The Goodwood events season drives significant demand for hire equipment from late spring through to September. Outside that period, Chichester's cathedral city status and the University of Chichester sustain a steady events programme across the rest of 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.
