Do I need to wash glasses before returning them?

No. Pack them back into the crates and we handle all cleaning at the depot. Our Send It Back Dirty service covers all glassware returns.

How are glasses delivered to York venues?

Glasses arrive in crates, clean and inspected. On collection, pack them back into the same crates.

Can I order glassware alongside crockery and cutlery?

Yes. Add crockery and cutlery to the same basket. Everything ships together on the same vehicle.

Glassware Hire York | Wine Glasses & More | Expo Hire

Glassware hire in York for events. Wine glasses, champagne flutes, beer glasses, cocktail glasses. Live stock. Return dirty.

Glassware Hire York | Wine Glasses & More | Expo Hire

Glassware hire in York for events. Wine glasses, champagne flutes, beer glasses, cocktail glasses. Live stock. Return dirty.

York hosts corporate functions, hospitality events, and exhibitions across its venues. Conference hotels, historic civic spaces, and the racecourse welcome many guests. University campuses also stage large gatherings.

Why hire from Expo Hire

The only hire company in the UK that delivers and collects on Sundays. Most competitors stop at Saturday. We cover every day of the week.
Live order tracking on every delivery and collection. Track your driver in real time by order number and postcode. No other hire company in the UK offers this for both delivery and collection.
Every order 100% guaranteed before you pay. We check live stock and logistics at the point of booking. No substitutions, no shortfalls, no calls the week before.
Choose morning or afternoon for delivery and collection. No other hire company gives you this choice. Your venue, your schedule.
No security deposit. No damage deposit. Ever. Expo Hire never holds your money.
Free Minor Damage Waiver on every order. Accidental scratches and minor wear covered at no charge. Other companies charge 2–3% of your order total for the same cover.
The widest product range in the event hire industry. Chairs, tables, catering, glassware, linen, heating, gazebos, staging, and more from a single supplier.
The only hire company in the UK with live chat support seven days a week, 8am to 8pm. Every competitor closes at 5pm on weekdays. Get answers when you are planning, not just during office hours.

Wine and champagne glasses for York events

Formal dinners and corporate receptions need proper glassware. Our wine glasses come in standard and premium styles to suit different budgets and occasions. For toasts and champagne service, champagne flutes keep carbonation in the glass. We also stock coupes and saucers for events with a vintage look.

Beer, cocktail, and bar glasses

Pub events, beer festivals, and corporate functions with a bar need the right vessels. We stock pint glasses, lager glasses, and steins. For cocktail bars, choose from martini glasses, highballs, tumblers, and margarita glasses.

How many glasses to order for your York event

Order 10–15% more than your guest count to cover breakages and to keep a spare glass available during service. Standing receptions where guests carry glasses between areas need more buffer than seated dinners. Our product pages show live stock so you can confirm availability before paying.

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See the full range with sizes, quantities, and live pricing on our glassware hire page.

FAQs

Do I need to wash glasses before returning them?: No. Pack them back into the crates and we handle all cleaning at the depot. Our Send It Back Dirty service covers all glassware returns.
How are glasses delivered to York venues?: Glasses arrive in crates, clean and inspected. On collection, pack them back into the same crates.
Can I order glassware alongside crockery and cutlery?: Yes. Add crockery and cutlery to the same basket. Everything ships together on the same vehicle.