Hire tableware for weddings, parties and corporate events: full dinner sets, serving dishes and complete table settings. Online booking.
Expo Hire stocks complete table settings covering plates, bowls and cups in matching porcelain for formal dining events across England and Wales. Order individual pieces or full place settings for a wedding, conference or gala dinner. All tableware arrives clean and crate-packed.
Tableware in this context covers the complete set of crockery items needed to dress a single place setting: a dinner plate, a side plate, a starter or soup bowl, a dessert plate or bowl, and a cup and saucer for post-dinner service. Ordering by place setting rather than individual piece simplifies the process for full dining events.
All pieces are available in white porcelain, graphite and storm finishes. White porcelain suits most formal events and matches the widest range of linen and table dressing. Graphite and storm suit events with a contemporary or dark colour palette where the table design calls for something other than traditional white.
Weddings are the most common occasion for a complete tableware order. A sit-down wedding breakfast for 100 guests across a three-course menu with tea or coffee at the end needs 100 starter plates or soup bowls, 100 dinner plates, 100 side plates, 100 dessert plates or bowls, and 100 cups and saucers. Add serveware for the top table and any shared dishes.
Conferences with a full catered dinner follow a similar structure. Corporate events where a client-facing meal is hosted benefit from consistent tableware across all tables, which hired sets provide even when the venue does not have enough matching stock of its own.
Formal dining events like charity fundraisers, award dinners and anniversary banquets rely on hired tableware when the guest count exceeds what the venue holds. Expo Hire supplies the full set in one order so you are not mixing patterns across different tables.
Calculate by cover count: one full place setting per guest, plus a margin of 10 per cent for breakage and transit. Expo Hire delivers across England and Wales. Book at least three weeks ahead for large dining events and weddings.
When you place a tableware hire order with Expo Hire, there’s no need to stress about a damage deposit. We offer a complimentary minor damage waiver scheme to cover small damages—so you won’t have to worry if a plate or glass gets a minor scratch. Please note that charges apply for excessive or negligent damage at 10x the hire price. Full details can be found in our terms and conditions.
Calculating delivery costs is straightforward with Expo Hire. Simply use our carriage calculator by entering your postcode to find out which of our branches serves your area. This tool confirms coverage, identifies the nearest branch, and provides delivery costs, along with a list of potential extra charges.
Once you fill your basket and confirm your delivery details during checkout, we’ll present an itemized delivery cost, so you know exactly what to expect before placing your order.
Want to know when your delivery will arrive? You can track your driver using our real-time maps on the day of delivery and collection. Just enter your postcode and order number on our tracking page to find out when our driver will be at your location. You’ll also receive an automated text with a tracking link.
Planning a big event in advance? At Expo Hire, we help you secure your tableware rental booking without breaking the bank. For orders over £500, you can book your hire equipment with just a 25% deposit, with the remaining balance due up to 28 days prior to delivery. Just select the deposit option at checkout. Full details are available in our terms and conditions.
At Expo Hire, we cater to a variety of events, big or small. Whether you’re hosting an elegant wedding, a casual family gathering, a corporate event, or a garden party, we have the perfect tableware to enhance your occasion. Our extensive range of products—from dinner sets to glassware—ensures that every event has the right touch.
Renting from us is simple! Just browse our collection, select the items you need, and place your order. We offer flexible rental terms, quick delivery, and no security deposits. You can even track your delivery in real-time to know exactly when to expect your items.
Yes, we do! We offer seamless delivery and collection services to make your event planning stress-free. Simply enter your postcode during checkout, and you’ll know exactly when to expect your items. Plus, you can track your delivery in real-time on the day!
We take great care in cleaning and inspecting all our tableware before dispatch. Our team ensures each piece is in excellent condition so that it arrives ready to impress at your event. You can count on receiving high-quality, well-maintained items every time.
We pride ourselves on offering flexible rental terms, a wide range of premium tableware options, and no hidden fees. With quick delivery, excellent customer service, and the ability to track your order in real-time, we make sure that your event goes smoothly without any stress. Plus, we offer a simple 25% deposit payment option for large orders!
Our delivery cost is simple to calculate. Just use our carriage calculator by entering your postcode during checkout to determine the delivery costs and find the nearest branch serving your area. This way, you’ll have a clear idea of the total cost before you finalize your order.
