Ipswich Event and Catering Equipment Hire
Ipswich is Suffolk's county town and the hub of events activity across the region, with a mix of historic venues, modern spaces and large outdoor sites. The Ipswich Corn Exchange on King Street is a restored Victorian building used for concerts, corporate dinners and private events, with its ornate interior making it one of the most distinctive venues in the East of England. The Hold on Wharf Street is Ipswich's new cultural archive and event centre, opened in 2020, providing contemporary event space on the waterfront. Christchurch Park, a large public park in the heart of the town, hosts outdoor concerts, food festivals and public events throughout the summer. Portman Road, home of Ipswich Town FC, has conference and banqueting facilities used for corporate events and large dinners. Trinity Park at the Suffolk Showground on the edge of town is one of the region's main outdoor event sites, hosting the Suffolk Show and a range of agricultural and public events each year. The University of Suffolk on Neptune Quay provides graduation events and campus-based academic activities.
Equipment Available for Ipswich Events
Expo Hire stocks a full range of event furniture and catering equipment, available for short-term hire across Ipswich 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 outdoor events at Trinity Park or Christchurch Park, where equipment quantities can be significant and access arrangements complex, Expo Hire can plan delivery in advance with venue coordinators.
Delivery to Ipswich
Delivery and collection from £40. Expo Hire delivers seven days a week to Ipswich and the surrounding postcodes, including Felixstowe, Woodbridge, Stowmarket, Needham Market, Hadleigh and Manningtree. Delivery charges are calculated by distance from the depot at point of checkout.
Trinity Park and Portman Road both have established vehicle access routes suitable for delivery vehicles. For events at The Hold and on the Ipswich waterfront, where access can be restricted, the team can advise on the best approach when you place your order.
Events Served in Ipswich
Expo Hire supplies equipment for a broad range of events in Ipswich and the surrounding area:
- Corporate dinners, awards ceremonies and gala events
- Agricultural shows and public exhibitions at the Suffolk Showground, Trinity Park
- Corporate hospitality at Portman Road, home of Ipswich Town FC
- Graduation ceremonies and academic events at the University of Suffolk
- Weddings and wedding receptions at country houses, barns and hotels across Suffolk
- Charity fundraisers and black-tie balls
- Outdoor summer concerts and food festivals at Christchurch Park
- School proms and end-of-year celebrations
- Private parties and milestone birthday events
Ipswich's events market is shaped by its county town status and strong agricultural heritage, with the Suffolk Show at Trinity Park one of the largest two-day county shows in England. The waterfront regeneration around The Hold and Ipswich Wet Dock has also attracted new event operators to the town in recent years.
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.
