Newark Showground Event Equipment Hire

Newark Showground: A Leading East Midlands Venue

Newark Showground, situated near Newark-on-Trent, is a prominent venue for events in the East Midlands. It regularly hosts agricultural fairs, trade exhibitions, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. The showground offers some of Nottinghamshire's largest purpose-built exhibition halls, alongside smaller function rooms suitable for more intimate events. Additionally, 126 acres of flat outdoor space accommodate large outdoor shows, vehicle displays, and festivals.

Event Equipment Hire for Newark Showground

Expo Hire East Midlands provides event equipment for all types of functions at Newark Showground. We deliver directly to the venue, working with event organisers to ensure timely setup.

For large-scale trade exhibitions and agricultural shows in the main halls, clients often require substantial quantities of:

• Banqueting chairs, such as Chiavari chairs or upholstered conference chairs
• Trestle tables and round banqueting tables
• Catering equipment, including ovens, hot cupboards, refrigeration units, and dishwashers
• Display plinths and showcases for product presentation
• Barrier systems and rope & pole kits for crowd management and queue lines

When smaller trade shows, corporate conferences, or private parties use the more compact rooms, organisers typically hire:

• Table linen and napkins in various colours and sizes
• Glassware for drinks receptions or dining, including wine glasses, tumblers, and flutes
• Crockery and cutlery for formal dining or buffet service
• Bar equipment, such as portable bars and ice buckets

For outdoor events utilising the showground's extensive open space, our most frequently requested items include:

• Outdoor seating and picnic benches
• Folding chairs and tables for marquees or temporary structures
• Generators for power distribution across the site
• Ground protection matting for walkways

Events at Newark Showground

Newark Showground is the home of the Nottinghamshire County Show and hosts antique fairs, craft shows, horse shows, and community events throughout the year. The Newark and Notts County Show is the showground's flagship event. Expo Hire delivers to Newark Showground from its East Midlands depot. Large quantities of trestle tables, folding chairs, and gazebos are available for show hire with advance booking.

Newark and Nottinghamshire coverage

Expo Hire covers all NG postcodes from the East Midlands depot. For Newark town centre events, private parties across Nottinghamshire, and events at other county venues, next-day delivery is standard. The Newark Antiques Fair is one of the largest antiques markets in Europe — Expo Hire supplies dealer tables and chairs for the event regularly.