The reception room matters. Every table, every chair, every cloth and glass shapes what guests walk into and remember. Expo Hire delivers furniture and tableware to events across Peterborough and the surrounding areas, and returns to collect everything. We’ve been kitting out events in this part of Cambridgeshire for years, from formal corporate dinners to more relaxed garden parties and big wedding receptions. We understand that your event is unique, and our comprehensive range of hire equipment is designed to cater to every style and requirement, ensuring your vision comes to life with effortless elegance and practicality.
Chairs shape every photograph and every table. For a wedding or a formal sit-down dinner, Chiavari chairs are a staple: black offers sharp sophistication, an enduring classic that exudes confidence and class. White provides a fresh, airy feel, perfect for creating a bright and inviting atmosphere, especially for spring or summer celebrations. The limewash finish offers a beautifully subtle, rustic warmth that perfectly suits barn conversions, country houses, or any event with a more natural, organic aesthetic. The Wishbone chair, also known as the Y-chair, adds a sculptural quality to your setting, with its distinctive curved back and elegantly tapered legs, making for strong and memorable wedding photos. For a more natural, relaxed look that speaks of understated charm, the Cross Back in oak reads as relaxed and natural, a favourite at vineyard or garden weddings, bringing an artisanal touch. Of course, for less formal gatherings, or where budget is a key consideration without compromising on stability, our folding chairs are a sturdy and reliable option, available in various finishes to complement your theme.
Tables are the foundation of any gathering, dictating the flow and interaction of your guests. For grand banquets and traditional weddings, our 6ft circular tables are an excellent choice, comfortably seating 10 guests. This classic arrangement naturally encourages conversation and creates a sense of community around each table. For a more modern feel, or where space is a precious commodity, our 6ft rectangular tables are incredibly versatile. They can be arranged in long rows for a formal dining experience, or in clusters to create dynamic layouts. They are also ideal for creating impressive top tables at weddings or for exhibition stands. For exhibition stands, product launches, or drinks receptions where a more casual, standing atmosphere is desired, our range of poseur tables, paired with comfortable bar stools, creates an inviting and interactive space. We also have an array of smaller bistro tables that are perfect for creating intimate cafe-style setups, as charming side tables, or for adding smaller, flexible seating options to your event layout.
No event is truly complete without the right glassware, an often-underestimated element that elevates the dining and drinking experience. From the formal elegance of wine service with our exquisite collection of wine glasses, designed to enhance the aroma and flavour of any vintage, to casual pints poured into our robust and perfectly weighted beer glasses, we have you covered for every beverage. For those joyous celebrations, a sparkling array of champagne flutes is absolutely essential, catching the light and adding a festive touch. And for those creative concoctions, a good selection of cocktail glasses, including sophisticated martini glasses and tall, elegant hi-ball tumblers, are always popular choices for mixologists and guests alike. If you’re running a bar, don’t forget the essential bar equipment, such as professional-grade shakers for crafting perfect cocktails, ice buckets to keep drinks perfectly chilled, and bottle openers, ensuring seamless service.
Crockery is key for serving food with style and practicality. We stock a comprehensive range of dinner plates and starter bowls, in various sizes and finishes, suitable for everything from a full, multi-course fine dining experience to generous buffet-style service. Our elegant cutlery sets are also available to complete the dining experience, offering a polished finishing touch to each place setting. For larger events that require more substantial catering, our extensive range of cooking equipment is at your disposal. This includes versatile BBQ equipment for outdoor culinary delights, and high-capacity fridges and freezers to keep all your food and drinks perfectly prepared and chilled. We also provide essential warming equipment, such as chafing dishes and heated display units, to ensure your dishes remain at the perfect serving temperature throughout your event.
Linen adds a touch of polish and sophistication, transforming a simple table into a focal point. Our tablecloths are available in classic white or elegant ivory, offering a timeless foundation, but we also offer a spectrum of colours to perfectly match your specific theme and colour palette. Napkins to coordinate with your chosen tablecloths are also readily available, adding that final cohesive touch. For outdoor events, or to cleverly extend your usable space and create sheltered zones, our gazebo hire provides essential shelter from unexpected sun showers or light rain, ensuring your guests remain comfortable and protected. And when the weather turns cooler, particularly for those evening receptions or autumnal gatherings, our effective patio heaters can keep guests comfortably warm in an outdoor setting, extending the enjoyment of your event into the evening.
Peterborough itself hosts a diverse and vibrant array of events, from large-scale festivals at the renowned East of England Showground, attracting thousands, to more intimate and exclusive gatherings in charming country house hotels like those found near the city, or within the stylish boutique venues scattered around the city centre. Nearby towns such as the historic market town of Stamford, the picturesque Whittlesey, and the charming Rutland village of Oakham also benefit immensely from our reliable and efficient delivery service. We frequently supply essential equipment for corporate events held at the magnificent Peterborough Cathedral, exciting product launches requiring a sophisticated setup, bustling university functions at Anglia Ruskin University, and memorable private parties hosted in homes across the entire region. The demand here is often for robust, easily transportable items that can withstand the rigors of diverse event settings, but equally, we supply the more stylish and statement-making furniture that is crucial for making a lasting impression at weddings and high-profile corporate hospitality events.
Our comprehensive delivery area for Peterborough and the surrounding region is extensive, covering the following postcode areas: PE1, PE2, PE3, PE4, PE5, PE6, PE7, PE8, PE9, PE10, PE11, PE12, PE13, PE14, PE15, PE16, and extending into adjacent parts of the CB and NG postcode regions. This broad coverage ensures we can reach a wide range of locations, including popular towns and villages such as Stamford, Spalding, Boston, Sleaford, Bourne, March, St Ives, Ramsey, Huntingdon, Oundle, Wisbech, and King's Lynn, making us the go-to partner for event hire across this vibrant part of the country.
