Expo Hire supplies banqueting tables. Choose 5ft or 6ft round tables for guest dining. Or select 6ft and 8ft rectangular trestle tables for buffets and...
Organise a formal dinner, wedding reception, or corporate event. You need a robust, practical surface for guests to dine and interact. Banqueting tables provide the core seating and display infrastructure for these occasions, allowing you to configure event spaces with either round or rectangular layouts. Event professionals across the UK source banqueting tables from Expo Hire. You gain a consistent standard for your function.
Round banqueting tables promote guest conversation at social dining events and award ceremonies. They come in two standard diameters. Our 5ft round banqueting tables measure 1.52 metres across and seat 8 to 10 people. A 6ft round banqueting table suits larger groups or more formal venues. It spans 1.83 metres and accommodates 10 to 12 guests. These dimensions provide room for place settings, centrepieces, and shared dishes. Consider the overall room dimensions and the number of guests when planning your layout; round tables require more floor space per person than rectangular options.
Rectangular trestle tables adapt to different event requirements. You can use them as top tables for bridal parties, buffet stations, or exhibition displays. You can source rectangular banqueting tables in 6ft and 8ft sizes. The 6ft trestle table is 1.83 metres long and 0.76 metres wide. It seats 6 people, three per side. For greater capacity, the 8ft trestle table is 2.44 metres long and 0.76 metres wide. This table seats 8 people, four per side. Both trestle types stand 0.74 metres high, a standard dining height.
Your choice between round and trestle banqueting tables depends on your event's requirements and the available venue space. Round tables encourage a more communal dining experience; they work well for banquets where guests interact. They can also create a softer, more traditional aesthetic. Trestle tables provide clean lines, which work well for formal rows, long top tables, or creating distinct buffet lines. Their linear form maximises guest seating in long halls or presents food and merchandise.
Consider the total number of guests, the type of meal service, and any additional items you need on the tables, such as floral arrangements or promotional materials. If you plan a seated dinner with elaborate centrepieces, select a table size that accommodates these elements without overcrowding guests. For stand-up receptions with food stations, trestle tables offer robust support for serving dishes and equipment.
Expo Hire banqueting tables feature strong plywood tops with sturdy folding steel legs. The plywood surface provides a stable, durable foundation for event displays and dining. The folding leg mechanism allows swift transport and storage. It provides for quick setup and breakdown at your venue. Expo Hire builds each table to withstand the demands of frequent event use.
For a polished appearance, you cover banqueting tables with tablecloths. For 5ft round tables, a 90-inch round tablecloth achieves a floor-length drop. For 6ft round tables, you need a 108-inch round tablecloth. For rectangular trestle tables, 70x108-inch tablecloths fit the 6ft tables, while 70x144-inch tablecloths cover the 8ft tables. Complement your table hire with tablecloths and chair covers from Expo Hire. This creates a coordinated look for your event décor.
Expo Hire does not charge a security deposit. A free minor damage waiver covers minor damage and loss. Excessive or negligent damage is charged at 10 times the hire price. Full details in our terms and conditions.
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