Supplying professional organisers, venue managers, and independent caterers requires exact logistics and commercial-grade stock. We manage event equipment hire & delivery wilton | expo hire solent for corporate functions, weddings, and hospitality setups across Wiltshire. The Birmingham headquarters coordinates with 11 regional depots to supply venues in Wilton, Salisbury, and the surrounding Cranborne Chase area. You secure your required items entirely online, with live stock levels and pricing visible before you add anything to your basket. We supply the BBC, ITV, HSBC, and Cambridge University, bringing the same commercial standards to every booking.
event equipment hire & delivery wilton | expo hire solent
Venue dimensions dictate your seating and dining arrangements. We supply furniture hire for historic estates, barn conversions, and modern marquees throughout the region. We maintain a dedicated chair hire section for specific seating requirements. The EventProu00ae range features commercial-grade seating manufactured specifically for the hire trade, avoiding retail-grade limitations. You can select Chiavari chairs in white or limewash finishes. White frames suit formal ballrooms and corporate award ceremonies. The limewash finish matches rustic barn interiors and traditional marquees. Formal dining setups often utilise the beech Wishbone chair, featuring a Scandinavian-inspired profile and a curved backrest. Outdoor receptions and vineyard settings frequently require the oak Cross Back chair in oak. These chairs stack for transport and feature reinforced joints to handle repeated commercial use.
Floor plans rely on accurate table dimensions and guest capacities. The table hire inventory includes the 6ft round banqueting table, which seats up to 10 guests for formal service. These feature folding metal legs and exterior-grade plywood tops with protective rubber edging. Breakout areas and cocktail receptions use our 75cm round tables, providing a compact surface for drinks and small plates. Buffet stations, registration desks, and head tables require straight edges, making the 1.83m rectangular tables a standard choice for caterers. Caterers frequently combine multiple rectangular tables to create long banquet runs. We stock tablecloths in white, ivory, and dark seasonal colours to cover these wooden surfaces. Coordinating napkins and fitted chair covers complete the dining layout, hiding the functional table legs from view.
Tableware and Catering Equipment Specifications
Food service demands high volumes of matching tableware. We supply crockery hire in standard white, providing plates and bowls that withstand commercial kitchen environments. Our standard dinner plates measure 10 inches, providing ample space for main courses, while our side plates suit bread service and starters. The vitrified porcelain construction resists scratching from heavy cutlery use. You pair these with our stainless steel cutlery hire sets, covering multiple courses from starters to desserts. Drink service requires specific glass shapes for different beverages. The inventory includes wine glasses for table service, champagne flutes for toasts, beer glasses for bar setups, and cocktail glasses for specialist drinks. Internal dividers separate all glassware inside protective plastic crates to prevent transit damage.
Washing hundreds of glasses and plates on-site consumes valuable time and staff resources. We include a "Send It Back Dirty" service with all tableware orders. You pack the used items back into their delivery crates, scraping off excess food, and our depot handles the industrial washing. Every order also includes a Free Minor Damage Waiver. This covers accidental chips or scratches during your event, protecting your budget from unexpected replacement costs. Competitors often charge extra for this waiver or demand large security deposits. We do not charge a security deposit, keeping your capital free for other event expenses.
Temporary Kitchens and Outdoor Structures
Temporary kitchens require reliable power and heat sources to execute complex menus. We supply catering equipment hire for independent chefs and venue teams operating outside standard kitchen facilities. The cooking equipment includes commercial ovens, hot cupboards, and stainless steel preparation tables. We stock both electric appliances requiring standard 13A or 32A connections, and LPG gas equipment for off-grid locations. Alongside heating appliances, we supply commercial refrigeration units to keep ingredients and beverages chilled throughout your event. You can check the exact dimensions, power requirements, and capacities for every appliance on our product pages. Caterers use our hot cupboards to hold plated meals at safe temperatures before mass service.
Summer events in Wiltshire often utilise exterior spaces and require weather contingency plans. The outdoor furniture inventory provides seating and shelter for garden parties and festival VIP areas. You can install gazebos to define bar areas, cover acoustic musicians, or protect catering stations from light rain. Evening events deploy patio heaters to maintain comfortable temperatures after sunset. Casual seating zones benefit from our water-resistant bean bags and modular sofa and lounge hire units. These pieces allow guests to move away from formal dining areas and congregate in relaxed breakout spaces.
Logistics for event equipment hire & delivery wilton | expo hire solent
Transporting commercial furniture requires heavy goods vehicles and precise scheduling. The booking system calculates delivery from £40 ex-VAT by road distance from our nearest regional depot. On your scheduled delivery day, you receive an SMS with an estimated time of arrival. Our live vehicle tracking system lets you monitor the driver's progress using your order number and postcode. We operate a dry hire service. Drivers deliver your items clean and tested, then collect them after your event concludes. You must repack all items into their original crates and stack furniture ready for collection. We do not provide setup, installation, or on-site support. Venue access must accommodate 3.5-tonne or 7.5-tonne vehicles, and drivers require hard standing for unloading heavy catering equipment via tail lift.
Securing your inventory takes minutes through our digital platform. We operate as the UK's first fully online event hire company, eliminating the need for phone calls or manual quotes. You view live pricing and real-time stock availability directly on the website. Large bookings over £1,000 qualify for a 25% advance deposit option, allowing you to secure your items months in advance while managing cash flow. Professional buyers appreciate the transparency of seeing exact costs before committing. Buyers preferring to arrange their own transport can use our warehouse self-collection, operating Monday to Friday between 7am and 3pm from our Birmingham headquarters. Stock levels update in real time. Select your hire dates to check availability and confirm your order online.
For full delivery coverage, rates and depot information for this area, see the Expo Hire Solent depot page.
