The Catering Equipment Hire Blog From Plato Hire

Dive into our world where every event turns into a memorable experience. We’re here to guide you through the nuances of catering hire, offering expert insights and practical advice. Whether you’re a seasoned event planner or just starting out, our blog is designed to help you create unforgettable events with ease.

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Wedding Equipment Hire

Read about everything you need to consider and see how we can help you with wedding equipment hireWhen you take a tour around a wedding venue, you’ll be surprised (at […]

Planning the Catering and Choosing Your Wedding Venue

One of the biggest costs for a wedding is the venue. The place you choose to get married might be for nostalgia, sentimental reasons, or simply because you love it […]

Planning Your Wedding Theme

The theme of your wedding is really important, and this might even set the decision for your wedding venue so you may well want to think about this before you choose your venue, especially if […]

Wedding Day Schedule

A well-organised event can only happen when someone controls the timing. Even a simple wedding needs things to happen at certain times to avoid ruining dinner, having a band set-up […]

Planning Wedding Food

Most big events are centred around a big meal and a wedding is certainly no different. The food is a significant part of the wedding day because it’s the first […]

Planning Wedding Drinks

No wedding is complete without a good drink to toast to the happy couple. From reception to dinner and the evening party – you’ll need some good drinks to lubricate […]

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Outdoor Wedding Guide

An outside wedding is perfect for creating a completely individual event. When you include fresh air and some lovely views you can really make it your own and the photos […]

Why We’re Not the Cheapest Quality Over Price in Catering

“I Can Get It Cheaper”: Simply Isn’t the Answer – Why You Should Prioritise Quality and Experience over Price When Hiring Catering Equipment

We get it, every penny counts when sticking to an event budget and it can be tempting to go for […]

What to Consider When Planing an Outdoor Event

How Plato Catering Hire Ensures Spotless ‘Event Ready’ Catering Equipment Hire Every Time

How Plato Catering Hire Ensures Spotless Hygienic ‘Event Ready’ Catering Equipment Hire Every Time

If you keep an eye on the news, you’ll likely have heard about the recent E.coli outbreak. Sadly, it has […]

Choosing the Perfect Crockery for Your Event

Getting your crockery choices right is so important. We're all about quality and ensuring your table settings are on point!

Why Plato Catering Equipment Hire is Your Best Choice for Event Equipment

Why Plato Catering Equipment Hire is Your Best Choice for Event EquipmentPlanning an event is an exciting time but it […]

The Importance of PAT Testing: How Plato Catering Hire Ensures Safe Equipment

The Importance of PAT Testing: How Plato Catering Hire Ensures Safe EquipmentWhen planning an event, there are already 101 things […]

Heavy Equipment from Plato Catering Hire

The true backbone of many events lies in dependable, high-performance heavy equipment.

Event Safety 101: The Importance of Using a SafeHire© Certified Catering Equipment Hire Company

Event Safety 101: The Importance of Using a SafeHire© Certified Catering Equipment Hire CompanyWhen it comes to planning an event, I […]

Plato Catering Hire Pick Up Award for Third Time in Seven Years

Plato Catering Hire are delighted to have won SafeHire© Event Hire Company of the Year at the Hire Awards of Excellence.

What Does It Take to Plan an Event for 100 Guests or More

Hosting an event for a large crowd requires careful consideration of various factors to ensure everything runs smoothly.

How We Optimise the Logistics of Catering Equipment Delivery

We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring efficient logistics for a seamless event experience.

Why Choose an Award-Winning Catering Equipment Company?

The quality and safety of your catering equipment can make or break the success of the event you are organising.

Checklist for Event Organisers and Caterers

Our checklist ensures that no stone is left unturned when it comes to catering equipment.

Tablecloth Size Chart and Table Linen Hire Tips

Before considering tablecloths you need to work out how many tables and what shaped tables you need.

How many glasses do I need for a champagne tower?

The allure of a champagne tower is obvious; they’re dramatic, elegant, and total show-stoppers.

Plato will be 25 years old next year. Here are 20 things we’ve learnt whilst running an event catering equipment hire business

Plato Will Be 25 Years Old Next Year: Here Are 20 Things We’ve Learnt Whilst Running an Event Catering Equipment […]

What Size Generator Do I Need?

What size generator is required for the larger pieces of equipment that we hire.

What Linen Do I Need to Hire for My Event?

Linens act as decorative elements, contributing to the overall look of the event.

Event Hire and Event Waste Removal

One area we wanted to focus on is a bit rubbish (literally). Who’s responsible for the removal?

Learnings From 20 Years In Business…

Some of our lessons are simple, some you’ll have heard before, some might surprise you.

The Best Cocktails for Wedding Receptions

Nine of the most popular cocktails that we see, based on glass hire for weddings and other events.

Tablecloth Size Guide: Table Linen Hire Tips

A tablecloth sizing guide to help you choose the tables and tablecloths you need.

Champagne Toast Calculator

A helpful guide so you can plan your champagne and wine order, and the glass hire to go with it.

What Crockery Hire Do I Need for My Event?

We share some of the key areas to consider when it comes to cutlery hire, with a simple checklist.

Event Glass Hire

All about what goes into planning and organising the glass hire for your event.

How Long Does it Take to Plan a Wedding?

A timeline based on the obvious things you need to put in place when planning a wedding.

The Ultimate List of Gin Cocktail Names

We've put together the ultimate list of gin cocktails, complete with super-simple recipes.

Hygiene in Catering Equipment Hire

Hired items will be used at countless events so they need thorough, professional cleaning.

Smoking Hot Tips for a Big BBQ

Hosting a BBQ? We’ve got some awesome smoking hot tips to make it an event to remember!

Non-alcoholic Drinks Ideas

There are plenty of non-alcoholic drinks ideas (which are just as delicious and extravagant) that your guests can enjoy instead.

Event Furniture Hire

Whether you’re planning an awards evening, a wedding, a networking event, or a party, you will need furniture.

Hire Cheap, Pay Twice?

We discuss why cheap catering equipment hire is best avoided, and why paying a bit more can get you a…

Safe Storage of Gas Cylinders On-Site

If there’s one thing we talk a lot about, it’s health and safety. And rightly so.

Remember to Have a Lightbulb Moment

We’re going to tell you a little tip that we learnt from a groundsman at an event a few years…

Should You Buy or Hire Your Catering Equipment?

We discuss 11 proven reasons to hire instead of purchasing when setting up a catering business.

It All Started with a Bet

Have you ever wondered how our business started? You may be very surprised to find out it all started with…

When is a temporary event notice required?

When holding an event, it’s worth asking when a Temporary Event Notice is required.

What Types of Events Do We Hire To?

At Plato Catering Hire, there’s no limit to the kind of event we can hire out to.

Catering Equipment Hire Essentials for Events

Hiring equipment can be done from one supplier, making organisation far easier.

Catering Equipment Hire for Outdoor Events

Our 600+ product catalogue includes catering furniture and equipment for outdoor use.

How logistics can make or break an event

We cover the fundamentals of event logistics, such as sourcing, scheduling and transporting.

Why quality catering equipment is worth it

You're hosting an event at a 5-star hotel. At first, you think everything is going smoothly...

Event Planning Checklist

Whether you’ve been planning events for years or you’re just starting out, here’s our event planning checklist to help you…

Event equipment hire for corporate Christmas parties

You want to be hosting a festive celebration that your guests remember.

Promoting Your Catering Company on Social Media

Read our 18 ways to promote your catering company on social media (and the 18 best hashtags!)

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