https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/rss/ Alexander Catering, Marquee & Furniture Hire latest news and events. en-us Copyright 2010-2026 Alexander Hire Fri, 01 May 2026 08:55:19 GMT contact@alexandermarquees.co.uk (Jason Larcombe) 40 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2025/jun/june-2025/ For that extra special event, our new range of long stemmed ribbed glasses for wine, champagne or cocktails, match these with ribbed hiball and tumblers. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:44:19 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2025/jun/june-2025/#469621 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2025/may/may-2025/ The increasing fashion for bowl food at events shows no sign of abating and that makes sense. A way of serving your guests with small, interesting, varied and multiple dishes both hot and cold and in an informal service style is hard to beat for many an occasion.        As a result here at Alexanders we offer a wide selection of serving options for bowl food service, we have understood from talking to our clients that many different shapes and sizes, colours and materials of bowls can be needed and as a result our offering for this style is widening all the time along with petite cutlery. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:02:06 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2025/may/may-2025/#469194 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2023/nov/november-2023/ Summer has whizzed by, and we are already looking at the Christmas season which seems to be approaching very quickly! Mon, 13 Nov 2023 13:05:57 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2023/nov/november-2023/#344782 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2022/nov/november-2022/ What a year it has been....and we still have the festive season to come! Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:43:57 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2022/nov/november-2022/#286584 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2021/dec/december-2021/ HIRING IS THE MOST SUSTAINABLE OPTION You’ve planed your function be it a wedding, garden party, birthday etc . You’ve planned the food and the drinks and now you have a choice…… When it comes to crockery cutlery and glassware Disposable or non-disposable Let’s compare the pros and cons Disposable What’s great: Buy it, use it and stick it in the bin no worries, and over the past few years the range has improved with bamboo plates, wooden cutlery etc which would all seem a better option than the plastics and paper of yester years. Not so great: You and your guests will still be eating off a wobbly bamboo plate with a knife that steadfastly refuses to cut anything and a fork that when they put it in their mouths will perhaps unsurprisingly taste and have the texture of what it’s made of wood, and lets also not forget that both these materials would have been shipped around the world. When it comes to drinks the choices are plastics or paper, you could serve your carefully selected wines, cocktails and beers in the more sustainable paper options but it probably won’t look great so it’s usually the plastic option. Non-disposable What’s great: Choose from a wide range of crockery, cutlery and glassware that will actually improve you and your guests experience with options on offer from economic to luxury, your food offering will definitely be enhanced and we all know that all drinks taste better from a nice glass. What you’re using is sustainable and it can be reused pretty much endlessly. When you’re done return it to us for cleaning to be ready for use again and again, your guests will be impressed! Not so great: It might cost you a little bit more per guest, you will need to spend a little time to select from a website and send an email to order. In a way the same also applies to marquee rental. You can hire in a marquee have it put up for you with options of lighting, lining, flooring, and heating, enjoy your event and watch as it is taken down safe in the knowledge that all the equipment is going to be reused for the next customer. Your other option is to purchase a party / gala tent possibly from your local hardware store, it will look average the first time you put it up and possibly with care you may get a couple more uses out of it. Eventually you will end up with a pile of rusty poles and some creased discoloured plastic sheeting taking up room in the garage year after year until it makes it to the dump as they all inevitably do. As if by magic Christmas is here again so quickly! We as a company have survived another sometimes-difficult year largely due to a fantastic, flexible, innovative, and dedicated team of people who have worked tirelessly. It’s good to see also that our competitors / friends within the industry are also still going strong and hoping for more regular times ahead. Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas. Mon, 06 Dec 2021 13:53:15 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2021/dec/december-2021/#235067 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2021/oct/we-are-definitely-now-reopened-for-business/ Alexander Hire and Marquees has definitely now reopened for business. Mon, 04 Oct 2021 13:55:54 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2021/oct/we-are-definitely-now-reopened-for-business/#227766 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2021/jun/the-last-year-and-something-new-for-this/ Well after a completely lost year, the events, catering and hospitality sectors look like they are finally starting to awaken from a long hibernation. We have managed to last the distance and we are still here to assist with all your event requirements. Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:08:48 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2021/jun/the-last-year-and-something-new-for-this/#204565 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2020/mar/alexander-hire-supplied-at-the-wedding-fair-at-ascot-racecourse-berkshire-for-county-weddings-on-7th-march-2020/ Alexander Hire supplied at the wedding Fair at Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire for County Weddings On 7th March 2020 Fri, 13 Mar 2020 11:12:19 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2020/mar/alexander-hire-supplied-at-the-wedding-fair-at-ascot-racecourse-berkshire-for-county-weddings-on-7th-march-2020/#151808 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2020/mar/alexander-hire-supplied-at-the-wedding-fair-at-mercedes-benz-weybridge-surrey-on-14th-march-2020/ Alexander Hire supplied at the wedding Fair at Mercedes Benz, Weybridge, Surrey on 14th March 2020 Fri, 13 Mar 2020 11:07:44 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2020/mar/alexander-hire-supplied-at-the-wedding-fair-at-mercedes-benz-weybridge-surrey-on-14th-march-2020/#151805 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2018/oct/new-party-tables/ NEW ITEM. We have recently bought these party tables 110cm height x 70cm diameter with a grey top. Foldable for easy transporation. Perfect for parties and corporate events Fri, 26 Oct 2018 10:25:49 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2018/oct/new-party-tables/#92531 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2018/aug/bbq-gas-3-foot/ NEW ITEM - 3 FOOT BBQ. For small events we now stock 3 foot bbqs. Wed, 15 Aug 2018 14:16:11 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2018/aug/bbq-gas-3-foot/#85029 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2018/feb/new-venue-page-on-our-website/ Please see below a new page on our website for venue hire. This we feel will be very helpful to our customers who are looking for a site for there marquee, again, making Alexander Hire and Alexander Marquees a one stop shop. Mon, 05 Feb 2018 16:37:58 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2018/feb/new-venue-page-on-our-website/#60831 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2018/jan/january-2018/ Happy New Year to all our customers. We are looking forward to another successful year in 2018. Over the last few months we have redecorated our office, had some of our chairs refurbished, bought 2 new vans and revamped our showroom. We very much look forward to working with old and new customers in the coming year Thu, 18 Jan 2018 13:43:55 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2018/jan/january-2018/#57202 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/oct/christmas-is-coming-book-early-to-avoid-disappointment/ Start getting ready for Christmas and book early to avoid disappointment. From crockery, cutlery, glass's, furniture and linen to marquees if you need that extra space for your guests Tue, 26 Sep 2017 14:20:14 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/oct/christmas-is-coming-book-early-to-avoid-disappointment/#43481 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2014/dec/a-street-party-at-christmas-indoors-of-course/ One of the more unusual venues we've worked in, a giant industrial greenhouse was transformed by Alexander Hire into a street-party themed Christmas do. Tue, 26 Sep 2017 14:19:01 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2014/dec/a-street-party-at-christmas-indoors-of-course/#43480 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2017/sep/get-ready-for-firework-night/ Are you having a family firework display at Alexander Hire we can help you celebrate. We have bbq's , hog roast machines, patio heaters, mulled wine glass, punch bowl. Give us a call or drop us an email and see how we can help you Fri, 15 Sep 2017 12:43:40 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2017/sep/get-ready-for-firework-night/#42647 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2017/may/new-item-carafe-1-litre/ Stylish multipurpose glass carafe, suitable for wine and soft-drink table service. Ideal for Restaurants, Cafes and Bars Wed, 24 May 2017 14:28:25 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2017/may/new-item-carafe-1-litre/#30527 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2017/may/richmond-athletic-association/ Alexander Marquees are supplying marquees and furniture for Richmond Athletics Association Surveyors, Lloyds and Tavernier's 7's tournaments again this year Thu, 27 Apr 2017 12:02:53 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2017/may/richmond-athletic-association/#28959 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2017/april/surrey-food-festival-2017/ All In One Events and Alexander Marquee’s present the Surrey Food Festival, hosted in Old Deer Park in Richmond Upon Thames. A food festival for the whole family, marketplace traders and children to enjoy. Please come down and support us. Tickets available on the day. http://www.surreyfoodfestival.com/ Thu, 20 Apr 2017 13:49:52 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2017/april/surrey-food-festival-2017/#28495 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/dec/gavin-jones-2016/ Alexander Marquee And Alexander Hire Are Proud To Have Supplied Catering Equipment And Marquees To Gavin Jones, Weybridge For Their Christmas Corporate Event. With Patio Heaters, Limewash Chivari Chairs Thu, 15 Dec 2016 15:14:24 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/dec/gavin-jones-2016/#21473 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/oct/disco-marquee-in-frimley-15th-october-2016/ Marquee supplied by Alexander Marquees for an 18th birthday party in Frimley on 15th October 2016. Including our white LED dancefloor and starlight lining Mon, 17 Oct 2016 10:07:45 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/oct/disco-marquee-in-frimley-15th-october-2016/#16682 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/oct/bonfire-night-is-fast-approaching/ Are you having a family firework display at Alexander Hire we can help you celebrate. We have bbq's , hog roast machines, patio heaters, mulled wine glass, punch bowl. Give us a call or drop us an email and see how we can help you Thu, 13 Oct 2016 14:28:18 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/oct/bonfire-night-is-fast-approaching/#16531 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/oct/inside-the-marquee-at-thames-ditton-cricket-club/ Inside The Marquee at Thames Ditton Cricket Club - 1st October 2016 Tue, 04 Oct 2016 16:44:10 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/oct/inside-the-marquee-at-thames-ditton-cricket-club/#16084 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/oct/thames-ditton-cricket-club/ Marquee at Thames Ditton Cricket Club - 1st October 2016 Tue, 04 Oct 2016 16:31:01 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/oct/thames-ditton-cricket-club/#16082 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/jul/farnborough-airshow-2016/ Alexander Marquees proudly supplied marquees for Farnborough Air Show 2016 and built around the fastest car in the world Mon, 11 Jul 2016 10:28:26 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/jul/farnborough-airshow-2016/#11689 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/jun/st-georges-lawn-tennis-club-103rd-birthday/ Alexander Marquees and Alexander Hire helping St George's Lawn Tennis Club celebrate their 103rd birthday - http://www.stghltc.co.uk/birthday-week-events/ Fri, 10 Jun 2016 15:27:01 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/jun/st-georges-lawn-tennis-club-103rd-birthday/#9889 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/may/richmond-athletic-association/ Another successful 7's tournaments at Richmond Athletic by Alexander Marquees Fri, 20 May 2016 09:16:47 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/may/richmond-athletic-association/#8422 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/apr/new-website-launch/ Alexander Hire And Alexander Marquee are pleased to announce the launch of our new website. We are very proud of it as we feel it has a modern look and can showcase our products to our clients giving them more information than before. We have had many compliments from our customer saying it looks colourful and is easy to navigate around. Wed, 06 Apr 2016 10:06:18 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/apr/new-website-launch/#3889 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2015/mar/dance-floors-to-get-your-party-jumping/ Now we're getting in the party mood for summer, it's time to think about making your party really special by hiring a dance floor. Tue, 22 Mar 2016 13:06:14 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2015/mar/dance-floors-to-get-your-party-jumping/#2392 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/mar/bbq-hire-here-comes-the-summer/ Here at Alexander Hire we're now at that time of year for people looking to hire barbecue equipment - and when we mean barbecue equipment, we're not just talking your run of the mill bbq to char a few sausages... Tue, 22 Mar 2016 13:00:20 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2016/mar/bbq-hire-here-comes-the-summer/#2389 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2015/nov/christmas-party-catering-equipment-lets-get-ready-to-party/ Christmas Party Catering Equipment - Got Everything You Need? Tue, 22 Mar 2016 12:57:00 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2015/nov/christmas-party-catering-equipment-lets-get-ready-to-party/#2386 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2015/dec/christmas-party-dancefloors/ One way to get your Christmas party really going is with one of our dance floors for hire! They are simple to set up and operate - and really make the difference when the music starts and the party goers want to let their hair down and boogie! Tue, 22 Mar 2016 12:52:32 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2015/dec/christmas-party-dancefloors/#2383 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2014/dec/sky-christmas-party/ Helping Sky make their Christmas party a night to remember, Alexander Hire provided the equipment needed to host a grand evening at the Richmond Athletic Ground recently. Tue, 22 Mar 2016 12:49:55 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2014/dec/sky-christmas-party/#2382 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2014/dec/a-street-parth-at-christmas-indoors-of-course/ One of the more unusual venues we've worked in, a giant industrial greenhouse was transformed by Alexander Hire into a street-party themed Christmas do. Tue, 22 Mar 2016 12:47:41 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2014/dec/a-street-parth-at-christmas-indoors-of-course/#2381 https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2014/dec/wonka-nightclub-is-a-sweet-christmas-party-theme/ A Wonka nightclub theme may be an unusual theme - but Alexander Hire made sure Step Property and Historics had a sweet time at their Christmas Party. Tue, 22 Mar 2016 12:45:35 GMT https://www.alexanderhire.co.uk/blog/2014/dec/wonka-nightclub-is-a-sweet-christmas-party-theme/#2378