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.
Latest articles
Event Venue Checklist: What Every Caterer Must Know Before the Big Day
There’s quite a bit more to catering than just great food; great execution is just as important. And no matter how well-prepped you are, an event venue that isn’t fit […]
Behind the Scenes: How Our Warehouse Works Like a Pit Crew
When people think about catering equipment hire, they often picture gleaming glassware, perfectly polished cutlery, and chairs lined up neatly at tables. What they don’t see is the behind-the-scenes operation […]
We Do Quotes Right Away — You Don’t Wait. Why Speed Wins in Catering Hire
When planning catering for events, timing can make or break the success of the whole event. No matter if it’s a wedding, corporate function, or festival, caterers often face tight […]
What Makes Plato the Best? The Power of Refined Processes and Relentless Consistency
At Plato Catering Hire, we’re not here to be loud and flashy. That’s never been our thing, instead we focus on one thing: doing our job with excellence, every single […]
What Event Sizes And Venues Do We Cater To?
At Plato Catering Hire, we’ve been providing catering equipment to events for 25 years! This means we’ve seen it all, from intimate family gatherings to extravagant corporate events hosting hundreds […]
Why Consistency in Catering Equipment Hire is Non-Negotiable
In event management, reliability really can’t be just “a nice to have”. In fact, we’d go as far as to say that reliability is the foundation of a successful event. […]
Setting the Standard: Plato Hire Wins Event Equipment Hire Company of the Year 2025
We’re proud to announce a major milestone in our journey — we’ve been awarded for an unprecedented fourth time “SafeHire© Event Equipment Hire Company of the Year 2025 under £3m […]
More articles from the Plato Event Hire team Planning, logistics, decoration and health & safety
- Venue Dressing
- Event Planning Tips
- Event Planning Resources and Calculators
- Event Management Logistics
- Event Health and Safety and Logistics
- Catering Equipment Hire Industry
How to Adapt Catering Equipment for Any Event Venue – A Guide for Caterers & Event Planners
As any caterer or event planner will tell you, no two event venues are the same. One day, you might […]
We’re Finalists Again! Shortlisted for a National Industry Award
We’re thrilled to be shortlisted for SafeHire© Event Hire Company of the Year 2025 at the Hire Association Europe ‘Hire Awards of Excellence’! As […]
Why Being in Business for 25 Years Matters — Plato Catering Hire Joins the Prestigious “4.5% Club”
Longevity in business is becoming increasingly rare, which is why we at Plato Catering Hire are proud to announce a […]
Exciting News: Representing the Hire Industry in Parliament
I’m incredibly excited to share some big news! As Chair of the Event Hire Board, I have the privilege of […]
Ensuring You’re Event Ready: Part Two
Welcome back to the final bit of our two-part series for ensuring you’re event ready! At Plato Catering Equipment Hire, […]
Ensuring You’re Event Ready: Part One
Whether you’re a seasoned event planner or just starting out, we all know that the key to a successful event […]
7 Actionable Steps You Can Take To Eliminate The Risk Of Power Failure At Your Event
When planning an event, most of us focus on things like guest lists, menus, and décor —understandably so! In fact, […]
How Plato Catering Hire Ensure High Stock For Smooth Catering Services
When planning a successful event, every detail matters, from the menu to the décor, and everything in between, you’ll be […]
The Importance of Trust in the Catering Equipment Hire Industry: Part 2
Welcome back to our two-part blog series on why trust is essential in the catering equipment hire industry! In the […]
The Importance of Trust in the Catering Equipment Hire Industry: Part 1
You might have looked at the title of this blog and thought to yourself that trust can’t really be that […]
“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 […]
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
Why Plato Catering Equipment Hire is Your Best Choice for Event Equipment
Why Plato Catering Equipment Hire is Your Best Choice for Event Equipment Planning an event is an exciting time but […]
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
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 […]
Wedding Day Schedule
A well-organised event can only happen when someone controls the timing. Even a simple wedding needs things to happen at […]
Planning Wedding Food
Most big events are centred around a big meal and a wedding is certainly no different. The food is a […]
Plato Catering Hire Pick Up Award for Third Time in Seven Years
What Does It Take to Plan an Event for 100+ Guests
How We Ensure On-Time Catering Equipment Delivery for Every Event
Why Choose an Award-Winning Catering Equipment Company?
Checklist for Event Organisers and Caterers
Tablecloth Size Chart and Table Linen Hire Tips
How many glasses do I need for a champagne tower?
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 […]
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 […]
Wedding Equipment Hire
Read about everything you need to consider and see how we can help you with wedding equipment hire When you […]
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 […]
Outdoor Wedding Guide
An outside wedding is perfect for creating a completely individual event. When you include fresh air and some lovely views […]
Planning Wedding Drinks
No wedding is complete without a good drink to toast to the happy couple. From reception to dinner and the […]
What Size Generator Do I Need?
What Linen Do I Need to Hire for My Event?
Event Hire and Event Waste Removal
Learnings From 20 Years In Business…
The Best Cocktails for Wedding Receptions
Tablecloth Size Guide: Table Linen Hire Tips
Champagne Toast Calculator
What Crockery Hire Do I Need for My Event?
Event Glass Hire
How Long Does it Take to Plan a Wedding?
