Cameo Event Hire

Cameo Event Hire: marquee and event equipment hire in Kent and London

Cameo Event Hire is a British company specialising in event equipment hire. Its catalogue covers marquees, tableware, furniture, lighting, bars, dance floors and catering equipment, allowing the needs of a celebration to be covered by a single supplier. The company operates from its base in Kent and serves that region and central London.

Hire range: marquees, tableware and furniture

The main service is marquee hire, available in clear, unlined and lined versions. The company also offers tableware and catering equipment hire, including porcelain crockery, cutlery and glassware. In the furniture and accessories section, chairs, tables, bars and LED furniture are available to hire, as well as dance floors. Table linen is part of the catalogue, with tablecloths in black, ivory and white, as well as the Dimension range, table runners and napkins.

Available cutlery includes the Motive, Siena, Virtu, Treasure, Honey Gold, Kings Pattern Gold and Stonecast models. Stonecast crockery is offered in colours such as Ash Black, Nutmeg, Cream, Peppercorn, Grey and Sage Green. In glassware, the Disco, Stolze, Cabernet, Vintage Cut, Black Tear Drop and other ranges are available to hire. Bar equipment is also available.

Event types and customisation

The company caters for weddings, celebrations, corporate events and public events. According to the information on its website, every aspect of the service can be tailored to the type of event and the location. Marquees are customisable to suit the theme or colour palette of the event: styles offered include classic wedding marquees with ivory linings and string lighting, clear-span marquees with transparent sides for panoramic views, blackout marquees ideal for discos or film screenings, and basic white PVC options. Interior decorations, linings and bespoke lighting can also be provided.

Examples of installations completed

Among the projects documented on the website is a 9 x 9 metre marquee installed on Barnfield Wood Road (Beckenham) for an 18th birthday with 80 informal guests. The installation included a starlight roof with black lining, black carpet, uplighters, roof lights, festoon and string lights, as well as illuminated “18” numbers. It was completed with LED poseur tables, bar stools, a bar area, cinema-style furniture and a popcorn machine.

Another project featured is a 9 x 15 metre marquee on Kinnaird Road (Bromley) for a wedding with 80 guests. The structure had ivory linings and three clear roofs, silver carpet, rustic tables and cross-back chairs. Uplighters, internal string lighting and external festoon lighting were added. The installation required aligning the marquee with a garden lamp post and working around a tiered garden for setup and takedown.

Logistics, delivery and installation

The team can deliver the equipment to the event location and handle the installation of the marquees. Alternatively, the client can collect the equipment from the company's office in Kent. The company states that it can organise and install a marquee in as little as 12 hours from the initial enquiry, although it recommends booking at least two weeks in advance to ensure availability and planning. Setup time varies depending on the size of the structure and site accessibility: from a few hours to a full day or more for large marquees; takedown usually takes approximately half the setup time. After a site survey, the team provides a detailed quote with estimated times.

Transport and delivery charges depend on the distance from the main warehouse, ease of access to the site and the logistics required (number of vehicles and staff). The company prepares a detailed quote once these factors have been assessed.

Technical conditions and adaptation to the terrain

Marquees are designed to withstand various weather conditions. Depending on the weather and the terrain, additional equipment may be required: for example, solid flooring if the ground is saturated, or heating if it is cold. In warm weather, panoramic windows can be rolled up for ventilation or converted into awnings to improve air circulation. In the event of strong winds, the company follows the manufacturer's recommendations and does not proceed with installation or takedown, monitoring the weather until the event.

Marquees can be installed on uneven ground, sloping surfaces or concrete. Extensions and adjustments are used to level the structure and ensure a safe and stable installation. The team assesses the site beforehand to plan the appropriate installation method.

Standard marquee hire does not include flooring, lighting or heating, but these elements can be added to the quote according to needs and stock availability. Flooring options include solid flooring that follows the level of the terrain, bespoke carpets in any style and colour, and thick carpets with a leather backing in red, black, green, grey and beige. Lighting is customisable, from classic chandeliers to X-bar disco lights. The team also advises on suitable heating solutions.

Customer service and support

The company offers advice to determine the optimal marquee size according to the event format, the number of guests and the need for additional spaces such as a dance floor, stage or bar. It also provides on-site support during the event to resolve issues, with an emergency service available 24 hours.

Location and contact

Unit 16, Gardner Industrial Estate, Kent House Lane, Beckenham, Kent, United Kingdom · Phone: 020 8659 8000 · Email: info@cameoeventhire.co.uk