Getting ready for the 25th Showmans Show

It is 25 years since the first show was staged, the 2010 event on October 20th & 21st at Newbury will be the great celebration!
In 1984, following 16 years of successfully publishing the annual Showman’s Directory, Stephen & Jean Lance
organised an event they called ‘The Showman’s Directory Comes to Life’ at the Newark Showground; there were
no more than 80 exhibitors and around 750 visitors attended. The Show grew and quickly became known as ‘The
Showman’s Show’. Initially it was held biennially and at different venues around the country but thanks, in part, to
the general and rapid expansion of the Event Industry, in 1993 the show settled to become an established and
annual event held at the Newbury Showground.
One of the greatest attributes of this event is that it offers unrestricted scope in the way exhibitors are able promote
themselves; huge stages, screens and multi-level structures can be erected, roadway laid and entertainment
performed in an environment in which they are likely to be used; the sky is the limit!
From its small beginnings in 1984 The Showman’s Show has evolved to become an event that attracts over 350
exhibitors and in excess of 4,500 visitors over two days and shows no signs of slowing down 25 years from its
conception. Each year suppliers apply for space as they realise that this is an exhibition that they should attend in
order to secure new leads into the events market. A visitor need not look further to ensure their event’s success; it
provides a stimulating and buzzy one-stop-shop for organisers of events large or small.

Hire or buy? Which is the greener option?

 

Organising an event? Not too big?  So, do you go and buy plastic glasses & paper plates or do you hire from a reputable Hire Company like Adams Catering Hire?

At Adams Catering Hire we use modern efficient glass and dishwashing machines which also use recycled water where possible to reduce our impact on the environment and also ensure economy, performance & energy conservation.  All chemicals used in this process are environmentally friendly and biodegradeable.

All our equipment is sent out to you using reuseable containers which help minimise packaging and waste. 

So, when you decide on the hire option there is less waste as everything is re-used.

Yet, if you buy plastic or paper and throw them away it is not the greenest option.

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The Garden Museum

The Garden Museum, ‘one of London best small museums’ says The Daily Telegraph.

Situated by the River Thames and next to Lambeth Palace, The Garden Museum provides the perfect location for wedding receptions, corporate events and dinners.

The Museum’s garden provides a wonderful escape from the hustle and bustle of central London and is an ideal setting for a pre-dinner drinks reception or a barbeque and Adams Catering Hire continues to provide equipment for the many Caterers recommended by the Museum

The Garden’s focal point is the beautiful 17th Century inspired knot garden, which creates the perfect romantic setting for wedding photography.

Adams Hire help out for Vogue’s Fashion Night Out 2010

In a show of unity between retailers, for one night only the West End will celebrate ­shopping like never before as everyone from high-end designers to high-street stores will lay on a fashion extravaganza.

More than 200 shops in W1 are taking part by offering a wealth of added extras. Thirteen fashion capitals around the world are involved in putting the joy back into shopping and ­celebrating the night.

“In these difficult economic times, we want to reward the spirit of enterprise and imagination that the fashion industry encapsulates,” says Vogue editor Alexandra Shulman. “We’re delighted to be in a position at Vogue to undertake this enterprise and bring retailers and shoppers together in central London for this feel-good occasion.”

limited edition te-shirt

A limited edition T-shirt has been designed to commemorate the occasion, available at many of the participating stores. It costs £10 and all the proceeds go to Crisis, the UK charity for the homeless.

One not to miss is Stella McCartney where Gwyneth Paltrow, Alexandra Shulman and Camila Batmanghelidjh invite you to celebrate Vogue Fashion’s Night Out at the Stella McCartney store in 30 Bruton Street W1.

Preview launch of Wardrobe and Me: an exhibition from the young people of kids company.

- Have your photo taken on a photo board of the Stella McCartney A/W 10 Advertising Campaign.
- Sale of the official Vogue FNO tshirts and bags.
- Exclusive prize draw to win a bag of Stella McCartney goodies.
- Canapes, cupcakes, cookies and cocktails.

Londons Finest and most Famous Festival

LONDON’S NOTTING HILL CARNIVALAugus 29th & 30th 2010   Notting Hill Carnival is London’s most vibrant celebration of diversity, colour and sound.Started in 1964, the Notting Hill Carnival has become an internationally acclaimed event which remains true to its Caribbean roots and over the last four decades, it’s matured into a melting pot of diverse cultural and musical genres that come together in modern West London streets. Today it’s Europe’s largest street festival with hundreds of thousands of regular visitors enjoying live Masquerade bands, Soundsystems, street food, dancing and much more. It has an extremely wide and varied range of events going on over the weekend On Sunday it is Childrens DayThis is the beginning of Carnival with its famous parade of  steel bands, dancers, floats & sound systems. There’s a multitude of stalls offering food and drink from all over the world and to suit everyones taste. And on the Bank Holiday Monday it is the main day. Again the world famous parade with dancers and more. Adams Catering Hire are pleased to help out many of the stalls providing food with our range of gas equipment including BBQ’s, gas rings and ovens, also furniture for those tired and weary souls entertaining you in the parade. Lets hope the weather stays fine. Don’t forget, if you have an event which needs catering equipment or furniture hire, calls Adams, 0870 300 6000

Gorgeous venue in the heart of London

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Glaziers Hall – a fabulous venue in the heart of the City of London fronting the ever changing River Thames. Licensed for marriages and civil partnerships and able to cater for upto 200 guests.

Adams Catering Hire are pleased to be associated with such an awe inspiring venue.

We provide the equipment for many of the approved Caterers and for Glaziers Hall itself.

The River Room which is available to hire overlooks the River Thames is such a lovely bright airy room.The Court Room and the Library with its oak panelling are ideal places to hold meetings also with an inbuilt PA system and projector screen for your use.

The Hall is full of beautiful artifacts from ages past and you will stare for ever into the cabinets at the treasures held there. Also being only minutes away from London Bridge & Waterloo makes it an ideal venue for all types of occasion.

Hog Roast for Help for Heroes sponsored by Adams

On Sunday 15th August, Adams Catering Equipment & Furniture Hire held a Charity Hog Roast in aid of ‘Help for Heroes’ and despite the poor weather we all had a great time.

The food was provided by Simply Fine Foods, a well established  Caterer offering a bespoke service for corporate and private clients alike.  Whether it is catering for a corporate lunch, a barbecue or a private dinner party, their aim is to ensure that everything they provide – the food, the wines and the service – add that essential ingredient to make your event a complete success. Tel; 020 8787 7043. The hog roast was absolutely fabulous with everyone going back for more.

A much needed marquee was also set up by Mannys Marquees who specialise in providing marquees for all occasions, large or small, corporate or private.  Whatever the size of your event they have the solution.

For the entertainment, a close up magician enthralled everyone and he even managed to make a diamond ring disappear (we got it back). A jazz band, a chocolate fountain and much more kept guests amused for the afternoon.  Each and everyone donated to this very worthy cause and we even had a real life ‘hero’ in our midst as one of the girls brought along a soldier friend who is just back from his tour of duty. Kim Rix (Kim Rix wedding photography) came along to take the photos of the day and capture some of the magic moments we all enjoyed.

One of the great things we found on our search was printed roses, yes, real roses printed with your message.  We had beautiful long stemmed red roses with the imprint ‘Help for Heroes – Sunday 15th August 2010′ on ours but you could have anything put on. British Speaking Roses is the company and they provided us with petals to decorate as well. Such a good service – quick delivery. http://www.britishspeakingroses.com

Adams Catering Hire was pleased to have been able to contribute in a small way to help such a worthy cause and if you need any help in organising your next event or you need furniture hire, give us a call and we will be so pleased to be able to help.

Customer Service – good, bad or indifferent?

Customer service is it a skill that can be taught or is it a natural skill?

My view is that it is a natural skill, the basics can be taught & learnt but a true master has it built in. It is an understanding of what a client needs, not necessarily what they want but getting them to bow to your advice as a professional in your field and knowing that it is not money or convenience that is advising them but a true belief and knowledge of what is best. A good rule of thumb is ‘treat everyone as you yourself would wish to be treated’. It is waht Adams Catering Equipment & Furniture Hire is all about.

A Good Company should advise,  not push, try to educate & help with their knowledge.

Adams Client Advisors have over 25 years of experience in the Events Industry, front of house and back and love chatting about your next event. We love to hear that it went well and take it personally if things don’t run smoothly, that’s why we are the Number 1 choice for many Caterers.

Why don’t you call us, see what we can offer you and how we can help you make your life easier. After all, that is what we are here for.

Call us, 0870 300 6000

Email us, info@catering hire.co.uk

Fax us, 0870 300 1030

But whichever one you do, you won’t regret it, I promise you.

Adams and The Duchess of Malfi.

For the last 2 weeks Adams have helped out at the production of ENO and Punchdrunks production of ‘The Duchess of Malfi’

The Duchess of Malfi has been commissioned by ENO from composer Torsten Rasch, and will be presented at Great Eastern Quay in London’s Royal Albert Basin, Newham E16. The production is a new immersive opera, with libretto by Ian Burton, featuring a cast of twenty singers and performers and a full 69-strong symphony orchestra.

A highly acclaimed theatre production on the Isle of Dogs and a sell out too.

Adams made sure that all the catering equipment used in the production, front of house & back, were washed and ready for every production, each and every day.

Do you need any help with your next production?

Ask Adams!

Tel; 0870 300 6000

Hello world! My first blog

Another busy week at Adams Catering Equipment & Furniture Hire.

Picking up from Milton Keynes Festival with a lorryful of equipment, Charity event at Wiltons Music Hall for the Lightmongers, tables for Will Young’s gig, wedding in Southend, glasses to Cartier Polo, equipment for Punchdrunk & The Duchess of Malfi to just name a few.

But it’s nearly the end of the season in the City with the break up of the schools and so many people heading off on holiday.  But with the children off school its the time of BBQ’s in the garden, Pimms garden parties & lots and lots of weddings.

At Adams we can provide for all functions – for that small family gathering with simple folding chairs, gingham tablecloths and a BBQ to the wedding that has been planned for months  with all the special linen, beautiful gleaming glassware & flowers galore.

Have you a last minute request? Phone us, speak to Scarlett or Millie (our special girls who have a talent for getting it just right) and we’ll help you get it ready in time.