Abc Events Ltd

What Abc Events Ltd does

ABC Events Ltd is a UK private limited company providing corporate event management and entertainment equipment hire services across Scotland and England. The company offers a broad portfolio including casino equipment, inflatable attractions, team-building activities, themed event packages, audio/visual equipment, marquees, and prestige vehicles such as a chauffeur-driven Bentley Arnage. Customers range from corporate and enterprise clients running team-building days, conferences, and product launches, to private parties, schools, and charity fundraisers; race-night events have reportedly raised over £2,000 for fundraising clients.

The company's operational model is built around full in-house ownership of all hire equipment, eliminating dependency on third-party suppliers, with trained staff who deliver, set up, and operate equipment at venues. Technology-enabled offerings include a 12m x 12m Laser Quest system, a golf simulator with real-club swing analysis and shot-breakdown display, a 16ft x 8ft computer-linked Scalextric track with lap-timing and race leader tracking, and a laser shooting system on an 8ft x 8ft projector screen with surround sound. Five physical offices support UK-wide delivery: Falkirk (headquarters), Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, and Kent serving London and the South East.

Revenue is generated through unit-based pricing for 3-4 hour hire periods with final prices dependent on distance and duration, augmented by multi-item booking discounts, generator hire from £45, and tiered DIY-to-deluxe packages including single-operator budget options. The go-to-market is sales-led, with direct customer contact via phone (0845 602 4139 and regional lines), email, website enquiry forms, live chat, online brochures, and presence on Facebook and Twitter. The company serves a horizontally segmented customer base spanning four primary verticals: corporate and enterprise (primary), private events, charities and fundraisers, and schools and youth organisations.

Name

Abc Events Ltd

Legal name

ABC Events Ltd

Website

https://abc-events.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

UK-based corporate events and entertainment equipment hire company operating across Scotland and England from five regional offices, serving corporate clients, private functions, charities, and schools with in-house equipment and trained operators.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Equipment Hire and Entertainment Services

NAICS

Other Amusement and Recreation Industries (7139), Amusement Parks and Arcades (7131), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events without Facilities (71132), Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Event Rentals (Tents, Furniture, A/V, Decor) (HSACAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Party Games, Activities & Interactive Entertainment (HSACACAJ), Event Production & Technical Services (AV/Lighting/Staging) (MPAAAGAB), Event Stagehands & Production Support Crew (HSACAEAJ)

Keywords

• Corporate event hire
• Entertainment equipment rental
• Team building events
• Inflatable game hire
• Themed event props

Headquarters

HQ city

Falkirk

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Equipment Hire: Primary revenue stream from hiring out event equipment including inflatables, casino tables, entertainment games, team building activities, and themed event equipment. Hire typically based on 3-4 hour duration with pricing subject to distance and duration.
2. Staffing and Operator Services: Revenue from trained event staff who accompany equipment and operate activities. Budget packages offer single operator options for cost reduction.
3. Corporate Events and Team Building Packages: Full-service corporate event management including team building, theme events, audio/visual, inflatables, marquees, and prestige car hire.
4. Prestige Car Hire: Chauffeur-driven luxury car hire including Bentley Arnage for events.
5. Marquee Hire: Marquee rental for weddings, corporate parties, exhibitions, and product launches with various configurations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ABC Events Ltd supplies a broad range of corporate and private event equipment and entertainment services, including inflatable games, casino tables, themed props, A/V equipment, marquees, and team-building activities. The company handles delivery, setup, and on-site management of equipment for events such as corporate functions, birthdays, weddings, charity events, and school events across the UK through five regional offices. The in-house equipment inventory supports both full-service managed events and self-driven equipment hire.

Product overview

ABC Events Ltd is a corporate events and entertainment equipment hire company operating throughout Scotland and England. With over 23 years of experience, they provide a comprehensive portfolio of event services ranging from small private functions to major formal ceremonies for large UK companies. The company operates as a unified service offering rather than a modular software platform, providing end-to-end event solutions that combine equipment hire with trained event staff. Their core offerings include: Casino and gaming equipment (Roulette, Blackjack, Craps, Poker tables with professional croupiers), Team Building Activities (Golf Simulator, Laser Quest, Giant Scalextrics, Gameshows), Inflatable Equipment (Bouncy Castles, Slides, Assault Courses, Sumo Wrestling, Bungee attractions), Corporate Event Management, Audio/Visual & PA Hire, Staging and Dance Floors, Themed Nights (Casino, Wild West, Hawaiian, 007), and various entertainment attractions including Arcade Machines, Arcade Games, Quads for kids, Giant Games (Jenga, Connect 4, Operation), and food/catering equipment (Chocolate Fountain, Candy Floss, Popcorn, Hot Dogs). All equipment is company-owned and operated by fully trained staff, with comprehensive health and safety protocols.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Inflatable games and bouncy castle hire Inflatable games, bouncy castles, and related inflatable entertainment equipment supplied for corporate events, private parties, school fairs, and charity events. Includes delivery, setup, and collection across the UK.
• Casino table and gaming hire Casino tables, gaming equipment, and themed casino event services including professional croupiers for corporate events, private parties, and themed celebrations.
• Team-building activities and events Structured team-building activities, challenges, and managed games for corporate clients, including outdoor and indoor formats designed to engage employees and groups.
• A/V and event equipment hire Audio/visual equipment and general event equipment hire for corporate functions, conferences, parties, and presentations, including sound, lighting, and projection equipment.
• Marquee hire Marquee and temporary structure hire for outdoor events including weddings, corporate functions, and private parties, with delivery and setup across the UK.
• Themed event props and theming Themed props, decorations, and event theming services for parties, weddings, corporate events, and special occasions, allowing clients to transform venues into themed environments.
• Golf simulator hire Golf simulator systems supplied for corporate events, exhibitions, parties, and entertainment venues, providing realistic indoor golf play as an event attraction.
• Laser clay shooting hire Laser clay shooting systems supplied for corporate events, country pursuits, and entertainment occasions, providing a safe simulated shooting experience.

Quantifiable outcome

• Some of the most successful Race Nights have raised in excess of £2000 for fundraising

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Grange Manor HotelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerABC Events is delighted to be associated with Grange Manor Hotel and proud to supply this fine hotel with a full range of event equipment and accessories. By choosing Grange Manor and ABC Events together, customers get a winning combination for their events.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Team Tactics: UK provider of team-building activities and corporate event packages, overlapping with ABC Events' team-building, game show, and outdoor activity offerings.
• Lemon Zest Events: UK corporate event management and entertainment company offering themed events, team building, and on-site experiences targeting a similar enterprise client base.
• Eventurous: UK corporate events and team-building provider supplying managed event experiences, equipment hire, and themed activities — overlapping directly with ABC Events' full-service corporate offering.
• Black Hat Events: UK team-building and corporate events specialist providing activities, equipment, and facilitation services directly competitive with ABC Events' team-building portfolio.
• Function Hire UK: UK event equipment hire company supplying marquees, AV, staging, and event infrastructure — comparable to the marquee, AV/PA, and staging lines in ABC Events' portfolio.
• Mobile Casino Hire UK: UK operator specializing in casino table hire with croupiers — a core vertical within ABC Events' catalogue and a direct niche competitor for casino-night bookings.
• Fun Events UK: UK corporate fun day and entertainment provider delivering inflatables, games, and themed attractions to enterprise clients — overlapping ABC Events' fun day and corporate entertainment segments.
• Wild Rover Event Services: UK-based corporate event hire company offering equipment and entertainment similar to ABC Events, including inflatables, casino tables, and team-building activities across the UK.
• Inflatable Hire Hub: Aggregator and supplier of inflatable event equipment across the UK, directly competing with ABC Events' extensive inflatable hire catalogue (bouncy castles, slides, assault courses).

Broad incumbents

• Showforce: Larger UK and international event staffing and production services company supplying crew, AV, and event logistics; overlaps with ABC Events' staffing, AV hire, and corporate event delivery in a broader portfolio context.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ABC.EVENTS
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/abc-events-ltd

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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