What to Hire for a Holy Communion Party at Home | Complete Guide

Planning a Holy Communion party at home is a lovely way to celebrate your child’s special day with family and friends. But once the guest list grows, many parents start to wonder what they actually need — and what they might end up buying unnecessarily.

The good news? You don’t need to purchase extra plates, chairs or serving dishes you’ll only use once. Hiring party equipment for a Holy Communion at home is a simple, cost-effective way to host comfortably, without the stress.

This guide covers what to hire for a Holy Communion party at home — and what you can skip buying altogether.

How to Plan a Holy Communion Party at Home

Before you start hiring items, it helps to confirm:

• How many guests you’re hosting
• Whether you’ll serve a sit-down meal or a buffet
• If the celebration will be indoors, outdoors or both

Once you know this, you can hire exactly what you need — and nothing more.

What to Hire for a Holy Communion Party at Home

1. Tableware for Holy Communion Parties

Hiring tableware ensures every guest has matching, spotless place settings — without raiding cupboards or borrowing from family.

Most families hire:

• Dinner plates and Starter / Dessert plates
• Cutlery sets
• Glassware for water, soft drinks and wine

All items arrive clean and ready to use, and can be returned without washing up, which is a huge help after a busy day.

2. Table Linen: Tablecloths and Napkins

Table linen makes a big visual difference to your Communion setup and is one of the most practical items to hire rather than buy.

Consider hiring:

• White or neutral tablecloths to suit your tables
• Matching napkins for each place setting or introducing pink or blue to co-ordinate with your child's colour preference.

Hiring table linen means:

• No worrying about stains or spillages
• No washing or ironing afterwards
• A coordinated look across all tables

It’s an easy way to elevate the table without extra effort.

3. Tables and Chairs for Communion Guests

If you’re hosting extended family, you may need additional seating.

Hiring tables and chairs allows you to:

• Seat everyone comfortably
• Create a proper dining layout
• Avoid borrowing mismatched furniture

Fold-away tables work well in dining rooms, kitchens, garages, extensions or garden spaces.

Tip. If you choose to click and collect from our showroom for free, check what your car can take. Our foldable white and hampton chairs are ideal for transporting in a car as they fold, so you can stack them on top of eachother. 

4. Buffet and Serving Equipment

Many Holy Communion parties are served buffet-style, especially for larger guest lists.

Popular items to hire include:

• Chafing dishes to keep food warm
• Serving platters and bowls
• Cake stands for the Communion cake
• Jugs or beverage dispensers

Hiring buffet equipment keeps food organised and frees up space in your kitchen.

What You Don’t Need to Buy for a Holy Communion Party

Extra Crockery, Cutlery or Glassware

Buying tableware for a one-day event often leads to:

• Storage problems afterwards
• Items that don’t match your everyday set
• Unnecessary expense

Hiring avoids all of this and gives a more polished finish.

Disposable Plates, Cups or Napkins

Disposable tableware may seem convenient, but it:

• Looks less special for a Holy Communion
• Creates unnecessary waste
• Often costs more than expected

Reusable hired tableware and linen feel far more appropriate for the occasion.

Tablecloths and Napkins You’ll Only Use Once

Buying table linen often means dealing with:

• Stains that don’t wash out
• Bulky storage
• Items that rarely get used again

Hiring tablecloths and napkins removes all of that hassle.

Holy Communion Party Hire Made Easy

At CaterHire, families can hire everything needed for a Holy Communion party at home, including:

• Tableware
• Tablecloths and napkins
• Tables and chairs
• Buffetware
• Catering equipment

With flexible quantities, delivery and collection options, and no washing up required, hosting becomes far more enjoyable.

Final Tip: Keep It Simple

A Holy Communion is about celebrating an important milestone — not worrying about laundry, storage or last-minute purchases.

Hiring what you need means:

• Less preparation
• Less mess
• Less clutter afterwards
• More time to enjoy the day with family and friends

And that’s exactly how it should feel.

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