Corporate Event Hire Oxford
Oxford's corporate events scene is shaped by two powerful forces: a globally renowned university and a business community concentrated around pharmaceuticals, technology and publishing. Both create demand for events that are professional, memorable and well-executed. Whether you're a college hosting a formal dinner, a Science Park company celebrating a milestone, or a publisher launching a new title, the entertainment you choose says something about your organisation.
As corporate event specialists with over 15 years of experience, we provide interactive entertainment and catering that rises to the occasion. Oxford events often take place in remarkable settings, and we deliver entertainment that complements those venues rather than clashing with them.
Entertainment for Oxford's Corporate Events
Oxford's corporate audience tends to be engaged and curious, which makes interactive games a particularly good fit. Batak reaction games appeal to the competitive instinct that thrives in high-achieving environments. Racing simulators bring out a different side of people — suddenly the quiet researcher from the lab is the most competitive person in the room. These moments are what corporate entertainment is really about: helping colleagues connect as people.
Photo booths and magic mirrors add a lighter touch to formal occasions. At a college dinner or an awards ceremony, they give guests something enjoyable to do during drinks receptions and between courses, creating memories that last well beyond the evening.
For companies exhibiting at Oxford's scientific conferences and industry events, branded games with custom graphics make your presence more engaging. We handle all design and print in-house, so your branding is applied precisely and professionally.
Fun food catering works especially well at Oxford events where you want to create an informal atmosphere alongside the formality. Pizza ovens, popcorn carts and ice cream stations give people a reason to gather, chat and relax.
Oxford's Distinctive Venue Landscape
What makes Oxford different from most corporate event destinations is the sheer variety and character of its venues. University colleges open their halls, quads and gardens for private and corporate events. The Bodleian Library hosts receptions in surroundings that leave a lasting impression on any guest. Oxford Town Hall provides a grand civic setting for large gatherings. The Sheldonian Theatre offers something truly extraordinary for special occasions.
Beyond the dreaming spires, Oxford's corporate infrastructure is substantial. The Oxford Science Park and Harwell Campus host companies that regularly need event entertainment — product launches, team celebrations, client hospitality and milestone events. Business parks and hotels around the ring road and along the M40 corridor cater for the practical side of corporate event hosting.
Each type of venue has its own requirements. College settings often mean navigating listed buildings, limited vehicle access and specific rules about equipment. Modern conference venues are typically more straightforward logistically. We're experienced with both and can advise on what entertainment works in the space you've booked.
Our Route to Oxford
We're based in Coventry, roughly 60 miles from Oxford via the M40. At around 1.5 hours, it's one of our shortest delivery routes, which keeps logistics simple and costs competitive. Our team arrives ahead of your event, handles complete setup and testing, and supports throughout. We collect everything once your event finishes.
For Oxford clients who also host events in other cities, our central location means you can use one trusted supplier across multiple venues nationwide.
Getting Corporate Entertainment Right in Oxford
Oxford event organisers often tell us they want entertainment that's engaging without being gimmicky. That's a balance we understand well. The key is matching the entertainment to the tone of the event and the expectations of the audience.
A pharmaceutical company hosting international delegates at a conference needs entertainment that transcends language barriers — interactive games and food stations do this naturally. A college celebrating its alumni wants activities that feel appropriate for the setting whilst giving people genuine enjoyment. A tech company's summer party can be more relaxed and playful with a wider range of games and catering.
We discuss these nuances with every client. It's the difference between entertainment that enhances your event and entertainment that feels out of place.
Why Oxford Clients Choose Fun Pro UK
We're a family-run business with a commitment to quality that Oxford's discerning event organisers appreciate. All equipment is professional-grade and safety-tested, we carry full public liability insurance, and we handle delivery with our own team — no subcontractors. We've provided entertainment for events with major companies and prestigious institutions, and they come back because we deliver what we promise.
Our honest, consultative approach means we'll tell you what we genuinely think will work for your event, even if that means recommending fewer items than you initially enquired about. Getting it right matters more to us than maximising every booking.
Discuss Your Oxford Corporate Event
Contact our team on 0247-722-0701. Share the details of your event — venue, audience, occasion — and we'll recommend entertainment that fits.
