Gear Up for Summer: Essential Equipment for Garden Cleanup and Event Preparations

As the warmer months approach, the allure of hosting outdoor gatherings becomes irresistible. Whether you’re planning an intimate garden party or a charming garden wedding, preparing your outdoor space is key to creating memorable experiences for your guests. Beaver Tool Hire is your go-to partner for all the equipment you need to ensure your event is a success.

Preparing the Garden Venue

Before the festivities begin, it’s essential to get your garden in top shape. Beaver Tool Hire offers a wide range of gardening tools to help you create a pristine environment. From lawn care tools to hedge trimmers, our inventory ensures your garden is ready to impress.

  • Brush Cutter/Strimmer Designed for cutting long grass and vegetation, this versatile tool can be equipped with wire trim lines for edging against hard surfaces, or with a metal blade for open areas. Weighing 6-7kg and producing 110dB of noise, it efficiently handles tough landscaping tasks. The brush cutter comes with a harness and visor for safe operation.
  • Rotary Lawn Mower A powerful push-along petrol mower with a collection box, suitable for all types of lawns including those that are partially overgrown. Its foldable handlebars make transportation easy.
  • Petrol Hedge Trimmer This powerful two-stroke petrol hedge trimmer is perfect for shaping and maintaining hedges. It includes a safety visor for operator protection.
  • Long-Reach Hedge Trimmer Ideal for cutting taller hedges from the ground, this two-stroke petrol-driven trimmer has an adjustable head angle of 90 degrees. It comes with a harness and safety visor. Its 2.5m length allows for extended reach without needing a ladder.
  • Leaf Blower For clearing leaves from under plants and bushes and blowing grass cuttings from pathways, this tool is essential. Available in both petrol and electric models, it can also be used as a vacuum to collect leaves, providing versatility for garden cleanup.
    Billy Goat Petrol Garden Vacuum This powerful vacuum offers easy operation for cleaning leaves, seeds, mulch, blooms, branches, litter and debris. Ideal for multi-surface residential and light commercial use, it features a 69cm/27in wide lawn and litter vacuum with variable height adjustment for hard surfaces or turf work. Its rear-wheel drive and powerful Honda engine make it easy to operate even in hilly environments.
  • Trailer Mounted Platforms (Niftylift 120T & 150T) For accessing elevated areas with ease, our trailer-mounted platforms provide flexibility and reach. The Niftylift 120T offers a 12-metre working height while the Niftylift 150T extends to 15 metres. Both platforms are compact and efficient, making them ideal for refurbishment work, glazing, tree pruning and a variety of construction and maintenance tasks. Easily towed between sites, they are perfect for handling a wide range of applications.

Setting the Scene for the Event

Creating an inviting and functional party space is crucial. Ensure your garden is well-lit and powered with our reliable generators and extensive lighting hire options. Whether it’s illuminating pathways or accentuating the beauty of your garden, our solutions add both ambiance and safety, especially as the sun sets.

Outdoor Heating Solutions

To ensure your guests remain comfortable during cooler evenings, Beaver Tool Hire offers a range of outdoor heating solutions tailored for garden parties and weddings:

  • Indirect Diesel Heater (Master BV77 – 20kW) This powerful indirect heater is perfect for providing large volumes of clean, warm, dry air, making it ideal for heating large spaces such as halls and marquees. Delivered with 36 litres of diesel, this heater is especially suited for spaces with limited ventilation. Fuel used will be charged upon return.
  • Patio Heater Ideal for outdoor parties, whether on long summer evenings or cooler winter nights, this patio heater features adjustable heat settings. It provides efficient heating that ensures guest comfort. Propane gas charges are extra.

Power and Lighting

Ensuring your event is well-lit and powered is essential for both functionality and ambiance:

  • Portable Petrol Generator 2.0kVA Compact and versatile, this generator fits into most car boots and is suitable for smaller applications such as lighting and powering individual tools. It produces 110v and 240v, making it ideal for garden events.
  • 110v Festoon Lights A 12-metre string of 12 lights designed for site use, these festoon lights run on 110v and are perfect for adding a festive atmosphere to your outdoor event while ensuring visibility and safety.

Other Essential Items for Event Setup

To further enhance the functionality and enjoyment of your garden party or wedding, consider these additional amenities:

  • Charcoal Barbecue Perfect for outdoor cooking, this large charcoal barbecue features a 1200 x 600 mm grill area and can cater for up to 60 people. Charcoal is available on a sale or return basis for unopened bags.
  • Gas Paella Pan For those looking to provide a fun alfresco dining option, our gas paella pan caters for 70-85 people. Quick to assemble, it includes a large gas burner, a stand and a 1-metre wide steel pan. Propane gas is available separately.
  • Trestle Tables & Stacking Chairs Our trestle tables and plastic stacking chairs are ideal for both indoor and outdoor use. Each table comfortably seats 6 adults, perfect for parties or as extra occasional tables.
  • Tea Urn/Water Heater With a 20-litre capacity, our tea urn/water heater will make approximately 80 cups, ensuring your guests can enjoy hot beverages.
  • Mobile Fire Point Safety is paramount, and our mobile fire point is ideal for temporary on-site cover, equipped with extinguishers, a bucket and a fire blanket.

Post-Event Cleanup

After the celebrations, it’s essential to restore your garden to its original condition. Beaver Tool Hire offers a range of efficient and environmentally friendly cleanup tools to make this process seamless.

These tools ensure your post-event cleanup is thorough, allowing you to maintain the beauty of your venue effortlessly.

Trust Beaver Tool Hire for Tool and Equipment Hire

From preparation to cleanup, Beaver Tool Hire provides comprehensive services and equipment for all your garden event needs.

Visit Beaver Tool Hire or contact your local branch for personalised advice and to book the equipment you need for a successful garden event. With locations across Hampshire and West Sussex, you can visit us in Chichester, Petersfield, Waterlooville, Portsmouth, Fareham, Winchester and Worthing at Gardner & Scardifield or call us today on 01243 782510.

Beaver Tool Hire branches:

Chichester Branch
Phone: 01243 782510
Email: hire@beavertoolhire.co.uk

Petersfield Branch
Phone: 01730 264804
Email: hire@beaverpetersfield.co.uk

Waterlooville Branch
Phone: 023 9225 9325
Email: hire@beaverdenmead.co.uk

Portsmouth Branch
Phone: 023 9266 3599
Email: hire@beaverportsmouth.co.uk

Fareham Branch
Phone: 01329 233731
Email: hire@beaverfareham.co.uk

Winchester Branch
Phone: 01962 790369
Email: hire@beaverwinchester.co.uk

Worthing Hire Desk
Phone: 01903 323331 / 07355 674080
Email: hire@beaverworthing.co.uk