Support Services
NewcastleGateshead has a whole host of specialist organisations willing to help support you in providing the finishing touches to your event.
AV equipment providers, caterers, communications experts, event management companies, lighting and sound hire, marketing and promotional services, tour guides, transport and travel providers can all help make your event a successful one, and in NewcastleGateshead we have some of the best in the UK.
Hiscox Event Insurance
As specialists with over 30 years experience of insuring conferences, Hiscox understand that no two events are the same. They can protect you and your events with cancellation and abandonment cover (protecting you and your client's financial investment in the event), public liability and employers' liability (protecting you against the legal risks you may face when running an event) and property cover - for your property, venue fixtures and fittings, or hired property at the event.
hi-lights
One of the leading suppliers of technical services, equipment and support for events in the UK. Specialising in awards dinners, conferences, product launches and outdoor events, Hi-Lights provide the creative and technical support required to ensure your event is a success.
Newland Corporate Communications
Newland are an Audio Visual hire and Conference Services company, based in the North East of England. They have a compressive stock of AV equipment; Plasma Screens Projection Equipment Computers Audio Equipment Stage Sets Lighting Videoconferencing Broadcast Equipment Exhibition Panels Available for Conferences Exhibitions Seminars Road Shows Events Product Launches Newland also has the technical crew to back up every aspect of your AV requirements.
The R&B Group
Whether it’s a dynamic product launch, intimate staff presentation, high profile ceremony or international sales conference, it’s all about creating the right impression. The R&B Group are happy to put their reputation on the line every time they help organisations put on an event. Using their experience, reliability, quality and efficiency, they can provide innovative solutions for even the most complex problems due to a dedication to understand and utilise the latest technological developments.
Reaction Fireworks Ltd.
Based in County Durham, Reaction Fireworks is one of the leading professional firework companies in the UK, with a reputation for delivering innovative, creative and imaginative displays designed to meet specific requirements. Reaction Fireworks are proud to boast their ‘British Firework Champions’ status following success at the 2004 nationwide competition. With unsurpassed creativity, underpinned by a rigorous safety system and operating procedures which have continued to grow and evolve with the company, they continue to provide a benchmark for others to follow. State of the art digital firing systems, a team of 20+ BPA accredited operators, £10 million insurance, and a high regard from industry colleagues is testimony to the quality of the operation.
Saville Audio Visual
For true state-of-the-art technology and award-winning audio visual service, trust the UK’s No. 1 AV company - established in North East England for over 25 years. Voted AV Rental Company of The Year four times in six years, plus Best Conference Equipment Supplier 2004 and 2005.
Seen & Heard Ltd
Conference support and production services including sound, projection, lighting and set hire and construction. We also provide full video production and event management.
To find out more about AV hire and production companies in and around NewcastleGateshead complete our enquiry form or call us on +44 (0)191 243 8819. You’ve got an entire city in one call or click!
Conference & Event Management Companies
Alan Hillary Events
With over twenty years experience, this dynamic company delivers your aims and objectives in a task-focused style. With a team of events professionals looking after the multitude of ‘event components’, they can help you to release valuable time, allowing you to concentrate on the aspects of the project that require your particular expertise and knowledge. Priding themselves on the ability to become an extension of your organisation, Alan Hillary Events are adaptable, friendly and professional at all times. The key products are: Conference Production & Management, Exhibitions, Official Openings & Product Launches, Family Days, Outdoor Concerts, Major Outdoor Events as well as Unique Events (for clients who dare to be different).
Benchmark Communications
Established in 1994 in Newcastle upon Tyne, Benchmark Communications is the largest event management company in the North East and one of the most experienced conference & event management and marketing companies in the UK. Working regionally, nationally and internationally, the core area of Benchmark’s business is delivering conference, event, exhibition and sponsorship management services to a range of public and private clients. Through it's knowledge and experience it also offers corporate entertainment, hospitality and team building to our client base. Benchmark Communications believes in building long term relationships that go way beyond superficial. This is driven by an absolute need to truly understand your needs, both from the big picture perspective and in detail too.
Dialogue Event Solutions
Dialogue Event Solutions is a creative event management company that specialises in organising a wide range of events including exhibitions, conferences, awards dinners, seminars and team building exercises for the business-to-business sector, regionally, nationally and internationally. We believe in building long-term relationships with clients and aim to offer a flexible service that helps clients strengthen and promote their brand and image. Whatever type of event we will provide the ideas and inspiration to make it truly unforgettable.
Event International
Event International programme and produce public events and festivals (e.g. The NewcastleGateshead Tall Ships Eve of Parade of Sail Event) as well as those for the private sector (e.g. Dubai Shopping Festival).
Off the Wall Promotions
An experienced event management company who offer a full production service, and provide a vast array of fun team events and corporateentertainment to blue chip companies throughout the country.
Transport Providers
City Sightseeing
Hop on hop off open-top sightseeing buses operate from March to December, visiting all the main sights and attractions and offering a 24-hour ticket to give you the flexibility to see the city at your own pace and in your own time.
DFDS Seaways
Carrying 1.8 million passengers a year on a fleet of six modern passenger liners DFDS Seaways’ ships offer the discerning traveller and delegate the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of onboard leisure and business facilities and the confidence of sailing with a long established, successful company whose reputation is based on first-class customer service.
EastCoast Taxis & Tours
Offering seasonal tours of NewcastleGateshead and 1 or 2 day tours throughout Northumberland, Durham and Weardale, EastCoast Taxis & Tours are proving to be extremely popular with both visitors from the UK and overseas. Offering excellent value for money, the Tours may be customised to suit your own choice of route and number of passengers. Tour prices start from as little as £20 per person (based on 6 persons sharing).
Garfield Executive Travel
North East England’s number one in corporate and leisure travel, providing exclusive quality and a dedicated service. Specialists in executive mini coaches, large coaches and chauffer driven cars.
Go North East
A network of local and regional bus services in Newcastle, Gateshead, throughout Tyne and Wear and County Durham to support the travel needs of all visitors.
Newcastle International Airport
Newcastle International Airport has announced it is one of the fastest International growing airports in Europe. Recently it has invested £17million to completely transform the terminal building.
Nexus
Nexus has teamed up with NewcastleGateshead Convention Bureau to develop the conference destination’s first dedicated travel card for delegates. The card allows delegates unlimited travel on the Tyne and Wear Metro system and NewcastleGateshead’s new yellow Quaylink buses which operate a frequent service around NewcastleGateshead’s iconic quayside area.
Northern Aviation
North East England's only executive air charter company, based at Durham Tees Valley Airport. Providing a 24-hour service and offering a wide range of aircraft Northern Aviation can give your business the edge.
ParkersExeculink 
Corporate and leisure travel services including executive cars and people carriers, mini coaches and full size coaches. Conference travel and destination management with concierge service available.
Stanley Travel 
With 50 years of experience Stanley Travel provide a high-quality fleet of modern luxury coaches and one of only three elite coach operators in North East England to be awarded the prestigious Coach Marque Award by the Confederation of Passenger Transport.
Touring Services & Tour Guides
City Sightseeing
Hop on hop off open-top sightseeing buses operate from March to December, visiting all the main sights and attractions and offering a 24-hour ticket to give you the flexibility to see the city at your own pace and in your own time.
EastCoast Taxis & Tours
Offering seasonal tours of NewcastleGateshead and 1 or 2 day tours throughout Northumberland, Durham and Weardale, EastCoast Taxis & Tours are proving to be extremely popular with both visitors from the UK and overseas. Offering excellent value for money, the Tours may be customised to suit your own choice of route and number of passengers. Tour prices start from as little as £20 per person (based on 6 persons sharing).
Jan Williams Blue Badge Tour Guide Services
Professional, tailor-made Blue Badge guiding and itinerary planning service for the business sector, group and conference organisers.Guide Service Winner “North East England Tourism Ambassador Award 2005”.
Northern Secrets
Northern Secrets offers a Blue Badge guiding experience that will enhance your stay by bringing the regions' treasures to life and explaining what you see in an informative, friendly and entertaining way. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveller to the area, Northern Secrets will make your stay memorable and all the more enjoyable.
ParkersExeculink
Corporate and leisure travel services including executive cars and people carriers, mini coaches and full size coaches. Conference travel and destination management with concierge service available.
Personalised Touring Services
A professional Blue Badge guiding service and itinerary planning for private / business / conference visitors. Guided tours of NewcastleGateshead (walking or coach), and the region, including Durham, Alnwick and Hadrians Wall. All year service.
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