Race Arch Hire: Aluminium and Inflatable Start and Finish Arches
Make your start and finish line the centrepiece of your event.
Nothing sets the stage like a striking start and finish arch. We hire out professional aluminium and inflatable race arches in three sizes, suitable for everything from a small community run to a major road race. Every arch can be customised with your own branded artwork, placed where participants, spectators and photographers will see it most.
Choose Your Race Arch
| Premier Aluminium Arch | 8m Curved Inflatable Arch | 4m Inflatable Arch (Sealed) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Fixed, fully branded finish lines | Large start and finish lines, full width roads | The most popular choice for all events |
| Size | 3m inside height; 3m, 4m or 5m inside width | 8m wide (7m internal) | 4m |
| Branding areas | Top and leg banners | 4 | 4 |
| Setup | Fixed once built | Quick setup, supplied with blower | Quick setup |
Premier Aluminium Race Arch
Our aluminium finish arch has always been a favourite, and nothing looks better fully branded to match your event theme. It is supplied with generic START/FINISH banners and plain coloured branding on the sides, and we can provide full colour event branding banners.
- Inside height: 3m
- Inside widths: 3m, 4m or 5m
- Top banners: 3800mm, 4800mm or 5800mm wide x 400/500mm high
- Leg banners: 3000mm/1500mm high x 400mm wide (front and back)
- Ideal for: hanging a finish line clock and media displays
Please note: aluminium gantries must be located in an area closed off to traffic, as they cannot be moved once built. If you need an arch that can be set up quickly and moved, choose one of our inflatable arches.
8m Curved Inflatable Race Arch
Our 8m arch (7m internal) is perfect for bigger start and finish lines and typically covers a full UK standard two-way road. It has 4 areas for branding and is supplied with a blower for inflation.
- Top banner: 2000mm wide x 500mm high
- Leg banners: 1000mm high x 500mm wide
4m Inflatable Race Arch (Sealed)
Our 4m sealed arch is the most used of all our arches and is perfect for all events. It has 4 areas for branding and comes supplied with generic START and FINISH banners.
- Top banners: 980mm wide x 500mm high
- Leg banners: 740mm high x 500mm wide
All banners require the hook part of the velcro.
Custom Branded Race Arches
Your start and finish line is where the best photos are taken, so make it work for your event and your sponsors. Branded banners turn a plain arch into:
- Advertising space for your sponsors in the most photographed spot on the course
- A recognisable event identity that matches your theme and artwork
- Better photos and social media content from every finisher
Why Hire Your Race Arch From Us?
- Three sizes to suit any event, from 3m to 8m wide
- Aluminium or inflatable, so you can choose between a fixed premium finish or a quick-setup option
- Fully brandable with your own artwork
- Suitable for timing equipment: the aluminium arch is perfect for finish line clocks and media displays
- Experienced team: we've been supporting events for around 20 years
Get a Race Arch Hire Quote
Tell us your event date, location and the arch size you're considering, and we'll put together a quote. Not sure which arch suits your event? Get in touch and we'll help you choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes of race arch can I hire?
We hire a Premier Aluminium Race Arch (3m high, with 3m, 4m or 5m inside widths), an 8m curved inflatable arch (7m internal) and a 4m sealed inflatable arch.
Can the race arch be branded with our event artwork?
Yes. Every arch can be customised with branded artwork. Arches come with generic START/FINISH banners as standard, and we can provide full colour event branding banners.
Which race arch is best for a road race?
Our 8m curved arch typically covers a full UK standard two-way road, so it's a popular choice for bigger start and finish lines.
What is the most popular race arch?
Our 4m sealed inflatable arch is the most used and suits most events.
Can the aluminium arch be moved once it's set up?
No. Aluminium gantries cannot be moved once built, so they must be placed in an area closed off to traffic. If you need a quick setup that can be moved, choose an inflatable arch.
Can I hang a finish line clock on the arch?
Yes. The Premier Aluminium Arch is perfect for hanging a finish line clock and media displays.
Do the inflatable arches come with a blower?
Yes. The 8m curved arch is supplied with a blower for inflation.