Retro Arcades, Prize Games & Interactive Entertainment for Events, Colleges & Corporate Functions
Transform your event with high-energy entertainment using our Arcade Machine Hire Oxford service. We supply a full range of arcade machines — from nostalgic retro cabinets to modern high-impact interactive games — all professionally delivered, installed and collected across Oxford and the wider Oxfordshire region. Whether you’re planning a corporate event for a tech company in the Science Park, organising an Oxford University college ball, hosting a stand at a conference, or arranging a private celebration, our machines instantly bring fun, atmosphere and memorable engagement.
High-Impact Entertainment for Oxford Events
Arcade machines are one of the most versatile entertainment options you can add to any event in Oxford. They attract attention, encourage competitiveness, and offer continuous entertainment for guests of all ages. Their bright LED lighting, nostalgic appeal and fast gameplay make them perfect for events where you want to boost interaction and excitement.
We supply arcade machines to everything from historic Oxford colleges and elegant halls to modern conference centres, corporate offices, private estates and marquees. Whether your event is formal, casual or themed, arcade machines fit seamlessly and help create a lively, social atmosphere.
Perfect for Oxford’s Corporate & Business Scene
Oxford has a strong corporate community, with major organisations, research hubs, labs, software companies, and academic institutions hosting events throughout the year. Arcade machines work well for team-building days, staff parties, networking evenings, client entertainment events and product launches. They add a refreshing break from formal sessions and help create engaging conversations among attendees.
Companies in the Oxford Science Park, Oxford Business Park, Harwell, Milton Park, Begbroke Science Park and Oxford Technology Park frequently hire arcade games to energise their events. Whether your goal is to reward teams, attract people to your stand, or simply add fun to an otherwise formal agenda, our machines deliver exactly what you need.
A Huge Range of Arcade Machines for Oxford Events
We offer one of the most extensive arcade machine selections in the UK, tailored to fit Oxford’s corporate, student and private event environments.
✔ Prize Cranes / Claw Machines
A massive hit at both exhibitions and college events — perfect for branded giveaways, prize games, promotions and lead generation.
✔ Retro Arcade Classics
Packed with iconic games such as Pac-Man, Street Fighter, Space Invaders, Donkey Kong, Simpsons, Sega Rally and more. These are timeless crowd-pleasers.
✔ Batak Reaction Game
Ideal for exhibitions, competitions, sports events, student parties and corporate entertainment. Its fast, high-energy gameplay encourages repeated attempts and builds queues.
✔ Basketball Arcade Machines
Fantastic for group challenges, high-score competitions and lively social events.
✔ Reaction Rings / Strike-a-Light LED Games
A high-speed reaction challenge that grabs attention instantly — great for stand engagement and competitive guests.
✔ Gashapon Capsule Machines
Perfect for mystery prizes, incentives, QR code promotions and small branded gifts.
✔ Prize Wheels
Excellent for exhibitions, fundraisers, charity events, marketing activations and high-energy college events.
✔ Boxing Machines
Fun, competitive and perfect for creating hype — especially at student events, parties and corporate evenings.
With so many options, we ensure you choose the perfect combination to match your space, objectives and audience.
Oxford Venues & Areas Covered
We deliver arcade machines across the entire city of Oxford and the surrounding region, including:
We work with everything from historic university colleges to boutique event spaces, luxury hotels, barns, marquees and modern corporate buildings.
Oxford University colleges host some of the UK's most prestigious events — and arcade machines fit them perfectly. We regularly supply:
Students love competitive, interactive entertainment, and arcade machines create the perfect talking point while giving everyone something fun to do throughout the event.
Oxford hosts exhibitions and conferences across multiple venues, and arcade machines are increasingly used as attention-grabbing tools for stands and visitor engagement.
We supply machines to:
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Oxford Town Hall
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Oxford Conference Centre
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The King’s Centre
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Kassam Stadium conference rooms
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College conference facilities
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Hotel event spaces
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Milton Hill House
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Heythrop Park
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Egrove Park (Said Business School)
Prize Cranes, Batak, Reaction Rings and Basketball are especially effective for boosting footfall, increasing dwell time and generating social media activity.
Branding adds a powerful promotional layer to your arcade hire. We can fully customise many machines with:
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Vinyl wraps
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Logo decals
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Branded scoreboards
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Custom prize capsules
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Campaign graphics
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Colour-matched designs
This makes them perfect for:
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Marketing activations
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Product launches
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Corporate branding
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Exhibitions
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Open days
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Recruitment events
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Tech showcases
Branded arcade games deliver serious visual impact while encouraging visitors to stay longer and interact with your team.
Flexible Delivery, Setup & Support
Hiring arcade machines in Oxford is seamless.
Your booking includes:
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Delivery anywhere in or around Oxford
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Professional placement and installation
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Safety checks and full testing
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On-call event support
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Takedown and removal after your event
Our team handles tight access routes, historic building restrictions, college porters’ requirements, loading bay timings and venue coordination.
Many clients choose multiple machines for a full gaming zone or entertainment area.
Popular combinations include:
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Prize Crane + Batak
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Retro Arcade + Basketball
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Reaction Rings + Gashapon
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Prize Wheel + Boxing Machine
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Batak + Retro Arcade + Basketball trio
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Full multi-game setups (3–10 machines)
Package discounts are available for multi-machine hires.
Ready to upgrade your event with high-impact, engaging entertainment?
Contact us today for availability, pricing and tailored recommendations for your Oxford event.
See more arcade machines, interactive games and branded activations at Boutique Party Hire.
📧 info@boutiquepartyhire.co.uk
📞 0208 087 3788
Arcade Machine Hire Oxford – FAQs
1. Do you deliver arcade machines across Oxford and Oxfordshire?
Yes. We deliver and set up arcade machines across the entire Oxford region, including Oxford City Centre, Headington, Cowley, Summertown, Jericho, Kidlington, Bicester, Abingdon, Didcot, Witney, Banbury and all surrounding villages. We regularly supply Oxford University colleges, hotels, conference venues, barns, marquees and private homes.
2. Can we hire arcade machines for one-day or evening events?
Absolutely. We offer 1-day, half-day, evening, weekend and multi-day hire options, depending on the needs of your event. Whether it’s a college ball, a corporate event, a private party or a conference, we deliver, install, test and collect the machines at times that suit your venue.
3. Which arcade machines are most popular in Oxford?
The top choices for Oxford events are:
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Prize Cranes (Claw Machines)
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Batak Reaction Game
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Basketball Arcade Machines
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Retro Arcade Classics
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Reaction Rings / Strike-a-Light LED Games
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Prize Wheels
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Gashapon Capsule Machines
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Boxing Machines
These machines consistently perform well at college events, conferences, exhibitions, student parties and corporate gatherings.
4. Can you deliver to Oxford University colleges?
Yes — colleges are one of our most common delivery locations.
We supply arcade machines for:
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May Balls
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BOPs
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JCR & MCR events
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Freshers’ Week
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Summer parties
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Open days
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Graduation celebrations
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Formal afterparties
We’re familiar with college access restrictions, porter’s lodge requirements and historic building layouts.
5. Are arcade machines suitable for Oxford exhibitions and conferences?
Definitely. Arcade machines are extremely effective for attracting visitors, creating engagement and boosting interaction at events held in:
Prize Cranes, Batak, Retro Cabinets and Reaction Rings are especially strong for exhibition stand traffic and competitions.
6. Do you offer branding options?
Yes. Many arcade machines can be customised with branded wraps, vinyl decals, logo panels, branded prize capsules, themed artwork and colour-matched graphics.
Branding is ideal for:
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Corporate events
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Marketing activations
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Recruitment expos
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University open days
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Research showcases
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Product launches
Branded machines help your stand or event stand out.
7. How much space do the arcade machines require?
Space varies depending on the machine:
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Retro arcades need approx. 1m²
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Prize cranes and gashapons need slightly more
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Basketball arcades require deeper space
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Batak and Reaction Rings need wall or open area
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Boxing machines require floor space and overhead clearance
Send us your floor plan, and we’ll recommend the best layout.
8. What power supply is needed for the machines?
All machines run on a normal 13-amp plug socket. This makes them easy to place in university colleges, hotels, conference rooms, bars, clubs and private properties across Oxford.
9. Can arcade machines be used in historic Oxford buildings?
Yes, in most cases. Many machines fit through standard doorways and corridors. For older or more restricted buildings, we can advise on the best machines with smaller footprints or modular access. Our team is used to navigating classic Oxford architecture.
10. Do you provide support during our event?
Yes. We provide full setup and testing before the event begins, and we offer on-call support throughout the duration of your hire. For large student events, exhibitions or premium corporate functions, on-site attendants can be arranged if required.
11. Can we hire multiple arcade machines for larger events?
Yes. Many Oxford events hire 3–10 machines to create full entertainment zones.
Popular bundles include:
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Prize Crane + Batak
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Retro Arcade + Basketball
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Reaction Rings + Gashapon
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Boxing Machine + Air Hockey
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Multi-machine gaming zone
We offer package deals for multi-machine hires.
12. Is setup and collection included in the price?
Yes, all hires include delivery, installation, professional testing and post-event collection. We manage the entire process around your schedule and venue requirements.
13. How far in advance should we book?
Oxford’s event calendar can get very busy — especially around May Balls, graduation season, conference season, and Christmas. Booking early is recommended, but we often accommodate last-minute hires depending on availability.
14. Where can I view more arcade machines and event entertainment options?
You can explore our full range of arcade games, branded equipment and interactive entertainment on Boutique Party Hire.