Acorn Event Structures

Acorn Event Structures Acorn is one of the UK's largest providers of indoor & outdoor temporary structures.

Acorn Event Structures is one of the UK's largest providers of indoor and outdoor scaffold based event and temporary structures. Harnessing almost 20 years experience with Europe's largest rental inventory of Layher Event System scaffold and Prolyte staging products to consistently deliver premium solutions to world-class events. We specialise in the supply and installation of a wide range of temp

orary structures and ancillary support services. With strategically placed operational bases throughout the UK and in-house design, engineering and logistical departments we deliver the complete package, from brief to activation, saving time and money for our clients.

Throwback to a few weekends ago at Slam Dunk North & South 🤘 Here are some shots from Slam Dunk North featuring our Soni...
13/06/2026

Throwback to a few weekends ago at Slam Dunk North & South 🤘

Here are some shots from Slam Dunk North featuring our Sonic Stage and 16m domes in action.

Always a pleasure being part of such an incredible weekend ⚡

Slam Dunk Festival

🚧 WE’RE HIRING - EXPERIENCED YARD OPERATIVES 🚧Acorn, one of the UK’s leading staging and structures providers, is lookin...
28/05/2026

🚧 WE’RE HIRING - EXPERIENCED YARD OPERATIVES 🚧

Acorn, one of the UK’s leading staging and structures providers, is looking for experienced Yard Operatives to join our team at our HQ in Sherburn in Elmet.

We work on some of the UK’s biggest events and productions including:
🏟 London 2012 Olympics
🎪 Creamfields Festival
🎶 BBC Proms
🏎 Formula E
⛳ The Open Championship
🏁 Goodwood Festival of Speed
… and many more.

We’re looking for hardworking, practical individuals with experience in areas such as:
🔨 Joinery / woodworking
⚙ Welding & fabrication
🎨 Paint spraying
💡 Electrical equipment & PAT testing
⛺ PVC / marquee materials
🚛 Loading & unloading equipment
🛠 General yard operations

Experience in scaffolding, construction or the events industry is beneficial.

✅ Full-time position
✅ Fast-paced working environment
✅ Training & development opportunities
✅ Immediate starts available

If you want to work on major UK events with a growing company, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now - email us [email protected] or message us directly for more information.

Building stages and structures requires skill, and last week our teams have continued developing theirs through speciali...
20/05/2026

Building stages and structures requires skill, and last week our teams have continued developing theirs through specialist training - from Forklift & Moffett certification to advanced working at height courses.

At Acorn, we continually invest in our people to ensure every event is delivered safely, professionally, and to the highest standard.
Because great events start with great training. 💪🎪

🚛 WE’RE HIRING – HGV CLASS 1 DRIVER 🚛📍 Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds🎪 Join the team behind some of the UK’s biggest live even...
09/05/2026

🚛 WE’RE HIRING – HGV CLASS 1 DRIVER 🚛
📍 Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds
🎪 Join the team behind some of the UK’s biggest live events

Acorn Event Structures are looking for experienced and hardworking HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our growing team.

This is NOT just a driving job - we’re looking for hands-on team players who are happy to get involved loading/unloading vehicles, supporting in the yard, and helping crews on-site at festivals, concerts, sporting events, and live productions across the UK.

✅ Class 1 (C+E) Licence Required
✅ CPC & Digital Tacho Essential
✅ Immediate Start Available
✅ Varied, Exciting Work
✅ Nights Out Allowance

If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and want to be part of delivering world-class live events, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now or message us directly for more information.

Safety is always a priority for us. We’re proud to have installed an AED defibrillator at our main yard and office, alon...
01/05/2026

Safety is always a priority for us. We’re proud to have installed an AED defibrillator at our main yard and office, alongside a team where a high percentage are first aid trained - helping us create a safer environment for everyone we work with.

Before the outdoor event season begins, our onsite crew at Acorn are back in training - completing essential ESITS cours...
19/04/2026

Before the outdoor event season begins, our onsite crew at Acorn are back in training - completing essential ESITS courses to keep us at the forefront of safe event structure installations.

At Acorn, training is part of who we are. We invest in every team member to ensure the highest standards across every project.

Our Co-founder & CEO, Andy Nutter, continues to push for higher industry standards, with a clear vision: making safety certifications a requirement for site access, just as they are in other sectors.

🚧 We’re Hiring: Storesperson – Join Acorn Event Structures! 🎪At Acorn Event Structures, we’re proud to be one of the UK’...
15/04/2026

🚧 We’re Hiring: Storesperson – Join Acorn Event Structures! 🎪
At Acorn Event Structures, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading suppliers of temporary structures and staging for major festivals and live events across the UK and Europe. From large-scale productions to touring shows, we help bring events to life.
If you enjoy a fast-paced environment, like taking ownership, and want to play a key role behind the scenes of some of the biggest live events — we want to hear from you!

📦 The Role: Storesperson
We’re looking for a reliable and proactive Storesperson to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role includes flexibility, with one evening per week and participation in a weekend rota.

🔧 What You’ll Be Doing
• Managing stock levels of consumables (paint, fuel, PPE, fixings, etc.)
• Monitoring and reordering stock for Yard and Event projects
• Liaising with Yard, Project, and Operations teams
• Booking stock in/out and maintaining accurate records
• Tracking tools and equipment using internal systems
• Keeping the storeroom organised, clean, and efficient
• Handling goods inwards and dispatch
• Improving stock control systems and processes

✅ What We’re Looking For
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Hands-on, proactive approach (yard-based role)
• Experience in stores/warehouse environments
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Comfortable in a fast-paced setting
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Construction or live events experience (a bonus!)
• Basic Sage/Excel knowledge (advantageous)
• Forklift licence (preferred)
• Full UK driving licence

💰 What You’ll Get
• £14–£17 per hour (depending on experience)
• Company pension (3% or salary exchange)
• 21 days holiday + bank holidays
• Extra holiday with length of service
• Bike2Work scheme 🚴
• Flexible working (where possible)

⏰ Working Hours
• Full-time, permanent
• Standard hours: 07:45 – 17:15
• Seasonal flexibility required

👉 Interested? Apply now or get in touch to find out more!
Be part of the team that helps power some of the UK’s biggest live events. 🎤

Have you locked in your staging plans for 2026? 🎪🎶As summer approaches, the Acorn team is busy working with clients to f...
12/04/2026

Have you locked in your staging plans for 2026? 🎪🎶

As summer approaches, the Acorn team is busy working with clients to finalise staging for festivals, concerts, and stadium tours across the season.

There’s still limited availability remaining this year, and our experienced sales team are on hand to share their knowledge and help you choose the right solution for your event.

From small setups to large-scale productions, we’ve got you covered - offering stages of all sizes, along with decking and grandstand seating solutions.

Let’s build something incredible. 🎤✨

📸 Credits
Image 1 - Bearded Theory & Izzy Challoner
Image 2 - Sam Fender & Milan Ceran
Image 3 - Futuresound & Eddy Maynard
Image 4 - Victorious Festival
Image 5 - Creamfields & D Sargent

Andy, Rebecca, Toby and Neal had a fantastic evening at the Event Production Awards 2026 on Friday.We’re proud to share ...
15/03/2026

Andy, Rebecca, Toby and Neal had a fantastic evening at the Event Production Awards 2026 on Friday.

We’re proud to share that we were Highly Commended in the Legacy Award category.

Congratulations to all the winners and nominees - it’s an honour to be recognised alongside so many outstanding organisations in the industry.

🚨 WE’RE HIRING - STOREPERSON 🚨📍 Stillingfleet | Immediate StartAcorn Event Structures, one of the UK’s leading staging &...
01/03/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING - STOREPERSON 🚨
📍 Stillingfleet | Immediate Start

Acorn Event Structures, one of the UK’s leading staging & temporary structure suppliers, is expanding - and we need a hands-on, organised Storeperson to take charge of stock, tools, fuel, and consumables in our busy depot.

💷 £14-£17/hr | 🕒 7:45-17:15 (flexible) | 📅 Evening & weekend rota
✅ Full-time, permanent | Fast-paced role with real responsibility

If you’re proactive, reliable and ready to make an impact from day one - apply now, email us [email protected] or message us directly!

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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