AN ESTABLISHED NAME IN EQUIPMENT HIRE
When it comes to competitively priced plant hire in the Cornwall area, P R Weldhen Plant aims to become your first choice every time. With decades of expertise, our Newquay-based team of specialists is ready to supply you with the ideal equipment to handle any task, from site clearance to road surfacing.
We have invested in our fleet to ensure that we provide dependable, efficient and durable equipment, including dumpers and rollers. Our team will be more than happy to help you choose the right equipment for the task, and can even include qualified operators as part of your agreement.
P R Weldhen Plant offers long and short-term hire agreements, allowing us to be as flexible as possible when it comes to meeting your requirements.
WHY MAKE US YOUR LEADING CHOICE?
✔ Over 30 years of experience
✔ A full range of equipment on short and long-term hire
✔ Fully maintained equipment for exceptional reliability
✔ Self-drive and operated options available
✔ We also stock a range of aggregates and provide a haulage service
MEET OUR TEAM
Rundle Weldhen
Director & Owner Of The Business
Sarah Holmes
Accounts & Health & Safety
Chris Weldhen
Transport Manager & Agricultural Team Leader
Georgie Bate
Plant Co-Ordinator
Jo Byrant
Company Secretary & Accounts Payable
Mark Simmonds
Transport Co-Ordinator & Low Loaders
SAFETY AND ACCREDITATIONS THAT SPEED DECISIONS
Safety paperwork should remove obstacles, not create them. To solve this, we maintain operator qualifications and safety systems aligned with recognised standards, and we can supply insurance and method statements on request. This reassures procurement teams and helps projects move from enquiry to booking with fewer questions.
FLEET TRANSPARENCY FOR SITE MANAGERS
We present machine details and common attachments so you can check suitability before you call. Each listing explains typical use cases and delivery options, which reduces back-and-forth and gets plant on site faster. For customers needing farm equipment, we also supply agricultural machinery for seasonal and specialist tasks.
MAINTENANCE AND UPTIME GUARANTEES
Routine maintenance is scheduled to keep equipment working on site and to reduce the chance of unexpected downtime. For longer hires, we plan maintenance visits and arrange contingency support so projects continue without unnecessary interruption. When a machine needs attention, we prioritise a practical response, namely rapid assessment, on‑site repair where possible, and replacement machines when required. That operational focus is why local contractors choose a family run plant hire partner who understands the cost of delays.
LOGISTICS AND HIRE PROCESS MADE SIMPLE
We coordinate plant, transport, and operators in a single conversation. Our transport planning focuses on efficient deliveries and minimal waiting time on site. For longer engagements, we arrange scheduled maintenance and contingency support so projects stay on track. When you need a partner who handles both plant and movement, choose a reliable haulage company that understands construction rhythms.
HIRE PROCESS AND TERMS
Start with a quick enquiry by phone, email, or the online form. We confirm availability, recommend the right machine or operator, and send a clear hire agreement that outlines the hire period, delivery plan, and payment options. Agreements state who provides fuel, how cancellations are handled, and what to expect on delivery day. Operator qualifications and terms are included in the quote when an operator is required. This clarity helps procurement teams and site supervisors make decisions quickly.
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