Shires Crane Hire

Shires Crane Hire Shires Crane Hire is based in Chesterfield, Derbyshire. The company was established in 1972. The fabricated mould had to be turned over, using two of our cranes.

We can provide crane hire Nationwide. Shires Crane Hire is based in Chesterfield, Derbyshire and has been in the crane hire industry for over 40 years. Our main business is crane hire, with CITB qualified drivers responsible for operating cranes from 15 to 70 tonnes in capacity. In addition, our dedicated personnel, many of whom are also qualifie

d Slinger/Signallers and Appointed Persons can plan, organise and supervise lifts under 'contract lift' conditions. Shires Crane Hire also offer a machinery removal and installation service providing a wide range of equipment to cater for various types of workshop machinery including injection moulding machines, lathes and overhead cranes. With crane repairs and testing, including the complete rebuilding and examination of equipment carried out by trained engineers, as well as the sale of second-hand cranes, Shires Crane Hire is the "one stop shop" when it comes to cranes. It is this, together with an impeccable safety record and reputation for providing an efficient, reliable, competitive service, why our Company has maintained an excellent working relationship with the whole spectrum of clients from single boat owners to large engineering companies and The Devonshires at Chatsworth House, where we installed the Millenium Stone. Shires Crane Hire played an important role in Thorntons Chocolates world record attempt for the largest chocolate bar. Once on the ground, one of the cranes lifted the lid of the mould to reveal the largest chocolate bar in the world. We were very happy to be involved and worked very well with Thorntons staff.

Another week another job underway earlier this week, substation steel erecting! 💪 Teamwork makes the dream work! Crane H...
11/06/2026

Another week another job underway earlier this week, substation steel erecting! 💪

Teamwork makes the dream work!

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04/06/2026

Another day in the life of Arla, another task was to clear up the yard. But then a traffic cone was more interesting until a stick became prime focus 😆

Never a dull moment with this beauty keeping everyone at Shires Crane Hire in check along with Chester of course 😀

Happy Thursday everyone 🙌

Another day another lift by This time one of our cranes are in action to assist with some roof work 🏗Together we get th...
03/06/2026

Another day another lift by

This time one of our cranes are in action to assist with some roof work 🏗

Together we get the job done ✔️ 💪

🌐 www.shirescranehire.co.uk
📍 Chesterfield, Derbyshire
📲 01246 452296
📧[email protected]

25/05/2026

Happy belated bank holiday monday everyone 🌞

Hands up whose definitely had to much sun?

Dont forget tomorrow is Tuesday and its friday in 4 days....How good does that sound?

Here are some recent lifts carried out by our experienced crane operators 🏗

Contact us for any lifting requirements you may have 🙌

🌐 www.shirescranehire.co.uk
📍 Chesterfield, Derbyshire
📲 01246 452296
📧[email protected]

One of our crane drivers was on the wind up today .... the boss was not impressed! And firmly believes in this scenario ...
21/05/2026

One of our crane drivers was on the wind up today .... the boss was not impressed!

And firmly believes in this scenario that AI can AI off 😂😂

🌐 www.shirescranehire.co.uk
📍 Chesterfield, Derbyshire
📲 01246 452296
📧[email protected]

Happy Monday everyone 🏗Who needs a lift this week, month, or maybe next month?We are here to help, contact us today to b...
18/05/2026

Happy Monday everyone 🏗

Who needs a lift this week, month, or maybe next month?

We are here to help, contact us today to book in those much needed crane lifts, exper knowledge and friendly staff, shires crane hire are here to help 😀

Have a wonderful monday and week everyone 😊

🌐 www.shirescranehire.co.uk
📍 Chesterfield, Derbyshire
📲 01246 452296
📧[email protected]

Just for fun friday ....Arlas dreamy thoughts...Goodness me its hardwork causing carnage in the shires crane hire office...
15/05/2026

Just for fun friday ....

Arlas dreamy thoughts...Goodness me its hardwork causing carnage in the shires crane hire office all day, I think ill have a nap 😴

Little rascals her and Chester has caused carnage in the form of sticks in the office 😂😂

Happy friday everyone 🙌

🌐 www.shirescranehire.co.uk
📍 Chesterfield, Derbyshire
📲 01246 452296
📧[email protected]

12/05/2026

Snapshot photo time of some jobs we have carried out recently 🏗

Machinery lifts
Cabin lifts
Steel frames
On site building materials
Framework
And so much more

Need a lift?

Did you know we even do hot tub lifts?

Contact us today ⬇️👇

🌐 www.shirescranehire.co.uk
📍 Chesterfield, Derbyshire
📲 01246 452296
📧[email protected]





Sunshine and blue skies for the middle of the week ....and we are nearly in May. How on earth has that happened?Midweek ...
29/04/2026

Sunshine and blue skies for the middle of the week ....and we are nearly in May.

How on earth has that happened?

Midweek lifts are in full swing, shires crane hire are always on hand for any lifts required on site or at home such as this hot tub lift 😀 up up and away it went right where the customer requested it to go.

Planning and precision at the forefront of any job we carry out.

Contact us today if you have a job in mind. We are based in Chesterfield, Derbyshire but carry our crane hire and lifting solutions all across the uk

🌐 www.shirescranehire.co.uk
📍 Chesterfield, Derbyshire
📲 01246 452296
📧[email protected]

24/04/2026

Happy friday everyone 🏗

Honestly these two rascals have been at it again. Playtime all the time for arla and Chester, never any work done, its not acceptable 😆😆

Do we allow this continue for being cute or are work sanctions needed? 😆🐕🐶

🌐 www.shirescranehire.co.uk
📍 Chesterfield, Derbyshire
📲 01246 452296
📧[email protected]

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Address

Sheepbridge Lane
Chesterfield
S419

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+441246452296

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