Affordable gown hire for uk universities
Served 50,000+ Graduates Across the UK — Full Gown Hire from Just £30
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Best Price Guarantee
Hire or purchase your graduation attire for just £34 for a full set. All items are made to the highest quality standards and are fully appropriate for use at your ceremony
Convenient Home Delivery
All items get sent straight to your door and you can keep them for five days so you avoid the queues, save time and get photos without stressing on the day
Save The Environment
Our gowns are manufactured from 70% recycled plastic yet look the same as any other gown. We even offset the carbon emissions from importing our stock!Best Price Guarantee
Hire or purchase your graduation attire from as little as £28. All items are made to the highest quality standards and are fully appropriate for use at your ceremonyConvenient Home Delivery
All items get sent straight to your door so you avoid the queues, save time and get photos without stressing on the daySave The Environment
Our gowns are manufactured using recycled plastic yet look the same as any other gown. We also operate carbon neutralHow our gown hire service works
Group Gowning and Photography Packages
Team up with your mates and capture memories of your celebration, with the help of a professional photographer! We have partnered with photography platform, Perfocal, to offer personalised gowning and photography from just £45 per person.
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REASONS TO CHOOSE CHURCHILL GOWNS
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Full graduation gown sets with a perfect fit: our comfortable mortarboards with flexible navy or black felt feature a secure-fit elastic for a snug cap. If any items do not fit, we will replace them at no cost.
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Environmentally sustainable gowns: eco-made graduation clothes, using 70% recycled polyester, made from plastic waste, and 30% viscose for a soft, durable, high-end feel gowns.
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Convenient home delivery: nationwide delivery with hired gowns delivered straight to your door at least 2 days before your ceremony.
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At least five days hire as standard: receive the gown in advance of your ceremony to avoid on-campus queues at graduation. Then take all the photos you want, at the graduation and at home, before you have to return the gown.
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Ceremony compliance guaranteed: all our graduation attire meets the dress codes for UK universities. Our custom-coloured hoods and gowns use fabrics that are carefully matched to each university’s academic dress standards.
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Trusted by thousands: trusted by thousands of students and dozens of university associations and institutions across the UK.
How Our Gown Hire Works
Hiring your graduation gown with Churchill Gowns is simple, reliable, and completely student-friendly. It all starts with selecting the correct gown, hood, and cap that match your university’s academic dress code and your specific degree.
Whether you’re graduating with a diploma, bachelor’s, master’s or PhD, we help you choose the right graduation attire every time.
Next, you’ll enter your ceremony date during checkout. This allows us to time delivery precisely so that your full graduation cap and gown set arrives at least two days before the big day, giving you peace of mind and time to prep.
When your parcel arrives, you’ll find everything you need: your gown, hood, and cap all ready to wear. Step on stage with confidence or strike a perfect photo with your commencement cap and gown, knowing your outfit is both smart and compliant with your university’s dress code.
Returning your University gown is just as easy. We include a prepaid return bag and label with every hire, so once your celebrations are over, you can drop it off within two days, no printing, no post office queue, no stress.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I hire a graduation gown from Churchill Gowns?
You simply select your university and degree, choose your ceremony date, and hire your graduation gown online. We deliver your full cap and gown set to your door.
2. Can I buy my graduation gown instead of hiring?
Yes! You can purchase your full graduation cap and gown set if you'd like to keep it. It’s perfect for keepsakes, extra ceremonies, or photography sessions.
3. What does a Churchill Gowns hire package include?
Each hire package includes your gown, mortarboard (cap), and hood, all designed to match your university’s official graduation attire specifications.
4. Do your gowns match university dress codes?
Yes. Every graduation gown we offer is tailored to conform to university dress codes. We match styles, colours, and fabrics to each university’s regulations. No affiliation, just accuracy.
5. Are Churchill Gowns sustainable?
Absolutely. Each gown is made using 70% recycled polyester (from plastic bottles) and 30% viscose for a soft, durable finish, combining style with sustainability.
6. How far in advance will I receive my graduation gown?
We deliver your gown and cap at least two days before your graduation, so you have time to check the fit and take photos in advance.
7. What happens if my gown doesn't fit?
If your graduation gown doesn’t fit as expected, we’ll replace it at no extra cost. Our sizing guide also helps you choose the right size first time.
8. Can I return my gown after the ceremony?
Yes, just use the prepaid return label included in your package. We recommend posting your gown back within two days of your celebration.
9. What makes your graduation clothing different?
Our graduation clothes are eco-friendly, precisely colour-matched to university standards, and delivered with zero stress. Plus, they’re often more affordable than on-campus suppliers.
10. Do I have to wear a cap and gown to my ceremony?
Most UK universities require graduates to wear academic dress that meets their ceremony dress codes, which typically includes a gown, hood, and mortarboard. Our sets are designed to conform to these requirements.
11. Do you offer gowns for foundation, bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD levels?
Yes, we supply gowns and hoods for all degree levels. Your graduation outfit will be tailored to match your qualification and university colours.
12. Is Churchill Gowns affiliated with UK universities?
No. We are an independent supplier. However, our graduation gowns are made to match university specifications and are appropriate for official use at UK ceremonies.
13. Can I wear my Churchill Gown to the official university ceremony?
Yes. All our graduation attire is designed to be compliant with university dress codes, meaning you’ll blend in seamlessly during the ceremony and in photos.
14. Do you ship to all parts of the UK?
Yes, we offer nationwide delivery. No matter where in the UK you are, your University gown and graduation cap will arrive on time for your big day.
15. Do you offer group discounts for gown hire?
We do! If you and your friends are looking to hire gowns for graduation together, get in touch for a custom quote on group orders.