Tents and Events Marquees for all occasions

Our most frequently asked questions
regarding party marquee hire

A marquee offers a bespoke venue for a party or celebration

A marquee offers a great bespoke venue for a party. It can be suitably dressed for any occasion and we have been lucky enough to be part of some very special parties over the years. Some of the most memorable feature in our Case Studies and include a fabulous Bar Mitzvah, James Bond Theme 40th Birthday, an 18th Birthday Beach Party, a Wild West themed night together some classic events for special anniversaries.

Site Factors

We can include a range of ballast options for marquees that are not sited in fields or grass such as paving stones, and decked areas.  For sites that are on grass we can provide ground protection to get all our equipment on site to avoid causing damage.

We will endeavour to install a marquee to meet the needs of the clients. Over the years we have had some challenges e.g. using our steel sub-based floors to build over outdoor ponds or on particularly sloping sites. A quick site visit can normally assess the feasibility.

All our marquees are modern Clearspan Style and come in a variety of sizes. Our smaller 6m and 9m wide units are built up in 3m increments and have an internal eaves height of 2.4m. This is the most common size for family events and are ideal up to guest numbers of around 120.

We have many years experience of sizing marquees and we like to ensure that there is enough room to accommodate all guests throughout the event. Once we know the type and style of party and whether a formal seating and dance area is required or whether it is a less formal finger buffet event, we can suggest a suitable size.

Our standard package for a classic finish would include the marquee (sized to suit), floor (again style to suit the site), formal doors, kitchen area (if required), pleated ivory lining, white globe chandelier lighting, heating and internal power distribution (sockets for catering, bar, phone charging, other features).

There are a variety of upgrades available to the internal finish e.g. star cloth ceilings, a range of lighting features including full entertainment/dance floor lighting with operator.

More major upgrades would be the inclusion of additional function areas e.g. a separate chill-out area, bar or night club area.

Yes, there is no reason for marquees not to be used throughout the year, however, it is always wise to respect the weather and look at the site factors.

If a site is particularly exposed to prevailing winds then it is always best to have a Plan B in place as a contingency.

Nowadays marquee heating is so effective that it is possible to keep guests warm throughout the colder months. We do not charge per heating unit supplied (only for the amount of fuel used) so in the colder weather we put in more heaters, spread throughout the marquee and a back up unit is always on site.

Yes, we are happy for clients to add their own extra decor such as lanterns, bunting etc. We can also recommend some venue dressers that can transform the interior of the marquee into a themed event.

We don’t own toilets but have many years experience so can make the arrangements on your behalf. If budget allows or parties are in the colder months then it can be wise to have the toilet trailers housed within the marquee. This area can be a simply marquee roof or can be fully finished as an integrated part of the function area.

Our lighting and heating requires very little electricity and this can normally be drawn from a nearby building/house. However, depending on the catering requirements, a generator may be required.

Within our quotations we always allow to undertake any necessary power distribution.

A marquee can be erected almost anywhere although a flat, level, grassy site with good vehicle access is ideal and would be the most cost effective. It is still possible to install marquees on difficult sites since specialised flooring systems and trackway can combat most site issues although there would often be cost implications.

 

We will endeavour to install a marquee to meet the needs of the clients.  Over the years we have had some challenges e.g. using our steel sub-based floors to build over outdoor ponds or on particularly sloping sites.  A quick site visit can normally assess the feasibility.

It is difficult to advise on how early a booking needs to be made. Peak summer dates can sell quickly but most marquee companies are able to service several weddings each weekend.

If you have received a quote and are considering a date then it would be wise to keep the marquee company informed as they can always let you know when a date is selling out and give you the chance to secure it if you wish.

Early and late season dates are often available at much shorter notice.

Our lighting and heating requires very little electricity which can normally be drawn from a nearby building/house.

However, depending on the catering requirements, a generator may be required. We would always recommend a second generator as a stand by unit due to the importance of a wedding day. Within our quotations we always allow to undertake any necessary power distribution.

We aim to be as flexible as possible with every client and the install/removal will depend on where and when your event takes place.

If the marquee is to be installed in your garden then there is obviously more flexibility than at a venue who will have other events during the surrounding days.

The cost will depend on the size and internal finish of the structure and how complex the build might be. We have packages available from around £1000 + VAT.

All our quotations contain a copy of our current Terms and Conditions which include our payment and cancellation terms. 

Yes, we can provide a wide range of bar counters and furniture options for parties to suit a variety of budgets.
As long as you are not running a cash bar and that all alcohol is provided to guests free of charge of it is a BYOB event then a licence is not required.
Our steel sub-base floors can bridge the gap between a patio and grass to level out any height differences.
Marquees can be installed on garden decking but it would depend on the size and whether there are any restrictions such as balustrades as our marquees need secured at footplates and not “tied on” to structures.
Potentially yes. It depends on the space available and on the assumption that there are no overhangs on the building that would impact the marquee installation. Sometimes a photo sent across can help ascertain without a full site survey.

We have a wide range of lighting packages available. See our marquee lighting brochure.

It depends on the type of party as to whether you need an area for your caterer. If it is something simple then it may be they can use the kitchen in the house. So buffet items can be stored and brought into the marquee from the house. If it is a much larger party, with hot food or a served dinner then you would probably need a catering area incorporated.
We don’t mind how often you use the marquee when you have it on hire. We can liaise over removal dates to accommodate your plans.
We don’t mind decorations being hung from the linings as long as they are not damaged. There are fixing wires at eaves height around the sides of the marquee but anything on the actual ceiling would require plastic crocodile clips and would have to be very light weight e.g. paper lanterns.
It very much depends on the type of party. It can get chilly on a summer evening when the sun goes down. So if it is an important party where the guests are all dressed in summer clothes you might want to include heating. If it is an afternoon party just for a couple of hours and you are trying to keep costs down then you may.
You can certainly have a marquee without a floor and it would depend on the type of event as to whether it would be appropriate. A marquee floor can help to retain the heat and in very wet weather without a floor you are more likely to get water creeping in the sides (or running through the marquee if the patio is not completely level). But often for a very informal party it is not a problem.

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