Over the past few years, wedding venues have been going through a recession, for obvious reasons (cough COVID!). There is also less funding to be put into nighttime entertainment as people tend to spend everything on their weddings themselves these days. In times like these, you need to start thinking outside of the box and consider what works well for your guests. In this day and age, people don’t want exhibitions or bake sales – they don’t even want to stand in a big hall with rows upon rows of chairs lined up in front of them expecting everyone else to sit down! What does work now is…well…anything! Anything that creates an experience for your guests will play a huge part in keeping them happy and entertained! That’s where a marquee can help.

The marquees themselves can be decorated with fairy lights, bunting and chandeliers to create a fun and magical atmosphere while still maintaining some form of class. You can even add your own home comforts like blankets and hot water bottles if it’s winter! A marquee will always warm up throughout the evening and provide plenty of seating for guests.

For weddings, it is important for you that there are enough toilets to accommodate your guests – otherwise, it will get messy very quickly! There should never be more than one toilet per 30 people at a wedding so remember this when planning. If you’re hiring a venue that doesn’t have enough toilets, then hire some portaloos or ask permission to use the pub/clubs loos.

Marquees for hire also give you the freedom to create a beautiful venue from scratch. You have a blank canvas to add your dream flowers and decorations to make everything perfect. Marquees are also great for all kinds of events like birthdays and work parties.

Marquees are the most versatile type of outdoor venue. They’re perfect for weddings, especially in the summer months, as they can often be set up on any flat piece of land. This means if you love having your wedding outdoors – but are stuck on where to have it – then a marquee could solve all your problems! You can turn an ordinary garden into something spectacular! But make sure you book early to avoid disappointment.

Camping is always a popular festival option, and marquees are not only practical but also provide shelter from the cold or rain at night time. That means you’ll never get wet sleeping bags or damp equipment on site again! Another great way to utilise marquees is by using them as a storage container for all your equipment on site. Just make sure you get one big enough to hold it all! It can be a great space saver while setting up the night before, and also means everything will be neatly stored away if you want to pack down early.

Marquees are not only good for weddings or festivals though. They are perfect spaces for corporate events too, especially when they need some sort of shelter from the rain or sun. Think about having fun team building sessions in your marquee, with games like treasure hunts! Not only does this keep everyone entertained, but it also gives them an opportunity to bond over their shared experiences and enjoy themselves.