Marquee hire and assembly guides
Straight answers on cost, methods and what to expect.
How much does marquee hire cost in the UK? (2026 guide)
Typical 2026 UK prices for party, wedding and event marquees by size, plus flooring, lining, heating and other extras.
What size marquee do I need? Guest numbers and layout guide
How to work out marquee size from guest numbers, with space allowances for dining, standing receptions, dance floors and bars.
Frame marquee or traditional pole marquee? Pros, cons and costs
A plain comparison of frame and traditional pole marquees covering look, ground needs, space and cost.
How to choose a marquee hire company: questions to ask and red flags
What to check before booking a marquee hire company in the UK, from site visits and safety documents to what a quote should include and the warning signs.
Marquee safety in the UK: wind, fire, anchoring and the rules that apply
A plain guide to marquee safety in the UK, covering BS EN 13782, MUTA guidance, fire safety law, wind limits, anchoring and underground services.
Marquee wedding planning timeline: from booking to take-down
A month-by-month timeline for planning a UK marquee wedding, including when to book, site visits, supplier coordination and what happens on build and take-down days.
Marquee extras explained: power, toilets, heating and lighting
How to plan power, toilets, heating, lighting and walkways for a UK marquee event, with rules of thumb on quantities and what each typically costs.
Preparing your garden or field for a marquee: before, during and after
How to get a garden, lawn or field ready for a marquee in the UK, including access, ground checks, buried services, slopes and lawn recovery afterwards.