Top 10 Reasons to Hire a Marquee for Your Wedding

Planning a wedding is an exciting journey, and choosing the perfect venue is one of the most important decisions

Planning a Summer or Winter Wedding? Fairytale Marquees provide 10 reasons to hire a marquee Planning a wedding is an exciting journey, and choosing the perfect venue is one of the most important decisions. A marquee wedding offers flexibility, elegance, and a unique atmosphere that many traditional venues cannot match. Here are the top 10 reasons to consider hiring a marquee for your wedding: Flexibility in Location – Whether you want a countryside backdrop, a beachside ceremony, or even a garden wedding at home, a marquee allows you to celebrate anywhere. Customisable Space – Unlike fixed venues, a marquee can be tailored to your exact needs, from layout and décor to seating arrangements and dance floors. Weatherproof – With options for heating, air conditioning, and waterproof coverings, marquees can keep guests comfortable in any season. Exclusive Use – You won’t have to share your space with other events or worry about time restrictions from a venue. Capacity Control – Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, marquees come in various sizes to accommodate your guest list. Personalised Decoration – You can fully design your marquee to reflect your wedding theme and vision, from floral arrangements to lighting and table settings. Catering Freedom – Many venues require you to use their catering, but with a marquee, you have the freedom to choose your own caterers and menus. Outdoor Experience with Comfort – Enjoy the beauty of an outdoor setting with the convenience of shelter, keeping your guests protected from unexpected weather changes. Cost-Effective – Marquees often provide better value for money than traditional venues, allowing you to allocate your budget to other key wedding elements. Unique & Memorable Atmosphere – A marquee wedding creates a truly bespoke and unforgettable experience for both the couple and their guests. Wedding Marquee Checklist To ensure your marquee wedding goes smoothly, here’s a checklist to help with planning: ✅ Choose your marquee size and style (traditional, petal pole, clear span, stretch tent, etc.) ✅ Select a suitable location and check for necessary permissions ✅ Book a reputable marquee hire company well in advance ✅ Arrange flooring, lighting, and heating/cooling solutions ✅ Plan seating and table layouts ✅ Organise power supply for lighting, catering, and entertainment ✅ Consider restroom facilities for guests ✅ Decide on catering arrangements and storage for food & drinks ✅ Arrange decorations, flowers, and furniture ✅ Check you have suitable insurance cover   By choosing a marquee for your wedding, you’ll have the freedom to create a truly personal and magical day. If you need expert advice or a marquee hire service, get in touch with us today! See us in action Why Choose Us? WHAT MAKES FAIRYTALE MARQUEES SPECIAL? As a family run business started in Potton in Bedfordshire, we have amassed 20 Years' of experience. We are the go-to safe hands in the industry, for hassle free and professional marquee hire. Over the years we have worked for hundreds of private clients in Biggleswade, Sandy, Bedford and surrounding towns and villages. We have also served the film industry, Stately Homes, Cambridge Colleges and even a celebrity or two. We are happy to share our wealth of knowledge and guide you through the do's and don'ts of a marquee wedding.  We have amassed a large selection of marquees and accessories to cater for most clients' tastes and needs. Feel free to browse our online shop for more information. ACCESSORIES WHAT ACCESSORIES CAN I HAVE WITH A MARQUEE? To complement your marquee hire we offer a comprehensive selection of marquee lighting, furniture, heating and decoration to complement and enhance your wedding, winter event or garden party marquee hire. Please visit our online shop and have a browse through our catalogue. Click here CONTACT 01480 700632 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.