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Pub marquees: Government consults on extension to hospitality ‘lifeline’

September 8, 2021

Not just pub marquees, a lifeline for the hospitality industry… The UK Government is currently considering extending a scheme that has allowed pubs, cafes and restaurants to use marquees to create additional outdoor seating for customers during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Pub ...

September 1, 2021

If you’re planning a marquee event but have found yourself asking ‘ Where can I put a marquee? ’ then read on, you’ve come to the right place. In this article we highlight: Areas for general consideration when choosing your marquee location. Factors to consider when using your home or other ...

August 25, 2021

Gathering marquee quotes seems simple on the surface – call a marquee supplier, email them or even use an online calculator. BUT… If you want an accurate quote that genuinely reflects the marquee and the event that you’re planning, it’s worth putting in a little groundwork before picking up the ...

future of events How big a marquee for, Where can I put a marquee

August 18, 2021

How big a marquee for…? Good question! Marquees come in all shapes and sizes and it’s crucial that you get the right sized marquee for your event. Get it wrong and your guests could find themselves either crowded together or swimming in a large and un-atmospheric space. It isn’t always as ...

August 11, 2021

Marquees and rain: It’s been one of those summers – again! Despite the fact that most marquee events are booked for the summer months, our Great British summertime isn’t exactly reliable when it comes to the weather… Don’t worry, our marquees are waterproof and rated to withstand gusts of wind ...

August 5, 2021

Why do we have a STRESS FREE guarantee? For us, great customer service is just as important as the product that we sell; in-fact, it is all part of the same package. We don’t just design and deliver luxury marquees, we provide a complete end-to-end service that includes all of the elements ...

what is the difference between a gazebo and a marquee? How big a marquee for choose a marquee

July 29, 2021

The terms gazebos and marquees are often used interchangeably. The reality however, is that there’s a world of difference between the two types of structure. Why does it matter? It’s important to understand what type of structure is of interest to you before making enquiries into hire. There is ...

July 22, 2021

Marquee: Pronunciation /ma: ‘ki:/ Definition: A large tent used for social or commercial functions. What is a marquee? Well, the Oxford English Dictionary defines a marquee as ‘a large tent used for social or commercial functions’… True, yet a very simple description for such a versatile ...

July 14, 2021

Will a marquee damage my lawn? Whilst there’s no simple yes/no answer, the good news is that, in general, a marquee will not cause any permanent damage to a lawn. In reality, the answer is always specific to the setting and will be dependent on a number of different factors; the time of year, ...

July 7, 2021

There are a wide variety of reasons for needing temporary gym and training facilities. The weather can mean that outdoor facilities are unusable due to flooding at certain times of the year. Cold weather can leave athletes more susceptible to injury. Hot weather can be an issue too. Certain ...