July 31, 2023
Marquee
· Wedding
Where to Put A Wedding Marquee
Choosing the right position for your marquee is an important part of ensuring you maximise the potential of your site and that all the logistical elements of the wedding come together on the day. We are often asked about what our team will check for on a site visit in terms of the marquees location. We have summarised the most important considerations below:
"For maximum visual impact on arrival your guests should approach the marquee from the front or at a slight angle."
Practicalities
- Is the available space big enough for a marquee? As a rough guide, for 100 seated guests with room for dancing you will need an approximate minimum area of 25m x 20m.
- Is the ground flat and level enough for a marquee? As very few sites are perfectly flat, some level of unevenness and slope is to be expected but of course the flatter, the better. It is possible that either a hard floor, or in extreme cases, a levelled platform floor may be required.
- Is the site well drained; or is there a risk of flooding?
Is there good access to the site for your suppliers, your guests and in case of emergency? - Is there a nearby drop off point for you and your guests and adequate parking?
- Is there provision on site for facilities such as toilets, electrical supply and catering?
- Most couples prefer for the facilities such as generators, catering tents etc to be behind the marquee noting that white canvas walls along the back wall of the marquee can be used to screen the facilities and work areas.
Safety
- All pole tents are secured to the ground using long metal stakes so it’s essential to check that no underground services such as cables or pipes will be affected.
- The center king poles rise up to around 8-10 metres and have metal fittings so consider the position of any overhead power lines.
Aesthetics
- For maximum visual impact on arrival your guests should approach the marquee from the front or at a slight angle.
- Ideally, position the angle of the marquee and/or the clear walls to take advantage of a view.
- Consider the position of the sun in your chosen location and whether you will have a spill out lounge area that can make the most of the sunlight or a sunset.
We will guide you through every step in selecting a location for your wedding marquee. We offer an obligation free site visit where we can talk you through these tips and tricks to help you maximise your location! We believe there’s no better way to mark life’s milestones than by celebrating in a marquee. You have the flexibility to do things your way and to choose every detail of the look and feel of the day. Time taken in the planning where to put your wedding marquee will never be wasted and when you need us, we’re always on hand to help.
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