Marquee Wedding Venues
Marquee wedding venues offer flexible indoor-outdoor space for weddings of all sizes. Some venues have permanent marquees, while others provide outdoor space for temporary marquees, tipis or stretch tents. From country estates to hotels with extended reception space, marquee weddings give couples more flexibility over layouts, styling and catering.
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Somerley House Wedding Venue
Escape to the charm of Somerley House, a stunning Hampshire wedding venue nestled amidst breathtaking parkland.
Nothe Fort Wedding Venue
Say "I do" with breathtaking harbour views at Nothe Fort, Dorset. Discover more.
Severndroog Castle Wedding Venue
Say "I do" with breathtaking views at Severndroog Castle. Discover more.
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Selby Bowling Club Wedding Venue
Selby Bowling Club: a unique North Yorkshire venue for your special day.
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Shoreditch Studios Wedding Venue
Beautiful exposed brick railway arch warehouse
Chalkney Water Meadows Marquee
Discover an idyllic sanctuary at Chalkney Water Meadows for a wedding that transcends the ordinary.
Gisburne Park Estate Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' surrounded by Lancashire's splendour at Gisburne Park Estate. Discover more.
East Afton Farmhouse - Tapnell Farm Wedding Venue
Say "I do" in rustic Isle of Wight charm. Discover East Afton Farmhouse for your dream wedding.
Swanton Morley House Wedding Venue
Norfolk's Swanton Morley House & Gardens: Your dream wedding venue awaits.
Dulwich Picture Gallery Wedding Venue
A stunning historic South London wedding venue
The Holford Estate Wedding Venue
Cheshire's Holford Estate: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.
Holiday Inn Dumfries
For a picturesque and unforgettable Scottish wedding, discover Holiday Inn Dumfries.
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Hogarths Hotel Wedding Venue
Solihull's Hogarths Hotel: Your perfect West Midlands wedding venue. Discover more.
Hazel Brow Wedding Venue
Discover Hazel Brow in Richmond, a luxurious wedding venue nestled in the heart of the picturesque Yorkshire Dales.
Stokes Farm Barn Wedding Venue
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The Brigands Inn
Say "I do" surrounded by breathtaking Snowdonia. Discover The Brigands Inn.
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Roundoak Woodland Weddings and Events
Kent couples: Say "I do" surrounded by nature's beauty at Roundoak Woodland Weddings.
Cinnamon Kitchen Wedding Venue
Planning a unique East London wedding? Discover Cinnamon Kitchen.
Dunedin Country House Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' surrounded by Yorkshire charm at Dunedin Country House. Discover more.
An Grianan Hotel
An Grianan Hotel: County Londonderry's perfect wedding venue. Discover more.
Cambo Estate
A stunning, Scottish country estate for your dream wedding close to the beach
Cissbury Wedding Venue
For a Sussex wedding venue that combines rustic charm with modern amenities, explore Cissbury Barns today!
Left Bank Village Wedding Venue
Planning a Herefordshire wedding? Discover Left Bank Village's unique charm.
McArthur Manor
Make your wedding unforgettable! McArthur Manor offers exclusive hire, stunning grounds & space for up to 120 guests
Cottrell Park
Discover Cottrell Park Golf Club, a picturesque wedding venue nestled amidst rolling hills and verdant greenery in the heart of the Vale of Glamorgan.
Cefn Tilla Court
In the heart of the enchanting Welsh countryside, Cefn Tilla Court provides a timeless backdrop for your wedding day
Rookery Meadow Wedding Venue
Enchanting Norfolk wedding venue, Rookery Meadow, awaits. Discover more.
Why choose a marquee wedding venue?
Marquee wedding venues are popular with couples looking for flexible indoor-outdoor space and more freedom over the style of their wedding. Some venues have permanent marquees within their grounds, while others offer outdoor space where couples can hire a marquee for the wedding reception.
Hotels and country estates may also use temporary marquees to extend dining or evening reception space, particularly for larger weddings. Marquee weddings are popular with couples wanting more flexibility over seating layouts, entertainment areas and catering styles that may not fit within a traditional indoor venue space.
Couples planning a temporary marquee setup may also want to explore wedding marquees and tipi suppliers, alongside land for hire and festival wedding venues with space for outdoor receptions.
What to consider when booking a marquee wedding venue
When comparing marquee wedding venues, couples should check whether the marquee is permanent, included within the venue hire or needs to be arranged separately. Some venues provide flooring, lighting, furniture and catering facilities, while others offer open grounds where couples can hire their own marquee and suppliers.
It is also important to consider guest capacity, parking, power supply, toilet facilities and wet weather options, particularly for outdoor receptions and temporary marquee setups.
Couples looking for a more formal garden setting may also want to explore orangery wedding venues, which combine natural light and outdoor views with a permanent indoor structure.
Marquee Wedding Venue FAQs
Not always. Some marquee wedding venues include a permanent marquee within the hire cost, while others only provide outdoor space where couples can arrange a marquee separately. Many venues can also recommend marquee suppliers they regularly work with.
Not necessarily. While marquee weddings can offer more flexibility, couples may need to budget separately for items such as flooring, generators, toilets, lighting and furniture depending on what the venue includes.
Yes, if the wedding venue is licensed for civil ceremonies and the marquee is included within that licence. If you are hiring private land or a field for your marquee wedding, you may need to hold the legal ceremony elsewhere before using the marquee for the reception or celebrations.
Some wedding venues have permanent marquees already installed within their grounds, often used for larger receptions. Other venues provide outdoor space where couples can hire temporary marquees, sailcloth marquees, stretch tents, tipis or yurts depending on the style of wedding and the size of the guest list.
Most professional wedding marquees are designed to handle typical British weather conditions, including rain and wind. Couples should still discuss wet weather plans with the venue, particularly for guest access, heating, parking and outdoor areas.
Some marquee wedding venues offer on-site accommodation within the main venue, while others may recommend nearby hotels, cottages or guest houses for wedding guests. Venues with larger outdoor space may also allow glamping tents, tipis or camping areas so guests can stay on-site after the reception.