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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Best Western Plus Pinewood on Wilmslow
Cheshire weddings: Stylish "I dos" at Best Western Pinewood, Wilmslow. Discover more.
Arley Hall and Gardens Wedding Venue
Indulge in a fairytale wedding amidst the opulent gardens and magnificent charm of Arley Hall in the heart of Cheshire.
Buckatree Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
Buckatree Hall Hotel. Nestled in the picturesque Shropshire countryside, our enchanting venue offers a perfect backdrop for your special day.
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Best Western Plus West Retford Hotel
Planning your Nottinghamshire wedding? Discover the Best Western Plus West Retford Hotel.
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Margam Orangery
Beautiful Orangery in the Welsh Countryside
Bartle Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
Bartle Hall Hotel, an exclusive wedding venue offers a picturesque setting and exceptional service to create your dream day.
The Hanmer Arms
Wrexham's Hanmer Arms: a charming place of worship for your perfect day.
Fontwell Park Wedding Venue
Sussex wedding? Fontwell Park offers a unique and stylish setting. Discover more.
Innes House
Innes House, Moray: Your dream Scottish wedding venue.
Sparth House Hotel Wedding Venue
Create your dream wedding in the stunning surroundings of Sparth House Hotel, an exclusive-use venue nestled in the heart of Lancashire.
West House Country Hotel
Plan your dream wedding at West House Country Hotel, a picturesque venue nestled in the heart of the Vale of Glamorgan.
Howfield Manor Wedding Venue
Kent couples: discover Howfield Manor, a stunning wedding venue for your special day.
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Horton Grange Country House Wedding Venue
Grade II listed Country House
Moor Park Golf Club Wedding Venue
Say "I do" in Moor Park's stunning setting. Discover more.
Lytham Hall Wedding Venue
Lytham Hall: Exquisite Lancashire elegance for your perfect wedding day.
Westone Manor Hotel Wedding Venue
Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Westone Manor Hotel for an unforgettable wedding day filled with charm and sophistication.
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Farmers Arms Wedding Venue
Planning your Somerset wedding? Discover the Farmers Arms, a unique Bristol & Somerset venue.
MK Hotel Wedding Venue
Have an unforgettable wedding day at Delta by Marriott, Milton Keynes
The Trout Hotel Wedding Venue
Plan your dream Lake District wedding at The Trout Hotel, a stunning venue amidst the captivating beauty of Cumbria.
The Fieldhead Hotel Wedding Venue
Discover The Fieldhead Hotel, an exquisite traditional country pub wedding venue where dreams of love and matrimony intertwine.
Hillbark Hotel & Spa Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' in style at Hillbark Hotel & Spa, Merseyside. Discover your dream wedding venue.
Storrs Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
Grade ll Georgian Mansion Hotel Wedding Venue in the Lake District
Holiday Inn Doncaster Wedding Venue
Plan your perfect day in style with Holiday Inn Doncaster, offering a stunning budget-friendly wedding venue in South Yorkshire.
Lingfield Park Wedding Venue
Surrey's Lingfield Park: a unique wedding venue. Discover more.
Grove Golf Club
Celebrate your special day in style at Grove Golf Club, a picturesque wedding venue nestled in the heart of Bridgend.
The Tunnel House Wedding Venue
Gloucestershire's unique Tunnel House: enchanting weddings with a difference.
The West Arms Hotel
Wrexham weddings: Discover The West Arms Hotel's unique charm.
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.