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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The Ollerod Wedding Venue
Intimate Wedding Venue in Beaminster, Dorset.
Chedington Weddings
Plan your perfect Dorset wedding day at Chedington, a stunning manor house graced with elegance and charm.
The Langton Arms Wedding Venue
Dorset's Langton Arms: a unique place of worship for your special day. Discover more.
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Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' surrounded by Abbotsbury's breathtaking subtropical beauty. Discover more.
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Elaine has 13 years of experience working with wedding venues, and advises many of the top hotel and venue brands on their wedding marketing. She has a deep understanding of statistics that can accurately predict the online popularity of a particular venue and she is happy to share that knowledge with wedding couples and venues.
Dudsbury Golf Club Hotel Wedding Venue
Say "I do" in Dorset's idyllic Dudsbury; explore our stunning wedding venue.
Briars Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
Lancashire's Briars Hall Hotel: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.
The Glade at Rosliston Forestry Centre Wedding Venue
Say "I do" surrounded by nature's beauty at The Glade, Rosliston Forestry Centre, Derbyshire.
Langtry Manor, Bournemouth Wedding Venue
Historic Bournemouth wedding venue, Dorset.
Wootton Park Wedding Barn
Lakeside barn venue in rural Warwickshire
Woodlands Wedding Venue
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Nymans Wedding Venue
Say "I do" surrounded by the romantic beauty of Nymans, West Sussex. Discover more.
The George Hotel Wedding Venue
Wiltshire's George Hotel: Your dream wedding venue. Discover more.
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Mid Sussex Golf Club
Say "I do" in style at Mid Sussex Golf Club. Discover our picturesque wedding venue.
Crouchers Orchards Hotel
At Crouchers Orchards Hotel in Sussex, create unforgettable wedding memories amidst idyllic orchards and elegant surroundings.
Great Ote Hall
Sussex's Great Ote Hall: historic charm for your perfect day.
Broughton Hall Estate Wedding Venue
Yorkshire romance. Broughton Hall Estate: Your dream wedding awaits.
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The Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa Wedding Venue
Wiltshire weddings: Say 'I do' in Bishopstrow's idyllic chapel.
Balmule House
Wedding venue licensed for civil ceremonies, Fife.
Dudley Zoo & Castle Wedding Venue
Dudley Zoo & Castle invites couples seeking an extraordinary wedding venue in the West Midlands to discover their enchanting offerings.
Arnos Vale Wedding Venue
Dreaming of a wedding venue that's as unique as you? Consider Arnos Vale.
Quinton House School Wedding Venue
Quinton House School: Exquisite Northamptonshire setting for your perfect day.
Lusty Glaze Beach
Exclusive private beach wedding venue in Cornwall set within a secluded cove with dramatic Atlantic views.
Oxon Hoath Wedding Venue
Oxon Hoath, Kent: Say "I do" in a fairytale setting. Discover more.
Bedford Arms Hotel Wedding Venue
Planning a charming pub wedding in Hertfordshire? Discover the Bedford Arms Hotel.
Hampton Castle
An exclusive use 600yr old castle nestled in the Herefordshire countryside with 25 bedrooms and both indoor and outdoor ceremony options.
The Garden Station Wedding Venue
Northumberland's unique Garden Station: say 'I do' surrounded by beauty.
Trailfinders Sports Club Wedding Venue
Planning a unique West London wedding? Discover Trailfinders Sports Club.
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.