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 Vines of Rochester
Say 'I do' surrounded by Kentish charm at The Vines of Rochester. Discover more.
Thornhurst Manor
Thornhurst Manor, a stunning South Yorkshire venue, offers a charming setting and exceptional services to create unforgettable weddings.
Hamswell House Weddings
Hamswell House, a picturesque country estate near Bristol and Somerset, offers stunning views and a magical setting for your wedding day.
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Field Of Dreams
County Down's Field of Dreams: Your dream wedding venue awaits. 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.
Briery Hill House
Briery Hill House: Gloucestershire's unique wedding venue. Discover more.
Hawthorn Grove Wedding Venue
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Welbeck Manor Hotel and Golf
Say 'I do' surrounded by Devon's beauty at Welbeck Manor. Discover more.
Coldharbour Farm
Hampshire's Coldharbour Farm: rustic charm for your perfect day. Discover more.
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Hoath House
Kent's Hoath House: idyllic manor house weddings. Discover more.
The Burgoyne
North Yorkshire's enchanting Burgoyne: discover your dream wedding venue.
Frasers
Rustic Eco-Friendly Barn Wedding Venue in the Kent Countryside. Featuring Beautiful Gardens and Delicious Catering.
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The Firs Weddings & Events
Exclusive Use, Woodland, tipi, lakeside, barn wedding venue
Beachley Weddings
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Baddow Park House
Say 'I do' surrounded by Essex charm at Baddow Park House. Discover more.
Warren Mere Weddings
Surrey's Warren Mere: Enchanting ceremonies, unforgettable receptions. Discover more.
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Restoration Yard
Planning your dream Scottish wedding? Discover Restoration Yard, a unique Midlothian venue.
Bluebell
The Bluebell is a unique exclusive use venue close to Bridlington and Driffield in East Yorkshire
Water's Edge at Ewen
Boutique wedding venue nestled in the idyllic Cotswold village of Ewen, near Cirencester
The Octagon Barn
Plan your perfect day at The Octagon Barn, a countryside venue with a unique setting for your ceremony and reception.
Kirkby Fleetham Hall, Wedding Venue in North Yorkshire
Say "I do" surrounded by Yorkshire charm at Kirkby Fleetham Hall. Discover more.
Bowerchalke Barn, Wedding Venue in Wiltshire
Thatch Threshing Barn Wedding Venue near Salisbury
The Glass House at Staining Lodge, Wedding Venue in Lancashire
Lancashire's stunning Glass House at Staining Lodge: Say "I do" surrounded by breathtaking beauty.
The Woods at Oakley, Wedding Venue in Wiltshire
Discover your dream wedding at The Woods at Oakley, an enchanting woodland setting in Wiltshire, UK.
City of London Freemen's School, Wedding Venue in Surrey
Timeless elegance and exceptional cuisine for your unforgettable wedding
Oakhill Hotel Limited, Wedding Venue in Derbyshire
Family Owned, offering visitors and guests a luxurious yet relaxed place to Dine, Drink and Stay
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.