Party marquees – frequently asked questions
Planning a special celebration? Whether it’s a milestone birthday, family gathering, or private event, our party marquees offer the perfect solution for creating a stylish and comfortable space tailored to your occasion. Below, we’ve answered some of the most common questions we receive about party marquees – from sizing and setup to lighting, flooring, and decoration options.
The size of marquee you’ll need depends on your guest numbers, seating arrangements, and additional space requirements such as dance floors, bars, catering or entertainment areas. Our team will guide you through this during a free site visit – we’ll measure your space, discuss your event layout, and recommend the best marquee size and layout to suit your celebration.
See our helpful guide What size marquee do I need? to get an idea of what you need.
Marquee hire costs vary based on size, location, and any additional options like flooring, lighting, furniture, or heating. Smaller garden marquees start from around £1,000, while larger, fully equipped party marquees can range upwards of £3,000. We’ll provide a tailored, no-obligation quote based on your event details and budget.
Absolutely! We offer a complete event solution including wooden flooring, carpets, furniture, bar units, dance floors, chandeliers, festoon lighting, and themed décor. We also supply luxury loo hire and mobile refrigeration, so everything is taken care of by one trusted team.
Yes! We offer luxury loo hire through our partner Deluxe Loos and mobile refrigeration units via Simply Chillers. This means you get a completely hassle-free one-stop event solution – no need to book multiple suppliers.
Yes, we supply safe, efficient, quiet marquee heaters to keep your guests warm and comfortable, even in the colder months. Our heaters are thermostatically controlled and positioned discreetly to ensure even warmth throughout the marquee.
Yes. If your venue doesn’t have nearby access to electricity, we can supply generators and safe power distribution for lighting, heating, refrigeration, and catering equipment. Our team ensures all electrical installations are safe.
Our clearspan marquees are fully weatherproof and designed to withstand the British climate. We can also include additional measures like raised flooring, heating, and entrance canopies to ensure your guests stay warm and dry whatever the weather.
Of course! Many of our clients personalise their marquees with decorations, florals, or themed accessories. We’ll discuss any materials you plan to use to ensure they’re safe and compatible with the structure.
See our blog Autumn and winter marquee decoration ideas inspired by nature for décor ideas.
Yes – as a full-service event company, we offer event planning support from start to finish. Whether you need help with catering, entertainment, venue coordination or logistics, our experienced team can help bring your vision to life.
See our blog How to plan a party like a pro for a few top tips.
Also check out our blog Big birthday party ideas – from 18 to 80 years to help you plan a memorable birthday bash.
Our marquees can be safely erected on grass, gravel, decking, or hardstanding. Our team can level out uneven areas using specialist flooring systems, ensuring a stable and safe surface for your event.
Yes. A marquee can be joined seamlessly to your home, patio doors, or conservatory to extend your indoor space – perfect for house parties or garden celebrations.
No, we take every precaution to protect your grounds. Our team uses non-invasive anchoring systems and temporary flooring where needed to ensure no lasting damage to lawns or patios.
In most cases, planning permission is not required for short-term marquee installations. However, if your marquee will be up for more than 28 days or is on public land, you may need permission. We can advise on this based on your specific circumstances.
Most of our private hire marquees are covered under our standard terms. On payment of the damage waiver (as detailed on your quote), you are covered for any loss or damage to our equipment. Please note, you are liable for the first £500 + VAT of any claim.
We also recommend checking your event or home insurance to ensure you have suitable cover in place.
We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for popular summer weekends or festive periods. For smaller parties, a few weeks’ notice is usually fine, but for larger celebrations it’s best to secure your marquee at least 3–6 months in advance.
Most clients hire marquees for a weekend, but longer-term hires can be arranged for extended parties or festivals. We’ll tailor the hire period to your schedule.
Most marquees can be set up in half a day to a full day depending on size and complexity. For larger or more elaborate structures, we may need additional time. Dismantling typically takes less time and is usually completed the day after your event, unless otherwise arranged.
We’re based near Wokingham and provide marquee hire across the South East of England including Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and London.
We offer a wide range including clearspan marquees (great for flexibility and weather resistance), stylish pagodas and stretch tents (ideal for a more relaxed, festival-style vibe). We’ll help you choose the right option for your event style, location, and budget.
If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, or would like to discuss your party in more detail, contact our expert team. We’ll be happy to talk through your requirements and help you plan the perfect marquee for your celebration.📞 Call us on 0118 973 6444. 📩 Email hello@time-marquees.co.uk