Given that many people are not overly keen to spend time in enclosed spaces at the moment a marquee can provide the perfect solution for those who want to celebrate that special occasion under cover.
Marquees are not only great value for money – but they also have a variety of other advantages for those who want to make sure that the event is a reflection of their unique tastes and style.
That is possibly one of the best reasons to hire a marquee. It is a blank canvas. Marquees offer great spaces that can feature decorations of your choice, furniture that is perfect for the event and allow you to create that perfect ambiance – no matter what the theme of the event.
Of course, a marquee also allows guests to enjoy the wonders of the outdoors while being sheltered from the elements. It can make a celebration even more special, especially when it is used during those balmy days of summer. The marquee will allow guests to enjoy the gentle breezes or the smell of fresh lawn and flowers. And the fact that late summer thunderstorms will not provide a challenge is also something that a completely open-air event might present.
However, the advantages of having access to the open-air should not be underestimated. A marquee can be supplied with or without side screens/sidewalls. Sidewalls mean that the marquee will be weatherproof (while Georgian or panoramic windows can also allow in natural light), however, open sides mean that guests are free to break away from the celebrations to enjoy person-to-person chats or simply to take in the surroundings. This can add to the enjoyment of the less formal function.
Marquees are also ideal for corporate functions. They can be as formal (carpeting etc) or informal as the occasion demands. They can be designed in such a way as to promote the brand of the company – or launch new products and services. Placement of signage is also extremely easy in a marquee setting and the modular nature of marquees means that they can be split into different spaces – each with its own function.
The fact that marquees offer such exceptional value for money and are so versatile means that they have been a popular choice with event planners and hosts for decades. Given these facts, it is no wonder that marquee offerings continue to evolve – meaning that they will remain a firm favourite with guests, hosts, and professional event management companies.
If you’re looking for cheap marquee hire, but also require a top quality marquee for your event, it is possible to find luxury marquees at exceptionally low prices. You do need to think very carefully about facilities, space, lighting and access though, so start planning your event as early as possible. You can then begin to shop around when you know more, and fortunately, in the UK there are plenty of marquee hire specialists.