Never mind a marquee for hire – a Stretch Tent’s a better bet by far!

… Whether you’re after a corporate event tent or some cover for your pub, club, or restaurant’s outdoor dining areas, you’re sure to have a few key criteria in mind.

And admittedly, traditional marquees are capable of getting most of them covered adequately! Thing is… ’adequate’ isn’t exactly how most of us would like to describe our wedding day or big birthday bash. It’s not an adjective often found in corporate event invitations or catering industry advertisements…

So what, you may ask, is so great about stretch tents compared with old-fashioned marquees? Well, first of all, with a stretch tent you have the best of both worlds. You’re completely protected from the elements – shaded from the sun, sheltered from the rain (or indeed snow and hail) – yet at the same time enjoying that al fresco vibe. Those Bedouin-style open walls are wide open and welcoming, but you’re still very much in the great outdoors.

Take a look at our stretch tents for hire and for sale, and you’ll see what we mean. Made of incredibly resilient, stretchy material, they’re totally waterproof – and their sleek, undulating design isn’t just (dare we say it!) sexy, it’s eminently practical too because it ensures that rain runs off evenly. Of course your average marquee is waterproof too – and you might be tempted by the fact they have walls to keep you cosy when the weather really gets rough. Actually, you might be surprised to learn that stretch tents are even cosier in tough conditions. For a start, you can simply tie the stretch tent’s edges further down… and for winter events you can add skirts, side panels, doors, and even heating. Just like a marquee – but much better!

Almost by definition, a marquee is of a fixed shape and size, whereas a stretch tent’s shape is fluid and elastic – so it can flow seamlessly and stylishly into any setting. They can take uneven ground, multiple levels and obstructions in their stride – and for really big events, you can join together two or more to create almost unlimited cover.

But what about the cost? We hear you ask. Well, it’s true that stretch tents are more expensive on the face of it. But because they’re super-strong and amazingly resilient, they last longer without any deterioration than traditional tents. What’s more, they’re often the most cost-effective solution when you take rigging and de-rigging into account. That’s because our top-notch, highly experienced team can deliver, erect, de-rig and take away a stretch tent with a minimum of fuss and disruption – and in a fraction of the time it takes to set up a marquee.

Still not sure? Why not talk to our Stretch Tent team? They’re not just stretch tent experts; they’re also highly experienced professional wedding, festival and corporate event organisers with the logistical, technical, and creative experience and expertise to make the best of both worlds work for your big (and dry) day.