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Having Venues a marquee wedding?
From providing cover at small and intimate back garden nuptials to acting as another ‘room’ for a large-scale celebration at an already-amazing northeast venue, marquees are incredibly versatile structures. If you’re going down that route, you’ll want to get in touch with one of the northeast’s excellent marquee suppliers – but first, do some background reading. We’ve highlighted some key questions to ask yourself here…
A marquee wedding is a great opportunity to unleash your creativity and really make your space unique.
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Where will I hold my marquee wedding?
Some venues allow you to erect a marquee on their lawn while still using the main building for your ceremony and accommodation, whilst others only let you use their land – but the buildings still offer a beautiful backdrop for newlywed photographs. Alternatively, you may wish to go ultra-personal and make use of your own gardens or land – just beware with this option that there’ll be a lot of comings and goings in the lead up to and the days following the wedding!
Do I have the practicalities covered?
This is especially important if you’re going it alone, as opposed to on the land of a venue. Can suppliers and their vehicles get access? Is there a power source or will you need a generator? What about guest parking? Toilet facilities? Running water? Post-wedding waste disposal? Marquee experts will be able to advise you here and hiring a wedding coordinator could be well-worth the investment! Make sure to think about your food and drink options at this stage – if you have a caterer in mind, get them involved in a site visit early on.
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What style of marquee do I want?
Long gone as the days of yellowing, buntingfilled marquees – you now have a plethora of styles to choose from! Stylish stretch tents are great for summer with their open sides (which can be pulled down if needed) creating light, airy spaces, and their high ceilings are perfect for wowing guests with floral hanging installations. Boho-style wedding?
You’ll want a tipi! With a thicker canvas, you’ll find these quirky structures have a darker and more intimate vibe and look incredible when accessorised with festoon lighting and candles. Why not go all out and order some bell tents as well, providing the ultimate festival-style accommodation for guests who’ve partied hard? At the other end of the scale, clear marquees will give you a modern, sophisticated orangery look – think pandemic-style domes on a really big scale!
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Located in Milltimber, Aberdeen, Waterside is a beautiful, tranquil spot finished with a trickling waterfall, impressive white bridge, staircase and island. Surrounded by trees and crop fields with a grass plateau perfect for a marquee, Waterside will make your big day extra special. www.watersidesouthlasts.com
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How big does my marquee need to be?
Whatever style you go for, there’s nothing more important than getting the size right. Of course, your supplier will advise you but you can help them along with an accurate guest list before asking for a quote. They’ll then factor in space for dining, dancing and a bar, and anything else you need, like a space for reception drinks (handy for older guests) or extra entertainment.
How do I want to style it?
A marquee wedding is a great opportunity to unleash your creativity and really make your space unique. But remember that each decision you make will impact on cost – and you’ll have to make sure it works in practical terms, so think about your priorities. Do you want one big space or to have it divided with the dancefloor hidden until after dinner? Long trestle tables or traditional circular tables? What about lighting, flooring, décor and hanging points? Depending on your caterer, you’ll also want to factor in tableware, from crockery and cutlery to glassware and table linen. Don’t forget extras, like a coat rack and, if it’s likely to get cold into the evening, patio heaters and a fire pit! ♥
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