A Guide to Stretch Tent hire

So you have an event coming up, and you’re thinking you might need to hire a stretch tent. There’s no need to be daunted – for the most part, it’s a fairly straight forward process! There are a few things you should know first, to make the process a bit easier and ensure you get good value for money.

TENT CONDITION AND QUALITY
It’s important to note that not all stretch tents are created equal. Some are waterproof, some are not. Some are clean and gorgeous, some are old and stained. So before you confirm your stretch tent hire London and surrounds - be sure to ask for photos. Ask if the tent is 100% waterproof, and how old the tent is. Ask if it has any stains or any visible patches.



TENT SIZE vs COST
The next thing you should know is that stretch tents come in different sizes, and are charged per square meter (sqm). For instance, a bigger tent will cost more, and a smaller tent will cost less. The way to work out the size is as follows:

Seated Dinner setting – 2-2.5sqm/person

Cocktail/Standing setting – 1.5sqm/person

Cinema Style seating – 1sqm/person

So to put this information into a practical picture, if you’re having 70 guests for a sit-down dinner you’ll need a tent that’s around 150 square meters – so a 10m x 15m tent should do the trick.

Keep in mind that if the weather is bad, or very windy, you might need to close the tent up a bit – ie drop one or two sides down to the ground. This will take away a bit of space in the tent, so the tent will need to be a little bit bigger.

A good tent company will offer free site meetings, where they come out to your house or venue, and meet with you to discuss the different options for your event.

LIGHTING & ACCESSORIES
Finally, it would be good to consider is adding some lighting for inside the tent, to make the tent come alive at night. The addition of lights makes the atmosphere in your stretch tent truly magnificent, and will most certainly add the ‘WOW’ factor to your event.

Tentickle Stretch Tents uses only the highest quality stretch tents, 100% waterproof, wind-resistant, and fire-retardant.




Article source: https://stretchinc.co.za/guide-stretch-tent-hire/

10 reasons to say YES to a marquee wedding!

Can’t decide between a Hotel, Country House or a Marquee? Here are our top 10 reasons why having a Marquee makes a perfect venue for your special day.

1. You can choose your own location and venue.

Do you have your own land, a large garden or know a neighbour with a field, then your halfway there. All we need to set up a marquee is a bit of space. Many people choose an area with a gorgeous view or a space that has a sentimental feeling.

If you don’t have this, there are lots of venues that will let you just use the outdoor space rather than having the whole package.

2. You can decide on what type of Marquee you have.

If you go with a venue, they may limit you to specific areas and rooms. We have many different types of marquees to choose from to make your day unique. Whether you want the traditional vintage style with swooping drapes and tall poles or you want to be a bit quirky with a collection of Kata Tipi’s, choosing a marquee wedding the options are endless.

3. You can invite as many or as little guests as you want.

Marquee hire Dublin should offer many different sizes and are easy to expand if your guest list grows. You can have your main marquee with smaller rooms attached. This is great to have your bar separate or to create a chill-out area for your guests to relax. If you are having lots of children on your big day you could also add on their own fun area.

4. Take advantage of the countryside and views.

Frame Marquees are perfect for overseeing the views while you enjoy your wedding breakfast and evening do. With the option to have the whole of one end of your marquee fitted with clear windows and even a panoramic roof, this is a great unique idea especially for a summer wedding to enjoy the evening skies.

5. You can decide on your theme and decorations.

The best thing about having a marquee wedding is that it is a blank canvas and you can add your own flair and designs. Whether you choose to have a large banquet with rustic trestle tables or a sophisticated friendly meal with large round tables, you can decide on your own layout. Interior wedding decorations and accessories for marquees are endless, from led spotlights and twinkling ceilings to vibrant bunting and florals.

6. Budget

With a Tentickle Stretch Tents marquee wedding, you can set and work to your own budget. There is a lot of flexibility as you can choose your own caterers, florist, decorations etc. Some larger venues may expect you to use their own recommended suppliers which can work out a little pricey.
7. Stages and Dance Floors

With a marquee, you can choose where your entertainment will be. It can be in the centre or at one end of your chosen marquee or you may want to have a separate “party” tent. We can provide stages and different sized dance floors depending on the number of guests.

8. Catering and Bars

The beauty of having a marquee for your wedding is that you can choose your own caterers. Whether you bring in a company or you have a great aunt that has offered to do your food we can supply a catering tent along with refrigerated trailers to suit all of your needs.

With a marquee you can also create your own bar area, with different types of bars and furniture to choose from there is always something to suit the theme.

9. No Curfews

If you choose to have a marquee wedding on your own land there are no end of the night limits, last orders or bedtime curfews. You can choose how long you party away for.
10. Hassle-Free

Most importantly, choosing to hire a marquee for your wedding is hassle-free. We carry out free site visits to get a feel for what we have to work with, then we take it from there. The marquee hire team put up your marquee in plenty of time before your event giving you enough time for your caterers and florist etc. to get settled in.


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