It’s fair to say that tent hire is becoming ever more increasingly popular for all types of events and solutions for hire.

So whether you are planning a wedding reception, birthday party, corporate event or garden party, the tent hire possibilities are really endless!!

Here are just 5 reasons to choose tent hire.

1. YOUR VENUE, YOUR CHOICE

One of the many benefits of hiring a tent is that you can virtually have it wherever you like (within reason of course!). Whether you choose to have it on the grounds of a country manor, farmers field, local village green, sports ground or just in the comforts of your own back garden, there is much more flexibility when it comes to tent hire than holding special occasion in a standard venue.

You should find that most reputable tent hire companies will visit your chosen site for free to make sure:

• The tent you wish to hire will fit your grounds.
• Best location found if your chosen grounds have major dips.
• Grounds are suitable for pinning down a tent or if weighting is required.
• Ideal locations for entrances, exits and catering tent are suggested.

If  your looking for grounds to stage your event then visit our marquee venues page to find your ideal location in the midlands.

2. DESIGN YOUR PERFECT EVENT.

When it comes to the interior design of your event, it’s like working from a blank canvas and the choices are endless. Modern tents are available as full clear span marquees, which means that there are no pillars to support the roof or obstruct any views of the event.
This gives you free reign to design away in an open, clear space. From choosing the theme, colour scheme, furniture, lighting and layout, you can be sure that your event will be truly unique. You are not restricted to a fixed layout as you may find with many traditional venues and extras such as the bar / dance floor can be situated wherever you like. With all tents and marquees it’s all about being unique and making your ideas come to life.

3. EVERYTHING ALL ROLED INTO ONE.

Planning an event whether it be a wedding, party, awards ceremony or corporate dinner, can be stressful.
There is a lot to think about when it comes to entertainment, décor, tables, dance floors, bars, lighting, chair hire etc.
Most marquee companies can offer all these important extras either from within their own company or working with other firms that they use regularly.
This can be a lot cheaper than some venue hire costs where you have to source in all your own suppliers and manage their delivery and set up also.
Everything literally can all be rolled into one supplier, which is guaranteed to make your life A LOT easier!

4. FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Another big advantage when booking with a tent hire company is the choice of catering options available to you. With most venues they will require you to use their own caterers who have their own set prices with little room for negotiations and even worse their food may not be to your taste.

Sourcing your own caterers gives you more menu options and  also control of your budget.

Your caterers can use our catering tent so your guests receive food to your taste and at a price you have more control over, whether it is food sourced locally, buffet style or canapés, the choice is unlimited and flexibility is all yours.

5. TOTAL CONTROL

It really is that simple, so let your imagination run wild as you have total control over your event and the whole atmosphere. From creating your very own unique venue, to deciding what time your event starts and finishes, tent hire lets YOU decide all these important factors which would be restricted within a venue setting.

To get yourself pricing on our services use our  Marquee Quote Form or contact us on 0116 288 9566.

Pearl Marquees are a Leicester based company covering Leicestershire and surrounding areas. We are a leading event hire company well known in the Leicester area and recognised for supplying contemporary clearspan marquees and additional event equipment to our customers at affordable prices.

We cater for all types of events from corporate marquee hospitality, garden marquee parties, wedding marquees and other outdoor marquee events and recognised and awarded for “Venue of the Year”.

Pearl Marquees has the experience of delivering outstanding marquees and has become one of the leading Marquee Hire company’s in the Midlands. With a team of dedicated and experienced staff to offer a friendly and professional service tailored to you and your event.

Here at Pearl Marquees we have a vast amount of experience in outdoor marquee event hire. We hire to a variety of customers ranging from private event customers staging their wedding marquees, party marquees and garden marquees right through to supplying our Clearspan marquee structures to exhibitions.

We also work with many local business and charities and are recognised supplier to name but a few, Leicester University, Saffron Events, Voluntary Action Blaby, DeMontfort University, Imago Catering group and many more.

So if you are looking for a marquee for your event contact our office today on 0116 288 9566 with your event requirements and our team of advisors will able to assist you with your marquee hire, or complete our quote form for your bespoke marquee hire price or contact our team today,

Take a look below at the areas we cover for your Marquee Hire:

Allexton, Aylestone, Beaumont Leys, Bede Island, Belgrave, Birstall, Black Friars,  Bradgate Park, Braunstone, Charnwood,  Clarendon Park, Coleman,  Crown Hill, Dane Hills, Evington, Evington Valley, Eyres Monsell, Fosse Shopping Park, Frog Island, Hamilton, Heathley Park, Highfields, Humberstone, Knighton, Leicester Castle, Leicester Forest East, Golden Mile, Latimer, Leicester City Centre, Leicester Forest West, Lindley, New Parks, Newfoundpool, North Evington, Mowmacre Hill, Oadby, Rowley Fields Saxby, Somerby,  Southfields,  Soar Valley, St Matthew’s, Spinney Hills, Stoneygate, Stoughton,  Rushey Mead, Thurncourt, Westcotes, Woodgate.

Based in the heart of the Midlands Pearl Marquees is an Award winning Marquee Hire Company, offering marquee hire services to customers across Warwickshire and local surrounding counties.

We are renowned for hiring luxury marquees and event hire equipment at affordable prices. We stock only the highest quality of clearspan marquee structures and marquee linings, dance floors, furniture, stages and lighting effects and much more to create the event themes you desire.

In addition to this and also what sets us apart from other marquee hire companies is that we have the creative flair and know how to create a unique ambience in your marquee hire. By simply changing a few decor ideas we can advise you and give you a stylish and creative venue decor wowing your guest when they look inside your marquee.

Having a vast amount of experience in outdoor marquee event hire we have the knowledge of advising you on all the different aspects you should consider from marquee size guides to chair hire. So whether you’re staging your big day in a wedding marquee, a corporate hospitality event for your business clients or simply a garden party to entertain friends and family we will be able to help.

Pearl Marquees work with a number of venues in and around Warwickshire helping customers to find the ideal marquee venue location for their event. To give you and example of Marquee Hire Warwickshire we have worked with RLS Polo Grounds in Southam right through to hiring to our wedding couples on private grounds.

For further information or if you wish to enquire about a Corporate Marquee , Party Marquee or Wedding Marquees for your event needs then contact our team today with your event requirement and they will help and assist you in your marquee hire

Marquee Hire Warwickshire Areas Covered:

ALCESTER, ATHERSTONE, BEDWORTH, BULKINGTON, COLESHILL, HENLEY-IN-ARDEN,  HAMPTON-IN-ARDEN,  KENILWORTH,   KINGSBURY, LEAMINGTON, LONG MARSTON, NUNEATON, POLESWORTH,  RUGBY, SHIPSTON-ON-SOUR, SOUTHAM, STRATFORD-UPON AVON, STUDLEY, TAMMWORTH-IN-ARDEN, WARWICK, WELLSBOURNE, WHITNASH, WELFORD-ON-AVON

If you need to hire a marquee for event or big day then contact our team today, on 0116 288 9566 or complete our quote form  for a bespoke marquee quotation.

If you’re sourcing a solution for a marquee event caterer for the first time for your event; whether it be for a wedding reception, a corporate business event or a fine dining experience its essential that you are fully prepared with questions to ask your caterer.

Pearl Marquees have compiled a simple list of 30 initial questions to ask your event caterer, so when it comes to the actual big day you have planned and prepared to receive an impeccable catering service inside your marquee.

1. How long have you been in the event catering business?
2. Have you got at least 3 references and telephone numbers of previous clients, so that we can contact them?
3. What kind of cusine food do you specialise in for events? (Niche type cuisine, offer theme styles such as Mexican nights, hog roasts, or gourmet cuisine for dinner parties).
   
4. What are your qualifications, Health and safety hygiene certificate and Awards? (Any event caterers dealing with food are heavily regulated on the hygiene and should abide by the Food Hygiene Regulations 2006 which applies to England only).
5. What is the maximum amount of guests you have catered for before?
6. Have you examples or presentation photos of your work?
7. Which marquee venues have you worked at before?
8. How many events are you catering for on the weekend of your event/on the day of your event?
9. Do you have a set menus for event catering?
10. Are the menus flexible?
11. What vegetarian or dietary options do you provide?
12. Can I taste samples of the menus?
13. Is there an additional price charged for clearing away?
14. How many waiting servers do you provide per guest?
15. Are there any charges incurred for overtime?
16. What is the itemised costs and what is exactly included?
17. What is the cost (download our wedding budget planner)?
18. Is V.A.T included in the quoted price?
19. How will you store all of the food for my event?
20. Do you need a area to set up, prepare or store the food?
21. Do you need any special fridges?
22. Do you need specialist cooking facilities, if so what?
23. If you are supplying the additional facilities, when do you clear them away?
24. How much time do you need in the catering marquee before the meal is served to the guests?
25. What do you do with the leftovers?
26. What guarantees can you make of your service on the event day?
27. Can we attend a sample tasting event?
28. Do you have a contract for the event catering service?
29. What is the amount required for the deposit payment?
30. What are your payment terms and conditions for the event catering? (many wedding suppliers take a small deposit to confirm the booking)

Choosing the right caterer is one of the most important decisions to make when planning your event. If the food is substandard, it can really have a impact on what is supposed to be glorious occasion.

Sometimes going with the cheapest quote price is not always cost effective option. It is very important that when you do choose your event caterer that you choose them wisely.

Furthermore if you need help and guidance on your catering marquee size, contact us and we’ll be able to advice you.

Pearl Marquees are a Midlands based Marquee Hire Company covering all of Coventry and surrounding areas.

We are an Award Winning company recognised for our high quality marquee hire Coventry and available at affordable prices. What sets us apart from other suppliers  is that we provide stylish and creative event decor tailored to your event and themes in addition to the range of our marquee equipment and furniture hire.

We supply marquees to different types of events from corporate hospitality, garden marquees and wedding receptions, birthday parties and other outdoor marquee events.

Pearl Marquees is also the official suppliers to Coventry University and we supply our marquees hire Coventry University Open Day events by situating them at the University Square in front of the Alan Berry building and opposite the Coventry Cathedral. We work in collaboration with different department across the University.

If you are interested in enquiring about a Corporate Marquee or Wedding Marquees for your event our team are available to assist you and offer a friendly and professional service tailored to you exact event requirement.

Take a look at the areas and locations we cover our Marquee Hire Coventry.

Alderman’s Green, Allesley, Allesley Green, Allesley Park, Ash Green, Ball Hill, Bannerbrook Park, Binley, Binley Green, Bishopsgate Green, Brownshill Green, Canley, Cannon Park, Chaplefields, Clifford Park, Cheylesmore, Copsewood, Coundon, Courthouse Green, Daimler Green, Earlsdon, Eastern Green, Edgewick, Ernesford Grange, Finham, Fenside, Green Lane, Gibbet Hill, Gosford Green, Great Heath, Hearsall Common, Henley Green, Holbrooks, Keresley, Little Heath, Longford, Mount Nod, Nailcote Grange, Pinley, Potters Green, Radford, Stoke, Stoke Heath, Stoke Aldermoor, Stivichall, Styvechale, Tanyard Farm, Tile Hill, Tool Bar End, Victoria Farm, Walsgrave, Westwood Heath, Whitley, Whoberley, Wyken.

If you need a marquee hire in Coventry for special occasion or event, then contact our team today, on 0116 288 9566 or complete our enquiry form for a marquee quote.

Marking the Annual Homecoming event on 26^th June Leicester University selected Pearl Marquees to be their hire supplier for a very special Homecoming event that presented the celebrations of 50 years space science at the University.

Situated at the heart of Leicester University campus Pearl Marquee’s Clear span marquee structure was installed in a prominent position alongside children’s rides, magic shows, face painter and rocket making.

Over 500 graduate and staff visitors were greeted in our modern Registration Marquee where guests registered their attendance and individually were offered a breakfast reception.

Following this guests were then free to choose from a range of mini lectures and demonstrations and for those guests who graduated in the 1970’s a new event was hosted in the University marquee called “Lost Alumni Breakfast” giving fellow alumni the opportunity to catch up with graduates they hadn’t seen for 30 years.

A major highlight to the day was the lecture “Hubble Telescope and the Future of Human Space Flight” delivered by a real-life astronaut Dr Jeff Hoffman who has over 1000 hours of flying experience. After lunch as the day got much warmer and all the guests had a chance to unwind in the Registration Marquee and enjoying free ice cream.

Organiser Lisa Davies, of the Development and Alumni Office, praised the Pearl Marquees team and said: “Thank you so much, we’ve never had a marquee before and you advised me on the right size marquee to hire, the size wasn’t too small or too big. Your team worked hard to get the strcuture installed on to the car park within the limited access time. Thank you again.”

The whole event was a spectacular day fun-filled with educational activities enjoyed by many adults, children and many families and we have an expertise of providing University Marquees for any type of event. To find how you can hire a structure for your event contact us today.

The marquee size guide will help you choose the right structure required for your event.

Estimate what space you require for your event using our marquee size guide table.

For help deciding on your ideal size Contact Us for Your Quote.

Also take a look at our FREE marquee planner tool to visualise the layout of your furniture in the structure.

3 Things to consider when choosing your structure size.

It is important to note the factors that influence the size of your structure. Ask yourself the questions below to choose the ideal size for your event.

1. How many guests do you wish to accommodate?
2. What style will your event seating be?
   • All guests seated at tables at any one time.
   • Your guests will be partly seated and partly standing.
   • Your entire guest will be standing throughout the event .
3. Do you require the following dedicated areas?
   • Service and catering tent.
   • Entertainment space dedicated for the DJ, Stage and Dance floor.
   • Entrance reception area.
   • Bar and Bar seating space.

Other Size Considerations

When working out the size of a marquee there are several factors that need to be taken into consideration. Other than the above discussed the next main one being what table size you need and are looking to hire.

Larger tables take up more area than smaller tables, for example if you were to hire a smaller 5ft round diameter tables you can seat anything from 6 to 8 guests around the table. With a 6ft table you can position 10-12 guests around the table. But which is most suited to you?

This all depends on what you are placing on each table, if there is a lot of items on to the tables i.e. table centrepieces, crockery, cutlery, glassware, glassed beverages etc. then it is ideal to hire a larger table. Ultimately if larger tables are required, then this will have an impact on your structures size as you may need to opt for a larger sized structure.

Need More Help?

To get our team to calculate the ideal size for your event Contact Us for Your Quote.

Tips: Combine structures to give you a larger structure or different shapes, especially if you are restricted for space.

Your professionally themed corporate marquee will leave a lasting impression on your business guests.

To help you enhance your corporate marquee theme we can supply you with:

• Table linen to complement your business brand colours.
• Logo or signage banners placed at focal points.
• Dramatic lining and drapes co-ordinated in the colours of your company.
• Lighting effects that set the scene or add a splash of colour to your event.
• Flower displays and centre pieces to complement your event.

For more ideas on your theme and our hire prices Get Your Quote.

Unlike traditional business venues your corporate marquee provides an adaptable layout.

Present or showcase your products with:

• Easy access entrance and exit points.
• Ability to exhibit large products.
• Conveniently located catering areas either adjoined or separated.
• Washrooms can be placed in ideal areas to avoid disturbing presentations.
• Use the advantage of natural light by placing corporate marquee windows at key focal points.

For help designing your event layout download our marquee planner.

If you would like us to help choose your event layout contact our team to Get Your Quote and arrange your site survey.

To keep within your budget and reduce your event expenses, a corporate structure will allow you to:

• Use your choice of event caterers as opposed to specific venue approved.
• No unnecessary expensive corkage charges.
• Select your own wine and champagne rather than compulsory venue drink lists.
• No additional venue fees if your event runs later than expected.

For more practical advice on how to reduce your costs contact our team with Your Quote Requirements.

To reduce your set up time so you can concentrate on promoting your event, your corporate marquee will:

• Provide ease of access to forklifts and large vans to deliver your event materials and displays.
• Safely and easily run cables without building restrictions for:

• Audio Visual Equipment.
• Internet relays for live transmission and event purposes.
• National Television Satellite transmission vehicles.
• Other electrical equipment.

We only supply heavy duty UK manufactured clear span marquee structures which:

• Conform to British standards for high winds and rainfall.
• Utilises all floor space and have no internal pole restrictions.
• Can be used whatever the time of year.

Use your own company premises to host your event.

• Your grounds allow you to showcase your company and reduce ground hire costs.
• Your company building can host an Indoor structure to transform your interior space.

Get Your Quote for more information on prices for your event.

“I would like to thank you all for your support in making the Open Day on Saturday a success”
Chris Smith,
Events Officer, Coventry University, Coventry, West Midlands.
Read more testimonials.

Wedding marquees can set that unique theme you’re looking for that no other venue will.

Our experienced team will help bring your ideas to life and get the look you desire.

Add the wow factor to your wedding marquees theme with bespoke coloured effects, such as:

• Pelmets that are contoured to your wedding marquees theme.
• Falling drapes that dramatically enhance your setting.
• Coloured carpets that harmonise with your event style.
• Table linen to complement your theme colours.

Bring an essence of your personality and make your marquee sparkle on your wedding day.

For more ideas on your theme contact our team.

Your wedding marquees layout is easily adapted to your preference, so you can:

• Decide where you would like your entrance and reception to be placed.
• Choose the exact location and direction your marquee will face.



• Add window walls where required and take advantage of scenic landscapes and natural light.
• Take advantage of great weather and open up designated windows and walls.
• Select a dedicated area for your catering.

Design your interior layout with our free marquee planner.

Wedding Marquees for private hire have little or no restrictions compared to hiring a venue.

• Be flexible on controlling what time the party starts and finishes.
• Use your own chosen caterers instead of expensive venue approved caterers.
• Supply your favourite wine and champagne rather than the standard choice from the venues drink list.
• Avoid unnecessary corkage fees applied by many venues.

Get Your Quote to arrange a site survey of your venue.

All our large structures are heavy duty and UK manufactured:

• There are no internal pole restrictions for your Clear Span Marquee structures.
• They have the ability to withstand British high winds and rainfall.

Extra’s to suit your style and theme.

• Table linen hire.
• Chairs for hire.
• Chair covers for hire.
• Chair sashes and chair bows.
• Gazebo Hire for champagne and
  canapé areas or hog roasts.

“We were really happy with the marquee, it was perfect for the day”

Matt & Kat, Harborne. Read more

Read more about the above products on our marquee equipment page.

Get help with planning your costs with our FREE downloadable Wedding Budget Planner available with your Marquee Quote here.

Still looking for a wedding venue?

See our list of Marquee Venues which cover areas in Leicestershire, Warwickshire, Northamptonshire and Nottinghamshire.