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- Weddings
- Parties
- Corporate
- Bar Mitzvah
- Summer Ball
- Hospitality
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Swindon Disco has worked at many Marquee functions and we are aware of many of the problems associated with this type of event from power requirements to location. We have worked with many of the West Country leading Marquee suppliers and we would be delighted to offer assistance with your choice of vendor.
Below is a list of FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) regarding Marquee events and if the answer is not there then just contact us for more details. |
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| How large a marquee do I need? |
Can I make last minute changes to my tent? |
| Do they supply just the marquee? |
When are marquees erected/taken down? |
| How long is the marquee hire period? |
Can marquees be erected on uneven ground? |
| Can tents be opened up in warm weather? |
Can the marquee be connected to a building? |
| Do we need heaters and are they warm enough? |
Do marquees stand up to storms? |
| Are marquees suitable for winter events? |
Could a marquee damage cables or pipes underneath the site? |
| What is the difference between lined and unlined marquees? |
Will a marquee damage our garden? |
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| How large a marquee do I
need?
A Simple guide to calculating this is:
- For a buffet event: a minimum of
8 square feet per head
- For a seated event: a minimum of
15 square feet per head
You then need to add space for dance floors,
catering tables and disco or band. |
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| Do vendors supply just the
marquee?
No. Usually they supply furniture, lighting and
flooring as well. And we have links with many other
event companies, so we can also arrange catering
equipment, marquee decoration, theme parties etc, Please
ask us for what you need and we will help if we
can. |
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| How long is the marquee hire
period?
For weekend events, the marquee is
yours for both Saturday and Sunday. During the week, the
length of the marquee hire period is by
arrangement. |
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| Can
tents be opened up in warm weather?
Yes. The walls of our marquees can
very easily be opened up and secured. |
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| Do we
need heaters and are they warm enough?
Even in midsummer, a heater may be
necessary. So budget for a heater just in case, and make
a decision in the week leading up to your party when you
have seen the weather forecast. Heater technology has
advanced substantially in recent years, so a tent even
in winter will be surprisingly warm (see next
question). |
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| Are marquees suitable for winter
events?
Decked out appropriately (balloons and
lighting effects rather than lilies), marquees make
ideal venues for Christmas and New Year parties. Powerful heaters (see above
question) ensure warmth, and hard flooring, while more
expensive than traditional summer matting, protects
winter marquee from wet winter ground. |
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| What is the difference between
lined and unlined?
Lined marquees are more luxurious
and are an essential element of a traditional
wedding-style marquee. With unlined marquees, the PVC
walls and marquee structure are fully visible, making
them more suitable for functional or casual
events. |
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| Can I make last minute changes to
my tent?
Requests for extra
furniture, different flooring etc made early in the week
leading up to the marquee hire or before can easily be
accommodated. |
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| When are marquees erected/taken down?
Typically, marquees are erected a few days prior to the event and
dismantled within a similar period after. |
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| Can marquees be erected on uneven
ground?
Marquees can be put up on sloping
or uneven ground. However this will require additional equipment and is more expensive. |
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| Do marquees stand up to
storms?
Marquees are sturdy, and always
ensure that they are properly anchored. They are made in
accordance with EC Safety Standards and manufactured to
withstand wind loading of up to 60 mph. This is adequate
for all but the fiercest of gales. |
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| Can the marquee be connected to a
building?
Yes. Marquees can serve as an
'extension' to a building if the space is suitable.
Because they need no pegs or guy ropes, 'framed' marquee
structures can easily butt up against the side of a
house.
Covered walkways are another
option. |
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| Could a marquee damage cables or
pipes running underneath the site?
If cabling or pipework is near the
surface, damage is possible. |
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| Will a marquee damage our
garden?
Temporarily yes. Grass that has
been covered for several days will not look its best.
But recovery will be swift. |