Which type of Marquee is for me?

Clearspan Marquee vs. Sailcloth Marquee Vs Traditional Pole Marquee :

Which marquee should you hire?

There are lots of outdoor structures you can hire for weddings, parties and events – including our sister company Deckerdence which is a truly unique one of a kind structure – It like no other marquee or outdoor structure you have seen before and if you would like to know more about Deckerdence visit www.deckerdence.com

But here we are going to look at the main differences between the 3 standard marquee types

–  Clearspan Marquees

• Sailcloth Marquees
• Traditional Pole Marquees

When planning a modern wedding or large-scale event, the marquee you choose can set the tone and style of the entire day. Two popular options are Clearspan and Sailcloth marquees. Each has unique features and advantages, so let’s explore what makes them stand out.

Clearspan Marquee

A clearspan marquee to made from a metal frame with PVC walls and roofs.  Clearspan marquees normally come in bays of 3M and are sized accordingly. For example a 6 x 9 Marquee.  Clearspan Marquees can be erected on grass or hard standing. There is a different method of securing them when hard standing is used.

The 3 top features of a clearspan marquee are:

1. Uninterrupted Space
   Clearspan marquees boast a “clear-span” design, meaning no internal poles. This creates a flexible versatile indoor space where furniture, dance floor a bar can be sited where you want them to be without any
2. A blank canvas to create your style
   From full wall panels to window style wall, where you can add a star cloth to the ceiling and drapping and stying of your choice before choosing a lighting style, your flooring – you have a blank canvas to create as you want it to be.
3. All-Season Use
   Clearspan marquees can be used year-round, making them ideal for any season.

Top 3 features of a Sailcloth Marquee

1. Rustic Charm
   Ideal for rustic and festival-themed weddings and events, Sailcloth marquees offer a charming and decorative exterior. Recreating the vintage with the modern.
2. Grand Interior Space
   With taller ceilings, these marquees create a grand and airy atmosphere inside, adding to their rustic appeal – but with the poles, furniture, bar and dancefloor placements are more limited.
3. Seasonal
   Best used between April and September, Sailcloth marquees are designed for fair weather and cannot withstand stronger winds like Clearspan marquees.

3 features of a traditional pole marquee

1. Timeless Elegance – real vintage
   Traditional Pole Marquees, with their high peaks and swooping lines, exude a classic and elegant charm that’s perfect for any event seeking a touch of nostalgia and sophistication.
2. Rustic and Romantic Ambiance
   With their natural canvas material and traditional guy ropes, these marquees provide a rustic and romantic ambiance. They blend seamlessly into garden parties, country weddings, and vintage-themed events.
3. Seasonal Beauty
   Best suited for the milder months, typically between April and September, these marquees thrive in fair weather. Their open, breathable design makes them perfect for summer weddings and events, capturing the essence of the season – and can only be set up on grass.