What to expect when setting up a wedding marquee

Planning your venue is a memorable part of your wedding planning journey—but it can be difficult to visualise how everything comes together ahead of the big day. The reassuring news is that with County Marquees, an experienced and dependable team is on hand to manage the process from start to finish, allowing you to focus on your vision for the celebration. 

Here’s a clear step-by-step overview of what to expect – from the initial enquiry to the final finishing touches – if you choose a marquee wedding. 

Following your enquiry, we’ll arrange a site visit. One of our experienced team members will visit your chosen location – be it a private garden, open field, or formal venue – to assess the site. We’ll review access, take accurate measurements, assess the ground conditions, and begin recommending suitable marquee styles. 

You don’t need to make any final decisions at this stage. We’ll guide you through your options, offer expert suggestions, and help shape your ideas into a workable plan. We’ll also discuss guest numbers, event flow, and any features you may wish to include, such as dance floors, dining tables, bars, or chillout areas. 

Once we’ve assessed the space, we’ll recommend the most appropriate marquee style for your setting and wedding aesthetic. County Marquees offers a wide selection of structures to suit all occasions: 

• Traditional Pole Marquees – Romantic and timeless, with tall ridge lines and wooden poles. Best suited to flat, grassy areas. 

• Clearspan Marquees – Contemporary, airy structures that let in loads of 

Each marquee is tailored to your event, ensuring your wedding marquee complements your venue and reflects your personal style. 

We usually begin setting up a few days before the wedding. This provides ample time to erect the marquee, lay flooring, and install infrastructure such as lighting, heating, power, and luxury toilet facilities. If the ground is uneven, we can install a suspended floor to create a level, secure base. 

We coordinate closely with your other suppliers – including caterers, florists, and entertainers -to ensure the schedule runs smoothly. By the day before your wedding, the marquee will be fully in place and ready for final touches and table styling. 

This stage is where your ideas take shape. We supply a full range of interiors including linings, lighting designs, flooring options, tables, seating, and decorative elements. Some popular interior styles couples often choose include: 

• Rustic charm – Wooden trestle tables, festoon lighting, and natural textures like hessian and foliage. 

• Elegant and refined – Ivory pleated linings, chandeliers, and neutral tones paired with fresh florals. 

• Modern and minimal – Clean lines, white flat linings, and contemporary furniture for a sleek look. 

• Bohemian or festival-inspired – Colourful drapes, vintage rugs, low lounge seating, and layered lighting. 

If you are using them, we will also liaise with your wedding planner or styling team to ensure every element is considered. This attention to detail transforms your marquee hire for weddings into a beautifully curated space for your celebration. to ensure every element is considered. 

After the event, our team will return to dismantle the marquee and collect any hired items. This typically takes place the next day-or the following Monday for weekend weddings. 

Our crew will remove all equipment respectfully and efficiently, leaving the site clean. It’s part of our end-to-end service, refined through over 30 years of delivering exceptional events across South Wales and the South West. 

Setting up a wedding marquee involves careful planning and professional execution. With County Marquees, the process is managed seamlessly, with thoughtful guidance at every stage. Our goal is to provide a calm, reliable service to suit your big day, ensuring your celebration feels effortless and truly personal. Click here to find out more about our wedding marquees.