The size of your marquee will depend on a number of things such as; how many guests you have invited, whether or not you want a
dance floor, stage, tables, bar, etc. A rough guide is that a 9m x 18m (162 Sq M) marquee will give you room for approx 288 people standing, 144 people sitting and eating and 88 people if there is a dance floor. These figures can be altered depending on your
exact requirements.

* Seating is based on 8 people sitting around a 5’ table with table service not allowing for any buffet tables. 
** A 20’ x 20’ dance floor would be suitable for approximately 100 people.

We can supply chairs and tables for your event which we sub-contract and can recommend suppliers for every other area of
concern from toilets to catering.

We supply all the equipment needed to provide light and power to your marquee. Usually power is taken from a normal household
supply (either via extension leads from plug sockets or direct from the fuse box into a distribution board), but generators can be used
when necessary.  More about electricity options.

The beauty of our marquees is that it is very simple to open up the sides to the fresh air which means that you can decide to use this
option during the day. Don’t forget that it can be cold in the evening (even in the Summer) and you should be prepared to budget
for some marquee heaters just in case. If you do not need them, you can always cancel the order nearer to the day.

Modern marquee heaters are very effective and marquee construction is greatly improved, it is unlikely that any guests would feel
cold (even in the depths of winter); marquees make ideal venues for Christmas and New Year parties.

Marquees are normally erected on Tue/Wed/Thu for a weekend event and they are taken down on Sun/Mon/Tue. This allows you,
the hirer, at least one day (and usually more) to add your personal touch to the decoration of the marquee. We can be flexible in accordance with your requirements.

This can be arranged, as required, subject to availability.

Modern frame marquees consist of a PVC cover over an aluminium frame. This looks very good as it is and is suitable for many types
of outdoor events. However, for an event like a wedding or business seminar, unlined marquees may look more utilitarian than you
would want. The addition of an internal lining gives the marquee an elegant finish which adds an air of true opulence to the venue.

We will always be as flexible as possible in order to accommodate your needs. Our wish is always to make sure that your event is a
total success and we will do everything we can to help within the limits of feasibility and the laws of physics!

A bit of uneven ground is not usually a problem but steep slopes do not lend themselves to a comfortable event for your guests.
If you have severely uneven/sloping ground it might be worth finding another site or using scaffolding to build a level area to erect
the marquee on.

Once constructed and properly anchored, our marquees are manufactured to withstand all but the strongest of storms
(winds up to 60 mph) in accordance with EC Safety Standards.

Marquees are normally secured with 2' stakes which are driven into the ground but these do not leave any permanent scarring and,
once removed, the holes soon disappear. The grass may suffer some discolouration but this, again, usually recovers within
10-14 days and we take every precaution not to damage flowerbeds.

It is always a good idea to make sure you are insured against Third Party and Public Liability risks when running any event
(even if it is a private function). Peninsula Marquees offers a Damage Waiver in its hire contract but it is not compulsory to use
this option.

The marquees are secured by 2' stakes driven into the ground; this can damage pipes and cables so we will need to know the
layout of any such items. In addition, we will conduct our own site survey to check clearances to the best of our ability.