Why we Love Marquee Weddings at Foil
Many of our clients want to step away from the busy city and instead step into a rural paradise for their wedding; marquees give you total flexibility with your wedding location and often mean you can draw the celebrations out for a whole weekend (camping, anyone?).
Whilst they are by far the most complex to pull together, the end result of a marquee wedding planned by Foil is always a relaxed, beautiful countryside escape.
To perfect the planning, our couples often choose our 2 hour in-person planning session, to make sure all aspects and logistics are covered.
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Jen & Eddie’s Summer Garden Marquee Wedding
Jen & Eddie’s wedding was the perfect blend of relaxed elegance and personal touches, set against the backdrop of their family home. Guests were welcomed with cocktails in the garden before gathering beneath the family’s centuries old oak tree for a heartfelt ceremony, led by celebrant Laura Gimson. The couple’s much-loved dogs even made an appearance for portraits.
There was a feast of fire-cooked BBQ, surrounded by lush summer florals that really brought the space to life. Celebrations continued into the evening, and guests settled into on-site glamping, making the most of this outdoor, under-the-stars setting. A wedding full of warmth, personality, and unforgettable moments.
All Images: Lauren Knuckey Photography
Mariah & Jimmy’s Elegant Summer Marquee Wedding
On the hottest day of the year, Mariah & Jimmy celebrated their wedding in timeless style, starting with a beautiful church ceremony. The newlyweds and their guests then travelled to Jimmy’s family home for a sailcloth tent reception. Guests were greeted with refreshing cocktails and canapés, while a Spanish band played.
Stunning florals by Lex Hamilton filled the marquee, complementing the bespoke stationery designed by a close friend of the bride. With expert planning support from Foil (essential for marquee weddings!), every detail came together seamlessly for a day full of love, laughter, sunshine, and effortless elegance.
All Images: Maja Tsolo Photography
Juliet & Sam’s Joyful Marquee Wedding at Hamswell House
Set against the stunning backdrop of Hamswell House near Bath, Juliet & Sam’s wedding was a vibrant celebration from start to finish. After a heartfelt church ceremony, guests arrived at a marquee bursting with bold, joyful florals and long banquet tables.
Dinner Ladies served up an incredible feast before the marquee was seamlessly transformed from an elegant dining space into a lively dance floor. Juliet & Sam’s day was the perfect mix of classic romance and modern celebration.
All Images: Christophe Bourgeois
Kalina + Freddie /// Private Marquee Wedding
"It is hard for me to express the value that Kate and her assistant added to our marquee wedding reception. In fact, I would say having a coordinator is a must have for a DIY style wedding. The team helped with everything from helping fix my dress when I had a mishap to pulling the marquee sides down when it got cold and everything in between. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!"
Our favourite Marquee Wedding Locations
The best thing about a marquee wedding? You can hold one pretty much anywhere!
We've been up and down the UK delivering marquee weddings in some seriously beautiful spots, from family gardens in the home counties to manor grounds in the west country and everywhere in between. Marquees are easily the most logistically challenging wedding to pull off, but that's probably why we love them so much, there's a special satisfaction in seeing an empty field transformed into a luxurious wedding venue.
By having so much flexibility with a marquee wedding, we've been lucky enough to help our clients make the best use of each unique location, like Jen and Eddie's garden marquee wedding, or Christina and Brian's family home which created a stunning backdrop for their marquee wedding. Similarly, we've loved visiting marquee wedding venues such as Hamswell House in the cotswolds for Juliet and Sam's wedding, with the guests starting the day sipping champagne in walled gardens before heading down to the marquee to party late into the night. The benefit of all that outdoor space: No neighbours to upset!
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ChRistinA + BriAn's MarQuee Wedding Style:
ElegAnt + Rustic
C + B married at their local church before arriving in style at the groom's beautiful paternal home, they sipped champagne to a folk band before feasting on italian food and dancing the night away in their marquee at their own live piano bar.
All Images: Motiejus
Michaela and Kit's MarQuee Wedding Style:
COPY PENDING
Michaela & Kit’s wedding at Rugby School was a day of tradition, elegance, and thoughtful details. After a beautiful chapel ceremony, guests were led in a lively big band procession to the marquee, creating an incredible atmosphere from the start.
Inside the marquee, a live event illustrator captured special moments, adding a unique touch to the celebration. Every detail was seamlessly brought together with expert planning support from Foil, ensuring a smooth transition from ceremony to reception. A perfectly orchestrated day filled with character and style.
All Images: Steve Bridgwood Photography
Why a Coordinator is a Marquee Wedding Essential
We've been delivering marquee weddings since day one, so we know exactly what hurdles may crop up and how to overcome them seamlessly. Marquee weddings will often involve numerous suppliers with different requirements and plenty of last-minute decisions to make (especially where Great British weather is concerned) which is something you certainly don't want to be worrying about on your wedding day.
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How to plan a marquee wedding
A round-up of the steps you need to take (and key areas you might not have considered!) when planning a wedding in the countryside. Logistics, suppliers and more; this is your one-stop-shop for a perfect marquee wedding.