Yorkshire Marquee Hire

What Yorkshire Marquee Hire does

Yorkshire Marquee Hire is a privately-held, founder-owned UK company that rents temporary marquee structures for weddings, corporate events, anniversaries, and community gatherings across Yorkshire, operating from bases in Leeds (Horsforth) and Barnsley. The company offers a tiered marquee portfolio: Standard marquees (6m x 6m, 6m x 12m, 9m x 6m) starting at £600, Large marquees (10m, 12m, 15m widths), and Elite marquees manufactured by German firm RÖDER featuring clear-span aluminium frames with no internal support poles, 750gsm PVC covers, Georgian-style windows, and wind resistance up to 50mph. Products are sourced from multiple manufacturers (RÖDER Germany, Kibæk Denmark, Gala Tent UK) to accommodate varied customer budgets and capacity requirements of 30 to 500+ guests.

The revenue model is a one-time hire fee per event covering delivery, installation, and collection, with separately priced optional add-ons (flooring, lighting, heating, furniture, bars, dance floors, toilets, PA systems) sourced from partner suppliers but managed through Yorkshire Marquee Hire as a single point of contact. Pricing is transparent and tiered, with a 30% deposit (or £250 minimum) securing bookings and the balance due 48 hours before installation. The go-to-market is sales-led and direct-to-consumer, with customers reaching the company via phone (0113 880 5354), web enquiry, or Google Business Profile; complimentary site visits are offered for consultation and measurement. Marketing is primarily organic: SEO-optimized location pages for each Yorkshire town, educational blog content, and a 5-star Trustpilot rating built on 14 customer reviews. The company previously operated as 'Yorkshire Meadow Marquees', has executed high-profile projects including a Princess Anne royal opening and a celebrity wedding, and is certified to British Standards BS5438 and BS7837 for fire safety, adhering to MUTA's temporary structures code of practice.

Name

Yorkshire Marquee Hire

Legal name

Yorkshire Marquee Hire

Website

https://yorkshiremarqueehire.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Yorkshire Marquee Hire is a privately-held UK regional marquee hire company renting temporary event structures from bases in Leeds and Barnsley across Yorkshire, serving weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations with capacities from 30 to 500+ guests.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Equipment Rental

NAICS

General Rental Centers (532310)

akta.pro primary industry

Tent & Canopy Rentals (HSACAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Event Furniture Rentals (Tables, Chairs, Lounge) (HSACAFAB), Corporate Event Rentals (Furniture, Staging, Tents) (HSACADAI)

Keywords

• Marquee hire services
• Event tent rental
• Wedding marquees
• Outdoor event structures
• Temporary event venues

Headquarters

HQ city

Leeds

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Marquee Hire Services: Primary revenue from temporary marquee hire including delivery, setup, and collection. Pricing based on marquee size and duration. Includes base hire packages starting at £600 for standard marquees, with larger Elite marquees commanding higher rates. Additional revenue from optional extras including flooring, lighting, heating, tables, chairs, bars, dance floors, and toilet facilities.
2. Interior Furnishings and Accessories: Separate pricing for interior decorations, furniture, and equipment including wall linings, carpet or hard flooring, heating, tables and chairs, electronics, PA systems, and toilet facilities. Customers select from partner suppliers with single point of contact management through Yorkshire Marquee Hire.
3. Site Preparation Services: Additional charges for challenging terrain including slopes requiring scaffold base solutions. Custom solutions for uneven ground using raised boarded bases atop scaffolding framework.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Yorkshire Marquee Hire rents, delivers, erects, and collects temporary marquee structures for weddings, private celebrations, corporate events, and community gatherings across Yorkshire, UK. The offering includes standard and large PVC marquees as well as premium clear-span Elite marquees manufactured by RÖDER in Germany, with optional interior furnishings, flooring, lighting, heating, bars, dance floors, and toilet facilities coordinated through a single point of contact.

Product overview

Yorkshire Marquee Hire offers a single unified service for temporary marquee hire rather than a modular software platform. The core offering consists of Standard Marquees (6m-9m sizes for intimate events), Large Marquees (10m-15m sizes for up to 500 guests), and Elite Marquees by RÖDER (premium clear-span marquees with no internal supports). These marquees can be customized with add-on products including furniture, flooring, heating, lighting, dance floors, bars, electronic systems, and toilet facilities. The company provides delivery, setup, and disassembly services throughout Yorkshire.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Standard Marquee Hire Standard PVC marquees in sizes 6m x 6m, 6m x 12m, and 9m x 6m with sturdy steel framework, high-quality PVC covers, and modular design. Suited for domestic events, garden parties, intimate weddings, and celebrations hosting 30 to 120 standing guests. Includes delivery, erection, and collection.
• Large Marquee Hire Professional-grade marquees in 10m, 12m, and 15m widths seating up to 320 guests with standing capacity exceeding 500. Suited for large weddings, corporate functions, and major events. Includes delivery, erection, and collection.
• Elite Marquees by RÖDER Premium clear-span marquees manufactured in Germany by RÖDER featuring 750gsm PVC covers, commercial aluminium framework wind-rated to 50mph, Georgian-style windows with blinds, and elimination of internal support bars. Suited for high-end weddings and corporate events requiring unobstructed interior space.
• Marquee Furniture and Décor Range of optional interior furnishings and décor including wall linings and drapes, carpet or hard flooring, tables and chairs, heating, dance floors, bars, and electronic or PA systems. Suited for customers wanting a fully dressed marquee interior.
• Toilet Facilities Connectable toilet block facilities to provide guests with weather-protected amenities during marquee events.

Quantifiable outcome

• Marquees can accommodate 30 to 400+ guests
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• RÖDERcoreTechnology or IntegrationGerman manufacturer of Elite marquees. RÖDER marquees feature clear-span technology with aluminium frames, providing open interior spaces without internal supports. Company states 'Manufactured in Germany, our robust structures provide you with the most excellent outdoor setting.' Elite marquees include 750gsm PVC covers.
• RÖDERcoreTechnology or IntegrationProfessional grade clear-span marquees manufactured by industry-leading German company RÖDER. All Elite marquees are RÖDER products, designed for optimum durability and quality with innovative clear-span system eliminating support bars.
• Gala TentcoreTechnology or IntegrationUK manufacturer of marquees to British Standard requirements BS5438 and BS7837. Company has over 20 years experience in development and innovation of garden structures, trusted by LEGO, Virgin, the RAF, and major film production companies.
• KibækcoreTechnology or IntegrationDanish manufacturer of marquees used alongside Gala Tent products to offer competitive packages. Kibæk marquees feature premium quality finishes.
• Stems DesignminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHuddersfield-based wedding florist providing floral décor for marquee events. Collaborated on celebrity wedding project featuring 'beautiful floral décor by Stems Design.'
• Furniture and Decor SuppliersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMultiple furniture and décor partners providing wall linings, carpet flooring, hard flooring, tables, chairs, heating, bars, dance floors, electronic and PA systems, and toilet facilities. Company acts as single point of contact coordinating deliveries and setup with these suppliers.
• MUTA (Temporary Structures Industry)coreOthersCompany adheres to MUTA's 'Safe Use and Operation of Temporary Demountable Fabric Structures' code of practice. Referenced in Hire Agreement as governing standards for all equipment hire.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Marquee Hire UK: National UK marquee hire company offering similar temporary structure solutions for weddings and events. Provides comparable product types (frame and clear-span marquees) with full delivery and installation services.
• Big Top Marquees: UK marquee hire company providing temporary structures for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Competes directly in the same product category (clear-span and framed marquees), serving similar customer segments with comparable service delivery.
• Festival Marquees: UK marquee hire firm specializing in event and wedding marquees with similar capacity ranges and modular sizing. Direct competitor in the same horizontal market serving weddings, corporate functions, and private celebrations.
• Premier Marquees: UK marquee hire company offering similar wedding and event marquee rental services across multiple regions. Comparable in product range (modular marquees of varying sizes), customer base (weddings, corporate, private), and service model (delivery, setup, collection).
• The Marquee Company: UK marquee hire business supplying marquees for weddings, parties, and corporate events. Comparable in service scope, customer base, and operational model with delivery, setup, and collection included.

Emerging players

• Neptunus: European temporary structure provider offering larger-scale marquees and event halls for corporate events and exhibitions. Comparable product category but with focus on larger commercial installations rather than wedding/personal events.
• HTS Clever Hire: UK-based temporary structure hire company offering modular and clear-span structures for events. Comparable in product category (premium marquee structures) but with broader commercial focus including exhibitions and large-scale events.

Others

• Gala Tent: UK marquee manufacturer supplying standard marquees to Yorkshire Marquee Hire. Acts as a supplier with British Standard fire-rated fabric certifications, also sells directly to consumers as a broader market participant.
• RÖDER Group: German manufacturer of high-quality clear-span marquees and temporary structures. Yorkshire Marquee Hire is a customer and reseller of RÖDER Elite marquees, making this a key supplier relationship rather than direct competitor.

Regional players

• All Occasion Marquees: UK regional marquee hire company operating in specific geographies with similar event-focused offerings. Comparable in scale and product category but typically serves a different geographic region than Yorkshire.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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