Big thanks to Jessica of Jessica Sharpe Weddings for this blog piece around creating the perfect marquee layout in a Wills marquee. Let’s dive right in to see what Jessica has to say about her ultimate floorplan:
When we collaborate on your marquee wedding, we’ll create a floorplan tailored to suit your needs perfectly. With my vast experience of marquee weddings, I understand how best to plan a marquee design that surpasses your wildest dreams. Collaborating with Wills marquees, I’ve designed my perfect marquee floorplan here, let me walk you through it!
My marquee floorplan is a beautifully designed layout that offers distinct zones for a seamless flow throughout the wedding celebration. Here’s how the layout breaks down:
Grand Entrance and Walkway: The layout features a central entrance connected by a “T”-shaped walkway that creates a grand approach to the marquee. This pathway provides a sense of arrival and connects the main areas of the celebration.
Dining and Reception Area: On the left, the marquee has a spacious dining section featuring circular tables, perfect for an elegant seated dinner. The layout maximizes guest comfort and offers an ideal setup for intimate conversations. A top table or a more intimate dining section might be designated at the end for the wedding party or close family, ensuring they have a central position.
Dance Floor and Entertainment Zone: In the center of the main marquee is a prominent dance floor, marked by a rectangular space. Adjacent to this is a stage area, likely for a live band or DJ to entertain guests. Surrounding the dance floor are soft seating arrangements—curved banquette-style lounge furniture—offering a relaxed vibe for guests who want to take a break from dancing.
Bar and Cocktail Lounge: To the right of the dance floor, the floorplan includes a stylish cocktail lounge with informal seating. This area is perfect for mingling and serves as a chic spot to enjoy signature drinks. The bar itself is strategically placed for easy access yet blends effortlessly into the overall flow of the marquee.
Chill-Out Lounge: A connected smaller marquee to the right acts as a chill-out lounge, featuring cozy seating and a more intimate ambiance. This area could also serve as a photo booth zone or a quiet retreat for guests.
Service and Catering Areas: Practicality is considered with designated areas for catering and service, placed discreetly near the main dining area. This ensures smooth service while keeping these functional elements out of sight.
Outdoor Spaces: The inclusion of outdoor elements—visible in areas outside the marquee structure—suggests opportunities for alfresco dining, games, or a welcome drinks reception.
Overall, this marquee floorplan exudes luxury and thoughtful design, balancing elegance with functionality. The distinct zones allow guests to transition effortlessly from ceremony to dining, dancing, and relaxing, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable experience for all.
Wills are constantly and continuously looking for new ways to innovate within the marquee market. Their newest unique proposition is the Wills Platform. A flooring designed to cover slopes up to 500mm (without bracing), to function over ground clearance as low as 50mm and all finished off with a choice of polished wood or event carpet for the flooring. A completely unique proposition for sailcloth marquees, which typically need flat ground to sit on. Find your local Wills Marquee supplier here
Hiring a wedding planner for a marquee wedding is essential because these types of weddings come with unique complexities that require expert oversight. We’ll work together to plan you’re perfect wedding in a cohesive and enjoyable manner. Jessica Sharpe Weddings is an award-winning UK wedding planning service combining seamless wedding planning with exceptional and undivided service levels. Inspired by you, to create meaningful celebrations and immersive designs. Your wedding will be an experience that you’ll remember forever, and that your guests will be talking about for years to come.
Written by Jessica Sharpe Weddings
