MARQUEE VS STRETCH TENTS

STABILITY

Gala Tent marquees offer superior stability and durability compared to stretch tents. Made with heavy-duty materials, including strong steel frames and weather-resistant 240gsm Polyethylene (PE) or 650gsm PVC covers, Gala Tent marquees are designed to withstand the toughest weather conditions, especially the industrial strength Gala Tent Fusion marquees, which makes them ideal for outdoor events, no matter the season.

In contrast, stretch tents are made from lightweight and flexible (hence the name Stretch Tent) material that may be more susceptible to damage from wind and rain, particularly during extended periods of adverse weather.

EASE OF SET-UP

Gala Tent marquees are easy to set up and take down, and even the largest sizes can be erected in a matter of a few hours with an efficient team. With simple assembly instructions that come with the tent, or which can be downloaded from our website, and no complicated rigging required, Gala Tent marquees can be erected fairly simply by most people. This is especially important if you're planning an event that requires a quick turnaround time, you have other jobs that need to be completed, or if you're setting up in a location where access is limited. In contrast, stretch tents require a more complex rigging process that can take longer to set up, requiring more time and manpower.

FLEXIBILITY

Whilst the Stretch Tent may be literally more flexible than a marquee, Gala Tent marquees offer more flexibility in terms of customization. With a variety of sizes and styles available, Gala Tent marquees can be tailored to meet your specific needs. Whether you're hosting a small outdoor gathering or a large corporate event, there's a Gala Tent marquee that will fit your space requirements. Because we have been developing and supplying party tents and marquees for almost 25 years, we have developed a series of specific spare parts, accessories and enhancements. This means that you can choose from a range of accessories such as walls, windows, and doors to further customize the tent to suit your needs. Stretch Tents are much newer to the market and often made abroad, therefore spare parts and accessories may be much harder to come by.

SOPHISTICATION

Gala Tent marquees provide a more professional appearance compared to stretch tents. With a clean and structured look, they create a more polished and organized environment for your event. This is particularly important if you're hosting a corporate event, wedding or other formal occasion, as it adds an extra level of sophistication and elegance. Stretch Tents have a quirky charm that is of course eye-catching and can create a talking point, is that charm worth the difference in cost?

COST

Gala Tent marquees offer great value for money. They are quite often thousands of pounds cheaper than a similarly sized stretch tent. We have the strongest buying power on the UK market for the best quality tents, so Gala Tent marquees have unrivalled value-for-money. They offer long-term savings due to their durability and reusability. You can use your Gala Tent marquee for multiple events over the years, making it a worthwhile investment in your outdoor event setup.

Stretch Tents are relatively new to the market; therefore, pricing has some way to go before it catches up with the more established, and popular marquee.