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Our blog is where you’ll find advice for planning your marquee wedding or party, from the logistics of planning this type of celebration to décor ideas, entertainment suggestions and more.

Ideas & Inspiration for your Marquee Event

Inside a Sail and Peg marquee planned by marquee wedding planner Natasha Spencer Weddings & Events
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Planning a marquee wedding at home in Kent, Surrey, Sussex, or the South East? Our expert luxury marquee planners guide you from site visit to flawless celebration, ensuring elegance, privacy, and a perfectly tailored wedding experience.

Your First Steps to Planning a Marquee Wedding: Site Visits, Layouts & Choosing the Right Structure

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newly engaged couple on a shoot with Lucie Watson Photography
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Congratulations on your engagement! Before you dive straight into planning your dream marquee wedding, take time to pause and celebrate. Whether it’s an intimate dinner, a relaxed gathering at home or an elegant marquee party, this moment deserves to be enjoyed. Expert advice from luxury wedding planner Natasha Spencer on how to celebrate your engagement in style.

Celebrating Your Engagement – Mark the Occasion Before You Plan Your Marquee Wedding

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Hosting an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration needn’t mean venturing out. This guide to creating a spectacular marquee party at home covers every detail, from the practicalities of a winter setting to the elegant styling that sets the scene. We offer expert advice on menu planning, entertainment, and timing to ensure your bespoke event is both effortless and utterly memorable, allowing you to ring in the new year in a style all your own.

Hosting a New Year’s Eve Party to Remember

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This wedding season so far has been filled with unforgettable marquee celebrations, from rustic sailcloths to elegant traditional pole tents. Discover the highlights, challenges, and expert advice from Natasha Spencer Weddings, a luxury marquee wedding planner in the South East, helping couples create timeless and personal celebrations.

The Season So Far of Luxury Marquee Weddings: Highlights, Challenges, and Advice

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Discover the elegance of Freddie and Joscha’s luxury marquee wedding at Haileybury School. With refined styling, personal touches, and expert planning, this celebration offers inspiration for couples seeking a bespoke marquee wedding. A must-read for anyone searching for experienced luxury wedding planners and timeless marquee design.

Freddie & Joscha – An April Wedding in Hertfordshire

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Intimate Wedding party dining under a stretch tent outside private stately home in Kent. Planned by luxury marquee wedding planner Natasha Spencer
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This blog provides expert guidance on creating the perfect timeline for a marquee wedding. Covering everything from ceremony timing to evening entertainment, it offers practical, experience-based advice on how to structure the day for a smooth, well-paced celebration. It also includes a detailed breakdown of key timings and highlights important logistical considerations unique to marquee events.

The Perfect Timeline for a Marquee Wedding

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A personal and professional reflection from a luxury marquee wedding planner on five things I would change about my own wedding, with the benefit of experience. From skipping a videographer to rethinking seating arrangements and marquee styling, each point includes practical advice for couples currently planning their day. It’s an honest, thoughtful guide designed to help others make informed, confident decisions while embracing the imperfections that come with any real wedding.

5 Things I Would Change About My Own Wedding

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Discover how to curate the perfect entertainment for your marquee wedding. From ceremony music to evening performances, explore expert tips on live bands, DJs, lighting, and planning logistics. Create an unforgettable atmosphere with entertainment that suits your space, style and guests.

Curating The Perfect Entertainment

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Planning a luxury marquee wedding or party? Don’t let hidden costs catch you out. From generators and toilets to lighting, flooring, and behind-the-scenes logistics, marquee events require careful budgeting. Discover the often-overlooked essentials to ensure your celebration is seamless, stylish, and stress-free. Expert insights from a specialist marquee planner.

The Hidden Costs of A Marquee Wedding or Party

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Lighting is the secret to transforming a marquee wedding into an unforgettable experience. From romantic lanterns in the garden to statement chandeliers over the dance floor, the right lighting sets the mood and enhances every detail. Discover how to use decorative and practical lighting to create a warm, elegant atmosphere that evolves seamlessly from day to night.

The Magic of Lighting and How It Can Transform Your Marquee Wedding

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Everything you need to know about planning your wedding from two expert wedding planners.

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