Stretch Tent Hire · London & the South East
StretchTents 4Hire
Waterproof stretch tents for weddings, parties, festivals, corporate events and community events. We deliver, professionally install and remove every tent.
The hire service
What is included?
We provide a professionally managed stretch tent hire service, including:
- The stretch tent and all rigging equipment
- Delivery to your event site
- Professional installation
- Removal after the event
- A proposed tent position and rigging layout
- RAMS and installation documentation
- Optional festoon lighting
We can also discuss longer hires and installations for festivals, venues and hospitality spaces.
Why a stretch tent
Flexible cover for outdoor events
A stretch tent gives you a covered outdoor space without enclosing the event in the way a traditional marquee can. The tent can be installed with open sides for views and airflow, or with selected sides lowered to provide additional shelter. We will recommend the most suitable layout based on your site, guest numbers and how you plan to use the space.
Stretch tents can be used for
Weddings and private parties
Festivals and public events
Bars and food areas
Live music and performances
Workshops and community activities
Corporate and hospitality events
Types of events
Stretch tents for different types of events
Our stretch tents can be used for private celebrations, public events and temporary hospitality spaces.
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Weddings and private parties
Create a covered area for dining, drinks, dancing or relaxing outdoors. The open-sided design allows the tent to remain connected to the garden or surrounding landscape. Festoon lighting can be added for evening events.
02
Festivals and public events
Stretch tents work well as performance spaces, bars, workshop areas, food courts, information points and covered audience areas. Our event-production background means we understand site plans, installation schedules, contractor access and event safety documentation.
03
Corporate events
Use a stretch tent for staff parties, receptions, away days, hospitality events and outdoor meetings. We will work with your venue or event producer to agree access, installation and removal times.
04
Community and cultural events
Our tents can provide practical covered space for performances, workshops, demonstrations, community meals and public activities.
About us
Experienced event people
The Stretch Tent 4 Hire is run by a team with practical experience delivering festivals, public events, performances and private celebrations.
We understand that a tent needs to do more than look good. It must suit the site, provide the right amount of usable space and be installed safely and on schedule.
Our priorities are straightforward
The right tent
Safe installation
Clear communication
Reliable service
Our tents
CHECK WHAT tents ARE available to hire
Our stretch tents provide flexible, waterproof cover for outdoor events across London and the South East. They can be installed in a range of configurations. The sides can remain open in good weather or selected edges can be lowered to provide more shelter. The exact setup will depend on the site, weather plan and how the space will be used.
10x15m Stretch Tent
10x15mUp to 80 guests
Freeform tensioned canvas, up to 80 guests
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When choosing a tent
It is important to consider more than the number of guests. You may also need space for:
- Tables and chairs
- A bar or food service area
- A stage or performance space
- A dance floor
- Technical equipment
- Entrances and emergency exits
- Accessible circulation routes
We will help you choose a suitable tent and layout.
Need help choosing?
Send us your guest numbers, event location and photographs of the space. We will advise you on the tent size, overall footprint and likely capacity.
Get advice and a quoteLive availability is based on existing bookings and our current stock. We'll confirm exact availability and a tailored quote once you enquire.
In their words
“The tent made a real difference to our garden party. It kept everyone together, provided shelter when the weather changed and still felt open to the garden. A straightforward and reliable service from start to finish.”
“We've used Stretch Tents 4 Hire for three seasons now and wouldn't trust anyone else with our site. The crew are meticulous, the canvas is immaculate, and the structure always feels part of the landscape rather than plonked on top of it.”
“The tent looked great and gave us exactly the covered space we needed. The team were helpful throughout, arrived when agreed and handled the whole installation without any fuss”
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Before you book
Space and ground requirements
Stretch tents need more space than the covered dimensions alone. As a general rule, please allow an additional 3m around every side of the tent for poles, ropes, stakes and safe installation.
Our standard installations use stakes driven approximately 1m into the ground. Before installation, the client or landowner must confirm that the proposed area is clear of underground electricity cables, water pipes, drainage, irrigation systems and other services.
Soft, stakeable ground is normally the simplest option. Patios, concrete and other hard surfaces require a different anchoring plan and must be discussed with us before booking.
Not sure whether your space is suitable? Send us photographs and approximate measurements, and we will advise you.
Questions & answers
Frequently asked.
Still have a question? Start an enquiry and we'll answer directly.
Enquire
Send us your date, location and guest numbers for a quote.
Tell us about your event. We'll reply with a quote, confirm availability, and set up a private client portal where you can review your RAMS, insurance and land permission form and track the hire through to installation and removal.