School Marquee Hire

School Marquee Hire

A space the school
community can share

A great school event brings everyone together – students, families, teachers, and the wider community – and our marquees can help make that moment feel even more special. With a bright, inviting space that stands out on the field or playground, a marquee becomes the heart of the day: a place where people gather, celebrate, and enjoy everything the school has planned.

School Marquee Hire

The perfect setting for any school event

Whether it’s a summer fair, sports day, open evening, speech day or a festive celebration, a marquee gives your school a comfortable, weatherproof area that feels cheerful and welcoming. It creates a clear hub for activities, performances, food stalls, or information, making the whole event easier to navigate and more enjoyable for everyone.

Equipment hire

Recommended for school events

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Traditional Marquees

Traditional Marquees

Framed Marquees

Framed Marquees

Stretch Tent Marquees

Stretch Tent Marquees

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School Marquee Hire

Let’s see what we can do for your event

A marquee doesn’t just add shelter – it adds atmosphere. It helps turn a simple school event into a memorable occasion families look forward to year after year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If you are in need of a marquee for your school and have some questions about any of our services, please take a look at our FAQs. Here, you’ll find answers to some of the most common queries about our marquee and equipment hire services, helping you plan your event with confidence and ease.

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  • We loved working with Shipseys and would strongly recommend them! We rented a large marquee plus catering marquee, as well as a refrigerated van, stage, dancefloor, tables, chairs, barrels, and more from them. They were very accommodating, gave us lots of support with our decisions, and were a big help on the day itself. Thanks to the whole team! It was really a joy working with you all.

    James and Aron

  • HUGE thanks to you and all the team at Shipseys. You were completely on top of the changes of scenery, timing, moving everything as needed, thank you so much. And such a pleasure to work with a happy motivated team, makes us think already about planning the next occasion!

    Robin

  • Thank you for everything you did to make Conor and Emma's wedding so perfect. The whole experience from start to finish was first class, your staff are incredible. We can't praise enough! The day went off so wonderfully and your massive efforts played a huge part.

    Alison and Ido

  • We have worked with Shipseys for many years because, in our eyes, they are simply the best at what they do. Nothing is ever too much trouble and the ideas they bring to life for our events are second to none. We first approached Shipseys because of their ability to activate locally. Now with our national clients, they are always so impressed, not only with the Marquees or equipment provided but also with the professionalism, efficiency and care given.

    Ross | Roam Catering Ltd

  • It has been a pleasure to have worked with Shipseys over the past 15 or so years. You get a great personal and friendly service that you wouldn't expect from a big corporate. Nothing is too much trouble and as a customer you are always made to feel important and valued. Shipseys are very professional in what they do and you can always rely on them to provide what has been requested and agreed upon professionally.

    Jason | The Three Lions

  • As a charity who has had a long association with Shipseys the committee members over the years have had a wonderful relationship with the team. Nothing is too much when planning months in advance and during the marquees being set up and coming down. We look forward to many more years working together

    Wylye Valley Disabled Children’s Charity

  • Downton Cuckoo Fair have been hiring Shipsey’s marquees for over twenty years. Their marquees are sturdy, well-constructed and stable in all weather conditions. The team who erect them are professional, courteous and always leave the site looking spotless. The back office team provide excellent pre-sales support and have a wealth of experience that the Fair benefits from. They also cope well with our many last-minute changes – nothing is too difficult for them. I think if asked they could erect a marquee on the top of Snowdon!

    Downton Cuckoo Fair

  • The annual Whiteparish Band's Night and Fete have hired the marquees for our events from Shipsey's for many years. Tim and his team have always provided us with excellent, timely and helpful service to make our events run smoothly. Thank you to everyone at Shipseys.

    Whiteparish Band's Night and Fete

  • Your team were brilliant, so polite and very efficient. Matt was so easy to work with.

    Hampshire Countryside Day