Construction
A marquee has got you covered, whatever the weather…
September 5, 2023
By Trafalgar Team

Make weather disruption a thing of the past with the right marquee

The UK’s changeable weather is always challenging for businesses, particularly in winter, when we have everything from freezing snow and ice to mild spring-like temperatures. Unfortunately, it’s not possible to change the weather or make the forecasting more accurate. What you can do is remove the unpredictable effects on your business with the right marquee…

Protection from the elements

In the autumn and winter months a marquee is the ideal way to stop rain (or snow) spoiling play. On a construction site, a marquee allows work to continue unhindered. In a pub, restaurant or cafe it means customers can still be seated outside in comfort.

Warm and cozy

We can supply a number of different heating solutions, too. When temperatures start to dip, patio heaters are a great way to keep marques with open sides warm. For a closed marquee, one of the most common options is indirect, thermostatically controlled heating that ducts warm air into a marquee. This will heat your marquee without sacrificing any internal space. For sites that only have electricity available, we can install hot water boiler systems instead.

Energy-saving insulation

We pride ourselves on supplying marquees that are comfortable season after season. In the cooler months this often means starting off with the right insulation, which is the simplest and most environmentally friendly way to keep the chill at bay.

For marquee hire throughout the autumn and winter we have a range of high quality, insulated, hard-sided marquees. On top of this we also supply specialised insulated linings, which regulate temperatures and reduce Co2 emissions. These lightweight, easy-to-install layers retain the heat in winter and the cool air in summer. As an added extra, we can even include a double-skinned, thermo insulated roof, for maximum effect.

Lighting, flooring, furniture and more

When the sun goes down, there are also plenty of lighting options so work or socialising can continue late into the night or early in the morning. No power? No problem! We also supply generators for those who need them. Plus, we can kit your marquee out with non-slip matting or hard flooring, a dance floor, a bar and any style of furniture you want, whether that’s formal tables and chairs or comfy sofas.

A quick fix

What’s more, our marquees can be installed in just a few hours and taken down just as quickly. Our temporary structures also require no groundworks. They can be placed on grass or hard standing (such as car parks) and even in tight spaces with limited access.

Flexible hire periods

So, whatever the size of your business, there’s something to suit. We offer a number of standard structures for every type of project and we can also create bespoke options to suit your specific needs. Plus, whether your timescale is months or just a few days, we have the answer. We supply a plethora of temporary structures for the hospitality and construction sectors, as well as schools and hospitals. These span a wide range of hire periods, from just a few days, to months or even years. Our temporary structures and buildings include everything from additional space for pubs, cafes and restaurants to workshops, canteens, warehousing and security control rooms, too.

Find your marquee

So, a marquee could be the answer to avoiding weather-related delays, keeping customers comfortable or finishing your construction project. Just take a look at our case studies and testimonials for more examples of how a protective structure can minimise the effects of the unpredictable winter weather.

Try our simple Marquee Hire Calculator Tool for an idea of costs. Alternatively, contact us directly on 01932 620060. Then we can discuss your exact requirements and explain how we can help.

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