Frequently Asked Questions

General Bell Tent Hire FAQs

What types of events do you provide bell tents for?

 

We supply amazing bell tents for weddings, private parties, celebrations, festivals, corporate retreats, and outdoor events of all sizes.

Yes. You can choose fully furnished bell tents with mattresses, matting, lighting, crate tables, bunting, and decorative touches, or opt for naked tents if you prefer a simpler setup.

Our standard 5m bell tents comfortably sleep up to 5-6 adults, with flexible layouts depending on whether guests choose doubles, singles, or mixed arrangements.

Yes. Most of our bookings take place on private land or land hired by our customers. We’ll help ensure access, spacing, and layout work for your site.

We deliver across a wide region including the South West, Midlands, Southern Counties, and Home Counties. You can explore our full coverage on our locations page.

Wedding Bell Tent FAQs

How many bell tents do we need for our wedding guests?

Most couples book one tent per couple, one per family, and one tent per 3–4 adults in friendship groups. Exact numbers depend on your guest list and preferred layouts.

Yes. Our Guest Booking Portal allows guests to book and pay for their own bell tents directly, removing admin and payment chasing for couples.

 

Yes. Many couples choose a dedicated honeymoon tent or a getting-ready tent near the main accommodation area. Pricing and options are clearly listed across our website.

 

 

Absolutely. We’ll work from your venue map or site layout to recommend the best tent positioning based on guest groupings, access routes, and communal areas.

 

Each tent is clearly labelled with a chalkboard showing the booking name, making arrival simple and stress-free for guests.

Party & Event Bell Tent FAQs

Are bell tents suitable for parties and celebrations?

Yes. Bell tents are perfect for birthday parties, anniversaries, family gatherings, and weekend celebrations where guests want to stay on site. Over the years we have provided Bell tents for almost every type of party. 

 

Definitely. On-site accommodation allows parties to run later, feel more relaxed, and often extend into a full weekend experience rather than a one-day event.

 

Yes. Guests often share tents in friendship groups, families, or couples, with flexible layouts depending on how people want to sleep.

 

We work with dedicated venues, but most party bookings take place on private or hired land where guests can stay overnight without venue restrictions.We can operate Bell tents amost anywhere though!

Booking, Delivery & Practicalities

Do you deliver, set up, and take everything down?

Yes. We handle the full delivery, setup, styling, and pack-down so your bell tent village is ready when guests arrive and completely cleared afterward.

 

Our standard hire period is three nights, typically covering Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights. Longer hires may be available on request.

 

Peak summer weekends book up quickly. We recommend booking 6–12 months in advance for weddings and large events, and as early as possible for parties during peak season. We can make bookings work within days if needed depending on availability. 

 

If your site doesn’t have facilities, we can recommend trusted suppliers for luxury toilets and showers.

 

All our bell tent hire pricing is available directly on our website. We believe pricing should always be clear and easy to find.

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