How to Customise Your Stretch Tent Event

A Blank Canvas That Works for Every Event

One of the best things about hiring a stretch tent is how easily it can be styled to reflect your event’s personality. From lighting and furniture to layout and decor, here’s how to make your stretch tent truly your own.

Whether you’re planning a wedding, birthday party, corporate event or festival, a stretch tent offers an adaptable foundation that can be transformed to match your theme, season or setting.

Unlike rigid marquees, stretch tents flow with the landscape and let your creativity shine — making every event feel one-of-a-kind.

1. Layout Planning: Shape Your Space

The way you arrange your tent interior makes a big difference to how your event feels.

Some popular setups include:

• Central seating with bar and food stations around the perimeter

• Zoned areas for lounging, dining and dancing

• Open-sided layout for summer events with uninterrupted views

• Semi-enclosed spaces for warmth and shelter during cooler months

We’ll help you plan a layout that fits your guest numbers, schedule and the mood you want to create.

2. Lighting: Set the Tone

Lighting is one of the easiest and most effective ways to enhance your stretch tent.

Some of our most popular lighting options include:

• Festoon lights – timeless and warm, ideal for garden parties and weddings

• Fairy lights – soft and romantic, great for evening events

• Uplighters – dramatic, especially when placed around tent poles

We handle installation and power safely, so you don’t have to worry about a thing.

3. Flooring: Comfort and Style from the Ground Up

Flooring can transform your tent from a casual shelter into a comfortable, event-ready venue. Options include:

• Woven matting – natural and rustic, ideal for summer events

• Dancefloors – perfect for parties and weddings

• Carpet runners – to create visual pathways or highlight key areas

All our flooring options are designed to be durable, safe, and attractive.

4. Furniture: Furnish to Match Your Theme

No matter your event style, we offer furniture to match — from minimal and modern to rustic and relaxed.

Options include:

• Long banquet tables with benches

• Round dining tables with folding chairs

• Bar counters and poseur tables

• Lounge areas with sofas, rugs and low tables

• Mix-and-match styles to create informal zones

Need something specific? We work with trusted partners to source bespoke items when required.

5. Bars, Fire Pits and Extras

Make your stretch tent event even more memorable with thoughtful extras:

• Pop-up bar units for serving drinks in style

• Fire pits to keep guests cosy and create a central social space

• Heaters for year-round comfort

• Generators if power supply is an issue

We’ll talk you through all the available options and recommend what suits your space and budget best.

6. Personal Touches That Make It Yours

From colour palettes and flowers to table settings and props, it’s the personal touches that make your event stand out.

We’ve seen everything from disco balls and bunting to handmade signage and vintage furnishings. If you’re working with a planner or stylist, we’re happy to collaborate to ensure your stretch tent complements the wider design perfectly.