When it comes to planning an outdoor wedding, the main centre piece is the structure. It sets the tone for your day and gives your guests that first impression. While marquees have long been a popular choice for a traditional wedding, there’s no denying that tipis offer a modern, unique and more exciting alternative. Here’s why we believe tipis could be the perfect choice for your wedding!

1. Tipis Bring the Outdoors In

Marquees are typically large, white rectangle tents offering an “indoor” style of wedding. If you’re dreaming of an outdoor wedding, a marquee can therefore feel disconnected from the natural beauty surrounding it. In contrast, tipis are open and airy, with their unique structure allowing them to seamlessly blend with nature. The wooden poles, natural canvas, and open space create an authentic, rustic vibe that keeps you connected to the outdoors, making it feel more like a relaxed celebration than a formal indoor event.

2. Tipis Bring the Wow Factor

If you’re looking to wow your guests with something truly unique, tipis are the way to go. Marquees have been around for decades, so chances are, many of your guests have been to a wedding or event in a marquee before. Tipis, on the other hand, are a real showstopper. Their distinctive shape and the way they tower over your wedding site are guaranteed to leave a lasting impression on your guests. They feel fresh, exciting, and unexpected – exactly what you want for your big day!

3. Tipis = Natural Beauty

Whilst both structures are a blank canvas, Tipis require very minimal input to make them ready for a wedding celebration from the point of handover after your build day. This can also provide a saving on décor, especially as our packages include credit towards a selection of our awesome extras to make the day truly yours. The stunning wooden beams, natural canvas, and cosy firepit instantly creates a magical atmosphere. Anything extra you add is just a bonus. This can save you in both time and money and is perfect for a DIY style of wedding.

4. Tipis are versatile

Tipis are incredibly versatile in terms of layout, allowing you to have everything from a cosy ceremony space to a large dining area to a dance floor, all under one canvas. In addition, the circular shape and ability to add multiple tipis together allows you to create a bespoke layout designed exactly to your requirements, whether that’s 3 tipis full of seating or some key ‘zones’ such as a chill out area, dancing space and bar. We love seeing how every event is different and unique to each couple. Our handy floor planning tool allows you to truly create a bespoke layout for your day!

5. Ideal for all of the family

The relaxed feel you can create with a tipi wedding is perfect for guests of all ages. Not only this, but they’re pet friendly too – we’ve had dogs and even horses in attendance on our tipi wedding couples days! The cosy indoor atmosphere around the firepit is loved by the older guests, whilst our garden games and being able to run around the field for the day is perfect for any children in attendance! It’s an atmosphere you just can’t replicate at an indoor venue and sometimes, other structures limit that truly relaxed feel.

6. The home of the festival wedding

If you’re dreaming of a wedding with a relaxed, festival-inspired vibe, tipis are your best option. With their roots in celebration and outdoor living, tipis provide the perfect space for a fun, festival-style wedding. Think of firepits, fairy lights, street food, and dancing under the stars – all within the comfort of a tipi. Marquees carry a more traditional vibe that doesn’t reflect that of a festival atmosphere.

Ready to Choose a Tipi for Your Wedding?

If you’re planning a relaxed and fun wedding, where you truly want to embrace the outdoors – a tipi wedding is for you! If however you’re after a more traditional indoor celebration, a marquee may be more your style. Tipis provide an unforgettable wedding experience that’s unique, flexible, and fully connected to nature. Whether you’re planning a relaxed outdoor celebration or a stunning festival-style wedding, we’d love to provide the perfect structure for your day.

Want to learn more about our tipi packages or start planning your dream outdoor wedding? Get in touch with us today!