Stretch tent glowing at dusk on a Kent hillside

Stretch Tent Hire · London & the South East

StretchTents 4Hire

Waterproof stretch tents for weddings, parties, festivals, corporate events and community events. We deliver, professionally install and remove every tent.

The hire service

What is included?

We provide a professionally managed stretch tent hire service, including:

  • The stretch tent and all rigging equipment
  • Delivery to your event site
  • Professional installation
  • Removal after the event
  • A proposed tent position and rigging layout
  • RAMS and installation documentation
  • Optional festoon lighting

We can also discuss longer hires and installations for festivals, venues and hospitality spaces.

Stretch tent installed in a park

Why a stretch tent

Flexible cover for outdoor events

A stretch tent gives you a covered outdoor space without enclosing the event in the way a traditional marquee can. The tent can be installed with open sides for views and airflow, or with selected sides lowered to provide additional shelter. We will recommend the most suitable layout based on your site, guest numbers and how you plan to use the space.

Looking out from under a stretch tent over a wildflower field

Stretch tents can be used for

Weddings and private parties
Festivals and public events
Bars and food areas
Live music and performances
Workshops and community activities
Corporate and hospitality events

Types of events

Stretch tents for different types of events

Our stretch tents can be used for private celebrations, public events and temporary hospitality spaces.

Weddings and private parties

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Weddings and private parties

Create a covered area for dining, drinks, dancing or relaxing outdoors. The open-sided design allows the tent to remain connected to the garden or surrounding landscape. Festoon lighting can be added for evening events.

Festivals and public events

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Festivals and public events

Stretch tents work well as performance spaces, bars, workshop areas, food courts, information points and covered audience areas. Our event-production background means we understand site plans, installation schedules, contractor access and event safety documentation.

Corporate events

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Corporate events

Use a stretch tent for staff parties, receptions, away days, hospitality events and outdoor meetings. We will work with your venue or event producer to agree access, installation and removal times.

Community and cultural events

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Community and cultural events

Our tents can provide practical covered space for performances, workshops, demonstrations, community meals and public activities.

About us

Experienced event people

The Stretch Tent 4 Hire is run by a team with practical experience delivering festivals, public events, performances and private celebrations.

We understand that a tent needs to do more than look good. It must suit the site, provide the right amount of usable space and be installed safely and on schedule.

Our priorities are straightforward

The right tent
Safe installation
Clear communication
Reliable service
Stretch tent lit with festoon lights at dusk
Stretch tent set up on a grass field

Our tents

CHECK WHAT tents ARE available to hire

Our stretch tents provide flexible, waterproof cover for outdoor events across London and the South East. They can be installed in a range of configurations. The sides can remain open in good weather or selected edges can be lowered to provide more shelter. The exact setup will depend on the site, weather plan and how the space will be used.

8x8m Dome Tent

8x8m Dome Tent

8x8m

Up to 40 guests

From £1,200Enquire →
10x10m Dome Tent

10x10m Dome Tent

10x10m

Up to 60 guests

From £1,500Enquire →
8x10m Stretch Tent

8x10m Stretch Tent

8x10m

Up to 60 guests

Compact freeform tent, up to 60 guests

From £1,500Enquire →
10x15m Stretch Tent

10x15m Stretch Tent

10x15m

Up to 80 guests

Freeform tensioned canvas, up to 80 guests

From £2,000Enquire →
15m Star Tents

15m Star Tents

15x15m

Up to 200 guests

From £2,100Enquire →
20x15m Stretch Tent

20x15m Stretch Tent

20x15m

Up to 200 guests

From £3,500Enquire →

When choosing a tent

It is important to consider more than the number of guests. You may also need space for:

  • Tables and chairs
  • A bar or food service area
  • A stage or performance space
  • A dance floor
  • Technical equipment
  • Entrances and emergency exits
  • Accessible circulation routes

We will help you choose a suitable tent and layout.

Need help choosing?

Send us your guest numbers, event location and photographs of the space. We will advise you on the tent size, overall footprint and likely capacity.

Get advice and a quote

Live availability is based on existing bookings and our current stock. We'll confirm exact availability and a tailored quote once you enquire.

In their words

“The tent made a real difference to our garden party. It kept everyone together, provided shelter when the weather changed and still felt open to the garden. A straightforward and reliable service from start to finish.”
Private event customer · South London
“We've used Stretch Tents 4 Hire for three seasons now and wouldn't trust anyone else with our site. The crew are meticulous, the canvas is immaculate, and the structure always feels part of the landscape rather than plonked on top of it.”
The Royal Parks · Greenwich Park
“The tent looked great and gave us exactly the covered space we needed. The team were helpful throughout, arrived when agreed and handled the whole installation without any fuss”
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Before you book

Space and ground requirements

Stretch tents need more space than the covered dimensions alone. As a general rule, please allow an additional 3m around every side of the tent for poles, ropes, stakes and safe installation.

Our standard installations use stakes driven approximately 1m into the ground. Before installation, the client or landowner must confirm that the proposed area is clear of underground electricity cables, water pipes, drainage, irrigation systems and other services.

Soft, stakeable ground is normally the simplest option. Patios, concrete and other hard surfaces require a different anchoring plan and must be discussed with us before booking.

Not sure whether your space is suitable? Send us photographs and approximate measurements, and we will advise you.

Questions & answers

Frequently asked.

Still have a question? Start an enquiry and we'll answer directly.

Enquire

Send us your date, location and guest numbers for a quote.

Tell us about your event. We'll reply with a quote, confirm availability, and set up a private client portal where you can review your RAMS, insurance and land permission form and track the hire through to installation and removal.

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Your details

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The event

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Logistics

Site address for the tent *

We auto-calculate travel distance from our depot (SE2 0BP).

Invoice address

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Additional information

Upload any CAD drawings or site photos so we can design the rig.

Stretch Tents 4 Hire

Stretch Tents 4 Hire are London and South East's most considered events company. Stretch tent hire, delivery and rigging across Greater London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Essex and Hertfordshire.

Territory

  • Greater London
  • Kent & Surrey
  • Sussex & Essex
  • Hertfordshire

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