M & R Marquees

03/08/2024

New to our hire stock, this year is a 15ft x 15ft Oak Effect Dance Floor, keep the rustic feel of your event, a larger floor can be hired depending on your event, to know more about this item, please contact us.

03/08/2024

It's quite strange this year for work. I have not really done much to social media for some time, note to self must do better .
Well a quick update.
We have been busy with weddings etc with our next job to set up for on Monday which is the famous North Devon Show 2024 @ Umberleigh.
So here's to good weather we hope. Long may this continue.

28/06/2024

I have a person asking for wooden style picnic benches for their wedding, does any one know where I might be able to hire some. 6 required

Any suggestions please.

04/03/2024

It's coming to that time of year again where we will start to need more bodies to help erect and dismantle the marquees etc. You must be physically fit and have own transport to get to our yard, starting next month, covering the main months of May to September. if this suits you contact us.

28/01/2024

Wedding Fayre just opened, pop in to see us.

22/01/2024

We are getting ready this week for this wedding fayre, with less than a week to go. It will be nice to get back to this one, as the last full size wedding fayre was before covid.
Come along and grab a few ideas and contacts for you big day.
See you there.

❤️IT'S JUST 1 WEEK❤️ until the Old, Something New Wedding Fayre here at The Old Barn ... and we're so excited! Please like this post if you're excited too!

On Sunday January 28 10.30am-3pm you can see our fabulous DIY wedding venue all dressed up - and meet more than 50 trusted local wedding suppliers. It’s a great opportunity to gather ideas for your special day, is free to visit and there's no need to book. Everyone is welcome, whether you’ve already booked your wedding with us, are interested in viewing The Old Barn, or are just looking for inspiration and suppliers. Find out more here> https://oldbarnwedding.co.uk/wedding-fair

14/01/2024

Come and see us here, we will be inside the door of the main arena.
Come talk to us for your requirements for one of the biggest days of your life, tailored to suit your every need.

We also hire without a marquee, so if you require tables, chairs, lighting, staging, dancefloor & bar fronts, come and say hello.

We look forward to seeing you on the day.

It's just 2 weeks today!!!! We're so excited for the Something Old, Something New wedding fayre here at The Old Barn on January 28th. Please tag or tell anyone you know who would like to come to the South West's most inspirational wedding fayre!
❤️Get ideas on all aspects of your wedding including hair and makeup, food and drink, photography, styling, entertainment, cakes and flowers
💜See our 17th century DIY wedding barn all dressed up for the day
💚Have a go on our dodgems – available for private hire with weddings at The Old Barn
Following the success from previous years, and with over 50 fabulous exhibitors expected to be showcasing their talents, this event is always vibrant and fun – and you’ll be one step closer to adding the finishing touches to your day.
The fayre is from 10.30am-3pm, entry is free, and you don’t need to book ... see you there! More> https://oldbarnwedding.co.uk/wedding-fair/

06/01/2024

Looking back on some of the jobs we have been on in 2023, could not be better. With weddings most weekends, birthdays, trade & agricultural shows, an not to mention some other excellent jobs. From Children In Need, Harrogate Convention Vrntre, Martin Lewis Christmas Special, Royal Lancaster Hotel and more.
We can wait to be a part of the upcoming events in 2024.
Here just a small selection of photos

17/12/2023

16/12/2023

Chivenor Military Wives currently on stage.

14/12/2023

White star cloth. At De Vere Water Park

10/12/2023

It has been a little windy and with rain in the forcast this past week, still has not stopped us.
We have been at Castle Hill Estate again for illuminated event with a marquee and fairy lighting in the marquee, with LED coloured uplighters in the west wing.
Yesterday was the Sgt's mess in Chivenor with Vicky at Do Me A Favour, we supplied 60m of Starcloth for their Great Gatsby themed event, it should have been two 30m walls as a walkway only to be changed to around the room on arrival on site.

05/12/2023

We were delighted to be a part of the Teachers Rock Choir in Exeter Cathedral.
Some of our LED Uplighters were taken by Westley Knight who worked with us last year, to help cover this event.
I am very pleased with the photo's he sent to. But this photo was taken by Ian Parker and has given his permission for me to use it. Please like and share.
Happy Birthday Ian I glad you enjoyed this.

02/12/2023

Are you having a Christmas get together??. Just wondering what to do for a little entertainment.
We have for hire large games.

Connect 4
Jenga
Noughts & Crosses
Sack race
Tog O War
£20 each or 3 for £50
Based on 3 day / weekend hire.

Email or call for availability.

18/11/2023

Further to the last post on here, an update on the last week for us.
Myself & Jordan have been back to manchester with S & H Technical Support for Children In Need last night.
Today I drove back home and Jordan carried on to Blackpool Tower Ball Room Ready to Dismantle the set on Strictly Come Dancing.

15/11/2023

Another couple busy days gone by, with yet more work locations, this time Manchester, with a good bunch of lad's to work with. 50m x 7m Starlight Backdrop for the Martin Lewis Money Program.
With another show not yet aired.
Working along side S & H Technical Support Ltd from Ilfracome. Now time for a day off before Friday.

12/11/2023

Friday night we had the pleasure to be a big part of the Chemohero Ball of 2023 at the Cedars Inn Barnstsple.
We supplied all the lighting and also some of the entertainment to fill the gaps between the bands.
The staging area was set up by us and Chris Horrell, a great friend and also friends who donated their time for a fantastic cause that means so much to the people it supports

12/11/2023

12/11/2023

Although the Marquee season is technically finished for us that does not stop us. Monday to Wednesday this past week saw us working with S&H Technical Support based in Ilfracombe at the Harrogate Convention Centre a great bunch of people to work with.
I have to admit when you walk in to a room that is 20m wide and 70m long and they say we are doing a pea light canopy in the Roof. it was very time consuming and looks stunning when lit.

06/11/2023

On route to Harrogate

05/11/2023

Here's a challenge for anyone, limited spaces, so book in quick.
As a small company it's always great to be asked to be involvement in any special event and this one is no different.
We are supplying a marquee in 2 locations in a race against time.
The first is to erect the marquee near Poole in Dorset to welcome the cyclists as they arrive from the first leg of this epic adventure.
The following morning the cyclist will leave to catch the ferry. While we dismantle the marquee and load are we race against time for us to catch the ferry and re-erect the marquee ready for the cyclists arrival in Ramville.
Once this event is over its a race against time to get back and erect a marquee for a wedding. So much to do and minimal time to do it, but we like a challenge ourselves.
To be involved in history is always a great thing to make memories is priceless. Take opertunities when the arrive and enjoy it.
Our relatives fought for us now it's time to recognise that.
If you wish to be involved in this? contact this event on their page. You won't be disappointed.

Our big challenge for 2024 is RIDE TO HORSA. Entries are open for this epic 3-day ride which will culminate in the unveiling of a very special new memorial at Horsa Bridge in Normandy.
We need 150 cyclists to take part and help us to raise the vital funds needed for the memorial and to support our work.
Register before 1st December for a 10% earlybird discount!
veteranscharity.org.uk/horsa

28/10/2023

Don't for get tonight, some tickets are still available, or £10 on the door will get you your ticket, proceeds all go to the childrens play area at the village hall playing field., message me if you still want to come along, or message Nicola Jayne Murch or Rachael Williams. Fancy dress is optional starts 7.30

30/09/2023

What a surprise this was for the birthday girl, great friends to be with for this occasion.
I have worked with Rachael & Jermy of Rachael’s Bakery & Tearoom on many occasions and knowing Rachael like we do, she likes to know everything that's going on, keeping a secret like this very quiet was one of the hardest things to do.
It started by Lucy (an old school friend) asking me to DJ again and come out of retirement for one night. I've not officially retired this side but after being a DJ for some 28 years the marquees have now taken over. I spoke with Jermy after this and wondering about space at the clubhouse, it was decided to move to the sports hall instead.

The scene was set, were all set up, guests arrived just waiting on the birthday girl too put in a elegant appearance as she does so well.

A very shocked person and completely lost for words Racheal entered the room.
Completely overwhelmed that we managed to pull off the party of the 1/2 century. Family & friends from as far as Scotland to celebrate with her........

Only one line says it all.......... the rest is history. Happy Birthday Rachael.

30/09/2023

16th September saw us yet again at Halsannery Bideford for another wedding.
We are waiting for a couple photos to come through to use of the finished marquee before the guests arrived.
3 runs of rustic tables were to be laid out with a top table across the end.
We do love a marquee with panoramic windows and gables. Above the linings we're a full white fairy light canopy.

30/09/2023

9th September we lined out the Polyfield Centre in East The Water Bideford for s lovely couple who got married. If you know this community Centre this transformed the Hall.
The new management we so impressed to wanted you all to see this is a very usable space.