Funky Monkey Tents

17/10/2025

🎀 I'm just going to leave this here 🎀

I'm not mentioning the C word 🤫

Workshop information coming soon...but keep 25th Nov & 2nd Dec free for a wonderful evening back with our friends 🎄

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05/10/2025

Wedding law in the UK is changing and it could open the door to legal ceremonies in marquees, fields, and outdoor spaces 🎉
We’ve put together a guide to what’s happening, when, and why it matters.

Read our blog:

The UK government has announced what it describes as the biggest overhaul to marriage law since the 19th century. These reforms are designed to modernise how and where people can marry in England and Wales and they could create exciting new opportunities for outdoor and marquee weddings. n October 2...

29/09/2025

If anyone is looking for a beautiful venue The Lakeside still has some 2026 dates available. These normally get snapped up really quickly so I wouldn't hang around in making an enquiry.

2026 - Final Remaining Dates Discounted 🗓️

It’s not too late to plan your unique marquee wedding for 2026! We unbelievably still have a few prime dates available and are now offering all of these with a 10% discount:

• 16th May
• 30th May
• 6th June
• 12th September

We know that planning a wedding in under 12 months might feel a little daunting, but our package includes hands-on guidance from our in-house wedding planner , who will be with you every step of the way to make the process smooth, simple and enjoyable.

This is a rare chance to create a truly personal wedding at our breathtaking lakeside setting at an exclusive discounted rate ✨

📩 Get in touch to receive a copy of our full brochure, book a show-round or secure your date!
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31/08/2025

This is a beautiful local venue with a fantastic team ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

22/08/2025

We absolutely love this venue - a must to check out if you're planning a celebration in Bedfordshire 🥂

The Lakeside

29/07/2025

⚡ POLE MARQUEES ⚡

Want to know what size pole marquee would best suit your event - get in touch because we have sizes suitable for all occasions.

The Lady 12m circle
The Earl 12x18m
The Duke 12x24m
The Duchess 12x30m
The Grand Duke 12x36m

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28/07/2025

💡LIGHTS💡

Often overlooked, but lights provide so much atmosphere and can be a simple and cost effective way to elevate an event.

Get inspired ✨ tell us what you think?

Oh and b.t.w. all our interior and exterior lights are LED, super low energy to help your event keep the planet cool too😎

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07/04/2025

We're hiring for this summer seasonal crew - get in touch

Must be hard working and love being outdoors ☀️

📞 Call Mark on 07952373383

05/04/2025

Happy 17th Anniversary to us 🎉

The sun is spoiling us today ☀️

04/04/2025

Now the sun is shining lots of people begin to think about camping out. ☀️

We have written this blog to take an objective view of camping at weddings. ⛺️

Let us know what you think ❓

Discover the realities of wedding camping vs. glamping, how to set guest expectations

01/04/2025

It's been a long time in the making, but it's finally here. New for 2025 our "Astro Pavilion" - moving us into the future of tenting with its space age design.

What do you think 🤔 comment below 👇🏻

26/02/2025

We have a gift for you...

⏩ The Ultimate Guide to Planning an Outdoor Wedding

Complete with a FREE downloadable checklist to keep you on track ✅✅✅

Head over to our blog to get yours ➡️ there's a link 🔗 in the comments 💛

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Venue The Lakeside