Traditional Marquee Hire - June 2025

Some settings need very little help to feel special, and this was one of them. The Highfield Event Group were honoured to provide traditional marquee hire for an exclusive wedding held within the private grounds of one of Cambridge's historic colleges, celebrating the marriage of the daughter of the college Master.

A Traditional Canvas Marquee in a Historic Cambridge Setting

For a venue with this much heritage, only a traditional marquee would do. Our natural canvas marquee, with its elegant peaks, scalloped valance and hand roped detailing, sat beautifully against the surrounding architecture of mellow stone, warm brick and gothic windows.

Positioned on the college lawn and finished with clear window walling, the marquee framed the views across the grounds while allowing the setting itself to remain the star of the show. It is a wonderful example of how a traditional canvas marquee can complement historic surroundings rather than compete with them.

Exclusive Wedding Marquee Hire in College Grounds

Working within the private grounds of a Cambridge college calls for a particularly careful approach. Access is often restricted, the grounds are immaculately kept, and the surroundings are irreplaceable, so every stage of the build was planned in close consultation with the college.

Our team worked quietly and considerately throughout, protecting the lawns and managing deliveries with care to keep disruption to an absolute minimum. Exclusive wedding marquee hire of this kind is as much about respect for the venue as it is about the structure we install.

A Very Special Family Celebration

To be entrusted with a celebration this personal, held in the very grounds the family call home, was a real privilege. Inside, the marquee was dressed for an elegant wedding reception, with the finishing touches all in place ready to welcome guests as the evening light softened across the college.

Weddings like this remind us why we love what we do. A beautiful setting, a happy family and a team who take genuine pride in getting every detail right.

Why Choose The Highfield Event Group for Traditional Marquee Hire?

With over 45 years of experience, The Highfield Event Group specialises in marquee hire and event management for weddings and events across Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and beyond. From traditional canvas marquees to contemporary frame structures, our team provides everything you need to create a bespoke wedding that is as unique as you are.