DescriptionOur 9x24m Traditional Wedding Marquee a beautiful professional grade wedding structure that can be put up by anyone! These marquees are a great way to host your wedding without having to pay a marquee hire company! Once the big day is over you own the marquee and can then either sell it or hire it out as a side business!The roofs are sectional and connect with a combination of Dutch lacing and interlocking metal plates meaning they can be erected as 9x12mwith options to make longer 9x18m, 9x24m, 9x30m. All PVC is joined using high-frequency welding (rather than stitching) to make a completely water poof and reliable shelter. Side panels are in 3m sections with zips in the middle so can be opened up individually.An excellent marquee that can be used year round though additional precautions should be taken in snow and extreme conditions) ideal for sustained use in the marquee hire industry. As with all DIY Marquees should the unforeseen happen any replacement part is available to purchase separately and our experienced customer service staff are always available for any advice you may require.The Deluxe Traditional marquee range can be erected on hard standing. This involves drilling and bolting stakes bars into the concrete/tarmac etc. It is important to measure the distance for the stake bar evenly and ensuring the standing gets a good fixing.All PVC used in our marquees is the highest quality rip-stop Duracoretex commercial grade PVCAluminium leg poles and centre poles This marquee uses aluminium centre poles 102mm diameter 3mm thick and leg poles that are 84mm x 48mm aluminium extrusion 3mm thick with keder channel.Framework MaterialAluminium Keder channelAluminium used in centre poles102mm diameter, 3mm thickAluminium used in legs84mm x 48mm 2 channel Keder, 3mm thickStakesIncludedStake BarsIncludedWindows and wallsIncluded & interchangeableHow many people can you fit in a 9m x 12m marquee?A 9m x 12m Traditional Wedding Marquee can fit up to 120 people seated or 180 people standing. Marquee seated capacity is calculated by using 5ft 6in round tables as is common in the marquee hire industry. This is the most efficient way to seat your guests to maximise space. Each 3x3m section of the marquee can fit 10 people at a 5ft 6in round table.Standing capacity is calculated at 1.5X the seated capacity giving guests just under 1m square for dancing and space to move around.Capacity seated60-120 peopleCapacity standing80-180 peopleCover material Our marquee covers use rip-stop technology making them tear resistant and long-life. There are many types of marquee PVC but we make sure only to use high-quality Duracoretex™ material. Covers are 100% waterproof with high-frequency welded seams, fire retardant to to BS5438 & BS7837 and UV stabilised.All sides are included. The marquee sides all include zips in the middle and can be opened. There are enough sides for windows to go down the length of the marquee and enough walls to cover the ends. They are all in 3m wide x 2.3m tall interchangeable sections.SeamsHigh-frequency welded & reinforcedRoof material560gsm PVCSides material560gsm PVCTearing-strength1666NFlame retardantYes to BS5438 & BS7837UV stabilisedYesRain-skirtYesWind-stop Velcro sealed sidesYesWaterproof100% waterproofDimensionsSize9x18mWidth9.00mLength12.00mHeight at top of leg2.30mHeight at apex5.10mEntrance dimensionsApprox 3.00m x 2.30mAssemblyAssembly instructions can be downloaded here. Alternatively give us a call on 01306 87 67 67 and we’ll email you a copy.Minimum number of people to erect2Ideal number of people to erect2-3Time to erect3-4 hours on averageDeliveryWe will contact you within 1 working day (usually immediately) to confirm the delivery day (usually 2-3 working days). If you have any preference on delivery day please let us know and we will happily arrange delivery accordingly.Your marquee will arrive either on a pallet or in a van. Drivers are always requested to call 1 hour ahead of delivery.Included in the deliveryFramework including all connectors and polesRoof coverSide coversBoltsFoot platesLeg spikesStakesStake barsWebbing/ratchet strapsTent pegsAny optional extrasAssembly instructionsSame day collection from Unit 15, Havenbury Industrial Estate, Station Road, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 1ES is available. Just let us know when you intend to arrive so the marquee can be ready and waiting for you.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat are the key specifications of this marquee?The marquee measures 9 m (width) × 18 m (length), with a leg height of approximately 2.30 m and an apex height of around 5.10 m. It features strong aluminium keder channel legs (84 mm × 48 mm), 102 mm diameter aluminium centre poles, and 560 gsm Duracoretex commercial-grade PVC fabric. Double-headed stakes (90 cm × 25 mm) are used for secure anchoring.How many guests can it accommodate?It comfortably seats 60–180 people and can hold up to 240 people standing—ideal for dancing or mingling.Can the marquee be extended or configured differently?Yes, it’s modular. While it’s designed as a 9 m × 12m marquee or further extended to 9m x 18m, 9 m × 24m, 9 m × 30m, etc.Is this suitable for use on hard standing?Absolutely. The marquee can be installed on hard surfaces such as concrete or tarmac—stake bars can be drilled and bolted in for a solid fix.Is it waterproof and durable?The PVC covering is made from high-frequency welded, rip-stop Duracoretex, making it fully waterproof and highly robust—perfect for heavy-duty, repeated use.What if I need replacement parts or advice?Replacement parts are readily available, and experienced customer service staff are on hand for support.Can it be used in winter or extreme conditions?Yes, though it’s advisable to take extra precautions during snow or severe weather. Additional measures such as snow-clearance plans or enhanced anchoring should be considered.Does it include all of the ropes and stakes?Yes, all of the stakes, stake bars ratchets straps and webbing are included with the marquee.Are the sides included with the marquee?Yes, all of the sides are included with enough windows to go down either side and walls at the end. All sides are unzippable and interchangeable.Spare PartsSpare parts are stocked for all of our marquees. Parts can be purchased and delivered usually within 2-3 working days. It is important to be able to maintain your marquee and repair it in case it becomes damaged. Any part including connectors, poles, braces, walls and even the roof can be replaced.PVC can also be repaired using a high strength vinyl cement. We can supply the vinyl cement with pre-cut patches to repair the PVC.Spare parts for this marqueeRepair kitsFinanceFinance available! Finance available on orders over £500. Our finance partners currently offer finance to business customers only.Manufacturer’s Warranty DetailsDIY Marquees 12-month WarrantyAll DIY Marquees products are covered by a manufacturer’s warranty against any defects in workmanship or materials for a period of 12 months from the delivery date. All units should be inspected upon arrival, and defects or shortages reported immediately.This warranty is limited to normal wear and tear.Full warranty detailsSpare Parts GuaranteeWe stock all spare metal componants including poles, connectors, braces as well as all covers including replacement roofs, side panels and leg covers.The person who bought our first marquee can still get spare parts and we plan to keep it that way. Delivery is typically overnight for spares.About Portland MarqueesPortland Marquees is an independent family run company dedicated to designing, manufacturing and supplying quality marquees and accessories.Having built up and successfully run one of the leading marquee hire companies in the UK, we now use that experience in advising other hire companies and designing and supplying commercial quality marquees, linings and accessories.Portland Marquees:Portland Marquees was formed by Spencer King having spent over 10 years in the marquee hire industry (due to the sale of the hire company we are contractually not allowed to hire any of our marquees). It has been set up to provide marquee hire companies with high quality marquees and linings whilst also offering advice and industry contacts from experience.C & D King Ltd:C & D King Ltd has been manufacturing in the UK since 1979. Although increasingly difficult due to rising costs and increasing red tape we still manufacture as much as possible at our factory in Dorking. Originally set up by Colin & Diana King they have now been joined in the family business by their son Spencer who has added marquee experience to the engineering background of Colin.We recently calculated the average length our employees have worked for us at over 18 years! That’s longer than most others in the industry have been in business.