09087 - 4m x 6m Gala Tent Marquee Elite (100% PVC)
PRICE £981.99
Waterproof & All Weather Marquees
Heavy Duty Marquees Designed for Year-Round Outdoor Use
When the weather turns, the right marquee keeps you open.
Gala Tent waterproof and all weather marquees are built to stand up to rain, wind and long spells outdoors.
You might want a garden marquee, a long-stay shelter for a pub or venue, or a large event marquee. All of them pair a strong frame with a waterproof cover made for hard outdoor use.
From garden parties and weddings to pubs, trade shows and year-round work sites, they are made to cope all year.
09095 - 6m x 12m Gala Tent Marquee Elite (100% PVC)
PRICE £2603.99
08900 - 9m x 9m Gala Tent Fusion Marquee
PRICE £4371.99
Waterproof & All Weather Marquee Range
Elite PVC Marquee
The Elite PVC range gives you stronger, longer-lasting weather cover for venues, events and regular trade use.
It uses heavy-duty 650gsm PVC covers on a powder-coated steel frame, built to take a beating outdoors and still look smart.
Key features:
- fully waterproof PVC covers
- welded seams, so water cannot get through the joins
- UV-protected fabric
- Dutch lacing tension system
- sidewalls you can take off
- wipe-clean surfaces
Good for:
- outdoor dining
- pubs, bars and hotels
- weddings and events
- beer gardens
- long stays in the garden
- trade and event cover
Fusion Modular Marquee
The Fusion Modular Marquee is the strongest in the range. It suits bigger jobs and long stays.
It uses a T6061 aluminium frame with extra heavy-duty PVC covers, for sites where the structure has to hold up day after day.
Good for:
- shelters left up for months
- pubs, bars and hotels
- trade shows
- farm use
- sports grounds
- long-term outdoor work
- large public events
Because it is modular, you can add bays as you need more space, without losing strength or weather cover. The marquee capacity size guide explains what size you need, based on how you lay it out. After something a bit different? Read up on how marquees compare to stretch tents.
Protection Against the Elements
Waterproof Rain Protection
British weather turns fast, so a cover that keeps water out matters. One thing to know: any closed-in shelter can get condensation inside, and that is not a leak.
Both ranges use heavy-duty PVC covers with welded seams, so they hold up through long spells of rain. Read the guide to securing tents in high winds.
UV-Resistant Outdoor Shelter
Cheap covers fade and go brittle in the sun, and stop keeping the weather out.
Every Gala Tent marquee uses UV-protected fabric, so the cover lasts through season after season in the open.
That suits a summer of events, and it suits a shelter left up for months.
Wind-Resistant Marquee Systems
In windy weather, how you anchor a marquee matters most.
Each range copes with wind differently, based on how strong the frame is and how well it is pinned down.
Typical Wind Resistance
These figures assume the marquee is put up properly, anchored well, on a suitable site, with someone keeping an eye on the forecast.
Semi-Permanent Outdoor Marquees
Plenty of customers leave a Gala Tent marquee up for months at a time, at pubs, venues, events and work sites.
Common long-stay uses include:
- pub garden cover
- outdoor dining areas
- event hospitality
- temporary storage
- sports grounds
- farm shelter
- extra space for a busy season
- long-stay garden structures
Fusion Modular marquees suit this best, thanks to the aluminium frame and the option to add bays.
Gala Tent also supplies branded marquees in the super heavy-duty MQ-65 range, which can be printed however you like. They were built for motorsport, where kit takes a hammering.
How to Secure a Marquee Properly
How you anchor a marquee is the biggest single factor in keeping it safe.
Soft Ground
On grass and soft ground, use heavy-duty storm straps and pegs, with ground bars as well where you can.
Hard Ground
On concrete or tarmac, weight down every leg. Options include:
- concrete weights
- water weights
- fixed anchor points where the site allows
Cut the Wind Load
In stronger winds, taking the sidewalls off lets air through and takes pressure off the frame.
Watch the Forecast
Check the local forecast, and do not put a marquee up in strong winds or bad weather.
More advice:
Why Choose a Waterproof Marquee?
Works All Year
Waterproof, UV-protected covers keep doing their job whatever the British weather throws at them.
Built to Last
Strong frames and tough covers stand up to being put up, taken down and left out.
Space You Can Change
Cover an area for dining, events, storage or a busy season, and change the layout when you need to.
Looks the Part
A clean, well-made trade-grade marquee looks right at a home or a business.
Room to Grow
Add bays as you need more space.
Why Choose Gala Tent?
Gala Tent has supplied shelter across the UK for more than 25 years.
Customers come to us for:
- waterproof marquees
- heavy-duty frames
- spare parts, years down the line
- modular shelter you can extend
- next working day delivery
- covers that keep the weather out
From a garden party to a pub terrace to a full event build, they are made to work all year.
Weather Protection Accessories
The right extras make a marquee steadier and easier to live with.
Popular add-ons:
- storm straps and heavy-duty pegs
- concrete weights
- water weights
- ground bars
- flooring
- sidewalls and privacy panels
- heating and lighting
They help keep the structure safe and your guests comfortable.
12605 - Set of 2 - 40kg Concrete Marquee Weights
PRICE £158.99
01889 - 6m x 12m Gala Tent Marquee Ground Bar Set
WAS £164.99
NOW £131.99
12335 - Swisstrax Ribtrax (Jet Black)
PRICE £5.99
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Gala Tent marquees fully waterproof?
Yes. They use waterproof PE or PVC covers with welded seams, so water cannot get through the joins.
Can marquees withstand strong winds?
Yes, when they are anchored properly. How much wind a marquee can take depends on the range, how it is pinned down and how open the site is.
What is the best marquee for year-round use?
The Elite PVC and Fusion Modular ranges. Both are built for year-round use and long stays outdoors.
Can marquees be used as semi-permanent structures?
Yes. Fusion Modular marquees are often left up for months at pubs, venues and work sites. Take care in extreme weather though, and take the covers off if a storm is forecast.
What is the best way to anchor a marquee?
On soft ground, use storm straps and heavy-duty pegs. On hard ground, weight every leg. Use as much weight as you can. There is no such thing as too much anchorage.
Are all weather marquees suitable for hospitality use?
Yes. Pubs, restaurants, hotels and outdoor dining spaces across the UK use them.
