Funky Monkey Tents

Business Details

14 Years

experience

Your Trusted Tent Hire Partner in Bedford

Established over 12 years ago by Mark and Hannah Squires, Funky Monkey Tents is a family-run business specialising in premium tent hire for weddings, corporate events, and film productions across Bedfordshire and surrounding counties. Our diverse range includes yurts, pole marquees, stretch tents, and bell tents, all meticulously maintained to ensure reliability and aesthetic appeal. Sustainability is central to our operations, with ongoing environmental impact assessments and a focus on reducing our carbon footprint through local service delivery.

We pride ourselves on offering a personal service, collaborating with experienced event planners to deliver tailored solutions for intimate gatherings or large-scale celebrations. Our structures have featured in high-profile events, including a Royal visit, underscoring our commitment to quality and innovation. With a focus on client satisfaction, we provide full setup and dismantling, ensuring seamless execution of your event while prioritising eco-conscious practices.

Services

Yurt Hire Marquee Hire Stretch Tent Hire Bell Tent Hire Full Setup and Dismantle Event Planning Decor and Furnishing Delivery Quality Assurance Ex-hire Sales

Details

Year established: 2012

Highlights and features

We offer over 12 years of experience in premium tent hire for weddings and events.
Our family-run business prioritises sustainability through eco-conscious operations.
Full setup and dismantling services ensure seamless event execution.
Collaboration with expert outdoor event planners provides tailored design solutions.
Proven track record supplying structures for high-profile events including film work.

What people say

Loved the Yurt Amazing structures Seamless logistics Eco-friendly approach Personal service

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Services

Yurt Hire

Our signature Pavilion Yurts combine elegance and durability for weddings and events. These standout structures feature traditional designs with modern reinforcements, offering weather-resistant protection while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Clients benefit from customisable layouts and expert installation, ensuring a magical atmosphere for celebrations ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale ceremonies.

Marquee Hire

We supply versatile pole marquees tailored to rustic weddings, festivals, and corporate events. Our structures feature picture windows for scenic views, with scalable options to accommodate guest numbers. Full setup services include precise anchoring and interior configuration, guaranteeing stability and comfort across varied terrains and weather conditions.

Stretch Tent Hire

Stretch Tents provide adaptable solutions for modern events, with modular designs that connect to create expansive spaces. These weatherproof structures excel on uneven ground, offering creative layout possibilities. Our team ensures secure installation with tensioned rigging, delivering both functional coverage and contemporary visual appeal for weddings and corporate functions.

Bell Tent Hire

Our bell tents create charming accommodation villages for events, available in 4m and 5m diameters. Designed for quick assembly, these tents feature durable canvas exteriors and optional internal partitions. We facilitate direct guest bookings, streamlining logistics for large groups while maintaining consistent quality across our ex-hire stock options.

Full Setup and Dismantle

We handle complete installation and removal of all structures, ensuring precise execution from groundwork to final takedown. Our team coordinates timing with client schedules and supplier access, providing end-to-end management of tent placement, anchoring, and equipment checks. This service guarantees structural integrity while allowing clients to focus on event preparation.

People

Mark Squires

Co-founder

With over 12 years in the event industry, Mark co-founded Funky Monkey Tents to provide sustainable tent hire solutions. He oversees operations and maintains our commitment to quality and environmental responsibility.

Hannah Squires

Co-founder

Hannah co-founded the business alongside Mark, bringing expertise in sustainable practices. She ensures our environmental policies are implemented across all operations while supporting client service initiatives.

Questions

What types of tents do you hire?

We offer yurts, pole marquees, stretch tents, bell tents, and traditional tipis for weddings, corporate events, and film productions.

Do you serve areas outside Bedfordshire?

We primarily serve Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and Northamptonshire but occasionally travel further upon request.

Are your tents eco-friendly?

Yes. We prioritise sustainability through local service delivery, regular environmental assessments, and using British manufacturers to reduce our carbon footprint.

Can you assist with event planning?

We collaborate with experienced outdoor event planners to provide styling and coordination services tailored to your specific needs.

Do you sell used tents?

Yes. We occasionally offer ex-hire bell tents and stretch tents for sale, with prices starting at £240 for bell tents.

Reviews (4)

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Hannah Burman

Dec 11, 2025 Report

So incredibly happy that we had FMT supply the marquee for our wedding. The Earl pole marquee was simply stunning, gaining so many compliments from our guests - it kept us dry and cosy on a wet and blustery day. Not only was the marquee great - Mark, Hannah and the team were a real pleasure to work with every step of the way. They were very accommodating of last minute requests to adapt to the weather and kept cheery attitudes despite the deluge that arrived as they hoisted the marquee into place.

Kate Hennessey

Nov 10, 2025 Report

I have used Funky Monkey Tents twice now: once for a big wedding anniversary and last June for a big birthday. The circular yurt is simply gorgeous: all our guests loved it. The team is friendly and super professional. The erecting and then dismantling of the yurt all went very smoothly. I will definitely use them again.

Deborah Knight

Oct 24, 2025 Report

I cannot praise Funky Monkey Tents, enough. From our initial discussions to the setting up of the tents they were so helpful. Planning a celebration can be stressful and this team took the worry away. As soon as they arrived I knew everything would be ok. They are competent, knowledgeable and clearly enjoy what they do. They provided stretch tents, bell tents, lighting, seating , barrels, tables and a dance floor.

The garden was decked with lights and the entire set up transformed our garden into a wedding venue. The soft furnishings and props within the bridal tent were inspired. Everything looked wonderful. Mark, Hannah and their team were a pleasure to work with and so very helpful, throughout. Very competitively priced and faultless service, we have no hesitation in recommending this company. We have now used Funky Monkey for two wedding celebrations. Thank you Hannah , Mark and the team. x

Harriet Clark

Sep 29, 2025 Report

Funky Monkey tents have such beautiful structures. We used them for our wedding and went for the Earl pole marquee for our reception and a stretch tent for our ceremony, and we could not have been happier with the way it looked. The tents and furniture were in perfect condition and you can tell they are well looked after. Not only that, but the additional extras you can get meant that we could have everything sorted in one place.

Mark and his team made the organisation so easy, with very quick and helpful responses. They were great at giving advice at what would work best for the space and they were flexible when we changed things around. We also didn't have to stress over the structure being put up or taken down either, both were done without our involvement and set up exactly how we had requested it. If you are looking for a structure for your event, we would not hesitate to recommend FM tents to you - we certainly would use them again!