How much does a Tipi Wedding Cost?
A tipi wedding is a stunning way to celebrate your big day, combining a unique outdoor vibe with all the comforts of a traditional venue. But how much does it cost to host a tipi wedding? From hiring the tipis to catering and entertainment, understanding the costs can help you plan a dream wedding that suits your budget.
What’s the Price of a Tipi Wedding?
Roughly speaking, the cost of a tipi wedding can range anywhere from £4,000 to £15,000 or more. The final price depends on several key variables, including the number of guests, the venue or field you choose, and essential extras like toilets, catering, and entertainment. In the following sections, we’ll detail these costs to help you understand where your money goes and how to plan your perfect tipi wedding.
How much does a wedding venue cost?
Even for the simplest of event fields for your wedding, you can expect to pay anywhere from £200 to £1,000 per night, depending on location, facilities, and availability.
Where to Look for a Wedding Field?
We recommend Fieldlover as a great starting point for finding suitable fields. It’s also worth reaching out to glamping or camping sites, as many offer the option to book out the entire site for your wedding. This can provide a unique experience while giving you access to useful amenities.
For more tailored advice, feel free to contact us to hear our latest personal recommendations for wedding fields.
What Should I Look for When Finding a Wedding Field?
When choosing a wedding field, consider key practicalities:
Facilities: Is there access to water, electricity, and toilets?
Field Quality: Is the ground level, and is there enough space for your setup?
Parking: Can it accommodate your guest numbers?
Restrictions: Check local rules, including what time amplified music is allowed until.
By keeping these factors in mind, you can ensure your field not only fits your vision but also provides everything you need for a seamless wedding day. As part of our service, we offer a free site visit to help you choose the best layout for your tipis and ensure the space works perfectly for your event.
How Much to Hire a Wedding Tipi?
Our packages for a single tipi, complete with fairy lighting, Dandy Dura matting, and tables and benches, start at £2,150. For more details and pricing options across different tipi configurations, be sure to explore our Tipi Packages.
How Much Does Wedding Catering Cost?
Wedding catering costs can vary widely depending on the type of food, style of service, and number of guests. For a tipi wedding, you might consider anything from a formal sit-down meal to more casual options like food trucks, buffets, or DIY sharing platters. Prices typically range from £25 to £100 per person, with higher-end options including multiple courses, premium ingredients, or unique setups like grazing tables.
One of the advantages of a tipi wedding is the flexibility it offers for catering styles. You can opt for a traditional service or get creative with budget-friendly solutions. For example, one of our favourite weddings featured a selection of amazing curries from a supplier on Stapleton Road, Bristol, which were heated in our catering tent and served to delighted guests. This approach not only saved costs but also added a personal and memorable touch to their special day.
How Much Does Generator Hire Cost?
For a weekend hire, including fuel, you can expect to pay approximately £500 for a generator. It’s essential to choose a super silent generator to minimise noise, but even these can still produce noticeable sound. We always recommend placing the generator as far as possible from your tipi setup to reduce disruption.
Choosing the right size generator is crucial to ensure it can handle the power needs of your event, including catering, toilets, and lighting. As part of our service, we can help calculate your power requirements and advise you on the best option for your wedding.
How Much Should I Spend on Entertainment for My Wedding?
The cost of wedding entertainment can vary widely depending on what you choose. Live bands typically range from £1,000 to £3,000, while DJs are often more affordable, costing between £500 and £1,500. For tipi weddings, unique options like acoustic performers or fire dancers can add a special touch, with prices starting at around £300.
What sets us apart is our team’s experience—many of us are musicians who have spent years setting up festival stages as well as wedding dance floors. This expertise ensures that your entertainment is seamlessly integrated into your tipi wedding, whether you’re hiring a band, a DJ, or planning a unique performance.
Entertainment doesn’t have to break the bank, though. Do you have a guest who’s a DJ? If so, we can provide all the DJ equipment and a professional sound system for your event. Alternatively, some of our favourite weddings have kept it simple by creating a collaborative playlist with their guests before the big day, playing it throughout the evening for a personal and fun touch.
Let’s Plan Your Tipi Wedding
Planning a tipi wedding can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to make it easy. If you need advice on venues, layouts, or any of the costs we’ve discussed, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Our team is ready to help you create the perfect day, tailored to your vision and budget.