FAQs

General Questions

  • In general, we suggest one tipi can seat 50-70 people, two tipis can seat 80-120 people and three tipis can seat up to 150 people.

    You can have more people inside the tipis if you are not having formal seating. Our event team can advise you on what size you’ll require, if you let them know the following information:

    • What are your guest numbers?

    • Will your event be seated or casual?

    • How will the interior space of the tipi be styled (i.e., will you require dance floor, bar, casual seating, lounge seating, fireplace).

    Does everything get set up by your team?

    Yes, everything you hire from us we will set up for you. We can create a bespoke floor plan for your event for our crew to have at hand on the set up.

  • The standard tipi hire for wandering events is 48 hours.

    Your tipis will be set up roughly two days prior to your event and will be taken down roughly two days after your event.

    Please be aware that weather plays a role in when our Tipis can be set up and removed, however our team will monitor weather conditions leading into your event. If you wish to hire a tipi for a longer duration this can be arranged upon quoting.

  • Each tipi set up has different space requirements, so firstly we recommend making sure your land has enough flat space for the tipi size you would like. Please chat to the team to find out the exact dimensions for your size set up.

    It is also good to consider the following:

    • Access for our truck and trailers.

    • Underground services (pipes, electrical cables). Our tipi stakes go 1m into the ground. If you do know where the services are, please make us aware of them. If you are unsure, we can hire in scanning equipment on request (chargeable).

    • Site to be well drained and not prone to flooding.

    If you have any questions or concerns about your venue, send us over some pictures and we can check it for you.

  • We will do our best to show you around another customers set-up, however this can be difficult in the lower season (May-October) as we have less events. Get in touch, and we will let you know if we have anything close to you for you to view.

  • As our tipis link together, your event could hold 30 – 1000 people!

  • We do not recommend tipis to be constructed on a sloping surface. However, on some occasions tipis can be set up where the surface has a gradual incline/decline. To confirm your location and surface please email our team with photographs of the desired area for further inspection.

Finer Details

    • Lighting with festoons and/or fairy lights

    • Woven matting/flooring

    • Tables, chairs and benches

    • Wine Barrels, cocktail tables and bar stools

    • Wooden bar

    • Indoor Bamse fireplace

    • Dance floor

    Please get in touch if there are any extras you'd like for your event, as we may be able to sub hire in items for you or point you in the right direction of a recommended supplier.

  • We require a mains power source at least 20m of the tipis for our lighting. If you don’t think mains power will be sufficient for your event, you can hire a generator.

Weather

  • Yes, all our tipis are waterproof when the canvas cover is on.

  • Leading up to your event it is recommended to watch the weather forecast. In the case of rain, this should not affect your tipi event unless there is risk of flooding. With strong winds, the sides of the tipi may have to be rearranged to create optimal shelter. Out team will liaise directly with you to determine a plan (or plan b).

  • Yes! Our tipis are actually designed to thrive in winter. With a cosy inside fire pit, heater and plenty of fairy lights you can create a beautiful space for any occasion.

Bookings

  • Our Damage Waiver is in place to cover you for loss or accident to our tipis during your event. With our Damage Waiver in place, you will not have to include this in your event insurance. For further information please call our team.

  • Yes, we highly recommend taking our event insurance and speaking directly with a professional within the insurance industry.

  • No, the Damage Waiver will only cover you for loss or accident to the tipi (and additional equipment if hired from Wandering Events). We highly recommend additional cover for third-party protection, cancellation etc. Please consult a professional for further advice.