World Inspired Tents

Our giant Nordic tipis provide a magical alternative to traditional marquees, for year-round weddings and events. Any number of tipis can be joined together to accommodate up to 1,000 seated guests. A full range of carefully chosen furnishings, lighting and other lovely things can be supplied to help create a really special and unique venue!

Create a wedding venue almost anywhere with World Inspired Tents. Based in Devon and bringing beautiful outdoor celebrations to life across the South West, the experienced team offers a choice of Nordic tipis, elegant sailcloth marquees and contemporary stretch tents, giving couples the freedom to create a celebration that feels completely their own.

World Inspired Tents at a glance

Capacity: From intimate celebrations to large-scale weddings for up to 1,000 seated guests
Structures: Nordic tipis, Aurora sailcloth marquees and stretch tents
Tipis: Giant Hat, Cirrus and Little Hat tipis, with multiple structures able to link together
Sailcloth marquees: Available in three sizes for celebrations of up to 300 seated guests
Stretch tents: Flexible covered space for up to 300 seated guests
Furniture: A range of furniture available to hire
Year-round weddings: Yes
Areas covered: Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Dorset and Gloucestershire, with selected locations further afield
Established: 2007
Special features: Flexible configurations, atmospheric lighting, open fires and the freedom to create a bespoke wedding venue in a setting of your choice

Why couples choose World Inspired Tents

For couples dreaming of a wedding under canvas, World Inspired Tents offers the freedom to take the celebration somewhere truly special. From a family farm or private garden to a country estate or dramatic coastal setting, the structures create a blank canvas that can be styled and configured around the location, guest list and vision for the day.

Established in Devon in 2007, the team has worked on hundreds of weddings and events across the South West. Their experience of outdoor celebrations – and the unpredictability of the British weather – means they can help couples choose the right structure and layout while taking care of the practicalities behind the scenes.

Tipi magic

With their soaring wooden poles and natural canvas, the Nordic tipis create an atmospheric setting for everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations. Giant Hat tipis can be linked together to accommodate bigger guest lists, while the Cirrus makes a characterful bar, reception or chill-out space and the Little Hat is ideal for food and drink stations or covered outdoor seating.

On sunny days, the sides can be raised to open the celebration to the surrounding landscape. When the temperature drops, enclosing the tipis and adding open fires and twinkling lights creates a wonderfully warm and cosy atmosphere, making them an inviting option throughout the seasons.

Sailcloth style

For a light and elegant take on a wedding under canvas, the Aurora sailcloth marquees offer a beautiful alternative. Available in three sizes and accommodating up to 300 seated guests, their open interiors provide plenty of flexibility for dining, dancing and styling.

The clean, airy aesthetic works beautifully for everything from relaxed country celebrations to more polished affairs, while the open layout gives couples the freedom to put their own stamp on the space.

Stretch out

Contemporary and versatile, the stretch tents offer another option for couples looking to make the most of an outdoor setting. Their adaptable design works particularly well within natural surroundings, creating sheltered space for dining, drinking and dancing without losing the connection to the landscape.

Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a large celebration, the team can advise on layouts, furniture and practical requirements to create a space tailored to your plans.

Make it your own

One of the joys of a wedding under canvas is the freedom it brings. Long banquet tables and abundant florals might create a romantic feast beneath the tipis, while festoon lights, firepits, relaxed seating and a packed dance floor can transform the space as evening falls.

With the structure and furnishings taken care of, couples can build the rest of the celebration around their own style – creating a one-of-a-kind venue in a place that means something to them.

Perfect for…

Tipi weddings • Sailcloth marquee weddings • Outdoor weddings • Festival weddings • Garden weddings • Farm weddings • Coastal celebrations • Large weddings • Relaxed celebrations • Bespoke weddings • Weddings across the South West.

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We have also recently opened a brand-new wedding and events venue in North Devon, The Venue at Coxleigh.

Situated in the heart of North Devon and set on a family farm, this rustic and romantic setting has everything you need to create your perfect wedding or event. Enveloped by scenic rolling hills, with panoramic views across Exmoor, the secluded location is steeped in character and offers a truly magical hideaway for your special day.

Immersed in nature and set over 12 acres, our events venue is the perfect place for you to let your dreams become reality. With so many scenic settings and endless open fields, you can let your imagination run wild and create the most magical setting for your special day. Our Venue is just four miles from Barnstaple, giving you easy access to the local moors and beautiful beaches.

We provide onsite camping facilities, land hire and all-in-one event packages which includes use of our spectacular Nordic tipis, offering a completely open and versatile space that you can decorate and style as you wish. You can also take full advantage of the many picturesque viewpoints around The Venue and take your vows surrounded by your nearest and dearest.

With exclusive use for the entire weekend, you and your guests can really make the most of your stay. Why not explore the scenic woodland walks, spend a night stargazing or take in the dreamiest golden hour sunsets over the lake. We can promise you that The Venue at Coxleigh is the ultimate place for unforgettable weddings and events.

For more information, please visit our website thevenueatcoxleigh.com or request our brochure.