Question 1

What can I hire a yurt for?

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Yurts create really versatile spaces. You can hire them for weddings, your birthday party, to host classes and workshops, a big sleepover – the sky is the limit! See our photo gallery for inspiration or check out our instagram.

Question 2

Where can a yurt be erected?

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The site needs to be a flat grassy area, well drained, and free of low hanging branches and cables. If you're unsure about the site you have in mind or it is on hardstanding, just get in touch and we’ll have a chat.

Question 3

How much does it cost to hire a yurt?

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This differs according to the yurt size you choose. Take a look at our price list for our most up to date hire prices. Our standard price is for 3-day hire, if you wish to hire for longer, please get in touch as we love longer hires too.

Question 4

Can I hire a yurt in winter?

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Yes, we hire our yurts out all year round and can provide a heater for you. They make excellent grotto’s for Santa, cosy dining experiences and are perfect for a New Years Eve party.

Question 5

Is flooring provided?

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We provide a waterproof sheet with a reusable DandyduraTM matting on top. This creates a waterproof barrier so no-one’s feet get wet!
Dandydura looks very similar to coir matting but is durable and much easier to keep clean.

Question 6

Can I use my own lighting and furniture?

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Yes you can, just run it by us first. We also hire lighting and some decor items to save you some hassle, see our extras page for more info.

Question 7

Are animals allowed near/inside the yurt?

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We love animals, especially dogs and we know how much it means to our customers to have pets be a part of your special event; we only ask that any animals are kept under control near the yurt and not left unsupervised in the yurt.
Due to risk of damage to the yurts, we ask that any booking sites are clear of livestock.

Question 8

How many people can fit in a yurt?

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It depends if you want your guests seated or standing, please see our yurts page for numbers. Our numbers are a guide; however for safety reasons we do strongly advise you don’t exceed the numbers.

Question 9

How long does a yurt take to set up?

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It usually takes us 3 to 5 hours and is best done during daylight hours.

Question 10

Would I be able to view a yurt before booking?

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As we don’t have a permanent site, this can be tricky; however get in touch and we’ll try our best to arrange for you to view the yurts. Our photo gallery shows the yurts in all their glory so it’s a good place to start.

Question 11

Does the yurt need heating?

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In the summer months, a heater isn’t always needed as yurts are designed to retain heat and circulate air. In the colder months, we'd recommend a heater to keep everyone nice and cosy. We can add a heater to any of our yurt packages so get in touch to chat to us about it.

Question 12

What are the dimensions of the yurts?

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Our 18ft yurt has one lockable double wooden door and is:
Diameter – 18ft (5.5 metres)
Circumference – 56.5ft (17.2 metres)
Height – 11ft (3.3 metres)

Our 24ft yurt has two lockable double wooden doors and one single wooden door and is:
Diameter – 24ft (7.3 metres)
Circumference – 75ft (22.9 metres)

Question 13

Can I hire bell tents for just one night?

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Due to the time it takes for us to set up your bell tents, we need to do this the day before your event. The last thing you want is us on site when you're trying to enjoy your event! We return to take down the day after once everyone's gone home.

Question 14

Do you have a minimum booking requirement for the bell tents?

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We do have minimum tent numbers based on the location of your event. Get in touch with us and we'll be able to chat through what this is. We no longer do single tent bookings.

Question 15

How many people can fit in a 5m bell tent?

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Our 5m bell tent comes with airbeds for 4 people as standard. Another 2 people can fit in but reduces the space available for bags and belongings.
Our 5m chill out tent seats up to 8 people comfortably on beanbags and cushions.

Question 16

How many people can fit in a 4m bell tent?

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Our 4m bell tent comes with airbeds for 2 as standard. Another person can fit in comfortably and it can sleep 4 as a maximum but this reduces the space available for bags and belongings.

Question 17

How many people can fit in an Emperor bell tent?

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Our Emperor bell tent comes with airbeds for 8 as standard. Another 2 people can fit in comfortably but this reduces the space available for bags and belongings. 
Our Emperor tent can also be used as a chill out space for up to 20 people standing.

Question 18

How tall is a 5m bell tent?

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The centre pole in our 5m bell tent is 3m high which gives loads of room for getting changed and moving around.

Question 19

Is there electricity in the bell tents?

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All lighting in the bell tents is battery powered so no electricity is required. Some guest choose to bring powerbanks for their phones but most take the time to switch off and enjoy the moment!

Question 20

What hen party activites can we do?

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Loads! We've compiled a list of our favourite suppliers who have worked at our sites before so just get in touch for more info. You're also welcome to book your own suppliers but these must be checked with us first before you book them. Please note DJ's, Live Music and Hot Tubs are not permitted on site.

Question 21

What hen party extras can we hire?

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We have sports day kits, lawn games, guest audiobooks, picnic sets and polaroid cameras available to hire for the weekend. They are available to hire for the full weekend so you can run the activities when they suit you. Check out your Planning Pack for more information on these including prices.

Question 22

How many people do your hen party sites hold?

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We can host from 12 to 20 guests. We have three different hen party venues available and there's more information on these here. If you have more than 20 guests, still get in touch as we can host larger groups too.

Question 23

What deposit do I need to pay for a hen party?

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We take a £50pp* deposit to secure your date and the remaining balance is due 30 days before you arrive. *Based on the minimum number of guests required for the chosen site.

Question 24

What activities are included already?

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Silent disco is provided in all our packages  and is available the whole weekend so you can party whenever you want!

Question 25

Do your hen party venues have exclusive use facilities?

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Yes! All three of our hen party sites have their own toilets, showers and catering areas so there's no sharing with strangers.

Question 26

Are male guests allowed?

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Yes, we've had mixed groups for hen weekends and big birthdays. We just can't host full stag groups.

Question 27

Do you have recommended suppliers?

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Yes! We’ve worked with some amazing people and we're happy to chat to you about who would work best for your event, just drop us a message here or look at our Friends.

Question 28

Do you take a damages deposit?

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Yes, we take a damage deposit of £50 per bell tent and up to £500 for a yurt. This is taken when you pay the remaining balance 30 days prior to the event and is refunded afterwards within 14 days. More information is in our T&C’s.

Question 29

Are the yurts and bell tents insured?

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We have employee and public liability insurance but we'd encourage you to get your own insurance to cover you if any damage occurs to the equipment during your event.

Question 30

How much is the deposit?

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To secure your booking we ask for a 30% deposit, with the remaining balance payable up to 30 days prior to the event.

Question 31

Can I cancel if things don’t go to plan?

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We know things don’t always go to plan so we try to be as flexible as we can. Take a look at our T&C's here.

Question 32

What if the weather’s bad for my event?

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We monitor the forecast for two weeks leading up to every event. Yurts can be put up in most weather conditions and if strong winds or snow is forecast, we will provide extra measures and guidance. On booking you will also receive a copy of our wind plan which states what action should be taken for certain wind speeds. More information in our T&C’s.

Question 33

How much does delivery cost?

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Delivery costs depend on the distance and time from our base in Leeds. Get in touch with us and we'll be happy to provide you with a price.

Question 34

Where do you deliver?

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We cover Leeds, Harrogate, Knaresborough, York, Skipton, Otley, Ilkley, Wetherby, Ripon, Malton, Masham, Thirsk, Wakefield, Beverley, Selby, Castleford, Pontefract, Barnsley and most of Yorkshire. We do venture into Linconshire, Nottinghamshire and up towards Darlington & Newcastle too. If you have an event or project outside of this radius, still get in touch as we may be able to help.

Question 35

What makes you a sustainable business?

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Sustainability is one of our core values. It is a key factor in the decisions we make as a business. We plant a tree for every booking with our partner, More Trees. This goes towards offsetting the carbon from your event and also helps combat deforestation.
We like to stay local to reduce our travel emissions and use recycled, reclaimed or re-used decor in all our yurts. Even our business cards are made out of recycled t-shirts! Visit our sustainability page for more information.

Question 36

Do you take payments via credit card?

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All payments are made by bank transfer.

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