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Event Fencing
Keep your event safe and organised with our event fencing hire. From crowd control barriers to trackway and access solutions, we support concerts, sports, community gatherings and corporate functions across the UK with quick, expert installs.


What Do Festivals and Building Sites Have in Common? More Than You Might Think!
At 7am, a festival field and a construction site can look surprisingly similar. Vans are arriving. Someone needs a gate opening. A delivery vehicle has stopped precisely where it shouldn't. There's a patch of ground that looked considerably firmer yesterday. And several people are trying to establish where they're supposed to go. One site might be preparing for thousands of music fans. The other might be preparing for a day of construction work. Different industries, differen
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Crowd Control Barriers vs Concert Barriers: What's the Difference?
Crowd control barriers and concert barriers are both used to manage how people move through event spaces, but they are designed for different purposes. Standard crowd control barriers are commonly used to define queues, guide pedestrians and separate public areas. Concert barriers are specialist systems designed for locations such as the front of a stage, where audience pressure and event-specific operational requirements need to be considered. The distinction matters when pl
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Sep 229 min read


What is Heras Fencing?
Heras fencing is a type of temporary metal mesh fencing commonly used to establish boundaries around construction sites, outdoor events, festivals and other locations requiring temporary separation or controlled access. It consists of individual fencing panels connected together to form a continuous boundary, supported by suitable bases and stabilisation equipment. Unlike permanent fencing, Heras fencing can be installed for a specific project and removed when it is no longer
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Sep 228 min read


How Much Temporary Fencing Do I Need?
To calculate how much temporary fencing you need, measure the total length of the boundary you want to enclose, subtract any openings that will not require fencing, and divide the remaining distance by the width of your fencing panels. For standard 3.5-metre Heras fencing panels, divide the required fencing length in metres by 3.5 and round up to the next whole panel. For example, a straight 35-metre boundary would require approximately 10 standard 3.5-metre panels. A rectang
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Sep 228 min read


Whatever the Weather: Temporary Fencing for Windy Days
The long summer days might be drawing to a close, but the UK events calendar certainly isn't. September and autumn bring concerts, sporting fixtures, fairs, community celebrations, corporate events and plenty of outdoor occasions that still need professional infrastructure. The difference is that organisers now need to start thinking more seriously about changing ground conditions, rain and those increasingly windy and gusty days. At Temp Fencing 247, we provide sturdy tempor
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Sep 73 min read


Planning Autumn & Winter Events with Temp Fencing 247
As the nights draw in and temperatures drop, the UK calendar remains busy with autumn and winter events. From Bonfire Night celebrations and Christmas markets to New Year’s Eve parties and winter festivals, organisers face unique challenges at this time of year. At Temp Fencing 247, we provide the infrastructure you need to keep your seasonal events safe, accessible and enjoyable. Managing Crowds Safely Cold weather events often attract large crowds, whether it’s a firework d
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Sep 30, 20252 min read


The Ultimate Checklist for Event Infrastructure Hire
The Ultimate Checklist for Event Infrastructure Hire Organising an event of any size – whether it's a music festival, food fair, sporting event, or community celebration – means more than booking entertainment and selling tickets. To ensure everything runs smoothly and safely, your infrastructure needs to be in place well before the first guest arrives. At Temp Fencing 247, we provide complete event infrastructure hire across the UK. Here’s our ultimate checklist to help you
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Sep 4, 20252 min read


Festival Season Is Coming – And Temp Fencing 247 Is Ready!
As spring rolls into summer, festival season is fast approaching – and across the UK, event organisers are finalising layouts, logistics, and line-ups. But before the gates open, there’s one crucial element every event needs in place: secure, reliable fencing. At Temp Fencing 247, we specialise in providing temporary fencing for festivals of all sizes – from intimate community gatherings to major multi-day music events. Whether it’s managing crowds, marking out backstage zone
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May 12, 20252 min read


Spring & Summer Events – How to Plan with Temp Fencing 247
As the weather warms up, spring and summer bring an exciting calendar of outdoor festivals, concerts, sporting events, and corporate gatherings. Whether you're organising a music festival, food market, wedding, or construction project, ensuring that your site is safe, accessible, and well-equipped is essential. At Temp Fencing 247, we provide temporary fencing, crowd control barriers, trackway flooring, portable toilets, and catering units to help your event run smoothly. Ess
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Mar 3, 20252 min read
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