Your questions before ordering

Plan on roughly 3.5 m — see the full chart on the dimensions and diameters page, which maps diameter against seated capacity and ground footprint.

The choice mostly comes down to the look you want and whether you need to line up with a garden axis — round blends in without marking a direction, hexagonal or octagonal give the space more structure. Neither shape is structurally superior to the other.

No — an open structure remains a common choice, especially for summer or decorative use. A roof becomes worthwhile once you want year-round rain protection.

Slate is often chosen for its traditional look, matching a house roof already in slate — see the full material comparison on the dedicated roofing page.

Yes — unlike a floral arch rented for the day, a gazebo is a permanent structure that keeps serving the garden well after wedding season.

At least 3 months before the ceremony, to absorb the build time (5 to 7 weeks) plus a safety margin for any order adjustment.

A properly treated structure (galvanised then painted, or powder-coated) holds up outdoors year-round, but a visual check after winter is still worth doing, especially at the anchor points.

Generally recommended to extend its life — fabric left up all year, exposed to frost and snow, wears out faster than a rigid covering like zinc or slate.

Yes, provided the slab can take the planned anchoring (minimum thickness, no cracks) — confirmed at the quote stage, see the installation and anchoring page.

It depends on the configuration and ground type chosen — confirmed at the quote stage. See the pricing page for what's typically included versus billed separately.