Fire Rated & Commercial Compliant Geodesic Dome Tents UK
Fire Rated & Commercial Compliant Dome Tents UK
Bell Tent Sussex supplies fire rated, wind rated and commercially compliant dome tents designed for luxury glamping, hospitality installations, festivals and semi-permanent structures across the UK.
Our dome membranes are tested to recognised British and European fire safety standards, helping commercial buyers meet insurance, planning and event safety requirements.
What Is BS 7837 and Why Does It Matter?
BS 7837 is the British Standard for flame retardant performance of textiles used in marquees and temporary fabric structures.
This is the primary fire safety standard requested by:
- UK festivals and event organisers
- Commercial glamping parks
- Wedding venues
- Local authorities and councils
- Temporary hospitality structures
Our 850gsm double PVC coated polyester membrane has been tested to BS 7837, making it suitable for commercial temporary dome structures in the UK.
What Is EN 13501-1 B-s2,d0?
EN 13501-1 is the European reaction-to-fire classification system used to assess building and structural materials.
Our dome membrane is classified:
- Class B – Very limited contribution to fire
- s2 – Controlled smoke production
- d0 – No flaming droplets
This classification demonstrates strong fire performance for glamping domes and commercial fabric structures.
Why Fire Compliance Protects Commercial Buyers
Using a fire rated dome tent helps commercial clients:
- Meet insurance conditions
- Support planning applications
- Pass event safety inspections
- Reduce liability risk
- Demonstrate professional standards
Bell Tent Sussex provides supporting fire documentation for commercial projects upon request.
Structural Strength & Wind Performance
Our Geodesic Dome systems feature:
- Hot dip galvanised structural steel frames
- Triangulated geodesic load distribution design
- Wind resistance up to 120 km/h when correctly installed
- Snow load capacity up to 75 kg per square metre
This makes our domes suitable for exposed UK conditions when properly anchored.
Commercial Applications
Our commercial compliant dome tents are used for:
- Luxury glamping accommodation
- Eco retreat lodges
- Festival VIP structures
- Hospitality event spaces
- Wellness and spa domes
- Semi-permanent garden installations
For planning or compliance documentation, please contact our team.
FAQs
Are your geodesic dome tents fire rated for UK commercial use?
Yes. The dome membrane is tested to BS 7837, the recognised British Standard for flame retardant textiles used in temporary structures such as marquees and event tents.
The membrane is also classified to EN 13501-1 B-s2,d0, demonstrating strong European fire performance suitable for commercial glamping domes and hospitality installations.
What does BS 7837 mean for dome tents?
BS 7837 is the UK fire safety standard used for marquees and temporary fabric structures.
If you are installing a geodesic dome tent for:
• Festivals
• Commercial glamping parks
• Wedding venues
• Event hospitality
• Public installations
Many organisers and councils will request BS 7837 compliance.
Our membrane is tested to BS 7837, helping commercial buyers meet insurance and safety requirements.
What is EN 13501-1 B-s2,d0 and why is it important?
EN 13501-1 is the European reaction-to-fire classification system.
Our dome membrane is classified B-s2,d0, meaning:
• Limited contribution to fire
• Controlled smoke production
• No flaming droplets
This classification strengthens compliance for semi permanent glamping domes and hospitality structures across the UK and Europe.
Are your dome tents suitable for festivals and event use?
Yes. Our geodesic dome tents are designed for commercial applications and use membranes tested to BS 7837.
However, final approval always depends on:
• Correct installation
• Proper anchoring
• Site specific safety requirements
We recommend professional installation for event and exposed sites.
What wind speed are your dome tents rated for?
When correctly installed and anchored, our geodesic dome tents are wind rated up to 120 km/h.
Wind performance depends on:
• Ground fixing method
• Exposure category
• Proper membrane tension
• Ongoing maintenance
Professional installation is advised for coastal and exposed UK locations.
Are the frames galvanised or painted?
Our dome frames are manufactured from hot dip galvanised structural steel.
This provides corrosion resistance and durability for UK inland and coastal environments, making them suitable for long term glamping and hospitality installations.
Can I use a stove inside a geodesic dome tent?
Yes, with an approved stove system and correct installation.
Important safety considerations include:
• Proper chimney flashing
• Safe clearance distances
• Heat shielding
• Adequate ventilation
• Carbon monoxide detection
Although the membrane is flame retardant, it is not fireproof.
Do I need planning permission for a geodesic dome tent in the UK?
Planning requirements vary depending on:
• Duration of installation
• Site location
• Commercial use
• Local authority policies
We provide structural and fire compliance information to support planning discussions where required.
What makes Bell Tent Sussex dome tents different?
Our geodesic dome tents combine:
• Membrane tested to BS 7837
• Classified to EN 13501-1 B-s2,d0
• 850gsm double PVC coated polyester
• Hot dip galvanised structural steel frames
• Wind rated up to 120 km/h
This positions our domes as commercially compliant, fire rated structural dome systems supplied in the UK.
Are geodesic domes suitable for year round glamping?
Yes, with appropriate insulation and maintenance.
We offer insulation options suitable for extended season and year round glamping dome installations.
Regular inspection, correct anchoring and snow load management are essential in winter conditions.
How Do We Collect The Plastic?
We have all grown up to love and respect where we live. The beach is a huge part of our lives which is why we need to protect it as much as we can.
Over the years Bell Tent Sussex have been collecting 1kg of plastic waste for every Bell Tent we sell, all from the Sussex coast. This will then be used to create energy from our local clean, waste to energy centre preventing it from going to landfill. The energy created will be in the form of electricity and hot water. The electricity will be sent the national grid whilst the hot water will be used for network heating.
Bell Tent Sussex have a few ideas how we can gain interest to actively go out and help keep our beaches clean and safe, whilst having the backing our clean tech company to deal with all the plastic waste in a clean environmentally safe way.
What We Do Now
We joined Greenspark to ensure that Bell Tent Sussex has a positive impact on our planet and its people. Check out our impact so far. For every sale we will collect 10 plastic bottles from the beaches.