Wedding Events & Receptions

What You do ... 'Your wedding day is one of the most memorable days of your life.' Planning your wedding can be a daunting task but if you start well in advance then this will give you plenty of time to enjoy all the preparations of getting married. We have prepared a few helpful hints that you might find useful to ensure your day runs smoothly.

The Early Planning Stage

• Decide where and when you want to get married and make arrangements for your marriage ceremony.
• Compile your guest list in consultation with both families.
• Book your reception venue - we will be more than happy to offer you any advice on this subject.
• Choose Bridesmaids, Best Man and Ushers
• Start looking at dresses and accessories for you and your Bridesmaids.
• One of the most exciting things you will be arranging is your honeymoon - book this well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Six Months

• Now is the ideal time for the Groom to arrange transport for the wedding, especially if you want something special, like a white Rolls Royce.
• Book a professional photographer or video company so you can always be reminded of your special day.

Four Months

• Confirm arrangements for your service, such as the calling of the banns.
• Order your wedding stationary - you will need invitations, service sheets etc.
• Start discussing bouquets, headdresses and flower arrangements for the church and reception venue with your florist.
• Buy those all-important wedding rings.
• The wedding cake should be made at least three months before the event so order or start making this now.

Three Months

• Finalise your honeymoon plans, renew passports, apply for visas, buy suitcases, shop for your going-away outfit, etc. If you want your name changed on your passport, have it done now.
• Book your appointment to see your wedding coordinator to discuss final details.

Two Months

• Finalise the menu and wine list.
• Send your invitations and gift lists out at least six weeks before the wedding.
• As wedding gifts arrive, send out thank you letters.
• Buy presents for Best Man, Bridesmaids and Ushers.
• Organise arrangements for a hen or stag night - not advisable the night before the wedding!

One Month

• Finalise guest list and seating plan.
• Check that all the wedding clothes are near completion.
• Visit your hairdresser and book your final hair appointment.
• Check that the transport to and from the ceremony is organised.

Two Weeks

• Now is the time to get involved with rehearsals for the wedding ceremony.
• Make final arrangements for clothes, catering, cake, flowers and photography.
• Check your honeymoon arrangements.
• Last, but not least, just relax and enjoy the weeks preceding the big event.