Advice on Wedding Venue Locations
Any couple planning a wedding will often start by finding their ideal wedding location. It's crucial to pick the ideal location because it will determine how the remainder of the day will go. Finding a venue that you and your partner are happy with will probably take up the majority of your wedding planning time, so take your time and work together to find it.
With all the information in front of you, be sure to consider the venue's suitability for your theme, if it can hold all your guests, and the value you are getting for your money. Many wedding locations don't have licences for ceremonies, so if this is the case, you'll need to account for the cost of having your ceremony somewhere else. Once you've decided, you'll need to book things right away because many wedding venues are reserved by couples up to three years in advance. It is usually worthwhile to consider flexibility regarding day and season because you might be able to negotiate a better rate.
Additionally, since they have the power to ease your wedding planning somewhat, we advise developing a close relationship with your venue's wedding coordinator. Click here for more information on renting our ballroom.
We've put up a list of the main inquiries you should make of your venue both when inspecting and before making a reservation.
1. Is the date you'd like to get married available?
The simplest straightforward query. If you have your heart set on a particular venue, you might need to be flexible with the dates. Venues are scheduled long in ahead so your ideal date may already be taken. Being adaptable has its benefits, though, since you might be able to get a better rate if you reserve your favourite site for a different day. It's pretty usual for venues to provide more affordable packages for weddings during the week..
2. What is the capacity of the wedding reception location?
Even though you probably haven't finalised your guest list, you probably have an idea of the approximate number of attendees you would like. Make careful to inquire about capacity and learn whether it differs for the wedding brunch and the ceremony. Can other visitors join us in the evening?
3. Is the wedding location authorised?
The distinction between authorised and unauthorised wedding locations has always been a problem. To get married legally, you must do it at a recognised wedding location. This can require you to hold the ceremony and the party at two different locations. Even though your ceremony and reception will be held at the same location, you should still decide where in the venue the ceremony will take place and how many guests can attend. It's also important to consider the distance between your chosen reception location and your ceremony location if you're getting married in a place of worship.
4. Who should I contact first?
It is essential to comprehend how "hands on" the team is at the location. Do you require the assistance of a different wedding planner? Will the same person who helped you with your planning throughout that time be present on the day of your wedding to assist in managing the entire event?
5. Do they have any background in venue styling?
Are there rigorous guidelines on bringing in caterers and suppliers that don't already have a relationship with the venue? Will the contact be able to identify reliable local vendors? Make sure the person you are in contact with is someone you get along with well and who you think will be able to contribute useful information if they are going to be actively involved in the events leading up to the wedding.
6. The important event queries
Here is your chance to attempt and haggle on the price once the venue has provided a breakdown of the charges. It is always worthwhile to ascertain whether there is any flexibility and what may be done to make flexibility possible. Never forget to verify whether VAT is included in the price and whether there are any additional, unstated fees, such as cleaning or additional staffing. Finally, find out the company's payment choices and cancellation policy. If you cancel far in advance, many venues will fully refund your money.
We regularly survey our brides and the average cost of a wedding venue in the UK including venue hire and food is between £3,000 and £6,000. With the average cost of a wedding in the UK sitting at £30,000, our research showed this average is 200% higher than what one in three Brits are willing to pay. In fact, when analysing the data, we found that only one in ten Brits said they would be happy to spend between £21,000 – £30,00
As expected, the costs are higher in London and tend to be a lot less in the north of England and affordable luxury is available at the Empress Building, Ballroom, with room hire from only £50 an hour and Buffets starting from as little as £7.50 a head here in Mexborough Doncaster.