Things to Consider Before Booking the Reception Venue.
Firstly a lot will depend on what type of wedding you are having.
- Is it a Church wedding or a Civil Ceremony?
- Would you like to be married at the reception?
- How far away is it from the Church or Register Office? (If marrying outside of the Reception venue).
- If so, is it licenced for Civil Ceremonies?
- Are there picturesque grounds that would be an ideal backdrop for your photographs? (This is important especially if there wasn’t an ideal photographic location at the Church or Register Office if marrying earlier).
- Will it suit your wedding theme?
- Will the Wedding Co-ordinator of the Reception venue be able to offer a ‘package’ and if so, will they be flexible if you want to bring in outside entertainment such as live musicians to play for your Drinks Reception and maybe your Wedding Breakfast too. Later in the evening maybe having a live band or DJ, or will you be restricted to the ‘package’ that the Reception may offer?
- If there is a ‘package deal, will it include the cost of the decorative flowers and entertainment or is that an extra cost?
- Are there any additional service charges or fees such as ‘corkage’ charge if you bring your own champagne, wines and spirits?
- Does the Reception have easy access for pushchairs and wheelchairs as well as facilities for small children such as high chairs when eating at the Wedding Breakfast table?
- Is there ample and secure car parking?
- What time is last orders at the bar and how late can the music be played?
- Is there a dance floor?
- Does the reception venue have public liability insurance?
- Finally whether you have a ‘package’ deal or not, will booking the Reception suit your budget?