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Imagine for a moment that you want to spend £25,000 on a car. No doubt, you would ask the dealer practically every question that you could about it, from the safety features to the longevity. After all, it’s not every day that you part with five-figure sums of money.
When you throw a wedding, however, you spend a similarly enormous sum of money. It is vital, therefore, that you ask your venue in-depth questions to make sure that they are the right choice for you and your spouse-to-be.
Do You Cater For Children?
Some venues place restrictions on who can attend your reception. While the vast majority will accommodate children, some do not. Whether a venue caters to children or not is an important consideration. If you have a lot of young relatives and you want to get hitched in their company, then a child-friendly venue is a must. Some couples, however, want an all-adult affair, so choosing a so-called “grown-up” hotel might be a better solution.
Can You Accommodate All My Guests?
You might have fallen in love with a wedding venue, but that doesn’t mean that you can necessarily go ahead and book. Different places have different capacities. You might love the decor at one particular hotel, but discover than it can’t accommodate more than 100 guests. If you’ve got 250 people on your invite list, you’re stuck.
Do You Hold Third-Party Events At The Same Time?
This question is a big one. Some venues open themselves for weddings, but many will also insist that the bride and groom share the site with other guests. For some couples, that can be a problem. Many want privacy on their special day. They don’t want to have to share their most intimate moments with random strangers who they don’t know.
Many couples also like to have a feeling of exclusivity: it’s their big day, so they should have full control over who is at the venue and who isn’t. The last thing that they want is the noise from another event drowning out their vows and best man speech.
Is The Venue In A Beautiful Setting?
Unless it is the depths of winter, you won’t want to spend your entire time at your wedding indoors cutting cake and having conversations with well-wishers. It’s a good idea, therefore, to find venues that offer a beautiful setting, like Manor By The Lake. With gardens and acres of grounds, you can find beautiful spots for photos or to take a romantic walk with your newlywed.
Can The Venue Organise All Your Suppliers?
Ideally, you don’t want to be rushed off your feet, managing various vendors on your wedding day. You want to be able to enjoy the day without having to think about admin. It’s essential, therefore, to ask your venue whether they offer managerial support to coordinate suppliers for the big day, especially if you don’t have a third-party wedding manager.
So, there you have it: essential questions for cross-examining your wedding venue.