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If you want to get married at this venue, does it have a Civil Wedding Licence? |
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Get a full list of all possible costs and charges. If you're interested in a wedding package, get a list of what's included in the package cost |
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Will you have to hire tables and chairs, chair covers, table linen, glassware etc. or are they provided? |
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Is the catering in-house or will you need to organise your own? If you're using your own caterer, they'll need access to a kitchen, running water, electricity etc. |
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If you want to supply your own wine etc. is there a corkage fee? |
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Does the venue have a late night drinks license? What time will the bar(s) be open until? How late can music be played and when must your party finish? |
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Is entertainment provided or do you have to organise your own? If this is the case is there a suitable entertainment system that can be used?
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Is there a dancefloor and is it big enough for your party?
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Make sure there are adequate cloakrooms/toilets available |
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Ask how the room(s) are normally set up and what the usual arrangements are. Find out when your florist and venue dressers/decorators will have access to the room(s) |
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Does this venue allow fireworks, candles and confetti? Is it OK to wear stilettos? |
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Is there a marquee available? |
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Are there enough parking spaces for your guests who drive and good transport links for those who don't. Is the parking free? |
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Is the venue easy to find? |
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For guests with a wheelchair or limited mobility are there ramps and alternative entrances? Try to avoid lots of steps or changes in level |
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If you're having elderly guests or young children are there quiet seating areas for them to rest? |
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If young children will be attending, are there areas for them to run around. Is there a baby listening service? |
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Is a dressing room available for you during the day?
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Check that the grounds have some lovely places for photographs and that the venue will allow you to have photographs taken there. Also consider options inside the venue just in case it is raining |
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There should be a safe place to store your gifts. Ideally there should be a safe place for guests to store their coats |
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Is there enough accommodation at the venue, or nearby, for guests who want to stay? Will they receive discounted room rates at your venue? |
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Is there a bridal/honeymoon suite and is it included in the cost? |
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Does the venue have public liability insurance? |
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Make sure you read the cancellation/postponement policy before you sign |
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If you have any important specific requirements, make sure they are agreed with the venue and form part of the written contract! |
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Check how much the venue requires for a deposit and when the remaining payment(s) are due |
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Have a good idea on how many guests will be attending before you book, otherwise you may be charged for those who can't attend |
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Your booking with dates, times and details should be confirmed with a written contract and receipt for the deposit |
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Take out wedding insurance. It costs very little and if a disaster occurs it should protect you |