Things to do Before Choosing your Wedding Venue

Essential steps to take before selecting your wedding venue.

While each and every wedding-related decision plays a part in crafting your big day, there are a few choices that make a bigger impact than others. There are a few things you need to do before choosing your wedding venue.

 

When planning a wedding, we suggest that you find a venue first. Did you know that most couples spend at least a third of their entire wedding budget on the venue? So you want to make sure that you absolutely love yours! You will likely find that once your wedding venue is booked, the other areas of your special day will naturally begin to fall into place.   

Another reason why you should focus on booking your wedding venue first is that popular spaces are booked up far in advance, and if you’ve got your heart set on a particular date, it is even more important to get on to booking your venue, before another couple snaps it up.  

If you don’t quite know where to start, here are the things to consider before choosing your wedding venue.

Work Out Your Budget

Although this can be a little tricky to work out, once your budget is set, your mind will be put at rest and you will have a clear focus. It is also a good idea to allocate budgets to each aspect of the wedding, or at least where you’re happy to spend a little extra and where you would like to hold back.

Set the Date

The next step is to decide on a date you would like to marry, that way you can get in touch with your shortlisted venues to check their availability. If you really can’t choose between them, then your wedding date can often act as a good elimination process.  

If you have a special date in mind, this part will be simple. If not, then you should start by choosing your favourite time of the year, your employment, the weather and any other commitments you have. Also consider local big special or sporting events, you do not want your guests to have other commitments, or be at the bar watching TV, instead of celebrating your big day. We recommend that you have a couple of dates in mind to avoid disappointment.  

Start Listing Your Guests

The final numbers do not need to be in place, but it is a good idea to have a rough idea as this is a crucial piece of information for your venue and suppliers. It will likely affect every decision you make. It’s natural to feel the need to invite everyone and their Aunt, but you need to remember that the bigger the guest list, the more you restrict your venue options and squeeze your budget.

Think Style

Do you have a style in mind? Perhaps you like, traditional, modern, vintage, rustic or something a little more unique. By choosing your wedding style you will be able to choose a wedding venue that reflects this, the style will come to life when you have the final details sorted, such as the photography, entertainment, cake flowers and stationery. They will transform your venue just for your special day.

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Plan Your Wedding Day

Our wedding packages offer luxury and flexibility to suit a range of budgets. We clarify what costs are included and are priced per person, and we have affordable wedding packages available, including welcome drinks, evening food, and hotel stays. If our packages don't seem quite right for you, we will happily create a bespoke package to make your wedding both individual and unforgettable. 

Weddings at Future Inn Bristol

From an intimate feel to a grander affair (up to 200 guests), the wedding suites are on the hotel's top floor with fantastic views over Bristol city centre. There is even a small terrace balcony to take in some air and enjoy the scenery. Please speak with our wedding planners, who can advise you on weddings in Bristol on 0117 304 1010 or meetings.bristol@futureinns.co.uk.

WEDDINGS IN BRISTOL

Weddings at Future Inn Cardiff

Our wedding venue in Cardiff Bay has various suites to choose from, all of which are on the ground floor. Choose from an all-day wedding celebration, wedding breakfasts, or evening-only events. Appointments must be booked with Martin in advance. They can be contacted on 02920 487111 or meetings.cardiff@futureinns.co.uk. Ask about their Welsh-themed wedding breakfast menu, too!

WEDDINGS IN CARDIFF

Weddings at Future Inn Plymouth

You are welcome to speak with our highly experienced Wedding Coordinators, Ellie or Ben, on 01752 701000 or meetings.plymouth@futureinns.co.uk. Our wedding venue in Plymouth has been nominated for several wedding awards over the last few years, so you are in knowledgeable, safe hands. The wedding suites are all on the ground floor, and guests love the outdoor space for photographs in the summer months.

WEDDINGS IN PLYMOUTH

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