surrey weddings
WHEN IT COMES TO CHOOSING A WEDDING VENUE,
FOR SURREY COUPLES THE WORLD’S YOUR OYSTER!
Once upon a time - and not so long ago - couples had a simple choice for their wedding: Church or Register Office.
surrounding areas – couples are simply spoilt for choice. Whether it’s a quaint village church, a splendid stately home, a marquee on the lawn or an exclusive hotel, there is something to suit every taste and pocket. The challenge is, with so much on offer, how do you find the Wedding Venue of your dreams?
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At the London Eye weddings are performed and take place in a private capsule decorated with flowers. The ceremony is timed so that vows are exchanged at the top of the wheel, as the couple are surrounded by friends, family and breathtaking scenery. On the decent the wedding party is served chilled champagne. A seamless transition to the reception on a river cruise can be arranged. www.londoneye. com/Corporate/Weddings/
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First things first – once you settle on the date and preferred time of your wedding, then decide on the budget. You’ll need as long a lead in as possible to the big day as popular wedding venues get booked up a year or even more in advance. You may want to have several alternative dates in mind and if there’s no weekend availability why not consider a mid-week wedding, which can also make your money stretch further. Draw up a short list of possibilities and go to see your preferred options. This is an absolute must, and do make sure you also view the venue at the time of year when your wedding will take place.
oday, with literally thousands of licenced wedding venues available - hundreds of them right here in Surrey and the
Are you planning a church wedding or a civil ceremony? There is now a far wider choice of churches, provided couples can show a family connection or a special reason for their wish. If you choose a civil ceremony, a licenced venue where you can also hold the reception is both popular and convenient for the bridal party and guests alike. The perfect answer for couples wanting a religious ceremony is to choose a licenced venue with facilities for the reception which also has a chapel – the best of all possible worlds! When you visit your chosen venue, it’s wise to take a list of questions with you. For example, will any other weddings be taking place on your chosen day? Is the venue available for the whole weekend? What about disabled access and is it safe for young children? If it rains is there a good place to take photographs indoors? Does the venue have a wedding co- ordinator? Is there a discount on overnight accommodation for guests? No matter how picture perfect a venue may seem, it has to be right for both the bridal couple and their guests.
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