Planning a wedding is a delicate balance of vision, style, and logistics – and few understand that better than the venues that host these moments day in, day out. From curating the perfect atmosphere to anticipating the little details that make a celebration unforgettable, venue teams have an insider’s perspective on what truly makes a day seamless and memorable.
We’ve gathered their most essential pieces of advice, offering couples a masterclass in effortless, sophisticated wedding planning.
Crockwell Farm
“Personalise the day to reflect you as a couple and skip the traditions that don’t resonate. Wind your story throughout the day and make use of the talent of your friends and family, consider replacing traditional favours with something meaningful e.g. unique QR codes on each table to donate to a charity close to your heart.”
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Wasing Park
“Extend your celebrations and spend more quality time with loved ones and consider a 2-day celebration.”
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Unique Homestays
“Decide on your non-negotiables early – Before diving into the planning process, write down your top three non-negotiables, the things that truly matter to you as a couple. This could be the location, the number of guests, or specific property facilities you cannot imagine celebrating without. Having these priorities in place from the outset will guide your decisions and help keep your vision clear when faced with the many choices ahead.”
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Kingston Estate
“Trust your venue, their team and your wedding planner. They know everything there is about hosting a wedding and providing you with an unforgettable experience.”
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The Kensington and Chelsea Register Office At Chelsea Old Town Hall
“Have a support person. Choose someone you trust to be by your side on the day – whether it’s a friend or family member, or a member of the wedding party. They can hold your bag, bouquet, or even help with last minute details so you can focus on enjoying the moment.”
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Pylewell Park
“Let your family ‘host’ their own tables. If you want to be sat with your pals, but your Mum will be offended, suggest that they host their own tables with their guests or section of a table if it’s a long table. This will make them feel special and you get to have fun with your friends.”
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Cornwell Manor
“If you’ve set your heart on having an outdoor ceremony, make sure you have a back-up option for we weather. It’s a great idea to hire a stretch tent or similar for the welcome party or farewell brunch that could also be used as a Plan B for the ceremony should the weather not be so kind.”
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The Goodwood Estate
“Consider how the day will flow and what your guests will be doing during any moments of downtime.”
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The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
“Speak to the team! If you have any questions or ideas, speak to the dedicated wedding coordinators at the venue. They can then suggest what works best or additional ideas they’ve seen that have worked well in the past.”
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Matfen Hall
“Even if you don’t do exclusive use, still take the opportunity to make the best use of every space you have access to.”
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