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As wedding preparations go, it's possibly the most important decision you'll make. Before you even begin to think about the dress, shoes and bridesmaids, you're going to need to pick the perfect venue. And just like the dress itself, you may need to try on a few different venues for size before you find the right one for you.
CHURCH OR CIVIL CEREMONY?
When it comes to finding your wedding venue, the first question you should ask yourself is whether you'd like a religious ceremony or a civil one. If you opt for a church wedding, your choice is slightly easier: many people will opt to get married at their local church, and will then only have to find a venue for the reception.
If, on the other hand, you're interested in a civil wedding, your venue will need to double up and be used for both the reception and the ceremony itself.
Having your ceremony and reception in the same venue does have its benefits, of course. It minimises the amount of travelling involved for both yourself and your guests, and means that you won't have to lay on transport between the church and reception venue.
Remember, if you've chosen to get married in a religious ceremony, you don't have to have your ceremony in a church. Many venues are licenced for both civil and religious weddings, so don't rule out a venue just because of your choice of ceremony!
OLD OR NEW?
Once you've decided which type of ceremony you'd like to have, your next decision is whether you're the traditional type or a thoroughly modern bride. Traditional style venues include castles, stately homes and country estates, while the more modern options could be a trendy, boutique hotel, restaurant or beach.
For the truly adventurous, of course, you could always consider the "alternative" options of getting married in a hot air balloon, or whilst bungee jumping. Before you do, though, consider these points:
1. SIZE MATTERS Before you start drawing up a shortlist of venues, draw up a shortlist of guests. While you won't be able to work out the exact numbers until you've sent out the invitations, you'll need a ballpark figure at least to be able to make a decision on your venue.
2. TIMING IS EVERYTHING What time would you like to get married at? While a moonlight ceremony may sound romantic, it will seem less so if your chosen venue closes at 12.30am. Find out how long you'll have access to the venue for, and make sure it fits in with your plans.
3. MAKING SPACE Are you planning a traditional sit-down meal, or a more informal buffet? Either way, you'll want to make sure that your venue has enough room to host all of your guests comfortably. Remember that it's possible for a venue to be too big as well as too small: a small wedding party will feel lost in a vast reception room, so plan your accommodation around your guests. Think, too, about the kind of entertainment you'll be having. A band will need a stage, or at the very least some floor space to play on, and a disco needs a dance floor.
FINDING THE RIGHT VENUE
Finally, before you sign on the dotted line to reserve your venue, make sure you can answer "yes" to the questions below:
" Have you visited the venue and spent time looking around? Remember that the camera does lie, and rooms can look very different in real life than they do in photos. " Have you spoken to the staff who'll be on duty during your wedding (or at least to the person responsible for providing staff), and satisfied yourself that they seem friendly and professional? " Do you know of any restrictions in operation at the venue which may affect your plans, i.e. no smoking, no loud music after a certain time, etc? " Have you checked out the prices at the bar? Some venues like to raise their bar prices in order to maximise the profits from wedding parties, but too-high prices can mean disgruntled guests. " Have you arranged transport between the church and reception venue (if you're having a church wedding), and have you investigated the parking situations for guests who drive? " Do you know how the venue will be decorated for your wedding? Are you free to bring in your own floral arrangements, etc, or will the venue want you to use theirs? " Do you know what's included in the price? If the venue don't provide a master of ceremonies, cake stand or DJ, you'll need to provide your own - all of which will add to your budget.
