Don’t visit a wedding venue without knowing this

Your venue viewing is one of the most exciting parts of your wedding planning journey, it’s when your ideas start to feel real! To make the most of your time and get all the right info, it helps to come prepared. Here’s a little guide we’ve put together to help you get the best out of your visit to our venues.

Before you visit: A little prep goes a long way

✨ Got a date in mind?
Think about whether you have a specific date, month, or even just a season you’d love to get married in. This allows us to share photos and insights into what the venue looks like at different times of year – and if gardens are involved, we can let you know what’s likely to be in bloom!

💍 Ceremony Plans
Would you like to have your legal ceremony onsite, a blessing by a celebrant, or get married off-site and join us for the reception? We’ve got four beautiful licensed spaces for civil ceremonies, and we’re happy to chat about more personal options too, whether it’s a celebrant-led ceremony or a friend doing the honours.

👥 Who’s on your guest list?
Even a rough idea of numbers helps! Whether you’re thinking intimate or all-out celebration, having a draft guest list means we can guide you on how the space will work for your day, from seating plans to flow between ceremony and reception.

🎉 What are your non-negotiables?
Have a little think about the things that really matter to you. Live music, a BBQ feast, a laid-back garden vibe, a formal setting, space for your dog to roam (yes please!) – whatever your must-haves are, we want to know. It helps us show you how the venue can match your vision, especially since each of our venues suits different styles.

What to bring to your viewing

📝 A notepad & pen
Trust us, after seeing a couple of venues they can start to blend into one! Jotting down key points can help keep things clear when you start narrowing down your options.

📸 A camera or your phone
Take snaps of the spaces you love, especially the little corners or details that spark ideas. These photos will be super handy later when you’re styling or explaining your vision to suppliers.

🧥 A coat and comfy shoes
We always recommend bringing a coat and suitable footwear – especially if there are outdoor areas to explore. Some of our venues have beautiful gardens or grounds that you won’t want to miss, even if the weather isn’t perfect!

Booking a viewing is just the beginning, and we’re here to make it feel relaxed, inspiring, and (most importantly) all about you. Whether you’re dreaming of a whimsical garden wedding, a sleek and stylish celebration, or something uniquely you, we can’t wait to show you around and chat all things weddings.

Ready to start the tour? Let’s get your date in the diary 💫