Things to Consider When Selecting a Wedding Venue

Things to Consider When Selecting a Wedding Venue

Finding the right wedding venue takes a lot of time and research and can often

be one of the hardest parts of planning a wedding. You need to make sure that

your venue ticks all the right boxes before you make a final decision.

Your venue will influence your budget as well as the atmosphere on the day so

before you sign on the dotted line, below are three important things to consider

before you decide on your wedding venue.

1. Venue size. Look at how many people you’re planning to invite to your

wedding versus the number of people the venue can comfortably cater

for. A crowded reception can be quite uncomfortable and if a venue is too

large, it can affect the atmosphere and the overall look and feel. Put an

initial guest list together before you start venue shopping so that you can

make a better decision.

2. What about the drinks? Alcohol and drinks are a big part of your

wedding so it’s important to find out whether you can bring your own

alcohol and what the costs are or if the venue will supply the drinks.

Since you will also need a licensed bartender to serve alcohol, find out

whether the venue can assist with this so that you can factor those costs

into your final budget.

3. Preferred vendors. You’re going to be working with several different

vendors in the time leading up to and on your wedding day. Many venues

require you to use their vendors so find out about this before you make a

booking. If they do work with specific vendors, make sure that you’re

happy with their experience, style, personality, and pricing. When a venue

works with preferred vendors, it does mean they’re confident in their

experience and ability to delivery but it’s more important for you to

choose vendors that fit in with your budget and overall preferences.

There are many different factors to consider when choosing the perfect wedding

venue but make sure that it’s a space that speaks to your personalities and style

as a couple.