How to Choose your Wedding Venue

One of the biggest decisions which you will need to make when planning your wedding is the type

of venue which you would like to have. These days, there are a variety of different options available

and the venue that you choose is likely to impact everything from the look, to the schedule of your

big day. Here are just a few points to consider, to ensure that you choose the right venue for you,

as a couple:

Does it hold significance?

Whilst a venue which means something to you isn’t necessarily a requirement, it can help to make

your big day even more memorable. If you are marrying a Scottish partner, for example, then you

might consider booking a wedding venue in Dundee or Edinburgh, where you are more likely to be

able to request a traditional Scottish wedding. If you have a keen interest in medieval history, on

the other hand, then you might enjoy having your wedding at a castle. Choose somewhere which

reflects your personalities and, of course, make sure that you pay a visit to the venue before you

make your booking.

Is it practical?

A beautiful wedding venue can be an attractive prospect for any couple looking to tie the knot, but

there are also a number of practical considerations to be made. Will your choice of venue be able

to accommodate the number of guests which you are inviting? Will a venue be able to cater for all

weather conditions? Will you be able to have the wedding décor that you always dreamed of?

Lastly, how much of your budget can you really afford to spend on the venue alone?

What is provided?

Some wedding venues will provide, or assist in the provision of, many of the other services which

you are likely to use throughout your wedding day. Full service venues often provide everything

from catering facilities, to furniture, to entertainment and even photographers. For some couples,

this is the most convenient option and a great way to ensure that your entire day runs as smoothly

as possible. Others, however, would rather have the opportunity to personalise every aspect of

their wedding day and are less likely to want to book a package deal. This can also be something

else which will have a significant impact on your budget.

Reception or ceremony?

Having your wedding ceremony and reception at the same venue can cut costs considerably, and

many couples find it more convenient to choose one location for their entire day. However, if you

have your heart set on a church wedding, or another type of ceremony venue, then this is worth

bearing in mind when choosing a second venue for your reception. Similarly, you will want to

ensure that your chosen venue is able to cater for a ceremony, as not everywhere will hold a

license to do so.

Author bio:

West Park is one of the finest conference and wedding venues in East Scotland. The stunning West

Park venues centre round a restored Victorian mansion house in the leafy West End of Dundee.

Visit http://www.westpark.co.uk to learn more.