Wedding planning
How to plan a wedding you will remember for life
From the venue to the last bouquet. We walk through everything that needs sorting and show you real service providers you can reach out to today.
A wedding is one of the biggest celebrations of your life and also one of the most involved to plan: dozens of moving parts, often booked a year ahead. The good news is that it all gets simpler once you know the order of things and what truly matters.
This guide is your starting point. First we show the core categories few weddings do without, then share ideas that give the day its character, and finally break the process down step by step. Next to each category you will find real service providers you can compare and contact right away.
What you will need
These are the categories almost every wedding relies on. Tap any of them to see the available service providers and prices.
Manors & Guest Houses
A manor or guest house with space for the ceremony, the celebration and overnight stays for your guests, all in one place.
Browse CategoryFull Catering
Full catering with a main course, snacks and service, tailored to your guest count.
Browse CategoryCustom Cakes
A custom wedding cake: flavour, look and decor that fit the mood of the day.
Browse CategoryFlorists & Flower Decorations
Floral styling for the bridal bouquet, the ceremony and the tables, matched to your palette.
Browse CategoryMusicians & Live Music
Live music for the ceremony and the party that sets the right mood all evening long.
Browse CategoryEvent Hosts
An experienced host who keeps the evening flowing and holds the celebration together.
Browse CategoryPhotographers
A photographer who captures the key moments of the day naturally, without the posing.
Browse CategoryWedding Planning
A wedding coordinator who takes over the logistics so you can simply enjoy the day.
Browse CategoryVintage Cars
A vintage or elegant car for the couple and for the photo session.
Browse CategoryMakeup Artists
A makeup artist and hairstylist who make sure you look and feel flawless all day.
Browse CategoryIdeas that make a wedding special
Small details that guests remember longer than anything else. Pick the ones that match your style.
A single colour palette
Choose two or three colours and carry them everywhere: invitations, flowers, table styling and even the cake. That consistency makes even simple decor look striking.
A personal story in the ceremony
Weave your own story into the ceremony: how you met, shared rituals, or letters to one another. These are the moments guests remember most vividly.
A photo corner with character
A small photo spot with props that fit your theme gives guests something to enjoy and gives you hundreds of candid shots with no extra effort.
Thought given to guest comfort
A clear schedule for the day, transport to accommodation and a small water or snack corner show you care and let guests relax.
A thank-you favour
A small personal favour for each guest, such as a jar of honey or a packet of seeds, is a warm finishing touch people take home with them.
How to plan a wedding step by step
A recommended order that keeps you on track and stops anything important slipping through.
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1
Set the budget and guest count
Start with two numbers: how much you can spend and how many people you will invite. They shape almost every decision that follows, so agree on them first.
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Book the venue and the date
The most popular venues are booked a year ahead. Once the date and place are locked in, everything else is planned around them.
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Line up the key service providers
Catering, the photographer and music should be booked early, because the best ones go first. Compare offers and reach out to several.
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Sort the styling and the details
Flowers, the cake, invitations and table styling. A single colour palette helps here, and a wedding coordinator does too if you want peace of mind.
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5
Align the run of the day
About a month ahead, align the timeline with every service provider and your host, so the day runs smoothly without you having to step in.
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