10 Questions You Need To Ask Your Wedding Venue!!

One of the first things you will do when planning your wedding is decide on a venue. Easy? No.

Booking your ideal venue is one of the most important decisions you will make with regards your wedding. It can be a very difficult and overwhelming task as there are so many things to consider and think about.

The first step is to decide the type of wedding you want, what location suits you best and the budget available. You can then make realistic and informed choices about what venues to visit. That way you don't waste time visiting venues that are not suitable and you can avoid disappointment around venues that you can not afford!

Book as early as possible to secure your preferred date. Strike the best deal you can, don't be afraid to ask for discounts or free extras in your package!

To get you started then here are 10 questions to ask when choosing the right venue -

1. Do they have a wedding co-ordinator and will they be there on the day?
2. Is it big enough to accommodate all your guests?
3. What exactly is included in their wedding package?
4. Is the venue available for your exclusive use?
5. Do they have in-house catering? Do they cater for special dietry requirements?
6. Can you supply your own alcohol? Is there a corkage fee?
7. Can you add your own décor and props?
8. Does the venue have a P.A. system?
9. What time do guests have to leave the venue?
10. Is the venue planning any development or building work before or during your wedding date?

If you need any help or advice with regards planning and/or styling your wedding please get in contact, we offer free 30 minute complimentary consultations to all our couples to ask questions, get advice and bounce ideas about their wedding with us - it could be the best 30 minutes you spend planning you wedding!!

 Happy Planning Guys!! 

Now That's An Interesting Question?

Anyone wondering what we did to this wall for a couple who got married this New Year's Eve? 

Check out the photos below for some (not so good quality we have to highlight - the joys of mobile phone camers!!) images of how we turned a plain white wall in to a fabulous and eye catching feature!!

The couple got married in the Morisson Hotel this New Years Eve. They wanted to add some interest to the lower area of the reception room and after dinner to add some wow factor to the dance floor space. A light installation for the wall was decided as the best decor feature for the couple and they loved the idea! 

So with our festoon lights and LED lights from our prop studio we built the wall of lights, twinkles and magic......!!

Congratulations to our couple, Lauren + Brendan and many, many, many happy new years to you both!

Some Simple Props And Some Simple Styling Touches and... Voila!!

If you are like most couples who just want something simple but stylish for your wedding decor then have a look at these inspirational photos for some styling ideas that could make all the difference!!

Last weekend we had the privilege of styling a wedding in , Bellinter House  in County Meath. A fabulous couple, a stunning venue and some simple Ikea props! What to do?

The Bride got in contact with us from Australia a few weeks before the wedding concerned about how she was going to get the look she wanted for the reception room with the props she had. She was also worried about how she was going to set up the room and get everything done the morning of her wedding. The solution was to get help to achieve both these things and not have this extra stress on herself and family members on the days before and the day of the wedding - basically hand it over to the us!!

With a very small budget and a few hours of styling, we pulled together a simple but stylish look for the couple by mixing some of our props with the items she had bought in Ikea. We added lots of candle light and a fun and interactive photobooth station and guest signing table - it worked fantastically!! Our message is that it can be done with no stress and with little cost to the couple.

Now some inspirational photos......

Cake by The Kupcakery

A Unique Barn Wedding Venue - Check It Out!!

We recently visited the renowned Coolanowle Country House + Farm and can only say - check it out!!

The venue is family owned and is set in beautiful surroundings in the heart of the countryside near Carlow and Laois and only one hour from Dublin. It is the ideal setting for a wedding, private and peaceful with trailing woodlands, a historic flax pond and a working farm all within the venue. 

Weddings are held in the newly restored barn with courtyard and gardens outside. The Barn holds a maximum of 60 people but a marquee can be added to the front of the barn for larger numbers.  

Couples have exclusive use of the venue and accommodation for their wedding. The accommodation is impressive and spacious and comprises of B+B plus self catering options.  

The venue comes also with a full bar licence and a 4 star catering team offering a unique farm to fork organic food experience. It is also approved for ceremonies and these can held in the barn, gardens or woodlands. 

This is a stunning venue offering couples that something different!! We were very impressed with the excellent facilities, friendly and experienced owners and the magnificent surroundings - it's definitely worth putting on your list to consider!!   

A Wedding Venue That Will Get Everyone Talking!!

We are out and about at the moment visiting wedding venues some well know and some of them like this particular one are as of yet almost undiscovered and are a real jem of a find!!

We love to come across wedding venues for our couples that are different, fun and a bit off the radar and Galway Glamping is definitely one of these! The venue know as Brooklodge is located in Ballyglunin, Co. Galway near Tuam and Galway City. 

The venue is set in the historic Blakes Estate along the banks of the beautiful Abbert River. Glaway Glamping has much to offer for weddings of all sizes. The wedding facilities include a converted barn (max 120), drinks reception area, outside reception area, covered porch, bar, outdoor and indoor ceremony area as well as ample space for a marquee.

There is plenty of onsite accommodation including Mongolian Yurts, Cabins and in house rooms all having there own individual and quirky style. There is also a separate Bridal Suite in the tower. The site also has plenty of outside areas with colourful seating and fire pits as well as 3 large indoor social spaces. 

We really like this venue for its flexibility, friendly atmosphere and beautiful setting. If you are looking for a venue that has it all and is a little bit different and something fun and exciting for your guests then go and have a look -  you won't be disappointed!!