The first step when deciding which wedding venue to chose is gathering how many people are going. Usually, two thirds of invitees will attend, so you will know about how large a venue will be required based upon how many invitations you send out. Alternatively, you can ask that people give you a definite answer as to whether they will be attending well in advance of the day, so then you will know the exact number that will attend.

You may also consider having two venues; one for the wedding ceremony and one for the celebrations afterwards. In general, more people attend the reception than the wedding, so you should consider this when planning your venues. Be sure to choose venues which are close to each other, so that you do not waste too much of your special day traveling around.

After you have made a list of potential venues based on a little research, you should take a camera and a notebook and go to visit them. Take notes about what you like and do not like, take lots of pictures, and write down some ideas and suggestions regarding decorations that you think would go nicely with the overall look of the place.

The general opinion is that historical buildings or botanical gardens make ideal wedding venues. You want a place with an atmosphere of both warmth and grandeur, a place that is peaceful and has been well cared for. Think about more than just the look of the place though. What sort of catering do they offer? For example, do they offer an inventive cuisine with a focus on styling and taste? The perfect venue will work with you to design the perfect menu for your wedding.

Some wedding venues will have their own stylist, their photographer, their DJ, their own flower suppliers, etc. This can take a lot of hassle out of the preparations, though you end up paying a premium for them. However, they tend not to be compulsory, so you can always see what prices they are charging and than see how much it differs from the standard price before deciding whether to take up that option.

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This article was written by a wedding planner who has over 10 years experience of planning weddings. To find out more information, click here: Wedding Venues Cheshire