Planning a wedding or civil partnership is a really exciting journey. Visiting venues, trying on outfits, tasting and choosing the menu… However, there is a great deal to do and lots of couples can, at times, feel overwhelmed by the number of tasks that end up on their to do list. The secret to keeping all of this under control is to have a fully-comprehensive timeline of jobs. That way nothing gets forgotten and you can be sure that all important decisions are made well in time for you to enjoy the process. Follow our simple plan for a stress-free run-up to your big day.
First steps
- Get lots of wedding magazines and start your Pinterest research to decide on your theme
- Appoint bridesmaids and groomsmen
- Start trying on wedding dresses
- Draw up a guest list
- Finalise date – make sure you check with key people on your guest list
- Plan your engagement party if you’re having one
- Begin your wedding venue research and plan your budget
Up to 2 years in advance
- Visit lots of venues and book your favourite
12 months before the wedding date
- Send out save the dates
- Order wedding dress and bridesmaid dresses
- Book DJ/live band/entertainment
- Book photographer and videographer
- Have a meeting with your venue to discuss your ideas and timeline
- Look into wedding insurance options
- Book your registrar
9 months…
- Research and select florist
- Discuss menus with your venue
- Order groom’s and groomsmen’s outfits
6 months…
- Send out wedding invitations
- Book hair and make-up stylists (for the big day and your rehearsal)
- Nudge the maid of honour and best man to arrange hen and stag dos
- Select and buy wedding rings
3 months…
- Choose and buy wedding party gifts
2 months…
- Decide on favours and begin getting them together (we’ve got lots of ideas if you need inspiration)
- Write speeches
- Check your passports are in date for your honeymoon
1 month…
- Chase any outstanding RSVPs
- Create your table plan and write place cards
- Practice speeches
- Attend a menu tasting
- Have rehearsal hair and make-up
1 week…
- Run-through the day’s events with your venue
- Begin preening with manicures, pedicures and haircuts
- Try on wedding outfits one final time
1 day…
- Check in with all suppliers (on the phone or via your venue)
- Pack everything you’ll need for the day and the honeymoon
On the day
- Check in with your on-the-day venue contact and relax – this should be the time for you to stop organising and start enjoying your special day
Weddings at Regent’s
The members of staff on our wedding team genuinely love what they do. They know our beautiful venue inside out which makes them experts in helping you create your perfect day. A Regent’s wedding or civil partnership is a truly magical occasion – find out all about our weddng packages and book to come and visit our stunning gardens and spaces.
For booking enquiries please call the number below, or use our online booking form
