Here are some of our most frequently asked questions.
It is useful for your guests to have the following information; all of which is available on our website. We can email copies to you for those who have no internet access.
1. Direction map to Quaint Country Weddings SY21 8LD – find us
2. Taxi list (cars can be left here overnight - no overnight sleeping in vehicles permitted) See taxi list details below.
3. Local accommodation list
Here is an example idea of timings on your special day
2.00pm – Ceremony (church or outdoor)
2.45pm – Drinks reception & photos
4.00pm – Guests to find their seats in the marquee
4.30pm – Meal is served
6.00pm – Speeches/cake cutting
7.00pm – Evening guests arrive
7.30pm – Band/Disco starts
8.30pm – Evening food is served
There will be extra staffing costs for weddings starting before 1.00pm and table clearance after 9pm
The licensed bar will be open 30 minutes prior to your ceremony.
The bar closes at 11.45pm
The last dance is at 11:55pm
Carriages and taxis - Midnight
Choice of:
Tableware Package
Prior to your setting up arrival, tables will be positioned and table settings laid out (layout agreed before hand). Also included is the hire of : white table cloths, premium cutlery and white crockery, water glasses and water jugs. The Tableware Package allows you to add your own personal touches without the stress of setting up. Price £7.50 per setting.
or
Standard DIY Package
You and your team position and set your table places, will have access to:14 x 6ft round tables - seating up to 12 guests (10 is more comfortable)
2 x 5ft round tables (seat up to 10)
Traditional trestle tables are available to create a traditional long top table and for serving buffets etc
Rustic long trestle style tables for seating your guests may be hired in, at your cost, from companies such as Tipples in Shrewsbury - we require 2 weeks notice in order to arrange staff to remove our own tables
150 x Cheltenham banquet chairs - chair covers are not required but you may choose to add your own style using covers or sashes
If you are planning to set up the day before your event it is a good idea to bring everything with you on this day. We will be there to discuss your requirements and help with any last minute details.
Note:
Due to Health & Safety we are able to supply the use of ladders.
For safety reasons any candles must be displayed in jars or in lanterns. Staff are happy to light candles / tea lights on the tables
Please be advised that alcoholic favours are not permitted as their consumption on the premises cannot be monitored.
Tablecloths, napkins, table glassware, crockery & cutlery can all be hired separately and ready for your arrival
Tableware Package
Prior to your setting up arrival, tables will be positioned and table settings laid out (layout agreed before hand). Also included is the hire of : white table cloths, premium cutlery and white crockery, water glasses and water jugs. The Tableware Package allows you to add your own personal touches without the stress of setting up. Price £7.50 per setting.
or
Standard DIY Package
You and your team position and set your table places, will have access to:
We offer hire items to help with your decorations or tableware to include
Glassware
Tablecloths
Crockery
Cutlery
Decorations
Prosecco wall
4ft LED LOVE letters
Please ask for our list of items
We have a list of recommended suppliers – their prices are not included in our venue charges and we are not responsible for any services provided.