We're having a civil partnership sep/08 and want to have a reception - wed b/fast first then eve do - we were thinking dame place for both - can anyone help!!! it's a minefield - and all looks SO expensive - what is a reasonable budet for an intimate day? I've heard the average wedding costs £10,000 - however we dont wana spend anywhere near that - its one day after all!!!
2007-08-09 21:46:19 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
i live in brighton so east sussex venues
How much is going rate per head???
2007-08-09 22:24:30 · update #1
Don't worry about average. Sit down and decide what you can afford without going into debt. That's what you have to work with. Stick to it and don't let the number balloon.
Prioritize. What is most important to you about the day? Is it having all your friends and families there? Serving a fabulous meal? Having live music? Choose one or two things each that you don't want to compromise on. See what you can cut back or cut completely out from other areas of the budget. You'll be amazed at what you can do without once you look clearly at the list.
Remember that DIY is your friend. Anything you can manage to do yourselves is money saved from paying someone else to do it. Also, don't be afraid to ask talented friends and family members for help. If your cousin is an amazing cook and willing to do the food, then you can do without a caterer. Just don't expect a further gift!
Watch the little things. It doesn't cost that much extra to have a few napkins printed with your name and wedding date. It doesn't cost very much to have a bit of personalized ribbon. There might be someone who does special wedding-themed balloons that you think would make great decorations. Don't fall for it. Personalized goodies may not cost that much individually, but they add up quickly and can be real budget busters.
If it says 'wedding' on it, chances are you can get it elsewhere for less money.
Don't fear unusual sources. If you walk into your local Oxfam shop and find a dozen gorgeous vases of exactly the sort you wanted for your reception tables going for a pound apiece, get them! Nobody needs to know you found them in Oxfam or at a boot sale.
Don't sweat the small stuff. Who cares whether the linens precisely match the ribbons on the boutennieres? You're the only ones who will notice that. Close enough is usually close enough and won't cost as much as exactitude.
Concentrate on what really matters. In the end, what guests will remember most is whether you and your intended look happy. Long after they forget what sort of cake was served and whether they ate chicken or beef, they'll recall it if you look stressed and miserable. And if things don't go precisely as planned, they'll still keep your day as a warm memory if you don't allow yourselves to be distracted from your happiness in being joined formally.
In the end, a joyful couple is what makes or breaks the day. So find ways to relax and enjoy the process. Make the choices that will allow you to feel good about your big day. And don't let worries about someone else's average day distract you from having the best day of your lives yet.
Best of luck and all joy to you both.
2007-08-10 05:41:01 · answer #1 · answered by gileswench 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Congratulations! You can search for wedding venues here http://www.gro.gov.uk/gro/content/civilpartnerships/registeringacivilpartnership/02_cpvSearch.asp#0 by entering your postcode. I think a reasonable budget is simply the price that you feel comfortable paying - afterall, as you say it is only one day & you don't want to end up not enjoying it as you are worried about how much it has all cost. If these venues are too expensive then why not get hitched in the registry office, & hire a hall for the reception & evening do. You can still make it really special. Good luck in finding somewhere, I hope you have a fantastic day.
2007-08-10 05:10:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
make your own budget and stick to it that way you wont get in over your heads and end up in debt. i went to a civil partnership last month and it was great. when i asked them how much they spent they said approx £5000 but if you look around and cut prices on the other things then you should be able to afford a wed b/fast and place for reception. i wish you good luck and much joy on the big day and have a ball together as you share the rest of your happy years.
2007-08-10 05:09:13 · answer #3 · answered by natz300 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
You're right.
Mention 'wedding' and the old cash register goes into overdrive.
Just try a few venuest hat sound right and see the costs.
Sometimes a good quality pub may have function room.
Depends how many I guess.
2007-08-10 04:55:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
That is why we are having ours at our home!
Save on costs. I am making lots of elegant finger foods.
And people can stay as long as they want. It will be fairly intimate and I am looking at making it as lovely as I can. It is amazing how beautiful the backyard can look, with a bit of thought and preparation.
Good luck
2007-08-10 04:59:15 · answer #5 · answered by bluegirl6 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋
i have seen prices from anywhere from like 26-36$ a head..
for a fancy 3 course dinner..
just depends
2007-08-10 07:46:10 · answer #6 · answered by steph 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Drop Annette (the Boss!) an email at
http://myweddingplanners.co.uk
she has tons of ideas and is always happy to email!
Also - http://amywellsdesigns.co.uk can supply invitations etc that are ideal and not horribly expensive!
2007-08-10 05:20:45 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
It's more popular now, but still alot cheaper, for couples to get married/civil partnership on a friday. You still have 'your day' and it will still be fantastic but alot cheaper. My sister did it and she saved a fortune!
2007-08-10 04:58:35 · answer #8 · answered by Sugarry 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋
It would help if you could indicate an area that you live in
2007-08-10 05:03:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
It's your day, no one elses.
Do what YOU feel happy with.
For the rest of em, "If they can't take a joke........."
2007-08-10 04:56:15 · answer #10 · answered by Irv S 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋