Wedding Guide - marriage venues, ceremonies | Page 20

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Countdown

24 months

You can now make your booking for your wedding / civil partnership .

6 months

Arrange transport Begin thinking about your gift list Choose your florist and place order
Wedding Invitations Order stationery Finalise honeymoon arrangements .

2 months

Chase up guests who have not replied
Order travellers cheques / currency Give final guest list to caterers Book your hair appointment Check transport arrangements
Return Ceremony Plan to Registration Office
Ensure that any music is in a format compatible with the equipment in the Registration Office .

12 months

Contact Registrar to arrange to give notice
Research wedding professionals ( photographers , DJ ’ s , florists )
Set Budget Choose theme and style .

4 months

Buy ring / rings Organise stag / hen parties
Choose reception menu and order cake

2 weeks

Make up / Hair trial Gift for your spouse to be .

9 months

Prepare play list Register wedding gifts
Book photographer / video , caterers
Book your honeymoon
Decide on best man , bridesmaids , page boys , ushers and start making the guest list
Take out insurance Email save the date cards
Say yes to your dress or get suited and booted .

3 months

Go over final honeymoon arrangements and check your passport is up to date
Book overnight hotel if necessary Send out invitations / gift list
Send lists of local accommodation to guests who may need it
Buy attendants ’ presents Buy your going away outfit
Contact the Registration Service to pay the ceremony fees .

1 week

Time the journey to make sure there are no unexpected delays
Give your gown , bridesmaids ’ dresses etc . a final check for fit
Ensure all hired clothes are collected in time Pack for your honeymoon .
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