With dramatic coastlines, rolling countryside and characterful venues, South Wales is hard to beat if you’re looking for your dream wedding destination. But at Court Colman, we know there’s a lot more to wedding planning than just choosing the perfect destination for your big day.
So, to help ensure your wedding is all you hope for and more, we’ve put together this comprehensive guide on how to plan a wedding.
When planning your big day, the first step is to decide upon a destination. At Court Coleman, we believe there is no better destination than South Wales.
Encompassing the Gower Peninsula, Pembrokeshire and the capital Cardiff, as well as charming villages and seaside towns, whether you’re planning a picturesque day in the countryside or stunning seascapes, you won’t be disappointed.
Plus, with the M4 running across the coast, the whole of South Wales is easily accessible from further afield. So, whether you’re a Welsh native, Wales holds a special place in your heart, or you’re just swept away by its stunning natural landscapes, it’s the perfect choice.
Once you’ve narrowed down your perfect destination, the next step is to choose a venue.
As one of South Wales’ most sought-after wedding venues, we believe Court Colman should be top of your list. Not only can you enjoy the splendour of our incredible Georgian architecture, stunning views and six acres of delightful private gardens, but our location in the heart of the countryside, yet just a 30-minute drive from Cardiff and Swansea, ensures you can escape the hustle of the city while still being accessible for guests.
So, whether you’re wondering how to plan a wedding for an intimate gathering or a long-weekend celebration or looking for unmatched backdrops for your wedding photos, you won’t be disappointed.
After choosing your venue, you can start making plans for your wedding, but knowing what to do when can be tricky. To take the hassle out of planning your perfect South Wales wedding, we’ve put together a wedding planning timeline below:
· Book a showround at your chosen venue and discuss your options with the venue’s wedding coordinator
· Decide on your venue and finalise your budget
· Pay your deposit to secure your chosen venue
· Look for local suppliers for wedding supplies, such as flowers, music, bands and more
· Choose your wedding cake, thinking about your wedding theme and seasonality
· Choose your wedding décor to complement your venue
· Finalise your guest numbers with your venue
· Book your accommodation for you and key wedding party members
At Court Colman, our dedicated wedding coordinator can help guide you through the entire wedding planning process. From helping you to secure the best prices to recommending local suppliers, they’re with you every step of the way.
When thinking about how to plan a wedding in South Wales, one of your key considerations is choosing the right venue. Because let’s face it, what works for you might not be right for someone else.
At Court Colman, you’re guaranteed a spectacular location that’s convenient for guests. Plus, we offer completely flexible packages tailored to your needs. Whether that’s an intimate wedding ceremony in the library, or a large weekend party that makes full use of our stunning gardens and grounds.
We have a wedding licence, so you can say ‘I do’ in our splendid surroundings, while our six acres of gardens can be enjoyed by you and your guests (weather dependent).
When you’re considering how to plan a wedding, it’s important not to forget the smaller details that can help to bring your day together, and nothing does this better than your wedding cake.
One of the best ways to ensure your wedding cake goes down a storm with guests is to choose seasonal flavours and decorations. For example, for a spring wedding, light British flavours, like elderflower, work well with pastel, floral decorations. But for a winter wedding, more indulgent choices like rich chocolate or seasonal stars like gingerbread work better.
To find out more, check out our blog on choosing a seasonal wedding cake.
Your wedding plans should also take into account the little touches. One of the best ways to achieve this is to choose local suppliers that really mean something to you.
If you’re planning a wedding in South Wales, some of our favourite ways to make your day extra special include:
· Choosing a local florist who understands the landscape and can create bespoke bouquets that tie in with your surroundings.
· If you’re a Welsh native, using bilingual signage or having sections of the ceremony in Welsh can showcase your Welsh heritage.
· Wales is known as the ‘Land of Song,’ and Welsh musicians are highly prized, so booking a local musician or choir is a sure way to get your day off to a memorable start.
· Booking a local photographer, ideally one recommended by your chosen venue, as they’ll know all the intricacies of the venue and where to get the very best shots.
· Choosing traditional Welsh cakes or bara birth as wedding favours.
At Court Colman, we can help you plan a wedding to remember by recommending local suppliers who we know and trust, and who know our venue inside and out.
If you’ve been wondering how to plan a wedding mini break, then we can help. At Court Colman, we know that many couples see the value of extending the celebrations over a weekend. So, whether you’re hoping to organise a pre-wedding dinner, a post-wedding breakfast, or maybe even an excursion exploring the local area, we can help.
With 29 stylish bedrooms, there’s plenty of room for guests to stay on site, so you can spend more time celebrating together.
Our dedicated wedding team at Court Colman is on hand to help you plan the wedding of your dreams.
With a dedicated wedding coordinator, you always have someone to turn to for advice and support. From talking about your budget and priorities nd helping you personalise your menu choices, décor and timings to making sure everything runs smoothly on the day, they go above and beyond to ensure you get the perfect celebration.
But don’t just take our word for it. Our wedding team has been making dreams come true for years, so we have many glowing reviewsfrom happy couples who have already said ‘I do’ at Court Colman.
If this blog on how to plan a wedding has got you itching to find out more about Court Colman and why we’re one of South Wales’ top wedding venues, download our brochure now.
Or book a showround and see for yourself how Court Colman Manor could be the perfect venue for your dream wedding.